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" Abase /əˈbās/"" 1. Behave in a way that belittles or degrades (someone). ""I watched my colleagues abasing themselves before the board of trustees."" Synonyms : Humble, humiliate, belittle, demean, lower, degrade, disgrace, disparage, debase, cheapen, discredit, mortify, bring low, demote, reduce. " " Abase: ""I watched my colleagues abasing themselves before the board of trustees."""" 1. Behave in a way that belittles or degrades (someone). ""I watched my colleagues abasing themselves before the board of trustees."" Synonyms : Humble, humiliate, belittle, demean, lower, degrade, disgrace, disparage, debase, cheapen, discredit, mortify, bring low, demote, reduce. " " Abash /əˈbaSH/"" 1. Make (someone) feel embarrassed, disconcerted, or ashamed. ""If anything was officially done or said to him, it did not abash him."" " " Abash: ""If anything was officially done or said to him, it did not abash him."""" 1. Make (someone) feel embarrassed, disconcerted, or ashamed. ""If anything was officially done or said to him, it did not abash him."" " " Abashed /əˈbaSHt/"" 1. Embarrassed, disconcerted, or ashamed. ""Harriet looked slightly abashed."" Synonyms : Embarrassed, ashamed, shamefaced, remorseful, mortified, conscience-stricken, humiliated, humbled, taken aback, disconcerted, nonplussed, discomfited, discomposed, distressed, chagrined, perturbed, confounded, dismayed, dumbfounded, crestfallen, sheepish, red-faced, blushing, confused, put out of countenance, discountenanced, with one's tail between one's legs. " " Abashed: ""Harriet looked slightly abashed."""" 1. Embarrassed, disconcerted, or ashamed. ""Harriet looked slightly abashed."" Synonyms : Embarrassed, ashamed, shamefaced, remorseful, mortified, conscience-stricken, humiliated, humbled, taken aback, disconcerted, nonplussed, discomfited, discomposed, distressed, chagrined, perturbed, confounded, dismayed, dumbfounded, crestfallen, sheepish, red-faced, blushing, confused, put out of countenance, discountenanced, with one's tail between one's legs. " " Abate /əˈbāt/"" 1. (of something perceived as hostile, threatening, or negative) become less intense or widespread. ""The storm suddenly abated."" Synonyms : Subside, die away, die down, die out, drop away, drop off, lessen, ease, ease off, let up, decrease, diminish, moderate, decline, fade, dwindle, slacken, recede, cool off, tail off, peter out, taper off, wane, ebb, relent, desist, weaken, become weaker, come to an end. " " Abate: ""The storm suddenly abated."""" 1. (of something perceived as hostile, threatening, or negative) become less intense or widespread. ""The storm suddenly abated."" Synonyms : Subside, die away, die down, die out, drop away, drop off, lessen, ease, ease off, let up, decrease, diminish, moderate, decline, fade, dwindle, slacken, recede, cool off, tail off, peter out, taper off, wane, ebb, relent, desist, weaken, become weaker, come to an end. " " Abbess /ˈabəs/"" 1. A woman who is the head of an abbey of nuns. ""The abbess welcomed the visitors."" Synonyms : Nun, novice, abbess, prioress, mother superior, reverend mother. " " Abbey /ˈabē/"" 1. The building or buildings occupied by a community of monks or nuns. ""The abbey has been running for 400 years."" Synonyms : Monastery, convent, priory, cloister, friary, nunnery, religious house, religious community. " " Abbot /ˈabət/"" 1. A man who is the head of an abbey of monks. ""The abbot has already spoken on this topic."" " " Abbreviate /əˈbrēvēˌāt/"" 1. Shorten (a word, phrase, or text). ""The business of artists and repertory, commonly abbreviated to a&r."" Synonyms : Shorten, reduce, cut, cut down, cut short, contract, condense, compress, abridge, truncate, clip, crop, pare down, prune, shrink, constrict, telescope, curtail. " " Abbreviate: ""The business of artists and repertory, commonly abbreviated to a&r."""" 1. Shorten (a word, phrase, or text). ""The business of artists and repertory, commonly abbreviated to a&r."" Synonyms : Shorten, reduce, cut, cut down, cut short, contract, condense, compress, abridge, truncate, clip, crop, pare down, prune, shrink, constrict, telescope, curtail. " " Abdicate /ˈabdəˌkāt/"" 1. (of a monarch) renounce one's throne. ""In 1918 Kaiser Wilhelm abdicated as German Emperor."" Synonyms : Resign, retire, quit, stand down, step down, bow out, renounce the throne. 2. Fail to fulfill or undertake (a responsibility or duty). ""The government was accused of abdicating its responsibility."" Synonyms : Disown, turn down, spurn, reject, renounce, give up, avoid, refuse, abnegate, relinquish, abjure, repudiate, waive, yield, forgo, abandon, surrender, deliver up, disgorge, cast aside, drop, turn one's back on, wash one's hands of. " " Abdicate: ""In 1918 Kaiser Wilhelm abdicated as German Emperor."""" 1. (of a monarch) renounce one's throne. ""In 1918 Kaiser Wilhelm abdicated as German Emperor."" Synonyms : Resign, retire, quit, stand down, step down, bow out, renounce the throne. 2. Fail to fulfill or undertake (a responsibility or duty). ""The government was accused of abdicating its responsibility."" Synonyms : Disown, turn down, spurn, reject, renounce, give up, avoid, refuse, abnegate, relinquish, abjure, repudiate, waive, yield, forgo, abandon, surrender, deliver up, disgorge, cast aside, drop, turn one's back on, wash one's hands of. " " Abdicate: ""The government was accused of abdicating its responsibility."""" 1. (of a monarch) renounce one's throne. ""In 1918 Kaiser Wilhelm abdicated as German Emperor."" Synonyms : Resign, retire, quit, stand down, step down, bow out, renounce the throne. 2. Fail to fulfill or undertake (a responsibility or duty). ""The government was accused of abdicating its responsibility."" Synonyms : Disown, turn down, spurn, reject, renounce, give up, avoid, refuse, abnegate, relinquish, abjure, repudiate, waive, yield, forgo, abandon, surrender, deliver up, disgorge, cast aside, drop, turn one's back on, wash one's hands of. " " Abdomen /ˈabdəmən/"" 1. The part of the body of a vertebrate containing the digestive organs; the belly. in humans and other mammals, it is bounded by the diaphragm and the pelvis. ""Contact a doctor immediately if you experience a sudden, sharp pain in your abdomen."" Synonyms : Stomach, belly, gut, middle, midriff, intestines. " " Abduct /abˈdəkt/"" 1. Take (someone) away illegally by force or deception; kidnap. ""The millionaire who disappeared may have been abducted."" Synonyms : Abduct, carry off, capture, seize, snatch, hold to ransom, take as hostage, hijack. 2. (of a muscle) move (a limb or part) away from the midline of the body or from another part. ""The posterior rectus muscle, which abducts the eye."" " " Abduct: ""The millionaire who disappeared may have been abducted."""" 1. Take (someone) away illegally by force or deception; kidnap. ""The millionaire who disappeared may have been abducted."" Synonyms : Abduct, carry off, capture, seize, snatch, hold to ransom, take as hostage, hijack. 2. (of a muscle) move (a limb or part) away from the midline of the body or from another part. ""The posterior rectus muscle, which abducts the eye."" " " Abduct: ""The posterior rectus muscle, which abducts the eye."""" 1. Take (someone) away illegally by force or deception; kidnap. ""The millionaire who disappeared may have been abducted."" Synonyms : Abduct, carry off, capture, seize, snatch, hold to ransom, take as hostage, hijack. 2. (of a muscle) move (a limb or part) away from the midline of the body or from another part. ""The posterior rectus muscle, which abducts the eye."" " " Abed /əˈbed/"" 1. In bed. ""She is resting abed while recovering from her operation."" " " Aberrant /ˈabərənt/"" 1. Departing from an accepted standard. ""This somewhat aberrant behavior requires an explanation."" Synonyms : Deviant, deviating, divergent, abnormal, atypical, anomalous, digressive, irregular. " " Aberrant: ""This somewhat aberrant behavior requires an explanation."""" 1. Departing from an accepted standard. ""This somewhat aberrant behavior requires an explanation."" Synonyms : Deviant, deviating, divergent, abnormal, atypical, anomalous, digressive, irregular. " " Aberration /ˌabəˈrāSH(ə)n/"" 1. A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically one that is unwelcome. ""They described the outbreak of violence in the area as an aberration."" Synonyms : Anomaly, deviation, divergence, abnormality, irregularity, variation, digression, freak, rogue, rarity, quirk, oddity, curiosity, mistake. " " Aberration: ""They described the outbreak of violence in the area as an aberration."""" 1. A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically one that is unwelcome. ""They described the outbreak of violence in the area as an aberration."" Synonyms : Anomaly, deviation, divergence, abnormality, irregularity, variation, digression, freak, rogue, rarity, quirk, oddity, curiosity, mistake. " " Abet /əˈbet/"" 1. Encourage or assist (someone) to do something wrong, in particular, to commit a crime or other offense. ""He was not guilty of murder but was guilty of aiding and abetting others."" Synonyms : Assist, aid, help, lend a hand, support, back, encourage. " " Abet: ""He was not guilty of murder but was guilty of aiding and abetting others."""" 1. Encourage or assist (someone) to do something wrong, in particular, to commit a crime or other offense. ""He was not guilty of murder but was guilty of aiding and abetting others."" Synonyms : Assist, aid, help, lend a hand, support, back, encourage. " " Abeyance /əˈbāəns/"" 1. A state of temporary disuse or suspension. ""Matters were held in abeyance pending further inquiries."" Synonyms : Suspend, adjourn, interrupt, break off, postpone, delay, defer, shelve, arrest, put off, intermit, prorogue, hold over, put aside, pigeonhole. " " Abeyance: ""Matters were held in abeyance pending further inquiries."""" 1. A state of temporary disuse or suspension. ""Matters were held in abeyance pending further inquiries."" Synonyms : Suspend, adjourn, interrupt, break off, postpone, delay, defer, shelve, arrest, put off, intermit, prorogue, hold over, put aside, pigeonhole. " " Abhor /abˈhôr/"" 1. Regard with disgust and hatred. ""Professional tax preparers abhor a flat tax because it would dry up their business."" Synonyms : Abhor, hate, loathe, despise, abominate, execrate, regard with disgust, feel disgust for, feel repugnance towards, feel distaste for, shrink from, recoil from, shudder at, be unable to bear, be unable to abide, feel hostility to, feel aversion to, feel animosity to, find intolerable, dislike, disdain, have an aversion to. " " Abhor: ""Professional tax preparers abhor a flat tax because it would dry up their business."""" 1. Regard with disgust and hatred. ""Professional tax preparers abhor a flat tax because it would dry up their business."" Synonyms : Abhor, hate, loathe, despise, abominate, execrate, regard with disgust, feel disgust for, feel repugnance towards, feel distaste for, shrink from, recoil from, shudder at, be unable to bear, be unable to abide, feel hostility to, feel aversion to, feel animosity to, find intolerable, dislike, disdain, have an aversion to. " " Abide /əˈbīd/"" 1. Accept or act in accordance with (a rule, decision, or recommendation). ""I said I would abide by their decision."" Synonyms : Comply with, obey, observe, follow, keep to, hold to, conform to, adhere to, stick to, stand by, act in accordance with, uphold, heed, pay attention to, agree to, agree with, consent to, accede to, accept, acquiesce in, go along with, acknowledge, respect, defer to. 2. Be unable to tolerate (someone or something). ""If there is one thing I cannot abide it is a lack of discipline."" Synonyms : Tolerate, bear, stand, put up with, endure, suffer, accept, cope with, live with, brook, support, take, countenance, face, handle. 3. (of a feeling or memory) continue without fading or being lost. ""At least one memory will abide."" Synonyms : Continue, remain, survive, last, persist, stay, hold on, live on. " " Abide: ""I said I would abide by their decision."""" 1. Accept or act in accordance with (a rule, decision, or recommendation). ""I said I would abide by their decision."" Synonyms : Comply with, obey, observe, follow, keep to, hold to, conform to, adhere to, stick to, stand by, act in accordance with, uphold, heed, pay attention to, agree to, agree with, consent to, accede to, accept, acquiesce in, go along with, acknowledge, respect, defer to. 2. Be unable to tolerate (someone or something). ""If there is one thing I cannot abide it is a lack of discipline."" Synonyms : Tolerate, bear, stand, put up with, endure, suffer, accept, cope with, live with, brook, support, take, countenance, face, handle. 3. (of a feeling or memory) continue without fading or being lost. ""At least one memory will abide."" Synonyms : Continue, remain, survive, last, persist, stay, hold on, live on. " " Abide: ""If there is one thing I cannot abide it is a lack of discipline."""" 1. Accept or act in accordance with (a rule, decision, or recommendation). ""I said I would abide by their decision."" Synonyms : Comply with, obey, observe, follow, keep to, hold to, conform to, adhere to, stick to, stand by, act in accordance with, uphold, heed, pay attention to, agree to, agree with, consent to, accede to, accept, acquiesce in, go along with, acknowledge, respect, defer to. 2. Be unable to tolerate (someone or something). ""If there is one thing I cannot abide it is a lack of discipline."" Synonyms : Tolerate, bear, stand, put up with, endure, suffer, accept, cope with, live with, brook, support, take, countenance, face, handle. 3. (of a feeling or memory) continue without fading or being lost. ""At least one memory will abide."" Synonyms : Continue, remain, survive, last, persist, stay, hold on, live on. " " Abide: ""At least one memory will abide."""" 1. Accept or act in accordance with (a rule, decision, or recommendation). ""I said I would abide by their decision."" Synonyms : Comply with, obey, observe, follow, keep to, hold to, conform to, adhere to, stick to, stand by, act in accordance with, uphold, heed, pay attention to, agree to, agree with, consent to, accede to, accept, acquiesce in, go along with, acknowledge, respect, defer to. 2. Be unable to tolerate (someone or something). ""If there is one thing I cannot abide it is a lack of discipline."" Synonyms : Tolerate, bear, stand, put up with, endure, suffer, accept, cope with, live with, brook, support, take, countenance, face, handle. 3. (of a feeling or memory) continue without fading or being lost. ""At least one memory will abide."" Synonyms : Continue, remain, survive, last, persist, stay, hold on, live on. " " Abject /ˈabˌjekt/"" 1. (of something bad) experienced or present to the maximum degree. ""His letter plunged her into abject misery."" 2. (of a person or their behavior) completely without pride or dignity; self-abasing. ""An abject apology."" Synonyms : Obsequious, grovelling, crawling, creeping, fawning, toadyish, servile, cringing, snivelling, ingratiating, toadying, sycophantic, submissive, craven, humiliating. " " Abject: ""His letter plunged her into abject misery."""" 1. (of something bad) experienced or present to the maximum degree. ""His letter plunged her into abject misery."" 2. (of a person or their behavior) completely without pride or dignity; self-abasing. ""An abject apology."" Synonyms : Obsequious, grovelling, crawling, creeping, fawning, toadyish, servile, cringing, snivelling, ingratiating, toadying, sycophantic, submissive, craven, humiliating. " " Abject: ""An abject apology."""" 1. (of something bad) experienced or present to the maximum degree. ""His letter plunged her into abject misery."" 2. (of a person or their behavior) completely without pride or dignity; self-abasing. ""An abject apology."" Synonyms : Obsequious, grovelling, crawling, creeping, fawning, toadyish, servile, cringing, snivelling, ingratiating, toadying, sycophantic, submissive, craven, humiliating. " " Abjure /abˈjo͝or/"" 1. Solemnly renounce (a belief, cause, or claim). ""His refusal to abjure the catholic faith."" Synonyms : Renounce, relinquish, reject, dispense with, forgo, forswear, disavow, abandon, deny, gainsay, disclaim, repudiate, give up, spurn, abnegate, wash one's hands of, drop, do away with. " " Abjure: ""His refusal to abjure the catholic faith."""" 1. Solemnly renounce (a belief, cause, or claim). ""His refusal to abjure the catholic faith."" Synonyms : Renounce, relinquish, reject, dispense with, forgo, forswear, disavow, abandon, deny, gainsay, disclaim, repudiate, give up, spurn, abnegate, wash one's hands of, drop, do away with. " " Abnegate /ˈabnəˌɡāt/"" 1. Renounce or reject (something desired or valuable). ""He attempts to abnegate personal responsibility."" Synonyms : Renounce, reject, refuse, abandon, spurn, abdicate, give up, relinquish, abjure, repudiate, forswear, disavow, cast aside, drop, turn one's back on, wash one's hands of, eschew. " " Abnegate: ""He attempts to abnegate personal responsibility."""" 1. Renounce or reject (something desired or valuable). ""He attempts to abnegate personal responsibility."" Synonyms : Renounce, reject, refuse, abandon, spurn, abdicate, give up, relinquish, abjure, repudiate, forswear, disavow, cast aside, drop, turn one's back on, wash one's hands of, eschew. " " Abnormal /abˈnôrməl/"" 1. Deviating from what is normal or usual, typically in a way that is undesirable or worrying. ""The illness is recognizable from the patient's abnormal behavior."" Synonyms : Unusual, uncommon, atypical, untypical, non-typical, unrepresentative, rare, isolated, irregular, anomalous, deviant, deviating, divergent, wayward, aberrant, freak, freakish. " " Abnormal: ""The illness is recognizable from the patient's abnormal behavior."""" 1. Deviating from what is normal or usual, typically in a way that is undesirable or worrying. ""The illness is recognizable from the patient's abnormal behavior."" Synonyms : Unusual, uncommon, atypical, untypical, non-typical, unrepresentative, rare, isolated, irregular, anomalous, deviant, deviating, divergent, wayward, aberrant, freak, freakish. " " Abominable /əˈbäm(ə)nəb(ə)l/"" 1. Causing moral revulsion. ""The uprising was suppressed with abominable cruelty."" Synonyms : Loathsome, detestable, hateful, odious, obnoxious, despicable, contemptible, damnable, cursed, accursed, diabolical. " " Abominable: ""The uprising was suppressed with abominable cruelty."""" 1. Causing moral revulsion. ""The uprising was suppressed with abominable cruelty."" Synonyms : Loathsome, detestable, hateful, odious, obnoxious, despicable, contemptible, damnable, cursed, accursed, diabolical. " " Abomination /əˌbäməˈnāSH(ə)n/"" 1. A thing that causes disgust or hatred. ""Concrete abominations masquerading as hotels."" Synonyms : Atrocity, disgrace, horror, obscenity, outrage, curse, torment, evil, crime, monstrosity, violation, bugbear, anathema, bane. " " Abomination: ""Concrete abominations masquerading as hotels."""" 1. A thing that causes disgust or hatred. ""Concrete abominations masquerading as hotels."" Synonyms : Atrocity, disgrace, horror, obscenity, outrage, curse, torment, evil, crime, monstrosity, violation, bugbear, anathema, bane. " " Aboriginal /ˌabəˈrijənl/"" 1. An aboriginal inhabitant of a place. Synonyms : Native, indigene, aborigine, local, original inhabitant. " " Abort /əˈbôrt/"" 1. An act of aborting a flight, space mission, or other enterprise. ""There was an abort because of bad weather."" 2. Bring to a premature end because of a problem or fault. ""The pilot aborted his landing."" Synonyms : Halt, stop, end, call off, cut short, discontinue, terminate, arrest, suspend, check, nullify. " " Abort: ""There was an abort because of bad weather."""" 1. An act of aborting a flight, space mission, or other enterprise. ""There was an abort because of bad weather."" 2. Bring to a premature end because of a problem or fault. ""The pilot aborted his landing."" Synonyms : Halt, stop, end, call off, cut short, discontinue, terminate, arrest, suspend, check, nullify. " " Abort: ""The pilot aborted his landing."""" 1. An act of aborting a flight, space mission, or other enterprise. ""There was an abort because of bad weather."" 2. Bring to a premature end because of a problem or fault. ""The pilot aborted his landing."" Synonyms : Halt, stop, end, call off, cut short, discontinue, terminate, arrest, suspend, check, nullify. " " Abortive /əˈbôrdiv/"" 1. Failing to produce the intended result. ""An abortive attempt to overthrow the government."" Synonyms : Failed, unsuccessful, non-successful, vain, thwarted, futile, useless, worthless, ineffective, ineffectual, to no effect, inefficacious, fruitless, unproductive, unavailing, to no avail, sterile, nugatory. 2. (of a virus infection) failing to produce symptoms. 3. Causing or resulting in abortion. ""Abortive techniques."" " " Abortive: ""An abortive attempt to overthrow the government."""" 1. Failing to produce the intended result. ""An abortive attempt to overthrow the government."" Synonyms : Failed, unsuccessful, non-successful, vain, thwarted, futile, useless, worthless, ineffective, ineffectual, to no effect, inefficacious, fruitless, unproductive, unavailing, to no avail, sterile, nugatory. 2. (of a virus infection) failing to produce symptoms. 3. Causing or resulting in abortion. ""Abortive techniques."" " " Abortive: ""Abortive techniques."""" 1. Failing to produce the intended result. ""An abortive attempt to overthrow the government."" Synonyms : Failed, unsuccessful, non-successful, vain, thwarted, futile, useless, worthless, ineffective, ineffectual, to no effect, inefficacious, fruitless, unproductive, unavailing, to no avail, sterile, nugatory. 2. (of a virus infection) failing to produce symptoms. 3. Causing or resulting in abortion. ""Abortive techniques."" " " Abound /əˈbound/"" 1. Exist in large numbers or amounts. ""Rumors of a further scandal abound."" Synonyms : Be plentiful, be abundant, be numerous, proliferate, superabound, thrive, flourish, be thick on the ground. " " Abound: ""Rumors of a further scandal abound."""" 1. Exist in large numbers or amounts. ""Rumors of a further scandal abound."" Synonyms : Be plentiful, be abundant, be numerous, proliferate, superabound, thrive, flourish, be thick on the ground. " " Aboveboard /əˌbʌv ˈbɔːd/"" 1. Legitimate, honest, and open. ""We felt the judging was all above board and fair."" " " Aboveboard: ""We felt the judging was all above board and fair."""" 1. Legitimate, honest, and open. ""We felt the judging was all above board and fair."" " " Abrade /əˈbrād/"" 1. Scrape or wear away by friction or erosion. ""A landscape slowly abraded by a fine, stinging dust."" Synonyms : Wear away, wear down, wear, erode, scrape away, corrode, eat away at, gnaw away at, bite into, scour, rasp, strip, flay. " " Abrade: ""A landscape slowly abraded by a fine, stinging dust."""" 1. Scrape or wear away by friction or erosion. ""A landscape slowly abraded by a fine, stinging dust."" Synonyms : Wear away, wear down, wear, erode, scrape away, corrode, eat away at, gnaw away at, bite into, scour, rasp, strip, flay. " " Abrasive /əˈbrāsiv/"" 1. A substance used for grinding, polishing, or cleaning a hard surface. ""The refrigerator is easily damaged by abrasives."" 2. (of a person or manner) showing little concern for the feelings of others; harsh. ""Her abrasive and arrogant personal style won her few friends."" Synonyms : Caustic, cutting, grating, biting, acerbic, vitriolic. " " Abrasive: ""The refrigerator is easily damaged by abrasives."""" 1. A substance used for grinding, polishing, or cleaning a hard surface. ""The refrigerator is easily damaged by abrasives."" 2. (of a person or manner) showing little concern for the feelings of others; harsh. ""Her abrasive and arrogant personal style won her few friends."" Synonyms : Caustic, cutting, grating, biting, acerbic, vitriolic. " " Abrasive: ""Her abrasive and arrogant personal style won her few friends."""" 1. A substance used for grinding, polishing, or cleaning a hard surface. ""The refrigerator is easily damaged by abrasives."" 2. (of a person or manner) showing little concern for the feelings of others; harsh. ""Her abrasive and arrogant personal style won her few friends."" Synonyms : Caustic, cutting, grating, biting, acerbic, vitriolic. " " Abreast /əˈbrest/"" 1. Side by side and facing the same way. ""The path was wide enough for two people to walk abreast."" Synonyms : In a row, side by side, alongside, level, abeam, on a level, beside each other, shoulder to shoulder, cheek by jowl. 2. Alongside or even with something. ""The cart came abreast of the americans in their rickshaw."" " " Abreast: ""The path was wide enough for two people to walk abreast."""" 1. Side by side and facing the same way. ""The path was wide enough for two people to walk abreast."" Synonyms : In a row, side by side, alongside, level, abeam, on a level, beside each other, shoulder to shoulder, cheek by jowl. 2. Alongside or even with something. ""The cart came abreast of the americans in their rickshaw."" " " Abreast: ""The cart came abreast of the americans in their rickshaw."""" 1. Side by side and facing the same way. ""The path was wide enough for two people to walk abreast."" Synonyms : In a row, side by side, alongside, level, abeam, on a level, beside each other, shoulder to shoulder, cheek by jowl. 2. Alongside or even with something. ""The cart came abreast of the americans in their rickshaw."" " " Abridge /əˈbrij/"" 1. Shorten (a piece of writing) without losing the sense. ""The introduction is abridged from the author's afterword to the novel."" Synonyms : Shorten, cut, cut down, cut short, curtail, truncate, lessen, trim, crop, clip, pare down, prune. 2. Curtail (a right or privilege). ""Even the right to free speech can be abridged."" " " Abridge: ""The introduction is abridged from the author's afterword to the novel."""" 1. Shorten (a piece of writing) without losing the sense. ""The introduction is abridged from the author's afterword to the novel."" Synonyms : Shorten, cut, cut down, cut short, curtail, truncate, lessen, trim, crop, clip, pare down, prune. 2. Curtail (a right or privilege). ""Even the right to free speech can be abridged."" " " Abridge: ""Even the right to free speech can be abridged."""" 1. Shorten (a piece of writing) without losing the sense. ""The introduction is abridged from the author's afterword to the novel."" Synonyms : Shorten, cut, cut down, cut short, curtail, truncate, lessen, trim, crop, clip, pare down, prune. 2. Curtail (a right or privilege). ""Even the right to free speech can be abridged."" " " Abrogate /ˈabrəˌɡāt/"" 1. Repeal or do away with (a law, right, or formal agreement). ""A proposal to abrogate temporarily the right to strike."" Synonyms : Repudiate, revoke, repeal, rescind, overturn, overrule, override, do away with, annul, cancel, break off, invalidate, nullify, void, negate, dissolve, countermand, veto, declare null and void, discontinue. 2. Evade (a responsibility or duty). ""We believe the board is abrogating its responsibilities to its shareholders."" " " Abrogate: ""A proposal to abrogate temporarily the right to strike."""" 1. Repeal or do away with (a law, right, or formal agreement). ""A proposal to abrogate temporarily the right to strike."" Synonyms : Repudiate, revoke, repeal, rescind, overturn, overrule, override, do away with, annul, cancel, break off, invalidate, nullify, void, negate, dissolve, countermand, veto, declare null and void, discontinue. 2. Evade (a responsibility or duty). ""We believe the board is abrogating its responsibilities to its shareholders."" " " Abrogate: ""We believe the board is abrogating its responsibilities to its shareholders."""" 1. Repeal or do away with (a law, right, or formal agreement). ""A proposal to abrogate temporarily the right to strike."" Synonyms : Repudiate, revoke, repeal, rescind, overturn, overrule, override, do away with, annul, cancel, break off, invalidate, nullify, void, negate, dissolve, countermand, veto, declare null and void, discontinue. 2. Evade (a responsibility or duty). ""We believe the board is abrogating its responsibilities to its shareholders."" " " Abscess /ˈabˌses/"" 1. A swollen area within body tissue, containing an accumulation of pus. ""Once the abscesses burst, they usually discharge for several days before gradually healing up."" Synonyms : Ulcer, ulceration, cyst, boil, blister, sore, pustule, carbuncle, pimple, spot, papule, wen, whitlow, vesication, furuncle, canker. " " Abscess: ""Once the abscesses burst, they usually discharge for several days before gradually healing up."""" 1. A swollen area within body tissue, containing an accumulation of pus. ""Once the abscesses burst, they usually discharge for several days before gradually healing up."" Synonyms : Ulcer, ulceration, cyst, boil, blister, sore, pustule, carbuncle, pimple, spot, papule, wen, whitlow, vesication, furuncle, canker. " " Abscission /abˈsiZHən/"" 1. The natural detachment of parts of a plant, typically dead leaves and ripe fruit. ""Leaf abscission in trees."" " " Abscission: ""Leaf abscission in trees."""" 1. The natural detachment of parts of a plant, typically dead leaves and ripe fruit. ""Leaf abscission in trees."" " " Abscond /əbˈskänd/"" 1. Leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid detection of or arrest for an unlawful action such as theft. ""She absconded with the remaining thousand dollars."" Synonyms : Run away, escape, bolt, clear out, flee, make off, take flight, take off, fly, decamp. " " Abscond: ""She absconded with the remaining thousand dollars."""" 1. Leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid detection of or arrest for an unlawful action such as theft. ""She absconded with the remaining thousand dollars."" Synonyms : Run away, escape, bolt, clear out, flee, make off, take flight, take off, fly, decamp. " " Absence /ˈabsəns/"" 1. The state of being away from a place or person. ""The letter had arrived during his absence."" Synonyms : Non-attendance, non-appearance, absenteeism. " " Absence: ""The letter had arrived during his absence."""" 1. The state of being away from a place or person. ""The letter had arrived during his absence."" Synonyms : Non-attendance, non-appearance, absenteeism. " " Absolute /ˈabsəˌlo͞ot/"" 1. A value or principle which is regarded as universally valid or which may be viewed without relation to other things. ""Good and evil are presented as absolutes."" 2. Viewed or existing independently and not in relation to other things; not relative or comparative. ""Absolute moral standards."" Synonyms : Universal, fixed, independent, non-relative, non-variable, absolutist. " " Absolute: ""Good and evil are presented as absolutes."""" 1. A value or principle which is regarded as universally valid or which may be viewed without relation to other things. ""Good and evil are presented as absolutes."" 2. Viewed or existing independently and not in relation to other things; not relative or comparative. ""Absolute moral standards."" Synonyms : Universal, fixed, independent, non-relative, non-variable, absolutist. " " Absolute: ""Absolute moral standards."""" 1. A value or principle which is regarded as universally valid or which may be viewed without relation to other things. ""Good and evil are presented as absolutes."" 2. Viewed or existing independently and not in relation to other things; not relative or comparative. ""Absolute moral standards."" Synonyms : Universal, fixed, independent, non-relative, non-variable, absolutist. " " Absolve /əbˈzälv/"" 1. Set or declare (someone) free from blame, guilt, or responsibility. ""The pardon absolved them of any crimes."" Synonyms : Exonerate, discharge, acquit, exculpate, vindicate. " " Absolve: ""The pardon absolved them of any crimes."""" 1. Set or declare (someone) free from blame, guilt, or responsibility. ""The pardon absolved them of any crimes."" Synonyms : Exonerate, discharge, acquit, exculpate, vindicate. " " Abstain /əbˈstān/"" 1. Restrain oneself from doing or enjoying something. " " Abstemious /əbˈstēmēəs/"" 1. Not self-indulgent, especially when eating and drinking. ""“we only had a bottle.” “very abstemious of you.”."" Synonyms : Temperate, abstinent, austere, moderate, self-disciplined, self-denying, restrained, self-restrained, non-indulgent, sober, ascetic, puritanical, spartan, strict, severe, self-abnegating, hair-shirt. " " Abstemious: ""“we only had a bottle.” “very abstemious of you.”."""" 1. Not self-indulgent, especially when eating and drinking. ""“we only had a bottle.” “very abstemious of you.”."" Synonyms : Temperate, abstinent, austere, moderate, self-disciplined, self-denying, restrained, self-restrained, non-indulgent, sober, ascetic, puritanical, spartan, strict, severe, self-abnegating, hair-shirt. " " Abstinence /ˈabstənəns/"" 1. The fact or practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically alcohol. ""I started drinking again after six years of abstinence."" Synonyms : Teetotalism, temperance, sobriety, abstemiousness, abstention. " " Abstinence: ""I started drinking again after six years of abstinence."""" 1. The fact or practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically alcohol. ""I started drinking again after six years of abstinence."" Synonyms : Teetotalism, temperance, sobriety, abstemiousness, abstention. " " Abstract /abˈstrakt/"" 1. A summary of the contents of a book, article, or formal speech. ""An abstract of his inaugural address."" Synonyms : Summary, synopsis, precis, résumé, outline, recapitulation, abridgement, condensation, digest, summation. 2. An abstract work of art. ""A big unframed abstract."" 3. That which is abstract; the theoretical consideration of something. ""The abstract must be made concrete by examples."" " " Abstract: ""An abstract of his inaugural address."""" 1. A summary of the contents of a book, article, or formal speech. ""An abstract of his inaugural address."" Synonyms : Summary, synopsis, precis, résumé, outline, recapitulation, abridgement, condensation, digest, summation. 2. An abstract work of art. ""A big unframed abstract."" 3. That which is abstract; the theoretical consideration of something. ""The abstract must be made concrete by examples."" " " Abstract: ""A big unframed abstract."""" 1. A summary of the contents of a book, article, or formal speech. ""An abstract of his inaugural address."" Synonyms : Summary, synopsis, precis, résumé, outline, recapitulation, abridgement, condensation, digest, summation. 2. An abstract work of art. ""A big unframed abstract."" 3. That which is abstract; the theoretical consideration of something. ""The abstract must be made concrete by examples."" " " Abstract: ""The abstract must be made concrete by examples."""" 1. A summary of the contents of a book, article, or formal speech. ""An abstract of his inaugural address."" Synonyms : Summary, synopsis, precis, résumé, outline, recapitulation, abridgement, condensation, digest, summation. 2. An abstract work of art. ""A big unframed abstract."" 3. That which is abstract; the theoretical consideration of something. ""The abstract must be made concrete by examples."" " " Abstruse /abˈstro͞os/"" 1. Difficult to understand; obscure. ""An abstruse philosophical inquiry."" Synonyms : Obscure, arcane, esoteric, little known, recherché, rarefied, recondite, difficult, hard, puzzling, perplexing, enigmatic, inscrutable, cryptic, delphic, complex, complicated, involved, above one's head, over one's head, incomprehensible, unfathomable, impenetrable, mysterious. " " Abstruse: ""An abstruse philosophical inquiry."""" 1. Difficult to understand; obscure. ""An abstruse philosophical inquiry."" Synonyms : Obscure, arcane, esoteric, little known, recherché, rarefied, recondite, difficult, hard, puzzling, perplexing, enigmatic, inscrutable, cryptic, delphic, complex, complicated, involved, above one's head, over one's head, incomprehensible, unfathomable, impenetrable, mysterious. " " Abundant /əˈbəndənt/"" 1. Existing or available in large quantities; plentiful. ""There was abundant evidence to support the theory."" Synonyms : Plentiful, copious, ample, profuse, rich, lavish, liberal, generous, bountiful, large, huge, great, bumper, overflowing, superabundant, infinite, inexhaustible, opulent, prolific, teeming. " " Abundant: ""There was abundant evidence to support the theory."""" 1. Existing or available in large quantities; plentiful. ""There was abundant evidence to support the theory."" Synonyms : Plentiful, copious, ample, profuse, rich, lavish, liberal, generous, bountiful, large, huge, great, bumper, overflowing, superabundant, infinite, inexhaustible, opulent, prolific, teeming. " " Abusive /əˈbyo͞osiv/"" 1. Extremely offensive and insulting. ""He became quite abusive and swore at her."" Synonyms : Insulting, rude, vulgar, offensive, disparaging, belittling, derogatory, disrespectful, denigratory, uncomplimentary, pejorative, vituperative. 2. Engaging in or characterized by habitual violence and cruelty. ""Abusive parents."" Synonyms : Cruel, brutal, savage, inhuman, barbaric, barbarous, brutish, vicious, sadistic. 3. Involving injustice or illegality. ""The abusive and predatory practices of businesses."" " " Abusive: ""He became quite abusive and swore at her."""" 1. Extremely offensive and insulting. ""He became quite abusive and swore at her."" Synonyms : Insulting, rude, vulgar, offensive, disparaging, belittling, derogatory, disrespectful, denigratory, uncomplimentary, pejorative, vituperative. 2. Engaging in or characterized by habitual violence and cruelty. ""Abusive parents."" Synonyms : Cruel, brutal, savage, inhuman, barbaric, barbarous, brutish, vicious, sadistic. 3. Involving injustice or illegality. ""The abusive and predatory practices of businesses."" " " Abusive: ""Abusive parents."""" 1. Extremely offensive and insulting. ""He became quite abusive and swore at her."" Synonyms : Insulting, rude, vulgar, offensive, disparaging, belittling, derogatory, disrespectful, denigratory, uncomplimentary, pejorative, vituperative. 2. Engaging in or characterized by habitual violence and cruelty. ""Abusive parents."" Synonyms : Cruel, brutal, savage, inhuman, barbaric, barbarous, brutish, vicious, sadistic. 3. Involving injustice or illegality. ""The abusive and predatory practices of businesses."" " " Abusive: ""The abusive and predatory practices of businesses."""" 1. Extremely offensive and insulting. ""He became quite abusive and swore at her."" Synonyms : Insulting, rude, vulgar, offensive, disparaging, belittling, derogatory, disrespectful, denigratory, uncomplimentary, pejorative, vituperative. 2. Engaging in or characterized by habitual violence and cruelty. ""Abusive parents."" Synonyms : Cruel, brutal, savage, inhuman, barbaric, barbarous, brutish, vicious, sadistic. 3. Involving injustice or illegality. ""The abusive and predatory practices of businesses."" " " Abut /əˈbət/"" 1. (of an area of land or a building) be next to or have a common boundary with. ""Gardens abutting prescott street."" Synonyms : Neighbouring, adjacent, adjoining, next-door, bordering, abutting. " " Abut: ""Gardens abutting prescott street."""" 1. (of an area of land or a building) be next to or have a common boundary with. ""Gardens abutting prescott street."" Synonyms : Neighbouring, adjacent, adjoining, next-door, bordering, abutting. " " Abysmal /əˈbizməl/"" 1. Extremely bad; appalling. ""The quality of her work is abysmal."" Synonyms : Very bad, dreadful, awful, terrible, frightful, atrocious, disgraceful, deplorable, shameful, woeful, hopeless, lamentable, laughable, substandard, poor, inadequate, inferior, unsatisfactory. 2. Very deep. ""Waterfalls that plunge into abysmal depths."" Synonyms : Profound, extreme, utter, complete, thorough, deep, endless, immeasurable, boundless, incalculable, unfathomable, bottomless. " " Abysmal: ""The quality of her work is abysmal."""" 1. Extremely bad; appalling. ""The quality of her work is abysmal."" Synonyms : Very bad, dreadful, awful, terrible, frightful, atrocious, disgraceful, deplorable, shameful, woeful, hopeless, lamentable, laughable, substandard, poor, inadequate, inferior, unsatisfactory. 2. Very deep. ""Waterfalls that plunge into abysmal depths."" Synonyms : Profound, extreme, utter, complete, thorough, deep, endless, immeasurable, boundless, incalculable, unfathomable, bottomless. " " Abysmal: ""Waterfalls that plunge into abysmal depths."""" 1. Extremely bad; appalling. ""The quality of her work is abysmal."" Synonyms : Very bad, dreadful, awful, terrible, frightful, atrocious, disgraceful, deplorable, shameful, woeful, hopeless, lamentable, laughable, substandard, poor, inadequate, inferior, unsatisfactory. 2. Very deep. ""Waterfalls that plunge into abysmal depths."" Synonyms : Profound, extreme, utter, complete, thorough, deep, endless, immeasurable, boundless, incalculable, unfathomable, bottomless. " " Abyss /əˈbis/"" 1. A deep or seemingly bottomless chasm. ""A rope led down into the dark abyss."" Synonyms : Chasm, gorge, ravine, canyon, fissure, rift, crevasse, gap, hole, gulf, pit, depth, cavity, void, bottomless pit. " " Abyss: ""A rope led down into the dark abyss."""" 1. A deep or seemingly bottomless chasm. ""A rope led down into the dark abyss."" Synonyms : Chasm, gorge, ravine, canyon, fissure, rift, crevasse, gap, hole, gulf, pit, depth, cavity, void, bottomless pit. " " Acarpous /(ˌ)eɪˈkɑːpəs/"" 1. Not producing fruit; unfruitful, sterile; (botany). frequently figurative: failing to achieve the desired results, unproductive; barren. " " Accede /əkˈsēd/"" 1. Assent or agree to a demand, request, or treaty. ""The authorities did not accede to the strikers' demands."" Synonyms : Agree to, consent to, accept, assent to, acquiesce in, endorse, comply with, go along with, concur with, allow, recognize, grant, surrender to, yield to, give in to, give way to, defer to. 2. Assume an office or position. ""He acceded to the post of director in september."" Synonyms : Succeed to, assume, attain, come to, come into, inherit, take over, be elevated to. " " Accede: ""The authorities did not accede to the strikers' demands."""" 1. Assent or agree to a demand, request, or treaty. ""The authorities did not accede to the strikers' demands."" Synonyms : Agree to, consent to, accept, assent to, acquiesce in, endorse, comply with, go along with, concur with, allow, recognize, grant, surrender to, yield to, give in to, give way to, defer to. 2. Assume an office or position. ""He acceded to the post of director in september."" Synonyms : Succeed to, assume, attain, come to, come into, inherit, take over, be elevated to. " " Accede: ""He acceded to the post of director in september."""" 1. Assent or agree to a demand, request, or treaty. ""The authorities did not accede to the strikers' demands."" Synonyms : Agree to, consent to, accept, assent to, acquiesce in, endorse, comply with, go along with, concur with, allow, recognize, grant, surrender to, yield to, give in to, give way to, defer to. 2. Assume an office or position. ""He acceded to the post of director in september."" Synonyms : Succeed to, assume, attain, come to, come into, inherit, take over, be elevated to. " " Accentuate /əkˈsen(t)SHəˌwāt/"" 1. Make more noticeable or prominent. ""His jacket unfortunately accentuated his paunch."" Synonyms : Focus attention on, bring attention to, call attention to, draw attention to, point up, underline, underscore, accent, highlight, spotlight, foreground, feature, give prominence to, make more prominent, make more noticeable, play up, bring to the fore, heighten, stress, emphasize, lay emphasis on, put emphasis on. " " Accentuate: ""His jacket unfortunately accentuated his paunch."""" 1. Make more noticeable or prominent. ""His jacket unfortunately accentuated his paunch."" Synonyms : Focus attention on, bring attention to, call attention to, draw attention to, point up, underline, underscore, accent, highlight, spotlight, foreground, feature, give prominence to, make more prominent, make more noticeable, play up, bring to the fore, heighten, stress, emphasize, lay emphasis on, put emphasis on. " " Access /ˈakˌses/"" 1. Approach or enter (a place). ""Single rooms have private baths accessed via the balcony."" 2. Obtain, examine, or retrieve (data or a file). ""Information can be accessed from several files and displayed at the same time."" Synonyms : Retrieve, gain, gain access to, acquire, obtain. " " Access: ""Single rooms have private baths accessed via the balcony."""" 1. Approach or enter (a place). ""Single rooms have private baths accessed via the balcony."" 2. Obtain, examine, or retrieve (data or a file). ""Information can be accessed from several files and displayed at the same time."" Synonyms : Retrieve, gain, gain access to, acquire, obtain. " " Access: ""Information can be accessed from several files and displayed at the same time."""" 1. Approach or enter (a place). ""Single rooms have private baths accessed via the balcony."" 2. Obtain, examine, or retrieve (data or a file). ""Information can be accessed from several files and displayed at the same time."" Synonyms : Retrieve, gain, gain access to, acquire, obtain. " " Accessible /əkˈsesəb(ə)l/"" 1. (of a place) able to be reached or entered. ""The town is accessible by bus."" Synonyms : Reachable, attainable, approachable, within reach, available, on hand, obtainable. 2. (of a person, typically one in a position of authority or importance) friendly and easy to talk to; approachable. ""He is more accessible than most tycoons."" Synonyms : Approachable, available, easy-going, informal, friendly, welcoming, hospitable, pleasant, agreeable, obliging, congenial, affable, cordial. " " Accessible: ""The town is accessible by bus."""" 1. (of a place) able to be reached or entered. ""The town is accessible by bus."" Synonyms : Reachable, attainable, approachable, within reach, available, on hand, obtainable. 2. (of a person, typically one in a position of authority or importance) friendly and easy to talk to; approachable. ""He is more accessible than most tycoons."" Synonyms : Approachable, available, easy-going, informal, friendly, welcoming, hospitable, pleasant, agreeable, obliging, congenial, affable, cordial. " " Accessible: ""He is more accessible than most tycoons."""" 1. (of a place) able to be reached or entered. ""The town is accessible by bus."" Synonyms : Reachable, attainable, approachable, within reach, available, on hand, obtainable. 2. (of a person, typically one in a position of authority or importance) friendly and easy to talk to; approachable. ""He is more accessible than most tycoons."" Synonyms : Approachable, available, easy-going, informal, friendly, welcoming, hospitable, pleasant, agreeable, obliging, congenial, affable, cordial. " " Accession /akˈseSHən/"" 1. The attainment or acquisition of a position of rank or power ""The Queen's accession to the throne"" Synonyms : <div><div>Succession, elevation</div></div> 2. A new item added to an existing collection of books, paintings, or artifacts. ""The day-to-day work of cataloguing new accessions."" Synonyms : Addition, acquisition, new item, gift, purchase, adjunct, add-on, gain. " " Accession: ""The Queen's accession to the throne"""" 1. The attainment or acquisition of a position of rank or power ""The Queen's accession to the throne"" Synonyms : <div><div>Succession, elevation</div></div> 2. A new item added to an existing collection of books, paintings, or artifacts. ""The day-to-day work of cataloguing new accessions."" Synonyms : Addition, acquisition, new item, gift, purchase, adjunct, add-on, gain. " " Accession: ""The day-to-day work of cataloguing new accessions."""" 1. The attainment or acquisition of a position of rank or power ""The Queen's accession to the throne"" Synonyms : <div><div>Succession, elevation</div></div> 2. A new item added to an existing collection of books, paintings, or artifacts. ""The day-to-day work of cataloguing new accessions."" Synonyms : Addition, acquisition, new item, gift, purchase, adjunct, add-on, gain. " " Accessory /əkˈses(ə)rē/"" 1. Contributing to or aiding an activity or process in a minor way; subsidiary or supplementary. ""Functionally the maxillae are a pair of accessory jaws."" Synonyms : Additional, extra, supplementary, supplemental, auxiliary, ancillary, secondary, subsidiary, supportive, assisting, reserve, complementary, further, more, add-on. 2. Someone who gives assistance to the perpetrator of a crime, without directly committing it, sometimes without being present. ""She was charged as an accessory to murder."" Synonyms : Accomplice, partner in crime, abetter, associate, confederate, collaborator, fellow conspirator, henchman, conniver. " " Accessory: ""Functionally the maxillae are a pair of accessory jaws."""" 1. Contributing to or aiding an activity or process in a minor way; subsidiary or supplementary. ""Functionally the maxillae are a pair of accessory jaws."" Synonyms : Additional, extra, supplementary, supplemental, auxiliary, ancillary, secondary, subsidiary, supportive, assisting, reserve, complementary, further, more, add-on. 2. Someone who gives assistance to the perpetrator of a crime, without directly committing it, sometimes without being present. ""She was charged as an accessory to murder."" Synonyms : Accomplice, partner in crime, abetter, associate, confederate, collaborator, fellow conspirator, henchman, conniver. " " Accessory: ""She was charged as an accessory to murder."""" 1. Contributing to or aiding an activity or process in a minor way; subsidiary or supplementary. ""Functionally the maxillae are a pair of accessory jaws."" Synonyms : Additional, extra, supplementary, supplemental, auxiliary, ancillary, secondary, subsidiary, supportive, assisting, reserve, complementary, further, more, add-on. 2. Someone who gives assistance to the perpetrator of a crime, without directly committing it, sometimes without being present. ""She was charged as an accessory to murder."" Synonyms : Accomplice, partner in crime, abetter, associate, confederate, collaborator, fellow conspirator, henchman, conniver. " " Acclaim /əˈklām/"" 1. Enthusiastic and public praise. ""She has won acclaim for her commitment to democracy."" Synonyms : Praise, applause, cheers, ovation, tribute, accolade, acclamation, salutes, plaudits. " " Acclaim: ""She has won acclaim for her commitment to democracy."""" 1. Enthusiastic and public praise. ""She has won acclaim for her commitment to democracy."" Synonyms : Praise, applause, cheers, ovation, tribute, accolade, acclamation, salutes, plaudits. " " Acclimate /ˈakləˌmāt/"" 1. Become accustomed to a new climate or to new conditions. ""It will take a few days to get acclimated to the altitude."" Synonyms : Adjust, acclimatize, accommodate, attune, habituate, acculturate, conform. " " Acclimate: ""It will take a few days to get acclimated to the altitude."""" 1. Become accustomed to a new climate or to new conditions. ""It will take a few days to get acclimated to the altitude."" Synonyms : Adjust, acclimatize, accommodate, attune, habituate, acculturate, conform. " " Acclivity /əˈklivədē/"" 1. An upward slope. Synonyms : Slope, rise, incline, gradient, ramp, acclivity, tump. " " Accolade /ˈakəˌlād/"" 1. An award or privilege granted as a special honor or as an acknowledgment of merit. ""The ultimate official accolade of a visit by the president."" Synonyms : Honour, recognition, privilege, award, gift, title. 2. A touch on a person's shoulders with a sword at the bestowing of a knighthood. " " Accolade: ""The ultimate official accolade of a visit by the president."""" 1. An award or privilege granted as a special honor or as an acknowledgment of merit. ""The ultimate official accolade of a visit by the president."" Synonyms : Honour, recognition, privilege, award, gift, title. 2. A touch on a person's shoulders with a sword at the bestowing of a knighthood. " " Accommodate /əˈkäməˌdāt/"" 1. (of physical space, especially a building) provide lodging or sufficient space for. ""The cabins accommodate up to 6 people."" Synonyms : Lodge, house, put up, billet, quarter, board, take in, provide shelter for, shelter, give a bed to, give someone a roof over their head, provide a roof over someone's head, harbour, make room for, give accommodation to, provide with accommodation, provide accommodation for. 2. Fit in with the wishes or needs of. ""Any language must accommodate new concepts."" Synonyms : Help, fit in with, allow for, assist, aid, lend a hand to, oblige, serve, do someone a service, meet the needs of, meet the wants of, do someone a good turn, favour, do someone a favour, cater for, indulge, pander to, humour, gratify, satisfy. " " Accommodate: ""The cabins accommodate up to 6 people."""" 1. (of physical space, especially a building) provide lodging or sufficient space for. ""The cabins accommodate up to 6 people."" Synonyms : Lodge, house, put up, billet, quarter, board, take in, provide shelter for, shelter, give a bed to, give someone a roof over their head, provide a roof over someone's head, harbour, make room for, give accommodation to, provide with accommodation, provide accommodation for. 2. Fit in with the wishes or needs of. ""Any language must accommodate new concepts."" Synonyms : Help, fit in with, allow for, assist, aid, lend a hand to, oblige, serve, do someone a service, meet the needs of, meet the wants of, do someone a good turn, favour, do someone a favour, cater for, indulge, pander to, humour, gratify, satisfy. " " Accommodate: ""Any language must accommodate new concepts."""" 1. (of physical space, especially a building) provide lodging or sufficient space for. ""The cabins accommodate up to 6 people."" Synonyms : Lodge, house, put up, billet, quarter, board, take in, provide shelter for, shelter, give a bed to, give someone a roof over their head, provide a roof over someone's head, harbour, make room for, give accommodation to, provide with accommodation, provide accommodation for. 2. Fit in with the wishes or needs of. ""Any language must accommodate new concepts."" Synonyms : Help, fit in with, allow for, assist, aid, lend a hand to, oblige, serve, do someone a service, meet the needs of, meet the wants of, do someone a good turn, favour, do someone a favour, cater for, indulge, pander to, humour, gratify, satisfy. " " Accompaniment /əˈkəmp(ə)nimənt/"" 1. A musical part that supports or partners a solo instrument, voice, or group. ""She sang to a guitar accompaniment."" Synonyms : Backing, support, background, soundtrack, comp. 2. Something that is supplementary to or complements something else, typically food. ""Sugar snap peas make a delicious accompaniment for salmon."" Synonyms : Complement, supplement, addition, adjunct, appendage, trimming, companion, accessory. " " Accompaniment: ""She sang to a guitar accompaniment."""" 1. A musical part that supports or partners a solo instrument, voice, or group. ""She sang to a guitar accompaniment."" Synonyms : Backing, support, background, soundtrack, comp. 2. Something that is supplementary to or complements something else, typically food. ""Sugar snap peas make a delicious accompaniment for salmon."" Synonyms : Complement, supplement, addition, adjunct, appendage, trimming, companion, accessory. " " Accompaniment: ""Sugar snap peas make a delicious accompaniment for salmon."""" 1. A musical part that supports or partners a solo instrument, voice, or group. ""She sang to a guitar accompaniment."" Synonyms : Backing, support, background, soundtrack, comp. 2. Something that is supplementary to or complements something else, typically food. ""Sugar snap peas make a delicious accompaniment for salmon."" Synonyms : Complement, supplement, addition, adjunct, appendage, trimming, companion, accessory. " " Accompany /əˈkəmp(ə)nē/"" 1. Go somewhere with (someone) as a companion or escort. ""The two sisters were to accompany us to new york."" Synonyms : Go with, go along with, travel with, keep someone company, tag along with, partner, escort, chaperone, attend, follow, conduct, lead, take, show, see, guide, steer, usher, pilot, convoy, help, assist, show someone the way. 2. Be present or occur at the same time as (something else). ""The illness is often accompanied by nausea."" Synonyms : Occur with, co-occur with, coincide with, coexist with, go with, go along with, go together with, go hand in hand with, appear with. 3. Play a musical accompaniment for. ""He would play his violin, and mother used to accompany him on our organ."" Synonyms : Back, play a musical accompaniment for, play with, play for, support. " " Accompany: ""The two sisters were to accompany us to new york."""" 1. Go somewhere with (someone) as a companion or escort. ""The two sisters were to accompany us to new york."" Synonyms : Go with, go along with, travel with, keep someone company, tag along with, partner, escort, chaperone, attend, follow, conduct, lead, take, show, see, guide, steer, usher, pilot, convoy, help, assist, show someone the way. 2. Be present or occur at the same time as (something else). ""The illness is often accompanied by nausea."" Synonyms : Occur with, co-occur with, coincide with, coexist with, go with, go along with, go together with, go hand in hand with, appear with. 3. Play a musical accompaniment for. ""He would play his violin, and mother used to accompany him on our organ."" Synonyms : Back, play a musical accompaniment for, play with, play for, support. " " Accompany: ""The illness is often accompanied by nausea."""" 1. Go somewhere with (someone) as a companion or escort. ""The two sisters were to accompany us to new york."" Synonyms : Go with, go along with, travel with, keep someone company, tag along with, partner, escort, chaperone, attend, follow, conduct, lead, take, show, see, guide, steer, usher, pilot, convoy, help, assist, show someone the way. 2. Be present or occur at the same time as (something else). ""The illness is often accompanied by nausea."" Synonyms : Occur with, co-occur with, coincide with, coexist with, go with, go along with, go together with, go hand in hand with, appear with. 3. Play a musical accompaniment for. ""He would play his violin, and mother used to accompany him on our organ."" Synonyms : Back, play a musical accompaniment for, play with, play for, support. " " Accompany: ""He would play his violin, and mother used to accompany him on our organ."""" 1. Go somewhere with (someone) as a companion or escort. ""The two sisters were to accompany us to new york."" Synonyms : Go with, go along with, travel with, keep someone company, tag along with, partner, escort, chaperone, attend, follow, conduct, lead, take, show, see, guide, steer, usher, pilot, convoy, help, assist, show someone the way. 2. Be present or occur at the same time as (something else). ""The illness is often accompanied by nausea."" Synonyms : Occur with, co-occur with, coincide with, coexist with, go with, go along with, go together with, go hand in hand with, appear with. 3. Play a musical accompaniment for. ""He would play his violin, and mother used to accompany him on our organ."" Synonyms : Back, play a musical accompaniment for, play with, play for, support. " " Accomplice /əˈkämpləs/"" 1. A person who helps another commit a crime. ""An accomplice in the murder."" Synonyms : Abetter, accessory, partner in crime, associate, confederate, collaborator, fellow conspirator, co-conspirator. " " Accomplice: ""An accomplice in the murder."""" 1. A person who helps another commit a crime. ""An accomplice in the murder."" Synonyms : Abetter, accessory, partner in crime, associate, confederate, collaborator, fellow conspirator, co-conspirator. " " Accomplish /əˈkämpliSH/"" 1. Achieve or complete successfully. ""The planes accomplished their mission."" Synonyms : Fulfil, achieve, succeed in, realize, attain, manage, bring about, bring off, carry out, carry off, carry through, execute, conduct, effect, fix, engineer, perform, do, perpetrate, discharge, complete, finish, consummate, conclude. " " Accomplish: ""The planes accomplished their mission."""" 1. Achieve or complete successfully. ""The planes accomplished their mission."" Synonyms : Fulfil, achieve, succeed in, realize, attain, manage, bring about, bring off, carry out, carry off, carry through, execute, conduct, effect, fix, engineer, perform, do, perpetrate, discharge, complete, finish, consummate, conclude. " " Accord /əˈkôrd/"" 1. An official agreement or treaty. ""Opposition groups refused to sign the accord."" Synonyms : Pact, treaty, agreement, settlement, deal, entente, concordat, concord, protocol, compact, contract, convention. 2. (of a concept or fact) be harmonious or consistent with. ""His views accorded well with those of merivale."" Synonyms : Correspond, agree, tally, match up, concur, coincide, be in agreement, be consistent, equate, harmonize, be in harmony, be compatible, be consonant, be congruous, be in tune, dovetail, correlate. " " Accord: ""Opposition groups refused to sign the accord."""" 1. An official agreement or treaty. ""Opposition groups refused to sign the accord."" Synonyms : Pact, treaty, agreement, settlement, deal, entente, concordat, concord, protocol, compact, contract, convention. 2. (of a concept or fact) be harmonious or consistent with. ""His views accorded well with those of merivale."" Synonyms : Correspond, agree, tally, match up, concur, coincide, be in agreement, be consistent, equate, harmonize, be in harmony, be compatible, be consonant, be congruous, be in tune, dovetail, correlate. " " Accord: ""His views accorded well with those of merivale."""" 1. An official agreement or treaty. ""Opposition groups refused to sign the accord."" Synonyms : Pact, treaty, agreement, settlement, deal, entente, concordat, concord, protocol, compact, contract, convention. 2. (of a concept or fact) be harmonious or consistent with. ""His views accorded well with those of merivale."" Synonyms : Correspond, agree, tally, match up, concur, coincide, be in agreement, be consistent, equate, harmonize, be in harmony, be compatible, be consonant, be congruous, be in tune, dovetail, correlate. " " Accordion /əˈkôrdēən/"" 1. A portable musical instrument with metal reeds blown by bellows, played by means of keys and buttons. ""An accordion player."" <img src=""paste-23982f249d2a9e8aa9f125cca1cd9d9afc74abec.jpg""> " " Accordion: ""An accordion player."" <img src=""paste-23982f249d2a9e8aa9f125cca1cd9d9afc74abec.jpg""> "" 1. A portable musical instrument with metal reeds blown by bellows, played by means of keys and buttons. ""An accordion player."" <img src=""paste-23982f249d2a9e8aa9f125cca1cd9d9afc74abec.jpg""> " " Accost /əˈkôst/"" 1. Approach and address (someone) boldly or aggressively. ""Reporters accosted him in the street."" Synonyms : Speak to, talk to, call to, shout to, hail, initiate a discussion with. " " Accost: ""Reporters accosted him in the street."""" 1. Approach and address (someone) boldly or aggressively. ""Reporters accosted him in the street."" Synonyms : Speak to, talk to, call to, shout to, hail, initiate a discussion with. " " Account /əˈkount/"" 1. Consider or regard in a specified way. ""Her visit could not be accounted a success."" Synonyms : Consider, regard as, reckon, hold to be, think, think of as, look on as, view as, see as, take for, judge, adjudge, count, deem, rate, gauge, interpret as. 2. A record or statement of financial expenditure and receipts relating to a particular period or purpose. ""The ledger contains all the income and expense accounts."" Synonyms : Financial record, book, ledger, journal, balance sheet, financial statement, results. 3. A report or description of an event or experience ""A detailed account of what has been achieved."" Synonyms : Description, report, version, story, narration, narrative " " Account: ""Her visit could not be accounted a success."""" 1. Consider or regard in a specified way. ""Her visit could not be accounted a success."" Synonyms : Consider, regard as, reckon, hold to be, think, think of as, look on as, view as, see as, take for, judge, adjudge, count, deem, rate, gauge, interpret as. 2. A record or statement of financial expenditure and receipts relating to a particular period or purpose. ""The ledger contains all the income and expense accounts."" Synonyms : Financial record, book, ledger, journal, balance sheet, financial statement, results. 3. A report or description of an event or experience ""A detailed account of what has been achieved."" Synonyms : Description, report, version, story, narration, narrative " " Account: ""The ledger contains all the income and expense accounts."""" 1. Consider or regard in a specified way. ""Her visit could not be accounted a success."" Synonyms : Consider, regard as, reckon, hold to be, think, think of as, look on as, view as, see as, take for, judge, adjudge, count, deem, rate, gauge, interpret as. 2. A record or statement of financial expenditure and receipts relating to a particular period or purpose. ""The ledger contains all the income and expense accounts."" Synonyms : Financial record, book, ledger, journal, balance sheet, financial statement, results. 3. A report or description of an event or experience ""A detailed account of what has been achieved."" Synonyms : Description, report, version, story, narration, narrative " " Account: ""A detailed account of what has been achieved."""" 1. Consider or regard in a specified way. ""Her visit could not be accounted a success."" Synonyms : Consider, regard as, reckon, hold to be, think, think of as, look on as, view as, see as, take for, judge, adjudge, count, deem, rate, gauge, interpret as. 2. A record or statement of financial expenditure and receipts relating to a particular period or purpose. ""The ledger contains all the income and expense accounts."" Synonyms : Financial record, book, ledger, journal, balance sheet, financial statement, results. 3. A report or description of an event or experience ""A detailed account of what has been achieved."" Synonyms : Description, report, version, story, narration, narrative " " Accoutre /əˈkuːtə/"" 1. Clothe or equip in something noticeable or impressive. ""Magnificently accoutred, he was led up to the high altar."" Synonyms : Equip, kit out, fit out, fit up, rig out, supply, issue, furnish with, provide, provision, stock, arm. " " Accoutre: ""Magnificently accoutred, he was led up to the high altar."""" 1. Clothe or equip in something noticeable or impressive. ""Magnificently accoutred, he was led up to the high altar."" Synonyms : Equip, kit out, fit out, fit up, rig out, supply, issue, furnish with, provide, provision, stock, arm. " " Accoutrement /əˈkuːtəm(ə)nt/"" 1. An additional item of dress or equipment. ""The accoutrements of religious ritual."" Synonyms : Equipment, stuff, things, apparatus, tackle, kit, implements, tools, utensils, material, materials, appliances, rig, outfit, accoutrements, appurtenances, impedimenta, miscellaneous articles, odds and ends, bits and pieces, bits and bobs, trappings, accessories. " " Accoutrement: ""The accoutrements of religious ritual."""" 1. An additional item of dress or equipment. ""The accoutrements of religious ritual."" Synonyms : Equipment, stuff, things, apparatus, tackle, kit, implements, tools, utensils, material, materials, appliances, rig, outfit, accoutrements, appurtenances, impedimenta, miscellaneous articles, odds and ends, bits and pieces, bits and bobs, trappings, accessories. " " Accredit /əˈkredət/"" 1. Give credit to (someone) for something. ""He was accredited with being one of the world's fastest sprinters."" Synonyms : Recognize as, credit with. 2. (of an official body) give authority or sanction to (someone or something) when recognized standards have been met. ""Institutions that do not meet the standards will not be accredited for teacher training."" Synonyms : Recognize, license, authorize, approve, certify, warrant, empower, depute, endorse, sanction, vouch for, put one's seal of approval on, appoint. 3. Give official authorization for (someone, typically a diplomat or journalist) to be in a particular place or to hold a particular post. ""An ambassador accredited to a northern european country."" Synonyms : Official, appointed, legal, recognized, licensed, authorized, approved, certified, warranted, empowered, deputed, endorsed, sanctioned, vouched for. " " Accredit: ""He was accredited with being one of the world's fastest sprinters."""" 1. Give credit to (someone) for something. ""He was accredited with being one of the world's fastest sprinters."" Synonyms : Recognize as, credit with. 2. (of an official body) give authority or sanction to (someone or something) when recognized standards have been met. ""Institutions that do not meet the standards will not be accredited for teacher training."" Synonyms : Recognize, license, authorize, approve, certify, warrant, empower, depute, endorse, sanction, vouch for, put one's seal of approval on, appoint. 3. Give official authorization for (someone, typically a diplomat or journalist) to be in a particular place or to hold a particular post. ""An ambassador accredited to a northern european country."" Synonyms : Official, appointed, legal, recognized, licensed, authorized, approved, certified, warranted, empowered, deputed, endorsed, sanctioned, vouched for. " " Accredit: ""Institutions that do not meet the standards will not be accredited for teacher training."""" 1. Give credit to (someone) for something. ""He was accredited with being one of the world's fastest sprinters."" Synonyms : Recognize as, credit with. 2. (of an official body) give authority or sanction to (someone or something) when recognized standards have been met. ""Institutions that do not meet the standards will not be accredited for teacher training."" Synonyms : Recognize, license, authorize, approve, certify, warrant, empower, depute, endorse, sanction, vouch for, put one's seal of approval on, appoint. 3. Give official authorization for (someone, typically a diplomat or journalist) to be in a particular place or to hold a particular post. ""An ambassador accredited to a northern european country."" Synonyms : Official, appointed, legal, recognized, licensed, authorized, approved, certified, warranted, empowered, deputed, endorsed, sanctioned, vouched for. " " Accredit: ""An ambassador accredited to a northern european country."""" 1. Give credit to (someone) for something. ""He was accredited with being one of the world's fastest sprinters."" Synonyms : Recognize as, credit with. 2. (of an official body) give authority or sanction to (someone or something) when recognized standards have been met. ""Institutions that do not meet the standards will not be accredited for teacher training."" Synonyms : Recognize, license, authorize, approve, certify, warrant, empower, depute, endorse, sanction, vouch for, put one's seal of approval on, appoint. 3. Give official authorization for (someone, typically a diplomat or journalist) to be in a particular place or to hold a particular post. ""An ambassador accredited to a northern european country."" Synonyms : Official, appointed, legal, recognized, licensed, authorized, approved, certified, warranted, empowered, deputed, endorsed, sanctioned, vouched for. " " Accretion /əˈkrēSH(ə)n/"" 1. The process of growth or increase, typically by the gradual accumulation of additional layers or matter. ""The accretion of sediments in coastal mangroves."" Synonyms : Accumulation, collecting, gathering, amassing, cumulation, accrual, growth, formation, enlargement, increase, gain, augmentation, rise, mushrooming, snowballing. " " Accretion: ""The accretion of sediments in coastal mangroves."""" 1. The process of growth or increase, typically by the gradual accumulation of additional layers or matter. ""The accretion of sediments in coastal mangroves."" Synonyms : Accumulation, collecting, gathering, amassing, cumulation, accrual, growth, formation, enlargement, increase, gain, augmentation, rise, mushrooming, snowballing. " " Accrue /əˈkro͞o/"" 1. (of sums of money or benefits) be received by someone in regular or increasing amounts over time. ""Financial benefits will accrue from restructuring."" Synonyms : Result, arise, follow, ensue, emanate, stem, spring, flow. " " Accrue: ""Financial benefits will accrue from restructuring."""" 1. (of sums of money or benefits) be received by someone in regular or increasing amounts over time. ""Financial benefits will accrue from restructuring."" Synonyms : Result, arise, follow, ensue, emanate, stem, spring, flow. " " Acculturation /əˌkəlCHəˈrāSH(ə)n/"" 1. Assimilation to a different culture, typically the dominant one. ""The process of acculturation may impact both social and psychological well-being."" " " Acculturation: ""The process of acculturation may impact both social and psychological well-being."""" 1. Assimilation to a different culture, typically the dominant one. ""The process of acculturation may impact both social and psychological well-being."" " " Accumulate /əˈkyo͞om(y)əˌlāt/"" 1. Gather together or acquire an increasing number or quantity of. ""Investigators have yet to accumulate enough evidence."" Synonyms : Gather, collect, assemble. " " Accumulate: ""Investigators have yet to accumulate enough evidence."""" 1. Gather together or acquire an increasing number or quantity of. ""Investigators have yet to accumulate enough evidence."" Synonyms : Gather, collect, assemble. " " Accurse /əˈkəːs/"" 1. Put a curse on; curse. ""We accurse them by the authority of the court of rome."" Synonyms : Put a curse on, put the evil eye on, execrate, imprecate, hoodoo. " " Accurse: ""We accurse them by the authority of the court of rome."""" 1. Put a curse on; curse. ""We accurse them by the authority of the court of rome."" Synonyms : Put a curse on, put the evil eye on, execrate, imprecate, hoodoo. " " Accusation /ˌakyəˈzāSH(ə)n/"" 1. A charge or claim that someone has done something illegal or wrong. ""Accusations of bribery."" Synonyms : Allegation, charge, claim, assertion, asseveration, attribution, incrimination, imputation, denouncement, indictment, arraignment, citation, inculpation, blame, condemnation, criticism, complaint. " " Accusation: ""Accusations of bribery."""" 1. A charge or claim that someone has done something illegal or wrong. ""Accusations of bribery."" Synonyms : Allegation, charge, claim, assertion, asseveration, attribution, incrimination, imputation, denouncement, indictment, arraignment, citation, inculpation, blame, condemnation, criticism, complaint. " " Accuse /əˈkyo͞oz/"" 1. Charge (someone) with an offense or crime. ""He was accused of murdering his wife's lover."" Synonyms : Charge with, indict for, arraign for, take to court for, put on trial for, bring to trial for, prosecute for. " " Accuse: ""He was accused of murdering his wife's lover."""" 1. Charge (someone) with an offense or crime. ""He was accused of murdering his wife's lover."" Synonyms : Charge with, indict for, arraign for, take to court for, put on trial for, bring to trial for, prosecute for. " " Accustom /əˈkəstəm/"" 1. Make (someone or something) accept something as normal or usual. ""I accustomed my eyes to the lenses."" Synonyms : Adapt, adjust, acclimatize, attune, habituate, accommodate, assimilate, acculturate, inure, harden, condition, reconcile, become resigned, resign. " " Accustom: ""I accustomed my eyes to the lenses."""" 1. Make (someone or something) accept something as normal or usual. ""I accustomed my eyes to the lenses."" Synonyms : Adapt, adjust, acclimatize, attune, habituate, accommodate, assimilate, acculturate, inure, harden, condition, reconcile, become resigned, resign. " " Acerbic /əˈsərbik/"" 1. (especially of a comment or style of speaking) sharp and forthright. ""His acerbic wit."" Synonyms : Sharp, sarcastic, sardonic, satirical, scathing, cutting, razor-edged, incisive, penetrating, piercing, biting, stinging, searing, keen, caustic, trenchant, bitter, acrimonious, astringent, harsh, severe, devastating, abrasive, wounding, hurtful, unkind, cruel, vitriolic, virulent, mordant, venomous, waspish, poisonous, spiteful, vicious, malicious. 2. Tasting sour or bitter. Synonyms : Sour, acid, acidic, acidulated, tart, bitter, unsweetened, sharp, acetic, acetous, vinegary, pungent, acrid. " " Acerbic: ""His acerbic wit."""" 1. (especially of a comment or style of speaking) sharp and forthright. ""His acerbic wit."" Synonyms : Sharp, sarcastic, sardonic, satirical, scathing, cutting, razor-edged, incisive, penetrating, piercing, biting, stinging, searing, keen, caustic, trenchant, bitter, acrimonious, astringent, harsh, severe, devastating, abrasive, wounding, hurtful, unkind, cruel, vitriolic, virulent, mordant, venomous, waspish, poisonous, spiteful, vicious, malicious. 2. Tasting sour or bitter. Synonyms : Sour, acid, acidic, acidulated, tart, bitter, unsweetened, sharp, acetic, acetous, vinegary, pungent, acrid. " " Acetate /ˈasəˌtāt/"" 1. A salt or ester of acetic acid, containing the anion ch₃coo⁻ or the group —occh₃. 2. Cellulose acetate, especially as used to make textile fibers or plastic. ""Acetate silk."" " " Acetate: ""Acetate silk."""" 1. A salt or ester of acetic acid, containing the anion ch₃coo⁻ or the group —occh₃. 2. Cellulose acetate, especially as used to make textile fibers or plastic. ""Acetate silk."" " " Acetic /əˈsēdik/"" 1. Of or like vinegar or acetic acid. " " Achillean /əˈkɪlɪən/"" 1. Characteristic of or resembling achilles; specifically invulnerable, invincible. " " Achromatic /ˌakrəˈmadik/"" 1. Relating to, employing, or denoting lenses that transmit light without separating it into constituent colors. ""Achromatic microscopes."" 2. Without color. ""Achromatic gloom."" Synonyms : Pale, pastel, light-toned. " " Achromatic: ""Achromatic microscopes."""" 1. Relating to, employing, or denoting lenses that transmit light without separating it into constituent colors. ""Achromatic microscopes."" 2. Without color. ""Achromatic gloom."" Synonyms : Pale, pastel, light-toned. " " Achromatic: ""Achromatic gloom."""" 1. Relating to, employing, or denoting lenses that transmit light without separating it into constituent colors. ""Achromatic microscopes."" 2. Without color. ""Achromatic gloom."" Synonyms : Pale, pastel, light-toned. " " Acidulous /əˈsijələs/"" 1. Sharp-tasting; sour. Synonyms : Acidic, sour, tart, bitter, unsweetened, sharp, biting, acrid, pungent, acerbic, vinegary, vinegarish, acetic, acetous. 2. (of a person's remarks or tone) bitter; cutting. " " Acknowledge /əkˈnäləj/"" 1. Accept or admit the existence or truth of. ""The plight of the refugees was acknowledged by the authorities."" Synonyms : Admit, accept, grant, allow, concede, confess, own, appreciate, recognize, realize, be aware of, be conscious of. 2. (of a body of opinion) recognize the fact or importance or quality of. ""The art world has begun to acknowledge his genius."" 3. Show that one has noticed or recognized (someone) by making a gesture or greeting. ""She refused to acknowledge my presence."" Synonyms : Greet, salute, address, hail, accost. " " Acknowledge: ""The plight of the refugees was acknowledged by the authorities."""" 1. Accept or admit the existence or truth of. ""The plight of the refugees was acknowledged by the authorities."" Synonyms : Admit, accept, grant, allow, concede, confess, own, appreciate, recognize, realize, be aware of, be conscious of. 2. (of a body of opinion) recognize the fact or importance or quality of. ""The art world has begun to acknowledge his genius."" 3. Show that one has noticed or recognized (someone) by making a gesture or greeting. ""She refused to acknowledge my presence."" Synonyms : Greet, salute, address, hail, accost. " " Acknowledge: ""The art world has begun to acknowledge his genius."""" 1. Accept or admit the existence or truth of. ""The plight of the refugees was acknowledged by the authorities."" Synonyms : Admit, accept, grant, allow, concede, confess, own, appreciate, recognize, realize, be aware of, be conscious of. 2. (of a body of opinion) recognize the fact or importance or quality of. ""The art world has begun to acknowledge his genius."" 3. Show that one has noticed or recognized (someone) by making a gesture or greeting. ""She refused to acknowledge my presence."" Synonyms : Greet, salute, address, hail, accost. " " Acknowledge: ""She refused to acknowledge my presence."""" 1. Accept or admit the existence or truth of. ""The plight of the refugees was acknowledged by the authorities."" Synonyms : Admit, accept, grant, allow, concede, confess, own, appreciate, recognize, realize, be aware of, be conscious of. 2. (of a body of opinion) recognize the fact or importance or quality of. ""The art world has begun to acknowledge his genius."" 3. Show that one has noticed or recognized (someone) by making a gesture or greeting. ""She refused to acknowledge my presence."" Synonyms : Greet, salute, address, hail, accost. " " Acknowledgment /əkˈnäləjmənt/"" 1. Acceptance of the truth or existence of something. ""There was no acknowledgment of the family's trauma."" Synonyms : Acceptance, admission, granting, allowing, concession, confession, appreciation, recognition, realization, awareness, cognizance, knowledge. 2. The action of expressing or displaying gratitude or appreciation for something. ""He received an award in acknowledgment of his work."" Synonyms : Thanks, gratitude, appreciation, praise, commendation, credit, recognition, regard, respect. 3. The action of showing that one has noticed someone or something. ""He touched his hat in acknowledgment of the salute."" Synonyms : Greeting, welcome, salutation, saluting, hailing, address, hello, hallo. " " Acknowledgment: ""There was no acknowledgment of the family's trauma."""" 1. Acceptance of the truth or existence of something. ""There was no acknowledgment of the family's trauma."" Synonyms : Acceptance, admission, granting, allowing, concession, confession, appreciation, recognition, realization, awareness, cognizance, knowledge. 2. The action of expressing or displaying gratitude or appreciation for something. ""He received an award in acknowledgment of his work."" Synonyms : Thanks, gratitude, appreciation, praise, commendation, credit, recognition, regard, respect. 3. The action of showing that one has noticed someone or something. ""He touched his hat in acknowledgment of the salute."" Synonyms : Greeting, welcome, salutation, saluting, hailing, address, hello, hallo. " " Acknowledgment: ""He received an award in acknowledgment of his work."""" 1. Acceptance of the truth or existence of something. ""There was no acknowledgment of the family's trauma."" Synonyms : Acceptance, admission, granting, allowing, concession, confession, appreciation, recognition, realization, awareness, cognizance, knowledge. 2. The action of expressing or displaying gratitude or appreciation for something. ""He received an award in acknowledgment of his work."" Synonyms : Thanks, gratitude, appreciation, praise, commendation, credit, recognition, regard, respect. 3. The action of showing that one has noticed someone or something. ""He touched his hat in acknowledgment of the salute."" Synonyms : Greeting, welcome, salutation, saluting, hailing, address, hello, hallo. " " Acknowledgment: ""He touched his hat in acknowledgment of the salute."""" 1. Acceptance of the truth or existence of something. ""There was no acknowledgment of the family's trauma."" Synonyms : Acceptance, admission, granting, allowing, concession, confession, appreciation, recognition, realization, awareness, cognizance, knowledge. 2. The action of expressing or displaying gratitude or appreciation for something. ""He received an award in acknowledgment of his work."" Synonyms : Thanks, gratitude, appreciation, praise, commendation, credit, recognition, regard, respect. 3. The action of showing that one has noticed someone or something. ""He touched his hat in acknowledgment of the salute."" Synonyms : Greeting, welcome, salutation, saluting, hailing, address, hello, hallo. " " Acme /ˈakmē/"" 1. The point at which someone or something is best, perfect, or most successful. ""Physics is the acme of scientific knowledge."" Synonyms : Summit, top, crest, pinnacle, mountaintop, spire, heights, brow, apex, crown, tip, cap, vertex, acme, zenith, apogee. " " Acme: ""Physics is the acme of scientific knowledge."""" 1. The point at which someone or something is best, perfect, or most successful. ""Physics is the acme of scientific knowledge."" Synonyms : Summit, top, crest, pinnacle, mountaintop, spire, heights, brow, apex, crown, tip, cap, vertex, acme, zenith, apogee. " " Acolyte /ˈakəˌlīt/"" 1. A person assisting the celebrant in a religious service or procession. 2. An assistant or follower. ""She runs the department through a small group of acolytes."" " " Acoustic /əˈko͞ostik/"" 1. The properties or qualities of a room or building that determine how sound is transmitted in it. ""Symphony hall has perfect acoustics."" 2. The branch of physics concerned with the properties of sound. ""Tyndall lectured on acoustics."" 3. A musical instrument without electrical amplification, typically a guitar. ""These german-made acoustics are a pleasure to play."" " " Acoustic: ""Symphony hall has perfect acoustics."""" 1. The properties or qualities of a room or building that determine how sound is transmitted in it. ""Symphony hall has perfect acoustics."" 2. The branch of physics concerned with the properties of sound. ""Tyndall lectured on acoustics."" 3. A musical instrument without electrical amplification, typically a guitar. ""These german-made acoustics are a pleasure to play."" " " Acoustic: ""Tyndall lectured on acoustics."""" 1. The properties or qualities of a room or building that determine how sound is transmitted in it. ""Symphony hall has perfect acoustics."" 2. The branch of physics concerned with the properties of sound. ""Tyndall lectured on acoustics."" 3. A musical instrument without electrical amplification, typically a guitar. ""These german-made acoustics are a pleasure to play."" " " Acoustic: ""These german-made acoustics are a pleasure to play."""" 1. The properties or qualities of a room or building that determine how sound is transmitted in it. ""Symphony hall has perfect acoustics."" 2. The branch of physics concerned with the properties of sound. ""Tyndall lectured on acoustics."" 3. A musical instrument without electrical amplification, typically a guitar. ""These german-made acoustics are a pleasure to play."" " " Acquaint /əˈkwānt/"" 1. Make someone aware of or familiar with. ""New staff should be acquainted with fire exit routes."" Synonyms : Familiarize, make familiar, make conversant, get up to date, keep up to date. " " Acquaint: ""New staff should be acquainted with fire exit routes."""" 1. Make someone aware of or familiar with. ""New staff should be acquainted with fire exit routes."" Synonyms : Familiarize, make familiar, make conversant, get up to date, keep up to date. " " Acquiesce /ˌakwēˈes/"" 1. Accept something reluctantly but without protest. ""Sara acquiesced in his decision."" Synonyms : Permit, consent to, agree to, allow, assent to, give one's consent to, accept, concur with, give one's assent to, give one's blessing to, say yes to, give the nod to, give one's approval to. " " Acquiesce: ""Sara acquiesced in his decision."""" 1. Accept something reluctantly but without protest. ""Sara acquiesced in his decision."" Synonyms : Permit, consent to, agree to, allow, assent to, give one's consent to, accept, concur with, give one's assent to, give one's blessing to, say yes to, give the nod to, give one's approval to. " " Acquire /əˈkwī(ə)r/"" 1. Buy or obtain (an asset or object) for oneself. ""I managed to acquire all the books I needed."" Synonyms : Obtain, come by, come to have, get, receive, gain, earn, win, come into, come in for, take possession of, take receipt of, be given. 2. Learn or develop (a skill, habit, or quality). ""You must acquire the rudiments of Greek."" Synonyms : Learn, learn thoroughly, become proficient in, know inside out, know backwards, become expert in, acquire, pick up, grasp, understand. " " Acquire: ""I managed to acquire all the books I needed."""" 1. Buy or obtain (an asset or object) for oneself. ""I managed to acquire all the books I needed."" Synonyms : Obtain, come by, come to have, get, receive, gain, earn, win, come into, come in for, take possession of, take receipt of, be given. 2. Learn or develop (a skill, habit, or quality). ""You must acquire the rudiments of Greek."" Synonyms : Learn, learn thoroughly, become proficient in, know inside out, know backwards, become expert in, acquire, pick up, grasp, understand. " " Acquire: ""You must acquire the rudiments of Greek."""" 1. Buy or obtain (an asset or object) for oneself. ""I managed to acquire all the books I needed."" Synonyms : Obtain, come by, come to have, get, receive, gain, earn, win, come into, come in for, take possession of, take receipt of, be given. 2. Learn or develop (a skill, habit, or quality). ""You must acquire the rudiments of Greek."" Synonyms : Learn, learn thoroughly, become proficient in, know inside out, know backwards, become expert in, acquire, pick up, grasp, understand. " " Acquisitive /əˈkwizədiv/"" 1. Excessively interested in acquiring money or material things. ""We live in a competitive and acquisitive society."" Synonyms : Greedy, hoarding, covetous, avaricious, possessive, grasping, grabbing, predatory, avid, rapacious, mercenary, materialistic, money-oriented. " " Acquisitive: ""We live in a competitive and acquisitive society."""" 1. Excessively interested in acquiring money or material things. ""We live in a competitive and acquisitive society."" Synonyms : Greedy, hoarding, covetous, avaricious, possessive, grasping, grabbing, predatory, avid, rapacious, mercenary, materialistic, money-oriented. " " Acquit /əˈkwit/"" 1. Free (someone) from a criminal charge by a verdict of not guilty. ""She was acquitted on all counts."" Synonyms : Absolve, clear, exonerate, exculpate, declare innocent, find innocent, pronounce not guilty. 2. Conduct oneself or perform in a specified way. ""All the young women in the contest acquitted themselves well."" Synonyms : Conduct oneself, bear oneself. " " Acquit: ""She was acquitted on all counts."""" 1. Free (someone) from a criminal charge by a verdict of not guilty. ""She was acquitted on all counts."" Synonyms : Absolve, clear, exonerate, exculpate, declare innocent, find innocent, pronounce not guilty. 2. Conduct oneself or perform in a specified way. ""All the young women in the contest acquitted themselves well."" Synonyms : Conduct oneself, bear oneself. " " Acquit: ""All the young women in the contest acquitted themselves well."""" 1. Free (someone) from a criminal charge by a verdict of not guilty. ""She was acquitted on all counts."" Synonyms : Absolve, clear, exonerate, exculpate, declare innocent, find innocent, pronounce not guilty. 2. Conduct oneself or perform in a specified way. ""All the young women in the contest acquitted themselves well."" Synonyms : Conduct oneself, bear oneself. " " Acreage /ˈāk(ə)rij/"" 1. An area of land, typically when used for agricultural purposes, but not necessarily measured in acres. ""A 35% increase in net acreage."" Synonyms : Dimensions, measurements, proportions, magnitude, largeness, bigness, bulk, area, expanse, square footage, footage, acreage. " " Acreage: ""A 35% increase in net acreage."""" 1. An area of land, typically when used for agricultural purposes, but not necessarily measured in acres. ""A 35% increase in net acreage."" Synonyms : Dimensions, measurements, proportions, magnitude, largeness, bigness, bulk, area, expanse, square footage, footage, acreage. " " Acrid /ˈakrəd/"" 1. Having an irritatingly strong and unpleasant taste or smell. ""Acrid fumes."" Synonyms : Pungent, bitter, sharp, sour, tart, harsh, acid, acidic, acidulated, vinegary, acerbic, acetic, acetous. " " Acrid: ""Acrid fumes."""" 1. Having an irritatingly strong and unpleasant taste or smell. ""Acrid fumes."" Synonyms : Pungent, bitter, sharp, sour, tart, harsh, acid, acidic, acidulated, vinegary, acerbic, acetic, acetous. " " Acrimonious /ˌakrəˈmōnēəs/"" 1. (typically of speech or a debate) angry and bitter. ""An acrimonious dispute about wages."" Synonyms : Bitter, rancorous, caustic, acerbic, scathing, sarcastic, acid, harsh, sharp, razor-edged, cutting, astringent, trenchant, mordant, virulent. " " Acrimonious: ""An acrimonious dispute about wages."""" 1. (typically of speech or a debate) angry and bitter. ""An acrimonious dispute about wages."" Synonyms : Bitter, rancorous, caustic, acerbic, scathing, sarcastic, acid, harsh, sharp, razor-edged, cutting, astringent, trenchant, mordant, virulent. " " Acrimony /ˈakrəˌmōnē/"" 1. Bitterness or ill feeling. ""A quagmire of lawsuits, acrimony, and finger-pointing."" Synonyms : Bitterness, rancour, resentment, ill feeling, ill will, bad blood, animosity, hostility, enmity, antagonism, irascibility, waspishness, spleen. " " Acrimony: ""A quagmire of lawsuits, acrimony, and finger-pointing."""" 1. Bitterness or ill feeling. ""A quagmire of lawsuits, acrimony, and finger-pointing."" Synonyms : Bitterness, rancour, resentment, ill feeling, ill will, bad blood, animosity, hostility, enmity, antagonism, irascibility, waspishness, spleen. " " Acrophobia /ˌakrəˈfōbēə/"" 1. Extreme or irrational fear of heights. Synonyms : Dizziness, giddiness, light-headedness, loss of balance, loss of equilibrium, spinning of the head, swimming of the head. " " Actionable /ˈakSH(ə)nəb(ə)l/"" 1. Giving sufficient reason to take legal action. ""Slanderous remarks are actionable."" 2. Able to be done or acted on; having practical value. ""Insightful and actionable information on the effect advertising is having on your brand."" Synonyms : Unlawful, illegal, against the law, illicit, illegitimate, lawbreaking, lawless, felonious, delinquent, culpable, villainous, nefarious, corrupt, fraudulent. " " Actionable: ""Slanderous remarks are actionable."""" 1. Giving sufficient reason to take legal action. ""Slanderous remarks are actionable."" 2. Able to be done or acted on; having practical value. ""Insightful and actionable information on the effect advertising is having on your brand."" Synonyms : Unlawful, illegal, against the law, illicit, illegitimate, lawbreaking, lawless, felonious, delinquent, culpable, villainous, nefarious, corrupt, fraudulent. " " Actionable: ""Insightful and actionable information on the effect advertising is having on your brand."""" 1. Giving sufficient reason to take legal action. ""Slanderous remarks are actionable."" 2. Able to be done or acted on; having practical value. ""Insightful and actionable information on the effect advertising is having on your brand."" Synonyms : Unlawful, illegal, against the law, illicit, illegitimate, lawbreaking, lawless, felonious, delinquent, culpable, villainous, nefarious, corrupt, fraudulent. " " Activism /ˈaktəˌvizəm/"" 1. The policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change. ""Growing activism on the abortion issue."" Synonyms : Fanaticism, radicalism, zealotry, zeal, fundamentalism, dogmatism, bigotry, militancy, activism. " " Activism: ""Growing activism on the abortion issue."""" 1. The policy or action of using vigorous campaigning to bring about political or social change. ""Growing activism on the abortion issue."" Synonyms : Fanaticism, radicalism, zealotry, zeal, fundamentalism, dogmatism, bigotry, militancy, activism. " " Actuality /ˌak(t)SHəˈwalədē/"" 1. Actual existence, typically as contrasted with what was intended, expected, or believed. ""The building looked as impressive in actuality as it did in magazines."" Synonyms : Reality, fact, truth, the real world, real life, existence, living. " " Actuality: ""The building looked as impressive in actuality as it did in magazines."""" 1. Actual existence, typically as contrasted with what was intended, expected, or believed. ""The building looked as impressive in actuality as it did in magazines."" Synonyms : Reality, fact, truth, the real world, real life, existence, living. " " Actuarial /ˌak(t)SHəˈwerēəl/"" 1. Relating to actuaries or their work of compiling and analyzing statistics to calculate insurance risks and premiums. ""An actuarial consulting firm."" " " Actuarial: ""An actuarial consulting firm."""" 1. Relating to actuaries or their work of compiling and analyzing statistics to calculate insurance risks and premiums. ""An actuarial consulting firm."" " " Actuary /ˈak(t)SHəˌwerē/"" 1. A person who compiles and analyzes statistics and uses them to calculate insurance risks and premiums. ""Every area of business is subject to risks so an actuarial career offers many employment options, including banking, insurance, healthcare, pensions, investment but also non-financial areas."" " " Acuity /əˈkyo͞oədē/"" 1. Sharpness or keenness of thought, vision, or hearing. ""Intellectual acuity."" Synonyms : Insight, discernment, perception, perceptiveness, intelligence, sharp-wittedness, quick-wittedness, cleverness, smartness, incisiveness, keenness, sharpness, trenchancy, astuteness, shrewdness, acuteness, subtlety, clarity, acuity, discrimination, sensitivity, thoughtfulness, profundity, percipience, perspicacity, perspicuity, sagacity. " " Acuity: ""Intellectual acuity."""" 1. Sharpness or keenness of thought, vision, or hearing. ""Intellectual acuity."" Synonyms : Insight, discernment, perception, perceptiveness, intelligence, sharp-wittedness, quick-wittedness, cleverness, smartness, incisiveness, keenness, sharpness, trenchancy, astuteness, shrewdness, acuteness, subtlety, clarity, acuity, discrimination, sensitivity, thoughtfulness, profundity, percipience, perspicacity, perspicuity, sagacity. " " Acumen /əˈkyo͞omən/"" 1. The ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in a particular domain. ""Business acumen."" Synonyms : Astuteness, awareness, shrewdness, acuity, sharpness, sharp-wittedness, cleverness, brightness, smartness. " " Acumen: ""Business acumen."""" 1. The ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in a particular domain. ""Business acumen."" Synonyms : Astuteness, awareness, shrewdness, acuity, sharpness, sharp-wittedness, cleverness, brightness, smartness. " " Acute /əˈkyo͞ot/"" 1. Short for acute accent. ""The word côte has no acute on the ""e"" at the end of the word while coté does."" 2. Having or showing a perceptive understanding or insight; shrewd. ""An acute awareness of changing fashions."" Synonyms : Astute, shrewd, sharp, sharp-witted, razor-sharp, rapier-like, quick, quick-witted, agile, nimble, ingenious, clever, intelligent, bright, brilliant, smart, canny, intuitive, discerning, perceptive, perspicacious, penetrating, insightful, incisive, piercing, discriminating, sagacious, wise, judicious. 3. (of an angle) less than 90°. " " Acute: ""The word côte has no acute on the ""e"" at the end of the word while coté does."""" 1. Short for acute accent. ""The word côte has no acute on the ""e"" at the end of the word while coté does."" 2. Having or showing a perceptive understanding or insight; shrewd. ""An acute awareness of changing fashions."" Synonyms : Astute, shrewd, sharp, sharp-witted, razor-sharp, rapier-like, quick, quick-witted, agile, nimble, ingenious, clever, intelligent, bright, brilliant, smart, canny, intuitive, discerning, perceptive, perspicacious, penetrating, insightful, incisive, piercing, discriminating, sagacious, wise, judicious. 3. (of an angle) less than 90°. " " Acute: ""An acute awareness of changing fashions."""" 1. Short for acute accent. ""The word côte has no acute on the ""e"" at the end of the word while coté does."" 2. Having or showing a perceptive understanding or insight; shrewd. ""An acute awareness of changing fashions."" Synonyms : Astute, shrewd, sharp, sharp-witted, razor-sharp, rapier-like, quick, quick-witted, agile, nimble, ingenious, clever, intelligent, bright, brilliant, smart, canny, intuitive, discerning, perceptive, perspicacious, penetrating, insightful, incisive, piercing, discriminating, sagacious, wise, judicious. 3. (of an angle) less than 90°. " " Ad Hoc /ad ˈhɒk/"" 1. Created or done for a particular purpose as necessary. ""The discussions were on an ad hoc basis."" Synonyms : Impromptu, extempore, extemporary, extemporaneous, expedient, emergency, improvised, rough and ready, makeshift, make-do, cobbled together, thrown together. " " Ad Hoc: ""The discussions were on an ad hoc basis."""" 1. Created or done for a particular purpose as necessary. ""The discussions were on an ad hoc basis."" Synonyms : Impromptu, extempore, extemporary, extemporaneous, expedient, emergency, improvised, rough and ready, makeshift, make-do, cobbled together, thrown together. " " Ad Infinitum /ˌad ɪnfɪˈnʌɪtəm/"" 1. Again and again in the same way; forever. ""Registration is for seven years and may be renewed ad infinitum."" Synonyms : Forever, for ever and ever, evermore, always, for all time, till the end of time, in perpetuity. " " Ad Infinitum: ""Registration is for seven years and may be renewed ad infinitum."""" 1. Again and again in the same way; forever. ""Registration is for seven years and may be renewed ad infinitum."" Synonyms : Forever, for ever and ever, evermore, always, for all time, till the end of time, in perpetuity. " " Adage /ˈadij/"" 1. A proverb or short statement expressing a general truth. ""The old adage “out of sight out of mind.”."" Synonyms : Saying, maxim, axiom, proverb, aphorism, saw, dictum, precept, epigram, epigraph, motto, truism, platitude, cliché, commonplace. " " Adage: ""The old adage “out of sight out of mind.”."""" 1. A proverb or short statement expressing a general truth. ""The old adage “out of sight out of mind.”."" Synonyms : Saying, maxim, axiom, proverb, aphorism, saw, dictum, precept, epigram, epigraph, motto, truism, platitude, cliché, commonplace. " " Adamant /ˈadəmənt/"" 1. A legendary rock or mineral to which many, often contradictory, properties were attributed, formerly associated with diamond or lodestone. ""As for the magical metal, asiceton, it sounds like adamant."" " " Adamant: ""As for the magical metal, asiceton, it sounds like adamant."""" 1. A legendary rock or mineral to which many, often contradictory, properties were attributed, formerly associated with diamond or lodestone. ""As for the magical metal, asiceton, it sounds like adamant."" " " Adapt /əˈdapt/"" 1. Make (something) suitable for a new use or purpose; modify. ""Hospitals have had to be adapted for modern medical practice."" Synonyms : Modify, alter, make alterations to, change, adjust, make adjustments to, convert, transform, redesign, restyle, refashion, remodel, reshape, revamp, rework, redo, reconstruct, reorganize. " " Adapt: ""Hospitals have had to be adapted for modern medical practice."""" 1. Make (something) suitable for a new use or purpose; modify. ""Hospitals have had to be adapted for modern medical practice."" Synonyms : Modify, alter, make alterations to, change, adjust, make adjustments to, convert, transform, redesign, restyle, refashion, remodel, reshape, revamp, rework, redo, reconstruct, reorganize. " " Addendum /əˈdendəm/"" 1. An item of additional material, typically omissions, added at the end of a book or other publication. Synonyms : Appendix, codicil, postscript, afterword, tailpiece, rider, coda, supplement, accompaniment. 2. The radial distance from the pitch circle of a cogwheel, worm wheel, etc., to the crests of the teeth or ridges. " " Addle /ˈadl/"" 1. (of an egg) rotten. 2. (of an egg) become rotten, producing no chick. ""The extremely hot and dry weather had caused the eggs to addle."" " " Addle: ""The extremely hot and dry weather had caused the eggs to addle."""" 1. (of an egg) rotten. 2. (of an egg) become rotten, producing no chick. ""The extremely hot and dry weather had caused the eggs to addle."" " " Adduce /əˈd(y)o͞os/"" 1. Cite as evidence. ""A number of factors are adduced to explain the situation."" Synonyms : Quote, reproduce. " " Adduce: ""A number of factors are adduced to explain the situation."""" 1. Cite as evidence. ""A number of factors are adduced to explain the situation."" Synonyms : Quote, reproduce. " " Adept /əˈdept/"" 1. A person who is skilled or proficient at something. " " Adequate /ˈadəkwət/"" 1. Satisfactory or acceptable in quality or quantity. ""This office is perfectly adequate for my needs."" Synonyms : Sufficient, enough, ample, requisite, apposite, appropriate, suitable. " " Adequate: ""This office is perfectly adequate for my needs."""" 1. Satisfactory or acceptable in quality or quantity. ""This office is perfectly adequate for my needs."" Synonyms : Sufficient, enough, ample, requisite, apposite, appropriate, suitable. " " Adhere /ədˈhir/"" 1. Stick fast to (a surface or substance). ""Paint won't adhere well to a greasy surface."" Synonyms : Stick, stick fast, cling, hold fast, cohere, bond, attach. 2. Believe in and follow the practices of. ""The people adhere to the muslim religion."" Synonyms : Get involved with, take up with, join up with, go around with, string along with, become friendly with, make friends with, strike up a friendship with, start seeing, make the acquaintance of. " " Adhere: ""Paint won't adhere well to a greasy surface."""" 1. Stick fast to (a surface or substance). ""Paint won't adhere well to a greasy surface."" Synonyms : Stick, stick fast, cling, hold fast, cohere, bond, attach. 2. Believe in and follow the practices of. ""The people adhere to the muslim religion."" Synonyms : Get involved with, take up with, join up with, go around with, string along with, become friendly with, make friends with, strike up a friendship with, start seeing, make the acquaintance of. " " Adhere: ""The people adhere to the muslim religion."""" 1. Stick fast to (a surface or substance). ""Paint won't adhere well to a greasy surface."" Synonyms : Stick, stick fast, cling, hold fast, cohere, bond, attach. 2. Believe in and follow the practices of. ""The people adhere to the muslim religion."" Synonyms : Get involved with, take up with, join up with, go around with, string along with, become friendly with, make friends with, strike up a friendship with, start seeing, make the acquaintance of. " " Adherent /adˈhirənt/"" 1. Sticking fast to an object or surface. ""The eggs have thick sticky shells to which debris is often adherent."" Synonyms : Adhesive, sticky, sticking, adhering, clinging, tacky, gluey, gummy, gummed, cohesive, viscous, viscid, glutinous, mucilaginous. 2. Someone who supports a particular party, person, or set of ideas. ""He was a strong adherent of monetarism."" Synonyms : Follower, supporter. " " Adherent: ""The eggs have thick sticky shells to which debris is often adherent."""" 1. Sticking fast to an object or surface. ""The eggs have thick sticky shells to which debris is often adherent."" Synonyms : Adhesive, sticky, sticking, adhering, clinging, tacky, gluey, gummy, gummed, cohesive, viscous, viscid, glutinous, mucilaginous. 2. Someone who supports a particular party, person, or set of ideas. ""He was a strong adherent of monetarism."" Synonyms : Follower, supporter. " " Adhesion /ədˈhēZH(ə)n/"" 1. The action or process of adhering to a surface or object. ""The adhesion of the scotch tape to the paper."" Synonyms : Sticking, adherence, gluing, fixing, fastening, union. 2. An abnormal union of membranous surfaces due to inflammation or injury. ""Endoscopic surgery for pelvic adhesions."" " " Adhesion: ""The adhesion of the scotch tape to the paper."""" 1. The action or process of adhering to a surface or object. ""The adhesion of the scotch tape to the paper."" Synonyms : Sticking, adherence, gluing, fixing, fastening, union. 2. An abnormal union of membranous surfaces due to inflammation or injury. ""Endoscopic surgery for pelvic adhesions."" " " Adhesion: ""Endoscopic surgery for pelvic adhesions."""" 1. The action or process of adhering to a surface or object. ""The adhesion of the scotch tape to the paper."" Synonyms : Sticking, adherence, gluing, fixing, fastening, union. 2. An abnormal union of membranous surfaces due to inflammation or injury. ""Endoscopic surgery for pelvic adhesions."" " " Adieu /əˈdo͞o/"" 1. A goodbye. ""He whispered a fond adieu."" Synonyms : Goodbye, farewell. " " Adieu: ""He whispered a fond adieu."""" 1. A goodbye. ""He whispered a fond adieu."" Synonyms : Goodbye, farewell. " " Adjacent /əˈjās(ə)nt/"" 1. Next to or adjoining something else. ""Adjacent rooms."" Synonyms : Adjoining, neighbouring, neighbouring on, next door to, abutting, close to, near to, next to, by, close by, by the side of, bordering, bordering on, beside, alongside, abreast of, contiguous with, proximate to, attached to, touching, joining. 2. (of angles) having a common vertex and a common side. ""At each vertex we consider the angles formed on the adjacent faces at that corner."" " " Adjacent: ""Adjacent rooms."""" 1. Next to or adjoining something else. ""Adjacent rooms."" Synonyms : Adjoining, neighbouring, neighbouring on, next door to, abutting, close to, near to, next to, by, close by, by the side of, bordering, bordering on, beside, alongside, abreast of, contiguous with, proximate to, attached to, touching, joining. 2. (of angles) having a common vertex and a common side. ""At each vertex we consider the angles formed on the adjacent faces at that corner."" " " Adjacent: ""At each vertex we consider the angles formed on the adjacent faces at that corner."""" 1. Next to or adjoining something else. ""Adjacent rooms."" Synonyms : Adjoining, neighbouring, neighbouring on, next door to, abutting, close to, near to, next to, by, close by, by the side of, bordering, bordering on, beside, alongside, abreast of, contiguous with, proximate to, attached to, touching, joining. 2. (of angles) having a common vertex and a common side. ""At each vertex we consider the angles formed on the adjacent faces at that corner."" " " Adjourn /əˈjərn/"" 1. Break off (a meeting, legal case, or game) with the intention of resuming it later. ""The meeting was adjourned until december 4."" Synonyms : End, bring to an end, come to an end, conclude, finish, terminate, wind up, break off, halt, call a halt to, discontinue, dissolve. " " Adjourn: ""The meeting was adjourned until december 4."""" 1. Break off (a meeting, legal case, or game) with the intention of resuming it later. ""The meeting was adjourned until december 4."" Synonyms : End, bring to an end, come to an end, conclude, finish, terminate, wind up, break off, halt, call a halt to, discontinue, dissolve. " " Adjudge /əˈjəj/"" 1. Consider or declare to be true or the case. ""She was adjudged guilty."" Synonyms : Justice, magistrate, her honour, his honour, your honour. " " Adjudge: ""She was adjudged guilty."""" 1. Consider or declare to be true or the case. ""She was adjudged guilty."" Synonyms : Justice, magistrate, her honour, his honour, your honour. " " Adjudicate /əˈjo͞odəˌkāt/"" 1. Make a formal judgment or decision about a problem or disputed matter. ""The committee adjudicates on all betting disputes."" " " Adjudicate: ""The committee adjudicates on all betting disputes."""" 1. Make a formal judgment or decision about a problem or disputed matter. ""The committee adjudicates on all betting disputes."" " " Adjunct /ˈaˌjəNGkt/"" 1. Connected or added to something, typically in an auxiliary way. ""Other alternative or adjunct therapies include immunotherapy."" Synonyms : Additional, supplementary, supplemental, extra, reserve, backup, emergency, fallback, spare, substitute, other. 2. A word or phrase used to amplify or modify the meaning of another word or words in a sentence. " " Adjunct: ""Other alternative or adjunct therapies include immunotherapy."""" 1. Connected or added to something, typically in an auxiliary way. ""Other alternative or adjunct therapies include immunotherapy."" Synonyms : Additional, supplementary, supplemental, extra, reserve, backup, emergency, fallback, spare, substitute, other. 2. A word or phrase used to amplify or modify the meaning of another word or words in a sentence. " " Adjuration /ˌajəˈrāSH(ə)n/"" 1. A solemn oath. 2. An earnest urging or advising. ""Though he was loath to take over the family business, he couldn't refuse his ailing father's adjuration."" " " Adjuration: ""Though he was loath to take over the family business, he couldn't refuse his ailing father's adjuration."""" 1. A solemn oath. 2. An earnest urging or advising. ""Though he was loath to take over the family business, he couldn't refuse his ailing father's adjuration."" " " Adjutant /ˈajəd(ə)nt/"" 1. A military officer who acts as an administrative assistant to a senior officer. ""He eventually became adjutant to the commander of the tactical air force."" " " Adjutant: ""He eventually became adjutant to the commander of the tactical air force."""" 1. A military officer who acts as an administrative assistant to a senior officer. ""He eventually became adjutant to the commander of the tactical air force."" " " Administrator /ədˈminəˌstrādər/"" 1. A person responsible for running a business, organization, etc. Synonyms : Manager, director, managing director, executive, chief executive, controller, chair, chairperson, chairman, chairwoman, head, boss, chief, principal, official, leader, governor, premier, president, superintendent, supervisor, employer, proprietor. " " Admissible /ədˈmisəb(ə)l/"" 1. Acceptable or valid, especially as evidence in a court of law. ""The court unanimously held that the hearsay was admissible."" Synonyms : Allowable, allowed, permissible, permitted, acceptable, passable, tolerable, satisfactory, justifiable, defensible, supportable, well founded, tenable, sound, sensible, reasonable. 2. Having the right to be admitted to a place. ""Foreigners were admissible only as temporary workers."" " " Admissible: ""The court unanimously held that the hearsay was admissible."""" 1. Acceptable or valid, especially as evidence in a court of law. ""The court unanimously held that the hearsay was admissible."" Synonyms : Allowable, allowed, permissible, permitted, acceptable, passable, tolerable, satisfactory, justifiable, defensible, supportable, well founded, tenable, sound, sensible, reasonable. 2. Having the right to be admitted to a place. ""Foreigners were admissible only as temporary workers."" " " Admissible: ""Foreigners were admissible only as temporary workers."""" 1. Acceptable or valid, especially as evidence in a court of law. ""The court unanimously held that the hearsay was admissible."" Synonyms : Allowable, allowed, permissible, permitted, acceptable, passable, tolerable, satisfactory, justifiable, defensible, supportable, well founded, tenable, sound, sensible, reasonable. 2. Having the right to be admitted to a place. ""Foreigners were admissible only as temporary workers."" " " Admittance /ədˈmitns/"" 1. The process or fact of entering or being allowed to enter a place or institution. ""People were unable to gain admittance to the hall."" Synonyms : Entry, right of entry, permission to enter, admission, entrance, access, right of access, ingress, entrée, acceptance. 2. A measure of electrical conduction, numerically equal to the reciprocal of the impedance. ""A simple elastic model was then used to calculate theoretical admittance for different elastic thicknesses."" " " Admittance: ""People were unable to gain admittance to the hall."""" 1. The process or fact of entering or being allowed to enter a place or institution. ""People were unable to gain admittance to the hall."" Synonyms : Entry, right of entry, permission to enter, admission, entrance, access, right of access, ingress, entrée, acceptance. 2. A measure of electrical conduction, numerically equal to the reciprocal of the impedance. ""A simple elastic model was then used to calculate theoretical admittance for different elastic thicknesses."" " " Admittance: ""A simple elastic model was then used to calculate theoretical admittance for different elastic thicknesses."""" 1. The process or fact of entering or being allowed to enter a place or institution. ""People were unable to gain admittance to the hall."" Synonyms : Entry, right of entry, permission to enter, admission, entrance, access, right of access, ingress, entrée, acceptance. 2. A measure of electrical conduction, numerically equal to the reciprocal of the impedance. ""A simple elastic model was then used to calculate theoretical admittance for different elastic thicknesses."" " " Admonish /ədˈmɒnɪʃ/"" 1. Warn or reprimand someone firmly. ""She admonished me for appearing at breakfast unshaven."" Synonyms : Reprimand, rebuke, scold, reprove, upbraid, chastise, chide, censure, castigate, lambaste, berate, reproach, lecture, criticize, take to task, pull up, read the riot act to, give a piece of one's mind to, haul over the coals. " " Admonish: ""She admonished me for appearing at breakfast unshaven."""" 1. Warn or reprimand someone firmly. ""She admonished me for appearing at breakfast unshaven."" Synonyms : Reprimand, rebuke, scold, reprove, upbraid, chastise, chide, censure, castigate, lambaste, berate, reproach, lecture, criticize, take to task, pull up, read the riot act to, give a piece of one's mind to, haul over the coals. " " Admonitory /ədˈmänəˌtôrē/"" 1. Giving or conveying a warning or reprimand. ""The sergeant lifted an admonitory finger."" Synonyms : Menacing, intimidating, bullying, frightening, terrifying, scary, fearsome, mean-looking, alarming, forbidding, baleful. " " Admonitory: ""The sergeant lifted an admonitory finger."""" 1. Giving or conveying a warning or reprimand. ""The sergeant lifted an admonitory finger."" Synonyms : Menacing, intimidating, bullying, frightening, terrifying, scary, fearsome, mean-looking, alarming, forbidding, baleful. " " Ado /əˈdo͞o/"" 1. A state of agitation or fuss, especially about something unimportant. ""This is much ado about almost nothing."" Synonyms : Fuss, trouble, bother, upset, agitation, commotion, stir, hubbub, confusion, excitement, tumult, disturbance, hurly-burly, uproar, flurry, to-do, palaver, rigmarole, brouhaha, furore. " " Ado: ""This is much ado about almost nothing."""" 1. A state of agitation or fuss, especially about something unimportant. ""This is much ado about almost nothing."" Synonyms : Fuss, trouble, bother, upset, agitation, commotion, stir, hubbub, confusion, excitement, tumult, disturbance, hurly-burly, uproar, flurry, to-do, palaver, rigmarole, brouhaha, furore. " " Adoration /ˌadəˈrāSH(ə)n/"" 1. Deep love and respect. ""He gave her a look of adoration."" Synonyms : Love, devotion, care, fondness, warmth, affection. 2. Worship; veneration. ""The adoration of the magi."" Synonyms : Worship, glorify, praise, revere, reverence, exalt, laud, extol, esteem, venerate, pay homage to, pay tribute to. " " Adoration: ""He gave her a look of adoration."""" 1. Deep love and respect. ""He gave her a look of adoration."" Synonyms : Love, devotion, care, fondness, warmth, affection. 2. Worship; veneration. ""The adoration of the magi."" Synonyms : Worship, glorify, praise, revere, reverence, exalt, laud, extol, esteem, venerate, pay homage to, pay tribute to. " " Adoration: ""The adoration of the magi."""" 1. Deep love and respect. ""He gave her a look of adoration."" Synonyms : Love, devotion, care, fondness, warmth, affection. 2. Worship; veneration. ""The adoration of the magi."" Synonyms : Worship, glorify, praise, revere, reverence, exalt, laud, extol, esteem, venerate, pay homage to, pay tribute to. " " Adorn /əˈdôrn/"" 1. Make more beautiful or attractive. ""Pictures and prints adorned his walls."" Synonyms : Embellish, decorate, furnish, ornament, add ornament to, enhance. " " Adorn: ""Pictures and prints adorned his walls."""" 1. Make more beautiful or attractive. ""Pictures and prints adorned his walls."" Synonyms : Embellish, decorate, furnish, ornament, add ornament to, enhance. " " Adroit /əˈdroit/"" 1. Clever or skillful in using the hands or mind. ""He was adroit at tax avoidance."" Synonyms : Skilful, adept, dexterous, deft, agile, nimble, nimble-fingered, handy. " " Adroit: ""He was adroit at tax avoidance."""" 1. Clever or skillful in using the hands or mind. ""He was adroit at tax avoidance."" Synonyms : Skilful, adept, dexterous, deft, agile, nimble, nimble-fingered, handy. " " Adulation /ˌajəˈlāSH(ə)n/"" 1. Obsequious flattery; excessive admiration or praise. ""He found it difficult to cope with the adulation of the fans."" Synonyms : Hero-worship, worship, admiration, admiring, high regard, respect, lionization, lionizing, idolization, idolizing, veneration, awe, devotion, adoration, exaltation, honour, homage, glorification, glory, praise, praising, commendation, flattery, applause. " " Adulation: ""He found it difficult to cope with the adulation of the fans."""" 1. Obsequious flattery; excessive admiration or praise. ""He found it difficult to cope with the adulation of the fans."" Synonyms : Hero-worship, worship, admiration, admiring, high regard, respect, lionization, lionizing, idolization, idolizing, veneration, awe, devotion, adoration, exaltation, honour, homage, glorification, glory, praise, praising, commendation, flattery, applause. " " Adulterate /əˈdəltəˌrāt/"" 1. Render (something) poorer in quality by adding another substance, typically an inferior one. ""The meat was ground fine and adulterated with potato flour."" Synonyms : Make impure, degrade, debase, spoil, taint, defile, contaminate, pollute, foul, sully. " " Adulterate: ""The meat was ground fine and adulterated with potato flour."""" 1. Render (something) poorer in quality by adding another substance, typically an inferior one. ""The meat was ground fine and adulterated with potato flour."" Synonyms : Make impure, degrade, debase, spoil, taint, defile, contaminate, pollute, foul, sully. " " Adumbrate /ˈadəmˌbrāt/"" 1. Report or represent in outline. ""James Madison adumbrated the necessity that the senate be somewhat insulated from public passions."" " " Adumbrate: ""James Madison adumbrated the necessity that the senate be somewhat insulated from public passions."""" 1. Report or represent in outline. ""James Madison adumbrated the necessity that the senate be somewhat insulated from public passions."" " " Advent /ˈadˌvent/"" 1. The arrival of a notable person, thing, or event. ""The advent of television."" Synonyms : Arrival, appearance, emergence, materialization, surfacing, occurrence, dawn, origin, birth, rise, development. " " Advent: ""The advent of television."""" 1. The arrival of a notable person, thing, or event. ""The advent of television."" Synonyms : Arrival, appearance, emergence, materialization, surfacing, occurrence, dawn, origin, birth, rise, development. " " Adventitious /ˌadvenˈtiSHəs/"" 1. Happening or carried on according to chance rather than design or inherent nature. ""My adventures were always adventitious, always thrust on me."" Synonyms : Unplanned, unpremeditated, accidental, unintentional, unintended, unexpected, unforeseen, involuntary, chance, fortuitous, serendipitous, coincidental, casual, random, fluky, unlooked-for, unhoped-for, not bargained for, out of the blue, without warning. " " Adventitious: ""My adventures were always adventitious, always thrust on me."""" 1. Happening or carried on according to chance rather than design or inherent nature. ""My adventures were always adventitious, always thrust on me."" Synonyms : Unplanned, unpremeditated, accidental, unintentional, unintended, unexpected, unforeseen, involuntary, chance, fortuitous, serendipitous, coincidental, casual, random, fluky, unlooked-for, unhoped-for, not bargained for, out of the blue, without warning. " " Adversary /ˈadvərˌserē/"" 1. One's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute. ""Davis beat his old adversary in the quarterfinals."" Synonyms : Opponent, rival, enemy, foe, nemesis, antagonist, combatant, challenger, contender, competitor, opposer, fellow contestant. " " Adversary: ""Davis beat his old adversary in the quarterfinals."""" 1. One's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute. ""Davis beat his old adversary in the quarterfinals."" Synonyms : Opponent, rival, enemy, foe, nemesis, antagonist, combatant, challenger, contender, competitor, opposer, fellow contestant. " " Adverse /adˈvərs/"" 1. Preventing success or development; harmful; unfavorable. ""Taxes are having an adverse effect on production."" Synonyms : Unfavourable, disadvantageous, inauspicious, unpropitious, unfortunate, unlucky, untimely, untoward. " " Adverse: ""Taxes are having an adverse effect on production."""" 1. Preventing success or development; harmful; unfavorable. ""Taxes are having an adverse effect on production."" Synonyms : Unfavourable, disadvantageous, inauspicious, unpropitious, unfortunate, unlucky, untimely, untoward. " " Adversity /ədˈvərsədē/"" 1. Difficulties; misfortune. ""Resilience in the face of adversity."" Synonyms : Misfortune, ill luck, bad luck, trouble, difficulty, hardship, distress, disaster, misadventure, suffering, affliction, sorrow, misery, heartbreak, heartache, wretchedness, tribulation, woe, pain, trauma, torment, torture. " " Adversity: ""Resilience in the face of adversity."""" 1. Difficulties; misfortune. ""Resilience in the face of adversity."" Synonyms : Misfortune, ill luck, bad luck, trouble, difficulty, hardship, distress, disaster, misadventure, suffering, affliction, sorrow, misery, heartbreak, heartache, wretchedness, tribulation, woe, pain, trauma, torment, torture. " " Advert /ˈadˌvərt/"" 1. An advertisement. ""Sales increased dramatically in this quarter showing the efficacy of our new advert."" Synonyms : Notice, announcement, bulletin. " " Advisory /ədˈvīzərē/"" 1. An official announcement, typically a warning about bad weather conditions. ""A frost advisory."" Synonyms : Official communication, press release, bulletin, message, missive, dispatch, statement, report, news flash, notification, announcement, declaration, proclamation, pronouncement. " " Advisory: ""A frost advisory."""" 1. An official announcement, typically a warning about bad weather conditions. ""A frost advisory."" Synonyms : Official communication, press release, bulletin, message, missive, dispatch, statement, report, news flash, notification, announcement, declaration, proclamation, pronouncement. " " Advocacy /ˈadvəkəsē/"" 1. Public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy. ""Their advocacy of traditional family values."" Synonyms : Support for, argument for, arguing for, calling for, pushing for, pressing for. " " Advocacy: ""Their advocacy of traditional family values."""" 1. Public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy. ""Their advocacy of traditional family values."" Synonyms : Support for, argument for, arguing for, calling for, pushing for, pressing for. " " Advocate /ˈadvəkət/"" 1. Publicly recommend or support. ""They advocated an ethical foreign policy."" Synonyms : Recommend, prescribe, commend, advise, favour, approve of, support, back, uphold, subscribe to, champion, campaign on behalf of, stand up for, speak for, argue for, plead for, press for, lobby for, urge, promote, espouse, endorse, sanction, vouch for. " " Advocate: ""They advocated an ethical foreign policy."""" 1. Publicly recommend or support. ""They advocated an ethical foreign policy."" Synonyms : Recommend, prescribe, commend, advise, favour, approve of, support, back, uphold, subscribe to, champion, campaign on behalf of, stand up for, speak for, argue for, plead for, press for, lobby for, urge, promote, espouse, endorse, sanction, vouch for. " " Aegis /ˈējis/"" 1. The protection, backing, or support of a particular person or organization. ""Negotiations were conducted under the aegis of the un."" Synonyms : Patronage, sponsorship, backing, protection, shelter, umbrella, charge, keeping, care, supervision, guidance, guardianship, trusteeship, support, agency, safeguarding, defence, protectorship, championship, aid, assistance, guaranty. " " Aegis: ""Negotiations were conducted under the aegis of the un."""" 1. The protection, backing, or support of a particular person or organization. ""Negotiations were conducted under the aegis of the un."" Synonyms : Patronage, sponsorship, backing, protection, shelter, umbrella, charge, keeping, care, supervision, guidance, guardianship, trusteeship, support, agency, safeguarding, defence, protectorship, championship, aid, assistance, guaranty. " " Aerial /ˈerēəl/"" 1. Another term for antenna (sense 2). ""Jiggle the aerial on the radio."" Synonyms : Flagpole, flagstaff, pole, post, rod, support, upright. 2. A type of maneuver in gymnastics, skiing, or surfing involving freestyle jumps or somersaults. " " Aerial: ""Jiggle the aerial on the radio."""" 1. Another term for antenna (sense 2). ""Jiggle the aerial on the radio."" Synonyms : Flagpole, flagstaff, pole, post, rod, support, upright. 2. A type of maneuver in gymnastics, skiing, or surfing involving freestyle jumps or somersaults. " " Aerie /ˈerē/"" 1. A large nest of a bird of prey, especially an eagle, typically built high in a tree or on a cliff. Synonyms : Roost, eyrie. 2. A high or inaccessible place from which someone can observe what is below them. ""His 40th floor eyrie in the tallest office building in Portland."" " " Aeronaut /ˈerəˌnôt/"" 1. A traveler in a hot-air balloon, airship, or other flying craft. Synonyms : Airman, airwoman, flyer, aeronaut. " " Aerostat /ˈerəˌstat/"" 1. An airship or hot-air balloon, especially one that is tethered. " " Aesthete /ˈesˌTHēt/"" 1. A person who has or affects to have a special appreciation of art and beauty. ""Her favourite strong blues and purples would have struck painfully on the refined colour-sense of an aesthete."" Synonyms : Dandy, fop, beau, man about town, bright young thing, glamour boy, rake. " " Aesthetic /esˈTHedik/"" 1. A set of principles underlying and guiding the work of a particular artist or artistic movement. ""The cubist aesthetic."" 2. Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty. ""The pictures give great aesthetic pleasure."" " " Aesthetic: ""The cubist aesthetic."""" 1. A set of principles underlying and guiding the work of a particular artist or artistic movement. ""The cubist aesthetic."" 2. Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty. ""The pictures give great aesthetic pleasure."" " " Affable /ˈafəb(ə)l/"" 1. Friendly, good-natured, or easy to talk to. ""An affable and agreeable companion."" Synonyms : Friendly, amiable, genial, congenial, cordial, warm, pleasant, pleasing, nice, likeable, personable, charming, agreeable, sympathetic, benevolent, benign, good-humoured, good-natured, kindly, kind, courteous, civil, gracious, approachable, accessible, amenable, sociable, outgoing, gregarious, convivial, jovial, clubbable, comradely, neighbourly, welcoming, hospitable, obliging, easy-going, informal, open, communicative, unreserved, uninhibited, natural, relaxed, easy. " " Affable: ""An affable and agreeable companion."""" 1. Friendly, good-natured, or easy to talk to. ""An affable and agreeable companion."" Synonyms : Friendly, amiable, genial, congenial, cordial, warm, pleasant, pleasing, nice, likeable, personable, charming, agreeable, sympathetic, benevolent, benign, good-humoured, good-natured, kindly, kind, courteous, civil, gracious, approachable, accessible, amenable, sociable, outgoing, gregarious, convivial, jovial, clubbable, comradely, neighbourly, welcoming, hospitable, obliging, easy-going, informal, open, communicative, unreserved, uninhibited, natural, relaxed, easy. " " Affect /əˈfekt/"" 1. Have an effect on; make a difference to. ""The dampness began to affect my health."" Synonyms : Affect, influence, exert influence on, act on, work on, condition, touch, interact with, have an impact on, impact on, take hold of, attack, infect, strike, strike at, hit. " " Affect: ""The dampness began to affect my health."""" 1. Have an effect on; make a difference to. ""The dampness began to affect my health."" Synonyms : Affect, influence, exert influence on, act on, work on, condition, touch, interact with, have an impact on, impact on, take hold of, attack, infect, strike, strike at, hit. " " Affectation /ˌafekˈtāSH(ə)n/"" 1. Behavior, speech, or writing that is artificial and designed to impress. ""The affectation of a man who measures every word for effect."" Synonyms : Pretension, pretentiousness, affectedness, artificiality, insincerity, posturing, posing, pretence, ostentation, grandiosity, snobbery, superciliousness. " " Affectation: ""The affectation of a man who measures every word for effect."""" 1. Behavior, speech, or writing that is artificial and designed to impress. ""The affectation of a man who measures every word for effect."" Synonyms : Pretension, pretentiousness, affectedness, artificiality, insincerity, posturing, posing, pretence, ostentation, grandiosity, snobbery, superciliousness. " " Affected /əˈfektəd/"" 1. Influenced or touched by an external factor. ""Apply moist heat to the affected area."" 2. Artificial, pretentious, and designed to impress. ""The gesture appeared both affected and stagy."" Synonyms : Pretentious, high-flown, ostentatious, pompous, grandiose, over-elaborate, overblown, overripe, overworked, overdone. 3. Disposed or inclined in a specified way. ""You might become differently affected toward him."" " " Affected: ""Apply moist heat to the affected area."""" 1. Influenced or touched by an external factor. ""Apply moist heat to the affected area."" 2. Artificial, pretentious, and designed to impress. ""The gesture appeared both affected and stagy."" Synonyms : Pretentious, high-flown, ostentatious, pompous, grandiose, over-elaborate, overblown, overripe, overworked, overdone. 3. Disposed or inclined in a specified way. ""You might become differently affected toward him."" " " Affected: ""The gesture appeared both affected and stagy."""" 1. Influenced or touched by an external factor. ""Apply moist heat to the affected area."" 2. Artificial, pretentious, and designed to impress. ""The gesture appeared both affected and stagy."" Synonyms : Pretentious, high-flown, ostentatious, pompous, grandiose, over-elaborate, overblown, overripe, overworked, overdone. 3. Disposed or inclined in a specified way. ""You might become differently affected toward him."" " " Affected: ""You might become differently affected toward him."""" 1. Influenced or touched by an external factor. ""Apply moist heat to the affected area."" 2. Artificial, pretentious, and designed to impress. ""The gesture appeared both affected and stagy."" Synonyms : Pretentious, high-flown, ostentatious, pompous, grandiose, over-elaborate, overblown, overripe, overworked, overdone. 3. Disposed or inclined in a specified way. ""You might become differently affected toward him."" " " Affective /aˈfektiv/"" 1. Relating to moods, feelings, and attitudes. ""Affective disorders."" Synonyms : Aesthetically pleasing, aesthetic, pleasurable, gratifying, rich, sumptuous, luxurious. " " Affiliate /əˈfilēˌāt/"" 1. A person or organization officially attached to a larger body. ""The company established links with British affiliates."" Synonyms : Office, bureau, agency. " " Affiliate: ""The company established links with British affiliates."""" 1. A person or organization officially attached to a larger body. ""The company established links with British affiliates."" Synonyms : Office, bureau, agency. " " Affiliated /əˈfilēˌādəd/"" 1. (of a subsidiary group or a person) officially attached or connected to an organization. ""Affiliated union members."" " " Affiliated: ""Affiliated union members."""" 1. (of a subsidiary group or a person) officially attached or connected to an organization. ""Affiliated union members."" " " Affiliation /əˌfilēˈāSH(ə)n/"" 1. The state or process of affiliating or being affiliated. ""His political affiliations."" Synonyms : Annexing, attaching, connecting, joining, bonding, uniting, combining, associating, aligning, allying, amalgamation, amalgamating, merging, incorporation, incorporating, integration, integrating, federating, federation, confederating, confederation, coupling, fusion. " " Affiliation: ""His political affiliations."""" 1. The state or process of affiliating or being affiliated. ""His political affiliations."" Synonyms : Annexing, attaching, connecting, joining, bonding, uniting, combining, associating, aligning, allying, amalgamation, amalgamating, merging, incorporation, incorporating, integration, integrating, federating, federation, confederating, confederation, coupling, fusion. " " Affinity /əˈfinədē/"" 1. A spontaneous or natural liking or sympathy for someone or something. ""He has an affinity for the music of berlioz."" Synonyms : Empathy, rapport, sympathy, accord, harmony, like-mindedness. " " Affinity: ""He has an affinity for the music of berlioz."""" 1. A spontaneous or natural liking or sympathy for someone or something. ""He has an affinity for the music of berlioz."" Synonyms : Empathy, rapport, sympathy, accord, harmony, like-mindedness. " " Affirmation /ˌafərˈmāSH(ə)n/"" 1. The action or process of affirming something or being affirmed. ""He nodded in affirmation."" Synonyms : Assertion, declaration, statement, proclamation, pronouncement, attestation, assurance. 2. Emotional support or encouragement. ""The lack of one or both parents' affirmation leaves some children emotionally crippled."" " " Affirmation: ""He nodded in affirmation."""" 1. The action or process of affirming something or being affirmed. ""He nodded in affirmation."" Synonyms : Assertion, declaration, statement, proclamation, pronouncement, attestation, assurance. 2. Emotional support or encouragement. ""The lack of one or both parents' affirmation leaves some children emotionally crippled."" " " Affirmation: ""The lack of one or both parents' affirmation leaves some children emotionally crippled."""" 1. The action or process of affirming something or being affirmed. ""He nodded in affirmation."" Synonyms : Assertion, declaration, statement, proclamation, pronouncement, attestation, assurance. 2. Emotional support or encouragement. ""The lack of one or both parents' affirmation leaves some children emotionally crippled."" " " Affirmative /əˈfərmədiv/"" 1. Expressing agreement with a statement or request; yes. Synonyms : All right, alright, very well, of course, by all means, sure, certainly, absolutely, indeed, affirmative, in the affirmative, agreed, roger. 2. A word or particle used in making assertions. 3. A statement asserting that something is true of the subject of a proposition. " " Affix /əˈfiks/"" 1. An additional element placed at the beginning or end of a root, stem, or word, or in the body of a word, to modify its meaning. " " Afflict /əˈflikt/"" 1. (of a problem or illness) cause pain or suffering to; affect or trouble. ""His younger child was afflicted with a skin disease."" Synonyms : Trouble, bother, burden, distress, cause trouble to, cause suffering to, beset, harass, worry, oppress, annoy, vex, irritate, exasperate, strain, stress, tax. " " Afflict: ""His younger child was afflicted with a skin disease."""" 1. (of a problem or illness) cause pain or suffering to; affect or trouble. ""His younger child was afflicted with a skin disease."" Synonyms : Trouble, bother, burden, distress, cause trouble to, cause suffering to, beset, harass, worry, oppress, annoy, vex, irritate, exasperate, strain, stress, tax. " " Affluent /ˈaflo͞oənt/"" 1. A tributary stream. 2. (of water) flowing freely or in great quantity. ""He replied that the water was affluent and that they had not reviewed this in detail."" " " Affluent: ""He replied that the water was affluent and that they had not reviewed this in detail."""" 1. A tributary stream. 2. (of water) flowing freely or in great quantity. ""He replied that the water was affluent and that they had not reviewed this in detail."" " " Afford /əˈfôrd/"" 1. Have enough money to pay for. ""The best that i could afford was a first-floor room."" Synonyms : Pay for, bear the expense of, meet the expense of, spare the price of, have the money for, be rich enough for, have the wherewithal for. 2. Provide or supply (an opportunity or facility). ""The rooftop terrace affords beautiful views."" Synonyms : Provide, supply, present, purvey, make available, offer, give, impart, bestow, furnish, render, grant, yield, produce, bear. " " Afford: ""The best that i could afford was a first-floor room."""" 1. Have enough money to pay for. ""The best that i could afford was a first-floor room."" Synonyms : Pay for, bear the expense of, meet the expense of, spare the price of, have the money for, be rich enough for, have the wherewithal for. 2. Provide or supply (an opportunity or facility). ""The rooftop terrace affords beautiful views."" Synonyms : Provide, supply, present, purvey, make available, offer, give, impart, bestow, furnish, render, grant, yield, produce, bear. " " Afford: ""The rooftop terrace affords beautiful views."""" 1. Have enough money to pay for. ""The best that i could afford was a first-floor room."" Synonyms : Pay for, bear the expense of, meet the expense of, spare the price of, have the money for, be rich enough for, have the wherewithal for. 2. Provide or supply (an opportunity or facility). ""The rooftop terrace affords beautiful views."" Synonyms : Provide, supply, present, purvey, make available, offer, give, impart, bestow, furnish, render, grant, yield, produce, bear. " " Affront /əˈfrənt/"" 1. Offend the modesty or values of. ""She was affronted by his familiarity."" Synonyms : Insult, offend, outrage, mortify, provoke, slight, hurt, pique, wound, put out, irk, displease, distress, bother, rankle, needle, vex, gall, scandalize, disgust, disgruntle, put someone's back up, ruffle someone's feathers, make someone's hackles rise, raise someone's hackles. " " Affront: ""She was affronted by his familiarity."""" 1. Offend the modesty or values of. ""She was affronted by his familiarity."" Synonyms : Insult, offend, outrage, mortify, provoke, slight, hurt, pique, wound, put out, irk, displease, distress, bother, rankle, needle, vex, gall, scandalize, disgust, disgruntle, put someone's back up, ruffle someone's feathers, make someone's hackles rise, raise someone's hackles. " " Aficionado /əˌfiSHəˈnädō/"" 1. A person who is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about an activity, subject, or pastime. ""Aficionados of the finest wines."" Synonyms : Connoisseur, expert, authority, specialist, pundit, one of the cognoscenti, cognoscente, devotee, appreciator, fan, fanatic, savant. " " Aficionado: ""Aficionados of the finest wines."""" 1. A person who is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about an activity, subject, or pastime. ""Aficionados of the finest wines."" Synonyms : Connoisseur, expert, authority, specialist, pundit, one of the cognoscenti, cognoscente, devotee, appreciator, fan, fanatic, savant. " " Afire /əˈfī(ə)r/"" 1. On fire; burning. ""The whole mill was afire."" Synonyms : Blazing, ablaze, burning, on fire, afire, in flames, aflame. " " Afire: ""The whole mill was afire."""" 1. On fire; burning. ""The whole mill was afire."" Synonyms : Blazing, ablaze, burning, on fire, afire, in flames, aflame. " " Afoot /əˈfo͝ot/"" 1. In preparation or progress; happening or beginning to happen. ""Plans are afoot for a festival."" Synonyms : Going on, happening, around, about, abroad, circulating, current, stirring, in circulation, at large, going about, in the air, in the wind. 2. On foot. ""They were forced to go afoot."" " " Afoot: ""Plans are afoot for a festival."""" 1. In preparation or progress; happening or beginning to happen. ""Plans are afoot for a festival."" Synonyms : Going on, happening, around, about, abroad, circulating, current, stirring, in circulation, at large, going about, in the air, in the wind. 2. On foot. ""They were forced to go afoot."" " " Afoot: ""They were forced to go afoot."""" 1. In preparation or progress; happening or beginning to happen. ""Plans are afoot for a festival."" Synonyms : Going on, happening, around, about, abroad, circulating, current, stirring, in circulation, at large, going about, in the air, in the wind. 2. On foot. ""They were forced to go afoot."" " " Afresh /əˈfreSH/"" 1. In a new or different way. ""She left the job to start afresh."" Synonyms : Anew, again, over again, once again, once more, a second time, another time. " " Afresh: ""She left the job to start afresh."""" 1. In a new or different way. ""She left the job to start afresh."" Synonyms : Anew, again, over again, once again, once more, a second time, another time. " " Afrikaans /ˌafrəˈkänz/"" 1. Relating to the Afrikaner people, their way of life, or their language. 2. A language of southern Africa, derived from the form of Dutch brought to the Cape by Protestant settlers in the 17th century. It is an official language of South Africa, spoken by around 6 million people as their first language. " " Agape /əˈɡāp/"" 1. (of the mouth) wide open, especially with surprise or wonder. ""Downes listened, mouth agape with incredulity."" Synonyms : Amazed, filled with astonishment, filled with amazement, astounded, staggered, surprised, startled, stunned, thunderstruck, aghast, taken aback, confounded, dumbfounded, stupefied, dazed, nonplussed, dumbstruck, open-mouthed, agape, lost for words, wide-eyed, awed, filled with awe, filled with wonder, awestruck, wonderstruck. " " Agape: ""Downes listened, mouth agape with incredulity."""" 1. (of the mouth) wide open, especially with surprise or wonder. ""Downes listened, mouth agape with incredulity."" Synonyms : Amazed, filled with astonishment, filled with amazement, astounded, staggered, surprised, startled, stunned, thunderstruck, aghast, taken aback, confounded, dumbfounded, stupefied, dazed, nonplussed, dumbstruck, open-mouthed, agape, lost for words, wide-eyed, awed, filled with awe, filled with wonder, awestruck, wonderstruck. " " Agglomerate /əˈɡläməˌrāt/"" 1. Collected or formed into a mass. Synonyms : Aggregate, agglomerate, amassed, gathered, clustered, combined. " " Agglutination /əˌɡlo͞otnˈāSH(ə)n/"" 1. The formation of clumps of cells or inert particles by specific antibodies to surface antigenic components. " " Aggrandize /əˈɡranˌdīz/"" 1. Increase the power, status, or wealth of. ""An action intended to aggrandize the Frankish dynasty."" Synonyms : Exaggerated, magnified, aggrandized, unwarranted, immoderate, pumped up, overblown, overripe, overstated, overplayed. " " Aggrandize: ""An action intended to aggrandize the Frankish dynasty."""" 1. Increase the power, status, or wealth of. ""An action intended to aggrandize the Frankish dynasty."" Synonyms : Exaggerated, magnified, aggrandized, unwarranted, immoderate, pumped up, overblown, overripe, overstated, overplayed. " " Aggravate /ˈaɡrəˌvāt/"" 1. Make (a problem, injury, or offense) worse or more serious. ""Military action would only aggravate the situation."" Synonyms : Worsen, make worse, exacerbate, inflame, compound. 2. Annoy or exasperate (someone), especially persistently. ""The gesture aggravated me even more."" Synonyms : Annoy, irritate, exasperate, anger, irk, vex, put out, nettle, provoke, incense, rile, infuriate, antagonize, get on someone's nerves, rub up the wrong way, make someone's blood boil, ruffle someone's feathers, ruffle, try someone's patience, make someone's hackles rise. " " Aggravate: ""Military action would only aggravate the situation."""" 1. Make (a problem, injury, or offense) worse or more serious. ""Military action would only aggravate the situation."" Synonyms : Worsen, make worse, exacerbate, inflame, compound. 2. Annoy or exasperate (someone), especially persistently. ""The gesture aggravated me even more."" Synonyms : Annoy, irritate, exasperate, anger, irk, vex, put out, nettle, provoke, incense, rile, infuriate, antagonize, get on someone's nerves, rub up the wrong way, make someone's blood boil, ruffle someone's feathers, ruffle, try someone's patience, make someone's hackles rise. " " Aggravate: ""The gesture aggravated me even more."""" 1. Make (a problem, injury, or offense) worse or more serious. ""Military action would only aggravate the situation."" Synonyms : Worsen, make worse, exacerbate, inflame, compound. 2. Annoy or exasperate (someone), especially persistently. ""The gesture aggravated me even more."" Synonyms : Annoy, irritate, exasperate, anger, irk, vex, put out, nettle, provoke, incense, rile, infuriate, antagonize, get on someone's nerves, rub up the wrong way, make someone's blood boil, ruffle someone's feathers, ruffle, try someone's patience, make someone's hackles rise. " " Aggregate /ˈaɡriɡət/"" 1. Form or group into a class or cluster. ""The butterflies aggregate in dense groups."" Synonyms : Combine, put, group, bunch, aggregate, unite, pool, mix, blend, merge, mass, join, fuse, conglomerate, coalesce, consolidate, collect, throw, consider together. 2. A material or structure formed from a loosely compacted mass of fragments or particles. ""The specimen is an aggregate of rock and mineral fragments."" Synonyms : Collection, mass, cluster, lump, clump, pile, heap, bundle, quantity. " " Aggregate: ""The butterflies aggregate in dense groups."""" 1. Form or group into a class or cluster. ""The butterflies aggregate in dense groups."" Synonyms : Combine, put, group, bunch, aggregate, unite, pool, mix, blend, merge, mass, join, fuse, conglomerate, coalesce, consolidate, collect, throw, consider together. 2. A material or structure formed from a loosely compacted mass of fragments or particles. ""The specimen is an aggregate of rock and mineral fragments."" Synonyms : Collection, mass, cluster, lump, clump, pile, heap, bundle, quantity. " " Aggregate: ""The specimen is an aggregate of rock and mineral fragments."""" 1. Form or group into a class or cluster. ""The butterflies aggregate in dense groups."" Synonyms : Combine, put, group, bunch, aggregate, unite, pool, mix, blend, merge, mass, join, fuse, conglomerate, coalesce, consolidate, collect, throw, consider together. 2. A material or structure formed from a loosely compacted mass of fragments or particles. ""The specimen is an aggregate of rock and mineral fragments."" Synonyms : Collection, mass, cluster, lump, clump, pile, heap, bundle, quantity. " " Aggress /əˈɡres/"" 1. Attack or behave aggressively towards; initiate a conflict with. ""He aggressed a flight attendant on an air france flight."" Synonyms : Assault, beat, beat up, batter, thrash, pound, pummel, assail, set upon, fall upon, set about, strike at, let fly at, tear into, lash out at, aggress. " " Aggress: ""He aggressed a flight attendant on an air france flight."""" 1. Attack or behave aggressively towards; initiate a conflict with. ""He aggressed a flight attendant on an air france flight."" Synonyms : Assault, beat, beat up, batter, thrash, pound, pummel, assail, set upon, fall upon, set about, strike at, let fly at, tear into, lash out at, aggress. " " Aggrieve /əˈɡriːv/"" 1. To bring grief or trouble to, to grieve, distress; to oppress, treat unfairly. frequently in pass.: to be injuriously affected, to have a grievance. " " Aghast /əˈɡast/"" 1. Filled with horror or shock. ""When the news came out they were aghast."" Synonyms : Horrified, appalled, astounded, amazed, dismayed, thunderstruck, stunned, shocked, shell-shocked, in shock, flabbergasted, staggered, taken aback, speechless, awestruck, open-mouthed, wide-eyed. " " Aghast: ""When the news came out they were aghast."""" 1. Filled with horror or shock. ""When the news came out they were aghast."" Synonyms : Horrified, appalled, astounded, amazed, dismayed, thunderstruck, stunned, shocked, shell-shocked, in shock, flabbergasted, staggered, taken aback, speechless, awestruck, open-mouthed, wide-eyed. " " Agile /ˈajəl/"" 1. Able to move quickly and easily. ""Ruth was as agile as a monkey."" Synonyms : Nimble, lithe, spry, supple, limber, sprightly, acrobatic, dexterous, deft, willowy, graceful, light-footed, nimble-footed, light on one's feet, fleet-footed. 2. Relating to or denoting a method of project management, used especially for software development, that is characterized by the division of tasks into short phases of work and frequent reassessment and adaptation of plans. ""Agile methods replace high-level design with frequent redesign."" " " Agile: ""Ruth was as agile as a monkey."""" 1. Able to move quickly and easily. ""Ruth was as agile as a monkey."" Synonyms : Nimble, lithe, spry, supple, limber, sprightly, acrobatic, dexterous, deft, willowy, graceful, light-footed, nimble-footed, light on one's feet, fleet-footed. 2. Relating to or denoting a method of project management, used especially for software development, that is characterized by the division of tasks into short phases of work and frequent reassessment and adaptation of plans. ""Agile methods replace high-level design with frequent redesign."" " " Agile: ""Agile methods replace high-level design with frequent redesign."""" 1. Able to move quickly and easily. ""Ruth was as agile as a monkey."" Synonyms : Nimble, lithe, spry, supple, limber, sprightly, acrobatic, dexterous, deft, willowy, graceful, light-footed, nimble-footed, light on one's feet, fleet-footed. 2. Relating to or denoting a method of project management, used especially for software development, that is characterized by the division of tasks into short phases of work and frequent reassessment and adaptation of plans. ""Agile methods replace high-level design with frequent redesign."" " " Agitate /ˈajəˌtāt/"" 1. Make (someone) troubled or nervous. ""The thought of questioning toby agitated him extremely."" Synonyms : Upset, perturb, fluster, ruffle, disconcert, unnerve, disquiet, disturb, distress, unsettle, bother, concern, trouble, cause anxiety to, make anxious, alarm, work up, flurry, worry. " " Agitate: ""The thought of questioning toby agitated him extremely."""" 1. Make (someone) troubled or nervous. ""The thought of questioning toby agitated him extremely."" Synonyms : Upset, perturb, fluster, ruffle, disconcert, unnerve, disquiet, disturb, distress, unsettle, bother, concern, trouble, cause anxiety to, make anxious, alarm, work up, flurry, worry. " " Agnostic /aɡˈnästik/"" 1. A person who believes that nothing is known or can be known of the existence or nature of God. ""Agnostics assert that it’s impossible for human beings to know anything about how the universe was created and if divine beings exist."" Synonyms : Sceptical, doubting, questioning, unsure, cynical, unbelieving, disbelieving, non-believing, faithless, irreligious. 2. A person who is unwilling to commit to an opinion about something. ""Political agnostics."" " " Agog /əˈɡäɡ/"" 1. Very eager or curious to hear or see something. ""I'm all agog to see london."" Synonyms : Eager, excited, impatient, in suspense, on tenterhooks, on the edge of one's seat, on pins and needles, keen, anxious, longing. " " Agog: ""I'm all agog to see london."""" 1. Very eager or curious to hear or see something. ""I'm all agog to see london."" Synonyms : Eager, excited, impatient, in suspense, on tenterhooks, on the edge of one's seat, on pins and needles, keen, anxious, longing. " " Agrarian /əˈɡrerēən/"" 1. A person who advocates a redistribution of landed property, especially as part of a social movement. 2. Relating to cultivated land or the cultivation of land. ""Brazil is rapidly diversifying its agrarian economy."" Synonyms : Agricultural, rural, countryside. " " Agriculture /ˈaɡrəˌkəlCHər/"" 1. The science or practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil for the growing of crops and the rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and other products. ""Agriculture subsidies can make it impossible for small-scale farmers to make a decent living."" Synonyms : Farming, cultivation, tillage, tilling, husbandry, land management, farm management, crofting. " " Aide-De-Camp /ˌāddəˈkamp/"" 1. A military officer acting as a confidential assistant to a senior officer. ""Instead, he was confronted by Howard's aide-de-camp Lieutenant Boyle, who sharply refuted the suggestion."" " " Ailment /ˈālmənt/"" 1. An illness, typically a minor one. ""The doctor diagnosed a common stomach ailment."" Synonyms : Illness, disease, disorder, sickness, affliction, malady, complaint, infection, upset, condition, infirmity, indisposition, malaise, trouble. " " Ailment: ""The doctor diagnosed a common stomach ailment."""" 1. An illness, typically a minor one. ""The doctor diagnosed a common stomach ailment."" Synonyms : Illness, disease, disorder, sickness, affliction, malady, complaint, infection, upset, condition, infirmity, indisposition, malaise, trouble. " " Akin /əˈkin/"" 1. Of similar character. ""Something akin to gratitude overwhelmed her."" Synonyms : Similar, related, close, near, corresponding, comparable, parallel, equivalent. " " Akin: ""Something akin to gratitude overwhelmed her."""" 1. Of similar character. ""Something akin to gratitude overwhelmed her."" Synonyms : Similar, related, close, near, corresponding, comparable, parallel, equivalent. " " Alabaster /ˈaləˌbastər/"" 1. Made of alabaster. ""The gilded alabaster tomb of Sir Anthony Browne.""<div><img src=""IMG_20190913_173219.jpg""> </div> Synonyms : White, pallid, pasty, pasty-faced, wan, colourless, anaemic, bloodless, washed out, peaky, peakish, ashen, ashen-faced, ashy, chalky, chalk white, grey, whitish, white-faced, whey-faced, waxen, waxy, blanched, drained, pinched, green, ghastly, sickly, sallow, as white as a sheet, as white as a ghost, deathly pale, cadaverous, corpse-like, looking as if one had seen a ghost. 2. A translucent form of gypsum or calcite, typically white, often carved into ornaments. " " Alabaster: ""The gilded alabaster tomb of Sir Anthony Browne.""<div><img src=""IMG_20190913_173219.jpg""> </div>"" 1. Made of alabaster. ""The gilded alabaster tomb of Sir Anthony Browne.""<div><img src=""IMG_20190913_173219.jpg""> </div> Synonyms : White, pallid, pasty, pasty-faced, wan, colourless, anaemic, bloodless, washed out, peaky, peakish, ashen, ashen-faced, ashy, chalky, chalk white, grey, whitish, white-faced, whey-faced, waxen, waxy, blanched, drained, pinched, green, ghastly, sickly, sallow, as white as a sheet, as white as a ghost, deathly pale, cadaverous, corpse-like, looking as if one had seen a ghost. 2. A translucent form of gypsum or calcite, typically white, often carved into ornaments. " " Alacrity /əˈlakrədē/"" 1. Brisk and cheerful readiness. ""She accepted the invitation with alacrity."" Synonyms : Eagerness, willingness, readiness. " " Alacrity: ""She accepted the invitation with alacrity."""" 1. Brisk and cheerful readiness. ""She accepted the invitation with alacrity."" Synonyms : Eagerness, willingness, readiness. " " Albeit /ôlˈbēit/"" 1. Although. ""He was making progress, albeit rather slowly."" Synonyms : Although, even if, even though, in spite of the fact that, despite the fact that, notwithstanding the fact that, notwithstanding that, for all that, while, whilst, granted that, even supposing, despite the possibility that, albeit, however, yet, but. " " Albeit: ""He was making progress, albeit rather slowly."""" 1. Although. ""He was making progress, albeit rather slowly."" Synonyms : Although, even if, even though, in spite of the fact that, despite the fact that, notwithstanding the fact that, notwithstanding that, for all that, while, whilst, granted that, even supposing, despite the possibility that, albeit, however, yet, but. " " Albino /alˈbīˌnō/"" 1. A person or animal having a congenital absence of pigment in the skin and hair (which are white) and the eyes (which are usually pink). ""People often assume that any white squirrel is an albino."" " " Albino: ""People often assume that any white squirrel is an albino."""" 1. A person or animal having a congenital absence of pigment in the skin and hair (which are white) and the eyes (which are usually pink). ""People often assume that any white squirrel is an albino."" " " Alchemy /ˈalkəmē/"" 1. The medieval forerunner of chemistry, based on the supposed transformation of matter. it was concerned particularly with attempts to convert base metals into gold or to find a universal elixir. ""Occult sciences, such as alchemy and astrology."" Synonyms : Chemistry. " " Alchemy: ""Occult sciences, such as alchemy and astrology."""" 1. The medieval forerunner of chemistry, based on the supposed transformation of matter. it was concerned particularly with attempts to convert base metals into gold or to find a universal elixir. ""Occult sciences, such as alchemy and astrology."" Synonyms : Chemistry. " " Alcoholism /ˈalkəhôˌlizəm/"" 1. An addiction to the consumption of alcoholic liquor or the mental illness and compulsive behavior resulting from alcohol dependency. ""He had a long history of depression, drug abuse, and alcoholism."" Synonyms : Drunkenness, intoxication, inebriation, tipsiness. " " Alcoholism: ""He had a long history of depression, drug abuse, and alcoholism."""" 1. An addiction to the consumption of alcoholic liquor or the mental illness and compulsive behavior resulting from alcohol dependency. ""He had a long history of depression, drug abuse, and alcoholism."" Synonyms : Drunkenness, intoxication, inebriation, tipsiness. " " Alcove /ˈalˌkōv/"" 1. A recess in the wall of a room or garden. ""He retreated into the darkness of the alcove."" Synonyms : Recess, niche, nook, opening, bay, hollow, cavity, corner, indentation, booth. " " Alder /ˈôldər/"" 1. A widely distributed tree of the birch family which has toothed leaves and bears male catkins and woody female cones. " " Alderman /ˈôldərmən/"" 1. An elected member of a municipal council. " " Algorithm /ˈalɡəˌriT͟Həm/"" 1. A process or set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations, especially by a computer. ""A basic algorithm for division."" " " Algorithm: ""A basic algorithm for division."""" 1. A process or set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations, especially by a computer. ""A basic algorithm for division."" " " Alias /ˈālēəs/"" 1. A false or assumed identity. ""A spy operating under the alias Barsad."" 2. Misidentify (a signal frequency), introducing distortion or error. ""Fringes at higher spatial frequency are aliased by the sensor."" " " Alias: ""A spy operating under the alias Barsad."""" 1. A false or assumed identity. ""A spy operating under the alias Barsad."" 2. Misidentify (a signal frequency), introducing distortion or error. ""Fringes at higher spatial frequency are aliased by the sensor."" " " Alibi /ˈaləˌbī/"" 1. Offer an excuse or defense for (someone), especially by providing an account of their whereabouts at the time of an alleged act. ""Her friend agreed to alibi her."" Synonyms : Cover for, give an alibi to, provide with an alibi, shield, protect. " " Alibi: ""Her friend agreed to alibi her."""" 1. Offer an excuse or defense for (someone), especially by providing an account of their whereabouts at the time of an alleged act. ""Her friend agreed to alibi her."" Synonyms : Cover for, give an alibi to, provide with an alibi, shield, protect. " " Alien /ˈālēən/"" 1. A foreigner, especially one who is not a naturalized citizen of the country where they are living. ""An illegal alien."" Synonyms : Foreigner, foreign national, non-native, immigrant, emigrant, émigré, incomer, newcomer, visitor, outsider, stranger. " " Alien: ""An illegal alien."""" 1. A foreigner, especially one who is not a naturalized citizen of the country where they are living. ""An illegal alien."" Synonyms : Foreigner, foreign national, non-native, immigrant, emigrant, émigré, incomer, newcomer, visitor, outsider, stranger. " " Alienate /ˈālyəˌnāt/"" 1. Cause (someone) to feel isolated or estranged. ""An urban environment that would alienate its inhabitants."" Synonyms : Estrange, turn away, set apart, drive apart, isolate, detach, distance, put at a distance. 2. Transfer ownership of (property rights) to another person or group. ""They defended the masai against attempts to alienate their land."" Synonyms : Transfer, convey, pass on, hand over, devolve. " " Alienate: ""An urban environment that would alienate its inhabitants."""" 1. Cause (someone) to feel isolated or estranged. ""An urban environment that would alienate its inhabitants."" Synonyms : Estrange, turn away, set apart, drive apart, isolate, detach, distance, put at a distance. 2. Transfer ownership of (property rights) to another person or group. ""They defended the masai against attempts to alienate their land."" Synonyms : Transfer, convey, pass on, hand over, devolve. " " Alienate: ""They defended the masai against attempts to alienate their land."""" 1. Cause (someone) to feel isolated or estranged. ""An urban environment that would alienate its inhabitants."" Synonyms : Estrange, turn away, set apart, drive apart, isolate, detach, distance, put at a distance. 2. Transfer ownership of (property rights) to another person or group. ""They defended the masai against attempts to alienate their land."" Synonyms : Transfer, convey, pass on, hand over, devolve. " " Aliment /ˈaləmənt/"" 1. Provide with nourishment or sustenance. ""There was nothing there of conversational aliment."" " " Alimony /ˈaləˌmōnē/"" 1. A husband's or wife's court-ordered provision for a spouse after separation or divorce. ""He is said to have paid $300,000 alimony to his first wife."" Synonyms : Financial support, maintenance, support, provision, allowance, keep, upkeep, sustenance, livelihood, subsistence, living expenses. " " Alimony: ""He is said to have paid $300,000 alimony to his first wife."""" 1. A husband's or wife's court-ordered provision for a spouse after separation or divorce. ""He is said to have paid $300,000 alimony to his first wife."" Synonyms : Financial support, maintenance, support, provision, allowance, keep, upkeep, sustenance, livelihood, subsistence, living expenses. " " Alkali /ˈalkəˌlī/"" 1. A chemical compound that neutralizes or effervesces with acids and turns litmus blue; typically, a caustic or corrosive substance of this kind such as lime or soda. ""Flint is not subject to chemical weathering except by strong alkalis."" Synonyms : Caustic, corroding, eroding, erosive, abrasive, biting, mordant, burning, stinging. " " Alkali: ""Flint is not subject to chemical weathering except by strong alkalis."""" 1. A chemical compound that neutralizes or effervesces with acids and turns litmus blue; typically, a caustic or corrosive substance of this kind such as lime or soda. ""Flint is not subject to chemical weathering except by strong alkalis."" Synonyms : Caustic, corroding, eroding, erosive, abrasive, biting, mordant, burning, stinging. " " Allay /əˈlā/"" 1. Diminish or put at rest (fear, suspicion, or worry). ""The report attempted to educate the public and allay fears."" Synonyms : Reduce, diminish, decrease, lessen, assuage, alleviate, ease, relieve, soothe, soften, take the edge off, dull, cushion, mollify, moderate, calm, lull, temper, mitigate, palliate, blunt, deaden, abate, tone down. " " Allay: ""The report attempted to educate the public and allay fears."""" 1. Diminish or put at rest (fear, suspicion, or worry). ""The report attempted to educate the public and allay fears."" Synonyms : Reduce, diminish, decrease, lessen, assuage, alleviate, ease, relieve, soothe, soften, take the edge off, dull, cushion, mollify, moderate, calm, lull, temper, mitigate, palliate, blunt, deaden, abate, tone down. " " Allege /əˈlej/"" 1. Claim or assert that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof that this is the case. ""He alleged that he had been assaulted."" Synonyms : Claim, assert, declare, state, proclaim, maintain, advance, contend, argue, affirm, aver, avow, attest, testify, swear, certify, give evidence, bear witness, charge, accuse, suggest, imply, hint, insinuate, indicate, intimate, impute, plead, pretend, profess. " " Allege: ""He alleged that he had been assaulted."""" 1. Claim or assert that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof that this is the case. ""He alleged that he had been assaulted."" Synonyms : Claim, assert, declare, state, proclaim, maintain, advance, contend, argue, affirm, aver, avow, attest, testify, swear, certify, give evidence, bear witness, charge, accuse, suggest, imply, hint, insinuate, indicate, intimate, impute, plead, pretend, profess. " " Allegiance /əˈlējəns/"" 1. Loyalty or commitment of a subordinate to a superior or of an individual to a group or cause. ""Those wishing to receive citizenship must swear allegiance to the republic."" Synonyms : Loyalty, faithfulness, fidelity, obedience, fealty, adherence, homage, devotion, bond. " " Allegiance: ""Those wishing to receive citizenship must swear allegiance to the republic."""" 1. Loyalty or commitment of a subordinate to a superior or of an individual to a group or cause. ""Those wishing to receive citizenship must swear allegiance to the republic."" Synonyms : Loyalty, faithfulness, fidelity, obedience, fealty, adherence, homage, devotion, bond. " " Allegory /ˈaləˌɡôrē/"" 1. A story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one. ""Pilgrim's progress is an allegory of the spiritual journey."" Synonyms : Parable, analogy, metaphor, symbol, emblem. " " Allegory: ""Pilgrim's progress is an allegory of the spiritual journey."""" 1. A story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one. ""Pilgrim's progress is an allegory of the spiritual journey."" Synonyms : Parable, analogy, metaphor, symbol, emblem. " " Alleviate /əˈlēvēˌāt/"" 1. Make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe. ""He couldn't prevent her pain, only alleviate it."" Synonyms : Reduce, ease, relieve, take the edge off, deaden, dull, diminish, lessen, weaken, lighten, attenuate, allay, assuage, palliate, damp, soothe, help, soften, temper, control, still, quell, quieten, quiet, tone down, blunt, dilute, moderate, mitigate, modify, abate, lull, pacify, placate, mollify, sweeten. " " Alleviate: ""He couldn't prevent her pain, only alleviate it."""" 1. Make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe. ""He couldn't prevent her pain, only alleviate it."" Synonyms : Reduce, ease, relieve, take the edge off, deaden, dull, diminish, lessen, weaken, lighten, attenuate, allay, assuage, palliate, damp, soothe, help, soften, temper, control, still, quell, quieten, quiet, tone down, blunt, dilute, moderate, mitigate, modify, abate, lull, pacify, placate, mollify, sweeten. " " Alliance /əˈlīəns/"" 1. A union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations. ""A defensive alliance between Australia and New Zealand."" Synonyms : Association, union, league, treaty, pact, compact, entente, concordat. " " Alliance: ""A defensive alliance between Australia and New Zealand."""" 1. A union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations. ""A defensive alliance between Australia and New Zealand."" Synonyms : Association, union, league, treaty, pact, compact, entente, concordat. " " Allocate /ˈaləˌkāt/"" 1. Distribute (resources or duties) for a particular purpose. ""The authorities allocated 50,000 places to refugees."" Synonyms : Allot, assign, issue, award, grant, administer, devote. " " Allocate: ""The authorities allocated 50,000 places to refugees."""" 1. Distribute (resources or duties) for a particular purpose. ""The authorities allocated 50,000 places to refugees."" Synonyms : Allot, assign, issue, award, grant, administer, devote. " " Allot /əˈlät/"" 1. Give or apportion (something) to someone as a share or task. ""Equal time was allotted to each."" Synonyms : Allocate, assign, issue, award, grant, administer, devote. " " Allot: ""Equal time was allotted to each."""" 1. Give or apportion (something) to someone as a share or task. ""Equal time was allotted to each."" Synonyms : Allocate, assign, issue, award, grant, administer, devote. " " Alloy /ˈaˌloi/"" 1. Mix (metals) to make an alloy. ""Alloying tin with copper to make bronze."" Synonyms : Mix, amalgamate, fuse, meld, blend, compound, combine, unite, intermix, intermingle. " " Alloy: ""Alloying tin with copper to make bronze."""" 1. Mix (metals) to make an alloy. ""Alloying tin with copper to make bronze."" Synonyms : Mix, amalgamate, fuse, meld, blend, compound, combine, unite, intermix, intermingle. " " Allude /əˈlo͞od/"" 1. Suggest or call attention to indirectly; hint at. ""She had a way of alluding to jean but never saying her name."" Synonyms : Refer to, suggest, hint at, imply, mention, touch on, mention in passing, mention en passant, speak briefly of, make an allusion to, cite. " " Allude: ""She had a way of alluding to jean but never saying her name."""" 1. Suggest or call attention to indirectly; hint at. ""She had a way of alluding to jean but never saying her name."" Synonyms : Refer to, suggest, hint at, imply, mention, touch on, mention in passing, mention en passant, speak briefly of, make an allusion to, cite. " " Allure /əˈlo͝or/"" 1. Powerfully attract or charm; tempt. ""Will sponsors really be allured by such opportunities?"" Synonyms : Attract, lure, entice, tempt, appeal to, whet the appetite of, make someone's mouth water, captivate, draw, beguile, bewitch, enchant, win over, charm, seduce, persuade, lead on, tantalize. " " Allure: ""Will sponsors really be allured by such opportunities?"""" 1. Powerfully attract or charm; tempt. ""Will sponsors really be allured by such opportunities?"" Synonyms : Attract, lure, entice, tempt, appeal to, whet the appetite of, make someone's mouth water, captivate, draw, beguile, bewitch, enchant, win over, charm, seduce, persuade, lead on, tantalize. " " Allusion /əˈlo͞oZHən/"" 1. An expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it explicitly; an indirect or passing reference. ""An allusion to Shakespeare."" Synonyms : Reference to, mention of, comment on, remark about, citation of, quotation of, hint at, intimation of, suggestion of. " " Allusion: ""An allusion to Shakespeare."""" 1. An expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it explicitly; an indirect or passing reference. ""An allusion to Shakespeare."" Synonyms : Reference to, mention of, comment on, remark about, citation of, quotation of, hint at, intimation of, suggestion of. " " Allusive /əˈlo͞osiv/"" 1. (of a remark or reference) working by suggestion rather than explicit mention. ""Allusive references to the body."" Synonyms : Figurative, representative, illustrative, emblematic, allegorical, parabolic, non-literal, allusive, denotative, connotative, suggestive, mnemonic. " " Allusive: ""Allusive references to the body."""" 1. (of a remark or reference) working by suggestion rather than explicit mention. ""Allusive references to the body."" Synonyms : Figurative, representative, illustrative, emblematic, allegorical, parabolic, non-literal, allusive, denotative, connotative, suggestive, mnemonic. " " Alluvion /əˈlo͞ovēən/"" 1. The action of the sea or a river in forming new land by deposition. ""We studied the genesis and properties of soils in alluvial areas known to be reclaimed by the alluvion system about 100 years ago, and compared these soils with natural, adjacent alluvial soils."" " " Alluvion: ""We studied the genesis and properties of soils in alluvial areas known to be reclaimed by the alluvion system about 100 years ago, and compared these soils with natural, adjacent alluvial soils."""" 1. The action of the sea or a river in forming new land by deposition. ""We studied the genesis and properties of soils in alluvial areas known to be reclaimed by the alluvion system about 100 years ago, and compared these soils with natural, adjacent alluvial soils."" " " Ally /ˈalī/"" 1. Combine or unite a resource or commodity with (another) for mutual benefit. ""He allied his racing experience with his father's business acumen."" Synonyms : Combine, marry, couple, merge, amalgamate, join, pool, fuse, weld, knit. " " Ally: ""He allied his racing experience with his father's business acumen."""" 1. Combine or unite a resource or commodity with (another) for mutual benefit. ""He allied his racing experience with his father's business acumen."" Synonyms : Combine, marry, couple, merge, amalgamate, join, pool, fuse, weld, knit. " " Almanac /ˈôlməˌnak/"" 1. An annual calendar containing important dates and statistical information such as astronomical data and tide tables. Synonyms : Yearbook, calendar, register, annual, manual, handbook, compendium. " " Aloft /əˈlôft/"" 1. Flying or situated in the air; overhead. ""While the plane is aloft, passengers may get up and move about."" Synonyms : In the air, in the sky, high up, up, high, up above, on high, overhead, above. " " Aloft: ""While the plane is aloft, passengers may get up and move about."""" 1. Flying or situated in the air; overhead. ""While the plane is aloft, passengers may get up and move about."" Synonyms : In the air, in the sky, high up, up, high, up above, on high, overhead, above. " " Aloof /əˈlo͞of/"" 1. Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant. ""They were courteous but faintly aloof."" Synonyms : Distant, detached, unresponsive, remote, unapproachable, forbidding, stand-offish, formal, impersonal, stiff, austere, stuffy, withdrawn, reserved, unforthcoming, uncommunicative, indifferent. " " Aloof: ""They were courteous but faintly aloof."""" 1. Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant. ""They were courteous but faintly aloof."" Synonyms : Distant, detached, unresponsive, remote, unapproachable, forbidding, stand-offish, formal, impersonal, stiff, austere, stuffy, withdrawn, reserved, unforthcoming, uncommunicative, indifferent. " " Altar /ˈôltər/"" 1. The table in a christian church at which the bread and wine are consecrated in communion services. Synonyms : Holy place, temple, church, chapel, tabernacle, altar, sanctuary, sanctum. " " Alter /ˈôltər/"" 1. Change or cause to change in character or composition, typically in a comparatively small but significant way. ""Eliot was persuaded to alter the passage."" Synonyms : Change, make changes to, make different, make alterations to, adjust, make adjustments to, adapt, amend, improve, modify, convert, revise, recast, reform, reshape, refashion, redesign, restyle, revamp, rework, remake, remodel, remould, redo, reconstruct, reorganize, reorder, refine, reorient, reorientate, vary, transform, transfigure, transmute, evolve. " " Alter: ""Eliot was persuaded to alter the passage."""" 1. Change or cause to change in character or composition, typically in a comparatively small but significant way. ""Eliot was persuaded to alter the passage."" Synonyms : Change, make changes to, make different, make alterations to, adjust, make adjustments to, adapt, amend, improve, modify, convert, revise, recast, reform, reshape, refashion, redesign, restyle, revamp, rework, remake, remodel, remould, redo, reconstruct, reorganize, reorder, refine, reorient, reorientate, vary, transform, transfigure, transmute, evolve. " " Alteration /ˌôltəˈrāSH(ə)n/"" 1. The action or process of altering or being altered. ""Alterations had to be made."" Synonyms : Change, adjustment, adaptation, modification, variation, conversion, revision, amendment. " " Alteration: ""Alterations had to be made."""" 1. The action or process of altering or being altered. ""Alterations had to be made."" Synonyms : Change, adjustment, adaptation, modification, variation, conversion, revision, amendment. " " Altercate /ˈôltərˌkāt/"" 1. Dispute or argue noisily and publicly. ""This discussion is so silly we might as well altercate on how many angels can dance on the point of a needle."" Synonyms : Argue, quarrel, row, have a row, bicker, squabble, have words, debate, disagree, have a disagreement, have an altercation, be at odds, bandy words. " " Alternate /ˈôltərˌnāt/"" 1. A person who acts as a deputy or substitute. ""He shall be entitled to exercise the vote of the director for whom he is an alternate."" 2. Taking the place of; alternative. ""The rerouted traffic takes a variety of alternate routes."" Synonyms : Alternative, other, another, second, different, possible, substitute, replacement, deputy, relief, proxy, surrogate, cover, fill-in, stand-in, standby, emergency, reserve, backup, auxiliary, fallback. " " Alternate: ""He shall be entitled to exercise the vote of the director for whom he is an alternate."""" 1. A person who acts as a deputy or substitute. ""He shall be entitled to exercise the vote of the director for whom he is an alternate."" 2. Taking the place of; alternative. ""The rerouted traffic takes a variety of alternate routes."" Synonyms : Alternative, other, another, second, different, possible, substitute, replacement, deputy, relief, proxy, surrogate, cover, fill-in, stand-in, standby, emergency, reserve, backup, auxiliary, fallback. " " Alternate: ""The rerouted traffic takes a variety of alternate routes."""" 1. A person who acts as a deputy or substitute. ""He shall be entitled to exercise the vote of the director for whom he is an alternate."" 2. Taking the place of; alternative. ""The rerouted traffic takes a variety of alternate routes."" Synonyms : Alternative, other, another, second, different, possible, substitute, replacement, deputy, relief, proxy, surrogate, cover, fill-in, stand-in, standby, emergency, reserve, backup, auxiliary, fallback. " " Alternative /ôlˈtərnədiv/"" 1. One of two or more available possibilities. ""Audiobooks are an interesting alternative to reading."" Synonyms : Option, choice, other possibility. " " Alternative: ""Audiobooks are an interesting alternative to reading."""" 1. One of two or more available possibilities. ""Audiobooks are an interesting alternative to reading."" Synonyms : Option, choice, other possibility. " " Altitude /ˈaltəˌt(y)o͞od/"" 1. The height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level. ""Flight data including airspeed and altitude."" Synonyms : Height, elevation, distance above the ground, distance above the sea. " " Altitude: ""Flight data including airspeed and altitude."""" 1. The height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level. ""Flight data including airspeed and altitude."" Synonyms : Height, elevation, distance above the ground, distance above the sea. " " Alto /ˈaltō/"" 1. The highest adult male singing voice; countertenor. 2. Denoting the member of a family of instruments pitched second or third highest. ""Alto flute."" " " Alto: ""Alto flute."""" 1. The highest adult male singing voice; countertenor. 2. Denoting the member of a family of instruments pitched second or third highest. ""Alto flute."" " " Altruism /ˈaltro͞oˌizəm/"" 1. The belief in or practice of disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others. ""Some may choose to work with vulnerable elderly people out of altruism."" Synonyms : Unselfishness, selflessness, self-sacrifice, self-denial. " " Altruism: ""Some may choose to work with vulnerable elderly people out of altruism."""" 1. The belief in or practice of disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others. ""Some may choose to work with vulnerable elderly people out of altruism."" Synonyms : Unselfishness, selflessness, self-sacrifice, self-denial. " " Altruistic /ˌaltro͞oˈistik/"" 1. Showing a disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish. ""It was an entirely altruistic act."" Synonyms : Unselfish, selfless, self-sacrificing, self-denying. " " Altruistic: ""It was an entirely altruistic act."""" 1. Showing a disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish. ""It was an entirely altruistic act."" Synonyms : Unselfish, selfless, self-sacrificing, self-denying. " " Amalgam /əˈmalɡəm/"" 1. A mixture or blend. ""A curious amalgam of the traditional and the modern."" Synonyms : Combination, union, merger, blend, mixture, mingling, compound, fusion, marriage, weave, coalescence, synthesis, composite, composition, concoction, amalgamation. " " Amalgam: ""A curious amalgam of the traditional and the modern."""" 1. A mixture or blend. ""A curious amalgam of the traditional and the modern."" Synonyms : Combination, union, merger, blend, mixture, mingling, compound, fusion, marriage, weave, coalescence, synthesis, composite, composition, concoction, amalgamation. " " Amalgamate /əˈmalɡəˌmāt/"" 1. Combine or unite to form one organization or structure. ""He amalgamated his company with another."" Synonyms : Combine, merge, unite, integrate, fuse, blend, mingle, coalesce, consolidate, meld, intermingle, mix, intermix, incorporate, affiliate. " " Amalgamate: ""He amalgamated his company with another."""" 1. Combine or unite to form one organization or structure. ""He amalgamated his company with another."" Synonyms : Combine, merge, unite, integrate, fuse, blend, mingle, coalesce, consolidate, meld, intermingle, mix, intermix, incorporate, affiliate. " " Amalgamation /əˌmalɡəˈmāSH(ə)n/"" 1. The action, process, or result of combining or uniting. ""The threat of amalgamation with a competitor."" Synonyms : Combination, union, merger, blend, mixture, mingling, compound, fusion, marriage, weave, coalescence, synthesis, composite, composition, concoction, amalgam. " " Amalgamation: ""The threat of amalgamation with a competitor."""" 1. The action, process, or result of combining or uniting. ""The threat of amalgamation with a competitor."" Synonyms : Combination, union, merger, blend, mixture, mingling, compound, fusion, marriage, weave, coalescence, synthesis, composite, composition, concoction, amalgam. " " Amass /əˈmas/"" 1. Gather together or accumulate (a large amount or number of valuable material or things) over a period of time. ""Starting from nothing he had amassed a huge fortune."" Synonyms : Gather, collect, assemble. " " Amass: ""Starting from nothing he had amassed a huge fortune."""" 1. Gather together or accumulate (a large amount or number of valuable material or things) over a period of time. ""Starting from nothing he had amassed a huge fortune."" Synonyms : Gather, collect, assemble. " " Amateur /ˈamədər/"" 1. Engaging or engaged in without payment; nonprofessional. ""Amateur athletics."" Synonyms : Non-professional, non-specialist, lay. 2. Done in an incompetent or inept way. ""It's all so amateur!."" Synonyms : Incompetent, inept, useless, unskilful, inexpert, clumsy, maladroit, gauche, blundering, bungling, bumbling, amateurish, botched, crude. " " Amateur: ""Amateur athletics."""" 1. Engaging or engaged in without payment; nonprofessional. ""Amateur athletics."" Synonyms : Non-professional, non-specialist, lay. 2. Done in an incompetent or inept way. ""It's all so amateur!."" Synonyms : Incompetent, inept, useless, unskilful, inexpert, clumsy, maladroit, gauche, blundering, bungling, bumbling, amateurish, botched, crude. " " Amateur: ""It's all so amateur!."""" 1. Engaging or engaged in without payment; nonprofessional. ""Amateur athletics."" Synonyms : Non-professional, non-specialist, lay. 2. Done in an incompetent or inept way. ""It's all so amateur!."" Synonyms : Incompetent, inept, useless, unskilful, inexpert, clumsy, maladroit, gauche, blundering, bungling, bumbling, amateurish, botched, crude. " " Amatory /ˈaməˌtôrē/"" 1. Relating to or induced by sexual love or desire. ""His amatory exploits."" Synonyms : Sexual, erotic, amorous, romantic, sensual, libidinous, passionate, ardent, hot-blooded, sexy. " " Amatory: ""His amatory exploits."""" 1. Relating to or induced by sexual love or desire. ""His amatory exploits."" Synonyms : Sexual, erotic, amorous, romantic, sensual, libidinous, passionate, ardent, hot-blooded, sexy. " " Ambidextrous /ˌambēˈdekst(ə)rəs/"" 1. (of a person) able to use the right and left hands equally well. ""Few of us are naturally ambidextrous."" " " Ambidextrous: ""Few of us are naturally ambidextrous."""" 1. (of a person) able to use the right and left hands equally well. ""Few of us are naturally ambidextrous."" " " Ambience /ˈambɪəns/"" 1. The character and atmosphere of a place. ""The relaxed ambience of the cocktail lounge is popular with guests."" Synonyms : Atmosphere, air, aura, climate, mood, feel, feeling, vibrations, echo, character, quality, complexion, impression, flavour, look, tone, tenor, spirit. " " Ambience: ""The relaxed ambience of the cocktail lounge is popular with guests."""" 1. The character and atmosphere of a place. ""The relaxed ambience of the cocktail lounge is popular with guests."" Synonyms : Atmosphere, air, aura, climate, mood, feel, feeling, vibrations, echo, character, quality, complexion, impression, flavour, look, tone, tenor, spirit. " " Ambiguity /ˌambəˈɡyo͞owədē/"" 1. The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness. ""We can detect no ambiguity in this section of the act."" Synonyms : Ambivalence, equivocation. " " Ambiguity: ""We can detect no ambiguity in this section of the act."""" 1. The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness. ""We can detect no ambiguity in this section of the act."" Synonyms : Ambivalence, equivocation. " " Ambiguous /amˈbiɡyo͞oəs/"" 1. (of language) open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning. ""Ambiguous phrases."" Synonyms : Equivocal, ambivalent, open to debate, open to argument, arguable, debatable. " " Ambiguous: ""Ambiguous phrases."""" 1. (of language) open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning. ""Ambiguous phrases."" Synonyms : Equivocal, ambivalent, open to debate, open to argument, arguable, debatable. " " Ambitious /amˈbiSHəs/"" 1. Having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed. ""His mother was hard-working and ambitious for her four children."" Synonyms : Aspiring, determined, forceful, pushy, enterprising, pioneering, progressive, eager, motivated, driven, enthusiastic, energetic, zealous, committed, go-ahead, go-getting, purposeful, assertive, aggressive, hungry, power-hungry. " " Ambitious: ""His mother was hard-working and ambitious for her four children."""" 1. Having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed. ""His mother was hard-working and ambitious for her four children."" Synonyms : Aspiring, determined, forceful, pushy, enterprising, pioneering, progressive, eager, motivated, driven, enthusiastic, energetic, zealous, committed, go-ahead, go-getting, purposeful, assertive, aggressive, hungry, power-hungry. " " Ambivalence /amˈbivələns/"" 1. The state of having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone. ""The law's ambivalence about the importance of a victim's identity."" Synonyms : Equivocation, uncertainty, unsureness, doubt, indecision, inconclusiveness, irresolution, irresoluteness, hesitation, hesitancy, fluctuation, vacillation, shilly-shallying, tentativeness. " " Ambivalence: ""The law's ambivalence about the importance of a victim's identity."""" 1. The state of having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone. ""The law's ambivalence about the importance of a victim's identity."" Synonyms : Equivocation, uncertainty, unsureness, doubt, indecision, inconclusiveness, irresolution, irresoluteness, hesitation, hesitancy, fluctuation, vacillation, shilly-shallying, tentativeness. " " Ambivalent /amˈbivələnt/"" 1. Having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone. ""Some loved her, some hated her, few were ambivalent about her."" Synonyms : Equivocal, uncertain, unsure, doubtful, indecisive, inconclusive, irresolute, in two minds, undecided, unresolved, in a dilemma, on the horns of a dilemma, in a quandary, on the fence, torn, hesitating, fluctuating, wavering, vacillating, equivocating, mixed. " " Ambivalent: ""Some loved her, some hated her, few were ambivalent about her."""" 1. Having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone. ""Some loved her, some hated her, few were ambivalent about her."" Synonyms : Equivocal, uncertain, unsure, doubtful, indecisive, inconclusive, irresolute, in two minds, undecided, unresolved, in a dilemma, on the horns of a dilemma, in a quandary, on the fence, torn, hesitating, fluctuating, wavering, vacillating, equivocating, mixed. " " Amble /ˈambəl/"" 1. A walk at a slow, relaxed pace, especially for pleasure. ""A peaceful riverside amble."" Synonyms : Walk, hike, trek. " " Amble: ""A peaceful riverside amble."""" 1. A walk at a slow, relaxed pace, especially for pleasure. ""A peaceful riverside amble."" Synonyms : Walk, hike, trek. " " Ambrosial /amˈbrōZH(ē)əl/"" 1. Having a very pleasant taste or smell. ""Her jam was ambrosial, syrupy with honeyed fruit, and scented with elderflower."" " " Ambrosial: ""Her jam was ambrosial, syrupy with honeyed fruit, and scented with elderflower."""" 1. Having a very pleasant taste or smell. ""Her jam was ambrosial, syrupy with honeyed fruit, and scented with elderflower."" " " Ambulance /ˈambyələns/"" 1. A vehicle specially equipped for taking sick or injured people to and from the hospital, especially in emergencies. ""We called an ambulance."" " " Ambulance: ""We called an ambulance."""" 1. A vehicle specially equipped for taking sick or injured people to and from the hospital, especially in emergencies. ""We called an ambulance."" " " Ambulate /ˈambyəˌlāt/"" 1. Walk; move about. ""Making use of crutches to ambulate."" " " Ambulate: ""Making use of crutches to ambulate."""" 1. Walk; move about. ""Making use of crutches to ambulate."" " " Ambush /ˈambo͝oSH/"" 1. Make a surprise attack on (someone) from a concealed position. ""They were ambushed and taken prisoner by the enemy."" Synonyms : Attack by surprise, trap, surprise, pounce on, lay a trap for, set an ambush for, lie in wait for, waylay, entrap, ensnare. " " Ambush: ""They were ambushed and taken prisoner by the enemy."""" 1. Make a surprise attack on (someone) from a concealed position. ""They were ambushed and taken prisoner by the enemy."" Synonyms : Attack by surprise, trap, surprise, pounce on, lay a trap for, set an ambush for, lie in wait for, waylay, entrap, ensnare. " " Ameliorate /əˈmēlyəˌrāt/"" 1. Make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better. ""The reform did much to ameliorate living standards."" Synonyms : Make better, better, ameliorate, upgrade, refine, enhance, boost, build on, help, raise, revamp, brush up, polish up, perk up, tweak. " " Ameliorate: ""The reform did much to ameliorate living standards."""" 1. Make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better. ""The reform did much to ameliorate living standards."" Synonyms : Make better, better, ameliorate, upgrade, refine, enhance, boost, build on, help, raise, revamp, brush up, polish up, perk up, tweak. " " Amenable /əˈmēnəb(ə)l/"" 1. (of a person) open and responsive to suggestion; easily persuaded or controlled. ""Parents who have had easy babies and amenable children."" Synonyms : Compliant, acquiescent, biddable, manageable, controllable, governable, persuadable, tractable, responsive, pliant, flexible, malleable, complaisant, accommodating, docile, submissive, obedient, tame, meek, easily handled. " " Amenable: ""Parents who have had easy babies and amenable children."""" 1. (of a person) open and responsive to suggestion; easily persuaded or controlled. ""Parents who have had easy babies and amenable children."" Synonyms : Compliant, acquiescent, biddable, manageable, controllable, governable, persuadable, tractable, responsive, pliant, flexible, malleable, complaisant, accommodating, docile, submissive, obedient, tame, meek, easily handled. " " Amend /əˈmend/"" 1. Make minor changes in (a text) in order to make it fairer, more accurate, or more up-to-date. ""The rule was amended to apply only to nonmembers."" Synonyms : Revise, alter, change, modify, qualify, adapt, adjust. " " Amend: ""The rule was amended to apply only to nonmembers."""" 1. Make minor changes in (a text) in order to make it fairer, more accurate, or more up-to-date. ""The rule was amended to apply only to nonmembers."" Synonyms : Revise, alter, change, modify, qualify, adapt, adjust. " " Amenity /əˈmenədē/"" 1. A desirable or useful feature or facility of a building or place. ""Heating is regarded as a basic amenity."" Synonyms : Facility, service, convenience, resource, utility, system, appliance, aid, advantage, comfort, benefit, arrangement, opportunity. " " Amenity: ""Heating is regarded as a basic amenity."""" 1. A desirable or useful feature or facility of a building or place. ""Heating is regarded as a basic amenity."" Synonyms : Facility, service, convenience, resource, utility, system, appliance, aid, advantage, comfort, benefit, arrangement, opportunity. " " Americanism /əˈmerik(ə)niz(ə)m/"" 1. A word, expression, or other feature that is characteristic of american english. ""The term is an americanism dating back to the late nineteenth century."" 2. Attachment or allegiance to the traditions, institutions, and ideals of the united states. ""Americans in europe have almost all preserved their americanism."" " " Americanism: ""The term is an americanism dating back to the late nineteenth century."""" 1. A word, expression, or other feature that is characteristic of american english. ""The term is an americanism dating back to the late nineteenth century."" 2. Attachment or allegiance to the traditions, institutions, and ideals of the united states. ""Americans in europe have almost all preserved their americanism."" " " Americanism: ""Americans in europe have almost all preserved their americanism."""" 1. A word, expression, or other feature that is characteristic of american english. ""The term is an americanism dating back to the late nineteenth century."" 2. Attachment or allegiance to the traditions, institutions, and ideals of the united states. ""Americans in europe have almost all preserved their americanism."" " " Amiable /ˈāmēəb(ə)l/"" 1. Having or displaying a friendly and pleasant manner. ""An amiable, unassuming fellow."" Synonyms : Friendly, affable, amicable, cordial. " " Amiable: ""An amiable, unassuming fellow."""" 1. Having or displaying a friendly and pleasant manner. ""An amiable, unassuming fellow."" Synonyms : Friendly, affable, amicable, cordial. " " Amicable /ˈaməkəb(ə)l/"" 1. (of relations between people) having a spirit of friendliness; without serious disagreement or rancor. ""There will be an amicable settlement of the dispute."" Synonyms : Friendly, good-natured, cordial, civil, courteous, polite, easy, easy-going, neighbourly, brotherly, fraternal, harmonious, cooperative, civilized. " " Amicable: ""There will be an amicable settlement of the dispute."""" 1. (of relations between people) having a spirit of friendliness; without serious disagreement or rancor. ""There will be an amicable settlement of the dispute."" Synonyms : Friendly, good-natured, cordial, civil, courteous, polite, easy, easy-going, neighbourly, brotherly, fraternal, harmonious, cooperative, civilized. " " Amiss /əˈmis/"" 1. Wrongly or inappropriately. ""How terrible was the danger of her loving amiss."" " " Amiss: ""How terrible was the danger of her loving amiss."""" 1. Wrongly or inappropriately. ""How terrible was the danger of her loving amiss."" " " Amity /ˈamədē/"" 1. A friendly relationship. ""International amity and goodwill."" Synonyms : Friendship, friendliness, peace, peacefulness, peaceableness, harmony, harmoniousness, understanding, accord, concord, concurrence, cooperation, amicableness, goodwill, cordiality, warmth, geniality, fellowship, fraternity, brotherhood, brotherliness. " " Amity: ""International amity and goodwill."""" 1. A friendly relationship. ""International amity and goodwill."" Synonyms : Friendship, friendliness, peace, peacefulness, peaceableness, harmony, harmoniousness, understanding, accord, concord, concurrence, cooperation, amicableness, goodwill, cordiality, warmth, geniality, fellowship, fraternity, brotherhood, brotherliness. " " Amnesty /ˈamnəstē/"" 1. Grant an official pardon to. ""The guerrillas would be amnestied and allowed to return to civilian life."" Synonyms : Pardon, grant an amnesty to, reprieve. " " Amnesty: ""The guerrillas would be amnestied and allowed to return to civilian life."""" 1. Grant an official pardon to. ""The guerrillas would be amnestied and allowed to return to civilian life."" Synonyms : Pardon, grant an amnesty to, reprieve. " " Amok /əˈmɒk/"" 1. Behave uncontrollably and disruptively. ""Stone-throwing anarchists were running amok."" Synonyms : Go berserk, get out of control, rampage, run riot, riot, rush madly about, rush wildly about, go on the rampage. " " Amok: ""Stone-throwing anarchists were running amok."""" 1. Behave uncontrollably and disruptively. ""Stone-throwing anarchists were running amok."" Synonyms : Go berserk, get out of control, rampage, run riot, riot, rush madly about, rush wildly about, go on the rampage. " " Amoral /āˈmôrəl/"" 1. Lacking a moral sense; unconcerned with the rightness or wrongness of something. ""An amoral attitude to sex."" Synonyms : Unprincipled, without standards, without morals. " " Amoral: ""An amoral attitude to sex."""" 1. Lacking a moral sense; unconcerned with the rightness or wrongness of something. ""An amoral attitude to sex."" Synonyms : Unprincipled, without standards, without morals. " " Amorous /ˈam(ə)rəs/"" 1. Showing, feeling, or relating to sexual desire. ""She rejected his amorous advances."" Synonyms : Lustful, sexual, erotic, amatory, ardent. " " Amorous: ""She rejected his amorous advances."""" 1. Showing, feeling, or relating to sexual desire. ""She rejected his amorous advances."" Synonyms : Lustful, sexual, erotic, amatory, ardent. " " Amorphous /əˈmôrfəs/"" 1. Without a clearly defined shape or form. ""An amorphous, characterless conurbation."" Synonyms : Shapeless, formless, unformed, unshaped, structureless, unstructured, indeterminate, indefinite, vague, nebulous. " " Amorphous: ""An amorphous, characterless conurbation."""" 1. Without a clearly defined shape or form. ""An amorphous, characterless conurbation."" Synonyms : Shapeless, formless, unformed, unshaped, structureless, unstructured, indeterminate, indefinite, vague, nebulous. " " Amortize /ˈamərˌtīz/"" 1. Gradually write off the initial cost of (an asset) over a period. ""They want to amortize the tooling costs quickly."" " " Amortize: ""They want to amortize the tooling costs quickly."""" 1. Gradually write off the initial cost of (an asset) over a period. ""They want to amortize the tooling costs quickly."" " " Amour /əˈmo͝or/"" 1. A secret or illicit love affair or lover. ""He is enraged at this revelation of his past amours."" Synonyms : Partner, husband, wife, spouse, lover, live-in lover, amour, significant other, inamorato, inamorata, companion, helpmate, helpmeet, consort. " " Amour: ""He is enraged at this revelation of his past amours."""" 1. A secret or illicit love affair or lover. ""He is enraged at this revelation of his past amours."" Synonyms : Partner, husband, wife, spouse, lover, live-in lover, amour, significant other, inamorato, inamorata, companion, helpmate, helpmeet, consort. " " Ampere /ˈamˌpir/"" 1. The si base unit of electrical current. ""Kiliani found that the sponge was produced chiefly when a weak solution, or a low current-density, was used, and that hydrogen was usually evolved simultaneously; sound deposits resulted from the use of a current-density of 200 amperes, or more, per sq."" " " Ampersand /ˈampərˌsand/"" 1. The sign & (standing for and, as in smith & co., or the latin et, as in &c). " " Amphibious /amˈfibēəs/"" 1. Relating to, living in, or suited for both land and water. ""An amphibious vehicle."" " " Amphibious: ""An amphibious vehicle."""" 1. Relating to, living in, or suited for both land and water. ""An amphibious vehicle."" " " Amphitheater /ˈamfəˌTHēədər/"" 1. (especially in greek and roman architecture) an open circular or oval building with a central space surrounded by tiers of seats for spectators, for the presentation of dramatic or sporting events. ""The opera was performed in the roman amphitheater."" " " Amphitheater: ""The opera was performed in the roman amphitheater."""" 1. (especially in greek and roman architecture) an open circular or oval building with a central space surrounded by tiers of seats for spectators, for the presentation of dramatic or sporting events. ""The opera was performed in the roman amphitheater."" " " Ample /ˈampəl/"" 1. Enough or more than enough; plentiful. ""There is ample time for discussion."" Synonyms : Enough, sufficient, adequate, plenty of, abundant, more than enough, enough and to spare. " " Ample: ""There is ample time for discussion."""" 1. Enough or more than enough; plentiful. ""There is ample time for discussion."" Synonyms : Enough, sufficient, adequate, plenty of, abundant, more than enough, enough and to spare. " " Amplitude /ˈampləˌt(y)o͞od/"" 1. The maximum extent of a vibration or oscillation, measured from the position of equilibrium. ""The amplitude of alpha rhythms."" 2. The angular distance of a celestial object from the true east or west point of the horizon at rising or setting. 3. Breadth, range, or magnitude. ""The amplitude of the crime of manslaughter lies beneath murder."" Synonyms : Magnitude, size, volume, proportions, dimensions. " " Amplitude: ""The amplitude of alpha rhythms."""" 1. The maximum extent of a vibration or oscillation, measured from the position of equilibrium. ""The amplitude of alpha rhythms."" 2. The angular distance of a celestial object from the true east or west point of the horizon at rising or setting. 3. Breadth, range, or magnitude. ""The amplitude of the crime of manslaughter lies beneath murder."" Synonyms : Magnitude, size, volume, proportions, dimensions. " " Amplitude: ""The amplitude of the crime of manslaughter lies beneath murder."""" 1. The maximum extent of a vibration or oscillation, measured from the position of equilibrium. ""The amplitude of alpha rhythms."" 2. The angular distance of a celestial object from the true east or west point of the horizon at rising or setting. 3. Breadth, range, or magnitude. ""The amplitude of the crime of manslaughter lies beneath murder."" Synonyms : Magnitude, size, volume, proportions, dimensions. " " Amply /ˈamplē/"" 1. Enough or more than enough; plentifully. ""The persistent reader is amply rewarded."" " " Amply: ""The persistent reader is amply rewarded."""" 1. Enough or more than enough; plentifully. ""The persistent reader is amply rewarded."" " " Amputate /ˈampyəˌtāt/"" 1. Cut off (a limb) by surgical operation. ""Surgeons had to amputate her left hand."" Synonyms : Cut off, sever, remove, remove surgically, saw off, chop off, lop off, hack off, dock, cleave, hew off, shear off, slice off. " " Amputate: ""Surgeons had to amputate her left hand."""" 1. Cut off (a limb) by surgical operation. ""Surgeons had to amputate her left hand."" Synonyms : Cut off, sever, remove, remove surgically, saw off, chop off, lop off, hack off, dock, cleave, hew off, shear off, slice off. " " Amulet /ˈamyələt/"" 1. An ornament or small piece of jewelry thought to give protection against evil, danger, or disease. ""Anything can function as an amulet; items commonly so used include gems, statues, coins, drawings, plant parts, animal parts, and written words."" Synonyms : Lucky charm, charm, talisman, fetish, mascot, totem, idol, juju, phylactery. " " Amusement /əˈmyo͞ozmənt/"" 1. The state or experience of finding something funny. ""We looked with amusement at our horoscopes."" Synonyms : Mirth, merriment, light-heartedness, hilarity, glee, delight, laughter, levity, gaiety, joviality, fun, jocularity. " " Amusement: ""We looked with amusement at our horoscopes."""" 1. The state or experience of finding something funny. ""We looked with amusement at our horoscopes."" Synonyms : Mirth, merriment, light-heartedness, hilarity, glee, delight, laughter, levity, gaiety, joviality, fun, jocularity. " " Anachronism /əˈnakrəˌnizəm/"" 1. A thing belonging or appropriate to a period other than that in which it exists, especially a thing that is conspicuously old-fashioned. ""Everything was as it would have appeared in centuries past apart from one anachronism, a bright yellow construction crane."" " " Anachronism: ""Everything was as it would have appeared in centuries past apart from one anachronism, a bright yellow construction crane."""" 1. A thing belonging or appropriate to a period other than that in which it exists, especially a thing that is conspicuously old-fashioned. ""Everything was as it would have appeared in centuries past apart from one anachronism, a bright yellow construction crane."" " " Anachronistic /əˌnakrəˈnistik/"" 1. Belonging to a period other than that being portrayed. ""Titus' benefits from the effective use of anachronistic elements like cars and loudspeakers."" " " Anachronistic: ""Titus' benefits from the effective use of anachronistic elements like cars and loudspeakers."""" 1. Belonging to a period other than that being portrayed. ""Titus' benefits from the effective use of anachronistic elements like cars and loudspeakers."" " " Anagram /ˈanəˌɡram/"" 1. A word, phrase, or name formed by rearranging the letters of another, such as cinema, formed from iceman. Synonyms : Riddle, puzzle, word game, anagram. " " Analgesia /ˌanlˈjēzēə/"" 1. The inability to feel pain. " " Analgesic /ˌanlˈjēzik/"" 1. An analgesic drug relieves pain. ""An easily accessible analgesic is paracetamol."" Synonyms : Painkiller, painkilling drug, anodyne, pain reliever. " " Analogous /əˈnaləɡəs/"" 1. Comparable in certain respects, typically in a way which makes clearer the nature of the things compared. ""They saw the relationship between a ruler and his subjects as analogous to that of father and children."" Synonyms : Comparable, parallel, similar, like, corresponding, related, kindred, matching, cognate, equivalent, symmetrical, homologous. " " Analogous: ""They saw the relationship between a ruler and his subjects as analogous to that of father and children."""" 1. Comparable in certain respects, typically in a way which makes clearer the nature of the things compared. ""They saw the relationship between a ruler and his subjects as analogous to that of father and children."" Synonyms : Comparable, parallel, similar, like, corresponding, related, kindred, matching, cognate, equivalent, symmetrical, homologous. " " Analogue /ˈanəlɒɡ/"" 1. A person or thing seen as comparable to another. ""An interior analogue of the exterior world."" Synonyms : Counterpart, analogue, equivalent, likeness, correspondent, match, twin, duplicate, equal, coequal, mirror. " " Analogue: ""An interior analogue of the exterior world."""" 1. A person or thing seen as comparable to another. ""An interior analogue of the exterior world."" Synonyms : Counterpart, analogue, equivalent, likeness, correspondent, match, twin, duplicate, equal, coequal, mirror. " " Analogy /əˈnaləjē/"" 1. A comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification. ""An analogy between the workings of nature and those of human societies."" " " Analogy: ""An analogy between the workings of nature and those of human societies."""" 1. A comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification. ""An analogy between the workings of nature and those of human societies."" " " Analyst /ˈanələst/"" 1. A person who conducts analysis. ""Rising consumer confidence and falling oil prices are the keys to any upturn, many analysts believe."" Synonyms : Critic, analyst, pundit, commenter, monitor, observer, blogger, judge, evaluator, interpreter, exponent, expounder. " " Analyst: ""Rising consumer confidence and falling oil prices are the keys to any upturn, many analysts believe."""" 1. A person who conducts analysis. ""Rising consumer confidence and falling oil prices are the keys to any upturn, many analysts believe."" Synonyms : Critic, analyst, pundit, commenter, monitor, observer, blogger, judge, evaluator, interpreter, exponent, expounder. " " Analyze /ˈanlˌīz/"" 1. Examine methodically and in detail the constitution or structure of (something, especially information), typically for purposes of explanation and interpretation. ""We need to analyze our results more clearly."" Synonyms : Examine, inspect, survey, scan, study, scrutinize, look over, peruse. " " Analyze: ""We need to analyze our results more clearly."""" 1. Examine methodically and in detail the constitution or structure of (something, especially information), typically for purposes of explanation and interpretation. ""We need to analyze our results more clearly."" Synonyms : Examine, inspect, survey, scan, study, scrutinize, look over, peruse. " " Anarchy /ˈanərkē/"" 1. A state of disorder due to absence or nonrecognition of authority. ""He must ensure public order in a country threatened with anarchy."" Synonyms : Lawlessness, absence of government, nihilism, mobocracy, revolution, insurrection, riot, rebellion, mutiny, disorder, disorganization, misrule, chaos, tumult, turmoil, mayhem, pandemonium. " " Anarchy: ""He must ensure public order in a country threatened with anarchy."""" 1. A state of disorder due to absence or nonrecognition of authority. ""He must ensure public order in a country threatened with anarchy."" Synonyms : Lawlessness, absence of government, nihilism, mobocracy, revolution, insurrection, riot, rebellion, mutiny, disorder, disorganization, misrule, chaos, tumult, turmoil, mayhem, pandemonium. " " Anathema /əˈnaTHəmə/"" 1. Something or someone that one vehemently dislikes. ""Racial hatred was anathema to her."" Synonyms : Abhorrent, hateful, odious, repugnant, repellent, offensive. 2. A formal curse by a pope or a council of the church, excommunicating a person or denouncing a doctrine. ""The pope laid special emphasis on the second of these anathemas."" Synonyms : Curse, ban, excommunication, damnation, proscription, debarment, denunciation, malediction, execration, imprecation. " " Anathema: ""Racial hatred was anathema to her."""" 1. Something or someone that one vehemently dislikes. ""Racial hatred was anathema to her."" Synonyms : Abhorrent, hateful, odious, repugnant, repellent, offensive. 2. A formal curse by a pope or a council of the church, excommunicating a person or denouncing a doctrine. ""The pope laid special emphasis on the second of these anathemas."" Synonyms : Curse, ban, excommunication, damnation, proscription, debarment, denunciation, malediction, execration, imprecation. " " Anathema: ""The pope laid special emphasis on the second of these anathemas."""" 1. Something or someone that one vehemently dislikes. ""Racial hatred was anathema to her."" Synonyms : Abhorrent, hateful, odious, repugnant, repellent, offensive. 2. A formal curse by a pope or a council of the church, excommunicating a person or denouncing a doctrine. ""The pope laid special emphasis on the second of these anathemas."" Synonyms : Curse, ban, excommunication, damnation, proscription, debarment, denunciation, malediction, execration, imprecation. " " Anatomy /əˈnadəmē/"" 1. The branch of science concerned with the bodily structure of humans, animals, and other living organisms, especially as revealed by dissection and the separation of parts. ""He studied physiology and anatomy."" 2. A study of the structure or internal workings of something. ""Machiavelli's anatomy of the art of war."" Synonyms : Analysis, examination, inspection, survey, study, scrutiny, perusal. " " Anatomy: ""He studied physiology and anatomy."""" 1. The branch of science concerned with the bodily structure of humans, animals, and other living organisms, especially as revealed by dissection and the separation of parts. ""He studied physiology and anatomy."" 2. A study of the structure or internal workings of something. ""Machiavelli's anatomy of the art of war."" Synonyms : Analysis, examination, inspection, survey, study, scrutiny, perusal. " " Anatomy: ""Machiavelli's anatomy of the art of war."""" 1. The branch of science concerned with the bodily structure of humans, animals, and other living organisms, especially as revealed by dissection and the separation of parts. ""He studied physiology and anatomy."" 2. A study of the structure or internal workings of something. ""Machiavelli's anatomy of the art of war."" Synonyms : Analysis, examination, inspection, survey, study, scrutiny, perusal. " " Ancestry /ˈanˌsestrē/"" 1. One's family or ethnic descent. ""His viking ancestry."" Synonyms : Ancestors, forebears, forefathers, progenitors, antecedents. 2. The origin or background of something. ""The book traces the ancestry of women's poetry."" " " Ancestry: ""His viking ancestry."""" 1. One's family or ethnic descent. ""His viking ancestry."" Synonyms : Ancestors, forebears, forefathers, progenitors, antecedents. 2. The origin or background of something. ""The book traces the ancestry of women's poetry."" " " Ancestry: ""The book traces the ancestry of women's poetry."""" 1. One's family or ethnic descent. ""His viking ancestry."" Synonyms : Ancestors, forebears, forefathers, progenitors, antecedents. 2. The origin or background of something. ""The book traces the ancestry of women's poetry."" " " Ancillary /ˈansəˌlerē/"" 1. A person whose work provides necessary support to the primary activities of an organization, institution, or industry. ""The employment of specialist teachers and ancillaries."" Synonyms : Replacement, deputy, relief, proxy, reserve, surrogate, cover, fill-in, stand-in, standby, locum, locum tenens, understudy, stopgap, alternative, ancillary. " " Ancillary: ""The employment of specialist teachers and ancillaries."""" 1. A person whose work provides necessary support to the primary activities of an organization, institution, or industry. ""The employment of specialist teachers and ancillaries."" Synonyms : Replacement, deputy, relief, proxy, reserve, surrogate, cover, fill-in, stand-in, standby, locum, locum tenens, understudy, stopgap, alternative, ancillary. " " Androgynous /anˈdräjənəs/"" 1. Partly male and partly female in appearance; of indeterminate sex. ""A stunningly androgynous dancer."" " " Androgynous: ""A stunningly androgynous dancer."""" 1. Partly male and partly female in appearance; of indeterminate sex. ""A stunningly androgynous dancer."" " " Anecdote /ˈanəkˌdōt/"" 1. A short amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person. ""Told anecdotes about his job."" Synonyms : Story, tale, narrative, sketch. " " Anecdote: ""Told anecdotes about his job."""" 1. A short amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person. ""Told anecdotes about his job."" Synonyms : Story, tale, narrative, sketch. " " Anemia /əˈnēmēə/"" 1. A condition marked by a deficiency of red blood cells or of hemoglobin in the blood, resulting in pallor and weariness. " " Anemic /əˈnēmik/"" 1. Suffering from anemia : a condition in which the blood is deficient in red blood cells, in hemoglobin, or in total volume ""The doctor said you were a bit anemic."" Synonyms : Colourless, bloodless, pale, pallid, wan, ashen, white, white as a ghost, white as a sheet, grey, jaundiced, waxen, chalky, chalk white, milky, pasty, pasty-faced, whey-faced, peaky, sickly, tired-looking, washed out, sallow, drained, drawn, sapped, ghostly, deathly, deathlike, bleached. " " Anemic: ""The doctor said you were a bit anemic."""" 1. Suffering from anemia : a condition in which the blood is deficient in red blood cells, in hemoglobin, or in total volume ""The doctor said you were a bit anemic."" Synonyms : Colourless, bloodless, pale, pallid, wan, ashen, white, white as a ghost, white as a sheet, grey, jaundiced, waxen, chalky, chalk white, milky, pasty, pasty-faced, whey-faced, peaky, sickly, tired-looking, washed out, sallow, drained, drawn, sapped, ghostly, deathly, deathlike, bleached. " " Anemometer /ˌanəˈmämədər/"" 1. An instrument for measuring the speed of the wind, or of any current of gas. ""The first known description of an anemometer was given by Leon Battista Alberti in 1450."" " " Anesthesia /ˌanəsˈTHēZHə/"" 1. Insensitivity to pain, especially as artificially induced by the administration of gases or the injection of drugs before surgical operations. ""During anesthesia body temperature falls due to the effect of drugs."" " " Anesthesia: ""During anesthesia body temperature falls due to the effect of drugs."""" 1. Insensitivity to pain, especially as artificially induced by the administration of gases or the injection of drugs before surgical operations. ""During anesthesia body temperature falls due to the effect of drugs."" " " Anesthetic /ˌanəsˈTHedik/"" 1. Inducing or relating to insensitivity to pain. ""Anesthetic drugs and gases."" Synonyms : Narcotic, numbing, deadening, dulling, soporific, stupefacient, painkilling, sedative, analgesic, anodyne, opiate. 2. The study or practice of anesthesia. ""He trained as a medical technical officer, working in anesthetics."" " " Anesthetic: ""Anesthetic drugs and gases."""" 1. Inducing or relating to insensitivity to pain. ""Anesthetic drugs and gases."" Synonyms : Narcotic, numbing, deadening, dulling, soporific, stupefacient, painkilling, sedative, analgesic, anodyne, opiate. 2. The study or practice of anesthesia. ""He trained as a medical technical officer, working in anesthetics."" " " Anesthetic: ""He trained as a medical technical officer, working in anesthetics."""" 1. Inducing or relating to insensitivity to pain. ""Anesthetic drugs and gases."" Synonyms : Narcotic, numbing, deadening, dulling, soporific, stupefacient, painkilling, sedative, analgesic, anodyne, opiate. 2. The study or practice of anesthesia. ""He trained as a medical technical officer, working in anesthetics."" " " Anew /əˈn(y)o͞o/"" 1. In a new or different and typically more positive way. ""Her career had begun anew, with a lucrative japanese modeling contract."" " " Anew: ""Her career had begun anew, with a lucrative japanese modeling contract."""" 1. In a new or different and typically more positive way. ""Her career had begun anew, with a lucrative japanese modeling contract."" " " Angelic /anˈjelik/"" 1. Relating to angels. ""The angelic hosts."" Synonyms : Divine, heavenly, celestial, holy. " " Angelic: ""The angelic hosts."""" 1. Relating to angels. ""The angelic hosts."" Synonyms : Divine, heavenly, celestial, holy. " " Anglo-Saxon /ˌaNGɡlōˈsaksən/"" 1. A germanic inhabitant of england between the 5th century and the norman conquest. 2. Another term for old english. " " Anglophobia /ˌaNGɡləˈfōbēə/"" 1. Strong dislike of or prejudice against england or britain. ""A streak of anglophobia underlined his views."" " " Anglophobia: ""A streak of anglophobia underlined his views."""" 1. Strong dislike of or prejudice against england or britain. ""A streak of anglophobia underlined his views."" " " Anguish /ˈaNGɡwiSH/"" 1. Be extremely distressed about something. ""He anguished over how to reply."" Synonyms : Agonized, tormented, racked with pain, racked with suffering, tortured, harrowed. " " Anguish: ""He anguished over how to reply."""" 1. Be extremely distressed about something. ""He anguished over how to reply."" Synonyms : Agonized, tormented, racked with pain, racked with suffering, tortured, harrowed. " " Angular /ˈaNGɡyələr/"" 1. (of an object, outline, or shape) having angles or sharp corners. ""Angular chairs."" Synonyms : Sharp-cornered, pointed, v-shaped, y-shaped. 2. Denoting physical properties or quantities measured with reference to or by means of an angle, especially those associated with rotation. ""Angular acceleration."" 3. Located in or relating to one of the houses that begin at the four cardinal points. " " Angular: ""Angular chairs."""" 1. (of an object, outline, or shape) having angles or sharp corners. ""Angular chairs."" Synonyms : Sharp-cornered, pointed, v-shaped, y-shaped. 2. Denoting physical properties or quantities measured with reference to or by means of an angle, especially those associated with rotation. ""Angular acceleration."" 3. Located in or relating to one of the houses that begin at the four cardinal points. " " Angular: ""Angular acceleration."""" 1. (of an object, outline, or shape) having angles or sharp corners. ""Angular chairs."" Synonyms : Sharp-cornered, pointed, v-shaped, y-shaped. 2. Denoting physical properties or quantities measured with reference to or by means of an angle, especially those associated with rotation. ""Angular acceleration."" 3. Located in or relating to one of the houses that begin at the four cardinal points. " " Anhydrous /anˈhīdrəs/"" 1. (of a substance, especially a crystalline compound) containing no water. " " Animadversion /ˌanəmadˈvərZH(ə)n/"" 1. Criticism or censure. ""Her animadversion against science."" Synonyms : Vilification, disparagement, denigration, defamation, defamation of character, abuse, vituperation, condemnation, criticism, censure, castigation, denunciation, flak, deprecation, opprobrium, obloquy, derogation, slander, revilement, reviling, calumny, calumniation, slurs, smears, execration, excoriation, lambasting, upbraiding, bad press, character assassination, attack, invective, libel, insults, slights, curses. " " Animadversion: ""Her animadversion against science."""" 1. Criticism or censure. ""Her animadversion against science."" Synonyms : Vilification, disparagement, denigration, defamation, defamation of character, abuse, vituperation, condemnation, criticism, censure, castigation, denunciation, flak, deprecation, opprobrium, obloquy, derogation, slander, revilement, reviling, calumny, calumniation, slurs, smears, execration, excoriation, lambasting, upbraiding, bad press, character assassination, attack, invective, libel, insults, slights, curses. " " Animalcule /ˌanəˈmalkyo͞ol/"" 1. A microscopic animal. ""Animalcule (""little animal"", from Latin animal + the diminutive suffix -culum) is an older term for a microscopic animal or protozoan."" " " Animate /ˈanəˌmāt/"" 1. Alive or having life. ""All of creation, animate and inanimate."" Synonyms : Living, alive, live, breathing, sentient, conscious. 2. Give (a movie or character) the appearance of movement using animation techniques. ""Much-loved characters have been animated in this franco-canadian co-production."" " " Animate: ""All of creation, animate and inanimate."""" 1. Alive or having life. ""All of creation, animate and inanimate."" Synonyms : Living, alive, live, breathing, sentient, conscious. 2. Give (a movie or character) the appearance of movement using animation techniques. ""Much-loved characters have been animated in this franco-canadian co-production."" " " Animate: ""Much-loved characters have been animated in this franco-canadian co-production."""" 1. Alive or having life. ""All of creation, animate and inanimate."" Synonyms : Living, alive, live, breathing, sentient, conscious. 2. Give (a movie or character) the appearance of movement using animation techniques. ""Much-loved characters have been animated in this franco-canadian co-production."" " " Animosity /ˌanəˈmäsədē/"" 1. Strong hostility. ""He no longer felt any animosity toward her."" Synonyms : Antipathy, hostility, friction, antagonism, enmity, animus, opposition, aversion, acrimony, bitterness, rancour, resentment, dislike, ill feeling, bad feeling, ill will, bad blood, hatred, hate, loathing, detestation, abhorrence, odium. " " Animosity: ""He no longer felt any animosity toward her."""" 1. Strong hostility. ""He no longer felt any animosity toward her."" Synonyms : Antipathy, hostility, friction, antagonism, enmity, animus, opposition, aversion, acrimony, bitterness, rancour, resentment, dislike, ill feeling, bad feeling, ill will, bad blood, hatred, hate, loathing, detestation, abhorrence, odium. " " Animus /ˈanəməs/"" 1. Hostility or ill feeling. ""The author's animus toward her."" Synonyms : Hostility, animosity, antagonism, friction, antipathy, animus, opposition, dissension, rivalry, feud, conflict, discord, contention. 2. Motivation to do something. ""The reformist animus came from within the party."" 3. Jung's term for the masculine part of a woman's personality. " " Animus: ""The author's animus toward her."""" 1. Hostility or ill feeling. ""The author's animus toward her."" Synonyms : Hostility, animosity, antagonism, friction, antipathy, animus, opposition, dissension, rivalry, feud, conflict, discord, contention. 2. Motivation to do something. ""The reformist animus came from within the party."" 3. Jung's term for the masculine part of a woman's personality. " " Animus: ""The reformist animus came from within the party."""" 1. Hostility or ill feeling. ""The author's animus toward her."" Synonyms : Hostility, animosity, antagonism, friction, antipathy, animus, opposition, dissension, rivalry, feud, conflict, discord, contention. 2. Motivation to do something. ""The reformist animus came from within the party."" 3. Jung's term for the masculine part of a woman's personality. " " Annal /ˈan(ə)l/"" 1. A record of the events of one year. ""The annal for 1032."" Synonyms : Dossier, document, record, report, case history, case study. " " Annal: ""The annal for 1032."""" 1. A record of the events of one year. ""The annal for 1032."" Synonyms : Dossier, document, record, report, case history, case study. " " Annex /əˈneks/"" 1. A building joined to or associated with a main building, providing additional space or accommodations. ""The school's one-story wooden annex."" Synonyms : Part, section, side. 2. An addition to a document. ""An annex to the report."" Synonyms : Extension, supplementary building, addition, annexe. " " Annex: ""The school's one-story wooden annex."""" 1. A building joined to or associated with a main building, providing additional space or accommodations. ""The school's one-story wooden annex."" Synonyms : Part, section, side. 2. An addition to a document. ""An annex to the report."" Synonyms : Extension, supplementary building, addition, annexe. " " Annex: ""An annex to the report."""" 1. A building joined to or associated with a main building, providing additional space or accommodations. ""The school's one-story wooden annex."" Synonyms : Part, section, side. 2. An addition to a document. ""An annex to the report."" Synonyms : Extension, supplementary building, addition, annexe. " " Annihilate /əˈnīəˌlāt/"" 1. Destroy utterly; obliterate. ""A simple bomb of this type could annihilate them all."" Synonyms : Destroy, wipe out, obliterate, wipe off the face of the earth, wipe off the map, kill, slaughter, exterminate, eliminate, liquidate, eradicate, extinguish, finish off, erase, root out, extirpate. " " Annihilate: ""A simple bomb of this type could annihilate them all."""" 1. Destroy utterly; obliterate. ""A simple bomb of this type could annihilate them all."" Synonyms : Destroy, wipe out, obliterate, wipe off the face of the earth, wipe off the map, kill, slaughter, exterminate, eliminate, liquidate, eradicate, extinguish, finish off, erase, root out, extirpate. " " Annotate /ˈanəˌtāt/"" 1. Add notes to (a text or diagram) giving explanation or comment. ""Documentation should be annotated with explanatory notes."" Synonyms : Comment on, add footnotes to, add notes to, gloss. " " Annotate: ""Documentation should be annotated with explanatory notes."""" 1. Add notes to (a text or diagram) giving explanation or comment. ""Documentation should be annotated with explanatory notes."" Synonyms : Comment on, add footnotes to, add notes to, gloss. " " Annotation /ˌanəˈtāSH(ə)n/"" 1. A note of explanation or comment added to a text or diagram. ""Marginal annotations."" Synonyms : Note, notation, comment, gloss. " " Annotation: ""Marginal annotations."""" 1. A note of explanation or comment added to a text or diagram. ""Marginal annotations."" Synonyms : Note, notation, comment, gloss. " " Annuity /əˈn(y)o͞oədē/"" 1. A fixed sum of money paid to someone each year, typically for the rest of their life. ""He left her an annuity of $1,000 in his will."" Synonyms : Payment, pocket money, sum of money, remittance, contribution, consideration, handout, grant, subsidy, maintenance, financial support, subsistence, benefit, stipend, pension, annuity, keep, upkeep, expenses. " " Annuity: ""He left her an annuity of $1,000 in his will."""" 1. A fixed sum of money paid to someone each year, typically for the rest of their life. ""He left her an annuity of $1,000 in his will."" Synonyms : Payment, pocket money, sum of money, remittance, contribution, consideration, handout, grant, subsidy, maintenance, financial support, subsistence, benefit, stipend, pension, annuity, keep, upkeep, expenses. " " Annul /əˈnəl/"" 1. Declare invalid (an official agreement, decision, or result). ""The elections were annulled by the general amid renewed protests."" Synonyms : Declare invalid, declare null and void, nullify, invalidate, void. " " Annul: ""The elections were annulled by the general amid renewed protests."""" 1. Declare invalid (an official agreement, decision, or result). ""The elections were annulled by the general amid renewed protests."" Synonyms : Declare invalid, declare null and void, nullify, invalidate, void. " " Annunciation /əˌnənsēˈāSHən/"" 1. The announcement of the incarnation by the angel gabriel to mary (luke 1:26–38). 2. The announcement of something. ""The annunciation of a set of rules applying to the relationships between states."" " " Anode /ˈanōd/"" 1. The positively charged electrode by which the electrons leave a device. ""The anode and cathode are defined by the flow of current.""<div><img src=""vkl7u.jpg""> </div> " " Anodyne /ˈanəˌdīn/"" 1. A painkilling drug or medicine. ""She had even refused anodynes."" Synonyms : Painkiller, painkilling drug, analgesic, pain reliever, palliative. " " Anodyne: ""She had even refused anodynes."""" 1. A painkilling drug or medicine. ""She had even refused anodynes."" Synonyms : Painkiller, painkilling drug, analgesic, pain reliever, palliative. " " Anoint /əˈnoint/"" 1. Smear or rub with oil, typically as part of a religious ceremony. ""High priests were anointed with oil."" Synonyms : Smear with oil, rub with oil, apply oil to, spread oil over. " " Anoint: ""High priests were anointed with oil."""" 1. Smear or rub with oil, typically as part of a religious ceremony. ""High priests were anointed with oil."" Synonyms : Smear with oil, rub with oil, apply oil to, spread oil over. " " Anomalous /əˈnämələs/"" 1. Deviating from what is standard, normal, or expected. ""An anomalous situation."" Synonyms : Abnormal, atypical, non-typical, irregular, aberrant, exceptional, freak, freakish, odd, bizarre, peculiar, unusual, out of the ordinary, inconsistent, incongruous, deviant, deviating, divergent, eccentric. " " Anomalous: ""An anomalous situation."""" 1. Deviating from what is standard, normal, or expected. ""An anomalous situation."" Synonyms : Abnormal, atypical, non-typical, irregular, aberrant, exceptional, freak, freakish, odd, bizarre, peculiar, unusual, out of the ordinary, inconsistent, incongruous, deviant, deviating, divergent, eccentric. " " Anomaly /əˈnäməlē/"" 1. Something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected. ""There are a number of anomalies in the present system."" Synonyms : Oddity, peculiarity, abnormality, irregularity, inconsistency, incongruity, deviation, aberration, quirk, freak, exception, departure, divergence, variation. 2. The angular distance of a planet or satellite from its last perihelion or perigee. " " Anomaly: ""There are a number of anomalies in the present system."""" 1. Something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected. ""There are a number of anomalies in the present system."" Synonyms : Oddity, peculiarity, abnormality, irregularity, inconsistency, incongruity, deviation, aberration, quirk, freak, exception, departure, divergence, variation. 2. The angular distance of a planet or satellite from its last perihelion or perigee. " " Anonymity /ˌanəˈnimədē/"" 1. The condition of being anonymous. ""Most people who agreed to talk requested anonymity."" " " Anonymity: ""Most people who agreed to talk requested anonymity."""" 1. The condition of being anonymous. ""Most people who agreed to talk requested anonymity."" " " Antagonism /anˈtaɡəˌnizəm/"" 1. Active hostility or opposition. ""The antagonism between them."" Synonyms : Hostility, friction, enmity, antipathy, animus, opposition, dissension, rivalry, feud, conflict, discord, contention. " " Antagonism: ""The antagonism between them."""" 1. Active hostility or opposition. ""The antagonism between them."" Synonyms : Hostility, friction, enmity, antipathy, animus, opposition, dissension, rivalry, feud, conflict, discord, contention. " " Antagonize /anˈtaɡəˌnīz/"" 1. Cause (someone) to become hostile. ""He antagonized many colleagues during the budget wars."" Synonyms : Arouse hostility in, alienate, set someone against someone else, estrange, disaffect. " " Antagonize: ""He antagonized many colleagues during the budget wars."""" 1. Cause (someone) to become hostile. ""He antagonized many colleagues during the budget wars."" Synonyms : Arouse hostility in, alienate, set someone against someone else, estrange, disaffect. " " Ante /ˈan(t)ē/"" 1. Put up an amount as an ante in poker and similar games. ""He essentially gets to pick which bets he thinks are best, and ante them up."" Synonyms : Give, donate, give a donation of, make a donation of, put up, come up with, subscribe, hand out, grant, bestow, present, gift, accord. 2. A stake put up by a player in poker or brag before receiving cards. ""The antes were at the $10,000–$20,000 level."" " " Ante: ""He essentially gets to pick which bets he thinks are best, and ante them up."""" 1. Put up an amount as an ante in poker and similar games. ""He essentially gets to pick which bets he thinks are best, and ante them up."" Synonyms : Give, donate, give a donation of, make a donation of, put up, come up with, subscribe, hand out, grant, bestow, present, gift, accord. 2. A stake put up by a player in poker or brag before receiving cards. ""The antes were at the $10,000–$20,000 level."" " " Antecede /antɪˈsiːd/"" 1. Come before (something) in time, order, or position; precede. ""Investigative reporting long antecedes the invention of miniature cameras."" " " Antecede: ""Investigative reporting long antecedes the invention of miniature cameras."""" 1. Come before (something) in time, order, or position; precede. ""Investigative reporting long antecedes the invention of miniature cameras."" " " Antecedent /ˌan(t)əˈsēdnt/"" 1. Preceding in time or order; previous or preexisting. ""The antecedent events that prompt you to break a diet."" Synonyms : Previous, earlier, prior, foregoing, preceding, precursory. " " Antecedent: ""The antecedent events that prompt you to break a diet."""" 1. Preceding in time or order; previous or preexisting. ""The antecedent events that prompt you to break a diet."" Synonyms : Previous, earlier, prior, foregoing, preceding, precursory. " " Antechamber /ˈan(t)ēˌCHāmbər/"" 1. A small room leading to a main one. ""The antechamber to an interview room."" Synonyms : Entrance hall, hall, hallway, entrance, entry, porch, portico, reception area, atrium, concourse, lobby, vestibule, anteroom, antechamber, outer room, waiting room. " " Antechamber: ""The antechamber to an interview room."""" 1. A small room leading to a main one. ""The antechamber to an interview room."" Synonyms : Entrance hall, hall, hallway, entrance, entry, porch, portico, reception area, atrium, concourse, lobby, vestibule, anteroom, antechamber, outer room, waiting room. " " Antedate /ˈan(t)iˌdāt/"" 1. Precede in time; come before (something) in date. ""A civilization that antedated the Roman Empire."" Synonyms : Precede, predate, come before, go before, be earlier than, anticipate. " " Antedate: ""A civilization that antedated the Roman Empire."""" 1. Precede in time; come before (something) in date. ""A civilization that antedated the Roman Empire."" Synonyms : Precede, predate, come before, go before, be earlier than, anticipate. " " Antediluvian /ˌan(t)ēdəˈlo͞ovēən/"" 1. Of or belonging to the time before the biblical flood. ""Gigantic bones of antediluvian animals."" Synonyms : Before the flood, prehistoric, primeval, primordial, primal, earliest, ancient, early. " " Antediluvian: ""Gigantic bones of antediluvian animals."""" 1. Of or belonging to the time before the biblical flood. ""Gigantic bones of antediluvian animals."" Synonyms : Before the flood, prehistoric, primeval, primordial, primal, earliest, ancient, early. " " Antemeridian /ˌantɪmɪˈrɪdɪən/"" 1. Before midday; in the morning; = ante meridiem . now somewhat archaic. ""The first 12-hr period is often called antemeridian or AM and the second, postmeridian or PM, commonly known simply as morning and afternoon."" " " Antemundane /ˌantɪmʌnˈdeɪn/"" 1. Existing or occurring before the creation of the world. also occasionally in extended use: extremely ancient. " " Antenatal /ˌan(t)ēˈnādl/"" 1. Before birth; prenatal. ""Antenatal care."" " " Antenatal: ""Antenatal care."""" 1. Before birth; prenatal. ""Antenatal care."" " " Anterior /ˌanˈtirēər/"" 1. Nearer the front, especially situated in the front of the body or nearer to the head. ""The veins anterior to the heart."" Synonyms : Forepart, fore, foremost part, anterior, forefront, nose, head. 2. Coming before in time; earlier. ""There are few examples of gold and silver work anterior to the dynasty of the romanoffs."" Synonyms : Earlier, previous, preceding, foregoing, antecedent, advance, preparatory, preliminary, initial. " " Anterior: ""The veins anterior to the heart."""" 1. Nearer the front, especially situated in the front of the body or nearer to the head. ""The veins anterior to the heart."" Synonyms : Forepart, fore, foremost part, anterior, forefront, nose, head. 2. Coming before in time; earlier. ""There are few examples of gold and silver work anterior to the dynasty of the romanoffs."" Synonyms : Earlier, previous, preceding, foregoing, antecedent, advance, preparatory, preliminary, initial. " " Anterior: ""There are few examples of gold and silver work anterior to the dynasty of the romanoffs."""" 1. Nearer the front, especially situated in the front of the body or nearer to the head. ""The veins anterior to the heart."" Synonyms : Forepart, fore, foremost part, anterior, forefront, nose, head. 2. Coming before in time; earlier. ""There are few examples of gold and silver work anterior to the dynasty of the romanoffs."" Synonyms : Earlier, previous, preceding, foregoing, antecedent, advance, preparatory, preliminary, initial. " " Anteroom /ˈan(t)ēˌro͞om/"" 1. An antechamber, typically serving as a waiting room. Synonyms : Antechamber, outer room, vestibule, lobby, waiting room, reception area. " " Anthology /anˈTHäləjē/"" 1. A published collection of poems or other pieces of writing. ""An anthology of European poetry."" Synonyms : Collection, compilation, anthology, treasury, digest. " " Anthology: ""An anthology of European poetry."""" 1. A published collection of poems or other pieces of writing. ""An anthology of European poetry."" Synonyms : Collection, compilation, anthology, treasury, digest. " " Anthracite /ˈanTHrəˌsīt/"" 1. A dark grey colour. <div>""A wide range of colours from anthracite to blush pink.""</div> 2. Coal of a hard variety that contains relatively pure carbon and burns with little flame and smoke. <img src=""DSC_0023.JPG""> " " Anthropocentric /ˌanTHrəpəˈsentrik/"" 1. Regarding humankind as the central or most important element of existence, especially as opposed to god or animals. ""When we assess animal intelligence we tend to take a very anthropocentric view."" " " Anthropocentric: ""When we assess animal intelligence we tend to take a very anthropocentric view."""" 1. Regarding humankind as the central or most important element of existence, especially as opposed to god or animals. ""When we assess animal intelligence we tend to take a very anthropocentric view."" " " Anthropoid /ˈanTHrəˌpoid/"" 1. A higher primate, especially an ape or apeman. 2. Resembling a human being in form. ""Anthropoid gods"" " " Anthropology /ˌanTHrəˈpäləjē/"" 1. The study of human societies and cultures and their development. ""Claire wasn't sure if she wanted to study anthropology or philosophy."" " " Anthropomorphous /ˌanTHrəpəˈmôrfəs/"" 1. (of a god, animal, or object) human in form or nature. " " Antic /ˈan(t)ik/"" 1. Grotesque or bizarre. Synonyms : Practical joke, trick, mischievous act, piece of mischief, joke, escapade, stunt, caper, jape, game, hoax, antic. " " Antichrist /ˈan(t)ēˌkrīst/"" 1. (in some christian teachings) a personal opponent of christ expected to appear before the end of the world. ""The battle between christ and the antichrist."" " " Antichrist: ""The battle between christ and the antichrist."""" 1. (in some christian teachings) a personal opponent of christ expected to appear before the end of the world. ""The battle between christ and the antichrist."" " " Antidepressant /ˌan(t)ēdəˈpresnt/"" 1. An antidepressant drug. ""The doctor gave her a new antidepressant to try."" Synonyms : Tonic, restorative, reviver, energizer, refresher. " " Antidote /ˈan(t)iˌdōt/"" 1. Counteract or cancel with an antidote. ""I don't believe there is an antidote for it yet?"" " " Antidote: ""I don't believe there is an antidote for it yet?"""" 1. Counteract or cancel with an antidote. ""I don't believe there is an antidote for it yet?"" " " Antigen /ˈan(t)əjən/"" 1. A toxin or other foreign substance which induces an immune response in the body, especially the production of antibodies. ""SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, has several known antigens, including its nucleocapsid phosphoprotein and spike glycoprotein, which are the visible protrusions on its surface."" " " Antilogy /anˈtɪlədʒi/"" 1. A contradiction in terms or ideas. ""The term ‘buckle’ is an antilogy because it can mean to fasten and it can also mean to bend."" Synonyms : Conflict, clash, disagreement, opposition, inconsistency, lack of congruence, incongruity, incongruousness, mismatch, variance. " " Antipathy /anˈtēpəTHē/"" 1. A deep-seated feeling of dislike; aversion. ""His fundamental antipathy to capitalism."" Synonyms : Hostility, antagonism, animosity, aversion, animus, opposition, enmity, dislike, distaste, ill will, ill feeling, hatred, hate, abhorrence, loathing, repugnance, odium. " " Antipathy: ""His fundamental antipathy to capitalism."""" 1. A deep-seated feeling of dislike; aversion. ""His fundamental antipathy to capitalism."" Synonyms : Hostility, antagonism, animosity, aversion, animus, opposition, enmity, dislike, distaste, ill will, ill feeling, hatred, hate, abhorrence, loathing, repugnance, odium. " " Antiphon /ˈan(t)əˌfän/"" 1. (In traditional western christian liturgy) a short sentence sung or recited before or after a psalm or canticle. ""The chant (a psalm, hymn, or antiphon) that was historically sung by a soloist, the choir, or the congregation during the Communion of the priest and the faithful in the Roman Mass. In the Roman liturgy this chant is called the Communion antiphon (antiphona ad communionem ) or simply the Communion."" " " Antiphony /anˈtifənē/"" 1. Antiphonal singing, playing, or chanting. " " Antipode /ˈan(t)əˌpōd/"" 1. The direct opposite of something else. ""The pole and its antipode."" Synonyms : Reverse, converse, antithesis, contrary, inverse, obverse, contradiction. " " Antipode: ""The pole and its antipode."""" 1. The direct opposite of something else. ""The pole and its antipode."" Synonyms : Reverse, converse, antithesis, contrary, inverse, obverse, contradiction. " " Antipodes /anˈtipədēz/"" 1. Australia and new zealand (used by inhabitants of the northern hemisphere). ""There were plants from the antipodes, including eucalyptuses and acacias."" 2. The direct opposite of something. ""Voting and violence are antipodes."" Synonyms : Reverse, converse, antithesis, contrary, inverse, obverse, contradiction. " " Antipodes: ""There were plants from the antipodes, including eucalyptuses and acacias."""" 1. Australia and new zealand (used by inhabitants of the northern hemisphere). ""There were plants from the antipodes, including eucalyptuses and acacias."" 2. The direct opposite of something. ""Voting and violence are antipodes."" Synonyms : Reverse, converse, antithesis, contrary, inverse, obverse, contradiction. " " Antipodes: ""Voting and violence are antipodes."""" 1. Australia and new zealand (used by inhabitants of the northern hemisphere). ""There were plants from the antipodes, including eucalyptuses and acacias."" 2. The direct opposite of something. ""Voting and violence are antipodes."" Synonyms : Reverse, converse, antithesis, contrary, inverse, obverse, contradiction. " " Antiquary /ˈan(t)əˌkwerē/"" 1. Another term for antiquarian : relating to or dealing in antiques or rare books. " " Antiquated /ˈan(t)əˌkwādəd/"" 1. Old-fashioned or outdated. ""This antiquated central heating system."" Synonyms : Outdated, out of date, outmoded, behind the times, old-fashioned, archaic, anachronistic, superannuated, outworn, ancient, antediluvian, primitive, medieval, quaint, old-fangled, obsolescent, obsolete, prehistoric. " " Antiquated: ""This antiquated central heating system."""" 1. Old-fashioned or outdated. ""This antiquated central heating system."" Synonyms : Outdated, out of date, outmoded, behind the times, old-fashioned, archaic, anachronistic, superannuated, outworn, ancient, antediluvian, primitive, medieval, quaint, old-fangled, obsolescent, obsolete, prehistoric. " " Antique /anˈtēk/"" 1. Make (something) resemble an antique by artificial means. ""Sanding will change the luster of the sanded spot, especially if the finish has been antiqued."" 2. Search or shop for antiques. ""They went antiquing almost every weekend."" " " Antique: ""Sanding will change the luster of the sanded spot, especially if the finish has been antiqued."""" 1. Make (something) resemble an antique by artificial means. ""Sanding will change the luster of the sanded spot, especially if the finish has been antiqued."" 2. Search or shop for antiques. ""They went antiquing almost every weekend."" " " Antique: ""They went antiquing almost every weekend."""" 1. Make (something) resemble an antique by artificial means. ""Sanding will change the luster of the sanded spot, especially if the finish has been antiqued."" 2. Search or shop for antiques. ""They went antiquing almost every weekend."" " " Antiseptic /ˌan(t)əˈseptik/"" 1. An antiseptic compound or preparation. ""The inappropriate use of antiseptics."" Synonyms : Disinfectant, germicide, bactericide. 2. Scrupulously clean or pure, especially so as to be bland or characterless. ""The antiseptic modernity of a conference center."" Synonyms : Characterless, colourless, soulless, bland, nondescript, uninspiring. " " Antiseptic: ""The inappropriate use of antiseptics."""" 1. An antiseptic compound or preparation. ""The inappropriate use of antiseptics."" Synonyms : Disinfectant, germicide, bactericide. 2. Scrupulously clean or pure, especially so as to be bland or characterless. ""The antiseptic modernity of a conference center."" Synonyms : Characterless, colourless, soulless, bland, nondescript, uninspiring. " " Antiseptic: ""The antiseptic modernity of a conference center."""" 1. An antiseptic compound or preparation. ""The inappropriate use of antiseptics."" Synonyms : Disinfectant, germicide, bactericide. 2. Scrupulously clean or pure, especially so as to be bland or characterless. ""The antiseptic modernity of a conference center."" Synonyms : Characterless, colourless, soulless, bland, nondescript, uninspiring. " " Antispasmodic /ˌan(t)ēˌspazˈmädik/"" 1. An antispasmodic drug. " " Antistrophe /anˈtistrəfē/"" 1. The second section of an Ancient Greek choral ode or of one division of it. " " Antithesis /anˈtiTHəsəs/"" 1. A person or thing that is the direct opposite of someone or something else. ""Love is the antithesis of selfishness."" Synonyms : Opposite, direct opposite, converse, reverse, reversal, inverse, obverse. " " Antithesis: ""Love is the antithesis of selfishness."""" 1. A person or thing that is the direct opposite of someone or something else. ""Love is the antithesis of selfishness."" Synonyms : Opposite, direct opposite, converse, reverse, reversal, inverse, obverse. " " Antithetical /ˌan(t)əˈTHedək(ə)l/"" 1. Directly opposed or contrasted; mutually incompatible. ""People whose religious beliefs are antithetical to mine."" Synonyms : Opposed to, directly opposed to, contrary to, contradictory to, conflicting with, incompatible with, irreconcilable with, inconsistent with, at variance with, at odds with, contrasting with, different from, different to, differing from, divergent from, unlike. 2. Connected with, containing, or using the rhetorical device of antithesis. ""When praising the government, pyrocles invokes the familiar oxymoronic and antithetical mode."" " " Antithetical: ""People whose religious beliefs are antithetical to mine."""" 1. Directly opposed or contrasted; mutually incompatible. ""People whose religious beliefs are antithetical to mine."" Synonyms : Opposed to, directly opposed to, contrary to, contradictory to, conflicting with, incompatible with, irreconcilable with, inconsistent with, at variance with, at odds with, contrasting with, different from, different to, differing from, divergent from, unlike. 2. Connected with, containing, or using the rhetorical device of antithesis. ""When praising the government, pyrocles invokes the familiar oxymoronic and antithetical mode."" " " Antithetical: ""When praising the government, pyrocles invokes the familiar oxymoronic and antithetical mode."""" 1. Directly opposed or contrasted; mutually incompatible. ""People whose religious beliefs are antithetical to mine."" Synonyms : Opposed to, directly opposed to, contrary to, contradictory to, conflicting with, incompatible with, irreconcilable with, inconsistent with, at variance with, at odds with, contrasting with, different from, different to, differing from, divergent from, unlike. 2. Connected with, containing, or using the rhetorical device of antithesis. ""When praising the government, pyrocles invokes the familiar oxymoronic and antithetical mode."" " " Antitoxin /ˌan(t)ēˈtäksən/"" 1. An antibody that counteracts a toxin. ""An antitoxin doesn't currently exist for it."" Synonyms : Antitoxin, antiserum. " " Antonym /ˈan(t)əˌnim/"" 1. A word opposite in meaning to another (e.g. bad and good). ""A simple antonym is 'go' and 'stop'."" " " Anxious /ˈaNG(k)SHəs/"" 1. Experiencing worry, unease, or nervousness, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome. ""She was extremely anxious about her exams."" Synonyms : Worried, concerned, apprehensive, fearful, uneasy, ill at ease, perturbed, troubled, disquieted, bothered, disturbed, distressed, fretful, fretting, agitated, in a state of agitation, nervous, in a state of nerves, edgy, on edge, tense, overwrought, worked up, keyed up, strung out, jumpy, afraid, worried sick, with one's stomach in knots, with one's heart in one's mouth, on pins and needles, stressed, under stress, in suspense, flurried. 2. Wanting something very much, typically with a feeling of unease. ""The company was anxious to avoid any trouble."" Synonyms : Eager, keen, desirous, impatient, itching, longing, yearning, aching, dying. " " Anxious: ""She was extremely anxious about her exams."""" 1. Experiencing worry, unease, or nervousness, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome. ""She was extremely anxious about her exams."" Synonyms : Worried, concerned, apprehensive, fearful, uneasy, ill at ease, perturbed, troubled, disquieted, bothered, disturbed, distressed, fretful, fretting, agitated, in a state of agitation, nervous, in a state of nerves, edgy, on edge, tense, overwrought, worked up, keyed up, strung out, jumpy, afraid, worried sick, with one's stomach in knots, with one's heart in one's mouth, on pins and needles, stressed, under stress, in suspense, flurried. 2. Wanting something very much, typically with a feeling of unease. ""The company was anxious to avoid any trouble."" Synonyms : Eager, keen, desirous, impatient, itching, longing, yearning, aching, dying. " " Anxious: ""The company was anxious to avoid any trouble."""" 1. Experiencing worry, unease, or nervousness, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome. ""She was extremely anxious about her exams."" Synonyms : Worried, concerned, apprehensive, fearful, uneasy, ill at ease, perturbed, troubled, disquieted, bothered, disturbed, distressed, fretful, fretting, agitated, in a state of agitation, nervous, in a state of nerves, edgy, on edge, tense, overwrought, worked up, keyed up, strung out, jumpy, afraid, worried sick, with one's stomach in knots, with one's heart in one's mouth, on pins and needles, stressed, under stress, in suspense, flurried. 2. Wanting something very much, typically with a feeling of unease. ""The company was anxious to avoid any trouble."" Synonyms : Eager, keen, desirous, impatient, itching, longing, yearning, aching, dying. " " Apace /əˈpās/"" 1. Swiftly; quickly. ""Work continues apace."" Synonyms : Quickly, fast, swiftly, rapidly, speedily, briskly, without delay, post-haste, expeditiously, at full speed, at full tilt. " " Apace: ""Work continues apace."""" 1. Swiftly; quickly. ""Work continues apace."" Synonyms : Quickly, fast, swiftly, rapidly, speedily, briskly, without delay, post-haste, expeditiously, at full speed, at full tilt. " " Apartheid /əˈpärtˌ(h)āt/"" 1. (in south africa) a policy or system of segregation or discrimination on grounds of race. Synonyms : Prejudice, bias, bigotry, intolerance, narrow-mindedness, unfairness, inequity, favouritism, one-sidedness, partisanship. " " Apathetic /ˌapəˈTHedik/"" 1. Showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern. ""Apathetic slackers who don't vote."" Synonyms : Uninterested, indifferent, unconcerned, unmoved, unresponsive, impassive, passive, detached, uninvolved, disinterested, unfeeling, unemotional, emotionless, dispassionate, lukewarm, cool, uncaring, half-hearted, lackadaisical, non-committal. " " Apathetic: ""Apathetic slackers who don't vote."""" 1. Showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern. ""Apathetic slackers who don't vote."" Synonyms : Uninterested, indifferent, unconcerned, unmoved, unresponsive, impassive, passive, detached, uninvolved, disinterested, unfeeling, unemotional, emotionless, dispassionate, lukewarm, cool, uncaring, half-hearted, lackadaisical, non-committal. " " Apathy /ˈapəTHē/"" 1. Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern. ""Widespread apathy among students."" Synonyms : Indifference, lack of interest, lack of enthusiasm, lack of concern, unconcern, uninterestedness, unresponsiveness, impassivity, passivity, passiveness, detachment, dispassion, dispassionateness, lack of involvement, phlegm, coolness. " " Apathy: ""Widespread apathy among students."""" 1. Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern. ""Widespread apathy among students."" Synonyms : Indifference, lack of interest, lack of enthusiasm, lack of concern, unconcern, uninterestedness, unresponsiveness, impassivity, passivity, passiveness, detachment, dispassion, dispassionateness, lack of involvement, phlegm, coolness. " " Aperture /ˈapərˌCHər/"" 1. An opening, hole, or gap. ""The bell ropes passed through apertures in the ceiling."" Synonyms : Opening, hole, gap, space, slit, slot, vent, passage, crevice, chink, crack, fissure, perforation, breach, eye, interstice. " " Aperture: ""The bell ropes passed through apertures in the ceiling."""" 1. An opening, hole, or gap. ""The bell ropes passed through apertures in the ceiling."" Synonyms : Opening, hole, gap, space, slit, slot, vent, passage, crevice, chink, crack, fissure, perforation, breach, eye, interstice. " " Apex /ˈāpeks/"" 1. Reach a high point or climax. ""Melodic lines build up to the chorus and it apexes at the solo."" " " Apex: ""Melodic lines build up to the chorus and it apexes at the solo."""" 1. Reach a high point or climax. ""Melodic lines build up to the chorus and it apexes at the solo."" " " Aphorism /ˈafəˌrizəm/"" 1. A pithy observation that contains a general truth, such as, “if it ain't broke, don't fix it.”. ""The old aphorism “the child is father to the man”."" Synonyms : Proverb, maxim, aphorism, axiom, adage, saw, tag, motto, precept, epigram, epigraph, dictum, gnome, pearl of wisdom. " " Aphorism: ""The old aphorism “the child is father to the man”."""" 1. A pithy observation that contains a general truth, such as, “if it ain't broke, don't fix it.”. ""The old aphorism “the child is father to the man”."" Synonyms : Proverb, maxim, aphorism, axiom, adage, saw, tag, motto, precept, epigram, epigraph, dictum, gnome, pearl of wisdom. " " Apiary /ˈāpēˌerē/"" 1. A place where bees are kept; a collection of beehives. " " Aplomb /əˈpläm/"" 1. Self-confidence or assurance, especially when in a demanding situation. ""Diana passed the test with aplomb."" Synonyms : Poise, self-assurance, assurance, self-possession, self-confidence, calmness, composure, collectedness, presence of mind, level-headedness, sangfroid, equilibrium, equanimity, nerve, nonchalance. " " Aplomb: ""Diana passed the test with aplomb."""" 1. Self-confidence or assurance, especially when in a demanding situation. ""Diana passed the test with aplomb."" Synonyms : Poise, self-assurance, assurance, self-possession, self-confidence, calmness, composure, collectedness, presence of mind, level-headedness, sangfroid, equilibrium, equanimity, nerve, nonchalance. " " Apocryphal /əˈpäkrəfəl/"" 1. (of a story or statement) of doubtful authenticity, although widely circulated as being true. ""An apocryphal story about a former president."" Synonyms : Fictitious, made-up, untrue, fabricated, false, spurious. " " Apocryphal: ""An apocryphal story about a former president."""" 1. (of a story or statement) of doubtful authenticity, although widely circulated as being true. ""An apocryphal story about a former president."" Synonyms : Fictitious, made-up, untrue, fabricated, false, spurious. " " Apogee /ˈapəjē/"" 1. The highest point in the development of something; a climax or culmination. ""The white house is considered the apogee of american achievement."" Synonyms : Climax, pinnacle, peak, high point, highest point, height, high water mark, top, summit, crest, zenith, crowning moment, apotheosis. 2. The point in the orbit of the moon or a satellite at which it is furthest from the earth. <img src=""apogee_and_perigee.png""> Synonyms : Top, peak, mountaintop, crest, crown, apex, vertex, apogee, tip, cap. " " Apogee: ""The white house is considered the apogee of american achievement."""" 1. The highest point in the development of something; a climax or culmination. ""The white house is considered the apogee of american achievement."" Synonyms : Climax, pinnacle, peak, high point, highest point, height, high water mark, top, summit, crest, zenith, crowning moment, apotheosis. 2. The point in the orbit of the moon or a satellite at which it is furthest from the earth. <img src=""apogee_and_perigee.png""> Synonyms : Top, peak, mountaintop, crest, crown, apex, vertex, apogee, tip, cap. " " Apolitical /ˌāpəˈlidək(ə)l/"" 1. Not interested or involved in politics. ""He took an apolitical stance."" " " Apolitical: ""He took an apolitical stance."""" 1. Not interested or involved in politics. ""He took an apolitical stance."" " " Apologist /əˈpäləjəst/"" 1. A person who offers an argument in defense of something controversial. ""An enthusiastic apologist for fascism in the 1920s."" Synonyms : Defender, supporter, upholder, advocate, proponent, exponent, propagandist, apostle, champion, backer, promoter, campaigner, spokesman, spokeswoman, spokesperson, speaker, arguer, enthusiast. " " Apologist: ""An enthusiastic apologist for fascism in the 1920s."""" 1. A person who offers an argument in defense of something controversial. ""An enthusiastic apologist for fascism in the 1920s."" Synonyms : Defender, supporter, upholder, advocate, proponent, exponent, propagandist, apostle, champion, backer, promoter, campaigner, spokesman, spokeswoman, spokesperson, speaker, arguer, enthusiast. " " Apoplectic /ˌapəˈplektik/"" 1. Overcome with anger; extremely indignant. ""Mark was apoplectic with rage at the decision."" Synonyms : Furious, enraged, overcome with anger, infuriated, in a temper, incensed, raging. " " Apoplectic: ""Mark was apoplectic with rage at the decision."""" 1. Overcome with anger; extremely indignant. ""Mark was apoplectic with rage at the decision."" Synonyms : Furious, enraged, overcome with anger, infuriated, in a temper, incensed, raging. " " Apostasy /əˈpästəsē/"" 1. The abandonment or renunciation of a religious or political belief. ""The execution of their leader for apostasy brought widespread criticism."" Synonyms : Renunciation of belief, abandonment of belief, recantation. " " Apostasy: ""The execution of their leader for apostasy brought widespread criticism."""" 1. The abandonment or renunciation of a religious or political belief. ""The execution of their leader for apostasy brought widespread criticism."" Synonyms : Renunciation of belief, abandonment of belief, recantation. " " Apostate /əˈpäˌstāt/"" 1. Abandoning a religious or political belief or principle. ""An apostate roman catholic."" " " Apostate: ""An apostate roman catholic."""" 1. Abandoning a religious or political belief or principle. ""An apostate roman catholic."" " " Apostle /əˈpäsəl/"" 1. An important early christian teacher or pioneering missionary. ""Kiril and Metodije, the apostles of the Slavs."" " " Apostle: ""Kiril and Metodije, the apostles of the Slavs."""" 1. An important early christian teacher or pioneering missionary. ""Kiril and Metodije, the apostles of the Slavs."" " " Apothecary /əˈpäTHəˌkerē/"" 1. A person who prepared and sold medicines and drugs. ""He visited the apothecary to sell the herbs he'd picked in the forest."" " " Apothegm /ˈapəˌTHem/"" 1. A concise saying or maxim; an aphorism. ""The apothegm “tomorrow is another day”."" Synonyms : Maxim, saying, proverb, aphorism, adage, saw, axiom, formula, expression, phrase, rule, dictum, precept, epigram, gnome. " " Apothegm: ""The apothegm “tomorrow is another day”."""" 1. A concise saying or maxim; an aphorism. ""The apothegm “tomorrow is another day”."" Synonyms : Maxim, saying, proverb, aphorism, adage, saw, axiom, formula, expression, phrase, rule, dictum, precept, epigram, gnome. " " Apotheosis /əˌpäTHēˈōsəs/"" 1. The highest point in the development of something; culmination or climax. ""His appearance as hamlet was the apotheosis of his career."" Synonyms : Culmination, climax, crowning moment, peak, pinnacle, summit, zenith, apex, acme, apogee, high point, highest point, height, high water mark. " " Apotheosis: ""His appearance as hamlet was the apotheosis of his career."""" 1. The highest point in the development of something; culmination or climax. ""His appearance as hamlet was the apotheosis of his career."" Synonyms : Culmination, climax, crowning moment, peak, pinnacle, summit, zenith, apex, acme, apogee, high point, highest point, height, high water mark. " " Appalling /əˈpôliNG/"" 1. Causing shock or dismay; horrific. ""The cat suffered appalling injuries during the attack."" Synonyms : Shocking, horrific, horrifying, horrible, terrible, awful, dreadful, ghastly, hideous, horrendous, frightful, atrocious, abominable, abhorrent, outrageous, hateful, loathsome, odious, gruesome, grisly, monstrous, nightmarish, heinous, harrowing, dire, vile, shameful, unspeakable, unforgivable, unpardonable. " " Appalling: ""The cat suffered appalling injuries during the attack."""" 1. Causing shock or dismay; horrific. ""The cat suffered appalling injuries during the attack."" Synonyms : Shocking, horrific, horrifying, horrible, terrible, awful, dreadful, ghastly, hideous, horrendous, frightful, atrocious, abominable, abhorrent, outrageous, hateful, loathsome, odious, gruesome, grisly, monstrous, nightmarish, heinous, harrowing, dire, vile, shameful, unspeakable, unforgivable, unpardonable. " " Apparent /əˈperənt/"" 1. Clearly visible or understood; obvious. ""It became apparent that he was talented."" Synonyms : Evident, plain, obvious, clear, manifest, visible, discernible, perceptible, perceivable, noticeable, detectable, recognizable, observable. " " Apparent: ""It became apparent that he was talented."""" 1. Clearly visible or understood; obvious. ""It became apparent that he was talented."" Synonyms : Evident, plain, obvious, clear, manifest, visible, discernible, perceptible, perceivable, noticeable, detectable, recognizable, observable. " " Apparition /ˌapəˈriSH(ə)n/"" 1. A ghost or ghostlike image of a person. ""A headless apparition."" Synonyms : Ghost, phantom, spectre, spirit, wraith, shadow, presence. " " Apparition: ""A headless apparition."""" 1. A ghost or ghostlike image of a person. ""A headless apparition."" Synonyms : Ghost, phantom, spectre, spirit, wraith, shadow, presence. " " Appease /əˈpēz/"" 1. Pacify or placate (someone) by acceding to their demands. ""Amendments have been added to appease local pressure groups."" Synonyms : Conciliate, placate, pacify, make peace with, propitiate, palliate, allay, reconcile, win over. 2. Relieve or satisfy (a demand or a feeling). ""We give to charity because it appeases our guilt."" Synonyms : Satisfy, fulfil, gratify, meet, fill, serve, provide for, indulge. " " Appease: ""Amendments have been added to appease local pressure groups."""" 1. Pacify or placate (someone) by acceding to their demands. ""Amendments have been added to appease local pressure groups."" Synonyms : Conciliate, placate, pacify, make peace with, propitiate, palliate, allay, reconcile, win over. 2. Relieve or satisfy (a demand or a feeling). ""We give to charity because it appeases our guilt."" Synonyms : Satisfy, fulfil, gratify, meet, fill, serve, provide for, indulge. " " Appease: ""We give to charity because it appeases our guilt."""" 1. Pacify or placate (someone) by acceding to their demands. ""Amendments have been added to appease local pressure groups."" Synonyms : Conciliate, placate, pacify, make peace with, propitiate, palliate, allay, reconcile, win over. 2. Relieve or satisfy (a demand or a feeling). ""We give to charity because it appeases our guilt."" Synonyms : Satisfy, fulfil, gratify, meet, fill, serve, provide for, indulge. " " Appellate /əˈpelət/"" 1. (especially of a court) concerned with or dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed. ""Courts of appellate jurisdiction."" " " Appellate: ""Courts of appellate jurisdiction."""" 1. (especially of a court) concerned with or dealing with applications for decisions to be reversed. ""Courts of appellate jurisdiction."" " " Append /əˈpend/"" 1. Add (something) as an attachment or supplement. ""The results of the survey are appended to this chapter."" Synonyms : Add, attach, affix, adjoin, include, put in, put on. " " Append: ""The results of the survey are appended to this chapter."""" 1. Add (something) as an attachment or supplement. ""The results of the survey are appended to this chapter."" Synonyms : Add, attach, affix, adjoin, include, put in, put on. " " Appertain /ˌapərˈtān/"" 1. Relate to; concern. ""The answers generally appertain to improvements in standards of service."" Synonyms : Pertain to, relate to, concern, be concerned with, have to do with. 2. Be appropriate or applicable. ""The institutional arrangements that appertain under the system."" " " Appertain: ""The answers generally appertain to improvements in standards of service."""" 1. Relate to; concern. ""The answers generally appertain to improvements in standards of service."" Synonyms : Pertain to, relate to, concern, be concerned with, have to do with. 2. Be appropriate or applicable. ""The institutional arrangements that appertain under the system."" " " Appertain: ""The institutional arrangements that appertain under the system."""" 1. Relate to; concern. ""The answers generally appertain to improvements in standards of service."" Synonyms : Pertain to, relate to, concern, be concerned with, have to do with. 2. Be appropriate or applicable. ""The institutional arrangements that appertain under the system."" " " Applicable /ˈapləkəb(ə)l/"" 1. Relevant or appropriate. ""The same considerations are equally applicable to accident claims."" Synonyms : Relevant, appropriate, pertinent, apposite, germane, material, felicitous, significant, related, connected. " " Applicable: ""The same considerations are equally applicable to accident claims."""" 1. Relevant or appropriate. ""The same considerations are equally applicable to accident claims."" Synonyms : Relevant, appropriate, pertinent, apposite, germane, material, felicitous, significant, related, connected. " " Application /ˌapləˈkāSH(ə)n/"" 1. A formal request to an authority for something. ""An application for leave."" Synonyms : Request, appeal, petition, entreaty, plea, solicitation, supplication, requisition, suit, approach, inquiry, claim, demand. 2. The action of putting something into operation. ""The application of general rules to particular cases."" Synonyms : Implementation, use, exercise, employment, administration, utilization, practice, applying, discharge, exertion, execution, prosecution, enactment, carrying out, accomplishment, putting into operation, putting into practice. 3. The action of putting something on a surface. ""Paints suitable for application on fabric."" Synonyms : Putting on, rubbing in, spreading, smearing. " " Application: ""An application for leave."""" 1. A formal request to an authority for something. ""An application for leave."" Synonyms : Request, appeal, petition, entreaty, plea, solicitation, supplication, requisition, suit, approach, inquiry, claim, demand. 2. The action of putting something into operation. ""The application of general rules to particular cases."" Synonyms : Implementation, use, exercise, employment, administration, utilization, practice, applying, discharge, exertion, execution, prosecution, enactment, carrying out, accomplishment, putting into operation, putting into practice. 3. The action of putting something on a surface. ""Paints suitable for application on fabric."" Synonyms : Putting on, rubbing in, spreading, smearing. " " Application: ""The application of general rules to particular cases."""" 1. A formal request to an authority for something. ""An application for leave."" Synonyms : Request, appeal, petition, entreaty, plea, solicitation, supplication, requisition, suit, approach, inquiry, claim, demand. 2. The action of putting something into operation. ""The application of general rules to particular cases."" Synonyms : Implementation, use, exercise, employment, administration, utilization, practice, applying, discharge, exertion, execution, prosecution, enactment, carrying out, accomplishment, putting into operation, putting into practice. 3. The action of putting something on a surface. ""Paints suitable for application on fabric."" Synonyms : Putting on, rubbing in, spreading, smearing. " " Application: ""Paints suitable for application on fabric."""" 1. A formal request to an authority for something. ""An application for leave."" Synonyms : Request, appeal, petition, entreaty, plea, solicitation, supplication, requisition, suit, approach, inquiry, claim, demand. 2. The action of putting something into operation. ""The application of general rules to particular cases."" Synonyms : Implementation, use, exercise, employment, administration, utilization, practice, applying, discharge, exertion, execution, prosecution, enactment, carrying out, accomplishment, putting into operation, putting into practice. 3. The action of putting something on a surface. ""Paints suitable for application on fabric."" Synonyms : Putting on, rubbing in, spreading, smearing. " " Apportion /əˈpôrSH(ə)n/"" 1. Divide and allocate. ""Voting power will be apportioned according to contribution."" Synonyms : Share out, divide out, allocate, distribute, allot, assign, dispense. " " Apportion: ""Voting power will be apportioned according to contribution."""" 1. Divide and allocate. ""Voting power will be apportioned according to contribution."" Synonyms : Share out, divide out, allocate, distribute, allot, assign, dispense. " " Apposite /ˈapəzət/"" 1. Apt in the circumstances or in relation to something. ""An apposite quotation."" Synonyms : Appropriate, suitable, fitting, apt, befitting. " " Apposite: ""An apposite quotation."""" 1. Apt in the circumstances or in relation to something. ""An apposite quotation."" Synonyms : Appropriate, suitable, fitting, apt, befitting. " " Appraise /əˈprāz/"" 1. Assess the value or quality of. ""She stealthily appraised him in a pocket mirror."" Synonyms : Assess, evaluate, estimate, judge, rate, gauge, sum up, review, consider. " " Appraise: ""She stealthily appraised him in a pocket mirror."""" 1. Assess the value or quality of. ""She stealthily appraised him in a pocket mirror."" Synonyms : Assess, evaluate, estimate, judge, rate, gauge, sum up, review, consider. " " Appreciable /əˈprēSH(ē)əb(ə)l/"" 1. Large or important enough to be noticed. ""Tea and coffee both contain appreciable amounts of caffeine."" Synonyms : Considerable, substantial, significant, sizeable, goodly, fair, reasonable, tidy, marked. " " Appreciable: ""Tea and coffee both contain appreciable amounts of caffeine."""" 1. Large or important enough to be noticed. ""Tea and coffee both contain appreciable amounts of caffeine."" Synonyms : Considerable, substantial, significant, sizeable, goodly, fair, reasonable, tidy, marked. " " Apprehend /ˌaprəˈhend/"" 1. Arrest (someone) for a crime. ""A warrant was issued but he has not been apprehended."" Synonyms : Arrest, catch, capture, seize. 2. Understand or perceive. ""Great art invites us to apprehend beauty."" Synonyms : Understand, comprehend, realize, recognize, appreciate, discern, perceive, fathom, penetrate, catch, follow, grasp, make out, take in. " " Apprehend: ""A warrant was issued but he has not been apprehended."""" 1. Arrest (someone) for a crime. ""A warrant was issued but he has not been apprehended."" Synonyms : Arrest, catch, capture, seize. 2. Understand or perceive. ""Great art invites us to apprehend beauty."" Synonyms : Understand, comprehend, realize, recognize, appreciate, discern, perceive, fathom, penetrate, catch, follow, grasp, make out, take in. " " Apprehend: ""Great art invites us to apprehend beauty."""" 1. Arrest (someone) for a crime. ""A warrant was issued but he has not been apprehended."" Synonyms : Arrest, catch, capture, seize. 2. Understand or perceive. ""Great art invites us to apprehend beauty."" Synonyms : Understand, comprehend, realize, recognize, appreciate, discern, perceive, fathom, penetrate, catch, follow, grasp, make out, take in. " " Apprehension /ˌaprəˈhenSHən/"" 1. Anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen. ""He felt sick with apprehension."" Synonyms : Anxiety, angst, alarm, worry, uneasiness, unease, nervousness, misgiving, disquiet, concern, agitation, restlessness, edginess, fidgetiness, nerves, tension, trepidation, perturbation, consternation, panic, fearfulness, dread, fear, shock, horror, terror. 2. Understanding; grasp. ""The pure apprehension of the work of art."" Synonyms : Understanding, grasp, comprehension, realization, recognition, appreciation, discernment, perception, awareness, cognizance, consciousness, penetration. 3. The action of arresting someone. ""They acted with intent to prevent lawful apprehension."" Synonyms : Arrest, capture, seizure, catching. " " Apprehension: ""He felt sick with apprehension."""" 1. Anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen. ""He felt sick with apprehension."" Synonyms : Anxiety, angst, alarm, worry, uneasiness, unease, nervousness, misgiving, disquiet, concern, agitation, restlessness, edginess, fidgetiness, nerves, tension, trepidation, perturbation, consternation, panic, fearfulness, dread, fear, shock, horror, terror. 2. Understanding; grasp. ""The pure apprehension of the work of art."" Synonyms : Understanding, grasp, comprehension, realization, recognition, appreciation, discernment, perception, awareness, cognizance, consciousness, penetration. 3. The action of arresting someone. ""They acted with intent to prevent lawful apprehension."" Synonyms : Arrest, capture, seizure, catching. " " Apprehension: ""The pure apprehension of the work of art."""" 1. Anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen. ""He felt sick with apprehension."" Synonyms : Anxiety, angst, alarm, worry, uneasiness, unease, nervousness, misgiving, disquiet, concern, agitation, restlessness, edginess, fidgetiness, nerves, tension, trepidation, perturbation, consternation, panic, fearfulness, dread, fear, shock, horror, terror. 2. Understanding; grasp. ""The pure apprehension of the work of art."" Synonyms : Understanding, grasp, comprehension, realization, recognition, appreciation, discernment, perception, awareness, cognizance, consciousness, penetration. 3. The action of arresting someone. ""They acted with intent to prevent lawful apprehension."" Synonyms : Arrest, capture, seizure, catching. " " Apprehension: ""They acted with intent to prevent lawful apprehension."""" 1. Anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen. ""He felt sick with apprehension."" Synonyms : Anxiety, angst, alarm, worry, uneasiness, unease, nervousness, misgiving, disquiet, concern, agitation, restlessness, edginess, fidgetiness, nerves, tension, trepidation, perturbation, consternation, panic, fearfulness, dread, fear, shock, horror, terror. 2. Understanding; grasp. ""The pure apprehension of the work of art."" Synonyms : Understanding, grasp, comprehension, realization, recognition, appreciation, discernment, perception, awareness, cognizance, consciousness, penetration. 3. The action of arresting someone. ""They acted with intent to prevent lawful apprehension."" Synonyms : Arrest, capture, seizure, catching. " " Apprehensive /ˌaprəˈhensiv/"" 1. Anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen. ""He felt apprehensive about going home."" Synonyms : Anxious, alarmed, worried, uneasy, nervous, concerned, agitated, restless, edgy, on edge, fidgety, tense, strained, stressed, neurotic, panicky, afraid, scared, frightened, fearful, terrified. 2. Relating to perception or understanding. " " Apprehensive: ""He felt apprehensive about going home."""" 1. Anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen. ""He felt apprehensive about going home."" Synonyms : Anxious, alarmed, worried, uneasy, nervous, concerned, agitated, restless, edgy, on edge, fidgety, tense, strained, stressed, neurotic, panicky, afraid, scared, frightened, fearful, terrified. 2. Relating to perception or understanding. " " Apprentice /əˈpren(t)əs/"" 1. Employ (someone) as an apprentice. ""Edward was apprenticed to a printer."" " " Apprentice: ""Edward was apprenticed to a printer."""" 1. Employ (someone) as an apprentice. ""Edward was apprenticed to a printer."" " " Apprise /əˈprīz/"" 1. Inform or tell (someone). ""I thought it right to apprise Chris of what had happened."" Synonyms : Inform, notify, tell, let know, advise, brief, intimate, make aware of, send word to, update, keep posted, keep up to date, keep up to speed, enlighten. " " Apprise: ""I thought it right to apprise Chris of what had happened."""" 1. Inform or tell (someone). ""I thought it right to apprise Chris of what had happened."" Synonyms : Inform, notify, tell, let know, advise, brief, intimate, make aware of, send word to, update, keep posted, keep up to date, keep up to speed, enlighten. " " Approbation /ˌaprəˈbāSHən/"" 1. Approval or praise. ""The opera met with high approbation."" Synonyms : Approval, acceptance, assent, endorsement, encouragement, recognition, appreciation, support, respect, admiration, commendation, congratulations. " " Approbation: ""The opera met with high approbation."""" 1. Approval or praise. ""The opera met with high approbation."" Synonyms : Approval, acceptance, assent, endorsement, encouragement, recognition, appreciation, support, respect, admiration, commendation, congratulations. " " Appropriate /əˈprōprēət/"" 1. Take (something) for one's own use, typically without the owner's permission. ""His images have been appropriated by advertisers."" Synonyms : Seize, commandeer, expropriate, annex, arrogate, sequestrate, sequester, take possession of, take over, assume, secure, acquire, wrest, usurp, claim, lay claim to, hijack. 2. Devote (money or assets) to a special purpose. ""There can be problems in appropriating funds for legal expenses."" Synonyms : Allocate, assign, allot, earmark, set apart, set aside, devote, apportion, budget. " " Appropriate: ""His images have been appropriated by advertisers."""" 1. Take (something) for one's own use, typically without the owner's permission. ""His images have been appropriated by advertisers."" Synonyms : Seize, commandeer, expropriate, annex, arrogate, sequestrate, sequester, take possession of, take over, assume, secure, acquire, wrest, usurp, claim, lay claim to, hijack. 2. Devote (money or assets) to a special purpose. ""There can be problems in appropriating funds for legal expenses."" Synonyms : Allocate, assign, allot, earmark, set apart, set aside, devote, apportion, budget. " " Appropriate: ""There can be problems in appropriating funds for legal expenses."""" 1. Take (something) for one's own use, typically without the owner's permission. ""His images have been appropriated by advertisers."" Synonyms : Seize, commandeer, expropriate, annex, arrogate, sequestrate, sequester, take possession of, take over, assume, secure, acquire, wrest, usurp, claim, lay claim to, hijack. 2. Devote (money or assets) to a special purpose. ""There can be problems in appropriating funds for legal expenses."" Synonyms : Allocate, assign, allot, earmark, set apart, set aside, devote, apportion, budget. " " Appurtenance /əˈpərt(ə)nəns/"" 1. An accessory or other item associated with a particular activity or style of living. ""All the appurtenances of luxurious travel."" Synonyms : Accessories, trappings, appendages, accoutrements, extras, additions, adjuncts, conveniences, incidentals. " " Appurtenance: ""All the appurtenances of luxurious travel."""" 1. An accessory or other item associated with a particular activity or style of living. ""All the appurtenances of luxurious travel."" Synonyms : Accessories, trappings, appendages, accoutrements, extras, additions, adjuncts, conveniences, incidentals. " " Appurtenant /əˈpərt(ə)nənt/"" 1. Belonging; pertinent. ""Secondary buildings that are appurtenant to the main building."" Synonyms : Relevant, to the point, apposite, appropriate, suitable, fitting, fit, apt, applicable, material, germane, to the purpose, apropos. " " Appurtenant: ""Secondary buildings that are appurtenant to the main building."""" 1. Belonging; pertinent. ""Secondary buildings that are appurtenant to the main building."" Synonyms : Relevant, to the point, apposite, appropriate, suitable, fitting, fit, apt, applicable, material, germane, to the purpose, apropos. " " Apropos /ˌaprəˈpō/"" 1. Very appropriate to a particular situation. ""The composer's reference to child's play is apropos."" Synonyms : Appropriate, pertinent, relevant, apposite, apt, applicable, suitable, germane, material, becoming, befitting, significant, to the point, to the purpose. 2. With reference to; concerning. ""She remarked apropos of the initiative, ‘It's not going to stop the abuse’."" Synonyms : With reference to, with regard to, with respect to, regarding. " " Apropos: ""The composer's reference to child's play is apropos."""" 1. Very appropriate to a particular situation. ""The composer's reference to child's play is apropos."" Synonyms : Appropriate, pertinent, relevant, apposite, apt, applicable, suitable, germane, material, becoming, befitting, significant, to the point, to the purpose. 2. With reference to; concerning. ""She remarked apropos of the initiative, ‘It's not going to stop the abuse’."" Synonyms : With reference to, with regard to, with respect to, regarding. " " Apt /apt/"" 1. Appropriate or suitable in the circumstances. ""An apt description of her nature."" Synonyms : Suitable, fitting, appropriate, befitting, relevant, felicitous, congruous, fit, applicable, judicious, apposite, apropos, to the purpose, to the point. 2. Having a tendency to do something. ""She was apt to confuse the past with the present."" Synonyms : Inclined, given, likely, liable, disposed, predisposed, prone, ready, tending, subject, of a mind, capable. 3. Quick to learn. ""He proved an apt scholar."" Synonyms : Clever, quick, bright, sharp, quick to learn, smart, intelligent. " " Apt: ""An apt description of her nature."""" 1. Appropriate or suitable in the circumstances. ""An apt description of her nature."" Synonyms : Suitable, fitting, appropriate, befitting, relevant, felicitous, congruous, fit, applicable, judicious, apposite, apropos, to the purpose, to the point. 2. Having a tendency to do something. ""She was apt to confuse the past with the present."" Synonyms : Inclined, given, likely, liable, disposed, predisposed, prone, ready, tending, subject, of a mind, capable. 3. Quick to learn. ""He proved an apt scholar."" Synonyms : Clever, quick, bright, sharp, quick to learn, smart, intelligent. " " Apt: ""She was apt to confuse the past with the present."""" 1. Appropriate or suitable in the circumstances. ""An apt description of her nature."" Synonyms : Suitable, fitting, appropriate, befitting, relevant, felicitous, congruous, fit, applicable, judicious, apposite, apropos, to the purpose, to the point. 2. Having a tendency to do something. ""She was apt to confuse the past with the present."" Synonyms : Inclined, given, likely, liable, disposed, predisposed, prone, ready, tending, subject, of a mind, capable. 3. Quick to learn. ""He proved an apt scholar."" Synonyms : Clever, quick, bright, sharp, quick to learn, smart, intelligent. " " Apt: ""He proved an apt scholar."""" 1. Appropriate or suitable in the circumstances. ""An apt description of her nature."" Synonyms : Suitable, fitting, appropriate, befitting, relevant, felicitous, congruous, fit, applicable, judicious, apposite, apropos, to the purpose, to the point. 2. Having a tendency to do something. ""She was apt to confuse the past with the present."" Synonyms : Inclined, given, likely, liable, disposed, predisposed, prone, ready, tending, subject, of a mind, capable. 3. Quick to learn. ""He proved an apt scholar."" Synonyms : Clever, quick, bright, sharp, quick to learn, smart, intelligent. " " Aptitude /ˈaptəˌt(y)o͞od/"" 1. A natural ability to do something. ""Children with an aptitude for painting and drawing."" Synonyms : Talent, skill, expertise, expertness, adeptness, aptitude, skilfulness, prowess, mastery, artistry, calibre, accomplishment. 2. Suitability or fitness. ""Aptitude of expression."" " " Aptitude: ""Children with an aptitude for painting and drawing."""" 1. A natural ability to do something. ""Children with an aptitude for painting and drawing."" Synonyms : Talent, skill, expertise, expertness, adeptness, aptitude, skilfulness, prowess, mastery, artistry, calibre, accomplishment. 2. Suitability or fitness. ""Aptitude of expression."" " " Aptitude: ""Aptitude of expression."""" 1. A natural ability to do something. ""Children with an aptitude for painting and drawing."" Synonyms : Talent, skill, expertise, expertness, adeptness, aptitude, skilfulness, prowess, mastery, artistry, calibre, accomplishment. 2. Suitability or fitness. ""Aptitude of expression."" " " Aquatic /əˈkwädik/"" 1. An aquatic plant or animal, especially one suitable for a pond or aquarium. ""Water lilies and other deep-water aquatics."" 2. Sports played in or on water. " " Aquatic: ""Water lilies and other deep-water aquatics."""" 1. An aquatic plant or animal, especially one suitable for a pond or aquarium. ""Water lilies and other deep-water aquatics."" 2. Sports played in or on water. " " Aqueduct /ˈäkwəˌdəkt/"" 1. An artificial channel for conveying water, typically in the form of a bridge across a valley or other gap. Synonyms : Conduit, race, channel, watercourse, waterway, sluice, sluiceway, spillway. " " Aqueous /ˈākwēəs/"" 1. Of or containing water, typically as a solvent or medium. ""An aqueous solution of potassium permanganate."" " " Aqueous: ""An aqueous solution of potassium permanganate."""" 1. Of or containing water, typically as a solvent or medium. ""An aqueous solution of potassium permanganate."" " " Arabesque /ˌerəˈbesk/"" 1. A posture in which the body is supported on one leg, with the other leg extended horizontally backward. ""The ballet teacher spent an entire class teaching the finer points of the arabesque.""<div><img src=""220px-1991-Silje_Studio_11år_cropped.jpg""> </div> 2. An ornamental design consisting of intertwined flowing lines, originally found in arabic or moorish decoration. ""Arabesque scrolls."" Synonyms : Elaborate, ornate, fancy. 3. A passage or composition with fanciful ornamentation of the melody. " " Arabesque: ""Arabesque scrolls."""" 1. A posture in which the body is supported on one leg, with the other leg extended horizontally backward. ""The ballet teacher spent an entire class teaching the finer points of the arabesque.""<div><img src=""220px-1991-Silje_Studio_11år_cropped.jpg""> </div> 2. An ornamental design consisting of intertwined flowing lines, originally found in arabic or moorish decoration. ""Arabesque scrolls."" Synonyms : Elaborate, ornate, fancy. 3. A passage or composition with fanciful ornamentation of the melody. " " Arable /ˈerəb(ə)l/"" 1. (of land) used or suitable for growing crops. ""Acres of arable land."" " " Arable: ""Acres of arable land."""" 1. (of land) used or suitable for growing crops. ""Acres of arable land."" " " Arbiter /ˈärbədər/"" 1. A person who settles a dispute or has ultimate authority in a matter. ""The military acted as arbiter of conflicts between political groups."" Synonyms : Judge, authority, determiner, controller, director, governor, master, expert, pundit, critic. " " Arbiter: ""The military acted as arbiter of conflicts between political groups."""" 1. A person who settles a dispute or has ultimate authority in a matter. ""The military acted as arbiter of conflicts between political groups."" Synonyms : Judge, authority, determiner, controller, director, governor, master, expert, pundit, critic. " " Arbitrary /ˈärbəˌtrerē/"" 1. Based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system. ""His mealtimes were entirely arbitrary."" Synonyms : Capricious, whimsical, random, chance, erratic, unpredictable, inconsistent, wild, hit-or-miss, haphazard, casual. " " Arbitrary: ""His mealtimes were entirely arbitrary."""" 1. Based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system. ""His mealtimes were entirely arbitrary."" Synonyms : Capricious, whimsical, random, chance, erratic, unpredictable, inconsistent, wild, hit-or-miss, haphazard, casual. " " Arbitrate /ˈärbəˌtrāt/"" 1. (of an independent person or body) reach an authoritative judgment or settlement. ""The board has the power to arbitrate in disputes."" Synonyms : Adjudicate, judge, adjudge, referee, umpire, sit in judgement, pass judgement, pronounce judgement, give a verdict, make a ruling. " " Arbitrate: ""The board has the power to arbitrate in disputes."""" 1. (of an independent person or body) reach an authoritative judgment or settlement. ""The board has the power to arbitrate in disputes."" Synonyms : Adjudicate, judge, adjudge, referee, umpire, sit in judgement, pass judgement, pronounce judgement, give a verdict, make a ruling. " " Arbitrator /ˈärbəˌtrādər/"" 1. An independent person or body officially appointed to settle a dispute. ""The facts of the case are put to an independent arbitrator."" Synonyms : Adjudicator, arbiter, judge, umpire, referee, assistant referee, linesman, line judge. " " Arbitrator: ""The facts of the case are put to an independent arbitrator."""" 1. An independent person or body officially appointed to settle a dispute. ""The facts of the case are put to an independent arbitrator."" Synonyms : Adjudicator, arbiter, judge, umpire, referee, assistant referee, linesman, line judge. " " Arbor /ˈärbər/"" 1. A shady garden alcove with sides and a roof formed by trees or climbing plants trained over a wooden framework. <img src=""paste-27d40fb5db53145ded0ed4cb9e62fb5cf96d918f.jpg""> Synonyms : Bower, alcove, grotto, recess, pergola, gazebo, summer house. " " Arboreal /ärˈbôrēəl/"" 1. (chiefly of animals) living in trees. ""Arboreal rodents."" " " Arboreal: ""Arboreal rodents."""" 1. (chiefly of animals) living in trees. ""Arboreal rodents."" " " Arboriculture /ˈärbərəˌkəlCHər/"" 1. The cultivation of trees and shrubs. ""One of the fastest growing areas has been utility arboriculture, which involves managing trees near power lines and other infrastructure."" " " Arcade /ärˈkād/"" 1. A covered passageway with arches along one or both sides.<div><img src=""Arcade-Ospedale-degli-Innocenti-Florence-Filippo-Brunelleschi.jpg""> </div> "" The court which forms the entrance to the shrine of the saint is richly adorned with tiles and plaster-work, and is surrounded by an arcade of white marble columns, supporting a painted wooden roof."" Synonyms : Gallery, colonnade, cloister, loggia, portico, forum, peristyle, stoa. 2. Short for video arcade. " " Arcane /ärˈkān/"" 1. Understood by few; mysterious or secret. ""Modern math and its arcane notation."" Synonyms : Mysterious, secret, hidden, concealed, covert, clandestine, enigmatic, dark. " " Arcane: ""Modern math and its arcane notation."""" 1. Understood by few; mysterious or secret. ""Modern math and its arcane notation."" Synonyms : Mysterious, secret, hidden, concealed, covert, clandestine, enigmatic, dark. " " Arch /ärCH/"" 1. Have the curved shape of an arch. ""A beautiful bridge that arched over a canal."" " " Arch: ""A beautiful bridge that arched over a canal."""" 1. Have the curved shape of an arch. ""A beautiful bridge that arched over a canal."" " " Archaeology /ˌärkēˈäləjē/"" 1. The study of human history and prehistory through the excavation of sites and the analysis of artifacts and other physical remains. 'Indiana Jones helped popularise archeology."" " " Archaic /ärˈkāik/"" 1. Very old or old-fashioned. ""Prisons are run on archaic methods."" Synonyms : Obsolete, obsolescent, out of date, anachronistic, old-fashioned, outmoded, behind the times, bygone, antiquated, antique, superannuated, antediluvian, past its prime, having seen better days, olde worlde, old-fangled. " " Archaic: ""Prisons are run on archaic methods."""" 1. Very old or old-fashioned. ""Prisons are run on archaic methods."" Synonyms : Obsolete, obsolescent, out of date, anachronistic, old-fashioned, outmoded, behind the times, bygone, antiquated, antique, superannuated, antediluvian, past its prime, having seen better days, olde worlde, old-fangled. " " Archangel /ˈärkˌānjəl/"" 1. An angel of high rank. ""Michael is an archangel in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam."" " " Archbishop /ˌärCHˈbiSHəp/"" 1. The chief bishop responsible for an archdiocese. ""The archbishop of york."" " " Archbishop: ""The archbishop of york."""" 1. The chief bishop responsible for an archdiocese. ""The archbishop of york."" " " Archdeacon /ˌärCHˈdēkən/"" 1. A senior christian cleric (in the early church a deacon, in the modern anglican church a priest) to whom a bishop delegates certain responsibilities. " " Archetype /ˈärkəˌtīp/"" 1. A very typical example of a certain person or thing. ""The book is a perfect archetype of the genre."" Synonyms : Personification, embodiment, incarnation, paragon. " " Archetype: ""The book is a perfect archetype of the genre."""" 1. A very typical example of a certain person or thing. ""The book is a perfect archetype of the genre."" Synonyms : Personification, embodiment, incarnation, paragon. " " Archipelago /ˌärkəˈpeləˌɡō/"" 1. A group of islands. ""The indonesian archipelago."" " " Archipelago: ""The indonesian archipelago."""" 1. A group of islands. ""The indonesian archipelago."" " " Archive /ˈärˌkīv/"" 1. Place or store (something) in an archive. Synonyms : File, log, catalogue, pigeonhole. " " Ardent /ˈärdnt/"" 1. Enthusiastic or passionate. ""An ardent baseball fan."" Synonyms : Passionate, avid, impassioned, fervent, fervid, zealous, wholehearted, eager, vehement, intense, fierce, fiery, flaming, emotional, hot-blooded. " " Ardent: ""An ardent baseball fan."""" 1. Enthusiastic or passionate. ""An ardent baseball fan."" Synonyms : Passionate, avid, impassioned, fervent, fervid, zealous, wholehearted, eager, vehement, intense, fierce, fiery, flaming, emotional, hot-blooded. " " Ardor /ˈärdər/"" 1. Enthusiasm or passion. ""They felt the stirrings of revolutionary ardor."" Synonyms : Passion, avidity, fervour, zeal, wholeheartedness, eagerness, vehemence, intensity, fierceness, zest, gusto, energy, animation, fire, fieriness, emotion, emotionalism, feeling, hot-bloodedness. " " Ardor: ""They felt the stirrings of revolutionary ardor."""" 1. Enthusiasm or passion. ""They felt the stirrings of revolutionary ardor."" Synonyms : Passion, avidity, fervour, zeal, wholeheartedness, eagerness, vehemence, intensity, fierceness, zest, gusto, energy, animation, fire, fieriness, emotion, emotionalism, feeling, hot-bloodedness. " " Arduous /ˈärjo͞oəs/"" 1. Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring. ""An arduous journey."" Synonyms : Onerous, taxing, difficult, hard, heavy, laborious, burdensome, strenuous, vigorous, back-breaking, stiff, uphill, relentless, herculean. " " Arduous: ""An arduous journey."""" 1. Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring. ""An arduous journey."" Synonyms : Onerous, taxing, difficult, hard, heavy, laborious, burdensome, strenuous, vigorous, back-breaking, stiff, uphill, relentless, herculean. " " Aria /ˈärēə/"" 1. A long accompanied song for a solo voice, typically one in an opera or oratorio. ""The typical context for arias is opera, but vocal arias also feature in oratorios and cantatas, sharing features of the operatic arias of their periods."" Synonyms : Tune, melody, song, theme, strain, refrain, piece, aria. " " Arid /ˈerəd/"" 1. (of land or a climate) having little or no rain; too dry or barren to support vegetation. ""Hot and arid conditions."" Synonyms : Dry, dried up, waterless, as dry as a bone, moistureless, parched, scorched, baked, thirsty. 2. Lacking in interest, excitement, or meaning. ""His arid years in suburbia."" Synonyms : Dreary, dull, drab, dry, sterile, banal, colourless, monochrome, unstimulating, uninspiring, flat, boring, uninteresting, monotonous, lifeless, tedious, vapid, jejune, soul-destroying. " " Arid: ""Hot and arid conditions."""" 1. (of land or a climate) having little or no rain; too dry or barren to support vegetation. ""Hot and arid conditions."" Synonyms : Dry, dried up, waterless, as dry as a bone, moistureless, parched, scorched, baked, thirsty. 2. Lacking in interest, excitement, or meaning. ""His arid years in suburbia."" Synonyms : Dreary, dull, drab, dry, sterile, banal, colourless, monochrome, unstimulating, uninspiring, flat, boring, uninteresting, monotonous, lifeless, tedious, vapid, jejune, soul-destroying. " " Arid: ""His arid years in suburbia."""" 1. (of land or a climate) having little or no rain; too dry or barren to support vegetation. ""Hot and arid conditions."" Synonyms : Dry, dried up, waterless, as dry as a bone, moistureless, parched, scorched, baked, thirsty. 2. Lacking in interest, excitement, or meaning. ""His arid years in suburbia."" Synonyms : Dreary, dull, drab, dry, sterile, banal, colourless, monochrome, unstimulating, uninspiring, flat, boring, uninteresting, monotonous, lifeless, tedious, vapid, jejune, soul-destroying. " " Aristocrat /əˈristəˌkrat/"" 1. A member of the aristocracy. ""A decadent old blue-blooded aristocrat."" Synonyms : Nobleman, noblewoman, lord, lady, peer, peeress, peer of the realm, patrician, grandee, titled man, titled person, titled woman. " " Aristocrat: ""A decadent old blue-blooded aristocrat."""" 1. A member of the aristocracy. ""A decadent old blue-blooded aristocrat."" Synonyms : Nobleman, noblewoman, lord, lady, peer, peeress, peer of the realm, patrician, grandee, titled man, titled person, titled woman. " " Armada /ärˈmädə/"" 1. A fleet of warships. ""An armada of destroyers, minesweepers, and gunboats."" Synonyms : Fleet, flotilla, squadron, navy, naval force, task force, naval task force. " " Armada: ""An armada of destroyers, minesweepers, and gunboats."""" 1. A fleet of warships. ""An armada of destroyers, minesweepers, and gunboats."" Synonyms : Fleet, flotilla, squadron, navy, naval force, task force, naval task force. " " Armful /ˈärmfo͝ol/"" 1. As much as a person can hold in both arms. ""She rushed into the dressing room with an armful of clothes."" 2. A large quantity. ""Most of us will end up with armfuls of stuff we do not need."" " " Armful: ""She rushed into the dressing room with an armful of clothes."""" 1. As much as a person can hold in both arms. ""She rushed into the dressing room with an armful of clothes."" 2. A large quantity. ""Most of us will end up with armfuls of stuff we do not need."" " " Armistice /ˈärməstəs/"" 1. An agreement made by opposing sides in a war to stop fighting for a certain time; a truce. ""The italian government signed an armistice with the allies."" Synonyms : Truce, ceasefire, suspension of hostilities, cessation of hostilities, peace. " " Armistice: ""The italian government signed an armistice with the allies."""" 1. An agreement made by opposing sides in a war to stop fighting for a certain time; a truce. ""The italian government signed an armistice with the allies."" Synonyms : Truce, ceasefire, suspension of hostilities, cessation of hostilities, peace. " " Armory /ˈärmərē/"" 1. A place where weapons are kept. Synonyms : Arsenal, arms depot, arms cache, ordnance depot, magazine, ammunition dump. 2. An array of resources available for a particular purpose. ""His armory of comic routines."" 3. A place where military reservists are trained or headquartered. " " Armory: ""His armory of comic routines."""" 1. A place where weapons are kept. Synonyms : Arsenal, arms depot, arms cache, ordnance depot, magazine, ammunition dump. 2. An array of resources available for a particular purpose. ""His armory of comic routines."" 3. A place where military reservists are trained or headquartered. " " Aroma /əˈrōmə/"" 1. A distinctive, typically pleasant smell. ""The tantalizing aroma of fresh coffee."" Synonyms : Smell, odour, fragrance, scent, perfume, whiff, redolence, tang, savour, bouquet, nose. " " Aroma: ""The tantalizing aroma of fresh coffee."""" 1. A distinctive, typically pleasant smell. ""The tantalizing aroma of fresh coffee."" Synonyms : Smell, odour, fragrance, scent, perfume, whiff, redolence, tang, savour, bouquet, nose. " " Arouse /əˈrouz/"" 1. Evoke or awaken (a feeling, emotion, or response). ""Something about the man aroused the guard's suspicions."" Synonyms : Cause, induce, prompt, set off, trigger, stir up, inspire, call forth, bring into being, call into being, draw forth, bring out, excite, evoke, pique, whet, stir, engender, generate, kindle, fire, touch off, spark off, provoke, foster, whip up, sow the seeds of. 2. Awaken (someone) from sleep. ""She had been aroused by the telephone."" Synonyms : Wake, wake up, waken, awaken, bring to, bring around, rouse. " " Arouse: ""Something about the man aroused the guard's suspicions."""" 1. Evoke or awaken (a feeling, emotion, or response). ""Something about the man aroused the guard's suspicions."" Synonyms : Cause, induce, prompt, set off, trigger, stir up, inspire, call forth, bring into being, call into being, draw forth, bring out, excite, evoke, pique, whet, stir, engender, generate, kindle, fire, touch off, spark off, provoke, foster, whip up, sow the seeds of. 2. Awaken (someone) from sleep. ""She had been aroused by the telephone."" Synonyms : Wake, wake up, waken, awaken, bring to, bring around, rouse. " " Arouse: ""She had been aroused by the telephone."""" 1. Evoke or awaken (a feeling, emotion, or response). ""Something about the man aroused the guard's suspicions."" Synonyms : Cause, induce, prompt, set off, trigger, stir up, inspire, call forth, bring into being, call into being, draw forth, bring out, excite, evoke, pique, whet, stir, engender, generate, kindle, fire, touch off, spark off, provoke, foster, whip up, sow the seeds of. 2. Awaken (someone) from sleep. ""She had been aroused by the telephone."" Synonyms : Wake, wake up, waken, awaken, bring to, bring around, rouse. " " Arraign /əˈrān/"" 1. Call or bring (someone) before a court to answer a criminal charge. ""Her sister was arraigned on attempted murder charges."" Synonyms : Indict, prosecute, put on trial, bring to trial. " " Arraign: ""Her sister was arraigned on attempted murder charges."""" 1. Call or bring (someone) before a court to answer a criminal charge. ""Her sister was arraigned on attempted murder charges."" Synonyms : Indict, prosecute, put on trial, bring to trial. " " Arrange /əˈrānj/"" 1. Put (things) in a neat, attractive, or required order. ""She had just finished arranging the flowers."" Synonyms : Put in order, order, set out, lay out, spread out, array, present, put out, display, exhibit, group, sort, organize, tidy, position, dispose. 2. Organize or make plans for (a future event). ""They hoped to arrange a meeting."" Synonyms : Organize, fix, plan, schedule, pencil in, devise, contrive. 3. Adapt (a composition) for performance with instruments or voices other than those originally specified. ""Songs arranged for viola and piano."" Synonyms : Adapt, set, score, orchestrate, instrument, harmonize. " " Arrange: ""She had just finished arranging the flowers."""" 1. Put (things) in a neat, attractive, or required order. ""She had just finished arranging the flowers."" Synonyms : Put in order, order, set out, lay out, spread out, array, present, put out, display, exhibit, group, sort, organize, tidy, position, dispose. 2. Organize or make plans for (a future event). ""They hoped to arrange a meeting."" Synonyms : Organize, fix, plan, schedule, pencil in, devise, contrive. 3. Adapt (a composition) for performance with instruments or voices other than those originally specified. ""Songs arranged for viola and piano."" Synonyms : Adapt, set, score, orchestrate, instrument, harmonize. " " Arrange: ""They hoped to arrange a meeting."""" 1. Put (things) in a neat, attractive, or required order. ""She had just finished arranging the flowers."" Synonyms : Put in order, order, set out, lay out, spread out, array, present, put out, display, exhibit, group, sort, organize, tidy, position, dispose. 2. Organize or make plans for (a future event). ""They hoped to arrange a meeting."" Synonyms : Organize, fix, plan, schedule, pencil in, devise, contrive. 3. Adapt (a composition) for performance with instruments or voices other than those originally specified. ""Songs arranged for viola and piano."" Synonyms : Adapt, set, score, orchestrate, instrument, harmonize. " " Arrange: ""Songs arranged for viola and piano."""" 1. Put (things) in a neat, attractive, or required order. ""She had just finished arranging the flowers."" Synonyms : Put in order, order, set out, lay out, spread out, array, present, put out, display, exhibit, group, sort, organize, tidy, position, dispose. 2. Organize or make plans for (a future event). ""They hoped to arrange a meeting."" Synonyms : Organize, fix, plan, schedule, pencil in, devise, contrive. 3. Adapt (a composition) for performance with instruments or voices other than those originally specified. ""Songs arranged for viola and piano."" Synonyms : Adapt, set, score, orchestrate, instrument, harmonize. " " Arrangement /əˈrānjmənt/"" 1. The action, process, or result of arranging or being arranged. ""The arrangement of the furniture in the room."" Synonyms : Positioning, disposition, marshalling, ranging, ordering. 2. Plans or preparations for a future event. ""All the arrangements for the wedding were made."" Synonyms : Arrangements, planning, plans, provision, preparatory measures, preliminaries, necessary steps, groundwork, spadework, foundation, gearing up. 3. A composition adapted for performance with different instruments or voices than those originally specified. ""Mozart's symphonies in arrangements for cello and piano."" Synonyms : Adaptation, setting, scoring, orchestration, instrumentation, reduction, harmonization. " " Arrangement: ""The arrangement of the furniture in the room."""" 1. The action, process, or result of arranging or being arranged. ""The arrangement of the furniture in the room."" Synonyms : Positioning, disposition, marshalling, ranging, ordering. 2. Plans or preparations for a future event. ""All the arrangements for the wedding were made."" Synonyms : Arrangements, planning, plans, provision, preparatory measures, preliminaries, necessary steps, groundwork, spadework, foundation, gearing up. 3. A composition adapted for performance with different instruments or voices than those originally specified. ""Mozart's symphonies in arrangements for cello and piano."" Synonyms : Adaptation, setting, scoring, orchestration, instrumentation, reduction, harmonization. " " Arrangement: ""All the arrangements for the wedding were made."""" 1. The action, process, or result of arranging or being arranged. ""The arrangement of the furniture in the room."" Synonyms : Positioning, disposition, marshalling, ranging, ordering. 2. Plans or preparations for a future event. ""All the arrangements for the wedding were made."" Synonyms : Arrangements, planning, plans, provision, preparatory measures, preliminaries, necessary steps, groundwork, spadework, foundation, gearing up. 3. A composition adapted for performance with different instruments or voices than those originally specified. ""Mozart's symphonies in arrangements for cello and piano."" Synonyms : Adaptation, setting, scoring, orchestration, instrumentation, reduction, harmonization. " " Arrangement: ""Mozart's symphonies in arrangements for cello and piano."""" 1. The action, process, or result of arranging or being arranged. ""The arrangement of the furniture in the room."" Synonyms : Positioning, disposition, marshalling, ranging, ordering. 2. Plans or preparations for a future event. ""All the arrangements for the wedding were made."" Synonyms : Arrangements, planning, plans, provision, preparatory measures, preliminaries, necessary steps, groundwork, spadework, foundation, gearing up. 3. A composition adapted for performance with different instruments or voices than those originally specified. ""Mozart's symphonies in arrangements for cello and piano."" Synonyms : Adaptation, setting, scoring, orchestration, instrumentation, reduction, harmonization. " " Arrant /ˈerənt/"" 1. Complete, utter. ""What arrant nonsense!."" Synonyms : Utter, downright, thoroughgoing, absolute, complete, thorough, through and through, total, unmitigated, outright, out-and-out, real, perfect, consummate, surpassing, sheer, rank, pure, unqualified, inveterate, positive, undiluted, unalloyed, unadulterated, in every respect, unconditional. " " Arrant: ""What arrant nonsense!."""" 1. Complete, utter. ""What arrant nonsense!."" Synonyms : Utter, downright, thoroughgoing, absolute, complete, thorough, through and through, total, unmitigated, outright, out-and-out, real, perfect, consummate, surpassing, sheer, rank, pure, unqualified, inveterate, positive, undiluted, unalloyed, unadulterated, in every respect, unconditional. " " Arrears /əˈrɪəz/"" 1. Money that is owed and should have been paid earlier. ""He was suing the lessee for the arrears of rent."" " " Arrears: ""He was suing the lessee for the arrears of rent."""" 1. Money that is owed and should have been paid earlier. ""He was suing the lessee for the arrears of rent."" " " Arrest /əˈrest/"" 1. The action of seizing someone to take into custody. ""I have a warrant for your arrest."" Synonyms : Detention, apprehension, seizure, capture, taking into custody. 2. A stoppage or sudden cessation of motion. ""A respiratory arrest."" Synonyms : Stoppage, halt, interruption. 3. Attract the attention of (someone). ""His attention was arrested by a strange sound."" Synonyms : Attract, capture, catch, catch hold of, hold, grip, engage. " " Arrest: ""I have a warrant for your arrest."""" 1. The action of seizing someone to take into custody. ""I have a warrant for your arrest."" Synonyms : Detention, apprehension, seizure, capture, taking into custody. 2. A stoppage or sudden cessation of motion. ""A respiratory arrest."" Synonyms : Stoppage, halt, interruption. 3. Attract the attention of (someone). ""His attention was arrested by a strange sound."" Synonyms : Attract, capture, catch, catch hold of, hold, grip, engage. " " Arrest: ""A respiratory arrest."""" 1. The action of seizing someone to take into custody. ""I have a warrant for your arrest."" Synonyms : Detention, apprehension, seizure, capture, taking into custody. 2. A stoppage or sudden cessation of motion. ""A respiratory arrest."" Synonyms : Stoppage, halt, interruption. 3. Attract the attention of (someone). ""His attention was arrested by a strange sound."" Synonyms : Attract, capture, catch, catch hold of, hold, grip, engage. " " Arrest: ""His attention was arrested by a strange sound."""" 1. The action of seizing someone to take into custody. ""I have a warrant for your arrest."" Synonyms : Detention, apprehension, seizure, capture, taking into custody. 2. A stoppage or sudden cessation of motion. ""A respiratory arrest."" Synonyms : Stoppage, halt, interruption. 3. Attract the attention of (someone). ""His attention was arrested by a strange sound."" Synonyms : Attract, capture, catch, catch hold of, hold, grip, engage. " " Arresting /əˈrestiNG/"" 1. Striking; eye-catching. ""At 6 feet 6 inches he was an arresting figure."" Synonyms : Striking, eye-catching, conspicuous, noticeable, dramatic, impressive, imposing, spectacular, breathtaking, dazzling, amazing, astounding, astonishing, surprising, staggering, stunning, sensational, awesome, awe-inspiring, engaging. 2. Denoting a person or agency that seizes and detains someone by legal authority. ""The arresting officer."" " " Arresting: ""At 6 feet 6 inches he was an arresting figure."""" 1. Striking; eye-catching. ""At 6 feet 6 inches he was an arresting figure."" Synonyms : Striking, eye-catching, conspicuous, noticeable, dramatic, impressive, imposing, spectacular, breathtaking, dazzling, amazing, astounding, astonishing, surprising, staggering, stunning, sensational, awesome, awe-inspiring, engaging. 2. Denoting a person or agency that seizes and detains someone by legal authority. ""The arresting officer."" " " Arresting: ""The arresting officer."""" 1. Striking; eye-catching. ""At 6 feet 6 inches he was an arresting figure."" Synonyms : Striking, eye-catching, conspicuous, noticeable, dramatic, impressive, imposing, spectacular, breathtaking, dazzling, amazing, astounding, astonishing, surprising, staggering, stunning, sensational, awesome, awe-inspiring, engaging. 2. Denoting a person or agency that seizes and detains someone by legal authority. ""The arresting officer."" " " Arriviste /ˌärēˈvēst/"" 1. An ambitious or ruthlessly self-seeking person, especially one who has recently acquired wealth or social status. Synonyms : Social climber, status seeker, would-be, go-getter, self-seeker, adventurer, adventuress. " " Arrogant /ˈerəɡənt/"" 1. Having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities. ""He's arrogant and opinionated."" Synonyms : Haughty, conceited, hubristic, self-important, opinionated, egotistic, full of oneself, superior. " " Arrogant: ""He's arrogant and opinionated."""" 1. Having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities. ""He's arrogant and opinionated."" Synonyms : Haughty, conceited, hubristic, self-important, opinionated, egotistic, full of oneself, superior. " " Arrogate /ˈerəˌɡāt/"" 1. Take or claim (something) without justification. ""They arrogate to themselves the ability to divine the nation's true interests."" Synonyms : Assume, take, take on, take over, secure, acquire, seize, expropriate, take possession of, help oneself to, make free with, appropriate, steal, wrest, usurp, commandeer, hijack, annex, claim, lay claim to. " " Arrogate: ""They arrogate to themselves the ability to divine the nation's true interests."""" 1. Take or claim (something) without justification. ""They arrogate to themselves the ability to divine the nation's true interests."" Synonyms : Assume, take, take on, take over, secure, acquire, seize, expropriate, take possession of, help oneself to, make free with, appropriate, steal, wrest, usurp, commandeer, hijack, annex, claim, lay claim to. " " Arroyo /əˈroiˌ(y)ō/"" 1. A steep-sided gully formed by the action of fast-flowing water in an arid or semi-arid region, found chiefly in the southwestern us. Synonyms : Gorge, abyss, canyon, ravine, gully, gulf, pass, defile, couloir, crevasse, cleft, rift, rent. " " Arsenal /ˈärs(ə)n(ə)l/"" 1. A collection of weapons and military equipment stored by a country, person, or group. ""Britain's nuclear arsenal."" Synonyms : Weapons, weaponry, arms, armaments. " " Arsenal: ""Britain's nuclear arsenal."""" 1. A collection of weapons and military equipment stored by a country, person, or group. ""Britain's nuclear arsenal."" Synonyms : Weapons, weaponry, arms, armaments. " " Artesian /ärˈtēZHən/"" 1. Relating to or denoting a well bored perpendicularly into water-bearing strata lying at an angle, so that natural pressure produces a constant supply of water with little or no pumping. ""The water from artesian wells makes agriculture possible.""<div><img src=""Representation-of-an-artesian-well.png""> </div> " " Artesian: ""The water from artesian wells makes agriculture possible.""<div><img src=""Representation-of-an-artesian-well.png""> </div>"" 1. Relating to or denoting a well bored perpendicularly into water-bearing strata lying at an angle, so that natural pressure produces a constant supply of water with little or no pumping. ""The water from artesian wells makes agriculture possible.""<div><img src=""Representation-of-an-artesian-well.png""> </div> " " Artful /ˈärtfəl/"" 1. (of a person or action) clever or skillful, typically in a crafty or cunning way. ""Her artful wiles."" Synonyms : Sly, crafty, cunning, wily, scheming, devious, machiavellian, sneaky, guileful, tricky, conniving, designing, calculating. 2. Showing creative skill or taste. ""An artful photograph of a striking woman."" " " Artful: ""Her artful wiles."""" 1. (of a person or action) clever or skillful, typically in a crafty or cunning way. ""Her artful wiles."" Synonyms : Sly, crafty, cunning, wily, scheming, devious, machiavellian, sneaky, guileful, tricky, conniving, designing, calculating. 2. Showing creative skill or taste. ""An artful photograph of a striking woman."" " " Artful: ""An artful photograph of a striking woman."""" 1. (of a person or action) clever or skillful, typically in a crafty or cunning way. ""Her artful wiles."" Synonyms : Sly, crafty, cunning, wily, scheming, devious, machiavellian, sneaky, guileful, tricky, conniving, designing, calculating. 2. Showing creative skill or taste. ""An artful photograph of a striking woman."" " " Arthurian /ärˈTH(y)o͝orēən/"" 1. Relating to or characteristic of the legendary king arthur of britain, or any of the stories of his life. ""The arthurian literary tradition."" " " Arthurian: ""The arthurian literary tradition."""" 1. Relating to or characteristic of the legendary king arthur of britain, or any of the stories of his life. ""The arthurian literary tradition."" " " Articulate /ärˈtikyələt/"" 1. Express (an idea or feeling) fluently and coherently. ""They were unable to articulate their emotions."" Synonyms : Express, give expression to, voice, give voice to, vocalize, put in words, give utterance to, communicate, declare, state, set forth, bring into the open, make public, assert, divulge, reveal, proclaim, announce, raise, table, air, ventilate, vent, give vent to, pour out, mention, talk of, point out, go into. 2. Form a joint. ""The mandible is a solid piece articulating with the head."" " " Articulate: ""They were unable to articulate their emotions."""" 1. Express (an idea or feeling) fluently and coherently. ""They were unable to articulate their emotions."" Synonyms : Express, give expression to, voice, give voice to, vocalize, put in words, give utterance to, communicate, declare, state, set forth, bring into the open, make public, assert, divulge, reveal, proclaim, announce, raise, table, air, ventilate, vent, give vent to, pour out, mention, talk of, point out, go into. 2. Form a joint. ""The mandible is a solid piece articulating with the head."" " " Articulate: ""The mandible is a solid piece articulating with the head."""" 1. Express (an idea or feeling) fluently and coherently. ""They were unable to articulate their emotions."" Synonyms : Express, give expression to, voice, give voice to, vocalize, put in words, give utterance to, communicate, declare, state, set forth, bring into the open, make public, assert, divulge, reveal, proclaim, announce, raise, table, air, ventilate, vent, give vent to, pour out, mention, talk of, point out, go into. 2. Form a joint. ""The mandible is a solid piece articulating with the head."" " " Artifact /ˈärdəfakt/"" 1. An object made by a human being, typically an item of cultural or historical interest. ""Gold and silver artifacts."" Synonyms : Artefact, historical object, ancient object, antiquity, antique, heirloom, object of virtu, curio. 2. Something observed in a scientific investigation or experiment that is not naturally present but occurs as a result of the preparative or investigative procedure. ""Widespread tissue infection may be a technical artifact."" " " Artifact: ""Gold and silver artifacts."""" 1. An object made by a human being, typically an item of cultural or historical interest. ""Gold and silver artifacts."" Synonyms : Artefact, historical object, ancient object, antiquity, antique, heirloom, object of virtu, curio. 2. Something observed in a scientific investigation or experiment that is not naturally present but occurs as a result of the preparative or investigative procedure. ""Widespread tissue infection may be a technical artifact."" " " Artifact: ""Widespread tissue infection may be a technical artifact."""" 1. An object made by a human being, typically an item of cultural or historical interest. ""Gold and silver artifacts."" Synonyms : Artefact, historical object, ancient object, antiquity, antique, heirloom, object of virtu, curio. 2. Something observed in a scientific investigation or experiment that is not naturally present but occurs as a result of the preparative or investigative procedure. ""Widespread tissue infection may be a technical artifact."" " " Artifice /ˈärdəfəs/"" 1. Clever or cunning devices or expedients, especially as used to trick or deceive others. ""The style is not free from the artifices of the period."" Synonyms : Trickery, deviousness, deceit, deception, dishonesty, cheating, duplicity, guile, cunning, artfulness, wiliness, craft, craftiness, evasion, slyness, chicanery, intrigue, subterfuge, strategy, bluff, pretence. " " Artifice: ""The style is not free from the artifices of the period."""" 1. Clever or cunning devices or expedients, especially as used to trick or deceive others. ""The style is not free from the artifices of the period."" Synonyms : Trickery, deviousness, deceit, deception, dishonesty, cheating, duplicity, guile, cunning, artfulness, wiliness, craft, craftiness, evasion, slyness, chicanery, intrigue, subterfuge, strategy, bluff, pretence. " " Artisan /ˈärdəzən/"" 1. A worker in a skilled trade, especially one that involves making things by hand. ""Street markets where local artisans display handwoven textiles, painted ceramics, and leather goods."" Synonyms : Craftsman, craftswoman, craftsperson, skilled worker, mechanic, technician, operative, maker, smith, wright, journeyman. " " Artisan: ""Street markets where local artisans display handwoven textiles, painted ceramics, and leather goods."""" 1. A worker in a skilled trade, especially one that involves making things by hand. ""Street markets where local artisans display handwoven textiles, painted ceramics, and leather goods."" Synonyms : Craftsman, craftswoman, craftsperson, skilled worker, mechanic, technician, operative, maker, smith, wright, journeyman. " " Artless /ˈärtləs/"" 1. Without guile or deception. ""An artless, naive girl."" Synonyms : Candid, direct, forthright, plain, plain-spoken, straight, straightforward, straight from the shoulder, explicit, unequivocal, unambiguous, unvarnished, bald, to the point, no-nonsense, matter-of-fact. " " Artless: ""An artless, naive girl."""" 1. Without guile or deception. ""An artless, naive girl."" Synonyms : Candid, direct, forthright, plain, plain-spoken, straight, straightforward, straight from the shoulder, explicit, unequivocal, unambiguous, unvarnished, bald, to the point, no-nonsense, matter-of-fact. " " Artlessness /ˈɑːtləsnəs/"" 1. The quality of being artless; especially freedom from artificiality; frank simplicity, guilelessness. ""Her friend, a very sophisticated, much-traveled philosophy student, was immensely amused by the artlessness of this plan."" " " Ascendancy /əˈsendənsē/"" 1. Occupation of a position of dominant power or influence. ""The ascendancy of good over evil."" Synonyms : Dominance, domination, supremacy, superiority, predominance, pre-eminence, primacy, dominion, hegemony, authority, mastery, control, command, power, sway, rule, sovereignty, lordship, leadership, influence. " " Ascendancy: ""The ascendancy of good over evil."""" 1. Occupation of a position of dominant power or influence. ""The ascendancy of good over evil."" Synonyms : Dominance, domination, supremacy, superiority, predominance, pre-eminence, primacy, dominion, hegemony, authority, mastery, control, command, power, sway, rule, sovereignty, lordship, leadership, influence. " " Ascendant /əˈsendənt/"" 1. The point on the ecliptic at which it intersects the eastern horizon at a particular time, typically that of a person's birth. 2. (of a planet, zodiacal degree, or sign) just above the eastern horizon. " " Ascent /əˈsent/"" 1. A climb or walk to the summit of a mountain or hill. ""The first ascent of the Matterhorn."" Synonyms : Climb, scaling, conquest, scramble, clamber, trek. 2. An instance of rising through the air. ""The first balloon ascent was in 1783."" Synonyms : Rise, upward movement, take-off, lift-off, launch, blast-off, climb, levitation, soaring. " " Ascent: ""The first ascent of the Matterhorn."""" 1. A climb or walk to the summit of a mountain or hill. ""The first ascent of the Matterhorn."" Synonyms : Climb, scaling, conquest, scramble, clamber, trek. 2. An instance of rising through the air. ""The first balloon ascent was in 1783."" Synonyms : Rise, upward movement, take-off, lift-off, launch, blast-off, climb, levitation, soaring. " " Ascent: ""The first balloon ascent was in 1783."""" 1. A climb or walk to the summit of a mountain or hill. ""The first ascent of the Matterhorn."" Synonyms : Climb, scaling, conquest, scramble, clamber, trek. 2. An instance of rising through the air. ""The first balloon ascent was in 1783."" Synonyms : Rise, upward movement, take-off, lift-off, launch, blast-off, climb, levitation, soaring. " " Ascertain /ˌasərˈtān/"" 1. Find (something) out for certain; make sure of. ""An attempt to ascertain the cause of the accident."" Synonyms : Find out, discover, come to know, get to know, work out, make out, fathom, fathom out, become aware of, learn, ferret out, dig out, dig up, establish, fix, determine, settle, decide, verify, make certain of, confirm, deduce, divine, intuit, diagnose, discern, perceive, see, realize, appreciate, identify, pin down, recognize, register, understand, grasp, take in, comprehend. " " Ascertain: ""An attempt to ascertain the cause of the accident."""" 1. Find (something) out for certain; make sure of. ""An attempt to ascertain the cause of the accident."" Synonyms : Find out, discover, come to know, get to know, work out, make out, fathom, fathom out, become aware of, learn, ferret out, dig out, dig up, establish, fix, determine, settle, decide, verify, make certain of, confirm, deduce, divine, intuit, diagnose, discern, perceive, see, realize, appreciate, identify, pin down, recognize, register, understand, grasp, take in, comprehend. " " Ascetic /əˈsedik/"" 1. A person who practices severe self-discipline and abstention. Synonyms : Abstainer, recluse, hermit, solitary, anchorite, anchoress, desert saint, celibate, puritan, nun, monk. 2. Characterized by severe self-discipline and abstention from all forms of indulgence, typically for religious reasons. ""An ascetic life of prayer, fasting, and manual labour."" " " Ascribe /əˈskrīb/"" 1. Attribute something to (a cause). ""He ascribed jane's short temper to her upset stomach."" Synonyms : Attribute, assign, put down, set down, accredit, credit, give the credit for, chalk up, impute. " " Ascribe: ""He ascribed jane's short temper to her upset stomach."""" 1. Attribute something to (a cause). ""He ascribed jane's short temper to her upset stomach."" Synonyms : Attribute, assign, put down, set down, accredit, credit, give the credit for, chalk up, impute. " " Aseptic /āˈseptik/"" 1. Free from contamination caused by harmful bacteria, viruses, or other microorganisms. ""Patients with compromised immune systems must be treated in aseptic environments."" Synonyms : Sterile, aseptic, germ-free, uncontaminated, unpolluted. " " Asexual /āˈsekSH(o͞o)əl/"" 1. A person who has no sexual feelings or desires, or who is not sexually attracted to anyone. ""Ellen, my first choice in the book kept by the class asexual, chose my best friend josh, he later told me, because he was safe."" 2. (of reproduction) not involving the fusion of gametes. ""Each polyp is capable of budding new polyps though asexual reproduction in spring."" " " Asexual: ""Ellen, my first choice in the book kept by the class asexual, chose my best friend josh, he later told me, because he was safe."""" 1. A person who has no sexual feelings or desires, or who is not sexually attracted to anyone. ""Ellen, my first choice in the book kept by the class asexual, chose my best friend josh, he later told me, because he was safe."" 2. (of reproduction) not involving the fusion of gametes. ""Each polyp is capable of budding new polyps though asexual reproduction in spring."" " " Asexual: ""Each polyp is capable of budding new polyps though asexual reproduction in spring."""" 1. A person who has no sexual feelings or desires, or who is not sexually attracted to anyone. ""Ellen, my first choice in the book kept by the class asexual, chose my best friend josh, he later told me, because he was safe."" 2. (of reproduction) not involving the fusion of gametes. ""Each polyp is capable of budding new polyps though asexual reproduction in spring."" " " Ashen /ˈaSHən/"" 1. Of the pale gray color of ash. ""The ashen morning sky."" " " Ashen: ""The ashen morning sky."""" 1. Of the pale gray color of ash. ""The ashen morning sky."" " " Asinine /ˈasəˌnīn/"" 1. Extremely stupid or foolish. ""Lydia ignored his asinine remark."" Synonyms : Stupid, foolish, pointless, brainless, mindless, senseless, doltish, idiotic, imbecilic, imbecile, insane, lunatic, ridiculous, ludicrous, absurd, preposterous, nonsensical, fatuous, silly, childish, infantile, puerile, immature, juvenile, inane, witless, half-baked, empty-headed, unintelligent, half-witted, slow-witted, weak-minded. " " Asinine: ""Lydia ignored his asinine remark."""" 1. Extremely stupid or foolish. ""Lydia ignored his asinine remark."" Synonyms : Stupid, foolish, pointless, brainless, mindless, senseless, doltish, idiotic, imbecilic, imbecile, insane, lunatic, ridiculous, ludicrous, absurd, preposterous, nonsensical, fatuous, silly, childish, infantile, puerile, immature, juvenile, inane, witless, half-baked, empty-headed, unintelligent, half-witted, slow-witted, weak-minded. " " Askance /əˈskans/"" 1. With an attitude or look of suspicion or disapproval. ""The reformers looked askance at the mystical tradition."" Synonyms : Suspiciously, with suspicion, sceptically, with misgivings, cynically, mistrustfully, distrustfully, with distrust, doubtfully, dubiously, with doubt. " " Askance: ""The reformers looked askance at the mystical tradition."""" 1. With an attitude or look of suspicion or disapproval. ""The reformers looked askance at the mystical tradition."" Synonyms : Suspiciously, with suspicion, sceptically, with misgivings, cynically, mistrustfully, distrustfully, with distrust, doubtfully, dubiously, with doubt. " " Askew /əˈskyo͞o/"" 1. Not in a straight or level position. ""Her hat was slightly askew."" Synonyms : Crooked, crookedly, lopsided, lopsidedly, tilted, angled, at an angle, oblique, obliquely, at an oblique angle, skew, skewed, slanted, aslant, awry, out of true, out of line, to one side, on one side, uneven, unevenly, off balance, off centre, asymmetrical, asymmetrically, unsymmetrical, unsymmetrically. " " Askew: ""Her hat was slightly askew."""" 1. Not in a straight or level position. ""Her hat was slightly askew."" Synonyms : Crooked, crookedly, lopsided, lopsidedly, tilted, angled, at an angle, oblique, obliquely, at an oblique angle, skew, skewed, slanted, aslant, awry, out of true, out of line, to one side, on one side, uneven, unevenly, off balance, off centre, asymmetrical, asymmetrically, unsymmetrical, unsymmetrically. " " Asperity /əˈsperədē/"" 1. Harshness of tone or manner. ""He pointed this out with some asperity."" Synonyms : Harshness, sharpness, roughness, abrasiveness, severity, acerbity, astringency, bitterness, acidity, tartness, edge, acrimony, virulence, sarcasm. " " Asperity: ""He pointed this out with some asperity."""" 1. Harshness of tone or manner. ""He pointed this out with some asperity."" Synonyms : Harshness, sharpness, roughness, abrasiveness, severity, acerbity, astringency, bitterness, acidity, tartness, edge, acrimony, virulence, sarcasm. " " Aspersion /əˈspərZHən/"" 1. An attack on the reputation or integrity of someone or something. ""I don't think anyone is casting aspersions on you."" Synonyms : Vilification, disparagement, denigration, defamation, defamation of character, abuse, vituperation, condemnation, criticism, censure, castigation, denunciation, flak, deprecation, opprobrium, obloquy, derogation, slander, revilement, reviling, calumny, calumniation, slurs, smears, execration, excoriation, lambasting, upbraiding, bad press, character assassination, attack, invective, libel, insults, slights, curses. " " Aspersion: ""I don't think anyone is casting aspersions on you."""" 1. An attack on the reputation or integrity of someone or something. ""I don't think anyone is casting aspersions on you."" Synonyms : Vilification, disparagement, denigration, defamation, defamation of character, abuse, vituperation, condemnation, criticism, censure, castigation, denunciation, flak, deprecation, opprobrium, obloquy, derogation, slander, revilement, reviling, calumny, calumniation, slurs, smears, execration, excoriation, lambasting, upbraiding, bad press, character assassination, attack, invective, libel, insults, slights, curses. " " Aspiration /ˌaspəˈrāSH(ə)n/"" 1. A hope or ambition of achieving something. ""The yawning gulf between aspiration and reality."" Synonyms : Desire, hope, longing, yearning, hankering, urge, wish. 2. The action or process of drawing breath. ""These factors lead to either inhalation or aspiration of pathogens into the respiratory tract."" 3. The action of pronouncing a sound with an exhalation of breath. ""There is no aspiration if the syllable begins with s."" " " Aspiration: ""The yawning gulf between aspiration and reality."""" 1. A hope or ambition of achieving something. ""The yawning gulf between aspiration and reality."" Synonyms : Desire, hope, longing, yearning, hankering, urge, wish. 2. The action or process of drawing breath. ""These factors lead to either inhalation or aspiration of pathogens into the respiratory tract."" 3. The action of pronouncing a sound with an exhalation of breath. ""There is no aspiration if the syllable begins with s."" " " Aspiration: ""These factors lead to either inhalation or aspiration of pathogens into the respiratory tract."""" 1. A hope or ambition of achieving something. ""The yawning gulf between aspiration and reality."" Synonyms : Desire, hope, longing, yearning, hankering, urge, wish. 2. The action or process of drawing breath. ""These factors lead to either inhalation or aspiration of pathogens into the respiratory tract."" 3. The action of pronouncing a sound with an exhalation of breath. ""There is no aspiration if the syllable begins with s."" " " Aspiration: ""There is no aspiration if the syllable begins with s."""" 1. A hope or ambition of achieving something. ""The yawning gulf between aspiration and reality."" Synonyms : Desire, hope, longing, yearning, hankering, urge, wish. 2. The action or process of drawing breath. ""These factors lead to either inhalation or aspiration of pathogens into the respiratory tract."" 3. The action of pronouncing a sound with an exhalation of breath. ""There is no aspiration if the syllable begins with s."" " " Aspire /əˈspī(ə)r/"" 1. Direct one's hopes or ambitions towards achieving something. ""We never thought that we might aspire to those heights."" Synonyms : Desire, desire to, aim for, aim to, hope for, hope to, long for, long to, yearn for, yearn to, hanker after, hanker for, hanker to, set one's heart on, wish for, wish to, want, want to, expect, expect to, have the objective of, dream of, hunger for, hunger to, seek, seek to, pursue, have as one's aim, have as one's goal, set one's sights on. 2. Rise high; tower. ""Above the domes of loftiest mosques these pinnacles aspire."" " " Aspire: ""We never thought that we might aspire to those heights."""" 1. Direct one's hopes or ambitions towards achieving something. ""We never thought that we might aspire to those heights."" Synonyms : Desire, desire to, aim for, aim to, hope for, hope to, long for, long to, yearn for, yearn to, hanker after, hanker for, hanker to, set one's heart on, wish for, wish to, want, want to, expect, expect to, have the objective of, dream of, hunger for, hunger to, seek, seek to, pursue, have as one's aim, have as one's goal, set one's sights on. 2. Rise high; tower. ""Above the domes of loftiest mosques these pinnacles aspire."" " " Aspire: ""Above the domes of loftiest mosques these pinnacles aspire."""" 1. Direct one's hopes or ambitions towards achieving something. ""We never thought that we might aspire to those heights."" Synonyms : Desire, desire to, aim for, aim to, hope for, hope to, long for, long to, yearn for, yearn to, hanker after, hanker for, hanker to, set one's heart on, wish for, wish to, want, want to, expect, expect to, have the objective of, dream of, hunger for, hunger to, seek, seek to, pursue, have as one's aim, have as one's goal, set one's sights on. 2. Rise high; tower. ""Above the domes of loftiest mosques these pinnacles aspire."" " " Assail /əˈsāl/"" 1. Make a concerted or violent attack on. ""The Scots army assailed Edward's army from the rear."" Synonyms : Attack, assault, make an assault on, launch an attack on, pounce on, set upon, set about, launch oneself at, weigh into, fly at, let fly at, turn on, round on, lash out at, hit out at, beset, belabour, fall on, accost, mug, charge, rush, storm, besiege. " " Assail: ""The Scots army assailed Edward's army from the rear."""" 1. Make a concerted or violent attack on. ""The Scots army assailed Edward's army from the rear."" Synonyms : Attack, assault, make an assault on, launch an attack on, pounce on, set upon, set about, launch oneself at, weigh into, fly at, let fly at, turn on, round on, lash out at, hit out at, beset, belabour, fall on, accost, mug, charge, rush, storm, besiege. " " Assailant /əˈsālənt/"" 1. A person who physically attacks another. ""The police have no firm leads about the identity of his assailant."" Synonyms : Attacker, mugger. " " Assailant: ""The police have no firm leads about the identity of his assailant."""" 1. A person who physically attacks another. ""The police have no firm leads about the identity of his assailant."" Synonyms : Attacker, mugger. " " Assassin /əˈsasn/"" 1. A murderer of an important person in a surprise attack for political or religious reasons. Synonyms : Murderer, killer, executioner, gunman, butcher, slaughterer, liquidator, exterminator, terminator. " " Assay /ˈaˌsā/"" 1. Determine the content or quality of (a metal or ore). ""The man who assayed gold was more than a technician."" 2. Attempt. ""I assayed a little joke of mine on him."" Synonyms : Try, strive, aim, venture, endeavour, seek, set out, do one's best, do all one can, do one's utmost, make an effort, make every effort, spare no effort, give one's all, take it on oneself. " " Assay: ""The man who assayed gold was more than a technician."""" 1. Determine the content or quality of (a metal or ore). ""The man who assayed gold was more than a technician."" 2. Attempt. ""I assayed a little joke of mine on him."" Synonyms : Try, strive, aim, venture, endeavour, seek, set out, do one's best, do all one can, do one's utmost, make an effort, make every effort, spare no effort, give one's all, take it on oneself. " " Assay: ""I assayed a little joke of mine on him."""" 1. Determine the content or quality of (a metal or ore). ""The man who assayed gold was more than a technician."" 2. Attempt. ""I assayed a little joke of mine on him."" Synonyms : Try, strive, aim, venture, endeavour, seek, set out, do one's best, do all one can, do one's utmost, make an effort, make every effort, spare no effort, give one's all, take it on oneself. " " Assent /əˈsent/"" 1. Express approval or agreement, typically officially. ""“guest house, then,” frank assented cheerfully."" Synonyms : Agree to, accept, approve, consent to, acquiesce in, concur in, accede to, give one's blessing to, bless, give one's seal of approval to, give one's stamp of approval to, rubber-stamp, say yes to. " " Assent: ""“guest house, then,” frank assented cheerfully."""" 1. Express approval or agreement, typically officially. ""“guest house, then,” frank assented cheerfully."" Synonyms : Agree to, accept, approve, consent to, acquiesce in, concur in, accede to, give one's blessing to, bless, give one's seal of approval to, give one's stamp of approval to, rubber-stamp, say yes to. " " Assert /əˈsərt/"" 1. State a fact or belief confidently and forcefully. ""The company asserts that the cuts will not affect development."" Synonyms : Declare, maintain, contend, argue, state, claim, propound, submit, posit, postulate, adduce, move, advocate, venture, volunteer, aver, proclaim, announce, pronounce, attest, affirm, protest, profess, swear, insist, avow. " " Assert: ""The company asserts that the cuts will not affect development."""" 1. State a fact or belief confidently and forcefully. ""The company asserts that the cuts will not affect development."" Synonyms : Declare, maintain, contend, argue, state, claim, propound, submit, posit, postulate, adduce, move, advocate, venture, volunteer, aver, proclaim, announce, pronounce, attest, affirm, protest, profess, swear, insist, avow. " " Assertive /əˈsərdiv/"" 1. Having or showing a confident and forceful personality. ""Patients should be more assertive with their doctors."" Synonyms : Confident, forceful, self-confident, positive, bold, decisive, assured, self-assured, self-possessed, believing in oneself, self-assertive, authoritative, strong-willed, insistent, firm, determined, commanding, bullish, dominant, domineering, assaultive. " " Assertive: ""Patients should be more assertive with their doctors."""" 1. Having or showing a confident and forceful personality. ""Patients should be more assertive with their doctors."" Synonyms : Confident, forceful, self-confident, positive, bold, decisive, assured, self-assured, self-possessed, believing in oneself, self-assertive, authoritative, strong-willed, insistent, firm, determined, commanding, bullish, dominant, domineering, assaultive. " " Assess /əˈses/"" 1. Evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of. ""The committee must assess the relative importance of the issues."" Synonyms : Evaluate, judge, gauge, rate, estimate, appraise, form an opinion of, check out, form an impression of, make up one's mind about, get the measure of, determine, weigh up, analyse. " " Assess: ""The committee must assess the relative importance of the issues."""" 1. Evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of. ""The committee must assess the relative importance of the issues."" Synonyms : Evaluate, judge, gauge, rate, estimate, appraise, form an opinion of, check out, form an impression of, make up one's mind about, get the measure of, determine, weigh up, analyse. " " Assessor /əˈsesər/"" 1. A person who evaluates the quality of a person or thing. ""The assessor interviews the candidates and observes them actually using the language."" " " Assessor: ""The assessor interviews the candidates and observes them actually using the language."""" 1. A person who evaluates the quality of a person or thing. ""The assessor interviews the candidates and observes them actually using the language."" " " Asset /ˈaset/"" 1. A useful or valuable thing, person, or quality. ""Quick reflexes were his chief asset."" Synonyms : Benefit, advantage, blessing, good point, strong point, strength, forte, talent, gift, strong suit, long suit, virtue, recommendation, attraction, attractive feature, selling point, resource, beauty, boon, value, merit, bonus, aid, help. " " Asset: ""Quick reflexes were his chief asset."""" 1. A useful or valuable thing, person, or quality. ""Quick reflexes were his chief asset."" Synonyms : Benefit, advantage, blessing, good point, strong point, strength, forte, talent, gift, strong suit, long suit, virtue, recommendation, attraction, attractive feature, selling point, resource, beauty, boon, value, merit, bonus, aid, help.

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