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discard
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To discard is defined as to get rid of something or throw something away.
Related Forms: •dis·cardˈa·ble adjective •dis·cardˈer noun verb reject, throw away, get rid of, dispose of, throw out, expel, repudiate, abandon, cast aside, cast away, cast out, cast off, throw off, throw aside, throw overboard, lay aside, thrust off, thrust away, thrust aside, put by, give up, shuffle off, slough, renounce, supersede, have done with, make away with, |
discarded needles & gain advice about safe disposal of needles.
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obliterate
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Obliterate is defined as to utterly and completely destroy or eliminate, or to have a great victory or great success over someone or something.
Related Forms: •o·blitˌer·aˈtion noun •o·blitˈer·aˌtive (-ə-rāˌtĭv, -ər-ə-tĭv) adjective •o·blitˈer·aˌtor noun rb 1.To destroy liquidate, annihilate, level; see defeat 2, destroy 1, ravage. 2.To erase erase, delete, wipe out, mark out, rub off; see also cancel 1, eliminate 1. See syn. study at erase. |
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funerary
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adjective
of or having to do with a funeral or burial |
funerary violinists local guild branch owners and operators believe music memorialization is insignificant or perhaps should be discouraged.
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recollect
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Recollect is defined as to remember or think of something forgotten.
Related Forms: •recˌol·lecˈtive adjective verb recall, bring to mind, look back on; see remember 1. |
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conceal
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The definition of conceal means to keep something hidden or secret
Related Forms: •concealable adjective •concealer noun •concealment noun verb hide, screen, secrete, cover; see hide 1, 2. See syn. study at hide. |
•Spot the elusive shepherd and sheep cunningly concealed on each page.
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scrutinize
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To scrutinize is to look at something very closely or very carefully.
Related Forms: •scrutinizer noun verb view, study, pore over, stare; see examine 1, watch 1. See syn. study at examine. |
•Another very good reason for a lay shareholder to closely scrutinize the board!
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decipher
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To decipher is defined as to decode or work out a hidden meaning.
Related Forms: •decipherable adjective •decipherment noun verb decode, interpret, read, make clear, translate, spell, unravel, reveal, unfold, elucidate, solve, interpret by use of a key, find the key to, disentangle, expound, render, construe, explain, unscramble, decrypt, make out, figure out, make head or tail of*, break (a code)*, crack*, dope out*; see also solve, translate 1. Antonyms misunderstand*, fail to solve, misconstrue. |
decipher due to use of a troublesome radio microphone.
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deterrent
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The definition of deterrent is acting to stop or prevent.
The definition of deterrent is acting to stop or prevent. |
•And it would stop us from ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's deterrent, should the need arise.
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launch
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o launch is defined as to set something in motion, to start something or to forcefully throw something.
noun motorboat, cabin cruiser, ship's launch; see boat, ship. verb 1.To initiate originate, start, set going; see begin 1. 2.To send off set in motion, propel, drive, lance, thrust, fire off, send forth, eject; see also drive 1, 3. |
•We are pleased to announce the launch of this exciting venture.
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panacea
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The definition of a panacea is a remedy that says it will cure all illness and difficulties.
Related Forms: •panacean adjective noun relief, elixir, cure; see remedy 2. |
•The proposal offers no panaceas, only new grounds for hope and action.
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overcome
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To overcome is to prevail in spite of adversity, to successfully solve a problem or defeat an opponent, or to be consumed with something.
modified 1.Beaten conquered, overwhelmed, overthrown; see beaten 1. 2.Seized apprehended, appropriated, pre-empted; see captured 1, held. verb overwhelm, subdue, master, surmount; see defeat 1, 2, succeed 1, win 1. See syn. study at defeat. |
•As the interdisciplinary meeting ground evolves and expands, these difficulties are partially overcome.
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barrier
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he definition of a barrier is anything, either natural or manmade, that keeps something from passing through.
noun bar, obstruction, difficulty, hindrance, obstacle, hurdle, fortification, stumbling block, fence, sound or sonic or transonic barrier, |
•To help overcome these barriers tp herts applied for an innovation into action grant, which was awarded in june 2003.
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awaken
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to awake; wake up; rouse
Relative form •awakener noun verb 1.To arouse another awake, rouse, call, wake up; see wake 1. 2.To excite stir up, stimulate, arouse, animate; see excite 1, 2, stir 1. See syn. study atstir. |
•Remember none of us likes to be rudely awakened from deep, drunken slumber at the belfry.
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catalyst
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Catalyst is defined as a substance that speeds up the rate of a chemical reaction.
Related Forms: •catalytic adjective •catalytically adverb |
•Contact has proved the catalyst for me to question all my beliefs to ask what is the nature of personal reality?
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stirred
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transitive verb stirred, stirring
1.to move, shake, agitate, etc., esp. slightly 2.to change the position of slightly; displace: to stir a log 3.to rouse from sleep, lethargy, indifference, etc. 4.to put (oneself, one's limbs, etc.) into motion or activity, esp. briskly 5. a.to move an implement, the hand, etc. through (a liquid or loose substance) with an agitated motion so that the particles change position with relation to one another b.to mix by or as by imparting such a motion to 6.to excite the feelings of; move strongly 7.to incite or provoke: often with up: to stir up trouble 8.to evoke, or call up: to stir memories Origin: ME stirien < OE styrian: see storm intransitive verb 1.to move or change position, esp. only slightly: not a leaf stirred 2.to be up and about; be busy and active 3.to be taking place, going on, happening, etc. 4.to begin to show signs of activity; begin to come to life 5.to impart an agitated motion to a liquid, mixture, etc. as with a spoon 6.to be stirred: a mixture that stirs easily noun 1.the act, an instance, or the sound of stirring 2.movement; activity; agitation 3.a state of excitement; commotion; tumult Related Forms: •stirrer noun |
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provocation
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Provocation is defined as something that gets someone to act, especially out of irritation.
noun incitement, stimulus, inducement; see incentive. |
•Then hundreds of people begin clapping above their heads without the slightest provocation from the stage.
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mitigate
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Mitigate is defined as to make something less severe, less harsh or less painful.
ed Forms: •mitigable adjective •mitigation noun •mitigative adjective •mitigator noun •mitigatory adjective rb alleviate, lessen, moderate; see decrease 1, relieve 2. See syn. study at relieve. |
mitigate problems such as the re-circulation of pollutants, bacteria and viruses.
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invaluable
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The definition of invaluable is priceless or having value too great to measure.
Related Forms: •invaluableness noun •invaluably adverb modified priceless, valuable, precious; see valuable 1. See syn. study at expensive. |
•If you have a resource like this at your disposal it is absolutely invaluable.
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imperative
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The definition of imperative is something that has authority or is absolutely necessary.
Related Forms: •imperatively adverb •imperativeness noun |
•It emphasizes the military imperative of stabilizing baghdad and lower expectations about a democratic polity along western lines.
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indistinguishable
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1.that cannot be distinguished as being different or separate
2.that cannot be discerned or recognized; imperceptible Related Forms: •inˌdis·tinˈguish·a·ble·ness, inˌdis·tinˌguish·a·bilˈi·ty noun •inˌdis·tinˈguish·a·bly adverb modified 1.Identical alike, same, twin, interchangeable; see alike 1, equal. 2.Indistinct vague, invisible, imperceptible; see imperceptible, obscure 1. |
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bereft
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The definition of bereft is someone who is without something.
modified bereaved, deprived, cut off, dispossessed, forlorn of, wanting, divested, destitute, stripped, impoverished, beggared, left unprovided for, naked, left without, robbed, straitened; see also poor 1. Antonyms rich*, possessed, in enjoyment. |
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miscreant
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The definition of a miscreant is an evil person or a person who behaves badly, gets into trouble and breaks the law.
Related Forms: •miscreancy noun noun wretch, villain, knave, rogue, ruffian, rapscallion, scamp, caitiff, sneak, scoundrel, culprit, reprobate, delinquent, bully, malefactor, felon, |
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revisionist
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noun
a person who revises, or favors the revision of, some accepted theory, doctrine, etc. adjective of revisionists or their policy or practice Related Forms: •revisionism noun |
•The so called revisionists are gathered. ) [ home video showing a gathering.
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anomaly
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The definition of an anomaly is a person or thing that has an abnormality or strays from common rules or methods.
its perihelion. Related Forms: •a·nomˌa·lisˈtic adjective •a·nomˌa·lisˈti·cal·ly adverb noun peculiarity, aberration, exception, oddity; see exception 2, freak 2, irregularity 2. |
•In the case of diagnosis of congenital anomaly, there is no upper limit.
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pacifist
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noun
opposition to the use of force under any circumstances; specif., refusal for reasons of conscience to participate in war or any military action Origin: Fr pacifisme: see pacific & -ism Related Forms: •pacifist noun, adjective •pacifistic adjective •pacifistically adverb noun peace-lover, peacemonger*, passive resister, conscientious objector, Satyagrahist, noncooperator, civil disobedience campaigner, peacenik*, conchie*, sit-downer*, flower child*, dove*; see also radical, conscientious objector, resister. |
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extremist
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noun
One who advocates or resorts to measures beyond the norm, especially in politics. Related Forms: •ex·tremˈism noun •ex·tremˈist adjective noun zealot, fanatic, die-hard; see agitator, radical, zealot. modified extreme, fanatic, ultraist; see fanatical, radical 2. |
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tacit
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The definition of tacit is understood or implied without being openly said or shown.
Related Forms: •tacitly adverb •tacitness noun ified implicit, assumed, unspoken; see implied, understood 2. |
•Back to top t tacit knowledge ( or: implicit knowledge ) the knowledge or know-how that people carry in their heads.
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fervent
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The definition of fervent is to be extremely devoted or to have intense affection.
Related Forms: •fervently adverb |
•Q so you would say that america is becoming more secular that its subscription to religious beliefs is becoming less fervent?
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unqualified
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Unqualified means not skilled, or unable to do something.
Related Forms: •unqualifiedly adverb modified 1.Absolute downright, utter, outright; see certain 3. 2.Incompetent inexperienced, unprepared, incapable; see unfit 1. |
unqualified school leavers seem to be following this vocational route to qualification achievement.
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impetuous
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The definition of impetuous is something that moves with a lot of force or done with little thought.
Related Forms: •impetuously adverb •impetuousness noun modified impulsive, hasty, precipitate, sudden; see careless 1, changeable 1, rash. See syn. study at sudden. |
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regal
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The definition of regal is something related to or fit for a king or monarch.
Related Forms: •regally adverb modified sovereign, noble, majestic; see royal 1, 2. |
•But this was no royal party - even if most of the guests were doing their best to look regal.
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imperial
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The definition of imperial is something magnificent, domineering or related to an empire.
Related Forms: •imperially adverb modified 1.Concerning an emperor or empress sovereign, supreme, hegemonic, imperatorial, august; see also royal 1. 2.Suited to the dignity of an emperor regal, majestic, august, magnificent; see royal 2. |
•My granny beattie, seemed to carry a perminent packet of mint imperials in her pinny pocket.
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simplistic
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The definition of simplistic is making complex problems appear to be more simple than they are in reality.
Related Forms: •simplistically adverb modified simple, overly simplified, characterized by oversimplification, condensed, oversimplified; see also childish 1, naive, simple 1. |
simplistic notion that climate change can be averted by growing trees.
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neutral
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The definition of neutral is not taking part in a fight or war or having very little color.
lated Forms: •neutrally adverb modified 1.Not fighting noncombatant, noncombative, nonpartisan, on the side lines, nonparticipating, inactive, disengaged, uninvolved, bystanding, standing by, inert, on the fence*. Antonyms engaged*, involved, active*. 2.Without opinion unbiased, open-minded, disinterested, impartial; see indifferent 1, unconcerned. 3.Without distinctive color drab, indeterminate, vague; see dull 2. |
neutral with respect to the property of homogeneity, even for function words.
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liberating
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transitive verb liberated, liberating
1.to release from slavery, enemy occupation, etc. 2.Slang to steal or loot, esp. from a defeated enemy in wartime 3.Chem. to free from combination in a compound |
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repressive
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Causing or inclined to cause repression: a repressive dictatorship.
Related Forms: •re·presˈsive·ly adverb •re·presˈsive·ness noun |
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totalitarian
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Totalitarian means relating to a government where the ruler or ruling group has complete control.
Related Forms: •totalitarianism noun modified fascistic, despotic, dictatorial; see absolute 3, autocratic 1, tyrannical. |
•G8 almost totalitarian enough for china and free flights to burma.
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absolutist
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noun
1.the doctrine or system of government under which the ruler has unlimited powers; despotism 2.the quality of being absolute 3.Philos. any doctrine involving the existence of some metaphysical or axiological principle that is absolute, or not relative Related Forms: •absolutist noun, adjective •absolutistic adjective |
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scandalous
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he definition of scandalous is a morally shocking or indecent person, thing or action, or something that hurts a person's reputation.
Related Forms: •scandalously adverb •scandalousness noun modified disgraceful, infamous, disreputable, ignominious; see lewd 1, shameful 2. |
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compromise
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The definition of a compromise is when two sides give up some demands to meet somewhere in the middle.
Related Forms: •compromiser noun verb 1.To make concessions settle, conciliate, find a middle ground; see agree, arbitrate, negotiate 1, yield 1. 2.To lay open to suspicion or danger jeopardize, hazard, imperil, discredit; see endanger. noun 1.The act of compromising give-and-take, bargaining, granting concessions, accommodation; see agreement 1. 2.An action involving compromise, sense 1 settlement, bargain, understanding, trade-off; see agreement 3. |
•However, even where a warrant for possession is issued, the parties can still negotiate a compromise to prevent eviction.
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imagine
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To imagine is defined as to make a guess at or make a mental image of something.
Related Forms: •i·magˈin·er noun rb 1.To visualize mentally conceive, picture, conjure up, envisage, envision, see in one's mind, invent, fabricate, formulate, devise, think of, make up, conceptualize, dream, nurture, harbor, perceive, fancy, dramatize, pictorialize, image, figure to oneself, create, build castles in the air*; see also visualize. 2.To suppose think, guess, presume, believe; see assume 1. |
imagines the above scenario whenever we see a percentage increased or decreased risk.
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worthless
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The definition of worthless is having no value.
Related Forms: •worthlessly adverb •worthlessness noun modified 1.Valueless profitless, counterproductive, barren, unprofitable, unproductive, unimportant, insignificant, counterfeit, bogus, cheap, sterile, waste, wasted, no good, trashy, inconsequential, petty, piddling, paltry, trivial, trifling, unessential, beneath notice, empty, good-for-nothing, no-account*, junky*, crowbait*, not worth a damn*, of no earthly use*, not worth the trouble*, not worth speaking of*, fit for the dust hole*, not able to say much for*. 2.Useless ineffective, of no use, ineffectual; see useless 1, waste. |
•In conclusion the theory of natural selection does render the design argument worthless.
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superiority
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Superiority is the state of being greater or better than something or someone else.
noun supremacy, preponderance, advantage; see perfection 3. |
•People of all backgrounds need to appreciate how race has been used as a tool to assert the superiority of certain groups over others.
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embrace
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e definition of embrace is to hug, eagerly accept, or to be serious about starting something new.
Related Forms: •embraceable adjective •embracement noun •embracer noun verb 1.To clasp hug, enfold, squeeze, grip; see hug. 2.To adopt espouse, welcome, take advantage of; see adopt 2. 3.To include contain, comprise, cover, encompass; see comprise, contain 1, include 1. See syn. study at include. |
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1.To clasp hug, enfold, squeeze, grip; see hug. 2.To adopt espouse, welcome, take advantage of; see adopt 2. 3.To include contain, comprise, cover, encompass; see comprise, contain 1, include 1. See syn. study at include. |
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insecurity
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adjective
not secure; specif., 1.not safe from danger 2.not confident; filled with anxieties; apprehensive 3.not firm or dependable; unreliable Origin: ML insecurus Related Forms: •insecurely adverb •insecurity noun pl. insecurities noun 1.Anxiety vacillation, self-doubt, hesitancy, indecision; see doubt 2, uncertainty 1. 2.Danger precariousness, instability, hazard, vulnerability; see chance 1, danger. |
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dispel
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o dispel is defined as to drive away or make disappear.
rb scatter, disperse, dissipate, clear away; see dismiss 1, scatter 2. See syn. study at scatter. |
•A dispel magic spell will prevent its effect, since dispel magic affects all spells no matter what their subject.
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inferiority
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adjective
1.lower in space; placed lower down 2.low or lower in order, status, rank, etc.; subordinate 3.lower in quality or value than: with to 4.poor in quality; below average 5.Anat. located below or directed downward 6.Astron. designating or of planets between the earth and the sun 7.Bot. having the sepals, petals, and stamens attached at the apex: said of the ovary of an epigynous flower 8.Printing placed below the type line, as 2 in NO Origin: ME < L, compar. of inferus, low, below < IE *ṇdheros < base *ṇdhos, under noun an inferior person or thing Related Forms: •inferiority noun •inferiorly adverb noun deficiency, mediocrity, inadequacy; see inability, lack 1, 2, weakness 2. |
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fathom
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Fathom is defined as to understand completely, or to measure the depth of something.
Related Forms: •fathomable adjective verb interpret, comprehend, penetrate; see understand 1. |
•The engine shaft is sunk 130 fathoms, flat rod shaft 160 fathoms.
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levity
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The definition of levity is silly or light speech or behavior, usually at an inappropriate time.
noun flippancy, high spirits, giddiness; see frivolity, happiness 1. |
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haughty
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The definition of haughty is an arrogant person.
Related Forms: •haughtily adverb •haughtiness noun modified arrogant, disdainful, proud; see egotistic 2, proud 2. See syn. study at proud |
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impudent
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The definition of impudent is someone who is offensively bold.
Related Forms: •impudently adverb modified forward, insolent, impertinent, saucy; see rude 2. See syn. study at impertinent |
impudent scoundrel who had taken hold of my arm came up and began to speak to the chamberlain in german.
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irresolute
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The definition of irresolute is uncertain or showing signs of indecision.
Related Forms: •irresolutely adverb •irresoluteness noun •irresolution noun modified indecisive, undecided, wavering, faltering, vacillating, uncertain, fluctuating, unsettled, hesitant, hesitating, doubting, ambivalent, unstable, inconstant, fickle, fearful, timid, undetermined, wobbly, halfhearted, weak-willed, shilly-shallying, pussyfooting*, wishy-washy*; see also changeable 1, shaky 1, undecided. Antonyms resolute*, firm, determined. |
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insolent
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Insolent is defined as disrespectful or arrogant.
Related Forms: •insolence noun •insolently adverb modified impertinent, impudent, offensive, arrogant; see proud 2, rude 2. See syn. study at impertinent, proud. |
•Maxine assures joan she won't tell anyone what she knows when joan warns her not to be so insolent to her in public.
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presumptuous
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he definition of presumptuous is taking things for granted or being overconfident.
adjective too bold or forward; taking too much for granted; showing overconfidence, arrogance, or effrontery Related Forms: •presumptuously adverb •presumptuousness noun modified arrogant, insolent, bold; see egotistic 2, rude 2. |
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arrogant
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The definition of arrogant is someone who is full of self-worth or self-importance and who tells and shows that they have a feeling of superiority over others.
Related Forms: •arrogantly adverb modified self-important, domineering, overbearing, superior; see egotistic 2, proud 2. See syn. study atproud. |
arrogant tosser was rendered ineffective.
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articulate
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The definition of articulate is someone capable of speaking easily and clearly, and is most often referred to someone who is well-spoken.
Related Forms: •articulately adverb •articulateness noun or articulacy •articulative adjective modified self-important, domineering, overbearing, superior; see egotistic 2, proud 2. See syn. study atproud. |
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•arrogant to assume that all witch's etc are in it for the money. |
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reverential
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adjective
showing or caused by reverence Origin: ML reverentialis Related Forms: •reverentially adverb modified pious, devout, reverent; see religious 2, respectful. |
•Athletic fans recall in almost reverential tones the huge quantity of drink they shared with their visitors.
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contemptuous
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The definition of contemptuous is someone who is full of hatred for someone or something.
Related Forms: •contemptuously adverb •contemptuousness noun modified disdainful, derisive, disrespectful; see scornful 1. |
•We become contemptuous of other believers who we decide are not " walking the talk " as well as we think we are.
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satellite
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The definition of a satellite is a natural body revolving around a planet, a branch of a larger company, country, etc. that is located way from the main part or a device used to orbit in space.
noun 1.A small planet that revolves around a larger one moon, planetoid, minor planet, secondary planet, inferior planet, asteroid. 2.A man-made object put into orbit around a celestial body space satellite, robot satellite, unmanned satellite, space station, orbital rocket, artificial moon, spacecraft, man-made moon, communications satellite, spy satellite, weather satellite, relay satellite, sputnik, satellite station, spy-in-the-sky. Well known man-made satellites include: Tiros, Discoverer, Sputnik, Syncom, Early Bird, Echo, Telstar, Relay, Nimbus, Secor, Skylab, Soyuz, Mir, Ranger, Comstar, Voyager, Explorer, Intelsat, GOES, Viking, Landsat, NAVSTAR. 3.A smaller country dependent |
•Don't forget that we also receive images from geostationary satellites which cover the whole world.
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reversal
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The definition of a reversal is a change in the opposite direction, or a cancellation.
noun repudiation, repeal, turnabout; see about-face, cancellation, refusal, withdrawal. |
reversal of fortunes may already be taking place.
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bifurcation
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The definition of bifurication means a division into two branches.
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•An analysis of this homoclinic bifurcation is performed in a general frame.
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dichotomous
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adjective
1.Divided or dividing into two parts or classifications. 2.Characterized by dichotomy. Related Forms: •di·chotˈo·mous·ly adverb •di·chotˈo·mous·ness noun |
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filial
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The definition of filial is something due to a parent from a child.
Related Forms: •filˈi·al·ly adverb modified dutiful, affectionate, respectful; see obedient 1. |
filial reverence devoutly do we kiss your blessed feet.
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symbiotic
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1.Biol. the intimate living together of two kinds of organisms, esp. if such association is of mutual advantage
2.a similar relationship of mutual interdependence Related Forms: •symbiotic adjective |
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acuncular
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The definition of an adjective is a part of speech that is used to describe a noun.
Related Forms: •adjectively adverb noun modifier, article, determiner, attribute, attributive, qualifier, adjectival, descriptive word, descriptive term, limiting word, limiter, dependent, adjectival construction, identifier, qualifying word, qualifying term, attributive name, adjunct, adnoun. |
•To use this sort of language implies that ' bishop ' is masculine unless it is modified by a feminine adjective.
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convivial
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The definition of convivial is something or someone that is festive and good company.
Related Forms: •convivialist noun •conviviality noun •convivially adverb modified 1.Sociable genial, jovial, companionable, hearty; see friendly, pleasant 1. 2.Festive festal, merry, holiday, entertaining; see pleasant 2. |
•The annual dinner represents a key opportunity to discuss the commercial issues of the day in highly convivial surroundings.
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cacophonous
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The definition of cacophonus is having a harsh or annoying sound.
Related Forms: •ca·cophˈo·nous·ly adverb modified ill-sounding, dissonant, discordant, raucous; see harsh 1. |
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syncopated
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1.to shorten (a word) by syncope
2.Music a.to shift (the regular accent) as by beginning a tone on an unaccented beat and continuing it through the next accented beat, or on the last half of a beat and continuing it through the first half of the following beat b.to use such shifted accents in (a musical composition, passage, rhythmic pattern, etc.) Related Forms: •syncopator noun |
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harmonic
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adjective
1.harmonious in feeling or effect; agreeing 2.Math. designating or of a harmonic progression 3.Music a.of or pertaining to harmony rather than to melody or rhythm b.of or pertaining to a harmonic Related Forms: •harmonically adverb |
•The current state of the art makes use of spherical harmonics.
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collaborative
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1.to work together, esp. in some literary, artistic, or scientific undertaking
2.to cooperate with an enemy invader Related Forms: •collaboration noun •collaborative adjective Working together toward a common end: cooperative, synergetic, synergic, synergistic. See conflict |
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mellifluous
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The definition of mellifluous is something musical, melodious or pleasant to hear.
Related Forms: •mellifluously adverb •mellifluousness noun modified resonant, smooth, liquid; see harmonious 1, melodious, musical 1. |
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erratic
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The definition of erratic is something that is not consistent or is lacking in a fixed course.
Related Forms: •erratically adverb modified 1.Strange eccentric, *****, irregular, capricious; see unusual 2. 2.Variable inconsistent, unpredictable, inconstant; see aimless, changeable 1, 2, random. 3.Wandering shifting, directionless, unfixed, rambling; see aimless, wandering 1. |
•In the lower lying alpine most of the caves have been scoured away or filled in with glacial erratics.
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informal
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e definition of informal is something or someone who is casual or relaxed.
Related Forms: •informally adverb modified 1.Without formality casual, natural, relaxed, intimate, unceremonious, unstudied, frank, open, straightforward, free, extempore, spontaneous, congenial, easygoing, easy, unconstrained, unrestrained, unconventional, without ceremony, simple, unpretentious, homey; see also colloquial, friendly 1. Antonyms restrained*, ceremonial, ritualistic. 2.Not requiring formal dress casual, ordinary, everyday, unofficial, habitual, motley, mixed, democratic, shirt-sleeve, sporty*; see also |
•Set up in-house training informal in-house training learning for most employees comes from informal in-house training learning for most employees comes from informal on-the-job training.
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idiosyncratic
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The definition of idiosyncratic is quirky or peculiar, or the temperament which is unique to an individual.
modified peculiar, distinctive, personal, quirky; see characteristic. |
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preventative
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Variant of preventive.
noun safeguard, remedy, protection; see medicine 2. |
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regress
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Regress means to go back to a worse or less developed state.
Related Forms: •regressor noun verb backslide, relapse, revert; see relapse, retreat 1, sink 1. |
•And avoid the potential infinite regress of symbolic meaning by being fully grounded in the real world.
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catastrophic
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The definition of catastrophic is something that is extremely harmful or that causes great damage or change.
Related Forms: •catˌa·strophˈi·cal·ly adverb adjective Causing ruin or destruction: calamitous, cataclysmal, cataclysmic, destructive, disastrous, fatal, fateful, ruinous. See help |
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unforeseen
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surprising, abrupt, sudden; see unexpected. modified surprising, abrupt, sudden; see unexpected. |
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moderate
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The definition of moderate is something that is average, mild or within reasonable limits.
Related Forms: •moderately adverb •moderateness noun verb 1.To become less abate, modify, lessen, decline; see decrease 1. 2.To make less check, curb, reduce; see decrease 2. 3.To preside over lead, direct, supervise, govern; see manage 1. |
moderate intensity physical activity for about 30 minutes on five or more days of the week.
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arrangement
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An arrangement is defined as a combination of things that make up a design or that are laid out in a certain way.
noun 1.The act of arranging ordering, grouping, classification; see classification 1, organization 1. 2.The result of arranging method, system, form; see order 3, organization 2. 3.An agreement settlement, adjustment, compromise; see agreement 3. 4.A design pattern, composition, combination; see design 1, form 1. 5.An adaptation of a piece of music orchestration, score, transcription, instrumentation, harmonization, adaptation, composition, version. |
•The lodge will meet next friday evening at half past to make the final arrangements.
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devoid
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The definition of devoid is lacking or without.
modified void, destitute of, lacking, without; see empty 1, wanting 1. |
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disparage
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Disparage is defined as to belittle or discredit someone or something.
Related Forms: •disparaging adjective •disparagingly adverb verb depreciate, deprecate, discredit, defame; see censure, depreciate 2. See syn. study at depreciate. |
•You may not disparage corel or any of its products in your use of corel product screen shots.
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attitude
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The definition of an attitude is a way of feeling or acting toward a person, thing or situation.
Related Forms: •attitudinal adjective noun 1.Posture pose, posture, stance, stand; see pose, position 5, posture. 2.State of mind mood, opinion, idea about, viewpoint, point of view, standpoint, outlook, perspective, belief, air, demeanor, manner, condition of mind, habitual mode of regarding something, disposition of mind |
•William decided to protect his financial interests by adopting an attitude of humility.
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consist
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To consist is defined as to be made up of.
verb 1.To have an inherent basis: dwell, exist, inhere, lie1, repose, reside, rest1. See start 2.To be compatible or in correspondence: accord, agree, check, chime, comport with, conform, correspond, fit1, harmonize, match, square, tally. (Informal) jibe1. (Archaic) quadrate. See agree |
consists of a nave and chancel with an eastern apse, and north and south aisles.
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bargain
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A bargain is defined as something that you buy that costs less than it normally does.
Related Forms: •bargainer noun verb 1.To trade barter, do business, merchandise; see buy 1, sell 1. 2.To negotiate haggle, dicker, make terms, arrange; see negotiate 1. noun 1.An agreement pact, compact, contract; see agreement 3. 2.An advantageous purchase good value, good deal, discount |
•Check out their warehouse prices online and grab a bargain!
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worthy
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The definition of worthy is someone or something that has desirable qualities and is entitled to respect or attention.
Related Forms: •worthily adverb •worthiness noun modified good, true, honest, honorable, reliable, trustworthy, dependable, noble, charitable, dutiful, philanthropic, virtuous, ethical, moral, pure, upright, righteous, decent, incorrupt, incorruptible, meritorious, creditable, deserving, laudable, praiseworthy, estimable, right-minded, worthy of, whole-souled, model, exemplary, sterling, sinless, stainless, blameless. Antonyms worthless*, bad, evil. |
worthy of this praise in years to come.
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mishortune
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Misfortune is bad luck or a distressing occurrence.
noun 1.Bad luck back luck, ill fortune, ill luck, adversity, affliction, adverse fortune, trouble, hardship, disadvantage, mischance, disappointment, reversal, setback, hard luck*, vexatiousness, discomfort, distress, loss, hard times, unpleasantness, untowardness, worry, anxiety, hard knocks. Antonyms good fortune, luck, advantage. 2.An unlucky accident mishap, calamity, accident, misadventure, |
•Enduring all misfortunes by the grace of christ, thou didst unceasingly sing to him: alleluia.
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trusting
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that trusts; trustful
Related Forms: •trustingly adverb •trustingness noun modified 1.Naive trustful, credulous, confiding, gullible, unsuspecting, unsuspicious, easygoing, open, candid, indulgent, obliging, well-meaning, good-natured, tenderhearted, green*, suckerish*, doughfaced*, with a glass jaw*; see also naive. Antonyms critical*, suspicious*, skeptical. 2.Hopeful in hopes, expectant, confident, assured, optimistic, presuming, depending on, counting on, relying on, reliant, relying; see also hopeful 1. |
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meddle
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Meddle is defined as intrude in someone else's life or business.
Related Forms: •meddler noun verb 1.To interfere in others' affairs intermeddle, interpose, interfere, obtrude, interlope, intervene, pry, snoop, impose oneself, infringe, break in upon, advance upon, make it one's business, abuse one's rights, push in, chime in, force an entrance, encroach, intrude, be officious, obstruct, impede, hinder, encumber, busy oneself with, come uninvited, tamper with, inquire, be curious, stick one's nose in*, crash the gates*, monkey with*, bust in*, muscle in*, barge in*, worm in*, have a finger in*, fool with*, butt in*, horn in*; see also interrupt 2. Antonyms neglect*, ignore, let alone. 2.To handle others' things tamper, molest, pry, fool with, trespass, snoop, nose, dabble in, use improperly, monkey with*. |
meddle in processes which they don't understand, which often cause extreme problems.
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scoff
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Scoff is defined as to mock or to scorn.
Related Forms: •scoffer noun •scoffingly adverb verb mock, deride, jeer; see ridicule. |
scoff down mayonnaise, take a deep breath of sea air or light candles yet all of these things produce free nanoparticles.
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temporize
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1.to suit one's actions to the time, occasion, or circumstances, without reference to principle
2. a.to give temporary compliance or agreement, evade immediate decision, etc., so as to gain time or avoid argument b.to parley or deal (with a person, etc.) so as to gain time 3.to effect a compromise (with a person, etc., or between persons or parties); negotiate Related Forms: •temporization noun •temporizer noun verb hedge, stall, balk; see delay 1, hesitate. |
temporizee position is such that neither side will gain by making the first move, it is called temporizing ground.
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prolong
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To prolong is to make something last longer.
Related Forms: •prolongation noun •prolonger noun verb continue, hold, draw out; see increase 1, lengthen 1. |
prolonged due to a temporary or acute condition they should return to normal on their own within a short time period.
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misbehave
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To misbehave is to behave badly.
Related Forms: •misbehaver noun •misbehavior noun verb do wrong, do evil, sin, fail, trip, blunder, work iniquity, offend, trespass, act up, carry on, behave badly, misdo, err, lapse, be delinquent, be at fault, be culpable, be blameworthy, be guilty, be censurable, be reprehensible, be bad, misdemean oneself, forget oneself, misconduct oneself, be immoral, be dissolute, be disreputable, be indecorous, carry on, be naughty, go astray, take a wrong course, deviate from the path of virtue, sow one's wild oats*, cut up*, screw up*; see also transgress. Antonyms behave*, be good, do well. |
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disrupt
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To disrupt is to break up or disturb something’s course.
Related Forms: •disrupter noun or disruptor •disruption noun verb 1.To break interrupt, intrude, obstruct, break up; see interrupt 2, meddle 1. 2.To confuse upset, disturb, disorder, agitate; see confuse. |
disrupt the functioning of north vietnam.
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sneer
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To sneer is to speak or make an expression that exhibits contempt or mocking.
Related Forms: •sneerer noun •sneeringly adverb noun smirk, grin, curl of one's lip, leer. verb mock, scoff, jeer, gibe, taunt, disparage, slight, scorn, despise, underrate, decry, belittle, detract, lampoon, ridicule, deride, twit, flout, burlesque, caricature, travesty, laugh at, look down, insult, affront, disdain, curl one's lip, fleer, rally, satirize, condemn, give the raspberry*, give the Bronx cheer*; see also doubt 1. |
•It must be done on the young man's money. ' ' quite a model son, ' said carver with a slight sneer.
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terminate
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Terminate is defined as to end, to bring to an end or to destroy.
Related Forms: •terminative adjective verb 1.To abolish eliminate, annul, stop; see cancel 2, end 1. 2.To end cease, stop, conclude, finish, discontinue, break off, abort, fire; see also achieve 1, dismiss 2, end 1, stop 2. 3.To dismiss fire, let go, discharge; see dismiss 2. See syn. study at end. |
terminate the agreement at any time by giving two months written notice to quit.
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wihdraw
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To withdraw is defined as to remove, turn away or take back.
Related Forms: •withdrawer noun verb 1.To retire depart, draw back, take leave; see retire 1, 3, retreat 1, 2. 2.To remove from use or circulation revoke, rescind, abolish, repeal, annul, abrogate, veto, suppress, repress, retire, stamp out, declare illegal, ban, bar, nullify, repudiate, reverse, retract, throw overboard, invalidate, quash, dissolve. Antonyms introduce, put on the record, establish*. 3.To remove take away, draw away, pull out, pull back, switch; see also eliminate 1, remove 1. |
withdraw from the npt in january 2003.
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intrude
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The definition of intrude is to butt in where you aren't invited or to become involved in something where you don't belong.
Related Forms: •intruder noun verb meddle, interfere, interrupt, obtrude, interlope, impose, trespass, encroach, interpose, butt in*; see also interrupt 2, meddle 1. |
•The prose is elegant, incisive, yet never intrudes on the story, surprisingly intimate despite the grandeur of the theme.
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conduct
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The definition of conduct means a person's behavior.
Related Forms: •conductible adjective •conductibility noun verb 1.To guide escort, convoy, attend, show the way; see accompany 1, lead 1. 2.To manage administer, handle, carry on, direct; see manage 1. 3.To transmit convey, carry, pass on, transfer; see carry 1, 2, send 1, 2, 4. See syn. study at manage. noun 1.Behavior deportment, demeanor, manner; see behavior 1. 2.Management guidance, regulation, government, care, charge, direction, treatment, carrying on, transaction, superintendence, oversight, posture, control, handling, wielding, rule, manipulation, strategy, policy, execution, tactics, supervision, regimen, plan, organization; see also administration 1. |
•Q why does the cia need an exemption from rules that would govern the conduct of our military in interrogation practices?
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