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discard
[v./a./n.] |
· Definition:
To discard is defined as to get rid of something or throw something away. · Related Word Forms: — dis·card·able adjective — dis·card·er noun · Synonymous: dispose of, throw out, expel |
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neutral
[a./n.] |
· Definition:
The definition of neutral is not taking part in a fight or war or having very little color. · Related Word Forms: — neu·tral·ly adverb — neu·tral·ness noun · Synonymous: noncombatant, noncombative/unbiased, open-minded |
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cacophonous
[a.] |
· Definition:
The definition of cacophonus is having a harsh or annoying sound. · Related Word Forms: — ca·coph·o·nous·ly adverb · Synonymous: ill-sounding, dissonant, discordant |
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obliterate
[v.] |
· Definition:
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 Word Forms: — oblit·er·a·tion noun — oblit·er·a·tor noun · Synonymous: liquidate, annihilate/erase, delete |
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liberating
[v.] |
· Definition:
The definition of liberate is to free or emancipate someone or something, or to steal something. · Related Word Forms: — lib·er·a·tor noun — lib·er·a·to·ry adjective · Synonymous: set free, loose//extract, separate |
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syncopated
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· Definition:
transitive verb syncopated, syncopating to shorten (a word) by syncope MUSIC 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 to use such shifted accents in (a musical composition, passage, rhythmic pattern, etc.) · Related Word Forms: — syn·co·pa·tor noun · Synonymous: shorten, slide, contract |
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funerary
[a.] |
· Definition:
of or having to do with burial · Related Word Forms: funereal funereally · Synonymous:\ |
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repressive
[a.] |
· Definition:
transitive verb 1 a : to check by or as if by pressure : curb <injustice was repressed> b : to put down by force : subdue <repress a disturbance> 2 a : to hold in by self-control <repressed a laugh> b : to prevent the natural or normal expression, activity, or development of <repressed her anger> 3 : to exclude from consciousness <repressed the memory of abuse> 4 : to inactivate (a gene or formation of a gene product) by allosteric combination at a DNA binding site · Related Word Forms: — re·press·ibil·i·ty noun — re·press·ible adjective — re·pres·sive adjective — re·pres·sive·ly adverb — re·pres·sive·ness noun · Synonymous: subdue, suppress |
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harmonic
[a./n.] |
· Definition:
adjective harmonious in feeling or effect; agreeing MATH. designating or of a harmonic progression MUSIC of or pertaining to harmony rather than to melody or rhythm of or pertaining to a harmonic · Related Word Forms: — har·mon·i·cal·ly adverb · Synonymous: consonant, tuneful, symphonious |
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recollect
[v.] |
· Definition:
Recollect is defined as to remember or think of something forgotten. · Related Word Forms: re-collect recollected recollection recollective recollectively recollectiveness · Synonymous: recall, bring to mind, look back on |
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totalitarian
[a./n.] |
· Definition:
Totalitarian means relating to a government where the ruler or ruling group has complete control. · Related Word Forms: totalitarianism totalitarianize · Synonymous: fascistic, despotic, dictatorial |
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collaborative
[a.] |
· Definition:
The definition of collaborate means to work together. · Related Word Forms: — col·lab·o·ra·tion noun — col·lab·o·ra·tive adjective or noun — col·lab·o·ra·tive·ly adverb — col·lab·o·ra·tor noun · Synonymous: cooperative, synergetic |
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conceal
[v.] |
· Definition:
The definition of conceal means to keep something hidden or secret. · Related Word Forms: — con·ceal·able adjective — con·ceal·ing·ly adverb — con·ceal·ment noun · Synonymous: hide, screen, secrete, cover |
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absolutist
[n.] |
· Definition:
noun the doctrine or system of government under which the ruler has unlimited powers; despotism the quality of being absolute PHILOS. any doctrine involving the existence of some metaphysical or axiological principle that is absolute, or not relative · Related Word Forms: — ab·so·lut·ist noun or adjective — ab·so·lu·tis·tic adjective · Synonymous: |
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mellifluous
[a.] |
· Definition:
The definition of mellifluous is something musical, melodious or pleasant to hear. · Related Word Forms: — mel·lif·lu·ous·ly adverb — mel·lif·lu·ous·ness noun · Synonymous: resonant, smooth, liquid |
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scrutinize
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· Definition:
To scrutinize is to look at something very closely or very carefully. · Related Word Forms: — scru·ti·niz·er noun · Synonymous: view, study, pore over, stare |
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scandalous
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· Definition:
The definition of scandalous is a morally shocking or indecent person, thing or action, or something that hurts a person's reputation. · Related Word Forms: — scan·dal·ous·ly adverb — scan·dal·ous·ness noun · Synonymous: disgraceful, infamous, disreputable |
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erratic
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· Definition:
· Related Word Forms: — er·rat·i·cal adjective — er·rat·i·cal·ly adverb — er·rat·i·cism noun · Synonymous: eccentric, *****/inconsistent, unpredictable |
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decipher
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· Definition:
To decipher is defined as to decode or work out a hidden meaning. · Related Word Forms: — de·ci·pher·able adjective — de·ci·pher·er noun — de·ci·pher·ment noun · Synonymous: decode, interpret, read |
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compromise
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· Definition:
The definition of a compromise is when two sides give up some demands to meet somewhere in the middle. · Related Word Forms: — com·pro·mis·er noun · Synonymous: settle, conciliate/jeopardize, hazard |
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informal
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· Definition:
The definition of informal is something or someone who is casual or relaxed. · Related Word Forms: — in·for·mal·i·ty noun — in·for·mal·ly adverb · Synonymous: casual, natural |
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deterrent
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· Definition:
The definition of deterrent is acting to stop or prevent. · Related Word Forms: — deterrent noun — de·ter·rent·ly adverb · Synonymous: hindrance, impediment |
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imagine
[v.] |
· Definition:
To imagine is defined as to make a guess at or make a mental image of something. · Related Word Forms: imag·inedimag·in·ing · Synonymous: conceive, picture |
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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. · Related Word Forms: — id·i·o·syn·crat·ic adjective — id·i·o·syn·crat·i·cal·ly adverb · Synonymous: peculiar, distinctive, personal |
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launch
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· Definition:
To launch is defined as to set something in motion, to start something or to forcefully throw something. · Related Word Forms: launchable launcher · Synonymous: motorboat, cabin cruiser |
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worthless
[a.] |
· Definition:
The definition of worthless is having no value. · Related Word Forms: — worth·less·ly adverb — worth·less·ness noun · Synonymous: profitless, counterproductive |
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preventative
[a.] |
· Definition:
The definition of preventive is something done to try to prevent an illness or undesirable outcome. · Related Word Forms: prevent preventability preventable · Synonymous: safeguard, remedy |
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panacea
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· Definition:
The definition of a panacea is a remedy that says it will cure all illness and difficulties. · Related Word Forms: — pan·a·ce·an adjective · Synonymous: relief, elixir, cure |
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superiority
[n.] |
· Definition:
Superiority is the state of being greater or better than something or someone else. · Related Word Forms: su·pe·ri·or·i·ties · Synonymous: supremacy, preponderance |
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regress
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· Definition:
Regress means to go back to a worse or less developed state. · Related Word Forms: — re·gres·sor noun · Synonymous: backslide, relapse, revert |
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overcome
[v.] |
· Definition:
To overcome is to prevail in spite of adversity, to successfully solve a problem or defeat an opponent, or to be consumed with something. · Related Word Forms: — over·com·er noun · Synonymous: conquered, overwhelmed/apprehended, appropriated |
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embrace
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· Definition:
The definition of embrace is to hug, eagerly accept, or to be serious about starting something new. · Related Word Forms: — embrace·able adjective — em·brace·ment noun — em·brac·er noun — em·brac·ing·ly adverb · Synonymous: hug, enfold/espouse, welcome |
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catastrophic
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· Definition:
The definition of catastrophic is something that is extremely harmful or that causes great damage or change. · Related Word Forms: — cat·a·stroph·ic adjective — cat·a·stroph·i·cal·ly adverb · Synonymous: calamitous, cataclysmal, cataclysmic |
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barrier
[n./v.] |
· Definition:
The definition of a barrier is anything, either natural or manmade, that keeps something from passing through. · Related Word Forms:\ · Synonymous: bar, obstruction, difficulty |
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insecurity
[n.] |
· Definition:
adjective not secure; specif., not safe from danger not confident; filled with anxieties; apprehensive not firm or dependable; unreliable · Related Word Forms: — in·se·cure·ly adverb — in·se·cure·ness noun — in·se·cu·ri·ty noun · Synonymous: vacillation, self-doubt/precariousness, instability |
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unforeseen
[a.] |
· Definition:
Not felt or realized beforehand; unexpected: unforeseen difficulties. · Related Word Forms:\ · Synonymous: surprising, abrupt |
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awaken
[v.] |
· Definition:
to awake; wake up; rouse · Related Word Forms: — awak·en·er noun · Synonymous: awake, rouse |
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dispel
[v.] |
· Definition:
To dispel is defined as to drive away or make disappear. · Related Word Forms: dis·pelleddis·pel·ling · Synonymous: scatter, disperse, dissipate |
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moderate
[a./v.] |
· Definition:
The definition of moderate is something that is average, mild or within reasonable limits. · Related Word Forms: — mod·er·ate·ly adverb — mod·er·ate·ness noun · Synonymous: abate, modify/check, curb |
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catalyst
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· Definition:
Catalyst is defined as a substance that speeds up the rate of a chemical reaction. · Related Word Forms: · Synonymous: enzyme, reactant |
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inferiority
[n.] |
· Definition:
The definition of inferior is someone or something that is not very good, that is not as good as something else, or that is of lower quality. · Related Word Forms: — inferior noun — in·fe·ri·or·i·ty noun — in·fe·ri·or·ly adverb · Synonymous: deficiency, mediocrity |
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arrangement
[n.] |
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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. · Related Word Forms: arrange arranged arrangement arranger arranging · Synonymous: ordering, grouping/method, system |
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stirred
[v.] |
· Definition:
Stir is defined as to slowly mix something in order to blend it or to suddenly put a body in motion. · Related Word Forms: — stir·rer noun · Synonymous: agitation, tumult |
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fathom
[n./v.] |
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Fathom is defined as to understand completely, or to measure the depth of something. · Related Word Forms: — fath·om·able adjective · Synonymous: interpret, comprehend |
the pilot had to continually fathom the river, which drought conditions had lowered to unprecedented levels
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devoid
[a.] |
· Definition:
The definition of devoid is lacking or without. · Related Word Forms:\ · Synonymous: void, destitute of |
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provocation
[n.] |
· Definition:
Provocation is defined as something that gets someone to act, especially out of irritation. · Related Word Forms: provocateur provocation provocative provocatively provocativeness provocatory provoke provoked provoker provoking · Synonymous: incitement, stimulus, inducement |
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levity
[n.] |
· Definition:
The definition of levity is silly or light speech or behavior, usually at an inappropriate time. · Related Word Forms: · Synonymous: flippancy, high spirits |
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disparage
[v.] |
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Disparage is defined as to belittle or discredit someone or something. · Related Word Forms: — dis·par·age·ment noun — dis·par·ag·er noun — dis·par·ag·ing adjective — dis·par·ag·ing·ly adverb · Synonymous: depreciate, deprecate |
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mitigate
[v.] |
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Mitigate is defined as to make something less severe, less harsh or less painful. · Related Word Forms: — mit·i·ga·tion noun — mit·i·ga·tive adjective — mit·i·ga·tor noun — mit·i·ga·to·ry adjective · Synonymous: alleviate, lessen, moderate |
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haughty
[a.] |
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The definition of haughty is an arrogant person. · Related Word Forms: — haugh·ti·ly adverb — haugh·ti·ness noun · Synonymous: arrogant, disdainful, proud |
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attitude
[n.] |
· Definition:
The definition of an attitude is a way of feeling or acting toward a person, thing or situation. · Related Word Forms:\ · Synonymous: pose, posture/mood, opinion |
attitude master everything
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invaluable
[a.] |
· Definition:
The definition of invaluable is priceless or having value too great to measure. · Related Word Forms: — in·valu·able·ness noun — in·valu·ably adverb · Synonymous: priceless, valuable, precious |
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impudent
[a.] |
· Definition:
The definition of impudent is someone who is offensively bold. · Related Word Forms: — im·pu·dent·ly adverb · Synonymous: forward, insolent, impertinent |
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consist
[v.] |
· Definition:
To consist is defined as to be made up of. · Related Word Forms: consistence consistencies consistency consistent · Synonymous: dwell, exist/accord, agree, check |
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imperative
[a./n.] |
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The definition of imperative is something that has authority or is absolutely necessary. · Related Word Forms: — im·per·a·tive·ly adverb — im·per·a·tive·ness noun · Synonymous: inescapable, immediate/masterful, commanding |
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irresolute
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The definition of irresolute is uncertain or showing signs of indecision. · Related Word Forms: — ir·res·o·lute·ly adverb — ir·res·o·lute·ness noun — ir·res·o·lu·tion noun · Synonymous: indecisive, undecided, wavering |
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bargain
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· Definition:
A bargain is defined as something that you buy that costs less than it normally does. · Related Word Forms:\ · Synonymous: barter, do business/haggle, dicker |
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indistinguishable
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· Definition:
· Related Word Forms: — in·dis·tin·guish·abil·i·ty noun — in·dis·tin·guish·able·ness noun — in·dis·tin·guish·ably adverb · Synonymous: alike, same, twin/vague, invisible |
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insolent
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Insolent is defined as disrespectful or arrogant. · Related Word Forms: — insolent noun — in·so·lent·ly adverb · Synonymous: impertinent, impudent, offensive |
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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 Word Forms: — wor·thi·ly adverb — wor·thi·ness noun · Synonymous: good, true, honest |
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bereft
[a./v.] |
· Definition:
The definition of bereft is someone who is without something. · Related Word Forms:\ · Synonymous: bereaved, deprived |
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presumptuous
[a./adv./n.] |
· Definition:
The definition of presumptuous is taking things for granted or being overconfident. · Related Word Forms: — pre·sump·tu·ous·ly adverb — pre·sump·tu·ous·ness noun · Synonymous: arrogant, insolent, bold |
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misfortune
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Misfortune is bad luck or a distressing occurrence. · Related Word Forms: misfortunate misfortunately misfortune misfortuned misfunction · Synonymous: trouble, hardship/mishap, calamity |
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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 Word Forms: miscreancy · Synonymous: wretch, villain |
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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 Word Forms: — ar·ro·gant·ly adverb · Synonymous: domineering, overbearing |
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trusting
[a./v.] |
· Definition:
believing · Related Word Forms: — trust·abil·i·ty noun — trust·able adjective — trust·er noun — trust·ing·ly adverb — trust·ing·ness noun · Synonymous: trustful, credulous/in hopes, expectant |
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revisionist
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a movement in revolutionary Marxian socialism favoring an evolutionary rather than a revolutionary spirit · Related Word Forms: — re·vi·sion·ist noun or adjective · Synonymous:\ |
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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 Word Forms: — ar·tic·u·late·ly adverb — ar·tic·u·late·ness noun · Synonymous: enunciate, pronounce/fit together, combine |
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meddle
[v.] |
· Definition:
Meddle is defined as intrude in someone else's life or business. · Related Word Forms: — med·dler noun · Synonymous: intermeddle, interpose, interfere |
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anomaly
[n.] |
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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. · Related Word Forms: plural anom·a·lies · Synonymous: peculiarity, aberration, exception |
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reverential
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· Definition:
show respectful · Related Word Forms: · Synonymous: pious, devout, reverent |
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scoff
[n./v.] |
· Definition:
Scoff is defined as to mock or to scorn. · Related Word Forms: — scoff·er noun · Synmock, deride, jeerous: |
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pacifist
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opposition to the use of force under any circumstances; specif., refusal for reasons of conscience to participate in war or any military action · Related Word Forms: — pac·i·fis·ti·cal·ly adverb · Synonymous: passive resister |
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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 Word Forms: — con·temp·tu·ous·ly adverb — con·temp·tu·ous·ness noun · Synonymous: disdainful, derisive |
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temporize
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intransitive verb temporized, temporizing to suit one's actions to the time, occasion, or circumstances, without reference to principle to give temporary compliance or agreement, evade immediate decision, etc., so as to gain time or avoid argument to parley or deal (with a person, etc.) so as to gain time to effect a compromise (with a person, etc., or between persons or parties); negotiate · Related Word Forms: — tem·po·ri·za·tion noun — tem·po·riz·er noun · Synonymous: hedge, stall, balk |
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extremist
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One who advocates or resorts to measures beyond the norm, especially in politics. · Related Word Forms: — ex·trem·ist noun or adjective · Synonymous: zealot, fanatic/extreme, fanatic |
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satellite
[n./v.] |
· Definition:
· Related Word Forms: —satellite adjective · Synonymous: moon, planetoid/spy-in-the-sky/former colony |
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prolong
[v.] |
· Definition:
To prolong is to make something last longer. · Related Word Forms: — pro·lon·ga·tion noun — pro·long·er noun · Synonymous: continue, hold |
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tacit
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· Definition:
The definition of tacit is understood or implied without being openly said or shown. · Related Word Forms: — tac·it·ly adverb — tac·it·ness noun · Synonymous: implicit, assumed, unspoken |
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reversal
[n.] |
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The definition of a reversal is a change in the opposite direction, or a cancellation. · Related Word Forms: reverse · Synonymous: repudiation, repeal, turnabout |
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misbehave
[v.] |
· Definition:
To misbehave is to behave badly. · Related Word Forms:\ · Synonymous: trip, blunder |
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fervent
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· Definition:
The definition of fervent is to be extremely devoted or to have intense affection. · Related Word Forms: — fer·vent·ly adverb · Synonymous: zealous, eager, ardent |
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bifurcation
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· Definition:
The definition of bifurication means a division into two branches. · Related Word Forms: bifurcal bifurcate · Synonymous: \ |
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disrupt
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· Definition:
To disrupt is to break up or disturb something’s course. · Related Word Forms: — dis·rupt·er noun — dis·rup·tion noun — dis·rup·tive adjective — dis·rup·tive·ly adverb — dis·rup·tive·ness noun · Synonymous: interrupt, intrude/upset, disturb |
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unqualified
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Unqualified means not skilled, or unable to do something. · Related Word Forms: — un·qual·i·fied·ly adverb · Synonymous: downright, utter/inexperienced, unprepared |
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dichotomous
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adjective Divided or dividing into two parts or classifications. Characterized by dichotomy. · Related Word Forms: — di·chot·o·mous·ly adverb — di·chot·o·mous·ness noun · Synonymous: |
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sneer
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· Definition:
To sneer is to speak or make an expression that exhibits contempt or mocking. · Related Word Forms: — sneer·er noun · Synonymous: smirk, grin |
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impetuous
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· Definition:
The definition of impetuous is something that moves with a lot of force or done with little thought. · Related Word Forms: — im·pet·u·ous·ly adverb — im·pet·u·ous·ness noun · Synonymous: impulsive, hasty |
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filial
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The definition of filial is something due to a parent from a child. · Related Word Forms: — fil·ial·ly adverb · Synonymous: dutiful, affectionate, respectful |
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terminate
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Terminate is defined as to end, to bring to an end or to destroy. · Related Word Forms: ter·mi·nat·ed ter·mi·nat·ing · Synonymous: eliminate, annul |
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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 Word Forms: — re·gal·i·ty noun — re·gal·ly adverb · Synonymous: sovereign, noble |
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symbiotic
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· Definition:
live together · Related Word Forms: — sym·bi·ot·ic adjective — sym·bi·ot·i·cal·ly adverb · Synonymous:\ |
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withdraw
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· Definition:
To withdraw is defined as to remove, turn away or take back. · Related Word Forms: — with·draw·able adjective · Synonymous: depart, draw back/revoke, rescind |
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imperial
[a./n.] |
· Definition:
· Related Word Forms: — im·pe·ri·al·ly adverb · Synonymous: sovereign, supreme/regal, majestic |
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avuncular
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· Definition:
The definition of avuncular is acting in a manner similar to the way a person’s uncle would act, specifically with kindness and indulgence. · Related Word Forms: — avun·cu·lar·i·ty noun — avun·cu·lar·ly adverb · Synonymous: \ |
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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 Word Forms: — in·trud·er noun · Synonymous: meddle, interfere |
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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 Word Forms: — sim·plis·ti·cal·ly adverb · Synonymous: simple, overly simplified |
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convivial
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· Definition:
The definition of convivial is something or someone that is festive and good company. · Related Word Forms: — con·viv·i·al·i·ty noun — con·viv·ial·ly adverb · Synonymous: genial, jovial/festal, merry |
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conduct
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· Definition:
The definition of conduct means a person's behavior. · Related Word Forms: — con·duct·ibil·i·ty noun — con·duct·ible adjective · Synonymous: escort, convoy/administer, handle |
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