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prognosis
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The definition of a prognosis is the predicted outcome of a disease and the chances of recovery.
forecast, prophecy, prediction, diagnosis; see guess. |
Marital stress worsens prognosis in women with coronary heart disease.
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setback
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An example of a setback is someone having a large, unexpected expense while in escrow on a house for which they have to find additional funds.
noun a reversal, check, or interruption in progress; relapse; upset an upper part of a wall or building set back to form a steplike section pitch () hindrance, check, reversal; see delay 1, difficulty 1, impediment 1. |
The 3rd xi's own title hopes suffered a setback with defeat at home to chester boughton hall.
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altered
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Changed
modified, qualified, changed, revised; see changed 2. Recut fitted, refitted, renovated, adjusted, remade, reconstructed, redone, remodeled, retailored, taken in, let out, made fashionable, updated. Changed modified, qualified, changed, revised; see changed 2. Recut fitted, refitted, renovated, adjusted, remade, reconstructed, redone, remodeled, retailored, taken in, let out, made fashionable, updated. |
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revolution
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A complete motion about an axis rotation, spin, turn, revolving, circuit, orbit, round, whirl, gyration, circumvolution, cycle, roll, reel, twirl, swirl, pirouette. An armed uprising revolt, rebellion, uprising, mutiny, insurrection, anarchy, coup, coup d'état, destruction, overturn, upset, overthrow, reversal, rising, riot, outbreak, violence, bloodshed, turbulence, insubordination, disturbance, reformation, plot, cabal, junta, putsch, underground activity, guerrilla activity, unrest, upheaval, tumult, disorder, foment, turmoil, uproar, row, strife, strike, subversion, breakup, secession, convulsion, throe; see also sense 3. A reversal change, radical change, metamorphosis, substitution, end of an era, epoch, reconstruction, overturn, upset, overthrow, debacle, cataclysm, revolution in ideas, political upheaval, disintegration, falling apart; see also sense 2; change 2. The definition of a revolution is the movement of one object around a center or another |
Over the past 20 years waste management in the uk has undergone a quiet revolution with increasing amounts of waste being recycled.
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contradicted
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sa
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truce
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The definition of a truce is an agreement between opponents or enemies to temporarily stop fighting.
noun armistice, peace agreement, respite, lull, amnesty, treaty of peace, terms, suspension of arms, pause, cease-fire, break, cessation, the olive branch*, white flag*; see also peace 1. ANTONYMS warfare*, combat, hostilities. |
How likely are rank and file members to violate a truce negotiated by their leaders?
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reinforced
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to strengthen (a military, naval, or air force) with additional troops, ships, planes, etc.
to increase the number or amount of to strengthen or make stronger, as by patching, propping, adding new material, etc. to make stronger or more compelling: to reinforce one's arguments PSYCHOL. to increase the probability of (a response to a stimulus) by giving a reward or ending a painful stimulus reinforcer noun modified supported, assisted, strengthened, augmented, buttressed, bolstered, fortified, pillowed, banded, backed, braced, built-up, stiffened, thickened, cushioned, lined, shored up, beefed up*; see also strong 2. |
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crisis
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The definition of a crisis is a turning point or a difficult or dark time when disasters are happening or when tough decisions must be made.
noun straits, exigency, emergency, turning point, urgency, necessity, dilemma, puzzle, perplexity, pressure, embarrassment, pinch, juncture, pass, change, contingency, plight, imbroglio, impasse, deadlock, entanglement, predicament, corner, decisive turn, decisive moment, critical juncture, critical situation, trauma, quandary, extremity, disaster, trial, crux, climacteric, moment of truth, hour of decision, crossroads, climax, clutch*, pickle*, stew*, fix*, mess*, big trouble*, kettle of fish*, hot water, crunch*. ANTONYMS normality, stability*, regularity*. See syn. study at emergency.emergency. |
Has not met since 1614 and is called now to try and avert impending crisis.
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halted
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The definition of halt is to hesitate, to put a stop to something or to come to a sudden stop.
noun stop, cessation, standstill; see end 2, pause 1, 2. call a halt to suspend, check, stop; see haltv. 2. verb To cease stand still, pause, rest; see stop 1. To cause to cease pull up, check, terminate, suspend, put an end to, interrupt, intermit, break into, punctuate, block, cut short, bar someone's way, cut into, adjourn, hold off, cease fire, keep at arm's length, hold at bay, stop an advance, cause to halt, stem, balk, deter, stay, bring to a stand, bring to a standstill, stall, bring to an end, curb, stop, restrict, arrest, hold in check, foil, defeat, thwart, hamper, frustrate, suppress, clog, abate, intercept, extinguish, blockade, obstruct, repress, inhibit, hinder, barricade, impede, undermine, constrain, preclude, overthrow, vanquish, disconcert, override, dam, forbid the banns, upset, stand in the way of, baffle, discountenance, confound, debar, contravene, overturn, r |
halt the decline in house sparrows by building the bird nesting box below.
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breakthrough
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The definition of a breakthrough is overcoming something and having an achievement.
noun discovery, finding, invention; see discovery 2. |
It seems hard to believe that only 25 years ago the birth of louise brown heralded this breakthrough in medical science.
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credence
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The definition of credence is the probability or chance that something is true, or to the belief that something is true.
noun confidence, belief, faith, reliance; see belief 1, faith 1. See syn. study at belief. |
A large plume of black smoke lends some credence to her story.
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irrefutable
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The definition of irrefutable is something that is impossible to prove wrong, or that cannot be denied.
modified evident, final, proven, undeniable; see accurate 1, certain 3, conclusive, obvious 2. Related Forms: irrefutability noun irrefutably adverb |
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disrepute
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noun
lack or loss of repute; bad reputation; disgrace; disfavor noun dishonor, disfavor, infamy; see disgrace 1. |
disrepute with a public increasingly alienated from the democratic process.
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dubious
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The definition of dubious is something that is unlikely to be true.
modified Doubtful hesitant, skeptical, indecisive; see doubtful 2, suspicious 1. Vague ambiguous, indefinite, unclear; see doubtful 1, obscure 1, questionable 1. Arousing suspicion questionable, suspect, shady*; see questionable 2, suspicious 2. See syn. study at doubtful. dubiously adverb dubiousness noun |
dubious about the idea.
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acceptance
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Acceptance means agreeing to receive something or the act of receiving it.
noun The act of accepting reception, taking, receiving; see receipt 1. An expression of acceptance recognition, assent, approval; see agreement 3, permission. |
acceptance of these terms of business does not affect your normal legal rights.
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convincing
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adjective
causing one to feel sure or to believe or agree; persuading as by evidence; cogent Related Forms: con·vincˈing·ly adverb con·vincˈing·ness noun modified Persuasive impressive, swaying, moving, cogent; see persuasive. Believable trustworthy, valid, reliable, credible, acceptable, reasonable, creditable, plausible, probable, likely, presumable, possible, dependable, hopeful, worthy of confidence, to be depended on; see also reliable 2. See syn. study at valid. |
The music reaches another level suddenly and the vocalist spits out lyrics and sounds utterly convincing.
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misinterpret
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Misinterpret is defined as to incorrectly describe or understand something.
Related Forms: misinterpretation noun misinterpreter noun verb misconstrue, garble, misrepresent, falsify, distort, miscalculate; see also mistake, misunderstand. |
misinterpret a situation because there are many ambiguous words in the english language.
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misleading
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adjective
Tending to mislead; deceptive. Related Forms: mis·leadˈing·ly adverb adjective Tending to lead one into error: deceptive, delusive, delusory, fallacious, illusive, illusory. See honest, real |
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anticipate
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The definition of anticipate is to think and/or talk ahead about what may happen, and either take action beforehand to handle the situation or be ready to respond when the time occurs.
Related Forms: anticipatable adjective anticipator noun verb To foresee expect, foresee, look foward to, predict, forecast, prophesy, prognosticate, hope for, look for, look ahead, wait for, count on, plan on, contemplate, have a hunch, bargain for, hold in view, have in prospect, assume, suppose, divine, conjecture, promise oneself, lean upon, entertain the hope, await, surmise, have a presentiment of, reckon on, envision, look into the future, intuit, feel in one's bones*, have a funny feeling*, champ at the bit*, hold one's breath*. ANTONYMS fear*, be surprised, be caught unawares. To forestall prepare for, provide against, forestall, delay, hold back, preclude, hinder To foretaste experience beforehand, have a taste of, look forward to, have an introduction to |
anticipate objections and counter-arguments.
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predictable
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The definition of predictable is a person for whom it is easy to anticipate actions, or something that is easy to foresee or anticipate what it will do.
modified anticipated, foreseen, prepared for; see expected 2, likely 1. |
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foresee
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To foresee is defined as to anticipate something, predict something or realize something before it occurs.
verb predict, envision, divine; see anticipate 1, foretell. Related Forms: foreseeable adjective foreseer noun |
foresee eventualities and likely outcomes, and to be ready for them.
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ironic
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modified
Said of events, works, statements, and the like ironical, paradoxical, contradictory, incongruous, satiric, satirical, wry, sardonic, sarcastic, mocking, humorous, facetious, tongue-in-cheek, ambiguous, double-edged, equivocal, nonliteral, subtle, dry, unexpected, implausible, ridiculous, exaggerated, twisted, critical, cynical, sneering, chaffing, derisive, caustic, biting, cutting, trenchant, incisive, mordant, scathing, pungent, bitter, spicy, acrid, jibing, disparaging, uncomplimentary, backbiting; see also sense 2, facetious, sarcastic. Said especially of people sarcastic, sardonic, satirical, quick-witted, witty, clever, sharp, keen, quip-making, cynical, contemptuous, scornful, irreverent; see also sense 1, facetious, witty. See syn. study at sarcastic. The definition of ironic is something that is exactly the opposite of what is meant or expected to happen. Related Forms: ironically adverb |
ironic that the retarded man should be taken into the confidence of these supposedly normal characters.
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endorse
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Endorse is defined as to give your approval to someone or something or to authorize the payment of a document by signing with one's signature.
verb To inscribe one's name sign, put one's signature on, countersign, underwrite, sign one's name on, inscribe one's signature, subscribe, superscribe, authorize, notarize, validate, legalize, initial, pay over, make over, put the seal to, say amen to, sign on the dotted line, autograph a check*, put one's John Hancock on*. To indicate one's active support of approve, confirm, sanction, ratify, sponsor, back, guarantee, underwrite, support, lend one's name to, stand up for, stand behind, vouch for, uphold, recommend, commend, praise, defend, champion, give one's word for, OK, back up, get behind*, go to bat for*; see also approve 1. ANTONYMS censure*, condemn, denounce. See syn. study at approve.approve. Related Forms: endorsable adjective endorser noun |
endorse the conclusion that the new streamlined career structure has at the very least proved challenging in the secondary sector.
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spellbinding
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to hold by or as by a spell; fascinate; enchant
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ignore
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Ignore is defined as to deliberately disregard, or to avoid noticing.
Related Forms: ignorer noun verb disregard, overlook, pass over, snub; see disregard, neglect 1, ostracize, scorn 2. See syn. study at neglect. |
ignore the fact that light didn't just start shining.
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liquefy
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to make or become liquid
Origin: Fr liquefier < L liquefacere: see liquid & -fy Related Forms: liquefiable adjective liquefier noun verb melt, deliquesce, condense, flux; see dissolve 1, melt 1. See syn. study at melt. |
liquefy a gas at the critical temperature is called the critical pressure.
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founder
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To founder is defined as to fall or fail.
verb sink, collapse, bog down, miscarry; see break down 3, fail 1, sink 1. noun originator, patron, prime mover; see ancestor, author 1. |
founders of marxism were faced with and studied.
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contaminate
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The definition of contaminate is to infect, corrupt or make impure.
Related Forms: contaminative adjective contaminator noun verb taint, pollute, defile, infect, poison, sully, spoil, corrupt, adulterate, dirty, soil, foul, befoul, vitiate, debase, radioactivate; see also corrupt 1, dirty. |
It has been claimed that the irish sea is the most radioactively contaminated in the world.
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backfire
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Backfire means the premature ignition of fuel in a car.
verb To explode burst, erupt, detonate; see explode 1. To go awry boomerang, recoil, rebound, ricochet, bounce back, strike back, kick back, fly back, spring back, miscarry; see also fail 1. |
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purifying
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to rid of impurities or pollution
to free from guilt, sin, or ceremonial uncleanness to free from incorrect or corrupting elements to purge (of or from) Related Forms: purification noun purificatory adjective purifier noun |
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boomerang
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a flat, curved stick that can be thrown so that it will return to a point near the thrower: it is used as a weapon by Australian Aborigines something that goes contrary to expectations and results in disadvantage or harm to the person doing or saying it verb To produce an unexpected and undesired result: backfire. See surprise |
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saturate
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Saturate is to become totally soaked or filled, or to combine two substances to their maximum combining capacity.
Related Forms: saturator noun verb soak, overfill, drench, steep; see immerse 1, soak 1. See syn. study at soak. |
saturated fats such as sunflower or olive oil rather than saturated fats such as butter.
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reciprocate
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Reciprocate is defined as to give, do or feel in the same way or degree.
Related Forms: reciprocation noun reciprocative adjective or reciprocatory reciprocator noun verb To respond in kind return, retaliate, repay, requite; see answer 3, react 1, revenge. To exchange interchange, alternate, give and take; see alternate 1, exchange 2. |
Then how do you expect brazil to not reciprocate the favor on the us imposed fee?
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pollute
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To pollute is to dirty, contaminate or corrupt something or someone.
Related Forms: polluter noun pollution noun verb contaminate, dirty, befoul, defile; see contaminate, dirty, poison. See syn. study at contaminate. |
pollute less than the current system.
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prevail
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Prevail is to be widespread or victorious.
Related Forms: pre·vailˈer noun verb predominate, preponderate, control; see command 2. |
prevailing orthodoxy that the only future for those who don't own their own homes is social housing.
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insubstantial
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adjective
not substantial; specif., not real; imaginary not solid or firm; weak or flimsy Origin: ML insubstantialis Related Forms: insubstantiality noun modified Imaginary ephemeral, illusory, intangible; see fanciful 1, imaginary, unreal. Flimsy petty, slight, frail, tenuous; see flimsy 1, poor 2, weak 2. |
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esoteric
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The definition of esoteric is something only understood by a chosen group.
Related Forms: esoterically adverb modified Imaginary ephemeral, illusory, intangible; see fanciful 1, imaginary, unreal. Flimsy petty, slight, frail, tenuous; see flimsy 1, poor 2, weak 2. |
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indignant
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The definition of indignant is feeling or showing anger because of something unjust.
modified incensed, displeased, piqued; see angry. |
Luckily, help was at hand as i could never have pulled two drenched and highly indignant ewes from the atlantic.
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conducive
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The definition of conducive is something that brings about or leads to something.
Related Forms: con·duˈcive·ness noun modified accessory, contributory, favorable, promoting; see helpful 1. |
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reality
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Reality is the quality of being real or true
noun The state of being real authenticity, factual basis, truth, actuality, realness, substantiality, existence, substance, materiality, being, presence, actual existence, entity, sensibility, corporeality, solidity, perceptibility, true being, absoluteness, tangibility, palpability, verity. Anything that is real fact, actuality, certainty, actual state of things; see fact 1, 2. in reality in fact, in truth, actually; see really 1. |
reality tv also paints our attempts to reflect reality tv also paints our attempts to reflect reality in a poor light.
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digression
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The definition of a digression is a spoken or written piece that moves away from the main topic.
Related Forms: di·gresˈsion·al adjective noun deviation, diversion, divergence, excursus, departure, tangent, aside, wandering, divagation, rambling, straying, circumlocution, parenthesis, apostrophe, going off on a tangent; see also variation 1. |
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conducive
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The definition of conducive is something that brings about or leads to something
Related Forms: conduciveness noun modified accessory, contributory, favorable, promoting; see helpful 1. |
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substantiate
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To substantiate is to prove a claim to be true or back up a claim with evidence.
Related Forms: substantiation noun substantiative adjective substantiator noun verb To prove confirm, verify, bear out; see prove, verify. To actualize reify, realize, incarnate; see complete 1. See syn. study at verify. |
substantiate what you say with real life examples.
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impugn
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The definition of impugn is to question the truthfulness or validity of a statement.
Related Forms: impugnable adjective impugnation noun impugner noun verb question, attack, challenge, call in question, contradict, gainsay, deny, assail, knock*; see also deny, doubt 1, 2. See syn. study at deny. |
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misconception
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The definition of misconception is a misunderstanding, or something perceived inaccurately.
noun misinterpretation, delusion, blunder, fault; see error 1, mistake 2, misunderstanding 1. |
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mythical
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adjective
existing only in a myth or myths: a mythical creature imaginary, fictitious, or not based on facts or scientific study mythic (sense ) Related Forms: mythically adverb modified mythological, fabricated, fictitious; see false 3, unreal. See syn. study at fictitious. |
mythical creature from all of my books is the dragon, from dragon rider
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possibility
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The definition of a possibility is something that may be true or might occur, or something that can be chosen from among a series of choices.
Dictionary Home » Dictionary Definitions » possibility possibility Listen See in ThesaurusSee in a sentence The definition of a possibility is something that may be true or might occur, or something that can be chosen from among a series of choices. (noun) If there is a 50-50 chance that you might attend a party, this is an example of a possibility you will attend. When you have a red dress to wear or a green dress to wear, the green dress is an example of a possibility you may choose from. YourDictionary definition and usage example. Copyright © 2013 by LoveToKnow Corp. Ads by Google Pinched Nerve Pain? Our 30-Minute Procedure Relieves Pinched Nerve Pain, Get More Info NorthAmericanSpine.com/Pinched See possibility in Webster's New World College Dictionary noun The condition of being possible plausibility, feasibility, potentiality, likelihood; see chance 1, probability. A possible happening hazard, chance, contingency, occasion, circumstance, hope, occurrence, fortuity, hap, happening, outside chance, incident, instance; see also accident 2, event 1, opportunity 1. |
We are at present exploring the possibility of sending these by e-mail to the growing number of members online.
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erroneous
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The definition of erroneous is something that is incorrect or in error.
Related Forms: erroneously adverb modified mistaken, incorrect, inaccurate, untrue; see false 2, wrong 2. |
erroneous assumption that the earth was flat.
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delusion
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Delusion is defined as a firm belief you have that is actually not grounded in reality or truth, often occurring as a result of a mental problem.
Related Forms: delusional adjective noun An illusion phantasm, hallucination, fancy; see illusion 1. A false belief misconception, misapprehension, self-deception, fallacy; see error 1, mistake 2. See syn. study at illusion. |
Vince johnson said the investigator was suffering delusions of grandeur.
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hypothetical
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The definition of hypothetical is something that is assumed or based on theory
Related Forms: hypothetically adverb modified Supposed presupposed, suppositious, suppositional, conditional, conjectural, imagined, indeterminate, speculative, indefinite, questionable, unconfirmed, equivocal, doubtful, conjecturable, concocted, suspect, stochastic, stochastical, assumed by hypothesis, possible, uncertain, debatable, imaginary, of the nature of hypothesis, vague, theoretical, pretending, open, provisory, casual, disputable, refutable, postulational, contestable, presumptive, hypothesized, assumptive, contingent, theoretic, postulated, based on incomplete knowledge; see also assumed 1, likely 1. Antonyms proved*, demonstrated, confirmed. Characterized by hypothesis postulated, academic, philosophical; see theoretical. |
But such a supposition cannot but remain highly hypothetical
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protect
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Protect is defined as to defend or guard from danger or loss.
Related Forms: protectable adjective verb shield, guard, preserve; see defend 1, 2. Related Forms: protectable adjective |
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united
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The definition of united is joined together, acting as one or in agreement.
Related Forms: unitedly adverb modified unified, leagued, combined, affiliated, federal, confederated, confederate, integrated, amalgamated, co-operative, consolidated, concordant, concerted, congruent, associated, assembled, linked, banded, in partnership; see also joined, organized. Antonyms separated*, distinct, individual. |
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mollify
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To mollify is to pacify someone or to make something less severe.
Related Forms: mollification noun mollifier noun verb To quiet one who is angry soothe, appease, calm; see pacify 1, quiet 1. To lessen ameliorate, alleviate, diminish; see decrease 2. See syn. study at pacify. |
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flotsam
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noun
the wreckage of a ship or its cargo floating at sea odds and ends unemployed people who drift from place to place noun debris, floating wreckage, refuse, flotsam and jetsam; see trash 1, wreckage. |
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reconnaissance
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Reconnaissance is preliminary research or a preliminary survey such as checking out the lay-of-the-land before taking a military action.
noun observation, survey, reconnoitering, surveillance; see examination 1. |
The armored cavalry regiment is of adequate size to conduct a reconnaissance in force.
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decimation
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Obsolete to select by lot and kill every tenth one of
to destroy or kill a large part of: famine decimated the population Obsolete to take a tenth part of; tithe Origin: < L decimatus, pp. of decimare < decem, ten Related Forms: decimation noun decimator noun |
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raiment
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Raiment is clothing.
noun attire, garments, clothing; see clothes. |
What are the nakedness and the vesture, the shining raiment, the priestly insignia, the girdles?
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sustenance
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Sustenance is nourishment or support.
noun nourishment, food, nutrition; see aid 1, subsistence 1, 2. |
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disposition
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Disposition is defined as an arrangement of people or things or putting something in order.
Related Forms: dispositional adjective noun Arrangement placement, distribution, settlement; see disposal 1, 2, order 3, organization 1. Temperament character, nature, temper; see character 2, inclination 1, mood 1, temperament. See syn. study at temperament. |
He was of a very quiet and retiring disposition and highly respected.
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cantankerous
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The definition of cantankerous is someone who is bad tempered, grumpy or looking for an argument.
Related Forms: cantankerously adverb cantankerousness noun modified peevish, quarrelsome, grouchy; see critical 2, irritable, mean 3, obstinate. |
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anatomy
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The study of the structure of the human leg is an example of a study in the field of anatomy.
noun The study of living organisms, especially of the body medicine, biology, zoology, histology, cytology, embryology, comparative anatomy, morphology, physiology, zootomy, genetics, etiology, ontogeny, morphography. The body or its structure bone structure, frame, physique, body, physical structure, skeleton, form, figure, shape, build, carcass*, bone house*, body beautiful*, chassis*. The act of dividing or separating for examination dissection, analysis, diagnosis; see division 1. |
anatomy of the knee the knee joint is made up of three bones.
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churlish
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The definition of churlish is a rude, selfish or mean person.
Related Forms: churlishly adverb churlishness noun modified surly, boorish, ungracious, base; see rude 1, 2, vulgar 1 |
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outlook
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Outlook is a point of view, how things are looking for the future, somewhere that offers a nice view or the view from such a place.
noun Point of view scope, vision, standpoint; see viewpoint. Apparent future probability, prospect, likelihood, possibility, expectation, chances, opportunity, promise, appearances, probable future, openings, normal course of events, probabilities, risk, mathematical chances, law of averages; see also forecast. |
Located on the edge of the village, the old school enjoys a pleasant outlook to the front across open farmland.
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benevolent
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The definition of benevolent is enjoying helping others or someone whose primary characteristic is being warm or friendly.
Related Forms: benevolently adverb modified kind, generous, altruistic, helpful; see kind. See syn. study at kind. |
benevolent despot, a human queen of the cat realm.
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personality
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Personality is the combination of qualities and characteristics of a person.
modified kind, generous, altruistic, helpful; see kind. See syn. study at kind. |
I for one did not actually expect to find the tower of london infiltrated by anyone, however benevolent; the notion seemed far-fetched.
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laconic
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The definition of laconic refers to someone who doesn't talk a lot or uses very few words.
Related Forms: laconically adverb modified concise, brief, uncommunicative; see concise, short 2, taciturn, terse. See syn. study at concise. |
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stature
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Stature is the height of a person, animal or thing or the level achieved by a person.
noun development, growth, tallness; see height 1, size 2. See syn. study at height. |
A striking feature of our trajectory over the last 5 years is the growing stature of our third research cluster.
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robust
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The definition of robust is a strong and healthy person or animal, something rich and full of flavor or an activity that requires someone strong and healthy to complete.
modified Healthy hale, hearty, sound; see healthy 1. Strong sturdy, muscular, hardy; see strong 1. |
robust appraisal framework in the longer term.
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mercurial
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Someone who can get mad in the blink of an eye is an example of someone who would be described asmercurial.
Related Forms: mercurially adverb mercurialness noun modified variable, fluctuating, inconstant; see changeable 1, 2, irregular 1. |
robust appraisal framework in the longer term.
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corrosive
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The definition of corrosive is something that causes the deterioration or eating away of metal.
Related Forms: corrosively adverb corrosiveness noun modified Corroding eroding, strongly acid, caustic; see acid 2, destructive 2. Sarcastic caustic, incisive, biting; see sarcastic. |
robust enough to withstand the extreme forces experienced during compaction or cement curing processes.
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disingenuous
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The definition of disingenuous is insincere, deceptive or misleading.
modified insincere, uncandid, deceitful, calculating; see dishonest 1, hypocritical, sly 1. Related Forms: disingenuously adverb disingenuousness noun |
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implacable
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The definition of implacable is someone or something who cannot be calmed or made less angry.
Related Forms: implacability noun implacably adverb modified inexorable, unyielding, inflexible, remorseless; see cruel 2, ruthless 1, 2, vindictive. See syn. study at inflexible. |
implacable hatred of the united states of america.
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phlegmatic
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The definition of phlegmatic is not easily excited.
Related Forms: phlegmatically adverb modified apathetic, impassive, tiresome, cold; see dull 4, indifferent 1. See syn. study at impassive. |
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ensure
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Ensure is defined as to make something certain or safe.
verb guarantee, secure, assure, warrant; see guarantee 1. |
ensures consistency in the delivery of our service.
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belittle
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The definition of belittle means to speak about someone or something in a way to make it seem less important.
Related Forms: belittlement noun belittler noun verb lower, disparage, decry, deprecate, depreciate; see also depreciate 2. See syn. study at depreciate. |
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eliminate
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Eliminate is defined as to take out or leave out.
To remove take out, get rid of, leave out, omit, dispose of, dispense with, do away with, wipe out, clean out, throw out, weed out, stamp out, cut out, crop out, phase out, drive out, cast out, root out, winnow out, put aside, set aside, exclude, rule out, remove from consideration, remove from competition, drop from competition, reject, eject, cast off, defeat, disqualify, oust, evict, shut the door on, clear away, cancel, eradicate, erase, expel, discharge, dislodge, put out of doors, reduce, disentitle, forfeit, invalidate, abolish, repeal, abrogate, exterminate, annihilate, kill, murder, waive, throw overboard, be done with, relinquish, relegate, discard, dismiss, drop, blot out, elide, obliterate, discount, exile, banish, deport, expatriate, maroon, blackball, ostracize, fire, dump*, ditch*, scrap*, bounce*, sack*, eighty-six*, clear the decks*. Antonyms accept, include*, welcome. To remove waste matter discharge, throw off, pass; see excrete. See syn. study at exclude. |
eliminate sex discrimination in 21st century britain.
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defend
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Defend is defined as to stand up for, protect or guard.
Related Forms: defendable adjective defender noun To keep off an enemy; often used figuratively protect, shield, guard, shelter, screen, resist, beat off, avert, fight for, To provide general protection safeguard, secure, maintain, uphold, To support an accused person or thing plead, justify, bear one out, uphold, support, second, exonerate, back, back up, vindicate, advocate, aid, espouse the cause of, befriend, say in defense, |
defending champion ron jones from wales found himself in a slightly strange situation.
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amateurish
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like an amateur; inexpert; unskillful
Related Forms: amateurishly adverb amateurishness noun modified crude, unskilled, unprofessional, bush-league*; see incompetent. |
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professional
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Professional is defined as performing a job to high standards, a school of higher education, or someone who does a specific type of work to earn a living.
Related Forms: professionally adverb modified Skillful expert, learned, adept; see able 1, trained. Well-qualified acknowledged, known, licensed; see able 2. noun expert, experienced personnel, specially trained person; see specialist. |
professionals involved in this aspect of continence care.
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lax
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The definition of lax is being relaxed or not strict.
Related Forms: laxly adverb laxness noun modified slack, remiss, soft; see careless 1, remiss, unconcerned. See syn. study at remiss. |
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harsh
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The definition of harsh is someone or something unpleasant to the senses or feelings, or someone who is crude or extremely cruel.
Related Forms: harshly adverb harshness noun modified slack, remiss, soft; see careless 1, remiss, unconcerned. See syn. study at remiss. |
Bradley is also unduly harsh on the usefulness of a chair absorption measurement method involving screens.
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selective
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An example of something selective is a college that accepts only the top candidates.
Related Forms: selectively adverb selectiveness noun modified discriminating, scrupulous, particular; see careful, judicious. |
selective about the evil regimes we wish to overthrow and the people we want to help, dont you think?
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inclusive
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The definition of inclusive is something that does not leave any part or group out.
Related Forms: inclusively adverb inclusiveness noun modified including, all together, from beginning to end, in toto; see comprehensive, general 1, including, whole 1. |
If web sites are to become socially inclusive, all users must be able to enjoy shared experiences.
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judgmental
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The definition of judgmental is involved in using or making decisions, or making comments or observations about the moral importance of something.
Related Forms: judg·menˈtal·ly adverb adjective Based on individual judgment or discretion: arbitrary, discretionary, personal, subjective. See opinion, surprise |
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discriminating
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adjective
that discriminates; distinguishing able to make or see fine distinctions; discerning discriminatory Related Forms: dis·crimˈi·natˌing·ly adverb modified Discerning perspicacious, astute, discriminate; see judicious. Differentiating distinctive, distinguishing, individualizing; see characteristic. Particular selective, fastidious, finicky, choosy*; see careful. |
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sensitive
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The definition of sensitive is someone or something that responds to external forces.
Related Forms: sensitively adverb sensitiveness noun modified Tender delicate, sore, raw, painful; see tender 6. Touchy high-strung, tense, nervous; see irritable, unstable 2. Sensory sentient, impressionable, sensible, perceptive, susceptible, receptive, psychic, sensorial, sensatory, tuned in*, soulful*, turned on to*; see also sympathetic. Responsive fine, delicate, fine-tuned, readily affected. |
The project took place at an environmentally sensitive location, with all run-off water quickly entering local rivers.
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insightful
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The definition of insightful is someone or something that is very perceptive or that shows a deep understanding.
Related Forms: insightfully adverb |
insightful social commentary about young people's views about the world around them.
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verbose
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Verbose is defined as a person who uses way too many words, or who talks a lot.
Related Forms: verbosely adverb verbosity noun or verboseness modified wordy, prolix, tedious, tautologous, redundant, repetitious, circumlocutory, repetitive, periphrastic, abounding in tautology, |
Thus a positive argument has the effect of making the program more verbose.
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mundane
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The definition of mundane is someone or something that is typical or ordinary.
Related Forms: mundanely adverb mundanity noun pl. mundanities modified worldly, earthly, normal, ordinary; see worldly 1. See syn. study at earthly |
But i prefer today to do something altogether more mundane with you, you might even consider it banal.
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concise
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The definition of concise is expressing briefly and clearly.
Related Forms: concisely adverb conciseness noun modified succinct, brief, condensed, terse, pithy, laconic, compact, compressed, condensed, tight, compendious, cogent, pointed, to the point, economical, short and sweet*; see also short 2, terse. |
Clear language and the liberal use of bullets keep information concise and easy to find.
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elaborate
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The definition of elaborate is done with great or numerous details.
Related Forms: elaborately adverb elaborateness noun elaboration noun elaborative adjective elaborator noun modified Ornamented ornate, gaudy, decorated, garnished, showy, ostentatious, imposing, intricate, fussy, dressy, fancy, elegant, embellished, extravagant, refined, beautified, festooned, spangled, flowery, bedecked, flashy, baroque, rococo; see also ornate 1. Antonyms plain, ordinary, austere. Detailed complicated, extensive, laborious, minute, widely developed, |
elaborated upon for specific countries, showing the transition between 2000 and 2010.
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comprehensive
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The definition of comprehensive is covered widely or understood fully.
Related Forms: comprehensively adverb comprehensiveness noun modified inclusive, extensive, exhaustive, broad, wide, compendious, synoptic, sweeping, widespread, far-reaching, comprising, containing, all-embracing, all-inclusive, complete, thorough, discursive, encyclopedic, full, general, expansive, overall, blanket, umbrella; see also absolute 1, general 1, large 1, 2, whole 1. |
Founded in 1913 as a girls ' grammar school, it became a mixed comprehensive in 1972.
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edifying
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Variant of edify
transitive verb edified, edifying to instruct in such a way as to improve, enlighten, or uplift morally, spiritually, or intellectually Archaic to build; establish Related Forms: edifier noun adjective Promoting culture: civilizing, cultural, enlightening, humanizing, refining. See culture Serving to educate or inform: educational, educative, enlightening, illuminative, informative, instructional, instructive. See teach |
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succinct
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The definition of succinct is getting to the point in just a few words.
Related Forms: succinctly adverb succinctness noun modified concise, brief, crisp, pithy; see concise, short 2, terse. See syn. study at concise. |
succinct in the information you provide and keep the submission as brief as possible.
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enlightening
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adjective
Promoting culture: civilizing, cultural, edifying, humanizing, refining. See culture Serving to educate or inform: edifying, educational, educative, illuminative, informative, instructional, instructive. See teach |
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provocative
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The definition of provocative is something exciting, stimulating or erotic.
modified alluring, arousing, intriguing; see interesting, stimulating. |
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technical
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The definition of technical is something having to do with an industrial or mechanical art or an applied science.
Related Forms: technically adverb modified specialized, special, scientific, professional, scholarly, mechanical, methodological, restricted, abstruse, highly versed, technological, industrial. |
O kay, this gets a bit technical, but japanese and american tv refresh at 60 frames-per-second.
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aggregation
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Aggregation is defined as the act of accumulating things or individuals.
noun collection, aggregate, gathering; see all 1, collection 2, whole. |
Propofol inhibits platelet aggregation which could reduce the risk of thrombosis.
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inclination
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Inclination is defined as a tendency towards something, such as a behavior or a habit.
Related Forms: inclinational adjective Listen See in DictionarySee in a sentence noun A tendency bent, bias, propensity, predilection, partiality, penchant, proclivity, leaning, predisposition, attachment, capability, capacity, proneness, aptness, fondness, disposition, liking, preference, movement, susceptibility, weakness, drift, trend, turn, slant, impulse, attraction, affection, affinity, desire, temperament, whim, idiosyncrasy, urge, persuasion. A bow bend, bending, bowing; see bow 2. A slope grade, downgrade, incline; see hill. A trend slant, direction, bent; see drift 1. A slant pitch, slope, incline, angle, ramp, declivity, bevel, acclivity, bank, lean, list, tilt; see also grade 1. |
It depends on someone's accumulated inclinations how deeply he will consider what he hears.
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