a n a metric unit of length equal to one ten billionth of a meter (or 0.0001 micron); used to specify wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation angstrom a n any of several fat-soluble vitamins essential for normal vision; prevents night blindness or inflammation or dryness of the eyes a n one of the four nucleotides used in building DNA; all four nucleotides have a common phosphate group and a sugar (ribose) a n (biochemistry) purine base found in DNA and RNA; pairs with thymine in DNA and with uracil in RNA adenine aaa n an aneurysm of the abdominal aorta associated with old age and hypertension aalst n a town in central Belgium aar n a river in north central Switzerland that runs northeast into the Rhine aare aardvark n nocturnal burrowing mammal of the grasslands of Africa that feeds on termites; sole extant representative of the order Tubulidentata anteater aare n a river in north central Switzerland that runs northeast into the Rhine aar aaron n United States professional baseball player who hit more home runs than Babe Ruth (born in 1934) aaron n (Old Testament) elder brother of Moses and first high priest of the Israelites; created the golden calf ab n a bachelor's degree in arts and sciences ba ab n the eleventh month of the civil year; the fifth month of the ecclesiastical year in the Jewish calendar (in July and August) av ab n the muscles of the abdomen abdominal ab n the blood group whose red cells carry both the A and B antigens aba n a loose sleeveless outer garment made from aba cloth; worn by Arabs aba n a fabric woven from goat hair and camel hair aback adv having the wind against the forward side of the sails aback adv by surprise abacus n a tablet placed horizontally on top of the capital of a column as an aid in supporting the architrave abacus n a calculator that performs arithmetic functions by manually sliding counters on rods or in grooves abadan n a port city in southwestern Iran abaft adv at or near or toward the stern of a ship or tail of an airplane aft,astern abalone n any of various large edible marine gastropods of the genus Haliotis having an ear-shaped shell with pearly interior abandon n the trait of lacking restraint or control; reckless freedom from inhibition or worry wantonness abandon n a feeling of extreme emotional intensity wildness abandon v forsake, leave behind abandon v give up with the intent of never claiming again abandon v leave behind empty; move out of vacate,empty abandon v stop maintaining or insisting on; of ideas or claims abandoned adj forsaken by owner or inhabitants derelict,deserted abandoned adj unrestrained and uninhibited abandonment n the act of giving something up forsaking,desertion abandonment n withdrawing support or help despite allegiance or responsibility desertion,defection abandonment n the voluntary surrender of property (or a right to property) without attempting to reclaim it or give it away abase v cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of humiliate,mortify,chagrin,humble abasement n a low or downcast state degradation,abjection abasement n depriving one of self-esteem humiliation abash v cause to be embarrassed; cause to feel self-conscious embarrass abashed adj feeling or caused to feel ill at ease or self-conscious or ashamed chagrined,embarrassed abashment n feeling embarrassed due to modesty bashfulness abasia n inability to walk abasic adj of or relating to abasia (inability to walk) abatic abatable adj capable of being abated abate v make less active or intense slack abate v become less in amount or intensity slack abatement n an interruption in the intensity or amount of something suspension,respite,reprieve,hiatus abatement n the act of abating abatic adj of or relating to abasia (inability to walk) abasic abatis n a line of defense consisting of a barrier of felled or live trees with branches (sharpened or with barbed wire entwined) pointed toward the abattis abator n a person who abates a nuisance abattis n a line of defense consisting of a barrier of felled or live trees with branches (sharpened or with barbed wire entwined) pointed toward the abatis abattoir n a building where animals are butchered butchery,shambles,slaughterhouse abaya n (Arabic) a loose black robe from head to toe; traditionally worn by Muslim women abb n an urban hit squad and guerrilla group of the Communist Party in the Philippines; formed in the 1980s abbatial adj of or having to do with or belonging to an abbey or abbot, or abbess abbess n the superior of a group of nuns abbey n a church associated with a monastery or convent abbey n a convent ruled by an abbess abbey n a monastery ruled by an abbot abbot n the superior of an abbey of monks abbreviate v reduce in scope while retaining essential elements abridge,shorten,cut,contract,reduce abbreviate v shorten abbreviated adj (of clothing) very short brief abbreviated adj cut short in duration shortened,truncated abbreviation n a shortened form of a word or phrase abbreviation n shortening something by omitting parts of it abc n the elementary stages of any subject (usually plural) rudiments,alphabet,abc's abc's n the elementary stages of any subject (usually plural) rudiments,alphabet,abc abdicable adj capable of being discarded or renounced or relinquished abdicate v give up, such as power, as of monarchs and emperors, or duties and obligations renounce abdication n a formal resignation and renunciation of powers abdication n the act of abdicating abdomen n the region of the body of a vertebrate between the thorax and the pelvis venter,stomach,belly abdomen n the cavity containing the major viscera; in mammals it is separated from the thorax by the diaphragm abdominal n the muscles of the abdomen ab abdominal adj of or relating to or near the abdomen abduce v advance evidence for adduce,cite abduct v take away to an undisclosed location against their will and usually in order to extract a ransom kidnap,snatch abduct v pull away from the body adduct abducting adj especially of muscles; drawing away from the midline of the body or from an adjacent part abduction n the criminal act of capturing and carrying away by force a family member; if a man's wife is abducted it is a crime against the family relat abduction n (physiology) moving of a body part away from the central axis of the body abductor n someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom) kidnapper,snatcher abductor n a muscle that draws a body part away from the median line abeam adv at right angles to the length of a ship or airplane abed adv in bed abel n Norwegian mathematician (1802-1829) abel n (Old Testament) Cain and Abel were the first children of Adam and Eve born after the Fall of Man; Abel was killed by Cain abele n a poplar that is widely cultivated in the United States; has white bark and leaves with whitish undersurfaces abelia n any of various deciduous or evergreen ornamental shrubs of the genus Abelia having opposite simple leaves and cymes of small white or pink o aberdeen n a town in western Washington aberdeen n a town in northeastern South Dakota aberdeen n a town in northeastern Maryland aberdeen n a city in northeastern Scotland on the North Sea aberrant n one whose behavior departs substantially from the norm of a group aberrant adj markedly different from an accepted norm deviant,deviate aberration n a state or condition markedly different from the norm aberration n a disorder in one's mental state aberration n an optical phenomenon resulting from the failure of a lens or mirror to produce a good image distortion abet v assist or encourage, usually in some wrongdoing abetment n the verbal act of urging on abettal,instigation abettal n the verbal act of urging on abetment,instigation abetter n one who helps or encourages or incites another abettor abettor n one who helps or encourages or incites another abetter abeyance n temporary cessation or suspension suspension abeyant adj inactive but capable of becoming active dormant abhor v find repugnant loathe,abominate,execrate abhorrence n hate coupled with disgust abomination,execration,loathing abhorrent adj offensive to the mind detestable,obscene,repugnant,repulsive abidance n acting according to certain accepted standards conformity,conformation,compliance abidance n the act of dwelling in a place residency,residence abidance n the act of abiding (enduring without yielding) abide v dwell bide,stay abide v put up with something or somebody unpleasant digest,endure,stomach,bear,stand,tolerate,support,brook abiding adj lasting a long time enduring abilene n a city in central Texas abilene n a town in central Kansas to the west of Topeka; home of Dwight D. Eisenhower ability n the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment inability ability n possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done power inability abject adj of the most contemptible kind low,miserable,scurvy abject adj most unfortunate or miserable abject adj showing utter resignation or hopelessness abject adj showing humiliation or submissiveness abjection n a low or downcast state abasement,degradation ablate v wear away through erosion or vaporization ablate v remove an organ or bodily structure ablation n surgical removal of a body part or tissue excision ablation n the erosive process that reduces the size of glaciers ablaze adj keenly excited (especially sexually) or indicating excitement aflame,aroused ablaze adj lighted up by or as by fire or flame afire,aflame,aflare,alight ablaze adj resembling flame in brilliance or color ablaze adj lighted with red light as if with flames inflamed able adj (usually followed by `to') having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something unable able adj have the skills and qualifications to do things well capable able adj having inherent physical or mental ability or capacity able adj having a strong healthy body abloom adj bursting into flower ablution n the ritual washing of a priest's hands or of sacred vessels ably adv with competence; in a competent capable manner competently,aptly abnegation n the denial and rejection of a doctrine or belief abnegation n renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others denial abnormal adj not normal; not typical or usual or regular or conforming to a norm unnatural normal abnormal adj departing from the normal in e.g. intelligence and development normal abnormal adj much greater than the normal abnormality n an abnormal physical condition resulting from defective genes or developmental deficiencies normality abnormality n retardation sufficient to fall outside the normal range of intelligence abnormality n marked strangeness as a consequence of being abnormal abnormality n behavior that breaches the rule or etiquette or custom or morality irregularity abnormally adv in an abnormal manner aboard adv on a ship, train, plane or other vehicle aboard adv on first or second or third base aboard adv side by side alongside aboard adv part of a group abode n any address at which you dwell more than temporarily residence abode n housing that someone is living in dwelling,home,domicile,habitation abolish v do away with establish abolishable adj capable of being abolished abolition n the act of abolishing a system or practice or institution (especially abolishing slavery) abolitionism n the doctrine that calls for the abolition of slavery abolitionist n a reformer who favors abolishing slavery abominable adj unequivocally detestable detestable,execrable,odious abominable adj exceptionally bad or displeasing atrocious,awful,dreadful,painful,terrible,unspeakable abominate v find repugnant abhor,loathe,execrate abomination n a person who is loathsome or disgusting abomination n hate coupled with disgust abhorrence,execration,loathing abomination n an action that is vicious or vile; an action that arouses disgust or abhorrence aboriginal n an indigenous person who was born in a particular place native,aborigine aboriginal adj characteristic of or relating to people inhabiting a region from the beginning native aboriginal adj having existed from the beginning; in an earliest or original stage or state primal,primeval,primordial aborigine n an indigenous person who was born in a particular place native,aboriginal aborigine n a member of the people living in Australia when Europeans arrived abort n the act of terminating a project or procedure before it is completed abort v terminate before completion abort v cease development, die, and be aborted abort v terminate a pregnancy by undergoing an abortion abortifacient n a drug (or other chemical agent) that causes abortion abortifacient adj causing abortion abortion n termination of pregnancy abortion n failure of a plan miscarriage abortionist n a person (who should be a doctor) who terminates pregnancies abortive adj failing to accomplish an intended result stillborn,unsuccessful abortus n a human fetus whose weight is less than 0.5 kilogram when removed or expelled from the mother's body aboulia n a loss of will power abulia abound v be abundant or plentiful; exist in large quantities abound v be in a state of movement or action burst,bristle abounding adj existing in abundance galore about adj on the move astir about adv (of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct approximately,some,roughly,around about adv all around or on all sides around about adv in the area or vicinity around about adv used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction around above n an earlier section of a written text above adj appearing earlier in the same text above adv (in writing) at an earlier place below above adv in or to a place that is higher below aboveboard adj without concealment or deception; honest straightforward aboveboard adv in an honest manner honestly abracadabra n gibberish and nonsense abrachia n the condition of having no arms abradant n a substance that abrades or wears down abrasive abradant n a tool or machine used for wearing down or smoothing or polishing abrader abrade v wear away abrase abrade v rub hard or scrub scour abrader n a tool or machine used for wearing down or smoothing or polishing abradant abraham n the first of the Old Testament patriarchs and the father of Isaac; according to Genesis, God promised to give Abraham's family (the Hebrews) ibrahim abrase v wear away abrade abrasion n an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off scratch,scrape,excoriation abrasion n erosion by friction attrition abrasion n the wearing down of rock particles by friction due to water or wind or ice grinding,attrition abrasive n a substance that abrades or wears down abradant abrasive adj causing abrasion scratchy abrasive adj sharply disagreeable; rigorous harsh abreast adj being up to particular standard or level especially in being up to date in knowledge abreast adv alongside each other, facing in the same direction abridge v reduce in scope while retaining essential elements abbreviate,shorten,cut,contract,reduce abridge v lessen, diminish, or curtail abridged adj (used of texts) shortened by condensing or rewriting unabridged abridger n one who shortens or abridges or condenses a written work abridgment n a shortened version of a written work condensation,capsule abroach adj of a cask or barrel broached abroad adj in a foreign country overseas abroad adv to or in a foreign country abroad adv far away from home or one's usual surroundings afield abroad adv in a place across an ocean overseas abrogate v revoke formally abrogation n the act of abrogating; an official or legal cancellation repeal,annulment abrupt adj marked by sudden changes in subject and sharp transitions disconnected abrupt adj exceedingly sudden and unexpected abrupt adj extremely steep precipitous,sharp abrupt adj surprisingly and unceremoniously brusque in manner abruption n an instance of sudden interruption abruptly adv quickly and without warning suddenly,short,dead abruptness n an abrupt discourteous manner shortness abruptness n the property possessed by a slope that is very steep steepness abruptness n the quality of happening with headlong haste or without warning suddenness abs n any of a class of composite plastics used to make car bodies and cases for computers and other appliances abscess n symptom consisting of a localized collection of pus surrounded by inflamed tissue abscond v run away; usually includes taking something or somebody along bolt,decamp absence n the state of being absent presence absence n failure to be present presence absence n the time interval during which something or somebody is away absence n the occurrence of an abrupt, transient loss or impairment of consciousness (which is not subsequently remembered), sometimes with light twit absent v go away or leave remove absent adj not being in a specified place present absent adj nonexistent lacking,missing,wanting absent adj lost in thought; showing preoccupation abstracted absentee n one that is absent or not in residence absenteeism n habitual absence from work absinthe n aromatic herb of temperate Eurasia and North Africa having a bitter taste used in making the liqueur absinthe absinthe n strong green liqueur flavored with wormwood and anise absolute n something that is conceived or that exists independently and not in relation to other things; something that does not depend on anything els absolute adj perfect or complete or pure relative absolute adj complete and without restriction or qualification; sometimes used informally as intensifiers downright,rank,sheer absolute adj not limited by law absolute adj expressing finality with no implication of possible change absolutely adv completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers perfectly,utterly,dead absolutely adv totally and definitely; without question absoluteness n the quality of being complete or utter or extreme starkness absoluteness n the quality of being absolute absolution n the condition of being formally forgiven by a priest in the sacrament of penance absolution n the act of absolving or remitting; formal redemption as pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance remission absolutism n dominance through threat of punishment and violence tyranny,despotism absolutism n a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.) dictatorship,authoritarianism,despotism,stalinism,totalitarianism,tyranny absolutism n the principle of complete and unrestricted power in government totalitarianism absolutism n the doctrine of an absolute being absolutist n one who advocates absolutism absolutist adj pertaining to the principle of totalitarianism absolve v grant remission of a sin to shrive absolve v let off the hook free blame absolved adj freed from any question of guilt clear,cleared,exonerated,vindicated absolver n someone who grants absolution absorb v become imbued absorb v take up mentally assimilate,ingest absorb v take up, as of debts or payments absorb v take in, also metaphorically suck,imbibe,draw absorbable adj capable of being absorbed or taken in through the pores of a surface absorbance n (physics) a measure of the extent to which a substance transmits light or other electromagnetic radiation absorbate n a material that has been or is capable of being absorbed absorbed adj giving or marked by complete attention to captive,engrossed,intent,wrapped absorbed adj retained without reflection absorbency n the property of being absorbent absorbent n a material having capacity or tendency to absorb another substance absorbent adj having power or capacity or tendency to absorb or soak up something (liquids or energy etc.) absorber n (physics) material in a nuclear reactor that absorbs radiation absorbing adj capable of arousing and holding the attention engrossing,fascinating,gripping,riveting absorptance n a measure of the rate of decrease in the intensity of electromagnetic radiation (as light) as it passes through a given substance; the fract absorption n (chemistry) a process in which one substance permeates another; a fluid permeates or is dissolved by a liquid or solid absorption n (physics) the process in which incident radiated energy is retained without reflection or transmission on passing through a medium absorption n the social process of absorbing one cultural group into harmony with another assimilation absorption n the process of absorbing nutrients into the body after digestion assimilation abstain v refrain from voting abstain v choose not to consume refrain,desist consume abstention n the trait of abstaining (especially from alcohol) abstinence abstentious adj self-restraining; not indulging an appetite especially for food or drink abstinent abstinence n the trait of abstaining (especially from alcohol) abstention abstinence n act or practice of refraining from indulging an appetite abstinent n a person who refrains from drinking intoxicating beverages abstinent adj self-restraining; not indulging an appetite especially for food or drink abstentious abstract n a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance abstraction abstract n a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory outline,synopsis,precis abstract v consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically abstract v make off with belongings of others pilfer,cabbage,purloin,pinch,snarf,swipe,hook,sneak abstract v consider apart from a particular case or instance abstract v give an abstract (of) abstract adj existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment concrete abstract adj not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature abstract adj dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention abstracted adj lost in thought; showing preoccupation absent abstraction n a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance abstract abstraction n the act of withdrawing or removing something abstraction n the process of formulating general concepts by abstracting common properties of instances generalization abstraction n an abstract painting abstractness n the quality of being considered apart from a specific instance or object abstractor n one who makes abstracts or summarizes information abstruse adj difficult to penetrate; incomprehensible to one of ordinary understanding or knowledge deep,recondite abstruseness n the quality of being unclear or abstruse and hard to understand obscurity abstruseness n wisdom that is recondite and abstruse and profound absurd n a situation in which life seems irrational and meaningless absurd adj inconsistent with reason or logic or common sense absurd adj so unreasonable as to invite derision cockeyed,idiotic,laughable,ludicrous,nonsensical,preposterous,ridiculous absurdity n a message whose content is at variance with reason absurdness absurdity n a ludicrous folly silliness absurdly adv in an absurd manner or to an absurd degree absurdness n a message whose content is at variance with reason absurdity abuja n capital of Nigeria in the center of the country abukir n a bay on the Mediterranean Sea in northern Egypt abulia n a loss of will power aboulia abundance n the property of a more than adequate quantity or supply scarcity abundance n (physics) the ratio of the number of atoms of a specific isotope of an element to the total number of isotopes present abundance n (chemistry) the ratio of the total mass of an element in the earth's crust to the total mass of the earth's crust; expressed as a percentage abundant adj present in great quantity scarce abundantly adv in an abundant manner copiously,profusely,extravagantly abuse n cruel or inhumane treatment maltreatment abuse n a rude expression intended to offend or hurt insult,vilification abuse n improper or excessive use misuse abuse v treat badly mistreat,step abuse v change the inherent purpose or function of something pervert,misuse abuse v use foul or abusive language towards blackguard,shout abuse v use wrongly or improperly or excessively abused adj used improperly or excessively especially drugs abused adj subjected to cruel treatment maltreated,mistreated abuser n someone who abuses abusive adj expressing offensive reproach scurrilous abusive adj characterized by physical or psychological maltreatment abut v lie adjacent to another or share a boundary border,adjoin,edge,march,butt abutment n point of contact between two objects or parts abutment n a masonry support that touches and directly receives thrust or pressure of an arch or bridge abutter n the owner of contiguous property abuzz adj noisy like the sound of a bee buzzing aby v make amends for expiate,atone abydos n an ancient Greek colony on the Asiatic side of the Dardanelles; scene of the legend of Hero and Leander abysm n a bottomless gulf or pit; any unfathomable (or apparently unfathomable) cavity or chasm or void extending below (often used figuratively) abyss abysmal adj very great; limitless abysmal adj resembling an abyss in depth; so deep as to be unmeasurable abyssal,unfathomable abysmally adv in a terrible manner terribly,awfully abyss n a bottomless gulf or pit; any unfathomable (or apparently unfathomable) cavity or chasm or void extending below (often used figuratively) abysm abyssal adj relating to ocean depths from 2000 to 5000 meters abyssal adj resembling an abyss in depth; so deep as to be unmeasurable abysmal,unfathomable abyssinian n a small slender short-haired breed of African origin having brownish fur with a reddish undercoat ac n a radioactive element of the actinide series; found in uranium ores ac n an electric current that reverses direction sinusoidally acacia n any of various spiny trees or shrubs of the genus Acacia academe n the academic world academia academia n the academic world academe academic n an educator who works at a college or university academician academic adj associated with academia or an academy academic adj hypothetical or theoretical and not expected to produce an immediate or practical result academic adj marked by a narrow focus on or display of learning especially its trivial aspects pedantic academically adv in regard to academic matters academician n someone elected to honorary membership in an academy academician n a scholar who is skilled in academic disputation academician n an educator who works at a college or university academic academy n a secondary school (usually private) academy n an institution for the advancement of art or science or literature academy n a school for special training academy n a learned establishment for the advancement of knowledge acadia n the French-speaking part of the Canadian Maritime Provinces acadian n an early French settler in the Maritimes acalypha n a genus of herbs and shrubs belonging to the family Euphorbiaceae acantha n any sharply pointed projection spur,spine acanthous adj shaped like a spine or thorn spinous acanthus n any plant of the genus Acanthus having large spiny leaves and spikes or white or purplish flowers; native to Mediterranean region but widely acapulco n a port and fashionable resort city on the Pacific coast of southern Mexico; known for beaches and water sports (including cliff diving) acarus n any of several mites of the order Acarina accede v yield to another's wish or opinion submit,bow,defer accede v take on duties or office enter accede v to agree or express agreement assent,acquiesce accelerate v move faster speed,quicken decelerate accelerate v cause to move faster speed decelerate accelerated adj speeded up, as of an academic course acceleration n an increase in rate of change deceleration acceleration n the act of accelerating; increasing the speed quickening deceleration acceleration n (physics) a rate of increase of velocity deceleration accelerator n a pedal that controls the throttle valve gas,throttle,gun accelerator n a valve that regulates the supply of fuel to the engine throttle accelerator n (chemistry) a substance that initiates or accelerates a chemical reaction without itself being affected catalyst accelerator n a scientific instrument that increases the kinetic energy of charged particles accelerometer n an instrument for measuring the acceleration of aircraft or rockets accent n distinctive manner of oral expression accent n special importance or significance emphasis accent n the usage or vocabulary that is characteristic of a specific group of people dialect,idiom accent n the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch) stress,emphasis accent v to stress, single out as important stress,emphasize,punctuate,accentuate accent v put stress on; utter with an accent stress,accentuate accented adj (used of syllables) bearing the principle stress, usually accompanied by a change in pitch tonic accented adj bearing a stress or accent stressed accenting n the act of giving special importance or significance to something emphasizing accentor n small sparrow-like songbird of mountainous regions of Eurasia accentuate v to stress, single out as important stress,emphasize,punctuate,accent accentuate v put stress on; utter with an accent stress,accent accept v consider or hold as true reject accept v receive willingly something given or offered take,have refuse accept v give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to consent refuse accept v react favorably to; consider right and proper acceptability n satisfactoriness by virtue of conforming to approved standards acceptableness acceptable adj worthy of acceptance or satisfactory unacceptable acceptable adj judged to be in conformity with approved usage acceptable adj meeting requirements satisfactory,decent acceptable adj adequate for the purpose acceptableness n satisfactoriness by virtue of conforming to approved standards acceptability acceptably adv in an acceptable (but not outstanding) manner unacceptably acceptance n the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true credence acceptance n the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception adoption,espousal acceptance n the state of being acceptable and accepted rejection acceptance n (contract law) words signifying consent to the terms of an offer (thereby creating a contract) acceptant adj accepting willingly accepted adj generally approved or compelling recognition recognized,recognised accepting adj tolerating without protest acceptor n (chemistry) in the formation of a coordinate bond it is the compound to which electrons are donated acceptor n the person (or institution) who accepts a check or draft and becomes responsible for paying the party named in the draft when it matures access n the right to enter entree,accession,admission,admittance access n the right to obtain or make use of or take advantage of something (as services or membership) access n a way of entering or leaving approach access n a code (a series of characters or digits) that must be entered in some way (typed or dialed or spoken) to get the use of something (a teleph access v obtain or retrieve from a storage device; as of information on a computer access v reach or gain access to accessibility n the quality of being at hand when needed availability inaccessibility accessibility n the attribute of being easy to meet or deal with accessible adj capable of being reached inaccessible accessible adj capable of being read with comprehension approachable accessible adj easily obtained accessible adj easy to get along with or talk to; friendly accession n a process of increasing by addition (as to a collection or group) accession n (civil law) the right to all of that which your property produces whether by growth or improvement accession n something added to what you already have addition accession n agreeing with or consenting to (often unwillingly) accession v make a record of additions to a collection, such as a library accessory n clothing that is worn or carried, but not part of your main clothing accouterment accessory n a supplementary component that improves capability supplement accessory n someone who helps another person commit a crime accessory adj aiding and abetting in a crime accessory adj furnishing added support adjunct,ancillary,adjuvant,auxiliary accidence n the part of grammar that deals with the inflections of words accident n an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury accident n anything that happens suddenly or by chance without an apparent cause stroke accidental n a musical notation that makes a note sharp or flat or natural although that is not part of the key signature accidental adj happening by chance or unexpectedly or unintentionally inadvertent accidental adj not of prime or central importance incidental,nonessential accidentally adv without advance planning circumstantially,unexpectedly deliberately accidentally adv of a minor or subordinate nature incidentally accidentally adv without intention; in an unintentional manner unintentionally deliberately acclaim n enthusiastic approval acclamation,plaudits,plaudit acclaim v praise vociferously hail,herald acclaim v clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval applaud,clap,spat acclamation n enthusiastic approval acclaim,plaudits,plaudit acclimate v get used to a certain climate acclimation n adaptation to a new climate (a new temperature or altitude or environment) accolade n a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction award,honor,honour,laurels accommodate v be agreeable or acceptable to suit,fit accommodate v make fit for, or change to suit a new purpose adapt accommodate v provide with something desired or needed accommodate v have room for; hold without crowding hold,admit accommodating adj helpful in bringing about a harmonious adaptation accommodative accommodating adj obliging; willing to do favors accommodation n making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances adjustment,fitting accommodation n a settlement of differences accommodation n in the theories of Jean Piaget: the modification of internal representations in order to accommodate a changing knowledge of reality accommodation n living quarters provided for public convenience accommodative adj helpful in bringing about a harmonious adaptation accommodating accommodative adj willing to adjust to differences in order to obtain agreement cooperative accommodative adj tending to reconcile or accommodate; bringing into harmony reconciling accompanied adj having companions or an escort unaccompanied accompanied adj playing or singing with instrumental or vocal accompaniment attended unaccompanied accompaniment n an event or situation that happens at the same time as or in connection with another concomitant,attendant accompaniment n a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts backup,support accompaniment n something added to complete or embellish or make perfect complement accompaniment n the act of accompanying someone or something in order to protect them escort accompanist n a person who provides musical accompaniment (usually on a piano) accompany v be present or associated with an event or entity accompany v go or travel along with accompany v perform an accompaniment to follow accompany v be a companion to somebody company,companion accompanying adj occurring with or following as a consequence attendant,consequent,concomitant,incidental,resultant,sequent,collateral accomplice n a person who joins with another in carrying out some plan (especially an unethical or illegal plan) confederate accomplish v put in effect execute,action,fulfill,fulfil accomplish v to gain with effort achieve,attain,reach accomplishable adj capable of existing or taking place or proving true; possible to do achievable,doable,manageable,realizable accomplished adj highly skilled complete accomplished adj successfully completed or brought to an end completed,realized,realised accomplished adj settled securely and unconditionally effected,established accomplishment n the action of accomplishing something achievement accomplishment n an ability that has been acquired by training skill,acquirement,acquisition,attainment accord n harmony of people's opinions or actions or characters agreement accord n concurrence of opinion conformity,accordance accord n a written agreement between two states or sovereigns treaty,pact accord n sympathetic compatibility accord v go together harmonize,consort,concord,agree accord v allow to have allot,grant accordance n concurrence of opinion accord,conformity accordance n the act of granting rights accordant adj being in agreement or harmony; often followed by `with' discordant accordant adj in keeping agreeable,consonant,concordant according adj (followed by `to') in agreement with or accordant with according adj (followed by `to') as reported or stated by accordingly adv (sentence connectors) because of the reason given consequently accordingly adv in accordance with accordion n a portable box-shaped free-reed instrument; the reeds are made to vibrate by air from the bellows controlled by the player accost v speak to someone address accost v approach with an offer of sexual favors hook,solicit accouchement n the parturition process in human beings; having a baby; the process of giving birth to a child childbirth,childbearing account n a record or narrative description of past events history,chronicle,story account n a short account of the news report,story account n a formal contractual relationship established to provide for regular banking or brokerage or business services account n a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc. explanation account v be the sole or primary factor in the existence, acquisition, supply, or disposal of something account v keep an account of calculate account v to give an account or representation of in words report,describe account v furnish a justifying analysis or explanation accountability n responsibility to someone or for some activity accountable adj liable to account for one's actions accountancy n the occupation of maintaining and auditing records and preparing financial reports for a business accounting accountant n someone who maintains and audits business accounts comptroller,controller accountantship n the position of accountant accounting n a convincing explanation that reveals basic causes accounting n a system that provides quantitative information about finances accounting n the occupation of maintaining and auditing records and preparing financial reports for a business accountancy accounting n a bookkeeper's chronological list of related debits and credits of a business; forms part of a ledger of accounts accouterment n clothing that is worn or carried, but not part of your main clothing accessory accoutre v provide with military equipment accredit v grant credentials to recognize,recognise accredit v provide or send (envoys or embassadors) with official credentials accredit v ascribe an achievement to credit accreditation n the act of granting credit or recognition (especially with respect to educational institution that maintains suitable standards) accredited adj given official approval to act commissioned,licensed accrete v grow together (of plants and organs) accrete v grow or become attached by accretion accretion n an increase by natural growth or addition accumulation accretion n something contributing to growth or increase accretion n (astronomy) the formation of a celestial object by the effect of gravity pulling together surrounding objects and gases accretion n (biology) growth by addition as by the adhesion of parts or particles accrual n the act of accumulating accumulation,accruement accrue v grow by addition accrue v come into the possession of fall accrued adj periodically accumulated over time accumulated accruement n the act of accumulating accumulation,accrual accumbent adj lying down; in a position of comfort or rest accumulate v get or gather together collect,amass,compile,hoard accumulate v collect or gather conglomerate,gather,amass accumulated adj periodically accumulated over time accrued accumulation n an increase by natural growth or addition accretion accumulation n several things grouped together or considered as a whole collection,aggregation,assemblage accumulation n the act of accumulating accrual,accruement accumulation n (finance) profits that are not paid out as dividends but are added to the capital base of the corporation accumulative adj increasing by successive addition cumulative accumulative adj marked by acquiring or amassing accumulator n a person who is employed to collect payments (as for rent or taxes) collector,gatherer accumulator n a voltaic battery that stores electric charge accumulator n (computer science) a register that has a built-in adder that adds an input number to the contents of the register accuracy n the quality of being near to the true value truth inaccuracy accuracy n (mathematics) the number of significant figures given in a number accurate adj conforming exactly or almost exactly to fact or to a standard or performing with total accuracy inaccurate accurate adj (of ideas, images, representations, expressions) characterized by perfect conformity to fact or truth; strictly correct exact,precise accurately adv with few mistakes inaccurately accurately adv strictly correctly accurse v curse or declare to be evil or anathema or threaten with divine punishment execrate accursed adj under a curse accusal n a formal charge of wrongdoing brought against a person; the act of imputing blame or guilt accusation accusation n a formal charge of wrongdoing brought against a person; the act of imputing blame or guilt accusal accusation n an assertion that someone is guilty of a fault or offence charge accusative n the case of nouns serving as the direct object of a verb accusative adj containing or expressing accusation accusatory,accusing accusative adj serving as or indicating the object of a verb or of certain prepositions and used for certain other purposes objective accusatory adj containing or expressing accusation accusative,accusing accuse v bring an accusation against; level a charge against impeach,incriminate accuse v blame for, make a claim of wrongdoing or misbehavior against charge accused n a defendant in a criminal proceeding accuser n someone who imputes guilt or blame accusing adj containing or expressing accusation accusative,accusatory accusingly adv in an accusing manner accustom v make psychologically or physically used (to something) accustomed adj commonly used or practiced; usual customary,habitual,wonted ace n the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number one,i,single,unity ace n one of four playing cards in a deck having a single pip on its face ace n someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field adept,champion,sensation,virtuoso,genius,hotshot,star,superstar ace n proteolytic enzyme that converts angiotensin I into angiotensin II ace v succeed at easily nail ace v score an ace against ace v play (a hole) in one stroke ace v serve an ace against (someone) ace adj of the highest quality crack,super,tops acedia n apathy and inactivity in the practice of virtue (personified as one of the deadly sins) sloth,laziness acephalous adj lacking a head or a clearly defined head acer n type genus of the Aceraceae; trees or shrubs having winged fruit acerate adj narrow and long and pointed; as pine leaves acerose,acicular acerb adj sour or bitter in taste acerbic,astringent acerb adj harsh or corrosive in tone acerbic,acid,acrid,bitter,blistering,caustic,sulfurous,virulent acerbic adj sour or bitter in taste acerb,astringent acerbic adj harsh or corrosive in tone acerb,acid,acrid,bitter,blistering,caustic,sulfurous,virulent acerose adj narrow and long and pointed; as pine leaves acerate,acicular acetal n any organic compound formed by adding alcohol molecules to aldehyde molecules acetate n a salt or ester of acetic acid acetate n a fabric made from fibers of cellulose acetate acetic adj relating to or containing acetic acid acetin n any of three liquid acetates that are formed when acetic acid and glycerin are heated together acetone n the simplest ketone; a highly flammable liquid widely used as an organic solvent and as material for making plastics acetous adj tasting or smelling like vinegar acetylcholine n a neurotransmitter that is a derivative of choline; released at the ends of nerve fibers in the somatic and parasympathetic nervous systems acetylene n a colorless flammable gas used chiefly in welding and in organic synthesis achaea n a region of ancient Greece on the north coast of the Peloponnese achaean n a member of one of four linguistic divisions of the prehistoric Greeks achaean n the ancient Greek inhabitants of Achaea achaean adj of or relating to Achaea or its ancient Greek people ache n a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain aching ache v feel physical pain hurt,suffer ache v have a desire for something or someone who is not present yearn,yen,pine,languish ache v be the source of pain smart,hurt achene n small dry indehiscent fruit with the seed distinct from the fruit wall acheron n (Greek mythology) a river in Hades across which the souls of the dead were carried by Charon achievable adj capable of existing or taking place or proving true; possible to do accomplishable,doable,manageable,realizable achieve v to gain with effort accomplish,attain,reach achievement n the action of accomplishing something accomplishment achiever n a person with a record of successes winner,success loser achilles n a mythical Greek hero of the Iliad; a foremost Greek warrior at the siege of Troy; when he was a baby his mother tried to make him immortal aching n a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain ache aching adj causing a dull and steady pain achy achy adj causing a dull and steady pain aching acicular adj narrow and long and pointed; as pine leaves acerate,acerose acid n any of various water-soluble compounds having a sour taste and capable of turning litmus red and reacting with a base to form a salt acid n street name for lysergic acid diethylamide dose,dot,elvis,pane,superman,zen acid adj harsh or corrosive in tone acerb,acerbic,acrid,bitter,blistering,caustic,sulfurous,virulent acid adj being sour to the taste acidic,acidulous acid adj having the characteristics of an acid acidic adj being or containing an acid; of a solution having an excess of hydrogen atoms (having a pH of less than 7) alkaline acidic adj being sour to the taste acid,acidulous acidification n the process of becoming acid or being converted into an acid acidify v make sour or more sour sour acidify v turn acidic acidity n the property of being acidic sour acidity n the taste experience when something acidic is taken into the mouth acidity n pH values below 7 alkalinity acidosis n abnormally high acidity (excess hydrogen-ion concentration) of the blood and other body tissues acidulous adj being sour to the taste acidic,acid ackee n red pear-shaped tropical fruit with poisonous seeds; flesh is poisonous when unripe or overripe acknowledge v declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of admit acknowledge v report the receipt of receipt acknowledge v express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with notice acknowledge v express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for recognize,recognise acknowledgeable adj capable of being acknowledged acknowledged adj recognized or made known or admitted acknowledged adj generally accepted acknowledgement n the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged recognition,acknowledgment acknowledgement n a statement acknowledging something or someone acknowledgment acknowledgment n the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged recognition,acknowledgement acknowledgment n a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage citation,cite,credit,reference,mention,quotation acknowledgment n a statement acknowledging something or someone acknowledgement acme n the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development height,elevation,peak,pinnacle,summit,superlative,meridian,top acme n the highest point (of something) vertex,peak,apex acne n an inflammatory disease involving the sebaceous glands of the skin; characterized by papules or pustules or comedones acolyte n someone who assists a priest or minister in a liturgical service; a cleric ordained in the highest of the minor orders in the Roman Catholic acorn n fruit of the oak tree: a smooth thin-walled nut in a woody cup-shaped base acoustic n a remedy for hearing loss or deafness acoustic adj of or relating to the science of acoustics acoustical acoustical adj of or relating to the science of acoustics acoustic acoustically adv with respect to acoustics acoustics n the study of the physical properties of sound acquaint v cause to come to know personally introduce,present acquaint v make familiar or conversant with familiarize acquaint v inform acquaintance n personal knowledge or information about someone or something familiarity acquaintance n a relationship less intimate than friendship acquaintanceship acquaintance n a person with whom you are acquainted friend stranger acquaintanceship n a relationship less intimate than friendship acquaintance acquainted adj having fair knowledge of acquiesce v to agree or express agreement assent,accede acquiescence n acceptance without protest acquiescence n agreement with a statement or proposal to do something assent acquiescent adj willing to carry out the orders or wishes of another without protest biddable acquire v come into the possession of something concrete or abstract get acquire v take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect assume,adopt,take acquire v come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) grow,develop,produce,get acquire v locate (a moving entity) by means of a tracking system such as radar acquired adj gotten through environmental forces acquirement n an ability that has been acquired by training skill,accomplishment,acquisition,attainment acquirer n a person who acquires something (usually permanently) acquirer n a corporation gaining financial control over another corporation or financial institution through a payment in cash or an exchange of stock acquirer n the financial institution that dispenses cash in automated teller machines and collects a fee from the bank that issued the credit card acquirer n a credit card processing bank; merchants receive credit for credit card receipts less a processing fee acquiring n the act of acquiring something getting acquisition n the act of contracting or assuming or acquiring possession of something acquisition n something acquired acquisition n the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge learning acquisition n an ability that has been acquired by training skill,accomplishment,acquirement,attainment acquisitive adj eager to acquire and possess things especially material possessions or ideas acquit v pronounce not guilty of criminal charges assoil,clear,discharge,exonerate,exculpate convict acquit v behave in a certain manner behave,bear,deport,conduct,comport,carry acquittal n a judgment of not guilty conviction acquittance n a legal document evidencing the discharge of a debt or obligation release acquitted adj declared not guilty of a specific offense or crime; legally blameless acre n a unit of area (4840 square yards) used in English-speaking countries acre n a territory of western Brazil bordering on Bolivia and Peru acre n a town and port in northwestern Israel in the eastern Mediterranean acreage n an area of ground used for some particular purpose (such as building or farming) acres n extensive landed property (especially in the country) retained by the owner for his own use estate,land,demesne acrid adj strong and sharp pungent acrid adj harsh or corrosive in tone acerb,acerbic,acid,bitter,blistering,caustic,sulfurous,virulent acrimonious adj marked by strong resentment or cynicism bitter acrimony n a rough and bitter manner bitterness,jaundice,tartness acrobat n an athlete who performs acts requiring skill and agility and coordination acrobatic adj vigorously active athletic,gymnastic acrobatics n the gymnastic moves of an acrobat tumbling acrobatics n the performance of stunts while in flight in an aircraft aerobatics,stunting acrolein n a pungent colorless unsaturated liquid aldehyde made from propene acronym n a word formed from the initial letters of the several words in the name and pronounced as one word acropolis n the citadel in ancient Greek towns across adv to the opposite side across adv transversely crosswise acrylic n polymerized from acrylonitrile acrylic n a glassy thermoplastic; can be cast and molded or used in coatings and adhesives acrylic n used especially by artists acrylic n a synthetic fabric act n a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body enactment act n something that people do or cause to happen deed act n a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet act n a short performance that is part of a longer program routine,number,turn,bit act v perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) move refrain act v behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself behave,do act v play a role or part play,represent act v discharge one's duties actin n one of the proteins into which actomyosin can be split; can exist in either a globular or a fibrous form acting n the performance of a part or role in a drama playing,performing acting adj serving temporarily especially as a substitute actinidia n small Asiatic woody vine bearing many-seeded fruit actinomycosis n disease of cattle that can be transmitted to humans; results from infection with actinomycetes; characterized by hard swellings that exude p action n something done (usually as opposed to something said) action n the state of being active activity inaction action n a military engagement action n a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) activity action v institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against sue,litigate,process action v put in effect accomplish,execute,fulfill,fulfil actionable adj affording grounds for legal action activate v put in motion or move to act trip,trigger,spark activate v make active or more active inactivate activate v make more adsorptive activate v aerate (sewage) so as to favor the growth of organisms that decompose organic matter activated adj (of sewage) treated with aeration and bacteria to aid decomposition activated adj (of e.g. a molecule) made reactive or more reactive excited activated adj rendered active; e.g. rendered radioactive or luminescent or photosensitive or conductive activated adj (military) set up and placed on active assignment activating n the activity of causing to have energy and be active energizing,activation activating adj causing motion or action or change activation n stimulation of activity in an organism or chemical inactivation activation n the activity of causing to have energy and be active energizing,activating activation n making active and effective (as a bomb) activator n (biology) any agency bringing about activation; a molecule that increases the activity of an enzyme or a protein that increases the producti inhibitor active n chemical agent capable of activity active n the voice used to indicate that the grammatical subject of the verb is performing the action or causing the happening denoted by the verb active n a person who is a participating member of an organization active adj tending to become more severe or wider in scope inactive active adj engaged in or ready for military or naval operations fighting active adj disposed to take action or effectuate change passive active adj taking part in an activity participating actively adv in an active manner passively activism n a policy of taking direct action to achieve a political or social goal activist n a militant reformer militant activist adj advocating or engaged in activism activity n any specific behavior inactivity activity n the state of being active action inactivity activity n an organic process that takes place in the body activity n (chemistry) the capacity of a substance to take part in a chemical reaction actor n a theatrical performer player,thespian actor n a person who acts and gets things done doer,worker actress n a female actor acts n a New Testament book describing the development of the early church from Christ's Ascension to Paul's sojourn at Rome actual adj presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible existent potential actual adj taking place in reality; not pretended or imitated actual adj being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something genuine,literal,real actual adj existing in act or fact factual actuality n the state of actually existing objectively actualize v make real or concrete; give reality or substance to realize,realise,substantiate actualize v represent or describe realistically actually adv in actual fact really actually adv used to imply that one would expect the fact to be the opposite of that stated; surprisingly actually adv at the present moment actually adv as a sentence modifier to add slight emphasis actuarial adj of or relating to the work of an actuary actuary n someone versed in the collection and interpretation of numerical data (especially someone who uses statistics to calculate insurance premium statistician actuator n a mechanism that puts something into automatic action acuity n sharpness of vision; the visual ability to resolve fine detail (usually measured by a Snellen chart) acuity n a quick and penetrating intelligence acuteness,sharpness acumen n a tapering point acumen n shrewdness shown by keen insight acupuncture n treatment of pain or disease by inserting the tips of needles at specific points on the skin acute n a mark placed above a vowel to indicate pronunciation ague acute adj having or experiencing a rapid onset and short but severe course chronic acute adj extremely sharp or severe intense acute adj having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions discriminating,incisive,keen,knifelike,penetrating,piercing,sharp acute adj of an angle; less than 90 degrees obtuse acutely adv in a keen or penetrating way keenly acutely adv having a rapid onset chronically acutely adv changing suddenly in direction and degree sharply,sharp acutely adv in a shrewd manner astutely,shrewdly acuteness n a sensitivity that is keen and highly developed acuteness n a quick and penetrating intelligence acuity,sharpness acuteness n the quality of having a sharp edge or point ad n a public promotion of some product or service advertisement,advertising,advert ad adv in the Christian era; used before dates after the supposed year Christ was born ada n an enzyme found in mammals that can catalyze the deamination of adenosine into inosine and ammonia adage n a condensed but memorable saying embodying some important fact of experience that is taken as true by many people proverb,saw,byword adagio n (music) a composition played in adagio tempo (slowly and gracefully) adagio n a slow section of a pas de deux requiring great skill and strength by the dancers adagio adj (of tempo) leisurely adagio adv slowly adam n (Old Testament) in Judeo-Christian mythology; the first man and the husband of Eve and the progenitor of the human race adam n Scottish architect who designed many public buildings in England and Scotland (1728-1792) adam n street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine ecstasy,go,cristal,x adamant n very hard native crystalline carbon valued as a gem diamond adamant adj impervious to pleas, persuasion, requests, reason inexorable,intransigent adamantly adv inflexibly; unshakably adams n American Revolutionary leader and patriot; an organizer of the Boston Tea Party and signer of the Declaration of Independence (1722-1803) adams n 6th President of the United States; son of John Adams (1767-1848) adams n 2nd President of the United States (1735-1826) adams n a mountain peak in southwestern Washington in the Cascade Range (12,307 feet high) adapt v make fit for, or change to suit a new purpose accommodate adapt v adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions adjust,conform adaptability n the ability to change (or be changed) to fit changed circumstances adaptable adj capable of adapting (of becoming or being made suitable) to a particular situation or use adaptation n a written work (as a novel) that has been recast in a new form version adaptation n the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions) adaption,adjustment adaptation n (physiology) the responsive adjustment of a sense organ (as the eye) to varying conditions (as of light) adapted adj changed in order to improve or made more fit for a particular purpose altered adapter n a musician who adapts a composition for particular voices or instruments or for another style of performance arranger,transcriber adapter n device that enables something to be used in a way different from that for which it was intended or makes different pieces of apparatus compa adaptor adaption n the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions) adaptation,adjustment adaptive adj having a capacity for adaptation adaptor n device that enables something to be used in a way different from that for which it was intended or makes different pieces of apparatus compa adapter adar n the sixth month of the civil year; the twelfth month of the ecclesiastic year in the Jewish calendar (in February and March) add n a condition (mostly in boys) characterized by behavioral and learning disorders adhd add v make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of add v state or say further append,supply add v bestow a quality on lend,impart,bestow,contribute,bring add v make an addition by combining numbers subtract addax n large antelope with lightly spiraled horns of desert regions of northern Africa addend n a number that is added to another number (the augend) addendum n textual matter that is added onto a publication; usually at the end supplement,postscript adder n a person who adds numbers adder n a machine that adds numbers adder n small terrestrial viper common in northern Eurasia addict n someone who is so ardently devoted to something that it resembles an addiction nut,freak,junkie,junky addict n someone who is physiologically dependent on a substance; abrupt deprivation of the substance produces withdrawal symptoms addict v to cause (someone or oneself) to become dependent (on something, especially a narcotic drug) hook addicted adj compulsively or physiologically dependent on something habit-forming addiction n being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic dependence,dependency addiction n an abnormally strong craving addiction n (Roman law) a formal award by a magistrate of a thing or person to another person (as the award of a debtor to his creditor); a surrender to addictive adj causing or characterized by addiction addition n a component that is added to something to improve it improver addition n the act of adding one thing to another subtraction addition n a quantity that is added increase,gain addition n something added to what you already have accession additional adj further or added extra additionally adv in addition, by way of addition; furthermore additive n something added to enhance food or gasoline or paint or medicine additive adj designating or involving an equation whose terms are of the first degree linear additive adj characterized or produced by addition addle v mix up or confuse muddle,puddle addle v become rotten addled adj (of eggs) no longer edible addled adj confused and vague; used especially of thinking befuddled,muddled,muzzy,woolly,wooly address n (computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored reference address n the place where a person or organization can be found or communicated with address n the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience speech address n the manner of speaking to another individual address v speak to address v give a speech to speak address v put an address on (an envelope) direct address v direct a question at someone addressed adj (of mail) marked with a destination unaddressed addressee n one to whom something is addressed adduce v advance evidence for abduce,cite adduct n a compound formed by an addition reaction adduct v draw a limb towards the body abduct adduction n (physiology) moving of a body part toward the central axis of the body adductor n a muscle that draws a body part toward the median line ade n a sweetened beverage of diluted fruit juice adelaide n the state capital of South Australia aden n an important port of Yemen; located on the Gulf of Aden; its strategic location has made it a major trading center of southern Arabia since adenine n (biochemistry) purine base found in DNA and RNA; pairs with thymine in DNA and with uracil in RNA a adenoid n a collection of lymphatic tissue in the throat behind the uvula (on the posterior wall and roof of the nasopharynx) adenoid adj relating to or resembling lymphatic glands or lymphoid tissue adenoma n a benign epithelial tumor of glandular origin adenosine n (biochemistry) a nucleoside that is a structural component of nucleic acids; it is present in all living cells in a combined form as a const adept n someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field ace,champion,sensation,virtuoso,genius,hotshot,star,superstar adept adj having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude expert,good,practiced,proficient,skillful,skilful adequacy n the quality of being able to meet a need satisfactorily: "he questioned the adequacy of the usual sentimental interpretation of the Golden R inadequacy adequacy n the quality of being sufficient for the end in view sufficiency inadequacy adequate adj having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task equal inadequate adequate adj sufficient for the purpose enough adequate adj about average; acceptable passable,tolerable adequately adv in an adequate manner or to an adequate degree inadequately adhd n a condition (mostly in boys) characterized by behavioral and learning disorders add adhere v be compatible or in accordance with adhere v follow through or carry out a plan without deviation adhere v come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation cling,cleave,stick,cohere adhere v be a devoted follower or supporter stick adherence n faithful support for a cause or political party or religion attachment,adhesion adherence n the property of sticking together (as of glue and wood) or the joining of surfaces of different composition adhesion,bond adherent n someone who believes and helps to spread the doctrine of another disciple adherent adj sticking fast adhesion n abnormal union of bodily tissues; most common in the abdomen adhesion n a fibrous band of scar tissue that binds together normally separate anatomical structures adhesion n the property of sticking together (as of glue and wood) or the joining of surfaces of different composition adherence,bond adhesion n faithful support for a cause or political party or religion attachment,adherence adhesive n a substance that unites or bonds surfaces together adhesive adj tending to adhere adieu n a farewell remark adios,bye,cheerio,goodbye,sayonara adios n a farewell remark adieu,bye,cheerio,goodbye,sayonara adipose adj composed of animal fat adjacent adj nearest in space or position; immediately adjoining without intervening space next adjacent adj having a common boundary or edge; abutting; touching contiguous,neighboring adjacent adj near or close to but not necessarily touching adjective n a word that expresses an attribute of something adjective n the word class that qualifies nouns adjective adj of or relating to or functioning as an adjective adjective adj relating to court practice and procedure as opposed to the principles of law procedural substantive adjoin v lie adjacent to another or share a boundary border,edge,abut,march,butt adjoin v be in direct physical contact with; make contact touch,meet,contact adjoin v attach or add adjourn v close at the end of a session recess adjourn v break from a meeting or gathering withdraw,retire adjournment n the termination of a meeting dissolution adjournment n the act of postponing to another time or place adjudge v declare to be declare,hold adjudicate v put on trial or hear a case and sit as the judge at the trial of judge,try adjudicate v bring to an end; settle conclusively decide,settle,resolve adjudication n the final judgment in a legal proceeding; the act of pronouncing judgment based on the evidence presented adjunct n something added to another thing but not an essential part of it adjunct n a person who is an assistant or subordinate to another adjunct n a construction that can be used to extend the meaning of a word or phrase but is not one of the main constituents of a sentence adjunct adj furnishing added support accessory,ancillary,adjuvant,auxiliary adjunct adj of or relating to a person who is subordinate to another assistant adjure v ask for or request earnestly bid,beseech,entreat,press,conjure adjure v command solemnly adjust v alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard set,correct adjust v place in a line or arrange so as to be parallel or straight align,aline adjust v adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions conform,adapt adjust v make correspondent or conformable adjustable adj capable of being changed so as to match or fit adjustable adj capable of being regulated adjusted adj altered to accommodate to certain requirements or bring into a proper relation unadjusted adjusted adj adjusted to demands of daily living; showing emotional stability maladjusted adjusted adj having achieved a comfortable relation with your environment familiarized adjusted adj (especially of garments) having the fit or style adjusted adjuster n one who investigates insurance claims or claims for damages and recommends an effective settlement adjustment n making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances accommodation,fitting adjustment n the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment) alteration,modification adjustment n the act of adjusting something to match a standard registration,readjustment adjustment n the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions) adaptation,adaption adjutant n an officer who acts as military assistant to a more senior officer aide adjutant n large Indian stork with a military gait adjuvant n an additive that enhances the effectiveness of medical treatment adjuvant adj furnishing added support accessory,adjunct,ancillary,auxiliary adjuvant adj enhancing the action of a medical treatment adman n someone whose business is advertising advertiser administer v work in an administrative capacity; supervise or be in charge of administrate administer v perform (a church sacrament) ritually administer v administer or bestow, as in small portions distribute,deal,lot,dispense,allot administer v give or apply (medications) dispense administrate v work in an administrative capacity; supervise or be in charge of administer administration n a method of tending to or managing the affairs of a some group of people (especially the group's business affairs) disposal administration n the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something governance,establishment,brass,organization,organisation administration n the act of administering medication administration n the tenure of a president presidency administrative adj of or relating to or responsible for administration administratively adv by or for an administrator administrator n someone who administers a business administrator n the party appointed by a probate court to distribute the estate of someone who dies without a will or without naming an executor administrator n someone who manages a government agency or department executive admirable adj deserving of the highest esteem or admiration admirable adj inspiring admiration or approval admirably adv in an admirable manner commendable admiral n the supreme commander of a fleet; ranks above a vice admiral and below a fleet admiral admiral n any of several brightly colored butterflies admiralty n the department in charge of the navy (as in Great Britain) admiralty n the office of admiral admiration n a feeling of delighted approval and liking esteem admiration n the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising wonder,wonderment admiration n a favorable judgment appreciation admire v feel admiration for admire v look at with admiration admired adj regarded with admiration admirer n a person who backs a politician or a team etc. supporter,protagonist,champion,booster,friend admirer n a person who admires; someone who esteems or respects or approves admirer n someone who admires a young woman admiringly adv with admiration admissibility n acceptability by virtue of being admissible admissible adj deserving to be admitted inadmissible admission n the act of admitting someone to enter admittance admission n an acknowledgment of the truth of something admission n the fee charged for admission admission n the right to enter entree,access,accession,admittance admit v declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of acknowledge deny admit v allow to enter; grant entry to intromit reject admit v allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of include exclude admit v admit into a group or community accept,take admittance n the right to enter entree,access,accession,admission admittance n the act of admitting someone to enter admission admittedly adv as acknowledged true,avowedly admix v mix or blend admixture n the state of impairing the quality or reducing the value of something alloy admixture n an additional ingredient that is added by mixing with the base admixture n the act of mixing together mix,mixture,mixing admonish v advise or counsel in terms of someone's behavior warn,discourage,monish admonish v warn strongly; put on guard caution,monish admonish v take to task reproof admonishing adj expressing reproof or reproach especially as a corrective admonitory admonishment n a firm rebuke admonition admonition n cautionary advice about something imminent (especially imminent danger or other unpleasantness) warning admonition n a firm rebuke admonishment admonitory adj serving to warn cautionary,exemplary,warning admonitory adj expressing reproof or reproach especially as a corrective admonishing ado n a rapid active commotion bustle,hustle,flurry,fuss,stir adobe n the clay from which adobe bricks are made adobe n sun-dried brick; used in hot dry climates adolescence n the time period between the beginning of puberty and adulthood adolescence n in the state that someone is in between puberty and adulthood adolescent n a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity stripling,teenager,teen adolescent adj relating to or peculiar to or suggestive of an adolescent adolescent adj being of the age 13 through 19 teen,teenage,teenaged adolescent adj displaying or suggesting a lack of maturity jejune,juvenile,puerile adolescent adj in the state of development between puberty and maturity adonis n any handsome young man adonis n annual or perennial herbs adonis n (Greek mythology) a handsome youth loved by both Aphrodite and Persephone adopt v choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans follow,espouse adopt v take up and practice as one's own borrow adopt v take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities assume adopt v take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect assume,acquire,take adoptable adj suitable or eligible for adoption adopted adj acquired as your own by free choice adoptive native adoptee n someone (such as a child) who has been adopted adopter n a person who adopts a child of other parents as his or her own child adoption n the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception acceptance,espousal adoption n a legal proceeding that creates a parent-child relation between persons not related by blood; the adopted child is entitled to all privilege adoption n the appropriation (of ideas or words etc) from another source borrowing adoptive adj of parents and children; related by adoption biological adoptive adj acquired as your own by free choice adopted adorable adj lovable especially in a childlike or naive way endearing,lovely adorableness n extreme attractiveness adoration n a feeling of profound love and admiration worship adoration n the act of admiring strongly adoration n the worship given to God alone latria adore v love intensely adored adj regarded with deep or rapturous love (especially as if for a god) idolized,worshipped adoring adj showing adoration worshipful adoring adj extravagantly or foolishly loving and indulgent doting,fond adorn v make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. decorate,grace,ornament,embellish,beautify adorn v be beautiful to look at deck,decorate,grace,embellish,beautify adorn v furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors invest,clothe adorned adj provided with something intended to increase its beauty or distinction decorated unadorned adornment n a decoration of color or interest that is added to relieve plainness adornment n the action of decorating yourself with something colorful and interesting adrenal n either of a pair of complex endocrine glands situated near the kidney adrenal adj of or pertaining to the adrenal glands or their secretions adrenal adj near the kidneys adrenalin n a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action epinephrine,adrenaline adrenaline n a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action epinephrine,adrenalin adrenergic n drug that has the effects of epinephrine adrenergic adj relating to epinephrine (its release or action) adrian n Roman Emperor who was the adoptive son of Trajan; travelled throughout his empire to strengthen its frontiers and encourage learning and arc hadrian adrian n English physiologist who conducted research into the function of neurons; 1st baron of Cambridge (1889-1997) adriatic n an arm of the Mediterranean between Slovenia and Croatia and Montenegro and Albania on the east and Italy on the west adrift adj aimlessly drifting afloat,aimless,directionless,rudderless adrift adj afloat on the surface of a body of water adrift adv floating freely; not anchored adrift adv off course, wandering aimlessly adroit adj quick or skillful or adept in action or thought maladroit adroitly adv with adroitness; in an adroit manner adsorption n the accumulation of molecules of a gas to form a thin film on the surface of a solid adulate v flatter in an obsequious manner adulation n servile flattery; exaggerated and hypocritical praise adult n a fully developed person from maturity onward grownup juvenile adult n any mature animal adult adj (of animals) fully developed big,grown,grownup adult adj designed to arouse lust pornographic adulterate v corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones load,stretch,dilute,debase adulterate adj mixed with impurities adulterated,debased adulterated adj mixed with impurities adulterate,debased adulteration n being mixed with extraneous material; the product of adulterating debasement adulteration n the act of adulterating (especially the illicit substitution of one substance for another) adulterer n someone who commits adultery or fornication adulterous adj characterized by adultery extramarital,extracurricular adulterous adj not faithful to a spouse or lover cheating adultery n extramarital sex that willfully and maliciously interferes with marriage relations fornication adulthood n the period of time in your life after your physical growth has stopped and you are fully developed maturity adulthood n the state (and responsibilities) of a person who has attained maturity advance n a movement forward progress,progression advance n a change for the better; progress in development improvement,betterment advance n a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others overture,approach,feeler advance n the act of moving forward (as toward a goal) progress,progression,procession,advancement retreat advance v move forward, also in the metaphorical sense progress recede advance v bring forward for consideration or acceptance advance v increase or raise boost,supercharge advance v contribute to the progress or growth of promote,boost,further,encourage advance adj being ahead of time or need beforehand advance adj situated ahead or going before advanced advanced adj farther along in physical or mental development advanced adj comparatively late in a course of development advanced adj ahead of the times innovative,modern advanced adj at a higher level in training or knowledge or skill advancement n encouragement of the progress or growth or acceptance of something promotion,furtherance advancement n the act of moving forward (as toward a goal) progress,progression,procession,advance advancement n gradual improvement or growth or development progress advancer n someone who advances advancing adj moving forward forward advantage n the quality of having a superior or more favorable position vantage disadvantage advantage n (tennis) first point scored after deuce advantage n benefit resulting from some event or action reward advantage v give an advantage to disadvantage advantageous adj giving an advantage favorable,favourable disadvantageous advantageous adj appropriate for achieving a particular end; implies a lack of concern for fairness advection n (meteorology) the horizontal transfer of heat or other atmospheric properties advent n arrival that has been awaited (especially of something momentous) coming advent n the season including the four Sundays preceding Christmas advent n (Christian theology) the reappearance of Jesus as judge for the Last Judgment adventist n a member of Christian denomination that expects the imminent advent of Christ adventive adj not native and not fully established; locally or temporarily naturalized adventure n a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful) escapade adventure v take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome gamble,chance,risk,hazard adventure v put at risk venture,hazard,stake,jeopardize adventurer n a person who enjoys taking risks adventurer n someone who travels into little known regions (especially for some scientific purpose) explorer adventuresome adj willing to undertake or seeking out new and daring enterprises adventurous adventurous adj willing to undertake or seeking out new and daring enterprises adventuresome adverb n the word class that qualifies verbs or clauses adverb n a word that modifies something other than a noun adverbial n a word or group of words function as an adverb adverbial adj of or relating to or functioning as an adverb adversary n someone who offers opposition antagonist,opponent adverse adj contrary to your interests or welfare inauspicious,untoward adverse adj in an opposing direction contrary adversely adv in an adverse manner adversity n a state of misfortune or affliction hardship adversity n a stroke of ill fortune; a calamitous event advert n a public promotion of some product or service ad,advertisement,advertising advert v give heed (to) attend,hang advert v make a more or less disguised reference to allude,touch advert v make reference to mention,cite,name,refer advertent adj giving attention advertise v call attention to publicize,publicise advertise v make publicity for; try to sell (a product) promote,push advertised adj called to public attention advertisement n a public promotion of some product or service ad,advertising,advert advertiser n someone whose business is advertising adman advertising n a public promotion of some product or service ad,advertisement,advert advertising n the business of drawing public attention to goods and services publicizing advice n a proposal for an appropriate course of action advil n a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic medicine (trade names Advil and Motrin and Nuprin) used to relieve the pain of arthritis and ibuprofen advisability n the quality of being advisable advisable adj worthy of being recommended or suggested; prudent or wise inadvisable advise v give advice to rede,counsel advise v inform (somebody) of something notify,apprise advise v make a proposal, declare a plan for something propose,suggest advised adj having the benefit of careful prior consideration or counsel advised adj having received information advisedly adv with intention; in an intentional manner intentionally,deliberately,purposely advisement n careful consideration deliberation,weighing adviser n an expert who gives advice advisor,consultant advisor n an expert who gives advice adviser,consultant advisory n an announcement that usually advises or warns the public of some threat advisory adj giving advice consultative advocacy n active support of an idea or cause etc.; especially the act of pleading or arguing for something advocate n a person who pleads for a cause or propounds an idea proponent,exponent advocate n a lawyer who pleads cases in court counsel,counselor,counsellor advocate v push for something recommend,urge advocate v speak, plead, or argue in favor of preach adz n an edge tool used to cut and shape wood adze adze n an edge tool used to cut and shape wood adz aegean n an arm of the Mediterranean between Greece and Turkey; a main trade route for the ancient civilizations of Crete and Greece and Rome and Per aegean adj of or relating to or characteristic of the prehistoric Aegean civilization aegean adj of or relating to or bordering the Aegean Sea aegis n kindly endorsement and guidance auspices,protection aegis n armor plate that protects the chest; the front part of a cuirass breastplate aegisthus n (Greek mythology) the seducer of Clytemnestra and murderer of Agamemnon who usurped the throne of Mycenae until Agamemnon's son Orestes retu aerial n a pass to a receiver downfield from the passer aerial n an electrical device that sends or receives radio or television signals antenna aerial adj existing or living or growing or operating in the air aerial adj characterized by lightness and insubstantiality; as impalpable or intangible as air airy,ethereal aerie n the lofty nest of a bird of prey (such as a hawk or eagle) eyrie aerie n any habitation at a high altitude eyrie aerobatics n the performance of stunts while in flight in an aircraft acrobatics,stunting aerobic adj depending on free oxygen or air anaerobic aerobic adj based on or using the principles of aerobics; enhancing respiratory and circulatory efficiency anaerobic aerobics n exercise that increases the need for oxygen aerodrome n an airfield equipped with control tower and hangars as well as accommodations for passengers and cargo airport aerodynamic adj of or relating to aerodynamics aerodynamic adj designed or arranged to offer the least resistant to fluid flow streamlined,flowing,sleek aerodynamics n the branch of mechanics that deals with the motion of gases (especially air) and their effects on bodies in the flow aeronautic adj of or pertaining to aeronautics aeronautical aeronautical adj of or pertaining to aeronautics aeronautic aeronautics n the theory and practice of navigation through air or space astronautics aeroplane n an aircraft that has a fixed wing and is powered by propellers or jets airplane,plane aerosol n a cloud of solid or liquid particles in a gas aerosol n a dispenser that holds a substance under pressure and that can release it as a fine spray (usually by means of a propellant gas) aerospace n the atmosphere and outer space considered as a whole aeschylus n Greek tragedian; the father of Greek tragic drama (525-456 BC) aesthesia n mental responsiveness and awareness sensibility aesthete n one who professes great sensitivity to the beauty of art and nature aesthetic n (philosophy) a philosophical theory as to what is beautiful aesthetic adj relating to or dealing with the subject of aesthetics aesthetic adj concerning or characterized by an appreciation of beauty or good taste aesthetic adj aesthetically pleasing artistic aesthetically adv in a tasteful way aesthetician n a worker skilled in giving beauty treatments (manicures and facials etc.) aesthetician n a philosopher who specializes in the nature of beauty aesthetics n (art) the branch of philosophy dealing with beauty and taste (emphasizing the evaluative criteria that are applied to art) aether n personification of the sky or upper air breathed by the Olympians; son of Erebus and night or of Chaos and darkness aether n a medium that was once supposed to fill all space and to support the propagation of electromagnetic waves ether afar adv (old-fashioned) at or from or to a great distance; far afeard adj a pronunciation of afraid afeared afeared adj a pronunciation of afraid afeard affable adj diffusing warmth and friendliness amiable,cordial,genial affably adv in an affable manner amiably affair n a vaguely specified concern matter,thing affair n a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship intimacy,liaison,involvement,amour affair n a vaguely specified social event occasion,function affairs n matters of personal concern affairs n transactions of professional or public interest affect n the conscious subjective aspect of feeling or emotion affect v have an effect upon impact,touch affect v act physically on; have an effect upon affect v connect closely and often incriminatingly involve,regard affect v make believe with the intent to deceive feign,sham,pretend,dissemble affectation n a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display mannerism,pose affected adj acted upon; influenced unaffected affected adj speaking or behaving in an artificial way to make an impression unnatural unaffected affected adj being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion moved,stirred,touched affecting adj arousing affect poignant,touching affection n a positive feeling of liking fondness,tenderness,heart,philia affectionate adj having or displaying warmth or affection fond,lovesome,tender affectionately adv with affection dearly,dear affective adj characterized by emotion emotive afferent n a nerve that passes impulses from receptors toward or to the central nervous system afferent adj of nerves and nerve impulses; conveying sensory information from the sense organs to the CNS efferent affiance v give to in marriage betroth,engage,plight affiant n a person who makes an affidavit affidavit n written declaration made under oath; a written statement sworn to be true before someone legally authorized to administer an oath affiliate n a subordinate or subsidiary associate; a person who is affiliated with another or with an organization affiliate n a subsidiary or subordinate organization that is affiliated with another organization affiliate v keep company with; hang out with consort,associate,assort affiliate v join in an affiliation affiliated adj being joined in close association attached,connected affiliation n a social or business relationship association,tie affiliation n the act of becoming formally connected or joined affine n (anthropology) kin by marriage affine adj (mathematics) of or pertaining to the geometry of affine transformations affine adj (anthropology) related by marriage affined adj closely related affinity n (immunology) the attraction between an antigen and an antibody affinity n (anthropology) kinship by marriage or adoption; not a blood relationship affinity n (biology) state of relationship between organisms or groups of organisms resulting in resemblance in structure or structural parts affinity n a close connection marked by community of interests or similarity in nature or character kinship affirm v establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts confirm,corroborate,sustain,substantiate,support negate affirm v to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true verify,assert,avow,aver,swan,swear affirm v say yes to affirmation n a statement asserting the existence or the truth of something affirmation n the act of affirming or asserting or stating something assertion,statement affirmation n (religion) a solemn declaration that serves the same purpose as an oath (if an oath is objectionable to the person on religious or ethical g affirmation n a judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was correct and should stand reversal affirmative n a reply of affirmation negative affirmative adj affirming or giving assent negative affirmative adj expecting the best optimistic affirmative adj expressing or manifesting praise or approval approving affirmatively adv in an affirmative manner affirmed n thoroughbred that won the triple crown in 1978 affix n a linguistic element added to a word to produce an inflected or derived form affix v attach to affix v add to the very end append,supplement affix v attach or become attached to a stem word affixed adj firmly attached afflatus n a strong creative impulse; divine inspiration afflict v cause great unhappiness for; distress afflict v cause physical pain or suffering in smite afflicted adj grievously affected especially by disease stricken afflicted adj mentally or physically unfit impaired affliction n a state of great suffering and distress due to adversity affliction n a condition of suffering or distress due to ill health affliction n a cause of great suffering and distress affluence n abundant wealth richness affluent n an affluent person; a person who is financially well off affluent n a branch that flows into the main stream feeder,tributary,confluent affluent adj having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value flush,loaded,moneyed,wealthy,substantial afford v be able to spare or give up afford v be the cause or source of yield,give afford v have the financial means to do something or buy something afford v afford access to open,give affordable adj that you have the financial means for affray n noisy quarrel altercation,fracas affray n a noisy fight disturbance,fray,ruffle affricate n a composite speech sound consisting of a stop and a fricative articulated at the same point (as `ch' in `chair' and `j' in `joy') affrication n the conversion of a simple stop consonant into an affricate affright n an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety panic,terror affright v cause fear in frighten,fright,scare affront n a deliberately offensive act or something producing the effect of deliberate disrespect insult affront v treat, mention, or speak to rudely diss,insult afghan n a blanket knitted or crocheted in strips or squares; sometimes used as a shawl afghan n a native or inhabitant of Afghanistan afghan n an Iranian language spoken in Afghanistan and Pakistan; the official language of Afghanistan pashto,afghani afghan n a coat made of sheepskin afghan adj of or relating to or characteristic of Afghanistan or its people afghani afghani n the basic unit of money in Afghanistan afghani n an Iranian language spoken in Afghanistan and Pakistan; the official language of Afghanistan pashto,afghan afghani adj of or relating to or characteristic of Afghanistan or its people afghan afghanistan n a mountainous landlocked country in central Asia; bordered by Iran to the west and Russia to the north and Pakistan to the east and south aficionado n a fan of bull fighting aficionado n a serious devotee of some particular music genre or musical performer afield adv far away from home or one's usual surroundings abroad afield adv in or into a field (especially a field of battle) afield adv off the subject; beyond the point at issue afire adj lighted up by or as by fire or flame ablaze,aflame,aflare,alight aflame adj keenly excited (especially sexually) or indicating excitement ablaze,aroused aflame adj lighted up by or as by fire or flame ablaze,afire,aflare,alight aflare adj streaming or flapping or spreading wide as if in a current of air flaring aflare adj lighted up by or as by fire or flame ablaze,afire,aflame,alight afloat adj aimlessly drifting adrift,aimless,directionless,rudderless afloat adj borne on the water; floating aground afloat adj covered with water awash,flooded,inundated,overflowing aflutter adj excited in anticipation nervous afoot adj traveling by foot afoot adj currently in progress underway afoot adv on foot; walking aforementioned adj being the one previously mentioned or spoken of aforesaid,said aforesaid adj being the one previously mentioned or spoken of aforementioned,said aforethought adj with planning and intention planned,plotted afoul adj especially of a ship's lines etc foul,fouled afraid adj filled with fear or apprehension unafraid afraid adj filled with regret or concern; used often to soften an unpleasant statement afraid adj feeling worry or concern or insecurity afraid adj having feelings of aversion or unwillingness afresh adv again but in a new or different way anew africa n the second largest continent; located to the south of Europe and bordered to the west by the South Atlantic and to the east by the Indian Oc african n a native or inhabitant of Africa african adj of or relating to the nations of Africa or their peoples afrikaans n an official language of the Republic of South Africa; closely related to Dutch and Flemish afrikaans adj belonging or relating to white people of South Africa whose ancestors were Dutch or to their language afrikaner afrikaner n a white native of Cape Province who is a descendant of Dutch settlers and who speaks Afrikaans boer afrikaner adj belonging or relating to white people of South Africa whose ancestors were Dutch or to their language afrikaans afro n a rounded thickly curled hairdo aft adj (nautical, aeronautical) situated at or toward the stern or tail fore aft adv at or near or toward the stern of a ship or tail of an airplane abaft,astern fore after adj located farther aft after adv happening at a time subsequent to a reference time subsequently,later,afterwards,afterward after adv behind or in the rear afterbirth n the placenta and fetal membranes that are expelled from the uterus after the baby is born afterburner n a device that injects fuel into a hot exhaust for extra thrust aftercare n care and treatment of a convalescent patient aftereffect n any result that follows its cause after an interval aftereffect n a delayed effect of a drug or therapy afterglow n a glow sometimes seen in the sky after sunset afterglow n the pleasure of remembering some pleasant event afterimage n an image (usually a negative image) that persists after stimulation has ceased afterlife n life after death hereafter aftermath n the consequences of an event (especially a catastrophic event) wake,backwash aftermath n the outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual consequence afternoon n the part of the day between noon and evening afternoon n a conventional expression of greeting or farewell aftershock n a tremor (or one of a series of tremors) occurring after the main shock of an earthquake aftertaste n an afterimage of a taste afterthought n thinking again about a choice previously made reconsideration,rethink afterthought n an addition that was not included in the original plan afterward adv happening at a time subsequent to a reference time subsequently,later,afterwards,after afterwards adv happening at a time subsequent to a reference time subsequently,later,afterward,after ag n a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite an silver aga n title for a civil or military leader (especially in Turkey) agha again adv anew agama n small terrestrial lizard of warm regions of the Old World agamemnon n (Greek mythology) the king who lead the Greeks against Troy in the Trojan War agape n (Christian theology) the love of God or Christ for mankind agape n selfless love of one person for another without sexual implications (especially love that is spiritual in nature) agape n a religious meal shared as a sign of love and fellowship agape adj with the mouth wide open as in wonder or awe gaping agar n any culture medium that uses agar as the gelling agent agar n a colloidal extract of algae; used especially in culture media and as a gelling agent in foods agaric n fungus used in the preparation of punk for fuses agaric n a saprophytic fungus of the order Agaricales having an umbrellalike cap with gills on the underside agate n an impure form of quartz consisting of banded chalcedony; used as a gemstone and for making mortars and pestles age n how long something has existed age n an era of history having some distinctive feature age n a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises eld age n a prolonged period of time years age v begin to seem older; get older age v grow old or older senesce,mature age v make older rejuvenate aged n people who are old collectively elderly young aged adj advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables) elderly,older,senior aged adj at an advanced stage of erosion (pronounced as one syllable) aged adj having attained a specific age; (`aged' is pronounced as one syllable) aged adj of wines, fruit, cheeses; having reached a desired or final condition; (`aged' pronounced as one syllable) ripened agee n United States novelist (1909-1955) ageless adj continuing forever or indefinitely eternal,everlasting,perpetual,unending,unceasing agency n an administrative unit of government bureau,office,authority agency n a business or organization that provides a particular service, especially the mediation of transactions between two parties agency n the state of being in action or exerting power agency n the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent representation agenda n a temporally organized plan for matters to be attended to docket,schedule agenda n a list of matters to be taken up (as at a meeting) agendum agendum n a list of matters to be taken up (as at a meeting) agenda agent n an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect agent n a representative who acts on behalf of other persons or organizations agent n a substance that exerts some force or effect agent n a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission factor,broker ageratum n rhizomatous plant of central and southeastern United States and West Indies having large showy heads of clear blue flowers; sometimes placed ageratum n any plant of the genus Ageratum having opposite leaves and small heads of blue or white flowers agglomerate n volcanic rock consisting of large fragments fused together agglomerate n a collection of objects laid on top of each other pile,heap,mound,cumulus agglomerate v form into one cluster agglomerate adj clustered together but not coherent clustered agglomeration n a jumbled collection or mass agglomeration n the act of collecting in a mass; the act of agglomerating agglutinate v string together (morphemes in an agglutinating language) agglutinate v clump together; as of bacteria, red blood cells, etc. agglutinate adj united as if by glue aggrandize v add details to embroider,pad,lard,embellish,dramatize aggrandizement n the act of increasing the wealth or prestige or power or scope of something elevation aggravate v make worse worsen,exacerbate,exasperate aggravate v exasperate or irritate exacerbate,exasperate aggravated adj made more severe or intense especially in law aggravated adj incited, especially deliberately, to anger provoked aggravating adj making worse exacerbating,exasperating aggravation n an exasperated feeling of annoyance exasperation aggravation n unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment irritation,provocation aggravation n action that makes a problem or a disease (or its symptoms) worse exacerbation aggregate n the whole amount sum,total,totality aggregate n material such as sand or gravel used with cement and water to make concrete, mortar, or plaster aggregate n a sum total of many heterogenous things taken together congeries,conglomeration aggregate v amount in the aggregate to aggregate v gather in a mass, sum, or whole combine aggregate adj formed of separate units gathered into a mass or whole aggregated,mass aggregate adj composed of a dense cluster of separate units such as carpels or florets or drupelets aggregated adj formed of separate units gathered into a mass or whole aggregate,mass aggregation n several things grouped together or considered as a whole collection,accumulation,assemblage aggregation n the act of gathering something together collection,collecting,assembling aggress v take the initiative and go on the offensive attack aggression n a disposition to behave aggressively aggression n a feeling of hostility that arouses thoughts of attack aggressiveness aggression n violent action that is hostile and usually unprovoked hostility aggression n the act of initiating hostilities aggressive adj having or showing determination and energetic pursuit of your ends aggressive adj tending to spread quickly aggressive adj characteristic of an enemy or one eager to fight belligerent aggressively adv in an aggressive manner sharply aggressiveness n the quality of being bold and enterprising aggressiveness n a feeling of hostility that arouses thoughts of attack aggression aggressiveness n a natural disposition to be hostile belligerence aggressor n someone who attacks attacker,assailant aggressor n a confident assertive person who acts as instigator aggrieve v infringe on the rights of aggrieve v cause to feel sorrow grieve aggro n (informal British usage) aggravation or aggression agha n title for a civil or military leader (especially in Turkey) aga aghast adj struck with fear, dread, or consternation appalled,dismayed,shocked agile adj moving quickly and lightly nimble,quick,spry agile adj mentally quick nimble agility n the gracefulness of a person or animal that is quick and nimble lightness,nimbleness aging n acquiring desirable qualities by being left undisturbed for some time ripening aging n the organic process of growing older and showing the effects of increasing age senescence aging adj growing old agitate v try to stir up public opinion foment agitate v cause to be agitated, excited, or roused rouse,charge,excite calm agitate v exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate f crusade,fight,press,campaign,push agitate v move very slightly stir,shift,budge agitated adj troubled emotionally and usually deeply agitated adj physically disturbed or set in motion agitating adj causing or tending to cause anger or resentment provoking agitation n a mental state of extreme emotional disturbance agitation n a state of agitation or turbulent change or development ferment,fermentation,unrest agitation n the feeling of being agitated; not calm calmness agitation n disturbance usually in protest excitement,turmoil,upheaval,hullabaloo agitator n one who agitates; a political troublemaker agitprop n political propaganda (especially communist propaganda) communicated via art and literature and cinema agleam adj bright with a steady but subdued shining gleaming aglet n metal or plastic sheath over the end of a shoelace or ribbon aglet n ornamental tagged cord or braid on the shoulder of a uniform aglitter adj having brief brilliant points or flashes of light coruscant,glinting,glittering,glittery,scintillating,sparkly aglow adj softly bright or radiant lambent,lucent,luminous agnatha n superclass of eel-shaped chordates lacking jaws and pelvic fins: lampreys; hagfishes; some extinct forms agnathan n eel-shaped vertebrate without jaws or paired appendages including the cyclostomes and some extinct forms agnostic n someone who is doubtful or noncommittal about something doubter agnostic n a person who claims that they cannot have true knowledge about the existence of God (but does not deny that God might exist) agnostic adj of or pertaining to an agnostic or agnosticism agnostic adj uncertain of all claims to knowledge ago adj gone by; or in the past ago adv in the past agog adj highly excited by eagerness, curiosity, etc. agonal adj pertaining to or associated with agony (especially death agonies) agonist n the principal character in a work of fiction protagonist agonist n someone involved in a contest or battle (as in an agon) antagonist agonist n a muscle that contracts while another relaxes agonist n (biochemistry) a drug that can combine with a receptor on a cell to produce a physiological reaction agonize v cause to agonize agonize v suffer agony or anguish agonized adj expressing pain or agony agonizing adj extremely painful excruciating,harrowing,torturing,torturous agonizingly adv in a very painful manner excruciatingly agony n intense feelings of suffering; acute mental or physical pain torment,torture agony n a state of acute pain suffering agora n 100 agorot equal 1 shekel in Israel agora n the marketplace in ancient Greece agora n a place of assembly for the people in ancient Greece agoraphobia n a morbid fear of open spaces (as fear of being caught alone in some public place) agra n a city in northern India; former capital of the Mogul empire; site of the Taj Mahal agrarian adj relating to farming or agriculture agricultural,farming agree v be in accord; be in agreement hold,concur,concord disagree agree v consent or assent to a condition, or agree to do something agree v be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics match,fit,correspond,check,jibe,gibe,tally disagree agree v go together harmonize,consort,accord,concord agreeable adj conforming to your own liking or feelings or nature disagreeable agreeable adj in keeping accordant,consonant,concordant agreeable adj prepared to agree or consent agreed adj united by being of the same opinion agreement n the statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises understanding agreement n compatibility of observations correspondence agreement n harmony of people's opinions or actions or characters accord disagreement agreement n the thing arranged or agreed to arrangement agricultural adj relating to or used in or promoting agriculture or farming agricultural adj relating to farming or agriculture agrarian,farming agriculturalist n someone concerned with the science or art or business of cultivating the soil grower,raiser agriculture n a large-scale farming enterprise agriculture n the practice of cultivating the land or raising stock farming,husbandry agriculture n the federal department that administers programs that provide services to farmers (including research and soil conservation and efforts to s usda agriculture n the class of people engaged in growing food agrippa n Roman general who commanded the fleet that defeated the forces of Antony and Cleopatra at Actium (63-12 BC) agronomist n an expert in soil management and field-crop production agronomy n the application of soil and plant sciences to land management and crop production aground adj stuck in a place where a ship can no longer float afloat aground adv with the bottom lodged on the ground agua n largest known toad species; native to Central America; valuable destroyer of insect pests aguacate n a pear-shaped tropical fruit with green or blackish skin and rich yellowish pulp enclosing a single large seed avocado ague n a fit of shivering or shaking ague n successive stages of chills and fever that is a symptom of malaria ague n a mark placed above a vowel to indicate pronunciation acute ahab n according to the Old Testament he was a pagan king of Israel and husband of Jezebel (9th century BC) ahead adj having the leading position or higher score in a contest leading ahead adv at or in the front before ahead adv toward the future; forward in time forward back ahead adv in a forward direction onward,onwards,forward,forwards ahead adv ahead of time; in anticipation beforehand ahem n the utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, war hem ahorse adj traveling on horseback ahorse adv on the back of a horse horseback ai n an agency of the United States Army responsible for providing timely and relevant and accurate and synchronized intelligence to tactical and ai n the branch of computer science that deal with writing computer programs that can solve problems creatively ai n a sloth that has three long claws on each forefoot and each hindfoot ai n the introduction of semen into the oviduct or uterus by some means other than sexual intercourse aid n a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do assistance,help aid n the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose assist,assistance,help aid n gift of money or other material help to support a person or cause assistance aid n the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something care,attention,tending aid v give help or assistance; be of service help,assist aid v improve the condition of help aide n an officer who acts as military assistant to a more senior officer adjutant aide n someone who acts as assistant auxiliary aided adj having help; often used as a combining form assisted aides n (Greek mythology) the god of the underworld in ancient mythology; brother of Zeus and husband of Persephone hades aids n a serious (often fatal) disease of the immune system transmitted through blood products especially by sexual contact or contaminated needles aiken n United States writer (1889-1973) ail n aromatic bulb used as seasoning garlic ail v be ill or unwell ail v cause bodily suffering to and make sick or indisposed trouble,pain aileron n an airfoil that controls lateral motion ailing adj somewhat ill or prone to illness peaked,poorly,sickly,unwell,seedy ailment n an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining complaint,ill aim n an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions purpose,intent,intention,design aim n the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) object,objective,target aim n the action of directing something at an object aim n the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies bearing,heading aim v point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards take,train,direct aim v propose or intend purpose,purport,propose aim v move into a desired direction of discourse drive,get aim v specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public calculate,direct aimless adj aimlessly drifting adrift,afloat,directionless,rudderless aimless adj continually changing especially as from one abode or occupation to another drifting,floating,vagabond,vagrant aimlessly adv without aim; in an aimless manner air n a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of air n the region above the ground air n a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing aura,atmosphere air n a slight wind (usually refreshing) breeze,zephyr air v expose to fresh air air v be broadcast air v broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television send,broadcast,beam,transmit air v make public publicize,publicise,bare airborne adj moved or conveyed by or through air aircraft n a vehicle that can fly aircrew n the crew of an aircraft airdrop n delivery of supplies or equipment or personnel by dropping them by parachute from an aircraft aired adj open to or abounding in fresh air airy airedale n breed of large wiry-coated terrier bred in Yorkshire airfare n the fare charged for traveling by airplane airfield n a place where planes take off and land field airfoil n a device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight surface airframe n the framework and covering of an airplane or rocket (excluding the engines) airfreight v transport (cargo) by air airhead n a flighty scatterbrained simpleton airhead n a bridgehead seized by airborne troops airing n the opening of a subject to widespread discussion and debate dissemination,spreading airing n a short excursion (a walk or ride) in the open air airing n the act of supplying fresh air and getting rid of foul air ventilation airless adj lacking fresh air close,stuffy airlift n transportation of people or goods by air (especially when other means of access are unavailable) lift airlift v fly people or goods to or from places not accessible by other means lift airline n a hose that carries air under pressure airline n a commercial enterprise that provides scheduled flights for passengers airway airliner n a commercial airplane that carries passengers airlock n a chamber that provides access to space where air is under pressure airmail n letters and packages that are transported by aircraft airmail n a system of conveying mail by aircraft airmail v send or transport by airmail airman n someone who operates an aircraft aviator,flier,flyer airplane n an aircraft that has a fixed wing and is powered by propellers or jets aeroplane,plane airport n an airfield equipped with control tower and hangars as well as accommodations for passengers and cargo aerodrome airs n affected manners intended to impress others pose airship n a steerable self-propelled aircraft dirigible airspace n the space in the atmosphere immediately above the earth airspace n the atmosphere above a nation that is deemed to be under its jurisdiction airspeed n the speed of an aircraft relative to the air in which it is flying airstrip n an airfield without normal airport facilities strip airtight adj having no weak points airtight adj not allowing air or gas to pass in or out airway n a duct that provides ventilation (as in mines) airway n a designated route followed by airplanes in flying from one airport to another skyway airway n the passages through which air enters and leaves the body airway n a commercial enterprise that provides scheduled flights for passengers airline airworthiness n fitness to fly airworthy adj (of aircraft) fit to fly airy adj open to or abounding in fresh air aired airy adj not practical or realizable; speculative impractical,visionary,laputan,windy airy adj having little or no perceptible weight; so light as to resemble air airy adj characterized by lightness and insubstantiality; as impalpable or intangible as air aerial,ethereal aisle n a long narrow passage (as in a cave or woods) aisle n passageway between seating areas as in an auditorium or passenger vehicle or between areas of shelves of goods as in stores gangway aisle n part of a church divided laterally from the nave proper by rows of pillars or columns aix n wood duck and mandarin duck ajar adj slightly open ajax n a mythical Greek hero; a warrior who fought against Troy in the Iliad akan n a Kwa language spoken in Ghana and the Ivory Coast akha n a Loloish language hani akhenaten n early ruler of Egypt who rejected the old gods and replaced them with sun worship (died in 1358 BC) akimbo adj (used of arms and legs) bent outward with the joint away from the body akimbo adv with hands on hips and elbows extending outward akin adj similar in quality or character kindred akin adj related by blood cognate,kin akkadian n an ancient branch of the Semitic languages akron n a city in northeastern Ohio; the heart of the United States rubber industry al n a silvery ductile metallic element found primarily in bauxite aluminum,aluminium al n a state in the southeastern United States on the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War alabama ala n a flat wing-shaped process or winglike part of an organism ala n a wing of an insect alabama n a state in the southeastern United States on the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War al alabama n a member of the Muskhogean people formerly living in what is now the state of Alabama alabama n a river in Alabama formed by the confluence of the Coosa and Tallapoosa Rivers near Montgomery; flows southwestward to become a tributary of alabama n the Muskhogean language of the Alabama alabaman n a native or resident of Alabama alabaster n a compact fine-textured, usually white gypsum used for carving alabaster n a hard compact kind of calcite alabaster n a very light white alabaster adj of or resembling alabaster alacrity n liveliness and eagerness smartness aladdin n in the Arabian Nights a boy who acquires a magic lamp from which he can summon a genie alalia n paralysis of the vocal cords resulting in an inability to speak alamo n a siege and massacre at a mission in San Antonio in 1836; Mexican forces under Santa Anna besieged and massacred American rebels who were fi alanine n a crystalline amino acid that occurs in many proteins alar n a chemical sprayed on fruit trees to regulate their growth so the entire crop can be harvested at one time alar adj of or relating to the axil alar adj having or resembling wings alaric n king of the Visigoths who captured Rome in 410 (370-410) alarm n fear resulting from the awareness of danger dismay,consternation alarm n a device that signals the occurrence of some undesirable event alarm n an automatic signal (usually a sound) warning of danger alert,alarum alarm n a clock that wakes a sleeper at some preset time alarm v fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised dismay,appall,horrify alarm v warn or arouse to a sense of danger or call to a state of preparedness alert alarmed adj experiencing a sudden sense of danger alarming adj frightening because of an awareness of danger alarmingly adv in an alarming manner alarmist n a person who alarms others needlessly alarum n an automatic signal (usually a sound) warning of danger alarm,alert alas adv by bad luck unfortunately,regrettably alaska n a state in northwestern North America; the 49th state admitted to the union alaskan n a native or resident of Alaska alaskan adj relating to or characteristic of the state or people of Alaska alb n a white linen liturgical vestment with sleeves; worn by priests albacore n relatively small tuna with choice white flesh; major source of canned tuna albacore n large pelagic tuna the source of most canned tuna; reaches 93 pounds and has long pectoral fins; found worldwide in tropical and temperate w albania n a republic in southeastern Europe on the Adriatic coast of the Balkan Peninsula albanian n a native or inhabitant of Albania albanian n the Indo-European language spoken by the people of Albania albanian adj of or relating to Albania or its people or language or culture albany n state capital of New York; located in eastern New York State on the west bank of the Hudson river albany n a town in southwest Georgia; processing center for peanuts and pecans albatross n (figurative) something that hinders or handicaps millstone albatross n large web-footed birds of the southern hemisphere having long narrow wings; noted for powerful gliding flight albee n United States dramatist (1928-) albers n United States painter born in Germany; works characterized by simple geometrical patterns in various colors (1888-1976) albert n prince consort of Queen Victoria of England (1819-1861) alberta n one of the three prairie provinces in western Canada; rich in oil and natural gas and minerals albino n a person with congenital albinism: white hair and milky skin; eyes are usually pink albion n archaic name for England or Great Britain; used poetically album n one or more recordings issued together; originally released on 12-inch phonograph records (usually with attractive record covers) and later album n a book of blank pages with pockets or envelopes; for organizing photographs or stamp collections etc albumin n a simple water-soluble protein found in many animal tissues and liquids albuquerque n the largest city in New Mexico; located in central New Mexico on the Rio Grande river alcazar n any of various Spanish fortresses or palaces built by the Moors alchemist n one who was versed in the practice of alchemy and who sought an elixir of life and a panacea and an alkahest and the philosopher's stone alchemy n the way two individuals relate to each other chemistry alchemy n a pseudoscientific forerunner of chemistry in medieval times alcohol n a liquor or brew containing alcohol as the active agent alcohol n any of a series of volatile hydroxyl compounds that are made from hydrocarbons by distillation alcoholic n a person who drinks alcohol to excess habitually boozer,lush,soaker,souse alcoholic adj characteristic of or containing alcohol nonalcoholic alcoholic adj addicted to alcohol alcoholism n habitual intoxication; prolonged and excessive intake of alcoholic drinks leading to a breakdown in health and an addiction to alcohol such drunkenness alcoholism n an intense persistent desire to drink alcoholic beverages to excess alcove n a small recess opening off a larger room bay aldebaran n the brightest star in Taurus alder n wood of any of various alder trees; resistant to underwater rot; used for bridges etc alder n north temperate shrubs or trees having toothed leaves and conelike fruit; bark is used in tanning and dyeing and the wood is rot-resistant alderman n a member of a municipal legislative body (as a city council) aldermanic adj of or relating to or like an alderman ale n a general name for beer made with a top fermenting yeast; in some of the United States an ale is (by law) a brew of more than 4% alcohol by aleatory adj dependent on chance alee adv on or toward the lee alehouse n a tavern where ale is sold alep n a city in northwestern Syria aleppo aleph n the 1st letter of the Hebrew alphabet aleppo n a city in northwestern Syria alep alert n condition of heightened watchfulness or preparation for action alert n a warning serves to make you more alert to danger alerting alert n an automatic signal (usually a sound) warning of danger alarm,alarum alert v warn or arouse to a sense of danger or call to a state of preparedness alarm alert adj engaged in or accustomed to close observation watchful alert adj quick and energetic brisk,lively,merry,rattling,snappy,spanking,zippy alert adj mentally perceptive and responsive alive,awake alerting n a state of readiness to respond alertness alerting n a warning serves to make you more alert to danger alert alertly adv in mentally perceptive and responsive way alertness n the process of paying close and continuous attention vigilance alertness n a state of readiness to respond alerting alertness n lively attentiveness aleut n a member of the people inhabiting the Aleutian Islands and southwestern Alaska aleutian aleut n a community of Native Americans who speak an Eskimo-Aleut language and inhabit the Aleutian Islands and southwestern Alaska aleut n the language spoken by the Aleut aleutian n a member of the people inhabiting the Aleutian Islands and southwestern Alaska aleut aleutian adj of or relating to the Aleut or their language or culture alewife n flesh of shad-like fish abundant along the Atlantic coast or in coastal streams alewife n shad-like food fish that runs rivers to spawn; often salted or smoked; sometimes placed in genus Pomolobus alexander n European herb somewhat resembling celery widely naturalized in Britain coastal regions and often cultivated as a potherb alexanders alexander n king of Macedon; conqueror of Greece and Egypt and Persia; founder of Alexandria (356-323 BC) alexanders n European herb somewhat resembling celery widely naturalized in Britain coastal regions and often cultivated as a potherb alexander alexandria n a town in Louisiana on the Red River alexandria n the chief port of Egypt; located on the western edge of the Nile delta on the Mediterranean Sea; founded by Alexander the Great; the capital alexandrine n (prosody) a line of verse that has six iambic feet alexia n inability to perceive written words alfalfa n important European leguminous forage plant with trifoliate leaves and blue-violet flowers grown widely as a pasture and hay crop lucerne alfalfa n leguminous plant grown for hay or forage alfred n king of Wessex; defeated the Vikings and encouraged writing in English (849-899) alga n primitive chlorophyll-containing mainly aquatic eukaryotic organisms lacking true stems and roots and leaves algae algae n primitive chlorophyll-containing mainly aquatic eukaryotic organisms lacking true stems and roots and leaves alga algal adj of or relating to alga algebra n the mathematics of generalized arithmetical operations algebraic adj of or relating to algebra algebraically adv in an algebraic manner algeria n a republic in northwestern Africa on the Mediterranean Sea with a population that is predominantly Sunni Muslim; colonized by France in the algerian n a native or inhabitant of Algeria algerian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Algeria or its inhabitants algiers n an ancient port on the Mediterranean; the capital and largest city of Algeria algol n the second brightest star in Perseus; the first known eclipsing binary algol n (from a combination of ALGOrithmic and Language); a programming language used to express computer programs as algorithms algonquian n a member of any of the North American Indian groups speaking an Algonquian language and originally living in the subarctic regions of easter algonquin algonquian n family of North American Indian languages spoken from Labrador to South Carolina and west to the Great Plains algonquin algonquian adj of or relating to an Algonquian tribe or its people or language algonquin algonquin n a member of any of the North American Indian groups speaking an Algonquian language and originally living in the subarctic regions of easter algonquian algonquin n family of North American Indian languages spoken from Labrador to South Carolina and west to the Great Plains algonquian algonquin adj of or relating to an Algonquian tribe or its people or language algonquian algorithm n a precise rule (or set of rules) specifying how to solve some problem algorithmic adj of or relating to or having the characteristics of an algorithm heuristic alhambra n a fortified Moorish palace built near Granada by Muslim kings in the Middle Ages ali n United States prizefighter who won the world heavyweight championship three times (born in 1942) ali n the fourth caliph of Islam who is considered to be the first caliph by Shiites; he was a cousin and son-in-law of Muhammad; after his assass alias n a name that has been assumed temporarily alias adv as known or named at another time or place alibi n (law) a defense by an accused person purporting to show that he or she could not have committed the crime in question alibi n a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc. excuse alibi v exonerate by means of an alibi alidade n surveying instrument consisting of the upper movable part of a theodolite including the telescope and its attachments alidade n surveying instrument used with a plane table for drawing lines of sight on a distant object and for measuring angles alien n a person who comes from a foreign country; someone who does not owe allegiance to your country foreigner alien n anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found stranger,unknown alien n a form of life assumed to exist outside the Earth or its atmosphere extraterrestrial alien v transfer property or ownership alienate alien adj not contained in or deriving from the essential nature of something foreign alien adj being or from or characteristic of another place or part of the world exotic alienable adj transferable to another owner inalienable alienate v arouse hostility or indifference in where there had formerly been love, affection, or friendliness estrange,disaffect alienate v transfer property or ownership alien alienate v make withdrawn or isolated or emotionally dissociated alienated adj socially disoriented anomic,disoriented alienated adj caused to be unloved estranged alienating adj causing hostility or loss of friendliness alienation n the feeling of being alienated from other people disaffection,estrangement alienation n separation resulting from hostility estrangement alienation n (law) the voluntary and absolute transfer of title and possession of real property from one person to another alienation n the action of alienating; the action of causing to become unfriendly alight v to come to rest, settle light,perch alight v come down alight adj lighted up by or as by fire or flame ablaze,afire,aflame,aflare align v place in a line or arrange so as to be parallel or straight aline,adjust skew align v be or come into adjustment with align v align oneself with a group or a way of thinking array align v bring (components or parts) into proper or desirable coordination correlation coordinate aligned adj brought into agreement or cooperation on the side of a faction, party, or cause aligned adj in a straight line aligning adj causing to fall into line or into position positioning alignment n an organization of people (or countries) involved in a pact or treaty alliance,coalition alignment n the spatial property possessed by an arrangement or position of things in a straight line or in parallel lines alignment n (astronomy) apparent meeting or passing of two or more celestial bodies in the same degree of the zodiac conjunction alignment n the act of adjusting or aligning the parts of a device in relation to each other alike adj having the same or similar characteristics similar,like unalike alike adv equally likewise alike adv in a like manner alimentary adj of or providing nourishment nourishing,nutrient,nutritious,nutritive alimony n court-ordered support paid by one spouse to another after they are separated maintenance aline v place in a line or arrange so as to be parallel or straight align,adjust alive adj possessing life live dead alive adj (often followed by `with') full of life and spirit alive adj having life or vigor or spirit animated alive adj (followed by `to' or `of') aware of aliveness n the condition of living or the state of being alive animation,life,living aliveness n the property of being animated; having animal life as distinguished from plant life aliyah n (Judaism) the honor of being called up to the reading desk in the synagogue to read from the Torah aliyah n (Judaism) immigration of Jews to Israel alkahest n hypothetical universal solvent once sought by alchemists alkali n any of various water-soluble compounds capable of turning litmus blue and reacting with an acid to form a salt and water base alkali n a mixture of soluble salts found in arid soils and some bodies of water; detrimental to agriculture alkaline adj relating to or containing an alkali; having a pH greater than 7 acidic alkalinity n pH values above 7 acidity alkaloid n natural bases containing nitrogen found in plants alkaloidal adj pertaining to or consisting of alkaloids alkene n any unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon olefin all adj (quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class some,no all adj completely given to or absorbed by all adv to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') wholly,entirely,completely,totally,altogether,whole,right allah n Muslim name for the one and only God allay v lessen the intensity of or calm still,relieve,ease allay v satisfy (thirst) quench,assuage allegation n (law) a formal accusation against somebody (often in a court of law) allegation n statements affirming or denying certain matters of fact that you are prepared to prove allege v report or maintain aver,say alleged adj declared but not proved alleged adj doubtful or suspect supposed allegedly adv according to what has been alleged allegheny n a river that rises in Pennsylvania and flows north into New York and then back south through Pennsylvania again to join the Monongahela Rive allegiance n the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action commitment,loyalty,dedication allegiance n the loyalty that citizens owe to their country (or subjects to their sovereign) fealty allegorical adj used in or characteristic of or containing allegory allegory n a short moral story (often with animal characters) fable,parable allegory n a visible symbol representing an abstract idea emblem allegory n an expressive style that uses fictional characters and events to describe some subject by suggestive resemblances; an extended metaphor allegro n a brisk and lively tempo allegro n a musical composition or musical passage to be performed quickly in a brisk lively manner allegro adj (of tempo) fast allegro adv in a quick and lively tempo allele n (genetics) either of a pair (or series) of alternative forms of a gene that can occupy the same locus on a particular chromosome and that co allelic adj of or relating to alleles allen n United States comedienne remembered as the confused but imperturbable partner of her husband, George Burns (1906-1964) gracie allen n United States filmmaker and comic actor (1935-) allen n a soldier of the American Revolution whose troops helped capture Fort Ticonderoga from the British (1738-1789) allergen n any substance that can cause an allergy allergenic adj relating to or having the effect of an allergen allergic adj characterized by or caused by allergy allergic adj having an allergy or peculiar or excessive susceptibility (especially to a specific factor) hypersensitive,sensitized allergist n a physician skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of allergies allergy n hypersensitivity reaction to a particular allergen; symptoms can vary greatly in intensity alleviate v provide physical relief, as from pain relieve,assuage alleviate v make easier facilitate,ease alleviated adj (of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear eased,relieved alleviation n the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced relief,assuagement alleviation n the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance) easing,easement,relief alley n a narrow street with walls on both sides alleyway alley n a lane down which a bowling ball is rolled toward pins alleyway n a narrow street with walls on both sides alley allgood n European plant naturalized in North America; often collected from the wild as a potherb alliance n the state of being allied or confederated confederation alliance n a connection based on kinship or marriage or common interest bond alliance n an organization of people (or countries) involved in a pact or treaty coalition,alignment alliance n a formal agreement establishing an association or alliance between nations or other groups to achieve a particular aim allied adj related by common characteristics or ancestry allied adj of or relating to or denoting the Allies in World War II allied adj of or relating to or denoting the Allies in World War I allied adj united in a confederacy or league confederate allies n the alliance of nations that fought the Axis in World War II and which (with subsequent additions) signed the charter of the United Nations allies n in World War I the alliance of Great Britain and France and Russia and all the other nations that became allied with them in opposing the Ce allies n an alliance of nations joining together to fight a common enemy alligator n leather made from alligator's hide alligator n either of two amphibious reptiles related to crocodiles but with shorter broader snouts gator alligator v crack and acquire the appearance of alligator hide, as from weathering or improper application; of paint and varnishes alliteration n use of the same consonant at the beginning of each stressed syllable in a line of verse alliterative adj having the same consonant at the beginning of each stressed syllable allocate v distribute according to a plan or set apart for a special purpose apportion allocation n a share set aside for a specific purpose allotment allocation n the act of distributing by allotting or apportioning; distribution according to a plan allotment,apportionment,apportioning,parceling allocation n (computer science) the assignment of particular areas of a magnetic disk to particular data or instructions allocator n a person with authority to allot or deal out or apportion distributor allograph n a variant form of a grapheme, as `m' or `M' or a handwritten version of that grapheme allograph n a signature written by one person for another allomorph n any of several different crystalline forms of the same chemical compound allomorph n a variant phonological representation of a morpheme allophone n (linguistics) any of various acoustically different forms of the same phoneme allot v give out assign,portion allot v allow to have accord,grant allot v administer or bestow, as in small portions distribute,administer,deal,lot,dispense allotment n a share set aside for a specific purpose allocation allotment n the act of distributing by allotting or apportioning; distribution according to a plan apportionment,apportioning,allocation,parceling allotrope n a structurally different form of an element allotted adj given as a task allow v make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen let,permit allow v consent to, give permission permit,let,countenance disallow allow v let have grant deny allow v give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause appropriate,earmark,reserve allowable adj deductible according to the tax laws allowable adj that may be permitted especially as according to rule permissible allowable adj deserving to be allowed or considered allowance n an amount allowed or granted (as during a given period) allowance n a sum granted as reimbursement for expenses allowance n an amount added or deducted on the basis of qualifying circumstances adjustment allowance n a permissible difference; allowing some freedom to move within limits leeway,margin,tolerance allowance v put on a fixed allowance, as of food alloy n a mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other metal alloy n the state of impairing the quality or reducing the value of something admixture alloy v lower in value by increasing the base-metal content debase alloy v make an alloy of allspice n aromatic West Indian tree that produces allspice berries allspice n deciduous shrubs having aromatic bark; eastern China; southwestern and eastern United States allspice n ground dried berrylike fruit of a West Indian allspice tree; suggesting combined flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg and cloves allude v make a more or less disguised reference to touch,advert allure n the power to entice or attract through personal charm allurement allure v dispose or incline or entice to tempt allurement n attractiveness allurement n the power to entice or attract through personal charm allure allurement n the act of enticing a person to do something wrong (as an offer of sex in return for money) solicitation alluring adj highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire beguiling,enticing,tempting allusion n passing reference or indirect mention allusive adj characterized by indirect references alluvial adj of or relating to alluvium alluvium n clay or silt or gravel carried by rushing streams and deposited where the stream slows down ally n a friendly nation ally n an associate who provides cooperation or assistance friend ally v become an ally or associate, as by a treaty or marriage almanac n an annual publication including weather forecasts and other miscellaneous information arranged according to the calendar of a given year almanac n an annual publication containing tabular information in a particular field or fields arranged according to the calendar of a given year almighty n terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God godhead,lord,creator,maker,divine,jehovah almighty adj having unlimited power omnipotent almond n small bushy deciduous tree native to Asia and North Africa having pretty pink blossoms and highly prized edible nuts enclosed in a hard gree almond n oval-shaped edible seed of the almond tree almoner n an official in a British hospital who looks after the social and material needs of the patients almost adv (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but about,most,nearly,near,nigh,virtually alms n money or goods contributed to the poor aloe n succulent plants having rosettes of leaves usually with fiber like hemp and spikes of showy flowers; found chiefly in Africa aloft adv at or on or to the masthead or upper rigging of a ship aloft adv upward aloft adv at or to great height; high up in or into the air aloft adv in the higher atmosphere above the earth aloha n an acknowledgment that can be used to say hello or goodbye (aloha is Hawaiian and ciao is Italian) ciao alone adj isolated from others alone adj lacking companions or companionship lone,lonely,solitary alone adj exclusive of anyone or anything else only alone adj radically distinctive and without equal unique,unequaled,unparalleled alone adv without any others being included or involved entirely,exclusively,solely,only alone adv without anybody else or anything else solo,unaccompanied along adv with a forward motion on along adv in accompaniment or as a companion along adv to a more advanced state along adv in addition (usually followed by `with') alongside adv side by side aboard alonso n Cuban dancer and choreographer (born in 1921) aloof adj remote in manner distant,upstage aloof adv in an aloof manner aloofness n indifference by personal withdrawal distance aloofness n a disposition to be distant and unsympathetic in manner remoteness aloud adv using the voice; not silently aloud adv with relatively high volume loudly,loud alp n any high mountain alpaca n wool of the alpaca alpaca n a thin glossy fabric made of the wool of the Lama pacos, or made of a rayon or cotton imitation of that wool alpaca n domesticated llama with long silky fleece; believed to be a domesticated variety of the guanaco alpha n the 1st letter of the Greek alphabet alpha n the beginning of a series or sequence alpha adj first in order of importance alpha adj early testing stage of a software or hardware product alphabet n a character set that includes letters and is used to write a language alphabet n the elementary stages of any subject (usually plural) rudiments,abc,abc's alphabetic adj relating to or expressed by a writing system that uses an alphabet alphabetical alphabetic adj arranged in order according to the alphabet alphabetical alphabetical adj relating to or expressed by a writing system that uses an alphabet alphabetic alphabetical adj arranged in order according to the alphabet alphabetic alphabetically adv in alphabetical order alphabetization n the act of putting in alphabetical order alphabetize v arrange in alphabetical order alphabetize v provide with an alphabet alphabetized adj having been put in alphabetical order alphanumeric adj of or pertaining to alphanumeric characters alphanumerical alphanumerical adj of or pertaining to alphanumeric characters alphanumeric alpine adj relating to or characteristic of alps alpine adj relating to the Alps and their inhabitants alpine adj living or growing above the timber line alps n a large mountain system in south-central Europe; scenic beauty and winter sports make them a popular tourist attraction already adv prior to a specified or implied time alright adj nonstandard usage alright adv without doubt (used to reinforce an assertion) alright adv an expression of agreement normally occurring at the beginning of a sentence fine,ok alright adv in a satisfactory or adequate manner okay als n thickening of tissue in the motor tracts of the lateral columns and anterior horns of the spinal cord; results in progressive muscle atrophy alsace n a region of northeastern France famous for its wines alsatian n a native or inhabitant of Alsace alsatian n breed of large shepherd dogs used in police work and as a guide for the blind alsatian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Alsace or its inhabitants also adv in addition besides,too,likewise alt n angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object) elevation,el,altitude altaic n any member of the peoples speaking a language in the Altaic language group altaic n a group of related languages spoken in Asia and southeastern Europe altaic adj of or pertaining to or written in Altaic altair n double star 15.7 light years from Earth; the brightest star in the Aquila constellation altar n the table in Christian churches where communion is given altar n a raised structure on which gifts or sacrifices to a god are made altarpiece n a painted or carved screen placed above and behind an altar or communion table alter v cause to change; make different; cause a transformation change,modify alter v become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence change,vary alter v make an alteration to alter v insert words into texts, often falsifying it thereby interpolate,falsify alteration n an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another change,modification alteration n the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment) modification,adjustment alteration n the act of revising or altering (involving reconsideration and modification) revision altercation n noisy quarrel affray,fracas altered adj changed in form or character without becoming something else unaltered altered adj having testicles or ovaries removed neutered altered adj changed in order to improve or made more fit for a particular purpose adapted altering n the sterilization of an animal neutering,fixing alternate n someone who takes the place of another person surrogate,replacement alternate v go back and forth; swing back and forth between two states or conditions jump alternate v exchange people temporarily to fulfill certain jobs and functions alternate v be an understudy or alternate for a role understudy alternate v reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action) interchange,tack,switch,flip alternate adj every second one of a series alternate adj serving or used in place of another alternative,substitute alternate adj occurring by turns; first one and then the other alternating alternate adj of leaves and branches etc; first on one side and then on the other in two ranks along an axis; not paired opposite alternately adv in an alternating sequence or position alternating adj (of a current) reversing direction direct alternating adj occurring by turns; first one and then the other alternate alternation n successive change from one thing or state to another and back again alternative n one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen option,choice alternative adj serving or used in place of another alternate,substitute alternative adj necessitating a choice between mutually exclusive possibilities alternative adj pertaining to unconventional choices alternatively adv in place of, or as an alternative to instead alternator n an old term for an electric generator that produces alternating current (especially in automobiles) althea n any of various plants of the genus Althaea; similar to but having smaller flowers than genus Alcea hollyhock altimeter n an instrument that measures the height above ground; used in navigation altitude n elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface height altitude n the perpendicular distance from the base of a geometric figure to the opposite vertex (or side if parallel) altitude n angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object) elevation,el,alt alto n a singer whose voice lies in the alto clef alto n the lowest female singing voice alto n the highest adult male singing voice countertenor alto n (of a musical instrument) the second highest instrument in a family of musical instruments alto adj of or being the lowest female voice alto adj of or being the highest male voice; having a range above that of tenor countertenor alto adj (of a musical instrument) second highest member of a group altogether n informal terms for nakedness raw altogether adv to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') wholly,entirely,completely,totally,all,whole,right altogether adv with everything included or counted altogether adv with everything considered (and neglecting details) altruism n the quality of unselfish concern for the welfare of others selflessness egoism altruistic adj showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others selfless alum n a white crystalline double sulfate of aluminum: the ammonium double sulfate of aluminum alum n a white crystalline double sulfate of aluminum: the potassium double sulfate of aluminum alum n a person who has received a degree from a school (high school or college or university) alumnus,alumna,graduate,grad alum n a double sulphate of aluminum and potassium that is used as an astringent (among other things) alumina n any of various forms of aluminum oxide occurring naturally as corundum aluminium n a silvery ductile metallic element found primarily in bauxite aluminum,al aluminize v cover with aluminum aluminum n a silvery ductile metallic element found primarily in bauxite aluminium,al alumna n a person who has received a degree from a school (high school or college or university) alumnus,alum,graduate,grad alumnus n a person who has received a degree from a school (high school or college or university) alumna,alum,graduate,grad alundum n a substance made of fused alumina alveolar n a consonant articulated with the tip of the tongue near the gum ridge dental alveolar adj pertaining to the tiny air sacs of the lungs alveolar adj pertaining to the sockets of the teeth or that part of the upper jaw always adv at all times; all the time and on every occasion ever always adv without variation or change, in every case constantly,invariably always adv without interruption constantly,forever,perpetually,incessantly always adv at any time or in any event alzheimer's n a progressive form of presenile dementia that is similar to senile dementia except that it usually starts in the 40s or 50s; first symptoms am n a radioactive transuranic metallic element; discovered by bombarding uranium with helium atoms americium am n a master's degree in arts and sciences ma am n modulation of the amplitude of the (radio) carrier wave amah n a woman hired to suckle a child of someone else amah n a female domestic maid,maidservant,housemaid amain adv at full speed; with great haste amain adv with all your strength amalgam n an alloy of mercury with another metal (usually silver) used by dentists to fill cavities in teeth; except for iron and platinum all metals amalgam n a combination or blend of diverse things amalgamate v to bring or combine together or with something else mix,mingle,unify amalgamate adj joined together into a whole amalgamated,coalesced,consolidated,fused amalgamated adj joined together into a whole amalgamate,coalesced,consolidated,fused amalgamation n the combination of two or more commercial companies merger,uniting amanita n genus of widely distributed agarics that have white spores and are poisonous with few exceptions amaranth n seed of amaranth plants used as a native cereal in Central and South America amaranth n any of various plants of the genus Amaranthus having dense plumes of green or red flowers; often cultivated for food amarillo n a city in the northern panhandle of Texas amaryllis n bulbous plant having showy white to reddish flowers amass v collect or gather accumulate,conglomerate,gather amass v get or gather together collect,accumulate,compile,hoard amateur n someone who pursues a study or sport as a pastime amateur n an athlete who does not play for pay professional amateur adj engaged in as a pastime recreational,unpaid amateur adj lacking professional skill or expertise amateurish,unskilled amateurish adj lacking professional skill or expertise amateur,unskilled amateurism n the conviction that people should participate in sports as a hobby (for the fun of it) rather than for money amati n Italian violin maker in Cremona; taught the craft to Guarneri and Stradivari (1596-1684) amati n a violin made by Nicolo Amati or a member of his family amatory adj expressive of or exciting sexual love or romance amorous,romantic amaze v affect with wonder astonish,astound amaze v be a mystery or bewildering to perplex,vex,stick,get,puzzle,mystify,baffle,beat amazed adj filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock astonished,astounded,stunned amazement n the feeling that accompanies something extremely surprising astonishment amazing adj surprising greatly astonishing amazing adj inspiring awe or admiration or wonder awesome,awful,awing amazingly adv in an amazing manner; to everyone's surprise surprisingly,astonishingly amazon n a large strong and aggressive woman virago amazon n (Greek mythology) one of a nation of women warriors of Scythia (who burned off the right breast in order to use a bow and arrow more effecti amazon n a major South American river; arises in the Andes and flows eastward into the South Atlantic; the world's 2nd longest river (4000 miles) amazon n mainly green tropical American parrots ambassador n a diplomat of the highest rank; accredited as representative from one country to another ambassador n an informal representative ambassadorial adj of or relating to or characteristic of ambassadors ambassadorship n the post of ambassador ambassadress n a woman ambassador amber n a deep yellow color gold amber n a hard yellowish to brownish translucent fossil resin; used for jewelry amber adj of a medium to dark brownish yellow color ambergris n waxy substance secreted by the sperm whale and found floating at sea or washed ashore; used in perfume amberjack n any of several amber to coppery fork-tailed warm-water carangid fishes ambiance n a particular environment or surrounding influence atmosphere,ambience ambiance n the atmosphere of an environment ambience ambidextrous adj equally skillful with each hand ambidextrous adj marked by deliberate deceptiveness especially by pretending one set of feelings and acting under the influence of another deceitful,duplicitous ambience n a particular environment or surrounding influence atmosphere,ambiance ambience n the atmosphere of an environment ambiance ambient adj completely enveloping ambiguity n an expression whose meaning cannot be determined from its context ambiguity n unclearness by virtue of having more than one meaning ambiguous adj open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead equivocal ambiguous adj having more than one possible meaning unambiguous ambiguous adj having no intrinsic or objective meaning; not organized in conventional patterns ambition n a cherished desire aspiration,dream ambition n a strong drive for success ambition v have as one's ambition ambitious adj having a strong desire for success or achievement ambitious adj requiring full use of your abilities or resources challenging ambitiously adv with ambition; in an ambitious and energetic manner determinedly ambivalence n mixed feelings or emotions ambivalent adj uncertain or unable to decide about what course to follow ambiversion n (psychology) a balanced disposition intermediate between extroversion and introversion introversion amble n a leisurely walk (usually in some public place) promenade,saunter,stroll amble v walk leisurely mosey ambler n someone who walks at a leisurely pace stroller ambrose n (Roman Catholic Church) Roman priest who became bishop of Milan; the first Church Father born and raised in the Christian faith; composer of ambrosia n a mixture of nectar and pollen prepared by worker bees and fed to larvae ambrosia n any of numerous chiefly North American weedy plants constituting the genus Ambrosia that produce highly allergenic pollen responsible for mu ragweed ambrosia n fruit dessert made of oranges and bananas with shredded coconut ambrosia n (classical mythology) the food and drink of the gods; mortals who ate it became immortal nectar ambrosial adj extremely pleasing to the taste; sweet and fragrant ambrosian ambrosial adj worthy of the gods ambrosian ambrosian adj of or by or relating to Saint Ambrose ambrosian adj extremely pleasing to the taste; sweet and fragrant ambrosial ambrosian adj worthy of the gods ambrosial ambulance n a vehicle that takes people to and from hospitals ambulant adj able to walk about ambulatory ambulate v walk about; not be bedridden or incapable of walking ambulatory n a covered walkway (as in a cloister) ambulatory adj relating to or adapted for walking ambulatory adj able to walk about ambulant ambush n the act of concealing yourself and lying in wait to attack by surprise trap ambush v wait in hiding to attack scupper,bushwhack,waylay,lurk ambush v hunt (quarry) by stalking and ambushing ameba n naked freshwater or marine or parasitic protozoa that form temporary pseudopods for feeding and locomotion amoeba amelia n congenital absence of an arm or leg ameliorate v to make better better,improve,amend ameliorate v get better better,improve amelioration n the act of relieving ills and changing for the better betterment amen n a primeval Egyptian personification of air and breath; worshipped especially at Thebes amon,amun amenable adj disposed or willing to conform amenable adj responsive to suggestions and influences tractable amenable adj open to being acted upon in a certain way amenable adj liable to answer to a higher authority amend v make amendments to amend v to make better better,improve,ameliorate amend v set straight or right rectify,remedy,repair amendable adj capable of being corrected by additions correctable amended adj of legislation unamended amended adj modified for the better amendment n the act of amending or correcting amendment n a statement that is added to or revises or improves a proposal or document (a bill or constitution etc.) amends n a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury damages,indemnity,indemnification,restitution,redress amends n something done or paid in expiation of a wrong reparation amenities n things that make you comfortable and at ease comforts,conveniences amenity n pleasantness resulting from agreeable conditions ament n a cylindrical spikelike inflorescence amentia n extreme mental retardation idiocy amerce v punish with an arbitrary penalty amerce v punish by a fine imposed arbitrarily by the discretion of the court america n North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaii us,usa america n North America and South America and Central America american n a native or inhabitant of the United States american n the English language as used in the United States american n a native or inhabitant of a North American or Central American or South American country american adj of or relating to the United States of America or its people or language or culture american adj of or relating to or characteristic of the continents and islands of the Americas americana n any artifact (such as books or furniture or art) that is distinctive of America americanism n loyalty to the United States and its institutions americanism n an expression that is characteristic of English as spoken by Americans americanism n a custom that is peculiar to the United States or its citizens americanization n assimilation into American culture americanize v make American in character americanize v become American in character americium n a radioactive transuranic metallic element; discovered by bombarding uranium with helium atoms am amerind n any of the languages spoken by Amerindians indian amerind adj of or pertaining to Native Americans or their culture or languages indian amerindian n any member of the peoples living in North or South America before the Europeans arrived amethyst n a transparent purple variety of quartz; used as a gemstone amethyst adj of a moderate purple color amex n a stock exchange in New York curb amiability n a cheerful and agreeable mood amiability n a disposition to be friendly and approachable (easy to talk to) geniality amiable adj disposed to please amiable adj diffusing warmth and friendliness affable,cordial,genial amiably adv in an affable manner affably amicable adj characterized by friendship and good will hostile amicably adv in an amicable manner amide n any organic compound containing the group -CONH2 amidships adv at or near or toward the center of a ship amigo n a friend or comrade amine n a compound derived from ammonia by replacing hydrogen atoms by univalent hydrocarbon radicals amino n the radical -NH2 amino adj pertaining to or containing any of a group of organic compounds of nitrogen derived from ammonia amir n an independent ruler or chieftain (especially in Africa or Arabia) emir amish n an American follower of the Mennonite religion amiss adj not functioning properly awry,haywire,wrong amiss adv away from the correct or expected course awry amiss adv in an improper or mistaken or unfortunate manner amiss adv in an imperfect or faulty way imperfectly amity n a cordial disposition amity n a state of friendship and cordiality amman n the capital and largest city of Jordan ammeter n a meter that measures the flow of electrical current in amperes ammo n projectiles to be fired from a gun ammunition ammonia n a water solution of ammonia ammonia n a pungent gas compounded of nitrogen and hydrogen (NH3) ammonite n one of the coiled chambered fossil shells of extinct mollusks ammonium n the ion NH4 derived from ammonia; behaves in many respects like an alkali metal ion ammunition n projectiles to be fired from a gun ammo ammunition n any nuclear or chemical or biological material that can be used as a weapon of mass destruction ammunition n information that can be used to attack or defend a claim or argument or viewpoint amnesia n partial or total loss of memory blackout amnesiac n a person suffering from amnesia amnesiac adj suffering from a partial loss of memory amnesty n a period during which offenders are exempt from punishment amnesty n a warrant granting release from punishment for an offense pardon amnesty n the formal act of liberating someone pardon amnesty v grant a pardon to (a group of people) amniocentesis n (pregnancy) extraction by centesis of amniotic fluid from a pregnant woman (after the 15th week of pregnancy) to aid in the diagnosis of fet amniotic adj of or related to the amnion or characterized by developing an amnion amoeba n naked freshwater or marine or parasitic protozoa that form temporary pseudopods for feeding and locomotion ameba amoebic adj pertaining to or resembling amoebae amok adj wildly frenzied and out of control amuck,berserk amok adv wildly; without self-control amuck amok adv in a murderous frenzy amuck amon n a primeval Egyptian personification of air and breath; worshipped especially at Thebes amen,amun amor n (Roman mythology) god of love; counterpart of Greek Eros cupid amorally adv without regard for morality amorist n one dedicated to love and lovemaking especially one who writes about love amorous adj inclined toward or displaying love amorous adj expressive of or exciting sexual love or romance amatory,romantic amorousness n a feeling of love or fondness amorousness n the arousal of feelings of sexual desire eroticism amorphous adj having no definite form or distinct shape formless,shapeless amorphous adj lacking the system or structure characteristic of living bodies amorphous adj (of a group of people or an organization) unorganized or unfocused amorphous adj unclear because vague or badly organized amortization n the reduction of the value of an asset by prorating its cost over a period of years amortization n payment of an obligation in a series of installments or transfers amortize v liquidate gradually amos n a Hebrew shepherd and minor prophet amos n an Old Testament book telling Amos's prophecies amount n a quantity of money sum amount n the relative magnitude of something with reference to a criterion amount n how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify measure,quantity amount n a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers sum,total amount v be tantamount or equivalent to amount v add up in number or quantity total,number,come amount v develop into come amour n a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship affair,intimacy,liaison,involvement amoy n any of the forms of Chinese spoken in Fukien province min,taiwanese amp n the basic unit of electric current adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites ampere,a amp n a nucleotide found in muscle cells and important in metabolism; reversibly convertible to ADP and ATP amperage n the strength of an electrical current measured in amperes ampere n a former unit of electric current (slightly smaller than the SI ampere) ampere n the basic unit of electric current adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites amp,a ampersand n a punctuation mark (&) used to represent conjunction (and) amphetamine n a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression upper,speed amphibian n a flat-bottomed motor vehicle that can travel on land or water amphibian n an airplane designed to take off and land on water amphibian n cold-blooded vertebrate typically living on land but breeding in water; aquatic larvae undergo metamorphosis into adult form amphibian adj relating to or characteristic of animals of the class Amphibia amphibious amphibious adj relating to or characteristic of animals of the class Amphibia amphibian amphibious adj operating or living on land and in water aquatic,terrestrial amphibole n a mineral or mineral variety belonging to the amphibole group amphitheater n a sloping gallery with seats for spectators (as in an operating room or theater) amphitheater n an oval large stadium with tiers of seats; an arena in which contests and spectacles are held coliseum amphora n an ancient jar with two handles and a narrow neck; used to hold oil or wine ample adj more than enough in size or scope or capacity meager ample adj affording an abundant supply copious,plentiful,rich ample adj fairly large in size sizable,sizeable amplification n addition of extra material or illustration or clarifying detail elaboration amplification n the amount of increase in signal power or voltage or current expressed as the ratio of output to input gain amplification n (electronics) the act of increasing voltage or power or current amplifier n electronic equipment that increases strength of signals passing through it amplify v increase in size, volume or significance magnify amplify v to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth overstate,exaggerate,overdraw,magnify amplify v exaggerate or make bigger inflate,expand amplify v increase the volume of amplitude n (physics) the maximum displacement of a periodic wave amplitude n the property of copious abundance bounty amplitude n greatness of magnitude amply adv to an ample degree or in an ample manner richly amply adv sufficiently; more than adequately fully amputate v remove surgically amputation n a condition of disability resulting from the loss of one or more limbs amputation n a surgical removal of all or part of a limb amputee n someone who has had a limb removed by amputation amsterdam n an industrial center and the nominal capital of the Netherlands; center of the diamond-cutting industry; seat of an important stock exchange amuck adj wildly frenzied and out of control amok,berserk amuck adv wildly; without self-control amok amuck adv in a murderous frenzy amok amulet n a trinket or piece of jewelry usually hung about the neck and thought to be a magical protection against evil or disease talisman amun n a primeval Egyptian personification of air and breath; worshipped especially at Thebes amen,amon amundsen n Norwegian explorer who was the first to traverse the Northwest Passage and in 1911 the first to reach the South Pole (1872-1928) amuse v occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion divert,disport amuse v make (somebody) laugh amused adj pleasantly occupied diverted,entertained amusement n a feeling of delight at being entertained amusement n an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention entertainment amusing adj providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining diverting amusing adj arousing or provoking laughter comic,comical,funny,laughable amusingly adv in an entertaining and amusing manner amygdala n an almond-shaped neural structure in the anterior part of the temporal lobe of the cerebrum; intimately connected with the hypothalamus and amyloid n a non-nitrogenous food substance consisting chiefly of starch; any substance resembling starch amyloid n (pathology) a waxy translucent complex protein resembling starch that results from degeneration of tissue amyloid adj resembling starch starchlike amylum n a complex carbohydrate found chiefly in seeds, fruits, tubers, roots and stem pith of plants, notably in corn, potatoes, wheat, and rice; an starch an n an associate degree in nursing ana n mother of the ancient Irish gods; sometimes identified with Danu ana n a collection of anecdotes about a person or place anabaptism n a Protestant movement in the 16th century that believed in the primacy of the Bible, baptised only believers, not infants, and believed in c anabaptist n adherent of Anabaptism anabolic adj of or related to the synthetic phase of metabolism anabolic adj characterized by or promoting constructive metabolism anachronism n something located at a time when it could not have existed or occurred anachronism n an artifact that belongs to another time anachronism n a person who seems to be displaced in time; who belongs to another age anachronistic adj chronologically misplaced anaconda n large arboreal boa of tropical South America anadromous adj migrating from the sea to fresh water to spawn anaerobe n an organism (especially a bacterium) that does not require air or free oxygen to live anaerobic adj living or active in the absence of free oxygen aerobic anaerobic adj not aerobic aerobic anaesthesia n loss of bodily sensation with or without loss of consciousness anesthesia anaesthetic n a drug that causes temporary loss of bodily sensations anesthetic anaesthetic adj relating to or producing insensibility anesthetic anaesthetic adj characterized by insensibility anesthetic anagram n a word or phrase spelled by rearranging the letters of another word or phrase anagram v read letters out of order to discover a hidden meaning anagrams n a game whose object is to form words from a group of randomly chosen letters anaheim n a city in southern California (southeast of Los Angeles); site of Disneyland anal adj of or related to the anus anal adj a stage in psychosexual development when the child's interest is concentrated on the anal region; fixation at this stage is said to result i oral analgesic n a medicine used to relieve pain painkiller analgesic adj capable of relieving pain analog n something having the property of being analogous to something else analogue,parallel analog adj of a circuit or device having an output that is proportional to the input analogue,linear analogous adj similar or equivalent in some respects though otherwise dissimilar correspondent analogous adj corresponding in function but not in evolutionary origin homologous analogue n something having the property of being analogous to something else analog,parallel analogue adj of a circuit or device having an output that is proportional to the input analog,linear digital analogy n an inference that if things agree in some respects they probably agree in others analogy n drawing a comparison in order to show a similarity in some respect analogy n the religious belief that between creature and creator no similarity can be found so great but that the dissimilarity is always greater; any analysand n a person undergoing psychoanalysis analysis n an investigation of the component parts of a whole and their relations in making up the whole analysis n the abstract separation of a whole into its constituent parts in order to study the parts and their relations synthesis analysis n a form of literary criticism in which the structure of a piece of writing is analyzed analysis n the use of closed-class words instead of inflections: e.g., `the father of the bride' instead of `the bride's father' analyst n someone who is skilled at analyzing data analyst n an expert who studies financial data (on credit or securities or sales or financial patterns etc.) and recommends appropriate business actio analyst n a licensed practitioner of psychoanalysis psychoanalyst analytic adj using or subjected to a methodology using algebra and calculus analytic adj using or skilled in using analysis (i.e., separating a whole--intellectual or substantial--into its elemental parts or basic principles) analytical synthetic analytic adj expressing a grammatical category by using two or more words rather than inflection synthetic analytic adj of a proposition that is necessarily true independent of fact or experience analytical synthetic analytical adj using or skilled in using analysis (i.e., separating a whole--intellectual or substantial--into its elemental parts or basic principles) analytic analytical adj of a proposition that is necessarily true independent of fact or experience analytic analytically adv by virtue of analysis analyzable adj capable of being partitioned analyze v consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning study,examine,canvass analyze v make a mathematical, chemical, or grammatical analysis of; break down into components or essential features dissect synthesize analyze v break down into components or essential features analyze v subject to psychoanalytic treatment analyzed adj examined carefully and methodically; broken down for consideration of constituent parts analyzer n an instrument that performs analyses anapest n a metrical unit with unstressed-unstressed-stressed syllables anaphase n the stage of meiosis or mitosis when chromosomes move toward opposite ends of the nuclear spindle anaphora n using a pronoun or similar word instead of repeating a word used earlier anaphora n repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses anaphylactic adj related to the hypersensitivity known as anaphylaxis anaphylaxis n hypersensitivity reaction to the ingestion or injection of a substance (a protein or drug) resulting from prior contact with a substance anaplasia n loss of structural differentiation within a cell or group of cells often with increased capacity for multiplication, as in a malignant tumor anaplastic adj of or relating to anaplasia anarchic adj without law or control anarchical,lawless anarchical adj without law or control anarchic,lawless anarchist n an advocate of anarchism anarchy n a state of lawlessness and disorder (usually resulting from a failure of government) lawlessness anas n type genus of the Anatidae: freshwater ducks anasazi n a Native American who lived in what is now southern Colorado and Utah and northern Arizona and New Mexico and who built cliff dwellings anathema n a detested person anathema n a formal ecclesiastical curse accompanied by excommunication anatolia n a peninsula in southwestern Asia that forms the Asian part of Turkey anatolian n an extinct branch of the Indo-European family of languages known from inscriptions and important in the reconstruction of Proto-Indo Europea anatomic adj of or relating to the structure of the body anatomical anatomic adj of or relating to the branch of morphology that studies the structure of organisms anatomical anatomical n an expression that relates to anatomy anatomical adj of or relating to the structure of the body anatomic anatomical adj of or relating to the branch of morphology that studies the structure of organisms anatomic anatomically adv with respect to anatomy anatomist n an expert in anatomy anatomy n the branch of morphology that deals with the structure of animals anatomy n alternative names for the body of a human being soma,build,figure,physique,shape,bod,chassis,frame anatomy n a detailed analysis ancestor n someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent) ascendant,antecedent,root descendant ancestral adj inherited or inheritable by established rules (usually legal rules) of descent hereditary,patrimonial ancestral adj of or belonging to or inherited from an ancestor ancestry n the descendants of one individual lineage,line,descent,bloodline,blood,pedigree,origin,parentage ancestry n inherited properties shared with others of your bloodline lineage,derivation anchor n a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving anchor n a central cohesive source of support and stability mainstay,keystone,backbone,linchpin anchor n a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute anchorman anchor v fix firmly and stably ground anchor v secure a vessel with an anchor anchorage n the condition of being secured to a base anchorage n a fee for anchoring anchorage n a city in south central Alaska anchorage n place for vessels to anchor anchorman n a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute anchor anchovy n tiny fishes usually canned or salted; used for hors d'oeuvres or as seasoning in sauces anchovy n small herring-like plankton-eating fishes often canned whole or as paste; abundant in tropical waters worldwide ancient n a very old person ancient n a person who lived in ancient times ancient adj belonging to times long past especially of the historical period before the fall of the Western Roman Empire ancient adj very old ancients n people who lived in times long past (especially during the historical period before the fall of the Roman Empire in western Europe) ancillary adj furnishing added support accessory,adjunct,adjuvant,auxiliary andalusia n a region in southern Spain on the Atlantic and the Mediterranean; formerly a center of Moorish civilization andalusian adj in or relating to Andalusia andante n a moderately slow tempo (a walking pace) andante n a musical composition or musical passage to be performed moderately slow andante adj (of tempo) moderately slow andante adv at a moderately slow tempo andantino adj (of tempo) moderately fast andean adj relating to the Andes and their inhabitants andersen n a Danish author remembered for his fairy stories (1805-1875) anderson n United States author whose works were frequently autobiographical (1876-1941) anderson n United States physicist who studied the electronic structure of magnetic and disordered systems (1923-) anderson n United States dramatist (1888-1959) anderson n United States contralto noted for her performance of spirituals (1902-1993) andes n a mountain range in South America running 5000 miles along the Pacific coast andesite n a dark grey volcanic rock andiron n metal supports for logs in a fireplace dog andrew n (New Testament) disciple of Jesus; brother of Peter; patron saint of Scotland andrews n United States naturalist who contributed to paleontology and geology (1884-1960) androgen n male sex hormone that is produced in the testes and responsible for typical male sexual characteristics androgynous adj relating to or exhibiting both female and male sex organs but with a predominantly female appearance androgynous adj having both male and female characteristics male,female androgyny n showing characteristics of both sexes bisexuality android n an automaton that resembles a human being humanoid andromeda n broad-leaved evergreen Asiatic shrub with glossy leaves and drooping clusters of white flowers andromeda n any of several shrubs of the genus Andromeda having leathery leaves and clusters of small flowers andromeda n (Greek mythology) an Ethiopian princess and daughter of Cassiopeia; she was fastened to a rock and exposed to a sea monster that was sent by andromeda n a constellation in the northern hemisphere between Cassiopeia and Pegasus; contains the Andromeda galaxy ane adj used of a single unit or thing; not two or more one,i anecdotal adj having the character of an anecdote anecdotal adj characterized by or given to telling anecdotes anecdote n short account of an incident (especially a biographical one) anemia n a deficiency of red blood cells anemia n a lack of vitality anemia n genus of terrestrial or lithophytic ferns having pinnatifid fronds; chiefly of tropical America anemic adj lacking vigor or energy anemic adj relating to anemia or suffering from anemia anemometer n a gauge for recording the speed and direction of wind anemone n any woodland plant of the genus Anemone grown for its beautiful flowers and whorls of dissected leaves anemone n marine polyps that resemble flowers but have oral rings of tentacles; differ from corals in forming no hard skeleton anencephalic adj characterized by partial or total absence of a brain anencephaly n a defect in brain development resulting in small or missing brain hemispheres anesthesia n loss of bodily sensation with or without loss of consciousness anaesthesia anesthesiologist n a specialist who administers an anesthetic to a patient before he is treated anesthetist anesthesiology n the branch of medical science that studies and applies anesthetics anesthetic n a drug that causes temporary loss of bodily sensations anaesthetic anesthetic adj relating to or producing insensibility anaesthetic anesthetic adj characterized by insensibility anaesthetic anesthetist n a specialist who administers an anesthetic to a patient before he is treated anesthesiologist aneurism n a cardiovascular disease characterized by a saclike widening of an artery resulting from weakening of the artery wall aneurysm aneurysm n a cardiovascular disease characterized by a saclike widening of an artery resulting from weakening of the artery wall aneurism anew adv again but in a new or different way afresh ang n a civilian reserve component of the United States Air Force that provides prompt mobilization during war and assistance during national emer angel n spiritual being attendant upon God angel n person of exceptional holiness saint angel n invests in a theatrical production backer angel n the highest waterfall; has more than one leap; flow varies seasonally angelfish n a butterfly fish of the genus Pomacanthus angelfish n deep-bodied disk-shaped food fish of warmer western Atlantic coastal waters angelfish n sharks with broad flat bodies and winglike pectoral fins but that swim the way sharks do monkfish angelic adj marked by utter benignity; resembling or befitting an angel or saint saintly,sainted angelic adj of or relating to angels angelic adj having a sweet nature befitting an angel or cherub cherubic,sweet angelica n any of various tall and stout herbs of the genus Angelica having pinnately compound leaves and small white or greenish flowers in compound u angelique angelica n candied stalks of the angelica plant angelica n aromatic stems or leaves or roots of Angelica Archangelica angelically adv like an angel angelique n any of various tall and stout herbs of the genus Angelica having pinnately compound leaves and small white or greenish flowers in compound u angelica angelus n the sound of a bell rung in Roman Catholic churches to announce the time when the Angelus should be recited angelus n a prayer said 3 times a day by Roman Catholics in memory of the Annunciation anger n a strong emotion; a feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance choler,ire anger n the state of being angry angriness anger n belligerence aroused by a real or supposed wrong (personified as one of the deadly sins) wrath,ire,ira anger v make angry anger v become angry angered adj marked by extreme anger enraged,furious,infuriated angina n any disease of the throat or fauces marked by spasmodic attacks of intense suffocative pain angina n a heart condition marked by paroxysms of chest pain due to reduced oxygen to the heart angiogenesis n the formation of new blood vessels angiogram n an X-ray representation of blood vessels made after the injection of a radiopaque substance angioplasty n an operation to repair a damaged blood vessel or unblock a coronary artery angle n the space between two lines or planes that intersect; the inclination of one line to another; measured in degrees or radians angle n a biased way of looking at or presenting something slant angle n a member of a Germanic people who conquered England and merged with the Saxons and Jutes to become Anglo-Saxons angle v move or proceed at an angle angle v to incline or bend from a vertical position lean,tilt,tip,slant angle v seek indirectly fish angle v fish with a hook angled adj forming or set at an angle angler n a scheming person; someone who schemes to gain an advantage angler n a fisherman who uses a hook and line angler n fishes having large mouths with a wormlike filament attached for luring prey goosefish,anglerfish,monkfish,lotte anglerfish n fishes having large mouths with a wormlike filament attached for luring prey goosefish,angler,monkfish,lotte angleworm n terrestrial worm that burrows into and helps aerate soil; often surfaces when the ground is cool or wet; used as bait by anglers earthworm,crawler anglia n the Latin name for England anglican n a Protestant who is a follower of Anglicanism nonconformist anglican adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of the Anglican church anglicize v make English in appearance angling n fishing with a hook and line (and usually a pole) anglophile n an admirer of England and things English angola n a republic in southwestern Africa on the Atlantic Ocean; achieved independence from Portugal in 1975 and was the scene of civil war until 19 angora n the capital of Turkey; located in west-central Turkey; it was formerly known as Angora and is the home of Angora goats ankara angora n a domestic breed of goat raised for its long silky hair which is the true mohair angora n domestic breed of rabbit with long white silky hair angora n a long-haired breed of cat similar to the Persian cat angrily adv with anger angriness n the state of being angry anger angry adj feeling or showing anger angry adj (of the elements) as if showing violent anger furious,raging,tempestuous,wild angry adj severely inflamed and painful angst n an acute but unspecific feeling of anxiety; usually reserved for philosophical anxiety about the world or about personal freedom angstrom n a metric unit of length equal to one ten billionth of a meter (or 0.0001 micron); used to specify wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation a anguilla n a British colony in the West Indies anguilla n type genus of the Anguillidae: eels anguish n extreme mental distress torment,torture anguish n extreme distress of body or mind anguish v suffer great pains or distress anguish v cause emotional anguish or make miserable pain,hurt anguished adj experiencing intense pain especially mental pain tormented,tortured angular adj measured by an angle or by the rate of change of an angle angular adj having angles or an angular shape angulate rounded angulate v make or become angular angulate adj having angles or an angular shape angular angus n Celtic god of love and beauty; patron deity of young men and women angus n black hornless breed from Scotland anhydride n a compound formed from one or more other compounds in a reaction resulting in removal of water ani n black tropical American cuckoo anil n a blue dye obtained from plants or made synthetically indigo anil n shrub of West Indies and South America that is a source of indigo dye aniline n oily poisonous liquid amine obtained from nitrobenzene and used to make dyes and plastics and medicines anima n (Jungian psychology) the inner self (not the external persona) that is in touch with the unconscious animal n a living organism characterized by voluntary movement beast,brute,creature,fauna animal adj marked by the appetites and passions of the body carnal,sensual animate v heighten or intensify inspire,invigorate,enliven,exalt animate v give lifelike qualities to animate v make lively enliven,liven,invigorate animate v give new life or energy to recreate,revive,renovate,repair,quicken animate adj belonging to the class of nouns that denote living beings inanimate animate adj endowed with animal life as distinguished from plant life inanimate animate adj endowed with feeling and unstructured consciousness sentient animated adj having life or vigor or spirit alive animated adj made to appear to move as living creatures do animating adj giving spirit and vivacity enlivening animation n the condition of living or the state of being alive life,living,aliveness animation n the property of being able to survive and grow vitality animation n quality of being active or spirited or alive and vigorous spiritedness animation n the activity of giving vitality and vigour to something animator n someone who imparts energy and vitality and spirit to other people energizer animator n the technician who produces animated cartoons anime n a hard copal derived from an African tree anime n any of various resins or oleoresins anime n a style of animation developed in Japan, characterized by stylized colorful art and often adult themes animism n the doctrine that all natural objects and the universe itself have souls animist n one who accepts the doctrine of animism animist adj of or pertaining to the doctrine of animism animosity n a feeling of ill will arousing active hostility animus animus n a feeling of ill will arousing active hostility animosity anion n a negatively charged ion anise n native to Egypt but cultivated widely for its aromatic seeds and the oil from them used medicinally and as a flavoring in cookery anise n liquorice-flavored seeds, used medicinally and in cooking and liquors aniseed aniseed n liquorice-flavored seeds, used medicinally and in cooking and liquors anise anisette n liquorice-flavored usually colorless sweet liqueur made from aniseed ankara n the capital of Turkey; located in west-central Turkey; it was formerly known as Angora and is the home of Angora goats angora ankle n a gliding joint between the distal ends of the tibia and fibula and the proximal end of the talus anklebone n the bone in the ankle that articulates with the leg bones to form the ankle joint talus anklet n a shoe for a child or woman that has a strap around the ankle anklet n a sock that reaches just above the ankle anklets anklet n an ornament worn around the ankle anklets n a sock that reaches just above the ankle anklet anna n a former copper coin of Pakistan and India annalist n a historian who writes annals annals n reports of the work of a society or learned body etc annals n a chronological account of events in successive years annam n a communist state in Indochina on the South China Sea; achieved independence from France in 1945 vietnam annamese n a native or inhabitant of Vietnam vietnamese annamese n the Mon-Khmer language spoken in Vietnam vietnamese,annamite annamite n the Mon-Khmer language spoken in Vietnam vietnamese,annamese annapolis n state capital of Maryland; site of the United States Naval Academy anne n Queen of England and Scotland and Ireland; daughter if James II and the last of the Stuart monarchs; in 1707 she was the last English ruler anneal v bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling temper,normalize annealing n hardening something by heat treatment tempering annelid n worms with cylindrical bodies segmented both internally and externally annelid adj relating to or belonging to or characteristic of any worms of the phylum Annelida annex n an addition that extends a main building extension,wing annex v take (territory) as if by conquest annex v attach to annexation n incorporation by joining or uniting appropriation annexation n the formal act of acquiring something (especially territory) by conquest or occupation annihilate v kill in large numbers eliminate,extinguish,eradicate,decimate annihilated adj destroyed completely exterminated annihilating adj wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction devastating,withering annihilating adj making light of devastating,withering annihilation n destruction by annihilating something obliteration annihilation n total destruction disintegration anniversary n the date on which an event occurred in some previous year (or the celebration of it) annotate v add explanatory notes to or supply with critical comments footnote annotate v provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases gloss,comment annotating n the act of adding notes annotation annotation n a comment or instruction (usually added) note,notation annotation n the act of adding notes annotating annotator n a commentator who writes notes to a text announce v make known; make an announcement denote announce v announce publicly or officially declare announce v give the names of announce v foreshadow or presage harbinger,foretell,herald announced adj declared publicly; made widely known proclaimed announcement n a formal public statement proclamation,declaration announcement n a public statement containing information about an event that has happened or is going to happen announcer n someone who proclaims a message publicly announcer n reads news, commercials on radio or television annoy v cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations rag,bother,irritate,rile,nark,nettle,gravel,vex annoyance n the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed irritation annoyance n anger produced by some annoying irritation chafe annoyance n an unpleasant person who is annoying or exasperating annoyance n something or someone that causes trouble; a source of unhappiness bother,pain,infliction annoyed adj aroused to impatience or anger irritated,miffed,nettled,peeved,pissed,riled,roiled,steamed annoyed adj troubled persistently especially with petty annoyances harassed,harried,pestered,vexed annoying n the act of troubling or annoying someone annoyance,irritation annoying adj causing irritation or annoyance bothersome,galling,irritating,nettlesome,pesky,pestering,teasing,vexatious annoyingly adv in an annoying manner or to an annoying degree annual n (botany) a plant that completes its entire life cycle within the space of a year annual n a reference book that is published regularly once every year yearly,yearbook annual adj completing its life cycle within a year biennial,perennial annual adj occurring or payable every year yearly annually adv without missing a year yearly annually adv by the year; every year (usually with reference to a sum of money paid or received) annuity n income from capital investment paid in a series of regular payments annul v declare invalid invalidate,quash,void,avoid,nullify annul v cancel officially revoke,lift,reverse,repeal,overturn,rescind,vacate annular adj shaped like a ring annulate,ringed annulate adj shaped like a ring annular,ringed annulment n the state of being cancelled or annulled revocation annulment n (law) a formal termination (of a relationship or a judicial proceeding etc) invalidation annulment n the act of abrogating; an official or legal cancellation abrogation,repeal annulus n a toroidal shape ring,halo,doughnut annulus n (Fungi) a remnant of the partial veil that in mature mushrooms surrounds the stem like a collar skirt ano n a Palestinian international terrorist organization that split from the PLO in 1974; has conducted terrorist attacks in 20 countries anoa n small buffalo of the Celebes having small straight horns anode n a positively charged electrode by which electrons leave an electrical device cathode anode n the negatively charged terminal of a voltaic cell or storage battery that supplies current cathode anoint v choose by or as if by divine intervention anoint v administer an oil or ointment to; often in a religious ceremony of blessing oil anole n small arboreal tropical American insectivorous lizards with the ability to change skin color anomalous adj deviating from the general or common order or type anomaly n deviation from the normal or common order or form or rule anomaly n a person who is unusual anomaly n (astronomy) position of a planet as defined by its angular distance from its perihelion (as observed from the sun) anomic adj socially disoriented alienated,disoriented anon adv at another time anon adv (old-fashioned or informal) in a little while anonymity n the state of being anonymous anonymous adj having no known name or identity or known source anonymous adj not known or lacking marked individuality anonymously adv without giving a name anopheles n malaria mosquitoes; distinguished by the adult's head-downward stance and absence of breathing tubes in the larvae anorak n a kind of heavy jacket (`windcheater' is a British term) parka,windbreaker anorexia n a prolonged disorder of eating due to loss of appetite anorexic n a person suffering from anorexia nervosa anorexic adj suffering from anorexia nervosa; pathologically thin anorthite n rare plagioclastic feldspar occurring in many igneous rocks another adj any of various alternatives; some other ans n the part of the nervous system of vertebrates that controls involuntary actions of the smooth muscles and heart and glands anselm n an Italian who was a Benedictine monk; was archbishop of Canterbury from 1093 to 1109; one of the founders of scholasticism; best known for anser n typical geese answer n a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation reply,response answer n a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem solution,result,resolution,solvent answer n the speech act of replying to a question question answer n the principal pleading by the defendant in response to plaintiff's complaint; in criminal law it consists of the defendant's plea of `guilty answer v react verbally reply,respond answer v respond to a signal answer v give the correct answer or solution to answer v understand the meaning of resolve answerable adj capable of being answered answerable adj morally or legally responsible to a higher authority answerer n someone who responds respondent,responder answering adj replying respondent ant n social insect living in organized colonies; characteristically the males and fertile queen have wings during breeding season; wingless steri emmet antacid n an agent that counteracts or neutralizes acidity (especially in the stomach) antacid adj acting to neutralize acid (especially in the stomach) antagonism n a state of deep-seated ill-will hostility,enmity antagonism n the relation between opposing principles or forces or factors antagonism n an actively expressed feeling of dislike and hostility antagonism n (biochemistry) interference in or inhibition of the physiological action of a chemical substance by another having a similar structure antagonist n someone who offers opposition adversary,opponent agonist antagonist n a muscle that relaxes while another contracts antagonist n a drug that neutralizes or counteracts the effects of another drug antagonistic adj indicating opposition or resistance counter antagonistic adj characterized by antagonism or antipathy antipathetic antagonistic adj arousing animosity or hostility conciliatory antagonistic adj used especially of drugs or muscles that counteract or neutralize each other's effect incompatible synergistic antagonize v provoke the hostility of antagonize v act in opposition to counteract antarctic n the region around the south pole: Antarctica and surrounding waters antarctic adj at or near the south pole antarctica n an extremely cold continent at the south pole almost entirely below the Antarctic Circle; covered by an ice cap up to 13,000 feet deep antares n the brightest star in Scorpius ante n (poker) the initial contribution that each player makes to the pot ante v place one's stake anteater n toothless mammal of southern Africa and Asia having a body covered with horny scales and a long snout for feeding on ants and termites pangolin anteater n any of several tropical American mammals of the family Myrmecophagidae which lack teeth and feed on ants and termites anteater n nocturnal burrowing mammal of the grasslands of Africa that feeds on termites; sole extant representative of the order Tubulidentata aardvark anteater n small Australian marsupial having long snout and strong claws for feeding on termites; nearly extinct antecedent n someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent) ancestor,ascendant,root antecedent n a preceding occurrence or cause or event antecedent n anything that precedes something similar in time forerunner antecedent n the referent of an anaphor; a phrase or clause that is referred to by an anaphoric pronoun antecedent adj preceding in time or order subsequent antechamber n a large entrance or reception room or area anteroom,hall,foyer,lobby,vestibule antelope n graceful Old World ruminant with long legs and horns directed upward and backward; includes gazelles; springboks; impalas; addax; gerenuks; antemeridian adj before noon antenatal adj occurring or existing before birth prenatal antenna n an electrical device that sends or receives radio or television signals aerial antenna n sensitivity similar to that of a receptor organ feeler antenna n one of a pair of mobile appendages on the head of e.g. insects and crustaceans; typically sensitive to touch and taste feeler anterior n a tooth situated at the front of the mouth anterior adj of or near the head end or toward the front plane of a body posterior anterior adj earlier in time prior anteroom n a large entrance or reception room or area antechamber,hall,foyer,lobby,vestibule anthem n a song of devotion or loyalty (as to a nation or school) anthem n a song of praise (to God or to a saint or to a nation) hymn anther n the part of the stamen that contains pollen; usually borne on a stalk antheral adj capable of fertilizing female organs anthill n a mound of earth made by ants as they dig their nest anthologist n an editor who makes selections for an anthology anthology n a collection of selected literary passages anthony n Roman general under Julius Caesar in the Gallic wars; repudiated his wife for the Egyptian queen Cleopatra; they were defeated by Octavian a antony anthony n United States suffragist (1820-1906) anthracite n a hard natural coal that burns slowly and gives intense heat anthrax n a highly infectious animal disease (especially cattle and sheep); it can be transmitted to people anthrax n a disease of humans that is not communicable; caused by infection with Bacillus anthracis followed by septicemia anthropocentric adj human-centered anthropogenic adj of or relating to the study of the origins and development of human beings anthropological adj of or concerned with the science of anthropology anthropologist n a social scientist who specializes in anthropology anthropology n the social science that studies the origins and social relationships of human beings anthropomorphic adj suggesting human characteristics for animals or inanimate things anthropomorphism n the representation of objects (especially a god) as having human form or traits anti n a person who is opposed (to an action or policy or practice etc.) anti adj not in favor of (an action or proposal etc.) pro antiaircraft n artillery designed to shoot upward at airplanes flak,flack antiaircraft adj designed for defense from a surface position against air attack antibacterial n any drug that destroys bacteria or inhibits their growth antibacterial adj destroying bacteria or inhibiting their growth antibiotic n a chemical substance derivable from a mold or bacterium that can kill microorganisms and cure bacterial infections antibiotic adj of or relating to antibiotic drugs antibody n any of a large variety of proteins normally present in the body or produced in response to an antigen which it neutralizes, thus producing a antic n a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement joke,prank,trick,caper antic v act as or like a clown clown antic adj ludicrously odd fantastic,fantastical,grotesque anticancer adj used in the treatment of cancer antichrist n (Christianity) the adversary of Christ (or Christianity) mentioned in the New Testament; the Antichrist will rule the world until overthrown anticipate v regard something as probable or likely expect anticipate v act in advance of; deal with ahead of time foresee,forestall,counter anticipate v realize beforehand foreknow,foresee anticipate v make a prediction about; tell in advance predict,foretell,prognosticate,call,forebode,promise anticipated adj expected hopefully awaited anticipation n an expectation expectancy anticipation n something expected (as on the basis of a norm) expectancy anticipation n the act of predicting (as by reasoning about the future) prediction anticipation n anticipating with confidence of fulfillment expectation anticipatory adj in anticipation anticlimactic adj of or relating to a sudden change from an impressive to a ludicrous style anticlimactic adj coming after the climax especially of a dramatic or narrative plot climactic anticlimax n a disappointing decline after a previous rise anticlimax n a change from a serious subject to a disappointing one anticlockwise adj in the direction opposite to the rotation of the hands of a clock counterclockwise anticlockwise adv in a direction opposite to the direction in which the hands of a clock move counterclockwise anticyclone n (meteorology) winds spiraling outward from a high pressure center; circling clockwise in the northern hemisphere and counterclockwise in the cyclone antidepressant n any of a class of drugs used to treat depression; often have undesirable side effects antidote n a remedy that stops or controls the effects of a poison antifeminism n activity indicative of belief in the superiority of men over women chauvinism antifreeze n a liquid added to the water in a cooling system to lower its freezing point antigen n any substance (as a toxin or enzyme) that stimulates an immune response in the body (especially the production of antibodies) antigone n (Greek mythology) the daughter of King Oedipus who disobeyed her father and was condemned to death antigram n an anagram that means the opposite of the original word or phrase antigua n the largest of the islands comprising Antigua and Barbuda antihero n a protagonist who lacks the characteristics that would make him a hero (or her a heroine) antihistamine n a medicine used to treat allergies and hypersensitive reactions and colds; works by counteracting the effects of histamine on a receptor sit antiknock n any of various compounds that are added to gasoline to reduce engine knocking antiknock adj suppressing or eliminating engine knock in combustion engines antimatter n matter consisting of elementary particles that are the antiparticles of those making up normal substances antinomy n a contradiction between two statements that seem equally reasonable antioch n a town in southern Turkey; ancient commercial center and capital of Syria; an early center of Christianity antioxidant n substance that inhibits oxidation or inhibits reactions promoted by oxygen or peroxides antiparticle n a particle that has the same mass as another particle but has opposite values for its other properties; interaction of a particle and its an antipathetic adj (usually followed by `to') strongly opposed averse,loath antipathetic adj characterized by antagonism or antipathy antagonistic antipathy n a feeling of intense dislike aversion,distaste antipathy n the object of a feeling of intense aversion; something to be avoided antipersonnel adj designed to inflict death or personal injury rather than material destruction antiphon n a verse or song to be chanted or sung in response antipodal n the relation of opposition along a diameter antipodal adj relating to the antipodes or situated at opposite sides of the earth antipode n direct opposite antipodes n any two places or regions on diametrically opposite sides of the Earth antipollution adj intended to reduce pollution antipope n someone who is elected pope in opposition to another person who is held to be canonically elected antiquate v make obsolete or old-fashioned antiquate v give an antique appearance to antique antiquated adj so extremely old as seeming to belong to an earlier period archaic antique n an elderly man gaffer antique n any piece of furniture or decorative object or the like produced in a former period and valuable because of its beauty or rarity antique v shop for antiques antique v give an antique appearance to antiquate antique adj made in or typical of earlier times and valued for its age antique adj out of fashion ex,outmoded,passe antique adj belonging to or lasting from times long ago antiquity n the historic period preceding the Middle Ages in Europe antiquity n extreme oldness antiquity n an artifact surviving from the past antisepsis n (of non-living objects) the state of being free of pathogenic organisms sterility antisepsis n the process of inhibiting the growth and multiplication of microorganisms antiseptic n a substance that destroys micro-organisms that carry disease without harming body tissues antiseptic adj thoroughly clean and free of or destructive to disease-causing organisms septic antiseptic adj clean and honest antiseptic adj freeing from error or corruption antiseptic adj devoid of objectionable language antisocial adj shunning contact with others antisocial adj hostile to or disruptive of normal standards of social behavior antisubmarine adj defensive against enemy submarines antitank adj designed for defense against armored vehicles antithesis n exact opposite antithesis n the juxtaposition of contrasting words or ideas to give a feeling of balance antithetical adj sharply contrasted in character or purpose antitoxin n an antibody that can neutralize a specific toxin antitrust adj of laws and regulations; designed to protect trade and commerce from unfair business practices antiviral n any drug that destroys viruses antiviral adj inhibiting or stopping the growth and reproduction of viruses antler n deciduous horn of a member of the deer family antlered adj having antlers antony n Roman general under Julius Caesar in the Gallic wars; repudiated his wife for the Egyptian queen Cleopatra; they were defeated by Octavian a anthony antrum n a natural cavity or hollow in a bone antsy adj nervous and unable to relax fidgety,fretful,itchy antwerp n a busy port and financial center in northern Belgium on the Scheldt river; it has long been a center for the diamond industry and the first anubis n Egyptian god of tombs and ruler of the underworld; usually depicted as a man with the head of a jackal anura n frogs, toads, tree toads anuran n any of various tailless stout-bodied amphibians with long hind limbs for leaping; semiaquatic and terrestrial species frog,toad anuran adj relating to frogs and toads anus n the excretory opening at the end of the alimentary canal anvil n a heavy block of iron or steel on which hot metals are shaped by hammering anvil n the ossicle between the malleus and the stapes incus anxiety n (psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compul anxiety n a vague unpleasant emotion that is experienced in anticipation of some (usually ill-defined) misfortune anxious adj eagerly desirous dying anxious adj causing or fraught with or showing anxiety nervous,queasy,uneasy anxiously adv with anxiety or apprehension uneasily any adj one or some or every or all without specification whatever,whatsoever any adv to any degree or extent anyhow adv used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement anyway,anyways anyhow adv in any way whatsoever anyway anymore adv at the present or from now on; usually used with a negative anyplace adv at or in or to any place anywhere anyway adv used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement anyhow,anyways anyway adv in any way whatsoever anyhow anyways adv used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement anyhow,anyway anywhere adv at or in or to any place anyplace anzac n a soldier in the Australian and New Zealand army corps during World War I aorta n the large trunk artery that carries blood from the left ventricle of the heart to branch arteries aortic adj of or relating to the aorta apace adv (poetic, literary) quickly apace adv with speed quickly,rapidly,speedily apache n any member of Athapaskan tribes that migrated to the southwestern desert (from Arizona to Texas and south into Mexico); fought a losing batt apache n a Parisian gangster apache n the language of the Apache apart adj remote and separate physically or socially isolated,obscure apart adj having characteristics not shared by others apart adv separated or at a distance in place or position or time apart adv not taken into account or excluded from consideration aside apart adv away from another or others apart adv placed or kept separate and distinct as for a purpose aside apartheid n a social policy or racial segregation involving political and economic and legal discrimination against people who are not Whites; the forme apartment n a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house flat apathetic adj showing little or no emotion or animation apathetic adj marked by a lack of interest indifferent apathy n an absence of emotion or enthusiasm apathy n the trait of lacking enthusiasm for or interest in things generally indifference,numbness apatite n a common complex mineral consisting of calcium fluoride phosphate or calcium chloride phosphate; a source of phosphorus ape n any of various primates with short tails or no tail at all ape n someone who copies the words or behavior of another copycat,imitator,emulator,aper ape n person who resembles a nonhuman primate ape v imitate uncritically and in every aspect ape v represent in or produce a caricature of caricature apelike adj resembling apes apelike adj being or given to servile imitation aper n someone who copies the words or behavior of another copycat,imitator,emulator,ape aperitif n alcoholic beverage taken before a meal as an appetizer aperture n a device that controls amount of light admitted aperture n a natural opening in something aperture n an man-made opening; usually small apex n the highest point (of something) vertex,peak,acme apex n the point on the celestial sphere toward which the sun and solar system appear to be moving relative to the fixed stars aphasia n inability to use or understand language (spoken or written) because of a brain lesion aphasic n someone affected by aphasia or inability to use or understand language aphasic adj related to or affected by aphasia aphasic adj unable to speak because of a brain lesion aphelion n apoapsis in solar orbit; the point in the orbit of a planet or comet that is at the greatest distance from the sun aphid n any of various small plant-sucking insects aphorism n a short pithy instructive saying aphrodisiac n a drug or other agent that stimulates sexual desire aphrodisiac adj stimulating sexual desire sexy aphrodite n goddess of love and beauty and daughter of Zeus in ancient mythology; identified with Roman Venus cytherea apical adj situated at an apex apiece adv to or from every one of two or more (considered individually) each aplomb n great coolness and composure under strain cool,poise apnea n transient cessation of respiration apocalypse n a cosmic cataclysm in which God destroys the ruling powers of evil apocalypse n the last book of the New Testament; contains visionary descriptions of heaven and of conflicts between good and evil and of the end of the w revelation apocalyptic adj prophetic of devastation or ultimate doom revelatory apocalyptic adj of or relating to an apocalypse apocope n abbreviation of a word by omitting the final sound or sounds apocrypha n 14 books of the Old Testament included in the Vulgate (except for II Esdras) but omitted in Jewish and Protestant versions of the Bible; eas apocryphal adj being of questionable authenticity apocryphal adj of or belonging to the Apocrypha apogee n a final climactic stage culmination apogee n apoapsis in Earth orbit; the point in its orbit where a satellite is at the greatest distance from the Earth apollo n (Greek mythology) Greek god of light; god of prophecy and poetry and music and healing; son of Zeus and Leto; twin brother of Artemis phoebus apologetic adj offering or expressing apology unapologetic apologetically adv in an apologetic manner apologise v defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning apologize,excuse,rationalize,rationalise apologise v acknowledge faults or shortcomings or failing apologize apologist n a person who argues to defend or justify some policy or institution vindicator apologize v acknowledge faults or shortcomings or failing apologise apologize v defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning apologise,excuse,rationalize,rationalise apology n an expression of regret at having caused trouble for someone apology n a formal written defense of something you believe in strongly apology n a poor example excuse apomorphine n a morphine derivative that is not as strong as morphine; used as an emetic and in small doses as a sedative aponeurosis n any of the deeper and thicker fascia that attach muscles to bones; resemble flattened tendons aponeurotic adj of or relating to an aponeurosis apoplectic adj pertaining to or characteristic of apoplexy apoplexy n a sudden loss of consciousness resulting when the rupture or occlusion of a blood vessel leads to oxygen lack in the brain stroke apostate n a disloyal person who betrays or deserts his cause or religion or political party or friend etc. deserter,renegade,turncoat apostate adj not faithful to religion or party or cause apostle n an ardent early supporter of a cause or reform apostle n any important early teacher of Christianity or a Christian missionary to a people apostle n (New Testament) one of the original 12 disciples chosen by Christ to preach his gospel apostolic adj of or relating to or deriving from the Apostles or their teachings apostolic adj proceeding from or ordered by or subject to a pope or the papacy regarded as the successor of the Apostles papal,pontifical apostrophe n address to an absent or imaginary person apostrophe n the mark (') used to indicate the omission of one or more letters from a printed word apothecary n a health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing drugs pharmacist,druggist,chemist apotheosis n model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal ideal,paragon,saint,nonesuch apotheosis n the elevation of a person (as to the status of a god) deification appalachia n an impoverished coal mining area in the Appalachian Mountains (from Pennsylvania to North Carolina) appalachian n a native or inhabitant of Appalachia appalachian adj in or relating to Appalachia appall v strike with disgust or revulsion shock,offend,scandalize,outrage appall v fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised dismay,alarm,horrify appalled adj struck with fear, dread, or consternation aghast,dismayed,shocked appalling n an experience that appalls appalling adj causing consternation dismaying appallingly adv to an appalling extent apparatus n equipment designed to serve a specific function setup apparatus n (anatomy) a group of body parts that work together to perform a given function apparel n clothing in general dress,clothes apparel v provide with clothes or put clothes on dress,clothe,garb,raiment,tog,garment apparent adj clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment evident,manifest,palpable,patent,plain,unmistakable apparent adj appearing as such but not necessarily so ostensible,seeming apparently adv from appearances alone seemingly,ostensibly apparently adv unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') obviously,evidently,manifestly,patently,plainly,plain apparition n a ghostly appearing figure phantom,phantasm,specter,spectre apparition n the appearance of a ghostlike figure apparition n something existing in perception only phantom,phantasm,shadow apparition n an act of appearing or becoming visible unexpectedly appeal n earnest or urgent request entreaty,prayer appeal n attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates charm appeal n (law) a legal proceeding in which the appellant resorts to a higher court for the purpose of obtaining a review of a lower court decision an appeal n request for a sum of money solicitation,collection appeal v take a court case to a higher court for review appeal v request earnestly (something from somebody); ask for aid or protection invoke appeal v be attractive to attract appeal v challenge (a decision) appealable adj capable of being appealed especially to a higher tribunal appealing adj able to attract interest or draw favorable attention unappealing appealing adj (of characters in literature or drama) evoking empathic or sympathetic feelings sympathetic,likeable,likable appealingly adv in an appealing manner appear v give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect look,seem appear v come into sight or view disappear appear v be issued or published appear v seem to be true, probable, or apparent seem appearance n outward or visible aspect of a person or thing appearance n the event of coming into sight disappearance appearance n formal attendance (in court or at a hearing) of a party in an action appearing appearance n a mental representation appearing n formal attendance (in court or at a hearing) of a party in an action appearance appease v cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of pacify,assuage,mollify,placate,gentle appease v overcome or allay quell,stay appease v make peace with appeasement n the act of appeasing (as by acceding to the demands of) calming appeasing adj intended to pacify by acceding to demands or granting concessions placating appellant n the party who appeals a decision of a lower court appellant adj of or relating to or taking account of appeals (usually legal appeals) appellate appellate adj of or relating to or taking account of appeals (usually legal appeals) appellant appellation n identifying word or words by which someone or something is called and classified or distinguished from others denomination,designation appellation n a geographical indication used to identify where the grapes for a wine are grown append v add to the very end supplement,affix append v fix to; attach tack append v state or say further add,supply appendage n an external body part that projects from the body extremity,member appendage n a natural prolongation or projection from a part of an organism either animal or plant process,outgrowth appendage n a part that is joined to something larger appendant adj affixed as an appendage appendectomy n surgical removal of the vermiform appendix appendicitis n inflammation of the vermiform appendix appendix n supplementary material that is collected and appended at the back of a book appendix n a vestigial process that extends from the lower end of the cecum and that resembles a small pouch appetent adj marked by eager desire appetite n a feeling of craving something appetizer n food or drink to stimulate the appetite (usually served before a meal or as the first course) starter appetizing adj appealing to or stimulating the appetite especially in appearance or aroma unappetizing applaud v clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval clap,spat,acclaim boo applaud v express approval of applause n a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together clapping apple n fruit with red or yellow or green skin and sweet to tart crisp whitish flesh apple n native Eurasian tree widely cultivated in many varieties for its firm rounded edible fruits applesauce n puree of stewed apples usually sweetened and spiced applesauce n nonsensical talk or writing folderol,rubbish,tripe,trash appleton n English physicist remembered for his studies of the ionosphere (1892-1966) appleton n a town in eastern Wisconsin appliance n a device or control that is very useful for a particular job contraption,contrivance,convenience,gadget,gizmo appliance n durable goods for home or office use applicability n relevance by virtue of being applicable to the matter at hand applicable adj capable of being applied; having relevance applicant n a person who requests or seeks something such as assistance or employment or admission application n the act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose application n a verbal or written request for assistance or employment or admission to a school application n the work of applying something coating,covering application n a program that gives a computer instructions that provide the user with tools to accomplish a task applicator n a device for applying a substance applied adj concerned with concrete problems or data rather than with fundamental principles theoretical apply v put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose use,utilize,employ apply v be pertinent or relevant or applicable hold apply v ask (for something) apply v apply to a surface appoint v create and charge with a task or function name,nominate,constitute appoint v assign a duty, responsibility or obligation to charge appoint v furnish appointed adj subject to appointment appointive appointed adj selected for a job appointed adj fixed or established especially by order or command decreed,ordained,prescribed appointed adj provided with furnishing and accessories (especially of a tasteful kind) appointee n an official who is appointed appointee n a person who is appointed to a job or position appointment appointive adj relating to the act of appointing appointive adj subject to appointment appointed elective appointment n the act of putting a person into a non-elective position assignment,designation,naming appointment n a meeting arranged in advance date,engagement appointment n (usually in the plural) furnishings and equipment (especially for a ship or hotel) fitting appointment n a person who is appointed to a job or position appointee apportion v distribute according to a plan or set apart for a special purpose allocate apportion v give out as one's portion or share share,deal apportioned adj given out in portions apportioning n the act of distributing by allotting or apportioning; distribution according to a plan allotment,apportionment,allocation,parceling apportionment n the act of distributing by allotting or apportioning; distribution according to a plan allotment,apportioning,allocation,parceling appose v place side by side or in close proximity appraisal n the classification of someone or something with respect to its worth assessment appraisal n a document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation) estimate,estimation appraisal n an expert estimation of the quality, quantity, and other characteristics of someone or something appraise v evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of measure,evaluate,assess,value appraise v consider in a comprehensive way survey appraiser n one who estimates officially the worth or value or quality of things appraiser n one who determines authenticity (as of works of art) or who guarantees validity appraising adj exercising or involving careful evaluations appreciable adj enough to be estimated or measured appreciably adv to a noticeable degree appreciate v recognize with gratitude; be grateful for appreciate v be fully aware of; realize fully appreciate v hold dear prize,value,treasure appreciate v gain in value apprise,revalue depreciate appreciated adj fully understood or grasped apprehended,comprehended appreciation n understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something grasp,hold appreciation n delicate discrimination (especially of aesthetic values) taste,discernment appreciation n an expression of gratitude appreciation n a favorable judgment admiration appreciative adj feeling or expressive of gratitude appreciative adj having or showing appreciation or a favorable critical judgment or opinion appreciatively adv with appreciation; in a grateful manner gratefully apprehend v get the meaning of something grok,comprehend,savvy,dig,grasp,compass apprehend v take into custody collar,nail,arrest,nab,cop apprehend v anticipate with dread or anxiety apprehended adj fully understood or grasped appreciated,comprehended apprehension n fearful expectation or anticipation dread apprehension n the cognitive condition of someone who understands understanding,discernment,savvy apprehension n painful expectation misgiving apprehension n the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal) arrest,catch,collar,pinch apprehensive adj quick to understand discerning apprehensive adj mentally upset over possible misfortune or danger etc worried apprehensive adj in fear or dread of possible evil or harm apprentice n works for an expert to learn a trade learner,prentice apprentice v be or work as an apprentice apprenticed adj bound by contract bound,indentured apprenticeship n the position of apprentice apprise v inform (somebody) of something advise,notify apprise v make aware of instruct apprise v gain in value appreciate,revalue apprise v increase the value of appreciate approach n ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation attack approach n the act of drawing spatially closer to something approaching,coming approach n a way of entering or leaving access approach n the final path followed by an aircraft as it is landing approach v move towards near approach v come near or verge on, resemble, come nearer in quality, or character approach v begin to deal with approach v come near in time approachable adj capable of being read with comprehension accessible approachable adj easy to meet or converse or do business with unapproachable approachable adj easily approached reachable approaching n the event of one object coming closer to another approach approaching n the temporal property of becoming nearer in time approach,coming approaching n the act of drawing spatially closer to something approach,coming approaching adj of the relatively near future coming,forthcoming,upcoming approbation n official approval approbation n official recognition or approval appropriate v give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause allow,earmark,reserve appropriate v take possession of by force, as after an invasion capture,seize,conquer appropriate adj suitable for a particular person or place or condition etc inappropriate appropriately adv in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances suitably,fittingly,properly,duly inappropriately appropriateness n appropriate conduct; doing the right thing rightness appropriateness n the quality of being specially suitable appropriation n money set aside (as by a legislature) for a specific purpose appropriation n incorporation by joining or uniting annexation appropriation n a deliberate act of acquisition of something, often without the permission of the owner appropriator n someone who takes for his or her own use (especially without permission) approval n the formal act of approving blessing,approving disapproval approval n a feeling of liking something or someone good disapproval approval n acceptance as satisfactory approval n a message expressing a favorable opinion commendation disapproval approve v give sanction to okay,sanction disapprove approve v judge to be right or commendable; think well of disapprove approved adj established by authority; given authoritative approval sanctioned approver n an authority with power to approve approving n the formal act of approving blessing,approval approving adj expressing or manifesting praise or approval affirmative approvingly adv in an approving manner approximate v be close or similar approximate v judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) estimate,gauge,guess,judge approximate adj not quite exact or correct rough approximate adj very close in resemblance near approximate adj located close together approximately adv (of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct about,some,roughly,around approximation n an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth estimate,estimation,idea approximation n the quality of coming near to identity (especially close in quantity) approximation n an imprecise or incomplete account approximation n the act of bringing near or bringing together especially the cut edges of tissue apricot n Asian tree having clusters of usually white blossoms and edible fruit resembling the peach apricot n downy yellow to rosy-colored fruit resembling a small peach apricot n a shade of pink tinged with yellow peach april n the month following March and preceding May apron n a garment of cloth or leather or plastic that is tied about the waist and worn to protect your clothing apron n (golf) the part of the fairway leading onto the green apron n the part of a modern theater stage between the curtain and the orchestra (i.e., in front of the curtain) apron n a paved surface where aircraft stand while not being used apropos adj of an appropriate or pertinent nature malapropos apropos adv at an opportune time timely apropos adv introducing a different topic incidentally apse n a domed or vaulted recess or projection on a building especially the east end of a church; usually contains the altar apt adj (usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward disposed,given,minded,tending apt adj at risk of or subject to experiencing something usually unpleasant liable apt adj mentally quick and resourceful clever apt adj being of striking appropriateness and pertinence pertinent apteral adj having columns at one or both ends but not along the sides apteral adj (of insects) without wings apterous apterous adj (of insects) without wings apteral aptitude n inherent ability aptly adv with competence; in a competent capable manner competently,ably aptness n a disposition to behave in a certain way propensity aptness n appropriateness for the occasion apus n a constellation in the polar region of the southern hemisphere near Octans apus n type genus aqua n a shade of blue tinged with green aquamarine,turquoise aquaculture n rearing aquatic animals or cultivating aquatic plants for food aquamarine n a transparent variety of beryl that is blue green in color aquamarine n a shade of blue tinged with green aqua,turquoise aquaplane n a board that is pulled by a speedboat as a person stands on it and skims over the top of the water aquaplane v rise up onto a thin film of water between the tires and road so that there is no more contact with the road aquaplane v ride on an aquaplane aquarium n a tank or pool or bowl filled with water for keeping live fish and underwater animals aquarius n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Aquarius aquarius n a zodiacal constellation in the southern hemisphere; between Capricornus and Pisces aquarius n the eleventh sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about January 20 to February 18 aquatic n a plant that lives in or on water aquatic adj relating to or consisting of or being in water aquatic adj operating or living or growing in water terrestrial,amphibious aquatint n an etching made by a process that makes it resemble a water color aquatint n a method of etching that imitates the broad washes of a water color aquatint v etch in aquatint aqueduct n a conduit that resembles a bridge but carries water over a valley aqueous adj similar to or containing or dissolved in water aqueous adj produced by the action of water sedimentary igneous aquifer n underground bed or layer yielding ground water for wells and springs etc aquila n a constellation in the Milky Way near Cygnus; contains the star Altair aquila n the provincial capital of the Abruzzi region in central Italy aquila n a genus of Accipitridae aquinas n (Roman Catholic Church) Italian theologian and Doctor of the Church who is remembered for his attempt to reconcile faith and reason in a com ar n a colorless and odorless inert gas; one of the six inert gases; comprises approximately 1% of the earth's atmosphere argon ar n a unit of surface area equal to 100 square meters are ar n a state in south central United States; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War arkansas ara n a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Telescopium and Norma ara n macaws arab n a member of a Semitic people originally from the Arabian peninsula and surrounding territories who speaks Arabic and who inhabits much of th arabian arab n a spirited graceful and intelligent riding horse native to Arabia arabian arabia n a peninsula between the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf; strategically important for its oil resources arabian n a member of a Semitic people originally from the Arabian peninsula and surrounding territories who speaks Arabic and who inhabits much of th arab arabian n a spirited graceful and intelligent riding horse native to Arabia arab arabian adj relating to or associated with Arabia or its people arabian adj of or relating to Arabian horses arabic n the Semitic language of the Arabs; spoken in a variety of dialects arabic adj relating to or characteristic of Arabs arable adj (of farmland) capable of being farmed productively arachnid n air-breathing arthropods characterized by simple eyes and four pairs of legs arafat n Palestinian statesman who was chairman of the Palestine Liberation Organization (1929-2004) aragon n French writer who generalized surrealism to literature (1897-1982) aragon n a region of northeastern Spain; a former kingdom that united with Castile in 1479 to form Spain (after the marriage of Ferdinand V and Isabe arak n any of various strong liquors distilled from the fermented sap of toddy palms or from fermented molasses arrack aralia n any of various plants of the genus Aralia; often aromatic plants having compound leaves and small umbellate flowers aram n the biblical name for ancient Syria aramaic n a Semitic language originally of the ancient Arameans but still spoken by other people in southwestern Asia aramaic n an alphabetical (or perhaps syllabic) script used since the 9th century BC to write the Aramaic language; many other scripts were subsequent aramaic adj of or relating to the ancient Aramaic languages aramean n a member of one of a group of Semitic peoples inhabiting Aram and parts of Mesopotamia from the 11th to the 8th century BC aramean adj of or relating to Aram or to its inhabitants or their culture or their language arapaho n a member of a tribe of Plains Indians formerly inhabiting eastern Colorado and Wyoming (now living in Oklahoma and Wyoming) arapaho n the Algonquian language spoken by the Arapaho aras n a river that rises in northeastern Turkey (near the source of the Euphrates) and flows generally eastward through Armenia to the Caspian Sea arawak n a member of a widespread group of Amerindians living in northeastern South America arawak n a family of South American Indian languages spoken in northeastern South America arbiter n someone with the power to settle matters at will arbiter n someone chosen to judge and decide a disputed issue arbitrator,umpire arbitrager n someone who engages in arbitrage (who purchases securities in one market for immediate resale in another in the hope of profiting from the p arbitrarily adv in a random manner randomly,indiscriminately,haphazardly arbitrariness n the trait of acting unpredictably and more from whim or caprice than from reason or judgment whimsy arbitrary adj based on or subject to individual discretion or preference or sometimes impulse or caprice arbitrate v act between parties with a view to reconciling differences intercede,mediate,intermediate,liaise arbitration n (law) the hearing and determination of a dispute by an impartial referee agreed to by both parties (often used to settle disputes between la arbitration n the act of deciding as an arbiter; giving authoritative judgment arbitrator n someone chosen to judge and decide a disputed issue arbiter,umpire arbor n tree (as opposed to shrub) arbor n any of various rotating shafts that serve as axes for larger rotating parts spindle,mandrel arbor n a framework that supports climbing plants bower,pergola arboreal adj of or relating to or formed by trees arboreal adj inhabiting or frequenting trees arboreal adj resembling a tree in form and branching structure arboretum n a facility where trees and shrubs are cultivated for exhibition arc n electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field discharge,spark arc n a continuous portion of a circle arc n something curved in shape bow arc v form an arch or curve arch,curve arcade n a covered passageway with shops and stalls on either side arcade n a structure composed of a series of arches supported by columns colonnade arcadia n a department of Greece in the central Peloponnese arcadian n an inhabitant of Arcadia arcadian adj (used with regard to idealized country life) idyllically rustic bucolic,pastoral arcane adj requiring secret or mysterious knowledge arcanum n information known only to a special group secret arcdegree n a measure for arcs and angles degree arch n a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening arch n a curved bony structure supporting or enclosing organs (especially the inner sides of the feet) arch n a passageway under a curved masonry construction archway arch n (architecture) a masonry construction (usually curved) for spanning an opening and supporting the weight above it arch v form an arch or curve curve,arc arch adj (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension condescending,patronizing arch adj naughtily or annoyingly playful impish,implike,mischievous,puckish,wicked archaeological adj related to or dealing with or devoted to archaeology archeological archaeologist n an anthropologist who studies prehistoric people and their culture archaeology n the branch of anthropology that studies prehistoric people and their cultures archeology archaic adj so extremely old as seeming to belong to an earlier period antiquated archaic adj little evolved from or characteristic of an earlier ancestral type primitive archangel n an angel ranked above the highest rank in the celestial hierarchy archangel n a biennial cultivated herb; its stems are candied and eaten and its roots are used medicinally archbishop n a bishop of highest rank archbishopric n the territorial jurisdiction of an archbishop archdiocese n the diocese of an archbishop archduke n a sovereign prince of the former ruling house of Austria arched adj constructed with or in the form of an arch or arches arched adj forming or resembling an arch arching,bowed archeological adj related to or dealing with or devoted to archaeology archaeological archeology n the branch of anthropology that studies prehistoric people and their cultures archaeology archer n a person who is expert in the use of a bow and arrow bowman archer n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Sagittarius sagittarius archer n the ninth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about November 22 to December 21 sagittarius archery n the sport of shooting arrows with a bow archetypal adj representing or constituting an original type after which other similar things are patterned prototypical archetype n something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies original,pilot archimedes n Greek mathematician and physicist noted for his work in hydrostatics and mechanics and geometry (287-212 BC) arching adj forming or resembling an arch arched,bowed archipelago n a group of many islands in a large body of water architect n someone who creates plans to be used in making something (such as buildings) designer architectural adj of or pertaining to the art and science of architecture architecturally adv with regard to architecture architecture n an architectural product or work architecture n the discipline dealing with the principles of design and construction and ornamentation of fine buildings architecture n the profession of designing buildings and environments with consideration for their esthetic effect architecture n (computer science) the structure and organization of a computer's hardware or system software architrave n the molding around a door or window architrave n the lowest part of an entablature; rests immediately on the capitals of the columns archival adj of or relating to or contained in or serving as an archive archive n a depository containing historical records and documents archive v put into an archive archives n collection of records especially about an institution archivist n a person in charge of collecting and cataloguing archives archly adv in an arch manner; with playful slyness or roguishness archway n a passageway under a curved masonry construction arch arcsine n the inverse function of the sine; the angle that has a sine equal to a given number arctic n the regions to the north of the Arctic Circle centered on the North Pole arctic n a waterproof overshoe that protects shoes from water or snow galosh,rubber,gumshoe arctic adj of or relating to the Arctic arctic adj extremely cold frigid,gelid,glacial,icy,polar arcturus n the 4th brightest star and the brightest star in the constellation Bootes; 36 light-years from Earth arcus n a whitish deposit in the shape of an arc that is sometimes seen in the cornea ardent adj characterized by intense emotion fervent,fervid,fiery,impassioned,torrid ardent adj characterized by strong enthusiasm warm ardent adj glowing or shining like fire ardently adv in an ardent manner ardor n a feeling of strong eagerness (usually in favor of a person or cause) zeal ardor n intense feeling of love ardor n feelings of great warmth and intensity fervor,fire ards n acute lung injury characterized by coughing and rales; inflammation of the lungs which become stiff and fibrous and cannot exchange oxygen; arduous adj characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort backbreaking,grueling,gruelling,hard,heavy,laborious,punishing arduous adj taxing to the utmost; testing powers of endurance straining,strenuous arduous adj difficult to accomplish; demanding considerable mental effort and skill are n a unit of surface area equal to 100 square meters ar area n a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or g country area n a subject of study area n a part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve region area n a particular environment or walk of life sphere,domain,orbit,field,arena areca n any of several tall tropical palms native to southeastern Asia having egg-shaped nuts arena n a particular environment or walk of life sphere,domain,area,orbit,field arena n the central area of an ancient Roman amphitheater where contests and spectacles were held; especially an area that was strewn with sand arena n a large structure for open-air sports or entertainments stadium,bowl arena n a playing field where sports events take place areola n small space in a tissue or body part such as the area between veins on a leaf or an insect's wing areola n small circular area such as that around the human nipple or an inflamed area around a pimple or insect bite ares n (Greek mythology) Greek god of war; son of Zeus and Hera; identified with Roman Mars argal n wild sheep of semidesert regions in central Asia argent n a metal tincture used in heraldry to give a silvery appearance argent adj of lustrous grey; covered with or tinged with the color of silver silver,silvery argentina n a republic in southern South America; second largest country in South America argentina n type genus of the Argentinidae: argentines argentine n any of various small silver-scaled salmon-like marine fishes argentine adj of or relating to or characteristic of Argentina or its people argentinian argentinian n a native or inhabitant of Argentina argentinian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Argentina or its people argentine argo n formerly a large constellation in the southern hemisphere between Canis Major and the Southern Cross; now divided into Carina and Pyxis and argon n a colorless and odorless inert gas; one of the six inert gases; comprises approximately 1% of the earth's atmosphere ar argonaut n someone engaged in a dangerous but potentially rewarding adventure argonaut n (Greek mythology) one of the heroes who sailed with Jason in search of the Golden Fleece argonaut n cephalopod mollusk of warm seas whose females have delicate papery spiral shells nautilus argonne n an American operation in World War I (1918); American troops under Pershing drove back the German armies which were saved only by the armist meuse argos n an ancient city in southeastern Greece; dominated the Peloponnese in the 7th century BC argosy n one or more large merchant ships argot n a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves) slang,cant,jargon,lingo,patois,vernacular arguable adj capable of being supported by argument arguable adj open to argument or debate debatable,disputable,moot arguably adv as can be shown by argument argue v present reasons and arguments reason argue v have an argument about something contend,debate,fence argue v give evidence of indicate arguing n a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement controversy,contention,contestation,disputation,tilt,argument argument n a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true statement argument n a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement controversy,contention,contestation,disputation,tilt,arguing argument n a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal argumentation,debate argument n a summary of the subject or plot of a literary work or play or movie argumentation n a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal argument,debate argumentation n a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning argument,line argumentative adj given to or characterized by argument argus n (Greek mythology) a giant with 100 eyes; was guardian of the heifer Io and was slain by Hermes argus n large brilliantly patterned East Indian pheasant argyle n a covered gravy holder of silver or other metal containing a detachable central vessel for hot water to keep the gravy warm argyll argyle n a design consisting of a pattern of varicolored diamonds on a solid background (originally for knitted articles); patterned after the tartan argyll argyle n a sock knitted or woven with an argyle design (usually used in the plural) argyll argyll n a covered gravy holder of silver or other metal containing a detachable central vessel for hot water to keep the gravy warm argyle argyll n a design consisting of a pattern of varicolored diamonds on a solid background (originally for knitted articles); patterned after the tartan argyle argyll n a sock knitted or woven with an argyle design (usually used in the plural) argyle aria n an elaborate song for solo voice ariadne n beautiful daughter of Minos and Pasiphae; she fell in love with Theseus and gave him the thread with which he found his way out of the Minot ariana n city in Tunisia arianism n heretical doctrine taught by Arius that asserted the radical primacy of the Father over the Son arid adj lacking sufficient water or rainfall waterless arid adj lacking vitality or spirit; lifeless desiccate,desiccated aries n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Aries ram aries n a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Pisces and Taurus aries n the first sign of the zodiac which the sun enters at the vernal equinox; the sun is in this sign from about March 21 to April 19 ram arietta n a short aria aright adv in an accurate manner correctly,right arikara n a member of the Caddo people who formerly lived in the Dakotas west of the Missouri river arikara n the Caddoan language spoken by the Arikara arise v come into existence; take on form or shape originate,rise,develop,uprise,grow arise v originate or come into being arise v rise to one's feet rise,uprise arise v result or issue arista n bristlelike process near the tip of the antenna of certain flies aristocracy n a privileged class holding hereditary titles nobility aristocracy n the most powerful members of a society gentry aristocrat n a member of the aristocracy patrician aristocratic adj belonging to or characteristic of the nobility or aristocracy blue,gentle,patrician aristotelian n a follower of Aristotle or an adherent of Aristotelianism peripatetic aristotelian adj of or relating to Aristotle or his philosophy peripatetic aristotle n one of the greatest of the ancient Athenian philosophers; pupil of Plato; teacher of Alexander the Great (384-322 BC) arithmetic n the branch of pure mathematics dealing with the theory of numerical calculations arithmetic adj relating to or involving arithmetic arithmetician n someone who specializes in arithmetic arizona n a state in southwestern United States; site of the Grand Canyon arizona n glossy snake arizonan n a native or resident of Arizona ark n (Judaism) sacred chest where the ancient Hebrews kept the two tablets containing the Ten Commandments ark n a boat built by Noah to save his family and animals from the flood arkansan n a native or resident of Arkansas arkansas n a state in south central United States; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War ar arkansas n a river that rises in the Rocky Mountains in Colorado and flows southeast through Kansas and Oklahoma and through Arkansas to become a tribu arlington n a city in northern Texas between Dallas and Fort Worth arm n a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior arm n any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm branch,limb arm n any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting weapon arm n the part of an armchair or sofa that supports the elbow and forearm of a seated person arm v prepare oneself for a military confrontation fortify,gird disarm arm v supply with arms armada n a large fleet armadillo n burrowing chiefly nocturnal mammal with body covered with strong horny plates armageddon n (New Testament) the scene of the final battle between the kings of the Earth at the end of the world armageddon n any catastrophically destructive battle armament n weaponry used by military or naval force armament n the act of equiping with weapons in preparation for war arming,equipping disarmament armature n coil in which voltage is induced by motion through a magnetic field armband n worn around arm as identification or to indicate mourning armband n a band worn around the upper arm armchair n chair with a support on each side for arms armed adj (used of persons or the military) characterized by having or bearing arms unarmed armed adj having arms or arms as specified; used especially in combination armed adj (used of plants and animals) furnished with bristles and thorns unarmed armenia n a landlocked republic in southwestern Asia; formerly an Asian soviet; modern Armenia is but a fragment of ancient Armenia which was one of t armenian n a native or inhabitant of Armenia armenian n the Indo-European language spoken predominantly in Armenia, but also in Azerbaijan armenian n a writing system having an alphabet of 38 letters in which the Armenian language is written armenian adj of or pertaining to Armenia or the people or culture of Armenia armful n the quantity that can be contained in the arms armhole n a hole through which you put your arm and where a sleeve can be attached armiger n a squire carrying the armor of a knight armiger n a nobleman entitled to bear heraldic arms armilla n a celestial globe consisting of metal hoops; used by early astronomers to determine the positions of stars armilla n (archeology) a bracelet worn around the wrist or arm armin n German hero; leader at the battle of Teutoburger Wald in AD 9 (circa 18 BC - AD 19) hermann arming n the act of equiping with weapons in preparation for war armament,equipping disarming armistice n a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms truce armlet n a band worn around the arm for decoration armoire n a large wardrobe or cabinet; originally used for storing weapons armor n protective covering made of metal and used in combat armour armor n a military unit consisting of armored fighting vehicles armour armor n tough more-or-less rigid protective covering of an animal or plant armour armor v equip with armor armour armored adj protected by armor (used of persons or things military) armored adj used of animals; provided with protective covering armored adj equipped with the complete arms and armor of a warrior armory n a collection of resources armoury,inventory armory n all the weapons and equipment that a country has arsenal,armoury armory n a military structure where arms and ammunition and other military equipment are stored and training is given in the use of arms arsenal,armoury armory n a place where arms are manufactured armoury,arsenal armour n a military unit consisting of armored fighting vehicles armor armour n protective covering made of metal and used in combat armor armour n tough more-or-less rigid protective covering of an animal or plant armor armour v equip with armor armor armoury n a collection of resources armory,inventory armoury n all the weapons and equipment that a country has arsenal,armory armoury n a military structure where arms and ammunition and other military equipment are stored and training is given in the use of arms arsenal,armory armoury n a place where arms are manufactured armory,arsenal armpit n the hollow under the arm where it is joined to the shoulder armrest n a support for the arm arms n weapons considered collectively weaponry,munition arms n the official symbols of a family, state, etc. blazon armstrong n United States astronaut; the first man to set foot on the Moon (July 20, 1969) (1930-) armstrong n United States pioneering jazz trumpeter and bandleader (1900-1971) army n a permanent organization of the military land forces of a nation or state army n a large number of people united for some specific purpose army n the army of the United States of America; the agency that organizes and trains soldiers for land warfare usa arno n a river in central Italy rising in the Apennines and flowing through Florence and Pisa to the Ligurian Sea arnold n English poet and literary critic (1822-1888) arnold n United States general and traitor in the American Revolution; in 1780 his plan to surrender West Point to the British was foiled (1741-1801) aroma n any property detected by the olfactory system smell,odor,odour,scent aroma n a distinctive odor that is pleasant fragrance,perfume,scent aromatherapy n the therapeutic use of aromatic plant extracts and essential oils in baths or massage aromatic adj (chemistry) of or relating to or containing one or more benzene rings aromatic adj having a strong pleasant odor redolent around adv in the area or vicinity about around adv by a circular or circuitous route around adv used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction about around adv in a circle or circular motion arousal n the act of arousing rousing arousal n a state of heightened physiological activity arousal n awakening from sleep arousal n mutual sexual fondling prior to sexual intercourse foreplay,stimulation arouse v call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) elicit,kindle,evoke,fire,raise,provoke arouse v stop sleeping awake,awaken,wake,waken arouse v summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic raise,conjure,invoke,evoke,stir arouse v cause to be alert and energetic stimulate,brace,energize aroused adj aroused to action aroused adj emotionally aroused stimulated,stirred aroused adj brought to a state of great tension aroused adj feeling great sexual desire horny,randy,steamy arrack n any of various strong liquors distilled from the fermented sap of toddy palms or from fermented molasses arak arraign v call before a court to answer an indictment arraign v accuse of a wrong or an inadequacy arraignment n a legal document calling someone to court to answer an indictment arrange v put into a proper or systematic order arrange v make arrangements for arrange v plan, organize, and carry out (an event) stage arrange v set (printed matter) into a specific format format arranged adj disposed or placed in a particular kind of order ordered arranged adj planned in advance arranged adj deliberately arranged for effect staged arrangement n the thing arranged or agreed to agreement arrangement n an orderly grouping (of things or persons) considered as a unit; the result of arranging arrangement n an organized structure for arranging or classifying organization,organisation,system arrangement n the spatial property of the way in which something is placed placement arranger n a person who brings order and organization to an enterprise organizer arranger n a musician who adapts a composition for particular voices or instruments or for another style of performance adapter,transcriber arranging n the act of arranging and adapting a piece of music arrangement,transcription arrant adj without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers complete,consummate,everlasting,gross,perfect,pure,stark,staring arras n a wall hanging of heavy handwoven fabric often with pictorial designs tapestry array n an orderly arrangement array n an impressive display array n especially fine or decorative clothing raiment,regalia array n an arrangement of aerials spaced to give desired directional characteristics array v lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line range array v align oneself with a group or a way of thinking align arrayed adj in ceremonial attire and paraphernalia arrears n the state of being behind in payments arrears n an unpaid overdue debt arrest n the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal) apprehension,catch,collar,pinch arrest n the state of inactivity following an interruption check,halt,hitch,stay,stop,stoppage arrest v take into custody collar,nail,apprehend,nab,cop arrest v hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of check,stop,contain arrest v attract and fix catch,get arrest v cause to stop halt,hold arresting adj commanding attention sensational,stunning arrhythmia n an abnormal rate of muscle contractions in the heart arrival n accomplishment of an objective reaching arrival n the act of arriving at a certain place arrival n someone who arrives (or has arrived) comer arrive v reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress get,come leave arrive v succeed in a big way; get to the top arrogance n overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors arrogant adj having or showing feelings of unwarranted importance out of overbearing pride chesty arrogantly adv in an arrogant manner arrogate v demand as being one's due or property; assert one's right or title to claim arrogate v make undue claims to having assign arrogate v seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession assume,usurp,seize arrow n a mark to indicate a direction or relation pointer arrow n a projectile with a straight thin shaft and an arrowhead on one end and stabilizing vanes on the other; intended to be shot from a bow arrowhead n the pointed head or striking tip of an arrow arrowroot n a nutritive starch obtained from the root of the arrowroot plant arrowroot n white-flowered West Indian plant whose root yields arrowroot starch arrowroot n canna grown especially for its edible rootstock from which arrowroot starch is obtained arrowsmith n a maker of arrows arroyo n a stream or brook arse n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,butt,backside,bum,buns,can,fundament,hindquarters arse n vulgar slang for anus arsehole,asshole arsehole n vulgar slang for anus arse,asshole arsenal n all the weapons and equipment that a country has armory,armoury arsenal n a military structure where arms and ammunition and other military equipment are stored and training is given in the use of arms armory,armoury arsenal n a place where arms are manufactured armory,armoury arsenate n a salt or ester of arsenic acid arsenic n a white powdered poisonous trioxide of arsenic; used in manufacturing glass and as a pesticide (rat poison) and weed killer arsenic n a very poisonous metallic element that has three allotropic forms; arsenic and arsenic compounds are used as herbicides and insecticides and as arsenide n a compound of arsenic with a more positive element arson n malicious burning to destroy property arsonist n a criminal who illegally sets fire to property incendiary,firebug art n the products of human creativity; works of art collectively art n the creation of beautiful or significant things art n a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation artistry,prowess art n photographs or other visual representations in a printed publication artwork,graphics artemis n (Greek mythology) the virgin goddess of the hunt and the Moon; daughter of Leto and twin sister of Apollo; identified with Roman Diana cynthia arterial adj of or involving or contained in the arteries arteriosclerosis n sclerosis of the arterial walls artery n a blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the body artery n a major thoroughfare that bears important traffic artesian adj (of water) rising to the surface under internal hydrostatic pressure artful adj not straightforward or candid; giving a false appearance of frankness disingenuous artful adj marked by skill in achieving a desired end especially with cunning or craft artless artfully adv in an artful manner artfully adv in a disingenuous manner artfully adv in an artful manner slyly arthritic n a person afflicted with arthritis arthritic adj of or pertaining to arthritis creaky,rheumatic,rheumatoid arthritis n inflammation of a joint or joints arthropod n invertebrate having jointed limbs and a segmented body with an exoskeleton made of chitin arthur n elected vice president and became 21st President of the United States when Garfield was assassinated (1830-1886) arthur n a legendary king of the Britons (possibly based on a historical figure in the 6th century but the story has been retold too many times to be arthurian adj of or relating to King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table artichoke n Mediterranean thistlelike plant widely cultivated for its large edible flower head artichoke n a thistlelike flower head with edible fleshy leaves and heart article n nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication article n one of a class of artifacts article n a separate section of a legal document (as a statute or contract or will) clause article n (grammar) a determiner that may indicate the specificity of reference of a noun phrase article v bind by a contract; especially for a training period articular adj relating to or affecting the joints of the body articulate v provide with a joint joint articulate v put into words or an expression formulate,word,phrase articulate v speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way pronounce,enunciate,say articulate v unite by forming a joint or joints articulate adj expressing yourself easily or characterized by clear expressive language inarticulate articulate adj consisting of segments held together by joints articulated articulated adj consisting of segments held together by joints articulate articulation n the aspect of pronunciation that involves bringing articulatory organs together so as to shape the sounds of speech articulation n the shape or manner in which things come together and a connection is made join,joint,juncture,junction articulation n expressing in coherent verbal form voice articulation n (anatomy) the point of connection between two bones or elements of a skeleton (especially if it allows motion) joint articulatory adj of or relating to articulation artifact n a man-made object taken as a whole artifice n a deceptive maneuver (especially to avoid capture) ruse artificial adj contrived by art rather than nature unreal natural artificial adj artificially formal contrived,hokey,stilted artificial adj not arising from natural growth or characterized by vital processes artificially adv not according to nature; not by natural means unnaturally naturally artillery n large but transportable armament gun,ordnance artillery n an army unit that uses big guns artillery n a means of persuading or arguing weapon artiodactyl n placental mammal having hooves with an even number of functional toes on each foot artiodactyl adj of or relating to or belonging to mammals of the order Artiodactyla artisan n a skilled worker who practices some trade or handicraft craftsman,journeyman artist n a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination artiste n a public performer (a dancer or singer) artistic adj relating to or characteristic of art or artists artistic adj satisfying aesthetic standards and sensibilities artistic adj aesthetically pleasing aesthetic artistically adv in an artistic manner artistry n a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation art,prowess artless adj characterized by an inability to mask your feelings; not devious ingenuous artless adj simple and natural; without cunning or deceit artful artless adj showing lack of art artless adj (of persons) lacking art or knowledge artois n a former province of northern France near the English Channel (between Picardy and Flanders) arts n studies intended to provide general knowledge and intellectual skills (rather than occupational or professional skills) humanities artwork n photographs or other visual representations in a printed publication art,graphics arty adj showily imitative of art or artists aruba n a popular island resort in the Netherlands Antilles arugula n erect European annual often grown as a salad crop to be harvested when young and tender rocket arum n starch resembling sago that is obtained from cuckoopint root arum n any plant of the family Araceae; have small flowers massed on a spadix surrounded by a large spathe aryan n (according to Nazi doctrine) a Caucasian person of Nordic descent (and not a Jew) aryan n a member of the prehistoric people who spoke Proto-Indo European aryan adj of or relating to the former Indo-European people as n a very poisonous metallic element that has three allotropic forms; arsenic and arsenic compounds are used as herbicides and insecticides and arsenic as n a United States territory on the eastern part of the island of Samoa as adv to the same degree (often followed by `as') equally asana n (Hinduism) a posture or manner of sitting (as in the practice of yoga) asap adv as soon as possible asbestos n a fibrous amphibole; used for making fireproof articles; inhaling fibers can cause asbestosis or lung cancer asbestosis n lung disease caused by inhaling asbestos particles ascend v travel up descend ascend v go back in order of genealogical succession ascend v become king or queen ascend v appear to be moving upward, as by means of tendrils ascendance n the state that exists when one person or group has power over another dominance,ascendancy,ascendency,control ascendancy n the state that exists when one person or group has power over another dominance,ascendance,ascendency,control ascendant n position or state of being dominant or in control ascendant n someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent) ancestor,antecedent,root ascendant adj tending or directed upward ascendant adj most powerful or important or influential dominating ascendency n the state that exists when one person or group has power over another dominance,ascendance,ascendancy,control ascending n the act of changing location in an upward direction rise,ascent,ascension ascending adj moving or going or growing upward descending ascension n (Christianity) celebration of the Ascension of Christ into heaven; observed on the 40th day after Easter ascension n a movement upward rise,rising,ascent ascension n (New Testament) the rising of the body of Jesus into heaven on the 40th day after his Resurrection ascension n (astronomy) the rising of a star above the horizon ascent n an upward slope or grade (as in a road) rise,raise,climb,upgrade descent ascent n a movement upward rise,rising,ascension ascent n the act of changing location in an upward direction rise,ascension,ascending ascertain v establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study determine,find ascertain v be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something see,check,insure,ensure,control,assure ascertain v find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort determine,check,see,watch,learn ascertain v learn or discover with certainty ascertainable adj capable of being ascertained or found out discoverable ascertained adj discovered or determined by scientific observation discovered,observed ascetic n someone who practices self denial as a spiritual discipline ascetic adj pertaining to or characteristic of an ascetic or the practice of rigorous self-discipline ascetic adj practicing great self-denial austere,spartan ascii n (computer science) a code for information exchange between computers made by different companies; a string of 7 binary digits represents eac ascot n a cravat with wide square ends; secured with an ornamental pin ascribe v attribute or credit to impute,assign,attribute ascus n saclike structure in which ascospores are formed through sexual reproduction of ascomycetes asexual adj not having or involving sex sexual asgard n (Norse mythology) the heavenly dwelling of the Norse gods (the Aesir) and slain war heroes ash n the residue that remains when something is burned ash n any of various deciduous pinnate-leaved ornamental or timber trees of the genus Fraxinus ash n strong elastic wood of any of various ash trees; used for furniture and tool handles and sporting goods such as baseball bats ash v convert into ashes ashamed adj feeling shame or guilt or embarrassment or remorse unashamed ashe n United States tennis player who was the first Black to win United States and English singles championships (1943-1993) ashen adj anemic looking from illness or emotion bloodless,livid,white ashen adj made of wood of the ash tree ashlar n a rectangular block of hewn stone used for building purposes ashore adv towards the shore from the water ashram n a place of religious retreat modeled after the Indian ashram ashram n (India) a place of religious retreat for Hindus ashton n British choreographer (1906-1988) ashtray n a receptacle for the ash from smokers' cigars or cigarettes ashur n chief god of the Assyrians; god of military prowess and empire; identified with Babylonian Anshar ashur n an ancient Assyrian city on the Tigris and traditional capital of Assyria; just to the south of the modern city of Mosul in Iraq ashy adj of a light grey asia n the largest continent with 60% of the earth's population; it is joined to Europe on the west to form Eurasia; it is the site of some of the asia n the nations of the Asian continent collectively asian n a native or inhabitant of Asia asiatic asian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Asia or the peoples of Asia or their languages or culture asiatic asiatic n a native or inhabitant of Asia asian asiatic adj of or relating to or characteristic of Asia or the peoples of Asia or their languages or culture asian aside n a line spoken by an actor to the audience but not intended for others on the stage aside n a message that departs from the main subject digression,parenthesis aside adv on or to one side aside adv out of the way (especially away from one's thoughts) away aside adv not taken into account or excluded from consideration apart aside adv in a different direction away asinine adj extremely silly or stupid fatuous,inane ask v make a request or demand for something to somebody ask v direct or put; seek an answer to ask v consider obligatory; request and expect require,expect ask v address a question to and expect an answer from inquire,enquire askance adj (used especially of glances) directed to one side with or as if with doubt or suspicion or envy asquint,squint,sidelong askance adv with suspicion or disapproval askance adv with a side or oblique glance asker n someone who asks a question inquirer,enquirer,questioner askew adj turned or twisted toward one side awry,cockeyed,lopsided,wonky askew adv turned or twisted to one side awry asking n the verbal act of requesting request aslant adj having an oblique or slanted direction aslope,diagonal,slanted,slanting,sloping aslant adv over or across in a slanting direction aslant adv at an oblique angle obliquely,athwart asleep adj in a state of sleep awake asleep adj lacking sensation numb asleep adj dead deceased,departed,gone asleep adv into a sleeping state asleep adv in the sleep of death aslope adj having an oblique or slanted direction aslant,diagonal,slanted,slanting,sloping asp n of southern Europe; similar to but smaller than the adder asp n cobra used by the Pharaohs as a symbol of their power over life and death asparagus n plant whose succulent young shoots are cooked and eaten as a vegetable asparagus n edible young shoots of the asparagus plant aspect n a distinct feature or element in a problem facet aspect n a characteristic to be considered aspect n the visual percept of a region view,prospect,scene,vista,panorama aspect n the beginning or duration or completion or repetition of the action of a verb aspen n any of several trees of the genus Populus having leaves on flattened stalks so that they flutter in the lightest wind asper n 20 aspers equal 1 kurus in Turkey asperity n something hard to endure grimness,hardship,rigor,severity asperity n harshness of manner sharpness asperse v charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone defame,slander,smirch,denigrate,smear,sully aspersion n a disparaging remark slur aspersion n an abusive attack on a person's character or good name calumny,slander,defamation aspersion n the act of sprinkling water in baptism (rare) sprinkling asphalt n mixed asphalt and crushed gravel or sand; used especially for paving but also for roofing asphalt n a dark bituminous substance found in natural beds and as residue from petroleum distillation; consists mainly of hydrocarbons asphalt v cover with tar or asphalt asphyxia n a condition in which insufficient or no oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged on a ventilatory basis; caused by choking or drowning or ele asphyxiate v deprive of oxygen and prevent from breathing smother,suffocate asphyxiate v impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of suffocate,stifle,choke asphyxiate v be asphyxiated; die from lack of oxygen suffocate,stifle asphyxiated adj in a state of asphyxia asphyxiating adj tending to deprive of oxygen asphyxiation n the condition of being deprived of oxygen (as by having breathing stopped) suffocation asphyxiation n killing by depriving of oxygen suffocation aspirant n an ambitious and aspiring young person hopeful,wannabe aspirant adj desiring or striving for recognition or advancement aspiring,wishful aspirate n a consonant pronounced with aspiration aspirate v remove by suction aspirate v pronounce with aspiration; of stop sounds aspirate v inhale (air, water, etc.) aspiration n a will to succeed aspiration n a cherished desire ambition,dream aspiration n a manner of articulation involving an audible release of breath aspiration n the act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing inhalation,inspiration,intake aspire v have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal aim aspirin n the acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer, Empirin, and St. Joseph) usuall bayer aspiring adj desiring or striving for recognition or advancement aspirant,wishful asquint adj (used especially of glances) directed to one side with or as if with doubt or suspicion or envy askance,squint,sidelong ass n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,bum,buns,can,fundament ass n a pompous fool ass n hardy and sure-footed animal smaller and with longer ears than the horse ass n slang for sexual intercourse fuck,fucking,screw,screwing,shag,shtup assail v attack someone physically or emotionally assault,attack assail v launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with attack assail v attack in speech or writing attack,round,snipe,assault assailable adj not defended or capable of being defended open assailant n someone who attacks attacker,aggressor assam n state in northeastern India assassin n a murderer (especially one who kills a prominent political figure) who kills by a surprise attack and often is hired to do the deed bravo assassin n a member of a secret order of Muslims (founded in the 12th century) who terrorized and killed Christian Crusaders assassinate v murder; especially of socially prominent persons assassinate v destroy or damage seriously, as of someone's reputation assassinated adj murdered by surprise attack for political reasons assassination n an attack intended to ruin someone's reputation assassination n murder of a public figure by surprise attack assault n close fighting during the culmination of a military attack assault n a threatened or attempted physical attack by someone who appears to be able to cause bodily harm if not stopped assault n thoroughbred that won the triple crown in 1946 assault n the crime of forcing a person to submit to sexual intercourse against his or her will rape,violation assault v attack someone physically or emotionally assail,attack assault v force (someone) to have sex against their will rape,violate,dishonor,dishonour,outrage assault v attack in speech or writing attack,round,assail,snipe assay n an appraisal of the state of affairs check assay n a substance that is undergoing an analysis of its components assay n a written report of the results of an analysis of the composition of some substance assay n a quantitative or qualitative test of a substance (especially an ore or a drug) to determine its components; frequently used to test for the assay v analyze (chemical substances) assay v make an effort or attempt try,seek,attempt,essay assayer n an analyst who assays (performs chemical tests on) metals assemblage n a group of persons together in one place gathering assemblage n a system of components assembled together for a particular purpose hookup assemblage n the social act of assembling assembly,gathering assemblage n several things grouped together or considered as a whole collection,aggregation,accumulation assemble v create by putting components or members together piece,tack disassemble assemble v collect in one place meet,gather,forgather assemble v get people together gather assembler n a program to convert assembly language into machine language assembling n the act of gathering something together collection,collecting,aggregation assembly n a group of machine parts that fit together to form a self-contained unit assembly n the act of constructing something (as a piece of machinery) fabrication assembly n a public facility to meet for open discussion forum assembly n a group of persons who are gathered together for a common purpose assemblyman n someone who is a member of a legislative assembly assent n agreement with a statement or proposal to do something acquiescence assent v to agree or express agreement accede,acquiesce dissent assert v state categorically maintain assert v to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true affirm,verify,avow,aver,swan,swear assert v insist on having one's opinions and rights recognized assert v postulate positively and assertively insist asserted adj confidently declared to be so asserting adj relating to the use of or having the nature of a declaration declarative,declaratory assertion n a declaration that is made emphatically (as if no supporting evidence were necessary) assertion n the act of affirming or asserting or stating something affirmation,statement assertive adj aggressively self-assured assertively adv in an assertive manner assertiveness n aggressive self-assurance; given to making bold assertions assess v evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of measure,evaluate,appraise,value assess v charge (a person or a property) with a payment, such as a tax or a fine assess v set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine) tax assess v estimate the value of (property) for taxation assessee n a person (or property) that is assessed assessment n the classification of someone or something with respect to its worth appraisal assessment n an amount determined as payable assessment n the market value set on assets assessment n the act of judging or assessing a person or situation or event judgment,judgement assessor n an official who evaluates property for the purpose of taxing it asset n a useful or valuable quality plus liability assets n anything of material value or usefulness that is owned by a person or company asshole n insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous bastard,cocksucker,dickhead,shit,motherfucker,prick,whoreson,sob asshole n vulgar slang for anus arse,arsehole assiduous adj marked by care and persistent effort sedulous assiduously adv with care and persistence assign v give an assignment to (a person) to a post, or assign a task to (a person) delegate,designate assign v give out allot,portion assign v attribute or credit to impute,ascribe,attribute assign v select something or someone for a specific purpose specify assignable adj legally transferable to the ownership of another negotiable,transferable assigned adj appointed to a post or duty assigning n the act of distributing something to designated places or persons assignment assignment n a duty that you are assigned to perform (especially in the armed forces) assignment n the instrument by which a claim or right or interest or property is transferred from one person to another assignment n the act of distributing something to designated places or persons assigning assignment n (law) a transfer of property by deed of conveyance grant assimilate v take up mentally absorb,ingest assimilate v become similar to one's environment assimilate v make similar assimilate v take (gas, light or heat) into a solution imbibe assimilating adj capable of taking (gas, light, or liquids) into a solution assimilation n the state of being assimilated; people of different backgrounds come to see themselves as part of a larger national family assimilation n the social process of absorbing one cultural group into harmony with another absorption assimilation n the process of absorbing nutrients into the body after digestion absorption assimilation n a linguistic process by which a sound becomes similar to an adjacent sound assist n the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose aid,assistance,help assist n (sports) the act of enabling another player to make a good play assist v give help or assistance; be of service help,aid assist v act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function assist v work for or be a servant to serve,attend assistance n the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose aid,assist,help assistance n a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do aid,help assistance n gift of money or other material help to support a person or cause aid assistant n a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose helper,help,supporter assistant adj of or relating to a person who is subordinate to another adjunct assisted adj having help; often used as a combining form aided unassisted assize n the regulation of weights and measures of articles offered for sale assize n an ancient writ issued by a court of assize to the sheriff for the recovery of property associate n a person who joins with others in some activity or endeavor associate n a friend who is frequently in the company of another companion,comrade,fellow,familiar associate n a person with subordinate membership in a society, institution, or commercial enterprise associate n any event that usually accompanies or is closely connected with another associate v make a logical or causal connection relate,link,connect dissociate associate v keep company with; hang out with consort,affiliate,assort associate v bring or come into association or action associate adj having partial rights and privileges or subordinate status association n a formal organization of people or groups of people association n the act of consorting with or joining with others association n the state of being connected together as in memory or imagination disassociation association n the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination connection,connexion associative adj characterized by or causing or resulting from the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination assoil v pronounce not guilty of criminal charges acquit,clear,discharge,exonerate,exculpate assonance n the repetition of similar vowels in the stressed syllables of successive words assort v keep company with; hang out with consort,associate,affiliate assort v arrange or order by classes or categories classify,class,sort,separate assorted adj consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds miscellaneous,mixed,motley,sundry assorted adj of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity various assortment n a collection containing a variety of sorts of things mixture,miscellany,variety,smorgasbord,potpourri,motley assortment n the act of distributing things into classes or categories of the same type categorization,classification assuage v cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of pacify,appease,mollify,placate,gentle assuage v satisfy (thirst) quench,allay assuage v provide physical relief, as from pain relieve,alleviate assuagement n the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced relief,alleviation assume v take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof presume assume v take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities adopt assume v take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect acquire,adopt,take assume v take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person bear,accept assumed adj adopted in order to deceive false,fictitious,pretended,sham assuming adj excessively forward presumptuous assumption n a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn premise assumption n a hypothesis that is taken for granted supposition,supposal assumption n the act of taking possession of or power over something assumption n celebration in the Roman Catholic Church of the Virgin Mary's being taken up into heaven when her earthly life ended; corresponds to the Dor assurance n freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities confidence,authority,sureness assurance n a binding commitment to do or give or refrain from something pledge assurance n a statement intended to inspire confidence assurance n a British term for some kinds of insurance assure v make certain of guarantee,ensure,insure,secure assure v inform positively and with certainty and confidence tell assure v assure somebody of the truth of something with the intention of giving the listener confidence assure v be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something see,check,insure,ensure,control,ascertain assured adj marked by assurance; exhibiting confidence assured adj characterized by certainty or security assuredly adv without a doubt assurgent adj rising from the sea assurgent adj growing or extending upward assuring adj giving confidence assyrian n an inhabitant of ancient Assyria assyrian n the language of modern Iraq assyrian n an extinct language of the Assyrians in ancient Mesopotamia astaire n United States dancer and cinema actor noted for his original and graceful tap dancing (1899-1987) astana n remote city of Kazakhstan that (ostensibly for security reasons) was made the capital in 1998 astasia n inability to stand due to muscular incoordination astatine n a highly unstable radioactive element (the heaviest of the halogen series); a decay product of uranium and thorium at aster n any of various chiefly fall-blooming herbs of the genus Aster with showy daisylike flowers aster n star-shaped structure formed in the cytoplasm of a cell having fibers like rays that surround the centrosome during mitosis asterisk n a star-shaped character * used in printing star asterisk v mark with an asterisk star astern adv stern foremost or backward astern adv at or near or toward the stern of a ship or tail of an airplane aft,abaft astern adv (of a ship or an airplane) behind asteroid n any of numerous small celestial bodies composed of rock and metal that move around the sun (mainly between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter) asteroid adj shaped like a star asthma n respiratory disorder characterized by wheezing; usually of allergic origin asthmatic n a person suffering from asthma asthmatic adj relating to breathing with a whistling sound wheezing astigmatism n (ophthalmology) impaired eyesight resulting usually from irregular conformation of the cornea; common in nearsighted people astigmatism n (optics) defect in an optical system in which light rays from a single point fail to converge in a single focal point stigmatism astilbe n any plant of the genus Astilbe having compound leaves and showy panicles of tiny colorful flowers astir adj out of bed up astir adj on the move about astonish v affect with wonder amaze,astound astonished adj filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock amazed,astounded,stunned astonishing adj surprising greatly amazing astonishing adj so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm astounding,staggering astonishingly adv in an amazing manner; to everyone's surprise amazingly,surprisingly astonishment n the feeling that accompanies something extremely surprising amazement astor n British politician (born in the United States) who was the first woman to sit in the British House of Commons (1879-1964) astor n United States capitalist (born in Germany) who made a fortune in fur trading (1763-1848) astound v affect with wonder amaze,astonish astounded adj filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock amazed,astonished,stunned astounding adj bewildering or striking dumb with wonder astounding adj so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm astonishing,staggering astraddle adv with one leg on each side astride astrakhan n the fur of young lambs astrakhan n a city in southwestern Russia on the delta of the Volga River astral adj being or relating to or resembling or emanating from stars stellar astray adv away from the right path or direction astray adv far from the intended target wide astride adv with one leg on each side astraddle astride adv with the legs stretched far apart astringe v constrict or bind or draw together astringe v become constricted or compressed astringent n a drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals astringent adj sour or bitter in taste acerb,acerbic astringent adj tending to draw together or constrict soft organic tissue astrodome n a transparent dome on top of an airplane where the navigator can make celestial observations astrologer n someone who predicts the future by the positions of the planets and sun and Moon astrological adj relating to or concerned with astrology astrology n a pseudoscience claiming divination by the positions of the planets and sun and moon astronaut n a person trained to travel in a spacecraft spaceman,cosmonaut astronautics n the theory and practice of navigation through air or space aeronautics astronomer n a physicist who studies astronomy stargazer astronomical adj relating or belonging to the science of astronomy astronomical adj inconceivably large galactic astronomically adv enormously astronomy n the branch of physics that studies celestial bodies and the universe as a whole astrophysicist n an astronomer who studies the physical properties of celestial bodies astrophysics n the branch of astronomy concerned with the physical and chemical properties of celestial bodies astute adj marked by practical hardheaded intelligence sharp,shrewd astutely adv in a shrewd manner shrewdly,acutely astuteness n intelligence manifested by being astute (as in business dealings) shrewdness astuteness n the intellectual ability to penetrate deeply into ideas depth asunder adj widely separated especially in space asunder adv into parts or pieces apart asylum n a shelter from danger or hardship refuge,sanctuary asylum n a hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person institution asymmetric adj characterized by asymmetry in the spatial arrangement or placement of parts or components asymmetrical asymmetrical adj characterized by asymmetry in the spatial arrangement or placement of parts or components asymmetric symmetrical asymmetrical adj irregular in shape or outline crooked asymmetry n (mathematics) a lack of symmetry dissymmetry,imbalance symmetry asymptomatic adj having no symptoms of illness or disease asymptote n a straight line that is the limiting value of a curve; can be considered as tangent at infinity asymptotic adj relating to or of the nature of an asymptote asynchronous adj (digital communication) pertaining to a transmission technique that does not require a common clock between the communicating devices; timin synchronous asynchronous adj not synchronous; not occurring or existing at the same time or having the same period or phase synchronous asyndeton n the omission of conjunctions where they would normally be used at n a highly unstable radioactive element (the heaviest of the halogen series); a decay product of uranium and thorium astatine at n 100 at equal 1 kip in Laos atavism n a reappearance of an earlier characteristic reversion,throwback atavistic adj characteristic of an atavist throwback ataxia n inability to coordinate voluntary muscle movements; unsteady movements and staggering gait ate n goddess of criminal rashness and its punishment atelier n a studio especially for an artist or designer aten n the sun (or solar disc) which was the deity of a monotheistic cult under the Pharaoh Akhenaten atheism n a lack of belief in the existence of God or gods theism atheist n someone who does not believe in the existence of a god atheist adj related to or characterized by or given to atheism atheistic atheistic adj rejecting any belief in gods unbelieving atheistic adj related to or characterized by or given to atheism atheist athelstan n the first Saxon ruler who extended his kingdom to include nearly all of England (895-939) athena n (Greek mythology) goddess of wisdom and useful arts and prudent warfare; guardian of Athens; identified with Roman Minerva pallas athenaeum n a literary or scientific association for the promotion of learning athenaeum n a place where reading materials are available athenian n a resident of Athens athenian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Athens or its inhabitants athens n the capital and largest city of Greece; named after Athena (its patron goddess) athens n a town in southeast Ohio athens n a university town in northeast Georgia atherosclerosis n a stage of arteriosclerosis involving fatty deposits (atheromas) inside the arterial walls, thus narrowing the arteries athlete n a person trained to compete in sports jock athletic adj relating to or befitting athletics or athletes athletic adj vigorously active acrobatic,gymnastic athletic adj having a sturdy and well proportioned body athleticism n intense energy athletics n an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition sport athletics n a contest between athletes athletics n participation in sports events as an extracurricular activity athos n an autonomous area in northeastern Greece that is the site of several Greek Orthodox monasteries founded in the tenth century athwart adv at right angles to the center line of a ship athwart adv at an oblique angle obliquely,aslant atlanta n state capital and largest city of Georgia; chief commercial center of the southeastern United States; was plundered and burned by Sherman's atlanta n a siege in which Federal troops under Sherman cut off the railroads supplying the city and then burned it; 1864 atlantic n the 2nd largest ocean; separates North and South America on the west from Europe and Africa on the east atlantic adj relating to or bordering the Atlantic Ocean atlantis n according to legend, an island in the Atlantic Ocean that Plato said was swallowed by an earthquake atlas n (Greek mythology) a Titan who was forced by Zeus to bear the sky on his shoulders atlas n a collection of maps in book form atlas n the 1st cervical vertebra atlas n a figure of a man used as a supporting column telamon atm n a unit of pressure: the pressure that will support a column of mercury 760 mm high at sea level and 0 degrees centigrade atmosphere atm n a means of digital communications that is capable of very high speeds; suitable for transmission of images or voice or video as well as data atm n an unattended machine (outside some banks) that dispenses money when a personal coded card is used atmosphere n a particular environment or surrounding influence ambiance,ambience atmosphere n a unit of pressure: the pressure that will support a column of mercury 760 mm high at sea level and 0 degrees centigrade atm atmosphere n the mass of air surrounding the Earth air atmosphere n the weather or climate at some place atmospheric adj relating to or located in the atmosphere atmospherics n a crackling or hissing noise caused by electrical interference static atoll n an island consisting of a circular coral reef surrounding a lagoon atom n (physics and chemistry) the smallest component of an element having the chemical properties of the element atom n (nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything molecule,particle,mote,speck atomic adj of or relating to or comprising atoms atomic adj (weapons) deriving destructive energy from the release of atomic energy nuclear atomic adj immeasurably small atomizer n a dispenser that turns a liquid (such as perfume) into a fine mist spray,sprayer,nebulizer atonal adj characterized by avoidance of traditional western tonality tonal atone v make amends for expiate,aby atone v turn away from sin or do penitence repent atonement n compensation for a wrong satisfaction atonement n the act of atoning for sin or wrongdoing (especially appeasing a deity) atop adv on, to, or at the top atrip adj (of an anchor) just clear of the bottom aweigh atrium n any chamber that is connected to other chambers or passageways (especially one of the two upper chambers of the heart) atrium n the central area in a building; open to the sky atrocious adj shockingly brutal or cruel flagitious,grievous,monstrous atrocious adj exceptionally bad or displeasing abominable,awful,dreadful,painful,terrible,unspeakable atrocious adj provoking horror frightful,horrifying,horrible,ugly atrocity n the quality of being shockingly cruel and inhumane barbarity atrocity n an act of atrocious cruelty inhumanity atrophied adj (of an organ or body part) diminished in size or strength as a result of disease or injury or lack of use wasted,diminished atrophy n a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse wasting atrophy n any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use) withering atrophy v undergo atrophy atropine n a poisonous crystalline alkaloid extracted from the nightshade family; used as an antispasmodic and to dilate the eye pupil; also administer attach v cause to be attached detach attach v be attached; be in contact with attach v become attached detach attach v create social or emotional ties bind,tie,bond attachable adj capable of being fastened or added to something else detachable attache n a specialist assigned to the staff of a diplomatic mission attache n a shallow and rectangular briefcase attached adj being joined in close association affiliated,connected attached adj used of buildings joined by common sidewalls detached attached adj associated in an exclusive sexual relationship committed unattached attached adj fond and affectionate attachment n a feeling of affection for a person or an institution attachment n a supplementary part or accessory attachment n a writ authorizing the seizure of property that may be needed for the payment of a judgment in a judicial proceeding attachment n a connection that fastens things together bond attack n (military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons) onslaught,onset attack n an offensive move in a sport or game attack n intense adverse criticism fire,flak,flack,blast attack n ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation approach attack v launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with assail defend attack v attack in speech or writing round,assail,snipe,assault attack v take the initiative and go on the offensive aggress attack v attack someone physically or emotionally assail,assault attacker n someone who attacks aggressor,assailant attacking adj disposed to attack attain v to gain with effort achieve,accomplish,reach attain v reach a point in time, or a certain state or level reach,hit attain v find unexpectedly strike,discover attain v reach a destination, either real or abstract reach,make,hit,gain attainable adj capable of being attained or accomplished attainder n cancellation of civil rights attained adj achieved or reached attainment n the act of achieving an aim attainment n arrival at a new stage attainment n an ability that has been acquired by training skill,accomplishment,acquirement,acquisition attaint v bring shame or dishonor upon dishonor,disgrace,dishonour,shame attaint v condemn by attainder attar n essential oil or perfume obtained from flowers attemper v modify the temperature of attempt n earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something effort,endeavor,endeavour,try attempt n the act of attacking attack attempt v make an effort or attempt try,seek,essay,assay attempt v enter upon an activity or enterprise undertake attempted adj tried unsuccessfully attend v be present at (meetings, church services, university), etc. miss attend v take charge of or deal with look,see attend v to accompany as a circumstance or follow as a result attend v work for or be a servant to serve,assist attendance n the act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.) attending attendance n the frequency with which a person is present attendance n the number of people that are present attendant n someone who waits on or tends to or attends to the needs of another tender attendant n a person who is present and participates in a meeting attendant n an event or situation that happens at the same time as or in connection with another accompaniment,concomitant attendant adj being present (at a meeting or event, etc.) attendant adj occurring with or following as a consequence consequent,accompanying,concomitant,incidental,resultant,sequent,collateral attended adj playing or singing with instrumental or vocal accompaniment accompanied attended adj having a caretaker or other watcher attending n the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others attention attending n the act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.) attendance attention n the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others attending inattention attention n the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something care,aid,tending attention n a general interest that leads people to want to know more attention n a courteous act indicating affection attentive adj (often followed by `to') giving care or attention inattentive attentive adj taking heed; giving close and thoughtful attention thoughtful attentively adv with attention; in an attentive manner attentiveness n paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people) heed,regard attentiveness n the trait of being considerate and thoughtful of others attentiveness n the trait of being observant and paying attention attenuate v weaken the consistency of (a chemical substance) rarefy attenuate v become weaker, in strength, value, or magnitude attenuate adj reduced in strength attenuated,faded,weakened attenuated adj of an electrical signal; reduced in amplitude with little or no distortion attenuated adj reduced in strength attenuate,faded,weakened attenuation n weakening in force or intensity fading attenuation n the property of something that has been weakened or reduced in thickness or density attest v provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes certify,manifest,demonstrate,evidence attest v authenticate, affirm to be true, genuine, or correct, as in an official capacity attest v give testimony in a court of law testify attest v establish or verify the usage of attested adj established as genuine authenticated,documented attic n floor consisting of open space at the top of a house just below roof; often used for storage loft,garret attic n the dialect of Ancient Greek spoken and written in Attica and Athens and Ionia ionic attic n informal terms for a human head bean,bonce,noodle,noggin,dome attic n (architecture) a low wall at the top of the entablature; hides the roof attic adj of or relating to Attica or its inhabitants or to the dialect spoken in Athens in classical times attica n the territory of Athens in ancient Greece where the Ionic dialect was spoken atticus n atlas moth attila n king of the Huns; the most successful barbarian invader of the Roman Empire (406-453) attire n clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion garb,dress attire v put on special clothes to appear particularly appealing and attractive overdress,prink attired adj dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination dressed,garbed,robed attitude n a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways attitude n the arrangement of the body and its limbs position,posture attitude n a theatrical pose created for effect attitude n position of aircraft or spacecraft relative to a frame of reference (the horizon or direction of motion) attitudinal adj of or relating to attitudes attorney n a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice lawyer attract v direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes pull,draw repel attract v be attractive to appeal repel attract v exert a force on (a body) causing it to approach or prevent it from moving away attraction n the force by which one object attracts another repulsion attraction n an entertainment that is offered to the public attraction n the quality of arousing interest; being attractive or something that attracts attractiveness attraction n a characteristic that provides pleasure and attracts magnet attractive adj pleasing to the eye or mind especially through beauty or charm unattractive attractive adj having power to arouse interest attractive adj having the properties of a magnet; the ability to draw or pull repulsive attractively adv in a beautiful manner beautifully attractiveness n the quality of arousing interest; being attractive or something that attracts attraction attractiveness n sexual allure attributable adj capable of being attributed attribute n a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished property,dimension attribute n an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of an entity attribute v attribute or credit to impute,ascribe,assign attribute v decide as to where something belongs in a scheme assign attribution n assigning some quality or character to a person or thing attribution n assigning to a cause or source attrition n erosion by friction abrasion attrition n the wearing down of rock particles by friction due to water or wind or ice grinding,abrasion attrition n sorrow for sin arising from fear of damnation contrition attrition n a wearing down to weaken or destroy attritional adj relating to or caused by attrition attune v adjust or accustom to; bring into harmony with atypic adj not representative of a group, class, or type atypical,untypical atypical adj not representative of a group, class, or type untypical,atypic typical atypical adj deviating from normal expectations; somewhat odd, strange, or abnormal irregular au n a soft yellow malleable ductile (trivalent and univalent) metallic element; occurs mainly as nuggets in rocks and alluvial deposits; does no gold au n a unit of length used for distances within the solar system; equal to the mean distance between the Earth and the Sun (approximately 93 mill auburn adj (of hair) colored a moderate reddish-brown auckland n the largest city and principal port of New Zealand auction n a variety of bridge in which tricks made in excess of the contract are scored toward game; now generally superseded by contract bridge auction n the public sale of something to the highest bidder auction v sell at an auction auctioneer auctioneer n an agent who conducts an auction auctioneer v sell at an auction auction audacious adj invulnerable to fear or intimidation brave,dauntless,fearless,hardy,intrepid audacious adj unrestrained by convention or propriety bodacious,brassy,brazen,insolent audacious adj disposed to venture or take risks daring,venturesome audaciousness n fearless daring audacity,temerity audaciousness n aggressive boldness or unmitigated effrontery audacity audacity n fearless daring audaciousness,temerity audacity n aggressive boldness or unmitigated effrontery audaciousness audible n a football play is changed orally after both teams have assumed their positions at the line of scrimmage audible adj heard or perceptible by the ear hearable inaudible audibly adv in an audible manner inaudibly audience n a gathering of spectators or listeners at a (usually public) performance audience n the part of the general public interested in a source of information or entertainment audience n an opportunity to state your case and be heard hearing audience n a conference (usually with someone important) consultation,interview audio n the audible part of a transmitted signal sound audio n an audible acoustic wave frequency audio n a recording of acoustic signals audio n the sound elements of television audit n an inspection of the accounting procedures and records by a trained accountant or CPA audit n a methodical examination or review of a condition or situation audit v examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification scrutinize,inspect audit v attend academic courses without getting credit audition n the ability to hear; the auditory faculty hearing audition n a test of the suitability of a performer tryout audition v perform in order to get a role auditor n someone who listens attentively hearer,listener auditor n a student who attends a course but does not take it for credit auditor n a qualified accountant who inspects the accounting records and practices of a business or other organization auditorium n the area of a theater or concert hall where the audience sits auditory adj of or relating to the process of hearing auger n a long flexible steel coil for dislodging stoppages in curved pipes snake auger n hand tool for boring holes gimlet,wimble aught n a quantity of no importance nothing,nil,nix,nada,null,cipher,cypher,naught augment v enlarge or increase augment v grow or intensify augmentation n the amount by which something increases augmentation n the statement of a theme in notes of greater duration (usually twice the length of the original) diminution augmentation n the act of augmenting augmented adj added to or made greater in amount or number or strength augur n (ancient Rome) a religious official who interpreted omens to guide public policy augur v indicate, as with a sign or an omen bode,portend,prognosticate,omen,presage,foreshadow,foretell,prefigure augur v predict from an omen august n the month following July and preceding September august adj of or befitting a lord grand,lordly august adj profoundly honored revered,venerable augusta n the capital of the state of Maine augusta n a city in eastern Georgia north-northwest of Savannah; noted for golf tournaments augustine n (Roman Catholic Church) one of the great Fathers of the early Christian church; after a dramatic conversion to Christianity he became bishop augustinian n a Roman Catholic friar or monk belonging to one of the Augustinian monastic orders augustus n Roman statesman who established the Roman Empire and became emperor in 27 BC; defeated Mark Antony and Cleopatra in 31 BC at Actium (63 BC - octavian auk n black-and-white short-necked web-footed diving bird of northern seas auld adj a Scottish word aunt n the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle auntie uncle auntie n the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle aunt aura n a sensation (as of a cold breeze or bright light) that precedes the onset of certain disorders such as a migraine attack or epileptic seizur aura n an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint aureole,halo,nimbus,glory aura n a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing air,atmosphere aural adj of or pertaining to hearing or the ear aural adj relating to or characterized by an aura aurelius n Emperor of Rome; nephew and son-in-law and adoptive son of Antonius Pius; Stoic philosopher; the decline of the Roman Empire began under Mar aureole n the outermost region of the sun's atmosphere; visible as a white halo during a solar eclipse corona aureole n an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint aura,halo,nimbus,glory auricle n a small conical pouch projecting from the upper anterior part of each atrium of the heart auricle n the externally visible cartilaginous structure of the external ear pinna,ear aurora n the first light of day dawn,dawning,morning,daybreak,sunrise,sunup aurora n an atmospheric phenomenon consisting of bands of light caused by charged solar particles following the earth's magnetic lines of force aurora n (Roman mythology) goddess of the dawn; counterpart of Greek Eos auroral adj of or relating to the atmospheric phenomenon auroras auroral adj characteristic of the dawn aurous adj of or relating to or containing or derived from gold auschwitz n a Nazi concentration camp for Jews in southwestern Poland during World War II auspice n a favorable omen auspices n kindly endorsement and guidance protection,aegis auspicious adj auguring favorable circumstances and good luck inauspicious aussie n a native or inhabitant of Australia australian austen n English novelist noted for her insightful portrayals of middle-class families (1775-1817) austere adj severely simple severe,stark,stern austere adj of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect stern austere adj practicing great self-denial ascetic,spartan austerely adv in an austere fashion austerity n the trait of great self-denial (especially refraining from worldly pleasures) austin n state capital of Texas on the Colorado River; site of the University of Texas austral n the basic unit of money in Argentina; equal to 100 centavos austral adj of the south or coming from the south australia n a nation occupying the whole of the Australian continent; Aboriginal tribes are thought to have migrated from southeastern Asia 20,000 years australia n the smallest continent; between the South Pacific and the Indian Ocean australian n a native or inhabitant of Australia aussie australian n the Austronesian languages spoken by Australian aborigines australian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Australia or its inhabitants or its languages australopithecine n any of several extinct humanlike bipedal primates with relatively small brains of the genus Australopithecus; from 1 to 4 million years ago australopithecine adj of or belonging to the hominid genus Australopithecus australopithecus n extinct genus of African hominid austria n a mountainous republic in central Europe; under the Habsburgs (1278-1918) Austria maintained control of the Holy Roman Empire and was a lead austrian n a native or inhabitant of Austria austrian adj of or relating to Austria or its people or culture authentic adj conforming to fact and therefore worthy of belief reliable authentic adj not counterfeit or copied unquestionable,veritable authentically adv genuinely; with authority genuinely authenticate v establish the authenticity of something authenticated adj established as genuine attested,documented authentication n a mark on an article of trade to indicate its origin and authenticity hallmark authentication n validating the authenticity of something or someone certification authenticity n undisputed credibility genuineness,legitimacy author n writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay) writer author n someone who originates or causes or initiates something generator,source author v be the author of authoress n a woman author authoritarian n a person who behaves in a tyrannical manner dictator authoritarian adj characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty autocratic,dictatorial,despotic,tyrannical authoritarian adj expecting unquestioning obedience dictatorial,overbearing authoritarianism n a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.) dictatorship,absolutism,despotism,stalinism,totalitarianism,tyranny authoritative adj having authority or ascendancy or influence important authoritative adj of recognized authority or excellence definitive authoritative adj sanctioned by established authority authorized authoritatively adv in an authoritative and magisterial manner authorities n the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit government,regime authority n the power or right to give orders or make decisions authorization,potency,dominance authority n (usually plural) persons who exercise (administrative) control over others authority n an expert whose views are taken as definitive authority n freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities assurance,confidence,sureness authorization n a document giving an official instruction or command mandate authorization n the power or right to give orders or make decisions authority,potency,dominance authorization n official permission or approval authority,sanction authorization n the act of conferring legality or sanction or formal warrant empowerment authorize v grant authorization or clearance for pass,clear authorize v give or delegate power or authority to empower authorized adj endowed with authority unauthorized authorized adj sanctioned by established authority authoritative authorship n the act of creating written works writing,composition,penning authorship n the act of initiating a new idea or theory or writing paternity autism n (psychiatry) an abnormal absorption with the self; marked by communication disorders and short attention span and inability to treat others autistic adj characteristic of or affected with autism auto n a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine car,automobile,machine,motorcar autobahn n an expressway in a German-speaking country autobiographer n someone who writes their own biography autobiographical adj of or relating to or characteristic of an autobiographer autobiographical adj relating to or in the style of an autobiography autobiography n a biography of yourself autobus n a vehicle carrying many passengers; used for public transport bus,coach,jitney,omnibus autoclave n a device for heating substances above their boiling point; used to manufacture chemicals or to sterilize surgical instruments sterilizer autoclave v subject to the action of an autoclave autocracy n a political system governed by a single individual autocracy n a political theory favoring unlimited authority by a single individual autocrat n a cruel and oppressive dictator tyrant,despot autocratic adj offensively self-assured or given to exercising usually unwarranted power bossy,dominating,magisterial,peremptory autocratic adj characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty authoritarian,dictatorial,despotic,tyrannical autocue n a device that displays words for people to read autograph n something written by one's own hand autograph n a person's own signature autograph v mark with one's signature inscribe autographed adj bearing an autograph autoimmune adj of or relating to the immune response of the body against substance normally present in the body autoimmunity n production of antibodies against the tissues of your own body; produces autoimmune disease or hypersensitivity reactions automat n a vending machine from which you can get food automat n a cafeteria where food is served from machines automated adj operated by automation automatic n light machine gun automatic n a pistol that will keep firing until the ammunition is gone or the trigger is released automatic adj operating with minimal human intervention; independent of external control manual automatic adj resembling the unthinking functioning of a machine robotic automatic adj without volition or conscious control reflex,reflexive automatically adv in a reflex manner automatically adv in a mechanical manner; by a mechanism mechanically automation n the act of implementing the control of equipment with advanced technology; usually involving electronic hardware mechanization automation n the condition of being automatically operated or controlled automation n equipment used to achieve automatic control or operation automaton n someone who acts or responds in a mechanical or apathetic way zombie automaton n a mechanism that can move automatically robot,golem automobile n a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine car,auto,machine,motorcar automobile v travel in an automobile automotive adj of or relating to motor vehicles automotive adj containing within itself the means of propulsion or movement autonomic adj relating to or controlled by the autonomic nervous system autonomous adj (of political bodies) not controlled by outside forces independent,sovereign autonomous adj existing as an independent entity autonomous adj (of persons) free from external control and constraint in e.g. action and judgment autonomy n immunity from arbitrary exercise of authority: political independence liberty autonomy n personal independence autopilot n a cognitive state in which you act without self-awareness autopilot n a navigational device that automatically keeps ships or planes or spacecraft on a steady course autopsy n an examination and dissection of a dead body to determine cause of death or the changes produced by disease postmortem,pm autopsy v perform an autopsy on a dead body; do a post-mortem autoradiograph n a radiogram produced by radiation emitted by the specimen being photographed autosome n any chromosome that is not a sex chromosome; appear in pairs in body cells but as single chromosomes in spermatozoa autotrophic adj of or relating to organisms (as green plants) that can make complex organic nutritive compounds from simple inorganic sources by photosynthe heterotrophic autumn n the season when the leaves fall from the trees fall autumnal adj of or characteristic of or occurring in autumn wintry,vernal autumnal adj characteristic of late maturity verging on decline auxiliary n someone who acts as assistant aide auxiliary adj functioning in a supporting capacity subsidiary,supplemental,supplementary auxiliary adj furnishing added support accessory,adjunct,ancillary,adjuvant av n the eleventh month of the civil year; the fifth month of the ecclesiastical year in the Jewish calendar (in July and August) ab avail n a means of serving help,service avail v use to one's advantage avail v be of use to, be useful to avail v take or use help availability n the quality of being at hand when needed accessibility unavailability available adj obtainable or accessible and ready for use or service unavailable available adj not busy; not otherwise committed uncommitted available adj convenient for use or disposal usable avalanche n a slide of large masses of snow and ice and mud down a mountain avalanche n a sudden appearance of an overwhelming number of things avalanche v gather into a huge mass and roll down a mountain, of snow avarice n reprehensible acquisitiveness; insatiable desire for wealth (personified as one of the deadly sins) greed,covetousness avarice n extreme greed for material wealth covetousness,cupidity avatar n a new personification of a familiar idea embodiment,incarnation avatar n the manifestation of a Hindu deity (especially Vishnu) in human or superhuman or animal form avena n oats avenge v take revenge for a perceived wrong revenge,retaliate avenged adj for which vengeance has been taken avenger n someone who takes vengeance avenue n a line of approach avenue n a wide street or thoroughfare boulevard aver v report or maintain allege,say aver v to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true affirm,verify,assert,avow,swan,swear average n a statistic describing the location of a distribution norm average n (sports) the ratio of successful performances to opportunities average n an intermediate scale value regarded as normal or usual average v amount to or come to an average, without loss or gain average v achieve or reach on average average v compute the average of average adj approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value mean average adj lacking special distinction, rank, or status; commonly encountered ordinary average adj lacking exceptional quality or ability fair,mediocre,middling average adj around the middle of a scale of evaluation intermediate,medium averse adj (usually followed by `to') strongly opposed antipathetic,loath aversion n a feeling of intense dislike antipathy,distaste aversion n the act of turning yourself (or your gaze) away averting aversive adj tending to repel or dissuade avert v prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening forfend,obviate,deflect,avoid avert v turn away or aside averting n the act of preventing something from occurring averting n the act of turning yourself (or your gaze) away aversion avesta n a collection of Zoroastrian texts gathered during the 4th or 6th centuries avestan n an ancient Iranian language avestan n the script in which the ancient Persian language of the Avesta is written avestan adj of or pertaining to the Avesta (sacred text of Zoroastrianism) avian adj pertaining to or characteristic of birds aviary n a building where birds are kept aviate v operate an airplane fly,pilot aviation n the aggregation of a country's military aircraft aviation n the operation of aircraft to provide transportation aviation n the art of operating aircraft aviation n travel via aircraft air aviator n someone who operates an aircraft airman,flier,flyer avid adj (often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous devouring,greedy avid adj marked by active interest and enthusiasm zealous avidly adv in an avid manner avignon n a town in southeastern France on the Rhone River; the seat of the papacy from 1309 to 1378 and the residence of antipopes during the Great S avocado n a pear-shaped tropical fruit with green or blackish skin and rich yellowish pulp enclosing a single large seed aguacate avocado n tropical American tree bearing large pulpy green fruits avocado adj of the dull yellowish green of the meat of an avocado avocation n an auxiliary activity hobby,pursuit,sideline avocet n long-legged web-footed black-and-white shorebird with slender upward-curving bill avoid v stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something confront avoid v prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening forfend,obviate,deflect,avert avoid v refrain from doing something avoid v refrain from certain foods or beverages avoidable adj capable of being avoided or warded off avoidance n deliberately avoiding; keeping away from or preventing from happening shunning,dodging avon n a river in southwestern England rising in Gloucestershire and flowing through Bristol to empty into the estuary of the Severn avon n a river in central England that flows through Stratford-on-Avon and empties into the Severn avon n a county in southwestern England avouch v admit openly and bluntly; make no bones about avow avow v to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true affirm,verify,assert,aver,swan,swear avow v admit openly and bluntly; make no bones about avouch disavow avowed adj openly declared as such professed avowedly adv by open declaration avowedly adv as acknowledged true,admittedly avulse v separate by avulsion avuncular adj resembling a uncle in kindness or indulgence avuncular adj being or relating to an uncle await v look forward to the probable occurrence of expect,look,wait awaited adj expected hopefully anticipated awake v stop sleeping arouse,awaken,wake,waken awake adj not in a state of sleep; completely conscious asleep awake adj mentally perceptive and responsive alert,alive awaken v cause to become awake or conscious wake,waken,rouse,arouse awaken v stop sleeping awake,arouse,wake,waken awaken v make aware awakened adj aroused or activated awakened adj (somewhat formal) having been waked up awakening n the act of waking award n a grant made by a law court awarding award n a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction accolade,honor,honour,laurels award n something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery prize award v give, especially as an honor or reward present award v give as judged due or on the basis of merit grant awarding n a grant made by a law court award aware adj (sometimes followed by `of') having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception cognizant unaware aware adj bearing in mind; attentive to mindful awareness n having knowledge of consciousness,cognizance awareness n state of elementary or undifferentiated consciousness sentience awash adj covered with water afloat,flooded,inundated,overflowing away adj not present; having left away adj used of an opponent's ground home away adj (of a baseball pitch) on the far side of home plate from the batter outside away adv from a particular thing or place or position (`forth' is obsolete) off,forth away adv from one's possession out away adv out of the way (especially away from one's thoughts) aside away adv out of existence awe n an overwhelming feeling of wonder or admiration awe n a feeling of profound respect for someone or something fear,reverence,veneration awe v inspire awe in awed adj inspired by a feeling of fearful wonderment or reverence awful awed adj having or showing a feeling of mixed reverence and respect and wonder and dread aweigh adj (used of an anchor) hanging clear of the bottom aweigh adj (of an anchor) just clear of the bottom atrip aweless adj devoid of any feeling of awe or reverence aweless adj neither feeling nor showing respect disrespectful awesome adj inspiring awe or admiration or wonder amazing,awful,awing awful adj exceptionally bad or displeasing atrocious,abominable,dreadful,painful,terrible,unspeakable awful adj causing fear or dread or terror dire,dread,dreaded,dreadful,fearful,fearsome,frightening,horrendous awful adj offensive or even (of persons) malicious nasty awful adj inspired by a feeling of fearful wonderment or reverence awed awful adv used as intensifiers terribly,awfully,frightfully awfully adv used as intensifiers terribly,awful,frightfully awfully adv of a dreadful kind dreadfully,horribly awfully adv in a terrible manner terribly,abysmally awfulness n a quality of extreme unpleasantness awheel adj traveling by wheeled vehicle such as bicycle or automobile e.g. awhile adv for a short time awing adj inspiring awe or admiration or wonder amazing,awesome,awful awkward adj causing inconvenience awkward adj lacking grace or skill in manner or movement or performance graceful awkward adj difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape bunglesome,clumsy,ungainly awkward adj not elegant or graceful in expression clumsy,cumbersome,inept awkwardly adv in an awkward manner awkwardness n unskillfulness resulting from a lack of training clumsiness,ineptness,ineptitude,slowness awkwardness n the quality of an embarrassing situation awkwardness n the carriage of someone whose movements and posture are ungainly or inelegant clumsiness awkwardness n the inelegance of someone stiff and unrelaxed (as by embarrassment) clumsiness,stiffness awl n a pointed tool for marking surfaces or for punching small holes awn n slender bristlelike appendage found on the bracts of grasses awning n a canopy made of canvas to shelter people or things from rain or sun sunshade awol n one who is away or absent without leave awol adj absent without permission truant awry adj turned or twisted toward one side askew,cockeyed,lopsided,wonky awry adj not functioning properly amiss,haywire,wrong awry adv away from the correct or expected course amiss awry adv turned or twisted to one side askew ax n an edge tool with a heavy bladed head mounted across a handle axe ax v chop or split with an ax axe ax v terminate axe axe n an edge tool with a heavy bladed head mounted across a handle ax axe v chop or split with an ax ax axe v terminate ax axenic adj (of experimental animals) raised under sterile conditions axenic adj (used of cultures of microorganisms) completely free from other organisms axial adj of or relating to or resembling an axis of rotation axial adj relating to or attached to the axis axial adj situated on or along or in the direction of an axis axil n the upper angle between an axis and an offshoot such as a branch or leafstalk axiom n a saying that is widely accepted on its own merits maxim axiom n (logic) a proposition that is not susceptible of proof or disproof; its truth is assumed to be self-evident axiomatic adj evident without proof or argument axiomatic adj containing aphorisms or maxims axiomatic adj of or relating to or derived from axioms axis n a straight line through a body or figure that satisfies certain conditions axis n the main stem or central part about which plant organs or plant parts such as branches are arranged axis n in World War II the alliance of Germany and Italy in 1936 which later included Japan and other nations axis n a group of countries in special alliance bloc axle n a shaft on which a wheel rotates axon n long nerve fiber that conducts away from the cell body of the neuron ayah n (in India) a native nursemaid who looks after children ayatollah n a high-ranking Shiite religious leader who is regarded as an authority on religious law and its interpretation and who has political power a ayrshire n hardy breed of dairy cattle from Ayr, Scotland azalea n any of numerous ornamental shrubs grown for their showy flowers of various colors azerbaijani n a native or inhabitant of Azerbaijan azerbaijani n the Turkic language spoken by the Azerbaijani azerbaijani adj of or pertaining to Azerbaijan or the people or culture of Azerbaijan aztec n a member of the Nahuatl people who established an empire in Mexico that was overthrown by Cortes in 1519 azure n a light shade of blue sapphire azure v color azure azure adj of a deep somewhat purplish blue color similar to that of a clear October sky azygos adj occurring singly; not one of a pair b n aerobic rod-shaped spore-producing bacterium; often occurring in chainlike formations; found primarily in soil bacillus b n originally thought to be a single vitamin but now separated into several B vitamins b n a trivalent metalloid element; occurs both in a hard black crystal and in the form of a yellow or brown powder boron b n a logarithmic unit of sound intensity equal to 10 decibels bel ba n a soft silvery metallic element of the alkali earth group; found in barite barium ba n a bachelor's degree in arts and sciences ab baa n the cry made by sheep baa v cry plaintively bleat,blate,blat baal n any of numerous local fertility and nature deities worshipped by ancient Semitic peoples; the Hebrews considered Baal a false god baas n South African term for `boss' baba n a small cake leavened with yeast babbitt n an alloy of tin with some copper and antimony; a lining for bearings that reduces friction babbitt v line with a Babbitt metal babble n gibberish resembling the sounds of a baby babbling babble v utter meaningless sounds, like a baby, or utter in an incoherent way babble v to talk foolishly blather,smatter,blither babble v flow in an irregular current with a bubbling noise ripple,guggle,burble,bubble,gurgle babble v divulge confidential information or secrets talk,tattle,blab,peach,sing babbler n an obnoxious and foolish and loquacious talker prater,chatterbox,magpie babbler n any of various insectivorous Old World birds with a loud incessant song; in some classifications considered members of the family Muscicapid babbling n gibberish resembling the sounds of a baby babble babe n a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk baby,infant babel n (Genesis 11:1-11) a tower built by Noah's descendants (probably in Babylon) who intended it to reach up to heaven; God foiled them by confus babel n a confusion of voices and other sounds baboon n large terrestrial monkeys having doglike muzzles babu n used as a Hindi courtesy title; equivalent to English `Mr' babushka n a woman's headscarf folded into a triangle and tied under the chin; worn by Russian peasant women baby n a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk babe,infant baby n the youngest member of a group (not necessarily young) baby n an immature childish person child baby n an unborn child; a human fetus baby v treat with excessive indulgence pamper,featherbed,cosset,cocker,coddle,mollycoddle,spoil,indulge babyhood n the early stage of growth or development infancy babyhood n the earliest state of immaturity infancy babyish adj characteristic of a baby babylon n the chief city of ancient Mesopotamia and capital of the ancient kingdom of Babylonia babylonian n an inhabitant of ancient Babylon babylonian n the ideographic and syllabic writing system in which the ancient Babylonian language was written babylonian adj of or relating to the city of Babylon or its people or culture babysit v take watchful responsibility for babysit v work or act as a baby-sitter sit babysitter n a person engaged to care for children when the parents are not home sitter babysitting n the work of a baby sitter; caring for children when their parents are not home baccalaureate n a farewell sermon to a graduating class at their commencement ceremonies baccalaureate n an academic degree conferred on someone who has successfully completed undergraduate studies baccarat n a card game played in casinos in which two or more punters gamble against the banker; the player wins who holds 2 or 3 cards that total clos bacchanal n someone who engages in drinking bouts bacchant bacchanal n a drunken reveller; a devotee of Bacchus bacchant bacchanal n a wild gathering involving excessive drinking and promiscuity orgy,debauchery,riot,bacchanalia bacchanal adj used of riotously drunken merrymaking carousing bacchanalia n an orgiastic festival in ancient Greece in honor of Dionysus (= Bacchus) bacchanalia n a wild gathering involving excessive drinking and promiscuity orgy,debauchery,riot,bacchanal bacchant n someone who engages in drinking bouts bacchanal bacchant n a drunken reveller; a devotee of Bacchus bacchanal bacchant n (classical mythology) a priest or votary of Bacchus bacchus n (classical mythology) god of wine; equivalent of Dionysus bach n German baroque organist and contrapuntist; composed mostly keyboard music; one of the greatest creators of western music (1685-1750) bach n the music of Bach bach v lead a bachelor's existence bachelor bachelor n a man who has never been married bachelor n a knight of the lowest order; could display only a pennon bachelor v lead a bachelor's existence bach bachelorette n a young unmarried woman who lives alone bacillus n aerobic rod-shaped spore-producing bacterium; often occurring in chainlike formations; found primarily in soil b back n the posterior part of a human (or animal) body from the neck to the end of the spine dorsum back n the side that goes last or is not normally seen rear back n the part of something that is furthest from the normal viewer rear front back n (football) a person who plays in the backfield back v be behind; approve of endorse,support back v travel backward back v give support or one's approval to second,endorse back v cause to travel backward advance back adj related to or located at the back front back adj located at or near the back of an animal hind,hinder back adj of an earlier date back adv in or to or toward a former location back adv at or to or toward the back or rear backward,backwards,rearward back adv in or to or toward an original condition back adv in or to or toward a past time backward ahead backache n an ache localized in the back backbite v say mean things bitch backbiter n one who attacks the reputation of another by slander or libel slanderer backboard n a raised vertical board with basket attached; used to play basketball backboard n a board used to support the back of someone or something backbone n a central cohesive source of support and stability anchor,mainstay,keystone,linchpin backbone n fortitude and determination grit,guts,moxie,sand,gumption backbone n the series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord spine,back backbone n the part of a book's cover that encloses the inner side of the book's pages and that faces outward when the book is shelved spine backbreaking adj characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort arduous,grueling,gruelling,hard,heavy,laborious,punishing backchat n light teasing repartee banter backdoor n an undocumented way to get access to a computer system or the data it contains backdoor n an entrance at the rear of a building backdoor n a secret or underhand means of access (to a place or a position) backdrop n scenery hung at back of stage background backed adj having a back or backing, usually of a specified type backless backed adj used of film that is coated on the side opposite the emulsion with a substance to absorb light backer n invests in a theatrical production angel backfield n the offensive football players who line up behind the linemen backfire n the backward escape of gases and unburned gunpowder after a gun is fired blowback backfire n a loud noise made by the explosion of fuel in the manifold or exhaust of an internal combustion engine backfire n a fire that is set intentionally in order to slow an approaching forest fire or grassfire by clearing a burned area in its path backfire n a miscalculation that recoils on its maker boomerang backfire v come back to the originator of an action with an undesired effect backlash,recoil backfire v emit a loud noise as a result of undergoing a backfire backfire v set a controlled fire to halt an advancing forest to prairie fire backgammon n a board game for two players; pieces move according to throws of the dice background n a person's social heritage: previous experience or training background n the part of a scene (or picture) that lies behind objects in the foreground ground background n information that is essential to understanding a situation or problem background n extraneous signals that can be confused with the phenomenon to be observed or measured background v understate the importance or quality of foreground backhand n a return made with the back of the hand facing the direction of the stroke backhand v hit a tennis ball backhand backhand adj (of racket strokes) made across the body with back of hand facing direction of stroke backhanded forehand backhand adj (of handwriting) having the letters slanting backward backhanded adj (of racket strokes) made across the body with back of hand facing direction of stroke backhand backhanded adj roundabout or ambiguous backhoe n an excavator whose shovel bucket is attached to a hinged boom and is drawn backward to move earth backing n the act of providing approval and support backup,championship,patronage backing n something forming a back that is added for strengthening mount backing n financial resources provided to make some project possible support,funding backlash n a movement back from an impact recoil,repercussion,rebound backlash n an adverse reaction to some political or social occurrence backlash v come back to the originator of an action with an undesired effect backfire,recoil backless adj lacking a back backed backlog n an accumulation of jobs not done or materials not processed that are yet to be dealt with (especially unfilled customer orders for products backlog n the large log at the back of a hearth fire backlog n something kept back or saved for future use or a special purpose reserve,stockpile backlog v accumulate and create a backlog backmost adj located farthest to the rear hindmost backpack n a bag carried by a strap on your back or shoulder knapsack,rucksack backpack v hike with a backpack pack backpacking n carrying something in a pack on the back packing backpedal v pedal backwards on a bicycle backpedal v step backwards, in boxing backpedal v modify one's opinion, make it less strong backroom n the meeting place of a group of leaders who make their decisions via private negotiations backsaw n a handsaw that is stiffened by metal reinforcement along the upper edge backseat n a secondary or inferior position or status backseat n a seat at the back of a vehicle (especially the seat at the back of an automobile) backside n the side of an object that is opposite its front rear backside n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,bum,buns,can,fundament,hindquarters backslap v display excessive cordiality (towards) backslide v drop to a lower level, as in one's morals or standards lapse backslider n someone who lapses into previous undesirable patterns of behavior recidivist backsliding n a failure to maintain a higher state lapse,lapsing,relapse,relapsing,reversion,reverting backspace n the typewriter key used for back spacing backspace v hit the backspace key on a computer or typewriter keyboard backspin n spin (usually of a moving ball) that retards or reverses the forward motion backstage n a stage area out of sight of the audience wing,offstage backstage adj concealed from public view or attention offstage backstage adv out of view of the public; behind the scenes backstage adv in or to a backstage area of a theater backstitch n an overlapping stitch made by starting the next stitch at the middle of the preceding one backstitch v do backstitches backstop n (baseball) the person who plays the position of catcher catcher backstop n (baseball) a fence or screen (as behind home plate) to prevent the ball from traveling out of the playing field backstop n a precaution in case of an emergency backstop v act as a backstop backstroke n a swimming stroke that resembles the crawl except the swimmer lies on his or her back backstroke v swim on one's back backtalk n an impudent or insolent rejoinder sass,lip,mouth backtrack v retrace one's course backup n an accumulation caused by clogging or a stoppage backup n someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult) substitute,relief,reliever backup n a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts accompaniment,support backup n (computer science) a copy of a file or directory on a separate storage device backward adj directed or facing toward the back or rear forward backward adj (used of temperament or behavior) marked by a retiring nature forward backward adj retarded in intellectual development backward adj having made less than normal progress backward adv at or to or toward the back or rear back,backwards,rearward forward backward adv in a manner or order or direction the reverse of normal backwards backward adv in or to or toward a past time back forward backwardness n lack of normal development of intellectual capacities retardation,slowness,subnormality backwards adv at or to or toward the back or rear back,backward,rearward backwards adv in a manner or order or direction the reverse of normal backward backwash n the flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller slipstream,race,wash backwash n the consequences of an event (especially a catastrophic event) aftermath,wake backwash n the wave that spreads behind a boat as it moves forward wake backwater n a body of water that was created by a flood or tide or by being held or forced back by a dam backwater n a place or condition in which no development or progress is occurring backwoods n a remote and undeveloped area boondocks,hinterland backwoodsman n a man who lives on the frontier backyard n the grounds in back of a house bacon n back and sides of a hog salted and dried or smoked; usually sliced thin and fried bacon n English scientist and Franciscan monk who stressed the importance of experimentation; first showed that air is required for combustion and f bacon n English statesman and philosopher; precursor of British empiricism; advocated inductive reasoning (1561-1626) bacteria n (microbiology) single-celled or noncellular spherical or spiral or rod-shaped organisms lacking chlorophyll that reproduce by fission; impor bacterium bacterial adj relating to or caused by bacteria bacteriology n the branch of medical science that studies bacteria in relation to disease bacterium n (microbiology) single-celled or noncellular spherical or spiral or rod-shaped organisms lacking chlorophyll that reproduce by fission; impor bacteria bad n that which is below standard or expectations as of ethics or decency badness good bad adj having undesirable or negative qualities good bad adj very intense big bad adj feeling physical discomfort or pain (`tough' is occasionally used colloquially for `bad') tough bad adj (of foodstuffs) not in an edible or usable condition spoiled,spoilt bad adv with great intensity (`bad' is a nonstandard variant for `badly') badly bad adv very much; strongly badly baddie n the principal bad character in a film or work of fiction villain bade n a Chadic language spoken in northern Nigeria badge n an emblem (a small piece of plastic or cloth or metal) that signifies your status (rank or membership or affiliation etc.) badge n any feature that is regarded as a sign of status (a particular power or quality or rank) badge v put a badge on badger n a native or resident of Wisconsin badger n sturdy carnivorous burrowing mammal with strong claws; widely distributed in the northern hemisphere badger v annoy persistently tease,pester,bug,beleaguer badger v persuade through constant efforts badgering n the act of harassing someone worrying,torment badlands n deeply eroded barren land badlands n an eroded and barren region in southwestern South Dakota and northwestern Nebraska badly adv to a severe or serious degree severely,gravely,seriously badly adv (`ill' is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well ill,poorly badly adv evilly or wickedly badly adv in a disobedient or naughty way badminton n a game played on a court with light long-handled rackets used to volley a shuttlecock over a net badmouth v speak unfavorably about malign,traduce badness n that which is below standard or expectations as of ethics or decency bad goodness badness n used of the degree of something undesirable e.g. pain or weather severity badness n an attribute of mischievous children mischievousness baedeker n German publisher of a series of travel guidebooks (1801-1859) baedeker n any of a series of travel guidebooks published by the German firm founded by Karl Baedeker baffle n a flat plate that controls or directs the flow of fluid or energy baffle v be a mystery or bewildering to perplex,vex,stick,get,puzzle,mystify,beat,pose baffle v hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of thwart,queer,spoil,scotch,foil,cross,frustrate,bilk baffle v restrain the emission of (sound, fluid, etc.) regulate baffled n people who are frustrated and perplexed baffled adj perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment befuddled,bemused,bewildered,confounded,confused,lost baffling adj making great mental demands; hard to comprehend or solve or believe elusive,knotty,problematic,problematical,tough bag n a flexible container with a single opening bag n the quantity of game taken in a particular period (usually by one person) bag n a place that the runner must touch before scoring base bag n a container used for carrying money and small personal items or accessories (especially by women) handbag,pocketbook,purse bag v capture or kill, as in hunting bag v hang loosely, like an empty bag bag v bulge out; form a bulge outward, or be so full as to appear to bulge bulge bag v take unlawfully pocket bagasse n the dry dusty pulp that remains after juice is extracted from sugar cane or similar plants bagdad n capital and largest city of Iraq; located on the Tigris River baghdad bagel n (Yiddish) glazed yeast-raised doughnut-shaped roll with hard crust bagful n the quantity that a bag will hold bag baggage n cases used to carry belongings when traveling luggage baggage n a worthless or immoral woman baggage n the portable equipment and supplies of an army bagger n a workman employed to pack things into containers packer,boxer bagger n a machine for putting objects or substances into bags bagging n coarse fabric used for bags or sacks sacking baggy adj not fitting closely; hanging loosely sloppy baghdad n capital and largest city of Iraq; located on the Tigris River bagdad bagman n a salesman who travels to call on customers bagman n a racketeer assigned to collect or distribute payoff money bagpipe n a tubular wind instrument; the player blows air into a bag and squeezes it out through the drone bagpiper n someone who plays the bagpipe piper baguette n narrow French stick loaf bahamas n island country in the Atlantic to the east of Florida and Cuba; a popular winter resort bahamian n a native or inhabitant of the Bahamas bahamian adj of or relating to or characteristic of the Bahama Islands or their inhabitants bahrain n an island in the Persian Gulf bahrain n an island country in the Persian Gulf off the coast of Saudi Arabia; oil revenues funded progressive programs until reserves were exhausted baht n the basic unit of money in Thailand tical bail n (criminal law) money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if an accused person fails to appear in court for trial bond bail n the legal system that allows an accused person to be temporarily released from custody (usually on condition that a sum of money guarantees bail v release after a security has been paid bail v deliver something in trust to somebody for a special purpose and for a limited period bail v secure the release of (someone) by providing security bail v empty (a vessel) by bailing bailey n United States singer (1918-1990) bailey n English lexicographer who was the first to treat etymology consistently; his work was used as a reference by Samuel Johnson (died in 1742) bailey n the outer courtyard of a castle bailey n the outer defensive wall that surrounds the outer courtyard of a castle bailiff n an officer of the court who is employed to execute writs and processes and make arrests etc. bailiwick n the area over which a bailiff has jurisdiction bailiwick n a branch of knowledge discipline,subject,field,study bailor n the person who delivers personal property (goods or money) in trust to the bailee in a bailment bairn n a child: son or daughter bait n anything that serves as an enticement hook,lure,sweetener bait n something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed decoy,lure bait v harass with persistent criticism or carping tease,razz,rag,cod,tantalize,taunt,twit,rally bait v lure, entice, or entrap with bait bait v attack with dogs or set dogs upon baiting n harassment especially of a tethered animal baize n a bright green fabric napped to resemble felt; used to cover gaming tables bake v cook and make edible by putting in a hot oven bake v prepare with dry heat in an oven bake v heat by a natural force broil bake v be very hot, due to hot weather or exposure to the sun broil baked adj dried out by heat or excessive exposure to sunlight parched,scorched baked adj (bread and pastries) cooked by dry heat (as in an oven) bakehouse n a workplace where baked goods (breads and cakes and pastries) are produced or sold bakery bakelite n a thermosetting plastic used as electric insulators and for making plastic ware and telephone receivers etc. baker n someone who bakes commercially baker n someone who bakes bread or cake bakersfield n a city in south central California at the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley bakery n a workplace where baked goods (breads and cakes and pastries) are produced or sold bakehouse baking n making bread or cake or pastry etc. baking n cooking by dry heat in an oven baking adj as hot as if in an oven baklava n rich Middle Eastern cake made of thin layers of flaky pastry filled with nuts and honey baksheesh n a relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter) gratuity,tip baku n a port city on the Caspian Sea that is the capital of Azerbaijan and an important center for oil production balaclava n a cap that is close-fitting and woolen and covers all of the head but the face balance n a state of equilibrium imbalance balance n equality between the totals of the credit and debit sides of an account balance n harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design) proportion,proportionality balance n equality of distribution equilibrium,counterbalance balance v bring into balance or equilibrium unbalance balance v compute credits and debits of an account balance v hold or carry in equilibrium poise balance v be in equilibrium balanced adj being in a state of proper equilibrium unbalanced balancer n an acrobat who balances himself in difficult positions balancer n either of the rudimentary hind wings of dipterous insects; used for maintaining equilibrium during flight halter,haltere balancing n getting two things to correspond reconciliation balas n a pale rose-colored variety of the ruby spinel balata n when dried yields a hard substance used e.g. in golf balls balata n a tropical hardwood tree yielding balata gum and heavy red timber balaton n a large shallow lake in western Hungary balboa n the basic unit of money in Panama; equal to 100 centesimos balboa n Spanish explorer who in 1513 crossed the Isthmus of Darien and became the first European to see the eastern shores of the Pacific Ocean (147 balbriggan n a cotton knit fabric used for underwear balcony n an upper floor projecting from the rear over the main floor in an auditorium balcony n a platform projecting from the wall of a building and surrounded by a balustrade or railing or parapet bald v grow bald; lose hair on one's head bald adj with no effort to conceal bald adj lacking hair on all or most of the scalp bald adj without the natural or usual covering denuded balder n (Norse mythology) god of light and peace and noted for his beauty and sweet nature; son of Odin and Frigg and husband of Nanna; killed by Ho balderdash n trivial nonsense piffle balding adj getting bald baldly adv in a bald manner baldness n the condition of having no hair on the top of the head baldric n a wide (ornamented) belt worn over the right shoulder to support a sword or bugle by the left hip baldwin n United States author who was an outspoken critic of racism (1924-1987) baldwin n English statesman; member of the Conservative Party (1867-1947) baldwin n an American eating apple with red or yellow and red skin baldy n a person whose head is bald or shaved skinhead,skin bale n a large bundle bound for storage or transport bale n a city in northwestern Switzerland basel bale v make into a bale baleen n a horny material from the upper jaws of certain whales; used as the ribs of fans or as stays in corsets baleful adj deadly or sinister baleful adj threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments forbidding,menacing,minacious,minatory,ominous,sinister,threatening balfour n English statesman; member of the Conservative Party (1848-1930) bali n an island in Indonesia to the east of Java; striking volcanic scenery; culture is known for elaborate dances and rituals and for handicrafts balinese n the Indonesian language of the people of Bali balk n the area on a billiard table behind the balkline baulk balk n something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress hindrance,deterrent,impediment,baulk,check,handicap balk n one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof rafter,baulk balk n an illegal pitching motion while runners are on base balk v refuse to comply resist,baulk,jib balkan n an inhabitant of the Balkan Peninsula balkanize v divide a territory into small, hostile states balkans n the major mountain range of Bulgaria and the Balkan Peninsula balkans n a large peninsula in southeastern Europe containing the Balkan Mountain Range balkans n the Balkan countries collectively balking adj stopping short and refusing to go on balky balky adj stopping short and refusing to go on balking ball n round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games ball n a solid projectile that is shot by a musket ball n an object with a spherical shape globe,orb ball n the people assembled at a lavish formal dance ball v form into a ball by winding or rolling ballad n a narrative song with a recurrent refrain lay ballad n a narrative poem of popular origin lay ballade n a poem consisting of 3 stanzas and an envoy ballast n any heavy material used to stabilize a ship or airship ballast n coarse gravel laid to form a bed for streets and railroads ballast n an attribute that tends to give stability in character and morals; something that steadies the mind or feelings ballast n a resistor inserted into a circuit to compensate for changes (as those arising from temperature fluctuations) ballast v make steady with a ballast ballerina n a female ballet dancer ballet n a theatrical representation of a story that is performed to music by trained dancers ballet n music written for a ballet balletic adj characteristic of or resembling or suitable for ballet ballgame n a particular situation that is radically different from the preceding situation ballgame n a field game played with a ball (especially baseball) ballista n an engine that provided medieval artillery used during sieges; a heavy war engine for hurling large stones and other missiles catapult,bricole,onager ballistic adj relating to or characteristic of the motion of objects moving under their own momentum and the force of gravity ballistics n the trajectory of an object in free flight ballistics n the science of flight dynamics balloon n large tough nonrigid bag filled with gas or heated air balloon n small thin inflatable rubber bag with narrow neck balloon v ride in a hot-air balloon balloon v become inflated inflate,billow ballooning n flying in a balloon balloonist n someone who flies a balloon ballot n a document listing the alternatives that is used in voting ballot n a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative vote,voting,balloting ballot v vote by ballot balloting n a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative vote,ballot,voting ballpark n a facility in which ball games are played (especially baseball games) park ballpark n near to the scope or range of something ballplayer n an athlete who plays baseball ballpoint n a pen that has a small metal ball as the point of transfer of ink to paper biro ballroom n large room used mainly for dancing bally adj informal intensifiers blinking,bloody,blooming,crashing,flaming,fucking ballyhoo n blatant or sensational promotion hoopla,hype,plug ballyhoo v advertize noisily or blatantly balm n any of various aromatic resinous substances used for healing and soothing balm n semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation ointment,unction,unguent,salve balmoral n a sturdy laced walking shoe balmoral n a brimless dark blue Scottish cap with a flat top and a plume on one side bluebonnet balmy adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular barmy,bats,batty,bonkers,buggy,cracked,crackers,daft balmy adj mild and pleasant mild,soft baloney n pretentious or silly talk or writing bosh,drool,humbug,tosh,twaddle balsa n strong lightweight wood of the balsa tree used especially for floats balsa n forest tree of lowland Central America having a strong very light wood; used for making floats and rafts and in crafts balsam n any seed plant yielding balsam balsam n any of various fragrant oleoresins used in medicines and perfumes balsam n an ointment containing a fragrant resin balsamic adj of or relating to or containing balsam balthasar n (New Testament) one of the three sages from the east who came bearing gifts for the infant Jesus balthazar balthazar n (New Testament) one of the three sages from the east who came bearing gifts for the infant Jesus balthasar baltic n a sea in northern Europe; stronghold of the Russian navy baltic n a branch of the Indo-European family of languages related to the Slavonic languages; Baltic languages have preserved many archaic features t baltic adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of the Baltic States or their peoples or languages baltic adj of or near or on the Baltic Sea baltimore n the largest city in Maryland; a major seaport and industrial center baluchi n an Iranian language spoken in Pakistan and Iran and Afghanistan and Russia and the Persian gulf baluster n one of a number of closely spaced supports for a railing balzac n French novelist; he portrays the complexity of 19th century French society (1799-1850) balzacian adj of or relating to Honore de Balzac or his writings bam n an ancient city in southeastern Iran; destroyed by an earthquake in 2003 bam n a sudden very loud noise bang,clap,eruption,blast bambino n a young child toddler,yearling,tot bamboo n the hard woody stems of bamboo plants; used in construction and crafts and fishing poles bamboo n woody tropical grass having hollow woody stems; mature canes used for construction and furniture ban n a decree that prohibits something prohibition,proscription ban n 100 bani equal 1 leu in Moldova ban n 100 bani equal 1 leu in Romania ban n an official prohibition or edict against something banning,forbidding ban v forbid the public distribution of ( a movie or a newspaper) censor ban v prohibit especially by legal means or social pressure ban v ban from a place of residence, as for punishment banish ban v expel from a community or group banish,ostracize,shun,blackball banal adj repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse commonplace,hackneyed,shopworn,stock,threadbare,timeworn,tired,trite banality n a trite or obvious remark platitude,cliche,commonplace,bromide banana n any of several tropical and subtropical treelike herbs of the genus Musa having a terminal crown of large entire leaves and usually bearing banana n elongated crescent-shaped yellow fruit with soft sweet flesh band n an unofficial association of people or groups set,circle,lot band n instrumentalists not including string players band n a stripe or stripes of contrasting color banding,stria band n an adornment consisting of a strip of a contrasting color or material banding,stripe band v bind or tie together, as with a band band v attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify ring bandage n a piece of soft material that covers and protects an injured part of the body patch bandage v wrap around with something so as to cover or enclose bind bandage v dress by covering or binding bandaged adj covered or wrapped with a bandage bound bandana n large and brightly colored handkerchief; often used as a neckerchief banded adj identified with a band especially around a leg banded adj marked with bands or strips of contrasting color or texture banded adj characterized by a band of especially white around the body bandicoot n any of various agile ratlike terrestrial marsupials of Australia and adjacent islands; insectivorous and herbivorous banding n a stripe or stripes of contrasting color band,stria banding n an adornment consisting of a strip of a contrasting color or material band,stripe bandit n an armed thief who is (usually) a member of a band brigand banditry n the practice of plundering in gangs bandstand n a platform where a (brass) band can play in the open air stand bandung n a city in Indonesia; located on western Java (southeast of Jakarta); a resort known for its climate bandwagon n a popular trend that attracts growing support bandwagon n a large ornate wagon for carrying a musical band bandwidth n a data transmission rate; the maximum amount of information (bits/second) that can be transmitted along a channel bandy v toss or strike a ball back and forth bandy v exchange blows bandy v discuss lightly bandy adj have legs that curve outward at the knees bowed,bowleg bane n something causing misery or death curse,scourge,nemesis banff n a popular vacation spot in the Canadian Rockies bang n a vigorous blow knock,bash,smash,belt bang n a sudden very loud noise clap,eruption,blast,bam bang n a border of hair that is cut short and hangs across the forehead fringe bang n the swift release of a store of affective force boot,charge,rush,flush,thrill,kick bang v strike violently slam bang v to produce a sharp often metallic explosive or percussive sound bang v close violently slam bang v move noisily bang adv directly slap,slapdash,smack,bolt bangalore n an industrial city in south central India (west of Chennai) banger n (British informal) pork sausage banger n firework consisting of a small explosive charge and fuse in a heavy paper casing firecracker,cracker banging n a continuing very loud noise banging n the act of subjecting to strong attack battering banging adj (used informally) very large humongous,thumping,whopping,walloping bangkok n the capital and largest city and chief port of Thailand; a leading city in southeastern Asia; noted for Buddhist architecture bangladesh n a Muslim republic in southern Asia bordered by India to the north and west and east and the Bay of Bengal to the south; formerly part of Ind bangle n jewelry worn around the wrist for decoration bracelet bangle n cheap showy jewelry or ornament on clothing bauble,gaud,gewgaw,novelty,trinket bangor n a town in east central Maine on the Penobscot River bangor n a university town in northwestern Wales on the Menai Strait bangor n a town in southeastern Northern Ireland banish v expel from a community or group ban,ostracize,shun,blackball banish v ban from a place of residence, as for punishment ban banish v expel, as if by official decree relegate,bar banish v drive away banishment n the state of being banished or ostracized (excluded from society by general consent) ostracism,coventry banishment n rejection by means of an act of banishing or proscribing someone proscription banister n a railing at the side of a staircase or balcony to prevent people from falling bannister,handrail banjo n a stringed instrument of the guitar family that has long neck and circular body bank n sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water) bank n a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities bank n a long ridge or pile bank n an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers bank v tip laterally bank v enclose with a bank bank v do business with a bank or keep an account at a bank bank v act as the banker in a game or in gambling bankable adj guaranteed to bring a profit bankable adj acceptable to or at a bank bankbook n a record of deposits and withdrawals and interest held by depositors at certain banks passbook banker n a financier who owns or is an executive in a bank banker n the person in charge of the bank in a gambling game banking n engaging in the business of keeping money for savings and checking accounts or for exchange or for issuing loans and credit etc. banking n transacting business with a bank; depositing or withdrawing funds or requesting a loan etc. bankroll n a roll of currency notes (often taken as the resources of a person or business etc.) roll bankroll v provide with sufficient funds; finance bankrupt n someone who has insufficient assets to cover their debts insolvent bankrupt v reduce to bankruptcy ruin,break,smash bankrupt adj financially ruined bankruptcy n a state of complete lack of some abstract property bankruptcy n inability to discharge all your debts as they come due failure bankruptcy n a legal process intended to insure equality among the creditors of a corporation declared to be insolvent banks n English botanist who accompanied Captain Cook on his first voyage to the Pacific Ocean (1743-1820) banned adj forbidden by law prohibited banner n long strip of cloth or paper used for decoration or advertising streamer banner n a newspaper headline that runs across the full page streamer banner n any distinctive flag standard banner adj unusually good; outstanding banning n an official prohibition or edict against something ban,forbidding bannister n English runner who in 1954 became the first person to run a mile in less than four minutes (born in 1929) bannister n a railing at the side of a staircase or balcony to prevent people from falling banister,handrail bannock n a flat bread made of oat or barley flour; common in New England and Scotland banns n a public announcement of a proposed marriage banquet n a ceremonial dinner party for many people feast banquet n a meal that is well prepared and greatly enjoyed feast,spread banquet v provide a feast or banquet for feast,junket banquet v partake in a feast or banquet feast,junket banshee n (Irish folklore) a female spirit who wails to warn of impending death bantam n any of various small breeds of fowl bantam adj very small diminutive,lilliputian,petite,tiny banteng n wild ox of the Malay Archipelago banter n light teasing repartee backchat banter v be silly or tease one another kid,chaff,jolly,josh bantering adj cleverly amusing in tone facetious bantu n a member of any of a large number of linguistically related peoples of Central and South Africa bantu n a family of languages widely spoken in the southern half of the African continent bantu adj of or relating to the African people who speak one of the Bantoid languages or to their culture banyan n East Indian tree that puts out aerial shoots that grow down into the soil forming additional trunks banyan n a loose fitting jacket; originally worn in India banzai n a Japanese cheer of enthusiasm or triumph baobab n African tree having an exceedingly thick trunk and fruit that resembles a gourd and has an edible pulp called monkey bread bap n a small loaf or roll of soft bread baptism n a Christian sacrament signifying spiritual cleansing and rebirth baptismal adj of or relating to baptism baptist n follower of Baptistic doctrines baptistery n bowl for baptismal water font baptize v administer baptism to christen baptized adj having undergone the Christian ritual of baptism bar n a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter barroom,saloon,taproom bar n a counter where you can obtain food or drink bar n a rigid piece of metal or wood; usually used as a fastening or obstruction or weapon bar n musical notation for a repeating pattern of musical beats measure bar v prevent from entering; keep out exclude bar v render unsuitable for passage barricade,block,blockade,stop bar v expel, as if by official decree banish,relegate bar v secure with, or as if with, bars barb n an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect shot,shaft,slam,dig,jibe,gibe barb n the pointed part of barbed wire barb n a subsidiary point facing opposite from the main point that makes an arrowhead or spear hard to remove barb n one of the parallel filaments projecting from the main shaft of a feather barb v provide with barbs barbadian n a native or inhabitant of Barbados barbadian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Barbados or its inhabitants barbados n a parliamentary democracy on the island of Barbados; former British colony; a popular resort area barbados n easternmost of the West Indies about 300 miles to the north of Venezuela barbarian n a member of an uncivilized people savage barbarian n a crude uncouth ill-bred person lacking culture or refinement peasant,boor,churl,goth,tyke barbarian adj without civilizing influences barbaric,savage,uncivilized,wild barbaric adj without civilizing influences barbarian,savage,uncivilized,wild barbaric adj unrestrained and crudely rich barbarism n a brutal barbarous savage act brutality,barbarity,savagery barbarity n the quality of being shockingly cruel and inhumane atrocity barbarity n a brutal barbarous savage act brutality,barbarism,savagery barbarous adj (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering brutal,cruel,fell,roughshod,savage,vicious barbarous adj primitive in customs and culture barbary n a region of northern Africa on the Mediterranean coast between Egypt and Gibraltar; was used as a base for pirates from the 16th to 19th cen barbecue n meat that has been barbecued or grilled in a highly seasoned sauce barbeque barbecue n a cookout in which food is cooked over an open fire; especially a whole animal carcass roasted on a spit barbeque barbecue n a rack to hold meat for cooking over hot charcoal usually out of doors barbeque barbecue v cook outdoors on a barbecue grill barbeque barbecued adj cooked over an outdoor grill grilled barbecuing n roasting a large piece of meat on a revolving spit out of doors over an open fire barbed adj capable of wounding biting,nipping,pungent barbed adj having or covered with protective barbs or quills or spines or thorns or setae etc. bristled,burred,burry,prickly,spiny,thorny barbel n slender tactile process on the jaws of a fish feeler barbeque n meat that has been barbecued or grilled in a highly seasoned sauce barbecue barbeque n a cookout in which food is cooked over an open fire; especially a whole animal carcass roasted on a spit barbecue barbeque n a rack to hold meat for cooking over hot charcoal usually out of doors barbecue barbeque v cook outdoors on a barbecue grill barbecue barber n United States composer (1910-1981) barber n a hairdresser who cuts hair and shaves beards as a trade barber v perform the services of a barber: cut the hair and/or beard of barberry n any of numerous plants of the genus Berberis having prickly stems and yellow flowers followed by small red berries barbershop n a shop where men can get their hair cut barbette n (formerly) a mound of earth inside a fort from which heavy gun can be fired over the parapet barbiturate n organic compound having powerful soporific effect; overdose can be fatal barcarole n a boating song sung by Venetian gondoliers barcelona n a city in northeastern Spain on the Mediterranean; 2nd largest Spanish city and the largest port and commercial center; has been a center fo bard n a lyric poet bard n an ornamental caparison for a horse bard v put a caparison on bardic adj being a bard or relating to a bard's poetry bare v lay bare bare v make public publicize,publicise,air bare v lay bare denude,strip bare adj completely unclothed naked,nude bare adj lacking in magnitude or quantity scanty,spare bare adj not having a protective covering bare adj lacking its natural or customary covering covered bareback adj riding without a saddle bareback adv without a saddle bared adj having the head uncovered barefoot adj without shoes barefoot adv without shoes on barely adv only a very short time before hardly,just,scarcely,scarce barely adv almost not hardly,scarcely,scarce barely adv by a little just bareness n a bleak and desolate atmosphere bleakness,desolation bareness n the state of being unclothed and exposed (especially of a part of the body) bareness n an extreme lack of furnishings or ornamentation starkness barf n the matter ejected in vomiting vomit,puke barf v eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth vomit,purge,cast,sick,cat,disgorge,retch,puke bargain n an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each deal bargain n an advantageous purchase buy,steal bargain v negotiate the terms of an exchange dicker bargain v come to terms; arrive at an agreement bargainer n someone who purchases and maintains an inventory of goods to be sold trader,dealer,monger bargainer n negotiator of the terms of a transaction bargaining n the negotiation of the terms of a transaction or agreement barge n a flatbottom boat for carrying heavy loads (especially on canals) flatboat,hoy,lighter barge v push one's way barge v transport by barge on a body of water bargee n someone who operates a barge bari n capital city of the Apulia region on the Adriatic coast baring n the removal of covering stripping,uncovering,husking barish n Kamarupan languages spoken in the state of Assam in northeastern India barite n a white or colorless mineral (BaSO4); the main source of barium baritone n a male singer baritone n the second lowest adult male singing voice baritone n the second lowest brass wind instrument baritone adj lower in range than tenor and higher than bass barium n a soft silvery metallic element of the alkali earth group; found in barite ba bark n tough protective covering of the woody stems and roots of trees and other woody plants bark n a noise resembling the bark of a dog bark n a sailing ship with 3 (or more) masts barque bark n the sound made by a dog bark v speak in an unfriendly tone bark v cover with bark bark v remove the bark of a tree skin bark v make barking sounds barkeep n an employee who mixes and serves alcoholic drinks at a bar bartender,barman barker n someone who stands in front of a show (as at a carnival) and gives a loud colorful sales talk to potential customers barker n informal terms for dogs pooch,doggie,doggy barkley n United States politician and lawyer; vice president of the United States (1877-1956) barley n a grain of barley barley n cultivated since prehistoric times; grown for forage and grain barm n a commercial leavening agent containing yeast cells; used to raise the dough in making bread and for fermenting beer or whiskey yeast barman n an employee who mixes and serves alcoholic drinks at a bar bartender,barkeep barmy adj marked by spirited enjoyment zestful,yeasty barmy adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,bats,batty,bonkers,buggy,cracked,crackers,daft barn n an outlying farm building for storing grain or animal feed and housing farm animals barn n (physics) a unit of nuclear cross section; the effective circular area that one particle presents to another as a target for an encounter b barnacle n marine crustaceans with feathery food-catching appendages; free-swimming as larvae; as adults form a hard shell and live attached to submerg barnacle n European goose smaller than the brant; breeds in the far north barnstorm v appear at county fairs and carnivals as a stunt flier and parachute jumper barnstorm v tour the country making political speeches, giving lectures, or presenting plays barnum n United States showman who popularized the circus (1810-1891) barnyard n a yard adjoining a barn barometer n an instrument that measures atmospheric pressure barometric adj relating to atmospheric pressure or indicated by a barometer baron n a nobleman (in various countries) of varying rank baron n a British peer of the lowest rank baron n a very wealthy or powerful businessman king,magnate,mogul,power,tycoon baronage n the peers of a kingdom considered as a group peerage baroness n a noblewoman who holds the rank of baron or who is the wife or widow of a baron baronet n a member of the British order of honor; ranks below a baron but above a knight bart baroque n the historic period from about 1600 until 1750 when the baroque style of art, architecture, and music flourished in Europe baroque n elaborate and extensive ornamentation in decorative art and architecture that flourished in Europe in the 17th century baroque adj having elaborate symmetrical ornamentation baroque adj of or relating to or characteristic of the elaborately ornamented style of architecture, art, and music popular in Europe between 1600 and 1 barque n a sailing ship with 3 (or more) masts bark barrack n a building or group of buildings used to house military personnel barrack v lodge in barracks barrack v spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts cheer,inspire,urge,exhort barrack v laugh at with contempt and derision jeer,scoff,flout,gibe barracuda n any voracious marine fish of the genus Sphyraena having an elongated cylindrical body and large mouth with projecting lower jaw and long str barrage n the rapid and continuous delivery of linguistic communication (spoken or written) bombardment,outpouring,onslaught barrage n the heavy fire of artillery to saturate an area rather than hit a specific target battery,bombardment,shelling barrage v address with continuously or persistently, as if with a barrage bombard barrator n someone guilty of barratry barratry n traffic in ecclesiastical offices or preferments simony barratry n the crime of a judge whose judgment is influenced by bribery barratry n (maritime law) a fraudulent breach of duty by the master of a ship that injures the owner of the ship or its cargo; includes every breach of barratry n the offense of vexatiously persisting in inciting lawsuits and quarrels barred adj preventing entry or exit or a course of action barricaded,blockaded barred adj marked with stripes or bands barrel n a tube through which a bullet travels when a gun is fired barrel n a cylindrical container that holds liquids cask barrel n a bulging cylindrical shape; hollow with flat ends drum barrel n the quantity that a barrel (of any size) will hold barrel v put in barrels barreled adj put in or stored in a barrel barreled adj (of an arrow) tapered toward both ends barrels n the amount that many barrels might hold barren n an uninhabited wilderness that is worthless for cultivation waste,wasteland barren adj providing no shelter or sustenance bare,bleak,desolate,stark barren adj not bearing offspring barren adj completely wanting or lacking destitute,devoid,free,innocent barrette n a pin for holding women's hair in place barricade n a barrier set up by police to stop traffic on a street or road in order to catch a fugitive or inspect traffic etc. roadblock barricade n a barrier (usually thrown up hastily) to impede the advance of an enemy barricade v render unsuitable for passage block,blockade,stop,bar barricade v prevent access to by barricading barricade v block off with barricades barricaded adj preventing entry or exit or a course of action barred,blockaded barrie n Scottish dramatist and novelist; created Peter Pan (1860-1937) barrier n a structure or object that impedes free movement barrier n any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective roadblock barrier n anything serving to maintain separation by obstructing vision or access barring n the act of excluding someone by a negative vote or veto blackball barrio n a Spanish-speaking quarter in a town or city (especially in the United States) barrio n an urban area in a Spanish-speaking country barrister n a British or Canadian lawyer who speaks in the higher courts of law on behalf of either the defense or prosecution barroom n a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter bar,saloon,taproom barrow n the quantity that a barrow will hold barrow n (archeology) a heap of earth placed over prehistoric tombs tumulus barrow n a cart for carrying small loads; has handles and one or more wheels wheelbarrow barrymore n United States actor; son of Maurice Barrymore and Georgiana Barrymore (1882-1942) barrymore n United States actress; daughter of Maurice Barrymore and Georgiana Barrymore (1879-1959) barrymore n United States actor; son of Maurice Barrymore and Georgiana Barrymore (1878-1954) barrymore n United States actress; daughter of John Drew and wife of Maurice Barrymore; mother of Ethel Barrymore and John Barrymore and Lionel Barrymor bars n gymnastic apparatus consisting of two parallel wooden rods supported on uprights barstow n a town in southeastern California bart n a member of the British order of honor; ranks below a baron but above a knight baronet bartender n an employee who mixes and serves alcoholic drinks at a bar barman,barkeep barter n an equal exchange swap,swop,trade barter v exchange goods without involving money barth n Swiss Protestant theologian (1886-1968) barth n United States novelist (born in 1930) bartlett n United States explorer who accompanied Peary's expedition to the North Pole and who led many other Arctic trips (1875-1946) bartlett n United States publisher and editor who compiled a book of familiar quotations (1820-1905) bartlett n juicy yellow pear bartok n Hungarian composer and pianist who collected Hungarian folk music; in 1940 he moved to the United States (1881-1945) baruch n economic advisor to United States Presidents (1870-1965) baruch n a disciple of and secretary for the prophet Jeremiah baruch n an Apocryphal book ascribed to Baruch baryon n any of the elementary particles having a mass equal to or greater than that of a proton and that participate in strong interactions; a hadro baryta n any of several compounds of barium basal adj especially of leaves; located at the base of a plant or stem; especially arising directly from the root or rootstock or a root-like stem radical basal adj of or being the essential or basic part elementary,elemental,primary basal adj serving as or forming a base base basalt n the commonest type of solidified lava; a dense dark grey fine-grained igneous rock that is composed chiefly of plagioclase feldspar and pyro base n installation from which a military force initiates operations base n lowest support of a structure foundation,fundament,foot,groundwork base n a place that the runner must touch before scoring bag base n the bottom or lowest part base v use as a basis for; found on establish,ground,found base v situate as a center of operations base v use (purified cocaine) by burning it and inhaling the fumes base adj serving as or forming a base basal base adj of low birth or station (`base' is archaic in this sense) humble,lowly base adj (used of metals) consisting of or alloyed with inferior metal base adj not adhering to ethical or moral principles immoral baseball n a ball game played with a bat and ball between two teams of nine players; teams take turns at bat trying to score runs ball baseball n a ball used in playing baseball baseboard n a molding covering the joint formed by a wall and the floor mopboard based adj having a base based adj having a base of operations (often used as a combining form) basel n a city in northwestern Switzerland bale baseless adj without a basis in reason or fact groundless,idle,unfounded,unwarranted,wild baseline n an imaginary line or standard by which things are measured or compared baseline n the back line bounding each end of a tennis or handball court; when serving the server must not step over this line baseline n the lines a baseball player must follow while running the bases basement n the lowermost portion of a structure partly or wholly below ground level; often used for storage cellar basement n the ground floor facade or interior in Renaissance architecture baseness n unworthiness by virtue of lacking higher values basenji n small smooth-haired breed of African origin having a tightly curled tail and the inability to bark bash n a vigorous blow knock,bang,smash,belt bash n an uproarious party do,brawl bash v hit hard sock,bop,whop,bonk bashful adj self-consciously timid bashful adj disposed to avoid notice blate bashfulness n feeling embarrassed due to modesty abashment basic n a popular programming language that is relatively easy to learn; an acronym for beginner's all-purpose symbolic instruction code; no longer basic n (usually in the plural) a necessary commodity for which demand is constant staple basic adj pertaining to or constituting a base or basis incidental basic adj reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible without loss of generality canonic,canonical basic adj serving as a base or starting point introductory basic adj of or denoting or of the nature of or containing a base basically adv in essence; at bottom or by one's (or its) very nature fundamentally,essentially basics n a statement of fundamental facts or principles rudiments basics n principles from which other truths can be derived fundamentals,bedrock basil n any of several Old World tropical aromatic annual or perennial herbs of the genus Ocimum basil n (Roman Catholic Church) the bishop of Caesarea who defended the Roman Catholic Church against the heresies of the 4th century; a saint and D basil n leaves of the common basil; used fresh or dried basilar adj of or relating to or located at the base basilica n an early Christian church designed like a Roman basilica; or a Roman Catholic church or cathedral accorded certain privileges basilica n a Roman building used for public administration basin n a bowl-shaped vessel; usually used for holding food or liquids basin n the quantity that a basin will hold basin n a natural depression in the surface of the land often with a lake at the bottom of it basin n the entire geographical area drained by a river and its tributaries; an area characterized by all runoff being conveyed to the same outlet watershed basis n a relation that provides the foundation for something footing,ground basis n the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained base,foundation,fundament,groundwork,cornerstone basis n the most important or necessary part of something base bask v derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in enjoy,relish,savor,savour bask v be exposed basket n a container that is usually woven and has handles basket n the quantity contained in a basket basket n horizontal circular metal hoop supporting a net through which players try to throw the basketball hoop basket n a score in basketball made by throwing the ball through the hoop basketball n a game played on a court by two opposing teams of 5 players; points are scored by throwing the ball through an elevated horizontal hoop hoops basketball n an inflated ball used in playing basketball basketmaker n someone skilled in weaving baskets basketry n the craft of basket making basophilia n the tendency of cells to stain with basic dyes basophilic adj staining readily with basic dyes basque n a member of a people of unknown origin living in the western Pyrenees in France and Spain basque n the language of the Basque people; of no known relation to any other language basra n the second largest city in Iraq; an oil port in southern Iraq bass n the lowest part of the musical range bass n the lowest part in polyphonic music bass n an adult male singer with the lowest voice basso bass n the lean flesh of a saltwater fish of the family Serranidae bass adj having or denoting a low vocal or instrumental range deep basset n smooth-haired breed of hound with short legs and long ears basset v appear at the surface bassist n a musician who play the bass viol basso n an adult male singer with the lowest voice bass basso n the lowest adult male singing voice bass bassoon n a double-reed instrument; the tenor of the oboe family bassoonist n a musician who plays the bassoon basswood n soft light-colored wood of any of various linden trees; used in making crates and boxes and in carving and millwork linden basswood n any of various deciduous trees of the genus Tilia with heart-shaped leaves and drooping cymose clusters of yellowish often fragrant flowers; linden,lime bast n strong woody fibers obtained especially from the phloem of from various plants bast n (botany) tissue that conducts synthesized food substances (e.g., from leaves) to parts where needed; consists primarily of sieve tubes phloem bast n cat- or lion-headed Egyptian goddess; represents life-giving power of the sun bastard n insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous asshole,cocksucker,dickhead,shit,motherfucker,prick,whoreson,sob bastard n the illegitimate offspring of unmarried parents illegitimate,whoreson bastard n derogatory term for a variation that is not genuine; something irregular or inferior or of dubious origin mongrel bastard adj fraudulent; having a misleading appearance bogus,fake,phony,phoney bastardise v change something so that its value declines; for example, art forms bastardise v declare a child to be illegitimate baste n a loose temporary sewing stitch to hold layers of fabric together basting,tacking baste v cover with liquid before cooking baste v strike violently and repeatedly clobber,batter baste v sew together loosely, with large stitches tack baster n a cook who bastes roasting meat with melted fat or gravy baster n a sewer who fastens a garment with long loose stitches tacker baster n a tube with a rubber bulb used to take up and release melted fat or gravy in order to moisten roasting meat bastille n a fortress built in Paris in the 14th century and used as a prison in the 17th and 18th centuries; it was destroyed July 14, 1789 at the sta bastille n a jail or prison (especially one that is run in a tyrannical manner) basting n a loose temporary sewing stitch to hold layers of fabric together baste,tacking basting n moistening a roast as it is cooking bastion n a group that defends a principle bastion n a stronghold into which people could go for shelter during a battle citadel bastion n projecting part of a rampart or other fortification bat n nocturnal mouselike mammal with forelimbs modified to form membranous wings and anatomical adaptations for echolocation by which they naviga bat n (baseball) a turn trying to get a hit bat n a small racket with a long handle used for playing squash bat n the club used in playing cricket bat v strike with, or as if with a baseball bat bat v wink briefly flutter bat v have a turn at bat bat v use a bat bataan n the peninsula and island in the Philippines where Japanese forces besieged American forces in World War II; United States forces surrendered corregidor batch n all the loaves of bread baked at the same time batch n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent deal,flock,heap,lot,mass,mess,mickle,mint batch n a collection of things or persons to be handled together clutch batch v batch together; assemble or process as a batch bate v moderate or restrain; lessen the force of bate v flap the wings wildly or frantically; used of falcons bate v soak in a special solution to soften and remove chemicals used in previous treatments bated adj diminished or moderated bath n a vessel containing liquid in which something is immersed (as to process it or to maintain it at a constant temperature or to lubricate it) bath n a soaking and washing in a bathtub bath n an ancient Hebrew liquid measure equal to about 10 gallons bath n a town in southwestern England on the River Avon; famous for its hot springs and Roman remains bathe n the act of swimming for pleasure or recreation bathe v cleanse the entire body bathe v suffuse or envelope with something bathe v swim for pleasure or recreation bather n a person who travels through the water by swimming swimmer bather n a person who takes a bath bathhouse n a building containing dressing rooms for bathers bathhouse n a building containing public baths bathing n immersing the body in water or sunshine bathing n the act of washing yourself (or another person) batholith n large mass of intrusive igneous rock believed to have solidified deep within the earth bathrobe n a loose-fitting robe of towelling; worn after a bath or swim bathroom n a room (as in a residence) containing a bathtub or shower and usually a washbasin and toilet bathroom n a room or building equipped with one or more toilets toilet,lavatory,lav,can,john,privy bathsheba n (Old Testament) the wife of Uriah and later the wife of king David; Solomon was her son by David (circa 10th century BC) bathtub n a relatively large open container that you fill with water and use to wash the body tub batik n a dyed fabric; a removable wax is used where the dye is not wanted batik v dye with wax batiste n a thin plain-weave cotton or linen fabric; used for shirts or dresses batman n an orderly assigned to serve a British military officer baton n a thin tapered rod used by a conductor to lead an orchestra or choir wand baton n a short stout club used primarily by policemen truncheon,nightstick,billy baton n a short staff carried by some officials to symbolize an office or an authority baton n a hollow metal rod that is wielded or twirled by a drum major or drum majorette bats adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,batty,bonkers,buggy,cracked,crackers,daft batsman n (baseball) a ballplayer who is batting batter,hitter,slugger battalion n an army unit usually consisting of a headquarters and three or more companies battalion n a large indefinite number multitude,plurality,pack batten n stuffing made of rolls or sheets of cotton wool or synthetic fiber batting batten n a strip fixed to something to hold it firm batten v furnish with battens secure batten v secure with battens batter n (baseball) a ballplayer who is batting hitter,slugger,batsman batter n a liquid or semiliquid mixture, as of flour, eggs, and milk, used in cooking batter v strike against forcefully buffet batter v strike violently and repeatedly clobber,baste batter v make a dent or impression in dinge battered adj damaged by blows or hard usage battered adj damaged especially by hard usage battered adj exhibiting symptoms resulting from repeated physical and emotional injury battering n the act of subjecting to strong attack banging battery n group of guns or missile launchers operated together at one place battery n a device that produces electricity; may have several primary or secondary cells arranged in parallel or series battery n a collection of related things intended for use together battery n a unit composed of the pitcher and catcher batting n (baseball) the batter's attempt to get on base batting n stuffing made of rolls or sheets of cotton wool or synthetic fiber batten battle n a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war conflict,fight,engagement battle n an energetic attempt to achieve something struggle battle n an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals) conflict,struggle battle v battle or contend against in or as if in a battle combat battledore n a light long-handled racket used by badminton players battledore n an ancient racket game battlefield n a region where a battle is being (or has been) fought battleground,field battleground n a region where a battle is being (or has been) fought battlefield,field battlement n a rampart built around the top of a castle with regular gaps for firing arrows or guns battleship n large and heavily armoured warship batty adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,bats,bonkers,buggy,cracked,crackers,daft bauble n a mock scepter carried by a court jester bauble n cheap showy jewelry or ornament on clothing bangle,gaud,gewgaw,novelty,trinket baud n (computer science) a data transmission rate (bits/second) for modems baulk n the area on a billiard table behind the balkline balk baulk n something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress hindrance,deterrent,impediment,balk,check,handicap baulk n one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof rafter,balk baulk v refuse to comply resist,balk,jib baum n United States writer of children's books (1856-1919) bauxite n a clay-like mineral; the chief ore of aluminum; composed of aluminum oxides and aluminum hydroxides; used as an abrasive and catalyst bavaria n a state in southern Germany famous for its beer; site of an automobile factory bavarian n a native or an inhabitant of Bavaria bavarian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Bavaria or its people bawd n a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money prostitute,whore,harlot,tart,cyprian bawdy n lewd or obscene talk or writing bawdy adj humorously vulgar ribald bawl v shout loudly and without restraint bellow bawl v make a raucous noise yawp bawl v cry loudly bay n an indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf embayment bay n the sound of a hound on the scent bay n small Mediterranean evergreen tree with small blackish berries and glossy aromatic leaves used for flavoring in cooking; also used by ancien bay n a compartment on a ship between decks; often used as a hospital bay v utter in deep prolonged tones bay v bark with prolonged noises, of dogs quest bay adj (used of animals especially a horse) of a moderate reddish-brown color bayard n French soldier said to be fearless and chivalrous (1473-1524) bayer n the acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer, Empirin, and St. Joseph) usuall aspirin bayes n English mathematician for whom Bayes' theorem is named (1702-1761) bayonet n a knife that can be fixed to the end of a rifle and used as a weapon bayonet v stab or kill someone with a bayonet bayonne n a city in northeastern New Jersey bayou n a swampy arm or slow-moving outlet of a lake (term used mainly in Mississippi and Louisiana) bazaar n a shop where a variety of goods are sold bazaar n a street of small shops (especially in Orient) bazaar n a sale of miscellany; often for charity fair bazooka n a portable rocket launcher used by infantrymen as an antitank weapon bc adv before the Christian era; used following dates before the supposed year Christ was born be n a light strong brittle grey toxic bivalent metallic element beryllium be v have the quality of being; (copula, used with an adjective or a predicate noun) be v be identical to; be someone or something be v occupy a certain position or area; be somewhere be v have an existence, be extant exist beach n an area of sand sloping down to the water of a sea or lake beach v land on a beach beachcomber n a vagrant living on a beach beachhead n a bridgehead on the enemy's shoreline seized by an amphibious operation beachhead n an initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments foothold beacon n a fire (usually on a hill or tower) that can be seen from a distance beacon n a radio station that broadcasts a directional signal for navigational purposes beacon n a tower with a light that gives warning of shoals to passing ships lighthouse,pharos beacon v shine like a beacon beacon v guide with a beacon bead n a small ball with a hole through the middle bead n a shape that is spherical and small drop,pearl bead n a beaded molding for edging or decorating furniture beading,beadwork bead v form into beads, as of water or sweat, for example bead v decorate by sewing beads onto bead v string together like beads beaded adj covered with beads of liquid beading n ornamentation with beads beadwork beading n a beaded molding for edging or decorating furniture bead,beadwork beadle n a minor parish official who serves a ceremonial function beadle n United States biologist who discovered how hereditary characteristics are transmitted by genes (1903-1989) beads n several beads threaded together on a string beadsman n a person who is paid to pray for the soul of another beadwork n ornamentation with beads beading beadwork n a beaded molding for edging or decorating furniture beading,bead beady adj small and round and shiny like a shiny bead or button beady adj covered with beads or jewels or sequins sequined,spangled beagle n a small short-legged smooth-coated breed of hound beak n beaklike mouth of animals other than birds (e.g., turtles) beak n horny projecting mouth of a bird bill,neb,nib,pecker beak n a beaklike, tapering tip on certain plant structures beak n informal terms for the nose hooter,nozzle,snoot,snout beak v hit lightly with a picking motion peck,pick beaked adj having or resembling a beak beaker n a flatbottomed jar made of glass or plastic; used for chemistry beaker n a cup (usually without a handle) beaklike adj resembling the beak of a bird beam n a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather beam n long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction beam n a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation ray beam n a column of light (as from a beacon) ray,shaft,irradiation beam v smile radiantly; express joy through one's facial expression beam v emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light shine beam v express with a beaming face or smile beam v broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television air,send,broadcast,transmit beaming adj cheerful and bright glad beaming adj pleased and proud beaming adj radiating or as if radiating light radiant,refulgent beamish adj smiling with happiness or optimism smiling,twinkly bean n any of various edible seeds of plants of the family Leguminosae used for food bean n any of various seeds or fruits that are beans or resemble beans bean n any of various leguminous plants grown for their edible seeds and pods bean n informal terms for a human head attic,bonce,noodle,noggin,dome bean v hit on the head, especially with a pitched baseball beanbag n a small cloth bag filled with dried beans; thrown in games beanie n a small skullcap; formerly worn by schoolboys and college freshmen bear n massive plantigrade carnivorous or omnivorous mammals with long shaggy coats and strong claws bear n an investor with a pessimistic market outlook; an investor who expects prices to fall and so sells now in order to buy later at a lower pric bull bear v have bear v cause to be born deliver,birth,have bear v put up with something or somebody unpleasant digest,endure,stomach,stand,tolerate,support,brook,abide bear v move while holding up or supporting bearable adj capable of being borne though unpleasant sufferable,supportable bearcat n arboreal civet of Asia having a long prehensile tail and shaggy black hair beard n the hair growing on the lower part of a man's face whiskers beard n a tuft or growth of hairs or bristles on certain plants such as iris or grasses beard n a person who diverts suspicion from someone (especially a woman who accompanies a male homosexual in order to conceal his homosexuality) beard n hairy growth on or near the face of certain mammals beard v go along the rim, like a beard around the chin bearded adj having hair on the cheeks and chin whiskered bearded adj having a growth of hairlike awns bearer n someone whose employment involves carrying something carrier bearer n a messenger who bears or presents bearer n one of the mourners carrying the coffin at a funeral bearer n the person who is in possession of a check or note or bond or document of title that is endorsed to him or to whoever holds it holder bearing n relevant relation or interconnection bearing n the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies heading,aim bearing n dignified manner or conduct comportment,presence,mien bearing n characteristic way of bearing one's body carriage,posture bearing adj (of a structural member) withstanding a weight or strain bearish adj expecting prices to fall bearskin n the pelt of a bear (sometimes used as a rug) bearskin n tall hat; worn by some British soldiers on ceremonial occasions busby beast n a living organism characterized by voluntary movement animal,brute,creature,fauna beast n a cruelly rapacious person wolf,savage,brute,wildcat beastly adj (informal) very unpleasant hellish beastly adj resembling a beast; showing lack of human sensibility bestial,brute,brutish,brutal beastly adv in a beastly manner beat n a regular route for a sentry or policeman round beat n the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart pulse,pulsation,heartbeat beat n the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music rhythm beat n a single pulsation of an oscillation produced by adding two waves of different frequencies; has a frequency equal to the difference between beat v come out better in a competition, race, or conflict crush,shell,trounce,vanquish beat v give a beating to; subject to a beating, either as a punishment or as an act of aggression beat v hit repeatedly beat v move rhythmically pound,thump beat adj very tired bushed,dead beaten adj formed or made thin by hammering beaten adj much trodden and worn smooth or bare beater n a worker who rouses wild game from under cover for a hunter beater n an implement for beating beatified adj Roman Catholic; proclaimed one of the blessed and thus worthy of veneration blessed beatify v fill with sublime emotion exhilarate,inebriate,thrill,exalt beatify v make blessedly happy beatify v declare (a dead person) to be blessed; the first step of achieving sainthood beating n the act of overcoming or outdoing whipping beating n the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows thrashing,licking,drubbing,lacing,trouncing,whacking beatles n a rock group from Liverpool who between 1962 and 1970 produced a variety of hit songs and albums (most of them written by Paul McCartney and beatnik n a member of the beat generation; a nonconformist in dress and behavior beat beatrice n the woman who guided Dante through Paradise in the Divine Comedy beats n a United States youth subculture of the 1950s; rejected possessions or regular work or traditional dress; for communal living and psychedeli beau n a man who is the lover of a man or woman boyfriend,fellow,swain beau n a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance dandy,dude,fop,gallant,sheik,swell,clotheshorse beaujolais n dry fruity light red wine drunk within a few months after it is made; from the Beaujolais district in southeastern France beaumont n United States surgeon remembered for his studies of digestion (1785-1853) beaumont n English dramatist who collaborated with John Fletcher (1584-1616) beaumont n a city of southeastern Texas near Houston beaut n an outstanding example of its kind beauty beautician n someone who works in a beauty parlor beautiful adj delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration ugly beautiful adj (of weather) highly enjoyable beautifully adv in a beautiful manner attractively beautify v make more beautiful embellish beautify v be beautiful to look at deck,adorn,decorate,grace,embellish beautify v make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. decorate,adorn,grace,ornament,embellish beauty n the qualities that give pleasure to the senses ugliness beauty n a very attractive or seductive looking woman smasher,stunner,knockout,sweetheart,peach,lulu,looker,dish beauty n an outstanding example of its kind beaut beaver n the soft brown fur of the beaver beaver n a native or resident of Oregon beaver n a full beard beaver n a man's hat with a tall crown; usually covered with silk or with beaver fur topper beaver v work hard on something bebop n an early form of modern jazz (originating around 1940) bop bebop v dance the bebop bop becalm v make steady steady,calm becalmed adj rendered motionless for lack of wind beck n a beckoning gesture becket n (Roman Catholic Church) archbishop of Canterbury from 1162 to 1170; murdered following his opposition to Henry II's attempts to control the becket n (nautical) a short line with an eye at one end and a knot at the other; used to secure loose items on a ship beckett n a playwright and novelist (born in Ireland) who lived in France; wrote plays for the theater of the absurd (1906-1989) beckon v signal with the hands or nod wave beckon v appear inviting beckon v summon with a wave, nod, or some other gesture becloud v make less visible or unclear obscure,fog,cloud,mist become v enter or assume a certain state or condition go,get become v undergo a change or development turn become v come into existence become v enhance the appearance of suit becoming adj according with custom or propriety comely,decorous becoming adj displaying or setting off to best advantage bed n a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep bed n a plot of ground in which plants are growing bed n a depression forming the ground under a body of water bottom bed n (geology) a stratum of rock (especially sedimentary rock) bed v furnish with a bed bed v place (plants) in a prepared bed of soil bed v put to bed bed v have sexual intercourse with love,know,screw,fuck,jazz,eff,hump,bang bedbug n bug of temperate regions that infests especially beds and feeds on human blood chinch bedchamber n a room used primarily for sleeping bedroom,chamber bedclothes n coverings that are used on a bed bedding bedcover n decorative cover for a bed bedspread,spread bedded adj deposited or arranged in horizontal layers stratified bedded adj having a bed or beds as specified bedless bedding n coverings that are used on a bed bedclothes bedding n material used to provide a bed for animals litter bedeck v decorate deck bedevil v treat cruelly torment,rag,crucify,dun,frustrate bedevil v be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly confuse,throw,fox,befuddle,fuddle,confound bedfellow n a temporary associate bedfellow n a person with whom you share a bed bedframe n the framework of a bed bedstead bedizen v decorate tastelessly bedizen v dress up garishly and tastelessly dizen bedlam n a state of extreme confusion and disorder chaos,pandemonium bedlam n pejorative terms for an insane asylum madhouse,nuthouse,sanatorium bedless adj without a bed bedded bedouin n a member of a nomadic tribe of Arabs bedpan n a shallow vessel used by a bedridden patient for defecation and urination bedraggle v make wet and dirty, as from rain draggle bedraggled adj limp and soiled as if dragged in the mud bedraggled adj in deplorable condition derelict,dilapidated,ramshackle bedridden adj confined to bed (by illness) bedrock n solid unweathered rock lying beneath surface deposits of soil bedrock n principles from which other truths can be derived fundamentals,basics bedroom n a room used primarily for sleeping chamber,bedchamber bedside n space by the side of a bed (especially the bed of a sick or dying person) bedsit n a furnished sitting room with sleeping accommodations (and some plumbing) bedspread n decorative cover for a bed bedcover,spread bedspring n (usually in the plural) one of the springs holding up the mattress of a bed bedstead n the framework of a bed bedframe bedstraw n any of several plants of the genus Galium bedtime n the time you go to bed bedwetter n someone suffering from enuresis; someone who urinates while asleep in bed wetter bee n any of numerous hairy-bodied insects including social and solitary species bee n a social gathering to carry out some communal task or to hold competitions beech n any of several large deciduous trees with rounded spreading crowns and smooth grey bark and small sweet edible triangular nuts enclosed in b beech n wood of any of various beech trees; used for flooring and containers and plywood and tool handles beechwood beechen adj consisting of or made of wood of the beech tree beecher n United States clergyman who was a leader for the abolition of slavery (1813-1887) beechnut n small sweet triangular nut of any of various beech trees beechwood n wood of any of various beech trees; used for flooring and containers and plywood and tool handles beech beef n cattle that are reared for their meat beef n meat from an adult domestic bovine boeuf beef n informal terms for objecting gripe,kick,bitch,squawk beef v complain gripe,bitch,grouse,crab,squawk,bellyache,holler beefcake n a photograph of a muscular man in minimal attire beefeater n officer in the (ceremonial) bodyguard of the British monarch yeoman beefsteak n a beef steak usually cooked by broiling beefy adj muscular and heavily built burly,husky,strapping beehive n any workplace where people are very busy beehive n a structure that provides a natural habitation for bees; as in a hollow tree hive beehive n a hairdo resembling a beehive beehive n a man-made receptacle that houses a swarm of bees hive beekeeper n a farmer who keeps bees for their honey beekeeping n the cultivation of bees on a commercial scale for the production of honey beeline n the most direct route beelzebub n (Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind; master of Hell satan,devil,lucifer beep n a short high tone produced as a signal or warning bleep beep v make a loud noise honk,blare,toot beep v call, summon, or alert with a beeper beeper n an electronic device that generates a series of beeps when the person carrying it is being paged pager beer n a general name for alcoholic beverages made by fermenting a cereal (or mixture of cereals) flavored with hops beery adj smelling of beer beeswax n a yellow to brown wax secreted by honeybees to build honeycombs beeswax v cover with beeswax beet n biennial Eurasian plant usually having a swollen edible root; widely cultivated as a food crop beet n round red root vegetable beetroot beethoven n German composer of instrumental music (especially symphonic and chamber music); continued to compose after he lost his hearing (1770-1827) beethoven n the music of Beethoven beethovenian adj of or relating to Ludwig van Beethoven or his music beetle n insect having biting mouthparts and front wings modified to form horny covers overlying the membranous rear wings beetle n a tool resembling a hammer but with a large head (usually wooden); used to drive wedges or ram down paving stones or for crushing or beating mallet beetle v be suspended over or hang over overhang beetle v fly or go in a manner resembling a beetle beetle v beat with a beetle beetle adj jutting or overhanging beetroot n beet having a massively swollen red root; widely grown for human consumption beetroot n round red root vegetable beet befall v become of; happen to betide befall v happen, occur, or be the case in the course of events or by chance happen befit v accord or comport with suit,beseem befitting adj appropriate to before adv earlier in time; previously earlier before adv at or in the front ahead beforehand adj being ahead of time or need advance beforehand adv ahead of time; in anticipation ahead befriend v become friends with befuddle v be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly confuse,throw,fox,fuddle,bedevil,confound befuddle v make stupid with alcohol fuddle befuddled adj stupefied by alcoholic drink befuddled adj perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment baffled,bemused,bewildered,confounded,confused,lost befuddled adj confused and vague; used especially of thinking addled,muddled,muzzy,woolly,wooly beg v call upon in supplication; entreat implore,pray beg v make a solicitation or entreaty for something; request urgently or persistently solicit,tap beg v ask to obtain free beg v dodge, avoid answering, or take for granted beget v make (offspring) by reproduction get,engender,father,mother,sire,generate beggar n a pauper who lives by begging beggar v be beyond the resources of beggar v reduce to beggary beggary n a solicitation for money or food (especially in the street by an apparently penniless person) begging beggary n the state of being a beggar or mendicant begging n a solicitation for money or food (especially in the street by an apparently penniless person) beggary begin n Israeli statesman (born in Russia) who (as prime minister of Israel) negotiated a peace treaty with Anwar Sadat (then the president of Egypt begin v take the first step or steps in carrying out an action get,start,commence end begin v have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense start end begin v set in motion, cause to start start,commence end begin v begin to speak or say beginner n someone new to a field or activity novice,initiate beginner n a person who founds or establishes some institution founder,father beginning n the event consisting of the start of something ending beginning n the time at which something is supposed to begin commencement,first,outset,start,kickoff,showtime,offset middle,end beginning n the first part or section of something middle,end beginning n the place where something begins, where it springs into being origin,root,source beginning adj serving to begin first begonia n any of numerous plants of the genus Begonia grown for their attractive glossy asymmetrical leaves and colorful flowers in usually terminal c begotten adj (of offspring) generated by procreation begrime v make soiled, filthy, or dirty dirty,soil,grime,colly,bemire begrudge v be envious of; set one's heart on envy begrudge v wish ill or allow unwillingly resent wish beguile v influence by slyness juggle,hoodwink beguile v attract; cause to be enamored capture,trance,catch,enamor,captivate,charm,fascinate,bewitch beguiled adj filled with wonder and delight captivated,charmed,delighted,enthralled,entranced beguiling adj highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire alluring,enticing,tempting beguiling adj misleading by means of pleasant or alluring methods beguine n (Roman Catholic Church) a member of a lay sisterhood (one of several founded in the Netherlands in the 12th and 13th centuries); though not beguine n music written in the bolero rhythm of the beguine dance beguine n a ballroom dance that originated in the French West Indies; similar to the rumba begum n a Muslim woman of high rank in India or Pakistan behalf n as the agent of or on someone's part (usually expressed as `on behalf of' rather than `in behalf of') behalf n for someone's benefit (usually expressed as `in behalf' rather than `on behalf' and usually with a possessive) behave v behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself act,do behave v behave in a certain manner acquit,bear,deport,conduct,comport,carry behave v behave well or properly comport misbehave behavior n manner of acting or controlling yourself behaviour,conduct,doings behavior n the action or reaction of something (as a machine or substance) under specified circumstances behaviour behavior n (behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people demeanor,demeanour,behaviour,conduct,deportment behavior n (psychology) the aggregate of the responses or reactions or movements made by an organism in any situation behaviour behavioral adj of or relating to behavior behavioural behaviorist n a psychologist who subscribes to behaviorism behaviorist adj of or relating to behaviorism behaviour n the action or reaction of something (as a machine or substance) under specified circumstances behavior behaviour n (behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people demeanor,demeanour,behavior,conduct,deportment behaviour n (psychology) the aggregate of the responses or reactions or movements made by an organism in any situation behavior behaviour n manner of acting or controlling yourself behavior,conduct,doings behavioural adj of or relating to behavior behavioral behead v cut the head of decapitate,decollate beheaded adj having had the head cut off decapitated beheading n execution by cutting off the victim's head decapitation beheading n killing by cutting off the head decapitation behemoth n someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful giant,goliath,monster,colossus behemoth n a person of exceptional importance and reputation colossus,giant,heavyweight,titan behest n an authoritative command or request behind n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,bum,buns,can,fundament behind adj having the lower score or lagging position in a contest behind adv in or to or toward the rear behind adv remaining in a place or condition that has been left or departed from behind adv of timepieces slow behind adv in or into an inferior position behold v see with attention beholden adj under a moral obligation to someone beholder n a person who becomes aware (of things or events) through the senses percipient,observer beholding n perception by means of the eyes seeing behoove v be appropriate or necessary beige n a very light brown ecru beige adj of a light greyish-brown color beijing n capital of the People's Republic of China in the Hebei province in northeastern China; 2nd largest Chinese city peking being n the state or fact of existing existence being n a living thing that has (or can develop) the ability to act or function independently organism beira n a port city in eastern Mozambique on the Mozambique Channel beirut n capital and largest city of Lebanon; located in western Lebanon on the Mediterranean bel n a logarithmic unit of sound intensity equal to 10 decibels b bel n Babylonian god of the earth; one of the supreme triad including Anu and Ea; earlier identified with En-lil belabor v to work at or to absurd length belabor v attack verbally with harsh criticism belabor v beat soundly belarus n a landlocked republic in eastern Europe; formerly a European soviet belarusian n the Slavic language spoken in Belarus belarusian adj of or pertaining to Belarus or to the people or culture of Belarus belated adj after the expected or usual time; delayed late,tardy belatedly adv later than usual or than expected late belay n something to which a mountain climber's rope can be secured belay v turn a rope round an object or person in order to secure it or him belay v fasten a boat to a bitt, pin, or cleat belch n a reflex that expels gas noisily from the stomach through the mouth belching,burp,burping belch v expel gas from the stomach burp,bubble belch v become active and spew forth lava and rocks erupt belching n the forceful expulsion of something from inside belching n a reflex that expels gas noisily from the stomach through the mouth belch,burp,burping beldame n an ugly evil-looking old woman hag,witch,crone beldame n a woman of advanced age beleaguer v annoy persistently tease,badger,pester,bug beleaguer v surround so as to force to give up besiege,surround,circumvent beleaguering n the action of an armed force that surrounds a fortified place and isolates it while continuing to attack siege,besieging belfast n capital and largest city of Northern Ireland; the center of Protestantism in Northern Ireland belfry n a bell tower; usually stands alone unattached to a building belfry n a room (often at the top of a tower) where bells are hung belgian n a native or inhabitant of Belgium belgian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Belgium or the Belgian people belgium n a monarchy in northwestern Europe; headquarters for the European Union and for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization belgrade n capital and largest city of Serbia and Montenegro; situated on the Danube belie v be in contradiction with contradict,negate belie v represent falsely misrepresent belief n any cognitive content held as true belief n a vague idea in which some confidence is placed impression,feeling,notion,opinion believability n the quality of being believable or trustworthy credibility believable adj capable of being believed credible believe v accept as true; take to be true disbelieve believe v judge or regard; look upon; judge think,consider,conceive believe v be confident about something trust believe v follow a credo; have a faith; be a believer believer n a supporter who accepts something as true truster believer n a person who has religious faith worshiper,worshipper believing n the cognitive process that leads to convictions belittle v cause to seem less serious; play down minimize,denigrate belittle v express a negative opinion of disparage belittle v lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of diminish belittled adj made to seem smaller or less (especially in worth) diminished,small belittling n a belittling comment belittling n the act of belittling belittling adj tending to diminish or disparage deprecating,slighting belize n a country on the northeastern coast of Central America on the Caribbean; formerly under British control bell n a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck bell n a push button at an outer door that gives a ringing or buzzing signal when pushed doorbell,buzzer bell n the sound of a bell being struck toll bell n (nautical) each of the eight half-hour units of nautical time signaled by strokes of a ship's bell; eight bells signals 4:00, 8:00, or 12:00 bell v attach a bell to belladonna n perennial Eurasian herb with reddish bell-shaped flowers and shining black berries; extensively grown in United States; roots and leaves yie belladonna n an alkaloidal extract or tincture of the poisonous belladonna plant that is used medicinally bellboy n someone employed as an errand boy and luggage carrier around hotels bellman,bellhop belle n a young woman who is the most charming and beautiful of several rivals bellflower n any of various plants of the genus Campanula having blue or white bell-shaped flowers bellhop n someone employed as an errand boy and luggage carrier around hotels bellboy,bellman bellicose adj having or showing a ready disposition to fight combative bellied adj having a belly; often used in combination bellyless bellied adj curving outward bulbous,bulging belligerence n hostile or warlike attitude or nature belligerence n a natural disposition to be hostile aggressiveness belligerent n someone who fights (or is fighting) combatant,fighter belligerent adj characteristic of an enemy or one eager to fight aggressive belligerent adj engaged in war militant,warring belling n a noisy mock serenade (made by banging pans and kettles) to a newly married couple shivaree bellini n Italian composer of operas (1801-1835) bellis n daisy bellman n someone employed as an errand boy and luggage carrier around hotels bellboy,bellhop bellow n a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal) bellowing,holla,holler,hollering,hollo,roar,roaring,yowl bellow n United States author (born in Canada) whose novels influenced American literature after World War II (1915-2005) bellow v shout loudly and without restraint bawl bellow v make a loud noise, as of animal roar bellowing n a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal) bellow,holla,holler,hollering,hollo,roar,roaring,yowl bellows n (used in the plural) a mechanical device that blows a strong current of air; used to make a fire burn more fiercely or to sound a musical in bellwether n someone who assumes leadership of a movement or activity bellwether n sheep that leads the herd often wearing a bell belly n the region of the body of a vertebrate between the thorax and the pelvis abdomen,venter,stomach belly n a protruding abdomen paunch belly n a part that bulges deeply belly n the hollow inside of something belly v swell out or bulge out bellyache n an ache localized in the stomach or abdominal region stomachache bellyache v complain gripe,bitch,grouse,crab,beef,squawk,holler bellyless adj lacking a prominent belly bellied belmont n a racetrack for thoroughbred racing in Elmont on Long Island; site of the Belmont Stakes belong v be owned by; be in the possession of belong v be suitable or acceptable belong v be in the right place or situation go belong v be rightly classified in a class or category belonging n happiness felt in a secure relationship belongings n something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone property,holding beloved n a beloved person; used as terms of endearment dear,dearest,honey,love beloved adj dearly loved darling,dear below adv in or to a place that is lower beneath above below adv (in writing) at a later place infra above below adv on a floor below downstairs below adv further down under belt n endless loop of flexible material between two rotating shafts or pulleys belt n a band to tie or buckle around the body (usually at the waist) belt n an elongated region where a specific condition or characteristic is found belt n a vigorous blow knock,bash,bang,smash belt v sing loudly and forcefully belt v deliver a blow to belt v fasten with a belt belted adj having or provided with a belt belting n the material of which belts are made beltway n a highway that encircles an urban area so that traffic does not have to pass through the center bypass beluga n valuable source of caviar and isinglass; found in Black and Caspian seas hausen beluga n small northern whale that is white when adult belvedere n densely branched Eurasian plant; foliage turns purple-red in autumn belvedere n a gazebo sited to command a fine view bema n area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing chancel,sanctuary bemire v make soiled, filthy, or dirty dirty,soil,begrime,grime,colly bemoan v regret strongly deplore,lament bemuse v cause to be confused emotionally bewilder,throw bemused adj deeply absorbed in thought lost,preoccupied bemused adj perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment baffled,befuddled,bewildered,confounded,confused,lost bemusement n confusion resulting from failure to understand bewilderment,obfuscation,puzzlement ben n a mountain or tall hill benadryl n antihistamine (trade name Benadryl) used to treat allergic reactions involving the nasal passages (hay fever) and also to treat motion sickn bench n a long seat for more than one person bench n a level shelf of land interrupting a declivity (with steep slopes above and below) terrace bench n persons who administer justice judiciary bench n a strong worktable for a carpenter or mechanic workbench bench v take out of a game; of players bench v exhibit on a bench benchmark n a standard by which something can be measured or judged benchmark n a surveyor's mark on a permanent object of predetermined position and elevation used as a reference point bend n a circular segment of a curve crook,twist,turn bend n movement that causes the formation of a curve bending bend n curved segment (of a road or river or railroad track etc.) curve bend n an angular or rounded shape made by folding fold,crease,flexure,crimp bend v form a curve flex straighten bend v change direction bend v cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form flex,deform,twist,turn unbend bend v bend one's back forward from the waist on down crouch,stoop,bow bendable adj capable of being bent or flexed or twisted without breaking pliable,pliant,waxy bended adj used of the back and knees; stooped bent bender n a tool for bending bender n revelry in drinking; a merry drinking party carouse,carousal,toot bender n a pitch of a baseball that is thrown with spin so that its path curves as it approaches the batter curve bending n movement that causes the formation of a curve bend bending n the property of being bent or deflected deflection bending n the act of bending something bends n pain resulting from rapid change in pressure beneath adv in or to a place that is lower below benedict n United States anthropologist (1887-1948) benedict n Italian monk who founded the Benedictine order about 540 (480-547) benedict n a newly married man (especially one who has long been a bachelor) benedictine n a monk or nun belonging to the order founded by Saint Benedict benedictine n a French liqueur originally made by Benedictine monks benedictine adj of or relating to Saint Benedict or his works benedictine adj of or relating to the Benedictines benediction n the act of praying for divine protection blessing benediction n a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection blessing benefactor n a person who helps people or institutions (especially with financial help) helper beneficence n doing good; feeling beneficent beneficence n the quality of being kind or helpful or generous beneficent adj doing or producing good maleficent beneficent adj generous in assistance to the poor benevolent,eleemosynary,philanthropic beneficial adj promoting or enhancing well-being good beneficially adv in a beneficial manner beneficiary n the recipient of funds or other benefits beneficiary n the semantic role of the intended recipient who benefits from the happening denoted by the verb in the clause beneficiary adj having or arising from a benefice benefit n financial assistance in time of need benefit n something that aids or promotes well-being welfare benefit n a performance to raise money for a charitable cause benefit v derive a benefit from profit,gain benefit v be beneficial for benelux n a customs union comprising Belgium and Netherlands and Luxembourg benet n United States poet; brother of William Rose Benet (1898-1943) benet n United States writer; brother of Stephen Vincent Benet (1886-1950) benevolence n disposition to do good malevolence benevolence n an inclination to do kind or charitable acts benevolence n an act intending or showing kindness and good will benevolent adj intending or showing kindness benevolent adj showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity charitable,kindly,sympathetic benevolent adj generous in providing aid to others benevolent adj generous in assistance to the poor beneficent,eleemosynary,philanthropic bengal n a region whose eastern part is now Bangladesh and whose western part is included in India bengali n (Hinduism) a member of a people living in Bangladesh and West Bengal (mainly Hindus) bengali n an ethnic group speaking Bengali and living in Bangladesh and eastern India bengali n a Magadhan language spoken by the Bengali people; the official language of Bangladesh and Bengal bengali adj of or relating to or characteristic of Bengal or its people benghazi n port in northern Libya on the Gulf of Sidra; formerly a joint capital of Libya with Tripoli benight v overtake with darkness or night benight v envelop with social, intellectual, or moral darkness benight v make darker and difficult to perceive by sight benighted adj overtaken by night or darkness benighted adj lacking enlightenment or knowledge or culture dark benign adj not dangerous to health; not recurrent or progressive (especially of a tumor) malignant benign adj pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence benignant malign benign adj kindness of disposition or manner benignant adj pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence benign benignant adj characterized by kindness and warm courtesy especially of a king to his subjects gracious benignly adv in a benign manner benin n a country on western coast of Africa; formerly under French control benison n a spoken blessing benjamin n gum resin used especially in treating skin irritation benjamin n (Old Testament) the youngest and best-loved son of Jacob and Rachel and one of the twelve forebears of the tribes of Israel benne n East Indian annual erect herb; source of sesame seed or benniseed and sesame oil sesame,benny bennet n avens of Virginia having pale or greenish yellow flowers bennet n North American white-flowered avens bennett n United States aviator who (with Richard E. Byrd) piloted the first flight over the North Pole (1890-1928) bennie n a form of amphetamine benny n East Indian annual erect herb; source of sesame seed or benniseed and sesame oil sesame,benne benny n United States comedian known for his timeing and delivery and self-effacing humor (1894-1974) bent n a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way set bent n grass for pastures and lawns especially bowling and putting greens bent n an area of grassland unbounded by fences or hedges bent n a special way of doing something knack,hang bent adj fixed in your purpose bent adj used of the back and knees; stooped bended bent adj of metal e.g. crumpled,dented benton n United States artist whose paintings portrayed life in the Midwest and South (1889-1975) benton n United States legislator who opposed the use of paper currency (1782-1858) bentonite n an absorbent aluminum silicate clay formed from volcanic ash bentwood n wood that is steamed until it becomes pliable and then is shaped for use in making furniture benzene n a colorless liquid hydrocarbon; highly flammable; carcinogenic; the simplest of the aromatic compounds benzine benzine n a colorless liquid hydrocarbon; highly flammable; carcinogenic; the simplest of the aromatic compounds benzene beowulf n the legendary hero of an anonymous Old English epic poem composed in the early 8th century; he slays a monster and becomes king but dies fig bequeath v leave or give by will after one's death will,leave disinherit bequest n (law) a gift of personal property by will legacy berate v censure severely or angrily rebuke,rag,trounce,lecture,reprimand,jaw,scold,chide berating n a severe rebuke berber n a member of an indigenous people of northern Africa berber n a cluster of related dialects that were once the major language of northern Africa west of Egypt; now spoken mostly in Morocco bereave v deprive through death bereaved n a person who has suffered the death of someone they loved bereaved adj sorrowful through loss or deprivation bereft,grieving,mourning bereavement n state of sorrow over the death or departure of a loved one mourning bereft adj unhappy in love; suffering from unrequited love lovelorn bereft adj sorrowful through loss or deprivation bereaved,grieving,mourning beret n a cap with no brim or bill; made of soft cloth berg n a large mass of ice floating at sea; usually broken off of a polar glacier iceberg berg n Austrian composer in Schoenberg's twelve-tone music system (1885-1935) bergall n common in north Atlantic coastal waters of the United States bergen n a port city in southwestern Norway bergman n Swedish film actress (1915-1982) bergman n Swedish film director who used heavy symbolism and explored the psychology of the characters (born 1918) bering n Danish explorer who explored the northern Pacific Ocean for the Russians and discovered the Bering Strait (1681-1741) berk n a stupid person who is easy to take advantage of berkeley n Irish philosopher and Anglican bishop who opposed the materialism of Thomas Hobbes (1685-1753) berkeley n a city in California on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay; site of the University of California at Berkeley berkshire n a county in southern England berlin n capital of Germany located in eastern Germany berlin n United States songwriter (born in Russia) who wrote more than 1500 songs and several musical comedies (1888-1989) berlin n a limousine with a glass partition between the front and back seats berliner n an inhabitant of Berlin berm n a narrow ledge or shelf typically at the top or bottom of a slope berm n a narrow edge of land (usually unpaved) along the side of a road shoulder bermuda n a group of islands in the Atlantic off the Carolina coast; British colony; a popular resort bern n the capital of Switzerland; located in western Switzerland berne bernard n French physiologist noted for research on secretions of the alimentary canal and the glycogenic function of the liver (1813-1878) berne n the capital of Switzerland; located in western Switzerland bern bernhardt n French actress (1844-1923) bernstein n United States conductor and composer (1918-1990) berry n any of numerous small and pulpy edible fruits; used as desserts or in making jams and jellies and preserves berry n a small fruit having any of various structures, e.g., simple (grape or blueberry) or aggregate (blackberry or raspberry) berry n United States rock singer (born in 1931) berry v pick or gather berries berrylike adj resembling a berry berserk n one of the ancient Norse warriors legendary for working themselves into a frenzy before a battle and fighting with reckless savagery and ins berserker berserk adj wildly frenzied and out of control amuck,amok berserker n one of the ancient Norse warriors legendary for working themselves into a frenzy before a battle and fighting with reckless savagery and ins berserk berth n a job in an organization position,post,office,spot,billet,place,situation berth n a place where a craft can be made fast mooring,slip berth n a bed on a ship or train; usually in tiers bunk berth v provide with a berth berth v secure in or as if in a berth or dock moor berth v come into or dock at a wharf moor,wharf beryl n the chief source of beryllium; colored transparent varieties are valued as gems beryllium n a light strong brittle grey toxic bivalent metallic element be beseech v ask for or request earnestly bid,entreat,adjure,press,conjure beseeching adj begging pleading,imploring imperative beseem v accord or comport with befit,suit beset v annoy continually or chronically harass,hassle,harry,chevy,plague,molest,provoke beset v assail or attack on all sides: "The zebra was beset by leopards" beset v decorate or cover lavishly (as with gems) encrust,incrust besides adv making an additional point; anyway besides adv in addition too,also,likewise besiege v surround so as to force to give up beleaguer,surround,circumvent besiege v cause to feel distressed or worried besiege v harass, as with questions or requests besieged adj surrounded by hostile forces besieging n the action of an armed force that surrounds a fortified place and isolates it while continuing to attack siege,beleaguering besom n a broom made of twigs tied together on a long handle besotted adj very drunk crocked,cockeyed,loaded,pissed,plastered,sloshed,smashed,soaked bespatter v spot, splash, or soil spatter bespeak v be a signal for or a symptom of indicate,point,signal bespeak v express the need or desire for request,quest bespectacled adj wearing, or having the face adorned with, eyeglasses or an eyeglass bespoke adj (of clothing) custom-made tailored bessemer n British inventor and metallurgist who developed the Bessemer process (1813-1898) best n the supreme effort one can make worst best n the person who is most outstanding or excellent; someone who tops all others topper best n Canadian physiologist (born in the United States) who assisted F. G. Banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978) best v get the better of outdo,outflank,trump,scoop best adj (superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities worst best adj (comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable better best adv in a most excellent way or manner best adv it would be sensible best adv from a position of superiority or authority better bestial adj resembling a beast; showing lack of human sensibility beastly,brute,brutish,brutal bestiality n the stupid brutal quality of a beast bestiality n sexual activity between a person and an animal sodomy bestir v become active rouse bestow v present confer bestow v give as a gift bestow v bestow a quality on lend,impart,contribute,add,bring bestride v get up on the back of mount bestseller n a book that has had a large and rapid sale bet n the money risked on a gamble stake,stakes,wager bet n the act of gambling wager bet v maintain with or as if with a bet wager bet v stake on the outcome of an issue wager,play bet v have faith or confidence in count,depend,swear,rely,bank,look,calculate,reckon beta n the 2nd letter of the Greek alphabet beta n beets beta adj second in order of importance beta adj preliminary or testing stage of a software or hardware product betatron n accelerates a continuous beam of electrons to high speeds by means of the electric field produced by changing magnetic flux betel n a leaf of a vine from the betel pepper betel n Asian pepper plant whose leaves are chewed with betel nut (seed of the betel palm) by southeast Asians betelgeuse n the second brightest star in Orion beth n the 2nd letter of the Hebrew alphabet bethel n a house of worship (especially one for sailors) bethink v cause oneself to consider something bethink v consider or ponder something carefully bethlehem n a town in eastern Pennsylvania on the Lehigh River to the northwest of Philadelphia; an important center for steel production bethlehem n a small town near Jerusalem on the West Bank of the Jordan River; early home of David and regarded as the place where Jesus was born betide v become of; happen to befall betimes adv in good time early betray v reveal unintentionally betray v deliver to an enemy by treachery sell betray v disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake fail betray v be sexually unfaithful to one's partner in marriage cheat,cuckold,wander betrayal n an act of deliberate betrayal treachery,treason,perfidy betrayal n the quality of aiding an enemy betroth v give to in marriage engage,affiance,plight betrothal n a mutual promise to marry troth,engagement betrothal n the act of becoming betrothed or engaged espousal betrothed n the person to whom you are engaged betrothed adj pledged to be married better n something superior in quality or condition or effect better n someone who bets bettor,punter better n a superior person having claim to precedence better n the superior one of two alternatives better v surpass in excellence break better v to make better improve,amend,ameliorate worsen better v get better improve,ameliorate worsen better adj (comparative of `good') superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more worse better adj (comparative of `good') changed for the better in health or fitness worse better adj (comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable best better adj more than half better adv comparative of `well'; in a better or more excellent manner or more advantageously or attractively or to a greater degree etc. better adv from a position of superiority or authority best bettering adj changing for the better worsening betterment n a change for the better; progress in development improvement,advance betterment n an improvement that adds to the value of a property or facility betterment n the act of relieving ills and changing for the better amelioration betting adj preoccupied with the pursuit of pleasure and especially games of chance dissipated,sporting bettor n someone who bets better,punter between adv in the interval betwixt between adv in between betwixt adv in the interval between bevel n two surfaces meeting at an angle different from 90 degrees cant,chamfer bevel n a hand tool consisting of two rules that are hinged together so you can draw or measure angles of any size bevel v cut a bevel on; shape to a bevel chamfer beverage n any liquid suitable for drinking drink,drinkable,potable bevy n a large gathering of people of a particular type bevy n a flock of birds (especially when gathered close together on the ground) beware v be on one's guard; be cautious or wary about; be alert to mind bewilder v be a mystery or bewildering to perplex,vex,stick,get,puzzle,mystify,baffle,beat bewilder v cause to be confused emotionally bemuse,throw bewildered adj perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment baffled,befuddled,bemused,confounded,confused,lost bewilderment n confusion resulting from failure to understand obfuscation,puzzlement,bemusement bewitch v attract; cause to be enamored capture,trance,catch,enamor,captivate,beguile,charm,fascinate bewitch v attract strongly, as if with a magnet mesmerize bewitch v cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something hex,glamour,witch,enchant,jinx bewitched adj captured, as if under a spell bewitching adj capturing interest as if by a spell captivating,enchanting,fascinating bey n (formerly) a title of respect for a man in Turkey or Egypt bey n the governor of a district or province in the Ottoman Empire beyond adv farther along in space or time or degree beyond adv on the farther side from the observer beyond adv in addition bezant n a gold coin of the Byzantine Empire; widely circulated in Europe in the Middle Ages bezel n a sloping edge on a cutting tool bezique n a card game played with a pack of forty-eight cards (two of each suit for high cards); play resembles whist pinochle bhang n a preparation of the leaves and flowers of the hemp plant; much used in India bharat n a republic in the Asian subcontinent in southern Asia; second most populous country in the world; achieved independence from the United King india bhutan n a landlocked principality in the Himalayas to the northeast of India bi n a heavy brittle diamagnetic trivalent metallic element (resembles arsenic and antimony chemically); usually recovered as a by-product from o bismuth biannual adj occurring or payable twice each year semiannual bias n a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation prejudice,preconception bias n a line or cut across a fabric that is not at right angles to a side of the fabric diagonal bias v influence in an unfair way bias v cause to be biased predetermine bias adj slanting diagonally across the grain of a fabric biased adj favoring one person or side over another colored,coloured,slanted biaxial adj having two axes bib n top part of an apron; covering the chest bib n a napkin tied under the chin of a child while eating bib v drink moderately but regularly tipple bible n the sacred writings of the Christian religions book,scripture,word bible n a book regarded as authoritative in its field biblical adj of or pertaining to or contained in or in accordance with the Bible scriptural biblical adj in keeping with the nature of the Bible or its times or people bibliographic adj relating to or dealing with bibliography bibliographical bibliographical adj relating to or dealing with bibliography bibliographic bibliography n a list of writings with time and place of publication (such as the writings of a single author or the works referred to in preparing a docum bicarbonate n a salt of carbonic acid (containing the anion HCO3) in which one hydrogen atom has been replaced; an acid carbonate bicentenary n the 200th anniversary (or the celebration of it) bicentennial bicentenary adj of or relating to or completing a period of 200 years bicentennial bicentennial n the 200th anniversary (or the celebration of it) bicentenary bicentennial adj of or relating to or completing a period of 200 years bicentenary biceps n any skeletal muscle having two origins (but especially the muscle that flexes the forearm) bicker n a quarrel about petty points bickering,spat,tiff,squabble,fuss bicker v argue over petty things quibble,niggle,squabble,brabble bickering n a quarrel about petty points bicker,spat,tiff,squabble,fuss bicuspid n a tooth having two cusps or points; located between the incisors and the molars premolar bicuspid adj having two cusps or points (especially a molar tooth) bicycle n a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals bike,wheel,cycle bicycle v ride a bicycle cycle,bike,pedal,wheel bicycling n riding a bicycle bicyclist n a person who rides a bicycle cyclist,wheeler,biker bid n an authoritative direction or instruction to do something command,bidding,dictation bid n an attempt to get something play bid n a formal proposal to buy at a specified price tender bid n (bridge) the number of tricks a bridge player is willing to contract to make bidding bid v propose a payment offer,tender bid v invoke upon wish bid v ask for or request earnestly beseech,entreat,adjure,press,conjure bid v make a demand, as for a card or a suit or a show of hands call biddable adj willing to carry out the orders or wishes of another without protest acquiescent bidder n someone who makes an offer bidder n someone who makes a bid at cards bidding n an authoritative direction or instruction to do something command,bid,dictation bidding n a request to be present summons bidding n (bridge) the number of tricks a bridge player is willing to contract to make bid biddy n adult female chicken hen biddy n young bird especially of domestic fowl chick bide v dwell abide,stay bidet n a basin for washing genitals and anal area bidirectional adj reactive or functioning or allowing movement in two usually opposite directions biedermeier adj of or relating to a style of furniture developed in Germany in the 19th century biennial n (botany) a plant having a life cycle that normally takes two seasons from germination to death to complete; flowering biennials usually bloo biennial adj having a life cycle lasting two seasons perennial,annual biennial adj occurring every second year bier n a coffin along with its stand bier n a stand to support a corpse or a coffin prior to burial biff n (boxing) a blow with the fist punch,clout,poke,lick,slug biff v strike, usually with the fist pummel,pommel bifocal adj having two foci bifocals n (plural) eyeglasses having two focal lengths, one for near vision and the other for far vision bifurcate v split or divide into two bifurcate v divide into two branches bifurcate adj resembling a fork; divided or separated into two branches branched,forked,pronged bifurcated adj divided into or made up of two parts bifurcation n a bifurcating branch (one or both of them) bifurcation n the place where something divides into two branches bifurcation n the act of splitting into two branches big adj above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent large little big adj significant big adj very intense bad big adj loud and firm big adv extremely well big adv in a boastful manner large big adv on a grand scale small big adv in a major way bigamous adj of illegal marriage to a second person while legally married to a first bigamy n the state of having two spouses at the same time bigamy n the offense of marrying someone while you have a living spouse from whom no valid divorce has occurred bigfoot n large hairy humanoid creature said to live in wilderness areas of the United States and Canada sasquatch bigger adj large or big relative to something else larger biggin n a child's tight-fitting cap; often ties under the chin bighead n any of various diseases of animals characterized by edema of the head and neck bighearted adj given or giving freely big,bounteous,bountiful,handsome,giving,liberal bighorn n a river that flows from central Wyoming to the Yellowstone River in southern Montana bighorn n wild sheep of mountainous regions of western North America having massive curled horns bight n a loop in a rope bight n a bend or curve (especially in a coastline) bight n a broad bay formed by an indentation in the shoreline bight n the middle part of a slack rope (as distinguished from its ends) bight v fasten with a bight bigness n the property of having a relatively great size largeness bigot n a prejudiced person who is intolerant of any opinions differing from his own bigoted adj blindly and obstinately attached to some creed or opinion and intolerant toward others bigotry n the intolerance and prejudice of a bigot dogmatism bigwig n the most important person in a group or undertaking kingpin bihar n a state of northeastern India bihari n the Indic language spoken in Bihar (and by some people in Pakistan and Bangladesh) bike n a motor vehicle with two wheels and a strong frame motorcycle bike n a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals bicycle,wheel,cycle bike v ride a bicycle bicycle,cycle,pedal,wheel biker n a person who rides a bicycle cyclist,bicyclist,wheeler bikers n originally a British youth subculture that evolved out of the teddy boys in the 1960s; wore black leather jackets and jeans and boots; had g rockers bikini n an atoll in the Marshall Islands; formerly used by the United States as a site for testing nuclear weapons bikini n a woman's very brief bathing suit bilateral adj having identical parts on each side of an axis bilateral adj affecting or undertaken by two parties bilateral adj having two sides or parts bilaterally adv with the involvement of two parties or governments bilaterally adv so as to involve two sides or parts bilby n bandicoot with leathery ears like a rabbit bile n a digestive juice secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder; aids in the digestion of fats gall bilge n water accumulated in the bilge of a ship bilge n where the sides of the vessel curve in to form the bottom bilge v cause to leak bilge v take in water at the bilge bilingual n a person who speaks two languages fluently bilingual adj using or knowing two languages bilingualism n the ability to speak two languages colloquially bilious adj relating to or containing bile bilious adj suffering from or suggesting a liver disorder or gastric distress livery bilious adj irritable as if suffering from indigestion dyspeptic bilk v cheat somebody out of what is due, especially money bilk v hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of thwart,queer,spoil,scotch,foil,cross,frustrate,baffle bilk v evade payment to bilk v escape, either physically or mentally elude,evade bill n a statute in draft before it becomes law measure bill n an itemized statement of money owed for goods shipped or services rendered account,invoice bill n a piece of paper money (especially one issued by a central bank) note,greenback bill n the entertainment offered at a public presentation bill v demand payment charge bill v advertise especially by posters or placards bill v publicize or announce by placards placard billboard n large outdoor signboard hoarding billed adj having a beak or bill as specified billet n a short personal letter note,line billet n lodging for military personnel (especially in a private home) billet n a job in an organization position,post,berth,office,spot,place,situation billet v provide housing for (military personnel) quarter,canton billfish n primitive predaceous North American fish covered with hard scales and having long jaws with needlelike teeth gar billfish n giant warm-water game fish having a prolonged and rounded toothless upper jaw billfish n slender long-beaked fish of temperate Atlantic waters billfish n elongate European surface-dwelling predacious fishes with long toothed jaws; abundant in coastal waters needlefish,gar billfold n a pocket-size case for holding papers and paper money wallet,pocketbook billiard adj of or relating to billiards billiards n any of several games played on rectangular cloth-covered table (with cushioned edges) in which long tapering cue sticks are used to propel i billing n request for payment of a debt charge billings n the largest city in Montana; located in southern Montana on the Yellowstone river billion n the number that is represented as a one followed by 12 zeros; in the United Kingdom the usage followed in the United States is frequently se billion n a very large indefinite number (usually hyperbole) million,trillion,zillion,gazillion billion n the number that is represented as a one followed by 9 zeros billion adj denoting a quantity consisting of one thousand million items or units in the United States billion adj denoting a quantity consisting of one million million items or units in Great Britain billionaire n a very rich person whose material wealth is valued at more than a billion dollars billionth n position 1,000,000,000 in a countable series of things billionth n one part in a billion equal parts billionth adj the ordinal number of one billion in counting order billow n a large sea wave surge billow v rise up as if in waves wallow billow v move with great difficulty billow v rise and move, as in waves or billows surge,heave billow v become inflated balloon,inflate billowing adj characterized by great swelling waves or surges surging billy n a short stout club used primarily by policemen truncheon,nightstick,baton billy n male goat biloxi n a member of the Siouan people of southeastern Mississippi biloxi n an old town in southern Mississippi on the Gulf of Mexico biloxi n the Siouan language spoken by the Biloxi bilsted n a North American tree of the genus Liquidambar having prickly spherical fruit clusters and fragrant sap bimbo n a young woman indulged by rich and powerful older men bimodal adj of a distribution; having or occurring with two modes bimonthly n a periodical that is published twice a month or every two months (either 24 or 6 issues per year) bimonthly adj occurring twice a month bimonthly adj occurring every two months bimonthly adv twice a month bimonthly adv every two months bin n a container; usually has a lid bin n the quantity contained in a bin bin n an identification number consisting of a two-part code assigned to banks and savings associations; the first part shows the location and the bin v store in bins binary n a system of two stars that revolve around each other under their mutual gravitation binary n a pre-compiled, pre-linked program that is ready to run under a given operating system; a binary for one operating system will not run on a binary adj of or pertaining to a number system have 2 as its base binary adj consisting of two (units or components or elements or terms) bind n something that hinders as if with bonds bind v stick to firmly adhere,bond,stick bind v create social or emotional ties tie,attach,bond bind v make fast; tie or secure, with or as if with a rope bind v wrap around with something so as to cover or enclose bandage binder n a machine that cuts grain and binds it in sheaves binder n something used to bind separate particles together or facilitate adhesion to a surface binder n holds loose papers or magazines binder n something used to tie or bind ligature binding n the capacity to attract and hold something binding n strip sewn over or along an edge for reinforcement or decoration binding n the act of applying a bandage dressing binding n one of a pair of mechanical devices that are attached to a ski and that will grip a ski boot; the bindings should release in case of a fall binding adj executed with proper legal authority bindweed n any of several vines of the genera Convolvulus and Calystegia having a twining habit bine n European twining plant whose flowers are used chiefly to flavor malt liquors; cultivated in America binge n any act of immoderate indulgence orgy,splurge binge n an occasion for excessive eating or drinking bust,tear,bout binge v overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself gorge,glut,stuff,overeat binger n someone addicted to crack cocaine bingle n a base hit on which the batter stops safely at first base single bingo n a game in which numbered balls are drawn at random and players cover the corresponding numbers on their cards lotto,keno binnacle n a nonmagnetic housing for a ship's compass (usually in front of the helm) binocular adj relating to both eyes binoculars n (plural) an optical instrument designed for simultaneous use by both eyes binomial n (mathematics) a quantity expressed as a sum or difference of two terms; a polynomial with two terms binomial adj of or relating to or consisting of two terms binomial adj having or characterized by two names, especially those of genus and species in taxonomies biochemical adj of or relating to biochemistry; involving chemical processes in living organisms biochemist n someone with special training in biochemistry biochemistry n the organic chemistry of compounds and processes occurring in organisms; the effort to understand biology within the context of chemistry biodegradable adj capable of being decomposed by e.g. bacteria biodiversity n the diversity of plant and animal life in a particular habitat (or in the world as a whole) biogenesis n production of a chemical compound by a living organism biosynthesis biogenesis n the production of living organisms from other living organisms biogeographic adj of or relating to or involved with biogeography biographer n someone who writes an account of a person's life biographical adj of or relating to or being biography biography n an account of the series of events making up a person's life life biohazard n hazard to humans or the environment resulting from biological agents or conditions biohazard n any bacterium or virus or toxin that could be used in biological warfare biologic adj pertaining to biology or to life and living things biological biological adj pertaining to biology or to life and living things biologic biological adj (of a parent or child) related by blood; genetically related natural adoptive biologically adv with respect to biology biologist n (biology) a scientist who studies living organisms biology n the science that studies living organisms biology n characteristic life processes and phenomena of living organisms biology n all the plant and animal life of a particular region biome n a major biotic community characterized by the dominant forms of plant life and the prevailing climate bionic adj of or relating to bionics bionic adj having particular physiological functions augmented or replaced by electronic or electromechanical components biophysics n physics as applied to biological problems biopsy n examination of tissues or liquids from the living body to determine the existence or cause of a disease biosphere n the regions of the surface and atmosphere of the Earth (or other planet) where living organisms exist biostatistics n a branch of biology that studies biological phenomena and observations by means of statistical analysis biosynthesis n production of a chemical compound by a living organism biogenesis biotech n the branch of molecular biology that studies the use of microorganisms to perform specific industrial processes biotic adj of or relating to living organisms biotin n a B vitamin that aids in body growth biotite n dark brown to black mica found in igneous and metamorphic rock bioweapon n any weapon usable in biological warfare biparous adj producing two offspring at a time bipartisan adj supported by both sides biplane n old fashioned airplane; has two wings one above the other bipolar adj of or relating to manic depressive illness bipolar adj of, pertaining to, or occurring in both polar regions bipolar adj having two poles biracial adj consisting of or combining two races birch n hard close-grained wood of any of various birch trees; used especially in furniture and interior finishes and plywood birch n any betulaceous tree or shrub of the genus Betula having a thin peeling bark birch n a switch consisting of a twig or a bundle of twigs from a birch tree; used to hit people as punishment birch v whip with a birch twig birch adj consisting of or made of wood of the birch tree bird n warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings bird n the flesh of a bird or fowl (wild or domestic) used as food fowl bird n informal terms for a (young) woman dame,doll,wench,skirt,chick bird n a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt boo,hoot,hiss,raspberry,razz,snort bird v watch and study birds in their natural habitat birdbrain n a person with confused ideas; incapable of serious thought loon birdcage n a cage in which a bird can be kept birder n a person who identifies and studies birds in their natural habitats birdhouse n a shelter for birds birdie n (golf) a score of one stroke under par on a hole birdie n badminton equipment consisting of a ball of cork or rubber with a crown of feathers shuttlecock,bird,shuttle birdie v shoot in one stroke under par birdlime n a sticky adhesive that is smeared on small branches to capture small birds lime birdlime v spread birdlime on branches to catch birds lime birdseed n food given to birds; usually mixed seeds birdsong n the characteristic sound produced by a bird call,song birl v cause a floating log to rotate by treading birle birl v cause to spin whirl,spin,twirl birle v cause a floating log to rotate by treading birl birmingham n the largest city in Alabama; located in northeastern Alabama birmingham n a city in central England; 2nd largest English city and an important industrial and transportation center biro n a pen that has a small metal ball as the point of transfer of ink to paper ballpoint birr n the basic unit of money in Ethiopia; equal to 100 cents birr n sound of something in rapid motion whir,whirr,whirring birr v make a soft swishing sound whiz,whirr,whir,purr birth n the time when something begins (especially life) death birth n the event of being born nativity,nascence death birth n the process of giving birth birthing birth n the kinship relation of an offspring to the parents parentage birth v cause to be born deliver,bear,have birthday n an anniversary of the day on which a person was born (or the celebration of it) birthday n the date on which a person was born birthing n the process of giving birth birth birthmark n a blemish on the skin that is formed before birth nevus birthplace n the place where someone was born birthplace n where something originated or was nurtured in its early existence cradle,provenance,provenience birthright n a right or privilege that you are entitled to at birth birthright n an inheritance coming by right of birth (especially by primogeniture) patrimony birthright n personal characteristics that are inherited at birth biscuit n small round bread leavened with baking-powder or soda biscuit n any of various small flat sweet cakes (`biscuit' is the British term) cookie bisexual n a person who is sexually attracted to both sexes bisexual adj sexually attracted to both sexes heterosexual,homosexual bisexual adj having an ambiguous sexual identity bisexuality n showing characteristics of both sexes androgyny bisexuality n sexual activity with both men and women bishop n a senior member of the Christian clergy having spiritual and administrative authority; appointed in Christian churches to oversee priests or bishop n port wine mulled with oranges and cloves bishop n (chess) a piece that can be moved diagonally over unoccupied squares of the same color bishopric n the territorial jurisdiction of a bishop diocese bismarck n German statesman under whose leadership Germany was united (1815-1898) bismarck n capital of the state of North Dakota; located in south central North Dakota overlooking the Missouri river bismuth n a heavy brittle diamagnetic trivalent metallic element (resembles arsenic and antimony chemically); usually recovered as a by-product from o bi bison n any of several large humped bovids having shaggy manes and large heads and short horns bisque n a thick cream soup made from shellfish bistre n a water-soluble brownish-yellow pigment made by boiling wood soot bistro n a small informal restaurant; serves wine bit n a small piece or quantity of something spot bit n a small fragment of something broken off from the whole chip,flake,fleck,scrap bit n an indefinitely short time moment,mo,minute,second bit n an instance of some kind piece bitch n an unpleasant difficulty bitch n a person (usually but not necessarily a woman) who is thoroughly disliked cunt bitch n informal terms for objecting gripe,kick,beef,squawk bitch n female of any member of the dog family bitch v complain gripe,grouse,crab,beef,squawk,bellyache,holler bitch v say mean things backbite bitchy adj marked by or arising from malice catty,cattish bite n a wound resulting from biting by an animal or a person bite n a small amount of solid food; a mouthful morsel,bit bite n a painful wound caused by the thrust of an insect's stinger into skin sting bite n a light informal meal collation,snack bite v to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws bite v cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort sting,burn bite v penetrate or cut, as with a knife bite v deliver a sting to sting,prick biter n someone who bites biting adj capable of wounding barbed,nipping,pungent biting adj causing a sharply painful or stinging sensation; used especially of cold bitter bitmap n an image represented as a two dimensional array of brightness values for pixels bitt n a strong post (as on a wharf or quay or ship for attaching mooring lines) bollard bitt v secure with a bitt bitter n English term for a dry sharp-tasting ale with strong flavor of hops (usually on draft) bitter n the taste experience when quinine or coffee is taken into the mouth bitterness bitter n the property of having a harsh unpleasant taste bitterness bitter v make bitter bitter adj marked by strong resentment or cynicism acrimonious bitter adj very difficult to accept or bear bitter adj harsh or corrosive in tone acerb,acerbic,acid,acrid,blistering,caustic,sulfurous,virulent bitter adj expressive of severe grief or regret bitter adv extremely and sharply bitterly bitterly adv with bitterness; in a resentful manner bitterly adv indicating something hard to accept bitterly adv extremely and sharply bitter bittern n relatively small compact tawny-brown heron with nocturnal habits and a booming cry; found in marshes bitterness n a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will resentment,gall,rancor bitterness n a rough and bitter manner acrimony,jaundice,tartness bitterness n the taste experience when quinine or coffee is taken into the mouth bitter bitterness n the property of having a harsh unpleasant taste bitter bitterroot n showy succulent ground-hugging plant of Rocky Mountains regions having deep to pale pink flowers and fleshy farinaceous roots; the Montana s bitters n alcoholic liquor flavored with bitter herbs and roots bittersweet n poisonous perennial Old World vine having violet flowers and oval coral-red berries; widespread weed in North America bittersweet n twining shrub of North America having yellow capsules enclosing scarlet seeds bittersweet adj tinged with sadness bittersweet adj having a taste that is a mixture of bitterness and sweetness bittie adj (used informally) very small bitty,teensy,teeny,wee,weeny bitty adj (used informally) very small bittie,teensy,teeny,wee,weeny bitumen n any of various naturally occurring impure mixtures of hydrocarbons bituminous adj resembling or containing bitumen bivalent adj having a valence of two or having two valences divalent bivalent adj used of homologous chromosomes associated in pairs in synapsis double bivalve n marine or freshwater mollusks having a soft body with platelike gills enclosed within two shells hinged together bivalve adj used of mollusks having two shells (as clams etc.) bivouac n temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers camp,encampment bivouac n a site where people on holiday can pitch a tent campsite,campground,encampment bivouac v live in or as if in a tent camp,encamp,tent biweekly n a periodical that is published twice a week or every two weeks (either 104 or 26 issues per year) biweekly adj occurring every two weeks fortnightly biweekly adj occurring twice a week biweekly adv twice a week biweekly adv every two weeks fortnightly biz n your occupation or line of work game bizarre adj conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual eccentric,freakish,freaky,flaky,gonzo,outlandish bizarreness n strikingly out of the ordinary weirdness bizet n French composer best known for his operas (1838-1875) blab v divulge confidential information or secrets talk,tattle,peach,babble,sing blab v speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly chatter,piffle,prate,twaddle,clack,maunder,prattle,gibber blabber n one who reveals confidential information in return for money informer,rat,squealer blabber v speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly chatter,piffle,prate,twaddle,clack,maunder,prattle,blab black n the quality or state of the achromatic color of least lightness (bearing the least resemblance to white) blackness white black n total absence of light blackness black n British chemist who identified carbon dioxide and who formulated the concepts of specific heat and latent heat (1728-1799) black n popular child actress of the 1930's (born in 1928) black v make or become black blacken black adj being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light white black adj of or belonging to a racial group especially of sub-Saharan African origin white black adj marked by anger or resentment or hostility black adj offering little or no hope bleak,dim blackball n the act of excluding someone by a negative vote or veto barring blackball v expel from a community or group banish,ban,ostracize,shun blackball v vote against; refuse to endorse; refuse to assent veto,negative blackbeard n an English pirate who operated in the Caribbean and off the Atlantic coast of North America (died in 1718) teach,thatch blackberry n large sweet black or very dark purple edible aggregate fruit of any of various bushes of the genus Rubus blackberry n bramble with sweet edible black or dark purple berries that usually do not separate from the receptacle blackberry v pick or gather blackberries blackbird n any bird of the family Icteridae whose male is black or predominantly black blackbird n common black European thrush merl,merle,ouzel blackboard n sheet of slate; for writing with chalk chalkboard blackburn n black-and-white North American wood warbler having an orange-and-black head and throat blackcap n raspberry native to eastern North America having black thimble-shaped fruit blackcap n small black-headed European gull blackcap n chickadee having a dark crown blackcap n small brownish-grey warbler with a black crown blackcock n male black grouse blacken v make or become black black whiten blacken v burn slightly and superficially so as to affect color char,sear,scorch blackened adj darkened by smoke blackened adj (of the face) made black especially as with suffused blood black blackening n changing to a darker color darkening blackface n the makeup (usually burnt cork) used by a performer in order to imitate a Negro blackfoot n a member of a warlike group of Algonquians living in the northwestern plains blackfoot n any of the Algonquian languages spoken by the Blackfoot blackguard n someone who is morally reprehensible cad,bounder,dog,hound,heel blackguard v subject to laughter or ridicule ridicule,roast,guy,rib blackguard v use foul or abusive language towards abuse,shout blackhead n a black-tipped plug clogging a pore of the skin comedo blacking n a substance used to produce a shiny protective surface on footwear blackish adj of something that is somewhat black blackjack n a common scrubby deciduous tree of central and southeastern United States having dark bark and broad three-lobed (club-shaped) leaves; tends blackjack n a piece of metal covered by leather with a flexible handle; used for hitting people cosh,sap blackjack n a flag usually bearing a white skull and crossbones on a black background; indicates a pirate ship blackjack n a gambling game using cards; the object is to hold cards having a higher count than those dealt to the banker up to but not exceeding 21 blackjack v exert pressure on someone through threats blackmail,pressure blacklist n a list of people who are out of favor blacklist v put on a blacklist so as to banish or cause to be boycotted blackmail n extortion of money by threats to divulge discrediting information blackmail v exert pressure on someone through threats blackjack,pressure blackmail v obtain through threats blackness n the quality or state of the achromatic color of least lightness (bearing the least resemblance to white) black blackness n total absence of light black blackout n a suspension of radio or tv broadcasting blackout n darkness resulting from the extinction of lights (as in a city invisible to enemy aircraft) brownout blackout n the failure of electric power for a general region blackout n a momentary loss of consciousness blackpool n a resort town in Lancashire in northwestern England on the Irish Sea; famous for its tower blacksmith n a smith who forges and shapes iron with a hammer and anvil blacktail n mule deer of western Rocky Mountains blackthorn n a thorny Eurasian bush with plumlike fruits sloe blackthorn n erect and almost thornless American hawthorn with somewhat pear-shaped berries blackwood n very dark wood of any of several blackwood trees blackwood n any of several hardwood trees yielding very dark-colored wood bladder n a distensible membranous sac (usually containing liquid or gas) bladder n a bag that fills with air blade n especially a leaf of grass or the broad portion of a leaf as distinct from the petiole blade n a dashing young man blade n something long and thin resembling a blade of grass blade n a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard sword,brand,steel bladed adj bearing or characterized by a blade or sword; often used in combination bladed adj having a blade or blades; often used in combination bladed adj composed of thin flat plates resembling a knife blade blah n pompous or pretentious talk or writing bombast,fustian,rant,claptrap blain n an inflammatory swelling or sore blair n British statesman who became prime minister in 1997 (born in 1953) blake n visionary British poet and painter (1757-1827) blamable adj deserving blame or censure as being wrong or evil or injurious blameworthy,blameful,culpable blame n an accusation that you are responsible for some lapse or misdeed incrimination blame n a reproach for some lapse or misdeed rap blame v put or pin the blame on fault absolve blame v harass with constant criticism pick blame v attribute responsibility to charge blame adj expletives used informally as intensifiers blasted,blamed,blessed,damn,damned,darned,deuced,goddam blamed adj expletives used informally as intensifiers blasted,blame,blessed,damn,damned,darned,deuced,goddam blameful adj deserving blame or censure as being wrong or evil or injurious blameworthy,blamable,culpable blameless adj free of guilt; not subject to blame unimpeachable blameworthy adj deserving blame or censure as being wrong or evil or injurious blamable,blameful,culpable blanc n a white sauce of fat, broth, and vegetables (used especially with braised meat) blanch v turn pale, as if in fear pale,blench blanch v cook (vegetables) briefly parboil blancmange n sweet almond-flavored milk pudding thickened with gelatin or cornstarch; usually molded bland adj lacking taste or flavor or tang flat,flavorless,insipid,vapid bland adj lacking stimulating characteristics; uninteresting flat bland adj smoothly agreeable and courteous with a degree of sophistication politic,smooth,suave blandish v praise somewhat dishonestly flatter blandishment n flattery intended to persuade blandishment n the act of urging by means of teasing or flattery blandly adv in a bland manner blandness n the trait of exhibiting no personal embarrassment or concern blandness n lacking any distinctive or interesting taste property blandness n the quality of being bland and gracious or ingratiating in manner smoothness blank n a blank character used to separate successive words in writing or printing space blank n a blank gap or missing part lacuna blank n a piece of material ready to be made into something blank n a cartridge containing an explosive charge but no bullet dummy blank v keep the opposing (baseball) team from winning blank adj (of a surface) not written or printed on clean,white blank adj without comprehension blank adj not charged with a bullet blank adj complete and absolute utter blanket n bedding that keeps a person warm in bed cover blanket n anything that covers mantle blanket n a layer of lead surrounding the highly reactive core of a nuclear reactor blanket v cover as if with a blanket blanket v form a blanket-like cover (over) blanket adj broad in scope or content broad,encompassing,extensive,panoptic,wide blanketed adj covered with (or as if with) a blanket blankly adv in a blank and uncomprehending manner blare n a loud harsh or strident noise blaring,cacophony,clamor,din blare v make a strident sound blast blare v make a loud noise honk,beep,toot blaring n a loud harsh or strident noise blare,cacophony,clamor,din blaring adj unpleasantly loud and penetrating blasting blarney n flattery designed to gain favor coaxing blarney v influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering cajole,coax blase adj very sophisticated especially because of surfeit; versed in the ways of the world worldly blase adj uninterested because of frequent exposure or indulgence bored blase adj nonchalantly unconcerned blaspheme v utter obscenities or profanities curse,cuss,swear blaspheme v speak of in an irreverent or impious manner blasphemer n a person who speaks disrespectfully of sacred things blasphemous adj grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred profane,sacrilegious blasphemous adj characterized by profanity or cursing blue,profane blasphemy n blasphemous language (expressing disrespect for God or for something sacred) blasphemy n blasphemous behavior; the act of depriving something of its sacred character profanation,desecration,sacrilege blast n a very long fly ball blast n a sudden very loud noise bang,clap,eruption,bam blast n a strong current of air gust,blow blast n an explosion (as of dynamite) blast v make a strident sound blare blast v hit hard smash,nail,boom blast v use explosives on shell blast v apply a draft or strong wind to to blasted adj expletives used informally as intensifiers blame,blamed,blessed,damn,damned,darned,deuced,goddam blaster n a workman employed to blast with explosives blasting adj causing injury or blight; especially affecting with sudden violence or plague or ruin ruinous blasting adj unpleasantly loud and penetrating blaring blastoderm n a layer of cells on the inside of the blastula blastoma n a tumor composed of immature undifferentiated cells blastula n early stage of an embryo produced by cleavage of an ovum; a liquid-filled sphere whose wall is composed of a single layer of cells; during t blat v cry plaintively bleat,blate,baa blatant adj without any attempt at concealment; completely obvious blazing,conspicuous blatant adj conspicuously and offensively loud; given to vehement outcry clamant,clamorous,strident,vociferous blatantly adv in a blatant manner blate v cry plaintively bleat,blat,baa blate adj disposed to avoid notice bashful blather n foolish gibberish blather v to talk foolishly babble,smatter,blither blatta n type genus of the Blattidae: cockroaches infesting buildings worldwide blaze n a strong flame that burns brightly blazing blaze n a cause of difficulty and suffering hell blaze n noisy and unrestrained mischief hell blaze n a light within the field of vision that is brighter than the brightness to which the eyes are adapted glare,brilliance blaze v shine brightly and intensively blaze v shoot rapidly and repeatedly blaze v burn brightly and intensely blaze v move rapidly and as if blazing blazer n lightweight single-breasted jacket; often striped in the colors of a club or school blazing n a strong flame that burns brightly blaze blazing adj shining intensely blinding,dazzling,fulgent,glaring blazing adj without any attempt at concealment; completely obvious blatant,conspicuous blazon n the official symbols of a family, state, etc. arms blazon v decorate with heraldic arms emblazon bleach n the whiteness that results from removing the color from something bleach n an agent that makes things white or colorless whitener bleach n the act of whitening something by bleaching it (exposing it to sunlight or using a chemical bleaching agent) bleach v remove color from bleach v make whiter or lighter bleached adj having lost freshness or brilliance of color faded,washy bleached adj (used of color) artificially produced; not natural colored,coloured,dyed bleacher n a worker who bleaches (cloth or flour etc.) bleachers n (used in the plural) an outdoor grandstand without a roof; patrons are exposed to the sun as linens are when they are bleached bleak adj offering little or no hope black,dim bleak adj providing no shelter or sustenance bare,barren,desolate,stark bleak adj unpleasantly cold and damp cutting,raw bleakness n a bleak and desolate atmosphere desolation,bareness blear v make dim or indistinct blur blear adj tired to the point of exhaustion bleary bleary adj tired to the point of exhaustion blear bleary adj indistinct or hazy in outline blurred,blurry,foggy,fuzzy,hazy,muzzy bleat n the sound of sheep or goats (or any sound resembling this) bleat v talk whiningly bleat v cry plaintively blate,blat,baa bleb n (pathology) an elevation of the skin filled with serous fluid blister,bulla bleed v lose blood from one's body hemorrhage bleed v draw blood leech bleed v get or extort (money or other possessions) from someone bleed v be diffused run bleeder n someone who has hemophilia and is subject to uncontrollable bleeding hemophiliac bleeding n the flow of blood from a ruptured blood vessel hemorrhage,haemorrhage bleep n a short high tone produced as a signal or warning beep bleep v emit a single short high-pitched signal blemish n a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body) defect,mar blemish v mar or spoil the appearance of deface,disfigure blemish v mar or impair with a flaw spot blemish v add a flaw or blemish to; make imperfect or defective flaw blemished adj marred by imperfections unblemished blemished adj having a blemish or flaw flawed blench v turn pale, as if in fear pale,blanch blend n an occurrence of thorough mixing blend n a new word formed by joining two others and combining their meanings portmanteau blend n the act of blending components together thoroughly blending blend v combine into one intermix,intermingle blend v blend or harmonize go blend v mix together different elements flux,mix,conflate,commingle,fuse,coalesce,meld,combine blende n an ore that is the chief source of zinc; consists largely of zinc sulfide in crystalline form blended adj combined or mixed together so that the constituent parts are indistinguishable blender n an electrically powered mixer with whirling blades that mix or chop or liquefy foods blending n the act of blending components together thoroughly blend blending n a gradation involving small or imperceptible differences between grades shading bless v give a benediction to curse bless v confer prosperity or happiness on bless v make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate sign bless v render holy by means of religious rites consecrate,hallow,sanctify blessed adj highly favored or fortunate (as e.g. by divine grace) blest cursed blessed adj worthy of worship blessed adj expletives used informally as intensifiers blasted,blame,blamed,damn,damned,darned,deuced,goddam blessed adj Roman Catholic; proclaimed one of the blessed and thus worthy of veneration beatified blessedly adv in a blessed manner blessedness n a state of supreme happiness blessing n the formal act of approving approval,approving blessing n a desirable state boon blessing n a short prayer of thanks before a meal grace,thanksgiving blessing n a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection benediction blest adj highly favored or fortunate (as e.g. by divine grace) blessed bleu n cheese containing a blue mold blewits n edible agaric that is pale lilac when young; has a smooth moist cap bligh n British admiral; was captain of the H.M.S. Bounty in 1789 when part of the crew mutinied and set him afloat in an open boat; a few weeks lat blight n a state or condition being blighted blight n any plant disease resulting in withering without rotting blight v cause to suffer a blight plague blighted adj affected by blight; anything that mars or prevents growth or prosperity spoilt blighter n a persistently annoying person pest,cuss,gadfly blighter n a boy or man chap,fellow,feller,fella,lad,gent,cuss,bloke blimp n any elderly pompous reactionary ultranationalistic person (after the cartoon character created by Sir David Low) blimp n a small nonrigid airship used for observation or as a barrage balloon sausage blind n people who have severe visual impairments, considered as a group blind n a hiding place sometimes used by hunters (especially duck hunters) blind n a protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight screen blind n something intended to misrepresent the true nature of an activity subterfuge blind v render unable to see blind v make blind by putting the eyes out blind v make dim by comparison or conceal dim blind adj unable to see sighted blind adj unable or unwilling to perceive or understand blind adj not based on reason or evidence unreasoning blinded adj deprived of sight blinder n blind consisting of a leather eyepatch sewn to the side of the halter that prevents a horse from seeing something on either side winker,blinker blindfold n a cloth used to cover the eyes blindfold v cover the eyes of (someone) to prevent him from seeing blindfold adj wearing a blindfold blindfolded blindfolded adj wearing a blindfold blindfold blinding adj shining intensely blazing,dazzling,fulgent,glaring blindly adv without seeing or looking blindly adv without preparation or reflection; without a rational basis blindness n the state of being blind or lacking sight blindside v catch unawares, especially with harmful consequences blindside v attack or hit on or from the side where the attacked person's view is obstructed bling n flashy, ostentatious jewelry blink n a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly blinking,wink,winking blink v briefly shut the eyes wink,nictate blink v keep back by blinking wink blink v gleam or glow intermittently flash,wink,twinkle,winkle blinker n a light that flashes on and off; used as a signal or to send messages flasher blinker n a blinking light on a motor vehicle that indicates the direction in which the vehicle is about to turn blinker n blind consisting of a leather eyepatch sewn to the side of the halter that prevents a horse from seeing something on either side winker,blinder blinker v put blinders on (a horse) blinking n a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly blink,wink,winking blinking adj closing the eyes intermittently and rapidly winking blinking adj informal intensifiers bally,bloody,blooming,crashing,flaming,fucking blinks n small Indian lettuce of northern regions blip n a sudden minor shock or meaningless interruption blip n a radar echo displayed so as to show the position of a reflecting surface pip bliss n a state of extreme happiness blissful adj completely happy and contented blissfully adv in a blissful manner blister n a flaw on a surface resulting when an applied substance does not adhere (as an air bubble in a coat of paint) blister n (botany) a swelling on a plant similar to that on the skin blister n (pathology) an elevation of the skin filled with serous fluid bulla,bleb blister v get blistered blister v subject to harsh criticism scald,whip blister v cause blisters to form on blistering n the formation of vesicles in or beneath the skin blistering adj harsh or corrosive in tone acerb,acerbic,acid,acrid,bitter,caustic,sulfurous,virulent blistering adj hot enough to raise (or as if to raise) blisters blistering adj very fast; capable of quick response and great speed hot blithe adj lacking or showing a lack of due concern blithe adj carefree and happy and lighthearted blithesome,lighthearted,lightsome blithely adv in a joyous manner happily,merrily blither v to talk foolishly babble,blather,smatter blithesome adj carefree and happy and lighthearted blithe,lighthearted,lightsome blitz n (American football) defensive players try to break through the offensive line blitz n a swift and violent military offensive with intensive aerial bombardment blitzkrieg blitz v attack suddenly and without warning blitzkrieg n a swift and violent military offensive with intensive aerial bombardment blitz blitzkrieg v fight a quick and surprising war blizzard n a storm with widespread snowfall accompanied by strong winds snowstorm blizzard n a series of unexpected and unpleasant occurrences rash bloat n swelling of the rumen or intestinal tract of domestic animals caused by excessive gas bloat v become bloated or swollen or puff up bloat v make bloated or swollen blob n an indistinct shapeless form blob v make a spot or mark onto spot,fleck,blot bloc n a group of countries in special alliance axis bloch n United States composer (born in Switzerland) who composed symphonies and chamber music and choral music and a piano sonata and an opera (188 block n a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides) block n a rectangular area in a city surrounded by streets and usually containing several buildings block n a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides cube block n a number or quantity of related things dealt with as a unit block v render unsuitable for passage barricade,blockade,stop,bar block v hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of obstruct,blockade,hinder,stymie,embarrass block v stop from happening or developing stop,halt block v interfere with or prevent the reception of signals jam blockade n a war measure that isolates some area of importance to the enemy encirclement blockade n prevents access or progress blockade v hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of obstruct,block,hinder,stymie,embarrass blockade v render unsuitable for passage barricade,block,stop,bar blockade v obstruct access to blockade v impose a blockade on blockaded adj preventing entry or exit or a course of action barricaded,barred blockading adj blocking entrance to and exit from seaports and harbors blockage n the physical condition of blocking or filling a passage with an obstruction obstruction blockage n an obstruction in a pipe or tube block,closure,occlusion,stop,stoppage blockage n the act of blocking closure,occlusion blockbuster n a large bomb used to demolish extensive areas (as a city block) blockbuster n an unusually successful hit with widespread popularity and huge sales (especially a movie or play or recording or novel) blocked adj closed to traffic blocked adj completely obstructed or closed off plugged blocker n a football player whose responsibility is to block players attempting to stop an offensive play blocker n a class of drugs that inhibit (block) some biological process blockhead n a stupid person; these words are used to express a low opinion of someone's intelligence dunce,bonehead,knucklehead,loggerhead,shithead,dumbass,fuckhead blockhouse n a stronghold that is reinforced for protection from enemy fire; with apertures for defensive fire blocking n the act of obstructing or deflecting someone's movements block blog n a shared on-line journal where people can post diary entries about their personal experiences and hobbies blog v read, write, or edit a shared on-line journal blogger n a person who keeps and updates a blog bloke n a boy or man chap,fellow,feller,fella,lad,gent,blighter,cuss blond n a person with fair skin and hair blonde blond n a light grayish yellow to near white blonde blond adj being or having light colored skin and hair and usually blue or grey eyes blonde brunet blonde n a person with fair skin and hair blond blonde n a light grayish yellow to near white blond blonde adj being or having light colored skin and hair and usually blue or grey eyes blond blood n the fluid (red in vertebrates) that is pumped through the body by the heart and contains plasma, blood cells, and platelets blood n temperament or disposition blood n a dissolute man in fashionable society rake,profligate,rip blood n the descendants of one individual lineage,line,descent,bloodline,pedigree,ancestry,origin,parentage blood v smear with blood, as in a hunting initiation rite, where the face of a person is smeared with the blood of the kill bloodbath n indiscriminate slaughter bloodletting,bloodshed blooded adj of unmixed ancestry bloodhound n a breed of large powerful hound of European origin having very acute smell and used in tracking sleuthhound bloodless adj destitute of blood or apparently so bloodless adj free from blood or bloodshed bloody bloodless adj without vigor or zest or energy bloodless adj devoid of human emotion or feeling bloodletting n formerly used as a treatment to reduce excess blood (one of the four humors of medieval medicine) bloodletting n indiscriminate slaughter bloodbath,bloodshed bloodline n the descendants of one individual lineage,line,descent,blood,pedigree,ancestry,origin,parentage bloodline n ancestry of a purebred animal pedigree bloodlust n a desire for bloodshed bloodshed n the shedding of blood resulting in murder gore bloodshed n indiscriminate slaughter bloodbath,bloodletting bloodstain n a discoloration caused by blood bloodstained adj covered with blood gory bloodstone n green chalcedony with red spots that resemble blood heliotrope bloodstream n the blood flowing through the circulatory system bloodsucker n carnivorous or bloodsucking aquatic or terrestrial worms typically having a sucker at each end leech bloodsucking adj drawing blood from the body of another bloodsucking adj of plants or persons; having the nature or habits of a parasite or leech; living off another parasitic bloodthirsty adj marked by eagerness to resort to violence and bloodshed bloody v cover with blood bloody adj having or covered with or accompanied by blood bloodless bloody adj informal intensifiers bally,blinking,blooming,crashing,flaming,fucking bloody adv extremely damn bloom n the organic process of bearing flowers blooming bloom n reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts flower,blossom bloom n the best time of youth bloom n a rosy color (especially in the cheeks) taken as a sign of good health blush,flush bloom v produce or yield flowers blossom,flower bloomer n a flower that blooms in a particular way bloomer n an embarrassing mistake blunder,blooper,bungle,pratfall,fuckup,flub,botch,boner bloomers n (used in the plural) underpants worn by women pants,drawers,knickers blooming n the organic process of bearing flowers bloom blooming adj informal intensifiers bally,blinking,bloody,crashing,flaming,fucking blooper n an embarrassing mistake blunder,bloomer,bungle,pratfall,fuckup,flub,botch,boner blossom n reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts flower,bloom blossom n the period of greatest prosperity or productivity flower,prime,peak,heyday,bloom,flush blossom v produce or yield flowers bloom,flower blossom v develop or come to a promising stage unfold blossoming n the time and process of budding and unfolding of blossoms flowering blot n a blemish made by dirt smudge,spot,daub,smear,smirch,slur blot n an act that brings discredit to the person who does it smear,smirch,spot,stain blot v dry (ink) with blotting paper blot v make a spot or mark onto spot,fleck,blob blotch n an irregularly shaped spot splodge,splotch blotch v mark with spots or blotches of different color or shades of color as if stained mottle,streak blotched adj marked with irregularly shaped spots or blots blotchy blotchy adj marked with irregularly shaped spots or blots blotched blotchy adj marred by discolored spots or blotches blotter n absorbent paper used to dry ink blotter n the daily written record of events (as arrests) in a police station blouse n a top worn by women blow n a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon blow n an impact (as from a collision) bump blow n an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating reverse,reversal,setback blow n an unpleasant or disappointing surprise shock blow v exhale hard blow v be blowing or storming blow v free of obstruction by blowing air through blow v be in motion due to some air or water current float,drift blowback n the backward escape of gases and unburned gunpowder after a gun is fired backfire blowback n misinformation resulting from the recirculation into the source country of disinformation previously planted abroad by that country's intell blower n a device that produces a current of air blower n a fan run by an electric motor blower n large aquatic carnivorous mammal with fin-like forelimbs no hind limbs, including: whales; dolphins; porpoises; narwhals cetacean blowfish n delicacy that is highly dangerous because of a potent nerve poison in ovaries and liver puffer,pufferfish blowfish n any of numerous marine fishes whose elongated spiny body can inflate itself with water or air to form a globe; several species contain a pot puffer,pufferfish blowfly n large usually hairy metallic blue or green fly; lays eggs in carrion or dung or wounds blowgun n a tube through which darts can be shot by blowing blowpipe blowhard n a very boastful and talkative person bragger,braggart,boaster blowhole n the spiracle of a cetacean located far back on the skull blowhole n a hole for the escape of gas or air vent blowing n processing that involves blowing a gas blowjob n slang for fellatio blown adj being moved or acted upon by moving air or vapor blown adj breathing laboriously or convulsively winded blowout n an easy victory runaway,romp,laugher blowout n a sudden malfunction of a part or apparatus blowout n a gay festivity gala blowpipe n a tube that directs air or gas into a flame to concentrate heat blowpipe n a tube through which darts can be shot by blowing blowgun blowtorch n a burner that mixes air and gas to produce a very hot flame torch blowup n a violent release of energy caused by a chemical or nuclear reaction explosion,detonation blowup n an unrestrained expression of emotion gush,outburst blowup n a photographic print that has been enlarged enlargement,magnification blowy adj abounding in or exposed to the wind or breezes breezy,windy blt n sandwich filled with slices of bacon and tomato with lettuce blub v cry or whine with snuffling snivel,sniffle,blubber,snuffle blubber n an insulating layer of fat under the skin of whales and other large marine mammals; used as a source of oil blubber n excess bodily weight fatness,fat blubber v cry or whine with snuffling snivel,sniffle,blub,snuffle blubber v utter while crying blucher n Prussian general who is remembered for his leadership in the wars against Napoleon (1742-1819) blucher n a high shoe with laces over the tongue bludgeon n a club used as a weapon bludgeon v overcome or coerce as if by using a heavy club bludgeon v strike with a club or a bludgeon club blue n blue color or pigment; resembling the color of the clear sky in the daytime blueness blue n blue clothing blue n any organization or party whose uniforms or badges are blue blue n the sky as viewed during daylight blue v turn blue blue adj of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky bluish blue adj used to signify the Union forces in the American Civil War (who wore blue uniforms) blue adj filled with melancholy and despondency gloomy,grim,depressed,dispirited,down,downcast,low blue adj characterized by profanity or cursing blasphemous,profane bluebeard n (fairytale) a monstrous villain who marries seven women; he kills the first six for disobedience bluebell n sometimes placed in genus Scilla harebell bluebell n one of the most handsome prairie wildflowers having large erect bell-shaped bluish flowers; of moist places in prairies and fields from east bluebell n perennial of northern hemisphere with slender stems and bell-shaped blue flowers harebell blueberry n any of numerous shrubs of the genus Vaccinium bearing blueberries blueberry n sweet edible dark-blue berries of either low-growing or high-growing blueberry plants bluebill n diving ducks of North America having a bluish-grey bill scaup bluebird n fruit-eating mostly brilliant blue songbird of the East Indies bluebird n blue North American songbird bluebonnet n low-growing annual herb of southwestern United States (Texas) having silky foliage and blue flowers; a leading cause of livestock poisoning bluebonnet n a brimless dark blue Scottish cap with a flat top and a plume on one side balmoral bluebottle n an annual Eurasian plant cultivated in North America having showy heads of blue or purple or pink or white flowers cornflower bluebottle n blowfly with iridescent blue body; makes a loud buzzing noise in flight bluegill n important edible sunfish of eastern and central United States bluegrass n any of various grasses of the genus Poa bluegrass n an area in central Kentucky noted for its bluegrass and thoroughbred horses bluegrass n a type of country music played at a rapid tempo on banjos and guitars blueing n used to whiten laundry or hair or give it a bluish tinge bluing,blue blueing n a process that makes something blue (or bluish) bluing bluejacket n a serviceman in the navy sailor blueness n blue color or pigment; resembling the color of the clear sky in the daytime blue blueprint n something intended as a guide for making something else design,pattern blueprint n photographic print of plans or technical drawings etc. blueprint v make a blueprint of draft,draught blues n a type of folksong that originated among Black Americans at the beginning of the 20th century; has a melancholy sound from repeated use of b blues n a state of depression vapors bluestem n tall grass with smooth bluish leaf sheaths grown for hay in the United States bluestone n bluish-grey sandstone used for paving and building bluff n a high steep bank (usually formed by river erosion) bluff n pretense that your position is stronger than it really is bluff n the act of bluffing in poker; deception by a false show of confidence in the strength of your cards bluff v deceive an opponent by a bold bet on an inferior hand with the result that the opponent withdraws a winning hand bluff v frighten someone by pretending to be stronger than one really is bluff adj very steep; having a prominent and almost vertical front bold,sheer bluff adj bluntly direct and outspoken but good-natured bluffer n a person who tries to bluff other people bluing n used to whiten laundry or hair or give it a bluish tinge blueing,blue bluing n a process that makes something blue (or bluish) blueing bluish adj of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky blue blunder n an embarrassing mistake blooper,bloomer,bungle,pratfall,fuckup,flub,botch,boner blunder v commit a faux pas or a fault or make a serious mistake sin,boob,goof blunder v make one's way clumsily or blindly fumble blunder v utter impulsively blurt,ejaculate blunderer n someone who makes mistakes because of incompetence bungler,butcher,fuckup blunt v make less intense blunt v make numb or insensitive numb,dull blunt v make dull or blunt dull blunt v make less sharp blunt adj having a broad or rounded end blunt adj used of a knife or other blade; not sharp blunt adj characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion candid,forthright,frank,outspoken blunt adj devoid of any qualifications or disguise or adornment crude,stark blunted adj made dull or blunt dulled bluntly adv in a blunt direct manner brusquely,roundly bluntness n the quality of being direct and outspoken bluntness n without sharpness or clearness of edge or point dullness blur n a hazy or indistinct representation fuzz blur v become glassy; lose clear vision blur v to make less distinct or clear focus blur v make unclear, indistinct, or blurred confuse,obscure blur v make a smudge on; soil by smudging smear,smudge,smutch blurb n a promotional statement (as found on the dust jackets of books) endorsement blurred adj indistinct or hazy in outline bleary,blurry,foggy,fuzzy,hazy,muzzy blurred adj unclear in form or expression clouded blurry adj indistinct or hazy in outline bleary,blurred,foggy,fuzzy,hazy,muzzy blurt v utter impulsively blunder,ejaculate blush n a rosy color (especially in the cheeks) taken as a sign of good health bloom,flush blush n sudden reddening of the face (as from embarrassment or guilt or shame or modesty) flush blush v turn red, as if in embarrassment or shame crimson,flush,redden blush v become rosy or reddish blusher n yellowish edible agaric that usually turns red when touched blusher n makeup consisting of a pink or red powder applied to the cheeks rouge,paint blushful adj having a red face from embarrassment or shame or agitation or emotional upset blushing blushful adj of blush color rosy blushing adj having a red face from embarrassment or shame or agitation or emotional upset blushful bluster n noisy confusion and turbulence bluster n a swaggering show of courage bravado bluster n a violent gusty wind bluster n vain and empty boasting bluster v blow hard; be gusty, as of wind bluster v show off boast,tout,swash,brag,gas,blow,vaunt bluster v act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner swagger,swash blustering adj blowing in violent and abrupt bursts blusterous,blustery blusterous adj blowing in violent and abrupt bursts blustering,blustery blustery adj blowing in violent and abrupt bursts blustering,blusterous blustery adj noisily domineering; tending to browbeat others bullying boa n a long thin fluffy scarf of feathers or fur boa n any of several chiefly tropical constrictors with vestigial hind limbs boar n Old World wild swine having a narrow body and prominent tusks from which most domestic swine come; introduced in United States boar n an uncastrated male hog board n a committee having supervisory powers board n a stout length of sawn timber; made in a wide variety of sizes and used for many purposes plank board n a flat piece of material designed for a special purpose board n food or meals in general table board v get on board of (trains, buses, ships, aircraft, etc.) board v live and take one's meals at or in room board v lodge and take meals (at) board v provide food and lodging (for) boarder n a tenant in someone's house lodger boarder n someone who forces their way aboard ship boarder n a pupil who lives at school during term time boarding n the act of passengers and crew getting aboard a ship or aircraft embarkation boarding n a structure of boards boardinghouse n a private house that provides accommodations and meals for paying guests boardroom n a room where a committee meets (such as the board of directors of a company) boards n (used in the plural) the stage of a theater boards n (used in the plural) the boarding that surrounds an ice hockey rink boardwalk n a walkway made of wooden boards; usually at seaside boast n speaking of yourself in superlatives boasting boast v show off tout,swash,brag,gas,blow,bluster,vaunt boast v wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner sport,feature boaster n a very boastful and talkative person bragger,braggart,blowhard boastful adj exhibiting self-importance braggart,bragging,big,crowing boasting n speaking of yourself in superlatives boast boat n a small vessel for travel on water boat n a dish (often boat-shaped) for serving gravy or sauce boat v ride in a boat on water boater n a stiff hat made of straw with a flat crown leghorn,panama,sailor,skimmer boater n someone who drives or rides in a boat boatman,waterman boathouse n a shed at the edge of a river or lake; used to store boats boating n water travel for pleasure yachting boatload n the amount of cargo that can be held by a boat or ship or a freight car shipload,carload boatman n someone who drives or rides in a boat boater,waterman boatswain n a petty officer on a merchant ship who controls the work of other seamen bob n a former monetary unit in Great Britain shilling bob n a hair style for women and children; a short haircut all around bob n a long racing sled (for 2 or more people) with a steering mechanism bobsled,bobsleigh bob n a hanging weight, especially a metal ball on a string bob v move up and down repeatedly bob v ride a bobsled bobsled bob v remove or shorten the tail of an animal dock,tail bob v make a curtsy; usually done only by girls and women; as a sign of respect curtsy bobber n a small float usually made of cork; attached to a fishing line bob,cork bobbin n a winder around which thread or tape or film or other flexible materials can be wound spool,reel bobble n the momentary juggling of a batted or thrown baseball bobble v make a mess of, destroy or ruin botch,bodge,bumble,fumble,muff,blow,flub,spoil bobby n an informal term for a British policeman bobcat n small lynx of North America bobsled n formerly two short sleds coupled together bobsleigh bobsled n a long racing sled (for 2 or more people) with a steering mechanism bobsleigh,bob bobsled v ride a bobsled bob bobsleigh n formerly two short sleds coupled together bobsled bobsleigh n a long racing sled (for 2 or more people) with a steering mechanism bobsled,bob bobtail n a short or shortened tail of certain animals bob,dock bobtail n large sheepdog with a profuse shaggy bluish-grey-and-white coat and short tail; believed to trace back to the Roman occupation of Britain bobtail adj having a short or shortened tail bocce n Italian bowling played on a long narrow dirt court boche n offensive term for a person of German descent kraut,jerry,hun bock n a very strong lager traditionally brewed in the fall and aged through the winter for consumption in the spring bod n alternative names for the body of a human being soma,build,figure,physique,anatomy,shape,chassis,frame bodacious adj incorrigible bodacious adj unrestrained by convention or propriety audacious,brassy,brazen,insolent bode v indicate, as with a sign or an omen portend,prognosticate,omen,presage,foreshadow,augur,foretell,prefigure bodega n a small Hispanic shop selling wine and groceries bodge v make a mess of, destroy or ruin botch,bumble,fumble,muff,blow,flub,spoil,bungle bodhisattva n Buddhist worthy of nirvana who postpones it to help others bodice n part of a dress above the waist bodied adj having a body or a body of a specified kind; often used in combination bodied adj possessing or existing in bodily form corporal,corporate,embodied,incarnate bodily adj of or relating to or belonging to the body bodily adj affecting or characteristic of the body as opposed to the mind or spirit corporal,somatic bodily adj having or relating to a physical material body bodily adv in bodily form bodkin n a dagger with a slender blade poniard bodkin n formerly a long hairpin; usually with an ornamental head bodkin n a small sharp-pointed tool for punching holes in leather or fabric bodkin n a blunt needle for threading ribbon through loops body n the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being) body n a group of persons associated by some common tie or occupation and regarded as an entity body n a natural object consisting of a dead animal or person body n an individual 3-dimensional object that has mass and that is distinguishable from other objects body v invest with or as with a body; give body to personify bodybuilder n someone who does special exercises to develop a brawny musculature bodybuilding n exercise that builds muscles through tension bodyguard n someone who escorts and protects a prominent person escort bodyguard n a group of men who escort and protect some important person boer n a white native of Cape Province who is a descendant of Dutch settlers and who speaks Afrikaans afrikaner boeuf n meat from an adult domestic bovine beef boffin n (British slang) a scientist or technician engaged in military research bog n wet spongy ground of decomposing vegetation; has poorer drainage than a swamp; soil is unfit for cultivation but can be cut and dried and us bog v cause to slow down or get stuck bog v get stuck while doing something bogart n United States film actor (1899-1957) bogey n an evil spirit bogie bogey n (golf) a score of one stroke over par on a hole bogey n an unidentified (and possibly enemy) aircraft bogie bogey v to shoot in one stroke over par bogeyman n an imaginary monster used to frighten children bugbear,bugaboo,boogeyman,booger boggle v startle with amazement or fear boggle v hesitate when confronted with a problem, or when in doubt or fear boggle v overcome with amazement flabbergast bogie n an evil spirit bogey bogie n an unidentified (and possibly enemy) aircraft bogey bogota n capital and largest city of Colombia; located in central Colombia on a high fertile plain bogus adj fraudulent; having a misleading appearance fake,phony,phoney,bastard bohemia n a historical area and former kingdom in the Czech Republic bohemia n a group of artists and writers with real or pretended artistic or intellectual aspirations and usually an unconventional life style bohemian n a member of a people with dark skin and hair who speak Romany and who traditionally live by seasonal work and fortunetelling; they are belie romany,roma bohemian n a native or inhabitant of Bohemia in the Czech Republic bohemian n a nonconformist writer or artist who lives an unconventional life bohemian adj of or relating to Bohemia or its language or people bohemian adj unconventional in especially appearance and behavior bohr n Danish physicist who studied atomic structure and radiations; the Bohr theory of the atom accounted for the spectrum of hydrogen (1885-1962) boil n a painful sore with a hard core filled with pus furuncle boil n the temperature at which a liquid boils at sea level boil v come to the boiling point and change from a liquid to vapor freeze boil v immerse or be immersed in a boiling liquid, often for cooking purposes boil v bring to, or maintain at, the boiling point boil v be agitated churn,moil,roil boiled adj cooked in hot water poached,stewed boiler n sealed vessel where water is converted to steam boiler n a metal pot for stewing or boiling; usually has a lid kettle boiling n the application of heat to change something from a liquid to a gas boiling n cooking in a liquid that has been brought to a boil stewing,simmering boiling adv extremely boise n the capital and largest city of Idaho boisterous adj noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline rambunctious,unruly boisterous adj full of rough and exuberant animal spirits knockabout boisterous adj violently agitated and turbulent fierce,rough bola n a cord fastened around the neck with an ornamental clasp and worn as a necktie bolo bola n a rope with weights attached to the ends; is thrown to entangle the legs of an animal; of South American origin bold n a typeface with thick heavy lines bold adj fearless and daring timid bold adj clear and distinct bold adj very steep; having a prominent and almost vertical front bluff,sheer boldly adv with boldness, in a bold manner boldness n the trait of being willing to undertake things that involve risk or danger daring timidity boldness n impudent aggressiveness nerve,brass,face,cheek boldness n the quality of standing out strongly and distinctly bole n a soft oily clay used as a pigment (especially a reddish brown pigment) bole n the main stem of a tree; usually covered with bark; the bole is usually the part that is commercially useful for lumber trunk bole n a Chadic language spoken in northern Nigeria and closely related to Hausa bolero n music written in the rhythm of the bolero dance bolero n a short jacket; worn mostly by women bolero n a Spanish dance in triple time accompanied by guitar and castanets boleyn n the second wife of Henry VIII and mother of Elizabeth I; was executed on a charge of adultery (1507-1536) bolingbroke n the first Lancastrian king of England from 1399 to 1413; deposed Richard II and suppressed rebellions (1367-1413) bolivar n the basic unit of money in Venezuela; equal to 100 centimos bolivar n Venezuelan statesman who led the revolt of South American colonies against Spanish rule; founded Bolivia in 1825 (1783-1830) bolivia n a landlocked republic in central South America; Simon Bolivar founded Bolivia in 1825 after winning independence from Spain bolivia n a form of canasta in which sequences can be melded bolivian n a native or inhabitant of Bolivia bolivian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Bolivia or its people boll n the rounded seed-bearing capsule of a cotton or flax plant bollard n a strong post (as on a wharf or quay or ship for attaching mooring lines) bitt bollix v make a mess of, destroy or ruin botch,bodge,bumble,fumble,muff,blow,flub,spoil bollocks v make a mess of, destroy or ruin botch,bodge,bumble,fumble,muff,blow,flub,spoil bollywood n the film industry of India bolo n a cord fastened around the neck with an ornamental clasp and worn as a necktie bola bolo n long heavy knife with a single edge; of Philippine origin bologna n the capital of Emilia-Romagna; located in northern Italy to the east of the Apennines bologna n large smooth-textured smoked sausage of beef and veal and pork bolshevik n emotionally charged terms used to refer to extreme radicals or revolutionaries marxist,red bolshevik n a Russian member of the left-wing majority group that followed Lenin and eventually became the Russian communist party bolshevist bolshevik adj of or relating to Bolshevism bolshevist bolshevism n Soviet communism collectivism bolshevist n a Russian member of the left-wing majority group that followed Lenin and eventually became the Russian communist party bolshevik bolshevist adj of or relating to Bolshevism bolshevik bolster n a pillow that is often put across a bed underneath the regular pillows bolster v support and strengthen bolster v prop up with a pillow or bolster bolster v add padding to pad bolt n a discharge of lightning accompanied by thunder thunderbolt bolt n a sliding bar in a breech-loading firearm that ejects an empty cartridge and replaces it and closes the breech bolt n the part of a lock that is engaged or withdrawn with a key bolt n the act of moving with great haste dash bolt v move or jump suddenly bolt v secure or lock with a bolt unbolt bolt v swallow hastily bolt v run away; usually includes taking something or somebody along abscond,decamp bolt adv in a rigid manner rigidly,stiffly bolt adv directly bang,slap,slapdash,smack bolus n a small round soft mass (as of chewed food) bolus n a large pill; used especially in veterinary medicine bomb n an explosive device fused to explode under specific conditions bomb n strong sealed vessel for measuring heat of combustion bomb n an event that fails badly or is totally ineffectual turkey,dud bomb v throw bombs at or attack with bombs bombard bomb v fail to get a passing grade fail,flunk bombard n a large shawm; the bass member of the shawm family bombard v cast, hurl, or throw repeatedly with some missile pelt bombard v throw bombs at or attack with bombs bomb bombard v address with continuously or persistently, as if with a barrage barrage bombard v direct high energy particles or radiation against bombardier n a noncommissioned officer in the British artillery bombardier n the member of a bomber crew responsible for using the bombsight and releasing the bombs on the target bombardment n the rapid and continuous delivery of linguistic communication (spoken or written) barrage,outpouring,onslaught bombardment n the heavy fire of artillery to saturate an area rather than hit a specific target barrage,battery,shelling bombardment n the act (or an instance) of subjecting a body or substance to the impact of high-energy particles (as electrons or alpha rays) bombardment n an attack by dropping bombs bombing bombast n pompous or pretentious talk or writing fustian,rant,claptrap,blah bombastic adj ostentatiously lofty in style large,turgid bombay n a city in western India just off the coast of the Arabian Sea; India's 2nd largest city (after Calcutta); has the only natural deep-water ha mumbai bomber n a military aircraft that drops bombs during flight bomber n a person who plants bombs bomber n a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condimen grinder,hero,hoagie,sub,submarine,torpedo,wedge bombing n an attack by dropping bombs bombardment bombing n the use of bombs for sabotage; a tactic frequently used by terrorists bomblet n one of the smaller bombs that are released from a cluster bomb bombproof n a chamber (often underground) reinforced against bombing and provided with food and living facilities; used during air raids bombproof v make safe against bombings bombproof adj able to resist the explosive force of bombs and shells bombshell n an entertainer who has a sensational effect bombshell n a shocking surprise thunderbolt,thunderclap bombshell n an explosive bomb or artillery shell bonaire n a popular island resort in the Netherlands Antilles bonanza n an especially rich vein of precious ore bonanza n a sudden happening that brings good fortune (as a sudden opportunity to make money) boom,gravy,godsend,windfall,bunce bonaparte n French general who became emperor of the French (1769-1821) napoleon bonce n informal terms for a human head attic,bean,noodle,noggin,dome bond n an electrical force linking atoms bond n a certificate of debt (usually interest-bearing or discounted) that is issued by a government or corporation in order to raise money; the is bond n a connection based on kinship or marriage or common interest alliance bond n (criminal law) money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if an accused person fails to appear in court for trial bail bond v stick to firmly adhere,bind,stick bond v create social or emotional ties bind,tie,attach bond v issue bonds on bond v bring together in a common cause or emotion bondage n the state of being under the control of a force or influence or abstract power bondage n the state of being under the control of another person slavery,thrall,thraldom bondage n sexual practice that involves physically restraining (by cords or handcuffs) one of the partners bondholder n a holder of bonds issued by a government or corporation bonding n a close personal relationship that forms between people (as between husband and wife or parent and child) bonding n (dentistry) a technique for repairing a tooth; resinous material is applied to the surface of the tooth where it adheres to the tooth's enam bonding n fastening firmly together soldering bondsman n a male slave bondsman n someone who signs a bond as surety for someone else bondsman n a male bound to serve without wages bone n rigid connective tissue that makes up the skeleton of vertebrates os bone n the porous calcified substance from which bones are made bone n a shade of white the color of bleached bones ivory,pearl bone v study intensively, as before an exam cram,drum,swot bone v remove the bones from debone bone adj consisting of or made up of bone boned adj having had the bones removed boned adj having bones as specified bonehead n a stupid person; these words are used to express a low opinion of someone's intelligence dunce,blockhead,knucklehead,loggerhead,shithead,dumbass,fuckhead boneless adj being without a bone or bones bony boner n an embarrassing mistake blunder,blooper,bloomer,bungle,pratfall,fuckup,flub,botch bones n (used in the plural) a percussion instrument consisting of a pair of hollow pieces of wood or bone (usually held between the thumb and finge boney adj having bones especially many or prominent bones bony boney adj being very thin scraggly,bony,scrawny,skinny,underweight,weedy bonfire n a large outdoor fire that is lighted as a signal or in celebration bong n a dull resonant sound as of a bell bong v ring loudly and deeply bongo n a small drum; played with the hands bongo n large forest antelope of central Africa having a reddish-brown coat with white stripes and spiral horns bonito n flesh of mostly Pacific food fishes of the genus Sarda of the family Scombridae; related to but smaller than tuna bonito n fish whose flesh is dried and flaked for Japanese cookery; may be same species as skipjack tuna bonito n any of various scombroid fishes intermediate in size and characteristics between mackerels and tunas bonk v have sexual intercourse with love,know,screw,fuck,jazz,eff,hump,bed bonk v hit hard sock,bop,whop,bash bonkers adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,bats,batty,buggy,cracked,crackers,daft bonn n a city in western Germany on the Rhine River; was the capital of West Germany between 1949 and 1989 bonnet n a hat tied under the chin bonnet n protective covering consisting of a metal part that covers the engine hood,cowl,cowling bonnet v dress in a bonnet bonnie adj very pleasing to the eye bonny,comely,fair bonny adj very pleasing to the eye bonnie,comely,fair bonsai n a dwarfed ornamental tree or shrub grown in a tray or shallow pot bonus n anything that tends to arouse fillip bonus n an additional payment (or other remuneration) to employees as a means of increasing output incentive bonxie n gull-like jaeger of northern seas skua bony adj being very thin scraggly,boney,scrawny,skinny,underweight,weedy bony adj composed of or containing bone bony adj having bones especially many or prominent bones boney boneless bonzer adj remarkable or wonderful boo n a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt hoot,hiss,raspberry,razz,snort,bird boo v show displeasure, as after a performance or speech hiss applaud boob n an ignorant or foolish person dumbbell,dummy,dope,booby,pinhead boob n either of two soft fleshy milk-secreting glandular organs on the chest of a woman breast,bosom,knocker,tit,titty boob v commit a faux pas or a fault or make a serious mistake sin,blunder,goof booby n an ignorant or foolish person dumbbell,dummy,dope,boob,pinhead booby n small tropical gannet having a bright bill or bright feet or both boodle n informal terms for money bread,cabbage,clams,dinero,dough,kale,lettuce,lolly boodle n a gambling card game in which chips are placed on the ace and king and queen and jack of separate suits (taken from a separate deck); a play michigan,chicago,newmarket,stops booger n an imaginary monster used to frighten children bogeyman,bugbear,bugaboo,boogeyman booger n dried nasal mucus boogeyman n an imaginary monster used to frighten children bogeyman,bugbear,bugaboo,booger boogie n an instrumental version of the blues (especially for piano) boogie v dance to boogie music book n a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together) book n physical objects consisting of a number of pages bound together volume book n a compilation of the known facts regarding something or someone record book n a written version of a play or other dramatic composition; used in preparing for a performance script book v engage for a performance book v arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance reserve,hold book v record a charge in a police register book v register in a hotel booker bookbinder n a worker whose trade is binding books bookcase n a piece of furniture with shelves for storing books booked adj reserved in advance engaged booker n someone who engages a person or company for performances bookie n a gambler who accepts and pays off bets (especially on horse races) bookmaker booking n employment for performers or performing groups that lasts for a limited period of time engagement booking n the act of reserving (a place or passage) or engaging the services of (a person or group) reservation bookish adj characterized by diligent study and fondness for reading studious bookkeeper n someone who records the transactions of a business bookkeeping n the activity of recording business transactions booklet n a small book usually having a paper cover brochure,folder,leaflet,pamphlet bookmaker n a maker of books; someone who edits or publishes or binds books bookmaker n a gambler who accepts and pays off bets (especially on horse races) bookie bookman n a learned person (especially in the humanities); someone who by long study has gained mastery in one or more disciplines scholar,student bookmark n a marker (a piece of paper or ribbon) placed between the pages of a book to mark the reader's place bookmobile n a van with shelves of books; serves as a mobile library or bookstore bookseller n the proprietor of a bookstore bookshelf n a shelf on which to keep books bookshop n a shop where books are sold bookstore bookstore n a shop where books are sold bookshop bookworm n a person who pays more attention to formal rules and book learning than they merit pedant,scholastic bookworm n someone who spends a great deal of time reading boom n a deep prolonged loud noise roar,roaring,thunder boom n a state of economic prosperity boom n a sudden happening that brings good fortune (as a sudden opportunity to make money) bonanza,gravy,godsend,windfall,bunce boom n a pole carrying an overhead microphone projected over a film or tv set boom v make a resonant sound, like artillery din boom v hit hard smash,nail,blast boom v be the case that thunder is being heard thunder boom v make a deep hollow sound boomer n a member of the baby boom generation in the 1950s boomerang n a curved piece of wood; when properly thrown will return to thrower boomerang n a miscalculation that recoils on its maker backfire boomerang v return to the initial position from where it came; like a boomerang booming adj very lively and profitable flourishing,prospering,prosperous,roaring,thriving booming adj (used of the voice or sound) deep and resonant boon n a desirable state blessing boon adj very close and convivial boondocks n a remote and undeveloped area backwoods,hinterland boondoggle n work of little or no value done merely to look busy boondoggle v do useless, wasteful, or trivial work boone n an American pioneer and guide and explorer (1734-1820) boor n a crude uncouth ill-bred person lacking culture or refinement peasant,barbarian,churl,goth,tyke boorish adj ill-mannered and coarse and contemptible in behavior or appearance loutish,neanderthal boorishness n the manner of a rude or insensitive person boorishness n inelegance by virtue of being an uncouth boor boost n the act of giving hope or support to someone encouragement boost n an increase in cost rise,hike boost n the act of giving a push boost v increase hike boost v give a boost to; be beneficial to boost v contribute to the progress or growth of promote,advance,further,encourage boost v increase or raise advance,supercharge booster n a person who backs a politician or a team etc. supporter,protagonist,champion,admirer,friend booster n someone who is an active supporter and advocate promoter booster n a thief who steals goods that are in a store shoplifter,lifter booster n an amplifier for restoring the strength of a transmitted signal boot n footwear that covers the whole foot and lower leg boot n compartment in an automobile that carries luggage or shopping or tools trunk boot n the swift release of a store of affective force bang,charge,rush,flush,thrill,kick boot n protective casing for something that resembles a leg boot v kick; give a boot to boot v cause to load (an operating system) and start the initial processes reboot booted adj wearing boots bootee n a slipper that is soft and wool (for babies) bootie booth n a table (in a restaurant or bar) surrounded by two high-backed benches booth n small area set off by walls for special use cubicle,stall,kiosk booth n United States actor and assassin of President Lincoln (1838-1865) booth n a small shop at a fair; for selling goods or entertainment bootie n a slipper that is soft and wool (for babies) bootee bootlace n a long lace for fastening boots bootleg n whiskey illegally distilled from a corn mash moonshine bootleg n the part of a boot above the instep bootleg v sell illicit products such as drugs or alcohol bootleg v produce or distribute illegally bootleg adj distributed or sold illicitly black,contraband,smuggled bootlegger n someone who makes or sells illegal liquor bootlegging n the act of making or transporting alcoholic liquor for sale illegally bootlegging n the act of selling illegally or without permission bootlick v try to gain favor by cringing or flattering fawn,toady,truckle,kowtow bootstrap n a strap that is looped and sewn to the top of a boot for pulling it on bootstrap v help oneself, often through improvised means booty n goods or money obtained illegally loot,pillage,plunder,prize,swag booze n an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented liquor,spirits booze v consume alcohol drink,fuddle boozer n a person who drinks alcohol to excess habitually alcoholic,lush,soaker,souse boozing n the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess drink,drinking,drunkenness boozy adj given to or marked by the consumption of alcohol drunken bop n the law enforcement agency of the Justice Department that operates a nationwide system of prisons and detention facilities to incarcerate in bop n an early form of modern jazz (originating around 1940) bebop bop v dance the bebop bebop bop v hit hard sock,whop,bonk,bash bopeep n a game played with young children; you hide your face and suddenly reveal it as you say boo! peekaboo borax n an ore of boron consisting of hydrated sodium borate; used as a flux or cleansing agent bordeaux n a port city in southwestern France; a major center of the wine trade bordeaux n any of several red or white wines produced around Bordeaux, France or wines resembling them bordello n a building where prostitutes are available whorehouse,brothel,cathouse border n a line that indicates a boundary borderline,mete border n the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary margin,perimeter border n the boundary of a surface edge border n a decorative recessed or relieved surface on an edge molding,moulding border v extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle surround,ring,skirt border v form the boundary of; be contiguous to bound border v enclose in or as if in a frame frame border v provide with a border or edge edge bordered adj having a border especially of a specified kind; sometimes used as a combining term borderland n district consisting of the area on either side of a border or boundary of a country or an area march,marchland borderline n a line that indicates a boundary border,mete borderline adj of questionable or minimal quality marginal bore n a person who evokes boredom dullard bore n a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary) eagre,eager bore n diameter of a tube or gun barrel gauge,caliber,calibre bore n a hole or passage made by a drill; usually made for exploratory purposes bore v cause to be bored tire interest bore v make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool drill bored adj tired of the world bored adj uninterested because of frequent exposure or indulgence blase boredom n the feeling of being bored by something tedious ennui,tedium borer n a drill for penetrating rock borer n any of various insects or larvae or mollusks that bore into wood borges n Argentinian writer remembered for his short stories (1899-1986) borgia n Italian pope whose nepotism put the Borgia family in power in Italy (1378-1458) borgia n Italian noblewoman and patron of the arts (1480-1519) borgia n Italian cardinal and military leader; model for Machiavelli's prince (1475-1507) borgia n Pope and father of Cesare Borgia and Lucrezia Borgia (1431-1503) boric adj of or relating to or derived from or containing boron boring n the act of drilling drilling boring n the act of drilling a hole in the earth in the hope of producing petroleum drilling boring adj so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness deadening,dull,irksome,slow,tedious,tiresome,wearisome born n British nuclear physicist (born in Germany) honored for his contributions to quantum mechanics (1882-1970) born adj brought into existence unborn born adj being talented through inherited qualities natural,innate borneo n 3rd largest island in the world; in the western Pacific to the north of Java; largely covered by dense jungle and rain forest; part of the M boron n a trivalent metalloid element; occurs both in a hard black crystal and in the form of a yellow or brown powder b borough n one of the administrative divisions of a large city borough n an English town that forms the constituency of a member of parliament borrow v get temporarily lend borrow v take up and practice as one's own adopt borrower n someone who receives something on the promise to return it or its equivalent lender borrowing n the appropriation (of ideas or words etc) from another source adoption borrowing n obtaining funds from a lender borsch n a Russian or Polish soup usually containing beet juice as a foundation borscht borscht n a Russian or Polish soup usually containing beet juice as a foundation borsch bos n wild and domestic cattle; in some classifications placed in the subfamily Bovinae or tribe Bovini bosch n Dutch painter (1450-1516) bose n Indian physicist who with Albert Einstein proposed statistical laws based on the indistinguishability of particles; led to the description o bosh n pretentious or silly talk or writing baloney,drool,humbug,tosh,twaddle bosk n a small wooded area bosnia n the northern part of Bosnia-Herzegovina bosnia n a mountainous republic of south-central Europe; formerly part of the Ottoman Empire and then a part of Yugoslavia; voted for independence in bosnian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Bosnia-Herzegovina or the people of Bosnia bosom n the chest considered as the place where secret thoughts are kept bosom n a person's breast or chest bosom n cloth that covers the chest or breasts bosom n a close affectionate and protective acceptance embrace bosom v hide in one's bosom bosom v hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness embrace,hug,squeeze boson n any particle that obeys Bose-Einstein statistics but not the Pauli exclusion principle; all nuclei with an even mass number are bosons boss n a person who exercises control over workers foreman,chief,gaffer,honcho boss n a person responsible for hiring workers boss n a person who exercises control and makes decisions boss n a leader in a political party who controls votes and dictates appointments boss v raise in a relief emboss,stamp boss adj exceptionally good brag bossy adj offensively self-assured or given to exercising usually unwarranted power autocratic,dominating,magisterial,peremptory boston n state capital and largest city of Massachusetts; a major center for banking and financial services bostonian n a native or resident of Boston boswell n Scottish author noted for his biography of Samuel Johnson (1740-1795) boswell n a devoted admirer and recorder of another's words and deeds bot n botfly larva; typically develops inside the body of a horse or sheep or human botanic adj of or relating to plants or botany botanical botanical n a drug made from part of a plant (as the bark or root or leaves) botanical adj of or relating to plants or botany botanic botanist n a biologist specializing in the study of plants botany n all the plant life in a particular region or period vegetation,flora botany n the branch of biology that studies plants botch n an embarrassing mistake blunder,blooper,bloomer,bungle,pratfall,fuckup,flub,boner botch v make a mess of, destroy or ruin bodge,bumble,fumble,muff,blow,flub,spoil,bungle botched adj spoiled through incompetence or clumsiness bungled botfly n stout-bodied hairy dipterous fly whose larvae are parasites on humans and other mammals both adj (used with count nouns) two considered together; the two bother n an angry disturbance fuss,trouble,hassle bother n something or someone that causes trouble; a source of unhappiness annoyance,pain,infliction bother v take the trouble to do something; concern oneself trouble bother v cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations annoy,rag,irritate,rile,nark,nettle,gravel,vex bother v to cause inconvenience or discomfort to trouble,inconvenience,discommode bother v intrude or enter uninvited bothered adj caused to show discomposure daunted,fazed bothersome adj causing irritation or annoyance annoying,galling,irritating,nettlesome,pesky,pestering,teasing,vexatious botox n a neurotoxin (trade name Botox) that is used clinically in small quantities to treat strabismus and facial spasms and other neurological dis botswana n a landlocked republic in south-central Africa that became independent from British control in the 1960s bottle n a glass or plastic vessel used for storing drinks or other liquids; typically cylindrical without handles and with a narrow neck that can be bottle n the quantity contained in a bottle bottle n a vessel fitted with a flexible teat and filled with milk or formula; used as a substitute for breast feeding infants and very young childre bottle v store (liquids or gases) in bottles bottle v put into bottles bottleneck n a narrowing that reduces the flow through a channel constriction bottleneck n the narrow part of a bottle near the top bottleneck v slow down or impede by creating an obstruction bottleneck v become narrow, like a bottleneck bottlenose n any of several dolphins with rounded forehead and well-developed beak; chiefly of northern Atlantic and Mediterranean bottlenose n northern Atlantic beaked whale with a bulbous forehead bottler n a manufacturer that makes and bottles beverages bottom n the lower side of anything underside bottom n the lowest part of anything bottom n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,bum,buns,can,fundament bottom n the second half of an inning; while the home team is at bat top bottom v provide with a bottom or a seat bottom v strike the ground, as with a ship's bottom bottom v come to understand penetrate,fathom bottom adj situated at the bottom or lowest position side,top bottom adj the lowest rank bottomed adj having a bottom of a specified character bottomless bottomless adj extremely deep bottomless adj having no bottom bottomed bottomless adj having no apparent limits or bounds bottomless adj unclothed especially below the waist or featuring such nudeness botulism n food poisoning from ingesting botulin; not infectious; affects the CNS; can be fatal if not treated promptly boudoir n a lady's bedroom or private sitting room bouffe n opera with a happy ending and in which some of the text is spoken bougainvillea n any of several South American ornamental woody vines of the genus Bougainvillea having brilliant red or purple flower bracts; widely grown i bough n any of the larger branches of a tree boughten adj purchased; not homemade bouillabaisse n highly seasoned Mediterranean soup or stew made of several kinds of fish and shellfish with tomatoes and onions or leeks and seasoned with s bouillon n a clear seasoned broth boulder n a large smooth mass of rock detached from its place of origin boulder n a town in north central Colorado; Rocky Mountains resort center and university town boule n an inlaid furniture decoration; tortoiseshell and yellow and white metal form scrolls in cabinetwork buhl boulevard n a wide street or thoroughfare avenue bounce n the quality of a substance that is able to rebound bounce n a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards leap,leaping,spring,bound bounce n rebounding from an impact (or series of impacts) bouncing bounce v spring back; spring away from an impact resile,spring,bound,rebound,recoil,reverberate,ricochet bounce v hit something so that it bounces bounce v move up and down repeatedly jounce bounce v come back after being refused clear bouncer n a person whose duty is to throw troublemakers out of a bar or public meeting bouncing n rebounding from an impact (or series of impacts) bounce bouncing adj vigorously healthy bouncing adj marked by lively action bouncy,peppy,spirited,zippy bouncy adj elastic; rebounds readily live,lively,resilient bouncy adj marked by lively action bouncing,peppy,spirited,zippy bound n a line determining the limits of an area boundary,edge bound n the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something boundary,bounds bound n the greatest possible degree of something limit,boundary bound n a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards leap,leaping,spring,bounce bound v move forward by leaps and bounds jump,leap,spring bound v form the boundary of; be contiguous to border bound v place limits on (extent or amount or access) restrict,trammel,limit,confine,throttle bound v spring back; spring away from an impact bounce,resile,spring,rebound,recoil,reverberate,ricochet bound adj confined by bonds unbound bound adj held with another element, substance or material in chemical or physical union free bound adj secured with a cover or binding; often used as a combining form unbound bound adj (usually followed by `to') governed by fate destined boundary n the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something bound,bounds boundary n a line determining the limits of an area edge,bound boundary n the greatest possible degree of something limit,bound bounded adj having the limits or boundaries established bounden adj morally obligatory bounder n someone who is morally reprehensible cad,blackguard,dog,hound,heel bounder n someone who bounds or leaps (as in competition) boundless adj seemingly boundless in amount, number, degree, or especially extent unbounded,limitless bounds n the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something boundary,bound bounteous adj given or giving freely big,bighearted,bountiful,handsome,giving,liberal bountiful adj given or giving freely big,bighearted,bounteous,handsome,giving,liberal bountiful adj producing in abundance plentiful bounty n payment or reward (especially from a government) for acts such as catching criminals or killing predatory animals or enlisting in the milita premium bounty n the property of copious abundance amplitude bounty n generosity evidenced by a willingness to give freely bounty n a ship of the British navy; in 1789 part of the crew mutinied against their commander William Bligh and set him afloat in an open boat bouquet n an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present corsage,nosegay bouquet n a pleasingly sweet olfactory property fragrance,redolence,sweetness bourbon n a reactionary politician in the United States (usually from the South) bourbon n whiskey distilled from a mash of corn and malt and rye and aged in charred oak barrels bourbon n a member of the European royal family that ruled France bourbon n a European royal line that ruled in France (from 1589-1793) and Spain and Naples and Sicily bourdon n a pipe of the bagpipe that is tuned to produce a single continuous tone drone bourgeois n a capitalist who engages in industrial commercial enterprise bourgeois n a member of the middle class burgher bourgeois adj (according to Marxist thought) being of the property-owning class and exploitive of the working class bourgeois adj conforming to the standards and conventions of the middle class conservative,materialistic bourgeois adj belonging to the middle class bourgeoisie n the social class between the lower and upper classes bourn n an archaic term for a boundary bourne bourn n an archaic term for a goal or destination bourne bourne n an archaic term for a boundary bourn bourne n an archaic term for a goal or destination bourn bourse n the stock exchange in Paris bouse v haul with a tackle bout n (sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive turn,round bout n a period of illness bout n a contest or fight (especially between boxers or wrestlers) bout n an occasion for excessive eating or drinking bust,tear,binge boutique n a shop that sells women's clothes and jewelry bovine n any of various members of the genus Bos bovine adj of or relating to or belonging to the genus Bos (cattle) bovine adj dull and slow-moving and stolid; like an ox bovril n an extract of beef (given to people who are ill) bow n a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces bowknot bow n a slightly curved piece of resilient wood with taut horsehair strands; used in playing certain stringed instruments bow n front part of a vessel or aircraft fore,prow,stem bow n a weapon for shooting arrows, composed of a curved piece of resilient wood with a taut cord to propel the arrow bow v bend one's knee or body, or lower one's head bow v yield to another's wish or opinion submit,defer,accede bow v bend the head or the upper part of the body in a gesture of respect or greeting bow v bend one's back forward from the waist on down crouch,stoop,bend bowed adj of a stringed instrument; sounded by stroking with a bow plucked bowed adj forming or resembling an arch arched,arching bowed adj have legs that curve outward at the knees bandy,bowleg bowed adj showing an excessively deferential manner bowing bowel n the part of the alimentary canal between the stomach and the anus intestine,gut bowels n the center of the Earth bower n a framework that supports climbing plants arbor,pergola bower v enclose in a bower bowery n a street in Manhattan noted for cheap hotels frequented by homeless derelicts bowery adj like a bower; leafy and shady bowfin n primitive long-bodied carnivorous freshwater fish with a very long dorsal fin; found in sluggish waters of North America grindle,dogfish bowhead n large-mouthed Arctic whale bowie n United States pioneer and hero of the Texas revolt against Mexico; he shared command of the garrison that resisted the Mexican attack on the bowing n bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame or greeting bow,obeisance bowing n managing the bow in playing a stringed instrument bowing adj showing an excessively deferential manner bowed bowknot n a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces bow bowl n a round vessel that is open at the top; used chiefly for holding food or liquids bowl n a concave shape with an open top trough bowl n a dish that is round and open at the top for serving foods bowl n the quantity contained in a bowl bowl v roll (a ball) bowl v hurl a cricket ball from one end of the pitch towards the batsman at the other end bowl v engage in the sport of bowling bowleg n a leg bowed outward at the knee (or below the knee) bowleg adj have legs that curve outward at the knees bandy,bowed bowler n a cricketer who delivers the ball to the batsman in cricket bowler n a player who rolls balls down an alley at pins bowler n a felt hat that is round and hard with a narrow brim derby bowline n a loop knot that neither slips nor jams bowling n a game in which balls are rolled at an object or group of objects with the aim of knocking them over or moving them bowling n (cricket) the act of delivering a cricket ball to the batsman bowling n the playing of a game of tenpins or duckpins etc bowls n a bowling game played on a level lawn with biased wooden balls that are rolled at a jack bowman n a person who is expert in the use of a bow and arrow archer bowstring n the string of an archer's bow bowtie n a man's tie that ties in a bow box n a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid box n private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance loge box n the quantity contained in a box box n a predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible corner box v put into a box package unbox box v hit with the fist box v engage in a boxing match boxcar n a freight car with roof and sliding doors in the sides boxcars n (usually plural) an expression used when two dice are thrown and both come up showing six spots boxed adj enclosed in or set off by a border or box boxed adj enclosed in or as if in a box boxer n someone who fights with his fists for sport pugilist boxer n a workman employed to pack things into containers packer,bagger boxer n a member of a nationalistic Chinese secret society that led an unsuccessful rebellion in 1900 against foreign interests in China boxer n a breed of stocky medium-sized short-haired dog with a brindled coat and square-jawed muzzle developed in Germany boxers n underpants worn by men drawers,shorts boxing n fighting with the fists pugilism,fisticuffs boxing n the enclosure of something in a package or box packing boxwood n very hard tough close-grained light yellow wood of the box (particularly the common box); used in delicate woodwork: musical instruments and boxwood n evergreen shrubs or small trees box boxy adj resembling a box in rectangularity boy n a youthful male person girl boy n a friendly informal reference to a grown man boy n a male human offspring son girl boycott n a group's refusal to have commercial dealings with some organization in protest against its policies boycott v refuse to sponsor; refuse to do business with patronize boyfriend n a man who is the lover of a man or woman fellow,beau,swain boyhood n the childhood of a boy boyish adj befitting or characteristic of a young boy boyle n United States writer (1902-1992) boyle n Irish chemist who established that air has weight and whose definitions of chemical elements and chemical reactions helped to dissociate che bozo n a man who is a stupid incompetent fool fathead,goof,goofball,jackass,goose,cuckoo,twat,zany bozo n an informal term for a youth or man guy,cat,hombre,sod bra n an undergarment worn by women to support their breasts brassiere brabble v argue over petty things quibble,niggle,bicker,squabble brace n a support that steadies or strengthens something else brace n two items of the same kind couple,pair,twosome,twain,span,yoke,couplet,duo brace n a set of two similar things considered as a unit pair brace n either of two punctuation marks ({ or }) used to enclose textual material brace v prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult poise brace v support or hold steady and make steadfast, with or as if with a brace steady,stabilize brace v support by bracing brace v cause to be alert and energetic stimulate,arouse,energize braced adj positioned so as to be ready for confrontation or danger braced adj held up by braces or buttresses buttressed bracelet n a band of cloth or leather or metal links attached to a wristwatch and wrapped around the wrist wristband bracelet n jewelry worn around the wrist for decoration bangle bracer n a protective covering for the wrist or arm that is used in archery and fencing and other sports bracer n a tonic or restorative (especially a drink of liquor) bracero n a Mexican laborer who worked in the United States on farms and railroads in order to ease labor shortages during World War II braces n an appliance that corrects dental irregularities brace brachiopod n marine animal with bivalve shell having a pair of arms bearing tentacles for capturing food; found worldwide brachiopod adj of or belonging to the phylum Brachiopoda brachypterous adj (especially of certain insects) having very short or rudimentary wings bracing n a structural member used to stiffen a framework brace bracing adj imparting vitality and energy brisk,fresh,refreshing,tonic bracken n fern of southeastern Asia; not hardy in cold temperate regions bracken n large coarse fern often several feet high; essentially weed ferns; cosmopolitan brake bracket n a category falling within certain defined limits bracket n either of two punctuation marks (`<' or `>') used in computer programming and sometimes used to enclose textual material bracket n either of two punctuation marks ([ or ]) used to enclose textual material bracket n a support projecting from a wall (as to hold a shelf) bracket v support with brackets bracket v place into brackets bracket v classify or group brackish adj distasteful and unpleasant; spoiled by mixture brackish adj slightly salty (especially from containing a mixture of seawater and fresh water) briny brad n a small nail brad v fasten with brads bradbury n United States writer of science fiction (born 1920) bradford n United States printer (born in England) whose press produced the first American prayer book and the New York City's first newspaper (1663-17 bradley n United States politician who was elected the first black mayor of Los Angeles (1917-1998) bradley n United States general who played an important role in the Allied victory in World War II (1893-1981) brady n United States pioneer photographer famous for his portraits; was the official Union photographer for the American Civil War (1823-1896) brady n United States financier noted for his love of diamonds and his extravagant lifestyle (1856-1917) bradycardia n abnormally slow heartbeat brae n a slope or hillside brag n an instance of boastful talk bragging,crow,crowing brag v show off boast,tout,swash,gas,blow,bluster,vaunt brag adj exceptionally good boss braga n an ancient city in northern Portugal bragg n Confederate general during the American Civil War who was defeated by Grant in the battle of Chattanooga (1817-1876) braggart n a very boastful and talkative person bragger,boaster,blowhard braggart adj exhibiting self-importance boastful,bragging,big,crowing bragger n a very boastful and talkative person braggart,boaster,blowhard bragging n an instance of boastful talk brag,crow,crowing bragging adj exhibiting self-importance boastful,braggart,big,crowing brahma n the Creator; one of the three major deities in the later Hindu pantheon brahma n any of several breeds of Indian cattle; especially a large American heat and tick resistant greyish humped breed evolved in the Gulf States brahman,brahmin brahman n a member of a social and cultural elite (especially a descendant of an old New England family) brahmin brahman n a member of the highest of the four Hindu varnas brahmin brahman n the highest of the four varnas: the priestly or sacerdotal category brahmin brahman n any of several breeds of Indian cattle; especially a large American heat and tick resistant greyish humped breed evolved in the Gulf States brahma,brahmin brahmin n a member of a social and cultural elite (especially a descendant of an old New England family) brahman brahmin n a member of the highest of the four Hindu varnas brahman brahmin n the highest of the four varnas: the priestly or sacerdotal category brahman brahmin n any of several breeds of Indian cattle; especially a large American heat and tick resistant greyish humped breed evolved in the Gulf States brahman,brahma brahminical adj of or relating to or characteristic of a brahmin brahms n German composer who developed the romantic style of both lyrical and classical music (1833-1897) brahms n the music of Brahms braid n a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair plait,tress,twist braid n trimming used to decorate clothes or curtains braiding braid v make by braiding or interlacing lace,plait braid v decorate with braids or ribbons braid v form or weave into a braid or braids pleach braided adj woven by (or as if by) braiding braiding n trimming used to decorate clothes or curtains braid brail n a small net used to draw fish into a boat brail n a small rope (one of several) used to draw a sail in brail v take in a sail with a brail brail v haul fish aboard with brails braille n French educator who lost his sight at the age of three and who invented a system of writing and printing for sightless people (1809-1852) braille n a point system of writing in which patterns of raised dots represent letters and numerals braille v transcribe in braille brain n that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal brain n mental ability mentality,wit brain n that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason mind,head,psyche,nous brain n someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality genius,mastermind,brainiac,einstein brain v hit on the head brain v kill by smashing someone's skull brainchild n a product of your creative thinking and work inspiration brainiac n someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality genius,mastermind,brain,einstein brainless adj not using intelligence headless brainstorm n the clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation insight brainstorm v try to solve a problem by thinking intensely about it brainstorming n a group problem-solving technique in which members spontaneously share ideas and solutions brainwash v persuade completely, often through coercion brainwash v submit to brainwashing; indoctrinate forcibly brainwashed adj subjected to intensive forced indoctrination resulting in the rejection of old beliefs and acceptance of new ones brainwashing n forcible indoctrination into a new set of attitudes and beliefs brainy adj having or marked by unusual and impressive intelligence brilliant braise v cook in liquid braised adj cooked by browning in fat and then simmering in a closed container brake n a restraint used to slow or stop a vehicle brake n any of various ferns of the genus Pteris having pinnately compound leaves and including several popular houseplants brake n large coarse fern often several feet high; essentially weed ferns; cosmopolitan bracken brake n an area thickly overgrown usually with one kind of plant brake v stop travelling by applying a brake brake v cause to stop by applying the brakes brakeman n a railroad employee responsible for a train's brakes brakes n a braking device consisting of a combination of interacting parts that work to slow a motor vehicle bramble n any of various rough thorny shrubs or vines bran n broken husks of the seeds of cereal grains that are separated from the flour by sifting bran n food prepared from the husks of cereal grains branch n a division of some larger or more complex organization subdivision,arm branch n a division of a stem, or secondary stem arising from the main stem of a plant branch n a part of a forked or branching shape leg,ramification branch n a natural consequence of development outgrowth,offshoot,offset branch v grow and send out branches or branch-like structures ramify branch v divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork ramify,fork,furcate,separate branched adj resembling a fork; divided or separated into two branches bifurcate,forked,pronged branched adj having branches branching branching n the act of branching out or dividing into branches ramification,fork,forking branching adj having branches branched branching adj resembling the branches of a tree branchlet n a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division); usually applied to branches of the current or preceding year twig,sprig brand n a name given to a product or service marque brand n a recognizable kind make brand n identification mark on skin, made by burning brand n a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning firebrand brand v burn with a branding iron to indicate ownership; of animals brand v to accuse or condemn or openly or formally or brand as disgraceful stigmatize,denounce,mark brand v mark with a brand or trademark trademark brand v mark or expose as infamous post branded adj (of goods and merchandise) marked or labeled by a distinctive word or symbol indicating exclusive rights branded adj marked with a brand unbranded brandenburg n the territory of an Elector (of the Holy Roman Empire) that expanded to become the kingdom of Prussia in 1701 branding n the act of stigmatizing brandish n the act of waving flourish brandish v move or swing back and forth flourish,wave brandish v exhibit aggressively brandt n German statesman who as chancellor of West Germany worked to reduce tensions with eastern Europe (1913-1992) brandy n distilled from wine or fermented fruit juice brant n small dark geese that breed in the north and migrate southward brent branta n wild geese brash adj offensively bold cheeky,nervy brashness n tasteless showiness glitz brashness n the trait of being rash and hasty brasil n the largest Latin American country and the largest Portuguese speaking country in the world; located in the central and northeastern part of brazil brass n an alloy of copper and zinc brass n a wind instrument that consists of a brass tube (usually of variable length) that is blown by means of a cup-shaped or funnel-shaped mouthpi brass n the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something administration,governance,establishment,organization,organisation brass n impudent aggressiveness boldness,nerve,face,cheek brassard n armor plate that protects the arm brassie n (formerly) a golfing wood with a face more elevated that a driver but less than a spoon brassiere n an undergarment worn by women to support their breasts bra brassy adj resembling the sound of a brass instrument brassy adj tastelessly showy cheap,flash,flashy,garish,gaudy,loud,tacky,tatty brassy adj unrestrained by convention or propriety audacious,bodacious,brazen,insolent brat n a very troublesome child terror brat n a small pork sausage bratwurst bratislava n capital and largest city of Slovakia pressburg brattle v make a rattling sound clatter,clack bratwurst n a small pork sausage brat braun n the German mistress of Adolf Hitler (1910-1945) braun n United States rocket engineer (born in Germany where he designed a missile used against England); he led the United States Army team that pu bravado n a swaggering show of courage bluster brave n a North American Indian warrior brave n people who are brave timid brave v face and withstand with courage weather,endure brave adj possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching courageous cowardly brave adj invulnerable to fear or intimidation audacious,dauntless,fearless,hardy,intrepid brave adj brightly colored and showy gay bravely adv in a courageous manner courageously bravery n a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear courage bravery n feeling no fear fearlessness bravo n a murderer (especially one who kills a prominent political figure) who kills by a surprise attack and often is hired to do the deed assassin bravo n a cry of approval as from an audience at the end of great performance bravo v applaud with shouts of `bravo' or `brava' bravura n brilliant and showy technical skill brawl n an uproarious party bash,do brawl n a noisy fight in a crowd brawl v to quarrel noisily, angrily or disruptively wrangle brawler n a fighter (especially one who participates in brawls) brawn n possessing muscular strength muscle brawny adj (of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful hefty,muscular,powerful,sinewy bray n the cry of an ass bray v braying characteristic of donkeys bray v reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading grind,mash,crunch,comminute bray v laugh loudly and harshly braze v solder together by using hard solder with a high melting point brazen v face with defiance or impudence brazen adj unrestrained by convention or propriety audacious,bodacious,brassy,insolent brazen adj made of or resembling brass (as in color or hardness) brazenly adv in a brazen manner brazenness n behavior marked by a bold defiance of the proprieties and lack of shame brazier n large metal container in which coal or charcoal is burned; warms people who must stay outside for long times brazil n the largest Latin American country and the largest Portuguese speaking country in the world; located in the central and northeastern part of brasil brazil n three-sided tropical American nut with white oily meat and hard brown shell brazilian n a native or inhabitant of Brazil brazilian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Brazil or the people of Brazil breach n a failure to perform some promised act or obligation breach n an opening (especially a gap in a dike or fortification) breach n a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions) rupture,break,severance,rift breach v act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises transgress,offend,violate,break breach v make an opening or gap in gap bread n food made from dough of flour or meal and usually raised with yeast or baking powder and then baked breadstuff bread n informal terms for money boodle,cabbage,clams,dinero,dough,kale,lettuce,lolly bread v cover with bread crumbs breadbasket n a geographic region serving as the principal source of grain breadbasket n an enlarged and muscular saclike organ of the alimentary canal; the principal organ of digestion stomach,tummy,tum breadbasket n a basket for serving bread breadbox n a container used to keep bread or cake in breadfruit n native to Pacific islands and having edible fruit with a texture like bread breadfruit n a large round seedless or seeded fruit with a texture like bread; eaten boiled or baked or roasted or ground into flour; the roasted seeds r breadline n a queue of people waiting for free food breadstick n a crisp stick-shaped roll; often served with soup breadstuff n food made from dough of flour or meal and usually raised with yeast or baking powder and then baked bread breadstuff n flour or meal or grain used in baking bread breadth n the capacity to understand a broad range of topics comprehensiveness,largeness breadth n the extent of something from side to side width breadwinner n one whose earnings are the primary source of support for their dependents break n some abrupt occurrence that interrupts an ongoing activity interruption break n an unexpected piece of good luck break n (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other fault,faulting,shift,fracture break n a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions) rupture,breach,severance,rift break v terminate interrupt break v become separated into pieces or fragments separate break v render inoperable or ineffective break v ruin completely bust repair breakable n an article that is fragile and easily broken breakable adj capable of being broken or damaged unbreakable breakage n the quantity broken breakage n reimbursement for goods damaged while in transit or in use breakage n the act of breaking something break,breaking breakaway n the act of breaking away or withdrawing from breakaway adj having separated or advocating separation from another entity or policy or attitude separatist breakdown n the act of disrupting an established order so it fails to continue dislocation breakdown n a mental or physical breakdown breakdown n (biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action decomposition,rot,rotting breakdown n a cessation of normal operation breaker n a quarry worker who splits off blocks of stone breaker n waves breaking on the shore surf,breakers breaker n a device that trips like a switch and opens the circuit when overloaded breakers n waves breaking on the shore surf,breaker breakfast n the first meal of the day (usually in the morning) breakfast v eat an early morning meal breakfast v provide breakfast for breaking n the act of breaking something breakage,break breakneck adj moving at very high speed breakout n an escape from jail break,jailbreak breakthrough n a productive insight discovery,find breakthrough n making an important discovery breakthrough n a penetration of a barrier such as an enemy's defense breakup n the termination or disintegration of a relationship (between persons or nations) dissolution breakup n coming apart separation,detachment breakwater n a protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away groin,groyne,mole,bulwark,jetty bream n flesh of various freshwater fishes of North America or of Europe bream n flesh of any of various saltwater fishes of the family Sparidae or the family Bramidae bream n any of numerous marine percoid fishes especially (but not exclusively) of the family Sparidae bream n any of various usually edible freshwater percoid fishes having compressed bodies and shiny scales; especially (but not exclusively) of the g bream v clean (a ship's bottom) with heat breast n the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen chest breast n either of two soft fleshy milk-secreting glandular organs on the chest of a woman bosom,knocker,boob,tit,titty breast n meat carved from the breast of a fowl breast n the part of an animal's body that corresponds to a person's chest breast v meet at breast level breast v reach the summit (of a mountain) summit breast v confront bodily front breasted adj having a breast or breasts; or breasts as specified; used chiefly in compounds breastfeed v give suck to suckle,suck,nurse,lactate breastplate n armor plate that protects the chest; the front part of a cuirass aegis breaststroke n a swimming stroke; the arms are extended together in front of the head and swept back on either side accompanied by a frog kick breaststroke v swim with the face down and extend the arms forward and outward while kicking with the leg breath n the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing breath n the air that is inhaled and exhaled in respiration breath n a short respite breather breath n an indirect suggestion hint,intimation breathalyzer n a device that measures chemicals (especially the alcohol content) in a person's expired breath breathe v draw air into, and expel out of, the lungs suspire breathe v be alive breathe v impart as if by breathing breathe v allow the passage of air through breathed adj uttered without voice voiceless breather n a short respite breath breather n air passage provided by a retractable device containing intake and exhaust pipes; permits a submarine to stay submerged for extended periods snorkel breathing n the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation respiration,ventilation breathing adj passing or able to pass air in and out of the lungs normally; sometimes used in combination breathless breathless adj not breathing or able to breathe except with difficulty breathing breathless adj tending to cause suspension of regular breathing breathtaking breathless adj appearing dead; not breathing or having no perceptible pulse inanimate breathlessly adv in a breathless manner breathtaking adj tending to cause suspension of regular breathing breathless breccia n a rudaceous rock consisting of sharp fragments embedded in clay or sand brecht n German dramatist and poet who developed a style of epic theater (1898-1956) breech n opening in the rear of the barrel of a gun where bullets can be loaded breeched adj dressed in trousers breeches n (used in the plural) trousers ending above the knee knickerbockers,knickers breed n a special variety of domesticated animals within a species strain,stock breed n a special type breed v call forth engender,spawn breed v copulate with a female, used especially of horses cover breed v cause to procreate (animals) breed v have young (animals) or reproduce (organisms) multiply breeder n a person who breeds animals breeding n elegance by virtue of fineness of manner and expression gentility breeding n the result of good upbringing (especially knowledge of correct social behavior) education,training breeding n helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community fostering,nurture,raising,rearing,upbringing breeding n the production of animals or plants by inbreeding or hybridization breeding adj producing offspring or set aside especially for producing offspring breeze n a slight wind (usually refreshing) zephyr,air breeze n any undertaking that is easy to do cinch,picnic,snap,pushover breeze v blow gently and lightly breeze v to proceed quickly and easily breezy adj fresh and animated breezy adj abounding in or exposed to the wind or breezes blowy,windy bremen n a city of northwestern Germany linked by the Weser River to the port of Bremerhaven and the North Sea; in the Middle Ages it was a leading m bren n a submachine gun operated by gas pressure; used by the British in World War II brent n small dark geese that breed in the north and migrate southward brant brest n a port city in northwestern France (in Brittany); the chief naval station of France brethren n (plural) the lay members of a male religious order breton n a native or inhabitant of Brittany (especially one who speaks the Breton language) breton n a Celtic language of Brittany breve n a diacritical mark (U-shaped) placed over a vowel to indicate a short sound brevet n a document entitling a commissioned officer to hold a higher rank temporarily (but without higher pay) brevet v promote somebody by brevet, in the military brevity n the use of brief expressions brevity n the attribute of being brief or fleeting transience brew n drink made by steeping and boiling and fermenting rather than distilling brew v prepare by brewing brew v sit or let sit in boiling water so as to extract the flavor brewer n someone who brews beer or ale from malt and hops and water brewer n the owner or manager of a brewery brewery n a plant where beer is brewed by fermentation brewing n the production of malt beverages (as beer or ale) from malt and hops by grinding and boiling them and fermenting the result with yeast brezhnev n Soviet statesman who became president of the Soviet Union (1906-1982) briar n Eurasian rose with prickly stems and fragrant leaves and bright pink flowers followed by scarlet hips brier,eglantine briar n a very prickly woody vine of the eastern United States growing in tangled masses having tough round stems with shiny leathery leaves and sma brier briar n evergreen treelike Mediterranean shrub having fragrant white flowers in large terminal panicles and hard woody roots used to make tobacco pi brier briar n a pipe made from the root (briarroot) of the tree heath bribe n payment made to a person in a position of trust to corrupt his judgment payoff bribe v make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence corrupt,buy bribery n the practice of offering something (usually money) in order to gain an illicit advantage graft brick n rectangular block of clay baked by the sun or in a kiln; used as a building or paving material brick n a good fellow; helpful and trustworthy brickbat n a fragment of brick used as a weapon brickbat n blunt criticism bricklayer n a craftsman skilled in building with bricks brickle adj having little elasticity; hence easily cracked or fractured or snapped brittle brickwork n masonry done with bricks and mortar brickyard n a place where bricks are made and sold bricole n an engine that provided medieval artillery used during sieges; a heavy war engine for hurling large stones and other missiles catapult,ballista,onager bridal n archaic terms for a wedding or wedding feast espousal bridal adj of or relating to a wedding nuptial,spousal bridal adj of or pertaining to a bride bride n a woman who has recently been married bride n Irish abbess; a patron saint of Ireland (453-523) bridget bride n a woman participant in her own marriage ceremony bridegroom n a man who has recently been married groom bridegroom n a man participant in his own marriage ceremony groom bridesmaid n an unmarried woman who attends the bride at a wedding bridge n a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc. span bridge n a circuit consisting of two branches (4 arms arranged in a diamond configuration) across which a meter is connected bridge n something resembling a bridge in form or function bridge n the hard ridge that forms the upper part of the nose bridge v connect or reduce the distance between bridge v make a bridge across bridge v cross over on a bridge bridgehead n an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies foothold bridgehead n a defensive post at the end of a bridge nearest to the enemy bridgeport n a port in southwestern Connecticut on Long Island Sound bridges n United States labor leader who organized the longshoremen (1901-1990) bridget n Irish abbess; a patron saint of Ireland (453-523) bride bridle n headgear for a horse; includes a headstall and bit and reins to give the rider or driver control bridle n the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess check,curb bridle v anger or take offense bridle v put a bridle on bridle v respond to the reins, as of horses brie n soft creamy white cheese; milder than Camembert brief n a document stating the facts and points of law of a client's case brief n a condensed written summary or abstract brief v give essential information to someone brief adj of short duration or distance brief adj concise and succinct brief adj (of clothing) very short abbreviated briefcase n a case with a handle; for carrying papers or files or books briefing n detailed instructions, as for a military operation briefly adv for a short time briefly adv in a concise manner; in a few words concisely,shortly briefs n (used in the plural) short tight-fitting underpants (trade name Jockey shorts) brier n tangled mass of prickly plants brier n a thorny stem or twig brier n Eurasian rose with prickly stems and fragrant leaves and bright pink flowers followed by scarlet hips briar,eglantine brier n a very prickly woody vine of the eastern United States growing in tangled masses having tough round stems with shiny leathery leaves and sma briar brig n two-masted sailing vessel square-rigged on both masts brig n a penal institution (especially on board a ship) brigade n army unit smaller than a division brigade v form or unite into a brigade brigadier n a general officer ranking below a major general brigand n an armed thief who is (usually) a member of a band bandit brigantine n two-masted sailing vessel square-rigged on the foremast and fore-and-aft rigged on the mainmast bright adj emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts dull bright adj having strong or striking color brilliant,vivid bright adj characterized by quickness and ease in learning smart bright adj having lots of light either natural or artificial bright adv with brightness brilliantly,brightly brighten v make more cheerful through the use of color lighten darken brighten v become clear clear brightly adv with brightness brilliantly,bright brightness n the location of a visual perception along a continuum from black to white dullness brightness n intelligence as manifested in being quick and witty cleverness,smartness brightness n the quality of being luminous; emitting or reflecting light luminance,light brighton n a city in East Sussex in southern England that is a popular resort; site of the University of Sussex brill n European food fish brilliance n a light within the field of vision that is brighter than the brightness to which the eyes are adapted glare,blaze brilliance n the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand magnificence,splendor,splendour,grandeur brilliance n unusual mental ability genius brilliant adj of surpassing excellence superb brilliant adj having or marked by unusual and impressive intelligence brainy brilliant adj characterized by grandeur glorious,magnificent,splendid brilliant adj having strong or striking color bright,vivid brilliantly adv with brightness brightly,bright brilliantly adv in an extremely intelligent way brim n the top edge of a vessel or other container rim,lip brim n a circular projection that sticks outward from the crown of a hat brim v be completely full brim v fill as much as possible brimming adj filled to capacity brimstone n an old name for sulfur brindled adj having a grey or brown streak or a pattern or a patchy coloring; used especially of the patterned fur of cats tabby brine n water containing salts seawater,saltwater brine n a strong solution of salt and water used for pickling brine v soak in brine bring v take something or somebody with oneself somewhere convey,take bring v cause to come into a particular state or condition bring v cause to happen or to occur as a consequence work,play,wreak bring v go or come after and bring or take back get,convey,fetch bringing n the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail) delivery brinjal n hairy upright herb native to southeastern Asia but widely cultivated for its large glossy edible fruit commonly used as a vegetable eggplant brink n a region marking a boundary threshold,verge brink n the edge of a steep place brink n the limit beyond which something happens or changes verge briny n any very large body of (salt) water main briny adj slightly salty (especially from containing a mixture of seawater and fresh water) brackish brioche n a light roll rich with eggs and butter and somewhat sweet briony n a vine of the genus Bryonia having large leaves and small flowers and yielding acrid juice with emetic and purgative properties bryony bris n the Jewish rite of circumcision performed on a male child on the eighth day of his life brisbane n capital and largest city of Queensland state; located in the southeastern corner of Queensland on the Pacific; settled by British as a penal brisk v become brisk brisk adj quick and energetic alert,lively,merry,rattling,snappy,spanking,zippy brisk adj imparting vitality and energy bracing,fresh,refreshing,tonic brisk adj very active brisket n a cut of meat from the breast or lower chest especially of beef briskly adv in a brisk manner bristle n a stiff fiber (coarse hair or filament); natural or synthetic bristle n a stiff hair bristle v be in a state of movement or action abound,burst bristle v rise up as in fear uprise bristle v have or be thickly covered with or as if with bristles bristle v react in an offended or angry manner bristled adj having or covered with protective barbs or quills or spines or thorns or setae etc. barbed,burred,burry,prickly,spiny,thorny bristol n an industrial city and port in southwestern England near the mouth of the River Avon brit n a native or inhabitant of Great Britain briton brit n the young of a herring or sprat or similar fish britt brit n minute crustaceans forming food for right whales britt britain n a monarchy in northwestern Europe occupying most of the British Isles; divided into England and Scotland and Wales and Northern Ireland; `Gr uk britches n (used in the plural) informal term for breeches british n the people of Great Britain brits british adj of or relating to or characteristic of Great Britain or its people or culture briton n a native or inhabitant of Great Britain brit briton n an inhabitant of southern Britain prior to the Anglo-Saxon invasions briton adj characteristic of or associated with the Britons brits n the people of Great Britain british britt n the young of a herring or sprat or similar fish brit britt n minute crustaceans forming food for right whales brit brittany n a former province of northwestern France on a peninsula between the English Channel and the Bay of Biscay britten n major English composer of the 20th century; noted for his operas (1913-1976) brittle n caramelized sugar cooled in thin sheets toffee brittle adj having little elasticity; hence easily cracked or fractured or snapped brickle brittle adj lacking warmth and generosity of spirit brittle adj (of metal or glass) not annealed and consequently easily cracked or fractured broach n a decorative pin worn by women brooch broach v bring up a topic for discussion initiate broached adj of a cask or barrel abroach broad n slang term for a woman broad adj having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other wide broad adj broad in scope or content blanket,encompassing,extensive,panoptic,wide broad adj not detailed or specific broad adj lacking subtlety; obvious unsubtle broadband adj of or relating to or being a communications network in which the bandwidth can be divided and shared by multiple simultaneous signals (as fo broadband adj responding to or operating at a wide band of frequencies broadcast n message that is transmitted by radio or television broadcast n a radio or television show program,programme broadcast v broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television air,send,beam,transmit broadcast v sow over a wide area, especially by hand broadcast v cause to become widely known circulate,circularize,distribute,disseminate,propagate,spread,diffuse,disperse broadcaster n someone who broadcasts on radio or television broadcaster n a mechanical device for scattering something (seed or fertilizer or sand etc.) in all directions spreader broadcasting n a medium that disseminates via telecommunications broadcasting n taking part in a radio or tv program broadcloth n a densely textured woolen fabric with a lustrous finish broadcloth n a closely woven silk or synthetic fabric with a narrow crosswise rib broaden v make broader broaden v extend in scope or range or area widen,extend broaden v vary in order to spread risk or to expand diversify broaden v become broader broadening n the act of making something wider widening broadening n the action of making broader broadening n an increase in width widening broadly adv without regard to specific details or exceptions loosely,generally narrowly broadly adv in a wide fashion broadside n an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution circular,handbill,bill,flier,flyer,throwaway broadside n a speech of violent denunciation tirade,philippic broadside n all of the armament that is fired from one side of a warship broadside n the whole side of a vessel from stem to stern broadside v collide with the broad side of broadside adj toward a full side broadside adv with a side facing an object broadsword n a sword with a broad blade and (usually) two cutting edges; used to cut rather than stab broadtail n the fur of a very young karakul lamb broadtail n hardy coarse-haired sheep of central Asia; lambs are valued for their soft curly black fur broadway n a street in Manhattan that passes through Times Square; famous for its theaters brobdingnagian adj huge; relating to or characteristic of the imaginary country of Brobdingnag brobdingnagian adj unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope huge,immense,vast brocade n thick heavy expensive material with a raised pattern brocade v weave a design into (textiles) broccoli n plant with dense clusters of tight green flower buds broccoli n branched green undeveloped flower heads brochure n a small book usually having a paper cover booklet,folder,leaflet,pamphlet brogan n a thick and heavy shoe brogue brogue n a thick and heavy shoe brogan broil n cooking by direct exposure to radiant heat (as over a fire or under a grill) broiling,grilling broil v cook under a broiler broil v heat by a natural force bake broil v be very hot, due to hot weather or exposure to the sun bake broiled adj cooked by radiant heat (as over a grill) grilled broiler n an oven or part of a stove used for broiling broiler n flesh of a small young chicken not over 2 1/2 lb suitable for broiling broiling n cooking by direct exposure to radiant heat (as over a fire or under a grill) broil,grilling broke adj lacking funds bust,skint broken adj physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split unbroken broken adj not continuous in space, time, or sequence or varying abruptly unbroken broken adj subdued or brought low in condition or status crushed,humbled,humiliated,low broken adj (especially of promises or contracts) having been violated or disregarded unbroken broker n a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission agent,factor broker v act as a broker brokerage n a stock broker's business; charges a fee to act as intermediary between buyer and seller brokerage n the business of a broker; charges a fee to arrange a contract between two parties brokerage n place where a broker conducts his business brolly n colloquial terms for an umbrella gamp bromate v react with bromine bromate v treat with bromine brome n any of various woodland and meadow grasses of the genus Bromus; native to temperate regions bromide n any of the salts of hydrobromic acid; formerly used as a sedative but now generally replaced by safer drugs bromide n a trite or obvious remark platitude,cliche,banality,commonplace bromine n a nonmetallic heavy volatile corrosive dark brown liquid element belonging to the halogens; found in sea water bronc n an unbroken or imperfectly broken mustang bronco bronchial adj relating to or associated with the bronchi bronchitis n inflammation of the membranes lining the bronchial tubes bronchoscope n a slender tubular instrument used to examine the bronchial tubes bronchus n either of the two main branches of the trachea bronco n an unbroken or imperfectly broken mustang bronc bronte n English novelist; youngest of three Bronte sisters (1820-1849) bronte n English novelist; one of three Bronte sisters (1818-1848) bronte n English novelist; oldest of three Bronte sisters (1816-1855) brontosaurus n huge quadrupedal herbivorous dinosaur common in North America in the late Jurassic bronx n a borough of New York City bronze n an alloy of copper and tin and sometimes other elements; also any copper-base alloy containing other elements in place of tin bronze n a sculpture made of bronze bronze v give the color and appearance of bronze to something bronze v get a tan, from wind or sun tan bronze adj of the color of bronze bronze adj made from or consisting of bronze bronzed adj (of skin) having a tan color from exposure to the sun tanned brooch n a decorative pin worn by women broach brooch v fasten with or as if with a brooch clasp brood n the young of an animal cared for at one time brood v think moodily or anxiously about something dwell brood v hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing hover,loom brood v be in a huff and display one's displeasure sulk,pout brood v be in a huff; be silent or sullen grizzle,stew brooder n apparatus consisting of a box designed to maintain a constant temperature by the use of a thermostat; used for chicks or premature infants incubator brooding n sitting on eggs so as to hatch them by the warmth of the body incubation brooding n persistent morbid meditation on a problem pensiveness brooding adj deeply or seriously thoughtful broody,contemplative,meditative,musing,pensive,pondering,reflective broody n a domestic hen ready to brood sitter broody adj physiologically ready to incubate eggs broody adj deeply or seriously thoughtful brooding,contemplative,meditative,musing,pensive,pondering,reflective brook n a natural stream of water smaller than a river (and often a tributary of a river) creek brook v put up with something or somebody unpleasant digest,endure,stomach,bear,stand,tolerate,support,abide brooke n English lyric poet (1887-1915) brooklyn n a borough of New York City brooks n United States literary critic and historian (1886-1963) broom n a cleaning implement for sweeping; bundle of straws or twigs attached to a long handle broom n any of various shrubs of the genera Cytisus or Genista or Spartium having long slender branches and racemes of yellow flowers broom n common Old World heath represented by many varieties; low evergreen grown widely in the northern hemisphere heather,ling broom v sweep with a broom or as if with a broom sweep broom v finish with a broom broomstick n the handle of a broom broth n liquid in which meat and vegetables are simmered; used as a basis for e.g. soups or sauces stock broth n a thin soup of meat or fish or vegetable stock brothel n a building where prostitutes are available whorehouse,bordello,cathouse brother n a male with the same parents as someone else sister brother n a male person who is a fellow member (of a fraternity or religion or other group) brother n a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities buddy,chum,crony,pal,sidekick brother n used as a term of address for those male persons engaged in the same movement comrade brotherhood n the kinship relation between a male offspring and the siblings brotherhood n people engaged in a particular occupation fraternity brotherhood n the feeling that men should treat one another like brothers brotherhood n an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer union brotherly adj like or characteristic of or befitting a brother fraternal brotherly adv (archaic as adverb) in a brotherly manner brougham n light carriage; pulled by a single horse brougham n a sedan that has no roof over the driver's seat brow n the part of the face above the eyes forehead brow n the arch of hair above each eye eyebrow brow n the peak of a hill hilltop browbeat v be bossy towards bully,hector browbeat v discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate bully,swagger brown n an orange of low brightness and saturation brown n Scottish botanist who first observed the movement of small particles in fluids now known a Brownian motion (1773-1858) brown n abolitionist who was hanged after leading an unsuccessful raid at Harper's Ferry, Virginia (1800-1859) brown n a university in Rhode Island brown v fry in a pan until it changes color brown v make brown in color embrown brown adj of a color similar to that of wood or earth brownish brown adj (of skin) deeply suntanned browned browne n English illustrator of several of Dickens' novels (1815-1882) browne n United States writer of humorous tales of an itinerant showman (1834-1867) browned adj (of skin) deeply suntanned brown brownie n a junior Girl Scout brownie n (folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous elf,hob,gremlin,pixie,imp brownie n square or bar of very rich chocolate cake usually with nuts browning n United States inventor of firearms (especially automatic pistols and repeating rifles and a machine gun called the Peacemaker) (1855-1926) browning n English poet and husband of Elizabeth Barrett Browning noted for his dramatic monologues (1812-1889) browning n English poet best remembered for love sonnets written to her husband Robert Browning (1806-1861) browning n cooking to a brown crispiness over a fire or on a grill toasting brownish adj of a color similar to that of wood or earth brown brownout n darkness resulting from the extinction of lights (as in a city invisible to enemy aircraft) blackout brownstone n a reddish brown sandstone; used in buildings brownstone n a row house built of brownstone; reddish brown in color brownsville n a city in southern Texas on the Rio Grande near its mouth into the Gulf of Mexico; has a channel that accommodates oceangoing ships browse n vegetation (such as young shoots, twigs, and leaves) that is suitable for animals to eat browse n reading superficially or at random browsing browse n the act of feeding by continual nibbling browsing browse v shop around; not necessarily buying shop browse v feed as in a meadow or pasture crop,graze,range,pasture browse v look around casually and randomly, without seeking anything in particular surf browse v eat lightly, try different dishes graze browser n a viewer who looks around casually without seeking anything in particular browser n a program used to view HTML documents browsing n reading superficially or at random browse browsing n the act of feeding by continual nibbling browse bruce n Australian physician and bacteriologist who described the bacterium that causes undulant fever or brucellosis (1855-1931) bruce n king of Scotland from 1306 to 1329; defeated the English army under Edward II at Bannockburn and gained recognition of Scottish independence bruckner n Austrian organist and composer of romantic music (1824-1896) bruges n a city in northwestern Belgium that is connected by canal to the North Sea; in the 13th century it was a leading member of the Hanseatic Lea bruin n a conventional name for a bear used in tales following usage in the old epic `Reynard the Fox' bruin n large ferocious bear of Eurasia bruise n an injury that doesn't break the skin but results in some discoloration contusion bruise v injure the underlying soft tissue or bone of contuse bruise v hurt the feelings of hurt,wound,injure,offend,spite bruise v break up into small pieces for food preparation bruise v damage (plant tissue) by abrasion or pressure bruiser n a large and strong and heavyset man bull,samson bruising adj causing mental or emotional injury bruising adj brutally forceful and compelling bruit v tell or spread rumors rumor,rumour brule n a member of a group of Siouan people who constituted a division of the Teton Sioux brumal adj characteristic of or relating to winter brumous adj filled or abounding with fog or mist foggy,hazy,misty brunch n combination breakfast and lunch; usually served in late morning brunch v eat a meal in the late morning brunei n a sultanate in northwestern Borneo; became independent of Great Britain in 1984 brunet n a person with dark (brown) hair brunette brunet adj marked by dark or relatively dark pigmentation of hair or skin or eyes brunette blond brunette n a person with dark (brown) hair brunet brunette adj marked by dark or relatively dark pigmentation of hair or skin or eyes brunet bruno n German pope from 1049 to 1054 whose papacy was the beginning of papal reforms in the 11th century (1002-1054) bruno n (Roman Catholic Church) a French cleric (born in Germany) who founded the Carthusian order in 1084 (1032-1101) bruno n Italian philosopher who used Copernican principles to develop a pantheistic monistic philosophy; condemned for heresy by the Inquisition and brunswick n a university town in southwestern Maine brunswick n a town in southeast Georgia near the Atlantic coast; a port of entry brunswick n a city in central Germany brunt n main force of a blow etc brush n a dense growth of bushes brushwood,copse,thicket brush n an implement that has hairs or bristles firmly set into a handle brush n momentary contact brush n conducts current between rotating and stationary parts of a generator or motor brush v rub with a brush, or as if with a brush brush v touch lightly and briefly brush v clean with a brush brush v sweep across or over sweep brushed adj touched lightly in passing; grazed against brushed adj (of hair or clothing) groomed with a brush brushed adj (of fabrics) having soft nap produced by brushing fleecy,napped brushing n the act of brushing your teeth brush brushing n the act of brushing your hair brush brushwood n the wood from bushes or small branches brushwood n a dense growth of bushes brush,copse,thicket brushwork n an artist's distinctive technique of applying paint with a brush brushy adj covered with or consisting of bushes or thickets brusque adj marked by rude or peremptory shortness curt,short brusquely adv in a blunt direct manner bluntly,roundly brussels n the capital and largest city of Belgium; seat of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization brut adj (of champagne) extremely dry brutal adj (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering barbarous,cruel,fell,roughshod,savage,vicious brutal adj punishingly harsh unrelenting brutal adj resembling a beast; showing lack of human sensibility beastly,bestial,brute,brutish brutal adj disagreeably direct and precise brutalise v treat brutally brutalize brutalise v make brutal, unfeeling, or inhuman brutalize brutalise v become brutal or insensitive and unfeeling brutalize brutality n the trait of extreme cruelty viciousness,savagery brutality n a brutal barbarous savage act barbarity,barbarism,savagery brutalization n the condition of being treated in a cruel and savage manner brutalization n the activity of treating someone savagely or viciously brutalization n an act that makes people cruel or lacking normal human qualities brutalize v treat brutally brutalise brutalize v make brutal, unfeeling, or inhuman brutalise brutalize v become brutal or insensitive and unfeeling brutalise brutally adv in a vicious manner viciously,savagely brute n a cruelly rapacious person beast,wolf,savage,wildcat brute n a living organism characterized by voluntary movement animal,beast,creature,fauna brute adj resembling a beast; showing lack of human sensibility beastly,bestial,brutish,brutal brutish adj resembling a beast; showing lack of human sensibility beastly,bestial,brute,brutal brutus n statesman of ancient Rome who (with Cassius) led a conspiracy to assassinate Julius Caesar (85-42 BC) bryan n United States lawyer and politician who advocated free silver and prosecuted John Scopes (1925) for teaching evolution in a Tennessee high s bryan n a town of east central Texas bryony n a vine of the genus Bryonia having large leaves and small flowers and yielding acrid juice with emetic and purgative properties briony bryum n type genus of the Bryaceae: mosses distinguished by mostly erect and tufted gametophytes and symmetrical short-necked capsules bs n a bachelor's degree in science bubble n a hollow globule of gas (e.g., air or carbon dioxide) bubble n a speculative scheme that depends on unstable factors that the planner cannot control bubble n an impracticable and illusory idea bubble n a dome-shaped covering made of transparent glass or plastic bubble v form, produce, or emit bubbles bubble v flow in an irregular current with a bubbling noise ripple,babble,guggle,burble,gurgle bubble v rise in bubbles or as if in bubbles bubble v cause to form bubbles bubbling adj emitting or filled with bubbles as from carbonation or fermentation bubbly,foaming,foamy,frothy bubbling adj marked by high spirits or excitement effervescent,frothy,scintillating,sparkly bubbly n a white sparkling wine either produced in Champagne or resembling that produced there champagne bubbly adj emitting or filled with bubbles as from carbonation or fermentation bubbling,foaming,foamy,frothy bubbly adj full of or showing high spirits buber n Israeli religious philosopher (born in Austria); as a Zionist he promoted understanding between Jews and Arabs; his writings affected Christ bubonic adj of or evidencing buboes buccal adj of or relating to or toward the cheek buccal adj of or involving the mouth or mouth region or the surface on which the mouth is located oral buccaneer n someone who robs at sea or plunders the land from the sea without having a commission from any sovereign nation pirate buccaneer v live like a buccaneer buchanan n 15th President of the United States (1791-1868) bucharest n national capital and largest city of Romania in southeastern Romania buchenwald n a Nazi concentration camp for Jews in World War II that was located in central Germany buck n a gymnastic horse without pommels and with one end elongated; used lengthwise for vaulting buck n a piece of paper money worth one dollar dollar,clam buck n United States author whose novels drew on her experiences as a missionary in China (1892-1973) buck n a framework for holding wood that is being sawed sawhorse,horse buck v to strive with determination buck v resist buck v move quickly and violently tear,shoot,charge buck v jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched jerk,hitch buckaroo n local names for a cowboy (`vaquero' is used especially in southwestern and central Texas and `buckaroo' is used especially in California) bucket n a roughly cylindrical vessel that is open at the top pail bucket n the quantity contained in a bucket bucket v put into a bucket bucket v carry in a bucket buckeye n the inedible nutlike seed of the horse chestnut conker buckeye n tree having palmate leaves and large clusters of white to red flowers followed by brown shiny inedible seeds buckeye n a native or resident of Ohio ohioan buckle n fastener that fastens together two ends of a belt or strap; often has loose prong buckle n a shape distorted by twisting or folding warp buckle v fasten with a buckle or buckles clasp buckle v fold or collapse crumple buckle v bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat heave,warp buckler n armor carried on the arm to intercept blows shield buckram n a coarse cotton fabric stiffened with glue; used in bookbinding and to stiffen clothing buckram v stiffen with or as with buckram buckram adj rigidly formal starchy,stiff buckshot n small lead shot for shotgun shells buckskin n horse of a light yellowish dun color with dark mane and tail buckskin n a soft yellowish suede leather originally from deerskin but now usually from sheepskin buckskins n (used in the plural) breeches made of buckskin buckthorn n a shrub or shrubby tree of the genus Rhamnus; fruits are source of yellow dyes or pigments buckthorn n any shrub or small tree of the genus Bumelia buckthorn n an Old World plantain with long narrow ribbed leaves widely established in temperate regions bucktooth n a large projecting front tooth buckwheat n a member of the genus Fagopyrum; annual Asian plant with clusters of small pinkish white flowers and small edible triangular seeds which are buckwheat n grain ground into flour buckyball n a spheroidal fullerene; the first known example of a fullerene bucolic n a country person peasant,provincial bucolic n a short poem descriptive of rural or pastoral life bucolic adj (used with regard to idealized country life) idyllically rustic arcadian,pastoral bucolic adj relating to shepherds or herdsmen or devoted to raising sheep or cattle pastoral bud n a partially opened flower bud n a swelling on a plant stem consisting of overlapping immature leaves or petals bud v develop buds bud v start to grow or develop budapest n capital and largest city of Hungary; located on the Danube River in north-central Hungary buddha n founder of Buddhism (c 563-483 BC) siddhartha buddha n one who has achieved a state of perfect enlightenment buddhism n a religion represented by the many groups (especially in Asia) that profess various forms of the Buddhist doctrine and that venerate Buddha buddhism n the teaching of Buddha that life is permeated with suffering caused by desire, that suffering ceases when desire ceases, and that enlightenm buddhist n one who follows the teachings of Buddha buddhist adj of or relating to or supporting Buddhism budding n reproduction of some unicellular organisms (such as yeasts) by growth and specialization followed by the separation by constriction of a par budding adj beginning to develop buddleia n tropical shrub having clusters of white or violet or yellow flowers buddy n a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities brother,chum,crony,pal,sidekick budge n United States tennis player who in 1938 was the first to win the Australian and French and English and United States singles championship in budge v move very slightly stir,shift,agitate budget n a sum of money allocated for a particular purpose budget n a summary of intended expenditures along with proposals for how to meet them budget v make a budget budgetary adj of or relating to a budget budgie n small Australian parakeet usually light green with black and yellow markings in the wild but bred in many colors buff n an ardent follower and admirer fan,devotee,lover buff n a soft thick undyed leather from the skins of e.g. buffalo or oxen buff n bare skin buff n a medium to dark tan color caramel buff v strike, beat repeatedly buffet buff v polish and make shiny burnish,furbish buff adj of the yellowish-beige color of buff leather buffalo n large shaggy-haired brown bison of North American plains buffalo n a city on Lake Erie in western New York (near Niagara Falls) buffalo n meat from an American bison buffalo n any of several Old World animals resembling oxen including, e.g., water buffalo; Cape buffalo buffalo v intimidate or overawe buffer n (chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH buffer n a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict buffer n an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track fender,pilot buffer n (computer science) a part of RAM used for temporary storage of data that is waiting to be sent to a device; used to compensate for differenc buffer v add a buffer (a solution) buffer v protect from impact cushion,soften buffet n a piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers counter buffet n a meal set out on a buffet at which guests help themselves buffet n usually inexpensive bar buffet v strike against forcefully batter buffet v strike, beat repeatedly buff buffeted adj pounded or hit repeatedly by storms or adversities buffeting n repeated heavy blows pounding buffoon n a rude or vulgar fool clown buffoon n a person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior clown,goof,goofball bug n general term for any insect or similar creeping or crawling invertebrate bug n a fault or defect in a computer program, system, or machine glitch bug n a small hidden microphone; for listening secretly bug n insects with sucking mouthparts and forewings thickened and leathery at the base; usually show incomplete metamorphosis bug v annoy persistently tease,badger,pester,beleaguer bug v tap a telephone or telegraph wire to get information wiretap,tap,intercept bugaboo n an imaginary monster used to frighten children bogeyman,bugbear,boogeyman,booger bugaboo n a source of concern bugbear n an imaginary monster used to frighten children bogeyman,bugaboo,boogeyman,booger bugbear n an object of dread or apprehension bugged adj having hidden electronic eavesdropping devices bugger n someone who engages in anal copulation (especially a male who engages in anal copulation with another male) sod bugger v practice anal sex upon sodomise buggery n intercourse via the anus, committed by a man with a man or woman sodomy buggy n a small lightweight carriage; drawn by a single horse roadster buggy adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,bats,batty,bonkers,cracked,crackers,daft buggy adj infested with bugs bugle n a brass instrument without valves; used for military calls and fanfares bugle n any of various low-growing annual or perennial evergreen herbs native to Eurasia; used for ground cover bugle n a tubular glass or plastic bead sewn onto clothing for decoration bugle v play on a bugle buhl n an inlaid furniture decoration; tortoiseshell and yellow and white metal form scrolls in cabinetwork boule build n constitution of the human body physique build n alternative names for the body of a human being soma,figure,physique,anatomy,shape,bod,chassis,frame build v make by combining materials and parts construct,make build v form or accumulate steadily progress build v build or establish something abstract establish build v improve the cleansing action of builder n a substance added to soaps or detergents to increase their cleansing action builder n a person who creates a business or who organizes and develops a country builder n someone who contracts for and supervises construction (as of a building) constructor building n a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place edifice building n the act of constructing something construction building n the commercial activity involved in repairing old structures or constructing new ones construction building n the occupants of a building buildup n the act of building up an accumulation buildup n the result of the process of accumulation buildup n highly favorable publicity and praise built adj (used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness reinforced bulb n a modified bud consisting of a thickened globular underground stem serving as a reproductive structure bulb n electric lamp consisting of a transparent or translucent glass housing containing a wire filament (usually tungsten) that emits light when h lightbulb bulb n a rounded part of a cylindrical instrument (usually at one end) bulb n anything with a round shape resembling a teardrop bulbous adj shaped like a bulb bulbous adj curving outward bellied,bulging bulgaria n a republic in the eastern part of the Balkan Peninsula in southeastern Europe bulgarian n a native or inhabitant of Bulgaria bulgarian n a Slavic language spoken in Bulgaria bulgarian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Bulgaria or its people bulge n something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings bump,hump,swelling,jut,prominence,protuberance,protrusion,extrusion bulge v swell or protrude outwards pouch,protrude bulge v bulge out; form a bulge outward, or be so full as to appear to bulge bag bulge v bulge outward start,protrude,pop bulge v cause to bulge or swell outwards bulk bulging adj curving or bulging outward convex bulging adj curving outward bellied,bulbous bulgur n parched crushed wheat bulimia n a disorder of eating seen among young women who go on eating binges and then feel guilt and depression and self-condemnation bulimia n pathologically insatiable hunger (especially when caused by brain lesions) bulimic n a person suffering from bulimia bulimic adj suffering from bulimia bulk n the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part majority bulk n the property of something that is great in magnitude mass,volume bulk n the property possessed by a large mass bulk v stick out or up bulk v cause to bulge or swell outwards bulge bulkhead n a partition that divides a ship or plane into compartments bulky adj of large size for its weight bull n uncastrated adult male of domestic cattle bull n a large and strong and heavyset man bruiser,samson bull n obscene words for unacceptable behavior bullshit,horseshit,shit,crap bull n a serious and ludicrous blunder bull v push or force bull v try to raise the price of stocks through speculative buying bull v speak insincerely or without regard for facts or truths bullshit,fake bull v advance in price bulla n (pathology) an elevation of the skin filled with serous fluid blister,bleb bulla n the round leaden seal affixed to a papal bull bulldog n a sturdy thickset short-haired breed with a large head and strong undershot lower jaw; developed originally in England for bull baiting bulldog v attack viciously and ferociously bulldog v throw a steer by seizing the horns and twisting the neck, as in a rodeo bulldoze v flatten with or as if with a bulldozer bulldozer n large powerful tractor; a large blade in front flattens areas of ground bullet n a projectile that is fired from a gun slug bullet n a high-speed passenger train bullet n (baseball) a pitch thrown with maximum velocity fastball,heater,smoke,hummer bulletin n a brief report (especially an official statement issued for immediate publication or broadcast) bulletin v make public by bulletin bulletproof v make bulletproof bulletproof adj without flaws or loopholes unassailable,unshakable,watertight bulletproof adj not penetrable by bullets bullfight n a Spanish or Portuguese or Latin American spectacle; a matador baits and (usually) kills a bull in an arena before many spectators bullfighter n someone who fights bulls bullfighting n the activity at a bullfight bullfinch n United States architect who designed the Capitol Building in Washington which served as a model for state capitols throughout the United Sta bullfinch n common European finch mostly black and white with red throat and breast bullfrog n largest North American frog; highly aquatic with a deep-pitched voice bullhead n freshwater sculpin with a large flattened bony-plated head with hornlike spines bullhead n any of several common freshwater catfishes of the United States bullhorn n a portable loudspeaker with built-in microphone and amplifier bullion n a mass of precious metal bullion n gold or silver in bars or ingots bullish adj expecting a rise in prices bullock n young bull bullock n castrated bull steer bullpen n a place on a baseball field where relief pitchers can warm up during a game bullpen n a large cell where prisoners (people awaiting trial or sentence or refugees or illegal immigrants) are confined together temporarily bullshit n obscene words for unacceptable behavior bull,horseshit,shit,crap bullshit v speak insincerely or without regard for facts or truths bull,fake bullshot n a cocktail made with vodka and beef bouillon or consomme bully n a cruel and brutal fellow tough,hooligan,ruffian,rowdy,yob bully n a hired thug bully v be bossy towards browbeat,hector bully v discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate browbeat,swagger bully adj very good corking,cracking,dandy,great,groovy,keen,neat,nifty bullying n the act of intimidating a weaker person to make them do something intimidation bullying adj noisily domineering; tending to browbeat others blustery bulrush n tall marsh plant with cylindrical seed heads that explode when mature shedding large quantities of down; its long flat leaves are used for m bulrush n tall rush with soft erect or arching stems found in Eurasia, Australia, New Zealand, and common in North America bulwark n an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes rampart,wall bulwark n a fencelike structure around a deck (usually plural) bulwark n a protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away breakwater,groin,groyne,mole,jetty bulwark v defend with a bulwark bum n a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible rotter,rat,skunk,stinker,puke,crumb,lowlife,git bum n a vagrant tramp,hobo bum n person who does no work idler,loafer,layabout bum n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,buns,can,fundament,hindquarters bum v ask for and get free; be a parasite mooch,cadge,grub,sponge bum v be lazy or idle loaf,loll bum adj of very poor quality; flimsy cheap,cheesy,crummy,punk,sleazy,tinny bumble v make a mess of, destroy or ruin botch,bodge,fumble,muff,blow,flub,spoil,bungle bumble v walk unsteadily stumble,falter bumble v speak haltingly stutter,stammer,falter bumblebee n robust hairy social bee of temperate regions bumbling adj lacking physical movement skills, especially with the hands bungling,butterfingered,handless bummer n an experience that is irritating or frustrating or disappointing bummer n a bad reaction to a hallucinogenic drug bump n a lump on the body caused by a blow bump n something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings bulge,hump,swelling,jut,prominence,protuberance,protrusion,extrusion bump n an impact (as from a collision) blow bump v knock against with force or violence knock bump v come upon, as if by accident; meet with find,happen,chance,encounter bump v dance erotically or dance with the pelvis thrust forward bump v assign to a lower position; reduce in rank demote,relegate,break bumper n a glass filled to the brim (especially as a toast) bumper n a mechanical device consisting of bars at either end of a vehicle to absorb shock and prevent serious damage bumpkin n a person who is not very intelligent or interested in culture yokel,rube,hick,yahoo,hayseed bumptious adj offensively self-assertive bumpy adj causing or characterized by jolts and irregular movements rough,rocky,jolting,jumpy bumpy adj covered with or full of bumps bun n small rounded bread either plain or sweet roll bunce n a sudden happening that brings good fortune (as a sudden opportunity to make money) boom,bonanza,gravy,godsend,windfall bunch n a grouping of a number of similar things clump,cluster,clustering bunch n an informal body of friends crowd,crew,gang bunch n any collection in its entirety lot,caboodle bunch v form into a bunch bunch v gather or cause to gather into a cluster bundle,cluster,clump bunchy adj occurring close together in bunches or clusters bundle n a collection of things wrapped or boxed together package,packet,parcel bundle n a package of several things tied together for carrying or storing sheaf bundle n a large sum of money (especially as pay or profit) pile bundle v make into a bundle bundle v gather or cause to gather into a cluster bunch,cluster,clump bundle v compress into a wad pack,wad,compact bundle v sleep fully clothed in the same bed with one's betrothed bundling n a onetime custom during courtship of unmarried couples occupying the same bed without undressing bundling n the act of binding something into a bundle bundling n the act of shoving hastily bung n a plug used to close a hole in a barrel or flask spile bung v give a tip or gratuity to in return for a service, beyond the compensation agreed on tip,fee bung v close with a cork or stopper bungalow n a small house with a single story cottage bungee n an elasticized rope bungle n an embarrassing mistake blunder,blooper,bloomer,pratfall,fuckup,flub,botch,boner bungle v make a mess of, destroy or ruin botch,bodge,bumble,fumble,muff,blow,flub,spoil bungle v spoil by behaving clumsily or foolishly bungled adj spoiled through incompetence or clumsiness botched bungler n someone who makes mistakes because of incompetence blunderer,butcher,fuckup bunglesome adj difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape awkward,clumsy,ungainly bungling adj showing lack of skill or aptitude clumsy,fumbling,incompetent bungling adj lacking physical movement skills, especially with the hands bumbling,butterfingered,handless bunion n a painful swelling of the bursa of the first joint of the big toe bunk n a long trough for feeding cattle bunk n a bed on a ship or train; usually in tiers berth bunk n a rough bed (as at a campsite) bunk n unacceptable behavior (especially ludicrously false statements) bunkum,guff,rot,hogwash bunk v avoid paying beat bunk v provide with a bunk bunk v flee; take to one's heels; cut and run scat,run,scarper,lam,escape bunker n a hazard on a golf course trap bunker n a large container for storing fuel bunker n a fortification of earth; mostly or entirely below ground dugout bunker v hit a golf ball into a bunker bunker v fill (a ship's bunker) with coal or oil bunker v transfer cargo from a ship to a warehouse bunkum n unacceptable behavior (especially ludicrously false statements) bunk,guff,rot,hogwash bunny n a young waitress in a nightclub whose costume includes the tail and ears of a rabbit bunny n (usually informal) especially a young rabbit buns n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,bum,can,fundament,hindquarters bunsen n German chemist who with Kirchhoff pioneered spectrum analysis but is remembered mainly for his invention of the Bunsen burner (1811-1899) bunsen n a gas burner used in laboratories; has an air valve to regulate the mixture of gas and air etna bunt n (baseball) the act of hitting a baseball lightly without swinging the bat bunt n disease of wheat characterized by replacement of the grains with greasy masses of smelly smut spores bunt n similar to Tilletia caries bunt n fungus that destroys kernels of wheat by replacing them with greasy masses of smelly spores bunt v hit a ball in such a way so as to make it go a short distance bunt v to strike, thrust or shove against butt bunter n a batter who bunts bunting n a loosely woven fabric used for flags, etc. bunting n any of numerous seed-eating songbirds of Europe or North America bunyan n English preacher and author of an allegorical novel, Pilgrim's Progress (1628-1688) bunyan n a legendary giant lumberjack of the north woods of the United States and Canada buoy n bright-colored; a float attached by rope to the seabed to mark channels in a harbor or underwater hazards buoy v float on the surface of water buoy v keep afloat buoy v mark with a buoy buoyancy n cheerfulness that bubbles to the surface buoyancy n the property of something weightless and insubstantial buoyancy n the tendency to float in water or other liquid buoyancy n irrepressible liveliness and good spirit buoyant adj tending to float on a liquid or rise in air or gas buoyant adj characterized by liveliness and lightheartedness chirpy,perky bur n seed vessel having hooks or prickles burr bur n small bit used in dentistry or surgery burr bur v remove the burrs from burr burbage n English actor who was the first to play the leading role in several of Shakespeare's tragedies (1567-1619) burbank n United States horticulturist who developed many new varieties of fruits and vegetables and flowers (1849-1926) burble v flow in an irregular current with a bubbling noise ripple,babble,guggle,bubble,gurgle burbling adj uttered with unrestrained enthusiasm effusive,gushing burbot n elongate freshwater cod of northern Europe and Asia and North America having barbels around its mouth eelpout,ling,cusk burden n an onerous or difficult concern load,onus burden n weight to be borne or conveyed load,loading burden n the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work effect,essence,core,gist burden n the central idea that is expanded in a document or discourse burden v weight down with a load burthen,weight unburden burden v impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to charge,saddle burdened adj bearing a heavy burden of work or difficulties or responsibilities unburdened burdened adj bearing a physically heavy weight or load burdensome adj not easily borne; wearing onerous,taxing burdock n any of several erect biennial herbs of temperate Eurasia having stout taproots and producing burs bureau n an administrative unit of government agency,office,authority bureau n furniture with drawers for keeping clothes chest,dresser bureaucracy n nonelective government officials bureaucracy n a government that is administered primarily by bureaus that are staffed with nonelective officials bureaucracy n any organization in which action is obstructed by insistence on unnecessary procedures and red tape bureaucrat n an official of a bureaucracy bureaucratic adj of or relating to or resembling a bureaucrat or bureaucracy burg n colloquial American term for a town burgeon v grow and flourish burger n United States jurist appointed chief justice of the United States Supreme Court by Richard Nixon (1907-1995) burger n a sandwich consisting of a fried cake of minced beef served on a bun, often with other ingredients hamburger burgess n English writer of satirical novels (1917-1993) burgess n a citizen of an English borough burgher burgh n a borough in Scotland burgher n a citizen of an English borough burgess burgher n a member of the middle class bourgeois burglar n a thief who enters a building with intent to steal burglarize v commit a burglary; enter and rob a dwelling burgle,heist burglarproof adj secure against burglary burglary n entering a building unlawfully with intent to commit a felony or to steal valuable property burgle v commit a burglary; enter and rob a dwelling burglarize,heist burgomaster n a mayor of a municipality in Germany or Holland or Flanders or Austria burgoyne n British general in the American Revolution who captured Fort Ticonderoga but lost the battle of Saratoga in 1777 (1722-1792) burgrave n a nobleman ruling a German castle and surrounding grounds by hereditary right burgrave n the military governor of a German town in the 12th and 13th centuries burgundy n a former province of eastern France that is famous for its wines burgundy n red table wine from the Burgundy region of France (or any similar wine made elsewhere) burgundy n a dark purplish-red to blackish-red color burial n the ritual placing of a corpse in a grave entombment burial n concealing something under the ground burying buried adj placed in a grave interred burk n United States frontierswoman and legendary figure of the Wild West noted for her marksmanship (1852-1903) burke burka n a loose garment (usually with veiled holes for the eyes) worn by Muslim women especially in India and Pakistan burqa burke n British statesman famous for his oratory; pleaded the cause of the American colonists in British Parliament and defended the parliamentary s burke n United States frontierswoman and legendary figure of the Wild West noted for her marksmanship (1852-1903) burk burke v murder without leaving a trace on the body burke v get rid of, silence, or suppress burl n the wood cut from a tree burl or outgrowth; often used decoratively in veneer burl n a large rounded outgrowth on the trunk or branch of a tree burl n soft lump or unevenness in a yarn; either an imperfection or created by design slub,knot burl v remove the burls from cloth burlap n coarse jute fabric gunny burlesque n a theatrical entertainment of broad and earthy humor; consists of comic skits and short turns (and sometimes striptease) burlesque n a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way parody,lampoon,spoof,mockery,takeoff,travesty burlesque v make a parody of spoof,parody burlesque adj relating to or characteristic of a burlesque burlington n the largest city in Vermont; located in northwestern Vermont on Lake Champlain; site of the University of Vermont burly adj muscular and heavily built beefy,husky,strapping burma n a mountainous republic in southeastern Asia on the Bay of Bengal myanmar burmese n a native or inhabitant of Myanmar burmese n the official language of Burma burmese adj of or relating to or characteristic of Myanmar or its people burn n pain that feels hot as if it were on fire burning burn n a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the rays of the sun tan,suntan,sunburn burn n an injury caused by exposure to heat or chemicals or radiation burn n a place or area that has been burned (especially on a person's body) burn v destroy by fire fire burn v shine intensely, as if with heat glow burn v undergo combustion combust burn v cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort bite,sting burnable adj capable of burning burned adj treated by heating to a high temperature but below the melting or fusing point burnt burned adj destroyed or badly damaged by fire burnt burned adj ruined by overcooking burnt burner n an apparatus for burning fuel (or refuse) burner n the heating elements of a stove or range on which pots and pans are placed for cooking burnett n United States writer (born in England) remembered for her novels for children (1849-1924) burnham n United States architect who designed the first important skyscraper with a skeleton (1846-1912) burning n the act of burning something combustion burning n pain that feels hot as if it were on fire burn burning n a process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give heat and light combustion burning n execution by electricity electrocution burning adj of immediate import burnish n the property of being smooth and shiny polish,gloss burnish v polish and make shiny buff,furbish burnished adj made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow bright,lustrous,shining,shiny burnoose n a long hooded cloak woven of wool in one piece; worn by Arabs and Moors burns n United States comedian and film actor (1896-1996) burns n celebrated Scottish poet (1759-1796) burnside n United States general in the American Civil War who was defeated by Robert E. Lee at the Battle of Fredericksburg (1824-1881) burnside n facial hair that has grown down the side of a man's face in front of the ears (especially when the rest of the beard is shaved off) burnt adj ruined by overcooking burned burnt adj treated by heating to a high temperature but below the melting or fusing point burned burnt adj destroyed or badly damaged by fire burned burp n a reflex that expels gas noisily from the stomach through the mouth belch,belching,burping burp v expel gas from the stomach bubble,belch burping n a reflex that expels gas noisily from the stomach through the mouth belch,belching,burp burqa n a loose garment (usually with veiled holes for the eyes) worn by Muslim women especially in India and Pakistan burka burr n seed vessel having hooks or prickles bur burr n rough projection left on a workpiece after drilling or cutting burr n United States politician who served as vice president under Jefferson; he mortally wounded his political rival Alexander Hamilton in a duel burr n rotary file for smoothing rough edges left on a workpiece burr v remove the burrs from bur burred adj having or covered with protective barbs or quills or spines or thorns or setae etc. barbed,bristled,burry,prickly,spiny,thorny burrito n a flour tortilla folded around a filling burro n small donkey used as a pack animal burroughs n United States writer noted for his works portraying the life of drug addicts (1914-1997) burroughs n United States inventor who patented the first practical adding machine (1855-1898) burroughs n United States novelist and author of the Tarzan stories (1875-1950) burrow n a hole made by an animal, usually for shelter tunnel burrow v move through by or as by digging tunnel burry adj having or covered with protective barbs or quills or spines or thorns or setae etc. barbed,bristled,burred,prickly,spiny,thorny bursa n a city in northwestern Turkey bursa n a small fluid-filled sac located between movable parts of the body especially at joints bursal adj relating to or affecting a bursa bursar n the treasurer at a college or university burst n the act of exploding or bursting explosion burst n rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms fusillade,salvo,volley burst n a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason) fit burst n a sudden intense happening outburst burst v come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure split burst v force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up break,erupt burst v burst outward, usually with noise explode burst v move suddenly, energetically, or violently burt n English psychologist whose studies of twins were later said to have used fabricated data (1883-1971) burthen n a variant of `burden' burthen v weight down with a load burden,weight burton n English explorer who with John Speke was the first European to explore Lake Tanganyika (1821-1890) burton n Welsh film actor who often co-starred with Elizabeth Taylor (1925-1984) burton n a strong dark English ale bury v cover from sight bury v place in a grave or tomb entomb,inter bury v place in the earth and cover with soil bury v enclose or envelop completely, as if by swallowing immerse,swallow burying n concealing something under the ground burial bus n a vehicle carrying many passengers; used for public transport autobus,coach,jitney,omnibus bus n the topology of a network whose components are connected by a busbar bus n an electrical conductor that makes a common connection between several circuits bus n a car that is old and unreliable jalopy,heap bus v send or move around by bus bus v ride in a bus bus v remove used dishes from the table in restaurants busboy n a restaurant attendant who sets tables and assists waiters and clears away dirty dishes busby n tall hat; worn by some British soldiers on ceremonial occasions bearskin bush n a low woody perennial plant usually having several major stems shrub bush n a large wilderness area bush n dense vegetation consisting of stunted trees or bushes scrub,chaparral bush n 43rd President of the United States; son of George Herbert Walker Bush (born in 1946) dubya bush v provide with a bushing bush adj not of the highest quality or sophistication bushbaby n agile long-tailed nocturnal African lemur with dense woolly fur and large eyes and ears bushed adj very tired beat,dead bushel n a United States dry measure equal to 4 pecks or 2152.42 cubic inches bushel n a British imperial capacity measure (liquid or dry) equal to 4 pecks bushel v restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken repair,mend,fix,doctor,restore bushido n traditional code of the Japanese samurai which stressed courage and loyalty and self-discipline and simple living bushing n an insulating liner in an opening through which conductors pass bushing n a cylindrical metal lining used to reduce friction bushman n nomadic hunters and gatherers who live in southern Africa bushman n a dweller in the Australian bush country bushwhack v wait in hiding to attack ambush,scupper,waylay,lurk bushwhack v live in the bush as a fugitive or as a guerilla bushwhack v cut one's way through the woods or bush bushwhacking adj lying in ambush bushy adj used of hair; thick and poorly groomed shaggy bushy adj resembling a bush in being thickly branched and spreading busily adv in a busy manner business n a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it concern business n the activity of providing goods and services involving financial and commercial and industrial aspects business n the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money occupation,job,line business n a rightful concern or responsibility businesslike adj exhibiting methodical and systematic characteristics that would be useful in business businesslike adj not distracted by anything unrelated to the goal earnest businessman n a person engaged in commercial or industrial business (especially an owner or executive) businessmen n the body of individuals who manage businesses businesswoman n a female businessperson busk v play music in a public place and solicit money for it busker n a person who entertains people for money in public places (as by singing or dancing), usually while asking for money buskin n a boot reaching halfway up to the knee busload n the quantity of cargo or the number of passengers that a bus can carry busman n someone who drives a bus buss n the act of caressing with the lips (or an instance thereof) kiss buss v touch with the lips or press the lips (against someone's mouth or other body part) as an expression of love, greeting, etc. snog,kiss,osculate bust n a complete failure flop,fizzle bust n the chest of a woman bust n a sculpture of the head and shoulders of a person bust n an occasion for excessive eating or drinking tear,binge,bout bust v ruin completely break bust v search without warning, make a sudden surprise attack on raid bust v separate or cause to separate abruptly tear,rupture,snap bust v go to pieces break,wear bust adj lacking funds broke,skint bustard n large heavy-bodied chiefly terrestrial game bird capable of powerful swift flight; classified with wading birds but frequents grassy steppes busted adj out of working order (`busted' is an informal substitute for `broken') broken buster n an informal form of address for a man fellow,dude buster n a robust child buster n a person who breaks horses buster n a person (or thing) that breaks up or overpowers something bustle n a rapid active commotion hustle,flurry,ado,fuss,stir bustle n a framework worn at the back below the waist for giving fullness to a woman's skirt bustle v move or cause to move energetically or busily hustle bustling adj full of energetic and noisy activity busty adj (of a woman's body) having a large bosom and pleasing curves buxom,curvy,stacked,voluptuous busy v keep busy with occupy busy adj actively or fully engaged or occupied idle busy adj overcrowded or cluttered with detail fussy busy adj intrusive in a meddling or offensive manner interfering,meddlesome,meddling busy adj crowded with or characterized by much activity busyness n the state of being or appearing to be actively engaged in an activity hum but adv and nothing more merely,simply,just,only butane n occurs in natural gas; used in the manufacture of rubber and fuels butch n (slang) offensive term for a lesbian who is noticeably masculine dike butch n a closely cropped haircut; usually for men or boys butch adj used of men; markedly masculine in appearance or manner macho butch adj (of male or female homosexuals) characterized by stereotypically male traits or appearance butcher n a retailer of meat butcher n a brutal indiscriminate murderer butcher n a person who slaughters or dresses meat for market slaughterer butcher n someone who makes mistakes because of incompetence bungler,blunderer,fuckup butcher v kill (animals) usually for food consumption slaughter butchering n the business of a butcher butchery butchery n a building where animals are butchered abattoir,shambles,slaughterhouse butchery n the business of a butcher butchering butchery n the savage and excessive killing of many people slaughter,massacre,carnage butler n a manservant (usually the head servant of a household) who has charge of wines and the table butler n English novelist who described a fictitious land he called Erewhon (1835-1902) butler n English poet (1612-1680) butt n thick end of the handle butt n the part of a plant from which the roots spring or the part of a stalk or trunk nearest the roots butt n a victim of ridicule or pranks goat,laughingstock,stooge butt n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,backside,bum,buns,can,fundament,hindquarters butt v lie adjacent to another or share a boundary border,adjoin,edge,abut,march butt v to strike, thrust or shove against bunt butt v place end to end without overlapping butte n a hill that rises abruptly from the surrounding region; has a flat top and sloping sides butte n a town in southwestern Montana; center for mining copper butter n an edible emulsion of fat globules made by churning milk or cream; for cooking and table use butter n a fighter who strikes the opponent with his head butter v spread butter on butterball n a rotund individual fatty butterball n small North American diving duck; males have bushy head plumage dipper buttercup n any of various plants of the genus Ranunculus kingcup butterfat n the fatty substance of milk from which butter is made butterfield n English architect who designed many churches (1814-1900) butterfingered adj lacking physical movement skills, especially with the hands bumbling,bungling,handless butterfingers n someone who drops things (especially one who cannot catch a ball) butterfish n any of numerous small flat Atlantic food fish having smooth skin butterfish n small marine fish with a short compressed body and feeble spines butterfish n slippery scaleless food fish of the northern Atlantic coastal waters butterfly n diurnal insect typically having a slender body with knobbed antennae and broad colorful wings butterfly n a swimming stroke in which the arms are thrown forward together out of the water while the feet kick up and down butterfly v flutter like a butterfly butterfly v cut and spread open, as in preparation for cooking butterfly v talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions flirt,dally,romance,philander,mash buttermilk n residue from making butter from sour raw milk; or pasteurized milk curdled by adding a culture butterscotch n a hard brittle candy made with butter and brown sugar buttery n a small storeroom for storing foods or wines pantry,larder buttery n a teashop where students in British universities can purchase light meals buttery adj unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech fulsome,oily,oleaginous,smarmy,soapy,unctuous buttery adj resembling or containing or spread with butter buttock n either of the two large fleshy masses of muscular tissue that form the human rump cheek buttocks n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on arse,butt,backside,bum,buns,can,fundament,hindquarters button n a round fastener sewn to shirts and coats etc to fit through buttonholes button n an electrical switch operated by pressing push button n any of various plant parts that resemble buttons button n a round flat badge displaying information and suitable for pinning onto a garment button v provide with buttons button v fasten with buttons unbutton buttoned adj furnished or closed with buttons or something buttonlike fastened unbuttoned buttonhole n a hole through which buttons are pushed buttonhole v detain in conversation by or as if by holding on to the outer garments of; as for political or economic favors lobby buttress n a support usually of stone or brick; supports the wall of a building buttressing buttress v reinforce with a buttress buttress v make stronger or defensible buttressed adj held up by braces or buttresses braced buttressing n a support usually of stone or brick; supports the wall of a building buttress butyl n a hydrocarbon radical (C4H9) buxom adj (of a woman's body) having a large bosom and pleasing curves busty,curvy,stacked,voluptuous buxom adj (of a female body) healthily plump and vigorous buxomness n the bodily property of being attractively plump and vigorous and (of women) full-bosomed buy n an advantageous purchase bargain,steal buy v obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction purchase sell buy v make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence bribe,corrupt buy v be worth or be capable of buying buy v acquire by trade or sacrifice or exchange buyer n a person who buys purchaser,emptor,vendee buying n the act of buying purchasing buyout n acquisition of a company by purchasing a controlling percentage of its stock buzz n sound of rapid vibration buzz n a confusion of activity and gossip buzz v make a buzzing sound buzz v fly low buzz v be noisy with activity hum,seethe buzz v call with a buzzer buzzard n a New World vulture that is common in South America and Central America and the southern United States buzzard n the common European short-winged hawk buzzer n a push button at an outer door that gives a ringing or buzzing signal when pushed doorbell,bell buzzer n a signaling device that makes a buzzing sound buzzing adj noisy like the sound of a bee abuzz by adv so as to pass a given point past by adv in reserve; not for immediate use aside,away bye n an automatic advance to the next round in a tournament without playing an opponent pass bye n a farewell remark adieu,adios,cheerio,goodbye,sayonara bygone n past events to be put aside bygone adj well in the past; former departed,foregone,gone bylaw n a rule adopted by an organization in order to regulate its own affairs and the behavior of its members bypass n a highway that encircles an urban area so that traffic does not have to pass through the center beltway bypass n a surgically created shunt (usually around a damaged part) bypass n a conductor having low resistance in parallel with another device to divert a fraction of the current shunt bypass v avoid something unpleasant or laborious byproduct n a secondary and sometimes unexpected consequence byproduct n a product made during the manufacture of something else byrd n English organist and composer of church music; master of 16th century polyphony; was granted a monopoly in music printing with Thomas Tallis byrd n explorer and United States naval officer; led expeditions to explore Antarctica (1888-1957) byre n a barn for cows byron n English romantic poet notorious for his rebellious and unconventional lifestyle (1788-1824) byssus n tuft of strong filaments by which e.g. a mussel makes itself fast to a fixed surface beard bystander n a nonparticipant spectator byway n a side road little traveled (as in the countryside) byword n a condensed but memorable saying embodying some important fact of experience that is taken as true by many people proverb,adage,saw byzantine n a native or inhabitant of Byzantium or of the Byzantine Empire byzantine adj of or relating to the Eastern Orthodox Church or the rites performed in it byzantine adj of or relating to or characteristic of the Byzantine Empire or the ancient city of Byzantium byzantine adj highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious convoluted,involved,knotty,tangled,tortuous byzantium n an ancient city on the Bosporus founded by the Greeks; site of modern Istanbul; in 330 Constantine I rebuilt the city and called it Constant byzantium n a continuation of the Roman Empire in the Middle East after its division in 395 c n a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature c n the speed at which light travels in a vacuum; the constancy and universality of the speed of light is recognized by defining it to be exactl c n a vitamin found in fresh fruits (especially citrus fruits) and vegetables; prevents scurvy c n one of the four nucleotides used in building DNA; all four nucleotides have a common phosphate group and a sugar (ribose) c adj being ten more than ninety hundred ca n a white metallic element that burns with a brilliant light; the fifth most abundant element in the earth's crust; an important component of calcium ca n a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes california cab n a compartment at the front of a motor vehicle or locomotive where driver sits cab n small two-wheeled horse-drawn carriage; with two seats and a folding hood cabriolet cab n a car driven by a person whose job is to take passengers where they want to go in exchange for money hack,taxi,taxicab cab v ride in a taxicab taxi cabal n a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue faction cabal n a plot to carry out some harmful or illegal act (especially a political plot) conspiracy cabal v engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together conspire,complot,conjure,machinate cabana n a small tent used as a dressing room beside the sea or a swimming pool cabaret n a spot that is open late at night and that provides entertainment (as singers or dancers) as well as dancing and food and drink nightclub,club cabaret n a series of acts at a night club cabasset n a metal helmet worn by common soldiers in the 16th century cabbage n any of various types of cabbage chou cabbage n informal terms for money boodle,bread,clams,dinero,dough,kale,lettuce,lolly cabbage n any of various cultivars of the genus Brassica oleracea grown for their edible leaves or flowers cabbage v make off with belongings of others pilfer,purloin,pinch,abstract,snarf,swipe,hook,sneak cabby n someone who drives a taxi for a living cabdriver cabdriver n someone who drives a taxi for a living cabby caber n a heavy wooden pole (such as the trunk of a young fir) that is tossed as a test of strength (in the Highlands of northern Scotland) cabernet n superior Bordeaux type of red wine cabin n small room on a ship or boat where people sleep cabin n a small house built of wood; usually in a wooded area cabin n the enclosed compartment of an aircraft or spacecraft where passengers are carried cabin v confine to a small space, such as a cabin cabinet n a piece of furniture resembling a cupboard with doors and shelves and drawers; for storage or display cabinet n persons appointed by a head of state to head executive departments of government and act as official advisers cabinet n a storage compartment for clothes and valuables; usually it has a lock locker cabinet n housing for electronic instruments, as radio or television console cabinetry n the craft of making furniture (especially furniture of high quality) cable n a telegram sent abroad cablegram cable n a conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power line cable n a very strong thick rope made of twisted hemp or steel wire cable n a nautical unit of depth cable v send cables, wires, or telegrams telegraph,wire cable v fasten with a cable cablegram n a telegram sent abroad cable cabochon n a highly polished gem that is cut convexly but without facets caboodle n any collection in its entirety bunch,lot caboose n the area for food preparation on a ship galley,cookhouse caboose n a car on a freight train for use of the train crew; usually the last car on the train cabot n son of John Cabot who was born in Italy and who led an English expedition in search of the Northwest Passage and a Spanish expedition that e cabot n Italian explorer who led the English expedition in 1497 that discovered the mainland of North America and explored the coast from Nova Scoti cabotage n the exclusive right of a country to control the air traffic within its borders cabotage n navigation in coastal waters cabriolet n small two-wheeled horse-drawn carriage; with two seats and a folding hood cab cacao n tropical American tree producing cacao beans cache n a hidden storage space (for money or provisions or weapons) cache n a secret store of valuables or money hoard,stash cache n (computer science) RAM memory that is set aside as a specialized buffer storage that is continually updated; used to optimize data transfers cache v save up as for future use hoard,stash cachet n an indication of approved or superior status seal cachet n a warrant formerly issued by a French king who could warrant imprisonment or death in a signed letter under his seal cachet n a seal on a letter cacique n black-and-red or black-and-yellow orioles of the American tropics cackle n the sound made by a hen after laying an egg cackle n noisy talk yak,chatter cackle n a loud laugh suggestive of a hen's cackle cackle v talk or utter in a cackling manner cackle v squawk shrilly and loudly, characteristic of hens cackle v emit a loud, unpleasant kind of laughing cacophonous adj having an unpleasant sound cacophony n a loud harsh or strident noise blare,blaring,clamor,din cacophony n loud confusing disagreeable sounds cactus n any succulent plant of the family Cactaceae native chiefly to arid regions of the New World and usually having spines cacuminal adj pronounced with the tip of the tongue turned back toward the hard palate retroflex cad n someone who is morally reprehensible bounder,blackguard,dog,hound,heel cad n software used in art and architecture and engineering and manufacturing to assist in precision drawing cadastre n a public register showing the details of ownership and value of land; made for the purpose of taxation cadaver n the dead body of a human being corpse,stiff,clay,remains caddie n an attendant who carries the golf clubs for a player caddie v act as a caddie and carry clubs for a player caddy caddish adj offensively discourteous caddy n a can for storing tea caddy v act as a caddie and carry clubs for a player caddie cadence n (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse meter,metre,measure,beat cadence n the close of a musical section cadence n a recurrent rhythmical series cadenza n a brilliant solo passage occurring near the end of a piece of music cadet n a military trainee (as at a military academy) plebe cadge v ask for and get free; be a parasite mooch,bum,grub,sponge cadge v obtain or seek to obtain by cadging or wheedling scrounge cadger n someone who mooches or cadges (tries to get something free) mooch cadiz n an ancient port city in southwestern Spain cadmium n a soft bluish-white ductile malleable toxic bivalent metallic element; occurs in association with zinc ores cd cadmus n (Greek mythology) the brother of Europa and traditional founder of Thebes in Boeotia cadre n a small unit serving as part of or as the nucleus of a larger political movement cell cadre n a nucleus of military personnel capable of expansion caducous adj shed at an early stage of development shed persistent caecal adj of or like a cecum caecum n the cavity in which the large intestine begins and into which the ileum opens caelum n a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Columba and Eridanus caesar n conqueror of Gaul and master of Italy (100-44 BC) caesar n United States comedian who pioneered comedy television shows (born 1922) caesarean n the delivery of a fetus by surgical incision through the abdominal wall and uterus (from the belief that Julius Caesar was born that way) caesarian caesarean adj relating to abdominal delivery caesarian caesarean adj of or relating to or in the manner of Julius Caesar caesarian caesarian n the delivery of a fetus by surgical incision through the abdominal wall and uterus (from the belief that Julius Caesar was born that way) caesarean caesarian adj relating to abdominal delivery caesarean caesarian adj of or relating to or in the manner of Julius Caesar caesarean caesura n a pause or interruption (as in a conversation) caesura n a break or pause (usually for sense) in the middle of a verse line cafe n a small restaurant where drinks and snacks are sold coffeehouse cafeteria n a restaurant where you serve yourself and pay a cashier caff n informal British term for a cafe caffeine n a bitter alkaloid found in coffee and tea that is responsible for their stimulating effects caftan n a woman's dress style that imitates the caftan cloaks worn by men in the Near East kaftan caftan n a (cotton or silk) cloak with full sleeves and sash reaching down to the ankles; worn by men in the Levant kaftan cage n an enclosure made or wire or metal bars in which birds or animals can be kept coop cage n something that restricts freedom as a cage restricts movement cage n United States composer of avant-garde music (1912-1992) cage n the net that is the goal in ice hockey cage v confine in a cage cagey adj showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others canny,clever cagey adj characterized by great caution and wariness chary cagney n United States film actor known for his portrayals of tough characters (1899-1986) cahoot n collusion caiman n a semiaquatic reptile of Central and South America that resembles an alligator but has a more heavily armored belly cayman cain n (Old Testament) Cain and Abel were the first children of Adam and Eve born after the Fall of Man; Cain killed Abel out of jealousy and was e cairn n a mound of stones piled up as a memorial or to mark a boundary or path cairn n small rough-haired breed of terrier from Scotland cairo n a town at the southern tip of Illinois at the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers cairo n the capital of Egypt and the largest city in Africa; a major port just to the south of the Nile delta; formerly the home of the Pharaohs caisson n an ornamental sunken panel in a ceiling or dome coffer,lacunar caisson n a two-wheeled military vehicle carrying artillery ammunition caisson n a chest to hold ammunition caisson n large watertight chamber used for construction under water caitiff n a cowardly and despicable person caitiff adj despicably mean and cowardly cajole v influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering blarney,coax cajun n a Louisianian descended from Acadian immigrants from Nova Scotia (`Cajun' comes from `Acadian') cake n a block of solid substance (such as soap or wax) bar cake n small flat mass of chopped food patty cake n baked goods made from or based on a mixture of flour, sugar, eggs, and fat cake v form a coat over coat cakehole n informal terms for the mouth trap,hole,maw,yap,gob cakewalk n a strutting dance based on a march; was performed in minstrel shows; originated as a competition among Black dancers to win a cake cakewalk n an easy accomplishment cakewalk v perform the cakewalk dance calabria n a region of southern Italy (forming the toe of the Italian `boot') calais n a town in northern France on the Strait of Dover that serves as a ferry port to England; in 1347 it was captured by the English king Edward calamari n (Italian cuisine) squid prepared as food squid calamine n a white mineral; a common ore of zinc hemimorphite calamitous adj (of events) having extremely unfortunate or dire consequences; bringing ruin black,disastrous,fatal,fateful calamity n an event resulting in great loss and misfortune catastrophe,disaster,tragedy,cataclysm calced adj used of certain religious orders who wear shoes shod calcify v become impregnated with calcium salts calcify v become inflexible and unchanging calcify v turn into lime; become calcified calcify v convert into lime calcite n a common mineral consisting of crystallized calcium carbonate; a major constituent of limestone calcium n a white metallic element that burns with a brilliant light; the fifth most abundant element in the earth's crust; an important component of ca calculable adj able to be calculated or estimated incalculable calculate v make a mathematical calculation or computation cipher,cypher,compute,reckon,figure calculate v judge to be probable estimate,reckon,figure,forecast calculate v keep an account of account calculate v predict in advance forecast calculated adj carefully thought out in advance deliberate,measured calculating adj acting with a specific goal conniving,scheming,shrewd calculation n the procedure of calculating; determining something by mathematical or logical methods computation,computing calculation n problem solving that involves numbers or quantities computation,figuring,reckoning calculation n planning something carefully and intentionally deliberation calculator n an expert at calculation (or at operating calculating machines) reckoner,estimator,computer calculator n a small machine that is used for mathematical calculations; can be mechanical or electronic calculus n a hard lump produced by the concretion of mineral salts; found in hollow organs or ducts of the body calculus n an incrustation that forms on the teeth and gums tartar calculus n the branch of mathematics that is concerned with limits and with the differentiation and integration of functions calcutta n the largest city in India and one of the largest cities in the world; located in eastern India; suffers from poverty and overcrowding kolkata calder n United States sculptor who first created mobiles and stabiles (1898-1976) calderon n Spanish poet and dramatist considered one of the great Spanish writers (1600-1681) caldwell n United States author remembered for novels about poverty and degeneration (1903-1987) caledonia n the geographical area (in Roman times) to the north of the Antonine Wall; now a poetic name for Scotland calefaction n the property of being warming calendar n a system of timekeeping that defines the beginning and length and divisions of the year calendar n a list or register of events (appointments or social events or court cases etc) calendar n a tabular array of the days (usually for one year) calendar v enter into a calendar calender n a machine that smooths or glazes paper or cloth by pressing it between plates or passing it through rollers calender v press between rollers or plates so as to smooth, glaze, or thin into sheets calendula n any of numerous chiefly annual herbs of the genus Calendula widely cultivated for their yellow or orange flowers; often used for medicinal a calf n young of domestic cattle calf n the muscular back part of the shank sura calf n fine leather from the skin of a calf calfskin calf n young of various large placental mammals e.g. whale or giraffe or elephant or buffalo calfskin n fine leather from the skin of a calf calf calgary n the largest city in southern Alberta; an oil and gas center and a technology center for Alberta and most of western Canada cali n city in southwestern Colombia in a rich agricultural area caliber n a degree or grade of excellence or worth quality,calibre caliber n diameter of a tube or gun barrel bore,gauge,calibre calibrate v make fine adjustments or divide into marked intervals for optimal measuring graduate calibrate v mark (the scale of a measuring instrument) so that it can be read in the desired units calibrate v measure the caliber of calibrated adj marked with or divided into degrees graduated calibration n the act of checking or adjusting (by comparison with a standard) the accuracy of a measuring instrument standardization calibre n a degree or grade of excellence or worth quality,caliber calibre n diameter of a tube or gun barrel bore,gauge,caliber caliche n crust or layer of hard subsoil encrusted with calcium-carbonate occurring in arid or semiarid regions caliche n nitrate-bearing rock or gravel of the sodium nitrate deposits of Chile and Peru calico n coarse cloth with a bright print calico adj made of calico or resembling calico in being patterned calico adj having sections or patches colored differently and usually brightly motley,multicolor,multicolored,painted,piebald,pied california n a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes ca californian n a native or resident of California californian adj of or relating to or characteristic of California or its inhabitants caliginous adj dark and misty and gloomy caligula n Roman Emperor who succeeded Tiberius and whose uncontrolled passions resulted in manifest insanity; noted for his cruelty and tyranny; was a caliper n an instrument for measuring the distance between two points (often used in the plural) calliper caliper v measure the diameter of something with calipers calliper caliph n the civil and religious leader of a Muslim state considered to be a representative of Allah on earth caliphate n the era of Islam's ascendancy from the death of Mohammed until the 13th century; some Moslems still maintain that the Moslem world must alwa caliphate n the territorial jurisdiction of a caliph caliphate n the office of a caliph calisthenic adj of or relating to calisthenics calisthenics n the practice of calisthenic exercises calisthenics n light exercises designed to promote general fitness calk n a metal cleat on the bottom front of a horseshoe to prevent slipping calkin calk v provide with calks calk v seal with caulking calk v injure with a calk calkin n a metal cleat on the bottom front of a horseshoe to prevent slipping calk call n a telephone connection call n a special disposition (as if from a divine source) to pursue a particular course call n a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition cry,outcry,yell,shout call n a demand especially in the phrase "the call of duty" claim call v assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to name call v ascribe a quality to or give a name of a common noun that reflects a quality call v get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone telephone,phone,ring call v utter a sudden loud cry shout,cry,yell,scream,holler,hollo,squall calla n South African plant widely cultivated for its showy pure white spathe and yellow spadix calla n water arum callable adj subject to a demand for payment before due date callas n Greek coloratura soprano (born in the United States) known for her dramatic intensity in operatic roles (1923-1977) callback n a request by the manufacturer of a defective product to return the product (as for replacement or repair) recall caller n a social or business visitor company caller n an investor who buys a call option caller n the bettor in a card game who matches the bet and calls for a show of hands caller n a person who announces the changes of steps during a dance caller adj providing coolness caller adj fresh calligrapher n someone skilled in penmanship calligraphic adj of or relating to or expressed in calligraphy calligraphy n beautiful handwriting calling n the particular occupation for which you are trained career,vocation calliope n (Greek mythology) the Muse of epic poetry calliope n a musical instrument consisting of a series of steam whistles played from a keyboard calliper n an instrument for measuring the distance between two points (often used in the plural) caliper calliper v measure the diameter of something with calipers caliper callisto n the second largest of Jupiter's satellites callous v make insensitive or callous; deaden feelings or morals cauterize callous adj emotionally hardened callous adj having calluses; having skin made tough and thick through wear calloused,thickened calloused adj having calluses; having skin made tough and thick through wear callous,thickened callously adv in a callous way callousness n devoid of passion or feeling; hardheartedness hardness callow adj young and inexperienced fledgling callus n an area of skin that is thick or hard from continual pressure or friction (as the sole of the foot) callus n bony tissue formed during the healing of a fractured bone callus n (botany) an isolated thickening of tissue, especially a stiff protuberance on the lip of an orchid callus v cause a callus to form on callus v form a callus or calluses calm n steadiness of mind under stress composure,calmness,equanimity calm n wind moving at less than 1 knot; 0 on the Beaufort scale calm v make calm or still quiet,tranquilize,quieten,lull,still agitate calm v make steady steady,becalm calm v become quiet or calm, especially after a state of agitation calm v cause to be calm or quiet as by administering a sedative to sedate,tranquilize calm adj not agitated; without losing self-possession serene,tranquil calm adj (of weather) free from storm or wind stormy calming n the act of appeasing (as by acceding to the demands of) appeasement calmly adv with self-possession (especially in times of stress) calmly adv in a sedate manner sedately calmness n steadiness of mind under stress composure,calm,equanimity calmness n an absence of strong winds or rain calmness n a feeling of calm; an absence of agitation or excitement agitation caloric adj relating to or associated with heat thermal caloric adj of or relating to calories in food calorie n a unit of heat equal to the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree at one atmosphere pressu calorie n unit of heat defined as the quantity of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water by 1 degree centigrade at atmospheric pres calque n an expression introduced into one language by translating it from another language caltha n a genus of Caltha caltrop n tropical annual procumbent poisonous subshrub having fruit that splits into five spiny nutlets; serious pasture weed caltrop n a plant of the genus Trapa bearing spiny four-pronged edible nutlike fruits caltrop n Mediterranean annual or biennial herb having pinkish to purple flowers surrounded by spine-tipped scales; naturalized in America calumet n a highly decorated ceremonial pipe of Amerindians; smoked on ceremonial occasions (especially as a token of peace) calumny n a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions defamation,obloquy calumny n an abusive attack on a person's character or good name aspersion,slander,defamation calvary n a hill near Jerusalem where Jesus was crucified calvary n any experience that causes intense suffering martyrdom calve v release ice calve v give birth to (a calf) calvin n United States chemist noted for discovering the series of chemical reactions in photosynthesis (1911-) calvin n Swiss theologian (born in France) whose tenets (predestination and the irresistibility of grace and justification by faith) defined Presbyte calving n giving birth to a calf calvinist n an adherent of the theological doctrines of John Calvin calvinist adj of or relating to or characteristic of Calvinism or its adherents calx n a white crystalline oxide used in the production of calcium hydroxide quicklime,lime calyculus n a group of bracts simulating a calyx as in a carnation or hibiscus calyculus n a small cup-shaped structure (as a taste bud or optic cup or cavity of a coral containing a polyp) calypso n rare north temperate bog orchid bearing a solitary white to pink flower marked with purple at the tip of an erect reddish stalk above 1 basa calypso n (Greek mythology) the sea nymph who detained Odysseus for seven years calyptrate adj having calypters calyptrate adj having a calyptra calyx n (botany) the whorl of sepals of a flower collectively forming the outer floral envelope or layer of the perianth enclosing and supporting th cam n a river in east central England that flows past Cambridge to join the Ouse River cam n a rotating disk shaped to convert circular into linear motion camail n a medieval hood of mail suspended from a basinet to protect the head and neck camaraderie n the quality of affording easy familiarity and sociability camas n any of several plants of the genus Camassia; North and South America quamash camber n a slight convexity (as of the surface of a road) camber n a slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force bank,cant camber n the alignment of the wheels of a motor vehicle closer together at the bottom than at the top camber v curve upward in the middle cambodia n a nation in southeastern Asia; was part of Indochina under French rule until 1946 cambodian n a native or inhabitant of Cambodia cambodian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Cambodia or its people or language cambrian n from 544 million to about 500 million years ago; marine invertebrates cambrian n a native or resident of Wales welshman,welsh cambrian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Wales or its people or their language welsh cambridge n a university in England cambridge n a city in Massachusetts just to the north of Boston; site of Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology cambridge n a city in eastern England on the River Cam; site of Cambridge University camcorder n a portable television camera and videocassette recorder camden n a city in southwestern New Jersey on the Delaware River near Philadelphia camel n cud-chewing mammal used as a draft or saddle animal in desert regions camellia n any of several shrubs or small evergreen trees having solitary white or pink or reddish flowers camelot n (Arthurian legend) the capital of King Arthur's kingdom; according to the legend, truth and goodness and beauty reigned there camembert n rich soft creamy French cheese cameo n engraving or carving in low relief on a stone (as in a brooch or ring) camera n equipment for taking photographs (usually consisting of a lightproof box with a lens at one end and light-sensitive film at the other) camera n television equipment consisting of a lens system that focuses an image on a photosensitive mosaic that is scanned by an electron beam cameraman n a photographer who operates a movie camera cinematographer cameroon n an inactive volcano in western Cameroon; highest peak on the West African coast cameroon n a republic on the western coast of central Africa; was under French and British control until 1960 cameroonian n a native or inhabitant of Cameroon cameroonian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Cameroon or its people camisole n a short sleeveless undergarment for women camisole n a short negligee camlet n a garment made of camlet fabric camlet n a fabric of Asian origin; originally made of silk and camel's hair camo n fabric dyed with splotches of green and brown and black and tan; intended to make the wearer of a garment made of this fabric hard to distin camouflage camomile n Eurasian plant with apple-scented foliage and white-rayed flowers and feathery leaves used medicinally; in some classification systems place chamomile camorra n a secret society in Naples notorious for violence and blackmail camouflage n an outward semblance that misrepresents the true nature of something disguise camouflage n fabric dyed with splotches of green and brown and black and tan; intended to make the wearer of a garment made of this fabric hard to distin camo camouflage n device or stratagem for concealment or deceit camouflage n the act of concealing the identity of something by modifying its appearance disguise camouflage v disguise by camouflaging; exploit the natural surroundings to disguise something camouflaged adj made invisible by means of protective coloring camp n temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers encampment,bivouac camp n a group of people living together in a camp camp n temporary lodgings in the country for travelers or vacationers camp n an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose clique,coterie,pack camp v live in or as if in a tent encamp,bivouac,tent camp v establish or set up a camp camp v give an artificially banal or sexual quality to camp adj providing sophisticated amusement by virtue of having artificially (and vulgarly) mannered or banal or sentimental qualities campaign n a race between candidates for elective office run campaign n a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end cause,crusade,drive,movement,effort campaign n several related operations aimed at achieving a particular goal (usually within geographical and temporal constraints) campaign n an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa) safari campaign v run, stand, or compete for an office or a position run campaign v exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate f crusade,fight,press,push,agitate campaign v go on a campaign; go off to war campaigner n a politician who is running for public office candidate,nominee campaigning n the campaign of a candidate to be elected candidacy,electioneering campana n the shape of a bell bell campbell n United States mythologist (1904-1987) camper n someone living temporarily in a tent or lodge for recreation camper n a recreational vehicle equipped for camping out while traveling campfire n a small outdoor fire for warmth or cooking (as at a camp) campground n a site where people on holiday can pitch a tent campsite,bivouac,encampment camphor n a resin obtained from the camphor tree; used in making celluloid and liniment camping n the act of encamping and living in tents in a camp encampment,tenting campion n any plant of the genus Silene catchfly campsite n a site where people on holiday can pitch a tent campground,bivouac,encampment campus n a field on which the buildings of a university are situated camshaft n an engine shaft with cams attached to it camus n French writer who portrayed the human condition as isolated in an absurd world (1913-1960) can n airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc. tin can n the quantity contained in a can can n a buoy with a round bottom and conical top can n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,bum,buns,fundament,hindquarters can v preserve in a can or tin tin can v terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position displace,fire,dismiss,sack,terminate canaan n an ancient country in southwestern Asia on the east coast of the Mediterranean Sea; a place of pilgrimage for Christianity and Islam and Jud palestine canaanite n a member of an ancient Semitic people who occupied Canaan before it was conquered by the Israelites canaanite n the extinct language of the Semitic people who occupied Canaan before the Israelite conquest canada n a nation in northern North America; the French were the first Europeans to settle in mainland Canada canadian n a native or inhabitant of Canada canadian n a river rising in northeastern New Mexico and flowing eastward across the Texas panhandle to become a tributary of the Arkansas River in Okl canadian adj of or relating to Canada or its people canal n (astronomy) an indistinct surface feature of Mars once thought to be a system of channels; they are now believed to be an optical illusion canal n a bodily passage or tube lined with epithelial cells and conveying a secretion or other substance duct,channel canal n long and narrow strip of water made for boats or for irrigation canal v provide (a city) with a canal canalise canalise v provide (a city) with a canal canal canape n an appetizer consisting usually of a thin slice of bread or toast spread with caviar or cheese or other savory food canara n a historical region of southwestern India on the west coast canard n a deliberately misleading fabrication canaries n a group of mountainous islands in the Atlantic off the northwest coast of Africa forming Spanish provinces canary n someone acting as an informer or decoy for the police fink,snitch,sneak,sneaker canary n a female singer canary n a moderate yellow with a greenish tinge canary n any of several small Old World finches canary adj having the color of a canary; of a light to moderate yellow canasta n a form of rummy using two decks of cards and four jokers; jokers and deuces are wild; the object is to form groups of the same rank meld canberra n the capital of Australia; located in southeastern Australia cancan n a high-kicking dance of French origin performed by a female chorus line cancel n a notation cancelling a previous sharp or flat natural cancel v postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled scratch,scrub cancel v make up for offset cancel v declare null and void; make ineffective cancel v remove or make invisible delete cancellation n the act of cancelling; calling off some arrangement cancellation n the speech act of revoking or annulling or making void cancelled adj (of events) no longer planned or scheduled off cancer n any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lympha cancer n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer crab cancer n a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini cancer n the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22 crab cancerous adj relating to or affected with cancer cancerous adj like a cancer; an evil that grows and spreads cancun n a popular island resort off the northeastern tip of the Yucatan peninsula candela n the basic unit of luminous intensity adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites; equal to 1/60 of the luminous intensity per square ce candle,cd candelabra n branched candlestick; ornamental; has several lights candid adj characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion blunt,forthright,frank,outspoken candid adj informal or natural; especially caught off guard or unprepared candid adj openly straightforward and direct without reserve or secretiveness open candidacy n the campaign of a candidate to be elected campaigning,electioneering candidate n a politician who is running for public office campaigner,nominee candidate n someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.) prospect candidly adv (used as intensives reflecting the speaker's attitude) it is sincerely the case that honestly,frankly candied adj encrusted with sugar or syrup candied adj (used especially of fruits) preserved by coating with or allowing to absorb sugar glace candle n stick of wax with a wick in the middle taper candle n the basic unit of luminous intensity adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites; equal to 1/60 of the luminous intensity per square ce candela,cd candle v examine eggs for freshness by holding them against a light candlelight n the light provided by a burning candle candlemaker n a person who makes or sells candles candlemas n feast day commemorating the presentation of Christ in the temple; a quarter day in Scotland candlestick n a holder with sockets for candles candor n ability to make judgments free from discrimination or dishonesty fairness candor n the quality of being honest and straightforward in attitude and speech frankness,directness,forthrightness candy n a rich sweet made of flavored sugar and often combined with fruit or nuts confect candy v coat with something sweet, such as a hard sugar glaze sugarcoat,glaze cane n a stick that people can lean on to help them walk cane n a strong slender often flexible stem as of bamboos, reeds, rattans, or sugar cane cane n a stiff switch used to hit students as punishment cane v beat with a cane flog,lambaste canebrake n a dense growth of cane (especially giant cane) canella n highly aromatic inner bark of the Canella winterana used as a condiment and a tonic canfield n a form of solitaire that involves gambling cangue n an instrument of punishment formerly used in China for petty criminals; consists of a heavy wooden collar enclosing the neck and arms canid n any of various fissiped mammals with nonretractile claws and typically long muzzles canine canine n one of the four pointed conical teeth (two in each jaw) located between the incisors and the premolars canine n any of various fissiped mammals with nonretractile claws and typically long muzzles canid canine adj of or relating to a pointed conical tooth canine adj of or relating to or characteristic of members of the family Canidae caning n work made of interlaced slender branches (especially willow branches) wicker,wickerwork canister n a metallic cylinder packed with shot and used as ammunition in a firearm canister n metal container for storing dry foods such as tea or flour tin canker n a fungal disease of woody plants that causes localized damage to the bark canker n an ulceration (especially of the lips or lining of the mouth) canker n a pernicious and malign influence that is hard to get rid of pestilence canker v become infected with a canker canker v infect with a canker cannabis n any plant of the genus Cannabis; a coarse bushy annual with palmate leaves and clusters of small green flowers; yields tough fibers and narc hemp cannabis n the most commonly used illicit drug; considered a soft drug, it consists of the dried leaves of the hemp plant; smoked or chewed for euphori marijuana,ganja cannae n ancient city is southeastern Italy where Hannibal defeated the Romans in 216 BC canned adj recorded for broadcast transcribed canned adj sealed in a can or jar tinned cannery n a factory where food is canned cannes n a port and resort city on the French Riviera; site of an annual film festival cannibal n a person who eats human flesh cannibalise v eat human flesh cannibalize cannibalise v use parts of something to repair something else cannibalize cannibalism n the practice of eating the flesh of your own kind cannibalize v eat human flesh cannibalise cannibalize v use parts of something to repair something else cannibalise cannon n a large artillery gun that is usually on wheels cannon n heavy gun fired from a tank cannon n (Middle Ages) a cylindrical piece of armor plate to protect the arm cannon n heavy automatic gun fired from an airplane cannon v make a cannon cannon v fire a cannon cannonade n intense and continuous artillery fire drumfire cannonade v attack with cannons or artillery cannonball n a solid projectile that in former times was fired from a cannon cannula n a small flexible tube inserted into a body cavity for draining off fluid or introducing medication canny adj showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others cagey,clever canoe n small and light boat; pointed at both ends; propelled with a paddle canoe v travel by canoe canoeist n someone paddling a canoe canon n a rule or especially body of rules or principles generally established as valid and fundamental in a field of art or philosophy canon n a priest who is a member of a cathedral chapter canon n a ravine formed by a river in an area with little rainfall canyon canon n a contrapuntal piece of music in which a melody in one part is imitated exactly in other parts canonic adj appearing in a biblical canon canonical canonic adj of or relating to or required by canon law canonical canonic adj reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible without loss of generality basic,canonical canonic adj conforming to orthodox or recognized rules canonical,sanctioned canonical adj appearing in a biblical canon canonic canonical adj of or relating to or required by canon law canonic canonical adj reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible without loss of generality basic,canonic canonical adj conforming to orthodox or recognized rules canonic,sanctioned canonization n (Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Church) the act of admitting a deceased person into the canon of saints canonize v declare (a dead person) to be a saint saint canonize v treat as a sacred person canonized adj accorded sacrosanct or authoritative standing glorified canoodle v fondle or pet affectionately canopus n supergiant star 650 light years from Earth; second brightest star in the sky canopy n the transparent covering of an aircraft cockpit canopy n the umbrellalike part of a parachute that fills with air canopy n a covering (usually of cloth) that serves as a roof to shelter an area from the weather canopy v cover with a canopy cant n stock phrases that have become nonsense through endless repetition cant n a slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force bank,camber cant n a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves) slang,jargon,lingo,argot,patois,vernacular cant n insincere talk about religion or morals cant v heel over tilt,slant,pitch cantaloupe n a variety of muskmelon vine having fruit with a tan rind and orange flesh cantaloupe n the fruit of a cantaloup vine; small to medium-sized melon with yellowish flesh cantankerous adj stubbornly obstructive and unwilling to cooperate cantankerous adj having a difficult and contrary disposition crotchety,ornery cantata n a musical composition for voices and orchestra based on a religious text oratorio canteen n a flask for carrying water; used by soldiers or travelers canteen n sells food and personal items to personnel at an institution or school or camp etc. canteen n a restaurant outside; often for soldiers or policemen canteen n a recreation room in an institution canter n a smooth three-beat gait; between a trot and a gallop lope canter v ride at a canter canter v go at a canter, of horses canter v ride at a cantering pace canterbury n a town in Kent in southeastern England; site of the cathedral where Thomas a Becket was martyred in 1170; seat of the archbishop and primate canthus n either of the corners of the eye where the upper and lower eyelids meet cantle n the back of a saddle seat canto n the highest part (usually the melody) in a piece of choral music canto n a major division of a long poem canton n a city on the Zhu Jiang delta in southern China; the capital of Guangdong province and a major deep-water port guangzhou,kwangchow canton n a small administrative division of a country canton v provide housing for (military personnel) quarter,billet canton v divide into cantons, of a country cantonal adj of or relating to a canton cantonese n the dialect of Chinese spoken in Canton and neighboring provinces and in Hong Kong and elsewhere outside China yue cantor n the musical director of a choir cantor n the official of a synagogue who conducts the liturgical part of the service and sings or chants the prayers intended to be performed as solo canty adj lively and brisk canuck n informal term for Canadians in general and French Canadians in particular canute n king of Denmark and Norway who forced Edmund II to divide England with him; on the death of Edmund II, Canute became king of all England (99 knut canvas n a heavy, closely woven fabric (used for clothing or chairs or sails or tents) canvass canvas n an oil painting on canvas fabric canvass canvas n the setting for a narrative or fictional or dramatic account canvass canvas n a tent made of canvas fabric canvass canvas v cover with canvas canvass n the setting for a narrative or fictional or dramatic account canvas canvass n an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people poll canvass n a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel sail,canvas,sheet canvass n a tent made of canvas fabric canvas canvass v get the opinions (of people) by asking specific questions poll canvass v solicit votes from potential voters in an electoral campaign canvass v consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning analyze,study,examine canvassing n persuasion of voters in a political campaign electioneering canyon n a ravine formed by a river in an area with little rainfall canon cap n a tight-fitting headdress cap n a top (as for a bottle) cap n a mechanical or electrical explosive device or a small amount of explosive; can be used to initiate the reaction of a disrupting explosive detonator cap n something serving as a cover or protection cap v lie at the top of crest cap v restrict the number or amount of capability n the quality of being capable -- physically or intellectually or legally capability n the susceptibility of something to a particular treatment capacity capability n an aptitude that may be developed capable adj (usually followed by `of') having capacity or ability incapable capable adj possibly accepting or permitting open,subject capable adj (followed by `of') having the temperament or inclination for incapable capable adj having the requisite qualities for capacious adj large in capacity capacitance n an electrical phenomenon whereby an electric charge is stored capacity capacitance n an electrical device characterized by its capacity to store an electric charge capacitor,condenser capacitor n an electrical device characterized by its capacity to store an electric charge capacitance,condenser capacity n capability to perform or produce incapacity capacity n the susceptibility of something to a particular treatment capability capacity n the amount that can be contained content capacity n the maximum production possible cape n a strip of land projecting into a body of water ness cape n a sleeveless garment like a cloak but shorter mantle capelin n very small northern fish; forage for sea birds and marine mammals and other fishes caplin capella n the brightest star in Auriga capella n snipes caper n any of numerous plants of the genus Capparis caper n pickled flower buds used as a pungent relish in various dishes and sauces caper n a crime (especially a robbery) job caper n a playful leap or hop caper v jump about playfully capetian n a member of the Capetian dynasty capetian adj of or relating to the French dynasty founded by Hugh Capet capillary n a tube of small internal diameter; holds liquid by capillary action capillary n any of the minute blood vessels connecting arterioles with venules capillary adj of or relating to hair capillary adj long and slender with a very small internal diameter capital n assets available for use in the production of further assets capital n wealth in the form of money or property owned by a person or business and human resources of economic value capital n a seat of government capital n one of the large alphabetic characters used as the first letter in writing or printing proper names and sometimes for emphasis capital adj first-rate capital adj of primary importance capital adj uppercase great capitalism n an economic system based on private ownership of capital socialism capitalist n a conservative advocate of capitalism capitalist n a person who invests capital in a business (especially a large business) capitalist adj of or relating to capitalism or capitalists capitalistic capitalist adj favoring or practicing capitalism capitalistic capitalistic adj favoring or practicing capitalism capitalist socialistic capitalistic adj of or relating to capitalism or capitalists capitalist capitalization n writing in capital letters capitalization n an estimation of the value of a business capitalization n the act of capitalizing on an opportunity capitalization n the sale of capital stock capitalize v draw advantages from capitalize v supply with capital, as of a business by using a combination of capital used by investors and debt capital provided by lenders capitalize v write in capital letters capitalize v compute the present value of a business or an income capitol n a building occupied by a state legislature capitol n the government building in Washington where the United States Senate and the House of Representatives meet capitulate v surrender under agreed conditions capitulation n a document containing the terms of surrender capitulation n a summary that enumerates the main parts of a topic capitulation n the act of surrendering (usually under agreed conditions) fall,surrender caplin n very small northern fish; forage for sea birds and marine mammals and other fishes capelin capo n the head of a branch of an organized crime syndicate capon n flesh of a castrated male chicken capon n castrated male chicken capone n United States gangster who terrorized Chicago during prohibition until arrested for tax evasion (1899-1947) scarface capote n a long overcoat with a hood that can be pulled over the head capote n a long cloak with a hood that can be pulled over the head capped adj used especially of front teeth having (artificial) crowns capped adj covered as if with a cap or crown especially of a specified kind cappuccino n equal parts of espresso and hot milk topped with cinnamon and nutmeg and usually whipped cream capra n United States film maker (1897-1991) capra n goats capri n an island (part of Campania) in the Bay of Naples in southern Italy; a tourist attraction noted for beautiful scenery caprice n a sudden desire impulse,whim capricious adj changeable freakish capricious adj determined by chance or impulse or whim rather than by necessity or reason impulsive,whimsical capriciously adv unpredictably capriciously adv in a capricious manner capricorn n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Capricorn goat capricorn n a faint zodiacal constellation in the southern hemisphere; between Sagittarius and Aquarius capricorn n the tenth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about December 22 to January 19 goat caprifig n wild variety of the common fig used to facilitate pollination of certain figs capsaicin n colorless pungent crystalline compound derived from capsicum; source of the hotness of hot peppers of the genus Capsicum such as chili and c capsid n a variety of leaf bug capsid n the outer covering of protein surrounding the nucleic acid of a virus capsize v overturn accidentally turtle capstan n a windlass rotated in a horizontal plane around a vertical axis; used on ships for weighing anchor or raising heavy sails capstone n a final touch; a crowning achievement; a culmination capstone n a stone that forms the top of wall or building stretcher capsule n a small container capsule n a pill in the form of a small rounded gelatinous container with medicine inside capsule n a dry dehiscent seed vessel or the spore-containing structure of e.g. mosses capsule n a shortened version of a written work condensation,abridgment capsule v enclose in a capsule capsule v put in a short or concise form; reduce in volume encapsulate captain n an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant captain n the naval officer in command of a military ship skipper captain n a policeman in charge of a precinct captain n an officer who is licensed to command a merchant ship master,skipper captain v be the captain of a sports team caption n taking exception; especially a quibble based on a captious argument caption n translation of foreign dialogue of a movie or TV program; usually displayed at the bottom of the screen subtitle caption n brief description accompanying an illustration legend caption v provide with a caption, as of a photograph or a drawing captious adj tending to find and call attention to faults captivate v attract; cause to be enamored capture,trance,catch,enamor,beguile,charm,fascinate,bewitch captivated adj strongly attracted charmed captivated adj filled with wonder and delight beguiled,charmed,delighted,enthralled,entranced captivating adj capturing interest as if by a spell bewitching,enchanting,fascinating captive n a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war prisoner captive n an animal that is confined captive n a person held in the grip of a strong emotion or passion captive adj being in captivity confined,imprisoned,jailed captive adj giving or marked by complete attention to absorbed,engrossed,intent,wrapped captivity n the state of being imprisoned imprisonment,incarceration captivity n the state of being a slave enslavement captor n a person who captures and holds people or animals liberator capture n the act of forcibly dispossessing an owner of property seizure capture n a process whereby a star or planet holds an object in its gravitational field capture n any process in which an atomic or nuclear system acquires an additional particle capture n the act of taking of a person by force seizure capture v succeed in representing or expressing something intangible capture v attract; cause to be enamored trance,catch,enamor,captivate,beguile,charm,fascinate,bewitch capture v succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase get,catch capture v bring about the capture of an elementary particle or celestial body and causing it enter a new orbit car n a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine auto,automobile,machine,motorcar car n a wheeled vehicle adapted to the rails of railroad car n the compartment that is suspended from an airship and that carries personnel and the cargo and the power plant gondola car n where passengers ride up and down carabao n water buffalo of the Philippines caracal n of deserts of northern Africa and southern Asia caracara n any of various long-legged carrion-eating hawks of South America and Central America caracas n the capital and largest city of Venezuela caracole v make a half turn on a horse, in dressage carafe n a bottle with a stopper; for serving wine or water caramel n firm chewy candy made from caramelized sugar and butter and milk caramel n burnt sugar; used to color and flavor food caramel n a medium to dark tan color buff caramel adj having the color of caramel; of a moderate yellow-brown caramelize v be converted into caramel caramelize v convert to caramel carapace n hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles shell,cuticle,shield carat n a unit of weight for precious stones = 200 mg carat n the unit of measurement for the proportion of gold in an alloy; 18-karat gold is 75% gold; 24-karat gold is pure gold karat caravaggio n Italian painter noted for his realistic depiction of religious subjects and his novel use of light (1573-1610) caravan n a procession (of wagons or mules or camels) traveling together in single file train caravan n a camper equipped with living quarters van caravan v travel in a caravan caraway n a Eurasian plant with small white flowers yielding caraway seed caraway n leaves used sparingly in soups and stews carbide n a binary compound of carbon with a more electropositive element carbine n light automatic rifle carbohydrate n an essential structural component of living cells and source of energy for animals; includes simple sugars with small molecules as well as m sugar carbon n an abundant nonmetallic tetravalent element occurring in three allotropic forms: amorphous carbon and graphite and diamond; occurs in all or c carbon n a thin paper coated on one side with a dark waxy substance (often containing carbon); used to transfer characters from the original to an un carbon n a copy made with carbon paper carbonado n an inferior dark diamond used in industry for drilling and polishing carbonado n a piece of meat (or fish) that has been scored and broiled carbonara n sauce for pasta; contains eggs and bacon or ham and grated cheese carbonate n a salt or ester of carbonic acid (containing the anion CO3) carbonate v turn into a carbonate carbonate v treat with carbon dioxide carbonated adj having carbonation (especially artificially carbonated) carbonic adj relating to or consisting of or yielding carbon carboniferous carboniferous n from 345 million to 280 million years ago carboniferous adj of or relating to the Carboniferous geologic era carboniferous adj relating to or consisting of or yielding carbon carbonic carbonize v unite with carbon carbonize v turn into carbon, as by burning carborundum n an abrasive composed of silicon carbide crystals carboxylic adj relating to or containing the carboxyl group or carboxyl radical carboy n a large bottle for holding corrosive liquids; usually cushioned in a special container carbuncle n deep-red cabochon garnet cut without facets carbuncle n an infection larger than a boil and with several openings for discharge of pus carburetor n mixes air with gasoline vapor prior to explosion carcass n the dead body of an animal especially one slaughtered and dressed for food carcinogen n any substance that produces cancer carcinogenic adj causing or tending to cause cancer carcinoma n any malignant tumor derived from epithelial tissue; one of the four major types of cancer card n one of a set of small pieces of stiff paper marked in various ways and used for playing games or for telling fortunes card n a card certifying the identity of the bearer card n a rectangular piece of stiff paper used to send messages (may have printed greetings or pictures) card n thin cardboard, usually rectangular card v separate the fibers of tease card v ask someone for identification to determine whether he or she is old enough to consume liquor cardamom n rhizomatous herb of India having aromatic seeds used as seasoning cardamom n aromatic seeds used as seasoning like cinnamon and cloves especially in pickles and barbecue sauces cardboard n a stiff moderately thick paper cardboard adj without substance cardholder n a person who holds a credit card or debit card cardholder n a player who holds a card or cards in a card game cardia n the opening into the stomach and that part of the stomach connected to the esophagus cardiac adj of or relating to the heart cardiff n the capital and largest city of Wales cardigan n knitted jacket that is fastened up the front with buttons or a zipper cardigan n slightly bowlegged variety of corgi having rounded ears and a long tail cardinal n (Roman Catholic Church) one of a group of more than 100 prominent bishops in the Sacred College who advise the Pope and elect new Popes cardinal n the number of elements in a mathematical set; denotes a quantity but not the order cardinal n a variable color averaging a vivid red carmine cardinal n crested thick-billed North American finch having bright red plumage in the male redbird cardinal adj serving as an essential component central,fundamental,key,primal cardinal adj being or denoting a numerical quantity but not order cardinalate n (Roman Catholic Church) the body of all cardinals of the church; elects and advises the pope cardinalate n the office of cardinal cardiogram n a graphical recording of the cardiac cycle produced by an electrocardiograph electrocardiogram cardiologist n a specialist in cardiology; a specialist in the structure and function and disorders of the heart cardiology n the branch of medicine dealing with the heart and its diseases cardiomyopathy n a disorder (usually of unknown origin) of the heart muscle (myocardium) cardiopulmonary adj of or pertaining to or affecting both the heart and the lungs and their functions cardiorespiratory cardiorespiratory adj of or pertaining to or affecting both the heart and the lungs and their functions cardiopulmonary cardiovascular adj of or pertaining to or involving the heart and blood vessels cardoon n southern European plant having spiny leaves and purple flowers cultivated for its edible leafstalks and roots cardoon n only parts eaten are roots and especially stalks (blanched and used as celery); related to artichokes cards n a game played with playing cards cardsharp n a professional card player who makes a living by cheating at card games sharper,sharpie,sharpy care n the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something attention,aid,tending care n judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger caution,precaution,forethought care n an anxious feeling concern,fear care n a cause for feeling concern care v feel concern or interest care v provide care for care v prefer or wish to do something wish,like care v be in charge of, act on, or dispose of manage,deal,handle careen n pitching dangerously to one side rock,sway,tilt careen v walk as if unable to control one's movements stagger,reel,keel,lurch,swag careen v move sideways or in an unsteady way wobble,shift,tilt career n the particular occupation for which you are trained calling,vocation career n the general progression of your working or professional life career v move headlong at high speed careerist n a professional who is intent on furthering his or her career by any possible means and often at the expense of their own integrity carefree adj free of trouble and worry and care unworried carefree adj cheerfully irresponsible freewheeling,slaphappy careful adj exercising caution or showing care or attention careless careful adj cautiously attentive careful adj unhurried and with care and dignity deliberate,measured careful adj full of cares or anxiety carefully adv taking care or paying attention carefully adv as if with kid gloves; with caution or prudence or tact cautiously carelessly carefulness n the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger caution,cautiousness carefulness n the quality of being careful and painstaking carelessness caregiver n a person who helps in identifying or preventing or treating illness or disability caregiver n a person who is responsible for attending to the needs of a child or dependent adult careless adj marked by lack of attention or consideration or forethought or thoroughness; not careful careful careless adj effortless and unstudied careless adj (usually followed by `of') without due thought or consideration regardless carelessly adv without care or concern carelessly adv without caution or prudence carefully carelessly adv in a rakish manner carelessness n the quality of not being careful or taking pains sloppiness carefulness carelessness n failure to act with the prudence that a reasonable person would exercise under the same circumstances negligence,neglect caress n a gentle affectionate stroking (or something resembling it) caress v touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner fondle caressing n affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs) cuddling,fondling,hugging,kissing,petting caret n a mark used by an author or editor to indicate where something is to be inserted into a text caretaker n a custodian who is hired to take care of something (property or a person) caretaker n an official who performs the duties of an office temporarily careworn adj showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering drawn,haggard,raddled,worn carex n large genus of plants found in damp woodlands and bogs and ditches or at water margins: sedges cargo n goods carried by a large vehicle lading,freight,load,loading,payload,shipment,consignment carhop n a waiter at a drive-in restaurant caribbean n an arm of the Atlantic Ocean between North and South America; the origin of the Gulf stream caribbean n region including the Caribbean Islands caribou n Arctic deer with large antlers in both sexes; called `reindeer' in Eurasia and `caribou' in North America reindeer caricature n a representation of a person that is exaggerated for comic effect imitation,impersonation caricature v represent in or produce a caricature of ape caricaturist n someone who parodies in an exaggerated manner carillon n set of bells hung in a bell tower carillon n playing a set of bells that are (usually) hung in a tower carina n a keel-shaped constellation in the southern hemisphere; contains the star Canopus carina n any of various keel-shaped structures or ridges such as that on the breastbone of a bird or that formed by the fused petals of a pea blossom caring n a loving feeling caring adj feeling and exhibiting concern and empathy for others carissa n a shrub of the genus Carissa having fragrant white flowers and plumlike red to purple-black fruits carjacking n the violent theft of an occupied car cark v disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed perturb,unhinge,disquiet,trouble,distract,disorder carload n a gathering of passengers sufficient to fill an automobile carload n the amount of cargo that can be held by a boat or ship or a freight car boatload,shipload carlos n Venezuelan master terrorist raised by a Marxist-Leninist father; trained and worked with many terrorist groups (born in 1949) sanchez,salim,taurus carlyle n Scottish historian who wrote about the French Revolution (1795-1881) carmelite n a Roman Catholic friar wearing the white cloak of the Carmelite order; mendicant preachers carmelite adj of or relating to the Carmelite friars carmichael n United States songwriter (1899-1981) carmine n a variable color averaging a vivid red cardinal carmine v color carmine carmine adj of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies red,reddish,ruddy,cerise,cherry,crimson,ruby,scarlet carnage n the savage and excessive killing of many people slaughter,massacre,butchery carnal adj marked by the appetites and passions of the body animal,sensual carnal adj of or relating to the body or flesh carnation n Eurasian plant with pink to purple-red spice-scented usually double flowers; widely cultivated in many varieties and many colors gillyflower carnation n a pink or reddish-pink color carnation adj pink or pinkish carnauba n hard yellowish to brownish wax from leaves of the carnauba palm used especially in floor waxes and polishes carnauba n Brazilian fan palm having an edible root; source of a useful leaf fiber and a brittle yellowish wax carnegie n United States educator famous for writing a book about how to win friends and influence people (1888-1955) carnegie n United States industrialist and philanthropist who endowed education and public libraries and research trusts (1835-1919) carnelian n a translucent red or orange variety of chalcedony carnival n a festival marked by merrymaking and processions carnival n a frenetic disorganized (and often comic) disturbance suggestive of a large public entertainment circus carnival n a traveling show; having sideshows and rides and games of skill etc. fair carnivore n a terrestrial or aquatic flesh-eating mammal carnivore n any animal that feeds on flesh carnivorous adj relating to or characteristic of carnivores carnivorous adj (used of plants as well as animals) feeding on animals herbivorous,omnivorous,insectivorous carob n long pod containing small beans and sweetish edible pulp; used as animal feed and source of a chocolate substitute carob n evergreen Mediterranean tree with edible pods; the biblical carob carob n powder from the ground seeds and pods of the carob tree; used as a chocolate substitute caroche n a luxurious carriage suitable for nobility in the 16th and 17th century carol n joyful religious song celebrating the birth of Christ carol n a joyful song (usually celebrating the birth of Christ) carol v sing carols carolina n the area of the states of North Carolina and South Carolina caroline adj of or relating to the life and times of kings Charles I or Charles II of England carolingian n a member of the Carolingian dynasty carolingian adj of or relating to the Frankish dynasty founded by Charlemagne's father carolinian n a native or resident of the Carolinas carolus n king of the Franks and Holy Roman Emperor; conqueror of the Lombards and Saxons (742-814) charlemagne,charles carom n a glancing rebound ricochet carom n a shot in billiards in which the cue ball contacts one object ball and then the other cannon carom v rebound after hitting carom v make a carom carotene n an orange isomer of an unsaturated hydrocarbon found in many plants; is converted into vitamin A in the liver carotene n yellow or orange-red fat-soluble pigments in plants carotid adj of or relating to either of the two major arteries supplying blood to the head and neck carousal n revelry in drinking; a merry drinking party carouse,bender,toot carouse n revelry in drinking; a merry drinking party carousal,bender,toot carouse v engage in boisterous, drunken merrymaking roister,riot carousel n a conveyer belt that carries luggage to be claimed by air travelers carrousel carousel n a large, rotating machine with seats for children to ride or amusement carrousel,roundabout carousing adj used of riotously drunken merrymaking bacchanal carp n the lean flesh of a fish that is often farmed; can be baked or braised carp n any of various freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae carp v raise trivial objections cavil,chicane carpal n any of the eight small bones of the wrist of primates carpal adj of or relating to the wrist carpel n a simple pistil or one element of a compound pistil carpenter n a woodworker who makes or repairs wooden objects carpenter v work as a carpenter carpentry n the craft of a carpenter: making things out of wood woodworking,woodwork carper n someone who constantly criticizes in a petty way carpet n floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile) rug,carpeting carpet n a natural object that resembles or suggests a carpet carpet v form a carpet-like cover (over) carpet v cover completely, as if with a carpet carpet v cover with a carpet carpetbagger n an outsider who seeks power or success presumptuously carpeted adj covered with or as if with carpeting or with carpeting as specified; often used in combination carpeting n floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile) rug,carpet carping n persistent petty and unjustified criticism carport n garage for one or two cars consisting of a flat roof supported on poles carpus n a joint between the distal end of the radius and the proximal row of carpal bones wrist carrack n a large galleon sailed in the Mediterranean as a merchantman carrel n French surgeon and biologist who developed a way to suture and graft blood vessels (1873-1944) carrel n small individual study area in a library cubicle,stall carriage n a railcar where passengers ride coach carriage n a vehicle with wheels drawn by one or more horses rig carriage n characteristic way of bearing one's body bearing,posture carriage n a machine part that carries something else carrier n someone whose employment involves carrying something bearer carrier n a self-propelled wheeled vehicle designed specifically to carry something carrier n a large warship that carries planes and has a long flat deck for takeoffs and landings carrier n an inactive substance that is a vehicle for a radioactive tracer of the same substance and that assists in its recovery after some chemical carrion n the dead and rotting body of an animal; unfit for human food carroll n English author; Charles Dodgson was an Oxford don of mathematics who is remembered for the children's stories he wrote under the pen name Le dodgson carrot n deep orange edible root of the cultivated carrot plant carrot n perennial plant widely cultivated as an annual in many varieties for its long conical orange edible roots; temperate and tropical regions carrot n orange root; important source of carotene carrot n promise of reward as in "carrot and stick" carrousel n a conveyer belt that carries luggage to be claimed by air travelers carousel carrousel n a large, rotating machine with seats for children to ride or amusement carousel,roundabout carry n the act of carrying something carry v move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body transport carry v have with oneself; have on one's person pack,take carry v transmit or serve as the medium for transmission impart,conduct,transmit,convey,channel carry v serve as a means for expressing something convey,express carsick adj experiencing motion sickness seasick carson n United States biologist remembered for her opposition to the use of pesticides that were hazardous to wildlife (1907-1964) carson n United States frontiersman who guided Fremont's expeditions in the 1840s and served as a Union general in the American Civil War (1809-1868) cart n a heavy open wagon usually having two wheels and drawn by an animal cart n wheeled vehicle that can be pushed by a person; may have one or two or four wheels pushcart cart v draw slowly or heavily haul,hale,drag cart v transport something in a cart cartage n the work of taking something away in a cart or truck and disposing of it carting cartagena n a port in southeastern Spain on the Mediterranean cartagena n a port city in northwestern Colombia on the Caribbean carte n a list of dishes available at a restaurant menu,card cartel n a consortium of independent organizations formed to limit competition by controlling the production and distribution of a product or service trust,combine carter n Englishman and Egyptologist who in 1922 discovered and excavated the tomb of Tutankhamen (1873-1939) carter n 39th President of the United States (1924-) carter n someone whose work is driving carts cartesian n a follower of Cartesian thought cartesian adj of or relating to Rene Descartes or his works carthage n an ancient city state on the north African coast near modern Tunis; founded by Phoenicians; destroyed and rebuilt by Romans; razed by Arabs carthaginian n a native or inhabitant of ancient Carthage carthaginian adj of or relating to or characteristic of ancient Carthage or its people or their language punic cartier n French explorer who explored the St. Lawrence river and laid claim to the region for France (1491-1557) cartilage n tough elastic tissue; mostly converted to bone in adults gristle carting n the work of taking something away in a cart or truck and disposing of it cartage cartload n the quantity that a cart holds carton n the quantity contained in a carton carton n a box made of cardboard; opens by flaps on top cartoon n a humorous or satirical drawing published in a newspaper or magazine sketch cartoon n a film made by photographing a series of cartoon drawings to give the illusion of movement when projected in rapid sequence toon cartoon v draw cartoons of cartoonist n a person who draws cartoons cartouche n a cartridge (usually with paper casing) cartridge n ammunition consisting of a cylindrical casing containing an explosive charge and a bullet; fired from a rifle or handgun cartridge n a light-tight supply chamber holding the film and supplying it for exposure as required magazine cartridge n a module designed to be inserted into a larger piece of equipment cartridge n an electro-acoustic transducer that is the part of the arm of a record player that holds the needle and that is removable pickup cartwheel n a wheel that has wooden spokes and a metal rim cartwheel n acrobatic revolutions with the body turned sideways and the arms and legs outstretched like the spokes of a wheel cartwheel n a dollar made of silver cartwheel v do cartwheels: perform an acrobatic movement using both hands and feet cartwright n English clergyman who invented the power loom (1743-1823) cartwright n a workman who makes and repairs carts and wagons caruncle n an outgrowth on a plant or animal such as a fowl's wattle or a protuberance near the hilum of certain seeds caruncula caruncula n an outgrowth on a plant or animal such as a fowl's wattle or a protuberance near the hilum of certain seeds caruncle caruso n outstanding Italian operatic tenor (1873-1921) carve v form by carving carve v engrave or cut by chipping away at a surface carve v cut to pieces carved adj made for or formed by carving (`carven' is archaic or literary) carver n United States botanist and agricultural chemist who developed many uses for peanuts and soy beans and sweet potatoes (1864-1943) carver n makes decorative wooden panels carver n an artist who creates sculptures sculptor carver n someone who carves the meat cutter carving n a sculpture created by removing material (as wood or ivory or stone) in order to create a desired shape carving n removing parts from hard material to create a desired pattern or shape cutting carving n creating figures or designs in three dimensions sculpture casaba n melon having yellowish rind and whitish flesh casablanca n a port on the Atlantic and the largest city of Morocco casals n an outstanding Spanish cellist noted for his interpretation of Bach's cello suites (1876-1973) casanova n an Italian adventurer who wrote vivid accounts of his sexual encounters (1725-1798) casanova n any man noted for his amorous adventures casbah n an older or native quarter of many cities in northern Africa; the quarter in which the citadel is located cascade n a small waterfall or series of small waterfalls cascade n a succession of stages or operations or processes or units cascade n a sudden downpour (as of tears or sparks etc) likened to a rain shower shower cascade v rush down in big quantities, like a cascade cascade v arrange (open windows) on a computer desktop so that they overlap each other, with the title bars visible cascades n a mountain range in the northwestern United States extending through Washington and Oregon and northern California; a part of the Coast Rang case n an occurrence of something instance,example case n a special set of circumstances event case n a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy lawsuit,suit,cause case n the actual state of things case v look over, usually with the intention to rob case v enclose in, or as if in, a case encase,incase casebook n a book in which detailed written records of a case are kept and which are a source of information for subsequent work casebook adj according to or characteristic of a casebook or textbook; typical textbook cased adj covered or protected with or as if with a case encased cased adj enclosed in a case casein n a milk protein used in making e.g. plastics and adhesives casein n a water-base paint made with a protein precipitated from milk casern n military barracks in a garrison town casework n close sociological study of a maladjusted person or family for diagnosis and treatment caseworker n someone employed to provide social services (especially to the disadvantaged) cash n money in the form of bills or coins cash n prompt payment for goods or services in currency or by check credit cash n United States country music singer and songwriter (1932-2003) cash v exchange for cash cashed adj for which money has been paid cashew n tropical American evergreen tree bearing kidney-shaped nuts that are edible only when roasted cashew n kidney-shaped nut edible only when roasted cashier n an employee of a bank who receives and pays out money teller cashier n a person responsible for receiving payments for goods and services (as in a shop or restaurant) cashier v discard or do away with cashier v discharge with dishonor, as in the army cashmere n a soft fabric made from the wool of the Cashmere goat cashmere n the wool of the Kashmir goat cashmere n an area in southwestern Asia whose sovereignty is disputed between Pakistan and India kashmir casing n the housing or outer covering of something shell,case casing n the outermost covering of a pneumatic tire casing n the enclosing frame around a door or window opening case casino n a public building for gambling and entertainment casino n a card game in which cards face up on the table are taken with eligible cards in the hand cassino cask n the quantity a cask will hold cask n a cylindrical container that holds liquids barrel casket n box in which a corpse is buried or cremated coffin casket n small and often ornate box for holding jewels or other valuables casket v enclose in a casket caspar n (New Testament) one of the three sages from the east who came bearing gifts for the infant Jesus gaspar casper n a city of east central Wyoming on the North Platte river caspian n a large saltwater lake between Iran and Russia fed by the Volga River; the largest inland body of water in the world casque n (15-16th century) any armor for the head; usually ornate without a visor cassandra n (Greek mythology) a prophetess in Troy during the Trojan War whose predictions were true but were never believed cassava n a starch made by leaching and drying the root of the cassava plant; the source of tapioca; a staple food in the tropics manioc cassava n cassava root eaten as a staple food after drying and leaching; source of tapioca manioc cassava n any of several plants of the genus Manihot having fleshy roots yielding a nutritious starch casserole n food cooked and served in a casserole casserole n large deep dish in which food can be cooked and served cassette n a container that holds a magnetic tape used for recording or playing sound or video cassia n any of various trees or shrubs of the genus Cassia having pinnately compound leaves and usually yellow flowers followed by long seedpods cassia n some genus Cassia species often classified as members of the genus Senna or genus Chamaecrista cassia n Chinese tree with aromatic bark; yields a less desirable cinnamon than Ceylon cinnamon cassie n tropical American thorny shrub or small tree; fragrant yellow flowers used in making perfumery cassino n a card game in which cards face up on the table are taken with eligible cards in the hand casino cassiopeia n (Greek mythology) the wife of Cepheus and mother of Andromeda cassiopeia n a W-shaped constellation in the northern hemisphere near Polaris cassius n prime mover in the conspiracy against Julius Caesar (died in 42 BC) cassock n a black garment reaching down to the ankles; worn by priests or choristers cassowary n large black flightless bird of Australia and New Guinea having a horny head crest cast n the actors in a play cast n container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens mold,mould cast n the distinctive form in which a thing is made mold,mould,stamp cast n the visual appearance of something or someone form,shape cast v put or send forth project,contrive,throw cast v deposit cast v select to play,sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet cast v throw forcefully hurl,hurtle castaway n a person who is rejected (from society or home) outcast,pariah,ishmael castaway n a shipwrecked person caste n social status or position conferred by a system based on class caste n (Hinduism) a hereditary social class among Hindus; stratified according to ritual purity caste n a social class separated from others by distinctions of hereditary rank or profession or wealth caste n in some social insects (such as ants) a physically distinct individual or group of individuals specialized to perform certain functions in t casteless adj not belonging to or having been expelled from a caste and thus having no place or status in society outcaste caster n a worker who casts molten metal into finished products caster n a shaker with a perforated top for sprinkling powdered sugar castor caster n a pivoting roller attached to the bottom of furniture or trucks or portable machines to make them movable castor castigate v censure severely chastise,chasten,correct castigate v inflict severe punishment on castile n a region of central Spain; a former kingdom that comprised most of modern Spain and united with Aragon to form Spain in 1479 castilla castilian n the Spanish language as spoken in Castile castilla n a region of central Spain; a former kingdom that comprised most of modern Spain and united with Aragon to form Spain in 1479 castile castilleja n genus of western North and South American perennials often partially parasitic on roots of grasses casting n object formed by a mold cast casting n the act of creating something by casting it in a mold molding casting n the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel cast casting n the choice of actors to play particular roles in a play or movie castle n a large and stately mansion palace castle n a large building formerly occupied by a ruler and fortified against attack castle n (chess) the piece that can move any number of unoccupied squares in a direction parallel to the sides of the chessboard rook castle n interchanging the positions of the king and a rook castling castle v move the king two squares toward a rook and in the same move the rook to the square next past the king castling n interchanging the positions of the king and a rook castle castor n a multiple star with 6 components; second brightest in Gemini; close to Pollux castor n a shaker with a perforated top for sprinkling powdered sugar caster castor n a pivoting roller attached to the bottom of furniture or trucks or portable machines to make them movable caster castor n a hat made with the fur of a beaver (or similar material) beaver castrate n a man who has been castrated and is incapable of reproduction eunuch castrate v deprive of strength or vigor emasculate castrate v edit by omitting or modifying parts considered indelicate shorten castrate v remove the testicles of a male animal emasculate castrate v remove the ovaries of alter,neuter,spay castrated adj deprived of sexual capacity or sexual attributes castration n neutering a male animal by removing the testicles castration n surgical removal of the testes or ovaries (usually to inhibit hormone secretion in cases of breast cancer in women or prostate cancer in men castration n the deletion of objectionable parts from a literary work castries n a port on the island of Saint Lucia; capital and largest city of Saint Lucia castro n Cuban socialist leader who overthrew a dictator in 1959 and established a Marxist socialist state in Cuba (born in 1927) casual adj marked by blithe unconcern insouciant,nonchalant casual adj without or seeming to be without plan or method; offhand casual adj appropriate for ordinary or routine occasions everyday,daily casual adj occurring or appearing or singled out by chance chance casually adv not methodically or according to plan casually adv in an unconcerned manner nonchalantly casualness n a casual manner familiarity casualty n someone injured or killed or captured or missing in a military engagement casualty n someone injured or killed in an accident casualty n an accident that causes someone to die casualty n a decrease of military personnel or equipment cat n feline mammal usually having thick soft fur and no ability to roar: domestic cats; wildcats cat n an informal term for a youth or man guy,hombre,bozo,sod cat n a spiteful woman gossip cat n the leaves of the shrub Catha edulis which are chewed like tobacco or used to make tea; has the effect of a euphoric stimulant kat,khat,quat cat v beat with a cat-o'-nine-tails cat v eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth vomit,purge,cast,sick,disgorge,retch,puke,barf cataclysm n a sudden violent change in the earth's surface catastrophe cataclysm n an event resulting in great loss and misfortune calamity,catastrophe,disaster,tragedy cataclysmic adj severely destructive catacomb n an underground tunnel with recesses where bodies were buried (as in ancient Rome) catalan n a native or inhabitant of Catalonia catalan n the Romance language spoken in Catalonia in eastern Spain (related to Spanish and Occitan) catalan adj relating to or denoting or characteristic of Catalonia or its inhabitants catalan adj relating to or characteristic of the Catalan language catalog n a book or pamphlet containing an enumeration of things catalogue catalog n a complete list of things; usually arranged systematically catalogue catalog v make a catalogue, compile a catalogue catalogue catalog v make an itemized list or catalog of; classify catalogue catalogue n a complete list of things; usually arranged systematically catalog catalogue n a book or pamphlet containing an enumeration of things catalog catalogue v make an itemized list or catalog of; classify catalog catalogue v make a catalogue, compile a catalogue catalog catalonia n a region of northeastern Spain catalpa n tree of the genus Catalpa with large leaves and white flowers followed by long slender pods catalyst n (chemistry) a substance that initiates or accelerates a chemical reaction without itself being affected accelerator catalyst n something that causes an important event to happen catalytic adj relating to or causing or involving catalysis catalyze v change by catalysis or cause to catalyze catamaran n a boat with two parallel hulls held together by single deck catamount n short-tailed wildcats with usually tufted ears; valued for their fur lynx catamount n large American feline resembling a lion cougar,puma,painter,panther catapult n a plaything consisting of a Y-shaped stick with elastic between the arms; used to propel small stones slingshot,sling catapult n a device that launches aircraft from a warship launcher catapult n an engine that provided medieval artillery used during sieges; a heavy war engine for hurling large stones and other missiles ballista,bricole,onager catapult v shoot forth or launch, as if from a catapult catapult v hurl as if with a sling sling cataract n an eye disease that involves the clouding or opacification of the natural lens of the eye cataract n a large waterfall; violent rush of water over a precipice catarrh n inflammation of the nose and throat with increased production of mucus catastrophe n an event resulting in great loss and misfortune calamity,disaster,tragedy,cataclysm catastrophe n a state of extreme (usually irremediable) ruin and misfortune disaster catastrophe n a sudden violent change in the earth's surface cataclysm catastrophic adj extremely harmful; bringing physical or financial ruin ruinous catatonic adj characterized by catatonia especially either rigidity or extreme laxness of limbs catawba n a member of the Siouan people formerly living in the Carolinas catawba n slipskin grape; a reddish American table grape catawba n the Siouan language spoken by the Catawba catbird n any of various birds of the Australian region whose males build ornamented structures resembling bowers in order to attract females catbird n North American songbird whose call resembles a cat's mewing catcall n a cry expressing disapproval catcall v utter catcalls at catch n a drawback or difficulty that is not readily evident gimmick catch n the quantity that was caught haul catch n a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect match catch n anything that is caught (especially if it is worth catching) catch v discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state catch v perceive with the senses quickly, suddenly, or momentarily catch v reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot get catch v take hold of so as to seize or restrain or stop the motion of grab catchall n an enclosure or receptacle for odds and ends catcher n (baseball) the person who plays the position of catcher backstop catcher n the position on a baseball team of the player who is stationed behind home plate and who catches the balls that the pitcher throws catchfly n any plant of the genus Silene campion catchfly n mostly perennial herbs with sticky stems that catch insects; widespread in north temperate zone catching n (baseball) playing the position of catcher on a baseball team catching n the act of detecting something; catching sight of something detection,spying,spotting catching n becoming infected contracting catching adj (of disease) capable of being transmitted by infection communicable,contagious,transmittable catchment n a structure in which water is collected (especially a natural drainage area) catchword n a favorite saying of a sect or political group motto,slogan,shibboleth catchword n a word printed at the top of the page of a dictionary or other reference book to indicate the first or last item on that page catchy adj having concealed difficulty tricky catchy adj likely to attract attention catechin n a tannic acid that is extracted from black catechu as a white crystalline substance catechism n a series of question put to an individual (such as a political candidate) to elicit their views catechism n an elementary book summarizing the principles of a Christian religion; written as questions and answers catechu n extract of the heartwood of Acacia catechu used for dyeing and tanning and preserving fishnets and sails; formerly used medicinally catechu n East Indian spiny tree having twice-pinnate leaves and yellow flowers followed by flat pods; source of black catechu categorical adj relating to or included in a category or categories categorical adj not modified or restricted by reservations flat,unconditional categorically adv in an unqualified manner flatly,unconditionally categorization n a group of people or things arranged by class or category classification categorization n the basic cognitive process of arranging into classes or categories classification,sorting categorization n the act of distributing things into classes or categories of the same type classification,assortment categorize v place into or assign to a category categorized adj arranged into categories category n a collection of things sharing a common attribute class,family category n a general concept that marks divisions or coordinations in a conceptual scheme catena n a chain of connected ideas or passages or objects so arranged that each member is closely related to the preceding and following members (es catenary n the curve theoretically assumed by a perfectly flexible and inextensible cord of uniform density and cross section hanging freely from two f cater v give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance provide,supply,ply cater v supply food ready to eat; for parties and banquets catercorner adj slanted across a polygon on a diagonal line caterer n someone who provides food and service (as for a party) catering n providing food and services caterpillar n a wormlike and often brightly colored and hairy or spiny larva of a butterfly or moth caterpillar n a large tracked vehicle that is propelled by two endless metal belts; frequently used for moving earth in construction and farm work cat caterwaul n the yowling sound made by a cat in heat caterwaul v utter shrieks, as of cats yowl catfish n flesh of scaleless food fish of the southern United States; often farmed catfish n large ferocious northern deep-sea food fishes with strong teeth and no pelvic fins wolffish catfish n any of numerous mostly freshwater bottom-living fishes of Eurasia and North America with barbels like whiskers around the mouth catgut n perennial subshrub of eastern North America having downy leaves yellowish and rose flowers and; source of rotenone catgut n a strong cord made from the intestines of sheep and used in surgery gut catharsis n (psychoanalysis) purging of emotional tensions catharsis n purging the body by the use of a cathartic to stimulate evacuation of the bowels cathartic n a purging medicine; stimulates evacuation of the bowels cathartic adj emotionally purging psychotherapeutic cathartic adj emotionally purging (of e.g. art) releasing cathartic adj strongly laxative cathay n a communist nation that covers a vast territory in eastern Asia; the most populous country in the world china cathect v inject with libidinal energy cathectic adj of or relating to cathexis cathedra n a throne that is the official chair of a bishop cathedral n any large and important church cathedral n the principal Christian church building of a bishop's diocese cathedral adj relating to or containing or issuing from a bishop's office or throne catherine n first wife of Henry VIII; Henry VIII's divorce from her was the initial step of the Reformation in England (1485-1536) catherine n empress of Russia who greatly increased the territory of the empire (1729-1796) catheter n a thin flexible tube inserted into the body to permit introduction or withdrawal of fluids or to keep the passageway open cathode n a negatively charged electrode that is the source of electrons entering an electrical device anode cathode n the positively charged terminal of a voltaic cell or storage battery that supplies current anode catholic n a member of a Catholic church catholic adj of or relating to or supporting Catholicism catholic adj free from provincial prejudices or attachments catholicism n the beliefs and practices of a Catholic Church cathouse n a building where prostitutes are available whorehouse,brothel,bordello cation n a positively charged ion catling n a long double-edged knife used for amputations catmint n hairy aromatic perennial herb having whorls of small white purple-spotted flowers in a terminal spike; used in the past as a domestic remedy catnip catnip n hairy aromatic perennial herb having whorls of small white purple-spotted flowers in a terminal spike; used in the past as a domestic remedy catmint catskills n a range of the Appalachians to the west of the Hudson in southeastern New York; includes many popular resort areas catsup n thick spicy sauce made from tomatoes ketchup cattail n tall erect herbs with sword-shaped leaves; cosmopolitan in fresh and salt marshes cattish adj marked by or arising from malice bitchy,catty cattle n domesticated bovine animals as a group regardless of sex or age cows,kine,oxen catty n any of various units of weight used in southeastern Asia (especially a Chinese measure equal to 500 grams) catty adj marked by or arising from malice bitchy,cattish catullus n Roman lyric poet remembered for his love poems to an aristocratic Roman woman (84-54 BC) catwalk n narrow platform extending out into an auditorium catwalk n narrow pathway high in the air (as above a stage or between parts of a building or along a bridge) caucasian n a Caucasian white caucasian n a number of languages spoken in the Caucasus that are unrelated to languages spoken elsewhere caucasian adj of or relating to the geographical region of Caucasia caucasian adj of or relating to Caucasian people caucasus n the mountain range in Caucasia between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea that forms part of the traditional border between Europe and Asia caucasus n a large region between the Black and Caspian seas that contains the Caucasus Mountains; oil is its major resource caucus n a closed political meeting caucus v meet to select a candidate or promote a policy caudal adj constituting or relating to a tail caudal adj resembling a tail caudal adj situated in or directed toward the part of the body from which the tail arises caudal adv toward the posterior end of the body caul n part of the peritoneum attached to the stomach and to the colon and covering the intestines caul n the inner membrane of embryos in higher vertebrates (especially when covering the head at birth) veil cauldron n a very large pot that is used for boiling cauliflower n a plant having a large edible head of crowded white flower buds cauliflower n compact head of white undeveloped flowers causal adj involving or constituting a cause; causing causality n the relation between causes and effects causation n the act of causing something to happen causing causative adj producing an effect cause n events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something cause n a justification for something existing or happening reason,grounds cause n a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end campaign,crusade,drive,movement,effort cause n any entity that produces an effect or is responsible for events or results cause v give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally do,make cause v cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner induce,stimulate,have,get,make causeless adj having no justifying cause or reason causeless adj having no cause or apparent cause fortuitous causeway n a road that is raised above water or marshland or sand causeway v provide with a causeway causeway v pave a road with cobblestones or pebbles causing n the act of causing something to happen causation caustic n any chemical substance that burns or destroys living tissue caustic adj harsh or corrosive in tone acerb,acerbic,acid,acrid,bitter,blistering,sulfurous,virulent caustic adj of a substance, especially a strong acid; capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action corrosive,erosive,vitriolic,mordant cauterization n the act of coagulating blood and destroying tissue with a hot iron or caustic agent or by freezing cauterize v burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent burn cauterize v make insensitive or callous; deaden feelings or morals callous caution n the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger cautiousness,carefulness caution n a warning against certain acts caveat caution n judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger precaution,care,forethought caution n the trait of being circumspect and prudent circumspection caution v warn strongly; put on guard admonish,monish cautionary adj warding off prophylactic cautionary adj serving to warn admonitory,exemplary,warning cautious n people who are fearful and cautious timid cautious adj showing careful forethought cautious adj avoiding excess conservative cautiously adv as if with kid gloves; with caution or prudence or tact carefully cautiously adv in a conservative manner conservatively,guardedly cautiousness n the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger caution,carefulness cavalcade n a procession of people traveling on horseback cavalier n a gallant or courtly gentleman chevalier cavalier n a royalist supporter of Charles I during the English Civil War royalist cavalier adj given to haughty disregard of others cavalierly adv in a proud and domineering manner cavalry n troops trained to fight on horseback horse cavalry n a highly mobile army unit cavalryman n a soldier in a motorized army unit trooper cavalryman n a soldier mounted on horseback trooper cave n a geological formation consisting of an underground enclosure with access from the surface of the ground or from the sea cave v hollow out as if making a cave or opening undermine cave v explore natural caves spelunk caveat n a warning against certain acts caution caveat n (law) a formal notice filed with a court or officer to suspend a proceeding until filer is given a hearing caveman n someone who lives in a cave cavendish n British chemist and physicist who established that water is a compound of hydrogen and oxygen and who calculated the density of the earth (1 cavern n any large dark enclosed space cavern n a large cave or a large chamber in a cave cavern v hollow out as if making a cavern cavernous adj being or suggesting a cavern cavernous adj filled with vascular sinuses and capable of becoming distended and rigid as the result of being filled with blood erectile caviar n salted roe of sturgeon or other large fish; usually served as an hors d'oeuvre cavil n an evasion of the point of an argument by raising irrelevant distinctions or objections quibble cavil v raise trivial objections carp,chicane cavity n a sizeable hole (usually in the ground) pit cavity n space that is surrounded by something cavity n soft decayed area in a tooth; progressive decay can lead to the death of a tooth cavity n (anatomy) a natural hollow or sinus within the body cavum cavort v play boisterously frolic,lark,skylark,disport,sport,gambol,frisk,romp cavum n (anatomy) a natural hollow or sinus within the body cavity caw n the sound made by corvine birds caw v utter a cry, characteristic of crows, rooks, or ravens caxton n English printer who in 1474 printed the first book in English (1422-1491) cay n a coral reef off the southern coast of Florida key cayenne n plant bearing very hot and finely tapering long peppers; usually red jalapeno cayenne n ground pods and seeds of pungent red peppers of the genus Capsicum cayenne n a long and often twisted hot red pepper cayman n a semiaquatic reptile of Central and South America that resembles an alligator but has a more heavily armored belly caiman cayuga n a member of an Iroquoian people formerly living around Cayuga Lake in New York State cayuga n the Iroquoian language spoken by the Cayuga cbc n counting the number of white and red blood cells and the number of platelets in 1 cubic millimeter of blood cc n a metric unit of volume equal to one thousandth of a liter milliliter,mil cc adj being ten more than one hundred ninety cd n a soft bluish-white ductile malleable toxic bivalent metallic element; occurs in association with zinc ores cadmium cd n the basic unit of luminous intensity adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites; equal to 1/60 of the luminous intensity per square ce candle,candela cd n a debt instrument issued by a bank; usually pays interest cd n a digitally encoded recording on an optical disk that is smaller than a phonograph record; played back by a laser cd adj being one hundred more than three hundred cdc n a federal agency in the Department of Health and Human Services; located in Atlanta; investigates and diagnoses and tries to control or prev ce n a ductile grey metallic element of the lanthanide series; used in lighter flints; the most abundant of the rare-earth group ce adv of the period coinciding with the Christian era; preferred by some writers who are not Christians cease n (`cease' is a noun only in the phrase `without cease') end cease v put an end to a state or an activity discontinue,stop,quit cease v have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical end,stop,finish,terminate ceaseless adj uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing constant,incessant,perpetual,unceasing,unremitting ceaselessly adv with unflagging resolve endlessly,incessantly,continuously cedar n any of numerous trees of the family Cupressaceae that resemble cedars cedar n durable aromatic wood of any of numerous cedar trees; especially wood of the red cedar often used for cedar chests cedar n any cedar of the genus Cedrus cede v give over; surrender or relinquish to the physical control of another concede,yield,grant cede v relinquish possession or control over surrender,deliver cedilla n a diacritical mark (,) placed below the letter c to indicate that it is pronounced as an s ceding n the act of ceding ceiling n the overhead upper surface of a covered space ceiling n (meteorology) altitude of the lowest layer of clouds ceiling n an upper limit on what is allowed roof,cap ceiling n maximum altitude at which a plane can fly (under specified conditions) celandine n North American annual plant with usually yellow or orange flowers; grows chiefly on wet rather acid soil celandine n perennial herb with branched woody stock and bright yellow flowers celebrant n a person who is celebrating celebrant n an officiating priest celebrating the Eucharist celebrate v behave as expected during of holidays or rites observe,keep celebrate v have a celebration fete celebrate v assign great social importance to lionize celebrated adj widely known and esteemed famed,famous,illustrious,notable,noted,renowned celebrated adj having an illustrious past storied celebration n a joyful occasion for special festivities to mark some happy event jubilation celebration n any joyous diversion festivity celebration n the public performance of a sacrament or solemn ceremony with all appropriate ritual celebratory adj used for celebrating celebrity n a widely known person celebrity n the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed fame,renown celerity n a rate that is rapid quickness,rapidity celery n widely cultivated herb with aromatic leaf stalks that are eaten raw or cooked celery n stalks eaten raw or cooked or used as seasoning celesta n a musical instrument consisting of graduated steel plates that are struck by hammers activated by a keyboard celestial adj of or relating to the sky heavenly celestial adj relating to or inhabiting a divine heaven heavenly celestial adj of heaven or the spirit ethereal,supernal celibacy n an unmarried status celibacy n abstaining from sexual relations (as because of religious vows) chastity celibate n an unmarried person who has taken a religious vow of chastity celibate adj abstaining from sexual intercourse continent cell n any small compartment cell n (biology) the basic structural and functional unit of all organisms; they may exist as independent units of life (as in monads) or may form cell n a device that delivers an electric current as the result of a chemical reaction cell n a small unit serving as part of or as the nucleus of a larger political movement cadre cellar n the lowermost portion of a structure partly or wholly below ground level; often used for storage basement cellar n an excavation where root vegetables are stored cellar n storage space where wines are stored cellist n someone who plays a violoncello cello n a large stringed instrument; seated player holds it upright while playing cellophane n a transparent paperlike product that is impervious to moisture and used to wrap candy or cigarettes etc. cellphone n a hand-held mobile radiotelephone for use in an area divided into small sections, each with its own short-range transmitter/receiver cell cellular adj relating to cells cellular adj characterized by or divided into or containing cells or compartments (the smallest organizational or structural unit of an organism or organ cellulite n lumpy deposits of body fat especially on women's thighs etc. celluloid n highly flammable substance made from cellulose nitrate and camphor; used in e.g. motion-picture and X-ray film; its use has decreased with t celluloid n a medium that disseminates moving pictures film,cinema celluloid adj artificial as if portrayed in a film synthetic cellulose n a polysaccharide that is the chief constituent of all plant tissues and fibers celosia n annual or perennial herbs or vines of tropical and subtropical America and Asia and Africa celsius n Swedish astronomer who devised the centigrade thermometer (1701-1744) celt n a member of a European people who once occupied Britain and Spain and Gaul prior to Roman times kelt celtic n a branch of the Indo-European languages that (judging from inscriptions and place names) was spread widely over Europe in the pre-Christian celtic adj relating to or characteristic of the Celts gaelic celtuce n lettuce valued especially for its edible stems celtuce n leaves having celery-like stems eaten raw or cooked cement n concrete pavement is sometimes referred to as cement cement n a building material that is a powder made of a mixture of calcined limestone and clay; used with water and sand or gravel to make concrete a cement n something that hardens to act as adhesive material cement n any of various materials used by dentists to fill cavities in teeth cement v make fast as if with cement cement v cover or coat with cement cement v bind or join with or as if with cement cemetery n a tract of land used for burials graveyard,necropolis cenozoic n approximately the last 63 million years cenozoic adj of or relating to or denoting the Cenozoic era cense v perfume especially with a censer incense censer n a container for burning incense (especially one that is swung on a chain in a religious ritual) censor n someone who censures or condemns censor n a person who is authorized to read publications or correspondence or to watch theatrical performances and suppress in whole or in part anyth censor v forbid the public distribution of ( a movie or a newspaper) ban censor v subject to political, religious, or moral censorship censored adj suppressed or subject to censorship uncensored censoring n counterintelligence achieved by banning or deleting any information of value to the enemy censorship censoring n deleting parts of publications or correspondence or theatrical performances censorship censorship n counterintelligence achieved by banning or deleting any information of value to the enemy censoring censorship n deleting parts of publications or correspondence or theatrical performances censoring censure n harsh criticism or disapproval censure n the state of being excommunicated excommunication,exclusion censure v rebuke formally reprimand census n a periodic count of the population census v conduct a census cent n a fractional monetary unit of several countries cent n a coin worth one-hundredth of the value of the basic unit penny,centime cental n a United States unit of weight equivalent to 100 pounds hundredweight,centner,quintal centaur n (classical mythology) a mythical being that is half man and half horse centaur n a conspicuous constellation in the southern hemisphere near the Southern Cross centenarian n someone who is at least 100 years old centenarian adj being at least 100 years old centenary n the 100th anniversary (or the celebration of it) centennial centenary adj of or relating to or completing a period of 100 years centennial centennial n the 100th anniversary (or the celebration of it) centenary centennial adj of or relating to or completing a period of 100 years centenary center n an area that is approximately central within some larger region centre,middle,heart,eye center n the piece of ground in the outfield directly ahead of the catcher center n a building dedicated to a particular activity centre center n a point equidistant from the ends of a line or the extremities of a figure centre center v center upon center v direct one's attention on something concentrate,focus,centre,pore,rivet center v move into the center centre center adj equally distant from the extremes halfway,middle,midway center adj of or belonging to neither the right nor the left politically or intellectually right,left centered adj being or placed in the center centerfold n a magazine center spread; especially a foldout of a large photograph or map or other feature centering n the concentration of attention or energy on something focus,focusing,direction centering n (American football) putting the ball in play by passing it (between the legs) to a back snap centerpiece n the central or most important feature centerpiece n something placed at the center of something else (as on a table) centigrade adj of or relating to a temperature scale on which the freezing point of water is 0 degrees and the boiling point of water is 100 degrees centime n a fractional monetary unit of several countries: France and Algeria and Belgium and Burkina Faso and Burundi and Cameroon and Chad and the C centime n a coin worth one-hundredth of the value of the basic unit penny,cent centimeter n a metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter centipede n chiefly nocturnal predacious arthropod having a flattened body of 15 to 173 segments each with a pair of legs, the foremost pair being modif centner n a unit of weight equal to 100 kilograms hundredweight centner n in some European countries: a unit of weight equivalent to 50 kilograms centner n a United States unit of weight equivalent to 100 pounds hundredweight,cental,quintal central n a workplace that serves as a telecommunications facility where lines from telephones can be connected together to permit communication exchange central adj serving as an essential component cardinal,fundamental,key,primal central adj in or near a center or constituting a center; the inner area peripheral centralism n the political policy of concentrating power in a central organization centrality n the property of being central centralization n the act of consolidating power under a central control decentralization centralization n gathering to a center centralize v make central concentrate decentralize centralized adj drawn toward a center or brought under the control of a central authority decentralized centralizing adj tending to draw to a central point decentralizing centrally adv in or near or toward a center or according to a central role or function peripherally centre n a low-lying region in central France centre n an area that is approximately central within some larger region center,middle,heart,eye centre n a point equidistant from the ends of a line or the extremities of a figure center centre n a place where some particular activity is concentrated center centre v move into the center center centre v direct one's attention on something concentrate,focus,center,pore,rivet centric adj having or situated at or near a center centrical centrical adj having or situated at or near a center centric centrifugal adj tending to move away from a center centrifugal adj tending away from centralization, as of authority centrifugal adj conveying information to the muscles from the CNS motor centrifuge n an apparatus that uses centrifugal force to separate particles from a suspension extractor,separator centrifuge v rotate at very high speed in order to separate the liquids from the solids centrist n a person who takes a position in the political center moderate centrist adj supporting or pursuing a course of action that is neither liberal nor conservative centrum n the main body of a vertebra centurion n (ancient Rome) the leader of 100 soldiers century n a period of 100 years century n ten 10s hundred,c ceo n the corporate executive responsible for the operations of the firm; reports to a board of directors; may appoint other managers (including a cephalopod n marine mollusk characterized by well-developed head and eyes and sucker-bearing tentacles cephalopod adj relating or belonging to the class Cephalopoda ceramic n an artifact made of hard brittle material produced from nonmetallic minerals by firing at high temperatures ceramic adj of or relating to or made from a ceramic ceramics n the art of making and decorating pottery cerberus n (Greek mythology) the three-headed dog guarding the entrance to Hades; son of Typhon hellhound cere n the fleshy, waxy covering at the base of the upper beak of some birds cere v wrap up in a cerecloth cereal n grass whose starchy grains are used as food: wheat; rice; rye; oats; maize; buckwheat; millet cereal n foodstuff prepared from the starchy grains of cereal grasses grain cereal n a breakfast food prepared from grain cereal adj made of grain or relating to grain or the plants that produce it cerebellum n a major division of the vertebrate brain; situated above the medulla oblongata and beneath the cerebrum in humans cerebral adj involving intelligence rather than emotions or instinct intellectual emotional cerebral adj of or relating to the cerebrum or brain cerebrally adv in an intellectual manner cerebrally adv in the brain cerebrum n anterior portion of the brain consisting of two hemispheres; dominant part of the brain in humans ceremonial n a formal event performed on a special occasion ceremony,observance ceremonial adj marked by pomp or ceremony or formality ceremony n a formal event performed on a special occasion ceremonial,observance ceremony n any activity that is performed in an especially solemn elaborate or formal way ceremony n the proper or conventional behavior on some solemn occasion ceres n (Roman mythology) goddess of agriculture; counterpart of Greek Demeter ceres n the largest asteroid and the first discovered cerise n a red the color of ripe cherries cherry cerise adj of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies red,reddish,ruddy,carmine,cherry,crimson,ruby,scarlet cero n large edible mackerel of temperate United States coastal Atlantic waters cero n large mackerel with long pointed snout; important food and game fish of the eastern Atlantic coast southward to Brazil cert n an absolute certainty certain adj definite but not specified or identified certain adj having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured sure uncertain certain adj established beyond doubt or question; definitely known uncertain certain adj certain to occur; destined or inevitable sure uncertain certainly adv definitely or positively (`sure' is sometimes used informally for `surely') surely,sure certainty n the state of being certain uncertainty certainty n something that is certain uncertainty certificate n a document attesting to the truth of certain stated facts certification,credential,credentials certificate n a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends security certificate v present someone with a certificate certificate v authorize by certificate certification n the act of certifying or bestowing a franchise on certification n confirmation that some fact or statement is true through the use of documentary evidence documentation,corroboration certification n a document attesting to the truth of certain stated facts certificate,credential,credentials certification n validating the authenticity of something or someone authentication certified adj endorsed authoritatively as having met certain requirements certified adj fit to be certified as insane (and treated accordingly) certified adj holding appropriate documentation and officially on record as qualified to perform a specified function or practice a specified skill qualified certify v provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes attest,manifest,demonstrate,evidence certify v guarantee payment on; of checks certify v authorize officially license,licence certify v guarantee as meeting a certain standard endorse certitude n total certainty or greater certainty than circumstances warrant overconfidence cerumen n a soft yellow wax secreted by glands in the ear canal earwax cervantes n Spanish writer best remembered for `Don Quixote' which satirizes chivalry and influenced the development of the novel form (1547-1616) cervical adj of or relating to the cervix of the uterus cervical adj relating to or associated with the neck cervidae n deer: reindeer; moose or elks; muntjacs; roe deer cervix n the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body neck cervix n necklike opening to the uterus cervus n the type genus of the Cervidae cesium n a soft silver-white ductile metallic element (liquid at normal temperatures); the most electropositive and alkaline metal cessation n a stopping surcease cesspool n a covered cistern; waste water and sewage flow into it sink,sump cetacean n large aquatic carnivorous mammal with fin-like forelimbs no hind limbs, including: whales; dolphins; porpoises; narwhals blower cetacean adj of or relating to whales and dolphins etc cetus n a large constellation on the equator near Pisces and Aquarius ceylon n an island in the Indian Ocean off the southeastern coast of India ceylon n a republic on the island of Ceylon; became independent of the United Kingdom in 1948 cezanne n French Post-impressionist painter who influenced modern art (especially cubism) by stressing the structural components latent in nature (183 cfo n the corporate executive having financial authority to make appropriations and authorize expenditures for a firm chabad n a large missionary Hasidic movement known for their hospitality, technological expertise, optimism and emphasis on religious study chabad n a form of Hasidism practiced by Lithuanian and Russian Jews under communist rule; the beliefs and practices of the Lubavitch movement chablis n a town in north central France noted for white Burgundy wines chablis n dry white table wine of Chablis, France or a wine resembling it chad n a small piece of paper that is supposed to be removed when a hole is punched in a card or paper tape chad n a lake in north central Africa; fed by the Shari river chad n a landlocked desert republic in north-central Africa; was under French control until 1960 chad n a family of Afroasiatic tonal languages (mostly two tones) spoken in the regions west and south of Lake Chad in north central Africa chador n a cloth used as a head covering (and veil and shawl) by Muslim and Hindu women chafe n soreness and warmth caused by friction chafe n anger produced by some annoying irritation annoyance chafe v become or make sore by or as if by rubbing gall,fret chafe v feel extreme irritation or anger chafe v cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations annoy,rag,bother,irritate,rile,nark,nettle,gravel chafe v tear or wear off the skin or make sore by abrading excoriate chafed adj painful from having the skin abraded chaff n material consisting of seed coverings and small pieces of stem or leaves that have been separated from the seeds husk,shuck,stalk,straw,stubble chaff n foil in thin strips; ejected into the air as a radar countermeasure chaff v be silly or tease one another kid,jolly,josh,banter chaffer v wrangle (over a price, terms of an agreement, etc.) haggle,higgle,huckster chaffer v talk socially without exchanging too much information chat,confab,chitchat,chatter,natter,gossip,jaw,claver chaffinch n small European finch with a cheerful song chaffy adj abounding in or covered with or resembling or consisting of chaff chaffy adj value chafing n soreness or irritation of the skin caused by friction chagrin n strong feelings of embarrassment humiliation,mortification chagrin v cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of humiliate,mortify,humble,abase chagrined adj feeling or caused to feel ill at ease or self-conscious or ashamed abashed,embarrassed chain n a series of things depending on each other as if linked together concatenation chain n (chemistry) a series of linked atoms (generally in an organic molecule) chain n a series of (usually metal) rings or links fitted into one another to make a flexible ligament chain n (business) a number of similar establishments (stores or restaurants or banks or hotels or theaters) under one ownership chain v connect or arrange into a chain by linking chain v fasten or secure with chains unchain chained adj bound with chains chains n metal shackles; for hands or legs irons chainsaw n portable power saw; teeth linked to form an endless chain chair n a seat for one person, with a support for the back chair n the position of professor professorship chair n the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization president,chairman,chairwoman,chairperson chair n an instrument of execution by electrocution; resembles an ordinary seat for one person chair v act or preside as chair, as of an academic department in a university chairman chair v preside over moderate,lead chairman n the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization president,chairwoman,chair,chairperson chairman v act or preside as chair, as of an academic department in a university chair chairmanship n the position of chairman chairperson n the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization president,chairman,chairwoman,chair chairwoman n the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization president,chairman,chair,chairperson chaise n a long chair; for reclining daybed chaise n a carriage consisting of two wheels and a calash top; drawn by a single horse shay chait n the first Hindu calendar month (corresponding to March in the Gregorian calendar) chalaza n basal part of a plant ovule opposite the micropyle; where integument and nucellus are joined chalaza n one of two spiral bands of tissue connecting the egg yolk to the enclosing membrane at either end of the shell chalcedony n a milky or greyish translucent to transparent quartz chalet n a Swiss house with a sloping roof and wide eaves or a house built in this style chalice n a bowl-shaped drinking vessel; especially the Eucharistic cup goblet chalk n a soft whitish calcite chalk n a pure flat white with little reflectance chalk n an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system methamphetamine,meth,crank,glass,ice,trash chalk n a piece of calcite or a similar substance, usually in the shape of a crayon, that is used to write or draw on blackboards or other flat surf chalk v write, draw, or trace with chalk chalkboard n sheet of slate; for writing with chalk blackboard challah n (Judaism) a loaf of white bread containing eggs and leavened with yeast; often formed into braided loaves and glazed with eggs before baking challenge n a demanding or stimulating situation challenge n a call to engage in a contest or fight challenge n questioning a statement and demanding an explanation challenge n a formal objection to the selection of a particular person as a juror challenge v take exception to dispute,gainsay challenge v issue a challenge to challenge v ask for identification challenge v raise a formal objection in a court of law challenger n the contestant you hope to defeat rival,competitor,competition,contender challenging adj requiring full use of your abilities or resources ambitious challenging adj stimulating interest or thought challenging adj disturbingly provocative intriguing challis n a soft lightweight fabric (usually printed) chamber n a natural or artificial enclosed space chamber n an enclosed volume in the body chamber n a room where a judge transacts business chamber n a deliberative or legislative or administrative or judicial assembly chamber v place in a chamber chambered adj having compartmental chambers chamberlain n British statesman who as Prime Minister pursued a policy of appeasement toward fascist Germany (1869-1940) chamberlain n the treasurer of a municipal corporation chamberlain n an officer who manages the household of a king or nobleman chambermaid n a maid who is employed to clean and care for bedrooms (now primarily in hotels) chambers n English architect (1723-1796) chambray n a lightweight fabric woven with white threads across a colored warp chameleon n a changeable or inconstant person chameleon n a faint constellation in the polar region of the southern hemisphere near Apus and Mensa chameleon n lizard of Africa and Madagascar able to change skin color and having a projectile tongue chamfer n two surfaces meeting at an angle different from 90 degrees bevel,cant chamfer v cut a bevel on; shape to a bevel bevel chamfer v cut a furrow into a columns furrow,chase chamfron n medieval plate armor to protect a horse's head chamois n a soft suede leather formerly from the skin of the chamois antelope but now from sheepskin chamois n hoofed mammal of mountains of Eurasia having upright horns with backward-hooked tips chamomile n Eurasian plant with apple-scented foliage and white-rayed flowers and feathery leaves used medicinally; in some classification systems place camomile champ n someone who has won first place in a competition champion champ v chafe at the bit, like horses champ v chew noisily chomp champagne n a white sparkling wine either produced in Champagne or resembling that produced there bubbly champagne n a region of northeastern France champaign n extensive tract of level open land plain,field champaign n a university town in east central Illinois adjoining Urbana champion n someone who has won first place in a competition champ champion n someone who fights for a cause fighter,hero,paladin champion n a person who backs a politician or a team etc. supporter,protagonist,admirer,booster,friend champion n someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field ace,adept,sensation,virtuoso,genius,hotshot,star,superstar champion v protect or fight for as a champion defend champion adj holding first place in a contest championship n the status of being a champion title championship n a competition at which a champion is chosen championship n the act of providing approval and support backing,backup,patronage champlain n French explorer in Nova Scotia who established a settlement on the site of modern Quebec (1567-1635) champlain n a lake in northeastern New York, northwestern Vermont and southern Quebec; site of many battles in the French and Indian War and in the Amer chance n a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances opportunity chance n an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another luck,fortune,hazard chance n a risk involving danger chance n a measure of how likely it is that some event will occur; a number expressing the ratio of favorable cases to the whole number of cases poss probability chance v be the case by chance chance v take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome gamble,risk,hazard,adventure chance v come upon, as if by accident; meet with find,happen,bump,encounter chance adj occurring or appearing or singled out by chance casual chanceful adj of uncertain outcome; especially fraught with risk chancy,dicey,dodgy chancel n area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing sanctuary,bema chancellery n a government building housing the office of a chancellor chancellor n the British cabinet minister responsible for finance chancellor n the person who is head of government (in several countries) premier chancellor n the honorary or titular head of a university chancery n a court with jurisdiction in equity chancery n an office of archives for public or ecclesiastic records; a court of public records chancre n a small hard painless nodule at the site of entry of a pathogen (as syphilis) chancy adj of uncertain outcome; especially fraught with risk chanceful,dicey,dodgy chancy adj subject to accident or chance or change flukey,iffy chandelier n branched lighting fixture; often ornate; hangs from the ceiling pendant chandler n United States writer of detective thrillers featuring the character of Philip Marlowe (1888-1959) chandler n a retail dealer in provisions and supplies chandler n a maker (and seller) of candles and soap and oils and paints chang n the longest river of Asia; flows eastward from Tibet into the East China Sea near Shanghai changjiang,yangtze change n an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another alteration,modification change n a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event change n the action of changing something change n the result of alteration or modification change v cause to change; make different; cause a transformation alter,modify change v undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature stay change v become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence alter,vary change v lay aside, abandon, or leave for another switch,shift changeable adj capable of or tending to change in form or quality or nature mutable changeable adj such that alteration is possible; having a marked tendency to change changeable adj subject to change uncertain,unsettled changeable adj varying in color when seen in different lights or from different angles chatoyant,iridescent,shot changed adj made or become different in nature or form unchanged changed adj made or become different in some respect changed adj changed in constitution or structure or composition by metamorphism changeling n a person of subnormal intelligence idiot,imbecile,cretin,moron changeling n a child secretly exchanged for another in infancy changer n a person who changes something modifier changer n an automatic mechanical device on a record player that causes new records to be played without manual intervention changing adj marked by continuous change or effective action changjiang n the longest river of Asia; flows eastward from Tibet into the East China Sea near Shanghai chang,yangtze channel n a path over which electrical signals can pass channel n a passage for water (or other fluids) to flow through channel n a long narrow furrow cut either by a natural process (such as erosion) or by a tool (as e.g. a groove in a phonograph record) groove channel n a deep and relatively narrow body of water (as in a river or a harbor or a strait linking two larger bodies) that allows the best passage fo channel v transmit or serve as the medium for transmission impart,conduct,transmit,convey,carry channel v direct the flow of channel v send from one person or place to another transmit,transfer,transport channels n official routes of communication chant n a repetitive song in which as many syllables as necessary are assigned to a single tone chant v recite with musical intonation; recite as a chant or a psalm intone chant v utter monotonously and repetitively and rhythmically tone,intone chanted adj sung or uttered rhythmically in a monotone chanter n reed pipe with finger holes on which the melody is played chanting n the act of singing in a monotonous tone intonation chaos n a state of extreme confusion and disorder pandemonium,bedlam chaos n the formless and disordered state of matter before the creation of the cosmos chaos n (Greek mythology) the most ancient of gods; the personification of the infinity of space preceding creation of the universe chaos n (physics) a dynamical system that is extremely sensitive to its initial conditions chaotic adj lacking a visible order or organization chaotic adj completely unordered and unpredictable and confusing disorderly chaotic adj of or relating to a sensitive dependence on initial conditions chap n a boy or man fellow,feller,fella,lad,gent,blighter,cuss,bloke chap n a long narrow depression in a surface crevice,cranny,crack,fissure chap n a crack in a lip caused usually by cold chap n (usually in the plural) leather leggings without a seat; joined by a belt; often have flared outer flaps; worn over trousers by cowboys to p chap v crack due to dehydration chaparral n dense vegetation consisting of stunted trees or bushes scrub,bush chapeau n headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim hat,lid chapel n a place of worship that has its own altar chapel n a service conducted in a place of worship that has its own altar chaperon n one who accompanies and supervises a young woman or gatherings of young people chaperone chaperon v accompany as a chaperone chaperone chaperone n one who accompanies and supervises a young woman or gatherings of young people chaperon chaperone v accompany as a chaperone chaperon chapfallen adj brought low in spirit crestfallen,deflated chaplain n a clergyman ministering to some institution chaplet n flower arrangement consisting of a circular band of foliage or flowers for ornamental purposes wreath,garland,coronal,lei chapleted adj provided with a chaplet chaplin n English comedian and film maker; portrayed a downtrodden little man in baggy pants and bowler hat (1889-1977) chapman n United States pioneer who planted apple trees as he traveled (1774-1845) chapman n archaic term for an itinerant peddler chapped adj used of skin roughened as a result of cold or exposure cracked chapter n a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled chapter n any distinct period in history or in a person's life chapter n a local branch of some fraternity or association chapter n an ecclesiastical assembly of the monks in a monastery or even of the canons of a church char n a charred substance char n a human female employed to do housework charwoman,woman char n any of several small trout-like fish of the genus Salvelinus char v burn to charcoal coal char v burn slightly and superficially so as to affect color blacken,sear,scorch chara n green algae common in freshwater lakes of limestone districts character n an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story) character n a characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something quality character n the inherent complex of attributes that determines a persons moral and ethical actions and reactions fiber,fibre character n an actor's portrayal of someone in a play role,part,persona character v engrave or inscribe characters on characteristic n a prominent attribute or aspect of something feature characteristic n a distinguishing quality characteristic n the integer part (positive or negative) of the representation of a logarithm; in the expression log 643 = 2.808 the characteristic is 2 characteristic n any measurable property of a device measured under closely specified conditions characteristic adj typical or distinctive uncharacteristic characteristically adv in characteristic manner uncharacteristically characterization n a graphic or vivid verbal description delineation,depiction,picture characterization n the act of describing distinctive characteristics or essential features characterization n acting the part of a character on stage; dramatically representing the character by speech and action and gesture portrayal,enactment characterize v describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of qualify characterize v be characteristic of charade n a word acted out in an episode of the game of charades charade n making a false outward show masquerade charades n guessing game in which one player pantomimes a word or phrase for others to guess charcoal n a carbonaceous material obtained by heating wood or other organic matter in the absence of air charcoal n a stick of black carbon material used for drawing charcoal n a very dark grey color charcoal n a drawing made with a stick of black carbon material charcoal v draw, trace, or represent with charcoal charcoal adj of a very dark grey chard n beet lacking swollen root; grown as a vegetable for its edible leaves and stalks chard n long succulent whitish stalks with large green leaves chardonnay n white wine grape chardonnay n dry white table wine resembling Chablis but made from Chardonnay grapes charge n an impetuous rush toward someone or something charge n (criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense complaint charge n the price charged for some article or service charge n the quantity of unbalanced electricity in a body (either positive or negative) and construed as an excess or deficiency of electrons charge v to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle charge v blame for, make a claim of wrongdoing or misbehavior against accuse charge v demand payment bill charge v move quickly and violently tear,shoot,buck chargeable adj liable to be accused, or cause for such liability indictable charged adj of a particle or body or system; having a net amount of positive or negative electric charge charged adj fraught with great emotion supercharged charged adj supplied with carbon dioxide charged adj capable of producing violent emotion or arousing controversy charger n formerly a strong swift horse ridden into battle courser charger n a device that can hold a rechargeable battery by means of an electrical cable chariot n a light four-wheel horse-drawn ceremonial carriage chariot n a two-wheeled horse-drawn battle vehicle; used in war and races in ancient Egypt and Greece and Rome chariot v transport in a chariot chariot v ride in a chariot charisma n a personal attractiveness or interestingness that enables you to influence others charismatic adj possessing an extraordinary ability to attract magnetic charitable adj relating to or characterized by charity charitable adj full of love and generosity charitable adj showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity benevolent,kindly,sympathetic charitably adv in a charitable manner charity n a foundation created to promote the public good (not for assistance to any particular individuals) charity n a kindly and lenient attitude toward people charity n an activity or gift that benefits the public at large charity n pinnate-leaved European perennial having bright blue or white flowers charlatan n a flamboyant deceiver; one who attracts customers with tricks or jokes charlemagne n king of the Franks and Holy Roman Emperor; conqueror of the Lombards and Saxons (742-814) carolus,charles charles n King of France from 1560 to 1574 whose reign was dominated by his mother Catherine de Medicis (1550-1574) charles n King of France who began his reign with most of northern France under English control; after the intervention of Jeanne d'Arc the French wer charles n as Charles II he was Holy Roman Emperor and as Charles I he was king of France (823-877) charles n King of England and Scotland and Ireland during the Restoration (1630-1685) charleston n state capital of West Virginia in the central part of the state on the Kanawha river charleston n a port city in southeastern South Carolina charleston n an American ballroom dance in syncopated rhythm; popular early in the 20th century charleston v dance the Charleston charlotte n the largest city in North Carolina; located in south central North Carolina charlotte n a mold lined with cake or crumbs and filled with fruit or whipped cream or custard charm n attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates appeal charm n a verbal formula believed to have magical force spell charm n something believed to bring good luck charm n (physics) one of the six flavors of quark charm v attract; cause to be enamored capture,trance,catch,enamor,captivate,beguile,fascinate,bewitch charm v control by magic spells, as by practicing witchcraft charm v protect through supernatural powers or charms charm v induce into action by using one's charm influence,tempt charmed adj strongly attracted captivated charmed adj filled with wonder and delight beguiled,captivated,delighted,enthralled,entranced charmer n someone with an assured and ingratiating manner smoothie charmer n a person who charms others (usually by personal attractiveness) charming adj pleasing or delighting charming adj possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers magic,magical,witching,wizard charmingly adv in a charming manner charon n (Greek mythology) the ferryman who brought the souls of the dead across the river Styx or the river Acheron to Hades chart n a visual display of information graph chart n a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea chart n (usually plural) a listing of best-selling recorded music chart v make a chart of chart v plan in detail chart v represent by means of a graph graph charter n a document incorporating an institution and specifying its rights; includes the articles of incorporation and the certificate of incorporati charter n a contract to hire or lease transportation charter v hold under a lease or rental agreement; of goods and services rent,hire,lease charter v grant a charter to charter v engage for service under a term of contract lease,rent,hire,engage,take chartered adj hired for the exclusive temporary use of a group of travelers hired,leased unchartered charterhouse n a Carthusian monastery chartist n a 19th century English reformer who advocated better social and economic conditions for working people chartist n a stock market analyst who tries to predict market trends from graphs of recent prices of securities chartreuse n aromatic green or yellow liqueur flavored with orange peel and hyssop and peppermint oils; made at monastery near Grenoble, France chartreuse n a shade of green tinged with yellow chartreuse adj of something having the yellowish green color of Chartreuse liqueur charwoman n a human female employed to do housework char,woman chary adj characterized by great caution and wariness cagey chase n the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture pursuit,pursual,following chase n United States politician and jurist who served as chief justice of the United States Supreme Court (1808-1873) chase n a rectangular metal frame used in letterpress printing to hold together the pages or columns of composed type that are printed at one time chase v go after with the intent to catch trail,tail,tag,dog,track chase v pursue someone sexually or romantically chase v cut a groove into chase v cut a furrow into a columns furrow,chamfer chased n a person who is being chased pursued chaser n a person who is pursuing and trying to overtake or capture pursuer chaser n a drink to follow immediately after another drink chasm n a deep opening in the earth's surface chasse n (ballet) quick gliding steps with one foot always leading sashay chasse v perform a chasse step, in ballet sashay chassis n alternative names for the body of a human being soma,build,figure,physique,anatomy,shape,bod,frame chassis n a metal mounting for the circuit components of an electronic device chassis n the skeleton of a motor vehicle consisting of a steel frame supported on springs that holds the body and motor chaste adj morally pure (especially not having experienced sexual intercourse) chaste adj pure and simple in design or style chaste adj abstaining from unlawful sexual intercourse chasten v censure severely chastise,castigate,correct chasten v change by restraining or moderating temper chasten v correct by punishment or discipline tame,subdue chastise v censure severely castigate,chasten,correct chastisement n verbal punishment chastisement n a rebuke for making a mistake correction chastity n abstaining from sexual relations (as because of religious vows) celibacy chastity n morality with respect to sexual relations virtue chasuble n a long sleeveless vestment worn by a priest when celebrating Mass chat n an informal conversation confab,confabulation,schmooze chat n birds having a chattering call chat n songbirds having a chattering call chat v talk socially without exchanging too much information confab,chitchat,chatter,chaffer,natter,gossip,jaw,claver chateau n an impressive country house (or castle) in France chatelaine n the mistress of a chateau or large country house chatelaine n a chain formerly worn at the waist by women; for carrying a purse or bunch of keys etc. chatoyant adj varying in color when seen in different lights or from different angles changeable,iridescent,shot chattanooga n a city in eastern Tennessee chattanooga n in the American Civil War (1863) the Union armies of Hooker, Thomas, and Sherman under the command of Ulysses S. Grant won a decisive victor chattel n personal as opposed to real property; any tangible movable property (furniture or domestic animals or a car etc) movable chatter n noisy talk yak,cackle chatter n the rapid series of noises made by the parts of a machine chattering chatter n the high-pitched continuing noise made by animals (birds or monkeys) chattering chatter v click repeatedly or uncontrollably click chatter v cut unevenly with a chattering tool chatter v talk socially without exchanging too much information chat,confab,chitchat,chaffer,natter,gossip,jaw,claver chatter v speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly piffle,prate,twaddle,clack,maunder,prattle,blab,gibber chatterbox n orchid growing along streams or ponds of western North America having leafy stems and 1 greenish-brown and pinkish flower in the axil of eac chatterbox n an obnoxious and foolish and loquacious talker babbler,prater,magpie chattering n the rapid series of noises made by the parts of a machine chatter chattering n the high-pitched continuing noise made by animals (birds or monkeys) chatter chatty adj full of trivial conversation gabby,garrulous,loquacious,talkative,talky chatty adj prone to friendly informal communication gossipy,newsy chaucer n English poet remembered as author of the Canterbury Tales (1340-1400) chauffeur n a man paid to drive a privately owned car chauffeur v drive someone in a vehicle chauvinism n fanatical patriotism jingoism chauvinism n activity indicative of belief in the superiority of men over women antifeminism chauvinist n a person with a prejudiced belief in the superiority of his or her own kind chauvinist n an extreme bellicose nationalist chauvinistic adj of or relating to persons convinced of the superiority of their own gender or kind chauvinistic adj fanatically patriotic jingoistic,nationalistic chavez n Mexican composer of nationalistic works using themes from Indian folk music (1899-1978) chavez n United States labor leader who organized farm workers (born 1927) chaw n a wad of something chewable as tobacco chew,cud,quid,plug,wad chaw v chew without swallowing cheap adj relatively low in price or charging low prices inexpensive expensive cheap adj tastelessly showy brassy,flash,flashy,garish,gaudy,loud,tacky,tatty cheap adj of very poor quality; flimsy bum,cheesy,crummy,punk,sleazy,tinny cheap adj embarrassingly stingy cheapen v lower the grade of something; reduce its worth degrade cheaply adv in a stingy manner cheaply adv in a cheap manner inexpensively expensively cheaply adv with little expenditure of money inexpensively cheapness n a price below the standard price cheapness n tastelessness by virtue of being cheap and vulgar tat,sleaze cheapskate n a miserly person tightwad cheat n weedy annual grass often occurs in grainfields and other cultivated land; seeds sometimes considered poisonous darnel,tare cheat n weedy annual native to Europe but widely distributed as a weed especially in wheat chess cheat n someone who leads you to believe something that is not true deceiver,cheater,trickster,slicker cheat n the act of swindling by some fraudulent scheme swindle,rig cheat v deprive somebody of something by deceit chisel cheat v defeat someone through trickery or deceit chouse,shaft,screw,chicane,jockey cheat v engage in deceitful behavior; practice trickery or fraud chisel cheat v be sexually unfaithful to one's partner in marriage cuckold,betray,wander cheater n someone who leads you to believe something that is not true deceiver,cheat,trickster,slicker cheatgrass n annual or winter annual grass with softly hairy leaves of the Mediterranean cheating n a deception for profit to yourself cheat cheating adj not faithful to a spouse or lover adulterous cheating adj violating accepted standards or rules dirty,foul,unsportsmanlike chechen n a native or inhabitant of Chechnya chechen n a northern Caucasian language spoken by the Chechen chechen adj of or relating to Chechnya or its people or culture chechnya n an autonomous republic in southwestern Russia in the northern Caucasus Mountains bordering on Georgia; declared independence from the USSR i check n a written order directing a bank to pay money cheque check n an appraisal of the state of affairs assay check n the bill in a restaurant chit,tab check n the state of inactivity following an interruption arrest,halt,hitch,stay,stop,stoppage check v examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition check v make an examination or investigation check v be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something see,insure,ensure,control,ascertain,assure check v lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits control,hold,contain,curb,moderate checkbook n a book issued to holders of checking accounts chequebook checked adj patterned with alternating squares of color checkered checker n an attendant who checks coats or baggage checker n one who checks the correctness of something checker n one of the flat round pieces used in playing the game of checkers chequer checker v mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on check,chequer checker v variegate with different colors, shades, or patterns chequer checkerboard n a board having 64 squares of two alternating colors checkered adj patterned with alternating squares of color checked checkered adj marked by changeable fortune checkers n a checkerboard game for two players who each have 12 pieces; the object is to jump over and so capture the opponent's pieces draughts checklist n a list of items (names or tasks etc.) to be checked or consulted checkmate n complete victory checkmate n a chess move constituting an inescapable and indefensible attack on the opponent's king mate checkmate v place an opponent's king under an attack from which it cannot escape and thus ending the game mate checkout n the act of inspecting or verifying check checkout n the latest time for vacating a hotel room checkout n a counter in a supermarket where you pay for your purchases checkpoint n a place (as at a frontier) where travellers are stopped for inspection and clearance checkup n a thorough physical examination; includes a variety of tests depending on the age and sex and health of the person medical cheddar n a village in southwestern England where cheddar cheese was first made cheddar n hard smooth-textured cheese; originally made in Cheddar in southwestern England cheek n either side of the face below the eyes cheek n an impudent statement impudence,impertinence cheek n either of the two large fleshy masses of muscular tissue that form the human rump buttock cheek n impudent aggressiveness boldness,nerve,brass,face cheek v speak impudently to cheekbone n the arch of bone beneath the eye that forms the prominence of the cheek malar cheeky adj offensively bold brash,nervy cheep n the short weak cry of a young bird peep cheep v make high-pitched sounds peep,chirp,chirrup cheer n a cry or shout of approval cheer n the quality of being cheerful and dispelling gloom cheerfulness,sunshine cheer v give encouragement to hearten,recreate,embolden cheer v show approval or good wishes by shouting cheer v cause (somebody) to feel happier or more cheerful cheer v become cheerful complain cheerful adj being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits depressing cheerful adj pleasantly (even unrealistically) optimistic upbeat cheerfully adv in a cheerful manner cheerfulness n the quality of being cheerful and dispelling gloom cheer,sunshine cheerfulness n a feeling of spontaneous good spirits cheering n encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators shouting cheering adj providing freedom from worry comforting,satisfying cheerio n a farewell remark adieu,adios,bye,goodbye,sayonara cheerlead v act as a cheerleader in a sports event cheerleader n an enthusiastic and vocal supporter cheerleader n someone who leads the cheers by spectators at a sporting event cheery adj bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer gay,sunny cheese n a solid food prepared from the pressed curd of milk cheese n erect or decumbent Old World perennial with axillary clusters of rosy-purple flowers; introduced in United States cheese v used in the imperative (get away, or stop it) cheese v wind onto a cheese cheeseburger n a hamburger with melted cheese on it cheesecake n made with sweetened cream cheese and eggs and cream baked in a crumb crust cheesecake n a photograph of an attractive woman in minimal attire cheesy adj of very poor quality; flimsy bum,cheap,crummy,punk,sleazy,tinny cheetah n long-legged spotted cat of Africa and southwestern Asia having nonretractile claws; the swiftest mammal; can be trained to run down game chef n a professional cook chekhov n Russian dramatist whose plays are concerned with the difficulty of communication between people (1860-1904) chela n a Hindu disciple of a swami chela n a grasping structure on the limb of a crustacean or other arthropods claw,nipper,pincer chelate n a heterocyclic compound having a metal ion attached by coordinate bonds to at least two nonmetal ions chelate v form a chelate, in chemistry chelate adj relating to or characterized by chelation chelate adj having or resembling chelae or claws chelicera n either of the first pair of fang-like appendages near the mouth of an arachnid; often modified for grasping and piercing chelifer n a genus of Chelonethida chemical n material produced by or used in a reaction involving changes in atoms or molecules chemical adj relating to or used in chemistry chemical adj of or made from or using substances produced by or used in reactions involving atomic or molecular changes chemically adv with chemicals chemically adv with respect to chemistry chemise n a woman's sleeveless undergarment shimmy,shift,slip,teddy chemise n a loose-fitting dress hanging straight from the shoulders without a waist sack,shift chemist n a scientist who specializes in chemistry chemist n a health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing drugs pharmacist,druggist,apothecary chemistry n the science of matter; the branch of the natural sciences dealing with the composition of substances and their properties and reactions chemistry n the chemical composition and properties of a substance or object chemistry n the way two individuals relate to each other alchemy chemotherapy n the use of chemical agents to treat or control disease (or mental illness) chen n wild goose having white adult plumage chenille n a soft tufted cord used in embroidery chenille n a heavy fabric woven with chenille cord; used in rugs and bedspreads chennai n a city in Tamil Nadu on the Bay of Bengal; formerly Madras madras cheops n Egyptian Pharaoh of the 27th century BC who commissioned the Great Pyramid at Giza cheque n a written order directing a bank to pay money check cheque v withdraw money by writing a check chequebook n a book issued to holders of checking accounts checkbook chequer n one of the flat round pieces used in playing the game of checkers checker chequer v mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on check,checker chequer v variegate with different colors, shades, or patterns checker cherbourg n a port town in northwestern France on the English Channel; site of a naval base cherimoya n small tropical American tree bearing round or oblong fruit cherimoya n large tropical fruit with leathery skin and soft pulp; related to custard apples cherish v be fond of; be attached to treasure cherished adj characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for precious,treasured,wanted chernobyl n a city in north central Ukraine; site of a major disaster at a nuclear power plant (26 April 1986) cherokee n the Iroquoian language spoken by the Cherokee cherokee n a member of an Iroquoian people formerly living in the Appalachian Mountains but now chiefly in Oklahoma cheroot n a cigar with both ends cut flat cherry n wood of any of various cherry trees especially the black cherry cherry n any of numerous trees and shrubs producing a small fleshy round fruit with a single hard stone; many also produce a valuable hardwood cherry n a red fruit with a single hard stone cherry n a red the color of ripe cherries cerise cherry adj of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies red,reddish,ruddy,carmine,cerise,crimson,ruby,scarlet chert n variety of silica containing microcrystalline quartz cherub n a sweet innocent baby cherub n an angel of the second order whose gift is knowledge; usually portrayed as a winged child cherubic adj having a sweet nature befitting an angel or cherub angelic,sweet chervil n aromatic annual Old World herb cultivated for its finely divided and often curly leaves for use especially in soups and salads chervil n fresh ferny parsley-like leaves used as a garnish with chicken and veal and omelets and green salads and spinach chess n weedy annual native to Europe but widely distributed as a weed especially in wheat cheat chess n a board game for two players who move their 16 pieces according to specific rules; the object is to checkmate the opponent's king chessboard n a checkerboard used to play chess chessman n any of 16 white and 16 black pieces used in playing the game of chess chest n the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates thorax chest n box with a lid; used for storage; usually large and sturdy chest n the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen breast chest n furniture with drawers for keeping clothes bureau,dresser chester n a city of southeastern Pennsylvania on the Delaware river (an industrial suburb of Philadelphia) chesterfield n suave and witty English statesman remembered mostly for letters to his son (1694-1773) chesterfield n an overstuffed davenport with upright armrests chesterfield n a fitted overcoat with a velvet collar chesterton n conservative English writer of the Roman Catholic persuasion; in addition to volumes of criticism and polemics he wrote detective novels fea chestnut n wood of any of various chestnut trees of the genus Castanea chestnut n any of several attractive deciduous trees yellow-brown in autumn; yield a hard wood and edible nuts in a prickly bur chestnut n edible nut of any of various chestnut trees of the genus Castanea chestnut n the brown color of chestnuts chestnut adj (of hair or feathers) of a golden brown to reddish brown color chesty adj marked by a large or well-developed chest chesty adj having or showing feelings of unwarranted importance out of overbearing pride arrogant chevalier n French actor and cabaret singer (1888-1972) chevalier n a gallant or courtly gentleman cavalier cheviot n hardy hornless sheep of the Cheviot Hills noted for its short thick wool chevron n V-shaped sleeve badge indicating military rank and service stripe,stripes chevron n an inverted V-shaped charge chevy v annoy continually or chronically harass,hassle,harry,beset,plague,molest,provoke chew n a wad of something chewable as tobacco chaw,cud,quid,plug,wad chew n biting and grinding food in your mouth so it becomes soft enough to swallow chewing chew v chew (food); to bite and grind with the teeth jaw chewer n someone who chews (especially someone who chews tobacco) chewing n biting and grinding food in your mouth so it becomes soft enough to swallow chew chewy adj requiring much chewing chewy adj (of a consistency) requiring chewing cheyenne n the capital and largest city of Wyoming; located in the southeastern corner of the state cheyenne n the Algonquian language spoken by the Cheyenne cheyenne n a member of a North American Indian people living on the western plains (now living in Oklahoma and Montana) chi n the circulating life energy that in Chinese philosophy is thought to be inherent in all things; in traditional Chinese medicine the balance qi,ki chi n the 22nd letter of the Greek alphabet chian adj of or relating to Chios chianti n dry red Italian table wine from the Chianti region of Tuscany chic n elegance by virtue of being fashionable chichi,smartness,swank chic adj elegant and stylish smart chicago n largest city in Illinois; a bustling Great Lakes port that extends 26 miles along the southwestern shoreline of Lake Michigan chicago n a gambling card game in which chips are placed on the ace and king and queen and jack of separate suits (taken from a separate deck); a play michigan,newmarket,boodle,stops chicane n a bridge hand that is void of trumps chicane n a movable barrier used in motor racing; sometimes placed before a dangerous corner to reduce speed as cars pass in single file chicane n the use of tricks to deceive someone (usually to extract money from them) trickery,chicanery,guile,wile,shenanigan chicane v defeat someone through trickery or deceit cheat,chouse,shaft,screw,jockey chicane v raise trivial objections cavil,carp chicanery n the use of tricks to deceive someone (usually to extract money from them) trickery,chicane,guile,wile,shenanigan chicha n an oriental tobacco pipe with a long flexible tube connected to a container where the smoke is cooled by passing through water hookah,shisha chichi n someone who dresses in a trendy fashionable way chichi n elegance by virtue of being fashionable chic,smartness,swank chichi adj affectedly trendy and fashionable chick n young bird especially of domestic fowl biddy chick n informal terms for a (young) woman dame,doll,wench,skirt,bird chickasaw n a member of the Muskhogean people formerly living in northern Mississippi chickasaw n the Muskhogean language of the Chickasaw chicken n the flesh of a chicken used for food chicken n a domestic fowl bred for flesh or eggs; believed to have been developed from the red jungle fowl chicken n a person who lacks confidence, is irresolute and wishy-washy wimp,crybaby chicken n a foolhardy competition; a dangerous activity that is continued until one competitor becomes afraid and stops chicken adj easily frightened yellow chickenpox n an acute contagious disease caused by herpes varicella zoster virus; causes a rash of vesicles on the face and body chickpea n the seed of the chickpea plant chickpea n Asiatic herb cultivated for its short pods with one or two edible seeds chickpea n large white roundish Asiatic legume; usually dried chickweed n any of various plants of the genus Stellaria chickweed n any of various plants related to the common chickweed chicle n gum-like substance from the sapodilla chico n United States comedian; one of four brothers who made motion pictures together (1891-1961) marx chicory n the dried root of the chicory plant: used as a coffee substitute chicory n perennial Old World herb having rayed flower heads with blue florets cultivated for its root and its heads of crisp edible leaves used in sa chicory n root of the chicory plant roasted and ground to substitute for or adulterate coffee chicory n crisp spiky leaves with somewhat bitter taste chide v censure severely or angrily rebuke,rag,trounce,lecture,reprimand,jaw,scold,berate chiding n rebuking a person harshly scolding chief n a person who is in charge head chief n a person who exercises control over workers foreman,gaffer,honcho,boss chief n the head of a tribe or clan headman,chieftain chief adj most important element main,primary,principal,master chiefly adv for the most part principally,primarily,mainly chieftain n the leader of a group of people captain chieftain n the head of a tribe or clan headman,chief chiffon n a sheer fabric of silk or rayon chigger n small tropical flea; the fertile female burrows under the skin of the host including humans chigger n larval mite that sucks the blood of vertebrates including human beings causing intense irritation jigger chihuahua n a city in northern Mexico in the state of Chihuahua; commercial center of northern Mexico chihuahua n a state in northern Mexico; mostly high plateau chihuahua n an old breed of tiny short-haired dog with protruding eyes from Mexico held to antedate Aztec civilization chilblain n inflammation of the hands and feet caused by exposure to cold and moisture chilblains chilblains n inflammation of the hands and feet caused by exposure to cold and moisture chilblain child n a young person of either sex kid,youngster,minor,shaver,nipper,tyke,fry,nestling child n a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age kid parent child n an immature childish person baby child n a member of a clan or tribe childbearing n the parturition process in human beings; having a baby; the process of giving birth to a child childbirth,accouchement childbearing adj relating to or suitable for childbirth childbed n concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child labor,labour,confinement,travail childbirth n the parturition process in human beings; having a baby; the process of giving birth to a child childbearing,accouchement childcare n a service involving care for other people's children childhood n the time of person's life when they are a child childhood n the state of a child between infancy and adolescence childish adj indicating a lack of maturity infantile childishness n a property characteristic of a child childless adj without offspring childlessness n the condition of being without offspring childlike adj befitting a young child childlike adj exhibiting childlike simplicity and credulity simple chile n a republic in southern South America on the western slopes of the Andes on the south Pacific coast chile n very hot and finely tapering pepper of special pungency chili,chilly chilean n a native or inhabitant of Chile chilean adj of or relating to or characteristic of Chile or its people chili n ground beef and chili peppers or chili powder often with tomatoes and kidney beans chili n very hot and finely tapering pepper of special pungency chilly,chile chiliast n a person who believes in the coming of the millennium (a time of great peace and prosperity) chill n coldness due to a cold environment chill n an almost pleasurable sensation of fright shiver,quiver,shudder,thrill,tingle chill n a sensation of cold that often marks the start of an infection and the development of a fever shivering chill n a sudden numbing dread pall chill v depress or discourage chill v make cool or cooler cool chill v loose heat cool chiller n excitation that makes your hair stand up or that chills your bones chilling n the process of becoming cooler; a falling temperature cooling chilling adj provoking fear terror scary,shivery chilly n very hot and finely tapering pepper of special pungency chili,chile chilly adj not characterized by emotion chilly adj appreciably or disagreeably cold chilly adj lacking warmth of feeling chime n a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument bell,gong chime v emit a sound chimera n (Greek mythology) fire-breathing female monster with a lion's head and a goat's body and a serpent's tail; daughter of Typhon chimera n a grotesque product of the imagination chimerical adj being or relating to or like a chimera chimerical adj produced by a wildly fanciful imagination chimney n a vertical flue that provides a path through which smoke from a fire is carried away through the wall or roof of a building chimney n a glass flue surrounding the wick of an oil lamp chimp n intelligent somewhat arboreal ape of equatorial African forests chimpanzee chimpanzee n intelligent somewhat arboreal ape of equatorial African forests chimp chin n the protruding part of the lower jaw mentum chin n Kamarupan languages spoken in western Burma and Bangladesh and easternmost India chin v raise oneself while hanging from one's hands until one's chin is level with the support bar china n a communist nation that covers a vast territory in eastern Asia; the most populous country in the world cathay china n high quality porcelain originally made only in China china n a government on the island of Taiwan established in 1949 by Chiang Kai-shek after the conquest of mainland China by the Communists led by Ma taiwan china n dishware made of high quality porcelain chinaware chinaware n dishware made of high quality porcelain china chinch n bug of temperate regions that infests especially beds and feeds on human blood bedbug chinchilla n the expensive silvery grey fur of the chinchilla chinchilla n a thick twilled fabric of wool and cotton chinchilla n small rodent with soft pearly grey fur; native to the Andes but bred in captivity for fur chine n cut of meat or fish including at least part of the backbone chine n backbone of an animal chine v cut through the backbone of an animal chinese n any of the Sino-Tibetan languages spoken in China; regarded as dialects of a single language (even though they are mutually unintelligible) chinese n a native or inhabitant of Communist China or of Nationalist China chinese adj of or pertaining to China or its peoples or cultures chinese adj of or relating to or characteristic of the island republic on Taiwan or its residents or their language taiwanese chino n a coarse twilled cotton fabric frequently used for uniforms chinook n a warm dry wind blowing down the eastern slopes of the Rockies chinook n a member of an important North American Indian people who controlled the mouth of the Columbia river; they were organized into settlements r chinook n pink or white flesh of large Pacific salmon chinook n a Penutian language spoken by the Chinook chintz n a brightly printed and glazed cotton fabric chip n a small fragment of something broken off from the whole bit,flake,fleck,scrap chip n a triangular wooden float attached to the end of a log line chip n a piece of dried bovine dung chip n a thin crisp slice of potato fried in deep fat crisp chip v break off (a piece from a whole) chip v cut a nick into nick chip v play a chip shot chip v form by chipping chipmunk n a burrowing ground squirrel of western America and Asia; has cheek pouches and a light and dark stripe running down the body chipotle n a ripe jalapeno that has been dried for use in cooking chippendale n a British cabinetmaker remembered for his graceful designs (especially of chairs) which influenced his contemporaries (1718-1779) chippendale adj of or relating to an 18th-century style of furniture made by Thomas Chippendale; graceful outlines and Greek motifs and massive rococo carvi chipper adj having a cheerful, lively, and self-confident air debonair,jaunty chipping n the act of chipping something chip,splintering chips n strips of potato fried in deep fat fries chiron n (Greek mythology) the learned centaur who tutored Achilles, Asclepius, Hercules, Jason, and other heroes chiron n an asteroid discovered in 1977; it is unique in having an orbit lying mainly between the orbits of Saturn and Uranus chiropractic n a method of treatment that manipulates body structures (especially the spine) to relieve low back pain or even headache or high blood pressu chiropractor n a therapist who practices chiropractic chirp n a sharp sound made by small birds or insects chirp v make high-pitched sounds peep,cheep,chirrup chirp v sing in modulation tweedle chirpy adj (birds or insects) characterized by or tending to chirp chirpy adj characterized by liveliness and lightheartedness buoyant,perky chirr v make a vibrant noise, of grasshoppers or cicadas chirrup n a series of chirps twitter chirrup v make high-pitched sounds peep,cheep,chirp chisel n an edge tool with a flat steel blade with a cutting edge chisel v engage in deceitful behavior; practice trickery or fraud cheat chisel v deprive somebody of something by deceit cheat chisel v carve with a chisel chiseled adj having a clean and distinct outline as if precisely cut along the edges chit n a dismissive term for a girl who is immature or who lacks respect chit n the bill in a restaurant check,tab chitchat n light informal conversation for social occasions gab,gabfest,gossip chitchat v talk socially without exchanging too much information chat,confab,chatter,chaffer,natter,gossip,jaw,claver chitin n a tough semitransparent horny substance; the principal component of the exoskeletons of arthropods and the cell walls of certain fungi chitinous adj of or resembling chitin chiton n a woolen tunic worn by men and women in ancient Greece chiton n primitive elongated bilaterally symmetrical marine mollusk having a mantle covered with eight calcareous plates chitter v make high-pitched sounds, as of birds twitter chitterlings n small intestines of hogs prepared as food chivalry n courtesy towards women gallantry chivalry n the medieval principles governing knighthood and knightly conduct chive n perennial having hollow cylindrical leaves used for seasoning chives chives n perennial having hollow cylindrical leaves used for seasoning chive chives n cylindrical leaves used fresh as a mild onion-flavored seasoning chlamydia n a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria of the genus Chlamydia chlamydia n coccoid rickettsia infesting birds and mammals; cause infections of eyes and lungs and genitourinary tract chlorate n any salt of chloric acid chloride n any compound containing a chlorine atom chloride n any salt of hydrochloric acid (containing the chloride ion) chlorinate v treat or combine with chlorine chlorinate v disinfect with chlorine chlorine n a common nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; best known as a heavy yellow irritating toxic gas; used to purify water and as a ble chloroform n a volatile liquid haloform (CHCl3); formerly used as an anesthetic chloroform v anesthetize with chloroform chlorophyll n any of a group of green pigments found in photosynthetic organisms; there are four naturally occurring forms chloroplast n plastid containing chlorophyll and other pigments; in plants that carry out photosynthesis chloroprene n derivative of butadiene used in making neoprene by polymerization choc n colloquial British abbreviation chock n a block of wood used to prevent the sliding or rolling of a heavy object wedge chock v secure with chocks chock v support on chocks chock adv as completely as possible chocolate n a beverage made from cocoa powder and milk and sugar; usually drunk hot cocoa chocolate n a food made from roasted ground cacao beans chocolate n a medium brown to dark-brown color coffee,umber choice n the person or thing chosen or selected pick,selection choice n the act of choosing or selecting selection,option,pick choice n one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen option,alternative choice adj of superior grade prime,prize,quality,select choice adj appealing to refined taste choir n a chorus that sings as part of a religious ceremony choir n a family of similar musical instrument playing together consort choir n the area occupied by singers; the part of the chancel between sanctuary and nave choir v sing in a choir chorus choke n a coil of low resistance and high inductance used in electrical circuits to pass direct current and attenuate alternating current choke n a valve that controls the flow of air into the carburetor of a gasoline engine choke v breathe with great difficulty, as when experiencing a strong emotion choke v be too tight; rub or press gag,fret choke v wring the neck of scrag choke v constrict (someone's) throat and keep from breathing strangle choked adj stopped up; clogged up clogged choker n someone who kills by strangling strangler choker n an unfortunate person who is unable to perform effectively because of nervous tension or agitation choker n necklace that fits tightly around a woman's neck collar choker n a high tight collar ruff,ruffle chokey n British slang (dated) for a prison choking n a condition caused by blocking the airways to the lungs (as with food or swelling of the larynx) choking n the act of suffocating (someone) by constricting the windpipe strangling,strangulation,throttling choler n an irritable petulant feeling irritability,fretfulness,petulance choler n a strong emotion; a feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance anger,ire choler n a humor that was once believed to be secreted by the liver and to cause irritability and anger cholera n an acute intestinal infection caused by ingestion of contaminated water or food choleric adj easily moved to anger choleric adj quickly aroused to anger irascible choleric adj characterized by anger irascible cholesterol n an animal sterol that is normally synthesized by the liver; the most abundant steroid in animal tissues choline n a B-complex vitamin that is a constituent of lecithin; essential in the metabolism of fat cholla n arborescent cacti having very spiny cylindrical stem segments; southwestern United States and Mexico chomp n the act of gripping or chewing off with the teeth and jaws bite chomp v chew noisily champ chomping n the act of chewing noisily chon n 100 chon equal 1 won in South Korea chon n 100 chon equal 1 won in North Korea choose v pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives take,select choose v select as an alternative over another prefer,opt choose v see fit or proper to act in a certain way; decide to act in a certain way chooser n a person who chooses or selects out picker choosy adj difficult to please chop n the irregular motion of waves (usually caused by wind blowing in a direction opposite to the tide) chop n a small cut of meat including part of a rib chop n a jaw chop n a tennis return made with a downward motion that puts backspin on the ball chop v cut into pieces chop v move suddenly chop v form or shape by chopping chop v strike sharply, as in some sports chopin n the music of Chopin chopin n United States writer who described Creole life in Louisiana (1851-1904) chopin n French composer (born in Poland) and pianist of the romantic school (1810-1849) chopped adj prepared by cutting shredded,sliced chopper n a grounder that bounces high in the air chop chopper n informal terms for a human `tooth' pearly chopper n an aircraft without wings that obtains its lift from the rotation of overhead blades helicopter chopper n a butcher's knife having a large square blade cleaver choppy adj marked by abrupt transitions jerky choppy adj rough with small waves chopstick n one of a pair of slender sticks used as oriental tableware to eat food with choral n a stately Protestant (especially Lutheran) hymn tune choral adj related to or written for or performed by a chorus or choir chord n a straight line connecting two points on a curve chord n a combination of three or more notes that blend harmoniously when sounded together chord v play chords on (a stringed instrument) chord v bring into consonance, harmony, or accord while making music or singing harmonize chordal adj relating to or consisting of or emphasizing chords chordata n comprises true vertebrates and animals having a notochord chordate n any animal of the phylum Chordata having a notochord or spinal column chordate adj of or relating to or characteristic of the Chordata chore n a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee job,task chorea n chorea in dogs chorea n any of several degenerative nervous disorders characterized by spasmodic movements of the body and limbs choreograph v compose a sequence of dance steps, often to music choreograph v plan and oversee the development and details of choreographer n someone who creates new dances choreographic adj of or concerned with choreography choreography n a show involving artistic dancing choreography n the representation of dancing by symbols as music is represented by notes choreography n a notation used by choreographers choric adj relating to or written for or in the style of a Greek chorus chorine n a woman who dances in a chorus line showgirl chorizo n a spicy Spanish pork sausage chortle n a soft partly suppressed laugh chuckle chortle v laugh quietly or with restraint chuckle chorus n any utterance produced simultaneously by a group chorus n a group of people assembled to sing together chorus n the part of a song where a soloist is joined by a group of singers refrain chorus n a body of dancers or singers who perform together chorus v utter in unison chorus v sing in a choir choir chosen n one who is the object of choice; who is given preference chosen n the name for Korea as a Japanese province (1910-1945) chosen n an exclusive group of people elect chou n the imperial dynasty of China from 1122 to 221 BC; notable for the rise of Confucianism and Taoism zhou,chow chou n any of various types of cabbage cabbage chou n puff filled with cream or custard chough n a European corvine bird of small or medium size with red legs and glossy black plumage chouse v defeat someone through trickery or deceit cheat,shaft,screw,chicane,jockey chow n the imperial dynasty of China from 1122 to 221 BC; notable for the rise of Confucianism and Taoism zhou,chou chow n informal terms for a meal chuck,eats,grub chow n breed of medium-sized dogs with a thick coat and fluffy curled tails and distinctive blue-black tongues; believed to have originated in nort chowder n a thick soup or stew made with milk and bacon and onions and potatoes chrism n a consecrated ointment consisting of a mixture of oil and balsam chrisom chrisom n a consecrated ointment consisting of a mixture of oil and balsam chrism christ n a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29) jesus,savior,deliverer christ n any expected deliverer messiah christen v administer baptism to baptize christendom n the collective body of Christians throughout the world and history (found predominantly in Europe and the Americas and Australia) christianity christening n giving a Christian name at baptism christian n a religious person who believes Jesus is the Christ and who is a member of a Christian denomination christian adj relating to or characteristic of Christianity christian adj following the teachings or manifesting the qualities or spirit of Jesus Christ christianity n a monotheistic system of beliefs and practices based on the Old Testament and the teachings of Jesus as embodied in the New Testament and em christianity n the collective body of Christians throughout the world and history (found predominantly in Europe and the Americas and Australia) christendom christianization n conversion to Christianity christianize v adapt in the name of Christianity christianize v convert to Christianity christie n prolific English writer of detective stories (1890-1976) christmas n period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6 christmastime,yule,yuletide,noel christmas n a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Christ; a quarter day in England, Wales, and Ireland xmas christmastime n period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6 christmas,yule,yuletide,noel christopher n Christian martyr and patron saint of travellers (3rd century) chroma n chromatic purity: freedom from dilution with white and hence vivid in hue saturation,intensity,vividness chromatogram n the recording (column or paper strip) on which the constituents of a mixture are adsorbed in chromatography chromatography n a process used for separating mixtures by virtue of differences in absorbency chrome n another word for chromium when it is used in dyes or pigments chrome v plate with chromium chrome v treat with a chromium compound chromium n a hard brittle multivalent metallic element; resistant to corrosion and tarnishing chromosomal adj of or relating to a chromosome chromosome n a threadlike strand of DNA in the cell nucleus that carries the genes in a linear order chronic adj being long-lasting and recurrent or characterized by long suffering acute chronic adj of long duration continuing chronic adj habitual inveterate chronically adv in a habitual and longstanding manner inveterate chronically adv in a slowly developing and long lasting manner acutely chronicle n a record or narrative description of past events history,account,story chronicle v record in chronological order; make a historical record chronicler n someone who writes chronicles chronological adj relating to or arranged according to temporal order chronologically adv with respect to chronology chronology n an arrangement of events in time chronology n a record of events in the order of their occurrence chronology n the determination of the actual temporal sequence of past events chrysalis n pupa of a moth or butterfly enclosed in a cocoon chrysanthemum n the flower of a chrysanthemum plant chrysanthemum n any of numerous perennial Old World herbs having showy brightly colored flower heads of the genera Chrysanthemum, Argyranthemum, Dendranthem chub n European freshwater game fish with a thick spindle-shaped body chubby adj sufficiently fat so as to have a pleasing fullness of figure plump chuck n informal terms for a meal chow,eats,grub chuck n the part of a forequarter from the neck to the ribs and including the shoulder blade chuck n a holding device consisting of adjustable jaws that center a workpiece in a lathe or center a tool in a drill chuck v throw carelessly toss chuck v throw away ditch chuck v pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin pat chuck v eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth vomit,purge,cast,sick,cat,disgorge,retch,puke chuckle n a soft partly suppressed laugh chortle chuckle v laugh quietly or with restraint chortle chuff v blow hard and loudly puff,huff chug n the dull explosive noise made by an engine chug v make a dull, explosive sound chukchi n a member of an indigenous people living on the Chukchi Peninsula chukchi n an indigenous and isolated language of unknown origin spoken by the Chukchi that is pronounced differently by men and women chukker n (polo) one of six divisions into which a polo match is divided chum n a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities buddy,brother,crony,pal,sidekick chum n bait consisting of chopped fish and fish oils that are dumped overboard to attract fish chum n a large Pacific salmon with small spots on its back; an important food fish chummy adj (used colloquially) having the relationship of friends or pals matey chummy adj (used informally) associated on close terms thick chump n a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of fool,gull,mark,patsy,sucker,mug chunk n a compact mass ball,clod,glob,lump,clump chunk n a substantial amount chunk v put together indiscriminately lump chunk v group or chunk together in a certain order or place side by side collocate,lump chunky adj like or containing small sticky lumps lumpy chunky adj short and thick; as e.g. having short legs and heavy musculature dumpy,squat,squatty,stumpy church n one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship church n a place for public (especially Christian) worship church n a service conducted in a house of worship church n the body of people who attend or belong to a particular local church church v perform a special church rite or service for churchgoer n a religious person who goes to church regularly churchgoing adj actively practicing a religion churchill n English general considered one of the greatest generals in history (1650-1722) churchill n British statesman and leader during World War II; received Nobel prize for literature in 1953 (1874-1965) churchill n a Canadian town in northern Manitoba on Hudson Bay; important port for shipping grain churchillian adj of or relating to or suggestive of Winston Churchill churchman n a clergyman or other person in religious orders cleric,divine,ecclesiastic churchyard n the yard associated with a church churl n a crude uncouth ill-bred person lacking culture or refinement peasant,barbarian,boor,goth,tyke churl n a selfish person who is unwilling to give or spend skinflint,scrooge churl n a bad-tempered person grouch,grump,crank churlish adj rude and boorish churlish adj having a bad disposition; surly churn n a vessel in which cream is agitated to separate butterfat from buttermilk churn v stir (cream) vigorously in order to make butter churn v be agitated boil,moil,roil churning adj moving with or producing or produced by vigorous agitation churning adj (of a liquid) agitated vigorously; in a state of turbulence roiling,roiled,turbulent churr v make a vibrant sound, as of some birds whirr chute n rescue equipment consisting of a device that fills with air and retards your fall parachute chute n sloping channel through which things can descend slide chute v jump from an airplane and descend with a parachute parachute,jump chutney n a spicy condiment made of chopped fruits or vegetables cooked in vinegar and sugar with ginger and spices chutzpah n (Yiddish) unbelievable gall; insolence; audacity chyle n a milky fluid consisting of lymph and emulsified fats; formed in the small intestine during digestion of ingested fats chylous adj consisting of chyle or having the properties of chyle chyme n a semiliquid mass of partially digested food that passes from the stomach through the pyloric sphincter into the duodenum cia n an independent agency of the United States government responsible for collecting and coordinating intelligence and counterintelligence activ ciao n an acknowledgment that can be used to say hello or goodbye (aloha is Hawaiian and ciao is Italian) aloha cicada n stout-bodied insect with large membranous wings; male has drum-like organs for producing a high-pitched drone cicala cicala n stout-bodied insect with large membranous wings; male has drum-like organs for producing a high-pitched drone cicada cicero n a linear unit of the size of type slightly larger than an em cicero n a Roman statesman and orator remembered for his mastery of Latin prose (106-43 BC) tully cicerone n a guide who conducts and informs sightseers cid n the United States Army's principal law enforcement agency responsible for the conduct of criminal investigations for all levels of the Army cider n a beverage made from juice pressed from apples cigar n a roll of tobacco for smoking cigarette n finely ground tobacco wrapped in paper; for smoking butt cilantro n Old World herb with aromatic leaves and seed resembling parsley coriander cilantro n parsley-like herb used as seasoning or garnish coriander cinch n any undertaking that is easy to do breeze,picnic,snap,pushover cinch n stable gear consisting of a band around a horse's belly that holds the saddle in place girth cinch n a form of all fours in which the players bid for the privilege of naming trumps cinch v tie a cinch around girth cinch v make sure of cinch v get a grip on; get mastery of cinchona n medicinal bark of cinchona trees; source of quinine and quinidine cinchona n any of several trees of the genus Cinchona cincinnati n a city in southern Ohio on the Ohio river cincture n a band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers girdle,sash,waistband cinder n a fragment of incombustible matter left after a wood or coal or charcoal fire clinker cinderella n a woman whose merits were not been recognized but who then achieves sudden success and recognition cinderella n a fictional young girl who is saved from her stepmother and stepsisters by her fairy godmother and a handsome prince cinema n a medium that disseminates moving pictures film,celluloid cinema n a theater where films are shown cinematic adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of the cinema cinematographer n a photographer who operates a movie camera cameraman cinematography n the act of making a film filming cingulum n (anatomy) an encircling structure (as the ridge around the base of a tooth) cinnabar n a heavy reddish mineral consisting of mercuric sulfide; the chief source of mercury cinnabar n large red-and-black European moth; larvae feed on leaves of ragwort; introduced into United States to control ragwort cinnabar adj of a vivid red to reddish-orange color vermilion,vermillion cinnamon n aromatic bark used as a spice cinnamon n tropical Asian tree with aromatic yellowish-brown bark; source of the spice cinnamon cinnamon n spice from the dried aromatic bark of the Ceylon cinnamon tree; used as rolled strips or ground cinque n the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one five,v,quint,quintet,fivesome,quintuplet,pentad,fin cipher n a message written in a secret code cypher cipher n a mathematical element that when added to another number yields the same number zero,nought,cypher cipher n a quantity of no importance nothing,nil,nix,nada,null,aught,cypher,naught cipher n a person of no influence cypher,nobody,nonentity cipher v convert ordinary language into code code,cypher,encrypt,inscribe cipher v make a mathematical calculation or computation calculate,cypher,compute,reckon,figure circassian n a member of the Sunni Muslim people living in northwestern Caucasia circassian n a mostly Sunni Muslim community living in northwestern Caucasia circassian n a northern Caucasian language spoken by the Circassian circe n (Greek mythology) a sorceress who detained Odysseus on her island and turned his men into swine circle n ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point circle n an unofficial association of people or groups set,band,lot circle n something approximating the shape of a circle circle n movement once around a course lap,circuit circle v travel around something circle v move in a circular path above (someone or something) circle v form or draw a circle around encircle circlet n a small circle circlet n decorated metal band worn around the head circuit n an electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow circuit n a journey or route all the way around a particular place or area tour circuit n an established itinerary of venues or events that a particular group of people travel to circuit n the boundary line encompassing an area or object circumference circuit v make a circuit circuitous adj marked by obliqueness or indirection in speech or conduct roundabout circuitous adj deviating from a straight course devious,roundabout circuitry n electronic equipment consisting of a system of circuits circular n an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution handbill,bill,broadside,flier,flyer,throwaway circular adj having the shape or form of a circle round circular adj describing a circle; moving in a circle rotary circularize v canvass by distributing letters circularize v canvass by using a questionnaire circularize v distribute circulars to circularize v cause to become widely known circulate,distribute,disseminate,propagate,broadcast,spread,diffuse,disperse circularly adv in a circular manner circulate v become widely known and passed on spread circulate v cause to become widely known circularize,distribute,disseminate,propagate,broadcast,spread,diffuse,disperse circulate v cause to be distributed distribute circulate v move through a space, circuit or system, returning to the starting point circulating adj passing from one to another circulation n the dissemination of copies of periodicals (as newspapers or magazines) circulation n movement through a circuit; especially the movement of blood through the heart and blood vessels circulation n (library science) the count of books that are loaned by a library over a specified period circulation n number of copies of a newspaper or magazine that are sold circulatory adj of or relating to circulation circulatory adj relating to circulatory system or to circulation of the blood circumcise v cut the skin over the clitoris circumcise v cut the foreskin off male babies or teenage boys circumcision n (Roman Catholic Church and Anglican Church) feast day celebrating the circumcision of Jesus; celebrated on January 1st circumcision n the act of circumcising performed on males eight days after birth as a Jewish and Muslim religious rite circumcision n the act of circumcising; surgical removal of the foreskin of males circumference n the size of something as given by the distance around it perimeter circumference n the boundary line encompassing an area or object circuit circumference n the length of the closed curve of a circle circumnavigate v travel around, either by plane or ship compass circumscribe v draw a line around circumscribe v restrict or confine within limits limit circumscribe v to draw a geometric figure around another figure so that the two are in contact but do not intersect circumscribed adj subject to limits or subjected to limits limited circumspect adj heedful of potential consequences discreet circumspection n knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress discretion,prudence circumspection n the trait of being circumspect and prudent caution circumstance n a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity circumstance n the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event context,setting circumstance n information that should be kept in mind when making a decision condition,consideration circumstance n formal ceremony about important occasions circumstances n your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) fortune,destiny,fate,luck,lot,portion circumstances n a person's financial situation (good or bad) circumstantial adj fully detailed and specific about particulars circumstantially adv according to circumstances circumstantially adv insofar as the circumstances are concerned circumstantially adv in minute detail minutely circumstantially adv without advance planning accidentally,unexpectedly circumvent v surround so as to force to give up besiege,beleaguer,surround circumvent v beat through cleverness and wit outwit,overreach,outsmart,beat circumvent v avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) hedge,fudge,evade,parry,elude,skirt,dodge,duck circumvention n the act of evading by going around circus n a travelling company of entertainers; including trained animals circus n a performance given by a traveling company of acrobats, clowns, and trained animals circus n a frenetic disorganized (and often comic) disturbance suggestive of a large public entertainment carnival circus n (antiquity) an open-air stadium for chariot races and gladiatorial games cirque n a steep-walled semicircular basin in a mountain; may contain a lake corrie,cwm cirrhosis n a chronic disease interfering with the normal functioning of the liver; the major cause is chronic alcoholism cirrus n usually coiled cirrus n a wispy white cloud (usually of fine ice crystals) at a high altitude (4 to 8 miles) cirrus n a slender flexible animal appendage as on barnacles or crinoids or many insects; often tactile cis n an alliance made up of states that had been Soviet Socialist Republics in the Soviet Union prior to its dissolution in Dec 1991 cisc n an agency of the Canadian government that unifies the intelligence units of Canadian law enforcement agencies cisc n (computer science) a kind of computer architecture that has a large number of instructions hard coded into the CPU chip cisco n cold-water fish caught in Lake Superior and northward cisco n important food fish of cold deep lakes of North America cissy adj having unsuitable feminine qualities effeminate,emasculate,sissy cistercian n member of an order of monks noted for austerity and a vow of silence trappist cistern n a sac or cavity containing fluid especially lymph or cerebrospinal fluid cistern n a tank that holds the water used to flush a toilet cistern n an artificial reservoir for storing liquids; especially an underground tank for storing rainwater cistus n small to medium-sized evergreen shrubs of southern Europe and North Africa citadel n a stronghold into which people could go for shelter during a battle bastion citation n an official award (as for bravery or service) usually given as formal public statement commendation citation n (law) the act of citing (as of spoken words or written passages or legal precedents etc.) citation n a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage cite,acknowledgment,credit,reference,mention,quotation citation n a passage or expression that is quoted or cited quotation,quote cite n a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage citation,acknowledgment,credit,reference,mention,quotation cite v make reference to mention,advert,name,refer cite v commend mention cite v refer to reference cite v repeat a passage from quote cither n a musical stringed instrument with strings stretched over a flat sounding board; it is laid flat and played with a plectrum and with fingers zither cither n a 16th century musical instrument resembling a guitar with a pear-shaped soundbox and wire strings cittern,cithern,gittern cithern n a 16th century musical instrument resembling a guitar with a pear-shaped soundbox and wire strings cittern,cither,gittern citizen n a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community citizenry n the body of citizens of a state or country people citizenship n the status of a citizen with rights and duties citizenship n conduct as a citizen citrange n more aromatic and acidic than oranges citrange n more aromatic and acid tasting than oranges; used in beverages and marmalade citric adj of or related to citric acid citrin n a vitamin that maintains the resistance of cell and capillary walls to permeation citrine n semiprecious yellow quartz resembling topaz citron n large lemonlike fruit with thick aromatic rind; usually preserved citron n thorny evergreen small tree or shrub of India widely cultivated for its large lemonlike fruits that have thick warty rind citrus n any of numerous fruits of the genus Citrus having thick rind and juicy pulp; grown in warm regions citrus n any of numerous tropical usually thorny evergreen trees of the genus Citrus having leathery evergreen leaves and widely cultivated for their cittern n a 16th century musical instrument resembling a guitar with a pear-shaped soundbox and wire strings cithern,cither,gittern city n a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts metropolis city n an incorporated administrative district established by state charter city n people living in a large densely populated municipality metropolis citywide adj occurring or extending throughout a city civet n cat-like mammal typically secreting musk used in perfumes civic adj of or relating or belonging to a city civic adj of or relating to or befitting citizens as individuals civil civics n the social science of municipal affairs civil adj applying to ordinary citizens as contrasted with the military civil adj not rude; marked by satisfactory (or especially minimal) adherence to social usages and sufficient but not noteworthy consideration for othe polite uncivil civil adj of or occurring within the state or between or among citizens of the state civil adj of or relating to or befitting citizens as individuals civic civilian n a nonmilitary citizen serviceman civilian adj associated with civil life or performed by persons who are not active members of the military military civilisation n the social process whereby societies achieve an advanced stage of development and organization civilization civilisation n a particular society at a particular time and place culture,civilization civilisation n a society in an advanced state of social development (e.g., with complex legal and political and religious organizations) civilization civilisation n the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste refinement,civilization civilise v teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment educate,school,train,cultivate,civilize civilise v raise from a barbaric to a civilized state civilize civilised adj having a high state of culture and development both social and technological civilized civilised adj marked by refinement in taste and manners civilized,cultivated,cultured,genteel,polite civility n formal or perfunctory politeness incivility civility n the act of showing regard for others politeness civilization n a society in an advanced state of social development (e.g., with complex legal and political and religious organizations) civilisation civilization n the social process whereby societies achieve an advanced stage of development and organization civilisation civilization n a particular society at a particular time and place culture,civilisation civilization n the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste refinement,civilisation civilize v teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment educate,school,train,cultivate,civilise civilize v raise from a barbaric to a civilized state civilise civilized adj having a high state of culture and development both social and technological civilised civilized adj marked by refinement in taste and manners civilised,cultivated,cultured,genteel,polite civilly adv in a civil manner civvies n civilian garb as opposed to a military uniform clabber n raw milk that has soured and thickened clabber v turn into curds curdle,clot clack n a sharp abrupt noise as if two objects hit together; may be repeated clap clack n a simple valve with a hinge on one side; allows fluid to flow in only one direction clack v make a rattling sound clatter,brattle clack v make a clucking sounds, characteristic of hens cluck,click clack v speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly chatter,piffle,prate,twaddle,maunder,prattle,blab,gibber clad adj wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination clothed clad adj having an outer covering especially of thin metal cladding n a protective covering that protects the outside of a building facing clade n a group of biological taxa or species that share features inherited from a common ancestor claim n an assertion of a right (as to money or property) claim n an assertion that something is true or factual claim n demand for something as rightful or due claim n an informal right to something title claim v assert or affirm strongly; state to be true or existing disclaim claim v demand as being one's due or property; assert one's right or title to arrogate forfeit claim v ask for legally or make a legal claim to, as of debts, for example claim v lay claim to; as of an idea take disclaim claimant n someone who claims a benefit or right or title clairvoyance n apparent power to perceive things that are not present to the senses clairvoyant n someone who has the power of clairvoyance clairvoyant adj perceiving things beyond the natural range of the senses clairvoyant adj foreseeing the future precognitive clam n burrowing marine mollusk living on sand or mud; the shell closes with viselike firmness clam n a piece of paper money worth one dollar dollar,buck clam n flesh of either hard-shell or soft-shell clams clam v gather clams, by digging in the sand by the ocean clamant adj conspicuously and offensively loud; given to vehement outcry blatant,clamorous,strident,vociferous clamant adj demanding attention crying,exigent,insistent,instant clambake n a cookout at the seashore where clams and fish and other foods are cooked--usually on heated stones covered with seaweed clamber n an awkward climb clamber v climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling scramble,shin,skin,struggle,sputter clammy adj unpleasantly cool and humid dank clamor n a loud harsh or strident noise blare,blaring,cacophony,din clamor n loud and persistent outcry from many people clamoring,clamour clamor v make loud demands clamour clamor v utter or proclaim insistently and noisily clamour clamor v compel someone to do something by insistent clamoring clamoring n loud and persistent outcry from many people clamor,clamour clamorous adj conspicuously and offensively loud; given to vehement outcry blatant,clamant,strident,vociferous clamour n loud and persistent outcry from many people clamor,clamoring clamour v utter or proclaim insistently and noisily clamor clamour v make loud demands clamor clamp n a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together clinch clamp v fasten or fix with a clamp clamp v impose or inflict forcefully clams n informal terms for money boodle,bread,cabbage,dinero,dough,kale,lettuce,lolly clamshell n the shell of a clam clamshell n a dredging bucket with hinges like the shell of a clam grapple clan n group of people related by blood or marriage kin,kindred,tribe clandestine adj conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods secret,surreptitious,undercover,underground clang n a loud resonant repeating noise clangor,clangour,clank,clash,crash clang v make a loud noise clangor clanging adj having a loud resonant metallic sound clangor n a loud resonant repeating noise clang,clangour,clank,clash,crash clangor v make a loud resonant noise clangour clangor v make a loud noise clang clangour n a loud resonant repeating noise clang,clangor,clank,clash,crash clangour v make a loud resonant noise clangor clank n a loud resonant repeating noise clang,clangor,clangour,clash,crash clank v make a clank clanking adj having a hard nonresonant metallic sound clap n a sudden very loud noise bang,eruption,blast,bam clap n a common venereal disease caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae; symptoms are painful urination and pain around the urethra gonorrhea clap n a sharp abrupt noise as if two objects hit together; may be repeated clack clap v put quickly or forcibly clap v cause to strike the air in flight clap v clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval applaud,spat,acclaim clap v clap one's hands together spat clapboard n a long thin board with one edge thicker than the other; used as siding by lapping one board over the board below clapboard v cover with clapboards clapper n someone who applauds clapper n a mobile mass of muscular tissue covered with mucous membrane and located in the oral cavity tongue,lingua,glossa clapper n metal striker that hangs inside a bell and makes a sound by hitting the side tongue clapping n a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together applause claptrap n pompous or pretentious talk or writing bombast,fustian,rant,blah claque n a group of followers hired to applaud at a performance clarence n a closed carriage with four wheels and seats for four passengers claret n a dark purplish-red color claret n dry red Bordeaux or Bordeaux-like wine claret v drink claret clarification n an interpretation that removes obstacles to understanding illumination clarification n the act of removing solid particles from a liquid clearing clarify v make clear and (more) comprehensible elucidate obfuscate clarify v make clear by removing impurities or solids, as by heating clarifying adj that makes clear elucidative clarinet n a single-reed instrument with a straight tube clarinetist n a musician who plays the clarinet clarion n a medieval brass instrument with a clear shrill tone clarion v blow the clarion clarion v proclaim on, or as if on, a clarion clarion adj loud and clear clarity n free from obscurity and easy to understand; the comprehensibility of clear expression lucidity,clearness obscurity clarity n the quality of clear water clearness opacity clark n United States explorer who (with Meriwether Lewis) led an expedition from St. Louis to the mouth of the Columbia River; Clark was responsibl clark n United States general who was Allied commander in Africa and Italy in World War II and was commander of the United Nations forces in Korea ( clark n United States psychologist (born in Panama) whose research persuaded the Supreme Court that segregated schools were discriminatory (1914-200 clark n Canadian politician who served as prime minister (1939-) claro n a cigar made with light-colored tobacco clary n aromatic herb of southern Europe; cultivated in Great Britain as a potherb and widely as an ornamental clash n a loud resonant repeating noise clang,clangor,clangour,clank,crash clash n a state of conflict between persons friction clash n a state of conflict between colors clash n a minor short-term fight brush,encounter,skirmish clash v crash together with violent impact collide clash v be incompatible; be or come into conflict jar,collide clash v disagree violently clashing adj sharply and harshly discordant clasp n a fastener (as a buckle or hook) that is used to hold two things together clasp n the act of grasping clench,clutch,clutches,grasp,grip,hold clasp v hold firmly and tightly clasp v fasten with or as if with a brooch brooch clasp v fasten with a buckle or buckles buckle clasp v grasp firmly class n a collection of things sharing a common attribute category,family class n a body of students who are taught together form,grade,course class n people having the same social, economic, or educational status stratum class n education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings course class v arrange or order by classes or categories classify,sort,assort,separate classic n a creation of the highest excellence classic n an artist who has created classic works classic adj of or relating to the first significant period of a civilization, culture, area of study, etc. classical classic adj of a well-known type; remarkably typical classic adj considered of the highest quality and lasting significance or worth classic adj well-known and long-established in form or style classical classical n traditional genre of music conforming to an established form and appealing to critical interest and developed musical taste classical adj of or relating to the first significant period of a civilization, culture, area of study, etc. classic nonclassical classical adj of or relating to the study of the literary works of ancient Greece and Rome classical adj of or relating to the languages used by ancient standard authors classical adj well-known and long-established in form or style classic classically adv in the manner of Greek and Roman culture classicism n a movement in literature and art during the 17th and 18th centuries in Europe that favored rationality and restraint and strict forms romanticism classicist n an artistic person who adheres to classicism classicist n a student of ancient Greek and Latin classics n study of the literary works of ancient Greece and Rome classifiable adj capable of being classified distinctive classification n the act of distributing things into classes or categories of the same type categorization,assortment classification n a group of people or things arranged by class or category categorization classification n the basic cognitive process of arranging into classes or categories categorization,sorting classification n restriction imposed by the government on documents or weapons that are available only to certain authorized people classified n a short ad in a newspaper or magazine (usually in small print) and appearing along with other ads of the same type classified adj arranged into classes unclassified classified adj official classification of information or documents; withheld from general circulation unclassified classify v arrange or order by classes or categories class,sort,assort,separate classify v declare unavailable, as for security reasons declassify classify v assign to a class or kind relegate classmate n an acquaintance that you go to school with schoolmate classroom n a room in a school where lessons take place schoolroom classwork n the part of a student's work that is done in the classroom classy adj elegant and fashionable posh,swish clast n (geology) a constituent fragment of a clastic rock clatter n a rattling noise (often produced by rapid movement) clatter v make a rattling sound clack,brattle claudius n Roman Emperor after his nephew Caligula was murdered; consolidated the Roman Empire and conquered southern Britain; was poisoned by his four clause n (grammar) an expression including a subject and predicate functioning as a part of a complex sentence clause n a separate section of a legal document (as a statute or contract or will) article claustrophobia n a morbid fear of being closed in a confined space claustrophobic adj uncomfortably closed or hemmed in claustrophobic adj suffering from claustrophobia; abnormally afraid of closed-in places claver v talk socially without exchanging too much information chat,confab,chitchat,chatter,chaffer,natter,gossip,jaw clavichord n an early stringed instrument like a piano but with more delicate sound clavicle n bone linking the scapula and sternum collarbone clavier n a bank of keys on a musical instrument clavier n a stringed instrument that has a keyboard claw n sharp curved horny process on the toe of a bird or some mammals or reptiles claw n a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something hook claw n a grasping structure on the limb of a crustacean or other arthropods chela,nipper,pincer claw n a bird's foot claw v move as if by clawing, seizing, or digging claw v clutch as if in panic claw v scratch, scrape, pull, or dig with claws or nails claw v attack as if with claws clawed adj having or resembling a claw or claws; often used as a combining form clawed adj (of predatory animals) armed with claws or talons clay n a very fine-grained soil that is plastic when moist but hard when fired clay n water soaked soil; soft wet earth mud clay n United States general who commanded United States forces in Europe from 1945 to 1949 and who oversaw the Berlin airlift (1897-1978) clay n United States politician responsible for the Missouri Compromise between free and slave states (1777-1852) clayey adj resembling or containing clay clayey adj (used of soil) compact and fine-grained heavy claymore n a large double-edged broadsword; formerly used by Scottish Highlanders claymore n an antipersonnel land mine whose blast is aimed at the oncoming enemy claytonia n genus of mainly North American succulent herbs with white or pink flowers usually in terminal racemes clean n a weightlift in which the barbell is lifted to shoulder height and then jerked overhead clean v make clean by removing dirt, filth, or unwanted substances from dirty clean v remove unwanted substances from, such as feathers or pits pick clean v clean and tidy up the house clean v clean one's body or parts thereof, as by washing cleanse clean adj free from dirt or impurities; or having clean habits dirty clean adj free of restrictions or qualifications clear clean adj (of sound or color) free from anything that dulls or dims clear,light clean adj free from impurities fresh clean adv completely; used as intensifiers plumb,plum clean adv in conformity with the rules or laws and without fraud or cheating fairly,fair cleaner n a preparation used in cleaning something cleanser cleaner n the operator of dry-cleaning establishment cleaner n someone whose occupation is cleaning cleaners n shop where dry cleaning is done cleaning n the act of making something clean cleansing,cleanup cleanliness n the habit of keeping free of superficial imperfections cleanliness n diligence in keeping clean cleanly adj habitually clean cleanly adv smoothly and without difficulty; precisely and deftly flawlessly cleanly adv in a manner that minimizes dirt and pollution cleanness n the state of being clean; without dirt or other impurities cleanness n without moral defects cleanse v clean one's body or parts thereof, as by washing clean cleanse v purge of an ideology, bad thoughts, or sins cleanser n a preparation used in cleaning something cleaner cleansing n the act of making something clean cleaning,cleanup cleansing adj cleansing the body by washing; especially ritual washing of e.g. hands cleansing adj acting like an antiseptic purifying cleanup n a very large profit killing cleanup n (baseball) the fourth position in the batting order (usually filled by the best batter on the team) cleanup n the act of making something clean cleaning,cleansing clear n the state of being free of suspicion clear n a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water open clear v rid of obstructions clear v make a way or path by removing objects clear v become clear brighten clear v grant authorization or clearance for authorize,pass clear adj readily apparent to the mind unclear clear adj free from confusion or doubt clear adj affording free passage or view open clear adj allowing light to pass through opaque clear adv completely clear adv in an easily perceptible manner clearly clearance n the distance by which one thing clears another; the space between them clearance n vertical space available to allow easy passage under something headroom,headway clearance n permission to proceed cleared adj rid of objects or obstructions such as e.g. trees and brush cleared adj freed from any question of guilt absolved,clear,exonerated,vindicated clearing n a tract of land with few or no trees in the middle of a wooded area glade clearing n the act of freeing from suspicion clearing n the act of removing solid particles from a liquid clarification clearly adv without doubt or question clearly adv in an intelligible manner intelligibly,understandably clearly adv clear to the mind; with distinct mental discernment distinctly clearly adv in an easily perceptible manner clear clearness n free from obscurity and easy to understand; the comprehensibility of clear expression clarity,lucidity clearness n the quality of clear water clarity cleat n a metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe); prevents slipping cleat n a fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured cleat n a strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to which it is attached cleat v provide with cleats cleat v secure on a cleat cleats n shoes with leather or metal projections on the soles cleavage n the state of being split or cleft cleavage n the breaking of a chemical bond in a molecule resulting in smaller molecules cleavage n (embryology) the repeated division of a fertilised ovum segmentation cleavage n the line formed by a groove between two parts (especially the separation between a woman's breasts) cleave v separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument split,rive cleave v make by cutting into cleave v come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation cling,adhere,stick,cohere cleaver n a butcher's knife having a large square blade chopper clef n a musical notation written on a staff indicating the pitch of the notes following it cleft n a split or indentation in something (as the palate or chin) cleft n a long narrow opening crack,crevice,fissure,scissure cleft adj split or divided cleft adj having one or more indentations reaching nearly to the midrib dissected cleg n large swift fly the female of which sucks blood of various animals horsefly,clegg clegg n large swift fly the female of which sucks blood of various animals horsefly,cleg clematis n any of various ornamental climbing plants of the genus Clematis usually having showy flowers clemency n good weather with comfortable temperatures clemency n leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice mercy clemens n United States writer and humorist best known for his novels about Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn (1835-1910) clement adj (of weather or climate) physically mild inclement clement adj (used of persons or behavior) inclined to show mercy inclement clementine n a variety of mandarin orange that is grown around the Mediterranean and in South Africa clementine n a mandarin orange of a deep reddish orange color and few seeds clench n a small slip noose made with seizing clinch clench n the act of grasping clasp,clutch,clutches,grasp,grip,hold clench v hold in a tight grasp clinch clench v squeeze together tightly clenched adj closed or squeezed together tightly clinched cleopatra n beautiful and charismatic queen of Egypt; mistress of Julius Caesar and later of Mark Antony; killed herself to avoid capture by Octavian (6 clergy n in Christianity, clergymen collectively (as distinguished from the laity) laity clergyman n a member of the clergy and a spiritual leader of the Christian Church reverend layman cleric n a clergyman or other person in religious orders churchman,divine,ecclesiastic clerical adj of or relating to clerks clerical adj of or relating to the clergy clerical adj appropriate for or engaged in office work clerk n an employee who performs clerical work (e.g., keeps records or accounts) clerk n a salesperson in a store clerk v work as a clerk, as in the legal business cleveland n the largest city in Ohio; located in northeastern Ohio on Lake Erie; a major Great Lakes port cleveland n 22nd and 24th President of the United States (1837-1908) clever adj showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others cagey,canny clever adj mentally quick and resourceful apt clever adj showing inventiveness and skill cunning,ingenious cleverly adv in a clever manner smartly cleverness n the power of creative imagination inventiveness,ingenuity cleverness n intelligence as manifested in being quick and witty brightness,smartness cleverness n the property of being ingenious ingenuity clew n a ball of yarn or cord or thread clew n evidence that helps to solve a problem clue,cue clew v roll into a ball clue clews n the cords used to suspend a hammock cliche n a trite or obvious remark platitude,banality,commonplace,bromide cliched adj repeated regularly without thought or originality click n a short light metallic sound clink click n a stop consonant made by the suction of air into the mouth (as in Bantu) click n a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward pawl,dog click n depression of a button on a computer mouse click v move or strike with a noise snap click v make a clicking or ticking sound tick click v click repeatedly or uncontrollably chatter click v cause to make a snapping sound snap,flick client n a person who seeks the advice of a lawyer client n someone who pays for goods or services customer client n (computer science) any computer that is hooked up to a computer network node,guest clientele n customers collectively patronage,business cliff n a steep high face of rock drop climactic adj consisting of or causing a climax anticlimactic climate n the weather in some location averaged over some long period of time clime climate n the prevailing psychological state mood climatic adj of or relating to a climate climatically adv with respect to climate climatologist n someone who is expert in climatology climax n the highest point of anything conceived of as growing or developing or unfolding climax n the decisive moment in a novel or play culmination climax n the moment of most intense pleasure in sexual intercourse orgasm,coming climax n the most severe stage of a disease climax v end, especially to reach a final or climactic stage culminate climb n an upward slope or grade (as in a road) ascent,rise,raise,upgrade climb n an event that involves rising to a higher point (as in altitude or temperature or intensity etc.) climbing,mounting climb n the act of climbing something mount climb v go upward with gradual or continuous progress mount climb v move with difficulty, by grasping climb v go up or advance wax,mount,rise climb v slope upward climber n a vine or climbing plant that readily grows up a support or over other plants climber n someone seeking social prominence by obsequious behavior climber n someone who ascends on foot climber n someone who climbs as a sport; especially someone who climbs mountains climbing n an event that involves rising to a higher point (as in altitude or temperature or intensity etc.) climb,mounting clime n the weather in some location averaged over some long period of time climate clinch n (boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily clinch n a small slip noose made with seizing clench clinch n the flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet clinch n a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together clamp clinch v secure or fasten by flattening the ends of nails or bolts clinch v hold a boxing opponent with one or both arms so as to prevent punches clinch v hold in a tight grasp clench clinch v embrace amorously clinched adj closed or squeezed together tightly clenched clincher n an argument that is conclusive determiner clincher n a point or fact or remark that settles something conclusively clincher n a tool used to clinch nails or bolts or rivets cline n American geneticist who succeeded in transferring a functioning gene from one mouse to another (born in 1934) cling n fruit (especially peach) whose flesh adheres strongly to the pit cling v come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation cleave,adhere,stick,cohere cling v to remain emotionally or intellectually attached cling v hold on tightly or tenaciously hang clingfilm n a thin plastic film made of saran (trade name Saran Wrap) that sticks to itself; used for wrapping food clinic n a medical establishment run by a group of medical specialists clinic n meeting for diagnosis of problems and instruction or remedial work in a particular activity clinic n a healthcare facility for outpatient care clinical adj relating to a clinic or conducted in or as if in a clinic and depending on direct observation of patients clinical adj scientifically detached; unemotional clinically adv in a clinical manner clinician n a practitioner (of medicine or psychology) who does clinical work instead of laboratory experiments clink n a short light metallic sound click clink n a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or jail,jailhouse,gaol,slammer,poky,pokey clink v make a high sound typical of glass clink v make or emit a high sound tinkle,tink clinker n a fragment of incombustible matter left after a wood or coal or charcoal fire cinder clinker n a hard brick used as a paving stone clinker v clear out the cinders and clinker from clinker v turn to clinker or form clinker under excessive heat in burning clinquant adj glittering with gold or silver tinselly clinton n wife of President Clinton and later a woman member of the United States Senate (1947-) clinton n 42nd President of the United States (1946-) clinton n United States politician who as governor of New York supported the project to build the Erie Canal (1769-1828) clinton n a town in east central Iowa clio n (Greek mythology) the Muse of history clip n a metal frame or container holding cartridges; can be inserted into an automatic gun magazine clip n an instance or single occasion for some event time clip n any of various small fasteners used to hold loose articles together clip n an article of jewelry that can be clipped onto a hat or dress clip v sever or remove by pinching or snipping nip,snip clip v run at a moderately swift pace trot,jog clip v attach with a clip clip v cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of snip,crop,trim,lop,dress,prune clipboard n a small writing board with a clip at the top for holding papers clipped adj cut or trimmed by clipping clipped adj (of speech) having quick short sounds clipper n (electronics) a nonlinear electronic circuit whose output is limited in amplitude; used to limit the instantaneous amplitude of a waveform ( clipper n a fast sailing ship used in former times clipper n shears for cutting grass or shrubbery (often used in the plural) clipper n scissors for cutting hair or finger nails (often used in the plural) clipping n an excerpt cut from a newspaper or magazine cutting clipping n cutting down to the desired size or shape trim,trimming clipping n the act of clipping or snipping clip,snip clique n an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose coterie,pack,camp clit n a female sexual organ homologous to the penis clitoris,button clitoral adj of or relating to the clitoris clitoris n a female sexual organ homologous to the penis clit,button clive n British general and statesman whose victory at Plassey in 1757 strengthened British control of India (1725-1774) cloak n anything that covers or conceals cloak n a loose outer garment cloak v hide under a false appearance dissemble,mask cloak v cover as if with clothing clothe,drape,robe cloak v cover with or as if with a cloak cloaked adj having its true character concealed with the intent of misleading disguised,masked cloaked adj covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak clothed,draped,wrapped cloakroom n a private lounge off of a legislative chamber cloakroom n a room where coats and other articles can be left temporarily coatroom clobber n informal terms for personal possessions stuff clobber v strike violently and repeatedly baste,batter clobber v beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight cream,bat,drub,thrash,lick cloche n a low transparent cover put over young plants to protect them from cold cloche n a woman's close-fitting hat that resembles a helmet clock n a timepiece that shows the time of day clock v measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time time clocking n the time taken to traverse a measured course clocks n European weed naturalized in southwestern United States and Mexico having reddish decumbent stems with small fernlike leaves and small deep filaria clocksmith n someone whose occupation is making or repairing clocks and watches clockwise adj in the same direction as the rotating hands of a clock counterclockwise clockwise adv in the direction that the hands of a clock move counterclockwise clockwork n any mechanism of geared wheels that is driven by a coiled spring; resembles the works of a mechanical clock clod n a compact mass ball,glob,lump,clump,chunk clod n an awkward stupid person lout,goon,oaf,lubber,lummox,lump,gawk clog n footwear usually with wooden soles patten clog n any object that acts as a hindrance or obstruction clog n a dance performed while wearing shoes with wooden soles; has heavy stamping steps clog v become or cause to become obstructed congest,choke,foul clog v dance a clog dance clog v impede the motion of, as with a chain or a burden clog v impede with a clog or as if with a clog constipate clogged adj thickened or coalesced in soft thick lumps (such as clogs or clots) clotted clogged adj stopped up; clogged up choked clogged adj loaded with something that hinders motion clogging adj preventing movement hindering,impeding,obstructive cloister n residence that is a place of religious seclusion (such as a monastery) cloister n a courtyard with covered walks (as in religious institutions) cloister v surround with a cloister, as of a garden cloister v surround with a cloister cloister v seclude from the world in or as if in a cloister cloistered adj of communal life sequestered from the world under religious vows monastic cloistered adj providing privacy or seclusion reclusive,secluded,sequestered clomp v walk clumsily clump clonal adj of or relating to a clone clone n a person who is almost identical to another ringer clone n a group of genetically identical cells or organisms derived from a single cell or individual by some kind of asexual reproduction clone n an unauthorized copy or imitation knockoff clone v make multiple identical copies of clonic adj of or relating to abnormal neuromuscular activity characterized by rapidly alternating muscle contraction and relaxation cloning n a general term for the research activity that creates a copy of some biological entity (a gene or organism or cell) clonus n convulsion characterized by alternating contractions and relaxations clop n the sound of a horse's hoofs hitting on a hard surface clumping clop v make or move along with a sound as of a horse's hooves striking the ground clump,clunk,plunk close n the temporal end; the concluding time finale,finish,last,conclusion close n the last section of a communication conclusion,end,closing,ending close n the concluding part of any performance finale close v move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut shut open close v become closed shut open close v cease to operate or cause to cease operating fold open close v finish or terminate (meetings, speeches, etc.) open close adj at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other distant close adj close in relevance or relationship distant close adj not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances near,nigh close adj rigorously attentive; strict and thorough close adv near in time or place or relationship near,nigh close adv in an attentive manner closely,tight closed adj not open or affording passage or access open closed adj (set theory) of an interval that contains both its endpoints open closed adj not open shut closed adj used especially of mouth or eyes shut open closely adv in a close relation or position in time or space closely adv in an attentive manner close,tight closely adv in a close manner intimately,nearly closeness n a feeling of being intimate and belonging together intimacy closeness n the quality of being close and poorly ventilated closeness n the spatial property resulting from a relatively small distance closeness n extreme stinginess meanness,parsimony,tightness closeout n a sale intended to dispose of all remaining stock closer n a person who closes something closer n (baseball) a relief pitcher who can protect a lead in the last inning or two of the game finisher closer adv (comparative of `near' or `close') within a shorter distance nearer closest adv (superlative of `near' or `close') within the shortest distance nearest closet n a small room (or recess) or cabinet used for storage space cupboard closet n a toilet in Britain loo closet n a tall piece of furniture that provides storage space for clothes; has a door and rails or hooks for hanging clothes wardrobe,press closet n a small private room for study or prayer closet v confine to a small space, as for intensive work closing n the act of closing something shutting opening closing n the last section of a communication conclusion,end,close,ending closing n approaching a particular destination; a coming closer; a narrowing of a gap closure closing n termination of operations closure,shutdown closing adj final or ending opening closure n approaching a particular destination; a coming closer; a narrowing of a gap closing closure n a rule for limiting or ending debate in a deliberative body cloture closure n a Gestalt principle of organization holding that there is an innate tendency to perceive incomplete objects as complete and to close or fill closure n something settled or resolved; the outcome of decision making settlement,resolution closure v terminate debate by calling for a vote cloture clot n a lump of material formed from the content of a liquid clot v change from a liquid to a thickened or solid state coagulate clot v cause to change from a liquid to a solid or thickened state coagulate clot v turn into curds curdle,clabber clot v coalesce or unite in a mass clog cloth n artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers fabric,material,textile clothe v provide with clothes or put clothes on dress,garb,raiment,tog,garment,apparel clothe v furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors invest,adorn clothe v cover as if with clothing cloak,drape,robe clothed adj wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination clad clothed adj covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak cloaked,draped,wrapped clothes n clothing in general apparel,dress clotheshorse n a framework on which to hang clothes (as for drying) clotheshorse n a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance dandy,dude,fop,gallant,sheik,beau,swell clothesline n a cord on which clothes are hung to dry clothier n a merchant who sells men's clothing clothing n a covering designed to be worn on a person's body vesture,wear,wearable clotho n the Greek goddess of fate who spins the thread of life clotted adj thickened or coalesced in soft thick lumps (such as clogs or clots) clogged clotting n the process of forming semisolid lumps in a liquid coagulation cloture n a rule for limiting or ending debate in a deliberative body closure cloture v terminate debate by calling for a vote closure cloud n any collection of particles (e.g., smoke or dust) or gases that is visible cloud n a visible mass of water or ice particles suspended at a considerable altitude cloud n out of touch with reality cloud n a cause of worry or gloom or trouble cloud v make overcast or cloudy overcast cloud v make less visible or unclear obscure,becloud,fog,mist cloud v billow up in the form of a cloud cloud v make gloomy or depressed cloudberry n creeping raspberry of north temperate regions with yellow or orange berries cloudburst n a heavy rain downpour,deluge,torrent,soaker clouded adj made troubled or apprehensive or distressed in appearance clouded adj filled or abounding with clouds overcast clouded adj mentally disordered clouded adj unclear in form or expression blurred cloudiness n the state of the sky when it is covered by clouds overcast cloudiness n gloomy semidarkness caused by cloud cover overcast cloudiness n the quality of being cloudy clouding n the process whereby water particles become visible in the sky cloudless adj free from clouds cloudy adj lacking definite form or limits nebulous cloudy adj full of or covered with clouds clear cloudy adj (of liquids) clouded as with sediment muddy,murky,turbid clout n a target used in archery clout n special advantage or influence pull clout n a short nail with a flat head; used to attach sheet metal to wood clout n (boxing) a blow with the fist punch,poke,lick,biff,slug clout v strike hard, especially with the fist clove n aromatic flower bud of a clove tree; yields a spice clove n moderate sized very symmetrical red-flowered evergreen widely cultivated in the tropics for its flower buds which are source of cloves clove n one of the small bulblets that can be split off of the axis of a larger garlic bulb clove n spice from dried unopened flower bud of the clove tree; used whole or ground clover n a plant of the genus Trifolium trefoil cloverleaf n an interchange that does not require left-hand turns clovis n king of the Franks who unified Gaul and established his capital at Paris and founded the Frankish monarchy; his name was rendered as Gallic clowder n a group of cats clown n a rude or vulgar fool buffoon clown n a person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior buffoon,goof,goofball clown v act as or like a clown antic clowning n acting like a clown or buffoon frivolity,prank clowning n a comic incident or series of incidents comedy,funniness cloy v supply or feed to surfeit surfeit cloy v cause surfeit through excess though initially pleasing pall cloying adj overly sweet saccharine cloze adj based on or being a test of reading skill using the cloze procedure club n a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together nine club n a formal association of people with similar interests society,guild,gild,lodge,order club n stout stick that is larger at one end club n a building that is occupied by a social club clubhouse club v unite with a common purpose club v gather and spend time together club v strike with a club or a bludgeon bludgeon club v gather into a club-like mass clubbing n a condition in which the ends of toes and fingers become wide and thick; a symptom of heart or lung disease clubby adj effusively sociable clubby adj befitting or characteristic of those who incline to social exclusiveness and who rebuff the advances of people considered inferior snobbish,snobby clubhouse n a building that is occupied by a social club club cluck n the sound made by a hen (as in calling her chicks) clucking cluck v make a clucking sounds, characteristic of hens click,clack clucking n the sound made by a hen (as in calling her chicks) cluck clue n a slight indication hint clue n evidence that helps to solve a problem clew,cue clue v roll into a ball clew clueless adj totally uninformed about what is going on; not having even a clue from which to infer what is occurring clumber n a thickset spaniel with longish silky hair clump n a grouping of a number of similar things bunch,cluster,clustering clump n a compact mass ball,clod,glob,lump,chunk clump n a heavy dull sound (as made by impact of heavy objects) thump,thumping,clunk,thud clump v make or move along with a sound as of a horse's hooves striking the ground clop,clunk,plunk clump v come together as in a cluster or flock cluster,flock clump v walk clumsily clomp clump v gather or cause to gather into a cluster bunch,bundle,cluster clumping n the sound of a horse's hoofs hitting on a hard surface clop clumsily adv in a clumsy manner clumsiness n unskillfulness resulting from a lack of training awkwardness,ineptness,ineptitude,slowness clumsiness n the carriage of someone whose movements and posture are ungainly or inelegant awkwardness clumsiness n the inelegance of someone stiff and unrelaxed (as by embarrassment) awkwardness,stiffness clumsy adj lacking grace in movement or posture gawky,ungainly,unwieldy clumsy adj not elegant or graceful in expression awkward,cumbersome,inept clumsy adj difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape awkward,bunglesome,ungainly clumsy adj showing lack of skill or aptitude bungling,fumbling,incompetent clunk n a heavy dull sound (as made by impact of heavy objects) thump,thumping,clump,thud clunk v make or move along with a sound as of a horse's hooves striking the ground clop,clump,plunk cluster n a grouping of a number of similar things bunch,clump,clustering cluster v come together as in a cluster or flock flock,clump cluster v gather or cause to gather into a cluster bunch,bundle,clump clustered adj growing close together but not in dense mats clustered adj clustered together but not coherent agglomerate clustering n a grouping of a number of similar things bunch,clump,cluster clutch n the act of grasping clasp,clench,clutches,grasp,grip,hold clutch n a tense critical situation clutch n a number of birds hatched at the same time clutch n a collection of things or persons to be handled together batch clutch v take hold of; grab seize clutch v hold firmly, usually with one's hands clutch v affect seize clutches n the act of grasping clasp,clench,clutch,grasp,grip,hold clutter n a confused multitude of things jumble,muddle,fuddle,welter,smother clutter n unwanted echoes that interfere with the observation of signals on a radar screen clutter v fill a space in a disorderly way cluttered adj filled or scattered with a disorderly accumulation of objects or rubbish littered clyde n a river in western Scotland that flows from the southern uplands into the Firth of Clyde; navigable by oceangoing vessels as far as Glasgow clydesdale n heavy feathered-legged breed of draft horse originally from Scotland clyster n an injection of a liquid through the anus to stimulate evacuation; sometimes used for diagnostic purposes enema co n an odorless very poisonous gas that is a product of incomplete combustion of carbon co n a hard ferromagnetic silver-white bivalent or trivalent metallic element; a trace element in plant and animal nutrition cobalt co n one who refuses to serve in the armed forces on grounds of conscience co n a state in west central United States in the Rocky Mountains colorado coach n (sports) someone in charge of training an athlete or a team manager,handler coach n a person who gives private instruction (as in singing, acting, etc.) tutor coach n a railcar where passengers ride carriage coach n a carriage pulled by four horses with one driver coach v teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports train coach v drive a coach coaching n the job of a professional coach coachman n a man who drives a coach (or carriage) coagulate v change from a liquid to a thickened or solid state clot coagulate v cause to change from a liquid to a solid or thickened state clot coagulate adj transformed from a liquid into a soft semisolid or solid mass coagulation n the process of forming semisolid lumps in a liquid clotting coal n fossil fuel consisting of carbonized vegetable matter deposited in the Carboniferous period coal n a hot fragment of wood or coal that is left from a fire and is glowing or smoldering ember coal v burn to charcoal char coal v supply with coal coal v take in coal coalesce v mix together different elements blend,flux,mix,conflate,commingle,fuse,meld,combine coalesce v fuse or cause to grow together coalesced adj joined together into a whole amalgamate,amalgamated,consolidated,fused coalescence n the union of diverse things into one body or form or group; the growing together of parts coalition coalescing adj growing together, fusing coalition n an organization of people (or countries) involved in a pact or treaty alliance,alignment coalition n the state of being combined into one body fusion coalition n the union of diverse things into one body or form or group; the growing together of parts coalescence coalpit n a mine where coal is dug from the ground coarse adj of textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles harsh fine coarse adj lacking refinement or cultivation or taste common,uncouth,vulgar coarse adj of low or inferior quality or value common coarsen v make or become coarse or coarser coarsen v make less subtle or refined coast n the shore of a sea or ocean seashore,seacoast coast n a slope down which sleds may coast coast n the area within view coast n the act of moving smoothly along a surface while remaining in contact with it slide,glide coast v move effortlessly; by force of gravity coastal adj of or relating to a coast coastal adj located on or near or bordering on a coast inland coaster n a resident of a coastal area coaster n someone who coasts coaster n a covering (plate or mat) that protects the surface of a table (i.e., from the condensation on a cold glass or bottle) coastland n land in a coastal area coastline n the outline of a coast coat n an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors coat n a thin layer covering something coating coat n growth of hair or wool or fur covering the body of an animal coat v put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface surface coat v cover or provide with a coat coat v form a coat over cake coated adj having a coating; covered with an outer layer or film; often used in combination uncoated coated adj having or dressed in a coat coating n a thin layer covering something coat coating n a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance) finish,finishing coating n a heavy fabric suitable for coats coating n the work of applying something application,covering coatroom n a room where coats and other articles can be left temporarily cloakroom coattail n the loose back flap of a coat that hangs below the waist coauthor n a writer who collaborates with others in writing something coax n a transmission line for high-frequency signals coax v influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering cajole,blarney coaxial adj having a common axis coaxing n flattery designed to gain favor blarney coaxing adj pleasingly persuasive or intended to persuade cob n nut of any of several trees of the genus Corylus hazelnut,filbert cob n stocky short-legged harness horse cob n white gull having a black back and wings cob n adult male swan cobalt n a hard ferromagnetic silver-white bivalent or trivalent metallic element; a trace element in plant and animal nutrition co cobber n Australian term for a pal cobble n rectangular paving stone with curved top; once used to make roads cobblestone,sett cobble v pave with cobblestones cobblestone cobble v repair or mend cobbler n a person who makes or repairs shoes shoemaker cobbler n tall sweetened iced drink of wine or liquor with fruit cobbler n a pie made of fruit with rich biscuit dough usually only on top of the fruit cobblers n nonsense cobblers n a man's testicles (from Cockney rhyming slang: cobbler's awl rhymes with ball) cobblestone n rectangular paving stone with curved top; once used to make roads cobble,sett cobblestone v pave with cobblestones cobble cobia n large dark-striped tropical food and game fish related to remoras; found worldwide in coastal to open waters cobra n venomous Asiatic and African elapid snakes that can expand the skin of the neck into a hood cobweb n a fabric so delicate and transparent as to resemble a web of a spider cobweb n filaments from a web that was spun by a spider gossamer cobweb n a dense elaborate spider web that is more efficient than the orb web coca n a South American shrub whose leaves are chewed by natives of the Andes; a source of cocaine coca n United States comedienne who starred in early television shows with Sid Caesar (1908-2001) coca n dried leaves of the coca plant (and related plants that also contain cocaine); chewed by Andean people for their stimulating effect cocaine n a narcotic (alkaloid) extracted from coca leaves; used as a surface anesthetic or taken for pleasure; can become powerfully addictive coccus n any spherical or nearly spherical bacteria coccyx n the end of the vertebral column in humans and tailless apes cochin n Asian breed of large fowl with dense plumage and feathered legs cochlea n the snail-shaped tube (in the inner ear coiled around the modiolus) where sound vibrations are converted into nerve impulses by the organ of cochlear adj of or relating to the cochlea of the ear cochran n United States aviator who held several speed records and headed the women's Air Force pilots in World War II (1910-1980) cock n obscene terms for penis prick,dick,shaft,pecker,tool,putz cock n faucet consisting of a rotating device for regulating flow of a liquid stopcock cock n the part of a gunlock that strikes the percussion cap when the trigger is pulled hammer cock n adult male chicken rooster cock v tilt or slant to one side cock v set the trigger of a firearm back for firing cock v to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others swagger,ruffle,prance,strut,sashay cockade n an ornament (such as a knot of ribbon or a rosette) usually worn on the hat cockaigne n (Middle Ages) an imaginary land of luxury and idleness cockamamie adj informal term for ridiculous and implausible cockatoo n white or light-colored crested parrot of the Australian region; often kept as cage birds cocker n a small breed with wavy silky hair; originally developed in England cocker v treat with excessive indulgence pamper,featherbed,cosset,baby,coddle,mollycoddle,spoil,indulge cockerel n a young domestic cock; not older than one year cockeyed adj turned or twisted toward one side askew,awry,lopsided,wonky cockeyed adj so unreasonable as to invite derision absurd,idiotic,laughable,ludicrous,nonsensical,preposterous,ridiculous cockeyed adj very drunk besotted,crocked,loaded,pissed,plastered,sloshed,smashed,soaked cockfight n a match in a cockpit between two fighting cocks heeled with metal gaffs cockiness n offensive boldness and assertiveness cockle n common edible European bivalve cockle n common edible, burrowing European bivalve mollusk that has a strong, rounded shell with radiating ribs cockle v stir up (water) so as to form ripples ripple,ruffle,riffle,undulate cockle v to gather something into small wrinkles or folds pucker,rumple,crumple,knit cockney n a native of the east end of London cockney n the nonstandard dialect of natives of the east end of London cockney adj characteristic of Cockneys or their dialect cockney adj relating to or resembling a cockney cockpit n compartment where the pilot sits while flying the aircraft cockpit n a pit for cockfights cockpit n seat where the driver sits while driving a racing car cockroach n any of numerous chiefly nocturnal insects; some are domestic pests roach cocksucker n a person who performs fellatio cocksucker n insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous asshole,bastard,dickhead,shit,motherfucker,prick,whoreson,sob cocktail n a short mixed drink cocktail n an appetizer served as a first course at a meal cocky adj overly self-confident or self-assertive coco n tall palm tree bearing coconuts as fruits; widely planted throughout the tropics coconut cocoa n a beverage made from cocoa powder and milk and sugar; usually drunk hot chocolate cocoa n powder of ground roasted cacao beans with most of the fat removed coconut n the edible white meat of a coconut; often shredded for use in e.g. cakes and curries coconut n large hard-shelled oval nut with a fibrous husk containing thick white meat surrounding a central cavity filled (when fresh) with fluid or m coconut n tall palm tree bearing coconuts as fruits; widely planted throughout the tropics coco cocoon n silky envelope spun by the larvae of many insects to protect pupas and by spiders to protect eggs cocoon v retreat as if into a cocoon, as from an unfriendly environment cocoon v wrap in or as if in a cocoon, as for protection cocooning n retreating to the seclusion of your home (as for privacy or escape) cocos n coconut palms cod n the vessel that contains the seeds of a plant (not the seeds themselves) pod cod n lean white flesh of important North Atlantic food fish; usually baked or poached cod n major food fish of Arctic and cold-temperate waters cod v fool or hoax gull,dupe,slang,fool cod v harass with persistent criticism or carping tease,razz,rag,tantalize,bait,taunt,twit,rally cod adj payable by the recipient on delivery collect cod adv collecting the charges upon delivery coda n the closing section of a musical composition finale coddle v treat with excessive indulgence pamper,featherbed,cosset,cocker,baby,mollycoddle,spoil,indulge coddle v cook in nearly boiling water code n a set of rules or principles or laws (especially written ones) codification code n a coding system used for transmitting messages requiring brevity or secrecy code n (computer science) the symbolic arrangement of data or instructions in a computer program or the set of such instructions code v attach a code to code v convert ordinary language into code cipher,cypher,encrypt,inscribe codeine n derivative of opium; used as an antitussive (to relieve coughing) and an analgesic (to relieve pain) coder n a person who designs and writes and tests computer programs programmer codex n an official list of chemicals or medicines etc. codex n an unbound manuscript of some ancient classic (as distinguished from a scroll) codger n used affectionately to refer to an eccentric but amusing old man codification n the act of codifying; arranging in a systematic order codification n a set of rules or principles or laws (especially written ones) code codified adj enacted by a legislative body statute codify v organize into a code or system, such as a body of law coding n act of writing in code or cipher codling n young codfish cody n United States showman famous for his Wild West Show (1846-1917) coeducational adj attended by members of both sexes coefficient n a constant number that serves as a measure of some property or characteristic coelacanth n fish thought to have been extinct since the Cretaceous period but found in 1938 off the coast of Africa coelom n a cavity in the mesoderm of an embryo that gives rise in humans to the pleural cavity and pericardial cavity and peritoneal cavity coenzyme n a small molecule (not a protein but sometimes a vitamin) essential for the activity of some enzymes coequal adj having the same standing before the law coerce v to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means hale,squeeze,pressure,force coercion n the act of compelling by force of authority coercion n using force to cause something to occur compulsion coercive adj serving or intended to coerce coeval n a person of nearly the same age as another contemporary coeval adj of the same period contemporaneous coexist v coexist peacefully, as of nations coexist v exist together cohabit coexistence n existing peacefully together coexisting adj existing at the same time coffee n a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans java coffee n any of several small trees and shrubs native to the tropical Old World yielding coffee beans coffee n a seed of the coffee tree; ground to make coffee coffee n a medium brown to dark-brown color chocolate,umber coffeehouse n a small restaurant where drinks and snacks are sold cafe coffer n an ornamental sunken panel in a ceiling or dome caisson,lacunar coffer n a chest especially for storing valuables coffin n box in which a corpse is buried or cremated casket coffin v place into a coffin cofounder n one of a group of founders cog n a subordinate who performs an important but routine function cog n tooth on the rim of gear wheel sprocket cog v roll steel ingots cog v join pieces of wood with cogs cogency n persuasive relevance cogency n the quality of being valid and rigorous validity,rigor cogent adj powerfully persuasive telling,weighty cogitate v consider carefully and deeply; reflect upon; turn over in one's mind cogitate v use or exercise the mind or one's power of reason in order to make inferences, decisions, or arrive at a solution or judgments think cogitation n a carefully considered thought about something cogitation n attentive consideration and meditation study cognac n high quality grape brandy distilled in the Cognac district of France cognate n one related by blood or origin; especially on sharing an ancestor with another sib cognate n a word is cognate with another if both derive from the same word in an ancestral language cognate adj related in nature connate cognate adj having the same ancestral language cognate adj related by blood akin,kin cognation n line of descent traced through the maternal side of the family cognation n (anthropology) related by blood cognition n the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning knowledge cognitive adj of or being or relating to or involving cognition cognizance n having knowledge of awareness,consciousness cognizance n range of what one can know or understand ken cognizance n range or scope of what is perceived cognizant adj (sometimes followed by `of') having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception aware cohabit v share living quarters; usually said of people who are not married and live together as a couple cohabit v exist together coexist cohabitation n the act of living together and having a sexual relationship (especially without being married) cohere v come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation cling,cleave,adhere,stick cohere v cause to form a united, orderly, and aesthetically consistent whole cohere v have internal elements or parts logically connected so that aesthetic consistency results coherence n the state of cohering or sticking together cohesion,cohesiveness incoherence coherence n logical and orderly and consistent relation of parts coherent adj marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts consistent,logical,ordered incoherent coherent adj capable of thinking and expressing yourself in a clear and consistent manner logical,lucid coherent adj (physics) of waves having a constant phase relation incoherent coherent adj sticking together tenacious coherently adv in a coherent manner incoherently cohesion n the state of cohering or sticking together coherence,cohesiveness cohesion n (botany) the process in some plants of parts growing together that are usually separate (such as petals) cohesion n (physics) the intermolecular force that holds together the molecules in a solid or liquid cohesive adj causing cohesion cohesive adj cohering or tending to cohere; well integrated cohesiveness n the state of cohering or sticking together coherence,cohesion cohesiveness n the property of being cohesive and sticky cohn n German botanist who is generally recognized as founding bacteriology when he recognized bacteria as plants coho n fatty pinkish flesh of small salmon caught in the Pacific and Great Lakes coho n small salmon of northern Pacific coasts and the Great Lakes cohort n a company of companions or supporters cohort n a band of warriors (originally a unit of a Roman Legion) cohort n a group of people having approximately the same age cohosh n a plant of the genus Actaea having acrid poisonous berries coif n the arrangement of the hair (especially a woman's hair) hairdo,hairstyle coif n a skullcap worn by nuns under a veil or by soldiers under a hood of mail or formerly by British sergeants-at-law coif v cover with a coif coif v arrange attractively dress,arrange,set,do coiffeur n a man hairdresser coign n expandable metal or wooden wedge used by printers to lock up a form within a chase quoin coign n the keystone of an arch quoin coil n a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops spiral,volute,whorl,helix coil n a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals) whorl,roll,curl,curlicue,ringlet,gyre,scroll coil n a transformer that supplies high voltage to spark plugs in a gasoline engine coil n a contraceptive device placed inside a woman's womb coil v to wind or move in a spiral course gyrate,spiral coil v make without a potter's wheel coil v wind around something in coils or loops loop,curl uncoil coiled adj curled or wound (especially in concentric rings or spirals) uncoiled coiling adj in the shape of a coil helical,spiral,spiraling,volute,whorled coin n a flat metal piece (usually a disc) used as money coin v make up coin v form by stamping, punching, or printing mint,strike coinage n coins collectively mintage coinage n a newly invented word or phrase coinage n the act of inventing a word or phrase coincide v go with, fall together coincide v happen simultaneously concur coincide v be the same coincidence n an event that might have been arranged although it was really accidental happenstance coincidence n the quality of occupying the same position or area in space coincidence n the temporal property of two things happening at the same time concurrence,conjunction coincident adj occurring or operating at the same time coincidental,coinciding,concurrent,simultaneous coincident adj matching point for point coincidental adj occurring or operating at the same time coincident,coinciding,concurrent,simultaneous coincidentally adv happening at the same time coinciding adj occurring or operating at the same time coincident,coincidental,concurrent,simultaneous coiner n a maker of counterfeit coins coiner n someone who is a source of new words or new expressions coiner n a skilled worker who coins or stamps money minter coinsurance n insurance issued jointly by two or more underwriters coir n stiff coarse fiber from the outer husk of a coconut coital adj of or relating to coitus or copulation coitus n sexual activity between individuals, especially the insertion of a man's penis into a woman's vagina until orgasm and ejaculation occur intercourse,relation coke n carbon fuel produced by distillation of coal coke n Coca Cola is a trademarked cola coke n street names for cocaine blow,snow,c coke v become coke col n a pass between mountain peaks gap cola n large genus of African trees bearing kola nuts cola n carbonated drink flavored with extract from kola nuts (`dope' is a southernism in the United States) dope colander n bowl-shaped strainer; used to wash or drain foods colbert n butter creamed with parsley and tarragon and beef extract colchicine n an analgesic drug derived from the saffron plant and used to treat gout cold n a mild viral infection involving the nose and respiratory passages (but not the lungs) cold n the absence of heat coldness cold n the sensation produced by low temperatures coldness cold adj having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration hot cold adj extended meanings; especially of psychological coldness; without human warmth or emotion hot cold adj having lost freshness through passage of time cold adj (color) giving no sensation of warmth coldly adv lacking warmth of feeling; in a cold, unemotional manner coldness n the sensation produced by low temperatures cold coldness n a lack of affection or enthusiasm coolness coldness n the absence of heat cold cole n a hardy cabbage with coarse curly leaves that do not form a head kale,kail cole n coarse curly-leafed cabbage kale,kail coleslaw n basically shredded cabbage slaw colette n French writer of novels about women (1873-1954) coleus n any of various Old World tropical plants of the genus Coleus having multicolored decorative leaves and spikes of blue flowers colic n acute abdominal pain (especially in infants) gripes,griping coliseum n an oval large stadium with tiers of seats; an arena in which contests and spectacles are held amphitheater colitis n inflammation of the colon collaborate v work together on a common enterprise of project cooperate collaborate v cooperate as a traitor collaboration n act of working jointly collaboration n act of cooperating traitorously with an enemy that is occupying your country collaborationist n someone who collaborates with an enemy occupying force collaborator,quisling collaborative adj accomplished by collaboration collaborator n someone who assists in a plot confederate,henchman collaborator n someone who collaborates with an enemy occupying force collaborationist,quisling collaborator n an associate in an activity or endeavor or sphere of common interest partner collage n a paste-up made by sticking together pieces of paper or photographs to form an artistic image montage collage n any collection of diverse things collagen n a fibrous scleroprotein in bone and cartilage and tendon and other connective tissue; yields gelatin on boiling collagenous adj relating to or consisting of collagen collapse n an abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion prostration collapse n a natural event caused by something suddenly falling down or caving in collapse n the act of throwing yourself down flop collapse n a sudden large decline of business or the prices of stocks (especially one that causes additional failures) crash collapse v break down, literally or metaphorically give,break,founder collapse v collapse due to fatigue, an illness, or a sudden attack collapse v fold or close up collapse v fall apart crumble,crumple,tumble collapsible adj capable of collapsing or being collapsed collar n a band that fits around the neck and is usually folded over collar n (zoology) an encircling band or marking around the neck of any animal collar n anything worn or placed about the neck collar n a short ring fastened over a rod or shaft to limit, guide, or secure a machine part collar v take into custody nail,apprehend,arrest,nab,cop collar v seize by the neck or collar collar v furnish with a collar collarbone n bone linking the scapula and sternum clavicle collard n variety of kale having smooth leaves collards n kale that has smooth leaves collate v compare critically; of texts collate v to assemble in proper sequence collateral n a security pledged for the repayment of a loan collateral adj descended from a common ancestor but through different lines indirect lineal collateral adj serving to support or corroborate confirming,confirmatory,corroborative,validating,verifying collateral adj additional but secondary; auxiliary collateral adj situated or running side by side collation n a light informal meal bite,snack collation n assembling in proper numerical or logical sequence collation n careful examination and comparison to note points of disagreement colleague n an associate that one works with colleague n a person who is member of one's class or profession confrere,fellow collect n a short prayer generally preceding the lesson in the Church of Rome or the Church of England collect v get or gather together accumulate,amass,compile,hoard collect v call for and obtain payment of collect v assemble or get together gather,garner collect v get or bring together collect adj payable by the recipient on delivery cod collect adv make a telephone call or mail a package so that the recipient pays collected adj brought together in one place gathered uncollected collected adj in full control of your faculties poised collectible n things considered to be worth collecting (not necessarily valuable or antique) collectible adj subject to or requiring payment especially as specified payable collecting n the act of gathering something together collection,assembling,aggregation collection n several things grouped together or considered as a whole aggregation,accumulation,assemblage collection n a publication containing a variety of works compendium collection n request for a sum of money solicitation,appeal collection n the act of gathering something together collecting,assembling,aggregation collective n members of a cooperative enterprise collective adj done by or characteristic of individuals acting together corporate collective adj forming a whole or aggregate distributive collective adj set up on the principle of collectivism or ownership and production by the workers involved usually under the supervision of a government collectively adv in conjunction with; combined jointly collectivism n Soviet communism bolshevism collectivism n a political theory that the people should own the means of production collectivist n a person who belongs to the political left leftist collectivist adj subscribing to the socialistic doctrine of ownership by the people collectively collectivized collectivization n the organization of a nation or economy on the basis of collectivism collectivize v bring under collective control; of farms and industrial enterprises collectivized adj characterized by the principle of ownership by the state or the people of the means of production collectivized adj subscribing to the socialistic doctrine of ownership by the people collectively collectivist collector n a person who collects things collector n a person who is employed to collect payments (as for rent or taxes) gatherer,accumulator collector n a crater that has collected cosmic material hitting the earth collector n the electrode in a transistor through which a primary flow of carriers leaves the region between the electrodes colleen n an Irish girl college n the body of faculty and students of a college college n an institution of higher education created to educate and grant degrees; often a part of a university college n a complex of buildings in which an institution of higher education is housed collegial adj characterized by or having authority vested equally among colleagues collegial adj of or resembling or typical of a college or college students collegiate collegian n a student (or former student) at a college or university collegiate adj of or resembling or typical of a college or college students collegial collet n a metal cap or band placed on a wooden pole to prevent splitting ferrule collet n a cone-shaped chuck used for holding cylindrical pieces in a lathe collet n a band or collar that holds an individual stone in a jewelry setting collide v be incompatible; be or come into conflict clash,jar collide v cause to collide collide v crash together with violent impact clash collider n an accelerator in which two beams of particles are forced to collide head on collie n a silky-coated sheepdog with a long ruff and long narrow head developed in Scotland collier n someone who works in a coal mine pitman collinear adj lying on the same line collins n English writer noted for early detective novels (1824-1889) collins n tall iced drink of liquor (usually gin) with fruit juice collision n (physics) a brief event in which two or more bodies come together hit collision n an accident resulting from violent impact of a moving object collision n a conflict of opposed ideas or attitudes or goals collocate v have a strong tendency to occur side by side collocate v group or chunk together in a certain order or place side by side lump,chunk collocation n a grouping of words in a sentence collocation n the act of positioning close together (or side by side) juxtaposition collodion n a colorless syrupy solution of pyroxylin in ether and alcohol; used as a coating for wounds or photographic films colloid n a mixture with properties between those of a solution and fine suspension colloidal adj of or relating to or having the properties of a colloid colloquial adj characteristic of informal spoken language or conversation conversational colloquium n an academic meeting or seminar usually led by a different lecturer and on a different topic at each meeting colloquium n an address to an academic meeting or seminar colloquy n a conversation especially a formal one colloquy n formal conversation collude v act in unison or agreement and in secret towards a deceitful or illegal purpose conspire collusion n secret agreement collusion n agreement on a secret plot connivance collusive adj acting together in secret toward a fraudulent or illegal end conniving colly v make soiled, filthy, or dirty dirty,soil,begrime,grime,bemire cologne n a commercial center and river port in western Germany on the Rhine River; flourished during the 15th century as a member of the Hanseatic Le cologne n a perfumed liquid made of essential oils and alcohol colombia n a republic in northwestern South America with a coastline on the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea; achieved independence from Spain in 18 colombian n a native or inhabitant of Colombia colombian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Colombia or its people colombo n the capital and largest city of Sri Lanka; has one of the largest harbors in the world; is located on the western coast of the island of Cey colon n the part of the large intestine between the cecum and the rectum; it extracts moisture from food residues before they are excreted colon n the basic unit of money in El Salvador; equal to 100 centavos colon n the basic unit of money in Costa Rica; equal to 100 centimos colon n a port city at the Caribbean entrance to the Panama Canal colonel n a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier colonial n a resident of a colony colonial adj of or relating to or characteristic of or inhabiting a colony colonial adj of animals who live in colonies, such as ants colonial adj composed of many distinct individuals united to form a whole or colony compound colonialism n exploitation by a stronger country of weaker one; the use of the weaker country's resources to strengthen and enrich the stronger country colonialist n a believer in colonialism colonic n a water enema given to flush out the colon colonic adj of or relating to the colon colonise v settle as a colony; of countries in the developing world colonize colonise v settle as colonists or establish a colony (in) colonize colonist n a person who settles in a new colony or moves into new country settler colonization n the act of colonizing; the establishment of colonies settlement colonize v settle as a colony; of countries in the developing world colonise colonize v settle as colonists or establish a colony (in) colonise colonized adj inhabited by colonists settled colonizer n someone who helps to found a colony colonnade n structure consisting of a row of evenly spaced columns colonnade n a structure composed of a series of arches supported by columns arcade colonoscopy n visual examination of the colon (with a colonoscope) from the cecum to the rectum; requires sedation colony n a body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are no settlement colony n a group of organisms of the same type living or growing together colony n one of the 13 British colonies that formed the original states of the United States colony n a place where a group of people with the same interest or occupation are concentrated color n a visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect colour,coloring,colouring color n interest and variety and intensity colour,vividness color n the timbre of a musical sound colour,coloration color n an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading semblance,gloss,colour color v add color to colorize,colour discolor color v affect as in thought or feeling tinge,colour,distort color v modify or bias colour color v decorate with colors colour,emblazon color adj having or capable of producing colors colour coloradan n a native or resident of Colorado colorado n a state in west central United States in the Rocky Mountains co colorado n a river in Texas; flows southeast into the Gulf of Mexico colorado n an important river in the southwestern United States; rises in the Rocky Mountains of northern Colorado and flows southwest through Utah int coloration n the timbre of a musical sound color,colour coloration n appearance with regard to color coloration n choice and use of colors (as by an artist) coloratura n a lyric soprano who specializes in coloratura vocal music coloratura n singing with florid ornamentation colored adj having color or a certain color; sometimes used in combination coloured,colorful colored adj having skin rich in melanin pigments coloured colored adj favoring one person or side over another biased,coloured,slanted colored adj (used of color) artificially produced; not natural bleached,coloured,dyed colorfast adj having color that is resistant to fading or running colorful adj having much or varied color colorless colorful adj striking in variety and interest colorless colorful adj having color or a certain color; sometimes used in combination colored,coloured coloring n a digestible substance used to give color to food colouring coloring n a visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect color,colour,colouring coloring n the act or process of changing the color of something colouring colorize v add color to color,colour colorless adj lacking in variety and interest colorful colorless adj weak in color; not colorful colorful colors n a flag that shows its nationality colours colors n a distinguishing emblem colours colossal adj so great in size or force or extent as to elicit awe prodigious,stupendous colosseum n a large amphitheater in Rome whose construction was begun by Vespasian about AD 75 or 80 colossians n a New Testament book containing an epistle from Saint Paul to the Colossians in ancient Phrygia colossus n someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful giant,goliath,behemoth,monster colossus n a person of exceptional importance and reputation behemoth,giant,heavyweight,titan colostrum n milky fluid secreted for the first day or two after parturition colour n any material used for its color color colour n (physics) the characteristic of quarks that determines their role in the strong interaction color colour n interest and variety and intensity color,vividness colour n the timbre of a musical sound color,coloration colour v modify or bias color colour v decorate with colors color,emblazon colour v give a deceptive explanation or excuse for color,gloss colour v affect as in thought or feeling tinge,color,distort colour adj having or capable of producing colors color coloured adj having color or a certain color; sometimes used in combination colored,colorful coloured adj favoring one person or side over another biased,colored,slanted coloured adj (used of color) artificially produced; not natural bleached,colored,dyed coloured adj having skin rich in melanin pigments colored colouring n a digestible substance used to give color to food coloring colouring n a visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect color,colour,coloring colouring n the act or process of changing the color of something coloring colours n a distinguishing emblem colors colours n a flag that shows its nationality colors colt n a young male horse under the age of four colt n a kind of revolver colter n a sharp steel wedge that precedes the plow and cuts vertically through the soil coulter coltsfoot n tufted evergreen perennial herb having spikes of tiny white flowers and glossy green round to heart-shaped leaves that become coppery to mar galax,galaxy coltsfoot n perennial herb with large rounded leaves resembling a colt's foot and yellow flowers appearing before the leaves do; native to Europe but no columba n a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Puppis and Caelum dove columba n type genus of the Columbidae: typical pigeons columbia n a North American river; rises in southwestern Canada and flows southward across Washington to form the border between Washington and Oregon columbia n a town in west central Tennessee columbia n capital and largest city in South Carolina; located in central South Carolina columbia n a university town in central Missouri columbian adj of or relating to Christopher Columbus columbine n a plant of the genus Aquilegia having irregular showy spurred flowers; north temperate regions especially mountains columbo n any of various tall perennial herbs constituting the genus Frasera; widely distributed in warm dry upland areas of California, Oregon, and W columbus n the state capital of Ohio; located in the center of the state; site of Ohio State University columbus n Italian navigator who discovered the New World in the service of Spain while looking for a route to China (1451-1506) columbus n a town in eastern Mississippi near the border with Alabama columbus n a city in western Georgia on the Chattahoochee River; industrial center column n a line of units following one after another column n a vertical glass tube used in column chromatography; a mixture is poured in the top and washed through a stationary substance where componen column n a vertical array of numbers or other information column n anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower tower,pillar columnar adj having the form of a column columnar adj characterized by columns columned adj having or resembling columns; having columns of a specified kind (often used as a combining form) columnist n a journalist who writes editorials coma n a state of deep and often prolonged unconsciousness; usually the result of disease or injury coma n (botany) a usually terminal tuft of bracts (as in the pineapple) or tuft of hairs (especially on certain seeds) coma n (astronomy) the luminous cloud of particles surrounding the frozen nucleus of a comet; forms as the comet approaches the sun and is warmed comanche n a member of the Shoshonean people who formerly lived between Wyoming and the Mexican border but are now chiefly in Oklahoma comanche n the Shoshonean language spoken by the Comanche comate adj bearing a coma; crowned with an assemblage of branches or leaves or bracts comate adj of certain seeds (such as cotton) having a tuft or tufts of hair comatose adj relating to or associated with a coma comatose adj in a state of deep and usually prolonged unconsciousness; unable to respond to external stimuli comb n a flat device with narrow pointed teeth on one edge; disentangles or arranges hair comb n the fleshy red crest on the head of the domestic fowl and other gallinaceous birds coxcomb comb n any of several tools for straightening fibers comb n ciliated comb-like swimming plate of a ctenophore comb v straighten with a comb comb v search thoroughly ransack comb v smoothen and neaten with or as with a comb disentangle combat n an engagement fought between two military forces combat n the act of fighting; any contest or struggle fight,fighting,scrap combat v battle or contend against in or as if in a battle battle combatant n someone who fights (or is fighting) belligerent,fighter combatant adj engaging in or ready for combat combative adj inclined or showing an inclination to dispute or disagree, even to engage in law suits contentious,litigious combative adj striving to overcome in argument combative adj having or showing a ready disposition to fight bellicose combativeness n a militant aggressiveness militancy combed adj (of hair) made tidy with a comb comber n a person who separates and straightens the fibers of cotton or wool comber n a long curling sea wave comber n a machine that separates and straightens the fibers of cotton or wool combinable adj able to or tending to combine combination n a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities combination n a coordinated sequence of chess moves combination n a sequence of numbers or letters that opens a combination lock combination n a group of people (often temporary) having a common purpose combine n harvester that heads and threshes and cleans grain while moving across the field combine n a consortium of independent organizations formed to limit competition by controlling the production and distribution of a product or service trust,cartel combine n an occurrence that results in things being united combining combine v have or possess in combination unite combine v put or add together compound combine v combine so as to form a whole; mix compound combine v add together from different sources combined adj made or joined or united into one combing n the act of drawing a comb through hair comb combining n an occurrence that results in things being united combine combining n the act of combining things to form a new whole combination,compounding combo n a small band of jazz musicians combust v cause to burn or combust burn combust v start to burn or burst into flames erupt,ignite combust v get very angry and fly into a rage combust v cause to become violent or angry combustible n a substance that can be burned to provide heat or power combustible adj capable of igniting and burning combustion n a process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give heat and light burning combustion n a state of violent disturbance and excitement combustion n the act of burning something burning come n the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract semen,seed,ejaculate,cum come v move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody go come v reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress arrive,get come v come to pass; arrive, as in due course come v reach or enter a state, relation, condition, use, or position comeback n a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) rejoinder,retort,return,riposte,replication,counter comeback n return by a celebrity to some previously successful activity comedian n a professional performer who tells jokes and performs comical acts comic comedian n an actor in a comedy comedienne n a female actor in a comedy comedienne n a female comedian comedo n a black-tipped plug clogging a pore of the skin blackhead comedown n decline to a lower status or level comedy n light and humorous drama with a happy ending tragedy comedy n a comic incident or series of incidents clowning,funniness comely adj according with custom or propriety becoming,decorous comely adj very pleasing to the eye bonny,bonnie,fair comer n someone with a promising future comer n someone who arrives (or has arrived) arrival comestible n any substance that can be used as food edible,eatable,pabulum,victual,victuals comestible adj suitable for use as food edible,eatable comet n (astronomy) a relatively small extraterrestrial body consisting of a frozen mass that travels around the sun in a highly elliptical orbit cometary adj of or relating to or resembling a comet cometic cometic adj of or relating to or resembling a comet cometary comeuppance n an outcome (good or bad) that is well deserved and fitting comfit n candy containing a fruit or nut comfit v make into a confection confect,confection comfort n a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain discomfort comfort n a feeling of freedom from worry or disappointment comfort n the act of consoling; giving relief in affliction consolation,solace comfort n a freedom from financial difficulty that promotes a comfortable state ease comfort v give moral or emotional strength to soothe,console,solace comfort v lessen pain or discomfort; alleviate ease comfortable adj providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (`comfy' is informal) comfy uncomfortable comfortable adj free from stress or conducive to mental ease; having or affording peace of mind uncomfortable comfortable adj more than adequate comfortable adj sufficient to provide comfort comfortably adv in mental comfort; without stress comfortably adv in physical comfort uncomfortably comfortably adv in financial comfort well comforted adj made comfortable or more comfortable in a time of distress comforter n a person who commiserates with someone who has had misfortune sympathizer comforter n a person who reduces the intensity (e.g., of fears) and calms and pacifies reliever comforter n bedding made of two layers of cloth filled with stuffing and stitched together quilt,comfort,puff comforter n device used for an infant to suck or bite on pacifier comforting adj providing freedom from worry cheering,satisfying comforting adj affording comfort or solace consoling comfortless adj without comfort comforts n things that make you comfortable and at ease amenities,conveniences comfrey n perennial herbs of Europe and Iran; make rapidly growing groundcover for shaded areas cumfrey comfrey n leaves make a popular tisane; young leaves used in salads or cooked comfy adj providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (`comfy' is informal) comfortable comic n a professional performer who tells jokes and performs comical acts comedian comic adj arousing or provoking laughter amusing,comical,funny,laughable comic adj of or relating to or characteristic of comedy comical adj arousing or provoking laughter amusing,comic,funny,laughable comically adv in a comical manner coming n the act of drawing spatially closer to something approach,approaching coming n arrival that has been awaited (especially of something momentous) advent coming n the temporal property of becoming nearer in time approach,approaching coming n the moment of most intense pleasure in sexual intercourse orgasm,climax coming adj of the relatively near future approaching,forthcoming,upcoming comity n a state or atmosphere of harmony or mutual civility and respect comma n a punctuation mark (,) used to indicate the separation of elements within the grammatical structure of a sentence comma n anglewing butterfly with a comma-shaped mark on the underside of each hind wing command n an authoritative direction or instruction to do something bid,bidding,dictation command n a military unit or region under the control of a single officer command n the power or authority to command command n availability for use command v be in command of command v make someone do something require command v demand as one's due command v look down on dominate,overlook,overtop commandant n an officer in command of a military unit commander commandeer v take arbitrarily or by force hijack,pirate commander n an officer in command of a military unit commandant commander n someone in an official position of authority who can command or control others commander n a commissioned naval officer who ranks above a lieutenant commander and below a captain commander n an officer in the airforce commanding adj used of a height or viewpoint dominating,overlooking commandment n something that is commanded commandment n a doctrine that is taught teaching,precept commando n a member of a military unit trained as shock troops for hit-and-run raids ranger commando n an amphibious military unit trained for raids into enemy territory commemorate v celebrate by some ceremony or observation mark commemorate v call to remembrance; keep alive the memory of someone or something, as in a ceremony remember commemorate v be or provide a memorial to a person or an event memorialize,immortalize,immortalise commemorating adj intended as a commemoration commemorative commemoration n a ceremony to honor the memory of someone or something commemoration n a recognition of meritorious service memorial,remembrance commemorative n an object (such as a coin or postage stamp) made to mark an event or honor a person commemorative adj intended as a commemoration commemorating commence v take the first step or steps in carrying out an action begin,get,start commence v set in motion, cause to start begin,start commence v get off the ground start commencement n the time at which something is supposed to begin beginning,first,outset,start,kickoff,showtime,offset commencement n an academic exercise in which diplomas are conferred graduation commencement n the act of starting something beginning,start commend v express approval of commend v present as worthy of regard, kindness, or confidence commend v give to in charge commend v express a good opinion of recommend commendable adj worthy of high praise laudable,praiseworthy commendable adv in an admirable manner admirably commendation n an official award (as for bravery or service) usually given as formal public statement citation commendation n a message expressing a favorable opinion approval commensal n either of two different animal or plant species living in close association but not interdependent commensal adj living in a state of commensalism commensurate adj corresponding in size or degree or extent comment n a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information remark,input comment n a written explanation or criticism or illustration that is added to a book or other textual material commentary comment n a report (often malicious) about the behavior of other people gossip,scuttlebutt comment v make or write a comment on notice,remark comment v explain or interpret something comment v provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases gloss,annotate commentary n a written explanation or criticism or illustration that is added to a book or other textual material comment commentate v make a commentary on commentate v serve as a commentator, as in sportscasting commentator n an expert who observes and comments on something observer commentator n a writer who reports and analyzes events of the day reviewer commerce n transactions (sales and purchases) having the objective of supplying commodities (goods and services) commercialism,mercantilism commerce n the United States federal department that promotes and administers domestic and foreign trade (including management of the census and the pa doc commerce n social exchange, especially of opinions, attitudes, etc. commercial n a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television commercial adj connected with or engaged in or sponsored by or used in commerce or commercial enterprises noncommercial commercial adj of or relating to commercialism commercial adj of the kind or quality used in commerce; average or inferior commercialism n transactions (sales and purchases) having the objective of supplying commodities (goods and services) commerce,mercantilism commercialization n the act of commercializing something; involving something in commerce commercialize v exploit for maximal profit, usually by sacrificing quality commercialize v make commercial market commercialized adj organized principally for financial gain commercially adv in a commercial manner commie n a socialist who advocates communism communist commingle v mix or blend commingle v mix together different elements blend,flux,mix,conflate,fuse,coalesce,meld,combine comminute v reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading grind,mash,crunch,bray commiserate v to feel or express sympathy or compassion sympathize commissar n an official of the Communist Party who was assigned to teach party principles to a military unit commissary n a retail store that sells equipment and provisions (usually to military personnel) commissary n a snack bar in a film studio commission n a special group delegated to consider some matter committee commission n a fee for services rendered based on a percentage of an amount received or collected or agreed to be paid (as distinguished from a salary) commission n the act of granting authority to undertake certain functions commissioning commission n the state of being in good working order and ready for operation commission v put into commission; equip for service; of ships commission v place an order for commission v charge with a task commissioned adj (of military officers) holding by virtue of a commission a rank of second lieutenant or ensign or above commissioned adj given official approval to act accredited,licensed commissioner n a government administrator commissioner n a member of a commission commissioning n the act of granting authority to undertake certain functions commission commit v perform an act, usually with a negative connotation perpetrate,pull commit v give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause give,dedicate,consecrate,devote commit v cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution institutionalize,send,charge commit v confer a trust upon entrust,trust,confide commitment n the trait of sincere and steadfast fixity of purpose commitment n the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action allegiance,loyalty,dedication commitment n an engagement by contract involving financial obligation commitment n a message that makes a pledge dedication committal n the official act of consigning a person to confinement (as in a prison or mental hospital) commitment,consignment committal n the act of committing a crime commission committed adj bound or obligated, as under a pledge to a particular cause, action, or attitude uncommitted committed adj associated in an exclusive sexual relationship attached committee n a special group delegated to consider some matter commission committee n a self-constituted organization to promote something committeeman n a man who is a member of committee commode n a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination toilet,can,crapper,pot,potty,stool,throne commode n a tall elegant chest of drawers commodious adj large and roomy (`convenient' is archaic in this sense) convenient commodity n articles of commerce good commodore n a commissioned naval officer who ranks above a captain and below a rear admiral; the lowest grade of admiral common n a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area park,commons,green common adj belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public individual common adj having no special distinction or quality; widely known or commonly encountered; average or ordinary or usual uncommon common adj common to or shared by two or more parties mutual common adj commonly encountered usual commonality n a class composed of persons lacking clerical or noble rank commons commonality n sharing of common attributes individuality commoner n a person who holds no title commonly adv under normal conditions normally,usually,ordinarily commonplace n a trite or obvious remark platitude,cliche,banality,bromide commonplace adj completely ordinary and unremarkable commonplace adj not challenging; dull and lacking excitement humdrum,prosaic,unglamorous commonplace adj repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse banal,hackneyed,shopworn,stock,threadbare,timeworn,tired,trite commons n a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area park,common,green commons n a pasture subject to common use commons n a class composed of persons lacking clerical or noble rank commonality commons n the common people commonsensical adj exhibiting native good judgment commonwealth n the official name of some states in the United States (Massachusetts and Pennsylvania and Virginia and Kentucky) and associated territories commonwealth n a politically organized body of people under a single government state,nation,country,land commonwealth n a world organization of autonomous states that are united in allegiance to a central power but are not subordinate to it or to one another commonwealth n a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them democracy,republic commotion n a disorderly outburst or tumult disturbance,disruption,flutter commotion n the act of making a noisy disturbance din,ruction,ruckus,rumpus,tumult commotion n confused movement whirl communal adj for or by a group rather than individuals communal adj relating to a small administrative district or community commune n the smallest administrative district of several European countries commune n a body of people or families living together and sharing everything commune v communicate intimately with; be in a state of heightened, intimate receptivity commune v receive Communion, in the Catholic church communicate communicable adj (of disease) capable of being transmitted by infection catching,contagious,transmittable communicable adj readily communicated communicate v transmit information pass communicate v transmit thoughts or feelings intercommunicate communicate v transfer to another convey,transmit communicate v join or connect communicating n the activity of communicating; the activity of conveying information communication communication n the activity of communicating; the activity of conveying information communicating communication n something that is communicated by or to or between people or groups communication n a connection allowing access between persons or places communications n the discipline that studies the principles of transmiting information and the methods by which it is delivered (as print or radio or televis communicative adj of or relating to communication communicative adj able or tending to communicate communicator n a person who communicates with others communion n the act of participating in the celebration of the Eucharist communion n sharing thoughts and feelings sharing communion n (Christianity) a group of Christians with a common religious faith who practice the same rites communique n an official report (usually sent in haste) dispatch,despatch communism n a form of socialism that abolishes private ownership communism n a political theory favoring collectivism in a classless society communist n a member of the communist party communist n a socialist who advocates communism commie communist adj relating to or marked by communism community n a group of people living in a particular local area community n a group of people having a religion, ethnic, profession, or other particular characteristic in common community n common ownership community n a group of nations having common interests communization n a change from private property to public property owned by the community communization n the organization of a nation of the basis of communism communization n changing something from private to state ownership or control nationalization communize v make Communist or bring in accord with Communist principles communize v make into property owned by the state commutate v reverse the direction of (an alternating electric current) each half cycle so as to produce a unidirectional current commutation n the travel of a commuter commuting commutation n a warrant substituting a lesser punishment for a greater one commutation n (law) the reduction in severity of a punishment imposed by law commutation n the act of putting one thing or person in the place of another: "he sent Smith in for Jones but the substitution came too late to help" substitution,exchange commute n a regular journey of some distance to and from your place of work commute v exchange positions without a change in value transpose commute v travel back and forth regularly, as between one's place of work and home commute v change the order or arrangement of permute,transpose commute v exchange a penalty for a less severe one convert,exchange commuter n a passenger train that is ridden primarily by passengers who travel regularly from one place to another commuter n someone who travels regularly from home in a suburb to work in a city commuting n the travel of a commuter commutation comp n an intensive examination testing a student's proficiency in some special field of knowledge comprehensive compact n a small cosmetics case with a mirror; to be carried in a woman's purse compact n a signed written agreement between two or more parties (nations) to perform some action covenant compact n a small and economical car compact v have the property of being packable or of compacting easily pack compact v compress into a wad pack,bundle,wad compact v make more compact by or as if by pressing compress compact v squeeze or press together compress,constrict,squeeze,contract,press compact adj closely and firmly united or packed together loose compact adj having a short and solid form or stature stocky,thick,thickset compact adj briefly giving the gist of something succinct,summary compaction n an increase in the density of something compression compaction n the act of crushing crush,crunch compactness n the spatial property of being crowded together concentration,density,tightness compactness n the consistency of a compact solid companion n a friend who is frequently in the company of another comrade,fellow,familiar,associate companion n a traveler who accompanies you companion n one paid to accompany or assist or live with another companion v be a companion to somebody company,accompany companionship n the state of being with someone company,fellowship,society companionway n a stairway or ladder that leads from one deck to another on a ship company n an institution created to conduct business company n small military unit; usually two or three platoons company n the state of being with someone companionship,fellowship,society company n organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical) troupe company v be a companion to somebody companion,accompany comparability n qualities that are comparable comparison,compare,equivalence comparable adj able to be compared or worthy of comparison incomparable comparable adj conforming in every respect corresponding,like comparably adv in a comparable manner or to a comparable degree incomparably comparative n the comparative form of an adjective or adverb comparative adj relating to or based on or involving comparison comparative adj estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete relative comparatively adv in a relative manner; by comparison to something else relatively compare n qualities that are comparable comparison,equivalence,comparability compare v examine and note the similarities or differences of compare v be comparable compare v consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous liken,equate compare v to form the comparative or superlative form on an adjective or adverb comparing n the act of examining resemblances comparison comparison n the act of examining resemblances comparing comparison n relation based on similarities and differences comparison n qualities that are comparable compare,equivalence,comparability compartment n a space into which an area is subdivided compartment n a partitioned section, chamber, or separate room within a larger enclosed area compartmental adj divided up into compartments or categories compartmentalized compartmentalize v separate into isolated compartments or categories compartmentalized adj divided up into compartments or categories compartmental compass n navigational instrument for finding directions compass n an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" scope,range,reach,orbit compass n the limit of capability range,reach,grasp compass n drafting instrument used for drawing circles compass v bring about; accomplish compass v travel around, either by plane or ship circumnavigate compass v get the meaning of something grok,comprehend,savvy,dig,grasp,apprehend compassion n a deep awareness of and sympathy for another's suffering compassion n the humane quality of understanding the suffering of others and wanting to do something about it pity compassionate v share the suffering of pity compassionate adj showing or having compassion compassionately adv in a compassionate manner compatibility n a feeling of sympathetic understanding compatibility n capability of existing or performing in harmonious or congenial combination incompatibility compatible adj able to exist and perform in harmonious or agreeable combination incompatible compatible adj capable of being used with or connected to other devices or components without modification incompatible compatible adj capable of forming a homogeneous mixture that neither separates nor is altered by chemical interaction compatriot n a person from your own country compeer n a person who is of equal standing with another in a group peer,equal,match compel v force somebody to do something oblige,obligate compel v necessitate or exact compelling adj driving or forcing compelling adj tending to persuade by forcefulness of argument compendium n a publication containing a variety of works collection compendium n a concise but comprehensive summary of a larger work compensable adj for which money is paid paying,remunerative,salaried compensate v adjust for counterbalance,correct compensate v make amends for; pay compensation for recompense,repair,indemnify compensate v make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities cover compensate v make reparations or amends for right,redress,correct compensated adj receiving or eligible for compensation salaried compensation n something (such as money) given or received as payment or reparation (as for a service or loss or injury) compensation n (psychiatry) a defense mechanism that conceals your undesirable shortcomings by exaggerating desirable behaviors compensation n the act of compensating for service or loss or injury recompense compere n British term for someone who introduces television acts or cabarets etc compere v act as a master of ceremonies emcee compete v compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others vie,contend competence n the quality of being adequately or well qualified physically and intellectually competency incompetence competency n the quality of being adequately or well qualified physically and intellectually competence competent adj properly or sufficiently qualified or capable or efficient incompetent competent adj adequate, but not outstanding or exceptional competent adj legally qualified or sufficient incompetent competently adv with competence; in a competent capable manner aptly,ably incompetently competition n a business relation in which two parties compete to gain customers competition n an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants contest competition n the act of competing as for profit or a prize contention,rivalry cooperation competition n the contestant you hope to defeat rival,challenger,competitor,contender competitive adj involving competition or competitiveness noncompetitive competitive adj subscribing to capitalistic competition competitive adj showing a fighting disposition militant competitively adv in competition competitiveness n an aggressive willingness to compete fight competitor n the contestant you hope to defeat rival,challenger,competition,contender compilation n something that is compiled (as into a single book or file) digest compilation n the act of compiling (as into a single book or file or list) compiling compile v get or gather together collect,accumulate,amass,hoard compile v put together out of existing material compose compile v use a computer program to translate source code written in a particular programming language into computer-readable machine code that can be compiler n a person who compiles information (as for reference purposes) compiler n (computer science) a program that decodes instructions written in a higher order language and produces an assembly language program compiling n the act of compiling (as into a single book or file or list) compilation complacence n the feeling you have when you are satisfied with yourself complacency complacency n the feeling you have when you are satisfied with yourself complacence complacent adj contented to a fault with oneself or one's actions complacently adv in a self-satisfied manner complain v express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness kick,plain cheer complain v make a formal accusation; bring a formal charge complainant n a person who brings an action in a court of law plaintiff complainer n a person given to excessive complaints and crying and whining whiner,moaner,crybaby complaining adj expressing pain or dissatisfaction of resentment complaint n an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining ailment,ill complaint n (formerly) a loud cry (or repeated cries) of pain or rage or sorrow complaint n an expression of grievance or resentment complaint n (civil law) the first pleading of the plaintiff setting out the facts on which the claim for relief is based complaisant adj showing a cheerful willingness to do favors for others obliging complement n a word or phrase used to complete a grammatical construction complement n a complete number or quantity complement n number needed to make up a whole force complement n something added to complete or embellish or make perfect accompaniment complement v make complete or perfect; supply what is wanting or form the complement to complementary n either one of two chromatic colors that when mixed together give white (in the case of lights) or grey (in the case of pigments) complementary adj of words or propositions so related that each is the negation of the other complementary adj acting as or providing a complement (something that completes the whole) completing complete v come or bring to a finish or an end finish complete v bring to a whole, with all the necessary parts or elements complete v complete or carry out dispatch,discharge complete v complete a pass nail complete adj having every necessary or normal part or component or step incomplete complete adj perfect and complete in every respect; having all necessary qualities consummate complete adj highly skilled accomplished complete adj without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers arrant,consummate,everlasting,gross,perfect,pure,stark,staring completed adj successfully completed or brought to an end accomplished,realized,realised completed adj (of a marriage) completed by the first act of sexual intercourse after the ceremony completed adj caught completely adv to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') wholly,entirely,totally,all,altogether,whole,right completely adv so as to be complete; with everything necessary completeness n the state of being complete and entire; having everything that is needed completeness n (logic) an attribute of a logical system that is so constituted that a contradiction arises if any proposition is introduced that cannot be completing adj acting as or providing a complement (something that completes the whole) complementary completion n (American football) a successful forward pass in football completion n a concluding action culmination,closing,windup complex n a conceptual whole made up of complicated and related parts composite complex n a compound described in terms of the central atom to which other atoms are bound or coordinated complex n (psychoanalysis) a combination of emotions and impulses that have been rejected from awareness but still influence a person's behavior complex n a whole structure (as a building) made up of interconnected or related structures complex adj complicated in structure; consisting of interconnected parts simple complex adj difficult to analyze or understand complicated complexion n the coloring of a person's face complexion n a combination that results from coupling or interlinking complexion n a point of view or general attitude or inclination complexion n texture and appearance of the skin of the face complexion v give a certain color to complexity n the quality of being intricate and compounded simplicity compliance n acting according to certain accepted standards conformity,conformation,abidance noncompliance compliance n a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others deference compliance n the act of submitting; usually surrendering power to another submission compliant adj inclined to comply defiant complicate v make more complicated perplex simplify complicate v make more complex, intricate, or richer refine,elaborate complicated adj difficult to analyze or understand complex complication n the act or process of complicating complication n a situation or condition that is complex or confused complication n any disease or disorder that occurs during the course of (or because of) another disease complication n a development that complicates a situation ramification complicity n guilt as an accomplice in a crime or offense compliment n a remark (or act) expressing praise and admiration compliment v say something to someone that expresses praise congratulate compliment v express respect or esteem for complimentary adj conveying or resembling a compliment complimentary adj costing nothing free,gratis,gratuitous compliments n (usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare regard,wish compline n last of the seven canonical hours just before retiring complot v engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together conspire,cabal,conjure,machinate comply v act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes follow component n an abstract part of something constituent,element,factor,ingredient component n something determined in relation to something that includes it part,portion,constituent component n an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or atta constituent,element comport v behave well or properly behave comport v behave in a certain manner behave,acquit,bear,deport,conduct,carry comportment n dignified manner or conduct bearing,presence,mien compose v form the substance of compose v write music write compose v produce a literary work write,pen,indite compose v put together out of existing material compile composed adj serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress composer n someone who composes music as a profession composing n the spatial property resulting from the arrangement of parts in relation to each other and to the whole composition composing n musical creation composition composite n a conceptual whole made up of complicated and related parts complex composite n considered the most highly evolved dicotyledonous plants, characterized by florets arranged in dense heads that resemble single flowers composite adj consisting of separate interconnected parts composite adj of or relating to or belonging to the plant family Compositae composition n the spatial property resulting from the arrangement of parts in relation to each other and to the whole composing composition n the way in which someone or something is composed constitution,makeup composition n a mixture of ingredients composition n a musical work that has been created opus,piece compositional adj arranging or grouping compost n a mixture of decaying vegetation and manure; used as a fertilizer compost v convert to compost composure n steadiness of mind under stress calm,calmness,equanimity compote n dessert of stewed or baked fruit compound n a whole formed by a union of two or more elements or parts compound n (chemistry) a substance formed by chemical union of two or more elements or ingredients in definite proportion by weight compound n an enclosure of residences and other building (especially in the Orient) compound v make more intense, stronger, or more marked intensify,heighten,deepen compound v put or add together combine compound v calculate principal and interest compound v create by mixing or combining compound adj composed of more than one part simple compound adj consisting of two or more substances or ingredients or elements or parts compound adj composed of many distinct individuals united to form a whole or colony colonial compounded adj combined into or constituting a chemical compound compounding n the act of combining things to form a new whole combination,combining comprehend v get the meaning of something grok,savvy,dig,grasp,compass,apprehend comprehend v to become aware of through the senses perceive comprehend v include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory embrace,encompass,cover comprehended adj fully understood or grasped appreciated,apprehended comprehensibility n the quality of comprehensible language or thought comprehensible adj capable of being comprehended or understood incomprehensible comprehension n an ability to understand the meaning or importance of something (or the knowledge acquired as a result) comprehension n the relation of comprising something inclusion comprehensive n an intensive examination testing a student's proficiency in some special field of knowledge comp comprehensive adj including all or everything comprehensive adj broad in scope comprehensively adv in an all-inclusive manner comprehensiveness n completeness over a broad scope fullness comprehensiveness n the capacity to understand a broad range of topics breadth,largeness compress n a cloth pad or dressing (with or without medication) applied firmly to some part of the body (to relieve discomfort or reduce fever) compress v make more compact by or as if by pressing compact compress v squeeze or press together constrict,squeeze,compact,contract,press compressed adj pressed tightly together tight compressed adj reduced in volume by pressure compressed adj flattened laterally along the whole length (e.g., certain leafstalks or flatfishes) flat compressing n applying pressure compression compression n an increase in the density of something compaction compression n the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together condensation,contraction compression n encoding information while reducing the bandwidth or bits required decompression compression n applying pressure compressing decompression compressor n a mechanical device that compresses gasses comprise v be composed of consist comprise v include or contain; have as a component incorporate,contain comprise v form or compose constitute,represent,be compromise n a middle way between two extremes compromise n an accommodation in which both sides make concessions compromise v make a compromise; arrive at a compromise compromise v settle by concession compromise v expose or make liable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute compromiser n a negotiator willing to compromise compromising adj making or willing to make concessions conciliatory,flexible uncompromising compromising adj vulnerable to danger especially of discredit or suspicion compton n United States physicist noted for research on x-rays and gamma rays and nuclear energy; his observation that X-rays behave like miniature bo comptroller n someone who maintains and audits business accounts accountant,controller compulsion n an urge to do or say something that might be better left undone or unsaid compulsion n an irrational motive for performing trivial or repetitive actions, even against your will obsession compulsion n using force to cause something to occur coercion compulsive n a person with a compulsive disposition; someone who feels compelled to do certain things compulsive adj caused by or suggestive of psychological compulsion compulsive adj strongly motivated to succeed determined,driven compulsively adv in a compulsive manner obsessively compulsory adj required by rule mandatory,required compunction n a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed) remorse computable adj may be computed or estimated estimable computation n the procedure of calculating; determining something by mathematical or logical methods calculation,computing computation n problem solving that involves numbers or quantities calculation,figuring,reckoning computational adj of or involving computation or computers computationally adv with regard to computation compute v make a mathematical calculation or computation calculate,cipher,cypher,reckon,figure computer n a machine for performing calculations automatically computer n an expert at calculation (or at operating calculating machines) calculator,reckoner,estimator computing n the branch of engineering science that studies (with the aid of computers) computable processes and structures computing n the procedure of calculating; determining something by mathematical or logical methods calculation,computation comrade n a friend who is frequently in the company of another companion,fellow,familiar,associate comrade n a fellow member of the Communist Party comrade n used as a term of address for those male persons engaged in the same movement brother comstock n United States reformer who led moral crusades against art and literature that he considered obscene (1844-1915) con n an argument opposed to a proposal pro con n a person serving a sentence in a jail or prison convict,inmate,yardbird con n a swindle in which you cheat at gambling or persuade a person to buy worthless property hustle,sting,flimflam con v deprive of by deceit victimize,swindle,rook,diddle,defraud,scam,mulct con v commit to memory; learn by heart memorize,learn con adv in opposition to a proposition, opinion, etc. pro concatenate v combine two strings to form a single one concatenate v add by linking or joining so as to form a chain or series concatenation n the state of being linked together as in a chain; union in a linked series concatenation n the linking together of a consecutive series of symbols or events or ideas etc concatenation n a series of things depending on each other as if linked together chain concatenation n the act of linking together as in a series or chain concave adj curving inward convex concavity n a shape that curves or bends inward concavity n the property possessed by a concave shape conceal v prevent from being seen or discovered hide conceal v hold back; keep from being perceived by others concealed adj not accessible to view hidden concealed adj hidden on any grounds for any motive unconcealed concealing n the activity of keeping something secret concealment,hiding concealing adj covering or hiding revealing concealment n the condition of being concealed or hidden privacy,secrecy concealment n a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something screen,cover,covert concealment n the activity of keeping something secret concealing,hiding concede v admit (to a wrongdoing) profess,confess concede v be willing to concede yield,grant concede v give over; surrender or relinquish to the physical control of another yield,cede,grant concede v acknowledge defeat conceding n the act of conceding or yielding concession,yielding conceit n feelings of excessive pride vanity conceit n an elaborate poetic image or a far-fetched comparison of very dissimilar things conceit n a witty or ingenious turn of phrase conceit n an artistic device or effect conceited adj characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance egotistical,swollen,vain conceivable adj capable of being imagined imaginable conceivably adv within the realm of possibility conceive v have the idea for gestate,conceptualize,conceptualise conceive v judge or regard; look upon; judge think,believe,consider conceive v become pregnant; undergo conception concenter v bring into focus or alignment; to converge or cause to converge; of ideas or emotions concentre,focus concentrate n the desired mineral that is left after impurities have been removed from mined ore concentrate n a concentrated form of a foodstuff; the bulk is reduced by removing water concentrate n a concentrated example of something concentrate v make denser, stronger, or purer concentrate v direct one's attention on something focus,center,centre,pore,rivet concentrate v make central centralize concentrate v make more concise digest,condense concentrated adj gathered together or made less diffuse distributed concentrated adj of or relating to a solution whose dilution has been reduced concentrated adj intensely focused concentrated adj (of light) transmitted directly from a pointed light source hard concentration n the strength of a solution; number of molecules of a substance in a given volume concentration n the spatial property of being crowded together density,tightness,compactness distribution concentration n strengthening the concentration (as of a solute in a mixture) by removing diluting material dilution concentration n increase in density concentre v bring into focus or alignment; to converge or cause to converge; of ideas or emotions concenter,focus concentric adj having a common center eccentric concept n an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances conception,construct conception n an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances concept,construct misconception conception n the act of becoming pregnant; fertilization of an ovum by a spermatozoon conception n the event that occurred at the beginning of something creation conception n the creation of something in the mind invention,innovation,design conceptional adj being of the nature of a notion or concept notional conceptual adj being or characterized by concepts or their formation conceptualise v have the idea for gestate,conceive,conceptualize conceptualization n inventing or contriving an idea or explanation and formulating it mentally formulation conceptualization n an elaborated concept conceptualize v have the idea for gestate,conceive,conceptualise conceptually adv in a conceptual manner concern n something that interests you because it is important or affects you concern n an anxious feeling care,fear concern n a feeling of sympathy for someone or something unconcern concern n something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness worry,headache concern v be relevant to refer,pertain,relate,touch concern v be on the mind of interest,occupy,worry concerned adj feeling or showing worry or solicitude unconcerned concerned adj involved in or affected by or having a claim to or share in interested concerned adj culpably involved implicated concert n a performance of music by players or singers not involving theatrical staging concert v contrive (a plan) by mutual agreement concert v settle by agreement concerted adj involving the joint activity of two or more conjunct,cooperative concertina n coiled barbed wire used as an obstacle concertina n free-reed instrument played like an accordion by pushing its ends together to force air through the reeds concertina v collapse like a concertina concerto n a composition for orchestra and a soloist concession n a contract granting the right to operate a subsidiary business grant concession n the act of conceding or yielding conceding,yielding concession n a point conceded or yielded concessionaire n someone who holds or operates a concession conch n any of various edible tropical marine gastropods of the genus Strombus having a brightly-colored spiral shell with large outer lip concha n (anatomy) a structure that resembles a shell in shape concierge n a French caretaker of apartments or a hotel; lives on the premises and oversees people entering and leaving and handles mail and acts as jan conciliation n the state of manifesting goodwill and cooperation after being reconciled conciliation n any of various forms of mediation whereby disputes may be settled short of arbitration conciliation n the act of placating and overcoming distrust and animosity conciliator n someone who tries to bring peace pacifier,peacemaker conciliatory adj making or willing to make concessions compromising,flexible conciliatory adj intended to placate antagonistic concise adj expressing much in few words concisely adv in a concise manner; in a few words briefly,shortly conciseness n terseness and economy in writing and speaking achieved by expressing a great deal in just a few words concision concision n terseness and economy in writing and speaking achieved by expressing a great deal in just a few words conciseness conclave n a confidential or secret meeting conclude v decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion reason conclude v bring to a close conclude v reach a conclusion after a discussion or deliberation resolve conclude v come to a close close concluded adj having come or been brought to a conclusion complete,ended,over,terminated concluding adj occurring at or forming an end or termination final,last,terminal conclusion n a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration decision,determination conclusion n an intuitive assumption conclusion n the temporal end; the concluding time finale,finish,last,close conclusion n event whose occurrence ends something ending,finish conclusive adj forming an end or termination; especially putting an end to doubt or question inconclusive conclusively adv in a conclusive way inconclusively concoct v make a concoction (of) by mixing concoct v prepare or cook by mixing ingredients concoct v invent concoct v devise or invent hatch concoction n any foodstuff made by combining different ingredients mixture concoction n an occurrence of an unusual mixture concoction n the invention of a scheme or story to suit some purpose concoction n the act of creating something (a medicine or drink or soup etc.) by compounding or mixing a variety of components confection concomitant n an event or situation that happens at the same time as or in connection with another accompaniment,attendant concomitant adj occurring with or following as a consequence attendant,consequent,accompanying,incidental,resultant,sequent,collateral concord n capital of the state of New Hampshire; located in south central New Hampshire on the Merrimack river concord n a harmonious state of things in general and of their properties (as of colors and sounds); congruity of parts with one another and with the harmony,concordance concord n the determination of grammatical inflection on the basis of word relations agreement concord n town in eastern Massachusetts near Boston where the first battle of the American Revolution was fought concord v go together harmonize,consort,accord,agree concord v arrange by concord or agreement concord v arrange the words of a text so as to create a concordance concord v be in accord; be in agreement agree,hold,concur concordance n a harmonious state of things in general and of their properties (as of colors and sounds); congruity of parts with one another and with the harmony,concord concordance n agreement of opinions harmony,concord concordance n an index of all main words in a book along with their immediate contexts concordant adj in keeping accordant,agreeable,consonant concordant adj being of the same opinion concurring concourse n a large gathering of people multitude,throng concourse n a wide hallway in a building where people can walk concourse n a coming together of people confluence concrete n a strong hard building material composed of sand and gravel and cement and water concrete v cover with cement concrete v form into a solid mass; coalesce concrete adj capable of being perceived by the senses; not abstract or imaginary abstract concrete adj formed by the coalescence of particles concretely adv in concrete terms concubinage n cohabitation without being legally married concubine n a woman who cohabits with an important man courtesan,doxy,paramour concupiscent adj vigorously passionate lustful,lusty concur v be in accord; be in agreement agree,hold,concord concur v happen simultaneously coincide concurrence n agreement of results or opinions concurrency concurrence n acting together, as agents or circumstances or events concurrency concurrence n a state of cooperation concurrence n the temporal property of two things happening at the same time coincidence,conjunction concurrency n agreement of results or opinions concurrence concurrency n acting together, as agents or circumstances or events concurrence concurrent adj occurring or operating at the same time coincident,coincidental,coinciding,simultaneous concurrently adv overlapping in duration concurring adj being of the same opinion concordant concussion n injury to the brain caused by a blow; usually resulting in loss of consciousness concussion n any violent blow condemn v express strong disapproval of reprobate,decry,excoriate condemn v declare or judge unfit for use or habitation condemn v compel or force into a particular state or activity condemn v demonstrate the guilt of (someone) condemnable adj bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure criminal,deplorable,reprehensible,vicious condemnation n an expression of strong disapproval; pronouncing as wrong or morally culpable condemnation n (law) the act of condemning (as land forfeited for public use) or judging to be unfit for use (as a food product or an unsafe building) condemnation n an appeal to some supernatural power to inflict evil on someone or some group execration,curse condemnation n the condition of being strongly disapproved of condemning adj containing or imposing condemnation or censure condensate n a product of condensation condensate n atmospheric moisture that has condensed because of cold condensation condensation n (psychoanalysis) an unconscious process whereby two ideas or images combine into a single symbol; especially in dreams condensation n the process of changing from a gaseous to a liquid or solid state condensation n atmospheric moisture that has condensed because of cold condensate condensation n the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together compression,contraction condense v undergo condensation; change from a gaseous to a liquid state and fall in drops distill condense v make more concise digest,concentrate condense v remove water from condense v cause a gas or vapor to change into a liquid condenser n an electrical device characterized by its capacity to store an electric charge capacitor,capacitance condenser n an apparatus that converts vapor into liquid condenser n a hollow coil that condenses by abstracting heat condenser n lens used to concentrate light on an object condensing n the act of increasing the density of something condensation condescend v behave in a patronizing and condescending manner condescend v do something that one considers to be below one's dignity deign,descend condescend v debase oneself morally, act in an undignified, unworthy, or dishonorable way stoop condescend v treat condescendingly patronize condescending adj (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension arch,patronizing condescension n the trait of displaying arrogance by patronizing those considered inferior condescension n a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient disdain,patronage condescension n affability to your inferiors and temporary disregard for differences of position or rank condign adj fitting or appropriate and deserved; used especially of punishment condiment n a preparation (a sauce or relish or spice) to enhance flavor or enjoyment condition n a state at a particular time status condition n an assumption on which rests the validity or effect of something else precondition,stipulation condition n a mode of being or form of existence of a person or thing condition n information that should be kept in mind when making a decision circumstance,consideration condition v establish a conditioned response condition v develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control discipline,train,check condition v specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement stipulate,qualify,specify condition v put into a better state conditional adj qualified by reservations conditional adj imposing or depending on or containing a condition unconditional conditionality n the state of being conditional conditionally adv subject to a condition unconditionally conditioned adj established by conditioning or learning learned conditioned adj physically fit conditioner n exercise that conditions the body conditioner n a trainer of athletes conditioner n a substance used in washing (clothing or hair) to make things softer conditioning n a learning process in which an organism's behavior becomes dependent on the occurrence of a stimulus in its environment conditions n the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process conditions n the set of circumstances that affect someone's welfare conditions n the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation weather condo n one of the dwelling units in a condominium condominium condole v express one's sympathetic grief, on the occasion of someone's death condolence n an expression of sympathy with another's grief condom n contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse rubber,safety,safe,prophylactic condominium n one of the dwelling units in a condominium condo condominium n housing consisting of a complex of dwelling units (as an apartment house) in which each unit is individually owned condone v excuse, overlook, or make allowances for; be lenient with excuse condor n the largest flying birds in the western hemisphere conduce v be conducive to contribute,lead conducive adj tending to bring about; being partly responsible for contributing,contributory,tributary conduct n manner of acting or controlling yourself behavior,behaviour,doings conduct n (behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people demeanor,demeanour,behavior,behaviour,deportment conduct v direct the course of; manage or control deal conduct v lead, as in the performance of a composition lead,direct conduct v behave in a certain manner behave,acquit,bear,deport,comport,carry conduct v take somebody somewhere lead,take,direct,guide conducting n the way of administering a business conducting n the direction of an orchestra or choir conduction n the transmission of heat or electricity or sound conductivity conductive adj having the quality or power of conducting heat or electricity or sound; exhibiting conductivity conductivity n the transmission of heat or electricity or sound conduction conductor n the person who leads a musical group director conductor n a substance that readily conducts e.g. electricity and heat insulator conductor n the person who collects fares on a public conveyance conductor n a device designed to transmit electricity, heat, etc. conduit n a passage (a pipe or tunnel) through which water or electric wires can pass condylar adj of or relating to or resembling a condyle cone n any cone-shaped artifact cone n a shape whose base is a circle and whose sides taper up to a point cone n cone-shaped mass of ovule- or spore-bearing scales or bracts cone n a visual receptor cell in the retina that is sensitive to bright light and to color cone v make cone-shaped coneflower n any of various plants of the genus Rudbeckia cultivated for their large usually yellow daisies with prominent central cones coneflower n a wildflower of the genus Ratibida coneflower n any of various perennials of the eastern United States having thick rough leaves and long-stalked showy flowers with drooping rays and a con conestoga n a large wagon with broad wheels and an arched canvas top; used by the United States pioneers to cross the prairies in the 19th century coney n black-spotted usually dusky-colored fish with reddish fins coney n any of several small ungulate mammals of Africa and Asia with rodent-like incisors and feet with hooflike toes dassie,das coney n small short-eared burrowing mammal of rocky uplands of Asia and western North America pika coney n any of various burrowing animals of the family Leporidae having long ears and short tails; some domesticated and raised for pets or food rabbit confab n an informal conversation chat,confabulation,schmooze confab v talk socially without exchanging too much information chat,chitchat,chatter,chaffer,natter,gossip,jaw,claver confab v have a conference in order to talk something over confer,consult confabulation n an informal conversation chat,confab,schmooze confabulation n (psychiatry) a plausible but imagined memory that fills in gaps in what is remembered confect n a rich sweet made of flavored sugar and often combined with fruit or nuts candy confect v make or construct confect v make into a confection confection,comfit confection n a food rich in sugar sweet confection n the act of creating something (a medicine or drink or soup etc.) by compounding or mixing a variety of components concoction confection v make into a confection confect,comfit confectionary n a confectioner's shop confectionery confectioner n someone who makes candies and other sweets confectionery n candy and other sweets considered collectively confectionery n a confectioner's shop confectionary confectionery n the occupation and skills of a confectioner confederacy n the southern states that seceded from the United States in 1861 south,dixie,dixieland confederacy n a union of political organizations confederation,federation confederacy n a group of conspirators banded together to achieve some harmful or illegal purpose conspiracy confederacy n a secret agreement between two or more people to perform an unlawful act conspiracy confederate n a supporter of the Confederate States of America confederate n someone who assists in a plot collaborator,henchman confederate n a person who joins with another in carrying out some plan (especially an unethical or illegal plan) accomplice confederate v form a group or unite confederate v form a confederation with; of nations confederate adj of or having to do with the southern Confederacy during the American Civil War confederate adj united in a confederacy or league allied confederation n the state of being allied or confederated alliance confederation n a union of political organizations confederacy,federation confederation n the act of forming an alliance or confederation alliance confer v have a conference in order to talk something over confab,consult confer v present bestow conferee n a person on whom something is bestowed conferee n a member of a conference conference n a prearranged meeting for consultation or exchange of information or discussion (especially one with a formal agenda) conference n an association of sports teams that organizes matches for its members league conference n a discussion among participants who have an agreed (serious) topic conferral n the act of conferring an honor or presenting a gift confess v confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure squeal,fink confess v admit (to a wrongdoing) concede,profess confess v confess to God in the presence of a priest, as in the Catholic faith confession n an admission of misdeeds or faults confession n a written document acknowledging an offense and signed by the guilty party confession n (Roman Catholic Church) the act of a penitent disclosing his sinfulness before a priest in the sacrament of penance in the hope of absolutio confession n a public declaration of your faith confessional n a booth where a priest sits to hear confessions confessor n a priest who hears confession and gives absolution confessor n someone who confesses (discloses information damaging to themselves) confetti n small pieces or streamers of colored paper that are thrown around on festive occasions (as at a wedding) confidant n someone to whom private matters are confided intimate confidante n a female confidant confide v reveal in private; tell confidentially confide v confer a trust upon entrust,trust,commit confidence n freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities assurance,authority,sureness confidence n a feeling of trust (in someone or something) confidence n a state of confident hopefulness that events will be favorable confidence n a trustful relationship trust confident adj having or marked by confidence or assurance diffident confident adj persuaded of; very sure convinced,positive confident adj not liable to error in judgment or action confidential adj entrusted with private information and the confidence of another confidential adj (of information) given in confidence or in secret secret confidential adj denoting confidence or intimacy confidential adj the level of official classification for documents next above restricted and below secret; available only to persons authorized to see docum confidentiality n the state of being secret confidentiality n discretion in keeping secret information confidentially adv in a confidential manner confidently adv with confidence; in a confident manner confiding adj willing to entrust personal matters configuration n an arrangement of parts or elements constellation configuration n any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) shape,form,contour,conformation configure v set up for a particular purpose configured adj organized so as to give configuration to confine v place limits on (extent or amount or access) restrict,trammel,limit,bound,throttle confine v prevent from leaving or from being removed confine v close in enclose confine v deprive of freedom; take into confinement detain free confined adj not invading healthy tissue invasive confined adj not free to move about unconfined confined adj being in captivity captive,imprisoned,jailed confinement n concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child labor,labour,travail,childbed confinement n the act of restraining of a person's liberty by confining them confinement n the state of being confined confinement n the act of keeping something within specified bounds (by force if necessary) restriction confines n a bounded scope confining adj restricting the scope or freedom of action constraining,limiting,restricting confining adj crowded close confirm v establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts corroborate,sustain,substantiate,support,affirm confirm v strengthen or make more firm reassert confirm v make more firm confirm v support a person for a position confirmable adj capable of being tested (verified or falsified) by experiment or observation verifiable confirmation n additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct verification,check,substantiation confirmation n information that confirms or verifies confirmation n making something valid by formally ratifying or confirming it ratification confirmation n a ceremony held in the synagogue (usually at Pentecost) to admit as adult members of the Jewish community young men and women who have succe confirmatory adj serving to support or corroborate collateral,confirming,corroborative,validating,verifying confirmed adj of persons; not subject to change confirmed adj having been established or made firm or received the rite of confirmation unconfirmed confirming adj indicating existence or presence of a suspected condition or pathogen positive confirming adj serving to support or corroborate collateral,confirmatory,corroborative,validating,verifying confiscate v take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority impound,attach,sequester,seize confiscate adj surrendered as a penalty forfeit,forfeited confiscation n seizure by the government confit n a piece of meat (especially a duck) cooked slowly in its own fat conflagration n a very intense and uncontrolled fire inferno conflate v mix together different elements blend,flux,mix,commingle,fuse,coalesce,meld,combine conflict n an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals) struggle,battle conflict n opposition between two simultaneous but incompatible feelings conflict n a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war battle,fight,engagement conflict n a state of opposition between persons or ideas or interests conflict v be in conflict conflict v go against, as of rules and laws infringe,contravene conflicting adj in disagreement contradictory conflicting adj on bad terms confluence n a place where things merge or flow together (especially rivers) meeting confluence n a flowing together merging confluence n a coming together of people concourse confluent n a branch that flows into the main stream feeder,tributary,affluent confluent adj flowing together merging conform v be similar, be in line with deviate conform v adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions adjust,adapt conformance n correspondence in form or appearance conformity conformation n a symmetrical arrangement of the parts of a thing conformation n any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) shape,form,configuration,contour conformation n acting according to certain accepted standards conformity,compliance,abidance conforming adj adhering to established customs or doctrines (especially in religion) conformist conformist n someone who conforms to established standards of conduct (especially in religious matters) nonconformist conformist adj marked by convention and conformity to customs or rules or styles nonconformist conformist adj adhering to established customs or doctrines (especially in religion) conforming conformity n correspondence in form or appearance conformance conformity n acting according to certain accepted standards conformation,compliance,abidance nonconformity conformity n orthodoxy in thoughts and belief nonconformity conformity n concurrence of opinion accord,accordance confound v be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly confuse,throw,fox,befuddle,fuddle,bedevil confound v mistake one thing for another confuse confounded adj perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment baffled,befuddled,bemused,bewildered,confused,lost confounding adj that confounds or contradicts or confuses contradictory confrere n a person who is member of one's class or profession colleague,fellow confront v oppose, as in hostility or a competition face confront v deal with (something unpleasant) head on face avoid confront v present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize face,present confront v be face to face with confrontation n a bold challenge confrontation n discord resulting from a clash of ideas or opinions confrontation n a hostile disagreement face-to-face encounter,showdown confrontation n the act of hostile groups opposing each other opposition confrontational adj of or relating to confrontation confucian n a believer in the teachings of Confucius confucian adj relating to or characteristic of Confucianism confucianism n the teachings of Confucius emphasizing love for humanity; high value given to learning and to devotion to family (including ancestors); peac confucius n Chinese philosopher whose ideas and sayings were collected after his death and became the basis of a philosophical doctrine known a Confucia confuse v mistake one thing for another confound confuse v be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly throw,fox,befuddle,fuddle,bedevil,confound confuse v cause to feel embarrassment flurry,disconcert confuse v assemble without order or sense jumble confused adj perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment baffled,befuddled,bemused,bewildered,confounded,lost confused adj lacking orderly continuity disconnected,disjointed,disordered,garbled,illogical,scattered,unconnected confused adj having lost your bearings; confused as to time or place or personal identity disoriented,lost confused adj thrown into a state of disarray or confusion broken,disordered,upset confusing adj causing confusion or disorientation confusing adj lacking clarity of meaning; causing confusion or perplexity perplexing,puzzling confusingly adv in a bewildering and confusing manner confusion n disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably confusion n a mental state characterized by a lack of clear and orderly thought and behavior disarray confusion n a feeling of embarrassment that leaves you confused confusion n an act causing a disorderly combination of elements with identities lost and distinctions blended conga n music composed for dancing the conga conga n a Latin American dance of 3 steps and a kick by people in single file conga v dance the conga congeal v become gelatinous jell,set congealed adj congealed into jelly; solidified by cooling jelled,jellied congee n a Chinese rice gruel eaten for breakfast congee n (architecture) a concave molding congee n formal permission to depart congee n an abrupt and unceremonious dismissal congee v depart after obtaining formal permission congee v perform a ceremonious bow congelation n the process of congealing; solidification by (or as if by) freezing congener n a minor chemical constituent that gives a wine or liquor its distinctive character congener n an animal or plant that bears a relationship to another (as related by common descent or by membership in the same genus) relative congener n a whole (a thing or person) of the same kind or category as another congenial adj suitable to your needs congenial adj (used of plants) capable of cross-fertilization or of being grafted congeniality n compatibility between persons congeniality n a congenial disposition congenital adj present at birth but not necessarily hereditary; acquired during fetal development inborn,innate conger n large dark-colored scaleless marine eel found in temperate and tropical coastal waters; some used for food congeries n a sum total of many heterogenous things taken together aggregate,conglomeration congest v become or cause to become obstructed clog,choke,foul congested adj overfull as with blood congestion n excessive accumulation of blood or other fluid in a body part congestion n excessive crowding congestive adj relating to or affected by an abnormal collection of blood or other fluid conglobe v assume a globular shape conglomerate n a composite rock made up of particles of varying size conglomerate n a group of diverse companies under common ownership and run as a single organization empire conglomerate v collect or gather accumulate,gather,amass conglomerate adj composed of heterogeneous elements gathered into a mass conglomeration n a rounded spherical form conglomeration n a sum total of many heterogenous things taken together aggregate,congeries conglomeration n an occurrence combining miscellaneous things into a (more or less) rounded mass congo n a republic in central Africa; achieved independence from Belgium in 1960 zaire congo n a major African river (one of the world's longest); flows through Congo into the South Atlantic congo n a republic in west-central Africa; achieved independence from France in 1960 congo n black tea grown in China congolese n a native or inhabitant of the Republic of the Congo congolese adj of or relating to or characteristic of the Congo region or its people congratulate v say something to someone that expresses praise compliment congratulate v express congratulations felicitate congratulate v be proud of pride,plume congratulate v pride or congratulate (oneself) for an achievement preen congratulation n the act of acknowledging that someone has an occasion for celebration congratulation n (usually plural) an expression of pleasure at the success or good fortune of another congratulations n an expression of approval and commendation praise,kudos congratulatory adj expressive of sympathetic pleasure or joy on account of someone's success or good fortune congregant n a member of a congregation (especially that of a church or synagogue) congregate v come together, usually for a purpose congregation n a group of people who adhere to a common faith and habitually attend a given church fold,faithful congregation n an assemblage of people or animals or things collected together congregation n the act of congregating congregational adj relating to or conducted or participated in by a congregation congregational adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of a Congregational church congress n the legislature of the United States government congress n a meeting of elected or appointed representatives congress n a national legislative assembly congress n the social act of assembling for some common purpose meeting congressional adj of or relating to congress congressman n a member of the United States House of Representatives congresswoman,representative congresswoman n a member of the United States House of Representatives congressman,representative congruence n the quality of agreeing; being suitable and appropriate congruity congruent adj corresponding in character or kind congruent adj coinciding when superimposed congruity n the quality of agreeing; being suitable and appropriate congruence incongruity conic n (geometry) a curve generated by the intersection of a plane and a circular cone conic adj relating to or resembling a cone conical conical adj relating to or resembling a cone conic conifer n any gymnospermous tree or shrub bearing cones coniferous adj of or relating to or part of trees or shrubs bearing cones and evergreen leaves conjecture n a hypothesis that has been formed by speculating or conjecturing (usually with little hard evidence) speculation conjecture n a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence guess,supposition,surmise,speculation,hypothesis conjecture n reasoning that involves the formation of conclusions from incomplete evidence conjecture v to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds speculate,theorize,hypothesize,suppose conjoin v make contact or come together join conjoin v take in marriage marry,wed,espouse conjoined adj consisting of two or more associated entities conjugal adj of or relating to marriage or to the relationship between a wife and husband conjugate n a mixture of two partially miscible liquids A and B produces two conjugate solutions: one of A in B and another of B in A conjugate v unite chemically so that the product is easily broken down into the original compounds conjugate v add inflections showing person, number, gender, tense, aspect, etc. conjugate v undergo conjugation conjugate adj joined together especially in a pair or pairs conjugated,coupled conjugate adj (of a pinnate leaflet) having only one pair of leaflets conjugate adj formed by the union of two compounds conjugated conjugate adj of an organic compound; containing two or more double bonds each separated from the other by a single bond conjugated conjugated adj formed by the union of two compounds conjugate conjugated adj joined together especially in a pair or pairs conjugate,coupled conjugated adj of an organic compound; containing two or more double bonds each separated from the other by a single bond conjugate conjugation n the state of being joined together junction,conjunction conjugation n the inflection of verbs conjugation n the complete set of inflected forms of a verb conjugation n a class of verbs having the same inflectional forms conjunct adj progressing melodically by intervals of a second conjunct adj bound in close association conjunct adj involving the joint activity of two or more concerted,cooperative conjunction n the temporal property of two things happening at the same time concurrence,coincidence conjunction n the state of being joined together junction,conjugation conjunction n an uninflected function word that serves to conjoin words or phrases or clauses or sentences connective conjunction n the grammatical relation between linguistic units (words or phrases or clauses) that are connected by a conjunction conjunctiva n a transparent lubricating mucous membrane that covers the eyeball and the under surface of the eyelid conjuncture n a critical combination of events or circumstances conjure v summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic raise,invoke,evoke,stir,arouse conjure v ask for or request earnestly bid,beseech,entreat,adjure,press conjure v engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together conspire,cabal,complot,machinate conjurer n someone who performs magic tricks to amuse an audience magician,prestidigitator,conjuror,illusionist conjurer n a witch doctor who practices conjury conjuror conjuring n calling up a spirit or devil invocation conjuror n someone who performs magic tricks to amuse an audience magician,prestidigitator,conjurer,illusionist conjuror n a witch doctor who practices conjury conjurer conk n informal term for the nose conk v come to a stop stall conk v hit, especially on the head conk v pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life die,decease,perish,go,exit,expire,pass,choke conk v pass out from weakness, physical or emotional distress due to a loss of blood supply to the brain faint,swoon conker n the inedible nutlike seed of the horse chestnut buckeye conn v conduct or direct the steering of a ship or plane connate adj of similar parts or organs; closely joined or united connate adj related in nature cognate connect v connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces link,tie disconnect connect v make a logical or causal connection associate,relate,link connect v be or become joined or united or linked link,join,unite connect v join by means of communication equipment connected adj being joined in close association affiliated,attached connected adj joined or linked together unconnected connected adj wired together to an alarm system connected adj plugged in connecter n an instrumentality that connects connection,connexion,connector,connective connecticut n a New England state; one of the original 13 colonies ct connecticut n a river in the northeastern United States; flows south from northern New Hampshire along the border between New Hampshire and Vermont and th connecticut n one of the British colonies that formed the United States connection n a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it) connexion connection n the state of being connected link connection n an instrumentality that connects connexion,connector,connecter,connective connection n (usually plural) a person who is influential and to whom you are connected in some way (as by family or friendship) connective n an uninflected function word that serves to conjoin words or phrases or clauses or sentences conjunction connective n an instrumentality that connects connection,connexion,connector,connecter connective adj connecting or tending to connect connectivity n the property of being connected or the degree to which something has connections connector n an instrumentality that connects connection,connexion,connecter,connective connexion n a connecting shape connection,link connexion n a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it) connection connexion n the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination association,connection connexion n an instrumentality that connects connection,connector,connecter,connective conniption n a display of bad temper fit,tantrum,scene connivance n agreement on a secret plot collusion connivance n (law) tacit approval of someone's wrongdoing connive v encourage or assent to illegally or criminally connive v form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner scheme,intrigue conniving adj acting together in secret toward a fraudulent or illegal end collusive conniving adj acting with a specific goal calculating,scheming,shrewd connoisseur n an expert able to appreciate a field; especially in the fine arts connolly n United States tennis player who was the first woman to win the United States, British, French, and Australian championships in the same year connors n outstanding United States tennis player (born in 1952) connotation n what you must know in order to determine the reference of an expression connotation n an idea that is implied or suggested connote v express or state indirectly imply connote v involve as a necessary condition of consequence; as in logic predicate conquer v bring under control by force or authority suppress,subdue conquer v take possession of by force, as after an invasion appropriate,capture,seize conquer v overcome by conquest conquering n the act of conquering conquest conqueror n someone who is victorious by force of arms conquest n the act of conquering conquering conquest n success in mastering something difficult conquest n an act of winning the love or sexual favor of someone seduction conquistador n an adventurer (especially one who led the Spanish conquest of Mexico and Peru in the 16th century) conrad n English novelist (born in Poland) noted for sea stories and for his narrative technique (1857-1924) conscience n motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions scruples conscience n conformity to one's own sense of right conduct conscience n a feeling of shame when you do something immoral conscientious adj characterized by extreme care and great effort painstaking,scrupulous conscientious adj guided by or in accordance with conscience or sense of right and wrong conscientiously adv with extreme conscientiousness scrupulously,religiously conscionable adj acceptable to your conscience conscious adj intentionally conceived witting conscious adj knowing and perceiving; having awareness of surroundings and sensations and thoughts unconscious conscious adj (followed by `of') showing realization or recognition of something consciously adv with awareness unconsciously consciousness n an alert cognitive state in which you are aware of yourself and your situation unconsciousness consciousness n having knowledge of awareness,cognizance conscript n someone who is drafted into military service draftee,inductee conscript v enroll into service compulsorily conscription n compulsory military service muster,draft consecrate v appoint to a clerical posts ordain,order consecrate v give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause give,dedicate,commit,devote consecrate v dedicate to a deity by a vow vow consecrate v render holy by means of religious rites bless,hallow,sanctify desecrate consecrate adj solemnly dedicated to or set apart for a high or sacred purpose consecrated,dedicated consecrated adj solemnly dedicated to or set apart for a high or sacred purpose consecrate,dedicated desecrated consecrated adj made or declared or believed to be holy; devoted to a deity or some religious ceremony or use sacred consecration n a solemn commitment of your life or your time to some cherished purpose (to a service or a goal) consecration n (religion) sanctification of something by setting it apart (usually with religious rites) as dedicated to God consecutive adj one after the other consecutive adj in regular succession without gaps sequent,sequential,serial,successive consecutive adj successive (without a break) straight consecutive adv in a consecutive manner sequentially consecutively adv in a consecutive manner consensual adj existing by consent consensus n agreement in the judgment or opinion reached by a group as a whole consent n permission to do something consent v give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to accept consenting adj having given consent consequence n a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon effect,outcome,result,event,issue,upshot consequence n the outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual aftermath consequence n having important effects or influence import,moment consequent adj occurring with or following as a consequence attendant,accompanying,concomitant,incidental,resultant,sequent,collateral consequential adj having important issues or results eventful consequently adv (sentence connectors) because of the reason given accordingly consequently adv as a consequence therefore conservancy n a commission with jurisdiction over fisheries and navigation in a port or river conservancy n the official conservation of trees and soil and rivers etc. conservation n an occurrence of improvement by virtue of preventing loss or injury or other change preservation conservation n the preservation and careful management of the environment and of natural resources conservation n (physics) the maintenance of a certain quantities unchanged during chemical reactions or physical transformations conservationist n someone who works to protect the environment from destruction or pollution environmentalist conservatism n a political or theological orientation advocating the preservation of the best in society and opposing radical changes conservative n a person who is reluctant to accept changes and new ideas liberal conservative n a member of a Conservative Party conservative adj resistant to change, particularly in relation to politics or religion liberal conservative adj having social or political views favoring conservatism conservative adj avoiding excess cautious conservative adj unimaginatively conventional conservatively adv in a conservative manner cautiously,guardedly conservator n the custodian of a collection (as a museum or library) curator conservator n someone appointed by a court to assume responsibility for the interests of a minor or incompetent person conservatory n the faculty and students of a school specializing in one of the fine arts conservatory n a schoolhouse with special facilities for fine arts conservatory n a greenhouse in which plants are arranged in a pleasing manner hothouse conserve n fruit preserved by cooking with sugar preserve,preserves conserve v keep constant through physical or chemical reactions or evolutionary change conserve v keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction preserve,maintain conserve v use cautiously and frugally husband,economize waste conserve v preserve with sugar conserved adj protected from harm or loss consider v deem to be see,reckon,view,regard consider v give careful consideration to study consider v take into consideration for exemplifying purposes take,deal consider v show consideration for; take into account count,weigh considerable adj large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree considerably adv to a great extent or degree well,substantially considerate adj showing concern for the rights and feelings of others inconsiderate considerateness n kind and considerate regard for others consideration,thoughtfulness consideration n the process of giving careful thought to something consideration n information that should be kept in mind when making a decision circumstance,condition consideration n a discussion of a topic (as in a meeting) consideration n kind and considerate regard for others considerateness,thoughtfulness considered adj carefully weighed consign v commit forever; commit irrevocably consign v give over to another for care or safekeeping charge consign v send to an address consignment n goods carried by a large vehicle cargo,lading,freight,load,loading,payload,shipment consignment n the official act of consigning a person to confinement (as in a prison or mental hospital) commitment,committal consignment n the delivery of goods for sale or disposal consist v originate (in) dwell,lie consist v have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in consist v be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous consist v be composed of comprise consistence n a harmonious uniformity or agreement among things or parts consistency consistence n the property of holding together and retaining its shape consistency,substance,body consistency n the property of holding together and retaining its shape consistence,substance,body consistency n a harmonious uniformity or agreement among things or parts consistence inconsistency consistency n logical coherence and accordance with the facts consistency n (logic) an attribute of a logical system that is so constituted that none of the propositions deducible from the axioms contradict one anoth consistent adj (sometimes followed by `with') in agreement or consistent or reliable inconsistent consistent adj capable of being reproduced consistent adj marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts coherent,logical,ordered consistent adj the same throughout in structure or composition uniform consistently adv in a systematic or consistent manner systematically consolable adj able to be consoled consolation n the comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment solace consolation n the act of consoling; giving relief in affliction comfort,solace console n a small table fixed to a wall or designed to stand against a wall console n a scientific instrument consisting of displays and an input device that an operator can use to monitor and control a system (especially a co console n an ornamental scroll-shaped bracket (especially one used to support a wall fixture) console n housing for electronic instruments, as radio or television cabinet console v give moral or emotional strength to comfort,soothe,solace consolidate v unite into one consolidate v make firm or secure; strengthen consolidate v bring together into a single whole or system consolidate v form into a solid mass or whole consolidated adj joined together into a whole amalgamate,amalgamated,coalesced,fused consolidated adj forming a solid mass consolidation n combining into a solid mass consolidation n the act of combining into an integral whole integration consolidation n something that has consolidated into a compact mass consoling adj affording comfort or solace comforting consonance n the repetition of consonants (or consonant patterns) especially at the ends of words consonance n the property of sounding harmonious consonant n a speech sound that is not a vowel vowel consonant n a letter of the alphabet standing for a spoken consonant consonant adj involving or characterized by harmony harmonic,harmonized consonant adj in keeping accordant,agreeable,concordant consonantal adj being or marked by or containing or functioning as a consonant consonantal adj relating to or having the nature of a consonant consort n the husband or wife of a reigning monarch consort n a family of similar musical instrument playing together choir consort v keep company with; hang out with associate,affiliate,assort consort v go together harmonize,accord,concord,agree consort v keep company run consortium n an association of companies for some definite purpose pool,syndicate conspecific n an organism belonging to the same species as another organism conspecific adj belonging to the same species conspicuous adj obvious to the eye or mind inconspicuous conspicuous adj without any attempt at concealment; completely obvious blatant,blazing conspicuously adv in a manner tending to attract attention conspicuously adv in a prominent way prominently conspiracy n a secret agreement between two or more people to perform an unlawful act confederacy conspiracy n a plot to carry out some harmful or illegal act (especially a political plot) cabal conspiracy n a group of conspirators banded together to achieve some harmful or illegal purpose confederacy conspirator n a member of a conspiracy plotter conspiratorial adj relating to or characteristic of conspiracy or conspirators conspire v engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together cabal,complot,conjure,machinate conspire v act in unison or agreement and in secret towards a deceitful or illegal purpose collude constable n a lawman with less authority and jurisdiction than a sheriff constable n English landscape painter (1776-1837) constable n a police officer of the lowest rank constabulary n the force of policemen and officers police,law constance n a lake in southeastern Germany on the northern side of the Swiss Alps; forms part of the Rhine River constance n the council in 1414-1418 that succeeded in ending the Great Schism in the Roman Catholic Church constancy n the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation stability inconstancy constancy n (psychology) the tendency for perceived objects to give rise to very similar perceptual experiences in spite of wide variations in the condi constancy n faithfulness and dependability in personal attachments (especially sexual fidelity) constant n a quantity that does not vary invariable constant n a number representing a quantity assumed to have a fixed value in a specified mathematical context constant adj unvarying in nature invariant constant adj steadfast in purpose or devotion or affection constant adj uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing ceaseless,incessant,perpetual,unceasing,unremitting constantine n Emperor of Rome who stopped the persecution of Christians and in 324 made Christianity the official religion of the Roman Empire; in 330 he constantine n a walled city in northeastern Algeria to the east of Algiers; was destroyed in warfare in the 4th century and rebuilt by Constantine I constantinople n the largest city and former capital of Turkey; rebuilt on the site of ancient Byzantium by Constantine I in the fourth century; renamed Cons istanbul constantinople n the council in 869 that condemned Photius who had become the patriarch of Constantinople without approval from the Vatican, thereby precipit constantinople n the sixth ecumenical council in 680-681 which condemned Monothelitism by defining two wills in Christ, divine and human constantinople n the fifth ecumenical council in 553 which held Origen's writings to be heretic constantly adv without variation or change, in every case invariably,always constantly adv without interruption always,forever,perpetually,incessantly constellation n an arrangement of parts or elements configuration constellation n a configuration of stars as seen from the earth consternation n fear resulting from the awareness of danger alarm,dismay constipate v impede with a clog or as if with a clog clog constipate v cause to be constipated bind constipated adj have difficult or incomplete or infrequent evacuation of the bowels constipation n irregular and infrequent or difficult evacuation of the bowels; can be a symptom of intestinal obstruction or diverticulitis irregularity constipation n the act of making something futile and useless (as by routine) impairment,deadening constituency n the body of voters who elect a representative for their area constituent n an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or atta component,element constituent n a member of a constituency; a citizen who is represented in a government by officials for whom he or she votes constituent n something determined in relation to something that includes it part,portion,component constituent n (grammar) a word or phrase or clause forming part of a larger grammatical construction constituent adj constitutional in the structure of something (especially your physical makeup) constitutional,constitutive,organic constitute v form or compose represent,comprise,be constitute v create and charge with a task or function appoint,name,nominate constitute v to compose or represent form,make constitute v set up or lay the groundwork for establish,found,plant,institute constituted adj brought about or set up or accepted; especially long established established constitution n law determining the fundamental political principles of a government constitution n the act of forming or establishing something establishment,formation,organization,organisation constitution n the constitution written at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia in 1787 and subsequently ratified by the original thirteen states constitution n the way in which someone or something is composed composition,makeup constitutional n a regular walk taken as a form of exercise constitutional adj of benefit to or intended to benefit your physical makeup constitutional adj sanctioned by or consistent with or operating under the law determining the fundamental political principles of a government unconstitutional constitutional adj existing as an essential constituent or characteristic inherent,integral constitutional adj constitutional in the structure of something (especially your physical makeup) constituent,constitutive,organic constitutionally adv according to the constitution unconstitutionally constitutive adj constitutional in the structure of something (especially your physical makeup) constituent,constitutional,organic constrain v compel to behave in a certain way enforce,impose constrain v to close within bounds, or otherwise limit or deprive of free movement restrain,confine,hold constrain v severely restrict in scope or extent stiffen,tighten constrained adj lacking spontaneity; not natural forced,strained constraining adj restricting the scope or freedom of action confining,limiting,restricting constraint n the state of being physically constrained restraint constraint n a device that retards something's motion restraint constraint n the act of constraining; the threat or use of force to control the thoughts or behavior of others constrict v squeeze or press together compress,squeeze,compact,contract,press constrict v become tight or as if tight narrow constricted adj especially tense; especially in some dialects constricted adj drawn together or squeezed physically or by extension psychologically constricting adj (of circumstances) tending to constrict freedom narrowing constriction n a narrowing that reduces the flow through a channel bottleneck constriction n tight or narrow compression constriction n a tight feeling in some part of the body tightness constriction n the action or process of compressing constrictor n any of various large nonvenomous snakes that kill their prey by crushing it in its coils construal n an interpretation of the meaning of something; the act of construing construct n an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances concept,conception construct v make by combining materials and parts build,make construct v put together out of artificial or natural components or parts manufacture,fabricate construct v draw with suitable instruments and under specified conditions construct v create by linking linguistic units construction n the act of constructing something building construction n a group of words that form a constituent of a sentence and are considered as a single unit expression construction n the creation of a construct; the process of combining ideas into a congruous object of thought construction n a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts structure constructive adj constructing or tending to construct or improve or promote development destructive constructive adj emphasizing what is laudable or hopeful or to the good constructively adv in a constructive manner constructor n someone who contracts for and supervises construction (as of a building) builder construe v make sense of; assign a meaning to interpret,see consubstantial adj regarded as the same in substance or essence (as of the three persons of the Trinity) consubstantiate v become united in substance consubstantiate v unite in one common substance consul n a diplomat appointed by a government to protect its commercial interests and help its citizens in a foreign country consular adj having to do with a consul or his office or duties consulate n diplomatic building that serves as the residence or workplace of a consul consulship n the post of consul consult v get or ask advice from consult v seek information from refer consult v have a conference in order to talk something over confer,confab consult v advise professionally consultant n an expert who gives advice adviser,advisor consultation n a conference (usually with someone important) audience,interview consultation n a conference between two or more people to consider a particular question consultation n the act of referring or consulting reference consultative adj giving advice advisory consumable adj may be used up consume v eat up completely, as with great appetite devour,demolish,down consume v serve oneself to, or consume regularly ingest,take,have abstain consume v spend extravagantly squander,waste,ware consume v destroy completely consumer n a person who uses goods or services consumerism n the theory that an increasing consumption of goods is economically beneficial consumerism n a movement advocating greater protection of the interests of consumers consuming adj very strong; urgently felt overwhelming consummate v fulfill sexually consummate v make perfect; bring to perfection consummate adj having or revealing supreme mastery or skill masterful,masterly,virtuoso consummate adj perfect and complete in every respect; having all necessary qualities complete consummate adj without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers arrant,complete,everlasting,gross,perfect,pure,stark,staring consummated adj brought to completion consummation n the completion of marriage by sexual intercourse consummation n the act of bringing to completion or fruition consumption n the process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating) ingestion,intake,uptake consumption n involving the lungs with progressive wasting of the body consumption n (economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing use consumption n the act of consuming something expenditure contact n close interaction contact n the act of touching physically contact n the state or condition of touching or of being in immediate proximity contact n the physical coming together of two or more things impinging,striking contact v be in or establish communication with reach contact v be in direct physical contact with; make contact touch,adjoin,meet contagion n any disease easily transmitted by contact contagion n an incident in which an infectious disease is transmitted infection,transmission contagion n the communication of an attitude or emotional state among a number of people infection contagious adj easily diffused or spread as from one person to another contagious adj (of disease) capable of being transmitted by infection catching,communicable,transmittable contain v include or contain; have as a component incorporate,comprise contain v contain or hold; have within hold,bear,carry contain v lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits control,hold,check,curb,moderate contain v be divisible by contained adj gotten under control container n any object that can be used to hold things (especially a large metal boxlike object of standardized dimensions that can be loaded from one f containment n a policy of creating strategic alliances in order to check the expansion of a hostile power or ideology or to force it to negotiate peaceful containment n (physics) a system designed to prevent the accidental release of radioactive material from a reactor containment n the act of containing; keeping something from spreading contaminant n a substance that contaminates contamination contaminate v make impure pollute,foul contaminate v make radioactive by adding radioactive material decontaminate contaminated adj corrupted by contact or association uncontaminated contaminated adj rendered unwholesome by contaminants and pollution polluted contaminating adj spreading pollution or contamination; especially radioactive contamination dirty contaminating adj that infects or taints corrupting contamination n the state of being contaminated taint contamination n a substance that contaminates contaminant contamination n the act of contaminating or polluting; including (either intentionally or accidentally) unwanted substances or factors pollution decontamination contemn v look down on with disdain despise,scorn,disdain contemplate v look at thoughtfully; observe deep in thought contemplate v consider as a possibility contemplate v think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes study,meditate contemplate v reflect deeply on a subject meditate,ponder,muse,reflect,mull,ruminate,speculate contemplation n a long and thoughtful observation contemplation n a calm, lengthy, intent consideration reflection,rumination,musing,thoughtfulness contemplative n a person devoted to the contemplative life contemplative adj deeply or seriously thoughtful brooding,broody,meditative,musing,pensive,pondering,reflective contemporaneous adj occurring in the same period of time contemporary contemporaneous adj of the same period coeval contemporaneously adv during the same period of time contemporaries n all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age generation contemporary n a person of nearly the same age as another coeval contemporary adj characteristic of the present contemporary adj belonging to the present time contemporary adj occurring in the same period of time contemporaneous contempt n lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike disdain,scorn,despite contempt n a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous disrespect contempt n open disrespect for a person or thing scorn contempt n a willful disobedience to or disrespect for the authority of a court or legislative body contemptible adj deserving of contempt or scorn estimable contemptuous adj expressing extreme contempt disdainful,insulting,scornful contemptuously adv without respect; in a disdainful manner scornfully contend v maintain or assert postulate contend v have an argument about something argue,debate,fence contend v to make the subject of dispute, contention, or litigation contest,repugn contend v succeed in doing, achieving, or producing (something) with the limited or inadequate means available cope,grapple,deal,manage contender n the contestant you hope to defeat rival,challenger,competitor,competition content n (usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something contents content n what a communication that is about something is about message,substance content n the proportion of a substance that is contained in a mixture or alloy etc. content n the amount that can be contained capacity content v satisfy in a limited way content v make content discontent content adj satisfied or showing satisfaction with things as they are contented contented adj satisfied or showing satisfaction with things as they are content discontented contentedly adv with equanimity contention n a point asserted as part of an argument contention n a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement controversy,contestation,disputation,tilt,argument,arguing contention n the act of competing as for profit or a prize competition,rivalry contentious adj inclined or showing an inclination to dispute or disagree, even to engage in law suits combative,litigious contentious adj involving or likely to cause controversy contentiousness n an inclination to be quarrelsome and contentious contentment n happiness with one's situation in life discontentment contents n (usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something content contents n a list of divisions (chapters or articles) and the pages on which they start contest n an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants competition contest n a struggle between rivals contest v to make the subject of dispute, contention, or litigation contend,repugn contestable adj capable of being contested contestant n a person who participates in competitions contestant n a person who dissents from some established policy dissenter,dissident,protester,objector contestation n a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement controversy,contention,disputation,tilt,argument,arguing contested adj disputed or made the object of contention or competition uncontested context n discourse that surrounds a language unit and helps to determine its interpretation context n the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event circumstance,setting contextual adj relating to or determined by or in context contiguous adj very close or connected in space or time immediate contiguous adj connecting without a break; within a common boundary contiguous adj having a common boundary or edge; abutting; touching adjacent,neighboring continent n one of the large landmasses of the earth continent n the European mainland continent adj having control over urination and defecation incontinent continent adj abstaining from sexual intercourse celibate continental adj of or pertaining to or typical of Europe continental adj of or relating to or concerning the American colonies during and immediately after the American Revolutionary War continental adj of or relating to or characteristic of a continent continental adj being or concerning or limited to a continent especially the continents of North America or Europe intercontinental contingency n a possible event or occurrence or result eventuality contingency n the state of being contingent on something contingent n a gathering of persons representative of some larger group contingent n a temporary military unit detail contingent adj possible but not certain to occur contingent adj being determined by conditions or circumstances that follow contingent adj uncertain because of uncontrollable circumstances continual adj recurring regularly or frequently in a prolonged and closely spaced series sporadic continual adj having no interruptions continually adv seemingly without interruption continuance n the act of continuing an activity without interruption continuation discontinuance continuance n the period of time during which something continues duration continuance n the property of enduring or continuing in time duration continuation n the act of continuing an activity without interruption continuance discontinuation continuation n a part added to a book or play that continues and extends it sequel continuation n a Gestalt principle of organization holding that there is an innate tendency to perceive a line as continuing its established direction continuation n the consequence of being lengthened in duration continue v continue a certain state, condition, or activity proceed,keep discontinue continue v continue talking proceed continue v keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last uphold,preserve discontinue continue v move ahead; travel onward in time or space proceed continued adj without stop or interruption discontinued continuing adj remaining in force or being carried on without letup continuing adj of long duration chronic continuity n uninterrupted connection or union discontinuity continuity n a detailed script used in making a film in order to avoid discontinuities from shot to shot continuity n the property of a continuous and connected period of time persistence continuous adj continuing in time or space without interruption uninterrupted continuous adj of a function or curve; extending without break or irregularity continuously adv at every point continuously adv with unflagging resolve endlessly,ceaselessly,incessantly continuum n a continuous nonspatial whole or extent or succession in which no part or portion is distinct or distinguishable from adjacent parts contort v twist and press out of shape deform,distort,wring contorted adj twisted (especially as in pain or struggle) writhed contortion n the act of twisting or deforming the shape of something (e.g., yourself) deformation contortion n a tortuous and twisted shape or position torsion,crookedness contortionist n an acrobat able to twist into unusual positions contour n a line drawn on a map connecting points of equal height contour n any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) shape,form,configuration,conformation contour n a feature (or the order or arrangement of features) of anything having a complex structure contour v form the contours of contra n a member of the guerrilla force that opposed a left-wing government in Nicaragua contraband n goods whose importation or exportation or possession is prohibited by law contraband adj distributed or sold illicitly bootleg,black,smuggled contrabass n largest and lowest member of the violin family contrabass adj pitched an octave below normal bass instrumental or vocal range contraception n birth control by the use of devices (diaphragm or intrauterine device or condom) or drugs or surgery contraceptive n an agent or device intended to prevent conception preventive,preventative contraceptive adj capable of preventing conception or impregnation prophylactic contract n a binding agreement between two or more persons that is enforceable by law contract n (contract bridge) the highest bid becomes the contract setting the number of tricks that the bidder must make declaration contract n a variety of bridge in which the bidder receives points toward game only for the number of tricks he bid contract v enter into a contractual arrangement undertake contract v engage by written agreement sign contract v squeeze or press together compress,constrict,squeeze,compact,press contract v be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness take,get contracted adj reduced in size or pulled together expanded contracting n becoming infected catching contraction n (physiology) a shortening or tensing of a part or organ (especially of a muscle or muscle fiber) contraction n the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together compression,condensation contraction n a word formed from two or more words by omitting or combining some sounds contraction n the act of decreasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope expansion contractor n someone (a person or firm) who contracts to build things contractor n the bridge player in contract bridge who wins the bidding and can declare which suit is to be trumps contractor n (law) a party to a contract contractor n a bodily organ that contracts contractual adj relating to or part of a binding legal agreement contractually adv by virtue of a contract contracture n an abnormal and usually permanent contraction of a muscle contradict v be in contradiction with belie,negate contradict v deny the truth of negate,contravene contradict v be resistant to oppose contradict v prove negative; show to be false negate contradiction n opposition between two conflicting forces or ideas contradiction n (logic) a statement that is necessarily false contradiction n the speech act of contradicting someone contradictorily adv in a contradictory manner contradictory n two propositions are contradictories if both cannot be true (or both cannot be false) at the same time contradictory adj of words or propositions so related that both cannot be true and both cannot be false contradictory adj that confounds or contradicts or confuses confounding contradictory adj in disagreement conflicting contradictory adj unable for both to exist or be true at the same time contradistinction n a distinction drawn on the basis of contrast contraindicate v make a treatment inadvisable indicate contraindication n (medicine) a reason that makes it inadvisable to prescribe a particular drug or employ a particular procedure or treatment indication contralateral adj on or relating to the opposite side (of the body) contraption n a device or control that is very useful for a particular job appliance,contrivance,convenience,gadget,gizmo contrariness n deliberate and stubborn unruliness and resistance to guidance or discipline perversity contrariness n a fussy and eccentric disposition grumpiness contrary n a relation of direct opposition reverse,opposite contrary n exact opposition contrary n a logical relation such that two propositions are contraries if both cannot be true but both can be false contrary adj very opposed in nature or character or purpose contrary adj of words or propositions so related that both cannot be true but both may be false contrary adj resistant to guidance or discipline obstinate,perverse,wayward contrary adj in an opposing direction adverse contras n a Nicaraguan counterrevolutionary guerrilla force from 1979 to 1990; it opposed a left-wing government, with support from the United States contrast n the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared contrast n the act of distinguishing by comparing differences contrast n a conceptual separation or distinction line,demarcation contrast n the perceptual effect of the juxtaposition of very different colors contrast v put in opposition to show or emphasize differences contrast v to show differences when compared; be different counterpoint contrasting adj strikingly different; tending to contrast contravene v go against, as of rules and laws conflict,infringe contravene v deny the truth of contradict,negate contravention n coming into conflict with dispute contretemps n an awkward clash contribute v bestow a quality on lend,impart,bestow,add,bring contribute v contribute to some cause give contribute v be conducive to lead,conduce contribute v provide contributing adj tending to bring about; being partly responsible for conducive,contributory,tributary contribution n the effort contributed by a person in bringing about a result part,share contribution n a voluntary gift (as of money or service or ideas) made to some worthwhile cause donation contribution n act of giving in common with others for a common purpose especially to a charity donation contribution n an amount of money contributed contributor n someone who contributes (or promises to contribute) a sum of money subscriber contributor n a writer whose work is published in a newspaper or magazine or as part of a book contributory adj tending to bring about; being partly responsible for conducive,contributing,tributary contrite adj feeling or expressing pain or sorrow for sins or offenses remorseful,rueful contrition n sorrow for sin arising from fear of damnation attrition contrivance n a device or control that is very useful for a particular job appliance,contraption,convenience,gadget,gizmo contrivance n the faculty of contriving; inventive skill contrivance n an elaborate or deceitful scheme contrived to deceive or evade stratagem,dodge contrivance n an artificial or unnatural or obviously contrived arrangement of details or parts etc. contrive v make or work out a plan for; devise plan,project,design contrive v come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort invent,devise,formulate,forge contrive v put or send forth project,cast,throw contrived adj showing effects of planning or manipulation contrived adj artificially formal artificial,hokey,stilted control n power to direct or determine control n a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another control n (physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc control n a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment control v exercise authoritative control or power over command control v lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits hold,contain,check,curb,moderate control v handle and cause to function operate control v maintain influence over (others or oneself) skillfully, usually to one's advantage manipulate controllable adj capable of being controlled controlled adj restrained or managed or kept within certain bounds uncontrolled controller n someone who maintains and audits business accounts accountant,comptroller controller n a person who directs and restrains restrainer controller n a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine control controlling adj able to control or determine policy controversial adj marked by or capable of arousing controversy uncontroversial controversy n a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement contention,contestation,disputation,tilt,argument,arguing contuse v injure the underlying soft tissue or bone of bruise contusion n an injury that doesn't break the skin but results in some discoloration bruise contusion n the action of bruising conundrum n a difficult problem riddle,enigma convalesce v get over an illness or shock recuperate,recover convalescence n gradual healing (through rest) after sickness or injury recuperation,recovery convalescent n a person who is recovering from illness convalescent adj returning to health after illness or debility recovering convect v circulate hot air by convection convection n the transfer of heat through a fluid (liquid or gas) caused by molecular motion convection n (meteorology) the vertical movement of heat or other properties by massive motion within the atmosphere convene v meet formally convene v call together convoke convenience n the state of being suitable or opportune convenience n the quality of being useful and convenient inconvenience convenience n a toilet that is available to the public restroom convenience n a device or control that is very useful for a particular job appliance,contraption,contrivance,gadget,gizmo conveniences n things that make you comfortable and at ease comforts,amenities convenient adj suited to your comfort or purpose or needs inconvenient convenient adj large and roomy (`convenient' is archaic in this sense) commodious conveniently adv in a convenient manner handily convening n the act of convening convention convent n a religious residence especially for nuns convent n a community of people in a religious order (especially nuns) living together conventicle n a secret unauthorized meeting for religious worship conventicle n a building for religious assembly (especially Nonconformists, e.g., Quakers) meetinghouse convention n a large formal assembly convention n something regarded as a normative example normal,pattern,rule,formula convention n (diplomacy) an international agreement convention n orthodoxy as a consequence of being conventional conventional adj following accepted customs and proprieties unconventional conventional adj conforming with accepted standards established conventional adj (weapons) using energy for propulsion or destruction that is not nuclear energy nuclear conventional adj unimaginative and conformist unconventional conventionally adv in a conventional manner converge v be adjacent or come together meet diverge converge v approach a limit as the number of terms increases without limit diverge converge v move or draw together at a certain location diverge converge v come together so as to form a single product convergence n the occurrence of two or more things coming together convergence n the approach of an infinite series to a finite limit divergence convergence n a representation of common ground between theories or phenomena overlap,intersection convergence n the act of converging (coming closer) converging convergent adj tending to come together from different directions divergent converging n the act of converging (coming closer) convergence conversant adj (usually followed by `with') well informed about or knowing thoroughly familiar conversation n the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc. conversational adj characteristic of informal spoken language or conversation colloquial conversationalist n someone skilled at conversation converse n a proposition obtained by conversion converse v carry on a conversation discourse converse adj of words so related that one reverses the relation denoted by the other converse adj turned about in order or relation reversed,transposed conversely adv with the terms of the relation reversed conversion n an event that results in a transformation transition conversion n a change in the units or form of an expression: "conversion from Fahrenheit to Centigrade" conversion n a successful free throw or try for point after a touchdown conversion n a spiritual enlightenment causing a person to lead a new life rebirth convert n a person who has been converted to another religious or political belief convert v change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy convert v change the nature, purpose, or function of something convert v change religious beliefs, or adopt a religious belief convert v exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category change,exchange,commute converter n a device for changing one substance or form or state into another convertibility n the quality of being exchangeable (especially the ability to convert a currency into gold or other currencies without restriction) convertible n a car that has top that can be folded or removed convertible n a corporate security (usually bonds or preferred stock) that can be exchanged for another form of security (usually common stock) convertible n a sofa that can be converted into a bed convertible adj capable of being exchanged for or replaced by something of equal value exchangeable convertible adj designed to be changed from one use or form to another convertible adj capable of being changed in substance as if by alchemy convex adj curving or bulging outward bulging concave convey v (of information) make known; pass on convey v serve as a means for expressing something carry,express convey v transfer to another transmit,communicate convey v transmit a title or property conveyance n document effecting a property transfer conveyance n the transmission of information imparting conveyance n something that serves as a means of transportation transport conveyance n act of transferring property title from one person to another conveying conveyer n a person who conveys (carries or transmits) conveyor conveyer n a moving belt that transports objects (as in a factory) conveyor,transporter conveying n act of transferring property title from one person to another conveyance conveyor n a person who conveys (carries or transmits) conveyer conveyor n a moving belt that transports objects (as in a factory) conveyer,transporter convict n a person serving a sentence in a jail or prison con,inmate,yardbird convict n a person who has been convicted of a criminal offense convict v find or declare guilty acquit conviction n an unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence conviction n (criminal law) a final judgment of guilty in a criminal case and the punishment that is imposed condemnation,sentence acquittal convince v make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something convert convinced adj persuaded of; very sure positive,confident convinced adj having a strong belief or conviction unconvinced convincing adj causing one to believe the truth of something unconvincing convincingly adv in a convincing manner convivial adj occupied with or fond of the pleasures of good company convocation n a group gathered in response to a summons convocation n the act of convoking convoke v call together convene convolute v curl, wind, or twist together convolve convolute v practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive twist,pervert,sophisticate convolute adj rolled longitudinally upon itself convoluted convoluted adj rolled longitudinally upon itself convolute convoluted adj highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious byzantine,involved,knotty,tangled,tortuous convolution n the shape of something rotating rapidly whirl,swirl,vortex convolution n a convex fold or elevation in the surface of the brain gyrus convolution n the action of coiling or twisting or winding together convolve v curl, wind, or twist together convolute convoy n a procession of land vehicles traveling together convoy n a collection of merchant ships with an escort of warships convoy n the act of escorting while in transit convoy v escort in transit convulse v make someone convulse with laughter convulse v be overcome with laughter convulse v move or stir about violently thresh,thrash,slash,toss convulse v shake uncontrollably convulsion n a sudden uncontrollable attack fit convulsion n violent uncontrollable contractions of muscles convulsion n a violent disturbance turmoil,upheaval convulsion n a physical disturbance such as an earthquake or upheaval convulsive adj affected by involuntary jerky muscular contractions; resembling a spasm spasmodic convulsive adj resembling a convulsion in being sudden and violent coo n the sound made by a pigeon coo v speak softly or lovingly coo v cry softly, as of pigeons cook n someone who cooks food cook n English navigator who claimed the east coast of Australia for Britain and discovered several Pacific islands (1728-1779) cook v prepare a hot meal cook v prepare for eating by applying heat fix,ready,make,prepare cook v transform and make suitable for consumption by heating cook v tamper, with the purpose of deception fudge,manipulate,fake,falsify,wangle,misrepresent cookbook n a book of recipes and cooking directions cooke n United States journalist (born in England in 1908) cooke n United States financier who marketed Union bonds to finance the American Civil War; the failure of his bank resulted in a financial panic in cooked adj having been prepared for eating by the application of heat raw cooker n a utensil for cooking cookery n the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat cooking,preparation cookhouse n the area for food preparation on a ship galley,caboose cookhouse n a detached or outdoor shelter for cooking cookie n any of various small flat sweet cakes (`biscuit' is the British term) biscuit cookie n the cook on a ranch or at a camp cookie n a short line of text that a web site puts on your computer's hard drive when you access the web site cooking n the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat cookery,preparation cookout n an informal meal cooked and eaten outdoors cool n the quality of being at a refreshingly low temperature cool n great coolness and composure under strain aplomb,poise cool v make cool or cooler chill heat cool v loose heat chill heat cool v lose intensity cool adj neither warm nor very cold; giving relief from heat warm cool adj marked by calm self-control (especially in trying circumstances); unemotional nerveless cool adj inducing the impression of coolness; used especially of greens and blues and violets when referring to color warm cool adj psychologically cool and unenthusiastic; unfriendly or unresponsive or showing dislike warm coolant n a fluid agent (gas or liquid) that produces cooling; especially one used to cool a system by transferring heat away from one part to another cooler n a refrigerator for cooling liquids cooler n an iced drink especially white wine and fruit juice cooler n a cell for violent prisoners tank coolidge n elected vice president and succeeded as 30th President of the United States when Harding died in 1923 (1872-1933) cooling n the process of becoming cooler; a falling temperature chilling cooling n a mechanism for keeping something cool coolly adv in a composed and unconcerned manner nonchalantly coolness n calm and unruffled self-assurance coolness n the property of being moderately cold nip coolness n fearless self-possession in the face of danger coolness n a lack of affection or enthusiasm coldness coop n a farm building for housing poultry henhouse coop n an enclosure made or wire or metal bars in which birds or animals can be kept cage cooper n United States industrialist who built the first American locomotive; founded Cooper Union in New York City to offer free courses in the arts cooper n United States film actor noted for his portrayals of strong silent heroes (1901-1961) cooper n United States novelist noted for his stories of American Indians and the frontier life (1789-1851) cooper n a craftsman who makes or repairs wooden barrels or tubs cooper v make barrels and casks cooperate v work together on a common enterprise of project collaborate cooperation n joint operation or action competition cooperation n the practice of cooperating cooperative n a jointly owned commercial enterprise (usually organized by farmers or consumers) that produces and distributes goods and services and is ru cooperative n an association formed and operated for the benefit of those using it cooperative adj involving the joint activity of two or more concerted,conjunct cooperative adj done with or working with others for a common purpose or benefit uncooperative cooperative adj willing to adjust to differences in order to obtain agreement accommodative coordinate n a number that identifies a position relative to an axis coordinate v bring order and organization to organize coordinate v bring into common action, movement, or condition coordinate v be co-ordinated coordinate v bring (components or parts) into proper or desirable coordination correlation align coordinate adj of equal importance, rank, or degree coordinated adj operating as a unit interconnected,unified coordinated adj being dexterous in the use of more than one set of muscle movements coordinated adj intentionally matched matching coordinating adj serving to connect two grammatical constituents of identical construction subordinating coordination n the skillful and effective interaction of movements coordination n the regulation of diverse elements into an integrated and harmonious operation coordination n the grammatical relation of two constituents having the same grammatical form coordination n being of coordinate importance, rank, or degree coordinator n someone whose task is to see that work goes harmoniously coot n slate-black slow-flying birds somewhat resembling ducks cooter n large river turtle of the southern United States and northern Mexico cootie n a parasitic louse that infests the body of human beings cop n uncomplimentary terms for a policeman bull,copper,fuzz,pig cop v take by theft hook,snitch,thieve,glom cop v take into custody collar,nail,apprehend,arrest,nab copacetic adj completely satisfactory copal n a brittle aromatic resin used in varnishes copartner n a joint partner (as in a business enterprise) cope n brick that is laid sideways at the top of a wall header,coping cope n a long cloak; worn by a priest or bishop on ceremonial occasions cope v succeed in doing, achieving, or producing (something) with the limited or inadequate means available contend,grapple,deal,manage copenhagen n the capital and largest city of Denmark; located on the island of Zealand copepod n minute marine or freshwater crustaceans usually having six pairs of limbs on the thorax; some abundant in plankton and others parasitic on f copernican adj of radical or major importance copernican adj according to Copernicus copernicus n Polish astronomer who produced a workable model of the solar system with the sun in the center (1473-1543) copernicus n a conspicuous crater on the Moon copier n apparatus that makes copies of typed, written or drawn material copilot n a relief pilot on an airplane coping n brick that is laid sideways at the top of a wall header,cope copious adj large in number or quantity (especially of discourse) voluminous copious adj affording an abundant supply ample,plentiful,rich copiously adv in an abundant manner abundantly,profusely,extravagantly copper n a ductile malleable reddish-brown corrosion-resistant diamagnetic metallic element; occurs in various minerals but is the only metal that oc copper n a copper penny copper n uncomplimentary terms for a policeman bull,cop,fuzz,pig copper n a reddish-brown color resembling the color of polished copper copper v coat with a layer of copper copperhead n common coppery brown pit viper of upland eastern United States copperhead n venomous but sluggish reddish-brown snake of Australia copperplate n a graceful style of handwriting based on the writing used on copperplate engravings copperplate n a print made from an engraved copperplate copperplate n an engraving consisting of a smooth plate of copper that has been etched or engraved coppersmith n someone who makes articles from copper coppery adj of something having the color of copper coppola n United States filmmaker (born in 1939) copra n the dried meat of the coconut from which oil is extracted copse n a dense growth of bushes brush,brushwood,thicket copt n an Egyptian descended from the ancient Egyptians copt n a member of the Coptic Church coptic n the liturgical language of the Coptic Church used in Egypt and Ethiopia; written in the Greek alphabet coptic adj of or relating to the Copts or their church or language or art copula n an equating verb (such as `be' or `become') that links the subject with the complement of a sentence copular adj of or relating to a copula copulate v engage in sexual intercourse mate,pair,couple copy n a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record) transcript copy n a thing made to be similar or identical to another thing copy n matter to be printed; exclusive of graphical materials copy n material suitable for a journalistic account copy v copy down as is copy v reproduce someone's behavior or looks imitate,simulate copy v reproduce or make an exact copy of replicate copy v make a replica of copycat n someone who copies the words or behavior of another imitator,emulator,ape,aper copyhold n a medieval form of land tenure in England; a copyhold was a parcel of land granted to a peasant by the lord of the manor in return for agric copying n an act of copying copyreader n an editor who prepares text for publication copyright n a document granting exclusive right to publish and sell literary or musical or artistic work copyright v secure a copyright on a written work copyrighted adj (of literary or musical or dramatic or artistic work) protected by copyright cora n (Greek mythology) daughter of Zeus and Demeter; made queen of the underworld by Pluto in ancient mythology; identified with Roman Proserpina persephone coracle n a small rounded boat made of hides stretched over a wicker frame; still used in some parts of Great Britain coral n a variable color averaging a deep pink coral n the hard stony skeleton of a Mediterranean coral that has a delicate red or pink color and is used for jewelry coral n unfertilized lobster roe; reddens in cooking; used as garnish or to color sauces coral n marine colonial polyp characterized by a calcareous skeleton; masses in a variety of shapes often forming reefs coral adj of a strong pink to yellowish-pink color corbel n (architecture) a triangular bracket of brick or stone (usually of slight extent) truss corbel v furnish with a corbel corbelled adj having a corbel corbett n United States heavyweight boxing champion (1866-1933) cord n a line made of twisted fibers or threads cord n a unit of amount of wood cut for burning; 128 cubic feet cord n a light insulated conductor for household use cord n a cut pile fabric with vertical ribs; usually made of cotton corduroy cord v stack in cords cord v bind or tie with a cord cordage n the amount of wood in an area as measured in cords cordage n the ropes in the rigging of a ship cordate adj (of a leaf) shaped like a heart corday n French revolutionary heroine (a Girondist) who assassinated Marat (1768-1793) corded adj of textiles; having parallel raised lines cordial n strong highly flavored sweet liquor usually drunk after a meal liqueur cordial adj diffusing warmth and friendliness affable,amiable,genial cordial adj politely warm and friendly cordial adj sincerely or intensely felt cordially adv in a hearty manner heartily,warmly cordless adj not having a cord cordoba n the basic unit of money in Nicaragua; equal to 100 centavos cordoba n Spanish explorer who discovered Yucatan (1475-1526) cordova cordoba n a city in southern Spain; center of Moorish culture cordova cordoba n a city in central Argentina; site of a university founded in 1613 cordova cordon n a series of sentinels or of military posts enclosing or guarding some place or thing cordon n cord or ribbon worn as an insignia of honor or rank cordon n adornment consisting of an ornamental ribbon or cord cordova n Spanish explorer who discovered Yucatan (1475-1526) cordoba cordova n a city in southern Spain; center of Moorish culture cordoba cordova n a city in central Argentina; site of a university founded in 1613 cordoba cordovan n a fine leather originally made in Cordoba, Spain cords n cotton trousers made of corduroy cloth corduroy n a cut pile fabric with vertical ribs; usually made of cotton cord corduroy n a road made of logs laid crosswise corduroy v build (a road) from logs laid side by side core n a small group of indispensable persons or things nucleus core n the center of an object core n the central part of the Earth core n the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience kernel,substance,center,centre,essence,gist,heart,marrow core v remove the core or center from corer n a device for removing the core from apples corespondent n the codefendant charged with adultery with the estranged spouse in a divorce proceeding corgi n either of two Welsh breeds of long-bodied short-legged dogs with erect ears and a fox-like head coriander n Old World herb with aromatic leaves and seed resembling parsley cilantro coriander n dried coriander seeds used whole or ground coriander n parsley-like herb used as seasoning or garnish cilantro corinth n the modern Greek port near the site of the ancient city that was second only to Athens corinthian n a man devoted to the pursuit of pleasure playboy corinthian n a resident of Corinth corinthian adj or pertaining to the Corinthian style of architecture corinthian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Corinth or its inhabitants cork n outer bark of the cork oak; used for stoppers for bottles etc. cork n (botany) outer tissue of bark; a protective layer of dead cells cork n a port city in southern Ireland cork n the plug in the mouth of a bottle (especially a wine bottle) cork v close a bottle with a cork uncork cork v stuff with cork corkage n a charge added at a restaurant for every bottle of wine served that was not bought on the premises corker n (dated slang) a remarkable or excellent thing or person corker n a machine that is used to put corks in bottles corking adj very good bully,cracking,dandy,great,groovy,keen,neat,nifty corkscrew n a bottle opener that pulls corks corkscrew v move in a spiral or zigzag course spiral corkwood n very small deciduous dioecious tree or shrub of damp habitats in southeastern United States having extremely light wood corky adj (of wine) tainted in flavor by a cork containing excess tannin corm n solid swollen underground bulb-shaped stem or stem base and serving as a reproductive structure cormorant n large voracious dark-colored long-necked seabird with a distensible pouch for holding fish; used in Asia to catch fish corn n tall annual cereal grass bearing kernels on large ears: widely cultivated in America in many varieties; the principal cereal in Mexico and C maize corn n the dried grains or kernels or corn used as animal feed or ground for meal corn n ears of corn that can be prepared and served for human food corn n a hard thickening of the skin (especially on the top or sides of the toes) caused by the pressure of ill-fitting shoes corn v feed (cattle) with corn corn v preserve with salt cornbread n bread made primarily of cornmeal corncob n the hard cylindrical core that bears the kernels of an ear of corn corncrib n a crib for storing and drying ears of corn cornea n the transparent dome-shaped anterior portion of the outer covering of the eye; it covers the iris and pupil and is continuous with the scler corneal adj of or related to the cornea cornel n a tree of shrub of the genus Cornus often having showy bracts resembling flowers dogwood cornell n United States actress noted for her performances in Broadway plays (1893-1974) cornell n United States businessman who unified the telegraph system in the United States and who in 1865 (with Andrew D. White) founded Cornell Unive corner n a place off to the side of an area corner n the point where two lines meet or intersect corner n an interior angle formed by two meeting walls nook corner n the intersection of two streets corner v gain control over corner v force a person or an animal into a position from which he cannot escape tree corner v turn a corner cornered adj forced to turn and face attackers trapped cornerstone n the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained basis,base,foundation,fundament,groundwork cornerstone n a stone in the exterior of a large and important building; usually carved with a date and laid with appropriate ceremonies cornerstone n a stone at the outer corner of two intersecting masonry walls cornet n a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves horn,trumpet,trump cornfield n a field planted with corn cornflower n plant of southern and southeastern United States grown for its yellow flowers that can be dried cornflower n an annual Eurasian plant cultivated in North America having showy heads of blue or purple or pink or white flowers bluebottle cornhusk n the husk of an ear of corn cornhusking n a social gathering for the purpose of husking corn cornhusking n the act of removing the husks from ears of corn cornice n a decorative framework to conceal curtain fixtures at the top of a window casing valance cornice n a molding at the corner between the ceiling and the top of a wall cornice n the topmost projecting part of an entablature cornice v furnish with a cornice cornish n a Celtic language spoken in Cornwall cornish n English breed of compact domestic fowl; raised primarily to crossbreed to produce roasters cornish adj of or related to Cornwall or its people or the Cornish language cornstalk n the stalk of a corn plant cornstarch n starch prepared from the grains of corn; used in cooking as a thickener cornucopia n a goat's horn filled with grain and flowers and fruit symbolizing prosperity cornucopia n the property of being extremely abundant profusion,richness cornwall n a hilly county in southwestern England cornwallis n commander of the British forces in the American War of Independence; was defeated by American and French troops at Yorktown (1738-1805) corny adj dull and tiresome but with pretensions of significance or originality corolla n (botany) the whorl of petals of a flower that collectively form an inner floral envelope or layer of the perianth corollary n a practical consequence that follows naturally corollary n (logic) an inference that follows directly from the proof of another proposition corona n the outermost region of the sun's atmosphere; visible as a white halo during a solar eclipse aureole corona n (botany) the trumpet-shaped or cup-shaped outgrowth of the corolla of a daffodil or narcissus flower corona n an electrical discharge accompanied by ionization of surrounding atmosphere corposant corona n one or more circles of light seen around a luminous object coronach n a song or hymn of mourning composed or performed as a memorial to a dead person dirge,lament,requiem coronal n flower arrangement consisting of a circular band of foliage or flowers for ornamental purposes wreath,garland,chaplet,lei coronary n obstruction of blood flow in a coronary artery by a blood clot (thrombus) coronary adj surrounding like a crown (especially of the blood vessels surrounding the heart) coronation n the ceremony of installing a new monarch investiture coroner n a public official who investigates by inquest any death not due to natural causes coronet n a small crown; usually indicates a high rank but below that of sovereign coronet n margin between the skin of the pastern and the horn of the hoof corp n a business firm whose articles of incorporation have been approved in some state corporation corporal n a noncommissioned officer in the Army or Air Force or Marines corporal adj affecting or characteristic of the body as opposed to the mind or spirit bodily,somatic corporal adj possessing or existing in bodily form bodied,corporate,embodied,incarnate corporate adj of or belonging to a corporation corporate adj possessing or existing in bodily form bodied,corporal,embodied,incarnate corporate adj done by or characteristic of individuals acting together collective corporate adj organized and maintained as a legal corporation incorporated corporation n a business firm whose articles of incorporation have been approved in some state corp corporation n slang for a paunch pot,tummy corposant n an electrical discharge accompanied by ionization of surrounding atmosphere corona corps n an army unit usually consisting of two or more divisions and their support corps n a body of people associated together corpse n the dead body of a human being cadaver,stiff,clay,remains corpus n capital as contrasted with the income derived from it principal corpus n a collection of writings corpus n the main part of an organ or other bodily structure corral n a pen for cattle corral v enclose in a corral corral v arrange wagons so that they form a corral corral v collect or gather correct v make right or correct rectify,right falsify correct v make reparations or amends for right,compensate,redress correct v censure severely chastise,castigate,chasten correct v adjust for compensate,counterbalance correct adj free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth right incorrect correct adj socially right or correct right correct adj in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure right correct adj correct in opinion or judgment right correctable adj capable of being returned to the original condition; not necessarily permanent correctable adj capable of being corrected by additions amendable corrected adj having something undesirable neutralized uncorrected correction n the act of offering an improvement to replace a mistake; setting right rectification correction n a quantity that is added or subtracted in order to increase the accuracy of a scientific measure correction n something substituted for an error correction n a rebuke for making a mistake chastisement correctional adj concerned with or providing correction corrections n the department of local government that is responsible for managing the treatment of convicted offenders corrections n the social control of offenders through a system of imprisonment and rehabilitation and probation and parole corrective n a device for treating injury or disease restorative corrective adj designed to promote discipline disciplinary corrective adj tending or intended to correct or counteract or restore to a normal condition correctly adv in an accurate manner right,aright incorrectly correctness n conformity to fact or truth rightness correctness n the quality of conformity to social expectations corregidor n the peninsula and island in the Philippines where Japanese forces besieged American forces in World War II; United States forces surrendered bataan correlate n either of two or more related or complementary variables correlate v to bear a reciprocal or mutual relation correlate v bring into a mutual, complementary, or reciprocal relation correlate adj mutually related correlated correlated adj mutually related correlate correlation n a reciprocal relation between two or more things correlation n a statistic representing how closely two variables co-vary; it can vary from -1 (perfect negative correlation) through 0 (no correlation) to correlation n a statistical relation between two or more variables such that systematic changes in the value of one variable are accompanied by systematic correspond v be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics match,fit,check,jibe,gibe,tally,agree correspond v be equivalent or parallel, in mathematics equate correspond v exchange messages correspond v take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to represent correspondence n communication by the exchange of letters correspondence n compatibility of observations agreement correspondence n the relation of corresponding in degree or size or amount correspondence n (mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane symmetry,balance correspondent n someone who communicates by means of letters correspondent n a journalist employed to provide news stories for newspapers or broadcast media newspaperman,pressman correspondent adj similar or equivalent in some respects though otherwise dissimilar analogous corresponding adj accompanying corresponding adj similar especially in position or purpose corresponding adj conforming in every respect comparable,like correspondingly adv in a corresponding manner corridor n an enclosed passageway; rooms usually open onto it corrie n a steep-walled semicircular basin in a mountain; may contain a lake cirque,cwm corrigible adj capable of being corrected or set right incorrigible corroborate v establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts confirm,sustain,substantiate,support,affirm corroborate v give evidence for validate corroborate v support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm underpin,support corroboration n confirmation that some fact or statement is true through the use of documentary evidence documentation,certification corroborative adj serving to support or corroborate collateral,confirming,confirmatory,validating,verifying corrode v cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid eat,rust corrode v become destroyed by water, air, or a corrosive such as an acid rust corroded adj eaten away as by acid or oxidation corrosion n a state of deterioration in metals caused by oxidation or chemical action corrosion n erosion by chemical action erosion corrosive n a substance having the tendency to cause corrosion (such a strong acids or alkali) corrosive adj of a substance, especially a strong acid; capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action caustic,erosive,vitriolic,mordant corrosive adj spitefully sarcastic corrugate v fold into ridges corrugated adj shaped into alternating parallel grooves and ridges corrupt v corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality pervert,subvert,demoralize,debase,profane,vitiate,deprave,misdirect corrupt v make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence bribe,buy corrupt v place under suspicion or cast doubt upon defile,sully,taint,cloud corrupt v alter from the original spoil corrupt adj lacking in integrity corrupt adj not straight; dishonest or immoral or evasive crooked corrupt adj containing errors or alterations corrupted corrupt adj touched by rot or decay tainted corrupted adj containing errors or alterations corrupt corrupted adj ruined in character or quality debased corruptible adj capable of being corrupted dishonest,venal corrupting adj seducing into corrupt practices corrupting adj harmful to the mind or morals degrading corrupting adj that infects or taints contaminating corruption n lack of integrity or honesty (especially susceptibility to bribery); use of a position of trust for dishonest gain corruption n in a state of progressive putrefaction corruption n decay of matter (as by rot or oxidation) corruption n moral perversion; impairment of virtue and moral principles degeneracy,depravation,depravity corruptive adj tending to corrupt or pervert corruptly adv in a corrupt manner corsage n an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present bouquet,nosegay corsair n a pirate along the Barbary Coast corsair n a swift pirate ship (often operating with official sanction) corse n an island in the Mediterranean; with adjacent islets it constitutes a region of France corsica corse n a region of France on the island of Corsica; birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte corsica corset n a woman's close-fitting foundation garment girdle,stays corset v dress with a corset corsica n an island in the Mediterranean; with adjacent islets it constitutes a region of France corse corsica n a region of France on the island of Corsica; birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte corse corsican adj of or relating to or characteristic of Corsica or its people cortege n a funeral procession cortege n the group following and attending to some important person retinue,suite,entourage cortes n Spanish conquistador who defeated the Aztecs and conquered Mexico (1485-1547) cortez cortex n the layer of unmyelinated neurons (the grey matter) forming the cortex of the cerebrum cortex n the tissue forming the outer layer of an organ or structure in plant or animal medulla cortex n the tissue that surrounds the lens nucleus cortez n Spanish conquistador who defeated the Aztecs and conquered Mexico (1485-1547) cortes cortical adj of or relating to a cortex cortina n a cobwebby partial veil consisting of silky fibrils cortisone n a corticosteroid hormone (trade name Cortone Acetate) normally produced by the adrenal cortex; is converted to hydrocortisone corundum n very hard mineral used as an abrasive coruscant adj having brief brilliant points or flashes of light aglitter,glinting,glittering,glittery,scintillating,sparkly corvee n unpaid labor (as for the maintenance of roads) required by a lord of his vassals in lieu of taxes corvette n a highly maneuverable escort warship; smaller than a destroyer corvus n a small quadrilateral constellation in the southern hemisphere near Virgo crow corvus n type genus of the Corvidae: crows and ravens coryza n an inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the nose (usually associated with nasal discharge) cos n ratio of the adjacent side to the hypotenuse of a right-angled triangle cos n lettuce with long dark-green leaves in a loosely packed elongated head romaine cosh n a piece of metal covered by leather with a flexible handle; used for hitting people blackjack,sap cosh v hit with a cosh, usually on the head cosher adj conforming to dietary laws kosher cosmetic n a toiletry designed to beautify the body cosmetic adj serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose decorative,ornamental cosmetic adj serving an aesthetic purpose in beautifying the body cosmetically adv for cosmetic purposes to improve appearance cosmetology n the practice of beautifying the face and hair and skin cosmic adj of or from or pertaining to or characteristic of the cosmos or universe cosmic adj inconceivably extended in space or time cosmid n (genetics) a large vector that is made from a bacteriophage and used to clone genes or gene fragments cosmology n the metaphysical study of the origin and nature of the universe cosmology n the branch of astrophysics that studies the origin and evolution and structure of the universe cosmonaut n a person trained to travel in a spacecraft astronaut,spaceman cosmopolitan n a sophisticated person who has travelled in many countries cosmopolite cosmopolitan adj growing or occurring in many parts of the world endemic cosmopolitan adj composed of people from or at home in many parts of the world; especially not provincial in attitudes or interests provincial cosmopolitan adj of worldwide scope or applicability ecumenical,general,universal,worldwide cosmopolite n a sophisticated person who has travelled in many countries cosmopolitan cosmos n everything that exists anywhere universe,existence,creation,world cosmos n any of various mostly Mexican herbs of the genus Cosmos having radiate heads of variously colored flowers and pinnate leaves; popular fall-b cosmotron n a large proton synchrotron; uses frequency modulation of an electric field to accelerate protons coss n (in India) a unit of length having different values in different localities kos cossack n a member of a Slavic people living in southern European Russia and Ukraine and adjacent parts of Asia and noted for their horsemanship and m cosset v treat with excessive indulgence pamper,featherbed,cocker,baby,coddle,mollycoddle,spoil,indulge cost n the total spent for goods or services including money and time and labor cost n the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold) price cost n value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something price,toll cost v be priced at be cost v require to lose, suffer, or sacrifice costa n a riblike part of a plant or animal (such as a middle rib of a leaf or a thickened vein of an insect wing) costa n any of the 12 pairs of curved arches of bone extending from the spine to or toward the sternum in humans (and similar bones in most vertebra rib costal adj of or relating to or near a rib costate adj (of the surface) having a rough, riblike texture ribbed costate adj having ribs costing n cost accounting costly adj entailing great loss or sacrifice costly adj having a high price dear,pricey costs n pecuniary reimbursement to the winning party for the expenses of litigation costume n the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball costume n unusual or period attire not characteristic of or appropriate to the time and place costume n the prevalent fashion of dress (including accessories and hair style as well as garments) costume n the attire characteristic of a country or a time or a social class costume v dress in a costume costume v furnish with costumes; as for a film or play costumed adj dressed in clothing characteristic of a period, country, or class costumer n someone who designs or supplies costumes (as for a play or masquerade) cosy n a padded cloth covering to keep a teapot warm cozy cosy adj enjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space cozy,snug cot n a sheath worn to protect a finger cot n baby bed with high sides made of slats crib cot n a small bed that folds up for storage or transport cote n a small shelter for domestic animals (as sheep or pigeons) coterie n an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose clique,pack,camp cottage n a small house with a single story bungalow cotter n a peasant farmer in the Scottish Highlands cotter n a medieval English villein cottier cotter n fastener consisting of a wedge or pin inserted through a slot to hold two other pieces together cottier n a medieval English villein cotter cotton n soft silky fibers from cotton plants in their raw state cotton n fabric woven from cotton fibers cotton n erect bushy mallow plant or small tree bearing bolls containing seeds with many long hairy fibers cotton n thread made of cotton fibers cotton v take a liking to cottonmouth n venomous semiaquatic snake of swamps in southern United States cottonseed n seed of cotton plants; source of cottonseed oil cottontail n common small rabbit of North America having greyish or brownish fur and a tail with a white underside; a host for Ixodes pacificus and Ixode cottonwood n any of several North American trees of the genus Populus having a tuft of cottony hairs on the seed cottonwood n American basswood of the Allegheny region cottus n type genus of the Cottidae: sculpins cotyledon n embryonic leaf in seed-bearing plants couch n an upholstered seat for more than one person sofa,lounge couch n a flat coat of paint or varnish used by artists as a primer couch n a narrow bed on which a patient lies during psychiatric or psychoanalytic treatment couch v formulate in a particular style or language frame,redact,cast,put cougar n large American feline resembling a lion puma,catamount,painter,panther cough n a sudden noisy expulsion of air from the lungs that clears the air passages; a common symptom of upper respiratory infection or bronchitis o coughing cough v exhale abruptly, as when one has a chest cold or congestion coughing n a sudden noisy expulsion of air from the lungs that clears the air passages; a common symptom of upper respiratory infection or bronchitis o cough coulter n a sharp steel wedge that precedes the plow and cuts vertically through the soil colter council n a body serving in an administrative capacity council n (Christianity) an assembly of theologians and bishops and other representatives of different churches or dioceses that is convened to regula council n a meeting of people for consultation councilman n a man who is a council member councilwoman n a woman who is a council member counsel n a lawyer who pleads cases in court advocate,counselor,counsellor counsel n something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action guidance,counseling,direction counsel v give advice to rede,advise counseling n something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action guidance,counsel,direction counsellor n someone who has supervisory duties at a summer camp counselor counsellor n someone who gives advice about problems counselor counsellor n a lawyer who pleads cases in court advocate,counsel,counselor counselor n someone who gives advice about problems counsellor counselor n someone who has supervisory duties at a summer camp counsellor counselor n a lawyer who pleads cases in court advocate,counsel,counsellor count n the total number counted count n the act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order counting,enumeration,reckoning,tally count n a nobleman (in various countries) having rank equal to a British earl count v determine the number or amount of number,enumerate,numerate count v have weight; have import, carry weight matter,weigh count v show consideration for; take into account consider,weigh count v name or recite the numbers in ascending order countable adj that can be counted countdown n counting backward from an arbitrary number to indicate the time remaining before some event (such as launching a space vehicle) countenance n the appearance conveyed by a person's face visage countenance n formal and explicit approval sanction,endorsement,warrant,imprimatur countenance n the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British) visage,kisser,mug countenance v consent to, give permission permit,allow,let counter n table consisting of a horizontal surface over which business is transacted counter n game equipment (as a piece of wood, plastic, or ivory) used for keeping a count or reserving a space in various card or board games counter n a calculator that keeps a record of the number of times something happens counter n a piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers buffet counter v speak in response counter v act in advance of; deal with ahead of time anticipate,foresee,forestall counter adj indicating opposition or resistance antagonistic counter adv in the opposite direction counteract v act in opposition to antagonize counteract v oppose or check by a counteraction counteract v oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions countervail,neutralize,counterbalance counteract v destroy property or hinder normal operations sabotage,undermine,subvert,weaken counterattack n an attack by a defending force against an attacking enemy force in order to regain lost ground or cut off enemy advance units etc. countermove counterattack n (chess) an attack that is intended to counter the opponent's advantage in another part of the board counterattack v make a counterattack counterstrike counterbalance n a weight that balances another weight counterweight,counterpoise,balance,equalizer counterbalance n equality of distribution balance,equilibrium counterbalance n a compensating equivalent offset counterbalance v adjust for compensate,correct counterbalance v contrast with equal weight or force oppose counterbalance v oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions counteract,countervail,neutralize counterbalanced adj brought into equipoise by means of a weight or force that offsets another countercharge n a charge brought by an accused person against the accuser countercharge n a retaliatory charge counterclaim n a claim filed in opposition to another claim in a legal action counterclaim v set up a claim in opposition to a previous claim counterclockwise adj in the direction opposite to the rotation of the hands of a clock anticlockwise clockwise counterclockwise adv in a direction opposite to the direction in which the hands of a clock move anticlockwise clockwise counterespionage n spying on the spies counterfeit n a copy that is represented as the original forgery counterfeit v make a copy of with the intent to deceive forge,fake counterfeit adj not genuine; imitating something superior imitative genuine counterfeiter n someone who makes copies illegally forger counterintelligence n intelligence activities concerned with identifying and counteracting the threat to security posed by hostile intelligence organizations or b counterintuitive adj contrary to what common sense would suggest counterman n someone who attends a counter (as in a diner) countermeasure n an action taken to offset another action countermove n an attack by a defending force against an attacking enemy force in order to regain lost ground or cut off enemy advance units etc. counterattack counteroffensive n a large scale offensive (more than a counterattack) undertaken by a defending force to seize the initiative from an attacking force counteroffer n an offer made by someone who has rejected a prior offer counterpart n a person or thing having the same function or characteristics as another counterpart n a duplicate copy twin counterplot n a plot intended to subvert another plot counterplot v make a plot in response to another plot counterpoint n a musical form involving the simultaneous sound of two or more melodies counterpoint v to show differences when compared; be different contrast counterpoint v write in counterpoint counterpoise n a weight that balances another weight counterweight,counterbalance,balance,equalizer counterpoise v constitute a counterweight or counterbalance to counterweight,counterpose counterpose v constitute a counterweight or counterbalance to counterweight,counterpoise counterproductive adj tending to hinder the achievement of a goal counterproposal n a proposal offered as an alternative to an earlier proposal counterpunch n a return punch (especially by a boxer) parry,counter counterrevolution n a revolution whose aim is to reverse the changes introduced by a previous revolution counterrevolutionary n a revolutionary whose aim is to reverse the changes introduced by an earlier revolution counterrevolutionary adj relating to or being a counterrevolution counterrevolutionary adj marked by opposition or antipathy to revolution revolutionary counterstrike v make a counterattack counterattack countersuit n a suit brought against someone who has sued you countertenor n a male singer with a voice above that of a tenor countertenor n the highest adult male singing voice alto countertenor adj of or being the highest male voice; having a range above that of tenor alto counterterrorism n a strategy intended to prevent or counter terrorism countervail v compensate for or counterbalance offset countervail v oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions counteract,neutralize,counterbalance counterweight n a weight that balances another weight counterbalance,counterpoise,balance,equalizer counterweight v constitute a counterweight or counterbalance to counterpoise,counterpose countess n female equivalent of a count or earl counting n the act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order count,enumeration,reckoning,tally countless adj too numerous to be counted infinite,innumerable,multitudinous,myriad,numberless,uncounted country n a politically organized body of people under a single government state,nation,land,commonwealth country n the territory occupied by a nation state,land country n the people who live in a nation or country nation,land country n an area outside of cities and towns countryfolk n people living in the same country; compatriots countryfolk n people raised in or living in a rural environment; rustics countryman n a man from your own country countryman n a man who lives in the country and has country ways countryside n rural regions county n (United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government county n (United States) the largest administrative district within a state coup n a sudden and decisive change of government illegally or by force takeover coup n a brilliant and notable success coupe n a car with two doors and front seats and a luggage compartment couple n a pair who associate with one another twosome,duo,duet couple n a pair of people who live together mates,match couple n a small indefinite number couple n two items of the same kind pair,twosome,twain,brace,span,yoke,couplet,duo couple v bring two objects, ideas, or people together match,mate,pair,twin couple v link together uncouple couple v form a pair or pairs pair couple v engage in sexual intercourse copulate,mate,pair coupled adj joined together especially in a pair or pairs conjugate,conjugated coupled adj connected by a link, as railway cars or trailer trucks joined,linked coupler n a mechanical device that serves to connect the ends of adjacent objects coupling couplet n two items of the same kind couple,pair,twosome,twain,brace,span,yoke,duo couplet n a stanza consisting of two successive lines of verse; usually rhymed coupling n a connection (like a clamp or vise) between two things so they move together yoke coupling n a mechanical device that serves to connect the ends of adjacent objects coupler coupling n the act of pairing a male and female for reproductive purposes mating,pairing,conjugation,union coupon n a negotiable certificate that can be detached and redeemed as needed voucher coupon n a test sample of some substance courage n a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear bravery cowardice courageous adj possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching brave courageously adv in a courageous manner bravely courier n a person who carries a message messenger course n education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings class course n a connected series of events or actions or developments line course n general line of orientation trend course n a mode of action course v move swiftly through or over course v move along, of liquids run,flow,feed course v hunt with hounds course adv as might be expected naturally courser n a huntsman who hunts small animals with fast dogs that use sight rather than scent to follow their prey courser n formerly a strong swift horse ridden into battle charger courser n a dog trained for coursing courser n swift-footed terrestrial plover-like bird of southern Asia and Africa; related to the pratincoles coursing n hunting with dogs (usually greyhounds) that are trained to chase game (such as hares) by sight instead of by scent court n an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business tribunal court n a room in which a lawcourt sits courtroom court n the sovereign and his advisers who are the governing power of a state court n a specially marked horizontal area within which a game is played court v make amorous advances towards woo,romance,solicit court v seek someone's favor woo court v engage in social activities leading to marriage courteous adj exhibiting courtesy and politeness gracious,nice courteous adj characterized by courtesy and gracious good manners courtesan n a woman who cohabits with an important man concubine,doxy,paramour courtesy n a courteous or respectful or considerate act courtesy n a courteous or respectful or considerate remark courtesy n a courteous manner courthouse n a government building that houses the offices of a county government courthouse n a building that houses judicial courts courtier n an attendant at the court of a sovereign courting n a man's courting of a woman; seeking the affections of a woman (usually with the hope of marriage) courtship,wooing,suit courtly adj refined or imposing in manner or appearance; befitting a royal court formal,stately courtroom n a room in which a lawcourt sits court courtship n a man's courting of a woman; seeking the affections of a woman (usually with the hope of marriage) wooing,courting,suit courtyard n an area wholly or partly surrounded by walls or buildings court couscous n a spicy dish that originated in northern Africa; consists of pasta steamed with a meat and vegetable stew couscous n a pasta made in northern Africa of crushed and steamed semolina cousin n the child of your aunt or uncle cousteau n French underwater explorer (born in 1910) couth n (used facetiously) refinement couth adj (used facetiously) refined and well-mannered couture n high fashion designing and dressmaking couverture n chocolate that contains at least 32 percent cocoa butter covalent adj of or relating to or characterized by covalence covariance n (statistics) the mean value of the product of the deviations of two variates from their respective means cove n a small inlet cove n small or narrow cave in the side of a cliff or mountain coven n an assembly of witches; usually 13 witches covenant n a signed written agreement between two or more parties (nations) to perform some action compact covenant n (Bible) an agreement between God and his people in which God makes certain promises and requires certain behavior from them in return covenant v enter into a covenant covenant v enter into a covenant or formal agreement coventry n the state of being banished or ostracized (excluded from society by general consent) banishment,ostracism coventry n an industrial city in central England; devastated by air raids during World War II; remembered as the home of Lady Godiva in the 11th centur cover n a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something screen,covert,concealment cover n bedding that keeps a person warm in bed blanket cover n the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it covering,screening,masking cover n the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book binding,back cover v provide with a covering or cause to be covered uncover cover v form a cover over cover v span an interval of distance, space or time continue,extend cover v provide for coverage n the total amount and type of insurance carried coverage n the extent to which something is covered coverage n the news as presented by reporters for newspapers or radio or television reporting,reportage covered adj overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form bare covering n a natural object that covers or envelops cover covering n an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it) covering n the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it cover,screening,masking covering n the act of protecting something by covering it coverlet n a decorative bedspread (usually quilted) covert n a flock of coots covert n a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something screen,cover,concealment covert adj secret or hidden; not openly practiced or engaged in or shown or avowed overt covert adj (of a wife) being under the protection of her husband covertly adv in a covert manner overtly covet v wish, long, or crave for (something, especially the property of another person) coveted adj greatly desired covetous adj showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages envious,jealous covetous adj immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth grabby,grasping,greedy covetousness n an envious eagerness to possess something covetousness n extreme greed for material wealth avarice,cupidity covetousness n reprehensible acquisitiveness; insatiable desire for wealth (personified as one of the deadly sins) avarice,greed covey n a small collection of people covey n a small flock of grouse or partridge cow n female of domestic cattle: "`moo-cow' is a child's term" cow n mature female of mammals of which the male is called `bull' cow n a large unpleasant woman cow v subdue, restrain, or overcome by affecting with a feeling of awe; frighten (as with threats) overawe cowage n pods of the cowage plant or the stinging hairs covering them; used as a vermifuge when mixed with e.g. honey cowage n the annual woody vine of Asia having long clusters of purplish flowers and densely hairy pods; cultivated in southern United States for gree coward n a person who shows fear or timidity coward n English dramatist and actor and composer noted for his witty and sophisticated comedies (1899-1973) cowardice n the trait of lacking courage courage cowardly adj lacking courage; ignobly timid and faint-hearted fearful brave cowbell n a bell hung around the neck of cow so that the cow can be easily located cowboy n a hired hand who tends cattle and performs other duties on horseback puncher,cowman,cowhand,cowherd cowboy n a performer who gives exhibitions of riding and roping and bulldogging cowboy n someone who is reckless or irresponsible (especially in driving vehicles) cower v crouch or curl up huddle cower v show submission or fear fawn,crawl,creep,cringe,grovel cowgirl n a woman cowboy cowhand n a hired hand who tends cattle and performs other duties on horseback cowboy,puncher,cowman,cowherd cowherd n a hired hand who tends cattle and performs other duties on horseback cowboy,puncher,cowman,cowhand cowhide n leather made from the hide of a cow cowhide n the hide of a cow cowhide n a heavy flexible whip braided from leather made from the hide of a cow cowhide v flog with a cowhide cowl n protective covering consisting of a metal part that covers the engine hood,bonnet,cowling cowl n a loose hood or hooded robe (as worn by a monk) cowl v cover with or as with a cowl cowlick n a tuft of hair that grows in a different direction from the rest of the hair and usually will not lie flat cowling n protective covering consisting of a metal part that covers the engine hood,bonnet,cowl cowman n a hired hand who tends cattle and performs other duties on horseback cowboy,puncher,cowhand,cowherd cowpea n fruit or seed of the cowpea plant cowpea n sprawling Old World annual cultivated especially in southern United States for food and forage and green manure cowpea n eaten fresh as shell beans or dried cowpie n fecal matter of a cow cows n domesticated bovine animals as a group regardless of sex or age cattle,kine,oxen cowslip n early spring flower common in British isles having fragrant yellow or sometimes purple flowers cowslip n swamp plant of Europe and North America having bright yellow flowers resembling buttercups kingcup cox n either of two related enzymes that control the production of prostaglandins and are blocked by aspirin cox n the helmsman of a ship's boat or a racing crew coxswain cox v act as the coxswain, in a boat race coxa n the ball-and-socket joint between the head of the femur and the acetabulum hip coxcomb n a conceited dandy who is overly impressed by his own accomplishments coxcomb n a cap worn by court jesters; adorned with a strip of red coxcomb n the fleshy red crest on the head of the domestic fowl and other gallinaceous birds comb coxswain n the helmsman of a ship's boat or a racing crew cox coy adj affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way demure coy adj showing marked and often playful or irritating evasiveness or reluctance to make a definite or committing statement coy adj modestly or warily rejecting approaches or overtures coyly adv in a coy manner coyness n the affectation of being demure in a provocative way coyote n small wolf native to western North America coyote n someone who smuggles illegal immigrants into the United States (usually across the Mexican border) coyote n a forest fire fighter who is sent to battle remote and severe forest fires (often for days at a time) cozen v be false to; be dishonest with deceive,delude cozen v act with artful deceit cozen v cheat or trick coziness n a state of warm snug comfort cozy n a padded cloth covering to keep a teapot warm cosy cozy adj enjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space cosy,snug cozy adj having or fostering a warm or friendly and informal atmosphere intimate,informal cozy adj suggesting connivance cps n the unit of frequency; one hertz has a periodic interval of one second (named for Heinrich Rudolph Hertz) hertz,cycle cpu n (computer science) the part of a computer (a microprocessor chip) that does most of the data processing processor,mainframe crab n decapod having eyes on short stalks and a broad flattened carapace with a small abdomen folded under the thorax and pincers crab n a quarrelsome grouch crab n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer cancer crab n the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22 cancer crab v direct (an aircraft) into a crosswind crab v scurry sideways like a crab crab v fish for crab crab v complain gripe,bitch,grouse,beef,squawk,bellyache,holler crabapple n any of numerous varieties of crab apples cultivated for their small acidic (usually bright red) fruit used for preserves or as ornamentals f crabapple n any of numerous wild apple trees usually with small acidic fruit crabapple n small sour apple; suitable for preserving crabbed adj annoyed and irritable crabby,cross,fussy,grouchy,grumpy crabby adj annoyed and irritable crabbed,cross,fussy,grouchy,grumpy crabs n infestation of the pubic hair by crab lice crack n a long narrow opening cleft,crevice,fissure,scissure crack n a narrow opening gap crack n a long narrow depression in a surface crevice,cranny,fissure,chap crack n a sudden sharp noise cracking,snap crack v become fractured; break or crack on the surface only check,break crack v make a very sharp explosive sound crack v make a sharp sound snap crack v hit forcefully; deal a hard blow, making a cracking noise crack adj of the highest quality ace,super,tops crackdown n severely repressive actions cracked adj used of skin roughened as a result of cold or exposure chapped cracked adj of paint or varnish; having the appearance of alligator hide cracked adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,bats,batty,bonkers,buggy,crackers,daft cracker n a thin crisp wafer made of flour and water with or without leavening and shortening; unsweetened or semisweet cracker n a poor White person in the southern United States redneck cracker n a programmer who cracks (gains unauthorized access to) computers, typically to do malicious things cracker n firework consisting of a small explosive charge and fuse in a heavy paper casing firecracker,banger crackerjack n someone excellent of their kind crackerjack n something excellent of its kind crackers adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,bats,batty,bonkers,buggy,cracked,daft cracking n a sudden sharp noise crack,snap cracking n the act of cracking something fracture,crack cracking n the process whereby heavy molecules of naphtha or petroleum are broken down into hydrocarbons of lower molecular weight (especially in the o cracking adj very good bully,corking,dandy,great,groovy,keen,neat,nifty crackle n the sharp sound of snapping noises crackling crackle n glazed china with a network of fine cracks on the surface crackle v make a crackling sound crackle v make a crushing noise crunch crackle v to become, or to cause to become, covered with a network of small cracks crackle adj having the surface decorated with a network of fine cracks, as in crackleware crackling n the residue that remains after animal fat has been rendered greaves crackling n the sharp sound of snapping noises crackle crackpot n a whimsically eccentric person crank,nut,fruitcake,screwball cracow n an industrial city in southern Poland on the Vistula krakow cradle n a baby bed with sides and rockers cradle n where something originated or was nurtured in its early existence birthplace,provenance,provenience cradle n birth of a person cradle n a trough that can be rocked back and forth; used by gold miners to shake auriferous earth in water in order to separate the gold rocker cradle v hold gently and carefully cradle v bring up from infancy cradle v hold or place in or as if in a cradle cradle v cut grain with a cradle scythe craft n the skilled practice of a practical occupation trade craft n a vehicle designed for navigation in or on water or air or through outer space craft n people who perform a particular kind of skilled work trade craft n skill in an occupation or trade craftsmanship,workmanship craft v make by hand and with much skill craftsman n a professional whose work is consistently of high quality craftsman n a creator of great skill in the manual arts craftsman n a skilled worker who practices some trade or handicraft artisan,journeyman craftsmanship n skill in an occupation or trade craft,workmanship crafty adj marked by skill in deception cunning,dodgy,foxy,slick,sly,tricky,wily crag n a steep rugged rock or cliff craggy adj having hills and crags hilly,mountainous cragsman n a climber of vertical rock faces crake n any of several short-billed Old World rails cram v crowd or pack to capacity jam,ram,wad cram v put something somewhere so that the space is completely filled cram v study intensively, as before an exam drum,swot,bone cram v prepare (students) hastily for an impending exam crammer n a student who crams crammer n a teacher who is paid to cram students for examinations crammer n a special school where students are crammed crammer n a textbook designed for cramming cramp n a painful and involuntary muscular contraction spasm cramp n a clamp for holding pieces of wood together while they are glued cramp n a strip of metal with ends bent at right angles; used to hold masonry together cramp v secure with a cramp cramp v prevent the progress or free movement of hamper,halter,strangle cramp v affect with or as if with a cramp cramp v suffer from sudden painful contraction of a muscle cramped adj constricted in size crampon n a hinged pair of curved iron bars; used to raise heavy objects crampon n an iron spike attached to the shoe to prevent slipping on ice when walking or climbing climber cranberry n any of numerous shrubs of genus Vaccinium bearing cranberries cranberry n very tart red berry used for sauce or juice crane n United States writer (1871-1900) crane n United States poet (1899-1932) crane n a small constellation in the southern hemisphere near Phoenix crane n lifts and moves heavy objects; lifting tackle is suspended from a pivoted boom that rotates around a vertical axis crane v stretch (the neck) so as to see better cranial adj of or relating to the cranium which encloses the brain cranium n the part of the skull that encloses the brain crank n a bad-tempered person grouch,grump,churl crank n a whimsically eccentric person crackpot,nut,fruitcake,screwball crank n an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system methamphetamine,meth,chalk,glass,ice,trash crank n a hand tool consisting of a rotating shaft with parallel handle starter crank v travel along a zigzag path zigzag crank v start by cranking crank v rotate with a crank crank v fasten with a crank crank adj (used of boats) inclined to heel over easily under sail cranky,tender,tippy crankshaft n a rotating shaft driven by (or driving) a crank cranky adj (used of boats) inclined to heel over easily under sail crank,tender,tippy cranky adj easily irritated or annoyed fractious,irritable,nettlesome,peevish,peckish,petulant,scratchy,testy cranny n a long narrow depression in a surface crevice,crack,fissure,chap cranny n a small opening or crevice (especially in a rock face or wall) crap n obscene terms for feces dirt,shit,shite,poop,turd crap n obscene words for unacceptable behavior bullshit,bull,horseshit,shit crap v have a bowel movement stool,defecate,shit,make crape n small very thin pancake crepe crape n a soft thin light fabric with a crinkled surface crepe crape v cover or drape with crape crepe crape v curl tightly crimp,frizzle,frizz,kink crapper n a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination toilet,can,commode,pot,potty,stool,throne crappie n small sunfishes of the genus Pomoxis of central United States rivers crappie n small sunfishes of central United States rivers crappy adj very bad icky,lousy,rotten,shitty,stinking,stinky craps n expressions used when when two dice are thrown and both come up showing one spot craps n a gambling game played with two dice; a first throw of 7 or 11 wins and a first throw of 2, 3, or 12 loses and a first throw of any other nu crash n a loud resonant repeating noise clang,clangor,clangour,clank,clash crash n a serious accident (usually involving one or more vehicles) wreck crash n a sudden large decline of business or the prices of stocks (especially one that causes additional failures) collapse crash n the act of colliding with something smash crash v fall or come down violently crash v move with, or as if with, a crashing noise crash v undergo damage or destruction on impact ram crash v move violently as through a barrier crashing adj informal intensifiers bally,blinking,bloody,blooming,flaming,fucking crass adj (of persons) so unrefined as to be lacking in discrimination and sensibility crassula n type genus of Crassulaceae; herbs and small shrubs having woody stems and succulent aerial parts crate n a rugged box (usually made of wood); used for shipping crate n the quantity contained in a crate crate v put into a crate; as for protection crater n a bowl-shaped geological formation at the top of a volcano crater n a faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near Hydra and Corvus crater n a bowl-shaped depression formed by the impact of a meteorite or bomb cravat n neckwear worn in a slipknot with long ends overlapping vertically in front crave v have a craving, appetite, or great desire for hunger,thirst,starve,lust crave v plead or ask for earnestly craved adj wanted intensely desired craven n an abject coward craven adj lacking even the rudiments of courage; abjectly fearful craving n an intense desire for some particular thing craw n a pouch in many birds and some lower animals that resembles a stomach for storage and preliminary maceration of food crop crawdad n tiny lobster-like crustaceans usually boiled briefly crayfish,crawfish crawdad n small freshwater decapod crustacean that resembles a lobster crayfish,crawfish crawfish n tiny lobster-like crustaceans usually boiled briefly crayfish,crawdad crawfish n small freshwater decapod crustacean that resembles a lobster crayfish,crawdad crawfish n large edible marine crustacean having a spiny carapace but lacking the large pincers of true lobsters crayfish crawfish v make a retreat from an earlier commitment or activity retreat,withdraw crawford n United States neoclassical sculptor (1814-1857) crawford n United States film actress (1908-1977) crawl n a very slow movement crawl n a swimming stroke; arms are moved alternately overhead accompanied by a flutter kick crawl n a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body crawling,creep,creeping crawl v move slowly; in the case of people or animals with the body near the ground creep crawl v feel as if crawling with insects crawl v be full of crawl v show submission or fear fawn,creep,cringe,cower,grovel crawler n a person who tries to please someone in order to gain a personal advantage sycophant,toady,lackey crawler n a person who crawls or creeps along the ground creeper crawler n terrestrial worm that burrows into and helps aerate soil; often surfaces when the ground is cool or wet; used as bait by anglers earthworm,angleworm crawling n a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body crawl,creep,creeping crayfish n warm-water lobsters without claws; those from Australia and South Africa usually marketed as frozen tails; caught also in Florida and Califo crayfish n tiny lobster-like crustaceans usually boiled briefly crawfish,crawdad crayfish n small freshwater decapod crustacean that resembles a lobster crawfish,crawdad crayfish n large edible marine crustacean having a spiny carapace but lacking the large pincers of true lobsters crawfish crayon n writing implement consisting of a colored stick of composition wax used for writing and drawing crayon v write, draw, or trace with a crayon craze n an interest followed with exaggerated zeal fad,furor,furore,cult,rage craze n state of violent mental agitation delirium,frenzy,fury,hysteria craze n a fine crack in a glaze or other surface craze v cause to go crazy; cause to lose one's mind madden craze v develop a fine network of cracks crazed adj driven insane deranged crazily adv in an insane manner insanely,madly craziness n informal terms for insanity daftness craziness n the quality of being rash and foolish folly,foolishness,madness craziness n foolish or senseless behavior folly,foolery,tomfoolery,lunacy,indulgence crazy n someone deranged and possibly dangerous loony,looney,weirdo crazy adj affected with madness or insanity demented,disturbed,mad,sick,unbalanced,unhinged crazy adj foolish; totally unsound screwball crazy adj possessed by inordinate excitement crazy adj bizarre or fantastic creak n a squeaking sound creaking creak v make a high-pitched, screeching noise whine,squeak,screech creaking n a squeaking sound creak creaky adj worn and broken down by hard use decrepit,derelict,woebegone creaky adj having a rasping or grating sound creaky adj of or pertaining to arthritis arthritic,rheumatic,rheumatoid cream n the best people or things in a group pick cream n the part of milk containing the butterfat cream n toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to ointment cream v make creamy by beating cream v beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight bat,clobber,drub,thrash,lick cream v put on cream, as on one's face or body cream v remove from the surface skim creamer n a small pitcher for serving cream creamery n a workplace where dairy products (butter and cheese etc.) are produced or sold creamy adj of the color of cream creamy adj thick like cream crease n an angular or rounded shape made by folding fold,flexure,crimp,bend crease n a slight depression or fold in the smoothness of a surface wrinkle,furrow,crinkle,seam,line crease n a Malayan dagger with a wavy blade kris crease v make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in; `crisp' is archaic wrinkle,ruckle,crinkle,scrunch,crisp crease v make wrinkled or creased furrow,wrinkle crease v scrape gently graze,rake crease v become wrinkled or crumpled or creased rumple,crumple,wrinkle,crinkle create v make or cause to be or to become make create v bring into existence create v pursue a creative activity; be engaged in a creative activity create v invest with a new title, office, or rank creation n the human act of creating creation n an artifact that has been brought into existence by someone creation n the event that occurred at the beginning of something conception creation n the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new initiation,founding,foundation,institution,origination,innovation,introduction creationism n the literal belief in the account of Creation given in the Book of Genesis creative adj having the ability or power to create creative adj promoting construction or creation creatively adv in a creative manner creativeness n the ability to create creativity creativity n the ability to create creativeness creator n terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God godhead,lord,maker,divine,almighty,jehovah creator n a person who grows or makes or invents things creature n a living organism characterized by voluntary movement animal,beast,brute,fauna creature n a human being; `wight' is an archaic term wight creature n a person who is controlled by others and is used to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks for someone else tool,puppet creche n a hospital where foundlings (infant children of unknown parents) are taken in and cared for creche n a representation of Christ's nativity in the stable at Bethlehem cred n credibility among young fashionable urban individuals credence n the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true acceptance credence n a kind of sideboard or buffet credenza credential n a document attesting to the truth of certain stated facts certificate,certification,credentials credentials n a document attesting to the truth of certain stated facts certificate,certification,credential credenza n a kind of sideboard or buffet credence credibility n the quality of being believable or trustworthy believability credible adj capable of being believed believable incredible credible adj (a common but incorrect usage where `credulous' would be appropriate) credulous credible adj appearing to merit belief or acceptance credibly adv easy to believe on the basis of available evidence plausibly,probably incredibly credit n approval recognition credit n money available for a client to borrow credit n an accounting entry acknowledging income or capital items debit credit n used in the phrase `to your credit' in order to indicate an achievement deserving praise credit v give someone credit for something credit v ascribe an achievement to accredit credit v accounting: enter as credit debit credit v have trust in; trust in the truth or veracity of creditable adj worthy of often limited commendation creditably adv to a tolerably worthy extent respectably credited adj (usually followed by `to') given credit for creditor n a person to whom money is owed by a debtor; someone to whom an obligation exists debtor credits n a list of acknowledgements of those who contributed to the creation of a film (usually run at the end of the film) credo n any system of principles or beliefs creed credulity n tendency to believe readily credulous adj disposed to believe on little evidence incredulous credulous adj showing a lack of judgment or experience credulousness n tendency to believe too readily and therefore to be easily deceived gullibility cree n a member of an Algonquian people living in central Canada cree n the Algonquian language spoken by the Cree creed n any system of principles or beliefs credo creed n the written body of teachings of a religious group that are generally accepted by that group gospel creek n a natural stream of water smaller than a river (and often a tributary of a river) brook creek n any member of the Creek Confederacy (especially the Muskogee) formerly living in Georgia and Alabama but now chiefly in Oklahoma creel n a wicker basket used by anglers to hold fish creep n someone unpleasantly strange or eccentric weirdo,spook creep n a slow longitudinal movement or deformation creep n a pen that is fenced so that young animals can enter but adults cannot creep n a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body crawl,crawling,creeping creep v move slowly; in the case of people or animals with the body near the ground crawl creep v to go stealthily or furtively sneak,mouse,pussyfoot creep v grow or spread, often in such a way as to cover (a surface) creep v show submission or fear fawn,crawl,cringe,cower,grovel creeper n any plant (as ivy or periwinkle) that grows by creeping creeper n a person who crawls or creeps along the ground crawler creeper n any of various small insectivorous birds of the northern hemisphere that climb up a tree trunk supporting themselves on stiff tail feathers creepiness n an uneasy sensation as of insects creeping on your skin creeping n a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body crawl,crawling,creep creeps n a disease of cattle and sheep attributed to a dietary deficiency; characterized by anemia and softening of the bones and a slow stiff gait creeps n a feeling of fear and revulsion creepy adj annoying and unpleasant creepy adj causing a sensation as of things crawling on your skin cremate v reduce to ashes cremation n the incineration of a dead body crematorium n a mortuary where corpses are cremated crematorium n a furnace where a corpse can be burned and reduced to ashes crenelate v supply with battlements creole n a person of European descent born in the West Indies or Latin America creole n a person descended from French ancestors in southern United States (especially Louisiana) creole n a mother tongue that originates from contact between two languages creole adj of or relating to a language that arises from contact between two other languages and has features of both creole adj of or relating to or characteristic of native-born persons of French descent in Louisiana creolize v develop into a creole creosote n a colorless or yellowish oily liquid obtained by distillation of wood tar; used as an antiseptic creosote n a dark oily liquid obtained by distillation of coal tar; used as a preservative for wood creosote v treat with creosote crepe n paper with a crinkled texture; usually colored and used for decorations crepe n small very thin pancake crape crepe n a soft thin light fabric with a crinkled surface crape crepe v cover or drape with crape crape crescendo n (music) a gradual increase in loudness crescendo v grow louder crescendo adj (music) gradually increasing in volume crescent n any shape resembling the curved shape of the moon in its first or last quarters crescent adj resembling the new moon in shape lunate cress n any of various plants of the family Cruciferae with edible leaves that have a pungent taste cress n pungent leaves of any of numerous cruciferous herbs cresson adj of a moderate yellow-green color that is greener and deeper than moss green and yellower and darker than pea green crest n the top line of a hill, mountain, or wave crest n the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) peak,crown,top,tip,summit crest n the center of a cambered road crown crest n (heraldry) in medieval times, an emblem used to decorate a helmet crest v lie at the top of cap crest v reach a high point crested adj bearing an heraldic device crested adj (of a bird or animal) having a usually ornamental tuft or process on the head; often used in combination tufted crested adj (of a knight's helmet) having a decorative plume plumed crestfallen adj brought low in spirit chapfallen,deflated cretaceous n from 135 million to 63 million years ago; end of the age of reptiles; appearance of modern insects and flowering plants cretaceous adj abounding in chalk cretaceous adj of or relating to or denoting the third period of the Mesozoic era cretan n a native or inhabitant of Crete crete n the largest Greek island in the Mediterranean; site of the Minoan civilization that reached its peak in 1600 BC cretin n a person of subnormal intelligence idiot,imbecile,moron,changeling crevasse n a deep fissure crevice n a long narrow depression in a surface cranny,crack,fissure,chap crevice n a long narrow opening crack,cleft,fissure,scissure crew n the men and women who man a vehicle (ship, aircraft, etc.) crew n an organized group of workmen gang crew n an informal body of friends crowd,gang,bunch crew n the team of men manning a racing shell crew v serve as a crew member on crewman n any member of a ship's crew sailor crewman n a member of a flight crew crewman n a member of a work crew crib n baby bed with high sides made of slats cot crib n a literal translation used in studying a foreign language (often used illicitly) pony,trot crib n a bin or granary for storing grains crib n the cards discarded by players at cribbage crib v use a crib, as in an exam crib v take unauthorized (intellectual material) crib v line with beams or planks cribbage n a card game (usually for two players) in which each player is dealt six cards and discards one or two crib crichton n Scottish man of letters and adventurer (1560-1582) crick n a painful muscle spasm especially in the neck or back (`rick' and `wrick' are British) kink,rick crick n English biochemist who (with Watson in 1953) helped discover the helical structure of DNA (1916-2004) crick v twist (a body part) into a strained position cricket n leaping insect; male makes chirping noises by rubbing the forewings together cricket n a game played with a ball and bat by two teams of 11 players; teams take turns trying to score runs cricket v play cricket cricketer n an athlete who plays cricket crier n a person who weeps weeper crier n (formerly) an official who made public announcements crier n a peddler who shouts to advertise the goods he sells crime n (criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act crime n an evil act not necessarily punishable by law crimea n a Ukrainian peninsula between the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov criminal n someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime felon,crook,outlaw,malefactor criminal adj bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure condemnable,deplorable,reprehensible,vicious criminal adj guilty of crime or serious offense criminal adj involving or being or having the nature of a crime felonious criminality n the state of being a criminal criminally adv in a shameful manner criminally adv in violation of the law; in a criminal manner criminologist n a specialist in criminology criminology n the scientific study of crime and criminal behavior and law enforcement crimp n an angular or rounded shape made by folding fold,crease,flexure,bend crimp n someone who tricks or coerces men into service as sailors or soldiers crimper crimp n a lock of hair that has been artificially waved or curled crimp v make ridges into by pinching together pinch crimp v curl tightly crape,frizzle,frizz,kink crimper n someone who tricks or coerces men into service as sailors or soldiers crimp crimper n a mechanical device consisting of a cylindrical tube around which the hair is wound to curl it curler,roller crimson n a deep and vivid red color ruby crimson v turn red, as if in embarrassment or shame blush,flush,redden crimson adj of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies red,reddish,ruddy,carmine,cerise,cherry,ruby,scarlet crimson adj characterized by violence or bloodshed red,violent crimson adj (especially of the face) reddened or suffused with or as if with blood from emotion or exertion red,flushed cringe v draw back, as with fear or pain flinch,squinch,funk,shrink,wince,recoil,quail cringe v show submission or fear fawn,crawl,creep,cower,grovel cringing adj totally submissive groveling,wormlike crinkle n a slight depression or fold in the smoothness of a surface wrinkle,furrow,crease,seam,line crinkle v make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in; `crisp' is archaic wrinkle,ruckle,crease,scrunch,crisp crinkle v become wrinkled or crumpled or creased rumple,crumple,wrinkle,crease cripple n someone who is unable to walk normally because of an injury or disability to the legs or back cripple v deprive of strength or efficiency; make useless or worthless stultify cripple v deprive of the use of a limb, especially a leg lame crippled adj disabled in the feet or legs halt,halting,lame,gimpy,game crippling adj that cripples or disables or incapacitates disabling,incapacitating crisis n an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty crisis n a crucial stage or turning point in the course of something crisp n a thin crisp slice of potato fried in deep fat chip crisp v make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in; `crisp' is archaic wrinkle,ruckle,crease,crinkle,scrunch crisp v make brown and crisp by heating toast crisp adj (of something seen or heard) clearly defined sharp crisp adj tender and brittle crispy crisp adj pleasantly cold and invigorating frosty,nipping,nippy,snappy crisp adj pleasingly firm and fresh crispate adj wavy or notched and curled very irregularly crispin n patron saint of shoemakers; he and his brother were martyred for trying to spread Christianity (3rd century) crisply adv in a well delineated manner sharply crispness n a pleasing firmness and freshness crispness n an expressive style that is direct and to the point crispness n firm but easily broken crispy adj tender and brittle crisp crisscross n a marking that consists of lines that cross each other cross,mark crisscross v cross in a pattern, often random crisscross v mark with or consist of a pattern of crossed lines crisscross v mark with a pattern of crossing lines crisscross adj marked with crossing lines crisscrossed crisscross adv crossing one another in opposite directions crisscrossed adj marked with crossing lines crisscross cristal n street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine adam,ecstasy,go,x crit n a bicycle race held on a short course (usually less than 5 km or 3 miles) criterion n a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated standard,measure,touchstone criterion n the ideal in terms of which something can be judged standard crith n the weight of a liter of hydrogen (at 0 centigrade and 760 millimeters pressure) critic n a person who is professionally engaged in the analysis and interpretation of works of art critic n anyone who expresses a reasoned judgment of something critic n someone who frequently finds fault or makes harsh and unfair judgments critical adj marked by a tendency to find and call attention to errors and flaws uncritical critical adj at or of a point at which a property or phenomenon suffers an abrupt change especially having enough mass to sustain a chain reaction critical adj characterized by careful evaluation and judgment uncritical critical adj urgently needed; absolutely necessary vital criticality n a state of critical urgency criticality n a critical state; especially the point at which a nuclear reaction is self-sustaining critically adv in a critical manner uncritically criticism n disapproval expressed by pointing out faults or shortcomings criticism n a serious examination and judgment of something critique criticism n a written evaluation of a work of literature criticize v find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws knock praise criticize v act as a critic critique n an essay or article that gives a critical evaluation (as of a book or play) review critique n a serious examination and judgment of something criticism critique v appraise critically review critter n a regional term for `creature' (especially for domestic animals) cro n electronic equipment that provides visual images of varying electrical quantities oscilloscope,scope croak n a harsh hoarse utterance (as of a frog) croaking croak v pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life die,decease,perish,go,exit,expire,pass,conk croak v utter a hoarse sound, like a raven cronk croak v make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath murmur,mutter,grumble,gnarl croaker n the lean flesh of a saltwater fish caught along Atlantic coast of southern U.S. croaker n any of several fishes that make a croaking noise croaking n a harsh hoarse utterance (as of a frog) croak croat n a member of the Slavic people living in Croatia croatian croatia n a republic in the western Balkans in south-central Europe in the eastern Adriatic coastal area; formerly part of the Habsburg monarchy and Y croatian n a member of the Slavic people living in Croatia croat croatian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Croatia or its people or language crochet n needlework done by interlocking looped stitches with a hooked needle crocheting crochet v create by looping or crocheting crochet v make a piece of needlework by interlocking and looping thread with a hooked needle hook crocheting n needlework done by interlocking looped stitches with a hooked needle crochet crocheting n creating a garment of needlework crock n a black colloidal substance consisting wholly or principally of amorphous carbon and used to make pigments and ink soot,smut crock n nonsense; foolish talk crock n an earthen jar (made of baked clay) crock v release color when rubbed, of badly dyed fabric crock v soil with or as with crock crocked adj very drunk besotted,cockeyed,loaded,pissed,plastered,sloshed,smashed,soaked crockery n tableware (eating and serving dishes) collectively crockett n United States frontiersman and Tennessee politician who died at the siege of the Alamo (1786-1836) crocodile n large voracious aquatic reptile having a long snout with massive jaws and sharp teeth and a body covered with bony plates; of sluggish tropi crocodilian n extant archosaurian reptile crocus n any of numerous low-growing plants of the genus Crocus having slender grasslike leaves and white or yellow or purple flowers; native chiefly croesus n last king of Lydia (died in 546 BC) croesus n a very wealthy man croft n a small farm worked by a crofter croissant n very rich flaky crescent-shaped roll cromwell n English general and statesman who led the parliamentary army in the English Civil War (1599-1658) ironsides cromwellian adj of or relating to or in the manner of Oliver Cromwell crone n an ugly evil-looking old woman hag,beldame,witch cronk v utter a hoarse sound, like a raven croak cronk v cry like a goose honk crony n a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities buddy,brother,chum,pal,sidekick crook n someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime criminal,felon,outlaw,malefactor crook n a circular segment of a curve bend,twist,turn crook n a long staff with one end being hook shaped crook v bend or cause to bend curve crooked adj having or marked by bends or angles; not straight or aligned straight crooked adj not straight; dishonest or immoral or evasive corrupt straight crooked adj irregular in shape or outline asymmetrical crooked adj having the back and shoulders rounded; not erect hunched,stooped,stooping crookedness n a tortuous and twisted shape or position torsion,contortion crookedness n having or distinguished by crooks or curves or bends or angles crookedness n the quality of being deceitful and underhanded croon v sing softly crooner n a singer of popular ballads crooning n singing in a soft low tone crooning n the act of singing popular songs in a sentimental manner crop n the yield from plants in a single growing season harvest crop n a cultivated plant that is grown commercially on a large scale crop n a collection of people or things appearing together crop n the output of something in a season crop v cut short crop v prepare for crops cultivate,work crop v yield crops crop v let feed in a field or pasture or meadow graze,pasture cropped adj (of land or soil) used for growing crops cropper n small farmers and tenants sharecropper croquet n a game in which players hit a wooden ball through a series of hoops; the winner is the first to traverse all the hoops and hit a peg croquet v drive away by hitting with one's ball croquet v play a game in which players hit a wooden ball through a series of hoops crore n the number that is represented as a one followed by 7 zeros; ten million crosby n United States singer and film actor (1903-1977) crosier n a staff surmounted by a crook or cross carried by bishops as a symbol of pastoral office crozier cross n a wooden structure consisting of an upright post with a transverse piece cross n a marking that consists of lines that cross each other crisscross,mark cross n a representation of the structure on which Jesus was crucified; used as an emblem of Christianity or in heraldry cross n any affliction that causes great suffering cross v travel across or pass over traverse,track,cover cross v meet at a point intersect cross v hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of thwart,queer,spoil,scotch,foil,frustrate,baffle,bilk cross v fold so as to resemble a cross cross adj extending or lying across; in a crosswise direction; at right angles to the long axis transverse cross adj annoyed and irritable crabbed,crabby,fussy,grouchy,grumpy crossbar n a horizontal bar that goes across something crossbar n game equipment consisting of a horizontal bar to be jumped or vaulted over crossbar n long thin horizontal crosspiece between two vertical posts crossbill n finch with a bill whose tips cross when closed crossbones n two crossed bones (or a representation of two crossed bones) used as a symbol danger or death crossbow n a bow fixed transversely on a wooden stock grooved to direct the arrow (quarrel) crossbreed n (genetics) an organism that is the offspring of genetically dissimilar parents or stock; especially offspring produced by breeding plants or hybrid,cross crossbreed v breed animals or plants using parents of different races and varieties cross,hybridize,interbreed crosscurrent n a stretch of turbulent water in a river or the sea caused by one current flowing into or across another current rip,riptide crosscurrent n actions counter to the main group activity crosscut n a diagonal path crosscut n a route shorter than the usual one shortcut,cutoff crosscut v cut using a diagonal line crosse n a long racket with a triangular frame; used in playing lacrosse crossed adj placed crosswise crossed adj (of a check) marked for deposit only as indicated by having two lines drawn across it crossfire n a lively or heated interchange of ideas and opinions crossfire n fire from two or more points so that the lines of fire cross crossing n traveling across crossing n a shallow area in a stream that can be forded ford crossing n a point where two lines (paths or arcs etc.) intersect crossing n a junction where one street or road crosses another intersection,crossroad crossover n the interchange of sections between pairing homologous chromosomes during the prophase of meiosis crossover n a voter who is registered as a member of one political party but who votes in the primary of another party crossover n the appropriation of a new style (especially in popular music) by combining elements of different genres in order to appeal to a wider audie crossover n a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed to get from one side to the other crossing,crosswalk crosspiece n a horizontal beam that extends across something trave,traverse crosspiece n a transverse brace crossroad n a junction where one street or road crosses another intersection,crossing crossroads n a community of people smaller than a village hamlet crossroads n a crisis situation or point in time when a critical decision must be made juncture crossroads n a point where a choice must be made crosswalk n a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed to get from one side to the other crossing,crossover crosswind n wind blowing across the path of a ship or aircraft crosswise adj lying or extending across the length of a thing or in a cross direction lengthwise crosswise adj in the shape of (a horizontal piece on) a cross crosswise adv not in the intended manner crosswise adv transversely across crossword n a puzzle in which words corresponding to numbered clues are to be found and written in to squares in the puzzle crotch n the region of the angle formed by the junction of two branches fork crotch n the angle formed by the inner sides of the legs where they join the human trunk fork crotch n external sex organ genitalia,genitals,privates crotchety adj having a difficult and contrary disposition cantankerous,ornery croton n grown in many varieties for their brightly colored foliage; widely cultivated as a houseplant croton n tropical Asiatic shrub; source of croton oil crouch n the act of bending low with the limbs close to the body crouch v bend one's back forward from the waist on down stoop,bend,bow crouch v sit on one's heels squat,scrunch,hunker croup n a disease of infants and young children; harsh coughing and hoarseness and fever and difficult breathing croup n the part of an animal that corresponds to the human buttocks hindquarters,croupe,rump croupe n the part of an animal that corresponds to the human buttocks hindquarters,croup,rump croupier n someone who collects and pays bets at a gaming table crouse n United States playwright (1893-1966) crouton n a small piece of toasted or fried bread; served in soup or salads crow n black birds having a raucous call crow n the cry of a cock (or an imitation of it) crow n a member of the Siouan people formerly living in eastern Montana crow n a small quadrilateral constellation in the southern hemisphere near Virgo corvus crow v dwell on with satisfaction gloat,triumph crow v express pleasure verbally crow v utter shrill sounds crowbar n a heavy iron lever with one end forged into a wedge pry crowd n a large number of things or people considered together crowd n an informal body of friends crew,gang,bunch crowd v cause to herd, drive, or crowd together herd crowd v fill or occupy to the point of overflowing crowd v to gather together in large numbers crowd v approach a certain age or speed push crowded adj overfilled or compacted or concentrated crowding n a situation in which people or things are crowded together crowing n an instance of boastful talk brag,bragging,crow crowing adj exhibiting self-importance boastful,braggart,bragging,big crown n the Crown (or the reigning monarch) as the symbol of the power and authority of a monarchy crown n the part of a tooth above the gum that is covered with enamel crown n a wreath or garland worn on the head to signify victory crown n an ornamental jeweled headdress signifying sovereignty diadem crown v invest with regal power; enthrone crown v be the culminating event top crown v form the topmost part of crown v put an enamel cover on crowned adj having an (artificial) crown on a tooth crowned adj crowned with or as if with laurel symbolizing victory laureled,laurelled crowned adj provided with or as if with a crown or a crown as specified; often used in combination crowning adj representing a level of the highest possible achievement or attainment crowning adj forming or providing a crown or summit crozier n a staff surmounted by a crook or cross carried by bishops as a symbol of pastoral office crosier crucial adj of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis important crucial adj having crucial relevance crucial adj of the greatest importance essential crucially adv to a crucial degree crucible n a vessel made of material that does not melt easily; used for high temperature chemical reactions crucifix n representation of the cross on which Jesus died rood crucifix n a gymnastic exercise performed on the rings when the gymnast supports himself with both arms extended horizontally crucifixion n the act of executing by a method widespread in the ancient world; the victim's hands and feet are bound or nailed to a cross crucifixion n the death of Jesus by crucifixion crucifixion n the infliction of extremely painful punishment or suffering crucify v kill by nailing onto a cross crucify v treat cruelly torment,rag,bedevil,dun,frustrate crucify v hold within limits and control mortify,subdue crucify v criticize harshly or violently savage,blast,pillory crud n heavy wet snow that is unsuitable for skiing crud n any substance considered disgustingly foul or unpleasant filth,skank crud n an ill-defined bodily ailment crude n a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons petroleum,oil crude adj not carefully or expertly made rough crude adj conspicuously and tastelessly indecent earthy,gross,vulgar crude adj not refined or processed unrefined,unprocessed crude adj belonging to an early stage of technical development; characterized by simplicity and (often) crudeness primitive,rude crudely adv in a crude or unrefined manner crudely adv in a crude and unskilled manner cruel adj (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering barbarous,brutal,fell,roughshod,savage,vicious cruelly adv excessively cruelly adv with cruelty cruelty n a cruel act; a deliberate infliction of pain and suffering cruelty n feelings of extreme heartlessness mercilessness,ruthlessness cruelty n the quality of being cruel and causing tension or annoyance harshness cruise n an ocean trip taken for pleasure sail cruise v drive around aimlessly but ostentatiously and at leisure cruise v travel at a moderate speed cruise v look for a sexual partner in a public place cruise v sail or travel about for pleasure, relaxation, or sightseeing cruiser n a car in which policemen cruise the streets; equipped with radiotelephonic communications to headquarters cruiser n a large fast warship; smaller than a battleship and larger than a destroyer cruiser n a large motorboat that has a cabin and plumbing and other conveniences necessary for living on board cruller n small friedcake formed into twisted strips and fried; richer than doughnuts twister crumb n a very small quantity of something crumb n a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible rotter,rat,skunk,stinker,bum,puke,lowlife,git crumb n small piece of e.g. bread or cake crumb v coat with bread crumbs crumb v break into crumbs crumb v remove crumbs from crumble v fall apart crumple,tumble,collapse crumble v break or fall apart into fragments crumble v fall into decay or ruin decay,dilapidate crummy adj of very poor quality; flimsy bum,cheap,cheesy,punk,sleazy,tinny crump v make a noise typical of an engine lacking lubricants thud,scrunch crump v bombard with heavy shells crump v explode heavily or with a loud dull noise crumpet n a thick soft cake with a porous texture; cooked on a griddle crumple v fall apart crumble,tumble,collapse crumple v fold or collapse buckle crumple v to gather something into small wrinkles or folds pucker,rumple,cockle,knit crumple v become wrinkled or crumpled or creased rumple,wrinkle,crease,crinkle crumpled adj of metal e.g. bent,dented crunch n the sound of something crunching crunch n a critical situation that arises because of a shortage (as a shortage of time or money or resources) crunch n the act of crushing crush,compaction crunch v make a crushing noise crackle crunch v press or grind with a crushing noise grind crunch v chew noisily munch crunch v reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading grind,mash,bray,comminute crupper n a strap from the back of a saddle passing under the horse's tail; prevents saddle from slipping forward crusade n a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end campaign,cause,drive,movement,effort crusade n any of the more or less continuous military expeditions in the 11th to 13th centuries when Christian powers of Europe tried to recapture the crusade v exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate f fight,press,campaign,push,agitate crusade v go on a crusade; fight a holy war crusader n a disputant who advocates reform reformer,reformist crusader n a warrior who engages in a holy war cruse n small jar; holds liquid (oil or water) crush n leather that has had its grain pattern accentuated crush n a dense crowd of people jam,press crush n temporary love of an adolescent infatuation crush n the act of crushing crunch,compaction crush v come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority oppress,suppress crush v to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition squash,squelch,mash,squeeze crush v come out better in a competition, race, or conflict beat,shell,trounce,vanquish crush v break into small pieces crushed adj treated so as to have a permanently wrinkled appearance crushed adj subdued or brought low in condition or status broken,humbled,humiliated,low crusher n a device that crushes something crushing n forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority suppression,quelling,stifling crushing adj physically or spiritually devastating; often used in combination devastating crust n the outer layer of the Earth crust n a hard outer layer that covers something incrustation crust n the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties gall,impertinence,impudence,insolence,freshness crust v form a crust or form into a crust crustacean n any mainly aquatic arthropod usually having a segmented body and chitinous exoskeleton crustacean adj of or belonging to the class Crustacea crustaceous crustaceous adj of or belonging to the class Crustacea crustacean crustaceous adj being or having or resembling a hard crust or shell crustal adj of or relating to or characteristic of the crust of the earth or moon crusted adj having a hardened crust as a covering encrusted,crusty crusty adj having a hardened crust as a covering crusted,encrusted crusty adj brusque and surly and forbidding gruff crutch n a wooden or metal staff that fits under the armpit and reaches to the ground; used by disabled person while walking crutch n anything that serves as an expedient crux n a small conspicuous constellation in the southern hemisphere in the Milky Way near Centaurus crux n the most important point cry n a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition outcry,call,yell,shout cry n a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate) yell cry n a slogan used to rally support for a cause watchword cry n a fit of weeping cry v utter a sudden loud cry shout,call,yell,scream,holler,hollo,squall cry v shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain weep laugh cry v utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy exclaim,outcry,shout cry v proclaim or announce in public crybaby n a person who lacks confidence, is irresolute and wishy-washy wimp,chicken crybaby n a person given to excessive complaints and crying and whining whiner,complainer,moaner crying n the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds) weeping,tears crying adj demanding attention clamant,exigent,insistent,instant crying adj conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible egregious,flagrant,glaring,gross,rank cryogenic adj of or relating to very low temperatures cryogenics n the branch of physics that studies the phenomena that occur at very low temperatures cryolite n a white mineral consisting of fluorides of aluminum and sodium; a source of fluorine crypt n a cellar or vault or underground burial chamber (especially beneath a church) cryptanalyst n decoder skilled in the analysis of codes and cryptograms cryptic adj of an obscure nature deep,inscrutable,mysterious,mystifying cryptic adj having a secret or hidden meaning cryptic adj having a puzzling terseness crystal n a solid formed by the solidification of a chemical and having a highly regular atomic structure crystal n a crystalline element used as a component in various electronic devices crystal n a rock formed by the solidification of a substance; has regularly repeating internal structure; external plane faces crystal n colorless glass made of almost pure silica quartz crystalline adj consisting of or containing or of the nature of crystals crystalline adj distinctly or sharply outlined crystalline adj transmitting light; able to be seen through with clarity lucid,transparent crystallize v cause to take on a definite and clear shape crystallize v make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear clear,enlighten,illuminate,elucidate crystallize v cause to form crystals or assume crystalline form crystallize v assume crystalline form; become crystallized crystallized adj having become fixed and definite in form crystallized adj having both internal structure and external form of a crystal crystallizing n the formation of crystals crystallographer n a specialist in crystallography crystallography n the branch of science that studies the formation and structure of crystals csis n Canada's main foreign intelligence agency that gathers and analyzes information to provide security intelligence for the Canadian government ct n a New England state; one of the original 13 colonies connecticut ct n a method of examining body organs by scanning them with X rays and using a computer to construct a series of cross-sectional scans along a s cat cub n an awkward and inexperienced youth greenhorn,rookie cub n a male child (a familiar term of address to a boy) lad,laddie,sonny cub n the young of certain carnivorous mammals such as the bear or wolf or lion cub v give birth to cubs cuba n a communist state in the Caribbean on the island of Cuba cuba n the largest island in the West Indies cuban n a native or inhabitant of Cuba cuban adj of or relating to or characteristic of Cuba or the people of Cuba cubby n a small secluded room cubbyhole,snug cubbyhole n a small compartment pigeonhole cubbyhole n a small secluded room cubby,snug cube n a hexahedron with six equal squares as faces cube n a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides block cube n the product of three equal terms cube n any of several tropical American woody plants of the genus Lonchocarpus whose roots are used locally as a fish poison and commercially as a cube v raise to the third power cube v cut into cubes dice cubic adj involving the cube and no higher power of a quantity or variable cubic adj having the shape of a cube; having three dimensions linear,planar cubicle n small room in which a monk or nun lives cell cubicle n small individual study area in a library carrel,stall cubicle n small area set off by walls for special use booth,stall,kiosk cubism n an artistic movement in France beginning in 1907 that featured surfaces of geometrical planes cubist n an artist who adheres to the principles of cubism cubist adj relating to or characteristic of cubism cubit n an ancient unit of length based on the length of the forearm cuckold n a man whose wife committed adultery cuckold v be sexually unfaithful to one's partner in marriage cheat,betray,wander cuckoo n a man who is a stupid incompetent fool fathead,goof,goofball,bozo,jackass,goose,twat,zany cuckoo n any of numerous European and North American birds having pointed wings and a long tail cuckoo v repeat monotonously, like a cuckoo repeats his call cuckoopint n common European arum with lanceolate spathe and short purple spadix; emerges in early spring; source of a starch called arum cucumber n a melon vine of the genus Cucumis; cultivated from earliest times for its cylindrical green fruit cucumber n cylindrical green fruit with thin green rind and white flesh eaten as a vegetable; related to melons cuke cud n food of a ruminant regurgitated to be chewed again cud n a wad of something chewable as tobacco chew,chaw,quid,plug,wad cuddle n a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace nestle,snuggle cuddle v move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position snuggle,nestle,nest,nuzzle cuddle v hold (a person or thing) close, as for affection, comfort, or warmth cuddlesome adj inviting cuddling or hugging cuddly cuddling n affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs) caressing,fondling,hugging,kissing,petting cuddly adj inviting cuddling or hugging cuddlesome cuddy n the galley or pantry of a small ship cudgel n a club that is used as a weapon cudgel v strike with a cudgel cue n an actor's line that immediately precedes and serves as a reminder for some action or speech cue n evidence that helps to solve a problem clue,clew cue n a stimulus that provides information about what to do cue n sports implement consisting of a tapering rod used to strike a cue ball in pool or billiards cue v assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned prompt,remind cuff n the lap consisting of a turned-back hem encircling the end of the sleeve or leg cuff n shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs handcuff,manacle cuff v hit with the hand whomp cuff v confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffs manacle,handcuff cufflink n jewelry consisting of one of a pair of linked buttons used to fasten the cuffs of a shirt cuisine n the practice or manner of preparing food or the food so prepared cuisse n armor plate that protects the thigh cuke n cylindrical green fruit with thin green rind and white flesh eaten as a vegetable; related to melons cucumber culex n type genus of the Culicidae: widespread genus of mosquitoes distinguished by holding the body parallel to the resting surface culinary adj of or relating to or used in cooking cull n the person or thing that is rejected or set aside as inferior in quality reject cull v remove something that has been rejected cull v look for and gather pick,pluck culm n stem of plants of the Gramineae culminate v end, especially to reach a final or climactic stage climax culminate v bring to a head or to the highest point culminate v reach the highest or most decisive point culminate v reach the highest altitude or the meridian, of a celestial body culmination n a final climactic stage apogee culmination n (astronomy) a heavenly body's highest celestial point above an observer's horizon culmination n the decisive moment in a novel or play climax culmination n a concluding action completion,closing,windup culpability n a state of guilt culpable adj deserving blame or censure as being wrong or evil or injurious blameworthy,blamable,blameful culprit n someone who perpetrates wrongdoing perpetrator cult n followers of an exclusive system of beliefs and practices cult n an interest followed with exaggerated zeal fad,craze,furor,furore,rage cult n followers of an unorthodox, extremist, or false religion or sect who often live outside of conventional society under the direction of a cha cult n a religion or sect that is generally considered to be unorthodox, extremist, or false cultist n a member of a religious cult cultist n a member of an unorthodox cult who generally lives outside of conventional society under the direction of a charismatic leader cultivar n a variety of a plant developed from a natural species and maintained under cultivation cultivate v foster the growth of cultivate v prepare for crops crop,work cultivate v teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment educate,school,train,civilize,civilise cultivate v adapt (a wild plant or unclaimed land) to the environment domesticate,naturalize,tame cultivated adj (of land or fields) prepared for raising crops by plowing or fertilizing cultivated adj no longer in the natural state; developed by human care and for human use cultivated adj marked by refinement in taste and manners civilized,civilised,cultured,genteel,polite cultivation n socialization through training and education to develop one's mind or manners cultivation n (agriculture) production of food by preparing the land to grow crops (especially on a large scale) cultivation n a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality polish,refinement,culture,finish cultivation n the process of fostering the growth of something cultural adj of or relating to the arts and manners that a group favors cultural adj denoting or deriving from or distinctive of the ways of living built up by a group of people ethnic,ethnical cultural adj of or relating to the shared knowledge and values of a society cultural adj relating to the raising of plants or animals culturally adv with regard to a culture culture n a particular society at a particular time and place civilization,civilisation culture n the tastes in art and manners that are favored by a social group culture n all the knowledge and values shared by a society culture n (biology) the growing of microorganisms in a nutrient medium (such as gelatin or agar) culture v grow in a special preparation cultured adj marked by refinement in taste and manners civilized,civilised,cultivated,genteel,polite cultus n a system of religious beliefs and rituals cult culvert n a transverse and totally enclosed drain under a road or railway cum n the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract semen,seed,ejaculate,come cumber v restrict (someone or something) so as to make free movement difficult restrain,encumber cumberland n English general; son of George II; fought unsuccessfully in the battle of Fontenoy (1721-1765) cumberland n a river that rises in southeastern Kentucky and flows westward through northern Tennessee to become a tributary of the Ohio River in southwe cumbersome adj difficult to handle or use especially because of size or weight cumbrous cumbersome adj not elegant or graceful in expression awkward,clumsy,inept cumbrous adj difficult to handle or use especially because of size or weight cumbersome cumfrey n perennial herbs of Europe and Iran; make rapidly growing groundcover for shaded areas comfrey cumin n dwarf Mediterranean annual long cultivated for its aromatic seeds cumin n aromatic seeds of the cumin herb of the carrot family cummings n United States writer noted for his typographically eccentric poetry (1894-1962) cumulative adj increasing by successive addition accumulative cumulatively adv in a cumulative manner cumulus n a globular cloud cumulus n a collection of objects laid on top of each other pile,heap,mound,agglomerate cuneiform n an ancient wedge-shaped script used in Mesopotamia and Persia cuneiform adj shaped like a wedge cuneiform adj of or relating to the tarsal bones (or other wedge-shaped bones) cunnilingus n oral stimulation of the vulva or clitoris cunning n shrewdness as demonstrated by being skilled in deception craft,guile,slyness cunning n crafty artfulness (especially in deception) cunning adj attractive especially by means of smallness or prettiness or quaintness cute cunning adj marked by skill in deception crafty,dodgy,foxy,slick,sly,tricky,wily cunning adj showing inventiveness and skill clever,ingenious cunningham n United States dancer and choreographer (born in 1922) cunt n a person (usually but not necessarily a woman) who is thoroughly disliked bitch cunt n obscene terms for female genitals puss,pussy,slit,snatch,twat cup n a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle cup n the quantity a cup will hold cup n any cup-shaped concavity cup n a United States liquid unit equal to 8 fluid ounces cup v form into the shape of a cup cup v put into a cup cup v treat by applying evacuated cups to the patient's skin transfuse cupbearer n the attendant (usually an officer of a nobleman's household) whose duty is to fill and serve cups of wine cupboard n a small room (or recess) or cabinet used for storage space closet cupcake n small cake baked in a muffin tin cupel n a small porous bowl made of bone ash used in assaying to separate precious metals from e.g. lead cupid n (Roman mythology) god of love; counterpart of Greek Eros amor cupid n a symbol for love in the form of a cherubic naked boy with wings and a bow and arrow cupidity n extreme greed for material wealth avarice,covetousness cupola n a vertical cylindrical furnace for melting iron for casting cupola n a roof in the form of a dome cuppa n a cup of tea cupper cupper n a cup of tea cuppa cupping n a treatment in which evacuated cups are applied to the skin to draw blood through the surface cur n an inferior dog or one of mixed breed mongrel,mutt cur n a cowardly and despicable person curable adj able to be cured or healed incurable curable adj capable of being hardened by some additive or other agent curacao n a popular island resort in the Netherlands Antilles curacao n flavored with sour orange peel curare n a toxic alkaloid found in certain tropical South American trees that is a powerful relaxant for striated muscles curate n a person authorized to conduct religious worship minister,parson,pastor,rector curative n a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain remedy,cure,therapeutic curative adj tending to cure or restore to health healing,remedial,therapeutic curator n the custodian of a collection (as a museum or library) conservator curatorial adj of or relating to a curator or the duties of a curator curb n an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter) curbing,kerb curb n a horse's bit with an attached chain or strap to check the horse curb n a stock exchange in New York amex curb n the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess bridle,check curb v lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits control,hold,contain,check,moderate curb v keep to the curb curb v place restrictions on restrict,curtail curbing n an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter) curb,kerb curbstone n a paving stone forming part of a curb curd n a coagulated liquid resembling milk curd curd n coagulated milk; used to make cheese curdle v turn into curds clabber,clot homogenize curdle v go bad or sour curdle v turn from a liquid to a solid mass cure n a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain remedy,curative,therapeutic cure v provide a cure for, make healthy again heal cure v prepare by drying, salting, or chemical processing in order to preserve cure v make (substances) hard and improve their usability cure v be or become preserved cured adj freed from illness or injury healed,recovered cured adj (used of rubber) treated by a chemical or physical process to improve its properties (hardness and strength and odor and elasticity) cured adj (used of concrete or mortar) kept moist to assist the hardening cured adj (used of hay e.g.) allowed to dry curfew n the time that the curfew signal is sounded curfew n a signal (usually a bell) announcing the start of curfew restrictions curfew n an order that after a specific time certain activities (as being outside on the streets) are prohibited curia n (Roman Catholic Church) the central administration governing the Roman Catholic Church curie n a unit of radioactivity equal to the amount of a radioactive isotope that decays at the rate of 37,000,000,000 disintegrations per second curie n French physicist; husband of Marie Curie (1859-1906) curie n French chemist (born in Poland) who won two Nobel prizes; one (with her husband and Henri Becquerel) for research on radioactivity and anoth curing n the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization hardening,solidifying,set curio n something unusual -- perhaps worthy of collecting curiosity,oddity,peculiarity,rarity curiosity n a state in which you want to learn more about something wonder curiosity n something unusual -- perhaps worthy of collecting curio,oddity,peculiarity,rarity curious adj beyond or deviating from the usual or expected funny,odd,peculiar,queer,rum,rummy,singular curious adj eager to investigate and learn or learn more (sometimes about others' concerns) curiously adv in a manner differing from the usual or expected inexplicably,oddly,peculiarly curiously adv with curiosity curl n a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals) coil,whorl,roll,curlicue,ringlet,gyre,scroll curl n American chemist who with Richard Smalley and Harold Kroto discovered fullerenes and opened a new branch of chemistry (born in 1933) curl n a strand or cluster of hair lock,ringlet,whorl curl v form a curl, curve, or kink curve,kink curl v shape one's body into a curl curl v wind around something in coils or loops coil,loop curl v twist or roll into coils or ringlets wave curled adj (of hair) making curls or having been made to curl curling curler n a mechanical device consisting of a cylindrical tube around which the hair is wound to curl it roller,crimper curlew n large migratory shorebirds of the sandpiper family; closely related to woodcocks but having a down-curved bill curlicue n a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals) coil,whorl,roll,curl,ringlet,gyre,scroll curlicue n a short twisting line squiggle curling n a game played on ice in which heavy stones with handles are slid toward a target curling adj (of hair) making curls or having been made to curl curled curly adj (of hair) having curls or waves straight curmudgeon n a crusty irascible cantankerous old person full of stubborn ideas currant n any of several tart red or black berries used primarily for jellies and jams currant n any of various deciduous shrubs of the genus Ribes bearing currants currant n small dried seedless raisin grown in the Mediterranean region and California; used in cooking currency n the metal or paper medium of exchange that is presently used currency n general acceptance or use currency n the property of belonging to the present time current n a flow of electricity through a conductor current n a steady flow of a fluid (usually from natural causes) stream current n dominant course (suggestive of running water) of successive events or ideas stream,flow current adj occurring in or belonging to the present time currently adv at this time or period; now presently curricular adj of or relating to an academic course of study curriculum n an integrated course of academic studies program,programme,syllabus currier n United States lithographer who (with his partner James Ives) produced thousands of prints signed `Currier & Ives' (1813-1888) currier n a craftsman who curries leather for use curry n (East Indian cookery) a pungent dish of vegetables or meats flavored with curry powder and usually eaten with rice curry v season with a mixture of spices; typical of Indian cooking curry v treat by incorporating fat curry v give a neat appearance to dress,groom curse n profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger expletive,oath,swearing,cuss curse n an appeal to some supernatural power to inflict evil on someone or some group execration,condemnation curse n an evil spell hex,jinx,whammy curse n something causing misery or death bane,scourge,nemesis curse v utter obscenities or profanities cuss,blaspheme,swear curse v heap obscenities upon curse v wish harm upon; invoke evil upon damn bless curse v exclude from a church or a religious community excommunicate cursed adj deserving a curse; sometimes used as an intensifier curst blessed cursed adj in danger of the eternal punishment of Hell damned,doomed,unredeemed cursor n (computer science) indicator consisting of a movable spot of light (an icon) on a visual display; moving it allows the user to point to comm pointer cursory adj hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough casual,passing,perfunctory,superficial curst adj deserving a curse; sometimes used as an intensifier cursed curt adj marked by rude or peremptory shortness brusque,short curt adj brief and to the point; effectively cut short crisp,laconic,terse curtail v place restrictions on restrict,curb curtail v terminate or abbreviate before its intended or proper end or its full extent clip curtailment n the temporal property of being cut short curtailment n the act of withholding or withdrawing some book or writing from publication or circulation suppression curtailment n the reduction of expenditures in order to become financially stable retrenchment,downsizing curtain n hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window) drape,drapery,mantle,pall curtain n any barrier to communication or vision curtain v provide with drapery curtis n English botanical writer and publisher (1746-1799) curtly adv in a curt, abrupt and discourteous manner short,shortly curtsy n bending the knees; a gesture of respect made by women curtsy v bend the knees in a gesture of respectful greeting curtsy v make a curtsy; usually done only by girls and women; as a sign of respect bob curvature n (medicine) a curving or bending; often abnormal curvature n the rate of change (at a point) of the angle between a curve and a tangent to the curve curvature n the property possessed by the curving of a line or surface curve curve n the trace of a point whose direction of motion changes curve n a line on a graph representing data curve n a pitch of a baseball that is thrown with spin so that its path curves as it approaches the batter bender curve n the property possessed by the curving of a line or surface curvature curve v turn sharply; change direction abruptly swerve,sheer,trend,veer,slue,slew,cut curve v extend in curves and turns wind,twist curve v form an arch or curve arch,arc curve v bend or cause to bend crook curved adj having or marked by a curve or smoothly rounded bend curving straight curvet n a light leap by a horse in which both hind legs leave the ground before the forelegs come down vaulting curvet v perform a leap where both hind legs come off the ground, of a horse curving adj having or marked by a curve or smoothly rounded bend curved curvy adj having curves curvy adj (of a woman's body) having a large bosom and pleasing curves busty,buxom,stacked,voluptuous cuscus n woolly-haired monkey-like arboreal marsupial of New Guinea and northern Australia cushat n Eurasian pigeon with white patches on wings and neck cushing n United States neurologist noted for his study of the brain and pituitary gland and who identified Cushing's syndrome (1869-1939) cushion n a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses shock cushion n the layer of air that supports a hovercraft or similar vehicle cushion n a soft bag filled with air or a mass of padding such as feathers or foam rubber etc. cushion v protect from impact buffer,soften cushioned adj softened by the addition of cushions or padding padded cushioning n artifact consisting of soft or resilient material used to fill or give shape or protect or add comfort padding cushitic n a group of languages spoken in Ethiopia and Somalia and northwestern Kenya and adjacent regions cushy adj not burdensome or demanding; borne or done easily and without hardship soft,easygoing cusk n the lean flesh of a cod-like fish of North Atlantic waters cusk n large edible marine fish of northern coastal waters; related to cod torsk cusk n elongate freshwater cod of northern Europe and Asia and North America having barbels around its mouth burbot,eelpout,ling cusp n point formed by two intersecting arcs (as from the intrados of a Gothic arch) cusp n a thin triangular flap of a heart valve leaflet cusp n small elevation on the grinding surface of a tooth cuss n a persistently annoying person pest,blighter,gadfly cuss n a boy or man chap,fellow,feller,fella,lad,gent,blighter,bloke cuss n profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger curse,expletive,oath,swearing cuss v utter obscenities or profanities curse,blaspheme,swear cussed adj stubbornly persistent in wrongdoing obdurate,obstinate,unrepentant custard n sweetened mixture of milk and eggs baked or boiled or frozen custer n United States general who was killed along with all his command by the Sioux at the Battle of Little Bighorn (1839-1876) custodial adj providing protective supervision; watching over or safeguarding tutelar custodian n one having charge of buildings or grounds or animals keeper,steward custody n a state of being confined (usually for a short time) detention,detainment,hold custody n holding by the police custody n (with `in') guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child hands custom n accepted or habitual practice usage custom n a specific practice of long standing tradition custom n money collected under a tariff customs custom n habitual patronage custom adj made according to the specifications of an individual customarily adv by custom; according to common practice customary adj in accordance with convention or custom customary adj commonly used or practiced; usual accustomed,habitual,wonted customer n someone who pays for goods or services client customs n money collected under a tariff custom cut n a share of the profits cut n (film) an immediate transition from one shot to the next cut n a trench resembling a furrow that was made by erosion or excavation gash cut n a step on some scale cut v separate with or as if with an instrument cut v cut down on; make a reduction in reduce,trim cut v turn sharply; change direction abruptly swerve,sheer,curve,trend,veer,slue,slew cut v make an incision or separation cut adj separated into parts or laid open or penetrated with a sharp edge or instrument uncut cut adj fashioned or shaped by cutting uncut cut adj with parts removed shortened cut adj made neat and tidy by trimming trimmed cutaneous adj relating to or existing on or affecting the skin dermal cutaway n a representation (drawing or model) of something in which the outside is omitted to reveal the inner parts cutaway n a man's coat cut diagonally from the waist to the back of the knees cutback n a reduction in quantity or rate cute adj attractive especially by means of smallness or prettiness or quaintness cunning cute adj obviously contrived to charm precious cuteness n the quality of being appealing in a delicate or graceful way (of a girl or young woman) cuticle n the dead skin at the base of a fingernail or toenail cuticle n the outer layer of the skin covering the exterior body surface of vertebrates epidermis cuticle n hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles carapace,shell,shield cutis n a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch skin cutlass n a short heavy curved sword with one edge; formerly used by sailors cutler n a dealer in cutlery cutlery n a cutting implement; a tool for cutting cutter cutlery n tableware implements for cutting and eating food cutlet n thin slice of meat (especially veal) usually fried or broiled scallop cutoff n a designated limit beyond which something cannot function or must be terminated cutoff n a route shorter than the usual one shortcut,crosscut cutoff n a device that terminates the flow in a pipe cutout n a switch that interrupts an electric circuit in the event of an overload cutout n a photograph from which the background has been cut away cutout n a part that is cut out or is intended to be cut out cutpurse n a thief who steals from the pockets or purses of others in public places pickpocket,dip cutter n someone who cuts or carves stone stonecutter cutter n someone who carves the meat carver cutter n someone whose work is cutting (as e.g. cutting cloth for garments) cutter n a boat for communication between ship and shore tender cutthroat n someone who murders by cutting the victim's throat cutthroat adj ruthless in competition fierce cutting n the activity of selecting the scenes to be shown and putting them together to create a film cutting n a part (sometimes a root or leaf or bud) removed from a plant to propagate a new plant through rooting or grafting slip cutting n the act of cutting something into parts cut cutting n a piece cut off from the main part of something cutting adj (of speech) harsh or hurtful in tone or character edged,stinging cutting adj unpleasantly cold and damp bleak,raw cutting adj painful as if caused by a sharp instrument keen,knifelike,piercing,stabbing cuttle n ten-armed oval-bodied cephalopod with narrow fins as long as the body and a large calcareous internal shell cuttlefish cuttlefish n ten-armed oval-bodied cephalopod with narrow fins as long as the body and a large calcareous internal shell cuttle cutworm n North American moth whose larvae feed on young plant stems cutting them off at the ground cuzco n a town in the Andes in southern Peru; formerly the capital of the Inca empire cv n a summary of your academic and work history resume cv adj being five more than one hundred cwm n a steep-walled semicircular basin in a mountain; may contain a lake cirque,corrie cyan n a primary subtractive color for light; has a blue-green color cyan adj of a bluish shade of green teal cyanide n any of a class of organic compounds containing the cyano radical -CN nitrile cyanide n an extremely poisonous salt of hydrocyanic acid cybernation n the control of processes by computer cybernetic adj of or relating the principles of cybernetics cyberpunk n a programmer who breaks into computer systems in order to steal or change or destroy information as a form of cyber-terrorism cyberpunk n a writer of science fiction set in a lawless subculture of an oppressive society dominated by computer technology cyberpunk n a genre of fast-paced science fiction involving oppressive futuristic computerized societies cyberspace n a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmiss internet,net cyborg n a human being whose body has been taken over in whole or in part by electromechanical devices cycad n any tropical gymnosperm of the order Cycadales; having unbranched stems with a crown of fernlike leaves cyclamen n Mediterranean plant widely cultivated as a houseplant for its showy dark green leaves splotched with silver and nodding white or pink to red cycle n an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs rhythm,round cycle n a series of poems or songs on the same theme cycle n a periodically repeated sequence of events cycle n the unit of frequency; one hertz has a periodic interval of one second (named for Heinrich Rudolph Hertz) hertz,cps cycle v cause to go through a recurring sequence cycle v pass through a cycle cycle v ride a motorcycle motorbike,motorcycle cycle v ride a bicycle bicycle,bike,pedal,wheel cyclic adj conforming to the Carnot cycle cyclic adj forming a whorl or having parts arranged in a whorl cyclic adj of a compound having atoms arranged in a ring structure cyclic adj recurring in cycles cyclical cyclical adj recurring in cycles cyclic cycling n the sport of traveling on a bicycle or motorcycle cyclist n a person who rides a bicycle bicyclist,wheeler,biker cyclone n (meteorology) rapid inward circulation of air masses about a low pressure center; circling counterclockwise in the northern hemisphere and c anticyclone cyclone n a violent rotating windstorm cyclopean adj of or relating to or resembling the Cyclops cyclops n (Greek mythology) one of a group of giants having a single eye in the middle of their forehead cyclops n minute free-swimming freshwater copepod having a large median eye and pear-shaped body and long antennae used in swimming; important in some cyclostome n primitive aquatic vertebrate cyclotron n an accelerator that imparts energies of several million electron-volts to rapidly moving particles cydonia n quince cygnus n a constellation in the northern hemisphere between Pegasus and Draco in the Milky Way; contains a black hole cygnus n a genus of Anatidae cylinder n a solid bounded by a cylindrical surface and two parallel planes (the bases) cylinder n a surface generated by rotating a parallel line around a fixed line cylinder n a chamber within which piston moves cylinder n a cylindrical container for oxygen or compressed air cylindrical adj having the form of a cylinder cymbal n a percussion instrument consisting of a concave brass disk; makes a loud crashing sound when hit with a drumstick or when two are struck tog cynara n artichoke; cardoon cynic n someone who is critical of the motives of others cynic n a member of a group of ancient Greek philosophers who advocated the doctrine that virtue is the only good and that the essence of virtue is cynical adj believing the worst of human nature and motives; having a sneering disbelief in e.g. selflessness of others cynically adv with cynicism; in a cynical manner cynicism n a cynical feeling of distrust cynosure n something that provides guidance (as Polaris guides mariners) cynosure n something that strongly attracts attention and admiration cynthia n (Greek mythology) the virgin goddess of the hunt and the Moon; daughter of Leto and twin sister of Apollo; identified with Roman Diana artemis cypher n a mathematical element that when added to another number yields the same number zero,nought,cipher cypher n a quantity of no importance nothing,nil,nix,nada,null,aught,cipher,naught cypher n a person of no influence cipher,nobody,nonentity cypher n a secret method of writing cipher cypher v convert ordinary language into code code,cipher,encrypt,inscribe cypher v make a mathematical calculation or computation calculate,cipher,compute,reckon,figure cypress n wood of any of various cypress trees especially of the genus Cupressus cypress n any of numerous evergreen conifers of the genus Cupressus of north temperate regions having dark scalelike leaves and rounded cones cyprian n a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money prostitute,whore,harlot,bawd,tart cyprian n a native or inhabitant of Cyprus cyprian adj of or relating to Cyprus or its people or culture cyprian adj resembling the ancient orgiastic worship of Aphrodite on Cyprus cyprus n a country on the island of Cyprus; 80% of the people are of Greek origin and 20% or Turkish origin cyprus n an island in the eastern Mediterranean cyril n Greek missionary; the invention of the Cyrillic alphabet is attributed to him (826-869) cyrilla n shrub or small tree of southeastern United States to West Indies and Brazil; grown for the slender racemes of white flowers and orange and c leatherwood cyrillic n an alphabet derived from the Greek alphabet and used for writing Slavic languages (Russian, Bulgarian, Serbian, Ukrainian, and some other Sl cyrillic adj relating to or written in the alphabet used for writing Slavic languages cyrus n Persian prince who was defeated in battle by his brother Artaxerxes II (424-401 BC) cyst n a closed sac that develops abnormally in some body structure cyst n a small anatomically normal sac or bladderlike structure (especially one containing fluid) vesicle cystic adj of or relating to a normal cyst (as the gallbladder or urinary bladder) cystic adj of or relating to or resembling a cyst cytherea n goddess of love and beauty and daughter of Zeus in ancient mythology; identified with Roman Venus aphrodite cytology n the branch of biology that studies the structure and function of cells cytoplasm n the protoplasm of a cell excluding the nucleus; is full of proteins that control cell metabolism cytoplasmic adj of or relating to cytoplasm czar n a male monarch or emperor (especially of Russia prior to 1917) tsar czar n a person having great power czarist adj of or relating to or characteristic of a czar czech n a native of inhabitant of the Czech Republic czech n a native or inhabitant of the former republic of Czechoslovakia czechoslovakian,czechoslovak czech n the Slavic language of Czechs czech adj of or relating to Czechoslovakia or its people or their language czechoslovakian czechoslovak n a native or inhabitant of the former republic of Czechoslovakia czechoslovakian,czech czechoslovakia n a former republic in central Europe; divided into Czech Republic and Slovakia in 1993 czechoslovakian n a native or inhabitant of the former republic of Czechoslovakia czechoslovak,czech czechoslovakian adj of or relating to Czechoslovakia or its people or their language czech d n a fat-soluble vitamin that prevents rickets d n the cardinal number that is the product of one hundred and five d n the 4th letter of the Roman alphabet d adj denoting a quantity consisting of 500 items or units da n an official prosecutor for a judicial district dab n a light touch or stroke tap,pat dab n a small quantity of something moist or liquid splash,splatter dab v apply (usually a liquid) to a surface swab dab v hit lightly pat dabble v dip a foot or hand briefly into a liquid dabble v play in or as if in water, as of small children paddle dabble v work with in an amateurish manner smatter dabble v bob forward and under so as to feed off the bottom of a body of water dabbled adj covered with bright patches (often used in combination) spattered,splashed,splattered dabbler n an amateur who engages in an activity without serious intentions and who pretends to have knowledge dilettante dabbler n any of numerous shallow-water ducks that feed by upending and dabbling dabchick n small European grebe dace n small European freshwater fish with a slender bluish-green body dacha n Russian country house dachau n a concentration camp for Jews created by the Nazis near Munich in southern Germany dachshund n small long-bodied short-legged German breed of dog having a short sleek coat and long drooping ears; suited for following game into burrows dacoit n a member of an armed gang of robbers dactyl n a metrical unit with stressed-unstressed-unstressed syllables dactyl n a finger or toe in human beings or corresponding body part in other vertebrates digit dad n an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk dada,daddy,pa,papa,pappa,pop dada n an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk dad,daddy,pa,papa,pappa,pop dada n a nihilistic art movement (especially in painting) that flourished in Europe early in the 20th century; based on irrationality and negation daddy n an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk dad,dada,pa,papa,pappa,pop dado n panel forming the lower part of an interior wall when it is finished differently from the rest of the wall wainscot dado n the section of a pedestal between the base and the surbase dado n a rectangular groove cut into a board so that another piece can fit into it dado v provide with a dado dado v cut a dado into or fit into a dado daedal n (Greek mythology) an Athenian inventor who built the labyrinth of Minos; to escape the labyrinth he fashioned wings for himself and his son daedalus daedal adj complex and ingenious in design or function daedalus n (Greek mythology) an Athenian inventor who built the labyrinth of Minos; to escape the labyrinth he fashioned wings for himself and his son daedal daemon n an evil supernatural being devil,fiend,demon,daimon daemon n a person who is part mortal and part god demigod daffodil n any of numerous varieties of Narcissus plants having showy often yellow flowers with a trumpet-shaped central crown daft adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,bats,batty,bonkers,buggy,cracked,crackers daftness n informal terms for insanity craziness dag n 10 grams dag n a flap along the edge of a garment; used in medieval clothing jag dagger n a short knife with a pointed blade used for piercing or stabbing sticker dagger n a character used in printing to indicate a cross reference or footnote obelisk dah n the longer of the two telegraphic signals used in Morse code dash dahl n tropical woody herb with showy yellow flowers and flat pods; much cultivated in the tropics dahl n small highly nutritious seed of the tropical pigeon-pea plant dahlia n any of several plants of or developed from the species Dahlia pinnata having tuberous roots and showy rayed variously colored flower heads; daikon n radish of Japan with a long hard durable root eaten raw or cooked radish dail n the lower house of the parliament of the Irish Republic daily n a newspaper that is published every day daily adj of or belonging to or occurring every day daily adj appropriate for ordinary or routine occasions casual,everyday daily adv every day; without missing a day daily adv gradually and progressively daimon n an evil supernatural being devil,fiend,demon,daemon daintily adv in a dainty and fastidious manner daintily adv in a delicate manner dainty n something considered choice to eat delicacy,goody,kickshaw,treat dainty adj delicately beautiful exquisite dainty adj especially pleasing to the taste dainty adj excessively fastidious and easily disgusted nice,prissy,squeamish daiquiri n a cocktail made with rum and lime or lemon juice dairy n a farm where dairy products are produced dairying n the business of a dairy dais n a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it podium,pulpit,rostrum,stump,soapbox daisy n any of numerous composite plants having flower heads with well-developed ray flowers usually arranged in a single whorl dak n East Indian tree bearing a profusion of intense vermilion velvet-textured blooms and yielding a yellow dye dakar n the capital and chief port and largest city of Senegal dakota n a member of the Siouan people of the northern Mississippi valley; commonly called the Sioux dakota n the area of the states of North Dakota and South Dakota dakota n the Siouan language spoken by the Dakota dal n a metric unit of volume or capacity equal to 10 liters dale n an open river valley (in a hilly area) daleth n the 4th letter of the Hebrew alphabet dali n surrealist Spanish painter (1904-1989) dallas n a large commercial and industrial city in northeastern Texas located in the heart of the northern Texas oil fields dalliance n the deliberate act of delaying and playing instead of working dawdling,trifling dalliance n playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest flirt,flirting,flirtation,toying dally v behave carelessly or indifferently toy,play,flirt dally v waste time dawdle dally v talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions flirt,butterfly,romance,philander,mash dally v consider not very seriously trifle,play dalmatian n a native or inhabitant of Dalmatia dalmatian n a large breed having a smooth white coat with black or brown spots; originated in Dalmatia dalmatian adj of or relating to Dalmatia or its inhabitants dalton n English chemist and physicist who formulated atomic theory and the law of partial pressures; gave the first description of red-green color b dam n a barrier constructed to contain the flow of water or to keep out the sea dike dam n a metric unit of length equal to ten meters dam n female parent of an animal especially domestic livestock dam v obstruct with, or as if with, a dam dama n fallow deer damage n the occurrence of a change for the worse harm,impairment damage n loss of military equipment damage n the act of damaging something or someone harm,hurt,scathe damage n the amount of money needed to purchase something price,terms damage v inflict damage upon damage v suffer or be susceptible to damage damaged adj harmed or injured or spoiled undamaged damaged adj being unjustly brought into disrepute discredited damages n a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury amends,indemnity,indemnification,restitution,redress damaging adj (sometimes followed by `to') causing harm or injury detrimental,prejudicial damaging adj designed or tending to discredit, especially without positive or helpful suggestions negative damascus n an ancient city (widely regarded as the world's oldest) and present capital and largest city of Syria; according to the New Testament, the A damask n a table linen made from linen with a damask pattern damask n a fabric of linen or cotton or silk or wool with a reversible pattern woven into it damask adj having a woven pattern dame n informal terms for a (young) woman doll,wench,skirt,chick,bird dame n a woman of refinement madam,ma'am,lady,gentlewoman damn n something of little value darn,hoot,shit,shucks damn v wish harm upon; invoke evil upon curse damn adj used as expletives goddamn damn adj expletives used informally as intensifiers blasted,blame,blamed,blessed,damned,darned,deuced,goddam damn adv extremely bloody damnable adj deserving a curse execrable damnation n the act of damning damnation n the state of being condemned to eternal punishment in Hell damned n people who are condemned to eternal punishment damned adj expletives used informally as intensifiers blasted,blame,blamed,blessed,damn,darned,deuced,goddam damned adj in danger of the eternal punishment of Hell cursed,doomed,unredeemed damned adv in a damnable manner damning adj threatening with damnation damocles n the Greek courtier to Dionysius the Elder who (according to legend) was condemned to sit under a naked sword that was suspended by a hair in damon n the friend of Phintias who pledged his life that Phintias would return (4th century BC) damozel n a young unmarried woman damsel damp n a slight wetness dampness damp v deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping muffle,mute,dull,dampen damp v restrain or discourage damp v make vague or obscure or make (an image) less visible dampen,deaden damp v lessen in force or effect dampen,soften,weaken,break damp adj slightly wet dampish,moist dampen v suppress or constrain so as to lessen in intensity stifle dampen v make moist moisten,wash dampen v deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping muffle,mute,dull,damp dampen v reduce the amplitude (of oscillations or waves) dampening n the act of making something slightly wet damper n a movable iron plate that regulates the draft in a stove or chimney or furnace damper n a device that decreases the amplitude of electronic, mechanical, acoustical, or aerodynamic oscillations muffler damper n a depressing restraint dampish adj slightly wet damp,moist damply adv in a damp manner dampness n a slight wetness damp damsel n a young unmarried woman damozel damson n dark purple plum of the damson tree dana n Celtic goddess who was the mother of the Tuatha De Danann; identified with the Welsh Don danaid n large tropical butterfly with degenerate forelegs and an unpleasant taste dance n an artistic form of nonverbal communication dance n a party of people assembled for dancing dance n taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music dancing dance n a party for social dancing dance v move in a graceful and rhythmical way dance v move in a pattern; usually to musical accompaniment; do or perform a dance dance v skip, leap, or move up and down or sideways dancer n a performer who dances professionally dancer n a person who participates in a social gathering arranged for dancing (as a ball) dancing n taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music dance dandelion n any of several herbs of the genus Taraxacum having long tap roots and deeply notched leaves and bright yellow flowers followed by fluffy see dander n small scales from animal skins or hair or bird feathers that can cause allergic reactions in some people dander n a feeling of anger and animosity hackles dandle v move (a baby) up and down in one's arms or on one's knees dandle v pet dandruff n a condition in which white scales of dead skin are shed by the scalp dandruff n loose scales shed from the scalp dandy n a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance dude,fop,gallant,sheik,beau,swell,clotheshorse dandy n a sailing vessel with two masts; a small mizzen is aft of the rudderpost yawl dandy adj very good bully,corking,cracking,great,groovy,keen,neat,nifty dandyism n the manner and dress of a fop or dandy dane n a native or inhabitant of Denmark danger n the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury safety danger n a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury risk,peril danger n a cause of pain or injury or loss danger n a dangerous place dangerous adj involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm unsafe safe dangerous adj causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm grave,grievous,serious,severe dangerously adv in a dangerous manner perilously dangerousness n the quality of not being safe dangle v hang freely swing,drop dangle v cause to dangle or hang freely dangleberry n huckleberry of the eastern United States with pink flowers and sweet blue fruit dangling n the act of suspending something (hanging it from above so it moves freely) suspension,hanging daniel n (Old Testament) a youth who was taken into the court of Nebuchadnezzar and given divine protection when thrown into a den of lions (6th cent daniel n a wise and upright judge daniel n an Old Testament book that tells of the apocalyptic visions and the experiences of Daniel in the court of Nebuchadnezzar danish n a Scandinavian language that is the official language of Denmark danish n light sweet yeast-raised roll usually filled with fruits or cheese danish adj of or relating to or characteristic of Denmark or the Danes or their language dank adj unpleasantly cool and humid clammy dante n an Italian poet famous for writing the Divine Comedy that describes a journey through Hell and purgatory and paradise guided by Virgil and h danton n French revolutionary leader who stormed the Paris bastille and who supported the execution of Louis XVI but was guillotined by Robespierre f danube n the 2nd longest European river (after the Volga); flows from southwestern Germany to the Black Sea danzig n a port city of northern Poland near the mouth of the Vistula River on a gulf of the Baltic Sea; a member of the Hanseatic League in the 14th gdansk daphne n any of several ornamental shrubs with shiny mostly evergreen leaves and clusters of small bell-shaped flowers daphne n (Greek mythology) a nymph who was transformed into a laurel tree to escape the amorous Apollo dapper adj marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners dashing,jaunty,natty,raffish,rakish,spiffy,snappy,spruce dard n any of a group of Indic languages spoken in Kashmir and eastern Afghanistan and northern Pakistan dardic dardic n any of a group of Indic languages spoken in Kashmir and eastern Afghanistan and northern Pakistan dard dare n a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy daring dare v take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission presume dare v to be courageous enough to try or do something dare v challenge defy daredevil n a reckless impetuous irresponsible person madcap,lunatic daredevil adj presumptuously daring darfur n an impoverished region of western Sudan daring n a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy dare daring n the trait of being willing to undertake things that involve risk or danger boldness daring adj disposed to venture or take risks audacious,venturesome daring adj radically new or original darjeeling n a fine variety of black tea grown in northern India dark n absence of light or illumination darkness light dark n absence of moral or spiritual values wickedness,darkness dark n an unilluminated area darkness,shadow dark n the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside night,nighttime dark adj devoid of or deficient in light or brightness; shadowed or black light dark adj (used of color) having a dark hue light dark adj brunet (used of hair or skin or eyes) dark adj stemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable black,sinister darken v become dark or darker lighten darken v tarnish or stain darken v make dark or darker brighten darkened adj (of fabrics and paper) grown dark in color over time darkened adj become or made dark by lack of light darkening n changing to a darker color blackening darkening adj becoming dark or darker as from waning light or clouding over darkling adj uncannily or threateningly dark or obscure darkling adj (poetic) occurring in the dark or night darkly adv without light darkly adv in a dark glowering menacing manner darkness n absence of light or illumination dark darkness n an unilluminated area dark,shadow darkness n absence of moral or spiritual values wickedness,dark darkness n an unenlightened state dark darkroom n a room in which photographs are developed darling n a special loved one favorite,favourite,pet,dearie,deary,ducky darling n an Australian river; tributary of the Murray River darling adj dearly loved beloved,dear darn n something of little value damn,hoot,shit,shucks darn n sewing that repairs a worn or torn hole (especially in a garment) mend,patch darn v repair by sewing darned adj expletives used informally as intensifiers blasted,blame,blamed,blessed,damn,damned,deuced,goddam darnel n weedy annual grass often occurs in grainfields and other cultivated land; seeds sometimes considered poisonous tare,cheat darner n a person who mends by darning darpa n the central research and development organization for the United States Department of Defense; responsible for developing new surveillance t darrow n United States lawyer famous for his defense of lost causes (1857-1938) dart n a small narrow pointed missile that is thrown or shot dart n a tapered tuck made in dressmaking dart n a sudden quick movement flit dart v move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart flit,flutter,fleet dart v run or move very quickly or hastily dash,scoot,scud,flash,shoot dart v move with sudden speed dartboard n a circular board of wood or cork used as the target in the game of darts darter n fish-eating bird of warm inland waters having a long flexible neck and slender sharp-pointed bill darter n a person or other animal that moves abruptly and rapidly dartmouth n a college in New Hampshire darts n a game in which small pointed missiles are thrown at a dartboard darwin n English natural scientist who formulated a theory of evolution by natural selection (1809-1882) darwin n provincial capital of the Northern Territory of Australia darwinian n an advocate of Darwinism darwinian adj of or relating to Charles Darwin's theory of organic evolution darwinism n a theory of organic evolution claiming that new species arise and are perpetuated by natural selection das n any of several small ungulate mammals of Africa and Asia with rodent-like incisors and feet with hooflike toes coney,dassie dash n distinctive and stylish elegance flair,panache,style dash n a quick run sprint dash n a footrace run at top speed dash n a punctuation mark (-) used between parts of a compound word or between the syllables of a word when the word is divided at the end of a lin hyphen dash v run or move very quickly or hastily dart,scoot,scud,flash,shoot dash v break into pieces, as by striking or knocking over smash dash v hurl or thrust violently crash dash v destroy or break dashboard n protective covering consisting of a panel to protect people from the splashing water or mud etc. dashboard n instrument panel on an automobile or airplane containing dials and controls fascia dashed adj having gaps or spaces dotted dashing adj lively and spirited gallant dashing adj marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners dapper,jaunty,natty,raffish,rakish,spiffy,snappy,spruce dassie n any of several small ungulate mammals of Africa and Asia with rodent-like incisors and feet with hooflike toes coney,das dastard n a despicable coward dastard adj despicably cowardly dastardly dastardly adj despicably cowardly dastard dat n a digital tape recording of sound data n a collection of facts from which conclusions may be drawn information database n an organized body of related information date n the specified day of the month date n a participant in a date escort date n a meeting arranged in advance appointment,engagement date n the present date v go on a date with date v stamp with a date date v assign a date to; determine the (probable) date of date v date regularly; have a steady relationship with see dateable adj that can be given a date dated adj marked by features of the immediate and usually discounted past dateless adj having no known beginning and presumably no end endless dateless adj of such great duration as to preclude the possibility of being assigned a date dateless adj not bearing a date undated dateless adj unaffected by time timeless dateline n an imaginary line on the surface of the earth following (approximately) the 180th meridian dateline n a line at the beginning of a news article giving the date and place of origin of the news dispatch dateline v mark with a date and place dating n use of chemical analysis to estimate the age of geological specimens datum n an item of factual information derived from measurement or research datura n thorn apple daub n material used to daub walls daub n a blemish made by dirt smudge,spot,blot,smear,smirch,slur daub n an unskillful painting daub v coat with plaster plaster daub v apply to a surface daub v cover (a surface) by smearing (a substance) over it smear dauber n an unskilled painter daughter n a female human offspring girl son daunt v cause to lose courage dash,pall,scare daunted adj caused to show discomposure bothered,fazed daunting adj discouraging through fear intimidating dauntless adj invulnerable to fear or intimidation audacious,brave,fearless,hardy,intrepid dauphin n formerly, the eldest son of the King of France and direct heir to the throne davenport n a city in eastern Iowa on the Mississippi River across from Moline and Rock Island davenport n a small decorative writing desk davenport n a large sofa usually convertible into a bed david n patron saint of Wales (circa 520-600) david n French neoclassical painter who actively supported the French Revolution (1748-1825) david n (Old Testament) the 2nd king of the Israelites; as a young shepherd he fought Goliath (a giant Philistine warrior) and killed him by hitting davis n English navigator who explored the Arctic while searching for the Northwest Passage (1550-1605) davis n United States painter who developed an American version of cubism (1894-1964) davis n United States jazz musician; noted for his trumpet style (1926-1991) davis n American statesman; president of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War (1808-1889) davit n a crane-like device (usually one of a pair) for suspending or lowering equipment (as a lifeboat) davy n English chemist who was a pioneer in electrochemistry and who used it to isolate elements sodium and potassium and barium and boron and calc daw n common black-and-grey Eurasian bird noted for thievery dawdle v take one's time; proceed slowly linger dawdle v waste time dally dawdle v hang (back) or fall (behind) in movement, progress, development, etc. lag dawdling n the deliberate act of delaying and playing instead of working dalliance,trifling dawes n American patriot who rode with Paul Revere to warn that the British were advancing on Lexington and Concord (1745-1799) dawn n the first light of day dawning,morning,aurora,daybreak,sunrise,sunup dawn n the earliest period morning dawn n an opening time period dawn v become clear or enter one's consciousness or emotions click,penetrate dawn v appear or develop dawn v become light dawning n the first light of day dawn,morning,aurora,daybreak,sunrise,sunup dawson n a town in northwestern Canada in the Yukon on the Yukon River; a boom town around 1900 when gold was discovered in the Klondike day n time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis day n some point or period in time day n a day assigned to a particular purpose or observance day n the time after sunrise and before sunset while it is light outside daytime,daylight night daybed n an armless couch; a seat by day and a bed by night daybed n a long chair; for reclining chaise daybook n a ledger in which transactions have been recorded as they occurred journal daybook n an accounting journal as a physical object ledger dayboy n a day boarder who is a boy daybreak n the first light of day dawn,dawning,morning,aurora,sunrise,sunup daycare n childcare during the day while parents work daydream n absentminded dreaming while awake reverie,daydreaming daydream v have a daydream; indulge in a fantasy dream,woolgather,stargaze daydream v have dreamlike musings or fantasies while awake moon daydreamer n someone who indulges in idle or absentminded daydreaming daydreaming n absentminded dreaming while awake reverie,daydream daylight n the time after sunrise and before sunset while it is light outside day,daytime daylight n light during the daytime daylily n any of numerous perennials having tuberous roots and long narrow bladelike leaves and usually yellow lily-like flowers that bloom for only a daylong adj lasting through an entire day daylong adv during the entire day days n the time during which someone's life continues years daystar n a planet (usually Venus) seen just before sunrise in the eastern sky phosphorus,lucifer daytime n the time after sunrise and before sunset while it is light outside day,daylight dayton n a city in southwest Ohio; manufacturing center daze n the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally shock,stupor daze n confusion characterized by lack of clarity fog,haze daze v to cause someone to lose clear vision, especially from intense light dazzle daze v overcome as with astonishment or disbelief stun dazed adj in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock stunned,stupid dazed adj stunned or confused and slow to react (as from blows or drunkenness or exhaustion) foggy,groggy dazzle n brightness enough to blind partially and temporarily dazzle v to cause someone to lose clear vision, especially from intense light daze dazzle v amaze or bewilder, as with brilliant wit or intellect or skill dazzled adj having vision overcome temporarily by or as if by intense light dazzled adj stupefied or dizzied by something overpowering dazzling adj amazingly impressive; suggestive of the flashing of lightning dazzling adj shining intensely blazing,blinding,fulgent,glaring dc n the district occupied entirely by the city of Washington; chosen by George Washington as the site of the capital of the United States and cr dc n an electric current that flows in one direction steadily ddt n an insecticide that is also toxic to animals and humans; banned in the United States since 1972 de n a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies delaware dea n federal agency responsible for enforcing laws and regulations governing narcotics and controlled substances; goal is to immobilize drug traf deacon n a Protestant layman who assists the minister deacon n a cleric ranking just below a priest in Christian churches; one of the Holy Orders deaconess n a woman deacon deactivate v remove from active military status or reassign deactivate v make inactive inactivate dead n people who are no longer living living dead n a time when coldness (or some other quality associated with death) is intense dead adj no longer having or seeming to have or expecting to have life alive dead adj not showing characteristics of life especially the capacity to sustain life; no longer exerting force or having energy or heat live dead adj very tired beat,bushed dead adj unerringly accurate dead adv quickly and without warning abruptly,suddenly,short dead adv completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers absolutely,perfectly,utterly deadbeat n someone who fails to meet a financial obligation defaulter deaden v make vague or obscure or make (an image) less visible dampen,damp deaden v cut a girdle around so as to kill by interrupting the circulation of water and nutrients girdle deaden v make vapid or deprive of spirit deaden v lessen the momentum or velocity of deadening n the act of making something futile and useless (as by routine) constipation,impairment deadening adj so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness boring,dull,irksome,slow,tedious,tiresome,wearisome deadhead n a nonenterprising person who is not paying his way deadhead n a train or bus or taxi traveling empty deadline n the point in time at which something must be completed deadliness n the quality of being deadly lethality deadlock n a situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible impasse,stalemate,standstill deadlocked adj at a complete standstill because of opposition of two unrelenting forces or factions stalemated deadly adj causing or capable of causing death deathly,mortal deadly adj of an instrument of certain death lethal deadly adj extremely poisonous or injurious; producing venom venomous,virulent deadly adj involving loss of divine grace or spiritual death mortal deadly adv as if dead deadly adv (used as intensives) extremely madly,insanely,devilishly deadness n the quality of being unresponsive; not reacting; as a quality of people, it is marked by a failure to respond quickly or with emotion to peo deadness n the physical property of something that has lost its elasticity deadness n the inanimate property of something that has died deadpan adj deliberately impassive in manner expressionless,impassive deadpan adv without betraying any feeling deadwood n a branch or a part of a tree that is dead deadwood n someone or something that is unwanted and unneeded deaf n people who have severe hearing impairments deaf v make or render deaf deafen deaf adj lacking or deprived of the sense of hearing wholly or in part hearing deaf adj (usually followed by `to') unwilling or refusing to pay heed indifferent deafen v be unbearably loud deafen v make or render deaf deaf deafen v make soundproof deafening adj loud enough to cause (temporary) hearing loss thunderous deafness n partial or complete loss of hearing deal n a particular instance of buying or selling trade deal n an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each bargain deal n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,flock,heap,lot,mass,mess,mickle,mint deal n a plank of softwood (fir or pine board) deal v act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression cover,treat,handle,plow,address deal v take into consideration for exemplifying purposes consider,take deal v take action with respect to (someone or something) deal v succeed in doing, achieving, or producing (something) with the limited or inadequate means available cope,contend,grapple,manage dealer n someone who purchases and maintains an inventory of goods to be sold trader,bargainer,monger dealer n a firm engaged in trading dealer n a seller of illicit goods dealer n the major party to a financial transaction at a stock exchange; buys and sells for his own account principal dealership n a business established or operated under an authorization to sell or distribute a company's goods or services in a particular area franchise dealfish n deep-sea ribbonfish dealing n method or manner of conduct in relation to others dealing n the act of transacting within or between groups (as carrying on commercial activities) transaction,dealings dealings n social or verbal interchange (usually followed by `with') traffic dealings n mutual dealings or connections or communications among persons or groups relations dealings n the act of transacting within or between groups (as carrying on commercial activities) transaction,dealing dean n an administrator in charge of a division of a university or college dean n United States film actor whose moody rebellious roles made him a cult figure (1931-1955) dean n a man who is the senior member of a group dean n (Roman Catholic Church) the head of the College of Cardinals dear n a beloved person; used as terms of endearment beloved,dearest,honey,love dear n a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child) lamb dear adj dearly loved beloved,darling dear adj with or in a close or intimate relationship good,near dear adj sincerely earnest devout,earnest,heartfelt dear adj having a high price costly,pricey dear adv with affection dearly,affectionately dear adv at a great cost dearly dearest n a beloved person; used as terms of endearment beloved,dear,honey,love dearie n a special loved one darling,favorite,favourite,pet,deary,ducky dearly adv in a sincere and heartfelt manner dearly adv at a great cost dear dearly adv with affection affectionately,dear dearness n the quality possessed by something with a great price or value dearth n an acute insufficiency famine,shortage dearth n an insufficient quantity or number paucity deary n a special loved one darling,favorite,favourite,pet,dearie,ducky death n the event of dying or departure from life decease,expiry birth death n the permanent end of all life functions in an organism or part of an organism death n the absence of life or state of being dead death n the time when something ends dying,demise birth deathbed n the last few hours before death deathbed n the bed on which a person dies deathless adj never dying undying deathly adj having the physical appearance of death deathly adj causing or capable of causing death deadly,mortal deathly adv to a degree resembling death deathly adv to an extreme degree extremely,exceedingly,super deathwatch n minute wingless psocopterous insects injurious to books and papers deathwatch n bores through wood making a ticking sound popularly thought to presage death deb n a young woman making her debut into society debutante debacle n a sudden and violent collapse fiasco debacle n flooding caused by a tumultuous breakup of ice in a river during the spring or summer debacle n a sound defeat thrashing,walloping,drubbing,slaughter,trouncing,whipping debark v go ashore disembark debarment n the state of being debarred (excluded from enjoying certain possessions or rights or practices) debarment n the act of prevention by legal means debase v corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality corrupt,pervert,subvert,demoralize,profane,vitiate,deprave,misdirect debase v lower in value by increasing the base-metal content alloy debase v corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones load,adulterate,stretch,dilute debased adj mixed with impurities adulterate,adulterated debased adj lowered in value devalued,degraded debased adj ruined in character or quality corrupted debasement n being mixed with extraneous material; the product of adulterating adulteration debasement n changing to a lower state (a less respected state) degradation debasing adj used of conduct; characterized by dishonor degrading debatable adj open to doubt or debate problematic,problematical debatable adj open to argument or debate arguable,disputable,moot debatable adj capable of being disproved disputable debate n a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal argument,argumentation debate n the formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote) disputation debate v argue with one another debate v think about carefully; weigh consider,moot,deliberate debate v discuss the pros and cons of an issue deliberate debate v have an argument about something argue,contend,fence debater n someone who engages in debate debauchery n a wild gathering involving excessive drinking and promiscuity orgy,riot,bacchanal,bacchanalia debenture n the ability of a customer to obtain goods or services before payment, based on the trust that payment will be made in the future debenture n a certificate or voucher acknowledging a debt debilitate v make weak enfeeble,drain debilitated adj lacking energy or vitality debilitating adj impairing the strength and vitality invigorating debility n the state of being weak in health or body (especially from old age) infirmity,frailty debit n an accounting entry acknowledging sums that are owing credit debit v enter as debit credit debonair adj having a sophisticated charm suave debonair adj having a cheerful, lively, and self-confident air chipper,jaunty debone v remove the bones from bone debouch v march out (as from a defile) into open ground debouch v pass out or emerge; especially of rivers debrief v put someone through a debriefing and make him report debriefing n report of a mission or task debris n the remains of something that has been destroyed or broken up dust,junk,rubble,detritus debs n United States labor organizer who ran for President as a socialist (1855-1926) debt n the state of owing something (especially money) debt n money or goods or services owed by one person to another debt n an obligation to pay or do something debtor n a person who owes a creditor; someone who has the obligation of paying a debt creditor debunk v expose while ridiculing; especially of pretentious or false claims and ideas expose debunking n the exposure of falseness or pretensions repudiation debussy n French composer who is said to have created Impressionism in music (1862-1918) debut n the act of beginning something new introduction,launching,unveiling,entry debut n the presentation of a debutante in society debut v present for the first time to the public debut v appear for the first time in public debut v make one's debut debutante n a young woman making her debut into society deb dec n the last (12th) month of the year december dec n (astronomy) the angular distance of a celestial body north or to the south of the celestial equator; expressed in degrees; used with right a decade n a period of 10 years decade n the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system ten,x,tenner decadence n the state of being degenerate in mental or moral qualities degeneracy,degeneration decadent n a person who has fallen into a decadent state (morally or artistically) decadent adj luxuriously self-indulgent decadent adj marked by excessive self-indulgence and moral decay decaf n coffee with the caffeine removed decaffeinate v remove caffeine from (coffee) decal n either a design that is fixed to some surface or a paper bearing the design which is to be transferred to the surface decamp v leave a camp decamp v run away; usually includes taking something or somebody along abscond,bolt decamp v leave suddenly skip,vamoose decant v pour out pour decapitate v cut the head of behead,decollate decapitated adj having had the head cut off beheaded decapitation n execution by cutting off the victim's head beheading decapitation n killing by cutting off the head beheading decathlon n an athletic contest consisting of ten different events decatur n United States naval officer remembered for his heroic deeds (1779-1820) decatur n a city in central Illinois; Abraham Lincoln practiced law here decatur n a town in northern Alabama on the Tennessee River decay n the process of gradually becoming inferior decay n a gradual decrease; as of stored charge or current decline decay n the organic phenomenon of rotting decomposition decay n an inferior state resulting from the process of decaying decay v lose a stored charge, magnetic flux, or current disintegrate,decompose decay v fall into decay or ruin crumble,dilapidate decay v undergo decay or decomposition decayed adj damaged by decay; hence unsound and useless rotten,rotted decease n the event of dying or departure from life death,expiry decease v pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life die,perish,go,exit,expire,pass,conk,choke deceased n someone who is no longer alive decedent,departed deceased adj dead asleep,departed,gone decedent n someone who is no longer alive deceased,departed deceit n the quality of being fraudulent fraudulence deceit n a misleading falsehood misrepresentation,deception deceit n the act of deceiving deception,dissembling deceitful adj intended to deceive fallacious,fraudulent deceitful adj marked by deliberate deceptiveness especially by pretending one set of feelings and acting under the influence of another ambidextrous,duplicitous deceive v be false to; be dishonest with delude,cozen deceive v cause someone to believe an untruth betray deceiver n someone who leads you to believe something that is not true cheat,cheater,trickster,slicker decelerate v lose velocity; move more slowly slow accelerate decelerate v reduce the speed of accelerate deceleration n a decrease in rate of change slowing,retardation acceleration deceleration n (physics) a rate of decrease in velocity acceleration deceleration n the act of decelerating; decreasing the speed acceleration december n the last (12th) month of the year dec decency n the quality of conforming to standards of propriety and morality indecency decency n the quality of being polite and respectable decent adj socially or conventionally correct; refined or virtuous nice decent adj in harmony with the spirit of particular persons or occasion fitting decent adj conforming to conventions of sexual behavior indecent decent adj sufficiently clothed to see visitors or appear in public decent adv in the right manner; correctly; suitably properly,decently,right decently adv in a decent manner decently adv in the right manner; correctly; suitably properly,decent,right decentralization n the social process in which population and industry moves from urban centers to outlying districts decentralization n the spread of power away from the center to local branches or governments centralization decentralize v make less central centralize decentralized adj withdrawn from a center or place of concentration; especially having power or function dispersed from a central to local authorities centralized decentralizing adj tending away from a central point centralizing deception n a misleading falsehood misrepresentation,deceit deception n the act of deceiving deceit,dissembling deception n an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers trick,magic,legerdemain,illusion deceptive adj causing one to believe what is not true or fail to believe what is true deceptive adj designed to deceive or mislead either deliberately or inadvertently misleading deceptively adv in a misleading way misleadingly decibel n a logarithmic unit of sound intensity; 10 times the logarithm of the ratio of the sound intensity to some reference intensity decide v reach, make, or come to a decision about something determine decide v bring to an end; settle conclusively settle,resolve,adjudicate decide v cause to decide decide v influence or determine decided adj recognizable; marked distinct decidedly adv without question and beyond doubt unquestionably,emphatically,definitely deciding n the cognitive process of reaching a decision deciding adj having the power or quality of deciding determinant,determinative,determining deciduous adj (of plants and shrubs) shedding foliage at the end of the growing season evergreen deciduous adj (of teeth, antlers, etc.) being shed at the end of a period of growth decile n (statistics) any of nine points that divided a distribution of ranked scores into equal intervals where each interval contains one-tenth of deciliter n a metric unit of volume equal to one tenth of a liter decimal n a proper fraction whose denominator is a power of 10 decimal n a number in the decimal system decimal adj numbered or proceeding by tens; based on ten decimate v kill one in every ten, as of mutineers in Roman armies decimate v kill in large numbers eliminate,annihilate,extinguish,eradicate decimation n destroying or killing a large part of the population (literally every tenth person as chosen by lot) decipher v convert code into ordinary language decode,decrypt decipher v read with difficulty trace deciphered adj converted from cryptic to intelligible language decision n the act of making up your mind about something determination,conclusion decision n a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration determination,conclusion decision n (boxing) a victory won on points when no knockout has occurred decision n the outcome of a game or contest decisive adj determining or having the power to determine an outcome indecisive decisive adj unmistakable decisive adj characterized by decision and firmness indecisive decisive adj forming or having the nature of a turning point or crisis critical decisively adv with firmness resolutely decisively adv with finality; conclusively decisively adv in an indisputable degree decisiveness n the trait of resoluteness as evidenced by firmness of character or purpose decision indecisiveness decisiveness n the quality of being final or definitely settled finality deck n any of various platforms built into a vessel deck n street name for a packet of illegal drugs deck n a pack of 52 playing cards deck n a porch that resembles the deck on a ship deck v be beautiful to look at adorn,decorate,grace,embellish,beautify deck v decorate bedeck deck v knock down with force dump,floor decker n English dramatist and pamphleteer (1572-1632) dekker decker n (often used in combinations) something constructed with multiple levels deckhand n a member of a ship's crew who performs manual labor deckle n rough edge left by a deckle on handmade paper or produced artificially on machine-made paper deckle n (paper making) a frame used to form paper pulp into sheets declaim v recite in elocution recite declaim v speak against in an impassioned manner declaration n a statement that is emphatic and explicit (spoken or written) declaration n (law) unsworn statement that can be admitted in evidence in a legal transaction declaration n a statement of taxable goods or of dutiable properties declaration n (contract bridge) the highest bid becomes the contract setting the number of tricks that the bidder must make contract declarative n a mood (grammatically unmarked) that represents the act or state as an objective fact indicative declarative adj relating to the use of or having the nature of a declaration declaratory,asserting declarative adj relating to the mood of verbs that is used simple in declarative statements indicative declaratory adj relating to the use of or having the nature of a declaration declarative,asserting interrogatory declare v state emphatically and authoritatively declare v announce publicly or officially announce declare v state firmly declare v declare to be adjudge,hold declared adj made known or openly avowed undeclared declared adj declared as fact; explicitly stated stated declassified adj having had security classification removed declassify v lift the restriction on and make available again classify declension n the inflection of nouns and pronouns and adjectives in Indo-European languages declension n process of changing to an inferior state deterioration,worsening declension n a downward slope or bend descent,fall,decline declension n a class of nouns or pronouns or adjectives in Indo-European languages having the same (or very similar) inflectional forms decline n change toward something smaller or lower diminution decline n a condition inferior to an earlier condition; a gradual falling off from a better state improvement decline n a gradual decrease; as of stored charge or current decay decline n a downward slope or bend descent,fall,declension decline v grow worse worsen decline v refuse to accept refuse,reject decline v show unwillingness towards refuse decline v grow smaller wane deco n a style of design that was popular in the 1920s and 1930s; marked by stylized forms and geometric designs adapted to mass production decoct v extract the essence of something by boiling it decoct v be cooked until very little liquid is left reduce,concentrate decoct v steep in hot water decode v convert code into ordinary language decrypt,decipher encode decoder n the kind of intellectual who converts messages from a code to plain text decoder n a machine that converts a coded text into ordinary language decoding n the activity of making clear or converting from code into plain text decollate v cut the head of decapitate,behead decommission v withdraw from active service decompose v separate (substances) into constituent elements or parts decompose v lose a stored charge, magnetic flux, or current disintegrate,decay decompose v break down rot,molder,moulder decomposition n the analysis of a vector field decomposition n in a decomposed state disintegration decomposition n (chemistry) separation of a substance into two or more substances that may differ from each other and from the original substance decomposition n (biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action rot,rotting,breakdown decompression n restoring compressed information to its normal form for use or display compression decompression n relieving pressure (especially bringing a compressed person gradually back to atmospheric pressure) compression decontaminate v rid of contamination contaminate decontamination n the removal of contaminants contamination decontrol v relax or remove controls of decor n decoration consisting of the layout and furnishings of a livable interior decorate v make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. adorn,grace,ornament,embellish,beautify decorate v be beautiful to look at deck,adorn,grace,embellish,beautify decorate v award a mark of honor, such as a medal, to decorate v provide with decoration dress decorated adj provided with something intended to increase its beauty or distinction adorned decoration n something used to beautify ornament,ornamentation decoration n an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event medal,medallion,palm,ribbon decoration n the act of decorating something (in the hope of making it more attractive) decorative adj serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose cosmetic,ornamental decorator n a person who specializes in interior decoration decorator n someone who decorates decorous adj characterized by propriety and dignity and good taste in manners and conduct decorous adj according with custom or propriety becoming,comely decorum n propriety in manners and conduct decoy n a beguiler who leads someone into danger (usually as part of a plot) steerer decoy n something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed bait,lure decoy v lure or entrap with or as if with a decoy decrease n a change downward lessening increase decrease n a process of becoming smaller or shorter increase decrease n the amount by which something decreases increase decrease n the act of decreasing or reducing something diminution,reduction increase decrease v decrease in size, extent, or range diminish,lessen,fall increase decrease v make smaller lessen increase decreased adj made less in size or amount or degree reduced increased decreasing adj becoming less or smaller increasing decreasing adj (music) decreasing in tempo and/or volume increasing decree n a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge) edict,fiat,order decree v issue a decree decree v decide with authority rule decreed adj fixed or established especially by order or command appointed,ordained,prescribed decrepit adj worn and broken down by hard use creaky,derelict,woebegone decrepit adj lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality feeble,infirm,rickety,sapless,weak,weakly decrepitate v undergo decrepitation and crackle decrepitate v to roast or calcine so as to cause to crackle or until crackling stops decry v express strong disapproval of condemn,reprobate,excoriate decrypt v convert code into ordinary language decode,decipher dedicate v give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause give,consecrate,commit,devote dedicate v open to public use, as of a highway, park, or building dedicate v inscribe or address by way of compliment dedicate v set apart to sacred uses with solemn rites, of a church dedicated adj devoted to a cause or ideal or purpose dedicated adj solemnly dedicated to or set apart for a high or sacred purpose consecrated,consecrate dedication n complete and wholehearted fidelity dedication n a ceremony in which something (as a building) is dedicated to some goal or purpose dedication n a message that makes a pledge commitment dedication n a short message (as in a book or musical work or on a photograph) dedicating it to someone or something inscription deduce v reason by deduction; establish by deduction infer,deduct,derive deduce v conclude by reasoning; in logic infer deduct v make a subtraction subtract deduct v retain and refrain from disbursing; of payments withhold,recoup deduct v reason by deduction; establish by deduction deduce,infer,derive deductible n (taxes) an amount that can be deducted (especially for the purposes of calculating income tax) deductible n a clause in an insurance policy that relieves the insurer of responsibility to pay the initial loss up to a stated amount deductible adj acceptable as a deduction (especially as a tax deduction) deduction n a reduction in the gross amount on which a tax is calculated; reduces taxes by the percentage fixed for the taxpayer's income bracket deduction n an amount or percentage deducted discount deduction n something that is inferred (deduced or entailed or implied) entailment,implication deduction n reasoning from the general to the particular (or from cause to effect) synthesis deductive adj relating to logical deduction deductive adj involving inferences from general principles inductive deed n a legal document signed and sealed and delivered to effect a transfer of property and to show the legal right to possess it title deed n something that people do or cause to happen act deeds n performance of moral or religious acts works deem v keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view hold deep n the central and most intense or profound part deep n a long steep-sided depression in the ocean floor trench deep n literary term for an ocean deep adj relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply shallow deep adj marked by depth of thinking deep adj having great spatial extension or penetration downward or inward from an outer surface or backward or laterally or outward from a center; so shallow deep adj very distant in time or space deep adv to a great depth; far down or in deeply deep adv to an advanced time late deep adv to a great distance deepen v make more intense, stronger, or more marked intensify,compound,heighten deepen v become more intense intensify deepen v make deeper deepen v become deeper in tone change deepening n a process of becoming deeper and more profound deepening adj accumulating and becoming more intense thickening deeply adv to a great depth psychologically or emotionally profoundly,intensely deeply adv to a great depth; far down or in deep deer n distinguished from Bovidae by the male's having solid deciduous antlers deerskin n leather from the hide of a deer deface v mar or spoil the appearance of disfigure,blemish defamation n a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions calumny,obloquy defamation n an abusive attack on a person's character or good name aspersion,calumny,slander defamatory adj (used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign denigrating,libelous,slanderous defame v charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone slander,smirch,asperse,denigrate,smear,sully default n loss due to not showing up default n act of failing to meet a financial obligation nonpayment default n loss resulting from failure of a debt to be paid nonpayment default n an option that is selected automatically unless an alternative is specified default v fail to pay up defaulter n someone who fails to make a required appearance in court defaulter n someone who fails to meet a financial obligation deadbeat defaulter n a contestant who forfeits a match defeat n an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest licking victory defeat n the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals frustration defeat v win a victory over overcome defeat v thwart the passage of kill defeated n people who are defeated defeated adj beaten or overcome; not victorious undefeated defeated adj disappointingly unsuccessful disappointed,foiled,frustrated,thwarted defeatism n acceptance of the inevitability of defeat defeatist n someone who is resigned to defeat without offering positive suggestions defecate v have a bowel movement stool,shit,crap,make defect n an imperfection in a bodily system defect n a failing or deficiency shortcoming defect n an imperfection in an object or machine fault,flaw defect n a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body) blemish,mar defect v desert (a cause, a country or an army), often in order to join the opposing cause, country, or army desert defection n withdrawing support or help despite allegiance or responsibility desertion,abandonment defection n the state of having rejected your religious beliefs or your political party or a cause (often in favor of opposing beliefs or causes) renunciation defective adj having a defect faulty defective adj markedly subnormal in structure or function or intelligence or behavior defective adj not working properly bad defector n a person who abandons their duty (as on a military post) deserter defence n (psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires defense defence n (sports) the team that is trying to prevent the other team from scoring defense defence n the defendant and his legal advisors collectively defense defence n an organization of defenders that provides resistance against attack defense defend v argue or speak in defense of support defend v be on the defensive; act against an attack attack defend v protect against a challenge or attack guard,hold defend v fight against or resist strongly fight,oppose defendant n a person or institution against whom an action is brought in a court of law; the person being sued or accused suspect plaintiff defender n a person who cares for persons or property guardian,protector,shielder defender n a fighter who holds out against attack defending adj attempting to or designed to prevent an opponent from winning or scoring defenestration n the act of throwing someone or something out of a window defense n (military) military action or resources protecting a country against potential enemies defence defense n protection from harm defence defense n (sports) the team that is trying to prevent the other team from scoring defence offense defense n the justification for some act or belief defence,vindication defenseless adj lacking protection or support defenseless adj having no protecting or concealing cover naked defenseless adj lacking weapons for self-defense defenseless adv without defense defensible adj capable of being defended defensive n an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive') defensive adj intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack offensive defensive adj attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing defensively adv in an apologetic and defensive manner defensively adv in a defensive manner offensively defensiveness n excessive sensitivity to criticism defer v hold back to a later time postpone,prorogue,table,shelve,remit defer v yield to another's wish or opinion submit,bow,accede deference n a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard respect deference n courteous regard for people's feelings respect deference n a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others compliance deferential adj showing deference deferment n act of putting off to a future time postponement,deferral deferral n a state of abeyance or suspended business recess deferral n act of putting off to a future time postponement,deferment defiance n intentionally contemptuous behavior or attitude rebelliousness defiance n a hostile challenge defiance n a defiant act defiant adj boldly resisting authority or an opposing force compliant defiantly adv in a rebellious manner defibrillator n an electronic device that administers an electric shock of preset voltage to the heart through the chest wall in an attempt to restore the n deficiency n the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable lack,want deficiency n lack of an adequate quantity or number insufficiency,inadequacy deficient adj inadequate in amount or degree lacking,wanting deficient adj of a quantity not able to fulfill a need or requirement insufficient deficient adj falling short of some prescribed norm inferior,substandard deficit n the property of being an amount by which something is less than expected or required shortage,shortfall deficit n a deficiency or failure in neurological or mental functioning deficit n (sports) the score by which a team or individual is losing lead deficit n an excess of liabilities over assets (usually over a certain period) defile n a narrow pass (especially one between mountains) gorge defile v place under suspicion or cast doubt upon sully,corrupt,taint,cloud defile v make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically tarnish,stain,maculate,sully defile v spot, stain, or pollute foul,maculate definable adj capable of being defined, limited, or explained define v determine the essential quality of specify,delineate,delimit define v give a definition for the meaning of a word define v determine the nature of define v show the form or outline of delineate defined adj clearly characterized or delimited undefined defined adj showing clearly the outline or profile or boundary outlined defining n any process serving to define the shape of something shaping definite adj precise; explicit and clearly defined indefinite definite adj known for certain definitely adv without question and beyond doubt decidedly,unquestionably,emphatically definition n a concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase or symbol definition n clarity of outline definitive adj clearly defined or formulated unequivocal definitive adj of recognized authority or excellence authoritative definitive adj supplying or being a final or conclusive settlement determinate deflate v collapse by releasing contained air or gas deflate v release contained air or gas from deflate v reduce or lessen the size or importance of puncture deflate v produce deflation in inflate deflated adj brought low in spirit chapfallen,crestfallen deflation n (geology) the erosion of soil as a consequence of sand and dust and loose rocks being removed by the wind deflation n a contraction of economic activity resulting in a decline of prices inflation,disinflation deflation n the act of letting the air out of something inflation deflationary adj associated with or tending to cause decreases in consumer prices or increases in the purchasing power of money inflationary deflator n a statistical factor designed to remove the effect of inflation; inflation adjusted variables are in constant dollars deflect v prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening forfend,obviate,avert,avoid deflect v turn from a straight course, fixed direction, or line of interest bend deflect v turn aside and away from an initial or intended course deflect v draw someone's attention away from something distract deflection n a twist or aberration; especially a perverse or abnormal way of judging or acting warp deflection n the amount by which a propagating wave is bent refraction deflection n the movement of the pointer or pen of a measuring instrument from its zero position deflection n the property of being bent or deflected bending deflector n a device intended to turn aside the flow of something (water or air or smoke etc) deforest v remove the trees from deforestation n the state of being clear of trees deforestation n the removal of trees deform v make formless deform v twist and press out of shape contort,distort,wring deform v cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form flex,bend,twist,turn deform v become misshapen deformation n a change for the worse distortion deformation n alteration in the shape or dimensions of an object as a result of the application of stress to it deformation n the act of twisting or deforming the shape of something (e.g., yourself) contortion deformed adj so badly formed or out of shape as to be ugly distorted,malformed,misshapen deformity n an affliction in which some part of the body is misshapen or malformed malformation deformity n an appearance that has been spoiled or is misshapen disfigurement defraud v deprive of by deceit victimize,swindle,rook,diddle,scam,mulct,con defray v bear the expenses of defrost v make or become free of frost or ice deft adj skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands dexterous,dextrous deftly adv with dexterity; in a dexterous manner deftly adv in a deft manner defunct adj no longer in force or use; inactive defunct adj having ceased to exist or live defuse v remove the triggering device from fuse defusing n the act of deactivating or making ineffective (as a bomb) defy v resist or confront with resistance withstand,hold defy v elude, especially in a baffling way resist,refuse defy v challenge dare degas n French impressionist painter (1834-1917) degas v remove gas from degeneracy n the state of being degenerate in mental or moral qualities degeneration,decadence degeneracy n moral perversion; impairment of virtue and moral principles corruption,depravation,depravity degenerate n a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior pervert,deviant,deviate degenerate v grow worse devolve,deteriorate,drop degenerate adj unrestrained by convention or morality degraded,dissipated,libertine,profligate,riotous,fast degeneration n the process of declining from a higher to a lower level of effective power or vitality or essential quality devolution degeneration n the state of being degenerate in mental or moral qualities degeneracy,decadence degeneration n passing from a more complex to a simpler biological form degenerative adj (of illness) marked by gradual deterioration of organs and cells along with loss of function degradation n changing to a lower state (a less respected state) debasement degradation n a low or downcast state abasement,abjection degrade v reduce the level of land, as by erosion degrade v reduce in worth or character, usually verbally disgrace,demean degrade v lower the grade of something; reduce its worth cheapen degraded adj unrestrained by convention or morality degenerate,dissipated,libertine,profligate,riotous,fast degraded adj lowered in value debased,devalued degrading adj harmful to the mind or morals corrupting degrading adj used of conduct; characterized by dishonor debasing degree n a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality grade,level degree n a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process level,stage,point degree n an award conferred by a college or university signifying that the recipient has satisfactorily completed a course of study degree n a measure for arcs and angles arcdegree dehumanization n the act of degrading people with respect to their best qualities dehumanize v deprive of human qualities humanize dehumanize v make mechanical or routine dehumanized adj divested of human qualities or attributes dehumidifier n an applicance to extract moisture from the air and make the environment more comfortable dehumidify v make less humid dehydrate v preserve by removing all water and liquids from desiccate dehydrate v remove water from desiccate dehydrate v lose water or moisture desiccate hydrate dehydrated adj suffering from excessive loss of water from the body dehydrated adj preserved by removing natural moisture dried,desiccated dehydration n dryness resulting from the removal of water desiccation dehydration n depletion of bodily fluids dehydration n the process of extracting moisture desiccation,evaporation deification n the condition of being treated like a god deification n an embodiment of the qualities of a god deification n the elevation of a person (as to the status of a god) apotheosis deify v consider as a god or godlike deify v exalt to the position of a God deign v do something that one considers to be below one's dignity condescend,descend deimos n the outer of two small satellites of Mars deism n the form of theological rationalism that believes in God on the basis of reason without reference to revelation deist n a person who believes that God created the universe and then abandoned it deist adj of or relating to deism deity n any supernatural being worshipped as controlling some part of the world or some aspect of life or who is the personification of a force divinity,god,immortal deject v lower someone's spirits; make downhearted depress,dismay,demoralize dejected adj affected or marked by low spirits elated dejection n a state of melancholy depression dejection n solid excretory product evacuated from the bowels feces,stool dekker n English dramatist and pamphleteer (1572-1632) decker delacroix n French romantic painter (1798-1863) delaware n a river that rises in the Catskills in southeastern New York and flows southward along the border of Pennsylvania with New York and New Jers delaware n a member of an Algonquian people formerly living in New Jersey and New York and parts of Delaware and Pennsylvania delaware n one of the British colonies that formed the United States delaware n a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies de delay n time during which some action is awaited hold,postponement,wait delay n the act of delaying; inactivity resulting in something being put off until a later time holdup delay v cause to be slowed down or delayed detain rush delay v act later than planned, scheduled, or required delay v stop or halt stay,detain delay v slow the growth or development of check delayed adj not as far along as normal in development delectable adj extremely pleasing to the sense of taste delicious,luscious,scrumptious,toothsome,yummy delectable adj capable of arousing sexual desire delegate n a person appointed or elected to represent others delegate v transfer power to someone delegate v give an assignment to (a person) to a post, or assign a task to (a person) designate,assign delegating n authorizing subordinates to make certain decisions delegation,relegating delegation n a group of representatives or delegates commission,mission delegation n authorizing subordinates to make certain decisions delegating,relegating delete v remove or make invisible cancel delete v wipe out digitally or magnetically recorded information erase delete v cut or eliminate edit deleterious adj harmful to living things hurtful,injurious deletion n any process whereby sounds or words are left out of spoken words or phrases omission deletion n (genetics) the loss or absence of one or more nucleotides from a chromosome deletion n the omission that is made when an editorial change shortens a written passage excision,cut deletion n the act of deleting something written or printed delft n a style of glazed earthenware; usually white with blue decoration delhi n a city in north central India deli n a shop selling ready-to-eat food products delicatessen deliberate v think about carefully; weigh consider,debate,moot deliberate v discuss the pros and cons of an issue debate deliberate adj carefully thought out in advance calculated,measured deliberate adj unhurried and with care and dignity careful,measured deliberate adj characterized by conscious design or purpose intentional,knowing deliberately adv with intention; in an intentional manner intentionally,purposely,advisedly accidentally deliberately adv in a deliberate unhurried manner deliberation n (usually plural) discussion of all sides of a question deliberation n careful consideration weighing,advisement deliberation n planning something carefully and intentionally calculation deliberation n a rate demonstrating an absence of haste or hurry slowness deliberative adj involved in or characterized by deliberation and discussion and examination delicacy n the quality of being beautiful and delicate in appearance delicacy n something considered choice to eat dainty,goody,kickshaw,treat delicacy n refined taste; tact discretion delicacy n smallness of stature delicate adj exquisitely fine and subtle and pleasing; susceptible to injury rugged delicate adj marked by great skill especially in meticulous technique delicate adj easily broken or damaged or destroyed fragile,frail delicate adj easily hurt soft delicately adv in a delicate manner finely,fine,exquisitely delicatessen n ready-to-eat food products delicatessen n a shop selling ready-to-eat food products deli delicious n variety of sweet eating apples delicious adj greatly pleasing or entertaining delightful delicious adj extremely pleasing to the sense of taste delectable,luscious,scrumptious,toothsome,yummy deliciously adv in a very pleasurable manner deliciously adv so as to produce a delightful taste delight n a feeling of extreme pleasure or satisfaction delight n something or someone that provides a source of happiness joy,pleasure delight v give pleasure to or be pleasing to please delight v take delight in enjoy,revel delight v hold spellbound enchant,enrapture,transport,enthral delighted adj greatly pleased delighted adj filled with wonder and delight beguiled,captivated,charmed,enthralled,entranced delightful adj greatly pleasing or entertaining delicious delightfully adv in a delightful manner delilah n (Old Testament) the Philistine mistress of Samson who betrayed him by cutting off his hair and so deprived him of his strength delilah n a woman who is considered to be dangerously seductive enchantress,temptress,siren delimit v determine the essential quality of specify,define,delineate delimit v be opposite to; of angles and sides, in geometry subtend delimit v set, mark, or draw the boundaries of something delineate v show the form or outline of define delineate v determine the essential quality of specify,define,delimit delineate v trace the shape of limn,outline delineate v make a mark or lines on a surface trace,draw,line,describe delineate adj represented accurately or precisely delineated,represented delineated adj represented accurately or precisely represented,delineate delineation n a graphic or vivid verbal description depiction,picture,characterization delineation n a drawing of the outlines of forms or objects depiction delineation n representation by drawing or painting etc depiction,portrayal delinquency n nonpayment of a debt when due delinquency n a tendency to be negligent and uncaring dereliction delinquency n an antisocial misdeed in violation of the law by a minor delinquent n a young offender delinquent adj guilty of a misdeed delinquent adj failing in what duty requires derelict,neglectful,remiss delinquent adj past due; not paid at the scheduled time overdue delirious adj experiencing delirium hallucinating delirious adj marked by uncontrolled excitement or emotion excited,frantic,mad,unrestrained delirium n state of violent mental agitation craze,frenzy,fury,hysteria delirium n a usually brief state of excitement and mental confusion often accompanied by hallucinations deliver v deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) present deliver v bring to a destination, make a delivery deliver v to surrender someone or something to another render deliver v free from harm or evil rescue deliverable n something that can be provided as the product of development deliverable adj suitable for or ready for delivery deliverance n recovery or preservation from loss or danger rescue,delivery,saving deliverer n a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29) jesus,christ,savior deliverer n a person who rescues you from harm or danger savior,rescuer deliverer n someone employed to make deliveries deliverer n a person who gives up or transfers money or goods delivery n the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail) bringing delivery n the event of giving birth delivery n your characteristic style or manner of expressing yourself orally speech delivery n the voluntary transfer of something (title or possession) from one party to another livery dell n a small wooded hollow dingle delouse v free of lice delphi n an ancient Greek city on the slopes of Mount Parnassus; site of the oracle of Delphi delphian adj of or relating to Delphi or to the oracles of Apollo at Delphi delta n a low triangular area of alluvial deposits where a river divides before entering a larger body of water delta n an object shaped like an equilateral triangle delta n the 4th letter of the Greek alphabet delude v be false to; be dishonest with deceive,cozen deluge n an overwhelming number or amount flood,inundation,torrent deluge n a heavy rain downpour,cloudburst,torrent,soaker deluge n the rising of a body of water and its overflowing onto normally dry land flood,inundation deluge v fill quickly beyond capacity; as with a liquid flood,inundate,swamp deluge v charge someone with too many tasks overwhelm deluge v fill or cover completely, usually with water inundate,submerge delusion n (psychology) an erroneous belief that is held in the face of evidence to the contrary delusion n a mistaken or unfounded opinion or idea hallucination delusion n the act of deluding; deception by creating illusory ideas illusion delusional adj suffering from or characterized by delusions deluxe adj ostentatiously rich and superior in quality gilded,grand,luxurious,opulent,princely,sumptuous,lush deluxe adj elegant and sumptuous luxe delve v turn up, loosen, or remove earth dig demagogic adj characteristic of or resembling a demagogue demagogue n a political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular passions and prejudices demagoguery n impassioned appeals to the prejudices and emotions of the populace demagogy demagogy n impassioned appeals to the prejudices and emotions of the populace demagoguery demand n an urgent or peremptory request demand n the ability and desire to purchase goods and services supply demand n required activity requirement demand n the act of demanding demand v request urgently and forcefully demand v require as useful, just, or proper necessitate,ask,postulate,need,require,take,involve demand v claim as due or just exact demand v lay legal claim to demanding adj requiring more than usually expected or thought due; especially great patience and effort and skill demandingly adv in a demanding manner demarcation n the boundary of a specific area limit demarcation n a conceptual separation or distinction line,contrast demean v reduce in worth or character, usually verbally degrade,disgrace demeaning adj causing awareness of your shortcomings humbling,humiliating demeanor n (behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people demeanour,behavior,behaviour,conduct,deportment demeanour n (behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people demeanor,behavior,behaviour,conduct,deportment demented adj affected with madness or insanity crazy,disturbed,mad,sick,unbalanced,unhinged dementia n mental deterioration of organic or functional origin demerit n a mark against a person for misconduct or failure; usually given in school or armed forces demerit n the quality of being inadequate or falling short of perfection fault merit demesne n extensive landed property (especially in the country) retained by the owner for his own use estate,land,acres demesne n territory over which rule or control is exercised domain,land demetrius n son of Antigonus Cyclops and king of Macedonia; he and his father were defeated at the battle of Ipsus (337-283 BC) demigod n a person with great powers and abilities superman demigod n a person who is part mortal and part god daemon demilitarize v do away with the military organization and potential of militarize demilitarize v remove offensive capability from disarm demille n United States film maker remembered for his extravagant and spectacular epic productions (1881-1959) demimonde n a class of woman not considered respectable because of indiscreet or promiscuous behavior demise n the time when something ends death,dying demise v transfer by a lease or by a will demiurge n a subordinate deity, in some philosophies the creator of the universe demo n a visual presentation showing how something works demonstration demo v give an exhibition of to an interested audience show,exhibit,present,demonstrate demobilization n act of changing from a war basis to a peace basis including disbanding or discharging troops mobilization demobilize v release from military service or remove from the active list of military service inactivate mobilize demobilize v retire from military service mobilize democracy n the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives democracy n a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them republic,commonwealth democracy n the doctrine that the numerical majority of an organized group can make decisions binding on the whole group democrat n a member of the Democratic Party democrat n an advocate of democratic principles democratic adj characterized by or advocating or based upon the principles of democracy or social equality undemocratic democratic adj belong to or relating to the Democratic Party democratic adj representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large popular democratically adv in a democratic manner; based on democratic principles democratization n the action of making something democratic democratize v become (more) democratic; of nations democratize v introduce democratic reforms; of nations demodulation n (electronics) the reception of a signal by extracting it from the carrier wave demographer n a scientist who studies the growth and density of populations and their vital statistics demographic n a statistic characterizing human populations (or segments of human populations broken down by age or sex or income etc.) demographic adj of or relating to demography demography n the branch of sociology that studies the characteristics of human populations demolish v destroy completely pulverize demolish v ruin or destroy demolish v eat up completely, as with great appetite devour,down,consume demolish v defeat soundly and humiliatingly destroy demolished adj torn down and broken up dismantled,razed demolishing n complete destruction of a building razing,leveling demolition n an event (or the result of an event) that completely destroys something destruction demolition n the act of demolishing demon n an evil supernatural being devil,fiend,daemon,daimon demon n a cruel wicked and inhuman person monster,fiend,devil,ogre demon n someone extremely diligent or skillful demonic adj extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell diabolical,fiendish,hellish,infernal,satanic,unholy demonize v make into a demon demonstrable adj necessarily or demonstrably true incontrovertible demonstrable adj capable of being demonstrated or proved provable demonstrably adv in an obvious and provable manner demonstrate v give an exhibition of to an interested audience show,demo,exhibit,present demonstrate v establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment prove,establish,show demonstrate v provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes attest,certify,manifest,evidence demonstrate v march in protest; take part in a demonstration march demonstrated adj having been demonstrated or verified beyond doubt demonstration n a show or display; the act of presenting something to sight or view presentation,presentment demonstration n a show of military force or preparedness demonstration n a public display of group feelings (usually of a political nature) manifestation demonstration n proof by a process of argument or a series of proposition proving an asserted conclusion monstrance demonstrative n a pronoun that points out an intended referent demonstrative adj given to or marked by the open expression of emotion demonstrative adj serving to demonstrate illustrative demonstrator n a teacher or teacher's assistant who demonstrates the principles that are being taught demonstrator n someone who demonstrates an article to a prospective buyer demonstrator n someone who participates in a public display of group feeling protester demoralization n destroying the moral basis for a doctrine or policy demoralization n a state of disorder and confusion demoralization n depression resulting from an undermining of your morale demoralize v corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality corrupt,pervert,subvert,debase,profane,vitiate,deprave,misdirect demoralize v lower someone's spirits; make downhearted depress,deject,dismay demoralize v confuse or put into disorder demoralized adj made less hopeful or enthusiastic discouraged,disheartened demoralizing adj destructive of morale and self-reliance disheartening,dispiriting demote v assign to a lower position; reduce in rank bump,relegate,break promote demotic n a simplified cursive form of the ancient hieratic script demotic n the modern Greek vernacular demotic adj of or written in or belonging to the form of modern Greek based on colloquial use demotic adj of or for the common people demotion n act of lowering in rank or position promotion dempsey n United States prizefighter who was world heavyweight champion (1895-1983) demulcent n a medication (in the form of an oil or salve etc.) that soothes inflamed or injured skin demulcent adj having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skin softening demure adj affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way coy demurely adv in a demure manner den n the habitation of wild animals lair den n a hiding place; usually a remote place used by outlaws hideout,hideaway den n a unit of 8 to 10 cub scouts den n a room that is comfortable and secluded denali n a mountain in south central Alaska; the highest peak in North America (20,300 feet high) mckinley denationalization n changing something from state to private ownership or control privatization nationalization denationalize v put under private control or ownership nationalize denature v add nonfissionable material to (fissionable material) so as to make unsuitable for use in an atomic bomb denature v modify (as a native protein) especially by heat, acid, alkali, or ultraviolet radiation so that all of the original properties are removed o denature v make (alcohol) unfit for drinking without impairing usefulness for other purposes denatured adj changed in nature or natural quality dendritic adj (neuroscience) of or relating to or resembling a dendrite dengue n an infectious disease of the tropics transmitted by mosquitoes and characterized by rash and aching head and joints denial n the act of refusing to comply (as with a request) denial n the act of asserting that something alleged is not true denial n (psychiatry) a defense mechanism that denies painful thoughts denial n renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others abnegation denier n a unit of measurement for the fineness of silk or nylon or rayon denier n any of various former European coins of different denominations denier n one who denies denigrate v cause to seem less serious; play down minimize,belittle denigrate v charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone defame,slander,smirch,asperse,smear,sully denigrating adj (used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign defamatory,libelous,slanderous denim n (used in the plural) close-fitting trousers of heavy denim for manual work or casual wear jeans denim n a coarse durable twill-weave cotton fabric jean denizen n a person who inhabits a particular place inhabitant,habitant,dweller denizen n a plant or animal naturalized in a region denmark n a constitutional monarchy in northern Europe; consists of the mainland of Jutland and many islands between the North Sea and the Baltic Sea denominate v assign a name or title to designate denomination n a group of religious congregations having its own organization and a distinctive faith denomination n a class of one kind of unit in a system of numbers or measures or weights or money denomination n identifying word or words by which someone or something is called and classified or distinguished from others appellation,designation denominational adj relating to or characteristic of a particular religious denomination denominational adj relating to the face value of a banknote, coin, or stamp denominational adj adhering or confined to a particular sect or denomination denominator n the divisor of a fraction denote v be a sign or indication of denote v have as a meaning refer denote v make known; make an announcement announce denouement n the outcome of a complex sequence of events denouement n the final resolution of the main complication of a literary or dramatic work denounce v speak out against denounce v to accuse or condemn or openly or formally or brand as disgraceful stigmatize,brand,mark denounce v announce the termination of, as of treaties denounce v give away information about somebody betray,rat,grass,shit,shop,snitch,stag dense adj permitting little if any light to pass through because of denseness of matter heavy,impenetrable dense adj hard to pass through because of dense growth thick dense adj having high relative density or specific gravity dense adj slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity dim,dull,dumb,obtuse,slow densely adv in a stupid manner dumbly densely adv in a concentrated manner thickly densitometer n a measuring instrument for determining optical or photographic density densitometer n a measuring instrument for determining density or specific gravity density n the amount per unit size density n the spatial property of being crowded together concentration,tightness,compactness dent n an appreciable consequence (especially a lessening) dent n a depression scratched or carved into a surface incision,scratch,prick,slit dent n an impression in a surface (as made by a blow) ding,gouge,nick dent v make a depression into indent dental n a consonant articulated with the tip of the tongue near the gum ridge alveolar dental adj of or relating to the teeth dental adj of or relating to dentistry dentate adj having toothlike projections in the margin dented adj of metal e.g. bent,crumpled dentin n a calcareous material harder and denser than bone that comprises the bulk of a tooth dentine dentin n bone (calcified tissue) surrounding the pulp cavity of a tooth dentine dentine n a calcareous material harder and denser than bone that comprises the bulk of a tooth dentin dentine n bone (calcified tissue) surrounding the pulp cavity of a tooth dentin dentist n a person qualified to practice dentistry dentistry n the branch of medicine dealing with the anatomy and development and diseases of the teeth dentition n the eruption through the gums of baby teeth teething dentition n the kind and number and arrangement of teeth (collectively) in a person or animal teeth denture n a dental appliance that artificially replaces missing teeth plate denude v lay bare bare,strip denuded adj without the natural or usual covering bald denunciation n a public act of denouncing denver n the state capital and largest city of Colorado; located in central Colorado on the South Platte river deny v declare untrue; contradict admit deny v refuse to accept or believe deny v refuse to grant, as of a petition or request deny v refuse to let have refuse allow deodar n tall East Indian cedar having spreading branches with nodding tips; highly valued for its appearance as well as its timber deodorant n a toiletry applied to the skin in order to mask unpleasant odors depart v move away from a place into another direction go depart v be at variance with; be out of line with deviate,vary,diverge depart v leave part,start depart v go away or leave quit stay departed n someone who is no longer alive deceased,decedent departed adj well in the past; former bygone,foregone,gone departed adj dead asleep,deceased,gone department n a specialized division of a large organization section department n the territorial and administrative division of some countries (such as France) department n a specialized sphere of knowledge departmental adj of or relating to a department departure n the act of departing going,leaving departure n a variation that deviates from the standard or norm deviation,divergence,difference departure n euphemistic expressions for death passing,loss,exit,expiration,going,release depend v be contingent upon (something that is elided) depend v have faith or confidence in count,bet,swear,rely,bank,look,calculate,reckon dependability n the quality of being dependable or reliable reliability dependable adj worthy of reliance or trust reliable dependable adj worthy of being depended on honest,reliable,true dependable adj consistent in performance or behavior dependable adj financially safe good,safe,secure dependence n the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else dependency dependence n being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic addiction,dependency dependency n the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else dependence dependency n being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic addiction,dependence dependency n a geographical area politically controlled by a distant country colony dependent n a person who relies on another person for support (especially financial support) dependent adj relying on or requiring a person or thing for support, supply, or what is needed independent dependent adj contingent on something else qualified dependent adj (of a clause) unable to stand alone syntactically as a complete sentence subordinate independent dependent adj held from above and hanging down pendant depersonalize v make impersonal or present as an object personalize depict v show in, or as in, a picture picture,render,show depict v give a description of describe,draw depict v make a portrait of portray,limn depicted adj represented graphically by sketch or design or lines pictured,portrayed depicting n a representation by picture or portraiture depiction,portraying,portrayal depiction n a graphic or vivid verbal description delineation,picture,characterization depiction n a representation by picture or portraiture depicting,portraying,portrayal depiction n a drawing of the outlines of forms or objects delineation depiction n representation by drawing or painting etc delineation,portrayal depilatory n a chemical (usually a sulfide) used to remove hair or wool or bristles from hides depilatory n a cosmetic for temporary removal of undesired hair depilatory adj able to remove hair or render hairless deplete v use up (resources or materials) consume,eat,exhaust depleted adj no longer sufficient low depletion n the act of decreasing something markedly depletion n the state of being depleted deplorable adj bad; unfortunate distressing,lamentable,pitiful,sad,sorry deplorable adj of very poor quality or condition execrable,miserable,woeful,wretched deplorable adj bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure condemnable,criminal,reprehensible,vicious deplore v express strong disapproval of deplore v regret strongly lament,bemoan deploy v place troops or weapons in battle formation deploy v to distribute systematically or strategically deployment n the distribution of forces in preparation for battle or work depopulate v reduce in population desolate depopulation n the condition of having reduced numbers of inhabitants (or no inhabitants at all) deport v behave in a certain manner behave,acquit,bear,conduct,comport,carry deport v hand over to the authorities of another country extradite,deliver deport v expel from a country expatriate,exile deportation n the act of expelling a person from their native land exile,expatriation,transportation deportation n the expulsion from a country of an undesirable alien deportee n a person who is expelled from home or country by authority exile deportment n (behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people demeanor,demeanour,behavior,behaviour,conduct depose v force to leave (an office) depose v make a deposition; declare under oath swear deposit n the phenomenon of sediment or gravel accumulating sedimentation deposit n matter that has been deposited by some natural process sediment deposit n the natural process of laying down a deposit of something deposition deposit n money deposited in a bank or some similar institution deposit v put, fix, force, or implant lodge,wedge,stick deposit v put into a bank account bank withdraw deposit v put (something somewhere) firmly situate,fix,posit depositary n a facility where things can be deposited for storage or safekeeping depository,deposit,repository deposition n the natural process of laying down a deposit of something deposit deposition n (law) a pretrial interrogation of a witness; usually conducted in a lawyer's office deposition n the act of putting something somewhere deposit deposition n the act of deposing someone; removing a powerful person from a position or office depositor n a person who has deposited money in a bank or similar institution depository n a facility where things can be deposited for storage or safekeeping deposit,depositary,repository depot n station where transport vehicles load or unload passengers or goods terminal,terminus depot n a depository for goods storehouse,storage,store depravation n moral perversion; impairment of virtue and moral principles corruption,degeneracy,depravity deprave v corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality corrupt,pervert,subvert,demoralize,debase,profane,vitiate,misdirect depraved adj deviating from what is considered moral or right or proper or good perverse,perverted,reprobate depravity n moral perversion; impairment of virtue and moral principles corruption,degeneracy,depravation depravity n a corrupt or depraved or degenerate act or practice turpitude deprecate v express strong disapproval of; deplore deprecate v belittle depreciate deprecating adj tending to diminish or disparage belittling,slighting depreciate v belittle deprecate depreciate v lower the value of something appreciate depreciate v lose in value undervalue,devaluate,devalue appreciate depreciating adj tending to decrease or cause a decrease in value depreciation n a decrease in price or value appreciation depreciation n decrease in value of an asset due to obsolescence or use depreciation n a communication that belittles somebody or something depredation n an act of plundering and pillaging and marauding predation depredation n (usually plural) a destructive action ravage depress v lower someone's spirits; make downhearted deject,dismay,demoralize elate depress v lower (prices or markets) depress v cause to drop or sink lower depress v press down depressant n a drug that reduces excitability and calms a person sedative,downer depressant adj capable of depressing physiological or psychological activity or response by a chemical agent stimulative depressed adj lower than previously down depressed adj flattened downward as if pressed from above or flattened along the dorsal and ventral surfaces depressed adj filled with melancholy and despondency gloomy,grim,blue,dispirited,down,downcast,low depressing adj causing sad feelings of gloom and inadequacy cheerful depressingly adv in a depressing manner or to a depressing degree depression n a mental state characterized by a pessimistic sense of inadequacy and a despondent lack of activity elation depression n a long-term economic state characterized by unemployment and low prices and low levels of trade and investment slump depression n a sunken or depressed geological formation depression n sad feelings of gloom and inadequacy depressive n someone suffering psychological depression deprivation n a state of extreme poverty privation,want deprivation n the disadvantage that results from losing something loss deprivation n act of depriving someone of food or money or rights privation deprive v take away possessions from someone strip,divest deprive v keep from having, keeping, or obtaining deprive v take away impoverish enrich deprived adj marked by deprivation especially of the necessities of life or healthful environmental influences disadvantaged depth n the extent downward or backward or inward depth n degree of psychological or intellectual profundity depth n (usually plural) a low moral state depth n the intellectual ability to penetrate deeply into ideas astuteness depths n (plural) the deepest and most remote part deputize v act as a substitute substitute deputize v appoint as a substitute deputy n someone authorized to exercise the powers of sheriff in emergencies deputy n an assistant with power to act when his superior is absent lieutenant deputy n a member of the lower chamber of a legislative assembly (such as in France) deputy n a person appointed to represent or act on behalf of others surrogate derail v cause to run off the tracks derail v run off or leave the rails jump derailment n an accident in which a train runs off its track derange v derange mentally, throw out of mental balance; make insane unbalance derange v throw into great confusion or disorder perturb deranged adj driven insane crazed derby n a felt hat that is round and hard with a narrow brim bowler derelict n a person without a home, job, or property derelict n a ship abandoned on the high seas derelict adj worn and broken down by hard use creaky,decrepit,woebegone derelict adj forsaken by owner or inhabitants abandoned,deserted derelict adj failing in what duty requires delinquent,neglectful,remiss derelict adj in deplorable condition bedraggled,dilapidated,ramshackle dereliction n a tendency to be negligent and uncaring delinquency dereliction n willful negligence deride v treat or speak of with contempt derision n contemptuous laughter derision n the act of deriding or treating with contempt ridicule derisive adj abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule jeering,mocking,taunting derisively adv in a disrespectful and mocking manner derivation n the source or origin from which something derives (i.e. comes or issues) derivation n (historical linguistics) an explanation of the historical origins of a word or phrase deriving derivation n a line of reasoning that shows how a conclusion follows logically from accepted propositions derivation n (descriptive linguistics) the process whereby new words are formed from existing words or bases by affixation derivative n the result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx differential derivative n a compound obtained from, or regarded as derived from, another compound derivative n a financial instrument whose value is based on another security derivative n (linguistics) a word that is derived from another word derivative adj resulting from or employing derivation derive v reason by deduction; establish by deduction deduce,infer,deduct derive v obtain gain derive v come from derive v develop or evolve from a latent or potential state derived adj formed or developed from something else; not original deriving n (historical linguistics) an explanation of the historical origins of a word or phrase derivation derma n the deep vascular inner layer of the skin dermis dermal adj of or relating to a cuticle or cuticula epidermal dermal adj of or relating to or located in the dermis dermic dermal adj relating to or existing on or affecting the skin cutaneous dermatitis n inflammation of the skin; skin becomes itchy and may develop blisters dermatological adj of or relating to or practicing dermatology dermatologist n a doctor who specializes in the physiology and pathology of the skin dermatology n the branch of medicine dealing with the skin and its diseases dermic adj of or relating to or located in the dermis dermal dermis n the deep vascular inner layer of the skin derma derogatory adj expressive of low opinion disparaging derrick n a framework erected over an oil well to allow drill tubes to be raised and lowered derrick n a simple crane having lifting tackle slung from a boom derringer n a pocket pistol of large caliber with a short barrel derv n diesel oil used in cars and lorries with diesel engines; from d(iesel) e(ngine) r(oad) v(ehicle) dervish n an ascetic Muslim monk; a member of an order noted for devotional exercises involving bodily movements des n a potent estrogen used in medicine and in feed for livestock and poultry des n synthetic nonsteroid with the properties of estrogen; formerly used to treat menstrual problems but was found to be associated with vaginal descartes n French philosopher and mathematician; developed dualistic theory of mind and matter; introduced the use of coordinates to locate a point in descend v move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way fall ascend descend v come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example derive,come descend v do something that one considers to be below one's dignity condescend,deign descend v come as if by falling fall,settle descendant n a person considered as descended from some ancestor descendent ancestor descendant adj going or coming down descendent descendant adj proceeding by descent from an ancestor descendent descendants n all of the offspring of a given progenitor posterity descendent n a person considered as descended from some ancestor descendant descendent adj going or coming down descendant descendent adj proceeding by descent from an ancestor descendant descending adj coming down or downward ascending descent n a movement downward descent n properties attributable to your ancestry origin,extraction descent n the act of changing your location in a downward direction descent n the kinship relation between an individual and the individual's progenitors lineage describable adj capable of being described describe v give a description of depict,draw describe v to give an account or representation of in words report,account describe v make a mark or lines on a surface trace,draw,line,delineate describe v identify as in botany or biology, for example identify,discover,key,distinguish,name described adj represented in words especially with sharpness and detail description n a statement that represents something in words description n the act of describing something description n sort or variety descriptive adj serving to describe or inform or characterized by description descriptive adj of or relating to an approach to linguistic analysis that aims at the description of a language's forms, structures and usage descry v catch sight of spot,espy,spy desecrate v violate the sacred character of a place or language profane,outrage,violate desecrate v remove the consecration from a person or an object consecrate desecrated adj treated with disrespect and contempt consecrated desecration n blasphemous behavior; the act of depriving something of its sacred character profanation,blasphemy,sacrilege desensitize v cause not to be sensitive sensitize desensitize v make insensitive sensitize desensitizing adj making less susceptible or sensitive to either physical or emotional stimuli desert n arid land with little or no vegetation desert n (usually plural) a person's deservingness of or entitlement to reward or punishment desert v leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch abandon,forsake,desolate desert v desert (a cause, a country or an army), often in order to join the opposing cause, country, or army defect desert v leave behind deserted adj forsaken by owner or inhabitants abandoned,derelict deserter n a disloyal person who betrays or deserts his cause or religion or political party or friend etc. apostate,renegade,turncoat deserter n a person who abandons their duty (as on a military post) defector desertion n withdrawing support or help despite allegiance or responsibility abandonment,defection desertion n the act of giving something up abandonment,forsaking deserve v be worthy or deserving merit deserved adj properly deserved merited deservedly adv as deserved deserving adj (often used ironically) worthy of being treated in a particular way worth desiccate v preserve by removing all water and liquids from dehydrate desiccate v remove water from dehydrate desiccate v lose water or moisture dehydrate desiccate adj lacking vitality or spirit; lifeless arid,desiccated desiccated adj thoroughly dried out desiccated adj preserved by removing natural moisture dried,dehydrated desiccated adj lacking vitality or spirit; lifeless arid,desiccate desiccation n dryness resulting from the removal of water dehydration desiccation n the process of extracting moisture dehydration,evaporation design n the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan) designing design n an arrangement scheme plan design n something intended as a guide for making something else blueprint,pattern design n a decorative or artistic work pattern,figure design v make or work out a plan for; devise plan,project,contrive design v plan something for a specific role or purpose or effect design v create the design for; create or execute in an artistic or highly skilled manner design v make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form plan designate v assign a name or title to denominate designate v give an assignment to (a person) to a post, or assign a task to (a person) delegate,assign designate v indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively indicate,point,show designate v decree or designate beforehand destine,fate,doom designate adj appointed but not yet installed in office designation n identifying word or words by which someone or something is called and classified or distinguished from others appellation,denomination designation n the act of putting a person into a non-elective position appointment,assignment,naming designation n the act of designating or identifying something identification designed adj done or made or performed with purpose and intent intentional,unintentional designer n a person who specializes in interior design designer n someone who creates plans to be used in making something (such as buildings) architect designer n someone who specializes in graphic design designer n a person who devises plots or intrigues designing n the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan) design designing adj concealing crafty designs for advancing your own interest scheming desirability n the quality of being worthy of desiring desirability n attractiveness to the opposite sex oomph desirable adj worth having or seeking or achieving undesirable desirable adj worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse suitable,worthy desire n the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state desire n an inclination to want things desire n something that is desired desire v feel or have a desire for; want strongly want desire v expect and wish hope,trust desire v express a desire for desired adj wanted intensely craved desirous adj having or expressing desire for something wishful desist v choose not to consume abstain,refrain desk n a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments desktop n the top of a desk desktop n (computer science) the area of the screen in graphical user interfaces against which icons and windows appear background desmid n freshwater green algae desolate v leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch abandon,forsake,desert desolate v reduce in population depopulate desolate v cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly waste,devastate,ravage,scourge desolate adj providing no shelter or sustenance bare,barren,bleak,stark desolate adj crushed by grief desolation n the state of being decayed or destroyed devastation desolation n a bleak and desolate atmosphere bleakness,bareness desolation n sadness resulting from being forsaken or abandoned loneliness desolation n an event that results in total destruction devastation despair n a state in which all hope is lost or absent desperation despair n the feeling that everything is wrong and nothing will turn out well hope despair v abandon hope; give up hope; lose heart hope despairing adj arising from or marked by despair or loss of hope desperate despatch n an official report (usually sent in haste) dispatch,communique despatch n the property of being prompt and efficient dispatch,expedition despatch n killing a person or animal dispatch despatch n the act of sending off something dispatch,shipment despatch v send away towards a designated goal dispatch desperado n a bold outlaw (especially on the American frontier) desperate n a person who is frightened and in need of help desperate adj arising from or marked by despair or loss of hope despairing desperate adj desperately determined desperate adj (of persons) dangerously reckless or violent as from urgency or despair desperate adj showing extreme courage; especially of actions courageously undertaken in desperation as a last resort heroic desperately adv with great urgency urgently desperately adv in intense despair desperation n a state in which all hope is lost or absent despair desperation n desperate recklessness despicable adj morally reprehensible ugly,vile,slimy,unworthy,worthless,wretched despise v look down on with disdain contemn,scorn,disdain despised adj treated with dislike or contempt detested,hated,scorned despising n a feeling of scornful hatred despite n lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike contempt,disdain,scorn despite n contemptuous disregard despond v lose confidence or hope; become dejected despondency n feeling downcast and disheartened and hopeless despondent adj without or almost without hope despot n a cruel and oppressive dictator tyrant,autocrat despotic adj belonging to or having the characteristics of a despot despotic adj ruled by or characteristic of a despot despotic adj characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty authoritarian,autocratic,dictatorial,tyrannical despotism n dominance through threat of punishment and violence absolutism,tyranny despotism n a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.) dictatorship,absolutism,authoritarianism,stalinism,totalitarianism,tyranny dessert n a dish served as the last course of a meal sweet destabilize v become unstable stabilize destabilize v make unstable stabilize destination n the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey) finish,goal destination n the ultimate goal for which something is done terminus destination n written directions for finding some location; written on letters or packages that are to be delivered to that location address destine v decree or designate beforehand fate,doom,designate destine v design or destine intend,designate,specify destined adj headed or intending to head in a certain direction; often used as a combining form as in `college-bound students' bound destined adj (usually followed by `to') governed by fate bound destiny n an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future fate destiny n the ultimate agency regarded as predetermining the course of events (often personified as a woman) fate destiny n your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) fortune,fate,luck,lot,circumstances,portion destitute adj poor enough to need help from others impoverished,indigent,necessitous,needy destitute adj completely wanting or lacking barren,devoid,free,innocent destitution n a state without friends or money or prospects destroy v do away with, cause the destruction or undoing of destruct destroy v destroy completely; damage irreparably ruin destroy v defeat soundly and humiliatingly demolish destroy v put (an animal) to death destroyable adj capable of being destroyed destroyed adj spoiled or ruined or demolished preserved destroyed adj destroyed physically or morally ruined destroyer n a small fast lightly armored but heavily armed warship destroyer n a person who destroys or ruins or lays waste to waster destruct v destroy (one's own missile or rocket) destruct v do away with, cause the destruction or undoing of destroy destruction n the termination of something by causing so much damage to it that it cannot be repaired or no longer exists devastation destruction n an event (or the result of an event) that completely destroys something demolition destruction n a final state end,death destructive adj causing destruction or much damage constructive destructiveness n the quality of causing destruction desultory adj marked by lack of definite plan or regularity or purpose; jumping from one thing to another detach v cause to become detached or separated; take off attach detach v separate (a small unit) from a larger, especially for a special assignment detach v come to be detached attach detachable adj designed to be unfastened or disconnected without damage attachable detached adj showing lack of emotional involvement uninvolved detached adj being or feeling set or kept apart from others isolated,separated detached adj no longer connected or joined separated detached adj used of buildings; standing apart from others attached detachment n avoiding emotional involvement withdrawal detachment n the act of releasing from an attachment or connection disengagement detachment n the state of being isolated or detached insulation,insularity detachment n a small unit of troops of special composition detail n an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole item,point detail n a small part that can be considered separately from the whole particular,item detail n extended treatment of particulars detail n a crew of workers selected for a particular task detail v provide details for detail v assign to a specific task detailed adj developed or executed with care and in minute detail elaborate,elaborated detailing n an individualized description of a particular instance details n true confidential information detain v deprive of freedom; take into confinement confine detain v stop or halt stay,delay detain v cause to be slowed down or delayed delay detainee n some held in custody detainment n a state of being confined (usually for a short time) detention,hold,custody detect v discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of observe,find,discover,notice detectable adj capable of being detected noticeable detectable adj easily seen or detected perceptible detected adj perceived or discerned undetected detected adj perceived with the mind detecting n a police investigation to determine the perpetrator detection,sleuthing detection n the perception that something has occurred or some state exists sensing detection n the act of detecting something; catching sight of something catching,spying,spotting detection n the detection that a signal is being received detection n a police investigation to determine the perpetrator detecting,sleuthing detective n a police officer who investigates crimes investigator,tec detective n an investigator engaged or employed in obtaining information not easily available to the public detector n any device that receives a signal or stimulus (as heat or pressure or light or motion etc.) and responds to it in a distinctive manner sensor detector n rectifier that extracts modulation from a radio carrier wave detector n electronic equipment that detects the presence of radio signals or radioactivity detention n a state of being confined (usually for a short time) detainment,hold,custody detention n a punishment in which a student must stay at school after others have gone home deter v try to prevent; show opposition to discourage deter v turn away from by persuasion dissuade detergent n a surface-active chemical widely used in industry and laundering detergent n a cleansing agent that differs from soap but can also emulsify oils and hold dirt in suspension detergent adj having cleansing power deteriorate v become worse or disintegrate deteriorate v grow worse devolve,drop,degenerate recuperate deterioration n a symptom of reduced quality or strength impairment deterioration n process of changing to an inferior state declension,worsening determent n a communication that makes you afraid to try something deterrence,intimidation determinable adj capable of being determined or limited or fixed determinant n a determining or causal element or factor determiner,determinative determinant n the site on the surface of an antigen molecule to which an antibody attaches itself determinant n a square matrix used to solve simultaneous equations determinant adj having the power or quality of deciding deciding,determinative,determining determinate adj precisely determined or limited or defined; especially fixed by rule or by a specific and constant cause indeterminate determinate adj not continuing to grow indefinitely at the apex indeterminate determinate adj supplying or being a final or conclusive settlement definitive determination n the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation finding determination n the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose purpose determination n a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration decision,conclusion determination n deciding or controlling something's outcome or nature determinative n one of a limited class of noun modifiers that determine the referents of noun phrases determiner determinative n a determining or causal element or factor determinant,determiner determinative adj having the power or quality of deciding deciding,determinant,determining determine v establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study find,ascertain determine v shape or influence; give direction to shape,mold,influence,regulate determine v fix conclusively or authoritatively set determine v decide upon or fix definitely specify,set,define,fix,limit determined adj characterized by great determination determined adj having been learned or found or determined especially by investigation undetermined determined adj devoting full strength and concentrated attention to determined adj determined or decided upon as by an authority dictated,set determinedly adv with determination; in a determined manner determinedly adv with ambition; in an ambitious and energetic manner ambitiously determiner n an argument that is conclusive clincher determiner n one of a limited class of noun modifiers that determine the referents of noun phrases determinative determiner n a determining or causal element or factor determinant,determinative determining adj having the power or quality of deciding deciding,determinant,determinative determinism n (philosophy) a philosophical theory holding that all events are inevitable consequences of antecedent sufficient causes; often understood as determinist n anyone who submits to the belief that they are powerless to change their destiny fatalist deterministic adj an inevitable consequence of antecedent sufficient causes deterrence n a negative motivational influence deterrence n a communication that makes you afraid to try something determent,intimidation deterrence n the act or process of discouraging actions or preventing occurrences by instilling fear or doubt or anxiety deterrent n something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress hindrance,impediment,balk,baulk,check,handicap deterrent adj tending to deter detest v dislike intensely; feel antipathy or aversion towards hate detestable adj offensive to the mind abhorrent,obscene,repugnant,repulsive detestable adj unequivocally detestable abominable,execrable,odious detested adj treated with dislike or contempt despised,hated,scorned dethrone v remove a monarch from the throne detonate v cause to burst with a violent release of energy explode detonate v burst and release energy as through a violent chemical or physical reaction explode detonation n a violent release of energy caused by a chemical or nuclear reaction explosion,blowup detonation n the act of detonating an explosive detonator n a mechanical or electrical explosive device or a small amount of explosive; can be used to initiate the reaction of a disrupting explosive cap detour n a roundabout road (especially one that is used temporarily while a main route is blocked) detour v travel via a detour detox n the hospital ward or clinic in which patients are detoxified detox v treat for alcohol or drug dependence detoxify detoxification n a treatment for addiction to drugs or alcohol intended to remove the physiological effects of the addictive substances detoxification n treatment for poisoning by neutralizing the toxic properties (normally a function of the liver) detoxify v remove poison from detoxify v treat for alcohol or drug dependence detox detract v take away a part from; diminish detractor n one who disparages or belittles the worth of something knocker detriment n a damage or loss hurt detrimental adj (sometimes followed by `to') causing harm or injury damaging,prejudicial detritus n the remains of something that has been destroyed or broken up debris,dust,junk,rubble detritus n loose material (stone fragments and silt etc) that is worn away from rocks detroit n the largest city in Michigan and a major Great Lakes port; center of the United States automobile industry; located in southeastern Michigan motown deuce n a tie in tennis or table tennis that requires winning two successive points to win the game deuce n the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number two deuce n a word used in exclamations of confusion devil,dickens deuce n one of the four playing cards in a deck that have two spots two deuced adj expletives used informally as intensifiers blasted,blame,blamed,blessed,damn,damned,darned,goddam deuterium n an isotope of hydrogen which has one neutron (as opposed to zero neutrons in hydrogen) deutschland n a republic in central Europe; split into East Germany and West Germany after World War II and reunited in 1990 germany devaluate v remove the value from; deprive of its value devalue devaluate v lose in value depreciate,undervalue,devalue devaluation n an official lowering of a nation's currency; a decrease in the value of a country's currency relative to that of foreign countries devaluation n the reduction of something's value or worth devalue v remove the value from; deprive of its value devaluate devalue v lower the value or quality of devalue v lose in value depreciate,undervalue,devaluate devalued adj lowered in value debased,degraded devastate v cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly waste,desolate,ravage,scourge devastate v overwhelm or overpower devastating adj making light of annihilating,withering devastating adj wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction annihilating,withering devastating adj physically or spiritually devastating; often used in combination crushing devastation n the state of being decayed or destroyed desolation devastation n the feeling of being confounded or overwhelmed devastation n an event that results in total destruction desolation devastation n plundering with excessive damage and destruction ravaging develop v make something new, such as a product or a mental or artistic creation develop v work out evolve,germinate develop v gain through experience acquire,evolve develop v come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) grow,produce,get,acquire developed adj being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful undeveloped developed adj (used of societies) having high industrial development developed adj (of real estate) made more useful and profitable as by building or laying out roads developer n someone who develops real estate (especially someone who prepares a site for residential or commercial use) developer n photographic equipment consisting of a chemical solution for developing film developing n processing a photosensitive material in order to make an image visible development developing adj relating to societies in which capital needed to industrialize is in short supply underdeveloped development n act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining development n a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage) evolution development n (biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changin growth,growing,maturation,ontogeny development n a recent event that has some relevance for the present situation developmental adj of or relating to or constituting development developmentally adv with respect to development devi n Hindu mother goddess; supreme power in the universe; wife or embodiment of the female energy of Siva having both beneficent and malevolent f deviant n a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior pervert,deviate,degenerate deviant adj markedly different from an accepted norm aberrant,deviate deviate n a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior pervert,deviant,degenerate deviate v turn aside; turn away from divert deviate v be at variance with; be out of line with vary,diverge,depart conform deviate v cause to turn away from a previous or expected course deviate adj markedly different from an accepted norm aberrant,deviant deviation n a variation that deviates from the standard or norm divergence,departure,difference deviation n the difference between an observed value and the expected value of a variable or function deviation n the error of a compass due to local magnetic disturbances deviation n deviate behavior device n an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose device n something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effect device n any clever maneuver gimmick,twist device n any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery) devices n an inclination or desire; used in the plural in the phrase `left to your own devices' devil n (Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind; master of Hell satan,lucifer,beelzebub devil n an evil supernatural being fiend,demon,daemon,daimon devil n a word used in exclamations of confusion deuce,dickens devil n a rowdy or mischievous person (usually a young man) hellion,heller devil v cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations annoy,rag,bother,irritate,rile,nark,nettle,gravel devil v coat or stuff with a spicy paste devilish adj showing the cunning or ingenuity or wickedness typical of a devil diabolical devilish adj playful in an appealingly bold way devilish adv in a playfully devilish manner devilishly devilishly adv as a devil; in an evil manner devilishly adv in a playfully devilish manner devilish devilishly adv (used as intensives) extremely madly,insanely,deadly devilment n reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others mischief,mischievousness,shenanigan devilwood n small tree of southern United States having panicles of dull white flowers followed by dark purple fruits devious adj indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading oblique devious adj characterized by insincerity or deceit; evasive shifty devious adj deviating from a straight course circuitous,roundabout devise n a will disposing of real property devise n (law) a gift of real property by will devise v come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort invent,contrive,formulate,forge devise v arrange by systematic planning and united effort organize,prepare,machinate devise v give by will, especially real property devising n the act that results in something coming to be fashioning,making devoid adj completely wanting or lacking barren,destitute,free,innocent devoir n formal expression of respect devolution n the process of declining from a higher to a lower level of effective power or vitality or essential quality degeneration evolution devolution n the delegation of authority (especially from a central to a regional government) devolve v pass on or delegate to another devolve v be inherited by fall,return,pass devolve v grow worse deteriorate,drop,degenerate devon n a county in southwestern England devonshire devon n red dual-purpose cattle of English origin devonian n from 405 million to 345 million years ago; preponderance of fishes and appearance of amphibians and ammonites devonshire n a county in southwestern England devon devote v give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause give,dedicate,consecrate,commit devote v dedicate give,pay devote v set aside or apart for a specific purpose or use devoted adj zealous in devotion or affection devoted adj (followed by `to') dedicated exclusively to a purpose or use devotee n an ardent follower and admirer fan,buff,lover devotion n feelings of ardent love devotion n commitment to some purpose devotion n religious zeal; the willingness to serve God veneration devotion n (usually plural) religious observance or prayers (usually spoken silently) devotional n a short religious service devotional adj relating to worship devour v destroy completely devour v enjoy avidly devour v eat up completely, as with great appetite demolish,down,consume devour v eat greedily guttle,raven,pig devouring adj (often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous avid,greedy devout adj deeply religious devout adj sincerely earnest dear,earnest,heartfelt devoutly adv in a devout and pious manner piously dew n water that has condensed on a cool surface overnight from water vapor in the air dewar n vacuum flask that holds liquid air or helium for scientific experiments dewar n Scottish chemist and physicist noted for his work in cryogenics and his invention of the Dewar flask (1842-1923) dewberry n any of several trailing blackberry brambles especially of North America dewberry n blackberry-like fruits of any of several trailing blackberry bushes dewey n United States librarian who founded the decimal system of classification (1851-1931) dewey n a United States naval officer remembered for his victory at Manila Bay in the Spanish-American War dewey n United States pragmatic philosopher who advocated progressive education (1859-1952) dewlap n a hanging fold of loose skin on an elderly person's neck dewy adj wet with dew dexter adj on or starting from the wearer's right dexterity n adroitness in using the hands sleight dexterous adj skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands deft,dextrous dextrin n any of various polysaccharides obtained by hydrolysis of starch; a tasteless and odorless gummy substance that is used as a thickening agent dextrose n an isomer of glucose that is found in honey and sweet fruits dextrous adj skillful in physical movements; especially of the hands deft,dexterous dharma n basic principles of the cosmos; also: an ancient sage in Hindu mythology worshipped as a god by some lower castes dhole n fierce wild dog of the forests of central and southeast Asia that hunts in packs dhow n a lateen-rigged sailing vessel used by Arabs dia n an intelligence agency of the United States in the Department of Defense; is responsible for providing intelligence in support of military p diabetes n a polygenic disease characterized by abnormally high glucose levels in the blood; any of several metabolic disorders marked by excessive uri diabetic n someone who has diabetes diabetic adj of or relating to or causing diabetes diabetic adj suffering from diabetes diabolical adj showing the cunning or ingenuity or wickedness typical of a devil devilish diabolical adj extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell demonic,fiendish,hellish,infernal,satanic,unholy diachronic adj used of the study of a phenomenon (especially language) as it changes through time historical synchronic diacritic n a mark added to a letter to indicate a special pronunciation diacritic adj capable of distinguishing diacritical diacritical adj capable of distinguishing diacritic diadem n an ornamental jeweled headdress signifying sovereignty crown diagnose v determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis name diagnose v subject to a medical analysis diagnosing n identifying the nature or cause of some phenomenon diagnosis diagnosis n identifying the nature or cause of some phenomenon diagnosing diagnostic adj concerned with diagnosis; used for furthering diagnosis diagnostic adj characteristic or indicative of a disease symptomatic diagnostics n the branch of medical science dealing with the classification of disease diagonal n (geometry) a straight line connecting any two vertices of a polygon that are not adjacent diagonal n a line or cut across a fabric that is not at right angles to a side of the fabric bias diagonal n an oblique line of squares of the same color on a checkerboard diagonal n (mathematics) a set of entries in a square matrix running diagonally either from the upper left to lower right entry or running from the upp diagonal adj connecting two nonadjacent corners of a plane figure or any two corners of a solid that are not in the same face diagonal adj having an oblique or slanted direction aslant,aslope,slanted,slanting,sloping diagonally adv in a diagonal manner diagram n a drawing intended to explain how something works; a drawing showing the relation between the parts diagram v make a schematic or technical drawing of that shows interactions among variables or how something is constructed plot diagrammatic adj shown or represented by diagrams dial n the face of a timepiece; graduated to show the hours dial n the control on a radio or television set that is used for tuning dial n the circular graduated indicator on various measuring instruments dial n a disc on a telephone that is rotated a fixed distance for each number called dial v operate a dial to select a telephone number dial v choose by means of a dial dialect n the usage or vocabulary that is characteristic of a specific group of people idiom,accent dialectic n any formal system of reasoning that arrives at the truth by the exchange of logical arguments dialectic n a contradiction of ideas that serves as the determining factor in their interaction dialectic adj of or relating to or employing dialectic dialectical dialectical adj of or relating to or employing dialectic dialectic dialog n a conversation between two persons dialogue dialog n the lines spoken by characters in drama or fiction dialogue dialog n a literary composition in the form of a conversation between two people dialogue dialogue n a conversation between two persons dialog dialogue n the lines spoken by characters in drama or fiction dialog dialogue n a literary composition in the form of a conversation between two people dialog dialogue n a discussion intended to produce an agreement negotiation,talks dialysis n separation of substances in solution by means of their unequal diffusion through semipermeable membranes diamagnetic adj relating to or exhibiting diamagnetism; slightly repelled by a magnet diamagnetism n phenomenon exhibited by materials like copper or bismuth that become magnetized in a magnetic field with a polarity opposite to the magnetic diameter n the length of a straight line passing through the center of a circle and connecting two points on the circumference diameter n a straight line connecting the center of a circle with two points on its perimeter (or the center of a sphere with two points on its surface diametrically adv as from opposite ends of a diameter diamine n any organic compound containing two amino groups diamond n a transparent piece of diamond that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem diamond n very hard native crystalline carbon valued as a gem adamant diamond n a parallelogram with four equal sides; an oblique-angled equilateral parallelogram rhombus,rhomb diamond n a playing card in the minor suit that has one or more red rhombuses on it diamondback n large deadly rattlesnake with diamond-shaped markings diana n English aristocrat who was the first wife of Prince Charles; her death in an automobile accident in Paris produced intense national mourning diana n (Roman mythology) virgin goddess of the hunt and the Moon; counterpart of Greek Artemis diaper n garment consisting of a folded cloth drawn up between the legs and fastened at the waist; worn by infants to catch excrement nappy,napkin diaper n a fabric (usually cotton or linen) with a distinctive woven pattern of small repeated figures diaphanous adj so thin as to transmit light gossamer,sheer,transparent,vaporous diaphragm n a mechanical device in a camera that controls size of aperture of the lens stop diaphragm n (anatomy) a muscular partition separating the abdominal and thoracic cavities; functions in respiration midriff diaphragm n a contraceptive device consisting of a flexible dome-shaped cup made of rubber or plastic; it is filled with spermicide and fitted over the diaphragm n electro-acoustic transducer that vibrates to receive or produce sound waves diapsid n reptile having a pair of openings in the skull behind each eye diarrhea n frequent and watery bowel movements; can be a symptom of infection or food poisoning or colitis or a gastrointestinal tumor diarrhoea diarrhoea n frequent and watery bowel movements; can be a symptom of infection or food poisoning or colitis or a gastrointestinal tumor diarrhea diary n a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations journal diary n a personal journal (as a physical object) dias n Portuguese explorer who in 1488 was the first European to get round the Cape of Good Hope (thus establishing a sea route from the Atlantic t diaz diaspora n the body of Jews (or Jewish communities) outside Palestine or modern Israel diaspora n the dispersion of the Jews outside Israel; from the destruction of the temple in Jerusalem in 587-86 BC when they were exiled to Babylonia u diaspora n the dispersion or spreading of something that was originally localized (as a people or language or culture) diastole n the widening of the chambers of the heart between two contractions when the chambers fill with blood diastolic adj of or relating to a diastole or happening during a diastole diastrophism n the process of deformation that produces continents and ocean basins in the earth's crust diathermy n a method of physical therapy that involves generating local heat in body tissues by high-frequency electromagnetic currents diathesis n constitutional predisposition to a particular disease or abnormality diatom n microscopic unicellular marine or freshwater colonial alga having cell walls impregnated with silica diatomic adj of or relating to a molecule made up of two atoms diatonic adj based on the standard major or minor scales consisting of 5 tones and 2 semitones without modulation by accidentals diatonic adj based on or using the five tones and two semitones of the major or minor scales of western music diatribe n thunderous verbal attack diaz n Portuguese explorer who in 1488 was the first European to get round the Cape of Good Hope (thus establishing a sea route from the Atlantic t dias diazepam n a tranquilizer (trade name Valium) used to relieve anxiety and relax muscles; acts by enhancing the inhibitory actions of the neurotransmitt valium diazoxide n vasodilator (trade name Hyperstat) used to treat severe hypertension dibble n a wooden hand tool with a pointed end; used to make holes in the ground for planting seeds or bulbs dibble v plant with a wooden hand tool dibble v make a hole with a wooden hand tool dibs n a claim of rights dice n a small cube with 1 to 6 spots on the six faces; used in gambling to generate random numbers die dice v cut into cubes cube dice v play dice dicer n a mechanical device used for dicing food dicey adj of uncertain outcome; especially fraught with risk chancy,chanceful,dodgy dichotomy n being twofold; a classification into two opposed parts or subclasses duality dichromate n a salt of the hypothetical dichromic acid dick n someone who is a detective gumshoe dick n obscene terms for penis cock,prick,shaft,pecker,tool,putz dickens n a word used in exclamations of confusion devil,deuce dickens n English writer whose novels depicted and criticized social injustice (1812-1870) dickensian adj of or like the novels of Charles Dickens (especially with regard to poor social and economic conditions) dicker v negotiate the terms of an exchange bargain dickey n a small third seat in the back of an old-fashioned two-seater dickie,dicky dickey n a man's detachable insert (usually starched) to simulate the front of a shirt dickie,dicky dickey adj (British informal) faulty dicky dickhead n insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous asshole,bastard,cocksucker,shit,motherfucker,prick,whoreson,sob dickie n a small third seat in the back of an old-fashioned two-seater dickey,dicky dickie n a man's detachable insert (usually starched) to simulate the front of a shirt dickey,dicky dickinson n United States poet noted for her mystical and unrhymed poems (1830-1886) dicky n a small third seat in the back of an old-fashioned two-seater dickey,dickie dicky n a man's detachable insert (usually starched) to simulate the front of a shirt dickey,dickie dicky adj (British informal) faulty dickey dictaphone n a tape recorder that records and reproduces dictation dictate n an authoritative rule dictate n a guiding principle dictate v issue commands or orders for order,prescribe dictate v say out loud for the purpose of recording dictate v rule as a dictator dictated adj determined or decided upon as by an authority determined,set dictation n an authoritative direction or instruction to do something command,bid,bidding dictation n speech intended for reproduction in writing dictation n matter that has been dictated and transcribed; a dictated passage dictator n a speaker who dictates to a secretary or a recording machine dictator n a ruler who is unconstrained by law potentate dictator n a person who behaves in a tyrannical manner authoritarian dictatorial adj of or characteristic of a dictator dictatorial adj expecting unquestioning obedience authoritarian,overbearing dictatorial adj characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty authoritarian,autocratic,despotic,tyrannical dictatorship n a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.) absolutism,authoritarianism,despotism,stalinism,totalitarianism,tyranny diction n the articulation of speech regarded from the point of view of its intelligibility to the audience diction n the manner in which something is expressed in words wording,phrasing,phraseology,verbiage dictionary n a reference book containing an alphabetical list of words with information about them lexicon dictum n an authoritative declaration pronouncement dictum n an opinion voiced by a judge on a point of law not directly bearing on the case in question and therefore not binding didactic adj instructive (especially excessively) diddle v deprive of by deceit victimize,swindle,rook,defraud,scam,mulct,con diddle v manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination toy,fiddle,play dido n (Roman mythology) a princess of Tyre who was the founder and queen of Carthage; Virgil tells of her suicide when she was abandoned by Aeneas die n a small cube with 1 to 6 spots on the six faces; used in gambling to generate random numbers dice die n a device used for shaping metal die n a cutting tool that is fitted into a diestock and used for cutting male (external) screw threads on screws or bolts or pipes or rods die v pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life decease,perish,go,exit,expire,pass,conk,choke die v suffer or face the pain of death die v be brought to or as if to the point of death by an intense emotion such as embarrassment, amusement, or shame die v stop operating or functioning fail,go,break diehard n one who adheres to traditional views traditionalist dielectric n a material such as glass or porcelain with negligible electrical or thermal conductivity insulator diesel n German engineer (born in France) who invented the diesel engine (1858-1913) diesel n an internal-combustion engine that burns heavy oil diesis n a character used in printing to indicate a cross reference or footnote diet n a prescribed selection of foods diet n a legislative assembly in certain countries (e.g., Japan) diet n the usual food and drink consumed by an organism (person or animal) diet n the act of restricting your food intake (or your intake of particular foods) dieting diet v follow a regimen or a diet, as for health reasons diet v eat sparingly, for health reasons or to lose weight dietary n a regulated daily food allowance dietary adj of or relating to the diet dietetic dieter n a person who diets dietetic adj of or relating to the diet dietary dietician n a specialist in the study of diet and nutrition dietitian dieting n the act of restricting your food intake (or your intake of particular foods) diet dietitian n a specialist in the study of diet and nutrition dietician dietrich n French philosopher (born in Germany) famous as being one of the first self-described atheists in Europe dietrich n United States film actress (born in Germany) who made many films with Josef von Sternberg and later was a successful cabaret star (1901-1992 differ v be different equal differ v be of different opinions disagree,dissent difference n the quality of being unlike or dissimilar sameness difference n a variation that deviates from the standard or norm deviation,divergence,departure difference n a disagreement or argument about something important dispute,conflict difference n a significant change different adj unlike in nature or quality or form or degree same different adj distinctly separate from the first different adj differing from all others; not ordinary different adj distinct or separate differential n the result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx derivative differential n a quality that differentiates between similar things differential n a bevel gear that permits rotation of two shafts at different speeds; used on the rear axle of automobiles to allow wheels to rotate at diff differential adj relating to or showing a difference differential adj involving or containing one or more derivatives differentiate v mark as different distinguish,separate,secern,tell differentiate v be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense distinguish,mark differentiate v calculate a derivative; take the derivative integrate differentiate v become different during development differentiated adj made different (especially in the course of development) or shown to be different undifferentiated differentiated adj exhibiting biological specialization; adapted during development to a specific function or environment differentiation n a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes distinction differentiation n the mathematical process of obtaining the derivative of a function differentiation n (biology) the structural adaptation of some body part for a particular function specialization differently adv in another and different manner otherwise difficult adj not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure hard easy difficult adj hard to control unmanageable difficulty n an effort that is inconvenient trouble difficulty n a factor causing trouble in achieving a positive result or tending to produce a negative result difficulty n a condition or state of affairs almost beyond one's ability to deal with and requiring great effort to bear or overcome difficulty n the quality of being difficult ease diffident adj showing modest reserve diffident adj lacking self-confidence shy,timid,unsure confident diffract v undergo diffraction diffraction n when light passes sharp edges or goes through narrow slits the rays are deflected and produce fringes of light and dark bands diffuse v move outward spread diffuse v spread or diffuse through permeate,pervade,penetrate,interpenetrate,imbue,riddle diffuse v cause to become widely known circulate,circularize,distribute,disseminate,propagate,broadcast,spread,disperse diffuse adj spread out; not concentrated in one place diffuse adj (of light) transmitted from a broad light source or reflected soft,diffused diffuse adj lacking conciseness diffused adj (of light rays) subjected to scattering by reflection from a rough surface or transmission through a translucent material diffused adj (of light) transmitted from a broad light source or reflected soft,diffuse diffuser n baffle that distributes sound waves evenly diffuser n optical device that distributes the light of a lamp evenly diffusing adj spreading by diffusion dispersive diffusion n (physics) the process in which there is movement of a substance from an area of high concentration of that substance to an area of lower con diffusion n the spread of social institutions (and myths and skills) from one society to another diffusion n the property of being diffused or dispersed dissemination diffusion n the act of dispersing or diffusing something dispersion,dispersal,dissemination dig n the site of an archeological exploration excavation dig n an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect shot,shaft,slam,barb,jibe,gibe dig n a small gouge (as in the cover of a book) dig n the act of digging excavation,digging dig v turn up, loosen, or remove earth delve dig v create by digging dig v work hard labor,labour,toil,travail,grind,drudge,moil dig v remove, harvest, or recover by digging digest n a periodical that summarizes the news digest n something that is compiled (as into a single book or file) compilation digest v convert food into absorbable substances digest v arrange and integrate in the mind digest v put up with something or somebody unpleasant endure,stomach,bear,stand,tolerate,support,brook,abide digest v become assimilated into the body digester n autoclave consisting of a vessel in which plant or animal materials are digested digestible adj capable of being converted into assimilable condition in the alimentary canal digestion n the process of decomposing organic matter (as in sewage) by bacteria or by chemical action or heat digestion n the organic process by which food is converted into substances that can be absorbed into the body digestion n learning and coming to understand ideas and information digestive n any substance that promotes digestion digestive adj relating to or having the power to cause or promote digestion digger n a laborer who digs digger n a machine for excavating excavator,shovel digging n the act of digging excavation,dig digit n one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration figure digit n the length of breadth of a finger used as a linear measure finger digit n a finger or toe in human beings or corresponding body part in other vertebrates dactyl digital adj displaying numbers rather than scale positions digital adj relating to or performed with the fingers digital adj of a circuit or device that represents magnitudes in digits analogue digitalis n a powerful cardiac stimulant obtained from foxglove digitalis n any of several plants of the genus Digitalis foxglove digitally adv by means of the fingers digitally adv in terms of integers digitate adj resembling a finger digitize v put into digital form, as for use in a computer dignified adj having or expressing dignity; especially formality or stateliness in bearing or appearance undignified dignified adj having or showing self-esteem dignify v confer dignity or honor upon ennoble dignify v raise the status of dignitary n an important or influential (and often overbearing) person vip dignity n the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect dignity n formality in bearing and appearance gravitas dignity n high office or rank or station digress v lose clarity or turn aside especially from the main subject of attention or course of argument in writing, thinking, or speaking stray,divagate,wander digress v wander from a direct or straight course sidetrack,depart,straggle digression n a message that departs from the main subject aside,parenthesis digression n a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern) diversion,deviation,deflection digression n wandering from the main path of a journey excursion digs n an excavation for ore or precious stones or for archaeology digs n temporary living quarters lodgings,pad dijon n an industrial city in eastern France to the north of Lyons dike n (slang) offensive term for a lesbian who is noticeably masculine butch dike n a barrier constructed to contain the flow of water or to keep out the sea dam dike v enclose with a dike dilapidate v bring into a condition of decay or partial ruin by neglect or misuse dilapidate v fall into decay or ruin decay,crumble dilapidated adj in deplorable condition bedraggled,derelict,ramshackle dilatation n the state of being stretched beyond normal dimensions distension dilatation n the act of expanding an aperture dilation dilate v become wider distend dilate v add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing elaborate,exposit,enlarge,expand,expound dilation n a lengthy discussion (spoken or written) on a particular topic dilation n the act of expanding an aperture dilatation dilatory adj wasting time laggard,poky,pokey dildo n a vibrating device that substitutes for an erect penis to provide vaginal stimulation dilemma n state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options quandary dilettante n an amateur who engages in an activity without serious intentions and who pretends to have knowledge dabbler dilettante adj showing frivolous or superficial interest; amateurish diligence n conscientiousness in paying proper attention to a task; giving the degree of care required in a given situation diligence n persevering determination to perform a task industry diligence n a diligent effort application diligent adj quietly and steadily persevering especially in detail or exactness persevering diligent adj characterized by care and perseverance in carrying out tasks negligent diligently adv with diligence; in a diligent manner dill n aromatic Old World herb having aromatic threadlike foliage and seeds used as seasoning dill n aromatic threadlike foliage of the dill plant used as seasoning dillydally v postpone doing what one should be doing procrastinate,stall dilute v lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture thin,reduce,cut dilute v corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones load,adulterate,stretch,debase dilute adj reduced in strength or concentration or quality or purity diluted diluted adj reduced in strength or concentration or quality or purity dilute undiluted dilution n a diluted solution dilution n weakening (reducing the concentration) by the addition of water or a thinner concentration dim v switch (a car's headlights) from a higher to a lower beam dip dim v become dim or lusterless dim v make dim or lusterless dim v make dim by comparison or conceal blind dim adj lacking in light; not bright or harsh subdued dim adj lacking clarity or distinctness faint,shadowy,vague,wispy dim adj made dim or less bright dimmed dim adj offering little or no hope black,bleak dimaggio n United States professional baseball player noted for his batting ability (1914-1999) dime n a United States coin worth one tenth of a dollar dime n street name for a packet of illegal drugs that is sold for ten dollars dimension n the magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length or width or height) dimension n a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished property,attribute dimension n one of three Cartesian coordinates that determine a position in space dimension n magnitude or extent proportion dimension v indicate the dimensions on dimension v shape or form to required dimensions dimensional adj of or relating to dimensions dimensional adj having dimension--the quality or character or stature proper to a person dimensionality n the spatial property of having dimensions dimer n a compound whose molecules are composed of two identical monomers diminish v decrease in size, extent, or range decrease,lessen,fall diminish v lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of belittle diminished adj impaired by diminution lessened,weakened diminished adj (of an organ or body part) diminished in size or strength as a result of disease or injury or lack of use atrophied,wasted diminished adj (of musical intervals) reduction by a semitone of any perfect or minor musical interval diminished adj made to seem smaller or less (especially in worth) belittled,small diminishing adj becoming smaller or less or appearing to do so diminution n change toward something smaller or lower decline diminution n the statement of a theme in notes of lesser duration (usually half the length of the original) augmentation diminution n the act of decreasing or reducing something decrease,reduction diminutive n a word that is formed with a suffix (such as -let or -kin) to indicate smallness diminutive adj very small bantam,lilliputian,petite,tiny dimly adv in a dim indistinct manner dimly adv in a manner lacking interest or vitality palely dimly adv with a dim light dimmed adj made dim or less bright dim dimmer n a rheostat that varies the current through an electric light in order to control the level of illumination dimorphic adj occurring or existing in two different forms dimorphism n (chemistry) the property of certain substances that enables them to exist in two distinct crystalline forms dimorphism n (biology) the existence of two forms of individual within the same animal species (independent of sex differences) dimple n a chad that has been punched or dimpled but all four corners are still attached dimple n any slight depression in a surface dimple n a small natural hollow in the cheek or chin dimple v mark with, or as if with, dimples dimple v produce dimples while smiling dimwit n a stupid incompetent person nitwit,doofus din n a loud harsh or strident noise blare,blaring,cacophony,clamor din n the act of making a noisy disturbance commotion,ruction,ruckus,rumpus,tumult din v make a resonant sound, like artillery boom din v instill (into a person) by constant repetition dinar n 100 dinars equal 1 rial in Iran dinar n the basic unit of money in Yugoslavia dinar n the basic unit of money in Tunisia dinar n the basic unit of money in Libya dine v have supper; eat dinner dine v give dinner to; host for dinner diner n a person eating a meal (especially in a restaurant) diner n a passenger car where food is served in transit diner n a restaurant that resembles a dining car dinero n informal terms for money boodle,bread,cabbage,clams,dough,kale,lettuce,lolly ding n a ringing sound ding n an impression in a surface (as made by a blow) dent,gouge,nick ding v go `ding dong', like a bell dong dingbat n a silly empty-headed person dinge n discoloration due to dirtiness dinge v make a dent or impression in batter dinge v make dingy dinghy n a small boat of shallow draft with cross thwarts for seats and rowlocks for oars with which it is propelled dory,rowboat dingle n a small wooded hollow dell dingo n wolflike yellowish-brown wild dog of Australia dingy adj thickly covered with ingrained dirt or soot grimy,grubby,raunchy dingy adj (of color) discolored by impurities; not bright and clear dirty,muddied,muddy dingy adj causing dejection blue,dark,dismal,gloomy,grim,sorry,drab,drear dining n the act of eating dinner dink n a couple who both have careers and no children (an acronym for dual income no kids) dink n a soft return so that the tennis ball drops abruptly after crossing the net dinkey n a small locomotive dinky dinky n a small locomotive dinkey dinky adj small and unimpressive insignificant dinky adj (British informal) pretty and neat dinner n the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday dinner n a party of people assembled to have dinner together dinnertime n the customary or habitual hour for the evening meal dinnerware n the tableware (plates and platters and serving bowls etc.) used in serving a meal dinosaur n any of numerous extinct terrestrial reptiles of the Mesozoic era dint n interchangeable with `means' in the expression `by means of' diocesan n a bishop having jurisdiction over a diocese diocesan adj belonging to or governing a diocese diocese n the territorial jurisdiction of a bishop bishopric diode n a thermionic tube having two electrodes; used as a rectifier diode n a semiconductor that consists of a p-n junction dionysus n (Greek mythology) god of wine and fertility and drama; the Greek name of Bacchus dior n French couturier whose first collection in 1947 created a style that became known as the New Look (1905-1957) diorama n a picture (or series of pictures) representing a continuous scene panorama diorite n a granular crystalline intrusive rock dioxide n an oxide containing two atoms of oxygen in the molecule dip n a depression in an otherwise level surface dip n (physics) the angle that a magnetic needle makes with the plane of the horizon inclination dip n a thief who steals from the pockets or purses of others in public places pickpocket,cutpurse dip n tasty mixture or liquid into which bite-sized foods are dipped dip v immerse briefly into a liquid so as to wet, coat, or saturate dunk,souse,plunge,douse dip v dip into a liquid while eating dunk dip v go down momentarily dip v stain an object by immersing it in a liquid diphtheria n acute contagious infection caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae; marked by the formation of a false membrane in the throat an diphthong n a vowel sound that starts near the articulatory position for one vowel and moves toward the position for another diploma n a document certifying the successful completion of a course of study sheepskin diplomacy n negotiation between nations diplomacy n subtly skillful handling of a situation delicacy,finesse diplomacy n wisdom in the management of public affairs statesmanship,statecraft diplomat n an official engaged in international negotiations diplomat n a person who deals tactfully with others diplomatic adj relating to or characteristic of diplomacy diplomatic adj using or marked by tact in dealing with sensitive matters or people undiplomatic diplomatically adv with diplomacy; in a diplomatic manner dipole n a pair of equal and opposite electric charges or magnetic poles separated by a small distance dipole n an aerial half a wavelength long consisting of two rods connected to a transmission line at the center dipped adj having abnormal sagging of the spine (especially in horses) dipper n a ladle that has a cup with a long handle dipper n a cluster of seven stars in Ursa Minor; at the end of the dipper's handle is Polaris dipper n a group of seven bright stars in the constellation Ursa Major plough,wain,wagon dipper n small North American diving duck; males have bushy head plumage butterball dippers n a Baptist denomination founded in 1708 by Americans of German descent; opposed to military service and taking legal oaths; practiced trine i dipstick n a graduated rod dipped into a container to indicate the fluid level dipteran n insects having usually a single pair of functional wings (anterior pair) with the posterior pair reduced to small knobbed structures and mou dire adj fraught with extreme danger; nearly hopeless desperate dire adj causing fear or dread or terror awful,dread,dreaded,dreadful,fearful,fearsome,frightening,horrendous direct v command with authority direct v intend (something) to move towards a certain goal target,aim,place,point direct v guide the actors in (plays and films) direct v be in charge of direct adj direct in spatial dimensions; proceeding without deviation or interruption; straight and short indirect direct adj having no intervening persons, agents, conditions direct adj straightforward in means or manner or behavior or language or action indirect direct adj in a straight unbroken line of descent from parent to child lineal direct adv without deviation directly,straight directed adj (often used in combination) having a specified direction directed adj manageable by a supervising agent directing adj showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on directional,directive,guiding direction n a line leading to a place or point way direction n the spatial relation between something and the course along which it points or moves direction n a general course along which something has a tendency to develop direction n something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action guidance,counsel,counseling directional adj relating to or indicating directions in space omnidirectional directional adj relating to direction toward a (nonspatial) goal directional adj showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on directing,directive,guiding directionless adj aimlessly drifting adrift,afloat,aimless,rudderless directive n a pronouncement encouraging or banning some activity directive adj showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on directing,directional,guiding directly adv without deviation straight,direct directly adv without anyone or anything intervening directly adv without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening immediately,instantly,straightaway,now,forthwith directly adv in a forthright manner; candidly or frankly flat,straight indirectly directness n trueness of course toward a goal directness n the quality of being honest and straightforward in attitude and speech candor,frankness,forthrightness director n someone who controls resources and expenditures manager director n member of a board of directors director n someone who supervises the actors and directs the action in the production of a show director n the person who directs the making of a film directorate n a group of persons chosen to govern the affairs of a corporation or other large institution directorship n the position of a director of a business concern directory n an alphabetical list of names and addresses directory n (computer science) a listing of the files stored in memory (usually on a hard disk) dirge n a song or hymn of mourning composed or performed as a memorial to a dead person coronach,lament,requiem dirigible n a steerable self-propelled aircraft airship dirigible adj capable of being steered or directed dirk n a relatively long dagger with a straight blade dirndl n a full skirt with a gathered waistband dirndl n a dress with a tight bodice and full skirt dirt n the part of the earth's surface consisting of humus and disintegrated rock soil dirt n the state of being covered with unclean things filth,grime,soil,stain,grease,grunge dirt n obscene terms for feces crap,shit,shite,poop,turd dirt n disgraceful gossip about the private lives of other people scandal dirt adj (of roads) not leveled or drained; unsuitable for all year travel dirty v make soiled, filthy, or dirty soil,begrime,grime,colly,bemire clean dirty adj soiled or likely to soil with dirt or grime soiled,unclean clean dirty adj (of behavior or especially language) characterized by obscenity or indecency clean dirty adj vile; despicable filthy,lousy dirty adj spreading pollution or contamination; especially radioactive contamination contaminating clean dis n (Roman mythology) god of the underworld; counterpart of Greek Hades pluto,orcus disa n any orchid of the genus Disa; beautiful orchids with dark green leaves and usually hooded flowers; much prized as emblematic flowers in thei disa n a combat support agency in the Department of Defense responsible for developing and operating and supporting information systems to serve th disability n the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness handicap,impairment disable v make unable to perform a certain action incapacitate enable disable v injure permanently invalid,incapacitate,handicap disabled n people collectively who are crippled or otherwise physically handicapped handicapped disabled adj having restricted mental or physical functioning as a consequence of injury or illness handicapped disabling adj that cripples or disables or incapacitates crippling,incapacitating disabling adj depriving of legal right; rendering legally disqualified disqualifying enabling disabuse v free somebody (from an erroneous belief) disabused adj freed of a mistaken or misguided notion disadvantage n the quality of having an inferior or less favorable position advantage disadvantage v put at a disadvantage; hinder, harm disfavor advantage disadvantaged adj marked by deprivation especially of the necessities of life or healthful environmental influences deprived disadvantageous adj involving or creating circumstances detrimental to success or effectiveness unfavorable advantageous disaffect v arouse hostility or indifference in where there had formerly been love, affection, or friendliness estrange,alienate disaffected adj discontented as toward authority malcontent,rebellious disaffection n the feeling of being alienated from other people alienation,estrangement disaffection n disloyalty to the government or to established authority disagree v be of different opinions differ,dissent agree disagree v be different from one another discord agree disagreeable adj not to your liking agreeable disagreeable adj unpleasant to interact with disagreeable adj not agreeing with your tastes or expectations unsympathetic disagreement n a conflict of people's opinions or actions or characters dissension,dissonance agreement disagreement n a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions discrepancy,divergence,variance disagreement n the speech act of disagreeing or arguing or disputing agreement disallow v command against forbid,prohibit,interdict,proscribe,veto,nix allow disappear v get lost, as without warning or explanation vanish appear disappear v become invisible or unnoticeable vanish disappear v cease to exist vanish appear disappear v become less intense and fade away gradually melt,evaporate disappearance n the act of leaving secretly or without explanation disappearing appearance disappearance n the event of passing out of sight appearance disappearance n gradually ceasing to be visible fade disappearance n ceasing to exist disappearing n the act of leaving secretly or without explanation disappearance disappoint v fail to meet the hopes or expectations of disappointed adj disappointingly unsuccessful defeated,foiled,frustrated,thwarted disappointing adj not up to expectations unsatisfying disappointingly adv in a disappointing manner disappointment n a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized letdown disappointment n an act (or failure to act) that disappoints someone disapproval n a feeling of disliking something or what someone is doing approval disapproval n the expression of disapproval approval disapproval n an inclination to withhold approval from some person or group disfavor,dislike disapproval n the act of disapproving or condemning approval disapprove v consider bad or wrong approve disapprove v deem wrong or inappropriate reject approve disapproving adj expressing or manifesting disapproval disarm v remove offensive capability from demilitarize arm disarm v make less hostile; win over disarm v take away the weapons from; render harmless unarm disarmament n act of reducing or depriving of arms disarming armament disarming n act of reducing or depriving of arms disarmament arming disarming adj capable of allaying hostility disarray n a mental state characterized by a lack of clear and orderly thought and behavior confusion disarray n untidiness (especially of clothing and appearance) disarray v bring disorder to disorder disassemble v take apart into its constituent pieces dismantle assemble disassociate v part; cease or break association with dissociate,divorce,disjoint disassociation n the state of being unconnected in memory or imagination association disassociation n a state in which some integrated part of a person's life becomes separated from the rest of the personality and functions independently dissociation disaster n a state of extreme (usually irremediable) ruin and misfortune catastrophe disaster n an event resulting in great loss and misfortune calamity,catastrophe,tragedy,cataclysm disaster n an act that has disastrous consequences disastrous adj (of events) having extremely unfortunate or dire consequences; bringing ruin black,calamitous,fatal,fateful disastrously adv in a disastrous manner disavow v refuse to acknowledge; disclaim knowledge of; responsibility for, or association with avow disband v cause to break up or cease to function disband v stop functioning or cohering as a unit dissolve disbar v remove from the bar; expel from the practice of law by official action disbarment n the act of expelling a lawyer from the practice of law disbelief n doubt about the truth of something incredulity,skepticism disbelief n a rejection of belief disbelieve v reject as false; refuse to accept discredit believe disbelieving adj denying or questioning the tenets of especially a religion skeptical,unbelieving disbud v thin out buds to improve the quality of the remaining flowers disbud v destroy undeveloped horn buds (of cattle) disburden v take the burden off; remove the burden from unburden disburse v expend, as from a fund disbursement n amounts paid for goods and services that may be currently tax deductible (as opposed to capital expenditures) expense disbursement n the act of spending or disbursing money spending,outlay disc n sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove; used to reproduce music by rotating while a phonograph needle tracks in the g record,disk,platter disc n something with a round shape resembling a flat circular plate disk,saucer disc n (computer science) a memory device consisting of a flat disk covered with a magnetic coating on which information is stored disk disc n a flat circular plate disk discard n anything that is cast aside or discarded discard n (cards) the act of throwing out a useless card or of failing to follow suit discard n getting rid something that is regarded as useless or undesirable discard v throw or cast away fling,toss,dispose discarded adj thrown away throwaway discern v detect with the senses spot,recognize,recognise,distinguish discernible adj perceptible by the senses or intellect discernible adj capable of being perceived clearly discernible adj capable of being seen or noticed evident,observable discerning adj having or revealing keen insight and good judgment discerning adj unobtrusively perceptive and sympathetic discreet discerning adj quick to understand apprehensive discerning adj able to make or detect effects of great subtlety; sensitive discernment n the cognitive condition of someone who understands understanding,apprehension,savvy discernment n delicate discrimination (especially of aesthetic values) taste,appreciation discernment n perception of that which is obscure discernment n the mental ability to understand and discriminate between relations sagacity,judgment,judgement discharge n the sudden giving off of energy discharge n the act of venting venting discharge n a substance that is emitted or released emission discharge n any of several bodily processes by which substances go out of the body emission,expelling discharge v complete or carry out dispatch,complete discharge v pour forth or release discharge v free from obligations or duties free discharge v remove the charge from charge discharged adj having lost your job dismissed,fired disciple n someone who believes and helps to spread the doctrine of another adherent disciplinarian n someone who demands exact conformity to rules and forms martinet,moralist disciplinary adj relating to discipline in behavior disciplinary adj relating to a specific field of academic study disciplinary adj designed to promote discipline corrective discipline n a branch of knowledge subject,field,study,bailiwick discipline n a system of rules of conduct or method of practice discipline n the trait of being well behaved discipline n training to improve strength or self-control discipline v develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control train,check,condition discipline v punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience correct disciplined adj obeying the rules disciplined adj trained mentally or physically by instruction or exercise disclaim v renounce a legal claim or title to claim disclaim v make a disclaimer about claim disclaimer n (law) a voluntary repudiation of a person's legal claim to something disclaimer n denial of any connection with or knowledge of disclose v make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret unwrap,reveal,discover,expose,divulge,break,uncover disclose v reveal to view as by removing a cover expose,uncover disclosed adj made known (especially something secret or concealed) disclosure n the speech act of making something evident revelation,revealing disco n popular dance music (especially in the late 1970s); melodic with a regular bass beat; intended mainly for dancing at discotheques disco n a public dance hall for dancing to recorded popular music discotheque disco v dance to disco music discography n a descriptive catalog of musical recordings discolor v lose color or turn colorless color discolor v cause to lose or change color discolor v change color, often in an undesired manner colour,color discoloration n a soiled or discolored appearance stain discoloration n the act of changing the natural color of something by making it duller or dingier or unnatural or faded discomfort n the state of being tense and feeling pain comfort discomfort n an uncomfortable feeling of mental painfulness or distress irritation discommode v to cause inconvenience or discomfort to trouble,inconvenience,bother disconcert v cause to feel embarrassment confuse,flurry disconcert v cause to lose one's composure upset disconcerting adj causing an emotional disturbance upsetting disconnect n an unbridgeable disparity (as from a failure of understanding) gulf,disconnection disconnect v pull the plug of (electrical appliances) and render inoperable unplug disconnect v make disconnected, disjoin or unfasten connect disconnected adj (music) marked by or composed of disconnected parts or sounds; cut short crisply staccato disconnected adj having been divided; having the unity destroyed fragmented,split disconnected adj marked by sudden changes in subject and sharp transitions abrupt disconnected adj not plugged in or connected to a power source disconnection n state of being disconnected disconnection n an unbridgeable disparity (as from a failure of understanding) gulf,disconnect disconnection n the act of breaking a connection discontent n a longing for something better than the present situation discontentment,discontentedness discontent v make dissatisfied content discontent adj showing or experiencing dissatisfaction or restless longing discontented discontented adj showing or experiencing dissatisfaction or restless longing discontent contented discontentedly adv with discontent; in a discontented manner discontentedness n a longing for something better than the present situation discontentment,discontent discontentment n a longing for something better than the present situation discontent,discontentedness contentment discontinuance n the act of discontinuing or breaking off; an interruption (temporary or permanent) discontinuation continuance discontinuation n the act of discontinuing or breaking off; an interruption (temporary or permanent) discontinuance continuation discontinue v put an end to a state or an activity stop,cease,quit continue discontinue v come to or be at an end continue discontinue v prevent completion break,stop discontinued adj stopped permanently or temporarily continued discontinuity n lack of connection or continuity continuity discord n lack of agreement or harmony strife discord n disagreement among those expected to cooperate dissension discord n a harsh mixture of sounds discord n strife resulting from a lack of agreement discord v be different from one another disagree discordant adj not in agreement or harmony accordant discordant adj lacking in harmony dissonant discotheque n a public dance hall for dancing to recorded popular music disco discount n the act of reducing the selling price of merchandise deduction discount n interest on an annual basis deducted in advance on a loan discount n a refund of some fraction of the amount paid rebate discount n an amount or percentage deducted deduction discount v bar from attention or consideration dismiss,disregard,ignore discount v give a reduction in price on discounter n a sales outlet offering goods at a discounted price discourage v try to prevent; show opposition to deter discourage v deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged encourage discourage v advise or counsel in terms of someone's behavior warn,admonish,monish discouraged adj made less hopeful or enthusiastic demoralized,disheartened discouraged adj lacking in resolution discouragement n the feeling of despair in the face of obstacles dismay discouragement n the expression of opposition and disapproval encouragement discouragement n the act of discouraging discouraging adj depriving of confidence or hope or enthusiasm and hence often deterring action encouraging discouraging adj expressing disapproval in order to dissuade discourse n extended verbal expression in speech or writing discourse n an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service) sermon,preaching discourse n an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic discussion,treatment discourse v to consider or examine in speech or writing discuss discourse v carry on a conversation converse discourse v talk at length and formally about a topic discover v discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of detect,observe,find,notice discover v get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally learn,hear,see discover v make a discovery, make a new finding find discover v make a discovery find discoverable adj capable of being ascertained or found out ascertainable discovered adj discovered or determined by scientific observation ascertained,observed discoverer n someone who is the first to think of or make something inventor discoverer n someone who is the first to observe something finder,spotter discovery n the act of discovering something find,uncovering discovery n something that is discovered discovery n a productive insight breakthrough,find discovery n (law) compulsory pretrial disclosure of documents relevant to a case; enables one side in a litigation to elicit information from the other discredit n the state of being held in low esteem disrepute discredit v cause to be distrusted or disbelieved discredit v damage the reputation of disgrace discredit v reject as false; refuse to accept disbelieve discredited adj being unjustly brought into disrepute damaged discredited adj suffering shame disgraced,dishonored,shamed discreet adj marked by prudence or modesty and wise self-restraint indiscreet discreet adj unobtrusively perceptive and sympathetic discerning discreet adj heedful of potential consequences circumspect discreetly adv with discretion; prudently and with wise self-restraint discrepancy n a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions disagreement,divergence,variance discrepancy n an event that departs from expectations variance,variant discrete adj constituting a separate entity or part distinct discretion n freedom to act or judge on one's own discretion n knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress circumspection,prudence discretion n refined taste; tact delicacy discretion n the power of making free choices unconstrained by external agencies discretionary adj having or using the ability to act or decide according to your own discretion or judgment discretionary adj (especially of funds) not earmarked; available for use as needed discriminate v recognize or perceive the difference discriminate v treat differently on the basis of sex or race separate discriminate v distinguish discriminate adj marked by the ability to see or make fine distinctions indiscriminate discriminating adj showing or indicating careful judgment and discernment especially in matters of taste discriminating adj having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions acute,incisive,keen,knifelike,penetrating,piercing,sharp discrimination n unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of prejudice favoritism discrimination n the cognitive process whereby two or more stimuli are distinguished discriminative adj capable of making fine distinctions discriminatory discriminative adj expressing careful judgment judicial discriminatory adj being biased or having a belief or attitude formed beforehand prejudiced discriminatory adj containing or implying a slight or showing prejudice invidious discriminatory adj capable of making fine distinctions discriminative discriminatory adj manifesting partiality preferential discursive adj proceeding to a conclusion by reason or argument rather than intuition discursive adj (of e.g. speech and writing) tending to depart from the main point or cover a wide range of subjects rambling discus n an athletic competition in which a disk-shaped object is thrown as far as possible discus n a disk used in throwing competitions saucer discuss v to consider or examine in speech or writing discourse discuss v speak with others about (something); talk (something) over in detail; have a discussion discussion n an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic treatment,discourse discussion n an exchange of views on some topic word disdain n lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike contempt,scorn,despite disdain n a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient condescension,patronage disdain v look down on with disdain contemn,despise,scorn disdain v reject with contempt reject,spurn,scorn disdainful adj expressing extreme contempt contemptuous,insulting,scornful disdainful adj having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy haughty,imperious,lordly,overbearing,sniffy,supercilious,swaggering disease n an impairment of health or a condition of abnormal functioning diseased adj caused by or altered by or manifesting disease or pathology morbid,pathologic,pathological disembark v go ashore debark embark disembarkation n the act of passengers and crew getting off of a ship or aircraft embarkation disembarrass v relieve from rid,free disembodied adj not having a material body disembody v free from a body or physical form or reality disenchant v free from enchantment disillusion enchant disenchanted adj freed from enchantment enchanted disenchantment n freeing from false belief or illusions disillusion,disillusionment disenfranchise v deprive of voting rights enfranchise disenfranchised adj deprived of the rights of citizenship especially the right to vote voiceless enfranchised disenfranchisement n the act of withdrawing certification or terminating a franchise disengage v release from something that holds fast, connects, or entangles withdraw engage disengage v free or remove obstruction from free disengage v become free engage disengagement n the act of releasing from an attachment or connection detachment disengagement n to break off a military action with an enemy fallback disentangle v release from entanglement of difficulty extricate,untangle disentangle v extricate from entanglement entangle disentangle v free from involvement or entanglement disentangle v separate the tangles of unwind disequilibrium n loss of equilibrium attributable to an unstable situation in which some forces outweigh others equilibrium disestablishment n the act terminating an established state of affairs; especially ending a connection with the Church of England disesteem n the state in which esteem has been lost esteem disesteem v have little or no respect for; hold in contempt disrespect esteem disfavor n the state of being out of favor disfavor n an inclination to withhold approval from some person or group dislike,disapproval disfavor v put at a disadvantage; hinder, harm disadvantage disfigure v mar or spoil the appearance of deface,blemish disfigured adj having the appearance spoiled disfigurement n an appearance that has been spoiled or is misshapen deformity disfigurement n the act of damaging the appearance or surface of something mutilation disgorge v cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over spill,shed disgorge v eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth vomit,purge,cast,sick,cat,retch,puke,barf disgorgement n the reflex act of ejecting the contents of the stomach through the mouth vomit,vomiting,puking disgrace n a state of dishonor shame,ignominy disgrace v bring shame or dishonor upon dishonor,dishonour,attaint,shame disgrace v reduce in worth or character, usually verbally degrade,demean disgrace v damage the reputation of discredit disgraced adj suffering shame discredited,dishonored,shamed disgraceful adj giving offense to moral sensibilities and injurious to reputation scandalous,shameful,shocking disgraceful adj (used of conduct or character) deserving or bringing disgrace or shame black,ignominious,inglorious,shameful disgruntled adj in a state of sulky dissatisfaction dissatisfied disgruntlement n a feeling of sulky discontent disguise n an outward semblance that misrepresents the true nature of something camouflage disguise n any attire that modifies the appearance in order to conceal the wearer's identity disguise n the act of concealing the identity of something by modifying its appearance camouflage disguise v make unrecognizable mask disguised adj having its true character concealed with the intent of misleading cloaked,masked disgust n strong feelings of dislike disgust v fill with distaste revolt,repel disgust v cause aversion in; offend the moral sense of revolt,nauseate,sicken disgusted adj having a strong distaste from surfeit sick disgusting adj highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust distasteful,foul,loathsome,repellent,repelling,revolting,skanky,wicked dish n a piece of dishware normally used as a container for holding or serving food dish n a particular item of prepared food dish n the quantity that a dish will hold dish n a very attractive or seductive looking woman smasher,stunner,knockout,beauty,sweetheart,peach,lulu,looker dish v provide (usually but not necessarily food) serve dish v make concave; shape like a dish disharmonize v cause to sound harsh and unpleasant disharmony n a lack of harmony disheartened adj made less hopeful or enthusiastic demoralized,discouraged disheartening adj destructive of morale and self-reliance demoralizing,dispiriting dished adj shaped like a dish or pan dishevel v disarrange or rumple; dishevel tousle,tangle disheveled adj in disarray; extremely disorderly rumpled,tousled dishonest adj deceptive or fraudulent; disposed to cheat or defraud or deceive dishonorable honest dishonest adj capable of being corrupted corruptible,venal dishonestly adv in a corrupt and deceitful manner honestly dishonesty n the quality of being dishonest honesty dishonesty n lack of honesty; acts of lying or cheating or stealing dishonor n a state of shame or disgrace dishonour honor dishonor n lacking honor or integrity dishonour honor dishonor v bring shame or dishonor upon disgrace,dishonour,attaint,shame honor dishonor v force (someone) to have sex against their will rape,violate,assault,dishonour,outrage dishonor v refuse to accept dishonour honor dishonorable adj lacking honor or integrity; deserving dishonor honorable dishonorable adj deceptive or fraudulent; disposed to cheat or defraud or deceive dishonest dishonored adj suffering shame discredited,disgraced,shamed dishonour n a state of shame or disgrace dishonor dishonour n lacking honor or integrity dishonor dishonour v bring shame or dishonor upon dishonor,disgrace,attaint,shame dishonour v force (someone) to have sex against their will rape,violate,assault,dishonor,outrage dishonour v refuse to accept dishonor dishwasher n a machine for washing dishes dishwasher n someone who washes dishes dishwashing n the act of washing dishes disillusion n freeing from false belief or illusions disenchantment,disillusionment disillusion v free from enchantment disenchant disillusioned adj freed from illusion disillusioning adj freeing from illusion or false belief disillusionment n freeing from false belief or illusions disenchantment,disillusion disinclination n that toward which you are inclined to feel dislike inclination disinclination n a certain degree of unwillingness reluctance,hesitancy,hesitation disincline v make unwilling disinclined adj unwilling because of mild dislike or disapproval inclined disinfect v destroy microorganisms or pathogens by cleansing infect disinfectant n an agent (as heat or radiation or a chemical) that destroys microorganisms that might carry disease germicide disinfectant adj preventing infection by inhibiting the growth or action of microorganisms disinfection n treatment to destroy harmful microorganisms disinflation n a reduction of prices intended to improve the balance of payments inflation,deflation disinformation n misinformation that is deliberately disseminated in order to influence or confuse rivals (foreign enemies or business competitors etc.) disingenuous adj not straightforward or candid; giving a false appearance of frankness artful ingenuous disingenuousness n the quality of being disingenuous and lacking candor disinherit v prevent deliberately (as by making a will) from inheriting disown bequeath disinheritance n the act by a donor that terminates the right of a person to inherit disintegrate v break into parts or components or lose cohesion or unity integrate disintegrate v cause to undergo fission or lose particles disintegrate v lose a stored charge, magnetic flux, or current decay,decompose disintegration n in a decomposed state decomposition disintegration n a loss (or serious disruption) of organization in some system disintegration n separation into component parts dissolution disintegration n the spontaneous disintegration of a radioactive substance along with the emission of ionizing radiation decay disinter v dig up for reburial or for medical investigation; of dead bodies exhume disinterest n tolerance attributable to a lack of involvement neutrality disinterested adj unaffected by self-interest disjoint v part; cease or break association with disassociate,dissociate,divorce disjoint v separate at the joints disjoint v make disjoint, separated, or disconnected; undo the joining of disjoint v become separated, disconnected or disjoint disjoint adj having no elements in common disjointed adj lacking orderly continuity confused,disconnected,disordered,garbled,illogical,scattered,unconnected disjointed adj taken apart at the joints disjointed adj separated at the joint dislocated,separated disk n something with a round shape resembling a flat circular plate disc,saucer disk n a flat circular plate disc disk n sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove; used to reproduce music by rotating while a phonograph needle tracks in the g record,disc,platter disk n (computer science) a memory device consisting of a flat disk covered with a magnetic coating on which information is stored disc disk v draw a harrow over (land) harrow dislike n an inclination to withhold approval from some person or group disfavor,disapproval dislike n a feeling of aversion or antipathy liking dislike v have or feel a dislike or distaste for like disliked adj regarded with aversion liked dislocate v move out of position luxate,splay,slip dislocate v put out of its usual place, position, or relationship dislocated adj separated at the joint disjointed,separated dislocation n an event that results in a displacement or discontinuity disruption dislocation n the act of disrupting an established order so it fails to continue breakdown dislocation n a displacement of a part (especially a bone) from its normal position (as in the shoulder or the vertebral column) dislodge v remove or force out from a position free lodge dislodge v change place or direction shift,reposition dislodge v remove or force from a position of dwelling previously occupied bump disloyal adj showing lack of love for your country unpatriotic disloyal adj deserting your allegiance or duty to leader or cause or principle loyal disloyalty n the quality of being disloyal loyalty dismal adj causing dejection blue,dark,dingy,gloomy,grim,sorry,drab,drear dismally adv in a cheerless manner dismally adv in a dreadful manner dreadfully dismantle v tear down so as to make flat with the ground level,raze,rase dismantle v take apart into its constituent pieces disassemble dismantle v take off or remove strip dismantled adj torn down and broken up demolished,razed dismantlement n the act of taking something apart (as a piece of machinery) dismantling dismantling n the act of taking something apart (as a piece of machinery) dismantlement dismay n the feeling of despair in the face of obstacles discouragement dismay n fear resulting from the awareness of danger alarm,consternation dismay v lower someone's spirits; make downhearted depress,deject,demoralize dismay v fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised alarm,appall,horrify dismayed adj struck with fear, dread, or consternation aghast,appalled,shocked dismaying adj causing consternation appalling dismember v separate the limbs from the body dismember v divide into pieces dismemberment n the removal of limbs; being cut to pieces dismiss v bar from attention or consideration disregard,discount,ignore dismiss v cease to consider; put out of judicial consideration dismiss v stop associating with drop dismiss v terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position displace,fire,can,sack,terminate dismissal n a judgment disposing of the matter without a trial dismissal n official notice that you have been fired from your job dismissal n permission to go; the sending away of someone dismissal n the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) discharge,firing,liberation,release,sack,sacking dismissed adj having lost your job discharged,fired dismissive adj showing indifference or disregard dismissive adj stopping to associate with dismount n the act of dismounting (a horse or bike etc.) dismount v alight from (a horse) light disney n United States film maker who pioneered animated cartoons and created such characters as Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck; founded Disneyland (19 disneyland n an amusement park in Anaheim created in 1955 by Walt Disney disobedience n the failure to obey noncompliance obedience disobedience n the trait of being unwilling to obey obedience disobedient adj not obeying or complying with commands of those in authority obedient disobedient adj unwilling to submit to authority unruly disobey v refuse to go along with; refuse to follow; be disobedient obey disorder n a physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning upset disorder n a condition in which things are not in their expected places order disorder n a disturbance of the peace or of public order order disorder v disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed perturb,unhinge,disquiet,trouble,cark,distract disorder v bring disorder to disarray order disordered adj thrown into a state of disarray or confusion broken,confused,upset disordered adj lacking orderly continuity confused,disconnected,disjointed,garbled,illogical,scattered,unconnected disordered adj not arranged in order ordered disorderly adj undisciplined and unruly orderly disorderly adj in utter disorder jumbled disorderly adj completely unordered and unpredictable and confusing chaotic disorganization n a condition in which an orderly system has been disrupted disorganization n the disturbance of a systematic arrangement causing disorder and confusion disorganize v remove the organization from organize disorganized adj lacking order or methodical arrangement or function organized disorient v cause to be lost or disoriented orient disorientation n a wild delusion (especially one induced by a hallucinogenic drug) disorientation n confusion (usually transient) about where you are and how to proceed; uncertainty as to direction disoriented adj having lost your bearings; confused as to time or place or personal identity confused,lost disoriented adj socially disoriented alienated,anomic disorienting adj causing loss of physical or intellectual bearings disown v prevent deliberately (as by making a will) from inheriting disinherit disown v cast off renounce,repudiate disparage v express a negative opinion of belittle flatter disparaging adj expressive of low opinion derogatory disparagingly adv in a disparaging manner disparate adj fundamentally different or distinct in quality or kind disparate adj including markedly dissimilar elements disparity n inequality or difference in some respect dispassionate adj unaffected by strong emotion or prejudice dispassionately adv in an impartially dispassionate manner dispatch n an official report (usually sent in haste) despatch,communique dispatch n the act of sending off something despatch,shipment dispatch n the property of being prompt and efficient despatch,expedition dispatch n killing a person or animal despatch dispatch v send away towards a designated goal despatch dispatch v complete or carry out discharge,complete dispatch v kill intentionally and with premeditation murder,slay,hit,off,remove dispatch v dispose of rapidly and without delay and efficiently dispatcher n the official who signals the beginning of a race or competition starter dispatcher n employee of a transportation company who controls the departures of vehicles according to weather conditions and in the interest of efficien dispel v force to go away; used both with concrete and metaphoric meanings dispel v to cause to separate and go in different directions disperse,dissipate,scatter dispensable adj capable of being dispensed with or done without indispensable dispensary n clinic where medicine and medical supplies are dispensed dispensation n an exemption from some rule or obligation dispensation n a share that has been dispensed or distributed dispensation n the act of dispensing (giving out in portions) dispense v administer or bestow, as in small portions distribute,administer,deal,lot,allot dispense v grant a dispensation; grant an exemption dispense v give or apply (medications) administer dispensed adj distributed or weighted out in carefully determined portions dispenser n a container so designed that the contents can be used in prescribed amounts dispenser n a person who dispenses dispersal n the act of dispersing or diffusing something dispersion,dissemination,diffusion disperse v distribute loosely scatter,sprinkle,dot,dust disperse v to cause to separate and go in different directions dissipate,dispel,scatter disperse v cause to separate scatter disperse v move away from each other dissipate,scatter dispersed adj distributed or spread over a considerable extent spread dispersion n spreading widely or driving off scattering dispersion n the spatial or geographic property of being scattered about over a range, area, or volume distribution dispersion n the act of dispersing or diffusing something dispersal,dissemination,diffusion dispersive adj spreading by diffusion diffusing dispirited adj marked by low spirits; showing no enthusiasm listless dispirited adj filled with melancholy and despondency gloomy,grim,blue,depressed,down,downcast,low dispiriting adj destructive of morale and self-reliance demoralizing,disheartening displace v cause to move, usually with force or pressure displace v take the place of or have precedence over displace v terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position fire,can,dismiss,sack,terminate displace v cause to move or shift into a new position or place, both in a concrete and in an abstract sense move displacement n act of taking the place of another especially using underhanded tactics supplanting displacement n an event in which something is displaced without rotation shift displacement n the act of uniform movement translation displacement n (chemistry) a reaction in which an elementary substance displaces and sets free a constituent element from a compound display n something intended to communicate a particular impression show display n something shown to the public exhibit,showing display n a visual representation of something presentation display n behavior that makes your feelings public display v to show, make visible or apparent expose,exhibit display v attract attention by displaying some body part or posing; of animals displease v give displeasure to please displeased adj not pleased; experiencing or manifesting displeasure pleased displeasing adj causing displeasure or lacking pleasing qualities pleasing displeasure n the feeling of being displeased or annoyed or dissatisfied with someone or something disport v occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion amuse,divert disport v play boisterously frolic,lark,skylark,sport,cavort,gambol,frisk,romp disposable n an item that can be disposed of after it has been used disposable adj free or available for use or disposition disposable adj designed to be disposed of after use disposal n the power to use something or someone disposal n a method of tending to or managing the affairs of a some group of people (especially the group's business affairs) administration disposal n the act or means of getting rid of something disposition disposal n a kitchen appliance for disposing of garbage dispose v give, sell, or transfer to another dispose v throw or cast away discard,fling,toss dispose v make receptive or willing towards an action or attitude or belief incline dispose v place or put in a particular order disposed adj having made preparations fain,inclined,prepared disposed adj (usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward apt,given,minded,tending disposition n your usual mood temperament disposition n the act or means of getting rid of something disposal disposition n an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others inclination,tendency disposition n a natural or acquired habit or characteristic tendency in a person or thing dispossess v deprive of the possession of real estate dispossessed adj physically or spiritually homeless or deprived of security homeless disproportionate adj out of proportion proportionate disproportionate adj not proportionate disproportionately adv out of proportion proportionately disproportionately adv to a disproportionate degree proportionately disprove v prove to be false prove disputable adj capable of being disproved debatable disputable adj open to argument or debate arguable,debatable,moot disputation n the formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote) debate disputation n a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement controversy,contention,contestation,tilt,argument,arguing dispute n a disagreement or argument about something important difference,conflict dispute n coming into conflict with contravention dispute v take exception to challenge,gainsay dispute v have a disagreement over something quarrel,scrap disputed adj subject to disagreement and debate disqualification n unfitness that bars you from participation disqualification n the act of preventing someone from participating by finding them unqualified disqualified adj disqualified by law or rule or provision disqualified adj barred from competition for violation of rules disqualify v make unfit or unsuitable unfit qualify disqualify v declare unfit qualify disqualifying adj depriving of legal right; rendering legally disqualified disabling disquiet n a feeling of mild anxiety about possible developments disquiet n the trait of seeming ill at ease unease,uneasiness disquiet v disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed perturb,unhinge,trouble,cark,distract,disorder disquieting adj causing mental discomfort disraeli n British statesman who as Prime Minister bought controlling interest in the Suez Canal and made Queen Victoria the empress of India (1804-188 disregard n lack of attention and due care neglect disregard n willful lack of care and attention neglect disregard v refuse to acknowledge ignore,snub,cut disregard v bar from attention or consideration dismiss,discount,ignore disregard v give little or no attention to neglect,ignore disregarded adj not noticed inadvertently forgotten disregarding adv in spite of everything; without regard to drawbacks regardless,irrespective disrepair n in need of repairs disreputable adj lacking respectability in character or behavior or appearance reputable disrepute n the state of being held in low esteem discredit repute disrespect n an expression of lack of respect disrespect n a disrespectful mental attitude respect disrespect n a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous contempt disrespect v show a lack of respect for respect disrespect v have little or no respect for; hold in contempt disesteem respect disrespectful adj exhibiting lack of respect; rude and discourteous respectful disrespectful adj neither feeling nor showing respect aweless disrespectfully adv in a disrespectful manner respectfully disrobe v get undressed undress,strip,peel disrupt v make a break in interrupt disrupt v throw into disorder disrupt v interfere in someone else's activity interrupt disrupted adj marked by breaks or gaps disruption n an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity break,interruption,gap disruption n a disorderly outburst or tumult disturbance,commotion,flutter disruption n an event that results in a displacement or discontinuity dislocation disruption n the act of causing disorder perturbation disruptive adj characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination riotous,troubled,tumultuous,turbulent diss v treat, mention, or speak to rudely insult,affront dissatisfaction n the feeling of being displeased and discontent satisfaction dissatisfied adj in a state of sulky dissatisfaction disgruntled dissatisfy v fail to satisfy satisfy dissect v cut open or cut apart dissect v make a mathematical, chemical, or grammatical analysis of; break down into components or essential features analyze dissected adj having one or more indentations reaching nearly to the midrib cleft dissection n cutting so as to separate into pieces dissection n a minute and critical analysis dissection n detailed critical analysis or examination one part at a time (as of a literary work) dissemble v make believe with the intent to deceive feign,sham,pretend,affect dissemble v hide under a false appearance cloak,mask dissemble v behave unnaturally or affectedly pretend,act dissembling n pretending with intention to deceive pretense,pretence,feigning dissembling n the act of deceiving deception,deceit disseminate v cause to become widely known circulate,circularize,distribute,propagate,broadcast,spread,diffuse,disperse dissemination n the opening of a subject to widespread discussion and debate airing,spreading dissemination n the property of being diffused or dispersed diffusion dissemination n the act of dispersing or diffusing something dispersion,dispersal,diffusion dissension n disagreement among those expected to cooperate discord dissension n a conflict of people's opinions or actions or characters disagreement,dissonance dissent n (law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority dissent n a difference of opinion dissent n the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent protest,objection dissent v withhold assent assent dissent v express opposition through action or words protest,resist dissent v be of different opinions disagree,differ dissenter n a person who dissents from some established policy dissident,protester,objector,contestant dissenting adj disagreeing, especially with a majority dissident dissertation n a treatise advancing a new point of view resulting from research; usually a requirement for an advanced academic degree thesis disservice n an act intended to help that turns out badly service dissever v separate into parts or portions divide,split,separate dissidence n disagreement; especially disagreement with the government dissident n a person who dissents from some established policy dissenter,protester,objector,contestant dissident adj characterized by departure from accepted beliefs or standards heretical,heterodox dissident adj disagreeing, especially with a majority dissenting dissimilar adj not similar similar dissimilar adj not alike or similar unalike dissimilarity n the quality of being dissimilar similarity dissimulate v hide (feelings) from other people dissipate v to cause to separate and go in different directions disperse,dispel,scatter dissipate v move away from each other disperse,scatter dissipate v spend frivolously and unwisely fritter,shoot,fool dissipate v live a life of pleasure, especially with respect to alcoholic consumption dissipated adj unrestrained by convention or morality degenerate,degraded,libertine,profligate,riotous,fast dissipated adj preoccupied with the pursuit of pleasure and especially games of chance betting,sporting dissipation n breaking up and scattering by dispersion dissipation n dissolute indulgence in sensual pleasure profligacy,dissolution dissipation n useless or profitless activity; using or expending or consuming thoughtlessly or carelessly waste,wastefulness dissociate v part; cease or break association with disassociate,divorce,disjoint dissociate v regard as unconnected associate dissociate v to undergo a reversible or temporary breakdown of a molecule into simpler molecules or atoms dissociation n the act of removing from association dissociation n a state in which some integrated part of a person's life becomes separated from the rest of the personality and functions independently disassociation dissociation n (chemistry) the temporary or reversible process in which a molecule or ion is broken down into smaller molecules or ions dissociative adj tending to produce dissociation dissolution n separation into component parts disintegration dissolution n the process of going into solution dissolving dissolution n dissolute indulgence in sensual pleasure profligacy,dissipation dissolution n the termination of a meeting adjournment dissolve n (film) a gradual transition from one scene to the next; the next scene is gradually superimposed as the former scene fades out dissolve v become weaker dissolve v cause to go into a solution resolve dissolve v come to an end dissolve v stop functioning or cohering as a unit disband dissolved adj (of solid matter) reduced to a liquid form dissolver n a liquid substance capable of dissolving other substances solvent dissolving n the process of going into solution dissolution dissonance n a conflict of people's opinions or actions or characters disagreement,dissension dissonance n the auditory experience of sound that lacks musical quality; sound that is a disagreeable auditory experience noise,racket dissonance n disagreeable sounds harmony dissonant adj characterized by musical dissonance; harmonically unresolved unresolved dissonant adj lacking in harmony discordant dissonant adj not in accord dissuade v turn away from by persuasion deter persuade dissymmetry n (mathematics) a lack of symmetry asymmetry,imbalance distal adj situated farthest from point of attachment or origin, as of a limb or bone proximal distal adj directed away from the midline or mesial plane of the body distance n the property created by the space between two objects or points distance n a distant region distance n size of the gap between two places length distance n indifference by personal withdrawal aloofness distance v keep at a distance distance v go far ahead of outdistance,outstrip distant adj separated in space or coming from or going to a distance close distant adj far apart in relevance or relationship or kinship remote close distant adj remote in manner aloof,upstage distant adj separate or apart in time remote,removed distaste n a feeling of intense dislike antipathy,aversion distasteful adj not pleasing in odor or taste unsavory distasteful adj highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust disgusting,foul,loathsome,repellent,repelling,revolting,skanky,wicked distemper n any of various infectious viral diseases of animals distemper n an angry and disagreeable mood distemper n paint made by mixing the pigments with water and a binder distemper n a painting created with paint that is made by mixing the pigments with water and a binder distemper v paint with distemper distend v become wider dilate distend v cause to expand as it by internal pressure distend v swell from or as if from internal pressure distension n the act of expanding by pressure from within distension n the state of being stretched beyond normal dimensions dilatation distill v remove impurities from, increase the concentration of, and separate through the process of distillation purify distill v undergo the process of distillation distill v extract by the process of distillation extract distill v undergo condensation; change from a gaseous to a liquid state and fall in drops condense distillate n a purified liquid produced by condensation from a vapor during distilling; the product of distilling distillation distillation n the process of purifying a liquid by boiling it and condensing its vapors distillation n a purified liquid produced by condensation from a vapor during distilling; the product of distilling distillate distiller n someone who distills alcoholic liquors distillery n a plant and works where alcoholic drinks are made by distillation still distinct adj (often followed by `from') not alike; different in nature or quality distinguishable distinct adj easy to perceive; especially clearly outlined indistinct distinct adj constituting a separate entity or part discrete distinct adj recognizable; marked decided distinction n a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes differentiation distinction n high status importance owing to marked superiority eminence,note distinction n a distinguishing difference between similar things or people distinction n an honor awarded to someone in recognition of achievement or superiority distinctive adj of a feature that helps to distinguish a person or thing typical distinctive adj capable of being classified classifiable distinctively adv in an identifiably distinctive manner distinctiveness n a distinguishing trait peculiarity,specialty,speciality distinctiveness n utter dissimilarity distinctly adv clear to the mind; with distinct mental discernment clearly distinctly adv in a distinct and distinguishable manner distinctly adv to a distinct degree distinctness n the quality of being sharp and clear sharpness distinctness n the state of being several and distinct separateness distinctness n the quality of being not alike; being distinct or different from that otherwise experienced or known otherness,separateness distinguish v mark as different separate,differentiate,secern,tell distinguish v detect with the senses spot,recognize,recognise,discern distinguish v be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense mark,differentiate distinguish v make conspicuous or noteworthy distinguishable adj capable of being perceived as different or distinct indistinguishable distinguishable adj (often followed by `from') not alike; different in nature or quality distinct distinguished adj (used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation distinguished adj used of a person's appearance or behavior; befitting an eminent person grand,imposing,magisterial distort v make false by mutilation or addition; as of a message or story falsify,garble,warp distort v form into a spiral shape twist,twine distort v twist and press out of shape contort,deform,wring distort v affect as in thought or feeling tinge,color,colour distorted adj so badly formed or out of shape as to be ugly deformed,malformed,misshapen distorted adj having an intended meaning altered or misrepresented misrepresented,perverted,twisted distortion n a change for the worse deformation distortion n a shape resulting from distortion distortion n an optical phenomenon resulting from the failure of a lens or mirror to produce a good image aberration distortion n a change (usually undesired) in the waveform of an acoustic or analog electrical signal; the difference between two measurements of a signal distract v draw someone's attention away from something deflect distract v disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed perturb,unhinge,disquiet,trouble,cark,disorder distracted adj having the attention diverted especially because of anxiety distrait distraction n mental turmoil distraction n an obstacle to attention distraction n an entertainment that provokes pleased interest and distracts you from worries and vexations distraction n the act of distracting; drawing someone's attention away from something distrait adj having the attention diverted especially because of anxiety distracted distraught adj deeply agitated especially from emotion overwrought distress n psychological suffering hurt,suffering distress n a state of adversity (danger or affliction or need) distress n extreme physical pain distress n the seizure and holding of property as security for payment of a debt or satisfaction of a claim distress v bring into difficulties or distress, especially financial hardship distress v cause mental pain to distressed adj facing or experiencing financial trouble or difficulty distressed adj generalized feeling of distress dysphoric,unhappy distressed adj suffering severe physical strain or distress stressed distressed adj afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief disturbed,upset,worried distressing adj causing distress or worry or anxiety disturbing,perturbing,troubling,worrisome,worrying distressing adj bad; unfortunate deplorable,lamentable,pitiful,sad,sorry distressingly adv unpleasantly painfully distribute v administer or bestow, as in small portions administer,deal,lot,dispense,allot distribute v distribute or disperse widely spread distribute v make available distribute v give to several people distributed adj spread out or scattered about or divided up concentrated distribution n (statistics) an arrangement of values of a variable showing their observed or theoretical frequency of occurrence distribution n the spatial or geographic property of being scattered about over a range, area, or volume dispersion concentration distribution n the act of distributing or spreading or apportioning distribution n the commercial activity of transporting and selling goods from a producer to a consumer distributive adj serving to distribute or allot or disperse collective distributor n someone who markets merchandise distributor n a person with authority to allot or deal out or apportion allocator distributor n a company that markets merchandise distributor n electrical device that distributes voltage to the spark plugs of a gasoline engine in the order of the firing sequence district n a region marked off for administrative or other purposes territory,dominion district v regulate housing in; of certain areas of towns zone distrust n doubt about someone's honesty misgiving,mistrust,suspicion distrust n the trait of not trusting others mistrust trust distrust v regard as untrustworthy; regard with suspicion; have no faith or confidence in mistrust,suspect trust distrustful adj having or showing distrust disturb v move deeply upset,trouble disturb v change the arrangement or position of agitate,vex disturb v tamper with touch disturb v destroy the peace or tranquility of interrupt disturbance n activity that is a malfunction, intrusion, or interruption perturbation disturbance n an unhappy and worried mental state perturbation,upset disturbance n a disorderly outburst or tumult disruption,commotion,flutter disturbance n a noisy fight affray,fray,ruffle disturbed adj having the place or position changed disturbed adj afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief distressed,upset,worried disturbed adj emotionally unstable and having difficulty coping with personal relationships maladjusted disturbed adj affected with madness or insanity crazy,demented,mad,sick,unbalanced,unhinged disturbing adj causing distress or worry or anxiety distressing,perturbing,troubling,worrisome,worrying disturbingly adv in a disturbing manner disunify v break up or separate unify disunion n the termination or destruction of union union disunity n lack of unity (usually resulting from dissension) disuse n the state of something that has been unused and neglected neglect disused adj no longer in use obsolete dit n the shorter of the two telegraphic signals used in Morse code dot ditch n a long narrow excavation in the earth ditch n any small natural waterway ditch v forsake ditch v throw away chuck ditch v sever all ties with, usually unceremoniously or irresponsibly dump ditch v make an emergency landing on water dither n an excited state of agitation pother,fuss,tizzy,flap dither v act nervously; be undecided; be uncertain dither v make a fuss; be agitated flap,pother dithering n the process of representing intermediate colors by patterns of tiny colored dots that simulate the desired color dithyramb n a wildly enthusiastic speech or piece of writing dithyramb n (ancient Greece) a passionate hymn (usually in honor of Dionysus) ditto n a mark used to indicate the word above it should be repeated ditto v repeat an action or statement ditty n a short simple song (or the words of a poem intended to be sung) diuretic n any substance that tends to increase the flow of urine, which causes the body to get rid of excess water diurnal adj of or belonging to or active during the day nocturnal diurnal adj having a daily cycle or occurring every day diva n a distinguished female operatic singer; a female operatic star divagate v lose clarity or turn aside especially from the main subject of attention or course of argument in writing, thinking, or speaking digress,stray,wander divalent adj having a valence of two or having two valences bivalent divan n a long backless sofa (usually with pillows against a wall) divan n a Muslim council of state divan n a collection of Persian or Arabic poems (usually by one author) divan n a Muslim council chamber or law court dive n a cheap disreputable nightclub or dance hall dive n a headlong plunge into water diving dive n a steep nose-down descent by an aircraft nosedive dive v drop steeply plunge,plunk dive v plunge into water dive v swim under water diver n someone who works underwater frogman diver n someone who dives (into water) plunger diver n large somewhat primitive fish-eating diving bird of the northern hemisphere having webbed feet placed far back; related to the grebes loon diverge v move or draw apart converge diverge v have no limits as a mathematical series converge diverge v extend in a different direction converge diverge v be at variance with; be out of line with deviate,vary,depart divergence n the act of moving away in different direction from a common point divergence n a variation that deviates from the standard or norm deviation,departure,difference divergence n an infinite series that has no limit convergence divergence n a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions discrepancy,disagreement,variance divergent adj diverging from another or from a standard divergent adj tending to move apart in different directions diverging convergent diverging adj tending to move apart in different directions divergent divers adj many and different diverse diverse adj many and different divers diverse adj distinctly dissimilar or unlike various diversely adv in diverse ways variously diversification n the act of introducing variety (especially in investments or in the variety of goods and services offered) diversification n the condition of being varied diversified adj having variety of character or form or components; or having increased variety undiversified diversify v make (more) diverse diversify v spread into new habitats and produce variety or variegate radiate diversify v vary in order to spread risk or to expand broaden specialize diversion n an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates recreation diversion n a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern) deviation,digression,deflection diversion n an attack calculated to draw enemy defense away from the point of the principal attack diversionary adj (of tactics e.g.) likely or designed to confuse or deceive diversity n noticeable heterogeneity variety diversity n the condition or result of being changeable divert v turn aside; turn away from deviate divert v send on a course or in a direction different from the planned or intended one divert v occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion amuse,disport divert v withdraw (money) and move into a different location, often secretly and with dishonest intentions diverted adj pleasantly occupied amused,entertained diverticulum n a herniation through the muscular wall of a tubular organ (especially the colon) diverting adj providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining amusing divest v take away possessions from someone deprive,strip divest v deprive of status or authority invest divest v reduce or dispose of; cease to hold (an investment) invest divest v remove (someone's or one's own) clothes strip,undress divestiture n an order to an offending party to rid itself of property; it has the purpose of depriving the defendant of the gains of wrongful behavior divestiture n the sale by a company of a product line or a subsidiary or a division divide n a serious disagreement between two groups of people (typically producing tension or hostility) divide n a ridge of land that separates two adjacent river systems watershed divide v separate into parts or portions split,separate,dissever unite divide v perform a division fraction multiply divide v act as a barrier between; stand between separate divide v come apart separate,part divided adj separated into parts or pieces united divided adj having a median strip or island between lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions divided adj distributed in portions (often equal) on the basis of a plan or purpose shared dividend n that part of the earnings of a corporation that is distributed to its shareholders; usually paid quarterly dividend n a number to be divided by another number dividend n a bonus; something extra (especially a share of a surplus) divider n a taxonomist who classifies organisms into many groups on the basis of relatively minor characteristics splitter divider n a person who separates something into parts or groups divider n a vertical structure that divides or separates (as a wall divides one room from another) partition divider n a drafting instrument resembling a compass that is used for dividing lines into equal segments or for transferring measurements divination n successful conjecture by unusual insight or good luck divination n a prediction uttered under divine inspiration prophecy divination n the art or gift of prophecy (or the pretense of prophecy) by supernatural means foretelling divine n terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God godhead,lord,creator,maker,almighty,jehovah divine n a clergyman or other person in religious orders cleric,churchman,ecclesiastic divine v perceive intuitively or through some inexplicable perceptive powers divine v search by divining, as if with a rod divine adj emanating from God godly divine adj resulting from divine providence providential divine adj being or having the nature of a god godlike divine adj devoted to or in the service or worship of a deity divinely adv by divine means diving n an athletic competition that involves diving into water diving n a headlong plunge into water dive divinity n any supernatural being worshipped as controlling some part of the world or some aspect of life or who is the personification of a force deity,god,immortal divinity n the quality of being divine divinity n white creamy fudge made with egg whites divinity n the rational and systematic study of religion and its influences and of the nature of religious truth theology divisible adj capable of being or liable to be divided or separated indivisible division n an army unit large enough to sustain combat division n one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole part,section division n the act or process of dividing division n an administrative unit in government or business divisional adj of or relating to a military division divisional adj serving to divide or marking a division divisional adj constituting a division or an aliquot part of the basic monetary unit divisive adj dissenting (especially dissenting with the majority opinion) factious divisor n one of two or more integers that can be exactly divided into another integer factor divisor n the number by which a dividend is divided divorce n the legal dissolution of a marriage divorce v part; cease or break association with disassociate,dissociate,disjoint divorce v get a divorce; formally terminate a marriage divorced adj of someone whose marriage has been legally dissolved divorcee n a divorced woman or a woman who is separated from her husband divot n (golf) the cavity left when a piece of turf is cut from the ground by the club head in making a stroke divot n a piece of turf dug out of a lawn or fairway (by an animals hooves or a golf club) divulge v make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret unwrap,disclose,reveal,discover,expose,break,uncover divvy n short for dividend; especially one paid by a cooperative society dix n United States social reformer who pioneered in the reform of prisons and in the treatment of the mentally ill; superintended women army nurs dixie n the southern states that seceded from the United States in 1861 confederacy,south,dixieland dixie n a large metal pot (12 gallon camp kettle) for cooking; used in military camps dixieland n the southern states that seceded from the United States in 1861 confederacy,south,dixie dizen v dress up garishly and tastelessly bedizen dizziness n a reeling sensation; a feeling that you are about to fall lightheadedness,vertigo dizzy v make dizzy or giddy dizzy adj having or causing a whirling sensation; liable to falling giddy,woozy dizzy adj lacking seriousness; given to frivolity giddy,lightheaded,silly dj n a person who announces and plays popular recorded music dj v comment on music to be played djinn n (Islam) an invisible spirit mentioned in the Koran and believed by Muslims to inhabit the earth and influence mankind by appearing in the fo genie dmz n a zone from which military forces or operations or installations are prohibited dna n (biochemistry) a long linear polymer found in the nucleus of a cell and formed from nucleotides and shaped like a double helix; associated w dnieper n a river that rises in Russia near Smolensk and flowing south through Belarus and Ukraine to empty into the Black Sea do n an uproarious party bash,brawl do n the syllable naming the first (tonic) note of any major scale in solmization doh do n doctor's degree in osteopathy do v engage in make do v carry out or perform an action perform,execute do v get (something) done perform do v proceed or get along fare,come doable adj capable of existing or taking place or proving true; possible to do accomplishable,achievable,manageable,realizable dobbin n a quiet plodding workhorse doberman n medium large breed of dog of German origin with a glossy black and tan coat; used as a watchdog dobra n the basic unit of money on Sao Tome e Principe dobson n large brown aquatic larva of the dobsonfly; used as fishing bait dobson n large soft-bodied insect having long slender mandibles in the male; aquatic larvae often used as bait doc n a licensed medical practitioner doctor,physician,md,medico doc n the United States federal department that promotes and administers domestic and foreign trade (including management of the census and the pa commerce docent n a teacher at some universities docile adj willing to be taught or led or supervised or directed stubborn docile adj ready and willing to be taught teachable docile adj easily handled or managed gentle docility n the trait of being agreeably submissive and manageable dock n an enclosure in a court of law where the defendant sits during the trial dock n any of certain coarse weedy plants with long taproots, sometimes used as table greens or in folk medicine sorrel dock n a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats pier,wharf,wharfage dock n a platform where trucks or trains can be loaded or unloaded dock v come into dock undock dock v deprive someone of benefits, as a penalty dock v deduct from someone's wages dock v remove or shorten the tail of an animal tail,bob dockage n a fee charged for a vessel to use a dock dockage n landing in a harbor next to a pier where ships are loaded and unloaded or repaired; may have gates to let water in or out dock dockage n the act of securing an arriving vessel with ropes docking docker n a laborer who loads and unloads vessels in a port stevedore,loader,lumper docket n (law) the calendar of a court; the list of cases to be tried or a summary of the court's activities docket n a temporally organized plan for matters to be attended to agenda,schedule docket v place on the docket for legal action docket v make a summary or abstract of a legal document and inscribe it in a list docking n the act of securing an arriving vessel with ropes dockage dockside n the region adjacent to a boat dock dockyard n an establishment on the waterfront where vessels are built or fitted out or repaired doctor n a licensed medical practitioner doc,physician,md,medico doctor n (Roman Catholic Church) a title conferred on 33 saints who distinguished themselves through the orthodoxy of their theological teaching doctor n children take the roles of physician or patient or nurse and pretend they are at the physician's office doctor n a person who holds Ph.D. degree (or the equivalent) from an academic institution doctor v alter and make impure, as with the intention to deceive sophisticate doctor v give medical treatment to doctor v restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken repair,mend,fix,bushel,restore doctoral adj of or relating to a doctor or doctorate doctorate n one of the highest earned academic degrees conferred by a university doctrinaire n a stubborn person of arbitrary or arrogant opinions doctrinaire adj stubbornly insistent on theory without regard for practicality or suitability doctrinal adj relating to or involving or preoccupied with doctrine doctrine n a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school philosophy,ism document n writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature) papers document n anything serving as a representation of a person's thinking by means of symbolic marks document n a written account of ownership or obligation document n (computer science) a computer file that contains text (and possibly formatting instructions) using seven-bit ASCII characters document v record in detail document v support or supply with references documentary n a film or TV program presenting the facts about a person or event documentary adj relating to or consisting of or derived from documents documentary adj (of film, television, radio, or photography) depicting a real-life event using images or interviews with people involved in the event documentation n confirmation that some fact or statement is true through the use of documentary evidence certification,corroboration documentation n program listings or technical manuals describing the operation and use of programs documentation n documentary validation support documented adj furnished with or supported by documents undocumented documented adj established as genuine attested,authenticated dod n the federal department responsible for safeguarding national security of the United States; created in 1947 defense dodder n a leafless annual parasitic vine of the genus Cuscuta having whitish or yellow filamentous stems; obtain nourishment through haustoria dodder v walk unsteadily toddle,totter,paddle,waddle doddering adj mentally or physically infirm with age gaga,senile doddle n an easy task dodge n an elaborate or deceitful scheme contrived to deceive or evade contrivance,stratagem dodge n a quick evasive movement dodge n a statement that evades the question by cleverness or trickery dodging,scheme dodge v make a sudden movement in a new direction so as to avoid dodge v move to and fro or from place to place usually in an irregular course dodge v avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) hedge,fudge,evade,circumvent,parry,elude,skirt,duck dodger n a shifty deceptive person fox dodger n small oval cake of corn bread baked or fried (chiefly southern) dodging n nonperformance of something distasteful (as by deceit or trickery) that you are supposed to do evasion,escape dodging n a statement that evades the question by cleverness or trickery dodge,scheme dodging n deliberately avoiding; keeping away from or preventing from happening avoidance,shunning dodgson n English author; Charles Dodgson was an Oxford don of mathematics who is remembered for the children's stories he wrote under the pen name Le carroll dodgy adj of uncertain outcome; especially fraught with risk chancy,chanceful,dicey dodgy adj marked by skill in deception crafty,cunning,foxy,slick,sly,tricky,wily dodo n someone whose style is out of fashion fogy,fossil dodo n extinct heavy flightless bird of Mauritius related to pigeons doe n the federal department responsible for maintaining a national energy policy of the United States; created in 1977 energy doe n mature female of mammals of which the male is called `buck' doer n a person who acts and gets things done actor,worker doff v remove dog n a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in m dog n a dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman frump dog n informal term for a man dog n someone who is morally reprehensible cad,bounder,blackguard,hound,heel dog v go after with the intent to catch chase,trail,tail,tag,track dogbane n any of several poisonous perennial plants of the genus Apocynum having acrid milky juice and bell-shaped white or pink flowers and a very bi doge n formerly the chief magistrate in the republics of Venice and Genoa dogfight n a fiercely disputed contest dogfight n disorderly fighting hassle,scuffle,tussle dogfight n an aerial engagement between fighter planes dogfight n a violent fight between dogs (sometimes organized illegally for entertainment and gambling) dogfight v arrange for an illegal dogfight dogfight v engage in an aerial battle with another fighter plane dogfish n primitive long-bodied carnivorous freshwater fish with a very long dorsal fin; found in sluggish waters of North America bowfin,grindle dogfish n any of several small sharks dogged adj stubbornly unyielding dour,persistent,tenacious,unyielding doggedly adv with obstinate determination tenaciously doggedness n persistent determination perseverance,persistence,tenacity,tenaciousness doggerel n a comic verse of irregular measure jingle doggie n informal terms for dogs pooch,doggy,barker dogging adj relentless and indefatigable in pursuit or as if in pursuit persisting doggy n informal terms for dogs pooch,doggie,barker doghouse n outbuilding that serves as a shelter for a dog kennel doghouse n an idiomatic term for being in disfavor dogleg n angle that resembles the hind leg of a dog dogleg n a golf hole with a sharp angle in the fairway doglike adj resembling a dog; especially in devotion dogma n a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without proof tenet dogma n a doctrine or code of beliefs accepted as authoritative dogmatic adj characterized by assertion of unproved or unprovable principles dogmatic adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of a doctrine or code of beliefs accepted as authoritative dogmatic adj relating to or involving dogma dogmatically adv in a narrow-minded dogmatic manner dogmatism n the intolerance and prejudice of a bigot bigotry dogsbody n a worker who has to do all the unpleasant or boring jobs that no one else wants to do dogwatch n either of two short watches: from 4-6 pm or 6-8 pm dogwood n a tree of shrub of the genus Cornus often having showy bracts resembling flowers cornel dogwood n hard tough wood of any dogwood of the genus Cornus; resembles boxwood doh n the syllable naming the first (tonic) note of any major scale in solmization do doi n the United States federal department charged with conservation and the development of natural resources; created in 1849 interior doily n a small round piece of linen placed under a dish or bowl doings n manner of acting or controlling yourself behavior,behaviour,conduct dol n a unit of pain intensity dol n the federal department responsible for promoting the working conditions of wage earners in the United States; created in 1913 labor dolby n United States electrical engineer who devised the Dolby system used to reduce background noise in tape recording dolce adv gently and sweetly doldrums n a state of inactivity (in business or art etc) stagnation doldrums n a belt of calms and light winds between the northern and southern trade winds of the Atlantic and Pacific dole n a share of money or food or clothing that has been charitably given dole n money received from the state doleful adj filled with or evoking sadness mournful doll n a small replica of a person; used as a toy dolly doll n informal terms for a (young) woman dame,wench,skirt,chick,bird dollar n the basic monetary unit in many countries; equal to 100 cents dollar n a piece of paper money worth one dollar buck,clam dollar n a United States coin worth one dollar dollar n a symbol of commercialism or greed dollhouse n a house so small that it is likened to a child's plaything dollhouse n a small model of a house used as a toy by children dollop n a small measure (usually of food) dolly n conveyance consisting of a wheeled support on which a camera can be mounted dolly n conveyance consisting of a wheeled platform for moving heavy objects dolly n a small replica of a person; used as a toy doll dolman n a hussar's jacket worn over the shoulders dolman n a woman's cloak with dolman sleeves dolmen n a prehistoric megalithic tomb typically having two large upright stones and a capstone dolomite n a kind of sedimentary rock resembling marble or limestone but rich in magnesium carbonate dolomite n a light colored mineral consisting of calcium magnesium carbonate; a source of magnesium; used as a ceramic and as fertilizer dolorous adj showing sorrow lachrymose,tearful,weeping dolour n (poetry) painful grief dolphin n large slender food and game fish widely distributed in warm seas (especially around Hawaii) dolphin n any of various small toothed whales with a beaklike snout; larger than porpoises dolt n a person who is not very bright stupid,stupe,dullard domain n a particular environment or walk of life sphere,area,orbit,field,arena domain n territory over which rule or control is exercised demesne,land domain n (mathematics) the set of values of the independent variable for which a function is defined domain n people in general; especially a distinctive group of people with some shared interest world dome n a concave shape whose distinguishing characteristic is that the concavity faces downward dome n informal terms for a human head attic,bean,bonce,noodle,noggin dome n a stadium that has a roof dome n a hemispherical roof domed adj having a hemispherical vault or dome vaulted domestic n a servant who is paid to perform menial tasks around the household domestic adj of concern to or concerning the internal affairs of a nation foreign domestic adj of or relating to the home domestic adj of or involving the home or family domestic adj converted or adapted to domestic use domesticated domestically adv with respect to the internal affairs of a government domestically adv with respect to home or family domesticate v adapt (a wild plant or unclaimed land) to the environment cultivate,naturalize,tame domesticate v overcome the wildness of; make docile and tractable reclaim,tame domesticate v make fit for cultivation, domestic life, and service to humans tame domesticated adj converted or adapted to domestic use domestic domesticated adj accustomed to home life domestication n adaptation to intimate association with human beings domestication n the attribute of having been domesticated domestication n accommodation to domestic life domesticity n the quality of being domestic or domesticated domesticity n domestic activities or life domicile n (law) the residence where you have your permanent home or principal establishment and to where, whenever you are absent, you intend to retur domicile n housing that someone is living in dwelling,home,abode,habitation domicile v make one's home in a particular place or community reside,shack dominance n superior development of one side of the body dominance n the state that exists when one person or group has power over another ascendance,ascendancy,ascendency,control dominance n the organic phenomenon in which one of a pair of alleles present in a genotype is expressed in the phenotype and the other allele of the pai dominance n the power or right to give orders or make decisions authority,authorization,potency dominant n (music) the fifth note of the diatonic scale dominant n an allele that produces the same phenotype whether its paired allele is identical or different dominant adj exercising influence or control subordinate dominant adj (of genes) producing the same phenotype whether its allele is identical or dissimilar recessive dominant adj most frequent or common prevailing,prevalent,predominant,rife dominate v be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance predominate,rule,reign,prevail dominate v be in control dominate v have dominance or the power to defeat over master dominate v be greater in significance than overshadow,eclipse dominated adj controlled or ruled by superior authority or power dominated adj harassed by persistent nagging henpecked dominating adj most powerful or important or influential ascendant dominating adj used of a height or viewpoint commanding,overlooking dominating adj offensively self-assured or given to exercising usually unwarranted power autocratic,bossy,magisterial,peremptory domination n social control by dominating domination n power to dominate or defeat mastery,supremacy domine n a clergyman; especially a settled minister or parson dominus domineer v rule or exercise power over (somebody) in a cruel and autocratic manner domineering adj tending to domineer submissive domingo n Spanish operatic tenor noted for performances in operas by Verdi and Puccini (born in 1941) dominic n (Roman Catholic Church) Spanish priest who founded an order whose members became known as Dominicans or Black Friars (circa 1170-1221) dominical adj of or relating to or coming from Jesus Christ dominical adj of or relating to Sunday as the Lord's Day dominican n a Roman Catholic friar wearing the black mantle of the Dominican order dominican n a native or inhabitant of the Dominican Republic dominican adj of or relating to or characteristic of the Dominican Republic or its people dominican adj of or relating to Saint Dominic or the Dominican order dominick n American breed of chicken having barred grey plumage raised for meat and brown eggs dominique dominion n dominance or power through legal authority rule dominion n a region marked off for administrative or other purposes district,territory dominion n one of the self-governing nations in the British Commonwealth dominique n American breed of chicken having barred grey plumage raised for meat and brown eggs dominick domino n United States rhythm and blues pianist and singer and composer (born in 1928) domino n a loose hooded cloak worn with a half mask as part of a masquerade costume domino n a mask covering the upper part of the face but with holes for the eyes domino n a small rectangular block used in playing the game of dominoes; the face of each block has two equal areas that can bear 0 to 6 dots dominoes n any of several games played with small rectangular blocks dominos dominos n any of several games played with small rectangular blocks dominoes dominus n a clergyman; especially a settled minister or parson domine don n a Spanish gentleman or nobleman don n teacher at a university or college (especially at Cambridge or Oxford) don n the head of an organized crime family father don n Celtic goddess; mother of Gwydion and Arianrhod; corresponds to Irish Danu don v put clothing on one's body wear,assume dona n a Spanish courtesy title or form of address for a woman donar n the Teutonic god of thunder; counterpart of Norse Thor donate v give to a charity or good cause donation n a voluntary gift (as of money or service or ideas) made to some worthwhile cause contribution donation n act of giving in common with others for a common purpose especially to a charity contribution done adj having finished or arrived at completion through done adj cooked until ready to serve donetsk n an industrial city in the Donets Basin dong n the basic unit of money in Vietnam dong v go `ding dong', like a bell ding dongle n (computer science) an electronic device that must be attached to a computer in order for it to use protected software donjon n the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress keep,dungeon donkey n the symbol of the Democratic Party; introduced in cartoons by Thomas Nast in 1874 donkey n domestic beast of burden descended from the African wild ass; patient but stubborn donna n an Italian woman of rank donne n English clergyman and metaphysical poet celebrated as a preacher (1572-1631) donor n person who makes a gift of property giver,presenter donor n (medicine) someone who gives blood or tissue or an organ to be used in another person (the host) donut n a small ring-shaped friedcake doughnut,sinker doob n trailing grass native to Europe now cosmopolitan in warm regions; used for lawns and pastures especially in southern United States and India doodad n something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known doohickey,gimmick,gizmo,thingamabob,thingummy,whatchamacallit doodle n an aimless drawing scribble,scrabble doodle v make a doodle; draw aimlessly doodlebug n a small motor vehicle doodlebug n a small jet-propelled winged missile that carries a bomb doodlebug n the larva of any of several insects doofus n a stupid incompetent person dimwit,nitwit doohickey n something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known doodad,gimmick,gizmo,thingamabob,thingummy,whatchamacallit doolittle n United States Air Force officer who electrified the world in 1942 by leading a squadron of 16 bombers on a daylight raid over Tokyo (1896-19 doom n an unpleasant or disastrous destiny doomsday doom v decree or designate beforehand destine,fate,designate doom v pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law sentence,condemn doom v make certain of the failure or destruction of doomed n people who are destined to die soon lost doomed adj marked for certain death doomed adj in danger of the eternal punishment of Hell cursed,damned,unredeemed doomed adj marked by or promising bad fortune unlucky doomed adj (usually followed by `to') determined by tragic fate fated doomsday n (New Testament) day at the end of time following Armageddon when God will decree the fates of all individual humans according to the good an doomsday n an unpleasant or disastrous destiny doom door n a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle door n the entrance (the space in a wall) through which you enter or leave a room or building; the space that a door can close doorway,threshold door n anything providing a means of access (or escape) door n a structure where people live or work (usually ordered along a street or road) doorbell n a push button at an outer door that gives a ringing or buzzing signal when pushed bell,buzzer doorframe n the frame that supports a door doorkeeper n an official stationed at the entrance of a courtroom or legislative chamber usher doorkeeper n the lowest of the minor Holy Orders in the unreformed Western Church but now suppressed by the Roman Catholic Church doorkeeper n someone who guards an entrance doorman,porter,gatekeeper doorknob n a knob used to release the catch when opening a door (often called `doorhandle' in Great Britain) doorman n someone who guards an entrance doorkeeper,porter,gatekeeper doormat n a person who is physically weak and ineffectual weakling,wuss doormat n a mat placed outside an exterior door for wiping the shoes before entering doornail n a nail with a large head; formerly used to decorate doors doorsill n the sill of a door; a horizontal piece of wood or stone that forms the bottom of a doorway and offers support when passing through a doorway doorstep,threshold doorstep n the sill of a door; a horizontal piece of wood or stone that forms the bottom of a doorway and offers support when passing through a doorway doorsill,threshold doorway n the entrance (the space in a wall) through which you enter or leave a room or building; the space that a door can close door,threshold dopa n amino acid that is formed in the liver and converted into dopamine in the brain dopamine n a monoamine neurotransmitter found in the brain and essential for the normal functioning of the central nervous system; as a drug (trade nam dope n street names for marijuana pot,grass,weed,gage,sens,smoke,skunk dope n an ignorant or foolish person dumbbell,dummy,boob,booby,pinhead dope n carbonated drink flavored with extract from kola nuts (`dope' is a southernism in the United States) cola dope n slang terms for inside information poop dope v take drugs to improve one's athletic performance dope v add impurities to (a semiconductor) in order to produce or modify its properties dope v give a narcotic to doped adj treated or impregnated with a foreign substance doped adj under the influence of narcotics drugged dopey adj having or revealing stupidity foolish,jerky doppelganger n a ghostly double of a living person that haunts its living counterpart doppler n Austrian physicist famous for his discovery of the Doppler effect (1803-1853) dorado n a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Reticulum and Pictor; contains most of the Large Magellanic Cloud dorian n a member of one of four linguistic divisions of the prehistoric Greeks dorian n the ancient Greek inhabitants of Doris who entered Greece from the north about 1100 BC dorian adj of or relating to the ancient Greek inhabitants of Doris, to their Doric dialect of Greek, or to their culture doric n the dialect of Ancient Greek spoken in Doris doric adj of or pertaining to the Doric style of architecture doris n (Greek mythology) wife of Nereus and mother of the Nereids doris n a small region of ancient Greece where the Doric dialect was spoken dork n a dull stupid fatuous person jerk dorm n a college or university building containing living quarters for students dormitory,hall dormancy n a state of quiet (but possibly temporary) inaction dormancy n quiet and inactive restfulness sleeping dormant adj in a condition of biological rest or suspended animation torpid dormant adj (of e.g. volcanos) not erupting and not extinct inactive active dormant adj lying with head on paws as if sleeping sleeping dormant adj inactive but capable of becoming active abeyant dormer n a gabled extension built out from a sloping roof to accommodate a vertical window dormitory n a college or university building containing living quarters for students dorm,hall dormitory n a large sleeping room containing several beds dormouse n small furry-tailed squirrel-like Old World rodent that becomes torpid in cold weather dorsal adj belonging to or on or near the back or upper surface of an animal or organ or part ventral dorsal adj facing away from the axis of an organ or organism dorsally adv in a dorsal location or direction dorsum n the posterior part of a human (or animal) body from the neck to the end of the spine back dorsum n the back of the body of a vertebrate or any analogous surface (as the upper or outer surface of an organ or appendage or part) dory n a small boat of shallow draft with cross thwarts for seats and rowlocks for oars with which it is propelled dinghy,rowboat dory n pike-like freshwater perches walleye dory n marine fishes widely distributed in mid-waters and deep slope waters dos n the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies state dos n an operating system that is on a disk dosage n the quantity of an active agent (substance or radiation) taken in or absorbed at any one time dose dosage n a measured portion of medicine taken at any one time dose dose n a measured portion of medicine taken at any one time dosage dose n the quantity of an active agent (substance or radiation) taken in or absorbed at any one time dosage dose n a communicable infection transmitted by sexual intercourse or genital contact dose n street name for lysergic acid diethylamide acid,dot,elvis,pane,superman,zen dose v treat with an agent; add (an agent) to dose v administer a drug to drug doss v sleep in a convenient place crash dosser n someone who sleeps in any convenient place dossier n a collection of papers containing detailed information about a particular person or subject (usually a person's record) dostoevsky n Russian novelist who wrote of human suffering with humor and psychological insight (1821-1881) dot n a very small circular shape point dot n the United States federal department that institutes and coordinates national transportation programs; created in 1966 transportation dot n the shorter of the two telegraphic signals used in Morse code dit dot n street name for lysergic acid diethylamide acid,dose,elvis,pane,superman,zen dot v scatter or intersperse like dots or studs stud dot v distribute loosely scatter,sprinkle,dust,disperse dot v make a dot or dots dot v mark with a dot dotage n mental infirmity as a consequence of old age; sometimes shown by foolish infatuations senility dotard n an oldster in his dotage; someone whose age has impaired his intellect dote v be foolish or senile due to old age dote v shower with love; show excessive affection for doting adj extravagantly or foolishly loving and indulgent adoring,fond dotted adj having a pattern of dots flecked,specked,speckled dotted adj having gaps or spaces dashed dotterel n rare plover of upland areas of Eurasia dotty adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,bats,batty,bonkers,buggy,cracked,crackers dotty adj intensely enthusiastic about or preoccupied with crazy,wild,gaga double n a base hit on which the batter stops safely at second base double n a stand-in for movie stars to perform dangerous stunts double n someone who closely resembles a famous person (especially an actor) image double n a quantity that is twice as great as another double v increase twofold duplicate double v hit a two-base hit double v bend over or curl up, usually with laughter or pain double v do double duty; serve two purposes or have two functions double adj having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities dual,twofold,treble,threefold double adj consisting of or involving two parts or components usually in pairs dual,duple double adj twice as great or many doubled,twofold double adj used of flowers having more than the usual number of petals in crowded or overlapping arrangements single double adv downward and forward double adv two together double adv to double the degree doubly,twice doubled adj twice as great or many double,twofold doubles n badminton played with two players on each side doubles n tennis played with two players on each side doublet n a man's close-fitting jacket; worn during the Renaissance doubletree n a crossbar on a wagon or carriage to which two whiffletrees are attached in order to harness two horses abreast doubling n increase by a factor of two doubling n raising the stakes in a card game by a factor of 2 double doubly adv to double the degree double,twice doubly adv in a twofold manner doubt n the state of being unsure of something uncertainty doubt n uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something question doubt v consider unlikely or have doubts about doubt v lack confidence in or have doubts about doubter n someone who habitually doubts accepted beliefs skeptic,sceptic doubter n someone who is doubtful or noncommittal about something agnostic doubtful adj open to doubt or suspicion dubious doubtful adj fraught with uncertainty or doubt dubious doubtful adj unsettled in mind or opinion tentative doubting adj marked by or given to doubt questioning,skeptical doubtless adv without doubt; certainly undoubtedly douche n a small syringe with detachable nozzles; used for vaginal lavage and enemas douche n irrigation with a jet of water or medicated solution into or around a body part (especially the vagina) to treat infections or cleanse from douche v direct a spray of water into a bodily cavity, for cleaning dough n a flour mixture stiff enough to knead or roll dough n informal terms for money boodle,bread,cabbage,clams,dinero,kale,lettuce,lolly doughboy n an American infantryman in World War I doughboy n a rounded lump of dough that is deep-fried and served as hot bread doughnut n a toroidal shape ring,halo,annulus doughnut n a small ring-shaped friedcake donut,sinker doughy adj having the consistency of dough because of insufficient leavening or improper cooking soggy douglas n United States politician who proposed that individual territories be allowed to decide whether they would have slavery; he engaged in a famo douglass n United States abolitionist who escaped from slavery and became an influential writer and lecturer in the North (1817-1895) doula n an assistant (often the father of the soon-to-be-born child) who provides support for a woman in labor by encouraging her to use techniques dour adj stubbornly unyielding dogged,persistent,tenacious,unyielding dour adj harshly uninviting or formidable in manner or appearance forbidding,grim dour adj showing a brooding ill humor dark,glowering,glum,moody,morose,sour,sullen douse v put out, as of a candle or a light douse v wet thoroughly dowse douse v dip into a liquid dip,duck douse v immerse briefly into a liquid so as to wet, coat, or saturate dunk,dip,souse,plunge dousing n the act of wetting something by submerging it submersion,immersion,ducking dove n any of numerous small pigeons dove n someone who prefers negotiations to armed conflict in the conduct of foreign relations hawk dove n a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Puppis and Caelum columba dove n flesh of a pigeon suitable for roasting or braising; flesh of a dove (young squab) may be broiled squab dover n the capital of the state of Delaware dovetail n a mortise joint formed by interlocking tenons and mortises dovetail v fit together tightly, as if by means of a dovetail dovish adj opposed to war pacifist dowager n a widow holding property received from her deceased husband dowding n British marshal of the RAF who commanded the British air defense forces that defeated the Luftwaffe during the Battle of Britain (1882-1970) dowdy dowdy n British marshal of the RAF who commanded the British air defense forces that defeated the Luftwaffe during the Battle of Britain (1882-1970) dowding dowdy n deep-dish apple dessert covered with a rich crust dowdy adj lacking in smartness or taste dowdy adj primly out of date frumpy dowel n a fastener that is inserted into holes in two adjacent pieces and holds them together joggle dower n money or property brought by a woman to her husband at marriage dowry,portion dower n a life estate to which a wife is entitled on the death of her husband dower v furnish with an endowment endow dowerless adj lacking a dowry down n soft fine feathers down n (American football) a complete play to advance the football down n English physician who first described Down's syndrome (1828-1896) down n (usually plural) a rolling treeless highland with little soil down v drink down entirely pop,kill down v eat up completely, as with great appetite devour,demolish,consume down v bring down or defeat (an opponent) down v shoot at and force to come down land down adj being or moving lower in position or less in some value up down adj extending or moving from a higher to a lower place downward down adj becoming progressively lower down adj being put out by a strikeout down adv spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position downwards,downward,downwardly up down adv away from a more central or a more northerly place up down adv paid in cash at time of purchase down adv from an earlier time downbeat n the first beat of a musical measure (as the conductor's arm moves downward) downcast n a ventilation shaft through which air enters a mine downcast adj directed downward downcast adj filled with melancholy and despondency gloomy,grim,blue,depressed,dispirited,down,low downdraft n a strong downward air current downer n a drug that reduces excitability and calms a person sedative,depressant downfall n failure that results in a loss of position or reputation ruin,ruination downfall n the falling to earth of any form of water (rain or snow or hail or sleet or mist) precipitation downfall n a sudden decline in strength or number or importance fall downgrade n the property possessed by a slope or surface that descends downgrade v rate lower; lower in value or esteem upgrade downhill n the downward slope of a hill downhill n a ski race down a trail downhill adj sloping down rather steeply downhill adv toward a lower or inferior state downhill adv toward the bottom of a hill downing n United States landscape architect who designed the grounds of the White House and the Capitol Building (1815-1852) download v transfer a file or program from a central computer to a smaller computer or to a computer at a remote location upload downpour n a heavy rain cloudburst,deluge,torrent,soaker downright adj characterized by plain blunt honesty downright adj complete and without restriction or qualification; sometimes used informally as intensifiers absolute,rank,sheer downright adv thoroughgoing downriver adv away from the source or with the current downstream upriver downshift n a change from a financially rewarding but stressful career to a less well paid but more fulfilling one downshift n a change to a lower gear in a car or bicycle downside n a negative aspect of something that is generally positive downsizing n the reduction of expenditures in order to become financially stable retrenchment,curtailment downstage n the front half of the stage (as seen from the audience) downstage adj of the front half of a stage upstage downstage adv at or toward the front of the stage upstage downstairs adj on or of lower floors of a building upstairs downstairs adv on a floor below below upstairs downstream adj in the direction of a stream's current upstream downstream adv away from the source or with the current downriver upstream downstroke n a stroke normally made in a downward direction downswing n a swing downward of a golf club downswing n a worsening of business or economic activity downturn downtime n a period of time when something (as a machine or factory) is not operating (especially as a result of malfunctions) downtown n the central area or commercial center of a town or city downtown adj of or located in the lower part of a town, or in the business center uptown downtown adv toward or in the lower or central part of town uptown downtrodden adj abused or oppressed by people in power downturn n a worsening of business or economic activity downswing downward adj extending or moving from a higher to a lower place down downward adj on or toward a surface regarded as a base downward adv spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position down,downwards,downwardly upward downwardly adv spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position down,downwards,downward upwardly downwards adv spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position down,downward,downwardly upwards downwind adj towards the side away from the wind lee downwind adv with the wind; in the direction the wind is blowing downwind adv toward the wind windward downy adj like down or as soft as down fluffy downy adj covered with fine soft hairs or down dowry n money or property brought by a woman to her husband at marriage dower,portion dowse n searching for underground water or minerals by using a dowsing rod dowsing dowse v wet thoroughly douse dowse v use a divining rod in search of underground water or metal dowse v slacken douse dowse v cover with liquid; pour liquid onto drench,douse,soak,sop,souse dowser n someone who uses a divining rod to find underground water dowser n forked stick that is said to dip down to indicate underground water or oil dowsing n searching for underground water or minerals by using a dowsing rod dowse doxology n a hymn or verse in Christian liturgy glorifying God doxy n a woman who cohabits with an important man concubine,courtesan,paramour doze n a light fitful sleep drowse doze v sleep lightly or for a short period of time snooze,drowse dozen n the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one twelve dozen adj denoting a quantity consisting of 12 items or units twelve dozens n a large number or amount tons,heaps,lots,piles,scores,stacks,loads,rafts drab n a dull greyish to yellowish or light olive brown drab adj lacking in liveliness or charm or surprise dreary drab adj lacking brightness or color; dull sober,somber,sombre drab adj of a light brownish green color drab adj causing dejection blue,dark,dingy,dismal,gloomy,grim,sorry,drear dracaena n an agave that is often cultivated for its decorative foliage drachm n a unit of apothecary weight equal to an eighth of an ounce or to 60 grains dram,drachma drachm n a British imperial capacity measure (liquid or dry) equal to 60 minims or 3.5516 cubic centimeters fluidram drachm n a unit of capacity or volume in the apothecary system equal to one eighth of a fluid ounce fluidram drachma n a unit of apothecary weight equal to an eighth of an ounce or to 60 grains dram,drachm drachma n formerly the basic unit of money in Greece draco n Athenian lawmaker whose code of laws prescribed death for almost every offense (circa 7th century BC) draco n a faint constellation twisting around the north celestial pole and lying between Ursa Major and Cepheus dragon draco n a reptile genus known as flying dragons or flying lizards draconian adj of or relating to Draco or his harsh code of laws dracula n comprises tropical American species usually placed in genus Masdevallia: diminutive plants having bizarre and often sinister-looking flowers dracula n fictional vampire in a gothic horror novel by Bram Stoker draft n a document ordering the payment of money; drawn by one person or bank on another draft n a current of air (usually coming into a chimney or room or vehicle) draught draft n a preliminary sketch of a design or picture draft n a serving of drink (usually alcoholic) drawn from a keg draught,tipple draft v draw up an outline or sketch for something outline draft v engage somebody to enter the army enlist draft v make a blueprint of blueprint,draught draftee n someone who is drafted into military service conscript,inductee volunteer drafter n a writer of a draft drafting n writing a first version to be filled out and polished later drafting n the craft of drawing blueprints drafting n the creation of artistic pictures or diagrams drawing,draftsmanship draftsman n a skilled worker who draws plans of buildings or machines draftsman n an artist skilled at drawing drawer draftsmanship n the creation of artistic pictures or diagrams drawing,drafting drafty adj not airtight drag n the phenomenon of resistance to motion through a fluid drag n something that slows or delays progress drag n something tedious and boring drag n clothing that is conventionally worn by the opposite sex (especially women's clothing when worn by a man) drag v pull, as against a resistance drag v draw slowly or heavily haul,hale,cart drag v force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action embroil,tangle,sweep drag v move slowly and as if with great effort dragger n someone who pulls or tugs or drags in an effort to move something puller dragger n a fishing boat that uses a trawl net or dragnet to catch fish trawler dragging adj marked by a painfully slow and effortful manner draggle v make wet and dirty, as from rain bedraggle dragnet n a system of coordinated measures for apprehending (criminals or other individuals) dragnet n a conical fishnet dragged through the water at great depths trawl dragon n a creature of Teutonic mythology; usually represented as breathing fire and having a reptilian body and sometimes wings dragon n a fiercely vigilant and unpleasant woman tartar dragon n a faint constellation twisting around the north celestial pole and lying between Ursa Major and Cepheus draco dragon n any of several small tropical Asian lizards capable of gliding by spreading winglike membranes on each side of the body dragonet n small often brightly colored scaleless marine bottom-dwellers; found in tropical and warm temperate waters of Europe and America dragonfly n slender-bodied non-stinging insect having iridescent wings that are outspread at rest; adults and nymphs feed on mosquitoes etc. dragonhead n American herb having sharply serrate lanceolate leaves and spikes of blue to violet flowers dragoon n a member of a European military unit formerly composed of heavily armed cavalrymen dragoon v compel by coercion, threats, or crude means sandbag,railroad dragoon v subjugate by imposing troops drain n emptying something accomplished by allowing liquid to run out of it drainage drain n tube inserted into a body cavity (as during surgery) to remove unwanted material drain n a pipe through which liquid is carried away drainpipe drain n a gradual depletion of energy or resources drain v flow off gradually drain v deplete of resources drain v empty of liquid; drain the liquid from drain v make weak enfeeble,debilitate drainage n emptying something accomplished by allowing liquid to run out of it drain drained adj emptied or exhausted of (as by drawing off e.g. water or other liquid) drained adj very tired knackered drained adj drained of electric charge; discharged dead draining adj having a debilitating effect exhausting drainpipe n a pipe through which liquid is carried away drain drake n English explorer and admiral who was the first Englishman to circumnavigate the globe and who helped to defeat the Spanish Armada (1540-1596 drake n adult male of a wild or domestic duck dram n a unit of apothecary weight equal to an eighth of an ounce or to 60 grains drachm,drachma dram n 1/16 ounce or 1.771 grams dram n the basic unit of money in Armenia drama n a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage play drama n an episode that is turbulent or highly emotional drama n the literary genre of works intended for the theater drama n the quality of being arresting or highly emotional dramamine n antihistamine and antiemetic (trade name Dramamine) used to treat motion sickness dramatic adj suitable to or characteristic of drama dramatic adj sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect spectacular,striking dramatic adj pertaining to or characteristic of drama dramatic adj used of a singer or singing voice that is marked by power and expressiveness and a histrionic or theatrical style lyric dramatically adv in a very impressive manner dramatically adv in a dramatic manner dramatically adv with respect to dramatic value dramatics n participation in theatrical productions as an extracurricular activity dramatics n the art of writing and producing plays dramaturgy,theater,theatre dramatist n someone who writes plays playwright dramatization n conversion into dramatic form dramatization n a dramatic representation dramatize v put into dramatic form adopt dramatize v represent something in a dramatic manner dramatize v add details to embroider,pad,lard,embellish,aggrandize dramaturgy n the art of writing and producing plays dramatics,theater,theatre drape n hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window) curtain,drapery,mantle,pall drape n the manner in which fabric hangs or falls drape n a sterile covering arranged over a patient's body during a medical examination or during surgery in order to reduce the possibility of conta drape v arrange in a particular way drape v place casually drape v cover as if with clothing clothe,cloak,robe drape v cover or dress loosely with cloth draped adj covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak cloaked,clothed,wrapped draped adj covered in folds of cloth draper n a dealer in fabrics and sewing materials (and sometimes in clothing and drygoods) drapery n hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window) curtain,drape,mantle,pall drapery n cloth gracefully draped and arranged in loose folds drastic adj forceful and extreme and rigorous drastically adv in a drastic manner draught n a serving of drink (usually alcoholic) drawn from a keg draft,tipple draught n a large and hurried swallow gulp,draft,swig draught n a current of air (usually coming into a chimney or room or vehicle) draft draught n the depth of a vessel's keel below the surface (especially when loaded) draft draught v make a blueprint of blueprint,draft draughts n a checkerboard game for two players who each have 12 pieces; the object is to jump over and so capture the opponent's pieces checkers draw n a gully that is shallower than a ravine draw n an entertainer who attracts large audiences attraction draw n the finish of a contest in which the score is tied and the winner is undecided standoff,tie draw n anything (straws or pebbles etc.) taken or chosen at random lot draw v cause to move by pulling pull draw v get or derive reap draw v make a mark or lines on a surface trace,line,describe,delineate draw v make, formulate, or derive in the mind make drawback n the quality of being a hindrance drawbar n a strong metal bar bearing a hook to attach something to be pulled drawbridge n a bridge that can be raised to block passage or to allow boats or ships to pass beneath it drawer n a boxlike container in a piece of furniture; made so as to slide in and out drawer n the person who writes a check or draft instructing the drawee to pay someone else drawer n an artist skilled at drawing draftsman drawers n underpants worn by men shorts,boxers drawers n (used in the plural) underpants worn by women bloomers,pants,knickers drawing n an illustration that is drawn by hand and published in a book, magazine, or newspaper drawing n a representation of forms or objects on a surface by means of lines drawing n the creation of artistic pictures or diagrams draftsmanship,drafting drawing n players buy (or are given) chances and prizes are distributed by casting lots lottery drawl n a slow speech pattern with prolonged vowels drawl v lengthen and slow down or draw out drawn adj showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering careworn,haggard,raddled,worn drawn adj having the curtains or draperies closed or pulled shut dray n a low heavy horse cart without sides; used for haulage dread n fearful expectation or anticipation apprehension dread v be afraid or scared of; be frightened of fear dread adj causing fear or dread or terror awful,dire,dreaded,dreadful,fearful,fearsome,frightening,horrendous dreaded adj causing fear or dread or terror awful,dire,dread,dreadful,fearful,fearsome,frightening,horrendous dreadful adj causing fear or dread or terror awful,dire,dread,dreaded,fearful,fearsome,frightening,horrendous dreadful adj exceptionally bad or displeasing atrocious,abominable,awful,painful,terrible,unspeakable dreadful adj extremely disagreeable and unpleasant dreadfully adv of a dreadful kind awfully,horribly dreadfully adv in a dreadful manner dismally dreadlock n one of many long thin braids of hair radiating from the scalp; popularized by Rastafarians dreadnought n battleship that has big guns all of the same caliber dream n a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep dreaming dream n imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake dreaming dream n a cherished desire ambition,aspiration dream n a fantastic but vain hope (from fantasies induced by the opium pipe) dream v have a daydream; indulge in a fantasy daydream,woolgather,stargaze dream v experience while sleeping dreamed adj conceived of or imagined or hoped for dreamer n someone who is dreaming dreamer n someone guided more by ideals than by practical considerations idealist dreamer n a person who escapes into a world of fantasy dreaming n imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake dream dreaming n a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep dream dreamland n a pleasing country existing only in dreams or imagination dreamworld dreamlike adj resembling a dream surreal dreamworld n a pleasing country existing only in dreams or imagination dreamland dreamy adj dreamy in mood or nature dreamy adj lacking spirit or liveliness lackadaisical,languid,languorous drear adj causing dejection blue,dark,dingy,dismal,gloomy,grim,sorry,drab dreariness n extreme dullness; lacking spirit or interest dreary adj lacking in liveliness or charm or surprise drab dreary adj causing dejection blue,dark,dingy,dismal,gloomy,grim,sorry,drab dreck n merchandise that is shoddy or inferior dredge n a power shovel to remove material from a channel or riverbed dredge v cover before cooking dredge v search (as the bottom of a body of water) for something valuable or lost drag dredge v remove with a power shovel, usually from a bottom of a body of water dreg n a small amount of residue dregs n sediment that has settled at the bottom of a liquid drench v drench or submerge or be drenched or submerged swamp drench v force to drink drench v permeate or impregnate drench v cover with liquid; pour liquid onto douse,dowse,soak,sop,souse drenched adj abundantly covered or supplied with; often used in combination drenching n the act of making something completely wet soaking,souse dresden n a city in southeastern Germany on the Elbe River; it was almost totally destroyed by British air raids in 1945 dress n a one-piece garment for a woman; has skirt and bodice frock dress n clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion attire,garb dress n clothing in general apparel,clothes dress v put on clothes undress dress v provide with clothes or put clothes on clothe,garb,raiment,tog,garment,apparel undress dress v put a finish on dress v dress in a certain manner dress adj suitable for formal occasions dress adj (of an occasion) requiring formal clothes dressage n maneuvers of a horse in response to body signals by the rider dressed adj dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination attired,garbed,robed dressed adj treated with medications and protective covering dressed adj (of lumber or stone) to trim and smooth polished dressed adj dressed in fancy or formal clothing dresser n furniture with drawers for keeping clothes chest,bureau dresser n a person who dresses in a particular way dresser n a wardrobe assistant for an actor dresser n low table with mirror or mirrors where one sits while dressing or applying makeup vanity dressing n savory dressings for salads; basically of two kinds: either the thin French or vinaigrette type or the creamy mayonnaise type dressing n a mixture of seasoned ingredients used to stuff meats and vegetables stuffing dressing n making fertile as by applying fertilizer or manure fertilization dressing n a cloth covering for a wound or sore dressmaker n someone who makes or mends dresses seamstress dressmaking n the craft of making dresses dressy adj in fancy clothing drew n United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862) dreyfus n French army officer of Jewish descent whose false imprisonment for treason in 1894 raised issues of anti-Semitism that dominated French poli drib n a small indefinite quantity (especially of a liquid) drop dribble n flowing in drops; the formation and falling of drops of liquid drip,trickle dribble n saliva spilling from the mouth drool,drivel,slobber dribble n the propulsion of a ball by repeated taps or kicks dribbling dribble v run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream trickle,filter dribble v let or cause to fall in drops drip,drop dribble v propel carry dribble v let saliva drivel from the mouth drivel,drool,slabber,slaver,slobber dribbling n the propulsion of a ball by repeated taps or kicks dribble dried adj not still wet dried adj preserved by removing natural moisture dehydrated,desiccated drier n a substance that promotes drying (e.g., calcium oxide absorbs water and is used to remove moisture) drier n an appliance that removes moisture dryer drift n a force that moves something along impetus drift n the gradual departure from an intended course due to external influences (as a ship or plane) drift n a process of linguistic change over a period of time drift n a large mass of material that is heaped up by the wind or by water currents drift v be in motion due to some air or water current float,blow drift v wander from a direct course or at random stray,err drift v move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment roll,wander,swan,stray,tramp,roam,cast,ramble drift v vary or move from a fixed point or course drifter n a wanderer who has no established residence or visible means of support vagrant,floater,vagabond drifting n aimless wandering from place to place drifting adj continually changing especially as from one abode or occupation to another aimless,floating,vagabond,vagrant driftwood n wood that is floating or that has been washed ashore drill n a tool with a sharp point and cutting edges for making holes in hard materials (usually rotating rapidly or by repeated blows) drill n similar to the mandrill but smaller and less brightly colored drill n systematic training by multiple repetitions exercise,practice,recitation drill n (military) the training of soldiers to march (as in ceremonial parades) or to perform the manual of arms drill v make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool bore drill v train in the military, e.g., in the use of weapons drill v learn by repetition exercise,practice,practise drill v teach by repetition drilled adj trained in a skill by repetitious practice drilling n the act of drilling boring drilling n the act of drilling a hole in the earth in the hope of producing petroleum boring drink n a single serving of a beverage drink n the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess drinking,boozing,drunkenness drink n any liquid suitable for drinking beverage,drinkable,potable drink n any large deep body of water drink v take in liquids imbibe drink v consume alcohol booze,fuddle drink v propose a toast to toast,pledge,salute,wassail drink v be fascinated or spell-bound by; pay close attention to drinkable n any liquid suitable for drinking beverage,drink,potable drinkable adj suitable for drinking potable drinker n a person who drinks liquids drinker n a person who drinks alcoholic beverages (especially to excess) toper,juicer drinking n the act of consuming liquids drinking n the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess drink,boozing,drunkenness drip n flowing in drops; the formation and falling of drops of liquid trickle,dribble drip n the sound of a liquid falling drop by drop dripping drip n (architecture) a projection from a cornice or sill designed to protect the area below from rainwater (as over a window or doorway) drip v fall in drops drip v let or cause to fall in drops dribble,drop drippage n a liquid (as water) that flows in drops (as from the eaves of house) dripping dripping n a liquid (as water) that flows in drops (as from the eaves of house) drippage dripping n the sound of a liquid falling drop by drop drip dripping adv extremely wet soaking,sopping drive n the act of applying force to propel something thrust drive n a mechanism by which force or power is transmitted in a machine drive n a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end campaign,cause,crusade,movement,effort drive n a road leading up to a private house driveway drive v operate or control a vehicle drive v travel or be transported in a vehicle motor drive v cause someone or something to move by driving drive v force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically force,ram drivel n a worthless message garbage drivel n saliva spilling from the mouth drool,dribble,slobber drivel v let saliva drivel from the mouth drool,slabber,slaver,slobber,dribble driven adj compelled forcibly by an outside agency goaded driven adj urged or forced to action through moral pressure impelled driven adj strongly motivated to succeed compulsive,determined driver n the operator of a motor vehicle driver n someone who drives animals that pull a vehicle driver n a golfer who hits the golf ball with a driver driver n (computer science) a program that determines how a computer will communicate with a peripheral device driveway n a road leading up to a private house drive driving n hitting a golf ball off of a tee with a driver drive driving n the act of controlling and steering the movement of a vehicle or animal driving adj having the power of driving or impelling impulsive driving adj acting with vigor drizzle n very light rain; stronger than mist but less than a shower mizzle drizzle v rain lightly mizzle drizzle v moisten with fine drops moisten drizzling adj (of rain) falling lightly in very small drops drizzly adj wet with light rain drogheda n in 1649 the place was captured by Oliver Cromwell, who massacred the Catholic inhabitants drogue n a funnel-shaped device towed as a target by an airplane drogue n a truncated cloth cone mounted on a mast; used (e.g., at airports) to show the direction of the wind sock drogue n restraint consisting of a canvas covered frame that floats behind a vessel; prevents drifting or maintains the heading into a wind drogue n a parachute used to decelerate an object that is moving rapidly droll adj comical in an odd or whimsical manner dromedary n one-humped camel of the hot deserts of northern Africa and southwestern Asia drone n stingless male bee in a colony of social bees (especially honeybees) whose sole function is to mate with the queen drone n an unchanging intonation monotone,droning drone n someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind laggard,trailer,poke drone n an aircraft without a pilot that is operated by remote control drone v make a monotonous low dull sound drone v talk in a monotonous voice droning n an unchanging intonation monotone,drone drool n pretentious or silly talk or writing baloney,bosh,humbug,tosh,twaddle drool n saliva spilling from the mouth dribble,drivel,slobber drool v be envious, desirous, eager for, or extremely happy about something salivate drool v let saliva drivel from the mouth drivel,slabber,slaver,slobber,dribble droop n a shape that sags sag droop v droop, sink, or settle from or as if from pressure or loss of tautness sag,swag,flag droop v hang loosely or laxly loll droop v become limp wilt drooping adj weak from exhaustion flagging drooping adj hanging down (as from exhaustion or weakness) droopy,sagging drooping adj having branches or flower heads that bend downward nodding,pendulous,weeping droopy adj hanging down (as from exhaustion or weakness) drooping,sagging drop n a shape that is spherical and small bead,pearl drop n a small indefinite quantity (especially of a liquid) drib drop n a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity dip,fall drop n a steep high face of rock cliff drop v let fall to the ground drop v to fall vertically drop v go down in value drop v fall or descend to a lower place or level sink droplet n a tiny drop dropout n someone who quits school before graduation dropout n someone who withdraws from a social group or environment dropper n pipet consisting of a small tube with a vacuum bulb at one end for drawing liquid in and releasing it a drop at a time dropping adj coming down freely under the influence of gravity falling droppings n fecal matter of animals dung,muck dropsy n swelling from excessive accumulation of watery fluid in cells, tissues, or serous cavities edema drosophila n small fruit fly used by Thomas Hunt Morgan in studying basic mechanisms of inheritance dross n worthless or dangerous material that should be removed impurity dross n the scum formed by oxidation at the surface of molten metals slag drought n a shortage of rainfall drouth drought n a prolonged shortage drouth drouth n a prolonged shortage drought drouth n a shortage of rainfall drought drove n a group of animals (a herd or flock) moving together drove n a moving crowd horde,swarm drove n a stonemason's chisel with a broad edge for dressing stone drover n someone who drives a herd herder drown v cover completely or make imperceptible submerge,overwhelm drown v get rid of as if by submerging drown v die from being submerged in water, getting water into the lungs, and asphyxiating drown v kill by submerging in water drowse n a light fitful sleep doze drowse v sleep lightly or for a short period of time snooze,doze drowse v be on the verge of sleeping drowsiness n a very sleepy state sleepiness,somnolence drowsy adj half asleep drowsy adj showing lack of attention or boredom yawning drub v beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight cream,bat,clobber,thrash,lick drubbing n a sound defeat thrashing,walloping,debacle,slaughter,trouncing,whipping drubbing n the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows beating,thrashing,licking,lacing,trouncing,whacking drudge n one who works hard at boring tasks hack,hacker drudge n a laborer who is obliged to do menial work peon drudge v work hard labor,labour,toil,travail,grind,dig,moil drudgery n hard monotonous routine work plodding,grind drug n a substance that is used as a medicine or narcotic drug v administer a drug to dose drug v use recreational drugs drugged adj under the influence of narcotics doped drugging n the administration of a sedative agent or drug sedation druggist n a health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing drugs pharmacist,chemist,apothecary drugstore n a retail shop where medicine and other articles are sold pharmacy druid n a pre-Christian priest among the Celts of ancient Gaul and Britain and Ireland druidism n the system of religion and philosophy taught by the Druids and their rites and ceremonies drum n a musical percussion instrument; usually consists of a hollow cylinder with a membrane stretched across each end tympan drum n the sound of a drum drum n a bulging cylindrical shape; hollow with flat ends barrel drum n a cylindrical metal container used for shipping or storage of liquids drum v make a rhythmic sound beat,thrum drum v play a percussion instrument drum v study intensively, as before an exam cram,swot,bone drumbeat n the sound made by beating a drum drumbeat n (military) the beating of a drum as a signal for lowering the flag at sundown drumbeat n a vehement and vociferous advocacy of a cause drumfire n intense and continuous artillery fire cannonade drumhead n a membrane that is stretched taut over a drum head drumhead adj performed speedily and without formality summary drummer n someone who plays a drum drumming n the act of playing drums drumstick n the lower joint of the leg of a fowl drumstick n a stick used for playing a drum drunk n a chronic drinker drunkard,rummy,sot,inebriate,wino drunk n someone who is intoxicated drunk adj stupefied or excited by a chemical substance (especially alcohol) intoxicated,inebriated,ripped,gone drunk adj as if under the influence of alcohol intoxicated drunkard n a chronic drinker drunk,rummy,sot,inebriate,wino drunken adj given to or marked by the consumption of alcohol boozy drunkenness n a temporary state resulting from excessive consumption of alcohol intoxication drunkenness n habitual intoxication; prolonged and excessive intake of alcoholic drinks leading to a breakdown in health and an addiction to alcohol such alcoholism drunkenness n the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess drink,drinking,boozing drupe n fleshy indehiscent fruit with a single seed: e.g. almond; peach; plum; cherry; elderberry; olive; jujube druse n an adherent of an esoteric monotheistic religious sect living in the relative security of the mountains of Syria and Lebanon who believes th dry n a reformer who opposes the use of intoxicating beverages dry v remove the moisture from and make dry wet dry v become dry or drier dry adj free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet wet dry adj humorously sarcastic or mocking ironic,ironical,wry dry adj lacking moisture or volatile components wet dry adj opposed to or prohibiting the production and sale of alcoholic beverages wet dryad n a deity or nymph of the woods dryas n mountain avens dryden n the outstanding poet and dramatist of the Restoration (1631-1700) dryer n an appliance that removes moisture drier dryly adv in a dry laconic manner dryness n the condition of not containing or being covered by a liquid (especially water) wetness dryness n moderation in or abstinence from alcohol or other drugs sobriety dryness n objectivity and detachment drywall n a wide flat board used to cover walls or partitions; made from plaster or wood pulp or other materials and used primarily to form the interi wallboard dual adj consisting of or involving two parts or components usually in pairs double,duple dual adj having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities double,twofold,treble,threefold dual adj a grammatical number category referring to two items or units as opposed to one item (singular) or more than two items (plural) dualism n the doctrine that reality consists of two basic opposing elements, often taken to be mind and matter (or mind and body), or good and evil dualist n an adherent of dualism dualistic adj of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of dualism duality n being twofold; a classification into two opposed parts or subclasses dichotomy duality n (physics) the property of matter and electromagnetic radiation that is characterized by the fact that some properties can be explained best duality n (geometry) the interchangeability of the roles of points and planes in the theorems of projective geometry dub n the new sounds added by dubbing dub v give a nickname to nickname dub v provide (movies) with a soundtrack of a foreign language dub v raise (someone) to knighthood knight dubai n port city in the United Arab Emirates on the Persian Gulf dubbing n a new soundtrack that is added to a film dubious adj fraught with uncertainty or doubt doubtful dubious adj open to doubt or suspicion doubtful dubious adj not convinced dubiously adv in a questionable and dubious manner dubiously adv in a doubtful manner dublin n capital and largest city and major port of the Irish Republic dubliner n a resident of Dublin dubrovnik n a port city in southwestern Croatia on the Adriatic; a popular tourist center dubya n 43rd President of the United States; son of George Herbert Walker Bush (born in 1946) bush ducal adj of or belonging to or suitable for a duke ducat n formerly a gold coin of various European countries duce n leader duchamp n French artist who immigrated to the United States; a leader in the dada movement in New York City; was first to exhibit commonplace objects duchess n the wife of a duke or a woman holding ducal title in her own right duchy n the domain controlled by a duke or duchess dukedom duck n small wild or domesticated web-footed broad-billed swimming bird usually having a depressed body and short legs duck n (cricket) a score of nothing by a batsman duck n flesh of a duck (domestic or wild) duck n a heavy cotton fabric of plain weave; used for clothing and tents duck v to move (the head or body) quickly downwards or away duck v submerge or plunge suddenly duck v dip into a liquid dip,douse duck v avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) hedge,fudge,evade,circumvent,parry,elude,skirt,dodge ducking n hunting ducks ducking n the act of wetting something by submerging it submersion,immersion,dousing duckling n flesh of a young domestic duck duckling n young duck duckweed n any small or minute aquatic plant of the family Lemnaceae that float on or near the surface of shallow ponds ducky n a special loved one darling,favorite,favourite,pet,dearie,deary duct n a bodily passage or tube lined with epithelial cells and conveying a secretion or other substance canal,channel duct n a continuous tube formed by a row of elongated cells lacking intervening end walls duct n an enclosed conduit for a fluid ductile adj easily influenced malleable ductile adj capable of being shaped or bent or drawn out malleable,pliable,pliant,tensile ductility n the malleability of something that can be drawn into threads or wires or hammered into thin sheets ductless adj not having a duct dud n someone who is unsuccessful flop,washout dud n an explosion that fails to occur misfire dud n an event that fails badly or is totally ineffectual turkey,bomb dud adj failing to detonate; especially not charged with an active explosive dude n an informal form of address for a man fellow,buster dude n a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance dandy,fop,gallant,sheik,beau,swell,clotheshorse dudgeon n a feeling of intense indignation (now used only in the phrase `in high dudgeon') duds n informal terms for clothing togs,threads due n that which is deserved or owed due n a payment that is due (e.g., as the price of membership) due adj owed and payable immediately or on demand undue due adj scheduled to arrive due adj suitable to or expected in the circumstances undue due adj capable of being assigned or credited to due adv directly or exactly; straight duel n a prearranged fight with deadly weapons by two people (accompanied by seconds) in order to settle a quarrel over a point of honor duel n any struggle between two skillful opponents (individuals or groups) duel v fight a duel, as over one's honor or a woman duelist n a person who fights duels duet n two items of the same kind couple,pair,twosome,twain,brace,span,yoke,couplet duet n two performers or singers who perform together duo duet n a pair who associate with one another couple,twosome,duo duet n a musical composition for two performers duo duff n a stiff flour pudding steamed or boiled usually and containing e.g. currants and raisins and citron duffel n a large cylindrical bag of heavy cloth; for carrying personal belongings duffel n a coarse heavy woolen fabric duffer n an incompetent or clumsy person dug n an udder or breast or teat dugong n sirenian tusked mammal found from eastern Africa to Australia; the flat tail is bilobate dugout n either of two low shelters on either side of a baseball diamond where the players and coaches sit during the game dugout n a canoe made by hollowing out and shaping a large log pirogue dugout n a fortification of earth; mostly or entirely below ground bunker duke n a British peer of the highest rank duke n a nobleman (in various countries) of high rank dukedom n the dignity or rank or position of a duke dukedom n the domain controlled by a duke or duchess duchy dulcet adj extremely pleasant in a gentle way dulcet adj pleasing to the ear honeyed,sweet dulciana n the organ stop having a tone of soft sweet string quality dulcimer n a stringed instrument used in American folk music; an elliptical body and a fretted fingerboard and three strings dulcimer n a trapezoidal zither whose metal strings are struck with light hammers dulcinea n a woman who is a man's sweetheart dull v make dull in appearance dull v become dull or lusterless in appearance; lose shine or brightness dull v deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping muffle,mute,damp,dampen dull v make numb or insensitive numb,blunt dull adj lacking in liveliness or animation lively dull adj emitting or reflecting very little light bright dull adj being or made softer or less loud or clear muffled,muted,softened dull adj so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness boring,deadening,irksome,slow,tedious,tiresome,wearisome dullard n a person who is not very bright stupid,stupe,dolt dullard n a person who evokes boredom bore dulled adj having lost or been caused to lose interest because of overexposure dulled adj made dull or blunt blunted dulled adj deprived of color dulles n United States diplomat who (as Secretary of State) pursued a policy of opposition to the USSR by providing aid to American allies (1888-1959 dullness n the quality of being slow to understand dullness n the quality of lacking interestingness dullness n a lack of visual brightness brightness dullness n lack of sensibility dulse n coarse edible red seaweed duluth n a city in northeast Minnesota on Lake Superior duly adv in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances appropriately,suitably,fittingly,properly duma n a legislative body in the ruling assembly of Russia and of some other republics in the former USSR dumas n French writer remembered for his swashbuckling historical tales (1802-1870) dumb adj slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity dense,dim,dull,obtuse,slow dumb adj temporarily incapable of speaking speechless dumb adj lacking the power of human speech dumb adj unable to speak because of hereditary deafness mute,silent dumbass n a stupid person; these words are used to express a low opinion of someone's intelligence dunce,blockhead,bonehead,knucklehead,loggerhead,shithead,fuckhead dumbbell n an exercising weight; two spheres connected by a short bar that serves as a handle dumbbell n an ignorant or foolish person dummy,dope,boob,booby,pinhead dumbfounded adj as if struck dumb with astonishment and surprise flabbergasted,thunderstruck dumbly adv in a stupid manner densely dumbly adv in an inarticulate manner dumbwaiter n a small elevator used to convey food (or other goods) from one floor of a building to another dummy n a person who does not talk dummy n an ignorant or foolish person dumbbell,dope,boob,booby,pinhead dummy n a figure representing the human form dummy n a cartridge containing an explosive charge but no bullet blank dummy v make a dummy of dummy adj having the appearance of being real but lacking capacity to function dump n a coarse term for defecation shit dump n a piece of land where waste materials are dumped dump n (computer science) a copy of the contents of a computer storage device; sometimes used in debugging programs dump n a place where supplies can be stored dump v throw away as refuse dump v sever all ties with, usually unceremoniously or irresponsibly ditch dump v sell at artificially low prices underprice dump v drop (stuff) in a heap or mass dumper n truck whose contents can be emptied without handling; the front end of the platform can be pneumatically raised so that the load is discharg tipper dumping n selling goods abroad at a price below that charged in the domestic market dumpling n small balls or strips of boiled or steamed dough dumplings dumpling n dessert made by baking fruit wrapped in pastry dumplings n small balls or strips of boiled or steamed dough dumpling dumps n an informal expression for a mildly depressed state dumpster n a container designed to receive and transport and dump waste dumpy adj resembling a garbage dump dumpy adj short and thick; as e.g. having short legs and heavy musculature chunky,squat,squatty,stumpy dumpy adj short and plump pudgy,tubby dun n horse of a dull brownish grey color dun n a color or pigment varying around a light grey-brown color fawn dun v treat cruelly torment,rag,bedevil,crucify,frustrate dun v persistently ask for overdue payment dun v cure by salting dun v make a dun color dun adj of a dull greyish brown to brownish grey color duncan n United States dancer and pioneer of modern dance (1878-1927) dunce n a stupid person; these words are used to express a low opinion of someone's intelligence blockhead,bonehead,knucklehead,loggerhead,shithead,dumbass,fuckhead dune n a ridge of sand created by the wind; found in deserts or near lakes and oceans dung n fecal matter of animals droppings,muck dung v fertilize or dress with dung dung v defecate; used of animals dungeon n the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress keep,donjon dungeon n a dark cell (usually underground) where prisoners can be confined dunk n a basketball shot in which the basketball is propelled downward into the basket dunk v immerse briefly into a liquid so as to wet, coat, or saturate dip,souse,plunge,douse dunk v make a dunk shot, in basketball dunk v dip into a liquid while eating dip dunker n an eater who dips food into a liquid before eating it dunker n a basketball player who is able to make dunk shots dunker n an adherent of Baptistic doctrines (who practice baptism by immersion) dunkirk n a crisis in which a desperate effort is the only alternative to defeat dunkirk n a seaport in northern France on the North Sea; scene of the evacuation of British forces in 1940 during World War II dunkirk n an amphibious evacuation in World War II (1940) when 330,000 Allied troops had to be evacuated from the beaches in northern France in a desp dunnock n small brownish European songbird sparrow duo n two items of the same kind couple,pair,twosome,twain,brace,span,yoke,couplet duo n two performers or singers who perform together duet duo n a pair who associate with one another couple,twosome,duet duo n a musical composition for two performers duet duodecimal n one part in twelve equal parts twelfth duodecimal adj based on twelve duodenal adj in or relating to the duodenum duodenum n the part of the small intestine between the stomach and the jejunum dupe n a person who is tricked or swindled victim dupe v fool or hoax gull,slang,cod,fool duple adj consisting of or involving two parts or components usually in pairs double,dual duplex n a house with two units sharing a common wall duplex n an apartment having rooms on two floors that are connected by a staircase duplex v change into a duplex duplex adj (used technically of a device or process) having two parts duplex adj allowing communication in opposite directions simultaneously duplicate n something additional of the same kind extra duplicate n a copy that corresponds to an original exactly duplication duplicate v make or do or perform again double,repeat,replicate duplicate v duplicate or match twin,parallel duplicate v make a duplicate or duplicates of duplicate v increase twofold double duplicate adj identically copied from an original duplicate adj being two identical matching,twin,twinned duplication n a copy that corresponds to an original exactly duplicate duplication n the act of copying or making a duplicate (or duplicates) of something duplicitous adj marked by deliberate deceptiveness especially by pretending one set of feelings and acting under the influence of another ambidextrous,deceitful duplicity n a fraudulent or duplicitous representation fraudulence duplicity n acting in bad faith; deception by pretending to entertain one set of intentions while acting under the influence of another dura n the outermost (and toughest) of the 3 meninges durability n permanence by virtue of the power to resist stress or force lastingness,strength durable adj existing for a long time lasting durable adj capable of withstanding wear and tear and decay durable adj very long lasting indestructible,perdurable durables n consumer goods that are not destroyed by use dural adj of or relating to the dura mater durance n imprisonment (especially for a long time) durango n a city in north central Mexico; mining center durant n United States historian (1885-1981) duration n the period of time during which something continues continuance duration n the property of enduring or continuing in time continuance duration n continuance in time length durban n a port city in eastern South Africa on the Indian Ocean; resort and industrial center durer n a leading German painter and engraver of the Renaissance (1471-1528) duress n compulsory force or threat durga n Hindu goddess of war; a malevolent aspect of Devi durham n a city of north central North Carolina; site of Duke University durham n English breed of short-horned cattle durian n tree of southeastern Asia having edible oval fruit with a hard spiny rind durian n huge fruit native to southeastern Asia `smelling like Hell and tasting like Heaven'; seeds are roasted and eaten like nuts durio n a genus of tall Asian trees of the family Bombacaceae durrell n English writer of Irish descent who spent much of his life in Mediterranean regions (1912-1990) dusk n the time of day immediately following sunset twilight,gloaming,gloam,nightfall,fall dusk v become dusk dusky adj lighted by or as if by twilight twilight dusky adj naturally having skin of a dark color swart,swarthy dusseldorf n an industrial city in western Germany on the Rhine dust n fine powdery material such as dry earth or pollen that can be blown about in the air dust n the remains of something that has been destroyed or broken up debris,junk,rubble,detritus dust n free microscopic particles of solid material dust v remove the dust from dust v rub the dust over a surface so as to blur the outlines of a shape dust v cover with a light dusting of a substance dust v distribute loosely scatter,sprinkle,dot,disperse dustbin n a bin that holds rubbish until it is collected duster n a windstorm that lifts up clouds of dust or sand sandstorm duster n a loose coverall (coat or frock) reaching down to the ankles gabardine,smock duster n a piece of cloth used for dusting duster n a pitch thrown deliberately close to the batter dustman n someone employed to collect and dispose of refuse dustpan n the quantity that a dustpan will hold dustpan n a short-handled receptacle into which dust can be swept dusty adj covered with a layer of dust dusty adj lacking originality or spontaneity; no longer new cold,stale dutch n the people of the Netherlands dutch n the West Germanic language of the Netherlands dutch adj of or relating to the Netherlands or its people or culture dutchman n a native or inhabitant of Holland netherlander,hollander dutiful adj willingly obedient out of a sense of duty and respect dutifully adv out of a sense of duty; in a dutiful manner duty n the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force responsibility,obligation duty n work that you are obliged to perform for moral or legal reasons duty n a government tax on imports or exports tariff duvet n a soft quilt usually filled with the down of the eider dvd n a digital recording (as of a movie) on an optical disk that can be played on a computer or a television set dvorak n Czech composer who combined folk elements with traditional forms (1841-1904) dwarf n a person who is markedly small dwarf n a legendary creature resembling a tiny old man; lives in the depths of the earth and guards buried treasure gnome dwarf n a plant or animal that is atypically small dwarf v make appear small by comparison shadow,overshadow dwarf v check the growth of dwarfism n a genetic abnormality resulting in short stature dweeb n an insignificant student who is ridiculed as being affected or boringly studious swot,grind,nerd dwell v think moodily or anxiously about something brood dwell v originate (in) consist,lie dwell v be an inhabitant of or reside in populate,live,inhabit dwell v exist or be situated within inhabit dweller n a person who inhabits a particular place inhabitant,habitant,denizen dwelling n housing that someone is living in home,domicile,abode,habitation dwindle v become smaller or lose substance dwindling n a becoming gradually less dwindling adj gradually decreasing until little remains tapering dyad n two items of the same kind couple,pair,twosome,twain,brace,span,yoke,couplet dybbuk n (Jewish folklore) a demon that enters the body of a living person and controls that body's behavior dye n a usually soluble substance for staining or coloring e.g. fabrics or hair dyestuff dye v color with dye dyed adj (used of color) artificially produced; not natural bleached,colored,coloured dyeing n the use of dye to change the color of something permanently dyer n someone whose job is to dye cloth dyestuff n a usually soluble substance for staining or coloring e.g. fabrics or hair dye dying n the time when something ends death,demise dying adj in or associated with the process of passing from life or ceasing to be nascent dying adj eagerly desirous anxious dyirbal n a language of Australian aborigines dylan n United States songwriter noted for his protest songs (born in 1941) dylan n Celtic god of the waves; son of Arianrhod dynamic n an efficient incentive dynamic adj characterized by action or forcefulness or force of personality dynamic adj of or relating to dynamics dynamic adj (used of verbs (e.g. `to run') and participial adjectives (e.g. `running' in `running water')) expressing action rather than a state of bein active dynamically adv in a forceful dynamic manner dynamics n the branch of mechanics concerned with the forces that cause motions of bodies kinetics dynamism n any of the various theories or doctrines or philosophical systems that attempt to explain the phenomena of the universe in terms of some imm dynamism n active strength of body or mind vigor,vigour dynamism n the activeness of an energetic personality pizzazz,oomph,zing dynamite n an explosive containing nitrate sensitized with nitroglycerin absorbed on wood pulp dynamite v blow up with dynamite dynamo n generator consisting of a coil (the armature) that rotates between the poles of an electromagnet (the field magnet) causing a current to flo dynamometer n measuring instrument designed to measure power ergometer dynasty n a sequence of powerful leaders in the same family dyne n a unit of force equal to the force that imparts an acceleration of 1 cm/sec/sec to a mass of 1 gram dysentery n an infection of the intestines marked by severe diarrhea dysfunction n (medicine) any disturbance in the functioning of an organ or body part or a disturbance in the functioning of a social group dysfunctional adj impaired in function; especially of a bodily system or organ dysfunctional adj (of a trait or condition) failing to serve an adjustive purpose dyslexia n impaired ability to learn to read dyslexic n a person who has dyslexia dyslexic adj of or relating to or symptomatic of dyslexia dyslexic adj having impaired ability to comprehend written words usually associated with a neurologic disorder dyspeptic n a person suffering from indigestion dyspeptic adj suffering from dyspepsia dyspeptic adj irritable as if suffering from indigestion bilious dysphoric adj generalized feeling of distress distressed,unhappy euphoric dysplasia n abnormal development (of organs or cells) or an abnormal structure resulting from such growth dyspnea n difficult or labored respiration dystrophy n any of several hereditary diseases of the muscular system characterized by weakness and wasting of skeletal muscles dystrophy n any degenerative disorder resulting from inadequate or faulty nutrition e n a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body e n a radioactive transuranic element produced by bombarding plutonium with neutrons es e n the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees east,eastward e n the base of the natural system of logarithms; approximately equal to 2.718282... each adj (used of count nouns) every one considered individually each adv to or from every one of two or more (considered individually) apiece eager n a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary) bore,eagre eager adj having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy eagerly adv with eagerness; in an eager manner eagerness n a positive feeling of wanting to push ahead with something eagerness n prompt willingness readiness,zeal eagle n any of various large keen-sighted diurnal birds of prey noted for their broad wings and strong soaring flight eagle n (golf) a score of two strokes under par on a hole eagle n a former gold coin in the United States worth 10 dollars eagle n an emblem representing power eagle v shoot two strokes under par eagle v shoot in two strokes under par eagre n a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary) bore,eager eames n United States designer noted for an innovative series of chairs (1907-1978) ear n the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium ear n good hearing ear n the externally visible cartilaginous structure of the external ear auricle,pinna ear n attention to what is said earache n an ache localized in the middle or inner ear eardrum n the membrane in the ear that vibrates to sound tympanum eared adj worn or shabby from overuse or (of pages) from having corners turned down eared adj having ears (or appendages resembling ears) or having ears of a specified kind; often used in combination earless earful n an outpouring of gossip earful n a severe scolding earhart n first woman aviator to fly solo nonstop across the Atlantic (1928); while attempting to fly around the world she disappeared over the Pacifi earl n a British peer ranking below a marquess and above a viscount earldom n the dignity or rank or position of an earl or countess earldom n the domain controlled by an earl or count or countess earless adj lacking external ears eared earlier adj (comparative and superlative of `early') more early than; most early earliest earlier adv earlier in time; previously before earlier adv comparatives of `soon' or `early' sooner earlier adv before now originally earliest adj (comparative and superlative of `early') more early than; most early earlier earliest adv with the least delay soonest early adj at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time middle,late early adj being or occurring at an early stage of development late early adj belonging to the distant past former,other early adj very young early adv during an early stage early adv before the usual time or the time expected late early adv in good time betimes earmark n identification mark on the ear of a domestic animal earmark n a distinctive characteristic or attribute hallmark,trademark earmark v give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause allow,appropriate,reserve earn v earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages gain,clear,make,realize,realise earn v acquire or deserve by one's efforts or actions garner,win earned adj gained or acquired; especially through merit or as a result of effort or action unearned earner n someone who earn wages in return for their labor earnest n something of value given by one person to another to bind a contract earnest adj characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions sincere,solemn earnest adj sincerely earnest dear,devout,heartfelt earnest adj not distracted by anything unrelated to the goal businesslike earnestly adv in a serious manner seriously earnestness n an earnest and sincere feeling seriousness,sincerity earnestness n the trait of being serious seriousness,sincerity earnings n the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses) net,lucre,profit,profits earnings n something that remunerates wage,pay,remuneration,salary earphone n electro-acoustic transducer for converting electric signals into sounds; it is held over or inserted into the ear earpiece,headphone,phone earpiece n electro-acoustic transducer for converting electric signals into sounds; it is held over or inserted into the ear earphone,headphone,phone earplug n an earphone that is inserted into the ear canal earplug n a plug of cotton, wax, or rubber that is fitted into the ear canal for protection against the entry of water or loud noise earring n jewelry to ornament the ear; usually clipped to the earlobe or fastened through a hole in the lobe earshot n the range within which a voice can be heard hearing earth n the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on world,globe earth n the loose soft material that makes up a large part of the land surface ground earth n the solid part of the earth's surface land,ground earth n the abode of mortals (as contrasted with Heaven or Hell) earth v hide in the earth like a hunted animal earth v connect to the earth earthbound adj confined to the earth earthbound adj lacking wit or imagination pedestrian,prosaic earthen adj made of earth (or baked clay) earthenware n ceramic ware made of porous clay fired at low heat earthing n fastening electrical equipment to earth grounding earthling n an inhabitant of the earth earthman earthly adj of or belonging to or characteristic of this earth as distinguished from heaven heavenly earthman n an inhabitant of the earth earthling earthnut n any of various highly prized edible subterranean fungi of the genus Tuber; grow naturally in southwestern Europe truffle earthnut n a common European plant having edible tubers with the flavor of roasted chestnuts earthnut n pod of the peanut vine containing usually 2 nuts or seeds; `groundnut' and `monkey nut' are British terms peanut,goober,groundnut earthnut n edible subterranean fungus of the genus Tuber truffle earthquake n shaking and vibration at the surface of the earth resulting from underground movement along a fault plane or from volcanic activity quake,temblor,seism earthquake n a disturbance that is extremely disruptive earthstar n any fungus of the family Geastraceae; in form suggesting a puffball whose outer peridium splits into the shape of a star earthwork n an earthen rampart earthworm n terrestrial worm that burrows into and helps aerate soil; often surfaces when the ground is cool or wet; used as bait by anglers angleworm,crawler earthy adj conspicuously and tastelessly indecent crude,gross,vulgar earthy adj not far removed from or suggestive of nature earthy adj hearty and lusty earthy adj of or consisting of or resembling earth earwax n a soft yellow wax secreted by glands in the ear canal cerumen earwig n any of numerous insects of the order Dermaptera having elongate bodies and slender many-jointed antennae and a pair of large pincers at the ease n freedom from difficulty or hardship or effort simplicity,simpleness difficulty ease n a freedom from financial difficulty that promotes a comfortable state comfort ease n the condition of being comfortable or relieved (especially after being relieved of distress) relief ease n freedom from constraint or embarrassment informality ease v move gently or carefully ease v lessen pain or discomfort; alleviate comfort ease v make easier facilitate,alleviate ease v lessen the intensity of or calm still,allay,relieve eased adj (of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear alleviated,relieved easel n an upright tripod for displaying something (usually an artist's canvas) easement n (law) the privilege of using something that is not your own (as using another's land as a right of way to your own land) easement n the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance) easing,alleviation,relief easily adv with ease (`easy' is sometimes used informally for `easily') easy easily adv without question easily adv indicating high probability; in all likelihood well easing n a change for the better moderation,relief easing n the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance) easement,alleviation,relief east n the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees eastward,e east n the countries of Asia orient east n the region of the United States lying to the north of the Ohio River and to the east of the Mississippi River east n the direction corresponding to the eastward cardinal compass point east adj situated in or facing or moving toward the east west east adv to, toward, or in the east eastbound adj moving toward the east eastward easter n a Christian celebration of the Resurrection of Christ; celebrated on the Sunday following the first full moon after the vernal equinox easter n a wind from the east easterly easterly n a wind from the east easter easterly adj lying in or toward the east eastern easterly adj from the east; used especially of winds eastern easterly adv from the east westerly eastern adj lying toward or situated in the east eastern adj of or characteristic of eastern regions of the United States western eastern adj lying in or toward the east easterly eastern adj relating to or characteristic of regions of eastern parts of the world western easterner n an inhabitant of an eastern area; especially of the U.S. eastman n United States inventor of a dry-plate process of developing photographic film and of flexible film (his firm introduced roll film) and of th eastward n the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees east,e eastward adj moving toward the east eastbound eastward adv toward the east easy adj posing no difficulty; requiring little effort difficult easy adj not hurried or forced easygoing,leisurely easy adj free from worry or anxiety uneasy easy adj affording pleasure easy adv with ease (`easy' is sometimes used informally for `easily') easily easy adv without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly') slowly,slow easy adv in a relaxed manner; or without hardship soft easygoing adj not hurried or forced easy,leisurely easygoing adj not burdensome or demanding; borne or done easily and without hardship cushy,soft easygoing adj relaxed and informal in attitude or standards eat v take in solid food eat v eat a meal; take a meal eat v take in food; used of animals only feed eat v worry or cause anxiety in a persistent way eatable n any substance that can be used as food comestible,edible,pabulum,victual,victuals eatable adj suitable for use as food edible,comestible eater n someone who consumes food for nourishment feeder eater n any green goods that are good to eat eatery n a building where people go to eat restaurant eating n the act of consuming food feeding eats n informal terms for a meal chow,chuck,grub eaves n the overhang at the lower edge of a roof eavesdrop v listen without the speaker's knowledge ebb n a gradual decline (in size or strength or power or number) ebbing,wane ebb n the outward flow of the tide reflux ebb v flow back or recede tide ebb v hem in fish with stakes and nets so as to prevent them from going back into the sea with the ebb ebb v fall away or decline ebbing n a gradual decline (in size or strength or power or number) ebb,wane ebola n a severe and often fatal disease in humans and nonhuman primates (monkeys and chimpanzees) caused by the Ebola virus; characterized by high ebon adj of a very dark black ebony ebony n a very dark black sable ebony n hard dark-colored heartwood of the ebony tree; used in cabinetwork and for piano keys ebony n tropical tree of southern Asia having hard dark-colored heartwood used in cabinetwork ebony adj of a very dark black ebon ebullience n overflowing with eager enjoyment or approval exuberance,enthusiasm ebullient adj joyously unrestrained exuberant eccentric n a person with an unusual or odd personality flake,oddball,geek eccentric n a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) character,type,case eccentric adj conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual bizarre,freakish,freaky,flaky,gonzo,outlandish eccentric adj not having a common center; not concentric concentric eccentricity n strange and unconventional behavior eccentricity n (geometry) a ratio describing the shape of a conic section; the ratio of the distance between the foci to the length of the major axis eccentricity n a circularity that has a different center or deviates from a circular path ecclesiastic n a clergyman or other person in religious orders cleric,churchman,divine ecclesiastic adj of or associated with a church (especially a Christian Church) ecclesiastical ecclesiastical adj of or associated with a church (especially a Christian Church) ecclesiastic echelon n status in a society or organization echelon n a body of troops arranged in a line echelon n a diffraction grating consisting of a pile of plates of equal thickness arranged stepwise with a constant offset echidna n a burrowing monotreme mammal covered with spines and having a long snout and claws for hunting ants and termites; native to New Guinea anteater echidna n a burrowing monotreme mammal covered with spines and having a long snout and claws for hunting ants and termites; native to Australia anteater echinacea n small genus of North American coarse perennial herbs echinoderm n marine invertebrates with tube feet and five-part radially symmetrical bodies echo n the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves reverberation,replication echo n (Greek mythology) a nymph who was spurned by Narcissus and pined away until only her voice remained echo n a reply that repeats what has just been said echo n a reflected television or radio or radar beam echo v to say again or imitate repeat echo v ring or echo with sound resound,ring,reverberate echo v call to mind recall echoing adj (of sounds) repeating by reflection echt adj not fake or counterfeit genuine eckhart n German Roman Catholic theologian and mystic (1260-1327) eclectic n someone who selects according to the eclectic method eclectic adj selecting what seems best of various styles or ideas eclipse n one celestial body obscures another eclipse v be greater in significance than overshadow,dominate eclipse v cause an eclipse of (a celestial body) by intervention occult ecliptic n the great circle representing the apparent annual path of the sun; the plane of the Earth's orbit around the sun; makes an angle of about 23 ecological adj characterized by the interdependence of living organisms in an environment ecological adj of or relating to the science of ecology ecologically adv with respect to ecology ecologist n a biologist who studies the relation between organisms and their environment ecology n the environment as it relates to living organisms ecology n the branch of biology concerned with the relations between organisms and their environment econometric adj of or relating to econometrics econometrics n the application of mathematics and statistics to the study of economic and financial data economic adj of or relating to an economy, the system of production and management of material wealth economical economic adj of or relating to the science of economics economic adj using the minimum of time or resources necessary for effectiveness economical economic adj concerned with worldly necessities of life (especially money) economical adj using the minimum of time or resources necessary for effectiveness economic economical adj of or relating to an economy, the system of production and management of material wealth economic economical adj avoiding waste frugal,scotch,sparing economically adv with respect to economic science economically adv in an economical manner economically adv with respect to the economic system economics n the branch of social science that deals with the production and distribution and consumption of goods and services and their management economist n an expert in the science of economics economize v use cautiously and frugally conserve,husband economize v spend sparingly, avoid the waste of save economy n the system of production and distribution and consumption economy n the efficient use of resources economy n frugality in the expenditure of money or resources economy n an act of economizing; reduction in cost saving ecosystem n a system formed by the interaction of a community of organisms with their physical environment ecotourism n tourism to exotic or threatened ecosystems to observe wildlife or to help preserve nature ecru n a very light brown beige ecstasy n a state of being carried away by overwhelming emotion rapture,transport ecstasy n a state of elated bliss rapture ecstasy n street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine adam,go,cristal,x ecstatic adj feeling great rapture or delight enraptured,rapturous,rapt,rhapsodic ecstatically adv in an ecstatic manner ectoplasm n (spiritualism) a substance supposed to emanate from the body of the medium during a trance ectoplasm n the outer granule-free layer of cytoplasm ecuador n a republic in northwestern South America; became independent from Spain in 1822; the landscape is dominated by the Andes ecuadoran n a native or inhabitant of Ecuador ecuadorian ecuadorian n a native or inhabitant of Ecuador ecuadoran ecuadorian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Ecuador or its people ecumenical adj concerned with promoting unity among churches or religions ecumenical adj of worldwide scope or applicability cosmopolitan,general,universal,worldwide eczema n generic term for inflammatory conditions of the skin; particularly with vesiculation in the acute stages ed n impotence resulting from a man's inability to have or maintain an erection of his penis edacity n excessive desire to eat voracity edacity n extreme gluttony voracity edda n tropical starchy tuberous root taro edda n either of two distinct works in Old Icelandic dating from the late 13th century and consisting of 34 mythological and heroic ballads compose eddington n English astronomer remembered for his popular elucidation of relativity theory (1882-1944) eddy n founder of Christian Science in 1866 (1821-1910) eddy n a miniature whirlpool or whirlwind resulting when the current of a fluid doubles back on itself twist eddy v flow in a circular current, of liquids purl,whirlpool,swirl,whirl edelweiss n alpine perennial plant native to Europe having leaves covered with whitish down and small flower heads held in stars of glistening whitish b edema n swelling from excessive accumulation of watery fluid in cells, tissues, or serous cavities dropsy edematous adj swollen with an excessive accumulation of fluid eden n any place of complete bliss and delight and peace paradise,nirvana,heaven eden n a beautiful garden where Adam and Eve were placed at the Creation; when they disobeyed and ate the forbidden fruit from the tree of knowledg edgar n the younger brother of Edwy who became king of Northumbria when it renounced Edwy; on Edwy's death he succeeded to the throne of England (94 edge n the boundary of a surface border edge n a line determining the limits of an area boundary,bound edge n a sharp side formed by the intersection of two surfaces of an object edge n the attribute of urgency in tone of voice sharpness edge v advance slowly, as if by inches inch edge v provide with a border or edge border edge v lie adjacent to another or share a boundary border,adjoin,abut,march,butt edge v provide with an edge edged adj having a specified kind of border or edge edged adj (of speech) harsh or hurtful in tone or character cutting,stinging edged adj having a cutting edge or especially an edge or edges as specified; often used in combination edger n a person who puts finishing edges on a garment edger n garden tool for cutting grass around the edges of a yard edgeways adv as if by an edge; barely edgewise edgeways adv with the edge forward or on, by, or toward the edge edgewise edgewise adv with the edge forward or on, by, or toward the edge edgeways edgewise adv as if by an edge; barely edgeways edginess n feelings of anxiety that make you tense and irritable uneasiness edging n border consisting of anything placed on the edge to finish something (such as a fringe on clothing or on a rug) edgy adj being in a tense state jittery,jumpy,nervy,restive,uptight edible n any substance that can be used as food comestible,eatable,pabulum,victual,victuals edible adj suitable for use as food comestible,eatable inedible edict n a formal or authoritative proclamation edict n a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge) decree,fiat,order edification n uplifting enlightenment sophistication edifice n a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place building edify v make understand enlighten edifying adj enlightening or uplifting so as to encourage intellectual or moral improvement enlightening edinburgh n the capital of Scotland; located in the Lothian Region on the south side of the Firth of Forth edison n United States inventor; inventions included the phonograph and incandescent electric light and the microphone and the Kinetoscope (1847-1931 edit v prepare for publication or presentation by correcting, revising, or adapting redact edit v supervise the publication of edit v cut and assemble the components of cut edit v cut or eliminate delete edited adj improved or corrected by critical editing editing n putting something (as a literary work or a legislative bill) into acceptable form redaction edition n the form in which a text (especially a printed book) is published edition n all of the identical copies of something offered to the public at the same time edition n an issue of a newspaper edition n something a little different from others of the same type version,variant,variation editor n a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspa editor n (computer science) a program designed to perform such editorial functions as rearrangement or modification or deletion of data editorial n an article giving opinions or perspectives column editorial adj of or relating to an article stating opinions or giving perspectives editorial adj relating to or characteristic of an editor editorialize v insert personal opinions into an objective statement editorially adv by means of an editorial editorship n the position of editor edmonton n the capital of the province of Alberta edo n a member of a west African people living in the tropical forest region of southern Nigeria edo n the capital and largest city of Japan; the economic and cultural center of Japan tokyo educate v give an education to educate v create by training and teaching train,develop,prepare educate v teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment school,train,cultivate,civilize,civilise educated adj possessing an education (especially having more than average knowledge) uneducated educated adj characterized by full comprehension of the problem involved enlightened education n the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill instruction,teaching,pedagogy education n knowledge acquired by learning and instruction education n the gradual process of acquiring knowledge education n the profession of teaching (especially at a school or college or university) educational adj relating to the process of education educational adj providing knowledge educationally adv in an educational manner educative adj resulting in education educator n someone who educates young people edward n King of England and Ireland in 1936; his marriage to Wallis Warfield Simpson created a constitutional crisis leading to his abdication (1894 edward n King of England from 1901 to 1910; son of Victoria and Prince Albert; famous for his elegant sporting ways (1841-1910) edward n King of England and Ireland from 1547 to 1553; son of Henry VIII and Jane Seymour; died of tuberculosis (1537-1553) edward n King of England who was crowned at the age of 13 on the death of his father Edward IV but was immediately confined to the Tower of London wh edwardian n someone belonging to (or as if belonging to) the era of Edward VII edwardian adj of or relating to or characteristic of the era of Edward VII in England edwards n American theologian whose sermons and writings stimulated a period of renewed interest in religion in America (1703-1758) edwin n king of Northumbria who was converted to Christianity (585-633) ee n the branch of engineering science that studies the uses of electricity and the equipment for power generation and distribution and the contr eeg n a graphical record of electrical activity of the brain; produced by an electroencephalograph eel n the fatty flesh of eel; an elongate fish found in fresh water in Europe and America; large eels are usually smoked or pickled eel n voracious snakelike marine or freshwater fishes with smooth slimy usually scaleless skin and having a continuous vertical fin but no ventral eelgrass n submerged marine plant with very long narrow leaves found in abundance along North Atlantic coasts eelgrass n submerged aquatic plant with ribbonlike leaves; Old World and Australia eellike adj resembling an eel in being long and thin and sinuous eelpout n marine eellike mostly bottom-dwelling fishes of northern seas pout eelpout n elongate freshwater cod of northern Europe and Asia and North America having barbels around its mouth burbot,ling,cusk eerie adj suggestive of the supernatural; mysterious eerie adj inspiring a feeling of fear; strange and frightening eerily adv in an unnatural eery manner eff v have sexual intercourse with love,know,screw,fuck,jazz,hump,bed,bang efface v remove completely from recognition or memory obliterate efface v make inconspicuous efface v remove by or as if by rubbing or erasing erase effect n a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon consequence,outcome,result,event,issue,upshot effect n an outward appearance impression effect n an impression (especially one that is artificial or contrived) effect n the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work essence,burden,core,gist effect v produce effectuate effect v act so as to bring into existence effected adj settled securely and unconditionally accomplished,established effective adj producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect efficacious ineffective effective adj able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively efficient effective adj works well as a means or remedy effective adj exerting force or influence good effectively adv in an effective manner effectively adv in actuality or reality or fact effectiveness n power to be effective; the quality of being able to bring about an effect ineffectiveness effectiveness n capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects potency,strength effector n one who brings about a result or event; one who accomplishes a purpose effector n a nerve fiber that terminates on a muscle or gland and stimulates contraction or secretion effector n an organ (a gland or muscle) that becomes active in response to nerve impulses receptor effects n property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business effectuate v produce effect effeminate adj having unsuitable feminine qualities emasculate,cissy,sissy effendi n a former Turkish term of respect; especially for government officials efferent n a nerve that conveys impulses toward or to muscles or glands efferent adj of nerves and nerve impulses; conveying information away from the CNS afferent effervescent adj used of wines and waters; charged naturally or artificially with carbon dioxide sparkling effervescent adj (of a liquid) giving off bubbles effervescent adj marked by high spirits or excitement bubbling,frothy,scintillating,sparkly effete adj affected, overrefined, and effeminate effete adj deprived of vigor and the ability to be effective efficacious adj marked by qualities giving the power to produce an intended effect efficacious adj producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect effective efficacy n capacity or power to produce a desired effect efficiency n the ratio of the output to the input of any system efficiency n skillfulness in avoiding wasted time and effort inefficiency efficient adj being effective without wasting time or effort or expense inefficient efficient adj able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively effective efficiently adv with efficiency; in an efficient manner expeditiously inefficiently effigy n a representation of a person (especially in the form of sculpture) image effluence n the process of flowing out outflow,efflux effluent n water mixed with waste matter effluent adj that is flowing outward efflux n the process of flowing out outflow,effluence influx effort n earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something attempt,endeavor,endeavour,try effort n use of physical or mental energy; hard work exertion,travail,sweat effort n a notable achievement feat,exploit effort n a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end campaign,cause,crusade,drive,movement effortless adj requiring or apparently requiring no effort effortless adj not showing effort or strain casual effortlessly adv without effort or apparent effort effortlessness n the quality of requiring little effort effrontery n audacious (even arrogant) behavior that you have no right to presumption,assumption effusive adj uttered with unrestrained enthusiasm burbling,gushing effusive adj extravagantly demonstrative gushing effusively adv in an effusive manner eft n a newt in its terrestrial stage of development egalitarian n a person who believes in the equality of all people elitist egalitarian adj favoring social equality egalitarianism n the doctrine of the equality of mankind and the desirability of political and economic and social equality egbert n king of Wessex whose military victories made Wessex the most powerful kingdom in England (died in 839) egg n animal reproductive body consisting of an ovum or embryo together with nutritive and protective envelopes; especially the thin-shelled repro egg n oval reproductive body of a fowl (especially a hen) used as food eggs egg n one of the two male reproductive glands that produce spermatozoa and secrete androgens testicle,ball,nut egg v throw eggs at egg v coat with beaten egg eggar n moth having nonfunctional mouthparts as adults; larvae feed on tree foliage and spin egg-shaped cocoons egger eggcup n dishware consisting of a small cup for serving a boiled egg egger n moth having nonfunctional mouthparts as adults; larvae feed on tree foliage and spin egg-shaped cocoons eggar egghead n an intellectual; a very studious and academic person eggnog n a punch made of sweetened milk or cream mixed with eggs and usually alcoholic liquor eggplant n egg-shaped vegetable having a shiny skin typically dark purple but occasionally white or yellow eggplant n hairy upright herb native to southeastern Asia but widely cultivated for its large glossy edible fruit commonly used as a vegetable brinjal eggs n oval reproductive body of a fowl (especially a hen) used as food egg eggshell n the exterior covering of a bird's egg shell eglantine n Eurasian rose with prickly stems and fragrant leaves and bright pink flowers followed by scarlet hips brier,briar ego n an inflated feeling of pride in your superiority to others egotism ego n your consciousness of your own identity self ego n (psychoanalysis) the conscious mind egocentric n a self-centered person with little regard for others egoist egocentric adj limited to or caring only about yourself and your own needs egoism n (ethics) the theory that the pursuit of your own welfare in the basis of morality egoism n concern for your own interests and welfare altruism egoist n a conceited and self-centered person egotist egoist n a self-centered person with little regard for others egocentric egomaniac n an abnormally egotistical person egotism n an exaggerated opinion of your own importance egotism n an inflated feeling of pride in your superiority to others ego egotist n a conceited and self-centered person egoist egotistical adj characteristic of those having an inflated idea of their own importance narcissistic egotistical adj characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance conceited,swollen,vain egregious adj conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible crying,flagrant,glaring,gross,rank egress n (astronomy) the reappearance of a celestial body after an eclipse egress n the becoming visible emergence,issue egress n the act of coming (or going) out; becoming apparent egression,emergence egress v come out of issue,emerge egression n the act of coming (or going) out; becoming apparent egress,emergence egret n any of various usually white herons having long plumes during breeding season egypt n a republic in northeastern Africa known as the United Arab Republic until 1971; site of an ancient civilization that flourished from 2600 to egypt n an ancient empire to the west of Israel; centered on the Nile River and ruled by a Pharaoh; figured in many events described in the Old Test egyptian n a native or inhabitant of Egypt egyptian n the ancient and now extinct language of Egypt under the Pharaohs; written records date back to 3000 BC egyptian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Egypt or its people or their language egyptology n archeology of ancient Egyptian artifacts ehrlich n German bacteriologist who found a `magic bullet' to cure syphilis and was a pioneer in the study of immunology (1854-1915) eichmann n Austrian who became the Nazi official who administered the concentration camps where millions of Jews were murdered during World War II (190 eider n duck of the northern hemisphere much valued for the fine soft down of the females eiffel n French engineer who constructed the Eiffel Tower (1832-1923) eigenvalue n (mathematics) any number such that a given square matrix minus that number times the identity matrix has a zero determinant eight n the cardinal number that is the sum of seven and one octet eight n a group of United States painters founded in 1907 and noted for their realistic depictions of sordid aspects of city life eight n one of four playing cards in a deck with eight pips on the face eight adj being one more than seven eighteen n the cardinal number that is the sum of seventeen and one eighteen adj being one more than seventeen eighteenth n position 18 in a countable series of things eighteenth adj coming next after the seventeenth in position eightfold adj having eight units or components octuple eighth n position eight in a countable series of things eighth n one part in eight equal parts eighth adj coming next after the seventh and just before the ninth in position eighties n the decade from 1880 to 1889 eighties n the decade from 1980 to 1989 eighties n the time of life between 80 and 90 eightieth n position 80 in a countable series of things eightieth adj the ordinal number of eighty in counting order eightsome n eight people considered as a unit octet eightsome n a Scottish reel for eight dancers eighty n the cardinal number that is the product of ten and eight fourscore eighty adj being ten more than seventy fourscore einstein n physicist born in Germany who formulated the special theory of relativity and the general theory of relativity; Einstein also proposed that einstein n someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality genius,mastermind,brain,brainiac einsteinian adj of or relating to Albert Einstein or his theories eisenhower n United States general who supervised the invasion of Normandy and the defeat of Nazi Germany; 34th President of the United States (1890-1961 ike eisenstein n Russian film maker who pioneered the use of montage and is considered among the most influential film makers in the history of motion pictur either adv after a negative statement used as an intensive meaning something like `likewise' or `also' ejaculate n the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract semen,seed,cum,come ejaculate v utter impulsively blurt,blunder ejaculate v eject semen ejaculation n an abrupt emphatic exclamation expressing emotion interjection ejaculation n the discharge of semen in males eject v put out or expel from a place exclude eject v eliminate (a substance) exhaust,discharge,expel,release eject v leave an aircraft rapidly, using an ejection seat or capsule eject v cause to come out in a squirt squirt ejection n the act of expelling or projecting or ejecting expulsion,projection ejection n the act of forcing out someone or something exclusion,expulsion,riddance ejector n a person who ousts or supplants someone else ouster ejector n a mechanism in a firearm that ejects the empty shell case after firing el n angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object) elevation,altitude,alt el n a railway that is powered by electricity and that runs on a track that is raised above the street level elevated ela n an extreme leftist terrorist group formed in Greece in 1971 to oppose the military junta that ruled Greece from 1967 to 1974; a revolutionar elaborate v add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing exposit,enlarge,expand,expound,dilate elaborate v produce from basic elements or sources; change into a more developed product elaborate v make more complex, intricate, or richer complicate,refine elaborate v work out in detail elaborate adj marked by complexity and richness of detail luxuriant elaborate adj developed or executed with care and in minute detail detailed,elaborated elaborated adj developed or executed with care and in minute detail detailed,elaborate elaborately adv with elaboration intricately elaboration n addition of extra material or illustration or clarifying detail amplification elaboration n the result of improving something refinement elaboration n a discussion that provides additional information expansion,enlargement elaboration n marked by elaborately complex detail intricacy elam n an ancient country in southwestern Asia to the east of the Tigris River (in what is modern Iran); was known for its warlike people elamite n a member of an ancient warlike people living in Elam east of Babylonia as early as 3000 BC elamite n an extinct ancient language of unknown affinities; spoken by the Elamites eland n either of two large African antelopes of the genus Taurotragus having short spirally twisted horns in both sexes elapse v pass by lapse,pass elapsed adj (of time) having passed or slipped by elastic n a narrow band of elastic rubber used to hold things (such as papers) together elastic n a fabric made of yarns containing an elastic material elastic adj capable of resuming original shape after stretching or compression; springy inelastic elastic adj able to adjust readily to different conditions flexible,pliable,pliant elasticity n the tendency of a body to return to its original shape after it has been stretched or compressed snap elastomer n any of various elastic materials that resemble rubber (resumes its original shape when a deforming force is removed) elate v fill with high spirits; fill with optimism uplift,intoxicate depress elated adj exultantly proud and joyful; in high spirits dejected elated adj full of high-spirited delight gleeful,joyful,jubilant elater n any of various widely distributed beetles elating adj making lively and joyful exhilarating elation n an exhilarating psychological state of pride and optimism; an absence of depression depression elation n a feeling of joy and pride lightness elbe n a river in central Europe that arises in northwestern Czechoslovakia and flows northward through Germany to empty into the North Sea elbow n hinge joint between the forearm and upper arm and the corresponding joint in the forelimb of a quadruped elbow n a sharp bend in a road or river elbow n a length of pipe with a sharp bend in it elbow n the part of a sleeve that covers the elbow joint elbow v push one's way with the elbows elbow v shove one's elbow into another person's ribs elbowing n jostling with the elbows eld n a late time of life years,age eld n a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises age elder n a person who is older than you are senior elder n any of numerous shrubs or small trees of temperate and subtropical northern hemisphere having white flowers and berrylike fruit elder n any of various church officers elder adj used of the older of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a father from his son older elderberry n a common shrub with black fruit or a small tree of Europe and Asia; fruit used for wines and jellies elderberry n berrylike fruit of an elder used for e.g. wines and jellies elderly n people who are old collectively aged elderly adj advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables) aged,older,senior eldership n the office of elder eldest n the offspring who came first in the order of birth firstborn eldest adj first in order of birth firstborn eldorado n an imaginary place of great wealth and opportunity; sought in South America by 16th-century explorers eldritch adj suggesting the operation of supernatural influences weird,uncanny,unearthly elect n an exclusive group of people chosen elect v select by a vote for an office or membership elect v choose elect adj selected as the best elite elect adj elected but not yet installed in office elected adj subject to popular election elective election n a vote to select the winner of a position or political office election n the act of selecting someone or something; the exercise of deliberate choice election n the status or fact of being elected election n the predestination of some individuals as objects of divine mercy (especially as conceived by Calvinists) electioneer v work actively for a political candidate or a party electioneering n persuasion of voters in a political campaign canvassing electioneering n the campaign of a candidate to be elected campaigning,candidacy elective n a course that the student can select from among alternatives elective adj subject to popular election elected appointive elective adj not compulsory facultative elector n a citizen who has a legal right to vote voter elector n any of the German princes who were entitled to vote in the election of new emperor of the Holy Roman Empire electoral adj of or relating to elections electoral adj relating to or composed of electors electorate n the body of enfranchised citizens; those qualified to vote electra n (Greek mythology) the daughter of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra; persuaded her brother (Orestes) to avenge Agamemnon's death by helping her to electric n a car that is powered by electricity electric adj using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity electrical electric adj (of a situation) exceptionally tense electric adj affected by emotion as if by electricity; thrilling galvanic,galvanizing electrical adj relating to or concerned with electricity electrical adj using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity electric electrically adv by electricity electrician n a person who installs or repairs electrical or telephone lines lineman electricity n a physical phenomenon associated with stationary or moving electrons and protons electricity n energy made available by the flow of electric charge through a conductor power electricity n keen and shared excitement electrification n the activity of thrilling or markedly exciting some person or group electrification n the act of providing electricity electrify v excite suddenly and intensely electrify v charge (a conductor) with electricity electrify v equip for use with electricity wire electrifying adj causing a surge of emotion or excitement thrilling electrocardiogram n a graphical recording of the cardiac cycle produced by an electrocardiograph cardiogram electrochemical adj of or involving electrochemistry electrocute v kill by electric shock electrocute v kill by electrocution, as in the electric chair fry electrocution n execution by electricity burning electrocution n killing by electric shock electrode n a conductor used to make electrical contact with some part of a circuit electrolysis n (chemistry) a chemical decomposition reaction produced by passing an electric current through a solution containing ions electrolysis n removing superfluous or unwanted hair by passing an electric current through the hair root electrolyte n a solution that conducts electricity electrolytic n a fixed capacitor consisting of two electrodes separated by an electrolyte electrolytic adj of or concerned with or produced by electrolysis electrolytic adj of or relating to or containing an electrolyte electromagnet n a temporary magnet made by coiling wire around an iron core; when current flows in the coil the iron becomes a magnet electromagnetic adj pertaining to or exhibiting magnetism produced by electric charge in motion electromagnetism n magnetism produced by an electric current electromagnetism n the branch of physics concerned with electromagnetic phenomena electromechanical adj of or relating to or involving an electrically operated mechanical device electron n an elementary particle with negative charge negatron electronic adj of or relating to electronics; concerned with or using devices that operate on principles governing the behavior of electrons electronic adj of or concerned with electrons electronically adv by electronic means electronics n the branch of physics that deals with the emission and effects of electrons and with the use of electronic devices electrophoresis n the motion of charged particles in a colloid under the influence of an electric field; particles with a positive charge go to the cathode an electroplate n any artifact that has been plated with a thin coat of metal by electrolysis electroplate v coat with metal by electrolysis electroshock n the administration of a strong electric current that passes through the brain to induce convulsions and coma electrostatic adj concerned with or producing or caused by static electricity static electrum n an alloy of gold and silver eleemosynary adj generous in assistance to the poor beneficent,benevolent,philanthropic elegance n a refined quality of gracefulness and good taste elegance n a quality of neatness and ingenious simplicity in the solution of a problem (especially in science or mathematics) elegant adj refined and tasteful in appearance or behavior or style elegant adj suggesting taste, ease, and wealth graceful,refined elegant adj displaying effortless beauty and simplicity in movement or execution elegantly adv with elegance; in a tastefully elegant manner elegantly adv in a gracefully elegant manner elegy n a mournful poem; a lament for the dead lament element n an abstract part of something component,constituent,factor,ingredient element n an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or atta component,constituent element n any of the more than 100 known substances (of which 92 occur naturally) that cannot be separated into simpler substances and that singly or element n the most favorable environment for a plant or animal elemental adj relating to or being an element elemental adj relating to severe atmospheric conditions elemental adj of or being the essential or basic part elementary,primary,basal elementary adj easy and not involved or complicated simple,uncomplicated elementary adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of elementary school or elementary education elementary adj of or being the essential or basic part elemental,primary,basal elements n violent or severe weather (viewed as caused by the action of the four elements) elephant n five-toed pachyderm elephant n the symbol of the Republican Party; introduced in cartoons by Thomas Nast in 1874 elephantiasis n hypertrophy of certain body parts (usually legs and scrotum); the end state of the disease filariasis elephantine adj of great mass; huge and bulky gargantuan,giant,jumbo elevate v give a promotion to or assign to a higher position promote,upgrade,advance,raise elevate v raise from a lower to a higher position raise,lift elevate v raise in rank or condition lift,raise elevated n a railway that is powered by electricity and that runs on a track that is raised above the street level el elevated adj raised above the ground elevated adj of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style exalted,sublime,grand,lofty,rarefied,idealistic elevated adj increased in amount or degree raised elevation n the event of something being raised upward lift,raising elevation n the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development acme,height,peak,pinnacle,summit,superlative,meridian,top elevation n angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object) el,altitude,alt elevation n a raised or elevated geological formation elevator n lifting device consisting of a platform or cage that is raised and lowered mechanically in a vertical shaft in order to move people from one lift elevator n the airfoil on the tailplane of an aircraft that makes it ascend or descend eleven n the cardinal number that is the sum of ten and one xi eleven n a team that plays football eleven adj being one more than ten xi eleventh n position 11 in a countable series of things eleventh adj coming next after the tenth and just before the twelfth in position elf n (folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous hob,gremlin,pixie,brownie,imp elf n below 3 kilohertz elfin adj suggestive of an elf in strangeness and otherworldliness fey elfin adj small and delicate elfin adj relating to or made or done by or as if by an elf elfin adj usually good-naturedly mischievous elfish elfish adj usually good-naturedly mischievous elfin elgar n British composer of choral and orchestral works including two symphonies as well as songs and chamber music and music for brass band (1857-1 elia n English essayist (1775-1834) lamb elicit v call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) arouse,kindle,evoke,fire,raise,provoke elicit v deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) evoke,extract elicit v derive by reason elicited adj called forth from a latent or potential state by stimulation evoked eligibility n the quality or state of being eligible eligible adj qualified for or allowed or worthy of being chosen ineligible elijah n a Hebrew prophet in the Old Testament who opposed the worship of idols; he was persecuted for rebuking Ahab and Jezebel (king and queen of I eliminate v terminate, end, or take out extinguish eliminate v do away with obviate eliminate v kill in large numbers annihilate,extinguish,eradicate,decimate eliminate v dismiss from consideration or a contest reject elimination n the act of removing or getting rid of something riddance elimination n the bodily process of discharging waste matter evacuation,excretion,voiding elimination n analysis of a problem into alternative possibilities followed by the systematic rejection of unacceptable alternatives elimination n the act of removing an unknown mathematical quantity by combining equations eliot n British poet (born in the United States) who won the Nobel prize for literature; his plays are outstanding examples of modern verse drama (1 eliot n British writer of novels characterized by realistic analysis of provincial Victorian society (1819-1880) elisa n an assay that relies on an enzymatic conversion reaction and is used to detect the presence of specific substances (such as enzymes or virus elite n a group or class of persons enjoying superior intellectual or social or economic status elite adj selected as the best elect elitist n someone who believes in rule by an elite group egalitarian elixir n a sweet flavored liquid (usually containing a small amount of alcohol) used in compounding medicines to be taken by mouth in order to mask a elixir n hypothetical substance that the alchemists believed to be capable of changing base metals into gold elixir n a substance believed to cure all ills elizabeth n daughter of George VI who became the Queen of England and Northern Ireland in 1952 on the death of her father (1926-) elizabeth n Queen of England from 1558 to 1603; daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn; she succeeded Mary I (who was a Catholic) and restored Protestan elizabethan n a person who lived during the reign of Elizabeth I elizabethan adj of or relating to Elizabeth I of England or to the age in which she ruled as queen elk n large northern deer with enormous flattened antlers in the male; called `elk' in Europe and `moose' in North America moose elk n large North American deer with large much-branched antlers in the male wapiti elk n common deer of temperate Europe and Asia wapiti ell n an extension at the end and at right angles to the main building ellington n United States jazz composer and piano player and bandleader (1899-1974) ellipse n a closed plane curve resulting from the intersection of a circular cone and a plane cutting completely through it oval ellipsoid n a surface whose plane sections are all ellipses or circles ellipsoid adj having the nature or shape of an ellipsoid elliptical adj rounded like an egg oval,ovate,ovoid,prolate elliptical adj characterized by extreme economy of expression or omission of superfluous elements ellison n United States novelist who wrote about a young Black man and his struggles in American society (1914-1994) ellsworth n United States jurist and the third chief justice of the United States Supreme Court (1745-1807) elm n any of various trees of the genus Ulmus: important timber or shade trees elm n hard tough wood of an elm tree; used for e.g. implements and furniture elocution n an expert manner of speaking involving control of voice and gesture elongate v make long or longer by pulling and stretching stretch elongate adj (of a leaf shape) long and narrow linear elongate adj having notably more length than width; being long and slender elongated elongated adj drawn out or made longer spatially extended,lengthened,prolonged elongated adj having notably more length than width; being long and slender elongate elongation n the quality of being elongated elongation n an addition to the length of something extension elongation n the act of lengthening something elope v run away secretly with one's beloved eloquence n powerful and effective language fluency,smoothness eloquent adj expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively facile,fluent,silver eloquently adv with eloquence eloquently adv in an articulate manner elsewhere adv in or to another place elucidate v make clear and (more) comprehensible clarify elucidate v make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear clear,crystallize,enlighten,illuminate elucidative adj that makes clear clarifying elude v escape, either physically or mentally evade,bilk elude v be incomprehensible to; escape understanding by escape elude v avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) hedge,fudge,evade,circumvent,parry,skirt,dodge,duck eluding n the act of avoiding capture (especially by cunning) slip elusive adj difficult to describe elusive adj skillful at eluding capture elusive adj difficult to detect or grasp by the mind or analyze subtle elusive adj making great mental demands; hard to comprehend or solve or believe baffling,knotty,problematic,problematical,tough elusiveness n the quality of being difficult to grasp or pin down elution n the process of extracting one material from another by washing with a solvent to remove adsorbed material from an adsorbent (as in washing o elver n young eel; may be sauteed or batter-fried elver n young eel elves n an acronym for emissions of light and very low frequency perturbations due to electromagnetic pulse sources; extremely bright extremely shor elvis n street name for lysergic acid diethylamide acid,dose,dot,pane,superman,zen elysian adj relating to the Elysian Fields elysian adj being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods divine,inspired elysium n a place or condition of ideal happiness elysium n (Greek mythology) the abode of the blessed after death elytron n either of the horny front wings in beetles and some other insects which cover and protect the functional hind wings em n a quad with a square body em n a linear unit (1/6 inch) used in printing pica emaciate v cause to grow thin or weak waste,macerate emaciate v grow weak and thin or waste away physically emaciated adj very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold gaunt,haggard,pinched,skeletal,wasted email n (computer science) a system of world-wide electronic communication in which a computer user can compose a message at one terminal that can b email v communicate electronically on the computer emanate v proceed or issue forth, as from a source emanate v give out (breath or an odor) exhale emanation n something that is emitted or radiated (as a gas or an odor or a light, etc.) emanation n the act of emitting; causing to flow forth emission emanation n (theology) the origination of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost rise,procession emancipate v give equal rights to; of women and minorities liberate emancipate v free from slavery or servitude manumit emancipated adj free from traditional social restraints liberated emancipation n freeing someone from the control of another; especially a parent's relinquishing authority and control over a minor child emasculate v deprive of strength or vigor castrate emasculate v remove the testicles of a male animal castrate emasculate adj having unsuitable feminine qualities effeminate,cissy,sissy emasculated adj (of a male animal) having the testicles removed cut,gelded embalm v preserve a dead body embankment n a long artificial mound of stone or earth; built to hold back water or to support a road or as protection embargo n a government order imposing a trade barrier embargo v ban the publication of (documents), as for security or copyright reasons embargo v prevent commerce embark v go on board ship disembark embark v set out on (an enterprise or subject of study) enter embark v proceed somewhere despite the risk of possible dangers venture embarkation n the act of passengers and crew getting aboard a ship or aircraft boarding disembarkation embarrass v cause to be embarrassed; cause to feel self-conscious abash embarrass v hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of obstruct,blockade,block,hinder,stymie embarrassed adj feeling or caused to feel ill at ease or self-conscious or ashamed abashed,chagrined embarrassed adj made to feel uncomfortable because of shame or wounded pride humiliated,mortified embarrassing adj hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment awkward,sticky,unenviable embarrassing adj causing to feel shame or chagrin or vexation embarrassingly adv causing embarrassment embarrassment n the shame you feel when your inadequacy or guilt is made public embarrassment n the state of being embarrassed (usually by some financial inadequacy) embarrassment n some event that causes someone to be embarrassed embarrassment n extreme excess plethora embassy n a diplomatic building where ambassadors live or work embassy n an ambassador and his entourage collectively embattle v fortify by furnishing with battlements for defense embattle v prepare for battle or conflict embattled adj (of a person) beset by difficulties or conflict embattled adj prepared for battle embattled adj having or resembling repeated square indentations like those in a battlement embayment n an indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf bay embed v fix or set securely or deeply implant,engraft,imbed,plant embed v attach to, as a journalist to a military unit when reporting on a war embedded adj enclosed firmly in a surrounding mass embedded adj inserted as an integral part of a surrounding whole embellish v add details to embroider,pad,lard,aggrandize,dramatize embellish v be beautiful to look at deck,adorn,decorate,grace,beautify embellish v make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. decorate,adorn,grace,ornament,beautify embellish v make more beautiful beautify embellishment n elaboration of an interpretation by the use of decorative (sometimes fictitious) detail embroidery embellishment n a superfluous ornament embellishment n the act of adding extraneous decorations to something ornamentation ember n a hot fragment of wood or coal that is left from a fire and is glowing or smoldering coal embezzle v appropriate (as property entrusted to one's care) fraudulently to one's own use misappropriate embezzled adj taken for your own use in violation of a trust misappropriated embezzlement n the fraudulent appropriation of funds or property entrusted to your care but actually owned by someone else misapplication,misappropriation embezzler n someone who violates a trust by taking (money) for his own use embitter v cause to be bitter or resentful emblazon v decorate with colors color,colour emblazon v decorate with heraldic arms blazon emblem n special design or visual object representing a quality, type, group, etc. emblem n a visible symbol representing an abstract idea allegory emblematic adj serving as a visible symbol for something abstract symbolic emblematic adj being or serving as an illustration of a type exemplary embodied adj possessing or existing in bodily form bodied,corporal,corporate,incarnate embodiment n a new personification of a familiar idea incarnation,avatar embodiment n a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept shape embodiment n giving concrete form to an abstract concept embody v represent in bodily form incarnate,substantiate embody v represent, as of a character on stage be,personify embody v represent or express something abstract in tangible form embolden v give encouragement to cheer,hearten,recreate emboldened adj made bold or courageous embolism n an insertion into a calendar embolism n occlusion of a blood vessel by an embolus (a loose clot or air bubble or other particle) embolus n an abnormal particle (e.g. an air bubble or part of a clot) circulating in the blood emboss v raise in a relief boss,stamp embossed adj embellished with a raised pattern created by pressure or embroidery raised embouchure n the aperture of a wind instrument into which the player blows directly mouthpiece embrace n the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection) embracing embrace n the state of taking in or encircling embrace n a close affectionate and protective acceptance bosom embrace v include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory encompass,comprehend,cover embrace v hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness hug,bosom,squeeze embrace v take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own espouse,adopt embracing n the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection) embrace embroider v decorate with needlework embroider v add details to pad,lard,embellish,aggrandize,dramatize embroiderer n someone who ornaments with needlework embroidery n elaboration of an interpretation by the use of decorative (sometimes fictitious) detail embellishment embroidery n decorative needlework embroil v force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action tangle,sweep,drag embroiled adj deeply involved especially in something complicated entangled embrown v cause to darken embrown v make brown in color brown embryo n (botany) a minute rudimentary plant contained within a seed or an archegonium embryo n an animal organism in the early stages of growth and differentiation that in higher forms merge into fetal stages but in lower forms termina embryology n the branch of biology that studies the formation and early development of living organisms embryonic adj of an organism prior to birth or hatching embryonic adj in an early stage of development emcee n a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers) host emcee v act as a master of ceremonies compere emerald n a green transparent form of beryl; highly valued as a gemstone emerald n a transparent piece of emerald that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem emerald n the green color of an emerald emerge v come out into view, as from concealment emerge v come out of issue,egress emerge v become known or apparent emerge v come up to the surface of or rise emergence n the gradual beginning or coming forth outgrowth,growth emergence n the becoming visible egress,issue emergence n the act of emerging emergence n the act of coming (or going) out; becoming apparent egress,egression emergency n a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action exigency,pinch emergency n a state in which martial law applies emergency n a brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage emergent adj occurring unexpectedly and requiring urgent action emergent adj coming into existence emerging emerging adj coming to maturity rising emerging adj coming into existence emergent emeritus n a professor or minister who is retired from assigned duties emeritus adj honorably retired from assigned duties and retaining your title along with the additional title `emeritus' as in `professor emeritus' emerson n United States writer and leading exponent of transcendentalism (1803-1882) emery n a hard grey-black mineral consisting of corundum and either hematite or magnetite; used as an abrasive (especially as a coating on paper) emetic n a medicine that induces nausea and vomiting vomit emigrant n someone who leaves one country to settle in another emigrate v leave one's country of residence for a new one immigrate emigration n migration from a place (especially migration from your native country in order to settle in another) expatriation emile n the boy whose upbringing was described by Jean-Jacques Rousseau emilia n tropical African herbs eminence n high status importance owing to marked superiority distinction,note eminence n a protuberance on a bone especially for attachment of a muscle or ligament tubercle eminent adj standing above others in quality or position high eminent adj of imposing height; especially standing out above others lofty,soaring,towering eminently adv in an eminent manner emir n an independent ruler or chieftain (especially in Africa or Arabia) amir emirate n the domain controlled by an emir emirate n the office of an emir emissary n someone sent on a mission to represent the interests of someone else envoy emission n the act of emitting; causing to flow forth emanation emission n a substance that is emitted or released discharge emission n the release of electrons from parent atoms emission n any of several bodily processes by which substances go out of the body discharge,expelling emit v expel (gases or odors) breathe emit v give off, send forth, or discharge; as of light, heat, or radiation, vapor, etc. absorb emit v express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words) utter emitter n the electrode in a transistor where electrons originate emmer n hard red wheat grown especially in Russia and Germany; in United States as stock feed emmet n social insect living in organized colonies; characteristically the males and fertile queen have wings during breeding season; wingless steri ant emmy n an annual award by the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences for outstanding achievements in television emolument n compensation received by virtue of holding an office or having employment (usually in the form of wages or fees) emote v give expression or emotion to, in a stage or movie role emotion n any strong feeling emotional adj determined or actuated by emotion rather than reason cerebral emotional adj of more than usual emotion unemotional emotional adj of or pertaining to emotion emotional adj (of persons) excessively affected by emotion aroused,excited emotionalism n emotional nature or quality emotionally adv in an emotional manner emotionally adv with regard to emotions emotive adj characterized by emotion affective empanel v enter into a list of prospective jurors impanel empanel v select from a list impanel,panel empathetic adj showing empathy or ready comprehension of others' states empathize v be understanding of sympathize,understand empathy n understanding and entering into another's feelings emperor n the male ruler of an empire emperor n red table grape of California emperor n large moth of temperate forests of Eurasia having heavily scaled transparent wings emperor n large richly colored butterfly emphasis n special importance or significance accent emphasis n intensity or forcefulness of expression vehemence emphasis n special and significant stress by means of position or repetition e.g. emphasis n the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch) stress,accent emphasize v to stress, single out as important stress,punctuate,accent,accentuate emphasize v give extra weight to (a communication) underscore,underline emphasized adj spoken with emphasis emphatic emphasizing n the act of giving special importance or significance to something accenting emphatic adj spoken with emphasis emphasized emphatic adj sudden and strong emphatic adj forceful and definite in expression or action forceful emphatically adv without question and beyond doubt decidedly,unquestionably,definitely emphysema n an abnormal condition of the lungs marked by decreased respiratory function; associated with smoking or chronic bronchitis or old age empire n the domain ruled by an emperor or empress; the region over which imperial dominion is exercised empire n a group of countries under a single authority empire n a monarchy with an emperor as head of state empire n a group of diverse companies under common ownership and run as a single organization conglomerate empirical adj derived from experiment and observation rather than theory theoretical empirical adj relying on medical quackery empirically adv in an empirical manner theoretically empiricism n (philosophy) the doctrine that knowledge derives from experience sensationalism empiricism n the application of empirical methods in any art or science empiricism n medical practice and advice based on observation and experience in ignorance of scientific findings quackery empiricist n a philosopher who subscribes to empiricism emplacement n military installation consisting of a prepared position for siting a weapon emplacement n the act of putting something in a certain place placement,location,locating,position,positioning employ n the state of being employed or having a job employment employ v put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose use,utilize,apply employ v engage or hire for work hire,engage employable n a person who is qualified and ready to work employable adj physically and mentally capable of working at a regular job and available unemployable employed adj having your services engaged for; or having a job especially one that pays wages or a salary unemployed employed adj put to use utilized employee n a worker who is hired to perform a job employer employer n a person or firm that employs workers employee employment n the state of being employed or having a job employ unemployment employment n the occupation for which you are paid work employment n the act of giving someone a job engagement employment n the act of using use,usage,utilization,exercise emporium n a large retail store organized into departments offering a variety of merchandise; commonly part of a retail chain empower v give or delegate power or authority to authorize empower v give qualities or abilities to endow,gift,invest empowered adj invested with legal power or official authority especially as symbolized by having a scepter empowerment n the act of conferring legality or sanction or formal warrant authorization empress n a woman emperor or the wife of an emperor emptiness n the state of containing nothing fullness emptiness n having an empty stomach emptiness n an empty area or space void,vacancy,vacuum emptiness n the quality of being valueless or futile vanity emptor n a person who buys buyer,purchaser,vendee empty n a container that has been emptied empty v make void or empty of contents fill empty v become empty or void of its content discharge fill empty v leave behind empty; move out of vacate,abandon empty v remove empty adj holding or containing nothing full empty adj devoid of significance or force hollow,vacuous empty adj needing nourishment empty adj emptied of emotion emptying n the act of removing the contents of something evacuation emu n any of various systems of units for measuring electricity and magnetism emu n large Australian flightless bird similar to the ostrich but smaller emulate v strive to equal or match, especially by imitating emulate v imitate the function of (another system), as by modifying the hardware or the software emulate v compete with successfully; approach or reach equality with emulation n ambition to equal or excel emulation n (computer science) technique of one machine obtaining the same results as another emulation n effort to equal or surpass another emulator n someone who copies the words or behavior of another copycat,imitator,ape,aper emulous adj characterized by or arising from emulation or imitation emulous adj eager to surpass others rivalrous emulsifier n a surface-active agent that promotes the formation of an emulsion emulsify v cause to become an emulsion; make into an emulsion emulsify v form into or become an emulsion emulsion n (chemistry) a colloid in which both phases are liquids emulsion n a light-sensitive coating on paper or film; consists of fine grains of silver bromide suspended in a gelatin en n half the width of an em nut enable v render capable or able for some task disable enabling adj providing legal power or sanction disabling enact v order by virtue of superior authority; decree ordain enact v act out; represent or perform as if in a play reenact enactment n the passing of a law by a legislative body passage enactment n a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body act enactment n acting the part of a character on stage; dramatically representing the character by speech and action and gesture portrayal,characterization enamel n hard white substance covering the crown of a tooth enamel n a colored glassy compound (opaque or partially opaque) that is fused to the surface of metal or glass or pottery for decoration or protectio enamel n a paint that dries to a hard glossy finish enamel n any smooth glossy coating that resembles ceramic glaze enamel v coat, inlay, or surface with enamel enamor v attract; cause to be enamored capture,trance,catch,captivate,beguile,charm,fascinate,bewitch enamored adj marked by foolish or unreasoning fondness infatuated,potty,smitten encamp v live in or as if in a tent camp,bivouac,tent encampment n a site where people on holiday can pitch a tent campsite,campground,bivouac encampment n temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers camp,bivouac encampment n the act of encamping and living in tents in a camp camping,tenting encapsulate v enclose in a capsule or other small container encapsulate v put in a short or concise form; reduce in volume capsule encase v enclose in, or as if in, a case incase,case encased adj covered or protected with or as if with a case cased encephalitis n inflammation of the brain usually caused by a virus; symptoms include headache and neck pain and drowsiness and nausea and fever (`phrenitis phrenitis encephalopathy n any disorder or disease of the brain enchant v hold spellbound enrapture,transport,enthral,delight disenchant enchant v attract; cause to be enamored capture,trance,catch,enamor,captivate,beguile,charm,fascinate enchant v cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something hex,bewitch,glamour,witch,jinx enchanted adj influenced as by charms or incantations disenchanted enchanter n a sorcerer or magician enchanting adj capturing interest as if by a spell bewitching,captivating,fascinating enchantment n a feeling of great liking for something wonderful and unusual fascination enchantment n a psychological state induced by (or as if induced by) a magical incantation spell,trance enchantment n a magical spell enchantress n a woman who is considered to be dangerously seductive temptress,siren,delilah enchantress n a female sorcerer or magician witch enchilada n tortilla with meat filling baked in tomato sauce seasoned with chili encircle v form or draw a circle around circle encircle v bind with something round or circular gird encircled adj confined on all sides surrounded encirclement n a war measure that isolates some area of importance to the enemy blockade encircling adj being all around the edges; enclosing skirting enclave n an enclosed territory that is culturally distinct from the foreign territory that surrounds it enclose v enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering envelop,enfold,wrap enclose v close in confine enclose v surround completely enclose v place, fit, or thrust (something) into another thing insert,introduce enclosed adj closed in or surrounded or included within enclosing n the act of enclosing something inside something else enclosure,inclosure enclosure n a structure consisting of an area that has been enclosed for some purpose enclosure n the act of enclosing something inside something else enclosing,inclosure enclosure n a naturally enclosed space enclosure n something (usually a supporting document) that is enclosed in an envelope with a covering letter inclosure encode v convert information into code decode encoding n the activity of converting data or information into code encryption encomium n a formal expression of praise eulogy,paean,pean encompass v include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory embrace,comprehend,cover encompassing adj broad in scope or content blanket,broad,extensive,panoptic,wide encompassing adj closely encircling surrounding encore n an extra or repeated performance; usually given in response to audience demand encore v request an encore, from a performer encounter n a minor short-term fight brush,clash,skirmish encounter n a casual or unexpected convergence meeting encounter n a casual meeting with a person or thing encounter n a hostile disagreement face-to-face confrontation,showdown encounter v come together meet,see encounter v come upon, as if by accident; meet with find,happen,chance,bump encounter v be beset by encounter v experience as a reaction meet,receive encourage v contribute to the progress or growth of promote,advance,boost,further encourage v inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to discourage encourage v spur on encouraged adj inspired with confidence encouragement n the expression of approval and support discouragement encouragement n the act of giving hope or support to someone boost encouragement n the feeling of being encouraged encouraging adj giving courage or confidence or hope discouraging encouraging adj furnishing support and encouragement supporting encroach v advance beyond the usual limit infringe,impinge encroach v impinge or infringe upon impinge,entrench,trench encroaching adj gradually intrusive without right or permission invasive,trespassing encroachment n any entry into an area not previously occupied invasion,intrusion encroachment n entry to another's property without right or permission trespass,violation,intrusion,usurpation encroachment n influencing strongly impact encrust v cover or coat with a crust incrust encrust v decorate or cover lavishly (as with gems) incrust,beset encrust v form a crust or a hard layer incrust encrusted adj having a hardened crust as a covering crusted,crusty encrypt v convert ordinary language into code code,cipher,cypher,inscribe encryption n the activity of converting data or information into code encoding encumber v restrict (someone or something) so as to make free movement difficult restrain,cumber encumbered adj loaded to excess or impeded by a heavy load unencumbered encyclical n a letter from the pope sent to all Roman Catholic bishops throughout the world encyclical adj intended for wide distribution encyclopaedia n a reference work (often in several volumes) containing articles on various topics (often arranged in alphabetical order) dealing with the en encyclopedia encyclopedia n a reference work (often in several volumes) containing articles on various topics (often arranged in alphabetical order) dealing with the en encyclopaedia encyclopedic adj comprehensive in scope or content (as an encyclopedia) encyclopedist n a person who compiles information for encyclopedias end n either extremity of something that has length terminal end n the point in time at which something ends ending beginning,middle end n the final stage or concluding parts of an event or occurrence last end n the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it goal end v have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical stop,finish,terminate,cease begin end v bring to an end or halt terminate begin end v be the end of; be the last or concluding part of terminate end v put an end to endanger v pose a threat to; present a danger to jeopardize,menace,threaten,imperil,peril endanger v put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position queer,expose,scupper,peril endangered adj (of flora or fauna) in imminent danger of extinction endangerment n a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune hazard,jeopardy,peril,risk endear v make attractive or lovable endearing adj lovable especially in a childlike or naive way adorable,lovely endearment n the act of showing affection endeavor n a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness) enterprise,endeavour endeavor n earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something attempt,effort,endeavour,try endeavor v attempt by employing effort endeavour,strive endeavour n a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness) enterprise,endeavor endeavour n earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something attempt,effort,endeavor,try endeavour v attempt by employing effort endeavor,strive ended adj having come or been brought to a conclusion complete,concluded,over,terminated endemic n a disease that is constantly present to a greater or lesser degree in people of a certain class or in people living in a particular location endemic n a plant that is native to a certain limited area endemic adj of or relating to a disease (or anything resembling a disease) constantly present to greater or lesser extent in a particular locality epidemic endemic adj native to or confined to a certain region cosmopolitan endemic adj originating where it is found indigenous endgame n the final stages of an extended process of negotiation endgame n the final stages of a chess game after most of the pieces have been removed from the board endicott n born in England; in 1629 he became the founder of the Massachusetts Bay Colony (1588-1665) ending n the end of a word (a suffix or inflectional ending or final morpheme) termination ending n the act of ending something termination,conclusion ending n the point in time at which something ends end ending n event whose occurrence ends something conclusion,finish beginning endive n widely cultivated herb with leaves valued as salad green; either curly serrated leaves or broad flat ones that are usually blanched endive n variety of endive having leaves with irregular frilled edges endless adj tiresomely long; seemingly without end eternal,interminable endless adj infinitely great in number endless adj having no known beginning and presumably no end dateless endless adj having the ends united so as to form a continuous whole endlessly adv continuing forever without end infinitely endlessly adv with unflagging resolve ceaselessly,incessantly,continuously endlessly adv (spatial sense) seeming to have no bounds endlessly adv all the time; seemingly without stopping interminably endlessness n the property of being (or seeming to be) without end endocarp n the hard inner (usually woody) layer of the pericarp of some fruits (as peaches or plums or cherries or olives) that contains the seed stone,pit endocrine n the secretion of an endocrine gland that is transmitted by the blood to the tissue on which it has a specific effect hormone endocrine n any of the glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream endocrine adj of or belonging to endocrine glands or their secretions endocrinologist n physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the endocrine system endocrinology n the branch of medicine dealing with the endocrine glands and their secretions endogenous adj of or resembling an endogen endogenous adj derived or originating internally exogenous endolymph n the bodily fluid that fills the membranous labyrinth of the inner ear endometrial adj of or relating to the endometrium endomorph n a heavy person with a soft and rounded body endoparasite n any of various parasites that live in the internal organs of animals (especially intestinal worms) endorse v be behind; approve of back,support endorse v give support or one's approval to second,back endorse v guarantee as meeting a certain standard certify endorse v sign as evidence of legal transfer endorsement n a promotional statement (as found on the dust jackets of books) blurb endorsement n a speech seconding a motion second,secondment endorsement n formal and explicit approval sanction,countenance,warrant,imprimatur endorsement n a signature that validates something endorser n someone who expresses strong approval subscriber endorser n a person who transfers his ownership interest in something by signing a check or negotiable security endoscope n a long slender medical instrument for examining the interior of a bodily organ or performing minor surgery endoscopic adj of or relating to endoscopy endoscopy n visual examination of the interior of a hollow body organ by use of an endoscope endosperm n nutritive tissue surrounding the embryo within seeds of flowering plants endothelial adj of or relating to or located in the endothelium endothermic adj (of a chemical reaction or compound) occurring or formed with absorption of heat exothermic endow v give qualities or abilities to gift,empower,invest endow v furnish with an endowment dower endowed adj provided or supplied or equipped with (especially as by inheritance or nature) endowment n natural abilities or qualities gift,talent endowment n the capital that provides income for an institution endowment n the act of endowing with a permanent source of income endurance n the power to withstand hardship or stress endurance n a state of surviving; remaining alive survival endure v put up with something or somebody unpleasant digest,stomach,bear,stand,tolerate,support,brook,abide endure v face and withstand with courage weather,brave endure v continue to live and avoid dying survive,last,live,go endure v undergo or be subjected to suffer enduring adj lasting a long time abiding enduring adj patiently bearing continual wrongs or trouble enema n an injection of a liquid through the anus to stimulate evacuation; sometimes used for diagnostic purposes clyster enemy n an opposing military force enemy n an armed adversary (especially a member of an opposing military force) foe,opposition enemy n any hostile group of people enemy n a personal enemy foe energetic adj possessing or exerting or displaying energy lethargic energetic adj working hard to promote an enterprise industrious energetically adv in an energetic manner energize v cause to be alert and energetic stimulate,arouse,brace energize v raise to a higher energy level excite energizer n someone who imparts energy and vitality and spirit to other people animator energizer n a device that supplies electrical energy energizing n the activity of causing to have energy and be active activating,activation energizing adj supplying motive force kinetic energy n (physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs energy n forceful exertion vigor,vigour,zip energy n enterprising or ambitious drive push energy n an imaginative lively style (especially style of writing) vigor,vigour,vim enfeeble v make weak debilitate,drain enfold v enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering envelop,wrap,enclose enforce v ensure observance of laws and rules implement,apply exempt enforce v compel to behave in a certain way impose,constrain enforceable adj capable of being enforced unenforceable enforced adj forced or compelled or put in force implemented unenforced enforcement n the act of enforcing; ensuring observance of or obedience to enforcer n one whose job it is to execute unpleasant tasks for a superior enfranchise v grant freedom to; as from slavery or servitude enfranchise v grant voting rights disenfranchise enfranchised adj endowed with the rights of citizenship especially the right to vote disenfranchised engage v carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in prosecute,pursue engage v consume all of one's attention or time absorb,engross,occupy engage v engage or hire for work hire,employ engage v ask to represent; of legal counsel engaged adj having ones attention or mind or energy engaged occupied engaged adj involved in military hostilities engaged adj reserved in advance booked engaged adj (of facilities such as telephones or lavatories) unavailable for use by anyone else or indicating unavailability; (`engaged' is a British te busy engagement n a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war battle,conflict,fight engagement n a meeting arranged in advance date,appointment engagement n a mutual promise to marry betrothal,troth engagement n the act of giving someone a job employment engaging adj attracting or delighting piquant engels n socialist who wrote the Communist Manifesto with Karl Marx in 1848 (1820-1895) engender v call forth breed,spawn engender v make (offspring) by reproduction beget,get,father,mother,sire,generate engine n motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work engine n something used to achieve a purpose engine n a wheeled vehicle consisting of a self-propelled engine that is used to draw trains along railway tracks locomotive engine n an instrument or machine that is used in warfare, such as a battering ram, catapult, artillery piece, etc. engineer n a person who uses scientific knowledge to solve practical problems technologist engineer n the operator of a railway locomotive engineer v design as an engineer engineer v plan and direct (a complex undertaking) mastermind,direct,organize,orchestrate engineering n the practical application of technical and scientific knowledge to commerce or industry engineering n the discipline dealing with the art or science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems technology engineering n a room (as on a ship) in which the engine is located england n a division of the United Kingdom english n an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the comm english n the people of England english n the discipline that studies the English language and literature english n (sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist side english adj of or relating to or characteristic of England or its culture or people english adj of or relating to the English language englishman n a man who is a native or inhabitant of England englishwoman n a woman who is a native or inhabitant of England engraft v cause to grow together parts from different plants graft engraft v fix or set securely or deeply implant,embed,imbed,plant engram n a postulated biochemical change (presumably in neural tissue) that represents a memory engrave v carve, cut, or etch into a material or surface scratch,grave,inscribe engrave v impress or affect deeply engrave v carve or cut into a block used for printing or print from such a block etch engrave v carve or cut a design or letters into etch engraved adj cut or impressed into a surface etched,graven,incised,inscribed engraver n a skilled worker who can inscribe designs or writing onto a surface by carving or etching engraver n a printmaker who prints from an engraved printing plate engraving n a print made from an engraving engraving n a block or plate or other hard surface that has been engraved engraving n making engraved or etched plates and printing designs from them etching engross v devote (oneself) fully to steep,immerse,engulf,plunge,absorb engross v consume all of one's attention or time absorb,engage,occupy engrossed adj giving or marked by complete attention to captive,absorbed,intent,wrapped engrossed adj written formally in a large clear script, as a deed or other legal document engrossing adj capable of arousing and holding the attention absorbing,fascinating,gripping,riveting engrossment n complete attention; intense mental effort concentration,absorption,immersion engrossment n the mental state of being preoccupied by something preoccupation,absorption engrossment n the quality of being intent and concentrated engulf v devote (oneself) fully to steep,immerse,plunge,engross,absorb engulf v flow over or cover completely enhance v increase heighten,raise enhance v make better or more attractive enhanced adj increased or intensified in value or beauty or quality enhancement n an improvement that makes something more agreeable sweetening enhancer n anything that serves by contrast to call attention to another thing's good qualities foil enid n a town in north central Oklahoma enigma n something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained mystery,secret enigma n a difficult problem riddle,conundrum enigmatic adj not clear to the understanding puzzling enigmatic adj resembling an oracle in obscurity of thought enigmatically adv in a cryptic manner mysteriously enjoin v issue an injunction enjoin v give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority order,tell,say enjoining n (law) a judicial remedy issued in order to prohibit a party from doing or continuing to do a certain activity injunction enjoy v derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in bask,relish,savor,savour enjoy v have benefit from enjoy v get pleasure from love enjoy v have for one's benefit suffer enjoyable adj affording satisfaction or pleasure gratifying,pleasurable enjoyably adv in an enjoyable manner pleasantly enjoyment n the pleasure felt when having a good time enjoyment n act of receiving pleasure from something enjoyment n (law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property use enlarge v make larger enlarge v make large magnify enlarge v become larger or bigger enlarge v add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing elaborate,exposit,expand,expound,dilate enlarged adj (of an organ or body part) excessively enlarged as a result of increased size in the constituent cells enlarged adj as of a photograph; made larger enlarged adj larger than normal enlarged adj enlarged to an abnormal degree exaggerated,magnified enlargement n the act of increasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope expansion enlargement n the state of being enlarged enlargement n a discussion that provides additional information expansion,elaboration enlargement n a photographic print that has been enlarged blowup,magnification enlarger n photographic equipment consisting of an optical projector used to enlarge a photograph enlighten v make understand edify enlighten v give spiritual insight to; in religion irradiate enlighten v make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear clear,crystallize,illuminate,elucidate enlightened n people who have been introduced to the mysteries of some field or activity initiate enlightened adj having knowledge and spiritual insight unenlightened enlightened adj characterized by full comprehension of the problem involved educated enlightening adj tending to increase knowledge or dissipate ignorance informative,illuminating enlightening adj enlightening or uplifting so as to encourage intellectual or moral improvement edifying enlightenment n education that results in understanding and the spread of knowledge enlightenment n (Hinduism and Buddhism) the beatitude that transcends the cycle of reincarnation; characterized by the extinction of desire and suffering an nirvana enlightenment n a movement in Europe from about 1650 until 1800 that advocated the use of reason and individualism instead of tradition and established doct enlist v join the military enlist v hire for work or assistance engage enlist v engage somebody to enter the army draft discharge enlisting n the act of getting recruits; enlisting people for the army (or for a job or a cause etc.) recruitment enlistment n a period of time spent in military service hitch,tour enlistment n the act of enlisting (as in a military service) enliven v heighten or intensify inspire,animate,invigorate,exalt enliven v make lively liven,invigorate,animate deaden enlivened adj made sprightly or cheerful enlivened adj made lively or spirited spirited enlivening adj giving spirit and vivacity animating enmesh v entangle or catch in (or as if in) a mesh mesh,ensnarl enmeshed adj caught as if in a mesh enmity n a state of deep-seated ill-will hostility,antagonism enmity n the feeling of a hostile person hostility ennoble v confer dignity or honor upon dignify ennoble v give a title to someone; make someone a member of the nobility gentle,entitle ennobling adj investing with dignity or honor ennobling adj tending to exalt exalting ennui n the feeling of being bored by something tedious boredom,tedium enormity n the quality of being outrageous outrageousness enormity n vastness of size or extent enormity n the quality of extreme wickedness enormity n an act of extreme wickedness enormous adj extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree tremendous enormously adv extremely tremendously,hugely,staggeringly enough n an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose sufficiency enough adj sufficient for the purpose adequate enough adv as much as necessary plenty enquire v address a question to and expect an answer from ask,inquire enquire v conduct an inquiry or investigation of investigate,inquire enquire v have a wish or desire to know something wonder,inquire enquirer n someone who asks a question inquirer,questioner,asker enquiry n an instance of questioning question,inquiry,query,interrogation enquiry n a search for knowledge inquiry,research enquiry n a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest inquiry enrage v put into a rage; make violently angry enraged adj marked by extreme anger angered,furious,infuriated enrapture v hold spellbound enchant,transport,enthral,delight enraptured adj feeling great rapture or delight ecstatic,rapturous,rapt,rhapsodic enrich v make better or improve in quality deprive enrich v make wealthy or richer impoverish enrichment n act of making fuller or more meaningful or rewarding enrichment n a gift that significantly increases the recipient's wealth enroll v register formally as a participant or member inscribe,enter,recruit enrollee n a person who enrolls in (or is enrolled in) a class or course of study enrollment n the act of enrolling registration enrollment n the body of people (such as students) who register or enroll at the same time registration ensconce v fix firmly settle ensemble n a group of musicians playing or singing together ensemble n a cast other than the principals ensemble n the chorus of a ballet company ensemble n an assemblage of parts or details (as in a work of art) considered as forming a whole ensete n Old World tropical herbs: Abyssinian bananas enshrine v enclose in a shrine shrine enshrine v hold sacred saint enshroud v cover as if with a shroud shroud,hide,cover ensign n a person who holds a commissioned rank in the United States Navy or the United States Coast Guard; below lieutenant junior grade ensign n an emblem flown as a symbol of nationality ensign n colors flown by a ship to show its nationality enslave v make a slave of; bring into servitude enslavement n the state of being a slave captivity enslavement n the act of making slaves of your captives ensnare v take or catch as if in a snare or trap entrap,frame ensnare v catch in or as if in a trap trap,entrap,snare,trammel ensnarl v entangle or catch in (or as if in) a mesh enmesh,mesh ensue v issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end result ensuing adj following immediately and as a result of what went before ensure v make certain of guarantee,insure,assure,secure ensure v be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something see,check,insure,control,ascertain,assure entail n land received by fee tail entail n the act of entailing property; the creation of a fee tail from a fee simple entail v have as a logical consequence imply,mean entail v impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result implicate entail v limit the inheritance of property to a specific class of heirs entailment n something that is inferred (deduced or entailed or implied) deduction,implication entangle v entrap mire entangle v twist together or entwine into a confusing mass tangle,mat,snarl disentangle entangled adj deeply involved especially in something complicated embroiled entangled adj twisted together in a tangled mass entangled adj involved in difficulties entanglement n an intricate trap that entangles or ensnares its victim web enter v to come or go into exit enter v become a participant; be involved in participate enter v register formally as a participant or member enroll,inscribe,recruit enter v be or play a part of or in figure enteric adj of or relating to the enteron enteric adj of or relating to or inside the intestines intestinal entering n a movement into or inward entrance entering n the act of entering entrance,entry,incoming enterprise n a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness) endeavor,endeavour enterprise n an organization created for business ventures enterprise n readiness to embark on bold new ventures initiative enterprising adj marked by imagination, initiative, and readiness to undertake new projects entertain v provide entertainment for entertain v take into consideration, have in view entertain v maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) harbor,harbour,hold,nurse entertained adj pleasantly occupied amused,diverted entertainer n a person who tries to please or amuse entertaining adj agreeably diverting entertainment n an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention amusement enthral v hold spellbound enchant,enrapture,transport,delight enthralled adj filled with wonder and delight beguiled,captivated,charmed,delighted,entranced enthuse v cause to feel enthusiasm enthuse v utter with enthusiasm enthusiasm n a feeling of excitement enthusiasm n overflowing with eager enjoyment or approval exuberance,ebullience enthusiasm n a lively interest enthusiast n an ardent and enthusiastic supporter of some person or activity partisan enthusiast n a person having a strong liking for something fancier enthusiastic adj having or showing great excitement and interest unenthusiastic enthusiastically adv with enthusiasm; in an enthusiastic manner enthusiastically adv in a lavish or enthusiastic manner entice v provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion lure,tempt enticement n something that seduces or has the quality to seduce temptation enticement n qualities that attract by seeming to promise some kind of reward lure enticement n the act of influencing by exciting hope or desire temptation enticing adj highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire alluring,beguiling,tempting entire n uncastrated adult male horse stallion entire adj constituting the full quantity or extent; complete full,total entire adj constituting the undiminished entirety; lacking nothing essential especially not damaged integral,intact entire adj (of leaves or petals) having a smooth edge; not broken up into teeth or lobes entire adj (used of domestic animals) sexually competent intact entirely adv to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') wholly,completely,totally,all,altogether,whole,right entirely adv without any others being included or involved exclusively,solely,alone,only entirety n the state of being total and complete totality entitle v give the right to entitle v give a title to title entitle v give a title to someone; make someone a member of the nobility ennoble,gentle entitled adj qualified for by right according to law entitlement n right granted by law or contract (especially a right to benefits) entity n that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving) entomb v place in a grave or tomb bury,inter entombment n the ritual placing of a corpse in a grave burial entomologist n a zoologist who studies insects entomology n the branch of zoology that studies insects entourage n the group following and attending to some important person cortege,retinue,suite entrails n internal organs collectively (especially those in the abdominal cavity) innards entrance n something that provides access (to get in or get out) entryway,entry,entree entrance n a movement into or inward entering entrance n the act of entering entering,entry,incoming entrance v attract; cause to be enamored capture,trance,catch,enamor,captivate,beguile,charm,fascinate entrance v put into a trance entranced adj filled with wonder and delight beguiled,captivated,charmed,delighted,enthralled entrant n a commodity that enters competition with established merchandise entrant n any new participant in some activity newcomer,fledgling,starter,neophyte,freshman,newbie entrant n someone who enters entrant n one who enters a competition entrap v take or catch as if in a snare or trap ensnare,frame entrap v catch in or as if in a trap trap,snare,ensnare,trammel entrapment n a defense that claims the defendant would not have broken the law if not tricked into doing it by law enforcement officials entreat v ask for or request earnestly bid,beseech,adjure,press,conjure entreaty n earnest or urgent request prayer,appeal entree n the principal dish of a meal entree n the right to enter access,accession,admission,admittance entree n something that provides access (to get in or get out) entrance,entryway,entry entree n an entrance, especially a theatrical entrance onto a stage or as if onto a stage entremets n a dish that is served with, but is subordinate to, a main course entrench v fix firmly or securely entrench v impinge or infringe upon impinge,encroach,trench entrench v occupy a trench or secured area entrenched adj dug in entrenched adj established firmly and securely entrenchment n an entrenched fortification; a position protected by trenches entrepreneur n someone who organizes a business venture and assumes the risk for it entrepreneurial adj of or relating to an entrepreneur entrepreneurial adj willing to take risks in order to make a profit entropy n (communication theory) a numerical measure of the uncertainty of an outcome information entropy n (thermodynamics) a thermodynamic quantity representing the amount of energy in a system that is no longer available for doing mechanical wor randomness,s entrust v confer a trust upon trust,confide,commit entrust v put into the care or protection of someone leave entry n an item inserted in a written record entry n the act of beginning something new introduction,debut,launching,unveiling entry n a written record of a commercial transaction entry n something (manuscripts or architectural plans and models or estimates or works of art of all genres etc.) submitted for the judgment of othe submission entryway n something that provides access (to get in or get out) entrance,entry,entree entwine v tie or link together knit entwine v spin, wind, or twist together intertwine,twine,interlace,lace enumerate v specify individually recite,itemize enumerate v determine the number or amount of count,number,numerate enumeration n a numbered list numbering enumeration n the act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order count,counting,reckoning,tally enunciate v speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way pronounce,articulate,say enunciate v express or state clearly articulate,vocalize,vocalise envelop v enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering enfold,wrap,enclose envelope n a flat (usually rectangular) container for a letter, thin package, etc. envelope n any wrapper or covering envelope n a curve that is tangent to each of a family of curves envelope n a natural covering (as by a fluid) enveloping adj surrounding and closing in on or hemming in enviable adj causing envy envious adj showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages covetous,jealous enviously adv with jealousy; in an envious manner jealously environment n the totality of surrounding conditions environment n the area in which something exists or lives environs,surroundings,surround environmental adj of or relating to the external conditions or surroundings environmental adj concerned with the ecological effects of altering the environment environmentalism n the philosophical doctrine that environment is more important than heredity in determining intellectual growth environmentalism n the activity of protecting the environment from pollution or destruction environmentalist n someone who works to protect the environment from destruction or pollution conservationist environmentally adv for the environment environs n the area in which something exists or lives environment,surroundings,surround environs n an outer adjacent area of any place envisage v form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case imagine,ideate envision v imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind visualize,project,fancy,see,figure,picture,image envision v picture to oneself; imagine possible foresee envisioned adj seen in the mind as a mental image pictured,visualized envisioning n visual imagery picturing envoy n a diplomat having less authority than an ambassador envoy n someone sent on a mission to represent the interests of someone else emissary envoy n a brief stanza concluding certain forms of poetry envy n a feeling of grudging admiration and desire to have something that is possessed by another envy n spite and resentment at seeing the success of another (personified as one of the deadly sins) envy v feel envious towards; admire enviously envy v be envious of; set one's heart on begrudge enzymatic adj of or relating to or produced by an enzyme enzyme n any of several complex proteins that are produced by cells and act as catalysts in specific biochemical reactions eocene n from 58 million to 40 million years ago; presence of modern mammals eohippus n earliest horse; extinct primitive dog-sized four-toed Eocene animal eon n the longest division of geological time eon n an immeasurably long period of time eon n (Gnosticism) a divine power or nature emanating from the Supreme Being and playing various roles in the operation of the universe eosinophilia n a symptom of allergic states; increased eosinophils in the blood eosinophilic adj of or relating to eosinophil epa n an independent federal agency established to coordinate programs aimed at reducing pollution and protecting the environment ephedrine n white odorless powdered or crystalline alkaloid from plants of the genus Ephedra (especially Ephedra sinica) or made synthetically; used as ephemeral n anything short-lived, as an insect that lives only for a day in its winged form ephemeral adj lasting a very short time passing,transient,transitory ephesians n a New Testament book containing the epistle from Saint Paul to the Ephesians which explains the divine plan for the world and the consummati epic n a long narrative poem telling of a hero's deeds epic adj very imposing or impressive; surpassing the ordinary (especially in size or scale) heroic epic adj constituting or having to do with or suggestive of a literary epic epicenter n the point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus of an earthquake epicentre epicentre n the point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus of an earthquake epicenter epicure n a person devoted to refined sensuous enjoyment (especially good food and drink) gourmet,epicurean,foodie epicurean n a person devoted to refined sensuous enjoyment (especially good food and drink) epicure,gourmet,foodie epicurean adj of Epicurus or epicureanism epicurean adj devoted to pleasure hedonic,hedonistic epicurean adj displaying luxury and furnishing gratification to the senses luxurious,luxuriant,voluptuous epidemic n a widespread outbreak of an infectious disease; many people are infected at the same time epidemic adj (especially of medicine) of disease or anything resembling a disease; attacking or affecting many individuals in a community or a population endemic epidemiological adj of or relating to epidemiology epidemiologist n a medical scientist who studies the transmission and control of epidemic diseases epidemiology n the branch of medical science dealing with the transmission and control of disease epidermal adj of or relating to a cuticle or cuticula dermal epidermis n the outer layer of the skin covering the exterior body surface of vertebrates cuticle epidural n regional anesthesia resulting from injection of an anesthetic into the epidural space of the spinal cord; sensation is lost in the abdominal epidural adj on or outside the dura mater epigram n a witty saying quip epigrammatic adj terse and witty and like a maxim epilepsy n a disorder of the central nervous system characterized by loss of consciousness and convulsions epileptic n a person who has epilepsy epileptic adj of or relating to or characteristic of epilepsy epilogue n a short speech (often in verse) addressed directly to the audience by an actor at the end of a play epilogue n a short passage added at the end of a literary work epinephrine n a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action adrenaline,adrenalin epiphany n a divine manifestation epiphany n twelve days after Christmas; celebrates the visit of the three wise men to the infant Jesus episcopal adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of the Episcopal church episcopalian episcopal adj denoting or governed by or relating to a bishop or bishops pontifical episcopalian n a member of the Episcopal church episcopalian adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of the Episcopal church episcopal episode n a happening that is distinctive in a series of related events episode n a brief section of a literary or dramatic work that forms part of a connected series episode n a part of a broadcast serial installment,instalment episode n film consisting of a succession of related shots that develop a given subject in a movie sequence episodic adj of writing or narration; divided into or composed of episodes episodic adj occurring or appearing at usually irregular intervals occasional episodic adj limited in duration to a single episode epistemic adj of or relating to epistemology epistemological epistemological adj of or relating to epistemology epistemic epistemology n the philosophical theory of knowledge epistle n a specially long, formal letter epistle n a book of the New Testament written in the form of a letter from an Apostle epistolary adj written in the form of or carried on by letters or correspondence epitaph n an inscription on a tombstone or monument in memory of the person buried there epitaph n a summary statement of commemoration for a dead person epithelial adj of or belonging to the epithelium epithelium n membranous tissue covering internal organs and other internal surfaces of the body epithet n a defamatory or abusive word or phrase name epithet n descriptive word or phrase epitome n a standard or typical example prototype,paradigm,image epitome n a brief abstract (as of an article or book) epitomize v embody the essential characteristics of or be a typical example of typify epoch n a period marked by distinctive character or reckoned from a fixed point or event era epoch n (astronomy) an arbitrarily fixed date that is the point in time relative to which information (as coordinates of a celestial body) is record epoch n a unit of geological time that is a subdivision of a period and is itself divided into ages epochal adj highly significant or important especially bringing about or marking the beginning of a new development or era eponymous adj being or relating to or bearing the name of an eponym eponymy n the derivation of a general name from that of a famous person epoxy n a thermosetting resin; used chiefly in strong adhesives and coatings and laminates epoxy v glue with epoxy epsilon n the 5th letter of the Greek alphabet epstein n British sculptor (born in the United States) noted for busts and large controversial works (1880-1959) equable adj not varying equable adj not easily irritated placid equal n a person who is of equal standing with another in a group peer,match,compeer equal v be identical or equivalent to be differ equal v be equal to in quality or ability touch,rival,match equal v make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching match,equalize,equate equal adj having the same quantity, value, or measure as another unequal equal adj having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task adequate equality n the quality of being the same in quantity or measure or value or status inequality equality n a state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced equivalence,equation,par equalization n the act of making equal or uniform leveling equalize v compensate; make the score equal equalize v make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching equal,match,equate equalizer n electronic equipment that reduces frequency distortion equalizer n a weight that balances another weight counterweight,counterbalance,counterpoise,balance equalizer n a score that makes the match even equally adv to the same degree (often followed by `as') as equally adv in equal amounts or shares; in a balanced or impartial way evenly equanimity n steadiness of mind under stress composure,calm,calmness equate v consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous compare,liken equate v be equivalent or parallel, in mathematics correspond equate v make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching equal,match,equalize equating n the act of regarding as equal equation equation n a mathematical statement that two expressions are equal equation n a state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced equality,equivalence,par equation n the act of regarding as equal equating equator n an imaginary line around the Earth forming the great circle that is equidistant from the north and south poles equator n a circle dividing a sphere or other surface into two usually equal and symmetrical parts equatorial n a telescope whose mounting has only two axes of motion, one parallel to the Earth's axis and the other one at right angles to it equatorial adj of or relating to or at an equator equatorial adj of or relating to conditions at the geographical equator equatorial adj of or existing at or near the geographic equator polar equestrian n a man skilled in equitation horseman equestrian adj of or relating to or composed of knights equestrian adj of or relating to or featuring horseback riding equiangular adj having all angles equal equilibrium n a stable situation in which forces cancel one another disequilibrium equilibrium n a chemical reaction and its reverse proceed at equal rates equilibrium n equality of distribution balance,counterbalance equilibrium n a sensory system located in structures of the inner ear that registers the orientation of the head equine n hoofed mammals having slender legs and a flat coat with a narrow mane along the back of the neck equine adj resembling a horse equine adj of or belonging to the family Equidae equinox n either of two times of the year when the sun crosses the plane of the earth's equator and day and night are of equal length equinox n (astronomy) either of the two celestial points at which the celestial equator intersects the ecliptic equip v provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose fit,outfit equip v provide with abilities or understanding equipment n an instrumentality needed for an undertaking or to perform a service equipped adj provided or fitted out with what is necessary or useful or appropriate equipped adj provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority) furnished equipped adj prepared with proper equipment equipped adj carrying weapons equipping n the act of equiping with weapons in preparation for war arming,armament equitable adj fair to all parties as dictated by reason and conscience just inequitable equitably adv in an equitable manner equitation n the sport of sitting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements riding equity n the difference between the market value of a property and the claims held against it equity n the ownership interest of shareholders in a corporation equity n conformity with rules or standards fairness inequity equivalence n a state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced equality,equation,par equivalence n essential equality and interchangeability equivalence n qualities that are comparable comparison,compare,comparability equivalent n a person or thing equal to another in value or measure or force or effect or significance etc equivalent n the atomic weight of an element that has the same combining capacity as a given weight of another element; the standard is 8 for oxygen equivalent adj being essentially equal to something tantamount equivocal adj open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead ambiguous unequivocal equivocal adj open to question equivocal adj uncertain as a sign or indication equivocate v be deliberately ambiguous or unclear in order to mislead or withhold information prevaricate,palter equivocation n a statement that is not literally false but that cleverly avoids an unpleasant truth evasion equivocation n intentionally vague or ambiguous prevarication equivocation n falsification by means of vague or ambiguous language equus n type genus of the Equidae: only surviving genus of the family Equidae er n a trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; occurs with yttrium er n a room in a hospital or clinic staffed and equipped to provide emergency care to persons requiring immediate medical treatment era n a period marked by distinctive character or reckoned from a fixed point or event epoch era n a major division of geological time; an era is usually divided into two or more periods era n (baseball) a measure of a pitcher's effectiveness; calculated as the average number of earned runs allowed by the pitcher for every nine inn eradicable adj able to be eradicated or rooted out ineradicable eradicate v kill in large numbers eliminate,annihilate,extinguish,decimate eradicate v destroy completely, as if down to the roots uproot,extirpate,exterminate eradication n the complete destruction of every trace of something obliteration erasable adj capable of being effaced erase v remove from memory or existence erase v remove by or as if by rubbing or erasing efface erase v wipe out digitally or magnetically recorded information delete record eraser n an implement used to erase something erasmus n Dutch humanist and theologian who was the leading Renaissance scholar of northern Europe; although his criticisms of the Roman Catholic Chur erasure n a correction made by erasing erasure n a surface area where something has been erased erasure n deletion by an act of expunging or erasing erebus n (Greek mythology) Greek god of darkness who dwelt in the underworld; son of Chaos; brother of Nox; father of Aether and Day erect v construct, build, or erect raise,rear erect v cause to rise up rear erect adj upright in position or posture vertical,upright erect adj of sexual organs; stiff and rigid erectile adj capable of being raised to an upright position erectile adj filled with vascular sinuses and capable of becoming distended and rigid as the result of being filled with blood cavernous erecting n the act of building or putting up erection erection n an erect penis erection n a structure that has been erected erection n the act of building or putting up erecting eremite n a Christian recluse erg n a cgs unit of work or energy; the work done by a force of one dyne acting over a distance of one centimeter ergo adv (used as a sentence connector) therefore or consequently ergodic adj positive recurrent aperiodic state of stochastic systems; tending in probability to a limiting form that is independent of the initial condi ergometer n measuring instrument designed to measure power dynamometer ergot n a plant disease caused by the ergot fungus ergot n a fungus that infects various cereal plants forming compact black masses of branching filaments that replace many grains of the plant; sourc ergotism n poisoning by ingestion of ergot-infected grain products; characterized by thirst and diarrhea and nausea and cramping and vomiting and abnor erica n any plant of the genus Erica eridanus n a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Fornax and Cetus erie n a member of an Iroquoian people formerly living on the south shore of Lake Erie in northern Ohio and northwest Pennsylvania and western New erie n the 4th largest of the Great Lakes; it is linked to the Hudson River by the New York State Barge Canal erie n a port city on Lake Erie in northwestern Pennsylvania erin n an early name of Ireland that is now used in poetry erinyes n (classical mythology) the hideous snake-haired monsters (usually three in number) who pursued unpunished criminals fury eritrean n a native or inhabitant of Eritrea eritrean adj of or relating to or characteristic of Eritrea or its people ermine n the expensive white fur of the ermine ermine n mustelid of northern hemisphere in its white winter coat ern n bulky greyish-brown eagle with a short wedge-shaped white tail; of Europe and Greenland erne erne n bulky greyish-brown eagle with a short wedge-shaped white tail; of Europe and Greenland ern ernst n painter (born in Germany, resident of France and the United States) who was a cofounder of dadaism; developed the technique of collage (1891 erode v become ground down or deteriorate gnaw erode v remove soil or rock fret eroded adj worn away as by water or ice or wind scoured eroding n (geology) the mechanical process of wearing or grinding something down (as by particles washing over it) erosion,wearing erogenous adj sensitive to sexual stimulation eros n (Greek mythology) god of love; son of Aphrodite; identified with Roman Cupid eros n a desire for sexual intimacy erosion n (geology) the mechanical process of wearing or grinding something down (as by particles washing over it) 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mechanical device that regulates movement escapism n an inclination to retreat from unpleasant realities through diversion or fantasy escape escargot n edible terrestrial snail usually served in the shell with a sauce of melted butter and garlic snail escarpment n a long steep slope or cliff at the edge of a plateau or ridge; usually formed by erosion scarp escarpment n a steep artificial slope in front of a fortification scarp eschatological adj of or relating to or dealing with or regarding the ultimate destiny of mankind and the world eschew v avoid and stay away from deliberately; stay clear of shun escort n someone who escorts and protects a prominent person bodyguard escort n the act of accompanying someone or something in order to protect them accompaniment escort n an attendant who is employed to accompany someone escort n a participant in a date date escort v accompany as an escort escort v accompany or escort see escrow n a written agreement (or property or money) delivered 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ranking just below a knight; placed after the name essay n an analytic or interpretive literary composition essay n a tentative attempt essay v make an effort or attempt try,seek,attempt,assay essay v put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to test,prove,try,examine essayist n a writer of literary works essen n a city in western Germany; industrial center of the Ruhr essence n the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience kernel,substance,core,center,centre,gist,heart,marrow essence n any substance possessing to a high degree the predominant properties of a plant or drug or other natural product from which it is extracted essence n the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work effect,burden,core,gist essence n a toiletry that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor perfume essential n anything indispensable necessity,requirement,requisite,necessary essential adj absolutely necessary; vitally necessary indispensable essential adj basic and fundamental essential adj of the greatest importance crucial essential adj being or relating to or containing the essence of a plant etc essentially adv in essence; at bottom or by one's (or its) very nature basically,fundamentally essex n a county in southeastern England on the North Sea and the Thames estuary est n standard time in the 5th time zone west of Greenwich, reckoned at the 75th meridian; used in the eastern United States establish v set up or found found,launch abolish establish v set up or lay the groundwork for found,plant,constitute,institute establish v establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment prove,demonstrate,show establish v institute, enact, or establish make established adj brought about or set up or accepted; especially long established constituted established adj settled securely and unconditionally accomplished,effected established adj conforming with accepted standards conventional established adj shown to 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estimation,approximation,idea estimate n a judgment of the qualities of something or somebody estimation estimate n a document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation) appraisal,estimation estimate n a statement indicating the likely cost of some job estimate v judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) gauge,approximate,guess,judge estimate v judge to be probable calculate,reckon,figure,forecast estimation n a document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation) appraisal,estimate estimation n the respect with which a person is held estimate estimation n an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth estimate,approximation,idea estimation n a judgment of the qualities of something or somebody estimate estimator n an expert at calculation (or at operating calculating machines) calculator,reckoner,computer estonia n a republic in northeastern Europe on the Baltic Sea estonian n the official language of Estonia; belongs to the Baltic-Finnic family of languages estonian adj of or pertaining to Estonia or the people or culture of Estonia estrange v remove from customary environment or associations estrange v arouse hostility or indifference in where there had formerly been love, affection, or friendliness alienate,disaffect estranged adj caused to be unloved alienated estrangement n separation resulting from hostility alienation estrangement n the feeling of being alienated from other people alienation,disaffection estrogen n a general term for female steroid sex hormones that are secreted by the ovary and responsible for typical female sexual characteristics estrous adj (of lower mammals) showing or in a state of estrus; in heat estuary n the wide part of a river where it nears the sea; fresh and salt water mix eta n a terrorist organization organized in 1959 by student activists who were dissatisfied with the moderate nationalism of the traditional Basqu eta n the 7th letter of the Greek alphabet etcetera n additional unspecified odds and ends; more of the same etcetera adv continuing in the same way etch v make an etching of etch v cause to stand out or be clearly defined or visible etch v carve or cut into a block used for printing or print from such a block engrave etch v carve or cut a design or letters into engrave etched adj cut or impressed into a surface engraved,graven,incised,inscribed etching n an impression made from an etched plate etching n an etched plate made with the use of acid etching n making engraved or etched plates and printing designs from them engraving eternal adj continuing forever or indefinitely ageless,everlasting,perpetual,unending,unceasing eternal adj tiresomely long; seemingly without end endless,interminable eternally adv for a limitless time forever,evermore eternity n time without end infinity eternity n a state of eternal existence believed in some religions to characterize the afterlife timelessness eternity n a seemingly endless time interval (waiting) ethane n a colorless odorless alkane gas used as fuel ethanol n the intoxicating agent in fermented and distilled liquors; used pure or denatured as a solvent or in medicines and colognes and cleaning sol ethelred n king of the English who succeeded to the throne after his half-brother Edward the Martyr was murdered; he struggled unsuccessfully against t ethelred n king of Wessex and Kent and elder brother of Alfred; Alfred joined Ethelred's battle against the invading Danes and succeeded him on his dea ethene n a flammable colorless gaseous alkene; obtained from petroleum and natural gas and used in manufacturing many other chemicals; sometimes used ethylene ether n the fifth and highest element after air and earth and fire and water; was believed to be the substance composing all heavenly bodies quintessence ether n any of a class of organic compounds that have two hydrocarbon groups linked by an oxygen atom ether n a medium that was once supposed to fill all space and to support the propagation of electromagnetic waves aether ether n a colorless volatile highly flammable liquid formerly used as an inhalation anesthetic ethereal adj characterized by lightness and insubstantiality; as impalpable or intangible as air aerial,airy ethereal adj of or containing or dissolved in ether ethereal adj of heaven or the spirit celestial,supernal ethereal adj characterized by unusual lightness and delicacy gossamer ethic n the principles of right and wrong that are accepted by an individual or a social group ethic n a system of principles governing morality and acceptable conduct ethical adj of or relating to the philosophical study of ethics ethical adj conforming to accepted standards of social or professional behavior unethical ethical adj adhering to ethical and moral principles honorable,honourable ethically adv in an ethical manner; from an ethical point of view; according to ethics unethically ethicist n a philosopher who specializes in ethics ethics n motivation based on ideas of right and wrong morals,morality ethics n the philosophical study of moral values and rules ethiopia n Ethiopia is a republic in northeastern Africa on the Red Sea; formerly called Abyssinia ethiopian n a native or inhabitant of Ethiopia ethiopian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Ethiopia or its people or languages ethnic n a person who is a member of an ethnic group ethnic adj denoting or deriving from or distinctive of the ways of living built up by a group of people cultural,ethnical ethnic adj not acknowledging the God of Christianity and Judaism and Islam heathen,pagan ethnical adj denoting or deriving from or distinctive of the ways of living built up by a group of people cultural,ethnic ethnically adv with respect to ethnicity ethnicity n an ethnic quality or affiliation resulting from racial or cultural ties ethnocentric adj centered on a specific ethnic group, usually one's own ethnocentrism n belief in the superiority of one's own ethnic group ethnographic adj of or relating to ethnography ethnology n the branch of anthropology that deals with the division of humankind into races and with their origins and distribution and distinctive char ethnos n people of the same race or nationality who share a distinctive culture ethology n the branch of zoology that studies the behavior of animals in their natural habitats ethos n (anthropology) the distinctive spirit of a culture or an era ethyl n the univalent hydrocarbon radical C2H5 derived from ethane by the removal of one hydrogen atom ethylene n a flammable colorless gaseous alkene; obtained from petroleum and natural gas and used in manufacturing many other chemicals; sometimes used ethene etiology n the cause of a disease etiology n the philosophical study of causation etiquette n rules governing socially acceptable behavior etna n an inactive volcano in Sicily; last erupted in 1961; the highest volcano in Europe (10,500 feet) etna n a gas burner used in laboratories; has an air valve to regulate the mixture of gas and air bunsen etonian n a student enrolled in (or graduated from) Eton College etruscan n a native or inhabitant of ancient Etruria; the Etruscans influenced the Romans (who had suppressed them by about 200 BC) etymological adj based on or belonging to etymology etymology n a history of a word etymology n the study of the sources and development of words eu n a bivalent and trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group europium eu n an international organization of European countries formed after World War II to reduce trade barriers and increase cooperation among its me europe eucalyptus n wood of any of various eucalyptus trees valued as timber eucalyptus n a tree of the genus Eucalyptus eucharist n a Christian sacrament commemorating the Last Supper by consecrating bread and wine liturgy euchre n a card game similar to ecarte; each player is dealt 5 cards and the player making trump must take 3 tricks to win a hand euclid n Greek geometer (3rd century BC) eugene n Austrian general in the service of the Holy Roman Empire during the War of the Spanish Succession (1663-1736) eugene n a city in western Oregon on the Willamette River; site of a university eugenia n tropical trees and shrubs with aromatic leaves and often valuable hard wood eugenic adj pertaining to or causing improvement in the offspring produced eugenics n the study of methods of improving genetic qualities by selective breeding (especially as applied to human mating) eulogize v praise formally and eloquently eulogy n a formal expression of praise for someone who has died recently eulogy n a formal expression of praise encomium,paean,pean eunuch n a man who has been castrated and is incapable of reproduction castrate euphemism n an inoffensive or indirect expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive or too harsh euphemistic adj of or the nature of euphemism euphemistically adv in a euphemistic manner euphony n any agreeable (pleasing and harmonious) sounds music euphoria n a feeling of great (usually exaggerated) elation euphory euphoric adj exaggerated feeling of well-being or elation dysphoric euphory n a feeling of great (usually exaggerated) elation euphoria euphrates n a river in southwestern Asia; flows into the Persian Gulf; was important in the development of several great civilizations in ancient Mesopo eurafrican n a person of mixed European and African descent eurafrican adj relating to or coming from Europe and Africa eurasian n a person of mixed European and Asian descent eurasian adj relating to, or coming from, Europe and Asia eureka n an alloy of copper and nickel with high electrical resistance and a low temperature coefficient; used as resistance wire eureka n a town in northwest California on an arm of the Pacific Ocean euro n the basic monetary unit of most members of the European Union (introduced in 1999); in 2002 twelve European nations (Germany, France, Belgiu europa n the 4th largest of Jupiter's satellites; covered with a smooth shell of frozen water europan n an artificial language proposed as an auxiliary European language europe n the 2nd smallest continent (actually a vast peninsula of Eurasia); the British use `Europe' to refer to all of the continent except the Brit europe n an international organization of European countries formed after World War II to reduce trade barriers and increase cooperation among its me eu europe n the nations of the European continent collectively european n a native or inhabitant of Europe european adj of or relating to or characteristic of Europe or the people of Europe europium n a bivalent and trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group eu eurydice n (Greek mythology) the wife of Orpheus euthanasia n the act of killing someone painlessly (especially someone suffering from an incurable illness) ev n a unit of energy equal to the work done by an electron accelerated through a potential difference of 1 volt evacuate v move out of an unsafe location into safety evacuate v empty completely evacuate v move people from their homes or country evacuate v create a vacuum in (a bulb, flask, reaction vessel) evacuation n the act of removing the contents of something emptying evacuation n the act of evacuating; leaving a place in an orderly fashion; especially for protection evacuation n the bodily process of discharging waste matter elimination,excretion,voiding evacuee n a person who has been evacuated from a dangerous place evade v avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) hedge,fudge,circumvent,parry,elude,skirt,dodge,duck evade v escape, either physically or mentally elude,bilk evade v practice evasion evade v use cunning or deceit to escape or avoid evaluate v evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of measure,assess,appraise,value evaluate v form a critical opinion of judge evaluation n act of ascertaining or fixing the value or worth of rating evaluation n an appraisal of the value of something valuation,rating evanescence n the event of fading and gradually vanishing from sight evanescent adj tending to vanish like vapor evangel n the four books in the New Testament (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) that tell the story of Christ's life and teachings gospel,gospels evangelical adj relating to or being a Christian church believing in personal conversion and the inerrancy of the Bible especially the 4 Gospels evangelical adj of or pertaining to or in keeping with the Christian gospel especially as in the first 4 books of the New Testament evangelical adj marked by ardent or zealous enthusiasm for a cause evangelistic evangelism n zealous preaching and advocacy of the gospel evangelist n a preacher of the Christian gospel revivalist evangelist n (when capitalized) any of the spiritual leaders who are assumed to be authors of the Gospels in the New Testament: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and evangelistic adj relating to or promoting the preaching and dissemination of the Christian gospel evangelistic adj marked by ardent or zealous enthusiasm for a cause evangelical evangelize v preach the gospel (to) evangelize v convert to Christianity evans n United States anatomist who identified four pituitary hormones and discovered vitamin E (1882-1971) evans n British archaeologist who excavated the palace of Knossos in Crete to find what he called Minoan civilization (1851-1941) evaporate v lose or cause to lose liquid by vaporization leaving a more concentrated residue vaporize evaporate v cause to change into a vapor evaporate v change into a vapor evaporate v become less intense and fade away gradually melt,disappear evaporated adj drawn off in the form of vapor evaporation n the process of becoming a vapor vaporization,vapor evaporation n the process of extracting moisture dehydration,desiccation evasion n a statement that is not literally false but that cleverly avoids an unpleasant truth equivocation evasion n the deliberate act of failing to pay money nonpayment evasion n nonperformance of something distasteful (as by deceit or trickery) that you are supposed to do escape,dodging evasion n the act of physically escaping from something (an opponent or a pursuer or an unpleasant situation) by some adroit maneuver evasive adj deliberately vague or ambiguous evasive adj avoiding or escaping from difficulty or danger especially enemy fire eve n (Old Testament) Adam's wife in Judeo-Christian mythology: the first woman and mother of the human race; God created Eve from Adam's rib and eve n the day before eve n the period immediately before something eve n the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall) evening,even,eventide even n the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall) evening,eve,eventide even v make level or straight flush,level even v become even or more even even v make even or more even even adj divisible by two odd even adj equal in degree or extent or amount; or equally matched or balanced even adj being level or straight or regular and without variation as e.g. in shape or texture; or being in the same plane or at the same height as so uneven even adj symmetrically arranged regular even adv used as an intensive especially to indicate something unexpected even adv in spite of; notwithstanding even adv to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons yet,still even adv to the full extent evenhanded adj without partiality evenhandedly adv without favoring one party, in a fair evenhanded manner fairly,fair evening n the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall) eve,even,eventide evening n a later concluding time period evening n the early part of night (from dinner until bedtime) spent in a special way evenly adv in equal amounts or shares; in a balanced or impartial way equally unevenly evenly adv in a level and regular way unevenly evenness n the parity of even numbers (divisible by two) evenness n a quality of uniformity and lack of variation evenness n the quality of being balanced event n something that happens at a given place and time event n a special set of circumstances case event n a phenomenon located at a single point in space-time; the fundamental observational entity in relativity theory event n a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon consequence,effect,outcome,result,issue,upshot eventful adj full of events or incidents uneventful eventful adj having important issues or results consequential eventide n the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall) evening,eve,even eventual adj expected to follow in the indefinite future from causes already operating eventuality n a possible event or occurrence or result contingency eventually adv after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay finally ever adv at any time ever adv at all times; all the time and on every occasion always never ever adv (intensifier for adjectives) very everest n a mountain in the central Himalayas on the border of Tibet and Nepal; the highest mountain peak in the world (29,028 feet high) everglades n a large subtropical swamp in southern Florida that is noted for its wildlife evergreen n a plant having foliage that persists and remains green throughout the year evergreen adj (of plants and shrubs) bearing foliage throughout the year deciduous everlasting n any of various plants of various genera of the family Compositae having flowers that can be dried without loss of form or color everlasting adj continuing forever or indefinitely ageless,eternal,perpetual,unending,unceasing everlasting adj without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers arrant,complete,consummate,gross,perfect,pure,stark,staring evermore adv at any future time; in the future forevermore evermore adv for a limitless time eternally,forever evers n United States civil rights worker in Mississippi; was killed by a sniper (1925-1963) evert n United States tennis player who won women's singles titles in the United States and at Wimbledon (born in 1954) evert v turn inside out; turn the inner surface of outward every adj (used of count nouns) each and all of the members of a group considered singly and without exception every adj each and all of a series of entities or intervals as specified everyday adj found in the ordinary course of events mundane,routine,unremarkable,workaday everyday adj appropriate for ordinary or routine occasions casual,daily everyday adj commonplace and ordinary everyman n the ordinary person everywhere adv to or in any or all places evict v expel or eject without recourse to legal process evict v expel from one's property or force to move out by a legal process eviction n action by a landlord that compels a tenant to leave the premises (as by rendering the premises unfit for occupancy); no physical expulsion o eviction n the expulsion of someone (such as a tenant) from the possession of land by process of law evidence n your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief grounds evidence n an indication that makes something evident evidence n (law) all the means by which any alleged matter of fact whose truth is investigated at judicial trial is established or disproved evidence v provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes attest,certify,manifest,demonstrate evidence v provide evidence for testify,prove,show evidence v give evidence tell evidenced adj supported by evidence evident adj clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment apparent,manifest,palpable,patent,plain,unmistakable evident adj capable of being seen or noticed discernible,observable evidentiary adj pertaining to or constituting evidence evidentiary adj serving as or based on evidence evidently adv unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') obviously,manifestly,patently,apparently,plainly,plain evil n morally objectionable behavior immorality,wickedness,iniquity evil n that which causes harm or destruction or misfortune evil n the quality of being morally wrong in principle or practice good evil adj morally bad or wrong good evil adj having the nature of vice vicious evil adj having or exerting a malignant influence malevolent,malign evildoer n a person who sins (without repenting) sinner evilly adv in a wicked evil manner wickedly evince v give expression to express,show eviscerate v surgically remove a part of a structure or an organ eviscerate v remove the contents of eviscerate v remove the entrails of draw eviscerate v take away a vital or essential part of eviscerate adj having been disembowelled evocation n imaginative re-creation evocation n calling up supposed supernatural forces by spells and incantations summoning evocation n stimulation that calls up (draws forth) a particular class of behaviors induction evocative adj serving to bring to mind redolent,reminiscent,resonant evoke v call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) arouse,elicit,kindle,fire,raise,provoke evoke v evoke or provoke to appear or occur provoke evoke v deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) elicit,extract evoke v summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic raise,conjure,invoke,stir,arouse evoked adj called forth from a latent or potential state by stimulation elicited evolution n a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage) development devolution evolution n (biology) the sequence of events involved in the evolutionary development of a species or taxonomic group of organisms phylogeny evolutionary adj of or relating to or produced by evolution evolve v work out germinate,develop evolve v undergo development or evolution evolve v gain through experience develop,acquire ewe n a member of a people living in southern Benin and Togo and southeastern Ghana ewe n a Kwa language spoken by the Ewe in Ghana and Togo and Benin ewe n female sheep ewer n an open vessel with a handle and a spout for pouring pitcher ex n a man who was formerly a certain woman's husband ex n a woman who was formerly a particular man's wife ex n the 24th letter of the Roman alphabet x,x ex adj out of fashion antique,outmoded,passe exacerbate v make worse worsen,aggravate,exasperate exacerbate v exasperate or irritate exasperate,aggravate exacerbating adj making worse aggravating,exasperating exacerbation n action that makes a problem or a disease (or its symptoms) worse aggravation exacerbation n violent and bitter exasperation exact v claim as due or just demand exact v take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs claim,take exact adj marked by strict and particular and complete accordance with fact inexact exact adj (of ideas, images, representations, expressions) characterized by perfect conformity to fact or truth; strictly correct accurate,precise exacting adj having complicated nutritional requirements; especially growing only in special artificial cultures fastidious exacting adj severe and unremitting in making demands stern,strict exacting adj requiring precise accuracy exigent exaction n act of demanding or levying by force or authority exactitude n the quality of being exact exactly adv indicating exactness or preciseness precisely,just,properly exactly adv just as it should be precisely exactly adv in a precise manner precisely exaggerate v to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth overstate,overdraw,magnify,amplify exaggerate v do something to an excessive degree overdo exaggerated adj represented as greater than is true or reasonable overdone,overstated exaggerated adj enlarged to an abnormal degree magnified,enlarged exaggeration n extravagant exaggeration hyperbole exaggeration n the act of making something more noticeable than usual exaggeration n making to seem more important than it really is overstatement,magnification exalt v praise, glorify, or honor laud,extol,glorify,proclaim exalt v fill with sublime emotion exhilarate,inebriate,thrill,beatify exalt v heighten or intensify inspire,animate,invigorate,enliven exalt v raise in rank, character, or status exalted adj of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style elevated,sublime,grand,lofty,rarefied,idealistic exalting adj tending to exalt ennobling exam n a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge examination,test examination n the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes) scrutiny examination n a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge exam,test examination n formal systematic questioning interrogation,interrogatory examination n a detailed inspection of your conscience (as done daily by Jesuits) examine v consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning analyze,study,canvass examine v observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect see examine v question or examine thoroughly and closely probe examine v question closely examiner n someone who administers a test to determine your qualifications tester examiner n an investigator who observes carefully inspector example n an item of information that is typical of a class or group illustration,instance,representative example n a representative form or pattern model example n something to be imitated exemplar,model example n punishment intended as a warning to others lesson exasperate v exasperate or irritate exacerbate,aggravate exasperate v make furious infuriate,incense exasperate v make worse worsen,aggravate,exacerbate exasperated adj greatly annoyed; out of patience exasperating adj extremely annoying or displeasing infuriating,maddening,vexing exasperating adj making worse aggravating,exacerbating exasperation n an exasperated feeling of annoyance aggravation exasperation n actions that cause great irritation (or even anger) excalibur n the legendary sword of King Arthur excavate v recover through digging unearth excavate v find by digging in the ground excavate v form by hollowing excavate v remove the inner part or the core of dig,hollow excavation n the act of digging digging,dig excavation n the site of an archeological exploration dig excavation n a hole in the ground made by excavating excavation n the act of extracting ores or coal etc from the earth mining excavator n a workman who excavates for foundations of buildings or for quarrying excavator n a machine for excavating digger,shovel exceed v be greater in scope or size than some standard transcend,surpass exceed v be superior or better than some standard transcend,overstep,pass,top exceed v be or do something to a greater degree surpass,outstrip,outmatch,outgo,outdo,surmount,outperform exceeding adj far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree exceptional,olympian,prodigious,surpassing exceedingly adv to an extreme degree extremely,super,deathly excel v distinguish oneself surpass excellence n the quality of excelling; possessing good qualities in high degree excellence n an outstanding feature; something in which something or someone excels excellency excellency n a title used to address dignitaries (such as ambassadors or governors); usually preceded by `Your' or `His' or `Her' excellency n an outstanding feature; something in which something or someone excels excellence excellent adj very good; of the highest quality splendid,ripping excellently adv extremely well magnificently,splendidly,famously excelsior n thin curly wood shavings used for packing or stuffing except v take exception to except v prevent from being included or considered or accepted exclude,omit exception n a deliberate act of omission exclusion exception n an instance that does not conform to a rule or generalization exception n grounds for adverse criticism exceptional adj far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree exceeding,olympian,prodigious,surpassing exceptional adj surpassing what is common or usual or expected especial,particular,special exceptional adj deviating widely from a norm of physical or mental ability; used especially of children below normal in intelligence exceptionally adv to an exceptional degree excerpt n a passage selected from a larger work extract,selection excerpt v take out of a literary work in order to cite or copy extract excess n a quantity much larger than is needed surplus excess n immoderation as a consequence of going beyond sufficient or permitted limits excess n the state of being more than full surfeit,overabundance excess n excessive indulgence excess adj more than is needed, desired, or required extra,redundant,spare,superfluous,surplus excessive adj beyond normal limits inordinate,undue,unreasonable excessive adj unrestrained, especially with regard to feelings extravagant,exuberant excessively adv to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits overly,too exchange n chemical process in which one atom or ion or group changes places with another exchange n a mutual expression of views (especially an unpleasant one) exchange n the act of changing one thing for another thing interchange exchange n the act of giving something in return for something received exchange v give to, and receive from, one another change,interchange exchange v exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category change,commute,convert exchange v change over, change around, as to a new order or sequence switch exchange v hand over one and receive another, approximately equivalent exchangeable adj suitable to be exchanged exchangeable adj capable of being exchanged for or replaced by something of equal value convertible exchangeable adj capable of replacing or changing places with something else; permitting mutual substitution without loss of function or suitability interchangeable,similar,standardized exchanged adj changed for (replaced by) something different exchanger n one whose business is to exchange the money of one country for that of another country exchequer n the funds of a government or institution or individual treasury excise n a tax that is measured by the amount of business done (not on property or income from real estate) excise v remove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line strike,scratch,expunge excise v levy an excise tax on excise v remove by cutting excision n the omission that is made when an editorial change shortens a written passage deletion,cut excision n surgical removal of a body part or tissue ablation excision n the act of banishing a member of a church from the communion of believers and the privileges of the church; cutting a person off from a reli excommunication excision n the act of pulling up or out; uprooting; cutting off from existence excitable adj easily excited excitable adj capable of responding to stimuli irritable excitation n the state of being emotionally aroused and worked up excitement,inflammation,fervor excitation n the neural or electrical arousal of an organ or muscle or gland irritation excitation n something that agitates and arouses excitement excite v arouse or elicit a feeling excite v act as a stimulant stimulate excite v stir feelings in stimulate,stir excite v cause to be agitated, excited, or roused agitate,rouse,charge excited adj (of persons) excessively affected by emotion aroused,emotional excited adj in an aroused state excited adj marked by uncontrolled excitement or emotion delirious,frantic,mad,unrestrained excited adj (of e.g. a molecule) made reactive or more reactive activated excitedly adv with excitement; in an excited manner excitement n the feeling of lively and cheerful joy exhilaration excitement n the state of being emotionally aroused and worked up excitation,inflammation,fervor excitement n something that agitates and arouses excitation excitement n disturbance usually in protest agitation,turmoil,upheaval,hullabaloo exciting adj creating or arousing excitement unexciting exciting adj stimulating interest and discussion exclaim v utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy cry,outcry,shout exclaim v state or announce proclaim,promulgate exclaiming n an abrupt excited utterance exclamation exclamation n an abrupt excited utterance exclaiming exclamation n a loud complaint or protest or reproach exclamation n an exclamatory rhetorical device exclude v prevent from being included or considered or accepted except,omit include exclude v prevent from entering; shut out shut admit exclude v lack or fail to include include exclude v prevent from entering; keep out bar exclusion n the state of being excluded inclusion exclusion n the state of being excommunicated excommunication,censure exclusion n a deliberate act of omission exception exclusion n the act of forcing out someone or something ejection,expulsion,riddance exclusive n a news report that is reported first by one news organization scoop exclusive adj not divided or shared with others sole exclusive adj excluding much or all; especially all but a particular group or minority inclusive exclusive adj not divided among or brought to bear on more than one object or objective single,undivided exclusively adv without any others being included or involved entirely,solely,alone,only excommunicate v exclude from a church or a religious community curse communicate excommunicate v oust or exclude from a group or membership by decree excommunication n the state of being excommunicated exclusion,censure excommunication n the act of banishing a member of a church from the communion of believers and the privileges of the church; cutting a person off from a reli excision excoriate v express strong disapproval of condemn,reprobate,decry excoriate v tear or wear off the skin or make sore by abrading chafe excoriation n an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off abrasion,scratch,scrape excoriation n severe censure excrement n waste matter (as urine or sweat but especially feces) discharged from the body excretion excrete v eliminate from the body eliminate,pass excretion n the bodily process of discharging waste matter elimination,evacuation,voiding excretion n waste matter (as urine or sweat but especially feces) discharged from the body excrement excretory adj of or relating to the process of excretion excruciating adj extremely painful agonizing,harrowing,torturing,torturous excruciatingly adv in a very painful manner agonizingly exculpate v pronounce not guilty of criminal charges acquit,assoil,clear,discharge,exonerate exculpatory adj clearing of guilt or blame excursion n a journey taken for pleasure jaunt,outing,junket,expedition,sashay excursion n wandering from the main path of a journey digression excusable adj capable of being overlooked inexcusable excusable adj easily excused or forgiven forgivable excuse n a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc. alibi excuse n a note explaining an absence excuse n a poor example apology excuse v accept an excuse for pardon excuse v grant exemption or release to relieve,exempt excuse v serve as a reason or cause or justification of explain excuse v defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning apologize,apologise,rationalize,rationalise excused adj granted exemption exec n the chief executive department of the United States government execrable adj of very poor quality or condition deplorable,miserable,woeful,wretched execrable adj unequivocally detestable abominable,detestable,odious execrable adj deserving a curse damnable execrate v find repugnant abhor,loathe,abominate execrate v curse or declare to be evil or anathema or threaten with divine punishment accurse execration n hate coupled with disgust abhorrence,abomination,loathing execration n an appeal to some supernatural power to inflict evil on someone or some group condemnation,curse execration n the object of cursing or detestation; that which is execrated execute v kill as a means of socially sanctioned punishment execute v murder in a planned fashion execute v put in effect accomplish,action,fulfill,fulfil execute v carry out the legalities of executed adj put to death as punishment executing n putting a condemned person to death execution execution n putting a condemned person to death executing execution n the act of performing; of doing something successfully; using knowledge as distinguished from merely possessing it performance execution n (computer science) the process of carrying out an instruction by a computer execution n (law) the completion of a legal instrument (such as a contract or deed) by signing it (and perhaps sealing and delivering it) so that it bec executioner n an official who inflicts capital punishment in pursuit of a warrant executive n a person responsible for the administration of a business executive n persons who administer the law executive n someone who manages a government agency or department administrator executive adj having the function of carrying out plans or orders etc. executor n a person appointed by a testator to carry out the terms of the will exemplar n something to be imitated example,model exemplary adj worthy of imitation model exemplary adj being or serving as an illustration of a type emblematic exemplary adj serving to warn admonitory,cautionary,warning exemplify v be characteristic of represent exemplify v clarify by giving an example of illustrate,instance exemplifying adj clarifying by use of examples illustrative exempt v grant relief or an exemption from a rule or requirement to relieve,free enforce exempt v grant exemption or release to excuse,relieve exempt adj (of persons) freed from or not subject to an obligation or liability (as e.g. taxes) to which others or other things are subject exempt adj (of goods or funds) not subject to taxation nontaxable exemption n immunity from an obligation or duty freedom exemption n a deduction allowed to a taxpayer because of his status (having certain dependents or being blind or being over 65 etc.) exemption n an act exempting someone immunity exercise n the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit exercising,workout exercise n the act of using use,usage,utilization,employment exercise n systematic training by multiple repetitions practice,drill,recitation exercise n a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding example exercise v put to use exert exercise v carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions practice,practise,do exercise v give a workout to work exercise v do physical exercise exerciser n sports equipment used in gymnastic exercises exercising n the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit exercise,workout exert v put to use exercise exert v have and exercise wield,maintain exert v make a great effort at a mental or physical task exertion n use of physical or mental energy; hard work effort,travail,sweat exfoliate v spread by opening the leaves of exfoliate v cast off in scales, laminae, or splinters exfoliate v remove the surface, in scales or laminae exfoliate v come off in a very thin piece exfoliation n the peeling off in flakes or scales of bark or dead skin exfoliation n a thin flake of dead epidermis shed from the surface of the skin scale,scurf exhalation n exhaled breath exhalation n the act of expelling air from the lungs expiration exhale v expel air expire inhale exhale v give out (breath or an odor) emanate exhaust n gases ejected from an engine as waste products fumes exhaust n system consisting of the parts of an engine through which burned gases or steam are discharged exhaust v wear out completely beat,tucker exhaust v use up (resources or materials) consume,eat,deplete exhaust v deplete sap,tire exhaust v use up the whole supply of exhausted adj drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted fatigued,spent,gone exhausted adj depleted of energy, force, or strength spent exhausted adj drained physically exhausting adj having a debilitating effect draining exhausting adj producing exhaustion tiring,wearing,wearying exhaustion n extreme fatigue exhaustion n serious weakening and loss of energy exhaustion n the act of exhausting something entirely exhaustive adj performed comprehensively and completely; not superficial or partial thorough,thoroughgoing exhaustively adv in an exhaustive manner thoroughly exhibit n an object or statement produced before a court of law and referred to while giving evidence exhibit n something shown to the public display,showing exhibit v show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill exhibit v to show, make visible or apparent expose,display exhibit v give an exhibition of to an interested audience show,demo,present,demonstrate exhibit v walk ostentatiously parade,march exhibition n the act of exhibiting exhibition n a collection of things (goods or works of art etc.) for public display exposition,expo exhibitionist n someone with a compulsive desire to expose the genitals flasher exhibitionist n someone who deliberately behaves in such a way as to attract attention exhibitor n someone who organizes an exhibit for others to see shower exhilarate v fill with sublime emotion inebriate,thrill,exalt,beatify exhilarated adj made joyful exhilarating adj making lively and cheerful stimulating exhilarating adj making lively and joyful elating exhilaration n the feeling of lively and cheerful joy excitement exhort v spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts cheer,inspire,urge,barrack exhort v force or impel in an indicated direction urge,press exhortation n a communication intended to urge or persuade the recipients to take some action exhortation n the act of exhorting; an earnest attempt at persuasion incitement exhumation n the act of digging something up out of the ground (especially a corpse) where it has been buried exhume v dig up for reburial or for medical investigation; of dead bodies disinter exigency n a pressing or urgent situation exigency n a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action emergency,pinch exigent adj demanding attention clamant,crying,insistent,instant exigent adj requiring precise accuracy exacting exile n a person who is voluntarily absent from home or country expatriate exile n a person who is expelled from home or country by authority deportee exile n the act of expelling a person from their native land deportation,expatriation,transportation exile v expel from a country expatriate,deport exist v have an existence, be extant be exist v support oneself survive,live,subsist existence n the state or fact of existing being existence n everything that exists anywhere universe,creation,world,cosmos existent adj having existence or being or actuality existing nonexistent existent adj being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory real existent adj presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible actual existential adj derived from experience or the experience of existence experiential existential adj of or as conceived by existentialism existential adj relating to or dealing with existence (especially with human existence) existing adj presently existing existing adj having existence or being or actuality existent existing adj existing in something specified exit n an opening that permits escape or release issue,outlet exit n euphemistic expressions for death passing,loss,departure,expiration,going,release exit n the act of going out exit v move out of or depart from leave enter exit v lose the lead exit v pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life die,decease,perish,go,expire,pass,conk,choke exodus n a journey by a large group to escape from a hostile environment exodus n the second book of the Old Testament: tells of the departure of the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt led by Moses; God gave them the Ten C exogenous adj derived or originating externally endogenous exon n sequence of a gene's DNA that transcribes into protein structures exonerate v pronounce not guilty of criminal charges acquit,assoil,clear,discharge,exculpate exonerated adj freed from any question of guilt absolved,clear,cleared,vindicated exoneration n the condition of being relieved from blame or obligation exoneration n the act of vindicating or defending against criticism or censure etc. vindication exorbitant adj greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation extortionate,outrageous,steep,unconscionable exorcise v expel through adjuration or prayers exorcism n freeing from evil spirits exorcist n one of the minor orders in the unreformed Western Church but now suppressed in the Roman Catholic Church exorcist n someone who practices exorcism exoskeleton n the exterior protective or supporting structure or shell of many animals (especially invertebrates) including bony or horny parts such as na exothermic adj (of a chemical reaction or compound) occurring or formed with the liberation of heat endothermic exotic adj being or from or characteristic of another place or part of the world alien exotic adj strikingly strange or unusual expand v extend in one or more directions contract expand v become larger in size or volume or quantity expand v make bigger or wider in size, volume, or quantity expand v grow vigorously boom,thrive,flourish expanded adj increased in extent or size or bulk or scope contracted expanse n a wide scope sweep expanse n the extent of a 2-dimensional surface enclosed within a boundary area expanse n a wide and open space or area as of surface or land or sky expansion n the act of increasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope enlargement contraction expansion n a function expressed as a sum or product of terms expansion n a discussion that provides additional information enlargement,elaboration expansion n adding information or detail expansionism n the doctrine of expanding the territory or the economic influence of a country expansionist adj of or involving or guided by expansionism expansive adj able or tending to expand or characterized by expansion expansive adj of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope grand,heroic expansive adj marked by exaggerated feelings of euphoria and delusions of grandeur expansive adj friendly and open and willing to talk talkative expatriate n a person who is voluntarily absent from home or country exile expatriate v expel from a country deport,exile repatriate expatriate v move away from one's native country and adopt a new residence abroad expatriation n the act of expelling a person from their native land exile,deportation,transportation expatriation n migration from a place (especially migration from your native country in order to settle in another) emigration expect v regard something as probable or likely anticipate expect v consider obligatory; request and expect ask,require expect v look forward to the probable occurrence of look,await,wait expect v consider reasonable or due expectancy n an expectation anticipation expectancy n something expected (as on the basis of a norm) anticipation expectant adj marked by eager anticipation expectant adj in an advanced stage of pregnancy big,great,large,heavy expectation n belief about (or mental picture of) the future outlook,prospect expectation n anticipating with confidence of fulfillment anticipation expectation n the feeling that something is about to happen expectation n the sum of the values of a random variable divided by the number of values expected adj considered likely or probable to happen or arrive unexpected expectorant n a medicine promoting expectoration expedience n the quality of being suited to the end in view expediency expedience n taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others opportunism expediency n the quality of being suited to the end in view expedience expedient n a means to an end; not necessarily a principled or ethical one expedient adj serving to promote your interest expedient adj appropriate to a purpose; practical expedite v speed up the progress of; facilitate hasten expedite v process fast and efficiently expedition n a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country expedition n an organized group of people undertaking a journey for a particular purpose expedition n a journey organized for a particular purpose expedition n a journey taken for pleasure excursion,jaunt,outing,junket,sashay expeditionary adj (used of military forces) designed for military operations abroad expeditious adj marked by speed and efficiency expeditiously adv with efficiency; in an efficient manner efficiently expel v force to leave or move out expel v remove from a position or office oust expel v cause to flee rout expel v eliminate (a substance) exhaust,discharge,eject,release expelling n any of several bodily processes by which substances go out of the body discharge,emission expend v use up, consume fully use expend v pay out spend,drop expendable adj suitable to be expended expendable adj (used of funds) remaining after taxes spendable expending n the act of spending money for goods or services expenditure expenditure n money paid out; an amount spent outgo,spending,outlay expenditure n the act of spending money for goods or services expending expenditure n the act of consuming something consumption expense n amounts paid for goods and services that may be currently tax deductible (as opposed to capital expenditures) disbursement expense n a detriment or sacrifice expense n money spent to perform work and usually reimbursed by an employer expense v reduce the estimated value of something expensive adj high in price or charging high prices cheap expensively adv in an expensive manner cheaply expensiveness n the quality of being high-priced experience n the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities inexperience experience n the content of direct observation or participation in an event experience n an event as apprehended experience v undergo or live through a difficult experience see experience v have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations know,live experience v go through (mental or physical states or experiences) receive,have,get experience v undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind feel experienced adj having experience; having knowledge or skill from observation or participation inexperienced experiential adj relating to or resulting from experience experiential adj derived from experience or the experience of existence existential experiment n the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation experimentation experiment n the testing of an idea experimentation experiment n a venture at something new or different experiment v to conduct a test or investigation experiment v try something new, as in order to gain experience experimental adj relating to or based on experiment experimental adj relying on observation or experiment observational experimental adj of the nature of or undergoing an experiment experimentally adv in an experimental fashion experimentation n the testing of an idea experiment experimentation n the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation experiment experimenter n a research worker who conducts experiments experimenter n a person who enjoys testing innovative ideas expert n a person with special knowledge or ability who performs skillfully expert adj having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude adept,good,practiced,proficient,skillful,skilful expert adj of or relating to or requiring special knowledge to be understood technical expertise n skillfulness by virtue of possessing special knowledge expertly adv in an expert manner expiate v make amends for aby,atone expiration n a coming to an end of a contract period termination,expiry expiration n euphemistic expressions for death passing,loss,departure,exit,going,release expiration n the act of expelling air from the lungs exhalation expiratory adj of or relating to the breathing out phase of respiration expire v lose validity expire v pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life die,decease,perish,go,exit,pass,conk,choke expire v expel air exhale expired adj having come to an end or become void after passage of a period of time unexpired expiry n a coming to an end of a contract period termination,expiration expiry n the event of dying or departure from life death,decease explain v make plain and comprehensible explicate explain v define explain v serve as a reason or cause or justification of excuse explainable adj capable of being understood explanation n a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc. account explanation n thought that makes something comprehensible explanation n the act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible explanatory adj serving or intended to explain or make clear expletive n profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger curse,oath,swearing,cuss expletive n a word or phrase conveying no independent meaning but added to fill out a sentence or metrical line explicable adj capable of being explicated or accounted for inexplicable explicate v make plain and comprehensible explain explicate v elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses formulate,develop explication n the act of making clear or removing obscurity from the meaning of a word or symbol or expression etc. explication n a detailed explanation of the meaning of something explicit adj precisely and clearly expressed or readily observable; leaving nothing to implication expressed implicit explicit adj in accordance with fact or the primary meaning of a term explicitly adv in an explicit manner implicitly explicitness n clarity as a consequence of being explicit explode v cause to burst with a violent release of energy detonate explode v burst outward, usually with noise burst implode explode v show a violent emotional reaction explode v be unleashed; emerge with violence or noise exploded adj showing the parts of something separated but in positions that show their correct relation to one another exploit n a notable achievement feat,effort exploit v use or manipulate to one's advantage work exploit v draw from; make good use of tap exploit v work excessively hard overwork exploitation n the act of making some area of land or water more profitable or productive or useful development exploitation n an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly) victimization,using exploitative adj tending to exploit or make use of exploitive exploited adj developed or used to greatest advantage unexploited exploited adj (of persons) taken advantage of used,victimized exploitive adj tending to exploit or make use of exploitative exploration n to travel for the purpose of discovery exploration n a careful systematic search exploration n a systematic consideration exploratory adj serving in or intended for exploration or discovery explore v inquire into research,search explore v travel to or penetrate into explore v examine minutely explore v examine (organs) for diagnostic purposes explorer n someone who travels into little known regions (especially for some scientific purpose) adventurer explorer n a commercial browser explosion n a violent release of energy caused by a chemical or nuclear reaction detonation,blowup explosion n the act of exploding or bursting burst explosion n a sudden great increase explosion n the noise caused by an explosion explosive n a chemical substance that undergoes a rapid chemical change (with the production of gas) on being heated or struck explosive adj serving to explode or characterized by explosion or sudden outburst explosive adj liable to lead to sudden change or violence volatile explosive adj sudden and loud explosively adv suddenly and rapidly explosively adv in an explosive manner expo n a collection of things (goods or works of art etc.) for public display exhibition,exposition exponent n a person who pleads for a cause or propounds an idea advocate,proponent exponent n someone who expounds and interprets or explains exponent n a mathematical notation indicating the number of times a quantity is multiplied by itself power,index exponential n a function in which an independent variable appears as an exponent exponential adj of or involving exponents exponentially adv in an exponential manner export n commodities (goods or services) sold to a foreign country import export v sell or transfer abroad import export v transfer (electronic data) out of a database or document in a format that can be used by other programs import export v cause to spread in another part of the world exportable adj suitable for export exporter n a businessperson who transports goods abroad (for sale) exporting n the commercial activity of selling and shipping goods to a foreign country expose n the exposure of an impostor or a fraud expose v expose or make accessible to some action or influence expose v make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret unwrap,disclose,reveal,discover,divulge,break,uncover expose v to show, make visible or apparent exhibit,display expose v remove all or part of one's clothes to show one's body uncover exposed adj with no protection or shield open exposed adj not covered with clothing uncovered exposit v state expound exposit v add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing elaborate,enlarge,expand,expound,dilate exposition n a systematic interpretation or explanation (usually written) of a specific topic expounding exposition n a collection of things (goods or works of art etc.) for public display exhibition,expo exposition n an account that sets forth the meaning or intent of a writing or discourse exposition n (music) the section of a movement (especially in sonata form) where the major musical themes first occur exposure n vulnerability to the elements; to the action of heat or cold or wind or rain exposure n the act of subjecting someone to an influencing experience exposure n the disclosure of something secret exposure n aspect resulting from the direction a building or window faces expound v add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing elaborate,exposit,enlarge,expand,dilate expound v state exposit expounding n a systematic interpretation or explanation (usually written) of a specific topic exposition express n mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system express n public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops limited local express n rapid transport of goods express v give expression to show,evince express v articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise verbalize,utter express v serve as a means for expressing something carry,convey express v indicate through a symbol, formula, etc. state express adj not tacit or implied express adj without unnecessary stops express adv by express expressed adj communicated in words uttered expressed adj precisely and clearly expressed or readily observable; leaving nothing to implication explicit expression n the feelings expressed on a person's face look,aspect,face expression n expression without words manifestation,reflection expression n the communication (in speech or writing) of your beliefs or opinions expression n a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations saying expressionism n an art movement early in the 20th century; the artist's subjective expression of inner experiences was emphasized; an inner feeling was expr expressionist n an artist who is an adherent of expressionism expressionist adj of or relating to expressionism expressionistic expressionistic adj of or relating to expressionism expressionist expressionless adj deliberately impassive in manner deadpan,impassive expressive adj characterized by expression expressly adv with specific intentions; for the express purpose expressway n a broad highway designed for high-speed traffic freeway,pike,superhighway expropriate v deprive of possessions expropriation n taking out of an owner's hands (especially taking property by public authority) expulsion n the act of forcing out someone or something ejection,exclusion,riddance expulsion n squeezing out by applying pressure extrusion expulsion n the act of expelling or projecting or ejecting projection,ejection expunge v remove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line strike,scratch,excise exquisite adj intense or sharp keen exquisite adj lavishly elegant and refined exquisite adj delicately beautiful dainty exquisite adj of extreme beauty exquisitely adv in a delicate manner finely,fine,delicately extant adj still in existence; not extinct or destroyed or lost extinct extend v extend in scope or range or area widen,broaden extend v stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point run,go,pass,lead extend v span an interval of distance, space or time cover,continue extend v make available; provide offer extended adj relatively long in duration; tediously protracted lengthy,prolonged,protracted extended adj fully extended or stretched forth extended adj drawn out or made longer spatially elongated,lengthened,prolonged extended adj beyond the literal or primary sense extendible adj capable of being lengthened extension n a mutually agreed delay in the date set for the completion of a job or payment of a debt extension n act of expanding in scope; making more widely available extension n the spreading of something (a belief or practice) into new regions propagation extension n an educational opportunity provided by colleges and universities to people who are not enrolled as regular students extensive adj large in spatial extent or range or scope or quantity extended extensive adj broad in scope or content blanket,broad,encompassing,panoptic,wide extensive adj of agriculture; increasing productivity by using large areas with minimal outlay and labor intensive extensively adv in a widespread way extent n the point or degree to which something extends extent n the distance or area or volume over which something extends extenuate v lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of mitigate extenuating adj partially excusing or justifying exterior n the region that is outside of something outside exterior n the outer side or surface of something outside exterior adj situated in or suitable for the outdoors or outside of a building interior exterminate v kill en masse; kill on a large scale; kill many exterminate v destroy completely, as if down to the roots uproot,eradicate,extirpate exterminated adj destroyed completely annihilated extermination n complete annihilation extinction extermination n the act of exterminating liquidation exterminator n someone who exterminates (especially someone whose occupation is the extermination of troublesome rodents and insects) terminator external n outward features external adj happening or arising or located outside or beyond some limits or especially surface internal external adj coming from the outside extraneous,outside external adj from or between other countries international,outside external adj purely outward or superficial externally adv on or from the outside internally externally adv with respect to the outside outwardly extinct adj no longer in existence; lost or especially having died out leaving no living representatives extant extinct adj (of e.g. volcanos) permanently inactive active extinct adj being out or having grown cold out extinction n no longer active; extinguished extinction n no longer in existence extinction n the reduction of the intensity of radiation as a consequence of absorption and radiation extinction n complete annihilation extermination extinguish v put an end to; kill extinguish v put out, as of fires, flames, or lights quench ignite extinguish v extinguish by crushing extinguish v terminate, end, or take out eliminate extinguished adj of a conditioned response; caused to die out because of the absence or withdrawal of reinforcement extinguisher n a manually operated device for extinguishing small fires extinguishing n the act of extinguishing; causing to stop burning extinction,quenching extirpate v destroy completely, as if down to the roots uproot,eradicate,exterminate extirpate v pull up by or as if by the roots uproot extirpate v surgically remove (an organ) extol v praise, glorify, or honor laud,exalt,glorify,proclaim extort v obtain through intimidation extort v obtain by coercion or intimidation squeeze,rack,gouge,wring extort v get or cause to become in a difficult or laborious manner extortion n an exorbitant charge extortion n unjust exaction (as by the misuse of authority) extortion n the felonious act of extorting money (as by threats of violence) extortionate adj greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation exorbitant,outrageous,steep,unconscionable extortionist n a criminal who extorts money from someone by threatening to expose embarrassing information about them extra n a minor actor in crowd scenes extra n an additional edition of a newspaper (usually to report a crisis) extra n something additional of the same kind duplicate extra adj more than is needed, desired, or required excess,redundant,spare,superfluous,surplus extra adj added to a regular schedule special extra adj further or added additional extra adv unusually or exceptionally extracellular adj located or occurring outside a cell or cells intracellular extract n a solution obtained by steeping or soaking a substance (usually in water) infusion extract n a passage selected from a larger work excerpt,selection extract v remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense pull extract v get despite difficulties or obstacles extract v deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) evoke,elicit extract v extract by the process of distillation distill extraction n the process of obtaining something from a mixture or compound by chemical or physical or mechanical means extraction n properties attributable to your ancestry origin,descent extraction n the action of taking out something (especially using effort or force) extractor n an instrument for extracting tight-fitting components extractor n an apparatus that uses centrifugal force to separate particles from a suspension centrifuge,separator extractor n a mechanism in a firearm that pulls an empty shell case out of the chamber and passes it to the ejector extracurricular adj outside the regular academic curriculum extracurricular adj outside the regular duties of your job or profession extracurricular adj characterized by adultery adulterous,extramarital extradite v hand over to the authorities of another country deliver,deport extradition n the surrender of an accused or convicted person by one state or country to another (usually under the provisions of a statute or treaty) extragalactic adj outside or beyond a galaxy extralinguistic adj not included within the realm of language extramarital adj characterized by adultery adulterous,extracurricular extraneous adj not pertinent to the matter under consideration immaterial,impertinent,orthogonal extraneous adj not essential extraneous adj not belonging to that in which it is contained; introduced from an outside source foreign extraneous adj coming from the outside external,outside extraneousness n unrelatedness by virtue of falling outside the matter at hand extraordinaire adj extraordinary in a particular capacity extraordinarily adv extremely inordinately extraordinary adj beyond what is ordinary or usual; highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable ordinary extraordinary adj far more than usual or expected sinful extraordinary adj (of an official) serving an unusual or special function in addition to those of the regular officials extrapolate v draw from specific cases for more general cases generalize,infer extrapolate v estimate the value of interpolate extrapolate v gain knowledge of (an area not known or experienced) by extrapolating extrapolation n (mathematics) calculation of the value of a function outside the range of known values extrapolation n an inference about the future (or about some hypothetical situation) based on known facts and observations extrasensory adj seemingly outside normal sensory channels paranormal sensory extraterrestrial n a form of life assumed to exist outside the Earth or its atmosphere alien extraterrestrial adj originating or located or occurring outside Earth or its atmosphere extraterritorial adj outside territorial limits or jurisdiction territorial extravagance n the quality of exceeding the appropriate limits of decorum or probability or truth extravagance n the trait of spending extravagantly profligacy extravagance n excessive spending lavishness extravagant adj unrestrained, especially with regard to feelings excessive,exuberant extravagant adj recklessly wasteful prodigal,profligate,spendthrift extravagantly adv in an abundant manner abundantly,copiously,profusely extravagantly adv in a wasteful manner lavishly extravagantly adv in a rich and lavish manner lavishly,richly extravaganza n any lavishly staged or spectacular entertainment extreme n the furthest or highest degree of something extreme n the point located farthest from the middle of something extreme adj of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity utmost,uttermost extreme adj far beyond a norm in quantity or amount or degree; to an utmost degree extreme adj beyond a norm in views or actions extreme adj most distant in any direction extremely adv to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect highly extremely adv to an extreme degree exceedingly,super,deathly extremism n any political theory favoring immoderate uncompromising policies extremist n a person who holds extreme views extremist adj (used of opinions and actions) far beyond the norm radical,ultra extremity n an external body part that projects from the body appendage,member extremity n an extreme condition or state (especially of adversity or disease) extremity n the greatest or utmost degree extremity n the outermost or farthest region or point extricable adj capable of being extricated inextricable extricate v release from entanglement of difficulty untangle,disentangle extrication n the act of releasing from a snarled or tangled condition untangling extrinsic adj not forming an essential part of a thing or arising or originating from the outside intrinsic extrovert n (psychology) a person concerned more with practical realities than with inner thoughts and feelings introvert extrovert adj being concerned with the social and physical environment extroverted extroverted adj not introspective; examining what is outside yourself extroverted adj at ease in talking to others forthcoming,outgoing extroverted adj being concerned with the social and physical environment extrovert extrude v form or shape by forcing through an opening extrusion n something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings bulge,bump,hump,swelling,jut,prominence,protuberance,protrusion extrusion n squeezing out by applying pressure expulsion exuberance n joyful enthusiasm exuberance n overflowing with eager enjoyment or approval enthusiasm,ebullience exuberant adj joyously unrestrained ebullient exuberant adj unrestrained, especially with regard to feelings excessive,extravagant exuberant adj produced or growing in extreme abundance lush,luxuriant,profuse,riotous exude v release (a liquid) in drops or small quantities ooze exude v make apparent by one's mood or behavior exult v feel extreme happiness or elation exult v to express great joy rejoice,triumph exultant adj joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success exulting,jubilant,rejoicing,triumphal,triumphant exultantly adv in an exultant manner exulting adj joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success exultant,jubilant,rejoicing,triumphal,triumphant eyas n an unfledged or nestling hawk eye n the organ of sight oculus,optic eye n good discernment (either visually or as if visually) eye n attention to what is seen eye n an area that is approximately central within some larger region center,centre,middle,heart eye v look at eyeball eyeball n the ball-shaped capsule containing the vertebrate eye orb eyeball v look at eye eyebrow n the arch of hair above each eye brow eyed adj having an eye or eyes or eyelike feature especially as specified; often used in combination eyeless eyedrop n a drop from an eye dropper eyedrop n a method of irrigating the eye used by ophthalmologists eyeglass n lens for correcting defective vision in one eye; held in place by facial muscles monocle eyeglasses n (plural) optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision spectacles,specs,glasses eyehole n a hole (in a door or an oven etc) through which you can peep peephole eyehole n a small hole (usually round and finished around the edges) in cloth or leather for the passage of a cord or hook or bar eyelet eyelash n any of the short curved hairs that grow from the edges of the eyelids lash eyeless adj lacking eyes or eyelike features eyed eyeless adj lacking sight eyelet n a small hole (usually round and finished around the edges) in cloth or leather for the passage of a cord or hook or bar eyehole eyelet n fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines loop eyelid n either of two folds of skin that can be moved to cover or open the eye lid,palpebra eyelike adj suggesting an eye or eyes eyeliner n makeup applied to emphasize the shape of the eyes eyepiece n combination of lenses at the viewing end of optical instruments ocular eyes n opinion or judgment eyeshade n a brim that projects to the front to shade the eyes bill,peak,visor eyesight n normal use of the faculty of vision seeing eyesore n something very ugly and offensive eyespot n an eyelike marking (as on the wings of some butterflies); usually a spot of color inside a ring of another color eyestrain n a tiredness of the eyes caused by prolonged close work by a person with an uncorrected vision problem eyewitness n a spectator who can describe what happened eyewitness v be present at an event and see it with one's own eyes eyre n a shallow salt lake in south central Australia about 35 feet below sea level; the largest lake in the country and the lowest point on the co eyrie n the lofty nest of a bird of prey (such as a hawk or eagle) aerie eyrie n any habitation at a high altitude aerie ezekiel n a Hebrew prophet of the 6th century BC who was exiled to Babylon in 587 BC ezekiel n an Old Testament book containing Ezekiel's prophecies of the downfall of Jerusalem and Judah and their subsequent restoration ezra n a Jewish priest and scribe sent by the Persian king to restore Jewish law and worship in Jerusalem ezra n an Old Testament book telling of a rabbi's efforts in the 5th century BC to reconstitute Jewish law and worship in Jerusalem after the Babyl f n a degree on the Fahrenheit scale of temperature f n a nonmetallic univalent element belonging to the halogens; usually a yellow irritating toxic flammable gas; a powerful oxidizing agent; reco fluorine f n the capacitance of a capacitor that has an equal and opposite charge of 1 coulomb on each plate and a voltage difference of 1 volt between t farad f n the 6th letter of the Roman alphabet fab adj extremely pleasing fabulous fabian n a member of the Fabian Society in Britain fabian adj of or relating to Fabianism fabian adj using cautious slow strategy to wear down opposition; avoiding direct confrontation fable n a deliberately false or improbable account fabrication,fiction fable n a short moral story (often with animal characters) parable,allegory fable n a story about mythical or supernatural beings or events legend fabled adj celebrated in fable or legend legendary fabric n artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers cloth,material,textile fabric n the underlying structure framework fabricate v put together out of artificial or natural components or parts manufacture,construct fabricate v concoct something artificial or untrue manufacture,invent fabricated adj formed or conceived by the imagination fancied,fictional,fictitious fabrication n a deliberately false or improbable account fiction,fable fabrication n writing in a fictional form fabrication n the act of making something (a product) from raw materials manufacture,manufacturing fabrication n the act of constructing something (as a piece of machinery) assembly fabricator n someone who tells lies storyteller fabulous adj extremely pleasing fab fabulous adj based on or told of in traditional stories; lacking factual basis or historical validity mythic,mythical,mythological fabulous adj barely credible fabulously adv exceedingly; extremely fantastically,incredibly facade n the face or front of a building frontage,frontal facade n a showy misrepresentation intended to conceal something unpleasant face n the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear face n the feelings expressed on a person's face expression,look,aspect face n the general outward appearance of something face n the striking or working surface of an implement face v deal with (something unpleasant) head on confront face v oppose, as in hostility or a competition confront face v be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to front,look face v be opposite faced adj having a face or facing especially of a specified kind or number; often used in combination faceless faceless adj without a face or identity faced facelift n plastic surgery to remove wrinkles and other signs of aging from your face; an incision is made near the hair line and skin is pulled back a lift facelift n a renovation that improves the outward appearance (as of a building) but usually does not involve major changes faceplate n a protective covering for the front of a machine or device (as a door lock or computer component) facer n (a dated Briticism) a serious difficulty with which one is suddenly faced facet n a distinct feature or element in a problem aspect facet n a smooth surface (as of a bone or cut gemstone) faceted adj having facets facetious adj cleverly amusing in tone bantering facetiously adv not seriously jokingly facial n cranial nerve that supplies facial muscles facial n care for the face that usually involves cleansing and massage and the application of cosmetic creams facial adj of or concerning the face facial adj of or pertaining to the outside surface of an object facile adj superficially impressive, but lacking depth and attention to the true complexities of a subject neat,slick facile adj performing adroitly and without effort facile adj expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively eloquent,fluent,silver facilitate v make easier ease,alleviate facilitate v be of use help facilitate v increase the likelihood of (a response) facilitation n the condition of being made easy (or easier) facilitation n (neurophysiology) phenomenon that occurs when two or more neural impulses that alone are not enough to trigger a response in a neuron combin facilitation n act of assisting or making easier the progress or improvement of something facilitator n someone who makes progress easier facility n a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry installation facility n skillful performance or ability without difficulty quickness facility n a natural effortlessness readiness facility n something designed and created to serve a particular function and to afford a particular convenience or service facing n a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornamentation or strengthening facing n an ornamental coating to a building veneer facing n a protective covering that protects the outside of a building cladding facing n providing something with a surface of a different material lining facsimile n an exact copy or reproduction facsimile n duplicator that transmits the copy by wire or radio fax facsimile v send something via a facsimile machine fax,telefax fact n a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred fact n a statement or assertion of verified information about something that is the case or has happened fact n an event known to have happened or something known to have existed fact n a concept whose truth can be proved faction n a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue cabal faction n a dissenting clique sect factious adj dissenting (especially dissenting with the majority opinion) divisive factitious adj not produced by natural forces factor n anything that contributes causally to a result factor n an abstract part of something component,constituent,element,ingredient factor n one of two or more integers that can be exactly divided into another integer divisor factor n a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission agent,broker factor v resolve into factors factor v be a contributing factor factor v consider as relevant when making a decision factoring n (mathematics) the resolution of an expression into factors such that when multiplied together they give the original expression factory n a plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing mill,manufactory factual adj existing in act or fact actual factual adj of or relating to or characterized by facts factually adv as a fact or based on fact facultative adj of or relating to the mental faculties facultative adj able to exist under more than one set of conditions obligate facultative adj granting a privilege or permission or power to do or not do something facultative adj not compulsory elective faculty n one of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind module faculty n the body of teachers and administrators at a school staff fad n an interest followed with exaggerated zeal craze,furor,furore,cult,rage faddish adj intensely fashionable for a short time fade n a golf shot that curves to the right for a right-handed golfer slice,slicing fade n gradually ceasing to be visible disappearance fade v become less clearly visible or distinguishable; disappear gradually or seemingly melt fade v lose freshness, vigor, or vitality wither fade v disappear gradually fleet,pass fade v become feeble languish faded adj having lost freshness or brilliance of color bleached,washy faded adj reduced in strength attenuate,attenuated,weakened fading n weakening in force or intensity attenuation fado n a sad Portuguese folksong fae n a device consisting of a container of fuel and two explosive charges; the first charge bursts open the fuel container at a predetermined hei fafnir n (Norse mythology) the Norse dragon that guarded a treasure and was slain by Sigurd fagin n a villainous Jew in a novel by Charles Dickens fahrenheit n German physicist who invented the mercury thermometer and developed the scale of temperature that bears his name (1686-1736) fahrenheit adj of or relating to a temperature scale proposed by the inventor of the mercury thermometer faience n glazed earthenware decorated with opaque colors fail v fail to do something; leave something undone neglect fail v be unsuccessful miscarry succeed fail v disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake betray fail v stop operating or functioning die,go,break failing n a flaw or weak point weakness failing n failure to reach a minimum required performance flunk passing failing adj below acceptable in performance failure n an act that fails failure n an event that does not accomplish its intended purpose success failure n lack of success success failure n a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently loser,nonstarter fain adj having made preparations disposed,inclined,prepared fain adv in a willing manner gladly,lief faint n a spontaneous loss of consciousness caused by insufficient blood to the brain swoon,syncope faint v pass out from weakness, physical or emotional distress due to a loss of blood supply to the brain conk,swoon faint adj deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc weak faint adj lacking clarity or distinctness dim,shadowy,vague,wispy faint adj lacking strength or vigor feeble faint adj weak and likely to lose consciousness light,swooning,lightheaded fainthearted adj lacking conviction or boldness or courage faint,timid faintly adv to a faint degree or weakly perceived faintness n a feeling of faintness and of being ready to swoon faintness n the property of being without strength faintness n barely audible faintness n the trait of lacking boldness and courage fair n a traveling show; having sideshows and rides and games of skill etc. carnival fair n gathering of producers to promote business fair n a competitive exhibition of farm products fair n a sale of miscellany; often for charity bazaar fair v join so that the external surfaces blend smoothly fair adj free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules just unfair fair adj not excessive or extreme reasonable fair adj very pleasing to the eye bonny,bonnie,comely fair adj (of a baseball) hit between the foul lines foul fair adv in conformity with the rules or laws and without fraud or cheating fairly,clean fair adv without favoring one party, in a fair evenhanded manner fairly,evenhandedly fairbanks n United States film actor; son of Douglas Elton Fairbanks, (1909-2000) fairbanks n United States film actor noted for his swashbuckling roles (1883-1939) fairground n an open area for holding fairs or exhibitions or circuses fairly adv to certain extent or degree reasonably,moderately,pretty,jolly,somewhat,middling,passably fairly adv without favoring one party, in a fair evenhanded manner fair,evenhandedly fairly adv in conformity with the rules or laws and without fraud or cheating fair,clean unfairly fairness n conformity with rules or standards equity unfairness fairness n ability to make judgments free from discrimination or dishonesty candor unfairness fairness n the property of having a naturally light complexion fairness n the quality of being good looking and attractive loveliness fairway n the area between the tee and putting green where the grass is cut short fairway n the usual course taken by vessels through a harbor or coastal waters fairway n a tract of ground free of obstacles to movement fairy n a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers fay,sprite fairy n offensive term for a homosexual man nance,pansy,queen,queer,poof,pouf fairyland n something existing solely in the imagination (but often mistaken for reality) fairyland n the enchanted realm of fairies fairytale n a story about fairies; told to amuse children fairytale n an interesting but highly implausible story; often told as an excuse faisal n king of Saudi Arabia from 1964 to 1975 (1906-1975) faith n a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny religion faith n complete confidence in a person or plan etc trust faith n an institution to express belief in a divine power religion faith n loyalty or allegiance to a cause or a person faithful n any loyal and steadfast following faithful n a group of people who adhere to a common faith and habitually attend a given church congregation,fold faithful adj steadfast in affection or allegiance unfaithful faithful adj marked by fidelity to an original close faithful adj not having sexual relations with anyone except your husband or wife, or your boyfriend or girlfriend unfaithful faithfully adv in a faithful manner reliably faithfulness n the quality of being faithful fidelity fake n something that is a counterfeit; not what it seems to be sham fake n a person who makes deceitful pretenses imposter,impostor,pretender,faker,fraud,sham,pseudo,pseud fake n (football) a deceptive move made by a football player juke fake v make a copy of with the intent to deceive forge,counterfeit fake v tamper, with the purpose of deception fudge,manipulate,falsify,cook,wangle,misrepresent fake v speak insincerely or without regard for facts or truths bullshit,bull fake adj fraudulent; having a misleading appearance bogus,phony,phoney,bastard fake adj not genuine or real; being an imitation of the genuine article false,faux,imitation,simulated faker n a person who makes deceitful pretenses imposter,impostor,pretender,fake,fraud,sham,pseudo,pseud fakir n a Muslim or Hindu mendicant monk who is regarded as a holy man faqir falafel n small croquette of mashed chick peas or fava beans seasoned with sesame seeds falchion n a short broad slightly convex medieval sword with a sharp point falco n a genus of Falconidae falcon n diurnal birds of prey having long pointed powerful wings adapted for swift flight falcon v hunt with falcons falconer n a person who breeds and trains hawks and who follows the sport of falconry hawker falconry n the art of training falcons to hunt and return fall n the season when the leaves fall from the trees autumn fall n a sudden drop from an upright position spill,tumble fall n the lapse of mankind into sinfulness because of the sin of Adam and Eve fall n a downward slope or bend descent,decline,declension fall v descend in free fall under the influence of gravity fall v move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way descend rise fall v pass suddenly and passively into a state of body or mind fall v come under, be classified or included come fallacious adj containing or based on a fallacy unsound fallacious adj intended to deceive deceitful,fraudulent fallacious adj based on an incorrect or misleading notion or information fallacy n a misconception resulting from incorrect reasoning fallback n to break off a military action with an enemy disengagement fallen adj having dropped by the force of gravity fallen adj having fallen in or collapsed fallen adj having lost your chastity fallen adj killed in battle faller n a person who fells trees lumberman,lumberjack,logger,feller faller n a person who falls fallibility n the likelihood of making errors infallibility fallible adj likely to fail or make errors infallible fallible adj wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings frail,imperfect,weak falling adj decreasing in amount or degree falling adj becoming lower or less in degree or value rising falling adj coming down freely under the influence of gravity dropping fallout n the radioactive particles that settle to the ground after a nuclear explosion fallout n any adverse and unwanted secondary effect fallow n cultivated land that is not seeded for one or more growing seasons fallow adj left unplowed and unseeded during a growing season fallow adj undeveloped but potentially useful falls n the petals or sepals of a flower that bend downward (especially the outer perianth of an iris) falls n a steep descent of the water of a river waterfall false adj not in accordance with the fact or reality or actuality true false adj arising from error mistaken false adj erroneous and usually accidental false adj deliberately deceptive false adv in a disloyal and faithless manner falsehood n a false statement untruth truth falsehood n the act of rendering something false as by fraudulent changes (of documents or measures etc.) or counterfeiting falsification falsely adv in an insincerely false manner falsely adv in an incorrect manner incorrectly falsetto n a male singing voice with artificially high tones in an upper register falsetto adj artificially high; above the normal voice range falsification n any evidence that helps to establish the falsity of something refutation falsification n a willful perversion of facts misrepresentation falsification n the act of rendering something false as by fraudulent changes (of documents or measures etc.) or counterfeiting falsehood falsification n the act of determining that something is false falsifying,refutation falsify v make false by mutilation or addition; as of a message or story distort,garble,warp falsify v tamper, with the purpose of deception fudge,manipulate,fake,cook,wangle,misrepresent falsify v prove false falsify v falsify knowingly correct falsifying n the act of determining that something is false falsification,refutation falstaff n a dissolute character in Shakespeare's plays falter n the act of pausing uncertainly hesitation,waver,faltering falter v be unsure or weak waver falter v move hesitatingly, as if about to give way waver falter v walk unsteadily stumble,bumble falter v speak haltingly bumble,stutter,stammer faltering n the act of pausing uncertainly hesitation,waver,falter faltering adj unsteady in speech or action fame n the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed celebrity,renown infamy fame n favorable public reputation infamy famed adj widely known and esteemed celebrated,famous,illustrious,notable,noted,renowned familial adj relating to or having the characteristics of a family familial adj occurring among members of a family usually by heredity genetic,hereditary,inherited,transmitted familiar n a person attached to the household of a high official (as a pope or bishop) who renders service in return for support familiar n a friend who is frequently in the company of another companion,comrade,fellow,associate familiar n a spirit (usually in animal form) that acts as an assistant to a witch or wizard familiar adj well known or easily recognized unfamiliar familiar adj within normal everyday experience; common and ordinary; not strange strange familiar adj (usually followed by `with') well informed about or knowing thoroughly conversant familiar adj having mutual interests or affections; of established friendship intimate familiarity n personal knowledge or information about someone or something acquaintance familiarity n usualness by virtue of being familiar or well known unfamiliarity familiarity n close or warm friendship intimacy,closeness familiarity n a casual manner casualness familiarize v make familiar or conversant with acquaint familiarized adj having achieved a comfortable relation with your environment adjusted family n a social unit living together household,house,home family n primary social group; parents and children family n a collection of things sharing a common attribute class,category family n people descended from a common ancestor folk,sept famine n an acute insufficiency dearth,shortage famine n a severe shortage of food (as through crop failure) resulting in violent hunger and starvation and death famished adj extremely hungry ravenous,starved famous adj widely known and esteemed celebrated,famed,illustrious,notable,noted,renowned famously adv in a manner or to an extent that is well known famously adv extremely well excellently,magnificently,splendidly fan n a device for creating a current of air by movement of a surface or surfaces fan n an enthusiastic devotee of sports rooter fan n an ardent follower and admirer buff,devotee,lover fan v strike out (a batter), (of a pitcher) fan v make (an emotion) fiercer fan v agitate the air fan v blow away or off with a current of air winnow fanatic n a person motivated by irrational enthusiasm (as for a cause) fiend fanatic adj marked by excessive enthusiasm for and intense devotion to a cause or idea fanatical,overzealous,rabid fanatical adj marked by excessive enthusiasm for and intense devotion to a cause or idea fanatic,overzealous,rabid fanatically adv in a passionately fanatic manner fanaticism n excessive intolerance of opposing views zealotry fancied adj formed or conceived by the imagination fabricated,fictional,fictitious fancier n a person having a strong liking for something enthusiast fanciful adj indulging in or influenced by fancy notional fanciful adj not based on fact; existing only in the imagination imaginary,notional fanciful adj having a curiously intricate quality fancy n something many people believe that is false illusion,fantasy fancy n imagination or fantasy; held by Coleridge to be more casual and superficial than true imagination fancy n a predisposition to like something fondness,partiality fancy v imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind visualize,envision,project,see,figure,picture,image fancy v have a fancy or particular liking or desire for fancy adj not plain; decorative or ornamented plain fandango n a provocative Spanish courtship dance in triple time; performed by a man and a woman playing castanets fandom n the fans of a sport or famous person fanfare n a gaudy outward display ostentation,flash fanfare n (music) a short lively tune played on brass instruments flourish fang n a Bantu language spoken in Cameroon fang n an appendage of insects that is capable of injecting venom; usually evolved from the legs fang n canine tooth of a carnivorous animal; used to seize and tear its prey fang n hollow or grooved tooth of a venomous snake; used to inject its poison fanion n a small flag used by surveyors or soldiers to mark a position fanlight n a window above a door that is usually hinged to a horizontal crosspiece over the door transom fanlight n a window in a roof to admit daylight skylight fanlight n a semicircular window over a door or window; usually has sash bars like the ribs of a fan fanlike adj resembling a fan fanned adj especially spread in a fan shape fanny n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,bum,buns,can,fundament fanny n external female sex organs fantail n an overhang consisting of the fan-shaped part of the deck extending aft of the sternpost of a ship fantasia n a musical composition of a free form usually incorporating several familiar themes fantasize v indulge in fantasies fantasy fantasize v portray in the mind fantastic adj ludicrously odd antic,fantastical,grotesque fantastic adj extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers grand,howling,marvelous,marvellous,rattling,terrific,tremendous,wonderful fantastic adj fanciful and unrealistic; foolish wild fantastic adj existing in fancy only fantastical fantastical adj existing in fancy only fantastic fantastical adj ludicrously odd antic,fantastic,grotesque fantastically adv exceedingly; extremely fabulously,incredibly fantasy n imagination unrestricted by reality fantasy n fiction with a large amount of imagination in it fantasy n something many people believe that is false illusion,fancy fantasy v indulge in fantasies fantasize faq n a list of questions that are frequently asked (about a given topic) along with their answers faqir n a Muslim or Hindu mendicant monk who is regarded as a holy man fakir far n a terrorist organization that seeks to overthrow the government dominated by Tutsi and to institute Hutu control again far adj located at a great distance in time or space or degree near far adj being of a considerable distance or length far adj being the animal or vehicle on the right or being on the right side of an animal or vehicle far adj beyond a norm in opinion or actions far adv to a considerable degree; very much far adv at or to or from a great distance in space far adv at or to a certain point or degree far adv remote in time farad n the capacitance of a capacitor that has an equal and opposite charge of 1 coulomb on each plate and a voltage difference of 1 volt between t f faraday n the English physicist and chemist who discovered electromagnetic induction (1791-1867) faraway adj very far away in space or time faraway adj far removed mentally farce n a comedy characterized by broad satire and improbable situations travesty farce n mixture of ground raw chicken and mushrooms with pistachios and truffles and onions and parsley and lots of butter and bound with eggs farce v fill with a stuffing while cooking stuff farcical adj broadly or extravagantly humorous; resembling farce ludicrous,ridiculous fardel n a burden (figuratively in the form of a bundle) fare n an agenda of things to do menu fare n the sum charged for riding in a public conveyance transportation fare n a paying (taxi) passenger fare n the food and drink that are regularly served or consumed fare v proceed or get along do,come fare v eat well farewell n an acknowledgment or expression of goodwill at parting farewell n the act of departing politely leave,parting farfetched adj (of an idea or story) so exaggerated or ludicrous as to be improbable farfetched adj (of a theory or explanation) highly imaginative but unlikely and unconvincing fargo n largest city in North Dakota; located in eastern North Dakota on the Red river farina n fine meal made from cereal grain especially wheat; often used as a cooked cereal or in puddings farm n workplace consisting of farm buildings and cultivated land as a unit farm v be a farmer; work as a farmer farm v collect fees or profits farm v cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques grow,raise,produce farmer n a person who operates a farm husbandman,granger farmer n United States civil rights leader who in 1942 founded the Congress of Racial Equality (born in 1920) farmer n an expert on cooking whose cookbook has undergone many editions (1857-1915) farmhand n a hired hand on a farm farmhouse n house for a farmer and family farming n the practice of cultivating the land or raising stock agriculture,husbandry farming n agriculture considered as an occupation or way of life land farming adj relating to farming or agriculture agrarian,agricultural farmington n a town in northwestern New Mexico farmington n a residential town in central Connecticut farmland n a rural area where farming is practiced farmland n arable land that is worked by plowing and sowing and raising crops tillage,tilth farmstead n the buildings and adjacent grounds of a farm farmstead n a farm together with its buildings farmyard n an area adjacent to farm buildings faro n a card game in which players bet against the dealer on the cards he will draw from a dealing box farrago n a motley assortment of things melange,mishmash,hodgepodge farragut n United States admiral who commanded Union ships during the American Civil War (1801-1870) farrell n United States writer remembered for his novels (1904-1979) farrell n United States operatic soprano noted for the clarity and power of her voice (1920-2002) farrier n a person who shoes horses farrow n the production of a litter of pigs farrowing farrow v give birth to (piglets) pig farrowing n the production of a litter of pigs farrow farsi n a person of Iranian descent farsi n the language of Persia (Iran) in any of its ancient forms persian farsighted adj able to see distant objects clearly nearsighted farsighted adj planning prudently for the future long farsightedness n a reduced ability to focus on near objects caused by loss of elasticity of the crystalline lens after age 45 farsightedness n abnormal condition in which vision for distant objects is better than for near objects hyperopia farsightedness n seeing ahead; knowing in advance; foreseeing foresight,prospicience fart n a reflex that expels intestinal gas through the anus farting,flatus,wind fart v expel intestinal gases through the anus farther adj more distant in especially space or time farther adj more distant in especially degree further farther adv to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (`further' is used more often than `farther' in this abstract sense) further farther adv to or at a greater distance in time or space (`farther' is used more frequently than `further' in this physical sense) further farthest adj (comparatives of `far') most remote in space or time or order furthest,utmost,uttermost farthest adv to the greatest distance in space or time (`farthest' is used more often than `furthest' in this physical sense) furthest farthest adv to the greatest degree or extent or most advanced stage (`furthest' is used more often than `farthest' in this abstract sense) furthest farthing n a former British bronze coin worth a quarter of a penny farthingale n a hoop worn beneath a skirt to extend it horizontally; worn by European women in the 16th and 17th centuries farting n a reflex that expels intestinal gas through the anus fart,flatus,wind fartlek n a method of athletic training (especially for runners) in which strenuous effort and normal effort alternate in a continuous exercise fascia n a sheet or band of fibrous connective tissue separating or binding together muscles and organs etc fascia n instrument panel on an automobile or airplane containing dials and controls dashboard fascinate v cause to be interested or curious intrigue fascinate v to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe transfix,grip fascinate v attract; cause to be enamored capture,trance,catch,enamor,captivate,beguile,charm,bewitch fascinated adj having your attention fixated as though by a spell hypnotized,mesmerized,spellbound,transfixed fascinating adj capable of arousing and holding the attention absorbing,engrossing,gripping,riveting fascinating adj capturing interest as if by a spell bewitching,captivating,enchanting fascination n the state of being intensely interested (as by awe or terror) fascination n a feeling of great liking for something wonderful and unusual enchantment fascination n the capacity to attract intense interest fasciola n a genus of Fasciolidae fascism n a political theory advocating an authoritarian hierarchical government (as opposed to democracy or liberalism) fascist n an adherent of fascism or other authoritarian views fascist adj relating to or characteristic of fascism fashion n how something is done or how it happens manner,mode,style,way fashion n characteristic or habitual practice fashion n the latest and most admired style in clothes and cosmetics and behavior fashion n consumer goods (especially clothing) in the current mode fashion v make out of components (often in an improvising manner) forge fashionable adj being or in accordance with current social fashions stylish unfashionable fashionable adj having elegance or taste or refinement in manners or dress stylish fashionable adj popular and considered appealing or fashionable at the time fashionably adv in a fashionable manner fashioned adj planned and made or fashioned artistically fashioning n the act that results in something coming to be devising,making fast n abstaining from food fasting fast v abstain from certain foods, as for religious or medical reasons fast v abstain from eating fast adj acting or moving or capable of acting or moving quickly slow fast adj (used of timepieces) indicating a time ahead of or later than the correct time slow fast adj at a rapid tempo slow fast adj (of surfaces) conducive to rapid speeds fast adv quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form) fast adv firmly or closely tight fastball n (baseball) a pitch thrown with maximum velocity heater,smoke,hummer,bullet fasten v cause to be firmly attached fix,secure fasten v become fixed or fastened fasten v attach to fasten v make tight or tighter tighten fastened adj firmly closed or secured fastened adj furnished or closed with buttons or something buttonlike buttoned fastened adj fastened with strings or cords tied fastener n a person who fastens or makes fast fastener n restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place fastening,holdfast,fixing fastening n restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place fastener,holdfast,fixing fastening n the act of fastening things together attachment faster adv more quickly quicker fastest adv most quickly quickest fastidious adj giving careful attention to detail; hard to please; excessively concerned with cleanliness fastidious adj having complicated nutritional requirements; especially growing only in special artificial cultures exacting fasting n abstaining from food fast fastness n a rate (usually rapid) at which something happens speed,swiftness fastness n the quality of being fixed in place as by some firm attachment fixedness,fixture fastness n a strongly fortified defensive structure stronghold fat n a soft greasy substance occurring in organic tissue and consisting of a mixture of lipids (mostly triglycerides) fat n a kind of body tissue containing stored fat that serves as a source of energy; it also cushions and insulates vital organs fat n excess bodily weight fatness,blubber fat v make fat or plump fatten,plump fat adj having an (over)abundance of flesh thin fat adj having a relatively large diameter fat adj containing or composed of fat fatty fat adj lucrative juicy fatah n a Palestinian political and military organization founded by Yasser Arafat in 1958 to work toward the creation of a Palestinian state; durin fatal adj bringing death nonfatal fatal adj having momentous consequences; of decisive importance fateful fatal adj (of events) having extremely unfortunate or dire consequences; bringing ruin black,calamitous,disastrous,fateful fatal adj controlled or decreed by fate; predetermined fateful fatalism n a submissive mental attitude resulting from acceptance of the doctrine that everything that happens is predetermined and inevitable fatalism n a philosophical doctrine holding that all events are predetermined in advance for all time and human beings are powerless to change them fatalist n anyone who submits to the belief that they are powerless to change their destiny determinist fatalist adj of or relating to fatalism fatalistic fatalistic adj of or relating to fatalism fatalist fatality n a death resulting from an accident or a disaster fatality n the quality of being able to cause death or fatal disasters fatally adv with fatal consequences or implications fate n an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future destiny fate n the ultimate agency regarded as predetermining the course of events (often personified as a woman) destiny fate n your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) fortune,destiny,luck,lot,circumstances,portion fate v decree or designate beforehand destine,doom,designate fated adj (usually followed by `to') determined by tragic fate doomed fateful adj having momentous consequences; of decisive importance fatal fateful adj ominously prophetic foreboding,portentous fateful adj (of events) having extremely unfortunate or dire consequences; bringing ruin black,calamitous,disastrous,fatal fateful adj controlled or decreed by fate; predetermined fatal fatefully adv in a prophetically fateful manner fathead n a man who is a stupid incompetent fool goof,goofball,bozo,jackass,goose,cuckoo,twat,zany father n a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father) mother father n the founder of a family forefather,sire father n `Father' is a term of address for priests in some churches (especially the Roman Catholic Church or the Orthodox Catholic Church); `Padre' i padre father n (Christianity) any of about 70 theologians in the period from the 2nd to the 7th century whose writing established and confirmed official ch father v make (offspring) by reproduction beget,get,engender,mother,sire,generate fatherhood n the kinship relation between an offspring and the father paternity fatherhood n God when considered as the first person in the Trinity father fatherhood n the status of a religious leader fatherhood n the status of a father fatherland n the country where you were born homeland,motherland fatherless adj having no living father fatherless adj not having a known or legally responsible father fatherly adj like or befitting a father or fatherhood; kind and protective fathom n a linear unit of measurement (equal to 6 feet) for water depth fathom n (mining) a unit of volume (equal to 6 cubic feet) used in measuring bodies of ore fathom v come to understand penetrate,bottom fathom v measure the depth of (a body of water) with a sounding line sound fathomable adj (of depth) capable of being sounded or measured for depth unfathomable fathomable adj (of meaning) capable of being penetrated or comprehended fatigue n temporary loss of strength and energy resulting from hard physical or mental work weariness,tiredness fatigue n used of materials (especially metals) in a weakened state caused by long stress fatigue n (always used with a modifier) boredom resulting from overexposure to something fatigue n labor of a nonmilitary kind done by soldiers (cleaning or digging or draining or so on) fatigue v lose interest or become bored with something or somebody tire,pall,weary,jade fatigue v exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress tire,wear,weary,jade fatigued adj drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted exhausted,spent,gone fatigues n military uniform worn by military personnel when doing menial labor fatima n youngest daughter of the prophet Mohammed and wife of the fourth calif Ali; revered especially by Shiite Muslims (606-632) fatless adj without fat or fat solids nonfat fatness n excess bodily weight fat,blubber fatten v make fat or plump fat,plump fattened adj (of market animals) made ready for market fattening adj subject to or used in the process of finishing or fattening up for slaughter fattish adj somewhat fat fatty n a rotund individual butterball fatty adj containing or composed of fat fat nonfat fatuous adj extremely silly or stupid asinine,inane fatwa n a ruling on a point of Islamic law that is given by a recognized authority faucet n a regulator for controlling the flow of a liquid from a reservoir spigot fauld n a piece of armor plate below the breastplate faulkner n United States novelist (originally Falkner) who wrote about people in the southern United States (1897-1962) fault n a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention mistake,error fault n an imperfection in an object or machine defect,flaw fault n the quality of being inadequate or falling short of perfection demerit fault n (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other faulting,shift,fracture,break fault v put or pin the blame on blame faulting n (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other fault,shift,fracture,break faulty adj having a defect defective faulty adj characterized by errors; not agreeing with a model or not following established rules incorrect,wrong faun n ancient Italian deity in human shape, with horns, pointed ears and a goat's tail; equivalent to Greek satyr fauna n all the animal life in a particular region or period zoology flora fauna n a living organism characterized by voluntary movement animal,beast,brute,creature fauntleroy n an excessively polite and well-dressed boy faust n an alchemist of German legend who sold his soul to Mephistopheles in exchange for knowledge faustus faustian adj pertaining to or resembling or befitting Faust or Faustus especially in insatiably striving for worldly knowledge and power even at the pric faustus n an alchemist of German legend who sold his soul to Mephistopheles in exchange for knowledge faust faux adj not genuine or real; being an imitation of the genuine article fake,false,imitation,simulated favor n an act of gracious kindness favour favor n an advantage to the benefit of someone or something favour favor n an inclination to approve favour favor n a feeling of favorable regard favour favor v promote over another prefer,favour favor v consider as the favorite favour favor v treat gently or carefully favour favor v bestow a privilege upon privilege,favour favorable adj encouraging or approving or pleasing favourable unfavorable favorable adj (of winds or weather) tending to promote or facilitate favourable unfavorable favorable adj presaging or likely to bring good luck or a good outcome golden,favourable,lucky,prosperous favorable adj giving an advantage advantageous,favourable favorably adv showing approval unfavorably favored adj preferred above all others and treated with partiality favorite,favourite,pet,preferred favorite n something regarded with special favor or liking favourite favorite n a special loved one darling,favourite,pet,dearie,deary,ducky favorite n a competitor thought likely to win favourite favorite adj appealing to the general public favourite favorite adj preferred above all others and treated with partiality favored,favourite,pet,preferred favoritism n an inclination to favor some person or group favoritism n unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of prejudice discrimination favour n a feeling of favorable regard favor favour n an inclination to approve favor favour n an advantage to the benefit of someone or something favor favour n souvenir consisting of a small gift given to a guest at a party favor favour v treat gently or carefully favor favour v bestow a privilege upon privilege,favor favour v promote over another prefer,favor favour v consider as the favorite favor favourable adj encouraging or approving or pleasing favorable favourable adj (of winds or weather) tending to promote or facilitate favorable favourable adj giving an advantage advantageous,favorable favourable adj presaging or likely to bring good luck or a good outcome golden,favorable,lucky,prosperous favourite n a competitor thought likely to win favorite favourite n a special loved one darling,favorite,pet,dearie,deary,ducky favourite n something regarded with special favor or liking favorite favourite adj appealing to the general public favorite favourite adj preferred above all others and treated with partiality favored,favorite,pet,preferred favus n a contagious fungal infection of the scalp; occurs mainly in Africa and the Middle East fawkes n English conspirator who was executed for his role in a plot to blow up James I and the Houses of Parliament (1570-1606) fawn n a color or pigment varying around a light grey-brown color dun fawn n a young deer fawn v show submission or fear crawl,creep,cringe,cower,grovel fawn v try to gain favor by cringing or flattering toady,truckle,bootlick,kowtow fawn v have fawns fawner n someone who humbles himself as a sign of respect; who behaves as if he had no self-respect fawning adj attempting to win favor from influential people by flattery obsequious,sycophantic fawning adj attempting to win favor by flattery sycophantic fax n duplicator that transmits the copy by wire or radio facsimile fax v send something via a facsimile machine telefax,facsimile fay n a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers fairy,sprite faze v disturb the composure of unnerve,unsettle fazed adj caused to show discomposure bothered,daunted fbi n a federal law enforcement agency that is the principal investigative arm of the Department of Justice fcc n an independent government agency that regulates interstate and international communications by radio and television and wire and cable and s fda n a federal agency in the Department of Health and Human Services established to regulate the release of new foods and health-related products fe n a heavy ductile magnetic metallic element; is silver-white in pure form but readily rusts; used in construction and tools and armament; play iron fealty n the loyalty that citizens owe to their country (or subjects to their sovereign) allegiance fear n an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight) fright fearlessness fear n an anxious feeling concern,care fear n a feeling of profound respect for someone or something reverence,awe,veneration fear v be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event fear v be afraid or scared of; be frightened of dread fear v be sorry; used to introduce an unpleasant statement fear v be uneasy or apprehensive about fearful adj experiencing or showing fear fearful adj causing fear or dread or terror awful,dire,dread,dreaded,dreadful,fearsome,frightening,horrendous fearful adj lacking courage; ignobly timid and faint-hearted cowardly fearful adj extremely distressing frightful fearfully adv in fear fearfully adv in an alarming manner fearless adj oblivious of dangers or perils or calmly resolute in facing them unafraid fearless adj invulnerable to fear or intimidation audacious,brave,dauntless,hardy,intrepid fearlessness n feeling no fear bravery fear fearlessness n the trait of feeling no fear fearsome adj causing fear or dread or terror awful,dire,dread,dreaded,dreadful,fearful,frightening,horrendous feasibility n the quality of being doable feasible adj capable of being done with means at hand and circumstances as they are practicable,viable,workable feasibly adv in a practicable manner; so as to be feasible feast n a ceremonial dinner party for many people banquet feast n something experienced with great delight feast n a meal that is well prepared and greatly enjoyed banquet,spread feast n an elaborate party (often outdoors) fete,fiesta feast v partake in a feast or banquet banquet,junket feast v provide a feast or banquet for banquet,junket feast v gratify feed feasting n eating an elaborate meal (often accompanied by entertainment) feat n a notable achievement effort,exploit feather n the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds plume,plumage feather n turning an oar parallel to the water between pulls feathering feather v join tongue and groove, in carpentry feather v cover or fit with feathers feather v turn the paddle; in canoeing square feather v turn the oar, while rowing square featherbed n a mattress stuffed with feathers featherbed v treat with excessive indulgence pamper,cosset,cocker,baby,coddle,mollycoddle,spoil,indulge featherbed v hire more workers than are necessary featherbedding n the practice (usually by a labor union) of requiring an employer to hire more workers than are required feathered adj adorned with feathers or plumes feathery feathered adj having or covered with feathers feathering n turning an oar parallel to the water between pulls feather featherless adj having no feathers featherweight n an amateur boxer who weighs no more than 126 pounds featherweight n weighs 126-139 pounds featherweight n a professional boxer who weighs between 123 and 126 pounds feathery adj resembling or suggesting a feather or feathers feathery adj characterized by a covering of feathers feathery adj adorned with feathers or plumes feathered feature n a prominent attribute or aspect of something characteristic feature n the characteristic parts of a person's face: eyes and nose and mouth and chin feature n the principal (full-length) film in a program at a movie theater feature n a special or prominent article in a newspaper or magazine feature v have as a feature have feature v wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner sport,boast featured adj made a feature or highlight; given prominence featured adj having facial features as specified; usually used in combination featureless adj lacking distinguishing characteristics or features february n the month following January and preceding March fecal adj of or relating to feces feces n solid excretory product evacuated from the bowels stool,dejection feckless adj not fit to assume responsibility feckless adj generally incompetent and ineffectual inept fecund adj capable of producing offspring or vegetation fecund adj intellectually productive fertile,prolific fecundity n the intellectual productivity of a creative imagination fecundity n the state of being fertile; capable of producing offspring fertility fecundity n the quality of something that causes or assists healthy growth fed n any federal law-enforcement officer federal fed n the central bank of the United States; incorporates 12 Federal Reserve branch banks and all national banks and state-chartered commercial ba federal n a member of the Union Army during the American Civil War federal n any federal law-enforcement officer fed federal adj national; especially in reference to the government of the United States as distinct from that of its member units federal adj of or relating to the central government of a federation federal adj being of or having to do with the northern United States and those loyal to the Union during the American Civil War union federal adj characterized by or constituting a form of government in which power is divided between one central and several regional authorities unitary federalism n the idea of a federal organization of more or less self-governing units federalist n a member of a former political party in the United States that favored a strong centralized federal government federalist n an advocate of federalism federalize v unite on a federal basis or band together as a league federate federalize v put under the control and authority of a federal government federalize v enter into a league for a common purpose federate federally adv by federal government federate v enter into a league for a common purpose federalize federate v unite on a federal basis or band together as a league federalize federate adj united under a central government federated federated adj united under a central government federate federation n an organization formed by merging several groups or parties federation n a union of political organizations confederation,confederacy federation n the act of constituting a political unity out of a number of separate states or colonies or provinces so that each member retains the manage fedora n a hat made of felt with a creased crown homburg,stetson,trilby fee n a fixed charge for a privilege or for professional services fee n an interest in land capable of being inherited fee v give a tip or gratuity to in return for a service, beyond the compensation agreed on tip,bung feeble adj pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness lame feeble adj lacking strength or vigor faint feeble adj lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality decrepit,infirm,rickety,sapless,weak,weakly feeble adj lacking strength nerveless feebly adv in a faint and feeble manner feebly adv in a halting and feeble manner feed n food for domestic livestock provender feed v provide as food feed v give food to give starve feed v feed into; supply feed v introduce continuously feedback n the process in which part of the output of a system is returned to its input in order to regulate its further output feedback n response to an inquiry or experiment feeder n an animal being fattened or suitable for fattening feeder n someone who consumes food for nourishment eater feeder n a branch that flows into the main stream tributary,confluent,affluent feeder n a machine that automatically provides a supply of some material feeding n the act of consuming food eating feeding n the act of supplying food and nourishment feel n an intuitive awareness feel n the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people spirit,tone,feeling,flavor,look,smell feel n a property perceived by touch feel n manual stimulation of the genital area for sexual pleasure feel v undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind experience feel v come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds find feel v perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles sense feel v be conscious of a physical, mental, or emotional state feeler n one of a pair of mobile appendages on the head of e.g. insects and crustaceans; typically sensitive to touch and taste antenna feeler n a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others overture,advance,approach feeler n sensitivity similar to that of a receptor organ antenna feeler n slender tactile process on the jaws of a fish barbel feeling n the experiencing of affective and emotional states feeling n a vague idea in which some confidence is placed impression,belief,notion,opinion feeling n the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people spirit,tone,feel,flavor,look,smell feeling n a physical sensation that you experience feelings n emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity) feign v make believe with the intent to deceive sham,pretend,affect,dissemble feign v make a pretence of simulate,assume,sham feigned adj not genuine feigning n pretending with intention to deceive pretense,pretence,dissembling feigning n the act of giving a false appearance pretense,pretence,pretending,simulation feint n any distracting or deceptive maneuver (as a mock attack) feint v deceive by a mock action feist n a nervous belligerent little mongrel dog fice feisty adj showing courage plucky,spunky feisty adj quick to take offense huffy,touchy feldspar n any of a group of hard crystalline minerals that consist of aluminum silicates of potassium or sodium or calcium or barium felicia n genus of tropical African herbs or subshrubs with usually blue flowers felicitate v express congratulations congratulate felicitous adj exhibiting an agreeably appropriate manner or style felicitous adj marked by good fortune happy felicity n pleasing and appropriate manner or style (especially manner or style of expression) felicity n state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy happiness feline n any of various lithe-bodied roundheaded fissiped mammals, many with retractile claws feline adj of or relating to cats felis n type genus of the Felidae: true cats and most wildcats fell n the dressed skin of an animal (especially a large animal) hide fell n seam made by turning under or folding together and stitching the seamed materials to avoid rough edges fell n the act of felling something (as a tree) fell v cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow drop fell v pass away rapidly fly,vanish fell v sew a seam by folding the edges fell adj (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering barbarous,brutal,cruel,roughshod,savage,vicious fella n a boy or man chap,fellow,feller,lad,gent,blighter,cuss,bloke fellah n an agricultural laborer in Arab countries fellate v provide sexual gratification through oral stimulation suck,blow fellatio n oral stimulation of the penis feller n a person who fells trees lumberman,lumberjack,logger,faller feller n a boy or man chap,fellow,fella,lad,gent,blighter,cuss,bloke fellini n Italian filmmaker (1920-1993) fellow n a boy or man chap,feller,fella,lad,gent,blighter,cuss,bloke fellow n a friend who is frequently in the company of another companion,comrade,familiar,associate fellow n a person who is member of one's class or profession colleague,confrere fellow n one of a pair mate fellowship n an association of people who share common beliefs or activities family fellowship n the state of being with someone company,companionship,society fellowship n money granted (by a university or foundation or other agency) for advanced study or research felon n someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime criminal,crook,outlaw,malefactor felon n a purulent infection at the end of a finger or toe in the area surrounding the nail whitlow felonious adj involving or being or having the nature of a crime criminal felony n a serious crime (such as murder or arson) felt n a fabric made of compressed matted animal fibers felt v mat together and make felt-like felt v cover with felt felt v change texture so as to become matted and felt-like matte,mat felucca n a fast narrow sailing ship of the Mediterranean fema n an independent agency of the United States government that provides a single point of accountability for all federal emergency preparedness female n an animal that produces gametes (ova) that can be fertilized by male gametes (spermatozoa) male female n a person who belongs to the sex that can have babies male female adj being the sex (of plant or animal) that produces fertilizable gametes (ova) from which offspring develop androgynous,male female adj characteristic of or peculiar to a woman female adj for or pertaining to or composed of women or girls femaleness n the properties characteristic of the female sex feminine n a gender that refers chiefly (but not exclusively) to females or to objects classified as female feminine adj associated with women and not with men masculine feminine adj of grammatical gender neuter,masculine feminine adj befitting or characteristic of a woman especially a mature woman womanly feminine adj (music or poetry) ending on an unaccented beat or syllable femininity n the trait of behaving in ways considered typical for women masculinity feminism n a doctrine that advocates equal rights for women feminism n the movement aimed at equal rights for women feminist n a supporter of feminism libber feminist adj of or relating to or advocating equal rights for women femoral adj of or relating to or near the femur or thigh femur n the longest and thickest bone of the human skeleton; extends from the pelvis to the knee fen n 100 fen equal 1 yuan in China fen n low-lying wet land with grassy vegetation; usually is a transition zone between land and water marsh,marshland fence n a barrier that serves to enclose an area fencing fence n a dealer in stolen property fence v enclose with a fence fence v receive stolen goods fence v fight with fencing swords fence v surround with a wall in order to fortify wall,palisade,surround fencer n someone skilled at fencing swordsman fencing n a barrier that serves to enclose an area fence fencing n material for building fences fencing n the art or sport of fighting with swords (especially the use of foils or epees or sabres to score points under a set of rules) fend v try to manage without help fend v withstand the force of something resist,stand fender n a barrier that surrounds the wheels of a vehicle to block splashing water or mud wing fender n an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track buffer,pilot fender n a low metal guard to confine falling coals to a hearth fender n a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact buffer fennel n any of several aromatic herbs having edible seeds and leaves and stems fennel n aromatic bulbous stem base eaten cooked or raw in salads fennel n leaves used for seasoning fennel n fennel seeds are ground and used as a spice or as an ingredient of a spice mixture fentanyl n trade names of a narcotic analgesic that can be inhaled and that acts on the central nervous system and may become addictive; used as a vete fenugreek n annual herb or southern Europe and eastern Asia having off-white flowers and aromatic seeds used medicinally and in curry fenugreek n aromatic seeds used as seasoning especially in curry feoff n a piece of land held under the feudal system fief feral adj wild and menacing savage ferdinand n the king of Castile and Aragon who ruled jointly with his wife Isabella; his marriage to Isabella I in 1469 marked the beginning of the mode feria n a weekday on which no festival or holiday is celebrated feria n (in Spanish speaking regions) a local festival or fair, usually in honor of some patron saint fermat n French mathematician who founded number theory; contributed (with Pascal) to the theory of probability (1601-1665) ferment n a state of agitation or turbulent change or development agitation,fermentation,unrest ferment n a substance capable of bringing about fermentation ferment n a process in which an agent causes an organic substance to break down into simpler substances; especially, the anaerobic breakdown of sugar fermentation,fermenting ferment v be in an agitated or excited state ferment v work up into agitation or excitement ferment v cause to undergo fermentation work ferment v go sour or spoil sour,turn,work fermentation n a state of agitation or turbulent change or development agitation,ferment,unrest fermentation n a process in which an agent causes an organic substance to break down into simpler substances; especially, the anaerobic breakdown of sugar fermenting,ferment fermenting n a process in which an agent causes an organic substance to break down into simpler substances; especially, the anaerobic breakdown of sugar fermentation,ferment fermium n a radioactive transuranic metallic element produced by bombarding plutonium with neutrons fm fern n any of numerous flowerless and seedless vascular plants having true roots from a rhizome and fronds that uncurl upward; reproduce by spores fernlike adj resembling ferns especially in leaf shape ferocious adj marked by extreme and violent energy fierce,furious,savage ferociously adv in a physically fierce manner fiercely ferocity n the property of being wild or turbulent fury,vehemence,violence,wildness ferrara n a city in northern Italy ferret n musteline mammal of prairie regions of United States; nearly extinct ferret n domesticated albino variety of the European polecat bred for hunting rats and rabbits ferret v hound or harry relentlessly ferret v hunt with ferrets ferret v search and discover through persistent investigation ferric adj of or relating to or containing iron ferrous ferrite n a solid solution in which alpha iron is the solvent ferromagnetic adj relating to or demonstrating ferromagnetism ferromagnetism n phenomenon exhibited by materials like iron (nickel or cobalt) that become magnetized in a magnetic field and retain their magnetism when th ferrous adj of or relating to or containing iron ferric ferrule n a metal cap or band placed on a wooden pole to prevent splitting collet ferry n a boat that transports people or vehicles across a body of water and operates on a regular schedule ferryboat ferry n transport by boat or aircraft ferrying ferry v transport from one place to another ferry v transport by ferry ferry v travel by ferry ferryboat n a boat that transports people or vehicles across a body of water and operates on a regular schedule ferry ferrying n transport by boat or aircraft ferry ferryman n a man who operates a ferry fertile adj capable of reproducing sterile fertile adj intellectually productive fecund,prolific fertile adj bearing in abundance especially offspring prolific fertile adj marked by great fruitfulness fat,productive,rich fertility n the ratio of live births in an area to the population of that area; expressed per 1000 population per year fertility n the state of being fertile; capable of producing offspring fecundity infertility fertility n the property of producing abundantly and sustaining vigorous and luxuriant growth richness fertilization n creation by the physical union of male and female gametes; of sperm and ova in an animal or pollen and ovule in a plant impregnation fertilization n making fertile as by applying fertilizer or manure dressing fertilize v provide with fertilizers or add nutrients to feed fertilize v make fertile or productive fertilize v introduce semen into (a female) inseminate fertilizer n any substance such as manure or a mixture of nitrates used to make soil more fertile ferule n a switch (a stick or cane or flat paddle) used to punish children fervent adj characterized by intense emotion ardent,fervid,fiery,impassioned,torrid fervent adj (archaic) extremely hot, burning, or glowing fervid fervently adv with passionate fervor fervid adj characterized by intense emotion ardent,fervent,fiery,impassioned,torrid fervid adj (archaic) extremely hot, burning, or glowing fervent fervor n feelings of great warmth and intensity ardor,fire fervor n the state of being emotionally aroused and worked up excitement,excitation,inflammation fescue n grass with wide flat leaves cultivated in Europe and America for permanent pasture and hay and for lawns fess n (heraldry) an ordinary consisting of a broad horizontal band across a shield fester n a sore that has become inflamed and formed pus fester v ripen and generate pus festering n (medicine) the formation of morbific matter in an abscess or a vesicle and the discharge of pus maturation festering n a fluid product of inflammation pus,ichor festival n a day or period of time set aside for feasting and celebration festival n an organized series of acts and performances (usually in one place) fete festive adj offering fun and gaiety gay,merry festivity n any joyous diversion celebration festoon n a curtain of fabric draped and bound at intervals to form graceful curves festoon n an embellishment consisting of a decorative representation of a string of flowers suspended between two points; used on pottery or in archit festoon n flower chains suspended in curves between points as a decoration festoon v decorate with strings of flowers fet n a transistor in which most current flows in a channel whose effective resistance can be controlled by a transverse electric field fetal adj of or relating to a fetus fetch n the action of fetching fetch v go or come after and bring or take back bring,get,convey fetch v be sold for a certain price bring fetch v take away or remove fetching adj very attractive; capturing interest taking,winning fete n an elaborate party (often outdoors) feast,fiesta fete n an organized series of acts and performances (usually in one place) festival fete v have a celebration celebrate fetid adj offensively malodorous foul,funky,noisome,smelly,stinking fetish n a form of sexual desire in which gratification depends to an abnormal degree on some object or item of clothing or part of the body fetish n a charm superstitiously believed to embody magical powers juju,voodoo,hoodoo fetish n excessive or irrational devotion to some activity fetishism n a belief in the magical power of fetishes (or the worship of a fetish) fetishism n sexual arousal or gratification resulting from handling a fetish (or a specific part of the body other than the sexual organs) fetishist n one who engages in fetishism (especially of a sexual nature) fetor n a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant malodor,stench,stink,reek fetter n a shackle for the ankles or feet hobble fetter v restrain with fetters shackle fettered adj bound by chains fastened around the ankles shackled fettle n a state of fitness and good health fettle v remove mold marks or sand from (a casting) fetus n an unborn or unhatched vertebrate in the later stages of development showing the main recognizable features of the mature animal feud n a bitter quarrel between two parties feud v carry out a feud feudal adj of or relating to or characteristic of feudalism feudalistic feudalism n the social system that developed in Europe in the 8th century; vassals were protected by lords who they had to serve in war feudalistic adj of or relating to or characteristic of feudalism feudal fever n a rise in the temperature of the body; frequently a symptom of infection feverishness fever n intense nervous anticipation fevered adj highly or nervously excited feverfew n bushy aromatic European perennial herb having clusters of buttonlike white-rayed flower heads; valued traditionally for medicinal uses; some feverish adj marked by intense agitation or emotion hectic feverish adj of or relating to or characterized by fever feverish adj having or affected by a fever feverishly adv in a feverish manner feverishness n a rise in the temperature of the body; frequently a symptom of infection fever few n a small elite group few adj a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by `a'; a small but indefinite number many fewer adj (comparative of `few' used with count nouns) quantifier meaning a smaller number of more fewest adj (superlative of `few' used with count nouns and usually preceded by `the') quantifier meaning the smallest in number most fey adj slightly insane touched fey adj suggestive of an elf in strangeness and otherworldliness elfin fez n a city in north central Morocco; religious center fez n a felt cap (usually red) for a man; shaped like a flat-topped cone with a tassel that hangs from the crown fiance n a man who is engaged to be married fiancee n a woman who is engaged to be married fiasco n a sudden and violent collapse debacle fiat n a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge) decree,edict,order fib n a trivial lie story,tale fib v tell a relatively insignificant lie fiber n a slender and greatly elongated substance capable of being spun into yarn fibre fiber n coarse, indigestible plant food low in nutrients; its bulk stimulates intestinal peristalsis roughage fiber n any of several elongated, threadlike cells (especially a muscle fiber or a nerve fiber) fibre fiber n the inherent complex of attributes that determines a persons moral and ethical actions and reactions character,fibre fiberboard n wallboard composed of wood chips or shavings bonded together with resin and compressed into rigid sheets fiberglass n a covering material made of glass fibers in resins fibre n a slender and greatly elongated substance capable of being spun into yarn fiber fibre n any of several elongated, threadlike cells (especially a muscle fiber or a nerve fiber) fiber fibre n the inherent complex of attributes that determines a persons moral and ethical actions and reactions character,fiber fibre n a leatherlike material made by compressing layers of paper or cloth fiber fibril n a very slender natural or synthetic fiber filament,strand fibrillation n muscular twitching involving individual muscle fibers acting without coordination fibrillation n act or process of forming fibrils fibrin n a white insoluble fibrous protein formed by the action of thrombin on fibrinogen when blood clots; it forms a network that traps red cells a fibroid n benign tumor containing fibrous tissue (especially in the uterus) fibroma n nonmalignant tumor of connective tissue fibrosis n development of excess fibrous connective tissue in an organ fibrous adj having or resembling fibers especially fibers used in making cordage such as those of jute hempen fibrous adj (of meat) full of sinews; especially impossible to chew sinewy,stringy fibula n the outer and thinner of the two bones of the human leg between the knee and ankle fice n a nervous belligerent little mongrel dog feist fickle adj marked by erratic changeableness in affections or attachments volatile fickle adj liable to sudden unpredictable change erratic,mercurial,quicksilver fickleness n unfaithfulness by virtue of being unreliable or treacherous inconstancy fictile adj of or relating to the craft of pottery fictile adj susceptible to being led or directed pliable fictile adj capable of being molded or modeled (especially of earth or clay or other soft material) moldable,plastic fiction n a literary work based on the imagination and not necessarily on fact fiction n a deliberately false or improbable account fabrication,fable fictional adj related to or involving literary fiction fictional adj formed or conceived by the imagination fabricated,fancied,fictitious fictionalize v make into fiction retell fictionalize v convert into the form or the style of a novel fictitious adj formed or conceived by the imagination fabricated,fancied,fictional fictitious adj adopted in order to deceive assumed,false,pretended,sham ficus n large genus of tropical trees or shrubs or climbers including fig trees fiddle n bowed stringed instrument that is the highest member of the violin family; this instrument has four strings and a hollow body and an unfrett violin fiddle v avoid (one's assigned duties) shirk fiddle v commit fraud and steal from one's employer fiddle v play the violin or fiddle fiddle v play on a violin fiddlehead n tall fern of northern temperate regions having graceful arched fronds and sporophylls resembling ostrich plumes fiddlehead n New World fern having woolly cinnamon-colored spore-bearing fronds in early spring later surrounded by green fronds; the early uncurling fro fiddler n a musician who plays the violin violinist fiddler n someone who manipulates in a nervous or unconscious manner fiddler n an unskilled person who tries to fix or mend tinkerer fiddling adj (informal) small and of little importance lilliputian,little,piddling,petty,picayune,trivial fidelity n accuracy with which an electronic system reproduces the sound or image of its input signal fidelity n the quality of being faithful faithfulness infidelity fidget n a feeling of agitation expressed in continual motion restlessness fidget v move restlessly fidgety adj nervous and unable to relax antsy,fretful,itchy fiducial adj relating to or of the nature of a legal trust (i.e. the holding of something in trust for another) fiduciary fiducial adj used as a fixed standard of reference for comparison or measurement fiducial adj based on trust fiduciary n a person who holds assets in trust for a beneficiary fiduciary adj relating to or of the nature of a legal trust (i.e. the holding of something in trust for another) fiducial fief n a piece of land held under the feudal system feoff fiefdom n the domain controlled by a feudal lord fiefdom n an organization that is controlled by a dominant person or group field n a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed field n a region where a battle is being (or has been) fought battlefield,battleground field n somewhere (away from a studio or office or library or laboratory) where practical work is done or data is collected field n a branch of knowledge discipline,subject,study,bailiwick field v catch or pick up (balls) in baseball or cricket field v play as a fielder field v answer adequately or successfully field v select (a team or individual player) for a game fielder n a member of the baseball team that is in the field instead of at bat fielder n a member of the cricket team that is fielding rather than batting fieldfare n medium-sized Eurasian thrush seen chiefly in winter snowbird fielding n (baseball) handling the ball while playing in the field fielding n English novelist and dramatist (1707-1754) fields n United States comedian and film actor (1880-1946) fieldwork n a temporary fortification built by troops in the field fiend n a cruel wicked and inhuman person monster,devil,demon,ogre fiend n an evil supernatural being devil,demon,daemon,daimon fiend n a person motivated by irrational enthusiasm (as for a cause) fanatic fiendish adj extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell demonic,diabolical,hellish,infernal,satanic,unholy fierce adj marked by extreme and violent energy ferocious,furious,savage fierce adj marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid tearing,vehement,violent fierce adj ruthless in competition cutthroat fierce adj violently agitated and turbulent boisterous,rough fiercely adv in a physically fierce manner ferociously fiercely adv in an emotionally fierce manner fiery adj characterized by intense emotion ardent,fervent,fervid,impassioned,torrid fiery adj like or suggestive of fire igneous fiery adj very intense flaming fiesta n an elaborate party (often outdoors) fete,feast fife n a small high-pitched flute similar to a piccolo; has a shrill tone and is used chiefly to accompany drums in a marching band fifteen n the cardinal number that is the sum of fourteen and one fifteen adj being one more than fourteen fifteenth n position 15 in a countable series of things fifteenth adj coming next after the fourteenth and just before the sixteenth in position fifth n a quantity of liquor equal to one fifth of a United States gallon fifth n position five in a countable series of things fifth n one part in five equal parts fifth n the musical interval between one note and another five notes away from it fifth adj coming next after the fourth and just before the sixth in position fifties n the decade from 1950 to 1959 fifties n the time of life between 50 and 60 fiftieth n position 50 in a countable series of things fiftieth adj the ordinal number of fifty in counting order fifty n the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five l fifty n a United States bill worth 50 dollars fifty adj being ten more than forty l fig n a diagram or picture illustrating textual material figure fig n Mediterranean tree widely cultivated for its edible fruit fig n a Libyan terrorist group organized in 1995 and aligned with al-Qaeda; seeks to radicalize the Libyan government; attempted to assassinate Qa fig n fleshy sweet pear-shaped yellowish or purple multiple fruit eaten fresh or preserved or dried fight n a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war battle,conflict,engagement fight n the act of fighting; any contest or struggle fighting,combat,scrap fight n an aggressive willingness to compete competitiveness fight n an intense verbal dispute fight v be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight contend,struggle fight v fight against or resist strongly oppose,defend fight v make a strenuous or labored effort struggle fight v exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate f crusade,press,campaign,push,agitate fighter n someone who fights (or is fighting) combatant,belligerent fighter n a high-speed military or naval airplane designed to destroy enemy aircraft in the air fighter n someone who fights for a cause champion,hero,paladin fighting n the act of fighting; any contest or struggle fight,combat,scrap fighting adj engaged in or ready for military or naval operations active figment n a contrived or fantastic idea figural adj consisting of or forming human or animal figures figurative figuration n representing figuratively as by emblem or allegory figuration n decorating with a design figurative adj (used of the meanings of words or text) not literal; using figures of speech literal figurative adj consisting of or forming human or animal figures figural figuratively adv in a figurative sense literally figure n a diagram or picture illustrating textual material fig figure n alternative names for the body of a human being soma,build,physique,anatomy,shape,bod,chassis,frame figure n one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration digit figure n a model of a bodily form (especially of a person) figure v judge to be probable calculate,estimate,reckon,forecast figure v be or play a part of or in enter figure v imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind visualize,envision,project,fancy,see,picture,image figure v make a mathematical calculation or computation calculate,cipher,cypher,compute,reckon figured adj (of e.g. fabric design) adorned with patterns figurehead n a person used as a cover for some questionable activity front figurehead n figure on the bow of some sailing vessels figurine n a small carved or molded figure statuette figuring n problem solving that involves numbers or quantities calculation,computation,reckoning fiji n an independent state within the British Commonwealth located on the Fiji Islands fijian n a native or inhabitant of Fiji fijian n the Oceanic language spoken on Fiji fijian adj of or relating to Fiji or its people or language or culture filament n a very slender natural or synthetic fiber fibril,strand filament n the stalk of a stamen filament n a threadlike structure (as a chainlike series of cells) filum filament n a thin wire (usually tungsten) that is heated white hot by the passage of an electric current filar adj related to or having filaments (especially across a field of view as in the eyepiece of a telescope) filaria n European weed naturalized in southwestern United States and Mexico having reddish decumbent stems with small fernlike leaves and small deep clocks filaria n slender threadlike roundworms living in the blood and tissues of vertebrates; transmitted as larvae by biting insects filbert n small nut-bearing tree much grown in Europe filbert n nut of any of several trees of the genus Corylus hazelnut,cob filch v make off with belongings of others pilfer,cabbage,purloin,pinch,abstract,snarf,swipe,hook file n a set of related records (either written or electronic) kept together file n a line of persons or things ranged one behind the other file n office furniture consisting of a container for keeping papers in order file n a steel hand tool with small sharp teeth on some or all of its surfaces; used for smoothing wood or metal file v record in a public office or in a court of law register file v smooth with a file file v proceed in line file v file a formal charge against charge,lodge filer n a party who files a notice with a law court filer n a clerk who is employed to maintain the files of an organization filet n a boneless steak cut from the tenderloin of beef fillet filet n a longitudinal slice or boned side of a fish fillet filet n lace having a square mesh filet v decorate with a lace of geometric designs fillet filet v cut into filets fillet filial adj designating the generation or the sequence of generations following the parental generation parental filial adj relating to or characteristic of or befitting an offspring parental filibuster n a legislator who gives long speeches in an effort to delay or obstruct legislation that he (or she) opposes filibuster n (law) a tactic for delaying or obstructing legislation by making long speeches filibuster v obstruct deliberately by delaying filigree n delicate and intricate ornamentation (usually in gold or silver or other fine twisted wire) filigree v make filigree, as with a precious metal filing n the entering of a legal document into the public record filing n a fragment rubbed off by the use of a file filing n the act of using a file (as in shaping or smoothing an object) filing n preservation and methodical arrangement as of documents and papers etc. filipino n a native or inhabitant of the Philippines filipino n official language of the Philippines; based on Tagalog; draws its lexicon from other Philippine languages philippine filipino adj of or relating to or characteristic of the Philippines or its people or customs philippine fill n a quantity sufficient to satisfy fill n any material that fills a space or container filling fill v make full, also in a metaphorical sense empty fill v become full empty fill v occupy the whole of occupy fill v assume, as of positions or roles take,occupy filled adj (usually followed by `with' or used as a combining form) generously supplied with filled adj of purchase orders that have been filled unfilled filled adj (of time) taken up filler n used for filling cracks or holes in a surface filler n 100 filler equal 1 forint in Hungary filler n copy to fill space between more important articles in the layout of a magazine or newspaper filler n anything added to fill out a whole fillet n a boneless steak cut from the tenderloin of beef filet fillet n a longitudinal slice or boned side of a fish filet fillet n a bundle of sensory nerve fibers going to the thalamus fillet n a narrow headband or strip of ribbon worn as a headband fillet v decorate with a lace of geometric designs filet fillet v cut into filets filet filling n any material that fills a space or container fill filling n flow into something (as a container) filling n a food mixture used to fill pastry or sandwiches etc. filling n the yarn woven across the warp yarn in weaving woof,weft,pick fillip n anything that tends to arouse bonus fillmore n elected vice president and became the 13th President of the United States when Zachary Taylor died in office (1800-1874) filly n a young female horse under the age of four film n a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement movie,picture,pic,flick film n a medium that disseminates moving pictures cinema,celluloid film n photographic material consisting of a base of celluloid covered with a photographic emulsion; used to make negatives or transparencies film n a thin coating or layer film v make a film or photograph of something shoot,take film v record in film filmed adj recorded on film; made into a movie filming n the act of making a film cinematography filmmaker n a producer of motion pictures fils n 100 Yemeni fils are worth one Yemeni rial fils n a fractional monetary unit in Bahrain and Iraq and Jordan and Kuwait; equal to one thousandth of a dinar filter n device that removes something from whatever passes through it filter n an electrical device that alters the frequency spectrum of signals passing through it filter v remove by passing through a filter strain filter v pass through percolate,permeate filter v run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream trickle,dribble filth n any substance considered disgustingly foul or unpleasant crud,skank filth n the state of being covered with unclean things dirt,grime,soil,stain,grease,grunge filth n a state characterized by foul or disgusting dirt and refuse foulness,nastiness filth n an offensive or indecent word or phrase obscenity,smut filthy adj disgustingly dirty; filled or smeared with offensive matter foul,nasty filthy adj vile; despicable dirty,lousy filthy adj characterized by obscenity foul,nasty,smutty filtration n the process whereby fluids pass through a filter or a filtering medium filtration n the act of changing a fluid by passing it through a filter filum n a threadlike structure (as a chainlike series of cells) filament fin n the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one five,v,cinque,quint,quintet,fivesome,quintuplet,pentad fin n one of a pair of decorations projecting above the rear fenders of an automobile fin n one of a set of parallel slats in a door or window to admit air and reject rain louver,louvre fin n a shoe for swimming; the paddle-like front is an aid in swimming (especially underwater) flipper fin v equip (a car) with fins fin v propel oneself through the water in a finning motion fin v show the fins above the water while swimming finagle v achieve something by means of trickery or devious methods wangle,manage finagler n a deceiver who uses crafty misleading methods wangler final n the final match between the winners of all previous matches in an elimination tournament final n an examination administered at the end of an academic term final adj occurring at or forming an end or termination concluding,last,terminal final adj conclusive in a process or progression last,net final adj not to be altered or undone last finale n the closing section of a musical composition coda finale n the temporal end; the concluding time finish,last,conclusion,close finale n the concluding part of any performance close finalist n a contestant who reaches the final stages of a competition finality n the quality of being final or definitely settled decisiveness finalize v make final; put the last touches on; put into final form settle finally adv after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay eventually finally adv as the end result of a succession or process ultimately finally adv the item at the end last,lastly finance n the commercial activity of providing funds and capital finance n the branch of economics that studies the management of money and other assets finance n the management of money and credit and banking and investments finance v obtain or provide money for finance v sell or provide on credit finances n assets in the form of money funds financial adj involving financial matters fiscal nonfinancial financially adv from a financial point of view financier n a person skilled in large scale financial transactions financier v conduct financial operations financing n the act of financing funding finch n any of numerous small songbirds with short stout bills adapted for crushing seeds find n a productive insight discovery,breakthrough find n the act of discovering something discovery,uncovering find v come upon, as if by accident; meet with happen,chance,bump,encounter find v discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of detect,observe,discover,notice find v come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost regain lose find v establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study determine,ascertain finder n someone who comes upon something after searching finder n someone who is the first to observe something discoverer,spotter finder n optical device that helps a user to find the target of interest finding n the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation determination finding n the decision of a court on issues of fact or law finding n something that is found findings n a collection of tools and other articles used by an artisan to make jewelry or clothing or shoes fine n money extracted as a penalty mulct fine v issue a ticket or a fine to as a penalty ticket fine adj being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition ok,okay,cool fine adj minutely precise especially in differences in meaning fine adj thin in thickness or diameter fine adj characterized by elegance or refinement or accomplishment fine adv an expression of agreement normally occurring at the beginning of a sentence alright,ok fine adv in a delicate manner finely,delicately,exquisitely finely adv in tiny pieces finely adv in an elegant manner finely adv in a delicate manner fine,delicately,exquisitely finer adj (comparative of `fine') greater in quality or excellence finery n elaborate or showy attire and accessories finesse n subtly skillful handling of a situation delicacy,diplomacy finger n any of the terminal members of the hand (sometimes excepting the thumb) finger n the length of breadth of a finger used as a linear measure digit finger n one of the parts of a glove that provides covering for a finger or thumb finger v feel or handle with the fingers thumb finger v examine by touch feel finger v search for on the computer finger v indicate the fingering for the playing of musical scores for keyboard instruments fingered adj having or resembling a finger or fingers; often used in combination fingering n the placement of the fingers for playing different notes (or sequences of notes) on a musical instrument fingering n touching something with the fingers fingerling n a young or small fish fingernail n the nail at the end of a finger fingerprint n a print made by an impression of the ridges in the skin of a finger; often used for biometric identification in criminal investigations fingerprint n a generic term for any identifying characteristic fingerprint n a smudge made by a (dirty) finger fingerprint v take an impression of a person's fingerprints fingerprinting n the procedure of taking inked impressions of a person's fingerprints for the purpose of identification fingertip n the end (tip) of a finger finical adj exacting especially about details finicky,fussy,particular,picky finicky adj exacting especially about details finical,fussy,particular,picky finish n a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance) coating,finishing finish n the temporal end; the concluding time finale,last,conclusion,close finish n a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality polish,refinement,culture,cultivation finish n the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey) destination,goal finish v come or bring to a finish or an end complete finish v finally be or do something finish v have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical end,stop,terminate,cease finish v provide with a finish finished adj (of materials or goods) brought to the desired final state unfinished finished adj ended or brought to an end unfinished finished adj (of skills or the products of skills) brought to or having the greatest excellence; perfected finished adj having a surface coating or finish applied finisher n (baseball) a relief pitcher who can protect a lead in the last inning or two of the game closer finisher n a racing driver who finishes a race finisher n a painter who applies a finishing coat finisher n a worker who performs the last step in a manufacturing process finishing n a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance) coating,finish finishing n the act of finishing finish finite adj bounded or limited in magnitude or spatial or temporal extent infinite finite adj (of verbs) relating to forms of the verb that are limited in time by a tense and (usually) show agreement with number and person infinite fink n someone acting as an informer or decoy for the police snitch,sneak,sneaker,canary fink v take the place of work of someone on strike scab,rat fink v confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure confess,squeal finland n republic in northern Europe; achieved independence from Russia in 1917 finn n a native or inhabitant of Finland finnish n the official language of Finland; belongs to the Baltic Finnic family of languages finnish adj of or relating to or characteristic of Finland or the people of Finland fipple n a wooden plug forming a flue pipe (as the mouthpiece of a recorder) fir n nonresinous wood of a fir tree fir n any of various evergreen trees of the genus Abies; chiefly of upland areas fire n the event of something burning (often destructive) fire n the act of firing weapons or artillery at an enemy firing fire n the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke flame,flaming fire n a fireplace in which a relatively small fire is burning fire v start firing a weapon fire v cause to go off discharge fire v bake in a kiln so as to harden fire v terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position displace,can,dismiss,sack,terminate hire firearm n a portable gun piece fireball n an especially luminous meteor (sometimes exploding) fireball n a highly energetic and indefatigable person powerhouse fireball n a ball of fire (such as the sun or a ball-shaped discharge of lightning) fireball n the luminous center of a nuclear explosion firebase n an artillery base to support advancing troops firebird n the male is bright red with black wings and tail redbird firebird n eastern subspecies of northern oriole firebird n tropical American flycatcher found as far north as southern Texas and Arizona; adult male has bright scarlet and black plumage firebrand n a piece of wood that has been burned or is burning brand firebrand n someone who deliberately foments trouble instigator firebrick n brick made of fire clay; used for lining e.g. furnaces and chimneys firebug n a criminal who illegally sets fire to property arsonist,incendiary firebug n a true bug: brightly colored bug that can exude a stain firecracker n firework consisting of a small explosive charge and fuse in a heavy paper casing cracker,banger fired adj having lost your job discharged,dismissed firedamp n a mixture of gases (mostly methane) that form in coal mines and become explosive when mixed with air firefighter n a member of a fire department who tries to extinguish fires fireman firefly n tropical American click beetle having bright luminous spots firefly n nocturnal beetle common in warm regions having luminescent abdominal organs firehouse n a station housing fire apparatus and firemen firelight n the light of a fire (especially in a fireplace) firelighter n (a piece of) a substance that burns easily and can be used to start a coal or coke fire firelock n a muzzle loader that had a flintlock type of gunlock flintlock fireman n play in which children pretend to put out a fire fireman n a laborer who tends fires (as on a coal-fired train or steamship) stoker fireman n a pitcher who does not start the game reliever fireman n a member of a fire department who tries to extinguish fires firefighter fireplace n an open recess in a wall at the base of a chimney where a fire can be built hearth fireplug n an upright hydrant for drawing water to use in fighting a fire plug firepower n (military) the relative capacity for delivering fire on a target fireproof v make resistant to fire fireproof adj impervious to damage by fire fireside n an area near a fireplace (usually paved and extending out into a room) hearth fireside n home symbolized as a part of the fireplace hearth firestone n a piece of flint that is struck to light a fire firestone n a sandstone that withstands intense heat; used to line fireplaces and furnaces and kilns firestorm n a storm in which violent winds are drawn into the column of hot air rising over a severely bombed area firestorm n an outburst of controversy firewall n (colloquial) the application of maximum thrust firewall n (computing) a security system consisting of a combination of hardware and software that limits the exposure of a computer or computer networ firewall n a fireproof (or fire-resistant) wall designed to prevent the spread of fire through a building or a vehicle fireweed n tall North American perennial with creeping rootstocks and narrow leaves and spikes of pinkish-purple flowers occurring in great abundance i fireweed n an American weedy plant with small white or greenish flowers firewood n wood used for fuel firework n (usually plural) a device with an explosive that burns at a low rate and with colored flames; can be used to illuminate areas or send signal pyrotechnic firing n the act of firing weapons or artillery at an enemy fire firing n the act of discharging a gun discharge firing n the act of setting something on fire ignition,lighting,kindling,inflammation firing n the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) dismissal,discharge,liberation,release,sack,sacking firkin n a British unit of capacity equal to 9 imperial gallons firkin n a small wooden keg firm n the members of a business organization that owns or operates one or more establishments house firm v become taut or tauter firm v make taut or tauter firm adj marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable steadfast,steady,stiff,unshakable,unwavering firm adj not soft or yielding to pressure solid firm adj strong and sure strong firm adj not subject to revision or change firm adv with resolute determination firmly,steadfastly firmament n the apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected sphere,heavens,welkin firmly adv with resolute determination firm,steadfastly firmly adv in a secure manner; in a manner free from danger securely firmly adv with firmness hard firmness n the muscle tone of healthy tissue soundness firmness n the trait of being resolute resolve,resolution firmness n the property of being unyielding to the touch firmness n the quality of being steady or securely and immovably fixed in place steadiness first n the first or highest in an ordering or series first n the first element in a countable series first n the time at which something is supposed to begin beginning,commencement,outset,start,kickoff,showtime,offset first n the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed at first of the bases in the infield (counting counterclockwise from first adj preceding all others in time or space or degree last first adj indicating the beginning unit in a series first adj serving to set in motion inaugural,initiative,maiden first adj serving to begin beginning first adv before anything else firstly,foremost first adv the initial time first adv before another in time, space, or importance first adv prominently forward foremost firstborn n the offspring who came first in the order of birth eldest firstborn adj first in order of birth eldest firsthand adj received directly from a source firsthand adv from the original source; directly firstly adv before anything else first,foremost firth n English linguist who contributed to linguistic semantics and to prosodic phonology and who was noted for his insistence on studying both sou firth n a long narrow estuary (especially in Scotland) fisc n a state treasury or exchequer or a royal treasury; originally the public treasury of Rome or the emperor's private purse fiscal adj involving financial matters financial fiscally adv in financial matters fischer n German chemist noted for his synthesis of hemin (1881-1945) fischer n German chemist noted for work on synthetic sugars and the purines (1852-1919) fischer n United States chess master; world champion from 1972 to 1975 (born in 1943) fish n any of various mostly cold-blooded aquatic vertebrates usually having scales and breathing through gills fish n the flesh of fish used as food fish n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Pisces pisces fish n the twelfth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about February 19 to March 20 pisces fish v seek indirectly angle fish v catch or try to catch fish or shellfish fishbowl n a state of affairs in which you have no privacy fishbowl n a transparent bowl in which small fish are kept fisher n someone whose occupation is catching fish fisherman fisher n large dark brown North American arboreal carnivorous mammal fisherman n someone whose occupation is catching fish fisher fishery n a workplace where fish are caught and processed and sold fisheye adj of or relating to a fisheye lens fishhook n a sharp barbed hook for catching fish fishing n the act of someone who fishes as a diversion fishing n the occupation of catching fish for a living fishmonger n someone who sells fish fishnet n a net that will enclose fish when it is pulled in fishtail v slow down by moving the tail sideways fishy adj of or relating to or resembling fish fishy adj not as expected funny,shady,suspect,suspicious fissile adj capable of undergoing nuclear fission fissionable fissile adj capable of being split or cleft or divided in the direction of the grain fission n reproduction of some unicellular organisms by division of the cell into two more or less equal parts fission n a nuclear reaction in which a massive nucleus splits into smaller nuclei with the simultaneous release of energy fissionable adj capable of undergoing nuclear fission fissile fissure n a long narrow depression in a surface crevice,cranny,crack,chap fissure n a long narrow opening crack,cleft,crevice,scissure fissure n (anatomy) a long narrow slit or groove that divides an organ into lobes fissure v break into fissures or fine cracks fist n a hand with the fingers clenched in the palm (as for hitting) fistfight n a fight with bare fists fisticuffs fistfight v fight with the fists fistful n the quantity that can be held in the hand handful fisticuffs n a fight with bare fists fistfight fisticuffs n fighting with the fists boxing,pugilism fistula n a chronic inflammation of the withers of a horse fistula n an abnormal passage leading from a suppurating cavity to the body surface sinus fit n a display of bad temper tantrum,scene,conniption fit n a sudden uncontrollable attack convulsion fit n the manner in which something fits fit n a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason) burst fit v be agreeable or acceptable to suit,accommodate fit v be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired go fit v make fit fit v insert or adjust several objects or people fit adj meeting adequate standards for a purpose unfit fit adj (usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed primed,set fit adj physically and mentally sound or healthy unfit fitch n dark brown mustelid of woodlands of Eurasia that gives off an unpleasant odor when threatened polecat,foumart fitful adj occurring in spells and often abruptly spasmodic fitful adj intermittently stopping and starting interrupted fitfully adv in a fitful manner fitness n the quality of being suitable fitness n good physical condition; being in shape or in condition fitness n the quality of being qualified fitted adj being the right size and shape to fit as desired fitter n someone who fits a garment to a particular person fitter adj improved in health or physical condition healthier fitting n making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances adjustment,accommodation fitting n a small and often standardized accessory to a larger system fitting n (usually in the plural) furnishings and equipment (especially for a ship or hotel) appointment fitting n putting clothes on to see whether they fit fitting adj in harmony with the spirit of particular persons or occasion decent fitting adj being precisely fitting and right meet fittingly adv in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances appropriately,suitably,properly,duly fitzgerald n English poet remembered primarily for his free translation of the poetry of Omar Khayyam (1809-1883) fitzgerald n United States author whose novels characterized the Jazz Age in the United States (1896-1940) fitzgerald n United States scat singer (1917-1996) five n the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one v,cinque,quint,quintet,fivesome,quintuplet,pentad,fin five n a team that plays basketball five n a playing card or a domino or a die whose upward face shows five pips five adj being one more than four v fivefold adj having five units or components quintuple fivepence n a coin worth five cents fiver n a United States bill worth 5 dollars fives n a game resembling handball; played on a court with a front wall and two side walls fivesome n the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one five,v,cinque,quint,quintet,quintuplet,pentad,fin fivesome n five people considered as a unit quintet fix n informal terms for a difficult situation hole,jam,mess,muddle,pickle fix n something craved, especially an intravenous injection of a narcotic drug fix n the act of putting something in working order again repair,fixing,fixture,mend,mending,reparation fix n an exemption granted after influence (e.g., money) is brought to bear fix v restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken repair,mend,bushel,doctor,restore fix v cause to be firmly attached fasten,secure fix v decide upon or fix definitely specify,set,determine,define,limit fix v prepare for eating by applying heat cook,ready,make,prepare fixate v attach (oneself) to a person or thing in a neurotic way fixate v pay attention to exclusively and obsessively fixate v make fixed, stable or stationary fix fixate v become fixed (on) fixation n an abnormal state in which development has stopped prematurely regression fixation n an unhealthy and compulsive preoccupation with something or someone obsession fixation n the activity of fastening something firmly in position fixation n (histology) the preservation and hardening of a tissue sample to retain as nearly as possible the same relations they had in the living body fixing fixative n a compound (such as ethanol or formaldehyde) that fixes tissues and cells for microscopic study fixative n a varnish dissolved in alcohol and sprayed over pictures to prevent smudging fixed adj (of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value fixed adj fixed and unmoving set,rigid fixed adj securely placed or fastened or set fixed adj incapable of being changed or moved or undone; e.g. "frozen prices" frozen fixedness n remaining in place immobility fixedness n the quality of being fixed in place as by some firm attachment fastness,fixture fixedness n the quality of being fixed and unchangeable fixer n someone who intervenes with authorities for a person in trouble (usually using underhand or illegal methods for a fee) fixer n a chemical compound that sets or fixes something (as a dye or a photographic image) fixer n a skilled worker who mends or repairs things fixer n synthetic narcotic drug similar to morphine but less habit-forming; used in narcotic detoxification and maintenance of heroin addiction methadone fixing n the act of putting something in working order again repair,fix,fixture,mend,mending,reparation fixing n restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place fastener,fastening,holdfast fixing n the sterilization of an animal neutering,altering fixing n (histology) the preservation and hardening of a tissue sample to retain as nearly as possible the same relations they had in the living body fixation fixings n food that is a component of a mixture in cooking ingredient fixings n the accessories that normally accompany (something or some activity) trimmings fixture n an object firmly fixed in place (especially in a household) fixture n a regular patron regular fixture n the quality of being fixed in place as by some firm attachment fastness,fixedness fixture n the act of putting something in working order again repair,fix,fixing,mend,mending,reparation fizz n an effervescent beverage (usually alcoholic) fizz v become bubbly or frothy or foaming foam,froth,sparkle fizzing adj hissing and bubbling fizzy fizzle n a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval) hiss,hissing fizzle n a complete failure flop,bust fizzle v end weakly fizzy adj hissing and bubbling fizzing fjord n a long narrow inlet of the sea between steep cliffs; common in Norway flabbergast v overcome with amazement boggle flabbergasted adj as if struck dumb with astonishment and surprise dumbfounded,thunderstruck flabby adj out of condition; not strong or robust; incapable of exertion or endurance soft,flaccid flaccid adj drooping without elasticity; wanting in stiffness flaccid adj out of condition; not strong or robust; incapable of exertion or endurance soft,flabby flack n a slick spokesperson who can turn any criticism to the advantage of their employer flak flack n intense adverse criticism fire,attack,flak,blast flack n artillery designed to shoot upward at airplanes antiaircraft,flak flag n emblem usually consisting of a rectangular piece of cloth of distinctive design flag n a listing printed in all issues of a newspaper or magazine (usually on the editorial page) that gives the name of the publication and the na masthead flag n plants with sword-shaped leaves and erect stalks bearing bright-colored flowers composed of three petals and three drooping sepals iris flag n a rectangular piece of fabric used as a signalling device flag v communicate or signal with a flag flag v provide with a flag flag v droop, sink, or settle from or as if from pressure or loss of tautness sag,droop,swag flag v decorate with flags flagellate n a usually nonphotosynthetic free-living protozoan with whiplike appendages; some are pathogens of humans and other animals flagellate v whip scourge flagellate adj having or resembling a lash or whip (as does a flagellum) flagellated flagellated adj having or resembling a lash or whip (as does a flagellum) flagellate flagellum n a whip used to inflict punishment (often used for pedantic humor) scourge flagellum n a lash-like appendage used for locomotion (e.g., in sperm cells and some bacteria and protozoa) flageolet n a French bean variety with light-colored seeds; usually dried haricot flageolet n a small fipple flute with four finger holes and two thumb holes flagging n flagstones collectively flagging n a walk of flagstones flagging adj weak from exhaustion drooping flagitious adj extremely wicked, deeply criminal heinous flagitious adj shockingly brutal or cruel atrocious,grievous,monstrous flagon n a large metal or pottery vessel with a handle and spout; used to hold alcoholic beverages (usually wine) flagpole n surveying instrument consisting of a straight rod painted in bands of alternate red and white each one foot wide; used for sightings by surv flagpole n a tall staff or pole on which a flag is raised flagstaff flagrant adj conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible crying,egregious,glaring,gross,rank flagrantly adv in a flagrant manner flagship n the chief one of a related group flagship n the ship that carries the commander of a fleet and flies his flag flagstaff n a town in north central Arizona; site of an important observatory flagstaff n a tall staff or pole on which a flag is raised flagpole flagstone n stratified stone that splits into pieces suitable as paving stones flag flail n an implement consisting of handle with a free swinging stick at the end; used in manual threshing flail v give a thrashing to; beat hard thrash,thresh,lam flail v move like a flail; thresh about thresh flair n a natural talent genius flair n distinctive and stylish elegance dash,panache,style flair n a shape that spreads outward flare flak n a slick spokesperson who can turn any criticism to the advantage of their employer flack flak n intense adverse criticism fire,attack,flack,blast flak n artillery designed to shoot upward at airplanes antiaircraft,flack flake n a crystal of snow snowflake flake n a person with an unusual or odd personality eccentric,oddball,geek flake n a small fragment of something broken off from the whole bit,chip,fleck,scrap flake v form into flakes flake v cover with flakes or as if with flakes flake v come off in flakes or thin small pieces peel flaky adj made of or resembling flakes flaky adj made of or easily forming flakes flaky adj conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual bizarre,eccentric,freakish,freaky,gonzo,outlandish flamboyance n extravagant elaborateness flamboyant n showy tropical tree or shrub native to Madagascar; widely planted in tropical regions for its immense racemes of scarlet and orange flowers; flamboyant adj marked by ostentation but often tasteless showy,splashy flamboyant adj elaborately or excessively ornamented florid flamboyantly adv in a fancy colorful manner flame n the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke fire,flaming flame v shine with a sudden light flare flame v be in flames or aflame flame v criticize harshly, usually via an electronic medium flamen n a priest who served a particular deity in ancient Rome flamenco n guitar music composed for dancing the flamenco flamenco n a style of dancing characteristic of the Andalusian Gypsies; vigorous and rhythmic with clapping and stamping of feet flamethrower n a weapon that squirts ignited fuel for several yards flaming n the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke fire,flame flaming adj informal intensifiers bally,blinking,bloody,blooming,crashing,fucking flaming adj very intense fiery flamingo n large pink to scarlet web-footed wading bird with down-bent bill; inhabits brackish lakes flammability n the quality of being easily ignited and burning rapidly flammable adj easily ignited inflammable flan n open pastry filled with fruit or custard flanders n a medieval country in northern Europe that included regions now parts of northern France and Belgium and southwestern Netherlands flange n a projection used for strength or for attaching to another object rim flank n the side of military or naval formation wing flank n a subfigure consisting of a side of something flank n a cut from the fleshy part of an animal's side between the ribs and the leg flank n the side between ribs and hipbone flank v be located at the sides of something or somebody flanker n a back stationed wide of the scrimmage line; used as a pass receiver flanker n a soldier who is a member of a detachment assigned to guard the flanks of a military formation flannel n a soft light woolen fabric; used for clothing flannel n bath linen consisting of a piece of cloth used to wash the face and body washcloth flannel n (usually in the plural) trousers made of flannel or gabardine or tweed or white cloth gabardine,tweed,white flap n any broad thin and limber covering attached at one edge; hangs loose or projects freely flap n an excited state of agitation dither,pother,fuss,tizzy flap n the motion made by flapping up and down flapping,flutter,fluttering flap n a movable piece of tissue partly connected to the body flap v move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion roll,undulate,wave flap v move noisily flap v move with a thrashing motion beat flap v move with a flapping motion beat flapcake n a flat cake of thin batter fried on both sides on a griddle pancake,flapjack flapjack n a flat cake of thin batter fried on both sides on a griddle pancake,flapcake flapper n a young woman in the 1920s who flaunted her unconventional conduct and dress flapping n the motion made by flapping up and down flap,flutter,fluttering flaps n a movable airfoil that is part of an aircraft wing; used to increase lift or drag flap flare n a shape that spreads outward flair flare n a sudden burst of flame flare n a burst of light used to communicate or illuminate flash flare n reddening of the skin spreading outward from a focus of infection or irritation flare v burn brightly flare v become flared and widen, usually at one end flare v shine with a sudden light flame flare v erupt or intensify suddenly erupt flaring adj streaming or flapping or spreading wide as if in a current of air aflare flash n a sudden intense burst of radiant energy flash n a momentary brightness flash n a short vivid experience flashing flash n a sudden brilliant understanding flash v gleam or glow intermittently blink,wink,twinkle,winkle flash v appear briefly flash v display proudly; act ostentatiously or pretentiously flaunt,ostentate,swank flash v make known or cause to appear with great speed flash adj tastelessly showy brassy,cheap,flashy,garish,gaudy,loud,tacky,tatty flashback n a transition (in literary or theatrical works or films) to an earlier event or scene that interrupts the normal chronological development of flashback n an unexpected but vivid recurrence of a past experience (especially a recurrence of the effects of an hallucinogenic drug taken much earlier flasher n someone with a compulsive desire to expose the genitals exhibitionist flasher n an electrical device that automatically turns a lamp on and off (as for an advertising display) flasher n a light that flashes on and off; used as a signal or to send messages blinker flashing n a short vivid experience flash flashing n sheet metal shaped and attached to a roof for strength and weatherproofing flashlight n a small portable battery-powered electric lamp torch flashpoint n point at which something is ready to blow up flashpoint n a place of political unrest and potential violence hotspot flashpoint n the lowest temperature at which the vapor of a combustible liquid can be ignited in air flashy adj tastelessly showy brassy,cheap,flash,garish,gaudy,loud,tacky,tatty flashy adj (used especially of clothes) marked by conspicuous display gaudy,jazzy,showy,sporty flask n bottle that has a narrow neck flask n the quantity a flask will hold flat n a level tract of land flat n a shallow box in which seedlings are started flat n a musical notation indicating one half step lower than the note named flat n freight car without permanent sides or roof flatbed flat adj having a surface without slope, tilt in which no part is higher or lower than another level,plane flat adj having a relatively broad surface in relation to depth or thickness flat adj not modified or restricted by reservations categorical,unconditional flat adj stretched out and lying at full length along the ground prostrate flat adv with flat sails flat adv in a forthright manner; candidly or frankly directly,straight flatbed n freight car without permanent sides or roof flat flatbed n an open truck bed or trailer with no sides; used to carry large heavy objects flatboat n a flatbottom boat for carrying heavy loads (especially on canals) barge,hoy,lighter flatfish n sweet lean whitish flesh of any of numerous thin-bodied fish; usually served as thin fillets flatfish n any of several families of fishes having flattened bodies that swim along the sea floor on one side of the body with both eyes on the upper flathead n food fish of the Indonesian region of the Pacific; resembles gurnards flathead n pallid bottom-dwelling flat-headed fish with large eyes and a duck-like snout flatly adv in an unqualified manner categorically,unconditionally flatmate n an associate who shares an apartment with you flatness n the property of having two dimensions flatness n a want of animation or brilliance flatness n a deficiency in flavor flatness n the property of having little or no contrast; lacking highlights or gloss mat,matt,matte flats n footwear (shoes or slippers) with no heel (or a very low heel) flatten v make flat or flatter flatten v become flat or flatter flatten v lower the pitch of (musical notes) drop sharpen flattened adj having been flattened flatter v praise somewhat dishonestly blandish disparage flattering adj showing or representing to advantage unflattering flattery n excessive or insincere praise flatulence n a state of excessive gas in the alimentary canal gas flatulence n pompously embellished language flatulent adj generating excessive gas in the alimentary canal flatulent adj suffering from excessive gas in the alimentary canal gassy flatus n a reflex that expels intestinal gas through the anus fart,farting,wind flatware n tableware that is relatively flat and fashioned as a single piece flatware n silverware eating utensils silver flatworm n parasitic or free-living worms having a flattened body flaubert n French writer of novels and short stories (1821-1880) flaunt n the act of displaying something ostentatiously flaunt v display proudly; act ostentatiously or pretentiously flash,ostentate,swank flavin n a ketone that forms the nucleus of certain natural yellow pigments like riboflavin flavor n the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people spirit,tone,feel,feeling,look,smell flavor n the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth relish,savor,savour,smack,nip,tang flavor n (physics) the six kinds of quarks flavor v lend flavor to season flavorful adj full of flavor flavorsome flavoring n something added to food primarily for the savor it imparts seasoning flavorless adj lacking taste or flavor or tang bland,flat,insipid,vapid flavorsome adj full of flavor flavorful flaw n an imperfection in an object or machine defect,fault flaw n defect or weakness in a person's character flaw n an imperfection in a plan or theory or legal document that causes it to fail or that reduces its effectiveness flaw v add a flaw or blemish to; make imperfect or defective blemish flawed adj having a blemish or flaw blemished flawless adj without a flaw flawlessly adv smoothly and without difficulty; precisely and deftly cleanly flax n fiber of the flax plant that is made into thread and woven into linen fabric flax n plant of the genus Linum that is cultivated for its seeds and for the fibers of its stem flaxen adj of hair color; pale yellowish to yellowish brown sandy flaxseed n the seed of flax used as a source of oil linseed flay v strip the skin off flea n any wingless bloodsucking parasitic insect noted for ability to leap fleabag n a run-down hotel fleabane n hairy perennial Eurasian herb with yellow daisylike flowers reputed to destroy or drive away fleas fleabane n any of several North American plants of the genus Erigeron having daisylike flowers; formerly believed to repel fleas fleabane n common North American weed with linear leaves and small discoid heads of yellowish flowers; widely naturalized throughout temperate regions; fleck n a small fragment of something broken off from the whole bit,chip,flake,scrap fleck n a small contrasting part of something spot,speckle,patch fleck v make a spot or mark onto spot,blob,blot flecked adj having a pattern of dots dotted,specked,speckled fledge v feed, care for, and rear young birds for flight fledge v decorate with feathers flight fledge v grow feathers feather fledged adj (of birds) having developed feathers or plumage; often used in combination mature fledged adj (of an arrow) equipped with feathers fledgling n any new participant in some activity newcomer,starter,neophyte,freshman,newbie,entrant fledgling n young bird that has just fledged or become capable of flying fledgling adj (of a young bird) having acquired its flight feathers fledgling adj young and inexperienced callow flee v run away quickly fly fleece n the wool of a sheep or similar animal fleece n tanned skin of a sheep with the fleece left on; used for clothing sheepskin fleece n a soft bulky fabric with deep pile; used chiefly for clothing fleece n outer coat of especially sheep and yaks wool fleece v rip off; ask an unreasonable price overcharge,soak,surcharge,gazump,plume,pluck,rob,hook fleece v shear the wool from shear fleecy adj (of fabrics) having soft nap produced by brushing brushed,napped fleer n someone who flees from an uncongenial situation fugitive,runaway fleer n contempt expressed by mockery in looks or words fleer v to smirk contemptuously fleet n group of aircraft operating together under the same ownership fleet n group of motor vehicles operating together under the same ownership fleet n a group of steamships operating together under the same ownership fleet n a group of warships organized as a tactical unit fleet v move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart flit,flutter,dart fleet v disappear gradually fade,pass fleet adj moving very fast swift fleeting adj lasting for a markedly brief time fugitive,momentary fleetness n rapidity of movement fleming n British writer famous for writing spy novels about secret agent James Bond (1908-1964) fleming n Scottish bacteriologist who discovered penicillin (1881-1955) fleming n a native of Flanders or a Flemish-speaking Belgian flemish n an ethnic group speaking Flemish and living in northern and western Belgium flemish n one of two official languages of Belgium; closely related to Dutch flemish adj of or relating to Flanders or its people or language or culture flense v strip the blubber or skin from (a whale or seal) flesh n the soft tissue of the body of a vertebrate: mainly muscle tissue and fat flesh n alternative names for the body of a human being soma,build,figure,physique,anatomy,shape,bod,chassis flesh n a soft moist part of a fruit pulp flesh v remove adhering flesh from (hides) when preparing leather manufacture fleshy adj usually describes a large person who is fat but has a large frame to carry it heavy,overweight fleshy adj of or relating to or resembling flesh fletcher n prolific English dramatist who collaborated with Francis Beaumont and many other dramatists (1579-1625) flex n the act of flexing flex v contract flex v exhibit the strength of flex v form a curve bend flex v bend a joint bend flexibility n the property of being flexible; easily bent or shaped inflexibility flexibility n the quality of being adaptable or variable inflexibility flexibility n the trait of being easily persuaded flexible adj capable of being changed inflexible flexible adj able to flex; able to bend easily inflexible flexible adj able to adjust readily to different conditions elastic,pliable,pliant flexible adj bending and snapping back readily without breaking flexibly adv with flexibility inflexibly flexion n the state of being flexed (as of a joint) flexure flexion n deviation from a straight or normal course inflection flexion n act of bending a joint; especially a joint between the bones of a limb so that the angle between them is decreased flexure extension flexor n a skeletal muscle whose contraction bends a joint flexuous adj having turns or windings flexure n the state of being flexed (as of a joint) flexion flexure n an angular or rounded shape made by folding fold,crease,crimp,bend flexure n act of bending a joint; especially a joint between the bones of a limb so that the angle between them is decreased flexion flick n a light sharp contact (usually with something flexible) flick n a short stroke flick n a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement movie,film,picture,pic flick v flash intermittently flicker flick v look through a book or other written material flip,thumb,riffle,leaf,riff flick v cause to move with a flick flip flick v throw or toss with a quick motion jerk flicker n a momentary flash of light spark,glint flicker n North American woodpecker flicker n the act of moving back and forth waver,flutter flicker v move back and forth very rapidly waver,flitter,flutter,quiver flicker v shine unsteadily flick flicker v flash intermittently flick flickering adj shining unsteadily flier n someone who travels by air flyer flier n someone who operates an aircraft aviator,airman,flyer flier n an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution circular,handbill,bill,broadside,flyer,throwaway flies n (theater) the space over the stage (out of view of the audience) used to store scenery (drop curtains) flight n a formation of aircraft in flight flight n an instance of traveling by air flying flight n a stairway (set of steps) between one floor or landing and the next flight n the act of escaping physically escape flight v shoot a bird in flight flight v fly in a flock flight v decorate with feathers fledge flightless adj incapable of flying flighty adj guided by whim and fancy flighty adj unpredictably excitable (especially of horses) skittish,spooky,nervous flimflam n a swindle in which you cheat at gambling or persuade a person to buy worthless property con,hustle,sting flimsy n a thin strong lightweight translucent paper used especially for making carbon copies flimsy adj lacking solidity or strength insubstantial flimsy adj not convincing unconvincing flimsy adj lacking substance or significance fragile,slight,tenuous,thin flinch n a reflex response to sudden pain wince flinch v draw back, as with fear or pain squinch,funk,cringe,shrink,wince,recoil,quail flinders n British explorer who mapped the Australian coast (1774-1814) flinders n bits and splinters and fragments fling n a usually brief attempt crack,go,pass,whirl,offer fling n a brief indulgence of your impulses spree fling n the act of flinging fling v throw with force or recklessness fling v move in an abrupt or headlong manner fling v indulge oneself splurge fling v throw or cast away discard,toss,dispose flint n a hard kind of stone; a form of silica more opaque than chalcedony flint n a river in western Georgia that flows generally south to join the Chattahoochee River at the Florida border where they form the Apalachicola flint n a city in southeast central Michigan near Detroit; automobile manufacturing flint adj showing unfeeling resistance to tender feelings flinty,granitic,obdurate,stony flintlock n a muzzle loader that had a flintlock type of gunlock firelock flintlock n an obsolete gunlock that has flint embedded in the hammer; the flint makes a spark that ignites the charge flintstone n pebbles of flint used in masonry construction flinty adj containing flint flinty adj showing unfeeling resistance to tender feelings flint,granitic,obdurate,stony flip n an acrobatic feat in which the feet roll over the head (either forward or backward) and return somersault,somerset,somersaulting flip n hot or cold alcoholic mixed drink containing a beaten egg flip n a sudden, quick movement flip n the act of flipping a coin toss flip v lightly throw to see which side comes up toss flip v cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation throw,switch flip v look through a book or other written material flick,thumb,riffle,leaf,riff flip v toss with a sharp movement so as to cause to turn over in the air twitch flip adj marked by casual disrespect impudent,insolent flippant adj showing inappropriate levity flipper n a shoe for swimming; the paddle-like front is an aid in swimming (especially underwater) fin flipper n the flat broad limb of aquatic animals specialized for swimming flirt n a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men vamp,vamper,minx,tease flirt n playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest flirting,flirtation,dalliance,toying flirt v talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions dally,butterfly,romance,philander,mash flirt v behave carelessly or indifferently dally,toy,play flirtation n playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest flirt,flirting,dalliance,toying flirtatious adj like a coquette flirting n playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest flirt,flirtation,dalliance,toying flit n a sudden quick movement dart flit n a secret move (to avoid paying debts) flit v move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart flutter,fleet,dart flitter v move back and forth very rapidly flicker,waver,flutter,quiver float n the time interval between the deposit of a check in a bank and its payment float n the number of shares outstanding and available for trading by the public float n a drink with ice cream floating in it float n an elaborate display mounted on a platform carried by a truck (or pulled by a truck) in a procession or parade float v be in motion due to some air or water current drift,blow float v be afloat either on or below a liquid surface and not sink to the bottom swim sink float v set afloat float v circulate or discuss tentatively; test the waters with floater n spots before the eyes caused by opaque cell fragments in the vitreous humor and lens spots floater n a debt instrument with a variable interest rate tied to some other interest rate (e.g. the rate paid by T-bills) floater n a wanderer who has no established residence or visible means of support vagrant,drifter,vagabond floater n an employee who is reassigned from job to job as needed floating n the act of someone who floats on the water natation floating adj borne up by or suspended in a liquid floating adj continually changing especially as from one abode or occupation to another aimless,drifting,vagabond,vagrant floating adj inclined to move or be moved about floating adj (of a part of the body) not firmly connected; movable or out of normal position floc n a small loosely aggregated mass of flocculent material suspended in or precipitated from a liquid flocculent adj having a fluffy character or appearance woolly,wooly flock n a church congregation guided by a pastor flock n a group of birds flock n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,deal,heap,lot,mass,mess,mickle,mint flock n an orderly crowd troop flock v move as a crowd or in a group flock v come together as in a cluster or flock cluster,clump floe n a flat mass of ice (smaller than an ice field) floating at sea flog v beat severely with a whip or rod welt,whip,lather,lash,slash,strap,trounce flog v beat with a cane cane,lambaste flogger n a torturer who flogs or scourges (especially an official whose duty is to whip offenders) scourger flogging n beating with a whip or strap or rope as a form of punishment whipping,tanning,lashing flood n the rising of a body of water and its overflowing onto normally dry land inundation,deluge flood n an overwhelming number or amount inundation,deluge,torrent flood n light that is a source of artificial illumination having a broad beam; used in photography floodlight flood n a large flow overflow,outpouring flood v fill quickly beyond capacity; as with a liquid deluge,inundate,swamp flood v cover with liquid, usually water flood v supply with an excess of oversupply,glut flood v become filled to overflowing flooded adj covered with water afloat,awash,inundated,overflowing floodgate n something that restrains a flood or outpouring floodgate n regulator consisting of a valve or gate that controls the rate of water flow through a sluice flooding n a technique used in behavior therapy; client is flooded with experiences of a particular kind until becoming either averse to them or numbed floodlight n light that is a source of artificial illumination having a broad beam; used in photography flood floodlight v illuminate with floodlights floor n the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure) flooring floor n a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale level,storey,story floor n a lower limit base floor n the ground on which people and animals move about floor v surprise greatly; knock someone's socks off shock floor v knock down with force deck,dump floorboard n a board in the floor floorboard n the floor of an automobile floored adj provided with a floor flooring n the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure) floor flooring n building material used in laying floors flop n an arithmetic operation performed on floating-point numbers flop n someone who is unsuccessful dud,washout flop n a complete failure bust,fizzle flop n the act of throwing yourself down collapse flop v fall loosely flop v fall suddenly and abruptly flop v fail utterly; collapse founder flop adv with a flopping sound flop adv exactly right floppy n a small plastic magnetic disk enclosed in a stiff envelope with a radial slit; used to store data or programs for a microcomputer floppy adj hanging limply flora n all the plant life in a particular region or period vegetation,botany fauna flora n (botany) a living organism lacking the power of locomotion plant floral adj resembling or made of or suggestive of flowers flowered floral adj relating to or associated with flowers floral adj of or relating to the plant life in a particular region florence n a city in central Italy on the Arno; provincial capital of Tuscany; center of the Italian Renaissance from 14th to 16th centuries florence n a town in northeast South Carolina; transportation center florentine n a native or resident of Florence, Italy florentine adj of or relating to or characteristic of the city of Florence, Italy floret n a diminutive flower (especially one that is part of a composite flower) florid adj elaborately or excessively ornamented flamboyant florid adj inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life rubicund,ruddy,sanguine florida n a state in southeastern United States between the Atlantic and the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil W floridian n a native or resident of Florida florin n the basic unit of money in Suriname; equal to 100 cents guilder florin n formerly the basic unit of money in the Netherlands; equal to 100 cents guilder florist n someone who grows and deals in flowers florist n a shop where flowers and ornamental plants are sold flory n United States chemist who developed methods for studying long-chain molecules (1910-1985) floss n a soft loosely twisted thread used in embroidery floss n a soft thread for cleaning the spaces between the teeth floss v use dental floss to clean flotation n the phenomenon of floating (remaining on the surface of a liquid without sinking) flotation n financing a commercial enterprise by bond or stock shares flotilla n a United States Navy fleet consisting of two or more squadrons of small warships flotilla n a fleet of small craft flotsam n the floating wreckage of a ship jetsam flounce n a strip of pleated material used as a decoration or a trim frill,ruffle,furbelow flounce n the act of walking with exaggerated jerky motions flounce v walk emphatically flounder n flesh of any of various American and European flatfish flounder n any of various European and non-European marine flatfish flounder v walk with great difficulty stagger flounder v behave awkwardly; have difficulties flour n fine powdery foodstuff obtained by grinding and sifting the meal of a cereal grain flour v cover with flour flour v convert grain into flour flourish n a showy gesture flourish n an ornamental embellishment in writing flourish n a display of ornamental speech or language flourish n the act of waving brandish flourish v grow vigorously boom,thrive,expand flourish v make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance thrive,prosper flourish v move or swing back and forth brandish,wave flourishing adj very lively and profitable booming,prospering,prosperous,roaring,thriving flout v treat with contemptuous disregard scoff flout v laugh at with contempt and derision jeer,scoff,barrack,gibe flow n the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases) flowing flow n the amount of fluid that flows in a given time flow n the act of flowing or streaming; continuous progression stream flow n any uninterrupted stream or discharge flow v move or progress freely as if in a stream flux flow v move along, of liquids run,feed,course flow v cause to flow flow v be abundantly present flower n a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms flower n reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts bloom,blossom flower n the period of greatest prosperity or productivity prime,peak,heyday,bloom,blossom,flush flower v produce or yield flowers bloom,blossom flowered adj resembling or made of or suggestive of flowers floral flowering n the time and process of budding and unfolding of blossoms blossoming flowering n a developmental process unfolding flowering adj having a flower or bloom flowerpot n a container in which plants are cultivated pot flowery adj of or relating to or suggestive of flowers flowery adj marked by elaborate rhetoric and elaborated with decorative details ornate flowing n the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases) flow flowing adj designed or arranged to offer the least resistant to fluid flow streamlined,aerodynamic,sleek flu n an acute febrile highly contagious viral disease influenza,grippe flub n an embarrassing mistake blunder,blooper,bloomer,bungle,pratfall,fuckup,botch,boner flub v make a mess of, destroy or ruin botch,bodge,bumble,fumble,muff,blow,spoil,bungle fluctuate v cause to fluctuate or move in a wavelike pattern fluctuate v move or sway in a rising and falling or wavelike pattern vacillate,waver fluctuate v be unstable fluctuating adj having unpredictable ups and downs fluctuation n a wave motion fluctuation n an instance of change; the rate or magnitude of change variation fluctuation n the quality of being unsteady and subject to changes wavering flue n flat bladelike projection on the arm of an anchor fluke flue n organ pipe whose tone is produced by air passing across the sharp edge of a fissure or lip flue n a conduit to carry off smoke fluency n powerful and effective language eloquence,smoothness fluency n skillfulness in speaking or writing fluency n the quality of being facile in speech and writing fluent adj smooth and unconstrained in movement fluid,liquid,smooth fluent adj expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively eloquent,facile,silver fluently adv in a fluent manner fluff n any light downy material fluff n something of little value or significance frivolity fluff n a blunder (especially an actor's forgetting the lines) fluff v make a mess of, destroy or ruin botch,bodge,bumble,fumble,muff,blow,flub,spoil fluff v erect or fluff up ruffle fluff v ruffle (one's hair) by combing the ends towards the scalp, for a full effect tease fluffy adj like down or as soft as down downy fluid n a substance that is fluid at room temperature and pressure fluid n continuous amorphous matter that tends to flow and to conform to the outline of its container: a liquid or a gas fluid adj subject to change; variable unstable fluid adj characteristic of a fluid; capable of flowing and easily changing shape runny fluid adj smooth and unconstrained in movement fluent,liquid,smooth fluid adj in cash or easily convertible to cash liquid fluidity n the property of flowing easily liquidity fluidity n a changeable quality fluidram n a British imperial capacity measure (liquid or dry) equal to 60 minims or 3.5516 cubic centimeters drachm fluidram n a unit of capacity or volume in the apothecary system equal to one eighth of a fluid ounce drachm fluke n a stroke of luck fluke n a barb on a harpoon or arrow fluke n flat bladelike projection on the arm of an anchor flue fluke n either of the two lobes of the tail of a cetacean flukey adj subject to accident or chance or change chancy,iffy flume n a narrow gorge with a stream running through it gulch flume n watercourse that consists of an open artificial chute filled with water for power or for carrying logs flummox v be a mystery or bewildering to perplex,vex,stick,get,puzzle,mystify,baffle,beat flump v fall heavily flump v set (something or oneself) down with or as if with a noise plank,plonk,plop,plunk,plump flunk n failure to reach a minimum required performance failing flunk v fail to get a passing grade fail,bomb fluor n a soft mineral (calcium fluoride) that is fluorescent in ultraviolet light; chief source of fluorine fluorite,fluorspar fluoresce v exhibit or undergo fluorescence fluorescence n light emitted during absorption of radiation of some other (invisible) wavelength fluorescent n a lighting fixture that uses a fluorescent lamp fluorescent adj emitting light during exposure to radiation from an external source fluorescent adj brilliantly colored and apparently giving off light fluoridation n the addition of a fluoride to the water supply (to prevent dental decay) fluoride n a salt of hydrofluoric acid fluorine n a nonmetallic univalent element belonging to the halogens; usually a yellow irritating toxic flammable gas; a powerful oxidizing agent; reco f fluorite n a soft mineral (calcium fluoride) that is fluorescent in ultraviolet light; chief source of fluorine fluorspar,fluor fluoroscopy n examination of body structures using a fluoroscope fluorspar n a soft mineral (calcium fluoride) that is fluorescent in ultraviolet light; chief source of fluorine fluorite,fluor flurry n a rapid active commotion bustle,hustle,ado,fuss,stir flurry n a light brief snowfall and gust of wind (or something resembling that) flurry v move in an agitated or confused manner flurry v cause to feel embarrassment confuse,disconcert flush n the period of greatest prosperity or productivity flower,prime,peak,heyday,bloom,blossom flush n a rosy color (especially in the cheeks) taken as a sign of good health bloom,blush flush n sudden brief sensation of heat (associated with menopause and some mental disorders) flush n a poker hand with all 5 cards in the same suit flush v turn red, as if in embarrassment or shame blush,crimson,redden flush v flow freely flush v glow or cause to glow with warm color or light flush v make level or straight level,even flush adj of a surface exactly even with an adjoining one, forming the same plane flush adj having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value affluent,loaded,moneyed,wealthy,substantial flush adv squarely or solidly flush adv in the same plane flushed adj having the pinkish flush of health rosy flushed adj (especially of the face) reddened or suffused with or as if with blood from emotion or exertion crimson,red fluster n a disposition that is confused or nervous and upset perturbation fluster v be flustered; behave in a confused manner fluster v cause to be nervous or upset flustered adj thrown into a state of agitated confusion; (`rattled' is an informal term) perturbed,rattled flute n a high-pitched woodwind instrument; a slender tube closed at one end with finger holes on one end and an opening near the closed end across flute n a tall narrow wineglass flute n a groove or furrow in cloth etc (particularly a shallow concave groove on the shaft of a column) flute v form flutes in flutist n someone who plays the flute flutter n the act of moving back and forth waver,flicker flutter n abnormally rapid beating of the auricles of the heart (especially in a regular rhythm); can result in heart block flutter n a disorderly outburst or tumult disturbance,disruption,commotion flutter n the motion made by flapping up and down flap,flapping,fluttering flutter v move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart flit,fleet,dart flutter v move back and forth very rapidly flicker,waver,flitter,quiver flutter v flap the wings rapidly or fly with flapping movements flutter v beat rapidly palpitate fluttering n the motion made by flapping up and down flap,flapping,flutter fluvial adj of or relating to or happening in a river flux n the rate of flow of energy or particles across a given surface flux n a flow or discharge fluxion flux n a substance added to molten metals to bond with impurities that can then be readily removed flux n excessive discharge of liquid from a cavity or organ (as in watery diarrhea) flux v move or progress freely as if in a stream flow flux v become liquid or fluid when heated liquefy flux v mix together different elements blend,mix,conflate,commingle,fuse,coalesce,meld,combine fluxion n a flow or discharge flux fly n two-winged insects characterized by active flight fly n flap consisting of a piece of canvas that can be drawn back to provide entrance to a tent fly n an opening in a garment that is closed by a zipper or by buttons concealed under a fold of cloth fly n (baseball) a hit that flies up in the air fly v travel through the air; be airborne wing fly v move quickly or suddenly fly v operate an airplane aviate,pilot fly v transport by aeroplane fly adj (British informal) not to be deceived or hoodwinked flyblown adj spoiled and covered with eggs and larvae of flies flyblown adj foul and run-down and repulsive squalid,sordid flyblown adj blemished, especially of reputation flycatcher n any of a large group of small songbirds that feed on insects taken on the wing flycatcher n large American birds that characteristically catch insects on the wing flyer n an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution circular,handbill,bill,broadside,flier,throwaway flyer n someone who travels by air flier flyer n someone who operates an aircraft aviator,airman,flier flying n an instance of traveling by air flight flying adj moving swiftly flying adj hurried and brief quick,fast flyleaf n a blank leaf in the front or back of a book flyover n bridge formed by the upper level of a crossing of two highways at different levels overpass flyover n a flight at a low altitude (usually of military aircraft) over spectators on the ground flypaper n paper that is poisoned or coated with a sticky substance to kill flies flytrap n a trap for catching flies flyway n the geographic route along which birds customarily migrate flywheel n regulator consisting of a heavy wheel that stores kinetic energy and smooths the operation of a reciprocating engine fm n modulation of the frequency of the (radio) carrier wave fm n a radioactive transuranic metallic element produced by bombarding plutonium with neutrons fermium foal n a young horse foal v give birth to a foal foam n a mass of small bubbles formed in or on a liquid froth foam n a lightweight material in cellular form; made by introducing gas bubbles during manufacture foam v become bubbly or frothy or foaming froth,fizz,sparkle foaming adj emitting or filled with bubbles as from carbonation or fermentation bubbling,bubbly,foamy,frothy foaming adj producing or covered with lathery sweat or saliva from exhaustion or disease foamy foamy adj producing or covered with lathery sweat or saliva from exhaustion or disease foaming foamy adj emitting or filled with bubbles as from carbonation or fermentation bubbling,bubbly,foaming,frothy fob n a vest pocket to hold a pocket watch fob n an adornment that hangs from a watch chain fob n short chain or ribbon attaching a pocket watch to a man's vest fob v deceive somebody trick,fox focal adj having or localized centrally at a focus focal adj of or relating to a focus focus n the concentration of attention or energy on something focusing,direction,centering focus n maximum clarity or distinctness of an image rendered by an optical system focus n maximum clarity or distinctness of an idea focus n a central point or locus of an infection in an organism focus v direct one's attention on something concentrate,center,centre,pore,rivet focus v cause to converge on or toward a central point blur focus v bring into focus or alignment; to converge or cause to converge; of ideas or emotions concenter,concentre focus v become focussed or come into focus blur focused adj being in focus or brought into focus focussed unfocused focused adj (of light rays) converging on a point focussed focused adj of an optical system (e.g. eye or opera glasses) adjusted to produce a clear image focusing n the concentration of attention or energy on something focus,direction,centering focusing n the act of bringing into focus focussed adj being in focus or brought into focus focused focussed adj (of light rays) converging on a point focused fodder n soldiers who are regarded as expendable in the face of artillery fire fodder n coarse food (especially for livestock) composed of entire plants or the leaves and stalks of a cereal crop fodder v give fodder (to domesticated animals) foe n an armed adversary (especially a member of an opposing military force) enemy,opposition foe n a personal enemy enemy friend foehn n a warm dry wind that blows down the northern slopes of the Alps fog n droplets of water vapor suspended in the air near the ground fog n an atmosphere in which visibility is reduced because of a cloud of some substance murk fog n confusion characterized by lack of clarity daze,haze fog v make less visible or unclear obscure,becloud,cloud,mist foggy adj stunned or confused and slow to react (as from blows or drunkenness or exhaustion) dazed,groggy foggy adj indistinct or hazy in outline bleary,blurred,blurry,fuzzy,hazy,muzzy foggy adj filled or abounding with fog or mist brumous,hazy,misty foggy adj obscured by fog fogy n someone whose style is out of fashion dodo,fossil foible n a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual idiosyncrasy,mannerism foible n the weaker part of a sword's blade from the forte to the tip foil n a piece of thin and flexible sheet metal foil n anything that serves by contrast to call attention to another thing's good qualities enhancer foil n a device consisting of a flat or curved piece (as a metal plate) so that its surface reacts to the water it is passing through hydrofoil foil n picture consisting of a positive photograph or drawing on a transparent base; viewed with a projector transparency foil v enhance by contrast foil v hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of thwart,queer,spoil,scotch,cross,frustrate,baffle,bilk foil v cover or back with foil foiled adj disappointingly unsuccessful defeated,disappointed,frustrated,thwarted foiling n an act of hindering someone's plans or efforts frustration,thwarting foist v to force onto another foist v insert surreptitiously or without warrant fold n an angular or rounded shape made by folding crease,flexure,crimp,bend fold n a group of people who adhere to a common faith and habitually attend a given church congregation,faithful fold n a geological process that causes a bend in a stratum of rock folding fold n a group of sheep or goats flock fold v bend or lay so that one part covers the other unfold fold v incorporate a food ingredient into a mixture by repeatedly turning it over without stirring or beating fold v cease to operate or cause to cease operating close fold v confine in a fold, like sheep folder n a small book usually having a paper cover booklet,brochure,leaflet,pamphlet folder n covering that is folded over to protect the contents folderol n nonsensical talk or writing rubbish,tripe,trash,applesauce folding n the process whereby a protein molecule assumes its intricate three-dimensional shape folding n a geological process that causes a bend in a stratum of rock fold folding n the act of folding fold folding adj capable of being folded up and stored foliage n the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants leaf foliage n (architecture) leaf-like architectural ornament foliation foliate v hammer into thin flat foils foliate v decorate with leaves foliate v coat or back with metal foil foliate v number the pages of a book or manuscript page foliate adj ornamented with foliage or foils foliate adj (often used as a combining form) having or resembling a leaf or having a specified kind or number of leaves foliate adj (especially of metamorphic rock) having thin leaflike layers or strata foliation n (botany) the process of forming leaves leafing foliation n (geology) the arrangement of leaflike layers in a rock foliation n (architecture) leaf-like architectural ornament foliage foliation n the production of foil by cutting or beating metal into thin leaves folio n the system of numbering pages pagination,paging folio n a sheet of any written or printed material (especially in a manuscript or book) leaf folio n a book (or manuscript) consisting of large sheets of paper folded in the middle to make two leaves or four pages folk n people in general (often used in the plural) folks folk n a social division of (usually preliterate) people tribe folk n people descended from a common ancestor family,sept folk n the traditional and typically anonymous music that is an expression of the life of people in a community folklore n the unwritten lore (stories and proverbs and riddles and songs) of a culture folks n your parents folks n people in general (often used in the plural) folk folksy adj belonging to the common people, especially in regard to speech patterns, attitudes, etc. folksy adj very informal and familiar follicle n any small spherical group of cells containing a cavity follies n a revue with elaborate costuming follow v to travel behind, go after, come after precede follow v be later in time postdate follow v come as a logical consequence; follow logically follow v travel along a certain course follower n a person who accepts the leadership of another leader follower n someone who travels behind or pursues another followers n a group of followers or enthusiasts following following n a group of followers or enthusiasts followers following n the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture pursuit,chase,pursual following adj about to be mentioned or specified following adj immediately following in time or order next following adj going or proceeding or coming after in the same direction leading following adj in the desired direction folly n the trait of acting stupidly or rashly foolishness wisdom folly n a stupid mistake stupidity,foolishness folly n the quality of being rash and foolish foolishness,craziness,madness folly n foolish or senseless behavior foolery,tomfoolery,craziness,lunacy,indulgence foment v try to stir up public opinion agitate foment v bathe with warm water or medicated lotions fond adj having or displaying warmth or affection affectionate,lovesome,tender fond adj extravagantly or foolishly loving and indulgent adoring,doting fond adj (followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for partial fond adj absurd or silly because unlikely fonda n United States film actress and daughter of Henry Fonda (born in 1937) fonda n United States film actor (1905-1982) fondant n candy made of a thick creamy sugar paste fondle v touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner caress fondling n affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs) caressing,cuddling,hugging,kissing,petting fondly adv with fondness; with love lovingly fondness n a predisposition to like something fancy,partiality fondness n a positive feeling of liking affection,tenderness,heart,philia fondness n a quality proceeding from feelings of affection or love warmth fondue n cubes of meat or seafood cooked in hot oil and then dipped in any of various sauces fondue n hot cheese or chocolate melted to the consistency of a sauce into which bread or fruits are dipped font n a specific size and style of type within a type family fount,face,case font n bowl for baptismal water baptistery food n any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue nutrient food n any solid substance (as opposed to liquid) that is used as a source of nourishment food n anything that provides mental stimulus for thinking foodie n a person devoted to refined sensuous enjoyment (especially good food and drink) epicure,gourmet,epicurean foodstuff n (usually plural) consumer goods sold by a grocer grocery foodstuff n a substance that can be used or prepared for use as food fool n a person who lacks good judgment sap,saphead fool n a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of chump,gull,mark,patsy,sucker,mug fool n a professional clown employed to entertain a king or nobleman in the Middle Ages jester fool v make a fool or dupe of gull fool v spend frivolously and unwisely fritter,dissipate,shoot fool v fool or hoax gull,dupe,slang,cod fool v indulge in horseplay foolery n foolish or senseless behavior folly,tomfoolery,craziness,lunacy,indulgence foolhardy adj marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences heady,rash,reckless fooling adj characterized by a feeling of irresponsibility casual foolish adj devoid of good sense or judgment wise foolish adj having or revealing stupidity dopey,jerky foolishly adv without good sense or judgment unwisely wisely foolishness n the trait of acting stupidly or rashly folly foolishness n the quality of being rash and foolish folly,craziness,madness foolishness n a stupid mistake stupidity,folly foolproof v proof against human misuse or error foolproof adj not liable to failure unfailing foolscap n a size of paper used especially in Britain foot n the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint pes foot n a linear unit of length equal to 12 inches or a third of a yard foot n the lower part of anything head foot n the pedal extremity of vertebrates other than human beings foot v pay for something pick foot v walk hoof foot v add a column of numbers footage n film that has been shot footage n a rate of charging by the linear foot of work done football n any of various games played with a ball (round or oval) in which two teams try to kick or carry or propel the ball into each other's goal football n the inflated oblong ball used in playing American football footballer n an athlete who plays American football footbath n a small bathtub for warming or washing or disinfecting the feet footboard n a narrow platform on which to stand or brace the feet footboard n a vertical board or panel forming the foot of a bedstead footbridge n a bridge designed for pedestrians footed adj having feet footer n (used only in combinations) the height or length of something in feet footer n a person who travels by foot pedestrian,walker footer n a printed note placed below the text on a printed page footnote footfall n the sound of a step of someone walking footstep,step foothill n a relatively low hill on the lower slope of a mountain foothold n an area in hostile territory that has been captured and is held awaiting further troops and supplies bridgehead foothold n a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing footing foothold n an initial accomplishment that opens the way for further developments beachhead footing n status with respect to the relations between people or groups terms footing n a relation that provides the foundation for something basis,ground footing n a place providing support for the foot in standing or climbing foothold footle v be about loiter,lounge,lollygag,loaf,tarry,linger,lurk footle v act foolishly, as by talking nonsense footlights n theater light at the front of a stage that illuminate the set and actors footlocker n a trunk for storing personal possessions; usually kept at the foot of a bed (as in a barracks) locker footloose adj free to go or do as one pleases footman n a man employed as a servant in a large establishment (as a palace) to run errands and do chores footnote n a printed note placed below the text on a printed page footer footnote v add explanatory notes to or supply with critical comments annotate footpath n a trodden path pathway footprint n a mark of a foot or shoe on a surface step footprint n a trace suggesting that something was once present or felt or otherwise important footprint n the area taken up by some object footrest n a low seat or a stool to rest the feet of a seated person footstool,ottoman footstep n the sound of a step of someone walking footfall,step footstep n the act of taking a step in walking footstep n the distance covered by a step pace,step,stride footstool n a low seat or a stool to rest the feet of a seated person footrest,ottoman footwall n the lower wall of an inclined fault footwear n clothing worn on a person's feet footwear n covering for a person's feet footwork n the manner of using the feet footwork n skillful maneuvering or dealing fop n a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance dandy,dude,gallant,sheik,beau,swell,clotheshorse forage n bulky food like grass or hay for browsing or grazing horses or cattle pasture,grass forage n the act of searching for food and provisions foraging forage v collect or look around for (food) scrounge forage v wander and feed foraging n the act of searching for food and provisions forage foramen n a natural opening or perforation through a bone or a membranous structure hiatus foray n a sudden short attack raid,maraud foray n an initial attempt (especially outside your usual areas of competence) foray v steal goods; take as spoils plunder,loot,reave,strip,rifle,ransack,pillage foray v briefly enter enemy territory forbear n a person from whom you are descended forebear forbear v refrain from doing forbear v resist doing something refrain forbearance n good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence patience forbearance n a delay in enforcing rights or claims or privileges; refraining from acting forbid v command against prohibit,interdict,proscribe,veto,disallow,nix permit forbid v keep from happening or arising; make impossible prevent,forestall,foreclose,preclude forbidden adj excluded from use or mention out,prohibited,proscribed,taboo forbidding n an official prohibition or edict against something ban,banning forbidding adj harshly uninviting or formidable in manner or appearance dour,grim forbidding adj threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments baleful,menacing,minacious,minatory,ominous,sinister,threatening force n a powerful effect or influence force n (physics) the influence that produces a change in a physical quantity force n physical energy or intensity forcefulness,strength force n group of people willing to obey orders personnel force v to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means coerce,hale,squeeze,pressure force v urge or force (a person) to an action; constrain or motivate impel force v move with force push force v impose urgently, importunately, or inexorably thrust forced adj produced by or subjected to forcing forced adj forced or compelled forced adj made necessary by an unexpected situation or emergency forced adj lacking spontaneity; not natural constrained,strained forceful adj characterized by or full of force or strength (often but not necessarily physical) forceful adj forceful and definite in expression or action emphatic forcefully adv with full force forcefulness n physical energy or intensity force,strength forceps n an extractor consisting of a pair of pincers used in medical treatment (especially for the delivery of babies) forcible adj impelled by physical force especially against resistance physical forcibly adv in a forcible manner ford n United States film maker (1896-1973) ford n grandson of Henry Ford (1917-1987) ford n son of Henry Ford (1893-1943) ford n English writer and editor (1873-1939) ford v cross a river where it's shallow fore n front part of a vessel or aircraft bow,prow,stem fore adj situated at or toward the bow of a vessel aft fore adv near or toward the bow of a ship or cockpit of a plane forward aft forearm n the part of the superior limb between the elbow and the wrist forearm v arm in advance of a confrontation forebear n a person from whom you are descended forbear forebode v make a prediction about; tell in advance predict,foretell,prognosticate,call,anticipate,promise foreboding n a feeling of evil to come premonition,presentiment foreboding n an unfavorable omen foreboding adj ominously prophetic fateful,portentous forebrain n the anterior portion of the brain; the part of the brain that develops from the anterior part of the neural tube forecast n a prediction about how something (as the weather) will develop prognosis forecast v predict in advance calculate forecast v judge to be probable calculate,estimate,reckon,figure forecast v indicate, as with a sign or an omen bode,portend,prognosticate,omen,presage,foreshadow,augur,foretell forecaster n someone who makes predictions of the future (usually on the basis of special knowledge) predictor,soothsayer forecasting n a statement made about the future prediction,foretelling,prognostication forecastle n living quarters consisting of a superstructure in the bow of a merchant ship where the crew is housed foreclose v keep from happening or arising; make impossible prevent,forestall,preclude,forbid foreclose v subject to foreclosing procedures; take away the right of mortgagors to redeem their mortgage foreclosure n the legal proceedings initiated by a creditor to repossess the collateral for loan that is in default forefather n the founder of a family father,sire forefather n person from an earlier time who contributed to the tradition shared by some group forefinger n the finger next to the thumb index forefoot n a front foot of a quadruped forefront n the part in the front or nearest the viewer head forefront n the position of greatest importance or advancement; the leading position in any movement or field vanguard forego v be earlier in time; go back further predate,precede,forgo forego v do without or cease to hold or adhere to waive,relinquish,forgo forego v lose (s.th.) or lose the right to (s.th.) by some error, offense, or crime forfeit,waive,forgo foregoing adj especially of writing or speech; going before foregone adj well in the past; former bygone,departed,gone foreground n the part of a scene that is near the viewer foreground n (computer science) a window for an active application foreground v move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent highlight,spotlight background forehand n (sports) a return made with the palm of the hand facing the direction of the stroke (as in tennis or badminton or squash) forehand adj (of racket strokes) made with palm facing direction of stroke backhand forehead n the part of the face above the eyes brow forehead n the large cranial bone forming the front part of the cranium: includes the upper part of the orbits foreign adj of concern to or concerning the affairs of other nations (other than your own) domestic foreign adj relating to or originating in or characteristic of another place or part of the world strange native foreign adj not contained in or deriving from the essential nature of something alien foreign adj not belonging to that in which it is contained; introduced from an outside source extraneous foreigner n a person who comes from a foreign country; someone who does not owe allegiance to your country alien foreigner n someone who is excluded from or is not a member of a group outsider foreignness n the quality of being alien or not native strangeness foreknow v realize beforehand anticipate,foresee foreleg n the forelimb of a quadruped forelimb n the front limb (or the homologous structure in other animals, such as a flipper or wing) foreman n a person who exercises control over workers chief,gaffer,honcho,boss foreman n a man who is foreperson of a jury foremast n the mast nearest the bow in vessels with two or more masts foremost adj ranking above all others first foremost adj preceding all others in spatial position foremost adj situated closest to the bow foremost adv prominently forward first foremost adv before anything else first,firstly forename n the name that precedes the surname forenoon n the time period between dawn and noon morning,morn forensic adj of, relating to, or used in public debate or argument forensic adj used or applied in the investigation and establishment of facts or evidence in a court of law forensics n scientific tests or techniques used in the investigation of crimes forepaw n front paw; analogous to the human hand foreplay n mutual sexual fondling prior to sexual intercourse arousal,stimulation forerunner n a person who goes before or announces the coming of another precursor forerunner n something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone harbinger,predecessor,herald,precursor forerunner n anything that precedes something similar in time antecedent foresee v realize beforehand anticipate,foreknow foresee v picture to oneself; imagine possible envision foresee v act in advance of; deal with ahead of time anticipate,forestall,counter foreseeable adj capable of being anticipated foreshadow v indicate, as with a sign or an omen bode,portend,prognosticate,omen,presage,augur,foretell,prefigure foreshadowing n the act of providing vague advance indications; representing beforehand foreshadowing adj indistinctly prophetic foresight n providence by virtue of planning prudently for the future foresight n seeing ahead; knowing in advance; foreseeing farsightedness,prospicience foreskin n a fold of skin covering the tip of the clitoris prepuce foreskin n a fold of skin covering the tip of the penis prepuce forest n the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area wood,woods forest n land that is covered with trees and shrubs woodland,timberland,timber forest v establish a forest on previously unforested land forestall v keep from happening or arising; make impossible prevent,foreclose,preclude,forbid forestall v act in advance of; deal with ahead of time anticipate,foresee,counter forestalling n the act of preventing something by anticipating and disposing of it effectively preclusion forested adj covered with forest forester n English writer of adventure novels featuring Captain Horatio Hornblower (1899-1966) forester n someone trained in forestry forestry n the science of planting and caring for forests and the management of growing timber foretaste n an early limited awareness of something yet to occur foretell v foreshadow or presage announce,harbinger,herald foretell v make a prediction about; tell in advance predict,prognosticate,call,forebode,anticipate,promise foretell v indicate, as with a sign or an omen bode,portend,prognosticate,omen,presage,foreshadow,augur,prefigure foretelling n a statement made about the future prediction,forecasting,prognostication foretelling n the art or gift of prophecy (or the pretense of prophecy) by supernatural means divination forethought n planning or plotting in advance of acting premeditation forethought n judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger caution,precaution,care forethoughtful adj thoughtful of the future forever adv for a limitless time eternally,evermore forever adv for a very long or seemingly endless time forever adv without interruption constantly,always,perpetually,incessantly forevermore adv at any future time; in the future evermore forewarn v warn in advance or beforehand; give an early warning forewarning n an early warning about a future event premonition forewing n either of the anterior pair of wings on an insect that has four wings forewoman n a woman who is foreperson of a jury forewoman n a woman in charge of a group of workers foreword n a short introductory essay preceding the text of a book preface forfeit n something that is lost or surrendered as a penalty forfeiture forfeit n a penalty for a fault or mistake that involves losing or giving up something forfeiture forfeit n the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc. forfeiture,sacrifice forfeit v lose (s.th.) or lose the right to (s.th.) by some error, offense, or crime waive,forgo,forego claim forfeit adj surrendered as a penalty confiscate,forfeited forfeited adj surrendered as a penalty confiscate,forfeit forfeiture n something that is lost or surrendered as a penalty forfeit forfeiture n a penalty for a fault or mistake that involves losing or giving up something forfeit forfeiture n the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc. forfeit,sacrifice forfend v prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening obviate,deflect,avert,avoid forgather v collect in one place meet,gather,assemble forge n furnace consisting of a special hearth where metal is heated before shaping forge n a workplace where metal is worked by heating and hammering smithy forge v create by hammering hammer forge v make a copy of with the intent to deceive fake,counterfeit forge v come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort invent,contrive,devise,formulate forge v move ahead steadily forged adj reproduced fraudulently bad forger n someone who operates a forge forger n someone who makes copies illegally counterfeiter forgery n a copy that is represented as the original counterfeit forgery n criminal falsification by making or altering an instrument with intent to defraud forget v dismiss from the mind; stop remembering bury remember forget v be unable to remember block remember forget v forget to do something mind forget v leave behind unintentionally leave forgetful adj (of memory) deficient in retentiveness or range short forgetful adj not mindful or attentive mindless forgetful adj failing to keep in mind oblivious forgetfulness n tendency to forget forgetfulness n unawareness caused by neglectful or heedless failure to remember forgettable adj easily forgotten unforgettable forging n shaping metal by heating and hammering forgivable adj easily excused or forgiven excusable forgive v stop blaming or grant forgiveness forgive v absolve from payment forgiveness n compassionate feelings that support a willingness to forgive forgiveness n the act of excusing a mistake or offense pardon forgiving adj inclined or able to forgive and show mercy unforgiving forgiving adj providing absolution forgo v do without or cease to hold or adhere to waive,relinquish,forego forgo v be earlier in time; go back further predate,precede,forego forgo v lose (s.th.) or lose the right to (s.th.) by some error, offense, or crime forfeit,waive,forego forgoing n the act of renouncing; sacrificing or giving up or surrendering (a possession or right or title or privilege etc.) renunciation forgotten adj not noticed inadvertently disregarded forint n the basic unit of money in Hungary fork n cutlery used for serving and eating food fork n the act of branching out or dividing into branches branching,ramification,forking fork n the region of the angle formed by the junction of two branches crotch fork n an agricultural tool used for lifting or digging; has a handle and metal prongs fork v lift with a pitchfork pitchfork fork v place under attack with one's own pieces, of two enemy pieces fork v divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork branch,ramify,furcate,separate fork v shape like a fork forked adj resembling a fork; divided or separated into two branches bifurcate,branched,pronged forked adj having two meanings with intent to deceive double forking n the place where something divides into branches forking n the act of branching out or dividing into branches branching,ramification,fork forklift n a small industrial vehicle with a power operated forked platform in front that can be inserted under loads to lift and move them forlorn adj marked by or showing hopelessness form n the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something form n a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality kind,sort,variety form n a perceptual structure shape,pattern form n any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) shape,configuration,contour,conformation form v create (as an entity) organize form v to compose or represent constitute,make form v develop into a distinctive entity spring form v give shape or form to shape formal n a lavish dance requiring formal attire ball formal n a gown for evening wear formal adj being in accord with established forms and conventions and requirements (as e.g. of formal dress) informal formal adj characteristic of or befitting a person in authority formal adj (of spoken and written language) adhering to traditional standards of correctness and without casual, contracted, and colloquial forms informal formal adj represented in simplified or symbolic form conventional,schematic formaldehyde n a colorless poisonous gas; made by the oxidation of methanol formalism n the doctrine that formal structure rather than content is what should be represented imitation formalism n (philosophy) the philosophical theory that formal (logical or mathematical) statements have no meaning but that its symbols (regarded as phy formalism n the practice of scrupulous adherence to prescribed or external forms formalities n a requirement of etiquette or custom formality formality n a requirement of etiquette or custom formalities formality n a manner that strictly observes all forms and ceremonies informality formality n compliance with formal rules formalization n the act of making formal (as by stating formal rules governing classes of expressions) formalize v make formal or official formalize v declare or make legally valid validate formalized adj concerned with or characterized by rigorous adherence to recognized forms (especially in religion or art) formalized adj given formal standing or endorsement; made official or legitimate by the observance of proper procedures formally adv with official authorization officially formally adv in a formal manner informally format n the organization of information according to preset specifications (usually for computer processing) formatting format n the general appearance of a publication format v set (printed matter) into a specific format arrange format v determine the arrangement of (data) for storage and display (in computer science) format v divide (a disk) into marked sectors so that it may store data initialize formation n an arrangement of people or things acting as a unit formation n the act of fabricating something in a particular shape shaping formation n the act of forming or establishing something constitution,establishment,organization,organisation formation n (geology) the geological features of the earth formative n minimal language unit that has a syntactic (or morphological) function formative adj capable of forming new cells and tissues formative adj forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning shaping,plastic formatting n the organization of information according to preset specifications (usually for computer processing) format formed adj having or given a form or shape unformed former n the first of two or the first mentioned of two latter former adj referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several) latter former adj belonging to some prior time old,onetime,quondam,sometime former adj (used especially of persons) of the immediate past late,previous former adj belonging to the distant past early,other formerly adv at a previous time once,erst formic adj of or relating to or derived from ants formic adj of or containing or derived from formic acid formica n any of various plastic laminates containing melamine formica n type genus of the Formicidae formidable adj extremely impressive in strength or excellence formidable adj inspiring fear redoubtable,unnerving formidably adv in a formidable manner formless adj having no definite form or distinct shape amorphous,shapeless formless adj having no physical form formula n a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement expression formula n directions for making something recipe formula n a conventionalized statement expressing some fundamental principle formula n a representation of a substance using symbols for its constituent elements formulaic adj characterized by or in accordance with some formula formulary n (pharmacology) a book containing a compilation of pharmaceutical products with their formulas and methods of preparation formulary adj of or relating to or of the nature of a formula formulate v elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses explicate,develop formulate v come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort invent,contrive,devise,forge formulate v put into words or an expression word,phrase,articulate formulate v prepare according to a formula formulated adj devised; developed according to an orderly plan formulation n a substance prepared according to a formula preparation formulation n inventing or contriving an idea or explanation and formulating it mentally conceptualization formulation n the style of expressing yourself expression fornicate v have sex without being married fornication n voluntary sexual intercourse between persons not married to each other fornication n extramarital sex that willfully and maliciously interferes with marriage relations adultery fornix n generally any arch shaped structure (but often it refers to the arched roof of an anatomical space) fornix n an arched bundle of white fibers at the base of the brain by which the hippocampus of each hemisphere projects to the contralateral hippocam forsake v leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch abandon,desolate,desert forsaking n the act of forsaking forsaking n the act of giving something up abandonment,desertion forswear v formally reject or disavow a formerly held belief, usually under pressure recant,retract,resile forsythia n any of various early blooming oleaceous shrubs of the genus Forsythia; native to eastern Asia and southern Europe but widely cultivated for fort n a fortified military post where troops are stationed garrison fort n a fortified defensive structure fortress fort v gather in, or as if in, a fort, as for protection or defense fort v enclose by or as if by a fortification fortify fort v station (troops) in a fort forte n an asset of special worth or utility metier,specialty,speciality,strength forte n a musical composition or musical passage to be performed loudly forte n the stronger part of a sword blade between the hilt and the foible forte adj (used chiefly as a direction or description in music) loud; with force loud piano forte adv used as a direction in music; to be played relatively loudly loudly piano forth n a river in southern Scotland that flows eastward to the Firth of Forth forth adv from a particular thing or place or position (`forth' is obsolete) away,off forth adv forward in time or order or degree forward,onward forth adv out into view forthcoming adj at ease in talking to others extroverted,outgoing forthcoming adj of the relatively near future approaching,coming,upcoming forthcoming adj available when required or as promised forthright adj characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion blunt,candid,frank,outspoken forthright adv directly and without evasion; not roundabout squarely,forthrightly forthrightly adv directly and without evasion; not roundabout squarely,forthright forthrightness n the quality of being honest and straightforward in attitude and speech candor,frankness,directness forthwith adv without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening immediately,instantly,straightaway,directly,now forties n the time of life between 40 and 50 forties n the decade from 1940 to 1949 fortieth n position 40 in a countable series of things fortieth adj the ordinal number of forty in counting order fortification n defensive structure consisting of walls or mounds built around a stronghold to strengthen it munition fortification n the art or science of strengthening defenses fortification n the addition of an ingredient for the purpose of enrichment (as the addition of alcohol to wine or the addition of vitamins to food) fortified adj secured with bastions or fortifications fortified adj having something added to increase the strength fortify v make strong or stronger strengthen fortify v enclose by or as if by a fortification fort fortify v prepare oneself for a military confrontation arm,gird fortify v add nutrients to fortitude n strength of mind that enables one to endure adversity with courage fortnight n a period of fourteen consecutive days fortnightly adj occurring every two weeks biweekly fortnightly adv every two weeks biweekly fortran n a high-level programing language for mathematical and scientific purposes; stands for formula translation fortress n a fortified defensive structure fort fortuitous adj having no cause or apparent cause causeless fortuitous adj occurring by happy chance fortuna n (Roman mythology) the goddess of fortune and good luck; counterpart of Greek Tyche fortunate adj having unexpected good fortune unfortunate fortunate adj supremely favored golden fortunate adj presaging good fortune rosy fortunately adv by good fortune luckily unfortunately fortune n an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another luck,chance,hazard fortune n a large amount of wealth or prosperity fortune n an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that leads to a favorable outcome luck fortune n your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) destiny,fate,luck,lot,circumstances,portion forty n the cardinal number that is the product of ten and four forty adj being ten more than thirty forum n a public meeting or assembly for open discussion forum n a public facility to meet for open discussion assembly forward n the person who plays the position of forward in certain games, such as basketball, soccer, or hockey forward n a position on a basketball, soccer, or hockey team forward v send or ship onward from an intermediate post or station in transit forward adj at or near or directed toward the front backward forward adj used of temperament or behavior; lacking restraint or modesty backward forward adj of the transmission gear causing forward movement in a motor vehicle reverse forward adj moving forward advancing forward adv at or to or toward the front forwards backward forward adv forward in time or order or degree forth,onward forward adv toward the future; forward in time ahead backward forward adv in a forward direction ahead,onward,onwards,forwards forwarding n the act of sending on to another destination forwarding n the advancement of some enterprise furtherance,promotion forwards adv at or to or toward the front forward forwards adv in a forward direction ahead,onward,onwards,forward fossa n a concavity in a surface (especially an anatomical depression) pit fossa n monotypic genus of Madagascar civets closely related to palm civets fossa n largest carnivore of Madagascar; intermediate in some respects between cats and civets fosse n ditch dug as a fortification and usually filled with water moat fossil n someone whose style is out of fashion dodo,fogy fossil n the remains (or an impression) of a plant or animal that existed in a past geological age and that has been excavated from the soil fossil adj characteristic of a fossil fossiliferous adj bearing or containing fossils fossilize v convert to a fossil fossilize v become mentally inflexible fossilized adj set in a rigidly conventional pattern of behavior, habits, or beliefs ossified foster n United States songwriter whose songs embody the sentiment of the South before the American Civil War (1826-1864) foster v promote the growth of further foster v bring up under fosterage; of children foster v help develop, help grow nurture foster adj providing or receiving nurture or parental care though not related by blood or legal ties surrogate fostering n encouragement; aiding the development of something fostering n helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community breeding,nurture,raising,rearing,upbringing foucault n French physicist who determined the speed of light and showed that it travels slower in water than in air; invented the Foucault pendulum an foul n an act that violates the rules of a sport foul v hit a foul ball foul v make impure pollute,contaminate foul v become or cause to become obstructed clog,congest,choke foul v commit a foul; break the rules foul adj highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust disgusting,distasteful,loathsome,repellent,repelling,revolting,skanky,wicked foul adj offensively malodorous fetid,funky,noisome,smelly,stinking foul adj violating accepted standards or rules cheating,dirty,unsportsmanlike foul adj (of a baseball) not hit between the foul lines fair foulard n a light plain-weave or twill-weave silk or silklike fabric (usually with a printed design) fouled adj made dirty or foul fouled adj especially of a ship's lines etc afoul,foul foulness n disgusting wickedness and immorality foulness n a state characterized by foul or disgusting dirt and refuse filth,nastiness foulness n (of weather) the badness of the weather foulness n the attribute of having a strong offensive smell foumart n dark brown mustelid of woodlands of Eurasia that gives off an unpleasant odor when threatened polecat,fitch found n food and lodging provided in addition to money found v set up or found establish,launch found v set up or lay the groundwork for establish,plant,constitute,institute found v use as a basis for; found on establish,base,ground found adj come upon unexpectedly or after searching lost foundation n the basis on which something is grounded foundation n an institution supported by an endowment foundation n lowest support of a structure base,fundament,foot,groundwork foundation n education or instruction in the fundamentals of a field of knowledge grounding founder n inflammation of the laminated tissue that attaches the hoof to the foot of a horse founder n a person who founds or establishes some institution beginner,father founder n a worker who makes metal castings founder v fail utterly; collapse flop founder v sink below the surface founder v break down, literally or metaphorically collapse,give,break founder v stumble and nearly fall foundering n (of a ship) sinking founding n the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new initiation,foundation,institution,origination,creation,innovation,introduction foundling n a child who has been abandoned and whose parents are unknown foundress n a woman founder foundry n factory where metal castings are produced fount n a specific size and style of type within a type family font,face,case fount n a plumbing fixture that provides a flow of water fountain fountain n a structure from which an artificially produced jet of water arises fountain n a natural flow of ground water spring,outflow,outpouring fountain n an artificially produced flow of water jet fountain n a plumbing fixture that provides a flow of water fount four n the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one tetrad,quaternary,quartet,foursome four n a playing card or domino or die whose upward face shows four pips four adj being one more than three fourfold adj four times as great or many quadruple fourfold adj having four units or components quadruple fourfold adv by a factor of four fourscore n the cardinal number that is the product of ten and eight eighty fourscore adj being ten more than seventy eighty foursome n four people considered as a unit quartet foursome n the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one four,tetrad,quaternary,quartet foursquare n (geometry) a plane rectangle with four equal sides and four right angles; a four-sided regular polygon square foursquare adj characterized by firm and unwavering conviction foursquare adv in a square position foursquare adv with firmness and conviction; without compromise squarely,straightforwardly fourteen n the cardinal number that is the sum of thirteen and one fourteen adj being one more than thirteen fourteenth n position 14 in a countable series of things fourteenth adj coming next after the thirteenth in position fourth n following the third position; number four in a countable series fourth n one of four equal parts quarter fourth n the musical interval between one note and another four notes away from it fourth adj coming next after the third and just before the fifth in position or time or degree or magnitude quaternary fourth adv in the fourth place fourthly fourthly adv in the fourth place fourth fowl n a domesticated gallinaceous bird thought to be descended from the red jungle fowl poultry fowl n the flesh of a bird or fowl (wild or domestic) used as food bird fowl v hunt fowl fowl v hunt fowl in the forest fowler n English lexicographer who wrote a well-known book on English usage (1858-1933) fowler n someone who hunts wild birds for food fox n alert carnivorous mammal with pointed muzzle and ears and a bushy tail; most are predators that do not hunt in packs fox n a shifty deceptive person dodger fox n the grey or reddish-brown fur of a fox fox n English statesman who supported American independence and the French Revolution (1749-1806) fox v deceive somebody trick,fob fox v be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly confuse,throw,befuddle,fuddle,bedevil,confound fox v become discolored with, or as if with, mildew spots foxglove n any of several plants of the genus Digitalis digitalis foxhole n a small dugout with a pit for individual shelter against enemy fire foxhound n medium-sized glossy-coated hounds developed for hunting foxes foxtail n grasses of the genera Alopecurus and Setaria having dense silky or bristly brushlike flowering spikes foxtrot n a ballroom dance in quadruple time; combines short and long and fast and slow steps fixed sequences foxtrot v dance the foxtrot foxy adj marked by skill in deception crafty,cunning,dodgy,slick,sly,tricky,wily foyer n a large entrance or reception room or area anteroom,antechamber,hall,lobby,vestibule fracas n noisy quarrel affray,altercation fractal n (mathematics) a geometric pattern that is repeated at every scale and so cannot be represented by classical geometry fraction n a component of a mixture that has been separated by a fractional process fraction n a small part or item forming a piece of a whole fraction n the quotient of two rational numbers fraction v perform a division divide fractional adj constituting or comprising a part or fraction of a possible whole or entirety whole fractionate v separate into constituents or fractions containing concentrated constituents fractionate v obtain by a fractional process fractious adj stubbornly resistant to authority or control refractory,recalcitrant fractious adj easily irritated or annoyed cranky,irritable,nettlesome,peevish,peckish,petulant,scratchy,testy fractious adj unpredictably difficult in operation; likely to be troublesome fractiousness n the trait of being prone to disobedience and lack of discipline fracture n breaking of hard tissue such as bone break fracture n (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other fault,faulting,shift,break fracture n the act of cracking something crack,cracking fracture v violate or abuse fracture v interrupt, break, or destroy fracture v break into pieces fracture v become fractured fragile adj easily broken or damaged or destroyed delicate,frail fragile adj vulnerably delicate fragile adj lacking substance or significance flimsy,slight,tenuous,thin fragility n quality of being easily damaged or destroyed fragility n lack of physical strength delicacy fragment n a piece broken off or cut off of something else fragment n a broken piece of a brittle artifact shard,sherd fragment n an incomplete piece fragment v break or cause to break into pieces fragmentary adj consisting of small disconnected parts fragmentation n separating something into fine particles fragmentation n the disintegration of social norms governing behavior and thought and social relationships fragmentation n (computer science) the condition of a file that is broken up and stored in many different locations on a magnetic disk fragmentation n the scattering of bomb fragments after the bomb explodes fragmented adj having been divided; having the unity destroyed disconnected,split fragrance n a distinctive odor that is pleasant aroma,perfume,scent fragrance n a pleasingly sweet olfactory property bouquet,redolence,sweetness fragrant adj pleasant-smelling frail n the weight of a frail (basket) full of raisins or figs; between 50 and 75 pounds frail n a basket for holding dried fruit (especially raisins or figs) frail adj physically weak robust frail adj wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings fallible,imperfect,weak frail adj easily broken or damaged or destroyed delicate,fragile frailty n the state of being weak in health or body (especially from old age) infirmity,debility frailty n moral weakness vice fraise n a ruff for the neck worn in the 16th century fraise n sloping or horizontal rampart of pointed stakes frame n the framework for a pair of eyeglasses frame n a single one of a series of still transparent pictures forming a cinema, television or video film frame n alternative names for the body of a human being soma,build,figure,physique,anatomy,shape,bod,chassis frame n (baseball) one of nine divisions of play during which each team has a turn at bat inning frame v enclose in or as if in a frame border frame v enclose in a frame, as of a picture frame v take or catch as if in a snare or trap ensnare,entrap frame v formulate in a particular style or language redact,cast,put,couch framed adj provided with a frame framer n someone who makes frames (as for pictures) framer n someone who writes a new law or plan framework n a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process model framework n the underlying structure fabric framework n a structure supporting or containing something frame framing n formulation of the plans and important details framing n a framework that supports and protects a picture or a mirror frame franc n the basic monetary unit in many countries; equal to 100 centimes france n a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe france n French writer of sophisticated novels and short stories (1844-1924) franchise n an authorization to sell a company's goods or services in a particular place franchise n a business established or operated under an authorization to sell or distribute a company's goods or services in a particular area dealership franchise n a statutory right or privilege granted to a person or group by a government (especially the rights of citizenship and the right to vote) franchise v grant a franchise to franciscan n a Roman Catholic friar wearing the grey habit of the Franciscan order franciscan adj of or relating to Saint Francis of Assisi or to the order founded by him franck n French composer and teacher who influenced a generation of composers (1822-1890) franck n United States physicist (born in Germany) who with Gustav Hertz performed an electron scattering experiment that proved the existence of the franco n Spanish general whose armies took control of Spain in 1939 and who ruled as a dictator until his death (1892-1975) francophile n an admirer of France and everything French frangible adj capable of being broken frank n a member of the ancient Germanic peoples who spread from the Rhine into the Roman Empire in the 4th century frank n a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll frankfurter,hotdog,dog,wiener frank v stamp with a postmark to indicate date and time of mailing postmark frank v exempt by means of an official pass or letter, as from customs or other checks frank adj characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion blunt,candid,forthright,outspoken frank adj clearly manifest; evident frankenstein n an agency that escapes control and destroys its creator frankenstein n the monster created by Frankenstein in a gothic novel by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley (the creator's name is commonly used to refer to his cr frankenstein n the fictional Swiss scientist who was the protagonist in a gothic novel by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley; he created a monster from parts of c frankfurt n a German city; an industrial and commercial and financial center frankfurter n a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll frank,hotdog,dog,wiener frankincense n an aromatic gum resin obtained from various Arabian or East African trees; formerly valued for worship and for embalming and fumigation thus frankish adj of or relating to the Franks franklin n United States historian noted for studies of Black American history (born in 1915) franklin n printer whose success as an author led him to take up politics; he helped draw up the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution; he p franklin n a landowner (14th and 15th centuries) who was free but not of noble birth frankly adv (used as intensives reflecting the speaker's attitude) it is sincerely the case that honestly,candidly frankness n the quality of being honest and straightforward in attitude and speech candor,directness,forthrightness frankness n the trait of being blunt and outspoken outspokenness frantic adj excessively agitated; distraught with fear or other violent emotion frenetic,frenzied frantic adj marked by uncontrolled excitement or emotion delirious,excited,mad,unrestrained frantically adv in an uncontrolled manner madly frap v make secure by lashing frap v take up the slack of frappe n liqueur poured over shaved ice frappe n thick milkshake containing ice cream frappe n a frozen dessert with fruit flavoring (especially one containing no milk) ice frat n a social club for male undergraduates fraternity fraternal adj of or relating to a fraternity or society of usually men fraternal adj (of twins) derived from two separate fertilized ova identical fraternal adj like or characteristic of or befitting a brother brotherly fraternity n a social club for male undergraduates frat fraternity n people engaged in a particular occupation brotherhood fraternize v be on friendly terms with someone, as if with a brother, especially with an enemy fratricide n a person who murders their brother or sister fratricide n fire that injures or kills an ally fratricide n the murder of your sibling frau n a German courtesy title or form of address for an adult woman fraud n intentional deception resulting in injury to another person fraud n a person who makes deceitful pretenses imposter,impostor,pretender,fake,faker,sham,pseudo,pseud fraud n something intended to deceive; deliberate trickery intended to gain an advantage fraudulence,hoax,humbug fraudulence n a fraudulent or duplicitous representation duplicity fraudulence n the quality of being fraudulent deceit fraudulence n something intended to deceive; deliberate trickery intended to gain an advantage fraud,hoax,humbug fraudulent adj intended to deceive deceitful,fallacious fraudulently adv in a dishonest and fraudulent manner fraught adj marked by distress fraught adj filled with or attended with pregnant fraulein n a German courtesy title or form of address for an unmarried woman fray n a noisy fight affray,disturbance,ruffle fray v wear away by rubbing frazzle fray v cause friction rub,fret,chafe,scratch frayed adj worn away or tattered along the edges frazer n English social anthropologist noted for studies of primitive religion and magic (1854-1941) frazzle n a state of extreme exhaustion frazzle v wear away by rubbing fray frazzle v exhaust physically or emotionally freak n a person or animal that is markedly unusual or deformed monster,monstrosity freak n someone who is so ardently devoted to something that it resembles an addiction addict,nut,junkie,junky freak v lose one's nerve freakish adj changeable capricious freakish adj characteristic of a freak freakish adj conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual bizarre,eccentric,freaky,flaky,gonzo,outlandish freaky adj strange and somewhat frightening freaky adj conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual bizarre,eccentric,freakish,flaky,gonzo,outlandish freckle n a small brownish spot (of the pigment melanin) on the skin freckle v become freckled freckle v mark with freckles freckled adj relating to or covered with or resembling freckles frederick n a town in northern Maryland to the west of Baltimore fredericton n the provincial capital of New Brunswick free n people who are free free v grant freedom to; free from confinement liberate,release,loose confine free v relieve from rid,disembarrass free v remove or force out from a position dislodge free v grant relief or an exemption from a rule or requirement to exempt,relieve free adj not limited or hampered; not under compulsion or restraint free adj unconstrained or not chemically bound in a molecule or not fixed and capable of relatively unrestricted motion bound free adj costing nothing complimentary,gratis,gratuitous free adj not occupied or in use free adv without restraint loose freebie n something that is free (usually provided as part of a promotional scheme) freeborn adj born free of free parents freedman n a person who has been freed from slavery freedom n the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints freedom n immunity from an obligation or duty exemption freehand adj done by hand without mechanical aids or devices freehold n an estate held in fee simple or for life freehold n tenure by which land is held in fee simple or for life freeholder n the owner of a freehold freeing n the act of liberating someone or something liberation,release freelance n a writer or artist who sells services to different employers without a long-term contract with any of them freelancer,independent freelance v work independently and on temporary contracts rather than for a long-term employer freelance adj working for yourself salaried freelance adj serving for wages in a foreign army mercenary freelancer n a writer or artist who sells services to different employers without a long-term contract with any of them freelance,independent freeload v live off somebody's generosity freeloader n someone who takes advantage of the generosity of others freely adv in a free manner freeman n a person who is not a serf or a slave freemason n a member of a widespread secret fraternal order pledged to mutual assistance and brotherly love mason freemasonry n a natural or instinctive fellowship between people of similar interests freemasonry n Freemasons collectively masonry freesia n any of several plants of the genus Freesia valued for their one-sided clusters of usually fragrant yellow or white or pink tubular flowers freestanding adj standing apart; not attached to or supported by anything separate freestone n fruit (especially peach) whose flesh does not adhere to the pit freestyle n a race (as in swimming) in which each contestant has a free choice of the style to use freethinker n a person who rejects religion freeway n a broad highway designed for high-speed traffic expressway,pike,superhighway freewheeling adj free of restraints or rules freewheeling adj cheerfully irresponsible carefree,slaphappy freeze n the withdrawal of heat to change something from a liquid to a solid freezing freeze n weather cold enough to cause freezing frost freeze n an interruption or temporary suspension of progress or movement halt freeze n fixing (of prices or wages etc) at a particular level freeze v stop moving or become immobilized freeze v change to ice boil freeze v be cold freeze v cause to freeze freezer n electric refrigerator (trade name Deepfreeze) in which food is frozen and stored for long periods of time freezing n the withdrawal of heat to change something from a liquid to a solid freeze freight n goods carried by a large vehicle cargo,lading,load,loading,payload,shipment,consignment freight n transporting goods commercially at rates cheaper than express rates freightage freight n the charge for transporting something by common carrier freightage freight v transport commercially as cargo freight v load with goods for transportation freightage n the charge for transporting something by common carrier freight freightage n transporting goods commercially at rates cheaper than express rates freight freighter n a cargo ship bottom fremont n United States explorer who mapped much of the American west and Northwest (1813-1890) french n the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France french n the people of France french n United States sculptor who created the seated marble figure of Abraham Lincoln in the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. (1850-1931) french v cut (e.g, beans) lengthwise in preparation for cooking french adj of or pertaining to France or the people of France gallic frenchman n a person of French nationality frenetic adj excessively agitated; distraught with fear or other violent emotion frantic,frenzied frenzied adj affected with or marked by frenzy or mania uncontrolled by reason manic frenzied adj excessively agitated; distraught with fear or other violent emotion frantic,frenetic frenzy n state of violent mental agitation craze,delirium,fury,hysteria freon n any one or more chlorofluorocarbons (or related compounds) that are used as an aerosol propellant, organic solvent, or refrigerant frequency n the number of occurrences within a given time period frequency n the ratio of the number of observations in a statistical category to the total number of observations frequency n the number of observations in a given statistical category frequent v do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of patronize,shop,sponsor frequent v be a regular or frequent visitor to a certain place haunt frequent adj coming at short intervals or habitually infrequent frequent adj frequently encountered frequently adv many times at short intervals often,oftentimes,oft infrequently fresco n a mural done with watercolors on wet plaster fresco n a durable method of painting on a wall by using watercolors on wet plaster fresco v paint onto wet plaster on a wall fresh adj recently made, produced, or harvested stale fresh adj (of a cycle) beginning or occurring again fresh adj imparting vitality and energy bracing,brisk,refreshing,tonic fresh adj original and of a kind not seen before new,novel fresh adv very recently newly,freshly,new freshen v make (to feel) fresh refresh freshen v become or make oneself fresh again refresh freshen v make fresh again refresh freshener n anything that freshens fresher n a first-year undergraduate freshman freshly adv very recently newly,fresh,new freshly adv in an impudent or impertinent manner freshman n a first-year undergraduate fresher freshman n any new participant in some activity newcomer,fledgling,starter,neophyte,newbie,entrant freshman adj used of a person in the first year of an experience (especially in United States high school or college) freshness n the property of being pure and fresh (as if newly made); not stale or deteriorated freshness n originality by virtue of being refreshingly novel novelty freshness n an alert and refreshed state glow freshness n originality by virtue of being new and surprising novelty freshwater n water that is not salty fresno n a city in south central California in the San Joaquin Valley; center of an important agricultural area and gateway to the Sierra Nevada Moun fress v eat a lot and without restraint fret n agitation resulting from active worry stew,sweat,lather,swither fret n a spot that has been worn away by abrasion or erosion fret n an ornamental pattern consisting of repeated vertical and horizontal lines (often in relief) fret n a small bar of metal across the fingerboard of a musical instrument; when the string is stopped by a finger at the metal bar it will produce fret v worry unnecessarily or excessively fuss,niggle fret v be agitated or irritated fret v provide (a musical instrument) with frets fret v become or make sore by or as if by rubbing chafe,gall fretful adj nervous and unable to relax antsy,fidgety,itchy fretful adj habitually complaining querulous,whiny fretfully adv in a fretful manner fretfulness n an irritable petulant feeling irritability,petulance,choler fretted adj having frets fretted adj having a pattern of fretwork or latticework interlaced freud n Austrian neurologist who originated psychoanalysis (1856-1939) freudian n a person who follows the basic theories or practices of Sigmund Freud freudian adj of or relating to Sigmund Freud or his psychoanalytic ideas frey n (Norse mythology) god of earth's fertility and peace and prosperity; son of Njorth and brother of Freya; originally of the Vanir; later with freyr freya n (Norse mythology) goddess of love and fecundity; daughter of Njorth and sister of Frey freyja freyja n (Norse mythology) goddess of love and fecundity; daughter of Njorth and sister of Frey freya freyr n (Norse mythology) god of earth's fertility and peace and prosperity; son of Njorth and brother of Freya; originally of the Vanir; later with frey friable adj easily broken into small fragments or reduced to powder friar n a male member of a religious order that originally relied solely on alms friary n a monastery of friars frick n United States industrialist who amassed a fortune in the steel industry (1849-1919) friction n a state of conflict between persons clash friction n the resistance encountered when one body is moved in contact with another rubbing friction n effort expended in moving one object over another with pressure rubbing frictionless adj lacking all friction friday n the sixth day of the week; the fifth working day fridge n a refrigerator in which the coolant is pumped around by an electric motor fried adj cooked by frying in fat friedman n United States economist noted as a proponent of monetarism and for his opposition to government intervention in the economy (born in 1912) friend n a person you know well and regard with affection and trust friend n an associate who provides cooperation or assistance ally foe friend n a person with whom you are acquainted acquaintance friend n a person who backs a politician or a team etc. supporter,protagonist,champion,admirer,booster friendless adj excluded from a society outcast friendlessness n being without friends friendliness n a feeling of liking for another person; enjoyment in their company friendliness n a friendly disposition friendly n troops belonging to or allied with your own military forces hostile friendly adj characteristic of or befitting a friend unfriendly friendly adj inclined to help or support; not antagonistic or hostile friendly adj easy to understand or use unfriendly friendly adj of or belonging to your own country's forces or those of an ally hostile friendship n the state of being friends (or friendly) frier n flesh of a medium-sized young chicken suitable for frying fryer fries n strips of potato fried in deep fat chips friesian n a breed of dairy cattle from northern Holland holstein friesland n the western part of the ancient region of Frisia in northern Europe on the North Sea between the Scheldt river and the Weser river; part of friesland n one of the northernmost provinces of the Netherlands frieze n an architectural ornament consisting of a horizontal sculptured band between the architrave and the cornice frieze n a heavy woolen fabric with a long nap frigate n a medium size square-rigged warship of the 18th and 19th centuries frigate n a United States warship larger than a destroyer and smaller than a cruiser frigg n (Norse mythology) goddess of the heavens and married love; wife of Odin frigga frigga n (Norse mythology) goddess of the heavens and married love; wife of Odin frigg fright n an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight) fear fright v cause fear in frighten,scare,affright frighten v cause fear in fright,scare,affright frightened adj made afraid scared frightened adj thrown into a state of intense fear or desperation panicky,panicked,terrified frightening n the act of inspiring with fear frightening adj causing fear or dread or terror awful,dire,dread,dreaded,dreadful,fearful,fearsome,horrendous frighteningly adv in an alarming manner frightful adj provoking horror atrocious,horrifying,horrible,ugly frightful adj extreme in degree or extent or amount or impact terrible,awful,tremendous frightful adj extremely distressing fearful frightfully adv used as intensifiers terribly,awfully,awful frigid adj sexually unresponsive cold frigid adj extremely cold arctic,gelid,glacial,icy,polar frigid adj devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain frosty,frozen,glacial,icy,wintry frill n (paleontology) a bony plate that curves upward behind the skull of many ceratopsian dinosaurs frill n an external body part consisting of feathers or hair about the neck of a bird or other animal ruff frill n a strip of pleated material used as a decoration or a trim flounce,ruffle,furbelow frill n ornamental objects of no great value nonsense frilled adj having decorative ruffles or frills frilly,ruffled frilly adj having decorative ruffles or frills frilled,ruffled fringe n the outside boundary or surface of something periphery fringe n a part of the city far removed from the center outskirt fringe n one of the light or dark bands produced by the interference and diffraction of light fringe n a social group holding marginal or extreme views fringe v adorn with a fringe fringe v decorate with or as if with a surrounding fringe fringed adj surrounded as with a border or fringe; sometimes used in combination fringed adj having a decorative edging of hanging cords or strips fringed adj having edges irregularly and finely slashed frisbee n a light, plastic disk about 10 inches in diameter; propelled with a flip of the wrist for recreation or competition frisian n a native or inhabitant of Friesland or Frisia frisian n a West Germanic language spoken in Friesland in the northwestern Netherlands; a near relative of English frisian adj of or relating to the people or culture or language of Friesland or Frisia frisk n the act of searching someone for concealed weapons or illegal drugs frisking frisk v play boisterously frolic,lark,skylark,disport,sport,cavort,gambol,romp frisk v search as for concealed weapons by running the hands rapidly over the clothing and through the pockets frisking n the act of searching someone for concealed weapons or illegal drugs frisk frisky adj playful like a lively kitten frittata n Italian omelet with diced vegetables and meats; cooked until bottom is set then inverted into another pan to cook the top fritter n small quantity of fried batter containing fruit or meat or vegetables fritter v spend frivolously and unwisely dissipate,shoot,fool frivolity n the trait of being frivolous; not serious or sensible seriousness frivolity n something of little value or significance fluff frivolity n acting like a clown or buffoon clowning,prank frivolous adj not serious in content or attitude or behavior serious frivolously adv in a frivolous manner frizz n the condition of being formed into small tight curls frizz v curl tightly crimp,crape,frizzle,kink frizzle v fry something until it curls and becomes crisp frizzle v curl tightly crimp,crape,frizz,kink frizzy adj (of hair) in small tight curls crisp,kinky,nappy frock n a long, loose outer garment frock n a habit worn by clerics frock n a one-piece garment for a woman; has skirt and bodice dress frock v put a frock on frog n any of various tailless stout-bodied amphibians with long hind limbs for leaping; semiaquatic and terrestrial species toad,anuran frog n a person of French descent gaul frog n a decorative loop of braid or cord frog v hunt frogs for food frogman n someone who works underwater diver frogmouth n insectivorous bird of Australia and southeastern Asia having a wide frog-like mouth frolic n gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement play,romp,gambol,caper frolic v play boisterously lark,skylark,disport,sport,cavort,gambol,frisk,romp frolicsome adj given to merry frolicking rollicking frond n compound leaf of a fern or palm or cycad front n the side that is forward or prominent rear front n the line along which opposing armies face each other front n the outward appearance of a person front n the side that is seen or that goes first rear front v be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to look,face back front v confront bodily breast front adj relating to or located in the front back frontage n the extent of land abutting on a street or water frontage n the direction in which something (such as a building) faces frontage n the face or front of a building facade,frontal frontal n an adornment worn on the forehead frontlet frontal n a drapery that covers the front of an altar frontal n the face or front of a building facade,frontage frontal adj belonging to the front part frontal adj of or relating to the front of an advancing mass of air frontal adj meeting front to front frontal adj of or adjacent to the forehead or frontal bone frontier n a wilderness at the edge of a settled area of a country frontier n an international boundary or the area (often fortified) immediately inside the boundary frontier n an undeveloped field of study; a topic inviting research and development frontlet n an adornment worn on the forehead frontal frost n ice crystals forming a white deposit (especially on objects outside) hoar,rime frost n weather cold enough to cause freezing freeze frost n the formation of frost or ice on a surface icing frost n United States poet famous for his lyrical poems on country life in New England (1874-1963) frost v decorate with frosting ice frost v provide with a rough or speckled surface or appearance frost v cover with frost frost v damage by frost frostbite n destruction of tissue by freezing and characterized by tingling, blistering and possibly gangrene frosted adj (of glass) having a roughened coating resembling frost frosting n a flavored sugar topping used to coat and decorate cakes icing,ice frosty adj devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain frigid,frozen,glacial,icy,wintry frosty adj covered with frost rimed frosty adj pleasantly cold and invigorating crisp,nipping,nippy,snappy froth n a mass of small bubbles formed in or on a liquid foam froth v become bubbly or frothy or foaming foam,fizz,sparkle froth v make froth or foam and become bubbly spume,suds froth v exude or expel foam frothiness n the property of giving off bubbles frothy adj emitting or filled with bubbles as from carbonation or fermentation bubbling,bubbly,foaming,foamy frothy adj marked by high spirits or excitement bubbling,effervescent,scintillating,sparkly froward adj habitually disposed to disobedience and opposition headstrong,willful,wilful frown n a facial expression of dislike or displeasure scowl frown v look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval glower,lour,lower frowning adj showing displeasure or anger frowningly adv with a frown; while frowning frozen adj turned into ice; affected by freezing or by long and severe cold unfrozen frozen adj absolutely still rooted frozen adj devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain frigid,frosty,glacial,icy,wintry frozen adj not thawed fructose n a simple sugar found in honey and in many ripe fruits frugal adj avoiding waste economical,scotch,sparing frugality n prudence in avoiding waste frugally adv in a frugal manner fruit n the ripened reproductive body of a seed plant fruit n an amount of a product yield fruit n the consequence of some effort or action fruit v cause to bear fruit fruit v bear fruit fruitcake n a whimsically eccentric person crackpot,crank,nut,screwball fruitcake n a rich cake containing dried fruit and nuts and citrus peel and so on fruiterer n a person who sells fruit fruitful adj productive or conducive to producing in abundance fruiting adj capable of bearing fruit fruition n the condition of bearing fruit fruition n enjoyment derived from use or possession fruition n something that is made real or concrete realization,realisation fruitless adj unproductive of success futile,sleeveless,vain fruitlessly adv in an unproductive manner fruity adj tasting or smelling richly of or as of fruit fruity adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,bats,batty,bonkers,buggy,cracked,crackers frump n a dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman dog frumpy adj primly out of date dowdy frustrate v hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of thwart,queer,spoil,scotch,foil,cross,baffle,bilk frustrate v treat cruelly torment,rag,bedevil,crucify,dun frustrated adj disappointingly unsuccessful defeated,disappointed,foiled,thwarted frustrating adj discouraging by hindering frustrating adj preventing realization or attainment of a desire thwarting frustration n the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals defeat frustration n an act of hindering someone's plans or efforts thwarting,foiling frustration n a feeling of annoyance at being hindered or criticized fry n English painter and art critic (1866-1934) fry n English dramatist noted for his comic verse dramas (born 1907) fry n a young person of either sex child,kid,youngster,minor,shaver,nipper,tyke,nestling fry v be excessively hot fry v cook on a hot surface using fat fry v kill by electrocution, as in the electric chair electrocute frye n Canadian literary critic interested in the use of myth and symbolism (1912-1991) fryer n flesh of a medium-sized young chicken suitable for frying frier frying n cooking in fat or oil in a pan or griddle fuchs n British physicist who was born in Germany and fled Nazi persecution; in the 1940s he passed secret information to the USSR about the develop fuchsia n any of various tropical shrubs widely cultivated for their showy drooping purplish or reddish or white flowers; Central and South America an fuck n slang for sexual intercourse fucking,screw,screwing,ass,shag,shtup fuck v have sexual intercourse with love,know,screw,jazz,eff,hump,bed,bang fucker n a stupid despised man fuckhead n a stupid person; these words are used to express a low opinion of someone's intelligence dunce,blockhead,bonehead,knucklehead,loggerhead,shithead,dumbass fucking n slang for sexual intercourse fuck,screw,screwing,ass,shag,shtup fucking adj informal intensifiers bally,blinking,bloody,blooming,crashing,flaming fucking adv intensifier, very colloquial fuckup n someone who makes mistakes because of incompetence bungler,blunderer,butcher fuckup n an embarrassing mistake blunder,blooper,bloomer,bungle,pratfall,flub,botch,boner fucus n any member of the genus Fucus fuddle n a confused multitude of things clutter,jumble,muddle,welter,smother fuddle v make stupid with alcohol befuddle fuddle v consume alcohol drink,booze fuddle v be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly confuse,throw,fox,befuddle,bedevil,confound fudge n soft creamy candy fudge v tamper, with the purpose of deception manipulate,fake,falsify,cook,wangle,misrepresent fudge v avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) hedge,evade,circumvent,parry,elude,skirt,dodge,duck fuel n a substance that can be consumed to produce energy fuel v provide with a combustible substance that provides energy fuel v provide with fuel fire fuel v take in fuel, as of a ship fuel v stimulate fueled adj heated, driven, or produced by burning fuel fueling n the activity of supplying or taking on fuel refueling fuentes n Mexican novelist (born in 1928) fug n (British informal) an airless smoky smelly atmosphere fugal adj of or relating to or in the style of a musical fugue fugitive n someone who flees from an uncongenial situation runaway,fleer fugitive n someone who is sought by law officers; someone trying to elude justice fugitive adj lasting for a markedly brief time fleeting,momentary fugue n dissociative disorder in which a person forgets who they are and leaves home to create a new life; during the fugue there is no memory of th fugue n a dreamlike state of altered consciousness that may last for hours or days fugue n a musical form consisting of a theme repeated a fifth above or a fourth below its first statement fuji n shrubby Japanese cherry tree having pale pink blossoms fuji n an extinct volcano in south central Honshu that is the highest peak in Japan; last erupted in 1707; famous for its symmetrical snow-capped p fukuoka n a city in southern Japan on Kyushu fula n a member of a pastoral and nomadic people of western Africa; they are traditionally cattle herders of Muslim faith fula n a family of languages of the Fulani of West Africa and used as a lingua franca in the sub-Saharan regions from Senegal to Chad; the best kno fulcrum n the pivot about which a lever turns fulfil v put in effect accomplish,execute,action,fulfill fulfil v fill, satisfy or meet a want or need or condtion ro restriction fit,meet,satisfy,fill,fulfill fulfil v meet the requirements or expectations of satisfy,fulfill fulfill v put in effect accomplish,execute,action,fulfil fulfill v meet the requirements or expectations of satisfy,fulfil fulfill v fill, satisfy or meet a want or need or condtion ro restriction fit,meet,satisfy,fill,fulfil fulfilled adj completed to perfection fulfillment n a feeling of satisfaction at having achieved your desires fulfilment fulfillment n the act of consummating something (a desire or promise etc) fulfilment fulfilment n a feeling of satisfaction at having achieved your desires fulfillment fulfilment n the act of consummating something (a desire or promise etc) fulfillment fulgent adj shining intensely blazing,blinding,dazzling,glaring full n the time when the Moon is fully illuminated full v beat for the purpose of cleaning and thickening full v make (a garment) fuller by pleating or gathering full v increase in phase wax full adj containing as much or as many as is possible or normal empty full adj constituting the full quantity or extent; complete entire,total full adj complete in extent or degree and in every particular total full adj filled to satisfaction with food or drink replete full adv to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form) fully fullback n (football) the running back who plays the fullback position on the offensive team fullback n (American football) an offensive position in the backfield fullback v play the fullback fuller n United States jurist and chief justice of the United States Supreme Court (1833-1910) fuller n United States architect who invented the geodesic dome (1895-1983) fuller n a workman who fulls (cleans and thickens) freshly woven cloth for a living fullness n completeness over a broad scope comprehensiveness fullness n the property of a sensation that is rich and pleasing mellowness,richness fullness n the condition of being filled to capacity emptiness fullness n greatness of volume fully adv to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form) full fully adv sufficiently; more than adequately amply fully adv referring to a quantity fulminate n a salt or ester of fulminic acid fulminate v criticize severely rail fulminate v come on suddenly and intensely fulminate v cause to explode violently and with loud noise fulsome adj unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech buttery,oily,oleaginous,smarmy,soapy,unctuous fulsomeness n excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm unction,smarm fulsomeness n smug self-serving earnestness unction fulton n American inventor who designed the first commercially successful steamboat and the first steam warship (1765-1815) fumble n (sports) dropping the ball muff fumble v feel about uncertainly or blindly grope fumble v make one's way clumsily or blindly blunder fumble v handle clumsily fumble v make a mess of, destroy or ruin botch,bodge,bumble,muff,blow,flub,spoil,bungle fumbling adj showing lack of skill or aptitude bungling,clumsy,incompetent fume n a cloud of fine particles suspended in a gas smoke fume v be mad, angry, or furious fume v emit a cloud of fine particles smoke fume v treat with fumes, expose to fumes, especially with the aim of disinfecting or eradicating pests fumigate fume v be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face reek fumed adj (of wood) darkened or colored by exposure to ammonia fumes fumes n gases ejected from an engine as waste products exhaust fumigate v treat with fumes, expose to fumes, especially with the aim of disinfecting or eradicating pests fume fumigation n the application of a gas or smoke to something for the purpose of disinfecting it fun n activities that are enjoyable or amusing merriment,playfulness fun n verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously) play,sport fun n violent and excited activity fun n a disposition to find (or make) causes for amusement playfulness function n (mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of an map,mapping function n what something is used for purpose,role,use function n the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group office,part,role function n a relation such that one thing is dependent on another function v perform as expected when applied work,operate,go,run malfunction function v serve a purpose, role, or function serve function v perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function officiate functional adj designed for or capable of a particular function or use functional adj involving or affecting function rather than physiology organic functional adj relating to or based on function especially as opposed to structure functional adj fit or ready for use or service usable,operable,operational functionality n capable of serving a purpose well functionally adv with respect to function functionary n a worker who holds or is invested with an office official functioning n process or manner of functioning or operating operation,performance functioning adj performing or able to perform its regular function malfunctioning fund n a reserve of money set aside for some purpose fund n a supply of something available for future use store,stock fund n a financial institution that sells shares to individuals and invests in securities issued by other companies fund v convert (short-term floating debt) into long-term debt that bears fixed interest and is represented by bonds fund v place or store up in a fund for accumulation fund v provide a fund for the redemption of principal or payment of interest fund v invest money in government securities fundament n the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained basis,base,foundation,groundwork,cornerstone fundament n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,bum,buns,can,hindquarters fundament n lowest support of a structure foundation,base,foot,groundwork fundamental n any factor that could be considered important to the understanding of a particular business fundamental n the lowest tone of a harmonic series fundamental adj serving as an essential component cardinal,central,key,primal fundamental adj being or involving basic facts or principles rudimentary,underlying fundamental adj far-reaching and thoroughgoing in effect especially on the nature of something profound fundamentalism n a form of Protestantism that takes the interpretation of every word in the sacred texts as literal truth fundamentalism n the strict adherence to the basic principles or doctrines of a religion, ideology, etc. fundamentalist n an adherent of fundamentalist principles fundamentalist n a supporter of fundamentalism fundamentalist adj of or relating to or characteristic of Protestant fundamentalism or its adherents fundamentalist adj of or relating to or tending toward ideological fundamentalism fundamentally adv in essence; at bottom or by one's (or its) very nature basically,essentially fundamentals n principles from which other truths can be derived basics,bedrock funded adj furnished with funds unfunded funding n financial resources provided to make some project possible support,backing funding n the act of financing financing fundraise v raise money for a cause or project fundraiser n someone who solicits financial contributions fundraiser n a social function that is held for the purpose of raising money funds n assets in the form of money finances fundus n (anatomy) the base of a hollow organ or that part of the organ farthest from its opening funeral n a ceremony at which a dead person is buried or cremated funerary adj of or for or relating to a funeral fungal adj of or relating to fungi fungi n the taxonomic kingdom including yeast, molds, smuts, mushrooms, and toadstools; distinct from the green plants fungible n a commodity that is freely interchangeable with another in satisfying an obligation fungible adj of goods or commodities; freely exchangeable for or replaceable by another of like nature or kind in the satisfaction of an obligation fungicide n any agent that destroys or prevents the growth of fungi fungus n an organism of the kingdom Fungi lacking chlorophyll and feeding on organic matter; ranging from unicellular or multicellular organisms to s funiculus n the stalk of a plant ovule or seed funiculus n any of several body structure resembling a cord funk n a state of nervous depression funk n United States biochemist (born in Poland) who showed that several diseases were caused by dietary deficiencies and who coined the term `vita funk n an earthy type of jazz combining it with blues and soul; has a heavy bass line that accentuates the first beat in the bar funk v draw back, as with fear or pain flinch,squinch,cringe,shrink,wince,recoil,quail funky adj offensively malodorous fetid,foul,noisome,smelly,stinking funky adj (of jazz) having the soulful feeling of early blues funky adj stylish and modern in an unconventional way funky adj in a state of cowardly fright funnel n a conical shape with a wider and a narrower opening at the two ends funnel n a conically shaped utensil having a narrow tube at the small end; used to channel the flow of substances into a container with a small mouth funnel n (nautical) smokestack consisting of a shaft for ventilation or the passage of smoke (especially the smokestack of a ship) funnel v move or pour through a funnel funnily adv in a strange manner strangely,oddly funniness n a comic incident or series of incidents clowning,comedy funny n an account of an amusing incident (usually with a punch line) funny adj arousing or provoking laughter amusing,comic,comical,laughable funny adj beyond or deviating from the usual or expected curious,odd,peculiar,queer,rum,rummy,singular funny adj not as expected fishy,shady,suspect,suspicious funny adj experiencing odd bodily sensations fur n the dressed hairy coat of a mammal pelt fur n dense coat of fine silky hairs on mammals (e.g., cat or seal or weasel) fur n a garment made of animal pelts or synthetic fur furbelow n a strip of pleated material used as a decoration or a trim frill,flounce,ruffle furbish v polish and make shiny buff,burnish furcate v divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork branch,ramify,fork,separate furious adj marked by extreme and violent energy ferocious,fierce,savage furious adj marked by extreme anger angered,enraged,infuriated furious adj (of the elements) as if showing violent anger angry,raging,tempestuous,wild furiously adv (of the elements) in a wild and stormy manner furiously adv in a manner marked by extreme or violent energy furiously adv in an impassioned or very angry manner furl v form into a cylinder by rolling furlong n a unit of length equal to 220 yards furlough n a temporary leave of absence from military duty furlough v dismiss, usually for economic reasons furlough v grant a leave to furnace n an enclosed chamber in which heat is produced to heat buildings, destroy refuse, smelt or refine ores, etc. furnish v give something useful or necessary to supply,provide,render furnish v provide or equip with furniture furnished adj provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority) equipped furnishing n (usually plural) accessory wearing apparel trappings furnishing n (usually plural) the instrumentalities (furniture and appliances and other movable accessories including curtains and rugs) that make a home furnishing n the act of providing a house or room with furniture and other removable items such as shelves, carpets, appliances, etc. furniture n furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy furor n an interest followed with exaggerated zeal fad,craze,furore,cult,rage furor n a sudden outburst (as of protest) furore furore n an interest followed with exaggerated zeal fad,craze,furor,cult,rage furore n a sudden outburst (as of protest) furor furred adj covered with a dense coat of fine silky hairs furry furrier n someone whose occupation is making or repairing fur garments furrow n a long shallow trench in the ground (especially one made by a plow) furrow n a slight depression or fold in the smoothness of a surface wrinkle,crease,crinkle,seam,line furrow v hollow out in the form of a furrow or groove rut,groove furrow v make wrinkled or creased wrinkle,crease furrow v cut a furrow into a columns chamfer,chase furrowed adj having long narrow shallow depressions (as grooves or wrinkles) in the surface rugged furry adj covered with a dense coat of fine silky hairs furred further v promote the growth of foster further v contribute to the progress or growth of promote,advance,boost,encourage further adj more distant in especially degree farther further adv to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (`further' is used more often than `farther' in this abstract sense) farther further adv in addition or furthermore further adv to or at a greater distance in time or space (`farther' is used more frequently than `further' in this physical sense) farther furtherance n encouragement of the progress or growth or acceptance of something promotion,advancement furtherance n the advancement of some enterprise forwarding,promotion furthermore adv in addition moreover furthest adj (comparatives of `far') most remote in space or time or order farthest,utmost,uttermost furthest adv to the greatest degree or extent or most advanced stage (`furthest' is used more often than `farthest' in this abstract sense) farthest furthest adv to the greatest distance in space or time (`farthest' is used more often than `furthest' in this physical sense) farthest furtive adj marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed sneak,sneaky,stealthy,surreptitious furtive adj secret and sly or sordid furtively adv in a furtive manner furuncle n a painful sore with a hard core filled with pus boil fury n a feeling of intense anger rage,madness fury n state of violent mental agitation craze,delirium,frenzy,hysteria fury n the property of being wild or turbulent ferocity,vehemence,violence,wildness fury n (classical mythology) the hideous snake-haired monsters (usually three in number) who pursued unpunished criminals erinyes furze n very spiny and dense evergreen shrub with fragrant golden-yellow flowers; common throughout western Europe gorse,whin fuscous adj of something having a dusky brownish grey color taupe fuse n an electrical device that can interrupt the flow of electrical current when it is overloaded fuse n any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant fuze,primer,priming fuse v mix together different elements blend,flux,mix,conflate,commingle,coalesce,meld,combine fuse v become plastic or fluid or liquefied from heat fuse v equip with a fuse; provide with a fuse defuse fuse v make liquid or plastic by heating fused adj joined together into a whole amalgamate,amalgamated,coalesced,consolidated fuselage n the central body of an airplane that is designed to accommodate the crew and passengers (or cargo) fusible adj capable of being melted and fused fusillade n rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms salvo,volley,burst fusillade v attack with fusillade fusion n an occurrence that involves the production of a union merger,unification fusion n the state of being combined into one body coalition fusion n the merging of adjacent sounds or syllables or words fusion n a nuclear reaction in which nuclei combine to form more massive nuclei with the simultaneous release of energy fuss n an excited state of agitation dither,pother,tizzy,flap fuss n an angry disturbance trouble,bother,hassle fuss n a quarrel about petty points bicker,bickering,spat,tiff,squabble fuss n a rapid active commotion bustle,hustle,flurry,ado,stir fuss v worry unnecessarily or excessively niggle,fret fuss v care for like a mother mother,overprotect fussy adj annoyed and irritable crabbed,crabby,cross,grouchy,grumpy fussy adj overcrowded or cluttered with detail busy fussy adj exacting especially about details finical,finicky,particular,picky fustian n pompous or pretentious talk or writing bombast,rant,claptrap,blah fustian n a strong cotton and linen fabric with a slight nap fusty adj stale and unclean smelling musty fusty adj old-fashioned and out of date futile adj producing no result or effect ineffectual,otiose,unavailing,meaningless futile adj unproductive of success fruitless,sleeveless,vain futility n uselessness as a consequence of having no practical result futon n mattress consisting of a pad of cotton batting that is used for sleeping on the floor or on a raised frame future n the time yet to come hereafter past future n a verb tense that expresses actions or states in the future future n bulk commodities bought or sold at an agreed price for delivery at a specified future date future adj yet to be or coming past,present future adj effective in or looking toward the future future adj (of elected officers) elected but not yet serving next,succeeding future adj a verb tense or other formation referring to events or states that have not yet happened futurism n an artistic movement in Italy around 1910 that tried to express the energy and values of the machine age futurism n the position that the meaning of life should be sought in the future futurist n a theologian who believes that the Scripture prophecies of the Apocalypse (the Book of Revelation) will be fulfilled in the future futurist n someone who predicts the future futurist adj of or relating to futurism futuristic futuristic adj of or relating to futurism futurist fuze n any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant fuse,primer,priming fuzz n filamentous hairlike growth on a plant hair fuzz n uncomplimentary terms for a policeman bull,cop,copper,pig fuzz n a hazy or indistinct representation blur fuzz n the first beard of an adolescent boy fuzzed adj covering with fine light hairs fuzzy fuzzy adj covering with fine light hairs fuzzed fuzzy adj indistinct or hazy in outline bleary,blurred,blurry,foggy,hazy,muzzy fuzzy adj confused and not coherent; not clearly thought out g n a metric unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a kilogram gram,gramme,gm g n a purine base found in DNA and RNA; pairs with cytosine guanine g n one of the four nucleotides used in building DNA; all four nucleotides have a common phosphate group and a sugar (ribose) g n the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 thousand,m,k,grand,thou,yard ga n the first known nerve agent, synthesized by German chemists in 1936; a highly toxic combustible liquid that is soluble in organic solvents a ga n a rare silvery (usually trivalent) metallic element; brittle at low temperatures but liquid above room temperature; occurs in trace amounts gallium ga n a state in southeastern United States; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War georgia gaap n a collection of rules and procedures and conventions that define accepted accounting practice; includes broad guidelines as well as detailed gab n light informal conversation for social occasions chitchat,gabfest,gossip gab v talk profusely yak gabardine n a firm durable fabric with a twill weave gabardine n (usually in the plural) trousers made of flannel or gabardine or tweed or white cloth flannel,tweed,white gabardine n a loose coverall (coat or frock) reaching down to the ankles duster,smock gabble n rapid and indistinct speech jabber gabble v speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly chatter,piffle,prate,twaddle,clack,maunder,prattle,blab gabbro n one of a family of granular intrusive rocks gabby adj full of trivial conversation chatty,garrulous,loquacious,talkative,talky gabfest n light informal conversation for social occasions chitchat,gab,gossip gable n the vertical triangular wall between the sloping ends of gable roof gable n United States film actor (1901-1960) gabled adj (of a roof) constructed with a single slope on each side of the ridge supported at the end by a gable or vertical triangular portion of an e gabor n British physicist (born in Hungary) noted for his work on holography (1900-1979) gabriel n (Bible) the archangel who was the messenger of God gad n an anxiety disorder characterized by chronic free-floating anxiety and such symptoms as tension or sweating or trembling or lightheadedness gad n a sharp prod fixed to a rider's heel and used to urge a horse onward spur gad v wander aimlessly in search of pleasure gadabout n a restless seeker after amusement or social companionship gaddafi n Libyan leader who seized power in a military coup d'etat in 1969; deposed the Libyan monarchy and imposed socialism and Islamic orthodoxy on gadfly n a persistently annoying person pest,blighter,cuss gadfly n any of various large flies that annoy livestock gadget n a device or control that is very useful for a particular job appliance,contraption,contrivance,convenience,gizmo gadus n type genus of the Gadidae: the typical codfishes gael n a Gaelic-speaking Celt in Ireland or Scotland or the Isle of Man gaelic n any of several related languages of the Celts in Ireland and Scotland gaelic adj relating to or characteristic of the Celts celtic gaff n a sharp metal spike or spur that is fastened to the leg of a gamecock gaff n a spar rising aft from a mast to support the head of a quadrilateral fore-and-aft sail gaff n an iron hook with a handle; used for landing large fish gaffe n a socially awkward or tactless act slip gaffer n an elderly man antique gaffer n an electrician responsible for lighting on a movie or tv set gaffer n a person who exercises control over workers foreman,chief,honcho,boss gaffsail n a quadrilateral fore-and-aft sail suspended from a gaff gag n a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter joke,laugh,jest,jape gag n restraint put into a person's mouth to prevent speaking or shouting muzzle gag v prevent from speaking out muzzle gag v be too tight; rub or press choke,fret gag v tie a gag around someone's mouth in order to silence them muzzle gag v make jokes or quips quip gaga adj mentally or physically infirm with age doddering,senile gaga adj intensely enthusiastic about or preoccupied with crazy,wild,dotty gagarin n Soviet cosmonaut who in 1961 was the first person to travel in space (1934-1968) gage n street names for marijuana pot,grass,dope,weed,sens,smoke,skunk gage n a measuring instrument for measuring and indicating a quantity such as the thickness of wire or the amount of rain etc. gauge gage v place a bet on back,stake,game,punt gaggle n a flock of geese gaggle v make a noise characteristic of a goose gaia n (Greek mythology) goddess of the earth and mother of Cronus and the Titans in ancient mythology gaiety n a gay feeling merriment gaiety n a festive merry feeling playfulness gaily adv in a gay manner gain n a quantity that is added addition,increase gain n the advantageous quality of being beneficial profit gain n the amount of increase in signal power or voltage or current expressed as the ratio of output to input amplification gain n the amount by which the revenue of a business exceeds its cost of operating loss gain v obtain derive gain v win something through one's efforts acquire,win gain v derive a benefit from profit,benefit gain v reach a destination, either real or abstract reach,make,attain,hit gainer n a person who gains weight gainer n a person who gains (gains an advantage or gains profits) gainer n a dive in which the diver throws the feet forward to complete a full backward somersault and enters the water feet first and facing away fro gainful adj yielding a fair profit paid,paying gainfully adv in a gainful way gainsay v take exception to challenge,dispute gait n the rate of moving (especially walking or running) pace gait n a horse's manner of moving gait n a person's manner of walking gaiter n a cloth covering (a legging) that covers the instep and ankles spat gaiter n a shoe covering the ankle with elastic gores in the sides gaiter n legging consisting of a cloth or leather covering for the leg from the knee to the ankle gal n United States liquid unit equal to 4 quarts or 3.785 liters gallon gal n a unit of gravitational acceleration equal to one centimeter per second per second (named after Galileo) gal n alliterative term for girl (or woman) gala n a gay festivity blowout galactic adj of or relating to a galaxy (especially our galaxy the Milky Way) galactic adj inconceivably large astronomical galactose n a simple sugar found in lactose galahad n (Arthurian legend) the most virtuous knight of the Round Table; was able to see the Holy Grail galan n a mountain peak in the Andes in Argentina (21,654 feet high) galangal n southeastern Asian perennial with aromatic roots galangal n European sedge having rough-edged leaves and spikelets of reddish flowers and aromatic roots galapagos n a group of islands in the Pacific off South America; owned by Ecuador; known for unusual animal life galatea n (Greek mythology) a maiden who was first a sculpture created by Pygmalion and was brought to life by Aphrodite in answer to Pygmalion's pray galatian n a native or inhabitant of Galatia in Asia Minor (especially a member of a people believed to have been Gauls who conquered Galatia in the 3r galatians n a New Testament book containing the epistle from Saint Paul to the Galatians galax n tufted evergreen perennial herb having spikes of tiny white flowers and glossy green round to heart-shaped leaves that become coppery to mar galaxy,coltsfoot galaxy n a splendid assemblage (especially of famous people) galaxy n tufted evergreen perennial herb having spikes of tiny white flowers and glossy green round to heart-shaped leaves that become coppery to mar galax,coltsfoot galaxy n (astronomy) a collection of star systems; any of the billions of systems each having many stars and nebulae and dust galbanum n a bitter aromatic gum resin that resembles asafetida gale n a strong wind moving 45-90 knots; force 7 to 10 on Beaufort scale galea n an organ shaped like a helmet; usually a vaulted and enlarged petal as in Aconitum galen n Greek anatomist whose theories formed the basis of European medicine until the Renaissance (circa 130-200) galena n soft blue-grey mineral; lead sulfide; a major source of lead galicia n a region (and former kingdom) in northwestern Spain on the Atlantic and the Bay of Biscay galician n a language spoken in Galicia, an Autonomus Community of Spain galilean n an inhabitant of Galilee (an epithet of Jesus Christ) galilean n one of the four satellites of Jupiter that were discovered by Galileo galilean adj of or relating to Galileo or his works galilean adj of or relating to Galilee or its inhabitants galilee n an area of northern Israel; formerly the northern part of Palestine and the ancient kingdom of Israel; the scene of Jesus's ministry galileo n Italian astronomer and mathematician who was the first to use a telescope to study the stars; demonstrated that different weights descend at gall n an open sore on the back of a horse caused by ill-fitting or badly adjusted saddle gall n a skin sore caused by chafing gall n abnormal swelling of plant tissue caused by insects or microorganisms or injury gall n a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will resentment,bitterness,rancor gall v become or make sore by or as if by rubbing chafe,fret gall v irritate or vex irk gallant n a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance dandy,dude,fop,sheik,beau,swell,clotheshorse gallant n a man who attends or escorts a woman squire gallant adj unflinching in battle or action gallant adj lively and spirited dashing gallant adj having or displaying great dignity or nobility lofty,majestic,proud gallant adj being attentive to women like an ideal knight knightly gallantly adv in a gallant manner gallantry n the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle) heroism,valor,valour gallantry n courtesy towards women chivalry gallantry n polite attentiveness to women gallbladder n a muscular sac attached to the liver that stores bile (secreted by the liver) until it is needed for digestion galleon n a large square-rigged sailing ship with three or more masts; used by the Spanish for commerce and war from the 15th to 18th centuries galleria n a genus of Pyralidae gallery n spectators at a golf or tennis match gallery n a porch along the outside of a building (sometimes partly enclosed) veranda,verandah gallery n a room or series of rooms where works of art are exhibited gallery n a long usually narrow room used for some specific purpose galley n a large medieval vessel with a single deck propelled by sails and oars with guns at stern and prow; a complement of 1,000 men; used mainly i galley n (classical antiquity) a crescent-shaped seagoing vessel propelled by oars galley n the kitchen area for food preparation on an airliner galley n the area for food preparation on a ship caboose,cookhouse gallic adj of or pertaining to Gaul or the Gauls gallic adj of or pertaining to France or the people of France french galling adj causing irritation or annoyance annoying,bothersome,irritating,nettlesome,pesky,pestering,teasing,vexatious gallium n a rare silvery (usually trivalent) metallic element; brittle at low temperatures but liquid above room temperature; occurs in trace amounts ga gallon n United States liquid unit equal to 4 quarts or 3.785 liters gal gallon n a British imperial capacity measure (liquid or dry) equal to 4 quarts or 4.545 liters gallop n a fast gait of a horse; a two-beat stride during which all four legs are off the ground simultaneously gallop v ride at a galloping pace gallop v go at galloping speed gallop v cause to move at full gallop extend gallous n alternative terms for gallows gibbet galloway n a district in southwestern Scotland galloway n breed of hardy black chiefly beef cattle native to Scotland gallows n an instrument of execution consisting of a wooden frame from which a condemned person is executed by hanging gallstone n a calculus formed in the gall bladder or its ducts gallup n a town in northwestern New Mexico near the Arizona border gallus n elastic straps that hold trousers up (usually used in the plural) brace,suspender gallus n common domestic birds and related forms galoot n a disreputable or clumsy man galore adj in great numbers galore adj existing in abundance abounding galosh n a waterproof overshoe that protects shoes from water or snow arctic,rubber,gumshoe galumph v move around heavily and clumsily galvanic adj pertaining to or producing electric current by chemical action galvanic adj affected by emotion as if by electricity; thrilling electric,galvanizing galvanize v to stimulate to action startle galvanize v cover with zinc galvanize v stimulate (muscles) by administering a shock galvanizing adj affected by emotion as if by electricity; thrilling electric,galvanic galveston n a town in southeast Texas on Galveston Island galway n a port city in western Ireland on Galway Bay gam n a herd of whales gamba n viol that is the bass member of the viol family with approximately the range of the cello gambia n a narrow republic surrounded by Senegal in West Africa gambit n an opening remark intended to secure an advantage for the speaker ploy gambit n a maneuver in a game or conversation ploy,stratagem gambit n a chess move early in the game in which the player sacrifices minor pieces in order to obtain an advantageous position gamble n money that is risked for possible monetary gain gamble n a risky act or venture gamble v take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome chance,risk,hazard,adventure gamble v play games for money gambler n a person who wagers money on the outcome of games or sporting events gambler n someone who risks loss or injury in the hope of gain or excitement gambling n the act of playing for stakes in the hope of winning (including the payment of a price for a chance to win a prize) gaming,play gambol n gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement play,frolic,romp,caper gambol v play boisterously frolic,lark,skylark,disport,sport,cavort,frisk,romp gambrel n a gable roof with two slopes on each side and the lower slope being steeper game n a contest with rules to determine a winner game n a single play of a sport or other contest game n an amusement or pastime game n animal hunted for food or sport game v place a bet on back,gage,stake,punt game adj disabled in the feet or legs crippled,halt,halting,lame,gimpy game adj willing to face danger gritty,mettlesome,spirited,spunky gameboard n a flat portable surface (usually rectangular) designed for board games board gamecock n a cock bred and trained for fighting gamecock n someone who is a very fierce fighter gamekeeper n a person employed to take care of game and wildlife gamelan n a traditional Indonesian ensemble typically including many tuned percussion instruments including bamboo xylophones and wooden or bronze chi gamely adv in a plucky manner gamete n a mature sexual reproductive cell having a single set of unpaired chromosomes gametophyte n the gamete-bearing individual or phase in the life cycle of a plant having alternation of generations gaming n the act of playing for stakes in the hope of winning (including the payment of a price for a chance to win a prize) gambling,play gamma n the 3rd letter of the Greek alphabet gamma n a unit of magnetic field strength equal to one-hundred-thousandth of an oersted gamma n Portuguese navigator who led an expedition around the Cape of Good Hope in 1497; he sighted and named Natal on Christmas Day before crossing gammon n meat cut from the thigh of a hog (usually smoked) ham gammon n hind portion of a side of bacon gammy adj (British informal) sore or lame gamp n colloquial terms for an umbrella brolly gamut n a complete extent or range: "a face that expressed a gamut of emotions" gamut n the entire scale of musical notes gander n mature male goose gandhi n daughter of Nehru who served as prime minister of India from 1966 to 1977 (1917-1984) gandhi n political and spiritual leader during India's struggle with Great Britain for home rule; an advocate of passive resistance (1869-1948) ganef n (Yiddish) a thief or dishonest person or scoundrel (often used as a general term of abuse) ganesh n Hindu god of wisdom or prophecy; the god who removes obstacles ganesha ganesha n Hindu god of wisdom or prophecy; the god who removes obstacles ganesh gang n an association of criminals pack,ring,mob gang n an informal body of friends crowd,crew,bunch gang n an organized group of workmen crew gang n tool consisting of a combination of implements arranged to work together gang v act as an organized group ganger n the foreman of a work gang ganges n an Asian river; rises in the Himalayas and flows east into the Bay of Bengal; a sacred river of the Hindus ganglion n an encapsulated neural structure consisting of a collection of cell bodies or neurons gangly adj tall and thin and having long slender limbs lanky,rangy gangly adj tall and thin lanky gangplank n a temporary bridge for getting on and off a vessel at dockside gangway gangrene n necrotic tissue; a mortified or gangrenous part or mass slough gangrene n the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply) necrosis,mortification gangrene v undergo necrosis mortify gangsta n (Black English) a member of a youth gang gangster n a criminal who is a member of gang mobster gangway n a temporary passageway of planks (as over mud on a building site) gangway n a temporary bridge for getting on and off a vessel at dockside gangplank gangway n passageway between seating areas as in an auditorium or passenger vehicle or between areas of shelves of goods as in stores aisle ganja n a strong-smelling plant whose dried leaves can be smoked for a pleasant effect or pain reduction marijuana ganja n the most commonly used illicit drug; considered a soft drug, it consists of the dried leaves of the hemp plant; smoked or chewed for euphori cannabis,marijuana gantlet n to offer or accept a challenge gauntlet gantlet n a glove of armored leather; protects the hand gauntlet gantlet n a glove with long sleeve gauntlet gantlet n the convergence of two parallel railroad tracks in a narrow place; the inner rails cross and run parallel and then diverge so a train remain gantry n a framework of steel bars raised on side supports to bridge over or around something; can display railway signals above several tracks or ca ganymede n (Greek mythology) a Trojan boy who was so beautiful that Zeus carried him away to serve as cupbearer to the gods ganymede n the largest of Jupiter's satellites gao n an independent nonpartisan federal agency that acts as the investigative arm of Congress making the executive branch accountable to Congress gaol n a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or jail,jailhouse,clink,slammer,poky,pokey gaol v lock up or confine, in or as in a jail imprison,incarcerate,lag,jail,jug,remand gap n a conspicuous disparity or difference as between two figures spread gap n an open or empty space in or between things opening gap n a narrow opening crack gap n a pass between mountain peaks col gap v make an opening or gap in breach gape n an expression of openmouthed astonishment gape n a stare of amazement (usually with the mouth open) gape v look with amazement; look stupidly goggle,gawp,gawk gape v be wide open yawn,yaw gaping adj with the mouth wide open as in wonder or awe agape gar n primitive predaceous North American fish covered with hard scales and having long jaws with needlelike teeth billfish gar n elongate European surface-dwelling predacious fishes with long toothed jaws; abundant in coastal waters needlefish,billfish garage n an outbuilding (or part of a building) for housing automobiles garage n a repair shop where cars and trucks are serviced and repaired garage v keep or store in a garage garb n clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion attire,dress garb v provide with clothes or put clothes on dress,clothe,raiment,tog,garment,apparel garbage n food that is discarded (as from a kitchen) refuse,scraps garbage n a worthless message drivel garbage n a receptacle where waste can be discarded garbed adj dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination attired,dressed,robed garble v make false by mutilation or addition; as of a message or story falsify,distort,warp garbled adj lacking orderly continuity confused,disconnected,disjointed,disordered,illogical,scattered,unconnected garbo n United States film actress (born in Sweden) known for her reclusiveness (1905-1990) garboil n a state of commotion and noise and confusion tumult,uproar garden n a plot of ground where plants are cultivated garden n the flowers or vegetables or fruits or herbs that are cultivated in a garden garden n a yard or lawn adjoining a house garden v work in the garden garden adj the usual or familiar type gardener n someone who takes care of a garden nurseryman gardener n someone employed to work in a garden gardenia n any of various shrubs and small trees of the genus Gardenia having large fragrant white or yellow flowers gardening n the cultivation of plants horticulture gardiner n British historian remembered for his ten-volume history of England (1829-1902) gardner n United States collector and patron of art who built a museum in Boston to house her collection and opened it to the public in 1903 (1840-192 gardner n writer of detective novels featuring Perry Mason (1889-1970) garfield n 20th President of the United States; assassinated by a frustrated office-seeker (1831-1881) gargantuan adj of great mass; huge and bulky elephantine,giant,jumbo garget n tall coarse perennial American herb having small white flowers followed by blackish-red berries on long drooping racemes; young fleshy stems poke gargle n a medicated solution used for gargling and rinsing the mouth mouthwash gargle n the sound produced while gargling gargle v utter with gargling or burbling sounds gargle v rinse one's mouth and throat with mouthwash rinse gargoyle n a spout that terminates in a grotesquely carved figure of a person or animal gargoyle n an ornament consisting of a grotesquely carved figure of a person or animal garibaldi n Italian patriot whose conquest of Sicily and Naples led to the formation of the Italian state (1807-1882) garibaldi n a loose high-necked blouse with long sleeves; styled after the red flannel shirts worn by Garibaldi's soldiers garish adj tastelessly showy brassy,cheap,flash,flashy,gaudy,loud,tacky,tatty garland n United States singer and film actress (1922-1969) garland n a city in northeastern Texas (suburb of Dallas) garland n an anthology of short literary pieces and poems and ballads etc. miscellany garland n flower arrangement consisting of a circular band of foliage or flowers for ornamental purposes wreath,coronal,chaplet,lei garland v adorn with bands of flowers or leaves garlic n bulbous herb of southern Europe widely naturalized; bulb breaks up into separate strong-flavored cloves garlic n aromatic bulb used as seasoning ail garlicky adj relating to or tasting or smelling of garlic garment n an article of clothing garment v provide with clothes or put clothes on dress,clothe,garb,raiment,tog,apparel garner n a storehouse for threshed grain or animal feed granary garner v acquire or deserve by one's efforts or actions earn,win garner v store grain garner v assemble or get together gather,collect garnet n any of a group of hard glassy minerals (silicates of various metals) used as gemstones and as an abrasive garnier n French architect (1825-1898) garnish n something (such as parsley) added to a dish for flavor or decoration garnish n any decoration added as a trimming or adornment garnish v take a debtor's wages on legal orders, such as for child support garnish v decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods trim,dress garnishment n a court order to an employer to withhold all or part of an employee's wages and to send the money to the court or to the person who won a la garret n floor consisting of open space at the top of a house just below roof; often used for storage loft,attic garrick n English actor and theater manager who was the foremost Shakespearean actor of his day (1717-1779) garrison n a fortified military post where troops are stationed fort garrison n United States abolitionist who published an anti-slavery journal (1805-1879) garrison n the troops who maintain and guard a fortified place garrison v station (troops) in a fort or garrison garrote n an instrument of execution for execution by strangulation garrote v strangle with an iron collar scrag garrulous adj full of trivial conversation chatty,gabby,loquacious,talkative,talky garter n a band (usually elastic) worn around the leg to hold up a stocking (or around the arm to hold up a sleeve) supporter garter v fasten with or as if with a garter garuda n a supernatural eagle-like being that serves as Vishnu's mount gary n a city in northwest Indiana on Lake Michigan; steel production gas n the state of matter distinguished from the solid and liquid states by: relatively low density and viscosity; relatively great expansion and gas n a fluid in the gaseous state having neither independent shape nor volume and being able to expand indefinitely gas n a volatile flammable mixture of hydrocarbons (hexane and heptane and octane etc.) derived from petroleum; used mainly as a fuel in internal- gasoline,petrol gas n a state of excessive gas in the alimentary canal flatulence gas v attack with gas; subject to gas fumes gas v show off boast,tout,swash,brag,blow,bluster,vaunt gasbag n a boring person who talks a great deal about uninteresting topics windbag gasbag n the bag containing the gas in a balloon envelope gaseous adj existing as or having characteristics of a gas solid,liquid gash n a wound made by cutting cut,slash,slice gash n a trench resembling a furrow that was made by erosion or excavation cut gash n a strong sweeping cut made with a sharp instrument slash gash v cut open slash gasification n the process of changing into gas gasify v turn into gas vaporize gasket n seal consisting of a ring for packing pistons or sealing a pipe joint gaskin n lower part of a horse's thigh between the hock and the stifle gaslight n light yielded by the combustion of illuminating gas gasoline n a volatile flammable mixture of hydrocarbons (hexane and heptane and octane etc.) derived from petroleum; used mainly as a fuel in internal- gas,petrol gasp n a short labored intake of breath with the mouth open pant gasp v breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted pant,puff,heave gaspar n (New Testament) one of the three sages from the east who came bearing gifts for the infant Jesus caspar gassing n the process of interacting with gas gassing n the deliberate act of poisoning some person or animal with gas gassy adj resembling gas gassy adj suffering from excessive gas in the alimentary canal flatulent gastric adj relating to or involving the stomach gastritis n inflammation of the lining of the stomach; nausea and loss of appetite and discomfort after eating gastrointestinal adj of or relating to the stomach and intestines gastronomic adj of or relating to gastronomy gastronomy n a particular style of cookery (as of a region) gastronomy n the art and practice of choosing and preparing and eating good food gastroscope n a type of endoscope for visually examining the stomach gastrula n double-walled stage of the embryo resulting from invagination of the blastula; the outer layer of cells is the ectoderm and the inner layer gastrulation n the process in which a gastrula develops from a blastula by the inward migration of cells gat n a gangster's pistol rod gate n a movable barrier in a fence or wall gate n a computer circuit with several inputs but only one output that can be activated by particular combinations of inputs gate n total admission receipts at a sports event gate n passageway (as in an air terminal) where passengers can embark or disembark gate v supply with a gate gate v control with a valve or other device that functions like a gate gate v restrict (school boys') movement to the dormitory or campus as a means of punishment gatekeeper n someone who controls access to something gatekeeper n someone who guards an entrance doorkeeper,doorman,porter gates n United States computer entrepreneur whose software company made him the youngest multi-billionaire in the history of the United States (born gateway n an entrance that can be closed by a gate gather n sewing consisting of small folds or puckers made by pulling tight a thread in a line of stitching gathering gather n the act of gathering something gathering gather v assemble or get together garner,collect spread gather v collect in one place meet,assemble,forgather gather v collect or gather accumulate,conglomerate,amass gather v conclude from evidence gathered adj brought together in one place collected gatherer n a person who gathers gatherer n a person who is employed to collect payments (as for rent or taxes) collector,accumulator gathering n a group of persons together in one place assemblage gathering n the social act of assembling assembly,assemblage gathering n the act of gathering something gather gathering n sewing consisting of small folds or puckers made by pulling tight a thread in a line of stitching gather gatling n United States inventor of the first rapid firing gun (1818-1903) gator n either of two amphibious reptiles related to crocodiles but with shorter broader snouts alligator gauche adj lacking social polish graceless gaucho n a cowboy of the South American pampas gaud n cheap showy jewelry or ornament on clothing bangle,bauble,gewgaw,novelty,trinket gaudy n (Britain) a celebratory reunion feast or entertainment held a college gaudy adj tastelessly showy brassy,cheap,flash,flashy,garish,loud,tacky,tatty gaudy adj (used especially of clothes) marked by conspicuous display flashy,jazzy,showy,sporty gauge n a measuring instrument for measuring and indicating a quantity such as the thickness of wire or the amount of rain etc. gage gauge n accepted or approved instance or example of a quantity or quality against which others are judged or measured or compared gauge n the distance between the rails of a railway or between the wheels of a train gauge n the thickness of wire gauge v judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) estimate,approximate,guess,judge gauge v rub to a uniform size gauge v determine the capacity, volume, or contents of by measurement and calculation gauge v measure precisely and against a standard gauguin n French Post-impressionist painter who worked in the South Pacific (1848-1903) gaul n a person of French descent frog gaul n a Celt of ancient Gaul gaul n an ancient region of western Europe that included what is now northern Italy and France and Belgium and part of Germany and the Netherlands gaumless adj (British informal) lacking intelligence and vitality gaunt adj very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold emaciated,haggard,pinched,skeletal,wasted gauntlet n to offer or accept a challenge gantlet gauntlet n a glove of armored leather; protects the hand gantlet gauntlet n a glove with long sleeve gantlet gauntlet n a form of punishment in which a person is forced to run between two lines of men facing each other and armed with clubs or whips to beat the gantlet gauntness n extreme leanness (usually caused by starvation or disease) maceration gaur n wild ox of mountainous areas of eastern India gauri n in Hinduism, goddess of purity and posterity and a benevolent aspect of Devi; the `brilliant' gauss n a unit of magnetic flux density equal to 1 maxwell per square centimeter gauss n German mathematician who developed the theory of numbers and who applied mathematics to electricity and magnetism and astronomy and geodesy gaussian adj of or relating to Karl Gauss or his mathematical theories of magnetics or electricity or astronomy or probability gauze n (medicine) bleached cotton cloth of plain weave used for bandages and dressings gauze n a net of transparent fabric with a loose open weave netting,veiling gavage n feeding that consists of the delivery of a nutrient solution (as through a nasal tube) to someone who cannot or will not eat gavel n a small mallet used by a presiding officer or a judge gawain n (Arthurian legend) a nephew of Arthur and one of the knights of the Round Table gawk n an awkward stupid person lout,clod,goon,oaf,lubber,lummox,lump gawk v look with amazement; look stupidly goggle,gape,gawp gawker n a spectator who stares stupidly without intelligent awareness gawky adj lacking grace in movement or posture clumsy,ungainly,unwieldy gawp v look with amazement; look stupidly goggle,gape,gawk gay n someone who is sexually attracted to persons of the same sex homosexual,homo gay adj bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer cheery,sunny gay adj full of or showing high-spirited merriment jocund,jolly,jovial,merry gay adj given to social pleasures often including dissipation gay adj brightly colored and showy brave gayal n ox of southeast Asia sometimes considered a domesticated breed of the gaur gayness n a sexual attraction to (or sexual relations with) persons of the same sex homosexuality,homoeroticism gaza n a coastal region at the southeastern corner of the Mediterranean bordering Israel and Egypt gaze n a long fixed look regard gaze v look at with fixed eyes stare gazebo n a small roofed building affording shade and rest gazella n typical gazelles gazelle n small swift graceful antelope of Africa and Asia having lustrous eyes gazette n a newspaper or official journal gazette v publish in a gazette gazillion n a very large indefinite number (usually hyperbole) million,billion,trillion,zillion gazpacho n a soup made with chopped tomatoes and onions and cucumbers and peppers and herbs; served cold gazump v rip off; ask an unreasonable price overcharge,soak,surcharge,fleece,plume,pluck,rob,hook gazump v raise the price of something after agreeing on a lower price gdansk n a port city of northern Poland near the mouth of the Vistula River on a gulf of the Baltic Sea; a member of the Hanseatic League in the 14th danzig gdp n the measure of an economy adopted by the United States in 1991; the total market values of goods and services produced by workers and capita gean n wild or seedling sweet cherry used as stock for grafting gear n a toothed wheel that engages another toothed mechanism in order to change the speed or direction of transmitted motion gear n wheelwork consisting of a connected set of rotating gears by which force is transmitted or motion or torque is changed gearing,train gear n a mechanism for transmitting motion for some specific purpose (as the steering gear of a vehicle) gear n equipment consisting of miscellaneous articles needed for a particular operation or sport etc. paraphernalia gear v set the level or character of pitch gearbox n the shell (metal casing) in which a train of gears is sealed geared adj equipped with or connected by gears or having gears engaged gearing n wheelwork consisting of a connected set of rotating gears by which force is transmitted or motion or torque is changed gear,train gecko n any of various small chiefly tropical and usually nocturnal insectivorous terrestrial lizards typically with immovable eyelids; completely h gee n a unit of force equal to the force exerted by gravity; used to indicate the force to which a body is subjected when it is accelerated g gee v turn to the right side gee v give a command to a horse to turn to the right side geek n a carnival performer who does disgusting acts geek n a person with an unusual or odd personality eccentric,flake,oddball geezer n a man who is (usually) old and/or eccentric gehenna n a place where the wicked are punished after death tartarus gehrig n baseball player who died of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (1903-1941) geiger n German physicist who developed the Geiger counter (1882-1945) geisha n a Japanese woman trained to entertain men with conversation and singing and dancing gel n a colloid in a more solid form than a sol gel n jellylike substance used in hair styling gel n a thin translucent membrane used over stage lights for color effects gelatin gel v become a gel gel v apply a styling gel to mousse gelatin n a colorless water-soluble glutinous protein obtained from animal tissues such as bone and skin gelatin n an edible jelly (sweet or pungent) made with gelatin and used as a dessert or salad base or a coating for foods jelly gelatin n a thin translucent membrane used over stage lights for color effects gel gelatinous adj thick like gelatin geld v cut off the testicles (of male animals such as horses) cut gelded adj (of a male animal) having the testicles removed cut,emasculated gelding n castrated male horse gelid adj extremely cold arctic,frigid,glacial,icy,polar gem n art highly prized for its beauty or perfection treasure gem n a crystalline rock that can be cut and polished for jewelry gemstone,stone gem n a person who is as brilliant and precious as a piece of jewelry jewel gem n a sweet quick bread baked in a cup-shaped pan muffin geminate n a doubled or long consonant geminate v form by reduplication geminate v occur in pairs pair geminate v arrange in pairs pair geminate v arrange or combine in pairs gemini n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Gemini twin gemini n a zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere between Taurus and Cancer on the ecliptic gemini n the third sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about May 21 to June 20 twins gemma n small asexual reproductive structure in e.g. liverworts and mosses that detaches from the parent and develops into a new individual gemmule n the physically discrete element that Darwin proposed as responsible for heredity gemsbok n large South African oryx with a broad black band along its flanks gemstone n a crystalline rock that can be cut and polished for jewelry gem,stone gen n informal term for information gendarme n a French policeman gendarmerie n French police force; a group of gendarmes or gendarmes collectively gender n a grammatical category in inflected languages governing the agreement between nouns and pronouns and adjectives; in some languages it is qui gender n the properties that distinguish organisms on the basis of their reproductive roles sex,sexuality gene n (genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA factor genealogical adj of or relating to genealogy genealogy n successive generations of kin genealogy n the study or investigation of ancestry and family history general n a general officer of the highest rank general n the head of a religious order or congregation general n a fact about the whole (as opposed to particular) particular,specific general v command as a general general adj applying to all or most members of a category or group specific general adj not specialized or limited to one class of things general adj prevailing among and common to the general public general adj affecting the entire body local generalissimo n the officer who holds the supreme command generalist n a modern scholar who is in a position to acquire more than superficial knowledge about many different interests specialist generality n an idea or conclusion having general application generalization generality n the quality of being general or widespread or having general applicability particularity generalization n reasoning from detailed facts to general principles induction generalization n an idea or conclusion having general application generality generalization n the process of formulating general concepts by abstracting common properties of instances abstraction generalization n (psychology) transfer of a response learned to one stimulus to a similar stimulus generalize v draw from specific cases for more general cases extrapolate,infer generalize v speak or write in generalities specify generalize v cater to popular taste to make popular and present to the general public; bring into general or common use popularize,popularise generalize v become systemic and spread throughout the body generalized adj not biologically differentiated or adapted to a specific function or environment generally adv usually; as a rule mostly generally adv without distinction of one from others specifically generally adv without regard to specific details or exceptions broadly,loosely generalship n the leadership ability of a military general generalship n the office and authority of a general generate v bring into existence generate v give or supply render,yield,return,give generate v produce (energy) generate v make (offspring) by reproduction beget,get,engender,father,mother,sire generation n all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age contemporaries generation n group of genetically related organisms constituting a single step in the line of descent generation n the normal time between successive generations generation n a stage of technological development or innovation generational adj of or relating to a generation generative adj having the ability to produce or originate productive generative adj producing new life or offspring reproductive generator n an apparatus that produces a vapor or gas generator n engine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy by electromagnetic induction generator n someone who originates or causes or initiates something source,author generator n an electronic device for producing a signal voltage generic n wine that does not meet the minimum qualifications and standards for use of a designation by appellation of origin (where the grapes are gro varietal generic n any product that can be sold without a brand name generic adj relating to or common to or descriptive of all members of a genus generic adj (of drugs) not protected by trademark generic adj applicable to an entire class or group generically adv without a trademark or brand name generically adv as sharing a common genus generosity n the trait of being willing to give your money or time stinginess generosity n acting generously generous adj willing to give and share unstintingly stingy generous adj not petty in character and mind generous adj more than is usual or necessary generously adv in a generous manner liberally genesis n a coming into being generation genesis n the first book of the Old Testament: tells of Creation; Adam and Eve; the Fall of Man; Cain and Abel; Noah and the flood; God's covenant wit genet n French diplomat who in 1793 tried to draw the United States into the war between France and England (1763-1834) genet n French writer of novels and dramas for the theater of the absurd (1910-1986) genet n agile Old World viverrine having a spotted coat and long ringed tail genetic adj occurring among members of a family usually by heredity familial,hereditary,inherited,transmitted genetic adj of or relating to or produced by or being a gene genetic adj pertaining to or referring to origin genetic adj of or relating to the science of genetics genetically adv by genetic mechanisms geneticist n a biologist who specializes in genetics genetics n the branch of biology that studies heredity and variation in organisms geneva n a city in southwestern Switzerland at the western end of Lake Geneva; it is the headquarters of various international organizations geneva n gin made in the Netherlands hollands genial adj diffusing warmth and friendliness affable,amiable,cordial genial adj of or relating to the chin or median part of the lower jaw mental genial adj agreeable, conducive to comfort kind geniality n a disposition to be friendly and approachable (easy to talk to) amiability genie n (Islam) an invisible spirit mentioned in the Koran and believed by Muslims to inhabit the earth and influence mankind by appearing in the fo djinn genital adj of or relating to the external sex organs venereal genitalia n external sex organ genitals,privates,crotch genitals n external sex organ genitalia,privates,crotch genius n someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality mastermind,brain,brainiac,einstein genius n unusual mental ability brilliance genius n someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field ace,adept,champion,sensation,virtuoso,hotshot,star,superstar genius n exceptional creative ability wizardry genoa n a seaport in northwestern Italy; provincial capital of Liguria genocide n systematic killing of a racial or cultural group genoese n a native or resident of Genoa genoese adj of or relating to or characteristic of Genoa or its inhabitants genovese genome n the ordering of genes in a haploid set of chromosomes of a particular organism; the full DNA sequence of an organism genomics n the branch of genetics that studies organisms in terms of their genomes (their full DNA sequences) genotype n a group of organisms sharing a specific genetic constitution genotype n the particular alleles at specified loci present in an organism genovese adj of or relating to or characteristic of Genoa or its inhabitants genoese genre n a kind of literary or artistic work genre n a style of expressing yourself in writing genre n an expressive style of music genre n a class of art (or artistic endeavor) having a characteristic form or technique gens n family based on male descent name gent n informal abbreviation of `gentleman' gent n a boy or man chap,fellow,feller,fella,lad,blighter,cuss,bloke gent n port city in northwestern Belgium and industrial center; famous for cloth industry ghent genteel adj marked by refinement in taste and manners civilized,civilised,cultivated,cultured,polite gentian n any of various plants of the family Gentianaceae especially the genera Gentiana and Gentianella and Gentianopsis gentile n a person who does not acknowledge your god heathen,pagan,infidel gentile n a person who is not a member of one's own religion; used in this sense by Mormons and Hindus gentile n a Christian as contrasted with a Jew goy gentile n a Christian gentile adj belonging to or characteristic of non-Jewish peoples gentility n elegance by virtue of fineness of manner and expression breeding gentle v cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of pacify,assuage,appease,mollify,placate gentle v give a title to someone; make someone a member of the nobility ennoble,entitle gentle v stroke soothingly gentle adj soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe soft gentle adj having or showing a kindly or tender nature gentle adj quiet and soothing gentle adj belonging to or characteristic of the nobility or aristocracy aristocratic,blue,patrician gentlefolk n people of good family and breeding and high social status gentleman n a man of refinement gentleman n a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer valet,man gentlemanly adj befitting a man of good breeding gentleness n the property possessed by a slope that is very gradual gentleness n acting in a manner that is gentle and mild and even-tempered softness gentlewoman n a woman of refinement dame,madam,ma'am,lady gently adv in a gradual manner gently adv in a gentle manner mildly gently adv with little weight or force lightly,softly gentry n the most powerful members of a society aristocracy genuine adj not fake or counterfeit echt counterfeit genuine adj not pretended; sincerely felt or expressed true genuine adj being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something actual,literal,real genuinely adv in accordance with truth or fact or reality truly,really genuinely adv genuinely; with authority authentically genuineness n the state of being genuine genuineness n undisputed credibility authenticity,legitimacy genus n a general kind of something genus n (biology) taxonomic group containing one or more species geocentric adj having the earth as the center geochemistry n the chemistry of the earth's crust geodesic n (mathematics) the shortest line between two points on a mathematically defined surface (as a straight line on a plane or an arc of a great c geodesic adj of or relating to or determined by geodesy geodetic geodesy n the branch of geology that studies the shape of the earth and the determination of the exact position of geographical points geodetic adj of or relating to or determined by geodesy geodesic geoduck n a large edible clam found burrowing deeply in sandy mud along the Pacific coast of North America; weighs up to six pounds; has siphons that geographer n an expert on geography geographic adj of or relating to the science of geography geographical geographic adj determined by geography geographical magnetic geographical adj of or relating to the science of geography geographic geographical adj determined by geography geographic geographically adv with respect to geography geography n study of the earth's surface; includes people's responses to topography and climate and soil and vegetation geologic adj of or relating to or based on geology geological geological adj of or relating to or based on geology geologic geologist n a specialist in geology geology n a science that deals with the history of the earth as recorded in rocks geometer n a mathematician specializing in geometry geometrician geometric adj characterized by simple geometric forms in design and decoration geometrical geometric adj of or relating to or determined by geometry geometrical geometrical adj of or relating to or determined by geometry geometric geometrical adj characterized by simple geometric forms in design and decoration geometric geometrically adv with respect to geometry geometrically adv in a geometric fashion linearly geometrician n a mathematician specializing in geometry geometer geometry n the pure mathematics of points and lines and curves and surfaces geomorphology n the branch of geology that studies the characteristics and configuration and evolution of rocks and land forms morphology geophysical adj of or concerned with geophysics geopolitical adj of or relating to geopolitics geopolitics n the study of the effects of economic geography on the powers of the state geordie n a native of Newcastle-upon-Tyne geordie n the nonstandard dialect of natives of Newcastle-upon-Tyne george n Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess george n King of Great Britain and Ireland and emperor of India from 1936 to 1947; he succeeded Edward VIII (1895-1952) george n King of Great Britain and Ireland and emperor of India from 1910 to 1936; gave up his German title in 1917 during World War I (1865-1936) george n King of Great Britain and Ireland and Hanover from 1820 to 1830; his attempt to divorce his estranged wife undermined the prestige of the Cr georgetown n a section of northwestern Washington, D.C. georgetown n port city and the capital and largest city of Guyana georgette n a thin silk dress material georgia n a state in southeastern United States; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War ga georgia n one of the British colonies that formed the United States georgia n a republic in Asia Minor on the Black Sea separated from Russia by the Caucasus mountains; formerly an Asian soviet but became independent i georgian n a native or resident of the American state of Georgia georgian n a native or inhabitant of Georgia in Asia georgian n a southern Caucasian language with 3 million speakers and a long literary tradition georgian adj of or relating to the former British colony of Georgia georgian adj of or relating to or characteristic of the Asian republic of Georgia or its people or language georgian adj of or relating to or characteristic of the American state of Georgia or its inhabitants georgian adj of or relating to the Hanoverian kings of England geosphere n the solid part of the earth consisting of the crust and outer mantle geothermal adj of or relating to the heat in the interior of the earth geotropism n an orienting response to gravity geranium n any of numerous plants of the family Geraniaceae gerbil n small Old World burrowing desert rodent with long soft pale fur and hind legs adapted for leaping geriatric adj of or relating to the aged geriatric adj of or relating to or practicing geriatrics geriatrician n a specialist in gerontology geriatrics n the branch of medical science that deals with diseases and problems specific to old people gerontology germ n anything that provides inspiration for later work source,seed germ n a small apparently simple structure (as a fertilized egg) from which new tissue can develop into a complete organism germ n a minute life form (especially a disease-causing bacterium); the term is not in technical use microbe,bug german n a person of German nationality german n the standard German language; developed historically from West Germanic german adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of Germany or its people or language germander n any of various plants of the genus Teucrium germane adj relevant and appropriate germanic n a branch of the Indo-European family of languages; members that are spoken currently fall into two major groups: Scandinavian and West Germa germanic adj of or relating to the language of Germans germanic adj of or pertaining to the ancient Teutons or their languages teutonic germany n a republic in central Europe; split into East Germany and West Germany after World War II and reunited in 1990 deutschland germicide n an agent (as heat or radiation or a chemical) that destroys microorganisms that might carry disease disinfectant germinal n seventh month of the Revolutionary calendar (March and April); the month of buds germinal adj containing seeds of later development seminal germinate v produce buds, branches, or germinate shoot,spud,sprout germinate v work out evolve,develop germinate v cause to grow or sprout germination n the process whereby seeds or spores sprout and begin to grow sprouting germination n the origin of some development geronimo n Apache chieftain who raided the white settlers in the Southwest as resistance to being confined to a reservation (1829-1909) gerontology n the branch of medical science that deals with diseases and problems specific to old people geriatrics gerrymander n an act of gerrymandering (dividing a voting area so as to give your own party an unfair advantage) gerrymander v divide unfairly and to one's advantage; of voting districts gershwin n United States lyricist who frequently collaborated with his brother George Gershwin (1896-1983) gershwin n United States composer who incorporated jazz into classical forms and composed scores for musical comedies (1898-1937) gerund n a noun formed from a verb (such as the `-ing' form of an English verb when used as a noun) gestalt n a configuration or pattern of elements so unified as a whole that it cannot be described merely as a sum of its parts gestapo n the secret state police in Nazi Germany; known for its terrorist methods gestate v have the idea for conceive,conceptualize,conceptualise gestate v be pregnant with bear,carry,expect gestation n the period during which an embryo develops (about 266 days in humans) gestation n the state of being pregnant; the period from conception to birth when a woman carries a developing fetus in her uterus pregnancy,maternity gestation n the conception and development of an idea or plan gesture n motion of hands or body to emphasize or help to express a thought or feeling gesture n the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals motion gesture n something done as an indication of intention gesture v show, express or direct through movement motion get n a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent get v come into the possession of something concrete or abstract acquire get v enter or assume a certain state or condition become,go get v cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition let,have get v receive a specified treatment (abstract) receive,find,obtain,incur getaway n the attribute of being capable of rapid acceleration pickup getaway n a rapid escape (as by criminals) lam gettable adj capable of being obtained obtainable getting n the act of acquiring something acquiring gettysburg n a small town in southern Pennsylvania; site of a national cemetery gettysburg n a battle of the American Civil War (1863); the defeat of Robert E. Lee's invading Confederate Army was a major victory for the Union geum n avens gewgaw n cheap showy jewelry or ornament on clothing bangle,bauble,gaud,novelty,trinket geyser n a spring that discharges hot water and steam geyser v to overflow like a geyser ghana n a republic in West Africa on the Gulf of Guinea ghastliness n the quality of being ghastly grimness ghastly adj shockingly repellent; inspiring horror grim,grisly,gruesome,macabre,sick ghastly adj gruesomely indicative of death or the dead sepulchral ghee n clarified butter used in Indian cookery gheg n the dialect of Albanian spoken in northern Albania and Yugoslavia ghent n port city in northwestern Belgium and industrial center; famous for cloth industry gent ghetto n formerly the restricted quarter of many European cities in which Jews were required to live ghetto n any segregated mode of living or working that results from bias or stereotyping ghetto n a poor densely populated city district occupied by a minority ethnic group linked together by economic hardship and social restrictions ghettoize v put in a ghetto ghost n a mental representation of some haunting experience shade,spook,wraith,specter,spectre ghost n a writer who gives the credit of authorship to someone else ghost n the visible disembodied soul of a dead person ghost n a suggestion of some quality touch,trace ghost v move like a ghost ghost v haunt like a ghost; pursue haunt,obsess ghost v write for someone else ghostlike adj resembling or characteristic of a phantom ghostly,spectral,spiritual ghostly adj resembling or characteristic of a phantom ghostlike,spectral,spiritual ghoul n someone who takes bodies from graves and sells them for anatomical dissection graverobber ghoul n an evil spirit or ghost ghoulish adj suggesting the horror of death and decay morbid giant n any creature of exceptional size giant n a person of exceptional importance and reputation colossus,behemoth,heavyweight,titan giant n an unusually large enterprise giant n a very large person; impressive in size or qualities hulk,heavyweight,whale giant adj of great mass; huge and bulky elephantine,gargantuan,jumbo giantess n a female giant gib n a unit of information equal to 1024 mebibytes or 2^30 (1,073,741,824) bytes g gib n a castrated tomcat gibber n unintelligible talking gibberish gibber v speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly chatter,piffle,prate,twaddle,clack,maunder,prattle,blab gibber v chatter inarticulately; of monkeys gibberish n unintelligible talking gibber gibbet n alternative terms for gallows gallous gibbet v hang on an execution instrument gibbet v expose to ridicule or public scorn pillory gibbon n English historian best known for his history of the Roman Empire (1737-1794) gibbon n smallest and most perfectly anthropoid arboreal ape having long arms and no tail; of southern Asia and East Indies gibbous adj characteristic of or suffering from kyphosis, an abnormality of the vertebral column humped gibbous adj (used of the moon) more than half full gibbs n United States chemist (1839-1903) gibe n an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect shot,shaft,slam,dig,barb,jibe gibe v be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics match,fit,correspond,check,jibe,tally,agree gibe v laugh at with contempt and derision jeer,scoff,flout,barrack giblet n edible viscera of a fowl giblets giblets n edible viscera of a fowl giblet gibraltar n location of a colony of the United Kingdom on a limestone promontory at the southern tip of Spain; strategically important because it can co gibson n United States illustrator remembered for his creation of the `Gibson girl' (1867-1944) gibson n Australian actor (born in the United States in 1956) gibson n United States tennis player who was the first Black woman player to win all the major world singles titles (1927-2003) giddy adj having or causing a whirling sensation; liable to falling dizzy,woozy giddy adj lacking seriousness; given to frivolity dizzy,lightheaded,silly gift n something acquired without compensation gift n natural abilities or qualities endowment,talent gift n the act of giving giving gift v give qualities or abilities to endow,empower,invest gift v give as a present; make a gift of give,present gifted adj endowed with talent or talents talented gig n long and light rowing boat; especially for racing gig n an implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fish spear,lance gig n a cluster of hooks (without barbs) that is drawn through a school of fish to hook their bodies; used when fish are not biting gig n tender that is a light ship's boat; often for personal use of captain gigantic adj so exceedingly large or extensive as to suggest a giant or mammoth mammoth giggle n a foolish or nervous laugh giggle v laugh nervously titter gigolo n a man who has sex with and is supported by a woman gigot n lamb leg suitable for roasting gigue n music in three-four time for dancing a jig jig gila n a river that rises in western New Mexico and flows westward through southern Arizona to become a tributary of the Colorado River gilbert n a unit of magnetomotive force equal to 0.7958 ampere-turns gilbert n a librettist who was a collaborator with Sir Arthur Sullivan in a famous series of comic operettas (1836-1911) gilbert n English court physician noted for his studies of terrestrial magnetism (1540-1603) gilbert n English navigator who in 1583 established in Newfoundland the first English colony in North America (1539-1583) gild n a formal association of people with similar interests club,society,guild,lodge,order gild v decorate with, or as if with, gold leaf or liquid gold gilded adj having the deep slightly brownish color of gold gilt,gold,golden gilded adj based on pretense; deceptively pleasing specious,glossy gilded adj ostentatiously rich and superior in quality deluxe,grand,luxurious,opulent,princely,sumptuous,lush gilded adj made from or covered with gold gold,golden gilder n someone whose occupation is to apply an overlay of gold or gilt gilding n a coating of gold or of something that looks like gold gilt gilgamesh n a legendary Sumerian king who was the hero of an epic collection of mythic stories gill n a British imperial capacity unit (liquid or dry) equal to 5 fluid ounces or 142.066 cubic centimeters gill n a United States liquid unit equal to 4 fluid ounces gill n any of the radiating leaflike spore-producing structures on the underside of the cap of a mushroom or similar fungus lamella gill n respiratory organ of aquatic animals that breathe oxygen dissolved in water gilled adj provided with gills gillespie n United States jazz trumpeter and exponent of bebop (1917-1993) gillette n United States inventor and manufacturer who developed the safety razor (1855-1932) gillie n a young male attendant on a Scottish Highlander chief gillie n a shoe without a tongue and with decorative lacing up the instep gillyflower n any of several Old World plants cultivated for their brightly colored flowers stock gillyflower n Eurasian plant with pink to purple-red spice-scented usually double flowers; widely cultivated in many varieties and many colors carnation gilman n United States feminist (1860-1935) gilt n a coating of gold or of something that looks like gold gilding gilt adj having the deep slightly brownish color of gold gilded,gold,golden gimbal n an appliance that allows an object (such as a ship's compass) to remain horizontal even as its support tips gimel n the 3rd letter of the Hebrew alphabet gimlet n a cocktail made of gin or vodka and lime juice gimlet n hand tool for boring holes auger,wimble gimmick n a drawback or difficulty that is not readily evident catch gimmick n something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known doodad,doohickey,gizmo,thingamabob,thingummy,whatchamacallit gimmick n any clever maneuver device,twist gimp n disability of walking due to crippling of the legs or feet limping gimp v walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury limp,hobble,hitch gimpy adj disabled in the feet or legs crippled,halt,halting,lame,game gin n strong liquor flavored with juniper berries gin n a trap for birds or small mammals; often has a slip noose snare,noose gin n a machine that separates the seeds from raw cotton fibers gin n a form of rummy in which a player can go out if the cards remaining in their hand total less than 10 points gin v separate the seeds from (cotton) with a cotton gin gin v trap with a snare ginger n perennial plants having thick branching aromatic rhizomes and leafy reedlike stems ginger n dried ground gingerroot ginger n pungent rhizome of the common ginger plant; used fresh as a seasoning especially in Asian cookery ginger n liveliness and energy pep ginger v add ginger to in order to add flavor ginger adj (used especially of hair or fur) having a bright orange-brown color gingery gingerbread n cake flavored with ginger gingerly adj with extreme care or delicacy gingerly adv in a gingerly manner gingersnap n a crisp round cookie flavored with ginger snap gingery adj having a taste like that of ginger gingery adj (used especially of hair or fur) having a bright orange-brown color ginger gingham n a clothing fabric in a plaid weave ginsberg n United States poet of the beat generation (1926-1997) ginseng n aromatic root of ginseng plants ginseng n Chinese herb with palmately compound leaves and small greenish flowers and forked aromatic roots believed to have medicinal powers giraffe n tallest living quadruped; having a spotted coat and small horns and very long neck and legs; of savannahs of tropical Africa girard n United States financier (born in France) who helped finance the War of 1812 (1750-1831) gird v prepare oneself for a military confrontation arm,fortify gird v put a girdle on or around girdle gird v bind with something round or circular encircle girder n a beam made usually of steel; a main support in a structure girdle n an encircling or ringlike structure girdle n a band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers cincture,sash,waistband girdle n a woman's close-fitting foundation garment corset,stays girdle v cut a girdle around so as to kill by interrupting the circulation of water and nutrients deaden girdle v put a girdle on or around gird girl n a young female miss,missy girl n a youthful female person boy girl n a female human offspring daughter boy girl n a girl or young woman with whom a man is romantically involved girlfriend girlfriend n any female friend girlfriend n a girl or young woman with whom a man is romantically involved girl girlhood n the childhood of a girl girlish adj befitting or characteristic of a young girl girlishly adv like a girl girth n the distance around a person's body girth n stable gear consisting of a band around a horse's belly that holds the saddle in place cinch girth v tie a cinch around cinch gish n United States film actress who appeared in films by D. W. Griffith (1896-1993) gist n the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work effect,essence,burden,core gist n the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience kernel,substance,core,center,centre,essence,heart,marrow git n a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible rotter,rat,skunk,stinker,bum,puke,crumb,lowlife gitano n a Spanish male Gypsy gittern n a 16th century musical instrument resembling a guitar with a pear-shaped soundbox and wire strings cittern,cithern,cither give n the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length spring give v cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense give v be the cause or source of yield,afford give v transfer possession of something concrete or abstract to somebody take give v convey or reveal information giveaway n a gift of public land or resources for the private gain of a limited group giveaway n an unintentional disclosure giveaway n a television or radio program in which contestants compete for awards given n an assumption that is taken for granted presumption,precondition given adj acknowledged as a supposition granted given adj (usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward apt,disposed,minded,tending givenness n the quality of being granted as a supposition; of being acknowledged or assumed giver n someone who devotes himself completely giver n person who makes a gift of property donor,presenter giving n the act of giving gift giving n the imparting of news or promises etc. giving n disposing of property by voluntary transfer without receiving value in return giving adj given or giving freely big,bighearted,bounteous,bountiful,handsome,liberal giza n an ancient Egyptian city on the west bank of the Nile opposite Cairo; site of three Great Pyramids and the Sphinx gizmo n something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known doodad,doohickey,gimmick,thingamabob,thingummy,whatchamacallit gizmo n a device or control that is very useful for a particular job appliance,contraption,contrivance,convenience,gadget gizzard n thick-walled muscular pouch below the crop in many birds and reptiles for grinding food ventriculus glabella n a smooth prominence of the frontal bone between and above the eyebrows; the most forward projecting point of the forehead in the midline at glabrous adj having no hair or similar growth; smooth glace adj (used especially of fruits) preserved by coating with or allowing to absorb sugar candied glacial adj relating to or derived from a glacier glacial adj devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain frigid,frosty,frozen,icy,wintry glacial adj extremely cold arctic,frigid,gelid,icy,polar glaciate v cover with ice or snow or a glacier glaciate v become frozen and covered with glaciers glaciated adj covered with ice (as by a glacier) or affected by glacial action glaciation n the condition of being covered with glaciers or masses of ice; the result of glacial action glaciation n the process of covering the earth with glaciers or masses of ice glacier n a slowly moving mass of ice glad n any of numerous plants of the genus Gladiolus native chiefly to tropical and South Africa having sword-shaped leaves and one-sided spikes of gladiolus glad adj showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy sad glad adj eagerly disposed to act or to be of service happy glad adj feeling happy appreciation glad adj cheerful and bright beaming gladden v make glad or happy joy sadden gladden v become glad or happy sadden glade n a tract of land with few or no trees in the middle of a wooded area clearing gladiator n (ancient Rome) a professional combatant or a captive who entertained the public by engaging in mortal combat gladiator n a professional boxer gladiolus n any of numerous plants of the genus Gladiolus native chiefly to tropical and South Africa having sword-shaped leaves and one-sided spikes of glad gladiolus n the large central part of the breastbone gladly adv in a willing manner lief,fain gladness n experiencing joy and pleasure gladsome adj experiencing or expressing gladness or joy gladstone n liberal British statesman who served as prime minister four times (1809-1898) gladstone n a large travelling bag made of stiff leather portmanteau glamorize v interpret romantically romanticize glamorize v make glamorous and attractive glamorous adj having an air of allure, romance and excitement glamour n alluring beauty or charm (often with sex-appeal) glamour v cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something hex,bewitch,witch,enchant,jinx glance n a quick look glimpse glance v throw a glance at; take a brief look at peek,glint glance v hit at an angle gland n any of various organs that synthesize substances needed by the body and release it through ducts or directly into the bloodstream glandular adj relating to or affecting or functioning as a gland glans n a small rounded structure; especially that at the end of the penis or clitoris glare n a light within the field of vision that is brighter than the brightness to which the eyes are adapted blaze,brilliance glare n an angry stare glower glare n a focus of public attention limelight,spotlight glare v look at with a fixed gaze glower glare v be sharply reflected glare v shine intensely glaring adj shining intensely blazing,blinding,dazzling,fulgent glaring adj conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible crying,egregious,flagrant,gross,rank glaser n United States physicist who invented the bubble chamber to study subatomic particles (born in 1926) glasgow n largest city in Scotland; a port on the Clyde in west central Scotland; one of the great shipbuilding centers of the world glass n a brittle transparent solid with irregular atomic structure glass n a container made of glass for holding liquids while drinking glass n the quantity a glass will hold glassful glass n a small refracting telescope spyglass glass v furnish with glass glaze glass v scan (game in the forest) with binoculars glass v enclose with glass glass v put in a glass container glassed adj fitted or covered with glass glazed glasses n (plural) optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision spectacles,specs,eyeglasses glassful n the quantity a glass will hold glass glasshouse n a building with glass walls and roof; for the cultivation and exhibition of plants under controlled conditions greenhouse glassless adj not furnished with glass glassmaker n someone who makes glass glassware n an article of tableware made of glass glassy adj resembling glass in smoothness and shininess and slickness glassy adj (used of eyes) lacking liveliness glazed glassy adj (of ceramics) having the surface made shiny and nonporous by fusing a vitreous solution to it vitreous glaucoma n an eye disease that damages the optic nerve and impairs vision (sometimes progressing to blindness) glaucous adj having a frosted look from a powdery coating, as on plants glaze n any of various thin shiny (savory or sweet) coatings applied to foods glaze n a glossy finish on a fabric glaze n a coating for ceramics, metal, etc. glaze v coat with a glaze glaze v become glassy or take on a glass-like appearance glass glaze v furnish with glass glass glaze v coat with something sweet, such as a hard sugar glaze sugarcoat,candy glazed adj (used of eyes) lacking liveliness glassy glazed adj fitted or covered with glass glassed glazed adj having a shiny surface or coating shiny glazed adj (of foods) covered with a shiny coating by applying e.g. beaten egg or a sugar or gelatin mixture glazer n someone who cuts flat glass to size glazier glazier n someone who cuts flat glass to size glazer gleam n an appearance of reflected light gleaming,glow gleam n a flash of light (especially reflected light) gleaming,glimmer gleam v be shiny, as if wet glitter,glisten,glint,shine gleam v shine brightly, like a star or a light glimmer gleam v appear briefly gleaming n a flash of light (especially reflected light) gleam,glimmer gleaming n an appearance of reflected light gleam,glow gleaming adj bright with a steady but subdued shining agleam glean v gather, as of natural products reap,harvest gleba n fleshy spore-bearing inner mass of e.g. a puffball or stinkhorn glebe n plot of land belonging to an English parish church or an ecclesiastical office glee n great merriment hilarity,mirth glee n malicious satisfaction gloat,gloating gleeful adj full of high-spirited delight elated,joyful,jubilant gleefully adv in a joyous and gleeful manner joyfully gleet n a thin morbid discharge as from a wound or especially chronic gonorrhea glen n a narrow secluded valley (in the mountains) glengarry n a Scottish cap with straight sides and a crease along the top from front to back; worn by Highlanders as part of military dress glenn n made the first orbital rocket-powered flight by a United States astronaut in 1962; later in United States Senate (1921-) glia n sustentacular tissue that surrounds and supports neurons in the central nervous system; glial and neural cells together compose the tissue o glial adj of or relating to neuroglia glib adj marked by lack of intellectual depth glib adj having only superficial plausibility pat,slick glib adj artfully persuasive in speech glibly adv with superficial plausibility slickly glide n a vowellike sound that serves as a consonant glide n the act of moving smoothly along a surface while remaining in contact with it slide,coast glide n the activity of flying a glider gliding,soaring,sailing glide v move smoothly and effortlessly glide v fly in or as if in a glider plane glide v cause to move or pass silently, smoothly, or imperceptibly glider n aircraft supported only by the dynamic action of air against its surfaces sailplane gliding n the activity of flying a glider glide,soaring,sailing glimmer n a flash of light (especially reflected light) gleam,gleaming glimmer n a slight suggestion or vague understanding inkling,intimation,glimmering glimmer v shine brightly, like a star or a light gleam glimmering n a slight suggestion or vague understanding inkling,intimation,glimmer glimpse n a quick look glance glimpse n a brief or incomplete view glimpse n a vague indication glimpse v catch a glimpse of or see briefly glint n a momentary flash of light flicker,spark glint n a spatially localized brightness glint v be shiny, as if wet glitter,glisten,gleam,shine glint v throw a glance at; take a brief look at glance,peek glinting adj having brief brilliant points or flashes of light aglitter,coruscant,glittering,glittery,scintillating,sparkly glisten n the quality of shining with a bright reflected light glitter,glister,sparkle glisten v be shiny, as if wet glitter,glint,gleam,shine glistening adj reflecting light glossy,lustrous,shiny,shining glister n the quality of shining with a bright reflected light glitter,glisten,sparkle glitch n a fault or defect in a computer program, system, or machine bug glitter n the quality of shining with a bright reflected light glister,glisten,sparkle glitter n the occurrence of a small flash or spark sparkle glitter v be shiny, as if wet glisten,glint,gleam,shine glittering adj having brief brilliant points or flashes of light aglitter,coruscant,glinting,glittery,scintillating,sparkly glittery adj having brief brilliant points or flashes of light aglitter,coruscant,glinting,glittering,scintillating,sparkly glitz n tasteless showiness brashness gloam n the time of day immediately following sunset twilight,dusk,gloaming,nightfall,fall gloaming n the time of day immediately following sunset twilight,dusk,gloam,nightfall,fall gloat n malicious satisfaction gloating,glee gloat v dwell on with satisfaction triumph,crow gloat v gaze at or think about something with great self-satisfaction, gratification, or joy gloating n malicious satisfaction gloat,glee glob n a compact mass ball,clod,lump,clump,chunk global adj involving the entire earth; not limited or provincial in scope planetary,world,worldwide global adj having the shape of a sphere or ball globular,spherical globalization n growth to a global or worldwide scale globally adv with respect to the whole earth globally adv throughout the world internationally globe n the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on earth,earth,world globe n an object with a spherical shape ball,orb globe n a sphere on which a map (especially of the earth) is represented globin n a colorless protein obtained by removing heme from hemoglobin; the oxygen carrying compound in red blood cells globular adj having the shape of a sphere or ball global,spherical globulin n a family of proteins found in blood and milk and muscle and in plant seed glockenspiel n a percussion instrument consisting of a set of graduated metal bars mounted on a frame and played with small hammers glogg n Scandinavian punch made of claret and aquavit with spices and raisins and orange peel and sugar glom v take by theft hook,snitch,thieve,cop glom v seize upon or latch onto something glomerular adj of or relating to glomeruli glomerulus n a small intertwined group of capillaries in the malpighian body; it filters the blood during urine formation gloom n a state of partial or total darkness gloom n a feeling of melancholy apprehension gloom n an atmosphere of depression and melancholy gloomily adv with gloom gloomy adj depressingly dark sulky gloomy adj filled with melancholy and despondency grim,blue,depressed,dispirited,down,downcast,low gloomy adj causing dejection blue,dark,dingy,dismal,grim,sorry,drab,drear glop n any gummy shapeless matter; usually unpleasant glop n writing or music that is excessively sweet and sentimental treacle,mush,slop glorification n a state of high honor glory glorification n a portrayal of something as ideal glorification n the act of glorifying (as in worship) glorified adj accorded sacrosanct or authoritative standing canonized glorify v praise, glorify, or honor laud,extol,exalt,proclaim glorify v bestow glory upon glorify v elevate or idealize, in allusion to Christ's transfiguration transfigure glorify v cause to seem more splendid glorious adj having or deserving or conferring glory inglorious glorious adj characterized by grandeur brilliant,magnificent,splendid glorious adj having great beauty and splendor resplendent,splendid gloriously adv with glory or in a glorious manner gloriously adv blessedly or wonderfully glory n a state of high honor glorification glory n brilliant radiant beauty glory n an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint aura,aureole,halo,nimbus glory v rejoice proudly gloss n an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text rubric gloss n an alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge; usually published as an appendix to a text on that field glossary gloss n the property of being smooth and shiny polish,burnish gloss n an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading semblance,color,colour gloss v give a shine or gloss to, usually by rubbing gloss v provide interlinear explanations for words or phrases comment,annotate gloss v provide an interlinear translation of a word or phrase gloss v give a deceptive explanation or excuse for color,colour glossa n a mobile mass of muscular tissue covered with mucous membrane and located in the oral cavity tongue,lingua,clapper glossary n an alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge; usually published as an appendix to a text on that field gloss glossy n a magazine printed on good quality paper slick glossy n a photograph that is printed on smooth shiny paper glossy adj based on pretense; deceptively pleasing gilded,specious glossy adj (of paper and fabric and leather) having a surface made smooth and shiny especially by pressing between rollers glossy adj reflecting light glistening,lustrous,shiny,shining glossy adj superficially attractive and stylish; suggesting wealth or expense showy glottal adj of or relating to or produced by the glottis glottis n the vocal apparatus of the larynx; the true vocal folds and the space between them where the voice tone is generated gloucester n a town in northeastern Massachusetts on Cape Ann to the northeast of Boston; the harbor has been a fishing center for centuries gloucester n a city in southwestern England in Gloucestershire on the Severn gloucestershire n a county in southwestern England in the lower Severn valley glove n the handwear used by fielders in playing baseball mitt glove n handwear: covers the hand and wrist glove n boxing equipment consisting of big and padded coverings for the fists of the fighters; worn for the sport of boxing gloved adj having the hands covered with gloves glow n an alert and refreshed state freshness glow n light from nonthermal sources luminescence glow n the phenomenon of light emission by a body as its temperature is raised glow n a feeling of considerable warmth glow v emit a steady even light without flames glow v have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink beam,radiate,shine glow v shine intensely, as if with heat burn glow v be exuberant or high-spirited glower n an angry stare glare glower v look at with a fixed gaze glare glower v look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval frown,lour,lower glowering adj showing a brooding ill humor dark,dour,glum,moody,morose,sour,sullen glowing n the amount of electromagnetic radiation leaving or arriving at a point on a surface radiance,glow glowing adj highly enthusiastic glowingly adv in an enthusiastically glowing manner gluck n German composer of more than 100 operas (1714-1787) glucosamine n an amino derivative of glucose that is a component of many polysaccharides glucose n a monosaccharide sugar that has several forms; an important source of physiological energy glucoside n a glycoside derived from glucose glue n cement consisting of a sticky substance that is used as an adhesive gum glue v join or attach with or as if with glue paste glue v be fixed as if by glue glued adj affixed or as if affixed with glue or paste pasted glug v make a gurgling sound as of liquid issuing from a bottle glum adj moody and melancholic glum adj showing a brooding ill humor dark,dour,glowering,moody,morose,sour,sullen glumly adv in a sullen manner glut n the quality of being so overabundant that prices fall oversupply,surfeit glut v overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself gorge,stuff,overeat,binge glut v supply with an excess of flood,oversupply glute n any one of three large skeletal muscles that form the buttock and move the thigh gluten n a protein substance that remains when starch is removed from cereal grains; gives cohesiveness to dough glutted adj exceeding demand glutton n a person who is devoted to eating and drinking to excess gourmand glutton n musteline mammal of northern Eurasia wolverine gluttonous adj given to excess in consumption of especially food or drink gluttony n habitual eating to excess gluttony n eating to excess (personified as one of the deadly sins) overeating,gula glycerol n a sweet syrupy trihydroxy alcohol obtained by saponification of fats and oils glycine n the simplest amino acid found in proteins and the principal amino acid in sugar cane glycine n genus of Asiatic erect or sprawling herbs: soya bean glycogen n one form in which body fuel is stored; stored primarily in the liver and broken down into glucose when needed by the body glycol n a sweet but poisonous syrupy liquid used as an antifreeze and solvent glycol n any of a class of alcohols having 2 hydroxyl groups in each molecule glyph n glyptic art in the form of a symbolic figure carved or incised in relief gm n a metric unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a kilogram gram,gramme,g gnarl n something twisted and tight and swollen knot gnarl v twist into a state of deformity gnarl v make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath murmur,mutter,grumble,croak gnarled adj used of old persons or old trees; covered with knobs or knots gnarly,knotted,knotty gnarly adj used of old persons or old trees; covered with knobs or knots gnarled,knotted,knotty gnash v grind together, of teeth gnat n any of various small biting flies: midges; biting midges; black flies; sand flies gnat n (British usage) mosquito gnatcatcher n very small North American and South American warblers gnaw v bite or chew on with the teeth gnaw v become ground down or deteriorate erode gnawer n relatively small placental mammals having a single pair of constantly growing incisor teeth specialized for gnawing rodent gneiss n a laminated metamorphic rock similar to granite gnocchi n (Italian) a small dumpling made of potato or flour or semolina that is boiled or baked and is usually served with a sauce or with grated che gnome n a legendary creature resembling a tiny old man; lives in the depths of the earth and guards buried treasure dwarf gnome n a short pithy saying expressing a general truth gnomic adj relating to or containing gnomes gnomon n indicator provided by the stationary arm whose shadow indicates the time on the sundial gnosticism n a religious orientation advocating gnosis as the way to release a person's spiritual element; considered heresy by Christian churches gnu n large African antelope having a head with horns like an ox and a long tufted tail wildebeest go n a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) spell,tour,turn go n street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine adam,ecstasy,cristal,x go n a usually brief attempt crack,fling,pass,whirl,offer go n a board game for two players who place counters on a grid; the object is to surround and so capture the opponent's counters go v change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically travel,move go v follow a procedure or take a course proceed,move go v move away from a place into another direction depart come go v enter or assume a certain state or condition become,get go adj functioning correctly and ready for action goa n a state of southwestern India; a former Portuguese colony goad n a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion prod goad n a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something goading,prod,prodding,urging,spur,spurring goad v give heart or courage to spur goad v urge with or as if with a goad goad v stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick prick goad v annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism needle goaded adj compelled forcibly by an outside agency driven goading n a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something goad,prod,prodding,urging,spur,spurring goal n the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it end goal n the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey) finish,destination goal n game equipment consisting of the place toward which players of a game try to advance a ball or puck in order to score points goal n a successful attempt at scoring goalie n the soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal goalkeeper goalie n the defensive position on an ice hockey or soccer or lacrosse team who stands in front of the goal and tries to prevent opposing players fro goalkeeper goalkeeper n the soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal goalie goalkeeper n the defensive position on an ice hockey or soccer or lacrosse team who stands in front of the goal and tries to prevent opposing players fro goalie goat n any of numerous agile ruminants related to sheep but having a beard and straight horns goat n a victim of ridicule or pranks butt,laughingstock,stooge goat n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Capricorn capricorn goat n the tenth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about December 22 to January 19 capricorn goatee n a small chin beard trimmed to a point; named for its resemblance to a goat's beard goatskin n the hide of a goat gob n a man who serves as a sailor mariner,seaman,tar,jack,seafarer gob n a lump of slimy stuff gob n informal terms for the mouth trap,cakehole,hole,maw,yap gobbet n a lump or chunk of raw meat gobble n the characteristic sound made by a turkey cock gobble v eat hastily without proper chewing bolt gobble v make a gurgling sound, characteristic of turkeys gobbledygook n incomprehensible or pompous jargon of specialists gobbler n a hasty eater who swallows large mouthfuls gobbler n male turkey tom gobi n a desert in central China goblet n a drinking glass with a base and stem goblet n a bowl-shaped drinking vessel; especially the Eucharistic cup chalice goblin n (folklore) a small grotesque supernatural creature that makes trouble for human beings hob gobs n a large number or amount tons,dozens,heaps,lots,piles,scores,stacks,loads god n the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in god n any supernatural being worshipped as controlling some part of the world or some aspect of life or who is the personification of a force deity,divinity,immortal god n a man of such superior qualities that he seems like a deity to other people god n a material effigy that is worshipped idol godard n French film maker influenced by surrealism; early work explored the documentary use of film; noted for innovative techniques (born in 1930) godchild n an infant who is sponsored by an adult (the godparent) at baptism goddam adj expletives used informally as intensifiers blasted,blame,blamed,blessed,damn,damned,darned,deuced goddam adv extremely goddamn,goddamned goddamn adj used as expletives damn goddamn adj expletives used informally as intensifiers blasted,blame,blamed,blessed,damn,damned,darned,deuced goddamn adv extremely goddam,goddamned goddamned adj expletives used informally as intensifiers blasted,blame,blamed,blessed,damn,damned,darned,deuced goddamned adv extremely goddam,goddamn goddard n United States physicist who developed the first successful liquid-fueled rocket (1882-1945) goddaughter n a female godchild goddess n a female deity godfather n any man who serves as a sponsor for a child at baptism godfather n someone having a relation analogous to that of a male sponsor to his godchild godforsaken adj located in a dismal or remote area; desolate waste,wild godhead n terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God lord,creator,maker,divine,almighty,jehovah godiva n according to legend she rode naked through Coventry in order to persuade her husband not to tax the townspeople so heavily; the only person godless adj not revering god irreverent godlike adj appropriate to or befitting a god divine godlike adj being or having the nature of a god divine godliness n piety by virtue of being a godly person godly adj showing great reverence for god reverent,worshipful godly adj emanating from God divine godmother n any woman who serves as a sponsor for a child at baptism godown n (in India and Malaysia) a warehouse godsend n a sudden happening that brings good fortune (as a sudden opportunity to make money) boom,bonanza,gravy,windfall,bunce godson n a male godchild godspeed n a successful journey godwit n large wading bird that resembles a curlew; has a long slightly upturned bill goebbels n German propaganda minister in Nazi Germany who persecuted the Jews (1897-1945) goer n someone who leaves leaver goering n German politician in Nazi Germany who founded the Gestapo and mobilized Germany for war (1893-1946) goring goethe n German poet and novelist and dramatist who lived in Weimar (1749-1832) gofer n an employee whose duties include running errands goffer n a zealously energetic person (especially a salesman) gopher goffer n an iron used to press pleats and ridges goffer n an ornamental frill made by pressing pleats goffer v make wavy with a heated goffering iron goggle v look with amazement; look stupidly gape,gawp,gawk goggles n (plural) tight-fitting spectacles worn to protect the eyes gogh n Dutch Post-impressionist painter noted for his use of color (1853-1890) going n the act of departing departure,leaving going n euphemistic expressions for death passing,loss,departure,exit,expiration,release going n advancing toward a goal sledding going adj in full operation goiter n abnormally enlarged thyroid gland; can result from underproduction or overproduction of hormone or from a deficiency of iodine in the diet goitre goitre n abnormally enlarged thyroid gland; can result from underproduction or overproduction of hormone or from a deficiency of iodine in the diet goiter goitrogen n any substance (such as thiouracil) that induces the formation of a goiter golan n a fortified hilly area between southern Lebanon and southern Syria golconda n a source of great wealth (especially a mine) gold n coins made of gold gold n a deep yellow color amber gold n a soft yellow malleable ductile (trivalent and univalent) metallic element; occurs mainly as nuggets in rocks and alluvial deposits; does no au gold n great wealth gold adj made from or covered with gold golden,gilded gold adj having the deep slightly brownish color of gold gilded,gilt,golden goldberg n United States cartoonist who drew intricate diagrams of very complicated and impractical contraptions that accomplished little or nothing (1 goldcrest n European kinglet with a black-bordered yellow crown patch golden adj having the deep slightly brownish color of gold gilded,gilt,gold golden adj marked by peace and prosperity halcyon,prosperous golden adj made from or covered with gold gold,gilded golden adj supremely favored fortunate goldeneye n a variety of green lacewing goldeneye n large-headed swift-flying diving duck of Arctic regions whistler goldenrod n any of numerous chiefly summer-blooming and fall-blooming North American plants especially of the genus Solidago goldfinch n American finch whose male has yellow body plumage in summer goldfinch n small European finch having a crimson face and yellow-and-black wings goldfish n small golden or orange-red freshwater fishes of Eurasia used as pond or aquarium fishes goldilocks n early-flowering perennial of southern and southeastern Europe with flower heads resembling those of goldenrod golding n English novelist (1911-1993) goldman n United States anarchist (born in Russia) who opposed conscription; was deported to the Soviet Union in 1919 (1869-1940) goldmine n a good source of something that is desired goldmine n a mine where gold ore is found goldsmith n an artisan who makes jewelry and other objects out of gold goldsmith n Irish writer of novels and poetry and plays and essays (1728-1774) goldstone n aventurine spangled densely with fine gold-colored particles golem n (Jewish folklore) an artificially created human being that is given life by supernatural means golem n a mechanism that can move automatically automaton,robot golf n a game played on a large open course with 9 or 18 holes; the object is use as few strokes as possible in playing all the holes golf v play golf golfer n someone who plays the game of golf golfing n playing golf golgi n Italian histologist noted for work on the structure of the nervous system and for his discovery of Golgi bodies (1844-1926) goliath n (Old Testament) a giant Philistine warrior who was slain by David with a slingshot goliath n someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful giant,behemoth,monster,colossus goma n a city in eastern Congo at the northern end of Lake Kivu near the border with Rwanda gomorrah n (Old Testament) an ancient city near the Dead Sea that (along with Sodom) was destroyed by God for the vice and depravity of its inhabitants gonad n a gland in which gametes (sex cells) are produced gond n a member of a formerly tribal people in south central India gondola n a low flat-bottomed freight car with fixed sides but no roof gondola n long narrow flat-bottomed boat propelled by sculling; traditionally used on canals of Venice gondola n the compartment that is suspended from an airship and that carries personnel and the cargo and the power plant car gondolier n a (Venetian) boatman who propels a gondola gone adj destroyed or killed kaput gone adj dead asleep,deceased,departed gone adj well in the past; former bygone,departed,foregone gone adj stupefied or excited by a chemical substance (especially alcohol) intoxicated,drunk,inebriated,ripped goner n a person in desperate straits; someone doomed toast gong n a percussion instrument consisting of a metal plate that is struck with a softheaded drumstick gong n a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument chime,bell gong v sound a gong goniometer n direction finder that determines the angular direction of incoming radio signals gonorrhea n a common venereal disease caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae; symptoms are painful urination and pain around the urethra clap gonzo adj conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual bizarre,eccentric,freakish,freaky,flaky,outlandish goo n any thick, viscous matter sludge,slime,goop,gunk,muck,ooze goober n pod of the peanut vine containing usually 2 nuts or seeds; `groundnut' and `monkey nut' are British terms peanut,earthnut,groundnut good n benefit good n moral excellence or admirableness goodness evil good n that which is pleasing or valuable or useful goodness bad good n articles of commerce commodity good adj having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified bad good adj having the normally expected amount full good adj morally admirable evil good adj deserving of esteem and respect estimable,honorable,respectable good adv (often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant well good adv completely and absolutely (`good' is sometimes used informally for `thoroughly') thoroughly,soundly goodbye n a farewell remark adieu,adios,bye,cheerio,sayonara goodish adj moderately good of its kind goodish adj large in amount or extent or degree goodly,healthy,hefty,respectable,sizable,sizeable,tidy goodly adj large in amount or extent or degree goodish,healthy,hefty,respectable,sizable,sizeable,tidy goodman n United States clarinetist who in 1934 formed a big band (including black as well as white musicians) and introduced a kind of jazz known as goodness n that which is pleasing or valuable or useful good badness goodness n moral excellence or admirableness good goodwill n (accounting) an intangible asset valued according to the advantage or reputation a business has acquired (over and above its tangible assets goodwill n the friendly hope that something will succeed goodwill n a disposition to kindness and compassion grace goody n something considered choice to eat dainty,delicacy,kickshaw,treat goodyear n United States inventor of vulcanized rubber (1800-1860) gooey adj soft and sticky icky goof n a man who is a stupid incompetent fool fathead,goofball,bozo,jackass,goose,cuckoo,twat,zany goof n a person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior clown,buffoon,goofball goof v commit a faux pas or a fault or make a serious mistake sin,blunder,boob goofball n a man who is a stupid incompetent fool fathead,goof,bozo,jackass,goose,cuckoo,twat,zany goofball n a person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior clown,buffoon,goof goofy n a cartoon character created by Walt Disney goofy adj ludicrous, foolish silly,wacky,zany google n a widely used search engine that uses text-matching techniques to find web pages that are important and relevant to a user's search google v search the internet (for information) using the Google search engine googly n a cricket ball bowled as if to break one way that actually breaks in the opposite way googol n a cardinal number represented as 1 followed by 100 zeros (ten raised to the power of a hundred) goon n an awkward stupid person lout,clod,oaf,lubber,lummox,lump,gawk goon n an aggressive and violent young criminal hood,hoodlum,punk,thug,tough goop n any thick, viscous matter sludge,slime,goo,gunk,muck,ooze goop n street names for gamma hydroxybutyrate soap,scoop,max goose n web-footed long-necked typically gregarious migratory aquatic birds usually larger and less aquatic than ducks goose n a man who is a stupid incompetent fool fathead,goof,goofball,bozo,jackass,cuckoo,twat,zany goose n flesh of a goose (domestic or wild) goose v pinch in the buttocks goose v prod into action goose v give a spurt of fuel to gooseberry n spiny Eurasian shrub having greenish purple-tinged flowers and ovoid yellow-green or red-purple berries gooseberry n currant-like berry used primarily in jams and jellies goosefish n fishes having large mouths with a wormlike filament attached for luring prey angler,anglerfish,monkfish,lotte goosefoot n any of various weeds of the genus Chenopodium having small greenish flowers gooseneck n something in a thin curved form (like the neck of a goose) gop n the younger of two major political parties in the United States; GOP is an acronym for grand old party gopher n a zealously energetic person (especially a salesman) goffer gopher n a native or resident of Minnesota minnesotan gopher n any of various terrestrial burrowing rodents of Old and New Worlds; often destroy crops gopher n burrowing rodent of the family Geomyidae having large external cheek pouches; of Central America and southwestern North America goral n small goat antelope with small conical horns; of southern Asian mountains gorbachev n Soviet statesman whose foreign policy brought an end to the Cold War and whose domestic policy introduced major reforms (born in 1931) gordian adj extremely intricate; usually in phrase `Gordian knot' gore n Vice President of the United States under Bill Clinton (born in 1948) gore n coagulated blood from a wound gore n a piece of cloth that is generally triangular or tapering; used in making garments or umbrellas or sails panel gore n the shedding of blood resulting in murder bloodshed gore v wound by piercing with a sharp or penetrating object or instrument gore v cut into gores gorge n a deep ravine (usually with a river running through it) gorge n a narrow pass (especially one between mountains) defile gorge n the passage between the pharynx and the stomach esophagus,gullet gorge v overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself glut,stuff,overeat,binge gorgeous adj dazzlingly beautiful gorget n armor plate that protects the neck gorgon n (Greek mythology) any of three winged sister monsters and the mortal Medusa who had live snakes for hair; a glance at Medusa turned the beho gorgonian n corals having a horny or calcareous branching skeleton gorgonzola n Italian blue cheese gorilla n largest anthropoid ape; terrestrial and vegetarian; of forests of central west Africa goring n German politician in Nazi Germany who founded the Gestapo and mobilized Germany for war (1893-1946) goering gorky n Russian writer of plays and novels and short stories; noted for his depiction of social outcasts gorky n an industrial city in the European part of Russia; birthplace of Maksim Gorky gorse n very spiny and dense evergreen shrub with fragrant golden-yellow flowers; common throughout western Europe furze,whin gory adj covered with blood bloodstained gory adj accompanied by bloodshed goshawk n large hawk of Eurasia and North America used in falconry gosling n young goose gospel n the four books in the New Testament (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) that tell the story of Christ's life and teachings gospels,evangel gospel n an unquestionable truth gospel n folk music consisting of a genre of a cappella music originating with Black slaves in the United States and featuring call and response; inf gospel n the written body of teachings of a religious group that are generally accepted by that group creed gospels n the four books in the New Testament (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) that tell the story of Christ's life and teachings gospel,evangel gossamer n a gauze fabric with an extremely fine texture gossamer n filaments from a web that was spun by a spider cobweb gossamer adj characterized by unusual lightness and delicacy ethereal gossamer adj so thin as to transmit light diaphanous,sheer,transparent,vaporous gossip n light informal conversation for social occasions chitchat,gab,gabfest gossip n a report (often malicious) about the behavior of other people comment,scuttlebutt gossip n a person given to gossiping and divulging personal information about others gossiper gossip v wag one's tongue; speak about others and reveal secrets or intimacies gossip v talk socially without exchanging too much information chat,confab,chitchat,chatter,chaffer,natter,jaw,claver gossiper n a person given to gossiping and divulging personal information about others gossip gossiping n a conversation that spreads personal information about other people gossipy adj prone to friendly informal communication chatty,newsy goth n a crude uncouth ill-bred person lacking culture or refinement peasant,barbarian,boor,churl,tyke goth n one of the Teutonic people who invaded the Roman Empire in the 3rd to 5th centuries gothenburg n a port in southwestern Sweden; second largest city in Sweden gothic n extinct East Germanic language of the ancient Goths; the only surviving record being fragments of a 4th-century translation of the Bible by gothic n a heavy typeface in use from 15th to 18th centuries gothic n a style of architecture developed in northern France that spread throughout Europe between the 12th and 16th centuries; characterized by sle gothic adj characteristic of the style of type commonly used for printing German gothic adj of or relating to the language of the ancient Goths gothic adj of or relating to the Goths gothic adj as if belonging to the Middle Ages; old-fashioned and unenlightened medieval gouda n mild cream-colored Dutch cheese shaped in balls goudy n United States printer noted for designing typefaces (1865-1947) gouge n an impression in a surface (as made by a blow) dent,ding,nick gouge n and edge tool with a blade like a trough for cutting channels or grooves gouge n the act of gouging gouge v force with the thumb gouge v obtain by coercion or intimidation extort,squeeze,rack,wring gouge v make a groove in rout gouger n an attacker who gouges out the antagonist's eye gouger n a person who swindles you by means of deception or fraud swindler,scammer,grifter goulash n a rich meat stew highly seasoned with paprika gould n United States paleontologist and popularizer of science (1941-2002) gould n United States financier who gained control of the Erie Canal and who caused a financial panic in 1869 when he attempted to corner the gold m gourd n bottle made from the dried shell of a bottle gourd gourd n any of numerous inedible fruits with hard rinds gourd n any vine of the family Cucurbitaceae that bears fruits with hard rinds gourde n the basic unit of money in Haiti gourmand n a person who is devoted to eating and drinking to excess glutton gourmet n a person devoted to refined sensuous enjoyment (especially good food and drink) epicure,epicurean,foodie gout n a painful inflammation of the big toe and foot caused by defects in uric acid metabolism resulting in deposits of the acid and its salts in gouty adj suffering from gout govern v bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations regulate,order govern v direct or strongly influence the behavior of govern v exercise authority over; as of nations rule govern v require to be in a certain grammatical case, voice, or mood governance n the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something administration,establishment,brass,organization,organisation governance n the act of governing; exercising authority government,governing,administration governed n the body of people who are citizens of a particular government governess n a woman entrusted with the care and supervision of a child (especially in a private home) governing n the act of governing; exercising authority government,governance,administration governing adj responsible for making and enforcing rules and laws government n the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit authorities,regime government n the act of governing; exercising authority governing,governance,administration government n (government) the system or form by which a community or other political unit is governed government n the study of government of states and other political units politics governmental adj relating to or dealing with the affairs or structure of government or politics or the state governmentally adv by government governor n the head of a state government governor n a control that maintains a steady speed in a machine (as by controlling the supply of fuel) regulator governorship n the office of governor gown n a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions gown n the members of a university as distinguished from the other residents of the town in which the university is located gown n lingerie consisting of a loose dress designed to be worn in bed by women nightgown,nightie,nightdress gown n protective garment worn by surgeons during operations gown v dress in a gown gowned adj wearing a gown goy n a Christian as contrasted with a Jew gentile goya n Spanish painter well known for his portraits and for his satires (1746-1828) gps n a navigational system involving satellites and computers that can determine the latitude and longitude of a receiver on Earth by computing t grab n a mechanical device for gripping an object grab n the act of catching an object with the hands catch,snatch,snap grab v take hold of so as to seize or restrain or stop the motion of catch grab v get hold of or seize quickly and easily snaffle grab v make a grasping or snatching motion with the hand grab v obtain illegally or unscrupulously grabber n an unpleasant person who grabs inconsiderately grabby adj immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth covetous,grasping,greedy grace n (Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence grace n elegance and beauty of movement or expression grace n a sense of propriety and consideration for others grace n a disposition to kindness and compassion goodwill grace v make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. decorate,adorn,ornament,embellish,beautify grace v be beautiful to look at deck,adorn,decorate,embellish,beautify graceful adj characterized by beauty of movement, style, form, or execution awkward graceful adj suggesting taste, ease, and wealth elegant,refined gracefully adv in a graceful manner gracefully adv in a gracious or graceful manner graciously graceless adj lacking graciousness graceless adj lacking grace; clumsy graceless adj lacking social polish gauche gracie n United States comedienne remembered as the confused but imperturbable partner of her husband, George Burns (1906-1964) allen gracile adj slender and graceful willowy gracious adj characterized by charm, good taste, and generosity of spirit gracious adj characterized by kindness and warm courtesy especially of a king to his subjects benignant gracious adj exhibiting courtesy and politeness courteous,nice gracious adj disposed to bestow favors graciously adv in a gracious or graceful manner gracefully graciousness n excellence of manners or social conduct graciousness n the quality of being kind and gentle grackle n glossy black Asiatic starling often taught to mimic speech grackle n long-tailed American blackbird having iridescent black plumage grad n one-hundredth of a right angle grade grad n a person who has received a degree from a school (high school or college or university) alumnus,alumna,alum,graduate gradable adj capable of being graded (for quality or rank or size etc.) gradate v arrange according to grades gradate v pass imperceptibly from one degree, shade, or tone into another gradation n relative position in a graded series step gradation n a degree of ablaut grade gradation n the act of arranging in grades graduation grade n a body of students who are taught together class,form,course grade n a relative position or degree of value in a graded group level,tier grade n the gradient of a slope or road or other surface grade n one-hundredth of a right angle grad grade v assign a rank or rating to rate,rank,range,order,place grade v level to the right gradient grade v assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation score,mark grade v determine the grade of or assign a grade to graded adj arranged in a sequence of grades or ranks ranked,stratified grader n a judge who assigns grades to something gradient n a graded change in the magnitude of some physical quantity or dimension gradient n the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the horizontal slope grading n the act of arranging in a graduated series scaling grading n changing the ground level to a smooth horizontal or gently sloping surface leveling grading n evaluation of performance by assigning a grade or score marking,scoring gradual n (Roman Catholic Church) an antiphon (usually from the Book of Psalms) immediately after the epistle at Mass gradual adj proceeding in small stages sudden gradual adj (of a topographical gradient) not steep or abrupt steep gradually adv in a gradual manner graduate n a person who has received a degree from a school (high school or college or university) alumnus,alumna,alum,grad graduate n a measuring instrument for measuring fluid volume; a glass container (cup or cylinder or flask) whose sides are marked with or divided into graduate v receive an academic degree upon completion of one's studies graduate v confer an academic degree upon graduate v make fine adjustments or divide into marked intervals for optimal measuring calibrate graduate adj of or relating to studies beyond a bachelor's degree postgraduate graduated adj marked with or divided into degrees calibrated graduated adj taking place by degrees graduation n the successful completion of a program of study graduation n an academic exercise in which diplomas are conferred commencement graduation n a line (as on a vessel or ruler) that marks a measurement graduation n the act of arranging in grades gradation graf n German tennis player who won seven women's singles titles at Wimbledon (born in 1969) graffiti n a rude decoration inscribed on rocks or walls graffito graffito n a rude decoration inscribed on rocks or walls graffiti graft n (surgery) tissue or organ transplanted from a donor to a recipient; in some cases the patient can be both donor and recipient transplant graft n the practice of offering something (usually money) in order to gain an illicit advantage bribery graft n the act of grafting something onto something else grafting graft v cause to grow together parts from different plants engraft graft v place the organ of a donor into the body of a recipient transplant grafting n the act of grafting something onto something else graft graham n United States evangelical preacher famous as a mass evangelist (born in 1918) graham n United States dancer and choreographer whose work was noted for its austerity and technical rigor (1893-1991) graham n flour made by grinding the entire wheat berry including the bran; (`whole meal flour' is British usage) grail n the object of any prolonged endeavor grail n (legend) chalice used by Christ at the Last Supper grain n a relatively small granular particle of a substance grain n foodstuff prepared from the starchy grains of cereal grasses cereal grain n the side of leather from which the hair has been removed grain n a weight unit used for pearls or diamonds: 50 mg or 1/4 carat grain v thoroughly work in ingrain grain v paint (a surface) to make it look like stone or wood grain v form into grains granulate grain v become granular granulate grainger n United States composer (born in Australia) who lived in London and collected English folk songs (1882-1961) grainy adj composed of or covered with particles resembling meal in texture or consistency granular,gritty,mealy gram n a metric unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a kilogram gramme,gm,g gram n Danish physician and bacteriologist who developed a method of staining bacteria to distinguish among them (1853-1938) grama n pasture grass of plains of South America and western North America gramma gramma n pasture grass of plains of South America and western North America grama grammar n the branch of linguistics that deals with syntax and morphology (and sometimes also deals with semantics) grammarian n a linguist who specializes in the study of grammar and syntax grammatical adj of or pertaining to grammar grammatical adj conforming to the rules of grammar or usage accepted by native speakers gramme n a metric unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a kilogram gram,gm,g gran n the mother of your father or mother grandma,grandmother,granny,grannie,nan,nanna granada n a city in southeastern Spain that was the capital of the Moorish kingdom until it was captured by Ferdinand and Isabella in 1492; site of th granary n a storehouse for threshed grain or animal feed garner grand n the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 thousand,m,k,g,thou,yard grand n a piano with the strings on a horizontal harp-shaped frame; usually supported by three legs grand adj of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope expansive,heroic grand adj of or befitting a lord august,lordly grand adj ostentatiously rich and superior in quality deluxe,gilded,luxurious,opulent,princely,sumptuous,lush grand adj extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers fantastic,howling,marvelous,marvellous,rattling,terrific,tremendous,wonderful grandad n the father of your father or mother grandfather,granddad,granddaddy,grandpa grandchild n a child of your son or daughter granddad n the father of your father or mother grandfather,grandad,granddaddy,grandpa granddaddy n the father of your father or mother grandfather,granddad,grandad,grandpa granddaughter n a female grandchild grandee n a nobleman of highest rank in Spain or Portugal grandeur n the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand magnificence,brilliance,splendor,splendour grandeur n the quality of elevation of mind and exaltation of character or ideals or conduct nobility,nobleness grandfather n the father of your father or mother granddad,grandad,granddaddy,grandpa grandiloquent adj lofty in style tall grandiloquent adj puffed up with vanity overblown,pompous,pontifical,portentous grandiose adj impressive because of unnecessary largeness or grandeur; used to show disapproval grandiose adj affectedly genteel highfalutin grandly adv in a grand manner grandma n the mother of your father or mother grandmother,granny,grannie,gran,nan,nanna grandmaster n a player of exceptional or world class skill in chess or bridge grandmother n the mother of your father or mother grandma,granny,grannie,gran,nan,nanna grandnephew n a son of your niece or nephew grandpa n the father of your father or mother grandfather,granddad,grandad,granddaddy grandparent n a parent of your father or mother grandson n a male grandchild grandstand n the audience at a stadium or racetrack grandstand n a stand at a racecourse or stadium consisting of tiers with rows of individual seats that are under a protective roof grandstand v perform ostentatiously in order to impress the audience and with an eye to the applause granduncle n an uncle of your father or mother grange n an outlying farm granger n a person who operates a farm farmer,husbandman granicus n the battle in which Alexander won his first major victory against the Persians (334 BC) granite n plutonic igneous rock having visibly crystalline texture; generally composed of feldspar and mica and quartz granite n something having the quality of granite (unyielding firmness) granitic adj showing unfeeling resistance to tender feelings flinty,flint,obdurate,stony granitic adj hard as granite stony grannie n the mother of your father or mother grandma,grandmother,granny,gran,nan,nanna granny n the mother of your father or mother grandma,grandmother,grannie,gran,nan,nanna granny n an old woman granny n a reef knot crossed the wrong way and therefore insecure granola n cereal made of especially rolled oats with dried fruits and nuts and honey or brown sugar grant n any monetary aid grant n the act of providing a subsidy subsidization grant n (law) a transfer of property by deed of conveyance assignment grant n Scottish painter; cousin of Lytton Strachey and member of the Bloomsbury Group (1885-1978) grant v let have allow grant v give as judged due or on the basis of merit award grant v be willing to concede concede,yield grant v allow to have accord,allot granted adj acknowledged as a supposition given grantor n a person who makes a grant in legal form granular adj composed of or covered with particles resembling meal in texture or consistency grainy,gritty,mealy granular adj having a granular structure like that of chondrites granulate v form into grains grain granulate v become granular grain granulate v form granulating tissue granulation n new connective tissue and tiny blood vessels that form on the surfaces of a wound during the healing process granulation n the act of forming something into granules or grains granule n a tiny grain granulocyte n a leukocyte that has granules in its cytoplasm grape n any of various juicy fruit of the genus Vitis with green or purple skins; grow in clusters grape n any of numerous woody vines of genus Vitis bearing clusters of edible berries grapevine grape n a cluster of small projectiles fired together from a cannon to produce a hail of shot grapeshot grapefruit n citrus tree bearing large round edible fruit having a thick yellow rind and juicy somewhat acid pulp grapefruit n large yellow fruit with somewhat acid juicy pulp; usual serving consists of a half grapeshot n a cluster of small projectiles fired together from a cannon to produce a hail of shot grape grapevine n gossip spread by spoken communication pipeline grapevine n any of numerous woody vines of genus Vitis bearing clusters of edible berries grape graph n a visual representation of the relations between certain quantities, represented as points, plotted with reference to a set of axes graph n a visual display of information chart graph n a written symbol that is used to represent speech character graph v represent by means of a graph chart graph v plot upon a graph graphic n an image that is generated by a computer graphic adj written or drawn or engraved graphical graphic adj describing nudity or sexual activity in graphic detail graphic adj of or relating to the graphic arts graphic adj relating to or presented by a graph graphical graphical adj relating to or presented by a graph graphic graphical adj written or drawn or engraved graphic graphically adv in a diagrammatic manner graphically adv with respect to graphic aspects graphically adv in a graphic way graphics n photographs or other visual representations in a printed publication artwork,art graphics n the drawings and photographs in the layout of a book graphite n used as a lubricant and as a moderator in nuclear reactors plumbago graphology n the study of handwriting (especially as an indicator of the writer's character or disposition) grapnel n a tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a rope grapple grapnel n a light anchor for small boats grappa n Italian brandy made from residue of grapes after pressing grapple n a tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a rope grapnel grapple n a dredging bucket with hinges like the shell of a clam clamshell grapple n the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat wrestle,wrestling,grappling grapple v succeed in doing, achieving, or producing (something) with the limited or inadequate means available cope,contend,deal,manage grapple v to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match grip grappling n the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat wrestle,wrestling,grapple grappling n the sport of hand-to-hand struggle between unarmed contestants who try to throw each other down wrestling grasp n understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something appreciation,hold grasp n the limit of capability compass,range,reach grasp n an intellectual hold or understanding grip grasp n the act of grasping clasp,clench,clutch,clutches,grip,hold grasp v hold firmly grasp v get the meaning of something grok,comprehend,savvy,dig,compass,apprehend grasping n understanding with difficulty grasping n the act of gripping something firmly with the hands (or the tentacles) seizing grasping adj immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth covetous,grabby,greedy grass n narrow-leaved green herbage: grown as lawns; used as pasture for grazing animals; cut and dried as hay grass n German writer of novels and poetry and plays (born 1927) grass n a police informer who implicates many people grass n bulky food like grass or hay for browsing or grazing horses or cattle forage,pasture grass v shoot down, of birds grass v cover with grass grass v spread out clothes on the grass to let it dry and bleach grass v cover with grass grasshopper n terrestrial plant-eating insect with hind legs adapted for leaping hopper grasshopper n a cocktail made of creme de menthe and cream (sometimes with creme de cacao) grassland n land where grass or grasslike vegetation grows and is the dominant form of plant life grasslike adj resembling grass grassroots adj fundamental grassroots adj of or involving the common people as constituting a fundamental political and economic group grassy adj abounding in grass grate n a frame of iron bars to hold a fire grating grate n a harsh rasping sound made by scraping something grate n a barrier that has parallel or crossed bars blocking a passage but admitting air grating grate v furnish with a grate grate v gnaw into; make resentful or angry fret,rankle grate v reduce to small shreds or pulverize by rubbing against a rough or sharp perforated surface grate v make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together grind grateful adj feeling or showing gratitude thankful ungrateful grateful adj affording comfort or pleasure gratefully adv with appreciation; in a grateful manner appreciatively gratefully adv in a thankful manner; with thanks thankfully grater n utensil with sharp perforations for shredding foods (as vegetables or cheese) gratification n state of being gratified or satisfied satisfaction gratification n the act or an instance of satisfying gratified adj having received what was desired gratify v make happy or satisfied satisfy gratify v yield (to); give satisfaction to pander,indulge gratifying adj pleasing to the mind or feeling sweet gratifying adj affording satisfaction or pleasure enjoyable,pleasurable grating n a barrier that has parallel or crossed bars blocking a passage but admitting air grate grating n a frame of iron bars to hold a fire grate grating n optical device consisting of a surface with many parallel grooves in it; disperses a beam of light (or other electromagnetic radiation) into grating adj unpleasantly harsh or grating in sound gravelly,raspy,rough,scratchy gratis adj costing nothing complimentary,free,gratuitous gratis adv without payment gratitude n a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation ingratitude gratuitous adj without cause gratuitous adj costing nothing complimentary,free,gratis gratuitous adj unnecessary and unwarranted needless gratuitously adv in an uncalled-for manner gratuity n a relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter) tip,baksheesh gratuity n an award (as for meritorious service) given without claim or obligation grave n death of a person grave n a place for the burial of a corpse (especially beneath the ground and marked by a tombstone) tomb grave n a mark (`) placed above a vowel to indicate pronunciation grave v shape (a material like stone or wood) by whittling away at it sculpt,sculpture grave v carve, cut, or etch into a material or surface scratch,engrave,inscribe grave adj dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises sedate,sober,solemn grave adj causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm dangerous,grievous,serious,severe grave adj of great gravity or crucial import; requiring serious thought grievous,heavy,weighty gravedigger n a person who earns a living by digging graves gravel n rock fragments and pebbles gravel v cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations annoy,rag,bother,irritate,rile,nark,nettle,vex gravel v cover with gravel gravel v be a mystery or bewildering to perplex,vex,stick,get,puzzle,mystify,baffle,beat gravelly adj abounding in small stones gravelly adj unpleasantly harsh or grating in sound grating,raspy,rough,scratchy gravely adv in a grave and sober manner soberly gravely adv to a severe or serious degree badly,severely,seriously graven adj cut into a desired shape sculpted,sculptured graven adj cut or impressed into a surface engraved,etched,incised,inscribed graver n a tool used by an engraver graverobber n someone who steals valuables from graves or crypts graverobber n someone who takes bodies from graves and sells them for anatomical dissection ghoul graves n English writer known for his interest in mythology and in the classics (1895-1985) gravestone n a stone that is used to mark a grave headstone,tombstone graveyard n a tract of land used for burials cemetery,necropolis gravimeter n a measuring instrument for determining the specific gravity of a liquid or solid hydrometer gravimeter n a measuring instrument for measuring variations in the gravitational field of the earth gravimetric adj of or relating to hydrometry gravitas n formality in bearing and appearance dignity gravitate v move toward gravitate v be attracted to gravitate v move due to the pull of gravitation gravitation n (physics) the force of attraction between all masses in the universe; especially the attraction of the earth's mass for bodies near its surf gravity gravitation n movement downward resulting from gravitational attraction levitation gravitation n a figurative movement toward some attraction gravitational adj of or relating to or caused by gravitation gravitationally adv with respect to gravitation graviton n a gauge boson that mediates the (extremely weak) gravitational interactions between particles gravity n (physics) the force of attraction between all masses in the universe; especially the attraction of the earth's mass for bodies near its surf gravitation gravity n a manner that is serious and solemn sobriety gravity n a solemn and dignified feeling solemnity levity gravy n a sauce made by adding stock, flour, or other ingredients to the juice and fat that drips from cooking meats gravy n the seasoned but not thickened juices that drip from cooking meats; often a little water is added gravy n a sudden happening that brings good fortune (as a sudden opportunity to make money) boom,bonanza,godsend,windfall,bunce gray n a neutral achromatic color midway between white and black grey gray n clothing that is a grey color grey gray n any organization or party whose uniforms or badges are grey grey gray n horse of a light gray or whitish color grey gray v make grey grey gray v turn grey grey gray adj of an achromatic color of any lightness intermediate between the extremes of white and black grey,greyish,grayish gray adj showing characteristics of age, especially having grey or white hair grey,grizzly,hoar,hoary gray adj used to signify the Confederate forces in the American Civil War (who wore grey uniforms) grey gray adj intermediate in character or position grey graybeard n a man who is very old methuselah grayish adj of an achromatic color of any lightness intermediate between the extremes of white and black grey,gray,greyish graz n an industrial city is southeastern Austria graze n a superficial abrasion graze n the act of grazing grazing graze v feed as in a meadow or pasture crop,browse,range,pasture graze v break the skin (of a body part) by scraping graze v let feed in a field or pasture or meadow crop,pasture graze v scrape gently crease,rake grazed adj scraped or touched lightly in passing grazier n a rancher who grazes cattle or sheep for market grazing n the act of grazing graze grazing n the act of brushing against while passing shaving,skimming grease n a thick fatty oil (especially one used to lubricate machinery) grease n the state of being covered with unclean things dirt,filth,grime,soil,stain,grunge grease v lubricate with grease greased adj smeared with oil or grease to reduce friction lubricated greasepaint n a greasy substance used as makeup by actors greaser n (ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Mexican descent taco greasewood n low hardy much-branched spiny shrub common in alkaline soils of western America greasy adj containing an unusual amount of grease or oil oily,sebaceous,oleaginous greasy adj smeared or soiled with grease or oil oily great n a person who has achieved distinction and honor in some field great adj relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind great adj of major significance or importance outstanding great adj remarkable or out of the ordinary in degree or magnitude or effect great adj very good bully,corking,cracking,dandy,groovy,keen,neat,nifty greater adj greater in size or importance or degree lesser greatest adj highest in quality sterling,superlative greatly adv to an extraordinary extent or degree greatness n the property possessed by something or someone of outstanding importance or eminence greatness n unusual largeness in size or extent or number vastness,wideness greave n armor plate that protects legs below the knee jambeau greaves n the residue that remains after animal fat has been rendered crackling grebe n small compact-bodied almost completely aquatic bird that builds floating nests; similar to loons but smaller and with lobate rather than web grecian n a native or resident of Greece grecian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Greece or the Greeks or the Greek language greek,hellenic greco n Spanish painter (born in Greece) remembered for his religious works characterized by elongated human forms and dramatic use of color (1541-1 greece n a republic in southeastern Europe on the southern part of the Balkan peninsula; known for grapes and olives and olive oil greece n ancient Greece; a country of city-states (especially Athens and Sparta) that reached its peak in the fifth century BCE greed n excessive desire to acquire or possess more (especially more material wealth) than one needs or deserves greed n reprehensible acquisitiveness; insatiable desire for wealth (personified as one of the deadly sins) avarice,covetousness greedily adv in a greedy manner greedy adj immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth covetous,grabby,grasping greedy adj (often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous avid,devouring greedy adj wanting to eat or drink more than one can reasonably consume greek n the Hellenic branch of the Indo-European family of languages hellenic greek n a native or inhabitant of Greece greek adj of or relating to or characteristic of Greece or the Greeks or the Greek language grecian,hellenic greeley n United States journalist with political ambitions (1811-1872) green n green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass greenness green n a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area park,commons,common green n United States labor leader who was president of the American Federation of Labor from 1924 to 1952 and who led the struggle with the Congres green n an environmentalist who belongs to the Green Party green v turn or become green green adj of the color between blue and yellow in the color spectrum; similar to the color of fresh grass greenish green adj concerned with or supporting or in conformity with the political principles of the Green Party green adj not fully developed or mature; not ripe immature ripe green adj looking pale and unhealthy greenback n a piece of paper money (especially one issued by a central bank) bill,note greenberg n United States linguist who studied the historical relations among 5,000 languages (1916-2001) greene n English novelist and Catholic (1904-1991) greenery n green foliage verdure greengage n sweet green or greenish-yellow variety of plum greenhorn n an awkward and inexperienced youth cub,rookie greenhouse n a building with glass walls and roof; for the cultivation and exhibition of plants under controlled conditions glasshouse greenhouse adj of or relating to or caused by the greenhouse effect greening n the phenomenon of vitality and freshness being restored rejuvenation greenish adj of the color between blue and yellow in the color spectrum; similar to the color of fresh grass green greenland n the largest island in the world; lies between the North Atlantic and the Arctic Ocean; a self-governing province of Denmark greenly adv with green color greenness n the lush appearance of flourishing vegetation verdure greenness n the state of not being ripe greenness n green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass green greenpeace n an international organization that works for environmental conservation and the preservation of endangered species greens n any of various leafy plants or their leaves and stems eaten as vegetables green greensand n an olive-green sandstone containing glauconite greenway n a belt of parks or rural land surrounding a town or city greenwich n a borough of Greater London on the Thames; zero degrees of longitude runs through Greenwich; time is measured relative to Greenwich Mean Tim greenwood n woodlands in full leaf greet v express greetings upon meeting someone recognize,recognise greet v send greetings to greet v react to in a certain way greet v be perceived by greeting n (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting) salutation gregarious adj (of animals) tending to form a group with others of the same species gregarious adj instinctively or temperamentally seeking and enjoying the company of others gregarious adj (of plants) growing in groups that are close together gregorian adj of or relating to Pope Gregory I or to the plainsong chants of the Roman Catholic Church gregorian adj of or relating to Pope Gregory XIII or the calendar he introduced in 1582 gregory n (Roman Catholic Church) a church father known for his constant fight against perceived heresies; a saint and Doctor of the Church (329-391) gregory n Italian pope from 1831 to 1846; conservative in politics and theology; worked to propagate Catholicism in England and the United States (176 gregory n the pope who sponsored the introduction of the modern calendar (1572-1585) gregory n the Italian pope from 1406 to 1415 who worked to end the Great Schism and who retired to make it possible (1327-1417) gremlin n (folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous elf,hob,pixie,brownie,imp grenada n an island state in the West Indies in the southeastern Caribbean Sea; an independent state within the British Commonwealth grenade n a small explosive bomb thrown by hand or fired from a missile grenoble n a city in southeastern France on the Isere River gresham n English financier (1519-1579) gretzky n high-scoring Canadian ice-hockey player (born in 1961) grey n United States writer of western adventure novels (1875-1939) grey n Queen of England for nine days in 1553; she was quickly replaced by Mary Tudor and beheaded for treason (1537-1554) grey n Englishman who as Prime Minister implemented social reforms including the abolition of slavery throughout the British Empire (1764-1845) grey n any organization or party whose uniforms or badges are grey gray grey v make grey gray grey v turn grey gray grey adj of an achromatic color of any lightness intermediate between the extremes of white and black gray,greyish,grayish grey adj showing characteristics of age, especially having grey or white hair gray,grizzly,hoar,hoary grey adj used to signify the Confederate forces in the American Civil War (who wore grey uniforms) gray grey adj intermediate in character or position gray greyhound n a tall slender dog of an ancient breed noted for swiftness and keen sight; used as a racing dog greyish adj of an achromatic color of any lightness intermediate between the extremes of white and black grey,gray,grayish grid n a pattern of regularly spaced horizontal and vertical lines grid n a system of high tension cables by which electrical power is distributed throughout a region grid n a perforated or corrugated metal plate used in a storage battery as a conductor and support for the active material grid n an electrode placed between the cathode and anode of a vacuum tube to control the flow of electrons through the tube griddle n cooking utensil consisting of a flat heated surface (as on top of a stove) on which food is cooked griddle v cook on a griddle gridiron n a cooking utensil of parallel metal bars; used to grill fish or meat grid gridiron n the playing field on which football is played gridlock n a traffic jam so bad that no movement is possible grief n intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death) heartache,heartbreak grief n something that causes great unhappiness sorrow grievance n a resentment strong enough to justify retaliation grudge,score grievance n an allegation that something imposes an illegal obligation or denies some legal right or causes injustice grievance n a complaint about a (real or imaginary) wrong that causes resentment and is grounds for action grieve v feel grief sorrow grieve v cause to feel sorrow aggrieve griever n a person who is feeling grief (as grieving over someone who has died) mourner grieving adj sorrowful through loss or deprivation bereaved,bereft,mourning grievous adj causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm dangerous,grave,serious,severe grievous adj causing or marked by grief or anguish heartbreaking grievous adj of great gravity or crucial import; requiring serious thought grave,heavy,weighty grievous adj shockingly brutal or cruel atrocious,flagitious,monstrous grievously adv in a grievous manner griffin n winged monster with the head of an eagle and the body of a lion griffon griffith n United States film maker who was the first to use flashbacks and fade-outs (1875-1948) griffon n winged monster with the head of an eagle and the body of a lion griffin griffon n breed of various very small compact wiry-coated dogs of Belgian origin having a short bearded muzzle griffon n breed of medium-sized long-headed dogs with downy undercoat and harsh wiry outer coat; originated in Holland but largely developed in France griffon n large vulture of southern Europe and northern Africa having pale plumage with black wings grifter n a person who swindles you by means of deception or fraud swindler,gouger,scammer grill n a restaurant where food is cooked on a grill grill n a framework of metal bars used as a partition or a grate grille grill v cook over or under a grill grill v examine thoroughly grille n small opening (like a window in a door) through which business can be transacted wicket,lattice grille n grating that admits cooling air to car's radiator grille n a framework of metal bars used as a partition or a grate grill grilled adj cooked by radiant heat (as over a grill) broiled grilled adj cooked over an outdoor grill barbecued grilling n cooking by direct exposure to radiant heat (as over a fire or under a grill) broil,broiling grim adj not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty inexorable,relentless,stern,unforgiving,unrelenting grim adj shockingly repellent; inspiring horror ghastly,grisly,gruesome,macabre,sick grim adj harshly ironic or sinister black,mordant grim adj harshly uninviting or formidable in manner or appearance dour,forbidding grimace n a contorted facial expression face grimace v contort the face to indicate a certain mental or emotional state grime n the state of being covered with unclean things dirt,filth,soil,stain,grease,grunge grime v make soiled, filthy, or dirty dirty,soil,begrime,colly,bemire grimly adv in a grim implacable manner grimm n the younger of the two Grimm brothers remembered best for their fairy stories (1786-1859) grimm n the older of the two Grimm brothers remembered best for their fairy stories; also author of Grimm's law describing consonant changes in Germ grimness n the quality of being ghastly ghastliness grimness n something hard to endure asperity,hardship,rigor,severity grimoire n a manual of black magic (for invoking spirits and demons) grimy adj thickly covered with ingrained dirt or soot dingy,grubby,raunchy grin n a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement smile,smiling,grinning grin v to draw back the lips and reveal the teeth, in a smile, grimace, or snarl grind n an insignificant student who is ridiculed as being affected or boringly studious swot,nerd,dweeb grind n the grade of particle fineness to which a substance is ground grind n hard monotonous routine work drudgery,plodding grind n the act of grinding to a powder or dust mill grind v press or grind with a crushing noise crunch grind v make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together grate grind v work hard labor,labour,toil,travail,drudge,dig,moil grind v dance by rotating the pelvis in an erotically suggestive way, often while in contact with one's partner such that the dancers' legs are inte grinder n a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condimen bomber,hero,hoagie,sub,submarine,torpedo,wedge grinder n grinding tooth with a broad crown; located behind the premolars molar grinder n machinery that processes materials by grinding or crushing mill grinder n a machine tool that polishes metal grinding n material resulting from the process of grinding grinding n a harsh and strident sound (as of the grinding of gears) grinding n the wearing down of rock particles by friction due to water or wind or ice abrasion,attrition grindle n primitive long-bodied carnivorous freshwater fish with a very long dorsal fin; found in sluggish waters of North America bowfin,dogfish grindstone n a revolving stone shaped like a disk; used to grind or sharpen or polish edge tools gringo n a Latin American (disparaging) term for foreigners (especially Americans and Englishmen) grinning n a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement smile,smiling,grin grip n the act of grasping clasp,clench,clutch,clutches,grasp,hold grip n the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it handle,hold grip n a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes bag,suitcase grip n the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road) traction grip v hold fast or firmly grip v to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match grapple grip v to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe fascinate,transfix gripe n informal terms for objecting kick,beef,bitch,squawk gripe v complain bitch,grouse,crab,beef,squawk,bellyache,holler gripes n acute abdominal pain (especially in infants) colic,griping griping n acute abdominal pain (especially in infants) colic,gripes grippe n an acute febrile highly contagious viral disease influenza,flu gripping adj capable of arousing and holding the attention absorbing,engrossing,fascinating,riveting grisly adj shockingly repellent; inspiring horror ghastly,grim,gruesome,macabre,sick grist n grain intended to be or that has been ground gristle n tough elastic tissue; mostly converted to bone in adults cartilage grit n a hard coarse-grained siliceous sandstone grit n fortitude and determination backbone,guts,moxie,sand,gumption grit v cover with a grit grit v clench together grits n coarsely ground hulled corn boiled as a breakfast dish in the southern United States gritty adj composed of or covered with particles resembling meal in texture or consistency grainy,granular,mealy gritty adj willing to face danger game,mettlesome,spirited,spunky grizzle n a grey wig grizzle v be in a huff; be silent or sullen brood,stew grizzle v complain whiningly whine,yammer,yawp grizzled adj having dark hairs mixed with grey or white grizzly n powerful brownish-yellow bear of the uplands of western North America grizzly adj showing characteristics of age, especially having grey or white hair grey,gray,hoar,hoary groan n an utterance expressing pain or disapproval moan groan v indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure moan groaner n a person who groans groat n a former English silver coin worth four pennies grocer n a retail merchant who sells foodstuffs (and some household supplies) grocery n a marketplace where groceries are sold market grocery n (usually plural) consumer goods sold by a grocer foodstuff grog n rum cut with water groggy adj stunned or confused and slow to react (as from blows or drunkenness or exhaustion) dazed,foggy grogram n a coarse fabric of silk mixed with wool or mohair and often stiffened with gum groin n the crease at the junction of the inner part of the thigh with the trunk together with the adjacent region and often including the external groin n a curved edge formed by two intersecting vaults groin n a protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away breakwater,groyne,mole,bulwark,jetty groin v build with groins grok v get the meaning of something comprehend,savvy,dig,grasp,compass,apprehend groom n a man participant in his own marriage ceremony bridegroom groom n someone employed in a stable to take care of the horses hostler,ostler groom n a man who has recently been married bridegroom groom v educate for a future role or function prepare,train groom v give a neat appearance to dress,curry groom v care for one's external appearance neaten groomed adj neat and smart in appearance; well cared for grooming n activity leading to skilled behavior training,preparation grooming n the activity of getting dressed; putting on clothes dressing groove n a long narrow furrow cut either by a natural process (such as erosion) or by a tool (as e.g. a groove in a phonograph record) channel groove n a settled and monotonous routine that is hard to escape rut groove n (anatomy) any furrow or channel on a bodily structure or part vallecula groove v make a groove in, or provide with a groove groove v hollow out in the form of a furrow or groove furrow,rut groover n a device that makes grooves by cutting or punching groovy adj very good bully,corking,cracking,dandy,great,keen,neat,nifty groovy adj (British informal) very chic swagger grope n the act of groping; and instance of groping grope v feel about uncertainly or blindly fumble grope v search blindly or uncertainly grope v fondle for sexual pleasure groping adj acting with uncertainty or hesitance or lack of confidence grosbeak n any of various finches of Europe or America having a massive and powerful bill gross n twelve dozen gross n the entire amount of income before any deductions are made revenue,receipts gross v earn before taxes, expenses, etc. gross adj before any deductions net gross adj lacking fine distinctions or detail gross adj repellently fat gross adj visible to the naked eye (especially of rocks and anatomical features) grossly adv in a gross manner grosz n 100 groszy equal 1 zloty in Poland grot n a small cave (usually with attractive features) grotto grotesque n art characterized by an incongruous mixture of parts of humans and animals interwoven with plants grotesque adj distorted and unnatural in shape or size; abnormal and hideous monstrous grotesque adj ludicrously odd antic,fantastic,fantastical grotesquely adv in a grotesque manner grotto n a small cave (usually with attractive features) grot grouch n a bad-tempered person grump,crank,churl grouch v show one's unhappiness or critical attitude grumble,scold groucho n United States comedian; one of four brothers who made motion pictures together (1890-1977) marx grouchy adj annoyed and irritable crabbed,crabby,cross,fussy,grumpy ground n the solid part of the earth's surface land,earth ground n a rational motive for a belief or action reason ground n the loose soft material that makes up a large part of the land surface earth ground n a relation that provides the foundation for something footing,basis ground v fix firmly and stably anchor ground v confine or restrict to the ground ground v place or put on the ground ground v instruct someone in the fundamentals of a subject groundbreaking n the ceremonial breaking of the ground to formally begin a construction project groundbreaking adj being or producing something like nothing done or experienced or created before innovative grounder n (baseball) a hit that travels along the ground hopper groundhog n reddish brown North American marmot woodchuck grounding n education or instruction in the fundamentals of a field of knowledge foundation grounding n fastening electrical equipment to earth earthing groundless adj without a basis in reason or fact baseless,idle,unfounded,unwarranted,wild groundling n in Elizabethan theater: a playgoer in the cheap standing section groundnut n a North American vine with fragrant blossoms and edible tubers; important food crop of Native Americans groundnut n nutlike tuber; important food of Native Americans groundnut n pod of the peanut vine containing usually 2 nuts or seeds; `groundnut' and `monkey nut' are British terms peanut,earthnut,goober grounds n your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief evidence grounds n the enclosed land around a house or other building yard grounds n a tract of land cleared for some special purposes (recreation or burial etc.) grounds n a justification for something existing or happening cause,reason groundsel n Eurasian weed with heads of small yellow flowers groundskeeper n someone who maintains the grounds (of an estate or park or athletic field) groundsman groundsman n someone who maintains the grounds (of an estate or park or athletic field) groundskeeper groundwork n the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained basis,base,foundation,fundament,cornerstone groundwork n lowest support of a structure foundation,base,fundament,foot groundwork n preliminary preparation as a basis or foundation group n any number of entities (members) considered as a unit grouping group n (chemistry) two or more atoms bound together as a single unit and forming part of a molecule radical group n a set that is closed, associative, has an identity element and every element has an inverse group v arrange into a group or groups group v form a group or group together grouped adj arranged into groups sorted grouper n flesh of a saltwater fish similar to sea bass grouper n usually solitary bottom sea basses of warm seas groupie n an enthusiastic young fan (especially a young woman who follows rock groups around) grouping n any number of entities (members) considered as a unit group grouping n the activity of putting things together in groups grouping n a system for classifying things into groups grouse n flesh of any of various grouse of the family Tetraonidae; usually roasted; flesh too dry to broil grouse n popular game bird having a plump body and feathered legs and feet grouse v hunt grouse grouse v complain gripe,bitch,crab,beef,squawk,bellyache,holler grout n a thin mortar that can be poured and used to fill cracks in masonry or brickwork grout v bind with grout grove n a small growth of trees without underbrush grove n garden consisting of a small cultivated wood without undergrowth orchard,plantation grovel v show submission or fear fawn,crawl,creep,cringe,cower groveling adj totally submissive cringing,wormlike groves n United States general who served as military director of the atomic bomb project (1896-1970) grow v pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become turn grow v become larger, greater, or bigger; expand or gain grow v increase in size by natural process grow v cause to grow or develop grower n someone concerned with the science or art or business of cultivating the soil agriculturalist,raiser growing n (biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changin growth,maturation,development,ontogeny growing n (electronics) the production of (semiconductor) crystals by slow crystallization from the molten state growing adj relating to or suitable for growth growl n the sound of growling (as made by animals) growling growl v to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds grumble,rumble growler n a speaker whose voice sounds like a growl growler n a small iceberg or ice floe just large enough to be hazardous for shipping growling n a gruff or angry utterance (suggestive of the growling of an animal) growling n the sound of growling (as made by animals) growl grown adj (of animals) fully developed adult,big,grownup grownup n a fully developed person from maturity onward adult grownup adj (of animals) fully developed adult,big,grown growth n (biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changin growing,maturation,development,ontogeny growth n a progression from simpler to more complex forms growth n a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important increase,increment growth n vegetation that has grown groyne n a protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away breakwater,groin,mole,bulwark,jetty grub n informal terms for a meal chow,chuck,eats grub n a soft thick wormlike larva of certain beetles and other insects grub v ask for and get free; be a parasite mooch,bum,cadge,sponge grub v search about busily grubby n small sculpin of the coast of New England grubby adj infested with grubs grubby adj thickly covered with ingrained dirt or soot dingy,grimy,raunchy grudge n a resentment strong enough to justify retaliation score,grievance grudge v bear a grudge; harbor ill feelings stew grudge v accept or admit unwillingly grudging adj of especially an attitude grudging adj petty or reluctant in giving or spending grudgingly adv in a grudging manner gruel n a thin porridge (usually oatmeal or cornmeal) grueling adj characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort arduous,backbreaking,gruelling,hard,heavy,laborious,punishing gruelling adj characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort arduous,backbreaking,grueling,hard,heavy,laborious,punishing gruesome adj shockingly repellent; inspiring horror ghastly,grim,grisly,macabre,sick gruff adj brusque and surly and forbidding crusty gruff adj deep and harsh sounding as if from shouting or illness or emotion hoarse,husky gruffly adv in a gruff manner grumble n a loud low dull continuous noise rumble,rumbling,grumbling grumble n a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone grumbling,murmur,murmuring,mutter,muttering grumble v show one's unhappiness or critical attitude grouch,scold grumble v make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath murmur,mutter,croak,gnarl grumble v to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds growl,rumble grumble v make a low noise rumble grumbling n a loud low dull continuous noise rumble,rumbling,grumble grumbling n a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone grumble,murmur,murmuring,mutter,muttering grumbling adj continuous full and low-pitched throbbing sound rumbling grume n a thick viscous liquid grume n a semisolid mass of coagulated red and white blood cells grump n a bad-tempered person grouch,crank,churl grumpiness n a fussy and eccentric disposition contrariness grumpy adj annoyed and irritable crabbed,crabby,cross,fussy,grouchy grunge n the state of being covered with unclean things dirt,filth,grime,soil,stain,grease grunt n the short low gruff noise of the kind made by hogs oink grunt n an unskilled or low-ranking soldier or other worker grunt n medium-sized tropical marine food fishes that utter grunting sounds when caught grunt v issue a grunting, low, animal-like noise grunter n a person who grunts grunter n domestic swine hog,pig,squealer gu n the largest and southernmost island in the Marianas which is administered as a territory of the United States; it was ceded by Spain to the guam gu adj of or related to the genital and urinary organs or their functions guacamole n a dip made of mashed avocado mixed with chopped onions and other seasonings guadalajara n a city in southwestern Mexico; a popular health resort and site of architecture from the Spanish colonial era guadalcanal n a mountainous island; the largest of the Solomon Islands in the independent state that is a member of the British Commonwealth guadalcanal n a battle in World War II in the Pacific (1942-1943); the island was occupied by the Japanese and later recaptured by American forces guam n the largest and southernmost island in the Marianas which is administered as a territory of the United States; it was ceded by Spain to the gu guan n any of several large turkey-like game birds of the family Cracidae; native to jungles of tropical America; resembling the curassows and valu guanaco n wild llama guangdong n a province in southern China kwangtung guangzhou n a city on the Zhu Jiang delta in southern China; the capital of Guangdong province and a major deep-water port kwangchow,canton guanine n a purine base found in DNA and RNA; pairs with cytosine g guano n the excrement of sea birds; used as fertilizer guanosine n a nucleoside component of DNA; composed of guanine and deoxyribose guantanamo n a city in southeastern Cuba; site of a United States naval base guarani n the basic unit of money in Paraguay; equal to 100 centimos guarani n a member of the South American people living in Paraguay and Bolivia guarani n the language spoken by the Guarani of Paraguay and Bolivia guarantee n a written assurance that some product or service will be provided or will meet certain specifications warrant,warranty guarantee n an unconditional commitment that something will happen or that something is true guarantee n a collateral agreement to answer for the debt of another in case that person defaults guaranty guarantee v give surety or assume responsibility vouch guarantee v make certain of ensure,insure,assure,secure guarantee v promise to do or accomplish undertake guarantee v stand behind and guarantee the quality, accuracy, or condition of warrant guarantor n one who provides a warrant or guarantee to another surety guaranty n a collateral agreement to answer for the debt of another in case that person defaults guarantee guard n a person who keeps watch over something or someone guard n the person who plays that position on a football team guard n a device designed to prevent injury or accidents safety guard n a posture of defence in boxing or fencing guard v to keep watch over guard v watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect ward guard v protect against a challenge or attack defend,hold guard v take precautions in order to avoid some unwanted consequence guardant adj looking forward guarded adj prudent restrained guardedly adv in a conservative manner conservatively,cautiously guardhouse n a military facility that serves as the headquarters for military police and in which military prisoners can be detained guardian n a person who cares for persons or property defender,protector,shielder guardianship n attention and management implying responsibility for safety care,charge,tutelage guardianship n the responsibility of a guardian or keeper keeping,safekeeping guardrail n a railing placed alongside a stairway or road for safety guardroom n a cell in which soldiers who are prisoners are confined guardroom n a room used by soldiers on guard guardsman n a soldier who is a member of a unit called `the guard' or `guards' guarneri n Italian violin maker and grandson of Andrea Guarneri (1687?-1745) guarnieri guarneri n founder of a family of Italian violin makers (1626?-1698) guarnieri guarnieri n Italian violin maker and grandson of Andrea Guarneri (1687?-1745) guarneri guarnieri n founder of a family of Italian violin makers (1626?-1698) guarneri guatemala n a republic in Central America; achieved independence from Spain in 1821; noted for low per capita income and illiteracy; politically unstabl guatemalan n a native or inhabitant of Guatemala guatemalan adj of or relating to or characteristic of Guatemala or its residents guava n small tropical shrubby tree bearing small yellowish fruit guava n small tropical American shrubby tree; widely cultivated in warm regions for its sweet globular yellow fruit guava n tropical fruit having yellow skin and pink pulp; eaten fresh or used for e.g. jellies gubernatorial adj relating to a governor gudgeon n small spiny-finned fish of coastal or brackish waters having a large head and elongated tapering body having the ventral fins modified as a gudgeon n small slender European freshwater fish often used as bait by anglers guenon n small slender African monkey having long hind limbs and tail and long hair around the face guerdon n a reward or payment guereza n a colobus monkey with a reddish brown coat and white silky fringes down both sides of the body guerilla n a member of an irregular armed force that fights a stronger force by sabotage and harassment guerrilla,irregular,insurgent guernsey n a Channel Island to the northwest of Jersey guernsey n breed of dairy cattle from the island of Guernsey guerrilla n a member of an irregular armed force that fights a stronger force by sabotage and harassment guerilla,irregular,insurgent guess n a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence conjecture,supposition,surmise,speculation,hypothesis guess n an estimate based on little or no information guesswork,guessing,shot guess v expect, believe, or suppose think,opine,suppose,imagine,reckon guess v put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation venture,pretend,hazard guess v judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) estimate,gauge,approximate,judge guess v guess correctly; solve by guessing infer guesser n a person who guesses guessing n an estimate based on little or no information guess,guesswork,shot guesswork n an estimate based on little or no information guess,guessing,shot guest n a visitor to whom hospitality is extended invitee guest n United States journalist (born in England) noted for his syndicated homey verse (1881-1959) guest n a customer of a hotel or restaurant etc. guest n (computer science) any computer that is hooked up to a computer network node,client guesthouse n a house separate from the main house; for housing guests guevara n an Argentine revolutionary leader who was Fidel Castro's chief lieutenant in the Cuban revolution; active in other Latin American countries; guff n unacceptable behavior (especially ludicrously false statements) bunk,bunkum,rot,hogwash guffaw n a burst of deep loud hearty laughter guffaw v laugh boisterously guggenheim n United States philanthropist; son of Meyer Guggenheim who created several foundations to support the arts (1861-1949) guggenheim n United States industrialist (born in Switzerland) who with his sons established vast mining and metal processing companies (1828-1905) guggle v flow in an irregular current with a bubbling noise ripple,babble,burble,bubble,gurgle guggle v make a sound like a liquid that is being poured from a bottle guggle v drink from a flask with a gurgling sound gurgle gui n a user interface based on graphics (icons and pictures and menus) instead of text; uses a mouse as well as a keyboard as an input device guiana n a geographical region of northeastern South America including Guyana and Surinam guidance n something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action counsel,counseling,direction guidance n the act of guiding or showing the way steering guidance n the act of setting and holding a course steering,direction guide n someone employed to conduct others usher guide n someone who shows the way by leading or advising guide n something that offers basic information or instruction guidebook guide n a model or standard for making comparisons template,templet guide v direct the course; determine the direction of travelling steer,maneuver,manoeuvre,direct,point,head guide v take somebody somewhere lead,take,direct,conduct guide v be a guiding or motivating force or drive steer guide v use as a guide guidebook n something that offers basic information or instruction guide guided adj subject to guidance or control especially after launching guideline n a light line that is used in lettering to help align the letters guideline n a detailed plan or explanation to guide you in setting standards or determining a course of action guideline n a rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior guidepost guidepost n a rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior guideline guidepost n a post bearing a sign that gives directions or shows the way signpost guiding adj exerting control or influence guiding adj showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on directing,directional,directive guild n a formal association of people with similar interests club,society,gild,lodge,order guilder n the basic unit of money in Suriname; equal to 100 cents florin guilder n formerly the basic unit of money in the Netherlands; equal to 100 cents florin guildhall n the hall of a guild or corporation guile n shrewdness as demonstrated by being skilled in deception craft,cunning,slyness guile n the quality of being crafty guile n the use of tricks to deceive someone (usually to extract money from them) trickery,chicanery,chicane,wile,shenanigan guileless adj free of deceit transparent guillotine n closure imposed on the debate of specific sections of a bill guillotine n instrument of execution that consists of a weighted blade between two vertical poles; used for beheading people guillotine v kill by cutting the head off with a guillotine guilt n the state of having committed an offense innocence guilt n remorse caused by feeling responsible for some offense guiltless adj free from evil or guilt innocent guilty adj responsible for or chargeable with a reprehensible act innocent guilty adj showing a sense of guilt shamefaced,shamed guimpe n a piece of starched cloth covering the shoulders of a nun's habit guimpe n a short blouse with sleeves that is worn under a jumper or pinafore dress guinea n a former British gold coin worth 21 shillings guinea n (ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Italian descent guinea n a republic in western Africa on the Atlantic; formerly a French colony; achieved independence from France in 1958 guinea n a west African bird having dark plumage mottled with white; native to Africa but raised for food in many parts of the world guinevere n (Arthurian legend) wife of King Arthur; in some versions of the legend she became Lancelot's lover and that led to the end of the Knights of guinness n English stage and screen actor noted for versatility (1914-2000) guinness n a kind of bitter stout guise n an artful or simulated semblance pretense,pretence,pretext guitar n a stringed instrument usually having six strings; played by strumming or plucking guitarfish n primitive tropical bottom-dwelling ray with a guitar-shaped body guitarist n a musician who plays the guitar gujarat n an industrialized state in western India that includes parts of Bombay gujarati n a member of the people of Gujarat gujarati n the Indic language spoken by the people of India who live in Gujarat in western India gula n the Babylonian goddess of healing and consort of Ninurta gula n eating to excess (personified as one of the deadly sins) gluttony,overeating gulag n a Russian prison camp for political prisoners gulch n a narrow gorge with a stream running through it flume gulf n an arm of a sea or ocean partly enclosed by land; larger than a bay gulf n an unbridgeable disparity (as from a failure of understanding) disconnect,disconnection gulf n a deep wide chasm gull n a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of chump,fool,mark,patsy,sucker,mug gull n mostly white aquatic bird having long pointed wings and short legs seagull gull v make a fool or dupe of fool gull v fool or hoax dupe,slang,cod,fool gullet n the passage between the pharynx and the stomach esophagus,gorge gullibility n tendency to believe too readily and therefore to be easily deceived credulousness gullible adj naive and easily deceived or tricked green gullible adj easily tricked because of being too trusting gulliver n a fictional Englishman who travels to the imaginary land of Lilliput in a satirical novel by Jonathan Swift gully n deep ditch cut by running water (especially after a prolonged downpour) gulp n a large and hurried swallow draft,draught,swig gulp n a spasmodic reflex of the throat made as if in swallowing gulping gulp v to swallow hurriedly or greedily or in one draught quaff,swig gulp v utter or make a noise, as when swallowing too quickly gulping n a spasmodic reflex of the throat made as if in swallowing gulp gulping n the drinking of large mouthfuls rapidly swilling,guzzling gum n a preparation (usually made of sweetened chicle) for chewing gum n the tissue (covered by mucous membrane) of the jaws that surrounds the bases of the teeth gum n any of various substances (soluble in water) that exude from certain plants; they are gelatinous when moist but harden on drying gum n cement consisting of a sticky substance that is used as an adhesive glue gum v cover, fill, fix or smear with or as if with gum gum v grind with the gums; chew without teeth and with great difficulty mumble gum v become sticky gum v exude or form gum gumbo n any of various fine-grained silty soils that become waxy and very sticky mud when saturated with water gumbo n tall coarse annual of Old World tropics widely cultivated in southern United States and West Indies for its long mucilaginous green pods use okra gumbo n long mucilaginous green pods; may be simmered or sauteed but used especially in soups and stews okra gumbo n a soup or stew thickened with okra pods gumdrop n a jellied candy coated with sugar crystals gummed adj covered with adhesive gum gummy gumming n ineffectual chewing (as if without teeth) mumbling gummy adj having the sticky properties of an adhesive pasty,sticky,viscid,viscous gummy adj covered with adhesive gum gummed gumption n sound practical judgment sense gumption n fortitude and determination backbone,grit,guts,moxie,sand gumshoe n someone who is a detective dick gumshoe n a waterproof overshoe that protects shoes from water or snow arctic,galosh,rubber gun n a weapon that discharges a missile at high velocity (especially from a metal tube or barrel) gun n large but transportable armament artillery,ordnance gun n a person who shoots a gun (as regards their ability) gunman gun n a professional killer who uses a gun gunman,gunslinger,hitman,torpedo,shooter gun v shoot with a gun gunboat n a small shallow-draft boat carrying mounted guns; used by costal patrols guncotton n a nitric acid ester; used in lacquers and explosives nitrocellulose gunfight n a fight involving shooting small arms with the intent to kill or frighten gunplay,shootout gunfire n the act of shooting a gun gunshot gunflint n the piece of flint that provides the igniting spark in a flintlock weapon gunk n any thick, viscous matter sludge,slime,goo,goop,muck,ooze gunman n a professional killer who uses a gun gunslinger,gun,hitman,torpedo,shooter gunman n a person who shoots a gun (as regards their ability) gun gunmetal n a type of bronze used for parts subject to wear or corrosion (especially corrosion by sea water) gunnel n wale at the top of the side of boat; topmost planking of a wooden vessel gunwale gunnel n small eellike fishes common in shallow waters of the northern Atlantic gunner n a serviceman in the artillery gunnery n guns collectively gunny n coarse jute fabric burlap gunplay n a fight involving shooting small arms with the intent to kill or frighten gunfight,shootout gunpoint n the gun muzzle's direction point gunpowder n a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks powder gunrunner n a smuggler of guns gunshot n the act of shooting a gun gunfire gunslinger n a professional killer who uses a gun gunman,gun,hitman,torpedo,shooter gunsmith n someone who makes or repairs guns gunwale n wale at the top of the side of boat; topmost planking of a wooden vessel gunnel guomindang n the political party founded in 1911 by Sun Yat-sen; it governed China under Chiang Kai-shek from 1928 until 1949 when the Communists took po kuomintang guppy n small freshwater fish of South America and the West Indies; often kept in aquariums gurgle n the bubbling sound of water flowing from a bottle with a narrow neck gurgle v flow in an irregular current with a bubbling noise ripple,babble,guggle,burble,bubble gurgle v make sounds similar to gurgling water gurgle v drink from a flask with a gurgling sound guggle gurgle v utter with a gurgling sound gurnard n bottom-dwelling coastal fishes with spiny armored heads and fingerlike pectoral fins used for crawling along the sea bottom gurney n a metal stretcher with wheels guru n a Hindu or Buddhist religious leader and spiritual teacher guru n each of the first ten leaders of the Sikh religion guru n a recognized leader in some field or of some movement gush n a sudden rapid flow (as of water) flush,outpouring gush n an unrestrained expression of emotion outburst,blowup gush v gush forth in a sudden stream or jet spurt,spout gush v praise enthusiastically rave gush v issue in a jet; come out in a jet; stream or spring forth jet gusher n an oil well with a strong natural flow so that pumping is not necessary gushing adj flowing profusely pouring gushing adj uttered with unrestrained enthusiasm burbling,effusive gushing adj extravagantly demonstrative effusive gusset n a piece of chain mail covering a place unprotected by armor plate voider gusset n a metal plate used to strengthen a joist gusset n a piece of material used to strengthen or enlarge a garment inset gust n a strong current of air blast,blow gustavus n the last king of Sweden to have any real political power (1882-1973) gustavus n king of Sweden who kept Sweden neutral during both World War I and II (1858-1950) gustavus n king of Sweden whose losses to Napoleon I led to his being deposed in 1809 (1778-1837) gustavus n king of Sweden who increased the royal power and waged an unpopular war against Russia (1746-1792) gusto n vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment relish,zest gusty adj blowing in puffs or short intermittent blasts puffy gut n the part of the alimentary canal between the stomach and the anus intestine,bowel gut n a narrow channel or strait gut n a strong cord made from the intestines of sheep and used in surgery catgut gut v empty completely; destroy the inside of gut v remove the guts of gutenberg n German printer who was the first in Europe to print using movable type and the first to use a press (1400-1468) guthrie n United States folk singer and songwriter (1912-1967) gutless adj lacking courage or vitality gutsy gutless adj weak in willpower, courage or vitality spineless guts n fortitude and determination backbone,grit,moxie,sand,gumption gutsy adj marked by courage and determination in the face of difficulties or danger; robust and uninhibited plucky gutless gutter n a channel along the eaves or on the roof; collects and carries away rainwater trough gutter n misfortune resulting in lost effort or money sewer,toilet gutter n a worker who guts things (fish or buildings or cars etc.) gutter n a tool for gutting fish gutter v burn unsteadily, feebly, or low; flicker gutter v flow in small streams gutter v wear or cut gutters into gutter v provide with gutters guttersnipe n a child who spends most of his time in the streets especially in slum areas guttle v eat greedily devour,raven,pig guttural n a consonant articulated in the back of the mouth or throat pharyngeal guttural adj like the sounds of frogs and crows guttural adj relating to or articulated in the throat guy n an informal term for a youth or man cat,hombre,bozo,sod guy n an effigy of Guy Fawkes that is burned on a bonfire on Guy Fawkes Day guy n a cable, wire, or rope that is used to brace something (especially a tent) guy v subject to laughter or ridicule ridicule,roast,blackguard,rib guy v steady or support with a guy wire or cable guzzle v drink greedily or as if with great thirst guzzler n someone who drinks heavily (especially alcoholic beverages) guzzler n a drinker who swallows large amounts greedily guzzling n the drinking of large mouthfuls rapidly gulping,swilling gybe v shift from one side of the ship to the other jibe,jib gym n athletic facility equipped for sports or physical training gymnasium gymnasium n a school for students intermediate between elementary school and college; usually grades 9 to 12 gymnasium n athletic facility equipped for sports or physical training gym gymnast n an athlete who is skilled in gymnastics gymnastic adj vigorously active acrobatic,athletic gymnastic adj of or relating to or used in exercises intended to develop strength and agility gymnastics n a sport that involves exercises intended to display strength and balance and agility gynaecologist n a specialist in gynecology gynecologist gynecologic adj of or relating to or practicing gynecology gynecological gynecological adj of or relating to or practicing gynecology gynecologic gynecologist n a specialist in gynecology gynaecologist gynecology n the branch of medicine that deals with the diseases and hygiene of women gypsum n a common white or colorless mineral (hydrated calcium sulphate) used to make cements and plasters (especially plaster of Paris) gyrate v to wind or move in a spiral course spiral,coil gyrate v revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis spin,whirl,reel gyration n a single complete turn (axial or orbital) rotation,revolution gyration n the act of rotating in a circle or spiral whirling gyre n a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals) coil,whorl,roll,curl,curlicue,ringlet,scroll gyro n a Greek sandwich: sliced roast lamb with onion and tomato stuffed into pita bread gyro n rotating mechanism in the form of a universally mounted spinning wheel that offers resistance to turns in any direction gyroscope gyrocompass n a compass that does not depend on magnetism but uses a gyroscope instead gyroplane n an aircraft that is supported in flight by unpowered rotating horizontal wings (or blades); forward propulsion is provided by a conventional gyroscope n rotating mechanism in the form of a universally mounted spinning wheel that offers resistance to turns in any direction gyro gyroscopic adj having the characteristics of a gyroscope gyrus n a convex fold or elevation in the surface of the brain convolution h n a nonmetallic univalent element that is normally a colorless and odorless highly flammable diatomic gas; the simplest and lightest and most hydrogen h n a unit of inductance in which an induced electromotive force of one volt is produced when the current is varied at the rate of one ampere pe henry h n the constant of proportionality relating the energy of a photon to its frequency; approximately 6.626 x 10^-34 joule-second h n the 8th letter of the Roman alphabet ha n (astronomy) the angular distance of a celestial point measured westward along the celestial equator from the zenith crossing; the right asce habakkuk n a Hebrew minor prophet habakkuk n an Old Testament book telling Habakkuk's prophecies haber n German chemist noted for the synthetic production of ammonia from the nitrogen in air (1868-1934) haberdashery n a store where men's clothes are sold haberdashery n the drygoods sold by a haberdasher habergeon n (Middle Ages) a light sleeveless coat of chain mail worn under the hauberk habit n an established custom wont habit n (psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition use habit n a distinctive attire worn by a member of a religious order habit n the general form or mode of growth (especially of a plant or crystal) habit v put a habit on habitable adj fit for habitation inhabitable habitant n a person who inhabits a particular place inhabitant,dweller,denizen habitat n the type of environment in which an organism or group normally lives or occurs habitation n the native habitat or home of an animal or plant habitation n housing that someone is living in dwelling,home,domicile,abode habitation n the act of dwelling in or living permanently in a place (said of both animals and men) inhabitation habitual adj commonly used or practiced; usual accustomed,customary,wonted habitually adv according to habit or custom hacienda n a large estate in Spanish-speaking countries hacienda n the main house on a ranch or large estate hack n one who works hard at boring tasks drudge,hacker hack n a politician who belongs to a small clique that controls a political party for private rather than public ends hack n a mediocre and disdained writer hack n a tool (as a hoe or pick or mattock) used for breaking up the surface of the soil hack v cut with a hacking tool chop hack v be able to manage or manage successfully cut hack v cut away hack v kick on the arms hackamore n rope or canvas headgear for a horse, with a rope for leading halter hackberry n any of various trees of the genus Celtis having inconspicuous flowers and small berrylike fruits hackberry n small edible dark purple to black berry with large pits; southern United States hacker n someone who plays golf poorly hacker n a programmer for whom computing is its own reward; may enjoy the challenge of breaking into other computers but does no harm hacker n one who works hard at boring tasks hack,drudge hackle n long slender feather on the necks of e.g. turkeys and pheasants hackle v comb with a heckle heckle,hatchel hackles n a feeling of anger and animosity dander hackmatack n poplar of northeastern North America with broad heart-shaped leaves hackney n a carriage for hire hackney n a compact breed of harness horse hackneyed adj repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse banal,commonplace,shopworn,stock,threadbare,timeworn,tired,trite hacksaw n saw used with one hand for cutting metal hadal adj relating to the deepest parts of the ocean (below 6000 meters) haddock n lean white flesh of fish similar to but smaller than cod; usually baked or poached or as fillets sauteed or fried haddock n important food fish on both sides of the Atlantic; related to cod but usually smaller hades n (Greek mythology) the god of the underworld in ancient mythology; brother of Zeus and husband of Persephone aides hades n (religion) the world of the dead hell,netherworld,underworld hadrian n Roman Emperor who was the adoptive son of Trajan; travelled throughout his empire to strengthen its frontiers and encourage learning and arc adrian hadron n any elementary particle that interacts strongly with other particles haeckel n German biologist and philosopher; advocated Darwinism and formulated the theory of recapitulation; was an exponent of materialistic monism ( haemal adj relating to the blood vessels or blood haemorrhage n the flow of blood from a ruptured blood vessel bleeding,hemorrhage hafnium n a grey tetravalent metallic element that resembles zirconium chemically and is found in zirconium minerals; used in filaments for its ready haft n the handle of a weapon or tool helve haftarah n a short selection from the Prophets read on every Sabbath in a Jewish synagogue following a reading from the Torah hag n an ugly evil-looking old woman beldame,witch,crone hag n eellike cyclostome having a tongue with horny teeth in a round mouth surrounded by eight tentacles; feeds on dead or trapped fishes by borin hagfish hagfish n eellike cyclostome having a tongue with horny teeth in a round mouth surrounded by eight tentacles; feeds on dead or trapped fishes by borin hag haggai n a Hebrew minor prophet haggai n an Old Testament book telling the prophecies of Haggai which are concerned mainly with rebuilding the temples after the Babylonian Captivity haggard n British writer noted for romantic adventure novels (1856-1925) haggard adj showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering careworn,drawn,raddled,worn haggard adj very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold emaciated,gaunt,pinched,skeletal,wasted haggis n made of sheep's or calf's viscera minced with oatmeal and suet and onions and boiled in the animal's stomach haggle n an instance of intense argument (as in bargaining) haggling,wrangle,wrangling haggle v wrangle (over a price, terms of an agreement, etc.) higgle,chaffer,huckster haggling n an instance of intense argument (as in bargaining) haggle,wrangle,wrangling hagiography n a biography that idealizes or idolizes the person (especially a person who is a saint) hahn n German chemist who was co-discoverer with Lise Meitner of nuclear fission (1879-1968) haida n a member of a seafaring group of North American Indians who lived on the Pacific coast of British Columbia and southwestern Alaska haida n the Na-Dene language of the Haida haifa n a major port in northwestern Israel haik n an outer garment consisting of a large piece of white cloth; worn by men and women in northern Africa haiku n an epigrammatic Japanese verse form of three short lines hail n precipitation of ice pellets when there are strong rising air currents hail n many objects thrown forcefully through the air hail n enthusiastic greeting hail v praise vociferously acclaim,herald hail v be a native of come hail v call for hail v greet enthusiastically or joyfully herald hailstone n small pellet of ice that falls during a hailstorm hailstorm n a storm during which hail falls hair n a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat hair n a very small distance or space hairsbreadth,whisker hair n filamentous hairlike growth on a plant fuzz hair n any of the cylindrical filaments characteristically growing from the epidermis of a mammal pilus haircut n the style in which hair has been cut haircut n the act of cutting the hair hairdo n the arrangement of the hair (especially a woman's hair) hairstyle,coif hairdresser n someone who cuts or beautifies hair stylist hairdressing n a toiletry for the hair hairdressing n care for the hair: the activity of washing or cutting or curling or arranging the hair haired adj having or covered with hair hairy,hirsute hairiness n the quality of having hair hairless adj having no hair or fur hairy hairline n a very thin line hairline n the natural margin formed by hair on the head hairnet n a small net that some women wear over their hair to keep it in place hairpin n a double pronged pin used to hold women's hair in place hairsbreadth n a very small distance or space hair,whisker hairstyle n the arrangement of the hair (especially a woman's hair) hairdo,coif hairy adj having or covered with hair haired,hirsute hairless hairy adj hazardous and frightening haiti n a republic in the West Indies on the western part of the island of Hispaniola; achieved independence from France in 1804; the poorest and mo haiti n an island in the West Indies haitian n a native or inhabitant of Haiti haitian adj of or relating to or characteristic of the republic of Haiti or its people hajj n the fifth pillar of Islam is a pilgrimage to Mecca during the month of Dhu al-Hijja; at least once in a lifetime a Muslim is expected to mak hajji n a general term used by foreign soldiers to refer to the Iraqi people hajji n an Arabic term of respect for someone who has made the pilgrimage to Mecca hake n the lean flesh of a fish similar to cod hake n any of several marine food fishes related to cod hakeem n a Muslim physician hakim hakim n a Muslim ruler or governor or judge hakim n a Muslim physician hakeem hakka n a member of a people of southeastern China (especially Hong Kong, Canton, and Taiwan) who migrated from the north in the 12th century hakka n a dialect of Chinese spoken in southeastern China by the Hakka halacha n Talmudic literature that deals with law and with the interpretation of the laws on the Hebrew Scriptures halal n (Islam) meat from animals that have been slaughtered in the prescribed way according to the shariah halal adj proper or legitimate halal adj conforming to dietary laws halberd n a pike fitted with an ax head halcyon n (Greek mythology) a woman who was turned into a kingfisher halcyon n a large kingfisher widely distributed in warmer parts of the Old World halcyon n a mythical bird said to breed at the time of the winter solstice in a nest floating on the sea and to have the power of calming the winds an halcyon adj idyllically calm and peaceful; suggesting happy tranquillity halcyon adj marked by peace and prosperity golden,prosperous hale n a soldier of the American Revolution who was hanged as a spy by the British; his last words were supposed to have been `I only regret that I hale n United States astronomer who discovered that sunspots are associated with strong magnetic fields (1868-1938) hale n prolific United States writer (1822-1909) hale v to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means coerce,squeeze,pressure,force hale v draw slowly or heavily haul,cart,drag hale adj exhibiting or restored to vigorous good health whole haley n United States rock singer who was one of the first to popularize rock'n'roll music (1925-1981) haley n United States writer and Afro-American who wrote a fictionalized account of tracing his family roots back to Africa (1921-1992) half n one of two equal parts of a divisible whole half n one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval half adj consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity half adj partial half adj (of siblings) related through one parent only whole half adv partially or to the extent of a half halfback n (football) the running back who plays the offensive halfback position halfback n (American football) an offensive back usually positioned behind the quarterback and to the side of the fullback halfhearted adj feeling or showing little interest or enthusiasm tepid,lukewarm halfpenny n an English coin worth half a penny halftime n an intermission between the first and second half of a game halfway adj equally distant from the extremes center,middle,midway halfway adj at a point midway between two extremes halfway adj including only half or a portion halfway adv at half the distance; at the middle midway halibut n lean flesh of very large flatfish of Atlantic or Pacific halibut n marine food fish of the northern Atlantic or northern Pacific; the largest flatfish and one of the largest teleost fishes halide n a salt of any halogen acid halifax n provincial capital and largest city of Nova Scotia halite n naturally occurring crystalline sodium chloride halitosis n offensive breath hall n an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open hallway hall n a large entrance or reception room or area anteroom,antechamber,foyer,lobby,vestibule hall n a large room for gatherings or entertainment hall n a college or university building containing living quarters for students dormitory,dorm halle n a city in the Saxony region of Germany on the Saale River; a member of the Hanseatic League during the 13th and 14th centuries hallelujah n a shout or song of praise to God halley n English astronomer who used Newton's laws of motion to predict the period of a comet (1656-1742) hallmark n a distinctive characteristic or attribute trademark,earmark hallmark n a mark on an article of trade to indicate its origin and authenticity authentication halloo n a shout to attract attention halloo v urge on with shouts halloo v shout `halloo', as when greeting someone or attracting attention hallow v render holy by means of religious rites consecrate,bless,sanctify hallowe'en n the evening before All Saints' Day; often devoted to pranks played by young people halloween hallowed adj worthy of religious veneration sacred halloween n the evening before All Saints' Day; often devoted to pranks played by young people hallowe'en hallowmas n a Christian feast day honoring all the saints; first observed in 835 hallucinate v perceive what is not there; have illusions hallucinating adj experiencing delirium delirious hallucination n illusory perception; a common symptom of severe mental disorder hallucination n a mistaken or unfounded opinion or idea delusion hallucination n an object perceived during a hallucinatory episode hallucinatory adj characterized by or characteristic of hallucination hallucinogenic adj capable of producing hallucinations hallux n the first largest innermost toe hallway n an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open hall halo n an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint aura,aureole,nimbus,glory halo n a toroidal shape ring,annulus,doughnut halo n a circle of light around the sun or moon halogen n any of five related nonmetallic elements (fluorine or chlorine or bromine or iodine or astatine) that are all monovalent and readily form ne halothane n a nonflammable inhalation anesthetic that produces general anesthesia; used along with analgesics and muscle relaxants for many types of sur halt n the state of inactivity following an interruption arrest,check,hitch,stay,stop,stoppage halt n the event of something ending stop halt n an interruption or temporary suspension of progress or movement freeze halt v cause to stop hold,arrest halt v come to a halt, stop moving stop halt v stop from happening or developing stop,block halt v stop the flow of a liquid stem,stanch,staunch halt adj disabled in the feet or legs crippled,halting,lame,gimpy,game halter n rope or canvas headgear for a horse, with a rope for leading hackamore halter n a rope that is used by a hangman to execute persons who have been condemned to death by hanging hemp halter n a woman's top that fastens behind the back and neck leaving the back and arms uncovered halter n either of the rudimentary hind wings of dipterous insects; used for maintaining equilibrium during flight haltere,balancer halter v hang with a halter halter v prevent the progress or free movement of hamper,cramp,strangle haltere n either of the rudimentary hind wings of dipterous insects; used for maintaining equilibrium during flight halter,balancer halting adj disabled in the feet or legs crippled,halt,lame,gimpy,game halting adj fragmentary or halting from emotional strain haltingly adv in a halting manner halve v divide by two; divide into halves halyard n a rope for raising or lowering a sail or flag ham n meat cut from the thigh of a hog (usually smoked) gammon ham n (Old Testament) son of Noah ham n a licensed amateur radio operator ham n an unskilled actor who overacts ham v exaggerate one's acting overact,overplay haman n (Old Testament) the minister of the Persian emperor who hated the Jews and was hanged for plotting to massacre them hamas n a militant Islamic fundamentalist political movement that opposes peace with Israel and uses terrorism as a weapon; seeks to create an Islam hamate n the wrist bone in line with the 4th and 5th fingers hamburg n a port city in northern Germany on the Elbe River that was founded by Charlemagne in the 9th century and is today the largest port in German hamburger n a sandwich consisting of a fried cake of minced beef served on a bun, often with other ingredients burger hamburger n beef that has been ground hamilton n Irish mathematician (1806-1865) hamilton n English beauty who was the mistress of Admiral Nelson (1765-1815) hamilton n United States toxicologist known for her work on industrial poisons (1869-1970) hamilton n United States statesman and leader of the Federalists; as the first Secretary of the Treasury he establish a federal bank; was mortally woun hamitic n a group of languages in northern Africa related to Semitic hamlet n a community of people smaller than a village crossroads hamlet n the hero of William Shakespeare's tragedy who hoped to avenge the murder of his father hamlet n a settlement smaller than a town village hammer n the part of a gunlock that strikes the percussion cap when the trigger is pulled cock hammer n a hand tool with a heavy rigid head and a handle; used to deliver an impulsive force by striking hammer n the ossicle attached to the eardrum hammer n a light drumstick with a rounded head that is used to strike such percussion instruments as chimes, kettledrums, marimbas, glockenspiels, et mallet hammer v beat with or as if with a hammer hammer v create by hammering forge hammered adj shaped or worked with a hammer and often showing hammer marks hammering n the act of pounding (delivering repeated heavy blows) hammer,pound,pounding hammett n United States writer of hard-boiled detective fiction (1894-1961) hammock n a small natural hill knoll,mound,hillock,hummock hammock n a hanging bed of canvas or rope netting (usually suspended between two trees); swings easily sack hamper n a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner) shackle,bond,trammel hamper n a basket usually with a cover hamper v prevent the progress or free movement of halter,cramp,strangle hamper v put at a disadvantage handicap,hinder hampshire n a county of southern England on the English Channel hampshire n British breed of hornless dark-faced domestic sheep hampton n United States musician who was the first to use the vibraphone as a jazz instrument (1913-2002) hamster n short-tailed Old World burrowing rodent with large cheek pouches hamstring n one of the tendons at the back of the knee hamstring v make ineffective or powerless hamstring v cripple by cutting the hamstring han n imperial dynasty that ruled China (most of the time from 206 BC to AD 220) and expanded its boundaries and developed its bureaucracy; rememb hancock n American revolutionary patriot who was president of the Continental Congress; was the first signer of the Declaration of Independence (1737- hand n the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb manus,mitt,paw hand n a hired laborer on a farm or ranch hand n something written by hand handwriting,script hand n ability hand v place into the hands or custody of pass,reach,give hand v guide or conduct or usher somewhere handbag n a container used for carrying money and small personal items or accessories (especially by women) bag,pocketbook,purse handball n a small rubber ball used in playing the game of handball handball n a game played in a walled court or against a single wall by two or four players who strike a rubber ball with their hands handbill n an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution circular,bill,broadside,flier,flyer,throwaway handbook n a concise reference book providing specific information about a subject or location handclap n a clap of the hands to indicate approval handclasp n grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract) handshake,shake,handshaking handcraft n a work produced by hand labor handicraft,handiwork handcraft v make something by hand handcuff n shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs cuff,manacle handcuff v confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffs manacle,cuff handed adj having or involving the use of hands handless handedness n the property of using one hand more than the other handel n a prolific British baroque composer (born in Germany) remembered best for his oratorio Messiah (1685-1759) handel n the music of Handel handful n a small number or amount smattering handful n the quantity that can be held in the hand fistful handgun n a firearm that is held and fired with one hand pistol handheld adj small and light enough to be operated while you hold it in your hands handhold n an appendage to hold onto handicap n the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness disability,impairment handicap n advantage given to a competitor to equalize chances of winning handicap n something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress hindrance,deterrent,impediment,balk,baulk,check handicap v injure permanently disable,invalid,incapacitate handicap v attempt to forecast the winner (especially in a horse race) and assign odds for or against a contestant handicap v put at a disadvantage hinder,hamper handicapped n people collectively who are crippled or otherwise physically handicapped disabled handicapped adj having restricted mental or physical functioning as a consequence of injury or illness disabled handicapper n someone who sets the betting odds based on calculations of the outcome of a contest (especially a horse race) handicraft n a work produced by hand labor handcraft,handiwork handicraft n a craft that requires skillful hands handily adv in a convenient manner conveniently handily adv with no difficulty handiwork n a work produced by hand labor handicraft,handcraft handkerchief n a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory hanky handle n the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it grip,hold handle v be in charge of, act on, or dispose of manage,deal,care handle v interact in a certain way treat handle v act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression cover,treat,plow,deal,address handle v touch, lift, or hold with the hands palm handled adj having a usually specified type of handle handleless handleless adj having no handle handled handler n one who trains or exhibits animals handler n an agent who handles something or someone handler n (sports) someone in charge of training an athlete or a team coach,manager handless adj without a hand or hands handed handless adj lacking physical movement skills, especially with the hands bumbling,bungling,butterfingered handling n manual (or mechanical) carrying or moving or delivering or working with something handling n the action of touching with the hands (or the skillful use of the hands) or by the use of mechanical means manipulation handling n the management of someone or something treatment handmade adj made by hand or a hand process handmaid n in a subordinate position servant handmaid n a personal maid or female attendant handout n an announcement distributed to members of the press in order to supplement or replace an oral presentation release handout n giving money or food or clothing to a needy person handover n act of relinquishing property or authority etc handrail n a railing at the side of a staircase or balcony to prevent people from falling bannister,banister hands n (with `in') guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child custody hands n the force of workers available workforce,manpower,men handsaw n a saw used with one hand for cutting wood handset n telephone set with the mouthpiece and earpiece mounted on a single handle handshake n grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract) shake,handshaking,handclasp handshaking n grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract) handshake,shake,handclasp handsome adj pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion handsome adj given or giving freely big,bighearted,bounteous,bountiful,giving,liberal handsomely adv in an attractively handsome manner handsomely adv in a generously handsome manner handsomeness n the quality of having regular well-defined features (especially of a man) handstand n the act of supporting yourself by your hands alone in an upside down position handwriting n something written by hand hand,script handwriting n the activity of writing by hand handwritten adj written by hand handy n United States blues musician who transcribed and published traditional blues music (1873-1958) handy adj easy to reach handy adj useful and convenient handy adj skillful with the hands handyman n a man skilled in various odd jobs and other small tasks hang n a special way of doing something bent,knack hang n the way a garment hangs hang n a gymnastic exercise performed on the rings or horizontal bar or parallel bars when the gymnast's weight is supported by the arms hang v be suspended or hanging hang v cause to be hanging or suspended hang v kill by hanging hang v let drop or droop hangar n a large structure at an airport where aircraft can be stored and maintained hanger n a worker who hangs something hanger n anything from which something can be hung hanging n decoration that is hung (as a tapestry) on a wall or over a window hanging n a form of capital punishment; victim is suspended by the neck from a gallows or gibbet until dead hanging n the act of suspending something (hanging it from above so it moves freely) suspension,dangling hangman n an executioner who hangs the condemned person hangnail n a loose narrow strip of skin near the base of a fingernail; tearing it produces a painful sore that is easily infected hangout n a frequently visited place haunt,resort,repair hangover n disagreeable aftereffects from the use of drugs (especially alcohol) hangover n an official who remains in office after his term holdover hangover n something that has survived from the past holdover hangzhou n a city of eastern China on Hangzhou Bay; regarded by Marco Polo as the finest city in the world hani n a Loloish language akha hank n a coil of rope or wool or yarn hanker v desire strongly or persistently long,yearn hankering n a yearning for something or to do something yen hanks n United States film actor (born in 1956) hanky n a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory handkerchief hannibal n general who commanded the Carthaginian army in the second Punic War; crossed the Alps and defeated the Romans but was recalled to defend Car hannibal n a town in northeast Missouri on the Mississippi River; boyhood home of Mark Twain hanoi n the capital city of Vietnam; located in North Vietnam hanover n a port city in northwestern Germany; formerly a member of the Hanseatic League hanover n the English royal house that reigned from 1714 to 1901 (from George I to Victoria) hanoverian n any of the British rulers who were members of the House of Hanover hanoverian n a member (or supporter) of the house of Hanover hanoverian adj of or relating to the former English royal House of Hanover or their supporters hansard n the official published verbatim report of the proceedings of a parliamentary body; originally of the British Parliament hansom n a two-wheeled horse-drawn covered carriage with the driver's seat above and behind the passengers hanukkah n (Judaism) an eight-day Jewish holiday commemorating the rededication of the Temple of Jerusalem in 165 BC hao n 10 hao equal 1 dong in Vietnam hap n an accidental happening hap v come to pass happen,occur,pass haphazard adj dependent upon or characterized by chance haphazard adj marked by great carelessness slapdash,slipshod,sloppy haphazard adv without care; in a slapdash manner haphazardly haphazardly adv in a random manner randomly,indiscriminately,arbitrarily haphazardly adv without care; in a slapdash manner haphazard hapless adj deserving or inciting pity miserable,pathetic,pitiable,pitiful,poor,wretched haploid n (genetics) an organism or cell having only one complete set of chromosomes haploid adj of a cell or organism having a single set of chromosomes happen v come to pass hap,occur,pass happen v happen, occur, or be the case in the course of events or by chance befall happen v chance to be or do something, without intention or causation happen v come into being; become reality materialize happening n an event that happens occurrence happenstance n an event that might have been arranged although it was really accidental coincidence happily adv in a joyous manner merrily,blithely unhappily happily adv in an unexpectedly lucky way sadly happiness n state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy felicity unhappiness happiness n emotions experienced when in a state of well-being sadness happy adj enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure unhappy happy adj marked by good fortune felicitous happy adj eagerly disposed to act or to be of service glad happy adj well expressed and to the point haptic adj of or relating to or proceeding from the sense of touch tactile harangue n a loud bombastic declamation expressed with strong emotion rant,ranting harangue v deliver a harangue to; address forcefully haranguer n a public speaker who delivers a loud or forceful or angry speech harass v annoy continually or chronically hassle,harry,chevy,beset,plague,molest,provoke harass v exhaust by attacking repeatedly harassed adj troubled persistently especially with petty annoyances annoyed,harried,pestered,vexed harasser n a persistent tormentor harasser n a persistent attacker harrier harassment n a feeling of intense annoyance caused by being tormented torment harassment n the act of tormenting by continued persistent attacks and criticism molestation harbinger n something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone forerunner,predecessor,herald,precursor harbinger v foreshadow or presage announce,foretell,herald harbor n a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo seaport,haven,harbour harbor n a place of refuge and comfort and security harbour harbor v maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) harbour,hold,entertain,nurse harbor v secretly shelter (as of fugitives or criminals) harbour harbor v keep in one's possession; of animals harbour harbor v hold back a thought or feeling about harbour,shield harbour n a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo seaport,haven,harbor harbour n a place of refuge and comfort and security harbor harbour v secretly shelter (as of fugitives or criminals) harbor harbour v keep in one's possession; of animals harbor harbour v hold back a thought or feeling about harbor,shield harbour v maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) harbor,hold,entertain,nurse hard adj not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure difficult hard adj dispassionate soft hard adj resisting weight or pressure soft hard adj very strong or vigorous knockout,severe hard adv with effort or force or vigor hard adv with firmness firmly hard adv earnestly or intently hard adv causing great damage or hardship severely hardback n a book with cardboard or cloth or leather covers hardback adj having a hard back or cover hardball n a no-nonsense attitude in business or politics hardball n baseball as distinguished from softball softball hardcore adj intensely loyal hardcore adj extremely explicit harden v become hard or harder soften harden v make hard or harder soften harden v harden by reheating and cooling in oil temper harden v make fit season hardened adj used of persons; emotionally hardened hardened adj made hard or flexible or resilient especially by heat treatment tempered,treated,toughened hardened adj protected against attack (especially by nuclear weapons) soft hardened adj made tough by habitual exposure inured hardening n abnormal hardening or thickening of tissue hardening n the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization solidifying,set,curing hardening n the act of making something harder (firmer or tighter or more compact) hardheaded adj unreasonably rigid in the face of argument or entreaty or attack hardheaded adj guided by practical experience and observation rather than theory practical,pragmatic harding n 29th President of the United States; two of his appointees were involved in the Teapot Dome scandal (1865-1823) hardly adv only a very short time before barely,just,scarcely,scarce hardly adv almost not scarcely,barely,scarce hardly adv slowly and with difficulty hard hardness n the property of being rigid and resistant to pressure; not easily scratched; measured on Mohs scale softness hardness n a quality of water that contains dissolved mineral salts that prevent soap from lathering hardness n devoid of passion or feeling; hardheartedness callousness hardness n the quality of being difficult to do hardship n a state of misfortune or affliction adversity hardship n something hard to endure asperity,grimness,rigor,severity hardship n something that causes or entails suffering hardware n major items of military weaponry (as tanks or missile) hardware n instrumentalities (tools or implements) made of metal hardware n (computer science) the mechanical, magnetic, electronic, and electrical components making up a computer system software hardwood n the wood of broad-leaved dicotyledonous trees (as distinguished from the wood of conifers) hardworking adj characterized by hard work and perseverance industrious,tireless hardy n United States slapstick comedian who played the pompous and overbearing member of the Laurel and Hardy duo who made many films (1892-1957) hardy n English novelist and poet (1840-1928) hardy adj having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships stalwart,stout,sturdy hardy adj able to survive under unfavorable weather conditions hardy adj invulnerable to fear or intimidation audacious,brave,dauntless,fearless,intrepid hare n swift timid long-eared mammal larger than a rabbit having a divided upper lip and long hind legs; young born furred and with open eyes hare n flesh of any of various rabbits or hares (wild or domesticated) eaten as food rabbit hare v run quickly, like a hare harebell n sometimes placed in genus Scilla bluebell harebell n perennial of northern hemisphere with slender stems and bell-shaped blue flowers bluebell harebrained adj very foolish insane,mad haredi n any of several sects of Orthodox Judaism that reject modern secular culture and many of whom do not recognize the spiritual authority of the harem n living quarters reserved for wives and concubines and female relatives in a Muslim household hargreaves n English inventor of the spinning jenny (1720-1778) haricot n a French variety of green bean plant bearing light-colored beans haricot n a French bean variety with light-colored seeds; usually dried flageolet hark v listen; used mostly in the imperative harken,hearken harken v listen; used mostly in the imperative hark,hearken harlem n a district of Manhattan; now largely a Black ghetto harlequin n a clown or buffoon (after the Harlequin character in the commedia dell'arte) harlequin v variegate with spots or marks harlot n a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money prostitute,whore,bawd,tart,cyprian harlow n United States film actress who made several films with Clark Gable (1911-1937) harm n any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc. injury,hurt,trauma harm n the occurrence of a change for the worse damage,impairment harm n the act of damaging something or someone damage,hurt,scathe harm v cause or do harm to harmattan n a dusty wind from the Sahara that blows toward the western coast of Africa during the winter harmful adj causing or capable of causing harm harmless harmfully adv in a detrimental manner harmlessly harmfulness n destructiveness that causes harm or injury harmfulness n the quality of being noxious harmless adj not causing or capable of causing harm harmful harmlessly adv in a harmless manner harmfully harmonic n a tone that is a component of a complex sound harmonic n any of a series of musical tones whose frequencies are integral multiples of the frequency of a fundamental harmonic adj of or relating to harmony as distinct from melody and rhythm harmonic adj of or relating to harmonics harmonic adj of or relating to the branch of acoustics that studies the composition of musical sounds harmonic adj relating to vibrations that occur as a result of vibrations in a nearby body sympathetic harmonica n a small rectangular free-reed instrument having a row of free reeds set back in air holes and played by blowing into the desired hole harp harmonics n the study of musical sound harmonious adj musically pleasing harmonious adj exhibiting equivalence or correspondence among constituents of an entity or between different entities proportionate,symmetrical harmonious adj suitable and fitting harmonious adj existing together in harmony harmoniously adv in a harmonious manner harmonium n a free-reeded instrument with a piano keyboard in which air is forced through the reeds by bellows organ harmonization n a piece of harmonized music harmonization n singing in harmony harmonize v go together consort,accord,concord,agree harmonize v write a harmony for harmonize v sing or play in harmony harmonize v bring (several things) into consonance or relate harmoniously harmonized adj involving or characterized by harmony consonant,harmonic harmony n compatibility in opinion and action harmony n the structure of music with respect to the composition and progression of chords harmony n a harmonious state of things in general and of their properties (as of colors and sounds); congruity of parts with one another and with the concord,concordance harmony n agreement of opinions concord,concordance harness n a support consisting of an arrangement of straps for holding something to the body (especially one supporting a person suspended from a para harness n stable gear consisting of an arrangement of leather straps fitted to a draft animal so that it can be attached to and pull a cart harness v put a harness tackle harness v exploit the power of harness v control and direct with or as if by reins rein harness v keep in check rule,rein harnessed adj brought under control and put to use harp n a chordophone that has a triangular frame consisting of a sounding board and a pillar and a curved neck; the strings stretched between the n harp n a pair of curved vertical supports for a lampshade harp n a small rectangular free-reed instrument having a row of free reeds set back in air holes and played by blowing into the desired hole harmonica harp v come back to dwell harp v play the harp harper n someone who plays the harp harpist harpist n someone who plays the harp harper harpo n United States comedian; one of four brothers who made motion pictures together (1893-1964) marx harpoon n a spear with a shaft and barbed point for throwing; used for catching large fish or whales; a strong line is attached to it harpoon v spear with a harpoon harpsichord n a clavier with strings that are plucked by plectra mounted on pivots harpy n a malicious woman with a fierce temper vixen,hellcat harpy n (Greek mythology) vicious winged monster; often depicted as a bird with the head of a woman harpy n any of various fruit bats of the genus Nyctimene distinguished by nostrils drawn out into diverging tubes harpy n large black-and-white crested eagle of tropical America harquebus n an obsolete firearm with a long barrel harried adj troubled persistently especially with petty annoyances annoyed,harassed,pestered,vexed harrier n a persistent attacker harasser harrier n a hound that resembles a foxhound but is smaller; used to hunt rabbits harrier n hawks that hunt over meadows and marshes and prey on small terrestrial animals harriman n United States financier who negotiated a treaty with the Soviet Union banning tests of nuclear weapons (1891-1986) harriman n United States railway tycoon (1848-1909) harris n United States author who wrote the stories about Uncle Remus (1848-1908) harris n United States linguist (born in Ukraine) who developed mathematical linguistics and interpreted speech and writing in a social context (1909 harris n United States diplomat who was instrumental in opening Japan to foreign trade (1804-1878) harris n Irish writer noted for his sexually explicit but unreliable autobiography (1856-1931) harrisburg n capital of Pennsylvania; located in southern part of state harrison n English actor on stage and in films (1908-1990) harrison n English rock star; lead guitarist of the Beatles (1943-2001) harrison n 23rd President of the United States (1833-1901) harrison n 9th President of the United States; caught pneumonia during his inauguration and died shortly after (1773-1841) harrow n a cultivator that pulverizes or smooths the soil harrow v draw a harrow over (land) disk harrowing adj extremely painful agonizing,excruciating,torturing,torturous harry v annoy continually or chronically harass,hassle,chevy,beset,plague,molest,provoke harry v make a pillaging or destructive raid on (a place), as in wartimes ravage harsh adj unpleasantly stern rough harsh adj unpleasantly rough or jarring to the senses harsh adj of textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles coarse harsh adj unkind or cruel or uncivil rough harshly adv in a harsh or unkind manner harshly adv in a harsh and grating manner harshness n the roughness of a substance that causes abrasions harshness n the quality of being harsh or rough or grating to the senses roughness harshness n the quality of being cruel and causing tension or annoyance cruelty harshness n excessive sternness severity,rigor,hardness,stiffness hart n United States playwright who collaborated with George S. Kaufman (1904-1961) hart n United States lyricist who collaborated with Richard Rodgers (1895-1943) hart n a male deer, especially an adult male red deer stag hartford n the state capital of Connecticut; located in central Connecticut on the Connecticut river; a center of the insurance business hartley n English philosopher who introduced the theory of the association of ideas (1705-1757) harvard n a university in Massachusetts harvard n American philanthropist who left his library and half his estate to the Massachusetts college that now bears his name (1607-1638) harvest n the yield from plants in a single growing season crop harvest n the consequence of an effort or activity harvest n the gathering of a ripened crop harvesting harvest n the season for gathering crops harvest v gather, as of natural products reap,glean harvest v remove from a culture or a living or dead body, as for the purposes of transplantation harvester n someone who helps to gather the harvest reaper harvester n farm machine that gathers a food crop from the fields reaper harvesting n the gathering of a ripened crop harvest harvey n English physician and scientist who described the circulation of the blood; he later proposed that all animals originate from an ovum produc hash n chopped meat mixed with potatoes and browned hash n purified resinous extract of the hemp plant; used as a hallucinogen hashish hash v chop up hashish n purified resinous extract of the hemp plant; used as a hallucinogen hash hasidic adj of or relating to the Jewish Hasidim or its members or their beliefs and practices hasidim n a sect of Orthodox Jews that arose out of a pietistic movement originating in eastern Europe in the second half of the 18th century; a sect haslet n heart and liver and other edible viscera especially of hogs; usually chopped and formed into a loaf and braised hasp n a fastener for a door or lid; a hinged metal plate is fitted over a staple and is locked with a pin or padlock hasp v secure or lock with a hasp hassel n Norwegian chemist noted for his research on organic molecules (1897-1981) hassle n an angry disturbance fuss,trouble,bother hassle n disorderly fighting scuffle,tussle,dogfight hassle v annoy continually or chronically harass,harry,chevy,beset,plague,molest,provoke hastate adj (of a leaf shape) like a spear point, with flaring pointed lobes at the base haste n overly eager speed (and possible carelessness) hurry,precipitation haste n the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner hurry,rush,rushing haste n a condition of urgency making it necessary to hurry hurry hasten v act or move at high speed rush,hurry hasten v move hurridly rush,hie,speed,race hasten v speed up the progress of; facilitate expedite hasten v cause to occur rapidly induce,stimulate,rush hastily adv in a hurried or hasty manner hurriedly hastings n United States architect who formed and important architectural firm with John Merven Carrere (1860-1929) hastings n a town in East Sussex just to the south of the place where the battle of Hastings took place hastings n the decisive battle in which William the Conqueror (duke of Normandy) defeated the Saxons under Harold II (1066) and thus left England open hasty adj excessively quick headlong hasty adj done with very great haste and without due deliberation precipitate,precipitous hat n headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim chapeau,lid hat n an informal term for a person's role hat v put on or wear a hat hat v furnish with a hat hatch n the production of young from an egg hatching hatch n shading consisting of multiple crossing lines hatching hatch n a sloping rear car door that is lifted to open hatchback hatch n a movable barrier covering a hatchway hatch v emerge from the eggs hatch v devise or invent concoct hatch v inlay with narrow strips or lines of a different substance such as gold or silver, for the purpose of decorating hatch v draw, cut, or engrave lines, usually parallel, on metal, wood, or paper hatchback n a car having a hatchback door hatchback n a sloping rear car door that is lifted to open hatch hatched adj emerged from an egg hatched adj shaded by means of fine parallel or crossed lines hatchel n a comb for separating flax fibers heckle hatchel v comb with a heckle heckle,hackle hatchery n a place where eggs are hatched under artificial conditions (especially fish eggs) hatchet n weapon consisting of a fighting ax; used by North American Indians tomahawk hatchet n a small ax with a short handle used with one hand (usually to chop wood) hatching n the production of young from an egg hatch hatching n shading consisting of multiple crossing lines hatch hatchling n any recently hatched animal (especially birds) hatchway n an entrance equipped with a hatch; especially a passageway between decks of a ship opening,scuttle hate n the emotion of intense dislike; a feeling of dislike so strong that it demands action hatred love hate v dislike intensely; feel antipathy or aversion towards detest love hated adj treated with dislike or contempt despised,detested,scorned hateful adj evoking or deserving hatred lovable hateful adj characterized by malice mean hater n a person who hates hathaway n wife of William Shakespeare (1556-1623) hatless adj not wearing a hat hatmaker n someone who makes and sells hats hatter,milliner hatred n the emotion of intense dislike; a feeling of dislike so strong that it demands action hate hatter n someone who makes and sells hats hatmaker,milliner hauberk n a long (usually sleeveless) tunic of chain mail formerly worn as defensive armor haughtily adv in a haughty manner haughty adj having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy disdainful,imperious,lordly,overbearing,sniffy,supercilious,swaggering haul n the act of drawing or hauling something draw,haulage haul n the quantity that was caught catch haul v draw slowly or heavily hale,cart,drag haul v transport in a vehicle haulage n the act of drawing or hauling something draw,haul hauler n a haulage contractor hauling n the activity of transporting goods by truck trucking haulm n stems of beans and peas and potatoes and grasses collectively as used for thatching and bedding haunch n the hip and buttock and upper thigh in human beings haunch n the loin and leg of a quadruped haunt n a frequently visited place hangout,resort,repair haunt v follow stealthily or recur constantly and spontaneously to stalk haunt v haunt like a ghost; pursue obsess,ghost haunt v be a regular or frequent visitor to a certain place frequent haunted adj having or showing excessive or compulsive concern with something obsessed,preoccupied haunted adj showing emotional affliction or disquiet haunted adj inhabited by or as if by apparitions haunting adj continually recurring to the mind persistent haunting adj having a deeply disquieting or disturbing effect hausa n a member of a Negroid people living chiefly in northern Nigeria hausa n the chief member of the Chadic family of Afroasiatic languages; widely used as a trading language hausen n valuable source of caviar and isinglass; found in Black and Caspian seas beluga havana n the capital and largest city of Cuba; located in western Cuba; one of the oldest cities in the Americas have n a person who possesses great material wealth have v have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense hold have v have as a feature feature lack have v go through (mental or physical states or experiences) experience,receive,get have v have ownership or possession of own,possess havel n Czech dramatist and statesman whose plays opposed totalitarianism and who served as president of Czechoslovakia from 1989 to 1992 and presid havelock n a cloth covering for a service cap with a flap extending over the back of the neck to protect the neck from direct rays of the sun haven n a shelter serving as a place of safety or sanctuary oasis haven n a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo seaport,harbor,harbour havoc n violent and needless disturbance mayhem haw n a spring-flowering shrub or small tree of the genus Crataegus hawthorn haw n the nictitating membrane of a horse haw v utter `haw' hawaii n a state in the United States in the central Pacific on the Hawaiian Islands hi hawaii n the largest and southernmost of the Hawaii islands; has several volcanic peaks hawaiian n the Oceanic languages spoken on Hawaii hawaiian n a native or resident of Hawaii hawaiian adj of or relating to or characteristic of the state or island of Hawaii or to the people or culture or language hawala n an underground banking system based on trust whereby money can be made available internationally without actually moving it or leaving a rec hawk n diurnal bird of prey typically having short rounded wings and a long tail hawk n an advocate of an aggressive policy on foreign relations dove hawk n a square board with a handle underneath; used by masons to hold or carry mortar hawk v sell or offer for sale from place to place peddle,monger,huckster,vend,pitch hawk v hunt with hawks hawk v clear mucus or food from one's throat hawkbill n pugnacious tropical sea turtle with a hawk-like beak; source of food and the best tortoiseshell hawker n someone who travels about selling his wares (as on the streets or at carnivals) peddler,packman,pitchman hawker n a person who breeds and trains hawks and who follows the sport of falconry falconer hawking n English theoretical physicist (born in 1942) hawking n the act of selling goods for a living vending,peddling hawkins n English privateer involved in the slave trade; later helped build the fleet that in 1588 defeated the Spanish Armada (1532-1595) hawkins n United States jazz saxophonist (1904-1969) hawkish adj disposed to warfare or hard-line policies militant,warlike hawkweed n any of various plants of the genus Pilosella hawkweed n any of numerous often hairy plants of the genus Hieracium having yellow or orange flowers that resemble the dandelion hawse n the hole that an anchor rope passes through hawser n large heavy rope for nautical use hawthorn n a spring-flowering shrub or small tree of the genus Crataegus haw hawthorne n United States writer of novels and short stories mostly on moral themes (1804-1864) hay n grass mowed and cured for use as fodder hay v convert (plant material) into hay haycock n a small cone-shaped pile of hay that has been left in the field until it is dry enough to carry to the hayrick haydn n prolific Austrian composer who influenced the classical form of the symphony (1732-1809) haydn n the music of Haydn hayek n English economist (born in Austria) noted for work on the optimum allocation of resources (1899-1992) hayes n acclaimed actress of stage and screen (1900-1993) hayes n 19th President of the United States; his administration removed federal troops from the South and so ended the Reconstruction Period (1822-1 hayfield n a field where grass or alfalfa are grown to be made into hay meadow haying n the harvesting of hay haying n the season for cutting and drying and storing grass as fodder hayloft n a loft in a barn where hay is stored mow haymaker n a farm machine that treats hay to cause more rapid and even drying haymaker n a hard punch that renders the opponent unable to continue boxing hays n United States lawyer and politician who formulated a production code that prescribed the moral content of United States films from 1930 to 1 hays n United States lawyer involved in several famous court trials (1881-1954) hays n a town in central Kansas hayseed n a person who is not very intelligent or interested in culture yokel,rube,hick,yahoo,bumpkin haystack n a stack of hay rick haywire n wire for tying up bales of hay haywire adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,bats,batty,bonkers,buggy,cracked,crackers haywire adj not functioning properly amiss,awry,wrong haywood n United States labor leader and militant socialist who was one of the founders of the Industrial Workers of the World (1869-1928) hazard n a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune jeopardy,peril,risk,endangerment hazard n an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another luck,fortune,chance hazard n an obstacle on a golf course hazard v put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation guess,venture,pretend hazard v put at risk venture,adventure,stake,jeopardize hazard v take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome gamble,chance,risk,adventure hazardous adj involving risk or danger risky,wild haze n atmospheric moisture or dust or smoke that causes reduced visibility haze n confusion characterized by lack of clarity daze,fog haze v become hazy, dull, or cloudy haze v harass by imposing humiliating or painful tasks, as in military institutions hazel n Australian tree grown especially for ornament and its fine-grained wood and bearing edible nuts hazel n the fine-grained wood of a hazelnut tree (genus Corylus) and the hazel tree (Australian genus Pomaderris) hazel n any of several shrubs or small trees of the genus Corylus bearing edible nuts enclosed in a leafy husk hazelnut hazel n a shade of brown that is yellowish or reddish; it is a greenish shade of brown when used to describe the color of someone's eyes hazel adj of a light brown or yellowish brown color hazelnut n any of several shrubs or small trees of the genus Corylus bearing edible nuts enclosed in a leafy husk hazel hazelnut n nut of any of several trees of the genus Corylus filbert,cob hazelwood n reddish-brown wood and lumber from heartwood of the sweet gum tree used to make furniture hazmat n an abbreviation for `hazardous material' used on warning signs hazy adj filled or abounding with fog or mist brumous,foggy,misty hazy adj indistinct or hazy in outline bleary,blurred,blurry,foggy,fuzzy,muzzy he n a very light colorless element that is one of the six inert gasses; the most difficult gas to liquefy; occurs in economically extractable am helium he n the 5th letter of the Hebrew alphabet head n the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains head n a single domestic animal head n that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason mind,brain,psyche,nous head n a person who is in charge chief head v to go or travel towards head v be in charge of lead head v travel in front of; go in advance of others lead head v be the first or leading member of (a group) and excel headache n something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness concern,worry headache n pain in the head caused by dilation of cerebral arteries or muscle contractions or a reaction to drugs headband n a band worn around or over the head headboard n a vertical board or panel forming the head of a bedstead headbutt v butt with the head headcheese n sausage or jellied loaf made of chopped parts of the head meat and sometimes feet and tongue of a calf or pig headdress n clothing for the head headgear headed adj having a heading or course in a certain direction headed adj having a heading or caption headed adj having a head of a specified kind or anything that serves as a head; often used in combination headless headed adj of leafy vegetables; having formed into a head header n a line of text serving to indicate what the passage below it is about heading,head header n horizontal beam used as a finishing piece over a door or window lintel header n brick that is laid sideways at the top of a wall coping,cope header n a framing member crossing and supporting the ends of joists, studs, or rafters so as to transfer their weight to parallel joists, studs, or headfirst adj with the head foremost headlong headfirst adv with the head foremost headlong headgear n clothing for the head headdress headgear n the hoist at the pithead of a mine headgear n stable gear consisting of any part of a harness that fits about the horse's head headhunter n a recruiter of personnel (especially for corporations) headhunter n a savage who cuts off and preserves the heads of enemies as trophies heading n a line of text serving to indicate what the passage below it is about header,head heading n the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies bearing,aim heading n a horizontal (or nearly horizontal) passageway in a mine drift,gallery headlamp n a powerful light with reflector; attached to the front of an automobile or locomotive headlight headland n a natural elevation (especially a rocky one that juts out into the sea) head headless adj not having a head or formed without a head headed headless adj not using intelligence brainless headlight n a powerful light with reflector; attached to the front of an automobile or locomotive headlamp headline n the heading or caption of a newspaper article headline v publicize widely or highly, as if with a headline headline v provide (a newspaper page or a story) with a headline headliner n a performer who receives prominent billing star headlong adj excessively quick hasty headlong adj with the head foremost headfirst headlong adv with the head foremost headfirst headlong adv at breakneck speed headlong adv in a hasty and foolhardy manner headman n an executioner who beheads the condemned person headsman headman n the head of a tribe or clan chieftain,chief headmaster n presiding officer of a school schoolmaster,master headmistress n a woman headmaster headphone n electro-acoustic transducer for converting electric signals into sounds; it is held over or inserted into the ear earphone,earpiece,phone headpiece n the band that is the part of a bridle that fits around a horse's head headpiece n a protective helmet for the head headquarter v provide with headquarters headquarters n (usually plural) the office that serves as the administrative center of an enterprise headquarters n the military installation from which a commander performs the functions of command headquarters n (plural) a military unit consisting of a commander and the headquarters staff headrest n a cushion attached to the top of the back of an automobile's seat to prevent whiplash headrest n a rest for the head headroom n vertical space available to allow easy passage under something headway,clearance headroom n the capacity of a system to reproduce loud sounds without distortion headsail n any sail set forward of the foremast of a vessel headscarf n a kerchief worn over the head and tied under the chin headset n receiver consisting of a pair of headphones headship n the position of headmaster or headmistress headship n the position of head headshot n a photograph of a person's head headshot n an attempt to put the soccer ball into the net by using the head headshot n a shot aimed at a person's head headsman n an executioner who beheads the condemned person headman headspace n the volume left at the top of a filled container (bottle or jar or tin) before sealing headstone n the central building block at the top of an arch or vault keystone,key headstone n a stone that is used to mark a grave gravestone,tombstone headstrong adj habitually disposed to disobedience and opposition froward,willful,wilful headwater n the source of a river headway n vertical space available to allow easy passage under something headroom,clearance headway n forward movement head headword n a content word that can be qualified by a modifier headword n a word placed at the beginning of a line or paragraph (as in a dictionary entry) heady adj marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters judicious,wise heady adj extremely exciting as if by alcohol or a narcotic intoxicating heady adj marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences foolhardy,rash,reckless heal v heal or recover mend heal v get healthy again heal v provide a cure for, make healthy again cure healed adj freed from illness or injury cured,recovered healer n a person skilled in a particular type of therapy therapist healing n the natural process by which the body repairs itself healing adj tending to cure or restore to health curative,remedial,therapeutic health n a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease wellness health n the general condition of body and mind healthcare n the preservation of mental and physical health by preventing or treating illness through services offered by the health profession healthful adj conducive to good health of body or mind unhealthful healthful adj free from filth and pathogens sanitary healthier adj improved in health or physical condition fitter healthiness n the state of being vigorous and free from bodily or mental disease healthy adj having or indicating good health in body or mind; free from infirmity or disease unhealthy healthy adj financially secure and functioning well healthy adj promoting health; healthful healthy adj exercising or showing good judgment intelligent,sound heap n a collection of objects laid on top of each other pile,mound,agglomerate,cumulus heap n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,deal,flock,lot,mass,mess,mickle,mint heap n a car that is old and unreliable bus,jalopy heap v bestow in large quantities heap v arrange in stacks stack,pile heap v fill to overflow heaps n a large number or amount tons,dozens,lots,piles,scores,stacks,loads,rafts heaps adv very much hear v perceive (sound) via the auditory sense hear v get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally learn,discover,see hear v examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process try hear v receive a communication from someone hearable adj heard or perceptible by the ear audible heard adj detected or perceived by the sense of hearing hearer n someone who listens attentively listener,auditor hearing n (law) a proceeding (usually by a court) where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision base hearing n an opportunity to state your case and be heard audience hearing n the range within which a voice can be heard earshot hearing n the act of hearing attentively listening hearing adj able to perceive sound deaf hearken v listen; used mostly in the imperative hark,harken hearsay n gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth rumor,rumour hearsay adj heard through another rather than directly hearse n a vehicle for carrying a coffin to a church or a cemetery; formerly drawn by horses but now usually a motor vehicle hearst n United States newspaper publisher whose introduction of large headlines and sensational reporting changed American journalism (1863-1951) heart n the locus of feelings and intuitions bosom heart n the hollow muscular organ located behind the sternum and between the lungs; its rhythmic contractions move the blood through the body pump,ticker heart n the courage to carry on mettle,nerve,spunk heart n an area that is approximately central within some larger region center,centre,middle,eye heartache n intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death) grief,heartbreak heartbeat n the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart pulse,pulsation,beat heartbeat n a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) flash,instant,jiffy,trice,twinkling,wink heartbeat n an animating or vital unifying force heartbreak n intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death) grief,heartache heartbreaker n a charming person who is irresponsible in emotional relationships heartbreaker n a narrow defeat or a defeat at the last minute heartbreaking adj causing or marked by grief or anguish grievous heartbroken adj full of sorrow heartburn n a painful burning sensation in the chest caused by gastroesophageal reflux (backflow from the stomach irritating the esophagus); symptomatic pyrosis hearten v give encouragement to cheer,recreate,embolden heartening adj cheerfully encouraging heartfelt adj sincerely earnest dear,devout,earnest hearth n an open recess in a wall at the base of a chimney where a fire can be built fireplace hearth n home symbolized as a part of the fireplace fireside hearth n an area near a fireplace (usually paved and extending out into a room) fireside hearthstone n a stone that forms a hearth heartily adv with gusto and without reservation heartily adv in a hearty manner cordially,warmly heartland n the central region of a country or continent; especially a region that is important to a country or to a culture heartless adj lacking in feeling or pity or warmth heartless adj devoid of courage or enthusiasm heartlessness n an absence of concern for the welfare of others hearts n a form of whist in which players avoid winning tricks containing hearts or the queen of spades heartstrings n your deepest feelings of love and compassion heartthrob n an object of infatuation heartwarming adj causing gladness and pleasure heartwood n the older inactive central wood of a tree or woody plant; usually darker and denser than the surrounding sapwood hearty adj showing warm and heartfelt friendliness hearty adj providing abundant nourishment satisfying,solid,square,substantial hearty adj endowed with or exhibiting great bodily or mental health lusty hearty adj consuming abundantly and with gusto heat n a form of energy that is transferred by a difference in temperature heat n the presence of heat heat n the sensation caused by heat energy warmth heat n the trait of being intensely emotional warmth,passion heat v make hot or hotter cool heat v provide with heat heat v arouse or excite feelings and passions inflame,wake,ignite heat v gain heat or get hot cool heated adj made warm or hot (`het' is a dialectal variant of `heated') het heated adj marked by emotional heat; vehement heatedly adv in a heated manner hotly heater n device that heats water or supplies warmth to a room warmer heater n (baseball) a pitch thrown with maximum velocity fastball,smoke,hummer,bullet heath n a low evergreen shrub of the family Ericaceae; has small bell-shaped pink or purple flowers heath n a tract of level wasteland; uncultivated land with sandy soil and scrubby vegetation heathen n a person who does not acknowledge your god pagan,gentile,infidel heathen adj not acknowledging the God of Christianity and Judaism and Islam pagan,ethnic heather n common Old World heath represented by many varieties; low evergreen grown widely in the northern hemisphere ling,broom heather n interwoven yarns of mixed colors producing muted greyish shades with flecks of color heating n the process of becoming warmer; a rising temperature warming heating n utility to warm a building heat heaume n a large medieval helmet supported on the shoulders heave n an upward movement (especially a rhythmical rising and falling) heaving heave n (geology) a horizontal dislocation heave n the act of lifting something with great effort heaving heave n an involuntary spasm of ineffectual vomiting retch heave v utter a sound, as with obvious effort heave v throw with great effort heave v rise and move, as in waves or billows billow,surge heave v lift or elevate heft heaven n any place of complete bliss and delight and peace eden,paradise,nirvana heaven n the abode of God and the angels hell heavenly adj relating to or inhabiting a divine heaven celestial heavenly adj of or relating to the sky celestial heavenly adj of or belonging to heaven or god earthly heavens n the apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected sphere,firmament,welkin heaver n a bar used as a lever (as in twisting rope) heaver n a workman who heaves freight or bulk goods (especially at a dockyard) heaves n a chronic emphysema of the horse that causes difficult expiration and heaving of the flanks heavily adv to a considerable degree heavily adv in a heavy-footed manner heavily adv with great force heavily adv in a manner designed for heavy duty heaviness n the property of being comparatively great in weight lightness heaviness n persisting sadness heaviness n an oppressive quality that is laborious and solemn and lacks grace or fluency heaviness n used of a line or mark thickness heaving n an upward movement (especially a rhythmical rising and falling) heave heaving n breathing heavily (as after exertion) panting heaving n the act of lifting something with great effort heave heaving n throwing something heavy (with great effort) heave heavy n an actor who plays villainous roles heavy n a serious (or tragic) role in a play heavy adj of comparatively great physical weight or density light heavy adj unusually great in degree or quantity or number light heavy adj of the military or industry; using (or being) the heaviest and most powerful armaments or weapons or equipment light heavy adj marked by great psychological weight; weighted down especially with sadness or troubles or weariness light heavy adv slowly as if burdened by much weight heavily heavyweight n an amateur boxer who weighs no more than 201 pounds heavyweight n a wrestler who weighs more than 214 pounds heavyweight n a professional boxer who weighs more than 190 pounds heavyweight n a very large person; impressive in size or qualities giant,hulk,whale hebrew n the ancient Canaanitic language of the Hebrews that has been revived as the official language of Israel hebrew n a person belonging to the worldwide group claiming descent from Jacob (or converted to it) and connected by cultural or religious ties jew,israelite hebrew adj of or relating to or characteristic of the Hebrews hebrew adj of or relating to the language of the Hebrews hebrews n the ethnic group claiming descent from Abraham and Isaac (especially from Isaac's son Jacob); the nation whom God chose to receive his revel israelites hebrews n a New Testament book traditionally included among the epistle of Saint Paul but now generally considered not to have been written by him hebrides n a group of more than 500 islands off the western coast of Scotland hecate n (Greek mythology) Greek goddess of fertility who later became associated with Persephone as goddess of the underworld and protector of witch hecht n United States writer of stories and plays (1894-1946) heckle n a comb for separating flax fibers hatchel heckle v comb with a heckle hackle,hatchel heckle v challenge aggressively heckler n someone who tries to embarrass you with gibes and questions and objections heckling n shouting to interrupt a speech with which you disagree hectare n (abbreviated `ha') a unit of surface area equal to 100 ares (or 10,000 square meters) hectic adj marked by intense agitation or emotion feverish hectograph n duplicator consisting of a gelatin plate from which ink can be taken to make a copy hectograph v copy on a duplicator hector n (Greek mythology) a mythical Trojan who was killed by Achilles during the Trojan War hector v be bossy towards bully,browbeat hedera n Old World woody vines hedge n a fence formed by a row of closely planted shrubs or bushes hedgerow hedge n any technique designed to reduce or eliminate financial risk; for example, taking two positions that will offset each other if prices change hedging hedge n an intentionally noncommittal or ambiguous statement hedging hedge v avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) fudge,evade,circumvent,parry,elude,skirt,dodge,duck hedge v hinder or restrict with or as if with a hedge hedge v enclose or bound in with or as it with a hedge or hedges hedge v minimize loss or risk hedged adj evasively worded in order to avoid an unqualified statement hedgehog n relatively large rodents with sharp erectile bristles mingled with the fur porcupine hedgehog n small nocturnal Old World mammal covered with both hair and protective spines hedger n a respondent who avoids giving a clear direct answer hedger n someone who counterbalances one transaction (as a bet) against another in order to protect against loss hedger n a gardener who takes care of and trims hedges hedgerow n a fence formed by a row of closely planted shrubs or bushes hedge hedging n any technique designed to reduce or eliminate financial risk; for example, taking two positions that will offset each other if prices change hedge hedging n an intentionally noncommittal or ambiguous statement hedge hedonic adj devoted to pleasure hedonistic,epicurean hedonism n the pursuit of pleasure as a matter of ethical principle hedonism n an ethical system that evaluates the pursuit of pleasure as the highest good hedonistic adj devoted to pleasure hedonic,epicurean heed n paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people) attentiveness,regard heed v pay close attention to; give heed to mind,listen heedless adj marked by or paying little heed or attention heedless adj characterized by careless unconcern reckless heel n the bottom of a shoe or boot; the back part of a shoe or boot that touches the ground and provides elevation heel n the back part of the human foot heel n someone who is morally reprehensible cad,bounder,blackguard,dog,hound heel n one of the crusty ends of a loaf of bread heel v tilt to one side list heel v follow at the heels of a person heel v perform with the heels heel v strike with the heel of the club heft n the property of being large in mass heft v lift or elevate heave heft v test the weight of something by lifting it hefty adj (of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful brawny,muscular,powerful,sinewy hefty adj of considerable weight and size hefty adj large in amount or extent or degree goodly,goodish,healthy,respectable,sizable,sizeable,tidy hegel n German philosopher whose three stage process of dialectical reasoning was adopted by Karl Marx (1770-1831) hegelian n a follower of the thought of Hegel hegelian adj of or relating to Hegel or his dialectic philosophy hegemony n the dominance or leadership of one social group or nation over others heifer n young cow height n the vertical dimension of extension; distance from the base of something to the top height n the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development acme,elevation,peak,pinnacle,summit,superlative,meridian,top height n (of a standing person) the distance from head to foot stature height n elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface altitude heighten v become more extreme rise heighten v make more extreme; raise in quantity, degree, or intensity heighten v increase enhance,raise heighten v increase the height of heightening adj reaching a higher intensity heights n a high place high heinous adj extremely wicked, deeply criminal flagitious heinz n United States industrialist who manufactured and sold processed foods (1844-1919) heir n a person who is entitled by law or by the terms of a will to inherit the estate of another inheritor heir n a person who inherits some title or office successor heiress n a female heir heirloom n (law) any property that is considered by law or custom as inseparable from an inheritance is inherited with that inheritance heirloom n something that has been in a family for generations heist n the act of stealing heist n robbery at gunpoint holdup heist v commit a burglary; enter and rob a dwelling burglarize,burgle held adj occupied or in the control of; often used in combination helen n (Greek mythology) the beautiful daughter of Zeus and Leda who was abducted by Paris; the Greek army sailed to Troy to get her back which res helena n capital of the state of Montana; located in western Montana helical adj in the shape of a coil coiling,spiral,spiraling,volute,whorled helicon n a tuba that coils over the shoulder of the musician helicopter n an aircraft without wings that obtains its lift from the rotation of overhead blades chopper helios n (Greek mythology) ancient god of the sun; drove his chariot across the sky each day; identified with Roman Sol heliotrope n green chalcedony with red spots that resemble blood bloodstone helium n a very light colorless element that is one of the six inert gasses; the most difficult gas to liquefy; occurs in economically extractable am he helix n a curve that lies on the surface of a cylinder or cone and cuts the element at a constant angle spiral helix n a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops coil,spiral,volute,whorl helix n type genus of the family Helicidae hell n any place of pain and turmoil hellhole,inferno hell n a cause of difficulty and suffering blaze hell n (Christianity) the abode of Satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment perdition,inferno,pit heaven hell n (religion) the world of the dead hades,netherworld,underworld hellcat n a malicious woman with a fierce temper vixen,harpy hellebore n perennial herbs of the lily family having thick toxic rhizomes hellebore n any plant of the Eurasian genus Helleborus hellenic n the Hellenic branch of the Indo-European family of languages greek hellenic adj relating to or characteristic of the classical Greek civilization hellenistic hellenic adj of or relating to or characteristic of Greece or the Greeks or the Greek language greek,grecian hellenism n the principles and ideals associated with classical Greek civilization hellenistic adj relating to or characteristic of the classical Greek civilization hellenic heller n 100 halers equal 1 koruna Slovakia heller n 100 halers equal 1 koruna in Czech Republic heller n United States novelist whose best known work was a black comedy inspired by his experiences in the Air Force during World War II (1923-1999) heller n a rowdy or mischievous person (usually a young man) hellion,devil hellfire n a place of eternal fire envisaged as punishment for the damned hellhole n any place of pain and turmoil hell,inferno hellhound n a very evil man hellhound n (Greek mythology) the three-headed dog guarding the entrance to Hades; son of Typhon cerberus hellion n a rowdy or mischievous person (usually a young man) heller,devil hellish adj (informal) very unpleasant beastly hellish adj extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell demonic,diabolical,fiendish,infernal,satanic,unholy hellman n United States playwright; her plays were often indictments of injustice (1905-1984) hello n an expression of greeting hi,howdy helm n steering mechanism for a vessel; a mechanical device by which a vessel is steered helm n (figurative) a position of leadership helm v be at or take the helm of helmet n armor plate that protects the head helmet n a protective headgear made of hard material to resist blows helmeted adj equipped with or wearing a helmet helminth n worm that is parasitic on the intestines of vertebrates especially roundworms and tapeworms and flukes helmsman n the person who steers a ship steersman,steerer heloise n student and mistress and wife of Abelard (circa 1098-1164) helot n (Middle Ages) a person who is bound to the land and owned by the feudal lord serf,villein help n the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose aid,assist,assistance help n a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose assistant,helper,supporter help n a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do aid,assistance help n a means of serving avail,service help v give help or assistance; be of service assist,aid help v improve the condition of aid help v be of use facilitate help v abstain from doing; always used with a negative helper n a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose assistant,help,supporter helper n a person who helps people or institutions (especially with financial help) benefactor helpful adj providing assistance or serving a useful function unhelpful helpfully adv in a helpful manner helpfulness n the property of providing useful assistance helpfulness n friendliness evidence by a kindly and helpful disposition helping n an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal portion,serving helpless adj lacking in or deprived of strength or power incapacitated helpless adj unable to function; without help lost helpless adj unable to manage independently helplessly adv in a helpless manner helplessness n powerlessness revealed by an inability to act weakness helplessness n the state of needing help from something helplessness n a feeling of being unable to manage helpmeet n a helpful partner helsinki n the capital and largest city of Finland; located in southern Finland; a major port and commercial and cultural center helve n the handle of a weapon or tool haft hem n the edge of a piece of cloth; especially the finished edge that has been doubled under and stitched down hem n the utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, war ahem hem v fold over and sew together to provide with a hem hem v utter `hem' or `ahem' hematite n the principal form of iron ore; consists of ferric oxide in crystalline form; occurs in a red earthy form hematology n the branch of medicine that deals with diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs hematoma n a localized swelling filled with blood heme n a complex red organic pigment containing iron and other atoms to which oxygen binds hemimorphite n a white mineral; a common ore of zinc calamine heming n English actor who edited the first folio of Shakespeare's plays (1556-1630) hemingway n an American writer of fiction who won the Nobel prize for literature in 1954 (1899-1961) hemiplegia n paralysis of one side of the body hemisphere n half of the terrestrial globe hemisphere n half of a sphere hemisphere n either half of the cerebrum hemlock n poisonous drug derived from an Eurasian plant of the genus Conium hemlock n large branching biennial herb native to Eurasia and Africa and adventive in North America having large fernlike leaves and white flowers; us hemlock n soft coarse splintery wood of a hemlock tree especially the western hemlock hemlock n an evergreen tree hemodynamic adj or of relating to or involved in hemodynamics hemodynamics n the branch of physiology that studies the circulation of the blood and the forces involved hemoglobin n a hemoprotein composed of globin and heme that gives red blood cells their characteristic color; function primarily to transport oxygen from hemolytic adj relating to or involving or causing hemolysis hemophilia n congenital tendency to uncontrolled bleeding; usually affects males and is transmitted from mother to son hemophiliac n someone who has hemophilia and is subject to uncontrollable bleeding bleeder hemorrhage n the flow of blood from a ruptured blood vessel bleeding,haemorrhage hemorrhage v lose blood from one's body bleed hemorrhagic adj of or relating to a hemorrhage hemorrhoid n venous swelling external or internal to the anal sphincter piles hemp n a plant fiber hemp n any plant of the genus Cannabis; a coarse bushy annual with palmate leaves and clusters of small green flowers; yields tough fibers and narc cannabis hemp n a rope that is used by a hangman to execute persons who have been condemned to death by hanging halter hempen adj having or resembling fibers especially fibers used in making cordage such as those of jute fibrous hen n adult female chicken biddy hen n adult female bird hen n flesh of an older chicken suitable for stewing hen n female of certain aquatic animals e.g. octopus or lobster henbane n poisonous fetid Old World herb having sticky hairy leaves and yellow-brown flowers; yields hyoscyamine and scopolamine hence adv (used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result therefore,thence,thus,so hence adv from this place hence adv from this time henceforth adv from this time forth; from now on henceforward henceforward adv from this time forth; from now on henceforth henchman n someone who assists in a plot confederate,collaborator hendrix n United States guitarist whose innovative style with electric guitars influenced the development of rock music (1942-1970) henhouse n a farm building for housing poultry coop henna n a reddish brown dye used especially on hair henna v apply henna to one's hair henpecked adj harassed by persistent nagging dominated henry n a unit of inductance in which an induced electromotive force of one volt is produced when the current is varied at the rate of one ampere pe h henry n English chemist who studied the quantities of gas absorbed by water at different temperatures and under different pressures (1775-1836) henry n a leader of the American Revolution and a famous orator who spoke out against British rule of the American colonies (1736-1799) henry n United States physicist who studied electromagnetic phenomena (1791-1878) henson n United States puppeteer who created a troupe of puppet characters (1936-1990) hep adj informed about the latest trends hip heparin n a polysaccharide produced in basophils (especially in the lung and liver) and that inhibits the activity of thrombin in coagulation of the b hepatic n any of numerous small green nonvascular plants of the class Hepaticopsida growing in wet places and resembling green seaweeds or leafy mosse liverwort hepatic adj pertaining to or affecting the liver hepatitis n inflammation of the liver caused by a virus or a toxin hepburn n United States film actress who appeared in many films with Spencer Tracy (1907-2003) heptad n the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one seven hera n queen of the Olympian gods in ancient Greek mythology; sister and wife of Zeus remembered for her jealously of the many mortal women Zeus fe here herald n (formal) a person who announces important news trumpeter herald n something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone harbinger,forerunner,predecessor,precursor herald v foreshadow or presage announce,harbinger,foretell herald v praise vociferously acclaim,hail herald v greet enthusiastically or joyfully hail heralded adj publicly announced heraldic adj indicative of or announcing something to come heraldic adj of or relating to heraldry heraldry n the study and classification of armorial bearings and the tracing of genealogies heraldry n emblem indicating the right of a person to bear arms herb n a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests herb n aromatic potherb used in cookery for its savory qualities herbaceous adj characteristic of a nonwoody herb or plant part herbage n succulent herbaceous vegetation of pasture land herbal n tea-like drink made of leaves of various herbs herbal adj of or relating to herbs herbalist n a therapist who heals by the use of herbs herbarium n a collection of dried plants that are mounted and systematically classified for study herbert n United States musician and composer and conductor noted for his comic operas (1859-1924) herbicide n a chemical agent that destroys plants or inhibits their growth herbivore n any animal that feeds chiefly on grass and other plants herbivorous adj feeding only on plants omnivorous,insectivorous,carnivorous herculean adj displaying superhuman strength or power powerful herculean adj extremely difficult; requiring the strength of a Hercules hercules n (classical mythology) a hero noted for his strength; performed 12 immense labors to gain immortality hercules n a large constellation in the northern hemisphere between Lyra and Corona Borealis herd n a group of cattle or sheep or other domestic mammals all of the same kind that are herded by humans herd n a group of wild mammals of one species that remain together: antelope or elephants or seals or whales or zebra herd n a crowd especially of ordinary or undistinguished persons or things ruck herd v cause to herd, drive, or crowd together crowd herd v move together, like a herd herd v keep, move, or drive animals herder n German philosopher who advocated intuition over reason (1744-1803) herder n someone who drives a herd drover here n the present location; this place there here n queen of the Olympian gods in ancient Greek mythology; sister and wife of Zeus remembered for her jealously of the many mortal women Zeus fe hera here adj being here now here adv in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is there here adv in this circumstance or respect or on this point or detail here adv to this place (especially toward the speaker) hither there here adv at this time; now hereabout adv in this general vicinity hereabouts hereabouts adv in this general vicinity hereabout hereafter n life after death afterlife hereafter n the time yet to come future hereafter adv in a subsequent part of this document or statement or matter etc. hereinafter hereafter adv in a future life or state hereafter adv following this in time or order or place; after this hereby adv (formal) by means of this herewith hereditary adj occurring among members of a family usually by heredity familial,genetic,inherited,transmitted hereditary adj inherited or inheritable by established rules (usually legal rules) of descent ancestral,patrimonial heredity n the biological process whereby genetic factors are transmitted from one generation to the next heredity n the total of inherited attributes hereford n hardy English breed of cattle raised extensively in United States herein adv in this place or thing or document hereinafter adv in a subsequent part of this document or statement or matter etc. hereafter heresy n any opinions or doctrines at variance with the official or orthodox position heterodoxy heresy n a belief that rejects the orthodox tenets of a religion heretic n a person who holds religious beliefs in conflict with the dogma of the Roman Catholic Church misbeliever heretic n a person who holds unorthodox opinions in any field (not merely religion) heretical adj characterized by departure from accepted beliefs or standards dissident,heterodox heretofore adv used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time hitherto,yet herewith adv (formal) by means of this hereby heritable adj capable of being inherited inheritable heritage n practices that are handed down from the past by tradition heritage n any attribute or immaterial possession that is inherited from ancestors inheritance heritage n that which is inherited; a title or property or estate that passes by law to the heir on the death of the owner inheritance heritage n hereditary succession to a title or an office or property inheritance herman n United States jazz musician and bandleader (1913-1987) hermann n German hero; leader at the battle of Teutoburger Wald in AD 9 (circa 18 BC - AD 19) armin hermaphrodite n one having both male and female sexual characteristics and organs; at birth an unambiguous assignment of male or female cannot be made intersex hermaphrodite adj of animal or plant; having both male female reproductive organs hermaphroditic hermaphroditic adj of or relating to monoclinous plants hermaphroditic adj of animal or plant; having both male female reproductive organs hermaphrodite hermes n (Greek mythology) messenger and herald of the gods; god of commerce and cunning and invention and theft; identified with Roman Mercury hermetically adv in an airtight manner hermit n one retired from society for religious reasons hermit n one who lives in solitude recluse,solitary hermitage n the abode of a hermit hernia n rupture in smooth muscle tissue through which a bodily structure protrudes hero n a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength hero n the principal character in a play or movie or novel or poem hero n someone who fights for a cause champion,fighter,paladin hero n Greek mathematician and inventor who devised a way to determine the area of a triangle and who described various mechanical devices (first c heron herod n king of Judea who (according to the New Testament) tried to kill Jesus by ordering the death of all children under age two in Bethlehem (73- herodotus n the ancient Greek known as the father of history; his accounts of the wars between the Greeks and Persians are the first known examples of h heroic n a verse form suited to the treatment of heroic or elevated themes; dactylic hexameter or iambic pentameter heroic adj very imposing or impressive; surpassing the ordinary (especially in size or scale) epic heroic adj relating to or characteristic of heroes of antiquity heroic adj having or displaying qualities appropriate for heroes heroic adj of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope expansive,grand heroically adv in a heroic manner heroics n ostentatious or vainglorious or extravagant or melodramatic conduct heroin n a narcotic that is considered a hard drug; a highly addictive morphine derivative; intravenous injection provides the fastest and most inten heroine n the main good female character in a work of fiction heroine n a woman possessing heroic qualities or a woman who has performed heroic deeds heroism n the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle) gallantry,valor,valour heron n Greek mathematician and inventor who devised a way to determine the area of a triangle and who described various mechanical devices (first c hero heron n grey or white wading bird with long neck and long legs and (usually) long bill herpes n viral diseases causing eruptions of the skin or mucous membrane herpes n any of the animal viruses that cause painful blisters on the skin herr n a German man; used before the name as a title equivalent to Mr in English herr n a German courtesy title or form of address for a man herrick n English lyric poet (1591-1674) herring n valuable flesh of fatty fish from shallow waters of northern Atlantic or Pacific; usually salted or pickled herring n commercially important food fish of northern waters of both Atlantic and Pacific herschel n English astronomer (son of William Herschel) who extended the catalogue of stars to the southern hemisphere and did pioneering work in photo herschel n English astronomer (born in Germany) who discovered infrared light and who catalogued the stars and discovered the planet Uranus (1738-1822) hershey n United States confectioner and philanthropist who created the model industrial town of Hershey, Pennsylvania; founded an industrial school f hershey n an industrial town to the east of Harrisburg hertz n the unit of frequency; one hertz has a periodic interval of one second (named for Heinrich Rudolph Hertz) cps,cycle hertz n German physicist who was the first to produce electromagnetic waves artificially (1857-1894) hertz n German physicist who with James Franck proved the existence of the stationary energy states postulated by Bohr (1887-1975) hesitancy n a feeling of diffidence and indecision about doing something hesitancy n a certain degree of unwillingness reluctance,hesitation,disinclination hesitant adj lacking decisiveness of character; unable to act or decide quickly or firmly hesitating hesitantly adv with hesitation; in a hesitant manner unhesitatingly hesitate v pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness waver,waffle hesitate v interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing pause hesitating adj lacking decisiveness of character; unable to act or decide quickly or firmly hesitant hesitation n indecision in speech or action vacillation,wavering hesitation n a certain degree of unwillingness reluctance,hesitancy,disinclination hesitation n the act of pausing uncertainly waver,falter,faltering hesperus n a planet (usually Venus) seen at sunset in the western sky vesper hess n English pianist (1890-1965) hess n Swiss physiologist noted for studies of the brain (1881-1973) hess n Nazi leader who in 1941 flew a solo flight to Scotland in an apparent attempt to negotiate a peace treaty with Great Britain but was impriso hess n United States physicist (born in Austria) who was a discoverer of cosmic radiation (1883-1964) hesse n Swiss writer (born in Germany) whose novels and poems express his interests in eastern spiritual values (1877-1962) hessian n (19th century) a man's high tasseled boot jackboot,wellington het adj made warm or hot (`het' is a dialectal variant of `heated') heated heterocercal adj possessing a tail with the upper lobe larger than the lower and with the vertebral column prolonged into the upper lobe heterodox adj characterized by departure from accepted beliefs or standards dissident,heretical heterodoxy n any opinions or doctrines at variance with the official or orthodox position heresy heterodoxy n the quality of being unorthodox heterodyne v combine (a radio frequency wave) with a locally generated wave of a different frequency so as to produce a new frequency equal to the sum or heterodyne adj of or relating to the beat produced by heterodyning two oscillations heterogeneity n the quality of being diverse and not comparable in kind homogeneity heterogeneous adj consisting of elements that are not of the same kind or nature homogeneous heterogeneous adj originating outside the body heterosexual n a person having a sexual orientation to persons of the opposite sex straight heterosexual adj sexually attracted to members of the opposite sex homosexual,bisexual heterosexuality n a sexual attraction to (or sexual relations with) persons of the opposite sex heterosis n (genetics) the tendency of a crossbred organism to have qualities superior to those of either parent heterosporous adj characterized by heterospory heterotrophic adj requiring organic compounds of carbon and nitrogen for nourishment autotrophic heterozygous adj having dissimilar alleles at corresponding chromosomal loci homozygous heuristic n a commonsense rule (or set of rules) intended to increase the probability of solving some problem heuristic adj of or relating to or using a general formulation that serves to guide investigation algorithmic hew v make or shape as with an axe hew v strike with an axe; cut down, strike hewer n a person who hews hewn adj cut or shaped with hard blows of a heavy cutting instrument like an ax or chisel hex n an evil spell jinx,curse,whammy hex v cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something bewitch,glamour,witch,enchant,jinx hex adj of or pertaining to a number system having 16 as its base hexagon n a six-sided polygon hexagonal adj having six sides or divided into hexagons hexane n a colorless flammable liquid alkane derived from petroleum and used as a solvent hexed adj (usually used colloquially) causing or accompanied by misfortune heyday n the period of greatest prosperity or productivity flower,prime,peak,bloom,blossom,flush hezbollah n a Shiite terrorist organization with strong ties to Iran; seeks to create an Iranian fundamentalist Islamic state in Lebanon; car bombs are hi n an expression of greeting hello,howdy hi n a state in the United States in the central Pacific on the Hawaiian Islands hawaii hiatus n an interruption in the intensity or amount of something suspension,respite,reprieve,abatement hiatus n a missing piece (as a gap in a manuscript) hiatus n a natural opening or perforation through a bone or a membranous structure foramen hibernate v sleep during winter hibernate v be in an inactive or dormant state hibernation n the torpid or resting state in which some animals pass the winter hibernation n cessation from or slowing of activity during the winter; especially slowing of metabolism in some animals hibernation n the act of retiring into inactivity hibernia n an island comprising the republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland ireland hibiscus n any plant of the genus Hibiscus hiccup n (usually plural) the state of having reflex spasms of the diaphragm accompanied by a rapid closure of the glottis producing an audible sound hiccup v breathe spasmodically, and make a sound hick n a person who is not very intelligent or interested in culture yokel,rube,yahoo,hayseed,bumpkin hick adj awkwardly simple and provincial rustic,unsophisticated hickey n a small inflamed elevation of the skin; a pustule or papule; common symptom in acne pimple,zit hickey n a temporary red mark on a person's skin resulting from kissing or sucking by their lover hickory n valuable tough heavy hardwood from various hickory trees hickory n American hardwood tree bearing edible nuts hidden adj not accessible to view concealed hidden adj designed to elude detection secret hidden adj difficult to find obscure hide n the dressed skin of an animal (especially a large animal) fell hide n body covering of a living animal pelt,skin hide v prevent from being seen or discovered conceal show hide v be or go into hiding; keep out of sight, as for protection and safety hide v cover as if with a shroud shroud,enshroud,cover hide v make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing obscure,obliterate,veil hideaway n a hiding place; usually a remote place used by outlaws hideout,den hideaway n an area where you can be alone retreat hidebound adj stubbornly conservative and narrow-minded traditionalist hideous adj grossly offensive to decency or morality; causing horror horrid,horrific,outrageous hideous adj so extremely ugly as to be terrifying repulsive hideously adv in a hideous manner hideout n a hiding place; usually a remote place used by outlaws hideaway,den hiding n the activity of keeping something secret concealment,concealing hiding n the state of being hidden hie v move hurridly rush,hasten,speed,race hierarchical adj classified according to various criteria into successive levels or layers hierarchy n a series of ordered groupings of people or things within a system hierarchy n the organization of people at different ranks in an administrative body hieroglyph n writing that resembles hieroglyphics (usually by being illegible) hieroglyphic hieroglyph n a writing system using picture symbols; used in ancient Egypt hieroglyphic hieroglyphic n writing that resembles hieroglyphics (usually by being illegible) hieroglyph hieroglyphic n a writing system using picture symbols; used in ancient Egypt hieroglyph hieroglyphic adj resembling hieroglyphic writing hieroglyphic adj written in or belonging to a writing system using pictorial symbols higgle v wrangle (over a price, terms of an agreement, etc.) haggle,chaffer,huckster high n a lofty level or position or degree low high n an air mass of higher than normal pressure high n a state of sustained elation high n a state of altered consciousness induced by alcohol or narcotics high adj greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount low high adj (literal meaning) being at or having a relatively great or specific elevation or upward extension (sometimes used in combinations like `knee low high adj standing above others in quality or position eminent high adj used of sounds and voices; high in pitch or frequency low high adv at a great altitude high adv in or to a high position, amount, or degree high adv in a rich manner richly high adv far up toward the source highball n a mixed drink made of alcoholic liquor mixed with water or a carbonated beverage and served in a tall glass highboy n a tall chest of drawers divided into two sections and supported on four legs highbrow n a person of intellectual or erudite tastes highbrow adj highly cultured or educated higher adj advanced in complexity or elaboration higher adj of education beyond the secondary level highfalutin adj affectedly genteel grandiose highflying adj moving upward or along at a considerable height highflying adj extravagant or ambitious or extreme in aims or opinions highland n elevated (e.g., mountainous) land upland lowland highland adj used of high or hilly country upland highlander n a soldier in a Scottish regiment from the Highlands highlander n a native of the Highlands of Scotland highlands n a mountainous region of northern Scotland famous for its rugged beauty; known for the style of dress (the kilt and tartan) and the clan syst highlight n the most interesting or memorable part highlight n an area of lightness in a picture highlighting highlight v move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent foreground,spotlight highlight v apply a highlighter to one's cheeks or eyebrows in order to make them more prominent highlighter n a cosmetic used to highlight the eyes or cheekbones highlighter n a fluorescent marker used to mark important passages in a text highlighting n an area of lightness in a picture highlight highly adv to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect extremely highly adv at a high rate or wage highly adv in a high position or level or rank highness n (Your Highness or His Highness or Her Highness) title used to address a royal person highness n the quality of being high or lofty highness n a high degree (of amount or force etc.) highschool n a public secondary school usually including grades 9 through 12 high hightail v retreat at full speed highway n a major road for any form of motor transport hijab n a headscarf worn by Muslim women; conceals the hair and neck and usually has a face veil that covers the face hijab n the custom in some Islamic societies of women dressing modestly outside the home hijack n seizure of a vehicle in transit either to rob it or divert it to an alternate destination hijack v take arbitrarily or by force commandeer,pirate hijack v seize control of hijacker n a holdup man who stops a vehicle and steals from it hijacker n someone who uses force to take over a vehicle (especially an airplane) in order to reach an alternative destination hijacking n robbery of a traveller or vehicle in transit or seizing control of a vehicle by the use of force hike n a long walk usually for exercise or pleasure hiking,tramp hike n an increase in cost rise,boost hike n the amount a salary is increased raise,rise hike v increase boost hike v walk a long way, as for pleasure or physical exercise hiker n a foot traveler; someone who goes on an extended walk (for pleasure) tramp,tramper hiking n a long walk usually for exercise or pleasure hike,tramp hilarious adj marked by or causing boisterous merriment or convulsive laughter screaming hilariously adv in a hilarious manner hilarity n great merriment mirth,glee hildebrand n the Italian pope who fought to establish the supremacy of the pope over the Roman Catholic Church and the supremacy of the church over the s gregory hill n a local and well-defined elevation of the land hill n structure consisting of an artificial heap or bank usually of earth or stones mound hill n United States railroad tycoon (1838-1916) hill n risque English comedian (1925-1992) hill v form into a hill hillary n New Zealand mountaineer who in 1953 first attained the summit of Mount Everest with his Sherpa guide Tenzing Norgay (born in 1919) hillbilly n a disparaging term for an unsophisticated person hillel n Palestinian rabbi and interpreter of Judaic law hillock n a small natural hill knoll,mound,hummock,hammock hillside n the side or slope of a hill hilltop n the peak of a hill brow hilly adj having hills and crags craggy,mountainous hilt n the handle of a sword or dagger hilum n (anatomy) a depression or fissure where vessels or nerves or ducts enter a bodily organ hilus hilum n the scar on certain seeds marking its point of attachment to the funicle hilus n (anatomy) a depression or fissure where vessels or nerves or ducts enter a bodily organ hilum himalaya n a mountain range extending 1500 miles on the border between India and Tibet; this range contains the world's highest mountain himalayas himalayan adj of or relating to the Himalayas himalayas n a mountain range extending 1500 miles on the border between India and Tibet; this range contains the world's highest mountain himalaya himmler n German Nazi who was chief of the SS and the Gestapo and who oversaw the genocide of six million Jews (1900-1945) hin n ancient Hebrew unit of liquid measure = 1.5 gallons hind n any of several mostly spotted fishes that resemble groupers hind n a female deer, especially an adult female red deer hind adj located at or near the back of an animal back,hinder hindenburg n German field marshal and statesman; as president of the Weimar Republic he reluctantly appointed Hitler as chancellor in 1933 (1847-1934) hinder v be a hindrance or obstacle to impede hinder v hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of obstruct,blockade,block,stymie,embarrass hinder v put at a disadvantage handicap,hamper hinder adj located at or near the back of an animal back,hind hindering adj preventing movement clogging,impeding,obstructive hindi n the most widely spoken of modern Indic vernaculars; spoken mostly in the north of India; along with English it is the official language of I hindi adj of or relating to or supporting Hinduism hindu hindmost adj located farthest to the rear backmost hindquarter n the back half of a side of meat hindquarters n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,bum,buns,can,fundament hindquarters n the part of an animal that corresponds to the human buttocks croup,croupe,rump hindrance n something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress deterrent,impediment,balk,baulk,check,handicap hindrance n any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome hitch,preventive,preventative,interference hindrance n the act of hindering or obstructing or impeding interference hindsight n understanding the nature of an event after it has happened hindu n a native or inhabitant of Hindustan or India hindu n a person who adheres to Hinduism hindu adj of or relating to or supporting Hinduism hindi hinduism n the religion of most people in India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal hinduism n a body of religious and philosophical beliefs and cultural practices native to India and based on a caste system; it is characterized by a b hindustan n northern region of India where Hinduism predominates hinge n a joint that holds two parts together so that one can swing relative to the other hinge n a circumstance upon which subsequent events depend hinge v attach with a hinge hinny n hybrid offspring of a male horse and a female donkey or ass; usually sterile hint n an indirect suggestion intimation,breath hint n a slight indication clue hint n a slight but appreciable amount touch,tinge,mite,pinch,jot,speck hint n a just detectable amount trace,tint,suggestion hint v drop a hint; intimate by a hint suggest hinterland n a remote and undeveloped area backwoods,boondocks hip n either side of the body below the waist and above the thigh hip n the structure of the vertebrate skeleton supporting the lower limbs in humans and the hind limbs or corresponding parts in other vertebrates pelvis hip n the ball-and-socket joint between the head of the femur and the acetabulum coxa hip n (architecture) the exterior angle formed by the junction of a sloping side and a sloping end of a roof hip adj informed about the latest trends hep hipbone n large flaring bone forming one half of the pelvis; made up of the ilium and ischium and pubis hippie n someone who rejects the established culture; advocates extreme liberalism in politics and lifestyle hippy,hipster hippies n a youth subculture (mostly from the middle class) originating in San Francisco in the 1960s; advocated universal love and peace and communes hipsters hippo n an ancient Numidian town in northwestern Africa adjoining present-day Annaba in northeastern Algeria hippo n massive thick-skinned herbivorous animal living in or around rivers of tropical Africa hippopotamus hippocampus n a complex neural structure (shaped like a sea horse) consisting of grey matter and located on the floor of each lateral ventricle; intimatel hippocampus n seahorses hippocratic adj of or relating to Hippocrates or the school of medicine that took his name hippodrome n a stadium for horse shows or horse races hippopotamus n massive thick-skinned herbivorous animal living in or around rivers of tropical Africa hippo hippy n someone who rejects the established culture; advocates extreme liberalism in politics and lifestyle hippie,hipster hipster n someone who rejects the established culture; advocates extreme liberalism in politics and lifestyle hippie,hippy hipsters n a youth subculture (mostly from the middle class) originating in San Francisco in the 1960s; advocated universal love and peace and communes hippies hire n a newly hired employee hire n the act of hiring something or someone hire v engage or hire for work engage,employ fire hire v hold under a lease or rental agreement; of goods and services rent,charter,lease hire v engage for service under a term of contract lease,rent,charter,engage,take hired adj having services engaged for a fee hired adj hired for the exclusive temporary use of a group of travelers chartered,leased hireling n a person who works only for money hiroshima n a port city on the southwestern coast of Honshu in Japan; on August 6, 1945 Hiroshima was almost completely destroyed by the first atomic bo hirsute adj having or covered with hair hairy,haired hispanic n an American whose first language is Spanish hispanic adj related to a Spanish-speaking people or culture latino hiss n a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval) hissing,fizzle hiss n a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt boo,hoot,raspberry,razz,snort,bird hiss v make a sharp hissing sound, as if to show disapproval sizz hiss v move with a whooshing sound whoosh hiss v express or utter with a hiss sizz hiss v show displeasure, as after a performance or speech boo hisser n someone who communicates disapproval by hissing hissing n a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval) hiss,fizzle histamine n amine formed from histidine that stimulates gastric secretions and dilates blood vessels; released by the human immune system during allergi histidine n an essential amino acid found in proteins that is important for the growth and repair of tissue histogram n a bar chart representing a frequency distribution; heights of the bars represent observed frequencies histology n the branch of biology that studies the microscopic structure of animal or plant tissues histone n a simple protein containing mainly basic amino acids; present in cell nuclei in association with nucleic acids historian n a person who is an authority on history and who studies it and writes about it historic adj belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past historical historic adj important in history historical adj of or relating to the study of history historical adj having once lived or existed or taken place in the real world as distinct from being legendary historical adj belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past historic historical adj used of the study of a phenomenon (especially language) as it changes through time diachronic historically adv throughout history historically adv with respect to history historiography n a body of historical literature historiography n the writing of history history n the aggregate of past events history n a record or narrative description of past events account,chronicle,story history n the discipline that records and interprets past events involving human beings history n the continuum of events occurring in succession leading from the past to the present and even into the future histrionic adj characteristic of acting or a stage performance; often affected melodramatic histrionics n a performance of a play theatrical,representation histrionics n a deliberate display of emotion for effect hit n (baseball) a successful stroke in an athletic contest (especially in baseball) hit n the act of contacting one thing with another hitting,striking hit n a conspicuous success smash,smasher,strike,bang hit n (physics) a brief event in which two or more bodies come together collision hit v cause to move by striking hit v hit against; come into sudden contact with strike miss hit v deal a blow to, either with the hand or with an instrument hit v reach a destination, either real or abstract reach,make,attain,gain hitch n a period of time spent in military service enlistment,tour hitch n the state of inactivity following an interruption arrest,check,halt,stay,stop,stoppage hitch n an unforeseen obstacle rub,snag hitch n a connection between a vehicle and the load that it pulls hitch v to hook or entangle catch unhitch hitch v walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury limp,gimp,hobble hitch v jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched buck,jerk hitch v travel by getting free rides from motorists hitchhike,thumb hitchcock n English film director noted for his skill in creating suspense (1899-1980) hitchhike v travel by getting free rides from motorists hitch,thumb hitchhiker n a person who travels by getting free rides from passing vehicles hither adv to this place (especially toward the speaker) here hitherto adv used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time heretofore,yet hitler n German Nazi dictator during World War II (1889-1945) hitlerian adj of or relating to or suggestive of Adolf Hitler or his Nazi regime in Germany hitman n a professional killer who uses a gun gunman,gunslinger,gun,torpedo,shooter hitter n (baseball) a ballplayer who is batting batter,slugger,batsman hitter n someone who hits striker hitting n the act of contacting one thing with another hit,striking hittite n a member of an ancient people who inhabited Anatolia and northern Syria about 2000 to 1200 BC hittite n the language of the Hittites and the principal language of the Anatolian group of languages; deciphered from cuneiform inscriptions hittite adj of or relating to the Hittite people or their language or culture hiv n infection by the human immunodeficiency virus hiv n the virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS); it replicates in and kills the helper T cells hive n a teeming multitude hive n a man-made receptacle that houses a swarm of bees beehive hive n a structure that provides a natural habitation for bees; as in a hollow tree beehive hive v store, like bees hive v move together in a hive or as if in a hive hive v gather into a hive hives n an itchy skin eruption characterized by weals with pale interiors and well-defined red margins; usually the result of an allergic response t hm n a metric unit of length equal to 100 meters ho n a trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; occurs together with yttrium; forms highly magnetic compounds holmium hoagie n a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condimen bomber,grinder,hero,sub,submarine,torpedo,wedge hoar n ice crystals forming a white deposit (especially on objects outside) frost,rime hoar adj showing characteristics of age, especially having grey or white hair grey,gray,grizzly,hoary hoard n a secret store of valuables or money cache,stash hoard v save up as for future use stash,cache hoard v get or gather together collect,accumulate,amass,compile hoarder n a person who accumulates things and hides them away for future use hoarding n large outdoor signboard billboard hoarse adj deep and harsh sounding as if from shouting or illness or emotion gruff,husky hoarseness n a throaty harshness hoary adj showing characteristics of age, especially having grey or white hair grey,gray,grizzly,hoar hoary adj ancient rusty hoary adj covered with fine whitish hairs or down hoax n something intended to deceive; deliberate trickery intended to gain an advantage fraud,fraudulence,humbug hoax v subject to a playful hoax or joke hob n (folklore) a small grotesque supernatural creature that makes trouble for human beings goblin hob n (folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous elf,gremlin,pixie,brownie,imp hob n a hard steel edge tool used to cut gears hob n a shelf beside an open fire where something can be kept warm hob v cut with a hob hobart n a port and state capital of Tasmania hobbes n English materialist and political philosopher who advocated absolute sovereignty as the only kind of government that could resolve problems hobbit n an imaginary being similar to a person but smaller and with hairy feet; invented by J.R.R. Tolkien hobble n a shackle for the ankles or feet fetter hobble n the uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg hitch,limp hobble v walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury limp,gimp,hitch hobble v hamper the action or progress of hobble v strap the foreleg and hind leg together on each side (of a horse) in order to keep the legs on the same side moving in unison hopple hobbs n notable English cricketer (1882-1963) hobby n an auxiliary activity avocation,pursuit,sideline hobby n a child's plaything consisting of an imitation horse mounted on rockers; the child straddles it and pretends to ride hobby n small Old World falcon formerly trained and flown at small birds hobbyist n a person who pursues an activity in their spare time for pleasure hobnail n a short nail with a thick head; used to protect the soles of boots hobnail v supply with hobnails hobnob v rub elbows with hobo n a vagrant tramp,bum hobo n a worker who moves around and works temporarily in different places hock n any of several white wines from the Rhine River valley in Germany (`hock' is British usage) hock n tarsal joint of the hind leg of hoofed mammals; corresponds to the human ankle hock v leave as a guarantee in return for money pawn,soak hock v disable by cutting the hock hockey n a game resembling ice hockey that is played on an open field; two opposing teams use curved hockey sticks try to drive a ball into the oppon hockey n a game played on an ice rink by two opposing teams of six skaters each who try to knock a flat round puck into the opponents' goal with angl hod n an open box attached to a long pole handle; bricks or mortar are carried on the shoulder hodgepodge n a motley assortment of things melange,farrago,mishmash hodgepodge n a theory or argument made up of miscellaneous or incongruous ideas patchwork,jumble hodgkin n English physician who first described Hodgkin's disease (1798-1866) hodgkin n English chemist (born in Egypt) who used crystallography to study the structure of organic compounds (1910-1994) hodgkin n English physiologist who, with Andrew Huxley, discovered the role of potassium and sodium atoms in the transmission of the nerve impulse (19 hoe n a tool with a flat blade attached at right angles to a long handle hoe v dig with a hoe hoffa n United States labor leader who was president of the Teamsters Union; he was jailed for trying to bribe a judge and later disappeared and is hoffman n United States sculptor (1887-1966) hoffman n versatile United States film actor (born in 1937) hoffmann n Austrian architect known for his use of rectilinear units (1870-1956) hoffmann n German chemist (1818-1892) hoffmann n United States chemist (born in Poland) who used quantum mechanics to understand chemical reactions (born in 1937) hoffmann n German writer of fantastic tales (1776-1822) hog n a person regarded as greedy and pig-like pig hog n a sheep up to the age of one year; one yet to be sheared hogget,hogg hog n domestic swine pig,grunter,squealer hog v take greedily; take more than one's share hogan n United States golfer who won many major golf tournaments (1912-1997) hogan n a Navajo lodge covered with earth; traditionally built with the entrance facing east hogarth n English artist noted for a series of engravings that satirized the affectations of his time (1697-1764) hogg n Scottish writer of rustic verse (1770-1835) hogg n a sheep up to the age of one year; one yet to be sheared hog,hogget hogget n a sheep up to the age of one year; one yet to be sheared hog,hogg hogshead n a British unit of capacity for alcoholic beverages hogshead n a large cask especially one holding 63 gals hogwash n unacceptable behavior (especially ludicrously false statements) bunk,bunkum,guff,rot hohhot n a northern industrial city of China to the northwest of Beijing hoist n lifting device for raising heavy or cumbersome objects hoist v raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help lift,wind hoist v move from one place to another by lifting hoist v raise hokey adj effusively or insincerely emotional maudlin,mawkish,mushy,sentimental,sappy,soppy,soupy hokey adj artificially formal artificial,contrived,stilted hokkaido n the second largest of the four main islands of Japan; to the north of Honshu hokum n a message that seems to convey no meaning nonsense,bunk,meaninglessness hold n the act of grasping clasp,clench,clutch,clutches,grasp,grip hold n understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something appreciation,grasp hold n power by which something or someone is affected or dominated hold n time during which some action is awaited delay,postponement,wait hold v cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., `keep clean' keep,maintain hold v have or hold in one's hands or grip hold v organize or be responsible for throw,have,make,give hold v have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense have holdall n a capacious bag or basket tote holder n a holding device holder n a person who holds something holder n the person who is in possession of a check or note or bond or document of title that is endorsed to him or to whoever holds it bearer holdfast n restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place fastener,fastening,fixing holding n the act of retaining something retention,keeping holding n something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone property,belongings holdout n a negotiator who hopes to gain concessions by refusing to come to terms holdout n a refusal by a negotiator to come to terms in the hope of obtaining a better deal holdout n the act of hiding playing cards in a gambling game so they are available for personal use later holdover n an official who remains in office after his term hangover holdover n something that has survived from the past hangover holdup n robbery at gunpoint heist holdup n the act of delaying; inactivity resulting in something being put off until a later time delay hole n an opening into or through something hole n an opening deliberately made in or through something hole n one playing period (from tee to green) on a golf course hole n an unoccupied space hole v hit the ball into the hole hole v make holes in holiday n leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure vacation holiday n a day on which work is suspended by law or custom holiday v spend or take a vacation vacation holiness n the quality of being holy sanctity holistic adj emphasizing the organic or functional relation between parts and the whole holla n a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal) bellow,bellowing,holler,hollering,hollo,roar,roaring,yowl holland n a constitutional monarchy in western Europe on the North Sea; half the country lies below sea level netherlands hollander n a native or inhabitant of Holland netherlander,dutchman hollands n gin made in the Netherlands geneva holler n a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal) bellow,bellowing,holla,hollering,hollo,roar,roaring,yowl holler n a small valley between mountains hollow holler v shout out holler v utter a sudden loud cry shout,cry,call,yell,scream,hollo,squall holler v complain gripe,bitch,grouse,crab,beef,squawk,bellyache hollering n a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal) bellow,bellowing,holla,holler,hollo,roar,roaring,yowl hollo n a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal) bellow,bellowing,holla,holler,hollering,roar,roaring,yowl hollo v encourage somebody by crying hollo hollo v cry hollo hollo v utter a sudden loud cry shout,cry,call,yell,scream,holler,squall hollow n a cavity or space in something hollow n a small valley between mountains holler hollow n a depression hollowed out of solid matter hole hollow v remove the inner part or the core of excavate,dig hollow v remove the interior of hollow adj not solid; having a space or gap or cavity solid hollow adj as if echoing in a hollow space hollow adj devoid of significance or force empty,vacuous hollow adj lacking in substance or character holly n any tree or shrub of the genus Ilex having red berries and shiny evergreen leaves with prickly edges holly n United States rock star (1936-1959) hollyhock n any of various plants of the genus Althaea; similar to but having smaller flowers than genus Alcea althea hollyhock n any of various tall plants of the genus Alcea; native to the Middle East but widely naturalized and cultivated for its very large variously hollywood n the film industry of the United States hollywood n a flashy vulgar tone or atmosphere believed to be characteristic of the American film industry hollywood n a district of Los Angeles long associated with the American film industry hollywood adj of or relating to the film industry in the United States hollywood adj flashy and vulgar holmes n a fictitious detective in stories by A. Conan Doyle holmes n United States jurist noted for his liberal opinions (1841-1935) holmes n United States writer of humorous essays (1809-1894) holmes n English geologist and supporter of the theory of continental drift (1890-1965) holmium n a trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; occurs together with yttrium; forms highly magnetic compounds ho holocaust n an act of mass destruction and loss of life (especially in war or by fire) holocaust n the mass murder of Jews under the German Nazi regime from 1941 until 1945 hologram n the intermediate photograph (or photographic record) that contains information for reproducing a three-dimensional image by holography holographic adj of or relating to holography or holograms holographic adj written entirely in one's own hand holographic adj written wholly in the handwriting of the signer holstein n a breed of dairy cattle from northern Holland friesian holster n a sheath (usually leather) for carrying a handgun holster n a belt with loops or slots for carrying small hand tools holy n a sacred place of pilgrimage sanctum holy adj belonging to or derived from or associated with a divine power unholy holystone n a soft sandstone used for scrubbing the decks of a ship holystone v scrub with a holystone homage n respectful deference court hombre n an informal term for a youth or man guy,cat,bozo,sod homburg n a hat made of felt with a creased crown fedora,stetson,trilby home n where you live at a particular time place home n housing that someone is living in dwelling,domicile,abode,habitation home n the country or state or city where you live home n (baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score plate home v provide with, or send to, a home home v return home accurately from a long distance home adj used of your own ground away home adj relating to or being where one lives or where one's roots are home adj inside the country interior,internal,national home adv at or to or in the direction of one's home or family home adv on or to the point aimed at home adv to the fullest extent; to the heart homebound n people who are confined to their homes homebound adj confined usually by illness homeboy n a fellow male member of a youth gang homeboy n a male friend from your neighborhood or hometown homebrew n an alcoholic beverage (especially beer) made at home homecoming n an annual school or university reunion for graduates homecoming n a coming to or returning home return homegirl n a fellow female member of a youth gang homegrown adj grown or originating in a particular place homeland n the country where you were born fatherland,motherland homeless n someone unfortunate without housing homeless n poor people who unfortunately do not have a home to live in homeless adj without nationality or citizenship stateless homeless adj physically or spiritually homeless or deprived of security dispossessed homelessness n the state or condition of having no home (especially the state of living in the streets) homelike adj having a feeling of home; cozy and comfortable homely,homey homely adj lacking in physical beauty or proportion plain homely adj having a feeling of home; cozy and comfortable homelike,homey homely adj plain and unpretentious homely adj without artificial refinement or elegance homemade adj made or produced in the home or by yourself homemaker n a wife who manages a household while her husband earns the family income housewife homemaking n the management of a household homeopathic adj of or relating to the practice of homeopathy homeopathy n a method of treating disease with small amounts of remedies that, in large amounts in healthy people, produce symptoms similar to those bein homeostasis n (physiology) metabolic equilibrium actively maintained by several complex biological mechanisms that operate via the autonomic nervous syste homeostatic adj related to or characterized by homeostasis homeowner n someone who owns a home householder homer n a base hit on which the batter scores a run homer n ancient Greek epic poet who is believed to have written the Iliad and the Odyssey (circa 850 BC) homer n an ancient Hebrew unit of capacity equal to 10 baths or 10 ephahs homer n United States painter best known for his seascapes (1836-1910) homer v hit a home run homeric adj relating to or characteristic of Homer or his age or the works attributed to him homeroom n a classroom in which all students in a particular grade (or in a division of a grade) meet at certain times under the supervision of a teach homesick adj longing to return home homesickness n a longing to return home homespun n a rough loosely woven fabric originally made with yarn that was spun at home homespun adj of textiles; having a rough surface tweedy homespun adj characteristic of country life homespun adj made of cloth spun or woven in the home homestead n the home and adjacent grounds occupied by a family homestead n land acquired from the United States public lands by filing a record and living on and cultivating it under the homestead law homestead n dwelling that is usually a farmhouse and adjoining land homestead v settle land given by the government and occupy it as a homestead homesteader n someone who settles lawfully on government land with the intent to acquire title to it squatter,nester homestretch n the end of an enterprise homestretch n the straight stretch of a racetrack leading to the finish line hometown n the town (or city) where you grew up or where you have your principal residence homeward adj oriented toward home homeward adv toward home homework n preparatory school work done outside school (especially at home) prep,preparation homey adj having a feeling of home; cozy and comfortable homelike,homely homicidal adj characteristic of or capable of or having a tendency toward killing another human being murderous homicide n the killing of a human being by another human being homiletic adj of the nature of a homily or sermon homiletic adj of or relating to homiletics homily n a sermon on a moral or religious topic homing adj orienting or directing homeward or to a destination hominid n a primate of the family Hominidae hominid adj characterizing the family Hominidae, which includes Homo sapiens as well as extinct species of manlike creatures hominy n hulled corn with the bran and germ removed homo n someone who is sexually attracted to persons of the same sex homosexual,gay homo n any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage man,human homoerotic adj of or concerning homosexual love homoeroticism n a sexual attraction to (or sexual relations with) persons of the same sex homosexuality,gayness homogeneity n the quality of being similar or comparable in kind or nature heterogeneity homogeneity n the quality of being of uniform throughout in composition or structure homogeneous adj all of the same or similar kind or nature homogenous heterogeneous homogenization n the act of making something homogeneous or uniform in composition homogenize v cause to become equal or homogeneous as by mixing homogenize v break up the fat globules of curdle homogenize v become homogeneous or similar, as by mixing homogenized adj formed by blending unlike elements especially by reducing one element to particles and dispersing them throughout another substance homogenized adj made homogeneous homogenous adj all of the same or similar kind or nature homogeneous homogeny n (biology) similarity because of common evolution homograph n two words are homographs if they are spelled the same way but differ in meaning (e.g. fair) homologous adj having the same evolutionary origin but not necessarily the same function analogous homologous adj corresponding or similar in position or structure or function or characteristics; especially derived from an organism of the same species homonym n two words are homonyms if they are pronounced and spelled the same way but have different meanings homophobe n a person who hates or fears homosexual people homophobia n prejudice against (fear or dislike of) homosexual people and homosexuality homophobic adj prejudiced against homosexual people homophone n two words are homophones if they are pronounced the same way but differ in meaning or spelling or both (e.g. bare and bear) homophony n the same pronunciation for words of different origins homophony n part music with one dominant voice (in a homophonic style) homosexual n someone who is sexually attracted to persons of the same sex homo,gay homosexual adj sexually attracted to members of your own sex bisexual,heterosexual homosexuality n a sexual attraction to (or sexual relations with) persons of the same sex homoeroticism,gayness homosporous adj characterized by homospory homozygote n (genetics) an organism having two identical alleles of a particular gene and so breeding true for the particular characteristic homozygous adj having identical alleles at corresponding chromosomal loci heterozygous homunculus n a person who is very small but who is not otherwise deformed or abnormal manikin homunculus n a tiny fully formed individual that (according to the discredited theory of preformation) is supposed to be present in the sperm cell honcho n a person who exercises control over workers foreman,chief,gaffer,boss hondo n the central and largest of the four main islands of Japan; between the Sea of Japan and the Pacific Ocean; regarded as the Japanese mainland honduran n a native or inhabitant of Honduras honduran adj of or relating to or characteristic of Honduras or its people honduras n a republic in Central America; achieved independence from Spain in 1821; an early center of Mayan culture hone n a whetstone made of fine gritstone; used for sharpening razors hone v sharpen with a hone hone v make perfect or complete perfect honest adj not disposed to cheat or defraud; not deceptive or fraudulent honorable dishonest honest adj without dissimulation; frank honest adj worthy of being depended on dependable,reliable,true honest adj without pretensions honestly adv (used as intensives reflecting the speaker's attitude) it is sincerely the case that candidly,frankly honestly adv in an honest manner aboveboard dishonestly honesty n the quality of being honest dishonesty honesty n southeastern European plant cultivated for its fragrant purplish flowers and round flat papery silver-white seedpods that are used for indoo honey n a sweet yellow liquid produced by bees honey n a beloved person; used as terms of endearment beloved,dear,dearest,love honey v sweeten with honey honey adj of something having the color of honey honeybee n social bee often domesticated for the honey it produces honeycomb n a structure of small hexagonal cells constructed from beeswax by bees and used to store honey and larvae honeycomb n a framework of hexagonal cells resembling the honeycomb built by bees honeycomb v carve a honeycomb pattern into honeycomb v penetrate thoroughly and into every part honeycomb v make full of cavities, like a honeycomb honeydew n the fruit of a variety of winter melon vine; a large smooth greenish-white melon with pale green flesh honeyed adj with honey added honeyed adj pleasing to the ear dulcet,sweet honeymoon n a holiday taken by a newly married couple honeymoon n the early (usually calm and harmonious) period of a relationship; business or political honeymoon v spend a holiday after one's marriage honeymooner n someone recently married newlywed honeysuckle n shrub or vine of the genus Lonicera honeysuckle n shrubby tree with silky foliage and spikes of cylindrical yellow nectarous flowers honeysuckle n columbine of eastern North America having long-spurred red flowers honk n the cry of a goose (or any sound resembling this) honk v make a loud noise blare,beep,toot honk v use the horn of a car honk v cry like a goose cronk honk v eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth vomit,purge,cast,sick,cat,disgorge,retch,puke honolulu n the capital and largest city of Hawaii; located on a large bay on the island of Oahu honor n a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction award,accolade,honour,laurels honor n the state of being honored honour,laurels dishonor honor n the quality of being honorable and having a good name honour dishonor honor n a woman's virtue or chastity honour,purity honor v bestow honor or rewards upon honour,reward dishonor honor v show respect towards respect,honour,observe honor v accept as pay honour dishonor honorable adj not disposed to cheat or defraud; not deceptive or fraudulent honest honorable adj worthy of being honored; entitled to honor and respect honourable dishonorable honorable adj adhering to ethical and moral principles ethical,honourable honorable adj deserving of esteem and respect estimable,good,respectable honorably adv in an honorable manner honorably adv with honor honorarium n a fee paid for a nominally free service honorary adj given as an honor without the normal duties honored adj having an illustrious reputation; respected esteemed,prestigious honoree n a recipient of honors in recognition of noteworthy accomplishments honorific n an expression of respect honorific adj conferring or showing honor or respect honoring n conformity with law or custom or practice etc. observance honour n the state of being honored honor,laurels honour n a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction award,accolade,honor,laurels honour n the quality of being honorable and having a good name honor honour n a woman's virtue or chastity honor,purity honour v bestow honor or rewards upon honor,reward honour v show respect towards respect,honor,observe honour v accept as pay honor honourable adj worthy of being honored; entitled to honor and respect honorable honourable adj adhering to ethical and moral principles ethical,honorable hooch n an illicitly distilled (and usually inferior) alcoholic liquor hood n an aggressive and violent young criminal hoodlum,goon,punk,thug,tough hood n a protective covering that is part of a plant cap hood n (slang) a neighborhood hood n a tubular attachment used to keep stray light out of the lens of a camera hood v cover with a hood hoodlum n an aggressive and violent young criminal hood,goon,punk,thug,tough hoodoo n (geology) a column of weathered and unusually shaped rock hoodoo n a practitioner of voodoo hoodoo n a charm superstitiously believed to embody magical powers juju,voodoo,fetish hoodoo n something believed to bring bad luck hoodoo v bring bad luck; be a source of misfortune hoodwink v influence by slyness juggle,beguile hoodwink v conceal one's true motives from especially by elaborately feigning good intentions so as to gain an end snow hooey n senseless talk stuff,poppycock hoof n the foot of an ungulate mammal hoof n the horny covering of the end of the foot in ungulate mammals hoof v walk foot hoof v dance in a professional capacity hoofed adj having or resembling hoofs hoofing n dancing in which the steps are more important than gestures or postures hook n a catch for locking a door hook n a sharp curve or crook; a shape resembling a hook hook n anything that serves as an enticement bait,lure,sweetener hook n a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something claw hook v fasten with a hook unhook hook v rip off; ask an unreasonable price overcharge,soak,surcharge,gazump,fleece,plume,pluck,rob hook v make a piece of needlework by interlocking and looping thread with a hooked needle crochet hook v hit a ball and put a spin on it so that it travels to the left hookah n an oriental tobacco pipe with a long flexible tube connected to a container where the smoke is cooled by passing through water shisha,chicha hooke n English scientist who formulated the law of elasticity and proposed a wave theory of light and formulated a theory of planetary motion and p hooked adj curved down like an eagle's beak hooked adj addicted to a drug dependent hooked adj having or resembling a hook (especially in the ability to grasp and hold) hooker n United States general in the Union Army who was defeated at Chancellorsville by Robert E. Lee (1814-1879) hooker n English theologian (1554-1600) hooker n a prostitute who attracts customers by walking the streets streetwalker,hustler,slattern hooker n a golfer whose shots typically curve left (for right-handed golfers) hooking n a golf shot that curves to the left for a right-handed golfer hook,draw hooknose n a nose with a prominent slightly aquiline bridge hooks n large strong hand (as of a fighter) hookup n a device providing a connection between a power source and a user hookup n a system of components assembled together for a particular purpose assemblage hookworm n parasitic bloodsucking roundworms having hooked mouth parts to fasten to the intestinal wall of human and other hosts hookworm n infestation of the intestines by hookworms which enter the body (usually) through the skin hooky n failure to attend (especially school) truancy hooligan n a cruel and brutal fellow bully,tough,ruffian,rowdy,yob hooliganism n willful wanton and malicious destruction of the property of others vandalism hoop n a light curved skeleton to spread out a skirt hoop n a rigid circular band of metal or wood or other material used for holding or fastening or hanging or pulling ring hoop n a small arch used as croquet equipment wicket hoop n horizontal circular metal hoop supporting a net through which players try to throw the basketball basket hoop v bind or fasten with a hoop hoopla n blatant or sensational promotion ballyhoo,hype,plug hoopoe n any of several crested Old World birds with a slender downward-curved bill hoops n a game played on a court by two opposing teams of 5 players; points are scored by throwing the ball through an elevated horizontal hoop basketball hooray n a victory cheer hurrah hoosier n a native or resident of Indiana hoot n a loud raucous cry (as of an owl) hoot n a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt boo,hiss,raspberry,razz,snort,bird hoot n something of little value damn,darn,shit,shucks hoot v to utter a loud clamorous shout hoot v utter the characteristic sound of owls hooter n informal terms for the nose beak,nozzle,snoot,snout hooter n a device on an automobile for making a warning noise horn hooter n nocturnal bird of prey with hawk-like beak and claws and large head with front-facing eyes owl hoover n United States industrialist who manufactured vacuum cleaners (1849-1932) hoover n United States lawyer who was director of the FBI for 48 years (1895-1972) hoover n 31st President of the United States; in 1929 the stock market crashed and the economy collapsed and Hoover was defeated for reelection by Fr hoover n a kind of vacuum cleaner hoover v clean with a vacuum cleaner vacuum hop n the act of hopping; jumping upward or forward (especially on one foot) hop n twining perennials having cordate leaves and flowers arranged in conelike spikes; the dried flowers of this plant are used in brewing to add hops hop n an informal dance where popular music is played hop v jump lightly skip hop v move quickly from one place to another hop v travel by means of an aircraft, bus, etc. hop v traverse as if by a short airplane trip hope n a specific instance of feeling hopeful hope n the general feeling that some desire will be fulfilled despair hope n grounds for feeling hopeful about the future promise hope n someone (or something) on which expectations are centered hope v expect and wish trust,desire hope v be optimistic; be full of hope; have hopes despair hope v intend with some possibility of fulfilment hopeful n an ambitious and aspiring young person aspirant,wannabe hopeful adj having or manifesting hope hopeless hopeful adj likely to turn out well in the future bright,promising hopefully adv with hope; in a hopeful manner hopelessly hopefully adv it is hoped hopefulness n full of hope hopefulness n the feeling you have when you have hope hopelessness hopeless adj without hope because there seems to be no possibility of comfort or success hopeful hopeless adj of a person unable to do something skillfully hopeless adj certain to fail hopeless adj (informal to emphasize how bad it is) beyond hope of management or reform hopelessly adv in a hopeless manner hopelessly adv in a dispirited manner without hope hopelessly adv without hope; desperate because there seems no possibility of comfort or success hopefully hopelessness n the despair you feel when you have abandoned hope of comfort or success hopefulness hopi n a member of the Shoshonean people of northeastern Arizona hopi n the Shoshonean language spoken by the Hopi hopkins n United States educator and theologian (1802-1887) hopkins n United States financier and philanthropist who left money to found the university and hospital that bear his name in Baltimore (1795-1873) hopkins n English poet (1844-1889) hopkins n English biochemist who did pioneering work that led to the discovery of vitamins (1861-1947) hopper n funnel-shaped receptacle; contents pass by gravity into a receptacle below hopper n someone who hops hopper n a machine used for picking hops hopper n terrestrial plant-eating insect with hind legs adapted for leaping grasshopper hopple v strap the foreleg and hind leg together on each side (of a horse) in order to keep the legs on the same side moving in unison hobble hops n twining perennials having cordate leaves and flowers arranged in conelike spikes; the dried flowers of this plant are used in brewing to add hop hopscotch n a game in which a child tosses a stone into an area drawn on the ground and then hops through it and back to regain the stone horace n Roman lyric poet said to have influenced English poetry (65-8 BC) horde n a vast multitude host,legion horde n a nomadic community horde n a moving crowd drove,swarm horehound n any of various aromatic herbs of the genus Marrubium horehound n a candy that is flavored with an extract of the horehound plant horizon n the line at which the sky and Earth appear to meet skyline horizon n the range of interest or activity that can be anticipated view,purview horizon n a specific layer or stratum of soil or subsoil in a vertical cross section of land horizon n the great circle on the celestial sphere whose plane passes through the sensible horizon and the center of the Earth horizontal n something that is oriented horizontally horizontal adj parallel to or in the plane of the horizon or a base line vertical,inclined horizontally adv in a horizontal direction hormonal adj of or relating to or caused by hormones hormone n the secretion of an endocrine gland that is transmitted by the blood to the tissue on which it has a specific effect endocrine horn n a noisemaker (as at parties or games) that makes a loud noise when you blow through it horn n one of the bony outgrowths on the heads of certain ungulates horn n a noise made by the driver of an automobile to give warning horn n a high pommel of a Western saddle (usually metal covered with leather) horn v stab or pierce with a horn or tusk tusk hornbeam n any of several trees or shrubs of the genus Carpinus hornbill n bird of tropical Africa and Asia having a very large bill surmounted by a bony protuberance; related to kingfishers hornblende n a green to black mineral of the amphibole group; consists of silicates of calcium and sodium and magnesium and iron hornbook n a primer that provides instruction in the rudiments or basic skills of a branch of knowledge horne n United States operatic mezzo-soprano (born 1934) horne n United States singer and actress (born in 1917) horned adj having a horn or horns or hornlike parts or horns of a particular kind hornless hornet n large stinging paper wasp hornless adj having no horns horned hornlike adj made of horn (or of a substance resembling horn) horny hornpipe n a British solo dance performed by sailors hornpipe n music for dancing the hornpipe hornpipe n an ancient (now obsolete) single-reed woodwind; usually made of bone horny adj feeling great sexual desire aroused,randy,steamy horny adj having horns or hornlike projections horny adj made of horn (or of a substance resembling horn) hornlike horoscope n a prediction of someone's future based on the relative positions of the planets horoscope n a diagram of the positions of the planets and signs of the zodiac at a particular time and place horowitz n Russian concert pianist who was a leading international virtuoso (1904-1989) horrendous adj causing fear or dread or terror awful,dire,dread,dreaded,dreadful,fearful,fearsome,frightening horrible adj provoking horror atrocious,frightful,horrifying,ugly horribly adv of a dreadful kind dreadfully,awfully horrid adj exceedingly bad horrid adj grossly offensive to decency or morality; causing horror hideous,horrific,outrageous horrific adj grossly offensive to decency or morality; causing horror hideous,horrid,outrageous horrific adj causing fear or dread or terror awful,dire,dread,dreaded,dreadful,fearful,fearsome,frightening horrified adj stricken with horror horrify v fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised dismay,alarm,appall horrifying adj provoking horror atrocious,frightful,horrible,ugly horror n intense and profound fear horror n something that inspires horror; something horrible horror n intense aversion repulsion,revulsion horse n solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times horse n a padded gymnastic apparatus on legs horse n troops trained to fight on horseback cavalry horse n a framework for holding wood that is being sawed sawhorse,buck horse v provide with a horse or horses horseback n the back of a horse horseback n a narrow ridge of hills horseback adv on the back of a horse ahorse horseflesh n the flesh of horses as food horsefly n winged fly parasitic on horses horsefly n large swift fly the female of which sucks blood of various animals cleg,clegg horsehead n any of several silvery marine fishes with very flat bodies horseman n a man skilled in equitation equestrian horseman n a person who breeds and cares for horses horsemanship n skill in handling and riding horses horseplay n rowdy or boisterous play horsepower n a unit of power equal to 746 watts hp horseradish n the root of the horseradish plant; it is grated or ground and used for seasoning horseradish n coarse Eurasian plant cultivated for its thick white pungent root horseradish n grated horseradish root horseshit n obscene words for unacceptable behavior bullshit,bull,shit,crap horseshoe n game equipment consisting of an open ring of iron used in playing horseshoes horseshoe n U-shaped plate nailed to underside of horse's hoof shoe horseshoe v equip (a horse) with a horseshoe or horseshoes horseshoes n a game in which iron rings (or open iron rings) are thrown at a stake in the ground in the hope of encircling it quoits horsetail n perennial rushlike flowerless herbs with jointed hollow stems and narrow toothlike leaves that spread by creeping rhizomes; tend to become w horst n a ridge of the earth's crust that has been forced upward between two faults and so is higher than the surrounding land horticultural adj of or relating to the cultivation of plants horticulture n the cultivation of plants gardening horticulturist n an expert in the science of cultivating plants (fruit or flowers or vegetables or ornamental plants) horus n Egyptian solar god with the head of a falcon; the son of Osiris and Isis hosanna n a cry of praise or adoration (to God) hose n socks and stockings and tights collectively (the British include underwear) hosiery hose n man's close-fitting garment of the 16th and 17th centuries covering the legs and reaching up to the waist; worn with a doublet hose n a flexible pipe for conveying a liquid or gas hose v water with a hose hosier n a tradesman who sells hosiery and (in England) knitwear hosiery n socks and stockings and tights collectively (the British include underwear) hose hospice n a lodging for travelers (especially one kept by a monastic order) hospice n a program of medical and emotional care for the terminally ill hospitable adj favorable to life and growth inhospitable hospitable adj disposed to treat guests and strangers with cordiality and generosity inhospitable hospitable adj having an open mind hospital n a health facility where patients receive treatment infirmary hospital n a medical institution where sick or injured people are given medical or surgical care hospitality n kindness in welcoming guests or strangers hospitalization n a period of time when you are confined to a hospital hospitalization n the condition of being treated as a patient in a hospital hospitalization n insurance that pays all or part of a patient's hospital expense hospitalization n placing in medical care in a hospital hospitalize v admit into a hospital host n a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there host n a vast multitude horde,legion host n an animal or plant that nourishes and supports a parasite; it does not benefit and is often harmed by the association parasite host n a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers) emcee host v be the host of or for hostage n a prisoner who is held by one party to insure that another party will meet specified terms surety hostel n a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers inn,lodge hostel n inexpensive supervised lodging (especially for youths on bicycling trips) hosteller n an owner or manager of hotels hotelier hosteller n a traveler who lodges in hostels hostess n a woman host hostess n a woman innkeeper hostess n a woman steward on an airplane stewardess hostile n troops belonging to the enemy's military forces friendly hostile adj characterized by enmity or ill will amicable hostile adj not belonging to your own country's forces or those of an ally friendly hostile adj impossible to bring into friendly accord hostile adj very unfavorable to life or growth unfriendly hostilities n fighting; acts of overt warfare hostility n a hostile (very unfriendly) disposition hostility n a state of deep-seated ill-will enmity,antagonism hostility n the feeling of a hostile person enmity hostility n violent action that is hostile and usually unprovoked aggression hostler n someone employed in a stable to take care of the horses groom,ostler hot adj used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or bu cold hot adj characterized by violent and forceful activity or movement; very intense raging hot adj extended meanings; especially of psychological heat; marked by intensity or vehemence especially of passion or enthusiasm cold hot adj (color) bold and intense hotbed n a situation that is ideal for rapid development (especially of something bad) hotbed n a bed of earth covered with glass and heated by rotting manure to promote the growth of plants hotdog n someone who performs dangerous stunts to attract attention to himself hotdog n a frankfurter served hot on a bun hotdog n a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll frank,frankfurter,dog,wiener hotel n a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services hotelier n an owner or manager of hotels hosteller hothouse n a greenhouse in which plants are arranged in a pleasing manner conservatory hotly adv in a heated manner heatedly hotpot n a stew of meat and potatoes cooked in a tightly covered pot hotshot n someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field ace,adept,champion,sensation,virtuoso,genius,star,superstar hotspot n a place of political unrest and potential violence flashpoint hotspot n a point of relatively intense heat or radiation hotspot n a lively entertainment spot hotspur n English soldier killed in a rebellion against Henry IV (1364-1403) percy hotspur n a rash or impetuous person houdini n United States magician (born in Hungary) famous for his ability to escape from chains or handcuffs or straitjackets or padlocked containers houghton n United States publisher who founded a printing shop that became an important book publisher (1823-1895) houghton n a town in northwest Michigan on the Upper Peninsula hound n any of several breeds of dog used for hunting typically having large drooping ears hound n someone who is morally reprehensible cad,bounder,blackguard,dog,heel hound v pursue or chase relentlessly hunt,trace hour n a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day hr hour n clock time hour n a special and memorable period hour n distance measured by the time taken to cover it minute hourglass n a sandglass that runs for sixty minutes hourly adj occurring every hour or payable by the hour hourly adv every hour; by the hour hours n a period of time assigned for work hours n an indefinite period of time house n a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families house n the members of a business organization that owns or operates one or more establishments firm house n the members of a religious community living together house n the audience gathered together in a theatre or cinema house v contain or cover house v provide housing for houseboat n a barge that is designed and equipped for use as a dwelling housebreak v train (a pet) to live cleanly in a house housebroken adj (of pets) trained to urinate and defecate outside or in a special place houseful n as many as a house will accommodate houseguest n a guest entertained in your house household n a social unit living together family,house,home householder n someone who owns a home homeowner housekeeper n a servant who is employed to perform domestic task in a household housekeeping n the work of cleaning and running a house housework housemaid n a female domestic maid,maidservant,amah houseman n an advanced student or graduate in medicine gaining supervised practical experience (`houseman' is a British term) intern housemate n someone who resides in the same house with you housemother n a woman employed as a chaperon in a residence for young people houseplant n any of a variety of plants grown indoors for decorative purposes housetop n the roof of a house housewarming n a party of people assembled to celebrate moving into a new home housewife n a wife who manages a household while her husband earns the family income homemaker housework n the work of cleaning and running a house housekeeping housing n structures collectively in which people are housed lodging housing n a protective cover designed to contain or support a mechanical component housing n stable gear consisting of a decorated covering for a horse, especially (formerly) for a warhorse trapping houston n the largest city in Texas; located in southeastern Texas near the Gulf of Mexico; site of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration houston n United States politician and military leader who fought to gain independence for Texas from Mexico and to make it a part of the United State houyhnhnm n one of a race of intelligent horses who ruled the Yahoos in a novel by Jonathan Swift hovel n small crude shelter used as a dwelling hut,hutch,shack,shanty hover v be undecided about something; waver between conflicting positions or courses of action vibrate,vacillate,oscillate hover v move to and fro linger hover v hang in the air; fly or be suspended above hover v be suspended in the air, as if in defiance of gravity levitate hovercraft n a craft capable of moving over water or land on a cushion of air created by jet engines howard n English actor of stage and screen (1893-1943) howard n Queen of England as the fifth wife of Henry VIII who was accused of adultery and executed (1520-1542) howdah n a (usually canopied) seat for riding on the back of a camel or elephant howdy n an expression of greeting hello,hi howe n United States editor (1920-1993) howe n Canadian hockey player who holds the record for playing the most games (born 1928) howe n United States feminist who was active in the women's suffrage movement (1819-1910) howe n United States inventor who built early sewing machines and won suits for patent infringement against other manufacturers (including Isaac M. howells n United States writer and editor (1837-1920) however adv despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession) nevertheless,withal,still,yet,nonetheless,notwithstanding however adv by contrast; on the other hand however adv to whatever degree or extent however adv in whatever way or manner howitzer n a muzzle-loading high-angle gun with a short barrel that fires shells at high elevations for a short range mortar howl n a long loud emotional utterance howling howl n the long plaintive cry of a hound or a wolf howl n a loud sustained noise resembling the cry of a hound howl v emit long loud cries wail,roar,yawl howl v cry loudly, as of animals wrawl,yammer,yowl howl v make a loud noise, as of wind, water, or vehicles roar howl v laugh unrestrainedly and heartily roar howler n a joke that seems extremely funny scream,wow,riot howler n monkey of tropical South American forests having a loud howling cry howler n a glaring blunder howling n a long loud emotional utterance howl howling adj extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers fantastic,grand,marvelous,marvellous,rattling,terrific,tremendous,wonderful hoy n a flatbottom boat for carrying heavy loads (especially on canals) barge,flatboat,lighter hoyden n a girl who behaves in a boyish manner tomboy,romp hoyle n an English astrophysicist and advocate of the steady state theory of cosmology; described processes of nucleosynthesis inside stars (1915-20 hoyle n English writer on card games (1672-1769) hp n a unit of power equal to 746 watts horsepower hr n a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day hour hua n an Islamic fundamentalist group in Pakistan that fought the Soviet Union in Afghanistan in the 1980s; now operates as a terrorist organizati hum hub n the central part of a car wheel (or fan or propeller etc) through which the shaft or axle passes hub n a center of activity or interest or commerce or transportation; a focal point around which events revolve hubbard n a United States writer of science fiction and founder of Scientology (1911-1986) hubbard n a mountain peak in southeastern Alaska that is part of the Coast Range (14,950 feet high) hubble n United States astronomer who discovered that (as the universe expands) the speed with which nebulae recede increases with their distance fro hubbub n loud confused noise from many sources uproar hubby n a married man; a woman's partner in marriage husband hubris n overbearing pride or presumption huck n toweling consisting of coarse absorbent cotton or linen fabric huckleberry n any of various dark-fruited as distinguished from blue-fruited blueberries huckleberry n any of several shrubs of the genus Gaylussacia bearing small berries resembling blueberries huckleberry n blue-black berry similar to blueberries and bilberries of the eastern United States huckster n a seller of shoddy goods huckster n a person who writes radio or tv advertisements huckster v sell or offer for sale from place to place peddle,monger,hawk,vend,pitch huckster v wrangle (over a price, terms of an agreement, etc.) haggle,higgle,chaffer hud n the United States federal department that administers federal programs dealing with better housing and urban renewal; created in 1965 huddle n (informal) a quick private conference powwow huddle n a disorganized and densely packed crowd huddle v crowd or draw together huddle v crouch or curl up cower huddled adj crowded or massed together hudson n a New York river; flows southward into New York Bay; explored by Henry Hudson early in the 17th century hudson n English naturalist (born in Argentina) (1841-1922) hudson n English navigator who discovered the Hudson River; in 1610 he attempted to winter in Hudson Bay but his crew mutinied and set him adrift to hue n the quality of a color as determined by its dominant wavelength hue v take on color or become colored hue v suffuse with color imbue huff n a state of irritation or annoyance miff huff v inhale recreational drugs snort huff v blow hard and loudly puff,chuff huffing n an act of forcible exhalation puffing,snorting huffish adj sullen or moody sulky huffy adj quick to take offense feisty,touchy huffy adj roused to anger mad,sore hug n a tight or amorous embrace clinch,squeeze hug v hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness embrace,bosom,squeeze hug v fit closely or tightly huge adj unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope immense,vast,brobdingnagian hugely adv extremely enormously,tremendously,staggeringly hugger n a person who hugs hugging n affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs) caressing,cuddling,fondling,kissing,petting huggins n English astronomer who pioneered spectroscopic analysis in astronomy and who discovered the red shift (1824-1910) hughes n English poet (born in 1930) hughes n United States writer (1902-1967) hughes n United States industrialist who was an aviator and a film producer; during the last years of his life he was a total recluse (1905-1976) hughes n United States jurist who served as chief justice of the United States Supreme Court (1862-1948) hugo n French poet and novelist and dramatist; leader of the romantic movement in France (1802-1885) huguenot n a French Calvinist of the 16th or 17th centuries hula n a Polynesian rain dance performed by a woman hulk n a very large person; impressive in size or qualities giant,heavyweight,whale hulk n a ship that has been wrecked and abandoned hulk v appear very large or occupy a commanding position loom,tower,predominate hulking adj of great size and bulk hull n dry outer covering of a fruit or seed or nut hull n persistent enlarged calyx at base of e.g. a strawberry or raspberry hull n United States naval officer who commanded the `Constitution' during the War of 1812 and won a series of brilliant victories against the Brit hull n United States diplomat who did the groundwork for creating the United Nations (1871-1955) hull v remove the hulls from hullabaloo n disturbance usually in protest agitation,excitement,turmoil,upheaval hum n the state of being or appearing to be actively engaged in an activity busyness hum n an Islamic fundamentalist group in Pakistan that fought the Soviet Union in Afghanistan in the 1980s; now operates as a terrorist organizati hua hum n a humming noise humming hum v sing with closed lips hum v be noisy with activity buzz,seethe hum v sound with a monotonous hum thrum hum v make a low continuous sound human n any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage homo,man human adj characteristic of humanity human adj relating to a person human adj having human form or attributes as opposed to those of animals or divine beings nonhuman humane adj pertaining to or concerned with the humanities humanist,humanistic humane adj marked or motivated by concern with the alleviation of suffering inhumane humane adj showing evidence of moral and intellectual advancement humanely adv in a humane manner humanism n the doctrine that people's duty is to promote human welfare humanism n the doctrine emphasizing a person's capacity for self-realization through reason; rejects religion and the supernatural humanism n the cultural movement of the Renaissance; based on classical studies humanist n a classical scholar or student of the liberal arts humanist n an advocate of the principles of humanism; someone concerned with the interests and welfare of humans humanitarian humanist adj of or pertaining to Renaissance humanism humanistic humanist adj of or pertaining to a philosophy asserting human dignity and man's capacity for fulfillment through reason and scientific method and often r humanistic humanist adj pertaining to or concerned with the humanities humanistic,humane humanist adj marked by humanistic values and devotion to human welfare humanistic,humanitarian humanistic adj of or pertaining to a philosophy asserting human dignity and man's capacity for fulfillment through reason and scientific method and often r humanist humanistic adj of or pertaining to Renaissance humanism humanist humanistic adj pertaining to or concerned with the humanities humanist,humane humanistic adj marked by humanistic values and devotion to human welfare humanist,humanitarian humanitarian n someone devoted to the promotion of human welfare and to social reforms improver humanitarian n an advocate of the principles of humanism; someone concerned with the interests and welfare of humans humanist humanitarian adj marked by humanistic values and devotion to human welfare humanist,humanistic humanitarian adj of or relating to or characteristic of humanitarianism humanities n studies intended to provide general knowledge and intellectual skills (rather than occupational or professional skills) arts humanity n the quality of being humane humanity n the quality of being human humanness,manhood humanity n all of the living human inhabitants of the earth world,humankind,humans,mankind,man humanize v make more humane dehumanize humankind n all of the living human inhabitants of the earth world,humanity,humans,mankind,man humanly adv in the manner of human beings humanness n the quality of being human humanity,manhood humanoid n an automaton that resembles a human being android humans n all of the living human inhabitants of the earth world,humanity,humankind,mankind,man humble v cause to be unpretentious humble v cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of humiliate,mortify,chagrin,abase humble adj low or inferior in station or quality low,lowly,modest,small humble adj marked by meekness or modesty; not arrogant or prideful proud humble adj used of unskilled work (especially domestic work) menial,lowly humble adj of low birth or station (`base' is archaic in this sense) base,lowly humbled adj subdued or brought low in condition or status broken,crushed,humiliated,low humbling adj causing awareness of your shortcomings demeaning,humiliating humbly adv in a humble manner meekly humbly adv in a miserly manner humboldt n German philologist noted for his studies of the relation between language and culture (1767-1835) humboldt n German naturalist who explored Central and South America and provided a comprehensive description of the physical universe (1769-1859) humbug n pretentious or silly talk or writing baloney,bosh,drool,tosh,twaddle humbug n communication (written or spoken) intended to deceive humbug n something intended to deceive; deliberate trickery intended to gain an advantage fraud,fraudulence,hoax humbug v trick or deceive humdinger n someone of remarkable excellence humdrum n the quality of wearisome constancy, routine, and lack of variety monotony,sameness humdrum adj not challenging; dull and lacking excitement commonplace,prosaic,unglamorous humdrum adj tediously repetitious or lacking in variety monotonous hume n Scottish philosopher skeptical philosophy restricted human knowledge to that which can be perceived by the senses (1711-1776) humerus n bone extending from the shoulder to the elbow humid adj containing or characterized by a great deal of water vapor humidifier n an appliance designed to add moisture to the air in a building humidity n wetness in the atmosphere humiliate v cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of mortify,chagrin,humble,abase humiliated adj subdued or brought low in condition or status broken,crushed,humbled,low humiliated adj made to feel uncomfortable because of shame or wounded pride embarrassed,mortified humiliating adj causing awareness of your shortcomings demeaning,humbling humiliation n state of disgrace or loss of self-respect humiliation n strong feelings of embarrassment chagrin,mortification humiliation n an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect mortification humiliation n depriving one of self-esteem abasement humility n a disposition to be humble; a lack of false pride conceit humility n a humble feeling pride hummer n a singer who produces a tune without opening the lips or forming words hummer n (baseball) a pitch thrown with maximum velocity fastball,heater,smoke,bullet humming n a humming noise hum humming n the act of singing with closed lips hummingbird n tiny American bird having brilliant iridescent plumage and long slender bills; wings are specialized for vibrating flight hummock n a small natural hill knoll,mound,hillock,hammock hummus n a thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic; used especially as a dip for pita; originated in the Middle East humus humongous adj (used informally) very large banging,thumping,whopping,walloping humor n a message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter wit,humour humor n the trait of appreciating (and being able to express) the humorous humour humor n a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling temper,mood,humour humor n the quality of being funny humour humor v put into a good mood humour humoral adj of or relating to bodily fluids humorist n someone who acts speaks or writes in an amusing way humorless adj lacking humor humorous humorous adj full of or characterized by humor humorless humorously adv in a humorous manner humour n a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling temper,mood,humor humour n a message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter wit,humor humour n (Middle Ages) one of the four fluids in the body whose balance was believed to determine your emotional and physical state humor humour n the liquid parts of the body humor humour v put into a good mood humor hump n something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings bulge,bump,swelling,jut,prominence,protuberance,protrusion,extrusion hump v round one's back by bending forward and drawing the shoulders forward hunch hump v have sexual intercourse with love,know,screw,fuck,jazz,eff,bed,bang humpback n an abnormal backward curve to the vertebral column hunchback humpback n a person whose back is hunched because of abnormal curvature of the upper spine hunchback humpback n large whalebone whale with long flippers noted for arching or humping its back as it dives humped adj characteristic of or suffering from kyphosis, an abnormality of the vertebral column gibbous humus n partially decomposed organic matter; the organic component of soil humus n a thick spread made from mashed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and garlic; used especially as a dip for pita; originated in the Middle East hummus humvee n a high mobility, multipurpose, military vehicle with four-wheel drive hun n a member of a nomadic people who invaded Europe in the 4th century hun n offensive term for a person of German descent kraut,boche,jerry hunan n a province in southeastern central China between the Nan Ling mountains and the Chang Jiang; noted for its timber and valuable mineral resou hunch n an impression that something might be the case intuition,suspicion hunch n the act of bending yourself into a humped position hunch v round one's back by bending forward and drawing the shoulders forward hump hunchback n an abnormal backward curve to the vertebral column humpback hunchback n a person whose back is hunched because of abnormal curvature of the upper spine humpback hunched adj having the back and shoulders rounded; not erect stooped,stooping,crooked hundred n ten 10s c,century hundred adj being ten more than ninety c hundredth n position 100 in a countable series of things hundredth n one part in a hundred equal parts hundredth adj the ordinal number of one hundred in counting order hundredweight n a unit of weight equal to 100 kilograms centner hundredweight n a United States unit of weight equivalent to 100 pounds centner,cental,quintal hundredweight n a British unit of weight equivalent to 112 pounds hungarian n a native or inhabitant of Hungary magyar hungarian n the official language of Hungary (also spoken in Rumania); belongs to the Ugric family of languages magyar hungarian adj relating to or characteristic of Hungary magyar hungary n a republic in central Europe hunger n a physiological need for food; the consequence of food deprivation hunger n strong desire for something (not food or drink) thirst hunger v feel the need to eat hunger v have a craving, appetite, or great desire for crave,thirst,starve,lust hunger v be hungry; go without food starve hungrily adv in the manner of someone who is very hungry hungry adj feeling hunger; feeling a need or desire to eat food thirsty hungry adj (usually followed by `for') extremely desirous thirsty hunk n a well-built sexually attractive man hunk n a large piece of something without definite shape lump hunker v sit on one's heels squat,crouch,scrunch hunt n Englishman and Pre-Raphaelite painter (1827-1910) hunt n United States architect (1827-1895) hunt n British writer who defended the Romanticism of Keats and Shelley (1784-1859) hunt n an association of huntsmen who hunt for sport hunt v pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals) run hunt v pursue or chase relentlessly hound,trace hunt v chase away, with as with force hunt v yaw back and forth about a flight path hunted adj reflecting the fear or terror of one who is hunted hunter n someone who hunts game huntsman hunter n a person who searches for something hunter n a constellation on the equator to the east of Taurus; contains Betelgeuse and Rigel orion hunter n a watch with a hinged metal lid to protect the crystal hunting n the pursuit and killing or capture of wild animals regarded as a sport hunt hunting n the activity of looking thoroughly in order to find something or someone search,hunt hunting n the work of finding and killing or capturing animals for food or pelts hunt huntington n United States physician who first described Huntington's chorea huntington n American revolutionary leader who signed the Declaration of Independence and was president of the Continental Congress (1731-1796) huntington n United States railroad executive who built the western section of the first United States transcontinental railroad (1821-1900) huntington n a city of western West Virginia on the Ohio river at the mouth of the Kanawha huntress n a woman hunter huntsman n someone who hunts game hunter huntsville n a city in northern Alabama; center for space research hurdle n a light movable barrier that competitors must leap over in certain races hurdle n an obstacle that you are expected to overcome hurdle n the act of jumping over an obstacle vault hurdle v jump a hurdle hurdler n an athlete who runs the hurdles hurdles n a footrace in which contestants must negotiate a series of hurdles hurdling hurdling n a footrace in which contestants must negotiate a series of hurdles hurdles hurl n a violent throw cast hurl v throw forcefully hurtle,cast hurl v make a thrusting forward movement lunge,hurtle,thrust hurl v utter with force; utter vehemently throw hurling n a traditional Irish game resembling hockey; played by two teams of 15 players each huron n the 2nd largest of the Great Lakes hurrah n a victory cheer hooray hurrah v shout `hurrah!' hurricane n a severe tropical cyclone usually with heavy rains and winds moving at 63-136 knots (12 on the Beaufort scale) hurried adj moving rapidly or performed quickly or in great haste unhurried hurriedly adv in a hurried or hasty manner hastily hurry n a condition of urgency making it necessary to hurry haste hurry n overly eager speed (and possible carelessness) haste,precipitation hurry n the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner haste,rush,rushing hurry v move very fast speed,zip hurry v act or move at high speed rush,hasten hurry v urge to an unnatural speed rush hurrying n changing location rapidly speed,speeding hurrying adj moving with great haste scurrying hurt n any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc. injury,harm,trauma hurt n psychological suffering distress,suffering hurt n feelings of mental or physical pain suffering hurt n a damage or loss detriment hurt v be the source of pain ache,smart hurt v give trouble or pain to hurt v cause emotional anguish or make miserable pain,anguish hurt v cause damage or affect negatively injure hurt adj suffering from physical injury especially that suffered in battle wounded hurt adj damaged; used of inanimate objects or their value weakened hurtful adj causing hurt hurtful adj harmful to living things deleterious,injurious hurting n a symptom of some physical hurt or disorder pain hurtle v move with or as if with a rushing sound hurtle v make a thrusting forward movement lunge,hurl,thrust hurtle v throw forcefully hurl,cast husband n a married man; a woman's partner in marriage hubby wife husband v use cautiously and frugally conserve,economize husbandman n a person who operates a farm farmer,granger husbandry n the practice of cultivating the land or raising stock farming,agriculture hush n (poetic) tranquil silence stillness,still hush v become quiet or still; fall silent hush v cause to be quiet or not talk quieten,silence,still hush v become quiet or quieter quieten,quiet hush v wash by removing particles hushed adj in a softened tone muted,subdued,quiet husk n material consisting of seed coverings and small pieces of stem or leaves that have been separated from the seeds chaff,shuck,stalk,straw,stubble husk n outer membranous covering of some fruits or seeds husk v remove the husks from shell husking n the removal of covering stripping,uncovering,baring husky n breed of heavy-coated Arctic sled dog husky adj muscular and heavily built beefy,burly,strapping husky adj deep and harsh sounding as if from shouting or illness or emotion gruff,hoarse huss n Czechoslovakian religious reformer who anticipated the Reformation; he questioned the infallibility of the Catholic Church was excommunicate hussar n a member of a European light cavalry unit; renowned for elegant dress hussein n Iraqi leader who waged war against Iran; his invasion of Kuwait led to the Gulf War (born in 1937) saddam hussein n king of Jordan credited with creating stability at home and seeking peace with Israel (1935-1999) hussite n an adherent of the religious reforms of John Huss hussy n a woman adulterer jade,slut,strumpet hustings n the activities involved in political campaigning (especially speech making) hustle n a swindle in which you cheat at gambling or persuade a person to buy worthless property con,sting,flimflam hustle n a rapid active commotion bustle,flurry,ado,fuss,stir hustle v cause to move furtively and hurriedly hustle v move or cause to move energetically or busily bustle hustle v sell something to or obtain something from by energetic and especially underhanded activity pluck,roll hustle v get by trying hard hustler n a prostitute who attracts customers by walking the streets streetwalker,hooker,slattern hustler n a shrewd or unscrupulous person who knows how to circumvent difficulties operator huston n United States film maker born in the United States but an Irish citizen after 1964 (1906-1987) hut n temporary military shelter hut n small crude shelter used as a dwelling hovel,hutch,shack,shanty hutch n a cage (usually made of wood and wire mesh) for small animals hutch n small crude shelter used as a dwelling hovel,hut,shack,shanty hutchins n United States educator who was president of the University of Chicago (1899-1977) hutchinson n American colonist (born in England) who was banished from Boston for her religious views (1591-1643) hutton n English cricketer (1916-1990) hutton n Scottish geologist who described the processes that have shaped the surface of the earth (1726-1797) hutu n a member of a Bantu people living in Rwanda and Burundi huxley n English physiologist who, with Alan Hodgkin, discovered the role of potassium and sodium ions in the transmission of the nerve impulse (born huxley n English writer; grandson of Thomas Huxley who is remembered mainly for his depiction of a scientifically controlled utopia (1894-1963) huxley n English biologist and a leading exponent of Darwin's theory of evolution (1825-1895) hyacinth n a red transparent variety of zircon used as a gemstone jacinth hyacinth n any of numerous bulbous perennial herbs hyades n (Greek mythology) 7 daughters of Atlas and half-sisters of the Pleiades; they nurtured the infant Dionysus and Zeus placed them among the st hybrid n a word that is composed of parts from different languages (e.g., `monolingual' has a Greek prefix and a Latin root) hybrid n a composite of mixed origin hybrid n (genetics) an organism that is the offspring of genetically dissimilar parents or stock; especially offspring produced by breeding plants or crossbreed,cross hybrid adj produced by crossbreeding hybridization n (genetics) the act of mixing different species or varieties of animals or plants and thus to produce hybrids crossing,cross hybridize v breed animals or plants using parents of different races and varieties crossbreed,cross,interbreed hyderabad n a city in southern Pakistan on the Indus River hyderabad n a city in south central India in Andhra Pradesh hydra n (Greek mythology) monster with nine heads; when struck off each head was replaced by two new ones hydra n a long faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near the equator stretching between Virgo and Cancer snake hydra n trouble that cannot be overcome by a single effort because of its many aspects or its persistent and pervasive quality hydra n small tubular solitary freshwater hydrozoan polyp hydrant n a faucet for drawing water from a pipe or cask tap hydrant n a discharge pipe with a valve and spout at which water may be drawn from the mains of waterworks hydrate n any compound that contains water of crystallization hydrate v supply water or liquid to in order to maintain a healthy balance hydrate v become hydrated and combine with water hydrate v cause to be hydrated; add water or moisture to dehydrate hydrated adj containing combined water (especially water of crystallization as in a hydrate) hydrous hydration n the process of combining with water; usually reversible hydraulic adj moved or operated or effected by liquid (water or oil) hydraulic adj of or relating to the study of hydraulics hydraulics n study of the mechanics of fluids hydrazine n a colorless fuming corrosive liquid; a powerful reducing agent; used chiefly in rocket fuels hydride n any binary compound formed by the union of hydrogen and other elements hydrocarbon n an organic compound containing only carbon and hydrogen hydrocephalic adj relating to or characterized by or evidencing hydrocephalus hydrocephalus n an abnormal condition in which cerebrospinal fluid collects in the ventricles of the brain; in infants it can cause abnormally rapid growth hydroelectric adj of or relating to or used in the production of electricity by waterpower hydrofoil n a device consisting of a flat or curved piece (as a metal plate) so that its surface reacts to the water it is passing through foil hydrofoil n a speedboat that is equipped with winglike structures that lift it so that it skims the water at high speeds hydroplane hydrogen n a nonmetallic univalent element that is normally a colorless and odorless highly flammable diatomic gas; the simplest and lightest and most h hydrogenate v combine or treat with or expose to hydrogen; add hydrogen to the molecule of (an unsaturated organic compound) hydrogenation n a chemical process that adds hydrogen atoms to an unsaturated oil hydrographic adj of or relating to the science of hydrography hydrolysis n a chemical reaction in which water reacts with a compound to produce other compounds; involves the splitting of a bond and the addition of t hydrolyze v undergo hydrolysis; decompose by reacting with water hydrometer n a measuring instrument for determining the specific gravity of a liquid or solid gravimeter hydrophilic adj having a strong affinity for water; tending to dissolve in, mix with, or be wetted by water hydrophobia n a symptom of rabies in humans consisting of an aversion to swallowing liquids hydrophobia n a morbid fear of water hydrophobia n an acute viral disease of the nervous system of warm-blooded animals (usually transmitted by the bite of a rabid animal); rabies is fatal if rabies,lyssa,madness hydroplane n an airplane that can land on or take off from water seaplane hydroplane n a speedboat that is equipped with winglike structures that lift it so that it skims the water at high speeds hydrofoil hydroplane v glide on the water in a hydroplane seaplane hydroponic adj of or relating to aquiculture hydrostatic adj relating to fluids at rest or to the pressures they exert or transmit hydrotherapy n the internal and external use of water in the treatment of disease hydrous adj containing combined water (especially water of crystallization as in a hydrate) hydrated hydroxide n a compound of an oxide with water hydroxide n a chemical compound containing the hydroxyl group hydroxy adj being or containing a hydroxyl group hyena n doglike nocturnal mammal of Africa and southern Asia that feeds chiefly on carrion hygeia n (Greek mythology) the goddess of health; daughter of Aesculapius and sister of Panacea hygiene n a condition promoting sanitary practices hygiene n the science concerned with the prevention of illness and maintenance of health hygienic adj tending to promote or preserve health hygienist n a medical specialist in hygiene hygrometer n measuring instrument for measuring the relative humidity of the atmosphere hymen n (Greek mythology) the god of marriage hymen n a fold of tissue that partly covers the entrance to the vagina of a virgin hymeneal n a wedding hymn hymeneal adj of or relating to a wedding or marriage hymn n a song of praise (to God or to a saint or to a nation) anthem hymn v sing a hymn hymn v praise by singing a hymn hymnal n a songbook containing a collection of hymns hyoid n a U-shaped bone at the base of the tongue that supports the tongue muscles hyoid adj of or relating to the hyoid bone hype n blatant or sensational promotion ballyhoo,hoopla,plug hype v publicize in an exaggerated and often misleading manner hyperactive adj more active than normal overactive hyperactivity n a condition characterized by excessive restlessness and movement hyperbaton n reversal of normal word order (as in `cheese I love') hyperbola n an open curve formed by a plane that cuts the base of a right circular cone hyperbole n extravagant exaggeration exaggeration hyperbolic adj enlarged beyond truth or reasonableness inflated hyperbolic adj of or relating to a hyperbola hyperborean n (Greek mythology) one of a people that the ancient Greeks believed lived in a warm and sunny land north of the source of the north wind hypercritical adj inclined to judge too severely hyperion n (Greek mythology) a Titan who was the son of Gaea and Uranus and the father of Helios and Selene and Eos in ancient mythology hyperon n any baryon that is not a nucleon; unstable particle with mass greater than a neutron hyperopia n abnormal condition in which vision for distant objects is better than for near objects farsightedness myopia hyperplasia n abnormal increase in number of cells hypersensitive adj having an allergy or peculiar or excessive susceptibility (especially to a specific factor) allergic,sensitized hypersensitivity n pathological sensitivity hypersensitivity n extreme sensitivity hypertension n a common disorder in which blood pressure remains abnormally high (a reading of 140/90 mm Hg or greater) hypotension hypertensive n a person who has abnormally high blood pressure hypertensive adj having abnormally high blood pressure hypertonic adj (of living tissue) in a state of abnormally high tension hypotonic hypertonic adj (of a solution) having a higher osmotic pressure than a comparison solution hypotonic,isotonic hypertrophy n abnormal enlargement of a body part or organ hypertrophy v undergo hypertrophy hypha n any of the threadlike filaments forming the mycelium of a fungus hyphen n a punctuation mark (-) used between parts of a compound word or between the syllables of a word when the word is divided at the end of a lin dash hyphen v divide or connect with a hyphen hyphenate hyphenate v divide or connect with a hyphen hyphen hyphenation n division of a word especially at the end of a line on a page hyphenation n connecting syllables and words by hyphens hypnosis n a state that resembles sleep but that is induced by suggestion hypnotic n a drug that induces sleep hypnotic adj of or relating to hypnosis hypnotic adj attracting and holding interest as if by a spell mesmerizing,spellbinding hypnotism n the act of inducing hypnosis mesmerism,suggestion hypnotist n a person who induces hypnosis hypnotize v induce hypnosis in mesmerize hypnotized adj having your attention fixated as though by a spell fascinated,mesmerized,spellbound,transfixed hypo n a compound used as a fixing agent in photographic developing hypo n a piston syringe that is fitted with a hypodermic needle for giving injections hypodermic hypochondria n chronic and abnormal anxiety about imaginary symptoms and ailments hypochondriac n a patient with imaginary symptoms and ailments hypochondriac adj suffering from hypochondria hypocrisy n an expression of agreement that is not supported by real conviction hypocrisy n insincerity by virtue of pretending to have qualities or beliefs that you do not really have hypocrite n a person who professes beliefs and opinions that he or she does not hold in order to conceal his or her real feelings or motives phony,phoney,pretender hypocritical adj professing feelings or virtues one does not have hypodermic n a piston syringe that is fitted with a hypodermic needle for giving injections hypo hypodermic adj relating to or located below the epidermis subcutaneous hypoglycemia n abnormally low blood sugar usually resulting from excessive insulin or a poor diet hypoglycemic adj of or relating to hypoglycemia hypotension n abnormally low blood pressure hypertension hypotenuse n the side of a right triangle opposite the right angle hypothalamic adj of or relating to the hypothalamus hypothalamus n a basal part of the diencephalon governing autonomic nervous system hypothermia n subnormal body temperature hypothesis n a proposal intended to explain certain facts or observations hypothesis n a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena possibility,theory hypothesis n a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence guess,conjecture,supposition,surmise,speculation hypothesize v to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds speculate,theorize,conjecture,suppose hypothetical n a hypothetical possibility, circumstance, statement, proposal, situation, etc. hypothetical adj based primarily on surmise rather than adequate evidence supposed hypothetically adv by hypothesis hypotonia n (of muscular tissue) the state of being hypotonic hypotonic adj (of living tissue) lacking normal tone or tension hypertonic hypotonic adj (of a solution) having a lower osmotic pressure than a comparison solution isotonic,hypertonic hypoxia n oxygen deficiency causing a very strong drive to correct the deficiency hyson n a Chinese green tea with twisted leaves hyssop n a European mint with aromatic and pungent leaves used in perfumery and as a seasoning in cookery; often cultivated as a remedy for bruises; hyssop n bitter leaves used sparingly in salads; dried flowers used in soups and tisanes hysterectomy n surgical removal of the uterus hysteria n state of violent mental agitation craze,delirium,frenzy,fury hysteria n excessive or uncontrollable fear hysteria n neurotic disorder characterized by violent emotional outbreaks and disturbances of sensory and motor functions hysteric n a person suffering from hysteria hysteric adj characterized by or arising from psychoneurotic hysteria hysterical hysterical adj characterized by or arising from psychoneurotic hysteria hysteric hysterical adj marked by excessive or uncontrollable emotion hysterically adv in a hysterical manner hysterics n an attack of hysteria i n a nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; used especially in medicine and photography and in dyes; occurs naturally only in combinati iodine i n the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number one,ace,single,unity i n the 9th letter of the Roman alphabet i adj used of a single unit or thing; not two or more one,ane ia n a state in midwestern United States iowa iago n the villain in William Shakespeare's tragedy who tricked Othello into murdering his wife iberia n an ancient geographical region to the south of the Caucasus Mountains that corresponded approximately to the present-day Georgia iberia n a peninsula in southwestern Europe iberian n a native or inhabitant of Iberia in the Caucasus iberian n a native or inhabitant of the Iberian Peninsula (especially in ancient times) iberian adj of or relating to the Iberian Peninsula or its inhabitants ibex n wild goat of mountain areas of Eurasia and northern Africa having large recurved horns ibis n wading birds of warm regions having long slender down-curved bills ibrahim n the first of the Old Testament patriarchs and the father of Isaac; according to Genesis, God promised to give Abraham's family (the Hebrews) abraham ibsen n realistic Norwegian author who wrote plays on social and political themes (1828-1906) ibuprofen n a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic medicine (trade names Advil and Motrin and Nuprin) used to relieve the pain of arthritis and advil icarus n (Greek mythology) son of Daedalus; while escaping from Crete with his father (using the wings Daedalus had made) he flew too close to the su ice n water frozen in the solid state ice n the frozen part of a body of water ice n diamonds ice n a flavored sugar topping used to coat and decorate cakes frosting,icing ice v decorate with frosting frost ice v cause to become ice or icy ice v put ice on or put on ice iceberg n a large mass of ice floating at sea; usually broken off of a polar glacier berg iceberg n lettuce with crisp tightly packed light-green leaves in a firm head icebox n white goods in which food can be stored at low temperatures refrigerator icebreaker n a ship with a reinforced bow to break up ice and keep channels open for navigation icebreaker n a beginning that relaxes a tense or formal atmosphere icehouse n a house for storing ice iceland n an island republic on the island of Iceland; became independent of Denmark in 1944 iceland n a volcanic island in the North Atlantic near the Arctic Circle icelander n a native or inhabitant of Iceland icelandic n a Scandinavian language that is the official language of Iceland icelandic adj of or relating to Iceland or its people or culture and language iceman n someone who cuts and delivers ice iceman n a professional killer ichor n (Greek mythology) the rarified fluid said to flow in the veins of the Gods ichor n a fluid product of inflammation pus,festering icicle n ice resembling a pendent spear, formed by the freezing of dripping water icily adv in a cold and icy manner icing n the formation of frost or ice on a surface frost icing n a flavored sugar topping used to coat and decorate cakes frosting,ice icing n (ice hockey) the act of shooting the puck from within your own defensive area the length of the rink beyond the opponent's goal icky adj very bad crappy,lousy,rotten,shitty,stinking,stinky icky adj soft and sticky gooey icon n (computer science) a graphic symbol (usually a simple picture) that denotes a program or a command or a data file or a concept in a graphica icon n a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface picture,image icon n a conventional religious painting in oil on a small wooden panel; venerated in the Eastern Church iconic adj relating to or having the characteristics on an icon iconoclasm n the orientation of an iconoclast iconoclast n a destroyer of images used in religious worship iconoclast n someone who attacks cherished ideas or traditional institutions iconoclastic adj characterized by attack on established beliefs or institutions iconoclastic adj destructive of images used in religious worship; said of religions, such as Islam, in which the representation of living things is prohibite iconography n the images and symbolic representations that are traditionally associated with a person or a subject icterus n yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes caused by an accumulation of bile pigment (bilirubin) in the blood; can be a symptom of gal jaundice icterus n type genus of the Icteridae icy adj devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain frigid,frosty,frozen,glacial,wintry icy adj extremely cold arctic,frigid,gelid,glacial,polar icy adj covered with or containing or consisting of ice icy adj shiny and slick as with a thin coating of ice id n a state in the Rocky Mountains idaho id n a card or badge used to identify the bearer id n (psychoanalysis) primitive instincts and energies underlying all psychic activity ida n an agency of the United Nations affiliated with the World Bank idaho n a state in the Rocky Mountains id idea n the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about thought idea n your intention; what you intend to do mind idea n a personal view idea n an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth estimate,estimation,approximation ideal n the idea of something that is perfect; something that one hopes to attain ideal n model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal paragon,saint,apotheosis,nonesuch ideal adj conforming to an ultimate standard of perfection or excellence; embodying an ideal ideal adj constituting or existing only in the form of an idea or mental image or conception ideal adj of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of the reality of ideas idealistic idealism n (philosophy) the philosophical theory that ideas are the only reality idealism n impracticality by virtue of thinking of things in their ideal form rather than as they really are idealism n elevated ideals or conduct; the quality of believing that ideals should be pursued idealist n someone guided more by ideals than by practical considerations dreamer idealistic adj of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of the reality of ideas ideal idealistic adj of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style exalted,elevated,sublime,grand,lofty,rarefied idealize v consider or render as ideal idealize v form ideals idealized adj exalted to an ideal perfection or excellence ideally adv in an ideal manner ideate v form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case imagine,envisage ideation n the process of forming and relating ideas identical adj exactly alike; incapable of being perceived as different indistinguishable identical adj being the exact same one; not any other: selfsame,very identical adj (of twins) derived from a single egg or ovum fraternal identical adj having properties with uniform values along all axes identifiable adj capable of being identified identification n the act of designating or identifying something designation identification n evidence of identity; something that identifies a person or thing identification n the condition of having the identity (of a person or object) established identification n the process of recognizing something or someone by remembering recognition identified adj having the identity known or established identifier n a symbol that establishes the identity of the one bearing it identify v recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something place identify v give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property name identify v consider (oneself) as similar to somebody else identify v conceive of as united or associated identity n the distinct personality of an individual regarded as a persisting entity individuality identity n the individual characteristics by which a thing or person is recognized or known identity n an operator that leaves unchanged the element on which it operates identity n exact sameness ideological adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of an orientation that characterizes the thinking of a group or nation ideological adj concerned with or suggestive of ideas ideologically adv with respect to ideology ideologist n an advocate of some ideology ideologue ideologue n an advocate of some ideology ideologist ideology n an orientation that characterizes the thinking of a group or nation ideology n imaginary or visionary theorization ides n in the Roman calendar: the 15th of March or May or July or October or the 13th of any other month idiocy n extreme mental retardation amentia idiom n a manner of speaking that is natural to native speakers of a language parlance idiom n the usage or vocabulary that is characteristic of a specific group of people dialect,accent idiom n the style of a particular artist or school or movement idiom n an expression whose meanings cannot be inferred from the meanings of the words that make it up phrase idiomatic adj of or relating to or conforming to idiom idiopathic adj (of diseases) arising from an unknown cause idiosyncrasy n a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual foible,mannerism idiosyncratic adj peculiar to the individual idiot n a person of subnormal intelligence imbecile,cretin,moron,changeling idiotic adj insanely irresponsible idiotic adj so unreasonable as to invite derision absurd,cockeyed,laughable,ludicrous,nonsensical,preposterous,ridiculous idiotic adj having a mental age of three to seven years imbecile idiotically adv in an idiotic manner idle n the state of an engine or other mechanism that is idling idle v run disconnected or idle run idle v be idle; exist in a changeless situation laze,slug,stagnate work idle adj not in action or at work busy idle adj without a basis in reason or fact baseless,groundless,unfounded,unwarranted,wild idle adj not in active use unused idle adj silly or trivial light idleness n having no employment idling idleness n the quality of lacking substance or value idleness n the trait of being idle out of a reluctance to work idler n person who does no work loafer,layabout,bum idling n having no employment idleness idly adv in an idle manner lazily ido n an artificial language that is a revision and simplification of Esperanto idol n a material effigy that is worshipped god idol n someone who is adored blindly and excessively idol n an ideal instance; a perfect embodiment of a concept paragon,perfection idolater n a person who worships idols idolatrous adj relating to or practicing idolatry idolatrous adj blindly or excessively devoted or adoring idolatry n the worship of idols; the worship of physical objects or images as gods idolize v love unquestioningly and uncritically or to excess; venerate as an idol worship,revere idolized adj regarded with deep or rapturous love (especially as if for a god) adored,worshipped idyllic adj excellent and delightful in all respects idyllic adj suggestive of an idyll; charmingly simple and serene iffy adj subject to accident or chance or change chancy,flukey iga n one of the most common of the five major classes of immunoglobulins; the chief antibody in the membranes of the gastrointestinal and respira iglesias n Spanish singer noted for his ballads and love songs (born in 1943) igloo n an Eskimo hut; usually built of blocks (of sod or snow) in the shape of a dome ignatius n bishop of Antioch who was martyred under the Roman Emperor Trajan (died 110) igneous adj produced under conditions involving intense heat igneous adj produced by the action of fire or intense heat eruptive aqueous igneous adj like or suggestive of fire fiery ignite v cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat light extinguish ignite v start to burn or burst into flames erupt,combust ignite v arouse or excite feelings and passions inflame,wake,heat ignite v start or maintain a fire in fire,light ignited adj set afire kindled ignition n the process of initiating combustion or catching fire ignition n the mechanism that ignites the fuel in an internal-combustion engine ignition n the act of setting something on fire firing,lighting,kindling,inflammation ignoble adj completely lacking nobility in character or quality or purpose noble ignoble adj not of the nobility ignominious adj (used of conduct or character) deserving or bringing disgrace or shame black,disgraceful,inglorious,shameful ignominy n a state of dishonor shame,disgrace ignoramus n an ignorant person ignorance n the lack of knowledge or education ignorant adj uneducated in general; lacking knowledge or sophistication nescient ignorant adj uneducated in the fundamentals of a given art or branch of learning; lacking knowledge of a specific field illiterate ignorant adj unaware because of a lack of relevant information or knowledge unknowing,unwitting ignore v refuse to acknowledge disregard,snub,cut ignore v bar from attention or consideration dismiss,disregard,discount ignore v fail to notice notice ignore v give little or no attention to neglect,disregard ignored adj disregarded neglected,unheeded iguana n large herbivorous tropical American arboreal lizards with a spiny crest along the back; used as human food in Central America and South Amer ike n United States general who supervised the invasion of Normandy and the defeat of Nazi Germany; 34th President of the United States (1890-1961 eisenhower il n a midwestern state in north-central United States illinois il adj being nine more than forty iliad n a Greek epic poem (attributed to Homer) describing the siege of Troy ilk n a kind of person like ill n an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining ailment,complaint ill adj affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function sick well ill adj resulting in suffering or adversity ill adj distressing ill adj indicating hostility or enmity ill adv (`ill' is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well badly,poorly well ill adv unfavorably or with disapproval badly well ill adv with difficulty or inconvenience; scarcely or hardly illation n the reasoning involved in drawing a conclusion or making a logical judgment on the basis of circumstantial evidence and prior conclusions ra inference illegal adj prohibited by law or by official or accepted rules legal illegality n unlawfulness by virtue of violating some legal statute legality illegally adv in an illegal manner illicitly illegible adj (of handwriting, print, etc.) not legible legible illegitimacy n the status of being born to parents who were not married illegitimacy n unlawfulness by virtue of not being authorized by or in accordance with law legitimacy illegitimate n the illegitimate offspring of unmarried parents bastard,whoreson illegitimate adj contrary to or forbidden by law illicit,outlaw,outlawed,unlawful illegitimate adj of marriages and offspring; not recognized as lawful legitimate illicit adj contrary to accepted morality (especially sexual morality) or convention illicit adj contrary to or forbidden by law illegitimate,outlaw,outlawed,unlawful illicitly adv in a manner disapproved or not allowed by custom illicitly adv in an illegal manner illegally illinois n a midwestern state in north-central United States il illinois n a member of the Algonquian people formerly of Illinois and regions to the west illinois n the Algonquian language of the Illinois and Miami illiteracy n ignorance resulting from not reading illiteracy n an inability to read literacy illiterate n a person unable to read illiterate adj not able to read or write literate illiterate adj uneducated in the fundamentals of a given art or branch of learning; lacking knowledge of a specific field ignorant illiterate adj lacking culture, especially in language and literature literate illness n impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism unwellness,malady,sickness wellness illogic n invalid or incorrect reasoning illogical adj lacking in correct logical relation logical illogical adj lacking orderly continuity confused,disconnected,disjointed,disordered,garbled,scattered,unconnected illuminate v make lighter or brighter light illuminate v make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear clear,crystallize,enlighten,elucidate illuminate v add embellishments and paintings to (medieval manuscripts) illuminated adj provided with artificial light lighted,lit illuminating adj tending to increase knowledge or dissipate ignorance enlightening,informative illumination n a condition of spiritual awareness; divine illumination light illumination n the degree of visibility of your environment illumination n an interpretation that removes obstacles to understanding clarification illumination n the luminous flux incident on a unit area illusion n an erroneous mental representation semblance illusion n something many people believe that is false fantasy,fancy illusion n the act of deluding; deception by creating illusory ideas delusion illusion n an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers trick,magic,legerdemain,deception illusionary adj marked by or producing illusion illusionist n a person with unusual powers of foresight visionary,seer illusionist n someone who performs magic tricks to amuse an audience magician,prestidigitator,conjurer,conjuror illusive adj based on or having the nature of an illusion illusory illusory adj based on or having the nature of an illusion illusive illustrate v clarify by giving an example of exemplify,instance illustrate v depict with an illustration illustrate v supply with illustrations illustration n artwork that helps make something clear or attractive illustration n showing by example illustration n an item of information that is typical of a class or group example,instance,representative illustration n a visual representation (a picture or diagram) that is used make some subject more pleasing or easier to understand illustrative adj clarifying by use of examples exemplifying illustrative adj serving to demonstrate demonstrative illustrator n an artist who makes illustrations (for books or magazines or advertisements etc.) illustrious adj widely known and esteemed celebrated,famed,famous,notable,noted,renowned illustrious adj having or conferring glory illyrian n a minor and almost extinct branch of the Indo-European languages; spoken along the Dalmatian coast image n an iconic mental representation image n (Jungian psychology) a personal facade that one presents to the world persona image n a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface picture,icon image n a standard or typical example prototype,paradigm,epitome image v render visible, as by means of MRI image v imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind visualize,envision,project,fancy,see,figure,picture imagery n the ability to form mental images of things or events imagination,imaging imaginable adj capable of being imagined conceivable imaginary n (mathematics) a number of the form a+bi where a and b are real numbers and i is the square root of -1 imaginary adj not based on fact; existing only in the imagination fanciful,notional imagination n the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses vision imagination n the ability to form mental images of things or events imaging,imagery imagination n the ability to deal resourcefully with unusual problems resource,resourcefulness imaginative adj (used of persons or artifacts) marked by independence and creativity in thought or action inventive imaginatively adv with imagination imagine v form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case ideate,envisage imagine v expect, believe, or suppose think,opine,suppose,reckon,guess imaging n the ability to form mental images of things or events imagination,imagery imaging n (medicine) obtaining pictures of the interior of the body tomography imam n (Islam) the man who leads prayers in a mosque; for Shiites an imam is a recognized authority on Islamic theology and law and a spiritual gui imbalance n a lack of balance or state of disequilibrium instability,unbalance balance imbalance n (mathematics) a lack of symmetry asymmetry,dissymmetry imbecile n a person of subnormal intelligence idiot,cretin,moron,changeling imbecile adj having a mental age of three to seven years idiotic imbed v fix or set securely or deeply implant,engraft,embed,plant imbibe v take in, also metaphorically absorb,suck,draw imbibe v take (gas, light or heat) into a solution assimilate imbibe v take in liquids drink imbibe v receive into the mind and retain imbroglio n an intricate and confusing interpersonal or political situation imbroglio n a very embarrassing misunderstanding imbue v spread or diffuse through permeate,pervade,penetrate,interpenetrate,diffuse,riddle imbue v fill, soak, or imbue totally soak imbue v suffuse with color hue imitate v reproduce someone's behavior or looks copy,simulate imitate v appear like, as in behavior or appearance imitate v make a reproduction or copy of imitation n the doctrine that representations of nature or human behavior should be accurate imitations formalism imitation n something copied or derived from an original imitation n copying (or trying to copy) the actions of someone else imitation n a representation of a person that is exaggerated for comic effect caricature,impersonation imitation adj not genuine or real; being an imitation of the genuine article fake,false,faux,simulated imitative adj marked by or given to imitation imitative adj (of words) formed in imitation of a natural sound imitative adj not genuine; imitating something superior counterfeit imitator n someone who (fraudulently) assumes the appearance of another impersonator imitator n someone who copies the words or behavior of another copycat,emulator,ape,aper immaculate adj completely neat and clean spotless immaculate adj free from stain or blemish undefiled immaculate adj without fault or error impeccable immaculately adv in an immaculate manner immanence n the state of being within or not going beyond a given domain immanent adj of a mental act performed entirely within the mind subjective immanent adj of qualities that are spread throughout something immaterial adj of no importance or relevance especially to a law case material immaterial adj without material form or substance immaterial adj not consisting of matter material immaterial adj not pertinent to the matter under consideration extraneous,impertinent,orthogonal immature adj characteristic of a lack of maturity mature immature adj (used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth young immature adj not fully developed or mature; not ripe green immature adj not yet mature mature immaturity n not having reached maturity maturity immeasurable adj impossible to measure measurable immeasurable adj beyond calculation or measure immeasurably adv to an immeasurable degree; beyond measurement measurably immeasurably adv without bounds infinitely immediacy n lack of an intervening or mediating agency immediacy n immediate intuitive awareness immediacy n the quickness of action or occurrence immediate adj of the present time and place immediate adj very close or connected in space or time contiguous immediate adj having no intervening medium mediate immediate adj immediately before or after as in a chain of cause and effect immediately adv without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening instantly,straightaway,directly,now,forthwith immediately adv near or close by immediately adv bearing an immediate relation immemorial adj long past; beyond the limits of memory or tradition or recorded history immense adj unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope huge,vast,brobdingnagian immensely adv to an exceedingly great extent or degree vastly immerse v thrust or throw into plunge immerse v devote (oneself) fully to steep,engulf,plunge,engross,absorb immerse v enclose or envelop completely, as if by swallowing swallow,bury immerse v cause to be immersed plunge immersion n sinking until covered completely with water submergence,submersion immersion n (astronomy) the disappearance of a celestial body prior to an eclipse immersion n complete attention; intense mental effort concentration,engrossment,absorption immersion n a form of baptism in which part or all of a person's body is submerged immigrant n a person who comes to a country where they were not born in order to settle there immigrate v migrate to a new environment immigrate v introduce or send as immigrants immigrate v come into a new country and change residency emigrate immigration n migration into a place (especially migration to a country of which you are not a native in order to settle there) immigration n the body of immigrants arriving during a specified interval imminence n the state of being imminent and liable to happen soon imminent adj close in time; about to occur impending imminently adv in an imminent manner immiscible adj (chemistry, physics) incapable of mixing miscible immobile adj not capable of movement or of being moved mobile immobile adj securely fixed in place fast,firm immobility n remaining in place fixedness immobility n the quality of not moving mobility immobilize v hold as reserve or withdraw from circulation; of capital immobilize v to hold fast or prevent from moving trap,pin immobilize v make defenseless immobilize v convert (assets) into fixed capital immobilizing n the act of limiting movement or making incapable of movement immolate v offer as a sacrifice by killing or by giving up to destruction immolation n killing or offering as a sacrifice immoral adj deliberately violating accepted principles of right and wrong moral immoral adj not adhering to ethical or moral principles base immorality n the quality of not being in accord with standards of right or good conduct morality immorality n morally objectionable behavior evil,wickedness,iniquity immortal n a person (such as an author) of enduring fame immortal n any supernatural being worshipped as controlling some part of the world or some aspect of life or who is the personification of a force deity,divinity,god immortal adj not subject to death mortal immortalise v be or provide a memorial to a person or an event commemorate,memorialize,immortalize immortalise v make famous forever immortalize immortality n the quality or state of being immortal mortality immortality n perpetual life after death immortalize v be or provide a memorial to a person or an event commemorate,memorialize,immortalise immortalize v make famous forever immortalise immotile adj (of spores or microorganisms) not capable of movement immovable n property consisting of houses and land realty immovable adj not able or intended to be moved stabile immune n a person who is immune to a particular infection immune adj relating to the condition of immunity immune adj secure against immune adj relating to or conferring immunity (to disease or infection) resistant immune adj (usually followed by `to') not affected by a given influence immunity n the state of not being susceptible immunity n (medicine) the condition in which an organism can resist disease resistance immunity n the quality of being unaffected by something immunity n an act exempting someone exemption immunization n the act of making immune (especially by inoculation) immunize v law: grant immunity from prosecution immunize v perform vaccinations or produce immunity in by inoculation inoculate,vaccinate immunized adj having been rendered unsusceptible to a disease vaccinated immunological adj of or relating to immunology immunologist n a medical scientist who specializes in immunology immunology n the branch of medical science that studies the body's immune system immutable adj not subject or susceptible to change or variation in form or quality or nature mutable immutable adj constant and unchanging imp n (folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous elf,hob,gremlin,pixie,brownie imp n one who is playfully mischievous monkey,rascal impact n the striking of one body against another impact n a forceful consequence; a strong effect wallop impact n influencing strongly encroachment impact n the violent interaction of individuals or groups entering into combat shock impact v press or wedge together; pack together impact v have an effect upon affect,touch impacted adj wedged or packed in together wedged impaction n the condition of being pressed closely together and firmly fixed impaction n a disorder in which feces are impacted in the lower colon impaction n a disorder in which a tooth is so crowded in its socket that it cannot erupt normally impaction n a sharp collision produced by striking or dashing against something impair v make worse or less effective impair v make imperfect mar,spoil,vitiate impaired adj diminished in strength, quality, or utility unimpaired impaired adj mentally or physically unfit afflicted impairment n the occurrence of a change for the worse damage,harm impairment n a symptom of reduced quality or strength deterioration impairment n the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness disability,handicap impairment n damage that results in a reduction of strength or quality impala n African antelope with ridged curved horns; moves with enormous leaps impale v pierce with a sharp stake or point transfix,spike impale v kill by piercing with a spear or sharp pole stake impanel v enter into a list of prospective jurors empanel impanel v select from a list empanel,panel impart v transmit (knowledge or skills) leave,give impart v bestow a quality on lend,bestow,contribute,add,bring impart v transmit or serve as the medium for transmission conduct,transmit,convey,carry,channel impartial adj showing lack of favoritism partial impartial adj free from undue bias or preconceived opinions impartiality n an inclination to weigh both views or opinions equally partiality impartially adv in an impartial manner imparting n the transmission of information conveyance impassable adj incapable of being passed passable impasse n a situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible deadlock,stalemate,standstill impasse n a street with only one way in or out impassioned adj characterized by intense emotion ardent,fervent,fervid,fiery,torrid impassive adj having or revealing little emotion or sensibility; not easily aroused or excited stolid impassive adj deliberately impassive in manner deadpan,expressionless impassively adv in an impassive manner impatience n a lack of patience; irritation with anything that causes delay restlessness impatience n a restless desire for change and excitement impatience n a dislike of anything that causes delay patience impatient adj restless or short-tempered under delay or opposition patient impatient adj (usually followed by `to') full of eagerness impatiently adv with impatience; in an impatient manner patiently impeach v challenge the honesty or veracity of impeach v charge (a public official) with an offense or misdemeanor committed while in office impeach v bring an accusation against; level a charge against accuse,incriminate impeachment n a formal document charging a public official with misconduct in office impeccable adj without fault or error immaculate impeccable adj not capable of sin impeccably adv flawlessly impedance n a material's opposition to the flow of electric current; measured in ohms resistance impede v be a hindrance or obstacle to hinder impede v block passage through obstruct,occlude,jam,block impeded adj made difficult or slow impediment n something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress hindrance,deterrent,balk,baulk,check,handicap impediment n any structure that makes progress difficult obstruction impeding adj preventing movement clogging,hindering,obstructive impel v urge or force (a person) to an action; constrain or motivate force impel v cause to move forward with force propel impelled adj urged or forced to action through moral pressure driven impend v be imminent or about to happen impending adj close in time; about to occur imminent impenetrable adj not admitting of penetration or passage into or through penetrable impenetrable adj permitting little if any light to pass through because of denseness of matter dense,heavy impenetrable adj impossible to understand imperative n a mood that expresses an intention to influence the listener's behavior imperative n some duty that is essential and urgent imperative adj requiring attention or action beseeching imperative adj relating to verbs in the imperative mood imperativeness n the state of demanding notice or attention insistence,press,pressure imperativeness n the quality of being insistent imperceptible adj impossible or difficult to perceive by the mind or senses perceptible imperceptibly adv in an imperceptible manner or to an imperceptible degree imperfect n a tense of verbs used in describing action that is on-going progressive imperfect adj not perfect; defective or inadequate perfect imperfect adj wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings fallible,frail,weak imperfection n the state or an instance of being imperfect perfection imperfectly adv in an imperfect or faulty way amiss perfectly imperial n a small tufted beard worn by Emperor Napoleon III imperial n a piece of luggage carried on top of a coach imperial adj relating to or associated with an empire imperial adj of or belonging to the British Imperial System of weights and measures imperial adj befitting or belonging to an emperor or empress imperial adj belonging to or befitting a supreme ruler majestic,purple,regal,royal imperialism n a policy of extending your rule over foreign countries imperialism n a political orientation that advocates imperial interests imperialism n any instance of aggressive extension of authority imperialist n a believer in imperialism imperialist adj of or relating to imperialism imperialistic imperialistic adj of or relating to imperialism imperialist imperil v pose a threat to; present a danger to endanger,jeopardize,menace,threaten,peril imperious adj having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy disdainful,haughty,lordly,overbearing,sniffy,supercilious,swaggering impermissible adj not permitted permissible impermissible adj not allowable impersonal adj not relating to or responsive to individual persons personal impersonal adj having no personal preference neutral impersonate v assume or act the character of portray impersonate v represent another person with comic intentions impersonate v pretend to be someone you are not; sometimes with fraudulent intentions pose impersonation n a representation of a person that is exaggerated for comic effect caricature,imitation impersonation n pretending to be another person impersonation n imitating the mannerisms of another person impersonator n someone who (fraudulently) assumes the appearance of another imitator impertinence n an impudent statement impudence,cheek impertinence n the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties crust,gall,impudence,insolence,freshness impertinence n inappropriate playfulness impertinent adj characterized by a lightly pert and exuberant quality irreverent,pert,saucy impertinent adj not pertinent to the matter under consideration extraneous,immaterial,orthogonal impertinent adj improperly forward or bold fresh,impudent,smart,saucy,sassy,wise impervious adj not admitting of passage or capable of being affected impetuous adj characterized by undue haste and lack of thought or deliberation impulsive,madcap,tearaway impetuous adj marked by violent force impetus n a force that moves something along drift impetus n the act of applying force suddenly impulse impinge v impinge or infringe upon encroach,entrench,trench impinge v advance beyond the usual limit encroach,infringe impinging n the physical coming together of two or more things contact,striking impious adj lacking piety or reverence for a god pious impious adj lacking due respect or dutifulness impish adj naughtily or annoyingly playful arch,implike,mischievous,puckish,wicked implacable adj incapable of being placated implant n a prosthesis placed permanently in tissue implant v fix or set securely or deeply engraft,embed,imbed,plant implant v become attached to and embedded in the uterus implant v put firmly in the mind plant implantation n (embryology) the organic process whereby a fertilized egg becomes implanted in the lining of the uterus of placental mammals implantation n the act of planting or setting in the ground implantation n a surgical procedure that places something in the human body implanted adj (used especially of ideas or principles) deeply rooted; firmly fixed or held ingrained,planted implausible adj having a quality that provokes disbelief plausible implausibly adv not easy to believe incredibly,improbably,unbelievably implement n instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end implement v apply in a manner consistent with its purpose or design implement v ensure observance of laws and rules enforce,apply implement v pursue to a conclusion or bring to a successful issue implementation n the act of accomplishing some aim or executing some order execution implementation n the act of implementing (providing a practical means for accomplishing something); carrying into effect implemented adj forced or compelled or put in force enforced implicate v bring into intimate and incriminating connection implicate v impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result entail implicated adj culpably involved concerned implication n something that is inferred (deduced or entailed or implied) deduction,entailment implication n a meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred significance,import implication n an accusation that brings into intimate and usually incriminating connection implication n a logical relation between propositions p and q of the form `if p then q'; if p is true then q cannot be false implicit adj implied though not directly expressed; inherent in the nature of something explicit implicit adj being without doubt or reserve unquestioning implicitly adv without doubting or questioning implicitly adv without ever expressing so clearly explicitly implike adj naughtily or annoyingly playful arch,impish,mischievous,puckish,wicked implode v burst inward explode implore v call upon in supplication; entreat beg,pray imploring adj begging beseeching,pleading implosion n a sudden inward collapse implosion n the initial occluded phase of a stop consonant imply v express or state indirectly connote imply v suggest as a logically necessary consequence; in logic imply v have as a logical consequence entail,mean imply v suggest that someone is guilty incriminate impolite adj not polite polite impolitic adj not politic politic imponderable n a factor whose effects cannot be accurately assessed imponderable adj difficult or impossible to evaluate with precision import n commodities (goods or services) bought from a foreign country importation export import n an imported person brought from a foreign country import n the message that is intended or expressed or signified meaning,significance import n a meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred significance,implication import v bring in from abroad export import v transfer (electronic data) into a database or document export import v indicate or signify spell importance n the quality of being important and worthy of note importance n a prominent status important adj of great significance or value unimportant important adj important in effect or meaning significant important adj of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis crucial important adj having authority or ascendancy or influence authoritative importantly adv in an important way or to an important degree significantly importantly adv in an important way importation n the commercial activity of buying and bringing in goods from a foreign country importing importation n commodities (goods or services) bought from a foreign country import imported adj used of especially merchandise brought from a foreign source importer n someone whose business involves importing goods from outside (especially from a foreign country) importing n the commercial activity of buying and bringing in goods from a foreign country importation importunity n insistent solicitation and entreaty urgency,urging impose v compel to behave in a certain way enforce,constrain impose v impose something unpleasant inflict,visit impose v impose and collect levy imposed adj set forth authoritatively as obligatory imposing adj impressive in appearance noble,stately imposing adj used of a person's appearance or behavior; befitting an eminent person distinguished,grand,magisterial imposition n the act of imposing something (as a tax or an embargo) infliction imposition n an uncalled-for burden impossibility n incapability of existing or occurring possibility impossibility n an alternative that is not available impossible n something that cannot be done impossible adj not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with possible impossible adj totally unlikely inconceivable,unimaginable impossible adj (used of persons or their behavior) not acceptable or reasonable unacceptable impossibly adv to a degree impossible of achievement possibly imposter n a person who makes deceitful pretenses impostor,pretender,fake,faker,fraud,sham,pseudo,pseud impostor n a person who makes deceitful pretenses imposter,pretender,fake,faker,fraud,sham,pseudo,pseud impotence n the quality of lacking strength or power; being weak and feeble powerlessness impotence n an inability (usually of the male animal) to copulate impotent adj lacking power or ability potent impotent adj (of a male) unable to copulate potent impound v take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority attach,sequester,confiscate,seize impound v place or shut up in a pound pound impounding n placing private property in the custody of an officer of the law impoundment,internment,poundage impoundment n placing private property in the custody of an officer of the law impounding,internment,poundage impoverish v make poor enrich impoverish v take away deprive impoverished adj poor enough to need help from others destitute,indigent,necessitous,needy impoverished adj destroyed financially broken impoverishment n the state of having little or no money and few or no material possessions poverty impoverishment n the act of making someone poor impracticable adj not capable of being carried out or put into practice infeasible,unfeasible,unworkable impractical adj not practical; not workable or not given to practical matters practical impractical adj not practical or realizable; speculative airy,visionary,laputan,windy imprecise adj not precise precise impregnable adj immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with inviolable,secure,strong,unassailable impregnable adj capable of conceiving impregnable adj incapable of being overcome, challenged or refuted impregnate v fill, as with a certain quality infuse,instill,tincture impregnate v infuse or fill completely saturate impregnate v fertilize and cause to grow impregnate v make pregnant impregnation n material with which something is impregnated impregnation n the process of totally saturating something with a substance saturation impregnation n creation by the physical union of male and female gametes; of sperm and ova in an animal or pollen and ovule in a plant fertilization impresario n a sponsor who books and stages public entertainments showman,promoter impress n the act of coercing someone into government service impressment impress v have an emotional or cognitive impact upon affect,move,strike impress v impress positively impress v produce or try to produce a vivid impression of ingrain,instill impress v mark or stamp with or as if with pressure imprint impressed adj deeply or markedly affected or influenced impression n a vague idea in which some confidence is placed feeling,belief,notion,opinion impression n an outward appearance effect impression n a clear and telling mental image picture impression n a concavity in a surface produced by pressing depression,imprint impressionable adj easily impressed or influenced waxy impressionism n a school of late 19th century French painters who pictured appearances by strokes of unmixed colors to give the impression of reflected ligh impressionist n a painter who follows the theories of Impressionism impressionist adj relating to or characteristic of Impressionism impressionistic impressionistic adj of or relating to or based on an impression rather than on facts or reasoning impressionistic adj relating to or characteristic of Impressionism impressionist impressive adj making a strong or vivid impression unimpressive impressive adj producing a strong effect telling impressively adv in an impressive manner impressment n the act of coercing someone into government service impress imprimatur n formal and explicit approval sanction,countenance,endorsement,warrant imprint n a distinctive influence imprint n a concavity in a surface produced by pressing depression,impression imprint n an identification of a publisher; a publisher's name along with the date and address and edition that is printed at the bottom of the title imprint n an impression produced by pressure or printing imprint v establish or impress firmly in the mind form imprint v mark or stamp with or as if with pressure impress imprinting n a learning process in early life whereby species specific patterns of behavior are established imprison v lock up or confine, in or as in a jail incarcerate,lag,jail,jug,gaol,remand imprison v confine as if in a prison imprisoned adj being in captivity captive,confined,jailed imprisonment n putting someone in prison or in jail as lawful punishment imprisonment n the state of being imprisoned captivity,incarceration imprisonment n the act of confining someone in a prison (or as if in a prison) internment improbable adj not likely to be true or to occur or to have occurred unlikely probable improbable adj having a probability too low to inspire belief unbelievable,unconvincing,unlikely improbable adj too improbable to admit of belief marvelous,marvellous,tall improbably adv not easy to believe incredibly,implausibly,unbelievably impromptu n an extemporaneous speech or remark impromptu n a short musical passage that seems to have been made spontaneously without advance preparation impromptu adj with little or no preparation or forethought offhand,offhanded,unrehearsed impromptu adv without advance preparation spontaneously improper adj not suitable or right or appropriate proper improper adj not conforming to legality, moral law, or social convention unconventional,unlawful improper adj not appropriate for a purpose or occasion wrong improperly adv in an improper way properly impropriety n an improper demeanor propriety impropriety n the condition of being improper impropriety n an indecent or improper act indecency impropriety n an act of undue intimacy familiarity,liberty improve v to make better better,amend,ameliorate improve v get better better,ameliorate improved adj made more desirable or valuable or profitable; especially made ready for use or marketing unimproved improved adj become or made better in quality improved adj (of land) made ready for development or agriculture by clearing of trees and brush improvement n a change for the better; progress in development betterment,advance improvement n the act of improving something improvement n a condition superior to an earlier condition decline improver n someone devoted to the promotion of human welfare and to social reforms humanitarian improver n a component that is added to something to improve it addition improvident adj not provident; not providing for the future provident improvident adj not given careful consideration shortsighted improving adj getting higher or more vigorous up improvisation n a creation spoken or written or composed extemporaneously (without prior preparation) improvisation n an unplanned expedient improvisation n a performance given extempore without planning or preparation improvise v perform without preparation improvise v manage in a makeshift way; do with whatever is at hand improvised adj done or made using whatever is available makeshift imprudence n a lack of caution in practical affairs prudence imprudent adj not prudent or wise prudent imprudent adj lacking wise self-restraint imprudently adv in an imprudent manner prudently impudence n an impudent statement cheek,impertinence impudence n the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties crust,gall,impertinence,insolence,freshness impudent adj marked by casual disrespect insolent,flip impudent adj improperly forward or bold fresh,impertinent,smart,saucy,sassy,wise impugn v attack as false or wrong impulse n an instinctive motive urge impulse n a sudden desire caprice,whim impulse n the electrical discharge that travels along a nerve fiber impulse n (electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients) pulsation,pulsing,pulse impulsive adj proceeding from natural feeling or impulse without external stimulus impulsive adj without forethought impulsive adj having the power of driving or impelling driving impulsive adj determined by chance or impulse or whim rather than by necessity or reason capricious,whimsical impulsively adv in an impulsive or impetuous way; without taking cautions impunity n exemption from punishment or loss impure adj combined with extraneous elements pure impure adj (used of persons or behaviors) immoral or obscene pure impure adj having a physical or moral blemish so as to make impure according to dietary or ceremonial laws unclean impurity n worthless or dangerous material that should be removed dross impurity n the condition of being impure purity imputation n a statement attributing something dishonest (especially a criminal offense) imputation n the attribution to a source or cause impute v attribute or credit to ascribe,assign,attribute impute v attribute (responsibility or fault) to a cause or source in n a unit of length equal to one twelfth of a foot inch in n a rare soft silvery metallic element; occurs in small quantities in sphalerite indium in n a state in midwestern United States indiana in adj holding office in adj directed or bound inward in adj currently fashionable in adv to or toward the inside of inwards,inward inability n lack of ability (especially mental ability) to do something ability inability n lacking the power to perform ability inaccessibility n the quality of not being available when needed unavailability accessibility inaccessible adj capable of being reached only with great difficulty or not at all accessible inaccessible adj not capable of being obtained unobtainable,untouchable inaccuracy n the quality of being inaccurate and having errors accuracy inaccurate adj not accurate accurate inaccurately adv in an inaccurate manner accurately inaction n the state of being inactive inactivity action inactivate v release from military service or remove from the active list of military service demobilize inactivate v make inactive deactivate activate inactivation n the process of rendering inactive activation inactivation n breaking up a military unit (by transfers or discharges) inactive adj (chemistry) not participating in a chemical reaction; chemically inert inactive adj (pathology) not progressing or increasing; or progressing slowly active inactive adj (military) not involved in military operations inactive adj not exerting influence or change active inactivity n the state of being inactive inaction activity inactivity n a disposition to remain inactive or inert inertia inactivity n being inactive; being less active activity inadequacy n lack of an adequate quantity or number insufficiency,deficiency adequacy inadequacy n a lack of competence insufficiency inadequacy n unsatisfactoriness by virtue of being inadequate adequacy inadequate adj lacking the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task unequal adequate inadequate adj of insufficient quantity to meet a need poor,short,jejune inadequately adv in an inadequate manner or to an inadequate degree adequately inadmissible adj not deserving to be admitted admissible inadvertence n an unintentional omission resulting from failure to notice something oversight inadvertence n the trait of forgetting or ignoring your responsibilities inadvertent adj happening by chance or unexpectedly or unintentionally accidental inadvertently adv without knowledge or intention unwittingly,unknowingly inadvisable adj not prudent or wise; not recommended advisable inadvisable adj not advisable inalienable adj incapable of being repudiated or transferred to another unalienable alienable inalienable adj not subject to forfeiture inane adj extremely silly or stupid asinine,fatuous inanimate adj belonging to the class of nouns denoting nonliving things animate inanimate adj not endowed with life animate inanimate adj appearing dead; not breathing or having no perceptible pulse breathless inapplicable adj not capable of being applied unsuitable inappropriate adj not suitable for a particular occasion etc appropriate inappropriate adj not in keeping with what is correct or proper incompatible inappropriately adv in an inappropriate manner appropriately inarticulate adj without or deprived of the use of speech or words articulate inattention n lack of attention attention inattentive adj showing a lack of attention or care attentive inattentive adj not showing due care or attention neglectful inaudible adj impossible to hear; imperceptible by the ear audible inaudibly adv in an inaudible manner audibly inaugural n an address delivered at an inaugural ceremony (especially by a United States president) inaugural n the ceremonial induction into a position inauguration inaugural adj occurring at or characteristic of a formal investiture or induction inaugural adj serving to set in motion initiative,first,maiden inaugurate v commence officially inaugurate v open ceremoniously or dedicate formally inaugurate v be a precursor of introduce inauguration n the act of starting a new operation or practice startup inauguration n the ceremonial induction into a position inaugural inauspicious adj not auspicious; boding ill unfortunate auspicious inauspicious adj contrary to your interests or welfare adverse,untoward inauspicious adj presaging ill fortune ill,ominous inboard adj located within the hull or nearest the midline of a vessel or aircraft outboard inborn adj present at birth but not necessarily hereditary; acquired during fetal development congenital,innate inborn adj normally existing at birth inbred inbound adj directed or moving inward or toward a center inward inbred adj produced by inbreeding inbred adj normally existing at birth inborn inbreeding n the act of mating closely related individuals inc n a heterogeneous collection of groups united in their opposition to Saddam Hussein's government of Iraq; formed in 1992 it is comprised of Su inca n a ruler of the Incas (or a member of his family) inca n a member of the Quechuan people living in the Cuzco valley in Peru inca n the small group of Quechua living in the Cuzco Valley in Peru who established hegemony over their neighbors in order to create an empire tha incalculable adj not able to be computed or enumerated calculable incalculable adj too much to be measured untold incandescent adj emitting light as a result of being heated incandescent adj characterized by ardent emotion or intensity or brilliance incantation n a ritual recitation of words or sounds believed to have a magical effect incapable adj (followed by `of') lacking capacity or ability capable incapable adj not being susceptible to or admitting of something (usually followed by `of') incapable adj (followed by `of') not having the temperament or inclination for capable incapable adj not meeting requirements incompetent incapacitate v make unable to perform a certain action disable incapacitate v injure permanently disable,invalid,handicap incapacitated adj lacking in or deprived of strength or power helpless incapacitating adj that cripples or disables or incapacitates crippling,disabling incapacity n lack of intellectual power capacity incapacity n lack of physical or natural qualifications capacity incarcerate v lock up or confine, in or as in a jail imprison,lag,jail,jug,gaol,remand incarceration n the state of being imprisoned captivity,imprisonment incarnate v make concrete and real incarnate v represent in bodily form embody,substantiate incarnate adj possessing or existing in bodily form bodied,corporal,corporate,embodied incarnate adj invested with a bodily form especially of a human body incarnation n a new personification of a familiar idea embodiment,avatar incarnation n (Christianity) the Christian doctrine of the union of God and man in the person of Jesus Christ incarnation n time passed in a particular bodily form incarnation n the act of attributing human characteristics to abstract ideas etc. personification incase v enclose in, or as if in, a case encase,case incendiary n a criminal who illegally sets fire to property arsonist,firebug incendiary n a bomb that is designed to start fires; is most effective against flammable targets (such as fuel) incendiary adj involving deliberate burning of property incendiary adj arousing to action or rebellion inflammatory,seditious incendiary adj capable of catching fire spontaneously or causing fires or burning readily incense n a substance that produces a fragrant odor when burned incense n the pleasing scent produced when incense is burned incense v perfume especially with a censer cense incense v make furious infuriate,exasperate incensed adj angered at something unjust or wrong indignant,outraged incentive n a positive motivational influence inducement,motivator incentive n an additional payment (or other remuneration) to employees as a means of increasing output bonus inception n an event that is a beginning; a first part or stage of subsequent events origin,origination incessant adj uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing ceaseless,constant,perpetual,unceasing,unremitting incessantly adv with unflagging resolve endlessly,ceaselessly,continuously incessantly adv without interruption constantly,always,forever,perpetually incest n sexual intercourse between persons too closely related to marry (as between a parent and a child) incestuous adj resembling incest as by excessive intimacy incestuous adj relating to or involving incest inch n a unit of length equal to one twelfth of a foot in inch n a unit of measurement for advertising space inch v advance slowly, as if by inches edge incheon n a port city in western South Korea on the Yellow Sea inchoate adj only partly in existence; imperfectly formed incipient inchworm n small hairless caterpillar having legs on only its front and rear segments; mostly larvae of moths of the family Geometridae looper incidence n the relative frequency of occurrence of something incidence n the striking of a light beam on a surface incident n a single distinct event incident n a public disturbance incident adj falling or striking of light rays on something incident adj (sometimes followed by `to') minor or casual or subordinate in significance or nature or occurring as a chance concomitant or consequence incidental incidental n (frequently plural) an expense not budgeted or not specified incidental n an item that is incidental incidental adj (sometimes followed by `to') minor or casual or subordinate in significance or nature or occurring as a chance concomitant or consequence incident basic incidental adj not of prime or central importance nonessential,accidental incidental adj occurring with or following as a consequence attendant,consequent,accompanying,concomitant,resultant,sequent,collateral incidentally adv introducing a different topic apropos incidentally adv of a minor or subordinate nature accidentally incinerate v become reduced to ashes incinerate v cause to undergo combustion burn incineration n the act of burning something completely; reducing it to ashes incinerator n a furnace for incinerating (especially to dispose of refuse) incipient adj only partly in existence; imperfectly formed inchoate incise v make an incision into by carving or cutting incised adj sharply and deeply indented incised adj cut into with a sharp instrument incised adj cut or impressed into a surface engraved,etched,graven,inscribed incision n a depression scratched or carved into a surface scratch,prick,slit,dent incision n the cutting of or into body tissues or organs (especially by a surgeon as part of an operation) section incisive adj having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions acute,discriminating,keen,knifelike,penetrating,piercing,sharp incisive adj suitable for cutting or piercing incisor n a tooth for cutting or gnawing; located in the front of the mouth in both jaws incite v give an incentive for action motivate,propel,move,prompt incite v provoke or stir up instigate incite v urge on; cause to act prod incitement n an act of urging on or spurring on or rousing to action or instigating incitement n needed encouragement provocation incitement n something that incites or provokes; a means of arousing or stirring to action provocation incitement n the act of exhorting; an earnest attempt at persuasion exhortation incivility n deliberate discourtesy civility inclement adj (of weather or climate) severe clement inclement adj used of persons or behavior; showing no clemency or mercy clement inclination n an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others disposition,tendency inclination n (astronomy) the angle between the plane of the orbit and the plane of the ecliptic stated in degrees inclination n (geometry) the angle formed by the x-axis and a given line (measured counterclockwise from the positive half of the x-axis) inclination n (physics) the angle that a magnetic needle makes with the plane of the horizon dip incline n an elevated geological formation slope,side incline n an inclined surface connecting two levels ramp incline v have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined tend,lean,run incline v bend or turn (one's ear) towards a speaker in order to listen well incline v lower or bend (the head or upper body), as in a nod or bow incline v be at an angle slope,pitch inclined adj (often followed by `to') having a preference, disposition, or tendency disinclined inclined adj at an angle to the horizontal or vertical position horizontal,vertical inclined adj having made preparations disposed,fain,prepared inclosure n something (usually a supporting document) that is enclosed in an envelope with a covering letter enclosure inclosure n the act of enclosing something inside something else enclosure,enclosing include v have as a part, be made up out of exclude include v consider as part of something exclude include v add as part of something else; put in as part of a set, group, or category include v allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of admit included adj enclosed in the same envelope or package inclusion n the state of being included exclusion inclusion n the relation of comprising something comprehension inclusion n any small intracellular body found within another (characteristic of certain diseases) inclusion n the act of including inclusive adj including much or everything; and especially including stated limits exclusive incognito adj with your identity concealed incognito adv without revealing one's identity incoherence n lack of cohesion or clarity or organization coherence incoherence n nonsense that is simply incoherent and unintelligible incoherent adj without logical or meaningful connection coherent incoherent adj (physics) of waves having no stable definite or stable phase relation coherent incoherent adj unable to express yourself clearly or fluently incoherently adv in an incoherent manner coherently income n the financial gain (earned or unearned) accruing over a given period of time outgo incoming n the act of entering entrance,entering,entry incoming adj arriving at a place or position outgoing incoming adj entering upon a position of office vacated by another outgoing incommunicado adj without the means or right to communicate incomparable adj such that comparison is impossible; unsuitable for comparison or lacking features that can be compared comparable incomparably adv in an incomparable manner or to an incomparable degree comparably incompatibility n the relation between propositions that cannot both be true at the same time inconsistency incompatibility n (immunology) the degree to which the body's immune system will try to reject foreign material (as transfused blood or transplanted tissue) incompatibility n the quality of being unable to exist or work in congenial combination compatibility incompatible adj not compatible compatible incompatible adj used especially of drugs or muscles that counteract or neutralize each other's effect antagonistic incompatible adj not suitable to your tastes or needs incompatible adj incapable of being used with or connected to other devices or components without modification compatible incompetence n lack of physical or intellectual ability or qualifications incompetency competence incompetence n inability of a part or organ to function properly incompetency n lack of physical or intellectual ability or qualifications incompetence incompetent n someone who is not competent to take effective action incompetent adj legally not qualified or sufficient unqualified competent incompetent adj not qualified or suited for a purpose competent incompetent adj showing lack of skill or aptitude bungling,clumsy,fumbling incompetent adj not doing a good job unskilled incompetently adv in an incompetent manner competently incomplete adj not complete or total; not completed uncomplete complete incomplete adj not yet finished uncompleted incomprehensible adj incapable of being explained or accounted for inexplicable incomprehensible adj difficult to understand comprehensible incompressible adj incapable of being compressed; resisting compression inconceivable adj totally unlikely impossible,unimaginable inconclusive adj not conclusive; not putting an end to doubt or question conclusive inconclusively adv not conclusively conclusively incongruity n the quality of disagreeing; being unsuitable and inappropriate congruity incongruous adj lacking in harmony or compatibility or appropriateness incongruously adv in an incongruous manner inconsequential adj lacking worth or importance inconsequential adj not following logically as a consequence inconsiderate adj lacking regard for the rights or feelings of others considerate inconsiderate adj without proper consideration or reflection inconsistency n the relation between propositions that cannot both be true at the same time incompatibility inconsistency n the quality of being inconsistent and lacking a harmonious uniformity among things or parts consistency inconsistent adj displaying a lack of consistency consistent inconsistent adj not capable of being made consistent or harmonious inconsistent adj not in agreement inconspicuous adj not prominent or readily noticeable invisible conspicuous inconstancy n unfaithfulness by virtue of being unreliable or treacherous fickleness inconstancy n the quality of being changeable and variable constancy incontinence n involuntary urination or defecation incontinence n indiscipline with regard to sensuous pleasures incontinent adj not having control over urination and defecation continent incontrovertible adj impossible to deny or disprove irrefutable,positive incontrovertible adj necessarily or demonstrably true demonstrable inconvenience n an inconvenient discomfort inconvenience n a difficulty that causes anxiety inconvenience n the quality of not being useful or convenient convenience inconvenience v to cause inconvenience or discomfort to trouble,discommode,bother inconvenient adj not suited to your comfort, purpose or needs convenient inconvenient adj not conveniently timed incorporate v make into a whole or make part of a whole integrate incorporate v include or contain; have as a component contain,comprise incorporate v form a corporation incorporate v unite or merge with something already in existence incorporate adj formed or united into a whole incorporated,integrated,merged,unified incorporated adj formed or united into a whole incorporate,integrated,merged,unified incorporated adj organized and maintained as a legal corporation corporate incorporated adj introduced into as a part of the whole incorporation n consolidating two or more things; union in (or into) one body incorporation n learning (of values or attitudes etc.) that is incorporated within yourself incorporation n including by incorporating incorrect adj not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth wrong correct incorrect adj not in accord with established usage or procedure wrong incorrect adj (of a word or expression) not agreeing with grammatical principles incorrect adj characterized by errors; not agreeing with a model or not following established rules faulty,wrong incorrectly adv in an incorrect manner falsely incorrectly adv in an inaccurate manner wrongly,wrong correctly incorrigible adj impervious to correction by punishment corrigible incorrigible adj difficult or impossible to manage or control increase n a quantity that is added addition,gain increase n a change resulting in an increase decrease increase n a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important increment,growth decrease increase n the amount by which something increases increment decrease increase v become bigger or greater in amount decrease increase v make bigger or more decrease increased adj made greater in size or amount or degree decreased increasing adj becoming greater or larger decreasing increasing adj (music) increasing in tempo and/or volume decreasing increasingly adv advancing in amount or intensity progressively incredible adj beyond belief or understanding unbelievable credible incredibly adv not easy to believe improbably,implausibly,unbelievably credibly incredibly adv exceedingly; extremely fabulously,fantastically incredulity n doubt about the truth of something disbelief,skepticism incredulous adj not disposed or willing to believe; unbelieving credulous increment n a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important increase,growth increment n the amount by which something increases increase incremental adj increasing gradually by regular degrees or additions incriminate v suggest that someone is guilty imply incriminate v bring an accusation against; level a charge against accuse,impeach incriminating adj charging or suggestive of guilt or blame incrimination n an accusation that you are responsible for some lapse or misdeed blame incrust v decorate or cover lavishly (as with gems) encrust,beset incrust v cover or coat with a crust encrust incrust v form a crust or a hard layer encrust incrustation n the formation of a crust incrustation n a hard outer layer that covers something crust incrustation n a decorative coating of contrasting material that is applied to a surface as an inlay or overlay incubate v grow under conditions that promote development incubate v sit on (eggs) brood,hatch,cover incubation n maintaining something at the most favorable temperature for its development incubation n (pathology) the phase in the development of an infection between the time a pathogen enters the body and the time the first symptoms appear incubation n sitting on eggs so as to hatch them by the warmth of the body brooding incubator n apparatus consisting of a box designed to maintain a constant temperature by the use of a thermostat; used for chicks or premature infants brooder incubus n a male demon believed to lie on sleeping persons and to have sexual intercourse with sleeping women incubus n a situation resembling a terrifying dream nightmare incubus n someone who depresses or worries others inculcate v teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions instill,infuse incumbency n the term during which some position is held tenure incumbency n a duty that is incumbent upon you incumbency n the office of an incumbent incumbent n the official who holds an office officeholder incumbent adj lying or leaning on something else incumbent adj necessary (for someone) as a duty or responsibility; morally binding incumbent adj currently holding an office incur v make oneself subject to; bring upon oneself; become liable to incur v receive a specified treatment (abstract) receive,get,find,obtain incurable n a person whose disease is incurable incurable adj incapable of being cured curable incurable adj unalterable in disposition or habits incurring n acquiring or coming into something (usually undesirable) incursion n the act of entering some territory or domain (often in large numbers) incursion n an attack that penetrates into enemy territory penetration incursion n the mistake of incurring liability or blame incus n the ossicle between the malleus and the stapes anvil indaba n a council at which indigenous peoples of southern Africa meet to discuss some important question indebted adj owing gratitude or recognition to another for help or favors etc indebted adj under a legal obligation to someone indebtedness n an obligation to pay money to another party liability indebtedness n a personal relation in which one is indebted for a service or favor obligation indecency n the quality of being indecent decency indecency n an indecent or improper act impropriety indecent adj not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society unbecoming,unseemly,untoward indecent adj offensive to good taste especially in sexual matters decent indecent adj offending against sexual mores in conduct or appearance indecision n doubt concerning two or more possible alternatives or courses of action indecisiveness indecision n the trait of irresolution; a lack of firmness of character or purpose indecisiveness decision indecisive adj characterized by lack of decision and firmness decisive indecisive adj not definitely settling something decisive indecisive adj not clearly defined indecisiveness n doubt concerning two or more possible alternatives or courses of action indecision indecisiveness n the trait of irresolution; a lack of firmness of character or purpose indecision decisiveness indeed adv in truth (often tends to intensify) so indeed adv (used as an interjection) an expression of surprise or skepticism or irony etc. indefatigable adj showing sustained enthusiastic action with unflagging vitality tireless,unflagging indefeasible adj not liable to being annulled or voided or undone indefensible adj (of theories etc) incapable of being defended or justified untenable indefensible adj not able to be protected against attack indefensible adj incapable of being justified or explained insupportable,unjustifiable,unwarranted indefinable adj not capable of being precisely or readily described; not easily put into words indefinable adj defying expression or description indescribable,ineffable,unspeakable indefinite adj vague or not clearly defined or stated definite indefinite adj not decided or not known indefinitely adv to an indefinite extent; for an indefinite time indelible adj cannot be removed or erased indelibly adv in an indelible manner indelicate adj in violation of good taste even verging on the indecent indelicate adj lacking propriety and good taste in manners and conduct indelicate adj verging on the indecent indemnification n a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury damages,amends,indemnity,restitution,redress indemnification n an act of compensation for actual loss or damage or for trouble and annoyance indemnify v secure against future loss, damage, or liability; give security for indemnify v make amends for; pay compensation for compensate,recompense,repair indemnity n protection against future loss insurance indemnity n legal exemption from liability for damages indemnity n a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury damages,amends,indemnification,restitution,redress indent n an order for goods to be exported or imported indent n the space left between the margin and the start of an indented line indentation,indenture indent v set in from the margin indent v cut or tear along an irregular line so that the parts can later be matched for authentication indent v make a depression into dent indent v notch the edge of or make jagged indentation n a concave cut into a surface or edge (as in a coastline) indenture indentation n the formation of small pits in a surface as a consequence of corrosion pitting,roughness indentation n the space left between the margin and the start of an indented line indent,indenture indentation n the act of cutting into an edge with toothlike notches or angular incisions indenture n a concave cut into a surface or edge (as in a coastline) indentation indenture n formal agreement between the issuer of bonds and the bondholders as to terms of the debt indenture n a contract binding one party into the service of another for a specified term indenture n the space left between the margin and the start of an indented line indentation,indent indenture v bind by or as if by indentures, as of an apprentice or servant indent indentured adj bound by contract apprenticed,bound independence n freedom from control or influence of another or others independence n the successful ending of the American Revolution independence n a city in western Missouri; the beginning of the Santa Fe Trail independent n a neutral or uncommitted person (especially in politics) independent n a writer or artist who sells services to different employers without a long-term contract with any of them freelancer,freelance independent adj free from external control and constraint dependent independent adj (of political bodies) not controlled by outside forces autonomous,sovereign independent adj (of a clause) capable of standing syntactically alone as a complete sentence main dependent independent adj not controlled by a party or interest group independently adv on your own; without outside help independently adv apart from others severally indescribable adj defying expression or description indefinable,ineffable,unspeakable indestructibility n the strength to resist destruction indestructible adj not easily destroyed indestructible adj very long lasting durable,perdurable indeterminate adj not precisely determined or established; not fixed or known in advance undetermined determinate indeterminate adj having a capacity for continuing to grow at the apex determinate indeterminate adj of uncertain or ambiguous nature indeterminate adj (of a quantity) having no definite value, as an equation that cannot be solved index n a numerical scale used to compare variables with one another or with some reference number index n a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts; can reveal relative changes as a function of indicator index n a mathematical notation indicating the number of times a quantity is multiplied by itself exponent,power index n an alphabetical listing of names and topics along with page numbers where they are discussed index v list in an index index v provide with an index index v adjust through indexation indexer n someone who provides an index indexing n the act of classifying and providing an index in order to make items easier to retrieve india n a republic in the Asian subcontinent in southern Asia; second most populous country in the world; achieved independence from the United King bharat indian n a native or inhabitant of India indian n any of the languages spoken by Amerindians amerind indian adj of or relating to or characteristic of India or the East Indies or their peoples or languages or cultures indian adj of or pertaining to Native Americans or their culture or languages amerind indiana n a state in midwestern United States in indiana n United States pop artist (born 1928) indianapolis n the capital and largest city of Indiana; a major commercial center in the country's heartland; site of an annual 500-mile automobile race indic n a branch of the Indo-Iranian family of languages indicate v be a signal for or a symptom of bespeak,point,signal indicate v indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively point,designate,show indicate v to state or express briefly contraindicate indicate v give evidence of argue indication n something that serves to indicate or suggest indication n the act of indicating or pointing out by name indication n (medicine) a reason to prescribe a drug or perform a procedure contraindication indication n something (as a course of action) that is indicated as expedient or necessary indicative n a mood (grammatically unmarked) that represents the act or state as an objective fact declarative indicative adj relating to the mood of verbs that is used simple in declarative statements declarative indicative adj (usually followed by `of') pointing out or revealing clearly revelatory,suggestive indicator n a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts; can reveal relative changes as a function of index indicator n a signal for attracting attention indicator n a device for showing the operating condition of some system indicator n (chemistry) a substance that changes color to indicate the presence of some ion or substance; can be used to indicate the completion of a ch indict v accuse formally of a crime indictable adj liable to be accused, or cause for such liability chargeable indictment n a formal document written for a prosecuting attorney charging a person with some offense indictment n an accusation of wrongdoing indie n a pop group not affiliated with a major record company indie n an independent film company not associated with an established studio indie adj (of pop groups) not affiliated with a major recording company indifference n unbiased impartial unconcern indifference n apathy demonstrated by an absence of emotional reactions phlegm indifference n the trait of lacking enthusiasm for or interest in things generally apathy,numbness indifference n the trait of remaining calm and seeming not to care; a casual lack of concern nonchalance,unconcern indifferent adj marked by a lack of interest apathetic indifferent adj showing no care or concern in attitude or action indifferent adj (usually followed by `to') unwilling or refusing to pay heed deaf indifferent adj (often followed by `to') lacking importance; not mattering one way or the other immaterial indifferently adv with indifference; in an indifferent manner indigenous adj originating where it is found endemic indigenously adv in an indigenous manner indigent adj poor enough to need help from others destitute,impoverished,necessitous,needy indigestion n a disorder of digestive function characterized by discomfort or heartburn or nausea indignant adj angered at something unjust or wrong incensed,outraged indignantly adv in an indignant manner indignation n a feeling of righteous anger outrage indignity n an affront to one's dignity or self-esteem indigo n a blue dye obtained from plants or made synthetically anil indigo n deciduous subshrub of southeastern Asia having pinnate leaves and clusters of red or purple flowers; a source of indigo dye indigo n a blue-violet color indigo adj having a color between blue and violet indirect adj having intervening factors or persons or influences indirect adj not direct in spatial dimension; not leading by a straight line or course to a destination direct indirect adj descended from a common ancestor but through different lines collateral indirect adj extended senses; not direct in manner or language or behavior or action direct indirection n indirect procedure or action indirection n deceitful action that is not straightforward indirectly adv not in a forthright manner directly indiscreet adj lacking discretion; injudicious discreet indiscrete adj not divided or divisible into parts indiscretion n the trait of being injudicious indiscretion n a petty misdeed indiscriminate adj failing to make or recognize distinctions indiscriminate adj not marked by fine distinctions discriminate indiscriminately adv in a random manner randomly,haphazardly,arbitrarily indiscriminately adv in an indiscriminate manner indispensable adj not to be dispensed with; essential dispensable indispensable adj absolutely necessary; vitally necessary essential indispensable adj unavoidable indisputable adj not open to question; obviously true indisputable adj impossible to doubt or dispute sure indistinct adj not clearly defined or easy to perceive or understand distinct indistinguishable adj exactly alike; incapable of being perceived as different identical indistinguishable adj not capable of being distinguished or differentiated distinguishable indite v produce a literary work write,compose,pen indium n a rare soft silvery metallic element; occurs in small quantities in sphalerite in individual n a human being person,someone,somebody,mortal,soul individual n a single organism individual adj being or characteristic of a single thing or person single common individual adj separate and distinct from others of the same kind individual adj characteristic of or meant for a single person or thing single individual adj concerning one person exclusively private individualism n the quality of being individual individuality individualism n a belief in the importance of the individual and the virtue of self-reliance and personal independence individualism n the doctrine that government should not interfere in commercial affairs individualist n a person who pursues independent thought or action individualist adj marked by or expressing individuality individualistic individualistic adj marked by or expressing individuality individualist individualistic adj with minimally restricted freedom in commerce individuality n the quality of being individual individualism commonality individuality n the distinct personality of an individual regarded as a persisting entity identity individualize v make or mark or treat as individual individualize v make personal or more personal personalize individualized adj made for or directed or adjusted to a particular individual personalized individually adv apart from others separately,singly,severally indivisible adj impossible of undergoing division divisible indochina n a peninsula of southeastern Asia that includes Myanmar and Cambodia and Laos and Malaysia and Thailand and Vietnam indoctrinate v teach doctrines to; teach uncritically indoctrination n teaching someone to accept doctrines uncritically indolence n inactivity resulting from a dislike of work laziness indolent adj disinclined to work or exertion lazy,otiose indolent adj (of tumors, e.g.) slow to heal or develop and usually painless indomitable adj impossible to subdue indonesia n a republic in southeastern Asia on an archipelago including more than 13,000 islands; achieved independence from the Netherlands in 1945; th indonesian n a native or inhabitant of Indonesia indonesian n the dialect of Malay used as the national language of the Republic of Indonesia or of Malaysia indonesian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Indonesia or its people or languages indoor adj located, suited for, or taking place within a building outdoor indoor adj within doors indoors adv within a building inside outdoors indri n large short-tailed lemur of Madagascar having thick silky fur in black and white and fawn induce v cause to arise induce v cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner stimulate,cause,have,get,make induce v cause to occur rapidly stimulate,rush,hasten induce v reason or establish by induction induced adj brought about or caused; not spontaneous spontaneous inducement n a positive motivational influence incentive,motivator inducement n act of bringing about a desired result inducing inducing n act of bringing about a desired result inducement induct v place ceremoniously or formally in an office or position invest,seat induct v accept people into an exclusive society or group, usually with some rite initiate induct v admit as a member induct v produce electric current by electrostatic or magnetic processes induce inductance n an electrical phenomenon whereby an electromotive force (EMF) is generated in a closed circuit by a change in the flow of current induction inductance n an electrical device (typically a conducting coil) that introduces inductance into a circuit inductor inductee n a person inducted into an organization or social group inductee n someone who is drafted into military service draftee,conscript induction n a formal entry into an organization or position or office initiation,installation induction n an electrical phenomenon whereby an electromotive force (EMF) is generated in a closed circuit by a change in the flow of current inductance induction n reasoning from detailed facts to general principles generalization induction n stimulation that calls up (draws forth) a particular class of behaviors evocation inductive adj arising from inductance inductive adj of reasoning; proceeding from particular facts to a general conclusion deductive inductive adj inducing or influencing; leading on inductor n an electrical device (typically a conducting coil) that introduces inductance into a circuit inductance indulge v give free rein to indulge v yield (to); give satisfaction to gratify,pander indulge v enjoy to excess indulge v treat with excessive indulgence pamper,featherbed,cosset,cocker,baby,coddle,mollycoddle,spoil indulgence n an inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires indulgence n a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone lenience,leniency indulgence n the act of indulging or gratifying a desire indulging,pampering indulgence n foolish or senseless behavior folly,foolery,tomfoolery,craziness,lunacy indulgent adj characterized by or given to yielding to the wishes of someone indulgent adj tolerant or lenient lenient,soft indulgent adj being favorably inclined indulging n the act of indulging or gratifying a desire indulgence,pampering indus n a faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near Telescopium and Tucana indus n an Asian river that rises in Tibet and flows through northern India and then southwest through Kashmir and Pakistan to the Arabian Sea industrial adj of or relating to or resulting from industry industrial adj having highly developed industries industrial adj employed in industry industrial adj suitable to stand up to hard wear industrialise v organize (the production of something) into an industry industrialize industrialise v develop industry; become industrial industrialize industrialist n someone who manages or has significant financial interest in an industrial enterprise industrialization n the development of industry on an extensive scale industrialize v organize (the production of something) into an industry industrialise industrialize v develop industry; become industrial industrialise industrialized adj made industrial; converted to industrialism industrially adv by industrial means industrious adj characterized by hard work and perseverance hardworking,tireless industrious adj working hard to promote an enterprise energetic industry n the people or companies engaged in a particular kind of commercial enterprise industry n the organized action of making of goods and services for sale manufacture industry n persevering determination to perform a task diligence inebriate n a chronic drinker drunkard,drunk,rummy,sot,wino inebriate v fill with sublime emotion exhilarate,thrill,exalt,beatify inebriate v make drunk (with alcoholic drinks) intoxicate,soak inebriate v become drunk or drink excessively souse,soak inebriated adj stupefied or excited by a chemical substance (especially alcohol) intoxicated,drunk,ripped,gone inedible adj not suitable for food edible ineffable adj defying expression or description indefinable,indescribable,unspeakable ineffable adj too sacred to be uttered unspeakable ineffective adj not producing an intended effect ineffectual effective ineffective adj lacking in power or forcefulness ineffectual,unable ineffective adj lacking the ability or skill to perform effectively; inadequate inefficient ineffectiveness n lacking the power to be effective effectiveness ineffectual adj not producing an intended effect ineffective ineffectual adj producing no result or effect futile,otiose,unavailing,meaningless ineffectual adj lacking in power or forcefulness ineffective,unable inefficiency n unskillfulness resulting from a lack of efficiency efficiency inefficient adj not producing desired results; wasteful efficient inefficient adj lacking the ability or skill to perform effectively; inadequate ineffective inefficiently adv in an inefficient manner efficiently inelastic adj not elastic elastic ineligible adj not eligible eligible ineligible adj prohibited by official rules inept adj not elegant or graceful in expression awkward,clumsy,cumbersome inept adj generally incompetent and ineffectual feckless inept adj revealing lack of perceptiveness or judgment or finesse tactless ineptitude n unskillfulness resulting from a lack of training awkwardness,clumsiness,ineptness,slowness ineptitude n having no qualities that would render it valuable or useful ineptly adv with ineptitude; in an incompetent manner ineptly adv in an infelicitous manner ineptness n unskillfulness resulting from a lack of training awkwardness,clumsiness,ineptitude,slowness ineptness n the quality of having the wrong properties for a specific purpose inequality n lack of equality equality inequitable adj not equitable or fair unjust equitable inequity n injustice by virtue of not conforming with rules or standards unfairness equity ineradicable adj not able to be destroyed or rooted out eradicable inert adj unable to move or resist motion inert adj having only a limited ability to react chemically; chemically inactive indifferent,neutral inert adj slow and apathetic sluggish,soggy,torpid inertia n a disposition to remain inactive or inert inactivity inertia n (physics) the tendency of a body to maintain its state of rest or uniform motion unless acted upon by an external force inertial adj of or relating to inertia inertness n immobility by virtue of being inert inescapable adj impossible to avoid or evade unavoidable inescapably adv by necessity inevitably,unavoidably inevitability n the quality of being unavoidable inevitable n an unavoidable event inevitable adj incapable of being avoided or prevented inevitable adj invariably occurring or appearing inevitably adv in such a manner as could not be otherwise necessarily,needs inevitably adv by necessity inescapably,unavoidably inexact adj not exact exact inexcusable adj without excuse or justification excusable inexcusable adj not excusable unforgivable inexcusably adv in an unpardonable manner or to an unpardonable degree inexcusably adv without any excuse unjustifiably inexhaustible adj that cannot be entirely consumed or used up unlimited inexhaustible adj incapable of being entirely consumed or used up inexorable adj not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty grim,relentless,stern,unforgiving,unrelenting inexorable adj impervious to pleas, persuasion, requests, reason adamant,intransigent inexorably adv in an inexorable manner inexpensive adj relatively low in price or charging low prices cheap inexpensively adv in a cheap manner cheaply inexpensively adv with little expenditure of money cheaply inexperience n lack of experience and the knowledge and understanding derived from experience rawness experience inexperienced adj lacking practical experience or training experienced inexplicable adj incapable of being explained or accounted for incomprehensible explicable inexplicably adv in a manner differing from the usual or expected curiously,oddly,peculiarly inextricable adj not permitting extrication; incapable of being disentangled or untied extricable inextricably adv in an inextricable manner infallibility n the quality of never making an error fallibility infallible adj incapable of failure or error fallible infamous adj known widely and usually unfavorably notorious infamy n a state of extreme dishonor opprobrium fame infamy n evil fame or public reputation fame infancy n the early stage of growth or development babyhood infancy n the earliest state of immaturity babyhood infant n a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk baby,babe infanticide n a person who murders an infant infanticide n murdering an infant infantile adj indicating a lack of maturity childish infantile adj of or relating to infants or infancy infantile adj being or befitting or characteristic of an infant infantry n an army unit consisting of soldiers who fight on foot foot infantryman n fights on foot with small arms marcher infarction n localized necrosis resulting from obstruction of the blood supply infatuate v arouse unreasoning love or passion in and cause to behave in an irrational way infatuated adj marked by foolish or unreasoning fondness enamored,potty,smitten infatuation n a foolish and usually extravagant passion or love or admiration infatuation n temporary love of an adolescent crush infatuation n an object of extravagant short-lived passion infeasible adj not capable of being carried out or put into practice impracticable,unfeasible,unworkable infect v communicate a disease to infect v contaminate with a disease or microorganism taint disinfect infect v corrupt with ideas or an ideology infect v affect in a contagious way infected adj containing or resulting from disease-causing organisms septic infection n the pathological state resulting from the invasion of the body by pathogenic microorganisms infection n (phonetics) the alteration of a speech sound under the influence of a neighboring sound infection n (medicine) the invasion of the body by pathogenic microorganisms and their multiplication which can lead to tissue damage and disease infection n an incident in which an infectious disease is transmitted contagion,transmission infectious adj caused by infection or capable of causing infection infective infectious adj easily spread infectious adj of or relating to infection infective adj able to cause disease pathogenic infective adj caused by infection or capable of causing infection infectious infer v reason by deduction; establish by deduction deduce,deduct,derive infer v draw from specific cases for more general cases generalize,extrapolate infer v conclude by reasoning; in logic deduce infer v guess correctly; solve by guessing guess inference n the reasoning involved in drawing a conclusion or making a logical judgment on the basis of circumstantial evidence and prior conclusions ra illation inferential adj relating to or having the nature of illation or inference inferential adj of reasoning; proceeding from general premisses to a necessary and specific conclusion inferential adj resembling or dependent on or arrived at by inference inferential adj derived or capable of being derived by inference inferior n one of lesser rank or station or quality superior inferior n a character or symbol set or printed or written beneath or slightly below and to the side of another character subscript inferior adj of or characteristic of low rank or importance superior inferior adj of low or inferior quality superior inferior adj written or printed below and to one side of another character subscript inferior adj having an orbit between the sun and the Earth's orbit superior inferiority n the state of being inferior inferiority n an inferior quality superiority inferiority n the quality of being a competitive disadvantage infernal n an inhabitant of Hell infernal adj characteristic of or resembling Hell infernal adj extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell demonic,diabolical,fiendish,hellish,satanic,unholy infernal adj expletives used informally as intensifiers blasted,blame,blamed,blessed,damn,damned,darned,deuced infernal adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of a very uncontrolled and intense fire inferno n any place of pain and turmoil hell,hellhole inferno n a very intense and uncontrolled fire conflagration inferno n (Christianity) the abode of Satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment hell,perdition,pit infertile adj incapable of reproducing sterile infertility n the state of being unable to produce offspring; in a woman it is an inability to conceive; in a man it is an inability to impregnate sterility fertility infest v invade in great numbers overrun infest v occupy in large numbers or live on a host invade,overrun infest v live on or in a host, as of parasites infestation n the state of being invaded or overrun by parasites infestation n a swarm of insects that attack plants plague infidel n a person who does not acknowledge your god heathen,pagan,gentile infidelity n the quality of being unfaithful fidelity infield n the area of a baseball field that is enclosed by 3 bases and home plate diamond outfield infielder n (baseball) a person who plays a position in the infield infiltrate v cause (a liquid) to enter by penetrating the interstices infiltrate v enter a group or organization in order to spy on the members penetrate infiltrate v pass into or through by filtering or permeating infiltrate v pass through an enemy line; in a military conflict infiltration n a process in which individuals (or small groups) penetrate an area (especially the military penetration of enemy positions without detection infiltration n the slow passage of a liquid through a filtering medium infinite n the unlimited expanse in which everything is located space infinite adj having no limits or boundaries in time or space or extent or magnitude finite infinite adj (of verbs) not having tense, person, or number (as a participle or gerund or infinitive) finite infinite adj too numerous to be counted countless,innumerable,multitudinous,myriad,numberless,uncounted infinite adj total and all-embracing infinitely adv without bounds immeasurably infinitely adv continuing forever without end endlessly infinitesimal n (mathematics) a variable that has zero as its limit infinitesimal adj infinitely or immeasurably small minute infinitive n the uninflected form of the verb infinity n time without end eternity infirm adj lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality decrepit,feeble,rickety,sapless,weak,weakly infirm adj lacking firmness of will or character or purpose infirmary n a health facility where patients receive treatment hospital infirmity n the state of being weak in health or body (especially from old age) frailty,debility inflame v cause inflammation in inflame v catch fire kindle inflame v cause to start burning kindle inflame v arouse or excite feelings and passions wake,ignite,heat inflamed adj resulting from inflammation; hot and swollen and reddened inflamed adj lighted with red light as if with flames ablaze inflamed adj adorned with tongues of flame inflaming n arousal to violent emotion inflammation inflammable adj easily ignited flammable inflammation n a response of body tissues to injury or irritation; characterized by pain and swelling and redness and heat redness inflammation n the state of being emotionally aroused and worked up excitement,excitation,fervor inflammation n arousal to violent emotion inflaming inflammation n the act of setting something on fire ignition,firing,lighting,kindling inflammatory adj characterized or caused by inflammation inflammatory adj arousing to action or rebellion incendiary,seditious inflatable adj designed to be filled with air or gas inflate v exaggerate or make bigger expand,amplify inflate v fill with gas or air deflate inflate v cause prices to rise by increasing the available currency or credit deflate inflate v increase the amount or availability of, creating a rise in value deflate inflated adj enlarged beyond truth or reasonableness hyperbolic inflated adj pretentious (especially with regard to language or ideals) inflation n a general and progressive increase in prices deflation,disinflation inflation n (cosmology) a brief exponential expansion of the universe (faster than the speed of light) postulated to have occurred shortly after the big inflation n lack of elegance as a consequence of being pompous and puffed up with vanity ostentation,pomposity,pompousness inflation n the act of filling something with air deflation inflationary adj associated with or tending to cause increases in inflation deflationary inflected adj (of the voice) altered in tone or pitch inflected adj showing alteration in form (especially by the addition of affixes) inflection n a change in the form of a word (usually by adding a suffix) to indicate a change in its grammatical function inflection n the patterns of stress and intonation in a language prosody inflection n deviation from a straight or normal course flexion inflection n a manner of speaking in which the loudness or pitch or tone of the voice is modified modulation inflexibility n a lack of physical flexibility flexibility inflexibility n the quality of being rigid and rigorously severe rigidity flexibility inflexible adj incapable of change flexible inflexible adj not making concessions uncompromising,sturdy inflexible adj resistant to being bent flexible inflexible adj incapable of adapting or changing to meet circumstances rigid,unbending inflexibly adv in an inflexible manner flexibly inflict v impose something unpleasant visit,impose infliction n the act of imposing something (as a tax or an embargo) imposition infliction n an act causing pain or damage infliction n something or someone that causes trouble; a source of unhappiness annoyance,bother,pain inflow n the process of flowing in influx outflow influence n a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc influence n causing something without any direct or apparent effort influence n a cognitive factor that tends to have an effect on what you do influence n the effect of one thing (or person) on another influence v have and exert influence or effect work influence v shape or influence; give direction to determine,shape,mold,regulate influence v induce into action by using one's charm charm,tempt influential adj having or exercising influence or power influenza n an acute febrile highly contagious viral disease flu,grippe influx n the process of flowing in inflow efflux info n a message received and understood information infomercial n a television commercial presented in the form of a short documentary inform v impart knowledge of some fact, state of affairs, or event to inform v give character or essence to inform v act as an informer informal adj not formal formal informal adj not officially recognized or controlled loose informal adj used of spoken and written language formal informal adj having or fostering a warm or friendly and informal atmosphere cozy,intimate informality n a manner that does not take forms and ceremonies seriously formality informality n freedom from constraint or embarrassment ease informally adv without formality formally informally adv with the use of colloquial expressions informant n a person who supplies information source informant n someone who sees an event and reports what happened witness information n a message received and understood info information n knowledge acquired through study or experience or instruction information n formal accusation of a crime information n a collection of facts from which conclusions may be drawn data informational adj relating to or having the nature of information informative adj tending to increase knowledge or dissipate ignorance enlightening,illuminating informative adj serving to instruct or enlighten or inform instructive informative adj providing or conveying information informed adj having much knowledge or education uninformed informer n one who reveals confidential information in return for money rat,squealer,blabber informing n to furnish incriminating evidence to an officer of the law (usually in return for favors) informing n a speech act that conveys information infra adv (in writing) at a later place below infraction n a crime less serious than a felony misdemeanor,violation,infringement infrared n the infrared region of the electromagnetic spectrum; electromagnetic wave frequencies below the visible range infrared n electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths longer than visible light but shorter than radio waves infrared adj having or employing wavelengths longer than light but shorter than radio waves; lying outside the visible spectrum at its red end infrastructure n the basic structure or features of a system or organization infrastructure n the stock of basic facilities and capital equipment needed for the functioning of a country or area base infrequency n noteworthy scarcity rarity,rareness infrequent adj not frequent; not occurring regularly or at short intervals frequent infrequently adv not many times frequently infringe v go against, as of rules and laws conflict,contravene infringe v advance beyond the usual limit encroach,impinge infringement n an act that disregards an agreement or a right violation infringement n a crime less serious than a felony misdemeanor,infraction,violation infuriate v make furious exasperate,incense infuriated adj marked by extreme anger angered,enraged,furious infuriating adj extremely annoying or displeasing exasperating,maddening,vexing infuse v teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions inculcate,instill infuse v fill, as with a certain quality impregnate,instill,tincture infuse v undergo the process of infusion infuse v let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse steep infusion n a solution obtained by steeping or soaking a substance (usually in water) extract infusion n the process of extracting certain active properties (as a drug from a plant) by steeping or soaking (usually in water) infusion n (medicine) the passive introduction of a substance (a fluid or drug or electrolyte) into a vein or between tissues (as by gravitational forc infusion n the act of infusing or introducing a certain modifying element or quality inga n any tree or shrub of the genus Inga having pinnate leaves and showy usually white flowers; cultivated as ornamentals inge n English prelate noted for his pessimistic sermons and articles (1860-1954) inge n United States playwright (1913-1973) ingenious adj showing inventiveness and skill clever,cunning ingeniously adv in an ingenious manner ingenue n an actress who specializes in playing the role of an artless innocent young girl ingenue n an artless innocent young girl (especially as portrayed on the stage) ingenue n the role of an innocent artless young woman in a play ingenuity n the power of creative imagination inventiveness,cleverness ingenuity n the property of being ingenious cleverness ingenuous adj characterized by an inability to mask your feelings; not devious artless disingenuous ingenuous adj lacking in sophistication or worldliness innocent inger n a member of western Finnish people formerly living in the Baltic province where Saint Petersburg was built ingest v serve oneself to, or consume regularly consume,take,have ingest v take up mentally absorb,assimilate ingestion n the process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating) consumption,intake,uptake inglenook n a corner by a fireplace inglorious adj (used of conduct or character) deserving or bringing disgrace or shame black,disgraceful,ignominious,shameful inglorious adj not bringing honor and glory glorious ingot n metal that is cast in the shape of a block for convenient handling ingrain v thoroughly work in grain ingrain v produce or try to produce a vivid impression of impress,instill ingrained adj (used especially of ideas or principles) deeply rooted; firmly fixed or held implanted,planted ingrate n a person who shows no gratitude ingratiate v gain favor with somebody by deliberate efforts ingratiating adj capable of winning favor ingratiating adj calculated to please or gain favor insinuating ingratitude n a lack of gratitude gratitude ingredient n a component of a mixture or compound ingredient n an abstract part of something component,constituent,element,factor ingredient n food that is a component of a mixture in cooking fixings inhabit v be an inhabitant of or reside in populate,dwell,live inhabit v be present in inhabit v exist or be situated within dwell inhabitable adj fit for habitation habitable inhabitant n a person who inhabits a particular place habitant,dweller,denizen inhabitation n the act of dwelling in or living permanently in a place (said of both animals and men) habitation inhabited adj having inhabitants; lived in uninhabited inhalant n something that is inhaled inhalant n a medication to be taken by inhaling it inhalation inhalant adj inhaling or serving for inhalation inhalation n the act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing inspiration,aspiration,intake inhalation n a medication to be taken by inhaling it inhalant inhale v draw deep into the lungs in by breathing inhale v draw in (air) inspire exhale inhaler n a dispenser that produces a chemical vapor to be inhaled in order to relieve nasal congestion inherent adj existing as an essential constituent or characteristic constitutional,integral inherent adj in the nature of something though not readily apparent underlying inherently adv in an inherent manner inherit v obtain from someone after their death inherit v receive from a predecessor inherit v receive by genetic transmission inheritable adj capable of being inherited heritable inheritance n hereditary succession to a title or an office or property heritage inheritance n that which is inherited; a title or property or estate that passes by law to the heir on the death of the owner heritage inheritance n (genetics) attributes acquired via biological heredity from the parents inheritance n any attribute or immaterial possession that is inherited from ancestors heritage inherited adj occurring among members of a family usually by heredity familial,genetic,hereditary,transmitted inheriting adj having the legal right to inherit inheritor n a person who is entitled by law or by the terms of a will to inherit the estate of another heir inhibit v prohibit, forbid, or prevent from doing something inhibit v limit, block, or decrease the action or function of inhibit v consciously restrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior suppress inhibit v make (someone) self-conscious and as a result unable to act naturally inhibited adj held back or restrained or prevented uninhibited inhibition n (psychology) the conscious exclusion of unacceptable thoughts or desires suppression inhibition n the quality of being inhibited inhibition n (physiology) the process whereby nerves can retard or prevent the functioning of an organ or part inhibition n the action of prohibiting or inhibiting or forbidding (or an instance thereof) prohibition inhibitor n a substance that retards or stops an activity activator inhibitory adj restrictive of action repressive,repressing inhospitable adj unfavorable to life or growth hospitable inhospitable adj not hospitable hospitable inhuman adj without compunction or human feeling cold inhuman adj belonging to or resembling something nonhuman inhumane adj lacking and reflecting lack of pity or compassion humane inhumanity n the quality of lacking compassion or consideration for others inhumanity n an act of atrocious cruelty atrocity inimical adj not friendly unfriendly inimitable adj defying imitation; matchless iniquity n morally objectionable behavior evil,immorality,wickedness iniquity n an unjust act injustice,unfairness initial n the first letter of a word (especially a person's name) initial v mark with one's initials initial adj occurring at the beginning initialize v assign an initial value to a computer program initialize v divide (a disk) into marked sectors so that it may store data format initially adv at the beginning initiate n someone new to a field or activity novice,beginner initiate n someone who has been admitted to membership in a scholarly field pundit,savant initiate n people who have been introduced to the mysteries of some field or activity enlightened initiate v bring into being originate,start initiate v take the lead or initiative in; participate in the development of pioneer initiate v accept people into an exclusive society or group, usually with some rite induct initiate v bring up a topic for discussion broach initiation n a formal entry into an organization or position or office induction,installation initiation n the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new founding,foundation,institution,origination,creation,innovation,introduction initiation n wisdom as evidenced by the possession of knowledge initiation n an act that sets in motion some course of events trigger,induction initiative n readiness to embark on bold new ventures enterprise initiative n the first of a series of actions opening initiative adj serving to set in motion inaugural,first,maiden initiator n a person who initiates a course of action instigator inject v give an injection to shoot inject v to introduce (a new aspect or element) inject v force or drive (a fluid or gas) into by piercing shoot inject v take by injection injectable adj (used of drugs) capable of being injected injection n the forceful insertion of a substance under pressure injection n any solution that is injected (as into the skin) injection n the act of putting a liquid into the body by means of a syringe shot injector n a contrivance for injecting (e.g., water into the boiler of a steam engine or particles into an accelerator etc.) injudicious adj lacking or showing lack of judgment or discretion; unwise injunction n a formal command or admonition injunction n (law) a judicial remedy issued in order to prohibit a party from doing or continuing to do a certain activity enjoining injure v cause injuries or bodily harm to wound injure v hurt the feelings of hurt,wound,bruise,offend,spite injure v cause damage or affect negatively hurt injured adj harmed uninjured injured adj emotionally hurt or upset or annoyed offended,pained injurious adj harmful to living things deleterious,hurtful injury n any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc. hurt,harm,trauma injury n an accident that results in physical damage or hurt injury n a casualty to military personnel resulting from combat wound injury n an act that causes someone or something to receive physical damage injustice n an unjust act unfairness,iniquity injustice n the practice of being unjust or unfair justice ink n a liquid used for printing or writing or drawing ink n dark protective fluid ejected into the water by cuttlefish and other cephalopods ink v append one's signature to ink v mark, coat, cover, or stain with ink ink v fill with ink inkle n a linen tape used for trimming as a decoration inkling n a slight suggestion or vague understanding intimation,glimmering,glimmer inkwell n a small well holding writing ink into which a pen can be dipped inky adj of the color of black ink inlaid adj adorned by inlays inland adj situated away from an area's coast or border coastal inland adv towards or into the interior of a region inlay n (dentistry) a filling consisting of a solid substance (as gold or porcelain) fitted to a cavity in a tooth and cemented into place inlay n a decoration made by fitting pieces of wood into prepared slots in a surface inlay v decorate the surface of by inserting wood, stone, and metal inlet n an arm off of a larger body of water (often between rocky headlands) recess inlet n an opening through which fluid is admitted to a tube or container intake inmate n one of several resident of a dwelling (especially someone confined to a prison or hospital) inmate n a patient who is residing in the hospital where he is being treated inpatient inmate n a person serving a sentence in a jail or prison convict,con,yardbird inn n a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers hostel,lodge innards n internal organs collectively (especially those in the abdominal cavity) entrails innate adj not established by conditioning or learning innate adj being talented through inherited qualities natural,born innate adj present at birth but not necessarily hereditary; acquired during fetal development congenital,inborn innately adv in an innate manner inner adj located inward interior,internal inner adj located or occurring within or closer to a center outer inner adj innermost or essential internal,intimate inner adj confined to an exclusive group inside,privileged innermost adj being deepest within the self innermost adj situated or occurring farthest within inning n (baseball) one of nine divisions of play during which each team has a turn at bat frame innings n the batting turn of a cricket player or team innkeeper n the owner or manager of an inn host innocence n the quality of innocent naivete innocence n the state of being unsullied by sin or moral wrong; lacking a knowledge of evil purity,whiteness innocence n a state or condition of being innocent of a specific crime or offense guilt innocent n a person who lacks knowledge of evil innocent adj free from evil or guilt guiltless guilty innocent adj lacking intent or capacity to injure innocuous innocent adj free from sin sinless innocent adj lacking in sophistication or worldliness ingenuous innocently adv in a not unlawful manner innocently adv in a naively innocent manner innocuous adj not injurious to physical or mental health noxious innocuous adj not causing disapproval innocuous adj lacking intent or capacity to injure innocent innovate v bring something new to an environment introduce innovation n a creation (a new device or process) resulting from study and experimentation invention innovation n the creation of something in the mind invention,conception,design innovation n the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new initiation,founding,foundation,institution,origination,creation,introduction innovative adj ahead of the times advanced,modern innovative adj being or producing something like nothing done or experienced or created before groundbreaking innovator n someone who helps to open up a new line of research or technology or art pioneer innuendo n an indirect (and usually malicious) implication insinuation innumerable adj too numerous to be counted countless,infinite,multitudinous,myriad,numberless,uncounted inoculate v introduce an idea or attitude into the mind of inoculate v introduce a microorganism into inoculate v perform vaccinations or produce immunity in by inoculation immunize,vaccinate inoculate v insert a bud for propagation inoculation n taking a vaccine as a precaution against contracting a disease vaccination inoffensive adj not causing anger or annoyance offensive inoffensive adj giving no offense offensive inoperable adj not able to perform its normal function inoperable adj not suitable for surgery operable inoperative adj not working or taking effect operative inopportune adj not opportune opportune inordinate adj beyond normal limits excessive,undue,unreasonable inordinately adv extremely extraordinarily inorganic adj relating or belonging to the class of compounds not having a carbon basis organic inorganic adj lacking the properties characteristic of living organisms organic inpatient n a patient who is residing in the hospital where he is being treated inmate outpatient input n signal going into an electronic system input n a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information remark,comment input n any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action stimulation,stimulus,stimulant input n a component of production; something that goes into the production of output input v enter (data or a program) into a computer inquest n an inquiry into the cause of an unexpected death inquire v address a question to and expect an answer from ask,enquire inquire v have a wish or desire to know something wonder,enquire inquire v conduct an inquiry or investigation of investigate,enquire inquirer n someone who asks a question enquirer,questioner,asker inquiring n a request for information questioning inquiring adj given to inquiry inquiry n a search for knowledge enquiry,research inquiry n an instance of questioning question,enquiry,query,interrogation inquiry n a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest enquiry inquisition n a former tribunal of the Roman Catholic Church (1232-1820) created to discover and suppress heresy inquisition n a severe interrogation (often violating the rights or privacy of individuals) inquisitive adj showing curiosity speculative,questioning,wondering inquisitive adj inquiring or appearing to inquire inquisitor n a questioner who is excessively harsh interrogator inquisitor n an official of the ecclesiastical court of the Inquisition inroad n an encroachment or intrusion inroad n an invasion or hostile attack ins n an agency in the Department of Justice that enforces laws and regulations for the admission of foreign-born persons to the United States insane adj afflicted with or characteristic of mental derangement sane insane adj very foolish harebrained,mad insanely adv in an insane manner crazily,madly insanely adv (used as intensives) extremely madly,deadly,devilishly insanity n relatively permanent disorder of the mind sanity insatiable adj impossible to satisfy inscribe v carve, cut, or etch into a material or surface scratch,engrave,grave inscribe v register formally as a participant or member enroll,enter,recruit inscribe v draw within a figure so as to touch in as many places as possible inscribe v write, engrave, or print as a lasting record inscribed adj written (by handwriting, printing, engraving, or carving) on or in a surface inscribed adj cut or impressed into a surface engraved,etched,graven,incised inscription n letters inscribed (especially words engraved or carved) on something lettering inscription n a short message (as in a book or musical work or on a photograph) dedicating it to someone or something dedication inscription n the activity of inscribing (especially carving or engraving) letters or words inscrutable adj of an obscure nature cryptic,deep,mysterious,mystifying insect n small air-breathing arthropod insect n a person who has a nasty or unethical character undeserving of respect worm,louse insecticide n a chemical used to kill insects insectivorous adj (of animals and plants) feeding on insects carnivorous,herbivorous,omnivorous insecure adj not firm or firmly fixed; likely to fail or give way secure insecure adj lacking in security or safety unsafe secure insecure adj lacking self-confidence or assurance secure insecure adj not safe from attack unsafe insecurity n the state of being subject to danger or injury security insecurity n the anxiety you experience when you feel vulnerable and insecure inseminate v place seeds in or on (the ground) sow inseminate v introduce semen into (a female) fertilize insemination n the act of sowing (of seeds in the ground or, figuratively, of germs in the body or ideas in the mind, etc.) insemination n the introduction of semen into the genital tract of a female insensible adj incapable of physical sensation sensible insensible adj unaware of or indifferent to unaffected insensible adj barely able to be perceived undetectable insensible adj unresponsive to stimulation senseless insensitive adj not responsive to physical stimuli sensitive insensitive adj deficient in human sensibility; not mentally or morally sensitive sensitive insensitivity n the inability to respond to affective changes in your interpersonal environment sensitivity inseparable adj not capable of being separated inseparably adv without possibility of separation insert n a folded section placed between the leaves of another publication insert n an artifact that is inserted or is to be inserted inset insert n (broadcasting) a local announcement inserted into a network program insert n (film) a still picture that is introduced and that interrupts the action of a film insert v put or introduce into something enter,introduce insert v place, fit, or thrust (something) into another thing enclose,introduce insert v fit snugly into tuck insert v insert casually insertion n a message (spoken or written) that is introduced or inserted interpolation insertion n the act of putting one thing into another introduction,intromission inset n a small picture inserted within the bounds or a larger one inset n an artifact that is inserted or is to be inserted insert inset n a piece of material used to strengthen or enlarge a garment gusset inset v set or place in inshore adj (of winds) coming from the sea toward the land onshore,shoreward offshore inshore adj close to a shore inshore adv toward the shore inside n the region that is inside of something interior outside inside n the inner or enclosed surface of something interior outside inside adj relating to or being on the side closer to the center or within a defined space outside inside adj being or applying to the inside of a building inside adj confined to an exclusive group inner,privileged inside adj away from the outer edge inside adv within a building indoors outside inside adv on the inside within outside inside adv with respect to private feelings inwardly inside adv in reality insider n an officer of a corporation or others who have access to private information about the corporation's operations insidious adj beguiling but harmful insidious adj intended to entrap insidious adj working or spreading in a hidden and usually injurious way pernicious,subtle insight n clear or deep perception of a situation penetration insight n a feeling of understanding insight n the clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation brainstorm insight n grasping the inner nature of things intuitively insightful adj exhibiting insight or clear and deep perception insignia n a badge worn to show official position insignificance n the quality of having little or no significance significance insignificant adj signifying nothing insignificant adj of little importance or influence or power; of minor status peanut insignificant adj devoid of importance, meaning, or force unimportant significant insignificant adj small and unimpressive dinky insincere adj lacking sincerity sincere insinuate v introduce or insert (oneself) in a subtle manner insinuate v give to understand intimate insinuating adj calculated to please or gain favor ingratiating insinuation n an indirect (and usually malicious) implication innuendo insinuation n the act of gaining acceptance or affection for yourself by persuasive and subtle blandishments insipid adj lacking taste or flavor or tang bland,flat,flavorless,vapid insipid adj lacking interest or significance or impact jejune insist v be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge insist v beg persistently and urgently insist v postulate positively and assertively assert insistence n continual and persistent demands insisting insistence n the state of demanding notice or attention imperativeness,press,pressure insistence n the act of insisting on something insistent adj repetitive and persistent repetitive insistent adj demanding attention clamant,crying,exigent,instant insistently adv in an insistent manner insisting n continual and persistent demands insistence insofar adv to the degree or extent that insole n the inner sole of a shoe or boot where the foot rests insolence n the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties crust,gall,impertinence,impudence,freshness insolence n an offensive disrespectful impudent act insolent adj marked by casual disrespect impudent,flip insolent adj unrestrained by convention or propriety audacious,bodacious,brassy,brazen insoluble adj (of a substance) incapable of being dissolved soluble insoluble adj admitting of no solution or explanation soluble insoluble adj without hope of solution insolvency n the lack of financial resources solvency insolvent n someone who has insufficient assets to cover their debts bankrupt insolvent adj unable to meet or discharge financial obligations solvent insomnia n an inability to sleep; chronic sleeplessness insomniac n someone who cannot sleep insomniac adj experiencing or accompanied by sleeplessness sleepless,watchful insouciance n the cheerful feeling you have when nothing is troubling you insouciant adj marked by blithe unconcern casual,nonchalant inspect v look over carefully inspect v come to see in an official or professional capacity visit inspect v examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification audit,scrutinize inspection n a formal or official examination review inspector n a high ranking police officer inspector n an investigator who observes carefully examiner inspectorate n a body of inspectors inspiration n arousal of the mind to special unusual activity or creativity inspiration n a product of your creative thinking and work brainchild inspiration n a sudden intuition as part of solving a problem inspiration n (theology) a special influence of a divinity on the minds of human beings inspirational adj imparting a divine influence on the mind and soul inspire v heighten or intensify animate,invigorate,enliven,exalt inspire v supply the inspiration for inspire v serve as the inciting cause of prompt,instigate inspire v spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts cheer,urge,barrack,exhort inspired adj being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods divine,elysian inspiring adj stimulating or exalting to the spirit uninspiring instability n an unstable order stability instability n unreliability attributable to being unstable instability n a lack of balance or state of disequilibrium imbalance,unbalance instability n the quality or attribute of being unstable and irresolute stability install v set up for use install v put into an office or a position install v place establish installation n the act of installing something (as equipment) installing,installment,instalment installation n a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry facility installation n a formal entry into an organization or position or office initiation,induction installing n the act of installing something (as equipment) installation,installment,instalment installment n a payment of part of a debt; usually paid at regular intervals installment n a part of a broadcast serial episode,instalment installment n a part of a published serial instalment installment n the act of installing something (as equipment) installation,installing,instalment instalment n a part of a broadcast serial episode,installment instalment n a part of a published serial installment instalment n the act of installing something (as equipment) installation,installing,installment instance n an occurrence of something case,example instance n an item of information that is typical of a class or group example,illustration,representative instance v clarify by giving an example of exemplify,illustrate instant n a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) flash,heartbeat,jiffy,trice,twinkling,wink instant n a particular point in time moment,minute,second instant adj occurring with no delay instantaneous instant adj in or of the present month instant adj demanding attention clamant,crying,exigent,insistent instantaneous adj occurring with no delay instant instantaneously adv without any delay outright,instantly instantiate v represent by an instance instantiate v find an instance of (a word or particular usage of a word) instantly adv without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening immediately,straightaway,directly,now,forthwith instantly adv without any delay instantaneously,outright instar n an insect or other arthropod between molts instead adv in place of, or as an alternative to alternatively instead adv on the contrary rather instigate v provoke or stir up incite instigate v serve as the inciting cause of prompt,inspire instigation n the verbal act of urging on abetment,abettal instigation n deliberate and intentional triggering (of trouble or discord) instigator n someone who deliberately foments trouble firebrand instigator n a person who initiates a course of action initiator instil v enter drop by drop instill instill v impart gradually transfuse instill v enter drop by drop instil instill v produce or try to produce a vivid impression of impress,ingrain instill v teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions inculcate,infuse instilling n teaching or impressing upon the mind by frequent instruction or repetition instinct n inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to specific stimuli instinct adj (followed by `with') deeply filled or permeated replete instinctive adj unthinking; prompted by (or as if by) instinct natural instinctively adv as a matter of instinct institute n an association organized to promote art or science or education institute v set up or lay the groundwork for establish,found,plant,constitute institute v advance or set forth in court bring institution n an organization founded and united for a specific purpose establishment institution n an establishment consisting of a building or complex of buildings where an organization for the promotion of some cause is situated institution n a custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society institution n the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new initiation,founding,foundation,origination,creation,innovation,introduction institutional adj relating to or constituting or involving an institution institutional adj organized as or forming an institution institutionalize v cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution commit,send,charge institutionalized adj officially placed in or committed to a specialized institution institutionalized adj given the character of an institution or incorporated into a structured and usually well-established system institutionally adv by an institution instruct v impart skills or knowledge to teach,learn instruct v give instructions or directions for some task instruct v make aware of apprise instruction n a message describing how something is to be done direction instruction n the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill education,teaching,pedagogy instruction n the profession of a teacher teaching,pedagogy instruction n (computer science) a line of code written as part of a computer program command,statement instructional adj of or relating to or used in instruction instructions n a manual usually accompanying a technical device and explaining how to install or operate it instructive adj serving to instruct or enlighten or inform informative instructor n a person whose occupation is teaching teacher instrument n a device that requires skill for proper use instrument n the means whereby some act is accomplished tool instrument n a person used by another to gain an end pawn instrument n (law) a document that states some contractual relationship or grants some right instrument v equip with instruments for measuring, recording, or controlling instrument v write an instrumental score for instrument v address a legal document to instrumental adj relating to or designed for or performed on musical instruments vocal instrumental adj serving or acting as a means or aid subservient instrumentalist n someone who plays a musical instrument (as a profession) musician,player instrumentality n a subsidiary organ of government created for a special purpose instrumentality n the quality of being instrumental for some purpose instrumentality n an artifact (or system of artifacts) that is instrumental in accomplishing some end instrumentation instrumentation n an artifact (or system of artifacts) that is instrumental in accomplishing some end instrumentality instrumentation n the act of providing or using the instruments needed for some implementation instrumentation n the instruments called for in a musical score or arrangement for a band or orchestra instrumentation n the act of arranging a piece of music for an orchestra and assigning parts to the different musical instruments orchestration insubordinate adj not submissive to authority subordinate insubordinate adj disposed to or engaged in defiance of established authority resistant insubordination n defiance of authority subordination insubordination n an insubordinate act rebelliousness insubstantial adj lacking material form or substance; unreal unreal substantial insubstantial adj lacking in nutritive value insubstantial adj lacking solidity or strength flimsy insufferable adj unbearably arrogant or conceited insufferable adj too extreme to bear insufficiency n a lack of competence inadequacy insufficiency n (pathology) inability of a bodily part or organ to function normally insufficiency n lack of an adequate quantity or number inadequacy,deficiency sufficiency insufficient adj of a quantity not able to fulfill a need or requirement deficient sufficient insufficiently adv to an insufficient degree sufficiently insular adj relating to or characteristic of or situated on an island insular adj suggestive of the isolated life of an island insular adj narrowly restricted in outlook or scope parochial insularity n the state of being isolated or detached insulation,detachment insulate v protect from heat, cold, or noise by surrounding with insulating material insulate v place or set apart isolate insulation n the state of being isolated or detached insularity,detachment insulation n insulating material that reduces or prevents the transmission of heat or sound or electricity insulation n the act of protecting something by surrounding it with material that reduces or prevents the transmission of sound or heat or electricity insulator n a material such as glass or porcelain with negligible electrical or thermal conductivity dielectric conductor insulin n hormone secreted by the isles of Langerhans in the pancreas; regulates storage of glycogen in the liver and accelerates oxidation of sugar i insult n a rude expression intended to offend or hurt abuse,vilification insult n a deliberately offensive act or something producing the effect of deliberate disrespect affront insult v treat, mention, or speak to rudely diss,affront insulting adj expressing extreme contempt contemptuous,disdainful,scornful insupportable adj incapable of being justified or explained indefensible,unjustifiable,unwarranted insurance n promise of reimbursement in the case of loss; paid to people or companies so concerned about hazards that they have made prepayments to an i insurance n written contract or certificate of insurance policy insurance n protection against future loss indemnity insure v be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something see,check,ensure,control,ascertain,assure insure v make certain of guarantee,ensure,assure,secure insure v protect by insurance cover,underwrite insure v take out insurance for insured n a person whose interests are protected by an insurance policy; a person who contracts for an insurance policy that indemnifies him against l insured adj covered by insurance uninsured insurer n a financial institution that sells insurance underwriter insurgency n an organized rebellion aimed at overthrowing a constituted government through the use of subversion and armed conflict insurgent n a person who takes part in an armed rebellion against the constituted authority (especially in the hope of improving conditions) rebel insurgent n a member of an irregular armed force that fights a stronger force by sabotage and harassment guerrilla,guerilla,irregular insurgent adj in opposition to a civil authority or government seditious,subversive insurmountable adj not capable of being surmounted or overcome insurmountable adj impossible to surmount insurrection n organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another rebellion,revolt,rising,uprising intact adj constituting the undiminished entirety; lacking nothing essential especially not damaged integral,entire intact adj (of a woman) having the hymen unbroken inviolate intact adj (used of domestic animals) sexually competent entire intact adj undamaged in any way intaglio n a printing process that uses an etched or engraved plate; the plate is smeared with ink and wiped clean, then the ink left in the recesses m intaglio n glyptic art consisting of a sunken or depressed engraving or carving on a stone or gem (as opposed to cameo) intake n the process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating) consumption,ingestion,uptake intake n an opening through which fluid is admitted to a tube or container inlet intake n the act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing inhalation,inspiration,aspiration intangible n assets that are saleable though not material or physical intangible adj (of especially business assets) not having physical substance or intrinsic productive value tangible intangible adj incapable of being perceived by the senses especially the sense of touch tangible intangible adj hard to pin down or identify intangible adj lacking substance or reality; incapable of being touched or seen integer n any of the natural numbers (positive or negative) or zero integral n the result of a mathematical integration; F(x) is the integral of f(x) if dF/dx = f(x) integral adj existing as an essential constituent or characteristic constitutional,inherent integral adj constituting the undiminished entirety; lacking nothing essential especially not damaged entire,intact integral adj of or denoted by an integer integrate v make into a whole or make part of a whole incorporate disintegrate integrate v open (a place) to members of all races and ethnic groups mix integrate v become one; become integrated integrate v calculate the integral of; calculate by integration differentiate integrated adj formed or united into a whole incorporate,incorporated,merged,unified integrated adj formed into a whole or introduced into another entity integrated adj not segregated; designated as available to all races or groups segregated integrated adj resembling a living organism in organization or development structured integrating n the action of incorporating a racial or religious group into a community integration integration n the action of incorporating a racial or religious group into a community integrating segregation integration n the act of combining into an integral whole consolidation integration n an operation used in the calculus whereby the integral of a function is determined integrator n a measuring instrument for measuring the area of an irregular plane figure integrity n an undivided or unbroken completeness or totality with nothing wanting unity,wholeness integrity n moral soundness integument n an outer protective covering such as the skin of an animal or a cuticle or seed coat or rind or shell intellect n knowledge and intellectual ability mind intellect n the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination reason,understanding intellect n a person who uses the mind creatively intellectual intellectual n a person who uses the mind creatively intellect intellectual adj of or associated with or requiring the use of the mind rational intellectual adj appealing to or using the intellect intellectual adj involving intelligence rather than emotions or instinct cerebral intellectually adv in an intellectual manner intelligence n the ability to comprehend; to understand and profit from experience stupidity intelligence n a unit responsible for gathering and interpreting information about an enemy intelligence n secret information about an enemy (or potential enemy) intelligence n information about recent and important events news,tidings,word intelligent adj having the capacity for thought and reason especially to a high degree intelligent adj possessing sound knowledge intelligent adj exercising or showing good judgment healthy,sound intelligent adj endowed with the capacity to reason reasoning,thinking intelligently adv in an intelligent manner intelligentsia n an educated and intellectual elite intelligible adj capable of being apprehended or understood understandable intelligible adj well articulated or enunciated, and loud enough to be heard distinctly unintelligible intelligibly adv in an intelligible manner clearly,understandably intemperate adj (of weather or climate) not mild; subject to extremes temperate intemperate adj excessive in behavior temperate intemperate adj given to excessive indulgence of bodily appetites especially for intoxicating liquors hard,heavy intend v have in mind as a purpose mean,think intend v design or destine destine,designate,specify intend v mean or intend to express or convey mean intend v denote or connote mean,signify intended adj resulting from one's intentions unintended intended adj future; betrothed intense adj possessing or displaying a distinctive feature to a heightened degree mild intense adj extremely sharp or severe acute intense adj (of color) having the highest saturation vivid intensely adv to a high degree; extremely; in high concentration or density intensely adv to a great depth psychologically or emotionally profoundly,deeply intensification n action that makes something stronger or more extreme intensification n the act of increasing the contrast of (a photographic film) intensified adj made more intense intensify v increase in extent or intensity escalate intensify v make more intense, stronger, or more marked compound,heighten,deepen intensify v become more intense deepen intensify v make the chemically affected part of (a negative) denser or more opaque in order produce a stronger contrast between light and dark intensifying adj increasing in strength or intensity moderating intensity n the amount of energy transmitted (as by acoustic or electromagnetic radiation) strength intensity n high level or degree; the property of being intense intensity n the magnitude of sound (usually in a specified direction) volume intensity n chromatic purity: freedom from dilution with white and hence vivid in hue saturation,chroma,vividness intensive n a modifier that has little meaning except to intensify the meaning it modifies intensive adj characterized by a high degree or intensity; often used as a combining form intensive adj tending to give force or emphasis intensive adj of agriculture; intended to increase productivity of a fixed area by expending more capital and labor extensive intensively adv in an intensive manner intent n an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions purpose,intention,aim,design intent n the intended meaning of a communication purport,spirit intent adj giving or marked by complete attention to captive,absorbed,engrossed,wrapped intention n an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions purpose,intent,aim,design intention n (usually plural) the goal with respect to a marriage proposal intention n an act of intending; a volition that you intend to carry out intentional adj characterized by conscious design or purpose knowing,deliberate intentional adj done or made or performed with purpose and intent designed,unintentional intentionally adv with intention; in an intentional manner deliberately,purposely,advisedly unintentionally intently adv with strained or eager attention inter v place in a grave or tomb bury,entomb interact v act together or towards others or with others interaction n a mutual or reciprocal action; interacting interaction n (physics) the transfer of energy between elementary particles or between an elementary particle and a field or between fields; mediated by g interactive adj used especially of drugs or muscles that work together so the total effect is greater than the sum of the two (or more) synergistic interactive adj capable of acting on or influencing each other interbreed v breed animals or plants using parents of different races and varieties crossbreed,cross,hybridize intercede v act between parties with a view to reconciling differences mediate,intermediate,liaise,arbitrate intercellular adj located between cells intercept n the point at which a line intersects a coordinate axis intercept v seize on its way stop intercept v tap a telephone or telegraph wire to get information wiretap,tap,bug interception n the act of intercepting; preventing something from proceeding or arriving interception n (American football) the act of catching a football by a player on the opposing team interceptor n a fast maneuverable fighter plane designed to intercept enemy aircraft intercession n a prayer to God on behalf of another person intercession n the act of intervening (as to mediate a dispute, etc.) intervention interchange n a junction of highways on different levels that permits traffic to move from one to another without crossing traffic streams interchange n mutual interaction; the activity of reciprocating or exchanging (especially information) interchange n the act of changing one thing for another thing exchange interchange n reciprocal transfer of equivalent sums of money (especially the currencies of different countries) exchange interchange v put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items substitute,replace,exchange interchange v give to, and receive from, one another exchange,change interchange v cause to change places transpose interchange v reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action) tack,switch,alternate,flip interchangeable adj (mathematics, logic) such that the arguments or roles can be interchanged interchangeable adj capable of replacing or changing places with something else; permitting mutual substitution without loss of function or suitability exchangeable,similar,standardized interchangeably adv in an interchangeable manner intercollegiate adj used of competition between colleges or universities intercom n a communication system linking different rooms within a building or ship etc intercommunicate v be interconnected, afford passage intercommunicate v transmit thoughts or feelings communicate interconnect v be interwoven or interconnected interlink interconnect v cause to be interconnected or interwoven interlink interconnected adj reciprocally connected interrelated interconnected adj operating as a unit coordinated,unified interconnection n a state of being connected reciprocally interconnection n (computer science) the act of interconnecting (wires or computers or theories etc.) intercontinental adj extending or taking place between or among continents continental intercourse n communication between individuals intercourse n sexual activity between individuals, especially the insertion of a man's penis into a woman's vagina until orgasm and ejaculation occur coitus,relation interdependence n a reciprocal relation between interdependent entities (objects or individuals or groups) mutuality interdependent adj mutually dependent interdict n an ecclesiastical censure by the Roman Catholic Church withdrawing certain sacraments and Christian burial from a person or all persons in a interdict n a court order prohibiting a party from doing a certain activity interdiction interdict v destroy by firepower, such as an enemy's line of communication interdict v command against forbid,prohibit,proscribe,veto,disallow,nix interdiction n authoritative prohibition interdiction n a court order prohibiting a party from doing a certain activity interdict interest n a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something involvement interest n a reason for wanting something done sake interest n the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.) interest n a fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed interest v excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of bore interest v be on the mind of concern,occupy,worry interest v be of importance or consequence interested adj having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern uninterested interested adj involved in or affected by or having a claim to or share in concerned interesting adj arousing or holding the attention uninteresting interestingly adv in an interesting manner interface n (chemistry) a surface forming a common boundary between two things (two objects or liquids or chemical phases) interface n (computer science) a program that controls a display for the user (usually on a computer monitor) and that allows the user to interact with interface n the overlap where two theories or phenomena affect each other or have links with each other interface n (computer science) computer circuit consisting of the hardware and associated circuitry that links one device with another (especially a com port interfere v come between so as to be hindrance or obstacle interfere v get involved, so as to alter or hinder an action, or through force or threat of force intervene,interpose interference n a policy of intervening in the affairs of other countries intervention noninterference interference n the act of hindering or obstructing or impeding hindrance interference n electrical or acoustic activity that can disturb communication noise,disturbance interference n (American football) blocking a player's path with your body interfering adj intrusive in a meddling or offensive manner meddlesome,meddling,busy interferometer n any measuring instrument that uses interference patterns to make accurate measurements of waves interim n the time between one event, process, or period and another meantime,meanwhile,lag interim adj serving during an intermediate interval of time interior n the region that is inside of something inside interior n the inner or enclosed surface of something inside interior n the United States federal department charged with conservation and the development of natural resources; created in 1849 doi interior adj situated within or suitable for inside a building exterior interior adj inside the country home,internal,national interior adj located inward inner,internal interior adj inside and toward a center interject v to insert between other elements interpose,inject interjection n an abrupt emphatic exclamation expressing emotion ejaculation interjection n the action of interjecting or interposing an action or remark that interrupts interpolation interlace v spin, wind, or twist together intertwine,twine,entwine,lace interlace v hold in a locking position lock,interlock interlaced adj having a pattern of fretwork or latticework fretted interlanguage n a common language used by speakers of different languages interlard v introduce one's writing or speech with certain expressions intersperse interleaf n a blank leaf inserted between the leaves of a book interleave v provide (books) with blank leaves interleave v intersperse the sectors on the concentric magnetic circular patterns written on a computer disk surface to guide the storing and recording o interleave v intersperse alternately, as of protective covers for book illustrations interlink v be interwoven or interconnected interconnect interlink v cause to be interconnected or interwoven interconnect interlock n a device that prevents an automotive engine from starting interlock n the act of interlocking or meshing mesh,meshing,interlocking interlock v coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively mesh interlock v hold in a locking position lock,interlace interlock v become engaged or intermeshed with one another lock interlocking n contact by fitting together engagement,mesh,meshing interlocking n the act of interlocking or meshing mesh,meshing,interlock interlocking adj linked or locked closely together as by dovetailing interwoven interlocutor n the performer in the middle of a minstrel line who engages the others in talk middleman interlocutor n a person who takes part in a conversation interlope v encroach on the rights of others, as in trading without a proper license interloper n someone who intrudes on the privacy or property of another without permission intruder interlude n an intervening period or episode interlude n a brief show (music or dance etc) inserted between the sections of a longer performance interlude v perform an interlude intermarriage n marriage to a person belonging to a tribe or group other than your own as required by custom or law intermarriage n marriage within one's own tribe or group as required by custom or law intermarry v marry within the same ethnic, social, or family group intermediary n a negotiator who acts as a link between parties mediator intermediate n a substance formed during a chemical process before the desired product is obtained intermediate v act between parties with a view to reconciling differences intercede,mediate,liaise,arbitrate intermediate adj lying between two extremes in time or space or state terminal intermediate adj around the middle of a scale of evaluation average,medium interminable adj tiresomely long; seemingly without end endless,eternal interminably adv all the time; seemingly without stopping endlessly intermingle v combine into one blend,intermix intermission n the act of suspending activity temporarily intermission n a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something pause,break,interruption,suspension intermit v cease an action temporarily pause,break intermittent adj stopping and starting at irregular intervals intermittently adv in an intermittent manner intermix v combine into one blend,intermingle intermolecular adj existing or acting between molecules intermural adj between two or more institutions etc intern n an advanced student or graduate in medicine gaining supervised practical experience (`houseman' is a British term) houseman intern v deprive of freedom intern v work as an intern internal adj happening or arising or located within some limits or especially surface external internal adj occurring within an institution or community internal adj inside the country home,interior,national internal adj located inward inner,interior internalize v incorporate within oneself; make subjective or personal internally adv on or from the inside externally international n any of several international socialist organizations international adj concerning or belonging to all or at least two or more nations national international adj from or between other countries external,outside internationalism n the doctrine that nations should cooperate because their common interests are more important than their differences nationalism internationalism n quality of being international in scope internationalist n an advocate of internationalism internationalist n a member of a socialist or communist international internationalist adj influenced by or advocating internationalism internationalization n the act of bringing something under international control internationalize v put under international control internationalize v make international in character internationally adv throughout the world globally internecine adj (of conflict) within a group or organization internecine adj characterized by bloodshed and carnage for both sides internee n a person who is interned internet n a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmiss net,cyberspace internist n a specialist in internal medicine internment n confinement during wartime internment n the act of confining someone in a prison (or as if in a prison) imprisonment internment n placing private property in the custody of an officer of the law impoundment,impounding,poundage internship n the position of a medical intern interpenetrate v penetrate mutually or be interlocked permeate interpenetrate v spread or diffuse through permeate,pervade,penetrate,diffuse,imbue,riddle interpersonal adj occurring among or involving several people interplanetary adj between or among planets interplay n reciprocal action and reaction interpol n an international intelligence agency permitting collaboration among intelligence agencies around the world interpolate v estimate the value of extrapolate interpolate v insert words into texts, often falsifying it thereby alter,falsify interpolation n a message (spoken or written) that is introduced or inserted insertion interpolation n (mathematics) calculation of the value of a function between the values already known interpolation n the action of interjecting or interposing an action or remark that interrupts interjection interpose v be or come between interpose v introduce interpose v to insert between other elements interject,inject interpose v get involved, so as to alter or hinder an action, or through force or threat of force intervene,interfere interpret v make sense of; assign a meaning to construe,see interpret v give an interpretation or explanation to rede interpret v give an interpretation or rendition of render interpret v create an image or likeness of represent interpretation n a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something reading,version interpretation n the act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic performance rendition,rendering interpretation n an explanation that results from interpreting something interpretation n an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious interpreting,rendition,rendering interpreted adj understood in a certain way; made sense of taken interpreter n someone who mediates between speakers of different languages translator interpreter n someone who uses art to represent something interpreter n an advocate who represents someone else's policy or purpose spokesperson,representative,voice interpreter n (computer science) a program that translates and executes source language statements one line at a time interpreting n an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious interpretation,rendition,rendering interpretive adj that provides interpretation interracial adj between races interracial adj involving or composed of different races mixed interred adj placed in a grave buried interregnum n the time between two reigns, governments, etc. interrelate v be in a relationship with relate interrelate v place into a mutual relationship interrelated adj reciprocally connected interconnected interrelation n mutual or reciprocal relation or relatedness interrelationship interrelationship n mutual or reciprocal relation or relatedness interrelation interrogate v transmit (a signal) for setting off an appropriate response, as in telecommunication interrogate v pose a series of questions to question interrogation n a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply question interrogation n a transmission that will trigger an answering transmission from a transponder interrogation n formal systematic questioning examination,interrogatory interrogation n an instance of questioning question,inquiry,enquiry,query interrogator n a questioner who is excessively harsh inquisitor interrogatory n formal systematic questioning interrogation,examination interrogatory adj relating to the use of or having the nature of an interrogation declaratory interrupt n a signal that temporarily stops the execution of a program so that another procedure can be carried out interrupt v make a break in disrupt interrupt v destroy the peace or tranquility of disturb interrupt v interfere in someone else's activity disrupt interrupt v terminate break interrupted adj discontinued temporarily interrupted adj intermittently stopping and starting fitful interruption n an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity break,disruption,gap interruption n some abrupt occurrence that interrupts an ongoing activity break interruption n a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something pause,intermission,break,suspension interscholastic adj used of competition or cooperation between secondary schools intersect v meet at a point cross intersecting adj crossed or intersected in the form of an X intersection n a point where lines intersect intersection n a junction where one street or road crosses another crossroad,crossing intersection n a point or set of points common to two or more geometric configurations intersection n the set of elements common to two or more sets product intersex n one having both male and female sexual characteristics and organs; at birth an unambiguous assignment of male or female cannot be made hermaphrodite interspecific adj arising or occurring between species intersperse v place at intervals in or among intersperse v introduce one's writing or speech with certain expressions interlard interstate n one of the system of highways linking major cities in the 48 contiguous states of the United States interstate adj involving and relating to the mutual relations of states especially of the United States intrastate interstellar adj between or among stars interstice n a small structural space between tissues or parts of an organ interstice n small opening between things interstitial adj of or relating to interstices intertidal adj of or relating to the littoral area above the low-tide mark intertribal adj between or among tribes intertwine v spin, wind, or twist together twine,entwine,interlace,lace intertwine v make lacework by knotting or looping tat intertwine v make a loop in loop interval n a definite length of time marked off by two instants interval n a set containing all points (or all real numbers) between two given endpoints interval n the distance between things separation interval n the difference in pitch between two notes intervene v get involved, so as to alter or hinder an action, or through force or threat of force interfere,interpose intervene v be placed or located between other things or extend between spaces and events intervene v occur between other event or between certain points of time intervening adj occurring or falling between events or points in time intervention n the act of intervening (as to mediate a dispute, etc.) intercession intervention n a policy of intervening in the affairs of other countries interference nonintervention intervention n the act or fact of interposing one thing between or among others intervention n (law) a proceeding that permits a person to enter into a lawsuit already in progress; admission of person not an original party to the suit interview n the questioning of a person (or a conversation in which information is elicited); often conducted by journalists interview n a conference (usually with someone important) consultation,audience interview v conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting question interview v discuss formally with (somebody) for the purpose of an evaluation interview v go for an interview in the hope of being hired interviewee n a person who is interviewed interviewer n a person who conducts an interview interweave v interlace by or as if by weaving weave interwoven adj linked or locked closely together as by dovetailing interlocking intestinal adj of or relating to or inside the intestines enteric intestine n the part of the alimentary canal between the stomach and the anus bowel,gut intimacy n close or warm friendship familiarity,closeness intimacy n a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship affair,liaison,involvement,amour intimacy n a feeling of being intimate and belonging together closeness intimate n someone to whom private matters are confided confidant intimate v give to understand insinuate intimate v imply as a possibility suggest intimate adj marked by close acquaintance, association, or familiarity intimate adj concerning things deeply private and personal private intimate adj having or fostering a warm or friendly and informal atmosphere cozy,informal intimate adj having mutual interests or affections; of established friendship familiar intimately adv in a close manner closely,nearly intimately adv with great or especially intimate knowledge well intimation n an indirect suggestion hint,breath intimation n a slight suggestion or vague understanding inkling,glimmering,glimmer intimidate v make timid or fearful intimidate v to compel or deter by or as if by threats intimidated adj made timid or fearful as by threats intimidating adj discouraging through fear daunting intimidation n the act of intimidating a weaker person to make them do something bullying intimidation n the feeling of discouragement in the face of someone's superior fame or wealth or status etc. intimidation n the feeling of being intimidated; being made to feel afraid or timid intimidation n a communication that makes you afraid to try something determent,deterrence intolerable adj incapable of being tolerated or endured unbearable tolerable intolerably adv to an unacceptable degree unacceptably intolerance n impatience with annoyances intolerance n unwillingness to recognize and respect differences in opinions or beliefs tolerance intolerant adj unwilling to tolerate difference of opinion tolerant intolerant adj narrow-minded about cherished opinions intonation n rise and fall of the voice pitch modulation intonation n singing by a soloist of the opening piece of plainsong intonation n the act of singing in a monotonous tone chanting intonation n the production of musical tones (by voice or instrument); especially the exactitude of the pitch relations intone v utter monotonously and repetitively and rhythmically tone,chant intone v recite with musical intonation; recite as a chant or a psalm chant intone v speak carefully, as with rising and falling pitch or in a particular tone intoned adj uttered in a monotonous cadence or rhythm as in chanting singsong intoxicate v fill with high spirits; fill with optimism elate,uplift intoxicate v make drunk (with alcoholic drinks) soak,inebriate intoxicate v have an intoxicating effect on, of a drug intoxicated adj stupefied or excited by a chemical substance (especially alcohol) drunk,inebriated,ripped,gone sober intoxicated adj as if under the influence of alcohol drunk intoxicating adj causing intoxication intoxicating adj extremely exciting as if by alcohol or a narcotic heady intoxication n the physiological state produced by a poison or other toxic substance poisoning intoxication n a temporary state resulting from excessive consumption of alcohol drunkenness intoxication n excitement and elation beyond the bounds of sobriety intracellular adj located or occurring within a cell or cells extracellular intracranial adj within the skull intractable adj not tractable; difficult to manage or mold tractable intramural adj carried on within the bounds of an institution or community intransigent adj impervious to pleas, persuasion, requests, reason adamant,inexorable intraspecific adj arising or occurring within a species; involving the members of one species intrastate adj relating to or existing within the boundaries of a state interstate intravenous adj within or by means of a vein intravenously adv in an intravenous manner intrepid adj invulnerable to fear or intimidation audacious,brave,dauntless,fearless,hardy intrepidity n resolute courageousness intrepidly adv without fear intricacy n marked by elaborately complex detail elaboration intricate adj having many complexly arranged elements; elaborate intricately adv with elaboration elaborately intrigue n a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends machination intrigue n a clandestine love affair intrigue v cause to be interested or curious fascinate intrigue v form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner scheme,connive intriguing adj disturbingly provocative challenging intriguing adj capable of arousing interest or curiosity intrinsic adj belonging to a thing by its very nature extrinsic intrinsic adj situated within or belonging solely to the organ or body part on which it acts intrinsically adv with respect to its inherent nature intro n formally making a person known to another or to the public presentation,introduction intro n a brief introductory passage to a piece of popular music introduce v cause to come to know personally present,acquaint introduce v bring something new to an environment innovate introduce v place, fit, or thrust (something) into another thing insert,enclose introduce v bring in a new person or object into a familiar environment introduction n the act of beginning something new debut,launching,unveiling,entry introduction n the first section of a communication introduction n formally making a person known to another or to the public presentation,intro introduction n a basic or elementary instructional text introductory adj serving to open or begin introductory adj serving as a base or starting point basic introductory adj serving as an introduction or preface intromission n the act of putting one thing into another insertion,introduction intromit v allow to enter; grant entry to admit introspect v reflect on one's own thoughts and feelings introspection n the contemplation of your own thoughts and desires and conduct introspective adj given to examining own sensory and perceptual experiences introverted introversion n the condition of being folded inward or sheathed introversion n the folding in of an outer layer so as to form a pocket in the surface introversion n (psychology) an introverted disposition; concern with one's own thoughts and feelings ambiversion introvert n (psychology) a person who tends to shrink from social contacts and to become preoccupied with their own thoughts extrovert introvert v fold inwards introvert v turn inside introverted adj given to examining own sensory and perceptual experiences introspective intrude v enter uninvited intrude v enter unlawfully on someone's property trespass intrude v search or inquire in a meddlesome way pry,nose,poke intrude v thrust oneself in as if by force obtrude intruder n someone who intrudes on the privacy or property of another without permission interloper intruding adj projecting inward intrusion n any entry into an area not previously occupied invasion,encroachment intrusion n entrance by force or without permission or welcome intrusion n the forcing of molten rock into fissures or between strata of an earlier rock formation intrusion n rock produced by an intrusive process intrusive adj tending to intrude (especially upon privacy) intrusive adj of rock material; forced while molten into cracks between layers of other rock intrusive adj thrusting inward intrusiveness n aggressiveness as evidenced by intruding; by advancing yourself or your ideas without invitation intubate v introduce a cannula or tube into intuit v know or grasp by intuition or feeling intuition n instinctive knowing (without the use of rational processes) intuition n an impression that something might be the case hunch,suspicion intuitive adj spontaneously derived from or prompted by a natural tendency intuitive adj obtained through intuition rather than from reasoning or observation visceral intuitively adv in an intuitive manner inuit n a member of a people inhabiting the Arctic (northern Canada or Greenland or Alaska or eastern Siberia); the Algonquians called them Eskimo ( inula n any plant of the genus Inula inundate v fill quickly beyond capacity; as with a liquid deluge,flood,swamp inundate v fill or cover completely, usually with water deluge,submerge inundated adj covered with water afloat,awash,flooded,overflowing inundation n the rising of a body of water and its overflowing onto normally dry land flood,deluge inundation n an overwhelming number or amount flood,deluge,torrent inure v cause to accept or become hardened to; habituate harden inured adj made tough by habitual exposure hardened invade v march aggressively into another's territory by military force for the purposes of conquest and occupation occupy invade v to intrude upon, infringe, encroach on, violate invade v occupy in large numbers or live on a host overrun,infest invade v penetrate or assault, in a harmful or injurious way invader n someone who enters by force in order to conquer invading adj involving invasion or aggressive attack invasive invalid n someone who is incapacitated by a chronic illness or injury invalid v force to retire, remove from active duty, as of firemen invalid v injure permanently disable,incapacitate,handicap invalid adj having no cogency or legal force valid invalid adj no longer valid invalidate v declare invalid annul,quash,void,avoid,nullify validate invalidate v make invalid for use cancel invalidate v show to be invalid nullify validate invalidate v take away the legal force of or render ineffective void,vitiate validate invalidated adj deprived of legal force nullified invalidating adj establishing as invalid or untrue invalidation n (law) a formal termination (of a relationship or a judicial proceeding etc) annulment invaluable adj having incalculable monetary, intellectual, or spiritual worth priceless invariable n a quantity that does not vary constant invariable adj not liable to or capable of change variable invariably adv without variation or change, in every case constantly,always invariance n the quality of being resistant to variation invariance n the nature of a quantity or property or function that remains unchanged when a given transformation is applied to it invariant n a feature (quantity or property or function) that remains unchanged when a particular transformation is applied to it invariant adj unaffected by a designated operation or transformation invariant adj unvarying in nature constant invasion n the act of invading; the act of an army that invades for conquest or plunder invasion n any entry into an area not previously occupied encroachment,intrusion invasion n (pathology) the spread of pathogenic microorganisms or malignant cells to new sites in the body invasive adj relating to a technique in which the body is entered by puncture or incision invasive adj marked by a tendency to spread especially into healthy tissue confined invasive adj involving invasion or aggressive attack invading invasive adj gradually intrusive without right or permission encroaching,trespassing invective n abusive or venomous language used to express blame or censure or bitter deep-seated ill will vitriol invent v come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort contrive,devise,formulate,forge invent v concoct something artificial or untrue fabricate,manufacture invention n the creation of something in the mind innovation,conception,design invention n a creation (a new device or process) resulting from study and experimentation innovation invention n the act of inventing inventive adj (used of persons or artifacts) marked by independence and creativity in thought or action imaginative inventiveness n the power of creative imagination ingenuity,cleverness inventor n someone who is the first to think of or make something discoverer inventory n a detailed list of all the items in stock inventory n the merchandise that a shop has on hand stock inventory n (accounting) the value of a firm's current assets including raw materials and work in progress and finished goods inventory n a collection of resources armory,armoury inventory v make or include in an itemized record or report inverse n something inverted in sequence or character or effect opposite inverse adj reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect reverse inverse adj opposite in nature or effect or relation to another quantity direct inversely adv in an inverse or contrary manner inversion n the layer of air near the earth is cooler than an overlying layer inversion n abnormal condition in which an organ is turned inward or inside out (as when the upper part of the uterus is pulled into the cervical canal inversion n a chemical process in which the direction of optical rotation of a substance is reversed from dextrorotatory to levorotary or vice versa inversion n (genetics) a kind of mutation in which the order of the genes in a section of a chromosome is reversed invert v make an inversion (in a musical composition) invert v reverse the position, order, relation, or condition of reverse invert v turn inside out or upside down reverse invertebrate n any animal lacking a backbone or notochord; the term is not used as a scientific classification invertebrate adj lacking a backbone or spinal column spineless vertebrate inverted adj being in such a position that top and bottom are reversed inverted adj (of a plant ovule) completely inverted; turned back 180 degrees on its stalk invest v make an investment put,commit,place divest invest v give qualities or abilities to endow,gift,empower invest v furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors clothe,adorn invest v provide with power and authority vest divest investigate v investigate scientifically investigate v conduct an inquiry or investigation of inquire,enquire investigating n the work of inquiring into something thoroughly and systematically investigation investigation n an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities probe investigation n the work of inquiring into something thoroughly and systematically investigating investigative adj designed to find information or ascertain facts investigatory investigator n a scientist who devotes himself to doing research researcher investigator n someone who investigates investigator n a police officer who investigates crimes detective,tec investigatory adj designed to find information or ascertain facts investigative investing n the act of investing; laying out money or capital in an enterprise with the expectation of profit investment investiture n the ceremony of installing a new monarch coronation investiture n the ceremonial act of clothing someone in the insignia of an office; the formal promotion of a person to an office or rank investment investment n the act of investing; laying out money or capital in an enterprise with the expectation of profit investing investment n money that is invested with an expectation of profit investment n the commitment of something other than money (time, energy, or effort) to a project with the expectation of some worthwhile result investment n outer layer or covering of an organ or part or organism investor n someone who commits capital in order to gain financial returns inveterate adj habitual chronic inveterate adv in a habitual and longstanding manner chronically invidious adj containing or implying a slight or showing prejudice discriminatory invigorate v heighten or intensify inspire,animate,enliven,exalt invigorate v give life or energy to quicken invigorate v make lively enliven,liven,animate invigorate v impart vigor, strength, or vitality to reinvigorate invigorated adj with restored energy fresh,refreshed,reinvigorated invigorating adj imparting strength and vitality debilitating invincibility n the property being difficult or impossible to defeat invincible adj incapable of being overcome or subdued unbeatable inviolable adj incapable of being transgressed or dishonored violable inviolable adj immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with impregnable,secure,strong,unassailable inviolable adj must be kept sacred inviolate,sacrosanct inviolable adj not capable of being violated or infringed absolute inviolate adj (of a woman) having the hymen unbroken intact inviolate adj must be kept sacred inviolable,sacrosanct invisibility n the quality of not being perceivable by the eye visibility invisible adj impossible or nearly impossible to see; imperceptible by the eye visible invisible adj not prominent or readily noticeable inconspicuous invitation n a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something invitation n a tempting allurement invitational adj pertaining to or characteristic of an invitation invite n a colloquial expression for invitation invite v increase the likelihood of invite v invite someone to one's house invite v give rise to a desire by being attractive or inviting tempt invite v ask someone in a friendly way to do something bid invitee n a visitor to whom hospitality is extended guest inviting adj attractive and tempting uninviting invocation n a prayer asking God's help as part of a religious service invocation n an incantation used in conjuring or summoning a devil invocation n calling up a spirit or devil conjuring invocation n the act of appealing for help invoice n an itemized statement of money owed for goods shipped or services rendered bill,account invoice v send an bill to invoke v summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic raise,conjure,evoke,stir,arouse invoke v cite as an authority; resort to appeal invoke v request earnestly (something from somebody); ask for aid or protection appeal involuntarily adv against your will voluntarily involuntary adj not subject to the control of the will voluntary involuntary adj controlled by the autonomic nervous system; without conscious control voluntary involve v connect closely and often incriminatingly affect,regard involve v engage as a participant involve v have as a necessary feature imply involve v require as useful, just, or proper necessitate,ask,postulate,need,require,take,demand involved adj connected by participation or association or use uninvolved involved adj entangled or hindered as if e.g. in mire mired involved adj emotionally involved involved adj highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious byzantine,convoluted,knotty,tangled,tortuous involvement n the act of sharing in the activities of a group engagement,participation involvement n a connection of inclusion or containment involvement n a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something interest involvement n a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship affair,intimacy,liaison,amour invulnerability n having the strength to withstand attack invulnerability n the property of being invulnerable; the property of being incapable of being hurt (physically or emotionally) vulnerability invulnerable adj immune to attack; impregnable vulnerable inward adj relating to or existing in the mind or thoughts outward inward adj directed or moving inward or toward a center inbound inward adv toward the center or interior inwards outward inward adv to or toward the inside of in,inwards inwardly adv with respect to private feelings inside outwardly inwards adv to or toward the inside of in,inward inwards adv toward the center or interior inward io n (Greek mythology) a maiden seduced by Zeus; when Hera was about to discover them together Zeus turned her into a white heifer io n the closest of Jupiter's moons; has active volcanoes iodide n a salt or ester of hydriodic acid iodine n a nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; used especially in medicine and photography and in dyes; occurs naturally only in combinati i iodine n a tincture consisting of a solution of iodine in ethyl alcohol; applied topically to wounds as an antiseptic ion n a particle that is electrically charged (positive or negative); an atom or molecule or group that has lost or gained one or more electrons ionian n a member of one of four linguistic divisions of the prehistoric Greeks ionian n the ancient Greek inhabitants of Attica and related regions in Ionia ionian adj of or pertaining to the ancient Ionians who lived in Attica and related territories, to their Ionic dialect of Greek, or to their culture ionic n the dialect of Ancient Greek spoken and written in Attica and Athens and Ionia attic ionic adj containing or involving or occurring in the form of ions ionic adj of or pertaining to the Ionic order of classical Greek architecture ionic adj of or relating to Ionia or its inhabitants or its language ionization n the condition of being dissociated into ions (as by heat or radiation or chemical reaction or electrical discharge) ionization n the process of ionizing; the formation of ions by separating atoms or molecules or radicals or by adding or subtracting electrons from atoms ionize v become converted into ions ionize v convert into ions ionosphere n the outer region of the Earth's atmosphere; contains a high concentration of free electrons iota n a tiny or scarcely detectable amount shred,scintilla,whit,tittle,smidgen,smidge iota n the 9th letter of the Greek alphabet iou n an informal debt instrument; representing `I owe you' iowa n a member of the Siouan people formerly living in Iowa and Minnesota and Missouri iowa n a state in midwestern United States ia iowa n a dialect of the Chiwere language spoken by the Iowa iowan n a native or resident of Iowa ip n the sciences concerned with gathering, manipulating, storing, retrieving, and classifying recorded information ipod n (trademark) a pocket-sized device used to play music files iq n a measure of a person's intelligence as indicated by an intelligence test; the ratio of a person's mental age to their chronological age (mu ira n a militant organization of Irish nationalists who used terrorism and guerilla warfare in an effort to drive British forces from Northern Ire ira n a retirement plan that allows you to contribute a limited yearly sum toward your retirement; taxes on the interest earned in the account are ira n belligerence aroused by a real or supposed wrong (personified as one of the deadly sins) wrath,anger,ire iran n a theocratic Islamic republic in the Middle East in western Asia; Iran was the core of the ancient empire that was known as Persia until 193 persia irani n a native or inhabitant of Iran iranian,persian iranian n a native or inhabitant of Iran irani,persian iranian n the modern Persian language spoken in Iran iranian adj of or relating to Iran or its people or language or culture persian iraq n a republic in the Middle East in western Asia; the ancient civilization of Mesopotamia was in the area now known as Iraq iraqi n a native or inhabitant of Iraq iraqi adj of or relating to Iraq or its people or culture irascible adj quickly aroused to anger choleric irascible adj characterized by anger choleric irate adj feeling or showing extreme anger ire n a strong emotion; a feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance anger,choler ire n belligerence aroused by a real or supposed wrong (personified as one of the deadly sins) wrath,anger,ira ireland n a republic consisting of 26 of 32 counties comprising the island of Ireland; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1921 ireland n an island comprising the republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland hibernia irena n type genus of the Irenidae: fairy bluebirds irenic adj conducive to peace iridescent adj varying in color when seen in different lights or from different angles changeable,chatoyant,shot iridescent adj having a play of lustrous rainbow colors opaline,pearlescent iridium n a heavy brittle metallic element of the platinum group; used in alloys; occurs in natural alloys with platinum or osmium iris n plants with sword-shaped leaves and erect stalks bearing bright-colored flowers composed of three petals and three drooping sepals flag iris n muscular diaphragm that controls the size of the pupil which in turn controls the amount of light that enters the eye; it forms the colored iris n diaphragm consisting of thin overlapping plates that can be adjusted to change the diameter of a central opening irish n people of Ireland or of Irish extraction irish n whiskey made in Ireland chiefly from barley irish n the Celtic language of Ireland irish adj of or relating to or characteristic of Ireland or its people irishman n a man who is a native or inhabitant of Ireland irk v irritate or vex gall irksome adj so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness boring,deadening,dull,slow,tedious,tiresome,wearisome iron n a heavy ductile magnetic metallic element; is silver-white in pure form but readily rusts; used in construction and tools and armament; play fe iron n a golf club that has a relatively narrow metal head iron n implement used to brand live stock iron n home appliance consisting of a flat metal base that is heated and used to smooth cloth iron v press and smooth with a heated iron press iron adj extremely robust ironclad n a wooden warship of the 19th century that is plated with iron or steel armor ironclad adj sheathed in iron plates for protection ironclad adj inflexibly entrenched and unchangeable ironed adj (of linens or clothes) smoothed with a hot iron ironic adj humorously sarcastic or mocking dry,ironical,wry ironic adj characterized by often poignant difference or incongruity between what is expected and what actually is ironical ironical adj characterized by often poignant difference or incongruity between what is expected and what actually is ironic ironical adj humorously sarcastic or mocking dry,ironic,wry ironically adv contrary to plan or expectation ironically adv in an ironic manner ironing n garments (clothes or linens) that are to be (or have been) ironed ironing n the work of using heat to smooth washed clothes in order to remove any wrinkles ironmonger n someone who sells hardware ironmonger n a store selling hardware irons n metal shackles; for hands or legs chains ironside n a man of great strength or bravery ironsides n English general and statesman who led the parliamentary army in the English Civil War (1599-1658) cromwell ironwood n handsome East Indian evergreen tree often planted as an ornamental for its fragrant white flowers that yield a perfume; source of very heavy ironwood n exceptionally tough or hard wood of any of a number of ironwood trees ironwood n a small slow-growing deciduous tree of northern Iran having a low domed shape ironwood n medium-sized hop hornbeam of eastern North America irony n witty language used to convey insults or scorn sarcasm,satire irony n incongruity between what might be expected and what actually occurs irony n a trope that involves incongruity between what is expected and what occurs iroquois n any member of the warlike North American Indian peoples formerly living in New York State; the Iroquois League were allies of the British du iroquois n a family of North American Indian languages spoken by the Iroquois irradiate v give spiritual insight to; in religion enlighten irradiate v cast rays of light upon irradiate v expose to radiation ray irradiation n the condition of being exposed to radiation irradiation n a column of light (as from a beacon) beam,ray,shaft irradiation n (physiology) the spread of sensory neural impulses in the cortex irradiation n the apparent enlargement of a bright object when viewed against a dark background irrational n a real number that cannot be expressed as a rational number irrational adj not consistent with or using reason rational irrational adj real but not expressible as the quotient of two integers rational irrationality n the state of being irrational; lacking powers of understanding irrationally adv in an irrational manner rationally irreconcilable adj impossible to reconcile irredentism n the doctrine that irredenta should be controlled by the country to which they are ethnically or historically related irrefutable adj impossible to deny or disprove incontrovertible,positive irregardless adv regardless; a combination of irrespective and regardless sometimes used humorously irregular n a member of an irregular armed force that fights a stronger force by sabotage and harassment guerrilla,guerilla,insurgent irregular n merchandise that has imperfections; usually sold at a reduced price without the brand name second irregular adj contrary to rule or accepted order or general practice regular irregular adj not occurring at a regular rate or fixed intervals unpredictable irregular adj (used of the military) not belonging to or engaged in by regular army forces regular irregular adj (of solids) not having clear dimensions that can be measured; volume must be determined with the principle of liquid displacement regular irregularity n behavior that breaches the rule or etiquette or custom or morality abnormality irregularity n not characterized by a fixed principle or rate; at irregular intervals regularity irregularity n an irregular asymmetry in shape; an irregular spatial pattern irregularity n irregular and infrequent or difficult evacuation of the bowels; can be a symptom of intestinal obstruction or diverticulitis constipation irregularly adv at an uneven rate regularly irregularly adv having an irregular form regularly irregularly adv in an irregular manner regularly irregularly adv in an irregular manner irrelevance n the lack of a relation of something to the matter at hand irrelevancy relevance irrelevancy n the lack of a relation of something to the matter at hand irrelevance irrelevant adj having no bearing on or connection with the subject at issue relevant irremediable adj impossible to remedy or correct or redress irreparable adj impossible to repair, rectify, or amend reparable irreparably adv in an irreparable manner or to an irreparable degree irreplaceable adj impossible to replace replaceable irrepressible adj impossible to repress or control uncontrollable irresistible adj impossible to resist; overpowering resistless irresistible adj overpoweringly attractive irresistibly adv incapable of being resisted overwhelmingly irrespective adv in spite of everything; without regard to drawbacks regardless,disregarding irresponsibility n a form of untrustworthiness; the trait of lacking a sense of responsibility and not feeling accountable for your actions responsibility irresponsible adj showing lack of care for consequences responsible irresponsibly adv in an irresponsible manner responsibly irretrievably adv in an irretrievable manner irreverence n an irreverent mental attitude reverence irreverence n a disrespectful act violation irreverent adj showing lack of due respect or veneration reverent irreverent adj characterized by a lightly pert and exuberant quality impertinent,pert,saucy irreverent adj not revering god godless irreversible adj incapable of being reversed reversible irreversibly adv in an irreversible manner irrevocable adj incapable of being retracted or revoked revocable irrevocably adv in an irrevocable manner irrigate v supply with water, as with channels or ditches or streams water irrigate v supply with a constant flow or sprinkling of some liquid, for the purpose of cooling, cleansing, or disinfecting irrigation n supplying dry land with water by means of ditches etc irrigation n (medicine) cleaning a wound or body organ by flushing or washing out with water or a medicated solution irritability n an irritable petulant feeling fretfulness,petulance,choler irritability n excessive sensitivity of an organ or body part irritability n a disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger temper irritable adj easily irritated or annoyed cranky,fractious,nettlesome,peevish,peckish,petulant,scratchy,testy irritable adj abnormally sensitive to a stimulus irritable adj capable of responding to stimuli excitable irritant n something that causes irritation and annoyance thorn irritate v cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations annoy,rag,bother,rile,nark,nettle,gravel,vex irritate v excite to an abnormal condition, or chafe or inflame soothe irritate v excite to some characteristic action or condition, such as motion, contraction, or nervous impulse, by the application of a stimulus irritated adj aroused to impatience or anger annoyed,miffed,nettled,peeved,pissed,riled,roiled,steamed irritating adj causing irritation or annoyance annoying,bothersome,galling,nettlesome,pesky,pestering,teasing,vexatious irritating adj (used of physical stimuli) serving to stimulate or excite irritating adj causing physical discomfort painful irritation n the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed annoyance irritation n a sudden outburst of anger pique,temper irritation n (pathology) abnormal sensitivity to stimulation irritation n the neural or electrical arousal of an organ or muscle or gland excitation irs n the bureau of the Treasury Department responsible for tax collections irving n United States writer remembered for his stories (1783-1859) irving n United States writer of darkly humorous novels (born in 1942) isaac n (Old Testament) the second patriarch; son of Abraham and Sarah who was offered by Abraham as a sacrifice to God; father of Jacob and Esau isabella n the queen of Castile whose marriage to Ferdinand of Aragon in 1469 marked the beginning of the modern state of Spain; they instituted the Sp isaiah n (Old Testament) the first of the major Hebrew prophets (8th century BC) isaiah n an Old Testament book consisting of Isaiah's prophecies ischemia n local anemia in a given body part sometimes resulting from vasoconstriction or thrombosis or embolism ischemic adj relating to or affected by ischemia isentropic adj with unchanging entropy; at constant entropy ishmael n (Old Testament) the son of Abraham who was cast out after the birth of Isaac; considered the forebear of 12 Arabian tribes ishmael n a person who is rejected (from society or home) outcast,castaway,pariah ishtar n Babylonian and Assyrian goddess of love and fertility and war; counterpart to the Phoenician Astarte isis n Egyptian goddess of fertility; daughter of Geb; sister and wife of Osiris islam n the civilization of Muslims collectively which is governed by the Muslim religion islam n the monotheistic religious system of Muslims founded in Arabia in the 7th century and based on the teachings of Muhammad as laid down in the islamabad n the capital of Pakistan in the north on a plateau; the site was chosen in 1959 islamic adj of or relating to or supporting Islamism muslim,moslem islamist n a scholar who knowledgeable in Islamic studies islamist n an orthodox Muslim island n a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water island n a zone or area resembling an island islander n an inhabitant of an island islay n California evergreen wild plum with spiny leathery leaves and white flowers islay n an island of western Scotland at the southern end of the Inner Hebrides isle n a small island islet islet n a small island isle ism n a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school doctrine,philosophy isocyanate n a salt or ester of isocyanic acid isolate v place or set apart insulate isolate v obtain in pure form isolate v set apart from others sequester isolate v separate (experiences) from the emotions relating to them isolated adj not close together in time stray isolated adj being or feeling set or kept apart from others detached,separated isolated adj marked by separation of or from usually contiguous elements isolated adj cut off or left behind marooned,stranded isolating adj relating to or being a language in which each word typically expresses a distinct idea and part of speech and syntactical relations are dete isolation n a state of separation between persons or groups isolation n a feeling of being disliked and alone isolation n the act of isolating something; setting something apart from others isolation n (psychiatry) a defense mechanism in which memory of an unacceptable act or impulse is separated from the emotion originally associated with isolationism n a policy of nonparticipation in international economic and political relations isolationist n an advocate of isolationism in international affairs isolationist adj of or relating to isolationism isolde n (Middle Ages) the bride of the king of Cornwall who (according to legend) fell in love with the king's nephew (Tristan) after they mistakenl isomer n a compound that exists in forms having different arrangements of atoms but the same molecular weight isomorphism n (biology) similarity or identity of form or shape or structure isosceles adj (of a triangle) having two sides of equal length isothermal adj of a process or change taking place at constant temperature isotonic adj (used of solutions) having the same or equal osmotic pressure hypertonic,hypotonic isotonic adj relating to or characterized by the equal intervals of a musical scale isotonic adj of or involving muscular contraction in which tension is constant while length changes isotonic adj of two or more muscles; having equal tension isotope n one of two or more atoms with the same atomic number but with different numbers of neutrons isotopic adj of or relating to or having the relation of an isotope israel n Jewish republic in southwestern Asia at eastern end of Mediterranean; formerly part of Palestine zion,sion israel n an ancient kingdom of the Hebrew tribes at the southeastern end of the Mediterranean Sea; founded by Saul around 1025 BC and destroyed by th israeli n a native or inhabitant of Israel israeli adj of or relating to or characteristic of Israel or its people israelite n a native or inhabitant of the ancient kingdom of Israel israelite n a person belonging to the worldwide group claiming descent from Jacob (or converted to it) and connected by cultural or religious ties jew,hebrew israelites n the ethnic group claiming descent from Abraham and Isaac (especially from Isaac's son Jacob); the nation whom God chose to receive his revel hebrews issachar n (Old Testament) a son of Jacob and a forebear of one of the tribes of Israel issuance n the act of providing an item for general use or for official purposes (usually in quantity) issue,issuing issue n an important question that is in dispute and must be settled issue n one of a series published periodically number issue n some situation or event that is thought about topic,subject,matter issue n the act of providing an item for general use or for official purposes (usually in quantity) issuing,issuance issue v prepare and issue for public distribution or sale publish,release issue v circulate or distribute or equip with supply recall issue v bring out an official document (such as a warrant) issue v come out of emerge,egress issuer n an institution that issues something (securities or publications or currency etc.) issuing n the act of providing an item for general use or for official purposes (usually in quantity) issue,issuance issus n a battle (333 BC) in which Alexander the Great defeated the Persians under Darius III istanbul n the largest city and former capital of Turkey; rebuilt on the site of ancient Byzantium by Constantine I in the fourth century; renamed Cons constantinople isthmus n a relatively narrow strip of land (with water on both sides) connecting two larger land areas isthmus n a cord-like tissue connecting two larger parts of an anatomical structure band it n the branch of engineering that deals with the use of computers and telecommunications to retrieve and store and transmit information italia n a republic in southern Europe on the Italian Peninsula; was the core of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire between the 4th century BC a italy italian n a native or inhabitant of Italy italian n the Romance language spoken in Italy italian adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of Italy or its people or culture or language italic n a style of handwriting with the letters slanting to the right italic n a branch of the Indo-European languages of which Latin is the chief representative italic n a typeface with letters slanting upward to the right italic adj characterized by slanting characters italic adj of or relating to the Italic languages italy n a republic in southern Europe on the Italian Peninsula; was the core of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire between the 4th century BC a italia itch n a contagious skin infection caused by the itch mite; characterized by persistent itching and skin irritation scabies itch n a strong restless desire urge itch n an irritating cutaneous sensation that produces a desire to scratch itching itch v scrape or rub as if to relieve itching rub,scratch itch v have or perceive an itch itch v cause to perceive an itch itch v have a strong desire or urge to do something spoil itching n an irritating cutaneous sensation that produces a desire to scratch itch itchy adj nervous and unable to relax antsy,fidgety,fretful itchy adj causing an irritating cutaneous sensation; being affect with an itch item n a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list point item n a small part that can be considered separately from the whole detail,particular item n a whole individual unit; especially when included in a list or collection item n an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole detail,point item adv (used when listing or enumerating items) also itemize v specify individually enumerate,recite itemize v place on a list of items iterate v to say, state, or perform again repeat,reiterate,restate,retell iterate v run or be performed again iteration n (computer science) a single execution of a set of instructions that are to be repeated loop iteration n (computer science) executing the same set of instructions a given number of times or until a specified result is obtained looping iteration n doing or saying again; a repeated performance iterative n the aspect of the verb that expresses the repetition of an action iterative adj marked by iteration ithaca n a college town in central New York on Lake Cayuga ithaca n a Greek island to the west of Greece; in Homeric legend Odysseus was its king itinerant n a laborer who moves from place to place as demanded by employment itinerant adj traveling from place to place to work itinerary n an established line of travel or access path,route itinerary n a guidebook for travelers itinerary n a proposed route of travel iva n any of various coarse shrubby plants of the genus Iva with small greenish flowers; common in moist areas (as coastal salt marshes) of easter ivanov n Russian choreographer (1834-1905) ives n United States composer noted for his innovative use of polytonality (1874-1954) ives n United States lithographer who (with his partner Nathaniel Currier) produced thousands of prints signed `Currier & Ives' (1824-1895) ivory n a hard smooth ivory colored dentine that makes up most of the tusks of elephants and walruses tusk ivory n a shade of white the color of bleached bones bone,pearl ivy n Old World vine with lobed evergreen leaves and black berrylike fruits iwo n a bloody and prolonged operation on the island of Iwo Jima in which American marines landed and defeated Japanese defenders (February and Ma izzard n the 26th letter of the Roman alphabet z,z,zee,zed j n a unit of electrical energy equal to the work done when a current of one ampere passes through a resistance of one ohm for one second joule j n the 10th letter of the Roman alphabet jab n a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow) jabbing,poke,poking,thrust,thrusting jab n a quick short straight punch jab n the act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow dig jab v poke or thrust abruptly prod,stab,poke,dig jab v strike or punch with quick and short blows jab v stab or pierce stab jabber n rapid and indistinct speech gabble jabber v talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner rant,spout,rave jabberwocky n nonsensical language (according to Lewis Carroll) jabbing n a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow) jab,poke,poking,thrust,thrusting jacinth n a red transparent variety of zircon used as a gemstone hyacinth jack n a small worthless amount squat,shit jack n a man who serves as a sailor mariner,seaman,tar,seafarer,gob jack n someone who works with their hands; someone engaged in manual labor laborer jack n immense East Indian fruit resembling breadfruit; it contains an edible pulp and nutritious seeds that are commonly roasted jackfruit jack v lift with a special device jack v hunt with a jacklight jackal n Old World nocturnal canine mammal closely related to the dog; smaller than a wolf; sometimes hunts in a pack but usually singly or as a memb jackass n a man who is a stupid incompetent fool fathead,goof,goofball,bozo,goose,cuckoo,twat,zany jackass n male donkey jack jackboot n (19th century) a man's high tasseled boot hessian,wellington jacket n a short coat jacket n an outer wrapping or casing jacket n (dentistry) dental appliance consisting of an artificial crown for a broken or decayed tooth crown,cap jacket n the outer skin of a potato jacket v provide with a thermally non-conducting cover jacket v put a jacket on jackfruit n East Indian tree cultivated for its immense edible fruit and seeds jackfruit n immense East Indian fruit resembling breadfruit; it contains an edible pulp and nutritious seeds that are commonly roasted jack jackhammer n a hammer driven by compressed air jackpot n the cumulative amount involved in a game (such as poker) pot,kitty jackpot n any outstanding award jackrabbit n large hare of western North America jackrabbit v go forward or start with a fast, sudden movement jacks n a game in which jackstones are thrown and picked up in various groups between bounces of a small rubber ball jackson n English film actress who later became a member of British Parliament (born in 1936) jackson n United States singer who began singing with his four brothers and later became a highly successful star during the 1980s (born in 1958) jackson n United States singer who did much to popularize gospel music (1911-1972) jackson n United States civil rights leader who led a national campaign against racial discrimination and ran for presidential nomination (born in 194 jacksonian n a follower of Andrew Jackson or his ideas jacksonian adj of or pertaining to Andrew Jackson or his presidency or his concepts of popular democracy jacksonville n Florida's largest city; a port and important commercial center in northeastern Florida jacob n French biochemist who (with Jacques Monod) studied regulatory processes in cells (born in 1920) jacob n (Old Testament) son of Isaac; brother of Esau; father of the twelve patriarchs of Israel; Jacob wrestled with God and forced God to bless hi jacobean n any distinguished personage during the reign of James I jacobean adj of or relating to James I or his reign or times jacobi n German mathematician (1804-1851) jacobin n a member of the radical movement that instituted the Reign of Terror during the French Revolution jacobite n a supporter of James II after he was overthrown or a supporter of the Stuarts jacobs n English writer of macabre short stories (1863-1943) jacobs n United States writer and critic of urban planning (born in 1916) jacobs n Dutch physician who opened the first birth control clinic in the world in Amsterdam (1854-1929) jaconet n a lightweight cotton cloth with a smooth and slightly stiff finish; used for clothing and bandages jade n a semiprecious gemstone that takes a high polish; is usually green but sometimes whitish; consists of jadeite or nephrite jade n a woman adulterer hussy,slut,strumpet jade n a light green color varying from bluish green to yellowish green jade n an old or over-worked horse hack,nag,plug jade v lose interest or become bored with something or somebody tire,pall,weary,fatigue jade v exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress tire,wear,weary,fatigue jade adj of something having the color of jade; especially varying from bluish green to yellowish green jaded adj exhausted wearied jaded adj dulled by surfeit jadeite n a hard green mineral consisting of sodium aluminum silicate in monoclinic crystalline form; a source of jade; found principally in Burma jaeger n rapacious seabird that pursues weaker birds to make them drop their prey jaffa n a port in western Israel on the Mediterranean; incorporated into Tel Aviv in 1950 jaffar n Indonesian terrorist and Islamic militant who commands the Laskar Jihad; uses violence to achieve political ends (1965-2000) jag n a sharp projection on an edge or surface jag n a slit in a garment that exposes material of a different color underneath; used in Renaissance clothing jag n a flap along the edge of a garment; used in medieval clothing dag jag n a bout of drinking or drug taking jag v cut teeth into; make a jagged cutting edge jagged adj having a sharply uneven surface or outline jagged adj having an irregularly notched or toothed margin as though gnawed notched,toothed jagger n English rock star (born in 1943) jaggery n unrefined brown sugar made from palm sap jaguar n a large spotted feline of tropical America similar to the leopard; in some classifications considered a member of the genus Felis panther jail n a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or jailhouse,gaol,clink,slammer,poky,pokey jail v lock up or confine, in or as in a jail imprison,incarcerate,lag,jug,gaol,remand jailbreak n an escape from jail break,breakout jailed adj being in captivity captive,confined,imprisoned jailer n someone who guards prisoners screw,turnkey jailhouse n a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or jail,gaol,clink,slammer,poky,pokey jain adj relating to or characteristic of Jainism jainism n sect founded in the 6th century BC as a revolt against Hinduism jainism n religion founded in the 6th century BC as a revolt against Hinduism; emphasizes asceticism and immortality and transmigration of the soul; d jakarta n capital and largest city of Indonesia; located on the island of Java; founded by the Dutch in 17th century jakes n a small outbuilding with a bench having holes through which a user can defecate outhouse,privy jalapeno n plant bearing very hot and finely tapering long peppers; usually red cayenne jalapeno n hot green or red pepper of southwestern United States and Mexico jalopy n a car that is old and unreliable bus,heap jam n preserve of crushed fruit jam n informal terms for a difficult situation fix,hole,mess,muddle,pickle jam n a dense crowd of people crush,press jam n deliberate radiation or reflection of electromagnetic energy for the purpose of disrupting enemy use of electronic devices or systems jamming jam v press tightly together or cram throng,mob,pack,pile jam v push down forcibly jam v crush or bruise crush jam v interfere with or prevent the reception of signals block jamaica n a country on the island of Jamaica; became independent of England in 1962; much poverty; the major industry is tourism jamaica n an island in the West Indies to the south of Cuba and to the west of Haiti jamaican n a native or inhabitant of Jamaica jamaican adj of or relating to Jamaica (the island or the country) or to its inhabitants jamb n upright consisting of a vertical side member of a door or window frame jambalaya n spicy Creole dish of rice and ham, sausage, chicken, or shellfish with tomatoes, peppers, onions, and celery jambeau n armor plate that protects legs below the knee greave james n a Stuart king of Scotland who married a daughter of Henry VII; when England and France went to war in 1513 he invaded England and died in de james n the last Stuart to be king of England and Ireland and Scotland; overthrown in 1688 (1633-1701) james n the first Stuart to be king of England and Ireland from 1603 to 1625 and king of Scotland from 1567 to 1625; he was the son of Mary Queen of james n United States outlaw who fought as a Confederate soldier and later led a band of outlaws that robbed trains and banks in the West until he w jamestown n a former village on the James River in Virginia to the north of Norfolk; site of the first permanent English settlement in America in 1607 jamison n United States dancer and choreographer (born in 1944) jammed adj extremely crowed or filled to capacity packed jammer n a transmitter used to broadcast electronic jamming jammies n (usually plural) loose-fitting nightclothes worn for sleeping or lounging; have a jacket top and trousers pajama,pj's jamming n deliberate radiation or reflection of electromagnetic energy for the purpose of disrupting enemy use of electronic devices or systems jam jampan n a kind of sedan chair used in India jan n the first month of the year; begins 10 days after the winter solstice january jangle n a metallic sound jingle jangle v make a sound typical of metallic objects jingle janitor n someone employed to clean and maintain a building jansen n a Dutch Roman Catholic theologian (1585-1638) jansenism n the Roman Catholic doctrine of Cornelis Jansen and his disciples; salvation is limited to those who are subject to supernatural determinism jansenist n an advocate of Jansenism january n the first month of the year; begins 10 days after the winter solstice jan janus n (Roman mythology) the Roman god of doorways and passages; is depicted with two faces on opposite sides of his head japan n a string of more than 3,000 islands to the east of Asia extending 1,300 miles between the Sea of Japan and the western Pacific Ocean japan n a constitutional monarchy occupying the Japanese Archipelago; a world leader in electronics and automobile manufacture and ship building nippon japan n lacquerware decorated and varnished in the Japanese manner with a glossy durable black lacquer japan n lacquer with a durable glossy black finish, originally from the orient japan v coat with a lacquer, as done in Japan japanese n a native or inhabitant of Japan japanese n the language (usually considered to be Altaic) spoken by the Japanese japanese adj of or relating to or characteristic of Japan or its people or their culture or language jape n a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter joke,gag,laugh,jest japonica n greenhouse shrub with glossy green leaves and showy fragrant rose-like flowers; cultivated in many varieties japonica n deciduous thorny shrub native to Japan having red blossoms jar n a vessel (usually cylindrical) with a wide mouth and without handles jar n the quantity contained in a jar jar n a sudden jarring impact jolt,jounce,shock jar v be incompatible; be or come into conflict clash,collide jar v move or cause to move with a sudden jerky motion jolt jar v shock physically jar v affect in a disagreeable way jargon n a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves) slang,cant,lingo,argot,patois,vernacular jargon n a colorless (or pale yellow or smoky) variety of zircon jargoon jargon n specialized technical terminology characteristic of a particular subject jargoon n a colorless (or pale yellow or smoky) variety of zircon jargon jarring adj making or causing a harsh and irritating sound jasmine n any of several shrubs and vines of the genus Jasminum chiefly native to Asia jason n (Greek mythology) the husband of Medea and leader of the Argonauts who sailed in quest of the Golden Fleece jasper n an opaque form of quartz; red or yellow or brown or dark green in color; used for ornamentation or as a gemstone jaspers n German psychiatrist (1883-1969) jaundice n yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes caused by an accumulation of bile pigment (bilirubin) in the blood; can be a symptom of gal icterus jaundice n a rough and bitter manner bitterness,acrimony,tartness jaundice v distort adversely jaundice v affect with, or as if with, jaundice jaundiced adj affected by jaundice which causes yellowing of skin etc yellow jaundiced adj showing or affected by prejudice or envy or distaste jaunt n a journey taken for pleasure excursion,outing,junket,expedition,sashay jaunt v make a trip for pleasure travel,trip jauntily adv in a jaunty fashionable manner jaunty adj marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners dapper,dashing,natty,raffish,rakish,spiffy,snappy,spruce jaunty adj having a cheerful, lively, and self-confident air chipper,debonair java n an island in Indonesia to the south of Borneo; one of the world's most densely populated regions java n a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans coffee java n a platform-independent object-oriented programming language javan n a native or inhabitant of Java javanese javan adj of or relating to or characteristic of Java or its inhabitants or its language javanese javanese n a native or inhabitant of Java javan javanese n the Indonesian language spoken on Java javanese adj of or relating to or characteristic of Java or its inhabitants or its language javan javelin n an athletic competition in which a javelin is thrown as far as possible javelin n a spear thrown as a weapon or in competitive field events jaw n the part of the skull of a vertebrate that frames the mouth and holds the teeth jaw n the bones of the skull that frame the mouth and serve to open it; the bones that hold the teeth jaw n holding device consisting of one or both of the opposing parts of a tool that close to hold an object jaw v talk socially without exchanging too much information chat,confab,chitchat,chatter,chaffer,natter,gossip,claver jaw v talk incessantly and tiresomely jaw v chew (food); to bite and grind with the teeth chew jaw v censure severely or angrily rebuke,rag,trounce,lecture,reprimand,scold,chide,berate jawan n (India) a private soldier or male constable jawbone n the jaw in vertebrates that is hinged to open the mouth mandible,jowl jawbone v talk idly or casually and in a friendly way schmooze jawed adj of animals having jaws of a specified type jay n United States diplomat and jurist who negotiated peace treaties with Britain and served as the first chief justice of the United States Supr jay n crested largely blue bird jaywalk v cross the road at a red light jaywalker n a reckless pedestrian who crosses a street illegally jazz n empty rhetoric or insincere or exaggerated talk wind,malarkey,nothingness jazz n a genre of popular music that originated in New Orleans around 1900 and developed through increasingly complex styles jazz n a style of dance music popular in the 1920s; similar to New Orleans jazz but played by large bands jazz v play something in the style of jazz jazz v have sexual intercourse with love,know,screw,fuck,eff,hump,bed,bang jazzy adj resembling jazz (especially in its rhythm) jazzy adj (used especially of clothes) marked by conspicuous display flashy,gaudy,showy,sporty jealous adj showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages covetous,envious jealous adj suspicious or unduly suspicious or fearful of being displaced by a rival jealously adv with jealousy jealously adv with jealousy; in an envious manner enviously jealousy n a feeling of jealous envy (especially of a rival) jealousy n zealous vigilance jean n a coarse durable twill-weave cotton fabric denim jeans n (used in the plural) close-fitting trousers of heavy denim for manual work or casual wear denim jeddah n port city in western Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea; near Mecca jeep n a car suitable for traveling over rough terrain jeer n showing your contempt by derision jeering,mockery,scoff jeer v laugh at with contempt and derision scoff,flout,barrack,gibe jeerer n someone who jeers or mocks or treats something with contempt or calls out in derision mocker jeering n showing your contempt by derision jeer,mockery,scoff jeering adj abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule derisive,mocking,taunting jeffers n United States poet who wrote about California (1887-1962) jefferson n 3rd President of the United States; chief drafter of the Declaration of Independence; made the Louisiana Purchase in 1803 and sent out the L jeffersonian n a follower of Thomas Jefferson or his ideas and principles jeffersonian adj relating to or characteristic of Thomas Jefferson or his principles or theories jehovah n a name for the God of the Old Testament as transliterated from the Hebrew consonants YHVH yahweh jehovah n terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God godhead,lord,creator,maker,divine,almighty jejune adj of insufficient quantity to meet a need inadequate,poor,short jejune adj displaying or suggesting a lack of maturity adolescent,juvenile,puerile jejune adj lacking interest or significance or impact insipid jell v become gelatinous set,congeal jelled adj congealed into jelly; solidified by cooling congealed,jellied jellied adj congealed into jelly; solidified by cooling congealed,jelled jello n fruit-flavored dessert (trade mark Jell-O) made from a commercially prepared gelatin powder jelly n an edible jelly (sweet or pungent) made with gelatin and used as a dessert or salad base or a coating for foods gelatin jelly n a preserve made of the jelled juice of fruit jelly n any substance having the consistency of jelly or gelatin jelly v make into jelly jellyfish n large siphonophore having a bladderlike float and stinging tentacles jellyfish n any of numerous usually marine and free-swimming coelenterates that constitute the sexually reproductive forms of hydrozoans and scyphozoans jem n a terrorist organization founded in 2000; a militant Islamic group active in Kashmir and closely aligned with al-Rashid Trust; seeks to secu jena n the battle in 1806 in which Napoleon decisively defeated the Prussians jenner n English physician who pioneered vaccination; Jenner inoculated people with small amounts of cowpox to prevent them from getting smallpox (17 jennet n female donkey jenny jenny n United States architect who designed the first skyscraper in which a metal skeleton was used (1832-1907) jenny n female donkey jennet jensen n modernistic Danish writer (1873-1950) jeopardize v pose a threat to; present a danger to endanger,menace,threaten,imperil,peril jeopardize v put at risk venture,hazard,adventure,stake jeopardy n a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune hazard,peril,risk,endangerment jeremiad n a long and mournful complaint jeremiah n (Old Testament) an Israelite prophet who is remembered for his angry lamentations (jeremiads) about the wickedness of his people (circa 626- jeremiah n a book in the Old Testament containing the oracles of the prophet Jeremiah jerez n a city in southwestern Spain that is famous for making sherry jericho n a village in Palestine near the north end of the Dead Sea; in the Old Testament it was the first place taken by the Israelites under Joshua jerk n a dull stupid fatuous person dork jerk n an abrupt spasmodic movement jerking,jolt,saccade jerk n (mechanics) the rate of change of acceleration jerk n meat (especially beef) cut in strips and dried in the sun jerky jerk v pull, or move with a sudden movement yank jerk v move with abrupt, seemingly uncontrolled motions twitch jerk v make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion twitch jerk v jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched buck,hitch jerking n an abrupt spasmodic movement jerk,jolt,saccade jerking adj lacking a steady rhythm jerky jerkwater adj small and remote and insignificant pokey,poky jerky n meat (especially beef) cut in strips and dried in the sun jerk jerky adj lacking a steady rhythm jerking jerky adj marked by abrupt transitions choppy jerky adj having or revealing stupidity dopey,foolish jeroboam n (Old Testament) first king of the northern kingdom of Israel who led Israel into sin (10th century BC) jeroboam n a large wine bottle (holds 4/5 of a gallon) jerome n (Roman Catholic Church) one of the great Fathers of the early Christian Church whose major work was his translation of the Scriptures from H jerry n offensive term for a person of German descent kraut,boche,hun jersey n a Mid-Atlantic state on the Atlantic; one of the original 13 colonies jersey n the largest of the Channel Islands jersey n a close-fitting pullover shirt jersey n a slightly elastic machine-knit fabric jerusalem n capital and largest city of the modern state of Israel (although its status as capital is disputed); it was captured from Jordan in 1967 in jessamine n a climbing deciduous shrub with fragrant white or yellow or red flowers used in perfume and to flavor tea jest n a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter joke,gag,laugh,jape jest n activity characterized by good humor joke jest v tell a joke; speak humorously joke jest v act in a funny or teasing way joke jester n a professional clown employed to entertain a king or nobleman in the Middle Ages fool jesting adj characterized by jokes and good humor jocose,jocular,joking jesuit n a member of the Jesuit order jesuit adj having qualities characteristic of Jesuits or Jesuitism jesus n a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29) christ,savior,deliverer jet n an airplane powered by one or more jet engines jet n the occurrence of a sudden discharge (as of liquid) squirt,spurt jet n a hard black form of lignite that takes a brilliant polish and is used in jewelry or ornamentation jet n atmospheric discharges (lasting 10 msec) bursting from the tops of giant storm clouds in blue cones that widen as they flash upward jet v issue in a jet; come out in a jet; stream or spring forth gush jet v fly a jet plane jet adj of the blackest black; similar to the color of jet or coal sooty jetsam n the part of a ship's equipment or cargo that is thrown overboard to lighten the load in a storm jetsam n the floating wreckage of a ship flotsam jetting adj propelled violently in a usually narrow stream spouting,spurting,squirting jettison v throw away, of something encumbering jettison v throw as from an airplane jetty n a protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away breakwater,groin,groyne,mole,bulwark jevons n English economist and logician who contributed to the development of the theory of marginal utility (1835-1882) jew n a person belonging to the worldwide group claiming descent from Jacob (or converted to it) and connected by cultural or religious ties hebrew,israelite jewbush n low tropical American shrub having powerful emetic properties jewel n a precious or semiprecious stone incorporated into a piece of jewelry gem jewel n a person who is as brilliant and precious as a piece of jewelry gem jewel v adorn or decorate with precious stones jeweler n someone who makes jewelry jeweler n someone in the business of selling jewelry jewellery n an adornment (as a bracelet or ring or necklace) made of precious metals and set with gems (or imitation gems) jewelry jewelry n an adornment (as a bracelet or ring or necklace) made of precious metals and set with gems (or imitation gems) jewellery jewess n a woman who is a Jew jewfish n large important food fish of Australia; almost indistinguishable from the maigre jewfish n large dark grouper with a thick head and rough scales jewish adj of or relating to Jews or their culture or religion jewry n Jews collectively jezebel n wife of Ahab who was king of Israel; according to the Old Testament she was a cruel immoral queen who fostered the worship of Baal and tried jezebel n a shameless impudent scheming woman jfk n 35th President of the United States; established the Peace Corps; assassinated in Dallas (1917-1963) kennedy ji n a clandestine group of southeast Asian terrorists organized in 1993 and trained by al-Qaeda; supports militant Muslims in Indonesia and the jiao n 10 jiao equal 1 yuan in China jib n any triangular fore-and-aft sail (set forward of the foremast) jib v refuse to comply resist,balk,baulk jib v shift from one side of the ship to the other jibe,gybe jibe n an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect shot,shaft,slam,dig,barb,gibe jibe v be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics match,fit,correspond,check,gibe,tally,agree jibe v shift from one side of the ship to the other gybe,jib jiffy n a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) flash,heartbeat,instant,trice,twinkling,wink jig n music in three-four time for dancing a jig gigue jig n a fisherman's lure with one or more hooks that is jerked up and down in the water jig n a device that holds a piece of machine work and guides the tools operating on it jig n any of various old rustic dances involving kicking and leaping jig v dance a quick dance with leaping and kicking motions jigger n a small glass adequate to hold a single swallow of whiskey pony jigger n any small mast on a sailing vessel; especially the mizzenmast of a yawl jigger n larval mite that sucks the blood of vertebrates including human beings causing intense irritation chigger jiggered adj (British informal expletive) surprised jiggle n a slight irregular shaking motion joggle jiggle v move to and fro joggle,wiggle jigsaw n a portable power saw with a reciprocating blade; can be used with a variety of blades depending on the application and kind of cut; generall jigsaw n fine-toothed power saw with a narrow blade; used to cut curved outlines jihad n a holy struggle or striving by a Muslim for a moral or spiritual or political goal jihadi adj of or relating to a jihad jilt n a woman who jilts a lover jilt v cast aside capriciously or unfeelingly jilted adj rebuffed (by a lover) without warning rejected,spurned jimenez n Spanish lyric poet (1881-1958) jimmy n a short crowbar jimmy v to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open pry,prise,prize,lever jingle n a metallic sound jangle jingle n a comic verse of irregular measure doggerel jingle v make a sound typical of metallic objects jangle jingoism n an appeal intended to arouse patriotic emotions jingoism n fanatical patriotism chauvinism jingoistic adj fanatically patriotic chauvinistic,nationalistic jinks n noisy and mischievous merrymaking jinx n a person believed to bring bad luck to those around him jonah jinx n an evil spell hex,curse,whammy jinx v cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something hex,bewitch,glamour,witch,enchant jinx v foredoom to failure jirga n a Pashto term for a decision making assembly of male elders jitney n a vehicle carrying many passengers; used for public transport bus,autobus,coach,omnibus jitter n small rapid variations in a waveform resulting from fluctuations in the voltage supply or mechanical vibrations or other sources jitter n a small irregular movement jitterbug n a jerky American dance that was popular in the 1940s jitterbug v do the jitterbug jitters n extreme nervousness jittery adj characterized by jerky movements jittery adj being in a tense state edgy,jumpy,nervy,restive,uptight jive n a style of jazz played by big bands popular in the 1930s; flowing rhythms but less complex than later styles of jazz swing jive v dance to jive music; dance the jive joachim n Hungarian violinist and composer (1831-1907) job n the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money occupation,business,line job n a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee task,chore job n a workplace; as in the expression `on the job' job n an object worked on; a result produced by working job v profit privately from public office and official business job v arranged for contracted work to be done by others subcontract job v work occasionally job v invest at a risk speculate jobber n someone who buys large quantities of goods and resells to merchants rather than to the ultimate customers middleman,wholesaler jobless adj not having a job idle jock n a person trained to compete in sports athlete jock n a support for the genitals worn by men engaging in strenuous exercise supporter,jockstrap jockey n someone employed to ride horses in horse races jockey n an operator of some vehicle or machine or apparatus jockey v defeat someone through trickery or deceit cheat,chouse,shaft,screw,chicane jockey v compete (for an advantage or a position) jockey v ride a racehorse as a professional jockey jockstrap n a support for the genitals worn by men engaging in strenuous exercise supporter,jock jocose adj characterized by jokes and good humor jesting,jocular,joking jocular adj characterized by jokes and good humor jesting,jocose,joking jocular adv with humor jocund adj full of or showing high-spirited merriment gay,jolly,jovial,merry jodhpurs n (used in the plural) flared trousers ending at the calves; worn with riding boots joel n a Hebrew minor prophet joel n an Old Testament book telling Joel's prophecies joffrey n United States choreographer (1930-1988) jog n a sharp change in direction jog n a slow pace of running trot,lope jog n a slight push or shake nudge jog v continue talking or writing in a desultory manner ramble jog v even up the edges of a stack of paper, in printing jog v run for exercise jog v run at a moderately swift pace trot,clip jogger n someone who runs a steady slow pace (usually for exercise) jogging n running at a jog trot as a form of cardiopulmonary exercise joggle n a fastener that is inserted into holes in two adjacent pieces and holds them together dowel joggle n a slight irregular shaking motion jiggle joggle v move to and fro jiggle,wiggle joggle v fasten or join with a joggle johannesburg n city in the northeastern part of South Africa near Pretoria; commercial center for diamond and gold industries john n a room or building equipped with one or more toilets toilet,lavatory,lav,can,privy,bathroom john n youngest son of Henry II; King of England from 1199 to 1216; succeeded to the throne on the death of his brother Richard I; lost his French john n (New Testament) disciple of Jesus; traditionally said to be the author of the 4th Gospel and three epistles and the book of Revelation john n a prostitute's customer whoremonger,trick johnny n `Johnny' was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; `greyback' derived from their rebel johnnycake n cornbread usually cooked pancake-style on a griddle (chiefly New England) johns n United States artist and proponent of pop art (born in 1930) johnson n English writer and lexicographer (1709-1784) johnson n 36th President of the United States; was elected vice president and succeeded Kennedy when Kennedy was assassinated (1908-1973) johnson n 17th President of the United States; was elected vice president and succeeded Lincoln when Lincoln was assassinated; was impeached but acqui johnston n Confederate general in the American Civil War; led the Confederate troops in the West (1807-1891) join n the shape or manner in which things come together and a connection is made articulation,joint,juncture,junction join n a set containing all and only the members of two or more given sets union,sum join v become part of; become a member of a group or organization join v cause to become joined or linked join v come into the company of join v make contact or come together conjoin joined adj of or relating to two people who are married to each other united joined adj connected by a link, as railway cars or trailer trucks coupled,linked joiner n a person who likes to join groups joiner n a woodworker whose work involves making things by joining pieces of wood joinery n fine woodwork done by a joiner joinery n the craft of a joiner joining n the act of bringing two things into contact (especially for communication) connection,connexion joint n (anatomy) the point of connection between two bones or elements of a skeleton (especially if it allows motion) articulation joint n a disreputable place of entertainment joint n the shape or manner in which things come together and a connection is made articulation,join,juncture,junction joint n a piece of meat roasted or for roasting and of a size for slicing into more than one portion roast joint v fit as if by joints joint v provide with a joint articulate joint v fasten with a joint joint v separate (meat) at the joint joint adj united or combined separate joint adj affecting or involving two or more joint adj involving both houses of a legislature jointed adj having joints or jointed segments jointly adv in collaboration or cooperation jointly adv in conjunction with; combined collectively jointure n (law) an estate secured to a prospective wife as a marriage settlement in lieu of a dower jointure n the act of making or becoming a single unit union,unification,uniting,conjugation joist n beam used to support floors or roofs joke n a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter gag,laugh,jest,jape joke n activity characterized by good humor jest joke n a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement antic,prank,trick,caper joke n a triviality not to be taken seriously joke v tell a joke; speak humorously jest joke v act in a funny or teasing way jest joker n a person who enjoys telling or playing jokes jokester joker n a person who does something thoughtless or annoying turkey joker n an inconspicuous clause in a document or bill that affects its meaning in a way that is not immediately apparent joker n a playing card that is usually printed with a picture of a jester jokester n a person who enjoys telling or playing jokes joker joking adj characterized by jokes and good humor jesting,jocose,jocular jokingly adv in jest jokingly adv not seriously facetiously jolly n a happy party jolly n a yawl used by a ship's sailors for general work jolly v be silly or tease one another kid,chaff,josh,banter jolly adj full of or showing high-spirited merriment gay,jocund,jovial,merry jolly adv to certain extent or degree reasonably,moderately,pretty,somewhat,fairly,middling,passably jolson n United States singer (born in Russia) who appeared in the first full-length talking film (1886-1950) jolt n a sudden jarring impact jar,jounce,shock jolt n an abrupt spasmodic movement jerk,jerking,saccade jolt v move or cause to move with a sudden jerky motion jar jolt v disturb (someone's) composure jolted adj bumped or shaken jerkily jolted adj disturbed psychologically as if by a physical jolt or shock shaken jolting adj causing or characterized by jolts and irregular movements rough,rocky,bumpy,jumpy jonah n (Old Testament) Jonah did not wish to become a prophet so God caused a great storm to throw him overboard from a ship; he was saved by being jonah n a person believed to bring bad luck to those around him jinx jonah n a book in the Old Testament that tells the story of Jonah and the whale jonathan n red late-ripening apple; primarily eaten raw jones n United States labor leader (born in Ireland) who helped to found the Industrial Workers of the World (1830-1930) jones n United States railroad engineer who died trying to stop his train from crashing into another train; a friend wrote a famous ballad describin jones n United States golfer (1902-1971) jones n American naval commander in the American Revolution (1747-1792) jong n United States writer (born in 1942) jongleur n a singer of folk songs minstrel,troubadour jonquil n widely cultivated ornamental plant native to southern Europe but naturalized elsewhere having fragrant yellow or white clustered flowers jonquil n often used colloquially for any yellow daffodil joplin n United States singer who died of a drug overdose at the height of her popularity (1943-1970) joplin n United States composer who was the first creator of ragtime to write down his compositions (1868-1917) jordan n a river in Palestine that empties into the Dead Sea; John the Baptist baptized Jesus in the Jordan jordan n an Arab kingdom in southwestern Asia on the Red Sea jordanian n a native or inhabitant of Jordan jordanian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Jordan or its people jorum n a large drinking bowl joseph n leader of the Nez Perce in their retreat from United States troops (1840-1904) joseph n (Old Testament) the 11th son of Jacob and one of the 12 patriarchs of Israel; Jacob gave Joseph a coat of many colors, which made his brothe joseph n (New Testament) husband of Mary and (in Christian belief) the foster father of Jesus josephus n Jewish general who led the revolt of the Jews against the Romans and then wrote a history of those events (37-100) josh v be silly or tease one another kid,chaff,jolly,banter joshua n (Old Testament) Moses' successor who led the Israelites into the Promised Land; best remembered for his destruction of Jericho joshua n a book in the Old Testament describing how Joshua led the Israelites into Canaan (the Promised Land) after the death of Moses joss n a Chinese god worshipped in the form of an idol jostle n the act of jostling (forcing your way by pushing) jostling jostle v make one's way by jostling, pushing, or shoving jostle v come into rough contact with while moving shove jostling n the act of jostling (forcing your way by pushing) jostle jot n a brief (and hurriedly handwritten) note jot n a slight but appreciable amount touch,hint,tinge,mite,pinch,speck jot v write briefly or hurriedly; write a short note of joule n a unit of electrical energy equal to the work done when a current of one ampere passes through a resistance of one ohm for one second j joule n English physicist who established the mechanical theory of heat and discovered the first law of thermodynamics (1818-1889) jounce n a sudden jarring impact jolt,jar,shock jounce v move up and down repeatedly bounce journal n a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations diary journal n a periodical dedicated to a particular subject journal n a ledger in which transactions have been recorded as they occurred daybook journal n a record book as a physical object journalese n the style in which newspapers are written journalism n newspapers and magazines collectively journalism n the profession of reporting or photographing or editing news stories for one of the media journalist n a writer for newspapers and magazines journalist n someone who keeps a diary or journal journalistic adj of or relating to or having the characteristics of journalism journalistically adv by journalists journey n the act of traveling from one place to another journeying journey v undertake a journey or trip travel journey v travel upon or across travel journeying n the act of traveling from one place to another journey journeyman n a skilled worker who practices some trade or handicraft craftsman,artisan joust n a combat between two mounted knights tilting against each other with blunted lances tilt joust v joust against somebody in a tournament by fighting on horseback jove n (Roman mythology) supreme god of Romans; counterpart of Greek Zeus jupiter jovial adj full of or showing high-spirited merriment gay,jocund,jolly,merry jovially adv in a jovial manner jovian adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of or resembling the planet Jupiter jovian adj of or pertaining to or befitting the Roman deity Jupiter jowl n the jaw in vertebrates that is hinged to open the mouth mandible,jawbone jowl n a fullness and looseness of the flesh of the lower cheek and jaw (characteristic of aging) jowly adj having sagging folds of flesh beneath the chin or lower jaw joy n the emotion of great happiness joyfulness sorrow joy n something or someone that provides a source of happiness delight,pleasure joy v feel happiness or joy rejoice joy v make glad or happy gladden joyce n influential Irish writer noted for his many innovations (such as stream of consciousness writing) (1882-1941) joyful adj full of or producing joy sorrowful joyful adj full of high-spirited delight elated,gleeful,jubilant joyfully adv in a joyous and gleeful manner gleefully joyfulness n the emotion of great happiness joy joyous adj full of or characterized by joy joyride n a ride in a car taken solely for pleasure joyride v ride in a car with no particular goal and just for the pleasure of it tool joystick n a lever used by a pilot to control the ailerons and elevators of an airplane stick joystick n a manual control consisting of a vertical handle that can move freely in two directions; used as an input device to computers or to devices jr n a son who has the same first name as his father junior juarez n a city in northern Mexico on the Rio Grande opposite El Paso jubilant adj joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success exultant,exulting,rejoicing,triumphal,triumphant jubilant adj full of high-spirited delight elated,gleeful,joyful jubilation n a feeling of extreme joy jubilation n a joyful occasion for special festivities to mark some happy event celebration jubilation n the utterance of sounds expressing great joy rejoicing jubilee n a special anniversary (or the celebration of it) judah n (Old Testament) the fourth son of Jacob who was forebear of one of the tribes of Israel; one of his descendants was to be the Messiah judah n an ancient kingdom of southern Palestine with Jerusalem as its center judaism n Jews collectively who practice a religion based on the Torah and the Talmud judaism n the monotheistic religion of the Jews having its spiritual and ethical principles embodied chiefly in the Torah and in the Talmud judas n (New Testament) supposed brother of St. James; one of the Apostles who is invoked in prayer when a situation seems hopeless jude judas n (New Testament) the Apostle who betrayed Jesus to his enemies for 30 pieces of silver judas n someone who betrays under the guise of friendship judas n a one-way peephole in a door judder v shake or vibrate rapidly and intensively shake jude n (New Testament) supposed brother of St. James; one of the Apostles who is invoked in prayer when a situation seems hopeless judas jude n a New Testament book attributed to Saint Jude judea n the southern part of ancient Palestine succeeding the kingdom of Judah; a Roman province at the time of Christ judge n a public official authorized to decide questions brought before a court of justice justice,jurist judge n an authority who is able to estimate worth or quality judge v determine the result of (a competition) judge v form a critical opinion of evaluate judge v judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) estimate,gauge,approximate,guess judge v pronounce judgment on pronounce,label judgement n the legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision opinion,judgment judgement n an opinion formed by judging something judgment,mind judgement n the cognitive process of reaching a decision or drawing conclusions judgment,judging judgement n the mental ability to understand and discriminate between relations sagacity,judgment,discernment judges n a book of the Old Testament that tells the history of Israel under the leaders known as judges judgeship n the position of judge judging n the cognitive process of reaching a decision or drawing conclusions judgment,judgement judgment n an opinion formed by judging something judgement,mind judgment n the act of judging or assessing a person or situation or event judgement,assessment judgment n (law) the determination by a court of competent jurisdiction on matters submitted to it judgement judgment n the cognitive process of reaching a decision or drawing conclusions judgement,judging judgmental adj depending on judgment judicable adj capable of being judged or decided judicial adj decreed by or proceeding from a court of justice judicial adj belonging or appropriate to the office of a judge judicial adj relating to the administration of justice or the function of a judge judicial adj expressing careful judgment discriminative judicially adv as ordered by a court judicially adv in a judicial manner judiciary n persons who administer justice bench judiciary n the system of law courts that administer justice and constitute the judicial branch of government judicious adj marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters wise,heady judiciously adv in a judicious manner judith n Jewish heroine in one of the books of the Apocrypha; she saved her people by decapitating the Assyrian general Holofernes judith n an Apocryphal book telling how Judith saved her people judo n a sport adapted from jujitsu (using principles of not resisting) and similar to wrestling; developed in Japan jug n a large bottle with a narrow mouth jug n the quantity contained in a jug jug v lock up or confine, in or as in a jail imprison,incarcerate,lag,jail,gaol,remand jug v stew in an earthenware jug juggernaut n a massive inexorable force that seems to crush everything in its way steamroller juggernaut n an avatar of Vishnu juggernaut n a crude idol of Krishna juggle n the act of rearranging things to give a misleading impression juggling juggle n throwing and catching several objects simultaneously juggling juggle v influence by slyness beguile,hoodwink juggle v manipulate by or as if by moving around components juggle v deal with simultaneously juggle v throw, catch, and keep in the air several things simultaneously juggler n a performer who juggles objects and performs tricks of manual dexterity juggling n the act of rearranging things to give a misleading impression juggle juggling n throwing and catching several objects simultaneously juggle jugular n veins in the neck that return blood from the head jugular n a vital part that is vulnerable to attack jugular adj relating to or located in the region of the neck or throat juice n the liquid part that can be extracted from plant or animal tissue by squeezing or cooking juice n energetic vitality juice n electric current juice n any of several liquids of the body succus juicer n a person who drinks alcoholic beverages (especially to excess) drinker,toper juicer n a squeezer with a conical ridged center that is used for squeezing juice from citrus fruit reamer juicy adj full of juice juicy adj having strong sexual appeal luscious,toothsome,voluptuous,lush juicy adj lucrative fat juicy adj suggestive of sexual impropriety blue,naughty,racy,risque,spicy jujitsu n a method of self-defense without weapons that was developed in China and Japan; holds and blows are supplemented by clever use of the attack jujutsu juju n the power associated with a juju juju n a charm superstitiously believed to embody magical powers voodoo,hoodoo,fetish jujube n spiny tree having dark red edible fruits jujube n dark red plumlike fruit of Old World buckthorn trees jujube n chewy fruit-flavored jellied candy (sometimes medicated to soothe a sore throat) jujutsu n a method of self-defense without weapons that was developed in China and Japan; holds and blows are supplemented by clever use of the attack jujitsu juke n a small roadside establishment in the southeastern United States where you can eat and drink and dance to music provided by a jukebox juke n (football) a deceptive move made by a football player fake jukebox n a cabinet containing an automatic record player; records are played by inserting a coin nickelodeon julep n bourbon and sugar and mint over crushed ice julian n Roman Emperor and nephew of Constantine; he restored paganism as the official religion of the Roman Empire and destroyed Christian temples b julian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Julius Caesar julienne n a vegetable cut into thin strips (usually used as a garnish) julienne n a clear soup garnished with julienne vegetables julienne v cut into long thin strips july n the month following June and preceding August jumble n a confused multitude of things clutter,muddle,fuddle,welter,smother jumble n small flat ring-shaped cake or cookie jumble n a theory or argument made up of miscellaneous or incongruous ideas patchwork,hodgepodge jumble v be all mixed up or jumbled together mingle jumble v assemble without order or sense confuse jumble v bring into random order scramble jumbled adj in utter disorder disorderly jumbo adj of great mass; huge and bulky elephantine,gargantuan,giant jump n a sudden and decisive increase leap jump n an abrupt transition leap jump n (film) an abrupt transition from one scene to another jump n a sudden involuntary movement startle,start jump v move forward by leaps and bounds leap,bound,spring jump v move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm startle,start jump v make a sudden physical attack on jump v increase suddenly and significantly jumper n a person who jumps jumper n an athlete who competes at jumping jumper n a crocheted or knitted garment covering the upper part of the body sweater jumper n a coverall worn by children jumping n the act of participating in an athletic competition in which you must jump jumping n the act of jumping; propelling yourself off the ground jump jumpsuit n one-piece garment fashioned after a parachutist's uniform jumpy adj being in a tense state edgy,jittery,nervy,restive,uptight jumpy adj causing or characterized by jolts and irregular movements rough,rocky,bumpy,jolting junco n small North American finch seen chiefly in winter snowbird junction n the place where two or more things come together junction n the state of being joined together conjunction,conjugation junction n the shape or manner in which things come together and a connection is made articulation,join,joint,juncture junction n something that joins or connects conjunction juncture n an event that occurs at a critical time occasion juncture n a crisis situation or point in time when a critical decision must be made crossroads juncture n the shape or manner in which things come together and a connection is made articulation,join,joint,junction june n the month following May and preceding July jung n Swiss psychologist (1875-1961) jungle n a location marked by an intense competition and struggle for survival jungle n a place where hoboes camp jungle n an impenetrable equatorial forest junior n term of address for a disrespectful and annoying male junior n a third-year undergraduate junior n the younger of two persons junior n a son who has the same first name as his father jr junior adj younger; lower in rank; shorter in length of tenure or service senior junior adj used of the third or next to final year in United States high school or college junior adj including or intended for youthful persons juniper n desert shrub of Syria and Arabia having small white flowers; constitutes the juniper of the Old Testament; sometimes placed in genus Genista juniper n coniferous shrub or small tree with berrylike cones junk n the remains of something that has been destroyed or broken up debris,dust,rubble,detritus junk n any of various Chinese boats with a high poop and lugsails junk v dispose of (something useless or old) trash,scrap junker n member of the Prussian aristocracy noted especially for militarism junket n dessert made of sweetened milk coagulated with rennet junket n a journey taken for pleasure excursion,jaunt,outing,expedition,sashay junket n a trip taken by an official at public expense junket v go on a pleasure trip junket v provide a feast or banquet for feast,banquet junket v partake in a feast or banquet feast,banquet junkie n a narcotics addict junky junkie n someone who is so ardently devoted to something that it resembles an addiction addict,nut,freak,junky junky n a narcotics addict junkie junky n someone who is so ardently devoted to something that it resembles an addiction addict,nut,freak,junkie junkyard n a field where junk is collected and stored for resale juno n (Roman mythology) queen of the Olympian gods who protected marriage; wife and sister of Jupiter; counterpart of Greek Hera junta n a group of military officers who rule a country after seizing power jupiter n the largest planet and the 5th from the sun; has many satellites and is one of the brightest objects in the night sky jupiter n (Roman mythology) supreme god of Romans; counterpart of Greek Zeus jove jural adj of or relating to law or to legal rights and obligations jurassic n from 190 million to 135 million years ago; dinosaurs; conifers jurassic adj of or relating to or denoting the second period of the Mesozoic era jurisdiction n (law) the right and power to interpret and apply the law jurisdiction n in law; the territory within which power can be exercised jurisdictional adj restricted to the geographic area under a particular jurisdiction jurisprudence n the branch of philosophy concerned with the law and the principles that lead courts to make the decisions they do law jurisprudence n the collection of rules imposed by authority law jurisprudential adj relating to the science or philosophy of law or a system of laws jurist n a legal scholar versed in civil law or the law of nations jurist n a public official authorized to decide questions brought before a court of justice judge,justice juror n someone who serves (or waits to be called to serve) on a jury jury n a body of citizens sworn to give a true verdict according to the evidence presented in a court of law jury n a committee appointed to judge a competition panel just adj used especially of what is legally or ethically right or proper or fitting unjust just adj fair to all parties as dictated by reason and conscience equitable just adj free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules fair just adj of moral excellence good,upright just adv and nothing more merely,simply,only,but just adv indicating exactness or preciseness precisely,exactly,properly just adv only a moment ago just adv (used for emphasis) absolutely simply justice n the quality of being just or fair injustice justice n judgment involved in the determination of rights and the assignment of rewards and punishments justice n a public official authorized to decide questions brought before a court of justice judge,jurist justice n the United States federal department responsible for enforcing federal laws (including the enforcement of all civil rights legislation); cre justifiable adj capable of being justified justifiably adv with good reason unjustifiably justification n something (such as a fact or circumstance) that shows an action to be reasonable or necessary justification n a statement in explanation of some action or belief justification n the act of defending or explaining or making excuses for by reasoning justified adj having words so spaced that lines have straight even margins justify v show to be right by providing justification or proof vindicate justify v (used of God) declare innocent; absolve from the penalty of sin justify v adjust the spaces between words justly adv with honesty rightly unjustly justly adv in accordance with moral or social standards right jut n something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings bulge,bump,hump,swelling,prominence,protuberance,protrusion,extrusion jut n the act of projecting out from something protrusion,projection,jutting jut v extend out or project in space protrude,project jute n a plant fiber used in making rope or sacks jute n a member of a Germanic people who conquered England and merged with the Angles and Saxons to become Anglo-Saxons jutland n peninsula in northern Europe that forms the continental part of Denmark and a northern part of Germany jutland n an indecisive naval battle in World War I (1916); fought between the British and German fleets off the northwestern coast of Denmark jutting n the act of projecting out from something protrusion,projection,jut jutting adj extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary projected,projecting,protruding,relieved,sticking juvenile n a young person, not fully developed adult juvenile adj of or relating to or characteristic of or appropriate for children or young people juvenile adj displaying or suggesting a lack of maturity adolescent,jejune,puerile juxtapose v place side by side juxtaposed adj placed side by side often for comparison juxtaposition n the act of positioning close together (or side by side) collocation juxtaposition n a side-by-side position jynx n wrynecks k n the basic unit of thermodynamic temperature adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites kelvin k n a light soft silver-white metallic element of the alkali metal group; oxidizes rapidly in air and reacts violently with water; is abundant i potassium k n the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 thousand,m,g,grand,thou,yard k n a unit of information equal to 1000 bytes k adj denoting a quantity consisting of 1,000 items or units thousand,m ka n unknown god; an epithet of Prajapati and Brahma kaaba n (Islam) a black stone building in Mecca that is shaped like a cube and that is the most sacred Muslim pilgrim shrine; believed to have been kabbalah n an esoteric or occult matter resembling the Kabbalah that is traditionally secret kabbalah n an esoteric theosophy of rabbinical origin based on the Hebrew scriptures and developed between the 7th and 18th centuries kabul n the capital and largest city of Afghanistan; located in eastern Afghanistan kachina n a masked dancer during a Pueblo religious ceremony who is thought to embody some particular spirit kachina n a deified spirit of the Pueblo people kachina n a carved doll wearing the costume of a particular Pueblo spirit; usually presented to a child as a gift kafir n an offensive and insulting term for any Black African kafir n a member of the Kafir people in northeastern Afghanistan kafka n Czech novelist who wrote in German about a nightmarish world of isolated and troubled individuals (1883-1924) kafkaesque adj relating to or in the manner of Franz Kafka or his writings kafkaesque adj characterized by surreal distortion and a sense of impending danger kaftan n a woman's dress style that imitates the caftan cloaks worn by men in the Near East caftan kaftan n a (cotton or silk) cloak with full sleeves and sash reaching down to the ankles; worn by men in the Levant caftan kahn n United States architect (born in Estonia) (1901-1974) kail n a hardy cabbage with coarse curly leaves that do not form a head kale,cole kail n coarse curly-leafed cabbage kale,cole kaiser n the title of the Holy Roman Emperors or the emperors of Austria or of Germany until 1918 kalahari n a desert in southwestern Africa - largely Botswana kalashnikov n a type of submachine gun made in Russia kale n informal terms for money boodle,bread,cabbage,clams,dinero,dough,lettuce,lolly kale n a hardy cabbage with coarse curly leaves that do not form a head kail,cole kale n coarse curly-leafed cabbage kail,cole kaleidoscope n a complex pattern of constantly changing colors and shapes kaleidoscope n an optical toy in a tube; it produces symmetrical patterns as bits of colored glass are reflected by mirrors kali n bushy plant of Old World salt marshes and sea beaches having prickly leaves; burned to produce a crude soda ash saltwort kali n wife of Siva and malevolent form of Devi kama n Hindu god of love and erotic desire; opposite of Mara kamikaze n a fighter plane used for suicide missions by Japanese pilots in World War II kamikaze n a pilot trained and willing to cause a suicidal crash kampong n a native village in Malaysia kanawha n a tributary of the Ohio River in West Virginia kandahar n a city in southern Afghanistan; an important trading center kangaroo n any of several herbivorous leaping marsupials of Australia and New Guinea having large powerful hind legs and a long thick tail kannada n a Dravidian language spoken in southern India kansan n a native or resident of Kansas kansas n a state in midwestern United States kansas n a member of the Siouan people of the Kansas river valley in Kansas kansas n a river in northeastern Kansas; flows eastward to become a tributary of the Missouri River kansas n the Dhegiha dialect spoken by the Kansa kant n influential German idealist philosopher (1724-1804) kantian adj of or relating to Immanuel Kant or his philosophy kaolin n a fine usually white clay formed by the weathering of aluminous minerals (as feldspar); used in ceramics and as an absorbent and as a filler kaph n the 11th letter of the Hebrew alphabet kapok n a plant fiber from the kapok tree; used for stuffing and insulation kapok n massive tropical tree with deep ridges on its massive trunk and bearing large pods of seeds covered with silky floss; source of the silky ka kappa n the 10th letter of the Greek alphabet kaput adj destroyed or killed gone karachi n the largest city in Pakistan; located in southeastern Pakistan; an industrial center and seaport on the Arabian Sea; former capital of Pakis karaoke n singing popular songs accompanied by a recording of an orchestra (usually in bars or nightclubs) karat n the unit of measurement for the proportion of gold in an alloy; 18-karat gold is 75% gold; 24-karat gold is pure gold carat karate n a traditional Japanese system of unarmed combat; sharp blows and kicks are given to pressure-sensitive points on the body of the opponent karelia n a region in Finland and Russia between the Gulf of Finland and the White Sea karelian n a member of the Finnish people living in Karelia in northwestern European Russia karelian n a Finnic language spoken by the people of Karelia karen n the Tibeto-Burman language spoken in the Thailand and Burmese borderlands karma n (Hinduism and Buddhism) the effects of a person's actions that determine his destiny in his next incarnation karnataka n state in southern India; formerly Mysore karpov n Russian chess master who was world champion from 1975 until 1985 when he was defeated by Gary Kasparov (born in 1951) kasha n boiled or baked buckwheat kashmir n an area in southwestern Asia whose sovereignty is disputed between Pakistan and India cashmere kashmiri n a member of the people of Kashmir kashmiri n the official state language of Kashmir kashmiri adj of or relating to or characteristic of Kashmir or its people or culture kat n the leaves of the shrub Catha edulis which are chewed like tobacco or used to make tea; has the effect of a euphoric stimulant khat,quat,cat katar n an Arab country on the peninsula of Qatar; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1971; the economy is dominated by oil qatar katar n a peninsula extending northward from the Arabian mainland into the Persian Gulf qatar kathmandu n the capital and largest city of Nepal katydid n large green long-horned grasshopper of North America; males produce shrill sounds by rubbing together special organs on the forewings kauai n an island of Hawaii to the northwest of Oahu kaufman n United States playwright who collaborated with many other writers including Moss Hart (1889-1961) kaunas n a city in central Lithuania kayak n a small canoe consisting of a light frame made watertight with animal skins; used by Eskimos kayak v travel in a small canoe kayo n a blow that renders the opponent unconscious knockout,ko kayo v knock unconscious or senseless kazakhstan n a landlocked republic to the south of Russia and to the northeast of the Caspian Sea; the original Turkic-speaking inhabitants were overrun kazan n United States stage and screen director (born in Turkey) and believer in method acting (1909-2003) kazan n an industrial city in the European part of Russia kazoo n a toy wind instrument that has a membrane that makes a sound when you hum into the mouthpiece kea n large brownish-green New Zealand parrot kean n English actor noted for his portrayals of Shakespeare's great tragic characters (1789-1833) keaton n United States comedian and actor in silent films noted for his acrobatic skills and deadpan face (1895-1966) keats n Englishman and romantic poet (1795-1821) keb n Egyptian god of the earth; father of Osiris and Isis kebab n cubes of meat marinated and cooked on a skewer usually with vegetables keble n English clergyman who (with John Henry Newman and Edward Pusey) founded the Oxford movement (1792-1866) keel n a projection or ridge that suggests a keel keel n the median ridge on the breastbone of birds that fly keel n one of the main longitudinal beams (or plates) of the hull of a vessel; can extend vertically into the water to provide lateral stability keel v walk as if unable to control one's movements stagger,reel,lurch,swag,careen keeled adj having a ridge or shaped like a ridge or suggesting the keel of a ship ridged keelson n a longitudinal beam connected to the keel of ship to strengthen it keen n a funeral lament sung with loud wailing keen v express grief verbally lament keen adj having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions acute,discriminating,incisive,knifelike,penetrating,piercing,sharp keen adj intense or sharp exquisite keen adj very good bully,corking,cracking,dandy,great,groovy,neat,nifty keen adj painful as if caused by a sharp instrument cutting,knifelike,piercing,stabbing keenly adv in a keen or penetrating way acutely keep n the financial means whereby one lives support,livelihood,living,sustenance keep n the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress donjon,dungeon keep n a cell in a jail or prison hold keep v cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., `keep clean' maintain,hold keep v continue a certain state, condition, or activity continue,proceed keep v retain possession of lose keep v stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state prevent keeper n someone in charge of other people keeper n one having charge of buildings or grounds or animals custodian,steward keeping n conformity or harmony keeping n the responsibility of a guardian or keeper guardianship,safekeeping keeping n the act of retaining something retention,holding keepsake n something of sentimental value souvenir,token,relic keeshond n a spitz-like dog having a shaggy greyish coat and tightly curled tail originating in Holland keg n the quantity contained in a keg keg n small cask or barrel keister n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,bum,buns,can,fundament keller n United States lecturer and writer who was blind and deaf from the age of 19 months; Anne Sullivan taught her to read and write and speak; He kellogg n United States food manufacturer who (with his brother) developed a breakfast cereal of crisp flakes of rolled and toasted wheat and corn; he kelly n United States circus clown (1898-1979) kelly n United States film actress who retired when she married into the royal family of Monaco (1928-1982) kelly n United States dancer who performed in many musical films (1912-1996) kelp n large brown seaweeds having fluted leathery fronds kelt n a member of a European people who once occupied Britain and Spain and Gaul prior to Roman times celt kelter n in working order kilter kelvin n the basic unit of thermodynamic temperature adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites k kelvin n British physicist who invented the Kelvin scale of temperature and pioneered undersea telegraphy (1824-1907) kempt adj (of hair) neat and tidy tidy ken n range of what one can know or understand cognizance ken n the range of vision sight kenaf n fiber from an East Indian plant Hibiscus cannabinus kenaf n valuable fiber plant of East Indies now widespread in cultivation kendal n a green dye, often used to color cloth, which is obtained from the woad plant kendall n United States biochemist who discovered cortisone (1886-1972) kennedy n 35th President of the United States; established the Peace Corps; assassinated in Dallas (1917-1963) jfk kennedy n a large airport on Long Island to the east of New York City kennel n outbuilding that serves as a shelter for a dog doghouse kennel v put up in a kennel kennelly n United States electrical engineer noted for his work on the theory of alternating currents; independently of Oliver Heaviside he discovered kenning n conventional metaphoric name for something, used especially in Old English and Old Norse poetry keno n a game in which numbered balls are drawn at random and players cover the corresponding numbers on their cards lotto,bingo kenosis n the concept of emptying one's own will and receive God's will, in Catholicism kent n a county in southeastern England on the English Channel; formerly an Anglo-Saxon kingdom, it was the first to be colonized by the Romans kent n United States painter noted for his woodcuts (1882-1971) kentish n one of the major dialects of Old English kentish n a dialect of Middle English kentuckian n a native or resident of Kentucky kentucky n a state in east central United States; a border state during the American Civil War; famous for breeding race horses kenya n a republic in eastern Africa; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1963; major archeological discoveries have been made in the G kenyan n a native or inhabitant of Kenya kenyan adj of or relating to or characteristic of Kenya or its people kepler n German astronomer who first stated laws of planetary motion (1571-1630) kept adj (especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded unbroken keratin n a fibrous scleroprotein that occurs in the outer layer of the skin and in horny tissues such as hair, feathers, nails, and hooves keratoconus n abnormal cone-shaped protrusion of the cornea of the eye; can be treated by epikeratophakia keratotomy n surgical incision into the cornea kerb n an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter) curb,curbing kerchief n a square scarf that is folded into a triangle and worn over the head or about the neck kern n United States composer of musical comedies (1885-1945) kern n the part of a metal type that projects beyond its body kern v furnish with a kern kern kern v remove a portion of space between (adjacent letters) kern kernel n the inner and usually edible part of a seed or grain or nut or fruit stone meat kernel n a single whole grain of a cereal kernel n the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience substance,core,center,centre,essence,gist,heart,marrow kernite n a light soft mineral consisting of hydrated sodium borate in crystalline form; an important source of boron kerosene n a flammable hydrocarbon oil used as fuel in lamps and heaters kerouac n United States writer who was a leading figure of the beat generation (1922-1969) kerygma n preaching the gospel of Christ in the manner of the early church kestrel n small North American falcon kestrel n small Old World falcon that hovers in the air against a wind ketamine n a general anesthetic and tranquilizer (not a barbiturate) that is administered intravenously or intramuscularly; used mainly by veterinarian ketch n a sailing vessel with two masts; the mizzen is forward of the rudderpost ketchup n thick spicy sauce made from tomatoes catsup ketone n any of a class of organic compounds having a carbonyl group linked to a carbon atom in each of two hydrocarbon radicals kettering n United States electrical engineer who made numerous automotive improvements (including the electric starter) (1876-1958) kettle n a metal pot for stewing or boiling; usually has a lid boiler kettle n the quantity a kettle will hold kettle n (geology) a hollow (typically filled by a lake) that results from the melting of a mass of ice trapped in glacial deposits kettle n a large hemispherical brass or copper percussion instrument with a drumhead that can be tuned by adjusting the tension on it tympanum,timpani key n metal device shaped in such a way that when it is inserted into the appropriate lock the lock's mechanism can be rotated key n something crucial for explaining key n pitch of the voice key n any of 24 major or minor diatonic scales that provide the tonal framework for a piece of music tonality key v identify as in botany or biology, for example identify,discover,distinguish,describe,name key v provide with a key key v vandalize a car by scratching the sides with a key key v regulate the musical pitch of key adj serving as an essential component cardinal,central,fundamental,primal keyboard n device consisting of a set of keys on a piano or organ or typewriter or typesetting machine or computer or the like keyboard n holder consisting of an arrangement of hooks on which keys or locks can be hung keyed adj fitted with or secured by a key keyless keyed adj set to a key or tone keyhole n the hole where a key is inserted keyless adj lacking or not requiring a key keyed keynes n English economist who advocated the use of government monetary and fiscal policy to maintain full employment without inflation (1883-1946) keynesian n a follower of the economic theories of John Maynard Keynes keynesian adj of or relating to John Maynard Keynes or to his economic theories keynote n the principal theme in a speech or literary work keynote n a fundamental or central idea keynote n (music) the first note of a diatonic scale tonic keynote v set the keynote of keynote v give the keynote address to (an audience) keypad n a keyboard that is a data input device for computers; arrangement of keys is modelled after the typewriter keyboard keystone n a central cohesive source of support and stability anchor,mainstay,backbone,linchpin keystone n the central building block at the top of an arch or vault key,headstone kgb n formerly the predominant security police organization of Soviet Russia khaki n a sturdy twilled cloth of a yellowish brown color used especially for military uniforms khaki adj of a yellowish brown color khakis n a military uniform made of khaki fabric khalsa n the group of initiated Sikhs to which devout orthodox Sikhs are ritually admitted at puberty; founded by the tenth and last Guru in 1699 khan n a title given to rulers or other important people in Asian countries khan n an inn in some eastern countries with a large courtyard that provides accommodation for caravans khanate n the realm of a khan khanate n the position of a khan kharkov n a city in northeastern Ukraine; former capital of the Ukraine khartoum n the capital of Sudan located at the confluence of the Blue Nile and White Nile khat n the leaves of the shrub Catha edulis which are chewed like tobacco or used to make tea; has the effect of a euphoric stimulant kat,quat,cat khedive n one of the Turkish viceroys who ruled Egypt between 1867 and 1914 khmer n the Mon-Khmer language spoken in Cambodia khmer n a native or inhabitant of Cambodia khomeini n Iranian religious leader of the Shiites; when Shah Pahlavi's regime fell Khomeini established a new constitution giving himself supreme powe khrushchev n Soviet statesman and premier who denounced Stalin (1894-1971) ki n the circulating life energy that in Chinese philosophy is thought to be inherent in all things; in traditional Chinese medicine the balance qi,chi ki n goddess personifying earth; counterpart of Akkadian Aruru kiang n wild ass of Tibet and Mongolia kibble n coarsely ground grain in the form of pellets (as for pet food) kibble n an iron bucket used for hoisting in wells or mining kibbutz n a collective farm or settlement owned by its members in modern Israel; children are reared collectively kibe n ulcerated chilblain on the heel kibitzer n (Yiddish) a meddler who offers unwanted advice to others kick n the act of delivering a blow with the foot boot,kicking kick n the swift release of a store of affective force bang,boot,charge,rush,flush,thrill kick n the backward jerk of a gun when it is fired recoil kick n informal terms for objecting gripe,beef,bitch,squawk kick v drive or propel with the foot kick v thrash about or strike out with the feet kick v strike with the foot kick v kick a leg up kickback n a commercial bribe paid by a seller to a purchasing agent in order to induce the agent to enter into the transaction kicker n a player who kicks the football kicking n a rhythmic thrusting movement of the legs as in swimming or calisthenics kick kicking n the act of delivering a blow with the foot kick,boot kickoff n (football) a kick from the center of the field to start a football game or to resume it after a score kickoff n the time at which something is supposed to begin beginning,commencement,first,outset,start,showtime,offset kickoff n a start given to contestants kickshaw n something considered choice to eat dainty,delicacy,goody,treat kickstand n a swiveling metal rod attached to a bicycle or motorcycle or other two-wheeled vehicle; the rod lies horizontally when not in use but can be kid n a young person of either sex child,youngster,minor,shaver,nipper,tyke,fry,nestling kid n soft smooth leather from the hide of a young goat kid n English dramatist (1558-1594) kid n a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age child kid v tell false information to for fun kid v be silly or tease one another chaff,jolly,josh,banter kidd n Scottish sea captain who was hired to protect British shipping in the Indian Ocean and then was accused of piracy and hanged (1645-1701) kiddie n informal term for a young child kiddy kiddy n informal term for a young child kiddie kidnap v take away to an undisclosed location against their will and usually in order to extract a ransom abduct,snatch kidnapper n someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom) abductor,snatcher kidnapping n (law) the unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonment snatch kidney n either of two bean-shaped excretory organs that filter wastes (especially urea) from the blood and excrete them and water in urine kierkegaard n Danish philosopher who is generally considered. along with Nietzsche, to be a founder of existentialism (1813-1855) kiev n capital and largest city of the Ukraine; a major manufacturing and transportation center kiley n an Australian boomerang; one side flat and the other convex kylie kilimanjaro n the highest peak in Africa; located in northeastern Tanzania; 19,340 feet high kill n the act of terminating a life killing kill n the destruction of an enemy plane or ship or tank or missile kill n the body of an animal, or bodies of animals, killed by a person or another animal kill v cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly kill v thwart the passage of defeat kill v end or extinguish by forceful means kill v be fatal killable adj fit to kill, especially for food killdeer n American plover of inland waters and fields having a distinctive cry killer n someone who causes the death of a person or animal slayer killer n the causal agent resulting in death killer n a difficulty that is hard to deal with killer n predatory black-and-white toothed whale with large dorsal fin; common in cold seas orca killifish n small mostly marine warm-water carp-like schooling fishes; used as bait or aquarium fishes or in mosquito control killing n an event that causes someone to die killing n the act of terminating a life kill killing n a very large profit cleanup killing adj very funny killjoy n someone who spoils the pleasure of others spoilsport kiln n a furnace for firing or burning or drying such things as porcelain or bricks kilo n one thousand grams; the basic unit of mass adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites kilogram kilogram n one thousand grams; the basic unit of mass adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites kilo kilometer n a metric unit of length equal to 1000 meters (or 0.621371 miles) kilometre kilometre n a metric unit of length equal to 1000 meters (or 0.621371 miles) kilometer kiloton n one thousand tons kiloton n a measure of explosive power (of an atomic weapon) equal to that of 1000 tons of TNT kilowatt n a unit of power equal to 1000 watts kilroy n a nonexistent person popularized by American servicemen during World War II kilt n a knee-length pleated tartan skirt worn by men as part of the traditional dress in the Highlands of northern Scotland kilter n in working order kelter kimberley n city in central South Africa; center for diamond mining and diamond marketing kimono n a loose robe; imitated from robes originally worn by Japanese kin n a person having kinship with another or others family kin n group of people related by blood or marriage kindred,clan,tribe kin adj related by blood akin,cognate kinase n an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of a proenzyme to an active enzyme kind n a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality sort,form,variety kind adj having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior unkind kind adj agreeable, conducive to comfort genial kind adj tolerant and forgiving under provocation tolerant kinda adv to some (great or small) extent rather kindergarten n a preschool for children age 4 to 6 to prepare them for primary school kindergartner n a child who attends a preschool or kindergarten preschooler kindle v catch fire inflame kindle v cause to start burning inflame kindle v call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) arouse,elicit,evoke,fire,raise,provoke kindled adj set afire ignited kindling n material for starting a fire tinder,touchwood,spunk,punk kindling n the act of setting something on fire ignition,firing,lighting,inflammation kindly adj showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity charitable,benevolent,sympathetic kindly adj pleasant and agreeable kindly adv in a kind manner or out of kindness kindness n the quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic unkindness kindness n tendency to be kind and forgiving kindness n a kind act kindred n group of people related by blood or marriage kin,clan,tribe kindred adj similar in quality or character akin kindred adj related by blood or marriage kine n domesticated bovine animals as a group regardless of sex or age cattle,cows,oxen kinesiology n the branch of physiology that studies the mechanics and anatomy in relation to human movement kinesthetic adj of or relating to kinesthesis kinetic adj relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces associated therewith kinetic adj characterized by motion kinetic adj supplying motive force energizing kinetics n the branch of mechanics concerned with the forces that cause motions of bodies dynamics king n a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom rex queen king n a competitor who holds a preeminent position queen king n a very wealthy or powerful businessman baron,magnate,mogul,power,tycoon king n preeminence in a particular category or group or field kingbird n large American flycatcher kingcup n swamp plant of Europe and North America having bright yellow flowers resembling buttercups cowslip kingcup n any of various plants of the genus Ranunculus buttercup kingdom n a domain in which something is dominant land,realm kingdom n a country with a king as head of state kingdom n the domain ruled by a king or queen realm kingdom n a monarchy with a king or queen as head of state kingfisher n nonpasserine large-headed bird with a short tail and long sharp bill; usually crested and bright-colored; feed mostly on fish kingly adj having the rank of or resembling or befitting a king kingmaker n English statesman; during the War of the Roses he fought first for the house of York and secured the throne for Edward IV and then changed s warwick kingmaker n an important person who can bring leaders to power through the exercise of political influence kingpin n the most important person in a group or undertaking bigwig kingpin n bolt that provides a steering joint in a motor vehicle kingpin n the front bowling pin in the triangular arrangement of ten pins kingship n the dignity or rank or position of a king kingston n a town on the Hudson River in New York kingston n a town in southeast Ontario on Lake Ontario near the head of the Saint Lawrence River kingston n capital and largest city of Jamaica kink n a painful muscle spasm especially in the neck or back (`rick' and `wrick' are British) crick,rick kink n a sharp bend in a line produced when a line having a loop is pulled tight twist,twirl kink n a person with unusual sexual tastes kink n an eccentric idea kink v curl tightly crimp,crape,frizzle,frizz kink v form a curl, curve, or kink curl,curve kinky adj (used of sexual behavior) showing or appealing to bizarre or deviant tastes perverted kinky adj (of hair) in small tight curls crisp,frizzy,nappy kinky adj (informal) strikingly unconventional offbeat,quirky kinsey n United States zoologist best known for his interview studies of sexual behavior (1894-1956) kinship n a close connection marked by community of interests or similarity in nature or character affinity kinship n (anthropology) relatedness or connection by blood or marriage or adoption relationship kinsman n a male relative kiosk n small area set off by walls for special use booth,cubicle,stall kiowa n a member of a Tanoan people living in the southwestern United States kiowa n the Tanoan language spoken by the Kiowa kip n sleep kip n the basic unit of money in Laos kip n a gymnastic exercise performed starting from a position with the legs over the upper body and moving to an erect position by arching the bac upstart kip v be asleep sleep,slumber kipling n English author of novels and poetry who was born in India (1865-1936) kipper n salted and smoked herring kirk n a Scottish church kirpan n a ceremonial four-inch curved dagger that Sikh men and women are obliged to wear at all times kirsch n from fermented juice of black morello cherries kirtle n a garment resembling a tunic that was worn by men in the Middle Ages kirtle n a long dress worn by women kishke n (Judaism) roasted fowl intestines with a seasoned filling of matzo meal and suet kismet n (Islam) the will of Allah kiss n the act of caressing with the lips (or an instance thereof) buss kiss n a cookie made of egg whites and sugar kiss n any of several bite-sized candies kiss n a light glancing touch kiss v touch with the lips or press the lips (against someone's mouth or other body part) as an expression of love, greeting, etc. snog,buss,osculate kiss v touch lightly or gently kisser n someone who kisses kisser n the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British) countenance,visage,mug kissing n affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs) caressing,cuddling,fondling,hugging,petting kissinger n United States diplomat who served under President Nixon and President Ford (born in 1923) kit n a case for containing a set of articles kit n gear consisting of a set of articles or tools for a specified purpose outfit kit n young of any of various fur-bearing animals kit v supply with a set of articles or tools kitbag n a knapsack (usually for a soldier) kitchen n a room equipped for preparing meals kitchener n British field marshal (1850-1916) kitchenette n small kitchen kitchenware n hardware utensils for use in a kitchen kite n a bank check that has been fraudulently altered to increase its face value kite n a bank check drawn on insufficient funds at another bank in order to take advantage of the float kite n plaything consisting of a light frame covered with tissue paper; flown in wind at end of a string kite n any of several small graceful hawks of the family Accipitridae having long pointed wings and feeding on insects and small animals kite v increase the amount (of a check) fraudulently kite v get credit or money by using a bad check kite v soar or fly like a kite kite v fly a kite kith n your friends and acquaintances kitsch n excessively garish or sentimental art; usually considered in bad taste kitten n young domestic cat kitty kitten v give birth to kittens kittiwake n small pearl-grey gull of northern regions; nests on cliffs and has a rudimentary hind toe kitty n the combined stakes of the betters pool kitty n the cumulative amount involved in a game (such as poker) pot,jackpot kitty n young domestic cat kitten kitty n informal terms referring to a domestic cat puss,pussy,pussycat kiwi n climbing vine native to China; cultivated in New Zealand for its fuzzy edible fruit with green meat kiwi n a native or inhabitant of New Zealand kiwi n fuzzy brown egg-shaped fruit with slightly tart green flesh kiwi n nocturnal flightless bird of New Zealand having a long neck and stout legs; only surviving representative of the order Apterygiformes kkk n a secret society of white Southerners in the United States; was formed in the 19th century to resist the emancipation of slaves; used terror klan klamath n a river flowing southwest from Oregon through northern California to the Pacific Ocean klan n a secret society of white Southerners in the United States; was formed in the 19th century to resist the emancipation of slaves; used terror kkk klansman n a member of the Ku Klux Klan klaxon n a kind of loud horn formerly used on motor vehicles kleenex n a piece of soft absorbent paper (usually two or more thin layers) used as a disposable handkerchief klein n German mathematician who created the Klein bottle (1849-1925) klein n United States psychoanalyst (born in Austria) who was the first to specialize in the psychoanalysis of small children (1882-1960) klein n United States fashion designer noted for understated fashions (born in 1942) kleist n German dramatist whose works concern people torn between reason and emotion (1777-1811) kleptomaniac n someone with an irrational urge to steal in the absence of an economic motive kline n United States abstract expressionist painter (1910-1962) klondike n a region in northwestern Canada where gold was discovered in 1896 but exhausted by 1910 klondike n a form of solitaire that begins with seven piles of cards with the top cards facing up; descending sequences of cards of alternating colors kludge n a badly assembled collection of parts hastily assembled to serve some particular purpose (often used to refer to computing systems or softwa klutz n (Yiddish) a clumsy dolt knack n a special way of doing something bent,hang knacker n someone who buys old buildings or ships and breaks them up to recover the materials in them knacker n someone who buys up old horses for slaughter knackered adj very tired drained knap v strike sharply rap knap v break a small piece off from chip knapsack n a bag carried by a strap on your back or shoulder backpack,rucksack knave n a deceitful and unreliable scoundrel rogue,rascal knave n one of four face cards in a deck bearing a picture of a young prince jack knead v make uniform work knead v manually manipulate (someone's body), usually for medicinal or relaxation purposes massage knee n hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella knee n joint between the femur and tibia in a quadruped; corresponds to the human knee stifle knee n the part of a trouser leg that provides the cloth covering for the knee kneecap n a small flat triangular bone in front of the knee that protects the knee joint patella kneecap v shoot in the kneecap, often done by terrorist groups as a warning kneel n supporting yourself on your knees kneeling kneel v rest one's weight on one's knees kneeling n supporting yourself on your knees kneel knell n the sound of a bell rung slowly to announce a death or a funeral or the end of something knell v ring as in announcing death knell v make (bells) ring, often for the purposes of musical edification ring knesset n the Israeli unicameral parliament knickerbockers n (used in the plural) trousers ending above the knee breeches,knickers knickers n (used in the plural) trousers ending above the knee breeches,knickerbockers knickers n (used in the plural) underpants worn by women bloomers,pants,drawers knickknack n a small inexpensive mass-produced article novelty knickknack n miscellaneous curios whatnot knife n edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle knife n a weapon with a handle and blade with a sharp point knife n any long thin projection that is transient tongue knife v use a knife on stab knifelike adj cutting or able to cut as if with a knife knifelike adj having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions acute,discriminating,incisive,keen,penetrating,piercing,sharp knifelike adj painful as if caused by a sharp instrument cutting,keen,piercing,stabbing knifelike adj having a sharp or distinct edge knight n originally a person of noble birth trained to arms and chivalry; today in Great Britain a person honored by the sovereign for personal merit knight n a chessman shaped to resemble the head of a horse; can move two squares horizontally and one vertically (or vice versa) horse knight v raise (someone) to knighthood dub knighthood n aristocrats holding the rank of knight knightly adj characteristic of the time of chivalry and knighthood in the Middle Ages medieval knightly adj being attentive to women like an ideal knight gallant knish n (Yiddish) a baked or fried turnover filled with potato or meat or cheese; often eaten as a snack knit n a fabric made by knitting knit n a basic knitting stitch made by putting the needle through the front of the stitch from the lefthand side plain knit n needlework created by interlacing yarn in a series of connected loops using straight eyeless needles or by machine knitting knit v make (textiles) by knitting knit v tie or link together entwine knit v to gather something into small wrinkles or folds pucker,rumple,cockle,crumple knitted adj made by intertwining threads in a series of connected loops rather than by weaving knitter n someone who makes garments (or fabrics) by intertwining yarn or thread knitting n needlework created by interlacing yarn in a series of connected loops using straight eyeless needles or by machine knit knitting n creating knitted wear knitwear n knitted clothing knob n a circular rounded projection or protuberance boss knob n a round handle knob n any thickened enlargement node,thickening knob n an ornament in the shape of a ball on the hilt of a sword or dagger pommel knobby adj having knobs knock n the sound of knocking (as on a door or in an engine or bearing) knocking knock n negative criticism roast knock n a vigorous blow bash,bang,smash,belt knock n a bad experience knock v deliver a sharp blow or push knock v rap with the knuckles knock v knock against with force or violence bump knock v make light, repeated taps on a surface tap,rap,pink knockabout n a sloop with a simplified rig and no bowsprit knockabout adj full of rough and exuberant animal spirits boisterous knockabout adj suitable for rough use knockdown n a blow that knocks the opponent off his feet knockdown adj (furniture) easily assembled and dismantled knocker n (Yiddish) a big shot who knows it and acts that way; a boastful immoderate person knocker n a person who knocks (as seeking to gain admittance) knocker n one who disparages or belittles the worth of something detractor knocker n either of two soft fleshy milk-secreting glandular organs on the chest of a woman breast,bosom,boob,tit,titty knocking n the sound of knocking (as on a door or in an engine or bearing) knock knockoff n an unauthorized copy or imitation clone knockout n a very attractive or seductive looking woman smasher,stunner,beauty,sweetheart,peach,lulu,looker,dish knockout n a blow that renders the opponent unconscious ko,kayo knockout adj very strong or vigorous hard,severe knoll n a small natural hill mound,hillock,hummock,hammock knossos n an ancient town on Crete where Bronze Age culture flourished from about 2000 BC to 1400 BC knot n a tight cluster of people or things knot n any of various fastenings formed by looping and tying a rope (or cord) upon itself or to another rope or to another object knot n a hard cross-grained round piece of wood in a board where a branch emerged knot n (of ships and wind) a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour or about 1.15 statute miles per hour knot v make into knots; make knots out of knot v tie or fasten into a knot knot v tangle or complicate ravel,tangle knotted adj tied with a knot knotted adj used of old persons or old trees; covered with knobs or knots gnarled,gnarly,knotty knotty adj making great mental demands; hard to comprehend or solve or believe baffling,elusive,problematic,problematical,tough knotty adj used of old persons or old trees; covered with knobs or knots gnarled,gnarly,knotted knotty adj highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious byzantine,convoluted,involved,tangled,tortuous knotty adj tangled in knots or snarls snarled knout n a whip with a lash of leather thongs twisted with wire; used for flogging prisoners know n the fact of being aware of information that is known to few people know v be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about ignore know v know how to do or perform something know v be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt know v be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object knower n a person who knows or apprehends knowing n a clear and certain mental apprehension knowing adj evidencing the possession of inside information wise knowing adj characterized by conscious design or purpose intentional,deliberate knowing adj alert and fully informed knowledgeable knowing adj highly educated; having extensive information or understanding knowledgeable,learned,lettered knowingly adv with full knowledge and deliberation wittingly unknowingly knowledge n the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning cognition knowledgeable adj highly educated; having extensive information or understanding knowing,learned,lettered knowledgeable adj alert and fully informed knowing knowledgeable adj thoroughly acquainted through study or experience intimate,versed known adj apprehended with certainty unknown knox n Scottish theologian who founded Presbyterianism in Scotland and wrote a history of the Reformation in Scotland (1514-1572) knoxville n a city in eastern Tennessee on the Tennessee River knuckle n a joint of a finger when the fist is closed knuckle v press or rub with the knuckles knuckle v shoot a marble while keeping one's knuckles on the ground knucklehead n a stupid person; these words are used to express a low opinion of someone's intelligence dunce,blockhead,bonehead,loggerhead,shithead,dumbass,fuckhead knuckles n (used in the plural) a small metal weapon; worn over the knuckles on the back of the hand knucks knucks n (used in the plural) a small metal weapon; worn over the knuckles on the back of the hand knuckles knut n king of Denmark and Norway who forced Edmund II to divide England with him; on the death of Edmund II, Canute became king of all England (99 canute ko n a blow that renders the opponent unconscious knockout,kayo koala n sluggish tailless Australian arboreal marsupial with grey furry ears and coat; feeds on eucalyptus leaves and bark kob n an orange-brown antelope of southeast Africa kobe n a port city in Japan on Osaka Bay in southern Honshu; was damaged by an earthquake in 1995 kobus n African antelopes: waterbucks koch n German bacteriologist who isolated the anthrax bacillus and the tubercle bacillus and the cholera bacillus (1843-1910) kodiak n an island off southern Alaska in the Gulf of Alaska; site of the first European settlement in the area which was founded by the Russians in kodiak n brown bear of coastal Alaska and British Columbia kohl n a cosmetic preparation used by women in Egypt and Arabia to darken the edges of their eyelids kohlrabi n plant cultivated for its enlarged fleshy turnip-shaped edible stem kohlrabi n fleshy turnip-shaped edible stem of the kohlrabi plant kola n tree bearing large brown nuts containing e.g. caffeine; source of cola extract kola n a Chadic language spoken south of Lake Chad kolkata n the largest city in India and one of the largest cities in the world; located in eastern India; suffers from poverty and overcrowding calcutta kolkhoz n a collective farm owned by the communist state komi n a member of a Finnish people living in the northwestern Urals in Russia komi n the Finnic language spoken by the Komi kook n someone regarded as eccentric or crazy and standing out from a group kooky adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,bats,batty,bonkers,buggy,cracked,crackers koran n the sacred writings of Islam revealed by God to the prophet Muhammad during his life at Mecca and Medina book koranic adj of or related to the sacred texts of Islam korea n an Asian peninsula (off Manchuria) separating the Yellow Sea and the Sea of Japan; the Korean name is Dae-Han-Min-Gook or Han-Gook korean n a native or inhabitant of Korea who speaks the Korean language korean n the Altaic language spoken by Koreans korean adj of or relating to or characteristic of Korea or its people or language koruna n the basic unit of money in Slovakia koruna n the basic unit of money in Czech Republic kos n (in India) a unit of length having different values in different localities coss kosher n food that fulfills the requirements of Jewish dietary law kosher adj conforming to dietary laws cosher kosher adj proper or legitimate kosovo n a Serbian province in southern Serbia and Montenegro populated predominantly by Albanians koto n Japanese stringed instrument that resembles a zither; has a rectangular wooden sounding board and usually 13 silk strings that are plucked w kowtow n a former Chinese custom of touching the ground with the forehead as a sign of respect or submission kowtow v bend the knees and bow in a servile manner scrape kowtow v try to gain favor by cringing or flattering fawn,toady,truckle,bootlick kraal n a village of huts for native Africans in southern Africa; usually surrounded by a stockade kraal n a pen for livestock in southern Africa kraft n strong wrapping paper made from pulp processed with a sulfur solution krakatoa n a small volcanic island in Indonesia between Java and Sumatra; its violent eruption in 1883 was the greatest in recorded history krakow n an industrial city in southern Poland on the Vistula cracow kraut n offensive term for a person of German descent boche,jerry,hun krebs n English biochemist (born in Germany) who discovered the Krebs cycle (1900-1981) kremlin n citadel of Moscow, housing the offices of the Russian government kremlin n citadel of a Russian town krill n shrimp-like planktonic crustaceans; major source of food for e.g. baleen whales kris n a Malayan dagger with a wavy blade crease krishna n 8th and most important avatar of Vishnu; incarnated as a handsome young man playing a flute krona n the basic unit of money in Sweden krona n the basic unit of money in Iceland krone n the basic unit of money in Norway krone n the basic unit of money in Denmark kroon n the basic unit of money in Estonia kruger n Boer statesman (1825-1904) krupp n German arms manufacturer and son of Friedrich Krupp; his firm provided ordnance for German armies from the 1840s through World War II (1812- krupp n German industrialist who manufactured steel in Essen (1787-1826) krypton n a colorless element that is one of the six inert gasses; occurs in trace amounts in air kubrick n United States filmmaker (born in 1928) kudos n an expression of approval and commendation praise,congratulations kudzu n fast-growing vine from eastern Asia having tuberous starchy roots and hairy trifoliate leaves and racemes of purple flowers followed by long kumquat n any of several trees or shrubs of the genus Fortunella bearing small orange-colored edible fruits with thick sweet-flavored skin and sour pu kumquat n small oval citrus fruit with thin sweet rind and very acid pulp kuomintang n the political party founded in 1911 by Sun Yat-sen; it governed China under Chiang Kai-shek from 1928 until 1949 when the Communists took po guomindang kurd n a member of a largely pastoral Islamic people who live in Kurdistan; the largest ethnic group without their own state kurdish n an Iranian language spoken in Turkey and Iran and Iraq and Syria and Russia kurdish adj of or relating to Kurdistan or the Kurds or their language and culture kurdistan n an extensive geographical region in the Middle East to the south of the Caucasus kurdistan n an oriental rug woven by Kurds that is noted for fine colors and durability kurosawa n Japanese filmmaker noted for blending Japanese folklore with western styles of acting (1910-1998) kursk n a city of southwestern Russia kuwait n a seaport on the Persian Gulf and capital of Kuwait kuwait n an Arab kingdom in Asia on the northwestern coast of the Persian Gulf; a major source of petroleum kvass n fermented beverage resembling beer but made from rye or barley kwai n the basic unit of money in China yuan kwangchow n a city on the Zhu Jiang delta in southern China; the capital of Guangdong province and a major deep-water port guangzhou,canton kwangtung n a province in southern China guangdong kwanzaa n a festival featuring African-American culture; celebrated between Christmas and New Year kyat n the basic unit of money in Myanmar kylie n an Australian boomerang; one side flat and the other convex kiley kyoto n a city in central Japan on southern Honshu; a famous cultural center that was once the capital of Japan kyushu n the southernmost of the four main islands of Japan; contains coal fields l n a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic liter,litre l n the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five fifty l n a cgs unit of illumination equal to the brightness of a perfectly diffusing surface that emits or reflects one lumen per square centimeter lambert l n the 12th letter of the Roman alphabet l adj being ten more than forty fifty l'enfant n United States architect (born in France) who laid out the city plan for Washington (1754-1825) la n a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth lanthanum la n a state in southern United States on the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War louisiana la n the syllable naming the sixth (submediant) note of a major or minor scale in solmization lah lab n a workplace for the conduct of scientific research laboratory laban n Hungarian choreographer who developed Labanotation (1879-1958) label n a brief description given for purposes of identification label n trade name of a company that produces musical recordings label n a radioactive isotope that is used in a compound in order to trace the mechanism of a chemical reaction label n an identifying or descriptive marker that is attached to an object label v assign a label to; designate with a label label v attach a tag or label to tag,mark label v pronounce judgment on pronounce,judge label v distinguish (as a compound or molecule) by introducing a labeled atom labeled adj bearing or marked with a label or tag labelled,tagged unlabeled labelled adj bearing or marked with a label or tag labeled,tagged labial n a consonant whose articulation involves movement of the lips labial adj of or relating to the lips of the mouth labial adj relating to or near the female labium labor n a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages labour,proletariat labor n productive work (especially physical work done for wages) labour,toil labor n concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child labour,confinement,travail,childbed labor n an organized attempt by workers to improve their status by united action (particularly via labor unions) or the leaders of this movement labor v strive and make an effort to reach a goal tug,labour,push,drive labor v work hard labour,toil,travail,grind,drudge,dig,moil labor v undergo the efforts of childbirth labour laboratory n a workplace for the conduct of scientific research lab laboratory n a region resembling a laboratory inasmuch as it offers opportunities for observation and practice and experimentation labored adj lacking natural ease laboured,strained labored adj requiring or showing effort heavy,laboured laborer n someone who works with their hands; someone engaged in manual labor jack laboring adj doing arduous or unpleasant work toiling laborious adj characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort arduous,backbreaking,grueling,gruelling,hard,heavy,punishing laboriously adv in a laborious manner labour n a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages labor,proletariat labour n concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child labor,confinement,travail,childbed labour n a political party formed in Great Britain in 1900; characterized by the promotion of labor's interests and formerly the socialization of key labor labour n productive work (especially physical work done for wages) labor,toil labour v work hard labor,toil,travail,grind,drudge,dig,moil labour v strive and make an effort to reach a goal tug,labor,push,drive labour v undergo the efforts of childbirth labor laboured adj lacking natural ease labored,strained laboured adj requiring or showing effort heavy,labored labrador n the mainland part of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador in the eastern part of the large Labrador-Ungava Peninsula in northeastern Ca laburnum n flowering shrubs or trees having bright yellow flowers; all parts of the plant are poisonous labyrinth n complex system of paths or tunnels in which it is easy to get lost maze labyrinth n a complex system of interconnecting cavities; concerned with hearing and equilibrium labyrinthian adj resembling a labyrinth in form or complexity labyrinthine labyrinthine adj relating to or affecting or originating in the inner ear labyrinthine adj resembling a labyrinth in form or complexity labyrinthian lac n resinlike substance secreted by certain lac insects; used in e.g. varnishes and sealing wax lace n a cord that is drawn through eyelets or around hooks in order to draw together two edges (as of a shoe or garment) lacing lace n a delicate decorative fabric woven in an open web of symmetrical patterns lace v spin, wind, or twist together intertwine,twine,entwine,interlace lace v make by braiding or interlacing braid,plait lace v do lacework lace v draw through eyes or holes laced adj closed with a lace tied laced adj edged or streaked with color lacer n a workman who laces shoes or footballs or books (during binding) lacerate v cut or tear irregularly lacerate v deeply hurt the feelings of; distress lacerate adj irregularly slashed and jagged as if torn lacerated lacerate adj having edges that are jagged from injury lacerated,mangled,torn lacerated adj irregularly slashed and jagged as if torn lacerate lacerated adj having edges that are jagged from injury lacerate,mangled,torn laceration n a torn ragged wound laceration n the act of lacerating lacewing n any of two families of insects with gauzy wings (Chrysopidae and Hemerobiidae); larvae feed on insect pests such as aphids lachrymal adj of or relating to tears lacrimal lachrymal adj relating to or located near the organ that produces tears lacrimal lachrymose adj showing sorrow dolorous,tearful,weeping lacing n a small amount of liquor added to a food or beverage lacing n a cord that is drawn through eyelets or around hooks in order to draw together two edges (as of a shoe or garment) lace lacing n the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows beating,thrashing,licking,drubbing,trouncing,whacking lack n the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable deficiency,want lack v be without miss lackadaisical adj lacking spirit or liveliness dreamy,languid,languorous lackadaisical adj idle or indolent especially in a dreamy way lackey n a male servant (especially a footman) lackey n a person who tries to please someone in order to gain a personal advantage sycophant,toady,crawler lacking adj inadequate in amount or degree deficient,wanting lacking adj nonexistent absent,missing,wanting lackluster adj lacking brilliance or vitality lusterless lackluster adj lacking luster or shine lusterless laconic adj brief and to the point; effectively cut short crisp,curt,terse lacquer n a black resinous substance obtained from certain trees and used as a natural varnish lacquer n a hard glossy coating lacquer v coat with lacquer lacrimal adj of or relating to tears lachrymal lacrimal adj relating to or located near the organ that produces tears lachrymal lacrosse n a game invented by American Indians; now played by two teams who use long-handled rackets to catch and carry and throw the ball toward the o lactase n any of a group of enzymes (trade name Lactaid) that hydrolyze lactose to glucose and galactose lactate n a salt or ester of lactic acid lactate v give suck to breastfeed,suckle,suck,nurse lactating adj producing or secreting milk wet lactation n the period following birth during which milk is secreted lactation n the production and secretion of milk by the mammary glands lactation n feeding an infant by giving suck at the breast suckling lactic adj of or relating to or obtained from milk (especially sour milk or whey) lactobacillus n a Gram-positive rod-shaped bacterium that produces lactic acid (especially in milk) lactose n a sugar comprising one glucose molecule linked to a galactose molecule; occurs only in milk lacuna n a blank gap or missing part blank lacunar n an ornamental sunken panel in a ceiling or dome coffer,caisson lacy adj made of or resembling lace lacy adj having open interstices or resembling a web netlike,netted,webbed lad n a boy or man chap,fellow,feller,fella,gent,blighter,cuss,bloke lad n a male child (a familiar term of address to a boy) cub,laddie,sonny ladder n steps consisting of two parallel members connected by rungs; for climbing up or down ladder n ascending stages by which somebody or something can progress ladder n a row of unravelled stitches run,ravel ladder v come unraveled or undone as if by snagging run laddie n a male child (a familiar term of address to a boy) cub,lad,sonny lade v remove with or as if with a ladle ladle,laden lade v fill or place a load on load,laden laden v remove with or as if with a ladle ladle,lade laden v fill or place a load on load,lade laden adj filled with a great quantity loaded laden adj burdened psychologically or mentally oppressed ladin n a Rhaeto-Romance dialect of Romansh spoken in southeastern Switzerland lading n goods carried by a large vehicle cargo,freight,load,loading,payload,shipment,consignment ladino n the Spanish dialect spoken by Sephardic Jews but written in the Hebrew script ladle n a spoon-shaped vessel with a long handle; frequently used to transfer liquids from one container to another ladle v put (a liquid) into a container by means of a ladle ladle v remove with or as if with a ladle lade,laden ladoga n a lake in northwestern Russia to the north of St. Petersburg; the largest lake in Europe; drains through the Neva River into the Gulf of Fin lady n a polite name for any woman lady n a woman of refinement dame,madam,ma'am,gentlewoman lady n a woman of the peerage in Britain noblewoman lord ladybird n small round bright-colored and spotted beetle that usually feeds on aphids and other insect pests ladybug ladybug n small round bright-colored and spotted beetle that usually feeds on aphids and other insect pests ladybird ladyfinger n small finger-shaped sponge cake ladylike adj befitting a woman of good breeding ladyship n a title used to address any peeress except a duchess laertes n (Greek mythology) the father of Odysseus lafayette n French soldier who served under George Washington in the American Revolution (1757-1834) lafayette n a town in south central Louisiana; settled by Acadians lafayette n a university town in west central Indiana on the Wabash River lafitte n French pirate who aided the United States in the War of 1812 and received an official pardon for his crimes (1780-1826) lag n the act of slowing down or falling behind slowdown,retardation lag n the time between one event, process, or period and another interim,meantime,meanwhile lag n one of several thin slats of wood forming the sides of a barrel or bucket stave lag v hang (back) or fall (behind) in movement, progress, development, etc. dawdle lag v lock up or confine, in or as in a jail imprison,incarcerate,jail,jug,gaol,remand lag v throw or pitch at a mark, as with coins lag v cover with lagging to prevent heat loss lagan n goods (or wreckage) on the sea bed that is attached to a buoy so that it can be recovered lager n a camp defended by a circular formation of wagons lager n a general term for beer made with bottom fermenting yeast (usually by decoction mashing); originally it was brewed in March or April and mat laggard n someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind drone,trailer,poke laggard adj wasting time dilatory,poky,pokey lagging n insulation used to wrap around pipes or boilers or laid in attics to prevent loss of heat lagniappe n a small gift (especially one given by a merchant to a customer who makes a purchase) lagoon n a body of water cut off from a larger body by a reef of sand or coral laguna,lagune lagos n chief port and economic center of Nigeria; located in southwestern Nigeria on the Gulf of Guinea; former capital of Nigeria laguna n a body of water cut off from a larger body by a reef of sand or coral lagoon,lagune lagune n a body of water cut off from a larger body by a reef of sand or coral lagoon,laguna lah n the syllable naming the sixth (submediant) note of a major or minor scale in solmization la lahore n city in northeast Pakistan laid adj set down according to a plan set lair n the habitation of wild animals den laird n a landowner laity n in Christianity, members of a religious community that do not have the priestly responsibilities of ordained clergy clergy laius n (Greek mythology) king of Thebes who was unwittingly killed by his son Oedipus lake n a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land lake n a purplish red pigment prepared from lac or cochineal lake n any of numerous bright translucent organic pigments lakeland n a popular tourist area in northwestern England including England's largest lake and highest mountain lakeshore n the shore of a lake lakeside lakeside n the shore of a lake lakeshore lakh n the cardinal number that is the fifth power of ten lakota n a member of the large western branch of Sioux people which was made up of several groups that lived on the plains teton lakshmi n Hindu goddess of fortune and prosperity lally n support column consisting of a steel cylinder filled with concrete lam n a rapid escape (as by criminals) getaway lam v flee; take to one's heels; cut and run scat,run,scarper,bunk,escape lam v give a thrashing to; beat hard thrash,thresh,flail lama n a Tibetan or Mongolian priest of Lamaism lama n llamas lamaist n (Buddhism) an adherent of Lamaism lamarck n French naturalist who proposed that evolution resulted from the inheritance of acquired characteristics (1744-1829) lamb n young sheep lamb n English essayist (1775-1834) elia lamb n a person easily deceived or cheated (especially in financial matters) lamb n a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child) dear lamb v give birth to a lamb lambaste v beat with a cane cane,flog lambaste v censure severely or angrily rebuke,rag,trounce,lecture,reprimand,jaw,scold,chide lambchop n chop cut from a lamb lambda n the 11th letter of the Greek alphabet lambda n the craniometric point at the junction of the sagittal and lamboid sutures of the skull lambent adj softly bright or radiant aglow,lucent,luminous lambert n a cgs unit of illumination equal to the brightness of a perfectly diffusing surface that emits or reflects one lumen per square centimeter l lambert n English composer and conductor (1905-1951) lambkin n a very young lamb lame n someone who doesn't understand what is going on square lame n a fabric interwoven with threads of metal lame v deprive of the use of a limb, especially a leg cripple lame adj pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness feeble lame adj disabled in the feet or legs crippled,halt,halting,gimpy,game lamella n any of the radiating leaflike spore-producing structures on the underside of the cap of a mushroom or similar fungus gill lamella n a thin membrane that is one of the calcified layers that form bones lamella n thin plate lamely adv in a weak and unconvincing manner lament n a cry of sorrow and grief wail lament n a song or hymn of mourning composed or performed as a memorial to a dead person dirge,coronach,requiem lament n a mournful poem; a lament for the dead elegy lament v express grief verbally keen lament v regret strongly deplore,bemoan lamentable adj bad; unfortunate deplorable,distressing,pitiful,sad,sorry lamented adj mourned or grieved for lamenting adj vocally expressing grief or sorrow or resembling such expression wailing lamia n (folklore) a corpse that rises at night to drink the blood of the living vampire lamina n a thin plate or layer (especially of bone or mineral) laminar adj arranged in or consisting of laminae laminate n a sheet of material made by bonding two or more sheets or layers laminate v create laminate by bonding sheets of material with a bonding material laminate v press or beat (metals) into thin sheets laminate v cover with a thin sheet of non-fabric material laminate v split (wood) into thin sheets lammas n commemorates Saint Peter's miraculous deliverance from prison; a quarter day in Scotland; a harvest festival in England lamp n an artificial source of visible illumination lamp n a piece of furniture holding one or more electric light bulbs lamplight n light from a lamp lamplighter n (when gas was used for streetlights) a person who lights and extinguishes streetlights lampoon n a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way parody,spoof,mockery,takeoff,burlesque,travesty lampoon v ridicule with satire satirize lamppost n a metal post supporting an outdoor lamp (such as a streetlight) lamprey n primitive eellike freshwater or anadromous cyclostome having round sucking mouth with a rasping tongue lampshade n a protective ornamental covering for a lamp, used to screen a light bulb from direct view shade lan n a local computer network for communication between computers; especially a network connecting computers and word processors and other electr lancashire n a historical area of northwestern England on the Irish Sea; noted for textiles lancaster n a city in northwestern England lancaster n the English royal house that reigned from 1399 to 1461; its emblem was a red rose lancastrian n a member (or supporter) of the house of Lancaster lancastrian n a resident of Lancaster lancastrian adj of or relating to the former English royal house or their supporters lancastrian adj of or relating to the English city of Lancaster or its residents lance n a long pointed rod used as a tool or weapon spear,shaft lance n an implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fish spear,gig lance n a surgical knife with a pointed double-edged blade; used for punctures and small incisions lancet lance v move quickly, as if by cutting one's way lance v pierce with a lance, as in a knights' fight lance v open by piercing with a lancet lancelet n small translucent lancet-shaped burrowing marine animal; primitive forerunner of the vertebrates lancelot n (Arthurian legend) one of the knights of the Round Table; friend of King Arthur until (according to some versions of the legend) he became t lanceolate adj (of a leaf shape) shaped like a lance head; narrow and tapering to a pointed apex lancer n (formerly) a cavalryman armed with a lance lancers n a quadrille for 8 or 16 couples lancet n an acutely pointed Gothic arch, like a lance lancet n a surgical knife with a pointed double-edged blade; used for punctures and small incisions lance land n the land on which real estate is located land n material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use) ground,soil land n territory over which rule or control is exercised domain,demesne land n the solid part of the earth's surface earth,ground land v reach or come to rest land v cause to come to the ground land v bring into a different state bring land v bring ashore landau n Soviet physicist who worked on low temperature physics (1908-1968) landau n a four-wheel covered carriage with a roof divided into two parts (front and back) that can be let down separately landed adj owning or consisting of land or real estate landless lander n a town in central Wyoming lander n a space vehicle that is designed to land on the moon or another planet landfall n the seacoast first sighted on a voyage (or flight over water) landfall n the first sighting of land from the sea after a voyage (or flight over water) landfill n a low area that has been filled in landgrave n a count who had jurisdiction over a large territory in medieval Germany landholder n a holder or proprietor of land landowner landholding n ownership of land; the state or fact of owning land landholding n a holding in the form of land landing n an intermediate platform in a staircase landing n structure providing a place where boats can land people or goods landing n the act of coming down to the earth (or other surface) landing n the act of coming to land after a voyage landlady n a landlord who is a woman landless adj owning no land landed landline n a telephone line that travels over terrestrial circuits landlocked adj surrounded entirely or almost entirely by land landlord n a landowner who leases to others landman n a person who lives and works on land landsman landmark n the position of a prominent or well-known object in a particular landscape landmark n an event marking a unique or important historical change of course or one on which important developments depend watershed landmark n a mark showing the boundary of a piece of land landmark n an anatomical structure used as a point of origin in locating other anatomical structures (as in surgery) or as point from which measurement landowner n a holder or proprietor of land landholder landscape n an expanse of scenery that can be seen in a single view landscape n painting depicting an expanse of natural scenery landscape n a genre of art dealing with the depiction of natural scenery landscape n an extensive mental viewpoint landscape v embellish with plants landscape v do landscape gardening landscaped adj (of land) improved by gardening or landscape architecture landscaper n someone who arranges features of the landscape or garden attractively landscaping n working as a landscape gardener landscaping n a garden laid out for esthetic effect landslide n an overwhelming electoral victory landslide n a slide of a large mass of dirt and rock down a mountain or cliff landsman n a person who lives and works on land landman landsman n an inexperienced sailor; a sailor on the first voyage lubber landward adv toward land lane n a narrow way or road lane n a well-defined track or path; for e.g. swimmers or lines of traffic laney n United States educator who founded the first private school for Black students in Augusta, Georgia (1854-1933) lange n United States photographer remembered for her portraits of rural workers during the Depression (1895-1965) langley n unit of solar radiation langley n United States astronomer and aviation pioneer who invented the bolometer and contributed to the design of early aircraft (1834-1906) langsat n East Indian tree bearing an edible yellow berry language n a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols language n (language) communication by word of mouth speech language n the text of a popular song or musical-comedy number lyric,words language n the cognitive processes involved in producing and understanding linguistic communication languid adj lacking spirit or liveliness dreamy,lackadaisical,languorous languish v lose vigor, health, or flesh, as through grief waste languish v have a desire for something or someone who is not present ache,yearn,yen,pine languish v become feeble fade languor n a relaxed comfortable feeling languor n oppressively still air languor n a feeling of lack of interest or energy languor n inactivity; showing an unusual lack of energy lethargy,sluggishness,phlegm,flatness languorous adj lacking spirit or liveliness dreamy,lackadaisical,languid lanius n type genus of the Laniidae: typical shrikes lank adj long and thin and often limp lank adj long and lean lanky adj tall and thin and having long slender limbs gangly,rangy lanky adj tall and thin gangly lanolin n a yellow viscous animal oil extracted from wool; a mixture of fatty acids and esters; used in some ointments and cosmetics lanolin n an emollient containing wool fat (a fatty substance obtained from the wool of sheep) lansing n capital of the state of Michigan; located in southern Michigan on the Grand River lantana n a flowering shrub lantern n light in a transparent protective case lanthanum n a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth la lanyard n a cord with an attached hook that is used to fire certain types of cannon lanyard n a cord worn around the neck to hold a knife or whistle lanyard n (nautical) a line used for extending or fastening rigging on ships lao n a member of a Buddhist people inhabiting the area of the Mekong River in Laos and Thailand and speaking the Lao language; related to the Tha laotian lao n the Tai language of a Buddhist people living in the area of the Mekong River in Thailand and Laos lao adj of or relating to a member of the Buddhist people inhabiting the Mekong river in Laos and Thailand laos n a mountainous landlocked communist state in southeastern Asia; achieved independence from France in 1949 laotian n a member of a Buddhist people inhabiting the area of the Mekong River in Laos and Thailand and speaking the Lao language; related to the Tha lao laotian adj of or relating to Laos or its people lap n the upper side of the thighs of a seated person lap n an area of control or responsibility lap n the part of a piece of clothing that covers the thighs lap n a flap that lies over another part overlap lap v lie partly over or alongside of something or of one another lap v pass the tongue over lick lap v move with or cause to move with a whistling or hissing sound swish,swoosh lap v take up with the tongue lick laparoscopy n laparotomy performed with a laparoscope that makes a small incision to examine the abdominal cavity (especially the ovaries and Fallopian tu lapdog n a dog small and tame enough to be held in the lap lapel n lap at the front of a coat; continuation of the coat collar lapidary n an expert on precious stones and the art of cutting and engraving them lapidary n a skilled worker who cuts and engraves precious stones lapidary adj of or relating to precious stones or the art of working with them laplace n French mathematician and astronomer who formulated the nebular hypothesis concerning the origins of the solar system and who developed the t lapland n a region in northmost Europe inhabited by Lapps lapp n a member of an indigenous nomadic people living in northern Scandinavia and herding reindeer sami,same lapp n the language of nomadic Lapps in northern Scandinavia and the Kola Peninsula sami,same lapping n covering with a design in which one element covers a part of another (as with tiles or shingles) overlapping lapse n a mistake resulting from inattention oversight lapse n a break or intermission in the occurrence of something lapse n a failure to maintain a higher state backsliding,lapsing,relapse,relapsing,reversion,reverting lapse v pass into a specified state or condition sink,pass lapse v end, at least for a long time lapse v drop to a lower level, as in one's morals or standards backslide lapse v go back to bad behavior relapse,regress lapsed adj no longer active or practicing lapsing n a failure to maintain a higher state backsliding,lapse,relapse,relapsing,reversion,reverting laptop n a portable computer small enough to use in your lap laputa n a land imagined by Jonathan Swift where impractical projects were pursued and practical projects neglected laputan adj relating to or characteristic of the imaginary country of Laputa or its people laputan adj not practical or realizable; speculative airy,impractical,visionary,windy lapwing n large crested Old World plover having wattles and spurs peewit laramie n a university town in southeast Wyoming larboard n the left side of a ship or aircraft to someone who is aboard and facing the bow or nose port starboard larboard adj located on the left side of a ship or aircraft port larcenous n having a disposition to steal larceny n the act of taking something from someone unlawfully theft,thievery,thieving,stealing larch n wood of a larch tree larch n any of numerous conifers of the genus Larix all having deciduous needlelike leaves lard n soft white semisolid fat obtained by rendering the fatty tissue of the hog lard v prepare or cook with lard lard v add details to embroider,pad,embellish,aggrandize,dramatize larder n a supply of food especially for a household larder n a small storeroom for storing foods or wines pantry,buttery laredo n a city in southern Texas on the Rio Grande large n a garment size for a large person large adj above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent big small large adj fairly large or important in effect; influential large adj ostentatiously lofty in style bombastic,turgid large adj generous and understanding and tolerant big,magnanimous large adv at a distance, wide of something (as of a mark) large adv with the wind abaft the beam large adv in a boastful manner big largely adv in large part; mainly or chiefly mostly largely adv on a large scale largeness n the capacity to understand a broad range of topics breadth,comprehensiveness largeness n large or extensive in breadth or importance or comprehensiveness largeness n the property of having a relatively great size bigness smallness largeness n the quality of being pretentious (behaving or speaking in such a manner as to create a false appearance of great importance or worth) pretension larger adj large or big relative to something else bigger largess n a gift or money given (as for service or out of benevolence); usually given ostentatiously largess n liberality in bestowing gifts; extremely liberal and generous of spirit largo n (music) a composition or passage that is to be performed in a slow and dignified manner largo adj very slow in tempo and broad in manner largo adv slowly and broadly lariat n a long noosed rope used to catch animals lasso lark n North American songbirds having a yellow breast lark n a songbird that lives mainly on the ground in open country; has streaky brown plumage lark n any of numerous predominantly Old World birds noted for their singing lark n any carefree episode escapade lark v play boisterously frolic,skylark,disport,sport,cavort,gambol,frisk,romp larkspur n any of numerous cultivated plants of the genus Delphinium larrup v give a spanking to; subject to a spanking spank,paddle larva n the immature free-living form of most invertebrates and amphibians and fish which at hatching from the egg is fundamentally unlike its paren larval adj immature of its kind; especially being or characteristic of immature insects in the newly hatched wormlike feeding stage larval adj relating to or typical of a larva laryngeal adj of or relating to or situated in the larynx laryngitis n inflammation of the mucous membrane of the larynx; characterized by hoarseness or loss of voice and coughing laryngoscope n a medical instrument for examining the larynx larynx n a cartilaginous structure at the top of the trachea; contains elastic vocal cords that are the source of the vocal tone in speech lasagna n baked dish of layers of lasagna pasta with sauce and cheese and meat or vegetables lasagne lasagna n very wide flat strips of pasta lasagne lasagne n baked dish of layers of lasagna pasta with sauce and cheese and meat or vegetables lasagna lasagne n very wide flat strips of pasta lasagna lasalle n French explorer who claimed Louisiana for France (1643-1687) lascar n an East Indian sailor lascar n a volcano in the Andes in Chile lascivious adj driven by lust; preoccupied with or exhibiting lustful desires lewd,lustful lasciviousness n feeling morbid sexual desire or a propensity to lewdness lubricity laser n an acronym for light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation; an optical device that produces an intense monochromatic beam of coh lash n any of the short curved hairs that grow from the edges of the eyelids eyelash lash n leather strip that forms the flexible part of a whip thong lash n a quick blow delivered with a whip or whiplike object whip,whiplash lash v beat severely with a whip or rod flog,welt,whip,lather,slash,strap,trounce lash v lash or flick about sharply lash v strike as if by whipping whip lash v bind with a rope, chain, or cord lasher n a driver who urges the animals on with lashes of a whip lashing n beating with a whip or strap or rope as a form of punishment whipping,tanning,flogging lashing n rope that is used for fastening something to something else lashing adj violently urging on by whipping or flogging lass n a girl or young woman who is unmarried lassie lassie n a girl or young woman who is unmarried lass lasso n Belgian composer (1532-1594) lasso n a long noosed rope used to catch animals lariat lasso v catch with a lasso rope last n the temporal end; the concluding time finale,finish,conclusion,close last n the last or lowest in an ordering or series last n a person's dying act; the final thing a person can do last n the time at which life ends; continuing until dead death last v persist for a specified period of time endure last v continue to live and avoid dying survive,live,go,endure last adj immediately past last adj coming after all others in time or space or degree or being the only one remaining first last adj occurring at or forming an end or termination concluding,final,terminal last adj most unlikely or unsuitable last adv most recently last adv the item at the end lastly,finally lasting adj continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place permanent lasting adj existing for a long time durable lasting adj retained; not shed persistent lasting adj lasting a long time without change lastingly adv in an enduring or permanent manner lastingness n permanence by virtue of the power to resist stress or force durability,strength lastly adv the item at the end last,finally lat n a broad flat muscle on either side of the back latakia n aromatic Turkish tobacco latakia n a seaport on the western coast of Syria latch n spring-loaded doorlock that can only be opened from the outside with a key latch n catch for fastening a door or gate; a bar that can be lowered or slid into a groove latch v fasten with a latch latchkey n key for raising or drawing back a latch or opening an outside door late adj being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time early,middle late adj after the expected or usual time; delayed belated,tardy late adj of the immediate past or just previous to the present time recent late adj having died recently late adv later than usual or than expected belatedly early late adv to an advanced time deep late adv at an advanced age or stage late adv in the recent past recently,lately latecomer n someone who arrives late lateen n a triangular fore-and-aft sail used especially in the Mediterranean lateen adj rigged with a triangular (lateen) sail lately adv in the recent past recently,late latency n (computer science) the time it takes for a specific block of data on a data track to rotate around to the read/write head latency n the time that elapses between a stimulus and the response to it latency n the state of being not yet evident or active lateness n quality of coming late or later in time latent adj potentially existing but not presently evident or realized latent adj (pathology) not presently active later adj coming at a subsequent time or stage ulterior,posterior later adj at or toward an end or late period or stage of development late later adv happening at a time subsequent to a reference time subsequently,afterwards,afterward,after later adv at some eventual time in the future later adv comparative of the adverb `late' lateral n a pass to a receiver upfield from the passer lateral adj situated at or extending to the side sidelong lateral adj lying away from the median and sagittal plane of a body laterally adv to or by or from the side laterally adv in a lateral direction or location latest n the most recent news or development latest adj up to the immediate present; most recent or most up-to-date latest adj in the current fashion or style modish latex n a milky exudate from certain plants that coagulates on exposure to air latex n a water-base paint that has a latex binder lath n a narrow thin strip of wood used as backing for plaster or to make latticework lathe n machine tool for shaping metal or wood; the workpiece turns about a horizontal axis against a fixed tool lather n the froth produced by soaps or detergents suds lather n agitation resulting from active worry fret,stew,sweat,swither lather n a workman who puts up laths lather n the foam resulting from excessive sweating (as on a horse) lather v beat severely with a whip or rod flog,welt,whip,lash,slash,strap,trounce lather v form a lather lather v exude sweat or lather lather v rub soap all over, usually with the purpose of cleaning soap latin n any dialect of the language of ancient Rome latin n an inhabitant of ancient Latium latin n a person who is a member of those peoples whose languages derived from Latin latin adj of or relating to the ancient Latins or the Latin language latin adj relating to people or countries speaking Romance languages latin adj relating to languages derived from Latin romance latin adj of or relating to the ancient region of Latium latinate adj derived from or imitative of Latin latino n a native of Latin America latino adj related to a Spanish-speaking people or culture hispanic latitude n the angular distance between an imaginary line around a heavenly body parallel to its equator and the equator itself latitude n freedom from normal restraints in conduct latitude n an imaginary line around the Earth parallel to the equator parallel latitude n scope for freedom of e.g. action or thought; freedom from restriction latitudinal adj of or relating to latitudes north or south latke n made of grated potato and egg with a little flour latona n wife or mistress of Zeus and mother of Apollo and Artemis in ancient mythology; called Latona in Roman mythology leto latria n the worship given to God alone adoration latrine n a public toilet in a military area latrobe n United States architect (born in England) whose works include the chambers of the United States Congress and the Supreme Court; considered t lats n the basic unit of money in Latvia latte n strong espresso coffee with a topping of frothed steamed milk latten n brass (or a yellow alloy resembling brass) that was hammered into thin sheets; formerly used for church utensils latter n the second of two or the second mentioned of two former latter adj referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several) former lattice n an arrangement of points or particles or objects in a regular periodic pattern in 2 or 3 dimensions lattice n small opening (like a window in a door) through which business can be transacted wicket,grille lattice n framework consisting of an ornamental design made of strips of wood or metal latticework latticework n framework consisting of an ornamental design made of strips of wood or metal lattice latvia n a republic in northeastern Europe on the eastern coast of the Baltic Sea latvian n a native or inhabitant of Latvia latvian n the official language of Latvia; belongs to the Baltic branch of Indo-European lettish latvian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Latvia or its people or language laud v praise, glorify, or honor extol,exalt,glorify,proclaim laudable adj worthy of high praise commendable,praiseworthy laudanum n narcotic consisting of an alcohol solution of opium or any preparation in which opium is the main ingredient laudatory adj full of or giving praise praising lauder n Scottish ballad singer and music hall comedian (1870-1950) lauder n someone who communicates high praise laugh n the sound of laughing laughter laugh n a facial expression characteristic of a person laughing laugh n a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter joke,gag,jest,jape laugh v produce laughter cry laughable adj so unreasonable as to invite derision absurd,cockeyed,idiotic,ludicrous,nonsensical,preposterous,ridiculous laughable adj arousing or provoking laughter amusing,comic,comical,funny laugher n a person who is laughing or who laughs easily laugher n an easy victory runaway,blowout,romp laughing adj showing or feeling mirth or pleasure or happiness laughingly adv with laughter; while laughing laughingstock n a victim of ridicule or pranks butt,goat,stooge laughter n the sound of laughing laugh laughter n the activity of laughing; the manifestation of joy or mirth or scorn launce n very small silvery eellike schooling fishes that burrow into sandy beaches launch n a motorboat with an open deck or a half deck launch n the act of propelling with force launching launch v set up or found establish,found launch v propel with force launch v launch for the first time; launch on a maiden voyage launch v begin with vigor plunge launcher n armament in the form of a device capable of launching a rocket launcher n a device that launches aircraft from a warship catapult launching n the act of moving a newly built vessel into the water for the first time launching n the act of beginning something new introduction,debut,unveiling,entry launching n the act of propelling with force launch launder v cleanse with a cleaning agent, such as soap, and water wash launder v convert illegally obtained funds into legal ones laundering n washing clothes and bed linens laundromat n a self-service laundry (service mark Laundromat) where coin-operated washing machines are available to individual customers laundry n garments or white goods that can be cleaned by laundering wash,washing laundry n workplace where clothes are washed and ironed laureate n someone honored for great achievements; figuratively someone crowned with a laurel wreath laureate adj worthy of the greatest honor or distinction laurel n any of various aromatic trees of the laurel family laurel n United States slapstick comedian (born in England) who played the scatterbrained and often tearful member of the Laurel and Hardy duo who ma laurel n (antiquity) a wreath of laurel foliage worn on the head as an emblem of victory laureled adj crowned with or as if with laurel symbolizing victory laurelled,crowned laurelled adj crowned with or as if with laurel symbolizing victory laureled,crowned laurels n a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction award,accolade,honor,honour laurels n the state of being honored honor,honour laurens n leader of the American Revolution and president of the Continental Congress (1724-1792) laurus n small evergreen trees or shrubs with aromatic leaves lausanne n a city in western Switzerland; cultural and commercial center lav n a room or building equipped with one or more toilets toilet,lavatory,can,john,privy,bathroom lava n rock that in its molten form (as magma) issues from volcanos; lava is what magma is called when it reaches the surface lavatory n a room or building equipped with one or more toilets toilet,lav,can,john,privy,bathroom lavatory n a bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face washbasin,basin lavatory n a toilet that is cleaned of waste by the flow of water through it lave v wash or flow against lap,wash lave v cleanse (one's body) with soap and water wash lave v wash one's face and hands lavender n any of various Old World aromatic shrubs or subshrubs with usually mauve or blue flowers; widely cultivated lavender n a pale purple color lavender adj of a pale purple color lilac laver n Australian tennis player who in 1962 was the second man to win the Australian and French and English and United States singles titles in the laver n (Old Testament) large basin used by a priest in an ancient Jewish temple to perform ritual ablutions laver n edible red seaweeds laver n seaweed with edible translucent crinkly green fronds lavish v expend profusely; also used with abstract nouns shower lavish adj very generous overgenerous,unsparing,unstinting lavish adj characterized by extravagance and profusion plush lavishly adv in a wasteful manner extravagantly lavishly adv in a rich and lavish manner richly,extravagantly lavishness n the quality possessed by something that is excessively expensive luxury lavishness n excessive spending extravagance law n the collection of rules imposed by authority jurisprudence law n legal document setting forth rules governing a particular kind of activity law n a rule or body of rules of conduct inherent in human nature and essential to or binding upon human society law n a generalization that describes recurring facts or events in nature lawbreaker n someone who violates the law violator lawful adj conformable to or allowed by law unlawful lawful adj according to custom or rule or natural law lawful adj having a legally established claim true,rightful lawful adj authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law legitimate lawfully adv in a manner acceptable to common custom legitimately lawfully adv by law; conforming to the law legally unlawfully lawgiver n a maker of laws; someone who gives a code of laws lawmaker lawless adj without law or control anarchic,anarchical lawless adj lax in enforcing laws lawless adj disobedient to or defiant of law outlaw lawlessness n a state of lawlessness and disorder (usually resulting from a failure of government) anarchy lawlessness n illegality as a consequence of unlawful acts; defiance of the law outlawry lawmaker n a maker of laws; someone who gives a code of laws lawgiver lawmaking n the act of making or enacting laws legislation,legislating lawman n an officer of the law lawn n a field of cultivated and mowed grass lawrence n Roman martyr; supposedly Lawrence was ordered by the police to give up the church's treasure and when he responded by presenting the poor pe lawrence n Welsh soldier who from 1916 to 1918 organized the Arab revolt against the Turks; he later wrote an account of his adventures (1888-1935) lawrence n English portrait painter remembered for the series of portraits of the leaders of the alliance against Napoleon (1769-1830) lawrence n English actress (1898-1952) lawrencium n a radioactive transuranic element synthesized from californium laws n the first of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures comprising the first five books of the Hebrew Bible considered as a unit torah lawsuit n a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy suit,case,cause lawton n a town in southwest Oklahoma lawyer n a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice attorney lax adj lacking in rigor or strictness slack lax adj pronounced with muscles of the tongue and jaw relatively relaxed (e.g., the vowel sound in `bet') tense lax adj lacking in firmness or tension; not taut tense lax adj emptying easily or excessively loose laxative n a mild cathartic laxative adj stimulating evacuation of feces laxity n the condition of being physiologically lax laxity n the quality of being lax and neglectful remissness,slackness lay n a narrative song with a recurrent refrain ballad lay n a narrative poem of popular origin ballad lay v put into a certain place or abstract location put,set,place,pose,position lay v put in a horizontal position repose lay v prepare or position for action or operation lay v lay eggs lay adj characteristic of those who are not members of the clergy secular lay adj not of or from a profession layabout n person who does no work idler,loafer,bum layer n single thickness of usually some homogeneous substance bed layer n a relatively thin sheetlike expanse or region lying over or under another layer n an abstract place usually conceived as having depth level,stratum layer n a hen that lays eggs layer v make or form a layer layered adj with one layer on top of another superimposed laying n the production of eggs (especially in birds) layman n someone who is not a clergyman or a professional person secular clergyman layoff n the act of laying off an employee or a work force layout n a plan or design of something that is laid out layout n the act of laying out (as by making plans for something) layover n a brief stay in the course of a journey stop,stopover lazar n a person afflicted with leprosy leper lazarus n the person who Jesus raised from the dead after four days in the tomb; this miracle caused the enemies of Jesus to begin the plan to put him lazarus n the diseased beggar in Jesus' parable of the rich man and the beggar laze v be idle; exist in a changeless situation idle,slug,stagnate lazily adv in a slow and lazy manner lazily adv in an idle manner idly laziness n inactivity resulting from a dislike of work indolence laziness n relaxed and easy activity laziness n apathy and inactivity in the practice of virtue (personified as one of the deadly sins) sloth,acedia lazuli n an azure blue semiprecious stone lazy adj moving slowly and gently lazy adj disinclined to work or exertion indolent,otiose lazybones n a lazy person lb n 16 ounces avoirdupois pound le n a chronic inflammatory collagen disease affecting connective tissue (skin or joints) lea n a unit of length of thread or yarn lea n a field covered with grass or herbage and suitable for grazing by livestock pasture,ley leach n the process of leaching leaching leach v cause (a liquid) to leach or percolate leach v permeate or penetrate gradually percolate leach v remove substances from by a percolating liquid strip leaching n the process of leaching leach lead n an advantage held by a competitor in a race lead n a soft heavy toxic malleable metallic element; bluish white when freshly cut but tarnishes readily to dull grey lead n evidence pointing to a possible solution track,trail lead n a position of being the initiator of something and an example that others will follow (especially in the phrase `take the lead') lead v take somebody somewhere take,direct,conduct,guide lead v produce as a result or residue leave,result lead v tend to or result in lead v travel in front of; go in advance of others head leaded adj (of panes of glass) fixed in place by means of thin strips of lead leaded adj treated or mixed with lead unleaded leaded adj having thin strips of lead between the lines of type leaden adj darkened with overcast dull leaden adj made heavy or weighted down with weariness weighted leaden adj made of lead leaden adj (of movement) slow and laborious plodding leader n a person who rules or guides or inspires others follower leader n a featured article of merchandise sold at a loss in order to draw customers leaders n the body of people who lead a group leadership leadership n the activity of leading leading leadership n the body of people who lead a group leaders leadership n the status of a leader leadership n the ability to lead leading n thin strip of metal used to separate lines of type in printing lead leading n the activity of leading leadership leading adj indicating the most important performer or role prima,star,starring,stellar leading adj greatest in importance or degree or significance or achievement leading adj going or proceeding or going in advance; showing the way following leading adj having the leading position or higher score in a contest ahead leadless adj not treated with lead unleaded leaf n the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants foliage leaf n a sheet of any written or printed material (especially in a manuscript or book) folio leaf n hinged or detachable flat section (as of a table or door) leaf v look through a book or other written material flick,flip,thumb,riffle,riff leaf v turn over pages leaf v produce leaves, of plants leafed adj having leaves or leaves as specified; often used in combination leaved leafing n (botany) the process of forming leaves foliation leafless adj having no leaves leafy leaflet n a thin triangular flap of a heart valve cusp leaflet n part of a compound leaf leaflet n a small book usually having a paper cover booklet,brochure,folder,pamphlet leaflike adj resembling a leaf leafy adj having or covered with leaves leafless league n an association of sports teams that organizes matches for its members conference league n an association of states or organizations or individuals for common action league n an obsolete unit of distance of variable length (usually 3 miles) league v unite to form a league leak n an accidental hole that allows something (fluid or light etc.) to enter or escape leak n soft watery rot in fruits and vegetables caused by fungi leak n a euphemism for urination wetting leak n the discharge of a fluid from some container escape,leakage,outflow leak v tell anonymously leak v be leaked leak v enter or escape as through a hole or crack or fissure leak v have an opening that allows light or substances to enter or go out leakage n the discharge of a fluid from some container escape,leak,outflow leaker n a surreptitious informant leakproof adj not subject to leaks leaky adj permitting the unwanted passage of fluids or gases tight leaky adj used informally; unable to retain urine leaky adj prone to communicate confidential information leal adj faithful and true lean n the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical tilt,list,inclination,leaning lean v to incline or bend from a vertical position tilt,tip,slant,angle lean v cause to lean or incline lean v have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined tend,incline,run lean v rely on for support lean adj lacking excess flesh thin lean adj lacking in mineral content or combustible material rich lean adj containing little excess skimpy lean adj not profitable or prosperous leander n (Greek mythology) a youth beloved of Hero who drowned in a storm in the Hellespont on one of his nightly visits to see her leaner n (horseshoes) the throw of a horseshoe so as to lean against (but not encircle) the stake leaning n an inclination to do something propensity,tendency leaning n a natural inclination proclivity,propensity leaning n the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical tilt,list,inclination,lean leaning n the act of deviating from a vertical position leaning adj departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal tilted,tipped leap n a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards leaping,spring,bound,bounce leap n an abrupt transition jump leap n a sudden and decisive increase jump leap n the distance leaped (or to be leaped) leap v move forward by leaps and bounds jump,bound,spring leap v pass abruptly from one state or topic to another jump leap v jump down from an elevated point jump leap v cause to jump or leap jump leapfrog n advancing as if in the child's game, by leaping over obstacles or competitors leapfrog n a game in which one child bends down and another leaps over leapfrog v jump across leapfrog v progress by large jumps instead of small increments leaping n a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards leap,spring,bound,bounce lear n British artist and writer of nonsense verse (1812-1888) lear n the hero of William Shakespeare's tragedy who was betrayed and mistreated by two of his scheming daughters learn v gain knowledge or skills acquire learn v get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally hear,discover,see learn v commit to memory; learn by heart memorize,con learn v be a student of a certain subject study,read,take learned adj having or showing profound knowledge erudite learned adj highly educated; having extensive information or understanding knowing,knowledgeable,lettered learned adj established by conditioning or learning conditioned learner n someone (especially a child) who learns (as from a teacher) or takes up knowledge or beliefs scholar learner n works for an expert to learn a trade apprentice,prentice learning n the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge acquisition learning n profound scholarly knowledge erudition,scholarship leary n United States psychologist who experimented with psychoactive drugs (including LSD) and became a well-known advocate of their use (1920-1996 lease n property that is leased or rented out or let rental,letting lease n a contract granting use or occupation of property during a specified time for a specified payment lease n the period of time during which a contract conveying property to a person is in effect lease v let for money rent lease v hold under a lease or rental agreement; of goods and services rent,hire,charter lease v grant use or occupation of under a term of contract let,rent lease v engage for service under a term of contract rent,hire,charter,engage,take leased adj hired for the exclusive temporary use of a group of travelers chartered,hired leasehold n land or property held under a lease leash n restraint consisting of a rope (or light chain) used to restrain an animal tether,lead leash n the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one three,trio,threesome,tierce,troika,triad,trine,trinity leash n a figurative restraint collar leash v fasten with a rope rope least n something that is of no importance least adj the superlative of `little' that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by `the'; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or ex most least adv used to form the superlative most leather n an animal skin made smooth and flexible by removing the hair and then tanning leather v whip with a leather strap leatherback n wide-ranging marine turtle with flexible leathery carapace; largest living turtle leatherjacket n any of several brightly colored tropical filefishes leatherjacket n any of several New World tropical fishes having tiny embedded scales leatherjacket n tough-skinned larva of certain crane flies leatherneck n a member of the United States Marine Corps marine leatherwood n shrub or small tree of southeastern United States to West Indies and Brazil; grown for the slender racemes of white flowers and orange and c cyrilla leatherwood n deciduous shrub of eastern North America having tough flexible branches and pliable bark and small yellow flowers leathery adj resembling or made to resemble leather; tough but pliable leave n the period of time during which you are absent from work or duty leave n permission to do something leave n the act of departing politely farewell,parting leave v go away from a place arrive leave v go and leave behind, either intentionally or by neglect or forgetfulness leave v act or be so as to become in a specified state leave v leave unchanged or undisturbed or refrain from taking leaved adj having leaves or leaves as specified; often used in combination leafed leaven n a substance used to produce fermentation in dough or a liquid leavening leaven n an influence that works subtly to lighten or modify something leavening leaven v cause to puff up with a leaven raise,prove leavened adj made light by aerating, as with yeast or baking powder; often used as a combining form leavening n an influence that works subtly to lighten or modify something leaven leavening n a substance used to produce fermentation in dough or a liquid leaven leaver n someone who leaves goer leaving n the act of departing departure,going lebanese n a native or inhabitant of Lebanon lebanese adj of or relating to or characteristic of Lebanon or its people lebanon n an Asian republic at east end of Mediterranean lech n man with strong sexual desires satyr,lecher,letch lecher n man with strong sexual desires satyr,lech,letch lecherous adj given to excessive indulgence in sexual activity lechery n unrestrained indulgence in sexual activity lecithin n a yellow phospholipid essential for the metabolism of fats; found in egg yolk and in many plant and animal cells; used commercially as an em lectern n desk or stand with a slanted top used to hold a text at the proper height for a lecturer lector n someone who reads the lessons in a church service; someone ordained in a minor order of the Roman Catholic Church reader lector n a public lecturer at certain universities lecturer,reader lecture n a speech that is open to the public talk lecture n a lengthy rebuke speech lecture n teaching by giving a discourse on some subject (typically to a class) lecturing lecture v deliver a lecture or talk talk lecture v censure severely or angrily rebuke,rag,trounce,reprimand,jaw,scold,chide,berate lecturer n a public lecturer at certain universities lector,reader lecturer n someone who lectures professionally lecturing n teaching by giving a discourse on some subject (typically to a class) lecture led n diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used leda n (Greek mythology) a queen of Sparta who was raped by Zeus who had taken the form of a swan; Helen of Troy was conceived in the rape of Leda lede n the introductory section of a story lead ledge n a projecting ridge on a mountain or submerged under water shelf ledger n a record in which commercial accounts are recorded leger,book ledger n an accounting journal as a physical object daybook lee n United States filmmaker whose works explore the richness of black culture in America (born in 1957) lee n United States striptease artist who became famous on Broadway in the 1930s (1914-1970) lee n United States actor who was an expert in kung fu and starred in martial arts films (1941-1973) lee n United States physicist (born in China) who collaborated with Yang Chen Ning in disproving the principle of conservation of parity (born in lee adj towards the side away from the wind downwind leech n carnivorous or bloodsucking aquatic or terrestrial worms typically having a sucker at each end bloodsucker leech n a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage parasite,sponge,sponger leech v draw blood bleed leeds n a city on the River Aire in West Yorkshire in northern England; a center of the clothing industry leek n plant having a large slender white bulb and flat overlapping dark green leaves; used in cooking; believed derived from the wild Allium ampel scallion leek n related to onions; white cylindrical bulb and flat dark-green leaves leer n a facial expression of contempt or scorn; the upper lip curls sneer leer n a suggestive or sneering look or grin leer v look suggestively or obliquely; look or gaze with a sly, immodest, or malign expression leery adj openly distrustful and unwilling to confide mistrustful,suspicious,wary lees n the sediment from fermentation of an alcoholic beverage leeward n the direction in which the wind is blowing windward leeward n the side of something that is sheltered from the wind lee windward leeward adj on the side away from the wind windward leeward adv away from the wind windward leeway n (of a ship or plane) sideways drift leeway n a permissible difference; allowing some freedom to move within limits allowance,margin,tolerance left n location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east right left n those who support varying degrees of social or political or economic change designed to promote the public welfare left n the hand that is on the left side of the body left n the piece of ground in the outfield on the catcher's left left adj being or located on or directed toward the side of the body to the west when facing north right left adj not used up leftover,odd,remaining left adj intended for the left hand left adj of or belonging to the political or intellectual left center,right left adv toward or on the left; also used figuratively right leftish adj tending toward the political left leftism n the ideology of the political left; belief in or support of the tenets of the political left leftist n a person who belongs to the political left collectivist leftist adj believing in or supporting tenets of the political left leftover n a small part or portion that remains after the main part no longer exists remnant leftover adj not used up left,odd,remaining leftovers n food remaining from a previous meal lefty n a person who uses the left hand with greater skill than the right southpaw lefty n a baseball pitcher who throws the ball with the left hand southpaw leg n a human limb; commonly used to refer to a whole limb but technically only the part of the limb between the knee and ankle leg n a structure in animals that is similar to a human leg and used for locomotion leg n one of the supports for a piece of furniture leg n a part of a forked or branching shape branch,ramification legacy n (law) a gift of personal property by will bequest legal adj established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules illegal legal adj of or relating to jurisprudence legal adj having legal efficacy or force sound legal adj relating to or characteristic of the profession of law legalese n a style that uses the abstruse technical vocabulary of the law legalise v make legal legalize,legitimize,legitimate outlaw legalism n strict conformity to the letter of the law rather than its spirit legality n lawfulness by virtue of conformity to a legal statute illegality legalization n the act of making lawful legalize v make legal legalise,legitimize,legitimate outlaw legally adv by law; conforming to the law lawfully legally adv in a legal manner legate n a member of a legation legato adj (music) without breaks between notes; smooth and connected smooth staccato legato adv connecting the notes; in music staccato legend n a story about mythical or supernatural beings or events fable legend n brief description accompanying an illustration caption legendary adj so celebrated as to having taken on the nature of a legend legendary adj celebrated in fable or legend fabled leger n a record in which commercial accounts are recorded ledger,book leger n French painter who was an early cubist (1881-1955) legerdemain n an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers trick,magic,illusion,deception legged adj having legs of a specified kind or number legless legging n a garment covering the leg (usually extending from the knee to the ankle) leggy adj (of plants) having tall spindly stems leggy adj having long legs leghorn n a stiff hat made of straw with a flat crown boater,panama,sailor,skimmer legibility n distinctness that makes perception easy legibility n a quality of writing (print or handwriting) that can be easily read readability legible adj (of handwriting, print, etc.) capable of being read or deciphered illegible legion n archaic terms for army host legion n association of ex-servicemen legion n a large military unit legion n a vast multitude horde,host legion adj amounting to a large indefinite number numerous legionnaire n a member of the American Legion legionnaire n a soldier who is a member of a legion (especially the French Foreign Legion) legislate v make laws, bills, etc. or bring into effect by legislation pass legislating n the act of making or enacting laws legislation,lawmaking legislation n law enacted by a legislative body legislation n the act of making or enacting laws legislating,lawmaking legislative adj relating to a legislature or composed of members of a legislature legislative adj of or relating to or created by legislation legislatively adv by legislation legislator n someone who makes or enacts laws legislature n persons who make or amend or repeal laws legitimacy n lawfulness by virtue of being authorized or in accordance with law illegitimacy legitimacy n undisputed credibility authenticity,genuineness legitimate v make legal legalize,legalise,legitimize legitimate v show or affirm to be just and legitimate legitimate v make (an illegitimate child) legitimate; declare the legitimacy of (someone) legitimate adj of marriages and offspring; recognized as lawful illegitimate legitimate adj based on known statements or events or conditions logical legitimate adj in accordance with recognized or accepted standards or principles legitimate adj authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law lawful legitimately adv in a manner acceptable to common custom lawfully legitimately adv in a lawfully recognized manner legitimize v make legal legalize,legalise,legitimate legless adj not having legs legged lego n (trademark) a child's plastic construction set for making mechanical models legs n staying power legume n an erect or climbing bean or pea plant of the family Leguminosae legume n the fruit or seed of any of various bean or pea plants consisting of a case that splits along both sides when ripe and having the seeds atta legume n the seedpod of a leguminous plant (such as peas or beans or lentils) lei n flower arrangement consisting of a circular band of foliage or flowers for ornamental purposes wreath,garland,coronal,chaplet leicester n a largely agricultural county in central England leicester n an industrial city in Leicestershire in central England; built on the site of a Roman settlement leiden n a city in the western Netherlands; residence of the Pilgrim Fathers for 11 years before they sailed for America in 1620 leyden leigh n English film actress (1913-1967) leipzig n a city in southeastern Germany famous for fairs; formerly a music and publishing center leister n a spear with three or more prongs; used for spearing fish (especially salmon) leisure n time available for ease and relaxation leisure n freedom to choose a pastime or enjoyable activity leisurely adj not hurried or forced easy,easygoing leisurely adv in an unhurried way or at one's convenience lek n the basic unit of money in Albania lem n a spacecraft that carries astronauts from the command module to the surface of the moon and back lemma n a subsidiary proposition that is assumed to be true in order to prove another proposition lemma n the lower and stouter of the two glumes immediately enclosing the floret in most Gramineae lemma n the heading that indicates the subject of an annotation or a literary composition or a dictionary entry lemming n any of various short-tailed furry-footed rodents of circumpolar distribution lemon n yellow oval fruit with juicy acidic flesh lemon n a strong yellow color maize lemon n a small evergreen tree that originated in Asia but is widely cultivated for its fruit lemon n a distinctive tart flavor characteristic of lemons lemonade n sweetened beverage of diluted lemon juice lemur n large-eyed arboreal prosimian having foxy faces and long furry tails lena n a Russian river in Siberia; flows northward into the Laptev Sea lenard n German physicist who studied cathode rays (1862-1947) lend v bestow a quality on impart,bestow,contribute,add,bring lend v give temporarily; let have for a limited time loan borrow lend v have certain characteristics of qualities for something; be open or vulnerable to lender n someone who lends money or gives credit in business matters loaner borrower lending n disposing of money or property with the expectation that the same thing (or an equivalent) will be returned loaning length n the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place length n continuance in time duration length n the property of being the extent of something from beginning to end length n size of the gap between two places distance lengthen v make longer shorten lengthen v become long or longer shorten lengthened adj drawn out or made longer spatially elongated,extended,prolonged lengthening n the act of prolonging something perpetuation lengthways adj running or extending in the direction of the length of a thing lengthwise lengthways adv in the direction of the length lengthwise lengthwise adj running or extending in the direction of the length of a thing lengthways crosswise lengthwise adv in the direction of the length lengthways lengthy adj relatively long in duration; tediously protracted extended,prolonged,protracted lenience n mercifulness as a consequence of being lenient or tolerant leniency lenience n a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone indulgence,leniency lenience n lightening a penalty or excusing from a chore by judges or parents or teachers leniency leniency n mercifulness as a consequence of being lenient or tolerant lenience leniency n a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone indulgence,lenience leniency n lightening a penalty or excusing from a chore by judges or parents or teachers lenience lenient adj tolerant or lenient indulgent,soft lenient adj not strict lenient adj characterized by tolerance and mercy leniently adv in a permissively lenient manner lenin n Russian founder of the Bolsheviks and leader of the Russian Revolution and first head of the USSR (1870-1924) leningrad n a city in the European part of Russia; 2nd largest Russian city; located at the head of the Gulf of Finland; former capital of Russia leninism n the political and economic theories of Lenin which provided the guiding doctrine of the Soviet Union; the modification of Marxism by Lenin s lennon n English rock star and guitarist and songwriter who with Paul McCartney wrote most of the music for the Beatles (1940-1980) lens n a transparent optical device used to converge or diverge transmitted light and to form images lens n genus of small erect or climbing herbs with pinnate leaves and small inconspicuous white flowers and small flattened pods: lentils lens n (metaphor) a channel through which something can be seen or understood lens n biconvex transparent body situated behind the iris in the eye; its role (along with the cornea) is to focus light on the retina lent n a period of 40 weekdays from Ash Wednesday to Holy Saturday lentil n round flat seed of the lentil plant used for food lentil n the fruit or seed of a lentil plant lentil n widely cultivated Eurasian annual herb grown for its edible flattened seeds that are cooked like peas and also ground into meal and for its lento adj (of tempo) slow lento adv in music slowly leo n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Leo lion leo n a zodiacal constellation in northern hemisphere between Cancer and Virgo leo n the fifth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about July 23 to August 22 lion leon n a historical area and former kingdom in northwestern Spain leon n a city in northwestern Spain at the foot of the Cantabrian Mountains leon n a city in central Mexico leonard n United States writer of thrillers (born in 1925) leonardo n Italian painter and sculptor and engineer and scientist and architect; the most versatile genius of the Italian Renaissance (1452-1519) leone n the basic unit of money in Sierra Leone; equal to 100 cents leonidas n king of Sparta and hero of the battle of Thermopylae where he was killed by the Persians (died in 480 BC) leonine adj of or characteristic of or resembling a lion leopard n the pelt of a leopard leopard n large feline of African and Asian forests usually having a tawny coat with black spots leotard n a tight-fitting garment of stretchy material that covers the body from the shoulders to the thighs (and may have long sleeves or legs reachi unitard leper n a person afflicted with leprosy lazar leper n a pariah who is avoided by others leprechaun n a mischievous elf in Irish folklore leprosy n chronic granulomatous communicable disease occurring in tropical and subtropical regions; characterized by inflamed nodules beneath the skin leprous adj relating to or resembling or having leprosy lerner n United States lyricist who collaborated on musicals with Frederick Loewe (1918-1986) lesbian n a female homosexual lesbian n a resident of Lesbos lesbian adj of or relating to or characterized by homosexual relations between woman lesbianism n female homosexuality lesbos n an island of eastern Greece in the eastern Aegean Sea; in antiquity it was famous for lyric poetry lesion n any localized abnormal structural change in a bodily part lesion n an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin) wound less adj (comparative of `little' usually used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning not as great in amount or degree more less adj (usually preceded by `no') lower in quality less adj (nonstandard in some uses but often idiomatic with measure phrases) fewer less adv used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs more less adv comparative of little more lessee n a tenant who holds a lease lessen v decrease in size, extent, or range decrease,diminish,fall lessen v make smaller decrease lessen v wear off or die down subside lessened adj impaired by diminution diminished,weakened lessened adj decreased in severity; made less harsh lessening n a change downward decrease lesser adj of less size or importance greater lesser adj smaller in size or amount or value lessing n German playwright and leader of the Enlightenment (1729-1781) lessing n English author of novels and short stories who grew up in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) (born in 1919) lesson n a unit of instruction lesson n punishment intended as a warning to others example lesson n the significance of a story or event moral lesson n a task assigned for individual study lessor n someone who grants a lease let n a brutal terrorist group active in Kashmir; fights against India with the goal of restoring Islamic rule of India let n a serve that strikes the net before falling into the receiver's court; the ball must be served again let v make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen allow,permit prevent let v actively cause something to happen let v consent to, give permission permit,allow,countenance let v cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition get,have letch n man with strong sexual desires satyr,lecher,lech letdown n a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized disappointment lethal adj of an instrument of certain death deadly lethality n the quality of being deadly deadliness lethargic adj deficient in alertness or activity energetic lethargy n a state of comatose torpor (as found in sleeping sickness) sluggishness lethargy n weakness characterized by a lack of vitality or energy slackness lethargy n inactivity; showing an unusual lack of energy languor,sluggishness,phlegm,flatness leto n wife or mistress of Zeus and mother of Apollo and Artemis in ancient mythology; called Latona in Roman mythology latona letter n a written message addressed to a person or organization missive letter n the conventional characters of the alphabet used to represent speech letter n owner who lets another person use something (housing usually) for hire letter n a strictly literal interpretation (as distinct from the intention) letter v win an athletic letter letter v set down or print with letters letter v mark letters on or mark with letters lettered adj highly educated; having extensive information or understanding knowing,knowledgeable,learned letterhead n a sheet of stationery with name and address of the organization printed at the top lettering n letters inscribed (especially words engraved or carved) on something inscription letterman n an athlete who has earned a letter in a school sport letterpress n printing from a plate with raised characters letters n the literary culture letters n scholarly attainment letting n property that is leased or rented out or let lease,rental lettish n the official language of Latvia; belongs to the Baltic branch of Indo-European latvian lettuce n informal terms for money boodle,bread,cabbage,clams,dinero,dough,kale,lolly lettuce n any of various plants of the genus Lactuca lettuce n leaves of any of various plants of Lactuca sativa letup n a pause during which things are calm or activities are diminished lull leu n the basic unit of money in Moldova leu n the basic unit of money in Romania leukemia n malignant neoplasm of blood-forming tissues; characterized by abnormal proliferation of leukocytes; one of the four major types of cancer lev n the basic unit of money in Bulgaria levant n a heavy morocco often used in bookbinding levant n the former name for the geographical area of the eastern Mediterranean that is now occupied by Lebanon, Syria, and Israel levant v run off without paying a debt levee n a formal reception of visitors or guests (as at a royal court) levee n a pier that provides a landing place on a river levee n an embankment that is built in order to prevent a river from overflowing level n a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality degree,grade level n a relative position or degree of value in a graded group grade,tier level n a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process degree,stage,point level n height above ground level v aim at level v tear down so as to make flat with the ground raze,rase,dismantle raise level v make level or straight flush,even level v direct into a position for use charge,point level adj having a surface without slope, tilt in which no part is higher or lower than another flat,plane level adj not showing abrupt variations unwavering level adj being on a precise horizontal plane level adj oriented at right angles to the plumb leveling n changing the ground level to a smooth horizontal or gently sloping surface grading leveling n complete destruction of a building razing,demolishing leveling n the act of making equal or uniform equalization lever n a rigid bar pivoted about a fulcrum lever n a simple machine that gives a mechanical advantage when given a fulcrum lever n a flat metal tumbler in a lever lock lever v to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open pry,prise,prize,jimmy leverage n the mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever purchase leverage n strategic advantage; power to act effectively leverage n investing with borrowed money as a way to amplify potential gains (at the risk of greater losses) leveraging leverage v supplement with leverage leverage v provide with leverage leveraging n investing with borrowed money as a way to amplify potential gains (at the risk of greater losses) leverage levi n (New Testament) disciple of Jesus; traditionally considered to be the author of the first Gospel matthew levi's n a popular brand of jeans levis leviathan n the largest or most massive thing of its kind leviathan n monstrous sea creature symbolizing evil in the Old Testament levirate n the biblical institution whereby a man must marry the widow of his childless brother in order to maintain the brother's line levis n a popular brand of jeans levi's levitate v cause to rise in the air and float, as if in defiance of gravity levitate v be suspended in the air, as if in defiance of gravity hover levitation n the phenomenon of a person or thing rising into the air by apparently supernatural means levitation n movement upward in virtue of lightness gravitation levitation n the act of raising (a body) from the ground by presumably spiritualistic means leviticus n the third book of the Old Testament; contains Levitical law and ritual precedents levity n feeling an inappropriate lack of seriousness gravity levity n a manner lacking seriousness levy n a charge imposed and collected levy n the act of drafting into military service levy v impose and collect impose levy v cause to assemble or enlist in the military recruit,raise lewd adj suggestive of or tending to moral looseness obscene,raunchy,salacious lewd adj driven by lust; preoccupied with or exhibiting lustful desires lascivious,lustful lewdness n the trait of behaving in an obscene manner obscenity lewis n United States rock star singer and pianist (born in 1935) lewis n United States athlete who won gold medals at the Olympics for his skill in sprinting and jumping (born in 1961) lewis n United States explorer and soldier who lead led an expedition from St. Louis to the mouth of the Columbia River (1774-1809) lewis n United States labor leader who was president of the United Mine Workers of America from 1920 to 1960 and president of the Congress of Indust lexical adj of or relating to words lexical adj of or relating to dictionaries lexicographer n a compiler or writer of a dictionary; a student of the lexical component of language lexicon n a language user's knowledge of words vocabulary lexicon n a reference book containing an alphabetical list of words with information about them dictionary lexington n town in eastern Massachusetts near Boston where the first battle of the American Revolution was fought lexington n a city in eastern Kentucky; noted for raising thoroughbred horses lexington n the first battle of the American Revolution (April 19, 1775) concord ley n a field covered with grass or herbage and suitable for grazing by livestock pasture,lea leyden n a city in the western Netherlands; residence of the Pilgrim Fathers for 11 years before they sailed for America in 1620 leiden lhasa n the sacred city of Lamaism; known as the Forbidden City for its former inaccessibility and hostility to strangers lhasa n a breed of terrier having a long heavy coat raised in Tibet as watchdogs li n a soft silver-white univalent element of the alkali metal group; the lightest metal known; occurs in several minerals lithium li n Chinese distance measure; approximately 0.5 kilometers li adj being one more than fifty liabilities n anything that is owed to someone else liability n the state of being legally obliged and responsible liability n an obligation to pay money to another party indebtedness liability n the quality of being something that holds you back asset liable adj at risk of or subject to experiencing something usually unpleasant apt liable adj subject to legal action liable adj (often followed by `to') likely to be affected with liable adj held legally responsible liaise v act between parties with a view to reconciling differences intercede,mediate,intermediate,arbitrate liaison n a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship affair,intimacy,involvement,amour liaison n a channel for communication between groups link,contact liana n a woody climbing usually tropical plant liao n the dynasty that ruled much of Manchuria and northeastern China from 947 to 1125 liar n a person who has lied or who lies repeatedly libber n a supporter of feminism feminist libby n United States chemist who developed a method of radiocarbon dating (1908-1980) libel n a false and malicious publication printed for the purpose of defaming a living person libel n the written statement of a plaintiff explaining the cause of action (the defamation) and any relief he seeks libel v print slanderous statements against libelous adj (used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign defamatory,denigrating,slanderous liberal n a person who favors a political philosophy of progress and reform and the protection of civil liberties progressive conservative liberal n a person who favors an economic theory of laissez-faire and self-regulating markets liberal adj showing or characterized by broad-mindedness broad,tolerant liberal adj having political or social views favoring reform and progress liberal adj tolerant of change; not bound by authoritarianism, orthodoxy, or tradition conservative liberal adj given or giving freely big,bighearted,bounteous,bountiful,handsome,giving liberalism n a political orientation that favors social progress by reform and by changing laws rather than by revolution liberalism n an economic theory advocating free competition and a self-regulating market liberality n an inclination to favor progress and individual freedom liberality n the trait of being generous in behavior and temperament liberalization n the act of making less strict relaxation liberalize v make liberal or more liberal, of laws and rules liberalize v become more liberal liberally adv freely in a nonliteral manner liberally adv in a generous manner generously liberate v give equal rights to; of women and minorities emancipate liberate v grant freedom to; free from confinement free,release,loose liberate v grant freedom to liberate v release (gas or energy) as a result of a chemical reaction or physical decomposition release,free liberated adj (of a gas e.g.) released from chemical combination liberated adj free from traditional social restraints emancipated liberation n the act of liberating someone or something release,freeing liberation n the attempt to achieve equal rights or status liberation n the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) dismissal,discharge,firing,release,sack,sacking liberator n someone who releases people from captivity or bondage captor liberia n a republic in West Africa; established in 1822 by Americans as a way to free negro slaves liberian n a native or inhabitant of Liberia liberian adj of or relating to Liberia or its people libertarian n an advocate of libertarianism libertarian n someone who believes the doctrine of free will libertine n a dissolute person; usually a man who is morally unrestrained rounder libertine adj unrestrained by convention or morality degenerate,degraded,dissipated,profligate,riotous,fast liberty n immunity from arbitrary exercise of authority: political independence autonomy liberty n freedom of choice liberty n personal freedom from servitude or confinement or oppression liberty n leave granted to a sailor or naval officer libidinal adj belonging to the libido libido n (psychoanalysis) a Freudian term for sexual urge or desire libra n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Libra balance libra n a small faint zodiacal constellation in the southern hemisphere; between Virgo and Scorpius libra n the seventh sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about September 23 to October 22 balance librarian n a professional person trained in library science and engaged in library services library n a room where books are kept library n a collection of literary documents or records kept for reference or borrowing library n a depository built to contain books and other materials for reading and study library n (computing) a collection of standard programs and subroutines that are stored and available for immediate use librate v determine the weight of weigh librate v vibrate before coming to a total rest libration n (astronomy) a real or apparent slow oscillation of a moon or satellite librettist n author of words to be set to music in an opera or operetta libretto n the words of an opera or musical play libya n a military dictatorship in northern Africa on the Mediterranean; consists almost entirely of desert; a major exporter of petroleum libyan n a native or inhabitant of Libya libyan adj of or relating to Libya or its people licence n excessive freedom; lack of due restraint license licence n freedom to deviate deliberately from normally applicable rules or practices (especially in behavior or speech) license licence n a legal document giving official permission to do something license,permit licence v authorize officially license,certify license n a legal document giving official permission to do something licence,permit license n freedom to deviate deliberately from normally applicable rules or practices (especially in behavior or speech) licence license n excessive freedom; lack of due restraint licence license n the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization permission,permit license v authorize officially licence,certify licensed adj given official approval to act accredited,commissioned licensee n someone to whom a license is granted licenser n an official who can issue a license or give authoritative permission (especially one who licenses publications) licentious adj lacking moral discipline; especially sexually unrestrained lichen n any of several eruptive skin diseases characterized by hard thick lesions grouped together and resembling lichens growing on rocks lichen n any thallophytic plant of the division Lichenes; occur as crusty patches or bushy growths on tree trunks or rocks or bare ground etc. lichtenstein n United States painter who was a leading exponent of pop art (1923-1997) lick n a salt deposit that animals regularly lick lick n touching with the tongue lap lick n (boxing) a blow with the fist punch,clout,poke,biff,slug lick v beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight cream,bat,clobber,drub,thrash lick v pass the tongue over lap lick v find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of solve,work lick v take up with the tongue lap licked adj having been got the better of licking n an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest defeat licking n the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows beating,thrashing,drubbing,lacing,trouncing,whacking licorice n deep-rooted coarse-textured plant native to the Mediterranean region having blue flowers and pinnately compound leaves; widely cultivated in licorice n a black candy flavored with the dried root of the licorice plant lid n either of two folds of skin that can be moved to cover or open the eye eyelid,palpebra lid n a movable top or cover (hinged or separate) for closing the opening at the top of a box, chest, jar, pan, etc. lid n headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim hat,chapeau lido n a recreational facility including a swimming pool for water sports lidocaine n a local anesthetic (trade names Lidocaine and Xylocaine) used topically on the skin and mucous membranes lie n a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth prevarication lie n Norwegian diplomat who was the first Secretary General of the United Nations (1896-1968) lie n position or manner in which something is situated lie v be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position lie v be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position stand,sit lie v originate (in) dwell,consist lie v be and remain in a particular state or condition liechtenstein n a small landlocked principality (constitutional monarchy) in central Europe located in the Alps between Austria and Switzerland lied n a German art song of the 19th century for voice and piano lief adv in a willing manner gladly,fain liege n a person holding a fief; a person who owes allegiance and service to a feudal lord vassal,liegeman liege n a feudal lord entitled to allegiance and service liege n city in eastern Belgium; largest French-speaking city in Belgium liege adj owing or owed feudal allegiance and service liegeman n a person holding a fief; a person who owes allegiance and service to a feudal lord vassal,liege lien n the right to take another's property if an obligation is not discharged lien n a large dark-red oval organ on the left side of the body between the stomach and the diaphragm; produces cells involved in immune responses spleen lienal adj of or relating to the spleen splenic lieu n the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another stead,position,place lieutenant n a commissioned military officer lieutenant n an officer in a police force lieutenant n an assistant with power to act when his superior is absent deputy lieutenant n an officer holding a commissioned rank in the United States Navy or the United States Coast Guard; below lieutenant commander and above lieu life n a characteristic state or mode of living life n the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities living life n the course of existence of an individual; the actions and events that occur in living life n the condition of living or the state of being alive animation,living,aliveness lifeblood n the blood considered as the seat of vitality lifeblood n an essential or life-giving force lifeboat n a strong sea boat designed to rescue people from a sinking ship lifeguard n an attendant employed at a beach or pool to protect swimmers from accidents lifesaver lifehack v make one's day-to-day activities more efficient lifeless adj deprived of life; no longer living lifeless adj destitute or having been emptied of life or living beings lifeless adj lacking animation or excitement or activity lifeless adj not having the capacity to support life lifelike adj evoking lifelike images within the mind graphic,pictorial,vivid lifelike adj free from artificiality natural lifeline n a crease on the palm; its length is said by palmists to indicate how long you will live lifeline n support that enables people to survive or to continue doing something (often by providing an essential connection) lifeline n line that raises or lowers a deep-sea diver lifeline n line thrown from a vessel that people can cling to in order to save themselves from drowning lifelong adj continuing through life lifer n a prisoner serving a term of life imprisonment lifesaver n an attendant employed at a beach or pool to protect swimmers from accidents lifeguard lifesaver n a life preserver in the form of a ring of buoyant material lifesaving n saving the lives of drowning persons lifespan n the period during which something is functional (as between birth and death) life,lifetime lifestyle n a manner of living that reflects the person's values and attitudes lifetime n the period during which something is functional (as between birth and death) life,lifespan lifo n inventory accounting in which the most recently acquired items are assumed to be the first sold lift n the act of giving temporary assistance lift n the component of the aerodynamic forces acting on an airfoil that opposes gravity lift n the event of something being raised upward elevation,raising lift n a wave that lifts the surface of the water or ground rise lift v raise from a lower to a higher position raise,elevate lift v take hold of something and move it to a different location lift v move upwards raise lift v move upward rise,arise,uprise lifted adj held up in the air lifter n an athlete who lifts barbells lifter n a thief who steals goods that are in a store booster,shoplifter liftoff n the initial ascent of a rocket from its launching pad ligament n a sheet or band of tough fibrous tissue connecting bones or cartilages or supporting muscles or organs ligament n any connection or unifying bond ligation n (surgery) tying a duct or blood vessel with a ligature (as to prevent bleeding during surgery) ligature n (music) a group of notes connected by a slur ligature n character consisting of two or more letters combined into one ligature n a metal band used to attach a reed to the mouthpiece of a clarinet or saxophone ligature n thread used by surgeons to bind a vessel (as to constrict the flow of blood) liger n offspring of a male lion and a female tiger light n (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation light n any device serving as a source of illumination light n a particular perspective or aspect of a situation light n the quality of being luminous; emitting or reflecting light brightness,luminance light v make lighter or brighter illuminate light v begin to smoke light v to come to rest, settle alight,perch light v cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat ignite light adj of comparatively little physical weight or density heavy light adj (used of color) having a relatively small amount of coloring agent dark light adj of the military or industry; using (or being) relatively small or light arms or equipment heavy light adj not great in degree or quantity or number heavy light adv with few burdens lightly lightbulb n electric lamp consisting of a transparent or translucent glass housing containing a wire filament (usually tungsten) that emits light when h bulb lighted adj set afire or burning lit lighted adj provided with artificial light illuminated,lit lighten v make more cheerful lighten v reduce the weight on; make lighter lighten v become more cheerful lighten v make more cheerful through the use of color brighten lightening n descent of the uterus into the pelvic cavity that occurs late in pregnancy; the fetus is said to have dropped lightening n changing to a lighter color whitening lighter n a substance used to ignite or kindle a fire lighter n a device for lighting or igniting fuel or charges or fires light lighter n a flatbottom boat for carrying heavy loads (especially on canals) barge,flatboat,hoy lighter v transport in a flatbottom boat lightheaded adj weak and likely to lose consciousness faint,light,swooning lightheaded adj lacking seriousness; given to frivolity dizzy,giddy,silly lightheadedness n a reeling sensation; a feeling that you are about to fall dizziness,vertigo lightheadedness n a frivolous lack of prudence lighthearted adj carefree and happy and lighthearted blithe,blithesome,lightsome lighthouse n a tower with a light that gives warning of shoals to passing ships beacon,pharos lighting n having abundant light or illumination light lighting n apparatus for supplying artificial light effects for the stage or a film lighting n the craft of providing artificial light lighting n the act of setting something on fire ignition,firing,kindling,inflammation lightless adj giving no light lightless adj without illumination lightly adv without good reason lightly adv with few burdens light lightly adv with little weight or force softly,gently lightly adv indulging with temperance heavily lightness n a feeling of joy and pride elation lightness n the property of being comparatively small in weight weightlessness heaviness lightness n the gracefulness of a person or animal that is quick and nimble agility,nimbleness lightness n having a light color darkness lightning n abrupt electric discharge from cloud to cloud or from cloud to earth accompanied by the emission of light lightning n the flash of light that accompanies an electric discharge in the atmosphere (or something resembling such a flash); can scintillate for a se lightship n a ship equipped like a lighthouse and anchored where a permanent lighthouse would be impracticable lightsome adj moving easily and quickly; nimble light,tripping lightsome adj carefree and happy and lighthearted blithe,blithesome,lighthearted lightweight n a professional boxer who weighs between 131 and 135 pounds lightweight n someone who is unimportant but cheeky and presumptuous lightweight n an amateur boxer who weighs no more than 132 pounds lightweight n a wrestler who weighs 139-154 pounds lightweight adj weighing relatively little compared with another item or object of similar use lightweight adj having no importance or influence lignin n a complex polymer; the chief constituent of wood other than carbohydrates; binds to cellulose fibers to harden and strengthen cell walls of lignite n intermediate between peat and bituminous coal likable adj (of characters in literature or drama) evoking empathic or sympathetic feelings sympathetic,appealing,likeable likable adj easy to like; agreeable likeable like n a similar kind like n a kind of person ilk like v prefer or wish to do something wish,care like v find enjoyable or agreeable dislike like v be fond of like v feel about or towards; consider, evaluate, or regard like adj resembling or similar; having the same or some of the same characteristics; often used in combination similar unlike like adj equal in amount or value same unlike like adj having the same or similar characteristics alike,similar like adj conforming in every respect comparable,corresponding likeable adj (of characters in literature or drama) evoking empathic or sympathetic feelings sympathetic,appealing,likable likeable adj easy to like; agreeable likable liked adj found pleasant or attractive; often used as a combining form disliked likelihood n the probability of a specified outcome likely adj has a good chance of being the case or of coming about unlikely likely adj likely but not certain to be or become true or real probable likely adj expected to become or be; in prospect potential likely adj within the realm of credibility likely adv with considerable certainty; without much doubt probably liken v consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous compare,equate likeness n similarity in appearance or character or nature between persons or things likeness n picture consisting of a graphic image of a person or thing semblance likening n the act of comparing similarities likewise adv in like or similar manner similarly likewise adv in addition besides,too,also likewise adv equally alike liking n a feeling of pleasure and enjoyment dislike lilac n any of various plants of the genus Syringa having large panicles of usually fragrant flowers lilac adj of a pale purple color lavender lilith n in ancient Semitic folklore: a female demon who attacks children lille n an industrial city in northern France near the Belgian border; was the medieval capital of Flanders lillie n British actress (born in Canada) (1898-1989) lilliputian n a very small person (resembling a Lilliputian) lilliputian n a 6-inch tall inhabitant of Lilliput in a novel by Jonathan Swift lilliputian adj tiny; relating to or characteristic of the imaginary country of Lilliput lilliputian adj very small bantam,diminutive,petite,tiny lilliputian adj (informal) small and of little importance fiddling,little,piddling,petty,picayune,trivial lilo n a type of inflatable air mattress lilt n a jaunty rhythm in music swing lilt v articulate in a very careful and rhythmic way lilting adj characterized by a buoyant rhythm swinging,tripping lily n any liliaceous plant of the genus Lilium having showy pendulous flowers lima n capital and largest city and economic center of Peru; located in western Peru; was capital of the Spanish empire in the New World until the liman n a long narrow lagoon near the mouth of a river limb n one of the jointed appendages of an animal used for locomotion or grasping: arm; leg; wing; flipper limb n any of the main branches arising from the trunk or a bough of a tree limb n (astronomy) the circumferential edge of the apparent disc of the sun or the moon or a planet limb n either of the two halves of a bow from handle to tip limbed adj having or as if having limbs, especially limbs of a specified kind (usually used in combination) limbless limber n a two-wheeled horse-drawn vehicle used to pull a field gun or caisson limber v attach the limber limber v cause to become limber limber adj (used of e.g. personality traits) readily adaptable supple limber adj (used of artifacts) easily bent limber adj (used of persons' bodies) capable of moving or bending freely supple limbers n a channel or gutter on either side of a ship's keelson; carries bilge water into the pump well limbic adj of or relating to or forming a limbus limbless adj having no limbs limbed limbo n the state of being disregarded or forgotten oblivion limbo n an imaginary place for lost or neglected things limbo n (theology) in Roman Catholicism, the place of unbaptized but innocent or righteous souls (such as infants and virtuous individuals) lime n a caustic substance produced by heating limestone lime n a white crystalline oxide used in the production of calcium hydroxide quicklime,calx lime n a sticky adhesive that is smeared on small branches to capture small birds birdlime lime n any of various related trees bearing limes lime v spread birdlime on branches to catch birds birdlime lime v cover with lime so as to induce growth limeade n sweetened beverage of lime juice and water limekiln n a kiln used to reduce naturally occurring forms of calcium carbonate to lime limelight n a focus of public attention spotlight,glare limelight n a lamp consisting of a flame directed at a cylinder of lime with a lens to concentrate the light; formerly used for stage lighting limerick n port city in southwestern Ireland limerick n a humorous verse form of 5 anapestic lines with a rhyme scheme aabba limestone n a sedimentary rock consisting mainly of calcium that was deposited by the remains of marine animals limey n a man of English descent limit n the greatest possible degree of something bound,boundary limit n final or latest limiting point limit n as far as something can go limit n the boundary of a specific area demarcation limit v place limits on (extent or amount or access) restrict,trammel,bound,confine,throttle limit v restrict or confine within limits circumscribe limit v decide upon or fix definitely specify,set,determine,define,fix limitation n a principle that limits the extent of something restriction limitation n the quality of being limited or restricted limitation n the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed limit limitation n (law) a time period after which suits cannot be brought limited n public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops express limited adj small in range or scope unlimited limited adj subject to limits or subjected to limits circumscribed limited adj including only a part limited adj mediocre modified limiting n the grammatical relation that exists when a word qualifies the meaning of the phrase modification,qualifying limiting adj restricting the scope or freedom of action confining,constraining,restricting limiting adj strictly limiting the reference of a modified word or phrase limitless adj without limits in extent or size or quantity limitless adj having no limits in range or scope unlimited limitless adj seemingly boundless in amount, number, degree, or especially extent boundless,unbounded limn v trace the shape of delineate,outline limn v make a portrait of portray,depict limner n a painter or drawer of portraits limnology n the scientific study of bodies of fresh water for their biological and physical and geological properties limo n large luxurious car; usually driven by a chauffeur limousine limonene n a liquid terpene with a lemon odor; found in lemons and oranges and other essential oils limonite n a widely occurring iron oxide ore; a mixture of goethite and hematite and lepidocrocite limousine n large luxurious car; usually driven by a chauffeur limo limp n the uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg hitch,hobble limp v walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury gimp,hobble,hitch limp v proceed slowly or with difficulty limp adj without energy or will wilted limp adj lacking or having lost rigidity limpet n mollusk with a low conical shell limpet n any of various usually marine gastropods with low conical shells; found clinging to rocks in littoral areas limping n disability of walking due to crippling of the legs or feet gimp lin n United States sculptor and architect whose public works include the memorial to veterans of the Vietnam War in Washington (born in 1959) linage n the number of lines in a piece of printed material lineage linage n a rate of payment for written material that is measured according to the number of lines submitted lineage linaria n genus of herbs and subshrubs having showy flowers: spurred snapdragon linchpin n a central cohesive source of support and stability anchor,mainstay,keystone,backbone linchpin n pin inserted through an axletree to hold a wheel on lincoln n 16th President of the United States; saved the Union during the American Civil War and emancipated the slaves; was assassinated by Booth (18 lincoln n capital of the state of Nebraska; located in southeastern Nebraska; site of the University of Nebraska lincoln n long-wooled mutton sheep originally from Lincolnshire lincolnshire n an agricultural county of eastern England on the North Sea lind n Swedish soprano who toured the United States under the management of P. T. Barnum (1820-1887) lindane n a white crystalline powder used as an agricultural insecticide lindbergh n United States aviator who in 1927 made the first solo nonstop flight across the Atlantic Ocean (1902-1974) linden n soft light-colored wood of any of various linden trees; used in making crates and boxes and in carving and millwork basswood linden n any of various deciduous trees of the genus Tilia with heart-shaped leaves and drooping cymose clusters of yellowish often fragrant flowers; basswood,lime lindsay n United States playwright who collaborated with Russel Crouse on several musicals (1889-1931) lindsay n United States poet who traveled the country trading his poems for room and board (1879-1931) lindy n an energetic American dance that was popular in the 1930s (probably named for the aviator Charles Lindbergh) line n a formation of people or things one beside another line n a mark that is long relative to its width line n a formation of people or things one behind another line n a length (straight or curved) without breadth or thickness; the trace of a moving point line v be in line with; form a line along line v cover the interior of line v make a mark or lines on a surface trace,draw,describe,delineate line v mark with lines lineage n the descendants of one individual line,descent,bloodline,blood,pedigree,ancestry,origin,parentage lineage n the kinship relation between an individual and the individual's progenitors descent lineage n the number of lines in a piece of printed material linage lineage n a rate of payment for written material that is measured according to the number of lines submitted linage lineal adj in a straight unbroken line of descent from parent to child direct collateral lineal adj arranged in a line linear adj designating or involving an equation whose terms are of the first degree additive nonlinear linear adj of or in or along or relating to a line; involving or having a single dimension planar,cubic linear adj of a circuit or device having an output that is proportional to the input analogue,analog linear adj (of a leaf shape) long and narrow elongate linearly adv in a linear manner geometrically linebacker n a defensive football player who takes a position close behind the linemen linebacker n (American football) the position of a defensive football player who plays close behind the line of scrimmage lined adj bordered by a line of things lined adj (used especially of skin) marked by lines or seams lined adj having a lining or a liner; often used in combination unlined lineman n one of the players on the line of scrimmage lineman n the surveyor who marks positions with a range pole lineman n a person who installs or repairs electrical or telephone lines electrician lineman n (American football) the position of a player on a football team who is stationed on the line of scrimmage linen n a fabric woven with fibers from the flax plant linen n a high-quality paper made of linen fibers or with a linen finish linen n white goods or clothing made with linen cloth liner n (baseball) a hit that flies straight out from the batter liner n a protective covering that protects an inside surface lining liner n a piece of cloth that is used as the inside surface of a garment lining liner n a large commercial ship (especially one that carries passengers on a regular schedule) lineup n (baseball) a list of batters in the order in which they will bat card lineup n a line of persons arranged by police for inspection or identification lineup n the schedule of programs for a particular period ling n water chestnut whose spiny fruit has two rather than 4 prongs ling n common Old World heath represented by many varieties; low evergreen grown widely in the northern hemisphere heather,broom ling n elongated marine food fish of Greenland and northern Europe; often salted and dried ling n American hakes lingberry n low evergreen shrub of high north temperate regions of Europe and Asia and America bearing red edible berries linger v remain present although waning or gradually dying linger v be about loiter,lounge,footle,lollygag,loaf,tarry,lurk linger v leave slowly and hesitantly tarry linger v take one's time; proceed slowly dawdle rush lingerie n women's underwear and nightclothes lingering n the act of tarrying lingo n a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves) slang,cant,jargon,argot,patois,vernacular lingua n a mobile mass of muscular tissue covered with mucous membrane and located in the oral cavity tongue,glossa,clapper lingual n a consonant that is produced with the tongue and other speech organs lingual adj consisting of or related to language linguistic lingual adj pertaining to or resembling or lying near the tongue linguist n a specialist in linguistics linguist n a person who speaks more than one language polyglot linguistic adj consisting of or related to language lingual linguistic adj of or relating to the scientific study of language linguistically adv with respect to the science of linguistics linguistically adv with respect to language linguistics n the scientific study of language linguistics n the humanistic study of language and literature liniment n a medicinal liquid that is rubbed into the skin to relieve muscular stiffness and pain lining n a protective covering that protects an inside surface liner lining n a piece of cloth that is used as the inside surface of a garment liner lining n providing something with a surface of a different material facing lining n the act of attaching an inside lining (to a garment or curtain etc.) link n the means of connection between things linked in series nexus link n a fastener that serves to join or connect tie link n the state of being connected connection link n a connecting shape connection,connexion link v make a logical or causal connection associate,relate,connect link v connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces connect,tie link v be or become joined or united or linked connect,join,unite link v link with or as with a yoke yoke linkage n an associative relation linkage n (genetics) traits that tend to be inherited together as a consequence of an association between their genes; all of the genes of a given chr linkage n a mechanical system of rods or springs or pivots that transmits power or motion linkage n the act of linking things together linked adj connected by a link, as railway cars or trailer trucks coupled,joined links n a golf course that is built on sandy ground near a shore linnet n small finch originally of the western United States and Mexico linnet n small Old World finch whose male has a red breast and forehead lino n a floor covering linoleum linocut n a print that is made from a design carved in relief into a block of linoleum linocut n a design carved in relief into a block of linoleum linoleum n a floor covering lino linotype n a typesetting machine operated from a keyboard that casts an entire line as a single slug of metal linseed n the seed of flax used as a source of oil flaxseed lint n fine ravellings of cotton or linen fibers lint n cotton or linen fabric with the nap raised on one side; used to dress wounds lintel n horizontal beam used as a finishing piece over a door or window header linux n an open-source version of the UNIX operating system linz n city in northern Austria on the Danube; noted as a cultural center lion n large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male lion n a celebrity who is lionized (much sought after) lion n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Leo leo lion n the fifth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about July 23 to August 22 leo lioness n a female lion lionfish n brightly striped fish of the tropical Pacific having elongated spiny fins lionize v assign great social importance to celebrate lip n either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking lip n (botany) either of the two parts of a bilabiate corolla or calyx lip n an impudent or insolent rejoinder sass,backtalk,mouth lip n the top edge of a vessel or other container brim,rim lipide n an oily organic compound insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents; essential structural component of living cells (along with prot lipizzan n a compact and sturdy saddle horse that is bred and trained in Vienna; smart and docile and excellent for dressage lipoprotein n a conjugated protein having a lipid component; the principal means for transporting lipids in the blood liposome n an artificially made microscopic vesicle into which nucleic acids can be packaged; used in molecular biology as a transducing vector liposuction n lipectomy (especially for cosmetic purposes) in which excess fatty tissue is removed from under the skin by suction lipped adj having a lip or lips lipread v interpret by lipreading; of deaf people lipstick n makeup that is used to color the lips lipstick v form by tracing with lipstick lipstick v apply lipstick to liquefaction n the conversion of a solid or a gas into a liquid liquefied adj reduced to a liquid state liquefied adj reduced to liquid form by heating molten liquefy v become liquid liquefy v make (a solid substance) liquid, as by heating liquefy v become liquid or fluid when heated flux liqueur n strong highly flavored sweet liquor usually drunk after a meal cordial liquid n a substance that is liquid at room temperature and pressure liquid n the state in which a substance exhibits a characteristic readiness to flow with little or no tendency to disperse and relatively high incomp liquidity liquid n fluid matter having no fixed shape but a fixed volume liquid n a frictionless continuant that is not a nasal consonant (especially `l' and `r') liquid adj existing as or having characteristics of a liquid; especially tending to flow gaseous,solid liquid adj filled or brimming with tears swimming liquid adj clear and bright liquid adj changed from a solid to a liquid state melted liquidate v get rid of (someone who may be a threat) by killing neutralize,waste liquidate v eliminate by paying off (debts) liquidate v convert into cash liquidate v settle the affairs of by determining the debts and applying the assets to pay them off liquidation n termination of a business operation by using its assets to discharge its liabilities settlement liquidation n the act of exterminating extermination liquidation n the murder of a competitor elimination liquidator n a criminal who commits homicide (who performs the unlawful premeditated killing of another human being) murderer liquidator n (law) a person (usually appointed by a court of law) who liquidates assets or preserves them for the benefit of affected parties receiver liquidity n the state in which a substance exhibits a characteristic readiness to flow with little or no tendency to disperse and relatively high incomp liquid liquidity n the property of flowing easily fluidity liquidity n being in cash or easily convertible to cash; debt paying ability liquor n an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented spirits,booze liquor n a liquid substance that is a solution (or emulsion or suspension) used or obtained in an industrial process liquor n the liquid in which vegetables or meat have be cooked lira n the basic unit of money on Malta; equal to 100 cents lira n the basic unit of money in Turkey lira n formerly the basic unit of money in Italy; equal to 100 centesimi lisbon n capital and largest city and economic and cultural center of Portugal; a major port in western Portugal on Tagus River where it broadens and lisle n a fabric woven with lisle thread lisle n a strong tightly twisted cotton thread (usually made of long-staple cotton) lisp n a speech defect that involves pronouncing `s' like voiceless `th' and `z' like voiced `th' lisp n a flexible procedure-oriented programing language that manipulates symbols in the form of lists lisp v speak with a lisp lissom adj gracefully thin and bending and moving with ease lithe,lithesome,supple,sinuous list n a database containing an ordered array of items (names or topics) listing list n the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical tilt,inclination,lean,leaning list v give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of name list v include in a list list v cause to lean to the side lean list v tilt to one side heel listed adj on a list unlisted listen v hear with intention listen v listen and pay attention hear listen v pay close attention to; give heed to heed,mind listener n someone who listens attentively hearer,auditor listening n the act of hearing attentively hearing lister n English surgeon who was the first to use antiseptics (1827-1912) lister n assessor who makes out the tax lists lister n moldboard plow with a double moldboard designed to move dirt to either side of a central furrow listeria n any species of the genus Listeria listing n a database containing an ordered array of items (names or topics) list listing n the act of making a list of items listless adj lacking zest or vivacity listless adj marked by low spirits; showing no enthusiasm dispirited listlessly adv in a listless manner liston n United States prizefighter who lost his world heavyweight championship to Cassius Clay in 1964 (1932-1970) liszt n Hungarian composer and piano virtuoso (1811-1886) lit n the humanistic study of a body of literature literature lit adj provided with artificial light illuminated,lighted lit adj set afire or burning lighted litany n any long and tedious address or recital litany n a prayer consisting of a series of invocations by the priest with responses from the congregation litchi n Chinese tree cultivated especially in Philippines and India for its edible fruit; sometimes placed in genus Nephelium litchi n Chinese fruit having a thin brittle shell enclosing a sweet jellylike pulp and a single seed; often dried lite adj having relatively few calories light liter n a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic litre,l literacy n the ability to read and write illiteracy literal n a mistake in printed matter resulting from mechanical failures of some kind misprint,typo literal adj being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something actual,genuine,real literal adj without interpretation or embellishment literal adj limited to the explicit meaning of a word or text figurative literal adj avoiding embellishment or exaggeration (used for emphasis) literally adv in a literal sense figuratively literally adv (intensifier before a figurative expression) without exaggeration literary adj of or relating to or characteristic of literature literary adj knowledgeable about literature literary adj appropriate to literature rather than everyday speech or writing literate n a person who can read and write literate adj able to read and write illiterate literate adj versed in literature; dealing with literature illiterate literate adj knowledgeable and educated in one or several fields literati n the literary intelligentsia literature n creative writing of recognized artistic value literature n the humanistic study of a body of literature lit literature n published writings in a particular style on a particular subject literature n the profession or art of a writer lithe adj gracefully thin and bending and moving with ease lissom,lithesome,supple,sinuous lithesome adj gracefully thin and bending and moving with ease lissom,lithe,supple,sinuous lithic adj of or containing lithium lithic adj relating to or composed of stone lithium n a soft silver-white univalent element of the alkali metal group; the lightest metal known; occurs in several minerals li lithograph n a print produced by lithography lithograph n duplicator that prints by lithography; a flat surface (of stone or metal) is treated to absorb or repel ink in the desired pattern lithograph v make by lithography lithographic adj of or produced by or involved in lithography lithography n a method of planographic printing from a metal or stone surface lithography n the act of making a lithographic print lithuania n a republic in northeastern Europe on the Baltic Sea lithuanian n a native or inhabitant of Lithuania lithuanian n the official language of Lithuania; belongs to the Baltic branch of Indo-European lithuanian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Lithuania or its people or language litigant n (law) a party to a lawsuit; someone involved in litigation litigator litigate v engage in legal proceedings litigate v institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against action,sue,process litigation n a legal proceeding in a court; a judicial contest to determine and enforce legal rights litigator n (law) a party to a lawsuit; someone involved in litigation litigant litigious adj of or relating to litigation litigious adj inclined or showing an inclination to dispute or disagree, even to engage in law suits contentious,combative litmus n a coloring material (obtained from lichens) that turns red in acid solutions and blue in alkaline solutions; used as a very rough acid-base litre n a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic liter,l litter n the offspring at one birth of a multiparous mammal litter n rubbish carelessly dropped or left about (especially in public places) litter n conveyance consisting of a chair or bed carried on two poles by bearers litter n material used to provide a bed for animals bedding litter v strew litter v make a place messy by strewing garbage around litter v give birth to a litter of animals litterbug n a person who litters public places with refuse littered adj filled or scattered with a disorderly accumulation of objects or rubbish cluttered little n a small amount or duration little adj limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent small big little adj (quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree; not much or almost none or (with `a') at least some slight much little adj (of children and animals) young, immature small little adj (informal) small and of little importance fiddling,lilliputian,piddling,petty,picayune,trivial little adv not much littleneck n a quahog when young and small; usually eaten raw; an important food popular in New York littleneck n a young quahog littler adj small or little relative to something else smaller littoral n the region of the shore of a lake or sea or ocean sands littoral adj of or relating to a coastal or shore region liturgical adj of or relating to or in accord with liturgy liturgy n a Christian sacrament commemorating the Last Supper by consecrating bread and wine eucharist liturgy n a rite or body of rites prescribed for public worship liv adj being four more than fifty livable adj fit or suitable to live in or with unlivable live v be an inhabitant of or reside in populate,dwell,inhabit live v lead a certain kind of life; live in a certain style live v continue to live and avoid dying survive,last,go,endure live v support oneself exist,survive,subsist live adj actually being performed at the time of hearing or viewing unrecorded recorded live adj exerting force or containing energy dead live adj possessing life alive live adj highly reverberant live adv not recorded livelihood n the financial means whereby one lives support,keep,living,sustenance liveliness n general activity and motion animation liveliness n animation and energy in action or expression life,spirit lively adj full of life and energy dull lively adj full of zest or vigor racy lively adj quick and energetic alert,brisk,merry,rattling,snappy,spanking,zippy lively adj elastic; rebounds readily bouncy,live,resilient liven v make lively enliven,invigorate,animate liver n large and complicated reddish-brown glandular organ located in the upper right portion of the abdominal cavity; secretes bile and functions liver n liver of an animal used as meat liver n a person who has a special life style liver n someone who lives in a place liver adj having a reddish-brown color liveried adj wearing livery liverpool n a large city in northwestern England; its port is the country's major outlet for industrial exports liverwort n any of numerous small green nonvascular plants of the class Hepaticopsida growing in wet places and resembling green seaweeds or leafy mosse hepatic liverwurst n sausage containing ground liver livery n uniform worn by some menservants and chauffeurs livery n the voluntary transfer of something (title or possession) from one party to another delivery livery n the care (feeding and stabling) of horses for pay livery adj suffering from or suggesting a liver disorder or gastric distress bilious livestock n any animals kept for use or profit stock livid adj anemic looking from illness or emotion ashen,bloodless,white livid adj (of a light) imparting a deathlike luminosity livid adj furiously angry livid adj discolored by coagulation of blood beneath the skin lividity n a state of fury so great the face becomes discolored lividity n unnatural lack of color in the skin (as from bruising or sickness or emotional distress) pallor lividly adv in a livid manner living n the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities life living n people who are still living dead living n the condition of living or the state of being alive animation,life,aliveness living n the financial means whereby one lives support,keep,livelihood,sustenance living adj pertaining to living persons living adj true to life; lifelike living adj (informal) absolute living adj still in existence surviving livingston n American Revolutionary leader who served in the Continental Congress and as minister to France (1746-1813) livingstone n Scottish missionary and explorer who discovered the Zambezi River and Victoria Falls (1813-1873) livy n Roman historian whose history of Rome filled 142 volumes (of which only 35 survive) including the earliest history of the war with Hannibal liza n similar to the striped mullet and takes its place in the Caribbean region lizard n relatively long-bodied reptile with usually two pairs of legs and a tapering tail lizard n a man who idles about in the lounges of hotels and bars in search of women who would support him llama n wild or domesticated South American cud-chewing animal related to camels but smaller and lacking a hump llano n an extensive grassy and nearly treeless plain (especially in Latin America) lloyd n United States comic actor in silent films; he used physical danger as a source of comedy (1893-1971) loach n slender freshwater fishes of Eurasia and Africa resembling catfishes load n weight to be borne or conveyed loading,burden load n a quantity that can be processed or transported at one time loading load n goods carried by a large vehicle cargo,lading,freight,loading,payload,shipment,consignment load n an amount of alcohol sufficient to intoxicate load v fill or place a load on lade,laden load v provide (a device) with something necessary charge load v transfer from a storage device to a computer's memory load v put (something) on a structure or conveyance loaded adj filled with a great quantity laden loaded adj (of weapons) charged with ammunition unloaded loaded adj (of statements or questions) charged with associative significance and often meant to mislead or influence loaded adj having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value affluent,flush,moneyed,wealthy,substantial loader n a laborer who loads and unloads vessels in a port stevedore,docker,lumper loader n an attendant who loads guns for someone shooting game loading n weight to be borne or conveyed load,burden loading n a quantity that can be processed or transported at one time load loading n the ratio of the gross weight of an airplane to some factor determining its lift loading n goods carried by a large vehicle cargo,lading,freight,load,payload,shipment,consignment loads n a large number or amount tons,dozens,heaps,lots,piles,scores,stacks,rafts loaf n a shaped mass of baked bread that is usually sliced before eating loaf n a quantity of food (other than bread) formed in a particular shape loaf v be lazy or idle bum,loll loaf v be about loiter,lounge,footle,lollygag,tarry,linger,lurk loafer n person who does no work idler,layabout,bum loafer n a low leather step-in shoe; the top resembles a moccasin but it has a broad flat heel loam n a rich soil consisting of a mixture of sand and clay and decaying organic materials loamy adj consisting of or having the character of loam loan n the temporary provision of money (usually at interest) loan n a word borrowed from another language; e.g. `blitz' is a German word borrowed into modern English loanword loan v give temporarily; let have for a limited time lend loaner n someone who lends money or gives credit in business matters lender loaner n a car that is lent as a replacement for one that is under repair loaning n disposing of money or property with the expectation that the same thing (or an equivalent) will be returned lending loanword n a word borrowed from another language; e.g. `blitz' is a German word borrowed into modern English loan loath adj unwillingness to do something contrary to your custom reluctant loath adj (usually followed by `to') strongly opposed antipathetic,averse loathe v find repugnant abhor,abominate,execrate loathing n hate coupled with disgust abhorrence,abomination,execration loathsome adj causing or able to cause nausea nauseating,nauseous,noisome,queasy,offensive,sickening,vile loathsome adj highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust disgusting,distasteful,foul,repellent,repelling,revolting,skanky,wicked lob n an easy return of a tennis ball in a high arc lob n the act of propelling something (as a ball or shell etc.) in a high arc lob v propel in a high arc lobby n a large entrance or reception room or area anteroom,antechamber,hall,foyer,vestibule lobby n the people who support some common cause or business or principle or sectional interest lobby n an interest group that tries to influence legislators or bureaucrats to act in their favor, typically through lobbying lobby v detain in conversation by or as if by holding on to the outer garments of; as for political or economic favors buttonhole lobbyist n someone who is employed to persuade legislators to vote for legislation that favors the lobbyist's employer lobe n (anatomy) a somewhat rounded subdivision of a bodily organ or part lobe n (botany) a part into which a leaf is divided lobe n the enhanced response of an antenna in a given direction as indicated by a loop in its radiation pattern lobe n a rounded projection that is part of a larger structure lobed adj having deeply indented margins but with lobes not entirely separate from each other lobelia n any plant or flower of the genus Lobelia loblolly n thick gruel lobotomy n surgical interruption of nerve tracts to and from the frontal lobe of the brain; often results in marked cognitive and personality changes lobster n flesh of a lobster lobster n any of several edible marine crustaceans of the families Homaridae and Nephropsidae and Palinuridae lobular adj of or relating to or resembling a lobule local n public transport consisting of a bus or train that stops at all stations or stops express local n anesthetic that numbs a particular area of the body local adj relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area national local adj of or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood local adj affecting only a restricted part or area of the body general locale n the scene of any event or action (especially the place of a meeting) venue,locus locality n a surrounding or nearby region vicinity,neighborhood,neighbourhood localization n a determination of the place where something is location,locating,fix localization n (physiology) the principle that specific functions have relatively circumscribed locations in some particular part or organ of the body localize v identify the location or place of place localize v concentrate on a particular place or spot localize v restrict something to a particular area localize v locate set,place localized adj confined or restricted to a particular location localized adj made local or oriented locally locally adv by a particular locality locally adv to a restricted area of the body locate v discover the location of; determine the place of; find by searching or examining locate v determine or indicate the place, site, or limits of, as if by an instrument or by a survey situate locate v assign a location to place,site locate v take up residence and become established settle located adj situated in a particular spot or position placed,set,situated locating n the act of putting something in a certain place placement,location,position,positioning,emplacement locating n a determination of the place where something is localization,location,fix location n a point or extent in space location n the act of putting something in a certain place placement,locating,position,positioning,emplacement location n a determination of the place where something is localization,locating,fix location n a workplace away from a studio at which some or all of a movie may be made studio locator n a person who fixes the boundaries of land claims loch n a long narrow inlet of the sea in Scotland (especially when it is nearly landlocked) loch n Scottish word for a lake lock n a fastener fitted to a door or drawer to keep it firmly closed lock n a strand or cluster of hair curl,ringlet,whorl lock n a mechanism that detonates the charge of a gun lock n enclosure consisting of a section of canal that can be closed to control the water level; used to raise or lower vessels that pass through i lock v fasten with a lock unlock lock v keep engaged engage,mesh,operate lock v become rigid or immoveable unlock lock v hold in a locking position interlock,interlace lockdown n the act of confining prisoners to their cells (usually to regain control during a riot) locke n English empiricist philosopher who believed that all knowledge is derived from sensory experience (1632-1704) locker n a storage compartment for clothes and valuables; usually it has a lock cabinet locker n a fastener that locks or closes locker n a trunk for storing personal possessions; usually kept at the foot of a bed (as in a barracks) footlocker locket n a small ornamental case; usually contains a picture or a lock of hair and is worn on a necklace locking n the act of locking something up to protect it lockup lockman n a worker in charge of a lock (on a canal) lockout n a management action resisting employee's demands; employees are barred from entering the workplace until they agree to terms locksmith n someone who makes or repairs locks lockstitch n machine stitch in which the top thread interlocks with the bobbin thread lockup n jail in a local police station lockup n the act of locking something up to protect it locking loco adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,bats,batty,bonkers,buggy,cracked,crackers locomotion n the power or ability to move locomotion n self-propelled movement travel locomotive n a wheeled vehicle consisting of a self-propelled engine that is used to draw trains along railway tracks engine locomotive adj of or relating to locomotion locomotor locomotor adj of or relating to locomotion locomotive locus n the scene of any event or action (especially the place of a meeting) venue,locale locus n the specific site of a particular gene on its chromosome locus n the set of all points or lines that satisfy or are determined by specific conditions locust n migratory grasshoppers of warm regions having short antennae locust n hardwood from any of various locust trees locust n any of various hardwood trees of the family Leguminosae lode n a deposit of valuable ore occurring within definite boundaries separating it from surrounding rocks load lodestar n guiding star; a star that is used as a reference point in navigation or astronomy lodestar n something that serves as a model or guide lodestone n a permanent magnet consisting of magnetite that possess polarity and has the power to attract as well as to be attracted magnetically lodge n English physicist who studied electromagnetic radiation and was a pioneer of radiotelegraphy (1851-1940) lodge n a formal association of people with similar interests club,society,guild,gild,order lodge n small house at the entrance to the grounds of a country mansion; usually occupied by a gatekeeper or gardener lodge n a small (rustic) house used as a temporary shelter lodge v be a lodger; stay temporarily lodge v put, fix, force, or implant wedge,stick,deposit dislodge lodge v file a formal charge against charge,file lodge v provide housing for accommodate lodgepole n shrubby two-needled pine of coastal northwestern United States; red to yellow-brown bark fissured into small squares lodger n a tenant in someone's house boarder lodging n structures collectively in which people are housed housing lodging n the state or quality of being lodged or fixed even temporarily lodgment lodging n the act of lodging lodgings n temporary living quarters digs,pad lodgment n bringing a charge or accusation against someone lodgment n the state or quality of being lodged or fixed even temporarily lodging lodz n a large city of central Poland loeb n United States physiologist (born in Germany) who did research on parthenogenesis (1859-1924) loess n a fine-grained unstratified accumulation of clay and silt deposited by the wind loft n floor consisting of a large unpartitioned space over a factory or warehouse or other commercial space loft n floor consisting of open space at the top of a house just below roof; often used for storage attic,garret loft n (golf) the backward slant on the head of some golf clubs that is designed to drive the ball high in the air loft n a raised shelter in which pigeons are kept loft v store in a loft loft v propel through the air loft v kick or strike high in the air loft v lay out a full-scale working drawing of the lines of a vessel's hull lofty adj of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style exalted,elevated,sublime,grand,rarefied,idealistic lofty adj of imposing height; especially standing out above others eminent,soaring,towering lofty adj having or displaying great dignity or nobility gallant,majestic,proud log n a segment of the trunk of a tree when stripped of branches log n the exponent required to produce a given number logarithm log n a written record of messages sent or received log n a written record of events on a voyage (of a ship or plane) log v enter into a log, as on ships and planes log v cut lumber, as in woods and forests lumber logan n a mountain peak in the St. Elias Range in the southwestern Yukon Territory in Canada (19,850 feet high) loganberry n red-fruited bramble native from Oregon to Baja California loganberry n large red variety of the dewberry logarithm n the exponent required to produce a given number log logarithmic adj of or relating to or using logarithms logbook n a book in which the log is written loge n balcony consisting of the forward section of a theater mezzanine loge n private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance box logger n a person who fells trees lumberman,lumberjack,feller,faller loggerhead n a stupid person; these words are used to express a low opinion of someone's intelligence dunce,blockhead,bonehead,knucklehead,shithead,dumbass,fuckhead loggerhead n very large carnivorous sea turtle; wide-ranging in warm open seas loggia n a roofed arcade or gallery with open sides stretching along the front or side of a building; often at an upper level logging n the work of cutting down trees for timber logic n the branch of philosophy that analyzes inference logic n reasoned and reasonable judgment logic n the principles that guide reasoning within a given field or situation logic n the system of operations performed by a computer that underlies the machine's representation of logical operations logical adj capable of or reflecting the capability for correct and valid reasoning illogical logical adj based on known statements or events or conditions legitimate logical adj marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts coherent,consistent,ordered logical adj capable of thinking and expressing yourself in a clear and consistent manner coherent,lucid logically adv according to logical reasoning logically adv in a logical manner logician n a person skilled at symbolic logic logion n a saying of Jesus that is regarded as authentic although it is not recorded in the Gospels logistic adj of or relating to logistics logistical logistical adj of or relating to logistics logistic logistics n handling an operation that involves providing labor and materials be supplied as needed logo n a company emblem or device logogram n a single written symbol that represents an entire word or phrase without indicating its pronunciation logographic adj of or relating to logograms or logographs logos n the divine word of God; the second person in the Trinity (incarnate in Jesus) son,word logrolling n act of exchanging favors for mutual gain; especially trading of influence or votes among legislators to gain passage of certain projects logrolling n rotating a log rapidly in the water (as a competitive sport) logwood n very hard brown to brownish-red heartwood of a logwood tree; used in preparing a purplish red dye logwood n spiny shrub or small tree of Central America and West Indies having bipinnate leaves and racemes of small bright yellow flowers and yielding loin n a cut of meat taken from the side and back of an animal between the ribs and the rump loin n either side of the backbone between the hipbone and the ribs in humans as well as quadrupeds loincloth n a garment that provides covering for the loins loins n the lower part of the abdomen just above the external genital organs pubes loins n the region of the hips and groin and lower abdomen loir n large European dormouse loire n the longest French river; rises in the Massif Central and flows north and west to the Atlantic Ocean loiter v be about lounge,footle,lollygag,loaf,tarry,linger,lurk loki n (Norse mythology) trickster; god of discord and mischief; contrived death of Balder and was overcome by Thor lolita n a sexually precocious young girl loll v hang loosely or laxly droop loll v be lazy or idle bum,loaf lollipop n ice cream or water ice on a small wooden stick lolly,popsicle lollipop n hard candy on a stick sucker lollop v walk clumsily and with a bounce lolly n informal terms for money boodle,bread,cabbage,clams,dinero,dough,kale,lettuce lolly n ice cream or water ice on a small wooden stick lollipop,popsicle lollygag v be about loiter,lounge,footle,loaf,tarry,linger,lurk lombard n a member of a Germanic people who invaded northern Italy in the 6th century london n the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center london n United States writer of novels based on experiences in the Klondike gold rush (1876-1916) londoner n a native or resident of London lone adj lacking companions or companionship alone,lonely,solitary lone adj characterized by or preferring solitude lonely,solitary lone adj being the only one; single and isolated from others lonesome,only,sole,solitary loneliness n the state of being alone in solitary isolation solitariness loneliness n sadness resulting from being forsaken or abandoned desolation loneliness n a disposition toward being alone solitariness lonely adj lacking companions or companionship alone,lone,solitary lonely adj marked by dejection from being alone lonesome lonely adj characterized by or preferring solitude lone,solitary lonely adj devoid of creatures solitary loner n a person who avoids the company or assistance of others lonesome adj being the only one; single and isolated from others lone,only,sole,solitary lonesome adj marked by dejection from being alone lonely long v desire strongly or persistently hanker,yearn long adj primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specif short long adj primarily spatial sense; of relatively great or greater than average spatial extension or extension as specified short long adj of relatively great height long adj good at remembering tenacious long adv for an extended time or at a distant time long adv for an extended distance longan n tree of southeastern Asia to Australia grown primarily for its sweet edible fruit resembling litchi nuts; sometimes placed in genera Euphorb longbow n a powerful wooden bow drawn by hand; usually 5-6 feet long; used in medieval England longer n a person with a strong desire for something longer adv for more time longest adv for the most time longevity n duration of service longevity n the property of being long-lived seniority longfellow n United States poet remembered for his long narrative poems (1807-1882) longhand n rapid handwriting in which letters are set down in full and are cursively connected within words without lifting the writing implement from longhand adj having words written out in full by hand longhorn n long-horned beef cattle formerly common in southwestern United States longing n prolonged unfulfilled desire or need yearning longingly adv in a yearning manner longish adj somewhat long longitude n the angular distance between a point on any meridian and the prime meridian at Greenwich longitudinal adj of or relating to lines of longitude longitudinal adj running lengthwise longitudinal adj over an extended time longlegs n long-legged three-toed black-and-white wading bird of inland ponds and marshes or brackish lagoons stilt longtime adj having existed or persisted or continued in a particular role or state for a long time loo n a toilet in Britain closet loofah n the dried fibrous part of the fruit of a plant of the genus Luffa; used as a washing sponge or strainer loofah n the loofah climber that has cylindrical fruit look n the feelings expressed on a person's face expression,aspect,face look n the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually looking look n physical appearance look n the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people spirit,tone,feel,feeling,flavor,smell look v perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards look v give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect appear,seem look v have a certain outward or facial expression look v search or seek search looker n a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind) spectator,witness,viewer,watcher looker n a very attractive or seductive looking woman smasher,stunner,knockout,beauty,sweetheart,peach,lulu,dish looking n the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually look looking n the act of searching visually looking adj appearing to be as specified; usually used as combining forms sounding lookout n a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event sentinel,sentry,watch,spotter,scout,picket lookout n an elevated post affording a wide view lookout n a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings observatory lookout n the act of looking out outlook lookup n an operation that determines whether one or more of a set of items has a specified property search loom n a textile machine for weaving yarn into a textile loom v come into view indistinctly, often threateningly loom v appear very large or occupy a commanding position tower,predominate,hulk loom v hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing brood,hover loom v weave on a loom loon n a worthless lazy fellow loon n large somewhat primitive fish-eating diving bird of the northern hemisphere having webbed feet placed far back; related to the grebes diver loon n a person with confused ideas; incapable of serious thought birdbrain looney n someone deranged and possibly dangerous crazy,loony,weirdo loony n someone deranged and possibly dangerous crazy,looney,weirdo loony adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,bats,batty,bonkers,buggy,cracked,crackers loop n fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines eyelet loop n anything with a round or oval shape (formed by a curve that is closed and does not intersect itself) loop n (computer science) a single execution of a set of instructions that are to be repeated iteration loop n an inner circle of advisors (especially under President Reagan) loop v move in loops loop v make a loop in intertwine loop v fly loops, perform a loop loop v wind around something in coils or loops coil,curl looper n small hairless caterpillar having legs on only its front and rear segments; mostly larvae of moths of the family Geometridae inchworm loophole n an ambiguity (especially one in the text of a law or contract) that makes it possible to evade a difficulty or obligation loophole n a small hole in a fortified wall; for observation or discharging weapons looping n (computer science) executing the same set of instructions a given number of times or until a specified result is obtained iteration loopy adj consisting of or covered with or having loops loopy adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,bats,batty,bonkers,buggy,cracked,crackers loos n Austrian architect (1870-1933) loose v grant freedom to; free from confinement free,liberate,release loose v turn loose or free from restraint unleash loose v make loose or looser loosen loose v become loose or looser or less tight loosen,relax loose adj not compact or dense in structure or arrangement compact loose adj (of a ball in sport) not in the possession or control of any player loose adj not tight; not closely constrained or constricted or constricting tight loose adj not officially recognized or controlled informal loose adv without restraint free loosely adv in a relaxed manner; not rigid loosely adv in a loose manner loosely adv without regard to specific details or exceptions broadly,generally loosely adv structurally open and not compact or close loosen v make loose or looser loose stiffen loosen v make less severe or strict relax loosen v become less severe or strict relax loosen v disentangle and raise the fibers of tease loosened adj straightened out loosening n an occurrence of control or strength weakening relaxation,slackening loosening n the act of making something less tight tightening loosestrife n any of numerous herbs and subshrubs of the genus Lythrum loosestrife n any of various herbs and subshrubs of the genus Lysimachia loot n goods or money obtained illegally booty,pillage,plunder,prize,swag loot n informal terms for money boodle,bread,cabbage,clams,dinero,dough,kale,lettuce loot v take illegally; of intellectual property plunder loot v steal goods; take as spoils plunder,reave,strip,rifle,ransack,pillage,foray looted adj wrongfully emptied or stripped of anything of value pillaged,plundered,ransacked looter n someone who takes spoils or plunder (as in war) pillager,spoiler,raider looting n plundering during riots or in wartime robbery lop v cut off from a whole sever lop v cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of snip,clip,crop,trim,dress,prune lope n a slow pace of running jog,trot lope n a smooth three-beat gait; between a trot and a gallop canter lope v run easily lopsided adj having one side lower or smaller or lighter than the other lopsided adj turned or twisted toward one side askew,awry,cockeyed,wonky loquacious adj full of trivial conversation chatty,gabby,garrulous,talkative,talky loquat n evergreen tree of warm regions having fuzzy yellow olive-sized fruit with a large free stone; native to China and Japan loquat n yellow olive-sized semitropical fruit with a large free stone and relatively little flesh; used for jellies lorazepam n tranquilizer (trade name Ativan) used to treat anxiety and tension and insomnia lorchel n a large fungus of the family Helvellaceae lord n terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God godhead,creator,maker,divine,almighty,jehovah lord n a person who has general authority over others overlord,master lord n a titled peer of the realm noble,nobleman lady lord v make a lord of someone lordly adj of or befitting a lord august,grand lordly adj having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy disdainful,haughty,imperious,overbearing,sniffy,supercilious,swaggering lordship n a title used to address any British peer except a duke and extended to a bishop or a judge lordship n the authority of a lord lore n knowledge gained through tradition or anecdote lorelei n a Siren of German legend who lured boatmen in the Rhine to destruction loren n Italian film actress (born in 1934) lorenz n Austrian zoologist who studied the behavior of birds and emphasized the importance of innate as opposed to learned behaviors (1903-1989) lorgnette n eyeglasses that are held to the eyes with a long handle lorraine n an eastern French region rich in iron-ore deposits lorry n a large low horse-drawn wagon without sides lorry n a large truck designed to carry heavy loads; usually without sides lory n small brightly colored Australasian parrots having a brush-tipped tongue for feeding on nectar and soft fruits lose v fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense keep lose v fail to win win lose v suffer the loss of a person through death or removal lose v miss from one's possessions; lose sight of find loser n a contestant who loses the contest winner loser n a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently failure,nonstarter achiever loser n a gambler who loses a bet winner loss n something that is lost loss n gradual decline in amount or activity loss n the act of losing someone or something loss n the disadvantage that results from losing something deprivation losses n something lost (especially money lost at gambling) lost n people who are destined to die soon doomed lost adj no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered found lost adj having lost your bearings; confused as to time or place or personal identity confused,disoriented lost adj spiritually or physically doomed or destroyed saved lost adj not gained or won won lot n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,deal,flock,heap,mass,mess,mickle,mint lot n a parcel of land having fixed boundaries lot n an unofficial association of people or groups set,circle,band lot n your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) fortune,destiny,fate,luck,circumstances,portion lot v divide into lots, as of land, for example lot v administer or bestow, as in small portions distribute,administer,deal,dispense,allot lotion n any of various cosmetic preparations that are applied to the skin lotion n liquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or medicinal action when applied to the skin application lots n a large number or amount tons,dozens,heaps,piles,scores,stacks,loads,rafts lots adv to a very great degree or extent much lotte n fishes having large mouths with a wormlike filament attached for luring prey goosefish,angler,anglerfish,monkfish lottery n something that is regarded as a chance event lottery n players buy (or are given) chances and prizes are distributed by casting lots drawing lotto n a game in which numbered balls are drawn at random and players cover the corresponding numbers on their cards bingo,keno lotus n native to eastern Asia; widely cultivated for its large pink or white flowers lotus n annual or perennial herbs or subshrubs lotus n white Egyptian lotus: water lily of Egypt to southeastern Africa; held sacred by the Egyptians loud adj characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity soft loud adj tastelessly showy brassy,cheap,flash,flashy,garish,gaudy,tacky,tatty loud adj (used chiefly as a direction or description in music) loud; with force forte loud adv with relatively high volume loudly,aloud louden v become louder quieten louden v cause to become loud quieten loudly adv with relatively high volume loud,aloud softly loudly adv in manner that attracts attention loudly adv used as a direction in music; to be played relatively loudly forte loudmouth n a person who causes trouble by speaking indiscreetly loudspeaker n electro-acoustic transducer that converts electrical signals into sounds loud enough to be heard at a distance speaker lough n a long narrow (nearly landlocked) cove in Ireland lough n Irish word for a lake louis n United States prizefighter who was world heavyweight champion for 12 years (1914-1981) louisiana n a state in southern United States on the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War la louisianian n a native or resident of Louisiana louisville n the largest city in Kentucky; located in north central Kentucky on the Ohio river; site of the Kentucky Derby lounge n an upholstered seat for more than one person sofa,couch lounge n a room (as in a hotel or airport) with seating where people can wait lounge v sit or recline comfortably lounge v be about loiter,footle,lollygag,loaf,tarry,linger,lurk loupe n small magnifying glass (usually set in an eyepiece) used by jewelers and horologists lour v set lower lower lour v make lower or quieter lower lour v look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval frown,glower,lower louse n wingless usually flattened bloodsucking insect parasitic on warm-blooded animals louse n a person who has a nasty or unethical character undeserving of respect worm,insect louse n any of several small insects especially aphids that feed by sucking the juices from plants louse n wingless insect with mouth parts adapted for biting; mostly parasitic on birds lousiness n infestation with lice (Pediculus humanus) resulting in severe itching lousiness n the quality of being disgusting to the senses or emotions wickedness lousy adj very bad icky,crappy,rotten,shitty,stinking,stinky lousy adj infested with lice lousy adj vile; despicable dirty,filthy lout n an awkward stupid person clod,goon,oaf,lubber,lummox,lump,gawk loutish adj ill-mannered and coarse and contemptible in behavior or appearance boorish,neanderthal louver n one of a set of parallel slats in a door or window to admit air and reject rain louvre,fin louvre n an art museum that is a famous tourist attraction in Paris louvre n one of a set of parallel slats in a door or window to admit air and reject rain louver,fin lovable adj having characteristics that attract love or affection hateful lovage n herb native to southern Europe; cultivated for its edible stalks and foliage and seeds lovage n stalks eaten like celery or candied like angelica; seeds used for flavoring or pickled like capers love n a strong positive emotion of regard and affection hate love n any object of warm affection or devotion passion love n a beloved person; used as terms of endearment beloved,dear,dearest,honey love n a deep feeling of sexual desire and attraction love v have a great affection or liking for hate love v get pleasure from enjoy love v be enamored or in love with love v have sexual intercourse with know,screw,fuck,jazz,eff,hump,bed,bang loved adj held dear unloved lovelace n English poet (1618-1857) loveless adj without love loveless adj receiving no love loveliness n the quality of being good looking and attractive fairness lovell n English astronomer who pioneered radio astronomy (born in 1913) lovelorn adj unhappy in love; suffering from unrequited love bereft lovely n a very pretty girl who works as a photographer's model lovely adj appealing to the emotions as well as the eye lovely adj lovable especially in a childlike or naive way adorable,endearing lovemaking n sexual activities (often including sexual intercourse) between two people love lover n a person who loves someone or is loved by someone lover n an ardent follower and admirer fan,buff,devotee lover n a significant other to whom you are not related by marriage lovesome adj having or displaying warmth or affection affectionate,fond,tender loving adj feeling or showing love and affection lovingly adv with fondness; with love fondly low n an air mass of lower pressure; often brings precipitation depression low n British political cartoonist (born in New Zealand) who created the character Colonel Blimp (1891-1963) low n a low level or position or degree high low n the lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle; used to start a car moving first low v make a low noise, characteristic of bovines moo low adj less than normal in degree or intensity or amount high low adj literal meanings; being at or having a relatively small elevation or upward extension high low adj very low in volume low adj unrefined in character low adv in a low position; near the ground lowborn adj of humble birth or origins noble lowbrow n a person who is uninterested in intellectual pursuits philistine lowbrow adj characteristic of a person who is not cultivated or does not have intellectual tastes lowell n United States poet (1917-1977) lowell n United States astronomer whose studies of Mars led him to conclude that Mars was inhabited (1855-1916) lowell n United States poet (1874-1925) lowell n United States educator and president of Harvard University (1856-1943) lower n the lower of two berths lower v move something or somebody to a lower position raise lower v set lower lour lower v make lower or quieter lour lower v cause to drop or sink depress lowercase n the characters that were once kept in bottom half of a compositor's type case minuscule lowercase adj relating to small (not capitalized) letters that were kept in the lower half of a compositor's type case lowered adj below the surround or below the normal position raised lowering n the act of causing to become less lowering n the act of causing something to move to a lower level lowering adj darkened by clouds heavy,sullen,threatening lowest adj lowest in rank or importance last lowest adv in the lowest position; nearest the ground lowland n low level country highland lowland adj of relatively low or level country upland lowlands n the southern part of Scotland that is not mountainous lowlife n a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible rotter,rat,skunk,stinker,bum,puke,crumb,git lowly adj low or inferior in station or quality humble,low,modest,small lowly adj inferior in rank or status petty,secondary,subaltern lowly adj used of unskilled work (especially domestic work) humble,menial lowly adj of low birth or station (`base' is archaic in this sense) base,humble lowry n English painter (1887-1976) lowry n English novelist (1909-1957) lox n a bluish translucent magnetic liquid obtained by compressing gaseous oxygen and then cooling it below its boiling point; used as an oxidizer lox n brine-cured salmon that is lightly smoked loyal adj steadfast in allegiance or duty disloyal loyal adj inspired by love for your country patriotic loyal adj unwavering in devotion to friend or vow or cause firm,fast loyalist n a person who is loyal to their allegiance (especially in times of revolt) stalwart loyally adv with loyalty; in a loyal manner loyalty n the quality of being loyal disloyalty loyalty n feelings of allegiance loyalty n the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action commitment,allegiance,dedication lozenge n a small aromatic or medicated candy lozenge n a dose of medicine in the form of a small pellet pill,tablet,tab lp n a long-playing phonograph record; designed to be played at 33.3 rpm lsd n a powerful hallucinogenic drug manufactured from lysergic acid lu n a trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; usually occurs in association with yttrium luau n an elaborate Hawaiian feast or party (especially one accompanied by traditional foods and entertainment) luba n a member of a Bantu people in southeastern Congo luba n a Bantu language spoken in southeastern Congo lubber n an awkward stupid person lout,clod,goon,oaf,lummox,lump,gawk lubber n an inexperienced sailor; a sailor on the first voyage landsman lubbock n a city in northwest Texas to the south of Amarillo lube n a substance capable of reducing friction by making surfaces smooth or slippery lubricant lube v apply a lubricant to lubricate lubricant n a substance capable of reducing friction by making surfaces smooth or slippery lube lubricate v have lubricating properties lubricate v apply a lubricant to lube lubricate v make slippery or smooth through the application of a lubricant lubricated adj smeared with oil or grease to reduce friction greased lubrication n the condition of having been made smooth or slippery by the application of a lubricant lubrication n an application of a lubricant to something lubricious adj having a smooth or slippery quality lubricious adj characterized by lust lustful,prurient,salacious lubricity n feeling morbid sexual desire or a propensity to lewdness lasciviousness lucas n United States screenwriter and filmmaker (born in 1944) luce n United States publisher of magazines (1898-1967) luce n United States playwright and public official (1902-1987) lucent adj softly bright or radiant aglow,lambent,luminous lucerne n important European leguminous forage plant with trifoliate leaves and blue-violet flowers grown widely as a pasture and hay crop alfalfa lucid adj (of language) transparently clear; easily understandable perspicuous lucid adj having a clear mind lucid adj capable of thinking and expressing yourself in a clear and consistent manner coherent,logical lucid adj transmitting light; able to be seen through with clarity crystalline,transparent lucidity n free from obscurity and easy to understand; the comprehensibility of clear expression clarity,clearness lucidity n a lucid state of mind; not confused lucidly adv in a clear and lucid manner lucifer n (Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind; master of Hell satan,devil,beelzebub lucifer n a planet (usually Venus) seen just before sunrise in the eastern sky daystar,phosphorus lucifer n lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction match lucite n a transparent thermoplastic acrylic resin luck n your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) fortune,destiny,fate,lot,circumstances,portion luck n an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another fortune,chance,hazard luck n an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that leads to a favorable outcome fortune luckily adv by good fortune fortunately luckless adj having or bringing misfortune unlucky lucknow n a city in northern India in Uttar Pradesh; 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often used for fishing bait lugworm lug v carry with difficulty tote,tug lug v obstruct stuff,block luge n a racing sled for one or two people luge v move along on a luge or toboggan toboggan luger n a German semiautomatic pistol luger n someone who races the luge slider luggage n cases used to carry belongings when traveling baggage lugger n small fishing boat rigged with one or more lugsails lugosi n United States film actor (born in Hungary) noted for portraying monsters (1884-1956) lugubrious adj excessively mournful lugworm n marine worms having a row of tufted gills along each side of the back; often used for fishing bait lug luke n (New Testament) the Apostle closely associated with St. Paul and traditionally assumed to be the author of the third Gospel luke n one of the four Gospels in the New Testament; contains details of Jesus's birth and early life lukewarm adj moderately warm tepid lukewarm adj feeling or showing little interest or enthusiasm halfhearted,tepid lull n a pause during which things are calm or activities are diminished letup lull n a period of calm weather quiet lull v calm by deception lull v become quiet or less intensive lull v make calm or still calm,quiet,tranquilize,quieten,still lullaby n a quiet song intended to lull a child to sleep lullaby n the act of singing a quiet song to lull a child to sleep lulu n a very attractive or seductive looking woman smasher,stunner,knockout,beauty,sweetheart,peach,looker,dish lumbago n backache affecting the lumbar region or lower back; can be caused by muscle strain or arthritis or vascular insufficiency or a ruptured inte lumbar adj of or relating to or near the part of the back between the ribs and the hipbones lumber n the wood of trees cut and prepared for use as building material timber lumber n an implement used in baseball by the batter lumber v move heavily or clumsily pound lumber v cut lumber, as in woods and forests log lumbering n the trade of cutting or preparing or selling timber lumbering adj slow and laborious because of weight heavy,ponderous lumberjack n a person who fells trees lumberman,logger,feller,faller lumberjack n a short warm outer jacket lumberman n a person who fells trees lumberjack,logger,feller,faller lumbermill n a mill for dressing logs and lumber sawmill lumberyard n a workplace where lumber is stocked for sale lumen n a unit of luminous flux equal to the amount of light given out through a solid angle of 1 steradian by a point source of 1 candela intensity lumen n a cavity or passage in a tubular organ luminal n a long-acting barbiturate used as a sedative luminance n the quality of being luminous; emitting or reflecting light brightness,light luminary n a celebrity who is an inspiration to others notable,notability luminescence n light not due to incandescence; occurs at low temperatures luminescence n light from nonthermal sources glow luminescent adj emitting light not caused by heat luminous adj softly bright or radiant aglow,lambent,lucent lummox n an awkward stupid person lout,clod,goon,oaf,lubber,lump,gawk lump n a compact mass ball,clod,glob,clump,chunk lump n an abnormal protuberance or localized enlargement swelling lump n an awkward stupid person lout,clod,goon,oaf,lubber,lummox,gawk lump n a large piece of something without definite shape hunk lump v put together indiscriminately chunk lump v group or chunk together in a certain order or place side by side collocate,chunk lumpen adj mentally sluggish lumpish,unthinking lumper n a laborer who loads and unloads vessels in a port stevedore,loader,docker lumper n a taxonomist who classifies organisms into large groups on the basis of major characteristics splitter lumpish adj mentally sluggish lumpen,unthinking lumpy adj like or containing small sticky lumps chunky lumpy adj having lumps; not smooth and even in texture luna n (Roman mythology) the goddess of the Moon; counterpart of Greek Selene lunacy n obsolete terms for legal insanity madness lunacy n foolish or senseless behavior folly,foolery,tomfoolery,craziness,indulgence lunar adj of or relating to or associated with the moon lunate adj resembling the new moon in shape crescent lunatic n an insane person madman,maniac lunatic n a reckless impetuous irresponsible person daredevil,madcap lunatic adj insane and believed to be affected by the phases of the moon lunch n a midday meal luncheon,tiffin lunch v take the midday meal lunch v provide a midday meal for luncheon n a midday meal lunch,tiffin lunching n the act of eating lunch lunchroom n a restaurant (in a facility) where lunch can be purchased lunchtime n the customary or habitual hour for eating lunch lund n a city in southern Sweden lung n either of two saclike respiratory organs in the chest of vertebrates; serves to remove carbon dioxide and provide oxygen to the blood lunge n the act of moving forward suddenly lurch lunge n (fencing) an attacking thrust made with one foot forward and the back leg straight and with the sword arm outstretched forward lunge v make a thrusting forward movement hurl,hurtle,thrust lunger n someone who moves forward suddenly (as in fencing) lunger n a person with pulmonary tuberculosis lungfish n air-breathing fish having an elongated body and fleshy paired fins; certain species construct mucus-lined mud coverings in which to survive lunt n United States actor who performed with his wife Lynn Fontanne in many stage productions (1893-1977) lunula n the crescent-shaped area at the base of the human fingernail lunula n a crescent-shaped metal ornament of the Bronze Age luo n a Nilotic language luoyang n a city in east central China; the capital of ancient China during several dynasties lupin n any plant of the genus Lupinus; bearing erect spikes of usually purplish-blue flowers lupine lupine n any plant of the genus Lupinus; bearing erect spikes of usually purplish-blue flowers lupin lupine adj of or relating to or characteristic of wolves lupus n any of several forms of ulcerative skin disease lupus n a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Centaurus lurch n an unsteady uneven gait stumble,stagger lurch n a decisive defeat in a game (especially in cribbage) lurch n abrupt up-and-down motion (as caused by a ship or other conveyance) pitch,pitching lurch n the act of moving forward suddenly lunge lurch v walk as if unable to control one's movements stagger,reel,keel,swag,careen lurch v move abruptly pitch,shift lurch v move slowly and unsteadily lurch v loiter about, with no apparent aim prowl lure n qualities that attract by seeming to promise some kind of reward enticement lure n anything that serves as an enticement bait,hook,sweetener lure n something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed bait,decoy lure v provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion entice,tempt lurid adj horrible in fierceness or savagery lurid adj glaringly vivid and graphic; marked by sensationalism shocking lurid adj shining with an unnatural red glow as of fire seen through smoke lurid adj ghastly pale lurk v lie in wait, lie in ambush, behave in a sneaky and secretive manner skulk lurk v be about loiter,lounge,footle,lollygag,loaf,tarry,linger lurk v wait in hiding to attack ambush,scupper,bushwhack,waylay lurker n someone waiting in concealment luscious adj having strong sexual appeal juicy,toothsome,voluptuous,lush luscious adj extremely pleasing to the sense of taste delectable,delicious,scrumptious,toothsome,yummy lush n a person who drinks alcohol to excess habitually alcoholic,boozer,soaker,souse lush adj produced or growing in extreme abundance exuberant,luxuriant,profuse,riotous lush adj having strong sexual appeal juicy,luscious,toothsome,voluptuous lush adj ostentatiously rich and superior in quality deluxe,gilded,grand,luxurious,opulent,princely,sumptuous lush adj tender and full of juice succulent lusitania n ancient region and Roman province on the Iberian Peninsula; corresponds roughly to modern Portugal and parts of Spain lust n a strong sexual desire lust n self-indulgent sexual desire (personified as one of the deadly sins) lust v have a craving, appetite, or great desire for crave,hunger,thirst,starve luster n a quality that outshines the usual splendor,splendour luster n the visual property of something that shines with reflected light sheen luster n a surface coating for ceramics or porcelain lusterless adj lacking brilliance or vitality lackluster lusterless adj lacking luster or shine lackluster lustful adj characterized by lust lubricious,prurient,salacious lustful adj driven by lust; preoccupied with or exhibiting lustful desires lascivious,lewd lustful adj vigorously passionate lusty,concupiscent lustrate v purify by means of a ritual; also used in post-Communist countries to refer to the political cleansing of former officials lustrous adj made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow bright,burnished,shining,shiny lustrous adj brilliant lustrous adj reflecting light glistening,glossy,shiny,shining lustrum n a period of five years lustrum n a ceremonial purification of the Roman population every five years following the census lusty adj vigorously passionate lustful,concupiscent lusty adj endowed with or exhibiting great bodily or mental health hearty lute n a substance for packing a joint or coating a porous surface to make it impervious to gas or liquid lute n chordophone consisting of a plucked instrument having a pear-shaped body, a usually bent neck, and a fretted fingerboard lutefisk n dried cod soaked in a lye solution before boiling to give it a gelatinous consistency luther n German theologian who led the Reformation; believed that salvation is granted on the basis of faith rather than deeds (1483-1546) lutheran n follower of Lutheranism lutheran adj of or pertaining to Martin Luther or his teachings lutheran adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of the branch of the Protestant Church adhering to the views of Luther lux n a unit of illumination equal to 1 lumen per square meter; 0.0929 foot candle luxate v move out of position dislocate,splay,slip luxe adj elegant and sumptuous deluxe luxembourg n the capital and largest city of Luxembourg luxembourg n a grand duchy (a constitutional monarchy) landlocked in northwestern Europe between France and Belgium and Germany; an international financi luxor n a city in central Egypt on the east bank of the Nile that is a center for visitors to the ruins of and around Thebes luxuriant adj marked by complexity and richness of detail elaborate luxuriant adj displaying luxury and furnishing gratification to the senses epicurean,luxurious,voluptuous luxuriant adj produced or growing in extreme abundance exuberant,lush,profuse,riotous luxurious adj displaying luxury and furnishing gratification to the senses epicurean,luxuriant,voluptuous luxurious adj ostentatiously rich and superior in quality deluxe,gilded,grand,opulent,princely,sumptuous,lush luxury n something that is an indulgence rather than a necessity luxury n the quality possessed by something that is excessively expensive lavishness luxury n wealth as evidenced by sumptuous living opulence lycia n an ancient region on the coast of southwest Asia Minor lycian n an Anatolian language lydia n an ancient region on the coast of western Asia Minor; a powerful kingdom until conquered by the Persians in 546 BC lye n a strong solution of sodium or potassium hydroxide lying n the deliberate act of deviating from the truth prevarication,fabrication lymph n a thin coagulable fluid (similar to plasma but) containing white blood cells (lymphocytes) and chyle; is conveyed to the blood stream by lym lymphadenopathy n chronic abnormal enlargement of the lymph nodes (usually associated with disease) lymphatic adj of or relating to or produced by lymph lymphoblast n an immature lymphocyte lymphocyte n an agranulocytic leukocyte that normally makes up a quarter of the white blood cell count but increases in the presence of infection lymphoid adj resembling lymph or lymphatic tissues lymphoma n a neoplasm of lymph tissue that is usually malignant; one of the four major types of cancer lynch v kill without legal sanction lynching n putting a person to death by mob action without due process of law lynx n a text browser lynx n short-tailed wildcats with usually tufted ears; valued for their fur catamount lyon n a city in east-central France on the Rhone River; a principal producer of silk and rayon lyons lyonnais n a former province of east central France; now administered by Rhone-Alpes lyonnaise adj cooked with onions lyons n a city in east-central France on the Rhone River; a principal producer of silk and rayon lyon lyons n the council in 1274 that effected a temporary reunion of the Greek Orthodox with the Roman Catholic Church lyons n the council of the Western Church in 1245 that excommunicated Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II and planned a new crusade against the Holy Lan lyra n a small constellation in the northern hemisphere near Cygnus and Draco; contains the star Vega lyre n a harp used by ancient Greeks for accompaniment lyric n the text of a popular song or musical-comedy number words,language lyric n a short poem of songlike quality lyric v write lyrics for (a song) lyric adj expressing deep emotion lyrical lyric adj used of a singer or singing voice that is light in volume and modest in range dramatic lyric adj relating to or being musical drama lyric adj of or relating to a category of poetry that expresses emotion (often in a songlike way) lyrical adj suitable for or suggestive of singing lyrical adj expressing deep emotion lyric lyrically adv in a lyrical manner lyricism n the property of being suitable for singing lyricism n unrestrained and exaggerated enthusiasm lyricist n a person who writes the words for songs lyrist lyrist n a person who writes the words for songs lyricist lysander n Spartan general who defeated the Athenians in the final battle of the Peloponnesian War (died in 395 BC) lysine n an essential amino acid found in proteins; occurs especially in gelatin and casein lysis n recuperation in which the symptoms of an acute disease gradually subside lysis n (biochemistry) dissolution or destruction of cells such as blood cells or bacteria lyssa n an acute viral disease of the nervous system of warm-blooded animals (usually transmitted by the bite of a rabid animal); rabies is fatal if rabies,hydrophobia,madness lytton n English writer of historical romances (1803-1873) m n the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards) meter,metre m n concentration measured by the number of moles of solute per liter of solution m n the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 thousand,k,g,grand,thou,yard m n a unit of information equal to 1000 kilobytes or 10^6 (1,000,000) bytes m adj denoting a quantity consisting of 1,000 items or units thousand,k ma n informal terms for a mother mama,mamma,mom,momma,mommy,mum,mummy ma n a master's degree in arts and sciences am ma n one thousandth of an ampere ma n a state in New England; one of the original 13 colonies massachusetts ma'am n a woman of refinement dame,madam,lady,gentlewoman maar n a flat-bottomed volcanic crater that was formed by an explosion; often filled with water mac n a waterproof raincoat made of rubberized fabric macintosh,mackintosh,mack macabre adj shockingly repellent; inspiring horror ghastly,grim,grisly,gruesome,sick macaca n macaques; rhesus monkeys macadam n broken stone used in macadamized roadways macadam n a paved surface having compressed layers of broken rocks held together with tar tarmac macadamia n any tree of the genus Macadamia macao n a former Portuguese province on the south coast of China and two islands in the South China Sea; reverted to China in 1999 macau macaque n short-tailed monkey of rocky regions of Asia and Africa macaroni n a British dandy in the 18th century who affected Continental mannerisms macaroni n pasta in the form of slender tubes macaroon n chewy cookie usually containing almond paste macarthur n United States general who served as chief of staff and commanded Allied forces in the South Pacific during World War II; he accepted the sur macau n a former Portuguese province on the south coast of China and two islands in the South China Sea; reverted to China in 1999 macao macaulay n English historian noted for his history of England (1800-1859) macaw n long-tailed brilliantly colored parrot of Central America and South America; among the largest and showiest of parrots macbeth n king of Scotland (died in 1057) mace n (trademark) a liquid that temporarily disables a person; prepared as an aerosol and sprayed in the face, it irritates the eyes and causes di mace n an official who carries a mace of office mace n spice made from the dried fleshy covering of the nutmeg seed mace n a ceremonial staff carried as a symbol of office or authority macedonia n landlocked republic on the Balkan Peninsula; achieved independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 macedonia n the ancient kingdom of Philip II and Alexander the Great in the southeastern Balkans that is now divided among modern Macedonia and Greece a macedonian n a native or inhabitant of Macedon macedonian n the Slavic language of modern Macedonia macedonian adj of or relating to Macedonia or its inhabitants macerate v separate into constituents by soaking macerate v become soft or separate and disintegrate as a result of excessive soaking macerate v soften, usually by steeping in liquid, and cause to disintegrate as a result macerate v cause to grow thin or weak waste,emaciate maceration n softening due to soaking or steeping maceration n extreme leanness (usually caused by starvation or disease) gauntness macgregor n Scottish clan leader and outlaw who was the subject of a 1817 novel by Sir Walter Scott (1671-1734) mach n Austrian physicist and philosopher who introduced the Mach number and who founded logical positivism (1838-1916) machete n a large heavy knife used in Central and South America as a weapon or for cutting vegetation panga machiavelli n a statesman of Florence who advocated a strong central government (1469-1527) machiavellian n a follower of Machiavelli's principles machiavellian adj of or relating to Machiavelli or the principles of conduct he recommended machinate v arrange by systematic planning and united effort organize,prepare,devise machinate v engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together conspire,cabal,complot,conjure machination n a crafty and involved plot to achieve your (usually sinister) ends intrigue machine n any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks machine n an efficient person machine n an intricate organization that accomplishes its goals efficiently machine n a device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point machine v turn, shape, mold, or otherwise finish by machinery machine v make by machinery machinery n machines or machine systems collectively machinery n a system of means and activities whereby a social institution functions machinist n a craftsman skilled in operating machine tools mechanic macho n a male exhibiting or characterized by machismo macho adj used of men; markedly masculine in appearance or manner butch macintosh n a lightweight waterproof (usually rubberized) fabric mackintosh macintosh n a waterproof raincoat made of rubberized fabric mackintosh,mac,mack mack n a waterproof raincoat made of rubberized fabric macintosh,mackintosh,mac mackenzie n Canadian explorer (born in England) who explored the Mackenzie River and who was first to cross North America by land north of Mexico (1764- mackenzie n a Canadian river; flows into the Beaufort Sea mackerel n flesh of very important usually small (to 18 in) fatty Atlantic fish mackerel n any of various fishes of the family Scombridae mackinaw n a short plaid coat made of made of thick woolen material mackinaw n a thick plaid blanket formerly used in the northwestern United States mackinaw n a flat-bottomed boat used on upper Great Lakes mackinaw n a heavy woolen cloth heavily napped and felted, often with a plaid design mackintosh n a lightweight waterproof (usually rubberized) fabric macintosh mackintosh n a waterproof raincoat made of rubberized fabric macintosh,mac,mack macleish n United States poet (1892-1982) macleod n Scottish physiologist who directed the research by F. G. Banting and C. H. Best that led to the discovery of insulin (1876-1935) macon n a city in central Georgia to the southeast of Atlanta macon n fine Burgundy wine usually white and dry macrame n a relatively coarse lace; made by weaving and knotting cords macrame v make knotted patterns macro n a single computer instruction that results in a series of instructions in machine language macro adj very large in scale or scope or capability macromolecule n any very large complex molecule; found only in plants and animals macron n a diacritical mark (-) placed above a vowel to indicate a long sound macrophage n a large phagocyte; some are fixed and other circulate in the blood stream macula n a cooler darker spot appearing periodically on the sun's photosphere; associated with a strong magnetic field sunspot macula n a small yellowish central area of the retina that is rich in cones and that mediates clear detailed vision macula n a patch of skin that is discolored but not usually elevated; caused by various diseases maculate v make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically tarnish,stain,sully,defile maculate v spot, stain, or pollute foul,defile maculate adj morally blemished; stained or impure maculate adj spotted or blotched mad adj roused to anger huffy,sore mad adj affected with madness or insanity crazy,demented,disturbed,sick,unbalanced,unhinged mad adj marked by uncontrolled excitement or emotion delirious,excited,frantic,unrestrained mad adj very foolish harebrained,insane madagascar n a republic on the island of Madagascar; achieved independence from France in 1960 madagascar n an island in the Indian Ocean off the southeastern coast of Africa; the 4th largest island in the world madam n a woman of refinement dame,ma'am,lady,gentlewoman madam n a woman who runs a house of prostitution madame n title used for a married Frenchwoman madcap n a reckless impetuous irresponsible person daredevil,lunatic madcap adj characterized by undue haste and lack of thought or deliberation impulsive,impetuous,tearaway madden v cause to go crazy; cause to lose one's mind craze madden v drive up the wall; go on someone's nerves madden v make mad maddening adj extremely annoying or displeasing exasperating,infuriating,vexing madder n Eurasian herb having small yellow flowers and red roots formerly an important source of the dye alizarin madder v color a moderate to strong red made adj produced by a manufacturing process made adj (of a bed) having the sheets and blankets set in order unmade made adj successful or assured of success madeira n a Brazilian river; tributary of the Amazon River madeira n an island in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Africa; the largest of the Madeira Islands madeira n an amber dessert wine from the Madeira Islands mademoiselle n small silvery drumfish often mistaken for white perch; found along coasts of United States from New York to Mexico madhouse n pejorative terms for an insane asylum bedlam,nuthouse,sanatorium madia n genus of sticky herbs with yellow flowers open in morning or evening but closed in bright light madison n 4th President of the United States; member of the Continental Congress and rapporteur at the Constitutional Convention in 1776; helped frame madison n capital of the state of Wisconsin; located in the southern part of state; site of the main branch of the University of Wisconsin madly adv in an uncontrolled manner frantically madly adv in an insane manner insanely,crazily madly adv (used as intensives) extremely insanely,deadly,devilishly madman n an insane person lunatic,maniac madness n obsolete terms for legal insanity lunacy madness n an acute viral disease of the nervous system of warm-blooded animals (usually transmitted by the bite of a rabid animal); rabies is fatal if rabies,hydrophobia,lyssa madness n a feeling of intense anger fury,rage madness n the quality of being rash and foolish folly,foolishness,craziness madonna n the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics mary madonna n United States pop singer and sex symbol during the 1980s (born in 1958) madras n a state in southeastern India on the Bay of Bengal (south of Andhra Pradesh); formerly Madras madras n a city in Tamil Nadu on the Bay of Bengal; formerly Madras chennai madras n a light patterned cotton cloth madrasa n Muslim schools in Bangladesh and Pakistan madrepore n corals having calcareous skeletons aggregations of which form reefs and islands madrid n the capital and largest city situated centrally in Spain; home of an outstanding art museum madrigal n an unaccompanied partsong for 2 or 3 voices; follows a strict poetic form madrigal v sing madrigals maelstrom n a powerful circular current of water (usually the result of conflicting tides) whirlpool,vortex maestro n an artist of consummate skill master maffia n a crime syndicate in the United States; organized in families; believed to have important relations to the Sicilian Mafia mafia maffia n a secret terrorist group in Sicily; originally opposed tyranny but evolved into a criminal organization in the middle of the 19th century mafia maffia n any tightly knit group of trusted associates mafia mafia n a crime syndicate in the United States; organized in families; believed to have important relations to the Sicilian Mafia maffia mafia n a secret terrorist group in Sicily; originally opposed tyranny but evolved into a criminal organization in the middle of the 19th century maffia mafia n any tightly knit group of trusted associates maffia mafioso n a member of the Sicilian Mafia mafioso n a member of the Mafia crime syndicate in the United States mag n a periodic publication containing pictures and stories and articles of interest to those who purchase it or subscribe to it magazine magazine n a periodic publication containing pictures and stories and articles of interest to those who purchase it or subscribe to it mag magazine n product consisting of a paperback periodic publication as a physical object magazine n a business firm that publishes magazines magazine n a light-tight supply chamber holding the film and supplying it for exposure as required cartridge magdalen n a reformed prostitute magdalena n a river that rises in the Andes mountains in southwestern Colombia and flows generally northward to empty into the Caribbean Sea at Barranqu magellan n Portuguese navigator in the service of Spain; he commanded an expedition that was the first to circumnavigate the world (1480-1521) magenta n a primary subtractive color for light; a dark purple-red color; the dye for magenta was discovered in 1859, the year of the battle of Magent magenta n a battle in 1859 in which the French and Sardinian forces under Napoleon III defeated the Austrians under Francis Joseph I magenta adj of deep purplish red maggot n the larva of the housefly and blowfly commonly found in decaying organic matter maghreb n the region of northwest Africa comprising the Atlas Mountains and the coastlands of Morocco and Algeria and Tunisia magi n (New Testament) the sages who visited Jesus and Mary and Joseph shortly after Jesus was born; the Gospel According to Matthew says they were magic n any art that invokes supernatural powers magic n an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers trick,legerdemain,illusion,deception magic adj possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers charming,magical,witching,wizard magical adj possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers charming,magic,witching,wizard magically adv in a magical manner magician n someone who performs magic tricks to amuse an audience prestidigitator,conjurer,conjuror,illusionist magician n one who practices magic or sorcery sorcerer,wizard,necromancer,thaumaturge magisterial adj of or relating to a magistrate magisterial adj offensively self-assured or given to exercising usually unwarranted power autocratic,bossy,dominating,peremptory magisterial adj used of a person's appearance or behavior; befitting an eminent person distinguished,grand,imposing magistrate n a lay judge or civil authority who administers the law (especially one who conducts a court dealing with minor offenses) magma n molten rock in the earth's crust magnanimous adj noble and generous in spirit magnanimous adj generous and understanding and tolerant big,large magnate n a very wealthy or powerful businessman baron,king,mogul,power,tycoon magnesia n a white solid mineral that occurs naturally as periclase; a source of magnesium magnesite n a white mineral consisting of magnesium carbonate; a source of magnesium magnesium n a light silver-white ductile bivalent metallic element; in pure form it burns with brilliant white flame; occurs naturally only in combinati mg magnet n (physics) a device that attracts iron and produces a magnetic field magnet n a characteristic that provides pleasure and attracts attraction magnetic adj of or relating to or caused by magnetism magnetic adj having the properties of a magnet; i.e. of attracting iron or steel magnetized magnetic adj capable of being magnetized magnetic adj determined by earth's magnetic fields geographic magnetically adv by the use of magnetism magnetically adv as if by magnetism magnetics n the branch of science that studies magnetism magnetism magnetism n attraction for iron; associated with electric currents as well as magnets; characterized by fields of force magnetism n the branch of science that studies magnetism magnetics magnetite n an oxide of iron that is strongly attracted by magnets magnetization n the extent or degree to which something is magnetized magnetization n the process that makes a substance magnetic (temporarily or permanently) magnetization n the physical property of being magnetic magnetized adj having the properties of a magnet; i.e. of attracting iron or steel magnetic magnetometer n a meter to compare strengths of magnetic fields magnetron n a diode vacuum tube in which the flow of electrons from a central cathode to a cylindrical anode is controlled by crossed magnetic and elect magnification n the act of expanding something in apparent size magnification n the ratio of the size of an image to the size of the object magnification n making to seem more important than it really is exaggeration,overstatement magnification n a photographic print that has been enlarged enlargement,blowup magnificence n splendid or imposing in size or appearance richness magnificence n the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand brilliance,splendor,splendour,grandeur magnificent adj characterized by grandeur brilliant,glorious,splendid magnificently adv extremely well excellently,splendidly,famously magnificently adv in an impressively beautiful manner splendidly magnified adj enlarged to an abnormal degree exaggerated,enlarged magnifier n a scientific instrument that magnifies an image magnify v increase in size, volume or significance amplify magnify v to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth overstate,exaggerate,overdraw,amplify magnify v make large enlarge magnitude n the property of relative size or extent (whether large or small) magnitude n a number assigned to the ratio of two quantities; two quantities are of the same order of magnitude if one is less than 10 times as large as magnitude n relative importance magnolia n dried bark of various magnolias; used in folk medicine magnolia n any shrub or tree of the genus Magnolia; valued for their longevity and exquisite fragrant blooms magnum n a large wine bottle for liquor or wine magpie n long-tailed black-and-white crow that utters a raucous chattering call magpie n someone who collects things that have been discarded by others scavenger magpie n an obnoxious and foolish and loquacious talker babbler,prater,chatterbox maguey n Mexican plant used especially for making pulque which is the source of the colorless Mexican liquor, mescal maguey n Philippine plant yielding a hard fibre used in making coarse twine magus n a magician or sorcerer of ancient times magus n a member of the Zoroastrian priesthood of the ancient Persians magyar n a native or inhabitant of Hungary hungarian magyar n the official language of Hungary (also spoken in Rumania); belongs to the Ugric family of languages hungarian magyar adj relating to or characteristic of Hungary hungarian maha n a member of the Siouan people formerly living in the Missouri river valley in northeastern Nebraska omaha maharaja n a great raja; a Hindu prince or king in India ranking above a raja maharashtra n a state in west-central India mahatma n (Hinduism) term of respect for a brahmin sage mahayana n a major school of Buddhism teaching social concern and universal salvation; China; Japan; Tibet; Nepal; Korea; Mongolia mahayana n one of two great schools of Buddhist doctrine emphasizing a common search for universal salvation especially through faith alone; the domina mahdi n (Islam) a messianic leader who (according to popular Muslim belief) will appear before the end of the world and restore justice and religion mahjong n Chinese game played by 4 people with 144 tiles mahler n Austrian composer and conductor (1860-1911) mahogany n wood of any of various mahogany trees; much used for cabinetwork and furniture mahogany n any of various tropical timber trees of the family Meliaceae especially the genus Swietinia valued for their hard yellowish- to reddish-brow mahogany n a shade of brown with a tinge of red sepia mahout n the driver and keeper of an elephant maia n type genus of the Majidae; nearly cosmopolitan in distribution maid n a female domestic maidservant,housemaid,amah maid n an unmarried girl (especially a virgin) maiden maiden n an unmarried girl (especially a virgin) maid maiden n (cricket) an over in which no runs are scored maiden adj serving to set in motion inaugural,initiative,first maidenhair n any of various small to large terrestrial ferns of the genus Adiantum having delicate palmately branched fronds maidservant n a female domestic maid,housemaid,amah maigre n large European marine food fish mail n the bags of letters and packages that are transported by the postal service mail n the system whereby messages are transmitted via the post office post mail n a conveyance that transports the letters and packages that are conveyed by the postal system mail n any particular collection of letters or packages that is delivered post mail v send via the postal service mail v cause to be directed or transmitted to another place post,send mailbag n pouch used in the shipment of mail mailbag n letter carrier's shoulder bag mailbox n a private box for delivery of mail mailbox n public box for deposit of mail mailed adj wearing protective mail mailer n United States writer (born in 1923) mailer n a person who mails something mailer n an advertisement that is sent by mail mailer n a container for something to be mailed mailing n mail sent by a sender at one time mailing n the transmission of a letter posting maillot n a woman's one-piece bathing suit maillot n tights for dancers or gymnasts mailman n a man who delivers the mail postman,carrier maim v injure or wound seriously and leave permanent disfiguration or mutilation maimed n people who are wounded wounded maimed adj having a part of the body crippled or disabled mutilated main n any very large body of (salt) water briny main n a principal pipe in a system that distributes water or gas or electricity or that collects sewage main adj most important element chief,primary,principal,master main adj (of a clause) capable of standing syntactically alone as a complete sentence independent main adj of force; of the greatest possible intensity maine n a state in New England me mainer n a native or resident of Maine mainframe n a large digital computer serving 100-400 users and occupying a special air-conditioned room mainframe n (computer science) the part of a computer (a microprocessor chip) that does most of the data processing cpu,processor mainland n the main land mass of a country or continent; as distinguished from an island or peninsula mainline v inject into the vein mainly adv for the most part chiefly,principally,primarily mainmast n the chief mast of a sailing vessel with two or more masts mainsail n the lowermost sail on the mainmast mainsheet n (nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind sheet,tack,shroud mainstay n a prominent supporter pillar mainstay n a central cohesive source of support and stability anchor,keystone,backbone,linchpin mainstay n the forestay that braces the mainmast mainstream n the prevailing current of thought maintain v cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., `keep clean' keep,hold maintain v keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction conserve,preserve maintain v supply with necessities and support sustain,keep maintain v state categorically assert maintained adj kept in good condition maintained adj continued in your keeping or use or memory retained maintenance n activity involved in maintaining something in good working order care,upkeep maintenance n means of maintenance of a family or group maintenance n court-ordered support paid by one spouse to another after they are separated alimony maintenance n the act of sustaining life by food or providing a means of subsistence sustenance,upkeep maitland n English historian noted for his works on the history of English law (1850-1906) maitreya n the Bodhisattva who is to appear as a Buddha 5000 years after the death of Gautama maize n tall annual cereal grass bearing kernels on large ears: widely cultivated in America in many varieties; the principal cereal in Mexico and C corn maize n a strong yellow color lemon majestic adj majestic in manner or bearing; superior to mundane matters olympian majestic adj having or displaying great dignity or nobility gallant,lofty,proud majestic adj belonging to or befitting a supreme ruler imperial,purple,regal,royal majestically adv in a majestic manner majesty n impressiveness in scale or proportion majolica n highly decorated earthenware with a glaze of tin oxide major n a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines; below lieutenant colonel and above captain major n British statesman who was prime minister from 1990 until 1997 (born in 1943) major n a university student who is studying a particular field as the principal subject major n the principal field of study of a student at a university major v have as one's principal field of study major adj of greater importance or stature or rank minor major adj greater in scope or effect minor major adj greater in number or size or amount minor major adj of the field of academic study in which one concentrates or specializes minor majorca n the largest of the Balearic Islands majority n the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part bulk minority majority n (elections) more than half of the votes majority n the age at which persons are considered competent to manage their own affairs minority majors n the most important league in any sport (especially baseball) mak n a terrorist organization founded by Osama bin Laden in the 1980s to provide money and recruit fighters around the world; enlisted and transp make n a recognizable kind brand make n the act of mixing cards haphazardly shuffle,shuffling make v engage in do make v give certain properties to something get make v make or cause to be or to become create make v cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner induce,stimulate,cause,have,get makeover n an overall beauty treatment (involving a person's hair style and cosmetics and clothing) intended to change or improve a person's appearance makeover n a complete reconstruction and renovation of something maker n a person who makes things shaper maker n terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God godhead,lord,creator,divine,almighty,jehovah maker n a business engaged in manufacturing some product manufacturer makeshift n something contrived to meet an urgent need or emergency stopgap makeshift adj done or made using whatever is available improvised makeup n cosmetics applied to the face to improve or change your appearance makeup n an event that is substituted for a previously cancelled event makeup n the way in which someone or something is composed constitution,composition makin n battles in World War II in the Pacific (November 1943); United States Marines took the islands from the Japanese after bitter fighting making n the act that results in something coming to be devising,fashioning making n an attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something qualification making n (usually plural) the components needed for making or doing something mako n powerful mackerel shark of the Atlantic and Pacific malacca n stem of the rattan palm used for making canes and umbrella handles malacca n the third smallest Malaysian state; located in the southern region of the Malay Peninsula malacca n a cane made from the stem of a rattan palm malachi n a Hebrew minor prophet of the 5th century BC malachi n an Old Testament book containing the prophecies of Malachi maladjusted adj poorly adjusted to demands and stresses of daily living adjusted maladjusted adj emotionally unstable and having difficulty coping with personal relationships disturbed maladjusted adj not well adjusted maladroit adj not adroit adroit malady n any unwholesome or desperate condition malady n impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism illness,unwellness,sickness malaga n a port city and resort in Andalusia in southern Spain on the Mediterranean malaise n physical discomfort (as mild sickness or depression) unease,uneasiness malanga n tropical American aroid having edible tubers that are cooked and eaten like yams or potatoes malaprop n the unintentional misuse of a word by confusion with one that sounds similar malapropos adj of an inappropriate or incorrectly applied nature apropos malapropos adv at an inconvenient time malar n the arch of bone beneath the eye that forms the prominence of the cheek cheekbone malaria n an infective disease caused by sporozoan parasites that are transmitted through the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito; marked by paroxy malarial adj of or infected by or resembling malaria malarkey n empty rhetoric or insincere or exaggerated talk wind,jazz,nothingness malawi n a landlocked republic in southern central Africa; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1964 nyasaland malay n a member of a people inhabiting the northern Malay Peninsula and Malaysia and parts of the western Malay Archipelago malayan malay n a western subfamily of Western Malayo-Polynesian languages malay adj of or relating to or characteristic of the people or language of Malaysia and the northern Malay Peninsula and parts of the western Malay Ar malayan malaya n the region of Malaysia on the Malay Peninsula; shares a land border with Thailand to the north malayalam n a Dravidian language (closely related to Tamil) that is spoken in southwestern India malayan n a member of a people inhabiting the northern Malay Peninsula and Malaysia and parts of the western Malay Archipelago malay malayan adj of or relating to or characteristic of Malaysia malaysian malayan adj of or relating to or characteristic of the people or language of Malaysia and the northern Malay Peninsula and parts of the western Malay Ar malay malaysia n a constitutional monarchy in southeastern Asia on Borneo and the Malay Peninsula; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1957 malaysian n a native or inhabitant of Malaysia malaysian n the Malay language spoken in Malaysia malaysian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Malaysia malayan malcontent n a person who is discontented or disgusted malcontent adj discontented as toward authority disaffected,rebellious maldives n a republic on the Maldive Islands; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1965 maldives n a group of about 1,200 small coral islands (about 220 inhabited) in the Indian ocean male n an animal that produces gametes (spermatozoa) that can fertilize female gametes (ova) female male n a person who belongs to the sex that cannot have babies female male n the capital of Maldives in the center of the islands male adj being the sex (of plant or animal) that produces gametes (spermatozoa) that perform the fertilizing function in generation female,androgynous male adj characteristic of a man manlike,manly,virile male adj for or pertaining to or composed of men or boys malediction n the act of calling down a curse that invokes evil (and usually serves as an insult) malefactor n someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime criminal,felon,crook,outlaw maleficent adj harmful or evil in intent or effect beneficent malevolence n wishing evil to others benevolence malevolence n the quality of threatening evil malice malevolent adj wishing or appearing to wish evil to others; arising from intense ill will or hatred malevolent adj having or exerting a malignant influence malign,evil malfeasance n wrongful conduct by a public official malformation n an affliction in which some part of the body is misshapen or malformed deformity malformation n something abnormal or anomalous miscreation malformed adj so badly formed or out of shape as to be ugly deformed,distorted,misshapen malfunction n a failure to function normally malfunction v fail to function or function improperly function malfunctioning adj not performing or able to perform its regular function functioning mali n a landlocked republic in northwestern Africa; achieved independence from France in 1960; Mali was a center of West African civilization for malice n feeling a need to see others suffer spite,venom malice n the quality of threatening evil malevolence malicious adj having the nature of or resulting from malice maliciously adv with malice; in a malicious manner malign v speak unfavorably about badmouth,traduce malign adj evil or harmful in nature or influence benign malign adj having or exerting a malignant influence malevolent,evil malignancy n (medicine) a malignant state; progressive and resistant to treatment and tending to cause death malignancy n quality of being disposed to evil; intense ill will malignant adj dangerous to health; characterized by progressive and uncontrolled growth (especially of a tumor) benign malik n the leader of a town or community in some parts of Asia Minor and the Indian subcontinent malinger v avoid responsibilities and duties, e.g., by pretending to be ill skulk mall n a public area set aside as a pedestrian walk promenade mall n mercantile establishment consisting of a carefully landscaped complex of shops representing leading merchandisers; usually includes restaura plaza,center mallard n wild dabbling duck from which domestic ducks are descended; widely distributed malleability n the property of being physically malleable; the property of something that can be worked or hammered or shaped without breaking malleable adj easily influenced ductile malleable adj capable of being shaped or bent or drawn out ductile,pliable,pliant,tensile mallee n any of several low-growing Australian eucalypts mallet n a sports implement with a long handle and a head like a hammer; used in sports (polo or croquet) to hit a ball mallet n a light drumstick with a rounded head that is used to strike such percussion instruments as chimes, kettledrums, marimbas, glockenspiels, et hammer mallet n a tool resembling a hammer but with a large head (usually wooden); used to drive wedges or ram down paving stones or for crushing or beating beetle mallow n any of various plants of the family Malvaceae malnourished adj not being provided with adequate nourishment nourished malnutrition n a state of poor nutrition; can result from insufficient or excessive or unbalanced diet or from inability to absorb foods malodor n a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant stench,stink,reek,fetor malone n English scholar remembered for his chronology of Shakespeare's plays and his editions of Shakespeare and Dryden (1741-1812) malpractice n professional wrongdoing that results in injury or damage malpractice n a wrongful act that the actor had no right to do; improper professional conduct malt n a milkshake made with malt powder malted malt n a lager of high alcohol content; by law it is considered too alcoholic to be sold as lager or beer malt n a cereal grain (usually barley) that is kiln-dried after having been germinated by soaking in water; used especially in brewing and distilli malt v treat with malt or malt extract malt v turn into malt, become malt malt v convert grain into malt malt v convert into malt malta n a republic on the island of Malta in the Mediterranean; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1964 malta n a strategically located island to the south of Sicily in the Mediterranean Sea malted n a milkshake made with malt powder malt malted adj of grain that has been converted into malt maltese n a native or inhabitant of Malta maltese n the national language of the Republic of Malta; a Semitic language derived from Arabic but with many loan words from Italian, Spanish, and N maltese n a term applied indiscriminately in the United States to any short-haired bluish-grey cat maltese n breed of toy dogs having a long straight silky white coat maltese adj of or relating to the island or republic of Malta or its inhabitants maltose n a white crystalline sugar formed during the digestion of starches maltreated adj subjected to cruel treatment abused,mistreated maltreatment n cruel or inhumane treatment abuse malus n apple trees; found throughout temperate zones of the northern hemisphere malva n herbs and subshrubs: mallows malware n malicious software, designed to break into a system mam n a member of a Mayan people of southwestern Guatemala mam n a Mayan language spoken by the Mam mama n informal terms for a mother ma,mamma,mom,momma,mommy,mum,mummy mama n a name under which Ninkhursag was worshipped mamba n arboreal snake of central and southern Africa whose bite is often fatal mambo n a Latin American dance similar in rhythm to the rumba mambo v dance a mambo mamma n informal terms for a mother ma,mama,mom,momma,mommy,mum,mummy mamma n milk-secreting organ of female mammals mammal n any warm-blooded vertebrate having the skin more or less covered with hair; young are born alive except for the small subclass of monotremes mammalian mammalian n any warm-blooded vertebrate having the skin more or less covered with hair; young are born alive except for the small subclass of monotremes mammal mammalian adj of or relating to the class Mammalia mammary adj of or relating to the milk-giving gland of the female mammogram n X-ray film of the soft tissue of the breast mammon n wealth regarded as an evil influence mammon n (New Testament) a personification of wealth and avarice as an evil spirit mammoth n any of numerous extinct elephants widely distributed in the Pleistocene; extremely large with hairy coats and long upcurved tusks mammoth adj so exceedingly large or extensive as to suggest a giant or mammoth gigantic man n an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman) woman man n someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force serviceman man n the generic use of the word to refer to any human being man n any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage homo,human man v take charge of a certain job; occupy a certain work place man v provide with workers manacle n shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs handcuff,cuff manacle v confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffs cuff,handcuff manage v be successful; achieve a goal fail manage v be in charge of, act on, or dispose of deal,care,handle manage v succeed in doing, achieving, or producing (something) with the limited or inadequate means available cope,contend,grapple,deal manage v watch and direct oversee,supervise,superintend manageability n capable of being managed or controlled manageable adj capable of being managed or controlled unmanageable manageable adj capable of existing or taking place or proving true; possible to do accomplishable,achievable,doable,realizable management n the act of managing something direction management n those in charge of running a business manager n someone who controls resources and expenditures director manager n (sports) someone in charge of training an athlete or a team coach,handler managerial adj of or relating to the function or responsibility or activity of management manatee n sirenian mammal of tropical coastal waters of America; the flat tail is rounded manchester n largest city in New Hampshire; located in southeastern New Hampshire on the Merrimack river manchester n a city in northwestern England (30 miles to the east of Liverpool); heart of the most densely populated area of England manchu n a member of the Manchu speaking people of Manchuria; related to the Tungus; conquered China in the 17th century manchu n the last imperial dynasty of China (from 1644 to 1912) which was overthrown by revolutionaries; during the Qing dynasty China was ruled by t qing manchu n the Tungusic language spoken by the Manchu manchuria n a region in northeastern China manchurian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Manchuria or its people or their culture manda n a Dravidian language spoken in south central India mandala n any of various geometric designs (usually circular) symbolizing the universe; used chiefly in Hinduism and Buddhism as an aid to meditation mandalay n a city in central Myanmar to the north of Rangoon mandamus n an extraordinary writ commanding an official to perform a ministerial act that the law recognizes as an absolute duty and not a matter for t mandarin n shrub or small tree having flattened globose fruit with very sweet aromatic pulp and thin yellow-orange to flame-orange rind that is loose a mandarin n a member of an elite intellectual or cultural group mandarin n any high government official or bureaucrat mandarin n a high public official of imperial China mandate n a document giving an official instruction or command authorization mandate n a territory surrendered by Turkey or Germany after World War I and put under the tutelage of some other European power until they are able t mandatory mandate n the commission that is given to a government and its policies through an electoral victory mandate v assign under a mandate mandate v make mandatory mandate v assign authority to mandatory n the recipient of a mandate mandatory n a territory surrendered by Turkey or Germany after World War I and put under the tutelage of some other European power until they are able t mandate mandatory adj required by rule compulsory,required mandela n South African statesman who was released from prison to become the nation's first democratically elected president in 1994 (born in 1918) mandible n the jaw in vertebrates that is hinged to open the mouth jawbone,jowl mandibular adj relating to the lower jaw mandolin n a stringed instrument related to the lute, usually played with a plectrum mandrake n the root of the mandrake plant; used medicinally or as a narcotic mandrake n a plant of southern Europe and North Africa having purple flowers, yellow fruits and a forked root formerly thought to have magical powers mandrel n any of various rotating shafts that serve as axes for larger rotating parts spindle,arbor mandrill n baboon of west Africa with a bright red and blue muzzle and blue hindquarters mane n long coarse hair growing from the crest of the animal's neck mane n growth of hair covering the scalp of a human being manes n a Persian prophet who founded Manichaeism (216-276) manet n French painter whose work influenced the impressionists (1832-1883) maneuver n a military training exercise manoeuvre maneuver n a plan for attaining a particular goal tactic,tactics,manoeuvre maneuver n a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill manoeuvre,play maneuver n a move made to gain a tactical end manoeuvre maneuver v direct the course; determine the direction of travelling steer,manoeuvre,direct,point,head,guide maneuver v act in order to achieve a certain goal manoeuvre maneuver v perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense manoeuvre,operate maneuverability n the quality of being maneuverable maneuverable adj capable of maneuvering or changing position manfully adv in a manful manner; with qualities thought to befit a man manly manga n graphic novel that originated in Japan, usually intended for adults and characterized by highly stylized art manganese n a hard brittle grey polyvalent metallic element that resembles iron but is not magnetic; used in making steel; occurs in many minerals mange n a persistent and contagious disease of the skin causing inflammation and itching and loss of hair; affects domestic animals (and sometimes p manger n a container (usually in a barn or stable) from which cattle or horses feed trough mangle n clothes dryer for drying and ironing laundry by passing it between two heavy heated rollers mangle v press with a mangle mangle v injure badly by beating maul mangle v alter so as to make unrecognizable mutilate,murder mangle v destroy or injure severely mutilate mangled adj having edges that are jagged from injury lacerate,lacerated,torn mango n large evergreen tropical tree cultivated for its large oval fruit mango n large oval tropical fruit having smooth skin, juicy aromatic pulp, and a large hairy seed mangosteen n East Indian tree with thick leathery leaves and edible fruit mangosteen n two- to three-inch tropical fruit with juicy flesh suggestive of both peaches and pineapples mangrove n a tropical tree or shrub bearing fruit that germinates while still on the tree and having numerous prop roots that eventually form an impene mangy adj having many worn or threadbare spots in the nap manhandle v handle roughly manhattan n one of the five boroughs of New York City manhattan n a cocktail made with whiskey and sweet vermouth with a dash of bitters manhole n a hole (usually with a flush cover) through which a person can gain access to an underground structure manhood n the state of being a man; manly qualities manhood n the quality of being human humanness,humanity manhood n the status of being a man manhunt n an organized search (by police) for a person (charged with a crime) mania n an irrational but irresistible motive for a belief or action passion mania n a mood disorder; an affective disorder in which the victim tends to respond excessively and sometimes violently maniac n an insane person lunatic,madman maniac n a person who has an obsession with or excessive enthusiasm for something maniac adj wildly disordered maniacal maniacal adj wildly disordered maniac maniacally adv in a maniacal manner or to a maniacal degree manic adj affected with or marked by frenzy or mania uncontrolled by reason frenzied manicure n professional care for the hands and fingernails manicure v trim carefully and neatly manicure v care for (one's hand) by cutting and shaping the nails, etc. manicurist n a beautician who cleans and trims and polishes the fingernails manifest n a customs document listing the contents put on a ship or plane manifest v provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes attest,certify,demonstrate,evidence manifest v record in a ship's manifest manifest v reveal its presence or make an appearance manifest adj clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment apparent,evident,palpable,patent,plain,unmistakable manifestation n a clear appearance manifestation n a manifest indication of the existence or presence or nature of some person or thing manifestation n an appearance in bodily form (as of a disembodied spirit) manifestation n expression without words expression,reflection manifestly adv unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') obviously,evidently,patently,apparently,plainly,plain manifesto n a public declaration of intentions (as issued by a political party or government) manifold n a pipe that has several lateral outlets to or from other pipes manifold n a lightweight paper used with carbon paper to make multiple copies manifold n a set of points such as those of a closed surface or an analogue in three or more dimensions manifold v make multiple copies of manifold v combine or increase by multiplication multiply manifold adj many and varied; having many features or forms multiplex manikin n a person who is very small but who is not otherwise deformed or abnormal homunculus manikin n a woman who wears clothes to display fashions mannequin,model manikin n a life-size dummy used to display clothes mannequin,form manila n a strong paper or thin cardboard with a smooth light brown finish made from e.g. Manila hemp manilla manila n the capital and largest city of the Philippines; located on southern Luzon manilla n a strong paper or thin cardboard with a smooth light brown finish made from e.g. Manila hemp manila manioc n a starch made by leaching and drying the root of the cassava plant; the source of tapioca; a staple food in the tropics cassava manioc n cassava root eaten as a staple food after drying and leaching; source of tapioca cassava manioc n cassava with long tuberous edible roots and soft brittle stems; used especially to make cassiri (an intoxicating drink) and tapioca manipulate v influence or control shrewdly or deviously manipulate v hold something in one's hands and move it manipulate v tamper, with the purpose of deception fudge,fake,falsify,cook,wangle,misrepresent manipulate v manipulate in a fraudulent manner rig manipulation n exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage use manipulation n the action of touching with the hands (or the skillful use of the hands) or by the use of mechanical means handling manipulative adj skillful in influencing or controlling others to your own advantage manipulator n an agent that operates some apparatus or machine operator manipulator n a person who handles things manually manis n type genus of the Manidae manitoba n one of the three prairie provinces in central Canada mankind n all of the living human inhabitants of the earth world,humanity,humankind,humans,man manlike adj possessing qualities befitting a man manly manlike adj characteristic of a man male,manly,virile manlike adj resembling human beings manliness n the trait of being manly; having the characteristics of an adult male virility manly adj possessing qualities befitting a man manlike manly adj characteristic of a man male,manlike,virile manly adv in a manful manner; with qualities thought to befit a man manfully mann n United States educator who introduced reforms that significantly altered the system of public education (1796-1859) mann n German writer concerned about the role of the artist in bourgeois society (1875-1955) manna n hardened sugary exudation of various trees manna n (Old Testament) food that God gave the Israelites during the Exodus manned adj having a crew unmanned mannequin n a woman who wears clothes to display fashions manikin,model mannequin n a life-size dummy used to display clothes manikin,form manner n how something is done or how it happens mode,style,way,fashion manner n a way of acting or behaving manner n a kind mannered adj having unnatural mannerisms mannerism n a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual idiosyncrasy,foible mannerism n a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display affectation,pose manners n social deportment mannish adj resembling or imitative of or suggestive of a man rather than a woman mannish adj characteristic of a man as distinguished from a woman manoeuvre n a plan for attaining a particular goal tactic,tactics,maneuver manoeuvre n a military training exercise maneuver manoeuvre n a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill maneuver,play manoeuvre n a move made to gain a tactical end maneuver manoeuvre v act in order to achieve a certain goal maneuver manoeuvre v direct the course; determine the direction of travelling steer,maneuver,direct,point,head,guide manoeuvre v perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense maneuver,operate manometer n a pressure gauge for comparing pressures of a gas manor n the mansion of a lord or wealthy person manor n the landed estate of a lord (including the house on it) manpower n the force of workers available workforce,hands,men manque adj unfulfilled or frustrated in realizing an ambition manse n a large and imposing house mansion,hall,residence manse n the residence of a clergyman (especially a Presbyterian clergyman) manservant n a man servant mansfield n New Zealand writer of short stories (1888-1923) mansfield n a town in north central Ohio mansion n (astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided sign,house mansion n a large and imposing house manse,hall,residence manslaughter n homicide without malice aforethought manson n Scottish physician who discovered that elephantiasis is spread by mosquitos and suggested that mosquitos also spread malaria (1844-1922) manta n a blanket that is used as a cloak or shawl manta n extremely large pelagic tropical ray that feeds on plankton and small fishes; usually harmless but its size make it dangerous if harpooned mantel n shelf that projects from wall above fireplace mantelpiece,mantle mantelet n portable bulletproof shelter mantelet n short cape worn by women mantilla mantelpiece n shelf that projects from wall above fireplace mantel,mantle manticore n a mythical monster having the head of man (with horns) and the body of a lion and the tail of a scorpion mantilla n a woman's silk or lace scarf mantilla n short cape worn by women mantelet mantis n predacious long-bodied large-eyed insect of warm regions; rests with forelimbs raised as in prayer mantle n the cloak as a symbol of authority mantle n United States baseball player (1931-1997) mantle n the layer of the earth between the crust and the core mantle n anything that covers blanket mantle v spread over a surface, like a mantle mantle v cover like a mantle mantra n a commonly repeated word or phrase mantra n (Sanskrit) literally a `sacred utterance' in Vedism; one of a collection of orally transmitted poetic hymns mantua n loose gown of the 17th and 18th centuries manual n a small handbook manual n (military) a prescribed drill in handling a rifle manual adj of or relating to the hands manual adj requiring human effort automatic manual adj doing or requiring physical work manually adv by hand manufactory n a plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing factory,mill manufacture n the organized action of making of goods and services for sale industry manufacture n the act of making something (a product) from raw materials fabrication,manufacturing manufacture v put together out of artificial or natural components or parts fabricate,construct manufacture v concoct something artificial or untrue fabricate,invent manufacture v produce naturally manufacture v create or produce in a mechanical way manufactured adj produced in a large-scale industrial operation manufacturer n a business engaged in manufacturing some product maker manufacturer n someone who manufactures something producer manufacturing n the act of making something (a product) from raw materials fabrication,manufacture manumission n the formal act of freeing from slavery manumit v free from slavery or servitude emancipate manure n any animal or plant material used to fertilize land especially animal excreta usually with litter material manure v spread manure, as for fertilization muck manus n the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb hand,mitt,paw manuscript n the form of a literary work submitted for publication ms manuscript n handwritten book or document manx n the ancient Gaelic formerly spoken on the Isle of Man; the language is sometimes used on ceremonial occasions manx n a short-haired tailless breed of cat believed to originate on the Isle of Man manx adj of or relating to the Isle of Man or its inhabitants or their language many adj a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by `as' or `too' or `so' or `that'; amounting to a large but indefinite few manzanilla n very dry pale sherry from Spain mao n an enzyme that catalyzes the oxidation of many body compounds (e.g., epinephrine and norepinephrine and serotonin) mao n Chinese communist leader (1893-1976) maori n an ethnic minority of Polynesian and Melanesian descent who speak Maori and live in New Zealand maori n the Oceanic language spoken by the Maori in New Zealand map n a diagrammatic representation of the earth's surface (or part of it) map n (mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of an function,mapping map v make a map of; show or establish the features of details of map v explore or survey for the purpose of making a map map v locate within a specific region of a chromosome in relation to known DNA or gene sequences map v plan, delineate, or arrange in detail maple n wood of any of various maple trees; especially the hard close-grained wood of the sugar maple; used especially for furniture and flooring maple n any of numerous trees or shrubs of the genus Acer bearing winged seeds in pairs; north temperate zone mapper n a clerk who marks data on a chart plotter mapping n (mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of an function,map mapping n (genetics) the process of locating genes on a chromosome mar n the month following February and preceding April march mar n a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body) blemish,defect mar v make imperfect impair,spoil,vitiate mar v destroy or injure severely mutilate mara n Hindu god of death; opposite of Kama mara n hare-like rodent of the pampas of Argentina marabou n large African black-and-white carrion-eating stork; its downy underwing feathers are used to trim garments marabou n the downy feathers of marabou storks are used for trimming garments maraca n a percussion instrument consisting of a hollow gourd containing pebbles or beans; often played in pairs maraschino n distilled from fermented juice of bitter wild marasca cherries maraschino n cherry preserved in true or imitation maraschino liqueur marasmus n extreme malnutrition and emaciation (especially in children); can result from inadequate intake of food or from malabsorption or metabolic d maratha n a member of a people of India living in Maharashtra marathi n an Indic language; the state language of Maharashtra in west central India; written in the Devanagari script marathon n any long and arduous undertaking marathon n a footrace of 26 miles 385 yards marathon n a battle in 490 BC in which the Athenians and their allies defeated the Persians maraud n a sudden short attack foray,raid maraud v raid and rove in search of booty marauder n someone who attacks in search of booty predator,vulture,piranha marauding adj characterized by plundering or pillaging or marauding predatory,raiding marble n a hard crystalline metamorphic rock that takes a high polish; used for sculpture and as building material marble n a small ball of glass that is used in various games marble n a sculpture carved from marble marble v paint or stain like marble marbled adj patterned with veins or streaks or color resembling marble marbles n a children's game played with little balls made of a hard substance (as glass) marbles n the basic human power of intelligent thought and perception wits marc n made from residue of grapes or apples after pressing marceau n French mime famous for his sad-faced clown (born in 1923) marcel n a hairdo characterized by deep regular waves that are made by a heated curling iron marcel v make a marcel in a woman's hair march n the month following February and preceding April mar march n the act of marching; walking with regular steps (especially in a procession of some kind) marching march n a steady advance march n a procession of people walking together march v march in a procession process march v force to march march v walk fast, with regular or measured steps; walk with a stride march v march in protest; take part in a demonstration demonstrate marcher n an inhabitant of a border district marcher n walks with regular or stately step marcher n fights on foot with small arms infantryman marches n a region in central Italy marching n the act of marching; walking with regular steps (especially in a procession of some kind) march marchioness n the wife or widow of a marquis marchioness n a noblewoman ranking below a duchess and above a countess marquise marchland n district consisting of the area on either side of a border or boundary of a country or an area borderland,march marchpane n almond paste and egg whites marzipan marciano n United States prizefighter who won the world heavyweight championship in 1952 (1924-1969) marconi n Italian electrical engineer who invented wireless telegraphy and in 1901 transmitted radio signals across the Atlantic Ocean (1874-1937) mare n female equine animal mare n a dark region of considerable extent on the surface of the moon maria margarine n a spread made chiefly from vegetable oils and used as a substitute for butter oleo,marge margarita n a cocktail made of tequila and triple sec with lime and lemon juice margate n a grunt with a red mouth that is found from Florida to Brazil marge n a spread made chiefly from vegetable oils and used as a substitute for butter margarine,oleo margin n the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary border,perimeter margin n an amount beyond the minimum necessary margin n the amount of collateral a customer deposits with a broker when borrowing from the broker to buy securities margin n (finance) the net sales minus the cost of goods and services sold marginal adj at or constituting a border or edge marginal adj of questionable or minimal quality borderline marginal adj just barely adequate or within a lower limit bare marginal adj producing at a rate that barely covers production costs marginalize v relegate to a lower or outer edge, as of specific groups of people marginally adv in a marginal manner margrave n the military governor of a frontier province in medieval Germany margrave n a German nobleman ranking above a count (corresponding in rank to a British marquess) marguerite n tall leafy-stemmed Eurasian perennial with white flowers; widely naturalized; often placed in genus Chrysanthemum marguerite n perennial subshrub of the Canary Islands having usually pale yellow daisylike flowers; often included in genus Chrysanthemum mari n a member of a rural Finnish people living in eastern Russia mari n the Finnic language spoken by the Cheremis maria n a dark region of considerable extent on the surface of the moon mare maria n valuable timber tree of Panama mariachi n a group of street musicians in Mexico marian adj of or relating to or venerating the Virgin Mary marianas n a chain of coral and volcanic islands in Micronesia (including Guam and the Northern Marianas) halfway between New Guinea and Japan; discove marigold n any of various tropical American plants of the genus Tagetes widely cultivated for their showy yellow or orange flowers marijuana n a strong-smelling plant whose dried leaves can be smoked for a pleasant effect or pain reduction ganja marijuana n the most commonly used illicit drug; considered a soft drug, it consists of the dried leaves of the hemp plant; smoked or chewed for euphori cannabis,ganja marimba n a percussion instrument with wooden bars tuned to produce a chromatic scale and with resonators; played with small mallets xylophone marina n a fancy dock for small yachts and cabin cruisers marinade n mixtures of vinegar or wine and oil with various spices and seasonings; used for soaking foods before cooking marinade v soak in marinade marinate marinate v soak in marinade marinade marine n a member of the United States Marine Corps leatherneck marine n a soldier who serves both on shipboard and on land marine adj of or relating to the sea marine adj relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen nautical,maritime marine adj of or relating to military personnel who serve both on land and at sea (specifically the U.S. Marine Corps) marine adj relating to or characteristic of or occurring on or in the sea mariner n a man who serves as a sailor seaman,tar,jack,seafarer,gob marines n an amphibious division of the United States Navy marines n members of a body of troops trained to serve on land or at sea marino n Italian poet (1569-1625) marionette n a small figure of a person operated from above with strings by a puppeteer puppet mariposa n any of several plants of the genus Calochortus having tulip-shaped flowers with 3 sepals and 3 petals; southwestern United States and Mexico marital adj of or relating to the state of marriage matrimonial,married maritime adj relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen nautical,marine maritime adj bordering on or living or characteristic of those near the sea maritimes n the collective name for the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island marjoram n aromatic Eurasian perennial oregano marjoram n pungent leaves used as seasoning with meats and fowl and in stews and soups and omelets oregano mark n a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance) grade,score mark n a distinguishing symbol marker,marking mark n a reference point to shoot at target mark n a visible indication made on a surface print mark v attach a tag or label to tag,label mark v designate as if by a mark mark v be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense distinguish,differentiate mark v celebrate by some ceremony or observation commemorate marked adj strongly marked; easily noticeable pronounced marked adj singled out for notice or especially for a dire fate marked adj having or as if having an identifying mark or a mark as specified; often used in combination unmarked markedly adv in a clearly noticeable manner marker n some conspicuous object used to distinguish or mark something marker n a distinguishing symbol marking,mark marker n a writing implement for making a mark market n the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold marketplace market n the customers for a particular product or service market n a marketplace where groceries are sold grocery market n the securities markets in the aggregate market v engage in the commercial promotion, sale, or distribution of market v buy household supplies market v deal in a market market v make commercial commercialize marketable adj being in demand by especially employers marketable adj fit to be offered for sale sellable marketable adj capable of being marketed marketer n someone who promotes or exchanges goods or services for money seller,vendor,trafficker marketing n the exchange of goods for an agreed sum of money selling,merchandising marketing n the commercial processes involved in promoting and selling and distributing a product or service marketing n shopping at a market marketplace n the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold market marketplace n an area in a town where a public mercantile establishment is set up mart,market marking n a distinguishing symbol marker,mark marking n a pattern of marks marking n evaluation of performance by assigning a grade or score grading,scoring marking n the act of making a visible mark on a surface markka n formerly the basic unit of money in Finland markov n Russian mathematician (1856-1922) marks n English businessman who created a retail chain (1888-1964) marksman n someone skilled in shooting sharpshooter marksmanship n skill in shooting markup n the amount added to the cost to determine the asking price markup n detailed stylistic instructions for typesetting something that is to be printed; manual markup is usually written on the copy (e.g. underlin marl n a loose and crumbling earthy deposit consisting mainly of calcite or dolomite; used as a fertilizer for soils deficient in lime marley n Jamaican singer who popularized reggae (1945-1981) marlin n large long-jawed oceanic sport fishes; related to sailfishes and spearfishes; not completely cold-blooded i.e. able to warm their brains and marlite n metamorphic rock with approximately the same composition as marl marlowe n English poet and playwright who introduced blank verse as a form of dramatic expression; was stabbed to death in a tavern brawl (1564-1593) marlowe n tough cynical detective (one of the early detective heroes in American fiction) created by Raymond Chandler marmalade n a preserve made of the pulp and rind of citrus fruits marmite n soup cooked in a large pot marmite n a large pot especially one with legs used e.g. for cooking soup marmoset n small soft-furred South American and Central American monkey with claws instead of nails marmot n stocky coarse-furred burrowing rodent with a short bushy tail found throughout the northern hemisphere; hibernates in winter maroon n a person who is stranded (as on an island) maroon n a dark purplish-red to dark brownish-red color maroon n an exploding firework used as a warning signal maroon v leave stranded or isolated with little hope of rescue strand maroon v leave stranded on a desert island without resources maroon adj of dark brownish to purplish red marooned adj cut off or left behind isolated,stranded marque n a name given to a product or service brand marquee n large and often sumptuous tent pavilion marquee n permanent canopy over an entrance of a hotel etc. marquise marquess n nobleman (in various countries) ranking above a count marquis marquess n a British peer ranking below a duke and above an earl marquette n French missionary who accompanied Louis Joliet in exploring the upper Mississippi River valley (1637-1675) marquette n a town on Lake Superior on the Upper Peninsula in northwest Michigan marquis n humorist who wrote about the imaginary life of cockroaches (1878-1937) marquis n nobleman (in various countries) ranking above a count marquess marquise n a noblewoman ranking below a duchess and above a countess marchioness marquise n permanent canopy over an entrance of a hotel etc. marquee marrakech n a city in western Morocco; tourist center marred adj blemished by injury or rough wear scarred marriage n the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce) matrimony,union,wedlock marriage n two people who are married to each other marriage n the act of marrying; the nuptial ceremony wedding marriage n a close and intimate union married n a person who is married married adj joined in matrimony unmarried married adj of or relating to the state of marriage marital,matrimonial marrow n the fatty network of connective tissue that fills the cavities of bones marrow n any of various squash plants grown for their elongated fruit with smooth dark green skin and whitish flesh marrow n very tender and very nutritious tissue from marrowbones marrow n large elongated squash with creamy to deep green skins marry v take in marriage wed,conjoin,espouse marry v perform a marriage ceremony wed,tie,splice mars n a small reddish planet that is the 4th from the sun and is periodically visible to the naked eye; minerals rich in iron cover its surface an mars n (Roman mythology) Roman god of war and agriculture; father of Romulus and Remus; counterpart of Greek Ares marsala n dark sweet or semisweet dessert wine from Sicily marseillaise n the French national anthem marseille n a port city in southeastern France on the Mediterranean marseilles marseille n strong cotton fabric with a raised pattern; used for bedspreads marseilles n a port city in southeastern France on the Mediterranean marseille marsh n low-lying wet land with grassy vegetation; usually is a transition zone between land and water marshland,fen marsh n United States painter (1898-1954) marsh n New Zealand writer of detective stories (1899-1982) marshal n a law officer having duties similar to those of a sheriff in carrying out the judgments of a court of law marshall marshal n (in some countries) a military officer of highest rank marshall marshal v place in proper rank marshal v arrange in logical order marshal v make ready for action or use mobilize,mobilise,summon marshal v lead ceremoniously, as in a procession marshall n United States actor (1914-1998) marshall n United States general and statesman who as Secretary of State organized the European Recovery Program (1880-1959) marshall n United States jurist; as chief justice of the Supreme Court he established the principles of United States constitutional law (1755-1835) marshall n (in some countries) a military officer of highest rank marshal marshals n the United States' oldest federal law enforcement agency is responsible today for protecting the Federal Judiciary and transporting federal marshland n low-lying wet land with grassy vegetation; usually is a transition zone between land and water marsh,fen marshmallow n spongy confection made of gelatin and sugar and corn syrup and dusted with powdered sugar marshy adj (of soil) soft and watery mucky,muddy,sloppy,soggy,squashy,swampy,waterlogged marsupial n mammals of which the females have a pouch (the marsupium) containing the teats where the young are fed and carried marsupial adj of or relating to the marsupials mart n an area in a town where a public mercantile establishment is set up marketplace,market marten n agile slender-bodied arboreal mustelids somewhat larger than weasels martensite n a solid solution of carbon in alpha-iron that is formed when steel is cooled so rapidly that the change from austenite to pearlite is suppre marti n Cuban poet and revolutionary who fought for Cuban independence from Spain (1853-1895) martial n Roman poet noted for epigrams (first century BC) martial adj (of persons) befitting a warrior martial adj suggesting war or military life warlike martial adj of or relating to the armed forces martian n imaginary people who live on the planet Mars martian adj of or relating to the planet Mars (or its fictional inhabitants) martin n French bishop who is a patron saint of France (died in 397) martin n United States actor and comedian (born in 1945) martin n United States actress (1913-1990) martin n United States singer (1917-1995) martinet n someone who demands exact conformity to rules and forms disciplinarian,moralist martingale n a harness strap that connects the nose piece to the girth; prevents the horse from throwing back its head martingale n spar under the bowsprit of a sailboat martini n a cocktail made of gin (or vodka) with dry vermouth martinique n an island in the eastern Caribbean in the Windward Islands; administered as an overseas region of France martyr n one who suffers for the sake of principle sufferer martyr n one who voluntarily suffers death as the penalty for refusing to renounce their religion martyr v kill as a martyr martyr v torture and torment like a martyr martyrdom n death that is imposed because of the person's adherence of a religious faith or cause martyrdom n any experience that causes intense suffering calvary marvel n something that causes feelings of wonder wonder marvel v be amazed at wonder marvel v express astonishment or surprise about something marvellous adj extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers fantastic,grand,howling,marvelous,rattling,terrific,tremendous,wonderful marvellous adj being or having the character of a miracle marvelous,miraculous marvellous adj too improbable to admit of belief improbable,marvelous,tall marvelous adj extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers fantastic,grand,howling,marvellous,rattling,terrific,tremendous,wonderful marvelous adj too improbable to admit of belief improbable,marvellous,tall marvelous adj being or having the character of a miracle marvellous,miraculous marvelously adv (used as an intensifier) extremely well wonderfully,wondrous,superbly,terrifically marx n United States comedian; one of four brothers who made motion pictures together (1901-1979) marx n United States comedian; one of four brothers who made motion pictures together (1893-1964) harpo marx n United States comedian; one of four brothers who made motion pictures together (1891-1961) chico marx n United States comedian; one of four brothers who made motion pictures together (1890-1977) groucho marxism n the economic and political theories of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels that hold that human actions and institutions are economically determi marxist n an advocate of Marxism marxist n emotionally charged terms used to refer to extreme radicals or revolutionaries bolshevik,red marxist adj following the ideas of Marx and Engels mary n the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics madonna maryland n a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies md maryland n one of the British colonies that formed the United States marzipan n almond paste and egg whites marchpane masa n an independent group of closely related Chadic languages spoken in the area between the Biu-Mandara and East Chadic languages masai n a Nilotic language mascara n makeup that is used to darken and thicken the eye lashes mascot n a character, animal or object that is adopted by a team or group as a symbolic figure masculine n a gender that refers chiefly (but not exclusively) to males or to objects classified as male masculine adj of grammatical gender feminine,neuter masculine adj associated with men and not with women feminine masculine adj (music or poetry) ending on an accented beat or syllable masculinity n the properties characteristic of the male sex masculinity n the trait of behaving in ways considered typical for men femininity maser n an acronym for microwave amplification by stimulated emission of radiation; an amplifier that works on the same principle as a laser and emi mash n a mixture of mashed malt grains and hot water; used in brewing mash n mixture of ground animal feeds mash v to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition squash,crush,squelch,squeeze mash v talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions flirt,dally,butterfly,romance,philander mash v reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading grind,crunch,bray,comminute masher n a man who is aggressive in making amorous advances to women wolf masher n a kitchen utensil used for mashing (e.g. potatoes) masjid n (Islam) a Muslim place of worship mask n a covering to disguise or conceal the face mask n activity that tries to conceal something mask n a party of guests wearing costumes and masks masquerade,masque mask n a protective covering worn over the face mask v hide under a false appearance dissemble,cloak mask v put a mask on or cover with a mask unmask mask v make unrecognizable disguise mask v cover with a sauce masked adj having its true character concealed with the intent of misleading cloaked,disguised masked adj having markings suggestive of a mask masker n a participant in a masquerade masking n the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it cover,covering,screening masking n the blocking of one sensation resulting from the presence of another sensation masking n scenery used to block the audience's view of parts of the stage that should not be seen masochism n sexual pleasure obtained from receiving punishment (physical or psychological) masochist n someone who obtains pleasure from receiving punishment sadist masochistic adj deriving pleasure or sexual gratification from being abused or dominated sadistic mason n American Revolutionary leader from Virginia whose objections led to the drafting of the Bill of Rights (1725-1792) mason n English film actor (1909-1984) mason n English writer (1865-1948) mason n a craftsman who works with stone or brick stonemason masonic adj of or relating to stonemasons or masonry masonic adj of or relating to Freemasons or Freemasonry masonite n a type of fiberboard masonry n structure built of stone or brick by a mason masonry n Freemasons collectively freemasonry masonry n the craft of a mason masque n a party of guests wearing costumes and masks masquerade,mask masquerade n a party of guests wearing costumes and masks masque,mask masquerade n a costume worn as a disguise at a masquerade party masquerade n making a false outward show charade masquerade v take part in a masquerade masquerade v pretend to be someone or something that you are not mass n the property of a body that causes it to have weight in a gravitational field mass n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,deal,flock,heap,lot,mess,mickle,mint mass n an ill-structured collection of similar things (objects or people) mass n (Roman Catholic Church and Protestant Churches) the celebration of the Eucharist mass v join together into a mass or collect or form a mass mass adj formed of separate units gathered into a mass or whole aggregate,aggregated massachusetts n a state in New England; one of the original 13 colonies ma massachusetts n a member of the Algonquian people who formerly lived around Massachusetts Bay massachusetts n one of the British colonies that formed the United States massachusetts n the Algonquian language of the Massachuset massacre n the savage and excessive killing of many people slaughter,carnage,butchery massacre v kill a large number of people indiscriminately slaughter massage n kneading and rubbing parts of the body to increase circulation and promote relaxation massage v manually manipulate (someone's body), usually for medicinal or relaxation purposes knead massage v give a massage to massager n someone who rubs or kneads parts of the body to stimulate circulation and promote relaxation masse n a shot in billiards made by hitting the cue ball with the cue held nearly vertically; the cue ball spins around another ball before hitting masses n the common people generally multitude,mass,people masseter n a large muscle that raises the lower jaw and is used in chewing masseur n a male massager masseuse n a female massager massif n a block of the earth's crust bounded by faults and shifted to form peaks of a mountain range massive adj imposing in size or bulk or solidity monolithic,monumental massive adj being the same substance throughout massive adj imposing in scale or scope or degree or power massive adj consisting of great mass; containing a great quantity of matter massively adv to a massive degree or in a massive manner mast n a vertical spar for supporting sails mast n nuts of forest trees (as beechnuts and acorns) accumulated on the ground mast n nuts of forest trees used as feed for swine mast n any sturdy upright pole mastaba n an ancient Egyptian mud-brick tomb with a rectangular base and sloping sides and flat roof mastectomy n surgical removal of a breast to remove a malignant tumor masted adj having or furnished with a mast; often used in combination master n an artist of consummate skill maestro master n a person who has general authority over others overlord,lord master n a combatant who is able to defeat rivals victor,superior master n directs the work of others master v be or become completely proficient or skilled in master v get on top of; deal with successfully overcome,subdue,surmount master v have dominance or the power to defeat over dominate master v have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of control master adj most important element chief,main,primary,principal mastered adj understood perfectly down masterful adj having or revealing supreme mastery or skill consummate,masterly,virtuoso masterfully adv in a skillfully masterful manner; with the skill of a master mastering n becoming proficient in the use of something; having mastery of mastering n the act of making a master recording from which copies can be made masterly adj having or revealing supreme mastery or skill consummate,masterful,virtuoso mastermind n someone who creates new things originator mastermind n someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality genius,brain,brainiac,einstein mastermind v plan and direct (a complex undertaking) engineer,direct,organize,orchestrate masterpiece n the most outstanding work of a creative artist or craftsman masterpiece n an outstanding achievement masters n United States poet (1869-1950) mastery n great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity command,control mastery n power to dominate or defeat domination,supremacy mastery n the act of mastering or subordinating someone subordination masthead n a listing printed in all issues of a newspaper or magazine (usually on the editorial page) that gives the name of the publication and the na flag masthead n the title of a newspaper or magazine; usually printed on the front page and on the editorial page masthead n the head or top of a mast mastic n an aromatic exudate from the mastic tree; used chiefly in varnishes mastic n a pasty cement used as an adhesive or filler mastic n an evergreen shrub of the Mediterranean region that is cultivated for its resin mastiff n an old breed of powerful deep-chested smooth-coated dog used chiefly as a watchdog and guard dog mastodon n extinct elephant-like mammal that flourished worldwide from Miocene through Pleistocene times; differ from mammoths in the form of the molar mastoiditis n inflammation of the mastoid masturbate v stimulate sexually masturbate v get sexual gratification through self-stimulation wank masturbation n manual stimulation of the genital organs (of yourself or another) for sexual pleasure mat n a thick flat pad used as a floor covering mat n mounting consisting of a border or background for a picture matting mat n sports equipment consisting of a piece of thick padding on the floor for gymnastic sports mat n a mass that is densely tangled or interwoven mat v twist together or entwine into a confusing mass entangle,tangle,snarl mat v change texture so as to become matted and felt-like felt,matte mat adj not reflecting light; not glossy flat,matt,matte matador n the principal bullfighter who is appointed to make the final passes and kill the bull matamoros n a city in northeastern Mexico opposite Brownsville near the mouth of the Rio Grande match n lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction lucifer match n a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete match n a burning piece of wood or cardboard match n an exact duplicate mate match v be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics fit,correspond,check,jibe,gibe,tally,agree match v provide funds complementary to match v bring two objects, ideas, or people together mate,couple,pair,twin match v be equal to in quality or ability equal,touch,rival matchbook n a small folder of paper safety matches matchbox n a box for holding matches matched adj provided with a worthy adversary or competitor matched adj going well together; possessing harmonizing qualities mismatched matching adj being two identical duplicate,twin,twinned matching adj intentionally matched coordinated matchlock n an early style of musket; a slow-burning wick would be lowered into a hole in the breech to ignite the charge matchmaker n someone who arranges (or tries to arrange) marriages for others matchmaking n mediation in order to bring about a marriage between others matchstick n a short thin stick of wood used in making matches matchup n the pairing of people or things as for comparison or competition mate n the officer below the master on a commercial ship mate n a fellow member of a team teammate mate n the partner of an animal (especially a sexual partner) mate n a person's partner in marriage spouse,partner mate v engage in sexual intercourse copulate,pair,couple mate v bring two objects, ideas, or people together match,couple,pair,twin mate v place an opponent's king under an attack from which it cannot escape and thus ending the game checkmate mated adj mated sexually mated adj occurring in pairs or as a pair paired mated adj of or relating to a marriage partner mater n an informal use of the Latin word for mother; sometimes used by British schoolboys or used facetiously material n the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object stuff material n information (data or ideas or observations) that can be used or reworked into a finished form material n artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers fabric,cloth,textile material n things needed for doing or making something material adj concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests material adj derived from or composed of matter immaterial material adj directly relevant to a matter especially a law case immaterial material adj concerned with or affecting physical as distinct from intellectual or psychological well-being materialism n a desire for wealth and material possessions with little interest in ethical or spiritual matters materialism n (philosophy) the philosophical theory that matter is the only reality materialist n someone with great regard for material possessions materialist n someone who thinks that nothing exists but physical matter materialistic adj marked by materialism mercenary materialistic adj conforming to the standards and conventions of the middle class bourgeois,conservative materiality n relevance requiring careful consideration materiality n the quality of being physical; consisting of matter materialize v come into being; become reality happen materially adv with respect to material aspects materially adv to a significant degree materiel n equipment and supplies of a military force maternal adj characteristic of a mother paternal maternal adj relating to or derived from one's mother maternal adj relating to or characteristic of or befitting a parent parental,paternal maternal adj related on the mother's side maternity n the state of being pregnant; the period from conception to birth when a woman carries a developing fetus in her uterus pregnancy,gestation maternity n the kinship relation between an offspring and the mother motherhood maternity n the quality of having or showing the tenderness and warmth and affection of or befitting a mother mates n a pair of people who live together couple,match matey adj (used colloquially) having the relationship of friends or pals chummy math n a science (or group of related sciences) dealing with the logic of quantity and shape and arrangement mathematics mathematical adj of or pertaining to or of the nature of mathematics mathematical adj relating to or having ability to think in or work with numbers numerical mathematical adj beyond question mathematical adj statistically possible though highly improbable mathematically adv with respect to mathematics mathematician n a person skilled in mathematics mathematics n a science (or group of related sciences) dealing with the logic of quantity and shape and arrangement math mathias n United States athlete who won Olympic gold medals in the decathlon (born in 1930) matinee n a theatrical performance held during the daytime (especially in the afternoon) mating n the act of pairing a male and female for reproductive purposes coupling,pairing,conjugation,union matins n the first canonical hour; at daybreak matisse n French painter and sculptor; leading figure of fauvism (1869-1954) matriarch n a female head of a family or tribe matriarch n a feisty older woman with a big bosom (as drawn in cartoons) matriarchal adj characteristic of a matriarchy patriarchal matriarchy n a form of social organization in which a female is the family head and title is traced through the female line matric n admission to a group (especially a college or university) matriculate n someone who has been admitted to a college or university matriculate v enroll as a student matrilineal adj based on or tracing descent through the female line matrimonial adj of or relating to the state of marriage marital,married matrimony n the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce) marriage,union,wedlock matrimony n the ceremony or sacrament of marriage matrix n (mathematics) a rectangular array of quantities or expressions set out by rows and columns; treated as a single element and manipulated acco matrix n (geology) a mass of fine-grained rock in which fossils, crystals, or gems are embedded matrix n an enclosure within which something originates or develops (from the Latin for womb) matrix n the body substance in which tissue cells are embedded matron n a married woman (usually middle-aged with children) who is staid and dignified matron n a wardress in a prison matron n a woman in charge of nursing in a medical institution matronly adj befitting or characteristic of a fully mature woman matt n the property of having little or no contrast; lacking highlights or gloss flatness,mat,matte matt adj not reflecting light; not glossy flat,mat,matte matte n a mixture of sulfides that forms when sulfide metal ores are smelted matte n the property of having little or no contrast; lacking highlights or gloss flatness,mat,matt matte v change texture so as to become matted and felt-like felt,mat matte adj not reflecting light; not glossy flat,mat,matt matter n a vaguely specified concern affair,thing matter n some situation or event that is thought about topic,subject,issue matter n that which has mass and occupies space matter n a problem matter v have weight; have import, carry weight count,weigh matthew n (New Testament) disciple of Jesus; traditionally considered to be the author of the first Gospel levi matthew n one of the Gospels in the New Testament; includes the Sermon on the Mount matting n a covering of coarse fabric (usually of straw or hemp) matting n mounting consisting of a border or background for a picture mat mattock n a kind of pick that is used for digging; has a flat blade set at right angles to the handle mattress n a large thick pad filled with resilient material and often incorporating coiled springs, used as a bed or part of a bed maturation n coming to full development; becoming mature ripening maturation n (biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changin growth,growing,development,ontogeny maturation n (medicine) the formation of morbific matter in an abscess or a vesicle and the discharge of pus festering mature v develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation grow mature v develop and work out fully in one's mind mature v become due for repayment mature v cause to ripen or develop fully ripen mature adj characteristic of maturity immature mature adj fully considered and perfected matured mature adj having reached full natural growth or development immature mature adj fully developed or matured and ready to be eaten or used ripe matured adj fully ripe; at the height of bloom matured adj fully considered and perfected mature maturity n the period of time in your life after your physical growth has stopped and you are fully developed adulthood maturity n state of being mature; full development immaturity maturity n the date on which an obligation must be repaid matzo n brittle flat bread eaten at Passover maudlin adj effusively or insincerely emotional hokey,mawkish,mushy,sentimental,sappy,soppy,soupy maugham n English writer (born in France) of novels and short stories (1874-1965) maui n the second largest of the Hawaiian Islands maul n a heavy long-handled hammer used to drive stakes or wedges sledge,sledgehammer maul v split (wood) with a maul and wedges maul v injure badly by beating mangle mauler n a fighter who batters the opponent maulstick n a long stick that a painter uses to support the hand holding the brush maund n a unit of weight used in Asia; has different values in different countries maunder v wander aimlessly maunder v talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice mumble,mutter maunder v speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly chatter,piffle,prate,twaddle,clack,prattle,blab,gibber mauritius n a parliamentary state on the island of Mauritius mauritius n an island in the southwestern Indian Ocean mauser n German arms manufacturer and inventor of a repeating rifle and pistol (1838-1914) mauser n trademark for a repeating rifle or pistol mausoleum n a large burial chamber, usually above ground mauve n a moderate purple mauve adj of a pale to moderate greyish violet color maverick n someone who exhibits great independence in thought and action rebel maverick n an unbranded range animal (especially a stray calf); belongs to the first person who puts a brand on it maverick adj independent in behavior or thought irregular,unorthodox mavis n common Old World thrush noted for its song throstle maw n informal terms for the mouth trap,cakehole,hole,yap,gob mawkish adj effusively or insincerely emotional hokey,maudlin,mushy,sentimental,sappy,soppy,soupy max n street names for gamma hydroxybutyrate soap,scoop,goop maxi n a long skirt ending below the calf maxi adj used of women's clothing having a hemline at the ankle mini maxilla n the jaw in vertebrates that is fused to the cranium maxillary maxillary n the jaw in vertebrates that is fused to the cranium maxilla maxillary adj of or relating to the upper jaw maxim n a saying that is widely accepted on its own merits axiom maxim n English inventor (born in the United States) who invented the Maxim gun that was used in World War I (1840-1916) maximal adj the greatest or most complete or best possible maximum minimal maximise v make the most of maximize maximise v make as big or large as possible maximize maximization n the mathematical process of finding the maximum value of a function maximization n the act of raising to the highest possible point or condition or position maximize v make as big or large as possible maximise minimize maximize v make the most of maximise maximizing adj making as great as possible maximum n the largest possible quantity minimum maximum n the greatest possible degree utmost,uttermost maximum n the point on a curve where the tangent changes from positive on the left to negative on the right minimum maximum adj the greatest or most complete or best possible maximal minimum maxwell n a cgs unit of magnetic flux equal to the flux perpendicular to an area of 1 square centimeter in a magnetic field of 1 gauss maxwell n Scottish physicist whose equations unified electricity and magnetism and who recognized the electromagnetic nature of light (1831-1879) may n the month following April and preceding June may n thorny Eurasian shrub of small tree having dense clusters of white to scarlet flowers followed by deep red berries; established as an escape maya n a member of an American Indian people of Yucatan and Belize and Guatemala who had a culture (which reached its peak between AD 300 and 900) mayan maya n an ethnic minority speaking Mayan languages and living in Yucatan and adjacent areas maya n a family of American Indian languages spoken by Mayas mayan mayan n a member of an American Indian people of Yucatan and Belize and Guatemala who had a culture (which reached its peak between AD 300 and 900) maya mayan n a family of American Indian languages spoken by Mayas maya maybe adv by chance possibly,perchance,perhaps,mayhap mayday n an internationally recognized distress signal via radiotelephone (from the French m'aider) mayer n United States physicist (born in Germany) noted for her research on the structure of the atom (1906-1972) mayer n United States filmmaker (born in Russia) who founded his own film company and later merged with Samuel Goldwyn (1885-1957) mayflower n the ship in which the Pilgrim Fathers sailed from England to Massachusetts in 1620 mayflower n low-growing evergreen shrub of eastern North America with leathery leaves and clusters of fragrant pink or white flowers mayhap adv by chance possibly,perchance,perhaps,maybe mayhem n the willful and unlawful crippling or mutilation of another person mayhem n violent and needless disturbance havoc mayo n egg yolks and oil and vinegar mayonnaise mayonnaise n egg yolks and oil and vinegar mayo mayor n the head of a city government mayoral adj of or relating to a mayor or the office of mayor mayoralty n the position of mayor mayoress n the wife of a mayor mayoress n a woman mayor maypole n a vertical pole or post decorated with streamers that can be held by dancers celebrating May Day maypop n of southern United States; having an insipid berry the size of a hen egg mays n United States baseball player (born in 1931) maze n complex system of paths or tunnels in which it is easy to get lost labyrinth maze n something jumbled or confused tangle,snarl mazer n a large hardwood drinking bowl mazurka n music composed for dancing the mazurka mazurka n a Polish national dance in triple time mba n a master's degree in business mbabane n capital of Swaziland; located in northwestern Swaziland mc n one million periods per second mccarthy n United States satirical novelist and literary critic (1912-1989) mccarthy n United States politician who unscrupulously accused many citizens of being Communists (1908-1957) mccartney n English rock star and bass guitarist and songwriter who with John Lennon wrote most of the music for the Beatles (born in 1942) mccauley n heroine of the American Revolution who carried water to soldiers during the Battle of Monmouth Court House and took over her husband's gun w mccormick n United States inventor and manufacturer of a mechanical harvester (1809-1884) mccormick n United States operatic tenor (born in Ireland) (1884-1945) mcgraw n United States baseball player and manager (1873-1934) mcintosh n early-ripening apple popular in the northeastern United States; primarily eaten raw but suitable for applesauce mckinley n 25th President of the United States; was assassinated by an anarchist (1843-1901) mckinley n a mountain in south central Alaska; the highest peak in North America (20,300 feet high) denali mcluhan n Canadian writer noted for his analyses of the mass media (1911-1980) mcpherson n United States evangelist (born in Canada) noted for her extravagant religious services (1890-1944) md n a radioactive transuranic element synthesized by bombarding einsteinium with alpha particles (Md is the current symbol for mendelevium but M md n a licensed medical practitioner doctor,doc,physician,medico md n a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies maryland md n a doctor's degree in medicine me n a state in New England maine mead n United States anthropologist noted for her claims about adolescence and sexual behavior in Polynesian cultures (1901-1978) mead n United States philosopher of pragmatism (1863-1931) mead n made of fermented honey and water meade n English economist noted for his studies of international trade and finance (1907-1995) meade n United States general in charge of the Union troops at the Battle of Gettysburg (1815-1872) meadow n a field where grass or alfalfa are grown to be made into hay hayfield meager adj deficient in amount or quality or extent meagre,stingy ample meagre adj deficient in amount or quality or extent meager,stingy meal n the food served and eaten at one time repast meal n any of the occasions for eating food that occur by custom or habit at more or less fixed times meal n coarsely ground foodstuff; especially seeds of various cereal grasses or pulse mealie n an ear of corn mealtime n the hour at which a meal is habitually or customarily eaten mealworm n the larva of beetles of the family Tenebrionidae mealy adj containing meal or made of meal mealy adj composed of or covered with particles resembling meal in texture or consistency grainy,granular,gritty mean n an average of n numbers computed by adding some function of the numbers and dividing by some function of n mean v mean or intend to express or convey intend mean v have as a logical consequence entail,imply mean v denote or connote intend,signify mean v have in mind as a purpose intend,think mean adj approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value average mean adj characterized by malice hateful mean adj having or showing an ignoble lack of honor or morality base mean adj excellent meander n a bend or curve, as in a stream or river meander n an aimless amble on a winding course ramble meander v to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course weave,wind,thread,wander meandering adj of a path e.g. rambling,wandering,winding meanie n a person of mean disposition meaning n the message that is intended or expressed or signified significance,import meaning n the idea that is intended substance meaning adj rich in significance or implication pregnant,significant meaningful adj having a meaning or purpose meaningless meaningfully adv in a meaningful manner; so as to be meaningful meaningless adj having no meaning or direction or purpose meaningful meaningless adj producing no result or effect futile,ineffectual,otiose,unavailing meaninglessness n a message that seems to convey no meaning nonsense,bunk,hokum meaninglessness n the quality of having no value or significance meanness n the quality of being deliberately mean meanness n extreme stinginess parsimony,tightness,closeness means n thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end agency,way means n an instrumentality for accomplishing some end means n considerable capital (wealth or income) substance meantime n the time between one event, process, or period and another interim,meanwhile,lag meantime adv during the intervening time meanwhile meanwhile n the time between one event, process, or period and another interim,meantime,lag meanwhile adv at the same time but in another place meanwhile adv during the intervening time meantime measles n an acute and highly contagious viral disease marked by distinct red spots followed by a rash; occurs primarily in children rubeola measly adj contemptibly small in amount miserable,paltry measurable adj capable of being measured mensurable immeasurable measurable adj of distinguished importance measurably adv to a measurable degree immeasurably measure n any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal step measure n how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify quantity,amount measure n a statute in draft before it becomes law bill measure n the act or process of assigning numbers to phenomena according to a rule measurement,measuring measure v determine the measurements of something or somebody, take measurements of measure v express as a number or measure or quantity quantify measure v have certain dimensions measure v evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of evaluate,assess,appraise,value measured adj having notes of fixed rhythmic value mensurable measured adj the rhythmic arrangement of syllables metrical,metric measured adj carefully thought out in advance deliberate,calculated measured adj unhurried and with care and dignity careful,deliberate measurement n the act or process of assigning numbers to phenomena according to a rule measuring,measure measuring n the act or process of assigning numbers to phenomena according to a rule measurement,measure meat n the flesh of animals (including fishes and birds and snails) used as food meat n the inner and usually edible part of a seed or grain or nut or fruit stone kernel meat n the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience kernel,substance,core,center,centre,essence,gist,heart meatball n ground meat formed into a ball and fried or simmered in broth meatless adj lacking meat meaty meatloaf n a baked loaf of ground meat meaty adj like or containing meat meatless meaty adj being on topic and prompting thought substantive mecca n joint capital (with Riyadh) of Saudi Arabia; located in western Saudi Arabia; as the birthplace of Muhammad it is the holiest city of Islam mecca n a place that attracts many visitors mechanic n a craftsman skilled in operating machine tools machinist mechanic n someone whose occupation is repairing and maintaining automobiles mechanic adj resembling the action of a machine mechanical adj using (or as if using) mechanisms or tools or devices mechanical adj relating to or concerned with machinery or tools technical mechanical adj relating to or governed by or in accordance with mechanics mechanically adv in a mechanical manner; by a mechanism automatically mechanically adv in a machinelike manner; without feeling mechanics n the branch of physics concerned with the motion of bodies in a frame of reference mechanics n the technical aspects of doing something mechanism mechanise v equip with armed and armored motor vehicles mechanize,motorize mechanise v make monotonous; make automatic or routine mechanize mechanise v make mechanical mechanize mechanism n the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction mechanism n the technical aspects of doing something mechanics mechanism n a natural object resembling a machine in structure or function mechanism n (philosophy) the philosophical theory that all phenomena can be explained in terms of physical or biological causes mechanistic adj explained in terms of physical forces mechanistic adj of or relating to the philosophical theory of mechanism mechanization n the condition of having a highly technical implementation mechanization n the act of implementing the control of equipment with advanced technology; usually involving electronic hardware automation mechanize v equip with armed and armored motor vehicles mechanise,motorize mechanize v make monotonous; make automatic or routine mechanise mechanize v make mechanical mechanise mechanized adj equipped with machinery mechanized adj using vehicles motorized med n a master's degree in education medal n an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event decoration,medallion,palm,ribbon medalist n someone who has won a medal medalist n (golf) the winner at medal play of a tournament medallion n any of various large ancient Greek coins medallion n a circular helping of food (especially a boneless cut of meat) medallion n an emblem indicating that a taxicab is registered medallion n an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event decoration,medal,palm,ribbon meddle v intrude in other people's affairs or business; interfere unwantedly tamper meddler n an officious annoying person who interferes with others meddlesome adj intrusive in a meddling or offensive manner interfering,meddling,busy meddling n the act of altering something secretly or improperly tampering meddling adj intrusive in a meddling or offensive manner interfering,meddlesome,busy medea n (Greek mythology) a princess of Colchis who aided Jason in taking the Golden Fleece from her father medellin n city in western Colombia; important coffee center medevac n the evacuation of persons (usually by air transportation) to a place where they can receive medical care medford n a town in southwestern Oregon; a summer resort medford n town in northeastern Massachusetts; residential suburb of Boston medial adj dividing an animal into right and left halves median medial adj relating to or situated in or extending toward the middle median median n the number midway between the two middle numbers in a series containing an even or odd number of items median adj relating to or constituting the middle value of an ordered set of values (or the average of the middle two in a set with an even number of v average median adj dividing an animal into right and left halves medial median adj relating to or situated in or extending toward the middle medial mediate v act between parties with a view to reconciling differences intercede,intermediate,liaise,arbitrate mediate v occupy an intermediate or middle position or form a connecting link or stage between two others mediate adj acting through or dependent on an intervening agency immediate mediate adj being neither at the beginning nor at the end in a series middle mediated adj acting or brought about through an intervening agency mediation n a negotiation to resolve differences that is conducted by some impartial party mediation n the act of intervening for the purpose of bringing about a settlement mediator n a negotiator who acts as a link between parties intermediary medic n any of several Old World herbs of the genus Medicago having small flowers and trifoliate compound leaves trefoil medic n a medical practitioner in the armed forces medicaid n health care for the needy; a federally and state-funded program medical n a thorough physical examination; includes a variety of tests depending on the age and sex and health of the person checkup medical adj relating to the study or practice of medicine medical adj requiring or amenable to treatment by medicine especially as opposed to surgery surgical medical adj of or belonging to Aesculapius or the healing art medically adv involving medical practice medicament n (medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease medicine,medication medicare n health care for the aged; a federally administered system of health insurance available to persons aged 65 and over medicate v impregnate with a medicinal substance medicate v treat medicinally, treat with medicine medicine medication n (medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease medicine,medicament medication n the act of treating with medicines or remedies medici n aristocratic Italian family of powerful merchants and bankers who ruled Florence in the 15th century medicinal adj having the properties of medicine medicinally adv in a medicinal manner medicine n the branches of medical science that deal with nonsurgical techniques medicine n (medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease medication,medicament medicine n the learned profession that is mastered by graduate training in a medical school and that is devoted to preventing or alleviating or curing medicine n punishment for one's actions music medicine v treat medicinally, treat with medicine medicate medico n a student in medical school medico n a licensed medical practitioner doctor,doc,physician,md medieval adj relating to or belonging to the Middle Ages medieval adj as if belonging to the Middle Ages; old-fashioned and unenlightened gothic medieval adj characteristic of the time of chivalry and knighthood in the Middle Ages knightly medina n a city in western Saudi Arabia; site of the tomb of Muhammad; the second most holy city of Islam medina n the ancient quarter of many cities in northern Africa mediocre adj moderate to inferior in quality mediocre adj lacking exceptional quality or ability average,fair,middling mediocre adj poor to middling in quality mediocrity n ordinariness as a consequence of being average and not outstanding mediocrity n a person of second-rate ability or value meditate v reflect deeply on a subject ponder,contemplate,muse,reflect,mull,ruminate,speculate meditate v think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes study,contemplate meditation n continuous and profound contemplation or musing on a subject or series of subjects of a deep or abstruse nature speculation meditation n (religion) contemplation of spiritual matters (usually on religious or philosophical subjects) meditative adj deeply or seriously thoughtful brooding,broody,contemplative,musing,pensive,pondering,reflective mediterranean n the largest inland sea; between Europe and Africa and Asia mediterranean adj of or relating to or characteristic of or located near the Mediterranean Sea medium n a means or instrumentality for storing or communicating information medium n the surrounding environment medium n an intervening substance through which signals can travel as a means for communication medium n (bacteriology) a nutrient substance (solid or liquid) that is used to cultivate micro-organisms medium adj around the middle of a scale of evaluation average,intermediate medium adj (meat) cooked until there is just a little pink meat inside medlar n small deciduous tree of southern Africa having edible fruit medlar n small deciduous Eurasian tree cultivated for its fruit that resemble crab apples medlar n a South African globular fruit with brown leathery skin and pithy flesh having a sweet-acid taste medlar n crabapple-like fruit used for preserves medley n a musical composition consisting of a series of songs or other musical pieces from various sources potpourri,pastiche medoc n red Bordeaux wine from the Medoc district of southwestern France medulla n a white fatty substance that forms a medullary sheath around the axis cylinder of some nerve fibers myelin medulla n lower or hindmost part of the brain; continuous with spinal cord; (`bulb' is an old term for medulla oblongata) bulb medulla n the inner part of an organ or structure in plant or animal cortex medusa n (Greek mythology) a woman transformed into a Gorgon by Athena; she was slain by Perseus medusa n one of two forms that coelenterates take: it is the free-swimming sexual phase in the life cycle of a coelenterate; in this phase it has a g meed n a fitting reward meek adj humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness mild,modest meek adj very docile tame meek adj evidencing little spirit or courage; overly submissive or compliant meekly adv in a submissive or spiritless manner meekly adv in a humble manner humbly meerkat n a mongoose-like viverrine of South Africa having a face like a lemur and only four toes meerschaum n a white clayey mineral meerschaum n a pipe having a bowl made of meerschaum meet n a meeting at which a number of athletic contests are held meet v come together encounter,see meet v get together socially or for a specific purpose meet v be adjacent or come together converge meet v fill, satisfy or meet a want or need or condtion ro restriction fit,satisfy,fill,fulfill,fulfil meet adj being precisely fitting and right fitting meeting n a formally arranged gathering meeting n a small informal social gathering meeting n a casual or unexpected convergence encounter meeting n the social act of assembling for some common purpose congress meetinghouse n a building for religious assembly (especially Nonconformists, e.g., Quakers) conventicle meg n the number that is represented as a one followed by 6 zeros million megaera n one of the three Furies megalomania n a psychological state characterized by delusions of grandeur megalomaniac n a pathological egotist megalopolis n a very large urban complex (usually involving several cities and towns) megaphone n a cone-shaped acoustic device held to the mouth to intensify and direct the human voice megaton n a measure of explosive power (of an atomic weapon) equal to that of one million tons of TNT megaton n one million tons megawatt n a unit of power equal to one million watts megillah n (Yiddish) a long boring tediously detailed account megillah n (Judaism) the scroll of parchment that contains the biblical story of Esther; traditionally read in synagogues to celebrate Purim megilp n a medium for oil-paints; linseed oil mixed with mastic varnish or turpentine mei n Japanese ornamental tree with fragrant white or pink blossoms and small yellow fruits meiosis n (genetics) cell division that produces reproductive cells in sexually reproducing organisms; the nucleus divides into four nuclei each conta meiosis n understatement for rhetorical effect (especially when expressing an affirmative by negating its contrary) meir n Israeli statesman (born in Russia) (1898-1978) meitner n Swedish physicist (born in Austria) who worked in the field of radiochemistry with Otto Hahn and formulated the concept of nuclear fission w mekong n an Asian river; flows through a large delta in southern Vietnam into the South China Sea melamine n a white crystalline organic base; used mainly in making melamine resins melancholic n someone subject to melancholia melancholic adj characterized by or causing or expressing sadness melancholy melancholy n a feeling of thoughtful sadness melancholy n a constitutional tendency to be gloomy and depressed melancholy n a humor that was once believed to be secreted by the kidneys or spleen and to cause sadness and melancholy melancholy adj characterized by or causing or expressing sadness melancholic melancholy adj grave or even gloomy in character somber,sombre melanchthon n German theologian and Luther's successor as leader of the Reformation in Germany (1497-1560) melanesian adj of or relating to Melanesia or its people or culture melange n a motley assortment of things farrago,mishmash,hodgepodge melanin n insoluble pigments that account for the color of e.g. skin and scales and feathers melanoma n any of several malignant neoplasms (usually of the skin) consisting of melanocytes melba n Australian operatic soprano (1861-1931) melbourne n a resort town in east central Florida melbourne n the capital of Victoria state and 2nd largest Australian city; a financial and commercial center meld n a form of rummy using two decks of cards and four jokers; jokers and deuces are wild; the object is to form groups of the same rank canasta meld v announce for a score; of cards in a card game meld v lose its distinct outline or shape; blend gradually melt meld v mix together different elements blend,flux,mix,conflate,commingle,fuse,coalesce,combine melee n a noisy riotous fight scrimmage melena n abnormally dark tarry feces containing blood (usually from gastrointestinal bleeding) melia n type genus of the Meliaceae: East Indian and Australian deciduous trees with leaves resembling those of the ash melissa n a genus of Old World mints of the family Labiatae melkite n an eastern Christian in Egypt or Syria who adheres to the Orthodox faith as defined by the council of Chalcedon in 451 and as accepted by th melkite n an Orthodox Christian or Uniate Christian belonging to the patriarchate of Alexandria or Antioch or Jerusalem mellon n United States financier and philanthropist (1855-1937) mellow v soften, make mellow mellow v become more relaxed, easygoing, or genial melt mellow v make or grow (more) mellow mellow adj unhurried and relaxed mellow adj having a full and pleasing flavor through proper aging mellowed mellow adj softened through age or experience mellowed mellow adj slightly and pleasantly intoxicated from alcohol or a drug (especially marijuana) high mellow adv in a mellow manner mellowed adj having a full and pleasing flavor through proper aging mellow mellowed adj softened through age or experience mellow mellowing n the process of becoming mellow mellowness n a feeling of good humor and sympathy through maturity or intoxication or a relaxed state mellowness n a taste (especially of fruit) that is ripe and of full flavor mellowness n the property of a sensation that is rich and pleasing fullness,richness mellowness n a soft shade of a color melodic adj containing or constituting or characterized by pleasing melody melodious,musical melodic adj of or relating to melody melodious adj having a musical sound; especially a pleasing tune tuneful melodious adj containing or constituting or characterized by pleasing melody melodic,musical melodrama n an extravagant comedy in which action is more salient than characterization melodramatic adj having the excitement and emotional appeal of melodrama melodramatic adj characteristic of acting or a stage performance; often affected histrionic melody n a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence tune,air,strain,line melody n the perception of pleasant arrangements of musical notes melon n any of numerous fruits of the gourd family having a hard rind and sweet juicy flesh melon n any of various fruit of cucurbitaceous vines including: muskmelons; watermelons; cantaloupes; cucumbers melt n the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid thaw,thawing,melting melt v reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating run melt v become or cause to become soft or liquid dissolve,thaw melt v become more relaxed, easygoing, or genial mellow melt v lose its distinct outline or shape; blend gradually meld meltdown n severe overheating of the core of a nuclear reactor resulting in the core melting and radiation escaping meltdown n a disaster comparable to a nuclear meltdown melted adj changed from a solid to a liquid state liquid melting n the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid thaw,melt,thawing melting adj becoming liquid melville n United States writer of novels and short stories (1819-1891) mem n the 13th letter of the Hebrew alphabet member n one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization) nonmember member n anything that belongs to a set or class member n an external body part that projects from the body extremity,appendage member n an organization that is a member of another organization (especially a state that belongs to a group of nations) membered adj having members; normally used in chemistry in combination with a number membership n the body of members of an organization or group rank membership n the state of being a member membrane n a thin pliable sheet of material membrane n a pliable sheet of tissue that covers or lines or connects the organs or cells of animals or plants membranous adj relating to or made of or similar to a membrane membranous adj characterized by formation of a membrane (or something resembling a membrane) meme n a cultural unit (an idea or value or pattern of behavior) that is passed from one person to another by non-genetic means (as by imitation) memento n a reminder of past events souvenir memo n a written proposal or reminder memorandum,memoranda memoir n an account of the author's personal experiences memoir n an essay on a scientific or scholarly topic memorabilia n a record of things worth remembering memorable adj worth remembering memorably adv in a memorable manner memoranda n a written proposal or reminder memo,memorandum memorandum n a written proposal or reminder memo,memoranda memorial n a recognition of meritorious service commemoration,remembrance memorial n a written statement of facts submitted in conjunction with a petition to an authority memorial n a structure erected to commemorate persons or events monument memorialize v address in a memorial memorialize v be or provide a memorial to a person or an event commemorate,immortalize,immortalise memorize v commit to memory; learn by heart con,learn memory n something that is remembered memory n the cognitive processes whereby past experience is remembered remembering memory n the power of retaining and recalling past experience retention memory n an electronic memory device storage,store memphis n largest city of Tennessee; located in southwestern Tennessee on bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River memphis n an ancient city of Egypt on the Nile (south of Cairo) men n the force of workers available workforce,manpower,hands men's n a public toilet for men menace n something that is a source of danger threat menace n a threat or the act of threatening menace v pose a threat to; present a danger to endanger,jeopardize,threaten,imperil,peril menace v express a threat either by an utterance or a gesture menace v act in a threatening manner menacing adj threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments baleful,forbidding,minacious,minatory,ominous,sinister,threatening menacingly adv in a menacing manner threateningly menagerie n a collection of live animals for study or display menagerie n the facility where wild animals are housed for exhibition zoo mend n sewing that repairs a worn or torn hole (especially in a garment) patch,darn mend n the act of putting something in working order again repair,fix,fixing,fixture,mending,reparation mend v restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken repair,fix,bushel,doctor,restore mend v heal or recover heal mendacious adj given to lying mendacious adj intentionally untrue mendacity n the tendency to be untruthful veracity mendel n Augustinian monk and botanist whose experiments in breeding garden peas led to his eventual recognition as founder of the science of genetic mendelssohn n German musician and romantic composer of orchestral and choral works (1809-1847) mending n garments that must be repaired mending n the act of putting something in working order again repair,fix,fixing,fixture,mend,reparation menelaus n (Greek mythology) the king of Sparta at the time of the Trojan War; brother of Agamemnon; husband of Helen menhaden n shad-like North American marine fishes used for fish meal and oil and fertilizer menial n a domestic servant menial adj used of unskilled work (especially domestic work) humble,lowly meningitis n infectious disease characterized by inflammation of the meninges (the tissues that surround the brain or spinal cord) usually caused by a ba meniscus n (anatomy) a disk of cartilage that serves as a cushion between the ends of bones that meet at a joint meniscus n (optics) a lens that is concave on one side and convex on the other meniscus n (physics) the curved upper surface of a nonturbulent liquid in a vertical tube mennonite n a member of an Anabaptist movement in Holland noted for its simplicity of life menopausal adj of or relating to the menopause menopause n the time in a woman's life in which the menstrual cycle ends menorah n (Judaism) a candelabrum with seven branches used in ceremonies to symbolize the seven days of Creation menorah n (Judaism) a candelabrum with nine branches; used during the Hanukkah festival mensa n a faint constellation in the polar region of the southern hemisphere and containing part of the Large Magellanic Cloud mensch n a decent responsible person with admirable characteristics menstrual adj of or relating to menstruation or the menses menstruate v undergo menstruation flow menstruation n the monthly discharge of blood from the uterus of nonpregnant women from puberty to menopause period,flow mensurable adj having notes of fixed rhythmic value measured mensurable adj capable of being measured measurable mental adj involving the mind or an intellectual process physical mental adj of or relating to the mind mental adj of or relating to the chin- or liplike structure in insects and certain mollusks mental adj of or relating to the chin or median part of the lower jaw genial mentality n a habitual or characteristic mental attitude that determines how you will interpret and respond to situations outlook,mindset mentality n mental ability brain,wit mentally adv in your mind menthol n a crystalline compound that has the cool and minty taste and odor that occurs naturally in peppermint oil; used as a flavoring and in medici menthol n a lotion containing menthol which gives it the smell of mint mention n a remark that calls attention to something or someone reference mention n a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage citation,cite,acknowledgment,credit,reference,quotation mention n an official recognition of merit mention v make reference to advert,cite,name,refer mention v make mention of note,observe,remark mention v commend cite mentor n a wise and trusted guide and advisor mentor v serve as a teacher or trusted counselor mentum n a projection like a chin formed by the sepals and base of the column in some orchids mentum n the protruding part of the lower jaw chin mentum n a projection below the mouth of certain mollusks that resembles a chin menu n a list of dishes available at a restaurant card,carte menu n the dishes making up a meal menu n (computer science) a list of options available to a computer user menu n an agenda of things to do fare meow n the sound made by a cat (or any sound resembling this) mew,miaul meow v cry like a cat mew mercantile adj of or relating to the economic system of mercantilism mercantile adj profit oriented mercenary mercantile adj relating to or characteristic of trade or traders mercantilism n an economic system (Europe in 18th century) to increase a nation's wealth by government regulation of all of the nation's commercial interes mercantilism n transactions (sales and purchases) having the objective of supplying commodities (goods and services) commerce,commercialism mercator n Flemish geographer who lived in Germany; he invented the Mercator projection of maps of the globe (1512-1594) mercenary n a person hired to fight for another country than their own mercenary adj marked by materialism materialistic mercenary adj serving for wages in a foreign army freelance mercenary adj profit oriented mercantile mercer n a dealer in textiles (especially silks) mercer n British maker of printed calico cloth who invented mercerizing (1791-1866) merchandise n commodities offered for sale ware,product merchandise v engage in the trade of trade merchandiser n a businessperson engaged in retail trade merchant merchandising n the exchange of goods for an agreed sum of money selling,marketing merchant n a businessperson engaged in retail trade merchandiser merciful adj showing or giving mercy merciless merciful adj (used conventionally of royalty and high nobility) gracious mercifully adv in a compassionate manner merciless adj having or showing no mercy unmerciful merciful mercilessly adv without pity; in a merciless manner mercilessness n feelings of extreme heartlessness cruelty,ruthlessness mercilessness n inhumaneness evidenced by an unwillingness to be kind or forgiving mercurial adj liable to sudden unpredictable change erratic,fickle,quicksilver mercurial adj relating to or under the (astrological) influence of the planet Mercury mercurial adj relating to or having characteristics (eloquence, shrewdness, swiftness, thievishness) attributed to the god Mercury mercurial adj relating to or containing or caused by mercury mercuric adj of or containing mercury mercury n a heavy silvery toxic univalent and bivalent metallic element; the only metal that is liquid at ordinary temperatures quicksilver mercury n (Roman mythology) messenger of Jupiter and god of commerce; counterpart of Greek Hermes mercury n the smallest planet and the nearest to the sun mercury n temperature measured by a mercury thermometer mercy n leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice clemency mercy n a disposition to be kind and forgiving mercy n the feeling that motivates compassion mercy n something for which to be thankful mere n a small pond of standing water mere adj being nothing more than specified mere adj apart from anything else; without additions or modifications bare,simple meredith n United States civil rights leader whose college registration caused riots in traditionally segregated Mississippi (born in 1933) meredith n English novelist and poet (1828-1909) merely adv and nothing more simply,just,only,but merganser n large crested fish-eating diving duck having a slender hooked bill with serrated edges merge v become one unify,unite merge v mix together different elements blend,flux,mix,conflate,commingle,fuse,coalesce,meld merge v join or combine unite,unify merged adj formed or united into a whole incorporate,incorporated,integrated,unified merger n the combination of two or more commercial companies amalgamation,uniting merger n an occurrence that involves the production of a union fusion,unification merging n the act of joining together as one meeting merging n a flowing together confluence merging adj flowing together confluent merida n the capital of the Mexican state of Yucatan meridian n the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development acme,height,elevation,peak,pinnacle,summit,superlative,top meridian n a town in eastern Mississippi meridian n an imaginary great circle on the surface of the earth passing through the north and south poles at right angles to the equator meridian adj of or happening at noon meridian adj being at the best stage of development prime meringue n sweet topping especially for pies made of beaten egg whites and sugar merino n white sheep originating in Spain and producing a heavy fleece of exceptional quality merit n any admirable quality or attribute virtue demerit merit n the quality of being deserving (e.g., deserving assistance) merit v be worthy or deserving deserve meritable adj deserving reward or praise meritorious merited adj properly deserved deserved meritless adj without merit; of little or no value or use sorry meritorious adj deserving reward or praise meritable merl n common black European thrush blackbird,merle,ouzel merle n common black European thrush blackbird,merl,ouzel merlin n (Arthurian legend) the magician who acted as King Arthur's advisor merlin n small falcon of Europe and America having dark plumage with black-barred tail; used in falconry merlon n a solid section between two crenels in a crenelated battlement merlot n black wine grape originally from the region of Bordeaux merlot n dry red wine made from a grape grown widely in Bordeaux and California mermaid n half woman and half fish; lives in the sea merman n United States singer who appeared in several musical comedies (1909-1984) merman n half man and half fish; lives in the sea merrily adv in a joyous manner happily,blithely merriment n a gay feeling gaiety merriment n activities that are enjoyable or amusing fun,playfulness merry adj full of or showing high-spirited merriment gay,jocund,jolly,jovial merry adj offering fun and gaiety gay,festive merry adj quick and energetic alert,brisk,lively,rattling,snappy,spanking,zippy merton n United States religious and writer (1915-1968) merton n United States sociologist (1910-2003) mesa n flat tableland with steep edges table mesa n a city in Arizona just to the east of Phoenix; originally a suburb of Phoenix mescaline n the hallucinatory alkaloid that is the active agent in mescal buttons peyote mesenteric adj of or relating to or located in a mesentery mesh n the number of openings per linear inch of a screen; measures size of particles mesh n contact by fitting together engagement,meshing,interlocking mesh n the topology of a network whose components are all connected directly to every other component mesh n an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals net,network,meshing mesh v keep engaged engage,lock,operate mesh v coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively interlock mesh v work together in harmony mesh v entangle or catch in (or as if in) a mesh enmesh,ensnarl meshed n the holy city of Shiite Muslims; located in northeastern Iran meshed adj resembling a network meshed adj (used of toothed parts or gears) interlocked and interacting engaged meshing n contact by fitting together engagement,mesh,interlocking meshing n an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals net,network,mesh meshing n the act of interlocking or meshing mesh,interlock,interlocking meshugge adj senseless; crazy meshuggener meshuggener n (Yiddish) a crazy fool meshuggener adj senseless; crazy meshugge mesmerism n the act of inducing hypnosis hypnotism,suggestion mesmerize v attract strongly, as if with a magnet bewitch mesmerize v induce hypnosis in hypnotize mesmerized adj having your attention fixated as though by a spell fascinated,hypnotized,spellbound,transfixed mesmerizing adj attracting and holding interest as if by a spell hypnotic,spellbinding mesodermal adj relating to or derived from the mesoderm mesolithic n middle part of the Stone Age beginning about 15,000 years ago mesolithic adj of or relating to a middle period of the Stone Age (following the paleolithic) meson n an elementary particle responsible for the forces in the atomic nucleus; a hadron with a baryon number of 0 mesopotamia n the land between the Tigris and Euphrates; site of several ancient civilizations; part of what is now known as Iraq mesozoic n from 230 million to 63 million years ago mesozoic adj of or relating to or denoting the Mesozoic era mesquite n any of several small spiny trees or shrubs of the genus Prosopis having small flowers in axillary cylindrical spikes followed by large pods mess n a state of confusion and disorderliness muss mess n informal terms for a difficult situation fix,hole,jam,muddle,pickle mess n soft semiliquid food mess n a meal eaten in a mess hall by service personnel mess v eat in a mess hall mess v make a mess of or create disorder in message n a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled message n what a communication that is about something is about content,substance message v send a message to message v send as a message message v send a message messaging n the sending and processing of e-mail by computer messenger n a person who carries a message courier messiah n any expected deliverer christ messiah n Jesus Christ; considered by Christians to be the promised deliverer messiah n the awaited king of the Jews; the promised and expected deliverer of the Jewish people messiah n an oratorio composed by Handel in 1742 messianic adj of or relating to a messiah promising deliverance messina n a port city in northeastern Sicily on the Strait of Messina messy adj dirty and disorderly mestizo n a person of mixed racial ancestry (especially mixed European and Native American ancestry) metabolic adj of or relating to metabolism metabolic adj undergoing metamorphosis metabolism n the marked and rapid transformation of a larva into an adult that occurs in some animals metamorphosis metabolism n the organic processes (in a cell or organism) that are necessary for life metabolite n any substance involved in metabolism (either as a product of metabolism or as necessary for metabolism) metabolize v produce by metabolism metacarpal n any bone of the hand between the wrist and fingers metacarpal adj of or relating to the metacarpus metadata n data about data metagenesis n alternation of sexual and asexual generations metaknowledge n knowledge about knowledge metal n any of several chemical elements that are usually shiny solids that conduct heat or electricity and can be formed into sheets etc. metal n a mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other alloy metal v cover with metal metal adj containing or made of or resembling or characteristic of a metal metallic metallic n a fabric made of a yarn that is partly or entirely of metal metallic n a yarn made partly or entirely of metal metallic adj containing or made of or resembling or characteristic of a metal metal metallurgical adj of or relating to metallurgy metallurgy n the science and technology of metals metalwork n the metal parts of something metalwork n the activity of making things out of metal in a skillful manner metalworking metalworker n someone who works metal (especially by hammering it when it is hot and malleable) smith metalworking n the activity of making things out of metal in a skillful manner metalwork metamorphic adj of or relating to metamorphosis (especially of rocks) metamorphic adj characterized by metamorphosis or change in physical form or substance metamorphose v change completely the nature or appearance of transfigure metamorphose v change in outward structure or looks transform,transmute metamorphosis n the marked and rapid transformation of a larva into an adult that occurs in some animals metabolism metamorphosis n a striking change in appearance or character or circumstances metamorphosis n a complete change of physical form or substance especially as by magic or witchcraft metaphor n a figure of speech in which an expression is used to refer to something that it does not literally denote in order to suggest a similarity metaphorical adj expressing one thing in terms normally denoting another metaphorically adv in a metaphorical manner metaphysical adj pertaining to or of the nature of metaphysics metaphysical adj transcending physical matter or the laws of nature metaphysical adj highly abstract and overly theoretical metaphysics n the philosophical study of being and knowing metastasis n the spreading of a disease (especially cancer) to another part of the body metastasize v spread throughout the body metastatic adj relating to or affected by metastasis metatarsus n the skeleton of the human foot between the toes and the tarsus; the corresponding part of the foot in birds or of the hind foot in quadruped metathesis n a linguistic process of transposition of sounds or syllables within a word or words within a sentence metathesis n a chemical reaction between two compounds in which parts of each are interchanged to form two new compounds (AB+CD=AD+CB) mete n a line that indicates a boundary border,borderline meteor n (astronomy) any of the small solid extraterrestrial bodies that hits the earth's atmosphere meteor n a streak of light in the sky at night that results when a meteoroid hits the earth's atmosphere and air friction causes the meteoroid to mel meteoric adj of or pertaining to atmospheric phenomena, especially weather and weather conditions meteorological meteoric adj pertaining to or consisting of meteors or meteoroids meteoric adj like a meteor in speed or brilliance or transience meteorite n stony or metallic object that is the remains of a meteoroid that has reached the earth's surface meteorological adj of or pertaining to atmospheric phenomena, especially weather and weather conditions meteoric meteorologist n a specialist who studies processes in the earth's atmosphere that cause weather conditions meteorology n predicting what the weather will be meteorology n the earth science dealing with phenomena of the atmosphere (especially weather) meter n the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards) metre,m meter n any of various measuring instruments for measuring a quantity meter n (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse metre,measure,beat,cadence meter n rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration metre,time meter v measure with a meter meter v stamp with a meter indicating the postage meth n an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system methamphetamine,chalk,crank,glass,ice,trash methadone n synthetic narcotic drug similar to morphine but less habit-forming; used in narcotic detoxification and maintenance of heroin addiction fixer methamphetamine n an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system meth,chalk,crank,glass,ice,trash methane n a colorless odorless gas used as a fuel methanol n a light volatile flammable poisonous liquid alcohol; used as an antifreeze and solvent and fuel and as a denaturant for ethyl alcohol method n a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps) method n an acting technique introduced by Stanislavsky in which the actor recalls emotions or reactions from his or her own life and uses them to id methodical adj characterized by method and orderliness methodically adv in a methodical manner methodism n the religious beliefs and practices of Methodists characterized by concern with social welfare and public morals methodist n a follower of Wesleyanism as practiced by the Methodist Church methodist adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of the branch of Protestantism adhering to the views of Wesley wesleyan methodological adj relating to the methodology of some discipline methodology n the branch of philosophy that analyzes the principles and procedures of inquiry in a particular discipline methodology n the system of methods followed in a particular discipline methuselah n (Old Testament) a patriarch (grandfather of Noah) who is said to have lived 969 years methuselah n a man who is very old graybeard methyl n the univalent radical CH3- derived from methane methylene n the bivalent radical CH2 derived from methane metic n an alien who paid a fee to reside in an ancient Greek city meticulous adj marked by precise accordance with details punctilious meticulous adj marked by extreme care in treatment of details meticulously adv in a meticulous manner metier n an asset of special worth or utility forte,specialty,speciality,strength metier n an occupation for which you are especially well suited medium metis n a person in western Canada who is of Caucasian and American Indian ancestry metre n the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards) meter,m metre n (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse meter,measure,beat,cadence metre n rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration meter,time metric n a function of a topological space that gives, for any two points in the space, a value equal to the distance between them metric n a decimal unit of measurement of the metric system (based on meters and kilograms and seconds) metric n a system of related measures that facilitates the quantification of some particular characteristic metric adj based on the meter as a standard of measurement metrical metric adj the rhythmic arrangement of syllables measured,metrical metrical adj based on the meter as a standard of measurement metric metrical adj the rhythmic arrangement of syllables measured,metric metrically adv with regard to meter metrics n the study of poetic meter and the art of versification prosody metro n an electric railway operating below the surface of the ground (usually in a city) tube,underground,subway metronome n clicking pendulum indicates the exact tempo of a piece of music metropolis n a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts city metropolis n people living in a large densely populated municipality city metropolitan n in the Eastern Orthodox Church this title is given to a position between bishop and patriarch; equivalent to archbishop in western Christian metropolitan n a person who lives in a metropolis metropolitan adj relating to or characteristic of a metropolis mettle n the courage to carry on heart,nerve,spunk mettlesome adj having a proud and unbroken spirit mettlesome adj willing to face danger game,gritty,spirited,spunky meuse n a European river; flows into the North Sea meuse n an American operation in World War I (1918); American troops under Pershing drove back the German armies which were saved only by the armist argonne mew n the sound made by a cat (or any sound resembling this) meow,miaul mew n the common gull of Eurasia and northeastern North America mew v cry like a cat meow mew v utter a high-pitched cry, as of seagulls mews n street lined with buildings that were originally private stables but have been remodeled as dwellings mexican n a native or inhabitant of Mexico mexican adj of or relating to Mexico or its inhabitants mexico n a republic in southern North America; became independent from Spain in 1810 mezuzah n religious texts from Deuteronomy inscribed on parchment and rolled up in a case that is attached to the doorframe of many Jewish households mezzanine n first or lowest balcony mezzanine n intermediate floor just above the ground floor mezzo n a soprano with a voice between soprano and contralto mezzo n the female singing voice between contralto and soprano mg n one thousandth (1/1,000) gram milligram mg n a light silver-white ductile bivalent metallic element; in pure form it burns with brilliant white flame; occurs naturally only in combinati magnesium mi n destruction of heart tissue resulting from obstruction of the blood supply to the heart muscle mi n a former British unit of length equivalent to 6,080 feet (1,853.184 meters); 800 feet longer than a statute mile mile mi n a unit of length used in navigation; exactly 1,852 meters; historically based on the distance spanned by one minute of arc in latitude mile mi n a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters mile miami n a member of the extinct Algonquian people formerly living in northern Indiana and southern Michigan miami n a city and resort in southeastern Florida on Biscayne Bay; the best known city in Florida; a haven for retirees and a refuge for Cubans flee miasma n an unwholesome atmosphere miasma n unhealthy vapors rising from the ground or other sources miaul n the sound made by a cat (or any sound resembling this) meow,mew mib n a unit of information equal to 1024 kibibytes or 2^20 (1,048,576) bytes m mic n device for converting sound waves into electrical energy microphone,mike mica n any of various minerals consisting of hydrous silicates of aluminum or potassium etc. that crystallize in forms that allow perfect cleavage micah n a minor Hebrew prophet (8th century BC) micah n an Old Testament book telling the prophecies of Micah foretelling the destruction of Jerusalem micelle n an electrically charged particle built up from polymeric molecules or ions and occurring in certain colloidal electrolytic solutions like so michael n (Old Testament) the guardian archangel of the Jews michaelmas n honoring the archangel Michael; a quarter day in England, Wales, and Ireland michelangelo n Florentine sculptor and painter and architect; one of the outstanding figures of the Renaissance (1475-1564) michigan n a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region mi michigan n the 3rd largest of the Great Lakes; the largest freshwater lake entirely within the United States borders michigan n a gambling card game in which chips are placed on the ace and king and queen and jack of separate suits (taken from a separate deck); a play chicago,newmarket,boodle,stops mick n (ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Irish descent paddy,mickey mickey n (ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Irish descent paddy,mick mickle n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,deal,flock,heap,lot,mass,mess,mint micro adj extremely small in scale or scope or capability microbe n a minute life form (especially a disease-causing bacterium); the term is not in technical use bug,germ microbial adj of or involving or caused by or being microbes microbiologist n a specialist in microbiology microbiology n the branch of biology that studies microorganisms and their effects on humans microchip n electronic equipment consisting of a small crystal of a silicon semiconductor fabricated to carry out a number of electronic functions in an chip microcosm n a miniature model of something microfilm n film on which materials are photographed at greatly reduced size; useful for storage; a magnification system is used to read the material microfilm v record on microfilm microfossil n a fossil that must be studied microscopically microgram n one millionth (1/1,000,000) gram micrometer n a metric unit of length equal to one millionth of a meter micron micrometer n caliper for measuring small distances micromillimetre n a metric unit of length equal to one billionth of a meter nanometre micron n a metric unit of length equal to one millionth of a meter micrometer microorganism n any organism of microscopic size micropaleontology n the paleontology of microfossils micropenis n an abnormally small penis microphone n device for converting sound waves into electrical energy mike,mic micropyle n minute opening in the wall of an ovule through which the pollen tube enters microscope n magnifier of the image of small objects microscopic adj of or relating to or used in microscopy microscopic adj visible under a microscope; using a microscope microscopic adj extremely precise with great attention to details microscopic adj so small as to be invisible without a microscope microscopically adv by using a microscope; so as to be visible only with a microscope; as seen with a microscope microscopically adv as if by using a microscope; with extreme precision and attention to detail; in minute detail microscopy n research with the use of microscopes microsome n a tiny granule in the cytoplasm that is where protein synthesis takes place under the direction of mRNA microwave n a short electromagnetic wave (longer than infrared but shorter than radio waves); used for radar and microwave ovens and for transmitting te microwave n kitchen appliance that cooks food by passing an electromagnetic wave through it; heat results from the absorption of energy by the water mol microwave v cook or heat in a microwave oven zap,nuke mid adj used in combination to denote the middle midafternoon n the middle part of the afternoon midair n some point in the air; above ground level midas n (Greek legend) the greedy king of Phrygia who Dionysus gave the power to turn everything he touched into gold midday n the middle of the day noon,noonday midden n (archeology) a mound of domestic refuse containing shells and animal bones marking the site of a prehistoric settlement midden n a heap of dung or refuse middle n an area that is approximately central within some larger region center,centre,heart,eye middle n an intermediate part or section end,beginning middle n the middle area of the human torso (usually in front) midriff middle n time between the beginning and the end of a temporal period end,beginning middle v put in the middle middle adj being neither at the beginning nor at the end in a series mediate middle adj equally distant from the extremes center,halfway,midway middle adj of a stage in the development of a language or literature between earlier and later stages late,early middle adj between an earlier and a later period of time late,early middleman n someone who buys large quantities of goods and resells to merchants rather than to the ultimate customers jobber,wholesaler middleman n the performer in the middle of a minstrel line who engages the others in talk interlocutor middleman n a person who is in a position to give you special assistance contact middleton n English playwright and pamphleteer (1570-1627) middleweight n an amateur boxer who weighs no more than 165 pounds middleweight n a wrestler who weighs 172-192 pounds middleweight n a professional boxer who weighs between 155 and 160 pounds middling n any commodity of intermediate quality or size (especially when coarse particles of ground wheat are mixed with bran) middling adj lacking exceptional quality or ability average,fair,mediocre middling adv to certain extent or degree reasonably,moderately,pretty,jolly,somewhat,fairly,passably midfield n (sports) the middle part of a playing field (as in football or lacrosse) midgard n (Norse mythology) the abode of humans in Norse mythology midge n minute two-winged mosquito-like fly lacking biting mouthparts; appear in dancing swarms especially near water midland n a town in west central Texas midland n the interior part of a country midland adj of or coming from the middle of a region or country interior midmost adj being in the exact middle midmost adv the middle or central part or point midnight n 12 o'clock at night; the middle of the night midrash n (Judaism) an ancient commentary on part of the Hebrew scriptures that is based on Jewish methods of interpretation and attached to the bibli midrib n the vein in the center of a leaf midriff n the middle area of the human torso (usually in front) middle midriff n (anatomy) a muscular partition separating the abdominal and thoracic cavities; functions in respiration diaphragm midshipman n a temporary rank held by young naval officers in training midst n the location of something surrounded by other things thick midstream n the middle of a stream midsummer n June 21, when the sun is at its northernmost point midterm n the middle of the gestation period midterm n middle of an academic term or a political term in office midterm n an examination administered in the middle of an academic term midway n the place at a fair or carnival where sideshows and similar amusements are located midway n naval battle of World War II (June 1942); American planes based on land and on carriers decisively defeated a Japanese fleet on its way to i midway adj equally distant from the extremes center,halfway,middle midway adv at half the distance; at the middle halfway midweek n the fourth day of the week; the third working day wednesday,wed midweek n the middle of a week midweek adv in the middle of the week midwest n the north central region of the United States (sometimes called the heartland or the breadbasket of America) midwestern adj of a region of the United States generally including Ohio; Indiana; Illinois; Iowa; Missouri; Kansas; Nebraska; and sometimes Michigan; Wisc midwife n a woman skilled in aiding the delivery of babies midwifery n the branch of medicine dealing with childbirth and care of the mother obstetrics midwifery n assisting women at childbirth midwinter n the middle of winter mien n dignified manner or conduct bearing,comportment,presence miff n a state of irritation or annoyance huff miff v cause to be annoyed miffed adj aroused to impatience or anger annoyed,irritated,nettled,peeved,pissed,riled,roiled,steamed might n physical strength power mightily adv powerfully or vigorously mightily adv (Southern regional intensive) very; to a great degree mighty,powerful,right mighty adj having or showing great strength or force or intensity mighty adv (Southern regional intensive) very; to a great degree mightily,powerful,right migraine n a severe recurring vascular headache; occurs more frequently in women than men migrant n traveler who moves from one region or country to another migrant adj habitually moving from place to place especially in search of seasonal work migratory migrate v move from one country or region to another and settle there migrate v move periodically or seasonally migration n the movement of persons from one country or locality to another migration n a group of people migrating together (especially in some given time period) migration n (chemistry) the nonrandom movement of an atom or radical from one place to another within a molecule migration n the periodic passage of groups of animals (especially birds or fishes) from one region to another for feeding or breeding migratory adj used of animals that move seasonally migratory adj habitually moving from place to place especially in search of seasonal work migrant mikado n the emperor of Japan; when regarded as a religious leader the emperor is called tenno mike n device for converting sound waves into electrical energy microphone,mic mil n a Cypriot monetary unit equal to one thousandth of a pound mil n a Swedish unit of length equivalent to 10 km mile mil n a unit of length equal to one thousandth of an inch; used to specify thickness (e.g., of sheets or wire) mil n a metric unit of volume equal to one thousandth of a liter milliliter,cc milady n an English noblewoman milan n the capital of Lombardy in northern Italy; has been an international center of trade and industry since the Middle Ages milano milano n the capital of Lombardy in northern Italy; has been an international center of trade and industry since the Middle Ages milan milch adj giving milk; bred or suitable primarily for milk production mild adj moderate in type or degree or effect or force; far from extreme intense mild adj humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness meek,modest mild adj mild and pleasant balmy,soft mildew n the process of becoming mildewed mold,mould mildew n a fungus that produces a superficial (usually white) growth on organic matter mildew v become moldy; spoil due to humidity mold mildly adv to a moderate degree mildly adv in a gentle manner gently mile n a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters mi mile n a unit of length used in navigation; exactly 1,852 meters; historically based on the distance spanned by one minute of arc in latitude mi mile n a large distance mile n a former British unit of length once used in navigation; equivalent to 6,000 feet (1828.8 meters) mileage n distance measured in miles mileage n the ratio of the number of miles traveled to the number of gallons of gasoline burned mileage n a travel allowance at a given rate per mile traveled milepost n stone post at side of a road to show distances milestone miler n (used only in combinations) the length of something in miles miler n a runner in a one-mile race milestone n stone post at side of a road to show distances milepost milestone n a significant event in your life (or in a project) milieu n the environmental condition surroundings militancy n a militant aggressiveness combativeness militant n a militant reformer activist militant adj disposed to warfare or hard-line policies hawkish,warlike militant adj showing a fighting disposition competitive militant adj engaged in war belligerent,warring militarily adv with respect to the military militarism n a political orientation of a people or a government to maintain a strong military force and to be prepared to use it aggressively to defend militaristic adj imbued with militarism militarize v lend a military character to (a country), as by building up a military force demilitarize militarize v adopt for military use militarized adj issued military arms military n the military forces of a nation military adj of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare military adj characteristic of or associated with soldiers or the military military adj associated with or performed by members of the armed services as contrasted with civilians civilian militate v have force or influence; bring about an effect or change militia n civilians trained as soldiers but not part of the regular army reserves militia n the entire body of physically fit civilians eligible by law for military service milk n a white nutritious liquid secreted by mammals and used as food by human beings milk n produced by mammary glands of female mammals for feeding their young milk n a river that rises in the Rockies in northwestern Montana and flows eastward to become a tributary of the Missouri River milk n any of several nutritive milklike liquids milk v take milk from female mammals milk v exploit as much as possible milk v add milk to milkmaid n a woman who works in a dairy milkman n someone who delivers milk milkshake n frothy drink of milk and flavoring and sometimes fruit or ice cream shake milksop n a timid man or boy considered childish or unassertive sissy,pansy milkweed n any of numerous plants of the genus Asclepias having milky juice and pods that split open releasing seeds with downy tufts milkweed n annual Eurasian sow thistle with soft spiny leaves and rayed yellow flower heads milky adj resembling milk in color; not clear whitish mill n a plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing factory,manufactory mill n Scottish philosopher who expounded Bentham's utilitarianism; father of John Stuart Mill (1773-1836) mill n English philosopher and economist remembered for his interpretations of empiricism and utilitarianism (1806-1873) mill n machinery that processes materials by grinding or crushing grinder mill v move about in a confused manner mill v grind with a mill mill v produce a ridge around the edge of mill v roll out (metal) with a rolling machine milled adj (of grains especially rice) having the husk or outer layers removed polished millennial adj relating to a millennium or span of a thousand years millennium n a span of 1000 years millennium n (New Testament) in Revelations it is foretold that those faithful to Jesus will reign with Jesus over the earth for a thousand years; the me millennium n the 1000th anniversary (or the celebration of it) miller n United States bandleader of a popular big band (1909-1944) miller n United States novelist whose novels were originally banned as pornographic (1891-1980) miller n United States playwright (1915-2005) miller n someone who works in a mill (especially a grain mill) millet n any of various small-grained annual cereal and forage grasses of the genera Panicum, Echinochloa, Setaria, Sorghum, and Eleusine millet n French painter of rural scenes (1814-1875) millet n small seed of any of various annual cereal grasses especially Setaria italica milliard n a billion millibar n a unit of atmospheric pressure equal to one thousandth of a bar milligram n one thousandth (1/1,000) gram mg milliliter n a metric unit of volume equal to one thousandth of a liter mil,cc millimeter n a metric unit of length equal to one thousandth of a meter millimetre,mm millimetre n a metric unit of length equal to one thousandth of a meter millimeter,mm milliner n someone who makes and sells hats hatmaker,hatter milling n corrugated edge of a coin million n the number that is represented as a one followed by 6 zeros meg million n a very large indefinite number (usually hyperbole) billion,trillion,zillion,gazillion million adj (in Roman numerals, M written with a macron over it) denoting a quantity consisting of 1,000,000 items or units millionaire n a person whose material wealth is valued at more than a million dollars millionth n position 1,000,000 in a countable series of things millionth n one part in a million equal parts millionth adj the ordinal number of one million in counting order millisecond n one thousandth (10^-3) of a second mills n United States architect who was the presidentially appointed architect of Washington D.C. (1781-1855) millstone n (figurative) something that hinders or handicaps albatross millstone n any load that is difficult to carry millstone n one of a pair of heavy flat disk-shaped stones that are rotated against one another to grind the grain milo n small drought-resistant sorghums having large yellow or whitish grains milt n fish sperm or sperm-filled reproductive gland; having a creamy texture milt n seminal fluid produced by male fish milton n English poet; remembered primarily as the author of an epic poem describing humanity's fall from grace (1608-1674) milwaukee n largest city of Wisconsin; located in southeastern Wisconsin on the western shore of Lake Michigan; a flourishing agricultural center known mime n an actor who communicates entirely by gesture and facial expression mummer mime n a performance using gestures and body movements without words pantomime mime v imitate (a person or manner), especially for satirical effect mimic mime v act out without words but with gestures and bodily movements only pantomime mimeograph n a rotary duplicator that uses a stencil through which ink is pressed (trade mark Roneo) mimeograph v print copies from (a prepared stencil) using a mimeograph mimesis n the imitative representation of nature and human behavior in art and literature mimesis n any disease that shows symptoms characteristic of another disease mimesis n the representation of another person's words in a speech mimetic adj characterized by or of the nature of or using mimesis mimetic adj exhibiting mimicry mimic n someone who mimics (especially an actor or actress) mimic v imitate (a person or manner), especially for satirical effect mime mimic adj constituting an imitation mimicry n the act of mimicking; imitative behavior mimicry n the resemblance of an animal species to another species or to natural objects; provides concealment and protection from predators mimosa n evergreen Australasian tree having white or silvery bark and young leaves and yellow flowers mimosa n any of various tropical shrubs or trees of the genus Mimosa having usually yellow flowers and compound leaves mimosa n a mixed drink containing champagne and orange juice min n a unit of time equal to 60 seconds or 1/60th of an hour minute min n any of the forms of Chinese spoken in Fukien province amoy,taiwanese min n an Egyptian god of procreation mina n tropical Asian starlings myna,minah minacious adj threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments baleful,forbidding,menacing,minatory,ominous,sinister,threatening minah n tropical Asian starlings myna,mina minaret n slender tower with balconies minatory adj threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments baleful,forbidding,menacing,minacious,ominous,sinister,threatening mince n food chopped into small bits mince v make less severe or harsh soften,moderate mince v walk daintily mince v cut into small pieces mincemeat n spiced mixture of chopped raisins and apples and other ingredients with or without meat mincer n a kitchen utensil that cuts or chops food (especially meat) into small pieces mincing adj affectedly dainty or refined prim mind n that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason head,brain,psyche,nous mind n recall or remembrance mind n an opinion formed by judging something judgment,judgement mind n an important intellectual thinker mind v be offended or bothered by; take offense with, be bothered by mind v be concerned with or about something or somebody mind v be in charge of or deal with mind v pay close attention to; give heed to heed,listen minded adj (used in combination) mentally oriented toward something specified minded adj (usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward apt,disposed,given,tending minder n someone (usually in totalitarian countries) who is assigned to watch over foreign visitors minder n a person who looks after babies (usually in the person's own home) while the babys' parents are working mindful adj bearing in mind; attentive to aware mindfully adv in a careful deliberate manner mindfulness n the trait of staying aware of (paying close attention to) your responsibilities mindless adj lacking the thinking capacity characteristic of a conscious being mindless adj requiring little mental effort mindless adj not mindful or attentive forgetful mindless adj devoid of intelligence or thought vacuous mindlessly adv without intellectual involvement mindlessly adv in an unreasonably senseless manner mindset n a habitual or characteristic mental attitude that determines how you will interpret and respond to situations mentality,outlook mine n excavation in the earth from which ores and minerals are extracted mine n explosive device that explodes on contact; designed to destroy vehicles or ships or to kill or maim personnel mine v get from the earth by excavation mine v lay mines mined adj extracted from a source of supply as of minerals from the earth minefield n a region in which explosives mines have been placed minelayer n ship equipped for laying marine mines miner n laborer who works in a mine mineworker mineral n solid homogeneous inorganic substances occurring in nature having a definite chemical composition mineral adj relating to minerals mineral adj composed of matter other than plant or animal mineralize v convert into a mineral substance mineralize v transform (a metal) into an ore mineralogist n a scientist trained in mineralogy mineralogy n the branch of geology that studies minerals: their structure and properties and the ways of distinguishing them minerva n (Roman mythology) goddess of wisdom; counterpart of Greek Athena mineshaft n excavation consisting of a vertical or sloping passageway for finding or mining ore or for ventilating a mine mineworker n laborer who works in a mine miner ming n the imperial dynasty of China from 1368 to 1644 mingle v to bring or combine together or with something else mix,unify,amalgamate mingle v get involved or mixed-up with mingle v be all mixed up or jumbled together jumble mingling n the action of people mingling and coming into contact mini n a very short skirt miniskirt mini adj used of women's clothing; very short with hemline above the knee maxi miniature n painting or drawing included in a book (especially in illuminated medieval manuscripts) illumination miniature n a copy that reproduces a person or thing in greatly reduced size toy miniature adj being on a very small scale minibus n a light bus (4 to 10 passengers) minimal adj the least possible minimum maximal minimalism n an art movement in sculpture and painting that began in the 1950s and emphasized extreme simplification of form and color minimalist n a conservative who advocates only minor reforms in government or politics minimalist n a practitioner or advocate of artistic minimalism minimalist adj of or relating to artistic minimalism minimalist adj advocating minimal reforms (as in government or politics) minimally adv to a minimal degree minimize v make small or insignificant maximize minimize v represent as less significant or important understate minimize v cause to seem less serious; play down belittle,denigrate minimized adj reduced to the smallest possible size or amount or degree minimum n the smallest possible quantity maximum minimum n the point on a curve where the tangent changes from negative on the left to positive on the right maximum minimum adj the least possible minimal maximum mining n the act of extracting ores or coal etc from the earth excavation mining n laying explosive mines in concealed places to destroy enemy personnel and equipment minion n a servile or fawning dependant miniscule adj extremely small minuscule miniskirt n a very short skirt mini minister n a person authorized to conduct religious worship curate,parson,pastor,rector minister n a person appointed to a high office in the government minister n a diplomat representing one government to another; ranks below ambassador minister n the job of a head of a government department minister v attend to the wants and needs of others minister v work as a minister ministerial adj of or relating to a minister of religion or the minister's office ministerial adj of or relating to a government minister or ministry ministration n assistance in time of difficulty relief,succor,succour ministry n religious ministers collectively (especially Presbyterian) ministry n building where the business of a government ministry is transacted ministry n a government department under the direction of a minister of state ministry n the work of a minister of religion minium n a reddish oxide of lead (Pb3O4) used as a pigment in paints and in glass and ceramics minivan n a small box-shaped passenger van; usually has removable seats; used as a family car miniver n trimming on ceremonial robes consisting of white or light grey fur mink n the expensive fur of a mink mink n fur coat made from the soft lustrous fur of minks mink n slender-bodied semiaquatic mammal having partially webbed feet; valued for its fur minneapolis n largest city in Minnesota; located in southeastern Minnesota on the Mississippi river; noted for flour mills; one of the Twin Cities minnesota n a midwestern state minnesotan n a native or resident of Minnesota gopher minnow n very small European freshwater fish common in gravelly streams minoan n a Cretan who lived in the bronze-age culture of Crete about 3000-1100 BC minoan adj of or relating to or characteristic of the Bronze Age culture of Crete minor n a young person of either sex child,kid,youngster,shaver,nipper,tyke,fry,nestling minor v have as one's secondary field of study minor adj of lesser importance or stature or rank major minor adj lesser in scope or effect major minor adj inferior in number or size or amount major minor adj (of a scale or mode) having half steps between the second and third degrees, and (usually) the fifth and sixth degrees, and the seventh and major minority n a group of people who differ racially or politically from a larger group of which it is a part minority n being or relating to the smaller in number of two parts majority minority n any age prior to the legal age nonage majority minors n a league of teams that do not belong to a major league (especially baseball) minos n son of Zeus and Europa; king of ancient Crete; ordered Daedalus to build the labyrinth; after death Minos became a judge in the underworld minotaur n (Greek mythology) a mythical monster with the head of a bull and the body of a man; slain by Theseus minsk n the capital of Belarus and of the Commonwealth of Independent States minster n any of certain cathedrals and large churches; originally connected to a monastery minstrel n a singer of folk songs jongleur,troubadour minstrel n a performer in a minstrel show minstrel v celebrate by singing, in the style of minstrels mint n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,deal,flock,heap,lot,mass,mess,mickle mint n any north temperate plant of the genus Mentha with aromatic leaves and small mauve flowers mint n any member of the mint family of plants mint n the leaves of a mint plant used fresh or candied mint v form by stamping, punching, or printing coin,strike mint adj as if new mintage n coins collectively coinage mintage n fee paid to a mint by the government for minting a coin mintage n act or process of minting coins minter n a skilled worker who coins or stamps money coiner minty adj relating to or suggestive of mint minty adj of the flavor of mint, particularly peppermint minuet n a stately court dance in the 17th century minuet n a stately piece of music composed for dancing the minuet; often incorporated into a sonata or suite minus n an arithmetic operation in which the difference between two numbers is calculated subtraction minus adj on the negative side or lower end of a scale plus minus adj involving disadvantage or harm negative minuscule n the characters that were once kept in bottom half of a compositor's type case lowercase minuscule n a small cursive script developed from uncial between the 7th and 9th centuries and used in medieval manuscripts minuscule adj of or relating to a small cursive script developed from uncial; 7th to 9th centuries minuscule adj lowercase little,small minuscule adj extremely small miniscule minute n a unit of time equal to 60 seconds or 1/60th of an hour min minute n an indefinitely short time moment,mo,second,bit minute n a particular point in time moment,second,instant minute n a unit of angular distance equal to a 60th of a degree minute adj infinitely or immeasurably small infinitesimal minute adj characterized by painstaking care and detailed examination narrow minutely adv in minute detail circumstantially minuteman n an American militiaman prior to and during the American Revolution minuteman n a strategic weapon system using a guided missile of intercontinental range; missiles are equipped with nuclear warheads and dispersed in har minuteness n the property of being very small in size minuteness n great precision; painstaking attention to details minutes n a written account of what transpired at a meeting proceedings,transactions minutia n a small or minor detail minx n a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men flirt,vamp,vamper,tease minyan n the quorum required by Jewish law to be present for public worship (at least ten males over thirteen years of age) miocene n from 25 million to 13 million years ago; appearance of grazing mammals miracle n any amazing or wonderful occurrence miracle n a marvellous event manifesting a supernatural act of a divine agent miraculous adj being or having the character of a miracle marvelous,marvellous miraculous adj peculiarly fortunate or appropriate; as if by divine intervention providential miraculously adv in a miraculous manner mirage n an optical illusion in which atmospheric refraction by a layer of hot air distorts or inverts reflections of distant objects mirage n something illusory and unattainable mirasol n annual sunflower grown for silage and for its seeds which are a source of oil; common throughout United States and much of North America mire n a soft wet area of low-lying land that sinks underfoot quagmire,quag,morass,slack mire n deep soft mud in water or slush slop mire n a difficulty or embarrassment that is hard to extricate yourself from mire v entrap entangle mire v cause to get stuck as if in a mire mire v be unable to move further mire v soil with mud, muck, or mire muck,mud mired adj entangled or hindered as if e.g. in mire involved miro n New Zealand conifer used for lumber; the dark wood is used for interior carpentry miro n Spanish surrealist painter (1893-1983) mirror n polished surface that forms images by reflecting light mirror n a faithful depiction or reflection mirror v reflect as if in a mirror mirror v reflect or resemble mirrored adj like or characteristic of a mirror image mirth n great merriment hilarity,glee mirthless adj lacking mirth misadventure n an instance of misfortune mishap misanthrope n someone who dislikes people in general misapplication n wrong use or application misapplication n the fraudulent appropriation of funds or property entrusted to your care but actually owned by someone else embezzlement,misappropriation misapply v apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly misuse misapprehension n an understanding of something that is not correct mistake,misunderstanding misappropriate v appropriate (as property entrusted to one's care) fraudulently to one's own use embezzle misappropriated adj taken for your own use in violation of a trust embezzled misappropriation n the fraudulent appropriation of funds or property entrusted to your care but actually owned by someone else embezzlement,misapplication misappropriation n wrongful borrowing misbegotten adj born out of wedlock spurious misbehave v behave badly misconduct behave misbehavior n improper or wicked or immoral behavior misbehaviour,misdeed misbehaviour n improper or wicked or immoral behavior misbehavior,misdeed misbeliever n a person who holds religious beliefs in conflict with the dogma of the Roman Catholic Church heretic miscalculate v judge incorrectly miscalculate v calculate incorrectly miscalculation n a mistake in calculating miscarriage n failure of a plan abortion miscarriage n a natural loss of the products of conception miscarry v be unsuccessful fail miscarry v suffer a miscarriage miscast v cast an actor, singer, or dancer in an unsuitable role miscellaneous adj consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds assorted,mixed,motley,sundry miscellaneous adj having many aspects or qualities multifaceted miscellany n a collection containing a variety of sorts of things assortment,mixture,variety,smorgasbord,potpourri,motley miscellany n an anthology of short literary pieces and poems and ballads etc. garland mischief n reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others mischievousness,devilment,shenanigan mischief n the quality or nature of being harmful or evil mischievous adj naughtily or annoyingly playful arch,impish,implike,puckish,wicked mischievous adj deliberately causing harm or damage mischievousness n an attribute of mischievous children badness mischievousness n the trait of behaving like an imp mischievousness n reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others mischief,devilment,shenanigan miscible adj (chemistry, physics) capable of being mixed immiscible misconceive v interpret in the wrong way misconstrue,misinterpret,misunderstand misconception n an incorrect conception conception misconduct n bad or dishonest management by persons supposed to act on another's behalf misconduct n activity that transgresses moral or civil law wrongdoing misconduct v behave badly misbehave misconduct v manage badly or incompetently mismanage,mishandle misconstrue v interpret in the wrong way misinterpret,misconceive,misunderstand miscount n an inaccurate count miscount v count wrongly miscreant n a person without moral scruples reprobate miscreate v shape or form or make badly miscreation n something abnormal or anomalous malformation miscue n a faulty shot in billiards; the cue tip slips off the cue ball miscue n a minor inadvertent mistake usually observed in speech or writing or in small accidents or memory lapses etc. slip misdate v assign the wrong date to misdeal n an incorrect deal misdeal v deal cards wrongly misdeed n improper or wicked or immoral behavior misbehavior,misbehaviour misdemeanor n a crime less serious than a felony infraction,violation,infringement misdirect v corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality corrupt,pervert,subvert,demoralize,debase,profane,vitiate,deprave misdirect v lead someone in the wrong direction or give someone wrong directions mislead,misguide misdirect v put a wrong address on miser n a stingy hoarder of money and possessions (often living miserably) miserable adj very unhappy; full of misery suffering,wretched miserable adj deserving or inciting pity hapless,pathetic,pitiable,pitiful,poor,wretched miserable adj of the most contemptible kind abject,low,scurvy miserable adj of very poor quality or condition deplorable,execrable,woeful,wretched miserably adv in a miserable manner miserly adj (used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity mean,tight misery n a state of ill-being due to affliction or misfortune wretchedness misery n a feeling of intense unhappiness misfire n an explosion that fails to occur dud misfire n a failure to hit (or meet or find etc) miss misfire v fail to fire or detonate misfit n someone unable to adapt to their circumstances misfortune n unnecessary and unforeseen trouble resulting from an unfortunate event misfortune n an unfortunate state resulting from unfavorable outcomes misgive v suggest fear or doubt misgiving n uneasiness about the fitness of an action scruple,qualm misgiving n painful expectation apprehension misgiving n doubt about someone's honesty mistrust,distrust,suspicion misgovern v govern badly misgovernment n government that is inefficient or dishonest misrule misguide v lead someone in the wrong direction or give someone wrong directions mislead,misdirect misguide v give bad advice to misguided adj poorly conceived or thought out misguided adj wrong in e.g. opinion or judgment mistaken mishandle v make a mess of, destroy or ruin botch,bodge,bumble,fumble,muff,blow,flub,spoil mishandle v manage badly or incompetently mismanage,misconduct mishap n an unpredictable outcome that is unfortunate mishap n an instance of misfortune misadventure mishmash n a motley assortment of things melange,farrago,hodgepodge misidentify v identify incorrectly mistake misinform v give false or misleading information to mislead misinformation n information that is incorrect misinterpret v interpret falsely misinterpret v interpret wrongly misread misinterpret v interpret in the wrong way misconstrue,misconceive,misunderstand misinterpretation n putting the wrong interpretation on misunderstanding,mistaking misjudge v judge incorrectly mislabeled adj branded or labeled falsely and in violation of statutory requirements mislaid adj lost temporarily; as especially put in an unaccustomed or forgotten place misplaced mislay v place (something) where one cannot find it again misplace mislead v lead someone in the wrong direction or give someone wrong directions misdirect,misguide mislead v give false or misleading information to misinform misleading adj designed to deceive or mislead either deliberately or inadvertently deceptive misleadingly adv in a misleading way deceptively mismanage v manage badly or incompetently mishandle,misconduct mismanagement n management that is careless or inefficient mismatch n a bad or unsuitable match mismatch v match badly; match two objects or people that do not go together mismatched adj either not matched or unsuitably matched matched mismatched adj (of a contest or contestants) not fairly matched as opponents uneven misname v assign in incorrect name to misnomer n an incorrect or unsuitable name miso n a thick paste made from fermented soybeans and barley or rice malt; used in Japanese cooking to make soups or sauces misogynist n a misanthrope who dislikes women in particular misogyny n hatred of women misperceive v perceive incorrectly misplace v place (something) where one cannot find it again mislay misplace v place or position wrongly; put in the wrong position misplaced adj put in the wrong place or position misplaced adj lost temporarily; as especially put in an unaccustomed or forgotten place mislaid misplay n (baseball) a failure of a defensive player to make an out when normal play would have sufficed error misplay v play incorrectly, e.g., play a wrong note misplay v play wrong or in an unskillful manner misprint n a mistake in printed matter resulting from mechanical failures of some kind typo,literal misprint v print incorrectly mispronounce v pronounce a word incorrectly misspeak mispronunciation n incorrect pronunciation misquote n an incorrect quotation misquote v quote incorrectly misread v read or interpret wrongly misread v interpret wrongly misinterpret misreading n misinterpretation caused by inaccurate reading misremember v remember incorrectly misrepresent v represent falsely belie misrepresent v tamper, with the purpose of deception fudge,manipulate,fake,falsify,cook,wangle misrepresentation n a misleading falsehood deceit,deception misrepresentation n a willful perversion of facts falsification misrepresented adj having an intended meaning altered or misrepresented distorted,perverted,twisted misrule n government that is inefficient or dishonest misgovernment miss n a young female girl,missy miss n a failure to hit (or meet or find etc) misfire miss n a form of address for an unmarried woman miss v fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind lose miss v feel or suffer from the lack of miss v fail to attend an event or activity attend miss v leave undone or leave out neglect,omit,drop,overlook,overleap missal n (Roman Catholic Church) a book containing all the prayers and responses needed to celebrate Mass throughout the year missed adj not caught with the senses or the mind lost misshapen adj so badly formed or out of shape as to be ugly deformed,distorted,malformed missile n a rocket carrying a warhead of conventional or nuclear explosives; may be ballistic or directed by remote control missile n a weapon that is forcibly thrown or projected at a targets but is not self-propelled projectile missing adj not able to be found missing adj nonexistent lacking,absent,wanting mission n an organization of missionaries in a foreign land sent to carry on religious work mission n an operation that is assigned by a higher headquarters mission n a special assignment that is given to a person or group charge,commission mission n the organized work of a religious missionary missionary n someone who attempts to convert others to a particular doctrine or program missionary n someone sent on a mission--especially a religious or charitable mission to a foreign country missionary adj relating to or connected to a religious mission missis n informal term of address for someone's wife missus mississippi n a major North American river and the chief river of the United States; rises in northern Minnesota and flows southward into the Gulf of Mexi mississippi n a state in the Deep South on the gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate States during the American Civil War ms mississippian n from 345 million to 310 million years ago; increase of land areas; primitive ammonites; winged insects mississippian n a native or resident of Mississippi missive n a written message addressed to a person or organization letter missouri n a midwestern state in central United States; a border state during the American Civil War, Missouri was admitted to the Confederacy without mo missouri n the longest river in the United States; arises in Montana and flows southeastward to become a tributary of the Mississippi at Saint Louis missouri n a member of the Siouan people formerly inhabiting the valley of the Missouri river in Missouri missouri n a dialect of the Chiwere language spoken by the Missouri missourian n a native or resident of Missouri misspeak v pronounce a word incorrectly mispronounce misspell v spell incorrectly misspelling n a spelling that is incorrect misspend v spend time badly or unwisely misspend v spend (money or other resources) unwisely misstate v state something incorrectly misstatement n a statement that contains a mistake misstep n an unintentional but embarrassing blunder trip,stumble missus n informal term of address for someone's wife missis missy n a young female girl,miss mist n a thin fog with condensation near the ground mist v become covered with mist mist v make less visible or unclear obscure,becloud,fog,cloud mist v spray finely or cover with mist mistake n a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention error,fault mistake n an understanding of something that is not correct misunderstanding,misapprehension mistake n part of a statement that is not correct error mistake v identify incorrectly misidentify mistake v to make a mistake or be incorrect err,slip mistaken adj wrong in e.g. opinion or judgment misguided mistaken adj arising from error false mistakenly adv in a mistaken or erroneous manner erroneously mistaking n putting the wrong interpretation on misinterpretation,misunderstanding mister n a form of address for a man mr mistime v time incorrectly mistletoe n American plants closely resembling Old World mistletoe mistletoe n Old World parasitic shrub having branching greenish stems with leathery leaves and waxy white glutinous berries; the traditional mistletoe o mistletoe n shrub of central and southeastern Europe; partially parasitic on beeches, chestnuts and oaks mistral n a strong north wind that blows in France during the winter mistranslation n an incorrect translation mistreat v treat badly abuse,step mistreated adj subjected to cruel treatment abused,maltreated mistreatment n the practice of treating (someone or something) badly mistress n an adulterous woman; a woman who has an ongoing extramarital sexual relationship with a man mistress n a woman schoolteacher (especially one regarded as strict) mistress n a woman master who directs the work of others mistrial n a trial that is invalid or inconclusive mistrust n doubt about someone's honesty misgiving,distrust,suspicion mistrust n the trait of not trusting others distrust mistrust v regard as untrustworthy; regard with suspicion; have no faith or confidence in distrust,suspect trust mistrustful adj openly distrustful and unwilling to confide leery,suspicious,wary misty adj filled or abounding with fog or mist brumous,foggy,hazy misty adj wet with mist misunderstand v interpret in the wrong way misconstrue,misinterpret,misconceive misunderstanding n putting the wrong interpretation on misinterpretation,mistaking misunderstanding n an understanding of something that is not correct mistake,misapprehension misunderstood adj wrongly understood misuse n improper or excessive use abuse misuse v apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly misapply misuse v change the inherent purpose or function of something pervert,abuse misused adj used incorrectly or carelessly or for an improper purpose used mit n an engineering university in Cambridge mitchell n English aeronautical engineer (1895-1937) mitchell n United States aviator and general who was an early advocate of military air power (1879-1936) mitchell n United States astronomer who studied sunspots and nebulae (1818-1889) mitchell n United States writer noted for her novel about the South during the American Civil War (1900-1949) mitchum n United States film actor (1917-1997) mite n a slight but appreciable amount touch,hint,tinge,pinch,jot,speck mite n any of numerous very small to minute arachnids often infesting animals or plants or stored foods miter n joint that forms a corner; usually both sides are bevelled at a 45-degree angle to form a 90-degree corner mitre miter n the surface of a beveled end of a piece where a miter joint is made mitre miter n a liturgical headdress worn by bishops on formal occasions mitre miter v bevel the edges of, to make a miter joint miter v confer a miter on (a bishop) miter v fit together in a miter joint mitford n United States writer (born in England) who wrote on American culture (1917-1996) mitford n English writer of comic novels (1904-1973) mithridates n ancient king of Pontus who expanded his kingdom by defeating the Romans but was later driven out by Pompey (132-63 BC) mitigate v lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of extenuate mitigate v make less severe or harsh mitigated adj made less severe or intense unmitigated mitigation n to act in such a way as to cause an offense to seem less serious mitigation n a partial excuse to mitigate censure; an attempt to represent an offense as less serious than it appears by showing mitigating circumstances mitigation n the action of lessening in severity or intensity moderation mitotic adj of or relating to or undergoing mitosis mitra n Hindu god of friendship and alliances; usually invoked together with Varuna as a supporter of heaven and earth mitral adj of or relating to or located in or near the mitral valve mitral adj relating to or resembling the miter worn by some clerics mitre n joint that forms a corner; usually both sides are bevelled at a 45-degree angle to form a 90-degree corner miter mitre n the surface of a beveled end of a piece where a miter joint is made miter mitre n a liturgical headdress worn by bishops on formal occasions miter mitt n the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb hand,manus,paw mitt n the handwear used by fielders in playing baseball glove mitten n glove that encases the thumb separately and the other four fingers together mitzvah n (Judaism) a precept or commandment of the Jewish law mitzvah n (Judaism) a good deed performed out of religious duty mix n a commercially prepared mixture of dry ingredients mix n an event that combines things in a mixture mixture mix n the act of mixing together admixture,mixture,mixing mix v mix together different elements blend,flux,conflate,commingle,fuse,coalesce,meld,combine mix v open (a place) to members of all races and ethnic groups integrate mix v combine (electronic signals) mix v add as an additional element or part mixed adj consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds assorted,miscellaneous,motley,sundry mixed adj involving or composed of different races interracial mixer n a party of people assembled to promote sociability and communal activity sociable,social mixer n club soda or fruit juice used to mix with alcohol mixer n electronic equipment that mixes two or more input signals to give a single output signal mixer n a kitchen utensil that is used for mixing foods mixing n the act of mixing together mix,admixture,mixture mixture n (chemistry) a substance consisting of two or more substances mixed together (not in fixed proportions and not with chemical bonding) mixture n any foodstuff made by combining different ingredients concoction mixture n a collection containing a variety of sorts of things assortment,miscellany,variety,smorgasbord,potpourri,motley mixture n an event that combines things in a mixture mix mizzen n third mast from the bow in a vessel having three or more masts; the after and shorter mast of a yawl, ketch, or dandy mizzen n fore-and-aft sail set on the mizzenmast mizzle n very light rain; stronger than mist but less than a shower drizzle mizzle v rain lightly drizzle mm n a metric unit of length equal to one thousandth of a meter millimeter,millimetre mnemonic n a device (such as a rhyme or acronym) used to aid recall mnemonic adj of or relating to or involved the practice of aiding the memory mnemonics n a method or system for improving the memory mo n an indefinitely short time moment,minute,second,bit mo n a polyvalent metallic element that resembles chromium and tungsten in its properties; used to strengthen and harden steel molybdenum mo n a midwestern state in central United States; a border state during the American Civil War, Missouri was admitted to the Confederacy without missouri moan n an utterance expressing pain or disapproval groan moan v indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure groan moaner n a person given to excessive complaints and crying and whining whiner,complainer,crybaby moat n ditch dug as a fortification and usually filled with water fosse mob n a disorderly crowd of people rabble,rout mob n a loose affiliation of gangsters in charge of organized criminal activities syndicate,family mob n an association of criminals gang,pack,ring mob v press tightly together or cram throng,pack,pile,jam mobile n a river in southwestern Alabama; flows into Mobile Bay mobile n a port in southwestern Alabama on Mobile Bay mobile n sculpture suspended in midair whose delicately balanced parts can be set in motion by air currents stabile mobile adj migratory nomadic,peregrine,roving,wandering mobile adj moving or capable of moving readily (especially from place to place) immobile mobile adj having transportation available mobile adj capable of changing quickly from one state or condition to another mobilise v call to arms; of military personnel mobilize,rally mobilise v get ready for war mobilize mobilise v make ready for action or use mobilize,marshal,summon mobilise v cause to move around mobilize mobility n the quality of moving freely immobility mobilization n act of assembling and putting into readiness for war or other emergency: "mobilization of the troops" demobilization mobilization n act of marshaling and organizing and making ready for use or action mobilize v make ready for action or use mobilise,marshal,summon mobilize v call to arms; of military personnel mobilise,rally demobilize mobilize v get ready for war mobilise demobilize mobilize v cause to move around mobilise mobius n German mathematician responsible for the Mobius strip (1790-1868) mobster n a criminal who is a member of gang gangster moccasin n soft leather shoe; originally worn by Native Americans mocha n soft suede glove leather from goatskin mocha n a flavoring made from coffee mixed with chocolate mocha n a superior dark coffee made from beans from Arabia mocha n a dark brown color mock n the act of mocking or ridiculing mock v treat with contempt mock v imitate with mockery and derision mock adj constituting a copy or imitation of something mocker n someone who jeers or mocks or treats something with contempt or calls out in derision jeerer mocker n long-tailed grey-and-white songbird of the southern United States able to mimic songs of other birds mockingbird mockery n showing your contempt by derision jeer,jeering,scoff mockery n a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way parody,lampoon,spoof,takeoff,burlesque,travesty mockery n humorous or satirical mimicry parody,takeoff mocking adj abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule derisive,jeering,taunting mocking adj playfully vexing (especially by ridicule) teasing,quizzical mockingbird n long-tailed grey-and-white songbird of the southern United States able to mimic songs of other birds mocker mod n a British teenager or young adult in the 1960s; noted for their clothes consciousness and opposition to the rockers mod adj relating to a recently developed fashion or style modern modal n an auxiliary verb (such as `can' or `will') that is used to express modality modal adj relating to or constituting the most frequent value in a distribution average modal adj of or relating to a musical mode; especially written in an ecclesiastical mode modal adj relating to or expressing the mood of a verb modality n a classification of propositions on the basis of whether they claim necessity or possibility or impossibility mode modality n verb inflections that express how the action or state is conceived by the speaker mood,mode modality n a particular sense modality n a method of therapy that involves physical or electrical therapeutic treatment mode n how something is done or how it happens manner,style,way,fashion mode n a particular functioning condition or arrangement mode n a classification of propositions on the basis of whether they claim necessity or possibility or impossibility modality mode n verb inflections that express how the action or state is conceived by the speaker mood,modality model n a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process framework model n a type of product model n a person who poses for a photographer or painter or sculptor poser model n representation of something (sometimes on a smaller scale) simulation model v plan or create according to a model or models pattern model v form in clay, wax, etc mold,mould model v assume a posture as for artistic purposes pose,sit,posture model v display (clothes) as a mannequin model adj worthy of imitation exemplary modeled adj resembling sculpture sculptural,sculptured modeling n sculpture produced by molding mold,mould,molding,moulding modeling n a preliminary sculpture in wax or clay from which a finished work can be copied modelling,molding,moulding modeling n the act of representing something (usually on a smaller scale) model,modelling modelling n a preliminary sculpture in wax or clay from which a finished work can be copied modeling,molding,moulding modelling n the act of representing something (usually on a smaller scale) model,modeling modem n (from a combination of MOdulate and DEModulate) electronic equipment consisting of a device used to connect computers by a telephone line moderate n a person who takes a position in the political center centrist moderate v preside over chair,lead moderate v make less fast or intense moderate v lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits control,hold,contain,check,curb moderate v make less severe or harsh mince,soften moderate adj being within reasonable or average limits; not excessive or extreme moderate adj not extreme temperate moderate adj marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes restrained moderately adv to certain extent or degree reasonably,pretty,jolly,somewhat,fairly,middling,passably moderately adv with moderation; in a moderate manner moderating adj lessening in intensity or strength intensifying moderation n quality of being moderate and avoiding extremes moderation n a change for the better easing,relief moderation n the trait of avoiding excesses temperance moderation n the action of lessening in severity or intensity mitigation moderator n any substance used to slow down neutrons in nuclear reactors moderator n in the Presbyterian church, the officer who presides over a synod or general assembly moderator n someone who presides over a forum or debate moderator n someone who mediates disputes and attempts to avoid violence modern n a contemporary person modern n a typeface (based on an 18th century design by Gianbattista Bodoni) distinguished by regular shape and hairline serifs and heavy downstrokes modern adj belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages modern adj relating to a recently developed fashion or style mod modern adj characteristic of present-day art and music and literature and architecture modern adj ahead of the times advanced,innovative modernism n genre of art and literature that makes a self-conscious break with previous genres modernism n the quality of being current or of the present modernity modernism n practices typical of contemporary life or thought modernist n an artist who makes a deliberate break with previous styles modernity n the quality of being current or of the present modernism modernization n making modern in appearance or behavior modernization n a modernized version (as of a play) modernize v make repairs, renovations, revisions or adjustments to overhaul modernize v become technologically advanced develop modernized adj brought up to date modest adj marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself modest adj not large but sufficient in size or amount small modest adj free from pomp or affectation modest adj not offensive to sexual mores in conduct or appearance modestly adv with modesty; in a modest manner modesty n freedom from vanity or conceit modesty n formality and propriety of manner reserve modicum n a small or moderate or token amount modification n the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment) alteration,adjustment modification n slightly modified copy; not an exact copy modification n the grammatical relation that exists when a word qualifies the meaning of the phrase qualifying,limiting modification n an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another change,alteration modified adj changed in form or character modified adj mediocre limited modifier n a content word that qualifies the meaning of a noun or verb qualifier modifier n a moderator who makes less extreme or uncompromising modifier n a person who changes something changer modifier n a gene that modifies the effect produced by another gene modify v make less severe or harsh or extreme modify v add a modifier to a constituent qualify modify v cause to change; make different; cause a transformation change,alter modigliani n Italian painter and sculptor (1884-1920) modish adj in the current fashion or style latest mods n a youth subculture that began in London in the early 1960s; a working-class movement with highly stylized dress and short hair; listened to modular adj constructed with standardized units or dimensions allowing flexibility and variety in use modulate v change the key of, in music modulate v vary the pitch of one's speech tone modulate v fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of regulate modulate v adjust the pitch, tone, or volume of modulated adj changed or adjusted in pitch, tone, or volume modulated adj altered in volume as well as tone or pitch modulation n a musical passage moving from one key to another transition modulation n (electronics) the transmission of a signal by using it to vary a carrier wave; changing the carrier's amplitude or frequency or phase modulation n rise and fall of the voice pitch intonation modulation n a manner of speaking in which the loudness or pitch or tone of the voice is modified inflection module n one of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind faculty module n detachable compartment of a spacecraft module n computer circuit consisting of an assembly of electronic components (as of computer hardware) module n a self-contained component (unit or item) that is used in combination with other components modulus n an integer that can be divided without remainder into the difference between two other integers modulus n the absolute value of a complex number modulus n (physics) a coefficient that expresses how much of a specified property is possessed by a specified substance mogadishu n the capital and largest city of Somalia; a port on the Indian Ocean mogul n a bump on a ski slope mogul n a member of the Muslim dynasty that ruled India until 1857 mogul n a very wealthy or powerful businessman baron,king,magnate,power,tycoon mohair n fabric made with yarn made from the silky hair of the Angora goat mohammad n the Arab prophet who, according to Islam, was the last messenger of Allah (570-632) mohammed,muhammad mohammed n the Arab prophet who, according to Islam, was the last messenger of Allah (570-632) mohammad,muhammad mohawk n a member of the Iroquoian people formerly living along the Mohawk River in New York State mohawk n the Iroquoian language spoken by the Mohawk mohawk n haircut in which the head is shaved except for a band of hair down the middle of the scalp mohican n a member of the Algonquian people formerly living in the Hudson valley and eastward to the Housatonic mohican n the Algonquian language spoken by the Mohican moiety n one of two (approximately) equal parts moiety n one of two basic subdivisions of a tribe moil v work hard labor,labour,toil,travail,grind,drudge,dig moil v be agitated churn,boil,roil moil v moisten or soil moist adj slightly wet damp,dampish moisten v make moist wash,dampen moisten v moisten with fine drops drizzle moisture n wetness caused by water wet mojave n a member of the North American Indian people formerly living in the Colorado river valley in Arizona and Nevada and California mojave n a desert area in southern California and western Arizona mojave n the Yuman language spoken by the Mohave mojo n a magic power or magic spell moke n British informal for donkey mol n the molecular weight of a substance expressed in grams; the basic unit of amount of substance adopted under the Systeme International d'Unit mole mola n among the largest bony fish; pelagic fish having an oval compressed body with high dorsal and anal fins and caudal fin reduced to a rudder-l sunfish molal adj designating a solution containing one mole of solute per kilogram of solvent molar n grinding tooth with a broad crown; located behind the premolars grinder molar adj of or pertaining to the grinding teeth in the back of a mammal's mouth molar adj designating a solution containing one mole of solute per liter of solution molar adj containing one mole of a substance molar adj pertaining to large units of behavior molecular molasses n thick dark syrup produced by boiling down juice from sugar cane; especially during sugar refining mold n the distinctive form in which a thing is made cast,mould,stamp mold n container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens mould,cast mold n loose soil rich in organic matter mould mold n the process of becoming mildewed mildew,mould mold v form in clay, wax, etc model,mould mold v become moldy; spoil due to humidity mildew mold v form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold cast,mould mold v make something, usually for a specific function shape,form,work,mould,forge moldable adj capable of being molded or modeled (especially of earth or clay or other soft material) fictile,plastic moldavia n a landlocked republic in eastern Europe; formerly a European soviet but achieved independence in 1991 moldova molded adj shaped to fit by or as if by altering the contours of a pliable mass (as by work or effort) shaped,wrought molder v break down decompose,rot,moulder molding n the act of creating something by casting it in a mold casting molding n a decorative strip used for ornamentation or finishing moulding molding n a decorative recessed or relieved surface on an edge moulding,border molding n sculpture produced by molding mold,mould,moulding,modeling moldova n a landlocked republic in eastern Europe; formerly a European soviet but achieved independence in 1991 moldavia moldy adj covered with or smelling of mold mouldy,musty mole n the molecular weight of a substance expressed in grams; the basic unit of amount of substance adopted under the Systeme International d'Unit mol mole n a spy who works against enemy espionage mole n spicy sauce often containing chocolate mole n a small congenital pigmented spot on the skin molecular adj relating to or produced by or consisting of molecules molecular adj relating to simple or elementary organization molar molecule n (physics and chemistry) the simplest structural unit of an element or compound molecule n (nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything atom,particle,mote,speck molehill n a mound of earth made by moles while burrowing moleskin n a durable cotton fabric with a velvety nap molest v harass or assault sexually; make indecent advances to molest v annoy continually or chronically harass,hassle,harry,chevy,beset,plague,provoke molestation n the act of subjecting someone to unwanted or improper sexual advances or activity (especially women or children) molestation n the act of tormenting by continued persistent attacks and criticism harassment molester n someone who subjects others to unwanted or improper sexual activities moline n a town in northwest Illinois on the Mississippi River molise n a region of south central Italy moll n the girlfriend of a gangster molle n small Peruvian evergreen with broad rounded head and slender pendant branches with attractive clusters of greenish flowers followed by clust mollie n popular aquarium fish molly mollify v cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of pacify,assuage,appease,placate,gentle mollify v make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else temper,season,moderate mollify v make less rigid or softer mollusc n invertebrate having a soft unsegmented body usually enclosed in a shell mollusk,shellfish mollusca n gastropods; bivalves; cephalopods; chitons mollusk n invertebrate having a soft unsegmented body usually enclosed in a shell mollusc,shellfish molly n popular aquarium fish mollie mollycoddle n a pampered darling; an effeminate man mollycoddle v treat with excessive indulgence pamper,featherbed,cosset,cocker,baby,coddle,spoil,indulge moloch n a tyrannical power to be propitiated by human subservience or sacrifice moloch n god of the Canaanites and Phoenicians to whom parents sacrificed their children moloch n any lizard of the genus Moloch molotov n Soviet statesman (1890-1986) molotov n a city in the European part of Russia perm molt n periodic shedding of the cuticle in arthropods or the outer skin in reptiles molting,moult molt v cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers shed,moult,slough molten adj reduced to liquid form by heating liquefied molter n an animal (especially birds and arthropods and reptiles) that periodically shed their outer layer (feathers or cuticle or skin or hair) molting n periodic shedding of the cuticle in arthropods or the outer skin in reptiles molt,moult moluccas n a group of island in eastern Indonesia between Celebes and New Guinea; settled by the Portuguese but taken by the Dutch who made them the ce molybdenum n a polyvalent metallic element that resembles chromium and tungsten in its properties; used to strengthen and harden steel mo mom n informal terms for a mother ma,mama,mamma,momma,mommy,mum,mummy mombasa n a port city in southern Kenya on a coral island in a bay of the Indian Ocean moment n a particular point in time minute,second,instant moment n an indefinitely short time mo,minute,second,bit moment n at this time moment n having important effects or influence consequence,import momentarily adv for an instant or moment momentarily adv at any moment momentary adj lasting for a markedly brief time fleeting,fugitive momentous adj of very great significance momentousness n utmost importance momentum n an impelling force or strength impulse momentum n the product of a body's mass and its velocity momma n informal terms for a mother ma,mama,mamma,mom,mommy,mum,mummy mommy n informal terms for a mother ma,mama,mamma,mom,momma,mum,mummy mon n the second day of the week; the first working day monday mon n a member of a Buddhist people living in Myanmar and adjacent parts of Thailand mon n the Mon-Khmer language spoken by the Mon mona n an island to the northwest of Wales monaco n a constitutional monarchy in a tiny enclave on the French Riviera monad n (chemistry) an atom having a valence of one monad n a singular metaphysical entity from which material properties are said to derive monad n (biology) a single-celled microorganism (especially a flagellate protozoan) monal n brilliantly colored pheasant of southern Asia monarch n a nation's ruler or head of state usually by hereditary right sovereign monarch n large migratory American butterfly having deep orange wings with black and white markings; the larvae feed on milkweed monarchist n an advocate of the principles of monarchy royalist monarchy n an autocracy governed by a monarch who usually inherits the authority monastery n the residence of a religious community monastic n a male religious living in a cloister and devoting himself to contemplation and prayer and work monk monastic adj of communal life sequestered from the world under religious vows cloistered monasticism n asceticism as a form of religious life; usually conducted in a community under a common rule and characterized by celibacy and poverty and o monatomic adj of or relating to an element consisting of a single atom monday n the second day of the week; the first working day mon monet n French impressionist painter (1840-1926) monetary adj relating to or involving money pecuniary monetize v give legal value to or establish as the legal tender of a country money n the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender money n wealth reckoned in terms of money money n the official currency issued by a government or national bank moneyed adj based on or arising from the possession of money or wealth moneyless moneyed adj having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value affluent,flush,loaded,wealthy,substantial moneyless adj not based on the possession of money moneyed moneyless adj having no money moneymaker n someone who is successful in accumulating wealth moneymaker n a project that generates a continuous flow of money monger n someone who purchases and maintains an inventory of goods to be sold trader,bargainer,dealer monger v sell or offer for sale from place to place peddle,huckster,hawk,vend,pitch mongol n a member of the nomadic peoples of Mongolia mongolian mongol adj of or relating to the region of Mongolia or its people or their languages or cultures mongolian mongolia n a landlocked socialist republic in central Asia mongolia n a vast region in Asia including the Mongolian People's Republic and China's Inner Mongolia mongolian n a member of the nomadic peoples of Mongolia mongol mongolian n a family of Altaic language spoken in Mongolia mongolian adj of or relating to the modern Mongolian People's Republic mongolian adj of or relating to the region of Mongolia or its people or their languages or cultures mongol mongoose n agile grizzled Old World viverrine; preys on snakes and rodents mongrel n derogatory term for a variation that is not genuine; something irregular or inferior or of dubious origin bastard mongrel n an inferior dog or one of mixed breed cur,mutt moniker n a familiar name for a person (often a shortened version of a person's given name) nickname,sobriquet monish v warn strongly; put on guard caution,admonish monish v advise or counsel in terms of someone's behavior warn,discourage,admonish monism n the doctrine that reality consists of a single basic substance or element pluralism monitor n someone who supervises (an examination) proctor monitor n someone who gives a warning so that a mistake can be avoided reminder monitor n an ironclad vessel built by Federal forces to do battle with the Merrimac monitor n display produced by a device that takes signals and displays them on a television screen or a computer monitor monitor v keep tabs on; keep an eye on; keep under surveillance supervise monitor v check, track, or observe by means of a receiver monitoring n the act of observing something (and sometimes keeping a record of it) monk n a male religious living in a cloister and devoting himself to contemplation and prayer and work monastic monk n United States jazz pianist who was one of the founders of the bebop style (1917-1982) monkey n any of various long-tailed primates (excluding the prosimians) monkey n one who is playfully mischievous imp,rascal monkey v play around with or alter or falsify, usually secretively or dishonestly tamper,fiddle monkey v do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly putter,potter,tinker monkfish n flesh of a large-headed anglerfish of the Atlantic waters of North America monkfish n fishes having large mouths with a wormlike filament attached for luring prey goosefish,angler,anglerfish,lotte monkfish n sharks with broad flat bodies and winglike pectoral fins but that swim the way sharks do angelfish mono n an acute disease characterized by fever and swollen lymph nodes and an abnormal increase of mononuclear leucocytes or monocytes in the blood mono adj designating sound transmission or recording or reproduction over a single channel monophonic monocarpic adj dying after bearing fruit only once monochromatic adj of or relating to monochromatism monochromatic adj (of light or other electromagnetic radiation) having only one wavelength monochromatic adj having or appearing to have only one color monochrome monochrome n painting done in a range of tones of a single color monochrome n a black-and-white photograph or slide monochrome adj having or appearing to have only one color monochromatic monocle n lens for correcting defective vision in one eye; held in place by facial muscles eyeglass monoclinic adj having three unequal crystal axes with one oblique intersection monoculture n the cultivation of a single crop (on a farm or area or country) monocycle n a vehicle with a single wheel that is driven by pedals unicycle monodic adj having a single vocal part monoecious adj having male and female reproductive organs in the same plant or animal monogamous adj (used of relationships and of individuals) having one mate polygamous monogamy n the practice or state of having only one spouse at a time monogenesis n asexual reproduction by the production and release of spores monogram n a graphic symbol consisting of 2 or more letters combined (usually your initials); printed on stationery or embroidered on clothing monograph n a detailed and documented treatise on a particular subject monolingual n a person who knows only one language monolingual adj using or knowing only one language multilingual monolith n a single great stone (often in the form of a column or obelisk) monolithic adj imposing in size or bulk or solidity massive,monumental monolithic adj characterized by massiveness and rigidity and total uniformity monologue n speech you make to yourself soliloquy monologue n a long utterance by one person (especially one that prevents others from participating in the conversation) monologue n a (usually long) dramatic speech by a single actor monomania n a mania restricted to one thing or idea possession monomaniac n a person suffering from monomania monomaniacal adj obsessed with a single subject or idea monomer n a simple compound whose molecules can join together to form polymers monongahela n a river that rises in northern West Virginia and flows north into Pennsylvania where it joins the Allegheny River at Pittsburgh to form the mononuclear adj having only one nucleus monophonic adj designating sound transmission or recording or reproduction over a single channel mono monophonic adj consisting of a single melodic line polyphonic monoplane n an airplane with a single wing monopolist n someone who monopolizes the means of producing or selling something monopolistic adj having exclusive control over a commercial activity by possession or legal grant monopolization n domination (of a market or commodity) to the exclusion of others monopolize v have and control fully and exclusively monopolize v have or exploit a monopoly of monopoly n (economics) a market in which there are many buyers but only one seller monopoly n exclusive control or possession of something monopoly n a board game in which players try to gain a monopoly on real estate as pieces advance around the board according to the throw of a die monorail n a railway having a single track monosaccharide n a sugar (like sucrose or fructose) that does not hydrolyse to give other sugars; the simplest group of carbohydrates monotheism n belief in a single God polytheism monotone n an unchanging intonation drone,droning monotone n a single tone repeated with different words or different rhythms (especially in rendering liturgical texts) monotone adj of a sequence or function; consistently increasing and never decreasing or consistently decreasing and never increasing in value monotonic monotone adj sounded or spoken in a tone unvarying in pitch flat,monotonic,monotonous monotonic adj of a sequence or function; consistently increasing and never decreasing or consistently decreasing and never increasing in value monotone monotonic adj sounded or spoken in a tone unvarying in pitch flat,monotone,monotonous monotonous adj tediously repetitious or lacking in variety humdrum monotonous adj sounded or spoken in a tone unvarying in pitch flat,monotone,monotonic monotony n the quality of wearisome constancy, routine, and lack of variety humdrum,sameness monotony n constancy of tone or pitch or inflection monotype n (biology) a taxonomic group with a single member (a single species or genus) monotype n the sole print made by pressing paper against a painted or inked glass or metal plate monotype n a typesetting machine operated from a keyboard that sets separate characters monovalent adj containing only one kind of antibody monovalent adj having a valence of 1 monoxide n an oxide containing just one atom of oxygen in the molecule monroe n United States film actress noted for sex appeal (1926-1962) monroe n 5th President of the United States; author of the Monroe Doctrine (1758-1831) monroe n a town of southeast Michigan on Lake Erie monroe n a town in north central Louisiana mons n a mound of fatty tissue covering the pubic area in women monsieur n used as a French courtesy title; equivalent to English `Mr' monsignor n (Roman Catholic Church) an ecclesiastical title of honor bestowed on some priests monsoon n a seasonal wind in southern Asia; blows from the southwest (bringing rain) in summer and from the northeast in winter monsoon n rainy season in southern Asia when the southwestern monsoon blows, bringing heavy rains monsoon n any wind that changes direction with the seasons monster n an imaginary creature usually having various human and animal parts monster n someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful giant,goliath,behemoth,colossus monster n a person or animal that is markedly unusual or deformed freak,monstrosity monster n a cruel wicked and inhuman person fiend,devil,demon,ogre monstrance n proof by a process of argument or a series of proposition proving an asserted conclusion demonstration monstrance n (Roman Catholic Church) a vessel (usually of gold or silver) in which the consecrated Host is exposed for adoration monstrosity n a person or animal that is markedly unusual or deformed freak,monster monstrosity n something hideous or frightful monstrous adj abnormally large monstrous adj shockingly brutal or cruel atrocious,flagitious,grievous monstrous adj distorted and unnatural in shape or size; abnormal and hideous grotesque montage n a paste-up made by sticking together pieces of paper or photographs to form an artistic image collage montana n a state in northwestern United States on the Canadian border mt montanan n a native or resident of Montana montane adj of or inhabiting mountainous regions monte n a gambling card game of Spanish origin; 3 or 4 cards are dealt face up and players bet that one of them will be matched before the others as montenegro n a former country bordering on the Adriatic Sea; now part of the Union of Serbia and Montenegro monterey n a town in western California to the south of San Francisco on a peninsula at the southern end of Monterey Bay monterrey n an industrial city in northeastern Mexico montevideo n the capital and largest city of Uruguay; a cosmopolitan city and one of the busiest ports in South America montez n Irish dancer (1818-1861) montezuma n evergreen tree with large leathery leaves and large pink to orange flowers; considered a link plant between families Bombacaceae and Stercul montgomery n Canadian novelist (1874-1942) montgomery n English general during World War II; won victories over Rommel in North Africa and led British ground forces in the invasion of Normandy (18 montgomery n the state capital of Alabama on the Mobile River month n one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year month n a time unit of approximately 30 days monthly n a periodical that is published every month (or 12 issues per year) monthly adj of or occurring or payable every month monthly adv occurring once a month montmartre n the highest point in Paris; famous for its associations with many artists montreal n a city in southern Quebec province on the Saint Lawrence River; the largest city in Quebec and 2nd largest in Canada; the 2nd largest French monument n a structure erected to commemorate persons or events memorial monument n an important site that is marked and preserved as public property monument n a burial vault (usually for some famous person) repository monumental adj relating or belonging to or serving as a monument monumental adj of outstanding significance monumental adj imposing in size or bulk or solidity massive,monolithic moo n the sound made by a cow or bull moo v make a low noise, characteristic of bovines low mooch n someone who mooches or cadges (tries to get something free) cadger mooch v ask for and get free; be a parasite bum,cadge,grub,sponge mood n a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling temper,humor,humour mood n the prevailing psychological state climate mood n verb inflections that express how the action or state is conceived by the speaker mode,modality moody n United States tennis player who dominated women's tennis in the 1920s and 1930s (1905-1998) moody n United States evangelist (1837-1899) moody adj showing a brooding ill humor dark,dour,glowering,glum,morose,sour,sullen moody adj subject to sharply varying moods temperamental moon n the natural satellite of the Earth moon n any object resembling a moon moon n the period between successive new moons (29.531 days) moon n the light of the Moon moonlight,moonshine moon v have dreamlike musings or fantasies while awake daydream moon v be idle in a listless or dreamy way moon v expose one's buttocks to moonbeam n a ray of moonlight moong n seed of the mung bean plant; used for food mung moong n seed of the mung bean plant used for food mung moonlight n the light of the Moon moonshine,moon moonlight v work a second job, usually after hours moonlike adj resembling the moon in shape moonlit adj lighted by moonlight moonshine n the light of the Moon moonlight,moon moonshine n whiskey illegally distilled from a corn mash bootleg moonshine v distill (alcohol) illegally; produce moonshine moonstone n a transparent or translucent gemstone with a pearly luster; some specimens are orthoclase feldspar and others are plagioclase feldspar moonwalk n a kind of dance step in which the dancer seems to be sliding on the spot moonwalk n an exploratory walk by an astronaut on the surface of the moon moor n one of the Muslim people of north Africa; of mixed Arab and Berber descent; converted to Islam in the 8th century; conqueror of Spain in the moor n open land usually with peaty soil covered with heather and bracken and moss moorland moor v secure in or as if in a berth or dock berth moor v come into or dock at a wharf berth,wharf moor v secure with cables or ropes moore n United States composer of works noted for their use of the American vernacular (1893-1969) moore n English actor and comedian who appeared on television and in films (born in 1935) moore n English philosopher (1873-1958) moore n Irish poet who wrote nostalgic and patriotic verse (1779-1852) moorhen n black gallinule that inhabits ponds and lakes moorhen n female red grouse mooring n a place where a craft can be made fast berth,slip mooring n (nautical) a line that holds an object (especially a boat) in place moorish n a style of architecture common in Spain from the 13th to 16th centuries; characterized by horseshoe-shaped arches moorish adj relating to or characteristic of the Moors moorland n open land usually with peaty soil covered with heather and bracken and moss moor moose n large northern deer with enormous flattened antlers in the male; called `elk' in Europe and `moose' in North America elk moot n a hypothetical case that law students argue as an exercise moot v think about carefully; weigh consider,debate,deliberate moot adj of no legal significance (as having been previously decided) moot adj open to argument or debate arguable,debatable,disputable mop n cleaning implement consisting of absorbent material fastened to a handle; for cleaning floors swab mop v to wash or wipe with or as if with a mop mop v make a sad face and thrust out one's lower lip pout,mow mopboard n a molding covering the joint formed by a wall and the floor baseboard mope n someone who wastes time mope v move around slowly and aimlessly mope v be apathetic, gloomy, or dazed moped n a motorbike that can be pedaled or driven by a low-powered gasoline engine mopper n a worker who uses a mop to clean a surface mopping n cleaning with a mop moraine n accumulated earth and stones deposited by a glacier moral n the significance of a story or event lesson moral adj concerned with principles of right and wrong or conforming to standards of behavior and character based on those principles immoral moral adj psychological rather than physical or tangible in effect morale n a state of individual psychological well-being based upon a sense of confidence and usefulness and purpose morale n the spirit of a group that makes the members want the group to succeed moralism n a moral maxim moralism n judgments about another person's morality moralist n a philosopher who specializes in morals and moral problems moralist n someone who demands exact conformity to rules and forms martinet,disciplinarian moralistic adj narrowly and conventionally moral morality n concern with the distinction between good and evil or right and wrong; right or good conduct immorality morality n motivation based on ideas of right and wrong ethics,morals moralize v interpret the moral meaning of moralize v speak as if delivering a sermon; express moral judgements moralize v improve the morals of moralizing n indulgence in moral pronouncements; the exposition (often superficially) of a particular moral code morally adv with respect to moral principles morally adv in a moral manner morals n motivation based on ideas of right and wrong ethics,morality morass n a soft wet area of low-lying land that sinks underfoot mire,quagmire,quag,slack moratorium n a legally authorized postponement before some obligation must be discharged moratorium n suspension of an ongoing activity moravia n a region in the central and eastern part of the Czech Republic; it lies to the east of Bohemia and to the west of the Carpathians moravian adj of or relating to the people or culture of Moravia moray n family of brightly colored voracious eels of warm coastal waters; generally nonaggressive to humans but larger species are dangerous if prov morbid adj suggesting an unhealthy mental state morbid adj suggesting the horror of death and decay ghoulish morbid adj caused by or altered by or manifesting disease or pathology diseased,pathologic,pathological morbidity n the relative incidence of a particular disease morbidity n an abnormally gloomy or unhealthy state of mind morbidity n the quality of being unhealthful and generally bad for you morbidly adv in a morbid manner or to a morbid degree mordant n a substance used to treat leather or other materials before dyeing; aids in dyeing process mordant adj harshly ironic or sinister black,grim mordant adj of a substance, especially a strong acid; capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action caustic,corrosive,erosive,vitriolic more n English statesman who opposed Henry VIII's divorce from Catherine of Aragon and was imprisoned and beheaded; recalled for his concept of Uto more adj (comparative of `much' used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree less more adj (comparative of `many' used with count nouns) quantifier meaning greater in number fewer more adv used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs less more adv comparative of much; to a greater degree or extent less moreen n a heavy fabric of wool (or wool and cotton) used mostly in upholstery or for curtains morel n any of various edible mushrooms of the genus Morchella having a brownish spongelike cap morello n any of several cultivated sour cherry trees bearing fruit with dark skin and juice morello n cultivated sour cherry with dark-colored skin and juice moreover adv in addition furthermore mores n (sociology) the conventions that embody the fundamental values of a group morgan n United States anthropologist who studied the Seneca (1818-1881) morgan n United States biologist who formulated the chromosome theory of heredity (1866-1945) morgan n a Welsh buccaneer who raided Spanish colonies in the West Indies for the English (1635-1688) morgan n soldier in the American Revolution who defeated the British in the battle of Cowpens, South Carolina (1736-1802) morganatic adj (of marriages) of a marriage between one of royal or noble birth and one of lower rank; valid but with the understanding that the rank of th morgen n a South African unit of measure equal to about 2 acres morgue n a building (or room) where dead bodies are kept before burial or cremation mortuary moribund adj not growing or changing; without force or vitality stagnant moribund adj being on the point of death; breathing your last morley n United States chemist and physicist who collaborated with Michelson in the Michelson-Morley experiment (1838-1923) mormon n the ancient prophet whose writings were revealed to Joseph Smith who founded the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints mormon n a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints mormon adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of the Mormon Church mormonism n the doctrines and practices of the Mormon Church based on the Book of Mormon mormons n church founded by Joseph Smith in 1830 with headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah morn n the time period between dawn and noon morning,forenoon morning n the time period between dawn and noon morn,forenoon morning n a conventional expression of greeting or farewell morning n the first light of day dawn,dawning,aurora,daybreak,sunrise,sunup morning n the earliest period dawn moro n a member of the predominantly Muslim people in the southern Philippines moroccan n a native or inhabitant of Morocco moroccan adj of or relating to or characteristic of Morocco or its people morocco n a kingdom (constitutional monarchy) in northwestern Africa with a largely Muslim population; achieved independence from France in 1956 morocco n a soft pebble-grained leather made from goatskin; used for shoes and book bindings etc. moron n a person of subnormal intelligence idiot,imbecile,cretin,changeling moron n a city in Argentina, to the west of Buenos Aires moronic adj having a mental age of between eight and twelve years morose adj showing a brooding ill humor dark,dour,glowering,glum,moody,sour,sullen morph v cause to change shape in a computer animation morph v change shape as via computer animation morpheus n the Roman god of sleep and dreams morphine n an alkaloid narcotic drug extracted from opium; a powerful, habit-forming narcotic used to relieve pain morphogenesis n differentiation and growth of the structure of an organism (or a part of an organism) morphological adj relating to or concerned with the formation of admissible words in a language morphological adj pertaining to geological structure structural morphological adj relating to or concerned with the morphology of plants and animals structural morphology n the branch of biology that deals with the structure of animals and plants morphology n studies of the rules for forming admissible words morphology n the admissible arrangement of sounds in words morphology n the branch of geology that studies the characteristics and configuration and evolution of rocks and land forms geomorphology morris n United States suffragist in Wyoming (1814-1902) morris n English poet and craftsman (1834-1896) morris n leader of the American Revolution who signed the Declaration of Independence and raised money for the Continental Army (1734-1806) morris n United States statesman who led the committee that produced the final draft of the United States Constitution (1752-1816) morrison n United States rock singer (1943-1971) morrison n United States writer whose novels describe the lives of African-Americans (born in 1931) morrow n the next day morse n a telegraph code in which letters and numbers are represented by strings of dots and dashes (short and long signals) morse n United States portrait painter who patented the telegraph and developed the Morse code (1791-1872) morsel n a small quantity of anything morsel n a small amount of solid food; a mouthful bit,bite mortal n a human being person,individual,someone,somebody,soul mortal adj subject to death immortal mortal adj involving loss of divine grace or spiritual death deadly mortal adj unrelenting and deadly mortal adj causing or capable of causing death deadly,deathly mortality n the quality or state of being mortal immortality mortality n the ratio of deaths in an area to the population of that area; expressed per 1000 per year mortally adv in such a manner that death ensues (also in reference to hatred, jealousy, fear, etc.) mortar n a muzzle-loading high-angle gun with a short barrel that fires shells at high elevations for a short range howitzer mortar n used as a bond in masonry or for covering a wall mortar n a bowl-shaped vessel in which substances can be ground and mixed with a pestle mortar v plaster with mortar mortgage n a conditional conveyance of property as security for the repayment of a loan mortgage v put up as security or collateral mortgaged adj burdened with legal or financial obligations mortician n one whose business is the management of funerals undertaker mortification n strong feelings of embarrassment chagrin,humiliation mortification n the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply) necrosis,gangrene mortification n an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect humiliation mortification n (Christianity) the act of mortifying the lusts of the flesh by self-denial and privation (especially by bodily pain or discomfort inflicted mortified adj suffering from tissue death mortified adj made to feel uncomfortable because of shame or wounded pride embarrassed,humiliated mortify v practice self-denial of one's body and appetites mortify v hold within limits and control subdue,crucify mortify v cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of humiliate,chagrin,humble,abase mortify v undergo necrosis gangrene mortimer n English nobleman who deposed Edward II and was executed by Edward III (1287-1330) mortise n a square hole made to receive a tenon and so to form a joint mortise v cut a hole for a tenon in mortise v join by a tenon and mortise mortmain n real property held inalienably (as by an ecclesiastical corporation) mortmain n the oppressive influence of past events or decisions morton n United States jazz musician who moved from ragtime to New Orleans jazz (1885-1941) mortuary n a building (or room) where dead bodies are kept before burial or cremation morgue mortuary adj of or relating to or characteristic of death mortuary adj of or relating to a funeral morula n a solid mass of blastomeres that forms when the zygote splits; develops into the blastula mosaic n art consisting of a design made of small pieces of colored stone or glass mosaic n viral disease in solanaceous plants (tomatoes, potatoes, tobacco) resulting in mottling and often shriveling of the leaves mosaic n a freeware browser mosaic n a pattern resembling a mosaic mosaic adj of or relating to Moses or the laws and writings attributed to him moscow n a city of central European Russia; formerly capital of both the Soviet Union and Soviet Russia; since 1991 the capital of the Russian Federa moselle n German white wine from the Moselle valley or a similar wine made elsewhere moses n (Old Testament) the Hebrew prophet who led the Israelites from Egypt across the Red sea on a journey known as the Exodus; Moses received the moses n United States painter of colorful and primitive rural scenes (1860-1961) mosey v walk leisurely amble moslem n a believer in or follower of Islam muslim moslem adj of or relating to or supporting Islamism muslim,islamic mosque n (Islam) a Muslim place of worship that usually has a minaret mosquito n two-winged insect whose female has a long proboscis to pierce the skin and suck the blood of humans and animals moss n tiny leafy-stemmed flowerless plants mossad n the Israeli foreign intelligence agency mossback n an extremely old-fashioned conservative mossy adj overgrown with moss mossy adj (used pejoratively) out of fashion; old fashioned stodgy most adj (superlative of `many' used with count nouns and often preceded by `the') quantifier meaning the greatest in number fewest most adj the superlative of `much' that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by `the'; a quantifier meaning the greatest in amount or least most adv used to form the superlative least most adv very most adv (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but about,almost,nearly,near,nigh,virtually mostly adv in large part; mainly or chiefly largely mostly adv usually; as a rule generally mosul n a city in northern Iraq on the Tigris across from the ruins of Nineveh mote n (nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything atom,molecule,particle,speck motel n a motor hotel moth n typically crepuscular or nocturnal insect having a stout body and feathery or hairlike antennae mother n a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother) father mother n a stringy slimy substance consisting of yeast cells and bacteria; forms during fermentation and is added to cider or wine to produce vinegar mother n a term of address for an elderly woman mother n a term of address for a mother superior mother v care for like a mother fuss,overprotect mother v make (offspring) by reproduction beget,get,engender,father,sire,generate motherfucker n insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous asshole,bastard,cocksucker,dickhead,shit,prick,whoreson,sob motherhood n the kinship relation between an offspring and the mother maternity motherland n the country where you were born fatherland,homeland motherless adj having no living or known mother motherly adj befitting a mother; warm and nurturing motherly adv in a maternal manner; as a mother motif n a design or figure that consists of recurring shapes or colors, as in architecture or decoration motive motif n a theme that is repeated or elaborated in a piece of music motive motif n a unifying idea that is a recurrent element in literary or artistic work theme motile n one whose prevailing mental imagery takes the form of inner feelings of action motile adj (of spores or microorganisms) capable of movement motility n ability to move spontaneously and independently motility n a change of position that does not entail a change of location motion,movement,move motion n the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals gesture motion n a natural event that involves a change in the position or location of something movement motion n a change of position that does not entail a change of location movement,move,motility motion n a state of change motion v show, express or direct through movement gesture motional adj of or relating to or characterized by motion motionless adj not in physical motion inactive,static,still motivate v give an incentive for action propel,move,prompt,incite motivated adj provided with a motive or given incentive for action motivating n the act of motivating; providing incentive motivation motivating adj impelling to action motive motivation n the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and motive,need motivation n the condition of being motivated motivation n the act of motivating; providing incentive motivating motivational adj of or relating to motivation motivator n a positive motivational influence incentive,inducement motive n the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and motivation,need motive n a theme that is repeated or elaborated in a piece of music motif motive n a design or figure that consists of recurring shapes or colors, as in architecture or decoration motif motive adj causing or able to cause motion motor motive adj impelling to action motivating motley n a collection containing a variety of sorts of things assortment,mixture,miscellany,variety,smorgasbord,potpourri motley n a garment made of motley (especially a court jester's costume) motley n a multicolored woolen fabric woven of mixed threads in 14th to 17th century England motley v make something more diverse and varied vary,variegate motley v make motley; color with different colors motley adj consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds assorted,miscellaneous,mixed,sundry motley adj having sections or patches colored differently and usually brightly calico,multicolor,multicolored,painted,piebald,pied motor n machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion motor n a nonspecific agent that imparts motion motor v travel or be transported in a vehicle drive motor adj conveying information to the muscles from the CNS centrifugal motor adj causing or able to cause motion motive motorbike n small motorcycle with a low frame and small wheels and elevated handlebars motorbike v ride a motorcycle motorcycle,cycle motorboat n a boat propelled by an internal-combustion engine powerboat motorboat v ride in a motorboat motorcade n a procession of people traveling in motor cars motorcar n a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine car,auto,automobile,machine motorcycle n a motor vehicle with two wheels and a strong frame bike motorcycle v ride a motorcycle motorbike,cycle motorcyclist n a traveler who rides a motorcycle motoring n the act of driving an automobile motorist n someone who drives (or travels in) an automobile motorize v equip with a motor vehicle motorize v equip with a motor motorize v equip with armed and armored motor vehicles mechanize,mechanise motorized adj equipped with a motor or motors motorized adj using vehicles mechanized motown n the largest city in Michigan and a major Great Lakes port; center of the United States automobile industry; located in southeastern Michigan detroit mott n United States feminist and suffragist (1793-1880) mottle n an irregular arrangement of patches of color mottle v mark with spots or blotches of different color or shades of color as if stained streak,blotch mottle v colour with streaks or blotches of different shades cloud mottled adj having spots or patches of color mottling n the act of coloring with areas of different shades motto n a favorite saying of a sect or political group slogan,catchword,shibboleth mould n loose soil rich in organic matter mold mould n the distinctive form in which a thing is made cast,mold,stamp mould n the process of becoming mildewed mildew,mold mould n a fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds of damp or decaying organic matter mold mould v form in clay, wax, etc model,mold mould v form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold cast,mold mould v make something, usually for a specific function shape,form,work,mold,forge moulder v break down decompose,rot,molder moulding n a decorative strip used for ornamentation or finishing molding moulding n a decorative recessed or relieved surface on an edge molding,border moulding n sculpture produced by molding mold,mould,molding,modeling moulding n a preliminary sculpture in wax or clay from which a finished work can be copied modeling,modelling,molding mouldy adj covered with or smelling of mold moldy,musty moulin n a chute through which supraglacial water enters a glacier, boring either to the bedrock or to the depth of common crevasse formation moult n periodic shedding of the cuticle in arthropods or the outer skin in reptiles molt,molting moult v cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers shed,molt,slough mound n (baseball) the slight elevation on which the pitcher stands hill mound n a small natural hill knoll,hillock,hummock,hammock mound n a collection of objects laid on top of each other pile,heap,agglomerate,cumulus mound n structure consisting of an artificial heap or bank usually of earth or stones hill mound v form into a rounded elevation mount n a lightweight horse kept for riding only mount n the act of climbing something climb mount n a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill mountain mount n a mounting consisting of a piece of metal (as in a ring or other jewelry) that holds a gem in place setting mount v attach to a support mount v go up or advance wax,climb,rise mount v fix onto a backing, setting, or support mount v put up or launch mountain n a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill mount mountain n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,deal,flock,heap,lot,mass,mess,mickle mountaineer n someone who climbs mountains mountaineer v climb mountains for pleasure as a sport mountaineering n the activity of climbing a mountain mountainous adj having hills and crags craggy,hilly mountainous adj like a mountain in size and impressiveness mountainous adj containing many mountains mountainside n the side or slope of a mountain versant mounted adj assembled for use; especially by being attached to a support mounted adj decorated with applied ornamentation; often used in combination mounties n the federal police force of Canada mounting n an event that involves rising to a higher point (as in altitude or temperature or intensity etc.) climb,climbing mounting n framework used for support or display mourn v feel sadness mourn v observe the customs of mourning after the death of a loved one mourner n a person who is feeling grief (as grieving over someone who has died) griever mournful adj expressing sorrow plaintive mournful adj filled with or evoking sadness doleful mournfully adv in a mournful manner mourning n state of sorrow over the death or departure of a loved one bereavement mourning n the passionate and demonstrative activity of expressing grief mourning adj sorrowful through loss or deprivation bereaved,bereft,grieving mouse n any of numerous small rodents typically resembling diminutive rats having pointed snouts and small ears on elongated bodies with slender usu mouse n a swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye shiner mouse n person who is quiet or timid mouse n a hand-operated electronic device that controls the coordinates of a cursor on your computer screen as you move it around on a pad; on the b mouse v to go stealthily or furtively sneak,creep,pussyfoot mouse v manipulate the mouse of a computer mouser n a cat proficient at mousing mousetrap n a trap for catching mice mousetrap n (American football) a play in which a defensive player is allowed to cross the line of scrimmage and then blocked off as the runner goes thr mousse n a rich, frothy, creamy dessert made with whipped egg whites and heavy cream mousse n a light creamy dish made from fish or meat and set with gelatin mousse n toiletry consisting of an aerosol foam used in hair styling mousse v apply a styling gel to gel moustache n an unshaved growth of hair on the upper lip mustache mousy adj quiet and timid and ineffectual mousy adj infested with mice mousy adj of something having a drab pale brown color resembling a mouse mouth n the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge mouth n the externally visible part of the oral cavity on the face and the system of organs surrounding the opening mouth n an opening that resembles a mouth (as of a cave or a gorge) mouth n the point where a stream issues into a larger body of water mouth v express in speech talk,speak,utter,verbalize mouth v articulate silently; form words with the lips only mouth v touch with the mouth mouthbreeder n any of various fishes that carry their eggs and their young in their mouths mouthful n the quantity that can be held in the mouth mouthful n a small amount eaten or drunk taste mouthpiece n a part that goes over or into the mouth of a person mouthpiece n an acoustic device; the part of a telephone into which a person speaks mouthpiece n a spokesperson (as a lawyer) mouth mouthpiece n (especially boxing) equipment that protects an athlete's mouth mouthwash n a medicated solution used for gargling and rinsing the mouth gargle mouton n meat from a mature domestic sheep mutton movable n personal as opposed to real property; any tangible movable property (furniture or domestic animals or a car etc) chattel movable adj (of personal property as opposed to real estate) can be moved from place to place (especially carried by hand) movable adj capable of being moved or conveyed from one place to another transferable,transportable move n the act of deciding to do something move n the act of changing your residence or place of business relocation move n a change of position that does not entail a change of location motion,movement,motility move n the act of changing location from one place to another motion,movement move v change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically travel,go move v cause to move or shift into a new position or place, both in a concrete and in an abstract sense displace move v move so as to change position, perform a nontranslational motion move v change residence, affiliation, or place of employment stay moved adj being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion affected,stirred,touched unmoved movement n a change of position that does not entail a change of location motion,move,motility movement n the act of changing location from one place to another motion,move movement n a natural event that involves a change in the position or location of something motion movement n a group of people with a common ideology who try together to achieve certain general goals front mover n workman employed by a moving company mover n (parliamentary procedure) someone who makes a formal motion mover n someone who moves mover n a company that moves the possessions of a family or business from one site to another movie n a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement film,picture,pic,flick moving adj in motion moving adj arousing or capable of arousing deep emotion moving adj used of a series of photographs presented so as to create the illusion of motion still movingly adv in a moving manner mow n a loft in a barn where hay is stored hayloft mow v cut with a blade or mower mow v make a sad face and thrust out one's lower lip pout,mop mower n garden tool for mowing grass on lawns mown adj (used of grass or vegetation) cut down with a hand implement or machine cut moxie n fortitude and determination backbone,grit,guts,sand,gumption mozambican n a native or inhabitant of Mozambique mozambican adj of or relating to or located in Mozambique mozambican adj of or relating to the people of Mozambique mozambique n a republic on the southeastern coast of Africa on the Mozambique Channel; became independent from Portugal in 1975 mozart n prolific Austrian composer and child prodigy; master of the classical style in all its forms of his time (1756-1791) mozart n the music of Mozart mozartean adj of or relating to or in the manner of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart mozartian mozartian adj of or relating to or in the manner of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart mozartean mozzarella n mild white Italian cheese mph n the ratio of the distance traveled (in miles) to the time spent traveling (in hours) mph n a speedometer reading for the momentary rate of travel mr n a form of address for a man mister mri n the use of nuclear magnetic resonance of protons to produce proton density images mrs n a form of address for a married woman ms n a chronic progressive nervous disorder involving loss of myelin sheath around certain nerve fibers ms n a state in the Deep South on the gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate States during the American Civil War mississippi ms n a master's degree in science ms n the form of a literary work submitted for publication manuscript mt n a radioactive transuranic element mt n a unit of weight equivalent to 1000 kilograms tonne,t mt n a state in northwestern United States on the Canadian border montana mt n the use of computers to translate from one language to another mu n the 12th letter of the Greek alphabet mubarak n Egyptian statesman who became president in 1981 after Sadat was assassinated (born in 1929) much n a great amount or extent much adj (quantifier used with mass nouns) great in quantity or degree or extent little much adv to a great degree or extent much adv very much adv to a very great degree or extent lots much adv (degree adverb used before a noun phrase) for all practical purposes but not completely practically muck n any thick, viscous matter sludge,slime,goo,goop,gunk,ooze muck n fecal matter of animals droppings,dung muck v remove muck, clear away muck, as in a mine muck v spread manure, as for fertilization manure muck v soil with mud, muck, or mire mire,mud muckle n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,deal,flock,heap,lot,mass,mess,mickle muckrake v explore and expose misconduct and scandals concerning public figures muckraker n one who spreads real or alleged scandal about another (usually for political advantage) muckraking n the exposure of scandal (especially about public figures) mucky adj (of soil) soft and watery marshy,muddy,sloppy,soggy,squashy,swampy,waterlogged mucky adj dirty and messy; covered with mud or muck muddy mucor n any mold of the genus Mucor mucosa n mucus-secreting membrane lining all body cavities or passages that communicate with the exterior mucosal adj of or relating to mucous membranes mucous adj of or secreting or covered with or resembling mucus mucus n protective secretion of the mucous membranes; in the gut it lubricates the passage of food and protects the epithelial cells; in the nose an mud n water soaked soil; soft wet earth clay mud n slanderous remarks or charges mud v soil with mud, muck, or mire mire,muck mud v plaster with mud muddied adj (of color) discolored by impurities; not bright and clear dirty,dingy,muddy muddle n a confused multitude of things clutter,jumble,fuddle,welter,smother muddle n informal terms for a difficult situation fix,hole,jam,mess,pickle muddle v make into a puddle puddle muddle v mix up or confuse addle,puddle muddled adj confused and vague; used especially of thinking addled,befuddled,muzzy,woolly,wooly muddleheaded adj stupid and confused muddy v dirty with mud muddy v cause to become muddy muddy v make turbid muddy adj (of soil) soft and watery marshy,mucky,sloppy,soggy,squashy,swampy,waterlogged muddy adj dirty and messy; covered with mud or muck mucky muddy adj (of color) discolored by impurities; not bright and clear dirty,dingy,muddied muddy adj (of liquids) clouded as with sediment cloudy,murky,turbid mudguard n a curved piece above the wheel of a bicycle or motorcycle to protect the rider from water or mud thrown up by the wheels mudra n ritual hand movement in Hindu religious dancing mudskipper n found in tropical coastal regions of Africa and Asia; able to move on land on strong pectoral fins muff n a warm tubular covering for the hands muff n (sports) dropping the ball fumble muff v fail to catch, as of a ball muff v make a mess of, destroy or ruin botch,bodge,bumble,fumble,blow,flub,spoil,bungle muffin n a sweet quick bread baked in a cup-shaped pan gem muffle n a kiln with an inner chamber for firing things at a low temperature muffle v suppress in order to conceal or hide smother,stifle,strangle,repress muffle v deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping mute,dull,damp,dampen muffled adj being or made softer or less loud or clear dull,muted,softened muffled adj wrapped up especially for protection or secrecy muffler n a tubular acoustic device inserted in the exhaust system that is designed to reduce noise silencer muffler n a scarf worn around the neck muffler n a device that decreases the amplitude of electronic, mechanical, acoustical, or aerodynamic oscillations damper mug n the quantity that can be held in a mug mug n a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of chump,fool,gull,mark,patsy,sucker mug n the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British) countenance,visage,kisser mug n with handle and usually cylindrical mug v rob at gunpoint or with the threat of violence muggee n a victim of a mugging mugger n a robber who takes property by threatening or performing violence on the person who is robbed (usually on the street) mugging n assault with intent to rob muggy adj hot or warm and humid steamy,sticky muhammad n leader of Black Muslims who campaigned for independence for Black Americans (1897-1975) muhammad n the Arab prophet who, according to Islam, was the last messenger of Allah (570-632) mohammed,mohammad muharram n the first month of the Islamic calendar muir n United States naturalist (born in England) who advocated the creation of national parks (1838-1914) mujahideen n a military force of Muslim guerilla warriors engaged in a jihad mulberry n any of several trees of the genus Morus having edible fruit that resembles the blackberry mulberry n sweet usually dark purple blackberry-like fruit of any of several mulberry trees of the genus Morus mulch n a protective covering of rotting vegetable matter spread to reduce evaporation and soil erosion mulch v cover with mulch mulct n money extracted as a penalty fine mulct v deprive of by deceit victimize,swindle,rook,diddle,defraud,scam,con mulct v impose a fine on mule n hybrid offspring of a male donkey and a female horse; usually sterile mule n a slipper that has no fitting around the heel scuff mull n a term used in Scottish names of promontories mull n an island in western Scotland in the Inner Hebrides mull v reflect deeply on a subject meditate,ponder,contemplate,muse,reflect,ruminate,speculate mull v heat with sugar and spices to make a hot drink mullah n a Muslim trained in the doctrine and law of Islam; the head of a mosque mullein n any of various plants of the genus Verbascum having large usually woolly leaves and terminal spikes of yellow or white or purplish flowers muller n Swiss chemist who synthesized DDT and discovered its use as an insecticide (1899-1965) muller n Swiss physicist who studied superconductivity (born in 1927) muller n German physiologist and anatomist (1801-1858) muller n German mathematician and astronomer (1436-1476) mullet n highly valued lean flesh of marine or freshwater mullet mullet n freshwater or coastal food fishes a spindle-shaped body; found worldwide mullet n bottom dwelling marine warm water fishes with two barbels on the chin mulligan n Irish version of burgoo mulligatawny n a soup of eastern India that is flavored with curry; prepared with a meat or chicken base mullion n a nonstructural vertical strip between the casements or panes of a window (or the panels of a screen) multicolor adj having sections or patches colored differently and usually brightly motley,calico,multicolored,painted,piebald,pied multicolored adj having sections or patches colored differently and usually brightly motley,calico,multicolor,painted,piebald,pied multifaceted adj having many aspects or qualities miscellaneous multiform adj occurring in or having many forms or shapes or appearances uniform multilateral adj having many parts or sides unilateral multilaterally adv in a multilateral manner;so as to affect many parties or governments unilaterally multilingual adj using or knowing more than one language monolingual multinational adj involving or operating in several nations or nationalities transnational multiple n the product of a quantity by an integer multiple adj having or involving or consisting of more than one part or entity or individual single multiplex n communicates two or more signals over a common channel multiplex n a movie theater than has several different auditoriums in the same building multiplex adj many and varied; having many features or forms manifold multiplex adj having many parts or aspects multiplexer n a device that can interleave two or more activities multiplication n the act of producing offspring or multiplying by such production generation,propagation multiplication n a multiplicative increase multiplication n an arithmetic operation that is the inverse of division; the product of two numbers is computed times multiplicity n the property of being multiple multiplicity n a large number multiplied adj greatly increased as by multiplication multiplier n the number by which a multiplicand is multiplied multiply v combine by multiplication divide multiply v combine or increase by multiplication manifold multiply v have young (animals) or reproduce (organisms) breed multiply v have offspring or produce more individuals of a given animal or plant reproduce,procreate multiply adv in several ways; in a multiple manner singly multiprocessing n simultaneous processing by two or more processing units multistory adj having more than one story multitude n a large indefinite number battalion,plurality,pack multitude n a large gathering of people throng,concourse multitude n the common people generally masses,mass,people multitudinous adj too numerous to be counted countless,infinite,innumerable,myriad,numberless,uncounted mum n of China mum n informal terms for a mother ma,mama,mamma,mom,momma,mommy,mummy mum n secrecy mum adj failing to speak or communicate etc when expected to silent mumbai n a city in western India just off the coast of the Arabian Sea; India's 2nd largest city (after Calcutta); has the only natural deep-water ha bombay mumble n a soft indistinct utterance mumble v talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice mutter,maunder mumble v grind with the gums; chew without teeth and with great difficulty gum mumbling n indistinct enunciation mumbling n ineffectual chewing (as if without teeth) gumming mummer n an actor who communicates entirely by gesture and facial expression mime mummification n a condition resembling that of a mummy mummification n (pathology) gangrene that develops in the presence of arterial obstruction and is characterized by dryness of the dead tissue and a dark bro mummification n embalmment and drying a dead body and wrapping it as a mummy mummify v preserve while making lifeless mummify v remove the organs and dry out (a dead body) in order to preserve it mummify v dry up and shrivel due to complete loss of moisture mummy n informal terms for a mother ma,mama,mamma,mom,momma,mommy,mum mummy n a body embalmed and dried and wrapped for burial (as in ancient Egypt) mumps n an acute contagious viral disease characterized by fever and by swelling of the parotid glands munch n Norwegian painter (1863-1944) munch n a large bite munch v chew noisily crunch munchausen n German raconteur who told preposterous stories about his adventures as a soldier and hunter; his name is now associated with any telling of muncher n a chewer who makes a munching noise muncie n a town in east central Indiana mundane adj found in the ordinary course of events everyday,routine,unremarkable,workaday mundane adj concerned with the world or worldly matters terrestrial mundane adj belonging to this earth or world; not ideal or heavenly terrene mung n seed of the mung bean plant; used for food moong mung n erect bushy annual widely cultivated in warm regions of India and Indonesia and United States for forage and especially its edible seeds; ch mung n seed of the mung bean plant used for food moong munich n the capital and largest city of Bavaria in southwestern Germany municipal adj relating or belonging to or characteristic of a municipality municipal adj of or relating to the government of a municipality municipality n an urban district having corporate status and powers of self-government municipality n people living in a town or city having local self-government municipally adv by municipality munition n weapons considered collectively weaponry,arms munition n military supplies ordnance munition n defensive structure consisting of walls or mounds built around a stronghold to strengthen it fortification munition v supply with weapons munro n British writer of short stories (1870-1916) saki mural n a painting that is applied to a wall surface mural adj of or relating to walls murder n unlawful premeditated killing of a human being by a human being slaying,execution murder v kill intentionally and with premeditation slay,hit,dispatch,off,remove murder v alter so as to make unrecognizable mangle,mutilate murdered adj killed unlawfully murderer n a criminal who commits homicide (who performs the unlawful premeditated killing of another human being) liquidator murderess n a woman murderer murderous adj characteristic of or capable of or having a tendency toward killing another human being homicidal murdoch n United States publisher (born in Australia in 1931) murdoch n British writer (born in Ireland) known primarily for her novels (1919-1999) murillo n Spanish painter (1617-1682) murine n a rodent that is a member of the family Muridae murine adj of or relating to or transmitted by a member of the family Muridae (rats and mice) murk n an atmosphere in which visibility is reduced because of a cloud of some substance fog murk v make dark, dim, or gloomy murky adj (of liquids) clouded as with sediment cloudy,muddy,turbid murky adj dark or gloomy murmur n a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech mutter,muttering,murmuring murmur n a schwa that is incidental to the pronunciation of a consonant murmur n an abnormal sound of the heart; sometimes a sign of abnormal function of the heart valves murmur n a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone grumble,grumbling,murmuring,mutter,muttering murmur v speak softly or indistinctly murmur v make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath mutter,grumble,croak,gnarl murmuring n a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech mutter,muttering,murmur murmuring n a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone grumble,grumbling,murmur,mutter,muttering murmuring adj making a low continuous indistinct sound whispering murmurous adj characterized by soft sounds rustling murphy n an edible tuber native to South America; a staple food of Ireland potato,spud,tater murrain n any disease of domestic animals that resembles a plague murray n British classical scholar (born in Australia) who advocated the League of Nations and the United Nations (1866-1957) murray n Scottish philologist and the lexicographer who shaped the Oxford English Dictionary (1837-1915) murray n a southeast Australian river; flows westward and then south into the Indian Ocean at Adelaide murre n black-and-white diving bird of northern seas musa n type genus of the Musaceae: bananas muscat n any of several cultivated grapevines that produce sweet white grapes muscat n a port on the Gulf of Oman and capital of the sultanate of Oman muscat n wine from muscat grapes muscat n sweet aromatic grape used for raisins and wine muscle n one of the contractile organs of the body musculus muscle n animal tissue consisting predominantly of contractile cells muscle n a bully employed as a thug or bodyguard muscle n authority or power or force (especially when used in a coercive way) muscle v make one's way by force muscovite n a colorless or pale brown mica with potassium muscovite n a resident of Moscow muscovite adj of or relating to the residents of Moscow muscular adj of or relating to or consisting of muscle muscular adj having a robust muscular body-build characterized by predominance of structures (bone and muscle and connective tissue) developed from the e muscular adj having or suggesting great physical power or force muscular adj (of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful brawny,hefty,powerful,sinewy musculature n the muscular system of an organism musculus n one of the contractile organs of the body muscle muse n in ancient Greek mythology any of 9 daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne; protector of an art or science muse n the source of an artist's inspiration muse v reflect deeply on a subject meditate,ponder,contemplate,reflect,mull,ruminate,speculate museum n a depository for collecting and displaying objects having scientific or historical or artistic value mush n any soft or soggy mass pulp mush n cornmeal boiled in water mush n writing or music that is excessively sweet and sentimental treacle,slop,glop mush n a journey by dogsled mush v drive (a team of dogs or a dogsled) mush v travel with a dogsled musher n a traveler who drives (or travels with) a dog team mushroom n common name for an edible agaric (contrasting with the inedible toadstool) toadstool mushroom n mushrooms and related fleshy fungi (including toadstools, puffballs, morels, coral fungi, etc.) mushroom n any of various fleshy fungi of the subdivision Basidiomycota consisting of a cap at the end of a stem arising from an underground mycelium mushroom n a large cloud of rubble and dust shaped like a mushroom and rising into the sky after an explosion (especially of a nuclear bomb) mushroom v pick or gather mushrooms mushroom v grow and spread fast mushy adj having the consistency of mush mushy adj effusively or insincerely emotional hokey,maudlin,mawkish,sentimental,sappy,soppy,soupy music n an artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner music n any agreeable (pleasing and harmonious) sounds euphony music n musical activity (singing or whistling etc.) music n (music) the sounds produced by singers or musical instruments (or reproductions of such sounds) musical n a play or film whose action and dialogue is interspersed with singing and dancing musical adj characterized by or capable of producing music musical adj talented in or devoted to music musical adj characteristic of or resembling or accompanied by music musical adj containing or constituting or characterized by pleasing melody melodious,melodic musicality n the property of sounding like music musically adv in a musical manner musician n someone who plays a musical instrument (as a profession) instrumentalist,player musician n artist who composes or conducts music as a profession musicianship n artistry in performing music musicologist n a student of musicology musing n a calm, lengthy, intent consideration contemplation,reflection,rumination,thoughtfulness musing adj deeply or seriously thoughtful brooding,broody,contemplative,meditative,pensive,pondering,reflective musk n an odorous glandular secretion from the male musk deer; used as a perfume fixative musk n the scent of a greasy glandular secretion from the male musk deer musket n a muzzle-loading shoulder gun with a long barrel; formerly used by infantrymen musketeer n a foot soldier armed with a musket muskmelon n any of several varieties of vine whose fruit has a netted rind and edible flesh and a musky smell muskmelon n the fruit of a muskmelon vine; any of several sweet melons related to cucumbers muskogee n a member of the Muskhogean people formerly living in Georgia and eastern Alabama and constituting the core of the Creek Confederacy muskogee n a town in eastern Oklahoma on the Arkansas River muskogee n the Muskhogean language spoken by the Muskogee muskrat n the brown fur of a muskrat muskrat n beaver-like aquatic rodent of North America with dark glossy brown fur musky adj resembling the smell of musk muslim n a believer in or follower of Islam moslem muslim adj of or relating to or supporting Islamism moslem,islamic muslin n plain-woven cotton fabric muss n a state of confusion and disorderliness mess muss v make messy or untidy tussle mussel n black marine bivalves usually steamed in wine mussel n marine or freshwater bivalve mollusk that lives attached to rocks etc. mussolini n Italian fascist dictator (1883-1945) must n a necessary or essential thing must n grape juice before or during fermentation must n the quality of smelling or tasting old or stale or mouldy must adj highly recommended mustache n an unshaved growth of hair on the upper lip moustache mustached adj having a moustache mustachioed mustachio n a large bushy moustache (with hair growing sometimes down the sides of the mouth) mustachioed adj having a moustache mustached mustang n small hardy range horse of the western plains descended from horses brought by the Spanish mustard n any of several cruciferous plants of the genus Brassica mustard n pungent powder or paste prepared from ground mustard seeds mustard n leaves eaten as cooked greens muster n a gathering of military personnel for duty muster n compulsory military service conscription,draft muster v gather or bring together rally,summon muster v call to duty, military service, jury duty, etc. musth n an annual phase of heightened sexual excitement in the males of certain large mammals (especially elephants); is associated with discharge f musty adj covered with or smelling of mold moldy,mouldy musty adj stale and unclean smelling fusty mutable adj capable of or tending to change in form or quality or nature changeable immutable mutable adj prone to frequent change; inconstant mutable adj tending to undergo genetic mutuation mutagen n any agent (physical or environmental) that can induce a genetic mutation or can increase the rate of mutation mutant n (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration mutation,variation,sport mutant n an animal that has undergone mutation mutant adj tending to undergo or resulting from mutation mutate v undergo mutation mutation n (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration mutant,variation,sport mutation n (genetics) any event that changes genetic structure; any alteration in the inherited nucleic acid sequence of the genotype of an organism mutation n a change or alteration in form or qualities mute n a deaf person who is unable to speak mute n a device used to soften the tone of a musical instrument mute v deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping muffle,dull,damp,dampen mute adj expressed without speech unspoken,wordless mute adj unable to speak because of hereditary deafness dumb,silent muted adj in a softened tone hushed,subdued,quiet muted adj being or made softer or less loud or clear dull,muffled,softened mutilate v destroy or injure severely mangle mutilate v alter so as to make unrecognizable mangle,murder mutilate v destroy or injure severely mar mutilated adj having a part of the body crippled or disabled maimed mutilation n an injury that causes disfigurement or that deprives you of a limb or other important body part mutilation n the act of damaging the appearance or surface of something disfigurement mutineer n someone who is openly rebellious and refuses to obey authorities (especially seamen or soldiers) mutinous adj disposed to or in a state of mutiny mutinous adj consisting of or characterized by or inciting to mutiny mutiny n open rebellion against constituted authority (especially by seamen or soldiers against their officers) mutiny v engage in a mutiny against an authority mutt n an inferior dog or one of mixed breed cur,mongrel mutter n a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech muttering,murmur,murmuring mutter n a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone grumble,grumbling,murmur,murmuring,muttering mutter v talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice mumble,maunder mutter v make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath murmur,grumble,croak,gnarl muttering n a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech mutter,murmur,murmuring muttering n a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone grumble,grumbling,murmur,murmuring,mutter mutton n meat from a mature domestic sheep mouton mutual adj common to or shared by two or more parties common mutual adj concerning each of two or more persons or things; especially given or done in return reciprocal mutualism n the relation between two different species of organisms that are interdependent; each gains benefits from the other symbiosis mutuality n a reciprocality of sentiments mutuality n a reciprocal relation between interdependent entities (objects or individuals or groups) interdependence mutually adv in a mutual or shared manner muzzle n the open circular discharging end of a gun muzzle n forward projecting part of the head of certain animals; includes the jaws and nose muzzle n a leather or wire restraint that fits over an animal's snout (especially a dog's nose and jaws) and prevents it from eating or biting muzzle n restraint put into a person's mouth to prevent speaking or shouting gag muzzle v fit with a muzzle muzzle v prevent from speaking out gag muzzle v tie a gag around someone's mouth in order to silence them gag muzzy adj indistinct or hazy in outline bleary,blurred,blurry,foggy,fuzzy,hazy muzzy adj confused and vague; used especially of thinking addled,befuddled,muddled,woolly,wooly myanmar n a mountainous republic in southeastern Asia on the Bay of Bengal burma mycenaean adj of or relating to or characteristic of ancient Mycenae or its inhabitants mycology n the branch of botany that studies fungi and fungus-caused diseases myelin n a white fatty substance that forms a medullary sheath around the axis cylinder of some nerve fibers medulla myna n tropical Asian starlings mina,minah myocardial adj of or relating to the myocardium myocardium n the middle muscular layer of the heart wall myopia n (ophthalmology) eyesight abnormality resulting from the eye's faulty refractive ability; distant objects appear blurred nearsightedness,shortsightedness hyperopia myopic adj unable to see distant objects clearly nearsighted,shortsighted myopic adj lacking foresight or scope short,shortsighted myosin n the commonest protein in muscle; a globulin that combines with actin to form actomyosin myriad n a large indefinite number myriad n the cardinal number that is the product of ten and one thousand myriad adj too numerous to be counted countless,infinite,innumerable,multitudinous,numberless,uncounted myrmecia n bulldog ants myrmidon n a follower who carries out orders without question myrmidon n (Greek mythology) a member of the warriors who followed Achilles on the expedition against Troy myrrh n aromatic resin that is burned as incense and used in perfume myrtle n widely cultivated as a groundcover for its dark green shiny leaves and usually blue-violet flowers myrtle n any evergreen shrub or tree of the genus Myrtus mysterious adj of an obscure nature cryptic,deep,inscrutable,mystifying mysterious adj having an import not apparent to the senses nor obvious to the intelligence; beyond ordinary understanding mystic,mystical,occult,secret,orphic mysteriously adv in a cryptic manner enigmatically mystery n something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained enigma,secret mystery n a story about a crime (usually murder) presented as a novel or play or movie whodunit mystic n someone who believes in the existence of realities beyond human comprehension mystic adj having an import not apparent to the senses nor obvious to the intelligence; beyond ordinary understanding mysterious,mystical,occult,secret,orphic mystic adj relating to or resembling mysticism mystical mystic adj relating to or characteristic of mysticism mystical mystical adj relating to or characteristic of mysticism mystic mystical adj relating to or resembling mysticism mystic mystical adj having an import not apparent to the senses nor obvious to the intelligence; beyond ordinary understanding mysterious,mystic,occult,secret,orphic mysticism n a religion based on mystical communion with an ultimate reality mysticism n obscure or irrational thought mystified adj totally perplexed and mixed up mystify v be a mystery or bewildering to perplex,vex,stick,get,puzzle,baffle,beat,pose mystify v make mysterious mystifying adj of an obscure nature cryptic,deep,inscrutable,mysterious mystique n an aura of heightened value or interest or meaning surrounding a person or thing myth n a traditional story accepted as history; serves to explain the world view of a people mythic adj relating to or having the nature of myth mythic adj based on or told of in traditional stories; lacking factual basis or historical validity fabulous,mythical,mythological mythical adj based on or told of in traditional stories; lacking factual basis or historical validity fabulous,mythic,mythological mythological adj based on or told of in traditional stories; lacking factual basis or historical validity fabulous,mythic,mythical mythology n myths collectively; the body of stories associated with a culture or institution or person mythology n the study of myths n n a common nonmetallic element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless inert diatomic gas; constitutes 78 percent of the atmosphere by nitrogen n n the cardinal compass point that is at 0 or 360 degrees north,northward n n a unit of force equal to the force that imparts an acceleration of 1 m/sec/sec to a mass of 1 kilogram; equal to 100,000 dynes newton n n (of a solution) concentration expressed in gram equivalents of solute per liter normality n'djamena n the capital and largest city of Chad; located in the southwestern on the Shari river na n a silvery soft waxy metallic element of the alkali metal group; occurs abundantly in natural compounds (especially in salt water); burns wit sodium nab v tag the base runner to get him out nab v take into custody collar,nail,apprehend,arrest,cop nab v seize suddenly nabob n a governor in India during the Mogul empire nawab nabob n a wealthy man (especially one who made his fortune in the Orient) nacelle n a streamlined enclosure for an aircraft engine nacho n a tortilla chip topped with cheese and chili-pepper and broiled nacre n the iridescent internal layer of a mollusk shell nada n a quantity of no importance nothing,nil,nix,null,aught,cipher,cypher,naught nadir n an extreme state of adversity; the lowest point of anything nadir n the point below the observer that is directly opposite the zenith on the imaginary sphere against which celestial bodies appear to be projec zenith nag n someone (especially a woman) who annoys people by constantly finding fault scold,nagger nag n an old or over-worked horse hack,jade,plug nag v bother persistently with trivial complaints peck nag v worry persistently nag v remind or urge constantly naga n Kamarupan languages spoken in northeastern India and western Burma nagano n a city in central Honshu to the northwest of Tokyo; site of a Buddhist shrine nagasaki n a city in southern Japan on Kyushu; a leading port and shipbuilding center; on August 9, 1945 Nagasaki became the second populated area to r nagger n someone (especially a woman) who annoys people by constantly finding fault scold,nag nagging adj continually complaining or faultfinding nagi n medium-sized tree having glossy lanceolate leaves; southern China to Taiwan and southern Japan nagoya n an industrial city in southern Honshu nahuatl n a member of any of various Indian peoples of central Mexico nahuatl n the Uto-Aztecan language spoken by the Nahuatl nahum n a Hebrew minor prophet of the 7th century BC nahum n an Old Testament book telling Nahum's prophecy of the fall of Nineveh naiad n submerged aquatic plant having narrow leaves and small flowers; of fresh or brackish water naiad n (Greek mythology) a nymph of lakes and springs and rivers and fountains nail n horny plate covering and protecting part of the dorsal surface of the digits nail n a thin pointed piece of metal that is hammered into materials as a fastener nail n a former unit of length for cloth equal to 1/16 of a yard nail v attach something somewhere by means of nails nail v take into custody collar,apprehend,arrest,nab,cop nail v hit hard smash,boom,blast nail v succeed in obtaining a position peg nailbrush n a brush used to clean a person's fingernails nailer n a worker who attaches something by nailing it nairobi n the capital and largest city of Kenya; a center for tourist safaris naive adj marked by or showing unaffected simplicity and lack of guile or worldly experience sophisticated naive adj of or created by one without formal training; simple or naive in style primitive naive adj inexperienced naive adj lacking information or instruction unenlightened naively adv in a naive manner naivete n lack of sophistication or worldliness naivety sophistication naivety n lack of sophistication or worldliness naivete naked adj completely unclothed bare,nude naked adj having no protecting or concealing cover defenseless naked adj (of the eye or ear e.g.) without the aid of an optical or acoustical device or instrument naked adj devoid of elaboration or diminution or concealment; bare and pure raw name n a language unit by which a person or thing is known name n a person's reputation name n family based on male descent gens name n a well-known or notable person figure name v assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to call name v give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property identify name v charge with a function; charge to be nominate,make name v create and charge with a task or function appoint,nominate,constitute nameless adj being or having an unknown or unnamed source unidentified,unknown,unnamed namely adv as follows namer n a person who gives a name or names names n verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument namesake n a person with the same name as another namibia n a republic in southwestern Africa on the south Atlantic coast (formerly called South West Africa); achieved independence from South Africa i naming n the verbal act of naming naming n the act of putting a person into a non-elective position appointment,assignment,designation naming adj inclined to or serving for the giving of names nampa n a town in southwestern Idaho namur n a city in south central Belgium situated on a promontory between the Meuse River and the Sambre River; the site of intense fighting in World nan n your grandmother nan n the mother of your father or mother grandma,grandmother,granny,grannie,gran,nanna nan n a river of western Thailand flowing southward to join the Ping River to form the Chao Phraya nan n leavened bread baked in a clay oven in India; usually shaped like a teardrop nance n offensive term for a homosexual man fairy,pansy,queen,queer,poof,pouf nancy n a city in northeastern France in Lorraine nanjing n a city in eastern China on the Yangtze River; a former capital of China; the scene of a Japanese massacre in the 1930s nanking nanking n a city in eastern China on the Yangtze River; a former capital of China; the scene of a Japanese massacre in the 1930s nanjing nanna n the mother of your father or mother grandma,grandmother,granny,grannie,gran,nan nanna n (Norse mythology) wife of Balder nanna n god of the Moon; counterpart of the Akkadian Sin nanny n a woman who is the custodian of children nurse nanny n female goat nanometre n a metric unit of length equal to one billionth of a meter micromillimetre nanosecond n one billionth (10^-9) of a second; one thousandth of a microsecond nanotechnology n the branch of engineering that deals with things smaller than 100 nanometers (especially with the manipulation of individual molecules) nantes n a port city in western France on the Loire estuary nantucket n an island resort off Cape Cod; formerly a center of the whaling industry naomi n the mother-in-law of Ruth whose story is told in the Book of Ruth in the Old Testament nap n a period of time spent sleeping sleep nap n a soft or fuzzy surface texture nap n the yarn (as in a rug or velvet or corduroy) that stands up from the weave pile nap n sleeping for a short period of time (usually not in bed) snooze nap v take a siesta napa n plant with an elongated head of broad stalked leaves resembling celery; used as a vegetable in east Asia napalm n gasoline jelled with aluminum soaps; highly incendiary liquid used in fire bombs and flamethrowers nape n the back side of the neck scruff,nucha naphtha n any of various volatile flammable liquid hydrocarbon mixtures; used chiefly as solvents naphthalene n a white crystalline strong-smelling hydrocarbon made from coal tar or petroleum and used in organic synthesis and as a fumigant in mothballs napier n Scottish mathematician who invented logarithms; introduced the use of the decimal point in writing numbers (1550-1617) napkin n a small piece of table linen that is used to wipe the mouth and to cover the lap in order to protect clothing napkin n garment consisting of a folded cloth drawn up between the legs and fastened at the waist; worn by infants to catch excrement diaper,nappy naples n a port and tourist center in southwestern Italy; capital of the Campania region napoli napoleon n French general who became emperor of the French (1769-1821) bonaparte napoleon n a rectangular piece of pastry with thin flaky layers and filled with custard cream napoleon n a card game similar to whist; usually played for stakes nap napoleonic adj of or relating to or like Napoleon Bonaparte napoli n a port and tourist center in southwestern Italy; capital of the Campania region naples napped adj (of fabrics) having soft nap produced by brushing brushed,fleecy napping adj not prepared or vigilant nappy n garment consisting of a folded cloth drawn up between the legs and fastened at the waist; worn by infants to catch excrement diaper,napkin nappy adj (of hair) in small tight curls crisp,frizzy,kinky naproxen n a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Naprosyn) used in the treatment of arthritis and musculoskeletal inflammation and moderate nara n the independent agency that oversees management of federal government records including presidential libraries and historic collections narc n a lawman concerned with narcotics violations nark narcissism n an exceptional interest in and admiration for yourself narcissist n someone in love with themselves narcissistic adj characteristic of those having an inflated idea of their own importance egotistical narcissus n bulbous plant having erect linear leaves and showy yellow or white flowers either solitary or in clusters narcissus n (Greek mythology) a beautiful young man who fell in love with his own reflection narcolepsy n a sleep disorder characterized by sudden and uncontrollable episodes of deep sleep narcosis n unconsciousness induced by narcotics or anesthesia narcotic n a drug that produces numbness or stupor; often taken for pleasure or to reduce pain; extensive use can lead to addiction narcotic adj of or relating to or designating narcotics narcotic adj inducing stupor or narcosis narcotic adj inducing mental lethargy nard n an aromatic ointment used in antiquity nardo n Australian clover fern nark n an informer or spy working for the police nark n a lawman concerned with narcotics violations narc nark v cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations annoy,rag,bother,irritate,rile,nettle,gravel,vex nark v inform or spy (for the police) narrate v provide commentary for a film, for example narrate v narrate or give a detailed account of tell,recount,recite narration n a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or t narrative,story,tale narration n the act of giving an account describing incidents or a course of events recital,yarn narration n (rhetoric) the second section of an oration in which the facts are set forth narrative n a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or t narration,story,tale narrative adj consisting of or characterized by the telling of a story narrator n someone who tells a story storyteller,teller narrow n a narrow strait connecting two bodies of water narrow v make or become more narrow or restricted contract widen narrow v define clearly specify narrow v become more focused on an area of activity or field of study specialize narrow v become tight or as if tight constrict narrow adj not wide wide narrow adj limited in size or scope narrow adj lacking tolerance or flexibility or breadth of view narrow adj very limited in degree wide narrowed adj reduced in size as by squeezing together narrowed adj made narrow; limited in breadth narrowing n an instance of becoming narrow narrowing n a decrease in width widening narrowing n the act of making something narrower widening narrowing adj becoming gradually narrower tapered,tapering narrowing adj (of circumstances) tending to constrict freedom constricting narrowly adv in a narrow manner; not allowing for exceptions broadly narrowness n the property of being narrow; having little width wideness narrowness n an inclination to criticize opposing opinions or shocking behavior narrowness n a restriction of range or scope narrowness n a small margin narwhal n small Arctic whale the male having a long spiral ivory tusk nary adj (used with singular count nouns) colloquial for `not a' or `not one' or `never a' nasa n an independent agency of the United States government responsible for aviation and spaceflight nasal n a consonant produced through the nose with the mouth closed nasal n an elongated rectangular bone that forms the bridge of the nose nasal adj of or in or relating to the nose rhinal nasal adj sounding as if the nose were pinched pinched nasalis n proboscis monkeys nasally adv in a nasal manner nascence n the event of being born birth,nativity nascent adj being born or beginning dying nash n United States writer noted for his droll epigrams (1902-1971) nashville n capital of the state of Tennessee; located in the north central part of the state on the Cumberland River; known for country music nasopharynx n cavity forming the upper part of the pharynx nassau n the capital of the Bahamas nasser n Egyptian statesman who nationalized the Suez Canal (1918-1970) nasser n lake in Egypt formed by dams built on the Nile River at Aswan nast n United States political cartoonist (1840-1902) nastiness n a state characterized by foul or disgusting dirt and refuse filth,foulness nastiness n malevolence by virtue of being malicious or spiteful or nasty spite nastiness n the quality of being highly unpleasant niceness nasturtium n any tropical American plant of the genus Tropaeolum having pungent juice and long-spurred yellow to red flowers nasturtium n aquatic herbs nasturtium n flowers and seeds and leaves all used as flavorings nasty adj offensive or even (of persons) malicious awful nice nasty adj exasperatingly difficult to handle or circumvent tight nasty adj characterized by obscenity filthy,foul,smutty nasty adj disgustingly dirty; filled or smeared with offensive matter filthy,foul natal n a region of eastern South Africa on the Indian Ocean natal n a port city in northeastern Brazil natal adj relating to or accompanying birth natal adj of or relating to the buttocks natation n the act of someone who floats on the water floating natchez n a town in southwest Mississippi on the Mississippi River nation n a politically organized body of people under a single government state,country,land,commonwealth nation n the people who live in a nation or country land,country nation n United States prohibitionist who raided saloons and destroyed bottles of liquor with a hatchet (1846-1911) nation n a federation of tribes (especially Native American tribes) national n a person who owes allegiance to that nation subject national adj of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country national adj limited to or in the interests of a particular nation international national adj concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country local national adj owned or maintained for the public by the national government nationalism n love of country and willingness to sacrifice for it patriotism nationalism n the doctrine that your national culture and interests are superior to any other internationalism nationalism n the aspiration for national independence felt by people under foreign domination nationalism n the doctrine that nations should act independently (rather than collectively) to attain their goals internationalism nationalist n one who loves and defends his or her country patriot nationalist n an advocate of national independence of or a strong national government nationalist adj devotion to the interests or culture of a particular nation including promoting the interests of one country over those of others nationalistic nationalistic adj fanatically patriotic chauvinistic,jingoistic nationalistic adj devotion to the interests or culture of a particular nation including promoting the interests of one country over those of others nationalist nationality n people having common origins or traditions and often comprising a nation nationality n the status of belonging to a particular nation by birth or naturalization nationalization n the action of forming or becoming a nation nationalization n the action of rendering national in character nationalization n changing something from private to state ownership or control communization denationalization nationalize v put under state control or ownership denationalize nationalize v make national in character or scope nationally adv with regard to a nation taken as a whole nationally adv extending throughout an entire nation nationwide nationhood n the state of being a nation nationwide adj occurring or extending throughout a country or nation nationwide adv extending throughout an entire nation nationally native n an indigenous person who was born in a particular place aborigine,aboriginal native n a person born in a particular place or country native n indigenous plants and animals native adj characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin foreign native adj belonging to one by birth adopted native adj characteristic of or relating to people inhabiting a region from the beginning aboriginal nonnative native adj as found in nature in the elemental form nativism n the policy of perpetuating native cultures (in opposition to acculturation) nativism n (philosophy) the philosophical theory that some ideas are innate nativist n a philosopher who subscribes to nativism nativist adj advocating the perpetuation of native societies nativist adj of or relating to or advocating nativism nativity n the event of being born birth,nascence nativity n the theological doctrine that Jesus Christ had no human father; Christians believe that Jesus's birth fulfilled Old Testament prophecies and nato n an international organization created in 1949 by the North Atlantic Treaty for purposes of collective security natter v talk socially without exchanging too much information chat,confab,chitchat,chatter,chaffer,gossip,jaw,claver nattily adv in a natty manner; with smartness natty adj marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners dapper,dashing,jaunty,raffish,rakish,spiffy,snappy,spruce natural n someone regarded as certain to succeed natural n a notation cancelling a previous sharp or flat cancel natural n (craps) a first roll of 7 or 11 that immediately wins the stake natural adj in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature unnatural natural adj existing in or produced by nature; not artificial or imitation artificial natural adj existing in or in conformity with nature or the observable world; neither supernatural nor magical supernatural natural adj functioning or occurring in a normal way; lacking abnormalities or deficiencies naturalism n (philosophy) the doctrine that the world can be understood in scientific terms without recourse to spiritual or supernatural explanations naturalism n an artistic movement in 19th century France; artists and writers strove for detailed realistic and factual description realism naturalist n an advocate of the doctrine that the world can be understood in scientific terms naturalist n a biologist knowledgeable about natural history (especially botany and zoology) naturalistic adj representing what is real; not abstract or ideal realistic naturalization n the quality of being brought into conformity with nature naturalization n the proceeding whereby a foreigner is granted citizenship naturalization n the introduction of animals or plants to places where they flourish but are not indigenous naturalization n changing the pronunciation of a borrowed word to agree with the borrowers' phonology naturalize v make into a citizen naturalize v explain with reference to nature naturalize v adopt to another place naturalize v make more natural or lifelike naturalized adj introduced from another region and persisting without cultivation established naturalized adj planted so as to give an effect of wild growth naturally adv as might be expected course unnaturally naturally adv according to nature; by natural means; without artificial help artificially naturally adv through inherent nature naturally adv in a natural or normal manner unnaturally nature n the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized nature n a causal agent creating and controlling things in the universe nature n the natural physical world including plants and animals and landscapes etc. nature n the complex of emotional and intellectual attributes that determine a person's characteristic actions and reactions naught n a quantity of no importance nothing,nil,nix,nada,null,aught,cipher,cypher naught n complete failure naughty adj suggestive of sexual impropriety blue,juicy,racy,risque,spicy naughty adj badly behaved nauru n an island republic on Nauru Island; phosphate exports support the economy nauru n a small island in the central Pacific Ocean 2,800 miles to the southwest of Hawaii; in Micronesia to the west of the Gilbert Islands nausea n the state that precedes vomiting sickness nausea n disgust so strong it makes you feel sick nauseate v upset and make nauseated sicken nauseate v cause aversion in; offend the moral sense of disgust,revolt,sicken nauseated adj feeling nausea; feeling about to vomit nauseous,queasy,sick,sickish nauseating adj causing or able to cause nausea nauseous,noisome,queasy,loathsome,offensive,sickening,vile nauseous adj causing or able to cause nausea nauseating,noisome,queasy,loathsome,offensive,sickening,vile nauseous adj feeling nausea; feeling about to vomit nauseated,queasy,sick,sickish nautical adj relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen maritime,marine nautilus n a submarine that is propelled by nuclear power nautilus n cephalopod mollusk of warm seas whose females have delicate papery spiral shells argonaut nautilus n cephalopod of the Indian and Pacific oceans having a spiral shell with pale pearly partitions navajo n a member of an Athapaskan people that migrated to Arizona and New Mexico and Utah navajo n the Athapaskan language spoken by the Navaho naval adj connected with or belonging to or used in a navy nave n the central area of a church navel n a scar where the umbilical cord was attached navel n the center point or middle of something navigable adj able to be sailed on or through safely navigate v travel on water propelled by wind or by other means voyage,sail navigate v act as the navigator in a car, plane, or vessel and plan, direct, plot the path and position of the conveyance pilot navigate v direct carefully and safely navigation n the guidance of ships or airplanes from place to place pilotage,piloting navigation n ship traffic navigation n the work of a sailor sailing navigational adj of or relating to navigation navigator n the ship's officer in charge of navigation navigator n the member of an aircrew who is responsible for the aircraft's course navigator n in earlier times, a person who explored by ship navy n an organization of military vessels belonging to a country and available for sea warfare navy n a dark shade of blue navy n the navy of the United States of America; the agency that maintains and trains and equips combat-ready naval forces nawab n a governor in India during the Mogul empire nabob nay n a negative yea nay adv not this merely but also; not only so but naysayer n someone with an aggressively negative attitude nazarene n a member of a group of Jews who (during the early history of the Christian Church) accepted Jesus as the Messiah; they accepted the Gospel A nazarene n an early name for any Christian nazarene n an inhabitant of Nazareth nazarene adj of or relating to the Nazarenes or their religion nazarene adj of or relating to the town of Nazareth or its inhabitants nazareth n a historic town in northern Israel that is mentioned in the Gospels as the home of Joseph and Mary naze n a cape at the southern tip of Norway nazi n a German member of Adolf Hitler's political party nazi n derogatory term for a person who is fanatically dedicated to, or seeks to control, some activity, practice, etc. nazi adj relating to or consistent with or typical of the ideology and practice of Nazism or the Nazis nazi adj relating to a form of socialism nazism n a form of socialism featuring racism and expansionism and obedience to a strong leader ne n a colorless odorless gaseous element that give a red glow in a vacuum tube; one of the six inert gasses; occurs in the air in small amounts neon ne n the compass point midway between north and east; at 45 degrees northeast,northeastward ne n a midwestern state on the Great Plains nebraska ne'er adv not ever; at no time in the past or future never neanderthal n extinct robust human of Middle Paleolithic in Europe and western Asia neanderthal adj ill-mannered and coarse and contemptible in behavior or appearance boorish,loutish neanderthal adj relating to or belonging to or resembling Neanderthal man neap n a less than average tide occurring at the first and third quarters of the moon neapolitan n a native or inhabitant of Naples neapolitan adj of or relating to or characteristic of Naples or its people near v move towards approach near adj not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances close,nigh far near adj being on the left side nigh near adj closely resembling the genuine article near adj giving or spending with reluctance close,skinny near adv near in time or place or relationship nigh,close near adv (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but about,almost,most,nearly,nigh,virtually nearby adj close at hand nearby adv not far away in relative terms nearer adv (comparative of `near' or `close') within a shorter distance closer nearest adv (superlative of `near' or `close') within the shortest distance closest nearly adv (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but about,almost,most,near,nigh,virtually nearly adv in a close manner closely,intimately nearsighted adj unable to see distant objects clearly shortsighted,myopic farsighted nearsightedness n (ophthalmology) eyesight abnormality resulting from the eye's faulty refractive ability; distant objects appear blurred myopia,shortsightedness neat adj clean or organized orderly neat adj showing care in execution neat adj free from clumsiness; precisely or deftly executed clean neat adj superficially impressive, but lacking depth and attention to the true complexities of a subject facile,slick neaten v put (things or places) in order tidy,straighten neaten v care for one's external appearance groom neatly adv with neatness neatness n the state of being neat and smart and trim neatness n the trait of being neat and orderly neb n a long projecting or anterior elongation of an animal's head; especially the nose snout neb n horny projecting mouth of a bird beak,bill,nib,pecker nebraska n a midwestern state on the Great Plains ne nebraskan n a native or resident of Nebraska nebuchadnezzar n (Old Testament) king of Chaldea who captured and destroyed Jerusalem and exiled the Israelites to Babylonia (630?-562 BC) nebuchadnezzar n a very large wine bottle holding the equivalent of 20 normal bottles of wine; used especially for display nebula n a medicinal liquid preparation intended for use in an atomizer nebula n cloudiness of the urine nebula n an immense cloud of gas (mainly hydrogen) and dust in interstellar space nebula n (pathology) a faint cloudy spot on the cornea nebulizer n a dispenser that turns a liquid (such as perfume) into a fine mist atomizer,spray,sprayer nebulous adj lacking definite form or limits cloudy nebulous adj of or relating to or resembling a nebula nebulous adj lacking definition or definite content necessarily adv in an essential manner unnecessarily necessarily adv in such a manner as could not be otherwise inevitably,needs necessarily adv as a highly likely consequence necessary n anything indispensable necessity,essential,requirement,requisite necessary adj absolutely essential unnecessary necessary adj unavoidably determined by prior circumstances necessitate v require as useful, just, or proper ask,postulate,need,require,take,involve,demand obviate necessitate v cause to be a concomitant necessitous adj poor enough to need help from others destitute,impoverished,indigent,needy necessity n the condition of being essential or indispensable necessity n anything indispensable essential,requirement,requisite,necessary neck n the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body cervix neck n a narrow elongated projecting strip of land neck n a cut of meat from the neck of an animal neck n a narrow part of an artifact that resembles a neck in position or form neck v kiss, embrace, or fondle with sexual passion necked adj having a neck or having a neck especially as specified (often used in combination) neckless necker n a lover who necks necklace n jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women) neckless adj lacking or apparently lacking a neck necked neckline n the line formed by the edge of a garment around the neck necktie n neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front tie neckwear n articles of clothing worn about the neck necrology n a notice of someone's death; usually includes a short biography obituary,obit necrology n a list of people who died recently necrolysis n disintegration and dissolution of dead tissue necromancer n one who practices magic or sorcery sorcerer,magician,wizard,thaumaturge necromancer n one who practices divination by conjuring up the dead necromancy n the belief in magical spells that harness occult forces or evil spirits to produce unnatural effects in the world sorcery necromancy n conjuring up the dead, especially for prophesying necropolis n a tract of land used for burials cemetery,graveyard necrosis n the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply) mortification,gangrene nectar n a sweet liquid secretion that is attractive to pollinators nectar n fruit juice especially when undiluted nectar n (classical mythology) the food and drink of the gods; mortals who ate it became immortal ambrosia nee adj (meaning literally `born') used to indicate the maiden or family name of a married woman need n a condition requiring relief demand need n anything that is necessary but lacking want need n the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and motivation,motive need n a state of extreme poverty or destitution penury need v require as useful, just, or proper necessitate,ask,postulate,require,take,involve,demand need v have need of want,require need v have or feel a need for needed adj necessary for relief or supply needful,required,requisite needful adj necessary for relief or supply needed,required,requisite needle n the leaf of a conifer needle n a slender pointer for indicating the reading on the scale of a measuring instrument needle n a sharp pointed implement (usually steel) needle n a stylus that formerly made sound by following a groove in a phonograph record needle v annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism goad needle v prick with a needle needled adj of trees whose leaves are acerate needlefish n elongate European surface-dwelling predacious fishes with long toothed jaws; abundant in coastal waters gar,billfish needlefish n fish with long tubular snout and slim body covered with bony plates pipefish needlelike adj ending in a sharp point acute,sharp needlepoint n lace worked with a needle in a buttonhole stitch on a paper pattern needlepoint n embroidery consisting of allover embroidered canvas resembling tapestry needless adj unnecessary and unwarranted gratuitous needlessly adv without need needlework n a creation created or assembled by needle and thread needlework n work (such as sewing or embroidery) that is done with a needle needs adv in such a manner as could not be otherwise inevitably,necessarily needy n needy people collectively needy adj poor enough to need help from others destitute,impoverished,indigent,necessitous needy adj demanding or needing attention, affection, or reassurance to an excessive degree neel n French physicist noted for research on magnetism (born in 1904) nefarious adj extremely wicked villainous negate v be in contradiction with contradict,belie negate v deny the truth of contradict,contravene negate v prove negative; show to be false contradict affirm negate v make ineffective by counterbalancing the effect of neutralize,nullify negation n a negative statement; a statement that is a refusal or denial of some other statement negation n the speech act of negating negation n (logic) a proposition that is true if and only if another proposition is false negative n a reply of denial affirmative negative n a piece of photographic film showing an image with light and shade or colors reversed negative v vote against; refuse to endorse; refuse to assent veto,blackball negative adj characterized by or displaying negation or denial or opposition or resistance; having no positive features neutral,positive negative adj expressing or consisting of a negation or refusal or denial affirmative negative adj having the quality of something harmful or unpleasant negative adj not indicating the presence of microorganisms or disease or a specific condition positive negatively adv in a harmful manner negatively adv in a negative way negativism n characterized by habitual skepticism and a disagreeable tendency to deny or oppose or resist suggestions or commands negativity negativity n the character of the negative electric pole positivity negativity n characterized by habitual skepticism and a disagreeable tendency to deny or oppose or resist suggestions or commands negativism positivity negativity n an amount less than zero positivity negativity n (chemistry) the tendency of an atom or radical to attract electrons in the formation of an ionic bond negatron n an elementary particle with negative charge electron neglect n lack of attention and due care disregard neglect n the state of something that has been unused and neglected disuse neglect n willful lack of care and attention disregard neglect n the trait of neglecting responsibilities and lacking concern negligence neglect v leave undone or leave out omit,drop,miss,overlook,overleap neglect v fail to do something; leave something undone fail neglect v fail to attend to neglect v give little or no attention to ignore,disregard neglected adj disregarded ignored,unheeded neglected adj lacking a caretaker unattended neglectful adj not showing due care or attention inattentive neglectful adj failing in what duty requires derelict,delinquent,remiss negligence n failure to act with the prudence that a reasonable person would exercise under the same circumstances carelessness,neglect negligence n the trait of neglecting responsibilities and lacking concern neglect negligent adj characterized by neglect and undue lack of concern diligent negligently adv in a negligent manner negligible adj so small as to be meaningless; insignificant negligible adj not worth considering paltry,trifling negotiable adj capable of being passed or negotiated negotiable adj able to be negotiated or arranged by compromise negotiable adj legally transferable to the ownership of another assignable,transferable negotiate v discuss the terms of an arrangement negotiate v succeed in passing through, around, or over negotiation n a discussion intended to produce an agreement dialogue,talks negotiation n the activity or business of negotiating an agreement; coming to terms negotiator n someone who negotiates (confers with others in order to reach a settlement) treater negus n wine and hot water with sugar and lemon juice and nutmeg nehemiah n an Old Testament book telling how a Jewish official at the court of Artaxerxes I in 444 BC became a leader in rebuilding Jerusalem after the nehru n Indian statesman and leader with Gandhi in the struggle for home rule; was the first prime minister of the Republic of India from 1947 to 19 neigh n the characteristic sounds made by a horse nicker,whicker,whinny neigh v make a characteristic sound, of a horse nicker,whicker,whinny neighbor n a person who lives (or is located) near another neighbour neighbor n a nearby object of the same kind neighbour neighbor v live or be located as a neighbor neighbour neighbor v be located near or adjacent to neighbour neighborhood n a surrounding or nearby region vicinity,locality,neighbourhood neighborhood n people living near one another neighbourhood neighborhood n the approximate amount of something (usually used prepositionally as in `in the region of') region neighborhood n an area within a city or town that has some distinctive features (especially one forming a community) neighboring adj having a common boundary or edge; abutting; touching adjacent,contiguous neighborly adj exhibiting the qualities expected in a friendly neighbor neighbour n a person who lives (or is located) near another neighbor neighbour n a nearby object of the same kind neighbor neighbour v live or be located as a neighbor neighbor neighbour v be located near or adjacent to neighbor neighbourhood n a surrounding or nearby region vicinity,locality,neighborhood neighbourhood n people living near one another neighborhood neither adj not either; not one or the other nekton n the aggregate of actively swimming animals in a body of water ranging from microscopic organisms to whales nelson n English admiral who defeated the French fleets of Napoleon but was mortally wounded at Trafalgar (1758-1805) nelson n any of several wrestling holds in which an arm is passed under the opponent's arm from behind and the hand exerts pressure on the back of th nematode n unsegmented worms with elongated rounded body pointed at both ends; mostly free-living but some are parasitic roundworm nemesis n (Greek mythology) the goddess of divine retribution and vengeance nemesis n something causing misery or death bane,curse,scourge neo adj (used as a combining form) recent or new neoclassic adj characteristic of a revival of an earlier classical style neocolonialism n control by a powerful country of its former colonies (or other less developed countries) by economic pressures neolith n a stone tool from the Neolithic Age neolithic n latest part of the Stone Age beginning about 10,000 BC in the Middle East (but later elsewhere) neolithic adj of or relating to the most recent period of the Stone Age (following the mesolithic) neon n a colorless odorless gaseous element that give a red glow in a vacuum tube; one of the six inert gasses; occurs in the air in small amounts ne neonatal adj relating to or affecting the infant during the first month after birth neonate n a baby from birth to four weeks newborn neophyte n a plant that is found in an area where it had not been recorded previously neophyte n any new participant in some activity newcomer,fledgling,starter,freshman,newbie,entrant neophyte n a new convert being taught the principles of Christianity by a catechist neoplasm n an abnormal new mass of tissue that serves no purpose tumor neoplatonist n an adherent of Neoplatonism neoprene n a synthetic rubber that is resistant to oils and aging; used in waterproof products neotenic adj of or relating to or characterized by neoteny neoteny n an evolutionary trend to be born earlier so that development is cut off at an earlier stage and juvenile characteristics are retained in adu nepa n type genus of the Nepidae: typical elongate-oval water scorpions nepal n a small landlocked Asian country high in the Himalayas between India and China nepalese n a native or inhabitant of Nepal nepali nepalese adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of Nepal or its people or language or culture nepali nepali n a native or inhabitant of Nepal nepalese nepali n the official state language of Nepal nepali adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of Nepal or its people or language or culture nepalese nephew n a son of your brother or sister niece nephrite n an amphibole mineral consisting of calcium magnesium silicate in monoclinic crystalline form; a source of jade that is less valuable than fr nephron n any of the small tubules that are the excretory units of the vertebrate kidney nephrosis n a syndrome characterized by edema and large amounts of protein in the urine and usually increased blood cholesterol; usually associated with nephrosis n a disease affecting the kidneys nepotism n favoritism shown to relatives or close friends by those in power (as by giving them jobs) neptune n (Roman mythology) god of the sea; counterpart of Greek Poseidon neptune n a giant planet with a ring of ice particles; the 8th planet from the sun is the most remote of the gas giants neptunium n a radioactive transuranic metallic element; found in trace amounts in uranium ores; a by-product of the production of plutonium nerd n an insignificant student who is ridiculed as being affected or boringly studious swot,grind,dweeb nerd n an intelligent but single-minded expert in a particular technical field or profession neritic adj of or relating to the region of the sea over the continental shelf which is less than 200 meters deep neritic adj relating to the region of shallow water adjoining the seacoast nernst n German physicist and chemist who formulated the third law of thermodynamics (1864-1941) nero n Roman Emperor notorious for his monstrous vice and fantastic luxury (was said to have started a fire that destroyed much of Rome in 64) but neruda n Chilean poet (1904-1973) reyes nerve n any bundle of nerve fibers running to various organs and tissues of the body nerve n the courage to carry on heart,mettle,spunk nerve n impudent aggressiveness boldness,brass,face,cheek nerve v get ready for something difficult or unpleasant steel nerveless adj marked by calm self-control (especially in trying circumstances); unemotional cool nerveless adj lacking strength feeble nerves n an uneasy psychological state nervousness nerves n control of your emotions nervous adj easily agitated nervous adj causing or fraught with or showing anxiety anxious,queasy,uneasy nervous adj of or relating to the nervous system neural nervous adj excited in anticipation aflutter nervously adv in an anxiously nervous manner nervously adv with nervous excitement nervousness n the anxious feeling you have when you have the jitters restiveness nervousness n an uneasy psychological state nerves nervousness n a sensitive or highly strung temperament nervy adj being in a tense state edgy,jittery,jumpy,restive,uptight nervy adj showing or requiring courage and contempt of danger nervy adj offensively bold brash,cheeky nescience n ignorance (especially of orthodox beliefs) unknowing nescient adj holding that only material phenomena can be known and knowledge of spiritual matters or ultimate causes is impossible unbelieving nescient adj uneducated in general; lacking knowledge or sophistication ignorant ness n a strip of land projecting into a body of water cape nessie n a large aquatic animal supposed to resemble a serpent or plesiosaur of Loch Ness in Scotland nest n a structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young nest n a kind of gun emplacement nest n a cosy or secluded retreat nest n a gang of people (criminals or spies or terrorists) assembled in one locality nest v inhabit a nest, usually after building nest v fit together or fit inside nest v move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position cuddle,snuggle,nestle,nuzzle nest v gather nests nester n someone who settles lawfully on government land with the intent to acquire title to it squatter,homesteader nester n a bird that has built (or is building) a nest nestle n a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace cuddle,snuggle nestle v move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position cuddle,snuggle,nest,nuzzle nestle v lie in a sheltered position nestle v position comfortably snuggle nestled adj drawn or pressed close to someone or something for or as if for affection or protection snuggled nestling n young bird not yet fledged nestling n a young person of either sex child,kid,youngster,minor,shaver,nipper,tyke,fry nestor n (Greek mythology) a wise old counselor to the Greeks at Troy nestor n a genus of Psittacidae nestorian n a follower of Nestorius nestorian adj relating to Nestorius or Nestorianism nestorianism n the theological doctrine (named after Nestorius) that Christ is both the son of God and the man Jesus (which is opposed to Roman Catholic do net n a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmiss internet,cyberspace net n a trap made of netting to catch fish or birds or insects net n the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses) lucre,profit,profits,earnings net n a goal lined with netting (as in soccer or hockey) net v make as a net profit sack,clear net v yield as a net profit clear net v construct or form a web, as if by weaving web net v catch with a net net adj remaining after all deductions gross net adj conclusive in a process or progression final,last netball n a team game that resembles basketball; a soccer ball is to be thrown so that it passes through a ring on the top of a post nether adj lower nether adj dwelling beneath the surface of the earth nether adj located below or beneath something else under netherlander n a native or inhabitant of Holland dutchman,hollander netherlands n a constitutional monarchy in western Europe on the North Sea; half the country lies below sea level holland netherworld n (religion) the world of the dead hell,hades,underworld netlike adj having open interstices or resembling a web lacy,netted,webbed netted adj having open interstices or resembling a web lacy,netlike,webbed netting n a net of transparent fabric with a loose open weave gauze,veiling netting n creating nets nettle n any of numerous plants having stinging hairs that cause skin irritation on contact (especially of the genus Urtica or family Urticaceae) nettle v sting with or as with nettles and cause a stinging pain or sensation nettle v cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations annoy,rag,bother,irritate,rile,nark,gravel,vex nettled adj aroused to impatience or anger annoyed,irritated,miffed,peeved,pissed,riled,roiled,steamed nettlesome adj causing irritation or annoyance annoying,bothersome,galling,irritating,pesky,pestering,teasing,vexatious nettlesome adj easily irritated or annoyed cranky,fractious,irritable,peevish,peckish,petulant,scratchy,testy network n an interconnected system of things or people web network n (broadcasting) a communication system consisting of a group of broadcasting stations that all transmit the same programs network n an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals net,mesh,meshing network n a system of intersecting lines or channels network v communicate with and within a group neumann n United States mathematician who contributed to the development of atom bombs and of stored-program digital computers (1903-1957) neural adj of or relating to the nervous system nervous neural adj of or relating to neurons neuronal neurasthenia n nervous breakdown (not in technical use) neuroanatomy n the anatomy of the nervous system neurofibromatosis n autosomal dominant disease characterized by numerous neurofibromas and by spots on the skin and often by developmental abnormalities neurolinguistics n the branch of linguistics that studies the relation between language and the structure and function of the nervous system neurological adj of or relating to or used in or practicing neurology neurologist n a medical specialist in the nervous system and the disorders affecting it neurology n the branch of medical science that deals with the nervous system neurology n (neurology) the branch of medicine that deals with the nervous system and its disorders neuron n a cell that is specialized to conduct nerve impulses neuronal adj of or relating to neurons neural neuropathy n any pathology of the peripheral nerves neuroscience n the scientific study of the nervous system neurosis n a mental or personality disturbance not attributable to any known neurological or organic dysfunction neurosurgeon n someone who does surgery on the nervous system (especially the brain) neurosurgery n any surgery that involves the nervous system (brain or spinal cord or peripheral nerves) neurotic n a person suffering from neurosis neurotic adj characteristic of or affected by neurosis neurotic adj affected with emotional disorder neurotically adv in a neurotic manner neurotoxin n any toxin that affects neural tissues neuter n a gender that refers chiefly (but not exclusively) to inanimate objects (neither masculine nor feminine) neuter v remove the ovaries of alter,spay,castrate neuter adj of grammatical gender masculine,feminine neuter adj having no or imperfectly developed or nonfunctional sex organs sexless neutered adj having testicles or ovaries removed altered neutering n the sterilization of an animal fixing,altering neutral n one who does not side with any party in a war or dispute neutral adj having no personal preference impersonal neutral adj having only a limited ability to react chemically; chemically inactive inert,indifferent neutral adj not supporting or favoring either side in a war, dispute, or contest neutral adj possessing no distinctive quality or characteristics positive,negative neutralism n a policy of neutrality or nonalignment in international affairs neutralist n an advocate of neutrality in international affairs neutrality n nonparticipation in a dispute or war neutrality n tolerance attributable to a lack of involvement disinterest neutrality n pH value of 7 neutralization n action intended to keep a country politically neutral or exclude it from a possible war neutralization n a chemical reaction in which an acid and a base interact with the formation of a salt; with strong acids and bases the essential reaction is neutralization n (euphemism) the removal of a threat by killing or destroying it (especially in a covert operation or military operation) neutralization n action intended to nullify the effects of some previous action neutralize v make politically neutral and thus inoffensive neutralize v make ineffective by counterbalancing the effect of nullify,negate neutralize v oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions counteract,countervail,counterbalance neutralize v get rid of (someone who may be a threat) by killing liquidate,waste neutralized adj made neutral in some respect; deprived of distinctive characteristics neutrino n an elementary, electrically neutral particle with a very small mass neutron n an elementary particle with 0 charge and mass about equal to a proton; enters into the structure of the atomic nucleus nevada n a state in the western United States nevadan n a native or resident of Nevada neve n the upper part of a glacier (beyond the limit of perpetual snow) where the snow turns to ice never adv not ever; at no time in the past or future ne'er ever never adv not at all; certainly not; not in any circumstances nevermore adv at no time hereafter nevertheless adv despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession) however,withal,still,yet,nonetheless,notwithstanding nevus n a blemish on the skin that is formed before birth birthmark new adj not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered old new adj original and of a kind not seen before fresh,novel new adj lacking training or experience raw new adj having no previous example or precedent or parallel new adv very recently newly,freshly,fresh newark n the largest city in New Jersey; located in northeastern New Jersey newbie n any new participant in some activity newcomer,fledgling,starter,neophyte,freshman,entrant newborn n a baby from birth to four weeks neonate newborn adj recently born newborn adj having just or recently arisen or come into existence newcastle n a port city in northeastern England on the River Tyne; a center for coal exports (giving rise to the expression `carry coals to Newcastle' m newcomer n any new participant in some activity fledgling,starter,neophyte,freshman,newbie,entrant newcomer n a recent arrival newel n the post at the top or bottom of a flight of stairs; it supports the handrail newel n the central pillar of a circular staircase newfangled adj (of a new kind or fashion) gratuitously new newfound adj newly discovered newfoundland n a breed of very large heavy dogs with a thick coarse usually black coat; highly intelligent dogs and vigorous swimmers; developed in Newfoun newfoundland n an island in the north Atlantic newgate n a former prison in London notorious for its unsanitary conditions and burnt down in riots in 1780; a new prison was built on the same spot b newly adv very recently freshly,fresh,new newlywed n someone recently married honeymooner newman n United States film actor (born in 1925) newman n English prelate and theologian who (with John Keble and Edward Pusey) founded the Oxford movement; Newman later turned to Roman Catholicism newmarket n a long close-fitting coat worn for riding in the 19th century newmarket n a gambling card game in which chips are placed on the ace and king and queen and jack of separate suits (taken from a separate deck); a play michigan,chicago,boodle,stops newness n the quality of being new; the opposite of oldness newport n a port city in southeastern Wales newport n a resort city in southeastern Rhode Island; known for the summer homes of millionaires; important yachting center news n information about recent and important events intelligence,tidings,word news n information reported in a newspaper or news magazine news n a program devoted to current events, often using interviews and commentary news n informal information of any kind that is not previously known to someone newscast n a broadcast of news or commentary on the news newscaster n someone who broadcasts the news newsflash n a short news announcement concerning some on-going news story flash newsletter n report or open letter giving informal or confidential news of interest to a special group newsman n a person who investigates and reports or edits news stories reporter newspaper n a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements paper newspaper n a business firm that publishes newspapers paper newspaper n the physical object that is the product of a newspaper publisher paper newspaper n cheap paper made from wood pulp and used for printing newspapers newsprint newspaperman n a journalist employed to provide news stories for newspapers or broadcast media correspondent,pressman newsprint n cheap paper made from wood pulp and used for printing newspapers newspaper newsreel n a short film and commentary about current events newsroom n the staff of a newspaper or the news department of a periodical newsroom n an office in which news is processed by a newspaper or news agency or television or radio station newsroom n a reading room (in a library or club) where newspapers and other periodicals can be read newsstand n a stall where newspapers and other periodicals are sold newsworthy adj sufficiently interesting to be reported in a newspaper newsy adj full of news newsy adj prone to friendly informal communication chatty,gossipy newt n small usually bright-colored semiaquatic salamanders of North America and Europe and northern Asia triton newton n English mathematician and physicist; remembered for developing the calculus and for his law of gravitation and his three laws of motion (164 newton n a unit of force equal to the force that imparts an acceleration of 1 m/sec/sec to a mass of 1 kilogram; equal to 100,000 dynes n newtonian n a follower of Isaac Newton newtonian adj of or relating to or inspired by Sir Isaac Newton or his science next adj immediately following in time or order following next adj nearest in space or position; immediately adjoining without intervening space adjacent next adj (of elected officers) elected but not yet serving future,succeeding next adj (of a day of the week) nearest (or nearest but one) after the present moment next adv at the time or occasion immediately following nexus n the means of connection between things linked in series link nexus n a connected series or group ney n French marshal in the Napoleonic Wars (1769-1815) ng n one billionth (1/1,000,000,000) gram nga n a combat support agency that provides geographic intelligence in support of national security ngo n an organization that is not part of the local or state or federal government ngultrum n the basic unit of money in Bhutan ngwee n 100 ngwee equal 1 kwacha in Zambia ni n a hard malleable ductile silvery metallic element that is resistant to corrosion; used in alloys; occurs in pentlandite and smaltite and gar nickel niacin n a B vitamin essential for the normal function of the nervous system and the gastrointestinal tract niagara n waterfall in Canada is the Horseshoe Falls; in the United States it is the American Falls niagara n a river flowing from Lake Erie into Lake Ontario; forms boundary between Ontario and New York nib n the writing point of a pen nib n horny projecting mouth of a bird beak,bill,neb,pecker nibble n a small byte nibble n gentle biting nibble v bite off very small pieces nibble v bite gently nibble v eat intermittently; take small bites of pick,piece nicaragua n a republic in Central America; achieved independence from Spain in 1821 nicaraguan n a native or inhabitant of Nicaragua nicaraguan adj of or relating to Nicaragua or is people nice n a city in southeastern France on the Mediterranean; the leading resort on the French Riviera nice adj pleasant or pleasing or agreeable in nature or appearance nasty nice adj socially or conventionally correct; refined or virtuous decent nice adj done with delicacy and skill skillful nice adj excessively fastidious and easily disgusted dainty,prissy,squeamish nicely adv in a nice way niceness n a courteous manner that respects accepted social usage politeness niceness n the quality of nice nastiness niceness n the quality of being difficult to detect or analyze subtlety nicety n conformity with some esthetic standard of correctness or propriety rightness nicety n a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude nuance,shade,subtlety,refinement niche n a position particularly well suited to the person who occupies it niche n a small concavity recess,recession,corner niche n an enclosure that is set back or indented recess niche n (ecology) the status of an organism within its environment and community (affecting its survival as a species) nicholas n a bishop in Asia Minor who is associated with Santa Claus (4th century) nick n an impression in a surface (as made by a blow) dent,ding,gouge nick n (British slang) a prison nick n a small cut notch,snick nick v cut slightly, with a razor snick nick v cut a nick into chip nick v divide or reset the tail muscles of nick v mate successfully; of livestock nickel n a hard malleable ductile silvery metallic element that is resistant to corrosion; used in alloys; occurs in pentlandite and smaltite and gar ni nickel n a United States coin worth one twentieth of a dollar nickel n five dollars worth of a drug nickel v plate with nickel nickelodeon n a cabinet containing an automatic record player; records are played by inserting a coin jukebox nicker n the characteristic sounds made by a horse neigh,whicker,whinny nicker v make a characteristic sound, of a horse neigh,whicker,whinny nickname n a familiar name for a person (often a shortened version of a person's given name) moniker,sobriquet nickname n a descriptive name for a place or thing nickname v give a nickname to dub nicotine n an alkaloid poison that occurs in tobacco; used in medicine and as an insecticide nictate v briefly shut the eyes blink,wink niece n a daughter of your brother or sister nephew nielsen n Danish composer (1865-1931) nietzsche n influential German philosopher remembered for his concept of the superman and for his rejection of Christian values; considered, along with niff n an unpleasant smell pong nifty adj very good bully,corking,cracking,dandy,great,groovy,keen,neat niger n an African river; flows into the South Atlantic niger n a landlocked republic in West Africa; gained independence from France in 1960; most of the country is dominated by the Sahara Desert nigeria n a republic in West Africa on the Gulf of Guinea; gained independence from Britain in 1960; most populous African country nigerian n a native or inhabitant of Nigeria nigerian adj of or relating to Nigeria nigerian adj of or relating to the people of Nigeria niggle v worry unnecessarily or excessively fuss,fret niggle v argue over petty things quibble,bicker,squabble,brabble nigh adj not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances near,close nigh adj being on the left side near nigh adv near in time or place or relationship near,close nigh adv (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but about,almost,most,nearly,near,virtually night n the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside nighttime,dark day night n a period of ignorance or backwardness or gloom night n the period spent sleeping night n the dark part of the diurnal cycle considered a time unit nightcap n an alcoholic drink taken at bedtime; often alcoholic nightcap n a cloth cap worn in bed nightcap n the final game of a double header nightclothes n garments designed to be worn in bed nightwear nightclub n a spot that is open late at night and that provides entertainment (as singers or dancers) as well as dancing and food and drink cabaret,club nightdress n lingerie consisting of a loose dress designed to be worn in bed by women nightgown,gown,nightie nightfall n the time of day immediately following sunset twilight,dusk,gloaming,gloam,fall nightgown n lingerie consisting of a loose dress designed to be worn in bed by women gown,nightie,nightdress nighthawk n a person who likes to be active late at night nighthawk n mainly nocturnal North American goatsucker nightie n lingerie consisting of a loose dress designed to be worn in bed by women nightgown,gown,nightdress nightingale n European songbird noted for its melodious nocturnal song nightingale n English nurse remembered for her work during the Crimean War (1820-1910) nightjar n mainly crepuscular or nocturnal nonpasserine birds with mottled greyish-brown plumage and large eyes; feed on insects nightlife n the entertainment available to people seeking nighttime diversion nightlife n the activity of people seeking nighttime diversion (as at the theater, a nightclub, etc.) nightly adj happening every night nightly adv at the end of each day nightmare n a situation resembling a terrifying dream incubus nightmare n a terrifying or deeply upsetting dream nightmarish adj extremely alarming nightshade n any of numerous shrubs or herbs or vines of the genus Solanum; most are poisonous though many bear edible fruit nightshirt n nightclothes worn by men nightstick n a short stout club used primarily by policemen truncheon,baton,billy nighttime n the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside night,dark nightwear n garments designed to be worn in bed nightclothes nihilism n a revolutionary doctrine that advocates destruction of the social system for its own sake nihilism n the delusion that things (or everything, including the self) do not exist; a sense that everything is unreal nihilism n complete denial of all established authority and institutions nike n (Greek mythology) winged goddess of victory; identified with Roman Victoria nil n a quantity of no importance nothing,nix,nada,null,aught,cipher,cypher,naught nile n the world's longest river (4150 miles); flows northward through eastern Africa into the Mediterranean; the Nile River valley in Egypt was th nilgai n large Indian antelope; male is blue-grey with white markings; female is brownish with no horns nilpotent adj equal to zero when raised to a certain power nilsson n Swedish operatic soprano who played Wagnerian roles (born in 1918) nim n game in which matchsticks are arranged in rows and players alternately remove one or more of them; in some versions the object is to take th nimble adj moving quickly and lightly agile,quick,spry nimble adj mentally quick agile nimbleness n intelligence as revealed by quickness and alertness of mind nimbleness n the gracefulness of a person or animal that is quick and nimble agility,lightness nimbly adv in a nimble or agile manner; with quickness and lightness and ease nimbus n a dark grey cloud bearing rain nimbus n an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint aura,aureole,halo,glory nimrod n (Old Testament) a famous hunter nina n the Babylonian goddess of the watery deep and daughter of Ea nincompoop n a stupid foolish person poop,ninny nine n the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one niner nine n a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together club nine n one of four playing cards in a deck with nine pips on the face nine adj denoting a quantity consisting of one more than eight and one less than ten ninefold adj having nine units or components ninefold adv by a factor of nine niner n the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one nine nineteen n the cardinal number that is the sum of eighteen and one nineteen adj being one more than eighteen nineteenth n position 19 in a countable series of things nineteenth adj coming next after the eighteenth in position nineties n the decade from 1890 to 1899 nineties n the decade from 1990 to 1999 nineties n the time of life between 90 and 100 ninetieth n position 90 in a countable series of things ninetieth adj the ordinal number of ninety in counting order ninety n the cardinal number that is the product of ten and nine ninety adj being ten more than eighty ninja n a member of the ninja who were trained in martial arts and hired for espionage or sabotage or assassinations; a person skilled in ninjutsu ninja n a class of 14th century Japanese who were trained in martial arts and were hired for espionage and assassinations ninny n a stupid foolish person nincompoop,poop ninon n a fine strong sheer silky fabric made of silk or rayon or nylon ninth n position nine in a countable series of things ninth n one part in nine equal parts ninth adj coming next after the eighth and just before the tenth in position niobe n (Greek mythology) the daughter of Tantalus whose boasting about her children provoked Apollo and Artemis to slay them all; Niobe was turned niobite n a black mineral that is an ore of niobium and tantalum niobium n a soft grey ductile metallic element used in alloys; occurs in niobite; formerly called columbium nip n a small drink of liquor shot nip n (offensive slang) offensive term for a person of Japanese descent nip n the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth relish,flavor,savor,savour,smack,tang nip n the property of being moderately cold coolness nip v squeeze tightly between the fingers pinch,squeeze,twinge,tweet,twitch nip v give a small sharp bite to nip v sever or remove by pinching or snipping clip,snip nipa n monotypic genus of palms of Australasia nipa n made from sap of the Australasian nipa palm nipper n a young person of either sex child,kid,youngster,minor,shaver,tyke,fry,nestling nipper n a grasping structure on the limb of a crustacean or other arthropods claw,chela,pincer nipping adj capable of wounding barbed,biting,pungent nipping adj pleasantly cold and invigorating crisp,frosty,nippy,snappy nipple n the small projection of a mammary gland pap,teat,tit nipple n a flexible cap on a baby's feeding bottle or pacifier nippon n a constitutional monarchy occupying the Japanese Archipelago; a world leader in electronics and automobile manufacture and ship building japan nippy adj a sharp biting taste nippy adj pleasantly cold and invigorating crisp,frosty,nipping,snappy nirvana n (Hinduism and Buddhism) the beatitude that transcends the cycle of reincarnation; characterized by the extinction of desire and suffering an enlightenment nirvana n any place of complete bliss and delight and peace eden,paradise,heaven nisan n the seventh month of the civil year; the first month of the ecclesiastic year (in March and April) nissan nisei n a person born in the United States of parents who emigrated from Japan nissan n the seventh month of the civil year; the first month of the ecclesiastic year (in March and April) nisan nisus n an effortful attempt to attain a goal striving,pains,strain nit n a luminance unit equal to 1 candle per square meter measured perpendicular to the rays from the source nit n egg or young of an insect parasitic on mammals especially a sucking louse; often attached to a hair or item of clothing nitpicker n someone who makes small and unjustified criticisms nitrate n any compound containing the nitrate group (such as a salt or ester of nitric acid) nitrate v treat with nitric acid, so as to change an organic compound into a nitrate nitric adj of or containing nitrogen nitrous nitride n a compound containing nitrogen and a more electropositive element (such as phosphorus or a metal) nitrile n any of a class of organic compounds containing the cyano radical -CN cyanide nitrite n the radical -NO2 or any compound containing it (such as a salt or ester of nitrous acid) nitrocellulose n a nitric acid ester; used in lacquers and explosives guncotton nitrogen n a common nonmetallic element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless inert diatomic gas; constitutes 78 percent of the atmosphere by n nitrogenous adj of or relating to or containing nitrogen nitroglycerin n a heavy yellow poisonous oily explosive liquid obtained by nitrating glycerol; used in making explosives and medically as a vasodilator (tra nitrous adj of or containing nitrogen nitric nitwit n a stupid incompetent person dimwit,doofus nix n a quantity of no importance nothing,nil,nada,null,aught,cipher,cypher,naught nix v command against forbid,prohibit,interdict,proscribe,veto,disallow nixon n vice president under Eisenhower and 37th President of the United States; resigned after the Watergate scandal in 1974 (1913-1994) no n a negative yes no n a radioactive transuranic element synthesized by bombarding curium with carbon ions; 7 isotopes are known nobelium no adj (quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns for indicating a complete or almost complete lack or zero quantity of all,some no adv referring to the degree to which a certain quality is present no adv not in any degree or manner; not at all no adv used to express refusal or denial or disagreement etc or especially to emphasize a negative statement noah n the Hebrew patriarch who saved himself and his family and the animals by building an ark in which they survived 40 days and 40 nights of rai nob n informal term for an upper-class or wealthy person toff nobel n Swedish chemist remembered for his invention of dynamite and for the bequest that created the Nobel prizes (1833-1896) nobelium n a radioactive transuranic element synthesized by bombarding curium with carbon ions; 7 isotopes are known no nobility n a privileged class holding hereditary titles aristocracy nobility n the quality of elevation of mind and exaltation of character or ideals or conduct nobleness,grandeur nobility n the state of being of noble birth noblesse noble n a titled peer of the realm lord,nobleman noble adj impressive in appearance imposing,stately noble adj of or belonging to or constituting the hereditary aristocracy especially as derived from feudal times lowborn noble adj having or showing or indicative of high or elevated character ignoble noble adj inert especially toward oxygen nobleman n a titled peer of the realm lord,noble noblewoman nobleness n the quality of elevation of mind and exaltation of character or ideals or conduct nobility,grandeur noblesse n the state of being of noble birth nobility noblesse n members of the nobility (especially of the French nobility) noblewoman n a woman of the peerage in Britain lady nobleman nobly adv in a noble manner nobody n a person of no influence cipher,cypher,nonentity nocent adj having a tendency to cause harm nock v make small marks into the surface of score,mark nocturnal adj belonging to or active during the night diurnal nocturnal adj of or relating to or occurring in the night nocturne n a pensive lyrical piece of music (especially for the piano) nod n a sign of assent or salutation or command nod n the act of nodding the head nod v express or signify by nodding nod v lower and raise the head, as to indicate assent or agreement or confirmation nod v let the head fall forward through drowsiness nod v sway gently back and forth, as in a nodding motion nodding adj having branches or flower heads that bend downward drooping,pendulous,weeping node n a connecting point at which several lines come together node n any thickened enlargement knob,thickening node n (botany) the small swelling that is the part of a plant stem from which one or more leaves emerge node n (physics) the point of minimum displacement in a periodic system nodular adj relating to or characterized by or having nodules nodular adj having nodules or occurring in the form of nodules nodule n a small node nodule n small rounded wartlike protuberance on a plant tubercle nodule n (mineralogy) a small rounded lump of mineral substance (usually harder than the surrounding rock or sediment) noel n period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6 christmas,christmastime,yule,yuletide nog n a wooden pin pushed or driven into a surface peg nog n a wooden block built into a masonry wall so that joinery structure can be nailed to it nogales n a town in Arizona on the Mexican border opposite Nogales, Mexico nogales n a town in northern Mexico on the border of Arizona noggin n informal terms for a human head attic,bean,bonce,noodle,dome noise n sound of any kind (especially unintelligible or dissonant sound) noise n the auditory experience of sound that lacks musical quality; sound that is a disagreeable auditory experience dissonance,racket noise n electrical or acoustic activity that can disturb communication interference,disturbance noise n a loud outcry of protest or complaint noise v emit a noise resound noisily adv with much noise or loud and unpleasant sound quietly noisome adj causing or able to cause nausea nauseating,nauseous,queasy,loathsome,offensive,sickening,vile noisome adj offensively malodorous fetid,foul,funky,smelly,stinking noisy adj full of or characterized by loud and nonmusical sounds quiet noisy adj attracting attention by showiness or bright colors noma n acute ulceration of the mucous membranes of the mouth or genitals; often seen in undernourished children nomad n a member of a people who have no permanent home but move about according to the seasons nomadic adj migratory mobile,peregrine,roving,wandering nombril n the center point on a shield nome n a town in western Alaska on the southern coast of the Seward Peninsula; an important center of an Alaskan gold rush at the beginning of the nomenclature n a system of words used to name things in a particular discipline terminology,language nominal n a phrase that can function as the subject or object of a verb nominal adj relating to or constituting or bearing or giving a name nominal adj insignificantly small; a matter of form only (`tokenish' is informal) token nominal adj pertaining to a noun or to a word group that functions as a noun nominal adj of, relating to, or characteristic of an amount that is not adjusted for inflation real nominally adv in name only nominate v propose as a candidate for some honor nominate v put forward; nominate for appointment to an office or for an honor or position propose nominate v charge with a function; charge to be name,make nominate v create and charge with a task or function appoint,name,constitute nominated adj appointed by nomination nominative nomination n the act of officially naming a candidate nomination n the condition of having been proposed as a suitable candidate for appointment or election nomination n an address (usually at a political convention) proposing the name of a candidate to run for election nominative n the category of nouns serving as the grammatical subject of a verb oblique nominative adj serving as or indicating the subject of a verb and words identified with the subject of a copular verb nominative adj named; bearing the name of a specific person nominal nominative adj appointed by nomination nominated nominee n a politician who is running for public office campaigner,candidate non adv negation of a word or group of words not nonage n any age prior to the legal age minority nonaggression n a policy of not initiating hostilities nonalcoholic adj characterized by the absence of alcohol alcoholic nonbeliever n someone who refuses to believe (as in a divinity) nonce n the present occasion nonchalance n the trait of remaining calm and seeming not to care; a casual lack of concern unconcern,indifference nonchalant adj marked by blithe unconcern casual,insouciant nonchalantly adv in a composed and unconcerned manner coolly nonchalantly adv in an unconcerned manner casually nonclassical adj not classical classical noncombatant n a member of the armed forces who does not participate in combat (e.g. a chaplain or surgeon) noncombatant adj used of civilians in time of war noncombatant adj member of armed forces whose duties do not include fighting as e.g. a chaplain or surgeon noncommercial adj not connected with or engaged in commercial enterprises commercial noncommittal adj refusing to bind oneself to a particular course of action or view or the like noncompetitive adj not involving competition or competitiveness competitive noncompliance n the failure to obey disobedience compliance nonconformist n a Protestant in England who is not a member of the Church of England anglican nonconformist n someone who refuses to conform to established standards of conduct conformist nonconformist adj not conforming to some norm or socially approved pattern of behavior or thought conformist nonconformist adj not conforming to established customs or doctrines especially in religion nonconformity n lack of harmony or correspondence nonconformity n a lack of orthodoxy in thoughts or beliefs conformity nonconformity n unorthodoxy as a consequence of not conforming to expected standards or values nonconformity n failure to conform to accepted standards of behavior conformity noncontroversial adj not likely to arouse controversy uncontroversial nondescript n a person is not easily classified and not very interesting nondescript adj lacking distinct or individual characteristics; dull and uninteresting none n a canonical hour that is the ninth hour of the day counting from sunrise none n a service in the Roman Catholic Church formerly read or chanted at 3 PM (the ninth hour counting from sunrise) but now somewhat earlier none adj not any none adv not at all or in no way nonentity n the state of not existing nonentity n a person of no influence cipher,cypher,nobody nones n the fifth of the seven canonical hours; about 3 p.m. nonessential n anything that is not essential nonessential adj not of prime or central importance incidental,accidental nonesuch n model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal ideal,paragon,saint,apotheosis nonetheless adv despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession) however,nevertheless,withal,still,yet,notwithstanding nonexistent adj not having existence or being or actuality existent nonfat adj without fat or fat solids fatless fatty nonfatal adj not bringing death fatal nonfiction n prose writing that is not fictional nonfinancial adj not involving financial matters financial nonhuman adj not human; not belonging to or produced by or appropriate to human beings human noninterference n a foreign policy of staying out of other countries' disputes nonintervention interference nonintervention n a foreign policy of staying out of other countries' disputes noninterference intervention nonlinear adj designating or involving an equation whose terms are not of the first degree linear nonliterary adj marked by lack of affectation or pedantry nonmember n a person who is not a member member nonmilitary adj not associated with soldiers or the military nonnative adj not being or composed of aborigines native nonnative adj of persons born in another area or country than that lived in nonnative adj of plants or animals originating in a part of the world other than where they are growing nonpartisan n a person who is nonpartisan partisan nonpartisan adj free from party affiliation or bias partisan nonpayment n act of failing to meet a financial obligation default nonpayment n loss resulting from failure of a debt to be paid default payment nonpayment n the deliberate act of failing to pay money evasion payment nonperson n a person regarded as nonexistent and having no rights; a person whose existence is systematically ignored (especially for ideological or pol nonplus v be a mystery or bewildering to perplex,vex,stick,get,puzzle,mystify,baffle,beat nonplussed adj filled with bewilderment puzzled nonpoisonous adj not producing poison nonpoisonous adj safe to eat nontoxic nonpolitical adj not political political nonproductive adj not directly productive nonprofessional adj not professional; not engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or for gain professional nonprofit n an organization chartered for other than profit-making activities nonprofit adj not commercially motivated nonpublic adj not invested with or related to prominent position or status etc. nonracial adj not racial; having nothing to do with race or races racial nonrandom adj not random random nonrenewable adj that can not be renewed nonresident n someone who does not live in a particular place resident nonresident adj not living in a particular place or owned by permanent residents resident nonresidential adj not residential residential nonsectarian adj not restricted to one sect or school or party sectarian nonsense n a message that seems to convey no meaning bunk,meaninglessness,hokum nonsense n ornamental objects of no great value frill nonsense adj having no intelligible meaning nonsensical nonsensical adj so unreasonable as to invite derision absurd,cockeyed,idiotic,laughable,ludicrous,preposterous,ridiculous nonsensical adj having no intelligible meaning nonsense nonsmoker n a person who does not smoke tobacco smoker nonsmoker n a passenger car for passengers who want to avoid tobacco smoke nonspecific adj not caused by a specific agent; used also of staining in making microscope slides specific nonstandard adj not conforming to the language usage of a prestige group within a community standard nonstandard adj varying from or not adhering to a standard standard nonstandard adj not standard; not accepted as a model of excellence standard nonstarter n a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently failure,loser nonstarter n a horse that fails to run in a race for which it has been entered nonstop n a flight made without intermediate stops between source and destination nonstop adj (of a journey especially a flight) occurring without stops nonstop adj at all times nonstop adv without stopping nonsurgical adj not surgical surgical nontaxable adj (of goods or funds) not subject to taxation exempt taxable nontechnical adj not characteristic of or skilled in applied arts and sciences technical nontoxic adj not producing or resulting from poison toxic nontoxic adj safe to eat nonpoisonous nontraditional adj not conforming to or in accord with tradition untraditional traditional nontransferable adj incapable of being transferred nonunion adj not belonging to or not allowing affiliation with a trade union union nonverbal adj being other than verbal communication nonverbal adj lacking verbal skill nonverbal adj involving little use of language nonviable adj not capable of living or developing successfully nonviolence n peaceful resistance to a government by fasting or refusing to cooperate nonviolent adj abstaining (on principle) from the use of violence violent nonviolent adj achieved without bloodshed nonvolatile adj not volatilizing readily volatile noodle n a ribbonlike strip of pasta noodle n informal terms for a human head attic,bean,bonce,noggin,dome nook n a sheltered and secluded place nook n an interior angle formed by two meeting walls corner noon n the middle of the day midday,noonday noonday n the middle of the day noon,midday noose n a trap for birds or small mammals; often has a slip noose snare,gin noose n a loop formed in a cord or rope by means of a slipknot; it binds tighter as the cord or rope is pulled noose v make a noose in or of noose v secure with a noose noradrenaline n a catecholamine precursor of epinephrine that is secreted by the adrenal medulla and also released at synapses norepinephrine nordic n the northern family of Germanic languages that are spoken in Scandinavia and Iceland scandinavian,norse nordic adj of or relating to or constituting the Scandinavian group of languages nordic adj relating to Germany and Scandinavia nordic adj resembling peoples of Scandinavia norepinephrine n a catecholamine precursor of epinephrine that is secreted by the adrenal medulla and also released at synapses noradrenaline norfolk n port city located in southeastern Virginia on the Elizabeth River at the mouth of Chesapeake Bay; headquarters of the Atlantic fleet of the norm n a standard or model or pattern regarded as typical norm n a statistic describing the location of a distribution average norma n a small constellation in the southern hemisphere near Lupus and Ara in the Milky Way normal n something regarded as a normative example convention,pattern,rule,formula normal adj conforming with or constituting a norm or standard or level or type or social norm; not abnormal abnormal normal adj in accordance with scientific laws paranormal normal adj being approximately average or within certain limits in e.g. intelligence and development abnormal normal adj forming a right angle normalcy n being within certain limits that define the range of normal functioning normality normalcy n expectedness as a consequence of being usual or regular or common normality normality n being within certain limits that define the range of normal functioning normalcy abnormality normality n (of a solution) concentration expressed in gram equivalents of solute per liter n normality n expectedness as a consequence of being usual or regular or common normalcy normality n conformity with the norm normalization n the imposition of standards or regulations standardization normalize v become normal or return to its normal state normalize v make normal or cause to conform to a norm or standard normalize v bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling anneal,temper normally adv under normal conditions usually,commonly,ordinarily norman n United States operatic soprano (born in 1945) norman n Australian golfer (born in 1955) norman n an inhabitant of Normandy norman adj of or relating to or characteristic of Normandy norman adj of or relating to or characteristic of the Normans normandie n a former province of northwestern France on the English channel; divided into Haute-Normandie and Basse-Normandie normandy normandy n a former province of northwestern France on the English channel; divided into Haute-Normandie and Basse-Normandie normandie normative adj relating to or dealing with norms normative adj pertaining to giving directives or rules norris n United States writer (1870-1902) norse n an inhabitant of Scandinavia scandinavian norse n a native or inhabitant of Norway norwegian norse n the northern family of Germanic languages that are spoken in Scandinavia and Iceland scandinavian,nordic norse adj of or relating to Scandinavia or its peoples or cultures scandinavian norse adj of or relating to Norway or its people or culture or language norwegian north n the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line north n the United States (especially the northern states during the American Civil War) union north n the cardinal compass point that is at 0 or 360 degrees northward,n north n a location in the northern part of a country, region, or city north adj situated in or facing or moving toward or coming from the north south north adv in a northern direction northerly,northward northbound adj moving toward the north northward northeast n the compass point midway between north and east; at 45 degrees northeastward,ne northeast n the northeastern region of the United States northeast n the direction corresponding to the northeastward compass point northeast n a location in the northeastern part of a country, region, or city northeast adj situated in or oriented toward the northeast northeastern,northeasterly northeast adj coming from the northeast northeasterly northeast adv to, toward, or in the northeast northeasterly adj coming from the northeast northeast northeasterly adj situated in or oriented toward the northeast northeastern,northeast northeastern adj situated in or oriented toward the northeast northeasterly,northeast northeastern adj of a region of the United States generally including the New England states; New York; and sometimes New Jersey and Pennsylvania northeastward n the compass point midway between north and east; at 45 degrees northeast,ne northeastward adj toward the northeast northeastward adv in a northeastward direction norther n a wind that blows from the north northerly northerly n a wind that blows from the north norther northerly adj situated in or oriented toward the north northern northerly adj coming from the north; used especially of wind northern northerly adv in a northern direction north,northward northern n a dialect of Middle English that developed into Scottish Lallans northern adj in or characteristic of a region of the United States north of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line southern northern adj situated in or oriented toward the north northerly northern adj coming from the north; used especially of wind northerly northern adj situated in or coming from regions of the north southern northerner n an inhabitant of the North northerner n an American who lives in the North (especially during the American Civil War) yankee,yank northernmost adj situated farthest north northland n any region lying in or toward the north northumberland n the northernmost county of England; has many Roman remains (including Hadrian's Wall) northumbria n an Anglo-Saxon kingdom in northern England until 876 northward n the cardinal compass point that is at 0 or 360 degrees north,n northward adj moving toward the north northbound northward adv in a northern direction north,northerly northwest n the northwestern region of the United States northwest n the direction corresponding to the northwestward compass point northwest n the compass point midway between north and west; at 315 degrees northwest n a location in the northwestern part of a country, region, or city northwest adj situated in or oriented toward the northwest northwestern,northwesterly northwest adj coming from the northwest northwesterly northwest adv to, toward, or in the northwest northwesterly adj coming from the northwest northwest northwesterly adj situated in or oriented toward the northwest northwestern,northwest northwestern adj situated in or oriented toward the northwest northwesterly,northwest northwestern adj of a region of the United States generally including Washington; Oregon; Idaho; and sometimes Montana; Wyoming norway n a constitutional monarchy in northern Europe on the western side of the Scandinavian Peninsula; achieved independence from Sweden in 1905 norwegian n a native or inhabitant of Norway norse norwegian n a Scandinavian language that is spoken in Norway norwegian adj of or relating to Norway or its people or culture or language norse nose n the organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract; the prominent part of the face of man or other mammals nose n a front that resembles a human nose (especially the front of an aircraft) nose n the front or forward projection of a tool or weapon nose n a small distance nose v search or inquire in a meddlesome way intrude,pry,poke nose v advance the forward part of with caution nose v catch the scent of; get wind of scent,wind nose v push or move with the nose nosebleed n bleeding from the nose nosed adj having a nose (either literal or metaphoric) especially of a specified kind nosedive n a sudden sharp drop or rapid decline nosedive n a steep nose-down descent by an aircraft dive nosedive v plunge nose first; drop with the nose or front first, of aircraft nosegay n an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present bouquet,corsage nosey adj offensively curious or inquisitive nosy,prying,snoopy nosh n (Yiddish) a snack or light meal nosh v eat a snack; eat lightly snack nostalgia n longing for something past nostalgic adj unhappy about being away and longing for familiar things or persons nostradamus n French astrologer who wrote cryptic predictions whose interpretations are still being debated (1503-1566) nostril n either one of the two external openings to the nasal cavity in the nose nostrum n hypothetical remedy for all ills or diseases; once sought by the alchemists panacea nostrum n patent medicine whose efficacy is questionable nosy adj offensively curious or inquisitive nosey,prying,snoopy not adv negation of a word or group of words non notability n a celebrity who is an inspiration to others luminary,notable notable n a celebrity who is an inspiration to others luminary,notability notable adj widely known and esteemed celebrated,famed,famous,illustrious,noted,renowned notable adj worthy of attention because interesting, significant, or unusual noteworthy,remarkable notably adv especially; in particular notably adv to a remarkable degree or extent unusually,remarkably notary n someone legally empowered to witness signatures and certify a document's validity and to take depositions notate v put into notation, as of music or choreography notation n a technical system of symbols used to represent special things notation n a comment or instruction (usually added) note,annotation notation n the activity of representing something by a special system of marks or characters notch n a V-shaped indentation notch n the location in a range of mountains of a geological formation that is lower than the surrounding peaks pass notch n a V-shaped or U-shaped indentation carved or scratched into a surface notch n a small cut nick,snick notch v cut or make a notch into notch v notch a surface to record something notched adj notched like a saw with teeth pointing toward the apex serrate,serrated,toothed notched adj having an irregularly notched or toothed margin as though gnawed jagged,toothed note n a brief written record note n a short personal letter line,billet note n a notation representing the pitch and duration of a musical sound tone note n a tone of voice that shows what the speaker is feeling note v make mention of observe,mention,remark note v notice or perceive notice,mark note v observe with care or pay close attention to observe note v make a written note of notebook n a book with blank pages for recording notes or memoranda notebook n a small compact portable computer noted adj widely known and esteemed celebrated,famed,famous,illustrious,notable,renowned notepad n a pad of paper for keeping notes noteworthy adj worthy of attention because interesting, significant, or unusual remarkable,notable nothing n a quantity of no importance nil,nix,nada,null,aught,cipher,cypher,naught nothing adv in no respect; to no degree nothingness n the state of nonexistence void nothingness n empty rhetoric or insincere or exaggerated talk wind,malarkey,jazz nothings n inconsequential conversation notice n an announcement containing information about an event notice n the act of noticing or paying attention observation,observance notice n a request for payment notification notice n advance notification (usually written) of the intention to withdraw from an arrangement of contract notice v discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of detect,observe,find,discover notice v notice or perceive mark,note ignore notice v make or write a comment on comment,remark notice v express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with acknowledge noticeable adj capable or worthy of being noticed noticeable adj capable of being detected detectable noticeably adv in a noticeable manner noticed adj being perceived or observed unnoticed notification n an accusation of crime made by a grand jury on its own initiative presentment notification n informing by words telling notification n a request for payment notice notify v inform (somebody) of something advise,apprise notion n a vague idea in which some confidence is placed impression,feeling,belief,opinion notion n a general inclusive concept notion n an odd or fanciful or capricious idea whim,whimsy notion n (usually plural) small personal articles or clothing or sewing items notional adj not based on fact; existing only in the imagination fanciful,imaginary notional adj not based on fact or investigation speculative notional adj indulging in or influenced by fancy fanciful notional adj being of the nature of a notion or concept conceptional notochord n a flexible rodlike structure that forms the supporting axis of the body in the lowest chordates and lowest vertebrates and in embryos of hig notoriety n the state of being known for some unfavorable act or quality notorious adj known widely and usually unfavorably infamous notoriously adv to a notorious degree notwithstanding adv despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession) however,nevertheless,withal,still,yet,nonetheless nougat n nuts or fruit pieces in a sugar paste nought n a mathematical element that when added to another number yields the same number zero,cipher,cypher noun n a content word that can be used to refer to a person, place, thing, quality, or action noun n the word class that can serve as the subject or object of a verb, the object of a preposition, or in apposition nourish v provide with nourishment nurture,sustain nourish v give nourishment to nourished adj being provided with adequate nourishment malnourished nourishing adj of or providing nourishment alimentary,nutrient,nutritious,nutritive nourishment n a source of materials to nourish the body nutrition,sustenance,victuals nourishment n the act of nourishing nous n common sense nous n that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason mind,head,brain,psyche nova n a star that ejects some of its material in the form of a cloud and becomes more luminous in the process novel n an extended fictional work in prose; usually in the form of a story novel n a printed and bound book that is an extended work of fiction novel adj original and of a kind not seen before fresh,new novel adj pleasantly new or different refreshing novelist n one who writes novels novella n a short novel novelty n originality by virtue of being refreshingly novel freshness novelty n originality by virtue of being new and surprising freshness novelty n a small inexpensive mass-produced article knickknack novelty n cheap showy jewelry or ornament on clothing bangle,bauble,gaud,gewgaw,trinket november n the month following October and preceding December novice n someone who has entered a religious order but has not taken final vows novice n someone new to a field or activity beginner,initiate now n the momentary present now adv in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events now adv in these times nowadays,today now adv used to preface a command or reproof or request now adv at the present moment nowadays n the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech present nowadays adv in these times now,today nowhere n an insignificant place nowhere adv not anywhere; in or at or to no place nowise adv in no manner noxious adj injurious to physical or mental health innocuous noyes n English poet (1880-1958) nozzle n a projecting spout from which a fluid is discharged nose nozzle n informal terms for the nose beak,hooter,snoot,snout nsa n the United States cryptologic organization that coordinates and directs highly specialized activities to protect United States information s nth adj last or greatest in an indefinitely large series nu n the 13th letter of the Greek alphabet nuance n a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude nicety,shade,subtlety,refinement nub n a small lump or protuberance nubble nub n a small piece stub nub n the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience kernel,substance,core,center,centre,essence,gist,heart nubbin n a small nub (especially an undeveloped fruit or ear of corn) nubble n a small lump or protuberance nub nubian n a native or inhabitant of Nubia nucha n the back side of the neck nape,scruff nuclear adj (weapons) deriving destructive energy from the release of atomic energy atomic conventional nuclear adj of or relating to or constituting the nucleus of an atom nuclear adj of or relating to or constituting the nucleus of a cell nuclear adj constituting or like a nucleus nucleonics n the branch of physics that studies the internal structure of atomic nuclei nucleotide n a phosphoric ester of a nucleoside; the basic structural unit of nucleic acids (DNA or RNA) base nucleus n a part of the cell containing DNA and RNA and responsible for growth and reproduction nucleus n the positively charged dense center of an atom nucleus n a small group of indispensable persons or things core nucleus n (astronomy) the center of the head of a comet; consists of small solid particles of ice and frozen gas that vaporizes on approaching the sun nude n a painting of a naked human figure nude n without clothing (especially in the phrase `in the nude') nude n a naked person nude n a statue of a naked human figure nude adj completely unclothed bare,naked nudge n a slight push or shake jog nudge v to push against gently prod nudge v push into action by pestering or annoying gently nudist n a person who practices nudity for reasons of health or religion nudity n the state of being without clothing or covering of any kind nugatory adj of no real value nugget n a solid lump of a precious metal (especially gold) as found in the earth nuisance n (law) a broad legal concept including anything that disturbs the reasonable use of your property or endangers life and health or is offensiv nuisance n a bothersome annoying person pain nuke n the warhead of a missile designed to deliver an atom bomb nuke v strike at with firepower or bombs zap nuke v bomb with atomic weapons nuke v cook or heat in a microwave oven microwave,zap null n a quantity of no importance nothing,nil,nix,nada,aught,cipher,cypher,naught null adj lacking any legal or binding force void nullification n the states'-rights doctrine that a state can refuse to recognize or to enforce a federal law passed by the United States Congress nullification n the act of nullifying; making null and void; counteracting or overriding the effect or force of something override nullified adj deprived of legal force invalidated nullify v declare invalid invalidate,annul,quash,void,avoid nullify v show to be invalid invalidate nullify v make ineffective by counterbalancing the effect of neutralize,negate numb v make numb or insensitive blunt,dull numb adj lacking sensation asleep numb adj (followed by `to') not showing human feeling or sensitivity; unresponsive dead numb adj so frightened as to be unable to move; stunned or paralyzed with terror; petrified number n the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals figure number n a concept of quantity involving zero and units number n a short performance that is part of a longer program act,routine,turn,bit number n the number is used in calling a particular telephone number v add up in number or quantity total,come,amount number v give numbers to number v enumerate list number v put into a group count numbering n a numbered list enumeration numberless adj too numerous to be counted countless,infinite,innumerable,multitudinous,myriad,uncounted numbers n the fourth book of the Old Testament; contains a record of the number of Israelites who followed Moses out of Egypt numbers n an illegal daily lottery numbing adj causing numbness or insensitivity numbness n partial or total lack of sensation in a part of the body; a symptom of nerve damage or dysfunction numbness n the trait of lacking enthusiasm for or interest in things generally apathy,indifference numen n a spirit believed to inhabit an object or preside over a place (especially in ancient Roman religion) numeral n a symbol used to represent a number number numeral adj of or relating to or denoting numbers numerical numerate v determine the number or amount of count,number,enumerate numerate v read out loud as words written numbers numerate adj able to understand and use numbers numerator n the dividend of a fraction numerical adj measured or expressed in numbers numerical adj of or relating to or denoting numbers numeral numerical adj relating to or having ability to think in or work with numbers mathematical verbal numerically adv in number; with regard to numbers numerology n the study of the supposed occult influence of numbers on human affairs numerous adj amounting to a large indefinite number legion numinous adj evincing the presence of a deity numinous adj of or relating to or characteristic of a numen numismatics n the collection and study of money (and coins in particular) numismatist n a collector and student of money (and coins in particular) nun n a woman religious nun n a buoy resembling a cone nun n the 14th letter of the Hebrew alphabet nuncio n (Roman Catholic Church) a diplomatic representative of the Pope having ambassadorial status nunnery n the convent of a community of nuns nuptial adj of or relating to a wedding bridal,spousal nuptials n the social event at which the ceremony of marriage is performed wedding nuremberg n a city in southeastern Germany; site of Allied trials of Nazi war criminals (1945-46) nurse n one skilled in caring for young children or the sick (usually under the supervision of a physician) nurse n a woman who is the custodian of children nanny nurse v try to cure by special care of treatment, of an illness or injury nurse v maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) harbor,harbour,hold,entertain nurse v serve as a nurse; care for sick or handicapped people nurse v treat carefully nursed adj (of an infant) breast-fed nursery n a child's room for a baby nurseryman n someone who takes care of a garden gardener nursing n the work of caring for the sick or injured or infirm nursing n the profession of a nurse nursing n nourishing at the breast nurture n the properties acquired as a consequence of the way you were treated as a child raising,rearing nurture n helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community breeding,fostering,raising,rearing,upbringing nurture v help develop, help grow foster nurture v look after a child until it is an adult rear,raise,parent nurture v provide with nourishment nourish,sustain nut n usually large hard-shelled seed nut n Egyptian goddess of the sky nut n a small (usually square or hexagonal) metal block with internal screw thread to be fitted onto a bolt nut n half the width of an em en nut v gather nuts nutcracker n a compound lever used to crack nuts open nutcracker n any of various small short-tailed songbirds with strong feet and a sharp beak that feed on small nuts and insects nuthatch nutcracker n speckled birds that feed on nuts nuthatch n any of various small short-tailed songbirds with strong feet and a sharp beak that feed on small nuts and insects nutcracker nuthouse n pejorative terms for an insane asylum bedlam,madhouse,sanatorium nutmeg n East Indian tree widely cultivated in the tropics for its aromatic seed; source of two spices: nutmeg and mace nutmeg n hard aromatic seed of the nutmeg tree used as spice when grated or ground nutria n aquatic South American rodent resembling a small beaver; bred for its fur nutrient n any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue food nutrient n any substance (such as a chemical element or inorganic compound) that can be taken in by a green plant and used in organic synthesis nutrient adj of or providing nourishment alimentary,nourishing,nutritious,nutritive nutrition n (physiology) the organic process of nourishing or being nourished; the processes by which an organism assimilates food and uses it for growt nutrition n a source of materials to nourish the body nourishment,sustenance,victuals nutrition n the scientific study of food and drink (especially in humans) nutritional adj of or relating to or providing nutrition nutritionally adv with regard to nutrition nutritionist n a specialist in the study of nutrition nutritious adj of or providing nourishment alimentary,nourishing,nutrient,nutritive nutritive adj of or providing nourishment alimentary,nourishing,nutrient,nutritious nuts adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,bats,batty,bonkers,buggy,cracked,crackers nutshell n the shell around the kernel of a nut nutter n a person who is regarded as eccentric or mad wacko,whacko nutty adj having the flavor of nuts nutty adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,bats,batty,bonkers,buggy,cracked,crackers nuzzle v move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position cuddle,snuggle,nestle,nest nuzzle v rub noses nose nuzzle v dig out with the snout nyala n city in Sudan nyala n spiral-horned South African antelope with a fringe of white hairs along back and neck nyasaland n a landlocked republic in southern central Africa; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1964 malawi nylon n a thermoplastic polyamide; a family of strong resilient synthetic fibers nylon n a synthetic fabric nylons n women's stockings made from a sheer material (nylon or rayon or silk) nymph n (classical mythology) a minor nature goddess usually depicted as a beautiful maiden nymph n a larva of an insect with incomplete metamorphosis (as the dragonfly or mayfly) nymph n a voluptuously beautiful young woman nympho n a woman with abnormal sexual desires nymphomaniac nymphomaniac n a woman with abnormal sexual desires nympho nymphomaniac adj (used of women) affected with excessive sexual desire nyssa n tupelos: deciduous trees of moist habitats especially swamps and beside ponds nyx n (Greek mythology) Greek goddess of the night; daughter of Chaos; counterpart of Roman Nox o n a nonmetallic bivalent element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless nonflammable diatomic gas; constitutes 21 percent of the atmo oxygen o n the 15th letter of the Roman alphabet o n the blood group whose red cells carry neither the A nor B antigens o'brien n Irish writer (born in 1932) o'clock adv according to the clock o'connor n United States writer (1925-1964) o'flaherty n Irish writer of short stories (1896-1984) o'hara n United States writer (1905-1970) o'keeffe n United States painter (1887-1986) o'neill n United States playwright (1888-1953) o'toole n British actor (born in Ireland in 1932) oaf n an awkward stupid person lout,clod,goon,lubber,lummox,lump,gawk oahu n an island of central Hawaii (between Molokai and Kauai); the chief island of the state oak n the hard durable wood of any oak; used especially for furniture and flooring oak n a deciduous tree of the genus Quercus; has acorns and lobed leaves oaken adj consisting of or made of wood of the oak tree oakland n a city in western California on San Francisco Bay opposite San Francisco; primarily and industrial urban center oakley n United States sharpshooter who was featured in Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show (1860-1926) oakum n loose hemp or jute fiber obtained by unravelling old ropes; when impregnated with tar it was used to caulk seams and pack joints in wooden s oar n an implement used to propel or steer a boat oarlock n a holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing peg,pin,thole,rowlock oarsman n someone who rows a boat rower oasis n a fertile tract in a desert (where the water table approaches the surface) oasis n a shelter serving as a place of safety or sanctuary haven oat n annual grass of Europe and North Africa; grains used as food and fodder (referred to primarily in the plural: `oats') oat n seed of the annual grass Avena sativa (spoken of primarily in the plural as `oats') oaten adj of or related to or derived from oats oates n English conspirator who claimed that there was a Jesuit plot to assassinate Charles II (1649-1705) oates n United States writer (born in 1938) oath n profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger curse,expletive,swearing,cuss oath n a commitment to tell the truth (especially in a court of law); to lie under oath is to become subject to prosecution for perjury swearing oath n a solemn promise, usually invoking a divine witness, regarding your future acts or behavior oatmeal n porridge made of rolled oats oatmeal n meal made from rolled or ground oats oaxaca n a city of southeastern Mexico obadiah n a Hebrew minor prophet obadiah n an Old Testament book telling Obadiah's prophecies; the shortest book in the Christian Bible obama n 44th President of the United States; first African-American President obdurate adj stubbornly persistent in wrongdoing cussed,obstinate,unrepentant obdurate adj showing unfeeling resistance to tender feelings flinty,flint,granitic,stony obedience n the act of obeying; dutiful or submissive behavior with respect to another person obeisance disobedience obedience n the trait of being willing to obey disobedience obedience n behavior intended to please your parents respect obedient adj dutifully complying with the commands or instructions of those in authority disobedient obediently adv in an obedient manner obeisance n bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame or greeting bow,bowing obeisance n the act of obeying; dutiful or submissive behavior with respect to another person obedience obelisk n a stone pillar having a rectangular cross section tapering towards a pyramidal top obelisk n a character used in printing to indicate a cross reference or footnote dagger obese adj excessively fat weighty,rotund obesity n more than average fatness obey v be obedient to disobey obfuscate v make obscure or unclear clarify obfuscation n confusion resulting from failure to understand bewilderment,puzzlement,bemusement obfuscation n the activity of obscuring people's understanding, leaving them baffled or bewildered obfuscation n darkening or obscuring the sight of something obi n (West Indies) followers of a religious system involving witchcraft and sorcery obi n a religious belief of African origin involving witchcraft and sorcery; practiced in parts of the West Indies and tropical Americas obit n a notice of someone's death; usually includes a short biography obituary,necrology obituary n a notice of someone's death; usually includes a short biography obit,necrology object n a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow object n the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) aim,objective,target object n (grammar) a constituent that is acted upon object n the focus of cognitions or feelings object v express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent object v be averse to or express disapproval of objection n the act of expressing earnest opposition or protest objection n the speech act of objecting objection n the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent protest,dissent objection n (law) a procedure whereby a party to a suit says that a particular line of questioning or a particular witness or a piece of evidence or oth objectionable adj causing disapproval or protest obnoxious objectionable adj liable to objection or debate; used of something one might take exception to objective n the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) aim,object,target objective n the lens or system of lenses in a telescope or microscope that is nearest the object being viewed objective adj undistorted by emotion or personal bias; based on observable phenomena subjective objective adj serving as or indicating the object of a verb or of certain prepositions and used for certain other purposes accusative objective adj emphasizing or expressing things as perceived without distortion of personal feelings or interpretation objective adj belonging to immediate experience of actual things or events objectively adv with objectivity objectivity n judgment based on observable phenomena and uninfluenced by emotions or personal prejudices objector n a person who dissents from some established policy dissenter,dissident,protester,contestant oblate n a lay person dedicated to religious work or the religious life oblate adj having the equatorial diameter greater than the polar diameter; being flattened at the poles prolate obligate v force somebody to do something compel,oblige obligate v commit in order to fulfill an obligation obligate v bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted oblige,bind,hold obligate adj restricted to a particular condition of life facultative obligated adj caused by law or conscience to follow a certain course obligation n the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force duty,responsibility obligation n the state of being obligated to do or pay something obligation n a personal relation in which one is indebted for a service or favor indebtedness obligation n a written promise to repay a debt obligatory adj morally or legally constraining or binding optional obligatory adj required by obligation or compulsion or convention oblige v force somebody to do something compel,obligate oblige v bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted bind,hold,obligate oblige v provide a service or favor for someone accommodate obliged adj under a moral obligation to do something obliger n someone who performs a service or does a favor obliging adj showing a cheerful willingness to do favors for others complaisant obligingly adv in accommodation oblique n any grammatical case other than the nominative nominative oblique n a diagonally arranged abdominal muscle on either side of the torso oblique adj slanting or inclined in direction or course or position--neither parallel nor perpendicular nor right-angled parallel,perpendicular oblique adj indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading devious obliquely adv to, toward or at one side sidelong,sideways obliquely adv at an oblique angle aslant,athwart obliterate v mark for deletion, rub off, or erase kill obliterate v make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing obscure,veil,hide obliterate v remove completely from recognition or memory efface obliterate v do away with completely, without leaving a trace obliterate adj reduced to nothingness obliterated obliterated adj reduced to nothingness obliterate obliteration n destruction by annihilating something annihilation obliteration n the complete destruction of every trace of something eradication oblivion n the state of being disregarded or forgotten limbo oblivion n total forgetfulness oblivious adj (followed by `to' or `of') lacking conscious awareness of oblivious adj failing to keep in mind forgetful oblong n a plane figure that deviates from a square or circle due to elongation oblong adj (of a leaf shape) having a somewhat elongated form with approximately parallel sides oblong adj deviating from a square or circle or sphere by being elongated in one direction obloquy n state of disgrace resulting from public abuse opprobrium obloquy n a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions defamation,calumny obnoxious adj causing disapproval or protest objectionable oboe n a slender double-reed instrument; a woodwind with a conical bore and a double-reed mouthpiece oboist n a musician who plays the oboe obscene adj designed to incite to indecency or lust obscene adj offensive to the mind abhorrent,detestable,repugnant,repulsive obscene adj suggestive of or tending to moral looseness lewd,raunchy,salacious obscenely adv to an obscene degree obscenely adv in a lewd and obscene manner obscenity n the trait of behaving in an obscene manner lewdness obscenity n an offensive or indecent word or phrase smut,filth obscenity n an obscene act obscure v make less visible or unclear becloud,fog,cloud,mist obscure v make unclear, indistinct, or blurred confuse,blur obscure v make obscure or unclear obscure v reduce a vowel to a neutral one, such as a schwa obscure adj not clearly expressed or understood vague obscure adj marked by difficulty of style or expression dark obscure adj difficult to find hidden obscure adj not famous or acclaimed unknown,unsung obscurity n the quality of being unclear or abstruse and hard to understand abstruseness clarity obscurity n an obscure and unimportant standing; not well known prominence obscurity n the state of being indistinct or indefinite for lack of adequate illumination obsequious adj attempting to win favor from influential people by flattery fawning,sycophantic obsequious adj attentive in an ingratiating or servile manner observable adj capable of being seen or noticed discernible,evident observance n the act of observing; taking a patient look observation,watching observance n a formal event performed on a special occasion ceremony,ceremonial observance n the act of noticing or paying attention notice,observation observance n conformity with law or custom or practice etc. honoring observant adj paying close attention especially to details observant adj quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception observing observant adj (of individuals) adhering strictly to laws and rules and customs observation n the act of making and recording a measurement observation n the act of observing; taking a patient look observance,watching observation n a remark expressing careful consideration reflection observation n facts learned by observing observational adj relying on observation or experiment experimental observatory n a building designed and equipped to observe astronomical phenomena observatory n a structure commanding a wide view of its surroundings lookout observe v discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of detect,find,discover,notice observe v make mention of note,mention,remark observe v observe with care or pay close attention to note observe v watch attentively observed adj discovered or determined by scientific observation ascertained,discovered observer n a person who becomes aware (of things or events) through the senses percipient,beholder observer n an expert who observes and comments on something commentator observing adj quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception observant obsess v haunt like a ghost; pursue haunt,ghost obsess v be preoccupied with something obsessed adj having or showing excessive or compulsive concern with something haunted,preoccupied obsessed adj influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion possessed obsession n an irrational motive for performing trivial or repetitive actions, even against your will compulsion obsession n an unhealthy and compulsive preoccupation with something or someone fixation obsessional adj characterized by or constituting an obsession obsessive obsessive n a person who has obsessions obsessive adj characterized by or constituting an obsession obsessional obsessively adv in a compulsive manner compulsively obsidian n acid or granitic glass formed by the rapid cooling of lava without crystallization; usually dark, but transparent in thin pieces obsolescence n the process of becoming obsolete; falling into disuse or becoming out of date obsolescent adj becoming obsolete obsolete adj no longer in use disused obstacle n something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted obstruction obstacle n an obstruction that stands in the way (and must be removed or surmounted or circumvented) obstetric adj of or relating to or used in or practicing obstetrics obstetrical obstetrical adj of or relating to or used in or practicing obstetrics obstetric obstetrician n a physician specializing in obstetrics obstetrics n the branch of medicine dealing with childbirth and care of the mother midwifery obstinacy n the trait of being difficult to handle or overcome stubbornness obstinacy n resolute adherence to your own ideas or desires stubbornness obstinate v persist stubbornly obstinate adj tenaciously unwilling or marked by tenacious unwillingness to yield stubborn obstinate adj stubbornly persistent in wrongdoing cussed,obdurate,unrepentant obstinate adj resistant to guidance or discipline contrary,perverse,wayward obstreperous adj noisily and stubbornly defiant obstreperous adj boisterously and noisily aggressive obstruct v hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of blockade,block,hinder,stymie,embarrass obstruct v block passage through impede,occlude,jam,block free obstruct v shut out from view or get in the way so as to hide from sight block obstructed adj shut off to passage or view or hindered from action unobstructed obstruction n any structure that makes progress difficult impediment obstruction n the physical condition of blocking or filling a passage with an obstruction blockage obstruction n something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted obstacle obstruction n the act of obstructing obstructionism n deliberate interference obstructionist n someone who systematically obstructs some action that others want to take obstructive adj preventing movement clogging,hindering,impeding obtain v come into possession of obtain v receive a specified treatment (abstract) receive,get,find,incur obtain v be valid, applicable, or true prevail,hold obtainable adj capable of being obtained gettable obtainment n the act of obtaining obtrude v push to thrust outward obtrude v thrust oneself in as if by force intrude obtrusive adj sticking out; protruding obtrusive adj undesirably noticeable obtund v reduce the edge or violence of obtuse adj of an angle; between 90 and 180 degrees acute obtuse adj (of a leaf shape) rounded at the apex obtuse adj lacking in insight or discernment obtuse adj slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity dense,dim,dull,dumb,slow obverse n the more conspicuous of two alternatives or cases or sides obverse n the side of a coin or medal bearing the principal stamp or design reverse obviate v do away with eliminate necessitate obviate v prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening forfend,deflect,avert,avoid obviating adj made impossible obvious adj easily perceived by the senses or grasped by the mind obviously adv unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') evidently,manifestly,patently,apparently,plainly,plain obviousness n the property of being easy to see and understand occasion n an event that occurs at a critical time juncture occasion n a vaguely specified social event affair,function occasion n reason occasion n the time of a particular event occasion v give occasion to occasional adj occurring from time to time occasional adj occurring or appearing at usually irregular intervals episodic occasional adj occurring on a temporary or irregular basis casual occasional adj recurring or reappearing from time to time periodic occasionally adv sporadically and infrequently occasions n something you have to do occident n the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America west occident n the hemisphere that includes North America and South America occidental n a native inhabitant of the Occident occidental n an artificial language occidental adj denoting or characteristic of countries of Europe and the western hemisphere occipital adj of or relating to the occiput occiput n back part of the head or skull occlude v block passage through obstruct,impede,jam,block occlusion n closure or blockage (as of a blood vessel) occlusion n (meteorology) a composite front when colder air surrounds a mass of warm air and forces it aloft occlusion n (dentistry) the normal spatial relation of the teeth when the jaws are closed occlusion n an obstruction in a pipe or tube blockage,block,closure,stop,stoppage occult n supernatural forces and events and beings collectively supernatural occult n supernatural practices and techniques occult v cause an eclipse of (a celestial body) by intervention eclipse occult v become concealed or hidden from view or have its light extinguished occult v hide from view occult adj hidden and difficult to see occult adj having an import not apparent to the senses nor obvious to the intelligence; beyond ordinary understanding mysterious,mystic,mystical,secret,orphic occupancy n an act of being a tenant or occupant tenancy occupancy n the act of occupying or taking possession of a building occupation occupant n someone who lives at a particular place for a prolonged period or who was born there resident,occupier occupation n the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money business,job,line occupation n the control of a country by military forces of a foreign power occupation n any activity that occupies a person's attention occupation n the act of occupying or taking possession of a building occupancy occupational adj of or relating to the activity or business for which you are trained occupied adj held or filled or in use unoccupied occupied adj seized and controlled as by military invasion unoccupied occupied adj resided in; having tenants occupied adj having ones attention or mind or energy engaged engaged occupier n someone who lives at a particular place for a prolonged period or who was born there resident,occupant occupier n a member of a military force who is residing in a conquered foreign country occupy v keep busy with busy occupy v live (in a certain place) reside occupy v occupy the whole of fill occupy v be on the mind of concern,interest,worry occur v come to pass happen,hap,pass occur v come to one's mind; suggest itself come occur v to be found to exist occurrence n an event that happens happening occurrence n an instance of something occurring ocean n a large body of water constituting a principal part of the hydrosphere ocean n anything apparently limitless in quantity or volume sea oceanic n an eastern subfamily of Malayo-Polynesian languages oceanic adj relating to or occurring or living in or frequenting the open ocean pelagic oceanic adj resembling the ocean in apparent limitlessness in extent or degree oceanic adj constituting or living in the open sea oceanographer n a scientist who studies physical and biological aspects of the seas oceanography n the branch of science dealing with physical and biological aspects of the oceans ocelot n nocturnal wildcat of Central America and South America having a dark-spotted buff-brown coat ocher n a moderate yellow-orange to orange color ocher n any of various earths containing silica and alumina and ferric oxide; used as a pigment ocher adj of a moderate orange-yellow color ochoa n United States biochemist (born in Spain) who studied the biological synthesis of nucleic acids (1905-1993) ochs n United States newspaper publisher (1858-1935) octagon n an eight-sided polygon octagonal adj of or relating to or shaped like an octagon octahedron n any polyhedron having eight plane faces octane n any isomeric saturated hydrocarbon found in petroleum and used as a fuel and solvent octave n a feast day and the seven days following it octave n a musical interval of eight tones octave n a rhythmic group of eight lines of verse octavian n Roman statesman who established the Roman Empire and became emperor in 27 BC; defeated Mark Antony and Cleopatra in 31 BC at Actium (63 BC - augustus octet n the cardinal number that is the sum of seven and one eight octet n eight performers or singers who perform together octet n a set of eight similar things considered as a unit octet n eight people considered as a unit eightsome octillion n the number that is represented as a one followed by 27 zeros october n the month following September and preceding November octogenarian n someone whose age is in the eighties octogenarian adj being from 80 to 89 years old octopus n tentacles of octopus prepared as food octopus n bottom-living cephalopod having a soft oval body with eight long tentacles octuple adj having eight units or components eightfold ocular n combination of lenses at the viewing end of optical instruments eyepiece ocular adj of or relating to or resembling the eye optic,optical,ophthalmic ocular adj relating to or using sight optic,optical,visual ocular adj visible visual oculist n a person skilled in testing for defects of vision in order to prescribe corrective glasses optometrist oculist n a medical doctor specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the eye ophthalmologist oculus n the organ of sight eye,optic odd adj not divisible by two uneven even odd adj not easily explained odd adj an indefinite quantity more than that specified odd adj beyond or deviating from the usual or expected curious,funny,peculiar,queer,rum,rummy,singular oddball n a person with an unusual or odd personality eccentric,flake,geek oddity n eccentricity that is not easily explained oddity n a strange attitude or habit quirk oddity n something unusual -- perhaps worthy of collecting curio,curiosity,peculiarity,rarity oddly adv in a manner differing from the usual or expected inexplicably,curiously,peculiarly oddly adv in a strange manner strangely,funnily odds n the likelihood of a thing occurring rather than not occurring odds n the ratio by which one better's wager is greater than that of another ode n a lyric poem with complex stanza forms oder n a European river; flows into the Baltic Sea odessa n a port city of south central Ukraine on an arm of the Black Sea odessa n a city in western Texas odin n (Norse mythology) ruler of the Aesir; supreme god of war and poetry and knowledge and wisdom (for which he gave an eye) and husband of Frigg odious adj unequivocally detestable abominable,detestable,execrable odometer n a meter that shows mileage traversed odor n any property detected by the olfactory system smell,aroma,odour,scent odor n the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form smell,odour odorless adj having no odor odorous odorous adj having odor or a characteristic odor odorless odorous adj emitting an odor odorous adj having a natural fragrance perfumed,scented,sweet odour n the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form smell,odor odour n any property detected by the olfactory system smell,aroma,odor,scent odysseus n (Greek mythology) a famous mythical Greek hero; his return to Ithaca after the siege of Troy was described in the Odyssey odyssey n a long wandering and eventful journey odyssey n a Greek epic poem (attributed to Homer) describing the journey of Odysseus after the fall of Troy oedipus n (Greek mythology) a tragic king of Thebes who unknowingly killed his father Laius and married his mother Jocasta; the subject of the drama ` oestrus n applies to nonhuman mammals: a state or period of heightened sexual arousal and activity heat,rut oestrus n type genus of the Oestridae: sheep botflies off v kill intentionally and with premeditation murder,slay,hit,dispatch,remove off adj not in operation or operational on off adj below a satisfactory level off adj (of events) no longer planned or scheduled cancelled on off adj in an unpalatable state sour,turned off adv from a particular thing or place or position (`forth' is obsolete) away,forth off adv at a distance in space or time away off adv no longer on or in contact or attached offal n viscera and trimmings of a butchered animal often considered inedible by humans offbeat n an unaccented beat (especially the last beat of a measure) upbeat offbeat adj (informal) strikingly unconventional kinky,quirky offend v cause to feel resentment or indignation pique offend v act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises transgress,violate,breach,break offend v strike with disgust or revulsion shock,scandalize,appall,outrage offend v hurt the feelings of hurt,wound,injure,bruise,spite offended adj emotionally hurt or upset or annoyed pained,injured offender n a person who transgresses moral or civil law wrongdoer offending adj offending against or breaking a law or rule offense n a lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings or others offense n a feeling of anger caused by being offended umbrage offense n a transgression that constitutes a violation of what is judged to be right offense n the team that has the ball (or puck) and is trying to score defense offensive n the action of attacking an enemy offense offensive adj violating or tending to violate or offend against offensive adj for the purpose of attack rather than defense defensive offensive adj causing anger or annoyance inoffensive offensive adj morally offensive unsavory offensively adv in an unpleasantly offensive manner offensively adv in an obnoxious manner offensively adv in an aggressive manner defensively offer n the verbal act of offering offering offer n something offered (as a proposal or bid) offering offer n a usually brief attempt crack,fling,go,pass,whirl offer v make available or accessible, provide or furnish offer v present for acceptance or rejection proffer offer v agree freely volunteer offer v put forward for consideration offerer n someone who presents something to another for acceptance or rejection offeror offering n something offered (as a proposal or bid) offer offering n money contributed to a religious organization offering n the verbal act of offering offer offering n the act of contributing to the funds of a church or charity offeror n someone who presents something to another for acceptance or rejection offerer offertory n the offerings of the congregation at a religious service offertory n the part of the Eucharist when bread and wine are offered to God offhand adj with little or no preparation or forethought impromptu,offhanded,unrehearsed offhand adj casually thoughtless or inconsiderate offhanded offhand adv without previous thought or preparation offhanded offhand adv in a casually inconsiderate manner offhanded offhanded adj with little or no preparation or forethought impromptu,offhand,unrehearsed offhanded adj casually thoughtless or inconsiderate offhand offhanded adv without previous thought or preparation offhand offhanded adv in a casually inconsiderate manner offhand office n place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed office n an administrative unit of government agency,bureau,authority office n the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group function,part,role office n (of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power power officeholder n someone who is appointed or elected to an office and who holds a position of trust officer officeholder n the official who holds an office incumbent officer n any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command officer n someone who is appointed or elected to an office and who holds a position of trust officeholder officer n a member of a police force policeman officer n a person authorized to serve in a position of authority on a vessel officer v direct or command as an officer official n a worker who holds or is invested with an office functionary official n someone who administers the rules of a game or sport official adj having official authority or sanction unofficial official adj of or relating to an office official adj verified officially official adj conforming to set usage, procedure, or discipline prescribed officialdom n people elected or appointed to administer a government officially adv in an official role unofficially officially adv with official authorization formally officiate v act in an official capacity in a ceremony or religious ritual, such as a wedding officiate v perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function function officiating n the act of umpiring offing n the near or foreseeable future offing n the part of the sea that can be seen from the shore and is beyond the anchoring area offish adj lacking cordiality; unfriendly standoffish offload v transfer to a peripheral device, of computer data offload v remove the load from (a container or vehicle) unload offset n the time at which something is supposed to begin beginning,commencement,first,outset,start,kickoff,showtime offset n a compensating equivalent counterbalance offset n a horizontal branch from the base of plant that produces new plants from buds at its tips stolon,runner offset n a natural consequence of development outgrowth,branch,offshoot offset v compensate for or counterbalance countervail offset v make up for cancel offset v cause (printed matter) to transfer or smear onto another surface offset v create an offset in offshoot n a natural consequence of development outgrowth,branch,offset offshore adj (of winds) coming from the land seaward inshore offshore adj at some distance from the shore offshore adv away from shore; away from land onshore offside n (sport) the mistake of occupying an illegal position on the playing field (in football, soccer, ice hockey, field hockey, etc.) offside adj illegally beyond a prescribed line or area or ahead of the ball or puck offside adv illegally in advance of the ball or puck offspring n the immediate descendants of a person progeny,issue offspring n something that comes into existence as a result offspring n any immature animal young offstage n a stage area out of sight of the audience wing,backstage offstage adj situated or taking place in the area of a stage not visible to the audience onstage offstage adj concealed from public view or attention backstage offstage adv behind the scenes; not on stage onstage offstage adv not in public oft adv many times at short intervals frequently,often,oftentimes often adv many times at short intervals frequently,oftentimes,oft rarely often adv frequently or in great quantities much often adv in many cases or instances oftener adv more often or more frequently oftentimes adv many times at short intervals frequently,often,oft ogden n English psychologist who collaborated with I. A. Richards in designing Basic English (1889-1957) ogden n a town in northern Utah settled by Mormons oglala n a member of the Siouan people who constituted a division of the Teton Sioux and who formerly inhabited the Black Hills of western South Dako oglala n a Siouan language spoken by the Oglala ogle v look at with amorous intentions ogler n a viewer who gives a flirtatious or lewd look at another person ogre n a cruel wicked and inhuman person monster,fiend,devil,demon ogre n (folklore) a giant who likes to eat human beings ogress n (folklore) a female ogre oh n a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region ohio ohio n a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region oh ohio n a river that is formed in western Pennsylvania and flows westward to become a tributary of the Mississippi River ohioan n a native or resident of Ohio buckeye ohm n a unit of electrical resistance equal to the resistance between two points on a conductor when a potential difference of one volt between th ohm n German physicist who formulated Ohm's law (1787-1854) oil n a slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water oil n oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist oil n a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons petroleum,crude oil n any of a group of liquid edible fats that are obtained from plants oil v cover with oil, as if by rubbing oil v administer an oil or ointment to; often in a religious ceremony of blessing anoint oiled adj treated with oil oiler n a worker who oils engines or machinery oiler n a well that yields or has yielded oil oiler n a cargo ship designed to carry crude oil in bulk tanker oilman n a person who owns or operates oil wells oilman n a worker who produces or sells petroleum oilseed n any of several seeds that yield oil oilskin n a macintosh made from cotton fabric treated with oil and pigment to make it waterproof slicker oily adj containing an unusual amount of grease or oil greasy,sebaceous,oleaginous oily adj unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech buttery,fulsome,oleaginous,smarmy,soapy,unctuous oily adj coated or covered with oil oily adj smeared or soiled with grease or oil greasy oink n the short low gruff noise of the kind made by hogs grunt oink v utter a high-pitched cry, characteristic of pigs squeal ointment n semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation unction,unguent,balm,salve ointment n toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to cream oireachtas n the parliament of the Irish Republic ojibwa n a member of an Algonquian people who lived west of Lake Superior ojibwa n the Algonquian language spoken by the Ojibwa ok n a state in south central United States oklahoma ok n an endorsement okay,okey ok adj being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition fine,okay,cool ok adv an expression of agreement normally occurring at the beginning of a sentence fine,alright oka n a Turkish unit of weight equal to about 2.75 pounds oka n a Turkish liquid unit equal to 1.3 pints oka n South American wood sorrel cultivated for its edible tubers okay n an endorsement ok,okey okay v give sanction to approve,sanction okay adj being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition fine,ok,cool okay adv in a satisfactory or adequate manner alright okey n an endorsement ok,okay okinawa n the largest island of the central Ryukyu Islands okinawa n a campaign in the closing days of World War II in the Pacific (April to June 1945); in savage close-quarter fighting United States marines a oklahoma n a state in south central United States ok oklahoman n a native or resident of Oklahoma sooner okra n long green edible beaked pods of the okra plant okra n tall coarse annual of Old World tropics widely cultivated in southern United States and West Indies for its long mucilaginous green pods use gumbo okra n long mucilaginous green pods; may be simmered or sauteed but used especially in soups and stews gumbo ola n leaf or strip from a leaf of the talipot palm used in India for writing paper olla old n past times (especially in the phrase `in days of old') old adj (used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age young old adj of long duration; not new new old adj (used for emphasis) very familiar old adj skilled through long experience older olden adj relating to time long past oldenburg n United States sculptor (born in Sweden); a leader of the pop art movement who was noted for giant sculptures of common objects (born in 1929 older adj advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables) aged,elderly,senior older adj used of the older of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a father from his son elder older adj skilled through long experience old oldie n a song that was formerly popular oldish adj somewhat elderly oldster n an elderly person olea n evergreen trees and shrubs having oily one-seeded fruits oleaginous adj unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech buttery,fulsome,oily,smarmy,soapy,unctuous oleaginous adj containing an unusual amount of grease or oil greasy,oily,sebaceous oleander n an ornamental but poisonous flowering shrub having narrow evergreen leaves and clusters of fragrant white to pink or red flowers: native to olearia n large genus of Australian evergreen shrubs or small trees with large daisylike flowers oleaster n any of several shrubs of the genus Elaeagnus having silver-white twigs and yellow flowers followed by olivelike fruits olefin n any unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon alkene oleo n a spread made chiefly from vegetable oils and used as a substitute for butter margarine,marge olfactory adj of or relating to olfaction oligarch n one of the rulers in an oligarchy oligarchy n a political system governed by a few people oligocene n from 40 million to 25 million years ago; appearance of sabertoothed cats oligopoly n (economics) a market in which control over the supply of a commodity is in the hands of a small number of producers and each one can influen olive n small ovoid fruit of the European olive tree; important food and source of oil olive n evergreen tree cultivated in the Mediterranean region since antiquity and now elsewhere; has edible shiny black fruits olive n hard yellow often variegated wood of an olive tree; used in cabinetwork olive n one-seeded fruit of the European olive tree usually pickled and used as a relish olive adj of a yellow-green color similar to that of an unripe olive oliver n United States jazz musician who influenced the style of Louis Armstrong (1885-1938) olivier n English actor best know for his Shakespearean roles (1907-1989) olivine n a mineral consisting of magnesium iron silicate; a source of magnesium olla n leaf or strip from a leaf of the talipot palm used in India for writing paper ola olm n European aquatic salamander with permanent external gills that lives in caves olympia n capital of the state of Washington; located in western Washington on Puget Sound olympia n a plain in Greece in the northwestern Peloponnese; the chief sanctuary of Zeus and the site of the original Olympian Games olympiad n one of the four-year intervals between Olympic Games; used to reckon time in ancient Greece for twelve centuries beginning in 776 BC olympiad n the modern revival of the ancient games held once every 4 years in a selected country olympics olympian n an athlete who participates in the Olympic games olympian n a classical Greek god after the overthrow of the Titans olympian adj of the region of Olympia in Greece or its inhabitants olympic olympian adj of or pertaining to the greater gods of ancient Greece whose abode was Mount Olympus olympian adj majestic in manner or bearing; superior to mundane matters majestic olympian adj far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree exceeding,exceptional,prodigious,surpassing olympic adj of or relating to the Olympic Games olympic adj of the region of Olympia in Greece or its inhabitants olympian olympics n the modern revival of the ancient games held once every 4 years in a selected country olympiad olympus n a mountain peak in northeast Greece near the Aegean coast; believed by ancient Greeks to be the dwelling place of the gods (9,570 feet high) omaha n a member of the Siouan people formerly living in the Missouri river valley in northeastern Nebraska maha omaha n largest city in Nebraska; located in eastern Nebraska on the Missouri river; a major transportation center of the Midwest omaha n the Dhegiha dialect spoken by the Omaha omaha n thoroughbred that won the triple crown in 1935 oman n a strategically located monarchy on the southern and eastern coasts of the Arabian Peninsula; the economy is dominated by oil omani n a native or inhabitant of Oman omani adj of or relating to Oman or its people omasum n the third compartment of the stomach of a ruminant ombudsman n a government appointee who investigates complaints by private persons against the government omega n the ending of a series or sequence z omega n the last (24th) letter of the Greek alphabet omelet n beaten eggs or an egg mixture cooked until just set; may be folded around e.g. ham or cheese or jelly omelette omelette n beaten eggs or an egg mixture cooked until just set; may be folded around e.g. ham or cheese or jelly omelet omen n a sign of something about to happen portent,presage,prognostication,prodigy omen v indicate, as with a sign or an omen bode,portend,prognosticate,presage,foreshadow,augur,foretell,prefigure omicron n the 15th letter of the Greek alphabet ominous adj threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments baleful,forbidding,menacing,minacious,minatory,sinister,threatening ominous adj presaging ill fortune ill,inauspicious ominously adv in an ominous manner omission n a mistake resulting from neglect skip omission n something that has been omitted omission n any process whereby sounds or words are left out of spoken words or phrases deletion omission n neglecting to do something; leaving out or passing over something omit v prevent from being included or considered or accepted exclude,except omit v leave undone or leave out neglect,drop,miss,overlook,overleap omnibus n an anthology of articles on a related subject or an anthology of the works of a single author omnibus n a vehicle carrying many passengers; used for public transport bus,autobus,coach,jitney omnibus adj providing for many things at once omnidirectional adj not directional directional omnipotence n the state of being omnipotent; having unlimited power omnipotent adj having unlimited power almighty omnipresence n the state of being everywhere at once (or seeming to be everywhere at once) ubiquity omnipresent adj being present everywhere at once ubiquitous omniscience n the state of being omniscient; having infinite knowledge omniscient adj infinitely wise omnivorous adj feeding on both plants and animals insectivorous,carnivorous,herbivorous on adj in operation or operational off on adj (of events) planned or scheduled off on adv with a forward motion along on adv indicates continuity or persistence or concentration on adv in a state required for something to function or be effective onager n an engine that provided medieval artillery used during sieges; a heavy war engine for hurling large stones and other missiles catapult,ballista,bricole onager n Asiatic wild ass once adv on one occasion once adv as soon as once adv at a previous time formerly,erst oncologist n a specialist in oncology oncology n the branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of tumors oncoming n the beginning or early stages onset oncoming adj moving toward one one n the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number i,ace,single,unity one n a single person or thing one adj used of a single unit or thing; not two or more i,ane one adj having the indivisible character of a unit unitary one adj of the same kind or quality one adj (informal) very; used informally as an intensifier right oneida n a member of the Iroquoian people formerly living east of Lake Ontario oneida n the Iroquoian language spoken by the Oneida oneness n the quality of being united into one unity onerous adj not easily borne; wearing burdensome,taxing onetime adj belonging to some prior time former,old,quondam,sometime ongoing adj currently happening oni n the military intelligence agency that provides for the intelligence and counterintelligence and investigative and security requirements of t onion n the bulb of an onion plant onion n bulbous plant having hollow leaves cultivated worldwide for its rounded edible bulb onion n an aromatic flavorful vegetable online adj on a regular route of a railroad or bus or airline system online adj connected to a computer network or accessible by computer online adj being in progress now onlooker n someone who looks on only adj being the only one; single and isolated from others lone,lonesome,sole,solitary only adj exclusive of anyone or anything else alone only adv and nothing more merely,simply,just,but only adv without any others being included or involved entirely,exclusively,solely,alone only adv with nevertheless the final result only adv in the final outcome ono n United States musician (born in Japan) who married John Lennon and collaborated with him on recordings (born in 1933) onomastic adj of or related to onomastics onomastics n the branch of lexicology that studies the forms and origins of proper names onondaga n a member of the Iroquoian people formerly living between Lake Champlain and the Saint Lawrence River onondaga n the Iroquoian language spoken by the Onondaga onset n the beginning or early stages oncoming onset n (military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons) attack,onslaught onshore adj (of winds) coming from the sea toward the land inshore,shoreward onshore adj on the edge of the land onshore adv on or toward the land offshore onslaught n a sudden and severe onset of trouble onslaught n (military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons) attack,onset onslaught n the rapid and continuous delivery of linguistic communication (spoken or written) barrage,bombardment,outpouring onstage adj situated or taking place on the area of a stage visible to the audience offstage onstage adv on the stage offstage ontario n the smallest of the Great Lakes ontario n a prosperous and industrialized province in central Canada ontogeny n (biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changin growth,growing,maturation,development ontological adj of or relating to ontology ontology n (computer science) a rigorous and exhaustive organization of some knowledge domain that is usually hierarchical and contains all the relevan ontology n the metaphysical study of the nature of being and existence onus n an onerous or difficult concern burden,load onward adv forward in time or order or degree forth,forward onward adv in a forward direction ahead,onwards,forward,forwards onwards adv in a forward direction ahead,onward,forward,forwards onyx n a chalcedony with alternating black and white bands; used in making cameos oodles n a large number or amount tons,dozens,heaps,lots,piles,scores,stacks,loads ooh v express admiration and pleasure by uttering `ooh' or `aah' oolong n Chinese tea leaves that have been partially fermented before being dried oomph n attractiveness to the opposite sex desirability oomph n the activeness of an energetic personality dynamism,pizzazz,zing ooze n any thick, viscous matter sludge,slime,goo,goop,gunk,muck ooze n the process of seeping seepage,oozing ooze v pass gradually or leak through or as if through small openings seep ooze v release (a liquid) in drops or small quantities exude oozing n the process of seeping seepage,ooze oozing adj leaking out slowly seeping opacity n the phenomenon of not permitting the passage of electromagnetic radiation transparency opacity n incomprehensibility resulting from obscurity of meaning opacity n the quality of being opaque to a degree; the degree to which something reduces the passage of light clarity opah n large elliptical brightly colored deep-sea fish of Atlantic and Pacific and Mediterranean opal n a translucent mineral consisting of hydrated silica of variable color; some varieties are used as gemstones opaline adj having a play of lustrous rainbow colors iridescent,pearlescent opaque adj not transmitting or reflecting light or radiant energy; impenetrable to sight clear opaque adj hard or impossible to understand unintelligible open n a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water clear open n where the air is unconfined outdoors open n a tournament in which both professionals and amateurs may play open n information that has become public surface open v cause to open or to become open close open v start to operate or function or cause to start operating or functioning close open v become open close open v begin or set in action, of meetings, speeches, recitals, etc. close open adj affording unobstructed entrance and exit; not shut or closed shut open adj affording free passage or access closed open adj with no protection or shield exposed open adj open to or in view of all openbill n stork with a grooved bill whose upper and lower parts touch only at the base and tip opened adj used of mouth or eyes open opened adj made open or clear opened adj not sealed or having been unsealed open opener n the first event in a series opener n a person who unfastens or unwraps or opens opener n a hand tool used for opening sealed containers (bottles or cans) opening n an open or empty space in or between things gap opening n a ceremony accompanying the start of some enterprise opening n becoming open or being made open opening n the first performance (as of a theatrical production) opening adj first or beginning closing openly adv in an open way openness n without obstructions to passage or view openness n characterized by an attitude of ready accessibility (especially about one's actions or purposes); without concealment; not secretive closeness openness n willingness or readiness to receive (especially impressions or ideas) receptivity openwork n ornamental work (such as embroidery or latticework) having a pattern of openings opera n a drama set to music; consists of singing with orchestral accompaniment and an orchestral overture and interludes opera n a commercial browser opera n a building where musical dramas are performed operable adj capable of being treated by surgical operation inoperable operable adj fit or ready for use or service functional,usable,operational operable adj usable for a specific purpose practicable operant adj having influence or producing an effect operate v direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. run operate v perform as expected when applied function,work,go,run operate v handle and cause to function control operate v perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense maneuver,manoeuvre operatic adj of or relating to or characteristic of opera operating adj involved in a kind of operation operating adj being in effect or operation operational operation n the state of being in effect or being operative operation n a business especially one run on a large scale operation n a planned activity involving many people performing various actions operation n (computer science) data processing in which the result is completely specified by a rule (especially the processing that results from a sing operational adj pertaining to a process or series of actions for achieving a result operational adj fit or ready for use or service functional,usable,operable operational adj (military) of or intended for or involved in military operations operational adj being in effect or operation operating operationally adv in respect to operation operations n financial transactions at a brokerage; having to do with the execution of trades and keeping customer records operative n a person secretly employed in espionage for a government operative n someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information pi,shamus,sherlock operative adj being in force or having or exerting force inoperative operative adj relating to or requiring or amenable to treatment by surgery especially as opposed to medicine surgical operative adj effective; producing a desired effect operative adj (of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing running,functional,working operator n (mathematics) a symbol or function representing a mathematical operation operator n an agent that operates some apparatus or machine manipulator operator n someone who owns or operates a business operator n a shrewd or unscrupulous person who knows how to circumvent difficulties hustler operetta n a short amusing opera ophthalmic adj of or relating to ophthalmology ophthalmic adj of or relating to or resembling the eye ocular,optic,optical ophthalmologist n a medical doctor specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the eye oculist ophthalmology n the branch of medicine concerned with the eye and its diseases ophthalmoscope n medical instrument for examining the retina of the eye opiate n a narcotic drug that contains opium or an opium derivative opine v express one's opinion openly and without fear or hesitation opine v expect, believe, or suppose think,suppose,imagine,reckon,guess opinion n a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty sentiment,persuasion,view,thought opinion n a message expressing a belief about something; the expression of a belief that is held with confidence but not substantiated by positive kno view opinion n a belief or sentiment shared by most people; the voice of the people opinion n the legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision judgment,judgement opinionated adj obstinate in your opinions opium n an addictive narcotic extracted from seed capsules of the opium poppy opossum n small furry Australian arboreal marsupials having long usually prehensile tails possum opossum n nocturnal arboreal marsupial having a naked prehensile tail found from southern North America to northern South America possum oppenheimer n United States physicist who directed the project at Los Alamos that developed the first atomic bomb (1904-1967) opponent n a contestant that you are matched against opposition,opposite opponent n someone who offers opposition adversary,antagonist opponent adj characterized by active hostility opposing opportune adj suitable or at a time that is suitable or advantageous especially for a particular purpose inopportune opportunism n taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others expedience opportunist n a person who places expediency above principle opportunist adj taking immediate advantage, often unethically, of any circumstance of possible benefit opportunistic opportunistic adj taking immediate advantage, often unethically, of any circumstance of possible benefit opportunist opportunity n a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances chance oppose v be against; express opposition to oppose v fight against or resist strongly fight,defend oppose v contrast with equal weight or force counterbalance oppose v set into opposition or rivalry pit,match opposed adj being in opposition or having an opponent unopposed opposing adj characterized by active hostility opponent opposite n a word that expresses a meaning opposed to the meaning of another word, in which case the two words are antonyms of each other opposite n a relation of direct opposition reverse,contrary opposite n a contestant that you are matched against opposition,opponent opposite n something inverted in sequence or character or effect inverse opposite adj being directly across from each other; facing opposite adj of leaves etc; growing in pairs on either side of a stem paired alternate opposite adj moving or facing away from each other opposite adj the other one of a complementary pair opposite adv directly facing each other opposition n the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with resistance opposition n the relation between opposed entities opposition n the act of hostile groups opposing each other confrontation opposition n a contestant that you are matched against opponent,opposite oppress v come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority suppress,crush oppress v cause to suffer persecute oppressed adj burdened psychologically or mentally laden oppression n the act of subjugating by cruelty oppression n the state of being kept down by unjust use of force or authority: "after years of oppression they finally revolted" oppression n a feeling of being oppressed oppressive adj weighing heavily on the senses or spirit oppressive adj marked by unjust severity or arbitrary behavior tyrannical,tyrannous oppressor n a person of authority who subjects others to undue pressures opprobrium n state of disgrace resulting from public abuse obloquy opprobrium n a state of extreme dishonor infamy oppugn v challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of question ops n (Roman mythology) goddess of abundance and fertility; wife of Saturn; counterpart of Greek Rhea and Cybele of ancient Asia Minor opt v select as an alternative over another choose,prefer optic n the organ of sight eye,oculus optic adj of or relating to or resembling the eye ocular,optical,ophthalmic optic adj relating to or using sight ocular,optical,visual optical adj of or relating to or involving light or optics optical adj relating to or using sight ocular,optic,visual optical adj of or relating to or resembling the eye ocular,optic,ophthalmic optically adv in an optical manner optician n a worker who makes glasses for remedying defects of vision optics n the branch of physics that studies the physical properties of light optics n optical properties optimal adj most desirable possible under a restriction expressed or implied optimum optimism n the optimistic feeling that all is going to turn out well pessimism optimism n a general disposition to expect the best in all things pessimism optimist n a person disposed to take a favorable view of things pessimist optimistic adj expecting the best in this best of all possible worlds pessimistic optimistic adj expecting the best affirmative optimistically adv with optimism; in an optimistic manner pessimistically optimization n the act of rendering optimal optimize v make optimal; get the most out of; use best optimize v modify to achieve maximum efficiency in storage capacity or time or cost optimize v act as an optimist and take a sunny view of the world optimum n most favorable conditions or greatest degree or amount possible under given circumstances optimum adj most desirable possible under a restriction expressed or implied optimal option n the right to buy or sell property at an agreed price; the right is purchased and if it is not exercised by a stated date the money is forfei option n one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen alternative,choice option n the act of choosing or selecting choice,selection,pick optional adj possible but not necessary; left to personal choice obligatory optionally adv in an optional manner optometrist n a person skilled in testing for defects of vision in order to prescribe corrective glasses oculist optometry n the practice of an optometrist opulence n wealth as evidenced by sumptuous living luxury opulent adj ostentatiously rich and superior in quality deluxe,gilded,grand,luxurious,princely,sumptuous,lush opus n a musical work that has been created composition,piece or n a state in northwestern United States on the Pacific oregon or n a room in a hospital equipped for the performance of surgical operations surgery oracle n an authoritative person who divines the future prophet,seer oracle n a prophecy (usually obscure or allegorical) revealed by a priest or priestess; believed to be infallible oracle n a shrine where an oracular god is consulted oral n an examination conducted by spoken communication viva oral adj using speech rather than writing unwritten oral adj of or relating to or affecting or for use in the mouth oral adj of or involving the mouth or mouth region or the surface on which the mouth is located buccal oral adj a stage in psychosexual development when the child's interest is concentrated in the mouth; fixation at this stage is said to result in depe anal orally adv (of drugs) through the mouth rather than through injection; by mouth orally adv by spoken rather than written means oran n a port city in northwestern Algeria and the country's 2nd largest city orang n large long-armed ape of Borneo and Sumatra having arboreal habits orangutan orange n round yellow to orange fruit of any of several citrus trees orange n orange color or pigment; any of a range of colors between red and yellow orange n any citrus tree bearing oranges orange n any pigment producing the orange color orange adj of the color between red and yellow; similar to the color of a ripe orange orangutan n large long-armed ape of Borneo and Sumatra having arboreal habits orang oration n an instance of oratory orator n a person who delivers a speech or oration rhetorician oratorical adj characteristic of an orator or oratory oratorio n a musical composition for voices and orchestra based on a religious text cantata oratory n addressing an audience formally (usually a long and rhetorical address and often pompous) orb n the ball-shaped capsule containing the vertebrate eye eyeball orb n an object with a spherical shape ball,globe orb v move in an orbit orbit,revolve orbit n the (usually elliptical) path described by one celestial body in its revolution about another orbit n a particular environment or walk of life sphere,domain,area,field,arena orbit n an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" scope,range,reach,compass orbit n the path of an electron around the nucleus of an atom orbit v move in an orbit orb,revolve orbital adj of or relating to an orbit orbital adj of or relating to the eye socket orbiter n man-made equipment that orbits around the earth or the moon satellite orca n predatory black-and-white toothed whale with large dorsal fin; common in cold seas killer orchard n garden consisting of a small cultivated wood without undergrowth grove,plantation orchestra n a musical organization consisting of a group of instrumentalists including string players orchestra n seating on the main floor in a theater orchestral adj relating to or composed for an orchestra orchestrate v write an orchestra score for orchestrate v plan and direct (a complex undertaking) mastermind,engineer,direct,organize orchestrated adj arranged for performance by an orchestra orchestration n an arrangement of a piece of music for performance by an orchestra or band orchestration n the act of arranging a piece of music for an orchestra and assigning parts to the different musical instruments instrumentation orchestration n an arrangement of events that attempts to achieve a maximum effect orchid n any of numerous plants of the orchid family usually having flowers of unusual shapes and beautiful colors orcus n (Roman mythology) god of the underworld; counterpart of Greek Hades pluto,dis ordain v order by virtue of superior authority; decree enact ordain v appoint to a clerical posts consecrate,order ordain v invest with ministerial or priestly authority ordain v issue an order ordained adj fixed or established especially by order or command appointed,decreed,prescribed ordained adj invested with ministerial or priestly functions ordeal n a severe or trying experience ordeal n a primitive method of determining a person's guilt or innocence by subjecting the accused person to dangerous or painful tests believed to b order n (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed order n a degree in a continuum of size or quantity order n established customary state (especially of society) disorder order n logical or comprehensible arrangement of separate elements ordering,ordination order v give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority tell,enjoin,say order v make a request for something order v issue commands or orders for prescribe,dictate order v bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations regulate,govern ordered adj having a systematic arrangement; especially having elements succeeding in order according to rule disordered ordered adj disposed or placed in a particular kind of order arranged ordered adj marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts coherent,consistent,logical ordering n logical or comprehensible arrangement of separate elements order,ordination ordering n the act of putting things in a sequential arrangement order orderliness n the quality of appreciating method and system orderliness n a condition of regular or proper arrangement order orderly n a soldier who serves as an attendant to a superior officer orderly n a male hospital attendant who has general duties that do not involve the medical treatment of patients orderly adj devoid of violence or disruption disorderly orderly adj clean or organized neat ordinance n an authoritative rule regulation ordinance n a statute enacted by a city government ordinance n the act of ordaining; the act of conferring (or receiving) holy orders ordination ordinarily adv under normal conditions normally,usually,commonly ordinary n a judge of a probate court ordinary n the expected or commonplace condition or situation ordinary n a clergyman appointed to prepare condemned prisoners for death ordinary n an early bicycle with a very large front wheel and small back wheel ordinary adj not exceptional in any way especially in quality or ability or size or degree extraordinary ordinary adj lacking special distinction, rank, or status; commonly encountered average ordination n the status of being ordained to a sacred office ordination n logical or comprehensible arrangement of separate elements ordering,order ordination n the act of ordaining; the act of conferring (or receiving) holy orders ordinance ordnance n military supplies munition ordnance n large but transportable armament artillery,gun ore n a mineral that contains metal that is valuable enough to be mined ore n a monetary subunit in Denmark and Norway and Sweden; 100 ore equal 1 krona oregano n aromatic Eurasian perennial marjoram oregano n pungent leaves used as seasoning with meats and fowl and in stews and soups and omelets marjoram oregon n a state in northwestern United States on the Pacific or oreide n alloy of copper and tin and zinc; used in imitation gold jewelry oreo n chocolate cookie with white cream filling orestes n (Greek mythology) the son of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra; his sister Electra persuaded him to avenge Agamemnon's death by killing Clytemnestr organ n a fully differentiated structural and functional unit in an animal that is specialized for some particular function organ n a government agency or instrument devoted to the performance of some specific function organ n (music) an electronic simulation of a pipe organ organ n a periodical that is published by a special interest group organelle n a specialized part of a cell; analogous to an organ organic n a fertilizer that is derived from animal or vegetable matter organic adj relating or belonging to the class of chemical compounds having a carbon basis inorganic organic adj being or relating to or derived from or having properties characteristic of living organisms inorganic organic adj involving or affecting physiology or bodily organs functional organic adj of or relating to foodstuff grown or raised without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides or hormones organically adv as an important constituent organically adv involving carbon compounds organically adv in an organic manner organisation n the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something administration,governance,establishment,brass,organization organisation n a group of people who work together organization organisation n an organized structure for arranging or classifying arrangement,organization,system organisation n an ordered manner; orderliness by virtue of being methodical and well organized organization,system organism n a living thing that has (or can develop) the ability to act or function independently being organism n a system considered analogous in structure or function to a living body organismic adj of or relating to or belonging to an organism (considered as a whole) organist n a person who plays an organ organization n a group of people who work together organisation organization n an organized structure for arranging or classifying arrangement,organisation,system organization n the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something administration,governance,establishment,brass,organisation organization n the act of organizing a business or an activity related to a business organisation organizational adj of or relating to an organization organize v create (as an entity) form organize v cause to be structured or ordered or operating according to some principle or idea disorganize organize v plan and direct (a complex undertaking) mastermind,engineer,direct,orchestrate organize v bring order and organization to coordinate organized adj formed into a structured or coherent whole, particularly on a large scale unorganized organized adj methodical and efficient in arrangement or function disorganized organized adj being a member of or formed into a labor union unionized organizer n a person who brings order and organization to an enterprise arranger organizer n someone who enlists workers to join a union organizer n a lightweight consumer electronic device that looks like a hand-held computer but instead performs specific tasks; can serve as a diary or a organs n edible viscera of a butchered animal orgasm n the moment of most intense pleasure in sexual intercourse climax,coming orgy n any act of immoderate indulgence binge,splurge orgy n secret rite in the cults of ancient Greek or Roman deities involving singing and dancing and drinking and sexual activity orgy n a wild gathering involving excessive drinking and promiscuity debauchery,riot,bacchanal,bacchanalia orient n the countries of Asia east orient n the hemisphere that includes Eurasia and Africa and Australia orient v be oriented point orient v determine one's position with reference to another point disorient orient v cause to point orient v familiarize (someone) with new surroundings or circumstances oriental adj denoting or characteristic of countries of the Far East orientated adj adjusted or located in relation to surroundings or circumstances; sometimes used in combination oriented orientation n the act of orienting orientation n an integrated set of attitudes and beliefs orientation n position or alignment relative to points of the compass or other specific directions orientation n a predisposition in favor of something predilection,preference oriented adj adjusted or located in relation to surroundings or circumstances; sometimes used in combination orientated orifice n an aperture or hole that opens into a bodily cavity opening,porta origami n the Japanese art of folding paper into shapes representing objects (e.g., flowers or birds) origanum n any of various fragrant aromatic herbs of the genus Origanum used as seasonings origin n the place where something begins, where it springs into being beginning,root,source origin n properties attributable to your ancestry descent,extraction origin n an event that is a beginning; a first part or stage of subsequent events origination,inception origin n the point of intersection of coordinate axes; where the values of the coordinates are all zero original n an original creation (i.e., an audio recording) from which copies can be made master original n something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies archetype,pilot original adj preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed original adj (of e.g. information) not secondhand or by way of something intermediary original adj being or productive of something fresh and unusual; or being as first made or thought of original adj not derived or copied or translated from something else originality n the ability to think and act independently originality n the quality of being new and original (not derived from something else) originally adv in an original manner originally adv with reference to the origin or beginning originally adv before now earlier originate v come into existence; take on form or shape arise,rise,develop,uprise,grow originate v bring into being initiate,start originate v begin a trip at a certain point, as of a plane, train, bus, etc. origination n an event that is a beginning; a first part or stage of subsequent events origin,inception origination n the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new initiation,founding,foundation,institution,creation,innovation,introduction originator n someone who creates new things mastermind oriole n mostly tropical songbird; the male is usually bright orange and black oriole n American songbird; male is black and orange or yellow orion n (Greek mythology) a giant Boeotian hunter who pursued the Pleiades and was eventually slain by Artemis; was then placed in the sky as a cons orion n a constellation on the equator to the east of Taurus; contains Betelgeuse and Rigel hunter orlando n a city in central Florida; site of Walt Disney World orleans n a city on the Loire river in north central France; site of the siege of Orleans by the English (1428-1429) orleans n a long siege of Orleans by the English was relieved by Joan of Arc in 1429 orly n a southeastern suburb of Paris; site of an international airport serving Paris ornament n something used to beautify decoration,ornamentation ornament v make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. decorate,adorn,grace,embellish,beautify ornament v be an ornament to ornamental n any plant grown for its beauty or ornamental value ornamental adj serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose cosmetic,decorative ornamentally adv in an ornamental, nonfunctional manner ornamentation n the state of being ornamented ornamentation n something used to beautify decoration,ornament ornamentation n the act of adding extraneous decorations to something embellishment ornate adj marked by elaborate rhetoric and elaborated with decorative details flowery ornately adv in an ornate manner ornery adj having a difficult and contrary disposition cantankerous,crotchety ornithological adj of or relating to ornithology ornithology n the branch of zoology that studies birds orphan n a child who has lost both parents orphan n someone or something who lacks support or care or supervision orphan n the first line of a paragraph that is set as the last line of a page or column orphan n a young animal without a mother orphan v deprive of parents orphanage n the condition of being a child without living parents orphanage n a public institution for the care of orphans orphaned adj deprived of parents by death or desertion orpheus n (Greek mythology) a great musician; when his wife Eurydice died he went to Hades to get her back but failed orphic adj ascribed to Orpheus or characteristic of ideas in works ascribed to Orpheus orphic adj having an import not apparent to the senses nor obvious to the intelligence; beyond ordinary understanding mysterious,mystic,mystical,occult,secret orpiment n a yellow mineral occurring in conjunction with realgar; an ore of arsenic orr n Canadian hockey player (born 1948) orrery n planetarium consisting of an apparatus that illustrates the relative positions and motions of bodies in the solar system by rotation and rev orris n German iris having large white flowers with lavender-tinged falls and a fragrant rhizome orris n fragrant rootstock of various irises especially Florentine iris; used in perfumes and medicines ortega n Nicaraguan statesman (born in 1945) orthoclase n a white or colored monoclinic feldspar orthodontia n the branch of dentistry dealing with the prevention or correction of irregularities of the teeth orthodontics orthodontic adj of or relating to or involving or practicing orthodontics orthodontics n the branch of dentistry dealing with the prevention or correction of irregularities of the teeth orthodontia orthodontist n a dentist specializing in the prevention or correction of irregularities of the teeth orthodox adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of Judaism orthodox adj adhering to what is commonly accepted unorthodox orthodox adj of or relating to or characteristic of the Eastern Orthodox Church orthodoxy n the quality of being orthodox (especially in religion) orthodoxy n a belief or orientation agreeing with conventional standards orthogonal adj not pertinent to the matter under consideration extraneous,immaterial,impertinent orthogonal adj statistically unrelated orthogonal adj having a set of mutually perpendicular axes; meeting at right angles rectangular orthographic adj of or relating to or expressed in orthography orthography n a method of representing the sounds of a language by written or printed symbols orthopedic adj of or relating to orthopedics orthopedist n a specialist in correcting deformities of the skeletal system (especially in children) ortolan n brownish Old World bunting often eaten as a delicacy orwell n imaginative British writer concerned with social justice (1903-1950) oryx n large African antelope with long straight nearly upright horns os n a mouth or mouthlike opening os n a hard brittle blue-grey or blue-black metallic element that is one of the platinum metals; the heaviest metal known osmium os n (computer science) software that controls the execution of computer programs and may provide various services os n the left eye osage n a member of the Siouan people formerly living in Missouri in the valleys of the Missouri and Osage rivers; oil was found on Osage lands earl osage n a river in Missouri that is a tributary of the Missouri River osage n the Dhegiha dialect spoken by the Osage osaka n port city on southern Honshu on Osaka Bay; a commercial and industrial center of Japan osborne n English playwright (1929-1994) oscan n an Oscan-speaking member of an ancient people of Campania oscan n an extinct Italic language of ancient southern Italy oscar n an annual award by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for achievements in motion picture production and performance oscillate v be undecided about something; waver between conflicting positions or courses of action hover,vibrate,vacillate oscillate v move or swing from side to side regularly vibrate oscillating adj having periodic vibrations oscillatory oscillation n the process of oscillating between states oscillation n (physics) a regular periodic variation in value about a mean vibration oscillation n a single complete execution of a periodically repeated phenomenon cycle oscillator n generator that produces sonic oscillations or alternating current oscillatory adj having periodic vibrations oscillating oscilloscope n electronic equipment that provides visual images of varying electrical quantities scope,cro osculate v be intermediate between two taxonomic groups osculate v have at least three points in common with osculate v touch with the lips or press the lips (against someone's mouth or other body part) as an expression of love, greeting, etc. snog,kiss,buss osier n flexible twig of a willow tree osier n any of various willows having pliable twigs used in basketry and furniture osiris n Egyptian god of the underworld and judge of the dead; husband and brother of Isis; father of Horus oslo n the capital and largest city of Norway; the country's main port; located at the head of a fjord on Norway's southern coast osmanthus n widely distributed genus of evergreen shrubs or trees of southern United States and Middle East and China and Japan osmium n a hard brittle blue-grey or blue-black metallic element that is one of the platinum metals; the heaviest metal known os osmosis n (biology, chemistry) diffusion of molecules through a semipermeable membrane from a place of higher concentration to a place of lower concen osmotic adj of or relating to osmosis osmund n any fern of the genus Osmunda: large ferns with creeping rhizomes; naked sporangia are on modified fronds that resemble flower clusters osprey n large harmless hawk found worldwide that feeds on fish and builds a bulky nest often occupied for years ossification n the developmental process of bone formation ossification n the calcification of soft tissue into a bonelike material ossification n the process of becoming rigidly fixed in a conventional pattern of thought or behavior ossification n hardened conventionality conformity ossified adj set in a rigidly conventional pattern of behavior, habits, or beliefs fossilized ossify v become bony ossify v make rigid and set into a conventional pattern petrify ossify v cause to become hard and bony ostensible adj appearing as such but not necessarily so apparent,seeming ostensible adj represented or appearing as such; pretended ostensibly adv from appearances alone apparently,seemingly ostentate v display proudly; act ostentatiously or pretentiously flaunt,flash,swank ostentation n a gaudy outward display fanfare,flash ostentation n lack of elegance as a consequence of being pompous and puffed up with vanity pomposity,pompousness,inflation ostentation n pretentious or showy or vulgar display ostentatious adj intended to attract notice and impress others pretentious ostentatious adj (of a display) tawdry or vulgar pretentious ostentatiously adv with ostentation; in an ostentatious manner osteoarthritis n chronic breakdown of cartilage in the joints; the most common form of arthritis occurring usually after middle age osteoporosis n abnormal loss of bony tissue resulting in fragile porous bones attributable to a lack of calcium; most common in postmenopausal women ostler n someone employed in a stable to take care of the horses groom,hostler ostracism n the state of being banished or ostracized (excluded from society by general consent) banishment,coventry ostracism n the act of excluding someone from society by general consent ostracize v expel from a community or group banish,ban,shun,blackball ostracize v avoid speaking to or dealing with ostrich n a person who refuses to face reality or recognize the truth (a reference to the popular notion that the ostrich hides from danger by burying ostrich n fast-running African flightless bird with two-toed feet; largest living bird ostrogoth n a member of the eastern group of Goths who created a kingdom in northern Italy around 500 AD oswald n United States assassin of President John F. Kennedy (1939-1963) othello n the hero of William Shakespeare's tragedy who would not trust his wife other adj not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied same other adj recently past other adj belonging to the distant past early,former other adj very unusual; different in character or quality from the normal or expected otherness n the quality of being not alike; being distinct or different from that otherwise experienced or known distinctness,separateness otherwise adj other than as supposed or expected otherwise adv in other respects or ways otherwise adv in another and different manner differently otherworld n an abstract spiritual world beyond earthly reality otherworldly adj existing outside of or not in accordance with nature transcendental otiose adj serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being pointless,purposeless,senseless,superfluous,wasted otiose adj producing no result or effect futile,ineffectual,unavailing,meaningless otiose adj disinclined to work or exertion indolent,lazy otis n United States inventor who manufactured the first elevator with a safety device (1811-1861) otis n type genus of the Otididae: European bustard otology n the branch of medicine concerned with the ear ottawa n a member of the Algonquian people of southern Ontario ottawa n a river in southeastern Canada that flows along the boundary between Quebec and Ontario to the Saint Lawrence River near Montreal ottawa n the capital of Canada (located in southeastern Ontario across the Ottawa river from Quebec) otter n the fur of an otter otter n freshwater carnivorous mammal having webbed and clawed feet and dark brown fur ottoman n a Turk (especially a Turk who is a member of the tribe of Osman I) ottoman n the Turkish dynasty that ruled the Ottoman Empire from the 13th century to its dissolution after World War I ottoman n thick cushion used as a seat pouf,puff ottoman n a low seat or a stool to rest the feet of a seated person footstool,footrest ottoman adj of or relating to the Ottoman Empire or its people or its culture ottumwa n a town in southeast Iowa ouija n a board with the alphabet on it; used with a planchette to spell out supernatural messages ounce n a unit of apothecary weight equal to 480 grains or one twelfth of a troy pound ounce n a unit of weight equal to one sixteenth of a pound or 16 drams or 28.349 grams ounce n large feline of upland central Asia having long thick whitish fur oust v remove from a position or office expel oust v remove and replace ouster n a person who ousts or supplants someone else ejector ouster n a wrongful dispossession ouster n the act of ejecting someone or forcing them out ousting ousting n the act of ejecting someone or forcing them out ouster out n (baseball) a failure by a batter or runner to reach a base safely in baseball out v to state openly and publicly one's homosexuality out v reveal (something) about somebody's identity or lifestyle out v be made known; be disclosed or revealed out adj not allowed to continue to bat or run safe out adj being out or having grown cold extinct out adj not worth considering as a possibility out adj out of power; especially having been unsuccessful in an election out adv away from home out adv moving or appearing to move away from a place, especially one that is enclosed or hidden out adv from one's possession away outage n the amount of something (as whiskey or oil) lost in storage or transportation outage n a temporary suspension of operation (as of computers) outback n the bush country of the interior of Australia outback adj inaccessible and sparsely populated remote outbid v bid over an opponent's bid when one's partner has not bid or doubled outbid v bid higher than others underbid outboard n a motorboat with an outboard motor outboard n internal-combustion engine that mounts at stern of small boat outboard adj located away from the midline of a vessel or aircraft inboard outbound adj that is going out or leaving outward outbreak n a sudden violent spontaneous occurrence (usually of some undesirable condition) eruption outburst n an unrestrained expression of emotion gush,blowup outburst n a sudden intense happening burst outburst n a sudden violent disturbance outcast n a person who is rejected (from society or home) castaway,pariah,ishmael outcast adj excluded from a society friendless outcaste n a person belonging to no caste outcaste adj not belonging to or having been expelled from a caste and thus having no place or status in society casteless outclass v cause to appear in a lower class outclassed adj decisively surpassed by something else so as to appear to be of a lower class outcome n something that results result,resultant,termination outcome n a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon consequence,effect,result,event,issue,upshot outcrop n the part of a rock formation that appears above the surface of the surrounding land outcrop v appear on the surface, come to the surface on the ground outcry n a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition cry,call,yell,shout outcry v shout louder than outcry v utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy exclaim,cry,shout outdated adj old; no longer valid or fashionable outdistance v go far ahead of outstrip,distance outdo v be or do something to a greater degree surpass,outstrip,outmatch,outgo,exceed,surmount,outperform outdo v get the better of outflank,trump,best,scoop outdoor adj located, suited for, or taking place in the open air outside indoor outdoor adj pertaining to or concerning the outdoors or outdoor activities outdoors n where the air is unconfined open outdoors adv outside a building outside indoors outdoorsman n a person who spends time outdoors (e.g., hunting or fishing) outer adj being on the outside or further from a center inner outer adj located outside outer adj being on or toward the outside of the body outercourse n sexual stimulation without vaginal penetration outermost adj situated at the farthest possible point from a center outerwear n clothing for use outdoors outfall n the outlet of a river or drain or other source of water outfield n the area of a baseball playing field beyond the lines connecting the bases infield outfielder n (baseball) a person who plays in the outfield outfielder n a fielder in cricket who is stationed in the outfield outfit n any cohesive unit such as a military company outfit n a set of clothing (with accessories) rig,turnout outfit n gear consisting of a set of articles or tools for a specified purpose kit outfit v provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose equip,fit outfitted adj furnished with essential equipment for a particular occupation or undertaking occupation outfitted adj equipped with appropriate wearing apparel and accessories outfitter n someone who sells men's clothes outfitter n a shop that provides equipment for some specific purpose outfitting n the act of renovating and fitting out a ship outflank v go around the flank of (an opposing army) outflank v get the better of outdo,trump,best,scoop outflow n the discharge of a fluid from some container escape,leak,leakage outflow n the process of flowing out effluence,efflux inflow outflow n a natural flow of ground water spring,fountain,outpouring outgo n money paid out; an amount spent spending,expenditure,outlay income outgo v be or do something to a greater degree surpass,outstrip,outmatch,exceed,outdo,surmount,outperform outgoing adj leaving a place or a position incoming outgoing adj retiring from a position or office incoming outgoing adj at ease in talking to others extroverted,forthcoming outgrow v grow too large or too mature for outgrow v grow faster than outgrowth n a natural consequence of development branch,offshoot,offset outgrowth n the gradual beginning or coming forth emergence,growth outgrowth n a natural prolongation or projection from a part of an organism either animal or plant process,appendage outguess v attempt to anticipate or predict outhouse n a small outbuilding with a bench having holes through which a user can defecate privy,jakes outing n a journey taken for pleasure excursion,jaunt,junket,expedition,sashay outing n a day devoted to an outdoor social gathering picnic outlandish adj conspicuously or grossly unconventional or unusual bizarre,eccentric,freakish,freaky,flaky,gonzo outlast v live longer than outlive,survive outlaw n someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime criminal,felon,crook,malefactor outlaw v declare illegal; outlaw legalize outlaw adj contrary to or forbidden by law illegitimate,illicit,outlawed,unlawful outlaw adj disobedient to or defiant of law lawless outlawed adj contrary to or forbidden by law illegitimate,illicit,outlaw,unlawful outlawry n illegality as a consequence of unlawful acts; defiance of the law lawlessness outlay n the act of spending or disbursing money spending,disbursement outlay n money paid out; an amount spent outgo,spending,expenditure outlet n a place of business for retailing goods outlet n receptacle providing a place in a wiring system where current can be taken to run electrical devices outlet n an opening that permits escape or release exit,issue outlet n activity that frees or expresses creative energy or emotion release,vent outlier n a person who lives away from his place of work outlier n an extreme deviation from the mean outline n the line that appears to bound an object outline n a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory synopsis,abstract,precis outline n a schematic or preliminary plan schema,scheme outline v describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of sketch outline v draw up an outline or sketch for something draft outline v trace the shape of delineate,limn outlined adj showing clearly the outline or profile or boundary defined outlive v live longer than outlast,survive outlook n a habitual or characteristic mental attitude that determines how you will interpret and respond to situations mentality,mindset outlook n belief about (or mental picture of) the future expectation,prospect outlook n the act of looking out lookout outlying adj relatively far from a center or middle outmaneuver v defeat by more skillful maneuvering outsmart outmatch v be or do something to a greater degree surpass,outstrip,outgo,exceed,outdo,surmount,outperform outmode v make unfashionable, outdated, or obsolete outmoded adj out of fashion antique,ex,passe outnumber v be larger in number outpace v surpass in speed outpatient n a patient who does not reside in the hospital where he is being treated inpatient outperform v be or do something to a greater degree surpass,outstrip,outmatch,outgo,exceed,outdo,surmount outplay v excel or defeat in a game outpost n a station in a remote or sparsely populated location outpost n a settlement on the frontier of civilization outpost n a military post stationed at a distance from the main body of troops outpouring n a natural flow of ground water spring,fountain,outflow outpouring n a sudden rapid flow (as of water) flush,gush outpouring n the pouring forth of a fluid discharge,run outpouring n the rapid and continuous delivery of linguistic communication (spoken or written) barrage,bombardment,onslaught output n final product; the things produced output n production of a certain amount yield output n signal that comes out of an electronic system output n the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time) yield,production output v to create or manufacture a specific amount outrage n a feeling of righteous anger indignation outrage n a wantonly cruel act outrage n a disgraceful event scandal outrage n the act of scandalizing outrage v strike with disgust or revulsion shock,offend,scandalize,appall outrage v violate the sacred character of a place or language desecrate,profane,violate outrage v force (someone) to have sex against their will rape,violate,assault,dishonor,dishonour outraged adj angered at something unjust or wrong indignant,incensed outrageous adj grossly offensive to decency or morality; causing horror hideous,horrid,horrific outrageous adj greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation exorbitant,extortionate,steep,unconscionable outrageously adv in a very offensive manner outrageously adv to an extravagant or immoderate degree outrageousness n excessive excess outrageousness n the quality of being outrageous enormity outrank v take precedence or surpass others in rank rank outreach n the act of reaching out outride v hang on during a trial of endurance stay outride v ride better, faster, or further than outrider n an escort who rides ahead (as a member of the vanguard) outrigger n a stabilizer for a canoe; spars attach to a shaped log or float parallel to the hull outright adj without reservation or exception unlimited outright adv without restrictions or stipulations or further payments outright adv without reservation or concealment outright adv without any delay instantaneously,instantly outrun v run faster than outscore v score more points than one's opponents outsell v be sold more often than other, similar products outsell v sell more than others outset n the time at which something is supposed to begin beginning,commencement,first,start,kickoff,showtime,offset outshine v shine brighter than outshine v attract more attention and praise than others outside n the region that is outside of something exterior inside outside n the outer side or surface of something exterior inside outside adj relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit inside outside adj coming from the outside external,extraneous outside adj originating or belonging beyond some bounds outside adj located, suited for, or taking place in the open air outdoor outside adv outside a building outdoors inside outside adv on the outside inside outsider n someone who is excluded from or is not a member of a group foreigner outsider n a contestant (human or animal) not considered to have a good chance to win outsize n an unusual garment size (especially one that is very large) outsize adj larger than normal for its kind outsized,oversize,oversized outsized adj larger than normal for its kind outsize,oversize,oversized outskirt n a part of the city far removed from the center fringe outskirts n outlying areas (as of a city or town) outsmart v beat through cleverness and wit outwit,overreach,beat,circumvent outsmart v defeat by more skillful maneuvering outmaneuver outspoken adj given to expressing yourself freely or insistently vocal outspoken adj characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion blunt,candid,forthright,frank outspokenness n the trait of being blunt and outspoken frankness outstanding adj distinguished from others in excellence outstanding adj having a quality that thrusts itself into attention prominent,salient,spectacular,striking outstanding adj owed as a debt owing outstanding adj of major significance or importance great outstandingly adv in an outstanding manner or to an outstanding degree outstretched adj fully extended especially in length outstrip v be or do something to a greater degree surpass,outmatch,outgo,exceed,outdo,surmount,outperform outstrip v go far ahead of outdistance,distance outvote v defeat by a majority of votes outward adj relating to physical reality rather than with thoughts or the mind inward outward adj that is going out or leaving outbound outward adv toward the outside outwards inward outwardly adv with respect to the outside externally outwardly adv in outward appearance inwardly outwardness n concern with outward things or material objects as opposed to the mind and spirit outwardness n the quality or state of being outside or directed toward or relating to the outside or exterior outwardness n a concern with or responsiveness to outward things (especially material objects as opposed to ideal concepts) outwards adv toward the outside outward outweigh v be heavier than outweigh v weigh more heavily overbalance outwit v beat through cleverness and wit overreach,outsmart,beat,circumvent outwork n subsidiary defensive structure lying outside the main fortified area ouzel n common black European thrush blackbird,merl,merle ouzo n a Greek liquor flavored with anise oval n a closed plane curve resulting from the intersection of a circular cone and a plane cutting completely through it ellipse oval adj rounded like an egg elliptical,ovate,ovoid,prolate ovarian adj of or involving the ovaries ovary n the organ that bears the ovules of a flower ovary n (vertebrates) one of usually two organs that produce ova and secrete estrogen and progesterone ovate adj of a leaf shape; egg-shaped with the broader end at the base ovate adj rounded like an egg elliptical,oval,ovoid,prolate ovation n enthusiastic recognition (especially one accompanied by loud applause) oven n kitchen appliance used for baking or roasting over n (cricket) the division of play during which six balls are bowled at the batsman by one player from the other team from the same end of the p over adj having come or been brought to a conclusion complete,concluded,ended,terminated over adv at or to a point across intervening space etc. over adv throughout an area over adv throughout a period of time over adv beyond the top or upper surface or edge; forward from an upright position overabundance n the state of being more than full surfeit,excess overabundance n a quantity that is more than what is appropriate overact v exaggerate one's acting ham,overplay overactive adj more active than normal hyperactive overage n a surplus or excess of money or merchandise that is actually on hand and that exceeds expectations overage adj too old to be useful overall n (usually plural) work clothing consisting of denim trousers (usually with a bib and shoulder straps) overall n a loose protective coverall or smock worn over ordinary clothing for dirty work overall adj involving only main features overall adj including everything overambitious adj excessively ambitious overawe v subdue, restrain, or overcome by affecting with a feeling of awe; frighten (as with threats) cow overbalance v weigh more heavily outweigh overbalance v cause to be off balance overbear v overcome overbear v bear too much overbear v contract the abdominal muscles during childbirth to ease delivery overbearing adj expecting unquestioning obedience authoritarian,dictatorial overbearing adj having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy disdainful,haughty,imperious,lordly,sniffy,supercilious,swaggering overbid n a bid that is higher than preceding bids overbid n (bridge) a bid that is higher than your opponent's bid (especially when your partner has not bid at all and your bid exceeds the value of yo overcall overbid v to bid for more tricks than one can expect to win, overbid v bid more than the object is worth underbid overbite n (dentistry) malocclusion in which the upper teeth extend abnormally far over the lower teeth overblown adj puffed up with vanity grandiloquent,pompous,pontifical,portentous overblown adj past the stage of full bloom overboard adv to extremes overboard adv from on board a vessel into the water overburden n the surface soil that must be moved away to get at coal seams and mineral deposits overburden n an excessive burden overload overburden v burden with too much work or responsibility overburden v load with excessive weight overburdened adj heavily burdened with work or cares overcall n (bridge) a bid that is higher than your opponent's bid (especially when your partner has not bid at all and your bid exceeds the value of yo overbid overcast n the state of the sky when it is covered by clouds cloudiness overcast n gloomy semidarkness caused by cloud cover cloudiness overcast n a long whipstitch or overhand stitch overlying an edge to prevent raveling overcast n a cast that falls beyond the intended spot overcast v make overcast or cloudy cloud overcast v sew over the edge of with long slanting wide stitches overcast v sew with an overcast stitch from one section to the next overcast adj filled or abounding with clouds clouded overcharge n a price that is too high overcharge v rip off; ask an unreasonable price soak,surcharge,gazump,fleece,plume,pluck,rob,hook overcharge v place too much a load on overload,surcharge overcoat n a heavy coat worn over clothes in winter topcoat overcoat n an additional protective coating (as of paint or varnish) overcome v win a victory over defeat overcome v get on top of; deal with successfully subdue,surmount,master overcome v overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli overwhelm,overpower,whelm,overtake overcome v overcome, usually through no fault or weakness of the person that is overcome overconfidence n total certainty or greater certainty than circumstances warrant certitude overconfident adj marked by excessive confidence positive overcook v cook too long overcrowd v cause to crowd together too much overcrowd v crowd together too much overdo v do something to an excessive degree exaggerate overdone adj represented as greater than is true or reasonable exaggerated,overstated overdone adj cooked too long but still edible overdose v dose too heavily overdraft n a draft in excess of the credit balance overdraw v draw more money from than is available overdraw v to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth overstate,exaggerate,magnify,amplify overdress v dress too warmly overdress v put on special clothes to appear particularly appealing and attractive prink,attire overdrive n the state of high or excessive activity or productivity or concentration overdrive n a high gear used at high speeds to maintain the driving speed with less output power overdrive v drive or work too hard overdrive v make use of too often or too extensively overuse overdue adj past due; not paid at the scheduled time delinquent overeager adj excessively eager overeat v overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself gorge,glut,stuff,binge overeating n eating to excess (personified as one of the deadly sins) gluttony,gula overemotional adj excessively or abnormally emotional sloppy overemphasize v place special or excessive emphasis on overenthusiastic adj unduly enthusiastic overestimate n an appraisal that is too high overvaluation overestimate n a calculation that results in an estimate that is too high overrating overestimate v make too high an estimate of overrate underestimate overestimate v assign too high a value to overvalue underestimate overexcited adj unduly excited overexpose v expose to too much light overexpose v expose excessively overexposure n the act of exposing film to too much light or for too long a time overexposure n the act of exposing someone excessively to an influencing experience overextend v strain excessively overfed adj too well nourished overfeed v feed excessively overfill v fill beyond capacity overflow n a large flow flood,outpouring overflow n the occurrence of surplus liquid (as water) exceeding the limit or capacity runoff,overspill overflow v flow or run over (a limit or brim) overrun overflow v overflow with a certain feeling overflowing adj covered with water afloat,awash,flooded,inundated overfly v fly over overgenerous adj very generous lavish,unsparing,unstinting overgrown adj covered with growing plants overgrown adj abounding in usually unwanted vegetation overgrowth n excessive size; usually caused by excessive secretion of growth hormone from the pituitary gland overgrowth n a profusion of growth on or over something else overhang n projection that extends beyond or hangs over something else overhang v project over overhang v be suspended over or hang over beetle overhaul n periodic maintenance on a car or machine service overhaul n the act of improving by renewing and restoring renovation,redevelopment overhaul v travel past pass,overtake overhaul v make repairs, renovations, revisions or adjustments to modernize overhead n the expense of maintaining property (e.g., paying property taxes and utilities and insurance); it does not include depreciation or the cost overhead n (computer science) the processing time required by a device prior to the execution of a command overhead n (computer science) the disk space required for information that is not data but is used for location and timing overhead n a transparency for use with an overhead projector overhead adj located or originating from above surface,subsurface overhead adv above your head; in the sky overhead adv above the head; over the head overhear v hear, usually without the knowledge of the speakers catch overheat v get excessively and undesirably hot overheat v make excessively or undesirably hot overheated adj heated beyond a safe or desirable point overheating n excessive heating overjoyed adj extremely joyful overkill n the capability to obliterate a target with more weapons (especially nuclear weapons) than are required overkill n any effort that seems to go farther than would be necessary to achieve its goal overland adj traveling or passing over land overlap n a representation of common ground between theories or phenomena convergence,intersection overlap n the property of partial coincidence in time overlap n a flap that lies over another part lap overlap v coincide partially or wholly overlap v extend over and cover a part of overlapping n covering with a design in which one element covers a part of another (as with tiles or shingles) lapping overlay n protective covering consisting, for example, of a layer of boards applied to the studs and joists of a building to strengthen it and serve a sheathing overlay n a layer of decorative material (such as gold leaf or wood veneer) applied over a surface overlay v put something on top of something else cover overlay v kill by lying on overlie overleap v defeat (oneself) by going too far overleap v jump across or leap over (an obstacle) vault overleap v leave undone or leave out neglect,omit,drop,miss,overlook overlie v lie upon; lie on top of overlie v kill by lying on overlay overload n an electrical load that exceeds the available electrical power overload n an excessive burden overburden overload v become overloaded overload v fill to excess so that function is impaired clog overload v place too much a load on surcharge,overcharge overloaded adj loaded past capacity overlook n a high place affording a good view overlook v look past, fail to notice overlook v be oriented in a certain direction overlook v leave undone or leave out neglect,omit,drop,miss,overleap overlook v look down on dominate,command,overtop overlooked adj not taken into account unmarked overlooking adj used of a height or viewpoint commanding,dominating overlord n a person who has general authority over others master,lord overly adv to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits excessively,too overlying adj placed on or over something else superimposed overnight adj lasting, open, or operating through the whole night overnight adv during or for the length of one night overnight adv happening in a short time or with great speed overnighter n a guest who stays overnight overnighter n a small traveling bag to carry clothing and accessories for staying overnight overpass n bridge formed by the upper level of a crossing of two highways at different levels flyover overpay v pay too much underpay overpayment n a payment larger than needed or expected overpayment n the act of paying too much overplay v exaggerate one's acting overact,ham overpopulate v cause to have too great a population overpopulation n too much population overpower v overcome by superior force overwhelm overpower v overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli overwhelm,whelm,overcome,overtake overpowering adj so strong as to be irresistible overwhelming overpraise v praise excessively overpressure n a transient air pressure greater than the surrounding atmospheric pressure overprice v price excessively high overpriced adj too costly for the value overprint n something added by overprinting overprint v print (additional text or colors) onto an already imprinted paper overproduce v produce in excess; produce more than needed or wanted overproduce v produce in excess overproduction n too much production or more than expected overrun overprotect v care for like a mother mother,fuss overprotect v protect excessively overprotective adj overly protective overrate v make too high an estimate of overestimate overrating n a calculation that results in an estimate that is too high overestimate overreach v fail by aiming too high or trying too hard overreach v beat through cleverness and wit outwit,outsmart,beat,circumvent overreaching adj revealing excessive self-confidence; reaching for the heights vaulting overreact v show an exaggerated response to something overreaction n an excessive reaction; a reaction with inappropriate emotional behavior override n a manually operated device to correct the operation of an automatic device override n the act of nullifying; making null and void; counteracting or overriding the effect or force of something nullification override v rule against overrule,overturn,overthrow,reverse override v prevail over override v counteract the normal operation of (an automatic gear shift in a vehicle) override v ride (a horse) too hard overriding adj having superior power and influence paramount,predominant,predominate overripe adj too ripe and beginning to turn soft overrule v rule against overturn,override,overthrow,reverse overrun n too much production or more than expected overproduction overrun v invade in great numbers infest overrun v occupy in large numbers or live on a host invade,infest overrun v flow or run over (a limit or brim) overflow overrun v seize the position of and defeat oversea adj being or passing over or across the sea overseas oversea adv beyond or across the sea overseas overseas adj in a foreign country abroad overseas adj being or passing over or across the sea oversea overseas adv beyond or across the sea oversea overseas adv in a place across an ocean abroad oversee v watch and direct supervise,superintend,manage overseer n a person who directs and manages an organization superintendent oversensitive adj unduly sensitive or thin-skinned overshadow v be greater in significance than dominate,eclipse overshadow v make appear small by comparison shadow,dwarf overshadow v cast a shadow upon overshoe n footwear that protects your shoes from water or snow or cold overshoot n an approach that fails and gives way to another attempt overshoot v shoot beyond or over (a target) overshoot v aim too high overshot adj having an upper part projecting beyond the lower overside adv over the side of a boat oversight n an unintentional omission resulting from failure to notice something inadvertence oversight n management by overseeing the performance or operation of a person or group supervision,supervising oversight n a mistake resulting from inattention lapse oversimplification n an act of excessive simplification; the act of making something seem simpler than it really is oversimplification n a simplification that goes too far (to the point of misrepresentation) oversimplify v simplify to an excessive degree oversimplify v make too simple oversize adj larger than normal for its kind outsize,outsized,oversized oversized adj larger than normal for its kind outsize,outsized,oversize overskirt n an outer skirt worn over another skirt oversleep v sleep longer than intended overspecialize v become overly specialized overspend v spend more than available of (a budget) overspend v spend at a high rate overspill n the relocation of people from overcrowded cities; they are accommodated in new houses or apartments in smaller towns overspill n the occurrence of surplus liquid (as water) exceeding the limit or capacity overflow,runoff overstate v to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth exaggerate,overdraw,magnify,amplify understate overstated adj represented as greater than is true or reasonable exaggerated,overdone overstatement n making to seem more important than it really is exaggeration,magnification understatement overstay v stay too long overstep v pass beyond (limits or boundaries) transgress,trespass overstep v be superior or better than some standard exceed,transcend,pass,top overstock v stock excessively overstuff v stuff too much overstuffed adj upholstered thickly and deeply oversubscribed adj sold in excess of available supply especially season tickets oversupply n the quality of being so overabundant that prices fall glut,surfeit oversupply v supply with an excess of flood,glut overt adj open and observable; not secret or hidden open covert overtake v catch up with and possibly overtake catch overtake v travel past pass,overhaul overtake v overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli overwhelm,overpower,whelm,overcome overtaking n going by something that is moving in order to get in front of it passing overtax v tax excessively overthrow n the termination of a ruler or institution (especially by force) overthrow n the act of disturbing the mind or body upset overthrow v cause the downfall of; of rulers subvert,overturn overthrow v rule against overrule,overturn,override,reverse overtime n work done in addition to regular working hours overtime n playing time beyond regulation, to break a tie overtime adv beyond the regular time overtly adv in an overt manner covertly overtone n (usually plural) an ulterior implicit meaning or quality overtone n a harmonic with a frequency that is a multiple of the fundamental frequency partial overtop v look down on dominate,command,overlook overture n orchestral music played at the beginning of an opera or oratorio overture n something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows preliminary,prelude overture n a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others advance,approach,feeler overturn n the act of upsetting something upset,turnover overturn n an improbable and unexpected victory upset overturn v turn from an upright or normal position overturn v cause to overturn from an upright or normal position upset overturn v rule against overrule,override,overthrow,reverse overturn v cause the downfall of; of rulers overthrow,subvert overturned adj having been turned so that the bottom is no longer the bottom upset overuse n exploitation to the point of diminishing returns overuse v make use of too often or too extensively overdrive overvaluation n an appraisal that is too high overestimate overvaluation n too high a value or price assigned to something overvalue v assign too high a value to overestimate undervalue overview n a general summary of a subject overweary v tire excessively overweight n the property of excessive fatness stoutness overweight adj usually describes a large person who is fat but has a large frame to carry it fleshy,heavy overwhelm v overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli overpower,whelm,overcome,overtake overwhelm v charge someone with too many tasks deluge overwhelm v cover completely or make imperceptible submerge,drown overwhelm v overcome by superior force overpower overwhelming adj so strong as to be irresistible overpowering overwhelming adj very strong; urgently felt consuming overwhelmingly adv incapable of being resisted irresistibly overwinter v spend the winter winter overwork n the act of working too much or too long overworking overwork v use too much overwork v work excessively hard exploit overworking n the act of working too much or too long overwork overwrite v write new data on top of existing data and thus erase the previously existing data overwrought adj deeply agitated especially from emotion distraught overzealous adj marked by excessive enthusiasm for and intense devotion to a cause or idea fanatic,fanatical,rabid oviparous adj egg-laying ovoviviparous,viviparous ovoid n an egg-shaped object ovoid adj rounded like an egg elliptical,oval,ovate,prolate ovoviviparous adj producing living young from eggs that hatch within the body viviparous,oviparous ovulation n the expulsion of an ovum from the ovary (usually midway in the menstrual cycle) ovule n a small body that contains the female germ cell of a plant; develops into a seed after fertilization ovule n a small or immature ovum ovum n the female reproductive cell; the female gamete owe v be obliged to pay or repay owe v be indebted to, in an abstract or intellectual sense owe v be in debt owen n Welsh industrialist and social reformer who founded cooperative communities (1771-1858) owen n English comparative anatomist and paleontologist who was an opponent of Darwinism (1804-1892) owens n United States athlete and Black American whose success in the 1936 Olympic Games in Berlin outraged Hitler (1913-1980) owing adj owed as a debt outstanding owl n nocturnal bird of prey with hawk-like beak and claws and large head with front-facing eyes hooter owlet n young owl owlish adj resembling an owl; solemn and wise in appearance own v have ownership or possession of have,possess own adj belonging to or on behalf of a specified person (especially yourself); preceded by a possessive owned adj having an owner; often used in combination owner n (law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business proprietor owner n a person who owns something possessor ownership n the relation of an owner to the thing possessed; possession with the right to transfer possession to others ownership n the act of having and controlling property possession ownership n the state or fact of being an owner ox n an adult castrated bull of the genus Bos; especially Bos taurus ox n any of various wild bovines especially of the genera Bos or closely related Bibos oxalis n any plant or flower of the genus Oxalis sorrel oxbow n the land inside an oxbow bend in a river oxbow n a U-shaped curve in a stream oxbow n a wooden framework bent in the shape of a U; its upper ends are attached to the horizontal yoke and the loop goes around the neck of an ox oxcart n a cart that is drawn by an ox oxen n domesticated bovine animals as a group regardless of sex or age cattle,cows,kine oxford n a city in southern England to the northwest of London; site of Oxford University oxford n a university town in northern Mississippi; home of William Faulkner oxford n a university in England oxford n a low shoe laced over the instep oxidant n a substance that oxidizes another substance oxidizer oxidase n any of the enzymes that catalyze biological oxidation oxidation n the process of oxidizing; the addition of oxygen to a compound with a loss of electrons; always occurs accompanied by reduction oxidative adj taking place in the presence of oxygen oxide n any compound of oxygen with another element or a radical oxidize v enter into a combination with oxygen or become converted into an oxide oxidize v add oxygen to or combine with oxygen oxidized adj combined with or having undergone a chemical reaction with oxygen oxidizer n a substance that oxidizes another substance oxidant oxygen n a nonmetallic bivalent element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless nonflammable diatomic gas; constitutes 21 percent of the atmo o oxygenate v impregnate, combine, or supply with oxygen oxymoron n conjoining contradictory terms (as in `deafening silence') oxytocin n hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland (trade name Pitocin); stimulates contractions of the uterus and ejection of milk oxytone n word having stress or an acute accent on the last syllable oyster n marine mollusks having a rough irregular shell; found on the sea bed mostly in coastal waters oyster n edible body of any of numerous oysters oyster n a small muscle on each side of the back of a fowl oyster v gather oysters, dig oysters oystercatcher n black-and-white shorebird with stout legs and bill; feed on oysters etc. ozawa n United States conductor (born in Japan in 1935) ozone n a colorless gas (O3) soluble in alkalis and cold water; a strong oxidizing agent; can be produced by electric discharge in oxygen or by the p n a multivalent nonmetallic element of the nitrogen family that occurs commonly in inorganic phosphate rocks and as organic phosphates in all phosphorus p n the 16th letter of the Roman alphabet pa n an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk dad,dada,daddy,papa,pappa,pop pa n a short-lived radioactive metallic element formed from uranium and disintegrating into actinium and then into lead pa n a unit of pressure equal to one newton per square meter pascal pa n a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies pennsylvania pabulum n any substance that can be used as food comestible,edible,eatable,victual,victuals pabulum n insipid intellectual nourishment pac n committee formed by a special-interest group to raise money for their favorite political candidates paca n large burrowing rodent of South America and Central America; highly esteemed as food pace n the rate of moving (especially walking or running) gait pace n the distance covered by a step footstep,step,stride pace n the relative speed of progress or change rate pace n a step in walking or running stride,tread pace v walk with slow or fast paces pace v go at a pace pace v measure (distances) by pacing step pace v regulate or set the pace of pacemaker n a leading instance in its field pacemaker n a specialized bit of heart tissue that controls the heartbeat pacemaker n an implanted electronic device that takes over the function of the natural cardiac pacemaker pacemaker n a horse used to set the pace in racing pacer pacer n a horse used to set the pace in racing pacemaker pacer n a horse trained to a special gait in which both feet on one side leave the ground together pachinko n a Japanese pinball game played on a vertical board pachysandra n any plant of the genus Pachysandra; low-growing evergreen herbs or subshrubs having dentate leaves and used as ground cover pacific n the largest ocean in the world pacific adj relating to or bordering the Pacific Ocean pacific adj disposed to peace or of a peaceful nature peaceable pacific adj promoting peace pacification n the act of appeasing someone or causing someone to be more favorably inclined pacification n a treaty to cease hostilities peace pacification n actions taken by a government to defeat insurgency pacifier n someone who tries to bring peace conciliator,peacemaker pacifier n anything that serves to pacify pacifier n device used for an infant to suck or bite on comforter pacifism n the doctrine that all violence is unjustifiable pacifism n the belief that all international disputes can be settled by arbitration pacifist n someone opposed to violence as a means of settling disputes pacifist adj opposed to war dovish pacify v cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of assuage,appease,mollify,placate,gentle pacify v fight violence and try to establish peace in (a location) pacing n (music) the speed at which a composition is to be played tempo pacing n walking with slow regular strides pack n a large indefinite number battalion,multitude,plurality pack n a complete collection of similar things pack n a convenient package or parcel (as of cigarettes or film) pack n an association of criminals gang,ring,mob pack v arrange in a container unpack pack v fill to capacity pack v compress into a wad bundle,wad,compact pack v carry, as on one's back package n a collection of things wrapped or boxed together bundle,packet,parcel package n a wrapped container parcel package n (computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and software package v put into a box box packaged adj enclosed in a package or protective covering packaging n the business of packing packaging n a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution promotion,promo,publicity packaging n material used to make packages packed adj extremely crowed or filled to capacity jammed packed adj pressed together or compressed packer n a workman employed to pack things into containers bagger,boxer packer n a wholesaler in the meat-packing business packer n a hiker who wears a backpack packera n genus of American of east Asian perennial herbs with yellow to orange or red flower rays; sometimes included in genus Senecio packet n a collection of things wrapped or boxed together package,bundle,parcel packet n (computer science) a message or message fragment packet n a small package or bundle packet n a boat for carrying mail packing n any material used especially to protect something wadding packing n the enclosure of something in a package or box boxing packing n carrying something in a pack on the back backpacking packman n someone who travels about selling his wares (as on the streets or at carnivals) peddler,hawker,pitchman pact n a written agreement between two states or sovereigns treaty,accord pad n a number of sheets of paper fastened together along one edge tablet pad n the large floating leaf of an aquatic plant (as the water lily) pad n a block of absorbent material saturated with ink; used to transfer ink evenly to a rubber stamp pad n a flat mass of soft material used for protection, stuffing, or comfort pad v add details to embroider,lard,embellish,aggrandize,dramatize pad v walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud slog,plod,trudge,tramp pad v line or stuff with soft material pad v add padding to bolster padded adj softened by the addition of cushions or padding cushioned padding n artifact consisting of soft or resilient material used to fill or give shape or protect or add comfort cushioning paddle n small wooden bat with a flat surface; used for hitting balls in various games paddle n a blade of a paddle wheel or water wheel paddle n an instrument of punishment consisting of a flat board paddle n a short light oar used without an oarlock to propel a canoe or small boat paddle v propel with a paddle paddle v play in or as if in water, as of small children dabble paddle v swim like a dog in shallow water paddle v walk unsteadily toddle,totter,dodder,waddle paddlefish n primitive fish of the Mississippi valley having a long paddle-shaped snout paddock n pen where racehorses are saddled and paraded before a race paddy n (ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Irish descent mick,mickey paddy n an irrigated or flooded field where rice is grown paddy n rice in the husk either gathered or still in the field paddymelon n small reddish-brown wallabies of scrubby areas of Australia and New Guinea padlock n a detachable lock; has a hinged shackle that can be passed through the staple of a hasp or the links in a chain and then snapped shut padlock v fasten with a padlock padre n a chaplain in one of the military services padre n `Father' is a term of address for priests in some churches (especially the Roman Catholic Church or the Orthodox Catholic Church); `Padre' i father padua n a city in Veneto paean n a formal expression of praise encomium,eulogy,pean paean n (ancient Greece) a hymn of praise (especially one sung in ancient Greece to invoke or thank a deity) pean paella n saffron-flavored dish made of rice with shellfish and chicken pagan n a person who does not acknowledge your god heathen,gentile,infidel pagan n a person who follows a polytheistic or pre-Christian religion (not a Christian or Muslim or Jew) pagan n someone motivated by desires for sensual pleasures pagan adj not acknowledging the God of Christianity and Judaism and Islam heathen,ethnic paganini n Italian violinist and composer of music for the violin (1782-1840) paganism n any of various religions other than Christianity or Judaism or Islamism page n one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains page n English industrialist who pioneered in the design and manufacture of aircraft (1885-1962) page n United States diplomat and writer about the Old South (1853-1922) page n a boy who is employed to run errands page v contact, as with a pager or by calling somebody's name over a P.A. system page v work as a page page v number the pages of a book or manuscript foliate pageant n an elaborate representation of scenes from history etc; usually involves a parade with rich costumes pageantry pageant n a rich and spectacular ceremony pageantry pageantry n a rich and spectacular ceremony pageant pageantry n an elaborate representation of scenes from history etc; usually involves a parade with rich costumes pageant pager n an electronic device that generates a series of beeps when the person carrying it is being paged beeper pagination n the system of numbering pages folio,paging paging n calling out the name of a person (especially by a loudspeaker system) paging n the system of numbering pages pagination,folio pagoda n an Asian temple; usually a pyramidal tower with an upward curving roof pagurus n type genus of the family Paguridae paid adj marked by the reception of pay unpaid paid adj involving gainful employment in something often done as a hobby paid adj yielding a fair profit gainful,paying paige n United States baseball player; a black pitcher noted for his longevity (1906-1982) pail n a roughly cylindrical vessel that is open at the top bucket pail n the quantity contained in a pail pain n a symptom of some physical hurt or disorder hurting pain n emotional distress; a fundamental feeling that people try to avoid pleasure pain n a somatic sensation of acute discomfort pain n a bothersome annoying person nuisance pain v cause bodily suffering to and make sick or indisposed trouble,ail pain v cause emotional anguish or make miserable anguish,hurt paine n American Revolutionary leader and signer of the Declaration of Independence (1731-1814) paine n American Revolutionary leader and pamphleteer (born in England) who supported the American colonist's fight for independence and supported t pained adj emotionally hurt or upset or annoyed offended,injured painful adj causing physical or psychological pain painless painful adj causing misery or pain or distress sore painful adj exceptionally bad or displeasing atrocious,abominable,awful,dreadful,terrible,unspeakable painful adj causing physical discomfort irritating painfully adv unpleasantly distressingly painfully adv in or as if in pain sorely painlessly painkiller n a medicine used to relieve pain analgesic painless adj requiring little hard work or exertion painless adj not causing physical or psychological pain painful painlessly adv without pain painfully pains n an effortful attempt to attain a goal striving,nisus,strain painstaking adj characterized by extreme care and great effort conscientious,scrupulous painstakingly adv in a fastidious and painstaking manner paint n a substance used as a coating to protect or decorate a surface (especially a mixture of pigment suspended in a liquid); dries to form a hard pigment paint n (basketball) a space (including the foul line) in front of the basket at each end of a basketball court; usually painted a different color f key paint n makeup consisting of a pink or red powder applied to the cheeks rouge,blusher paint v make a painting paint v apply paint to; coat with paint paint v make a painting of paint v apply a liquid to; e.g., paint the gutters with linseed oil paintball n a capsule filled with water-soluble dye used as a projectile in playing the game of paintball paintball n a game that simulates military combat; players on one team try to eliminate players on the opposing team by shooting capsules of paint at th paintbrush n a brush used as an applicator (to apply paint) painted adj coated with paint unpainted painted adj lacking substance or vitality as if produced by painting painted adj having makeup applied unpainted painted adj having sections or patches colored differently and usually brightly motley,calico,multicolor,multicolored,piebald,pied painter n an artist who paints painter n a worker who is employed to cover objects with paint painter n a line that is attached to the bow of a boat and used for tying up (as when docking or towing) painter n large American feline resembling a lion cougar,puma,catamount,panther painterly adj having qualities unique to the art of painting painting n graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface picture painting n creating a picture with paints painting n the act of applying paint to a surface painting n the occupation of a house painter pair n a set of two similar things considered as a unit brace pair n two items of the same kind couple,twosome,twain,brace,span,yoke,couplet,duo pair n two people considered as a unit pair n a poker hand with 2 cards of the same value pair v form a pair or pairs couple pair v bring two objects, ideas, or people together match,mate,couple,twin pair v occur in pairs geminate pair v arrange in pairs geminate paired adj occurring in pairs or as a pair mated paired adj of leaves etc; growing in pairs on either side of a stem opposite paired adj mated sexually pairing n the act of pairing a male and female for reproductive purposes coupling,mating,conjugation,union pairing n the act of grouping things or people in pairs paisa n a fractional monetary unit in Bangladesh and India and Nepal and Pakistan paisley n a soft wool fabric with a colorful swirled pattern of curved shapes paiute n a member of either of two Shoshonean peoples (northern Paiute and southern Paiute) related to the Aztecs and living in the southwestern Unit paiute n the Shoshonean language spoken by the Paiute pajama n a pair of loose trousers tied by a drawstring around the waist; worn by men and women in some Asian countries pajama n (usually plural) loose-fitting nightclothes worn for sleeping or lounging; have a jacket top and trousers pj's,jammies pakistan n a Muslim republic that occupies the heartland of ancient south Asian civilization in the Indus River valley; formerly part of India; achieve pakistani n a native or inhabitant of Pakistan pakistani adj of or relating to Pakistan or its people or language pal n a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities buddy,brother,chum,crony,sidekick pal v become friends; act friendly towards palace n a large and stately mansion castle palace n the governing group of a kingdom palace n a large ornate exhibition hall palace n official residence of an exalted person (as a sovereign) paladin n someone who fights for a cause champion,fighter,hero palaestra n a public place in ancient Greece or Rome devoted to the training of wrestlers and other athletes palanquin n a closed litter carried on the shoulders of four bearers palatability n the property of being acceptable to the mouth palatability n acceptability to the mind or feelings palatable adj acceptable to the taste or mind toothsome unpalatable palatal n a semivowel produced with the tongue near the palate (like the initial sound in the English word `yeast') palatal adj relating to or lying near the palate palatine palatal adj produced with the front of the tongue near or touching the hard palate (as `y') or with the blade of the tongue near the hard palate (as `ch palate n the upper surface of the mouth that separates the oral and nasal cavities palatial adj relating to or being a palace palatial adj suitable for or like a palace palatine n any of various important officials in ancient Rome palatine n (Middle Ages) the lord of a palatinate who exercised sovereign powers over his lands palatine n the most important of the Seven Hills of Rome; supposedly the location of the first settlement and the site of many imperial palaces palatine n either of two irregularly shaped bones that form the back of the hard palate and helps to form the nasal cavity and the floor of the orbits palatine adj relating to or lying near the palate palatal palatine adj of or relating to a count palatine and his royal prerogatives palatine adj of or relating to a palace palau n a republic in the western central Pacific Ocean in association with the United States palau n a chain of more than 200 islands about 400 miles long in the western central Pacific Ocean pale n a wooden strip forming part of a fence picket pale v turn pale, as if in fear blanch,blench pale adj very light colored; highly diluted with white pale adj (of light) lacking in intensity or brightness; dim or feeble pallid,wan,sick pale adj lacking in vitality or interest or effectiveness pallid pale adj abnormally deficient in color as suggesting physical or emotional distress pallid,wan palely adv in a manner lacking interest or vitality dimly palely adv in a pale manner; without physical or emotional color paleobotany n the study of fossil plants paleocene n from 63 million to 58 million years ago; appearance of birds and earliest mammals paleontologist n a specialist in paleontology paleontology n the earth science that studies fossil organisms and related remains paleozoic n from 544 million to about 230 million years ago paleozoic adj of or relating to or denoting the Paleozoic era palermo n the capital of Sicily; located in northwestern Sicily; an important port for 3000 years palestine n a former British mandate on the east coast of the Mediterranean; divided between Jordan and Israel in 1948 palestine n an ancient country in southwestern Asia on the east coast of the Mediterranean Sea; a place of pilgrimage for Christianity and Islam and Jud canaan palestinian n a descendant of the Arabs who inhabited Palestine palestinian adj of or relating to the area of Palestine and its inhabitants palette n the range of colour characteristic of a particular artist or painting or school of art pallet palette n board that provides a flat surface on which artists mix paints and the range of colors used pallet palette n one of the rounded armor plates at the armpits of a suit of armor pallette palfrey n especially a light saddle horse for a woman pali n an ancient Prakrit language (derived from Sanskrit) that is the scriptural and liturgical language of Theravada Buddhism palimpsest n a manuscript (usually written on papyrus or parchment) on which more than one text has been written with the earlier writing incompletely er paling n a fence made of upright pickets palingenesis n emergence during embryonic development of various characters or structures that appeared during the evolutionary history of the strain or sp palisade n fortification consisting of a strong fence made of stakes driven into the ground palisade v surround with a wall in order to fortify wall,fence,surround pall n a sudden numbing dread chill pall n burial garment in which a corpse is wrapped shroud pall n hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window) curtain,drape,drapery,mantle pall v become less interesting or attractive dull pall v cause to lose courage daunt,dash,scare pall v cover with a pall pall v cause surfeit through excess though initially pleasing cloy palladium n a silver-white metallic element of the platinum group that resembles platinum; occurs in some copper and nickel ores; does not tarnish at or pallas n (Greek mythology) goddess of wisdom and useful arts and prudent warfare; guardian of Athens; identified with Roman Minerva athena pallas n a large asteroid; the second asteroid to be discovered pallet n the range of colour characteristic of a particular artist or painting or school of art palette pallet n a portable platform for storing or moving goods that are stacked on it pallet n a hand tool with a flat blade used by potters for mixing and shaping clay pallet n a mattress filled with straw or a pad made of quilts; used as a bed pallette n one of the rounded armor plates at the armpits of a suit of armor palette palliative n remedy that alleviates pain without curing palliative adj moderating pain or sorrow by making it easier to bear pallid adj abnormally deficient in color as suggesting physical or emotional distress pale,wan pallid adj (of light) lacking in intensity or brightness; dim or feeble pale,wan,sick pallid adj lacking in vitality or interest or effectiveness pale pallone n an Italian game similar to tennis pallor n unnatural lack of color in the skin (as from bruising or sickness or emotional distress) lividity palm n the inner surface of the hand from the wrist to the base of the fingers palm n a linear unit based on the length or width of the human hand palm n any plant of the family Palmae having an unbranched trunk crowned by large pinnate or palmate leaves palm n an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event decoration,medal,medallion,ribbon palm v touch, lift, or hold with the hands handle palmate adj (of the feet of water birds) having three toes connected by a thin fold of skin palmate adj of a leaf shape; having leaflets or lobes radiating from a common point palmer n United States golfer (born in 1929) palmetto n any of several low-growing palms with fan-shaped leaves palmist n fortuneteller who predicts your future by the lines on your palms palmistry n telling fortunes by lines on the palm of the hand palmyra n tall fan palm of Africa and India and Malaysia yielding a hard wood and sweet sap that is a source of palm wine and sugar; leaves used for t palometa n smaller than Florida pompano; common in West Indies palomino n a horse of light tan or golden color with cream-colored or white mane and tail palooka n a second-rate prize fighter palpable adj capable of being perceived; especially capable of being handled or touched or felt tangible palpable adj (medicine) can be felt by palpation palpable adj clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment apparent,evident,manifest,patent,plain,unmistakable palpable adj so intense as to be almost touched or felt palpably adv so as to be palpable palpate v examine (a body part) by palpation feel palpebra n either of two folds of skin that can be moved to cover or open the eye eyelid,lid palpitate v cause to throb or beat rapidly palpitate v shake with fast, tremulous movements quiver,quake palpitate v beat rapidly flutter palpitating adj having a slight and rapid trembling motion palpitation n a rapid and irregular heart beat palpitation n a shaky motion shaking,shakiness,trembling,quiver,quivering,vibration palsy n loss of the ability to move a body part paralysis palsy n a condition marked by uncontrollable tremor palsy v affect with palsy palter v be deliberately ambiguous or unclear in order to mislead or withhold information equivocate,prevaricate paltry adj not worth considering negligible,trifling paltry adj contemptibly small in amount measly,miserable pampas n the vast grassy plains of northern Argentina pamper v treat with excessive indulgence featherbed,cosset,cocker,baby,coddle,mollycoddle,spoil,indulge pampering n the act of indulging or gratifying a desire indulgence,indulging pampering adj gratifying tastes, appetites, or desires pamphlet n a small book usually having a paper cover booklet,brochure,folder,leaflet pamphlet n a brief treatise on a subject of interest; published in the form of a booklet tract pamphleteer n a writer of pamphlets (usually taking a partisan stand on public issues) pan n cooking utensil consisting of a wide metal vessel pan n (Greek mythology) god of fields and woods and shepherds and flocks; represented as a man with goat's legs and horns and ears; identified wit pan n shallow container made of metal pan n chimpanzees; more closely related to Australopithecus than to other pongids pan v make a sweeping movement pan v wash dirt in a pan to separate out the precious minerals pan v express a totally negative opinion of trash panacea n (Greek mythology) the goddess of healing; daughter of Aesculapius and sister of Hygeia panacea n hypothetical remedy for all ills or diseases; once sought by the alchemists nostrum panache n distinctive and stylish elegance dash,flair,style panache n a feathered plume on a helmet panama n a republic on the Isthmus of Panama; achieved independence from Colombia in 1903 panama n a stiff hat made of straw with a flat crown boater,leghorn,sailor,skimmer panamanian n a native or inhabitant of Panama panamanian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Panama or its people pancake n a flat cake of thin batter fried on both sides on a griddle flapcake,flapjack pancreas n a large elongated exocrine gland located behind the stomach; secretes pancreatic juice and insulin pancreatic adj of or involving the pancreas panda n large black-and-white herbivorous mammal of bamboo forests of China and Tibet; in some classifications considered a member of the bear famil panda n reddish-brown Old World raccoon-like carnivore; in some classifications considered unrelated to the giant pandas pandanus n fiber from leaves of the pandanus tree; used for woven articles (such as mats) pandanus n any of various Old World tropical palmlike trees having huge prop roots and edible conelike fruits and leaves like pineapple leaves pandemic n an epidemic that is geographically widespread; occurring throughout a region or even throughout the world pandemic adj epidemic over a wide geographical area pandemic adj existing everywhere pandemonium n a state of extreme confusion and disorder chaos,bedlam pander n someone who procures customers for whores (in England they call a pimp a ponce) pimp,procurer,ponce pander v yield (to); give satisfaction to gratify,indulge pander v arrange for sexual partners for others pimp,procure pandora n (Greek mythology) the first woman; created by Hephaestus on orders from Zeus who presented her to Epimetheus along with a box filled with ev pane n sheet glass cut in shapes for windows or doors pane n a panel or section of panels in a wall or door paneling pane n street name for lysergic acid diethylamide acid,dose,dot,elvis,superman,zen panel n sheet that forms a distinct (usually flat and rectangular) section or component of something panel n a committee appointed to judge a competition jury panel n (law) a group of people summoned for jury service (from whom a jury will be chosen) panel n a group of people gathered for a special purpose as to plan or discuss an issue or judge a contest etc panel v decorate with panels panel v select from a list empanel,impanel paneled adj fitted or decorated with panels or wainscoting paneling n a panel or section of panels in a wall or door pane panelist n a member of a panel pang n a sudden sharp feeling stab,twinge pang n a mental pain or distress sting pang n a sharp spasm of pain panga n a large heavy knife used in Central and South America as a weapon or for cutting vegetation machete pangloss n an incurable optimist in a satire by Voltaire pangolin n toothless mammal of southern Africa and Asia having a body covered with horny scales and a long snout for feeding on ants and termites anteater panhandle n a relatively narrow strip of land projecting from some larger area panhandle n the handle of a pan panhandle v beg by accosting people in the street and asking for money panhandler n a beggar who approaches strangers asking for money panic n an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety terror,affright panic n sudden mass fear and anxiety over anticipated events scare panic v be overcome by a sudden fear panic v cause sudden fear in or fill with sudden panic panicked adj thrown into a state of intense fear or desperation panicky,terrified,frightened panicky adj thrown into a state of intense fear or desperation panicked,terrified,frightened panini n Indian grammarian whose grammatical rules for Sanskrit are the first known example of descriptive linguistics (circa 400 BC) pannier n either of a pair of bags or boxes hung over the rear wheel of a vehicle (as a bicycle) pannier n a large basket (usually one of a pair) carried by a beast of burden or on by a person pannier n set of small hoops used to add fullness over the hips panoply n a complete and impressive array panoptic adj including everything visible in one view panoptic adj broad in scope or content blanket,broad,encompassing,extensive,wide panorama n the visual percept of a region view,aspect,prospect,scene,vista panorama n a picture (or series of pictures) representing a continuous scene diorama panoramic adj as from an altitude or distance pansexual n a person who participates in (or is open to) sexual activities of many kinds pansy n large-flowered garden plant derived chiefly from the wild pansy of Europe and having velvety petals of various colors pansy n a timid man or boy considered childish or unassertive sissy,milksop pansy n offensive term for a homosexual man fairy,nance,queen,queer,poof,pouf pant n the noise made by a short puff of steam (as from an engine) pant n (usually in the plural) a garment extending from the waist to the knee or ankle, covering each leg separately trousers pant n a short labored intake of breath with the mouth open gasp pant v breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted puff,gasp,heave pant v utter while panting, as if out of breath pantaloon n a buffoon in modern pantomimes; the butt of jokes pantaloon n a character in the commedia dell'arte; portrayed as a foolish old man pantaloon n trousers worn in former times pantheist n someone who believes that God and the universe are the same pantheist adj of or relating to pantheism pantheistic pantheistic adj of or relating to pantheism pantheist pantheon n all the gods of a religion pantheon n a monument commemorating a nation's dead heroes pantheon n (antiquity) a temple to all the gods panther n a large spotted feline of tropical America similar to the leopard; in some classifications considered a member of the genus Felis jaguar panther n a leopard in the black color phase panther n large American feline resembling a lion cougar,puma,catamount,painter panting n breathing heavily (as after exertion) heaving panting n any fabric used to make trousers pantomime n a performance using gestures and body movements without words mime pantomime v act out without words but with gestures and bodily movements only mime pantry n a small storeroom for storing foods or wines larder,buttery pants n (used in the plural) underpants worn by women bloomers,drawers,knickers pantsuit n a pair of pants and a matching jacket worn by women panty n short underpants for women or children (usually used in the plural) scanty pantyhose n a woman's tights consisting of underpants and stockings panzer n an armored vehicle or tank pap n worthless or oversimplified ideas pap n a diet that does not require chewing; advised for those with intestinal disorders pap n the small projection of a mammary gland nipple,teat,tit papa n an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk dad,dada,daddy,pa,pappa,pop papacy n the government of the Roman Catholic Church pontificate papal adj proceeding from or ordered by or subject to a pope or the papacy regarded as the successor of the Apostles apostolic,pontifical paparazzo n a freelance photographer who pursues celebrities trying to take candid photographs of them to sell to newspapers or magazines papaver n type genus of the Papaveraceae; chiefly bristly hairy herbs with usually showy flowers papaw n small tree native to the eastern United States having oblong leaves and fleshy fruit pawpaw papaw n fruit with yellow flesh; related to custard apples pawpaw papaya n tropical American shrub or small tree having huge deeply palmately cleft leaves and large oblong yellow fruit pawpaw papaya n large oval melon-like tropical fruit with yellowish flesh paper n a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses paper n an essay (especially one written as an assignment) composition,report,theme paper n a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements newspaper paper n a medium for written communication paper v cover with paper paper v cover with wallpaper wallpaper paperback n a book with paper covers paperback adj (of books) having a flexible binding paperboard n a cardboard suitable for making posters paperboy n a boy who sells or delivers newspapers paperhanger n someone who passes bad checks or counterfeit paper money paperhanger n one whose occupation is decorating walls with wallpaper papering n the application of wallpaper papermaking n the craft of making paper papers n writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature) document paperweight n a weight used to hold down a stack of papers paperwork n work that involves handling papers: forms or letters or reports etc. papery adj thin and paperlike papery adj of or like paper papilla n (botany) a tiny outgrowth on the surface of a petal or leaf papilla n a small nipple-shaped protuberance concerned with taste, touch, or smell papilla n a small projection of tissue at the base of a hair or tooth or feather papilloma n a benign epithelial tumor forming a rounded mass papoose n an American Indian infant pappa n an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk dad,dada,daddy,pa,papa,pop paprika n plant bearing large mild thick-walled usually bell-shaped fruits; the principal salad peppers pimento paprika n a mild powdered seasoning made from dried pimientos papua n the southeastern part of Papua New Guinea papyrus n paper made from the papyrus plant by cutting it in strips and pressing it flat; used by ancient Egyptians and Greeks and Romans papyrus n tall sedge of the Nile valley yielding fiber that served many purposes in historic times papyrus n a document written on papyrus par n (golf) the standard number of strokes set for each hole on a golf course, or for the entire course par n a state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced equality,equivalence,equation par v make a score (on a hole) equal to par para n (obstetrics) the number of liveborn children a woman has delivered parity para n 100 para equal 1 dinar in Yugoslavia para n a soldier in the paratroops paratrooper para n an estuary in northern Brazil into which the Tocantins River flows parable n a short moral story (often with animal characters) fable,allegory parable n (New Testament) any of the stories told by Jesus to convey his religious message parabola n a plane curve formed by the intersection of a right circular cone and a plane parallel to an element of the curve parabolic adj resembling or expressed by parables parabolic adj having the form of a parabola paracelsus n Swiss physician who introduced treatments of particular illnesses based on his observation and experience; he saw illness as having an exter parachute n rescue equipment consisting of a device that fills with air and retards your fall chute parachute v jump from an airplane and descend with a parachute chute,jump parachuting n descent with a parachute jump parade n a ceremonial procession including people marching parade n an extended (often showy) succession of persons or things parade n a visible display parade v walk ostentatiously exhibit,march parade v march in a procession troop,promenade paradiddle n the sound of a drum (especially a snare drum) beaten rapidly and continuously roll paradigm n systematic arrangement of all the inflected forms of a word paradigm n a standard or typical example prototype,epitome,image paradigm n the class of all items that can be substituted into the same position (or slot) in a grammatical sentence (are in paradigmatic relation with paradigm n the generally accepted perspective of a particular discipline at a given time paradise n any place of complete bliss and delight and peace eden,nirvana,heaven paradise n (Christianity) the abode of righteous souls after death paradox n (logic) a statement that contradicts itself paradoxical adj seemingly contradictory but nonetheless possibly true paradoxically adv in a paradoxical manner paraffin n from crude petroleum; used for candles and for preservative or waterproof coatings paraffin n a series of non-aromatic saturated hydrocarbons with the general formula CnH(2n+2) paraffin n (British usage) kerosine paragliding n gliding in a parasail paragon n an ideal instance; a perfect embodiment of a concept idol,perfection paragon n model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal ideal,saint,apotheosis,nonesuch paragraph n one of several distinct subdivisions of a text intended to separate ideas; the beginning is usually marked by a new indented line paragraph v divide into paragraphs, as of text paragraph v write about in a paragraph paragraph v write paragraphs; work as a paragrapher paraguay n a landlocked republic in south central South America; achieved independence from Spain in 1811 paraguayan n a native or inhabitant of Paraguay paraguayan adj of or relating to or characteristic of Paraguay or its people parakeet n any of numerous small slender long-tailed parrots paralegal n a person with specialized training who assists lawyers parallax n the apparent displacement of an object as seen from two different points that are not on a line with the object parallel n something having the property of being analogous to something else analogue,analog parallel n an imaginary line around the Earth parallel to the equator latitude parallel n (mathematics) one of a set of parallel geometric figures (parallel lines or planes) parallel v be parallel to parallel v make or place parallel to something parallel v duplicate or match twin,duplicate parallel adj being everywhere equidistant and not intersecting perpendicular,oblique parallel adj of or relating to the simultaneous performance of multiple operations parallelism n similarity by virtue of corresponding correspondence paralysis n loss of the ability to move a body part palsy paralytic n a person suffering from paralysis paralytic adj relating to or of the nature of paralysis paralytic adj affected with paralysis paralyzed paralyze v make powerless and unable to function paralyze v cause to be paralyzed and immobile paralyzed adj affected with paralysis paralytic paramagnetic adj of or relating to a paramagnet paramagnetism n materials like aluminum or platinum become magnetized in a magnetic field but it disappears when the field is removed paramecium n any member of the genus Paramecium paramedic n a person trained to assist medical professionals and to give emergency medical treatment parameter n a constant in the equation of a curve that can be varied to yield a family of similar curves parameter n any factor that defines a system and determines (or limits) its performance parameter n (computer science) a reference or value that is passed to a function, procedure, subroutine, command, or program argument parameter n a quantity (such as the mean or variance) that characterizes a statistical population and that can be estimated by calculations from sample parametric adj of or relating to or in terms of a parameter paramilitary n a group of civilians organized in a military fashion (especially to operate in place of or to assist regular army troops) paramilitary adj of or relating to a group of civilians organized to function like or to assist a military unit paramount adj having superior power and influence overriding,predominant,predominate paramour n a woman's lover paramour n a woman who cohabits with an important man concubine,courtesan,doxy parang n a stout straight knife used in Malaysia and Indonesia paranoia n a psychological disorder characterized by delusions of persecution or grandeur paranoiac n a person afflicted with paranoia paranoid paranoid n a person afflicted with paranoia paranoiac paranoid adj suffering from paranoia paranormal adj seemingly outside normal sensory channels extrasensory paranormal adj not in accordance with scientific laws normal parapet n a low wall along the edge of a roof or balcony parapet n fortification consisting of a low wall paraph n a flourish added after or under your signature (originally to protect against forgery) paraphernalia n equipment consisting of miscellaneous articles needed for a particular operation or sport etc. gear paraphrase n rewording for the purpose of clarification paraphrase v express the same message in different words rephrase,reword paraplegia n paralysis of the lower half of the body (most often as a result of trauma) paraplegic n a person who has paraplegia (is paralyzed from the waist down) paraplegic adj suffering complete paralysis of the lower half of the body usually resulting from damage to the spinal cord parasite n an animal or plant that lives in or on a host (another animal or plant); it obtains nourishment from the host without benefiting or killing host parasite n a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage leech,sponge,sponger parasitic adj relating to or caused by parasites parasitic adj of or pertaining to epenthesis parasitic adj of plants or persons; having the nature or habits of a parasite or leech; living off another bloodsucking parasol n a handheld collapsible source of shade sunshade parasympathetic n originates in the brain stem and lower part of the spinal cord; opposes physiological effects of the sympathetic nervous system: stimulates parasympathetic adj of or relating to the parasympathetic nervous system paratrooper n a soldier in the paratroops para paratroops n infantry trained and equipped to parachute parazoa n multicellular organisms having less-specialized cells than in the Metazoa; comprises the single phylum Porifera parboil v cook (vegetables) briefly blanch parcel n a wrapped container package parcel n the allotment of some amount by dividing something portion,share parcel n an extended area of land tract parcel n a collection of things wrapped or boxed together package,bundle,packet parcel v divide into parts parcel v cover with strips of canvas parcel v make into a wrapped container parceling n the act of distributing by allotting or apportioning; distribution according to a plan allotment,apportionment,apportioning,allocation parch v cause to wither or parch from exposure to heat sear parched adj dried out by heat or excessive exposure to sunlight baked,scorched parched adj toasted or roasted slightly parchment n a superior paper resembling sheepskin parchment n skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on sheepskin pardon n the act of excusing a mistake or offense forgiveness pardon n a warrant granting release from punishment for an offense amnesty pardon n the formal act of liberating someone amnesty pardon v accept an excuse for excuse pardon v grant a pardon to pardonable adj admitting of being pardoned pare v decrease gradually or bit by bit pare v cut small bits or pare shavings from whittle pare v strip the skin off skin,peel pare v remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size trim parent n a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian child parent n an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained parent v look after a child until it is an adult rear,raise,nurture parentage n the state of being a parent parenthood parentage n the kinship relation of an offspring to the parents birth parentage n the descendants of one individual lineage,line,descent,bloodline,blood,pedigree,ancestry,origin parental adj designating the generation of organisms from which hybrid offspring are produced filial parental adj relating to or characteristic of or befitting a parent maternal,paternal filial parenthesis n either of two punctuation marks (or) used to enclose textual material parenthesis n a message that departs from the main subject digression,aside parenthetical n an expression in parentheses parenthetical adj qualifying or explaining; placed or as if placed in parentheses parenthetically adv in a parenthetical manner parenthood n the state of being a parent parentage pareve adj containing no meat or milk (or their derivatives) and thus eatable with both meat and dairy dishes according to the dietary laws of Judaism parfait n layers of ice cream and syrup and whipped cream parget n plaster used to coat outer walls and line chimneys parget v apply ornamental plaster to pariah n a person who is rejected (from society or home) outcast,castaway,ishmael parietal adj of or relating to or associated with the parietal bones in the cranium parimutuel n betting where winners share the total amount wagered paring n a thin fragment or slice (especially of wood) that has been shaved from something sliver,shaving paring n (usually plural) a part of a fruit or vegetable that is pared or cut off; especially the skin or peel paris n the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce paris n sometimes placed in subfamily Trilliaceae paris n (Greek mythology) the prince of Troy who abducted Helen from her husband Menelaus and provoked the Trojan War paris n a town in northeastern Texas parish n a local church community parish n the local subdivision of a diocese committed to one pastor parishioner n a member of a parish parisian n a native or resident of Paris parisian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Paris or its inhabitants parity n (obstetrics) the number of liveborn children a woman has delivered para parity n (mathematics) a relation between a pair of integers: if both integers are odd or both are even they have the same parity; if one is odd and parity n (computer science) a bit that is used in an error detection procedure in which a 0 or 1 is added to each group of bits so that it will have parity n (physics) parity is conserved in a universe in which the laws of physics are the same in a right-handed system of coordinates as in a left-h park n a large area of land preserved in its natural state as public property park n a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area commons,common,green park n a facility in which ball games are played (especially baseball games) ballpark park n Scottish explorer in Africa (1771-1806) park v place temporarily park v maneuver a vehicle into a parking space parka n a kind of heavy jacket (`windcheater' is a British term) windbreaker,anorak parked adj that have been left parker n United States saxophonist and leader of the bop style of jazz (1920-1955) parker n United States writer noted for her sharp wit (1893-1967) parking n space in which vehicles can be parked parking n the act of maneuvering a vehicle into a location where it can be left temporarily parkinson n English surgeon (1755-1824) parkinson n British historian noted for ridicule of bureaucracies (1909-1993) parkinson's n a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system characterized by tremor and impaired muscular coordination parkinsonism parkinsonism n a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system characterized by tremor and impaired muscular coordination parkinson's parks n United States civil rights leader who refused to give up her seat on a bus to a white man in Montgomery (Alabama) and so triggered the natio parkway n a wide scenic road planted with trees drive parlance n a manner of speaking that is natural to native speakers of a language idiom parlay n a series of wagers in which the winnings from one wager are used as a stake for the subsequent wagers parlay v stake winnings from one bet on a subsequent wager parley n a negotiation between enemies parley v discuss, as between enemies parliament n a legislative assembly in certain countries parliament n a card game in which you play your sevens and other cards in sequence in the same suit as the sevens; you win if you are the first to use al sevens parliamentarian n an elected member of the British Parliament: a member of the House of Commons parliamentarian n an expert in parliamentary rules and procedures parliamentary adj relating to or having the nature of a parliament parliamentary adj having the supreme legislative power resting with a body of cabinet ministers chosen from and responsible to the legislature or parliament parliamentary adj in accord with rules and customs of a legislative or deliberative assembly parlor n reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received parlour parlor n a room in a private house or establishment where people can sit and talk and relax parlour parlour n reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received parlor parlour n a room in a private house or establishment where people can sit and talk and relax parlor parlous adj fraught with danger perilous,precarious parmesan n hard dry sharp-flavored Italian cheese; often grated parnassus n (Greek mythology) a mountain in central Greece where (according to Greek mythology) the Muses lived; known as the mythological home of music parnell n Irish nationalist leader (1846-1891) parochial adj relating to or supported by or located in a parish parochial adj narrowly restricted in outlook or scope insular parochialism n a limitation of views or interests like that defined by a local parish parodist n mimics literary or musical style for comic effect parody n a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way lampoon,spoof,mockery,takeoff,burlesque,travesty parody n humorous or satirical mimicry mockery,takeoff parody v make a spoof of or make fun of parody v make a parody of spoof,burlesque parole n a promise word parole n a secret word or phrase known only to a restricted group password,watchword,word parole n (law) a conditional release from imprisonment that entitles the person to serve the remainder of the sentence outside the prison as long as parole v release a criminal from detention and place him on parole parolee n someone released on probation or on parole probationer parous adj having given birth to one or more viable children parquet n a floor made of parquetry parquet n seating on the main floor between the orchestra and the parquet circle parr n Queen of England as the 6th wife of Henry VIII (1512-1548) parr n a young salmon up to 2 years old parr n the young of various fishes parrish n United States painter (1870-1966) parrot n usually brightly colored zygodactyl tropical birds with short hooked beaks and the ability to mimic sounds parrot n a copycat who does not understand the words or acts being imitated parrot v repeat mindlessly parry n (fencing) blocking a lunge or deflecting it with a circular motion of the sword parry n a return punch (especially by a boxer) counterpunch,counter parry v impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball) block,deflect parry v avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) hedge,fudge,evade,circumvent,elude,skirt,dodge,duck parse v analyze syntactically by assigning a constituent structure to (a sentence) parsec n a unit of astronomical length based on the distance from Earth at which stellar parallax is 1 second of arc; equivalent to 3.262 light years parser n a computer program that divides code up into functional components parsi n a member of a monotheistic sect of Zoroastrian origin; descended from the Persians; now found in western India parsimonious adj excessively unwilling to spend penurious parsimony n extreme care in spending money; reluctance to spend money unnecessarily thrift parsimony n extreme stinginess meanness,tightness,closeness parsley n annual or perennial herb with aromatic leaves parsley n aromatic herb with flat or crinkly leaves that are cut finely and used to garnish food parsnip n the whitish root of cultivated parsnip parsnip n a strong-scented plant cultivated for its edible root parsnip n whitish edible root; eaten cooked parson n a person authorized to conduct religious worship curate,minister,pastor,rector parsonage n an official residence provided by a church for its parson or vicar or rector vicarage,rectory parsons n United States sociologist (1902-1979) part n something determined in relation to something that includes it portion,component,constituent part n something less than the whole of a human artifact portion part n a portion of a natural object piece part n that which concerns a person with regard to a particular role or situation part v go one's own way; move apart separate,split part v discontinue an association or relation; go different ways separate,split,break part v leave depart,start part v come apart separate,divide part adv to some extent; in some degree; not wholly partially,partly partake v have some of the qualities or attributes of something partake v have, give, or receive a share of share partake v consume touch parted adj having a margin incised almost to the base so as to create distinct divisions or lobes parterre n an ornamental flower garden; beds and paths are arranged to form a pattern parterre n seating at the rear of the main floor (beneath the balconies) parthenogenetic adj (of reproduction) not involving the fusion of male and female gametes in reproduction parthenon n the main temple of the goddess Athena; built on the acropolis in Athens more than 400 years B.C.; example of Doric architecture parthian n a native or inhabitant of Parthia parthian n the Iranian language spoken in the Parthian kingdom (250 BC to AD 226) parthian adj pertaining to Parthia or its people or language or culture partial n the derivative of a function of two or more variables with respect to a single variable while the other variables are considered to be const partial n a harmonic with a frequency that is a multiple of the fundamental frequency overtone partial adj being or affecting only a part; not total partial adj showing favoritism impartial partial adj (followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for fond partiality n a predisposition to like something fondness,fancy partiality n an inclination to favor one group or view or opinion over alternatives partisanship impartiality partially adv to some extent; in some degree; not wholly partly,part participant n someone who takes part in an activity player participant n a person who participates in or is skilled at some game player participate v share in something participate v become a participant; be involved in enter participating adj taking part in an activity active participation n the act of sharing in the activities of a group engagement,involvement participation n the condition of sharing in common with others (as fellows or partners etc.) involvement participatory adj affording the opportunity for individual participation participle n a non-finite form of the verb; in English it is used adjectivally and to form compound tenses particle n (nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything atom,molecule,mote,speck particle n a body having finite mass and internal structure but negligible dimensions particle n a function word that can be used in English to form phrasal verbs particular n a fact about some part (as opposed to general) specific general particular n a small part that can be considered separately from the whole detail,item particular n (logic) a proposition that asserts something about some (but not all) members of a class universal particular adj unique or specific to a person or thing or category peculiar,special particular adj separate and distinct from others of the same group or category particular adj surpassing what is common or usual or expected especial,exceptional,special particular adj first and most important special particularity n the quality of being particular and pertaining to a specific case or instance generality particularly adv to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common peculiarly,especially,specially particularly adv specifically or especially distinguished from others particularly adv uniquely or characteristically peculiarly particulate n a small discrete mass of solid or liquid matter that remains individually dispersed in gas or liquid emissions (usually considered to be an particulate adj composed of distinct particles parting n the act of departing politely farewell,leave parting n a line of scalp that can be seen when sections of hair are combed in opposite directions part partisan n a fervent and even militant proponent of something zealot nonpartisan partisan n an ardent and enthusiastic supporter of some person or activity enthusiast partisan n a pike with a long tapering double-edged blade with lateral projections; 16th and 17th centuries partisan adj devoted to a cause or party nonpartisan partisanship n an inclination to favor one group or view or opinion over alternatives partiality partita n one of the variations contained in a partita partita n (music) an instrumental suite common in the 18th century partition n a vertical structure that divides or separates (as a wall divides one room from another) divider partition n (computer science) the part of a hard disk that is dedicated to a particular operating system or application and accessed as a single unit partition n (anatomy) a structure that separates areas in an organism partition n the act of dividing or partitioning; separation by the creation of a boundary that divides or keeps apart division,partitioning,segmentation partition v divide into parts, pieces, or sections partition v separate or apportion into sections zone partitioning n an analysis into mutually exclusive categories breakdown partitioning n the act of dividing or partitioning; separation by the creation of a boundary that divides or keeps apart division,partition,segmentation partly adv to some extent; in some degree; not wholly partially,part wholly partner n a person's partner in marriage spouse,mate partner n an associate in an activity or endeavor or sphere of common interest collaborator partner n a person who is a member of a partnership partner v provide with a partner partner v act as a partner partnership n the members of a business venture created by contract partnership n a cooperative relationship between people or groups who agree to share responsibility for achieving some specific goal partnership n a contract between two or more persons who agree to pool talent and money and share profits or losses partridge n flesh of either quail or grouse partridge n heavy-bodied small-winged South American game bird resembling a gallinaceous bird but related to the ratite birds partridge n small Old World gallinaceous game birds partridge n a popular North American game bird; named for its call parts n the local environment party n an organization to gain political power party n a group of people gathered together for pleasure party n a band of people associated temporarily in some activity company party n an occasion on which people can assemble for social interaction and entertainment party v have or participate in a party parvati n wife of Siva and a benevolent aspect of Devi: Hindu goddess of plenty parvis n a courtyard or portico in front of a building (especially a cathedral) pas n (ballet) a step in dancing (especially in classical ballet) pasadena n a city in southwestern California to the east of Los Angeles pascal n a unit of pressure equal to one newton per square meter pa pascal n French mathematician and philosopher and Jansenist; invented an adding machine; contributed (with Fermat) to the theory of probability (1623 pascal n a programing language designed to teach programming through a top-down modular approach pasch n the Jewish feast of the Passover pasch n the Christian festival of Easter paschal adj of or relating to Passover or Easter pasha n a civil or military authority in Turkey or Egypt pashto n an Iranian language spoken in Afghanistan and Pakistan; the official language of Afghanistan afghani,afghan pass n (baseball) an advance to first base by a batter who receives four balls walk pass n (military) a written leave of absence pass n (American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate passing pass n the location in a range of mountains of a geological formation that is lower than the surrounding peaks notch pass v go across or through pass v move past surpass pass v make laws, bills, etc. or bring into effect by legislation legislate pass v pass by elapse,lapse pass adj of advancing the ball by throwing it passing passable adj able to be passed or traversed or crossed impassable passable adj about average; acceptable adequate,tolerable passably adv to certain extent or degree reasonably,moderately,pretty,jolly,somewhat,fairly,middling passage n the act of passing from one state or place to the next transition passage n a section of text; particularly a section of medium length passage n a way through or along which someone or something may pass passage n the passing of a law by a legislative body enactment passageway n a passage between rooms or between buildings passageway n a path or channel or duct through or along which something may pass passage passant adj in walking position with right foreleg raised passbook n a record of deposits and withdrawals and interest held by depositors at certain banks bankbook passe adj out of fashion antique,ex,outmoded passenger n a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it rider passer n a person who passes by casually or by chance passerby passer n a person who passes as a member of a different ethnic or racial group passer n a student who passes an examination passer n (football) a ball carrier who tries to gain ground by throwing a forward pass passerby n a person who passes by casually or by chance passer passing n (American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate pass passing n euphemistic expressions for death loss,departure,exit,expiration,going,release passing n the motion of one object relative to another passage passing n the end of something passing adj lasting a very short time ephemeral,transient,transitory passing adj of advancing the ball by throwing it pass running passing adj allowing you to pass (e.g., an examination or inspection) satisfactorily passing adj hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough casual,cursory,perfunctory,superficial passing adv to an extraordinary degree passion n a strong feeling or emotion passion n the trait of being intensely emotional heat,warmth passion n something that is desired intensely rage passion n an irrational but irresistible motive for a belief or action mania passionate adj having or expressing strong emotions passionately adv with passion passionately adv in a stormy or violent manner passive n the voice used to indicate that the grammatical subject of the verb is the recipient (not the source) of the action denoted by the verb passive adj lacking in energy or will inactive active passive adj peacefully resistant in response to injustice peaceful passive adj expressing that the subject of the sentence is the patient of the action denoted by the verb active passively adv in a passive manner actively passivity n the trait of remaining inactive; a lack of initiative passivity n submission to others or to outside influences passover n (Judaism) a Jewish festival (traditionally 8 days from Nissan 15) celebrating the exodus of the Israelites from Egypt passport n any authorization to pass or go somewhere pass passport n a document issued by a country to a citizen allowing that person to travel abroad and re-enter the home country passport n any quality or characteristic that gains a person a favorable reception or acceptance or admission recommendation password n a secret word or phrase known only to a restricted group watchword,word,parole past n the time that has elapsed yesteryear future past n a earlier period in someone's life (especially one that they have reason to keep secret) past n a verb tense that expresses actions or states in the past past adj earlier than the present time; no longer current present,future past adj of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office preceding,retiring past adv so as to pass a given point by pasta n a dish that contains pasta as its main ingredient pasta n shaped and dried dough made from flour and water and sometimes egg paste n any mixture of a soft and malleable consistency paste n a hard, brilliant lead glass that is used in making artificial jewelry paste n an adhesive made from water and flour or starch; used on paper and paperboard paste n a tasty mixture to be spread on bread or crackers or used in preparing other dishes spread paste v join or attach with or as if with glue glue paste v hit with the fists paste v cover the surface of pasted adj affixed or as if affixed with glue or paste glued pastel n any of various pale or light colors pastel adj lacking in body or vigor pastel adj delicate and pale in color paster n a workman who pastes paster n an adhesive label sticker pastern n the part between the fetlock and the hoof pasteur n French chemist and biologist whose discovery that fermentation is caused by microorganisms resulted in the process of pasteurization (1822-1 pasteurise v heat food in order to kill harmful microorganisms pasteurize pasteurization n partial sterilization of foods at a temperature that destroys harmful microorganisms without major changes in the chemistry of the food pasteurize v heat food in order to kill harmful microorganisms pasteurise pasteurized adj having been subjected to pasteurization in order to halt fermentation pastiche n a musical composition consisting of a series of songs or other musical pieces from various sources medley,potpourri pastiche n a work of art that imitates the style of some previous work pastime n a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly) interest,pursuit pastis n similar to absinthe but containing no wormwood pastor n a person authorized to conduct religious worship curate,minister,parson,rector pastor n only the rose-colored starlings; in some classifications considered a separate genus pastoral n a musical composition that evokes rural life pastoral n a letter from a pastor to the congregation pastoral n a literary work idealizing the rural life (especially the life of shepherds) pastoral adj of or relating to a pastor pastoral adj relating to shepherds or herdsmen or devoted to raising sheep or cattle bucolic pastoral adj (used with regard to idealized country life) idyllically rustic arcadian,bucolic pastrami n highly seasoned cut of smoked beef pastry n a dough of flour and water and shortening pastry n any of various baked foods made of dough or batter pasture n a field covered with grass or herbage and suitable for grazing by livestock lea,ley pasture n bulky food like grass or hay for browsing or grazing horses or cattle forage,grass pasture v let feed in a field or pasture or meadow crop,graze pasture v feed as in a meadow or pasture crop,browse,graze,range pasty n small meat pie or turnover pasty n (usually used in the plural) one of a pair of adhesive patches worn to cover the nipples of exotic dancers and striptease performers pasty adj resembling paste in color; pallid pasty adj having the sticky properties of an adhesive gummy,sticky,viscid,viscous pat n the sound made by a gentle blow rap,tap pat n a light touch or stroke tap,dab pat v pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin chuck pat v hit lightly dab pat adj having only superficial plausibility glib,slick pat adj exactly suited to the occasion pat adv completely or perfectly pataca n the basic unit of money in Macao patagonia n region in southern South America between the Andes and the South Atlantic patch n a small contrasting part of something spot,speckle,fleck patch n a small area of ground covered by specific vegetation plot patch n a piece of cloth used as decoration or to mend or cover a hole patch n a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition while,piece,spell patch v to join or unite the pieces of piece patch v provide with a patch; also used metaphorically patch v mend by putting a patch on patch v repair by adding pieces piece patched adj mended usually clumsily by covering a hole with a patch patched adj having spots or patches (small areas of contrasting color or texture) spotty,spotted patching n the act of mending a hole in a garment by sewing a patch over it patchouli n small East Indian shrubby mint; fragrant oil from its leaves is used in perfumes patchouli n a heavy perfume made from the patchouli plant patchwork n a theory or argument made up of miscellaneous or incongruous ideas hodgepodge,jumble patchwork n a quilt made by sewing patches of different materials together patchwork n sewing consisting of pieces of different materials sewn together in a pattern patchy adj irregular or uneven in quality, texture, etc. pate n liver or meat or fowl finely minced or ground and variously seasoned pate n the top of the head poll,crown patella n a small flat triangular bone in front of the knee that protects the knee joint kneecap patella n type genus of the family Patellidae: common European limpets patellar adj near or relating to the patella or kneecap patent n a document granting an inventor sole rights to an invention patent n an official document granting a right or privilege patent v obtain a patent for patent v grant rights to; grant a patent for patent v make open to sight or notice patent adj (of a bodily tube or passageway) open; affording free passage patent adj clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment apparent,evident,manifest,palpable,plain,unmistakable patented adj (of devices and processes) protected by patent patently adv unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') obviously,evidently,manifestly,apparently,plainly,plain pater n an informal use of the Latin word for father; sometimes used by British schoolboys or used facetiously paternal adj belonging to or inherited from one's father paternal adj characteristic of a father maternal paternal adj relating to or characteristic of or befitting a parent parental,maternal paternal adj related on the father's side paternalism n the attitude (of a person or a government) that subordinates should be controlled in a fatherly way for their own good paternalistic adj benevolent but sometimes intrusive paternity n the state of being a father paternity n the kinship relation between an offspring and the father fatherhood paternity n the act of initiating a new idea or theory or writing authorship paterson n American Revolutionary leader (born in Ireland) who was a member of the Constitutional Convention (1745-1806) paterson n a city of northeastern New Jersey path n a course of conduct way path n a way especially designed for a particular use path n an established line of travel or access route,itinerary path n a line or route along which something travels or moves track,course pathan n a member of the mountain people living in the eastern regions of Afghanistan pathan n an ethnic minority speaking Pashto and living in northwestern Pakistan and southeastern Afghanistan pathetic adj deserving or inciting pity hapless,miserable,pitiable,pitiful,poor,wretched pathetic adj inspiring mixed contempt and pity pitiable,pitiful pathetic adj inspiring scornful pity ridiculous,silly pathetically adv in a manner arousing sympathy and compassion pathetically adv arousing scornful pity pathfinder n someone who can find paths through unexplored territory scout,guide pathogen n any disease-producing agent (especially a virus or bacterium or other microorganism) pathogenesis n the origination and development of a disease pathogenic adj able to cause disease infective pathologic adj caused by or altered by or manifesting disease or pathology diseased,morbid,pathological pathologic adj of or relating to the practice of pathology pathological pathological adj of or relating to the practice of pathology pathologic pathological adj caused by or evidencing a mentally disturbed condition pathological adj caused by or altered by or manifesting disease or pathology diseased,morbid,pathologic pathologically adv with respect to pathology pathologist n a doctor who specializes in medical diagnosis pathology n the branch of medical science that studies the causes and nature and effects of diseases pathology n any deviation from a healthy or normal condition pathos n a quality that arouses emotions (especially pity or sorrow) poignancy pathos n a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others pity,ruth pathos n a style that has the power to evoke feelings pathway n a bundle of myelinated nerve fibers following a path through the brain tract pathway n a trodden path footpath patience n good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence forbearance impatience patience n a card game played by one person solitaire patient n a person who requires medical care patient n the semantic role of an entity that is not the agent but is directly involved in or affected by the happening denoted by the verb in the cla patient adj enduring trying circumstances with even temper or characterized by such endurance impatient patiently adv with patience; in a patient manner impatiently patina n a fine coating of oxide (produced by oxidation over a long period of time) on the surface of a metal (particularly copper) patina n an acquired change in the appearance of something (other than metal or wood) patina n a gloss or sheen on wooden furniture produced by age, polishing, or handling patio n usually paved outdoor area adjoining a residence terrace patois n a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves) slang,cant,jargon,lingo,argot,vernacular patois n a regional dialect of a language (especially French); usually considered substandard patras n a port city in western Greece in the northwestern Peloponnese on an inlet of the Ionian Sea; was a major trade center from the 5th century B patriarch n title for the heads of the Eastern Orthodox Churches (in Istanbul and Alexandria and Moscow and Jerusalem) patriarch n the male head of family or tribe patriarch n any of the early biblical characters regarded as fathers of the human race patriarch n a man who is older and higher in rank than yourself patriarchal adj characteristic of a form of social organization in which the male is the family head and title is traced through the male line matriarchal patriarchal adj relating to or characteristic of a man who is older or higher in rank patriarchate n the jurisdiction of a patriarch patriarchate n a form of social organization in which a male is the family head and title is traced through the male line patriarchy patriarchy n a form of social organization in which a male is the family head and title is traced through the male line patriarchate patrician n a person of refined upbringing and manners patrician n a member of the aristocracy aristocrat patrician adj befitting a person of noble origin patrician adj belonging to or characteristic of the nobility or aristocracy aristocratic,blue,gentle patrick n Apostle and patron saint of Ireland; an English missionary to Ireland in the 5th century patrilineal adj based on or tracing descent through the male line patrimonial adj inherited or inheritable by established rules (usually legal rules) of descent ancestral,hereditary patrimony n a church endowment patrimony n an inheritance coming by right of birth (especially by primogeniture) birthright patriot n one who loves and defends his or her country nationalist patriotic adj inspired by love for your country loyal unpatriotic patriotism n love of country and willingness to sacrifice for it nationalism patristic adj of or relating to the writings of the early church fathers patroclus n (Greek mythology) a friend of Achilles who was killed in the Trojan War; his death led Achilles to return to the fight after his quarrel wit patrol n a detachment used for security or reconnaissance patrol n the activity of going around or through an area at regular intervals for security purposes patrol n a group that goes through a region at regular intervals for the purpose of security patrol v maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol police patroller n someone on patrol duty; an individual or a member of a group that patrols an area patrolman n a policeman who patrols a given region patron n a regular customer patron n the proprietor of an inn patron n someone who supports or champions something sponsor,supporter patronage n the act of providing approval and support backing,backup,championship patronage n customers collectively clientele,business patronage n a communication that indicates lack of respect by patronizing the recipient condescension,disdain patronage n (politics) granting favors or giving contracts or making appointments to office in return for political support patronage v support by being a patron of patronage v be a regular customer or client of patronize,support patroness n a woman who is a patron or the wife of a patron patronize v assume sponsorship of sponsor patronize v do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of shop,frequent,sponsor boycott patronize v treat condescendingly condescend patronize v be a regular customer or client of patronage,support patronized adj having patronage or clients patronizing adj (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension arch,condescending patronym n a family name derived from name of your father or a paternal ancestor (especially with an affix (such as -son in English or O'- in Irish) ad patronymic patronymic n a family name derived from name of your father or a paternal ancestor (especially with an affix (such as -son in English or O'- in Irish) ad patronym patronymic adj of or derived from a personal or family name patsy n a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of chump,fool,gull,mark,sucker,mug patten n footwear usually with wooden soles clog patter n plausible glib talk (especially useful to a salesperson) spiel patter n a quick succession of light rapid sounds patter v rain gently sprinkle,spit,spatter patter v make light, rapid and repeated sounds pattern n a perceptual structure form,shape pattern n a customary way of operation or behavior practice pattern n a decorative or artistic work design,figure pattern n something regarded as a normative example convention,normal,rule,formula pattern v plan or create according to a model or models model pattern v form a pattern patterned adj having patterns (especially colorful patterns) plain patty n small flat mass of chopped food cake patty n small pie or pasty patty n round flat candy paucity n an insufficient quantity or number dearth paul n United States feminist (1885-1977) paul n (New Testament) a Christian missionary to the Gentiles; author of several Epistles in the New Testament; even though Paul was not present at saul pauli n United States physicist (born in Austria) who proposed the exclusion principle (thus providing a theoretical basis for the periodic table) ( pauline adj relating to Paul the Apostle or his doctrines paunch n a protruding abdomen belly paunchy adj having a large belly pauper n a person who is very poor pause n a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something intermission,break,interruption,suspension pause n temporary inactivity pause v interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing hesitate pause v cease an action temporarily intermit,break pavane n music composed for dancing the pavane pavane n a stately court dance of the 16th and 17th centuries pavarotti n Italian tenor (born in 1935) pave n a setting with precious stones so closely set that no metal shows pave v cover with a material such as stone or concrete to make suitable for vehicle traffic paved adj covered with a firm surface unpaved pavement n the paved surface of a thoroughfare paving pavement n material used to pave an area paving pavement n walk consisting of a paved area for pedestrians; usually beside a street or roadway sidewalk pavilion n large and often sumptuous tent marquee paving n material used to pave an area pavement paving n the paved surface of a thoroughfare pavement paving n the act of applying paving materials to an area pavlov n Russian physiologist who observed conditioned salivary responses in dogs (1849-1936) pavlova n Russian ballerina (1882-1931) pavlova n a dessert consisting of a meringue base or cup filled with fruit and whipped cream pavo n a small constellation near the South Pole between Tucana and Ara pavo n peafowl paw n a clawed foot of an animal especially a quadruped paw n the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb hand,manus,mitt paw v scrape with the paws paw v touch clumsily pawl n a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward click,dog pawn n an article deposited as security pawn n a person used by another to gain an end instrument pawn n (chess) the least powerful piece; moves only forward and captures only to the side; it can be promoted to a more powerful piece if it reache pawn n borrowing and leaving an article as security for repayment of the loan pawn v leave as a guarantee in return for money soak,hock pawnee n a member of the Pawnee nation formerly living in Nebraska and Kansas but now largely in Oklahoma pawnee n the Caddoan language spoken by the Pawnee pawnshop n a shop where loans are made with personal property as security pawpaw n tropical American shrub or small tree having huge deeply palmately cleft leaves and large oblong yellow fruit papaya pawpaw n small tree native to the eastern United States having oblong leaves and fleshy fruit papaw pawpaw n fruit with yellow flesh; related to custard apples papaw pax n (Roman Catholic Church) a greeting signifying Christian love for those assisting at the Eucharist paxton n English architect (1801-1865) pay n something that remunerates wage,earnings,remuneration,salary pay v give money, usually in exchange for goods or services pay v convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow give pay v cancel or discharge a debt pay v bring in yield,bear payable n a liability account showing how much is owed for goods and services purchased on credit payable adj subject to or requiring payment especially as specified collectible payables n money that you currently expect to pay on notes and accounts payback n financial return or reward (especially returns equal to the initial investment) payback n the act of taking revenge (harming someone in retaliation for something harmful that they have done) especially in the next life vengeance,retribution paycheck n a check issued in payment of wages or salary payday n the day on which you receive pay for your work payee n a person to whom money is paid payer n a person who pays money for something paying adj yielding a fair profit gainful,paid paying adj for which money is paid compensable,remunerative,salaried payload n the front part of a guided missile or rocket or torpedo that carries the nuclear or explosive charge or the chemical or biological agents warhead,load payload n goods carried by a large vehicle cargo,lading,freight,load,loading,shipment,consignment paymaster n a person in charge of paying wages payment n a sum of money paid or a claim discharged nonpayment payment n the act of paying money nonpayment payment n an act of requiting; returning in kind payoff n the final payment of a debt payoff n payment made to a person in a position of trust to corrupt his judgment bribe payoff n the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property return,issue,take,takings,proceeds,yield payoff n a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing wages,reward payroll n a list of employees and their salaries payroll n the total amount of money paid in wages payroll n the department that determines the amounts of wage or salary due to each employee pc n a small digital computer based on a microprocessor and designed to be used by one person at a time pea n seed of a pea plant used for food pea n the fruit or seed of a pea plant pea n a leguminous plant of the genus Pisum with small white flowers and long green pods containing edible green seeds peabody n educator who founded the first kindergarten in the United States (1804-1894) peace n the state prevailing during the absence of war war peace n harmonious relations; freedom from disputes peace n the absence of mental stress or anxiety peacefulness,repose,serenity peace n the general security of public places peaceable adj inclined or disposed to peace peaceable adj not disturbed by strife or turmoil or war peaceful peaceable adj disposed to peace or of a peaceful nature pacific peaceably adv in a peaceable manner peaceful adj not disturbed by strife or turmoil or war peaceable peaceful adj peacefully resistant in response to injustice passive peacefully adv in a peaceful manner peacefulness n a state that is calm and tranquil peacefulness n the absence of mental stress or anxiety peace,repose,serenity peacekeeper n a member of a military force that is assigned (often with international sanction) to preserve peace in a trouble area peacekeeper n someone who keeps peace peacekeeper n the pistol of a law officer in the old West peacekeeping n the activity of keeping the peace by military forces (especially when international military forces enforce a truce between hostile groups o peacekeeping adj of or relating to the preservation of peace between hostile groups by international military forces peacemaker n someone who tries to bring peace conciliator,pacifier peacemaker n a belt-fed machine gun capable of firing more than 500 rounds per minute; used by United States troops in World War II and the Korean War peacetime n a period of time during which there is no war peach n cultivated in temperate regions peach n a very attractive or seductive looking woman smasher,stunner,knockout,beauty,sweetheart,lulu,looker,dish peach n downy juicy fruit with sweet yellowish or whitish flesh peach n a shade of pink tinged with yellow apricot peach v divulge confidential information or secrets talk,tattle,blab,babble,sing peachy adj very good bully,corking,cracking,dandy,great,groovy,keen,neat peachy adj of something resembling a peach in color peacock n European butterfly having reddish-brown wings each marked with a purple eyespot peacock n male peafowl; having a crested head and very large fanlike tail marked with iridescent eyes or spots peafowl n very large terrestrial southeast Asian pheasant often raised as an ornamental bird peahen n female peafowl peak n the most extreme possible amount or value peak n the period of greatest prosperity or productivity flower,prime,heyday,bloom,blossom,flush peak n the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development acme,height,elevation,pinnacle,summit,superlative,meridian,top peak n the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) crown,crest,top,tip,summit peak v to reach the highest point; attain maximum intensity, activity peaked adj somewhat ill or prone to illness ailing,poorly,sickly,unwell,seedy peaked adj having or rising to a peak peaky adj having or as if having especially high-pitched spots spiky peal n a deep prolonged sound (as of thunder or large bells) pealing,roll,rolling peal v ring recurrently peal v sound loudly and sonorously ring pealing n a deep prolonged sound (as of thunder or large bells) peal,roll,rolling pean n (ancient Greece) a hymn of praise (especially one sung in ancient Greece to invoke or thank a deity) paean pean n a formal expression of praise encomium,eulogy,paean peanut n underground pod of the peanut vine peanut n widely cultivated American plant cultivated in tropical and warm regions; showy yellow flowers on stalks that bend over to the soil so that peanut n a young child who is small for his age peanut n pod of the peanut vine containing usually 2 nuts or seeds; `groundnut' and `monkey nut' are British terms earthnut,goober,groundnut peanut adj of little importance or influence or power; of minor status insignificant peanuts n an insignificant sum of money; a trifling amount pear n sweet juicy gritty-textured fruit available in many varieties pear n Old World tree having sweet gritty-textured juicy fruit; widely cultivated in many varieties pearl n a smooth lustrous round structure inside the shell of a clam or oyster; much valued as a jewel pearl n a shade of white the color of bleached bones bone,ivory pearl n a shape that is spherical and small drop,bead pearl v gather pearls, from oysters in the ocean pearlescent adj having a play of lustrous rainbow colors iridescent,opaline pearlite n a lamellar mixture of cementite and ferrite formed during the cooling of austenite; a constituent of steel and cast iron pearly n informal terms for a human `tooth' chopper pearly adj of a white the color of pearls peasant n a country person provincial,bucolic peasant n one of a (chiefly European) class of agricultural laborers peasant n a crude uncouth ill-bred person lacking culture or refinement barbarian,boor,churl,goth,tyke peasantry n the class of peasants peat n partially carbonized vegetable matter saturated with water; can be used as a fuel when dried peavey n a stout lever with a sharp spike; used for handling logs peavy peavy n a stout lever with a sharp spike; used for handling logs peavey pebble n a small smooth rounded rock pecan n wood of a pecan tree pecan n tree of southern United States and Mexico cultivated for its nuts pecan n smooth brown oval nut of south central United States peccable adj liable to sin peccant peccant adj liable to sin peccable peck n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,deal,flock,heap,lot,mass,mess,mickle peck n a British imperial capacity measure (liquid or dry) equal to 2 gallons peck n a United States dry measure equal to 8 quarts or 537.605 cubic inches peck v hit lightly with a picking motion pick,beak peck v eat by pecking at, like a bird peck v kiss lightly smack peck v eat like a bird pecker n obscene terms for penis cock,prick,dick,shaft,tool,putz pecker n bird with strong claws and a stiff tail adapted for climbing and a hard chisel-like bill for boring into wood for insects woodpecker pecker n horny projecting mouth of a bird beak,bill,neb,nib peckish adj somewhat hungry peckish adj easily irritated or annoyed cranky,fractious,irritable,nettlesome,peevish,petulant,scratchy,testy pecos n a tributary of the Rio Grande that flows southeastward from New Mexico through western Texas pecs n either of two large muscles of the chest pectoral pectic adj of or relating to or derived from pectin pectin n any of various water-soluble colloidal carbohydrates that occur in ripe fruit and vegetables; used in making fruit jellies and jams pectoral n either of two large muscles of the chest pecs pectoral n an adornment worn on the chest or breast pectoral adj of or relating to the chest or thorax thoracic peculiar adj beyond or deviating from the usual or expected curious,funny,odd,queer,rum,rummy,singular peculiar adj unique or specific to a person or thing or category particular,special peculiar adj markedly different from the usual peculiar adj characteristic of one only; distinctive or special peculiarity n an odd or unusual characteristic peculiarity n a distinguishing trait specialty,speciality,distinctiveness peculiarity n something unusual -- perhaps worthy of collecting curio,curiosity,oddity,rarity peculiarly adv uniquely or characteristically particularly peculiarly adv in a manner differing from the usual or expected inexplicably,curiously,oddly peculiarly adv to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common particularly,especially,specially pecuniary adj relating to or involving money monetary pedagogical adj of or relating to pedagogy pedagogy n the principles and methods of instruction pedagogy n the profession of a teacher teaching,instruction pedagogy n the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill education,instruction,teaching pedal n a sustained bass note pedal n a lever that is operated with the foot treadle pedal v ride a bicycle bicycle,cycle,bike,wheel pedal v operate the pedals on a keyboard instrument pedal adj of or relating to the feet pedaller n a person who rides a pedal-driven vehicle (as a bicycle) pedant n a person who pays more attention to formal rules and book learning than they merit bookworm,scholastic pedantic adj marked by a narrow focus on or display of learning especially its trivial aspects academic pedantry n an ostentatious and inappropriate display of learning peddle v sell or offer for sale from place to place monger,huckster,hawk,vend,pitch peddler n someone who travels about selling his wares (as on the streets or at carnivals) packman,hawker,pitchman peddler n an unlicensed dealer in illegal drugs pusher peddling n the act of selling goods for a living vending,hawking pedestal n a support or foundation base,stand pedestal n a position of great esteem (and supposed superiority) pedestal n an architectural support or base (as for a column or statue) plinth pedestrian n a person who travels by foot walker,footer pedestrian adj lacking wit or imagination prosaic,earthbound pediatric adj of or relating to the medical care of children pediatrician n a specialist in the care of babies pediatrics n the branch of medicine concerned with the treatment of infants and children pedicure n professional care for the feet and toenails pedicure v care for one's feet by cutting and shaping the nails, etc. pedigree n the descendants of one individual lineage,line,descent,bloodline,blood,ancestry,origin,parentage pedigree n line of descent of a purebred animal pedigree n ancestry of a purebred animal bloodline pedigree adj having a list of ancestors as proof of being a purebred animal thoroughbred pedophile n an adult who is sexually attracted to children pedophilia n a sexual attraction to children pee n liquid excretory product urine,piss,piddle,water pee n informal terms for urination peeing,pissing,piss pee v eliminate urine make,urinate,piddle,puddle,piss,wee peeing n informal terms for urination pee,pissing,piss peek n a secret look peep peek v throw a glance at; take a brief look at glance,glint peekaboo n a game played with young children; you hide your face and suddenly reveal it as you say boo! bopeep peel n British politician (1788-1850) peel n the rind of a fruit or vegetable skin peel v strip the skin off skin,pare peel v come off in flakes or thin small pieces flake peel v get undressed undress,strip,disrobe peeled adj (used informally) completely unclothed raw peeler n a performer who provides erotic entertainment by undressing to music stripper,striptease peeler n a worker who peels the skins from fruits and vegetables peeler n a device for peeling vegetables or fruits peeling n loss of bits of outer skin by peeling or shedding or coming off in scales shedding peen n the part of a hammerhead opposite the flat striking surface (may have various shapes) peep n the short weak cry of a young bird cheep peep n a secret look peek peep v look furtively peep v cause to appear peep v make high-pitched sounds cheep,chirp,chirrup peep v speak in a hesitant and high-pitched tone of voice peeper n a viewer who enjoys seeing the sex acts or sex organs of others voyeur peeper n an informal term referring to the eye peeper n an animal that makes short high-pitched sounds peephole n a hole (in a door or an oven etc) through which you can peep eyehole peepshow n an exhibition of pictures or objects viewed through a small hole or magnifying glass peepshow n a short pornographic film shown in a small coin-operated booth peer n a person who is of equal standing with another in a group equal,match,compeer peer n a nobleman (duke or marquis or earl or viscount or baron) who is a member of the British peerage peer v look searchingly peerage n the peers of a kingdom considered as a group baronage peerless adj eminent beyond or above comparison one,unmatched,unrivaled peeve n an annoyed or irritated mood peeve v cause to be annoyed, irritated, or resentful peeved adj aroused to impatience or anger annoyed,irritated,miffed,nettled,pissed,riled,roiled,steamed peevish adj easily irritated or annoyed cranky,fractious,irritable,nettlesome,peckish,petulant,scratchy,testy peewee n disparaging terms for small people runt,shrimp peewee n small olive-colored woodland flycatchers of eastern North America peewit peewit n large crested Old World plover having wattles and spurs lapwing peewit n small olive-colored woodland flycatchers of eastern North America peewee peg n a wooden pin pushed or driven into a surface nog peg n small markers inserted into a surface to mark scores or define locations etc. pin peg n informal terms for the leg pin,stick peg n a prosthesis that replaces a missing leg leg peg v succeed in obtaining a position nail peg v pierce with a wooden pin or knock or thrust a wooden pin into peg v fasten or secure with a wooden pin peg v stabilize (the price of a commodity or an exchange rate) by legislation or market operations pegasus n (Greek mythology) the immortal winged horse that sprang from the blood of the slain Medusa; was tamed by Bellerophon with the help of a brid pegasus n a constellation in the northern hemisphere near Andromeda and Pisces pegboard n a board perforated with regularly spaced holes into which pegs can be fitted pegmatite n a form of igneous rock consisting of extremely coarse granite resulting from the crystallization of magma rich in rare elements pei n United States architect (born in China in 1917) pejorative adj expressing disapproval peke n a Chinese breed of small short-legged dogs with a long silky coat and broad flat muzzle peking n capital of the People's Republic of China in the Hebei province in northeastern China; 2nd largest Chinese city beijing pelagic adj relating to or occurring or living in or frequenting the open ocean oceanic pelf n informal terms for money boodle,bread,cabbage,clams,dinero,dough,kale,lettuce pelham n a bit with a bar mouthpiece that is designed to combine a curb and snaffle pelican n large long-winged warm-water seabird having a large bill with a distensible pouch for fish pellagra n a disease caused by deficiency of niacin or tryptophan (or by a defect in the metabolic conversion of tryptophan to niacin); characterized b pellet n a small sphere pellet n a solid missile discharged from a firearm shot peloponnesian adj of or relating to Peloponnesus pelt n the dressed hairy coat of a mammal fur pelt n body covering of a living animal hide,skin pelt v cast, hurl, or throw repeatedly with some missile bombard pelt v attack and bombard with or as if with missiles pepper pelt v rain heavily pour,stream pelting n anything happening rapidly or in quick successive rain pelvic adj of or relating to the pelvis pelvis n the structure of the vertebrate skeleton supporting the lower limbs in humans and the hind limbs or corresponding parts in other vertebrates hip pelvis n a structure shaped like a funnel in the outlet of the kidney into which urine is discharged before passing into the ureter pembroke n the smaller and straight-legged variety of corgi having pointed ears and a short tail pen n a writing implement with a point from which ink flows pen n an enclosure for confining livestock pen n a portable enclosure in which babies may be left to play playpen pen n a correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes penitentiary pen v produce a literary work write,compose,indite penal adj of or relating to punishment penal adj serving as or designed to impose punishment penal adj (of an act or offense) subject to punishment by law punishable penalize v impose a penalty on; inflict punishment on punish penalty n the act of punishing punishment penalty n a payment required for not fulfilling a contract penalty n the disadvantage or painful consequences of an action or condition reward penalty n (games) a handicap or disadvantage that is imposed on a competitor (or a team) for an infraction of the rules of the game penance n remorse for your past conduct repentance penance n a Catholic sacrament; repentance and confession and atonement and absolution penance n voluntary self-punishment in order to atone for some wrongdoing penang n the second smallest Malaysian state; located on the northwest coast of Peninsular Malaysia penchant n a strong liking preference,predilection,taste pencil n a thin cylindrical pointed writing implement; a rod of marking substance encased in wood pencil n graphite (or a similar substance) used in such a way as to be a medium of communication pencil n a figure formed by a set of straight lines or light rays meeting at a point pencil n a cosmetic in a long thin stick; designed to be applied to a particular part of the face pencil v write, draw, or trace with a pencil penciled adj drawn or written with a pencil pendant n an adornment that hangs from a piece of jewelry (necklace or earring) pendant n branched lighting fixture; often ornate; hangs from the ceiling chandelier pendant adj held from above and hanging down dependent pending adj awaiting conclusion or confirmation pendragon n the supreme war chief of the ancient Britons pendulous adj having branches or flower heads that bend downward drooping,nodding,weeping pendulum n an apparatus consisting of an object mounted so that it swings freely under the influence of gravity penelope n (Greek mythology) the wife of Odysseus and a symbol of devotion and fidelity; for 10 years while Odysseus fought the Trojan War she resisted penelope n a genus of guans (turkey-like arboreal birds valued as game and food birds) penetrable adj admitting of penetration or passage into or through impenetrable penetrable adj capable of being penetrated penetrate v pass into or through, often by overcoming resistance perforate penetrate v come to understand fathom,bottom penetrate v become clear or enter one's consciousness or emotions click,dawn penetrate v enter a group or organization in order to spy on the members infiltrate penetrating adj having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions acute,discriminating,incisive,keen,knifelike,piercing,sharp penetrating adj tending to penetrate; having the power of entering or piercing penetration n an attack that penetrates into enemy territory incursion penetration n clear or deep perception of a situation insight penetration n the act of entering into or through something penetration n the ability to make way into or through something penetrator n an intruder who passes into or through (often by overcoming resistance) pengo n formerly the basic unit of money in Hungary until it was replaced by the forint in 1946 pengo n a Dravidian language spoken in south central India penguin n short-legged flightless birds of cold southern especially Antarctic regions having webbed feet and wings modified as flippers penicillin n any of various antibiotics obtained from Penicillium molds (or produced synthetically) and used in the treatment of various infections and d penile adj of or relating to the penis peninsula n a large mass of land projecting into a body of water peninsular adj of or forming or resembling a peninsula penis n the male sex organ (`member' is a euphemism) phallus,member penitent n (Roman Catholic Church) a person who repents for wrongdoing (a Roman Catholic may be admitted to penance under the direction of a confessor) penitent adj feeling or expressing remorse for misdeeds repentant penitentiary n a correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes pen penitentiary adj used for punishment or reform of criminals or wrongdoers penitentiary adj showing or constituting penance penman n informal terms for journalists scribe,scribbler penn n Englishman and Quaker who founded the colony of Pennsylvania (1644-1718) penn n a university in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania pennsylvania pennant n the award given to the champion crown pennant n a flag longer than it is wide (and often tapering) pennant n a long flag; often tapering pennon,streamer,waft penniless adj not having enough money to pay for necessities penurious,pinched penning n the act of creating written works writing,authorship,composition pennon n a long flag; often tapering pennant,streamer,waft pennon n wing of a bird pinion pennsylvania n a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies pa pennsylvania n one of the British colonies that formed the United States pennsylvania n a university in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania penn pennsylvanian n from 310 million to 280 million years ago; warm climate; swampy land pennsylvanian n a native or resident of Pennsylvania penny n a fractional monetary unit of Ireland and the United Kingdom; equal to one hundredth of a pound penny n a coin worth one-hundredth of the value of the basic unit cent,centime penobscot n a member of the Algonquian people belonging to the Abnaki confederacy and living in the Penobscot valley in northern Maine penobscot n a river in central Maine flowing into Penobscot Bay penology n the branch of criminology concerned with prison management and prisoner rehabilitation pensacola n a town in extreme northwest Florida pension n a regular payment to a person that is intended to allow them to subsist without working pension v grant a pension to pensioner n the beneficiary of a pension fund pensive adj deeply or seriously thoughtful brooding,broody,contemplative,meditative,musing,pondering,reflective pensive adj showing pensive sadness wistful pensiveness n persistent morbid meditation on a problem brooding pensiveness n deep serious thoughtfulness pent adj closely confined pentacle n a star with 5 points; formed by 5 straight lines between the vertices of a pentagon and enclosing another pentagon pentagram pentad n the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one five,v,cinque,quint,quintet,fivesome,quintuplet,fin pentagon n a government building with five sides that serves as the headquarters of the United States Department of Defense pentagon n the United States military establishment pentagon n a five-sided polygon pentagram n a star with 5 points; formed by 5 straight lines between the vertices of a pentagon and enclosing another pentagon pentacle pentathlon n an athletic contest consisting of five different events pentecost n seventh Sunday after Easter; commemorates the emanation of the Holy Spirit to the Apostles; a quarter day in Scotland whitsunday pentecost n (Judaism) Jewish holy day celebrated on the sixth of Sivan to celebrate Moses receiving the Ten Commandments shavuot pentecostal n any member of a Pentecostal religious body pentecostal adj of or relating to or characteristic of any of various Pentecostal religious bodies or their members pentecostal adj of or relating to or occurring at Pentecost penthouse n an apartment located on the top floors of a building pentimento n the reappearance in a painting of an underlying image that had been painted over (usually when the later painting becomes transparent with a pentode n a thermionic tube having five electrodes pentothal n barbiturate that is a hygroscopic powder (trade name Pentothal) that is a strong barbiturate that acts rapidly; induces a relaxed state when penultimate n the next to last syllable in a word penultimate adj second last penumbra n a fringe region of partial shadow around an umbra penurious adj not having enough money to pay for necessities penniless,pinched penurious adj excessively unwilling to spend parsimonious penury n a state of extreme poverty or destitution need peon n a laborer who is obliged to do menial work drudge peony n any of numerous plants widely cultivated for their showy single or double red or pink or white flowers people n (plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively people n the body of citizens of a state or country citizenry people n members of a family line people n the common people generally multitude,masses,mass people v fill with people people v furnish with people peopled adj furnished with people peoples n the human beings of a particular nation or community or ethnic group peoria n a city in central Illinois on the Illinois River pep n liveliness and energy ginger peplum n a flared ruffle attached to the waistline of a dress or jacket or blouse peplum n a garment worn by women in ancient Greece; cloth caught at the shoulders and draped in folds to the waist pepper n climber having dark red berries (peppercorns) when fully ripe; southern India and Sri Lanka; naturalized in northern Burma and Assam pepper n any of various tropical plants of the genus Capsicum bearing peppers pepper n pungent seasoning from the berry of the common pepper plant of East India; use whole or ground peppercorn pepper n sweet and hot varieties of fruits of plants of the genus Capsicum pepper v add pepper to pepper v attack and bombard with or as if with missiles pelt peppercorn n pungent seasoning from the berry of the common pepper plant of East India; use whole or ground pepper pepperidge n columnar tree of eastern North America having horizontal limbs and small leaves that emerge late in spring and have brilliant color in early peppermint n herb with downy leaves and small purple or white flowers that yields a pungent oil used as a flavoring peppermint n red gum tree of Tasmania peppermint n a candy flavored with peppermint oil pepperoni n a pork and beef sausage (or a thin slice of this sausage) peppy adj marked by lively action bouncing,bouncy,spirited,zippy pepsi n Pepsi Cola is a trademarked cola pepsin n an enzyme produced in the stomach that splits proteins into peptones peptic adj relating to or promoting digestion peptide n amide combining the amino group of one amino acid with the carboxyl group of another; usually obtained by partial hydrolysis of protein peptone n any of various water-soluble compounds that form by hydrolysis in the digestion of proteins to amino acids pepys n English diarist whose diary contained detailed descriptions of 17th century disasters in England (1633-1703) perceive v to become aware of through the senses comprehend perceive v become conscious of perceived adj detected by instinct or inference rather than by recognized perceptual cues sensed perceived adj detected by means of the senses percent n a proportion in relation to a whole (which is usually the amount per hundred) percentage percentage n a proportion in relation to a whole (which is usually the amount per hundred) percent percentage n assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group share,portion,part percentile n (statistics) any of the 99 numbered points that divide an ordered set of scores into 100 parts each of which contains one-hundredth of the t percept n the representation of what is perceived; basic component in the formation of a concept perception perceptible adj capable of being perceived by the mind or senses imperceptible perceptible adj easily seen or detected detectable perception n the representation of what is perceived; basic component in the formation of a concept percept perception n a way of conceiving something perception n the process of perceiving perception n knowledge gained by perceiving perceptive adj of or relating to perception perceptive adj having the ability to perceive or understand; keen in discernment perceptual adj of or relating to the act of perceiving perch n support consisting of a branch or rod that serves as a resting place (especially for a bird) perch n a linear measure of 16.5 feet rod,pole perch n a square rod of land rod,pole perch n an elevated place serving as a seat perch v sit, as on a branch roost,rest perch v to come to rest, settle alight,light perch v cause to perch or sit perchance adv through chance perchance adv by chance possibly,perhaps,maybe,mayhap perchlorate n a salt of perchloric acid percipient n a person who becomes aware (of things or events) through the senses observer,beholder percipient adj characterized by ease and quickness in perceiving clear percolate n the product of percolation percolate v permeate or penetrate gradually leach percolate v spread gradually percolate v prepare in a percolator percolate v cause (a solvent) to pass through a permeable substance in order to extract a soluble constituent percolator n a coffeepot in which boiling water ascends through a central tube and filters back down through a basket of ground coffee beans percuss v strike or tap firmly percussion n the act of playing a percussion instrument percussion n the act of exploding a percussion cap percussion n the section of a band or orchestra that plays percussion instruments percussion n tapping a part of the body for diagnostic purposes percussionist n a musician who plays percussion instruments percussive adj involving percussion or featuring percussive instruments percutaneous adj through the unbroken skin; refers to medications applied directly to the skin (creams or ointments) or in time-release forms (skin patches) percy n United States writer whose novels explored human alienation (1916-1990) percy n English soldier killed in a rebellion against Henry IV (1364-1403) hotspur perdition n (Christianity) the abode of Satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment hell,inferno,pit perdurable adj very long lasting durable,indestructible peregrine n a widely distributed falcon formerly used in falconry peregrine adj migratory mobile,nomadic,roving,wandering peremptory adj offensively self-assured or given to exercising usually unwarranted power autocratic,bossy,dominating,magisterial peremptory adj not allowing contradiction or refusal peremptory adj putting an end to all debate or action perennial n (botany) a plant lasting for three seasons or more perennial adj lasting three seasons or more annual,biennial perennial adj lasting an indefinitely long time; suggesting self-renewal perennial adj recurring again and again recurrent,repeated perennially adv in a perennial manner; repeatedly perfect n a tense of verbs used in describing action that has been completed (sometimes regarded as perfective aspect) perfect v make perfect or complete hone perfect adj being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish imperfect perfect adj without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers arrant,complete,consummate,everlasting,gross,pure,stark,staring perfect adj precisely accurate or exact perfected adj (of plans, ideas, etc.) perfectly formed perfection n the state of being without a flaw or defect imperfection perfection n an ideal instance; a perfect embodiment of a concept paragon,idol perfection n the act of making something perfect perfectionism n a disposition to feel that anything less than perfect is unacceptable perfectionist n a person who is displeased by anything that does not meet very high standards perfectly adv completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers absolutely,utterly,dead perfectly adv in a perfect or faultless way imperfectly perfidy n betrayal of a trust treachery perfidy n an act of deliberate betrayal treachery,betrayal,treason perforate v make a hole into or between, as for ease of separation punch perforate v pass into or through, often by overcoming resistance penetrate perforate adj having a hole cut through pierced,perforated,punctured perforated adj having a hole cut through pierced,perforate,punctured perforated adj having a number or series of holes perforation n a line of small holes for tearing at a particular place perforation n a hole made in something perforation n the act of punching a hole (especially a row of holes as for ease of separation) perforce adv by necessity; by force of circumstance perform v carry out or perform an action execute,do perform v perform a function perform v give a performance (of something) perform v get (something) done do performance n a dramatic or musical entertainment performance n the act of presenting a play or a piece of music or other entertainment performance n the act of performing; of doing something successfully; using knowledge as distinguished from merely possessing it execution performance n any recognized accomplishment performer n an entertainer who performs a dramatic or musical work for an audience performing n the performance of a part or role in a drama acting,playing perfume n a distinctive odor that is pleasant aroma,fragrance,scent perfume n a toiletry that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor essence perfume v fill or impregnate with an odor perfume v apply perfume to scent perfumed adj filled or impregnated with perfume scented perfumed adj having a natural fragrance odorous,scented,sweet perfunctory adj hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough casual,cursory,passing,superficial perfunctory adj done or produced as a formality only perfusion n pumping a liquid into an organ or tissue (especially by way of blood vessels) pergola n a framework that supports climbing plants arbor,bower perhaps adv by chance possibly,perchance,maybe,mayhap pericardium n a serous membrane with two layers that surrounds the heart pericles n Athenian statesman whose leadership contributed to Athens' political and cultural supremacy in Greece; he ordered the construction of the Pa peridot n a pale green variety of chrysolite; used as a gemstone peril n a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune hazard,jeopardy,risk,endangerment peril n a state of danger involving risk riskiness peril n a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury risk,danger peril v pose a threat to; present a danger to endanger,jeopardize,menace,threaten,imperil peril v put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position queer,expose,scupper,endanger perilla n small genus of Asiatic herbs perilous adj fraught with danger parlous,precarious perilously adv in a dangerous manner dangerously perimeter n the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary margin,border perimeter n a line enclosing a plane areas perimeter n the size of something as given by the distance around it circumference period n an amount of time period n the interval taken to complete one cycle of a regularly repeating phenomenon period n (ice hockey) one of three divisions into which play is divided in hockey games period n a unit of geological time during which a system of rocks formed periodic adj happening or recurring at regular intervals periodical periodic adj recurring or reappearing from time to time occasional periodical n a publication that appears at fixed intervals periodical adj happening or recurring at regular intervals periodic periodically adv in a sporadic manner sporadically periodontal adj of or relating to or involving or practicing periodontics peripatetic n a person who walks from place to place peripatetic n a follower of Aristotle or an adherent of Aristotelianism aristotelian peripatetic adj of or relating to Aristotle or his philosophy aristotelian peripatetic adj traveling especially on foot peripheral n electronic equipment external to the circuit board that contains the CPU of a computer peripheral adj on or near an edge or constituting an outer boundary; the outer area central peripheral adj related to the key issue but not of central importance peripherally adv in or at or near a periphery or according to a peripheral role or function or relationship centrally periphery n the outside boundary or surface of something fringe periscope n an optical instrument that provides a view of an otherwise obstructed field perish v pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life die,decease,go,exit,expire,pass,conk,choke perishable n food that will decay rapidly if not refrigerated perishable adj liable to perish; subject to destruction or death or decay peristyle n a colonnade surrounding a building or enclosing a court peritoneal adj of or relating to or affecting the peritoneum periwinkle n chiefly trailing poisonous plants with blue flowers periwinkle n commonly cultivated Old World woody herb having large pinkish to red flowers periwinkle n small edible marine snail; steamed in wine or baked winkle periwinkle n edible marine gastropod winkle perjure v knowingly tell an untruth in a legal court and render oneself guilty of perjury perjurer n a person who deliberately gives false testimony perjury n criminal offense of making false statements under oath perk n an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right) perquisite perk v gain or regain energy percolate perky adj characterized by liveliness and lightheartedness buoyant,chirpy perm n a city in the European part of Russia molotov perm n a series of waves in the hair made by applying heat and chemicals permanent perm v give a permanent wave to permafrost n ground that is permanently frozen permanence n the property of being able to exist for an indefinite duration permanent n a series of waves in the hair made by applying heat and chemicals perm permanent adj continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place lasting permanent adj not capable of being reversed or returned to the original condition permanently adv for a long time without essential change temporarily permeability n the property of something that can be pervaded by a liquid (as by osmosis or diffusion) permeable adj allowing fluids or gases to pass or diffuse through permeate v spread or diffuse through pervade,penetrate,interpenetrate,diffuse,imbue,riddle permeate v pass through percolate,filter permeate v penetrate mutually or be interlocked interpenetrate permeating adj spreading or spread throughout pervasive permian n from 280 million to 230 million years ago; reptiles permissible adj that may be permitted especially as according to rule allowable impermissible permissible adj that may be accepted or conceded permission n approval to do something permission n the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization license,permit permissive adj not preventive preventive permissive adj granting or inclined or able to grant permission; not strict in discipline permissiveness n a disposition to allow freedom of choice and behavior tolerance permit n a legal document giving official permission to do something license,licence permit n the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization license,permission permit n large game fish; found in waters of the West Indies permit v consent to, give permission allow,let,countenance forbid permit v make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen let,allow permit v allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting allow,tolerate permutation n an event in which one thing is substituted for another substitution,replacement,switch permutation n the act of changing the arrangement of a given number of elements permutation n complete change in character or condition permutation n act of changing the lineal order of objects in a group permute v change the order or arrangement of commute,transpose pernicious adj exceedingly harmful deadly,pestilent pernicious adj working or spreading in a hidden and usually injurious way insidious,subtle pernod n (registered trademark) a liqueur flavored with anise peron n Argentine soldier who became president of Argentina (1895-1974) peroneal adj of or relating to the fibula or the outer part of the leg below the knee peroration n a flowery and highly rhetorical oration peroration n (rhetoric) the concluding section of an oration peroxide n a viscous liquid with strong oxidizing properties; a powerful bleaching agent; also used (in aqueous solutions) as a mild disinfectant and ( peroxide n an inorganic compound containing the divalent ion -O-O- peroxide v bleach with peroxide perpendicular n a straight line at right angles to another line perpendicular n a Gothic style in 14th and 15th century England; characterized by vertical lines and a four-centered (Tudor) arch and fan vaulting perpendicular n a cord from which a metal weight is suspended pointing directly to the earth's center of gravity; used to determine the vertical from a give perpendicular n an extremely steep face perpendicular adj intersecting at or forming right angles oblique,parallel perpendicular adj at right angles to the plane of the horizon or a base line vertical perpendicular adj so steep as to be nearly veritcal perpetrate v perform an act, usually with a negative connotation commit,pull perpetrator n someone who perpetrates wrongdoing culprit perpetual adj continuing forever or indefinitely ageless,eternal,everlasting,unending,unceasing perpetual adj uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing ceaseless,constant,incessant,unceasing,unremitting perpetually adv everlastingly; for all time perpetually adv without interruption constantly,always,forever,incessantly perpetuate v cause to continue or prevail perpetuation n the act of prolonging something lengthening perpetuity n the property of being perpetual (seemingly ceaseless) perplex v be a mystery or bewildering to vex,stick,get,puzzle,mystify,baffle,beat,pose perplex v make more complicated complicate perplexed adj full of difficulty or confusion or bewilderment perplexing adj lacking clarity of meaning; causing confusion or perplexity confusing,puzzling perplexity n trouble or confusion resulting from complexity perquisite n an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right) perk perquisite n a right reserved exclusively by a particular person or group (especially a hereditary or official right) prerogative,privilege perry n United States philosopher (1876-1957) perry n United States admiral who led a naval expedition to Japan and signed a treaty in 1854 opening up trade relations between United States and J perry n United States commodore who led the fleet that defeated the British on Lake Erie during the War of 1812; brother of Matthew Calbraith Perry perry n a fermented and often effervescent beverage made from juice of pears; similar in taste to hard cider persecute v cause to suffer oppress persecution n the act of persecuting (especially on the basis of race or religion) persecutor n someone who torments tormentor persephone n (Greek mythology) daughter of Zeus and Demeter; made queen of the underworld by Pluto in ancient mythology; identified with Roman Proserpina cora perseus n (Greek mythology) the son of Zeus who slew Medusa (with the help of Athena and Hermes) and rescued Andromeda from a sea monster perseus n a conspicuous constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Auriga and Cassiopeia and crossed by the Milky Way perseverance n persistent determination doggedness,persistence,tenacity,tenaciousness perseverance n the act of persisting or persevering; continuing or repeating behavior persistence persevere v be persistent, refuse to stop persist persevering adj quietly and steadily persevering especially in detail or exactness diligent pershing n United States general who commanded the American forces in Europe during World War I (1860-1948) persia n an empire in southern Asia created by Cyrus the Great in the 6th century BC and destroyed by Alexander the Great in the 4th century BC persia n a theocratic Islamic republic in the Middle East in western Asia; Iran was the core of the ancient empire that was known as Persia until 193 iran persian n a native or inhabitant of Iran irani,iranian persian n the language of Persia (Iran) in any of its ancient forms farsi persian adj of or relating to Iran or its people or language or culture iranian persimmon n any of several tropical trees of the genus Diospyros persimmon n orange fruit resembling a plum; edible when fully ripe persist v continue to exist prevail,run,endure persist v be persistent, refuse to stop persevere persist v stay behind remain,stay persistence n the property of a continuous and connected period of time continuity persistence n persistent determination doggedness,perseverance,tenacity,tenaciousness persistence n the act of persisting or persevering; continuing or repeating behavior perseverance persistent adj never-ceasing relentless,unrelenting persistent adj continually recurring to the mind haunting persistent adj retained; not shed lasting caducous persistent adj stubbornly unyielding dogged,dour,tenacious,unyielding persistently adv in a persistent manner persistently adv with persistence persisting adj relentless and indefatigable in pursuit or as if in pursuit dogging person n a human being individual,someone,somebody,mortal,soul person n a human body (usually including the clothing) person n a grammatical category used in the classification of pronouns, possessive determiners, and verb forms according to whether they indicate the persona n an actor's portrayal of someone in a play character,role,part persona n (Jungian psychology) a personal facade that one presents to the world image personable adj (of persons) pleasant in appearance and personality personage n another word for person; a person not meriting identification personage n a person whose actions and opinions strongly influence the course of events personal n a short newspaper article about a particular person or group personal adj concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality impersonal personal adj particular to a given individual personal adj of or arising from personality personal adj intimately concerning a person's body or physical being personality n the complex of all the attributes--behavioral, temperamental, emotional and mental--that characterize a unique individual personality n a person of considerable prominence personalize v make personal or more personal individualize depersonalize personalized adj made for or directed or adjusted to a particular individual individualized personalized adj pointedly referring to or concerning a person's individual personality or intimate affairs especially offensively personally adv as yourself personally adv as a person personally adv in a personal way personally adv in the flesh; without involving anyone else personhood n being a person personification n a person who represents an abstract quality personification n representing an abstract quality or idea as a person or creature personification n the act of attributing human characteristics to abstract ideas etc. incarnation personify v invest with or as with a body; give body to body personify v represent, as of a character on stage embody,be personify v attribute human qualities to something personnel n group of people willing to obey orders force personnel n the department responsible for hiring and training and placing employees and for setting policies for personnel management perspective n a way of regarding situations or topics etc. position,view perspective n the appearance of things relative to one another as determined by their distance from the viewer perspicacious adj acutely insightful and wise sagacious perspicacious adj mentally acute or penetratingly discerning perspicuous adj (of language) transparently clear; easily understandable lucid perspiration n salty fluid secreted by sweat glands sweat perspiration n the process of the sweat glands of the skin secreting a salty fluid sweating perspire v excrete perspiration through the pores in the skin sweat persuadable adj being susceptible to persuasion persuade v win approval or support for carry,sway persuade v cause somebody to adopt a certain position, belief, or course of action; twist somebody's arm dissuade persuader n someone who tries to persuade or induce or lead on persuasion n the act of persuading (or attempting to persuade); communication intended to induce belief or action suasion persuasion n a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty opinion,sentiment,view,thought persuasive adj intended or having the power to induce action or belief persuasively adv in a persuasive manner persuasiveness n the power to induce the taking of a course of action or the embracing of a point of view by means of argument or entreaty strength pert adj characterized by a lightly pert and exuberant quality impertinent,irreverent,saucy pertain v be relevant to refer,relate,concern,touch pertain v be a part or attribute of perth n the state capital of Western Australia pertinent adj having precise or logical relevance to the matter at hand pertinent adj being of striking appropriateness and pertinence apt pertinently adv in a pertinent way perturb v disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed unhinge,disquiet,trouble,cark,distract,disorder perturb v disturb or interfere with the usual path of an electron or atom perturb v cause a celestial body to deviate from a theoretically regular orbital motion, especially as a result of interposed or extraordinary gravita perturb v throw into great confusion or disorder derange perturbation n an unhappy and worried mental state disturbance,upset perturbation n (physics) a secondary influence on a system that causes it to deviate slightly perturbation n activity that is a malfunction, intrusion, or interruption disturbance perturbation n a disposition that is confused or nervous and upset fluster perturbed adj thrown into a state of agitated confusion; (`rattled' is an informal term) flustered,rattled perturbing adj causing distress or worry or anxiety distressing,disturbing,troubling,worrisome,worrying pertussis n a disease of the respiratory mucous membrane peru n a republic in western South America; achieved independence from Spain in 1821; was the heart of the Inca empire from the 12th to 16th centur peruke n a wig for men that was fashionable in the 17th and 18th centuries perusal n reading carefully with intent to remember perusing,studying peruse v examine or consider with attention and in detail perusing n reading carefully with intent to remember perusal,studying peruvian n a native or inhabitant of Peru peruvian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Peru or its people pervade v spread or diffuse through permeate,penetrate,interpenetrate,diffuse,imbue,riddle pervasive adj spreading or spread throughout permeating pervasiveness n the quality of filling or spreading throughout perverse adj marked by a disposition to oppose and contradict perverse adj resistant to guidance or discipline contrary,obstinate,wayward perverse adj deviating from what is considered moral or right or proper or good depraved,perverted,reprobate perversely adv deliberately deviant perversely adv in a contrary disobedient manner perversion n a curve that reverses the direction of something perversion n an aberrant sexual practice perversion n the action of perverting something (turning it to a wrong use) perversity n deliberate and stubborn unruliness and resistance to guidance or discipline contrariness perversity n deliberately deviating from what is good pervert n a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior deviant,deviate,degenerate pervert v corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality corrupt,subvert,demoralize,debase,profane,vitiate,deprave,misdirect pervert v practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive twist,convolute,sophisticate pervert v change the inherent purpose or function of something misuse,abuse perverted adj (used of sexual behavior) showing or appealing to bizarre or deviant tastes kinky perverted adj having an intended meaning altered or misrepresented distorted,misrepresented,twisted perverted adj deviating from what is considered moral or right or proper or good depraved,perverse,reprobate pes n the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint foot peseta n formerly the basic unit of money in Spain; equal to 100 centimos pesewa n 100 pesewas equal 1 cedi in Ghana pesky adj causing irritation or annoyance annoying,bothersome,galling,irritating,nettlesome,pestering,teasing,vexatious peso n the basic unit of money in Uruguay; equal to 100 centesimos peso n the basic unit of money in the Philippines; equal to 100 centavos peso n the basic unit of money in Mexico; equal to 100 centavos peso n the basic unit of money in Guinea-Bissau; equal to 100 centavos pessimal adj of an organism's environment; least favorable for survival pessimism n the feeling that things will turn out badly optimism pessimism n a general disposition to look on the dark side and to expect the worst in all things optimism pessimist n a person who expects the worst optimist pessimistic adj expecting the worst possible outcome optimistic pessimistically adv with pessimism; in a pessimistic manner optimistically pest n a serious (sometimes fatal) infection of rodents caused by Yersinia pestis and accidentally transmitted to humans by the bite of a flea that plague,pestilence pest n any epidemic disease with a high death rate plague,pestilence pest n a persistently annoying person blighter,cuss,gadfly pest n any unwanted and destructive insect or other animal that attacks food or crops or livestock etc. pester v annoy persistently tease,badger,bug,beleaguer pestered adj troubled persistently especially with petty annoyances annoyed,harassed,harried,vexed pestering adj causing irritation or annoyance annoying,bothersome,galling,irritating,nettlesome,pesky,teasing,vexatious pesticide n a chemical used to kill pests (as rodents or insects) pestilence n a serious (sometimes fatal) infection of rodents caused by Yersinia pestis and accidentally transmitted to humans by the bite of a flea that plague,pest pestilence n any epidemic disease with a high death rate plague,pest pestilence n a pernicious and malign influence that is hard to get rid of canker pestilent adj exceedingly harmful deadly,pernicious pestilent adj likely to spread and cause an epidemic disease pestle n machine consisting of a heavy bar that moves vertically for pounding or crushing ores stamp pestle n a heavy tool of stone or iron (usually with a flat base and a handle) that is used to grind and mix material (as grain or drugs or pigments) muller,pounder pestle n a club-shaped hand tool for grinding and mixing substances in a mortar pestle v grind, mash or pulverize in a mortar pesto n a sauce typically served with pasta; contains crushed basil leaves and garlic and pine nuts and Parmesan cheese in olive oil pet n a domesticated animal kept for companionship or amusement pet n a special loved one darling,favorite,favourite,dearie,deary,ducky pet n a fit of petulance or sulkiness (especially at what is felt to be a slight) pet n using a computerized radiographic technique to examine the metabolic activity in various tissues (especially in the brain) pet v stroke or caress gently pet v stroke or caress in an erotic manner, as during lovemaking pet adj preferred above all others and treated with partiality favored,favorite,favourite,preferred petal n part of the perianth that is usually brightly colored petalless adj (of flowers) having no petals petalous adj (of flowers) having petals petard n an explosive device used to break down a gate or wall petechia n a minute red or purple spot on the surface of the skin as the result of tiny hemorrhages of blood vessels in the skin (as in typhoid fever) peter n disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope petersburg n a town in southeastern Virginia (south of Richmond); scene of heavy fighting during the American Civil War petersburg n the final campaign of the American Civil War (1864-65); Union forces under Grant besieged and finally defeated Confederate forces under Lee petite n a garment size for short or slender women petite adj very small bantam,diminutive,lilliputian,tiny petition n a formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority request petition n reverent petition to a deity prayer petition v write a petition for something to somebody; request formally and in writing petitioner n one praying humbly for something supplicant,requester petitioner n someone who petitions a court for redress of a grievance or recovery of a right petrarch n an Italian poet famous for love lyrics (1304-1374) petrel n relatively small long-winged tube-nosed bird that flies far from land petrify v cause to become stonelike or stiff or dazed and stunned from fright petrify v change into stone petrify v make rigid and set into a conventional pattern ossify petrochemical n any compound obtained from petroleum or natural gas petroglyph n a carving or line drawing on rock (especially one made by prehistoric people) petrol n a volatile flammable mixture of hydrocarbons (hexane and heptane and octane etc.) derived from petroleum; used mainly as a fuel in internal- gasoline,gas petroleum n a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons crude,oil petronius n Roman satirist (died in 66) petter n a lover who gently fondles and caresses the loved one petticoat n undergarment worn under a skirt underskirt pettiness n narrowness of mind or ideas or views pettiness n the quality of being unimportant and petty or frivolous triviality pettiness n lack of generosity in trifling matters smallness petting n affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs) caressing,cuddling,fondling,hugging,kissing petty n larceny of property having a value less than some amount (the amount varies by locale) petty adj inferior in rank or status lowly,secondary,subaltern petty adj (informal) small and of little importance fiddling,lilliputian,little,piddling,picayune,trivial petty adj contemptibly narrow in outlook petulance n an irritable petulant feeling irritability,fretfulness,choler petulant adj easily irritated or annoyed cranky,fractious,irritable,nettlesome,peevish,peckish,scratchy,testy petunia n any of numerous tropical herbs having fluted funnel-shaped flowers petunia n annual or perennial herbs or shrubs of tropical South America pew n long bench with backs; used in church by the congregation pewter n any of various alloys of tin with small amounts of other metals (especially lead) peyote n a small spineless globe-shaped cactus; source of mescal buttons peyote n the hallucinatory alkaloid that is the active agent in mescal buttons mescaline pfennig n 100 pfennigs formerly equaled 1 Deutsche Mark in Germany ph n (from potential of Hydrogen) the logarithm of the reciprocal of hydrogen-ion concentration in gram atoms per liter; provides a measure on a phaeton n large open car seating four with folding top tourer phage n a virus that is parasitic (reproduces itself) in bacteria phagocyte n a cell that engulfs and digests debris and invading microorganisms phalanx n any of the bones of the fingers or toes phalanx n any closely ranked crowd of people phalanx n a body of troops in close array phallic adj relating to a phallus especially as an embodiment of generative power phallic adj resembling or being a phallus phallus n genus of fungi having the cap or pileus hanging free around the stem phallus n the male sex organ (`member' is a euphemism) penis,member phantasm n a ghostly appearing figure apparition,phantom,specter,spectre phantasm n something existing in perception only apparition,phantom,shadow phantasmagoria n a constantly changing medley of real or imagined images (as in a dream) phantom n a ghostly appearing figure apparition,phantasm,specter,spectre phantom n something existing in perception only apparition,phantasm,shadow phantom adj something apparently sensed but having no physical reality pharaoh n the title of the ancient Egyptian kings pharaonic adj of or relating to the ancient Egyptian kings pharisee n a self-righteous or sanctimonious person pharisee n a member of an ancient Jewish sect noted for strict obedience to Jewish traditions pharma n a company that makes and sells pharmaceuticals pharmaceutical n drug or medicine that is prepared or dispensed in pharmacies and used in medical treatment pharmaceutical adj of or relating to pharmacy or pharmacists pharmaceutical adj of or relating to drugs used in medical treatment pharmacist n a health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing drugs druggist,chemist,apothecary pharmacological adj of or relating to pharmacology pharmacologist n someone trained in the science of drugs (their composition and uses and effects) pharmacology n the science or study of drugs: their preparation and properties and uses and effects pharmacy n the art and science of preparing and dispensing drugs and medicines, pharmacy n a retail shop where medicine and other articles are sold drugstore pharos n a tower with a light that gives warning of shoals to passing ships beacon,lighthouse pharyngeal n a consonant articulated in the back of the mouth or throat guttural pharyngeal adj of or relating to the throat pharynx n the passage to the stomach and lungs; in the front part of the neck below the chin and above the collarbone throat phase n any distinct time period in a sequence of events stage phase n (physical chemistry) a distinct state of matter in a system; matter that is identical in chemical composition and physical state and separat form phase n a particular point in the time of a cycle; measured from some arbitrary zero and expressed as an angle phase n (astronomy) the particular appearance of a body's state of illumination (especially one of the recurring shapes of the part of Earth's moon phase v arrange in phases or stages phase v adjust so as to be in a synchronized condition phasianid n a kind of game bird in the family Phasianidae phd n a doctorate usually based on at least 3 years graduate study and a dissertation; the highest degree awarded graduate study pheasant n large long-tailed gallinaceous bird native to the Old World but introduced elsewhere pheasant n flesh of a pheasant; usually braised phenol n any of a class of weakly acidic organic compounds; molecule contains one or more hydroxyl groups phenol n a toxic white soluble crystalline acidic derivative of benzene; used in manufacturing and as a disinfectant and antiseptic; poisonous if tak phenolic n a thermosetting resin phenolphthalein n a laxative used in many preparations under various trade names; also used as an acid-base indicator in titrations involving weak acids and s phenomenal adj of or relating to a phenomenon phenomenal adj exceedingly or unbelievably great phenomenally adv to a phenomenal degree phenomenology n a philosophical doctrine proposed by Edmund Husserl based on the study of human experience in which considerations of objective reality are phenomenon n any state or process known through the senses rather than by intuition or reasoning phenomenon n a remarkable development phenotype n what an organism looks like as a consequence of the interaction of its genotype and the environment phenotypic adj of or relating to or constituting a phenotype pheromone n a chemical substance secreted externally by some animals (especially insects) that influences the physiology or behavior of other animals of phi n the 21st letter of the Greek alphabet phial n a small bottle that contains a drug (especially a sealed sterile container for injection by needle) vial philadelphia n the largest city in Pennsylvania; located in the southeastern part of the state on the Delaware river; site of Independence Hall where the D philander v have amorous affairs; of men womanize philander v talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions flirt,dally,butterfly,romance,mash philanderer n a man who likes many women and has short sexual relationships with them womanizer philanthropic adj generous in assistance to the poor beneficent,benevolent,eleemosynary philanthropic adj of or relating to or characterized by philanthropy philanthropist n someone who makes charitable donations intended to increase human well-being philanthropy n voluntary promotion of human welfare philatelic adj of or relating to philately or of interest to philatelists philatelist n a collector and student of postage stamps philately n the collection and study of postage stamps philharmonic n a large orchestra; can perform symphonies symphony philharmonic adj composing or characteristic of an orchestral group philharmonic adj devoted to or appreciative of music philia n a positive feeling of liking affection,fondness,tenderness,heart philip n Englishman and husband of Elizabeth II (born 1921) philippic n a speech of violent denunciation tirade,broadside philippine n official language of the Philippines; based on Tagalog; draws its lexicon from other Philippine languages filipino philippine adj of or relating to or characteristic of the Philippines or its people or customs filipino philippines n a republic on the Philippine Islands; achieved independence from the United States in 1946 philippines n an archipelago in the southwestern Pacific including some 7000 islands philistia n an ancient region on the coast of southwestern Palestine that was strategically located on a trade route between Syria and Egypt; important philistine n a person who is uninterested in intellectual pursuits lowbrow philistine n a member of an Aegean people who settled ancient Philistia around the 12th century BC philistine adj of or relating to ancient Philistia or its culture or its people philistine adj smug and ignorant and indifferent or hostile to artistic and cultural values philodendron n often grown as a houseplant philomath n a lover of learning philosopher n a specialist in philosophy philosopher n a wise person who is calm and rational; someone who lives a life of reason with equanimity philosophic adj of or relating to philosophy or philosophers philosophical philosophic adj characterized by the attitude of a philosopher; meeting trouble with level-headed detachment philosophical philosophical adj of or relating to philosophy or philosophers philosophic philosophical adj characterized by the attitude of a philosopher; meeting trouble with level-headed detachment philosophic philosophically adv in a philosophic manner philosophically adv with respect to philosophy philosophy n a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school doctrine,ism philosophy n the rational investigation of questions about existence and knowledge and ethics philosophy n any personal belief about how to live or how to deal with a situation philter n a drink credited with magical power; can make the one who takes it love the one who gave it phlebitis n inflammation of a vein (usually in the legs) phlegm n apathy demonstrated by an absence of emotional reactions indifference phlegm n expectorated matter; saliva mixed with discharges from the respiratory passages; in ancient and medieval physiology it was believed to cause sputum phlegm n inactivity; showing an unusual lack of energy languor,lethargy,sluggishness,flatness phlegmatic adj showing little emotion phloem n (botany) tissue that conducts synthesized food substances (e.g., from leaves) to parts where needed; consists primarily of sieve tubes bast phlogiston n a hypothetical substance once believed to be present in all combustible materials and to be released during burning phlogopite n a brown form of mica consisting of hydrous silicate of potassium and magnesium and aluminum phlox n any polemoniaceous plant of the genus Phlox; chiefly North American; cultivated for their clusters of flowers phobia n an anxiety disorder characterized by extreme and irrational fear of simple things or social situations phobic adj suffering from irrational fears phobos n the larger of the two satellites of Mars phoca n type genus of the Phocidae: earless seals phoebe n the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one five,v,cinque,quint,quintet,fivesome,quintuplet,pentad phoebe n (Greek mythology) a Titaness who became identified with Artemis as goddess of the Moon phoebe n small dun-colored North American flycatcher phoebus n (Greek mythology) Greek god of light; god of prophecy and poetry and music and healing; son of Zeus and Leto; twin brother of Artemis apollo phoenician n a member of an ancient Semitic people who dominated trade in the first millennium B.C. phoenician n the extinct language of an ancient Semitic people who dominated trade in the ancient world phoenician adj of or relating to or characteristic of Phoenicia or its inhabitants phoenix n the state capital and largest city located in south central Arizona; situated in a former desert that has become a prosperous agricultural a phoenix n a large monocotyledonous genus of pinnate-leaved palms found in Asia and Africa phoenix n a legendary Arabian bird said to periodically burn itself to death and emerge from the ashes as a new phoenix; according to most versions on phoenix n a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Tucana and Sculptor phonate v utter speech sounds vocalize,vocalise phone n electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals b telephone phone n (phonetics) an individual sound unit of speech without concern as to whether or not it is a phoneme of some language sound phone n electro-acoustic transducer for converting electric signals into sounds; it is held over or inserted into the ear earphone,earpiece,headphone phone v get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone call,telephone,ring phonebook n a directory containing an alphabetical list of telephone subscribers and their telephone numbers phoneme n (linguistics) one of a small set of speech sounds that are distinguished by the speakers of a particular language phonemic adj of or relating to phonemes of a particular language phonemic adv by phonemics phonetic adj of or relating to speech sounds phonic phonetic adj of or relating to the scientific study of speech sounds phonetically adv by phonetics phonetics n the branch of acoustics concerned with speech processes including its production and perception and acoustic analysis phoney n a person who professes beliefs and opinions that he or she does not hold in order to conceal his or her real feelings or motives hypocrite,phony,pretender phoney adj fraudulent; having a misleading appearance bogus,fake,phony,bastard phonic adj pertaining to the phonic method of teaching reading phonic adj relating to speech phonic adj of or relating to speech sounds phonetic phonics n teaching reading by training beginners to associate letters with their sound values phonograph n machine in which rotating records cause a stylus to vibrate and the vibrations are amplified acoustically or electronically phonological adj of or relating to phonology phonology n the study of the sound system of a given language and the analysis and classification of its phonemes phony n a person who professes beliefs and opinions that he or she does not hold in order to conceal his or her real feelings or motives hypocrite,phoney,pretender phony adj fraudulent; having a misleading appearance bogus,fake,phoney,bastard phosphate n a salt of phosphoric acid phosphate n carbonated drink with fruit syrup and a little phosphoric acid phosphor n a synthetic substance that is fluorescent or phosphorescent; used to coat the screens of cathode ray tubes phosphorescence n a fluorescence that persists after the bombarding radiation has ceased phosphoric adj containing or characteristic of phosphorus phosphorous phosphorous adj containing or characteristic of phosphorus phosphoric phosphorus n a multivalent nonmetallic element of the nitrogen family that occurs commonly in inorganic phosphate rocks and as organic phosphates in all p phosphorus n a planet (usually Venus) seen just before sunrise in the eastern sky daystar,lucifer phot n a unit of illumination equal to 1 lumen per square centimeter; 10,000 phots equal 1 lux photius n Patriarch of Constantinople and saint of the Greek Orthodox Church; was condemned by the Fourth Council of Constantinople in 869 but was rei photo n a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide or in digital format photograph,exposure,picture,pic photochemical adj of or relating to or produced by the effects of light on chemical systems photocopier n a copier that uses photographic methods of making copies photocopy n a photographic copy of written or printed or graphic work photocopy v reproduce by xerography xerox photoelectric adj of or pertaining to photoelectricity photogenic adj looking attractive in photographs photograph n a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide or in digital format photo,exposure,picture,pic photograph v record on photographic film snap,shoot photograph v undergo being photographed in a certain way photographer n someone who takes photographs professionally photographic adj relating to photography or obtained by using photography photographic adj representing people or nature with the exactness and fidelity of a photograph photography n the act of taking and printing photographs photography n the process of producing images of objects on photosensitive surfaces photography n the occupation of taking and printing photographs or making movies photojournalism n journalism that presents a story primarily through the use of pictures photometer n measuring instrument for measuring the luminous intensity of a source by comparing it (visually or photoelectrically) with a standard source photometer n photographic equipment that measures the intensity of light photometric adj of or relating to photometry photon n a quantum of electromagnetic radiation; an elementary particle that is its own antiparticle photosynthesis n synthesis of compounds with the aid of radiant energy (especially in plants) photovoltaic adj producing a voltage when exposed to radiant energy (especially light) phrasal adj of or relating to or functioning as a phrase phrase n an expression consisting of one or more words forming a grammatical constituent of a sentence phrase n a short musical passage phrase n an expression whose meanings cannot be inferred from the meanings of the words that make it up idiom phrase n dance movements that are linked in a single choreographic sequence phrase v put into words or an expression formulate,word,articulate phrase v divide, combine, or mark into phrases phraseology n the manner in which something is expressed in words wording,diction,phrasing,verbiage phrasing n the grouping of musical phrases in a melodic line phrasing n the manner in which something is expressed in words wording,diction,phraseology,verbiage phrenitis n inflammation of the brain usually caused by a virus; symptoms include headache and neck pain and drowsiness and nausea and fever (`phrenitis encephalitis phrygian n a native or inhabitant of Phrygia phrygian n a Thraco-Phrygian language spoken by the ancient inhabitants of Phrygia and now extinct--preserved only in a few inscriptions phyle n a tribe of ancient Athenians phylogeny n (biology) the sequence of events involved in the evolutionary development of a species or taxonomic group of organisms evolution phylum n (linguistics) a large group of languages that are historically related phylum n (biology) the major taxonomic group of animals and plants; contains classes physa n any member of the genus Physa physical adj involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit mental physical adj relating to the sciences dealing with matter and energy; especially physics physical adj having substance or material existence; perceptible to the senses physical adj according with material things or natural laws (other than those peculiar to living matter) physically adv in accord with physical laws physician n a licensed medical practitioner doctor,doc,md,medico physicist n a scientist trained in physics physics n the science of matter and energy and their interactions physics n the physical properties, phenomena, and laws of something physiological adj of or relating to the biological study of physiology physiological adj of or consistent with an organism's normal functioning physiologically adv of or relating to physiological processes; with respect to physiology physiologist n a biologist specializing in physiology physiology n the branch of the biological sciences dealing with the functioning of organisms physiology n processes and functions of an organism physiotherapy n therapy that uses physical agents: exercise and massage and other modalities physique n constitution of the human body build physique n alternative names for the body of a human being soma,build,figure,anatomy,shape,bod,chassis,frame phytoplankton n photosynthetic or plant constituent of plankton; mainly unicellular algae pi n the ratio of the circumference to the diameter of a circle; approximately equal to 3.14159265358979323846... pi n someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information operative,shamus,sherlock pi n the scientist in charge of an experiment or research project pi n the 16th letter of the Greek alphabet pia n perennial herb of East Indies to Polynesia and Australia; cultivated for its large edible root yielding Otaheite arrowroot starch pianist n a person who plays the piano piano n a keyboard instrument that is played by depressing keys that cause hammers to strike tuned strings and produce sounds pianoforte piano n (music) low loudness piano adj (used chiefly as a direction or description in music) soft; in a quiet, subdued tone soft forte piano adv used as a direction in music; to be played relatively softly softly forte pianoforte n a keyboard instrument that is played by depressing keys that cause hammers to strike tuned strings and produce sounds piano piazza n a public square with room for pedestrians plaza,place pic n a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement movie,film,picture,flick pic n a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide or in digital format photograph,photo,exposure,picture pica n an eating disorder, frequent in children, in which non-nutritional objects are eaten persistently pica n a linear unit (1/6 inch) used in printing em pica n magpies picaresque adj involving clever rogues or adventurers especially as in a type of fiction picasso n prolific and influential Spanish artist who lived in France (1881-1973) picayune adj (informal) small and of little importance fiddling,lilliputian,little,piddling,petty,trivial piccolo n a small flute; pitched an octave above the standard flute pick n the person or thing chosen or selected choice,selection pick n the quantity of a crop that is harvested picking pick n the best people or things in a group cream pick n the yarn woven across the warp yarn in weaving woof,weft,filling pick v select carefully from a group pick v look for and gather pluck,cull pick v harass with constant criticism blame pick v provoke pickaxe n a heavy iron tool with a wooden handle and a curved head that is pointed on both ends pick picker n a person who chooses or selects out chooser picker n someone who gathers crops or fruits etc. pickerel n flesh of young or small pike pickerel n any of several North American species of small pike picket n a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event lookout,sentinel,sentry,watch,spotter,scout picket n a detachment of troops guarding an army from surprise attack picket n a protester posted by a labor organization outside a place of work picket n a vehicle performing sentinel duty picket v serve as pickets or post pickets picket v fasten with a picket pickett n American Confederate general known for leading a disastrous charge at Gettysburg (1825-1875) pickford n United States film actress (born in Canada) who starred in silent films (1893-1979) picking n the quantity of a crop that is harvested pick picking n the act of picking (crops or fruit or hops etc.) pickings n the act of someone who picks up or takes something taking pickle n vegetables (especially cucumbers) preserved in brine or vinegar pickle n informal terms for a difficult situation fix,hole,jam,mess,muddle pickle v preserve in a pickling liquid pickled adj (used of foods) preserved in a pickling liquid pickpocket n a thief who steals from the pockets or purses of others in public places cutpurse,dip pickup n a light truck with an open body and low sides and a tailboard pickup n a warrant to take someone into custody pickup n anything with restorative powers pickup n a casual acquaintance; often made in hope of sexual relationships picky adj exacting especially about details finical,finicky,fussy,particular picnic n a day devoted to an outdoor social gathering outing picnic n any undertaking that is easy to do cinch,breeze,snap,pushover picnic n any informal meal eaten outside or on an excursion picnic v eat alfresco, in the open air pictorial n a periodical (magazine or newspaper) containing many pictures pictorial adj pertaining to or consisting of pictures pictural pictorial adj evoking lifelike images within the mind graphic,lifelike,vivid pictural adj pertaining to or consisting of pictures pictorial picture n a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface image,icon picture n graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface painting picture n a clear and telling mental image impression picture n a situation treated as an observable object scene picture v imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind visualize,envision,project,fancy,see,figure,image picture v show in, or as in, a picture depict,render,show pictured adj seen in the mind as a mental image envisioned,visualized pictured adj represented graphically by sketch or design or lines depicted,portrayed picturesque adj suggesting or suitable for a picture; pretty as a picture picturesque adj strikingly expressive picturing n visual imagery envisioning picturing n visual representation as by photography or painting picul n a unit of weight used in some parts of Asia; approximately equal to 133 pounds (the load a grown man can carry) piddle n liquid excretory product urine,piss,pee,water piddle v waste time; spend one's time idly or inefficiently wanton,trifle piddle v eliminate urine make,urinate,puddle,piss,pee,wee piddling adj (informal) small and of little importance fiddling,lilliputian,little,petty,picayune,trivial piddock n marine bivalve that bores into rock or clay or wood by means of saw-like shells pidgin n an artificial language used for trade between speakers of different languages pie n dish baked in pastry-lined pan often with a pastry top pie n a prehistoric unrecorded language that was the ancestor of all Indo-European languages piebald adj having sections or patches colored differently and usually brightly motley,calico,multicolor,multicolored,painted,pied piece n a separate part of a whole piece n an item that is an instance of some type part piece n a portion of a natural object part piece n a musical work that has been created opus,composition piece v to join or unite the pieces of patch piece v create by putting components or members together assemble,tack piece v join during spinning piece v eat intermittently; take small bites of nibble,pick piecemeal adj one thing at a time piecemeal adv a little bit at a time piecework n work paid for according to the quantity produced pied adj having sections or patches colored differently and usually brightly motley,calico,multicolor,multicolored,painted,piebald piedmont n the plateau between the coastal plain and the Appalachian Mountains: parts of Virginia and North and South Carolina and Georgia and Alabama piedmont n a gentle slope leading from the base of a mountain to a region of flat land piedmont n the region of northwestern Italy; includes the Po valley pier n a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats wharf,wharfage,dock pier n (architecture) a vertical supporting structure (as a portion of wall between two doors or windows) pier n a support for two adjacent bridge spans pierce n 14th President of the United States (1804-1869) pierce v cut or make a way through pierce v move or affect (a person's emotions or bodily feelings) deeply or sharply pierce v sound sharply or shrilly pierce v penetrate or cut through with a sharp instrument thrust pierced adj having a hole cut through perforated,perforate,punctured piercing adj having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions acute,discriminating,incisive,keen,knifelike,penetrating,sharp piercing adj painful as if caused by a sharp instrument cutting,keen,knifelike,stabbing pierre n capital of the state of South Dakota; located in central South Dakota on the Missouri river pierrot n a male character in French pantomime; usually dressed in white with a whitened face pietism n 17th and 18th-century German movement in the Lutheran Church stressing personal piety and devotion pietism n exaggerated or affected piety and religious zeal religiosity piety n righteousness by virtue of being pious piezoelectric adj relating to or involving piezoelectricity piffle n trivial nonsense balderdash piffle v speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly chatter,prate,twaddle,clack,maunder,prattle,blab,gibber piffle v act in a trivial or ineffective way pig n domestic swine hog,grunter,squealer pig n a coarse obnoxious person slob,sloven pig n a person regarded as greedy and pig-like hog pig n uncomplimentary terms for a policeman bull,cop,copper,fuzz pig v live like a pig, in squalor pig v eat greedily devour,guttle,raven pig v give birth to (piglets) farrow pigeon n wild and domesticated birds having a heavy body and short legs pigeonhole n a specific (often simplistic) category pigeonhole n a small compartment cubbyhole pigeonhole v place into a small compartment pigeonhole v treat or classify according to a mental stereotype stereotype,stamp piggy n a young pig piglet,shoat piggy adj resembling swine; coarsely gluttonous or greedy piggyback n the act of carrying something piggyback piggyback v ride on someone's shoulders or back piggyback v haul truck trailers loaded with commodities on railroad cars piggyback v haul by railroad car piggyback v support on the back and shoulders piggyback adv on a railroad flatcar piggyback adv on the back or shoulder or astraddle on the hip piglet n a young pig piggy,shoat pigman n a herder or swine pigment n dry coloring material (especially a powder to be mixed with a liquid to produce paint, etc.) pigment n any substance whose presence in plant or animal tissues produces a characteristic color pigment n a substance used as a coating to protect or decorate a surface (especially a mixture of pigment suspended in a liquid); dries to form a hard paint pigment v acquire pigment; become colored or imbued pigment v color or dye with a pigment pigmentation n the deposition of pigment in animals or plants or human beings pigmentation n coloration of living tissues by pigment pigmy n an unusually small individual pygmy pigmy n any member of various peoples having an average height of less than five feet pygmy pignut n an American hickory tree having bitter nuts pigpen n a pen for swine sty,pigsty pigskin n leather from the skin of swine pigsty n a pen for swine sty,pigpen pigtail n a plait of braided hair pika n small short-eared burrowing mammal of rocky uplands of Asia and western North America coney pike n a broad highway designed for high-speed traffic expressway,freeway,superhighway pike n highly valued northern freshwater fish with lean flesh pike n a sharp point (as on the end of a spear) pike n medieval weapon consisting of a spearhead attached to a long pole or pikestaff; superseded by the bayonet pikestaff n the staff of a pike pilaf n rice cooked in well-seasoned broth with onions or celery and usually poultry or game or shellfish and sometimes tomatoes pilar adj of or relating to a hair pilaster n a rectangular column that usually projects about a third of its width from the wall to which it is attached pilate n the Roman procurator of Judea who ordered that Jesus be crucified (died in AD 36) pilchard n small fatty fish usually canned sardine pilchard n small fishes found in great schools along coasts of Europe; smaller and rounder than herring sardine pile n a collection of objects laid on top of each other heap,mound,agglomerate,cumulus pile n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,deal,flock,heap,lot,mass,mess,mickle pile n a large sum of money (especially as pay or profit) bundle pile n fine soft dense hair (as the fine short hair of cattle or deer or the wool of sheep or the undercoat of certain dogs) down pile v arrange in stacks stack,heap pile v press tightly together or cram throng,mob,pack,jam pile v place or lay as if in a pile piles n venous swelling external or internal to the anal sphincter hemorrhoid piles n a large number or amount tons,dozens,heaps,lots,scores,stacks,loads,rafts pileup n multiple collisions of vehicles pilfer v make off with belongings of others cabbage,purloin,pinch,abstract,snarf,swipe,hook,sneak pilferage n the act of stealing small amounts or small articles pilferer n a thief who steals without using violence pilgrim n someone who journeys in foreign lands pilgrim n one of the colonists from England who sailed to America on the Mayflower and founded the colony of Plymouth in New England in 1620 pilgrim n someone who journeys to a sacred place as an act of religious devotion pilgrimage n a journey to a sacred place piling n a column of wood or steel or concrete that is driven into the ground to provide support for a structure pile,spile,stilt pill n something that resembles a tablet of medicine in shape or size pill n a dose of medicine in the form of a small pellet lozenge,tablet,tab pill n a unpleasant or tiresome person pill n something unpleasant or offensive that must be tolerated or endured pillage n goods or money obtained illegally loot,booty,plunder,prize,swag pillage n the act of stealing valuable things from a place plundering,pillaging pillage v steal goods; take as spoils plunder,loot,reave,strip,rifle,ransack,foray pillaged adj wrongfully emptied or stripped of anything of value looted,plundered,ransacked pillaged adj having been robbed and destroyed by force and violence raped,ravaged,sacked pillager n someone who takes spoils or plunder (as in war) looter,spoiler,raider pillaging n the act of stealing valuable things from a place plundering,pillage pillar n a fundamental principle or practice pillar n anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower column,tower pillar n a prominent supporter mainstay pillar n a vertical cylindrical structure standing alone and not supporting anything (such as a monument) column pillared adj having pillars pillion n a seat behind the rider of a horse or motorbike etc. pillory n a wooden instrument of punishment on a post with holes for the wrists and neck; offenders were locked in and so exposed to public scorn pillory v expose to ridicule or public scorn gibbet pillory v punish by putting in a pillory pillory v criticize harshly or violently savage,blast,crucify pillow n a cushion to support the head of a sleeping person pillow v rest on or as if on a pillow rest pillowcase n bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow case,slip pilot n someone who is licensed to operate an aircraft in flight pilot n a person qualified to guide ships through difficult waters going into or out of a harbor pilot n a program exemplifying a contemplated series; intended to attract sponsors pilot n something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies original,archetype pilot v operate an airplane fly,aviate pilot v act as the navigator in a car, plane, or vessel and plan, direct, plot the path and position of the conveyance navigate pilotage n the guidance of ships or airplanes from place to place navigation,piloting pilotage n the occupation of a pilot piloting piloting n the guidance of ships or airplanes from place to place navigation,pilotage piloting n the occupation of a pilot pilotage pilotless adj lacking a pilot pilsen n a town in Czech Republic where Pilsner beer originated pilus n any of the cylindrical filaments characteristically growing from the epidermis of a mammal hair pilus n hairlike structure especially on the surface of a cell or microorganism pima n a member of the North American Indian people living in southern Arizona and northern Mexico pima n the Uto-Aztecan language spoken by the Pima pimento n plant bearing large mild thick-walled usually bell-shaped fruits; the principal salad peppers paprika pimento n fully ripened sweet red pepper; usually cooked pimp n someone who procures customers for whores (in England they call a pimp a ponce) procurer,pander,ponce pimp v arrange for sexual partners for others pander,procure pimple n a small inflamed elevation of the skin; a pustule or papule; common symptom in acne hickey,zit pin n a piece of jewelry that is pinned onto the wearer's garment pin n when a wrestler's shoulders are forced to the mat fall pin n small markers inserted into a surface to mark scores or define locations etc. peg pin n a number you choose and use to gain access to various accounts pin v to hold fast or prevent from moving trap,immobilize pin v attach or fasten with pins pin v pierce with a pin pin v (chess) immobilize a piece pinafore n a sleeveless dress resembling an apron; worn over other clothing jumper pinball n a game played on a sloping board; the object is to propel marbles against pins or into pockets pincer n a hand tool for holding consisting of a compound lever for grasping tweezer pincer n a grasping structure on the limb of a crustacean or other arthropods claw,chela,nipper pinch n a painful or straitened circumstance pinch n an injury resulting from getting some body part squeezed pinch n a slight but appreciable amount touch,hint,tinge,mite,jot,speck pinch n a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action emergency,exigency pinch v squeeze tightly between the fingers squeeze,twinge,tweet,nip,twitch pinch v make ridges into by pinching together crimp pinch v make off with belongings of others pilfer,cabbage,purloin,abstract,snarf,swipe,hook,sneak pinch v cut the top off top pinched adj sounding as if the nose were pinched nasal pinched adj very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold emaciated,gaunt,haggard,skeletal,wasted pinched adj not having enough money to pay for necessities penniless,penurious pinched adj as if squeezed uncomfortably tight pincushion n a small stiff cushion into which pins are stuck ready for use pindar n Greek lyric poet remembered for his odes (518?-438? BC) pindaric n an ode form used by Pindar; has triple groups of triple units pine n a coniferous tree pine n straight-grained durable and often resinous white to yellowish timber of any of numerous trees of the genus Pinus pine v have a desire for something or someone who is not present ache,yearn,yen,languish pineal adj relating to the pineal body pineal adj having the form of a pine cone pineapple n a tropical American plant bearing a large fleshy edible fruit with a terminal tuft of stiff leaves; widely cultivated in the tropics pineapple n large sweet fleshy tropical fruit with a terminal tuft of stiff leaves; widely cultivated pinecone n the seed-producing cone of a pine tree ping n a river in western Thailand; a major tributary of the Chao Phraya ping n a sharp high-pitched resonant sound (as of a sonar echo or a bullet striking metal) ping v hit with a pinging noise ping v sound like a car engine that is firing too early pink,knock ping v make a short high-pitched sound ping v contact, usually in order to remind of something pinger n a pulse generator used for echo sounding in sonar pinhead n an ignorant or foolish person dumbbell,dummy,dope,boob,booby pinhead n the head of a pin pinhole n a small puncture that might have been made by a pin pining n a feeling of deep longing pinion n a gear with a small number of teeth designed to mesh with a larger wheel or rack pinion n any of the larger wing or tail feathers of a bird quill pinion n wing of a bird pennon pinion v bind the arms of shackle pinion v cut the wings off (of birds) pinioned adj (of birds) especially having the flight feathers pinioned adj bound fast especially having the arms restrained pink n a light shade of red pink n any of various flowers of plants of the genus Dianthus cultivated for their fragrant flowers pink n a person with mildly leftist political views pink v make light, repeated taps on a surface tap,rap,knock pink v sound like a car engine that is firing too early ping,knock pink v cut in a zigzag pattern with pinking shears, in sewing pink adj of a light shade of red pinkish pinkie n the finger farthest from the thumb pinky pinkish adj of a light shade of red pink pinky n the finger farthest from the thumb pinkie pinna n division of a usually pinnately divided leaf pinna n the externally visible cartilaginous structure of the external ear auricle,ear pinnacle n (architecture) a slender upright spire at the top of a buttress of tower pinnacle n the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development acme,height,elevation,peak,summit,superlative,meridian,top pinnacle n a lofty peak pinnacle v surmount with a pinnacle pinnacle v raise on or as if on a pinnacle pinnate adj (of a leaf shape) featherlike; having leaflets on each side of a common axis pinner n a woman's cap with two long flaps pinned on pinning n a mutual promise of a couple not to date anyone else; on college campuses it was once signaled by the giving of a fraternity pin pinochle n a card game played with a pack of forty-eight cards (two of each suit for high cards); play resembles whist bezique pinole n meal made of finely ground corn mixed with sugar and spices pinot n any of several purple or white wine grapes used especially for Burgundies and champagnes pinpoint n a very brief moment pinpoint n a very small spot speck pinpoint n the sharp point of a pin pinpoint v locate exactly nail pinprick n a minor annoyance pinprick n small puncture (as if made by a pin) pinscher n any of three breeds of dogs whose ears and tail are usually cropped pint n a British imperial capacity measure (liquid or dry) equal to 4 gills or 568.26 cubic centimeters pint n a United States dry unit equal to 0.5 quart or 33.6 cubic inches pint n a United States liquid unit equal to 16 fluid ounces; two pints equal one quart pintail n long-necked river duck of the Old and New Worlds having elongated central tail feathers pinter n English dramatist whose plays are characterized by silences and the use of inaction (born in 1930) pintle n a pin or bolt forming the pivot of a hinge pinto n a spotted or calico horse or pony piolet n an ax used by mountain climbers for cutting footholds in ice pioneer n someone who helps to open up a new line of research or technology or art innovator pioneer n one of the first colonists or settlers in a new territory pioneer v open up an area or prepare a way pioneer v take the lead or initiative in; participate in the development of initiate pioneer v open up and explore a new area pious adj having or showing or expressing reverence for a deity impious piously adv in a devout and pious manner devoutly pip n a disease of poultry pip n a minor nonspecific ailment pip n a small hard seed found in some fruits pip n a mark on a die or on a playing card (shape depending on the suit) spot pip v kill by firing a missile shoot pip v hit with a missile from a weapon shoot,hit pip v defeat thoroughly worst,whip pipe n a tube with a small bowl at one end; used for smoking tobacco pipe n a long tube made of metal or plastic that is used to carry water or oil or gas etc. piping pipe n a hollow cylindrical shape tube pipe n a tubular wind instrument pipe v utter a shrill cry shriek,shrill pipe v transport by pipeline pipe v play on a pipe pipe v trim with piping pipefish n fish with long tubular snout and slim body covered with bony plates needlefish pipeline n gossip spread by spoken communication grapevine pipeline n a pipe used to transport liquids or gases line piper n someone who plays the bagpipe bagpiper piper n type genus of the Piperaceae: large genus of chiefly climbing tropical shrubs pipette n measuring instrument consisting of a graduated glass tube used to measure or transfer precise volumes of a liquid by drawing the liquid up i piping n a thin strip of covered cord used to edge hems piping n a long tube made of metal or plastic that is used to carry water or oil or gas etc. pipe piping n playing a pipe or the bagpipes piping adv (used of heat) extremely steaming pippin n any of numerous superior eating apples with yellow or greenish yellow skin flushed with red piquant adj having an agreeably pungent taste savory piquant adj engagingly stimulating or provocative salty piquant adj attracting or delighting engaging pique n tightly woven fabric with raised cords pique n a sudden outburst of anger temper,irritation pique v cause to feel resentment or indignation offend piracy n hijacking on the high seas or in similar contexts; taking a ship or plane away from the control of those who are legally entitled to it piracy n the act of plagiarizing; taking someone's words or ideas as if they were your own plagiarism piranha n someone who attacks in search of booty marauder,predator,vulture piranha n small voraciously carnivorous freshwater fishes of South America that attack and destroy living animals pirate n someone who uses another person's words or ideas as if they were his own pirate n someone who robs at sea or plunders the land from the sea without having a commission from any sovereign nation buccaneer pirate n a ship that is manned by pirates pirate v copy illegally; of published material pirate v take arbitrarily or by force commandeer,hijack pirogue n a canoe made by hollowing out and shaping a large log dugout pirouette n (ballet) a rapid spin of the body (especially on the toes as in ballet) pirouette v do a pirouette, usually as part of a dance pisa n a city in Tuscany; site of the famous Leaning Tower pisces n the twelfth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about February 19 to March 20 fish pisces n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Pisces fish pisces n a large faint zodiacal constellation; between Aquarius and Aries pisces n a group of vertebrates comprising both cartilaginous and bony fishes and sometimes including the jawless vertebrates; not used technically piss n liquid excretory product urine,pee,piddle,water piss n informal terms for urination peeing,pee,pissing piss v eliminate urine make,urinate,piddle,puddle,pee,wee pissed adj aroused to impatience or anger annoyed,irritated,miffed,nettled,peeved,riled,roiled,steamed pissed adj very drunk besotted,crocked,cockeyed,loaded,plastered,sloshed,smashed,soaked pisser n a person who urinates pisser n a very disagreeable difficulty pissing n informal terms for urination peeing,pee,piss pistachio n small tree of southern Europe and Asia Minor bearing small hard-shelled nuts pistachio n nut of Mediterranean trees having an edible green kernel piste n a flat rectangular area for fencing bouts piste n a ski run densely packed with snow pistil n the female ovule-bearing part of a flower composed of ovary and style and stigma pistol n a firearm that is held and fired with one hand handgun piston n United States neoclassical composer (1894-1976) piston n mechanical device that has a plunging or thrusting motion plunger pit n a sizeable hole (usually in the ground) cavity pit n a concavity in a surface (especially an anatomical depression) fossa pit n the hard inner (usually woody) layer of the pericarp of some fruits (as peaches or plums or cherries or olives) that contains the seed stone,endocarp pit n (Christianity) the abode of Satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment hell,perdition,inferno pit v set into opposition or rivalry oppose,match pit v mark with a scar scar,mark,pock pit v remove the pits from stone pita n usually small round bread that can open into a pocket for filling pitch n the property of sound that varies with variation in the frequency of vibration pitch n (baseball) the act of throwing a baseball by a pitcher to a batter delivery pitch n a vendor's position (especially on the sidewalk) pitch n promotion by means of an argument and demonstration pitch v throw or toss with a light motion flip,toss,sky pitch v move abruptly lurch,shift pitch v fall or plunge forward pitch v set to a certain pitch pitchblende n a mineral consisting of uranium oxide and trace amounts of radium and thorium and polonium and lead and helium; uraninite in massive form is pitched adj (of sound) set to a certain pitch or key; usually used as a combining form pitched adj set at a slant pitcher n (baseball) the person who does the pitching twirler pitcher n an open vessel with a handle and a spout for pouring ewer pitcher n the quantity contained in a pitcher pitcher n (botany) a leaf that that is modified in such a way as to resemble a pitcher or ewer pitchfork n a long-handled hand tool with sharp widely spaced prongs for lifting and pitching hay pitchfork v lift with a pitchfork fork pitching n (baseball) playing the position of pitcher on a baseball team pitching n abrupt up-and-down motion (as caused by a ship or other conveyance) lurch,pitch pitchman n an aggressive salesman who uses a fast line of talk to sell something pitchman n someone who travels about selling his wares (as on the streets or at carnivals) peddler,packman,hawker pitfall n an unforeseen or unexpected or surprising difficulty pitfall n a trap in the form of a concealed hole pit pith n soft spongelike central cylinder of the stems of most flowering plants pith n the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience kernel,substance,core,center,centre,essence,gist,heart pith v remove the pith from (a plant) pithy adj concise and full of meaning pitiable adj inspiring mixed contempt and pity pathetic,pitiful pitiable adj deserving or inciting pity hapless,miserable,pathetic,pitiful,poor,wretched pitiful adj inspiring mixed contempt and pity pathetic,pitiable pitiful adj bad; unfortunate deplorable,distressing,lamentable,sad,sorry pitiful adj deserving or inciting pity hapless,miserable,pathetic,pitiable,poor,wretched pitifully adv to a pitiful degree pitiless adj without mercy or pity remorseless,ruthless pitiless adj deficient in humane and kindly feelings unkind pitman n English educator who invented a system of phonetic shorthand (1813-1897) pitman n someone who works in a coal mine collier pitt n a British playwright who created the fictional character Sweeney Todd (1799-1855) pitt n English statesman and son of Pitt the Elder (1759-1806) pitt n English statesman who brought the Seven Years' War to an end (1708-1778) pitta n any bird of the genus Pitta; brilliantly colored chiefly terrestrial birds with short wings and tail and stout bills pittance n an inadequate payment pitted adj pitted with cell-like cavities (as a honeycomb) pitting n the formation of small pits in a surface as a consequence of corrosion roughness,indentation pittsburgh n a city in southwestern Pennsylvania where the confluence of the Allegheny River and Monongahela River forms the Ohio River; long an importan pituitary n the master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain pituitary adj of or relating to the pituitary gland pity n a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others ruth,pathos pity n an unfortunate development shame pity n the humane quality of understanding the suffering of others and wanting to do something about it compassion pity v share the suffering of compassionate pivot n the person in a rank around whom the others wheel and maneuver pivot n axis consisting of a short shaft that supports something that turns pin pivot n the act of turning on (or as if on) a pivot pivot v turn on a pivot swivel pivotal adj being of crucial importance polar pix n a chest in which coins from the mint are held to await assay pyx pix n any receptacle in which wafers for the Eucharist are kept pyx pixel n (computer science) the smallest discrete component of an image or picture on a CRT screen (usually a colored dot) pixie n (folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous elf,hob,gremlin,brownie,imp pixie n creeping evergreen shrub having narrow overlapping leaves and early white star-shaped flowers; of the pine barrens of New Jersey and the Car pizarro n Spanish conquistador who conquered the Incas in what is now Peru and founded the city of Lima (1475-1541) pizza n Italian open pie made of thin bread dough spread with a spiced mixture of e.g. tomato sauce and cheese pizzazz n the activeness of an energetic personality dynamism,oomph,zing pizzeria n a shop where pizzas are made and sold pj's n (usually plural) loose-fitting nightclothes worn for sleeping or lounging; have a jacket top and trousers pajama,jammies placard n a sign posted in a public place as an advertisement poster,posting,notice,bill,card placard v post in a public place placard v publicize or announce by placards bill placate v cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of pacify,assuage,appease,mollify,gentle placating adj intended to pacify by acceding to demands or granting concessions appeasing place n a point located with respect to surface features of some region spot place n any area set aside for a particular purpose property place n an abstract mental location place n a general vicinity place v put into a certain place or abstract location put,set,pose,position,lay place v place somebody in a particular situation or location place v assign a rank or rating to rate,rank,range,order,grade place v assign a location to locate,site placeable adj capable of being recognized recognizable,recognisable placebo n an innocuous or inert medication; given as a pacifier or to the control group in experiments on the efficacy of a drug placebo n (Roman Catholic Church) vespers of the office for the dead placed adj situated in a particular spot or position located,set,situated placed adj put in position in relation to other things placeholder n a person authorized to act for another proxy,procurator placeholder n a symbol in a logical or mathematical expression that can be replaced by the name of any member of specified set placement n the spatial property of the way in which something is placed arrangement placement n contact established between applicants and prospective employees placement n the act of putting something in a certain place location,locating,position,positioning,emplacement placenta n that part of the ovary of a flowering plant where the ovules form placenta n the vascular structure in the uterus of most mammals providing oxygen and nutrients for and transferring wastes from the developing fetus placer n an alluvial deposit that contains particles of some valuable mineral placid adj (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves quiet,still,tranquil,smooth,unruffled placid adj not easily irritated equable placidly adv in a quiet and tranquil manner placidly adv in a placid and good-natured manner placoid adj as the hard flattened scales of e.g. sharks platelike plage n the beach at a seaside resort plagiarism n a piece of writing that has been copied from someone else and is presented as being your own work plagiarism n the act of plagiarizing; taking someone's words or ideas as if they were your own piracy plagiarize v take without referencing from someone else's writing or speech; of intellectual property lift plagiarized adj copied and passed off as your own plagioclase n any of a series of triclinic feldspars that form rocks plague n a serious (sometimes fatal) infection of rodents caused by Yersinia pestis and accidentally transmitted to humans by the bite of a flea that pestilence,pest plague n any epidemic disease with a high death rate pestilence,pest plague n a swarm of insects that attack plants infestation plague n any large scale calamity (especially when thought to be sent by God) plague v cause to suffer a blight blight plague v annoy continually or chronically harass,hassle,harry,chevy,beset,molest,provoke plaice n flesh of large European flatfish plaice n large European food fish plaid n a cloth having a crisscross design tartan plain n extensive tract of level open land field,champaign plain n a basic knitting stitch made by putting the needle through the front of the stitch from the lefthand side knit plain v express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness complain,kick plain adj clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment apparent,evident,manifest,palpable,patent,unmistakable plain adj not elaborate or elaborated; simple fancy plain adj lacking patterns especially in color patterned plain adj not mixed with extraneous elements sheer,unmixed plain adv unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') obviously,evidently,manifestly,patently,apparently,plainly plainly adv unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly') obviously,evidently,manifestly,patently,apparently,plain plainly adv in a simple manner; without extravagance or embellishment simply plaintiff n a person who brings an action in a court of law complainant defendant plaintive adj expressing sorrow mournful plaintively adv in a plaintive manner plait n a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair braid,tress,twist plait n any of various types of fold formed by doubling fabric back upon itself and then pressing or stitching into shape pleat plait v make by braiding or interlacing braid,lace plait v weave into plaits plan n a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished program,programme plan n an arrangement scheme design plan n scale drawing of a structure plan v have the will and intention to carry out some action plan v make plans for something plan v make or work out a plan for; devise project,contrive,design plan v make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form design planar adj involving or having two dimensions cubic,linear planarian n free-swimming mostly freshwater flatworms; popular in laboratory studies for the ability to regenerate lost parts planation n the process of erosion whereby a level surface is produced planck n German physicist whose explanation of blackbody radiation in the context of quantized energy emissions initiated quantum theory (1858-1947) plane n an aircraft that has a fixed wing and is powered by propellers or jets airplane,aeroplane plane n (mathematics) an unbounded two-dimensional shape sheet plane n a level of existence or development plane n a power tool for smoothing or shaping wood planer plane v cut or remove with or as if with a plane shave plane v travel on the surface of water skim plane v make even or smooth, with or as with a carpenter's plane plane adj having a surface without slope, tilt in which no part is higher or lower than another flat,level planer n a power tool for smoothing or shaping wood plane planet n (astronomy) any of the nine large celestial bodies in the solar system that revolve around the sun and shine by reflected light; Mercury, Ve planet n a person who follows or serves another satellite planet n any celestial body (other than comets or satellites) that revolves around a star planetarium n a building housing an instrument for projecting the positions of the planets onto a domed ceiling planetarium n an optical device for projecting images of celestial bodies and other astronomical phenomena onto the inner surface of a hemispherical dome planetarium n an apparatus or model for representing the solar systems planetary adj of or relating to or resembling the physical or orbital characteristics of a planet or the planets planetary adj of or relating to or characteristic of the planet Earth or its inhabitants terrestrial planetary adj having no fixed course erratic,wandering planetary adj involving the entire earth; not limited or provincial in scope global,world,worldwide plangent adj loud and resounding plank n a stout length of sawn timber; made in a wide variety of sizes and used for many purposes board plank n an endorsed policy in the platform of a political party plank v cover with planks plank v set (something or oneself) down with or as if with a noise flump,plonk,plop,plunk,plump plank v cook and serve on a plank planking n planks collectively; a quantity of planks planking n (nautical) a covering or flooring constructed of planks (as on a ship) planking n the work of covering an area with planks plankton n the aggregate of small plant and animal organisms that float or drift in great numbers in fresh or salt water planktonic adj of or relating to plankton planned adj designed or carried out according to a plan unplanned planned adj with planning and intention aforethought,plotted planner n a person who makes plans planner n a notebook for recording appointments and things to be done, etc. planning n an act of formulating a program for a definite course of action planning n the act or process of drawing up plans or layouts for some project or enterprise planning n the cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening preparation,provision plant n buildings for carrying on industrial labor works plant n (botany) a living organism lacking the power of locomotion flora plant n an actor situated in the audience whose acting is rehearsed but seems spontaneous to the audience plant n something planted secretly for discovery by another plant v put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground set plant v fix or set securely or deeply implant,engraft,embed,imbed plant v set up or lay the groundwork for establish,found,constitute,institute plant v place into a river plantagenet n the family name of a line of English kings that reigned from 1154 to 1485 plantain n any of numerous plants of the genus Plantago; mostly small roadside or dooryard weeds with elliptic leaves and small spikes of very small fl plantain n a banana tree bearing hanging clusters of edible angular greenish starchy fruits; tropics and subtropics plantain n starchy banana-like fruit; eaten (always cooked) as a staple vegetable throughout the tropics plantal adj of or relating to plants plantar adj relating to or occurring on the undersurface of the foot plantation n an estate where cash crops are grown on a large scale (especially in tropical areas) plantation n a newly established colony (especially in the colonization of North America) plantation n garden consisting of a small cultivated wood without undergrowth grove,orchard planted adj (used especially of ideas or principles) deeply rooted; firmly fixed or held implanted,ingrained planted adj set in the soil for growth planter n the owner or manager of a plantation planter n a worker who puts or sets seeds or seedlings into the ground planter n a decorative pot for house plants planting n the act of fixing firmly in place planting n a collection of plants (trees or shrubs or flowers) in a particular area planting n putting seeds or young plants in the ground to grow planula n the flat ciliated free-swimming larva of hydrozoan coelenterates plaque n (pathology) a small abnormal patch on or inside the body plaque n a memorial made of brass brass plash n the sound like water splashing splash plash v interlace the shoots of pleach plash v dash a liquid upon or against spatter,splatter,splash,splosh,swash plasm n the protoplasm of the germ cells that contains chromosomes and genes plasm n the colorless watery fluid of the blood and lymph that contains no cells, but in which the blood cells (erythrocytes, leukocytes, and thromb plasma plasma n the colorless watery fluid of the blood and lymph that contains no cells, but in which the blood cells (erythrocytes, leukocytes, and thromb plasm plasma n a green slightly translucent variety of chalcedony used as a gemstone plasma n (physical chemistry) a fourth state of matter distinct from solid or liquid or gas and present in stars and fusion reactors; a gas becomes a plasmodium n multinucleate sheet of cytoplasm characteristic of some stages of such organisms as slime molds plasmodium n parasitic protozoan of the genus Plasmodium that causes malaria in humans plaster n a mixture of lime or gypsum with sand and water; hardens into a smooth solid; used to cover walls and ceilings plaster n any of several gypsum cements; a white powder (a form of calcium sulphate) that forms a paste when mixed with water and hardens into a solid plaster n a medical dressing consisting of a soft heated mass of meal or clay that is spread on a cloth and applied to the skin to treat inflamed area poultice plaster n a surface of hardened plaster (as on a wall or ceiling) plasterwork plaster v apply a heavy coat to plaster v cover conspicuously or thickly, as by pasting something on plaster v affix conspicuously plaster v apply a plaster cast to plasterboard n wallboard with a gypsum plaster core bonded to layers of paper or fiberboard; used instead of plaster or wallboard to make interior walls plastered adj (of hair) made smooth by applying a sticky or glossy substance slicked plastered adj (of walls) covered with a coat of plaster sealed plastered adj very drunk besotted,crocked,cockeyed,loaded,pissed,sloshed,smashed,soaked plasterer n a worker skilled in applying plaster plastering n the application of plaster plasterwork n a surface of hardened plaster (as on a wall or ceiling) plaster plastic n generic name for certain synthetic or semisynthetic materials that can be molded or extruded into objects or films or filaments or used for plastic n a card (usually plastic) that assures a seller that the person using it has a satisfactory credit rating and that the issuer will see to it plastic adj capable of being molded or modeled (especially of earth or clay or other soft material) fictile,moldable plastic adj capable of being influenced or formed pliant plastic adj forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning formative,shaping plasticine n a synthetic material resembling clay but remaining soft; used as a substitute for clay or wax in modeling (especially in schools) plasticizer n a substance added to plastics or other materials to make them more pliable plastron n the ornamental front of a woman's bodice or shirt plastron n the front of man's dress shirt plastron n a metal breastplate that was worn under a coat of mail plastron n a large pad worn by a fencer to protect the chest plat n a map showing planned or actual features of an area (streets and building lots etc.) plat v make a plat of plot platanthera n herbaceous terrestrial orchids of temperate northern and southern hemispheres plate n (baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score home plate n a sheet of metal or wood or glass or plastic plate n a full-page illustration (usually on slick paper) plate n dish on which food is served or from which food is eaten plate v coat with a layer of metal plateau n a relatively flat highland platelet n tiny bits of protoplasm found in vertebrate blood; essential for blood clotting platelike adj as the hard flattened scales of e.g. sharks placoid platen n work table of a machine tool platen n the flat plate of a printing press that presses the paper against the type platen n the roller on a typewriter against which the keys strike plater n a skilled worker who coats articles with a film of metal (usually silver or gold) platform n a raised horizontal surface platform n a document stating the aims and principles of a political party program platform n the combination of a particular computer and a particular operating system platform n any military structure or vehicle bearing weapons plating n a thin coating of metal deposited on a surface plating n the application of a thin coat of metal (as by electrolysis) platinum n a heavy precious metallic element; grey-white and resistant to corroding; occurs in some nickel and copper ores and is also found native in platitude n a trite or obvious remark cliche,banality,commonplace,bromide plato n ancient Athenian philosopher; pupil of Socrates; teacher of Aristotle (428-347 BC) platonic adj of or relating to or characteristic of Plato or his philosophy platonic adj free from physical desire platonist n an advocate of Platonism platoon n a military unit that is a subdivision of a company; usually has a headquarters and two or more squads; usually commanded by a lieutenant platoon n a team of policemen working under the military platoon system platoon n a group of persons who are engaged in a common activity plattdeutsch n a German dialect spoken in northern Germany platter n a large shallow dish used for serving food platter n sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove; used to reproduce music by rotating while a phonograph needle tracks in the g record,disk,disc platy n small stocky Mexican fish; popular aquarium fish platypus n small densely furred aquatic monotreme of Australia and Tasmania having a broad bill and tail and webbed feet; only species in the family Or platysma n either of two broad muscles located on either side of the neck and innervated by the facial nerve; extends from lower jaw to clavicle and is plaudit n enthusiastic approval acclaim,acclamation,plaudits plaudits n enthusiastic approval acclaim,acclamation,plaudit plausibility n apparent validity plausible adj apparently reasonable and credible, and therefore convincing implausible plausible adj given to or characterized by presenting specious arguments plausibly adv easy to believe on the basis of available evidence credibly,probably plautus n comic dramatist of ancient Rome (253?-184 BC) plautus n a genus of Alcidae play n a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage drama play n a theatrical performance of a drama play n a preset plan of action in team sports play n a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill maneuver,manoeuvre play v participate in games or sport play v act or have an effect in a specified way or with a specific effect or outcome play v play on an instrument play v play a role or part act,represent playable adj capable of or suitable for being played or played on playback n the act of reproducing recorded sound playback n electronic equipment comprising the part of a tape recorder that reproduces the recorded material playbill n a theatrical program playbook n a notebook containing descriptions and diagrams of the plays that a team has practiced (especially an American football team) playbook n a book containing the scripts of one or more dramatic plays playbook n a scheme or set of strategies for conducting a business campaign or a political campaign playboy n a man devoted to the pursuit of pleasure corinthian played adj (of games) engaged in player n a person who participates in or is skilled at some game participant player n someone who plays a musical instrument (as a profession) musician,instrumentalist player n a theatrical performer actor,thespian player n a person who pursues a number of different social and sexual partners simultaneously playfellow n a companion at play playmate playful adj full of fun and high spirits playfully adv in a playful manner playfulness n a festive merry feeling gaiety playfulness n a disposition to find (or make) causes for amusement fun playfulness n activities that are enjoyable or amusing fun,merriment playground n an area where many people go for recreation playground n yard consisting of an outdoor area for children's play playhouse n plaything consisting of a small model of a house that children can play inside of playing n the act of playing a musical instrument playing n the action of taking part in a game or sport or other recreation playing n the performance of a part or role in a drama acting,performing playlist n a list of musical selections for performance or for broadcast by radio playmate n a companion at play playfellow playoff n any final competition to determine a championship playpen n a portable enclosure in which babies may be left to play pen playroom n a recreation room for noisy activities (parties or children's play etc) plaything n an artifact designed to be played with toy playtime n time for play or diversion playwright n someone who writes plays dramatist plaza n a public square with room for pedestrians place,piazza plaza n mercantile establishment consisting of a carefully landscaped complex of shops representing leading merchandisers; usually includes restaura mall,center plea n a humble request for help from someone in authority plea n (law) a defendant's answer by a factual matter (as distinguished from a demurrer) plea n an answer indicating why a suit should be dismissed pleach v form or weave into a braid or braids braid pleach v interlace the shoots of plash plead v appeal or request earnestly plead v offer as an excuse or plea plead v enter a plea, as in courts of law plead v make an allegation in an action or other legal proceeding, especially answer the previous pleading of the other party by denying facts there pleading n (law) a statement in legal and logical form stating something on behalf of a party to a legal proceeding pleading adj begging beseeching,imploring pleasance n a pleasant and secluded part of a garden; usually attached to a mansion pleasance n a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience pleasure pleasant adj affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings unpleasant pleasant adj (of persons) having pleasing manners or behavior pleasantly adv in a cheerful manner pleasantly adv in an enjoyable manner enjoyably unpleasantly pleasantry n an agreeable or amusing remark please v give pleasure to or be pleasing to delight displease please v be the will of or have the will (to) please v give satisfaction please adv used in polite request pleased adj experiencing or manifesting pleasure displeased pleased adj feeling pleasurable satisfaction over something by which you measures your self-worth pleaser n a pleasing entertainer pleasing n the act of one who pleases pleasing adj giving pleasure and satisfaction displeasing pleasing adj pleasant or agreeable to the senses pleasingly adv in a pleasing manner pleasurable adj affording satisfaction or pleasure enjoyable,gratifying pleasure n a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience pleasance pain pleasure n something or someone that provides a source of happiness joy,delight pleasure n a formal expression pleasure n an activity that affords enjoyment pleat n any of various types of fold formed by doubling fabric back upon itself and then pressing or stitching into shape plait pleat v pleat or gather into a ruffle ruffle pleat v fold into pleats plicate pleb n one of the common people plebeian plebe n a military trainee (as at a military academy) cadet plebeian n one of the common people pleb plebeian adj of or associated with the great masses of people common,vulgar,unwashed plebiscite n a vote by the electorate determining public opinion on a question of national importance plectrum n a small thin device (of metal or plastic or ivory) used to pluck a stringed instrument pick pledge n a deposit of personal property as security for a debt pledge n someone accepted for membership but not yet fully admitted to the group pledge n a drink in honor of or to the health of a person or event toast pledge n a binding commitment to do or give or refrain from something assurance pledge v promise solemnly and formally plight pledge v pay (an amount of money) as a contribution to a charity or service, especially at regular intervals subscribe pledge v propose a toast to toast,drink,salute,wassail pledge v give as a guarantee pledged adj bound by or as if by an oath sworn pledger n someone who makes or gives a pledge pleiades n (Greek mythology) 7 daughters of Atlas and half-sisters of the Hyades; placed among the stars to save them from the pursuit of Orion pleiades n a star cluster in the constellation Taurus pleistocene n from two million to 11 thousand years ago; extensive glaciation of the northern hemisphere; the time of human evolution plenary adj full in all respects plentiful adj existing in great number or quantity plentiful adj affording an abundant supply ample,copious,rich plentiful adj producing in abundance bountiful plenty n a full supply plenty n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,deal,flock,heap,lot,mass,mess,mickle plenty adv as much as necessary enough plenum n a meeting of a legislative body at which all members are present plenum n an enclosed space in which the air pressure is higher than outside pleomorphic adj relating to or characterized by pleomorphism pleomorphism n (chemistry) the existence of different kinds of crystal of the same chemical compound polymorphism pleomorphism n (biology) the appearance of two or more distinctly different forms in the life cycle of some organisms pleonasm n using more words than necessary plethora n extreme excess embarrassment pleura n the thin serous membrane around the lungs and inner walls of the chest pleural adj of or relating to the pleura or the walls of the thorax pleurisy n inflammation of the pleura of the lungs (especially the parietal layer) plexus n a network of intersecting blood vessels or intersecting nerves or intersecting lymph vessels pliable adj susceptible to being led or directed fictile pliable adj capable of being shaped or bent or drawn out ductile,malleable,pliant,tensile pliable adj able to adjust readily to different conditions elastic,flexible,pliant pliable adj capable of being bent or flexed or twisted without breaking bendable,pliant,waxy pliant adj capable of being influenced or formed plastic pliant adj capable of being shaped or bent or drawn out ductile,malleable,pliable,tensile pliant adj able to adjust readily to different conditions elastic,flexible,pliable pliant adj capable of being bent or flexed or twisted without breaking bendable,pliable,waxy plica n a folded part (as in skin or muscle) fold plicate v fold into pleats pleat plier n someone who plies a trade pliers n a gripping hand tool with two hinged arms and (usually) serrated jaws plight n a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one predicament,quandary plight n a solemn pledge of fidelity troth plight v give to in marriage betroth,engage,affiance plight v promise solemnly and formally pledge plinth n an architectural support or base (as for a column or statue) pedestal pliny n Roman writer and nephew of Pliny the Elder; author of books of letters that commented on affairs of the day (62-113) pliny n Roman author of an encyclopedic natural history; died while observing the eruption of Vesuvius (23-79) pliocene n from 13 million to 2 million years ago; growth of mountains; cooling of climate; more and larger mammals plod n the act of walking with a slow heavy gait plodding plod v walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud slog,trudge,pad,tramp plodding n hard monotonous routine work drudgery,grind plodding n the act of walking with a slow heavy gait plod plodding adj (of movement) slow and laborious leaden plonk n a cheap wine of inferior quality plonk n the noise of something dropping (as into liquid) plonk v set (something or oneself) down with or as if with a noise plank,flump,plop,plunk,plump plop n the noise of a rounded object dropping into a liquid without a splash plop v drop something with a plopping sound plop v drop with the sound of something falling into water plop v set (something or oneself) down with or as if with a noise plank,flump,plonk,plunk,plump plop adv with a short hollow thud plunk plosive n a consonant produced by stopping the flow of air at some point and suddenly releasing it stop plot n a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal) game plot n a small area of ground covered by specific vegetation patch plot n the story that is told in a novel or play or movie etc. plot n a chart or graph showing the movements or progress of an object plot v plan secretly, usually something illegal plot v make a schematic or technical drawing of that shows interactions among variables or how something is constructed diagram plot v make a plat of plat plot v devise the sequence of events in (a literary work or a play, movie, or ballet) plotted adj with planning and intention aforethought,planned plotter n a planner who draws up a personal scheme of action schemer plotter n a clerk who marks data on a chart mapper plotter n a member of a conspiracy conspirator plotter n an instrument (usually driven by a computer) for drawing graphs or pictures plough n a group of seven bright stars in the constellation Ursa Major dipper,wain,wagon plough n a farm tool having one or more heavy blades to break the soil and cut a furrow prior to sowing plow plough v move in a way resembling that of a plow cutting into or going through the soil plow plough v to break and turn over earth especially with a plow plow,turn ploughed adj (of farmland) broken and turned over with a plow plowed plover n any of numerous chiefly shorebirds of relatively compact build having straight bills and large pointed wings; closely related to the sandpip plow n a farm tool having one or more heavy blades to break the soil and cut a furrow prior to sowing plough plow v to break and turn over earth especially with a plow plough,turn plow v act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression cover,treat,handle,deal,address plow v move in a way resembling that of a plow cutting into or going through the soil plough plowed adj (of farmland) broken and turned over with a plow ploughed plowing n tilling the land with a plow plowman n a man who plows plowshare n a sharp steel wedge that cuts loose the top layer of soil share ploy n an opening remark intended to secure an advantage for the speaker gambit ploy n a maneuver in a game or conversation gambit,stratagem pluck n the trait of showing courage and determination in spite of possible loss or injury pluck n the act of pulling and releasing a taut cord pluck v pull or pull out sharply tweak pluck v sell something to or obtain something from by energetic and especially underhanded activity hustle,roll pluck v rip off; ask an unreasonable price overcharge,soak,surcharge,gazump,fleece,plume,rob,hook pluck v pull lightly but sharply with a plucking motion plunk,pick plucked adj of a stringed instrument; sounded with the fingers or a plectrum bowed plucked adj having the feathers removed, as from a pelt or a fowl plucky adj marked by courage and determination in the face of difficulties or danger; robust and uninhibited gutsy plucky adj showing courage feisty,spunky plug n blockage consisting of an object designed to fill a hole tightly stopper plug n a wad of something chewable as tobacco chew,chaw,cud,quid,wad plug n blatant or sensational promotion ballyhoo,hoopla,hype plug n electrical device that fits into the cylinder head of an internal-combustion engine and ignites the gas by means of an electric spark plug v fill or close tightly with or as if with a plug secure plug v persist in working hard plug v deliver a quick blow to punch plug v make a plug for; praise the qualities or in order to sell or promote plugged adj (of a coin) altered by the insertion of a plug of base metal plugged adj completely obstructed or closed off blocked plum n any of several trees producing edible oval fruit having a smooth skin and a single hard stone plum n any of numerous varieties of small to medium-sized round or oval fruit having a smooth skin and a single pit plum n a highly desirable position or assignment plum adv exactly plumb plum adv completely; used as intensifiers clean,plumb plumage n the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds feather,plume plumb n the metal bob of a plumb line plummet plumb v measure the depth of something plumb v weight with lead plumb v examine thoroughly and in great depth plumb v adjust with a plumb line so as to make vertical plumb adj exactly vertical plumb adv completely; used as intensifiers clean,plum plumb adv conforming to the direction of a plumb line plumb adv exactly plum plumbago n used as a lubricant and as a moderator in nuclear reactors graphite plumbago n any plumbaginaceous plant of the genus Plumbago plumber n a craftsman who installs and repairs pipes and fixtures and appliances plumbic adj relating to or consisting of lead plumbous plumbing n utility consisting of the pipes and fixtures for the distribution of water or gas in a building and for the disposal of sewage plumbing n the occupation of a plumber (installing and repairing pipes and fixtures for water or gas or sewage in a building) plumbing n measuring the depths of the oceans plumbous adj relating to or consisting of lead plumbic plumcot n hybrid produced by crossing Prunus domestica and Prunus armeniaca plumcot n hybrid between plum and apricot plume n anything that resembles a feather in shape or lightness plume n a feather or cluster of feathers worn as an ornament plume n the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds feather,plumage plume v rip off; ask an unreasonable price overcharge,soak,surcharge,gazump,fleece,pluck,rob,hook plume v be proud of pride,congratulate plume v deck with a plume plume v clean with one's bill preen plumed adj having or covered with or abounding in plumes plumed adj having an ornamental plume or feathery tuft plumed adj (of a knight's helmet) having a decorative plume crested plummet n the metal bob of a plumb line plumb plummet v drop sharply plump plump n the sound of a sudden heavy fall plump v drop sharply plummet plump v set (something or oneself) down with or as if with a noise plank,flump,plonk,plop,plunk plump v make fat or plump fatten,fat plump v give support (to) or make a choice (of) one out of a group or number go plump adj sufficiently fat so as to have a pleasing fullness of figure chubby plump adv straight down especially heavily or abruptly plumpness n the bodily property of being well rounded plunder n goods or money obtained illegally loot,booty,pillage,prize,swag plunder v take illegally; of intellectual property loot plunder v plunder (a town) after capture sack plunder v steal goods; take as spoils loot,reave,strip,rifle,ransack,pillage,foray plunder v destroy and strip of its possession rape,spoil,violate plundered adj wrongfully emptied or stripped of anything of value looted,pillaged,ransacked plundering n the act of stealing valuable things from a place pillage,pillaging plundering adj given to taking by force what is desired plunge n a brief swim in water dip plunge n a steep and rapid fall plunge v thrust or throw into immerse plunge v drop steeply dive,plunk plunge v dash violently or with great speed or impetuosity plunge v begin with vigor launch plunger n someone who risks losses for the possibility of considerable gains speculator plunger n someone who dives (into water) diver plunger n hand tool consisting of a stick with a rubber suction cup at one end; used to clean clogged drains plunger n mechanical device that has a plunging or thrusting motion piston plunk n a hollow twanging sound plunk n (baseball) hitting a baseball so that it drops suddenly plunker plunk v make or move along with a sound as of a horse's hooves striking the ground clop,clump,clunk plunk v set (something or oneself) down with or as if with a noise plank,flump,plonk,plop,plump plunk v drop steeply dive,plunge plunk v pull lightly but sharply with a plucking motion pluck,pick plunk adv with a short hollow thud plop plunker n (baseball) hitting a baseball so that it drops suddenly plunk plural n the form of a word that is used to denote more than one singular plural adj composed of more than one member, set, or kind singular plural adj grammatical number category referring to two or more items or units singular pluralism n a social organization in which diversity of racial or religious or ethnic or cultural groups is tolerated pluralism n the doctrine that reality consists of several basic substances or elements monism pluralism n the practice of one person holding more than one benefice at a time pluralistic adj of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of pluralism plurality n the state of being plural plurality n a large indefinite number battalion,multitude,pack plurality n (in an election with more than 2 options) the number of votes for the candidate or party receiving the greatest number (but less that half o pluralize v mark with a grammatical morpheme that indicates plural plus n a useful or valuable quality asset plus n the arithmetic operation of summing; calculating the sum of two or more numbers summation,addition plus adj on the positive side or higher end of a scale minus plus adj involving advantage or good positive plush n a fabric with a nap that is longer and softer than velvet plush adj characterized by extravagance and profusion lavish pluto n a cartoon character created by Walt Disney pluto n (Roman mythology) god of the underworld; counterpart of Greek Hades dis,orcus pluto n a large asteroid that was once thought to be the farthest known planet from the sun; it has an elliptical orbit plutocrat n someone who exercises power by virtue of wealth plutonian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Hades or Tartarus plutonic adj of igneous rock that has solidified beneath the earth's surface; granite or diorite or gabbro plutonium n a solid silvery grey radioactive transuranic element whose atoms can be split when bombarded with neutrons; found in minute quantities in ur pu ply n one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread; often used in combination ply n (usually in combinations) one of several layers of cloth or paper or wood as in plywood ply v give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance provide,supply,cater ply v apply oneself diligently ply v travel a route regularly run ply v join together as by twisting, weaving, or molding plymouth n a town in Massachusetts founded by Pilgrims in 1620 plywood n a laminate made of thin layers of wood pm n an examination and dissection of a dead body to determine cause of death or the changes produced by disease autopsy,postmortem pm n a soft silvery metallic element of the rare earth group having no stable isotope; was discovered in radioactive form as a fission product of promethium pm n the person who holds the position of head of the government in the United Kingdom premier pm n modulation of the phase of the carrier wave pneumatic adj of or relating to or using air (or a similar gas) pneumatics n the branch of mechanics that deals with the mechanical properties of gases pneumonia n respiratory disease characterized by inflammation of the lung parenchyma (excluding the bronchi) with congestion caused by viruses or bacter pneumonic adj pertaining to or characterized by or affected by pneumonia pneumonic adj relating to or affecting the lungs pulmonary pneumothorax n abnormal presence of air in the pleural cavity resulting in the collapse of the lung; may be spontaneous (due to injury to the chest) or ind po n a radioactive metallic element that is similar to tellurium and bismuth; occurs in uranium ores but can be produced by bombarding bismuth wi polonium po n a noncommissioned officer in the Navy or Coast Guard with a rank comparable to sergeant in the Army po n a European river; flows into the Adriatic Sea po n an independent agency of the federal government responsible for mail delivery (and sometimes telecommunications) between individuals and bus poa n chiefly perennial grasses of cool temperate regions poach v hunt illegally poach v cook in a simmering liquid poached adj cooked in hot water boiled,stewed poacher n someone who hunts or fishes illegally on the property of another poacher n a cooking vessel designed to poach food (such as fish or eggs) poacher n small slender fish (to 8 inches) with body covered by bony plates; chiefly of deeper northern Pacific waters poaching n cooking in simmering liquid pocahontas n a Powhatan woman (the daughter of Powhatan) who befriended the English at Jamestown and is said to have saved Captain John Smith's life (159 pock n a pustule in an eruptive disease pock v mark with a scar scar,mark,pit pocked adj used of paved surfaces having holes or pits pockmarked,potholed pocked adj marked by or as if by smallpox or acne or other eruptive skin disease pockmarked pocket n a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles pocket n an enclosed space pouch,sac,sack pocket n a supply of money pocket n (bowling) the space between the headpin and the pins behind it on the right or left pocket v put in one's pocket pocket v take unlawfully bag pocketbook n your personal financial means pocketbook n a pocket-size case for holding papers and paper money wallet,billfold pocketbook n pocket-sized paperback book pocketbook n a container used for carrying money and small personal items or accessories (especially by women) bag,handbag,purse pocketful n the quantity a pocket will hold pockmark n a scar or pit on the skin that is left by a pustule of smallpox or acne or other eruptive disease pockmark v mark with or as if with pockmarks pockmarked adj used of paved surfaces having holes or pits pocked,potholed pockmarked adj marked by or as if by smallpox or acne or other eruptive skin disease pocked pod n the vessel that contains the seeds of a plant (not the seeds themselves) cod pod n a several-seeded dehiscent fruit as e.g. of a leguminous plant pod n a group of aquatic mammals pod n a detachable container of fuel on an airplane pod v take something out of its shell or pod pod v produce pods, of plants podcast v distribute (multimedia files) over the internet for playback on a mobile device or a personal computer podiatrist n a specialist in care for the feet podium n a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it dais,pulpit,rostrum,stump,soapbox poe n United States writer and poet (1809-1849) poem n a composition written in metrical feet forming rhythmical lines poet n a writer of poems (the term is usually reserved for writers of good poetry) poetess n a woman poet poetic adj of or relating to poetry poetical poetic adj characterized by romantic imagery poetic adj of or relating to poets poetic adj characteristic of or befitting poetry poetical poetical adj of or relating to poetry poetic poetical adj characteristic of or befitting poetry poetic poetically adv in a poetic manner poetics n study of poetic works poetry n literature in metrical form verse poetry n any communication resembling poetry in beauty or the evocation of feeling pogge n northern Atlantic sea poacher pogrom n organized persecution of an ethnic group (especially Jews) poi n Hawaiian dish of taro root pounded to a paste and often allowed to ferment poignancy n a state of deeply felt distress or sorrow poignancy n a quality that arouses emotions (especially pity or sorrow) pathos poignant adj arousing affect affecting,touching poignant adj keenly distressing to the mind or feelings poignantly adv in a poignant or touching manner poinsettia n tropical American plant having poisonous milk and showy tapering usually scarlet petallike leaves surrounding small yellow flowers point n a geometric element that has position but no extension point n the precise location of something; a spatially limited location point n a brief version of the essential meaning of something point n an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole detail,item point v indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively indicate,designate,show point v be oriented orient point v direct into a position for use charge,level point v direct the course; determine the direction of travelling steer,maneuver,manoeuvre,direct,head,guide pointed adj having a point pointless pointed adj direct and obvious in meaning or reference; often unpleasant pointedly adv in such a manner as to make something clearly evident pointer n a mark to indicate a direction or relation arrow pointer n an indicator as on a dial pointer n (computer science) indicator consisting of a movable spot of light (an icon) on a visual display; moving it allows the user to point to comm cursor pointer n a strong slender smooth-haired dog of Spanish origin having a white coat with brown or black patches; scents out and points to game pointless adj not having a point especially a sharp point pointed pointless adj serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being otiose,purposeless,senseless,superfluous,wasted pointless adj having no points scores scoreless poise n a cgs unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimeter; the viscosity of a fluid in which a force of one dyne per sq poise n a state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium poise n great coolness and composure under strain aplomb,cool poise v be motionless, in suspension poise v prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult brace poise v cause to be balanced or suspended poise v hold or carry in equilibrium balance poised adj marked by balance or equilibrium and readiness for action poised adj in full control of your faculties collected poison n any substance that causes injury or illness or death of a living organism toxicant poison n anything that harms or destroys poison v spoil as if by poison poison v kill with poison poison v add poison to poison v kill by its poison poisonberry n Eurasian herb naturalized in America having white flowers and poisonous hairy foliage and bearing black berries that are sometimes poisonous poisoning n the physiological state produced by a poison or other toxic substance intoxication poisoning n the act of giving poison to a person or animal with the intent to kill poisonous adj having the qualities or effects of a poison toxicant poisonous adj not safe to eat poisonous adj marked by deep ill will; deliberately harmful venomous,vicious poitiers n the battle in 1356 in which the English under the Black Prince defeated the French poke n tall coarse perennial American herb having small white flowers followed by blackish-red berries on long drooping racemes; young fleshy stems garget poke n someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind drone,laggard,trailer poke n a bag made of paper or plastic for holding customer's purchases sack poke n a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow) jab,jabbing,poking,thrust,thrusting poke v poke or thrust abruptly jab,prod,stab,dig poke v search or inquire in a meddlesome way intrude,pry,nose poke v stir by poking poke v hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument thump,pound poker n fire iron consisting of a metal rod with a handle; used to stir a fire salamander poker n any of various card games in which players bet that they hold the highest-ranking hand pokeweed n perennial of the genus Phytolacca pokey n a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or jail,jailhouse,gaol,clink,slammer,poky pokey adj wasting time dilatory,laggard,poky pokey adj small and remote and insignificant jerkwater,poky poking n a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow) jab,jabbing,poke,thrust,thrusting poky n a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or jail,jailhouse,gaol,clink,slammer,pokey poky adj wasting time dilatory,laggard,pokey poky adj small and remote and insignificant jerkwater,pokey pol n a person active in party politics politician,politico poland n a republic in central Europe; the invasion of Poland by Germany in 1939 started World War II polar adj having a pair of equal and opposite charges polar adj characterized by opposite extremes; completely opposed opposite polar adj located at or near or coming from the earth's poles polar adj of or existing at or near a geographical pole or within the Arctic or Antarctic Circles equatorial polarimeter n an optical device used to measure the rotation of the plane of vibration of polarized light polariscope polaris n the brightest star in Ursa Minor; at the end of the handle of the Little Dipper; the northern axis of the earth points toward it polariscope n an optical device used to measure the rotation of the plane of vibration of polarized light polarimeter polarity n a relation between two opposite attributes or tendencies polarity n having an indicated pole (as the distinction between positive and negative electric charges) sign polarization n the phenomenon in which waves of light or other radiation are restricted in direction of vibration polarization n the condition of having or giving polarity polarize v cause to vibrate in a definite pattern polarize v cause to concentrate about two conflicting or contrasting positions polarize v become polarized in a conflict or contrasting situation polarography n an electrochemical method of chemical analysis polaroid n (trade mark) a plastic film that can polarize a beam of light; often used in sunglasses to eliminate glare polder n low-lying land that has been reclaimed and is protected by dikes (especially in the Netherlands) pole n a long (usually round) rod of wood or metal or plastic pole n a native or inhabitant of Poland pole n one of two divergent or mutually exclusive opinions pole n a linear measure of 16.5 feet perch,rod pole v propel with a pole punt pole v support on poles pole v deoxidize molten metals by stirring them with a wooden pole poleaxe n an ax used to slaughter cattle; has a hammer opposite the blade poleaxe n a battle ax used in the Middle Ages; a long handled ax and a pick poleaxe v fell with or as if with a poleax polecat n American musteline mammal typically ejecting an intensely malodorous fluid when startled; in some classifications put in a separate subfamil skunk polecat n dark brown mustelid of woodlands of Eurasia that gives off an unpleasant odor when threatened fitch,foumart polemic n a writer who argues in opposition to others (especially in theology) polemicist polemic n a controversy (especially over a belief or dogma) polemic adj of or involving dispute or controversy polemical polemical adj of or involving dispute or controversy polemic polemicist n a writer who argues in opposition to others (especially in theology) polemic polemics n the branch of Christian theology devoted to the refutation of errors polenta n a thick mush made of cornmeal boiled in stock or water poler n a draft horse harnessed alongside the shaft or pole of a vehicle police n the force of policemen and officers constabulary,law police v maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol patrol policeman n a member of a police force officer policewoman n a woman policeman policy n a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group policy n a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government policy n written contract or certificate of insurance insurance policyholder n a person who holds an insurance policy; usually, the client in whose name an insurance policy is written polio n an acute viral disease marked by inflammation of nerve cells of the brain stem and spinal cord polish n the property of being smooth and shiny gloss,burnish polish n a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality refinement,culture,cultivation,finish polish n a preparation used in polishing polish n the Slavic language of Poland polish v make (a surface) shine smooth,smoothen,shine polish v improve or perfect by pruning or polishing refine,down polish v bring to a highly developed, finished, or refined state round polish adj of or relating to Poland or its people or culture polished adj perfected or made shiny and smooth polished adj showing a high degree of refinement and the assurance that comes from wide social experience refined,urbane polished adj (of grains especially rice) having the husk or outer layers removed milled polished adj (of lumber or stone) to trim and smooth dressed polishing n the work of making something smooth and shiny by rubbing or waxing it shining politburo n the chief executive and political committee of the Communist Party polite adj showing regard for others in manners, speech, behavior, etc. impolite polite adj marked by refinement in taste and manners civilized,civilised,cultivated,cultured,genteel polite adj not rude; marked by satisfactory (or especially minimal) adherence to social usages and sufficient but not noteworthy consideration for othe civil politely adv in a polite manner politeness n a courteous manner that respects accepted social usage niceness politeness n the act of showing regard for others civility politic adj marked by artful prudence, expedience, and shrewdness impolitic politic adj smoothly agreeable and courteous with a degree of sophistication smooth,suave,bland political adj involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians nonpolitical political adj of or relating to your views about social relationships involving authority or power political adj of or relating to the profession of governing politically adv with regard to social relationships involving authority politically adv with regard to government politician n a leader engaged in civil administration politician n a person active in party politics politico,pol politician n a schemer who tries to gain advantage in an organization in sly or underhanded ways politicize v give a political character to politico n a person active in party politics politician,pol politics n social relations involving intrigue to gain authority or power politics n the study of government of states and other political units government politics n the profession devoted to governing and to political affairs politics n the opinion you hold with respect to political questions polity n the form of government of a social organization polity n a politically organized unit polity n shrewd or crafty management of public affairs polk n 11th President of the United States; his expansionism led to the Mexican War and the annexation of California and much of the southwest (179 polka n music performed for dancing the polka polka n a Bohemian dance with 3 steps and a hop in fast time polka v dance a polka poll n an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people canvass poll n the top of the head pate,crown poll n the part of the head between the ears poll n a tame parrot poll v get the opinions (of people) by asking specific questions canvass poll v vote in an election at a polling station poll v get the votes of poll v convert into a pollard pollard pollack n United States filmmaker (born in 1934) pollack n lean white flesh of North Atlantic fish; similar to codfish pollock pollack n important food and game fish of northern seas (especially the northern Atlantic); related to cod pollock pollard n a tree with limbs cut back to promote a more bushy growth of foliage pollard n a usually horned animal that has either shed its horns or had them removed pollard v convert into a pollard poll pollen n the fine spores that contain male gametes and that are borne by an anther in a flowering plant pollinate v fertilize by transfering pollen pollination n transfer of pollen from the anther to the stigma of a plant pollock n United States artist famous for painting with a drip technique; a leader of abstract expressionism in America (1912-1956) pollock n lean white flesh of North Atlantic fish; similar to codfish pollack pollock n important food and game fish of northern seas (especially the northern Atlantic); related to cod pollack polls n the place where people vote pollster n someone who conducts surveys of public opinion pollutant n waste matter that contaminates the water or air or soil pollute v make impure foul,contaminate polluted adj rendered unwholesome by contaminants and pollution contaminated polluter n a person or organization that causes pollution of the environment pollution n undesirable state of the natural environment being contaminated with harmful substances as a consequence of human activities pollution n the state of being polluted pollution n the act of contaminating or polluting; including (either intentionally or accidentally) unwanted substances or factors contamination pollux n the brightest star in Gemini; close to Castor polo n Venetian traveler who explored Asia in the 13th century and served Kublai Khan (1254-1324) polo n a game similar to field hockey but played on horseback using long-handled mallets and a wooden ball polonaise n a woman's dress with a tight bodice and an overskirt drawn back to reveal a colorful underskirt polonium n a radioactive metallic element that is similar to tellurium and bismuth; occurs in uranium ores but can be produced by bombarding bismuth wi po poltergeist n a ghost that announces its presence with rapping and the creation of disorder polyamide n a polymer containing repeated amide groups polyandrous adj having more than one husband at a time polyandry n polygamy in which a woman has more than one husband at a time polychrome n a piece of work composed of or decorated in many colors polychrome v color with many colors; make polychrome polychrome adj having or exhibiting many colors polyester n any of numerous synthetic resins; they are light and strong and weather resistant polyester n a complex ester used for making fibers or resins or plastics or as a plasticizer polyester n any of a large class of synthetic fabrics polyethylene n a lightweight thermoplastic; used especially in packaging and insulation polygamous adj having more than one mate at a time; used of relationships and individuals monogamous polygamous adj having several forms of gametoecia on the same plant polygamy n the condition or practice of having more than one spouse at a time polyglot n a person who speaks more than one language linguist polyglot adj having a command of or composed in many languages polygon n a closed plane figure bounded by straight sides polygonal adj having many sides or relating to a surface marked by polygons polygraph n a medical instrument that records several physiological processes simultaneously (e.g., pulse rate and blood pressure and respiration and pe polygynous adj having more than one wife at a time polygyny n polygamy in which a man has more than one wife at a time polyhedron n a solid figure bounded by plane polygons or faces polymath n a person of great and varied learning polymer n a naturally occurring or synthetic compound consisting of large molecules made up of a linked series of repeated simple monomers polymerization n a chemical process that combines several monomers to form a polymer or polymeric compound polymerize v cause (a compound) to polymerize polymerize v undergo polymerization polymorph n an organism that can assume more than one adult form as in the castes of ants or termites polymorphic adj relating to the crystallization of a compound in two or more different forms polymorphic adj relating to the occurrence of more than one kind of individual (independent of sexual differences) in an interbreeding population polymorphic adj having or occurring in several distinct forms polymorphism n (genetics) the genetic variation within a population that natural selection can operate on polymorphism n (chemistry) the existence of different kinds of crystal of the same chemical compound pleomorphism polymorphism n (biology) the existence of two or more forms of individuals within the same animal species (independent of sex differences) polynesia n the islands in the eastern part of Oceania polynesian n a native or inhabitant of Polynesia polynesian n the branch of the Austronesian languages spoken from Madagascar to the central Pacific polynesian adj of or relating to Polynesia or its people or culture polynomial n a mathematical function that is the sum of a number of terms polynomial adj having the character of a polynomial polynya n a stretch of open water surrounded by ice (especially in Arctic seas) polyp n a small vascular growth on the surface of a mucous membrane polypus polyp n one of two forms that coelenterates take (e.g. a hydra or coral): usually sedentary with a hollow cylindrical body usually with a ring of te polyphase adj of an electrical system that uses or generates two or more alternating voltages of the same frequency but differing in phase angle polyphonic adj having two or more phonetic values polyphonic adj of or relating to or characterized by polyphony polyphonic adj having two or more independent but harmonically related melodic parts sounding together monophonic polyphony n music arranged in parts for several voices or instruments polypus n a small vascular growth on the surface of a mucous membrane polyp polysaccharide n any of a class of carbohydrates whose molecules contain chains of monosaccharide molecules polysemous adj of words; having many meanings polystyrene n a polymer of styrene; a rigid transparent thermoplastic polysyllabic adj having or characterized by words of more than three syllables polysyllabic adj (of words) long and ponderous; having many syllables polysynthetic adj forming derivative or compound words by putting together constituents each of which expresses a single definite meaning polytechnic n a technical school offering instruction in many industrial arts and applied sciences polytheism n belief in multiple Gods monotheism polytheistic adj worshipping or believing in more than one god pom n a disparaging term for a British person pomade n hairdressing consisting of a perfumed oil or ointment pomatum pomade v apply pomade to (hair) pomatum n hairdressing consisting of a perfumed oil or ointment pomade pome n a fleshy fruit (apple or pear or related fruits) having seed chambers and an outer fleshy part pomegranate n shrub or small tree native to southwestern Asia having large red many-seeded fruit pomegranate n large globular fruit having many seeds with juicy red pulp in a tough brownish-red rind pomeranian n breed of very small compact long-haired dogs of the spitz type pomfret n deep-bodied sooty-black pelagic spiny-finned fish of the northern Atlantic and northern Pacific; valued for food pommel n a handgrip that a gymnast uses when performing exercises on a pommel horse pommel n handgrip formed by the raised front part of a saddle pommel n an ornament in the shape of a ball on the hilt of a sword or dagger knob pommel v strike, usually with the fist pummel,biff pomology n the branch of botany that studies and cultivates fruits pomp n cheap or pretentious or vain display pomp n ceremonial elegance and splendor pompadour n French noblewoman who was the lover of Louis XV, whose policies she influenced (1721-1764) pompadour n a hair style in which the front hair is swept up from the forehead pompadour v style women's hair in a pompadour pompano n flesh of pompano; warm-water fatty fish pompano n any of several deep-bodied food fishes of western Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico pompeii n ancient city to the southeast of Naples that was buried by a volcanic eruption from Vesuvius pompey n Roman general and statesman who quarrelled with Caesar and fled to Egypt where he was murdered (106-48 BC) pompey n a port city in southern England on the English Channel; Britain's major naval base portsmouth pompon n decoration consisting of a ball of tufted wool or silk; usually worn on a hat pompon n dusky grey food fish found from Louisiana and Florida southward pomposity n lack of elegance as a consequence of being pompous and puffed up with vanity ostentation,pompousness,inflation pompous adj puffed up with vanity grandiloquent,overblown,pontifical,portentous pompous adj characterized by pomp and ceremony and stately display pompousness n lack of elegance as a consequence of being pompous and puffed up with vanity ostentation,pomposity,inflation ponce n a man who is effeminate in his manner and fussy in the way he dresses ponce n someone who procures customers for whores (in England they call a pimp a ponce) pimp,procurer,pander poncho n a blanket-like cloak with a hole in the center for the head pond n a small lake pool ponder v reflect deeply on a subject meditate,contemplate,muse,reflect,mull,ruminate,speculate pondering adj deeply or seriously thoughtful brooding,broody,contemplative,meditative,musing,pensive,reflective ponderosa n common and widely distributed tall timber pine of western North America having dark green needles in bunches of 2 to 5 and thick bark with d ponderous adj slow and laborious because of weight heavy,lumbering ponderous adj having great mass and weight and unwieldiness ponderous adj labored and dull pone n cornbread often made without milk or eggs and baked or fried (southern) pong n an unpleasant smell niff pongee n a soft thin cloth woven from raw silk (or an imitation) poniard n a dagger with a slender blade bodkin poniard v stab with a poniard pons n United States coloratura soprano (born in France) (1904-1976) pons n a band of nerve fibers linking the medulla oblongata and the cerebellum with the midbrain pontiac n famous chief of the Ottawa who led an unsuccessful rebellion against the British (1715-1769) pontiff n the head of the Roman Catholic Church pope pontifical n the vestments and other insignia of a pontiff (especially a bishop) pontifical adj proceeding from or ordered by or subject to a pope or the papacy regarded as the successor of the Apostles papal,apostolic pontifical adj denoting or governed by or relating to a bishop or bishops episcopal pontifical adj puffed up with vanity grandiloquent,overblown,pompous,portentous pontificate n the government of the Roman Catholic Church papacy pontificate v administer a pontifical office pontificate v talk in a dogmatic and pompous manner pontoon n (nautical) a floating structure (as a flat-bottomed boat) that serves as a dock or to support a bridge pontoon n a float supporting a seaplane pontus n (Greek mythology) ancient personification of the sea; father of Nereus pontus n an ancient region of northern Asia Minor on the Black Sea; it reached its height under Mithridates VI but was later incorporated into the Ro pony n a range horse of the western United States pony n an informal term for a racehorse pony n a literal translation used in studying a foreign language (often used illicitly) trot,crib pony n a small glass adequate to hold a single swallow of whiskey jigger ponytail n a hair style that draws the hair back so that it hangs down in back of the head like a pony's tail pooch n informal terms for dogs doggie,doggy,barker pooch v round one's lips as if intending to kiss pood n a Russian unit of weight equal to approximately 36 pounds poodle n an intelligent dog with a heavy curly solid-colored coat that is usually clipped; an old breed sometimes trained as sporting dogs or as perf poof n offensive term for a homosexual man fairy,nance,pansy,queen,queer,pouf pool n an excavation that is (usually) filled with water pool n a small lake pond pool n an organization of people or resources that can be shared pool n an association of companies for some definite purpose consortium,syndicate pool v combine into a common fund pool v join or form a pool of people pooler n someone who shares in and contributes to a general fund for use by all poolroom n a room with pool tables where pool is played poon n wood of any poon tree; used for masts and spars poon n any of several East Indian trees of the genus Calophyllum having shiny leathery leaves and lightweight hard wood poop n obscene terms for feces crap,dirt,shit,shite,turd poop n a stupid foolish person nincompoop,ninny poop n slang terms for inside information dope poop n the rear part of a ship stern,quarter,tail poor n people without possessions or wealth (considered as a group) rich poor adj deserving or inciting pity hapless,miserable,pathetic,pitiable,pitiful,wretched poor adj having little money or few possessions rich poor adj characterized by or indicating poverty rich poor adj lacking in quality or substances rich poorhouse n an establishment maintained at public expense in order to provide housing for the poor and homeless poorly adj somewhat ill or prone to illness ailing,peaked,sickly,unwell,seedy poorly adv (`ill' is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well ill,badly pop n an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk dad,dada,daddy,pa,papa,pappa pop n a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring soda,tonic pop n a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork popping pop n music of general appeal to teenagers; a bland watered-down version of rock'n'roll with more rhythm and harmony and an emphasis on romantic l pop v bulge outward start,protrude,bulge pop v hit a pop-fly pop v make a sharp explosive noise pop v fire a weapon with a loud explosive noise pop adj (of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people) popular pop adv like a pop or with a pop popcorn n corn having small ears and kernels that burst when exposed to dry heat popcorn n small kernels of corn exploded by heat pope n the head of the Roman Catholic Church pontiff pope n English poet and satirist (1688-1744) popish adj of or relating to or supporting Romanism roman poplar n soft light-colored non-durable wood of the poplar poplar n any of numerous trees of north temperate regions having light soft wood and flowers borne in catkins poplin n a ribbed fabric used in clothing and upholstery popper n British philosopher (born in Austria) who argued that scientific theories can never be proved to be true, but are tested by attempts to fals popper n a container of stimulant drug (amyl nitrate or butyl nitrite) popper n a container for cooking popcorn poppet n a mushroom-shaped valve that rises perpendicularly from its seat; commonly used in internal-combustion engines popping n a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork pop poppy n annual or biennial or perennial herbs having showy flowers poppycock n senseless talk stuff,hooey popsicle n ice cream or water ice on a small wooden stick lolly,lollipop populace n people in general considered as a whole public,world popular adj regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public unpopular popular adj carried on by or for the people (or citizens) at large popular adj representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large democratic popular adj (of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people) pop popularise v cater to popular taste to make popular and present to the general public; bring into general or common use popularize,generalize popularise v make understandable to the general public popularize popularity n the quality of being widely admired or accepted or sought after unpopularity popularization n an interpretation that easily understandable and acceptable popularization n the act of making something attractive to the general public vulgarization popularize v cater to popular taste to make popular and present to the general public; bring into general or common use popularise,generalize popularize v make understandable to the general public popularise popularizer n someone who makes something attractive to the general public popularly adv among the people populate v be an inhabitant of or reside in dwell,live,inhabit populate v fill with inhabitants populated adj furnished with inhabitants population n the people who inhabit a territory or state population n a group of organisms of the same species inhabiting a given area population n (statistics) the entire aggregation of items from which samples can be drawn universe population n the number of inhabitants (either the total number or the number of a particular race or class) in a given place (country or city etc.) populism n the political doctrine that supports the rights and powers of the common people in their struggle with the privileged elite populist n someone who advocates the rights of the common people over those of the elite populous adj densely populated porcelain n ceramic ware made of a more or less translucent ceramic porch n a structure attached to the exterior of a building often forming a covered entrance porcupine n relatively large rodents with sharp erectile bristles mingled with the fur hedgehog porcupines n meat patties rolled in rice and simmered in a tomato sauce pore n any tiny hole admitting passage of a liquid (fluid or gas) pore n any small opening in the skin or outer surface of an animal pore n a minute epidermal pore in a leaf or stem through which gases and water vapor can pass stoma pore v direct one's attention on something concentrate,focus,center,centre,rivet porgy n lean flesh of fish found in warm waters of southern Atlantic coast of the United States porgy n important deep-bodied food and sport fish of warm and tropical coastal waters; found worldwide pork n meat from a domestic hog or pig pork n a legislative appropriation designed to ingratiate legislators with their constituents porker n a pig fattened to provide meat porn n creative activity (writing or pictures or films etc.) of no literary or artistic value other than to stimulate sexual desire pornography,porno,erotica,smut porno n creative activity (writing or pictures or films etc.) of no literary or artistic value other than to stimulate sexual desire pornography,porn,erotica,smut pornographer n someone who presents shows or sells writing or pictures that are sexually explicit in violation of the community mores pornographic adj designed to arouse lust adult pornography n creative activity (writing or pictures or films etc.) of no literary or artistic value other than to stimulate sexual desire porno,porn,erotica,smut porous adj able to absorb fluids porous adj full of pores or vessels or holes porous adj allowing passage in and out porphyritic adj (of rocks) consisting of porphyry or containing large crystals in a fine groundmass of minerals porphyry n any igneous rock with crystals embedded in a finer groundmass of minerals porpoise n any of several small gregarious cetacean mammals having a blunt snout and many teeth porridge n soft food made by boiling oatmeal or other meal or legumes in water or milk until thick port n a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country port n sweet dark-red dessert wine originally from Portugal port n an opening (in a wall or ship or armored vehicle) for firing through porthole port n the left side of a ship or aircraft to someone who 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in Constantinople portend v indicate, as with a sign or an omen bode,prognosticate,omen,presage,foreshadow,augur,foretell,prefigure portent n a sign of something about to happen omen,presage,prognostication,prodigy portentous adj of momentous or ominous significance prodigious portentous adj ominously prophetic fateful,foreboding portentous adj puffed up with vanity grandiloquent,overblown,pompous,pontifical porter n a person employed to carry luggage and supplies porter n someone who guards an entrance doorkeeper,doorman,gatekeeper porter n United States writer of novels and short stories (1890-1980) porter n United States composer and lyricist of musical comedies (1891-1946) porter v carry luggage or supplies porterage n the charge for carrying burdens by porters porterage n the transportation of burdens by porters portfolio n a large, flat, thin case for carrying loose papers or drawings or maps; usually leather portfolio n a set of pieces of creative work collected to be shown to potential customers or employers portfolio n a list of the financial assets held by an individual or a bank or other financial institution portfolio n the role of the head of a government department porthole n a window in a ship or airplane porthole n an opening (in a wall or ship or armored vehicle) for firing through port portico n a porch or entrance to a building consisting of a covered and often columned area portion n something determined in relation to something that includes it part,component,constituent portion n something less than the whole of a human artifact part portion n the allotment of some amount by dividing something parcel,share portion n assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group share,part,percentage portion v give out assign,allot portland n freshwater port and largest city in Oregon; located in northwestern Oregon on the Willamette River which divides the city into east and west portland n largest city in Maine in the southwestern corner of the state portly adj euphemisms for `fat' stout portmanteau n a new word formed by joining two others and combining their meanings blend portmanteau n a large travelling bag made of stiff leather gladstone porto n port city in northwest Portugal; noted for port wine portrait n a word picture of a person's appearance and character portrayal portrait n any likeness of a person, in any medium portrayal portray v portray in words portray v make a portrait of depict,limn portray v assume or act the character of impersonate portray v represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture present portrayal n a word picture of a person's appearance and character portrait portrayal n acting the part of a character on stage; dramatically representing the character by speech and action and gesture characterization,enactment portrayal n a representation by picture or portraiture depicting,depiction,portraying portrayal n any likeness of a person, in any medium portrait portrayed adj represented graphically by sketch or design or lines depicted,pictured portraying n a representation by picture or portraiture depicting,depiction,portrayal portsmouth n a port city in southeastern Virginia on the Elizabeth River opposite Norfolk; naval base; shipyards portsmouth n a port town in southeastern New Hampshire on the Atlantic Ocean portsmouth n a port city in southern England on the English Channel; Britain's major naval base pompey portugal n a republic in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula; Portuguese explorers and colonists in the 15th and 16th centuries created a vast portuguese n the Romance language spoken in Portugal and Brazil portuguese n a native or inhabitant of Portugal portuguese adj of or relating to or characteristic of Portugal or the people of Portugal or their language pose n affected manners intended to impress others airs pose n a posture assumed by models for photographic or artistic purposes pose n a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display affectation,mannerism pose v introduce present pose v assume a posture as for artistic purposes model,sit,posture pose v pretend to be someone you are not; sometimes with fraudulent intentions impersonate pose v behave affectedly or unnaturally in order to impress others posture posed adj arranged for pictorial purposes poseidon n (Greek mythology) the god of the sea and earthquakes in ancient mythology; brother of Zeus and Hades and Hera; identified with Roman Neptune poser n a person who habitually pretends to be something he is not poseur poser n a person who poses for a photographer or painter or sculptor model poser n a particularly difficult or baffling question or problem stumper,sticker poseur n a person who habitually pretends to be something he is not poser posh adj elegant and fashionable classy,swish posing n (photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait) sitting posit n (logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning postulate posit v put (something somewhere) firmly situate,fix,deposit posit v put before submit,state posit v take as a given; assume as a postulate or axiom postulate position n the particular portion of space occupied by something place position n a point occupied by troops for tactical reasons position n a way of regarding situations or topics etc. view,perspective position n the arrangement of the body and its limbs posture,attitude position v cause to be in an appropriate place, state, or relation position v put into a certain place or abstract location put,set,place,pose,lay positioning n the act of putting something in a certain place placement,location,locating,position,emplacement positioning adj causing to fall into line or into position aligning positive n the primary form of an adjective or adverb; denotes a quality without qualification, comparison, or relation to increase or diminution positive n a film showing a photographic image whose tones correspond to those of the original subject positive adj characterized by or displaying affirmation or acceptance or certainty etc. negative,neutral positive adj persuaded of; very sure convinced,confident positive adj involving advantage or good plus positive adj indicating existence or presence of a suspected condition or pathogen confirming negative positively adv extremely positively adv so as to be positive; in a positive manner positiveness n the character of the positive electric pole positivity positiveness n a quality or state characterized by certainty or acceptance or affirmation and dogmatic assertiveness positivity,positivism positiveness n the quality of being encouraging or promising of a successful outcome positivity positiveness n an amount greater than zero positivity positivism n the form of empiricism that bases all knowledge on perceptual experience (not on intuition or revelation) positivism n a quality or state characterized by certainty or acceptance or affirmation and dogmatic assertiveness positivity,positiveness positivity n the character of the positive electric pole positiveness negativity positivity n a quality or state characterized by certainty or acceptance or affirmation and dogmatic assertiveness positiveness,positivism negativity positivity n the quality of being encouraging or promising of a successful outcome positiveness positivity n an amount greater than zero positiveness negativity positron n an elementary particle with positive charge; interaction of a positron and an electron results in annihilation posse n a temporary police force possess v have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill possess v have ownership or possession of own,have possess v enter into and control, as of emotions or ideas possessed adj influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion obsessed possessed adj of, pertaining to, or like a demon or possession by a demon possession n the act of having and controlling property ownership possession n anything owned or possessed possession n being controlled by passion or the supernatural possession n a mania restricted to one thing or idea monomania possessive n the case expressing ownership possessive adj serving to express or indicate possession possessive adj desirous of owning possessive adj having or showing a desire to control or dominate possessiveness n excessive desire to possess or dominate possessor n a person who owns something owner posset n sweet spiced hot milk curdled with ale or beer possibility n a future prospect or potential possibility n capability of existing or happening or being true impossibility possibility n a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena hypothesis,theory possibility n a possible alternative opening possible n something that can be done possible n an applicant who might be suitable possible adj capable of happening or existing impossible possible adj existing in possibility potential possibly adv by chance perchance,perhaps,maybe,mayhap possibly adv to a degree possible of achievement or by possible means impossibly possum n nocturnal arboreal marsupial having a naked prehensile tail found from southern North America to northern South America opossum possum n small furry Australian arboreal marsupials having long usually prehensile tails opossum post n the position where someone (as a guard or sentry) stands or is assigned to stand station post n military installation at which a body of troops is stationed post n a job in an organization position,berth,office,spot,billet,place,situation post n an upright consisting of a piece of timber or metal fixed firmly in an upright position post v affix in a public place or for public notice post v publicize with, or as if with, a poster post v assign to a post; put into a post post v assign to a station station,send,place postage n the charge for mailing something postage n a small adhesive token stuck on a letter or package to indicate that that postal fees have been paid stamp postal adj of or relating to the system for delivering mail postcard n a card for sending messages by post without an envelope postcode n a code of letters and digits added to a postal address to aid in the sorting of mail zip postdate v be later in time follow predate postdate v establish something as being later relative to something else predate postdoc n a grant that funds postdoctoral study or research postdoctoral postdoc n a scholar or researcher who is involved in academic study beyond the level of a doctoral degree postdoctoral n a grant that funds postdoctoral study or research postdoc postdoctoral adj of or relating to study or research that is done after work for the doctoral degree has been completed posted adj publicly displayed poster n a sign posted in a public place as an advertisement posting,placard,notice,bill,card poster n someone who pastes up bills or placards on walls or billboards poster n a horse kept at an inn or post house for use by mail carriers or for rent to travelers posterior n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,bum,buns,can,fundament posterior n a tooth situated at the back of the mouth posterior adj located at or near or behind a part or near the end of a structure anterior posterior adj coming at a subsequent time or stage later,ulterior posterity n all of the offspring of a given progenitor descendants posterity n all future generations postern n a small gate in the rear of a fort or castle postfix n an affix that is added at the end of the word suffix postgraduate n a student who continues studies after graduation postgraduate adj of or relating to studies beyond a bachelor's degree graduate posthole n a hole dug in the ground to hold a fence post posthumous adj occurring or coming into existence after a person's death posthumously adv after death postilion n someone who rides the near horse of a pair in order to guide the horses pulling a carriage (especially a carriage without a coachman) posting n a sign posted in a public place as an advertisement poster,placard,notice,bill,card posting n (bookkeeping) a listing on the company's records posting n the transmission of a letter mailing postman n a man who delivers the mail mailman,carrier postmark n a cancellation mark stamped on mail by postal officials; indicates the post office and date of mailing postmark v stamp with a postmark to indicate date and time of mailing frank postmaster n the person in charge of a post office postmortem n discussion of an event after it has occurred postmortem n an examination and dissection of a dead body to determine cause of death or the changes produced by disease autopsy,pm postmortem adj occurring or done after death postmortem adj after death or after an event postnatal adj occurring immediately after birth postpartum prenatal postoperative adj happening or done after a surgical operation postpartum adj occurring immediately after birth postnatal postpone v hold back to a later time prorogue,table,shelve,defer,remit postponement n time during which some action is awaited delay,hold,wait postponement n act of putting off to a future time deferment,deferral postposition n (linguistics) the placing of one linguistic element after another (as placing a modifier after the word that it modifies in a sentence or pl postpositive adj (of a modifier) placed after another word postscript n a note appended to a letter after the signature postscript n textual matter that is added onto a publication; usually at the end addendum,supplement postulate n (logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning posit postulate v maintain or assert contend postulate v take as a given; assume as a postulate or axiom posit postulate v require as useful, just, or proper necessitate,ask,need,require,take,involve,demand postural adj of or relating to or involving posture posture n the arrangement of the body and its limbs position,attitude posture n characteristic way of bearing one's body carriage,bearing posture n a rationalized mental attitude position,stance posture n capability in terms of personnel and materiel that affect the capacity to fight a war strength posture v behave affectedly or unnaturally in order to impress others pose posture v assume a posture as for artistic purposes model,pose,sit posturing n adopting a vain conceited posture postwar adj belonging to the period after a war prewar pot n metal or earthenware cooking vessel that is usually round and deep; often has a handle and lid pot n a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination toilet,can,commode,crapper,potty,stool,throne pot n the quantity contained in a pot pot n a container in which plants are cultivated flowerpot pot v plant in a pot potable n any liquid suitable for drinking beverage,drink,drinkable potable adj suitable for drinking drinkable potage n thick (often creamy) soup pottage potash n a potassium compound often used in agriculture and industry potassium n a light soft silver-white metallic element of the alkali metal group; oxidizes rapidly in air and reacts violently with water; is abundant i k potato n an edible tuber native to South America; a staple food of Ireland murphy,spud,tater potato n annual native to South America having underground stolons bearing edible starchy tubers; widely cultivated as a garden vegetable; vines are potboiler n a literary composition of poor quality that was written quickly to make money (to boil the pot) poteen n unlawfully distilled Irish whiskey potency n the power or right to give orders or make decisions authority,authorization,dominance potency n capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects effectiveness,strength potency n the inherent capacity for coming into being potential potency n the state of being potent; a male's capacity to have sexual intercourse potent adj having great influence powerful potent adj having or wielding force or authority strong potent adj having a strong physiological or chemical effect strong,stiff impotent potent adj (of a male) capable of copulation virile impotent potentate n a ruler who is unconstrained by law dictator potential n the inherent capacity for coming into being potency potential n the difference in electrical charge between two points in a circuit expressed in volts voltage potential adj existing in possibility possible actual potential adj expected to become or be; in prospect likely potentially adv with a possibility of becoming actual pother n an excited state of agitation dither,fuss,tizzy,flap pother v make upset or troubled pother v make a fuss; be agitated dither,flap potherb n any of various herbaceous plants whose leaves or stems or flowers are cooked and used for food or seasoning pothole n a pit or hole produced by wear or weathering (especially in a road surface) potholed adj used of paved surfaces having holes or pits pocked,pockmarked potion n a medicinal or magical or poisonous beverage potlatch n a ceremonial feast held by some Indians of the northwestern coast of North America (as in celebrating a marriage or a new accession) in whic potluck n whatever happens to be available especially when offered to an unexpected guest or when brought by guests and shared by all potomac n a river in the east central United States; rises in West Virginia in the Appalachian Mountains and flows eastward, forming the boundary betw potomac n term sometimes used to refer to Washington, D.C. potpie n deep-dish meat and vegetable pie or a meat stew with dumplings potpourri n a collection containing a variety of sorts of things assortment,mixture,miscellany,variety,smorgasbord,motley potpourri n a musical composition consisting of a series of songs or other musical pieces from various sources medley,pastiche potpourri n a jar of mixed flower petals and spices used as perfume potsdam n a city in northeastern Germany; site of the Potsdam Conference in the summer of 1945 potsherd n a shard of pottery pottage n a stew of vegetables and (sometimes) meat pottage n thick (often creamy) soup potage potted adj of plants; planted or grown in a pot potted adj preserved in a pot or can or jar potted adj (British informal) summarized or abridged potter n a craftsman who shapes pottery on a potter's wheel and bakes them it a kiln thrower potter v do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly putter,tinker,monkey potter v work lightly putter potter v move around aimlessly putter pottery n ceramic ware made from clay and baked in a kiln pottery n the craft of making earthenware pottery n a workshop where clayware is made pottle n a pot that holds 2 quarts potty n a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination toilet,can,commode,crapper,pot,stool,throne potty n a receptacle for urination or defecation in the bedroom potty adj marked by foolish or unreasoning fondness enamored,infatuated,smitten potty adj (British informal) trivial potty adj slightly intoxicated tiddly,tipsy pouch n a small or medium size container for holding or carrying things pouch n an enclosed space sac,sack,pocket pouch n (anatomy) saclike structure in any of various animals (as a marsupial or gopher or pelican) pocket pouch v put into a small bag pouch v send by special mail that goes through diplomatic channels pouch v swell or protrude outwards bulge,protrude pouched adj having a pouch pouf n offensive term for a homosexual man fairy,nance,pansy,queen,queer,poof pouf n thick cushion used as a seat ottoman,puff poulterer n a dealer in poultry and poultry products poultice n a medical dressing consisting of a soft heated mass of meal or clay that is spread on a cloth and applied to the skin to treat inflamed area plaster poultice v dress by covering with a therapeutic substance plaster poultry n a domesticated gallinaceous bird thought to be descended from the red jungle fowl fowl poultry n flesh of chickens or turkeys or ducks or geese raised for food pounce n the act of pouncing pounce v move down on as if in an attack swoop pound n 16 ounces avoirdupois lb pound n the basic unit of money in Great Britain and Northern Ireland; equal to 100 pence quid pound n a unit of apothecary weight equal to 12 ounces troy pound n the basic unit of money in Syria; equal to 100 piasters pound v hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument thump,poke pound v strike or drive against with a heavy impact ram pound v move heavily or clumsily lumber pound v move rhythmically beat,thump poundage n a charge based on weight measured in pounds poundage n a fee charged for the recovery of impounded animals poundage n weight expressed in pounds poundage n placing private property in the custody of an officer of the law impoundment,impounding,internment pounder n (used only in combination) something weighing a given number of pounds pounder n a heavy tool of stone or iron (usually with a flat base and a handle) that is used to grind and mix material (as grain or drugs or pigments) pestle,muller pounding n repeated heavy blows buffeting pounding n an instance of rapid strong pulsation (of the heart) throb,throbbing pounding n the act of pounding (delivering repeated heavy blows) hammer,pound,hammering pour v cause to run pour v move in large numbers swarm,stream,teem pour v pour out decant pour v flow in a spurt pouring adj flowing profusely gushing pout n a disdainful grimace pout n marine eellike mostly bottom-dwelling fishes of northern seas eelpout pout n catfish common in eastern United States pout v be in a huff and display one's displeasure sulk,brood pout v make a sad face and thrust out one's lower lip mop,mow pouter n someone with a habitually sullen or gloomy expression sourpuss pouter n one of a breed of pigeon that enlarge their crop until their breast is puffed out poverty n the state of having little or no money and few or no material possessions impoverishment wealth pow n a person who surrenders to (or is taken by) the enemy in time of war powder n a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized powder n a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks gunpowder powder n any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder powder v make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust pulverize powder v apply powder to powdered adj consisting of fine particles powdery,pulverized powdery adj consisting of fine particles powdered,pulverized powdery adj as if dulled in color with a sprinkling of powder powell n United States general who was the first African American to serve as chief of staff; later served as Secretary of State under President Geor powell n English physicist who discovered the pion (the first known meson) which is a subatomic particle involved in holding the nucleus together (19 power n possession of controlling influence powerlessness power n (physics) the rate of doing work; measured in watts (= joules/second) power n possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done ability power n (of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power office power v supply the force or power for the functioning of powerboat n a boat propelled by an internal-combustion engine motorboat powered adj (often used in combination) having or using or propelled by means of power or power of a specified kind powerful adj having great power or force or potency or effect powerless powerful adj strong enough to knock down or overwhelm powerful adj having great influence potent powerful adj (of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful brawny,hefty,muscular,sinewy powerful adv (Southern regional intensive) very; to a great degree mighty,mightily,right powerfully adv in a powerful manner strongly powerfully adv in a manner having a powerful influence powerhouse n a highly energetic and indefatigable person fireball powerhouse n a team considered to be the best of its class powerhouse n an electrical generating station powerless adj lacking power powerful powerlessness n the quality of lacking strength or power; being weak and feeble impotence power powwow n (informal) a quick private conference huddle powwow n a council of or with Native Americans powwow v hold a powwow, talk, conference or meeting pox n a common venereal disease caused by the treponema pallidum spirochete; symptoms change through progressive stages; can be congenital (transm syphilis pox n a contagious disease characterized by purulent skin eruptions that may leave pock marks pr n a soft yellowish-white trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; can be recovered from bastnasite or monazite by an ion-exchange p pr n a self-governing commonwealth associated with the United States occupying the island of Puerto Rico pr n a promotion intended to create goodwill for a person or institution practicable adj usable for a specific purpose operable practicable adj capable of being done with means at hand and circumstances as they are feasible,viable,workable practical adj concerned with actual use or practice impractical practical adj guided by practical experience and observation rather than theory hardheaded,pragmatic practical adj being actually such in almost every respect virtual practical adj having or put to a practical purpose or use practicality n concerned with actual use rather than theoretical possibilities practically adv almost; nearly practically adv in a practical manner practically adv (degree adverb used before a noun phrase) for all practical purposes but not completely much practice n a customary way of operation or behavior pattern practice n systematic training by multiple repetitions exercise,drill,recitation practice n translating an idea into action praxis practice n the exercise of a profession practice v carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions practise,exercise,do practice v learn by repetition drill,exercise,practise practice v engage in a rehearsal (of) rehearse,practise practice v avail oneself to apply,use practiced adj having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude adept,expert,good,proficient,skillful,skilful practiced adj skillful after much practice practised practise v engage in a rehearsal (of) rehearse,practice practise v carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions practice,exercise,do practise v learn by repetition drill,exercise,practice practised adj skillful after much practice practiced practitioner n someone who practices a learned profession praetor n an annually elected magistrate of the ancient Roman Republic praetorian n a member of the Praetorian Guard praetorian adj of or relating to a Roman praetor praetorian adj characteristic of or similar to the corruptible soldiers in the Praetorian Guard with respect to corruption or political venality pragmatic n an imperial decree that becomes part of the fundamental law of the land pragmatic adj concerned with practical matters pragmatic adj of or concerning the theory of pragmatism pragmatic adj guided by practical experience and observation rather than theory hardheaded,practical pragmatically adv in a realistic manner pragmatism n (philosophy) the doctrine that practical consequences are the criteria of knowledge and meaning and value pragmatism n the attribute of accepting the facts of life and favoring practicality and literal truth realism pragmatist n an adherent of philosophical pragmatism pragmatist n a person who takes a practical approach to problems and is concerned primarily with the success or failure of her actions prague n the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic in the western part of the country; a cultural and commercial center since the 14th centu praia n the capital of Cape Verde on Sao Tiago Island prairie n a treeless grassy plain praise n an expression of approval and commendation congratulations,kudos praise n offering words of homage as an act of worship praise v express approval of criticize praiseworthy adj worthy of high praise commendable,laudable praising adj full of or giving praise laudatory prance n a proud stiff pompous gait strut,swagger prance v to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others swagger,ruffle,strut,sashay,cock prance v spring forward on the hind legs prance v cause (a horse) to bound spring forward prance v ride a horse such that it springs and bounds forward prancer n a mettlesome or fiery horse prang n a crash involving a car or plane prang v crash prank n acting like a clown or buffoon clowning,frivolity prank n a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement antic,joke,trick,caper prank v dress or decorate showily or gaudily prank v dress up showily prankster n someone who plays practical jokes on others trickster,tricker prate n idle or foolish and irrelevant talk prattle prate v speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly chatter,piffle,twaddle,clack,maunder,prattle,blab,gibber prater n an obnoxious and foolish and loquacious talker babbler,chatterbox,magpie pratfall n a fall onto your buttocks pratfall n an embarrassing mistake blunder,blooper,bloomer,bungle,fuckup,flub,botch,boner prattle n idle or foolish and irrelevant talk prate prattle v speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly chatter,piffle,prate,twaddle,clack,maunder,blab,gibber prattler n someone who speaks in a childish way prawn n any of various edible decapod crustaceans shrimp prawn n shrimp-like decapod crustacean having two pairs of pincers; most are edible prawn v fish for prawns praxis n translating an idea into action practice pray v address a deity, a prophet, a saint or an object of worship; say a prayer pray v call upon in supplication; entreat beg,implore prayer n the act of communicating with a deity (especially as a petition or in adoration or contrition or thanksgiving) prayer n reverent petition to a deity petition prayer n earnest or urgent request entreaty,appeal prayer n a fixed text used in praying prayerful adj disposed to pray or appearing to pray preach v deliver a sermon prophesy preach v speak, plead, or argue in favor of advocate preacher n someone whose occupation is preaching the gospel preaching n an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service) sermon,discourse preaching n a moralistic rebuke sermon preachy adj inclined to or marked by tedious moralization preadolescent adj of or relating to or designed for children between the ages of 9 and 12 preamble n a preliminary introduction to a statute or constitution (usually explaining its purpose) preamble v make a preliminary introduction, usually to a formal document prearrange v arrange beforehand prebend n the stipend assigned by a cathedral to a canon precancerous adj of or relating to a growth that is not malignant but is likely to become so if not treated precarious adj affording no ease or reassurance unstable precarious adj fraught with danger parlous,perilous precarious adj not secure; beset with difficulties shaky precariously adv in a precarious manner precast adj of structural members especially of concrete; cast into form before being transported to the site of installation precaution n a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc. safeguard,guard precaution n the trait of practicing caution in advance precaution n judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger caution,care,forethought precautionary adj taken in advance to protect against possible danger or failure precede v be earlier in time; go back further predate,forego,forgo precede v come before predate precede v be the predecessor of succeed precede v move ahead (of others) in time or space lead follow precedence n status established in order of importance or urgency priority precedence n preceding in time priority precedence n the act of preceding in time or order or rank (as in a ceremony) precession precedent n an example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time precedent n (civil law) a law established by following earlier judicial decisions precedent n a system of jurisprudence based on judicial precedents rather than statutory laws precedent n a subject mentioned earlier (preceding in time) precedent adj preceding in time, order, or significance preceding adj existing or coming before succeeding preceding adj of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office past,retiring precept n rule of personal conduct principle precept n a doctrine that is taught teaching,commandment precession n the motion of a spinning body (as a top) in which it wobbles so that the axis of rotation sweeps out a cone precession n the act of preceding in time or order or rank (as in a ceremony) precedence precinct n a district of a city or town marked out for administrative purposes precious adj characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for cherished,treasured,wanted precious adj of high worth or cost precious adj held in great esteem for admirable qualities especially of an intrinsic nature valued precious adj obviously contrived to charm cute precious adv extremely precipice n a very steep cliff precipitate n a precipitated solid substance in suspension or after settling or filtering precipitate v bring about abruptly precipitate v separate as a fine suspension of solid particles precipitate v fall from clouds fall precipitate v fall vertically, sharply, or headlong precipitate adj done with very great haste and without due deliberation hasty,precipitous precipitating adj bringing on suddenly or abruptly precipitation n the quantity of water falling to earth at a specific place within a specified period of time precipitation n the process of forming a chemical precipitate precipitation n the falling to earth of any form of water (rain or snow or hail or sleet or mist) downfall precipitation n the act of casting down or falling headlong from a height precipitous adj done with very great haste and without due deliberation hasty,precipitate precipitous adj extremely steep abrupt,sharp precipitously adv very suddenly and to a great degree sharply precipitously adv abruptly; in a precipitous manner precis n a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory outline,synopsis,abstract precis v make a summary (of) precise adj sharply exact or accurate or delimited imprecise precise adj (of ideas, images, representations, expressions) characterized by perfect conformity to fact or truth; strictly correct accurate,exact precisely adv indicating exactness or preciseness exactly,just,properly precisely adv in a precise manner exactly precisely adv just as it should be exactly precision n the quality of being reproducible in amount or performance preclinical adj of or relating to the early phases of a disease when accurate diagnosis is not possible because symptoms of the disease have not yet appeare preclude v keep from happening or arising; make impossible prevent,forestall,foreclose,forbid preclude v make impossible, especially beforehand preclusion n the act of preventing something by anticipating and disposing of it effectively forestalling precocious adj characterized by or characteristic of exceptionally early development or maturity (especially in mental aptitude) precocious adj appearing or developing early precognitive adj foreseeing the future clairvoyant preconceive v conceive beforehand preconceived adj (of an idea or opinion) formed beforehand; especially without evidence or through prejudice preconception n an opinion formed beforehand without adequate evidence prepossession preconception n a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation bias,prejudice precondition n an assumption on which rests the validity or effect of something else condition,stipulation precondition n an assumption that is taken for granted given,presumption precondition n a condition that is a prerequisite precondition v put into the required condition beforehand precook v cook beforehand so that the actual preparation won't take long precooked adj cooked partially or completely beforehand precursor n a substance from which another substance is formed (especially by a metabolic reaction) precursor n a person who goes before or announces the coming of another forerunner precursor n something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone harbinger,forerunner,predecessor,herald predaceous adj hunting and killing other animals for food predaceous adj living by or given to victimizing others for personal gain predatory predate v be earlier in time; go back further precede,forego,forgo postdate predate v come before precede predate v prey on or hunt for raven,prey predate v establish something as being earlier relative to something else postdate predation n an act of plundering and pillaging and marauding depredation predation n the act of preying by a predator who kills and eats the prey predator n someone who attacks in search of booty marauder,vulture,piranha predator n any animal that lives by preying on other animals predatory adj characterized by plundering or pillaging or marauding marauding,raiding predatory adj living by preying on other animals especially by catching living prey rapacious,raptorial,ravening predatory adj living by or given to victimizing others for personal gain predaceous predecessor n one who precedes you in time (as in holding a position or office) predecessor n something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone harbinger,forerunner,herald,precursor predestination n previous determination as if by destiny or fate predestination n (theology) being determined in advance; especially the doctrine (usually associated with Calvin) that God has foreordained every event throu predestine v decree or determine beforehand predestine v foreordain by divine will or decree predestine v foreordain or determine beforehand preordain predestined adj established or prearranged unalterably predetermine v determine beforehand predetermine v cause to be biased bias predetermined adj set in advance preset predicament n a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one quandary,plight predicate n (logic) what is predicated of the subject of a proposition; the second term in a proposition is predicated of the first term by means of the predicate n one of the two main constituents of a sentence; the predicate contains the verb and its complements predicate v make the (grammatical) predicate in a proposition predicate v affirm or declare as an attribute or quality of proclaim predicate v involve as a necessary condition of consequence; as in logic connote predict v make a prediction about; tell in advance foretell,prognosticate,call,forebode,anticipate,promise predict v indicate, as with a sign or an omen bode,portend,prognosticate,omen,presage,foreshadow,augur,foretell predictability n the quality of being predictable unpredictability predictable adj capable of being foretold unpredictable predictably adv in a predictable manner or to a predictable degree prediction n the act of predicting (as by reasoning about the future) anticipation prediction n a statement made about the future foretelling,forecasting,prognostication predictive adj of or relating to prediction; having value for making predictions prognosticative predictor n someone who makes predictions of the future (usually on the basis of special knowledge) forecaster,soothsayer predictor n information that supports a probabilistic estimate of future events predictor n a computer for controlling antiaircraft fire that computes the position of an aircraft at the instant of a shell's arrival predilection n a predisposition in favor of something preference,orientation predilection n a strong liking preference,penchant,taste predispose v make susceptible predisposed adj made susceptible predisposition n susceptibility to a pathogen sensitivity predisposition n an inclination beforehand to interpret statements in a particular way predisposition n a disposition in advance to react in a particular way prednisone n a dehydrogenated analogue of cortisol (trade names Orasone or Deltasone or Liquid Pred or Meticorten); used as an anti-inflammatory drug in predominance n the state of being predominant over others predominance n the quality of being more noticeable than anything else predominant adj most frequent or common prevailing,prevalent,dominant,rife predominant adj having superior power and influence overriding,paramount,predominate predominantly adv much greater in number or influence predominate v be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance dominate,rule,reign,prevail predominate v appear very large or occupy a commanding position loom,tower,hulk predominate adj having superior power and influence overriding,paramount,predominant preeminently adv to a preeminent degree; with superiority or distinction above others; in a preeminent manner preemptive adj designed or having the power to deter or prevent an anticipated situation or occurrence preen v clean with one's bill plume preen v pride or congratulate (oneself) for an achievement congratulate preen v dress or groom with elaborate care primp,plume,dress preexist v exist beforehand or prior to a certain point in time preexisting adj existing previously or before something prefab n a prefabricated structure prefab adj manufactured in standard sizes to be shipped and assembled elsewhere prefabricate v to manufacture sections of (a building), especially in a factory, so that they can be easily transported to and rapidly assembled on a build prefabricate v produce synthetically, artificially, or stereotypically and unoriginally prefabrication n the manufacture of sections of a building at the factory so they can be easily and rapidly assembled at the building site preface n a short introductory essay preceding the text of a book foreword preface v furnish with a preface or introduction precede,premise,introduce prefect n a chief officer or chief magistrate prefectural adj of or relating to a prefecture prefecture n the district administered by a prefect (as in France or Japan or the Roman Empire) prefecture n the office of prefect prefer v like better; value more highly prefer v select as an alternative over another choose,opt prefer v promote over another favor,favour prefer v give preference to one creditor over another preferable adj more desirable than another preferred preferably adv more readily or willingly sooner,rather preference n a strong liking penchant,predilection,taste preference n a predisposition in favor of something predilection,orientation preference n the right or chance to choose preference n grant of favor or advantage to one over another (especially to a country or countries in matters of international trade, such as levying dut preferential adj manifesting partiality discriminatory preferentially adv in a preferential manner preferred adj more desirable than another preferable preferred adj preferred above all others and treated with partiality favored,favorite,favourite,pet prefigure v imagine or consider beforehand prefigure v indicate, as with a sign or an omen bode,portend,prognosticate,omen,presage,foreshadow,augur,foretell prefix n an affix that is added in front of the word prefix v attach a prefix to suffix prefrontal adj anterior to a frontal structure pregnancy n the state of being pregnant; the period from conception to birth when a woman carries a developing fetus in her uterus gestation,maternity pregnant adj carrying developing offspring within the body or being about to produce new life pregnant adj rich in significance or implication meaning,significant pregnant adj filled with or attended with fraught preheat v heat beforehand prehistoric adj belonging to or existing in times before recorded history prehistoric adj of or relating to times before written history prehistoric adj no longer fashionable prejudge v judge beforehand, especially without sufficient evidence prejudgment n a judgment reached before the evidence is available prejudice n a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation bias,preconception prejudice v disadvantage by prejudice prejudice v influence (somebody's) opinion in advance prepossess prejudiced adj emanating from a person's emotions and prejudices prejudiced adj being biased or having a belief or attitude formed beforehand discriminatory prejudicial adj (sometimes followed by `to') causing harm or injury damaging,detrimental prejudicial adj tending to favor preconceived ideas prelate n a senior clergyman and dignitary primate prelim n a minor match preceding the main event preliminary prelim n an examination taken by graduate students to determine their fitness to continue preliminary n a minor match preceding the main event prelim preliminary n something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows overture,prelude preliminary adj denoting an action or event preceding or in preparation for something more important prelims n written matter preceding the main text of a book prelude n something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows preliminary,overture prelude n music that precedes a fugue or introduces an act in an opera prelude v serve as a prelude or opening to prelude v play as a prelude premarital adj relating to events before a marriage prenuptial premature adj born after a gestation period of less than the normal time premature adj too soon or too hasty previous premature adj uncommonly early or before the expected time untimely prematurely adv (of childbirth) before the end of the normal period of gestation prematurely adv too soon; in a premature manner untimely premeditate v consider, ponder, or plan (an action) beforehand premeditate v think or reflect beforehand or in advance premeditated adj characterized by deliberate purpose and some degree of planning premeditation n planning or plotting in advance of acting forethought premeditation n (law) thought and intention to commit a crime well in advance of the crime; goes to show criminal intent premenstrual adj of or relating to or occurring during the period just before menstruation premier n the person who holds the position of head of the government in the United Kingdom pm premier n the person who is head of government (in several countries) chancellor premier v be performed for the first time premiere premier v perform a work for the first time premiere premier adj first in rank or degree prime premier adj preceding all others in time premiere premiere n the first public performance of a play or movie premiere v be performed for the first time premier premiere v perform a work for the first time premier premiere adj preceding all others in time premier premiership n the office of premier premise n a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn assumption premise v set forth beforehand, often as an explanation premise v furnish with a preface or introduction precede,preface,introduce premise v take something as preexisting and given premises n land and the buildings on it premium n payment for insurance premium n the amount that something in scarce supply is valued above its nominal value premium n a fee charged for exchanging currencies premium n a prize, bonus, or award given as an inducement to purchase products, enter competitions initiated by business interests, etc. premium adj having or reflecting superior quality or value premolar n a tooth having two cusps or points; located between the incisors and the molars bicuspid premonition n a feeling of evil to come foreboding,presentiment premonition n an early warning about a future event forewarning premonitory adj warning of future misfortune prenatal adj occurring or existing before birth antenatal postnatal prentice n works for an expert to learn a trade apprentice,learner prenuptial adj relating to events before a marriage premarital preoccupation n an idea that preoccupies the mind and holds the attention preoccupation n the mental state of being preoccupied by something absorption,engrossment preoccupation n the act of taking occupancy before someone else does preoccupied adj deeply absorbed in thought bemused,lost preoccupied adj having or showing excessive or compulsive concern with something haunted,obsessed preoccupy v engage or engross the interest or attention of beforehand or occupy urgently or obsessively preoccupy v occupy or take possession of beforehand or before another or appropriate for use in advance preoperative adj happening or done before and in preparation for a surgical operation preordain v foreordain or determine beforehand predestine prep n preparatory school work done outside school (especially at home) homework,preparation prepaid adj used especially of mail; paid in advance preparation n the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose readying preparation n a substance prepared according to a formula formulation preparation n the cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening planning,provision preparation n the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action) readiness,preparedness preparatory adj preceding and preparing for something prepare v make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc fix,ready,set prepare v prepare for eating by applying heat cook,fix,ready,make prepare v to prepare verbally, either for written or spoken delivery prepare v arrange by systematic planning and united effort organize,devise,machinate prepared adj made ready or fit or suitable beforehand unprepared prepared adj having made preparations disposed,fain,inclined prepared adj equipped or prepared with necessary intellectual resources preparedness n the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action) readiness,preparation prepay v pay for something before receiving it prepayment n payment in advance preponderance n superiority in power or influence preponderance n a superiority in numbers or amount prevalence preponderance n exceeding in heaviness; having greater weight prepose v place before another constituent in the sentence preposition n a function word that combines with a noun or pronoun or noun phrase to form a prepositional phrase that can have an adverbial or adjectival preposition n (linguistics) the placing of one linguistic element before another (as placing a modifier before the word it modifies in a sentence or placi prepossess v possess beforehand prepossess v cause to be preoccupied prepossess v make a positive impression (on someone) beforehand prepossess v influence (somebody's) opinion in advance prejudice prepossession n the condition of being prepossessed prepossession n an opinion formed beforehand without adequate evidence preconception preposterous adj so unreasonable as to invite derision absurd,cockeyed,idiotic,laughable,ludicrous,nonsensical,ridiculous prepuce n a fold of skin covering the tip of the clitoris foreskin prepuce n a fold of skin covering the tip of the penis foreskin prerequisite n something that is required in advance requirement prerequisite adj required as a prior condition or course of study prerogative n a right reserved exclusively by a particular person or group (especially a hereditary or official right) privilege,perquisite presage n a foreboding about what is about to happen presage n a sign of something about to happen omen,portent,prognostication,prodigy presage v indicate, as with a sign or an omen bode,portend,prognosticate,omen,foreshadow,augur,foretell,prefigure presbyterian n a follower of Calvinism as taught in the Presbyterian Church preschool n an educational institution for children too young for elementary school preschooler n a child who attends a preschool or kindergarten kindergartner prescience n the power to foresee the future prescient adj perceiving the significance of events before they occur prescott n a town in central Arizona prescribe v issue commands or orders for order,dictate prescribe v recommend as beneficial prescribe v (medicine) order the use of (a treatment, medicine, etc.), usually by written prescription prescribed adj set down as a rule or guide prescribed adj fixed or established especially by order or command appointed,decreed,ordained prescribed adj conforming to set usage, procedure, or discipline official prescribed adj formally laid down or imposed positive prescript n prescribed guide for conduct or action rule prescription n directions prescribed beforehand; the action of prescribing authoritative rules or directions prescription n a drug that is available only with written instructions from a doctor or dentist to a pharmacist prescription n written instructions for an optician on the lenses for a given person prescription n written instructions from a physician or dentist to a druggist concerning the form and dosage of a drug to be issued to a given patient prescription adj available only with a doctor's written prescription preseason n a period prior to the beginning of the regular season which is devoted to training and preparation presence n the state of being present; current existence absence presence n the immediate proximity of someone or something front presence n an invisible spiritual being felt to be nearby presence n the impression that something is present present n the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech nowadays present n something presented as a gift present n a verb tense that expresses actions or states at the time of speaking present v give an exhibition of to an interested audience show,demo,exhibit,demonstrate present v bring forward and present to the mind represent present v perform (a play), especially on a stage stage,represent present v hand over formally submit present adj temporal sense; intermediate between past and future; now existing or happening or in consideration future,past present adj being or existing in a specified place absent presentable adj fit to be seen presentation n the activity of formally presenting something (as a prize or reward) presentation n a show or display; the act of presenting something to sight or view presentment,demonstration presentation n the act of making something publicly available; presenting news or other information by broadcasting or printing it presentation n the act of presenting a proposal presenter n someone who presents a message of some sort (as a petition or an address or a check or a memorial etc.) presenter n an advocate who presents a person (as for an award or a degree or an introduction etc.) sponsor presenter n person who makes a gift of property donor,giver presentiment n a feeling of evil to come foreboding,premonition presently adv in the near future soon,shortly presently adv at this time or period; now currently presentment n an accusation of crime made by a grand jury on its own initiative notification presentment n a document that must be accepted and paid by another person presentment n a show or display; the act of presenting something to sight or view presentation,demonstration preservation n the activity of protecting something from loss or danger saving preservation n the condition of being (well or ill) preserved preservation n a process that saves organic substances from decay preservation n an occurrence of improvement by virtue of preventing loss or injury or other change conservation preservationist n someone who advocates the preservation of historical sites or endangered species or natural areas preservative n a chemical compound that is added to protect against decay or decomposition preservative adj tending or having the power to preserve preserve n a domain that seems to be specially reserved for someone preserve n a reservation where animals are protected preserve n fruit preserved by cooking with sugar conserve,preserves preserve v keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last continue,uphold preserve v keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction conserve,maintain preserve v to keep up and reserve for personal or special use save preserve v prevent (food) from rotting keep preserved adj prevented from decaying or spoiling and prepared for future use fresh preserved adj kept intact or in a particular condition destroyed preserver n a skilled worker who is employed to restore or refinish buildings or antique furniture renovator,restorer preserver n a cook who preserves fruits or meat preserver n someone who keeps safe from harm or danger preserver n rescue equipment consisting of a buoyant belt or jacket to keep a person from drowning preserves n fruit preserved by cooking with sugar conserve,preserve preset adj set in advance predetermined preside v act as president presidency n the tenure of a president administration presidency n the office and function of president president n an executive officer of a firm or corporation president n the person who holds the office of head of state of the United States government president n the chief executive of a republic president n the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization chairman,chairwoman,chair,chairperson presidential adj relating to a president or presidency presidential adj befitting a president presidentially adv in a presidential manner presidio n a fortress established in the southwestern United States by the Spanish in order to protect their missions and other holdings presidium n a permanent executive committee in socialist countries that has all the powers of some larger legislative body and that acts for it when it presley n United States rock singer whose many hit records and flamboyant style greatly influenced American popular music (1935-1977) press n the state of demanding notice or attention imperativeness,insistence,pressure press n the print media responsible for gathering and publishing news in the form of newspapers or magazines press n a machine used for printing press n a dense crowd of people crush,jam press v exert pressure or force to or upon press v force or impel in an indicated direction urge,exhort press v to be oppressive or burdensome weigh press v place between two surfaces and apply weight or pressure pressburg n capital and largest city of Slovakia bratislava pressed adj compacted by ironing pressing n the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure press,pressure pressing n a metal or plastic part that is made by a mechanical press pressing adj compelling immediate action urgent pressman n someone whose occupation is printing printer pressman n a journalist employed to provide news stories for newspapers or broadcast media correspondent,newspaperman pressure n the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit) pressure n a force that compels pressure n the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure press,pressing pressure n the state of demanding notice or attention imperativeness,insistence,press pressure v to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means coerce,hale,squeeze,force pressure v exert pressure on someone through threats blackmail,blackjack pressurize v increase the pressure on a gas or liquid supercharge pressurize v maintain a certain pressure pressurize v increase the pressure in or of prestidigitation n manual dexterity in the execution of tricks prestidigitator n someone who performs magic tricks to amuse an audience magician,conjurer,conjuror,illusionist prestige n a high standing achieved through success or influence or wealth etc. prestigious adj having an illustrious reputation; respected esteemed,honored prestigious adj exerting influence by reason of high status or prestige presto adj (of tempo) very fast presto adv suddenly presto adv at a very fast tempo (faster than allegro) presumably adv by reasonable assumption presume v take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof assume presume v take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission dare presume v constitute reasonable evidence for presume v take liberties or act with too much confidence presumption n an assumption that is taken for granted given,precondition presumption n (law) an inference of the truth of a fact from other facts proved or admitted or judicially noticed presumption n audacious (even arrogant) behavior that you have no right to effrontery,assumption presumption n a kind of discourtesy in the form of an act of presuming presumptive adj having a reasonable basis for belief or acceptance presumptive adj affording reasonable grounds for belief or acceptance presumptuous adj excessively forward assuming presuppose v take for granted or as a given; suppose beforehand suppose presuppose v require as a necessary antecedent or precondition suppose presupposition n the act of presupposing; a supposition made prior to having knowledge (as for the purpose of argument) pretence n a false or unsupportable quality pretension,pretense pretence n an artful or simulated semblance guise,pretense,pretext pretence n pretending with intention to deceive pretense,feigning,dissembling pretence n imaginative intellectual play pretense pretend n the enactment of a pretense pretend v make believe with the intent to deceive feign,sham,affect,dissemble pretend v behave unnaturally or affectedly dissemble,act pretend v put forward a claim and assert right or possession of pretend v put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation guess,venture,hazard pretend adj imagined as in a play pretended adj adopted in order to deceive assumed,false,fictitious,sham pretender n a claimant to the throne or to the office of ruler (usually without just title) pretender n a person who makes deceitful pretenses imposter,impostor,fake,faker,fraud,sham,pseudo,pseud pretender n a person who professes beliefs and opinions that he or she does not hold in order to conceal his or her real feelings or motives hypocrite,phony,phoney pretending n the act of giving a false appearance pretense,pretence,simulation,feigning pretense n the act of giving a false appearance pretence,pretending,simulation,feigning pretense n pretending with intention to deceive pretence,feigning,dissembling pretense n imaginative intellectual play pretence pretense n a false or unsupportable quality pretension,pretence pretension n a false or unsupportable quality pretense,pretence pretension n the advancing of a claim pretension n the quality of being pretentious (behaving or speaking in such a manner as to create a false appearance of great importance or worth) largeness pretentious adj making claim to or creating an appearance of (often undeserved) importance or distinction unpretentious pretentious adj intended to attract notice and impress others ostentatious pretentious adj (of a display) tawdry or vulgar ostentatious pretext n something serving to conceal plans; a fictitious reason that is concocted in order to conceal the real reason pretext n an artful or simulated semblance guise,pretense,pretence pretty adj pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing pretty adj (used ironically) unexpectedly bad pretty adv to certain extent or degree reasonably,moderately,jolly,somewhat,fairly,middling,passably pretzel n glazed and salted cracker typically in the shape of a loose knot preussen n a former kingdom in north-central Europe including present-day northern Germany and northern Poland prussia prevail v be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance predominate,dominate,rule,reign prevail v be valid, applicable, or true hold,obtain prevail v continue to exist persist,run,endure prevail v prove superior triumph prevailing adj most frequent or common prevalent,predominant,dominant,rife prevalence n the quality of prevailing generally; being widespread prevalence n (epidemiology) the ratio (for a given time period) of the number of occurrences of a disease or event to the number of units at risk in the prevalence n a superiority in numbers or amount preponderance prevalent adj most frequent or common prevailing,predominant,dominant,rife prevaricate v be deliberately ambiguous or unclear in order to mislead or withhold information equivocate,palter prevarication n a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth lie prevarication n intentionally vague or ambiguous equivocation prevarication n the deliberate act of deviating from the truth lying,fabrication prevent v keep from happening or arising; make impossible forestall,foreclose,preclude,forbid prevent v stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state keep let preventable adj capable of being prevented preventative n remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease preventive,prophylactic preventative n any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome hindrance,hitch,preventive,interference preventative n an agent or device intended to prevent conception contraceptive,preventive preventative adj tending to prevent or hinder preventive preventative adj preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease preventive,prophylactic prevention n the act of preventing bar preventive n remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease preventative,prophylactic preventive n any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome hindrance,hitch,preventative,interference preventive n an agent or device intended to prevent conception contraceptive,preventative preventive adj preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease preventative,prophylactic preventive adj tending to prevent or hinder preventative permissive preview n an advertisement consisting of short scenes from a motion picture that will appear in the near future trailer preview n a screening for a select audience in advance of release for the general public preview v watch (a movie or play) before it is released to the general public previous adj just preceding something else in time or order old previous adj (used especially of persons) of the immediate past former,late previous adj too soon or too hasty premature previously adv at an earlier time or formerly prewar adj existing or belonging to a time before a war postwar prey n a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence quarry,target prey n animal hunted or caught for food quarry prey v profit from in an exploitatory manner feed prey v prey on or hunt for raven,predate priam n (Greek mythology) the last king of Troy; father of Hector and Paris and Cassandra price n the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold) cost price n the amount of money needed to purchase something terms,damage price n value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something cost,toll price n the high value or worth of something price v determine the price of price v ascertain or learn the price of priceless adj having incalculable monetary, intellectual, or spiritual worth invaluable pricey adj having a high price costly,dear pricing n the evaluation of something in terms of its price prick n insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous asshole,bastard,cocksucker,dickhead,shit,motherfucker,whoreson,sob prick n a depression scratched or carved into a surface incision,scratch,slit,dent prick n obscene terms for penis cock,dick,shaft,pecker,tool,putz prick n the act of puncturing with a small point pricking prick v make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn prickle prick v cause a stinging pain sting,twinge prick v raise prick v stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick goad pricker n a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf spine,thorn,prickle,sticker pricker n an awl for making small holes for brads or small screws pricking n the act of puncturing with a small point prick prickle n a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf spine,thorn,pricker,sticker prickle v cause a prickling sensation prick prickle v cause a stinging or tingling sensation tingle prickle v make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn prick prickleback n small elongate fishes of shallow northern seas; a long dorsal fin consists entirely of spines prickleback n small (2-4 inches) pugnacious mostly scaleless spiny-backed fishes of northern fresh and littoral waters having elaborate courtship; subject prickly adj very irritable waspish prickly adj having or covered with protective barbs or quills or spines or thorns or setae etc. barbed,bristled,burred,burry,spiny,thorny pride n a feeling of self-respect and personal worth humility pride n satisfaction with your (or another's) achievements pride n the trait of being spurred on by a dislike of falling below your standards pride n a group of lions pride v be proud of plume,congratulate priest n a clergyman in Christian churches who has the authority to perform or administer various religious rites; one of the Holy Orders priest n a person who performs religious duties and ceremonies in a non-Christian religion priestess n a woman priest priesthood n the body of ordained religious practitioners priestly adj associated with the priesthood or priests priestly adj befitting or characteristic of a priest or the priesthood prig n a person regarded as arrogant and annoying snob,snot,snoot prim v assume a prim appearance prim v contract one's lips prim v dress primly prim adj affectedly dainty or refined mincing prim adj exaggeratedly proper prissy,prudish,puritanical,victorian prima n used primarily as eating apples prima adj indicating the most important performer or role leading,star,starring,stellar primacy n the state of being first in importance primal adj serving as an essential component cardinal,central,fundamental,key primal adj having existed from the beginning; in an earliest or original stage or state aboriginal,primeval,primordial primarily adv for the most part chiefly,principally,mainly primarily adv of primary import secondarily primary n a preliminary election where delegates or nominees are chosen primary n one of the main flight feathers projecting along the outer edge of a bird's wing primary n (astronomy) a celestial body (especially a star) relative to other objects in orbit around it primary n coil forming the part of an electrical circuit such that changing current in it induces a current in a neighboring circuit primary adj of first rank or importance or value; direct and immediate rather than secondary secondary primary adj not derived from or reducible to something else; basic primary adj most important element chief,main,principal,master primary adj of or being the essential or basic part elementary,elemental,basal primate n a senior clergyman and dignitary prelate primate n any placental mammal of the order Primates; has good eyesight and flexible hands and feet primates n an animal order including lemurs and tarsiers and monkeys and apes and human beings prime n a natural number that has exactly two distinct natural number divisors: 1 and itself prime n the period of greatest prosperity or productivity flower,peak,heyday,bloom,blossom,flush prime n the second canonical hour; about 6 a.m. prime n the time of maturity when power and vigor are greatest prime v insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing prime v cover with a primer; apply a primer to ground,undercoat prime v fill with priming liquid prime adj first in rank or degree premier prime adj used of the first or originating agent prime adj of superior grade choice,prize,quality,select prime adj of or relating to or being an integer that cannot be factored into other integers primed adj (usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed fit,set primer n an introductory textbook primer n any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant fuse,fuze,priming primer n the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface ground,priming,undercoat primeval adj having existed from the beginning; in an earliest or original stage or state aboriginal,primal,primordial priming n the act of making something ready priming n any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant fuse,fuze,primer priming n the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface ground,primer,undercoat primitive n a person who belongs to an early stage of civilization primitive n a mathematical expression from which another expression is derived primitive n a word serving as the basis for inflected or derived forms primitive adj belonging to an early stage of technical development; characterized by simplicity and (often) crudeness crude,rude primitive adj little evolved from or characteristic of an earlier ancestral type archaic primitive adj used of preliterate or tribal or nonindustrial societies primitive adj of or created by one without formal training; simple or naive in style naive primly adv in a prissy manner primo n the principal part of a duet (especially a piano duet) primo adj the best of its kind primordial adj having existed from the beginning; in an earliest or original stage or state aboriginal,primal,primeval primp v dress or groom with elaborate care preen,plume,dress primrose n any of numerous short-stemmed plants of the genus Primula having tufted basal leaves and showy flowers clustered in umbels or heads primula primula n any of numerous short-stemmed plants of the genus Primula having tufted basal leaves and showy flowers clustered in umbels or heads primrose primus n the presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church of Scotland primus n a portable paraffin cooking stove; used by campers prince n a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign) princely adj ostentatiously rich and superior in quality deluxe,gilded,grand,luxurious,opulent,sumptuous,lush princely adj having the rank of or befitting a prince princess n a female member of a royal family other than the queen (especially the daughter of a sovereign) princeton n a university town in central New Jersey princeton n a university in New Jersey principal n the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated principal n the educator who has executive authority for a school head principal n an actor who plays a principal role star,lead principal n capital as contrasted with the income derived from it corpus principal adj most important element chief,main,primary,master principality n territory ruled by a prince principally adv for the most part chiefly,primarily,mainly principle n a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct rule principle n a rule or standard especially of good behavior principle n a basic truth or law or assumption principle n a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system rule principled adj based on or manifesting objectively defined standards of rightness or morality unprincipled prink v dress very carefully and in a finicky manner prink v put on special clothes to appear particularly appealing and attractive overdress,attire print n the text appearing in a book, newspaper, or other printed publication print n a picture or design printed from an engraving print n a visible indication made on a surface mark print n availability in printed form print v put into print publish print v write as if with print; not cursive print v make into a print print v reproduce by printing impress printable adj fit for publication because free of material that is morally or legally objectionable unprintable printer n someone whose occupation is printing pressman printer n (computer science) an output device that prints the results of data processing printer n a machine that prints printing n text handwritten in the style of printed matter printing n the business of producing printed material for sale or distribution printing n reproduction by applying ink to paper as for publication printing n all the copies of a work printed at one time impression printout n the output of a computer in printed form prior n the head of a religious order; in an abbey the prior is next below the abbot prior adj earlier in time anterior prioritize v assign a priority to priority n status established in order of importance or urgency precedence priority n preceding in time precedence priory n religious residence in a monastery governed by a prior or a convent governed by a prioress prise v to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open pry,prize,lever,jimmy prise v make an uninvited or presumptuous inquiry pry prise v regard highly; think much of respect,esteem,value,prize prism n a polyhedron with two congruent and parallel faces (the bases) and whose lateral faces are parallelograms prism n optical device having a triangular shape and made of glass or quartz; used to deviate a beam or invert an image prismatic adj of or relating to or resembling or constituting a prism prismatic adj exhibiting spectral colors formed by refraction of light through a prism prison n a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment prison n a prisonlike situation; a place of seeming confinement prisoner n a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war captive prissy adj exaggeratedly proper prim,prudish,puritanical,victorian prissy adj excessively fastidious and easily disgusted dainty,nice,squeamish pristine adj completely free from dirt or contamination pristine adj immaculately clean and unused privacy n the quality of being secluded from the presence or view of others seclusion privacy n the condition of being concealed or hidden secrecy,concealment private n an enlisted man of the lowest rank in the Army or Marines private adj confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy public private adj concerning things deeply private and personal intimate private adj concerning one person exclusively individual private adj not expressed secret privately adv kept private or confined to those intimately concerned publicly privately adv by a private person or interest publicly privates n external sex organ genitalia,genitals,crotch privation n a state of extreme poverty want,deprivation privation n act of depriving someone of food or money or rights deprivation privatization n changing something from state to private ownership or control denationalization privilege n a special advantage or immunity or benefit not enjoyed by all privilege n a right reserved exclusively by a particular person or group (especially a hereditary or official right) prerogative,perquisite privilege n (law) the right to refuse to divulge information obtained in a confidential relationship privilege v bestow a privilege upon favor,favour privileged adj blessed with privileges underprivileged privileged adj not subject to usual rules or penalties privileged adj confined to an exclusive group inside,inner privy n a room or building equipped with one or more toilets toilet,lavatory,lav,can,john,bathroom privy n a small outbuilding with a bench having holes through which a user can defecate outhouse,jakes privy adj hidden from general view or use secluded,secret privy adj (followed by `to') informed about something secret or not generally known prize n something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery award prize n goods or money obtained illegally loot,booty,pillage,plunder,swag prize n something given as a token of victory trophy prize v hold dear value,treasure,appreciate prize v to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open pry,prise,lever,jimmy prize v regard highly; think much of respect,esteem,value,prise prize adj of superior grade choice,prime,quality,select prizefight n a boxing match between professional boxers for a cash prize prizefight v box for a prize or money pro n an athlete who plays for pay professional pro n an argument in favor of a proposal con pro adj in favor of (an action or proposal etc.) anti pro adv in favor of a proposition, opinion, etc. con proactive adj descriptive of any event or stimulus or process that has an effect on events or stimuli or processes that occur subsequently retroactive proactive adj (of a policy or person or action) controlling a situation by causing something to happen rather than waiting to respond to it after it happe probabilistic adj of or relating to the Roman Catholic philosophy of probabilism probabilistic adj of or relating to or based on probability probability n a measure of how likely it is that some event will occur; a number expressing the ratio of favorable cases to the whole number of cases poss chance probability n the quality of being probable; a probable event or the most probable event probable n an applicant likely to be chosen probable adj likely but not certain to be or become true or real likely improbable probable adj apparently destined probably adv with considerable certainty; without much doubt likely probably adv easy to believe on the basis of available evidence credibly,plausibly probate n a judicial certificate saying that a will is genuine and conferring on the executors the power to administer the estate probate n the act of proving that an instrument purporting to be a will was signed and executed in accord with legal requirements probate v put a convicted person on probation by suspending his sentence probate v establish the legal validity of (wills and other documents) probation n a trial period during which your character and abilities are tested to see whether you are suitable for work or for membership probation n a trial period during which an offender has time to redeem himself or herself probation n (law) a way of dealing with offenders without imprisoning them; a defendant found guilty of a crime is released by the court without impriso probationary adj under terms not final or fully worked out or agreed upon provisional,tentative probationer n a nurse in training who is undergoing a trial period probationer n someone released on probation or on parole parolee probative adj tending to prove a particular proposition or to persuade you of the truth of an allegation probe n an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities investigation probe n a flexible slender surgical instrument with a blunt end that is used to explore wounds or body cavities probe n an exploratory action or expedition probe n an investigation conducted using a flexible surgical instrument to explore an injury or a body cavity probe v question or examine thoroughly and closely examine probe v examine physically with or as if with a probe probing adj diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation searching probity n complete and confirmed integrity; having strong moral principles problem n a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved job problem n a question raised for consideration or solution problem n a source of difficulty trouble problematic adj open to doubt or debate debatable,problematical problematic adj making great mental demands; hard to comprehend or solve or believe baffling,elusive,knotty,problematical,tough problematical adj open to doubt or debate debatable,problematic problematical adj making great mental demands; hard to comprehend or solve or believe baffling,elusive,knotty,problematic,tough proboscis n the human nose (especially when it is large) proboscis n a long flexible snout as of an elephant trunk procaine n a white crystalline powder (trade name Ethocaine) administered near nerves as a local anesthetic in dentistry and medicine procedural adj of or relating to procedure procedural adj relating to court practice and procedure as opposed to the principles of law adjective procedure n a particular course of action intended to achieve a result process procedure n a process or series of acts especially of a practical or mechanical nature involved in a particular form of work operation procedure n a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program routine,function procedure n a mode of conducting legal and parliamentary proceedings proceed v continue talking continue proceed v move ahead; travel onward in time or space continue proceed v follow a procedure or take a course go,move proceed v follow a certain course go proceeding n (law) the institution of a sequence of steps by which legal judgments are invoked proceedings proceedings n (law) the institution of a sequence of steps by which legal judgments are invoked proceeding proceedings n a written account of what transpired at a meeting minutes,transactions proceeds n the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property return,issue,take,takings,yield,payoff process n a particular course of action intended to achieve a result procedure process n (psychology) the performance of some composite cognitive activity; an operation that affects mental contents operation process n a writ issued by authority of law; usually compels the defendant's attendance in a civil suit; failure to appear results in a default judgme summons process n a mental process that you are not directly aware of process v subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition treat process v deal with in a routine way process v perform mathematical and logical operations on (data) according to programmed instructions in order to obtain the required information process v institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against action,sue,litigate processed adj subjected to a special process or treatment processed adj freed from impurities by processing refined processed adj prepared or converted from a natural state by subjecting to a special process unprocessed processing n preparing or putting through a prescribed procedure procession n (theology) the origination of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost emanation,rise procession n the group action of a collection of people or animals or vehicles moving ahead in more or less regular formation procession n the act of moving forward (as toward a goal) progress,progression,advance,advancement processional n religious music used in a procession processional adj intended for use in a procession processional adj of or relating to or characteristic of a procession processor n a business engaged in processing agricultural products and preparing them for market processor n someone who processes things (foods or photographs or applicants etc.) processor n (computer science) the part of a computer (a microprocessor chip) that does most of the data processing cpu,mainframe proclaim v declare formally; declare someone to be something; of titles proclaim v state or announce exclaim,promulgate proclaim v affirm or declare as an attribute or quality of predicate proclaim v praise, glorify, or honor laud,extol,exalt,glorify proclaimed adj declared publicly; made widely known announced proclamation n a formal public statement announcement,declaration proclamation n the formal act of proclaiming; giving public notice proclivity n a natural inclination propensity,leaning proconsul n an official in a modern colony who has considerable administrative power proconsul n a provincial governor of consular rank in the Roman Republic and Roman Empire proconsul n an anthropoid ape of the genus Proconsul procrastinate v postpone doing what one should be doing stall,dillydally procrastinate v postpone or delay needlessly procrastination n the act of procrastinating; putting off or delaying or defering an action to a later time procrastination n slowness as a consequence of not getting around to it procrastinator n someone who postpones work (especially out of laziness or habitual carelessness) procreate v have offspring or produce more individuals of a given animal or plant reproduce,multiply procreation n the sexual activity of conceiving and bearing offspring reproduction,breeding proctologist n a doctor specializing in diseases of the rectum and anus proctor n someone who supervises (an examination) monitor proctor v watch over (students taking an exam, to prevent cheating) proctoscope n an endoscope for examining the rectum proctoscopy n visual examination of the rectum and the end of the colon by means of a proctoscope procurator n a person authorized to act for another proxy,placeholder procurator n (ancient Rome) someone employed by the Roman Emperor to manage finance and taxes procure v get by special effort secure procure v arrange for sexual partners for others pander,pimp procurement n the act of getting possession of something procurer n someone who procures customers for whores (in England they call a pimp a ponce) pimp,pander,ponce procurer n someone who obtains or acquires prod n a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something goad,goading,prodding,urging,spur,spurring prod n a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion goad prod v to push against gently nudge prod v urge on; cause to act incite prod v poke or thrust abruptly jab,stab,poke,dig prodding n a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something goad,goading,prod,urging,spur,spurring prodigal n a recklessly extravagant consumer profligate prodigal adj recklessly wasteful extravagant,profligate,spendthrift prodigious adj so great in size or force or extent as to elicit awe colossal,stupendous prodigious adj of momentous or ominous significance portentous prodigious adj far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree exceeding,exceptional,olympian,surpassing prodigiously adv to a prodigious degree prodigy n an unusually gifted or intelligent (young) person; someone whose talents excite wonder and admiration prodigy n a sign of something about to happen omen,portent,presage,prognostication prodigy n an impressive or wonderful example of a particular quality prodrome n an early symptom that a disease is developing or that an attack is about to occur produce n fresh fruits and vegetable grown for the market produce v bring forth or yield produce v create or manufacture a man-made product make,create produce v cause to happen, occur or exist produce v bring out for display producer n someone who manufactures something manufacturer producer n someone who finds financing for and supervises the making and presentation of a show (play or film or program or similar work) producer n something that produces product n commodities offered for sale merchandise,ware product n an artifact that has been created by someone or some process production product n a quantity obtained by multiplication product n a chemical substance formed as a result of a chemical reaction production n the act or process of producing something production n a presentation for the stage or screen or radio or television production n an artifact that has been created by someone or some process product production n (law) the act of exhibiting in a court of law productive adj producing or capable of producing (especially abundantly) unproductive productive adj having the ability to produce or originate generative productive adj yielding positive results productive adj marked by great fruitfulness fat,fertile,rich productively adv in a productive way profitably productivity n the quality of being productive or having the power to produce productivity n (economics) the ratio of the quantity and quality of units produced to the labor per unit of time prof n someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university professor profanation n blasphemous behavior; the act of depriving something of its sacred character desecration,blasphemy,sacrilege profanation n degradation of something worthy of respect; cheapening profane v corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality corrupt,pervert,subvert,demoralize,debase,vitiate,deprave,misdirect profane v violate the sacred character of a place or language desecrate,outrage,violate profane adj characterized by profanity or cursing blasphemous,blue profane adj not concerned with or devoted to religion secular sacred profane adj not holy because unconsecrated or impure or defiled profane adj grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred blasphemous,sacrilegious profanity n vulgar or irreverent speech or action profess v practice as a profession, teach, or claim to be knowledgeable about profess v confess one's faith in, or allegiance to profess v admit (to a wrongdoing) concede,confess profess v state freely professed adj professing to be qualified professed adj claimed with intent to deceive professed adj openly declared as such avowed professing n an open avowal (true or false) of some belief or opinion profession profession n the body of people in a learned occupation profession n an occupation requiring special education (especially in the liberal arts or sciences) profession n an open avowal (true or false) of some belief or opinion professing profession n affirmation of acceptance of some religion or faith professional n a person engaged in one of the learned professions professional n an athlete who plays for pay pro amateur professional n an authority qualified to teach apprentices master professional adj engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or means of livelihood nonprofessional professional adj of or relating to or suitable as a profession professional adj characteristic of or befitting a profession or one engaged in a profession unprofessional professional adj of or relating to a profession professionalism n the expertness characteristic of a professional person professionalize v become professional or proceed in a professional manner or in an activity for pay or as a means of livelihood professionalize v make professional or give a professional character to professionally adv in a professional manner professor n someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university prof professorial adj relating to or characteristic of professors professorship n the position of professor chair proffer n a proposal offered for acceptance or rejection suggestion,proposition proffer v present for acceptance or rejection offer proficiency n the quality of having great facility and competence proficiency n skillfulness in the command of fundamentals deriving from practice and familiarity technique proficient adj having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude adept,expert,good,practiced,skillful,skilful proficient adj of or relating to technique or proficiency in a practical skill technical profile n an analysis (often in graphical form) representing the extent to which something exhibits various characteristics profile n an outline of something (especially a human face as seen from one side) profile n biographical sketch profile n degree of exposure to public notice visibility profile v write about profile v represent in profile, by drawing or painting profiling n recording a person's behavior and analyzing psychological characteristics in order to predict or assess their ability in a certain sphere or profit n the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses) net,lucre,profits,earnings profit n the advantageous quality of being beneficial gain profit v derive a benefit from gain,benefit profit v make a profit; gain money or materially lose profitability n the quality of affording gain or benefit or profit profitable adj yielding material gain or profit unprofitable profitably adv in a productive way productively profiteer n someone who makes excessive profit (especially on goods in short supply) profiteer v make an unreasonable profit, as on the sale of difficult to obtain goods profits n the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses) net,lucre,profit,earnings profits n something won (especially money) winnings,win profligacy n the trait of spending extravagantly extravagance profligacy n dissolute indulgence in sensual pleasure dissipation,dissolution profligate n a dissolute man in fashionable society rake,rip,blood profligate n a recklessly extravagant consumer prodigal profligate adj recklessly wasteful extravagant,prodigal,spendthrift profligate adj unrestrained by convention or morality degenerate,degraded,dissipated,libertine,riotous,fast profound adj showing intellectual penetration or emotional depth superficial profound adj of the greatest intensity; complete profound adj far-reaching and thoroughgoing in effect especially on the nature of something fundamental profound adj coming from deep within one profoundly adv to a great depth psychologically or emotionally deeply,intensely profuse adj produced or growing in extreme abundance exuberant,lush,luxuriant,riotous profusely adv in an abundant manner abundantly,copiously,extravagantly profusion n the property of being extremely abundant richness,cornucopia progenitor n an ancestor in the direct line progeny n the immediate descendants of a person offspring,issue progesterone n a steroid hormone (trade name Lipo-Lutin) produced in the ovary; prepares and maintains the uterus for pregnancy progestin n any of a group of steroid hormones that have the effect of progesterone prognathous adj having a projecting lower jaw prognosis n a prediction about how something (as the weather) will develop forecast prognosis n a prediction of the course of a disease prospect prognosticate v make a prediction about; tell in advance predict,foretell,call,forebode,anticipate,promise prognosticate v indicate, as with a sign or an omen bode,portend,omen,presage,foreshadow,augur,foretell,prefigure prognostication n a sign of something about to happen omen,portent,presage,prodigy prognostication n a statement made about the future prediction,foretelling,forecasting prognostication n knowledge of the future (usually said to be obtained from a divine source) prophecy prognosticative adj of or relating to prediction; having value for making predictions predictive program n a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished plan,programme program n a system of projects or services intended to meet a public need programme program n a radio or television show broadcast,programme program n a document stating the aims and principles of a political party platform program v arrange a program of or for programme program v write a computer program programme programing n setting an order and time for planned events scheduling,programming programing n creating a sequence of instructions to enable the computer to do something programming programme n an announcement of the events that will occur as part of a theatrical or sporting event program programme n an integrated course of academic studies program,curriculum,syllabus programme n a radio or television show broadcast,program programme n (computer science) a sequence of instructions that a computer can interpret and execute program programme v write a computer program program programme v arrange a program of or for program programmer n a person who designs and writes and tests computer programs coder programming n setting an order and time for planned events scheduling,programing programming n creating a sequence of instructions to enable the computer to do something programing progress n gradual improvement or growth or development advancement progress n the act of moving forward (as toward a goal) progression,procession,advance,advancement progress n a movement forward progression,advance progress v develop in a positive way advance regress progress v move forward, also in the metaphorical sense advance progress v form or accumulate steadily build progression n a series with a definite pattern of advance progression n a movement forward progress,advance progression n the act of moving forward (as toward a goal) progress,procession,advance,advancement progressive n a tense of verbs used in describing action that is on-going imperfect progressive n a person who favors a political philosophy of progress and reform and the protection of civil liberties liberal progressive adj favoring or promoting progress regressive progressive adj favoring or promoting reform (often by government action) reformist progressive adj (of taxes) adjusted so that the rate increases as the amount of income increases regressive progressive adj gradually advancing in extent progressively adv advancing in amount or intensity increasingly progressivity n advancement toward better conditions or policies or methods prohibit v command against forbid,interdict,proscribe,veto,disallow,nix prohibited adj excluded from use or mention forbidden,out,proscribed,taboo prohibited adj forbidden by law banned prohibition n a law forbidding the sale of alcoholic beverages prohibition n a decree that prohibits something ban,proscription prohibition n the period from 1920 to 1933 when the sale of alcoholic beverages was prohibited in the United States by a constitutional amendment prohibition n refusal to approve or assent to prohibitive adj tending to discourage (especially of prices) prohibitory prohibitively adv to a prohibitive degree prohibitory adj tending to discourage (especially of prices) prohibitive proinflammatory adj tending to cause inflammation project n any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted undertaking,task,labor project n a planned undertaking projection project v communicate vividly project v extend out or project in space protrude,jut project v transfer (ideas or principles) from one domain into another project v project on a screen projected adj extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary jutting,projecting,protruding,relieved,sticking projectile n a weapon that is forcibly thrown or projected at a targets but is not self-propelled missile projectile n any vehicle self-propelled by a rocket engine rocket projectile adj impelling or impelled forward projecting adj extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary jutting,projected,protruding,relieved,sticking projection n a prediction made by extrapolating from past observations projection n the projection of an image from a film onto a screen projection n a planned undertaking project projection n any structure that branches out from a central support projector n an optical device for projecting a beam of light projector n an optical instrument that projects an enlarged image onto a screen prolactin n gonadotropic hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary; in females it stimulates growth of the mammary glands and lactation after parturiti prolapse n the slipping or falling out of place of an organ (as the uterus) prolapse v slip or fall out of place, as of body parts prolate adj having the polar diameter greater than the equatorial diameter oblate prolate adj rounded like an egg elliptical,oval,ovate,ovoid prole n a member of the working class (not necessarily employed) proletarian,worker proletarian n a member of the working class (not necessarily employed) prole,worker proletarian adj belonging to or characteristic of the proletariat proletariat n a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages labor,labour proliferate v grow rapidly proliferate v cause to grow or increase rapidly proliferation n growth by the rapid multiplication of parts proliferation n a rapid increase in number (especially a rapid increase in the number of deadly weapons) prolific adj intellectually productive fecund,fertile prolific adj bearing in abundance especially offspring fertile proline n an amino acid that is found in many proteins (especially collagen) prologue n an introduction to a play prolong v lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer protract,extend prolong v lengthen or extend in duration or space sustain prolonged adj relatively long in duration; tediously protracted extended,lengthy,protracted prolonged adj drawn out or made longer spatially elongated,extended,lengthened prom n a formal ball held for a school class toward the end of the academic year promenade promenade n a formal ball held for a school class toward the end of the academic year prom promenade n a public area set aside as a pedestrian walk mall promenade n a square dance figure; couples march counterclockwise in a circle promenade n a march of all the guests at the opening of a formal dance promenade v march in a procession parade,troop promenade v take a leisurely walk prometheus n (Greek mythology) the Titan who stole fire from Olympus and gave it to mankind; Zeus punished him by chaining him to a rock where an eagle g promethium n a soft silvery metallic element of the rare earth group having no stable isotope; was discovered in radioactive form as a fission product of pm prominence n the state of being prominent: widely known or eminent obscurity prominence n relative importance prominence n something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings bulge,bump,hump,swelling,jut,protuberance,protrusion,extrusion prominent adj having a quality that thrusts itself into attention outstanding,salient,spectacular,striking prominent adj conspicuous in position or importance big,large prominently adv in a prominent way conspicuously promiscuity n indulging in promiscuous (casual and indiscriminate) sexual relations promiscuous adj not selective of a single class or person promiscuous adj casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior easy,light,loose,sluttish,wanton promise n a verbal commitment by one person to another agreeing to do (or not to do) something in the future promise n grounds for feeling hopeful about the future hope promise v make a promise or commitment assure promise v promise to undertake or give promise v make a prediction about; tell in advance predict,foretell,prognosticate,call,forebode,anticipate promise v give grounds for expectations promising adj showing possibility of achievement or excellence promising adj likely to turn out well in the future bright,hopeful promissory adj relating to or having the character of a promise promo n a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution promotion,publicity,packaging promote v contribute to the progress or growth of advance,boost,further,encourage promote v give a promotion to or assign to a higher position upgrade,advance,raise,elevate demote promote v make publicity for; try to sell (a product) advertise,push promote v be changed for a superior chess or checker piece promoter n someone who is an active supporter and advocate booster promoter n a sponsor who books and stages public entertainments showman,impresario promotion n a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution promo,publicity,packaging promotion n act of raising in rank or position demotion promotion n encouragement of the progress or growth or acceptance of something furtherance,advancement promotion n the advancement of some enterprise forwarding,furtherance promotional adj of or relating to serving as publicity promotional adj of or relating to advancement prompt n a cue given to a performer (usually the beginning of the next line to be spoken) prompting prompt n (computer science) a symbol that appears on the computer screen to indicate that the computer is ready to receive a command prompt v give an incentive for action motivate,propel,move,incite prompt v serve as the inciting cause of inspire,instigate prompt v assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned remind,cue prompt adj according to schedule or without delay; on time prompt adj ready and willing or quick to act prompt adj performed with little or no delay immediate,quick,straightaway prompting n persuasion formulated as a suggestion suggestion prompting n a cue given to a performer (usually the beginning of the next line to be spoken) prompt promptly adv with little or no delay quickly,quick promptly adv in a punctual manner readily,pronto promptly adv at once (usually modifies an undesirable occurrence) promptness n the characteristic of doing things without delay promptness n the quality or habit of adhering to an appointed time punctuality promulgate v state or announce proclaim,exclaim promulgate v put a law into effect by formal declaration promulgated adj formally made public published pronate v turn the forearm or the hand so that the palm is directed downwards prone adj having a tendency (to); often used in combination prone adj lying face downward prostrate prong n a pointed projection pronged adj having prongs or tines; usually used in combination pronged adj resembling a fork; divided or separated into two branches bifurcate,branched,forked pronghorn n fleet antelope-like ruminant of western North American plains with small branched horns pronominal n a phrase that functions as a pronoun pronominal adj relating to pronouns pronoun n a function word that is used in place of a noun or noun phrase pronounce v speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way articulate,enunciate,say pronounce v pronounce judgment on label,judge pronounced adj strongly marked; easily noticeable marked pronouncement n an authoritative declaration dictum pronto adv in a punctual manner promptly,readily pronunciation n the manner in which someone utters a word pronunciation n the way a word or a language is customarily spoken proof n any factual evidence that helps to establish the truth of something proof n a formal series of statements showing that if one thing is true something else necessarily follows from it proof n a measure of alcoholic strength expressed as an integer twice the percentage of alcohol present (by volume) proof n (printing) an impression made to check for errors proof v make or take a proof of, such as a photographic negative, an etching, or typeset proof v knead to reach proper lightness proof v read for errors proofread proof v activate by mixing with water and sometimes sugar or milk proof adj (used in combination or as a suffix) able to withstand proofed adj treated so as to become resistant proofread v read for errors proof prop n a support placed beneath or against something to keep it from shaking or falling prop n any movable articles or objects used on the set of a play or movie property prop n a propeller that rotates to push against air prop v support by placing against something solid or rigid shore propaganda n information that is spread for the purpose of promoting some cause propagandist n a person who disseminates messages calculated to assist some cause or some government propagandist adj of or relating to or characterized by propaganda propagandistic propagandistic adj of or relating to or characterized by propaganda propagandist propagandize v subject to propaganda propagandize v spread by propaganda propagate v transmit from one generation to the next propagate v travel through the air propagate v transmit propagate v become distributed or widespread spread propagation n the spreading of something (a belief or practice) into new regions extension propagation n the act of producing offspring or multiplying by such production generation,multiplication propagation n the movement of a wave through a medium propane n colorless gas found in natural gas and petroleum; used as a fuel propel v cause to move forward with force impel propel v give an incentive for action motivate,move,prompt,incite propellant n any substance that propels propellant adj tending to or capable of propelling propeller n a mechanical device that rotates to push against air or water propensity n an inclination to do something leaning,tendency propensity n a natural inclination proclivity,leaning propensity n a disposition to behave in a certain way aptness proper adj marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness improper proper adj having all the qualities typical of the thing specified proper adj limited to the thing specified proper adj appropriate for a condition or purpose or occasion or a person's character, needs right properly adv in the right manner; correctly; suitably decently,decent,right improperly properly adv indicating exactness or preciseness precisely,exactly,just properly adv in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances appropriately,suitably,fittingly,duly properness n correct or appropriate behavior propriety property n something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone belongings,holding property n a basic or essential attribute shared by all members of a class property n any area set aside for a particular purpose place property n a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished attribute,dimension prophecy n knowledge of the future (usually said to be obtained from a divine source) prognostication prophecy n a prediction uttered under divine inspiration divination prophesy v predict or reveal through, or as if through, divine inspiration prophesy v deliver a sermon preach prophet n an authoritative person who divines the future oracle,seer prophet n someone who speaks by divine inspiration; someone who is an interpreter of the will of God prophetess n a woman prophet prophetic adj foretelling events as if by supernatural intervention prophets n the second of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures prophylactic n remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease preventive,preventative prophylactic n contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse condom,rubber,safety,safe prophylactic adj capable of preventing conception or impregnation contraceptive prophylactic adj warding off cautionary prophylactic adj preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease preventive,preventative propitious adj presenting favorable circumstances; likely to result in or show signs of success proponent n a person who pleads for a cause or propounds an idea advocate,exponent proportion n the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole proportion n magnitude or extent dimension proportion n balance among the parts of something symmetry proportion n the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree ratio proportion v give pleasant proportions to proportion v adjust in size relative to other things proportional n one of the quantities in a mathematical proportion proportional adj properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to' relative proportional adj having a constant ratio proportionality n a ratio of two quantities that is constant proportionality n harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design) proportion,balance proportionally adv to a proportionate degree proportionately proportionate adj being in due proportion disproportionate proportionate adj agreeing in amount, magnitude, or degree proportionate adj exhibiting equivalence or correspondence among constituents of an entity or between different entities harmonious,symmetrical proportionately adv to a proportionate degree proportionally disproportionately proportionately adv in proportion disproportionately proportionately adv in proportion proposal n something proposed (such as a plan or assumption) proposal n an offer of marriage proposal n the act of making a proposal proposition propose v make a proposal, declare a plan for something suggest,advise propose v present for consideration, examination, criticism, etc. project propose v propose or intend aim,purpose,purport propose v put forward; nominate for appointment to an office or for an honor or position nominate proposition n (logic) a statement that affirms or denies something and is either true or false proposition n a proposal offered for acceptance or rejection suggestion,proffer proposition n an offer for a private bargain (especially a request for sexual favors) proposition n the act of making a proposal proposal proposition v suggest sex to propositus n the person immediately affected by or concerned with an action propound v put forward, as of an idea proprietary n an unincorporated business owned by a single person who is responsible for its liabilities and entitled to its profits proprietorship proprietary adj protected by trademark or patent or copyright; made or produced or distributed by one having exclusive rights proprietor n (law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business owner proprietorship n an unincorporated business owned by a single person who is responsible for its liabilities and entitled to its profits proprietary propriety n correct or appropriate behavior properness impropriety props n proper respect propulsion n a propelling force propulsion n the act of propelling propyl n the monovalent organic group C3H7- obtained from propane propylene n a flammable gas obtained by cracking petroleum; used in organic synthesis prorate v make a proportional settlement or distribution prorate v divide or assess proportionally proration n the proportional limitation of production or distribution of something (e.g. crude oil or natural gas) to some fractional part of the total prorogue v hold back to a later time postpone,table,shelve,defer,remit prorogue v adjourn by royal prerogative; without dissolving the legislative body prosaic adj not fanciful or imaginative prosaic adj lacking wit or imagination pedestrian,earthbound prosaic adj not challenging; dull and lacking excitement commonplace,humdrum,unglamorous prosciutto n Italian salt-cured ham usually sliced paper thin proscribe v command against forbid,prohibit,interdict,veto,disallow,nix proscribed adj excluded from use or mention forbidden,out,prohibited,taboo proscription n a decree that prohibits something prohibition,ban proscription n rejection by means of an act of banishing or proscribing someone banishment prose n ordinary writing as distinguished from verse prose n matter of fact, commonplace, or dull expression prosecute v conduct a prosecution in a court of law prosecute v bring a criminal action against (in a trial) defend prosecute v carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in engage,pursue prosecution n the institution and conduct of legal proceedings against a defendant for criminal behavior defense prosecution n the lawyers acting for the state to put the case against the defendant defense prosecution n the continuance of something begun with a view to its completion pursuance prosecutor n a government official who conducts criminal prosecutions on behalf of the state proselytize v convert to another faith or religion prosody n the patterns of stress and intonation in a language inflection prosody n (prosody) a system of versification prosody n the study of poetic meter and the art of versification metrics prospect n the possibility of future success chance prospect n belief about (or mental picture of) the future expectation,outlook prospect n someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.) candidate prospect n the visual percept of a region view,aspect,scene,vista,panorama prospect v search for something desirable prospect v explore for useful or valuable things or substances, such as minerals prospective adj of or concerned with or related to the future retrospective prospector n someone who explores an area for mineral deposits prospectus n a formal written offer to sell securities (filed with the SEC) that sets forth a plan for a (proposed) business enterprise prospectus n a catalog listing the courses offered by a college or university prosper v make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance thrive,flourish prospering adj very lively and profitable booming,flourishing,prosperous,roaring,thriving prosperity n an economic state of growth with rising profits and full employment prosperity n the condition of prospering; having good fortune prosperous adj in fortunate circumstances financially; moderately rich comfortable,easy prosperous adj very lively and profitable booming,flourishing,prospering,roaring,thriving prosperous adj marked by peace and prosperity golden,halcyon prosperous adj presaging or likely to bring good luck or a good outcome golden,favorable,favourable,lucky prospicience n seeing ahead; knowing in advance; foreseeing foresight,farsightedness prostate n a firm partly muscular chestnut sized gland in males at the neck of the urethra; produces a viscid secretion that is the fluid part of semen prostate adj relating to the prostate gland prostatic prostatectomy n surgical removal of part or all of the prostate gland prostatic adj relating to the prostate gland prostate prosthesis n corrective consisting of a replacement for a part of the body prosthetic adj of or relating to prosthetics prosthetic adj relating to or serving as a prosthesis prosthetics n the branch of medicine dealing with the production and use of artificial body parts prostitute n a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money whore,harlot,bawd,tart,cyprian prostitute v sell one's body; exchange sex for money prostitution n offering sexual intercourse for pay whoredom prostrate v get into a prostrate position, as in submission prostrate v render helpless or defenseless prostrate v throw down flat, as on the ground prostrate adj stretched out and lying at full length along the ground flat prostrate adj lying face downward prone prostration n an abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion collapse prostration n abject submission; the emotional equivalent of prostrating your body prostration n the act of assuming a prostrate position protagonist n a person who backs a politician or a team etc. supporter,champion,admirer,booster,friend protagonist n the principal character in a work of fiction agonist protean adj taking on different forms protease n any enzyme that catalyzes the splitting of proteins into smaller peptide fractions and amino acids by a process known as proteolysis protect v shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage protect v use tariffs to favor domestic industry protected adj kept safe or defended from danger or injury or loss unprotected protected adj guarded from injury or destruction saved protecting adj shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort protection n the activity of protecting someone or something protection n a covering that is intend to protect from damage or injury protection n defense against financial failure; financial independence security protection n the condition of being protected shelter protectionism n the policy of imposing duties or quotas on imports in order to protect home industries from overseas competition protectionist n an advocate of protectionism protective adj intended or adapted to afford protection of some kind protective adj showing care protective adj (usually followed by `of') solicitously caring or mindful protectively adv in a protective manner protectiveness n a feeling of protective affection protectiveness n the quality of providing protection protector n a person who cares for persons or property defender,guardian,shielder protectorate n a state or territory partly controlled by (but not a possession of) a stronger state but autonomous in internal affairs; protectorates are e protege n a person who receives support and protection from an influential patron who furthers the protege's career protein n any of a large group of nitrogenous organic compounds that are essential constituents of living cells; consist of polymers of amino acids; e proteinaceous adj relating to or of the nature of protein protest n a formal and solemn declaration of objection protestation protest n the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent objection,dissent protest n the act of making a strong public expression of disagreement and disapproval protest v utter words of protest protest v express opposition through action or words resist,dissent protest v affirm or avow formally or solemnly protestant n an adherent of Protestantism protestant n the Protestant churches and denominations collectively protestant adj of or relating to Protestants or Protestantism protestant adj protesting protestantism n the theological system of any of the churches of western Christendom that separated from the Roman Catholic Church during the Reformation protestation n a formal and solemn declaration of objection protest protestation n a strong declaration of protest protester n a person who dissents from some established policy dissenter,dissident,objector,contestant protester n someone who participates in a public display of group feeling demonstrator proteus n (Greek mythology) a prophetic god who served Poseidon; was capable of changing his shape at will proteus n type genus of the Proteidae prothorax n the anterior part of an insect's thorax; bears the first pair of legs protium n genus of chiefly tropical American trees having fragrant wood and yielding gum elemi proto adj indicating the first or earliest or original protocol n (computer science) rules determining the format and transmission of data protocol n forms of ceremony and etiquette observed by diplomats and heads of state protocol n code of correct conduct protohistory n the study humans prior to the invention of writing proton n a stable particle with positive charge equal to the negative charge of an electron prototype n a standard or typical example paradigm,epitome,image prototypical adj representing or constituting an original type after which other similar things are patterned archetypal protozoa n in some classifications considered a superphylum or a subkingdom; comprises flagellates; ciliates; sporozoans; amoebas; foraminifers protozoan n any of diverse minute acellular or unicellular organisms usually nonphotosynthetic protozoan adj of or relating to the Protozoa protract v lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer prolong,extend protracted adj relatively long in duration; tediously protracted extended,lengthy,prolonged protractor n drafting instrument used to draw or measure angles protrude v extend out or project in space jut,project protrude v bulge outward start,pop,bulge protrude v swell or protrude outwards bulge,pouch protruding adj extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary jutting,projected,projecting,relieved,sticking protrusion n something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings bulge,bump,hump,swelling,jut,prominence,protuberance,extrusion protrusion n the act of projecting out from something projection,jut,jutting protuberance n something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings bulge,bump,hump,swelling,jut,prominence,protrusion,extrusion protuberance n the condition of being protuberant; the condition of bulging out proud adj feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride humble proud adj having or displaying great dignity or nobility gallant,lofty,majestic proudly adv with pride; in a proud manner proust n French novelist (1871-1922) proustian adj of or relating to or in the manner of Marcel Proust provable adj capable of being demonstrated or proved demonstrable prove v be shown or be found to be prove v establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment demonstrate,establish,show disprove prove v provide evidence for testify,evidence,show prove v prove formally; demonstrate by a mathematical, formal proof proved adj established beyond doubt proven unproved proven adj established beyond doubt proved provenance n where something originated or was nurtured in its early existence birthplace,cradle,provenience provence n a former province of southeastern France; now administered with Cote d'Azur provender n food for domestic livestock feed provender n a stock or supply of foods provisions,victuals provenience n where something originated or was nurtured in its early existence birthplace,cradle,provenance proverb n a condensed but memorable saying embodying some important fact of experience that is taken as true by many people adage,saw,byword proverbial adj of or relating to or resembling or expressed in a proverb proverbial adj widely known and spoken of proverbs n an Old Testament book consisting of proverbs from various Israeli sages (including Solomon) provide v give something useful or necessary to supply,render,furnish provide v give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance supply,ply,cater provide v determine (what is to happen in certain contingencies), especially by including a proviso condition or stipulation provide v mount or put up offer providence n the capital and largest city of Rhode Island; located in northeastern Rhode Island on Narragansett Bay; site of Brown University providence n the guardianship and control exercised by a deity providence n a manifestation of God's foresightful care for his creatures providence n the prudence and care exercised by someone in the management of resources provident adj providing carefully for the future improvident provident adj careful in regard to your own interests providential adj peculiarly fortunate or appropriate; as if by divine intervention miraculous providential adj relating to or characteristic of providence providential adj resulting from divine providence divine provider n someone whose business is to supply a particular service or commodity supplier provider n someone who provides the means for subsistence province n the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation state province n the proper sphere or extent of your activities responsibility provincial n (Roman Catholic Church) an official in charge of an ecclesiastical province acting under the superior general of a religious order provincial n a country person peasant,bucolic provincial adj of or associated with a province provincial adj characteristic of the provinces or their people cosmopolitan provincialism n a lack of sophistication provincialism n a partiality for some particular place provincially adv by the province; through the province provision n a stipulated condition proviso provision n the activity of supplying or providing something supply,supplying provision n the cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening planning,preparation provision n a store or supply of something (especially of food or clothing or arms) provision v supply with provisions purvey provisional adj under terms not final or fully worked out or agreed upon probationary,tentative provisionally adv temporarily and conditionally provisions n a stock or supply of foods provender,victuals proviso n a stipulated condition provision provo n a city in north central Utah settled by Mormons provocation n unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment aggravation,irritation provocation n something that incites or provokes; a means of arousing or stirring to action incitement provocation n needed encouragement incitement provocative adj serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate; stimulating discussion or exciting controversy provocative adj intentionally arousing sexual desire provocatively adv in a provocative manner provoke v call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) arouse,elicit,kindle,evoke,fire,raise provoke v evoke or provoke to appear or occur evoke provoke v provide the needed stimulus for stimulate provoke v annoy continually or chronically harass,hassle,harry,chevy,beset,plague,molest provoked adj incited, especially deliberately, to anger aggravated provoking adj causing or tending to cause anger or resentment agitating provost n a high-ranking university administrator prow n front part of a vessel or aircraft bow,fore,stem prowess n a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation art,artistry prowl n the act of prowling (walking about in a stealthy manner) prowl v move about in or as if in a predatory manner prowl v loiter about, with no apparent aim lurch prowler n someone who prowls or sneaks about; usually with unlawful intentions sneak,stalker prox adj in or of the next month after the present proximal adj situated nearest to point of attachment or origin distal proximate adj closest in degree or order (space or time) especially in a chain of causes and effects ultimate proximate adj very close in space or time proximity n the property of being close together proximity n the region close around a person or thing proximity n a Gestalt principle of organization holding that (other things being equal) objects or events that are near to one another (in space or time proxy n a person authorized to act for another placeholder,procurator proxy n a power of attorney document given by shareholders of a corporation authorizing a specific vote on their behalf at a corporate meeting prozac n a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade names Prozac or Sarafem); it is thought to work by prude n a person excessively concerned about propriety and decorum puritan prudence n discretion in practical affairs imprudence prudence n knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress discretion,circumspection prudent adj careful and sensible; marked by sound judgment imprudent prudential adj arising from or characterized by prudence especially in business matters prudently adv in a prudent manner imprudently prudery n excessive or affected modesty prudish adj exaggeratedly proper prim,prissy,puritanical,victorian prune n dried plum prune v cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of snip,clip,crop,trim,lop,dress prune v weed out unwanted or unnecessary things cut,rationalize,rationalise prunella n small genus of perennial mostly Eurasian having terminal spikes of small purplish or white flowers prunella n type genus of the Prunellidae pruner n a worker who thins out and trims trees and shrubs trimmer pruner n a long-handled pruning saw with a curved blade at the end and sometimes a clipper; used to prune small trees pruning n something that has been pruned off of a plant pruning n the act of trimming a plant prurient adj characterized by lust lubricious,lustful,salacious prussia n a former kingdom in north-central Europe including present-day northern Germany and northern Poland preussen prussian n a German inhabitant of Prussia prussian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Prussia or its inhabitants pry n a heavy iron lever with one end forged into a wedge crowbar pry v to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open prise,prize,lever,jimmy pry v be nosey pry v search or inquire in a meddlesome way intrude,nose,poke pry v make an uninvited or presumptuous inquiry prise prying n offensive inquisitiveness prying adj offensively curious or inquisitive nosy,nosey,snoopy psalm n one of the 150 lyrical poems and prayers that comprise the Book of Psalms in the Old Testament; said to have been written by David psalm n any sacred song used to praise the deity psalm v sing or celebrate in psalms psalms n an Old Testament book consisting of a collection of 150 Psalms psalter n a collection of Psalms for liturgical use pseud n a person who makes deceitful pretenses imposter,impostor,pretender,fake,faker,fraud,sham,pseudo pseudo n a person who makes deceitful pretenses imposter,impostor,pretender,fake,faker,fraud,sham,pseud pseudo adj (often used in combination) not genuine but having the appearance of pseudomonas n type genus of the family Pseudomonodaceae pseudonym n a fictitious name used when the person performs a particular social role pseudopod n temporary outgrowth used by some microorganisms as an organ of feeding or locomotion pseudopodium pseudopodium n temporary outgrowth used by some microorganisms as an organ of feeding or locomotion pseudopod pseudoscientific adj based on theories and methods erroneously regarded as scientific pseudoscorpion n small nonvenomous arachnid resembling a tailless scorpion psi n a unit of pressure psi n the 23rd letter of the Greek alphabet psoas n either of two muscles of the abdomen and pelvis that flex the trunk and rotate the thigh psoriasis n a chronic skin disease characterized by dry red patches covered with scales; occurs especially on the scalp and ears and genitalia and the s psyche n that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason mind,head,brain,nous psyche n the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life soul psyche n (Greek mythology) a beautiful princess loved by Cupid who visited her at night and told her she must not try to see him; became the personif psychedelic adj producing distorted sensory perceptions and feelings or altered states of awareness or sometimes states resembling psychosis psychedelic adj having the vivid colors and bizarre patterns associated with psychedelic states psychedelic adj (of a mental state) characterized by intense and distorted perceptions and hallucinations and feelings of euphoria or sometimes despair psychiatric adj relating to or used in or engaged in the practice of psychiatry psychiatrist n a physician who specializes in psychiatry shrink psychiatry n the branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders psychic n a person apparently sensitive to things beyond the natural range of perception psychic adj affecting or influenced by the human mind psychical psychic adj outside the sphere of physical science psychical psychical adj affecting or influenced by the human mind psychic psychical adj outside the sphere of physical science psychic psycho n a person afflicted with psychosis psychotic psychoactive adj affecting the mind or mood or other mental processes psychotropic psychoanalysis n a set of techniques for exploring underlying motives and a method of treating various mental disorders; based on the theories of Sigmund Fre analysis psychoanalyst n a licensed practitioner of psychoanalysis analyst psychoanalytic adj of or relating to or incorporating the methods and theory of psychiatric treatment originated by Sigmund Freud psychobabble n using language loaded with psychological terminology psychogenic adj of or relating to the psychological cause of a disorder psychogenic adj mental or emotional rather than physiological in origin psychokinesis n the power to move something by thinking about it without the application of physical force telekinesis psychological adj mental or emotional as opposed to physical in nature psychological adj of or relating to or determined by psychology psychologically adv with regard to psychology psychologically adv in terms of psychology psychologist n a scientist trained in psychology psychology n the science of mental life psychometric adj of or relating to psychometrics psychopath n someone with a sociopathic personality; a person with an antisocial personality disorder (`psychopath' was once widely used but has now been sociopath psychopathic adj suffering from an undiagnosed mental disorder psychopathological psychopathological adj suffering from an undiagnosed mental disorder psychopathic psychopathy n any disease of the mind; the psychological state of someone who has emotional or behavioral problems serious enough to require psychiatric i psychopomp n a conductor of souls to the afterworld psychosis n any severe mental disorder in which contact with reality is lost or highly distorted psychosomatic adj used of illness or symptoms resulting from neurosis psychotherapeutic adj of or relating to or practicing psychotherapy psychotherapeutic adj emotionally purging cathartic psychotherapist n a therapist who deals with mental and emotional disorders psychotherapy n the branch of psychiatry concerned with psychological methods psychotherapy n the treatment of mental or emotional problems by psychological means psychotic n a person afflicted with psychosis psycho psychotic adj characteristic of or suffering from psychosis psychotropic adj affecting the mind or mood or other mental processes psychoactive psyllium n plantain of Mediterranean regions whose seeds swell and become gelatinous when moist and are used as a mild laxative ptah n a major Egyptian god; shaper of the world; father of gods and men; worshipped especially at Memphis pterodactyl n extinct flying reptile ptolemaic adj of or relating to the astronomer Ptolemy ptolemaic adj of or relating to the geocentric Ptolemaic system ptolemy n Alexandrian astronomer (of the 2nd century) who proposed a geocentric system of astronomy that was undisputed until the late Renaissance ptolemy n an ancient dynasty of Macedonian kings who ruled Egypt from 323 BC to 30 BC; founded by Ptolemy I and ended with Cleopatra ptomaine n any of various amines (such as putrescine or cadaverine) formed by the action of putrefactive bacteria ptomaine n a term for food poisoning that is no longer in scientific use; food poisoning was once thought to be caused by ingesting ptomaines ptsd n an anxiety disorder associated with serious traumatic events and characterized by such symptoms as survivor guilt, reliving the trauma in dr pu n a solid silvery grey radioactive transuranic element whose atoms can be split when bombarded with neutrons; found in minute quantities in ur plutonium pub n tavern consisting of a building with a bar and public rooms; often provides light meals saloon puberty n the time of life when sex glands become functional pubes n the lower part of the abdomen just above the external genital organs loins pubic adj relating or near the pubis public n people in general considered as a whole populace,world public n a body of people sharing some common interest public adj not private; open to or concerning the people as a whole private public adj affecting the people or community as a whole publican n the keeper of a public house publication n a copy of a printed work offered for distribution publication n the act of issuing printed materials issue publication n the communication of something to the public; making information generally known publication n the business of issuing printed matter for sale or distribution publishing publicise v call attention to advertise,publicize publicise v make public publicize,air,bare publicist n someone who publicizes publicity n a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution promotion,promo,packaging publicity n the quality of being open to public view publicize v make public publicise,air,bare publicize v call attention to advertise,publicise publicized adj made known; especially made widely known suppressed publicizing n the business of drawing public attention to goods and services advertising publicly adv in a manner accessible to or observable by the public; openly privately publicly adv by the public or the people generally privately publish v put into print print publish v prepare and issue for public distribution or sale issue,release publish v have (one's work) issued for publication published adj prepared and printed for distribution and sale unpublished published adj formally made public promulgated publisher n a firm in the publishing business publisher n a person engaged in publishing periodicals or books or music publisher n the proprietor of a newspaper publishing n the business of issuing printed matter for sale or distribution publication puccini n Italian operatic composer noted for the dramatic realism of his operas (1858-1924) puccoon n perennial plant of eastern North America having hairy foliage yielding a red or yellow pigment puccoon n perennial woodland native of North America having a red root and red sap and bearing a solitary lobed leaf and white flower in early spring puce n a color varying from dark purplish brown to dark red puck n a mischievous sprite of English folklore puck n a vulcanized rubber disk 3 inches in diameter that is used instead of a ball in ice hockey pucker n an irregular fold in an otherwise even surface (as in cloth) ruck pucker v to gather something into small wrinkles or folds rumple,cockle,crumple,knit pucker v draw together into folds or puckers gather,tuck pucker v become wrinkled or drawn together ruck puckish adj naughtily or annoyingly playful arch,impish,implike,mischievous,wicked pud n (British) the dessert course of a meal (`pud' is used informally) pudding pudding n any of various soft thick unsweetened baked dishes pudding n (British) the dessert course of a meal (`pud' is used informally) pud pudding n any of various soft sweet desserts thickened usually with flour and baked or boiled or steamed puddle n a mixture of wet clay and sand that can be used to line a pond and that is impervious to water when dry puddle n a small body of standing water (rainwater) or other liquid pool puddle n something resembling a pool of liquid pool puddle v wade or dabble in a puddle puddle v subject to puddling or form by puddling puddle v dip into mud before planting puddle v work a wet mixture, such as concrete or mud pudge n a short fat person pudgy adj short and plump dumpy,tubby pueblo n a member of any of about two dozen Native American peoples called `Pueblos' by the Spanish because they live in pueblos (villages built of a pueblo n a city in Colorado to the south of Colorado Springs pueblo n a communal village built by Indians in the southwestern United States puerile adj of or characteristic of a child puerile adj displaying or suggesting a lack of maturity adolescent,jejune,juvenile puff n a short light gust of air whiff puff n a light inflated pastry or puff shell puff n exaggerated praise (as for promotional purposes) puff n bedding made of two layers of cloth filled with stuffing and stitched together quilt,comforter,comfort puff v smoke and exhale strongly whiff puff v suck in or take (air) drag,draw puff v breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted pant,gasp,heave puff v make proud or conceited puff adj gathered for protruding fullness puffed puffed adj gathered for protruding fullness puff puffer n delicacy that is highly dangerous because of a potent nerve poison in ovaries and liver blowfish,pufferfish puffer n any of numerous marine fishes whose elongated spiny body can inflate itself with water or air to form a globe; several species contain a pot pufferfish,blowfish pufferfish n delicacy that is highly dangerous because of a potent nerve poison in ovaries and liver blowfish,puffer pufferfish n any of numerous marine fishes whose elongated spiny body can inflate itself with water or air to form a globe; several species contain a pot puffer,blowfish puffery n a flattering commendation (especially when used for promotional purposes) puffin n any of two genera of northern seabirds having short necks and brightly colored compressed bills puffing n blowing tobacco smoke out into the air puffing n an act of forcible exhalation huffing,snorting puffy adj being puffed out; used of hair style or clothing puffy adj abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas tumescent,turgid puffy adj blowing in puffs or short intermittent blasts gusty pug n small compact smooth-coated breed of Asiatic origin having a tightly curled tail and broad flat wrinkled muzzle pugilism n fighting with the fists boxing,fisticuffs pugilist n someone who fights with his fists for sport boxer pugilistic adj of or relating to pugilism or pugilists pugnacious adj tough and callous by virtue of experience pugnacious adj ready and able to resort to force or violence rough puissant adj powerful puka n South American shrub or small tree having long shining evergreen leaves and panicles of green or yellow flowers puka n small roundheaded New Zealand tree having large resinous leaves and panicles of green-white flowers puke n a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible rotter,rat,skunk,stinker,bum,crumb,lowlife,git puke n the matter ejected in vomiting vomit,barf puke v eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth vomit,purge,cast,sick,cat,disgorge,retch,barf puking n the reflex act of ejecting the contents of the stomach through the mouth vomit,vomiting,disgorgement pukka adj absolutely first class and genuine pule v cry weakly or softly wail,whimper pulitzer n United States newspaper publisher (born in Hungary) who established the Pulitzer prizes (1847-1911) pull n the act of pulling; applying force to move something toward or with you pulling pull n the force used in pulling pull n special advantage or influence clout pull n a device used for pulling something pull v cause to move by pulling draw push pull v direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes attract,draw pull v move into a certain direction pull v apply force so as to cause motion towards the source of the motion pullback n a device (as a decorative loop of cord or fabric) for holding or drawing something back pullback n (military) the act of pulling back (especially an orderly withdrawal of troops) puller n someone who applies force so as to cause motion toward herself or himself puller n someone who pulls or tugs or drags in an effort to move something dragger pulley n a simple machine consisting of a wheel with a groove in which a rope can run to change the direction or point of application of a force appl block pulling n the act of pulling; applying force to move something toward or with you pull pullman n luxurious passenger car; for day or night travel pullover n a sweater that is put on by pulling it over the head pulmonary adj relating to or affecting the lungs pneumonic pulp n any soft or soggy mass mush pulp n a soft moist part of a fruit flesh pulp n a mixture of cellulose fibers pulp n an inexpensive magazine printed on poor quality paper pulp v remove the pulp from, as from a fruit pulp v reduce to pulp pulpit n a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it dais,podium,rostrum,stump,soapbox pulpwood n softwood used to make paper pulsar n a degenerate neutron star; small and extremely dense; rotates very fast and emits regular pulses of polarized radiation pulsation n (electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients) pulsing,pulse,impulse pulsation n a periodically recurring phenomenon that alternately increases and decreases some quantity pulsation n the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart pulse,heartbeat,beat pulse n (electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients) pulsation,pulsing,impulse pulse n the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart pulsation,heartbeat,beat pulse n the rate at which the heart beats; usually measured to obtain a quick evaluation of a person's health pulse n edible seeds of various pod-bearing plants (peas or beans or lentils etc.) pulse v expand and contract rhythmically; beat rhythmically throb pulse v produce or modulate (as electromagnetic waves) in the form of short bursts or pulses or cause an apparatus to produce pulses pulse v drive by or as if by pulsation pulsing n (electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients) pulsation,pulse,impulse pulverize v make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust powder pulverize v destroy completely demolish pulverize v become powder or dust pulverized adj consisting of fine particles powdered,powdery puma n large American feline resembling a lion cougar,catamount,painter,panther pumice n a light glass formed on the surface of some lavas; used as an abrasive pumice v rub with pumice, in order to clean or to smoothen pummel v strike, usually with the fist pommel,biff pump n a mechanical device that moves fluid or gas by pressure or suction pump n the hollow muscular organ located behind the sternum and between the lungs; its rhythmic contractions move the blood through the body heart,ticker pump n a low-cut shoe without fastenings pump v operate like a pump; move up and down, like a handle or a pedal pump v deliver forth pump v draw or pour with a pump pump v supply in great quantities pumped adj tense with excitement and enthusiasm as from a rush of adrenaline wired pumpernickel n bread made of coarse rye flour pumpkin n a coarse vine widely cultivated for its large pulpy round orange fruit with firm orange skin and numerous seeds; subspecies of Cucurbita pep pumpkin n usually large pulpy deep-yellow round fruit of the squash family maturing in late summer or early autumn pun n a humorous play on words punning pun v make a play on words punch n (boxing) a blow with the fist clout,poke,lick,biff,slug punch n an iced mixed drink usually containing alcohol and prepared for multiple servings; normally served in a punch bowl punch n a tool for making holes or indentations puncher punch v deliver a quick blow to plug punch v drive forcibly as if by a punch punch v make a hole into or between, as for ease of separation perforate puncher n a hired hand who tends cattle and performs other duties on horseback cowboy,cowman,cowhand,cowherd puncher n someone who delivers punches puncher n a tool for making holes or indentations punch punctilious adj marked by precise accordance with details meticulous punctual adj acting or arriving or performed exactly at the time appointed punctuality n the quality or habit of adhering to an appointed time promptness tardiness punctuate v insert punctuation marks into mark punctuate v to stress, single out as important stress,emphasize,accent,accentuate punctuate v interrupt periodically punctuation n something that makes repeated and regular interruptions or divisions punctuation n the marks used to clarify meaning by indicating separation of words into sentences and clauses and phrases punctuation n the use of certain marks to clarify meaning of written material by grouping words grammatically into sentences and clauses and phrases puncture n loss of air pressure in a tire when a hole is made by some sharp object puncture n a small hole made by a sharp object puncture n the act of puncturing or perforating puncture v pierce with a pointed object; make a hole into puncture v make by piercing puncture v reduce or lessen the size or importance of deflate puncture v cause to lose air pressure or collapse by piercing punctured adj having a hole cut through pierced,perforated,perforate pundit n someone who has been admitted to membership in a scholarly field initiate,savant pung n a one-horse sleigh consisting of a box on runners pungent adj strong and sharp acrid pungent adj capable of wounding barbed,biting,nipping pungently adv with pungency; in a pungent manner pungently adv with a pungent taste or smell punic n the Phoenician dialect of ancient Carthage punic adj of or relating to or characteristic of ancient Carthage or its people or their language carthaginian punic adj tending to betray; especially having a treacherous character as attributed to the Carthaginians by the Romans treacherous punish v impose a penalty on; inflict punishment on penalize punishable adj liable to or deserving punishment punishable adj (of an act or offense) subject to punishment by law penal punished adj subjected to a penalty (as pain or shame or restraint or loss) for an offense or fault or in order to coerce some behavior (as a confession unpunished punishing adj resulting in punishment punishing adj characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort arduous,backbreaking,grueling,gruelling,hard,heavy,laborious punishment n the act of punishing penalty punitive adj inflicting punishment rehabilitative punjab n a historical region on northwestern India and northern Pakistan punjabi n a member of the people of Pakistan and Punjab punjabi n the Indic language spoken by people in Pakistan and Punjab punk n an aggressive and violent young criminal hood,hoodlum,goon,thug,tough punk n substance that smolders when ignited; used to light fuses (especially fireworks) punk n material for starting a fire kindling,tinder,touchwood,spunk punk n a teenager or young adult who is a performer (or enthusiast) of punk rock and a member of the punk youth subculture punk adj of very poor quality; flimsy bum,cheap,cheesy,crummy,sleazy,tinny punkah n a large fan consisting of a frame covered with canvas that is suspended from the ceiling; used in India for circulating air in a room punks n a youth subculture closely associated with punk rock music in the late 1970s; in part a reaction to the hippy subculture; dress was optional punky n minute two-winged insect that sucks the blood of mammals and birds and other insects punnet n a small light basket used as a measure for fruits punning n a humorous play on words pun punt n formerly the basic unit of money in Ireland; equal to 100 pence pound punt n an open flat-bottomed boat used in shallow waters and propelled by a long pole punt n (football) a kick in which the football is dropped from the hands and kicked before it touches the ground punting punt v kick the ball punt v propel with a pole pole punt v place a bet on back,gage,stake,game punter n someone who propels a boat with a pole punter n (football) a person who kicks the football by dropping it from the hands and contacting it with the foot before it hits the ground punter n someone who bets bettor,better punting n (football) a kick in which the football is dropped from the hands and kicked before it touches the ground punt puny adj inferior in strength or significance puny adj (used especially of persons) of inferior size pup n young of any of various canines such as a dog or wolf whelp pup n an inexperienced young person puppy pup v give birth to (a puppy) whelp pupa n an insect in the inactive stage of development (when it is not feeding) intermediate between larva and adult pupal adj of the insects in the chrysalis (cocoon) or post larval stage pupil n a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution student pupil n the contractile aperture in the center of the iris of the eye; resembles a large black dot pupil n a young person attending school (up through senior high school) puppet n a small figure of a person operated from above with strings by a puppeteer marionette puppet n a person who is controlled by others and is used to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks for someone else creature,tool puppet n a doll with a hollow head of a person or animal and a cloth body; intended to fit over the hand and be manipulated with the fingers puppeteer n one who operates puppets or marionettes puppetry n the art of making puppets and presenting puppet shows puppetry n a stilted dramatic performance (as if by puppets) puppy n a young dog puppy n an inexperienced young person pup purcell n English organist at Westminster Abbey and composer of many theatrical pieces (1659-1695) purchase n the acquisition of something for payment purchase n something acquired by purchase purchase n a means of exerting influence or gaining advantage purchase n the mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever leverage purchase v obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction buy purchaser n a person who buys buyer,emptor,vendee purchasing n the act of buying buying purdah n a state of social isolation solitude purdah n the traditional Hindu or Muslim system of keeping women secluded purdah n a screen used in India to separate women from men or strangers pure adj free of extraneous elements of any kind impure pure adj without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers arrant,complete,consummate,everlasting,gross,perfect,stark,staring pure adj (of color) being chromatically pure; not diluted with white or grey or black saturated pure adj free from discordant qualities purebred n a pedigreed animal of unmixed lineage; used especially of horses thoroughbred purebred adj bred for many generations from member of a recognized breed or strain puree n food prepared by cooking and straining or processed in a blender puree v rub through a strainer or process in an electric blender strain purely adv restricted to something strictly purgatory n a temporary condition of torment or suffering purgatory n (theology) in Roman Catholic theology the place where those who have died in a state of grace undergo limited torment to expiate their sins purge n the act of clearing yourself (or another) from some stigma or charge purging purge n an act of removing by cleansing; ridding of sediment or other undesired elements purging purge n an abrupt or sudden removal of a person or group from an organization or place purge v oust politically rehabilitate purge v clear of a charge purge v make pure or free from sin or guilt purify,sanctify purge v rid of impurities purging n an act of removing by cleansing; ridding of sediment or other undesired elements purge purging n the act of clearing yourself (or another) from some stigma or charge purge purging adj serving to purge or rid of sin purifying purification n the act of cleaning by getting rid of impurities purification n the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.) refining,refinement purification n a ceremonial cleansing from defilement or uncleanness by the performance of appropriate rites purification n the act of purging of sin or guilt; moral or spiritual cleansing purifier n an apparatus for removing impurities purify v remove impurities from, increase the concentration of, and separate through the process of distillation distill purify v make pure or free from sin or guilt purge,sanctify purify v become clean or pure or free of guilt and sin purifying adj serving to purge or rid of sin purging purifying adj freeing from noxious matter purifying adj acting like an antiseptic cleansing purim n (Judaism) a Jewish holy day commemorating their deliverance from massacre by Haman purist n someone who insists on great precision and correctness (especially in the use of words) puritan n a member of a group of English Protestants who in the 16th and 17th centuries thought that the Protestant Reformation under Elizabeth was in puritan n someone who adheres to strict religious principles; someone opposed to sensual pleasures puritan n a person excessively concerned about propriety and decorum prude puritanical adj of or relating to Puritans or Puritanism puritanical adj exaggeratedly proper prim,prissy,prudish,victorian puritanical adj morally rigorous and strict blue puritanism n the beliefs and practices characteristic of Puritans (most of whom were Calvinists who wished to purify the Church of England of its Catholi puritanism n strictness and austerity in conduct and religion purity n being undiluted or unmixed with extraneous material impurity purity n the state of being unsullied by sin or moral wrong; lacking a knowledge of evil innocence,whiteness purity n a woman's virtue or chastity honor,honour purl n gold or silver wire thread purl n a basic knitting stitch made by putting the needle through the front of the stich from the righthand side purl v flow in a circular current, of liquids eddy,whirlpool,swirl,whirl purl v make a murmuring sound sough purl v knit with a purl stitch purl v edge or border with gold or silver embroidery purloin v make off with belongings of others pilfer,cabbage,pinch,abstract,snarf,swipe,hook,sneak purple n a purple color or pigment purple n (in ancient Rome) position of imperial status purple n (Roman Catholic Church) official dress of a cardinal; so named after the Tyrial purple color of the robes purple v become purple purple v color purple purple adj of a color intermediate between red and blue violet,purplish purple adj excessively elaborate or showily expressed purple adj belonging to or befitting a supreme ruler imperial,majestic,regal,royal purplish adj of a color intermediate between red and blue purple,violet purport n the intended meaning of a communication intent,spirit purport n the pervading meaning or tenor drift purport v have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming purport v propose or intend aim,purpose,propose purpose n an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions intent,intention,aim,design purpose n what something is used for function,role,use purpose n the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose determination purpose v propose or intend aim,purport,propose purpose v reach a decision resolve purposeful adj serving as or indicating the existence of a purpose or goal purposeless purposeful adj having meaning through having an aim purposefully adv in a purposeful manner purposeless adj not evidencing any purpose or goal purposeful purposeless adj serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being otiose,pointless,senseless,superfluous,wasted purposely adv with intention; in an intentional manner intentionally,deliberately,advisedly purposive adj having or showing or acting with a purpose or design purposive adj having a purpose purr n a low vibrating sound typical of a contented cat purr v make a soft swishing sound whiz,whirr,whir,birr purr v indicate pleasure by purring; characteristic of cats purse n a container used for carrying money and small personal items or accessories (especially by women) bag,handbag,pocketbook purse n a sum of money spoken of as the contents of a money purse purse n a small bag for carrying money purse n a sum of money offered as a prize purse v contract one's lips into a rounded shape purse v gather or contract into wrinkles or folds; pucker wrinkle purser n an officer aboard a ship who keeps accounts and attends to the passengers' welfare purslane n a plant of the family Portulacaceae having fleshy succulent obovate leaves often grown as a potherb or salad herb; a weed in some areas pursual n the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture pursuit,chase,following pursuance n a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria pursuit,quest pursuance n the continuance of something begun with a view to its completion prosecution pursuant adj (followed by `to') in conformance to or agreement with pursue v carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in prosecute,engage pursue v follow in or as if in pursuit follow pursue v go in search of or hunt for pursue v carry further or advance pursued n a person who is being chased chased pursued adj followed with enmity as if to harm pursuer n a person who is pursuing and trying to overtake or capture chaser pursuer n a person who pursues some plan or goal pursuing adj following in order to overtake or capture or as accompaniment to such pursuit pursuit n the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture chase,pursual,following pursuit n a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria pursuance,quest pursuit n an auxiliary activity avocation,hobby,sideline pursuit n a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly) pastime,interest purulent adj containing pus pussy purvey v supply with provisions provision purveyor n someone who supplies provisions (especially food) purview n the range of interest or activity that can be anticipated horizon,view pus n the tenth month of the Hindu calendar pus n a fluid product of inflammation ichor,festering pusan n a city in southeastern South Korea on the Korean Strait; the chief port and second largest city push n the act of applying force in order to move something away pushing push n the force used in pushing thrust push n enterprising or ambitious drive energy push n an electrical switch operated by pressing button push v move with force force pull push v press, drive, or impel (someone) to action or completion of an action push v make publicity for; try to sell (a product) advertise,promote push v strive and make an effort to reach a goal tug,labor,labour,drive pushcart n wheeled vehicle that can be pushed by a person; may have one or two or four wheels cart pushchair n a small vehicle with four wheels in which a baby or child is pushed around carriage,stroller,pusher pusher n one who intrudes or pushes himself forward thruster pusher n an unlicensed dealer in illegal drugs peddler pusher n someone who pushes shover pusher n a sandal attached to the foot by a thong over the toes pushing n the act of applying force in order to move something away push pushkin n Russian poet (1799-1837) pushover n someone who is easily taken advantage of pushover n any undertaking that is easy to do cinch,breeze,picnic,snap pushpin n a tack for attaching papers to a bulletin board or drawing board thumbtack pushy adj marked by aggressive ambition and energy and initiative pusillanimous adj lacking in courage and manly strength and resolution; contemptibly fearful puss n obscene terms for female genitals cunt,pussy,slit,snatch,twat puss n informal terms referring to a domestic cat kitty,pussy,pussycat pussy n obscene terms for female genitals cunt,puss,slit,snatch,twat pussy n informal terms referring to a domestic cat kitty,puss,pussycat pussy adj containing pus purulent pussycat n a person who is regarded as easygoing and agreeable pussycat n informal terms referring to a domestic cat kitty,puss,pussy pussyfoot v to go stealthily or furtively sneak,mouse,creep pustule n a small inflamed elevation of skin containing pus; a blister filled with pus put n the option to sell a given stock (or stock index or commodity future) at a given price before a given date put v put into a certain place or abstract location set,place,pose,position,lay put v cause to be in a certain state; cause to be in a certain relation put v formulate in a particular style or language frame,redact,cast,couch put v attribute or give assign putative adj purported; commonly put forth or accepted as true on inconclusive grounds putin n Russian statesman chosen as president of the Russian Federation in 2000; formerly director of the Federal Security Bureau (born in 1952) putrid adj of or relating to or attended by putrefaction putrid adj in an advanced state of decomposition and having a foul odor putrid adj morally corrupt or evil putt n hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter putting putt v strike (a golf ball) lightly, with a putter putt v hit a putt putter n a golfer who is putting putter n the iron normally used on the putting green putter v work lightly potter putter v do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly potter,tinker,monkey putter v move around aimlessly potter putterer n a person who putters about putting n hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter putt putty n a dough-like mixture of whiting and boiled linseed oil; used especially to patch woodwork or secure panes of glass putty v apply putty in order to fix or fill putz n (Yiddish) a fool; an idiot putz n obscene terms for penis cock,prick,dick,shaft,pecker,tool puzzle n a particularly baffling problem that is said to have a correct solution puzzler,teaser puzzle n a game that tests your ingenuity puzzle v be a mystery or bewildering to perplex,vex,stick,get,mystify,baffle,beat,pose puzzle v be uncertain about; think about without fully understanding or being able to decide puzzled adj filled with bewilderment nonplussed puzzlement n confusion resulting from failure to understand bewilderment,obfuscation,bemusement puzzler n a particularly baffling problem that is said to have a correct solution puzzle,teaser puzzling adj not clear to the understanding enigmatic puzzling adj lacking clarity of meaning; causing confusion or perplexity confusing,perplexing pvc n a polymer of vinyl chloride used instead of rubber in electric cables pvc n irregularity of cardiac rhythm; recurrent occurrences can be a precursor of ventricular fibrillation pygmalion n (Greek mythology) a king who created a statue of a woman and fell in love with it; Aphrodite brought the sculpture to life as Galatea pygmy n an unusually small individual pigmy pygmy n any member of various peoples having an average height of less than five feet pigmy pyle n United States writer and illustrator of children's books (1853-1911) pylon n a tower for guiding pilots or marking the turning point in a race pylon n a large vertical steel tower supporting high-tension power lines pynchon n United States writer of pessimistic novels about life in a technologically advanced society (born in 1937) pyongyang n capital of North Korea and an industrial center pyramid n a polyhedron having a polygonal base and triangular sides with a common vertex pyramid n (stock market) a series of transactions in which the speculator increases his holdings by using the rising market value of those holdings as pyramid n a massive monument with a square base and four triangular sides; begun by Cheops around 2700 BC as royal tombs in ancient Egypt pyramid v enlarge one's holdings on an exchange on a continued rise by using paper profits as margin to buy additional amounts pyramid v use or deal in (as of stock or commercial transaction) in a pyramid deal pyramid v arrange or build up as if on the base of a pyramid pyramid v increase rapidly and progressively step by step on a broad base pyramidal adj resembling a pyramid pyre n wood heaped for burning a dead body as a funeral rite pyrenees n a chain of mountains between France and Spain pyretic adj causing fever pyrite n a common mineral (iron disulfide) that has a pale yellow color pyromaniac n a person with a mania for setting things on fire pyrometer n a thermometer designed to measure high temperatures pyrosis n a painful burning sensation in the chest caused by gastroesophageal reflux (backflow from the stomach irritating the esophagus); symptomatic heartburn pyrotechnic n (usually plural) a device with an explosive that burns at a low rate and with colored flames; can be used to illuminate areas or send signal firework pyrotechnic adj of or relating to the craft of making fireworks pyrotechnic adj suggestive of fireworks pyrotechnics n (music) brilliance of display (as in the performance of music) pyrotechnics n the craft of making fireworks pyroxene n any of a group of crystalline silicate mineral common in igneous and metamorphic rocks pyrrhic n a metrical unit with unstressed-unstressed syllables pyrrhic n an ancient Greek dance imitating the motions of warfare pyrrhic adj of or relating to a war dance of ancient Greece pyrrhic adj of or relating to or containing a metrical foot of two unstressed syllables pyrrhic adj of or relating to or resembling Pyrrhus or his exploits (especially his sustaining staggering losses in order to defeat the Romans) pyrrhus n king of Epirus; defeated the Romans in two battles in spite of staggering losses (319-272 BC) pythagoras n Greek philosopher and mathematician who proved the Pythagorean theorem; considered to be the first true mathematician (circa 580-500 BC) pythagorean adj of or relating to Pythagoras or his geometry pythia n (Greek mythology) the priestess of Apollo at Delphi who transmitted the oracles python n large Old World boas python n a soothsaying spirit or a person who is possessed by such a spirit python n (Greek mythology) dragon killed by Apollo at Delphi pyx n a chest in which coins from the mint are held to await assay pix pyx n any receptacle in which wafers for the Eucharist are kept pix pyxis n fruit of such plants as the plantain; a capsule whose upper part falls off when the seeds are released pyxis n a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Puppis and Antlia pyxis n a small box used by ancient Greeks to hold medicines q n the 17th letter of the Roman alphabet qaeda n a terrorist network intensely opposed to the United States that dispenses money and logistical support and training to a wide variety of rad base qatar n an Arab country on the peninsula of Qatar; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1971; the economy is dominated by oil katar qatar n a peninsula extending northward from the Arabian mainland into the Persian Gulf katar qi n the circulating life energy that in Chinese philosophy is thought to be inherent in all things; in traditional Chinese medicine the balance chi,ki qibla n the direction of the Kaaba toward which Muslims turn for their daily prayers qibla n a small terrorist group of Muslims in South Africa formed in the 1980s; was inspired by Ayatollah Khomeini to create an Islamic state in Sou qin n the Chinese dynasty (from 246 BC to 206 BC) that established the first centralized imperial government and built much of the Great Wall qing n the last imperial dynasty of China (from 1644 to 1912) which was overthrown by revolutionaries; during the Qing dynasty China was ruled by t manchu qoph n the 19th letter of the Hebrew alphabet quack n an untrained person who pretends to be a physician and who dispenses medical advice quack n the harsh sound of a duck quack v utter quacking noises quack v act as a medical quack or a charlatan quack adj medically unqualified quackery n medical practice and advice based on observation and experience in ignorance of scientific findings empiricism quackery n the dishonesty of a charlatan quad n one of four children born at the same time from the same pregnancy quad n a muscle of the thigh that extends the leg quadriceps quad n (printing) a block of type without a raised letter; used for spacing between words or sentences space quad n a rectangular area surrounded on all sides by buildings quadrant n a quarter of the circumference of a circle quadrant n any of the four areas into which a plane is divided by two orthogonal coordinate axes quadrant n the area enclosed by two perpendicular radii of a circle quadrant n a measuring instrument for measuring altitude of heavenly bodies quadrate n a cubelike object quadrate n a square-shaped object quadrate adj having four sides and four angles quadratic n an equation in which the highest power of an unknown quantity is a square quadratic n a polynomial of the second degree quadratic adj involving the second and no higher power of a quantity or degree quadrature n the construction of a square having the same area as some other figure quadriceps n a muscle of the thigh that extends the leg quad quadruple n a set of four similar things considered as a unit quartet quadruple n a quantity that is four times as great as another quadruple v increase fourfold quadruple adj having four units or components fourfold quadruple adj four times as great or many fourfold quadrupling n increase by a factor of four quaestor n any of several public officials of ancient Rome (usually in charge of finance and administration) quaff n a hearty draft quaff v to swallow hurriedly or greedily or in one draught gulp,swig quag n a soft wet area of low-lying land that sinks underfoot mire,quagmire,morass,slack quagga n mammal of South Africa that resembled a zebra; extinct since late 19th century quagmire n a soft wet area of low-lying land that sinks underfoot mire,quag,morass,slack quahog n Atlantic coast round clams with hard shells; large clams usually used for chowders or other clam dishes quahog n an edible American clam; the heavy shells were used as money by some American Indians quail n flesh of quail; suitable for roasting or broiling if young; otherwise must be braised quail n small gallinaceous game birds quail v draw back, as with fear or pain flinch,squinch,funk,cringe,shrink,wince,recoil quaint adj strange in an interesting or pleasing way quaint adj very strange or unusual; odd or even incongruous in character or appearance quaint adj attractively old-fashioned (but not necessarily authentic) quaintly adv in a strange but not unpleasant manner quaintly adv in a quaint old-fashioned manner quake n shaking and vibration at the surface of the earth resulting from underground movement along a fault plane or from volcanic activity earthquake,temblor,seism quake v shake with fast, tremulous movements quiver,palpitate quake v shake with seismic vibrations tremor quaker n a member of the Religious Society of Friends founded by George Fox (the Friends have never called themselves Quakers) friend quaker n one who quakes and trembles with (or as with) fear quakers n a Christian sect founded by George Fox about 1660; commonly called Quakers qualification n an attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something making qualification n the act of modifying or changing the strength of some idea qualification n a statement that limits or restricts some claim reservation qualified adj meeting the proper standards and requirements and training for an office or position or task unqualified qualified adj limited or restricted; not absolute unqualified qualified adj holding appropriate documentation and officially on record as qualified to perform a specified function or practice a specified skill certified qualified adj restricted in meaning; (as e.g. `man' in `a tall man') restricted qualifier n a contestant who meets certain requirements and so qualifies to take part in the next stage of competition qualifier n a content word that qualifies the meaning of a noun or verb modifier qualify v prove capable or fit; meet requirements qualify v pronounce fit or able disqualify qualify v make more specific qualify v make fit or prepared dispose disqualify qualifying n the grammatical relation that exists when a word qualifies the meaning of the phrase modification,limiting qualifying n success in satisfying a test or requirement passing,pass qualitative adj involving distinctions based on qualities quantitative qualitative adj relating to or involving comparisons based on qualities qualitatively adv in a qualitative manner quality n an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone quality n a degree or grade of excellence or worth caliber,calibre quality n a characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something character quality n (music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound) timbre,timber,tone quality adj of superior grade choice,prime,prize,select quality adj of high social status qualm n uneasiness about the fitness of an action scruple,misgiving qualm n a mild state of nausea queasiness,squeamishness quamash n any of several plants of the genus Camassia; North and South America camas quandary n a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one predicament,plight quandary n state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options dilemma quantal adj of or relating to a quantum or capable of existing in only one of two states quantifiable adj capable of being quantified quantification n a limitation imposed on the variables of a proposition (as by the quantifiers `some' or `all' or `no') quantification n the act of discovering or expressing the quantity of something quantify v use as a quantifier quantify v express as a number or measure or quantity measure quantitative adj expressible as a quantity or relating to or susceptible of measurement qualitative quantitative adj relating to the measurement of quantity quantitative adj (of verse) having a metric system based on relative duration of syllables syllabic quantitatively adv in a quantitative manner quantity n how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify measure,amount quantity n an adequate or large amount quantity n the concept that something has a magnitude and can be represented in mathematical expressions by a constant or a variable quantum n a discrete amount of something that is analogous to the quantities in quantum theory quantum n (physics) the smallest discrete quantity of some physical property that a system can possess (according to quantum theory) quaoar n a planetoid discovered in 2002 quarantine n enforced isolation of patients suffering from a contagious disease in order to prevent the spread of disease quarantine n isolation to prevent the spread of infectious disease quarantine v place into enforced isolation, as for medical reasons quarantined adj under forced isolation especially for health reasons isolated quark n (physics) hypothetical truly fundamental particle in mesons and baryons; there are supposed to be six flavors of quarks (and their antiquark quark n fresh unripened cheese of a smooth texture made from pasteurized milk, a starter, and rennet quarrel n an angry dispute wrangle,row,words quarrel n an arrow that is shot from a crossbow; has a head with four edges quarrel v have a disagreement over something dispute,scrap quarrelsome adj given to quarreling quarry n a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence prey,target quarry n a surface excavation for extracting stone or slate pit quarry n animal hunted or caught for food prey quarry v extract (something such as stones) from or as if from a quarry quarrying n the extraction of building stone or slate from an open surface quarry quarryman n a man who works in a quarry quart n a United States liquid unit equal to 32 fluid ounces; four quarts equal one gallon quart n a British imperial capacity measure (liquid or dry) equal to 2 pints or 1.136 liters quart n a United States dry unit equal to 2 pints or 67.2 cubic inches quartan n a malarial fever that recurs every fourth day quartan adj occurring every fourth day (especially the fever and weakness of malaria) quarter n one of four equal parts fourth quarter n a district of a city having some distinguishing character quarter n (football, professional basketball) one of four divisions into which some games are divided quarter n a unit of time equal to 15 minutes or a quarter of an hour quarter v provide housing for (military personnel) billet,canton quarter v pull (a person) apart with four horses tied to his extremities, so as to execute him draw quarter v divide into quarters quarter v divide by four; divide into quarters quarterback n (football) the person who plays quarterback quarterback n (American football) the position of the football player in the backfield who directs the offensive play of his team quarterback v play the quarterback quarterly n a periodical that is published every quarter (or four issues per year) quarterly adj of or relating to or consisting of a quarter quarterly adv in diagonally opposed quarters of an escutcheon quarterly adv in three month intervals quartermaster n an army officer who provides clothing and subsistence for troops quarters n housing available for people to live in quarterstaff n a long stout staff used as a weapon quartet n the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one four,tetrad,quaternary,foursome quartet n four performers or singers who perform together quartet n a set of four similar things considered as a unit quadruple quartet n four people considered as a unit foursome quartile n (statistics) any of three points that divide an ordered distribution into four parts each containing one quarter of the scores quarto n the size of a book whose pages are made by folding a sheet of paper twice to form four leaves quartz n colorless glass made of almost pure silica crystal quartz n a hard glossy mineral consisting of silicon dioxide in crystal form; present in most rocks (especially sandstone and granite); yellow sand i quasar n a starlike object that may send out radio waves and other forms of energy; many have large red shifts quash v put down by force or intimidation repress,subdue,subjugate,reduce quash v declare invalid invalidate,annul,void,avoid,nullify quasi adj having some resemblance quassia n a bitter compound used as an insecticide and tonic and vermifuge; extracted from the wood and bark of trees of the genera Quassia and Picras quassia n handsome South American shrub or small tree having bright scarlet flowers and yielding a valuable fine-grained yellowish wood; yields the bi quat n the leaves of the shrub Catha edulis which are chewed like tobacco or used to make tea; has the effect of a euphoric stimulant kat,khat,cat quaternary n last 2 million years quaternary n the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one four,tetrad,quartet,foursome quaternary adj consisting of or especially arranged in sets of four quaternary adj coming next after the third and just before the fifth in position or time or degree or magnitude fourth quatrain n a stanza of four lines quaver n a tremulous sound quaver n a musical note having the time value of an eighth of a whole note quaver v give off unsteady sounds, alternating in amplitude or frequency waver quaver v sing or play with trills, alternating with the half note above or below warble,trill quavering adj (of the voice) quivering as from weakness or fear tremulous quay n wharf usually built parallel to the shoreline queasiness n a mild state of nausea squeamishness,qualm queasiness n inability to rest or relax or be still restlessness,uneasiness queasy adj causing or able to cause nausea nauseating,nauseous,noisome,loathsome,offensive,sickening,vile queasy adj feeling nausea; feeling about to vomit nauseated,nauseous,sick,sickish queasy adj causing or fraught with or showing anxiety anxious,nervous,uneasy quebec n the French-speaking capital of the province of Quebec; situated on the Saint Lawrence River quebec n the largest province of Canada; a French colony from 1663 to 1759 when it was lost to the British quechua n a member of a South American Indian people in Peru who were formerly the ruling class of the Inca empire quechua n a community of South American Indians in Peru who were formerly the ruling class of the Incan Empire quechua n the language of the Quechua which was spoken by the Incas quechuan quechuan n the language of the Quechua which was spoken by the Incas quechua quechuan adj of or relating to the Quechua or their language queen n the only fertile female in a colony of social insects such as bees and ants and termites; its function is to lay eggs queen n a female sovereign ruler king queen n the wife or widow of a king queen n something personified as a woman who is considered the best or most important of her kind queen v promote to a queen, as of a pawn in chess queen v become a queen queenfish n silvery and bluish drumfish of shallow California coastal waters queens n a borough of New York City queensland n a state in northeastern Australia queer n offensive term for a homosexual man fairy,nance,pansy,queen,poof,pouf queer v hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of thwart,spoil,scotch,foil,cross,frustrate,baffle,bilk queer v put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position expose,scupper,endanger,peril queer adj beyond or deviating from the usual or expected curious,funny,odd,peculiar,rum,rummy,singular queer adj homosexual or arousing homosexual desires gay quell v suppress or crush completely squelch,quench quell v overcome or allay stay,appease quelled adj subdued or overcome squelched quelling n forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority suppression,crushing,stifling quench v satisfy (thirst) allay,assuage quench v put out, as of fires, flames, or lights extinguish quench v electronics: suppress (sparking) when the current is cut off in an inductive circuit, or suppress (an oscillation or discharge) in a compone quench v suppress or crush completely squelch,quell quenching n the act of extinguishing; causing to stop burning extinction,extinguishing quern n a primitive stone mill for grinding corn by hand querulous adj habitually complaining fretful,whiny query n an instance of questioning question,inquiry,enquiry,interrogation query v pose a question question quesadilla n a tortilla that is filled with cheese and heated quest n a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria pursuit,pursuance quest n the act of searching for something seeking quest v make a search (for) quest v search the trail of (game) quest v bark with prolonged noises, of dogs bay quest v seek alms, as for religious purposes question n an instance of questioning inquiry,enquiry,query,interrogation answer question n the subject matter at issue head question n a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply interrogation question n uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something doubt question v challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of oppugn question v pose a series of questions to interrogate question v pose a question query question v conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting interview questionable adj subject to question unquestionable questionable adj able to be refuted questioner n someone who asks a question inquirer,enquirer,asker questioning n a request for information inquiring questioning adj perplexed (as if being expected to know something that you do not know) quizzical questioning adj marked by or given to doubt doubting,skeptical questioning adj showing curiosity inquisitive,speculative,wondering questionnaire n a form containing a set of questions; submitted to people to gain statistical information quetzal n the basic unit of money in Guatemala; equal to 100 centavos quetzal n large trogon of Central America and South America having golden-green and scarlet plumage queue n a line of people or vehicles waiting for something queue n (information processing) an ordered list of tasks to be performed or messages to be transmitted queue n a braid of hair at the back of the head queue v form a queue, form a line, stand in line quibble n an evasion of the point of an argument by raising irrelevant distinctions or objections cavil quibble v evade the truth of a point or question by raising irrelevant objections quibble v argue over petty things niggle,bicker,squabble,brabble quiche n a member of the Mayan people of south central Guatemala quiche n a tart filled with rich unsweetened custard; often contains other ingredients (as cheese or ham or seafood or vegetables) quiche n the Mayan language spoken by the Quiche quick n any area of the body that is highly sensitive to pain (as the flesh underneath the skin or a fingernail or toenail) quick adj accomplished rapidly and without delay speedy quick adj hurried and brief flying,fast quick adj moving quickly and lightly agile,nimble,spry quick adj apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity ready quick adv with little or no delay promptly,quickly quicken v move faster accelerate,speed quicken v make keen or more acute whet quicken v give life or energy to invigorate quicken v show signs of life quickener n an agent that gives or restores life or vigor quickening n the process of showing signs of life quickening n the stage of pregnancy at which the mother first feels the movements of the fetus quickening n the act of accelerating; increasing the speed acceleration quicker adv more quickly faster quickest adv most quickly fastest quickie n hurried repair quicklime n a white crystalline oxide used in the production of calcium hydroxide lime,calx quickly adv with speed rapidly,speedily,apace slowly quickly adv with little or no delay promptly,quick quickly adv without taking pains quickness n skillful performance or ability without difficulty facility quickness n intelligence as revealed by an ability to give correct responses without delay quickness n a rate that is rapid celerity,rapidity quicksand n a treacherous situation that tends to entrap and destroy quicksand n a pit filled with loose wet sand into which objects are sucked down quicksilver n a heavy silvery toxic univalent and bivalent metallic element; the only metal that is liquid at ordinary temperatures mercury quicksilver adj liable to sudden unpredictable change erratic,fickle,mercurial quid n the basic unit of money in Great Britain and Northern Ireland; equal to 100 pence pound quid n something for something; that which a party receives (or is promised) in return for something he does or gives or promises quid n a wad of something chewable as tobacco chew,chaw,cud,plug,wad quiescent adj not active or activated quiescent adj marked by a state of tranquil repose quiescent adj being quiet or still or inactive quiescent adj (pathology) causing no symptoms quiet n a period of calm weather lull quiet n an untroubled state; free from disturbances tranquillity,tranquility quiet n the absence of sound silence quiet n a disposition free from stress or emotion repose,serenity,tranquillity,tranquility quiet v become quiet or quieter quieten,hush quiet v make calm or still calm,tranquilize,quieten,lull,still quiet adj characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity quiet adj free of noise or uproar; or making little if any sound noisy quiet adj not showy or obtrusive restrained quiet adj in a softened tone hushed,muted,subdued quiet adv with little or no activity or no agitation (`quiet' is a nonstandard variant for `quietly') quietly quieten v become quiet or quieter hush,quiet louden quieten v make calm or still calm,quiet,tranquilize,lull,still quieten v cause to be quiet or not talk hush,silence,still louden quietist n a religious mystic who follows quietism quietly adv with low volume softly quietly adv with little or no sound noisily quietly adv with little or no activity or no agitation (`quiet' is a nonstandard variant for `quietly') quiet quietly adv in a restful manner quietness n the property of making no sound quietness n a state of peace and quiet tranquillity,tranquility quiff n a prominent forelock (especially one brushed upward from the forehead) quill n pen made from a bird's feather quill n a stiff hollow protective spine on a porcupine or hedgehog quill n any of the larger wing or tail feathers of a bird pinion quill n the hollow spine of a feather shaft quilt n bedding made of two layers of cloth filled with stuffing and stitched together comforter,comfort,puff quilt v stitch or sew together quilt v create by stitching together quilted adj made of layers of fabric held together by patterned stitching quilting n stitching through layers of fabric and a filling so as to create a design quilting n a material used for making a quilt, or a quilted fabric quin n one of five children born at the same time from the same pregnancy quintuplet,quint quince n small Asian tree with pinkish flowers and pear-shaped fruit; widely cultivated quince n aromatic acid-tasting pear-shaped fruit used in preserves quincy n American patriot who presented the colonists' grievances to the English king (1744-1775) quinine n a bitter alkaloid extracted from chinchona bark; used in malaria therapy quinone n any of a class of aromatic yellow compounds including several that are biologically important as coenzymes or acceptors or vitamins; used in quint n the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one five,v,cinque,quintet,fivesome,quintuplet,pentad,fin quint n one of five children born at the same time from the same pregnancy quintuplet,quin quintal n a unit of weight equal to 100 kilograms quintal n a United States unit of weight equivalent to 100 pounds hundredweight,centner,cental quintessence n the fifth and highest element after air and earth and fire and water; was believed to be the substance composing all heavenly bodies ether quintessence n the purest and most concentrated essence of something quintessence n the most typical example or representative of a type quintessential adj representing the perfect example of a class or quality quintet n a musical composition for five performers quintet n the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one five,v,cinque,quint,fivesome,quintuplet,pentad,fin quintet n five performers or singers who perform together quintet n a set of five similar things considered as a unit quintuplet,quintuple quintuple n a set of five similar things considered as a unit quintet,quintuplet quintuple v increase fivefold quintuple adj having five units or components fivefold quintuplet n the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one five,v,cinque,quint,quintet,fivesome,pentad,fin quintuplet n one of five children born at the same time from the same pregnancy quint,quin quintuplet n a set of five similar things considered as a unit quintet,quintuple quip n a witty saying epigram quip n witty remark wisecrack,crack,sally quip v make jokes or quips gag quire n a quantity of paper; 24 or 25 sheets quirk n a strange attitude or habit oddity quirk n a narrow groove beside a beading quirk v twist or curve abruptly quirky adj (informal) strikingly unconventional kinky,offbeat quirt n whip with a leather thong at the end quisling n someone who collaborates with an enemy occupying force collaborator,collaborationist quit v put an end to a state or an activity discontinue,stop,cease quit v give up or retire from a position resign quit v go away or leave depart quit v turn away from; give up renounce,relinquish quite adv to a degree (not used with a negative) rather quite adv to the greatest extent; completely quite adv of an unusually noticeable or exceptional or remarkable kind (not used with a negative) quite adv actually or truly or to an extreme quito n the capital of Ecuador quits adj on equal terms by payment or requital quittance n a document or receipt certifying release from an obligation or debt quittance n payment of a debt or obligation repayment quitter n a person who gives up too easily quiver n an almost pleasurable sensation of fright shiver,chill,shudder,thrill,tingle quiver n a shaky motion shaking,shakiness,trembling,quivering,vibration,palpitation quiver n case for holding arrows quiver n the act of vibrating vibration,quivering quiver v shake with fast, tremulous movements quake,palpitate quiver v move back and forth very rapidly flicker,waver,flitter,flutter quiver v move with or as if with a regular alternating motion beat quivering n a shaky motion shaking,shakiness,trembling,quiver,vibration,palpitation quivering n the act of vibrating vibration,quiver quixotic adj not sensible about practical matters; idealistic and unrealistic romantic quiz n an examination consisting of a few short questions quiz v examine someone's knowledge of something test quizzical adj playfully vexing (especially by ridicule) mocking,teasing quizzical adj perplexed (as if being expected to know something that you do not know) questioning quoin n expandable metal or wooden wedge used by printers to lock up a form within a chase coign quoin n the keystone of an arch coign quoin n (architecture) solid exterior angle of a building; especially one formed by a cornerstone corner quoit n game equipment consisting of a ring of iron or circle of rope used in playing the game of quoits quoits n a game in which iron rings (or open iron rings) are thrown at a stake in the ground in the hope of encircling it horseshoes quondam adj belonging to some prior time former,old,onetime,sometime quorum n a gathering of the minimal number of members of an organization to conduct business quota n a prescribed number quota n a proportional share assigned to each participant quota n a limitation on imports quotable adj able or fit to be repeated or quoted repeatable quotable adj suitable for or worthy of quotation quotation n a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage citation,cite,acknowledgment,credit,reference,mention quotation n a passage or expression that is quoted or cited quote,citation quotation n a statement of the current market price of a security or commodity quotation n the practice of quoting from books or plays etc. quote n a punctuation mark used to attribute the enclosed text to someone else quote n a passage or expression that is quoted or cited quotation,citation quote v repeat a passage from cite quote v name the price of quote v refer to for illustration or proof cite quote v put quote marks around quotient n the ratio of two quantities to be divided quotient n the number obtained by division r n a unit of radiation exposure; the dose of ionizing radiation that will produce 1 electrostatic unit of electricity in 1 cc of dry air roentgen r n (physics) the universal constant in the gas equation: pressure times volume = R times temperature; equal to 8.3143 joules per kelvin per mol r n the 18th letter of the Roman alphabet r n the length of a line segment between the center and circumference of a circle or sphere radius ra n an intensely radioactive metallic element that occurs in minute amounts in uranium ores radium ra n ancient Egyptian sun god with the head of a hawk; a universal creator; he merged with the god Amen as Amen-Ra to become the king of the gods re ra n (astronomy) the equatorial coordinate specifying the angle, measured eastward along the celestial equator, from the vernal equinox to the in rabat n the capital of Morocco; located in the northwestern on the Atlantic coast rabbet n a rectangular groove made to hold two pieces together rebate rabbet v join with a rabbet joint rabbet v cut a rectangular groove into rabbi n spiritual leader of a Jewish congregation; qualified to expound and apply Jewish law rabbi n a Hebrew title of respect for a Jewish scholar or teacher rabbinate n rabbis collectively rabbinate n the office or function of a rabbi rabbinic adj of or relating to rabbis or their teachings rabbinical rabbinical adj of or relating to rabbis or their teachings rabbinic rabbit n any of various burrowing animals of the family Leporidae having long ears and short tails; some domesticated and raised for pets or food coney rabbit n the fur of a rabbit rabbit n flesh of any of various rabbits or hares (wild or domesticated) eaten as food hare rabbit v hunt rabbits rabble n a disorderly crowd of people mob,rout rabble n disparaging terms for the common people riffraff,ragtag rabid adj of or infected by rabies rabid adj marked by excessive enthusiasm for and intense devotion to a cause or idea fanatic,fanatical,overzealous rabies n an acute viral disease of the nervous system of warm-blooded animals (usually transmitted by the bite of a rabid animal); rabies is fatal if hydrophobia,lyssa,madness raccoon n the fur of the North American racoon raccoon n an omnivorous nocturnal mammal native to North America and Central America race n any competition race n a contest of speed race n people who are believed to belong to the same genetic stock race n (biology) a taxonomic group that is a division of a species; usually arises as a consequence of geographical isolation within a species subspecies race v move hurridly rush,hasten,hie,speed race v compete in a race run race v to work as fast as possible towards a goal, sometimes in competition with others race v cause to move fast or to rush or race rush racehorse n a horse bred for racing raceme n usually elongate cluster of flowers along the main stem in which the flowers at the base open first racemose adj having stalked flowers along an elongated stem that continue to open in succession from below as the stem continues to grow racer n someone who drives racing cars at high speeds racer n a fast car that competes in races racer n an animal that races racer n slender fast-moving North American snakes racetrack n a course over which races are run raceway,track raceway n a canal for a current of water race raceway n a course over which races are run racetrack,track rachel n (Old Testament) the second wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph and Benjamin rachmaninoff n composer and piano virtuoso born in Russia (1873-1943) racial adj of or related to genetically distinguished groups of people racial adj of or characteristic of race or races or arising from differences among groups nonracial racialism n discriminatory or abusive behavior towards members of another race racism racially adv with respect to race racine n French advocate of Jansenism; tragedian who based his works on Greek and Roman themes (1639-1699) racine n a city in southeastern Wisconsin on Lake Michigan to the south of Milwaukee raciness n a strong odor or taste property bite,sharpness raciness n behavior or language bordering on indelicacy ribaldry racing n the sport of engaging in contests of speed racism n the prejudice that members of one race are intrinsically superior to members of other races racism n discriminatory or abusive behavior towards members of another race racialism racist n a person with a prejudiced belief that one racial group is superior to others racist adj based on racial intolerance racist adj discriminatory especially on the basis of race or religion rack n framework for holding objects rack n rib section of a forequarter of veal or pork or especially lamb or mutton rack n the destruction or collapse of something wrack rack n an instrument of torture that stretches or disjoints or mutilates victims wheel rack v go at a rack rack v stretch to the limits rack v put on a rack and pinion rack v obtain by coercion or intimidation extort,squeeze,gouge,wring racker n an attendant who puts pool or billiard balls into a rack racket n a loud and disturbing noise racket n an illegal enterprise (such as extortion or fraud or drug peddling or prostitution) carried on for profit racket n the auditory experience of sound that lacks musical quality; sound that is a disagreeable auditory experience noise,dissonance racket n a sports implement (usually consisting of a handle and an oval frame with a tightly interlaced network of strings) used to strike a ball (or racquet racket v celebrate noisily, often indulging in drinking; engage in uproarious festivities revel,wassail racket v make loud and annoying noises racket v hit (a ball) with a racket racketeer n someone who commits crimes for profit (especially one who obtains money by fraud or extortion) racketeer v carry on illegal business activities involving crime racketeering n engaging in a racket racking adj causing great physical or mental suffering wrenching raconteur n a person skilled in telling anecdotes racquet n a sports implement (usually consisting of a handle and an oval frame with a tightly interlaced network of strings) used to strike a ball (or racket racquetball n the ball used in playing the game of racquetball racquetball n a game played on a handball court with short-handled rackets racy adj full of zest or vigor lively racy adj marked by richness and fullness of flavor rich,robust racy adj suggestive of sexual impropriety blue,juicy,naughty,risque,spicy racy adj designed or suitable for competing in a race rad n a unit of absorbed ionizing radiation equal to 100 ergs per gram of irradiated material rad n the unit of plane angle adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites; equal to the angle at the center of a circle subtended by an arc e radian radar n measuring instrument in which the echo of a pulse of microwave radiation is used to detect and locate distant objects raddle n a red iron ore used in dyeing and marking ruddle raddle v twist or braid together, interlace ruddle raddle v mark or paint with raddle raddled adj used until no longer useful raddled adj showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering careworn,drawn,haggard,worn radial n pneumatic tire that has radial-ply casing radial adj relating to or near the radius radial adj relating to or moving along or having the direction of a radius radial adj issuing in rays from a common center; relating to rays of light radial adj arranged like rays or radii; radiating from a common center stellate,radiate radially adv in a radial manner radian n the unit of plane angle adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites; equal to the angle at the center of a circle subtended by an arc e rad radiance n the amount of electromagnetic radiation leaving or arriving at a point on a surface glow,glowing radiance n the quality of being bright and sending out rays of light shine,refulgence radiance n an attractive combination of good health and happiness radiant adj radiating or as if radiating light beaming,refulgent radiate v send out rays or waves radiate v send out real or metaphoric rays radiate v extend or spread outward from a center or focus or inward towards a center ray radiate v have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink glow,beam,shine radiate adj arranged like rays or radii; radiating from a common center radial,stellate radiate adj having rays or ray-like parts as in the flower heads of daisies radiating adj diverging from a common point radiation n energy that is radiated or transmitted in the form of rays or waves or particles radiation n the act of spreading outward from a central source radiation n syndrome resulting from exposure to ionizing radiation (e.g., exposure to radioactive chemicals or to nuclear explosions); low doses cause d radiation n the spontaneous emission of a stream of particles or electromagnetic rays in nuclear decay radioactivity radiator n any object that radiates energy radiator n heater consisting of a series of pipes for circulating steam or hot water to heat rooms or buildings radiator n a mechanism consisting of a metal honeycomb through which hot fluids circulate; heat is transferred from the fluid through the honeycomb to radical n (chemistry) two or more atoms bound together as a single unit and forming part of a molecule group radical n an atom or group of atoms with at least one unpaired electron; in the body it is usually an oxygen molecule that has lost an electron and wi radical n a person who has radical ideas or opinions radical n (mathematics) a quantity expressed as the root of another quantity radical adj (used of opinions and actions) far beyond the norm extremist,ultra radical adj markedly new or introducing radical change revolutionary radical adj arising from or going to the root or source radical adj of or relating to or constituting a linguistic root radicalism n the political orientation of those who favor revolutionary change in government and society radicalize v make more radical in social or political outlook radically adv in a radical manner radio n medium for communication wireless radio n an electronic receiver that detects and demodulates and amplifies transmitted signals tuner,wireless radio n a communication system based on broadcasting electromagnetic waves wireless radio v transmit messages via radio waves radio adj indicating radiation or radioactivity radioactive adj exhibiting or caused by radioactivity radioactivity n the spontaneous emission of a stream of particles or electromagnetic rays in nuclear decay radiation radiogram n a message transmitted by wireless telegraphy radiogram n a photographic image produced on a radiosensitive surface by radiation other than visible light (especially by X-rays or gamma rays) radiographic adj relating to or produced by radiography radiography n the process of making a radiograph; producing an image on a radiosensitive surface by radiation other than visible light radiography n photography that uses other kinds of radiation than visible light radiological adj of or relating to radiology radiologist n a medical specialist who uses radioactive substances and X-rays in the treatment of disease radiology n the branch of medical science dealing with the medical use of X-rays or other penetrating radiation radiology n (radiology) examination of the inner structure of opaque objects using X rays or other penetrating radiation radiophoto n a photograph transmitted by radio waves radish n pungent fleshy edible root radish n radish of Japan with a long hard durable root eaten raw or cooked daikon radish n pungent edible root of any of various cultivated radish plants radish n Eurasian plant widely cultivated for its edible pungent root usually eaten raw radium n an intensely radioactive metallic element that occurs in minute amounts in uranium ores ra radius n the length of a line segment between the center and circumference of a circle or sphere r radius n a straight line from the center to the perimeter of a circle (or from the center to the surface of a sphere) radius n a circular region whose area is indicated by the length of its radius radius n the outer and slightly shorter of the two bones of the human forearm radon n a radioactive gaseous element formed by the disintegration of radium; the heaviest of the inert gasses; occurs naturally (especially in area raf n the airforce of Great Britain raf n a Marxist and Maoist terrorist organization in Germany; a network of underground guerillas who committed acts of violence in the service of raffish adj marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners dapper,dashing,jaunty,natty,rakish,spiffy,snappy,spruce raffish adj marked by a carefree unconventionality or disreputableness rakish raffle n a lottery in which the prizes are goods rather than money raffle v dispose of in a lottery raffles n British colonial administrator who founded Singapore (1781-1826) raft n a flat float (usually made of logs or planks) that can be used for transport or as a platform for swimmers raft n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,deal,flock,heap,lot,mass,mess,mickle raft n a foundation (usually on soft ground) consisting of an extended layer of reinforced concrete mat raft v transport on a raft raft v travel by raft in water raft v make into a raft rafter n one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof balk,baulk rafter n someone who travels by raft rafter v provide (a ceiling) with rafters rafts n a large number or amount tons,dozens,heaps,lots,piles,scores,stacks,loads rag n a small piece of cloth or paper shred,tag,tatter rag n a week at British universities during which side-shows and processions of floats are organized to raise money for charities rag n music with a syncopated melody (usually for the piano) ragtime rag n newspaper with half-size pages tabloid,sheet rag v treat cruelly torment,bedevil,crucify,dun,frustrate rag v cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations annoy,bother,irritate,rile,nark,nettle,gravel,vex rag v play in ragtime rag v harass with persistent criticism or carping tease,razz,cod,tantalize,bait,taunt,twit,rally rage n a feeling of intense anger fury,madness rage n a state of extreme anger rage n something that is desired intensely passion rage n violent state of the elements rage v behave violently, as if in state of a great anger ramp,storm rage v be violent; as of fires and storms rage v feel intense anger ragged adj being or dressed in clothes that are worn or torn ragged adj worn out from stress or strain ragged adj having an irregular outline raging adj characterized by violent and forceful activity or movement; very intense hot raging adj very severe raging adj (of the elements) as if showing violent anger angry,furious,tempestuous,wild ragnarok n myth about the ultimate destruction of the gods in a battle with evil ragout n well-seasoned stew of meat and vegetables ragtag n disparaging terms for the common people rabble,riffraff ragtime n music with a syncopated melody (usually for the piano) rag ragweed n widespread European weed having yellow daisylike flowers; sometimes an obnoxious weed and toxic to cattle if consumed in quantity ragweed n any of numerous chiefly North American weedy plants constituting the genus Ambrosia that produce highly allergenic pollen responsible for mu ambrosia raid n a sudden short attack foray,maraud raid n an attempt by speculators to defraud investors raid v search without warning, make a sudden surprise attack on bust raid v enter someone else's territory and take spoils raid v take over (a company) by buying a controlling interest of its stock raid v search for something needed or desired raider n someone who takes spoils or plunder (as in war) pillager,looter,spoiler raider n a corporate investor who intends to take over a company by buying a controlling interest in its stock and installing new management raiding adj characterized by plundering or pillaging or marauding marauding,predatory rail n a barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports railing rail n short for railway rail n a bar or pair of parallel bars of rolled steel making the railway along which railroad cars or other vehicles can roll track,rails,runway rail n a horizontal bar (usually of wood or metal) rail v complain bitterly rail v enclose with rails rail v provide with rails rail v separate with a railing railhead n a railroad depot in a theater of operations where military supplies are unloaded for distribution railhead n the end of the completed track on an unfinished railway railing n a barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports rail railing n material for making rails or rails collectively railroad n line that is the commercial organization responsible for operating a system of transportation for trains that pull passengers or freight railway railroad n a line of track providing a runway for wheels railway railroad v compel by coercion, threats, or crude means dragoon,sandbag railroad v supply with railroad lines railroad v transport by railroad railroading n the activity of designing and constructing and operating railroads rails n a bar or pair of parallel bars of rolled steel making the railway along which railroad cars or other vehicles can roll track,rail,runway railway n line that is the commercial organization responsible for operating a system of transportation for trains that pull passengers or freight railroad railway n a line of track providing a runway for wheels railroad railwayman n an employee of a railroad raiment n especially fine or decorative clothing array,regalia raiment v provide with clothes or put clothes on dress,clothe,garb,tog,garment,apparel rain n water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere rainfall rain n drops of fresh water that fall as precipitation from clouds rainwater rain n anything happening rapidly or in quick successive pelting rain v precipitate as rain rainbow n an arc of colored light in the sky caused by refraction of the sun's rays by rain rainbow n an illusory hope raincoat n a water-resistant coat waterproof raindrop n a drop of rain rainfall n water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere rain rainforest n a forest with heavy annual rainfall rainier n a mountain peak in central Washington; highest peak in the Cascade Range; (14,410 feet high) raining adj falling in drops or as if falling like rain rainmaker n executive who is very successful in bringing in business to his company or firm rainmaker n American Indian medicine man who attempt to make it rain rainproof adj not permitting the passage of water waterproof rainstorm n a storm with rain rainwater n drops of fresh water that fall as precipitation from clouds rain rainy adj (of weather) wet by periods of rain raise n the amount a salary is increased rise,hike raise n an upward slope or grade (as in a road) ascent,rise,climb,upgrade raise n increasing the size of a bet (as in poker) raise n the act of raising something lift,heave raise v raise the level or amount of something raise v raise from a lower to a higher position lift,elevate lower raise v cause to be heard or known; express or utter raise v collect funds for a specific purpose raised adj located or moved above the surround or above the normal position lowered raised adj embellished with a raised pattern created by pressure or embroidery embossed raised adj increased in amount or degree elevated raiser n a bridge partner who increases the partner's bid raiser n someone concerned with the science or art or business of cultivating the soil agriculturalist,grower raisin n dried grape raising n the event of something being raised upward elevation,lift raising n the properties acquired as a consequence of the way you were treated as a child rearing,nurture raising n helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community breeding,fostering,nurture,rearing,upbringing raising adj increasing in quantity or value raj n British dominion over India (1757-1947) raja n a prince or king in India rajah raja n type genus of the family Rajidae rajah n a prince or king in India raja rake n a dissolute man in fashionable society profligate,rip,blood rake n degree of deviation from a horizontal plane pitch,slant rake n a long-handled tool with a row of teeth at its head; used to move leaves or loosen soil rake v move through with or as if with a rake rake v level or smooth with a rake rake v sweep the length of rake v examine hastily scan,skim rakish adj marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners dapper,dashing,jaunty,natty,raffish,spiffy,snappy,spruce rakish adj marked by a carefree unconventionality or disreputableness raffish rale n a rapid series of short loud sounds (as might be heard with a stethoscope in some types of respiratory disorders) rattle,rattling raleigh n English courtier (a favorite of Elizabeth I) who tried to colonize Virginia; introduced potatoes and tobacco to England (1552-1618) raleigh n capital of the state of North Carolina; located in the east central part of the North Carolina rally n a large gathering of people intended to arouse enthusiasm rally n the feat of mustering strength for a renewed effort rallying rally n a marked recovery of strength or spirits during an illness rally n an automobile race run over public roads rally v gather rally v call to arms; of military personnel mobilize,mobilise rally v gather or bring together muster,summon rally v return to a former condition rebound rallying n the act of mobilizing for a common purpose rallying n the feat of mustering strength for a renewed effort rally rallying adj rousing or recalling to unity and renewed effort ram n the most common computer memory which can be used by programs to perform necessary tasks while the computer is on; an integrated circuit mem ram n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Aries aries ram n the first sign of the zodiac which the sun enters at the vernal equinox; the sun is in this sign from about March 21 to April 19 aries ram n a tool for driving or forcing something by impact ram v strike or drive against with a heavy impact pound ram v force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically force,drive ram v undergo damage or destruction on impact crash ram v crowd or pack to capacity jam,cram,wad rama n avatar of Vishnu whose name is synonymous with God; any of three incarnations: Ramachandra or Parashurama or Balarama ramadan n the ninth month of the Islamic calendar; the month of fasting; the holiest period for the Islamic faith ramadan n (Islam) a fast (held from sunrise to sunset) that is carried out during the Islamic month of Ramadan ramble n an aimless amble on a winding course meander ramble v continue talking or writing in a desultory manner jog ramble v move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment roll,wander,swan,stray,tramp,roam,cast,rove rambler n a person who takes long walks in the country rambler n a person whose speech or writing is not well organized rambling adj spreading out in different directions or distributed irregularly sprawling rambling adj (of e.g. speech and writing) tending to depart from the main point or cover a wide range of subjects discursive rambling adj of a path e.g. meandering,wandering,winding rambunctious adj noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline boisterous,unruly rameses n any of 12 kings of ancient Egypt between 1315 and 1090 BC ramesses,ramses ramesses n any of 12 kings of ancient Egypt between 1315 and 1090 BC rameses,ramses ramification n the act of branching out or dividing into branches branching,fork,forking ramification n a part of a forked or branching shape branch,leg ramification n a development that complicates a situation complication ramification n an arrangement of branching parts ramify v have or develop complicating consequences ramify v grow and send out branches or branch-like structures branch ramify v divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork branch,fork,furcate,separate rammer n a tool for driving something with force ramona n shrubby plant with aromatic greyish-green leaves used as a cooking herb ramp n an inclined surface connecting two levels incline ramp n North American perennial having a slender bulb and whitish flowers ramp n a movable staircase that passengers use to board or leave an aircraft ramp v behave violently, as if in state of a great anger rage,storm ramp v furnish with a ramp ramp v be rampant ramp v creep up -- used especially of plants rampage n violently angry and destructive behavior rampage v act violently, recklessly, or destructively rampant adj unrestrained and violent rampant adj rearing on left hind leg with forelegs elevated and head usually in profile rearing rampant adj (of a plant) having a lush and unchecked growth rampart n an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes bulwark,wall ramrod n a rod used to ram the charge into a muzzle-loading firearm ramrod n a harshly demanding overseer ramrod n a rod used to clean the barrel of a firearm ramses n any of 12 kings of ancient Egypt between 1315 and 1090 BC rameses,ramesses ramshackle adj in deplorable condition bedraggled,derelict,dilapidated ramus n the posterior part of the mandible that is more or less vertical rana n type genus of the Ranidae ranch n farm consisting of a large tract of land along with facilities needed to raise livestock (especially cattle) spread ranch v manage or run a ranch rancher n a person who owns or operates a ranch ranching n farming for the raising of livestock (particularly cattle) rancid adj (used of decomposing oils or fats) having a rank smell or taste usually due to a chemical change or decomposition rancid adj smelling of fermentation or staleness sour rancidity n the state of being rancid; having a rancid scent or flavor (as of old cooking oil) rancor n a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will resentment,bitterness,gall rancorous adj showing deep-seated resentment rand n the basic unit of money in South Africa; equal to 100 cents rand n United States writer (born in Russia) noted for her polemical novels and political conservativism (1905-1982) rand n a rocky region in the southern Transvaal in northeastern South Africa; contains rich gold deposits and coal and manganese reef random adj lacking any definite plan or order or purpose; governed by or depending on chance nonrandom randomise v arrange in random order randomize randomize v arrange in random order randomise randomized adj set up or distributed in a deliberately random way randomly adv in a random manner indiscriminately,haphazardly,arbitrarily randomness n (thermodynamics) a thermodynamic quantity representing the amount of energy in a system that is no longer available for doing mechanical wor entropy,s randomness n the quality of lacking any predictable order or plan noise randy adj feeling great sexual desire aroused,horny,steamy range n an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" scope,reach,orbit,compass range n the limits within which something can be effective reach range n a large tract of grassy open land on which livestock can graze range n a series of hills or mountains chain range v change or be different within limits run range v move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment roll,wander,swan,stray,tramp,roam,cast,ramble range v have a range; be capable of projecting over a certain distance, as of a gun range v range or extend over; occupy a certain area straddle ranger n a member of the Texas state highway patrol; formerly a mounted lawman who maintained order on the frontier ranger n an official who is responsible for managing and protecting an area of forest ranger n a member of a military unit trained as shock troops for hit-and-run raids commando ranging adj wandering freely rangoon n the capital and largest city of Myanmar; located in the south near the Irrawaddy river delta rangy adj tall and thin and having long slender limbs gangly,lanky rangy adj adapted to wandering or roaming rangy adj allowing ample room for ranging rani n (the feminine of raja) a Hindu princess or the wife of a raja rank n a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another rank n relative status rank n the ordinary members of an organization (such as the enlisted soldiers of an army) rank n position in a social hierarchy rank v take or have a position relative to others rank v assign a rank or rating to rate,range,order,grade,place rank v take precedence or surpass others in rank outrank rank adj very fertile; producing profuse growth rank adj very offensive in smell or taste rank adj conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible crying,egregious,flagrant,glaring,gross rank adj complete and without restriction or qualification; sometimes used informally as intensifiers absolute,downright,sheer ranked adj arranged in a sequence of grades or ranks graded,stratified ranker n a commissioned officer who has been promoted from enlisted status ranker n an enlisted soldier who serves in the ranks of the armed forces rankin n leader in the women's suffrage movement in Montana; the first woman to serve in the United States House of Representatives (1880-1973) ranking n position on a scale in relation to others in status or rank or achievement ranking adj having a higher rank superior rankle v gnaw into; make resentful or angry fret,grate ransack v steal goods; take as spoils plunder,loot,reave,strip,rifle,pillage,foray ransack v search thoroughly comb ransacked adj wrongfully emptied or stripped of anything of value looted,pillaged,plundered ransacking n a thorough search for something (often causing disorder or confusion) rummage ransom n money demanded for the return of a captured person ransom n payment for the release of someone ransom n the act of freeing from captivity or punishment ransom v exchange or buy back for money; under threat redeem rant n a loud bombastic declamation expressed with strong emotion harangue,ranting rant n pompous or pretentious talk or writing bombast,fustian,claptrap,blah rant v talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner jabber,spout,rave ranting n a loud bombastic declamation expressed with strong emotion harangue,rant ranula n a cyst on the underside of the tongue rap n a reproach for some lapse or misdeed blame rap n a gentle blow strike,tap rap n the sound made by a gentle blow pat,tap rap n voluble conversation rap v strike sharply knap rap v make light, repeated taps on a surface tap,knock,pink rap v perform rap music rap v talk volubly rapacious adj living by preying on other animals especially by catching living prey predatory,raptorial,ravening rapacious adj excessively greedy and grasping ravening,voracious rapacious adj devouring or craving food in great quantities ravening,ravenous,voracious,wolfish rape n Eurasian plant cultivated for its seed and as a forage crop rape n the act of despoiling a country in warfare rape n the crime of forcing a person to submit to sexual intercourse against his or her will violation,assault rape v force (someone) to have sex against their will violate,assault,dishonor,dishonour,outrage rape v destroy and strip of its possession spoil,violate,plunder raped adj having been robbed and destroyed by force and violence pillaged,ravaged,sacked raper n someone who forces another to have sexual intercourse rapist rapeseed n seed of rape plants; source of an edible oil raphael n Italian painter whose many paintings exemplify the ideals of the High Renaissance (1483-1520) raphael n an archangel of the Hebrew tradition raphanus n radish rapid n a part of a river where the current is very fast rapid adj done or occurring in a brief period of time rapid adj characterized by speed; moving with or capable of moving with high speed speedy rapidity n a rate that is rapid celerity,quickness rapidly adv with speed quickly,speedily,apace rapier n a straight sword with a narrow blade and two edges tuck rapist n someone who forces another to have sexual intercourse raper rappel n (mountaineering) a descent of a vertical cliff or wall made by using a doubled rope that is fixed to a higher point and wrapped around the b rappel v descend by means of a rappel rappeller n a person who descends down a nearly vertical face by using a doubled rope that is wrapped around the body and attached to some high point rapper n someone who performs rap music rapper n a device (usually metal and ornamental) attached by a hinge to a door knocker rapport n a relationship of mutual understanding or trust and agreement between people resonance rapt adj feeling great rapture or delight ecstatic,enraptured,rapturous,rhapsodic raptor n any of numerous carnivorous birds that hunt and kill other animals raptorial adj relating to or characteristic of birds of prey raptorial adj living by preying on other animals especially by catching living prey predatory,rapacious,ravening rapture n a state of being carried away by overwhelming emotion ecstasy,transport rapture n a state of elated bliss ecstasy rapturous adj feeling great rapture or delight ecstatic,enraptured,rapt,rhapsodic rare adj not widely known; especially valued for its uncommonness rare adj recurring only at long intervals rare adj not widely distributed rare adj having low density rarefied rarefied adj having low density rare rarefied adj of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style exalted,elevated,sublime,grand,lofty,idealistic rarefy v lessen the density or solidity of rarefy v make more subtle or refined rarefy v weaken the consistency of (a chemical substance) attenuate rarely adv not often seldom often rareness n noteworthy scarcity rarity,infrequency rarity n noteworthy scarcity rareness,infrequency rarity n a rarified quality rarity n something unusual -- perhaps worthy of collecting curio,curiosity,oddity,peculiarity ras n the network in the reticular formation that serves an alerting or arousal function rascal n a deceitful and unreliable scoundrel rogue,knave rascal n one who is playfully mischievous imp,monkey rase v tear down so as to make flat with the ground level,raze,dismantle rash n any red eruption of the skin roseola rash n a series of unexpected and unpleasant occurrences blizzard rash adj imprudently incurring risk rash adj marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences foolhardy,heady,reckless rasher n a commercially important fish of the Pacific coast of North America rasht n city in northwestern Iran near the Caspian Sea rasmussen n Danish ethnologist and Arctic explorer; led expeditions into the Arctic to find support for his theory that Eskimos and North American India rasp n uttering in an irritated tone rasp n a coarse file with sharp pointed projections rasp v scrape with a rasp rasp v utter in a grating voice raspberry n woody brambles bearing usually red but sometimes black or yellow fruits that separate from the receptacle when ripe and are rounder and smal raspberry n red or black edible aggregate berries usually smaller than the related blackberries raspberry n a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt boo,hoot,hiss,razz,snort,bird rasputin n Siberian peasant monk who was religious advisor in the court of Nicholas II; was assassinated by Russian noblemen who feared that his debauc raspy adj unpleasantly harsh or grating in sound grating,gravelly,rough,scratchy rasta n follower of Rastafarianism raster n the rectangular formation of parallel scanning lines that guide the electron beam on a television screen or a computer monitor rat n any of various long-tailed rodents similar to but larger than a mouse rat n someone who works (or provides workers) during a strike scab,strikebreaker rat n a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible rotter,skunk,stinker,bum,puke,crumb,lowlife,git rat n one who reveals confidential information in return for money informer,squealer,blabber rat v desert one's party or group of friends, for example, for one's personal advantage rat v employ scabs or strike breakers in rat v take the place of work of someone on strike fink,scab rat v give (hair) the appearance of being fuller by using a rat ratatouille n a vegetable stew; usually made with tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini, peppers, onion, and seasonings ratchet n mechanical device consisting of a toothed wheel or rack engaged with a pawl that permits it to move in only one direction ratchet v move by degrees in one direction only rate n a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit rate n amount of a charge or payment relative to some basis rate n the relative speed of progress or change pace rate n a quantity or amount or measure considered as a proportion of another quantity or amount or measure rate v assign a rank or rating to rank,range,order,grade,place rate v be worthy of or have a certain rating rate v estimate the value of value ratel n nocturnal badger-like carnivore of wooded regions of Africa and southern Asia ratepayer n a person who pays local rates (especially a householder) rates n a local tax on property (usually used in the plural) rather adv on the contrary instead rather adv to some (great or small) extent kinda rather adv more readily or willingly preferably,sooner rather adv to a degree (not used with a negative) quite rathskeller n a tavern below street level featuring beer; originally a German restaurant in the basement of city hall ratification n making something valid by formally ratifying or confirming it confirmation ratified adj formally approved and invested with legal authority sanctioned ratify v approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation sign rating n an appraisal of the value of something evaluation,valuation rating n act of ascertaining or fixing the value or worth of evaluation rating n standing or position on a scale rating n rank in a military organization ratio n the relative magnitudes of two quantities (usually expressed as a quotient) ratio n the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree proportion ration n the food allowance for one day (especially for service personnel) ration n a fixed portion that is allotted (especially in times of scarcity) ration v restrict the consumption of a relatively scarce commodity, as during war ration v distribute in rations, as in the army rational n an integer or a fraction rational adj consistent with or based on or using reason irrational rational adj of or associated with or requiring the use of the mind intellectual rational adj capable of being expressed as a quotient of integers irrational rational adj having its source in or being guided by the intellect (as distinguished from experience or emotion) rationale n (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature) principle rationalise v structure and run according to rational or scientific principles in order to achieve desired results rationalize rationalise v defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning apologize,apologise,excuse,rationalize rationalise v think rationally; employ logic or reason rationalize rationalise v remove irrational quantities from rationalize rationality n the state of having good sense and sound judgment reason,reasonableness rationality n the quality of being consistent with or based on logic rationalization n the cognitive process of making something seem consistent with or based on reason rationalization n (psychiatry) a defense mechanism by which your true motivation is concealed by explaining your actions and feelings in a way that is not thr rationalization n (mathematics) the simplification of an expression or equation by eliminating radicals without changing the value of the expression or the ro rationalization n the organization of a business according to scientific principles of management in order to increase efficiency rationalize v defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning apologize,apologise,excuse,rationalise rationalize v weed out unwanted or unnecessary things cut,prune,rationalise rationalize v structure and run according to rational or scientific principles in order to achieve desired results rationalise rationalize v think rationally; employ logic or reason rationalise rationally adv in a rational manner irrationally rationed adj distributed equitably in limited individual portions rationing n the act of rationing ratline n (nautical) a small horizontal rope between the shrouds of a sailing ship; they form a ladder for climbing aloft rattail n deep-sea fish with a large head and body and long tapering tail rattan n climbing palm of Sri Lanka and southern India remarkable for the great length of the stems which are used for malacca canes rattan n the stem of various climbing palms of the genus Calamus and related genera used to make wickerwork and furniture and canes rattan n a switch made from the stems of the rattan palms rattle n a rapid series of short loud sounds (as might be heard with a stethoscope in some types of respiratory disorders) rattling,rale rattle n a baby's toy that makes percussive noises when shaken rattle n loosely connected horny sections at the end of a rattlesnake's tail rattle v make short successive sounds rattle v shake and cause to make a rattling noise rattled adj thrown into a state of agitated confusion; (`rattled' is an informal term) flustered,perturbed rattler n pit viper with horny segments at the end of the tail that rattle when shaken rattlesnake rattler n a railroad train consisting of freight cars rattlesnake n pit viper with horny segments at the end of the tail that rattle when shaken rattler rattling n a rapid series of short loud sounds (as might be heard with a stethoscope in some types of respiratory disorders) rattle,rale rattling adj extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers fantastic,grand,howling,marvelous,marvellous,terrific,tremendous,wonderful rattling adj quick and energetic alert,brisk,lively,merry,snappy,spanking,zippy rattling adv used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal very,really,real ratty adj of or characteristic of rats ratty adj showing signs of wear and tear shabby,tatty ratty adj dirty and infested with rats raucous adj unpleasantly loud and harsh strident raucous adj disturbing the public peace; loud and rough rowdy raunch n the quality of lacking taste and refinement vulgarity raunchy adj earthy and sexually explicit raunchy adj suggestive of or tending to moral looseness lewd,obscene,salacious raunchy adj thickly covered with ingrained dirt or soot dingy,grimy,grubby ravage n (usually plural) a destructive action depredation ravage v make a pillaging or destructive raid on (a place), as in wartimes harry ravage v cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly waste,devastate,desolate,scourge ravaged adj having been robbed and destroyed by force and violence pillaged,raped,sacked ravaging n plundering with excessive damage and destruction devastation ravaging adj ruinously destructive and wasting rave n a dance party that lasts all night and electronically synthesized music is played rave n an extravagantly enthusiastic review rave v participate in an all-night techno dance party rave v talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner rant,jabber,spout rave v praise enthusiastically gush ravel n French composer and exponent of Impressionism (1875-1937) ravel n a row of unravelled stitches run,ladder ravel v disentangle unravel ravel v tangle or complicate tangle,knot unravel raveling n a bit of fiber that has become separated from woven fabric raven n large black bird with a straight bill and long wedge-shaped tail raven v obtain or seize by violence raven v prey on or hunt for prey,predate raven v eat greedily devour,guttle,pig raven v feed greedily ravening adj living by preying on other animals especially by catching living prey predatory,rapacious,raptorial ravening adj excessively greedy and grasping rapacious,voracious ravening adj devouring or craving food in great quantities rapacious,ravenous,voracious,wolfish ravenna n a battle between the French and an alliance of Spaniards and Swiss and Venetians in 1512 ravenous adj extremely hungry famished,starved ravenous adj devouring or craving food in great quantities rapacious,ravening,voracious,wolfish raver n a participant in a rave dancing party raver n someone who rants and raves; speaks in a violent or loud manner ravine n a deep narrow steep-sided valley (especially one formed by running water) raving n declaiming wildly raving adv in a raving manner ravioli n small circular or square cases of dough with savory fillings ravishing adj stunningly beautiful raw n informal terms for nakedness altogether raw adj (used especially of commodities) being unprocessed or manufactured using only simple or minimal processes natural,rude raw adj having the surface exposed and painful raw adj not treated with heat to prepare it for eating cooked raw adj not processed or refined rawboned adj having a lean and bony physique rawhide n untanned hide especially of cattle; cut in strips it is used for whips and ropes rawness n a chilly dampness rawness n the state of being crude and incomplete and imperfect rawness n a pain that is felt (as when the area is touched) tenderness rawness n lack of experience and the knowledge and understanding derived from experience inexperience ray n a column of light (as from a beacon) beam,shaft,irradiation ray n a branch of an umbel or an umbelliform inflorescence ray n (mathematics) a straight line extending from a point ray n a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation beam ray v emit as rays ray v extend or spread outward from a center or focus or inward towards a center radiate ray v expose to radiation irradiate rayleigh n English physicist who studied the density of gases and discovered argon; made important contributions to acoustic theory (1842-1919) rayon n a synthetic silklike fabric raze v tear down so as to make flat with the ground level,rase,dismantle razed adj torn down and broken up demolished,dismantled razing n the event of a structure being completely demolished and leveled wrecking razing n complete destruction of a building leveling,demolishing razor n edge tool used in shaving razor v shave with a razor razorback n a mongrel hog with a thin body and long legs and a ridged back; a wild or semi-wild descendant of improved breeds; found chiefly in the sout razorback n any of several baleen whales of the family Balaenopteridae having longitudinal grooves on the throat and a small pointed dorsal fin rorqual razorback adj having a sharp narrow back razorbill n black-and-white northern Atlantic auk having a compressed sharp-edged bill razz n a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt boo,hoot,hiss,raspberry,snort,bird razz v harass with persistent criticism or carping tease,rag,cod,tantalize,bait,taunt,twit,rally razzle n any exciting and complex play intended to confuse (dazzle) the opponent re n a rare heavy polyvalent metallic element that resembles manganese chemically and is used in some alloys; is obtained as a by-product in refi re n ancient Egyptian sun god with the head of a hawk; a universal creator; he merged with the god Amen as Amen-Ra to become the king of the gods ra re n the syllable naming the second (supertonic) note of any major scale in solmization ray reabsorb v undergo resorption reach n the limits within which something can be effective range reach n an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" scope,range,orbit,compass reach n the act of physically reaching or thrusting out reaching,stretch reach n the limit of capability compass,range,grasp reach v reach a destination, either real or abstract make,attain,hit,gain reach v reach a point in time, or a certain state or level hit,attain reach v move forward or upward in order to touch; also in a metaphorical sense reach v be in or establish communication with contact reachable adj easily approached approachable reaching n the act of physically reaching or thrusting out reach,stretch reaching n accomplishment of an objective arrival react v show a response or a reaction to something respond react v act against or in opposition to oppose react v undergo a chemical reaction; react with another substance under certain conditions reaction n (chemistry) a process in which one or more substances are changed into others reaction n an idea evoked by some experience reaction n a bodily process occurring due to the effect of some antecedent stimulus or agent response reaction n (mechanics) the equal and opposite force that is produced when any force is applied to a body reactionary n an extreme conservative; an opponent of progress or liberalism ultraconservative reactionary adj opposed to political or social liberalism or reform reactivate v activate (an old file) anew reactive adj participating readily in reactions reactive adj reacting to a stimulus responsive reactivity n responsive to stimulation responsiveness reactivity n ready susceptibility to chemical change reactor n an electrical device used to introduce reactance into a circuit reactor n (physics) any of several kinds of apparatus that maintain and control a nuclear reaction for the production of energy or artificial elements read n something that is read read v interpret something that is written or printed read v have or contain a certain wording or form say read v look at, interpret, and say out loud something that is written or printed read v obtain data from magnetic tapes or other digital sources scan readability n the quality of written language that makes it easy to read and understand readability n a quality of writing (print or handwriting) that can be easily read legibility readable adj easily deciphered clear reader n a person who enjoys reading reader n someone who contracts to receive and pay for a service or a certain number of issues of a publication subscriber reader n a person who can read; a literate person reader n someone who reads manuscripts and judges their suitability for publication reviewer,referee readership n the audience reached by written communications (books or magazines or newspapers etc.) readily adv without much difficulty readily adv in a punctual manner promptly,pronto readiness n the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action) preparedness,preparation readiness n prompt willingness eagerness,zeal readiness n (psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way set readiness n a natural effortlessness facility reading n the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message reading n a particular interpretation or performance reading n a datum about some physical state that is presented to a user by a meter or similar instrument indication reading n written material intended to be read readjust v adjust anew readjust v adjust again after an initial failure reset readjustment n the act of adjusting again (to changed circumstances) readjustment n the act of adjusting something to match a standard adjustment,registration readmission n the act of admitting someone again readmit v admit anew readmit v admit again or anew readout n the output of a computer in readable form readout n the information displayed or recorded on an electronic device readout n an electronic device the displays information in a visual form ready n poised for action ready v prepare for eating by applying heat cook,fix,make,prepare ready v make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc fix,prepare,set ready adj completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress ready adj (of especially money) immediately available ready adj mentally disposed ready adj made suitable and available for immediate use readying n the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose preparation reaffiliation n affiliation anew reaffirm v affirm once again reaffirmation n renewed affirmation reassertion reagan n 40th President of the United States (1911-2004) reagent n a chemical agent for use in chemical reactions real n any rational or irrational number real n the basic unit of money in Brazil; equal to 100 centavos real n an old small silver Spanish coin real adj being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory existent unreal real adj no less than what is stated; worthy of the name unreal real adj not to be taken lightly real adj capable of being treated as fact tangible real adv used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal very,really,rattling realgar n a rare soft orange mineral consisting of arsenic sulphide; an important ore of arsenic realign v align anew or better realisation n a musical composition that has been completed or enriched by someone other than the composer realization realisation n coming to understand something clearly and distinctly realization,recognition realisation n a sale in order to obtain money (as a sale of stock or a sale of the estate of a bankrupt person) or the money so obtained realization realisation n the completion or enrichment of a piece of music left sparsely notated by a composer realization realise v earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages gain,clear,make,earn,realize realise v convert into cash; of goods and property realize realise v expand or complete (a part in a piece of baroque music) by supplying the harmonies indicated in the figured bass realize realise v make real or concrete; give reality or substance to realize,actualize,substantiate realised adj successfully completed or brought to an end accomplished,completed,realized realism n the attribute of accepting the facts of life and favoring practicality and literal truth pragmatism realism n the state of being actual or real reality realism n (philosophy) the philosophical doctrine that physical objects continue to exist when not perceived realism n an artistic movement in 19th century France; artists and writers strove for detailed realistic and factual description naturalism realist n a philosopher who believes that universals are real and exist independently of anyone thinking of them realist n a person who accepts the world as it literally is and deals with it accordingly realist n a painter who represents the world realistically and not in an idealized or romantic style realistic adj aware or expressing awareness of things as they really are unrealistic realistic adj representing what is real; not abstract or ideal naturalistic realistic adj of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of realism realistically adv in a realistic manner realistically adv in a realistic manner reality n all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you world reality n the state of being actual or real realism unreality reality n the state of the world as it really is rather than as you might want it to be reality n the quality possessed by something that is real unreality realizable adj capable of being realized realizable adj capable of existing or taking place or proving true; possible to do accomplishable,achievable,doable,manageable realization n coming to understand something clearly and distinctly realisation,recognition realization n making real or giving the appearance of reality realisation realization n a musical composition that has been completed or enriched by someone other than the composer realisation realization n a sale in order to obtain money (as a sale of stock or a sale of the estate of a bankrupt person) or the money so obtained realisation realize v be fully aware or cognizant of recognize,recognise,realise realize v perceive (an idea or situation) mentally understand,realise,see realize v make real or concrete; give reality or substance to realise,actualize,substantiate realize v earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages gain,clear,make,earn,realise realized adj successfully completed or brought to an end accomplished,completed,realised reallocate v allocate, distribute, or apportion anew reallocation n a share that has been allocated again reallocation n a new apportionment (especially a new apportionment of congressional seats in the United States on the basis of census results) reapportionment really adv in accordance with truth or fact or reality truly,genuinely really adv in actual fact actually really adv in fact (used as intensifiers or sentence modifiers) truly really adv used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal very,real,rattling realm n a domain in which something is dominant kingdom,land realm n the domain ruled by a king or queen kingdom realm n a knowledge domain that you are interested in or are communicating about region realtor n a real estate agent who is a member of the National Association of Realtors realty n property consisting of houses and land immovable ream n a large quantity of written matter ream n a quantity of paper; 480 or 500 sheets; one ream equals 20 quires ream v squeeze the juice out (of a fruit) with a reamer ream v remove by making a hole or by boring ream v enlarge with a reamer reamer n a squeezer with a conical ridged center that is used for squeezing juice from citrus fruit juicer reamer n a drill that is used to shape or enlarge holes reap v gather, as of natural products harvest,glean reap v get or derive draw reaper n someone who helps to gather the harvest harvester reaper n Death personified as an old man or a skeleton with a scythe reaper n farm machine that gathers a food crop from the fields harvester reappear v appear again reappearance n the event of something appearing again reappearance n the act of someone appearing again return reapportionment n a new apportionment (especially a new apportionment of congressional seats in the United States on the basis of census results) reallocation reappraisal n a new appraisal or evaluation revaluation,review,reassessment reappraise v appraise anew rear n the back of a military formation or procession head rear n the side of an object that is opposite its front backside front rear n the part of something that is furthest from the normal viewer back rear n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,bum,buns,can,fundament rear v stand up on the hind legs, of quadrupeds rear v look after a child until it is an adult raise,nurture,parent rear v rise up rise,lift rear v cause to rise up erect rear adj located in or toward the back or rear rearward rearguard n a detachment assigned to protect the rear of a (retreating) military body rearing n the properties acquired as a consequence of the way you were treated as a child raising,nurture rearing n helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community breeding,fostering,nurture,raising,upbringing rearing adj rearing on left hind leg with forelegs elevated and head usually in profile rampant rearm v arm again rearm v arm anew rearmament n the act of arming again rearrange v put into a new order or arrangement rearrangement n changing an arrangement rearward n direction toward the rear rearward adj located in or toward the back or rear rear rearward adj directed or moving toward the rear reverse rearward adv at or to or toward the back or rear back,backward,backwards reason n a rational motive for a belief or action ground reason n an explanation of the cause of some phenomenon reason n the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination understanding,intellect reason n the state of having good sense and sound judgment rationality,reasonableness reason v decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion conclude reason v present reasons and arguments argue reason v think logically reasonable adj showing reason or sound judgment sensible unreasonable reasonable adj not excessive or extreme fair reasonable adj marked by sound judgment sane reasonableness n the state of having good sense and sound judgment rationality,reason reasonableness n goodness of reason and judgment reasonableness n the property of being moderate in price or expenditures reasonableness n moderation in expectations reasonably adv to certain extent or degree moderately,pretty,jolly,somewhat,fairly,middling,passably unreasonably reasonably adv with good sense or in a reasonable or intelligent manner sensibly unreasonably reasoned adj logically valid sound reasoner n someone who reasons logically reasoning n thinking that is coherent and logical reasoning adj endowed with the capacity to reason intelligent,thinking reassemble v assemble once again, after taking something apart reassembly n assembling again reassert v strengthen or make more firm confirm reassertion n renewed affirmation reaffirmation reassess v revise or renew one's assessment reevaluate reassessment n a new appraisal or evaluation reappraisal,revaluation,review reassign v transfer somebody to a different position or location of work transfer reassignment n assignment to a different duty reassurance n the act of reassuring; restoring someone's confidence reassure v cause to feel sure; give reassurance to assure worry reassure v give or restore confidence in; cause to feel sure or certain reassured adj having confidence restored; freed from anxiety reassuring adj restoring confidence and relieving anxiety reassuringly adv in a reassuring manner reave v steal goods; take as spoils plunder,loot,strip,rifle,ransack,pillage,foray reawaken v awaken once again rebate n a refund of some fraction of the amount paid discount rebate n a rectangular groove made to hold two pieces together rabbet rebate v give a reduction in the price during a sale rebate v cut a rebate in (timber or stone) rebate v join with a rebate rebecca n (Old Testament) wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau rebel n `Johnny' was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; `greyback' derived from their johnny rebel n a person who takes part in an armed rebellion against the constituted authority (especially in the hope of improving conditions) insurgent rebel n someone who exhibits great independence in thought and action maverick rebel v take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance arise,rise rebel v break with established customs renegade rebellion n refusal to accept some authority or code or convention rebellion n organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another insurrection,revolt,rising,uprising rebellious adj resisting control or authority rebellious adj discontented as toward authority disaffected,malcontent rebellious adj participating in organized resistance to a constituted government rebelliousness n intentionally contemptuous behavior or attitude defiance rebelliousness n an insubordinate act insubordination rebirth n after death the soul begins a new cycle of existence in another human body rebirth n a second or new birth reincarnation rebirth n the revival of learning and culture renaissance rebirth n a spiritual enlightenment causing a person to lead a new life conversion reboot v cause to load (an operating system) and start the initial processes boot reborn adj spiritually reborn or converted reborn adj restored to new life and vigor revitalized rebound n a movement back from an impact recoil,repercussion,backlash rebound n a reaction to a crisis or setback or frustration rebound n the act of securing possession of the rebounding basketball after a missed shot rebound v spring back; spring away from an impact bounce,resile,spring,bound,recoil,reverberate,ricochet rebound v return to a former condition rally rebroadcast n a broadcast that repeated at a later time rebroadcast v broadcast again, as of a film rerun rebuff n a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval) slight rebuff n an instance of driving away or warding off snub,repulse rebuff v reject outright and bluntly snub,repel rebuff v force or drive back repel,repulse rebuild v build again reconstruct rebuilding n building again rebuke n an act or expression of criticism and censure reproof,reprimand rebuke v censure severely or angrily rag,trounce,lecture,reprimand,jaw,scold,chide,berate rebus n a puzzle where you decode a message consisting of pictures representing syllables and words rebut v overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof refute rebut v prove to be false or incorrect refute rebuttal n the speech act of refuting by offering a contrary contention or argument rebuttal n (law) a pleading by the defendant in reply to a plaintiff's surrejoinder recalcitrance n the trait of being unmanageable recalcitrant adj stubbornly resistant to authority or control fractious,refractory recalcitrant adj marked by stubborn resistance to authority recalculate v calculate anew recalculation n the act of calculating again (usually to eliminate errors or to include additional data) recall n a request by the manufacturer of a defective product to return the product (as for replacement or repair) callback recall n a call to return recall n a bugle call that signals troops to return recall n the process of remembering (especially the process of recovering information by mental effort) recollection,reminiscence recall v recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection remember,retrieve,recollect,think recall v go back to something earlier return recall v call to mind echo recall v summon to return recant v formally reject or disavow a formerly held belief, usually under pressure forswear,retract,resile recantation n a disavowal or taking back of a previous assertion retraction recap n a summary at the end that repeats the substance of a longer discussion review recap n a used automobile tire that has been remolded to give it new treads retread recap v summarize briefly recapitulate recapitulate v summarize briefly recap recapitulate v repeat stages of evolutionary development during the embryonic phase of life recapitulate v repeat an earlier theme of a composition reprise,repeat recapture n a legal seizure by the government of profits beyond a fixed amount recapture n the act of taking something back retaking recapture v experience anew recapture v take up anew recapture v take back by force, as after a battle retake recapture v capture again retake recast v cast again, in a different role recast v cast again remold recast v cast or model anew remodel recasting n changing a particular word or phrase recede v pull back or move away or backward withdraw,retreat,retire advance recede v retreat recede v become faint or more distant receding n a slow or gradual disappearance receding n the act of becoming more distant recession receding adj (of a hairline e.g.) moving slowly back receipt n the act of receiving reception receipt n an acknowledgment (usually tangible) that payment has been made receipt v report the receipt of acknowledge receipt v mark or stamp as paid receipts n the entire amount of income before any deductions are made gross,revenue receivable adj awaiting payment receivables n money that you currently expect to receive from notes or accounts receive v get something; come into possession of have receive v receive a specified treatment (abstract) get,find,obtain,incur receive v register (perceptual input) receive v go through (mental or physical states or experiences) experience,have,get received adj conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers standard received adj widely accepted as true or worthy receiver n set that receives radio or tv signals receiver n (law) a person (usually appointed by a court of law) who liquidates assets or preserves them for the benefit of affected parties liquidator receiver n earphone that converts electrical signals into sounds receiver n a person who receives something recipient receivership n the state of property that is in the hands of a receiver receivership n a court action that places property under the control of a receiver during litigation so that it can be preserved for the benefit of all receivership n the office of a receiver recent n approximately the last 10,000 years recent adj new recent adj of the immediate past or just previous to the present time late recently adv in the recent past late,lately receptacle n a container that is used to put or keep things in receptacle n enlarged tip of a stem that bears the floral parts receptacle n an electrical (or electronic) fitting that is connected to a source of power and equipped to receive an insert reception n the manner in which something is greeted response reception n a formal party of people; as after a wedding reception n quality or fidelity of a received broadcast reception n the act of receiving receipt receptionist n a secretary whose main duty is to answer the telephone and receive visitors receptive adj open to arguments, ideas, or change receptive adj ready or willing to receive favorably open unreceptive receptive adj of a nerve fiber or impulse originating outside and passing toward the central nervous system sensory receptive adj able to absorb liquid (not repellent) receptivity n willingness or readiness to receive (especially impressions or ideas) openness receptor n a cellular structure that is postulated to exist in order to mediate between a chemical agent that acts on nervous tissue and the physiologi receptor n an organ having nerve endings (in the skin or viscera or eye or ear or nose or mouth) that respond to stimulation effector recess n a state of abeyance or suspended business deferral recess n a small concavity recession,niche,corner recess n an arm off of a larger body of water (often between rocky headlands) inlet recess n an enclosure that is set back or indented niche recess v put into a recess recess v make a recess in recess v close at the end of a session adjourn recessed adj having a sunken area sunken recessed adj resembling an alcove recession n the state of the economy declines; a widespread decline in the GDP and employment and trade lasting from six months to a year recession n a small concavity recess,niche,corner recession n the withdrawal of the clergy and choir from the chancel to the vestry at the end of a church service recession n the act of ceding back recessionary adj of or pertaining to a recession recessive recessive n an allele that produces its characteristic phenotype only when its paired allele is identical recessive adj of or pertaining to a recession recessionary recessive adj (of genes) producing its characteristic phenotype only when its allele is identical dominant recharge v load anew reload recharge v charge anew recidivism n habitual relapse into crime recidivist n someone who is repeatedly arrested for criminal behavior (especially for the same criminal behavior) repeater recidivist n someone who lapses into previous undesirable patterns of behavior backslider recipe n directions for making something formula recipient n a person who receives something receiver recipient n the semantic role of the animate entity that is passively involved in the happening denoted by the verb in the clause reciprocal n something (a term or expression or concept) that has an inverse relation to something else reciprocal n (mathematics) one of a pair of numbers whose product is 1: the reciprocal of 2/3 is 3/2; the multiplicative inverse of 7 is 1/7 reciprocal n hybridization involving a pair of crosses that reverse the sexes associated with each genotype reciprocal adj concerning each of two or more persons or things; especially given or done in return mutual reciprocal adj of or relating to the multiplicative inverse of a quantity or function reciprocate v act, feel, or give mutually or in return reciprocate v alternate the direction of motion of reciprocity n a relation of mutual dependence or action or influence reciprocity n mutual exchange of commercial or other privileges recission n (law) the act of rescinding; the cancellation of a contract and the return of the parties to the positions they would have had if the contra rescission recital n the act of giving an account describing incidents or a course of events narration,yarn recital n performance of music or dance especially by soloists recital n a public instance of reciting or repeating (from memory) something prepared in advance recitation,reading recital n a detailed statement giving facts and figures recitation n written matter that is recited from memory recitation n a public instance of reciting or repeating (from memory) something prepared in advance recital,reading recitation n a regularly scheduled session as part of a course of study recitation n systematic training by multiple repetitions exercise,practice,drill recite v recite in elocution declaim recite v repeat aloud from memory recite v render verbally retell recite v narrate or give a detailed account of tell,narrate,recount reckless adj marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences foolhardy,heady,rash reckless adj characterized by careless unconcern heedless recklessly adv in a reckless manner recklessness n the trait of giving little thought to danger reckon v expect, believe, or suppose think,opine,suppose,imagine,guess reckon v judge to be probable calculate,estimate,figure,forecast reckon v deem to be see,consider,view,regard reckon v make a mathematical calculation or computation calculate,cipher,cypher,compute,figure reckoner n an expert at calculation (or at operating calculating machines) calculator,estimator,computer reckoner n a handbook of tables used to facilitate computation reckoning n problem solving that involves numbers or quantities calculation,computation,figuring reckoning n a bill for an amount due tally reckoning n the act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order count,counting,enumeration,tally reclaim v claim back repossess reclaim v reuse (materials from waste products) recover reclaim v bring, lead, or force to abandon a wrong or evil course of life, conduct, and adopt a right one reform,regenerate,rectify reclaim v make useful again; transform from a useless or uncultivated state reclaimed adj delivered from danger rescued reclamation n the conversion of wasteland into land suitable for use of habitation or cultivation renewal,rehabilitation reclamation n rescuing from error and returning to a rightful course reformation reclamation n the recovery of useful substances from waste products reclassification n classifying something again (usually in a new category) reclassify v classify anew, change the previous classification recline v move the upper body backwards and down recline v cause to recline recline v lean in a comfortable resting position repose recliner n an armchair whose back can be lowered and foot can be raised to allow the sitter to recline in it reclining n the act of assuming or maintaining a reclining position recluse n one who lives in solitude hermit,solitary recluse adj withdrawn from society; seeking solitude reclusive,withdrawn reclusive adj withdrawn from society; seeking solitude recluse,withdrawn reclusive adj providing privacy or seclusion cloistered,secluded,sequestered recognisable adj capable of being recognized recognizable,placeable recognise v show approval or appreciation of recognize recognise v grant credentials to accredit,recognize recognise v detect with the senses spot,recognize,distinguish,discern recognise v express greetings upon meeting someone greet,recognize recognised adj provided with a secure reputation recognized recognised adj generally approved or compelling recognition accepted,recognized recognition n the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged acknowledgment,acknowledgement recognition n the process of recognizing something or someone by remembering identification recognition n approval credit recognition n coming to understand something clearly and distinctly realization,realisation recognizable adj easily perceived; easy to become aware of recognizable adj capable of being recognized recognisable,placeable recognizably adv to a recognizable degree recognizance n (law) a security entered into before a court with a condition to perform some act required by law; on failure to perform that act a sum is f recognize v accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority acknowledge,recognise,know recognize v be fully aware or cognizant of recognise,realize,realise recognize v detect with the senses spot,recognise,distinguish,discern recognize v perceive to be the same recognise recognized adj generally approved or compelling recognition accepted,recognised recognized adj provided with a secure reputation recognised recoil n the backward jerk of a gun when it is fired kick recoil n a movement back from an impact repercussion,rebound,backlash recoil v draw back, as with fear or pain flinch,squinch,funk,cringe,shrink,wince,quail recoil v come back to the originator of an action with an undesired effect backfire,backlash recoil v spring back; spring away from an impact bounce,resile,spring,bound,rebound,reverberate,ricochet recoil v spring back, as from a forceful thrust kick recollect v recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection remember,retrieve,recall,think recollection n the ability to recall past occurrences remembrance recollection n the process of remembering (especially the process of recovering information by mental effort) recall,reminiscence recollection n something recalled to the mind recombination n (physics) a combining of charges or transfer of electrons in a gas that results in the neutralization of ions; important for ions arising fr recombination n (genetics) a combining of genes or characters different from what they were in the parents recombine v undergo genetic recombination recombine v cause genetic recombination recombine v to combine or put together again recommend v push for something urge,advocate recommend v express a good opinion of commend recommend v make attractive or acceptable recommendation n something (as a course of action) that is recommended as advisable recommendation n something that recommends (or expresses commendation of) a person or thing as worthy or desirable testimonial recommendation n any quality or characteristic that gains a person a favorable reception or acceptance or admission passport recommit v commit once again, as of a crime recommit v commit again recommit v send back to a committee recompense n payment or reward (as for service rendered) recompense n the act of compensating for service or loss or injury compensation recompense v make amends for; pay compensation for compensate,repair,indemnify recompense v make payment to; compensate compensate,remunerate reconcile v make (one thing) compatible with (another) accommodate reconcile v bring into consonance or accord harmonize reconcile v come to terms settle reconcile v accept as inevitable resign,submit reconciled adj made compatible or consistent reconciliation n the reestablishing of cordial relations reconciliation n getting two things to correspond balancing reconciling adj tending to reconcile or accommodate; bringing into harmony accommodative recondite adj difficult to penetrate; incomprehensible to one of ordinary understanding or knowledge abstruse,deep recondition v bring into an improved condition reconfirm v confirm again reconnaissance n the act of reconnoitring (especially to gain information about an enemy or potential enemy) reconnoiter v explore, often with the goal of finding something or somebody scout,reconnoitre reconnoitre v explore, often with the goal of finding something or somebody scout,reconnoiter reconquer v conquer anew reconsider v consider again; give new consideration to; usually with a view to changing reconsider v consider again (a bill) that had been voted upon before, with a view to altering it reconsideration n a consideration of a topic (as in a meeting) with a view to changing an earlier decision reconsideration n thinking again about a choice previously made afterthought,rethink reconstitute v construct or form anew or provide with a new structure restructure reconstruct v reassemble mentally construct,retrace reconstruct v build again rebuild reconstruct v cause somebody to adapt or reform socially or politically reconstruct v return to its original or usable and functioning condition restore reconstructed adj adapted to social or economic change unreconstructed reconstruction n the period after the American Civil War when the southern states were reorganized and reintegrated into the Union; 1865-1877 reconstruction n the activity of constructing something again reconstruction n an interpretation formed by piecing together bits of evidence reconstruction n recall that is hypothesized to work by storing abstract features which are then used to construct the memory during recall reconstructive adj helping to restore to good condition rehabilitative reconvene v meet again reconvert v convert back record n anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events record n sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove; used to reproduce music by rotating while a phonograph needle tracks in the g disk,disc,platter record n the number of wins versus losses and ties a team has had record n the sum of recognized accomplishments record v make a record of; set down in permanent form enter record v register electronically tape erase record v indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments read,register,show record v be aware of register recorded adj set down or registered in a permanent form especially on film or tape for reproduction live recorded adj (of securities) having the owner's name entered in a register recorder n equipment for making records recorder n someone responsible for keeping records registrar recorder n a barrister or solicitor who serves as part-time judge in towns or boroughs recorder n a tubular wind instrument with 8 finger holes and a fipple mouthpiece recording n a signal that encodes something (e.g., picture or sound) that has been recorded recording n the act of making a record (especially an audio record) transcription recording n a storage device on which information (sounds or images) have been recorded recount n an additional (usually a second) count; especially of the votes in a close election recount v narrate or give a detailed account of tell,narrate,recite recount v count again recounting n an act of narration relation,telling recoup v reimburse or compensate (someone), as for a loss reimburse recoup v regain or make up for recover,recuperate recoup v retain and refrain from disbursing; of payments withhold,deduct recourse n act of turning to for assistance resort,refuge recourse n something or someone turned to for assistance or security refuge,resort recover v get or find back; recover the use of retrieve,find,regain recover v get over an illness or shock recuperate,convalesce recover v regain a former condition after a financial loss recuperate recover v regain or make up for recoup,recuperate recoverable adj capable of being recovered or regained recovered adj freed from illness or injury cured,healed recovered adj found after being lost recovering adj returning to health after illness or debility convalescent recovery n return to an original state recovery n gradual healing (through rest) after sickness or injury convalescence,recuperation recovery n the act of regaining or saving something lost (or in danger of becoming lost) retrieval recreate v give new life or energy to animate,revive,renovate,repair,quicken recreate v engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion play recreate v give encouragement to cheer,hearten,embolden recreate v create anew recreation n an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates diversion recreation n activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation refreshment recreational adj of or relating to recreation recreational adj engaged in as a pastime amateur,unpaid recriminate v return an accusation against someone or engage in mutual accusations; charge in return recrimination n mutual accusations recruit n a recently enlisted soldier recruit n any new member or supporter (as in the armed forces) recruit v register formally as a participant or member enroll,inscribe,enter recruit v seek to employ recruit v cause to assemble or enlist in the military levy,raise recruiter n someone who supplies members or employees recruiter n an official who enlists personnel for military service recruitment n the act of getting recruits; enlisting people for the army (or for a job or a cause etc.) enlisting rectal adj of or involving the rectum rectangle n a parallelogram with four right angles rectangular adj having four right angles rectangular adj having a set of mutually perpendicular axes; meeting at right angles orthogonal rectification n (chemistry) the process of refinement or purification of a substance by distillation rectification n the conversion of alternating current to direct current rectification n the act of offering an improvement to replace a mistake; setting right correction rectification n determination of the length of a curve; finding a straight line equal in length to a given curve rectified adj having been put right rectifier n electrical device that transforms alternating into direct current rectifier n a person who corrects or sets right rectify v math: determine the length of rectify v reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state; separate from extraneous matter or cleanse from impurities refine rectify v bring, lead, or force to abandon a wrong or evil course of life, conduct, and adopt a right one reform,reclaim,regenerate rectify v set straight or right remedy,repair,amend rectitude n righteousness as a consequence of being honorable and honest uprightness rector n a person authorized to conduct religious worship curate,minister,parson,pastor rectory n an official residence provided by a church for its parson or vicar or rector parsonage,vicarage rectum n the terminal section of the alimentary canal; from the sigmoid flexure to the anus rectus n any of various straight muscles recuperate v regain or make up for recover,recoup recuperate v regain a former condition after a financial loss recover recuperate v restore to good health or strength recuperate v get over an illness or shock recover,convalesce deteriorate recuperation n gradual healing (through rest) after sickness or injury convalescence,recovery recuperative adj promoting recuperation restorative recur v happen or occur again repeat recur v return in thought or speech to something recur v have recourse to resort recurrence n happening again (especially at regular intervals) return recurrent adj recurring again and again perennial,repeated recurring adj coming back revenant recursive adj of or relating to a recursion recuse v disqualify oneself (as a judge) in a particular case recuse v challenge or except to a judge as being incompetent or interested, in canon and civil law recycle v cause to repeat a cycle recycle v use again after processing reprocess,reuse recycling n used or abandoned materials for use in creating new products recycling n the act of processing used or abandoned materials for use in creating new products red n red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood redness red n a tributary of the Mississippi River that flows eastward from Texas along the southern boundary of Oklahoma and through Louisiana red n emotionally charged terms used to refer to extreme radicals or revolutionaries bolshevik,marxist red n the amount by which the cost of a business exceeds its revenue loss red adj of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies reddish,ruddy,carmine,cerise,cherry,crimson,ruby,scarlet red adj characterized by violence or bloodshed crimson,violent red adj (especially of the face) reddened or suffused with or as if with blood from emotion or exertion crimson,flushed redact n someone who puts text into appropriate form for publication redactor redact v formulate in a particular style or language frame,cast,put,couch redact v prepare for publication or presentation by correcting, revising, or adapting edit redaction n putting something (as a literary work or a legislative bill) into acceptable form editing redaction n the act of putting something in writing redactor n someone who puts text into appropriate form for publication redact redbird n the male is bright red with black wings and tail firebird redbird n crested thick-billed North American finch having bright red plumage in the male cardinal redbone n a speedy red or red-and-tan American hound redbud n small shrubby tree of eastern North America similar to the Judas tree having usually pink flowers; found in damp sheltered underwood redcoat n British soldier; so-called because of his red coat (especially during the American Revolution) redden v turn red, as if in embarrassment or shame blush,crimson,flush redden v make red redden v turn red or redder redding n a town in north central California on the Sacramento River reddish adj of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies red,ruddy,carmine,cerise,cherry,crimson,ruby,scarlet rede v give an interpretation or explanation to interpret rede v give advice to advise,counsel redecorate v redo the decoration of an apartment or house rededicate v dedicate anew rededication n a new dedication redeem v save from sins deliver,save redeem v restore the honor or worth of redeem v to turn in (vouchers or coupons) and receive something in exchange redeem v exchange or buy back for money; under threat ransom redeemable adj recoverable upon payment or fulfilling a condition redeemable adj able to be converted into ready money or the equivalent redeemable adj susceptible to improvement or reform redeemed adj saved from the bondage of sin redeeming adj bringing about salvation or redemption from sin redemptive,saving redeeming adj compensating for some fault or defect redefine v give a new or different definition to redefine v give a new or different definition of (a word) redefinition n the act of giving a new definition redemption n (theology) the act of delivering from sin or saving from evil salvation redemption n repayment of the principal amount of a debt or security at or before maturity (as when a corporation repurchases its own stock) redemption n the act of purchasing back something previously sold repurchase redemptive adj of or relating to or resulting in redemption redemptive adj bringing about salvation or redemption from sin redeeming,saving redeploy v deploy anew redeployment n the withdrawal and redistribution of forces in an attempt to use them more effectively redeposition n deposition from one deposit to another redesign v design anew, make a new design for redevelop v develop for a second time, in order to improve the contrast, colour, etc., of a negative or print redevelop v formulate or develop again, of an improved theory or hypothesis reformulate redevelop v change the plans for the use of (land) redevelopment n the act of improving by renewing and restoring renovation,overhaul redeye n a night flight from which the passengers emerge with eyes red from lack of sleep redfish n North Atlantic rockfish redfish n large edible fish found off coast of United States from Massachusetts to Mexico redfish n male salmon that has recently spawned redford n United States actor and filmmaker who starred with Paul Newman in several films (born in 1936) redhead n someone who has red hair redhead n North American diving duck with a grey-and-black body and reddish-brown head redhead n black-and-white North American woodpecker having a red head and neck redheaded adj having red hair and usually fair skin redirect v channel into a new direction rediscover v discover again rediscovery n the act of discovering again redistribute v distribute anew redistributed adj having population and industries relocated from urban to outlying areas redistribution n distributing again redline v discriminate in selling or renting housing in certain areas of a neighborhood redneck n a poor White person in the southern United States cracker redness n a response of body tissues to injury or irritation; characterized by pain and swelling and redness and heat inflammation redness n red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood red redo v make new remake redo v do over, as of (part of) a house remodel,reconstruct redolence n a pleasingly sweet olfactory property bouquet,fragrance,sweetness redolent adj serving to bring to mind evocative,reminiscent,resonant redolent adj (used with `of' or `with') noticeably odorous smelling redolent adj having a strong pleasant odor aromatic redonda n an island in Antigua and Barbuda redouble v double in magnitude, extent, or intensity redouble v double again redouble v make twice as great or intense redoubled adj become much greater in intensity or size or amount redoubt n (military) a temporary or supplementary fortification; typically square or polygonal without flanking defenses redoubt n an entrenched stronghold or refuge redoubtable adj inspiring fear formidable,unnerving redoubtable adj worthy of respect or honor redound v return or recoil redound v contribute redound v have an effect for good or ill redpoll n small siskin-like finch with a red crown redpoll n small siskin-like finch with a red crown and a rosy breast and rump redraft n a draft for the amount of a dishonored draft plus the costs and charges of drafting again redress n a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury damages,amends,indemnity,indemnification,restitution redress n act of correcting an error or a fault or an evil remedy,remediation redress v make reparations or amends for right,compensate,correct redshift n (astronomy) a shift in the spectra of very distant galaxies toward longer wavelengths (toward the red end of the spectrum); generally interp redstart n flycatching warbler of eastern North America the male having bright orange on sides and wings and tail redstart n European songbird with a reddish breast and tail; related to Old World robins reduce v cut down on; make a reduction in trim,cut reduce v make less complex reduce v bring to humbler or weaker state or condition reduce v simplify the form of a mathematical equation of expression by substituting one term for another reduced adj made less in size or amount or degree decreased reduced adj well below normal (especially in price) reducible adj capable of being reduced reducing n any process in which electrons are added to an atom or ion (as by removing oxygen or adding hydrogen); always occurs accompanied by oxidatio reduction reducing n loss of excess weight (as by dieting); becoming slimmer reduction n the act of decreasing or reducing something decrease,diminution reduction n any process in which electrons are added to an atom or ion (as by removing oxygen or adding hydrogen); always occurs accompanied by oxidatio reducing reduction n the act of reducing complexity simplification redundancy n repetition of messages to reduce the probability of errors in transmission redundancy n the attribute of being superfluous and unneeded redundancy n (electronics) a system design that duplicates components to provide alternatives in case one component fails redundancy n repetition of an act needlessly redundant adj more than is needed, desired, or required excess,extra,spare,superfluous,surplus redundant adj repetition of same sense in different words redux adj brought back redwood n the soft reddish wood of either of two species of sequoia trees redwood n either of two huge coniferous California trees that reach a height of 300 feet; sometimes placed in the Taxodiaceae sequoia reed n tall woody perennial grasses with hollow slender stems especially of the genera Arundo and Phragmites reed n United States journalist who reported on the October Revolution from Petrograd in 1917; founded the Communist Labor Party in America in 1919 reed n United States physician who proved that yellow fever is transmitted by mosquitoes (1851-1902) reed n a vibrator consisting of a thin strip of stiff material that vibrates to produce a tone when air streams over it reedy adj having a tone of a reed instrument reedy adj resembling a reed in being upright and slender reef n a submerged ridge of rock or coral near the surface of the water reef n a rocky region in the southern Transvaal in northeastern South Africa; contains rich gold deposits and coal and manganese rand reef n one of several strips across a sail that can be taken in or rolled up to lessen the area of the sail that is exposed to the wind reef v lower and bring partially inboard reef v roll up (a portion of a sail) in order to reduce its area reef v reduce (a sail) by taking in a reef reefer n marijuana leaves rolled into a cigarette for smoking joint,stick reek n a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant malodor,stench,stink,fetor reek v have an element suggestive (of something) smack,smell reek v smell badly and offensively stink reek v be wet with sweat or blood, as of one's face fume reek v give off smoke, fumes, warm vapour, steam, etc. reeking adj wet with secreted or exuded moisture such as sweat or tears watery reeking adj giving off a strong unpleasant smell reel n a roll of photographic film holding a series of frames to be projected by a movie projector reel n music composed for dancing a reel reel n winder consisting of a revolving spool with a handle; attached to a fishing rod reel n a winder around which thread or tape or film or other flexible materials can be wound bobbin,spool reel v walk as if unable to control one's movements stagger,keel,lurch,swag,careen reel v revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis spin,whirl,gyrate reel v wind onto or off a reel reelection n election again reenact v enact or perform again reenact v enact again reenact v act out; represent or perform as if in a play enact reenactment n performing a role in an event that occurred at an earlier time reentry n the act of entering again reestablish v bring back into original existence, use, function, or position restore,reinstate reevaluate v revise or renew one's assessment reassess reeve n female ruff reeve v pass a rope through reeve v pass through a hole or opening reeve v fasten by passing through a hole or around something ref n (sports) the chief official (as in boxing or American football) who is expected to ensure fair play referee refer v make reference to mention,advert,cite,name refer v be relevant to pertain,relate,concern,touch refer v think of, regard, or classify under a subsuming principle or with a general group or in relation to another refer v send or direct for treatment, information, or a decision referee n (sports) the chief official (as in boxing or American football) who is expected to ensure fair play ref referee n someone who reads manuscripts and judges their suitability for publication reviewer,reader referee n an attorney appointed by a court to investigate and report on a case referee v be a referee or umpire in a sports competition umpire referee v evaluate professionally a colleague's work reference n a remark that calls attention to something or someone mention reference n a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage citation,cite,acknowledgment,credit,mention,quotation reference n an indicator that orients you generally reference n a book to which you can refer for authoritative facts reference v refer to cite referenced adj supported with written references or citations referendum n a legislative act is referred for final approval to a popular vote by the electorate referent n something referred to; the object of a reference referent n the first term in a proposition; the term to which other terms relate referent n something that refers; a term that refers to another term referent adj having reference referral n a person whose case has been referred to a specialist or professional group referral n a recommendation to consult the (professional) person or group to whom one has been referred referral n the act of referring (as forwarding an applicant for employment or referring a matter to an appropriate agency) refill n a prescription drug that is provided again refill n a commercial product that refills a container with its appropriate contents refill v fill something that had previously been emptied replenish refinance v renew the financing of refine v improve or perfect by pruning or polishing polish,down refine v make more complex, intricate, or richer complicate,elaborate refine v treat or prepare so as to put in a usable condition refine v reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state; separate from extraneous matter or cleanse from impurities rectify refined adj (used of persons and their behavior) cultivated and genteel unrefined refined adj freed from impurities by processing processed unrefined refined adj showing a high degree of refinement and the assurance that comes from wide social experience polished,urbane refined adj precise to a fine degree refinement n a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality polish,culture,cultivation,finish refinement n the result of improving something elaboration refinement n the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.) refining,purification refinement n a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude nuance,nicety,shade,subtlety refiner n one whose work is to refine a specific thing refinery n an industrial plant for purifying a crude substance refining n the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.) refinement,purification refinish v give a new surface refit n outfitting a ship again (by repairing or replacing parts) refit v fit out again reflate v economics: experience reflation reflate v economics: raise demand, expand the money supply, or raise prices, after a period of deflation reflate v inflate again reflate v become inflated again reflation n inflation of currency after a period of deflation; restore the system to a previous state reflect v manifest or bring back reflect v reflect deeply on a subject meditate,ponder,contemplate,muse,mull,ruminate,speculate reflect v to throw or bend back (from a surface) reverberate reflect v be bright by reflecting or casting light shine reflected adj (especially of incident sound or light) bent or sent back reflecting adj causing reflection or having a device that reflects reflection n a calm, lengthy, intent consideration contemplation,rumination,musing,thoughtfulness reflection n the phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface reflection n expression without words expression,manifestation reflection n a likeness in which left and right are reversed reflective adj deeply or seriously thoughtful brooding,broody,contemplative,meditative,musing,pensive,pondering reflective adj capable of physically reflecting light or sound reflective adj devoted to matters of the mind reflector n device that reflects radiation reflector n optical telescope consisting of a large concave mirror that produces an image that is magnified by the eyepiece reflex n an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus reflex adj without volition or conscious control automatic,reflexive reflexive n a personal pronoun compounded with -self to show the agent's action affects the agent reflexive adj without volition or conscious control automatic,reflex reflexive adj referring back to itself reflexively adv in a reflexive manner; by means of reflexes reflexivity n the coreferential relation between a reflexive pronoun and its antecedent reflexivity n (logic and mathematics) a relation such that it holds between an element and itself reflux n an abnormal backward flow of body fluids reflux n the outward flow of the tide ebb refocus v focus once again refocus v focus anew refocus v put again into focus or focus more sharply refocusing n focusing again reforest v forest anew reforestation n the restoration (replanting) of a forest that had been reduced by fire or cutting reform n a change for the better as a result of correcting abuses reform n a campaign aimed to correct abuses or malpractices reform n self-improvement in behavior or morals by abandoning some vice reform v make changes for improvement in order to remove abuse and injustices reform v bring, lead, or force to abandon a wrong or evil course of life, conduct, and adopt a right one reclaim,regenerate,rectify reform v produce by cracking reform v break up the molecules of reformation n improvement (or an intended improvement) in the existing form or condition of institutions or practices etc.; intended to make a striking ch reformation n a religious movement of the 16th century that began as an attempt to reform the Roman Catholic Church and resulted in the creation of Protes reformation n rescuing from error and returning to a rightful course reclamation reformatory n correctional institution for the detention and discipline and training of young or first offenders reformatory adj tending to reform reformed adj of or relating to the body of Protestant Christianity arising during the Reformation; used of some Protestant churches especially Calvinist reformed adj caused to abandon an evil manner of living and follow a good one reformer n a disputant who advocates reform reformist,crusader reformer n an apparatus that reforms the molecular structure of hydrocarbons to produce richer fuel reformist n a disputant who advocates reform reformer,crusader reformist adj favoring or promoting reform (often by government action) progressive reformulate v formulate or develop again, of an improved theory or hypothesis redevelop refraction n the change in direction of a propagating wave (light or sound) when passing from one medium to another refraction n the amount by which a propagating wave is bent deflection refractive adj of or relating to or capable of refraction refractive adj capable of changing the direction (of a light or sound wave) refractory n lining consisting of material with a high melting point; used to line the inside walls of a furnace refractory adj not responding to treatment stubborn refractory adj temporarily unresponsive or not fully responsive to a process or stimulus refractory adj stubbornly resistant to authority or control fractious,recalcitrant refrain n the part of a song where a soloist is joined by a group of singers chorus refrain v resist doing something forbear act refrain v choose not to consume abstain,desist refresh v refresh one's memory review refresh v make (to feel) fresh freshen refresh v become or make oneself fresh again freshen refresh v make fresh again freshen tire refreshed adj with restored energy fresh,invigorated,reinvigorated refresher n a fee (in addition to that marked on the brief) paid to counsel in a case that lasts more than one day refresher n a drink that refreshes refresher n a course that reviews and updates a topic for those who have not kept abreast of developments refreshing adj imparting vitality and energy bracing,brisk,fresh,tonic refreshing adj pleasantly new or different novel refreshingly adv in a manner that relieves fatigue and restores vitality refreshingly adv in a pleasantly novel manner refreshment n snacks and drinks served as a light meal refreshment n activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation recreation refrigerant n any substance used to provide cooling (as in a refrigerator) refrigerant adj causing cooling or freezing refrigerate v preserve by chilling refrigerate v cool or chill in or as if in a refrigerator refrigerated adj made or kept cold by refrigeration refrigeration n the process of cooling or freezing (e.g., food) for preservative purposes refrigeration n deliberately lowering the body's temperature for therapeutic purposes refrigerator n white goods in which food can be stored at low temperatures icebox refuel v provide with additional fuel, as of aircraft, ships, and cars refuel v take on more fuel, as of a plane, ship, or car refueling n the activity of supplying or taking on fuel fueling refuge n a safe place safety refuge n something or someone turned to for assistance or security recourse,resort refuge n a shelter from danger or hardship sanctuary,asylum refuge n act of turning to for assistance recourse,resort refugee n an exile who flees for safety refulgence n the quality of being bright and sending out rays of light radiance,shine refulgent adj radiating or as if radiating light beaming,radiant refund n money returned to a payer refund n the act of returning money received previously repayment refund v pay back return,repay refurbish v make brighter and prettier renovate refurbishment n the state of being restored to its former good condition renovation,restoration refusal n the act of refusing refusal n a message refusing to accept something that is offered refuse n food that is discarded (as from a kitchen) garbage,scraps refuse v show unwillingness towards decline accept refuse v refuse to accept reject,decline accept refuse v elude, especially in a baffling way defy,resist refuse v refuse to let have deny refutation n the speech act of answering an attack on your assertions defense,defence refutation n any evidence that helps to establish the falsity of something falsification refutation n the act of determining that something is false falsification,falsifying refute v overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof rebut refute v prove to be false or incorrect rebut regain v get or find back; recover the use of recover,retrieve,find regain v come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost find regaining n getting something back again restitution,return,restoration regal adj belonging to or befitting a supreme ruler imperial,majestic,purple,royal regale v provide with choice or abundant food or drink treat regalia n paraphernalia indicative of royalty (or other high office) regalia n especially fine or decorative clothing array,raiment regally adv in a regal manner regard n (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point respect regard n paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people) attentiveness,heed regard n (usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare wish,compliments regard n a long fixed look gaze regard v deem to be see,consider,reckon,view regard v look at attentively consider regard v connect closely and often incriminatingly involve,affect regardless adj (usually followed by `of') without due thought or consideration careless regardless adv in spite of everything; without regard to drawbacks irrespective,disregarding regatta n a meeting for boat races regency n the period of time during which a regent governs regency n the period from 1811-1820 when the Prince of Wales was regent during George III's periods of insanity regency n the office of a regent regenerate v reestablish on a new, usually improved, basis or make new or like new renew regenerate v amplify (an electron current) by causing part of the power in the output circuit to act upon the input circuit regenerate v bring, lead, or force to abandon a wrong or evil course of life, conduct, and adopt a right one reform,reclaim,rectify regenerate v return to life; get or give new life or energy restore,rejuvenate regenerate adj reformed spiritually or morally regenerating adj that are generating anew regeneration n (biology) growth anew of lost tissue or destroyed parts or organs regeneration n feedback in phase with (augmenting) the input regeneration n the activity of spiritual or physical renewal regeneration n forming again (especially with improvements or removal of defects); renewing and reconstituting regent n members of a governing board trustee regent n someone who rules during the absence or incapacity or minority of the country's monarch regent adj acting or functioning as a regent or ruler reggae n popular music originating in the West Indies; repetitive bass riffs and regular chords played on the off beat by a guitar regime n the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit government,authorities regime n (medicine) a systematic plan for therapy (often including diet) regimen regimen n (medicine) a systematic plan for therapy (often including diet) regime regiment n army unit smaller than a division regiment v subject to rigid discipline, order, and systematization regiment v form (military personnel) into a regiment regiment v assign to a regiment regimental adj belonging to or concerning a regiment regimentation n the imposition of order or discipline regimented adj strictly controlled regina n the provincial capital of Saskatchewan region n the extended spatial location of something part region n a part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve area region n a large indefinite location on the surface of the Earth region n the approximate amount of something (usually used prepositionally as in `in the region of') neighborhood regional adj characteristic of a region regional adj related or limited to a particular region regionally adv in a regional manner register n an official written record of names or events or transactions registry register n (music) the timbre that is characteristic of a certain range and manner of production of the human voice or of different pipe organ stops or register n a book in which names and transactions are listed register n (computer science) memory device that is the part of computer memory that has a specific address and that is used to hold information of a s register v record in writing; enter into a book of names or events or transactions register v record in a public office or in a court of law file register v enroll to vote register v be aware of record registered adj (of animals) officially recorded with or certified by a recognized breed association; especially in a stud book unregistered registered adj listed or recorded officially unregistered registered adj (of a boat or vessel) furnished with necessary official documents specifying ownership etc registrant n a person who is formally entered (along with others) in a register (and who obtains certain rights thereby) registrar n a person employed to keep a record of the owners of stocks and bonds issued by the company registrar n the administrator responsible for student records registrar n someone responsible for keeping records recorder registration n the act of enrolling enrollment registration n the body of people (such as students) who register or enroll at the same time enrollment registration n a document certifying an act of registering registration n (music) the sound property resulting from a combination of organ stops used to perform a particular piece of music; the technique of selecti registry n an official written record of names or events or transactions register regress n the reasoning involved when you assume the conclusion is true and reason backward to the evidence regress n returning to a former state regression,reversion,retroversion regress v go back to a statistical means regress v go back to a previous state revert,return regress v get worse or fall back to a previous condition retrograde progress regress v go back to bad behavior relapse,lapse regression n an abnormal state in which development has stopped prematurely fixation regression n (psychiatry) a defense mechanism in which you flee from reality by assuming a more infantile state regression n the relation between selected values of x and observed values of y (from which the most probable value of y can be predicted for any value o regression n returning to a former state regress,reversion,retroversion regressive adj (of taxes) adjusted so that the rate decreases as the amount of income increases progressive regressive adj opposing progress; returning to a former less advanced state progressive regret n sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment sorrow,rue regret v feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about repent,rue regret v feel sad about the loss or absence of regret v decline formally or politely regret v express with regret regretful adj feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone sorry,bad regretfully adv with regret (used in polite formulas) regrets n a polite refusal of an invitation regrettable adj deserving regret regrettably adv by bad luck unfortunately,alas regroup v organize anew, as after a setback reorganize regroup v reorganize into new groups regular n a regular patron fixture regular n a soldier in the regular army regular n a dependable follower (especially in party politics) regular n a garment size for persons of average height and weight regular adj in accordance with fixed order or procedure or principle irregular regular adj often used as intensifiers veritable regular adj conforming to a standard or pattern regular adj regularly scheduled for fixed times regularity n a property of polygons: the property of having equal sides and equal angles regularity n the quality of being characterized by a fixed principle or rate irregularity regularly adv in a regular manner irregularly regularly adv having a regular form irregularly regularly adv in a regular way without variation irregularly regulate v fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of modulate regulate v bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations order,govern regulate v shape or influence; give direction to determine,shape,mold,influence regulate v restrain the emission of (sound, fluid, etc.) baffle regulated adj controlled or governed according to rule or principle or law unregulated regulating n the act of controlling or directing according to rule regulation regulation n an authoritative rule ordinance regulation n a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior rule regulation n the state of being controlled or governed regulation n (embryology) the ability of an early embryo to continue normal development after its structure has been somehow damaged or altered regulation adj prescribed by or according to regulation regulative adj restricting according to rules or principles regulatory regulator n any of various controls or devices for regulating or controlling fluid flow, pressure, temperature, etc. regulator n an official responsible for control and supervision of a particular activity or area of public interest regulator n a control that maintains a steady speed in a machine (as by controlling the supply of fuel) governor regulatory adj restricting according to rules or principles regulative regurgitate v pour or rush back regurgitate v feed through the beak by regurgitating previously swallowed food regurgitate v repeat after memorization reproduce regurgitate v eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth vomit,purge,cast,sick,cat,disgorge,retch,puke rehabilitate v help to readapt, as to a former state of health or good repute rehabilitate v reinstall politically purge rehabilitate v restore to a state of good condition or operation rehabilitation n the restoration of someone to a useful place in society rehabilitation n the conversion of wasteland into land suitable for use of habitation or cultivation reclamation,renewal rehabilitation n vindication of a person's character and the re-establishment of that person's reputation rehabilitation n the treatment of physical disabilities by massage and electrotherapy and exercises rehabilitative adj designed to accomplish rehabilitation punitive rehabilitative adj helping to restore to good condition reconstructive rehash n old material that is slightly reworked and used again rehash v present or use over, with no or few changes rehash v go back over retrograde rehear v hear or try a court case anew retry rehearing n the act of hearing again rehearsal n a practice session in preparation for a public performance (as of a play or speech or concert) rehearsal n (psychology) a form of practice; repetition of information (silently or aloud) in order to keep it in short-term memory rehearse v engage in a rehearsal (of) practise,practice reich n the German state reich n Austrian born psychoanalyst who lived in the United States; advocated sexual freedom and believed that cosmic energy could be concentrated i reich n United States composer (born in 1936) reid n Scottish philosopher of common sense who opposed the ideas of David Hume (1710-1796) reign n a period during which something or somebody is dominant or powerful reign n the period during which a monarch is sovereign reign n royal authority; the dominion of a monarch sovereignty reign v have sovereign power reign v be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance predominate,dominate,rule,prevail reigning adj exercising power or authority ruling reignite v ignite anew, as of something burning reimburse v pay back for some expense incurred reimburse v reimburse or compensate (someone), as for a loss recoup reimbursement n compensation paid (to someone) for damages or losses or money already spent etc. reimpose v impose anew reimposition n imposition again reims n a city in northeastern France to the east of Paris; scene of the coronation of most French kings; site of the unconditional German surrender rein n one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse rein n any means of control rein v control and direct with or as if by reins harness rein v stop or slow up one's horse or oneself by or as if by pulling the reins rein v stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins rein v keep in check rule,harness reincarnate v be born anew in another body after death reincarnate v cause to appear in a new form renew reincarnate adj having a new body reincarnation n embodiment in a new form (especially the reappearance or a person in another form) reincarnation n a second or new birth rebirth reincarnation n the Hindu or Buddhist doctrine that a person may be reborn successively into one of five classes of living beings (god or human or animal or reindeer n Arctic deer with large antlers in both sexes; called `reindeer' in Eurasia and `caribou' in North America caribou reinforce v make stronger reinforce v strengthen and support with rewards reward reinforced adj given added strength or support strengthened reinforced adj (used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness built reinforcement n a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its miss support reinforcement n information that makes more forcible or convincing reinforcement n (psychology) a stimulus that strengthens or weakens the behavior that produced it reinforcement n a device designed to provide additional strength reinstall v install again reinstate v restore to the previous state or rank reinstate v bring back into original existence, use, function, or position restore,reestablish reinstatement n the condition of being reinstated reinstatement n the act of restoring someone to a previous position reinsurance n sharing the risk by insurance companies; part or all of the insurer's risk is assumed by other companies in return for part of the premium p reinsure v provide additional insurance for reinsure v insure again by transferring to another insurance company all or a part of a liability assumed reinsure v insure again by assuming all or a part of the liability of an insurance company already covering a risk reintegrate v integrate again reinterpret v interpret from a different viewpoint reinterpret v assign a new or different meaning to reinterpretation n a new or different meaning reinterpretation n a new or different interpretation reintroduce v introduce anew reintroduction n an act of renewed introduction reinvent v bring back into existence reinvent v create anew and make over reinvigorate v impart vigor, strength, or vitality to invigorate reinvigorated adj with restored energy fresh,invigorated,refreshed reissue n a publication (such as a book) that is reprinted without changes or editing and offered again for sale reprint,reprinting reissue v print anew reprint reissue v issue (a new version of) reit n an investment trust that owns and manages a pool of commercial properties and mortgages and other real estate assets; shares can be bought a reiter n German bacteriologist who described a disease now known as Reiter's syndrome and who identified the spirochete that causes syphilis in human reiterate v to say, state, or perform again repeat,iterate,restate,retell reiteration n the act of repeating over and again (or an instance thereof) reject n the person or thing that is rejected or set aside as inferior in quality cull reject v refuse to accept or acknowledge accept reject v refuse to accept refuse,decline reject v deem wrong or inappropriate disapprove reject v reject with contempt spurn,scorn,disdain rejected adj rebuffed (by a lover) without warning jilted,spurned rejection n the act of rejecting something rejection n the state of being rejected acceptance rejection n (medicine) an immunological response that refuses to accept substances or organisms that are recognized as foreign rejection n the speech act of rejecting rejoice v feel happiness or joy joy rejoice v to express great joy exult,triumph rejoice v be ecstatic with joy wallow,triumph rejoicing n a feeling of great happiness rejoicing n the utterance of sounds expressing great joy jubilation rejoicing adj joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success exultant,exulting,jubilant,triumphal,triumphant rejoin v join again rejoin v answer back retort,repay,return,riposte rejoinder n a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) retort,return,riposte,replication,comeback,counter rejoinder n (law) a pleading made by a defendant in response to the plaintiff's replication rejuvenate v cause (a stream or river) to erode, as by an uplift of the land rejuvenate v develop youthful topographical features rejuvenate v make younger or more youthful age rejuvenate v return to life; get or give new life or energy regenerate,restore rejuvenation n the phenomenon of vitality and freshness being restored greening rejuvenation n the act of restoring to a more youthful condition rekindle v kindle anew, as of a fire rekindle v arouse again relapse n a failure to maintain a higher state backsliding,lapse,lapsing,relapsing,reversion,reverting relapse v deteriorate in health relapse v go back to bad behavior lapse,regress relapsing n a failure to maintain a higher state backsliding,lapse,lapsing,relapse,reversion,reverting relate v make a logical or causal connection associate,link,connect relate v be relevant to refer,pertain,concern,touch relate v give an account of relate v be in a relationship with interrelate related adj being connected either logically or causally or by shared characteristics unrelated related adj connected by kinship, common origin, or marriage unrelated relation n an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of two entities or parts together relation n sexual activity between individuals, especially the insertion of a man's penis into a woman's vagina until orgasm and ejaculation occur intercourse,coitus relation n a person related by blood or marriage relative relation n an act of narration telling,recounting relational adj having a relation or being related relations n mutual dealings or connections or communications among persons or groups dealings relationship n a relation between people; (`relationship' is often used where `relation' would serve, as in `the relationship between inflation and unemplo relationship n a state of connectedness between people (especially an emotional connection) relationship n a state involving mutual dealings between people or parties or countries relationship n (anthropology) relatedness or connection by blood or marriage or adoption kinship relative n a person related by blood or marriage relation relative n an animal or plant that bears a relationship to another (as related by common descent or by membership in the same genus) congener relative adj estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete comparative absolute relative adj properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to' proportional relatively adv in a relative manner; by comparison to something else comparatively relativism n (philosophy) the philosophical doctrine that all criteria of judgment are relative to the individuals and situations involved relativistic adj relating or subject to the special or the general theory of relativity relativistic adj of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of relativism relativity n (physics) the theory that space and time are relative concepts rather than absolute concepts relativity n the quality of being relative and having significance only in relation to something else relax v become less tense, rest, or take one's ease unbend,unwind tense relax v make less taut unbend relax v become loose or looser or less tight loosen,loose relax v cause to feel relaxed unwind tense relaxant n a drug that relaxes and relieves tension relaxant adj tending to relax or relieve muscular or nervous tension relaxation n (physiology) the gradual lengthening of inactive muscle or muscle fibers relaxation n (physics) the exponential return of a system to equilibrium after a disturbance relaxation n a feeling of refreshing tranquility and an absence of tension or worry relaxation n an occurrence of control or strength weakening loosening,slackening relaxed adj without strain or anxiety tense relaxing adj affording physical or mental rest restful relay n the act of passing something along from one person or group to another relay n a crew of workers who relieve another crew relay n a fresh team to relieve weary draft animals relay n a race between teams; each member runs or swims part of the distance relay v pass along relay v control or operate by relay relearn v learn something again, as after having forgotten or neglected it release n merchandise issued for sale or public showing (especially a record or film) release n the act of liberating someone or something liberation,freeing release n a process that liberates or discharges something release n an announcement distributed to members of the press in order to supplement or replace an oral presentation handout release v release, as from one's grip relinquish release v grant freedom to; free from confinement free,liberate,loose release v let (something) fall or spill from a container turn release v prepare and issue for public distribution or sale publish,issue releasing adj emotionally purging (of e.g. art) cathartic relegate v refer to another person for decision or judgment submit relegate v assign to a lower position; reduce in rank demote,bump,break relegate v expel, as if by official decree banish,bar relegate v assign to a class or kind classify relegating n authorizing subordinates to make certain decisions delegating,delegation relent v give in, as to influence or pressure yield,soften relentless adj not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty grim,inexorable,stern,unforgiving,unrelenting relentless adj never-ceasing persistent,unrelenting relentlessly adv in a relentless manner relentlessness n mercilessness characterized by an unwillingness to relent or let up relevance n the relation of something to the matter at hand relevancy irrelevance relevancy n the relation of something to the matter at hand relevance relevant adj having a bearing on or connection with the subject at issue irrelevant reliability n the quality of being dependable or reliable dependability unreliability reliable adj worthy of reliance or trust dependable unreliable reliable adj worthy of being depended on dependable,honest,true reliable adj conforming to fact and therefore worthy of belief authentic reliably adv in a faithful manner faithfully reliance n certainty based on past experience trust reliance n the state of relying on something reliant adj relying on another for support relic n an antiquity that has survived from the distant past relic n something of sentimental value keepsake,souvenir,token relief n the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced alleviation,assuagement relief n the condition of being comfortable or relieved (especially after being relieved of distress) ease relief n (law) redress awarded by a court relief n someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult) substitute,reliever,backup relieve v provide physical relief, as from pain alleviate,assuage relieve v free someone temporarily from his or her obligations relieve v grant relief or an exemption from a rule or requirement to exempt,free relieve v lessen the intensity of or calm still,allay,ease relieved adj (of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear alleviated,eased relieved adj extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary jutting,projected,projecting,protruding,sticking reliever n someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult) substitute,relief,backup reliever n a person who reduces the intensity (e.g., of fears) and calms and pacifies comforter reliever n a pitcher who does not start the game fireman religion n a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny faith religion n an institution to express belief in a divine power faith religionist n a person addicted to religion or a religious zealot religiosity n exaggerated or affected piety and religious zeal pietism religious n a member of a religious order who is bound by vows of poverty and chastity and obedience religious adj concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church spiritual religious adj having or showing belief in and reverence for a deity religious adj of or relating to clergy bound by monastic vows secular religious adj extremely scrupulous and conscientious religiously adv by religion religiously adv with extreme conscientiousness scrupulously,conscientiously relinquish v part with a possession or right release,resign,free relinquish v do without or cease to hold or adhere to waive,forgo,forego relinquish v turn away from; give up renounce,quit relinquish v release, as from one's grip release relinquished adj that has been withdrawn or retreated from relinquishing n a verbal act of renouncing a claim or right or position etc. relinquishing n the act of giving up and abandoning a struggle or task etc. relish n vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment gusto,zest relish n spicy or savory condiment relish n the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth flavor,savor,savour,smack,nip,tang relish v derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in enjoy,bask,savor,savour relishing n taking a small amount into the mouth to test its quality tasting,savoring relive v experience again, often in the imagination reliving n a recurrence of a prior experience reload v load anew recharge reload v place a new load on relocate v become established in a new location relocate v move or establish in a new location relocated adj settled in a new location resettled relocation n the transportation of people (as a family or colony) to a new settlement (as after an upheaval of some kind) resettlement relocation n the act of changing your residence or place of business move reluctance n (physics) opposition to magnetic flux (analogous to electric resistance) reluctance n a certain degree of unwillingness hesitancy,hesitation,disinclination reluctant adj unwillingness to do something contrary to your custom loath reluctant adj disinclined to become involved reluctant adj not eager reluctantly adv with reluctance rely v have faith or confidence in count,bet,depend,swear,bank,look,calculate,reckon rem n a recurring sleep state during which dreaming occurs; a state of rapidly shifting eye movements during sleep rem n (roentgen equivalent man) the dosage of ionizing radiation that will cause the same amount of injury to human tissue as 1 roentgen of X-rays remain v stay the same; remain in a certain state stay,rest remain v continue in a place, position, or situation stay,continue remain v be left; of persons, questions, problems, results, evidence, etc. remain v stay behind persist,stay remainder n something left after other parts have been taken away balance,residual,residue,rest remainder n the part of the dividend that is left over when the dividend is not evenly divisible by the divisor remainder n the number that remains after subtraction; the number that when added to the subtrahend gives the minuend difference remainder n a piece of cloth that is left over after the rest has been used or sold end,remnant remainder v sell cheaply as remainders remaining adj not used up leftover,left,odd remains n any object that is left unused or still extant remains n a relic that has been excavated from the soil remains n the dead body of a human being cadaver,corpse,stiff,clay remake n creation that is created again or anew remaking remake v make new redo remaking n creation that is created again or anew remake remand n the act of sending an accused person back into custody to await trial (or the continuation of the trial) remand v refer (a matter or legal case) to another committee or authority or court for decision remit remand v lock up or confine, in or as in a jail imprison,incarcerate,lag,jail,jug,gaol remark n a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information comment,input remark n explicit notice remark v make mention of note,observe,mention remark v make or write a comment on comment,notice remarkable adj unusual or striking singular remarkable adj worthy of attention because interesting, significant, or unusual noteworthy,notable remarkably adv to a remarkable degree or extent unusually,notably remarkably adv in a signal manner unmistakably remarriage n the act of marrying again remarry v marry, not for the first time rematch n something (especially a game) that is played again replay rembrandt n influential Dutch artist (1606-1669) remedial adj tending or intended to rectify or improve remedial adj tending to cure or restore to health curative,healing,therapeutic remediation n act of correcting an error or a fault or an evil redress,remedy remedy n act of correcting an error or a fault or an evil redress,remediation remedy n a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain curative,cure,therapeutic remedy v set straight or right rectify,repair,amend remedy v provide relief for relieve remember v recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection retrieve,recall,recollect,think forget remember v keep in mind for attention or consideration forget remember v recapture the past; indulge in memories remember v show appreciation to remembering n the cognitive processes whereby past experience is remembered memory remembrance n the ability to recall past occurrences recollection remembrance n a recognition of meritorious service memorial,commemoration remind v put in the mind of someone remind v assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned prompt,cue reminder n a message that helps you remember something reminder n an experience that causes you to remember something reminder n someone who gives a warning so that a mistake can be avoided monitor reminisce v recall the past reminiscence n a mental impression retained and recalled from the past reminiscence n the process of remembering (especially the process of recovering information by mental effort) recall,recollection reminiscent adj serving to bring to mind evocative,redolent,resonant remise n an expensive or high-class hackney remise n a small building for housing coaches and carriages and other vehicles remise n (fencing) a second thrust made on the same lunge (as when your opponent fails to riposte) remiss adj failing in what duty requires derelict,delinquent,neglectful remission n an abatement in intensity or degree (as in the manifestations of a disease) subsidence remission n a payment of money sent to a person in another place remittance remission n (law) the act of remitting (especially the referral of a law case to another court) remit remission n the act of absolving or remitting; formal redemption as pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance absolution remissness n the quality of being lax and neglectful laxity,slackness remit n the topic that a person, committee, or piece of research is expected to deal with or has authority to deal with remit n (law) the act of remitting (especially the referral of a law case to another court) remission remit v send (money) in payment remit v hold back to a later time postpone,prorogue,table,shelve,defer remit v release from (claims, debts, or taxes) remit v refer (a matter or legal case) to another committee or authority or court for decision remand remittance n a payment of money sent to a person in another place remission remnant n a small part or portion that remains after the main part no longer exists leftover remnant n a piece of cloth that is left over after the rest has been used or sold end,remainder remodel v do over, as of (part of) a house reconstruct,redo remodel v cast or model anew recast remold v cast again recast remold v shape again or shape differently reshape remold v give new treads to (a tire) retread remora n marine fishes with a flattened elongated body and a sucking disk on the head for attaching to large fish or moving objects remorse n a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed) compunction remorseful adj feeling or expressing pain or sorrow for sins or offenses contrite,rueful remorseless adj without mercy or pity pitiless,ruthless remote n a device that can be used to control a machine or apparatus from a distance remote adj located far away spatially distant remote adj very unlikely outside remote adj separate or apart in time distant,removed remote adj inaccessible and sparsely populated outback remotely adv in a remote manner remotely adv to a remote degree remoteness n the property of being remote remoteness n a disposition to be distant and unsympathetic in manner aloofness removable adj capable of being removed or taken away or dismissed removable adj able to be obliterated completely removal n the act of removing removal n dismissal from office remove n degree of figurative distance or separation remove v remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract take,withdraw remove v remove from a position or an office remove v dispose of remove v cause to leave removed adj separated in relationship by a given degree of descent removed adj separate or apart in time distant,remote remover n a solvent that removes a substance (usually from a surface) remover n someone who works for a company that moves furniture remunerate v make payment to; compensate compensate,recompense remuneration n something that remunerates wage,pay,earnings,salary remuneration n the act of paying for goods or services or to recompense for losses remunerative adj for which money is paid compensable,paying,salaried remunerative adj producing a sizeable profit lucrative remus n (Roman mythology) the twin brother of Romulus renaissance n the period of European history at the close of the Middle Ages and the rise of the modern world; a cultural rebirth from the 14th through th renaissance n the revival of learning and culture rebirth renal adj of or relating to the kidneys rename v assign a new name to rename v name again or anew renascent adj rising again as to new life and vigor resurgent rend v tear or be torn violently rip,rive,pull render n a substance similar to stucco but exclusively applied to masonry walls render v cause to become render v give something useful or necessary to supply,provide,furnish render v give an interpretation or rendition of interpret render v give or supply yield,return,give,generate rendering n a performance of a musical composition or a dramatic role etc. rendition rendering n an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious interpretation,interpreting,rendition rendering n the act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic performance rendition,interpretation rendering n a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language translation,version rendezvous n a meeting planned at a certain time and place rendezvous n a place where people meet rendezvous n a date; usually with a member of the opposite sex tryst rendezvous v meet at a rendezvous rending adj resembling a sound of violent tearing as of something ripped apart or lightning splitting a tree ripping,splitting rendition n a performance of a musical composition or a dramatic role etc. rendering rendition n an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious interpretation,interpreting,rendering rendition n handing over prisoners to the country in which a crime was committed rendition n the act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic performance rendering,interpretation renegade n someone who rebels and becomes an outlaw renegade n a disloyal person who betrays or deserts his cause or religion or political party or friend etc. deserter,apostate,turncoat renegade v break with established customs rebel renegade adj having deserted a cause or principle renege n the mistake of not following suit when able to do so revoke renege v fail to fulfill a promise or obligation renegotiate v negociate anew renegotiate v revise the terms of in order to limit or regain excess profits gained by the contractor renew v reestablish on a new, usually improved, basis or make new or like new regenerate renew v cause to appear in a new form reincarnate renewable adj that can be renewed or extended renewable adj capable of being renewed; replaceable renewal n the conversion of wasteland into land suitable for use of habitation or cultivation reclamation,rehabilitation renewal n the act of renewing renewal n filling again by supplying what has been used up replenishment,replacement renewed adj restored to a new condition renewing adj tending to impart new life and vigor to restorative,reviving,revitalizing renin n a proteolytic enzyme secreted by the kidneys; catalyzes the formation of angiotensin and thus affects blood pressure rennet n a substance that curdles milk in making cheese and junket reno n a city in western Nevada at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains; known for gambling casinos and easy divorce and remarriage renoir n French impressionist painter (1841-1919) renounce v give up, such as power, as of monarchs and emperors, or duties and obligations abdicate renounce v leave (a job, post, or position) voluntarily vacate,resign renounce v turn away from; give up quit,relinquish renounce v cast off disown,repudiate renovate v restore to a previous or better condition restitute renovate v make brighter and prettier refurbish renovate v give new life or energy to animate,recreate,revive,repair,quicken renovation n the act of improving by renewing and restoring redevelopment,overhaul renovation n the state of being restored to its former good condition restoration,refurbishment renovator n a skilled worker who is employed to restore or refinish buildings or antique furniture restorer,preserver renown n the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed fame,celebrity renowned adj widely known and esteemed celebrated,famed,famous,illustrious,notable,noted rent n a payment or series of payments made by the lessee to an owner for use of some property, facility, equipment, or service rent n an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart rip,snag,split,tear rent n the return derived from cultivated land in excess of that derived from the poorest land cultivated under similar conditions rent n the act of rending or ripping or splitting something rip,split rent v let for money lease rent v grant use or occupation of under a term of contract lease,let rent v engage for service under a term of contract lease,hire,charter,engage,take rent v hold under a lease or rental agreement; of goods and services hire,charter,lease rentable adj that is able or fit be rented rental n property that is leased or rented out or let lease,letting rental n the act of paying for the use of something (as an apartment or house or car) renting rental adj available to rent or lease rental adj of or relating to rent renter n someone who pays rent to use land or a building or a car that is owned by someone else tenant renter n an owner of property who receives payment for its use by another person renting n the act of paying for the use of something (as an apartment or house or car) rental renunciation n rejecting or disowning or disclaiming as invalid repudiation renunciation n the state of having rejected your religious beliefs or your political party or a cause (often in favor of opposing beliefs or causes) defection renunciation n an act (spoken or written) declaring that something is surrendered or disowned renunciation n the act of renouncing; sacrificing or giving up or surrendering (a possession or right or title or privilege etc.) forgoing reopen v open again or anew reorder n a repeated order for the same merchandise reorder v assign a new order to reorder v make a new request to be supplied with reordering n a rearrangement in a different order reorganization n the imposition of a new organization; organizing differently (often involving extensive and drastic changes) reorganization n an extensive alteration of the structure of a corporation or government reorganize v organize anew reorganize v organize anew, as after a setback regroup reorganized adj organized again reorient v orient once again, after a disorientation reorient v cause to turn reorient v set or arrange in a new or different determinate position rep n informal abbreviation of `representative' rep n a fabric with prominent rounded crosswise ribs repp repaint v paint again repaint v paint again repair n the act of putting something in working order again fix,fixing,fixture,mend,mending,reparation repair n a formal way of referring to the condition of something repair n a frequently visited place haunt,hangout,resort repair v restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken mend,fix,bushel,doctor,restore break repair v make amends for; pay compensation for compensate,recompense,indemnify repair v move, travel, or proceed toward some place resort repair v set straight or right rectify,remedy,amend repairman n a skilled worker whose job is to repair things reparable adj capable of being repaired or rectified irreparable reparation n compensation (given or received) for an insult or injury reparation n (usually plural) compensation exacted from a defeated nation by the victors reparation n the act of putting something in working order again repair,fix,fixing,fixture,mend,mending reparation n something done or paid in expiation of a wrong amends repartee n adroitness and cleverness in reply repast n the food served and eaten at one time meal repatriate n a person who has returned to the country of origin or whose citizenship has been restored repatriate v send someone back to his homeland against his will, as of refugees repatriate v admit back into the country expatriate repatriation n the act of returning to the country of origin repay v pay back refund,return repay v make repayment for or return something requite repay v act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions reward repay v answer back retort,return,riposte,rejoin repayable adj subject to repayment repayment n the act of returning money received previously refund repayment n payment of a debt or obligation quittance repeal n the act of abrogating; an official or legal cancellation abrogation,annulment repeal v cancel officially revoke,annul,lift,reverse,overturn,rescind,vacate repeat n an event that repeats repetition repeat v to say, state, or perform again reiterate,iterate,restate,retell repeat v make or do or perform again duplicate,double,replicate repeat v happen or occur again recur repeat v to say again or imitate echo repeatable adj able or fit to be repeated or quoted quotable repeated adj recurring again and again perennial,recurrent repeatedly adv several time repeater n a person who repeats repeater n someone who is repeatedly arrested for criminal behavior (especially for the same criminal behavior) recidivist repeater n a firearm that can fire several rounds without reloading repeater n (electronics) electronic device that amplifies a signal before transmitting it again repeating n the act of doing or performing again repetition repel v cause to move back by force or influence drive,repulse attract repel v be repellent to; cause aversion in repulse attract repel v force or drive back repulse,rebuff repel v reject outright and bluntly rebuff,snub repellent n a compound with which fabrics are treated to repel water repellent n a chemical substance that repels animals repellent n the power to repel repellent adj serving or tending to repel repellent adj highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust disgusting,distasteful,foul,loathsome,repelling,revolting,skanky,wicked repellent adj incapable of absorbing or mixing with resistant repelling adj highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust disgusting,distasteful,foul,loathsome,repellent,revolting,skanky,wicked repent v turn away from sin or do penitence atone repent v feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about regret,rue repentance n remorse for your past conduct penance repentant adj feeling or expressing remorse for misdeeds penitent unrepentant repercussion n a remote or indirect consequence of some action reverberation repercussion n a movement back from an impact recoil,rebound,backlash repertoire n the entire range of skills or aptitudes or devices used in a particular field or occupation repertory repertoire n a collection of works (plays, songs, operas, ballets) that an artist or company can perform and do perform for short intervals on a regular repertory repertory n a storehouse where a stock of things is kept repertory n the entire range of skills or aptitudes or devices used in a particular field or occupation repertoire repertory n a collection of works (plays, songs, operas, ballets) that an artist or company can perform and do perform for short intervals on a regular repertoire repertory n a theatrical company that performs plays from a repertoire repetition n an event that repeats repeat repetition n the act of doing or performing again repeating repetition n the repeated use of the same word or word pattern as a rhetorical device repetitious adj characterized by repetition repetitive repetitive adj repetitive and persistent insistent repetitive adj characterized by repetition repetitious rephrase v express the same message in different words paraphrase,reword replace v substitute a person or thing for (another that is broken or inefficient or lost or no longer working or yielding what is expected) replace v take the place or move into the position of supplant,supersede replace v put something back where it belongs replace v put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items substitute,interchange,exchange replaceable adj capable of being replaced irreplaceable replacement n the act of furnishing an equivalent person or thing in the place of another replacing replacement n someone who takes the place of another person surrogate,alternate replacement n an event in which one thing is substituted for another substitution,permutation,switch replacement n a person or thing that takes or can take the place of another substitute replacing n the act of furnishing an equivalent person or thing in the place of another replacement replant v plant again or anew replay n something (especially a game) that is played again rematch replay n the immediate rebroadcast of some action (especially sports action) that has been recorded on videotape replay v reproduce (a recording) on a recorder replay v play (a melody) again replay v repeat a game against the same opponent replay v play again replenish v fill something that had previously been emptied refill replenishment n filling again by supplying what has been used up replacement,renewal replete v fill to satisfaction sate,fill replete adj filled to satisfaction with food or drink full replete adj (followed by `with') deeply filled or permeated instinct replica n copy that is not the original; something that has been copied replication,reproduction replicate v bend or turn backward retroflex replicate v reproduce or make an exact copy of copy replicate v make or do or perform again duplicate,double,repeat replication n the act of making copies reproduction replication n (genetics) the process whereby DNA makes a copy of itself before cell division replication n a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) rejoinder,retort,return,riposte,comeback,counter replication n (law) a pleading made by a plaintiff in reply to the defendant's plea or answer reply n a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation answer,response reply n the speech act of continuing a conversational exchange response reply v react verbally answer,respond report n a written document describing the findings of some individual or group study report n the act of informing by verbal report account report n a short account of the news story,account report n a sharp explosive sound (especially the sound of a gun firing) report v to give an account or representation of in words describe,account report v announce as the result of an investigation or experience or finding report v announce one's presence report v make known to the authorities reportable adj (of income) required by law to be reported reportable adj meriting report reportage n the news as presented by reporters for newspapers or radio or television coverage,reporting reported adj made known or told about; especially presented in a formal account unreported reportedly adv according to reports or other information reporter n a person who investigates and reports or edits news stories newsman reporting n the news as presented by reporters for newspapers or radio or television coverage,reportage repose n freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility) rest,ease,relaxation repose n the absence of mental stress or anxiety peace,peacefulness,serenity repose n a disposition free from stress or emotion quiet,serenity,tranquillity,tranquility repose v put or confide something in a person or thing repose v be inherent or innate in rest,reside repose v lie when dead repose v lean in a comfortable resting position recline reposit v put (something) in a place for storage reposition n depositing in a warehouse storage,warehousing reposition v change place or direction shift,dislodge reposition v place into another position repositioning n the act of placing in a new position repository n a facility where things can be deposited for storage or safekeeping depository,deposit,depositary repository n a person to whom a secret is entrusted secretary repository n a burial vault (usually for some famous person) monument repossess v claim back reclaim repossess v regain possession of something repossession n the action of regaining possession (especially the seizure of collateral securing a loan that is in default) repp n a fabric with prominent rounded crosswise ribs rep reprehensible adj bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure condemnable,criminal,deplorable,vicious represent v take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to correspond represent v express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol typify,symbolize represent v be representative or typical for represent v be a delegate or spokesperson for; represent somebody's interest or be a proxy or substitute for, as of politicians and office holders repre representation n a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image representation n a creation that is a visual or tangible rendering of someone or something representation n the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf representation n the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent agency representational adj (used especially of art) depicting objects, figures,or scenes as seen representative n a person who represents others representative n an advocate who represents someone else's policy or purpose spokesperson,interpreter,voice representative n a member of the United States House of Representatives congressman,congresswoman representative n an item of information that is typical of a class or group example,illustration,instance representative adj serving to represent or typify representative adj standing for something else representative adj being or characteristic of government by representation in which citizens exercise power through elected officers and representatives represented adj represented accurately or precisely delineated,delineate repress v put down by force or intimidation quash,subdue,subjugate,reduce repress v impede or hinder the natural development or self-expression of repress v suppress in order to conceal or hide smother,stifle,strangle,muffle repress v put out of one's consciousness suppress repressed adj characterized by or showing the suppression of impulses or emotions repressing adj restrictive of action inhibitory,repressive repression n a state of forcible subjugation repression n (psychiatry) the classical defense mechanism that protects you from impulses or ideas that would cause anxiety by preventing them from becom repression n the act of repressing; control by holding down repressive adj restrictive of action inhibitory,repressing reprieve n a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort respite reprieve n an interruption in the intensity or amount of something suspension,respite,hiatus,abatement reprieve n a warrant granting postponement (usually to postpone the execution of the death sentence) reprieve n the act of reprieving; postponing or remitting punishment respite reprieve v postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution respite reprieve v relieve temporarily reprimand n an act or expression of criticism and censure rebuke,reproof reprimand v rebuke formally censure reprimand v censure severely or angrily rebuke,rag,trounce,lecture,jaw,scold,chide,berate reprint n a publication (such as a book) that is reprinted without changes or editing and offered again for sale reissue,reprinting reprint n a separately printed article that originally appeared in a larger publication separate reprint v print anew reissue reprinting n a publication (such as a book) that is reprinted without changes or editing and offered again for sale reissue,reprint reprisal n a retaliatory action against an enemy in wartime reprise v repeat an earlier theme of a composition repeat,recapitulate reproach n a mild rebuke or criticism reproach n disgrace or shame reproach v express criticism towards upbraid reprobate n a person without moral scruples miscreant reprobate v reject (documents) as invalid reprobate v abandon to eternal damnation reprobate v express strong disapproval of condemn,decry,excoriate reprobate adj deviating from what is considered moral or right or proper or good depraved,perverse,perverted reprocess v use again after processing recycle,reuse reproduce v make a copy or equivalent of reproduce v have offspring or produce more individuals of a given animal or plant procreate,multiply reproduce v recreate a sound, image, idea, mood, atmosphere, etc. reproduce v repeat after memorization regurgitate reproduction n the process of generating offspring reproduction n recall that is hypothesized to work by storing the original stimulus input and reproducing it during recall reproduction n copy that is not the original; something that has been copied replica,replication reproduction n the act of making copies replication reproductive adj producing new life or offspring generative reproof n an act or expression of criticism and censure rebuke,reprimand reproof v take to task admonish reptile n any cold-blooded vertebrate of the class Reptilia including tortoises, turtles, snakes, lizards, alligators, crocodiles, and extinct forms reptilian reptilian n any cold-blooded vertebrate of the class Reptilia including tortoises, turtles, snakes, lizards, alligators, crocodiles, and extinct forms reptile reptilian adj of or relating to the class Reptilia republic n a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them democracy,commonwealth republic n a form of government whose head of state is not a monarch republican n a member of the Republican Party republican n an advocate of a republic (usually in opposition to a monarchy) republican n a tributary of the Kansas River that flows from eastern Colorado eastward through Nebraska and Kansas republican adj relating to or belonging to the Republican Party republican adj having the supreme power lying in the body of citizens entitled to vote for officers and representatives responsible to them or characterist republicanism n the political orientation of those who hold that a republic is the best form of government repudiate v cast off disown,renounce repudiate v refuse to acknowledge, ratify, or recognize as valid repudiate v refuse to recognize or pay repudiate v reject as untrue, unfounded, or unjust repudiation n rejecting or disowning or disclaiming as invalid renunciation repudiation n refusal to acknowledge or pay a debt or honor a contract (especially by public authorities) repudiation n the exposure of falseness or pretensions debunking repugn v to make the subject of dispute, contention, or litigation contest,contend repugnant adj offensive to the mind abhorrent,detestable,obscene,repulsive repulse n an instance of driving away or warding off rebuff,snub repulse v force or drive back repel,rebuff repulse v be repellent to; cause aversion in repel repulse v cause to move back by force or influence repel,drive repulsion n the force by which bodies repel one another attraction repulsion n intense aversion revulsion,horror repulsion n the act of repulsing or repelling an attack; a successful defensive stand standoff repulsive adj offensive to the mind abhorrent,detestable,obscene,repugnant repulsive adj possessing the ability to repel attractive repulsive adj so extremely ugly as to be terrifying hideous repurchase n the act of purchasing back something previously sold redemption repurchase v buy what had previously been sold, lost, or given away reputable adj having a good reputation disreputable reputation n the state of being held in high esteem and honor repute reputation n notoriety for some particular characteristic reputation n the general estimation that the public has for a person report repute n the state of being held in high esteem and honor reputation disrepute repute v look on as or consider esteem reputedly adv by repute; according to general belief request n a formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority petition request n the verbal act of requesting asking request v express the need or desire for bespeak,quest request v ask (a person) to do something request v inquire for (information) requested adj asked for requester n one praying humbly for something petitioner,supplicant requiem n a song or hymn of mourning composed or performed as a memorial to a dead person dirge,coronach,lament requiem n a musical setting for a Mass celebrating the dead requiem n a Mass celebrated for the dead require v require as useful, just, or proper necessitate,ask,postulate,need,take,involve,demand require v consider obligatory; request and expect ask,expect require v make someone do something command require v have need of want,need required adj necessary for relief or supply needed,needful,requisite required adj required by rule compulsory,mandatory requirement n required activity demand requirement n anything indispensable necessity,essential,requisite,necessary requirement n something that is required in advance prerequisite requisite n anything indispensable necessity,essential,requirement,necessary requisite adj necessary for relief or supply needed,needful,required requisition n the act of requiring; an authoritative request or demand, especially by a military or public authority that takes something over (usually te requisition n an official form on which a request in made requisition n seizing property that belongs to someone else and holding it until profits pay the demand for which it was seized sequestration requisition v make a formal request for official services requisition v demand and take for use or service, especially by military or public authority for public service requite v make repayment for or return something repay reread v read anew; read again rerun n a program that is broadcast again rerun v broadcast again, as of a film rebroadcast rerun v rerun a performance of a play, for example rerun v run again for office rerun v cause to perform again res n a widely distributed system consisting of all the cells able to ingest bacteria or colloidal particles etc, except for certain white blood c resale n the selling of something purchased reschedule v assign a new time and place for an event rescind v cancel officially revoke,annul,lift,reverse,repeal,overturn,vacate rescindable adj capable of being rescinded or voided voidable rescission n (law) the act of rescinding; the cancellation of a contract and the return of the parties to the positions they would have had if the contra recission rescue n recovery or preservation from loss or danger deliverance,delivery,saving rescue v free from harm or evil deliver rescue v take forcibly from legal custody rescued adj delivered from danger reclaimed rescuer n a person who rescues you from harm or danger savior,deliverer rescuer n someone who saves something from danger or violence saver reseal v seal again research n systematic investigation to establish facts research n a search for knowledge inquiry,enquiry research v attempt to find out in a systematically and scientific manner research v inquire into search,explore researcher n a scientist who devotes himself to doing research investigator reseat v provide with a new seat reseat v provide with new seats reseat v show to a different seat resection n surgical removal of part of a structure or organ reseda n any plant of the genus Reseda reseed v seed again or anew reseed v maintain by seeding without human intervention resell v sell (something) again after having bought it resemblance n similarity in appearance or external or superficial details resemble v appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to resent v feel bitter or indignant about resent v wish ill or allow unwillingly begrudge resentful adj full of or marked by resentment or indignant ill will resentment n a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will bitterness,gall,rancor reservation n a district that is reserved for particular purpose reserve reservation n a statement that limits or restricts some claim qualification reservation n an unstated doubt that prevents you from accepting something wholeheartedly reservation n the act of reserving (a place or passage) or engaging the services of (a person or group) booking reserve n formality and propriety of manner modesty reserve n something kept back or saved for future use or a special purpose backlog,stockpile reserve n an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced substitute reserve n (medicine) potential capacity to respond in order to maintain vital functions reserve v hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency reserve v give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause allow,appropriate,earmark reserve v obtain or arrange (for oneself) in advance reserve v arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance hold,book reserved adj set aside for the use of a particular person or party reserved adj marked by self-restraint and reticence reserves n civilians trained as soldiers but not part of the regular army militia reservist n a member of a military reserve reservoir n a large or extra supply of something reservoir n lake used to store water for community use reservoir n tank used for collecting and storing a liquid (as water or oil) reservoir n anything (a person or animal or plant or substance) in which an infectious agent normally lives and multiplies source reset n device for resetting instruments or controls reset v set anew reset v set to zero reset v adjust again after an initial failure readjust resettle v settle in a new place resettled adj settled in a new location relocated resettlement n the transportation of people (as a family or colony) to a new settlement (as after an upheaval of some kind) relocation resh n the 20th letter of the Hebrew alphabet reshape v shape anew or differently reshape v shape again or shape differently remold reshoot v shoot again reshuffle n a redistribution of something reshuffle n shuffling again reshuffling reshuffle v shuffle again reshuffle v reorganize and assign posts to different people reshuffling n shuffling again reshuffle reside v make one's home in a particular place or community shack,domicile reside v live (in a certain place) occupy reside v be inherent or innate in rest,repose residence n any address at which you dwell more than temporarily abode residence n the official house or establishment of an important person (as a sovereign or president) residence n the act of dwelling in a place residency,abidance residence n a large and imposing house mansion,manse,hall residency n the act of dwelling in a place residence,abidance residency n the position of physician who is receiving special training in a hospital (usually after completing an internship) resident n someone who lives at a particular place for a prolonged period or who was born there occupant,occupier nonresident resident n a physician (especially an intern) who lives in a hospital and cares for hospitalized patients under the supervision of the medical staff of resident adj living in a particular place nonresident resident adj used of animals that do not migrate residential adj used or designed for residence or limited to residences nonresidential residential adj of or relating to or connected with residence residual n something left after other parts have been taken away remainder,balance,residue,rest residual n (often plural) a payment that is made to a performer or writer or director of a television show or commercial that is paid for every repeat residual adj relating to or indicating a remainder residue n matter that remains after something has been removed residue n something left after other parts have been taken away remainder,balance,residual,rest resign v leave (a job, post, or position) voluntarily vacate,renounce resign v give up or retire from a position quit resign v part with a possession or right release,relinquish,free resign v accept as inevitable reconcile,submit resignation n acceptance of despair surrender resignation n the act of giving up (a claim or office or possession etc.) resignation n a formal document giving notice of your intention to resign resile v pull out from an agreement, contract, statement, etc. resile v spring back; spring away from an impact bounce,spring,bound,rebound,recoil,reverberate,ricochet resile v formally reject or disavow a formerly held belief, usually under pressure recant,forswear,retract resile v return to the original position or state after being stretched or compressed resilience n the physical property of a material that can return to its original shape or position after deformation that does not exceed its elastic lim resiliency resilience n an occurrence of rebounding or springing back resiliency resiliency n an occurrence of rebounding or springing back resilience resiliency n the physical property of a material that can return to its original shape or position after deformation that does not exceed its elastic lim resilience resilient adj recovering readily from adversity, depression, or the like resilient adj elastic; rebounds readily bouncy,live,lively resin n any of a class of solid or semisolid viscous substances obtained either as exudations from certain plants or prepared by polymerization of s rosin resist v elude, especially in a baffling way defy,refuse resist v stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something withstand surrender resist v express opposition through action or words protest,dissent resist v withstand the force of something stand,fend resistance n the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with opposition resistance n any mechanical force that tends to retard or oppose motion resistance n a material's opposition to the flow of electric current; measured in ohms impedance resistance n the military action of resisting the enemy's advance resistant adj relating to or conferring immunity (to disease or infection) immune resistant adj able to tolerate environmental conditions or physiological stress tolerant resistant adj impervious to being affected resistant adj disposed to or engaged in defiance of established authority insubordinate resistless adj impossible to resist; overpowering irresistible resistless adj offering no resistance resistor n an electrical device that resists the flow of electrical current resistance resolute adj firm in purpose or belief; characterized by firmness and determination resolute adj characterized by quickness and firmness resolutely adv showing firm determination or purpose resolutely adv with firmness decisively resolution n a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote declaration,resolve resolution n the ability of a microscope or telescope to measure the angular separation of images that are close together resolution n the trait of being resolute firmness,resolve resolution n finding a solution to a problem solving resolve n the trait of being resolute firmness,resolution resolve n a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote resolution,declaration resolve v bring to an end; settle conclusively decide,settle,adjudicate resolve v reach a conclusion after a discussion or deliberation conclude resolve v reach a decision purpose resolve v understand the meaning of answer resolved adj determined resolved adj explained or answered solved resolving n analysis into clear-cut components resolution resonance n an excited state of a stable particle causing a sharp maximum in the probability of absorption of electromagnetic radiation resonance n a vibration of large amplitude produced by a relatively small vibration near the same frequency of vibration as the natural frequency of the resonance n having the character of a loud deep sound; the quality of being resonant ringing,vibrancy resonance n a relationship of mutual understanding or trust and agreement between people rapport resonant adj characterized by resonance resonating,resounding,reverberating resonant adj serving to bring to mind evocative,redolent,reminiscent resonate v sound with resonance vibrate resonate v be received or understood resonating adj characterized by resonance resonant,resounding,reverberating resort n a hotel located in a resort area resort n a frequently visited place haunt,hangout,repair resort n something or someone turned to for assistance or security recourse,refuge resort n act of turning to for assistance recourse,refuge resort v have recourse to recur resort v move, travel, or proceed toward some place repair resound v ring or echo with sound echo,ring,reverberate resound v emit a noise noise resounding adj characterized by resonance resonant,resonating,reverberating resoundingly adv in a resounding manner resource n available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed resource n a source of aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed resource n the ability to deal resourcefully with unusual problems resourcefulness,imagination resourceful adj having inner resources; adroit or imaginative resourcefulness n the quality of being able to cope with a difficult situation resourcefulness n the ability to deal resourcefully with unusual problems resource,imagination respect n (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point regard respect n the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded) esteem,regard respect n an attitude of admiration or esteem esteem,regard disrespect respect n a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard deference respect v regard highly; think much of esteem,value,prize,prise disrespect respect v show respect towards honor,honour,observe disrespect respectability n honorableness by virtue of being respectable and having a good reputation respectable adj characterized by socially or conventionally acceptable morals respectable adj deserving of esteem and respect estimable,good,honorable respectable adj large in amount or extent or degree goodly,goodish,healthy,hefty,sizable,sizeable,tidy respectably adv to a tolerably worthy extent creditably respectably adv in a decent and morally reputable manner respected adj receiving deferential regard respectful adj full of or exhibiting respect disrespectful respectful adj feeling or manifesting veneration reverential,venerating respectfully adv in a respectful manner disrespectfully respective adj considered individually several,various respectively adv in the order given severally respects n (often used with `pay') a formal expression of esteem respiration n the metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic molecules; processes that take place in the cells and tissues d respiration n a single complete act of breathing in and out respiration n the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation breathing,ventilation respirator n a breathing device for administering long-term artificial respiration respirator n a protective mask with a filter; protects the face and lungs against poisonous gases respiratory adj pertaining to respiration respite n a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort reprieve respite n a pause from doing something (as work) recess,break respite n an interruption in the intensity or amount of something suspension,reprieve,hiatus,abatement respite n a pause for relaxation rest,relief respite v postpone the punishment of a convicted criminal, such as an execution reprieve resplendent adj having great beauty and splendor glorious,splendid respond v show a response or a reaction to something react respond v react verbally answer,reply respond v respond favorably or as hoped respondent n the codefendant (especially in a divorce proceeding) who is accused of adultery with the corespondent respondent n someone who responds responder,answerer respondent adj replying answering responder n someone who responds respondent,answerer response n a result response n a bodily process occurring due to the effect of some antecedent stimulus or agent reaction response n a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation answer,reply response n the manner in which something is greeted reception responsibility n the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force duty,obligation responsibility n the proper sphere or extent of your activities province responsibility n a form of trustworthiness; the trait of being answerable to someone for something or being responsible for one's conduct irresponsibility responsible adj worthy of or requiring responsibility or trust; or held accountable irresponsible responsible adj being the agent or cause responsible adj having an acceptable credit rating responsibly adv in a responsible manner irresponsibly responsive adj containing or using responses; alternating responsive adj readily reacting or replying to people or events or stimuli; showing emotion unresponsive responsive adj reacting to a stimulus reactive responsiveness n responsive to stimulation reactivity responsiveness n the quality of being responsive; reacting quickly; as a quality of people, it involves responding with emotion to people and events rest n something left after other parts have been taken away remainder,balance,residual,residue rest n freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility) ease,repose,relaxation rest n a pause for relaxation respite,relief rest n a state of inaction rest v not move; be in a resting position rest v take a short break from one's activities in order to relax breathe rest v give a rest to rest v have a place in relation to something else lie restart v start an engine again, for example restart v take up or begin anew resume restate v to say, state, or perform again repeat,reiterate,iterate,retell restatement n a revised statement restaurant n a building where people go to eat eatery restaurateur n the proprietor of a restaurant rested adj not tired; refreshed as by sleeping or relaxing tired rester n a person who rests restful adj affording physical or mental rest relaxing restless restitute v give or bring back restore restitute v restore to a previous or better condition renovate restitution n a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury damages,amends,indemnity,indemnification,redress restitution n the act of restoring something to its original state restitution n getting something back again return,restoration,regaining restive adj being in a tense state edgy,jittery,jumpy,nervy,uptight restive adj impatient especially under restriction or delay restiveness n the anxious feeling you have when you have the jitters nervousness restiveness n characterized by nervousness and quickness to take fright skittishness restless adj worried and uneasy unsatisfied restless adj ceaselessly in motion restless adj lacking or not affording physical or mental rest uneasy restful restlessly adv in a restless manner restlessness n the quality of being ceaselessly moving or active restlessness n a lack of patience; irritation with anything that causes delay impatience restlessness n a feeling of agitation expressed in continual motion fidget restlessness n inability to rest or relax or be still uneasiness,queasiness restock v stock again restoration n the reign of Charles II in England; 1660-1685 restoration n the act of restoring something or someone to a satisfactory state restoration n getting something back again restitution,return,regaining restoration n the state of being restored to its former good condition renovation,refurbishment restorative n a medicine that strengthens and invigorates tonic restorative n a device for treating injury or disease corrective restorative adj tending to impart new life and vigor to renewing,reviving,revitalizing restorative adj promoting recuperation recuperative restore v return to its original or usable and functioning condition reconstruct restore v return to life; get or give new life or energy regenerate,rejuvenate restore v give or bring back restitute restore v restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken repair,mend,fix,bushel,doctor restorer n a skilled worker who is employed to restore or refinish buildings or antique furniture renovator,preserver restrain v to close within bounds, or otherwise limit or deprive of free movement confine,hold,constrain restrain v restrict (someone or something) so as to make free movement difficult encumber,cumber restrain v prevent (someone or something) from doing something restrain v prevent the action or expression of keep restrained adj cool and formal in manner reticent,unemotional restrained adj under restraint unrestrained restrained adj marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes moderate restrained adj not showy or obtrusive quiet restrainer n a chemical that is added to a photographic developer in order to retard development and reduce the amount of fog on a film restrainer n a person who directs and restrains controller restraint n the act of controlling by restraining someone or something restraint n discipline in personal and social activities control restraint n the state of being physically constrained constraint restraint n a rule or condition that limits freedom restrict v place restrictions on curtail,curb restrict v place under restrictions; limit access to by law control restrict v place limits on (extent or amount or access) trammel,limit,bound,confine,throttle restrict v prevent (information) from being circulated or disclosed restricted adj subject to restriction or subjected to restriction unrestricted restricted adj restricted in meaning; (as e.g. `man' in `a tall man') qualified restricted adj the lowest level of official classification for documents restricting adj restricting the scope or freedom of action confining,constraining,limiting restriction n a principle that limits the extent of something limitation restriction n an act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation) limitation restriction n the act of keeping something within specified bounds (by force if necessary) confinement restrictive adj serving to restrict restrictive adj (of tariff) protective of national interests by restricting imports restrictiveness n a grammatical qualification that makes the meaning more specific (`red hat' has a more specific meaning than `hat') restrictiveness n a lack of permissiveness or indulgence and a tendency to confine behavior within certain specified limits restroom n a toilet that is available to the public convenience restructure v construct or form anew or provide with a new structure reconstitute resubmit v submit (information) again to a program or automatic system result n a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon consequence,effect,outcome,event,issue,upshot result n a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem solution,answer,resolution,solvent result n something that results resultant,outcome,termination result n the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause result v issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end ensue result v produce as a result or residue leave,lead result v come about or follow as a consequence resultant n the final point in a process resultant n something that results result,outcome,termination resultant n a vector that is the sum of two or more other vectors resultant adj occurring with or following as a consequence attendant,consequent,accompanying,concomitant,incidental,sequent,collateral resume n short descriptive summary (of events) sketch,survey resume n a summary of your academic and work history cv resume v take up or begin anew restart resume v return to a previous location or condition resume v assume anew resume v give a summary (of) summarize resumption n beginning again resurface v reappear on the surface resurface v cover with a new surface resurface v appear again resurge v rise again resurgence n bringing again into activity and prominence revival,revitalization resurgent adj rising again as to new life and vigor renascent resurrect v cause to become alive again raise resurrect v restore from a depressed, inactive, or unused state revive resurrect v return from the dead rise,uprise resurrection n (New Testament) the rising of Christ on the third day after the Crucifixion resurrection n a revival from inactivity and disuse resuscitate v cause to regain consciousness revive resuscitate v return to consciousness revive resuscitated adj restored to life or consciousness resuscitation n the act of reviving a person and returning them to consciousness ret v place (flax, hemp, or jute) in liquid so as to promote loosening of the fibers from the woody tissue retail n the selling of goods to consumers; usually in small quantities and not for resale wholesale retail v be sold at the retail level retail v sell on the retail market wholesale retail adv at a retail price wholesale retailer n a merchant who sells goods at retail retailing n the activities involved in selling commodities directly to consumers retain v hold back within retain v allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature continue,keep retain v secure and keep for possible future use or application hold retain v keep in one's mind retained adj continued in your keeping or use or memory maintained retainer n a fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone consideration retainer n a person working in the service of another (especially in the household) servant retainer n a dental appliance that holds teeth (or a prosthesis) in position after orthodontic treatment retake n a shot or scene that is photographed again retake v take back by force, as after a battle recapture retake v capture again recapture retake v photograph again retaking n the act of taking something back recapture retaliate v take revenge for a perceived wrong revenge,avenge retaliate v make a counterattack and return like for like, especially evil for evil retaliation n action taken in return for an injury or offense revenge retaliatory adj of or relating to or having the nature of retribution retardant n any agent that retards or delays or hinders retardation retardation n a decrease in rate of change deceleration,slowing retardation n the extent to which something is delayed or held back retardation n any agent that retards or delays or hinders retardant retardation n lack of normal development of intellectual capacities backwardness,slowness,subnormality retch n an involuntary spasm of ineffectual vomiting heave retch v eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth vomit,purge,cast,sick,cat,disgorge,puke,barf retch v make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit gag,heave retell v render verbally recite retell v make into fiction fictionalize retell v to say, state, or perform again repeat,reiterate,iterate,restate retention n the act of retaining something keeping,holding retention n the power of retaining and recalling past experience memory retention n the power of retaining liquid rethink n thinking again about a choice previously made reconsideration,afterthought rethink v change one's mind reticence n the trait of being uncommunicative; not volunteering anything more than necessary reserve reticent adj temperamentally disinclined to talk reticent adj cool and formal in manner restrained,unemotional reticent adj reluctant to draw attention to yourself retiring reticular adj resembling or forming a network reticulate reticulate v form a net or a network reticulate v distribute by a network, as of water or electricity reticulate v divide so as to form a network reticulate adj resembling or forming a network reticular retina n the innermost light-sensitive membrane covering the back wall of the eyeball; it is continuous with the optic nerve retinal n either of two yellow to red retinal pigments formed from rhodopsin by the action of light retinal adj in or relating to the retina of the eye retinoblastoma n malignant ocular tumor of retinal cells; usually occurs before the third year of life; composed of primitive small round retinal cells retinol n an unsaturated alcohol that occurs in marine fish-liver oils and is synthesized biologically from carotene retinue n the group following and attending to some important person cortege,suite,entourage retire v go into retirement; stop performing one's work or withdraw from one's position retire v withdraw from active participation withdraw retire v pull back or move away or backward withdraw,retreat,recede retire v withdraw from circulation or from the market, as of bills, shares, and bonds retired adj no longer active in your work or profession retirement n the state of being retired from one's business or occupation retirement n withdrawal from your position or occupation retirement n withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation retreat retiring adj not arrogant or presuming unassuming retiring adj of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office past,preceding retiring adj reluctant to draw attention to yourself reticent retool v revise or reorganize, especially for the purpose of updating and improving revise retool v provide (a workshop or factory) with new tools retort n a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) rejoinder,return,riposte,replication,comeback,counter retort n a vessel where substances are distilled or decomposed by heat retort v answer back repay,return,riposte,rejoin retrace v to go back over again trace retrace v reassemble mentally reconstruct,construct retract v formally reject or disavow a formerly held belief, usually under pressure recant,forswear,resile retract v pull away from a source of disgust or fear retract v use a surgical instrument to hold open (the edges of a wound or an organ) retract v pull inward or towards a center retractable adj capable of being retracted retracted adj drawn back and in retraction n a disavowal or taking back of a previous assertion recantation retraction n the act of pulling or holding or drawing a part back retractor n surgical instrument that holds back the edges of a surgical incision retrain v teach new skills retrain v train again retraining n training for a new occupation retread n a used automobile tire that has been remolded to give it new treads recap retread v use again in altered form rework retread v give new treads to (a tire) remold retreat n (military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat retreat n a place of privacy; a place affording peace and quiet retreat n (military) a signal to begin a withdrawal from a dangerous position retreat n (military) a bugle call signaling the lowering of the flag at sunset retreat v pull back or move away or backward withdraw,recede,retire retreat v move away, as for privacy retreat v move back retrograde retreat v make a retreat from an earlier commitment or activity crawfish,withdraw retreated n people who have retreated retrench v tighten one's belt; use resources carefully retrench v make a reduction, as in one's workforce retrenchment n entrenchment consisting of an additional interior fortification to prolong the defense retrenchment n the reduction of expenditures in order to become financially stable curtailment,downsizing retrial n a new trial in which issues already litigated and to which the court has already rendered a verdict or decision are reexamined by the same c retribution n a justly deserved penalty retribution n the act of correcting for your wrongdoing retribution n the act of taking revenge (harming someone in retaliation for something harmful that they have done) especially in the next life vengeance,payback retrieval n (computer science) the operation of accessing information from the computer's memory retrieval n the cognitive operation of accessing information in memory retrieval n the act of regaining or saving something lost (or in danger of becoming lost) recovery retrieve v get or find back; recover the use of recover,find,regain retrieve v go for and bring back retrieve v run after, pick up, and bring to the master retrieve v recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection remember,recall,recollect,think retriever n a dog with heavy water-resistant coat that can be trained to retrieve game retro n a fashion reminiscent of the past retro adj affecting things past retroactive retroactive adj descriptive of any event or stimulus or process that has an effect on the effects of events or stimuli or process that occurred previously proactive retroactive adj affecting things past retro retroactively adv after the fact retroflex v bend or turn backward replicate retroflex v articulate (a consonant) with the tongue curled back against the palate retroflex adj bent or curved backward retroflex adj pronounced with the tip of the tongue turned back toward the hard palate cacuminal retrograde v move backward in an orbit, of celestial bodies retrograde v move in a direction contrary to the usual one retrograde v move back retreat retrograde v go back over rehash retrograde adj moving from east to west on the celestial sphere; or--for planets--around the sun in a direction opposite to that of the Earth direct retrograde adj of amnesia; affecting time immediately preceding trauma retrograde adj going from better to worse retrograde adj moving or directed or tending in a backward direction or contrary to a previous direction retrospect n contemplation of things past retrospect v look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events); remember review retrospective n an exhibition of a representative selection of an artist's life work retrospective adj concerned with or related to the past prospective retrospectively adv in a manner contemplative of past events retroversion n a turning or tilting backward of an organ or body part retroversion n translation back into the original language retroversion n returning to a former state regression,regress,reversion retrovirus n any of a group of viruses that contain two single-strand linear RNA molecules per virion and reverse transcriptase (RNA to DNA); the virus t retry v hear or try a court case anew rehear return n document giving the tax collector information about the taxpayer's tax liability return n a coming to or returning home homecoming return n the occurrence of a change in direction back in the opposite direction return n getting something back again restitution,restoration,regaining return v go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before return v give back render return v go back to a previous state revert,regress return v go back to something earlier recall returnable adj that may be returned returning adj tending to return to an earlier state reverting returning adj tending to be turned back reuben n (Old Testment) a son of Jacob and forefather of one of the tribes of Israel reuben n a hot sandwich with corned beef and Swiss cheese and sauerkraut on rye bread reunification n the act of coming together again reunion reunify v unify again, as of a country reunite reunion n a party of former associates who have come together again reunion n the act of coming together again reunification reunite v have a reunion; unite again reunite v unify again, as of a country reunify reuse v use again after processing recycle,reprocess rev n rate of revolution of a motor rpm rev v increase the number of rotations per minute revaluation n a new appraisal or evaluation reappraisal,review,reassessment revalue v gain in value appreciate,apprise revalue v value anew revamp v to patch up or renovate; repair or restore revamp v provide (a shoe) with a new vamp vamp reveal v make visible unveil reveal v make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret unwrap,disclose,discover,expose,divulge,break,uncover reveal v disclose directly or through prophets revealing n the speech act of making something evident disclosure,revelation revealing adj disclosing unintentionally something concealed telling,telltale revealing adj showing or making known concealing reveille n (military) signal to wake up reveille n a signal to get up in the morning; in the military it is a bugle call at sunrise revel n unrestrained merrymaking revelry revel v take delight in delight,enjoy revel v celebrate noisily, often indulging in drinking; engage in uproarious festivities racket,wassail revelation n the speech act of making something evident disclosure,revealing revelation n an enlightening or astonishing disclosure revelation n communication of knowledge to man by a divine or supernatural agency revelation n the last book of the New Testament; contains visionary descriptions of heaven and of conflicts between good and evil and of the end of the w apocalypse revelatory adj (usually followed by `of') pointing out or revealing clearly indicative,suggestive revelatory adj prophetic of devastation or ultimate doom apocalyptic reveler n a celebrant who shares in a noisy party reveller reveller n a celebrant who shares in a noisy party reveler revelry n unrestrained merrymaking revel revenant n a person who returns after a lengthy absence revenant n someone who has returned from the dead revenant adj of or relating to or typical of a revenant revenant adj coming back recurring revenge n action taken in return for an injury or offense retaliation revenge v take revenge for a perceived wrong avenge,retaliate revenue n the entire amount of income before any deductions are made gross,receipts revenue n government income due to taxation taxation revenuer n a government agent responsible for collecting revenue (especially one responsible for stopping bootlegging) reverberant adj having a tendency to reverberate or be repeatedly reflected reverberate v ring or echo with sound resound,echo,ring reverberate v have a long or continuing effect reverberate v be reflected as heat, sound, or light or shock waves reverberate v to throw or bend back (from a surface) reflect reverberating adj characterized by resonance resonant,resonating,resounding reverberation n the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves echo,replication reverberation n a remote or indirect consequence of some action repercussion revere n American silversmith remembered for his midnight ride (celebrated in a poem by Longfellow) to warn the colonists in Lexington and Concord th revere n a lapel on a woman's garment; turned back to show the reverse side revere v love unquestioningly and uncritically or to excess; venerate as an idol idolize,worship revere v regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of reverence,fear,venerate revered adj profoundly honored august,venerable reverence n a feeling of profound respect for someone or something fear,awe,veneration reverence n a reverent mental attitude irreverence reverence n an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy) reverence v regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of fear,revere,venerate reverend n a member of the clergy and a spiritual leader of the Christian Church clergyman reverend n a title of respect for a clergyman reverend adj worthy of adoration or reverence sublime reverent adj feeling or showing profound respect or veneration irreverent reverent adj showing great reverence for god godly,worshipful reverential adj feeling or manifesting veneration respectful,venerating reverently adv with reverence; in a reverent manner reverie n absentminded dreaming while awake daydream,daydreaming reverie n an abstracted state of absorption reversal n a change from one state to the opposite state reversal n an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating reverse,setback,blow reversal n turning in an opposite direction or position reversal n a decision to reverse an earlier decision turnabout,turnaround reverse n a relation of direct opposition contrary,opposite reverse n the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed reverse n an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating reversal,setback,blow reverse n the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design obverse reverse v change to the contrary turn reverse v turn inside out or upside down invert reverse v rule against overrule,overturn,override,overthrow reverse v cancel officially revoke,annul,lift,repeal,overturn,rescind,vacate reverse adj directed or moving toward the rear rearward reverse adj of the transmission gear causing backward movement in a motor vehicle forward reverse adj reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect inverse reversed adj turned inside out and resewn reversed adj turned about in order or relation converse,transposed reversible n a garment (especially a coat) that can be worn inside out (with either side of the cloth showing) reversible adj capable of reversing or being reversed irreversible reversible adj capable of being reversed or used with either side out reversible adj capable of being reversed reversible adj capable of assuming or producing either of two states reversion n (law) an interest in an estate that reverts to the grantor (or his heirs) at the end of some period (e.g., the death of the grantee) reversion n (genetics) a return to a normal phenotype (usually resulting from a second mutation) reversion n a reappearance of an earlier characteristic atavism,throwback reversion n turning in the opposite direction reverse,reversal,turnabout,turnaround revert v go back to a previous state return,regress revert v undergo reversion, as in a mutation reverting n a failure to maintain a higher state backsliding,lapse,lapsing,relapse,relapsing,reversion reverting adj tending to return to an earlier state returning review n a new appraisal or evaluation reappraisal,revaluation,reassessment review n an essay or article that gives a critical evaluation (as of a book or play) critique review n a subsequent examination of a patient for the purpose of monitoring earlier treatment review n (accounting) a service (less exhaustive than an audit) that provides some assurance to interested parties as to the reliability of financial review v look at again; examine again review v appraise critically critique review v hold a review (of troops) survey review v refresh one's memory refresh reviewer n someone who reads manuscripts and judges their suitability for publication referee,reader reviewer n a writer who reports and analyzes events of the day commentator revile v spread negative information about vilify,vituperate,rail revise n the act of rewriting something revision revise v make revisions in revise v revise or reorganize, especially for the purpose of updating and improving retool revised adj improved or brought up to date revised adj altered or revised by rephrasing or by adding or deleting material revising n editing that involves writing something again rewriting revision n the act of revising or altering (involving reconsideration and modification) alteration revision n the act of rewriting something revise revision n something that has been written again rewrite revisionism n any dangerous departure from the teachings of Marx revisionism n a moderate evolutionary form of Marxism revisionist n a Communist who tries to rewrite Marxism to justify a retreat from the revolutionary position revisit v visit again revitalization n bringing again into activity and prominence revival,resurgence revitalize v restore strength regenerate revitalize v give new life or vigor to revitalized adj restored to new life and vigor reborn revitalizing adj tending to impart new life and vigor to renewing,restorative,reviving revival n bringing again into activity and prominence resurgence,revitalization revival n an evangelistic meeting intended to reawaken interest in religion revivalist n a preacher of the Christian gospel evangelist revive v cause to regain consciousness resuscitate revive v give new life or energy to animate,recreate,renovate,repair,quicken revive v be brought back to life, consciousness, or strength revive v restore from a depressed, inactive, or unused state resurrect revived adj restored to consciousness or life or vigor revived adj given fresh life or vigor or spirit reviving adj tending to impart new life and vigor to renewing,restorative,revitalizing revocable adj capable of being revoked or annulled irrevocable revocation n the state of being cancelled or annulled annulment revocation n the act (by someone having the authority) of annulling something previously done revoke n the mistake of not following suit when able to do so renege revoke v fail to follow suit when able and required to do so revoke v cancel officially annul,lift,reverse,repeal,overturn,rescind,vacate revolt n organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another rebellion,insurrection,rising,uprising revolt v make revolution revolt v fill with distaste disgust,repel revolt v cause aversion in; offend the moral sense of disgust,nauseate,sicken revolting adj highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust disgusting,distasteful,foul,loathsome,repellent,repelling,skanky,wicked revolution n a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving revolution n the overthrow of a government by those who are governed revolution n a single complete turn (axial or orbital) rotation,gyration revolutionary n a radical supporter of political or social revolution revolutionist,subversive revolutionary adj markedly new or introducing radical change radical revolutionary adj of or relating to or characteristic or causing an axial or orbital turn rotatory revolutionary adj relating to or having the nature of a revolution revolutionary adj advocating or engaged in revolution counterrevolutionary revolutionist n a radical supporter of political or social revolution revolutionary,subversive revolutionize v change radically overturn revolutionize v overthrow by a revolution, of governments revolutionize v fill with revolutionary ideas inspire revolve v turn on or around an axis or a center rotate revolve v move in an orbit orb,orbit revolve v cause to move by turning over or in a circular manner of as if on an axis roll revolved adj turned in a circle around an axis rotated revolver n a pistol with a revolving cylinder (usually having six chambers for bullets) revolver n a door consisting of four orthogonal partitions that rotate about a central pivot; a door designed to equalize the air pressure in tall buil revue n a variety show with topical sketches and songs and dancing and comedians review revulsion n intense aversion repulsion,horror reward n a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing wages,payoff reward n payment made in return for a service rendered reward n an act performed to strengthen approved behavior reinforcement reward n the offer of money for helping to find a criminal or for returning lost property reward v bestow honor or rewards upon honor,honour reward v strengthen and support with rewards reinforce reward v act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions repay rewarding adj providing personal satisfaction rewind v wind (up) again rewire v provide with new wiring reword v express the same message in different words paraphrase,rephrase rework v use again in altered form retread rewrite n something that has been written again revision rewrite v write differently; alter the writing of rewrite v rewrite so as to make fit to suit a new or different purpose rewriting n editing that involves writing something again revising rex n a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom king reyes n Chilean poet (1904-1973) neruda reykjavik n the capital and chief port of Iceland on the southwestern coast of Iceland; buildings are heated by natural hot water reynard n a conventional name for a fox used in tales following usage in the old epic `Reynard the Fox' reynolds n English portrait painter and first president of the Royal Academy (1723-1792) rhapsodic adj feeling great rapture or delight ecstatic,enraptured,rapturous,rapt rhapsodize v recite a rhapsody rhapsodize v say (something) with great enthusiasm rhapsody n an enthusiastic expression of emotion rhapsody n (music) a free instrumental composition in one extended movement; typically emotional or exuberant in character rhapsody n (in ancient Greece) an epic poem adapted for recitation rhea n fertility goddess in ancient Greek mythology; wife of Cronus and mother of Zeus; identified with Roman Ops and Cybele of ancient Asia Minor rhea n smaller of two tall fast-running flightless birds similar to ostriches but three-toed; found from Peru to Strait of Magellan rhea n larger of two tall fast-running flightless birds similar to ostriches but three-toed; found from Brazil to Patagonia rhein n a major European river carrying more traffic than any other river in the world; flows into the North Sea rhine rheology n the branch of physics that studies the deformation and flow of matter rhesus n of southern Asia; used in medical research rhetoric n using language effectively to please or persuade rhetoric n high-flown style; excessive use of verbal ornamentation rhetoric n loud and confused and empty talk rhetoric n study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking) rhetorical adj of or relating to rhetoric rhetorical adj given to rhetoric, emphasizing style at the expense of thought rhetorically adv in a rhetorical manner rhetorician n a person who delivers a speech or oration orator rheum n a watery discharge from the mucous membranes (especially from the eyes or nose) rheum n rhubarb rheumatic n a person suffering with rheumatism rheumatic adj of or pertaining to arthritis arthritic,creaky,rheumatoid rheumatism n any painful disorder of the joints or muscles or connective tissues rheumatism n a chronic autoimmune disease with inflammation of the joints and marked deformities; something (possibly a virus) triggers an attack on the rheumatoid adj of or pertaining to arthritis arthritic,creaky,rheumatic rhinal adj of or in or relating to the nose nasal rhine n United States parapsychologist (1895-1980) rhine n a major European river carrying more traffic than any other river in the world; flows into the North Sea rhein rhineland n a picturesque region of Germany around the Rhine river rhinestone n an imitation diamond made from rock crystal or glass or paste rhino n massive powerful herbivorous odd-toed ungulate of southeast Asia and Africa having very thick skin and one or two horns on the snout rhinoceros rhinoceros n massive powerful herbivorous odd-toed ungulate of southeast Asia and Africa having very thick skin and one or two horns on the snout rhino rhinoplasty n cosmetic surgery to improve the appearance of your nose rhizoid n any of various slender filaments that function as roots in mosses and ferns and fungi etc rhizoidal adj of or relating to a rhizoid rhizome n a horizontal plant stem with shoots above and roots below serving as a reproductive structure rho n the 17th letter of the Greek alphabet rhodanthe n Australian annual everlasting having light pink nodding flower heads; sometimes placed in genus Helipterum rhodes n British colonial financier and statesman in South Africa; made a fortune in gold and diamond mining; helped colonize the territory now known rhodes n a Greek island in the southeast Aegean Sea 10 miles off the Turkish coast; the largest of the Dodecanese; it was colonized before 1000 BC by rhodesia n a landlocked republic in south central Africa formerly called Rhodesia; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1980 zimbabwe rhodesian adj of or relating to the former country of Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) rhodium n a white hard metallic element that is one of the platinum group and is found in platinum ores; used in alloys with platinum rhododendron n any shrub of the genus Rhododendron: evergreen shrubs or small shrubby trees having leathery leaves and showy clusters of campanulate (bell- rhodopsin n a red photopigment in the retinal rods of vertebrates; dissociates into retinene by light rhomb n a parallelogram with four equal sides; an oblique-angled equilateral parallelogram rhombus,diamond rhombus n a parallelogram with four equal sides; an oblique-angled equilateral parallelogram rhomb,diamond rhonchus n a sound like whistling or snoring that is heard with a stethoscope during expiration as air passes through obstructed channels rhubarb n long pinkish sour leafstalks usually eaten cooked and sweetened rhubarb n plants having long green or reddish acidic leafstalks growing in basal clumps; stems (and only the stems) are edible when cooked; leaves are rhumb n a line on a sphere that cuts all meridians at the same angle; the path taken by a ship or plane that maintains a constant compass direction rhyme n correspondence in the sounds of two or more lines (especially final sounds) rime rhyme n a piece of poetry verse rhyme v compose rhymes rime rhyme v be similar in sound, especially with respect to the last syllable rime rhymed adj having corresponding sounds especially terminal sounds rhyming,riming rhymer n a writer who composes rhymes; a maker of poor verses (usually used as terms of contempt for minor or inferior poets) rhyming adj having corresponding sounds especially terminal sounds rhymed,riming rhythm n the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music beat rhythm n recurring at regular intervals rhythm n an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs cycle,round rhythm n the arrangement of spoken words alternating stressed and unstressed elements rhythmic adj recurring with measured regularity rhythmically adv in a rhythmic manner rial n the basic unit of money in Yemen; equal to 100 fils rial n the basic unit of money in Oman rial n the basic unit of money in Iran rib n support resembling the rib of an animal rib n any of the 12 pairs of curved arches of bone extending from the spine to or toward the sternum in humans (and similar bones in most vertebra costa rib n cut of meat including one or more ribs rib n a teasing remark rib v form vertical ribs by knitting rib v subject to laughter or ridicule ridicule,roast,guy,blackguard ribald n a ribald person; someone who uses vulgar and offensive language ribald adj humorously vulgar bawdy ribaldry n ribald humor ribaldry n behavior or language bordering on indelicacy raciness ribband n a ribbon used as a decoration ribbed adj furnished or strengthened with ribs ribbed adj (of the surface) having a rough, riblike texture costate ribbing n a framework of ribs ribbing n the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances tease,teasing ribbon n any long object resembling a thin line thread ribbon n an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event decoration,medal,medallion,palm ribbon n a long strip of inked material for making characters on paper with a typewriter ribbon n notion consisting of a narrow strip of fine material used for trimming ricardo n English economist who argued that the laws of supply and demand should operate in a free market (1772-1823) rice n grains used as food either unpolished or more often polished rice n annual or perennial rhizomatous marsh grasses; seed used for food; straw used for paper rice n English lyricist who frequently worked with Andrew Lloyd Webber (born in 1944) rice n United States playwright (1892-1967) rice v sieve so that it becomes the consistency of rice rich n people who have possessions and wealth (considered as a group) poor rich adj possessing material wealth poor rich adj having an abundant supply of desirable qualities or substances (especially natural resources) poor rich adj of great worth or quality rich adj marked by great fruitfulness fat,fertile,productive richards n English literary critic who collaborated with C. K. Ogden and contributed to the development of Basic English (1893-1979) richardson n United States architect (1838-1886) richardson n British stage and screen actor noted for playing classic roles (1902-1983) richelieu n French prelate and statesman; principal minister to Louis XIII (1585-1642) riches n an abundance of material possessions and resources wealth richly adv to an ample degree or in an ample manner amply richly adv in a rich manner high richly adv in a rich and lavish manner lavishly,extravagantly richmond n capital of the state of Virginia located in the east central part of the state; was capital of the Confederacy during the American Civil War richness n the property of being extremely abundant profusion,cornucopia richness n abundant wealth affluence richness n the property of a sensation that is rich and pleasing fullness,mellowness richness n the quality of having high intrinsic value ricin n a toxic protein extracted from castor beans; used as a chemical reagent; can be used as a bioweapon rick n a painful muscle spasm especially in the neck or back (`rick' and `wrick' are British) crick,kink rick n a stack of hay haystack rick v pile in ricks rick v twist suddenly so as to sprain twist,sprain,wrench,turn rickets n childhood disease caused by deficiency of vitamin D and sunlight associated with impaired metabolism of calcium and phosphorus rickety adj inclined to shake as from weakness or defect shaky,wobbly,wonky rickety adj affected with, suffering from, or characteristic of rickets rickety adj lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality decrepit,feeble,infirm,sapless,weak,weakly rickey n a mixed drink made of sweetened lime juice and soda water usually with liquor ricksha n a small two-wheeled cart for one passenger; pulled by one person rickshaw rickshaw n a small two-wheeled cart for one passenger; pulled by one person ricksha rico n law intended to eradicate organized crime by establishing strong sanctions and forfeiture provisions ricochet n a glancing rebound carom ricochet v spring back; spring away from an impact bounce,resile,spring,bound,rebound,recoil,reverberate ricotta n soft Italian cheese like cottage cheese rictus n a gaping grimace rid v relieve from free,disembarrass riddance n the act of removing or getting rid of something elimination riddance n the act of forcing out someone or something ejection,exclusion,expulsion riddle n a difficult problem conundrum,enigma riddle n a coarse sieve (as for gravel) riddle v pierce with many holes riddle v set a difficult problem or riddle riddle v separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff screen riddle v spread or diffuse through permeate,pervade,penetrate,interpenetrate,diffuse,imbue riddled adj (often followed by `with') damaged throughout by numerous perforations or holes riddled adj spread throughout ride n a journey in a vehicle (usually an automobile) drive ride n a mechanical device that you ride for amusement or excitement ride v sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions sit ride v be carried or travel on or in a vehicle walk ride v continue undisturbed and without interference ride v move like a floating object rider n a traveler who actively rides an animal (as a horse or camel) rider n a clause that is appended to a legislative bill rider n a traveler who actively rides a vehicle (as a bicycle or motorcycle) rider n a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it passenger ridge n a long narrow natural elevation or striation ridge n any long raised strip ridge n a long narrow natural elevation on the floor of the ocean ridge n a long narrow range of hills ridge v extend in ridges ridge v plough alternate strips by throwing the furrow onto an unploughed strip ridge v throw soil toward (a crop row) from both sides ridge v spade into alternate ridges and troughs ridged adj having a ridge or shaped like a ridge or suggesting the keel of a ship keeled ridgepole n a beam laid along the edge where two sloping sides of a roof meet at the top; provides an attachment for the upper ends of rafters ridge,rooftree ridicule n language or behavior intended to mock or humiliate ridicule n the act of deriding or treating with contempt derision ridicule v subject to laughter or ridicule roast,guy,blackguard,rib ridiculous adj inspiring scornful pity pathetic,silly ridiculous adj so unreasonable as to invite derision absurd,cockeyed,idiotic,laughable,ludicrous,nonsensical,preposterous ridiculous adj broadly or extravagantly humorous; resembling farce farcical,ludicrous ridiculously adv so as to arouse or deserve laughter ludicrously riding n the sport of sitting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements equitation riding n travel by being carried on horseback ridley n a marine turtle riesling n white grape grown in Europe and California riesling n fragrant dry or sweet white wine from the Rhine valley or a similar wine from California rife adj most frequent or common prevailing,prevalent,predominant,dominant rife adj excessively abundant riff n a Berber living in northern Morocco riff n a jazz ostinato; usually provides a background for a solo improvisation riff v look through a book or other written material flick,flip,thumb,riffle,leaf riff v play riffs riffle n a small wave on the surface of a liquid ripple,rippling riffle n shuffling by splitting the pack and interweaving the two halves at their corners riffle v twitch or flutter flick,ruffle riffle v look through a book or other written material flick,flip,thumb,leaf,riff riffle v stir up (water) so as to form ripples ripple,ruffle,cockle,undulate riffle v shuffle (playing cards) by separating the deck into two parts and riffling with the thumbs so the cards intermix riffraff n disparaging terms for the common people rabble,ragtag rifle n a shoulder firearm with a long barrel and a rifled bore rifle v steal goods; take as spoils plunder,loot,reave,strip,ransack,pillage,foray rifle v go through in search of something; search through someone's belongings in an unauthorized way go rifled adj of a firearm; having rifling or internal spiral grooves inside the barrel rifleman n someone skilled in the use of a rifle rifleman n a soldier whose weapon is a rifle rifling n the cutting of spiral grooves on the inside of the barrel of a firearm rift n a gap between cloud masses rift n a narrow fissure in rock rift n a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions) rupture,breach,break,severance rig n gear (including necessary machinery) for a particular enterprise rig n a truck consisting of a tractor and trailer together semi rig n formation of masts, spars, sails, etc., on a vessel rigging rig n a set of clothing (with accessories) outfit,turnout rig v arrange the outcome of by means of deceit rig v manipulate in a fraudulent manner manipulate rig v connect or secure to rig v equip with sails or masts set riga n a port city on the Gulf of Riga that is the capital and largest city of Latvia; formerly a member of the Hanseatic League rigel n the brightest star in Orion rigged adj fitted or equipped with necessary rigging (sails and shrouds and stays etc) rigger n someone who rigs ships rigger n a long slender pointed sable brush used by artists rigger n someone who works on an oil rig rigger n a sailing vessel with a specified rig rigging n gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails tackle rigging n formation of masts, spars, sails, etc., on a vessel rig right n an abstract idea of that which is due to a person or governmental body by law or tradition or nature right n location near or direction toward the right side; i.e. the side to the south when a person or object faces east left right n the piece of ground in the outfield on the catcher's right right n those who support political or social or economic conservatism; those who believe that things are better left unchanged right v make reparations or amends for compensate,redress,correct wrong right v put in or restore to an upright position right v regain an upright or proper position right v make right or correct correct,rectify right adj being or located on or directed toward the side of the body to the east when facing north left right adj free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth correct wrong right adj socially right or correct correct right adj in conformance with justice or law or morality wrong right adv precisely, exactly right adv immediately right adv exactly flop right adv toward or on the right; also used figuratively left righteous adj characterized by or proceeding from accepted standards of morality or justice righteous adj morally justified righteously adv in a righteous manner righteousness n adhering to moral principles rightful adj legally valid rightful adj having a legally established claim true,lawful rightfully adv by right truly rightist n a member of a right wing political party rightist adj believing in or supporting tenets of the political right rightly adv with honesty justly rightness n according with conscience or morality rightness n appropriate conduct; doing the right thing appropriateness rightness n conformity to fact or truth correctness rightness n conformity with some esthetic standard of correctness or propriety nicety rigid adj incapable of or resistant to bending stiff rigid adj incapable of compromise or flexibility strict rigid adj incapable of adapting or changing to meet circumstances inflexible,unbending rigid adj designating an airship or dirigible having a form maintained by a stiff unyielding frame or structure rigidity n the physical property of being stiff and resisting bending rigidity n the quality of being rigid and rigorously severe inflexibility rigidly adv in a rigid manner stiffly,bolt rigor n something hard to endure asperity,grimness,hardship,severity rigor n the quality of being valid and rigorous cogency,validity rigor n excessive sternness severity,harshness,hardness,stiffness rigorous adj rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard strict rigorous adj demanding strict attention to rules and procedures stringent,tight rigorously adv in a rigorous manner strictly rile v cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations annoy,rag,bother,irritate,nark,nettle,gravel,vex rile v make turbid by stirring up the sediments of roil riled adj aroused to impatience or anger annoyed,irritated,miffed,nettled,peeved,pissed,roiled,steamed riley n United States poet (1849-1916) rill n a small stream rivulet,run,runnel rill n a small channel (as one formed by soil erosion) rim n the shape of a raised edge of a more or less circular object rim n (basketball) the hoop from which the net is suspended rim n the outer part of a wheel to which the tire is attached rim n a projection used for strength or for attaching to another object flange rim v run around the rim of rim v furnish with a rim rim v roll around the rim of rima n a narrow elongated opening or fissure between two symmetrical parts rimbaud n French poet whose work influenced the surrealists (1854-1891) rime n ice crystals forming a white deposit (especially on objects outside) frost,hoar rime n correspondence in the sounds of two or more lines (especially final sounds) rhyme rime v be similar in sound, especially with respect to the last syllable rhyme rime v compose rhymes rhyme rimed adj covered with frost frosty riming adj having corresponding sounds especially terminal sounds rhymed,rhyming rimmed adj having a rim or a rim of a specified kind rind n the natural outer covering of food (usually removed before eating) ring n a characteristic sound ring n a toroidal shape halo,annulus,doughnut ring n a rigid circular band of metal or wood or other material used for holding or fastening or hanging or pulling hoop ring n (chemistry) a chain of atoms in a molecule that forms a closed loop ring v sound loudly and sonorously peal ring v ring or echo with sound resound,echo,reverberate ring v make (bells) ring, often for the purposes of musical edification knell ring v get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone call,telephone,phone ringed adj shaped like a ring annular,annulate ringed adj having colored rings around the body ringed adj wearing a wedding ring; lawfully married ringer n a person who rings church bells (as for summoning the congregation) toller ringer n a person who is almost identical to another clone ringer n a contestant entered in a competition under false pretenses ringer n (horseshoes) the successful throw of a horseshoe or quoit so as to encircle a stake or peg ringing n the sound of a bell ringing ring ringing n the giving of a ring as a token of engagement ringing n having the character of a loud deep sound; the quality of being resonant resonance,vibrancy ringleader n a person who leads (especially in illicit activities) ringlet n a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals) coil,whorl,roll,curl,curlicue,gyre,scroll ringlet n a strand or cluster of hair lock,curl,whorl ringlet n a small ring ringlet n any of various butterflies belonging to the family Satyridae ringling n United States showman whose song-and-dance troop evolved into a circus (1863-1926) ringmaster n the person in charge of performances in a circus ring rings n gymnastic apparatus consisting of a pair of heavy metal circles (usually covered with leather) suspended by ropes; used for gymnastic exerci ringside n first row of seating; has an unobstructed view of a boxing or wrestling ring ringworm n infections of the skin or nails caused by fungi and appearing as itching circular patches roundworm rink n building that contains a surface for ice skating or roller skating rinse n a liquid preparation used on wet hair to give it a tint rinse n the removal of soap with clean water in the final stage of washing rinsing rinse n the act of giving a light tint to the hair rinse n washing lightly without soap rinse v wash off soap or remaining dirt rinse v clean with some chemical process wash rinse v rinse one's mouth and throat with mouthwash gargle rinsing n the removal of soap with clean water in the final stage of washing rinse rio n the former capital and 2nd largest city of Brazil; chief Brazilian port; famous as a tourist attraction riot n a public act of violence by an unruly mob riot n a state of disorder involving group violence rioting riot n a joke that seems extremely funny howler,scream,wow riot n a wild gathering involving excessive drinking and promiscuity orgy,debauchery,bacchanal,bacchanalia riot v take part in a riot; disturb the public peace by engaging in a riot riot v engage in boisterous, drunken merrymaking carouse,roister rioter n troublemaker who participates in a violent disturbance of the peace; someone who rises up against the constituted authority rioting n a state of disorder involving group violence riot riotous adj produced or growing in extreme abundance exuberant,lush,luxuriant,profuse riotous adj characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination disruptive,troubled,tumultuous,turbulent riotous adj unrestrained by convention or morality degenerate,degraded,dissipated,libertine,profligate,fast rip n a dissolute man in fashionable society rake,profligate,blood rip n an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart rent,snag,split,tear rip n a stretch of turbulent water in a river or the sea caused by one current flowing into or across another current riptide,crosscurrent rip n the act of rending or ripping or splitting something rent,split rip v tear or be torn violently rend,rive,pull rip v move precipitously or violently rip v cut (wood) along the grain rip v take without the owner's consent steal ripe adj fully developed or matured and ready to be eaten or used mature green ripe adj fully prepared or eager ripe adj most suitable or right for a particular purpose good,right ripe adj at the highest point of development especially in judgment or knowledge ripen v cause to ripen or develop fully mature ripen v grow ripe ripened adj of wines, fruit, cheeses; having reached a desired or final condition; (`aged' pronounced as one syllable) aged ripening n coming to full development; becoming mature maturation ripening n acquiring desirable qualities by being left undisturbed for some time aging riposte n a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) rejoinder,retort,return,replication,comeback,counter riposte n (fencing) a counterattack made immediately after successfully parrying the opponents lunge riposte v make a return thrust riposte v answer back retort,repay,return,rejoin ripped adj stupefied or excited by a chemical substance (especially alcohol) intoxicated,drunk,inebriated,gone ripper n a murderer who slashes the victims with a knife ripping adj resembling a sound of violent tearing as of something ripped apart or lightning splitting a tree rending,splitting ripping adj very good; of the highest quality excellent,splendid ripple n a small wave on the surface of a liquid rippling,riffle ripple n (electronics) an oscillation of small amplitude imposed on top of a steady value ripple v stir up (water) so as to form ripples ruffle,riffle,cockle,undulate ripple v flow in an irregular current with a bubbling noise babble,guggle,burble,bubble,gurgle rippled adj uneven by virtue of having wrinkles or waves wavy rippled adj shaken into waves or undulations as by wind ruffled rippling n a small wave on the surface of a liquid ripple,riffle riptide n a stretch of turbulent water in a river or the sea caused by one current flowing into or across another current rip,crosscurrent riptide n a strong surface current flowing outwards from a shore rise n a growth in strength or number or importance fall rise n the act of changing location in an upward direction ascent,ascension,ascending rise n an upward slope or grade (as in a road) ascent,raise,climb,upgrade rise n a movement upward rising,ascent,ascension fall rise v move upward lift,arise,uprise fall rise v increase in value or to a higher point climb rise v rise to one's feet arise,uprise rise v rise up lift,rear risen adj (of e.g. celestial bodies) above the horizon riser n a person who rises (especially from bed) riser n a vertical pipe in a building riser n structural member consisting of the vertical part of a stair or step rising n a movement upward rise,ascent,ascension rising n organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another rebellion,insurrection,revolt,uprising rising adj advancing or becoming higher or greater in degree or value or status falling rising adj sloping upward uphill rising adj coming to maturity emerging rising adj newly come into prominence risk n a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune hazard,jeopardy,peril,endangerment risk n a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury peril,danger risk n the probability of becoming infected given that exposure to an infectious agent has occurred risk n the probability of being exposed to an infectious agent risk v expose to a chance of loss or damage risk v take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome gamble,chance,hazard,adventure riskiness n a state of danger involving risk peril riskless adj thought to be devoid of risk risky adj involving risk or danger hazardous,wild risky adj not financially safe or secure bad,speculative risotto n rice cooked with broth and sprinkled with grated cheese risque adj suggestive of sexual impropriety blue,juicy,naughty,racy,spicy ritalin n central nervous system stimulant (trade name Ritalin) used in the treatment of narcolepsy in adults and attention deficit disorder in childr rite n an established ceremony prescribed by a religion rite n any customary observance or practice ritual rittenhouse n United States astronomer said to have built the first telescope made in America; also the first director of the United States Mint (1732-179 ritual n any customary observance or practice rite ritual n the prescribed procedure for conducting religious ceremonies ritual n stereotyped behavior ritual adj of or relating to or characteristic of religious rituals ritual adj of or relating to or employed in social rites or rituals ritualistic adj of or characterized by or adhering to ritualism ritz n Swiss hotelier who created a chain of elegant hotels (1850-1918) ritz n ostentatious display of elegance ritz n an ostentatiously elegant hotel ritzy adj luxuriously elegant rival n the contestant you hope to defeat challenger,competitor,competition,contender rival v be equal to in quality or ability equal,touch,match rival v be the rival of, be in competition with rivalrous adj eager to surpass others emulous rivalry n the act of competing as for profit or a prize competition,contention rive v tear or be torn violently rend,rip,pull rive v separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument cleave,split river n a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek) rivera n socialist Mexican painter of murals (1886-1957) riverbank n the bank of a river riverside riverbed n a channel occupied (or formerly occupied) by a river riverside n the bank of a river riverbank riverside n a city in southern California rivet n ornament consisting of a circular rounded protuberance (as on a vault or shield or belt) stud rivet n heavy pin having a head at one end and the other end being hammered flat after being passed through holes in the pieces that are fastened to rivet v direct one's attention on something concentrate,focus,center,centre,pore rivet v fasten with a rivet or rivets rivet v hold (someone's attention) riveting adj capable of arousing and holding the attention absorbing,engrossing,fascinating,gripping riviera n a coastal area between La Spezia in Italy and Cannes in France rivulet n a small stream rill,run,runnel riyadh n joint capital (with Mecca) of Saudi Arabia located in the central oasis; largest city in Saudi Arabia rna n (biochemistry) a long linear polymer of nucleotides found in the nucleus but mainly in the cytoplasm of a cell where it is associated with m ro n an artificial language for international use that rejects all existing words and is based instead on an abstract analysis of ideas roach n a roll of hair brushed back from the forehead roach n the butt of a marijuana cigarette roach n street names for flunitrazepan rope,circle roach n any of numerous chiefly nocturnal insects; some are domestic pests cockroach roach v comb (hair) into a roach roach v cut the mane off (a horse) road n an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation route road n a way or means to achieve something roadbed n a bed supporting a road roadblock n any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective barrier roadblock n a barrier set up by police to stop traffic on a street or road in order to catch a fugitive or inspect traffic etc. barricade roadhouse n an inn (usually outside city limits on a main road) providing meals and liquor and dancing and (sometimes) gambling roadkill n the dead body of an animal that has been killed on a road by a vehicle roads n a partly sheltered anchorage roadstead roadside n edge of a way or road or path wayside roadstead n a partly sheltered anchorage roads roadster n an open automobile having a front seat and a rumble seat runabout roadster n a small lightweight carriage; drawn by a single horse buggy roadway n a road (especially that part of a road) over which vehicles travel roam v move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment roll,wander,swan,stray,tramp,cast,ramble,rove roan n a soft sheepskin leather that is colored and finished to resemble morocco; used in bookbinding roan n a horse having a brownish coat thickly sprinkled with white or gray roan adj (used of especially horses) having a brownish coat thickly sprinkled with white or grey roanoke n a city in southwestern Virginia roar n a deep prolonged loud noise boom,roaring,thunder roar n a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal) bellow,bellowing,holla,holler,hollering,hollo,roaring,yowl roar n the sound made by a lion roar v make a loud noise, as of wind, water, or vehicles howl roar v utter words loudly and forcefully thunder roar v emit long loud cries howl,wail,yawl roar v act or proceed in a riotous, turbulent, or disorderly way roaring n a deep prolonged loud noise boom,roar,thunder roaring n a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal) bellow,bellowing,holla,holler,hollering,hollo,roar,yowl roaring adj very lively and profitable booming,flourishing,prospering,prosperous,thriving roaring adv extremely roast n a piece of meat roasted or for roasting and of a size for slicing into more than one portion joint roast n negative criticism knock roast v cook with dry heat, usually in an oven roast v subject to laughter or ridicule ridicule,guy,blackguard,rib roast adj (meat) cooked by dry heat in an oven roasted roasted adj (meat) cooked by dry heat in an oven roast roaster n a harsh or humorous critic (sometimes intended as a facetious compliment) roaster n a cook who roasts food roaster n flesh of a large young chicken over 3 1/2 lb suitable for roasting roaster n a special cooking pan for roasting roasting n cooking (meat) by dry heat in an oven (usually with fat added) rob v take something away by force or without the consent of the owner rob v rip off; ask an unreasonable price overcharge,soak,surcharge,gazump,fleece,plume,pluck,hook robber n a thief who steals from someone by threatening violence robbery n larceny by threat of violence robbery n plundering during riots or in wartime looting robbins n United States choreographer who brought human emotion to classical ballet and spirited reality to Broadway musicals (1918-1998) robe n any loose flowing garment robe n outerwear consisting of a long flowing garment used for official or ceremonial occasions gown robe v clothe formally; especially in ecclesiastical robes vest robe v cover as if with clothing clothe,cloak,drape robed adj dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination attired,dressed,garbed robert n United States parliamentary authority and author (in 1876) of Robert's Rules of Order (1837-1923) roberts n United States biochemist (born in England) honored for his discovery that some genes contain introns (born in 1943) roberts n United States evangelist (born 1918) roberts n United States writer remembered for his historical novels about colonial America (1885-1957) roberts n a Welsh pirate credited with having taken more than 400 ships (1682-1722) robertson n United States basketball guard (born in 1938) robeson n United States bass singer and an outspoken critic of racism and proponent of socialism (1898-1976) robin n small Old World songbird with a reddish breast robin n large American thrush having a rust-red breast and abdomen robinia n deciduous flowering trees and shrubs robinson n English chemist noted for his studies of molecular structures in plants (1886-1975) robinson n United States prizefighter who won the world middleweight championship five times and the world welterweight championship once (1921-1989) robinson n Irish playwright and theater manager in Dublin (1886-1958) robinson n United States historian who stressed the importance of intellectual and social events for the course of history (1863-1936) roble n large tree of Trinidad and Guyana having odd-pinnate leaves and violet-scented axillary racemes of yellow flowers and long smooth pods; grow roble n tall graceful deciduous California oak having leathery leaves and slender pointed acorns robot n a mechanism that can move automatically automaton,golem robotic adj of or relating to mechanical robots robotic adj resembling the unthinking functioning of a machine automatic robotics n the area of AI concerned with the practical use of robots robust adj sturdy and strong in form, constitution, or construction frail robust adj marked by richness and fullness of flavor racy,rich robust adj strong enough to withstand or overcome intellectual challenges or adversity robust adj rough and crude robustly adv in a robust manner robustness n the property of being strong and healthy in constitution robustness n the characteristic of being strong enough to withstand intellectual challenge roc n mythical bird of prey having enormous size and strength rochester n a city in western New York; a center of the photographic equipment industry rochester n a town in southeast Minnesota rock n a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter stone rock n material consisting of the aggregate of minerals like those making up the Earth's crust stone rock n United States gynecologist and devout Catholic who conducted the first clinical trials of the oral contraceptive pill (1890-1984) rock n (figurative) someone who is strong and stable and dependable rock v move back and forth or sideways sway,shake rock v cause to move back and forth sway rock'n'roll n a genre of popular music originating in the 1950s; a blend of black rhythm-and-blues with white country-and-western rock rockefeller n United States industrialist who made a fortune in the oil business and gave half of it away (1839-1937) rocker n an attendant who rocks a child in a cradle rocker n a performer or composer or fan of rock music rocker n a teenager or young adult in the 1960s who wore leather jackets and rode motorcycles rocker n a chair mounted on rockers rockers n originally a British youth subculture that evolved out of the teddy boys in the 1960s; wore black leather jackets and jeans and boots; had g bikers rocket n any vehicle self-propelled by a rocket engine projectile rocket n a jet engine containing its own propellant and driven by reaction propulsion rocket n erect European annual often grown as a salad crop to be harvested when young and tender arugula rocket n propels bright light high in the sky, or used to propel a lifesaving line or harpoon skyrocket rocket v shoot up abruptly, like a rocket skyrocket rocket v propel with a rocket rocketry n the branch of engineering science that studies rocket design and operation rockfish n the lean flesh of any of various valuable market fish caught among rocks rockfish n marine food fish found among rocks along the northern coasts of Europe and America rockfish n marine food and game fish with dark longitudinal stripes; migrates upriver to spawn; sometimes placed in the genus Morone striper rockford n a city in northern Illinois rockies n the chief mountain range of western North America; extends from British Columbia to northern New Mexico; forms the continental divide rockrose n any of numerous varieties of helianthemums having small rose-like yellow or white or reddish flowers rockrose n small shrubs of scrub and dry woodland regions of southern Europe and North Africa; grown for their showy flowers and soft often downy and a rockwell n United States illustrator whose works present a sentimental idealized view of everyday life (1894-1978) rocky adj abounding in rocks or stones stony rocky adj causing or characterized by jolts and irregular movements rough,bumpy,jolting,jumpy rocky adj liable to rock rocky adj full of hardship or trials rough rococo n fanciful but graceful asymmetric ornamentation in art and architecture that originated in France in the 18th century rococo adj having excessive asymmetrical ornamentation rod n a long thin implement made of metal or wood rod n any rod-shaped bacterium rod n a linear measure of 16.5 feet perch,pole rod n a square rod of land perch,pole rodent n relatively small placental mammals having a single pair of constantly growing incisor teeth specialized for gnawing gnawer rodeo n an exhibition of cowboy skills rodeo n an enclosure for cattle that have been rounded up rodgers n United States composer of musical comedies (especially in collaboration with Oscar Hammerstein II and with Lorenz Hart) (1902-1979) rodin n French sculptor noted for his renderings of the human form (1840-1917) roe n fish eggs or egg-filled ovary; having a grainy texture roe n eggs of female fish roe n the egg mass or spawn of certain crustaceans such as the lobster roe n the eggs or egg-laden ovary of a fish roebuck n male roe deer roentgen n a unit of radiation exposure; the dose of ionizing radiation that will produce 1 electrostatic unit of electricity in 1 cc of dry air r roentgen n German physicist who discovered x-rays and developed roentgenography (1845-1923) rogers n United States humorist remembered for his homespun commentary on politics and American society (1879-1935) rogers n United States dancer and film actress who partnered with Fred Astaire (1911-1995) rogers n United States psychologist who developed client-centered therapy (1902-1987) rogue n a deceitful and unreliable scoundrel knave,rascal rohypnol n a depressant and tranquilizer (trade name Rohypnol) often used in the commission of sexual assault; legally available in Europe and Mexico a roi n (corporate finance) the amount, expressed as a percentage, that is earned on a company's total capital calculated by dividing the total capi roil v be agitated churn,boil,moil roil v make turbid by stirring up the sediments of rile roiled adj aroused to impatience or anger annoyed,irritated,miffed,nettled,peeved,pissed,riled,steamed roiled adj (of a liquid) agitated vigorously; in a state of turbulence churning,roiling,turbulent roiling adj (of a liquid) agitated vigorously; in a state of turbulence churning,roiled,turbulent roister v engage in boisterous, drunken merrymaking carouse,riot role n the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group function,office,part role n an actor's portrayal of someone in a play character,part,persona role n what something is used for function,purpose,use role n normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting roleplay v perform on a stage or theater act,play rolf n Norse chieftain who became the first duke of Normandy (860-931) rollo roll n rotary motion of an object around its own axis roll n a list of names roster roll n a long heavy sea wave as it advances towards the shore roller roll n photographic film rolled up inside a container to protect it from light roll v move by turning over or rotating roll v move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle wheel roll v occur in soft rounded shapes undulate roll v flatten or spread with a roller rollback n the act of forcing the enemy to withdraw rollback n reducing prices back to some earlier level rolled adj especially of petals or leaves in bud; having margins rolled inward rolled adj uttered with a trill rolling rolled adj rolled up and secured roller n a grounder that rolls along the infield roller n a long heavy sea wave as it advances towards the shore roll roller n a small wheel without spokes (as on a roller skate) roller n a cylinder that revolves rollicking adj given to merry frolicking frolicsome rolling n a deep prolonged sound (as of thunder or large bells) peal,pealing,roll rolling n the act of robbing a helpless person rolling n propelling something on wheels wheeling rolling adj uttered with a trill rolled rollo n Norse chieftain who became the first duke of Normandy (860-931) rolf rolodex n (trademark) a desktop rotary card index with removable cards; usually used for names, addresses, and telephone numbers rom n (computer science) memory whose contents can be accessed and read but cannot be changed roma n a member of a people with dark skin and hair who speak Romany and who traditionally live by seasonal work and fortunetelling; they are belie romany,bohemian roma n capital and largest city of Italy; on the Tiber; seat of the Roman Catholic Church; formerly the capital of the Roman Republic and the Roman rome romaine n lettuce with long dark-green leaves in a loosely packed elongated head cos roman n a resident of modern Rome roman n an inhabitant of the ancient Roman Empire roman n a typeface used in ancient Roman inscriptions roman adj relating to or characteristic of people of Rome roman adj of or relating to or derived from Rome (especially ancient Rome) romanic roman adj characteristic of the modern type that most directly represents the type used in ancient Roman inscriptions roman adj of or relating to or supporting Romanism popish romance n a relationship between two lovers romance n an exciting and mysterious quality (as of a heroic time or adventure) romanticism romance n the group of languages derived from Latin romance n a story dealing with love romance v make amorous advances towards woo,court,solicit romance v have a love affair with romance v talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions flirt,dally,butterfly,philander,mash romance v tell romantic or exaggerated lies romance adj relating to languages derived from Latin latin romanesque n a style of architecture developed in Italy and western Europe between the Roman and the Gothic styles after 1000 AD; characterized by round romania n a republic in southeastern Europe with a short coastline on the Black Sea romanian n a native or inhabitant of Romania rumanian romanian n an eastern Romance language spoken in Romania rumanian romanian adj of or relating to or characteristic of the country of Romania or its people or languages rumanian romanic adj of or relating to or derived from Rome (especially ancient Rome) roman romanov n a member of the imperial family that ruled Russia romanov n the Russian imperial line that ruled from 1613 to 1917 romans n a New Testament book containing an exposition of the doctrines of Saint Paul; written in AD 58 romantic n a soulful or amorous idealist romantic n an artist of the Romantic Movement or someone influenced by Romanticism romantic adj belonging to or characteristic of Romanticism or the Romantic Movement in the arts romantic adj expressive of or exciting sexual love or romance amatory,amorous romantic adj not sensible about practical matters; idealistic and unrealistic quixotic romantically adv in a romantic manner romantically adv in a romantic manner romanticism n impractical romantic ideals and attitudes romanticism n a movement in literature and art during the late 18th and early 19th centuries that celebrated nature rather than civilization classicism romanticism n an exciting and mysterious quality (as of a heroic time or adventure) romance romanticize v interpret romantically glamorize romanticize v make romantic in style romanticize v act in a romantic way romany n a member of a people with dark skin and hair who speak Romany and who traditionally live by seasonal work and fortunetelling; they are belie roma,bohemian romany n the Indic language of the Gypsies romany adj of or relating to the Gypsies or their language or culture rome n capital and largest city of Italy; on the Tiber; seat of the Roman Catholic Church; formerly the capital of the Roman Republic and the Roman roma rome n the leadership of the Roman Catholic Church romeo n an ardent male lover rommel n German field marshal noted for brilliant generalship in North Africa during World War II (1891-1944) romp n an easy victory runaway,blowout,laugher romp n a girl who behaves in a boyish manner tomboy,hoyden romp n gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement play,frolic,gambol,caper romp v play boisterously frolic,lark,skylark,disport,sport,cavort,gambol,frisk romp v run easily and fairly fast romp v win easily romper n a person who romps or frolics romper n a one-piece garment for children to wear at play; the lower part is shaped like bloomers romulus n (Roman mythology) founder of Rome; suckled with his twin brother Remus by a wolf after their parents (Mars and Rhea Silvia) abandoned them; ron n a Chadic language spoken in northern Nigeria rondeau n a musical form that is often the last movement of a sonata rondo rondeau n a French verse form of 10 or 13 lines running on two rhymes; the opening phrase is repeated as the refrain of the second and third stanzas rondo n a musical form that is often the last movement of a sonata rondeau rood n representation of the cross on which Jesus died crucifix roof n a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building roof n protective covering on top of a motor vehicle roof n the inner top surface of a covered area or hollow space roof n an upper limit on what is allowed ceiling,cap roof v provide a building with a roof; cover a building with a roof roofed adj covered with a roof; having a roof as specified (often used in combination) roofer n a craftsman who lays or repairs roofs roofing n material used to construct a roof roofing n the craft of a roofer rooftop n the top of a (usually flat) roof rooftree n a beam laid along the edge where two sloping sides of a roof meet at the top; provides an attachment for the upper ends of rafters ridge,ridgepole rook n (chess) the piece that can move any number of unoccupied squares in a direction parallel to the sides of the chessboard castle rook n common gregarious Old World bird about the size and color of the American crow rook v deprive of by deceit victimize,swindle,diddle,defraud,scam,mulct,con rookie n an awkward and inexperienced youth cub,greenhorn room n an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling room n space for movement way room n opportunity for room n the people who are present in a room room v live and take one's meals at or in board roomful n the quantity a room will hold roominess n intellectual breadth roominess n spatial largeness and extensiveness (especially inside a building) spaciousness roommate n an associate who shares a room with you roomy rooms n apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel) suite roomy n an associate who shares a room with you roommate roomy adj (of buildings and rooms) having ample space spacious roosevelt n 32nd President of the United States; elected four times; instituted New Deal to counter the Great Depression and led country during World Wa roosevelt n wife of Franklin Roosevelt and a strong advocate of human rights (1884-1962) roosevelt n 26th President of the United States; hero of the Spanish-American War; Panama Canal was built during his administration roost n a shelter with perches for fowl or other birds roost n a perch on which domestic fowl rest or sleep roost v sit, as on a branch perch,rest roost v settle down or stay, as if on a roost rooster n adult male chicken cock root n (botany) the usually underground organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes; absorbs water and mineral salts; usually it anchors the plant to root n the place where something begins, where it springs into being beginning,origin,source root n (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed base,stem,theme,radical root n a number that, when multiplied by itself some number of times, equals a given number root v take root and begin to grow root v come into existence, originate root v cheer for root v plant by the roots rooted adj absolutely still frozen rooter n an enthusiastic devotee of sports fan rooting n the process of putting forth roots and beginning to grow rootle v dig with the snout rout,root rootless adj wandering aimlessly without ties to a place or community vagabond roots n the condition of belonging to a particular place or group by virtue of social or ethnic or cultural lineage rope n a strong line rope n street names for flunitrazepan roach,circle rope v catch with a lasso lasso rope v fasten with a rope leash roper n a decoy who lures customers into a gambling establishment (especially one with a fixed game) roper n a cowboy who uses a lasso to rope cattle or horses roper n a craftsman who makes ropes ropeway n a conveyance that transports passengers or freight in carriers suspended from cables and supported by a series of towers tram roping n capturing cattle or horses with a lasso rorqual n any of several baleen whales of the family Balaenopteridae having longitudinal grooves on the throat and a small pointed dorsal fin razorback rorschach n a projective tests using bilaterally symmetrical inkblots; subjects state what they see in the inkblot rosa n large genus of erect or climbing prickly shrubs including roses rosales n in some classifications this category does not include Leguminosae rosario n a port city on the Parana River in eastern central Argentina rosary n a string of beads used in counting prayers (especially by Catholics) rose n any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses rosebush rose n pinkish table wine from red grapes whose skins were removed after fermentation began rose n a dusty pink color rose adj of something having a dusty purplish pink color roseate roseate adj of something having a dusty purplish pink color rose roseau n the capital and largest city of Dominica rosebud n the bud of a rose rosebud n (a literary reference to) a pretty young girl rosebush n any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses rose rosehip n the fruit of a rose plant hip roselle n East Indian sparsely prickly annual herb or perennial subshrub widely cultivated for its fleshy calyxes used in tarts and jelly and for its sorrel rosemary n widely cultivated for its fragrant grey-green leaves used in cooking and in perfumery rosemary n extremely pungent leaves used fresh or dried as seasoning for especially meats roseola n any red eruption of the skin rash rosette n an ornament or pattern resembling a rose that is worn as a badge of office or as recognition of having won an honor rosette n rhizoctinia disease of potatoes rosette n a cluster of leaves growing in crowded circles from a common center or crown (usually at or close to the ground) rosette n circular window filled with tracery rosewood n hard dark reddish wood of a rosewood tree having a strongly marked grain; used in cabinetwork rosewood n any of those hardwood trees of the genus Dalbergia that yield rosewood--valuable cabinet woods of a dark red or purplish color streaked and rosin n any of a class of solid or semisolid viscous substances obtained either as exudations from certain plants or prepared by polymerization of s resin rosin v rub rosin onto rosita n erect plant with small clusters of pink trumpet-shaped flowers of southwestern United States ross n Scottish explorer who led Arctic expeditions that yielded geographic discoveries while searching for the Northwest Passage (1777-1856) ross n British explorer of the Arctic and Antarctic; located the north magnetic pole in 1831; discovered the Ross Sea in Antarctica; nephew of Sir ross n British physician who discovered that mosquitos transmit malaria (1857-1932) ross n a politician in Wyoming who was the first woman governor in the United States (1876-1977) rossetti n English poet and painter who was a leader of the Pre-Raphaelites (1828-1882) rossini n Italian composer remembered for his operas (1792-1868) roster n a list of names roll rostov n a seaport on the Don River near the Sea of Azov in the European part of Russia rostrum n a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it dais,podium,pulpit,stump,soapbox rostrum n beaklike projection of the anterior part of the head of certain insects such as e.g. weevils snout roswell n a town in southeast New Mexico rosy adj reflecting optimism rosy adj having the pinkish flush of health flushed rosy adj of blush color blushful rosy adj presaging good fortune fortunate rot n a state of decay usually accompanied by an offensive odor rot n (biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action decomposition,rotting,breakdown rot n unacceptable behavior (especially ludicrously false statements) bunk,bunkum,guff,hogwash rot v break down decompose,molder,moulder rot v become physically weaker waste rota n (Roman Catholic Church) the supreme ecclesiastical tribunal for cases appealed to the Holy See from diocesan courts rota n a roster of names showing the order in which people should perform certain duties rotary n a road junction at which traffic streams circularly around a central island circle,roundabout rotary n electrical converter consisting of a synchronous machine that converts alternating to direct current or vice versa rotary adj relating to or characterized by rotation rotary adj describing a circle; moving in a circle circular rotate v turn on or around an axis or a center revolve rotate v exchange on a regular basis rotate v perform a job or duty on a rotating basis rotate v cause to turn on an axis or center rotated adj turned in a circle around an axis revolved rotation n the act of rotating as if on an axis rotation n (mathematics) a transformation in which the coordinate axes are rotated by a fixed angle about the origin rotation n a single complete turn (axial or orbital) revolution,gyration rotation n a planned recurrent sequence (of crops or personnel etc.) rotational adj of or pertaining to rotation rotationally adv in a rotational manner rotatory adj of or relating to or characteristic or causing an axial or orbital turn revolutionary rotavirus n the reovirus causing infant enteritis rote n memorization by repetition roth n United States writer whose novels portray middle-class Jewish life (born in 1933) rothschild n any of family of powerful Jewish bankers in Europe rotisserie n an oven or broiler equipped with a rotating spit on which meat cooks as it turns rotisserie n a restaurant that specializes in roasted and barbecued meats rotl n a unit of weight used in some Moslem countries near the Mediterranean; varies between one and five pounds rotor n the rotating armature of a motor or generator rotor n the revolving bar of a distributor rotor n rotating mechanism consisting of an assembly of rotating airfoils rotted adj damaged by decay; hence unsound and useless decayed,rotten rotten adj very bad icky,crappy,lousy,shitty,stinking,stinky rotten adj damaged by decay; hence unsound and useless decayed,rotted rotten adj having decayed or disintegrated; usually implies foulness rotter n a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible rat,skunk,stinker,bum,puke,crumb,lowlife,git rotterdam n the 2nd largest city in the Netherlands; located in the western Netherlands near the North Sea rotting n (biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action decomposition,rot,breakdown rottweiler n German breed of large vigorous short-haired cattle dogs rotund adj spherical in shape rotund adj (of sounds) full and rich round rotund adj excessively fat obese,weighty rotunda n a building having a circular plan and a dome rotunda n a large circular room rouge n makeup consisting of a pink or red powder applied to the cheeks paint,blusher rouge v redden by applying rouge to rouged adj marked by the use of various kinds of red makeup rough n the part of a golf course bordering the fairway where the grass is not cut short rough v prepare in preliminary or sketchy form rough adj having or caused by an irregular surface smooth rough adj (of persons or behavior) lacking refinement or finesse rough adj not quite exact or correct approximate rough adj full of hardship or trials rocky rough adv with roughness or violence (`rough' is an informal variant for `roughly') roughly rough adv with rough motion as over a rough surface roughly roughage n coarse, indigestible plant food low in nutrients; its bulk stimulates intestinal peristalsis fiber roughcast n a coarse plaster for the surface of external walls roughcast n a rough preliminary model roughcast v shape roughly roughcast v apply roughcast to roughcast v hew roughly, without finishing the surface roughen v make rough or rougher smooth roughhouse v engage in rough or disorderly play roughish adj somewhat rough roughly adv (of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct approximately,about,some,around roughly adv with roughness or violence (`rough' is an informal variant for `roughly') rough roughly adv with rough motion as over a rough surface rough roughness n a texture of a surface or edge that is not smooth but is irregular and uneven smoothness roughness n the quality of being harsh or rough or grating to the senses harshness roughness n an unpolished unrefined quality roughness n used of the sea during inclement or stormy weather roughshod adj (of a horse) having horseshoes with projecting nails to prevent slipping roughshod adj (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering barbarous,brutal,cruel,fell,savage,vicious roughshod adj unjustly domineering rouleau n a roll of ribbon rouleau n a roll of coins wrapped in paper roulette n a line generated by a point on one figure rolling around a second figure roulette n a wheel with teeth for making a row of perforations roulette n a gambling game in which players bet on which compartment of a revolving wheel a small ball will come to rest in round n a charge of ammunition for a single shot round n an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs cycle,rhythm round n a regular route for a sentry or policeman beat round n (often plural) a series of professional calls (usually in a set order) round v wind around; move along a circular course round v make round round v pronounce with rounded lips round v attack in speech or writing attack,assail,snipe,assault round adj having the shape or form of a circle circular square round adj (of sounds) full and rich rotund round adj (mathematics) expressed to the nearest integer, ten, hundred, or thousand round adv from beginning to end; throughout around roundabout n a road junction at which traffic streams circularly around a central island circle,rotary roundabout n a large, rotating machine with seats for children to ride or amusement carousel,carrousel roundabout adj marked by obliqueness or indirection in speech or conduct circuitous roundabout adj deviating from a straight course devious,circuitous rounded adj curving and somewhat round in shape rather than jagged angular roundel n English form of rondeau having three triplets with a refrain after the first and third roundel n round piece of armor plate that protects the armpit roundel n (heraldry) a charge in the shape of a filled circle rounder n a dissolute person; usually a man who is morally unrestrained libertine rounder n a tool for rounding corners or edges rounders n an English ball game similar to baseball roundhead n a brachycephalic person roundhead n a supporter of parliament and Oliver Cromwell during the English Civil War roundhouse n workplace consisting of a circular building for repairing locomotives roundhouse n a hook delivered with an exaggerated swing rounding n (mathematics) a miscalculation that results from rounding off numbers to a convenient number of decimals roundly adv in a round manner roundly adv in a blunt direct manner bluntly,brusquely roundup n the activity of gathering livestock together so that they can be counted or branded or sold roundup n a summary list; as in e.g. "a news roundup" roundup n the systematic gathering up of suspects by the police roundworm n infections of the skin or nails caused by fungi and appearing as itching circular patches ringworm roundworm n unsegmented worms with elongated rounded body pointed at both ends; mostly free-living but some are parasitic nematode rouse v become active bestir rouse v force or drive out rouse v cause to be agitated, excited, or roused agitate,charge,excite rouse v cause to become awake or conscious awaken,wake,waken,arouse rouser n someone who rouses others from sleep rousing n the act of arousing arousal rousing adj capable of arousing enthusiasm or excitement stirring rousing adj rousing to activity or heightened action as by spurring or goading rousseau n French philosopher and writer born in Switzerland; believed that the natural goodness of man was warped by society; ideas influenced the Fre rousseau n French primitive painter (1844-1910) rout n a disorderly crowd of people mob,rabble rout n an overwhelming defeat rout v cause to flee expel rout v dig with the snout root,rootle rout v make a groove in gouge rout v defeat disastrously route n an established line of travel or access path,itinerary route n an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation road route v send documents or materials to appropriate destinations route v send via a specific route route v divert in a specified direction router n a worker who routes shipments for distribution and delivery router n (computer science) a device that forwards data packets between computer networks router n a power tool with a shaped cutter; used in carpentry for cutting grooves routine n an unvarying or habitual method or procedure routine n a short performance that is part of a longer program act,number,turn,bit routine n a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program procedure,function routine adj found in the ordinary course of events everyday,mundane,unremarkable,workaday routinely adv according to routine or established practice roux n a mixture of fat and flour heated and used as a basis for sauces rove v move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment roll,wander,swan,stray,tramp,roam,cast,ramble rover n someone who leads a wandering unsettled life wanderer rover n an adult member of the Boy Scouts movement scouter roving n travelling about without any clear destination wandering roving adj migratory mobile,nomadic,peregrine,wandering row n an arrangement of objects or people side by side in a line row n an angry dispute quarrel,wrangle,words row n a long continuous strip (usually running horizontally) row n (construction) a layer of masonry course row v propel with oars rowan n Eurasian tree with orange-red berrylike fruits rowboat n a small boat of shallow draft with cross thwarts for seats and rowlocks for oars with which it is propelled dinghy,dory rowdiness n rowdy behavior roughness rowdy n a cruel and brutal fellow bully,tough,hooligan,ruffian,yob rowdy adj disturbing the public peace; loud and rough raucous rowel n a small spiked wheel at the end of a spur rower n someone who rows a boat oarsman rowing n the act of rowing as a sport row rowlock n a holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing peg,pin,thole,oarlock royal n a sail set next above the topgallant on a royal mast royal n stag with antlers of 12 or more branches royal adj of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch royal adj established or chartered or authorized by royalty royal adj being of the rank of a monarch royal adj belonging to or befitting a supreme ruler imperial,majestic,purple,regal royalist n an advocate of the principles of monarchy monarchist royalist n a royalist supporter of Charles I during the English Civil War cavalier royally adv in a royal manner royalty n payment to the holder of a patent or copyright or resource for the right to use their property royalty n royal persons collectively rpm n rate of revolution of a motor rev ru n a rare polyvalent metallic element of the platinum group; it is found associated with platinum rub n an unforeseen obstacle hitch,snag rub n the act of rubbing or wiping wipe rub v move over something with pressure rub v cause friction fray,fret,chafe,scratch rub v scrape or rub as if to relieve itching scratch,itch rubber n an elastic material obtained from the latex sap of trees (especially trees of the genera Hevea and Ficus) that can be vulcanized and finishe rubber n any of various synthetic elastic materials whose properties resemble natural rubber rubber n a contest consisting of a series of successive matches between the same sides rubber n an eraser made of rubber (or of a synthetic material with properties similar to rubber); commonly mounted at one end of a pencil rubber v coat or impregnate with rubber rubberize rubber adj returned for lack of funds rubberize v coat or impregnate with rubber rubber rubberneck n a tourist who is visiting sights of interest tripper rubberneck n a person who stares inquisitively rubberneck v strain to watch; stare curiously rubbery adj having an elastic texture resembling rubber in flexibility or toughness rubbery adj difficult to chew rubbing n the resistance encountered when one body is moved in contact with another friction rubbing n representation consisting of a copy (as of an engraving) made by laying paper over something and rubbing it with charcoal rubbing n effort expended in moving one object over another with pressure friction rubbish n worthless material that is to be disposed of trash,scrap rubbish n nonsensical talk or writing folderol,tripe,trash,applesauce rubbish v attack strongly rubble n the remains of something that has been destroyed or broken up debris,dust,junk,detritus rubdown n the act of rubbing down, usually for relaxation or medicinal purposes rube n a person who is not very intelligent or interested in culture yokel,hick,yahoo,hayseed,bumpkin rubella n a contagious viral disease that is a milder form of measles lasting three or four days; can be damaging to a fetus during the first trimeste rubens n prolific Flemish baroque painter; knighted by the English king Charles I (1577-1640) rubeola n an acute and highly contagious viral disease marked by distinct red spots followed by a rash; occurs primarily in children measles rubia n type genus of the Rubiaceae; Old World herbs and subshrubs grown for their medicinal properties and for dye substances extracted from their rubicon n the boundary in ancient times between Italy and Gaul; Caesar's crossing it with his army in 49 BC was an act of war rubicon n a line that when crossed permits of no return and typically results in irrevocable commitment rubicund adj inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life ruddy,florid,sanguine ruble n the basic unit of money in Tajikistan ruble n the basic unit of money in Russia rubric n an authoritative rule of conduct or procedure rubric n an explanation or definition of an obscure word in a text gloss rubric n directions for the conduct of Christian church services (often printed in red in a prayer book) rubric n a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with title rubric v adorn with ruby red color ruby n a transparent piece of ruby that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem ruby n a transparent deep red variety of corundum; used as a gemstone and in lasers ruby n a deep and vivid red color crimson ruby adj of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies red,reddish,ruddy,carmine,cerise,cherry,crimson,scarlet ruck n a crowd especially of ordinary or undistinguished persons or things herd ruck n an irregular fold in an otherwise even surface (as in cloth) pucker ruck v become wrinkled or drawn together pucker ruckle v make a hoarse, rattling sound ruckle v make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in; `crisp' is archaic wrinkle,crease,crinkle,scrunch,crisp rucksack n a bag carried by a strap on your back or shoulder backpack,knapsack ruckus n the act of making a noisy disturbance commotion,din,ruction,rumpus,tumult ruction n the act of making a noisy disturbance commotion,din,ruckus,rumpus,tumult rudd n European freshwater fish resembling the roach rudder n a hinged vertical airfoil mounted at the tail of an aircraft and used to make horizontal course changes rudder n (nautical) steering mechanism consisting of a hinged vertical plate mounted at the stern of a vessel rudderless adj aimlessly drifting adrift,afloat,aimless,directionless ruddle n a red iron ore used in dyeing and marking raddle ruddle v twist or braid together, interlace raddle ruddle v redden as if with a red ocher color ruddy adj inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life rubicund,florid,sanguine ruddy adj of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies red,reddish,carmine,cerise,cherry,crimson,ruby,scarlet rude adj socially incorrect in behavior rude adj (of persons) lacking in refinement or grace rude adj lacking civility or good manners uncivil rude adj (used especially of commodities) being unprocessed or manufactured using only simple or minimal processes natural,raw rudely adv in an impolite manner rudeness n a manner that is rude and insulting rudeness n a wild or unrefined state rudiment n the remains of a body part that was functional at an earlier stage of life rudimentary adj being or involving basic facts or principles fundamental,underlying rudimentary adj being in the earliest stages of development rudimentary adj not fully developed in mature animals vestigial rudiments n a statement of fundamental facts or principles basics rudiments n the elementary stages of any subject (usually plural) alphabet,abc,abc's rue n European strong-scented perennial herb with grey-green bitter-tasting leaves; an irritant similar to poison ivy rue n leaves sometimes used for flavoring fruit or claret cup but should be used with great caution: can cause irritation like poison ivy rue n sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment sorrow,regret rue n (French) a street or road in France rue v feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about repent,regret rueful adj feeling or expressing pain or sorrow for sins or offenses contrite,remorseful ruefully adv in a rueful manner ruff n an external body part consisting of feathers or hair about the neck of a bird or other animal frill ruff n a high tight collar choker,ruffle ruff n common Eurasian sandpiper; the male has an erectile neck ruff in breeding season ruff n (card games) the act of taking a trick with a trump when unable to follow suit ruff v play a trump trump ruffian n a cruel and brutal fellow bully,tough,hooligan,rowdy,yob ruffle n a strip of pleated material used as a decoration or a trim frill,flounce,furbelow ruffle n a high tight collar choker,ruff ruffle n a noisy fight affray,disturbance,fray ruffle v stir up (water) so as to form ripples ripple,riffle,cockle,undulate ruffle v trouble or vex ruffle v to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others swagger,prance,strut,sashay,cock ruffle v discompose ruffled adj shaken into waves or undulations as by wind rippled ruffled adj having decorative ruffles or frills frilled,frilly rug n floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile) carpet,carpeting ruga n (anatomy) a fold or wrinkle or crease rugby n a form of football played with an oval ball rugger rugelach n pastry made with a cream cheese dough and different fillings (as raisins and walnuts and cinnamon or chocolate and walnut and apricot preser rugged adj sturdy and strong in constitution or construction; enduring delicate rugged adj having long narrow shallow depressions (as grooves or wrinkles) in the surface furrowed rugged adj topographically very uneven broken rugged adj very difficult; severely testing stamina or resolution tough ruggedly adv in a rugged manner rugger n a form of football played with an oval ball rugby ruin n an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction ruination ruin n a ruined building ruin n the process of becoming dilapidated ruin n an event that results in destruction ruination ruin v destroy completely; damage irreparably destroy ruin v destroy or cause to fail ruin v reduce to bankruptcy bankrupt,break,smash ruin v reduce to ruins ruination n an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction ruin ruination n an event that results in destruction ruin ruination n failure that results in a loss of position or reputation downfall,ruin ruination n destruction achieved by causing something to be wrecked or ruined ruin,ruining,wrecking ruined adj destroyed physically or morally destroyed ruined adj doomed to extinction sunk,undone ruined adj brought to ruin finished ruining n destruction achieved by causing something to be wrecked or ruined ruin,ruination,wrecking ruinous adj extremely harmful; bringing physical or financial ruin catastrophic ruinous adj causing injury or blight; especially affecting with sudden violence or plague or ruin blasting rule n a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior regulation rule n something regarded as a normative example convention,normal,pattern,formula rule n prescribed guide for conduct or action prescript rule n (linguistics) a rule describing (or prescribing) a linguistic practice rule v exercise authority over; as of nations govern rule v decide with authority decree rule v be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance predominate,dominate,reign,prevail rule v decide on and make a declaration about find ruled adj subject to a ruling authority ruler n a person who rules or commands ruler n measuring stick consisting of a strip of wood or metal or plastic with a straight edge that is used for drawing straight lines and measuring rule rulership n the position of ruler ruling n the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself) opinion ruling adj exercising power or authority reigning rum n liquor distilled from fermented molasses rum n a card game based on collecting sets and sequences; the winner is the first to meld all their cards rummy rum adj beyond or deviating from the usual or expected curious,funny,odd,peculiar,queer,rummy,singular rumanian n an eastern Romance language spoken in Romania romanian rumanian n a native or inhabitant of Romania romanian rumanian adj of or relating to or characteristic of the country of Romania or its people or languages romanian rumba n syncopated music in duple time for dancing the rumba rumba n a folk dance in duple time that originated in Cuba with Spanish and African elements; features complex footwork and violent movement rumba n a ballroom dance based on the Cuban folk dance rumba v dance the rhumba rumble n a loud low dull continuous noise rumbling,grumble,grumbling rumble n a servant's seat (or luggage compartment) in the rear of a carriage rumble n a fight between rival gangs of adolescents rumble v make a low noise grumble rumble v to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds grumble,growl rumbling n a loud low dull continuous noise rumble,grumble,grumbling rumbling adj continuous full and low-pitched throbbing sound grumbling rumen n the first compartment of the stomach of a ruminant; here food is collected and returned to the mouth as cud for chewing ruminant n any of various cud-chewing hoofed mammals having a stomach divided into four (occasionally three) compartments ruminant adj related to or characteristic of animals of the suborder Ruminantia or any other animal that chews a cud ruminate v chew the cuds ruminate v reflect deeply on a subject meditate,ponder,contemplate,muse,reflect,mull,speculate rumination n a calm, lengthy, intent consideration contemplation,reflection,musing,thoughtfulness rumination n (of ruminants) chewing (the cud) rumination n regurgitation of small amounts of food; seen in some infants after feeding rummage n a jumble of things to be given away rummage n a thorough search for something (often causing disorder or confusion) ransacking rummage v search haphazardly rummy n a chronic drinker drunkard,drunk,sot,inebriate,wino rummy n a card game based on collecting sets and sequences; the winner is the first to meld all their cards rum rummy adj beyond or deviating from the usual or expected curious,funny,odd,peculiar,queer,rum,singular rumor n gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth rumour,hearsay rumor v tell or spread rumors rumour,bruit rumour n gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth rumor,hearsay rumour v tell or spread rumors rumor,bruit rump n the part of an animal that corresponds to the human buttocks hindquarters,croup,croupe rump n fleshy hindquarters; behind the loin and above the round rump n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,bum,buns,can,fundament rumpelstiltskin n a dwarf in one of the fairy stories of the brothers Grimm; tells a woman he will not hold her to a promise if she can guess his name and whe rumple v disturb the smoothness of ruffle rumple v to gather something into small wrinkles or folds pucker,cockle,crumple,knit rumple v become wrinkled or crumpled or creased crumple,wrinkle,crease,crinkle rumpled adj in disarray; extremely disorderly disheveled,tousled rumpus n the act of making a noisy disturbance commotion,din,ruction,ruckus,tumult rumpus v cause a disturbance run n a score in baseball made by a runner touching all four bases safely tally run n the act of testing something test,trial run n a race run on foot run n an unbroken series of events streak run v move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time run v flee; take to one's heels; cut and run scat,scarper,lam,bunk,escape run v stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point go,pass,lead,extend run v direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. operate runabout n an open automobile having a front seat and a rumble seat roadster runaway n an easy victory blowout,romp,laugher runaway n someone who flees from an uncongenial situation fugitive,fleer runaway adj completely out of control rundle n one of the crosspieces that form the steps of a ladder spoke,rung rundown n a concluding summary (as in presenting a case before a law court) summation rune n any character from an ancient Germanic alphabet used in Scandinavia from the 3rd century to the Middle Ages rung n a crosspiece between the legs of a chair round,stave rung n one of the crosspieces that form the steps of a ladder rundle,spoke runnel n a small stream rivulet,rill,run runner n someone who imports or exports without paying duties smuggler runner n someone who travels on foot by running runner n a person who is employed to deliver messages or documents runner n a baseball player on the team at bat who is on base (or attempting to reach a base) running n (American football) a play in which a player attempts to carry the ball through or past the opposing team run running n the act of running; traveling on foot at a fast pace run running n the state of being in operation running n the act of administering or being in charge of something running adj (of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream standing running adj continually repeated over a period of time running adj of advancing the ball by running passing running adj executed or initiated by running standing runny adj characteristic of a fluid; capable of flowing and easily changing shape fluid runoff n the occurrence of surplus liquid (as water) exceeding the limit or capacity overflow,overspill runoff n a final election to resolve an earlier election that did not produce a winner runt n disparaging terms for small people shrimp,peewee runway n a bar or pair of parallel bars of rolled steel making the railway along which railroad cars or other vehicles can roll track,rail,rails runway n a chute down which logs can slide runway n a narrow platform extending from the stage into the audience in a theater or nightclub etc. runway n a strip of level paved surface where planes can take off and land rupee n the basic unit of money in Sri Lanka; equal to 100 cents rupee n the basic unit of money in Seychelles; equal to 100 cents rupee n the basic unit of money in Nepal; equal to 100 paisa rupee n the basic unit of money in Mauritius; equal to 100 cents rupert n English leader (born in Germany) of the Royalist forces during the English Civil War (1619-1682) rupiah n the basic unit of money in Indonesia; equal to 100 sen rupture n state of being torn or burst open rupture n a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions) breach,break,severance,rift rupture n the act of making a sudden noisy break rupture v separate or cause to separate abruptly tear,snap,bust rural adj living in or characteristic of farming or country life urban rural adj of or relating to the countryside as opposed to the city ruritania n an imaginary kingdom in central Europe; often used as a scene for intrigue and romance rus n the medieval Russian state established by Scandinavian traders in the 9th century; the capital was first in Novgorod and then in Kiev ruse n a deceptive maneuver (especially to avoid capture) artifice rush n the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner haste,hurry,rushing rush n a sudden forceful flow spate,surge,upsurge rush n grasslike plants growing in wet places and having cylindrical often hollow stems rush n physician and American Revolutionary leader; signer of the Declaration of Independence (1745-1813) rush v move hurridly hasten,hie,speed,race linger rush v attack suddenly rush v urge to an unnatural speed hurry delay rush v act or move at high speed hasten,hurry rush adj not accepting reservations rush adj done under pressure rushed rushed adj done under pressure rush rusher n (football) a ball carrier who tries to gain ground by running with the ball rusher n someone who migrates as part of a rush to a new gold field or a new territory rusher n a person who rushes; someone in a hurry; someone who acts precipitously rushing n (American football) an attempt to advance the ball by running into the line rush rushing n the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner haste,hurry,rush rushmore n a mountain in the Black Hills of South Dakota; the likenesses of Washington and Jefferson and Lincoln and Roosevelt are carved on it rusk n slice of sweet raised bread baked again until it is brown and hard and crisp ruskin n British art critic (1819-1900) russell n United States religious leader who founded the sect that is now called Jehovah's Witnesses (1852-1916) russell n English film director (born in 1927) russell n United States basketball center (born in 1934) russell n United States entertainer remembered for her roles in comic operas (1861-1922) russet n a reddish brown homespun fabric russet adj of brown with a reddish tinge russia n a former communist country in eastern Europe and northern Asia; established in 1922; included Russia and 14 other soviet socialist republics ussr russia n formerly the largest Soviet Socialist Republic in the USSR occupying eastern Europe and northern Asia russia n a former empire in eastern Europe and northern Asia created in the 14th century with Moscow as the capital; powerful in the 17th and 18th ce russia n a federation in northeastern Europe and northern Asia; formerly Soviet Russia; since 1991 an independent state russian n a native or inhabitant of Russia russian n the Slavic language that is the official language of Russia russian adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of Russia or its people or culture or language rust n a red or brown oxide coating on iron or steel caused by the action of oxygen and moisture rust n a plant disease that produces a reddish-brown discoloration of leaves and stems; caused by various rust fungi rust n the formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water rusting rust n any of various fungi causing rust disease in plants rust v become destroyed by water, air, or a corrosive such as an acid corrode rust v cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid corrode,eat rust v become coated with oxide rust adj of the brown color of rust rusty rusted adj having accumulated rust rustic n an unsophisticated country person rustic adj characteristic of rural life rustic adj awkwardly simple and provincial hick,unsophisticated rustic adj characteristic of the fields or country rusticate v live in the country and lead a rustic life rusticate v send to the country rusticate v suspend temporarily from college or university, in England rusticate v give (stone) a rustic look rusting n the formation of reddish-brown ferric oxides on iron by low-temperature oxidation in the presence of water rust rustle n a light noise, like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind rustling,whisper,whispering rustle v make a dry crackling sound rustle v take illegally lift rustle v forage food rustler n someone who steals livestock (especially cattle) rustling n the stealing of cattle rustling n a light noise, like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind rustle,whisper,whispering rustling adj characterized by soft sounds murmurous rustproof adj treated against rusting rusty adj covered with or consisting of rust rusty adj of the brown color of rust rust rusty adj impaired in skill by neglect rusty adj ancient hoary rut n a groove or furrow (especially one in soft earth caused by wheels) rut n a settled and monotonous routine that is hard to escape groove rut n applies to nonhuman mammals: a state or period of heightened sexual arousal and activity oestrus,heat rut v be in a state of sexual excitement; of male mammals rut v hollow out in the form of a furrow or groove furrow,groove ruta n type genus of the Rutaceae; strong-scented Eurasian herbs rutabaga n the large yellow root of a rutabaga plant used as food swede rutabaga n a cruciferous plant with a thick bulbous edible yellow root swede ruth n United States professional baseball player famous for hitting home runs (1895-1948) ruth n the great-grandmother of king David whose story is told in the Book of Ruth in the Old Testament ruth n a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others pity,pathos ruth n a book of the Old Testament that tells the story of Ruth who was not an Israelite but who married an Israelite and who stayed with her mothe rutherford n a unit strength of a radioactive source equal to one million disintegrations per second rutherford n British chemist who isolated nitrogen (1749-1819) rutherford n British physicist (born in New Zealand) who discovered the atomic nucleus and proposed a nuclear model of the atom (1871-1937) ruthless adj without mercy or pity pitiless,remorseless ruthlessly adv in a ruthless manner ruthlessness n mercilessness characterized by a lack of pity ruthlessness n feelings of extreme heartlessness cruelty,mercilessness rutile n a mineral consisting of titanium dioxide in crystalline form; occurs in metamorphic and plutonic rocks and is a major source of titanium rutland n a town in central Vermont rutledge n United States jurist and second chief justice of the United States Supreme Court; he was appointed by George Washington and briefly served a rutted adj full of ruts rwanda n a landlocked republic in central Africa; formerly a German colony rye n the seed of the cereal grass rye n hardy annual cereal grass widely cultivated in northern Europe where its grain is the chief ingredient of black bread and in North America f rye n whiskey distilled from rye or rye and malt s n 1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites second,sec s n an abundant tasteless odorless multivalent nonmetallic element; best known in yellow crystals; occurs in many sulphide and sulphate minerals sulfur,sulphur s n the cardinal compass point that is at 180 degrees south,southward s n a unit of conductance equal to the reciprocal of an ohm sa n Nazi militia created by Hitler in 1921 that helped him to power but was eclipsed by the SS after 1943 saba n a island in the Netherlands Antilles that is the top of an extinct volcano sabaton n armor plate that protects the foot; consists of mail with a solid toe and heel sabayon n light foamy custard-like dessert served hot or chilled sabbath n a day of rest and worship: Sunday for most Christians; Saturday for the Jews and a few Christians; Friday for Muslims sabbatical n a leave usually taken every seventh year sabbatical adj of or relating to the Sabbath sabbatical adj of or relating to sabbatical leave saber n a fencing sword with a v-shaped blade and a slightly curved handle sabre saber n a stout sword with a curved blade and thick back sabre saber v cut or injure with a saber sabre saber v kill with a saber sabre sabine n a river in eastern Texas that flows south into the Gulf of Mexico sabine n a member of an ancient Oscan-speaking people of the central Apennines north of Rome who were conquered and assimilated into the Roman state sabine adj of or relating to or characteristic of the Sabines sable n an artist's brush made of sable hairs sable n the expensive dark brown fur of the marten sable n a very dark black ebony sable n a scarf (or trimming) made of sable sable adj of a dark somewhat brownish black sabotage n a deliberate act of destruction or disruption in which equipment is damaged sabotage v destroy property or hinder normal operations undermine,counteract,subvert,weaken saboteur n someone who commits sabotage or deliberately causes wrecks wrecker saboteur n a member of a clandestine subversive organization who tries to help a potential invader sabra n a native-born Israeli sabre n a fencing sword with a v-shaped blade and a slightly curved handle saber sabre n a stout sword with a curved blade and thick back saber sabre v cut or injure with a saber saber sabre v kill with a saber saber sac n an enclosed space pouch,sack,pocket sac n a case or sheath especially a pollen sac or moss capsule theca sac n a member of the Algonquian people formerly living in Wisconsin in the Fox River valley and on the shores of Green Bay sac n a structure resembling a bag in an animal saccade n a rapid, jerky movement of the eyes between positions of rest saccade n an abrupt spasmodic movement jerk,jerking,jolt saccharin n a crystalline substance 500 times sweeter than sugar; used as a calorie-free sweetener saccharine adj overly sweet cloying sacco n United States anarchist (born in Italy) who with Bartolomeo Vanzetti was convicted of murder and in spite of world-wide protest was executed saccule n a small sac or pouch (especially the smaller chamber of the membranous labyrinth) sacculus sacculus n a small sac or pouch (especially the smaller chamber of the membranous labyrinth) saccule sachem n a political leader (especially of Tammany Hall) sachem n a chief of a North American tribe or confederation (especially an Algonquian chief) sagamore sachet n a small soft bag containing perfumed powder; used to perfume items in a drawer or chest sack n a bag made of paper or plastic for holding customer's purchases poke sack n an enclosed space pouch,sac,pocket sack n the quantity contained in a sack sack n any of various light dry strong white wine from Spain and Canary Islands (including sherry) sack v plunder (a town) after capture plunder sack v terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position displace,fire,can,dismiss,terminate sack v make as a net profit net,clear sack v put in a sack sacked adj having been robbed and destroyed by force and violence pillaged,raped,ravaged sacking n coarse fabric used for bags or sacks bagging sacking n the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) dismissal,discharge,firing,liberation,release,sack sacque n a woman's full loose hiplength jacket sack sacral adj of or relating to or near the sacrum sacral adj of or relating to sacred rites sacrament n a formal religious ceremony conferring a specific grace on those who receive it; the two Protestant ceremonies are baptism and the Lord's Su sacramental adj of or relating to or involving a sacrament sacramento n a city in north central California 75 miles to the northeast of San Francisco on the Sacramento River; capital of California sacred adj concerned with religion or religious purposes profane sacred adj worthy of respect or dedication sacred adj made or declared or believed to be holy; devoted to a deity or some religious ceremony or use consecrated sacred adj worthy of religious veneration hallowed sacredness n the quality of being sacred sacrifice n the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc. forfeit,forfeiture sacrifice n personnel that are sacrificed (e.g., surrendered or lost in order to gain an objective) sacrifice n a loss entailed by giving up or selling something at less than its value sacrifice n the act of killing (an animal or person) in order to propitiate a deity sacrifice v endure the loss of give sacrifice v kill or destroy sacrifice v sell at a loss sacrifice v make a sacrifice of; in religious rituals sacrificial adj used in or connected with a sacrifice sacrilege n blasphemous behavior; the act of depriving something of its sacred character profanation,desecration,blasphemy sacrilegious adj grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred blasphemous,profane sacristy n a room in a church where sacred vessels and vestments are kept or meetings are held sacrosanct adj must be kept sacred inviolable,inviolate sacrum n wedge-shaped bone consisting of five fused vertebrae forming the posterior part of the pelvis; its base connects with the lowest lumbar vert sad adj experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness glad sad adj of things that make you feel sad sad adj bad; unfortunate deplorable,distressing,lamentable,pitiful,sorry sadat n Egyptian statesman who (as president of Egypt) negotiated a peace treaty with Menachem Begin (then prime minister of Israel) (1918-1981) saddam n Iraqi leader who waged war against Iran; his invasion of Kuwait led to the Gulf War (born in 1937) hussein sadden v make unhappy gladden sadden v come to feel sad gladden saddle n a seat for the rider of a horse or other animal saddle n a pass or ridge that slopes gently between two peaks (is shaped like a saddle) saddle n cut of meat (especially mutton or lamb) consisting of part of the backbone and both loins saddle n a piece of leather across the instep of a shoe saddle v put a saddle on saddle v load or burden; encumber saddle v impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to charge,burden saddlebag n a large bag (or pair of bags) hung over a saddle saddled adj having a saddle on or being mounted on a saddled animal saddled adj subject to an imposed burden saddler n a maker and repairer and seller of equipment for horses sade n French soldier and writer whose descriptions of sexual perversion gave rise to the term `sadism' (1740-1814) sadhu n (Hinduism) an ascetic holy man sadism n sexual pleasure obtained by inflicting harm (physical or psychological) on others sadist n someone who obtains pleasure from inflicting pain on others masochist sadistic adj deriving pleasure or sexual gratification from inflicting pain on another masochistic sadly adv in an unfortunate way unhappily happily sadly adv with sadness; in a sad manner sadly adv in an unfortunate or deplorable manner woefully sadness n emotions experienced when not in a state of well-being unhappiness happiness sadness n the state of being sad sorrow sadness n the quality of excessive mournfulness and uncheerfulness sadomasochist n someone who enjoys both sadism and masochism safari n an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa) campaign safe n strongbox where valuables can be safely kept safe n a ventilated or refrigerated cupboard for securing provisions from pests safe n contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse condom,rubber,safety,prophylactic safe adj free from danger or the risk of harm dangerous safe adj (of an undertaking) secure from risk safe adj having reached a base without being put out out safe adj financially safe dependable,good,secure safecracker n a thief who breaks open safes to steal valuable contents safeguard n a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc. precaution,guard safeguard n a document or escort providing safe passage through a region especially in time of war safeguard v make safe safeguard v escort safely safekeeping n the responsibility of a guardian or keeper guardianship,keeping safely adv with safety; in a safe manner safety n the state of being certain that adverse effects will not be caused by some agent under defined conditions danger safety n a safe place refuge safety n a device designed to prevent injury or accidents guard safety n (baseball) the successful act of striking a baseball in such a way that the batter reaches base safely safflower n thistlelike Eurasian plant widely grown for its red or orange flower heads and seeds that yield a valuable oil saffron n Old World crocus having purple or white flowers with aromatic pungent orange stigmas used in flavoring food saffron n dried pungent stigmas of the Old World saffron crocus saffron n a shade of yellow tinged with orange sag n a shape that sags droop sag v droop, sink, or settle from or as if from pressure or loss of tautness droop,swag,flag sag v cause to sag saga n a narrative telling the adventures of a hero or a family; originally (12th to 14th centuries) a story of the families that settled Iceland a sagacious adj acutely insightful and wise perspicacious sagacious adj skillful in statecraft or management sagacity n the mental ability to understand and discriminate between relations judgment,judgement,discernment sagacity n the trait of forming opinions by distinguishing and evaluating sagamore n a chief of a North American tribe or confederation (especially an Algonquian chief) sachem sage n a mentor in spiritual and philosophical topics who is renowned for profound wisdom sage n aromatic fresh or dried grey-green leaves used widely as seasoning for meats and fowl and game etc sage n any of various plants of the genus Salvia; a cosmopolitan herb salvia sage adj having wisdom that comes with age and experience sage adj of the grey-green color of sage leaves sagebrush n any of several North American composite subshrubs of the genera Artemis or Seriphidium sagely adv in a wise manner wisely sagging adj hanging down (as from exhaustion or weakness) drooping,droopy sagitta n a small constellation in the northern hemisphere between Cygnus and Aquila and crossed by the Milky Way sagitta n any arrowworm of the genus Sagitta sagittal adj located in a plane that is parallel to the central plane of the sagittal suture sagittarius n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Sagittarius archer sagittarius n a large zodiacal constellation in the southern hemisphere; between Scorpius and Capricornus sagittarius n the ninth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about November 22 to December 21 archer sagittarius n type genus of the Sagittariidae sago n powdery starch from certain sago palms; used in Asia as a food thickener and textile stiffener saguaro n extremely large treelike cactus of desert regions of southwestern United States having a thick columnar sparsely branched trunk bearing whit sahara n the world's largest desert (3,500,000 square miles) in northern Africa saharan n a Nilo-Saharan language spoken in parts of Chad saharan adj of or relating to or located in the Sahara Desert said adj being the one previously mentioned or spoken of aforesaid,aforementioned saigon n a city in South Vietnam; formerly (as Saigon) it was the capital of French Indochina sail n a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel canvas,canvass,sheet sail n an ocean trip taken for pleasure cruise sail n any structure that resembles a sail sail v traverse or travel on (a body of water) sail v move with sweeping, effortless, gliding motions sweep sail v travel on water propelled by wind sail v travel on water propelled by wind or by other means voyage,navigate sailboat n a small sailing vessel; usually with a single mast sailfish n a saltwater fish with lean flesh sailfish n large pelagic game fish having an elongated upper jaw and long dorsal fin that resembles a sail sailing n the work of a sailor navigation sailing n riding in a sailboat sailing n the departure of a vessel from a port sailing n the activity of flying a glider glide,gliding,soaring sailor n any member of a ship's crew crewman sailor n a serviceman in the navy bluejacket sailor n a stiff hat made of straw with a flat crown boater,leghorn,panama,skimmer sailplane n aircraft supported only by the dynamic action of air against its surfaces glider sailplane v fly a plane without an engine soar saint n a person who has died and has been declared a saint by canonization saint n person of exceptional holiness angel saint n model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal ideal,paragon,apotheosis,nonesuch saint v hold sacred enshrine saint v declare (a dead person) to be a saint canonize sainted adj marked by utter benignity; resembling or befitting an angel or saint angelic,saintly sainthood n saints collectively sainthood n the status and dignity of a saint saintly adj marked by utter benignity; resembling or befitting an angel or saint angelic,sainted saipan n the largest island in the Northern Marianas and the administrative center of the commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands in union with saipan n US forces captured the island from the Japanese in July 1944; it was an important air base until the end of World War II sake n a reason for wanting something done interest sake n Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice; usually served hot saki sake n the purpose of achieving or obtaining saki n British writer of short stories (1870-1916) munro saki n Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice; usually served hot sake saki n small arboreal monkey of tropical South America with long hair and bushy nonprehensile tail salaam n a deep bow; a Muslim form of salutation salaam v greet with a salaam salable adj capable of being sold; fit for sale unsalable salacious adj characterized by lust lubricious,lustful,prurient salacious adj suggestive of or tending to moral looseness lewd,obscene,raunchy salad n food mixtures either arranged on a plate or tossed and served with a moist dressing; usually consisting of or including greens salade n a light medieval helmet with a slit for vision sallet saladin n sultan of Syria and Egypt; reconquered Jerusalem from the Christians in 1187 but was defeated by Richard Coeur de Lion in 1191 (1137-1193) salah n the second pillar of Islam is prayer; a prescribed liturgy performed five times a day (preferably in a mosque) and oriented toward Mecca salat salamander n any of various typically terrestrial amphibians that resemble lizards and that return to water only to breed salamander n reptilian creature supposed to live in fire salamander n fire iron consisting of a metal rod with a handle; used to stir a fire poker salami n highly seasoned fatty sausage of pork and beef usually dried salaried adj receiving a salary freelance salaried adj receiving or eligible for compensation compensated salaried adj for which money is paid compensable,paying,remunerative salary n something that remunerates wage,pay,earnings,remuneration salat n the second pillar of Islam is prayer; a prescribed liturgy performed five times a day (preferably in a mosque) and oriented toward Mecca salah sale n a particular instance of selling sale n the general activity of selling sale n an occasion (usually brief) for buying at specially reduced prices sale n the state of being purchasable; offered or exhibited for selling salem n capital of the state of Oregon in the northwestern part of the state on the Willamette River salem n a city in northeastern Massachusetts; site of the witchcraft trials in 1692 salem n a city in southern India salerno n a battle in World War II; the port was captured by United States troops in September 1943 sales n income (at invoice values) received for goods and services over some given period of time salesman n a man salesperson salesmanship n skill in selling; skill in persuading people to buy salesperson n a person employed to represent a business and to sell its merchandise (as to customers in a store or to customers who are visited) saleswoman n a woman salesperson salian n a member of the tribe of Franks who settled in the Netherlands in the 4th century AD salient n (military) the part of the line of battle that projects closest to the enemy salient adj having a quality that thrusts itself into attention outstanding,prominent,spectacular,striking salient adj (of angles) pointing outward at an angle of less than 180 degrees salient adj represented as leaping (rampant but leaning forward) salim n Venezuelan master terrorist raised by a Marxist-Leninist father; trained and worked with many terrorist groups (born in 1949) sanchez,carlos,taurus salina n a town in central Kansas saline n an isotonic solution of sodium chloride and distilled water saline adj containing salt salinger n United States writer (born 1919) salinity n the taste experience when common salt is taken into the mouth salt salinity n the relative proportion of salt in a solution salisbury n the capital and largest city of Zimbabwe salish n a family of Mosan language spoken in northwestern United States and western Canada salish n a member of a group of North American Indians speaking a Salishan language and living on the northwest coast of North America saliva n a clear liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands of the mouth; moistens the mouth and starts the digestion of spit,spittle salivate v produce saliva salivate v be envious, desirous, eager for, or extremely happy about something drool sallet n a light medieval helmet with a slit for vision salade sallow n any of several Old World shrubby broad-leaved willows having large catkins; some are important sources for tanbark and charcoal sallow v cause to become sallow sallow adj unhealthy looking sickly sally n witty remark wisecrack,crack,quip sally n a military action in which besieged troops burst forth from their position sortie sally n a venture off the beaten path salmon n any of various large food and game fishes of northern waters; usually migrate from salt to fresh water to spawn salmon n a tributary of the Snake River in Idaho salmon n flesh of any of various marine or freshwater fish of the family Salmonidae salmon n a pale pinkish orange color salmon adj of orange tinged with pink salmonella n rod-shaped Gram-negative enterobacteria; cause typhoid fever and food poisoning; can be used as a bioweapon salome n woman whose dancing beguiled Herod into giving her the head of John the Baptist salomon n American financier and American Revolutionary War patriot who helped fund the army during the American Revolution (1740?-1785) salon n gallery where works of art can be displayed salon n a shop where hairdressers and beauticians work salon n elegant sitting room where guests are received saloon n a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter barroom,bar,taproom saloon n tavern consisting of a building with a bar and public rooms; often provides light meals pub saloon n a car that is closed and that has front and rear seats and two or four doors sedan salp n minute floating marine tunicate having a transparent body with an opening at each end salpa salpa n minute floating marine tunicate having a transparent body with an opening at each end salp salsa n spicy sauce of tomatoes and onions and chili peppers to accompany Mexican foods salt n a compound formed by replacing hydrogen in an acid by a metal (or a radical that acts like a metal) salt n white crystalline form of especially sodium chloride used to season and preserve food salt n negotiations between the United States and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics opened in 1969 in Helsinki designed to limit both countri salt n the taste experience when common salt is taken into the mouth salinity salt v add salt to salt v sprinkle as if with salt salt v add zest or liveliness to salt v preserve with salt salt adj (of speech) painful or bitter saltate v move by saltation saltate v leap or skip, often in dancing saltbush n any of various shrubby plants of the genus Atriplex that thrive in dry alkaline soil salted adj (used especially of meats) preserved in salt salter n someone who uses salt to preserve meat or fish or other foods salter n someone who makes or deals in salt saltine n a cracker sprinkled with salt before baking salting n the act of adding salt to food saltwater n water containing salts seawater,brine saltwort n bushy plant of Old World salt marshes and sea beaches having prickly leaves; burned to produce a crude soda ash kali saltwort n low-growing strong-smelling coastal shrub of warm parts of the New World having unisexual flowers in conelike spikes and thick succulent lea salty adj engagingly stimulating or provocative piquant salty adj containing or filled with salt fresh salty adj one of the four basic taste sensations; like the taste of sea water salutary adj tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health good salutation n an act of honor or courteous recognition salute salutation n (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting) greeting salutation n word of greeting used to begin a letter salutatorian n a graduating student with the second highest academic rank; may deliver the opening address at graduation exercises salute n an act of honor or courteous recognition salutation salute n a formal military gesture of respect salute n an act of greeting with friendly words and gestures like bowing or lifting the hat salute v propose a toast to toast,drink,pledge,wassail salute v greet in a friendly way salute v express commendation of salute v become noticeable salvador n a republic on the Pacific coast of Central America salvadoran n a native or inhabitant of El Salvador salvadoran adj of or relating to or characteristic of El Salvador or its people salvage n property or goods saved from damage or destruction salvage n the act of saving goods or property that were in danger of damage or destruction salvage n the act of rescuing a ship or its crew or its cargo from a shipwreck or a fire salvage v save from ruin, destruction, or harm salve,relieve,save salvage v collect discarded material scavenge salvageable adj capable of being saved from ruin salvager n someone who salvages salvation n (theology) the act of delivering from sin or saving from evil redemption salvation n a means of preserving from harm or unpleasantness salvation n the state of being saved or preserved from harm salvation n saving someone or something from harm or from an unpleasant situation salve n semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation ointment,unction,unguent,balm salve n anything that remedies or heals or soothes salve v save from ruin, destruction, or harm salvage,relieve,save salve v apply a salve to, usually for the purpose of healing salvia n any of various plants of the genus Salvia; a cosmopolitan herb sage salvo n an outburst resembling the discharge of firearms or the release of bombs salvo n rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms fusillade,volley,burst salvo n a sudden outburst of cheers salzburg n city in western Austria; a music center and birthplace of Mozart sam n a guided missile fired from land or shipboard against an airborne target samara n a winged often one-seed indehiscent fruit as of the ash or elm or maple key samaria n an ancient city in central Palestine founded in the 9th century BC as the capital of the northern Hebrew kingdom of Israel; the site is in p samaritan n a member of the people inhabiting Samaria in biblical times samarkand n city in southern Uzbekistan; Tamerlane's opulent capital in the 14th century samba n large west African tree having large palmately lobed leaves and axillary cymose panicles of small white flowers and one-winged seeds; yields samba n music composed for dancing the samba samba n a lively ballroom dance from Brazil samba n a form of canasta using three decks of cards and six jokers samba v dance the samba same n a member of an indigenous nomadic people living in northern Scandinavia and herding reindeer lapp,sami same n the language of nomadic Lapps in northern Scandinavia and the Kola Peninsula lapp,sami same adj same in identity other same adj closely similar or comparable in kind or quality or quantity or degree different same adj equal in amount or value like same adj unchanged in character or nature sameness n the quality of being alike difference sameness n the quality of wearisome constancy, routine, and lack of variety monotony,humdrum sami n a member of an indigenous nomadic people living in northern Scandinavia and herding reindeer lapp,same sami n the language of nomadic Lapps in northern Scandinavia and the Kola Peninsula lapp,same samisen n a Japanese stringed instrument resembling a banjo with a long neck and three strings and a fretted fingerboard and a rectangular soundbox; p samnite n an Oscan-speaking member of an ancient people of Campania who clashed repeatedly with the early Romans samoa n a constitutional monarchy on the western part of the islands of Samoa in the South Pacific samoa n a group of volcanic islands in the South Pacific midway between Hawaii and Australia; its climate and scenery and Polynesian culture make it samoan n a native or inhabitant of the Samoan Islands samoan adj of or relating to Samoa or its people or language or culture samovar n a metal urn with a spigot at the base; used in Russia to boil water for tea sampan n an Asian skiff usually propelled by two oars sample n a small part of something intended as representative of the whole sample n items selected at random from a population and used to test hypotheses about the population sampling sample n all or part of a natural object that is collected and preserved as an example of its class sample v take a sample of try,taste sampler n an observation station that is set up to make sample observations of something sampler n someone who samples food or drink for its quality taster sampler n an assortment of various samples sampler n a piece of embroidery demonstrating skill with various stitches sampling n (statistics) the selection of a suitable sample for study sampling n items selected at random from a population and used to test hypotheses about the population sample sampling n measurement at regular intervals of the amplitude of a varying waveform (in order to convert it to digital form) samsara n (Hinduism and Buddhism) the endless cycle of birth and suffering and death and rebirth samson n (Old Testament) a judge of Israel who performed herculean feats of strength against the Philistines until he was betrayed to them by his mis samson n a large and strong and heavyset man bull,bruiser samuel n (Old Testament) Hebrew prophet and judge who anointed Saul as king samurai n a Japanese warrior who was a member of the feudal military aristocracy samurai n feudal Japanese military aristocracy sana n the capital and largest city of Yemen; on the central plateau sanatorium n a hospital for recuperation or for the treatment of chronic diseases sanitarium sanatorium n pejorative terms for an insane asylum bedlam,madhouse,nuthouse sanchez n Venezuelan master terrorist raised by a Marxist-Leninist father; trained and worked with many terrorist groups (born in 1949) carlos,salim,taurus sanctification n a religious ceremony in which something is made holy sanctify v render holy by means of religious rites consecrate,bless,hallow sanctify v make pure or free from sin or guilt purify,purge sanctimonious adj excessively or hypocritically pious sanctimony n the quality of being hypocritically devout sanction n formal and explicit approval countenance,endorsement,warrant,imprimatur sanction n a mechanism of social control for enforcing a society's standards sanction n official permission or approval authority,authorization sanction n the act of final authorization sanction v give sanction to approve,okay sanction v give authority or permission to sanction v give religious sanction to, such as through on oath sanctioned adj conforming to orthodox or recognized rules canonic,canonical sanctioned adj formally approved and invested with legal authority ratified sanctioned adj established by authority; given authoritative approval approved sanctioning adj implying sanction or serving to sanction sanctity n the quality of being holy holiness sanctuary n a consecrated place where sacred objects are kept sanctuary n a shelter from danger or hardship refuge,asylum sanctuary n area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing chancel,bema sanctum n a place of inviolable privacy sanctum n a sacred place of pilgrimage holy sand n a loose material consisting of grains of rock or coral sand n French writer known for works concerning women's rights and independence (1804-1876) sand n fortitude and determination backbone,grit,guts,moxie,gumption sand v rub with sandpaper sandpaper sandal n a shoe consisting of a sole fastened by straps to the foot sandalwood n close-grained fragrant yellowish heartwood of the true sandalwood; has insect repelling properties and is used for carving and cabinetwork sandbag n a bag filled with sand; used as a weapon or to build walls or as ballast sandbag v treat harshly or unfairly sandbag v compel by coercion, threats, or crude means dragoon,railroad sandbag v hit something or somebody as if with a sandbag stun sandbag v downplay one's ability (towards others) in a game in order to deceive, as in gambling sandbagger n someone who deceives you about his true nature or intent in order to take advantage of you sandblast n a blast of wind laden with sand sandblast v grind with a sandblast sandbox n mold consisting of a box with sand shaped to mold metal sandbox n a plaything consisting of a pile of sand or a box filled with sand for children to play in sandpit sandbur n grass of the eastern United States and tropical America having spikelets enclosed in prickly burs sander n a power tool used for sanding wood; an endless loop of sandpaper is moved at high speed by an electric motor smoother sandman n an elf in fairy stories who sprinkles sand in children's eyes to make them sleepy sandpaper n stiff paper coated with powdered emery or sand sandpaper v rub with sandpaper sand sandpiper n any of numerous usually small wading birds having a slender bill and piping call; closely related to the plovers sandpit n a large pit in sandy ground from which sand is dug sandpit n a plaything consisting of a pile of sand or a box filled with sand for children to play in sandbox sands n the region of the shore of a lake or sea or ocean littoral sandstone n a sedimentary rock consisting of sand consolidated with some cement (clay or quartz etc.) sandstorm n a windstorm that lifts up clouds of dust or sand duster sandwich n two (or more) slices of bread with a filling between them sandwich v make into a sandwich sandwich v insert or squeeze tightly between two people or objects sandy adj of hair color; pale yellowish to yellowish brown flaxen sandy adj resembling or containing or abounding in sand; or growing in sandy areas sane adj mentally healthy; free from mental disorder insane sane adj marked by sound judgment reasonable sang n North American woodland herb similar to and used as substitute for the Chinese ginseng sanger n English biochemist who determined the sequence of amino acids in insulin and who invented a technique to determine the genetic sequence of a sanger n United States nurse who campaigned for birth control and planned parenthood; she challenged Gregory Pincus to develop a birth control pill ( sangoma n a traditional Zulu healer and respected elder sangria n sweetened red wine and orange or lemon juice with soda water sanguine n a blood-red color sanguine adj confidently optimistic and cheerful sanguine adj inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life rubicund,ruddy,florid sanhedrin n the supreme judicial and ecclesiastical council of ancient Jerusalem sanitarium n a hospital for recuperation or for the treatment of chronic diseases sanatorium sanitary adj free from filth and pathogens healthful unsanitary sanitation n the state of being clean and conducive to health sanitation n making something sanitary (free of germs) as by sterilizing sanitize v make sanitary by cleaning or sterilizing sanitize v make less offensive or more acceptable by removing objectionable features sanitized adj made sanitary sanity n normal or sound powers of mind insanity sanskrit n (Hinduism) an ancient language of India (the language of the Vedas and of Hinduism); an official language of India although it is now used o santa n the legendary patron saint of children; an imaginary being who is thought to bring presents to children at Christmas santiago n city in the northern Dominican Republic santiago n a port city in southeastern Cuba; industrial center santiago n the capital and largest city of Chile; located in central Chile; one of the largest cities in South America santiago n a naval battle in the Spanish-American War (1898); the United States fleet bottled up the Spanish ships in the harbor of Santiago de Cuba an santos n a port city in southwestern Brazil on an offshore island near Sao Paulo sap n a watery solution of sugars, salts, and minerals that circulates through the vascular system of a plant sap n a person who lacks good judgment fool,saphead sap n a piece of metal covered by leather with a flexible handle; used for hitting people blackjack,cosh sap v deplete exhaust,tire sap v excavate the earth beneath saphead n a person who lacks good judgment fool,sap sapience n ability to apply knowledge or experience or understanding or common sense and insight wisdom sapiens adj of or relating to or characteristic of Homo sapiens sapless adj lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality decrepit,feeble,infirm,rickety,weak,weakly sapless adj destitute of sap and other vital juices; dry sapling n young tree saponification n a chemical reaction in which an ester is heated with an alkali (especially the alkaline hydrolysis of a fat or oil to make soap) sapper n a military engineer who does sapping (digging trenches or undermining fortifications) sapphire n a precious transparent stone of rich blue corundum valued as a gemstone sapphire n a transparent piece of sapphire that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem sapphire n a light shade of blue azure sapphire adj of something having the color of a blue sapphire sappho n the Greek lyric poet of Lesbos; much admired although only fragments of her poetry have been preserved (6th century BC) sapporo n a commercial city in northern Japan on western Hokkaido sappy adj abounding in sap sappy adj effusively or insincerely emotional hokey,maudlin,mawkish,mushy,sentimental,soppy,soupy sapsucker n small American woodpecker that feeds on sap from e.g. apple and maple trees saracen n (historically) a member of the nomadic people of the Syrian and Arabian deserts at the time of the Roman Empire saracen n (when used broadly) any Arab saracen n (historically) a Muslim who opposed the Crusades sarah n (Old Testament) the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac sarajevo n capital and largest city of Bosnia; scene of the assassination of Francis Ferdinand in 1914 which precipitated World War I saran n any of various thermoplastic resins used to make things sarasota n a town in west central Florida on the Gulf of Mexico saratoga n a species of large fish found in Australian rivers saratoga n a battle during the American Revolution (1777); the British under Burgoyne were defeated sarcasm n witty language used to convey insults or scorn irony,satire sarcastic adj expressing or expressive of ridicule that wounds sarcastically adv in a sarcastic manner sardonically sarcoma n a usually malignant tumor arising from connective tissue (bone or muscle etc.); one of the four major types of cancer sarcophagus n a stone coffin (usually bearing sculpture or inscriptions) sard n a deep orange-red variety of chalcedony sardine sardine n small fatty fish usually canned pilchard sardine n any of various small edible herring or related food fishes frequently canned sardine n a deep orange-red variety of chalcedony sard sardine n small fishes found in great schools along coasts of Europe; smaller and rounder than herring pilchard sardinia n the Italian region on the island of Sardinia; the kingdom of Sardinia was the nucleus for uniting Italy during the 19th century sardinia n an island in the Mediterranean to the west of Italy sardis n an ancient Greek city located in the western part of what is now modern Turkey; as the capital of Lydia it was the cultural center of Asia M sardonic adj disdainfully or ironically humorous; scornful and mocking snarky sardonically adv in a sarcastic manner sarcastically sargasso n brown algae with rounded bladders forming dense floating masses in tropical Atlantic waters as in the Sargasso Sea sargent n United States painter (born in Italy) known for his society portraits (1856-1925) sari n a dress worn primarily by Hindu women; consists of several yards of light material that is draped around the body sarin n a highly toxic chemical nerve agent that inhibits the activity of cholinesterase sarong n a loose skirt consisting of brightly colored fabric wrapped around the body; worn by both women and men in the South Pacific saroyan n United States writer of plays and short stories (1908-1981) sars n a respiratory disease of unknown etiology that apparently originated in mainland China in 2003; characterized by fever and coughing or diffi sarsaparilla n any of various prickly climbing plants of the tropical American genus Smilax having aromatic roots and heart-shaped leaves sarsaparilla n carbonated drink flavored with an extract from sarsaparilla root or with birch oil and sassafras sartor n a person whose occupation is making and altering garments tailor,seamster sartorial adj of or relating to the sartorius muscle sartorial adj of or relating to a tailor or to tailoring sartorius n a muscle in the thigh that helps to rotate the leg into the sitting position assumed by a tailor; the longest muscle in the human body sartre n French writer and existentialist philosopher (1905-1980) sas n a specialist regiment of the British army that is trained in commando techniques of warfare and used in clandestine operations (especially a sash n a framework that holds the panes of a window in the window frame sash n a band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers girdle,cincture,waistband sashay n a square dance figure; partners circle each other taking sideways steps sashay n (ballet) quick gliding steps with one foot always leading chasse sashay n a journey taken for pleasure excursion,jaunt,outing,junket,expedition sashay v move sideways sidle sashay v to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others swagger,ruffle,prance,strut,cock sashay v perform a chasse step, in ballet chasse sashimi n very thinly sliced raw fish saskatchewan n one of the three prairie provinces in west central Canada saskatoon n a city in central Saskatchewan; the largest city in the province saskatoon n edible purple or red berries sasquatch n large hairy humanoid creature said to live in wilderness areas of the United States and Canada bigfoot sass n an impudent or insolent rejoinder backtalk,lip,mouth sass v answer back in an impudent or insolent manner sassafras n yellowwood tree with brittle wood and aromatic leaves and bark; source of sassafras oil; widely distributed in eastern North America sassafras n dried root bark of the sassafras tree sassy adj improperly forward or bold fresh,impertinent,impudent,smart,saucy,wise sat n the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians saturday satan n (Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind; master of Hell devil,lucifer,beelzebub satanic adj extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell demonic,diabolical,fiendish,hellish,infernal,unholy satanic adj of or relating to Satan satanism n a belief in and reverence for devils (especially Satan) satanist n an adherent of Satan or Satanism satchel n luggage consisting of a small case with a flat bottom and (usually) a shoulder strap sate v fill to satisfaction replete,fill sateen n a cotton fabric with a satiny finish satellite n man-made equipment that orbits around the earth or the moon orbiter satellite n a person who follows or serves another planet satellite n any celestial body orbiting around a planet or star satellite v broadcast or disseminate via satellite satellite adj surrounding and dominated by a central authority or power satiated adj supplied (especially fed) to satisfaction satiety n the state of being satisfactorily full and unable to take on more satin n a smooth fabric of silk or rayon; has a glossy face and a dull back satire n witty language used to convey insults or scorn sarcasm,irony satiric adj exposing human folly to ridicule satirical satirical adj exposing human folly to ridicule satiric satirist n a humorist who uses ridicule and irony and sarcasm satirize v ridicule with satire lampoon satisfaction n the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation dissatisfaction satisfaction n state of being gratified or satisfied gratification satisfaction n compensation for a wrong atonement satisfaction n (law) the payment of a debt or fulfillment of an obligation satisfactorily adv in a satisfactory manner satisfactory adj giving satisfaction unsatisfactory satisfactory adj meeting requirements acceptable,decent satisfied adj filled with satisfaction satisfied adj allayed slaked satisfy v meet the requirements or expectations of fulfill,fulfil satisfy v make happy or satisfied gratify dissatisfy satisfy v fill, satisfy or meet a want or need or condtion ro restriction fit,meet,fill,fulfill,fulfil satisfying adj providing abundant nourishment hearty,solid,square,substantial satisfying adj providing freedom from worry comforting,cheering satori n (Zen Buddhism) a state of sudden spiritual enlightenment satrap n a governor of a province in ancient Persia satsuma n a variety of mandarin orange satsuma n medium-sized largely seedless mandarin orange with thin smooth skin saturate v cause (a chemical compound, vapour, solution, magnetic material) to unite with the greatest possible amount of another substance saturate v infuse or fill completely impregnate saturated adj being the most concentrated solution possible at a given temperature; unable to dissolve still more of a substance concentrated unsaturated saturated adj used especially of organic compounds; having all available valence bonds filled unsaturated saturated adj (of color) being chromatically pure; not diluted with white or grey or black pure unsaturated saturation n the process of totally saturating something with a substance impregnation saturation n the act of soaking thoroughly with a liquid saturation n a condition in which a quantity no longer responds to some external influence saturation n chromatic purity: freedom from dilution with white and hence vivid in hue chroma,intensity,vividness saturday n the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians sat saturn n a giant planet that is surrounded by three planar concentric rings of ice particles; the 6th planet from the sun saturn n (Roman mythology) god of agriculture and vegetation; counterpart of Greek Cronus satyr n man with strong sexual desires lecher,lech,letch satyr n one of a class of woodland deities; attendant on Bacchus; identified with Roman fauns sauce n flavorful relish or dressing or topping served as an accompaniment to food sauce v behave saucily or impudently towards sauce v dress (food) with a relish sauce v add zest or flavor to, make more interesting saucepan n a deep pan with a handle; used for stewing or boiling saucer n something with a round shape resembling a flat circular plate disk,disc saucer n a small shallow dish for holding a cup at the table saucer n directional antenna consisting of a parabolic reflector for microwave or radio frequency radiation dish saucer n a disk used in throwing competitions discus saucy adj characterized by a lightly pert and exuberant quality impertinent,irreverent,pert saucy adj improperly forward or bold fresh,impertinent,impudent,smart,sassy,wise saudi n a native or inhabitant of Saudi Arabia saudi adj of or relating to Saudi Arabia or its people sauerkraut n shredded cabbage fermented in brine saul n (Old Testament) the first king of the Israelites who defended Israel against many enemies (especially the Philistines) saul n (New Testament) a Christian missionary to the Gentiles; author of several Epistles in the New Testament; even though Paul was not present at paul sauna n a Finnish steam bath; steam is produced by pouring water over heated rocks saunter n a careless leisurely gait saunter n a leisurely walk (usually in some public place) amble,promenade,stroll saunter v walk leisurely and with no apparent aim stroll sausage n highly seasoned minced meat stuffed in casings sausage n a small nonrigid airship used for observation or as a barrage balloon blimp saute n a dish of sauteed food saute v fry briefly over high heat saute adj fried quickly in a little fat sauteed sauteed adj fried quickly in a little fat saute sauterne n semisweet golden-colored table or dessert wine from around Bordeaux in France; similar wine from California sauternes sauternes n semisweet golden-colored table or dessert wine from around Bordeaux in France; similar wine from California sauterne savage n a member of an uncivilized people barbarian savage n a cruelly rapacious person beast,wolf,brute,wildcat savage v attack brutally and fiercely savage v criticize harshly or violently blast,pillory,crucify savage adj (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering barbarous,brutal,cruel,fell,roughshod,vicious savage adj wild and menacing feral savage adj without civilizing influences barbarian,barbaric,uncivilized,wild savage adj marked by extreme and violent energy ferocious,fierce,furious savagely adv in a vicious manner viciously,brutally savagely adv wildly; like an animal savagery n the property of being untamed and ferocious savagery n the trait of extreme cruelty brutality,viciousness savagery n a brutal barbarous savage act brutality,barbarity,barbarism savanna n a flat grassland in tropical or subtropical regions savannah savannah n a port in eastern Georgia near the mouth of the Savannah river savannah n a river in South Carolina that flows southeast to the Atlantic savannah n a flat grassland in tropical or subtropical regions savanna savant n someone who has been admitted to membership in a scholarly field initiate,pundit save n (sports) the act of preventing the opposition from scoring save v save from ruin, destruction, or harm salvage,salve,relieve save v to keep up and reserve for personal or special use preserve save v bring into safety save v spend less; buy at a reduced price saved adj rescued; especially from the power and consequences of sin lost saved adj guarded from injury or destruction protected saveloy n a ready-cooked and highly seasoned pork sausage saver n someone who saves something from danger or violence rescuer saver n someone who saves (especially money) savin n procumbent or spreading juniper saving n an act of economizing; reduction in cost economy saving n recovery or preservation from loss or danger rescue,deliverance,delivery saving n the activity of protecting something from loss or danger preservation saving adj bringing about salvation or redemption from sin redemptive,redeeming saving adj characterized by thriftiness savings n a fund of money put by as a reserve savior n a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29) jesus,christ,deliverer savior n a person who rescues you from harm or danger rescuer,deliverer savor n the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth relish,flavor,savour,smack,nip,tang savor v derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in enjoy,bask,relish,savour savor v have flavor; taste of something taste,savour savor v taste appreciatively savour savor v give taste to savour savoring n taking a small amount into the mouth to test its quality tasting,relishing savory n any of several aromatic herbs or subshrubs of the genus Satureja having spikes of flowers attractive to bees savory n dwarf aromatic shrub of Mediterranean regions savory n either of two aromatic herbs of the mint family savory n an aromatic or spicy dish served at the end of dinner or as an hors d'oeuvre savory adj morally wholesome or acceptable unsavory savory adj having an agreeably pungent taste piquant savory adj pleasing to the sense of taste savour n the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth relish,flavor,savor,smack,nip,tang savour v have flavor; taste of something taste,savor savour v give taste to savor savour v taste appreciatively savor savour v derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in enjoy,bask,relish,savor savoy n a geographical region of historical importance; a former duchy in what is now southwestern France, western Switzerland, and northwestern Ita savoy n head of soft crinkly leaves savvy n the cognitive condition of someone who understands understanding,apprehension,discernment savvy v get the meaning of something grok,comprehend,dig,grasp,compass,apprehend saw n a condensed but memorable saying embodying some important fact of experience that is taken as true by many people proverb,adage,byword saw n hand tool having a toothed blade for cutting saw n a power tool for cutting wood saw v cut with a saw sawdust n fine particles of wood made by sawing wood sawhorse n a framework for holding wood that is being sawed horse,buck sawmill n a large sawing machine sawmill n a mill for dressing logs and lumber lumbermill sawpit n a pit over which lumber is positioned to be sawed by two men with a long two-handed saw sawtooth n a serration on a saw blade sawyer n one who is employed to saw wood sawyer n any of several beetles whose larvae bore holes in dead or dying trees especially conifers sax n a Belgian maker of musical instruments who invented the saxophone (1814-1894) sax n a single-reed woodwind with a conical bore saxophone saxe n a French marshal who distinguished himself in the War of the Austrian Succession (1696-1750) saxe n an area in Germany around the upper Elbe river; the original home of the Saxons saxony saxon n a member of a Germanic people who conquered England and merged with the Angles and Jutes to become Anglo-Saxons; dominant in England until t saxon adj of or relating to or characteristic of the early Saxons or Anglo-Saxons and their descendents (especially the English or Lowland Scots) and saxony n an area in Germany around the upper Elbe river; the original home of the Saxons saxe saxophone n a single-reed woodwind with a conical bore sax saxophonist n a musician who plays the saxophone say n the chance to speak say v express in words state,tell say v report or maintain allege,aver say v express a supposition suppose say v have or contain a certain wording or form read sayers n English writer of detective fiction (1893-1957) saying n a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations expression sayonara n a farewell remark adieu,adios,bye,cheerio,goodbye scab n someone who works (or provides workers) during a strike strikebreaker,rat scab n the crustlike surface of a healing skin lesion scab v form a scab scab v take the place of work of someone on strike fink,rat scabbard n a sheath for a sword or dagger or bayonet scabby adj covered with scabs scabies n a contagious skin infection caused by the itch mite; characterized by persistent itching and skin irritation itch scabrous adj rough to the touch; covered with scales or scurf scaly scabrous adj dealing with salacious or indecent material scad n any of a number of fishes of the family Carangidae scads n a large number or amount tons,dozens,heaps,lots,piles,scores,stacks,loads scaffold n a platform from which criminals are executed (hanged or beheaded) scaffold n a temporary arrangement erected around a building for convenience of workers scaffold v provide with a scaffold for support scaffolding n a system of scaffolds staging scag n street names for heroin smack,thunder scalable adj capable of being scaled; possible to scale scalar n a variable quantity that cannot be resolved into components scalar adj of or relating to a musical scale scalar adj of or relating to a directionless magnitude (such as mass or speed etc.) that is completely specified by its magnitude scald n a burn cause by hot liquid or steam scald n the act of burning with steam or hot water scald v subject to harsh criticism blister,whip scald v treat with boiling water scald v heat to the boiling point scald v burn with a hot liquid or steam scale n an ordered reference standard scale n relative magnitude scale n the ratio between the size of something and a representation of it scale n a specialized leaf or bract that protects a bud or catkin scale v measure by or as if by a scale scale v pattern, make, regulate, set, measure, or estimate according to some rate or standard scale v take by attacking with scaling ladders scale v reach the highest point of surmount scaled adj having the body covered or partially covered with thin horny plates, as some fish and reptiles scaly scaled adj (used of armor) having overlapping metal plates attached to a leather backing scaling n the act of arranging in a graduated series grading scaling n act of measuring or arranging or adjusting according to a scale scaling n ascent by or as if by a ladder scallion n plant having a large slender white bulb and flat overlapping dark green leaves; used in cooking; believed derived from the wild Allium ampel leek scallion n a young onion before the bulb has enlarged; eaten in salads scallop n one of a series of rounded projections (or the notches between them) formed by curves along an edge (as the edge of a leaf or piece of cloth scallop n edible muscle of mollusks having fan-shaped shells; served broiled or poached or in salads or cream sauces scallop n thin slice of meat (especially veal) usually fried or broiled cutlet scallop n edible marine bivalve having a fluted fan-shaped shell that swim by expelling water from the shell in a series of snapping motions scallop v decorate an edge with scallops scallop v bake in a sauce, milk, etc., often with breadcrumbs on top scallop v form scallops in scallop v fish for scallops scalloped adj having a margin with rounded scallops scalp n the skin that covers the top of the head scalp v sell illegally, as on the black market scalp v remove the scalp of scalpel n a thin straight surgical knife used in dissection and surgery scalper n someone who buys something and resells it at a price far above the initial cost scaly adj rough to the touch; covered with scales or scurf scabrous scaly adj having the body covered or partially covered with thin horny plates, as some fish and reptiles scaled scam n a fraudulent business scheme scam v deprive of by deceit victimize,swindle,rook,diddle,defraud,mulct,con scammer n a person who swindles you by means of deception or fraud swindler,gouger,grifter scamper n rushing about hastily in an undignified way scramble,scurry scamper v to move about or proceed hurriedly scurry,skitter,scuttle scampi n large shrimp sauteed in oil or butter and garlic scan n the act of scanning; systematic examination of a prescribed region scan n an image produced by scanning scan v examine minutely or intensely scan v examine hastily skim,rake scan v make a wide, sweeping search of scan v conform to a metrical pattern scandal n disgraceful gossip about the private lives of other people dirt scandal n a disgraceful event outrage scandalize v strike with disgust or revulsion shock,offend,appall,outrage scandalous adj giving offense to moral sensibilities and injurious to reputation disgraceful,shameful,shocking scandent adj used especially of plants; having a tendency to climb scandinavia n the peninsula in northern Europe occupied by Norway and Sweden scandinavia n a group of culturally related countries in northern Europe; Finland and Iceland are sometimes considered Scandinavian scandinavian n an inhabitant of Scandinavia norse scandinavian n the northern family of Germanic languages that are spoken in Scandinavia and Iceland nordic,norse scandinavian adj of or relating to Scandinavia or its peoples or cultures norse scanner n someone who scans verse to determine the number and prosodic value of the syllables scanner n an electronic device that generates a digital representation of an image for data input to a computer scanner n a radar dish that rotates or oscillates in order to scan a broad area scanner n a radio receiver that moves automatically across some selected range of frequencies looking for some signal or condition scanning n the process of translating photographs into a digital form that can be recognized by a computer scanning n the act of systematically moving a finely focused beam of light or electrons over a surface in order to produce an image of it for analysis scansion n analysis of verse into metrical patterns scant v work hastily or carelessly; deal with inadequately and superficially skimp scant v limit in quality or quantity skimp scant v supply sparingly and with restricted quantities stint,skimp scant adj less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so light,short scantily adv in a skimpy manner scantiness n the quality of being meager scantling n an upright in house framing stud scanty n short underpants for women or children (usually used in the plural) panty scanty adj lacking in magnitude or quantity bare,spare scanty adj (of clothing) revealing the body skimpy scape n erect leafless flower stalk growing directly from the ground as in a tulip scape n (architecture) upright consisting of the vertical part of a column shaft scapegoat n someone who is punished for the errors of others scapula n either of two flat triangular bones one on each side of the shoulder in human beings scapular n a feather covering the shoulder of a bird scapular n garment consisting of a long wide piece of woolen cloth worn over the shoulders with an opening for the head; part of a monastic habit scapular adj relating to or near the shoulder blade scar n a mark left (usually on the skin) by the healing of injured tissue scar n an indication of damage scratch,scrape,mark scar v mark with a scar mark,pock,pit scarab n scarabaeid beetle considered divine by ancient Egyptians scaramouch n a stock character in commedia dell'arte depicted as a boastful coward scarce adj deficient in quantity or number compared with the demand abundant scarce adv only a very short time before barely,hardly,just,scarcely scarce adv almost not hardly,scarcely,barely scarcely adv only a very short time before barely,hardly,just,scarce scarcely adv almost not hardly,barely,scarce scarceness n a small and inadequate amount scarcity scarcity n a small and inadequate amount scarceness abundance scare n sudden mass fear and anxiety over anticipated events panic scare n a sudden attack of fear scare v cause fear in frighten,fright,affright scare v cause to lose courage daunt,dash,pall scarecrow n an effigy in the shape of a man to frighten birds away from seeds scared adj made afraid frightened scarf n a garment worn around the head or neck or shoulders for warmth or decoration scarf n a joint made by notching the ends of two pieces of timber or metal so that they will lock together end-to-end scarf v masturbate while strangling oneself scarf v unite by a scarf joint scarf v wrap in or adorn with a scarf scarface n United States gangster who terrorized Chicago during prohibition until arrested for tax evasion (1899-1947) capone scarlet n a variable color that is vivid red but sometimes with an orange tinge vermilion scarlet adj of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies red,reddish,ruddy,carmine,cerise,cherry,crimson,ruby scarp n a long steep slope or cliff at the edge of a plateau or ridge; usually formed by erosion escarpment scarp n a steep artificial slope in front of a fortification escarpment scarper v flee; take to one's heels; cut and run scat,run,lam,bunk,escape scarred adj deeply affected or marked by mental or physical pain or injury scarred adj blemished by injury or rough wear marred scary adj provoking fear terror chilling,shivery scat n singing jazz; the singer substitutes nonsense syllables for the words of the song and tries to sound like a musical instrument scat v flee; take to one's heels; cut and run run,scarper,lam,bunk,escape scathe n the act of damaging something or someone damage,harm,hurt scathing adj marked by harshly abusive criticism vituperative scatological adj dealing pruriently with excrement and excretory functions scatology n a preoccupation with obscenity (especially that dealing with excrement or excretory functions) scatology n (medicine) the chemical analysis of excrement (for medical diagnosis or for paleontological purposes) scatter n a haphazard distribution in all directions spread scatter n the act of scattering scattering scatter v to cause to separate and go in different directions disperse,dissipate,dispel scatter v move away from each other disperse,dissipate scatter v distribute loosely sprinkle,dot,dust,disperse scatter v sow by scattering scattered adj occurring or distributed over widely spaced and irregular intervals in time or space scattered adj lacking orderly continuity confused,disconnected,disjointed,disordered,garbled,illogical,unconnected scattergood n someone who spends money prodigally spendthrift,spender scattering n a small number (of something) dispersed haphazardly sprinkling scattering n the physical process in which particles are deflected haphazardly as a result of collisions scattering n a light shower that falls in some locations and not others nearby sprinkle,sprinkling scattering n spreading widely or driving off dispersion scaup n diving ducks of North America having a bluish-grey bill bluebill scavenge v clean refuse from scavenge v collect discarded material salvage scavenge v feed on carrion or refuse scavenge v remove unwanted substances from clean scavenger n a chemical agent that is added to a chemical mixture to counteract the effects of impurities scavenger n someone who collects things that have been discarded by others magpie scavenger n any animal that feeds on refuse and other decaying organic matter scenario n an outline or synopsis of a play (or, by extension, of a literary work) scenario n a setting for a work of art or literature scenario n a postulated sequence of possible events scene n the place where some action occurs scene n an incident (real or imaginary) scene n the visual percept of a region view,aspect,prospect,vista,panorama scene n a consecutive series of pictures that constitutes a unit of action in a film shot scenery n the painted structures of a stage set that are intended to suggest a particular locale scene scenery n the appearance of a place scenic adj used of locations; having beautiful natural scenery scenic adj of or relating to the stage or stage scenery scent n a distinctive odor that is pleasant aroma,fragrance,perfume scent n an odor left in passing by which a person or animal can be traced scent n any property detected by the olfactory system smell,aroma,odor,odour scent v cause to smell or be smelly scent v catch the scent of; get wind of nose,wind scent v apply perfume to perfume scented adj having the sense of smell scented adj filled or impregnated with perfume perfumed scented adj having a natural fragrance odorous,perfumed,sweet scented adj (used in combination) having the odor of sceptic n someone who habitually doubts accepted beliefs skeptic,doubter sceptre n the imperial authority symbolized by a scepter sceptre n a ceremonial or emblematic staff verge,wand schedule n a temporally organized plan for matters to be attended to agenda,docket schedule n an ordered list of times at which things are planned to occur schedule v plan for an activity or event schedule v make a schedule; plan the time and place for events scheduled adj planned or scheduled for some certain time or times unscheduled scheduler n computer hardware that arranges jobs to be done by the computer in an appropriate order scheduling n setting an order and time for planned events programming,programing schefflera n large genus of shrubby and climbing tropical plants having showy digitately compound foliage scheldt n a river that rises in France and flows northeast across Belgium and empties into the North Sea schema n an internal representation of the world; an organization of concepts and actions that can be revised by new information about the world scheme schema n a schematic or preliminary plan outline,scheme schematic n diagram of an electrical or mechanical system schematic adj represented in simplified or symbolic form conventional,formal scheme n an elaborate and systematic plan of action strategy scheme n a statement that evades the question by cleverness or trickery dodge,dodging scheme n a group of independent but interrelated elements comprising a unified whole system scheme n an internal representation of the world; an organization of concepts and actions that can be revised by new information about the world schema scheme v form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner intrigue,connive scheme v devise a system or form a scheme for schemer n a planner who draws up a personal scheme of action plotter scheming adj acting with a specific goal calculating,conniving,shrewd scheming adj concealing crafty designs for advancing your own interest designing schiller n German romantic writer (1759-1805) schilling n formerly the basic unit of money in Austria schism n division of a group into opposing factions split schism n the formal separation of a church into two churches or the withdrawal of one group over doctrinal differences schist n any metamorphic rock that can be split into thin layers schizophrenia n any of several psychotic disorders characterized by distortions of reality and disturbances of thought and language and withdrawal from soci schizophrenic n someone who is afflicted with schizophrenia schizophrenic adj suffering from some form of schizophrenia schizophrenic adj of or relating to or characteristic of schizophrenia schlemiel n (Yiddish) a dolt who is a habitual bungler schlep n (Yiddish) an awkward and stupid person shlep schlep n a tedious or difficult journey shlep schlep v pull along heavily, like a heavy load against a resistance shlep schlimazel n (Yiddish) a very unlucky or inept person who fails at everything schmaltz n (Yiddish) excessive sentimentality in art or music schmear n (Yiddish) a batch of things that go together schmidt n German statesman who served as chancellor of Germany (born in 1918) schmo n (Yiddish) a jerk schmuck schmooze n an informal conversation chat,confab,confabulation schmooze v talk idly or casually and in a friendly way jawbone schmuck n (Yiddish) a jerk schmo schnabel n United States composer (born in Austria) and pianist noted for his interpretations of the works of Mozart and Beethoven and Schubert (1882-1 schnapps n any of various strong liquors especially a Dutch spirit distilled from potatoes schnauzer n old German breed of sturdy black or greyish wire-haired terriers having a blunt muzzle ranging in size from fairly small to very large; used schnitzel n deep-fried breaded veal cutlets scholar n a learned person (especially in the humanities); someone who by long study has gained mastery in one or more disciplines bookman,student scholar n someone (especially a child) who learns (as from a teacher) or takes up knowledge or beliefs learner scholar n a student who holds a scholarship scholarly adj characteristic of scholars or scholarship scholarship n financial aid provided to a student on the basis of academic merit scholarship n profound scholarly knowledge erudition,learning scholastic n a person who pays more attention to formal rules and book learning than they merit pedant,bookworm scholastic n a Scholastic philosopher or theologian scholastic adj of or relating to schools scholastic adj of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of scholasticism scholastically adv with respect to scholastic activities school n an educational institution school n a building where young people receive education schoolhouse school n the process of being formally educated at a school schooling school n a body of creative artists or writers or thinkers linked by a similar style or by similar teachers school v educate in or as if in a school school v teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment educate,train,cultivate,civilize,civilise school v swim in or form a large group of fish schoolbag n a bag for carrying school books and supplies schoolbook n a book prepared for use in schools or colleges textbook,text schoolboy n a boy attending school schoolcraft n United States geologist and ethnologist and explorer who discovered the source of the Mississippi River (1793-1864) schoolgirl n a girl attending school schoolhouse n a building where young people receive education school schooling n the act of teaching at school schooling n the process of being formally educated at a school school schooling n the training of an animal (especially the training of a horse for dressage) schoolmaster n presiding officer of a school headmaster,master schoolmaster n any person (or institution) who acts as an educator schoolmaster n food fish of warm Caribbean and Atlantic waters schoolmate n an acquaintance that you go to school with classmate schoolroom n a room in a school where lessons take place classroom schoolteacher n a teacher in a school below the college level schooltime n the period of instruction in a school; the time period when school is in session school schooltime n the time of life when you are going to school schoolwork n a school task performed by a student to satisfy the teacher schoolyard n the yard associated with a school schooner n a large beer glass schooner n sailing vessel used in former times schorl n black tourmaline schubert n Austrian composer known for his compositions for voice and piano (1797-1828) schulz n United States cartoonist whose comic strip included the beagle Snoopy (1922-2000) schumann n German pianist and composer of piano music; renowned for her interpretation of music, especially the music of her husband Robert Schumann (1 schumann n German romantic composer known for piano music and songs (1810-1856) schuss v ski downhill schwa n a neutral middle vowel; occurs in unstressed syllables schweitzer n French philosopher and physician and organist who spent most of his life as a medical missionary in Gabon (1875-1965) sciara n minute blackish gregarious flies destructive to mushrooms and seedlings sciatica n neuralgia along the sciatic nerve science n a particular branch of scientific knowledge science n ability to produce solutions in some problem domain skill scienter adv (law) deliberately or knowingly scientific adj of or relating to the practice of science scientific adj conforming with the principles or methods used in science unscientific scientifically adv with respect to science; in a scientific way scientist n a person with advanced knowledge of one or more sciences scientology n a new religion founded by L. Ron Hubbard in 1955 and characterized by a belief in the power of a person's spirit to clear itself of past pai scilla n an Old World plant of the genus Scilla having narrow basal leaves and pink or blue or white racemose flowers squill scimitar n a curved oriental saber; the edge is on the convex side of the blade scintilla n a tiny or scarcely detectable amount shred,whit,iota,tittle,smidgen,smidge scintilla n a sparkling glittering particle scintillating adj brilliantly clever scintillating adj marked by high spirits or excitement bubbling,effervescent,frothy,sparkly scintillating adj having brief brilliant points or flashes of light aglitter,coruscant,glinting,glittering,glittery,sparkly scion n a descendent or heir scipio n Roman general who commanded the invasion of Carthage in the second Punic War and defeated Hannibal at Zama (circa 237-183 BC) scission n the act of dividing by cutting or splitting scissor v cut with or as if with scissors scissors n an edge tool having two crossed pivoting blades scissors n a wrestling hold in which you wrap your legs around the opponents body or head and put your feet together and squeeze scissors n a gymnastic exercise performed on the pommel horse when the gymnast moves his legs as the blades of scissors move scissure n a long narrow opening crack,cleft,crevice,fissure sclaff n a poor golf stroke in which the club head hits the ground before hitting the ball sclaff v strike (a golf ball) such that the ground is scraped first sclaff v strike (the ground) in making a sclaff sclera n the whitish fibrous membrane (albuginea) that with the cornea forms the outer covering and protection of the eyeball scleroderma n an autoimmune disease that affects the blood vessels and connective tissue; fibrous connective tissue is deposited in the skin scleroderma n genus of poisonous fungi having hard-skinned fruiting bodies: false truffles sclerosed adj relating to or having sclerosis; hardened sclerosis n any pathological hardening or thickening of tissue scoff n showing your contempt by derision jeer,jeering,mockery scoff v laugh at with contempt and derision jeer,flout,barrack,gibe scoff v treat with contemptuous disregard flout scofflaw n one who habitually ignores the law and does not answer court summonses scold n someone (especially a woman) who annoys people by constantly finding fault nag,nagger scold v censure severely or angrily rebuke,rag,trounce,lecture,reprimand,jaw,chide,berate scold v show one's unhappiness or critical attitude grouch,grumble scolding n rebuking a person harshly chiding scoliosis n an abnormal lateral curve to the vertebral column sconce n a shelter or screen providing protection from enemy fire or from the weather sconce n a small fort or earthwork defending a ford, pass, or castle gate sconce n a candle or flaming torch secured in a sconce sconce n a decorative wall bracket for holding candles or other sources of light scone n small biscuit (rich with cream and eggs) cut into diamonds or sticks and baked in an oven or (especially originally) on a griddle scoop n the quantity a scoop will hold scoop n a hollow concave shape made by removing something pocket scoop n a news report that is reported first by one news organization exclusive scoop n street names for gamma hydroxybutyrate soap,max,goop scoop v take out or up with or as if with a scoop scoop v get the better of outdo,outflank,trump,best scoot v run or move very quickly or hastily dart,dash,scud,flash,shoot scooter n a motorboat resembling a motor scooter scooter n child's two-wheeled vehicle operated by foot scooter n a wheeled vehicle with small wheels and a low-powered gasoline engine geared to the rear wheel scooter n a sailing vessel with runners and a cross-shaped frame; suitable for traveling over ice scope n an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" range,reach,orbit,compass scope n the state of the environment in which a situation exists setting,background scope n a magnifier of images of distant objects telescope scope n electronic equipment that provides visual images of varying electrical quantities oscilloscope,cro scopes n Tennessee highschool teacher who violated a state law by teaching evolution; in a highly publicized trial in 1925 he was prosecuted by Willi scopolamine n an alkaloid with anticholinergic effects that is used as a sedative and to treat nausea and to dilate the pupils in ophthalmic procedures scorch n a surface burn singe scorch n a plant disease that produces a browning or scorched appearance of plant tissues scorch n a discoloration caused by heat scorch v make very hot and dry sear scorch v become superficially burned sear,singe scorch v destroy completely by or as if by fire scorch v burn slightly and superficially so as to affect color char,blacken,sear scorched adj dried out by heat or excessive exposure to sunlight baked,parched scorched adj having everything destroyed so nothing is left salvageable by an enemy scorcher n an extremely hot day scorcher n a very hard hit ball screamer scorching adj hot and dry enough to burn or parch a surface scorching adv capable of causing burns score n a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance) mark,grade score n a written form of a musical composition; parts for different instruments appear on separate staves on large pages score n a number that expresses the accomplishment of a team or an individual in a game or contest score n a set of twenty members score v gain points in a game hit,tally score v make small marks into the surface of nock,mark score v make underscoring marks mark score v write a musical score for scoreboard n a large board for displaying the score of a contest (and some other information) scorekeeper n an official who records the score during the progress of a game scorer scoreless adj having no points scores pointless scorer n a player who makes a score in a game or contest scorer n a logger who marks trees to be felled scorer n an official who records the score during the progress of a game scorekeeper scores n a large number or amount tons,dozens,heaps,lots,piles,stacks,loads,rafts scoring n evaluation of performance by assigning a grade or score marking,grading scorn n lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike contempt,disdain,despite scorn n open disrespect for a person or thing contempt scorn v look down on with disdain contemn,despise,disdain scorn v reject with contempt reject,spurn,disdain scorned adj treated with dislike or contempt despised,detested,hated scorner n a person who expresses contempt by remarks or facial expression scornful adj expressing extreme contempt contemptuous,disdainful,insulting scornfully adv without respect; in a disdainful manner contemptuously scorpio n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Scorpio scorpion scorpio n a large zodiacal constellation between Libra and Sagittarius scorpius scorpio n the eighth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about October 23 to November 21 scorpion scorpion n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Scorpio scorpio scorpion n the eighth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about October 23 to November 21 scorpio scorpion n arachnid of warm dry regions having a long segmented tail ending in a venomous stinger scorpius n a large zodiacal constellation between Libra and Sagittarius scorpio scorsese n United States filmmaker (born in 1942) scot n a native or inhabitant of Scotland scotsman,scotchman scotch n a slight surface cut (especially a notch that is made to keep a tally) score scotch n whiskey distilled in Scotland; especially whiskey made from malted barley in a pot still scotch v hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of thwart,queer,spoil,foil,cross,frustrate,baffle,bilk scotch v make a small cut or score into scotch adj of or relating to or characteristic of Scotland or its people or culture or its English dialect or Gaelic language scots,scottish scotch adj avoiding waste economical,frugal,sparing scotchman n a native or inhabitant of Scotland scot,scotsman scoter n large black diving duck of northern parts of the northern hemisphere scooter scotland n one of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; located on the northern part of the island scotoma n an isolated area of diminished vision within the visual field scots n the dialect of English used in Scotland scottish scots adj of or relating to or characteristic of Scotland or its people or culture or its English dialect or Gaelic language scottish,scotch scotsman n a native or inhabitant of Scotland scot,scotchman scott n award-winning United States film actor (1928-1999) scott n English explorer who reached the South Pole just a month after Amundsen; he and his party died on the return journey (1868-1912) scott n United States general who was a hero of the War of 1812 and who defeated Santa Anna in the Mexican War (1786-1866) scott n British author of historical novels and ballads (1771-1832) scottie n old Scottish breed of small long-haired usually black terrier with erect tail and ears scottish n the dialect of English used in Scotland scots scottish adj of or relating to or characteristic of Scotland or its people or culture or its English dialect or Gaelic language scots,scotch scoundrel n a wicked or evil person; someone who does evil deliberately villain scour n a place that is scoured (especially by running water) scour v examine minutely scour v clean with hard rubbing scrub scour v rub hard or scrub abrade scour v rinse, clean, or empty with a liquid flush,purge scoured adj worn away as by water or ice or wind eroded scourer n someone who cleanses by scouring scourer n someone who travels widely and energetically scourge n a whip used to inflict punishment (often used for pedantic humor) flagellum scourge n something causing misery or death bane,curse,nemesis scourge n a person who inspires fear or dread terror,threat scourge v punish severely; excoriate scourge v whip flagellate scourge v cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly waste,devastate,desolate,ravage scourger n a torturer who flogs or scourges (especially an official whose duty is to whip offenders) flogger scouring n moving over territory to search for something scouring n the act of cleaning a surface by rubbing it with a brush and soap and water scrub,scrubbing scours n diarrhea in livestock scouse n a stew of meat and vegetables and hardtack that is eaten by sailors scout n a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event lookout,sentinel,sentry,watch,spotter,picket scout n a Boy Scout or Girl Scout scout n someone employed to discover and recruit talented persons (especially in the worlds of entertainment or sports) scout n someone who can find paths through unexplored territory pathfinder,guide scout v explore, often with the goal of finding something or somebody reconnoiter,reconnoitre scouter n an adult member of the Boy Scouts movement rover scouting n exploring in order to gain information scoutmaster n the leader of a troop of Scouts scow n any of various flat-bottomed boats with sloping ends scow n a barge carrying bulk materials in an open hold scowl n a facial expression of dislike or displeasure frown scowl v frown with displeasure scowling adj sullen or unfriendly in appearance scrabble n an aimless drawing scribble,doodle scrabble n a board game in which words are formed from letters in patterns similar to a crossword puzzle; each letter has a value and those values are scrabble v feel searchingly scrabble v write down quickly without much attention to detail scribble scrag n a person who is unusually thin and scrawny scrag n lean end of the neck scrag n the lean end of a neck of veal scrag v strangle with an iron collar garrote scrag v wring the neck of choke scraggly adj ragged, thin, or untidy in appearance scraggly adj being very thin boney,bony,scrawny,skinny,underweight,weedy scram v leave immediately; used usually in the imperative form get scramble n an unceremonious and disorganized struggle scuffle scramble n rushing about hastily in an undignified way scamper,scurry scramble v to move hurriedly scramble v climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling clamber,shin,skin,struggle,sputter scramble v bring into random order jumble scramble v stir vigorously beat scrambled adj thrown together in a disorderly fashion scranton n an industrial city of northeastern Pennsylvania scrap n a small fragment of something broken off from the whole bit,chip,flake,fleck scrap n worthless material that is to be disposed of rubbish,trash scrap n a small piece of something that is left over after the rest has been used scrap n the act of fighting; any contest or struggle fight,fighting,combat scrap v dispose of (something useless or old) trash,junk scrap v have a disagreement over something quarrel,dispute scrap v make into scrap or refuse scrapbook n an album into which clippings or notes or pictures can be pasted scrape n a harsh noise made by scraping scraping,scratch,scratching scrape n an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off abrasion,scratch,excoriation scrape n a deep bow with the foot drawn backwards (indicating excessive humility) scraping scrape n an indication of damage scratch,scar,mark scrape v scratch repeatedly grate scrape v make by scraping scrape v cut the surface of; wear away the surface of scratch scrape v bend the knees and bow in a servile manner kowtow scraper n any of various hand tools for scraping scrapheap n an accumulation of refuse and discarded matter scrapheap n pile of discarded metal scraping n (usually plural) a fragment scraped off of something and collected scraping n a harsh noise made by scraping scrape,scratch,scratching scraping n a deep bow with the foot drawn backwards (indicating excessive humility) scrape scrapple n scraps of meat (usually pork) boiled with cornmeal and shaped into loaves for slicing and frying scrappy adj full of fighting spirit scraps n food that is discarded (as from a kitchen) garbage,refuse scratch n an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off abrasion,scrape,excoriation scratch n a depression scratched or carved into a surface incision,prick,slit,dent scratch n informal terms for money boodle,bread,cabbage,clams,dinero,dough,kale,lettuce scratch n a competitor who has withdrawn from competition scratch v cause friction rub,fray,fret,chafe scratch v cut the surface of; wear away the surface of scrape scratch v scrape or rub as if to relieve itching rub,itch scratch v postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled cancel,scrub scratching n a harsh noise made by scraping scrape,scraping,scratch scratchy adj causing abrasion abrasive scratchy adj easily irritated or annoyed cranky,fractious,irritable,nettlesome,peevish,peckish,petulant,testy scratchy adj lacking consistency spotty,uneven scratchy adj unpleasantly harsh or grating in sound grating,gravelly,raspy,rough scrawl n poor handwriting scribble,scratch scrawl v write carelessly scribble scrawny adj being very thin scraggly,boney,bony,skinny,underweight,weedy scrawny adj inferior in size or quality scrubby,stunted scream n sharp piercing cry screaming,shriek,shrieking,screech,screeching scream n a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry screech,screeching,shriek,shrieking,screaming scream n a joke that seems extremely funny howler,wow,riot scream v utter a sudden loud cry shout,cry,call,yell,holler,hollo,squall scream v utter or declare in a very loud voice yell scream v make a loud, piercing sound screamer n someone who communicates vocally in a very loud voice yeller screamer n a sensational newspaper headline screamer n gooselike aquatic bird of South America having a harsh trumpeting call screamer n a very hard hit ball scorcher screaming n sharp piercing cry scream,shriek,shrieking,screech,screeching screaming n a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry screech,screeching,shriek,shrieking,scream screaming adj so extremely intense as to evoke screams screaming adj resembling a scream in effect screaming adj marked by or causing boisterous merriment or convulsive laughter hilarious screamingly adv to an extreme degree scree n a sloping mass of loose rocks at the base of a cliff talus screech n a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry screeching,shriek,shrieking,scream,screaming screech n sharp piercing cry scream,screaming,shriek,shrieking,screeching screech v make a high-pitched, screeching noise whine,squeak,creak screech v utter a harsh abrupt scream squawk screeching n a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry screech,shriek,shrieking,scream,screaming screeching n sharp piercing cry scream,screaming,shriek,shrieking,screech screed n a long monotonous harangue screed n a long piece of writing screed n an accurately levelled strip of material placed on a wall or floor as guide for the even application of plaster or concrete screen n a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing screen n a protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight blind screen n the display that is electronically created on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube screen n a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something cover,covert,concealment screen v test or examine for the presence of disease or infection test screen v examine methodically screen v examine in order to test suitability sieve,sort screen v project onto a screen for viewing screener n a guard at an airport who checks passengers or their luggage at a security checkpoint screening n the display of a motion picture showing,viewing screening n fabric of metal or plastic mesh screening n the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it cover,covering,masking screening n testing objects or persons in order to identify those with particular characteristics screenplay n a script for a film including dialogue and descriptions of characters and sets screenwriter n someone who writes screenplays screw n someone who guards prisoners jailer,turnkey screw n a simple machine of the inclined-plane type consisting of a spirally threaded cylindrical rod that engages with a similarly threaded hole screw n a propeller with several angled blades that rotates to push against water or air screw n a fastener with a tapered threaded shank and a slotted head screw v have sexual intercourse with love,know,fuck,jazz,eff,hump,bed,bang screw v turn like a screw screw v cause to penetrate, as with a circular motion screw v tighten or fasten by means of screwing motions screwball n a whimsically eccentric person crackpot,crank,nut,fruitcake screwball n a pitch with reverse spin that curves toward the side of the plate from which it was thrown screwball adj foolish; totally unsound crazy screwdriver n a hand tool for driving screws; has a tip that fits into the head of a screw screwdriver n a cocktail made with vodka and orange juice screwing n slang for sexual intercourse fuck,fucking,screw,ass,shag,shtup screwy adj not behaving normally scribble n poor handwriting scratch,scrawl scribble n an aimless drawing scrabble,doodle scribble v write down quickly without much attention to detail scrabble scribble v write carelessly scrawl scribbler n informal terms for journalists scribe,penman scribbler n a writer whose handwriting is careless and hard to read scribe n French playwright (1791-1861) scribe n informal terms for journalists scribbler,penman scribe n someone employed to make written copies of documents and manuscripts scrivener scribe n a sharp-pointed awl for marking wood or metal to be cut scriber scribe v score a line on with a pointed instrument, as in metalworking scriber n a sharp-pointed awl for marking wood or metal to be cut scribe scrim n a firm open-weave fabric used for a curtain in the theater scrimmage n (American football) practice play between a football team's squads scrimmage n a noisy riotous fight melee scrimmage v practice playing (a sport) scrimp v subsist on a meager allowance stint,skimp scrimshaw n a carving (or engraving) on whalebone, whale ivory, walrus tusk, etc., usually by American whalers scrip n a certificate whose value is recognized by the payer and payee; scrip is not currency but may be convertible into currency scripps n United States newspaper publisher who founded an important press association; half-brother of James Edmund Scripps (1854-1926) scripps n United States newspaper publisher and half-brother of Edward Wyllis Scripps (1835-1908) script n a written version of a play or other dramatic composition; used in preparing for a performance book script n something written by hand handwriting,hand script n a particular orthography or writing system script v write a script for scripted adj written as for a film or play or broadcast written scriptural adj of or pertaining to or contained in or in accordance with the Bible biblical scriptural adj written or relating to writing scripture n the sacred writings of the Christian religions bible,book,word scripture n any writing that is regarded as sacred by a religious group scriptwriter n someone who writes scripts for plays or movies or broadcast dramas scrivener n someone employed to make written copies of documents and manuscripts scribe scrod n flesh of young Atlantic cod weighing up to 2 pounds; also young haddock and pollock; often broiled scrod n young Atlantic cod or haddock especially one split and boned for cooking scrofula n a form of tuberculosis characterized by swellings of the lymphatic glands scrofulous adj afflicted with scrofula scrofulous adj morally contaminated scrofulous adj having a diseased appearance resembling scrofula scroll n a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals) coil,whorl,roll,curl,curlicue,ringlet,gyre scroll n a document that can be rolled up (as for storage) roll scroll v move through text or graphics in order to display parts that do not fit on the screen scrooge n a selfish person who is unwilling to give or spend skinflint,churl scrotal adj relating to or having or lying within a scrotum scrotum n the external pouch that contains the testes scrounge v collect or look around for (food) forage scrounge v obtain or seek to obtain by cadging or wheedling cadge scrub n dense vegetation consisting of stunted trees or bushes chaparral,bush scrub n the act of cleaning a surface by rubbing it with a brush and soap and water scrubbing,scouring scrub v clean with hard rubbing scour scrub v wash thoroughly scrub v postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled cancel,scratch scrub adj (of domestic animals) not selectively bred scrubbed adj made clean by scrubbing scrubber n a worker who uses a scrub brush to clean a surface (usually a floor or deck) scrubber n a brush with short stiff bristles for heavy cleaning scrubber n a purifier that removes impurities from a gas scrubbing n the act of cleaning a surface by rubbing it with a brush and soap and water scrub,scouring scrubby adj sparsely covered with stunted trees or vegetation and underbrush scrubby adj inferior in size or quality scrawny,stunted scruff n the back side of the neck nape,nucha scruffy adj shabby and untidy seedy scrum n (rugby) the method of beginning play in which the forwards of each team crouch side by side with locked arms; play starts when the ball is t scrumptious adj extremely pleasing to the sense of taste delectable,delicious,luscious,toothsome,yummy scrunch n a crunching noise scrunch v make a noise typical of an engine lacking lubricants crump,thud scrunch v sit on one's heels squat,crouch,hunker scrunch v make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in; `crisp' is archaic wrinkle,ruckle,crease,crinkle,crisp scruple n a unit of apothecary weight equal to 20 grains scruple n uneasiness about the fitness of an action qualm,misgiving scruple n an ethical or moral principle that inhibits action scruple v hesitate on moral grounds scruple v raise scruples scruple v have doubts about scruples n motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions conscience scrupulous adj having scruples; arising from a sense of right and wrong; principled unscrupulous scrupulous adj characterized by extreme care and great effort conscientious,painstaking scrupulously adv with extreme conscientiousness conscientiously,religiously scrutinize v to look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail scrutinize v examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification audit,inspect scrutiny n the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes) examination scrutiny n a prolonged intense look scry v divine by gazing into crystals scuba n a device (trade name Aqua-Lung) that lets divers breathe under water; scuba is an acronym for self-contained underwater breathing apparatus scud n the act of moving along swiftly (as before a gale) scud v run or move very quickly or hastily dart,dash,scoot,flash,shoot scud v run before a gale rack scuff n a slipper that has no fitting around the heel mule scuff n the act of scuffing (scraping or dragging the feet) scuff v walk without lifting the feet drag scuff v get or become scuffed scuff v mar by scuffing scuff v poke at with the foot or toe scuffle n disorderly fighting hassle,tussle,dogfight scuffle n a hoe that is used by pushing rather than pulling scuffle n an unceremonious and disorganized struggle scramble scuffle v walk by dragging one's feet shuffle,shamble scuffle v fight or struggle in a confused way at close quarters tussle scull n a long oar that is mounted at the stern of a boat and moved left and right to propel the boat forward scull n each of a pair of short oars that are used by a single oarsman scull n a racing shell that is propelled by sculls scull v propel with sculls scullery n a small room (in large old British houses) next to the kitchen; where kitchen utensils are cleaned and kept and other rough household jobs a scullion n a kitchen servant employed to do menial tasks (especially washing) sculpt v create by shaping stone or wood or any other hard material sculpture sculpt v shape (a material like stone or wood) by whittling away at it sculpture,grave sculpted adj cut into a desired shape graven,sculptured sculptor n an artist who creates sculptures carver sculptor n a faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near Phoenix and Cetus sculptural adj relating to or consisting of sculpture sculptural adj resembling sculpture modeled,sculptured sculpture n a three-dimensional work of plastic art sculpture n creating figures or designs in three dimensions carving sculpture v create by shaping stone or wood or any other hard material sculpt sculpture v shape (a material like stone or wood) by whittling away at it sculpt,grave sculptured adj cut into a desired shape graven,sculpted sculptured adj resembling sculpture modeled,sculptural scum n worthless people trash scum n a film of impurities or vegetation that can form on the surface of a liquid scum v remove the scum from scumble n the application of very thin coat of color over the surface of a picture scupper n drain that allows water on the deck of a vessel to flow overboard scupper v wait in hiding to attack ambush,bushwhack,waylay,lurk scupper v put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position queer,expose,endanger,peril scuppernong n amber-green muscadine grape of southeastern United States scurf n (botany) a covering that resembles scales or bran that covers some plant parts scurf n a thin flake of dead epidermis shed from the surface of the skin scale,exfoliation scurrilous adj expressing offensive reproach abusive scurry n rushing about hastily in an undignified way scamper,scramble scurry v to move about or proceed hurriedly scamper,skitter,scuttle scurrying adj moving with great haste hurrying scurvy n a condition caused by deficiency of ascorbic acid (vitamin C) scurvy adj of the most contemptible kind abject,low,miserable scut n a short erect tail scute n large bony or horny plate as on an armadillo or turtle or the underside of a snake scuttle n container for coal; shaped to permit pouring the coal onto the fire scuttle n an entrance equipped with a hatch; especially a passageway between decks of a ship hatchway,opening scuttle v to move about or proceed hurriedly scurry,scamper,skitter scuttlebutt n a report (often malicious) about the behavior of other people gossip,comment scylla n (Greek mythology) a sea nymph transformed into a sea monster who lived on one side of a narrow strait; drowned and devoured sailors who trie scythe n an edge tool for cutting grass; has a long handle that must be held with both hands and a curved blade that moves parallel to the ground scythe v cut with a scythe scythian n a member of the ancient nomadic people inhabiting Scythia scythian n the Iranian language spoken by the ancient Scythians scythian adj of or relating to the ancient Scythians or their culture or language se n a toxic nonmetallic element related to sulfur and tellurium; occurs in several allotropic forms; a stable grey metallike allotrope conducts selenium se n the compass point midway between south and east; at 135 degrees southeast sea n a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land sea n anything apparently limitless in quantity or volume ocean sea n turbulent water with swells of considerable size seabed n the bottom of a sea or ocean seabird n a bird that frequents coastal waters and the open ocean: gulls; pelicans; gannets; cormorants; albatrosses; petrels; etc. seaboard n the shore of a sea or ocean regarded as a resort seaside seacoast n the shore of a sea or ocean seashore,coast seafarer n a man who serves as a sailor mariner,seaman,tar,jack,gob seafood n edible fish (broadly including freshwater fish) or shellfish or roe etc seagoing adj used on the high seas seagrass n any of various seaweeds that grow underwater in shallow beds seagull n mostly white aquatic bird having long pointed wings and short legs gull seal n fastener consisting of a resinous composition that is plastic when warm; used for sealing documents and parcels and letters seal n a device incised to make an impression; used to secure a closing or to authenticate documents stamp seal n the pelt or fur (especially the underfur) of a seal sealskin seal n a member of a Naval Special Warfare unit who is trained for unconventional warfare seal v make tight; secure against leakage seal v close with or as if with a seal unseal seal v decide irrevocably seal v affix a seal to sealant n a kind of sealing material that is used to form a hard coating on a porous surface (as a coat of paint or varnish used to size a surface) sealer sealed adj established irrevocably certain unsealed sealed adj closed or secured with or as if with a seal unsealed sealed adj undisclosed for the time being sealed adj determined irrevocably sealer n a kind of sealing material that is used to form a hard coating on a porous surface (as a coat of paint or varnish used to size a surface) sealant sealer n an official who affixes a seal to a document sealing n the act of treating something to make it repel water waterproofing sealskin n the pelt or fur (especially the underfur) of a seal seal sealskin n a garment (as a jacket or coat or robe) made of sealskin seam n joint consisting of a line formed by joining two pieces seam n a slight depression or fold in the smoothness of a surface wrinkle,furrow,crease,crinkle,line seam n a stratum of ore or coal thick enough to be mined with profit bed seam v put together with a seam seaman n a man who serves as a sailor mariner,tar,jack,seafarer,gob seaman n muckraking United States journalist who exposed bad conditions in mental institutions (1867-1922) seamless adj not having or joined by a seam or seams seamless adj smooth, especially of skin unlined seamless adj perfectly consistent and coherent seamster n a person whose occupation is making and altering garments tailor,sartor seamstress n someone who makes or mends dresses dressmaker seamy adj showing a seam seamy adj morally degraded seedy,sleazy,sordid,squalid seance n a meeting of spiritualists sitting,session seaplane n an airplane that can land on or take off from water hydroplane seaplane v glide on the water in a hydroplane hydroplane seaport n a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo haven,harbor,harbour seaquake n an earthquake at the sea bed sear v make very hot and dry scorch sear v become superficially burned scorch,singe sear v burn slightly and superficially so as to affect color char,blacken,scorch sear v cause to wither or parch from exposure to heat parch sear adj (used especially of vegetation) having lost all moisture sere,shriveled,withered search n the activity of looking thoroughly in order to find something or someone hunt,hunting search n an investigation seeking answers search n an operation that determines whether one or more of a set of items has a specified property lookup search n the examination of alternative hypotheses search v try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of seek search v search or seek look search v inquire into research,explore search v subject to a search searcher n someone making a search or inquiry seeker searcher n a customs official whose job is to search baggage or goods or vehicles for contraband or dutiable items searcher n large metallic blue-green beetle that preys on caterpillars; found in North America searching adj diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation probing searching adj having keenness and forcefulness and penetration in thought, expression, or intellect trenchant searching adj exploring thoroughly searchlight n a light source with reflectors that projects a beam of light in a particular direction seared adj having the surface burned quickly with intense heat searing adj severely critical seascape n a view of the sea seascape n a painting of the sea (as distinguished from a landscape) seashell n the shell of a marine organism seashore n the shore of a sea or ocean coast,seacoast seasick adj experiencing motion sickness carsick seasickness n motion sickness experienced while traveling on water seaside n the shore of a sea or ocean regarded as a resort seaboard season n a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field season n one of the natural periods into which the year is divided by the equinoxes and solstices or atmospheric conditions season n a recurrent time marked by major holidays season v lend flavor to flavor season v make fit harden season v make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else temper,mollify,moderate seasonable adj in keeping with the season seasonable adj done or happening at the appropriate or proper time timely seasonal n a worker who finds employment only in certain seasons seasonal adj occurring at or dependent on a particular season seasonally adv depending on the season seasoned adj aged or processed seasoned adj rendered competent through trial and experience veteran seasoning n something added to food primarily for the savor it imparts flavoring seasoning n the act of adding a seasoning to food seat n a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane) place seat n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,bum,buns,can,fundament seat n furniture that is designed for sitting on seat n any support where you can sit (especially the part of a chair or bench etc. on which you sit) seat v show to a seat; assign a seat for sit seat v be able to seat seat v place ceremoniously or formally in an office or position induct,invest seat v put a seat on a chair seatbelt n a safety belt used in a car or plane to hold you in your seat in case of an accident seated adj (of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks sitting standing seating n an area that includes places where several people can sit seats seating n the service of ushering people to their seats seats n an area that includes places where several people can sit seating seattle n a major port of entry and the largest city in Washington; located in west central Washington on the protected waters of Puget Sound with the seaward n the direction toward the sea seaward adj (of winds) coming from the land offshore seaward adj directed or situated away from inland regions and toward the sea or coast seaward adv in the direction of the sea seawater n water containing salts saltwater,brine seaway n a lane at sea that is a regularly used route for vessels seaweed n plant growing in the sea, especially marine algae seaworthy adj fit for a sea voyage sebaceous adj containing an unusual amount of grease or oil greasy,oily,oleaginous sebum n the oily secretion of the sebaceous glands; with perspiration it moistens and protects the skin sec n 1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites second,s sec n ratio of the hypotenuse to the adjacent side of a right-angled triangle secant sec n an independent federal agency that oversees the exchange of securities to protect investors sec adj (of champagne) moderately dry secant n a straight line that intersects a curve at two or more points secant n ratio of the hypotenuse to the adjacent side of a right-angled triangle sec secateurs n small pruning shears with a spring that holds the handles open and a single blade that closes against a flat surface secede v withdraw from an organization or communion splinter secern v mark as different distinguish,separate,differentiate,tell secession n an Austrian school of art and architecture parallel to the French art nouveau in the 1890s secession n the withdrawal of eleven southern states from the Union in 1860 which precipitated the American Civil War secession n formal separation from an alliance or federation withdrawal secessionist n an advocate of secessionism seckel n small yellowish- to reddish-brown pear seclude v keep away from others sequester,withdraw secluded adj hidden from general view or use privy,secret secluded adj providing privacy or seclusion cloistered,reclusive,sequestered seclusion n the quality of being secluded from the presence or view of others privacy seclusion n the act of secluding yourself from others second n 1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites sec,s second n an indefinitely short time moment,mo,minute,bit second n the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed near the second of the bases in the infield second n a particular point in time moment,minute,instant second v give support or one's approval to back,endorse second v transfer an employee to a different, temporary assignment second adj coming next after the first in position in space or time or degree or magnitude second adj a part or voice or instrument or orchestra section lower in pitch than or subordinate to the first first second adv in the second place secondly secondarily adv of secondary import primarily secondary n the defensive football players who line up behind the linemen secondary n coil such that current is induced in it by passing a current through the primary coil secondary adj being of second rank or importance or value; not direct or immediate primary secondary adj inferior in rank or status lowly,petty,subaltern secondary adj depending on or incidental to what is original or primary secondary adj not of major importance secondhand adj derived from what is primary or original; not firsthand secondhand adj previously used or owned by another used secondhand adv by indirect means secondly adv in the second place second secondment n a speech seconding a motion second,endorsement secondment n the detachment of a person from their regular organization for temporary assignment elsewhere secrecy n the trait of keeping things secret secretiveness,silence secrecy n the condition of being concealed or hidden privacy,concealment secret n something that should remain hidden from others (especially information that is not to be passed on) secret n information known only to a special group arcanum secret n something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained mystery,enigma secret adj not open or public; kept private or not revealed secret adj conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods clandestine,surreptitious,undercover,underground secret adj not openly made known secret adj communicated covertly secretarial adj of or relating to a secretary or to a secretary's work secretariat n an administrative unit responsible for maintaining records and other secretarial duties; especially for international organizations secretariat n thoroughbred that won the triple crown in 1973 secretary n a person who is head of an administrative department of government secretary n an assistant who handles correspondence and clerical work for a boss or an organization secretary n a person to whom a secret is entrusted repository secretary n a desk used for writing secrete v generate and separate from cells or bodily fluids release secrete v place out of sight; keep secret secretion n the organic process of synthesizing and releasing some substance secretion n a functionally specialized substance (especially one that is not a waste) released from a gland or cell secretive adj inclined to secrecy or reticence about divulging information close secretiveness n characterized by a lack of openness (especially about one's actions or purposes) closeness secretiveness n the trait of keeping things secret secrecy,silence secretly adv in secrecy; not openly secretly adv not openly; inwardly sect n a subdivision of a larger religious group sect n a dissenting clique faction sectarian n a member of a sect sectarian adj of or relating to or characteristic of a sect or sects sectarian adj belonging to or characteristic of a sect nonsectarian sectarianism n a narrow-minded adherence to a particular sect or party or denomination section n a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical) subdivision section n a very thin slice (of tissue or mineral or other substance) for examination under a microscope section n a distinct region or subdivision of a territorial or political area or community or group of people section n one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object segment section v divide into segments segment sectional n a piece of furniture made up of sections that can be arranged individually or together sectional adj relating to or based upon a section (i.e. as if cut through by an intersecting plane) sectional adj consisting of or divided into sections sectioned sectional adj related or limited to a distinct region or subdivision of a territory or community or group of people sectioned adj consisting of or divided into sections sectional sector n a plane figure bounded by two radii and the included arc of a circle sector n a social group that forms part of the society or the economy sector n a particular aspect of life or activity sphere sector n the minimum track length that can be assigned to store information; unless otherwise specified a sector of data consists of 512 bytes secular n someone who is not a clergyman or a professional person layman secular adj of or relating to the doctrine that rejects religion and religious considerations secular adj characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world worldly,temporal secular adj not concerned with or devoted to religion profane secular adj of or relating to clergy not bound by monastic vows religious secularism n a doctrine that rejects religion and religious considerations secularist n an advocate of secularism; someone who believes that religion should be excluded from government and education secure v get by special effort procure secure v cause to be firmly attached fasten,fix secure v assure payment of secure v make certain of guarantee,ensure,insure,assure secure adj free from fear or doubt; easy in mind unafraid,untroubled insecure secure adj free from danger or risk insecure secure adj not likely to fail or give way insecure secure adj immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with impregnable,inviolable,strong,unassailable securely adv in a secure manner; in a manner free from danger firmly securely adv in a confident and unselfconscious manner securely adv in a manner free from fear or risk securely adv in an invulnerable manner security n the state of being free from danger or injury insecurity security n defense against financial failure; financial independence protection security n freedom from anxiety or fear security n a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends certificate sedan n a car that is closed and that has front and rear seats and two or four doors saloon sedan n a closed litter for one passenger sedate v cause to be calm or quiet as by administering a sedative to calm,tranquilize stimulate sedate adj characterized by dignity and propriety staid sedate adj dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises grave,sober,solemn sedately adv in a sedate manner calmly sedation n a state of reduced excitement or anxiety that is induced by the administrative of a sedative agent sedation n the administration of a sedative agent or drug drugging sedative n a drug that reduces excitability and calms a person depressant,downer sedative adj tending to soothe or tranquilize tranquilizing sedentary adj requiring sitting or little activity seder n (Judaism) the ceremonial dinner on the first night (or both nights) of Passover sedge n grasslike or rushlike plant growing in wet places having solid stems, narrow grasslike leaves and spikelets of inconspicuous flowers sediment n matter that has been deposited by some natural process deposit sediment v deposit as a sediment sediment v settle as sediment sedimentary adj resembling or containing or formed by the accumulation of sediment sedimentary adj produced by the action of water aqueous sedimentation n the phenomenon of sediment or gravel accumulating deposit sedition n an illegal action inciting resistance to lawful authority and tending to cause the disruption or overthrow of the government seditious adj arousing to action or rebellion incendiary,inflammatory seditious adj in opposition to a civil authority or government insurgent,subversive seduce v induce to have sex score,make seduce v lure or entice away from duty, principles, or proper conduct seducer n a bad person who entices others into error or wrongdoing seducer n a man who takes advantage of women seduction n enticing someone astray from right behavior seduction n an act of winning the love or sexual favor of someone conquest seductive adj tending to entice into a desired action or state seductively adv in a tempting seductive manner sedulous adj marked by care and persistent effort assiduous sedum n any of various plants of the genus Sedum see n the seat within a bishop's diocese where his cathedral is located see v perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight see v perceive (an idea or situation) mentally understand,realize,realise see v perceive or be contemporaneous with witness,find see v imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind visualize,envision,project,fancy,figure,picture,image seeable adj capable of being 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dealer in seeds seedtime n any time of new development seedtime n the time during which seeds should be planted seedy adj full of seeds seedless seedy adj shabby and untidy scruffy seedy adj somewhat ill or prone to illness ailing,peaked,poorly,sickly,unwell seedy adj morally degraded seamy,sleazy,sordid,squalid seeger n United States folk singer who was largely responsible for the interest in folk music in the 1960s (born in 1919) seeger n United States poet killed in World War I (1888-1916) seeing n perception by means of the eyes beholding seeing n normal use of the faculty of vision eyesight seeing adj having vision, not blind seek n the movement of a read/write head to a specific data track on a disk seek v try to get or reach seek v try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of search seek v make an effort or attempt try,attempt,essay,assay seek v go to or towards seeker n someone making a search or inquiry searcher seeker n a missile equipped with a device that is attracted toward some kind of emission (heat or light or sound or radio waves) seeking n the act of searching for something quest seeking n an attempt to acquire or gain something seel v sew up the eyelids of hawks and falcons seem v give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect look,appear seem v seem to be true, probable, or apparent appear seem v appear to exist seem v appear to one's own mind or opinion seeming adj appearing as such but not necessarily so apparent,ostensible seemingly adv from appearances alone apparently,ostensibly seep v pass gradually or leak through or as if through small openings ooze seepage n the process of seeping ooze,oozing seeping adj leaking out slowly oozing seer n a person with unusual powers of foresight visionary,illusionist seer n an observer who perceives visually seer n an authoritative person who divines the future prophet,oracle seersucker n a light puckered fabric (usually striped) seesaw n a plaything consisting of a board balanced on a fulcrum; the board is ridden up and down by children at either end teeter seesaw v ride on a plank seesaw v move up and down as if on a seesaw seesaw v move unsteadily, with a rocking motion teeter,totter seethe v be noisy with activity hum,buzz seethe v be in an agitated emotional state boil seethe v foam as if boiling seethe v boil vigorously roll seething adj in constant agitation segal n United States sculptor (born in 1924) segment n one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object section segment n one of the parts into which something naturally divides segment v divide into segments section segment v divide or split up segmentation n (embryology) the repeated division of a fertilised ovum cleavage segmentation n the act of dividing or partitioning; separation by the creation of a boundary that divides or keeps apart division,partition,partitioning segmented adj having the body divided into successive metameres or segments, as in earthworms or lobsters segregate n someone who is or has been segregated segregate v separate by race or religion; practice a policy of racial segregation segregate v divide from the main body or mass and collect segregate v separate or isolate (one thing) from another and place in a group apart from others segregated adj separated or isolated from others or a main group integrated segregation n (genetics) the separation of paired alleles during meiosis so that members of each pair of alleles appear in different gametes segregation n a social system that provides separate facilities for minority groups separatism segregation n the act of segregating or sequestering sequestration integration segregationist n someone who believes the racial groups should be kept apart segue n the act of changing smoothly from one state or situation to another segue v proceed without interruption; in music or talk seiche n a wave on the surface of a lake or landlocked bay; caused by atmospheric or seismic disturbances seidel n a glass for beer seignior n a man of rank in the ancient regime seigniorage n charged by a government for coining bullion seine n a French river that flows through the heart of Paris and then northward into the English Channel seine n a large fishnet that hangs vertically, with floats at the top and weights at the bottom seine v fish with a seine; catch fish with a seine seism n shaking and vibration at the surface of the earth resulting from underground movement along a fault plane or from volcanic activity earthquake,quake,temblor seismic adj subject to or caused by an earthquake or earth vibration seismological adj of or concerned with seismology seismologist n a geophysicist who studies earthquakes and the mechanical characteristics of the Earth seismology n the branch of geology that studies earthquakes seize v take hold of; grab clutch seize v take or capture by force seize v take possession of by force, as after an invasion appropriate,capture,conquer seize v take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority impound,attach,sequester,confiscate seizer n a kidnapper who drugs men and takes them for compulsory service aboard a ship seizing n small stuff that is used for lashing two or more ropes together seizing n the act of gripping something firmly with the hands (or the tentacles) grasping seizure n a sudden occurrence (or recurrence) of a disease seizure n the act of forcibly dispossessing an owner of property capture seizure n the act of taking of a person by force capture seizure n the taking possession of something by legal process seldom adv not often rarely select v pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives choose,take select adj of superior grade choice,prime,prize,quality select adj selected or chosen for special qualifications selected adj chosen in preference to another selection n the act of choosing or selecting choice,option,pick selection n an assortment of things from which a choice can be made selection n the person or thing chosen or selected choice,pick selection n a natural process resulting in the evolution of organisms best adapted to the environment survival selective adj tending to select; characterized by careful choice selective adj characterized by very careful or fastidious selection selectively adv by selection; in a selective manner selectivity n the property of being selective selene n (Greek mythology) goddess of the Moon in ancient mythology; identified with Roman Luna selene n a genus of Carangidae selenium n a toxic nonmetallic element related to sulfur and tellurium; occurs in several allotropic forms; a stable grey metallike allotrope conducts se seles n United States tennis player (born in Yugoslavia in 1973) self n your consciousness of your own identity ego self n a person considered as a unique individual self adj (used as a combining form) relating to--of or by or to or from or for--the self selfish adj concerned chiefly or only with yourself and your advantage to the exclusion of others selfishness n stinginess resulting from a concern for your own welfare and a disregard of others selfless adj showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others altruistic selflessness n the quality of unselfish concern for the welfare of others altruism selflessness n acting with less concern for yourself than for the success of the joint activity selfsame adj being the exact same one; not any other: identical,very seljuk n any one of the Turkish dynasties that ruled Asia Minor from the 11th to the 13th centuries; they successfully invaded Byzantium and defended seljuk adj of or relating to the Seljuks sell n the activity of persuading someone to buy sell v exchange or deliver for money or its equivalent buy sell v be sold at a certain price or in a certain way sell v persuade somebody to accept something sell v do business; offer for sale as for one's livelihood deal,trade sellable adj fit to be offered for sale marketable seller n someone who promotes or exchanges goods or services for money marketer,vendor,trafficker sellers n English comic actor (1925-1980) selling n the exchange of goods for an agreed sum of money merchandising,marketing sellout n someone who has sold out sellout n an event for which all tickets are sold sellout n the selling of an entire stock of something sellout n a betrayal of one's principles principles, country, cause, etc. selma n a town in central Alabama on the Alabama river; in 1965 it was the center of a drive to register Black voters seltzer n naturally effervescent mineral water seltzer n effervescent beverage artificially charged with carbon dioxide selva n a rain forest in a tropical area selvage n border consisting of an ornamental fringe at either end of an oriental carpet selvage n the edge of a fabric that is woven so that it will not ravel or fray semantic adj of or relating to meaning or the study of meaning semantics n the study of language meaning semantics n the meaning of a 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loading and firing continuously semiautomatic adj partially automatic semiautomatic adj (of firearms) capable of automatic loading and firing continuously semicentennial n the 50th anniversary (or the celebration of it) semicentennial adj of or relating to or marking the 50th anniversary semicircular adj curved into a half circle semicolon n a punctuation mark (`;') used to connect independent clauses; indicates a closer relation than does a period semiconductor n a substance as germanium or silicon whose electrical conductivity is intermediate between that of a metal and an insulator; its conductivity semiconductor n a conductor made with semiconducting material semifinal n one of the two competitions in the next to the last round of an elimination tournament semi semifinalist n one of four competitors remaining in a tournament by elimination semiformal adj moderately formal; requiring a dinner jacket seminal adj pertaining to or containing or consisting of semen seminal adj containing seeds of later development germinal seminar n any meeting for an exchange of ideas seminar n a course offered for a small group of advanced students seminarian n a student at a seminary (especially a Roman Catholic seminary) seminary n a private place of education for the young seminary n a theological school for training ministers or priests or rabbis seminole n a member of the Muskhogean people who moved into Florida in the 18th century seminole n the Muskhogean language of the Seminole semiotic adj of or relating to semiotics semiotics n (philosophy) a philosophical theory of the functions of signs and symbols semipermanent adj relating to or extending over a relatively long time semiprecious adj used of gemstones having less commercial value than precious stones semite n a member of a group of Semitic-speaking peoples of the Middle East and northern Africa semite adj of or relating to or characteristic of Semites semitic semitic n a major branch of the Afro-Asiatic language family semitic adj of or relating to the group of Semitic languages semitic adj of or relating to or characteristic of Semites semite semitone n the musical interval between adjacent keys on a keyboard instrument semitrailer n a trailer having wheels only in the rear; the front is supported by the towing vehicle semi semitropical adj of or relating to or characteristic of conditions in the subtropics semolina n milled product of durum wheat (or other hard wheat) used in pasta sen n a fractional monetary unit of Japan and Indonesia and Cambodia; equal to one hundredth of a yen or rupiah or riel senate n assembly possessing high legislative powers senate n the upper house of the United States Congress senator n a member of a senate senatorial adj of or relating to senators send v cause to go somewhere direct send v to cause or order to be taken, directed, or transmitted to another place send v cause to be directed or transmitted to another place mail,post send v transport commercially transport,ship sender n someone who transmits a message transmitter sender n set used to broadcast radio or tv signals transmitter sending n the act of causing something to go (especially messages) seneca n Roman statesman and philosopher who was an advisor to Nero; his nine extant tragedies are modeled on Greek tragedies (circa 4 BC - 65 AD) seneca n a member of the Iroquoian people formerly living in New York State south of Lake Ontario seneca n the Iroquoian language spoken by the Seneca senegal n a republic in northwestern Africa on the coast of the Atlantic; formerly a French colony but achieved independence in 1960 senegalese n a native or inhabitant of Senegal senegalese adj of or relating to or characteristic of Senegal or its people senesce v grow old or older age,mature senescence n the organic process of growing older and showing the effects of increasing age aging senescence n the property characteristic of old age seneschal n the chief steward or butler of a great household senhor n a Portuguese title of respect; equivalent to English `Mr' senile adj mentally or physically infirm with age doddering,gaga senility n mental infirmity as a consequence of old age; sometimes shown by foolish infatuations dotage senility n the state of being senile senior n an undergraduate student during the year preceding graduation senior n a person who is older than you are elder senior adj older; higher in rank; longer in length of tenure or service junior senior adj used of the fourth and final year in United States high school or college senior adj advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables) aged,elderly,older seniority n higher rank than that of others especially by reason of longer service seniority n the property of being long-lived longevity senna n any of various plants of the genus Senna having pinnately compound leaves and showy usually yellow flowers; many are used medicinally senor n a Spanish title or form of address for a man; similar to the English `Mr' or `sir' senora n a Spanish title or form of address for a married woman; similar to the English `Mrs' or `madam' sens n street names for marijuana pot,grass,dope,weed,gage,smoke,skunk sensation n an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation sensation n someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field ace,adept,champion,virtuoso,genius,hotshot,star,superstar sensation n a general feeling of excitement and heightened interest sensation n a state of widespread public excitement and interest sensational adj causing intense interest, curiosity, or emotion sensational adj commanding attention arresting,stunning sensational adj relating to or concerned in sensation sensory sensationalism n subject matter that is calculated to excite and please vulgar tastes sensationalism n the journalistic use of subject matter that appeals to vulgar tastes sensationalism n (philosophy) the ethical doctrine that feeling is the only criterion for what is good sensationalism n (philosophy) the doctrine that knowledge derives from experience empiricism sensationalist n someone who uses exaggerated or lurid material in order to gain public attention sensationalistic adj typical of tabloids yellow sensationally adv in a sensational manner sense n a general conscious awareness sense n the meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted signified sense n the faculty through which the external world is apprehended sensation,sentience sense n sound practical judgment gumption sense v perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles feel sense v detect some circumstance or entity automatically sense v become aware of not through the senses but instinctively smell sense v comprehend sensed adj detected by instinct or inference rather than by recognized perceptual cues perceived senseless adj not marked by the use of reason mindless senseless adj unresponsive to stimulation insensible senseless adj serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being otiose,pointless,purposeless,superfluous,wasted senseless adj (of especially persons) lacking sense or understanding or judgment witless sensibility n mental responsiveness and awareness aesthesia sensibility n refined sensitivity to pleasurable or painful impressions sensibility n (physiology) responsiveness to external stimuli; the faculty of sensation sensitivity,sensitiveness sensible adj showing reason or sound judgment reasonable sensible adj able to feel or perceive sensitive insensible sensible adj readily perceived by the senses sensible adj aware intuitively or intellectually of something sensed sensibly adv with good sense or in a reasonable or intelligent manner reasonably sensing n the perception that something has occurred or some state exists detection sensing n becoming aware of something via the senses perception sensitive n someone who serves as an intermediary between the living and the dead medium,spiritualist sensitive adj responsive to physical stimuli insensitive sensitive adj being susceptible to the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others insensitive sensitive adj able to feel or perceive sensible sensitive adj hurting sore,raw,tender sensitively adv in a sensitive manner sensitiveness n sensitivity to emotional feelings (of self and others) sensitivity sensitiveness n (physiology) responsiveness to external stimuli; the faculty of sensation sensitivity,sensibility sensitiveness n the ability to respond to physical stimuli or to register small physical amounts or differences sensitivity sensitiveness n the ability to respond to affective changes in your interpersonal environment sensitivity sensitivity n (physiology) responsiveness to external stimuli; the faculty of sensation sensitiveness,sensibility sensitivity n the ability to respond to physical stimuli or to register small physical amounts or differences sensitiveness sensitivity n sensitivity to emotional feelings (of self and others) sensitiveness sensitivity n susceptibility to a pathogen predisposition sensitize v make sensitive or aware desensitize sensitize v cause to sense; make sensitive desensitize sensitize v make sensitive to a drug or allergen sensitize v make (a material) sensitive to light, often of a particular colour, by coating it with a photographic emulsion sensitized adj having an allergy or peculiar or excessive susceptibility (especially to a specific factor) allergic,hypersensitive sensor n any device that receives a signal or stimulus (as heat or pressure or light or motion etc.) and responds to it in a distinctive manner detector sensory adj of a nerve fiber or impulse originating outside and passing toward the central nervous system receptive sensory adj involving or derived from the senses extrasensory sensory adj relating to or concerned in sensation sensational sensual adj marked by the appetites and passions of the body animal,carnal sensual adj sexually exciting or gratifying sultry sensuality n desire for sensual pleasures sensuous adj taking delight in beauty sent n 100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia sent adj caused or enabled to go or be conveyed or transmitted sentence n a string of words satisfying the grammatical rules of a language sentence n (criminal law) a final judgment of guilty in a criminal case and the punishment that is imposed conviction,condemnation sentence n the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned time sentence v pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law condemn,doom sentience n state of elementary or undifferentiated consciousness awareness sentience n the faculty through which the external world is apprehended sense,sensation sentience n the readiness to perceive sensations; elementary or undifferentiated consciousness sentient adj endowed with feeling and unstructured consciousness animate sentient adj consciously perceiving sentiment n tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion sentiment n a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty opinion,persuasion,view,thought sentimental adj given to or marked by sentiment or sentimentality sentimental adj effusively or insincerely emotional hokey,maudlin,mawkish,mushy,sappy,soppy,soupy sentimentality n falsely emotional in a maudlin way sloppiness sentimentality n extravagant or affected feeling or emotion sentinel n a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event lookout,sentry,watch,spotter,scout,picket sentry n a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event lookout,sentinel,watch,spotter,scout,picket seoul n the capital of South Korea and the largest city of Asia; located in northwestern South Korea sepal n one of the green parts that form the calyx of a flower separate n a separately printed article that originally appeared in a larger publication reprint separate n a garment that can be purchased separately and worn in combinations with other garments separate v act as a barrier between; stand between divide separate v force, take, or pull apart divide,part separate v mark as different distinguish,differentiate,secern,tell separate v separate into parts or portions divide,split,dissever separate adj independent; not united or joint joint separate adj standing apart; not attached to or supported by anything freestanding separate adj separated according to race, sex, class, or religion separate adj have the connection undone; having become separate separated adj being or feeling set or kept apart from others detached,isolated separated adj spaced apart spaced separated adj separated at the joint disjointed,dislocated separated adj no longer connected or joined detached separately adv apart from others individually,singly,severally separateness n the state of being several and distinct distinctness separateness n political independence separateness n the quality of being not alike; being distinct or different from that otherwise experienced or known otherness,distinctness separation n the state of lacking unity union separation n coming apart breakup,detachment separation n the distance between things interval separation n sorting one thing from others separatism n a social system that provides separate facilities for minority groups segregation separatism n a disposition toward schism and secession from a larger group; the principles and practices of separatists separatism n advocacy of a policy of strict separation of church and state separatist n an advocate of secession or separation from a larger group (such as an established church or a national union) separatist adj having separated or advocating separation from another entity or policy or attitude breakaway separator n an apparatus that uses centrifugal force to separate particles from a suspension centrifuge,extractor sepia n a shade of brown with a tinge of red mahogany sepia n rich brown pigment prepared from the ink of cuttlefishes sepia n type genus of the Sepiidae seppuku n ritual suicide by self-disembowelment on a sword; practiced by samurai in the traditional Japanese society sepsis n the presence of pus-forming bacteria or their toxins in the blood or tissues sept n the month following August and preceding October september sept n people descended from a common ancestor family,folk septal adj of or relating to a septum september n the month following August and preceding October sept septic adj containing or resulting from disease-causing organisms infected antiseptic septic adj of or relating to or caused by putrefaction septuagenarian n someone whose age is in the seventies septum n (anatomy) a dividing partition between two tissues or cavities septum n a partition or wall especially in an ovary sepulcher n a chamber that is used as a grave sepulchre sepulchral adj of or relating to a sepulchre sepulchral adj gruesomely indicative of death or the dead ghastly sepulchral adj suited to or suggestive of a grave or burial sepulchre n a chamber that is used as a grave sepulcher sequel n something that follows something else subsequence sequel n a part added to a book or play that continues and extends it continuation sequence n serial arrangement in which things follow in logical order or a recurrent pattern sequence n a following of one thing after another in time succession sequence n film consisting of a succession of related shots that develop a given subject in a movie episode sequence n the action of following in order succession sequence v arrange in a sequence sequence v determine the order of constituents in sequent adj in regular succession without gaps consecutive,sequential,serial,successive sequent adj occurring with or following as a consequence attendant,consequent,accompanying,concomitant,incidental,resultant,collateral sequential adj in regular succession without gaps consecutive,sequent,serial,successive sequentially adv in a consecutive manner consecutive sequester v requisition forcibly, as of enemy property sequester v take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority impound,attach,confiscate,seize sequester v undergo sequestration by forming a stable compound with an ion sequester v keep away from others seclude,withdraw sequestered adj providing privacy or seclusion cloistered,reclusive,secluded sequestered adj kept separate and secluded sequestration n the act of segregating or sequestering segregation sequestration n the action of forming a chelate or other stable compound with an ion or atom or molecule so that it is no longer available for reactions sequestration n a writ that authorizes the seizure of property sequestration n seizing property that belongs to someone else and holding it until profits pay the demand for which it was seized requisition sequin n adornment consisting of a small piece of shiny material used to decorate clothing spangle sequined adj covered with beads or jewels or sequins beady,spangled sequoia n either of two huge coniferous California trees that reach a height of 300 feet; sometimes placed in the Taxodiaceae redwood seraph n an angel of the first order; usually portrayed as the winged head of a child serb n a member of a Slavic people who settled in Serbia and neighboring areas in the 6th and 7th centuries serbian serbia n a historical region in central and northern Yugoslavia; Serbs settled the region in the 6th and 7th centuries serbian n a member of a Slavic people who settled in Serbia and neighboring areas in the 6th and 7th centuries serb serbian adj of or relating to the people or language or culture of the region of Serbia sere adj (used especially of vegetation) having lost all moisture sear,shriveled,withered serenade n a musical composition in several movements; has no fixed form serenade n a song characteristically played outside the house of a woman serenade v sing and play for somebody serendipity n good luck in making unexpected and fortunate discoveries serene adj not agitated; without losing self-possession calm,tranquil serene adj completely clear and fine serenely adv in a peacefully serene manner serengeti n a vast plain in Tanzania to the west of the Great Rift Valley known for its wildlife serenity n a disposition free from stress or emotion repose,quiet,tranquillity,tranquility serenity n the absence of mental stress or anxiety peace,peacefulness,repose serf n (Middle Ages) a person who is bound to the land and owned by the feudal lord helot,villein serfdom n the state of a serf vassalage serge n a twilled woolen fabric sergeant n any of several noncommissioned officer ranks in the Army or Air Force or Marines ranking above a corporal sergeant n a lawman with the rank of sergeant sergeant n an English barrister of the highest rank serial n a serialized set of programs series serial n a periodical that appears at scheduled times series serial adj in regular succession without gaps consecutive,sequent,sequential,successive serial adj pertaining to or composed in serial technique serial adj pertaining to or occurring in or producing a series serial adj of or relating to the sequential performance of multiple operations serialize v arrange serially series n similar things placed in order or happening one after another series n a serialized set of programs serial series n a periodical that appears at scheduled times serial series n (sports) several contests played successively by the same teams serif n a short line at the end of the main strokes of a character serious adj concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities frivolous serious adj of great consequence serious adj causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm dangerous,grave,grievous,severe serious adj appealing to the mind good seriously adv in a serious manner earnestly seriously adv to a severe or serious degree badly,severely,gravely seriousness n an earnest and sincere feeling earnestness,sincerity seriousness n the quality of arousing fear or distress seriousness n the trait of being serious earnestness,sincerity frivolity sermon n an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service) discourse,preaching sermon n a moralistic rebuke preaching serological adj of or relating to serology serologist n a medical scientist who specializes in serology serology n the branch of medical science that deals with serums; especially with blood serums and disease serotine n common brown bat of Europe serotonin n a neurotransmitter involved in e.g. sleep and depression and memory serous adj of or producing or containing serum serow n short-horned dark-coated goat antelope of mountain areas of southern and southeastern Asia serpens n a constellation in the equatorial region of the northern hemisphere near Ophiuchus and Corona Borealis serpent n limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous snake serpent n a firework that moves in serpentine manner when ignited serpent n an obsolete bass cornet; resembles a snake serpentine adj resembling a serpent in form snakelike serra n Spanish missionary who founded Franciscan missions in California (1713-1784) serrate v make saw-toothed or jag the edge of serrate adj notched like a saw with teeth pointing toward the apex serrated,toothed,notched serrated adj notched like a saw with teeth pointing toward the apex serrate,toothed,notched serum n an amber, watery fluid, rich in proteins, that separates out when blood coagulates serval n slender long-legged African wildcat having large untufted ears and tawny black-spotted coat servant n a person working in the service of another (especially in the household) retainer servant n in a subordinate position handmaid serve n (sports) a stroke that puts the ball in play service serve v serve a purpose, role, or function function serve v do duty or hold offices; serve in a specific function serve v contribute or conduce to serve v be used by; as of a utility service server n a person whose occupation is to serve at table (as in a restaurant) waiter server n (court games) the player who serves to start a point server n (computer science) a computer that provides client stations with access to files and printers as shared resources to a computer network host server n utensil used in serving food or drink service n work done by one person or group that benefits another service n an act of help or assistance disservice service n the act of public worship following prescribed rules service n a company or agency that performs a public service; subject to government regulation service v be used by; as of a utility serve service v make fit for use service v mate with serve serviceability n the quality of being able to provide good service serviceable adj ready for service or able to give long service unserviceable serviceable adj capable of being put to good use serviceable adj intended or able to serve a purpose without elaboration serviceman n someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force man civilian services n performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others servicing n the act of mating by male animals service servile adj submissive or fawning in attitude or behavior servile adj relating to or involving slaves or appropriate for slaves or servants servility n abject or cringing submissiveness subservience serving n an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal helping,portion serving n the act of delivering a writ or summons upon someone service servitude n state of subjection to an owner or master or forced labor imposed as punishment servo n control system that converts a small mechanical motion into one requiring much greater power; may include a negative feedback system servo adj of or involving servomechanisms sesame n East Indian annual erect herb; source of sesame seed or benniseed and sesame oil benne,benny session n a meeting for execution of a group's functions session n the time during which a school holds classes session n a meeting devoted to a particular activity session n a meeting of spiritualists seance,sitting sessions n United States composer who promoted 20th century music (1896-1985) set n a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used set n (mathematics) an abstract collection of numbers or symbols set n several exercises intended to be done in series set n representation consisting of the scenery and other properties used to identify the location of a dramatic production set v put into a certain place or abstract location put,place,pose,position,lay set v fix conclusively or authoritatively determine set v decide upon or fix definitely specify,determine,define,fix,limit set v establish as the highest level or best performance mark set adj (usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed fit,primed set adj fixed and unmoving fixed,rigid set adj situated in a particular spot or position located,placed,situated set adj set down according to a plan laid seta n stalk of a moss capsule seta n a stiff hair or bristle setback n an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating reverse,reversal,blow seth n (Old Testament) third son of Adam and Eve; given by God in place of the murdered Abel seth n evil Egyptian god with the head of a beast that has high square ears and a long snout; brother and murderer of Osiris set seton n United States religious leader who was the first person born in the United States to be canonized (1774-1821) sett n rectangular paving stone with curved top; once used to make roads cobble,cobblestone settee n a long wooden bench with a back settle settee n a small sofa setter n one who sets written material into type setter n a long-haired dog formerly trained to crouch on finding game but now to point setting n the context and environment in which something is set scene setting n the state of the environment in which a situation exists background,scope setting n arrangement of scenery and properties to represent the place where a play or movie is enacted setting n the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event context,circumstance settle n a long wooden bench with a back settee settle v settle into a position, usually on a surface or ground settle v bring to an end; settle conclusively decide,resolve,adjudicate settle v settle conclusively; come to terms determine settle v take up residence and become established locate settled adj established or decided beyond dispute or doubt unsettled settled adj established in a desired position or place; not moving about unsettled settled adj inhabited by colonists colonized settled adj not changeable settlement n a body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are no colony settlement n a community of people smaller than a town village settlement n a conclusive resolution of a matter and disposition of it settlement n the act of colonizing; the establishment of colonies colonization settler n a person who settles in a new colony or moves into new country colonist settler n a negotiator who settles disputes settler n a clerk in a betting shop who calculates the winnings settling n a gradual sinking to a lower level subsiding,subsidence settlor n (law) a person who creates a trust by giving real or personal property in trust to a trustee for the benefit of a beneficiary; a person who setup n equipment designed to serve a specific function apparatus setup n the way something is organized or arranged setup n an act that incriminates someone on a false charge sevastopol n a city in southern Ukraine on the Black Sea seven n the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one heptad seven n one of four playing cards in a deck with seven pips on the face seven adj being one more than six sevenfold adj having seven units or components sevenfold adv seven times sevens n a card game in which you play your sevens and other cards in sequence in the same suit as the sevens; you win if you are the first to use al parliament sevensome n seven people considered as a unit seventeen n the cardinal number that is the sum of sixteen and one seventeen adj being one more than sixteen seventeenth n position 17 in a countable series of things seventeenth adj coming next after the sixteenth in position seventh n position seven in a countable series of things seventh n one part in seven equal parts seventh n the musical interval between one note and another seven notes away from it seventh adj coming next after the sixth and just before the eighth in position seventies n the decade from 1970 to 1979 seventies n the time of life between 70 and 80 seventieth n position 70 in a countable series of things seventieth adj the ordinal number of seventy in counting order seventy n the cardinal number that is the product of ten and seven seventy adj being ten more than sixty sever v set or keep apart sever v cut off from a whole lop several adj (used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many several adj considered individually respective,various several adj distinct and individual severally adv apart from others independently severally adv apart from others individually,separately,singly severally adv in the order given respectively severance n a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions) rupture,breach,break,rift severance n the act of severing severing severe adj intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality terrible,wicked severe adj very strong or vigorous hard,knockout severe adj severely simple austere,stark,stern severe adj unsparing and uncompromising in discipline or judgment spartan severed adj detached by cutting severely adv to a severe or serious degree badly,gravely,seriously severely adv with sternness; in a severe manner sternly severely adv causing great damage or hardship hard severing n the act of severing severance severity n used of the degree of something undesirable e.g. pain or weather badness severity n something hard to endure asperity,grimness,hardship,rigor severity n extreme plainness severity n excessive sternness harshness,rigor,hardness,stiffness sevilla n a city in southwestern Spain; a major port and cultural center; the capital of bullfighting in Spain seville seville n a city in southwestern Spain; a major port and cultural center; the capital of bullfighting in Spain sevilla sew v fasten by sewing; do needlework stitch sew v create (clothes) with cloth tailor sewage n waste matter carried away in sewers or drains sewerage seward n United States politician who as Secretary of State in 1867 arranged for the purchase of Alaska from Russia (known at the time as Seward's Fo sewed adj fastened with stitches sewn,stitched sewellel n bulky nocturnal burrowing rodent of uplands of the Pacific coast of North America; the most primitive living rodent sewer n a waste pipe that carries away sewage or surface water sewerage sewer n someone who sews sewer n misfortune resulting in lost effort or money gutter,toilet sewerage n waste matter carried away in sewers or drains sewage sewerage n a waste pipe that carries away sewage or surface water sewer sewing n joining or attaching by stitches stitching sewing n needlework on which you are working with needle and thread sewn adj fastened with stitches sewed,stitched sex n activities associated with sexual intercourse sex n either of the two categories (male or female) into which most organisms are divided sex n all of the feelings resulting from the urge to gratify sexual impulses sex n the properties that distinguish organisms on the basis of their reproductive roles gender,sexuality sex v stimulate sexually arouse,excite sex v tell the sex (of young chickens) sexed adj having sexual differentiation sexed adj characterized by sexuality sexism n discriminatory or abusive behavior towards members of the opposite sex sexist n a man with a chauvinistic belief in the inferiority of women sexist adj discriminatory on the basis of sex (usually said of men's attitude toward women) sexless adj having no or imperfectly developed or nonfunctional sex organs neuter sexless adj having no sexual desire sexless adj sexually unattractive sexpot n a young woman who is thought to have sex appeal sext n the fourth of the seven canonical hours; about noon sextant n a unit of angular distance equal to 60 degrees sextant n a measuring instrument for measuring the angular distance between celestial objects; resembles an octant sextet n a musical composition written for six performers sextet n the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one six,vi,sixer,sise,sextuplet sextet n six performers or singers who perform together sextet n a set of six similar things considered as a unit sexton n United States poet (1928-1974) sexton n an officer of the church who is in charge of sacred objects sextuplet n the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one six,vi,sixer,sise,sextet sexual adj of or relating to or characterized by sexuality sexual adj having or involving sex asexual sexual adj involved in a sexual relationship intimate sexuality n the properties that distinguish organisms on the basis of their reproductive roles sex,gender sexually adv with respect to sexuality sexually adv by sexual means sexy adj marked by or tending to arouse sexual desire or interest sexy adj stimulating sexual desire aphrodisiac seychelles n a republic on the Seychelles islands; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1976 seychelles n a group of about 90 islands in the western Indian Ocean to the north of Madagascar seymour n Queen of England as the third wife of Henry VIII and mother of Edward VI (1509-1537) sfax n the second largest city in Tunisia; located in eastern Tunisia near a phosphate region shabby adj showing signs of wear and tear ratty,tatty shabby adj mean and unworthy and despicable shack n small crude shelter used as a dwelling hovel,hut,hutch,shanty shack v make one's home in a particular place or community reside,domicile shack v move, proceed, or walk draggingly or slowly trail shackle n a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner) bond,hamper,trammel shackle n a U-shaped bar; the open end can be passed through chain links and closed with a bar shackle v bind the arms of pinion shackle v restrain with fetters fetter shackled adj bound by chains fastened around the ankles fettered shad n bony flesh of herring-like fish usually caught during their migration to fresh water for spawning; especially of Atlantic coast shad n herring-like food fishes that migrate from the sea to fresh water to spawn shadbush n any of various North American trees or shrubs having showy white flowers and edible blue-black or purplish fruit shaddock n southeastern Asian tree producing large fruits resembling grapefruits shaddock n large pear-shaped fruit similar to grapefruit but with coarse dry pulp shade n relative darkness caused by light rays being intercepted by an opaque body shade n a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color tint,tincture,tone shade n protective covering that protects something from direct sunlight shade n a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude nuance,nicety,subtlety,refinement shade v cast a shadow over shadow shade v represent the effect of shade or shadow on shade v protect from light, heat, or view shade v vary slightly shaded adj protected from heat and light with shade or shadow shaded adj (of pictures or drawings) drawn or painted with degrees or gradations of shadow shades n (plural) something that reminds you of someone or something shades n (plural) spectacles that are darkened or polarized to protect the eyes from the glare of the sun sunglasses shading n graded markings that indicate light or shaded areas in a drawing or painting shading n a gradation involving small or imperceptible differences between grades blending shadow n shade within clear boundaries shadow n an unilluminated area darkness,dark shadow n something existing in perception only apparition,phantom,phantasm shadow n a premonition of something adverse shadow v follow, usually without the person's knowledge shadow v cast a shadow over shade shadow v make appear small by comparison overshadow,dwarf shadowed adj filled with shade shady,shadowy shadowing n the act of following someone secretly tailing shadowy adj filled with shade shady,shadowed shadowy adj lacking clarity or distinctness dim,faint,vague,wispy shadowy adj lacking in substance shady adj quiet, dark, or concealed shady adj not as expected fishy,funny,suspect,suspicious shady adj of questionable honesty or legality shady adj filled with shade shadowed,shadowy shaft n a line that forms the length of an arrow pointer shaft n an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect shot,slam,dig,barb,jibe,gibe shaft n a long rod or pole (especially the handle of an implement or the body of a weapon like a spear or arrow) shaft n a column of light (as from a beacon) beam,ray,irradiation shaft v equip with a shaft shaft v defeat someone through trickery or deceit cheat,chouse,screw,chicane,jockey shag n a strong coarse tobacco that has been shredded shag n a matted tangle of hair or fiber shag n a fabric with long coarse nap shag n slang for sexual intercourse fuck,fucking,screw,screwing,ass,shtup shag v dance the shag shaggy adj used of hair; thick and poorly groomed bushy shaggy adj having a very rough nap or covered with hanging shags shah n title for the former hereditary monarch of Iran shake n building material used as siding or roofing shingle shake n frothy drink of milk and flavoring and sometimes fruit or ice cream milkshake shake n a note that alternates rapidly with another note a semitone above it trill shake n grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract) handshake,handshaking,handclasp shake v move or cause to move back and forth agitate shake v move with or as if with a tremor shake v shake or vibrate rapidly and intensively judder shake v move back and forth or sideways rock,sway shakedown n initial adjustments to improve the functioning or the efficiency and to bring to a more satisfactory state shakedown n a very thorough search of a person or a place shakedown n extortion of money (as by blackmail) shakedown adj intended to test a new system under operating conditions and to familiarize the operators with the system shaken adj disturbed psychologically as if by a physical jolt or shock jolted shakeout n an economic condition that results in the elimination of marginally financed participants in an industry shaker n a person who wields power and influence shaker n a member of Christian group practicing celibacy and communal living and common possession of property and separation from the world shaker n a container in which something can be shaken shakers n a celibate and communistic Christian sect in the United States shakespeare n English poet and dramatist considered one of the greatest English writers (1564-1616) shakespearean n a Shakespearean scholar shakespearean adj of or relating to William Shakespeare or his works shakiness n a shaky motion shaking,trembling,quiver,quivering,vibration,palpitation shakiness n the quality of being unstable and insecure shaking n the act of causing something to move up and down (or back and forth) with quick movements shaking n a shaky motion shakiness,trembling,quiver,quivering,vibration,palpitation shaky adj inclined to shake as from weakness or defect rickety,wobbly,wonky shaky adj vibrating slightly and irregularly; as e.g. with fear or cold or like the leaves of an aspen in a breeze shivering,trembling shaky adj not secure; beset with difficulties precarious shale n a sedimentary rock formed by the deposition of successive layers of clay shallot n aggregate bulb of the multiplier onion shallot n type of onion plant producing small clustered mild-flavored bulbs used as seasoning shallot n small mild-flavored onion-like or garlic-like clustered bulbs used for seasoning shallow n a stretch of shallow water shallow v make shallow shallow v become shallow shallow adj lacking physical depth; having little spatial extension downward or inward from an outer surface or backward or outward from a center deep shallow adj not deep or strong; not affecting one deeply deep shallow adj lacking depth of intellect or knowledge; concerned only with what is obvious shallowness n lack of depth of knowledge or thought or feeling shallowness n the quality of lacking physical depth sham n something that is a counterfeit; not what it seems to be fake sham n a person who makes deceitful pretenses imposter,impostor,pretender,fake,faker,fraud,pseudo,pseud sham v make a pretence of simulate,assume,feign sham v make believe with the intent to deceive feign,pretend,affect,dissemble sham adj adopted in order to deceive assumed,false,fictitious,pretended shaman n in societies practicing shamanism: one acting as a medium between the visible and spirit worlds; practices sorcery for healing or divination shamanism n any animistic religion similar to Asian shamanism (especially as practiced by certain Native American tribes) shamanism n an animistic religion of northern Asia having the belief that the mediation between the visible and the spirit worlds is effected by shamans shamash n the chief sun god; drives away winter and storms and brightens the earth with greenery; drives away evil and brings justice and compassion shamble n walking with a slow dragging motion without lifting your feet shuffle,shuffling shamble v walk by dragging one's feet shuffle,scuffle shambles n a condition of great disorder shambles n a building where animals are butchered abattoir,butchery,slaughterhouse shame n a painful emotion resulting from an awareness of inadequacy or guilt shame n a state of dishonor disgrace,ignominy shame n an unfortunate development pity shame v bring shame or dishonor upon dishonor,disgrace,dishonour,attaint shame v compel through a sense of shame shame v cause to be ashamed shame v surpass or beat by a wide margin shamed adj showing a sense of guilt guilty,shamefaced shamed adj suffering shame discredited,disgraced,dishonored shamefaced adj extremely modest or shy shamefaced adj showing a sense of shame sheepish shamefaced adj showing a sense of guilt guilty,shamed shameful adj (used of conduct or character) deserving or bringing disgrace or shame black,disgraceful,ignominious,inglorious shameful adj giving offense to moral sensibilities and injurious to reputation disgraceful,scandalous,shocking shamefully adv in a dishonorable manner or to a dishonorable degree shamefulness n unworthiness meriting public disgrace and dishonor shameless adj feeling no shame shamelessly adv without shame unashamedly shampoo n cleansing agent consisting of soaps or detergents used for washing the hair shampoo n the act of washing your hair with shampoo shampoo v use shampoo on (hair) shamrock n creeping European clover having white to pink flowers and bright green leaves; naturalized in United States; widely grown for forage shamrock n Eurasian plant with heart-shaped trifoliate leaves and white purple-veined flowers shamrock n clover native to Ireland with yellowish flowers; often considered the true or original shamrock shamus n someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information pi,operative,sherlock shan n a branch of the Tai languages shandy n a drink made of beer and lemonade shang n the imperial dynasty ruling China from about the 18th to the 12th centuries BC shanghai n the largest city of China; located in the east on the Pacific; one of the largest ports in the world shanghai v take (someone) against his will for compulsory service, especially on board a ship impress shank n a cut of meat (beef or veal or mutton or lamb) from the upper part of the leg shank n the part of the human leg between the knee and the ankle shank n cylinder forming a long narrow part of something stem shank n cylinder forming the part of a bolt between the thread and the head shank v hit (a golf ball) with the heel of a club, causing the ball to veer in the wrong direction shankar n Indian sitar player who popularized classical Indian music in the West (born in 1920) shannon n United States electrical engineer who pioneered mathematical communication theory (1916-2001) shanty n small crude shelter used as a dwelling hovel,hut,hutch,shack shanty n a rhythmical work song originally sung by sailors shantytown n a city district inhabited by people living in huts and shanties shape n any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) form,configuration,contour,conformation shape n the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance form shape n alternative names for the body of a human being soma,build,figure,physique,anatomy,bod,chassis,frame shape n a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept embodiment shape v shape or influence; give direction to determine,mold,influence,regulate shape v make something, usually for a specific function form,work,mold,mould,forge shape v give shape or form to form shaped adj shaped to fit by or as if by altering the contours of a pliable mass (as by work or effort) molded,wrought shaped adj having the shape of shapeless adj having no definite form or distinct shape amorphous,formless shapeless adj lacking symmetry or attractive form shapely adj having a well-proportioned and pleasing shape shaper n a person who makes things maker shaper n a machine tool for shaping metal or wood shaping n any process serving to define the shape of something defining shaping n the act of fabricating something in a particular shape formation shaping adj forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning formative,plastic shard n a broken piece of a brittle artifact sherd,fragment share n assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group portion,part,percentage share n any of the equal portions into which the capital stock of a corporation is divided and ownership of which is evidenced by a stock certificat share n the allotment of some amount by dividing something parcel,portion share n the effort contributed by a person in bringing about a result contribution,part share v have in common share v use jointly or in common share v have, give, or receive a share of partake share v give out as one's portion or share apportion,deal sharecropper n small farmers and tenants cropper shared adj have in common; held or experienced in common shared adj distributed in portions (often equal) on the basis of a plan or purpose divided shareholder n someone who holds shares of stock in a corporation stockholder sharer n someone who has or gives or receives a part or a share shari n an African river that flows northwest into Lake Chad sharia n the code of law derived from the Koran and from the teachings and example of Mohammed sharing n using or enjoying something jointly with others sharing n having in common sharing n sharing thoughts and feelings communion sharing n a distribution in shares sharing adj unselfishly willing to share with others shark n any of numerous elongate mostly marine carnivorous fishes with heterocercal caudal fins and tough skin covered with small toothlike scales shark n a person who is ruthless and greedy and dishonest shark n a person who is unusually skilled in certain ways shark v play the shark; act with trickery shark v hunt shark sharp n a musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named sharp n a long thin sewing needle with a sharp point sharp adj (of something seen or heard) clearly defined crisp sharp adj ending in a sharp point acute,needlelike sharp adj having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions acute,discriminating,incisive,keen,knifelike,penetrating,piercing sharp adj marked by practical hardheaded intelligence astute,shrewd sharp adv changing suddenly in direction and degree sharply,acutely sharpen v make sharp or sharper dull sharpen v make crisp or more crisp and precise sharpen v become sharp or sharper sharpen v put (an image) into focus focus sharpened adj having the point made sharp sharpened adj made sharp or sharper sharpener n any implement that is used to make something (an edge or a point) sharper sharper n a professional card player who makes a living by cheating at card games cardsharp,sharpie,sharpy sharpie n an alert and energetic person sharpy sharpie n a professional card player who makes a living by cheating at card games cardsharp,sharper,sharpy sharpie n a pen with indelible ink that will write on any surface sharpie n a shallow-draft sailboat with a sharp prow, flat bottom, and triangular sail; formerly used along the northern Atlantic coast of the United sharply adv in an aggressive manner aggressively sharply adv in a well delineated manner crisply sharply adv changing suddenly in direction and degree sharp,acutely sharply adv very suddenly and to a great degree precipitously sharpness n a quick and penetrating intelligence acuteness,acuity sharpness n the attribute of urgency in tone of voice edge sharpness n a strong odor or taste property bite,raciness sharpness n the quality of being keenly and painfully felt sharpshooter n an athlete noted for accurate aim sharpshooter n someone skilled in shooting marksman sharpshooter n a fast schooner once used by New England fisherman for illegal fishing in Canadian waters sharpy n an alert and energetic person sharpie sharpy n a professional card player who makes a living by cheating at card games cardsharp,sharper,sharpie shasta n a member of the Indian people of northern California and southern Oregon shasta n a volcanic mountain peak in the Cascade Range in northern California (14,162 feet high) shasta n the Shastan language spoken by the Shasta shatter v break into many pieces shatter v damage or destroy shatter v cause to break into many pieces shattered adj ruined or disrupted tattered shattering n the act of breaking something into small pieces smashing shattering adj seemingly loud enough to break something; violently rattling or clattering shatterproof adj resistant to shattering or splintering shave n the act of removing hair with a razor shaving shave v remove body hair with a razor shave v cut closely trim shave v cut the price of shave v cut or remove with or as if with a plane plane shaved adj having the beard or hair cut off close to the skin shaven shaven adj having the beard or hair cut off close to the skin shaved unshaven shaver n an adult male who shaves shaver n a young person of either sex child,kid,youngster,minor,nipper,tyke,fry,nestling shaver n a razor powered by an electric motor shaving n the act of removing hair with a razor shave shaving n a thin fragment or slice (especially of wood) that has been shaved from something paring,sliver shaving n the act of brushing against while passing grazing,skimming shavuot n (Judaism) Jewish holy day celebrated on the sixth of Sivan to celebrate Moses receiving the Ten Commandments pentecost shaw n United States clarinetist and leader of a swing band (1910-2004) shaw n United States humorist who wrote about rural life (1818-1885) shaw n United States physician and suffragist (1847-1919) shaw n British playwright (born in Ireland); founder of the Fabian Society (1856-1950) shawl n cloak consisting of an oblong piece of cloth used to cover the head and shoulders shawm n a medieval oboe shawn n United States dancer and choreographer who collaborated with Ruth Saint Denis (1891-1972) shawnee n a member of the Algonquian people formerly living along the Tennessee river shawnee n the Algonquian language spoken by the Shawnee shay n a carriage consisting of two wheels and a calash top; drawn by a single horse chaise sheaf n a package of several things tied together for carrying or storing bundle shear n (physics) a deformation of an object in which parallel planes remain parallel but are shifted in a direction parallel to themselves shear n a large edge tool that cuts sheet metal by passing a blade through it shear v cut with shears shear v shear the wool from fleece shear v cut or cut through with shears shear v become deformed by forces tending to produce a shearing strain sheared adj having the hair or wool cut or clipped off as if with shears or clippers shorn sheared adj (used especially of fur or wool) shaped or finished by cutting or trimming to a uniform length shearer n Scottish ballet dancer and actress (born in 1926) shearer n a workman who uses shears to cut leather or metal or textiles shearer n a skilled worker who shears the wool off of sheep or other animals shearing n removing by cutting off or clipping shears n large scissors with strong blades sheath n a protective covering (as for a knife or sword) sheath n an enveloping structure or covering enclosing an animal or plant organ or part case sheath n a dress suitable for formal occasions sheathe v cover with a protective sheathing sheathe v enclose with a sheath sheathe v plunge or bury (a knife or sword) in flesh sheathed adj enclosed in a protective covering; sometimes used in combination sheathing n protective covering consisting, for example, of a layer of boards applied to the studs and joists of a building to strengthen it and serve a overlay shebang n an entire system; used in the phrase `the whole shebang' shed n an outbuilding with a single story; used for shelter or storage shed v get rid of cast,throw,drop shed v pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities spill shed v cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over spill,disgorge shed v cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers molt,moult,slough shed adj shed at an early stage of development caducous shedding n the process whereby something is shed shedding n loss of bits of outer skin by peeling or shedding or coming off in scales peeling sheen n the visual property of something that shines with reflected light luster sheep n woolly usually horned ruminant mammal related to the goat sheep n a timid defenseless simpleton who is readily preyed upon sheep n a docile and vulnerable person who would rather follow than make an independent decision sheepish adj like or suggestive of a sheep in docility or stupidity or meekness or timidity sheeplike sheepish adj showing a sense of shame shamefaced sheepishly adv in a sheepish manner sheeplike adj like or suggestive of a sheep in docility or stupidity or meekness or timidity sheepish sheepshank n a knot for shortening a line sheepskin n tanned skin of a sheep with the fleece left on; used for clothing fleece sheepskin n skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on parchment sheepskin n a document certifying the successful completion of a course of study diploma sheer v turn sharply; change direction abruptly swerve,curve,trend,veer,slue,slew,cut sheer v cause to sheer sheer adj complete and without restriction or qualification; sometimes used informally as intensifiers absolute,downright,rank sheer adj not mixed with extraneous elements plain,unmixed sheer adj very steep; having a prominent and almost vertical front bluff,bold sheer adj so thin as to transmit light diaphanous,gossamer,transparent,vaporous sheer adv straight up or down without a break sheer adv directly sheet n any broad thin expanse or surface sheet n paper used for writing or printing sheet n bed linen consisting of a large rectangular piece of cotton or linen cloth; used in pairs sheet n (mathematics) an unbounded two-dimensional shape plane sheet v come down as if in sheets sheet v cover with a sheet, as if by wrapping sheeting n fabric from which bed sheets are made sheffield n a steel manufacturing city in northern England famous for its cutlery industry shegetz n an offensive term for non-Jewish young man sheik n the leader of an Arab village or family sheikh sheik n a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance dandy,dude,fop,gallant,beau,swell,clotheshorse sheikdom n the domain ruled by a sheik sheikh n the leader of an Arab village or family sheik shekel n the basic unit of money in Israel shekels n informal terms for money boodle,bread,cabbage,clams,dinero,dough,kale,lettuce shelf n a support that consists of a horizontal surface for holding objects shelf n a projecting ridge on a mountain or submerged under water ledge shell n ammunition consisting of a cylindrical metal casing containing an explosive charge and a projectile; fired from a large gun shell n the material that forms the hard outer covering of many animals shell n hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles carapace,cuticle,shield shell n the hard usually fibrous outer layer of some fruits especially nuts shell v use explosives on blast shell v create by using explosives blast shell v fall out of the pod or husk shell v hit the pitches of hard and regularly shellac n lac purified by heating and filtering; usually in thin orange or yellow flakes but sometimes bleached white shellac n a thin varnish made by dissolving lac in ethanol; used to finish wood shellac v cover with shellac shelled adj of animals or fruits that have a shell sheller n a worker who removes shells (as of peas or oysters) shelley n English writer who created Frankenstein's monster and married Percy Bysshe Shelley (1797-1851) shelley n Englishman and romantic poet (1792-1822) shellfish n meat of edible aquatic invertebrate with a shell (especially a mollusk or crustacean) shellfish n invertebrate having a soft unsegmented body usually enclosed in a shell mollusk,mollusc shelling n the heavy fire of artillery to saturate an area rather than hit a specific target barrage,battery,bombardment shelter n a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger shelter n protective covering that provides protection from the weather shelter n the condition of being protected protection shelter n a way of organizing business to reduce the taxes it must pay on current earnings shelter v provide shelter for shelter v invest (money) so that it is not taxable sheltered adj protected from danger or bad weather shelve v hold back to a later time postpone,prorogue,table,defer,remit shelve v place on a shelf shemozzle n (Yiddish) a confused situation or affair; a mess shenanigan n reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others mischief,mischievousness,devilment shenanigan n the use of tricks to deceive someone (usually to extract money from them) trickery,chicanery,chicane,guile,wile shepard n United States author of surrealistic allegorical plays (born in 1943) shepard n astronaut who made the first United States' suborbital rocket-powered flight in 1961 (1923-1998) shepherd n a clergyman who watches over a group of people shepherd n a herder of sheep (on an open range); someone who keeps the sheep together in a flock shepherd v watch over like a shepherd, as a teacher of her pupils shepherd v tend as a shepherd, as of sheep or goats sheraton n a furniture style that originated in England around 1800; simple in design with straight lines and classical ornamentation sherbet n a frozen dessert made primarily of fruit juice and sugar, but also containing milk or egg-white or gelatin sherd n a broken piece of a brittle artifact shard,fragment sheridan n Irish playwright remembered for his satirical comedies of manners (1751-1816) sheriff n the principal law-enforcement officer in a county sherlock n someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information pi,operative,shamus sherman n United States general who was commander of all Union troops in the West; he captured Atlanta and led a destructive march to the sea that cut sherman n American Revolutionary leader and signer of the Declaration of Independence and the Articles of Confederation and the United States Constitu sherman n a peak in the Rocky Mountains in central Colorado (14,036 feet high) sherman n a town in northeastern Texas near the Oklahoma border sherpa n a member of the Himalayan people living in Nepal and Tibet who are famous for their skill as mountaineers sherry n dry to sweet amber wine from the Jerez region of southern Spain or similar wines produced elsewhere; usually drunk as an aperitif sherwood n United States playwright (1896-1955) shetland n an archipelago of about 100 islands in the North Atlantic off the north coast of Scotland shetland n a small sheepdog resembling a collie that was developed in the Shetland Islands shia n one of the two main branches of orthodox Islam; mainly in Iran shiah shiah n one of the two main branches of orthodox Islam; mainly in Iran shia shiatsu n treatment of symptoms by applying pressure with the fingers to specific pressure points on the body shibboleth n a favorite saying of a sect or political group motto,slogan,catchword shibboleth n a manner of speaking that is distinctive of a particular group of people shield n a protective covering or structure shield n armor carried on the arm to intercept blows buckler shield n hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles carapace,shell,cuticle shield v protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm screen shield v hold back a thought or feeling about harbor,harbour shielded adj (used especially of machinery) protected by a shield to prevent injury shielder n a person who cares for persons or property defender,guardian,protector shielding n the act of shielding from harm shielding n a shield of lead or concrete intended as a barrier to radiation emitted in nuclear decay shielding n shield consisting of an arrangement of metal mesh or plates designed to protect electronic equipment from ambient electromagnetic interferen shift n an event in which something is displaced without rotation displacement shift n a qualitative change transformation shift n the time period during which you are at work shift n the act of changing one thing or position for another switch,switching shift v make a shift in or exchange of switch shift v change place or direction dislodge,reposition shift v move around transfer shift v move very slightly stir,budge,agitate shifter n a stagehand responsible for moving scenery shifter n a mechanical device for engaging and disengaging gears shifting n the act of moving from one place to another shift shifting adj continuously varying shifting adj changing position or direction shifty shifting adj (of soil) unstable shiftless adj lacking or characterized by lack of ambition or initiative; lazy shifty adj characterized by insincerity or deceit; evasive devious shifty adj changing position or direction shifting shiite n a member of the branch of Islam that regards Ali as the legitimate successor to Mohammed and rejects the first three caliphs shikoku n the smallest of the four main islands of Japan; to the south of Honshu and to the east of Kyushu; separated from Honshu by the Inland Sea; f shiksa n a derogatory term used by Jews to refer to non-Jewish women shill n a decoy who acts as an enthusiastic customer in order to stimulate the participation of others shill v act as a shill shilling n the basic unit of money in Uganda; equal to 100 cents shilling n the basic unit of money in Tanzania; equal to 100 cents shilling n the basic unit of money in Somalia; equal to 100 cents shilling n the basic unit of money in Kenya; equal to 100 cents shiloh n the second great battle of the American Civil War (1862); the battle ended with the withdrawal of Confederate troops but it was not a Union shim n a thin wedge of material (wood or metal or stone) for driving into crevices shimmer n a weak and tremulous light play shimmer v shine with a weak or fitful light shimmer v give off a shimmering reflection, as of silk shimmy n an abnormal wobble in a motor vehicle (especially in the front wheels) shimmy n a woman's sleeveless undergarment chemise,shift,slip,teddy shimmy n lively dancing (usually to ragtime music) with much shaking of the shoulders and hips shimmy v tremble or shake wobble shimmy v dance a shimmy shin n the front part of the human leg between the knee and the ankle shin n a cut of meat from the lower part of the leg shin n the 22nd letter of the Hebrew alphabet shin n the inner and thicker of the two bones of the human leg between the knee and ankle tibia,shinbone shin v climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling clamber,scramble,skin,struggle,sputter shinbone n the inner and thicker of the two bones of the human leg between the knee and ankle tibia,shin shindig n a large and noisy party of people shine n the quality of being bright and sending out rays of light radiance,refulgence shine v be bright by reflecting or casting light reflect shine v emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light beam shine v be shiny, as if wet glitter,glisten,glint,gleam shine v be distinguished or eminent shiner n a swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye mouse shiner n something that shines (with emitted or reflected light) shiner n important food fish of the northern Atlantic and Mediterranean; its body is greenish-blue with dark bars and small if any scales shiner n any of numerous small silvery North American cyprinid fishes especially of the genus Notropis shingle n building material used as siding or roofing shake shingle n coarse beach gravel of small waterworn stones and pebbles (or a stretch of shore covered with such gravel) shingle n a small signboard outside the office of a lawyer or doctor, e.g. shingle v cover with shingles shingler n a worker who shingles roofs shingles n eruptions along a nerve path often accompanied by severe neuralgia zoster shining n the work of making something smooth and shiny by rubbing or waxing it polishing shining adj marked by exceptional merit shining adj made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow bright,burnished,lustrous,shiny shining adj reflecting light glistening,glossy,lustrous,shiny shinto n the native religion and former ethnic cult of Japan shinto n the ancient indigenous religion of Japan lacking formal dogma; characterized by a veneration of nature spirits and of ancestors shinto adj relating to or characteristic of Shintoism shiny adj reflecting light glistening,glossy,lustrous,shining shiny adj having a shiny surface or coating glazed shiny adj made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow bright,burnished,lustrous,shining ship n a vessel that carries passengers or freight ship v transport commercially transport,send ship v hire for work on a ship ship v go on board embark ship v travel by ship shipboard adj casual or ephemeral as if taking place on board a ship shipbuilder n a carpenter who helps build and launch wooden vessels shipwright shipbuilder n a person who builds ships as a business shipbuilder n a business that builds and repairs ships shipbuilding n the construction of ships shipload n the amount of cargo that can be held by a boat or ship or a freight car boatload,carload shipmate n an associate on the same ship with you shipment n goods carried by a large vehicle cargo,lading,freight,load,loading,payload,consignment shipment n the act of sending off something dispatch,despatch shipowner n someone who owns a ship or a share in a ship shipper n someone who ships goods shipper n a company in the business of shipping freight shipping n the commercial enterprise of moving goods and materials transportation,transport shipping n conveyance provided by the ships belonging to one country or industry shipshape adj of places; characterized by order and neatness; free from disorder trim shipworm n wormlike marine bivalve that bores into wooden piers and ships by means of drill-like shells shipwreck n a wrecked ship (or a part of one) shipwreck n an irretrievable loss shipwreck n an accident that destroys a ship at sea wreck shipwreck v ruin utterly shipwreck v suffer failure, as in some enterprise shipwreck v cause to experience shipwreck shipwreck v destroy a ship shipwright n a carpenter who helps build and launch wooden vessels shipbuilder shipyard n a workplace where ships are built or repaired shiraz n a city in central southwestern Iran; ruins of ancient Persepolis are nearby shire n a former administrative district of England; equivalent to a county shire n British breed of large heavy draft horse shirer n United States broadcast journalist who was in Berlin at the outbreak of World War II (1904-1993) shirk v avoid (one's assigned duties) fiddle shirk v avoid dealing with shirking n the evasion of work or duty soldiering shirr v bake (eggs) in their shells until they are set shirt n a garment worn on the upper half of the body shirt v put a shirt on shirting n any of various fabrics used to make men's shirts shisha n an oriental tobacco pipe with a long flexible tube connected to a container where the smoke is cooled by passing through water hookah,chicha shit n obscene terms for feces crap,dirt,shite,poop,turd shit n obscene words for unacceptable behavior bullshit,bull,horseshit,crap shit n a small worthless amount jack,squat shit n a coarse term for defecation dump shit v give away information about somebody denounce,betray,rat,grass,shop,snitch,stag shit v have a bowel movement stool,defecate,crap,make shite n obscene terms for feces crap,dirt,shit,poop,turd shithead n a stupid person; these words are used to express a low opinion of someone's intelligence dunce,blockhead,bonehead,knucklehead,loggerhead,dumbass,fuckhead shitter n a person who defecates voider shitting n the elimination of fecal waste through the anus shitty adj very bad icky,crappy,lousy,rotten,stinking,stinky shiv n a knife used as a weapon shiva n (Judaism) a period of seven days of mourning after the death of close relative shiva n the auspicious one; a major divinity in the later Hindu pantheon shivaree n a noisy mock serenade (made by banging pans and kettles) to a newly married couple belling shiver n a reflex motion caused by cold or fear or excitement tremble,shake shiver n an almost pleasurable sensation of fright chill,quiver,shudder,thrill,tingle shiver v tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement shudder,throb,thrill shiver v shake, as from cold shudder shivering n a sensation of cold that often marks the start of an infection and the development of a fever chill shivering adj vibrating slightly and irregularly; as e.g. with fear or cold or like the leaves of an aspen in a breeze shaky,trembling shivery adj cold enough to cause shivers shivery adj provoking fear terror chilling,scary shlep n (Yiddish) an awkward and stupid person schlep shlep n a tedious or difficult journey schlep shlep v walk or tramp about traipse shlep v pull along heavily, like a heavy load against a resistance schlep shoat n a young pig piglet,piggy shock n the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally daze,stupor shock n the violent interaction of individuals or groups entering into combat impact shock n a reflex response to the passage of electric current through the body shock n (pathology) bodily collapse or near collapse caused by inadequate oxygen delivery to the cells; characterized by reduced cardiac output and shock v surprise greatly; knock someone's socks off floor shock v strike with disgust or revulsion offend,scandalize,appall,outrage shock v strike with horror or terror shock v collide violently shocked adj struck with fear, dread, or consternation aghast,appalled,dismayed shocker n a shockingly bad person shocker n a sensational message (in a film or play or novel) shocking adj glaringly vivid and graphic; marked by sensationalism lurid shocking adj giving offense to moral sensibilities and injurious to reputation disgraceful,scandalous,shameful shockingly adv extremely shockingly adv very badly shockingly adv so as to shock the feelings shod adj wearing footgear shod adj used of certain religious orders who wear shoes calced shoddy n reclaimed wool fiber shoddy adj made of inferior workmanship and materials tawdry shoddy adj unethical or dishonest dirty,sordid shoe n footwear shaped to fit the foot (below the ankle) with a flexible upper of leather or plastic and a sole and heel of heavier material shoe n (card games) a case from which playing cards are dealt one at a time shoe n U-shaped plate nailed to underside of horse's hoof horseshoe shoe n a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation skid shoe v furnish with shoes shoebill n large stork-like bird of the valley of the White Nile with a broad bill suggesting a wooden shoe shoebox n a structure resembling a shoebox (as a rectangular building or a cramped room or compartment) shoebox n an oblong rectangular (usually cardboard) box designed to hold a pair of shoes shoehorn n a device used for easing the foot into a shoe shoehorn v fit for a specific purpose even when not well suited shoelace n a lace used for fastening shoes shoestring shoemaker n a person who makes or repairs shoes cobbler shoes n a particular situation place shoeshine n a shiny finish put on shoes with polish and buffing shoeshine n the act of shining shoes shoestring n a lace used for fastening shoes shoelace shoestring n a small amount of money shofar n an ancient musical horn made from the horn of a ram; used in ancient times by the Israelites to sound a warning or a summons; used in synago shogun n a hereditary military dictator of Japan; the shoguns ruled Japan until the revolution of 1867-68 shoji n a translucent screen made of a wooden frame covered with rice paper shona n a member of a Bantu tribe living in present-day Zimbabwe shona n a Bantu language spoken in Zimbabwe shona adj of or relating to or characteristic of the culture of the Shonas shoo v drive away by crying `shoo!' shoofly n an undercover police officer who investigates other policemen shoofly n a child's rocking chair with the seat built between two flat sides that are shaped to resemble an animal (such as a swan or duck) shook n a disassembled barrel; the parts packed for storage or shipment shoot n a new branch shoot n the act of shooting at targets shoot v hit with a missile from a weapon hit,pip shoot v kill by firing a missile pip shoot v fire a shot blast shoot v make a film or photograph of something film,take shooter n a large marble used for shooting in the game of marbles taw shooter n a person who shoots (usually with respect to their ability to shoot) shot shooter n a gambler who throws dice in the game of craps shooter n (sports) a player who drives or kicks a ball at the goal (or a basketball player who shoots at the basket) shooting n the act of firing a projectile shot shooting n killing someone by gunfire shootout n a fight involving shooting small arms with the intent to kill or frighten gunfight,gunplay shop n a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services store shop n small workplace where handcrafts or manufacturing are done workshop shop n a course of instruction in a trade (as carpentry or electricity) shop v do one's shopping shop v do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of patronize,frequent,sponsor shop v shop around; not necessarily buying browse shop v give away information about somebody denounce,betray,rat,grass,shit,snitch,stag shopkeeper n a merchant who owns or manages a shop storekeeper shoplift v steal in a store shoplifter n a thief who steals goods that are in a store booster,lifter shoplifting n the act of stealing goods that are on display in a store shrinkage shopper n someone who visits stores in search of articles to buy shopper n a commercial agent who shops at the competitor's store in order to compare their prices and merchandise with those of the store that employs shopping n searching for or buying goods or services shopping n the commodities purchased from stores shopworn adj worn or faded from being on display in a store shopworn adj repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse banal,commonplace,hackneyed,stock,threadbare,timeworn,tired,trite shore n the land along the edge of a body of water shore n a beam or timber that is propped against a structure to provide support shoring shore v serve as a shore to shore v arrive on shore land shore v support by placing against something solid or rigid prop shoreline n a boundary line between land and water shoreward adj (of winds) coming from the sea toward the land inshore,onshore shoring n a beam or timber that is propped against a structure to provide support shore shoring n the act of propping up with shores shorn adj having the hair or wool cut or clipped off as if with shears or clippers sheared short n the location on a baseball field where the shortstop is stationed short n accidental contact between two points in an electric circuit that have a potential difference short n the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed between second and third base shortstop short v cheat someone by not returning him enough money short v create a short circuit in short adj primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration long short adj (primarily spatial sense) having little length or lacking in length long short adj low in stature; not tall little tall short adj of insufficient quantity to meet a need inadequate,poor,jejune short adv quickly and without warning abruptly,suddenly,dead short adv without possessing something at the time it is contractually sold short adv clean across short adv at some point or distance before a goal is reached shortage n the property of being an amount by which something is less than expected or required deficit,shortfall shortage n an acute insufficiency dearth,famine shortcake n very short biscuit dough baked as individual biscuits or a round loaf; served with sweetened fruit and usually whipped cream shortcoming n a failing or deficiency defect shortcut n a route shorter than the usual one cutoff,crosscut shorten v make shorter than originally intended; reduce or retrench in length or duration lengthen shorten v reduce in scope while retaining essential elements abridge,abbreviate,cut,contract,reduce shorten v make short or shorter shorten v become short or shorter lengthen shortened adj cut short shortened adj cut short in duration abbreviated,truncated shortened adj shortened by or as if by means of parts that slide one within another or are crushed one into another shortened adj with parts removed cut shortener n any agent that shortens shortening n fat such as butter or lard used in baked goods shortening n act of decreasing in length shortfall n the property of being an amount by which something is less than expected or required deficit,shortage shorthand n a method of writing rapidly using an abbreviated symbolic system shorthand adj written in abbreviated or symbolic form shortly adv for a short time shortly adv in the near future soon,presently shortly adv in a curt, abrupt and discourteous manner curtly,short shortly adv in a concise manner; in a few words concisely,briefly shortness n the property of being of short spatial extent shortness n the condition of being short of something shortness n the property of being truncated or short truncation shortness n the property of being of short temporal extent shorts n (used in the plural) trousers that end at or above the knee trunks shorts n underpants worn by men drawers,boxers shortsighted adj lacking foresight or scope short,myopic shortsighted adj unable to see distant objects clearly nearsighted,myopic shortsighted adj not given careful consideration improvident shortsightedness n (ophthalmology) eyesight abnormality resulting from the eye's faulty refractive ability; distant objects appear blurred myopia,nearsightedness shortsightedness n a lack of prudence and care by someone in the management of resources shortstop n (baseball) the person who plays the shortstop position shortstop n the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed between second and third base short shostakovich n Russian composer best known for his fifteen symphonies (1906-1975) shot n the act of firing a projectile shooting shot n a solid missile discharged from a firearm pellet shot n (sports) the act of swinging or striking at a ball with a club or racket or bat or cue or hand stroke shot n a chance to do something crack shot adj varying in color when seen in different lights or from different angles changeable,chatoyant,iridescent shotgun n firearm that is a double-barreled smoothbore shoulder weapon for firing shot at short ranges shoulder n the part of the body between the neck and the upper arm shoulder n a cut of meat including the upper joint of the foreleg shoulder n a ball-and-socket joint between the head of the humerus and a cavity of the scapula shoulder n the part of a garment that covers or fits over the shoulder shoulder v lift onto one's shoulders shoulder v push with the shoulders shoulder v carry a burden, either real or metaphoric shouldered adj having shoulders or shoulders as specified; usually used as a combining form shout n a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition cry,outcry,call,yell shout v utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking) whisper shout v utter a sudden loud cry cry,call,yell,scream,holler,hollo,squall shout v utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy exclaim,cry,outcry shout v use foul or abusive language towards abuse,blackguard shouted adj in a vehement outcry yelled shouting n encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators cheering shouting n uttering a loud inarticulate cry as of pain or excitement yelling shove n the act of shoving (giving a push to someone or something) shove v come into rough contact with while moving jostle shove v push roughly shove v press or force thrust,stuff,squeeze shovel n a hand tool for lifting loose material; consists of a curved container or scoop and a handle shovel n the quantity a shovel can hold shovel n a fire iron consisting of a small shovel used to scoop coals or ashes in a fireplace shovel n a machine for excavating excavator,digger shovel v dig with or as if with a shovel shover n someone who pushes pusher show n the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining show n something intended to communicate a particular impression display show n a social event involving a public performance or entertainment show n pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression appearance show v give an exhibition of to an interested audience demo,exhibit,present,demonstrate show v establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment prove,demonstrate,establish show v provide evidence for testify,prove,evidence show v make visible or noticeable hide showboat n a river steamboat on which theatrical performances could be given (especially on the Mississippi River) showcase n a setting in which something can be displayed to best effect showcase n a glass container used to store and display items in a shop or museum or home case,vitrine showdown n a hostile disagreement face-to-face confrontation,encounter shower n a plumbing fixture that sprays water over you shower n washing yourself by standing upright under water sprayed from a nozzle shower n a brief period of precipitation shower n a sudden downpour (as of tears or sparks etc) likened to a rain shower cascade shower v expend profusely; also used with abstract nouns lavish shower v spray or sprinkle with shower v take a shower; wash one's body in the shower shower v rain abundantly showgirl n a woman who dances in a chorus line chorine showing n the display of a motion picture screening,viewing showing n something shown to the public display,exhibit showman n a person skilled at making effective presentations showman n a sponsor who books and stages public entertainments promoter,impresario showmanship n the ability to present something (especially theatrical shows) in an attractive manner showpiece n the outstanding item (the prize piece or main exhibit) in a collection showroom n an area where merchandise (such as cars) can be displayed showtime n the time at which something is supposed to begin beginning,commencement,first,outset,start,kickoff,offset showy adj marked by ostentation but often tasteless flamboyant,splashy showy adj displaying brilliance and virtuosity showy adj (used especially of clothes) marked by conspicuous display flashy,gaudy,jazzy,sporty showy adj superficially attractive and stylish; suggesting wealth or expense glossy shrapnel n shell containing lead pellets that explodes in flight shred n a tiny or scarcely detectable amount scintilla,whit,iota,tittle,smidgen,smidge shred n a small piece of cloth or paper rag,tag,tatter shred v tear into shreds shredded adj prepared by cutting chopped,sliced shredder n a device that shreds documents (usually in order to prevent the wrong people from reading them) shreveport n a city in northwest Louisiana on the Red River near the Texas border shrew n a scolding nagging bad-tempered woman termagant shrew n small mouselike mammal with a long snout; related to moles shrewd adj marked by practical hardheaded intelligence astute,sharp shrewd adj acting with a specific goal calculating,conniving,scheming shrewdly adv in a shrewd manner astutely,acutely shrewdness n intelligence manifested by being astute (as in business dealings) astuteness shriek n sharp piercing cry scream,screaming,shrieking,screech,screeching shriek n a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry screech,screeching,shrieking,scream,screaming shriek v utter a shrill cry shrill,pipe shrieked adj uttered in a shrill scream as of pain or terror shrieking n sharp piercing cry scream,screaming,shriek,screech,screeching shrieking n a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry screech,screeching,shriek,scream,screaming shrift n the act of being shriven shrike n any of numerous Old World birds having a strong hooked bill that feed on smaller animals shrill v utter a shrill cry shriek,pipe shrill adj having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones sharp shrill adj being sharply insistent on being heard strident shrill adj of colors that are bright and gaudy shrimp n disparaging terms for small people runt,peewee shrimp n any of various edible decapod crustaceans prawn shrimp n small slender-bodied chiefly marine decapod crustaceans with a long tail and single pair of pincers; many species are edible shrimp v fish for shrimp shrimper n a vessel engaged in shrimping shrine n a place of worship hallowed by association with some sacred thing or person shrine v enclose in a shrine enshrine shrink n a physician who specializes in psychiatry psychiatrist shrink v wither, as with a loss of moisture shrivel,wither shrink v draw back, as with fear or pain flinch,squinch,funk,cringe,wince,recoil,quail shrink v reduce in size; reduce physically reduce shrink v become smaller or draw together contract stretch shrinkage n process or result of becoming less or smaller shrinking shrinkage n the amount by which something shrinks shrinkage n the act of stealing goods that are on display in a store shoplifting shrinking n process or result of becoming less or smaller shrinkage shrinking n the act of becoming less shrive v grant remission of a sin to absolve shrivel v wither, as with a loss of moisture shrink,wither shrivel v decrease in size, range, or extent shrink shriveled adj (used especially of vegetation) having lost all moisture sere,sear,withered shriveled adj lean and wrinkled by shrinkage as from age or illness shrunken,withered,wizen,wizened shriveled adj reduced in efficacy or vitality or intensity shrunken shroud n a line that suspends the harness from the canopy of a parachute shroud n (nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind sheet,tack,mainsheet shroud n burial garment in which a corpse is wrapped pall shroud v cover as if with a shroud enshroud,hide,cover shroud v form a cover like a shroud shroud v wrap in a shroud shrub n a low woody perennial plant usually having several major stems bush shrubbery n an area where a number of shrubs are planted shrubbery n a collection of shrubs growing together shrubby adj of or relating to or resembling a shrub shrug n a gesture involving the shoulders shrug v raise one's shoulders to indicate indifference or resignation shrunken adj lean and wrinkled by shrinkage as from age or illness shriveled,withered,wizen,wizened shrunken adj reduced in efficacy or vitality or intensity shriveled shtick n (Yiddish) a little; a piece shtick n (Yiddish) a contrived and often used bit of business that a performer uses to steal attention shtick n (Yiddish) a prank or piece of clowning shtick n (Yiddish) a devious trick; a bit of cheating shtup n slang for sexual intercourse fuck,fucking,screw,screwing,ass,shag shuck n material consisting of seed coverings and small pieces of stem or leaves that have been separated from the seeds chaff,husk,stalk,straw,stubble shuck v remove from the shell shuck v remove the shucks from shucks n something of little value damn,darn,hoot,shit shucks n an expression of disappointment or irritation shudder n an almost pleasurable sensation of fright shiver,chill,quiver,thrill,tingle shudder n an involuntary vibration (as if from illness or fear) tremor shudder v shake, as from cold shiver shudder v tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement shiver,throb,thrill shuddering adj shaking convulsively or violently shudra n a member of the lowest or worker Hindu caste shudra n the lowest of the four varnas: the servants and workers of low status shuffle n the act of mixing cards haphazardly shuffling,make shuffle n walking with a slow dragging motion without lifting your feet shamble,shuffling shuffle v walk by dragging one's feet scuffle,shamble shuffle v move about, move back and forth shuffle v mix so as to make a random order or arrangement ruffle,mix shuffler n the card player who shuffles the cards shuffler n someone who walks without raising the feet shuffling n walking with a slow dragging motion without lifting your feet shamble,shuffle shuffling n the act of mixing cards haphazardly shuffle,make shun v avoid and stay away from deliberately; stay clear of eschew shun v expel from a community or group banish,ban,ostracize,blackball shunning n deliberately avoiding; keeping away from or preventing from happening avoidance,dodging shunt n a passage by which a bodily fluid (especially blood) is diverted from one channel to another shunt n a conductor having low resistance in parallel with another device to divert a fraction of the current bypass shunt n implant consisting of a tube made of plastic or rubber; for draining fluids within the body shunt v transfer to another track, of trains shunt v provide with or divert by means of an electrical shunt shush v silence (someone) by uttering `shush!' shut v move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut close shut v become closed close shut v prevent from entering; shut out exclude shut adj not open closed open shut adj used especially of mouth or eyes closed shutdown n termination of operations closure,closing shutout n a defeat in a game where one side fails to score skunk shutter n a mechanical device on a camera that opens and closes to control the time of a photographic exposure shutter n a hinged blind for a window shutter v close with shutters shutterbug n a photography enthusiast shuttered adj provided with shutters or shutters as specified; often used in combination shutting n the act of closing something closing shuttle n badminton equipment consisting of a ball of cork or rubber with a crown of feathers shuttlecock,bird,birdie shuttle n public transport that consists of a bus or train or airplane that flies back and forth between two points shuttle n bobbin that passes the weft thread between the warp threads shuttle v travel back and forth between two points shuttlecock n badminton equipment consisting of a ball of cork or rubber with a crown of feathers bird,birdie,shuttle shuttlecock v send or toss to and fro, like a shuttlecock shy n a quick throw shy v start suddenly, as from fright shy v throw quickly shy adj lacking self-confidence diffident,timid,unsure shy adj short shy adj wary and distrustful; disposed to avoid persons or things shyly adv in a shy or timid or bashful manner timidly shyness n a feeling of fear of embarrassment shyster n a person (especially a lawyer or politician) who uses unscrupulous or unethical methods si n a tetravalent nonmetallic element; next to oxygen it is the most abundant element in the earth's crust; occurs in clay and feldspar and gran silicon si n a complete metric system of units of measurement for scientists; fundamental quantities are length (meter) and mass (kilogram) and time (sec si n the syllable naming the seventh (subtonic) note of any musical scale in solmization ti,te siam n a country of southeastern Asia that extends southward along the Isthmus of Kra to the Malay Peninsula thailand siamang n large black gibbon of Sumatra having the 2nd and 3rd toes partially united by a web siamese n a branch of the Tai languages thai siamese n a native or inhabitant of Thailand thai,tai siamese n an inlet with two or more couplings to which a hose can be attached so that fire engines can pump water into the sprinkler system of a build siamese n a slender short-haired blue-eyed breed of cat having a pale coat with dark ears paws face and tail tip siamese adj of or relating to or characteristic of Thailand or its people thai,tai siamese adj of or relating to the languages of the Thai people thai,tai siamese adj of or relating to Thailand thai,tai sian n a city of central China; capital of ancient Chinese empire 221-206 BC xian sib n a person's brother or sister sibling sib n one related by blood or origin; especially on sharing an ancestor with another cognate siberia n a vast Asian region of Russia; famous for long cold winters siberian n a native or inhabitant of Siberia siberian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Siberia or the Siberians sibling n a person's brother or sister sib sibyl n a woman who tells fortunes sibyl n (ancient Rome) a woman who was regarded as an oracle or prophet sic v urge to attack someone set sic adv intentionally so written (used after a printed word or phrase) sichuan n a populous province of south central China szechuan sicilian n a resident of Sicily sicilian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Sicily or the people of Sicily sicily n the Italian region on the island of Sicily sicily n the largest island in the Mediterranean sick n people who are sick sick v eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth vomit,purge,cast,cat,disgorge,retch,puke,barf sick adj affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function ill sick adj feeling nausea; feeling about to vomit nauseated,nauseous,queasy,sickish sick adj affected with madness or insanity crazy,demented,disturbed,mad,unbalanced,unhinged sick adj having a strong distaste from surfeit disgusted sickbed n the bed on which a sick person lies sicken v cause aversion in; offend the moral sense of disgust,revolt,nauseate sicken v get sick sicken v upset and make nauseated nauseate sicken v make sick or ill sickening adj causing or able to cause nausea nauseating,nauseous,noisome,queasy,loathsome,offensive,vile sickish adj feeling nausea; feeling about to vomit nauseated,nauseous,queasy,sick sickle n an edge tool for cutting grass or crops; has a curved blade and a short handle sickly adj unhealthy looking sallow sickly adj somewhat ill or prone to illness ailing,peaked,poorly,unwell,seedy sickness n impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism illness,unwellness,malady sickness n defectiveness or unsoundness sickness n the state that precedes vomiting nausea siddhartha n founder of Buddhism (c 563-483 BC) buddha side n a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location side n one of two or more contesting groups side n either the left or right half of a body side n a surface forming part of the outside of an object face side v take sides for or against side adj located on a side top,bottom sidearm adj (of pitches) made with the arm moving parallel to the ground sidearm adv in a sidearm manner sidebar n (law) a courtroom conference between the lawyers and the judge that is held out of the jury's hearing sidebar n a short news story presenting sidelights on a major story sidecar n a cocktail made of orange liqueur with lemon juice and brandy sidecar n conveyance consisting of a small carrier attached to the side of a motorcycle sidekick n a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities buddy,brother,chum,crony,pal sideline n a line that marks the side boundary of a playing field sideline n an auxiliary line of merchandise sideline n an auxiliary activity avocation,hobby,pursuit sideline v remove from the center of activity or attention; place into an inferior position sidelong adj (used especially of glances) directed to one side with or as if with doubt or suspicion or envy askance,asquint,squint sidelong adj situated at or extending to the side lateral sidelong adj inclining or directed to one side sidelong adv on the side sidelong adv with the side toward someone or something sidelong adv to, toward or at one side sideways,obliquely sidereal adj of or relating to the stars or constellations sidereal adj (of divisions of time) determined by daily motion of the stars civil sideshow n a subordinate incident of little importance relative to the main event sideshow n a minor show that is part of a larger one (as at the circus) sidetrack n a short stretch of railroad track used to store rolling stock or enable trains on the same line to pass siding,turnout sidetrack v wander from a direct or straight course depart,digress,straggle sidewalk n walk consisting of a paved area for pedestrians; usually beside a street or roadway pavement sideways adj (of movement) at an angle sideways adv with one side forward or to the front sidewise sideways adv from the side; obliquely sidewise sideways adv toward one side sidewise sideways adv to, toward or at one side sidelong,obliquely sidewinder n small pale-colored desert rattlesnake of southwestern United States; body moves in an s-shaped curve sidewinder n air-to-air missile with infrared homing device sidewise adv toward one side sideways sidewise adv with one side forward or to the front sideways sidewise adv from the side; obliquely sideways siding n a short stretch of railroad track used to store rolling stock or enable trains on the same line to pass turnout,sidetrack siding n material applied to the outside of a building to make it weatherproof sidle v move unobtrusively or furtively sidle v move sideways sashay sidney n English poet (1554-1586) siege n the action of an armed force that surrounds a fortified place and isolates it while continuing to attack besieging,beleaguering siegfried n (German mythology) mythical German warrior hero of the Nibelungenlied who takes possession of the accursed treasure of the Nibelungs by slay sienna n an earth color containing ferric oxides; used as a pigment sierra n a range of mountains (usually with jagged peaks and irregular outline) sierra n a Spanish mackerel of western North America siesta n a nap in the early afternoon (especially in hot countries) sieve n a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles screen sieve v examine in order to test suitability screen,sort sieve v check and sort carefully sift sieve v separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements sift,strain sieve v distinguish and separate out sift sif n (Norse mythology) wife of Thor and guardian of the home sift v move as if through a sieve sift v separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements sieve,strain sift v check and sort carefully sieve sift v distinguish and separate out sieve sifter n a household sieve (as for flour) sifting n the act of separating grain from chaff winnow,winnowing sigh n an utterance made by exhaling audibly sigh n a sound like a person sighing sigh v heave or utter a sigh; breathe deeply and heavily suspire sigh v utter with a sigh sight n an instance of visual perception sight n anything that is seen sight n the ability to see; the visual faculty vision sight n a range of mental vision sight v catch sight of; to perceive with the eyes spy sight v take aim by looking through the sights of a gun (or other device) sighted adj able to see blind sighting n the act of observing sights n an optical instrument for aiding the eye in aiming, as on a firearm or surveying instrument sightseeing n going about to look at places of interest sigma n the 18th letter of the Greek alphabet sigmoid adj curved in two directions (like the letter S) sigmoid adj of or relating to the sigmoid flexure in the large intestine sigmoidal sigmoidal adj of or relating to the sigmoid flexure in the large intestine sigmoid sign n a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened) mark sign n a public display of a message sign n any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message signal,signaling sign n structure displaying a board on which advertisements can be posted signboard sign v mark with one's signature; write one's name (on) subscribe sign v approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation ratify sign v be engaged by a written agreement sign v engage by written agreement contract sign adj used of the language of the deaf signed signage n signs collectively (especially commercial signs or posters) signal n any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message signaling,sign signal n any incitement to action signal n an electric quantity (voltage or current or field strength) whose modulation represents coded information about the source from which it com signal v communicate silently and non-verbally by signals or signs sign signal v be a signal for or a symptom of bespeak,indicate,point signal adj notably out of the ordinary signaling n any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message signal,sign signalman n a railroad employee in charge of signals and point in a railroad yard signatory n someone who signs and is bound by a document signer signature n your name written in your own handwriting signature n a distinguishing style touch signature n a melody used to identify a performer or a dance band or radio/tv program signature n the sharps or flats that follow the clef and indicate the key signboard n structure displaying a board on which advertisements can be posted sign signed adj having a handwritten signature unsigned signed adj used of the language of the deaf sign signer n someone who can use sign language to communicate signer n someone who signs and is bound by a document signatory signet n a seal (especially one used to mark documents officially) significance n the quality of being significant insignificance significance n a meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred import,implication significance n the message that is intended or expressed or signified meaning,import significant adj important in effect or meaning important insignificant significant adj of considerable importance, size, or worth substantial significant adj too closely correlated to be attributed to chance and therefore indicating a systematic relation significant adj rich in significance or implication meaning,pregnant significantly adv in a statistically significant way significantly adv in a significant manner significantly adv in an important way or to an important degree importantly signified n the meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted sense signify v denote or connote mean,intend signify v convey or express a meaning signify v make known with a word or signal signing n language expressed by visible hand gestures signor n used as an Italian courtesy title; can be prefixed to the name or used separately signore n an Italian title of respect for a man; equivalent to the English `sir'; used separately (not prefixed to his name) signpost n a post bearing a sign that gives directions or shows the way guidepost signpost v mark with a signpost, as of a path sigurd n (Norse mythology) mythical Norse warrior hero who gains an accursed hoard of gold and was killed by Brynhild; Siegfried is the German counte sika n small deer of Japan with slightly forked antlers sikh n an adherent of Sikhism sikh adj of or relating to the Sikhs or their religious beliefs and customs sikhism n the doctrines of a monotheistic religion founded in northern India in the 16th century by Guru Nanak and combining elements of Hinduism and silage n fodder harvested while green and kept succulent by partial fermentation as in a silo sild n any of various young herrings (other than brislings) canned as sardines in Norway silence n the state of being silent (as when no one is speaking) silence n the absence of sound quiet sound silence n a refusal to speak when expected silence n the trait of keeping things secret secrecy,secretiveness silence v cause to be quiet or not talk hush,quieten,still silence v keep from expression, for example by threats or pressure silenced adj reduced to silence silencer n short tube attached to the muzzle of a gun that deadens the sound of firing silencer n a tubular acoustic device inserted in the exhaust system that is designed to reduce noise muffler silent adj marked by absence of sound soundless,still silent adj failing to speak or communicate etc when expected to mum silent adj implied by or inferred from actions or statements tacit,understood silent adj not made to sound silently adv without speaking silesia n a region of central Europe rich in deposits of coal and iron ore; annexed by Prussia in 1742 but now largely in Poland silesia n a sturdy twill-weave cotton fabric; used for pockets and linings silex n a pure form of finely ground silica silex n a vacuum coffee maker silhouette n an outline of a solid object (as cast by its shadow) silhouette n a drawing of the outline of an object; filled in with some uniform color silhouette v project on a background, such as a screen, like a silhouette silhouette v represent by a silhouette silica n a white or colorless vitreous insoluble solid (SiO2); various forms occur widely in the earth's crust as quartz or cristobalite or tridymite silicate n a salt or ester derived from silicic acid silicon n a tetravalent nonmetallic element; next to oxygen it is the most abundant element in the earth's crust; occurs in clay and feldspar and gran si silicone n any of a large class of siloxanes that are unusually stable over a wide range of temperatures; used in lubricants and adhesives and coatings silk n a fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae silk n animal fibers produced by silkworms and other larvae that spin cocoons and by most spiders silken adj having a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light sleek,silky,slick silks n the brightly colored garments of a jockey; emblematic of the stable silkscreen n a print made using a stencil process in which an image or design is superimposed on a very fine mesh screen and printing ink is squeegeed on silkscreen v print by silkscreen silkwood n a fast-growing tropical American evergreen having white flowers and white fleshy edible fruit; bark yields a silky fiber used in cordage and silkworm n the commercially bred hairless white caterpillar of the domestic silkworm moth which spins a cocoon that can be processed to yield silk fibe silkworm n larva of a saturniid moth; spins a large amount of strong silk in constructing its cocoon silky adj having a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light sleek,silken,slick sill n structural member consisting of a continuous horizontal timber forming the lowest member of a framework or supporting structure sill n (geology) a flat (usually horizontal) mass of igneous rock between two layers of older sedimentary rock silliness n a ludicrous folly absurdity silliness n an impulsive scatterbrained manner sills n United States operatic soprano (born in 1929) silly n a word used for misbehaving children silly adj ludicrous, foolish goofy,wacky,zany silly adj lacking seriousness; given to frivolity dizzy,giddy,lightheaded silly adj inspiring scornful pity pathetic,ridiculous silly adj dazed from or as if from repeated blows slaphappy silo n a cylindrical tower used for storing silage silo n military installation consisting of an underground structure where ballistic missiles can be stored and fired silt n mud or clay or small rocks deposited by a river or lake silt v become chocked with silt silva n the forest trees growing in a country or region sylva silver n a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite an ag silver n coins made of silver silver n a light shade of grey silver n silverware eating utensils flatware silver v coat with a layer of silver or a silver amalgam silver v make silver in color silver v turn silver silver adj made from or largely consisting of silver silver adj having the white lustrous sheen of silver silvern,silvery silver adj of lustrous grey; covered with or tinged with the color of silver argent,silvery silver adj expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively eloquent,facile,fluent silvern adj resembling or reminiscent of silver silvery silvern adj having the white lustrous sheen of silver silver,silvery silverside n small fishes having a silver stripe along each side; abundant along the Atlantic coast of the United States silversides silversides n small fishes having a silver stripe along each side; abundant along the Atlantic coast of the United States silverside silversides n the common North American shiner silversmith n someone who makes or repairs articles of silver silverware n tableware made of silver or silver plate or pewter or stainless steel silvery adj resembling or reminiscent of silver silvern silvery adj having the white lustrous sheen of silver silver,silvern silvery adj of lustrous grey; covered with or tinged with the color of silver argent,silver silvia n type genus of the Sylviidae: warblers sima n rock that form the continuous lower layer of the earth's crust; rich in silicon and magnesium simeon n (Old Testament) the 2nd son of Jacob and one of the 12 patriarchs of Israel simian n an ape or monkey simian adj relating to or resembling an ape similar adj marked by correspondence or resemblance dissimilar similar adj having the same or similar characteristics alike,like similar adj resembling or similar; having the same or some of the same characteristics; often used in combination like similar adj (of words) expressing closely related meanings similarity n the quality of being similar dissimilarity similarity n a Gestalt principle of organization holding that (other things being equal) parts of a stimulus field that are similar to each other tend to similarly adv in like or similar manner likewise simmer n temperature just below the boiling point simmer v boil slowly at low temperature simmering n cooking in a liquid that has been brought to a boil boiling,stewing simnel n a crisp bread of fine white flour simnel n a fruitcake (sometimes covered with almond paste) eaten at mid-Lent or Easter or Christmas simon n one of the twelve Apostles (first century) simon n United States singer and songwriter (born in 1942) simon n United States playwright noted for light comedies (born in 1927) simon n United States economist and psychologist who pioneered in the development of cognitive science (1916-2001) simony n traffic in ecclesiastical offices or preferments barratry simper n a silly self-conscious smile simper v smile affectedly or derisively smirk simple n any herbaceous plant having medicinal properties simple n a person lacking intelligence or common sense simpleton simple adj having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved complex simple adj easy and not involved or complicated elementary,uncomplicated simple adj apart from anything else; without additions or modifications bare,mere simple adj exhibiting childlike simplicity and credulity childlike simpleness n a lack of penetration or subtlety simplicity simpleness n the quality of being simple or uncompounded simplicity simpleness n freedom from difficulty or hardship or effort ease,simplicity simpleness n lack of ornamentation restraint,simplicity simpleton n a person lacking intelligence or common sense simple simplex adj allowing communication in only one direction at a time, or in telegraphy allowing only one message over a line at a time simplex adj having only one part or element simplicity n the quality of being simple or uncompounded simpleness complexity simplicity n a lack of penetration or subtlety simpleness simplicity n absence of affectation or pretense simplicity n freedom from difficulty or hardship or effort ease,simpleness simplification n an explanation that omits superfluous details and reduces complexity simplification n elimination of superfluous details simplification n the act of reducing complexity reduction simplify v make simpler or easier or reduce in complexity or extent complicate simplistic adj characterized by extreme and often misleading simplicity simply adv and nothing more merely,just,only,but simply adv (used for emphasis) absolutely just simply adv absolutely; altogether; really simply adv in a simple manner; without extravagance or embellishment plainly simpson n United States divorcee whose marriage to Edward VIII created a constitutional crisis leading to his abdication simpson n Scottish obstetrician and surgeon who pioneered in the use of ether and discovered the anesthetic effects of chloroform (1811-1870) simulate v reproduce someone's behavior or looks imitate,copy simulate v create a representation or model of model simulate v make a pretence of assume,sham,feign simulated adj not genuine or real; being an imitation of the genuine article fake,false,faux,imitation simulated adj reproduced or made to resemble; imitative in character simulation n the act of imitating the behavior of some situation or some process by means of something suitably analogous (especially for the purpose of simulation n (computer science) the technique of representing the real world by a computer program simulation n representation of something (sometimes on a smaller scale) model simulation n the act of giving a false appearance pretense,pretence,pretending,feigning simulator n a machine that simulates an environment for the purpose of training or research simulcast n a broadcast that is carried simultaneously by radio and television (or by FM and AM radio) simultaneous adj occurring or operating at the same time coincident,coincidental,coinciding,concurrent simultaneously adv at the same instant sin n estrangement from god wickedness sin n an act that is regarded by theologians as a transgression of God's will sinning sin n ratio of the length of the side opposite the given angle to the length of the hypotenuse of a right-angled triangle sine sin n (Akkadian) god of the Moon; counterpart of Sumerian Nanna sin v commit a sin; violate a law of God or a moral law transgress,trespass sin v commit a faux pas or a fault or make a serious mistake blunder,boob,goof sinai n a mountain peak in the southern Sinai Peninsula (7,500 feet high); it is believed to be the peak on which Moses received the Ten Commandment sinai n a desert on the Sinai Peninsula in northeastern Egypt sinai n a peninsula in northeastern Egypt; at north end of Red Sea sinatra n United States singer and film actor (1915-1998) sinbad n in the Arabian Nights a hero who tells of the fantastic adventures he had in his voyages sincere adj open and genuine; not deceitful insincere sincere adj characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions earnest,solemn sincerely adv with sincerity; without pretense truly sincerely adv written formula for ending a letter sincerity n an earnest and sincere feeling earnestness,seriousness sincerity n the quality of being open and truthful; not deceitful or hypocritical sincerity n a quality of naturalness and simplicity sincerity n the trait of being serious seriousness,earnestness sinclair n United States writer whose novels argued for social reform (1878-1968) sinclair n English electrical engineer who founded a company that introduced many innovative products (born in 1940) sind n a region of southeastern Pakistan sine n ratio of the length of the side opposite the given angle to the length of the hypotenuse of a right-angled triangle sin sinecure n a benefice to which no spiritual or pastoral duties are attached sinecure n an office that involves minimal duties sinewy adj (of meat) full of sinews; especially impossible to chew fibrous,stringy sinewy adj consisting of tendons or resembling a tendon sinewy adj (of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful brawny,hefty,muscular,powerful sinful adj characterized by iniquity; wicked because it is believed to be a sin ungodly sinful adj having committed unrighteous acts unholy,wicked sinful adj far more than usual or expected extraordinary sing v deliver by singing sing v produce tones with the voice sing v to make melodious sounds sing v make a whining, ringing, or whistling sound whistle singalong n informal group singing of popular songs singsong singapore n the capital of Singapore; one of the world's biggest ports singapore n a country in southeastern Asia on the island of Singapore; achieved independence from Malaysia in 1965 singapore n an island to the south of the Malay Peninsula singe n a surface burn scorch singe v burn superficially or lightly swinge singe v become superficially burned scorch,sear singer n a person who sings vocalist singer n United States inventor of an improved chain-stitch sewing machine (1811-1875) singer n United States writer (born in Poland) of Yiddish stories and novels (1904-1991) singing n the act of singing vocal music singing n disclosing information or giving evidence about another tattle,telling singing adj smooth and flowing single n a base hit on which the batter stops safely at first base bingle single n the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number one,i,ace,unity single v hit a single single adj being or characteristic of a single thing or person individual single adj used of flowers having usually only one row or whorl of petals double single adj existing alone or consisting of one entity or part or aspect or individual multiple single adj not married or related to the unmarried state unmarried singles n badminton played with one person on each side singles n tennis played with one person on each side singlet n a collarless men's undergarment for the upper part of the body vest,undershirt singleton n a single object (as distinguished from a pair) singleton n a set containing a single member singleton n the playing card that is the only card in a suit held in a bridge hand as initially dealt singly adv one by one; one at a time multiply singly adv apart from others individually,separately,severally singsong n a regular and monotonous rising and falling intonation singsong n informal group singing of popular songs singalong singsong v speak, chant, or declaim in a singsong singsong v move as if accompanied by a singsong singsong adj uttered in a monotonous cadence or rhythm as in chanting intoned singular n the form of a word that is used to denote a singleton plural singular adj unusual or striking remarkable singular adj beyond or deviating from the usual or expected curious,funny,odd,peculiar,queer,rum,rummy singular adj being a single and separate person or thing singular adj composed of one member, set, or kind plural singularity n the quality of being one of a kind uniqueness singularity n strangeness by virtue of being remarkable or unusual singularly adv in a singular manner or to a singular degree sinhala n the Indic language spoken by the people of Sri Lanka sinhalese sinhala adj of or relating to the Sinhalese languages sinhalese sinhalese n a native or inhabitant of Sri Lanka sinhalese n the Indic language spoken by the people of Sri Lanka sinhala sinhalese adj of or relating to the Sinhalese languages sinhala sinhalese adj of or relating to the Sinhalese people sinister adj threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments baleful,forbidding,menacing,minacious,minatory,ominous,threatening sinister adj stemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable black,dark sinister adj on or starting from the wearer's left sink n plumbing fixture consisting of a water basin fixed to a wall or floor and having a drainpipe sink n (technology) a process that acts to absorb or remove energy or a substance from a system source sink n a depression in the ground communicating with a subterranean passage (especially in limestone) and formed by solution or by collapse of a ca sinkhole sink n a covered cistern; waste water and sewage flow into it cesspool,sump sink v fall or descend to a lower place or level drop sink v cause to sink sink v pass into a specified state or condition pass,lapse sink v go under settle float sinker n a small ring-shaped friedcake doughnut,donut sinker n a weight that sinks (as to hold nets or fishing lines under water) sinker n a pitch that curves downward rapidly as it approaches the plate sinkhole n a depression in the ground communicating with a subterranean passage (especially in limestone) and formed by solution or by collapse of a ca sink sinking n a descent as through liquid (especially through water) sinking n a slow fall or decline (as for lack of strength) sinking n a feeling caused by uneasiness or apprehension sinless adj free from sin innocent sinner n a person who sins (without repenting) evildoer sinning n an act that is regarded by theologians as a transgression of God's will sin sinning adj transgressing a moral or divine law sinter v cause (ores or powdery metals) to become a coherent mass by heating without melting sinuous adj curved or curving in and out wiggly sinuous adj gracefully thin and bending and moving with ease lissom,lithe,lithesome,supple sinus n an abnormal passage leading from a suppurating cavity to the body surface fistula sinus n any of various air-filled cavities especially in the bones of the skull sinus n a wide channel containing blood; does not have the coating of an ordinary blood vessel sinusoid n tiny endothelium-lined passages for blood in the tissue of an organ sinusoid n the curve of y=sin x sinusoidal adj having a succession of waves or curves sinusoidally adv in a sinusoidal manner sion n originally a stronghold captured by David (the 2nd king of the Israelites); above it was built a temple and later the name extended to the w zion sion n Jewish republic in southwestern Asia at eastern end of Mediterranean; formerly part of Palestine israel,zion sion n an imaginary place considered to be perfect or ideal utopia,zion siouan n a member of a group of North American Indian peoples who spoke a Siouan language and who ranged from Lake Michigan to the Rocky Mountains sioux siouan n a family of North American Indian languages spoken by the Sioux siouan adj of or relating to the Sioux people or their language and culture sioux n a member of a group of North American Indian peoples who spoke a Siouan language and who ranged from Lake Michigan to the Rocky Mountains siouan sip n a small drink sip v drink in sips siphon n a tube running from the liquid in a vessel to a lower level outside the vessel so that gravity forces the liquid through the tube siphon n a tubular organ in an aquatic animal (especially in mollusks) through which water can be taken in or expelled siphon v convey, draw off, or empty by or as if by a siphon siphon v move a liquid from one container into another by means of a siphon or a siphoning action sir n term of address for a man sir n a title used before the name of knight or baronet sire n a title of address formerly used for a man of rank and authority sire n the founder of a family forefather,father sire n male parent of an animal especially a domestic animal such as a horse sire v make (offspring) by reproduction beget,get,engender,father,mother,generate siren n a sea nymph (part woman and part bird) supposed to lure sailors to destruction on the rocks where the nymphs lived siren n a woman who is considered to be dangerously seductive enchantress,temptress,delilah siren n a warning signal that is a loud wailing sound siren n an acoustic device producing a loud often wailing sound as a signal or warning sirenian n any of two families of large herbivorous aquatic mammals with paddle-shaped tails and flipper-like forelimbs and no hind limbs siris n large spreading Old World tree having large leaves and globose clusters of greenish-yellow flowers and long seed pods that clatter in the wi sirius n the brightest star in the sky; in Canis Major sirloin n the portion of the loin (especially of beef) just in front of the rump sirrah n formerly a contemptuous term of address to an inferior man or boy; often used in anger sis n a female person who has the same parents as another person sister sise n the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one six,vi,sixer,sextet,sextuplet siskin n small yellow-and-black Eurasian finch with a sharp beak sissy n a timid man or boy considered childish or unassertive pansy,milksop sissy adj having unsuitable feminine qualities effeminate,emasculate,cissy sister n a female person who has the same parents as another person sis brother sister n (Roman Catholic Church) a title given to a nun (and used as a form of address) sister n a female person who is a fellow member of a sorority or labor union or other group sisterhood n the kinship relation between a female offspring and the siblings sisterhood n an association or society of women who are linked together by a common religion or trade or interest sisterhood n a religious society of women who live together as sisters (especially an order of nuns) sisyphus n (Greek legend) a king in ancient Greece who offended Zeus and whose punishment was to roll a huge boulder to the top of a steep hill; each t sit v be seated stand,lie sit v be around, often idly or without specific purpose sit v take a seat sit v be in session sita n wife of the Hindu god Rama; regarded as an ideal of womanhood sitar n a stringed instrument of India; has a long neck and movable frets; has 6 or 7 metal strings for playing and usually 13 resonating strings sitcom n a humorous drama based on situations that might arise in day-to-day life sitcom n a humorous television program based on situations that could arise in everyday life site n the piece of land on which something is located (or is to be located) site n physical position in relation to the surroundings situation site n a computer connected to the internet that maintains a series of web pages on the World Wide Web website site v assign a location to locate,place sitka n a town in southeastern Alaska that was the capital of Russian America and served as the capital of Alaska from 1867 until 1906 sitter n Dutch astronomer who calculated the size of the universe and suggested that it is expanding (1872-1934) sitter n an organism (person or animal) that sits stander sitter n a person engaged to care for children when the parents are not home babysitter sitter n a person who poses for a painter or sculptor sitting n (photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait) posing sitting n the act of assuming or maintaining a seated position sitting n a meeting of spiritualists seance,session sitting n a session as of a legislature or court sitting adj (of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks seated sitting adj not moving and therefore easy to attack situate v determine or indicate the place, site, or limits of, as if by an instrument or by a survey locate situate v put (something somewhere) firmly fix,posit,deposit situated adj situated in a particular spot or position located,placed,set situation n the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time situation n a condition or position in which you find yourself position situation n a complex or critical or unusual difficulty situation n physical position in relation to the surroundings site sitwell n English poet (1887-1964) six n the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one vi,sixer,sise,sextet,sextuplet six n a playing card or domino or die whose upward face shows six pips six adj denoting a quantity consisting of six items or units vi sixer n the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one six,vi,sise,sextet,sextuplet sixfold adj having six units or components sixfold adv by a factor of six sixsome n six people considered as a unit sextet sixteen n the cardinal number that is the sum of fifteen and one sixteen adj being one more than fifteen sixteenth n position 16 in a countable series of things sixteenth n one part in sixteen equal parts sixteenth adj coming next after the fifteenth in position sixth n position six in a countable series of things sixth n one part in six equal parts sixth n the musical interval between one note and another six notes away from it sixth adj coming next after the fifth and just before the seventh in position sixties n the decade from 1960 to 1969 sixties n the time of life between 60 and 70 sixtieth n position 60 in a countable series of things sixtieth n one part in sixty equal parts sixtieth adj the ordinal number of sixty in counting order sixty n the cardinal number that is the product of ten and six sixty adj being ten more than fifty threescore sizable adj fairly large in size ample,sizeable sizable adj large in amount or extent or degree goodly,goodish,healthy,hefty,respectable,sizeable,tidy size n the physical magnitude of something (how big it is) size n the property resulting from being one of a series of graduated measurements (as of clothing) size n any glutinous material used to fill pores in surfaces or to stiffen fabrics sizing size n the actual state of affairs size v cover or stiffen or glaze a porous material with size or sizing (a glutinous substance) size v sort according to size size v make to a size; bring to a suitable size size adj (used in combination) sized sizeable adj fairly large in size ample,sizable sizeable adj large in amount or extent or degree goodly,goodish,healthy,hefty,respectable,sizable,tidy sized adj having a specified size sized adj having the surface treated or coated with sizing sizing n any glutinous material used to fill pores in surfaces or to stiffen fabrics size sizz v express or utter with a hiss hiss sizz v make a sharp hissing sound, as if to show disapproval hiss sizzle n a sizzling noise sizzle v make a sound like frying fat sizzle v seethe with deep anger or resentment sizzle v burn or sear with a sizzling sound sizzling adj hot enough to burn with or as if with a hissing sound sizzling adj characterized by intense emotion or interest or excitement skagit n a member of the Salish people in northwestern Washington skagit n a Salishan dialect spoken by the Skagit skank n any substance considered disgustingly foul or unpleasant filth,crud skank n a rhythmic dance to reggae music performed by bending forward and extending the hands while bending the knees skank v dance the skank skanky adj highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust disgusting,distasteful,foul,loathsome,repellent,repelling,revolting,wicked skate n sports equipment that is worn on the feet to enable the wearer to glide along and to be propelled by the alternate actions of the legs skate n large edible rays having a long snout and thick tail with pectoral fins continuous with the head; swim by undulating the edges of the pector skate v move along on skates skateboard n a board with wheels that is ridden in a standing or crouching position and propelled by foot skateboard v ride on a flat board with rollers attached to the bottom skateboarding n the sport of skating on a skateboard skater n someone who skates skating n the sport of gliding on skates skeet n the sport of shooting at clay pigeons that are hurled upward in such a way as to simulate the flight of a bird skeg n a brace that extends from the rear of the keel to support the rudderpost skein n coils of worsted yarn skeletal adj of or relating to or forming or attached to a skeleton skeletal adj very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold emaciated,gaunt,haggard,pinched,wasted skeleton n something reduced to its minimal form skeleton n a scandal that is kept secret skeleton n the hard structure (bones and cartilages) that provides a frame for the body of an animal frame skeleton n the internal supporting structure that gives an artifact its shape frame skep n a large round wicker basket (used on farms) skep n a domed beehive made of twisted straw skeptic n someone who habitually doubts accepted beliefs sceptic,doubter skeptical adj denying or questioning the tenets of especially a religion disbelieving,unbelieving skeptical adj marked by or given to doubt doubting,questioning skeptically adv with scepticism; in a sceptical manner skepticism n doubt about the truth of something incredulity,disbelief skepticism n the disbelief in any claims of ultimate knowledge sketch n preliminary drawing for later elaboration study sketch n a brief literary description vignette sketch n short descriptive summary (of events) survey,resume sketch n a humorous or satirical drawing published in a newspaper or magazine cartoon sketch v make a sketch of sketch v describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of outline sketchbook n a book containing sheets of paper on which sketches can be drawn sketchy adj giving only major points; lacking completeness skew v turn or place at an angle align skew adj having an oblique or slanting direction or position skewed skewed adj having an oblique or slanting direction or position skew skewer n a long pin for holding meat in position while it is being roasted skewer v drive a skewer through spit skewness n an oblique or slanting asymmetry ski n narrow wood or metal or plastic runners used in pairs for gliding over snow ski v move along on skis skid n one of a pair of planks used to make a track for rolling or sliding objects skid n a restraint provided when the brake linings are moved hydraulically against the brake drum to retard the wheel's rotation shoe skid n an unexpected slide slip skid v slide without control skid v elevate onto skids skid v apply a brake or skid to skid v move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner slip,slue,slew,slide skidder n a person who slips or slides because of loss of traction slider,slipper skidder n a worker who uses a skid to move logs skidder n a tractor used to haul logs over rough terrain skier n someone who skis skiff n any of various small boats propelled by oars or by sails or by a motor skiffle n a style of popular music in the 1950s; based on American folk music and played on guitars and improvised percussion instruments skiing n a sport in which participants must travel on skis skilful adj having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude adept,expert,good,practiced,proficient,skillful skill n an ability that has been acquired by training accomplishment,acquirement,acquisition,attainment skill n ability to produce solutions in some problem domain science skilled adj having or showing or requiring special skill unskilled skillet n a pan used for frying foods skillful adj having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude adept,expert,good,practiced,proficient,skilful skillful adj done with delicacy and skill nice skillfully adv with skill skim n a thin layer covering the surface of a liquid skim n reading or glancing through quickly skimming skim v travel on the surface of water plane skim v move or pass swiftly and lightly over the surface of skim v examine hastily scan,rake skim v cause to skip over a surface skip,skitter skim adj used of milk and milk products from which the cream has been removed skimmed skimmed adj used of milk and milk products from which the cream has been removed skim skimmer n a rapid superficial reader skimmer n a cooking utensil used to skim fat from the surface of liquids skimmer n a stiff hat made of straw with a flat crown boater,leghorn,panama,sailor skimmer n gull-like seabird that flies along the surface of the water with an elongated lower mandible immersed to skim out food skimming n the act of removing floating material from the surface of a liquid skimming n reading or glancing through quickly skim skimming n failure to declare income in order to avoid paying taxes on it skimming n the act of brushing against while passing grazing,shaving skimp v work hastily or carelessly; deal with inadequately and superficially scant skimp v limit in quality or quantity scant skimp v subsist on a meager allowance scrimp,stint skimp v supply sparingly and with restricted quantities stint,scant skimpy adj containing little excess lean skimpy adj (of clothing) revealing the body scanty skin n a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch cutis skin n an outer surface (usually thin) skin n body covering of a living animal hide,pelt skin n a person's skin regarded as their life skin v climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling clamber,scramble,shin,struggle,sputter skin v bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of scrape skin v remove the bark of a tree bark skin v strip the skin off peel,pare skincare n care for the skin skinflint n a selfish person who is unwilling to give or spend scrooge,churl skinful n a quantity of alcoholic drink sufficient to make you drunk skinhead n a member of any of several British or American groups consisting predominantly of young people who shave their heads; some engage in white s skin skinhead n a person whose head is bald or shaved baldy,skin skinheads n a youth subculture that appeared first in England in the late 1960s as a working-class reaction to the hippies; hair was cropped close to th skink n alert agile lizard with reduced limbs and an elongated body covered with shiny scales; more dependent on moisture than most lizards; found i skinless adj having no skin skinned skinned adj having skin of a specified kind skinless skinner n United States actor (1858-1942) skinner n United States actress noted for her one-woman shows (1901-1979) skinner n United States psychologist and a leading proponent of behaviorism (1904-1990) skinner n a person who prepares or deals in animal skins skinny n confidential information about a topic or person skinny adj being very thin scraggly,boney,bony,scrawny,underweight,weedy skinny adj of or relating to or resembling skin skinny adj fitting snugly skinny adj giving or spending with reluctance close,near skint adj lacking funds broke,bust skintight adj so tight as to cling to the skin skip n a gait in which steps and hops alternate skip n a mistake resulting from neglect omission skip v bypass jump skip v intentionally fail to attend cut skip v jump lightly hop skip v leave suddenly decamp,vamoose skipjack n oceanic schooling tuna of considerable value in Pacific but less in Atlantic; reaches 75 pounds; very similar to if not the same as oceanic skipjack n medium-sized tuna-like food fish of warm Atlantic and Pacific waters; less valued than tuna skipjack n able to right itself when on its back by flipping into the air with a clicking sound skipper n a student who fails to attend classes skipper n an officer who is licensed to command a merchant ship master,captain skipper n the naval officer in command of a military ship captain skipper v work as the skipper on a vessel skirl n the sound of (the chanter of) a bagpipe skirl v make a shrill, wailing sound skirl v play the bagpipes skirmish n a minor short-term fight brush,clash,encounter skirmish v engage in a skirmish skirt n cloth covering that forms the part of a garment below the waist skirt n a garment hanging from the waist; worn mainly by girls and women skirt n (Fungi) a remnant of the partial veil that in mature mushrooms surrounds the stem like a collar annulus skirt n informal terms for a (young) woman dame,doll,wench,chick,bird skirt v avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) hedge,fudge,evade,circumvent,parry,elude,dodge,duck skirt v pass around or about; move along the border skirt v form the edge of skirt v extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle surround,ring,border skirting adj being all around the edges; enclosing encircling skit n a short theatrical episode skitter v to move about or proceed hurriedly scurry,scamper,scuttle skitter v glide easily along a surface skitter v cause to skip over a surface skim,skip skitter v twitch the hook of a fishing line through or along the surface of water skittish adj unpredictably excitable (especially of horses) flighty,spooky,nervous skittishness n characterized by nervousness and quickness to take fright restiveness skittle n a bowling pin of the type used in playing ninepins or (in England) skittles skittle v play skittles skittles n a bowling game that is played by rolling a bowling ball down a bowling alley at a target of nine wooden pins skive v remove the surface of skua n gull-like jaeger of northern seas bonxie skuld n goddess of fate: a dwarf who personified the future skulduggery n verbal misrepresentation intended to take advantage of you in some way trickery,slickness skulk v lie in wait, lie in ambush, behave in a sneaky and secretive manner lurk skulk v avoid responsibilities and duties, e.g., by pretending to be ill malinger skulk v move stealthily skulking n evading duty or work by pretending to be incapacitated skull n the bony skeleton of the head of vertebrates skullcap n rounded brimless cap fitting the crown of the head skullcap n a herbaceous plant of the genus Scutellaria which has a calyx that, when inverted, resembles a helmet with its visor raised skullcap n the dome of the skull skunk n a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible rotter,rat,stinker,bum,puke,crumb,lowlife,git skunk n a defeat in a game where one side fails to score shutout skunk n street names for marijuana pot,grass,dope,weed,gage,sens,smoke skunk n American musteline mammal typically ejecting an intensely malodorous fluid when startled; in some classifications put in a separate subfamil polecat skunk v defeat by a lurch lurch sky n the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth sky v throw or toss with a light motion flip,toss,pitch skydiver n a person who jumps from a plane and performs various gymnastic maneuvers before pulling the parachute cord skydiving n performing acrobatics in free fall before pulling the ripcord of a parachute skyhook n helicopter carrying a reel of steel cable that can be used to lift and transport heavy objects skyhook n a hook that is imagined to be suspended from the sky skyjack v subject an aircraft to air piracy skylark n brown-speckled European lark noted for singing while hovering at a great height skylark v play boisterously frolic,lark,disport,sport,cavort,gambol,frisk,romp skylight n a window in a roof to admit daylight fanlight skyline n the outline of objects seen against the sky skyline n the line at which the sky and Earth appear to meet horizon skyrocket n propels bright light high in the sky, or used to propel a lifesaving line or harpoon rocket skyrocket n sends a firework display high into the sky rocket skyrocket v shoot up abruptly, like a rocket rocket skyscraper n a very tall building with many stories skyward adj directed toward heaven or the sky skyward adv toward the sky skyway n a designated route followed by airplanes in flying from one airport to another airway skywriting n writing formed in the sky by smoke released from an airplane slab n block consisting of a thick piece of something slabber v let saliva drivel from the mouth drivel,drool,slaver,slobber,dribble slack n dust consisting of a mixture of small coal fragments and coal dust and dirt that sifts out when coal is passed over a sieve slack n a noticeable deterioration in performance or quality slump slack n a stretch of water without current or movement slack n a soft wet area of low-lying land that sinks underfoot mire,quagmire,quag,morass slack v avoid responsibilities and work, be idle slack v be inattentive to, or neglect slack v release tension on slack v make less active or fast slacken,relax slack adj not tense or taut loose slack adj flowing with little speed as e.g. at the turning of the tide slack adj lacking in rigor or strictness lax slacken v become slow or slower slow,slack slacken v make less active or fast slack,relax slacken v become looser or slack slacken v make slack as by lessening tension or firmness remit slackening n an occurrence of control or strength weakening relaxation,loosening slacker n a person who shirks his work or duty (especially one who tries to evade military service in wartime) slackness n weakness characterized by a lack of vitality or energy lethargy slackness n the quality of being loose (not taut) slack slackness n the quality of being lax and neglectful laxity,remissness slacks n (used in the plural) pants for casual wear slag n the scum formed by oxidation at the surface of molten metals dross slag v convert into slag slain n people who have been slain (as in battle) slain adj killed; `slain' is formal or literary as in "slain warriors" slaked adj allayed satisfied slam n winning all or all but one of the tricks in bridge sweep slam n the noise made by the forceful impact of two objects slam n a forceful impact that makes a loud noise slam n an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect shot,shaft,dig,barb,jibe,gibe slam v close violently bang slam v strike violently bang slam v dance the slam dance thrash slam v throw violently slammer n a person who closes things violently slammer n a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or jail,jailhouse,gaol,clink,poky,pokey slander n words falsely spoken that damage the reputation of another slander n an abusive attack on a person's character or good name aspersion,calumny,defamation slander v charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone defame,smirch,asperse,denigrate,smear,sully slanderer n one who attacks the reputation of another by slander or libel backbiter slanderous adj (used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign defamatory,denigrating,libelous slang n informal language consisting of words and expressions that are not considered appropriate for formal occasions; often vituperative or vulgar slang n a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves) cant,jargon,lingo,argot,patois,vernacular slang v use slang or vulgar language slang v fool or hoax gull,dupe,cod,fool slang v abuse with coarse language slant n a biased way of looking at or presenting something angle slant n degree of deviation from a horizontal plane pitch,rake slant v lie obliquely slant v present with a bias angle,weight slant v to incline or bend from a vertical position lean,tilt,tip,angle slant v heel over cant,tilt,pitch slanted adj having an oblique or slanted direction aslant,aslope,diagonal,slanting,sloping slanted adj favoring one person or side over another biased,colored,coloured slanting adj having an oblique or slanted direction aslant,aslope,diagonal,slanted,sloping slap n a blow from a flat object (as an open hand) smack slap n the act of smacking something; a blow delivered with an open hand smack,smacking slap v hit with something flat, like a paddle or the open hand slap adv directly bang,slapdash,smack,bolt slapdash adj marked by great carelessness haphazard,slipshod,sloppy slapdash adv in a careless or reckless manner slapdash adv directly bang,slap,smack,bolt slaphappy adj cheerfully irresponsible carefree,freewheeling slaphappy adj dazed from or as if from repeated blows silly slapper n a hitter who slaps (usually another person) with an open hand spanker slapstick n a boisterous comedy with chases and collisions and practical jokes slapstick n acoustic device consisting of two paddles hinged together; used by an actor to make a loud noise without inflicting injury when striking som slapstick adj characterized by horseplay and physical action slash n a wound made by cutting cut,gash,slice slash n an open tract of land in a forest that is strewn with debris from logging (or fire or wind) slash n a punctuation mark (/) used to separate related items of information virgule,diagonal,stroke slash n a strong sweeping cut made with a sharp instrument gash slash v cut with sweeping strokes; as with an ax or machete slash v beat severely with a whip or rod flog,welt,whip,lather,lash,strap,trounce slash v cut open gash slash v cut drastically slashed adj patterned by having color applied with sweeping strokes slashed adj having long and narrow ornamental cuts showing an underlying fabric slashed adj (used of rates or prices) reduced usually sharply cut slasher n someone who slashes another person slasher n a weapon (a sword or dagger) used for slashing slashing adj as if striking with slashing blows slat n a thin strip (wood or metal) spline slat v equip or bar with slats slat v close the slats of (windows) slate n (formerly) a writing tablet made of slate slate n thin layers of rock used for roofing slating slate n a fine-grained metamorphic rock that can be split into thin layers slate n a list of candidates nominated by a political party to run for election to public offices ticket slate v designate or schedule slate v enter on a list or slate for an election slate v cover with slate slater n any of various small terrestrial isopods having a flat elliptical segmented body; found in damp habitats woodlouse slather v spread thickly slating n thin layers of rock used for roofing slate slating n a severely critical attack slating n the act of laying slates for a roof slattern n a prostitute who attracts customers by walking the streets streetwalker,hooker,hustler slattern n a dirty untidy woman slut slaughter n the killing of animals (as for food) slaughter n a sound defeat thrashing,walloping,debacle,drubbing,trouncing,whipping slaughter n the savage and excessive killing of many people massacre,carnage,butchery slaughter v kill (animals) usually for food consumption butcher slaughter v kill a large number of people indiscriminately massacre slaughterer n a person who slaughters or dresses meat for market butcher slaughterhouse n a building where animals are butchered abattoir,butchery,shambles slav n any member of the people of eastern Europe or Asian Russia who speak a Slavonic language slav adj speaking a Slavic language slave n a person who is owned by someone slave n someone who works as hard as a slave slave n someone entirely dominated by some influence or person slave v work very hard, like a slave slaver n a person engaged in slave trade slaver n someone who holds slaves slaver v let saliva drivel from the mouth drivel,drool,slabber,slobber,dribble slavery n the state of being under the control of another person bondage,thrall,thraldom slavery n the practice of owning slaves slavery n work done under harsh conditions for little or no pay slavic n a branch of the Indo-European family of languages slavic adj of or relating to Slavic languages slavish adj blindly imitative slavish adj abjectly submissive; characteristic of a slave or servant subservient,submissive slavishly adv in a slavish manner slaw n basically shredded cabbage coleslaw slay v kill intentionally and with premeditation murder,hit,dispatch,off,remove slayer n someone who causes the death of a person or animal killer slaying n unlawful premeditated killing of a human being by a human being murder,execution sleaze n tastelessness by virtue of being cheap and vulgar cheapness,tat sleazy adj of cloth; thin and loosely woven sleazy adj of very poor quality; flimsy bum,cheap,cheesy,crummy,punk,tinny sleazy adj morally degraded seamy,seedy,sordid,squalid sled n a vehicle mounted on runners and pulled by horses or dogs; for transportation over snow sledge,sleigh sled v ride (on) a sled sleigh sledder n someone who rides a sled sledding n the sport of riding on a sled or sleigh sledding n advancing toward a goal going sledge n a vehicle mounted on runners and pulled by horses or dogs; for transportation over snow sled,sleigh sledge n a heavy long-handled hammer used to drive stakes or wedges maul,sledgehammer sledge v transport in a sleigh sledge v ride in or travel with a sledge sledge v beat with a sledgehammer sledgehammer sledgehammer n a heavy long-handled hammer used to drive stakes or wedges maul,sledge sledgehammer v beat with a sledgehammer sledge sleek v make slick or smooth slick sleek adj well-groomed and neatly tailored; especially too well-groomed sleek adj designed or arranged to offer the least resistant to fluid flow streamlined,aerodynamic,flowing sleek adj having a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light silken,silky,slick sleekly adv in a sleek glossy manner sleep n a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended slumber sleep n a torpid state resembling deep sleep sopor sleep n a period of time spent sleeping nap sleep n euphemisms for death (based on an analogy between lying in a bed and in a tomb) rest sleep v be asleep kip,slumber wake sleep v be able to accommodate for sleeping sleeper n a rester who is sleeping sleeper n a spy or saboteur or terrorist planted in an enemy country who lives there as a law-abiding citizen until activated by a prearranged signal sleeper n an unexpected achiever of success sleeper n one of the cross braces that support the rails on a railway track tie sleepily adv in a sleepy manner sleepiness n a very sleepy state drowsiness,somnolence sleeping n the state of being asleep waking sleeping n quiet and inactive restfulness dormancy sleeping n the suspension of consciousness and decrease in metabolic rate sleeping adj lying with head on paws as if sleeping dormant sleepless adj experiencing or accompanied by sleeplessness insomniac,watchful sleepless adj always watchful sleepover n an occasion of spending a night away from home or having a guest spend the night in your home (especially as a party for children) sleepwalk v walk in one's sleep sleepwalker n someone who walks about in their sleep sleepwalking n walking by a person who is asleep sleepy adj ready to fall asleep sleepyhead n a sleepy person sleet n partially melted snow (or a mixture of rain and snow) sleet v precipitate as a mixture of rain and snow sleeve n the part of a garment that is attached at the armhole and that provides a cloth covering for the arm arm sleeve n small case into which an object fits sleeved adj made with sleeves or sleeves especially as specified; often used in combination sleeveless sleeveless adj having no sleeves sleeved sleeveless adj unproductive of success fruitless,futile,vain sleigh n a vehicle mounted on runners and pulled by horses or dogs; for transportation over snow sled,sledge sleigh v ride (on) a sled sled sleight n adroitness in using the hands dexterity slender adj being of delicate or slender build slight,slim,svelte slender adj very narrow thin slender adj having little width in proportion to the length or height slender adj small in quantity slim sleuth n a detective who follows a trail sleuthhound sleuth v watch, observe, or inquire secretly spy,stag,snoop sleuthhound n a detective who follows a trail sleuth sleuthhound n a breed of large powerful hound of European origin having very acute smell and used in tracking bloodhound sleuthing n a police investigation to determine the perpetrator detection,detecting slew n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,deal,flock,heap,lot,mass,mess,mickle slew v turn sharply; change direction abruptly swerve,sheer,curve,trend,veer,slue,cut slew v move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner skid,slip,slue,slide slice n a share of something piece slice n a serving that has been cut from a larger portion piece slice n a wound made by cutting cut,gash,slash slice n a golf shot that curves to the right for a right-handed golfer fade,slicing slice v make a clean cut through slit slice v hit a ball and put a spin on it so that it travels in a different direction slice v cut into slices slice v hit a ball so that it causes a backspin sliced adj prepared by cutting chopped,shredded sliced adj (used of meat) cut into pieces for serving slicer n a golfer whose shots typically curve right (for right-handed golfers) slicer n a machine for cutting; usually with a revolving blade slicer n knife especially designed for slicing particular foods, as cheese slicing n a golf shot that curves to the right for a right-handed golfer slice,fade slicing n the act of cutting into slices slick n a slippery smoothness slickness,slip slick n a magazine printed on good quality paper glossy slick n a film of oil or garbage floating on top of water slick n a trowel used to make a surface slick slick v make slick or smooth sleek slick v give a smooth and glossy appearance slick adj made slick by e.g. ice or grease slick adj superficially impressive, but lacking depth and attention to the true complexities of a subject facile,neat slick adj having only superficial plausibility glib,pat slick adj having a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light sleek,silken,silky slicked adj (of hair) made smooth by applying a sticky or glossy substance plastered slicker n a macintosh made from cotton fabric treated with oil and pigment to make it waterproof oilskin slicker n a person with good manners and stylish clothing slicker n someone who leads you to believe something that is not true deceiver,cheat,cheater,trickster slickly adv with superficial plausibility glibly slickness n verbal misrepresentation intended to take advantage of you in some way trickery,skulduggery slickness n a kind of fluent easy superficiality slickness n a slippery smoothness slick,slip slide n a small flat rectangular piece of glass on which specimens can be mounted for microscopic study slide n (geology) the descent of a large mass of earth or rocks or snow etc. slide n (music) rapid sliding up or down the musical scale swoop slide n plaything consisting of a sloping chute down which children can slide slide v move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner skid,slip,slue,slew slide v to pass or move unobtrusively or smoothly slither slide v move smoothly along a surface slider n a person who slips or slides because of loss of traction skidder,slipper slider n someone who races the luge luger slider n freshwater turtle of United States and South America; frequently raised commercially; some young sold as pets slider n a fastball that curves slightly away from the side from which it was thrown sliding adj being a smooth continuous motion slight n a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval) rebuff slight v pay no attention to, disrespect slight adj (quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree; not much or almost none or (with `a') at least some little slight adj lacking substance or significance flimsy,fragile,tenuous,thin slight adj being of delicate or slender build slender,slim,svelte slighting adj tending to diminish or disparage belittling,deprecating slightly adv to a small degree or extent somewhat slightly adv in a slim or slender manner slim v take off weight reduce,thin slim adj being of delicate or slender build slender,slight,svelte slim adj small in quantity slender slime n any thick, viscous matter sludge,goo,goop,gunk,muck,ooze slime v cover or stain with slime slimy adj covered with or resembling slime slimy adj morally reprehensible despicable,ugly,vile,unworthy,worthless,wretched sling n a highball with liquor and water with sugar and lemon or lime juice sling n a plaything consisting of a Y-shaped stick with elastic between the arms; used to propel small stones slingshot,catapult sling n a shoe that has a strap that wraps around the heel sling n a simple weapon consisting of a looped strap in which a projectile is whirled and then released sling v hurl as if with a sling catapult sling v hang loosely or freely; let swing sling v move with a sling sling v hold or carry in a sling slinger n a person who uses a sling to throw something slinging n throwing with a wide motion (as if with a sling) slingshot n a plaything consisting of a Y-shaped stick with elastic between the arms; used to propel small stones sling,catapult slip n a socially awkward or tactless act gaffe slip n a minor inadvertent mistake usually observed in speech or writing or in small accidents or memory lapses etc. miscue slip n potter's clay that is thinned and used for coating or decorating ceramics slip n a part (sometimes a root or leaf or bud) removed from a plant to propagate a new plant through rooting or grafting cutting slip v move stealthily steal slip v insert inconspicuously or quickly or quietly slip v move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner skid,slue,slew,slide slip v get worse slippage n a decrease of transmitted power in a mechanical system caused by slipping slippage n decline from a standard level of performance or achievement slippage n failing to hold or slipping out of place slipper n low footwear that can be slipped on and off easily; usually worn indoors slipper n a person who slips or slides because of loss of traction skidder,slider slippery adj causing or tending to cause things to slip or slide slippery adj not to be trusted tricky slipping adj moving as on a slippery surface slithering slipshod adj marked by great carelessness haphazard,slapdash,sloppy slipstream n the flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller race,backwash,wash slit n a long narrow opening slit n obscene terms for female genitals cunt,puss,pussy,snatch,twat slit n a depression scratched or carved into a surface incision,scratch,prick,dent slit n a narrow fissure slit v make a clean cut through slice slit v cut a slit into slither v to pass or move unobtrusively or smoothly slide slithering adj moving as on a slippery surface slipping sliver n a small thin sharp bit or wood or glass or metal splinter sliver n a thin fragment or slice (especially of wood) that has been shaved from something paring,shaving sliver v divide into slivers or splinters splinter sliver v break up into splinters or slivers splinter sliver v form into slivers slivovitz n a colorless plum brandy popular in the Balkans slob n a coarse obnoxious person sloven,pig slobber n saliva spilling from the mouth drool,dribble,drivel slobber v let saliva drivel from the mouth drivel,drool,slabber,slaver,dribble sloe n wild plum of northeastern United States having dark purple fruits with yellow flesh sloe n a thorny Eurasian bush with plumlike fruits blackthorn sloe n small sour dark purple fruit of especially the Allegheny plum bush slog v work doggedly or persistently slog v walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud plod,trudge,pad,tramp slog v strike heavily, especially with the fist or a bat slug,swig slogan n a favorite saying of a sect or political group motto,catchword,shibboleth slogger n someone who walks in a laborious heavy-footed manner slogger n someone who works slowly and monotonously for long hours slogger n a boxer noted for an ability to deliver hard punches slugger sloop n a sailing vessel with a single mast set about one third of the boat's length aft of the bow slop n wet feed (especially for pigs) consisting of mostly kitchen waste mixed with water or skimmed or sour milk swill slop n deep soft mud in water or slush mire slop n (usually plural) waste water from a kitchen or bathroom or chamber pot that has to be emptied by hand slop n (usually plural) weak or watery unappetizing food or drink slop v cause or allow (a liquid substance) to run or flow from a container spill,splatter slop v walk through mud or mire squelch,squish,splash,splosh,slosh slop v ladle clumsily slop v feed pigs swill slope n an elevated geological formation incline,side slope n the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the horizontal gradient slope v be at an angle incline,pitch sloping adj having an oblique or slanted direction aslant,aslope,diagonal,slanted,slanting sloping adj having a slanting form or direction sloppily adv in a sloppy manner sloppiness n the wetness of ground that is covered or soaked with water sloppiness n a lack of order and tidiness; not cared for slovenliness sloppiness n the quality of not being careful or taking pains carelessness sloppiness n falsely emotional in a maudlin way sentimentality sloppy adj lacking neatness or order sloppy adj wet or smeared with a spilled liquid or moist material sloppy adj (of soil) soft and watery marshy,mucky,muddy,soggy,squashy,swampy,waterlogged sloppy adj not fitting closely; hanging loosely baggy slosh v make a splashing sound splash,splosh,slush slosh v walk through mud or mire squelch,squish,splash,splosh,slop slosh v spill or splash copiously or clumsily slush sloshed adj very drunk besotted,crocked,cockeyed,loaded,pissed,plastered,smashed,soaked slot n a position in a grammatical linguistic construction in which a variety of alternative units are interchangeable slot n a small slit (as for inserting a coin or depositing mail) slot n a time assigned on a schedule or agenda slot n a position in a hierarchy or organization slot v assign a time slot sloth n a disinclination to work or exert yourself sloth n any of several slow-moving arboreal mammals of South America and Central America; they hang from branches back downward and feed on leaves a sloth n apathy and inactivity in the practice of virtue (personified as one of the deadly sins) laziness,acedia slouch n an incompetent person; usually used in negative constructions slouch n a stooping carriage in standing and walking slouch v assume a drooping posture or carriage slump slouch v walk slovenly slough n necrotic tissue; a mortified or gangrenous part or mass gangrene slough n a hollow filled with mud slough n a stagnant swamp (especially as part of a bayou) slough n any outer covering that can be shed or cast off (such as the cast-off skin of a snake) slough v cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers shed,molt,moult slovak n a native or inhabitant of Slovakia slovak n the Slavic language spoken in Slovakia slovakia n a landlocked republic in central Europe; separated from the Czech Republic in 1993 slovakian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Slovakia or its people or language sloven n a coarse obnoxious person slob,pig slovene n a native of Slovenia slovene n the Slavic language of Slovenes slovenia n a mountainous republic in central Europe; formerly part of the Habsburg monarchy and Yugoslavia; achieved independence in 1991 slovenian n a native or inhabitant of Slovenia slovenian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Slovenia or its people or language slovenliness n a lack of order and tidiness; not cared for sloppiness slovenliness n habitual uncleanliness slovenly adj negligent of neatness especially in dress and person; habitually dirty and unkempt slow v lose velocity; move more slowly decelerate slow v become slow or slower slack,slacken slow v cause to proceed more slowly slow adj not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time fast slow adj at a slow tempo fast slow adj slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity dense,dim,dull,dumb,obtuse slow adj (used of timepieces) indicating a time earlier than the correct time fast slow adv without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly') slowly,easy slow adv of timepieces behind slowdown n the act of slowing down or falling behind lag,retardation slower adv more slowly slowest adv most slowly slowing n a decrease in rate of change deceleration,retardation slowly adv without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly') slow,easy quickly slowly adv in music lento slowness n unskillfulness resulting from a lack of training awkwardness,clumsiness,ineptness,ineptitude slowness n a rate demonstrating an absence of haste or hurry deliberation slowness n lack of normal development of intellectual capacities retardation,backwardness,subnormality slowpoke n someone who moves slowly slowworm n small burrowing legless European lizard with tiny eyes; popularly believed to be blind slub n soft lump or unevenness in a yarn; either an imperfection or created by design knot,burl sludge n the precipitate produced by sewage treatment sludge n any thick, viscous matter slime,goo,goop,gunk,muck,ooze slue v turn sharply; change direction abruptly swerve,sheer,curve,trend,veer,slew,cut slue v move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner skid,slip,slew,slide slug n a projectile that is fired from a gun bullet slug n a unit of mass equal to the mass that accelerates at 1 foot/sec/sec when acted upon by a force of 1 pound; approximately 14.5939 kilograms slug n a counterfeit coin slug n an idle slothful person slug v strike heavily, especially with the fist or a bat slog,swig slug v be idle; exist in a changeless situation idle,laze,stagnate slugabed n a person who stays in bed until a relatively late hour slugger n (baseball) a ballplayer who is batting batter,hitter,batsman slugger n a boxer noted for an ability to deliver hard punches slogger sluggish adj moving slowly sulky sluggish adj (of business) not active or brisk dull,slow sluggish adj slow and apathetic inert,soggy,torpid sluggishly adv in a sluggish manner sluggishness n a state of comatose torpor (as found in sleeping sickness) lethargy sluggishness n the pace of things that move relatively slowly sluggishness n inactivity; showing an unusual lack of energy languor,lethargy,phlegm,flatness sluice n conduit that carries a rapid flow of water controlled by a sluicegate sluice v pour as if from a sluice sluice v irrigate with water from a sluice flush sluice v transport in or send down a sluice sluice v draw through a sluice sluicing adj pouring from or as if from a sluice slum n a district of a city marked by poverty and inferior living conditions slum v spend time at a lower socio-economic level than one's own, motivated by curiosity or desire for adventure; usage considered condescending an slumber n a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended sleep slumber n a dormant or quiescent state slumber v be asleep sleep,kip slump n a noticeable deterioration in performance or quality slack slump n a long-term economic state characterized by unemployment and low prices and low levels of trade and investment depression slump v assume a drooping posture or carriage slouch slump v fall or sink heavily sink slump v fall heavily or suddenly; decline markedly sink slump v go down in value decline,correct slur n (music) a curved line spanning notes that are to be played legato slur n a disparaging remark aspersion slur n a blemish made by dirt smudge,spot,blot,daub,smear,smirch slur v play smoothly or legato slur v speak disparagingly of; e.g., make a racial slur slur v utter indistinctly slur v become vague or indistinct blur,dim slurp v eat noisily slurred adj spoken as if with a thick tongue thick slurry n a suspension of insoluble particles (as plaster of Paris or lime or clay etc.) usually in water slush n partially melted snow slush v make a splashing sound splash,splosh,slosh slush v spill or splash copiously or clumsily slosh slut n a dirty untidy woman slattern slut n a woman adulterer hussy,jade,strumpet sluttish adj characteristic of or befitting a slut or slattern; used especially of women sluttish adj casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior easy,light,loose,promiscuous,wanton sly adj marked by skill in deception crafty,cunning,dodgy,foxy,slick,tricky,wily slyly adv in an artful manner artfully slyness n shrewdness as demonstrated by being skilled in deception craft,cunning,guile smack n a blow from a flat object (as an open hand) slap smack n the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth relish,flavor,savor,savour,nip,tang smack n a sailing ship (usually rigged like a sloop or cutter) used in fishing and sailing along the coast smack n street names for heroin thunder,scag smack v deliver a hard blow to thwack smack v have an element suggestive (of something) reek,smell smack v have a distinctive or characteristic taste taste smack v kiss lightly peck smack adv directly bang,slap,slapdash,bolt smacking n the act of smacking something; a blow delivered with an open hand smack,slap small n the slender part of the back small n a garment size for a small person small adj limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent little large small adj relatively moderate, limited, or small minor,modest small adj (of children and animals) young, immature little small adj slight or limited; especially in degree or intensity or scope small adv on a small scale big smaller adj small or little relative to something else littler smallholding n a piece of land under 50 acres that is sold or let to someone for cultivation smallish adj rather small smallness n the property of having a relatively small size largeness smallness n the property of being a relatively small amount smallness n the property of having relatively little strength or vigor smallness n lack of generosity in trifling matters pettiness smallpox n a highly contagious viral disease characterized by fever and weakness and skin eruption with pustules that form scabs that slough off leavin smarm n excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm unction,fulsomeness smarmy adj unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech buttery,fulsome,oily,oleaginous,soapy,unctuous smart n a kind of pain such as that caused by a wound or a burn or a sore smarting,smartness smart v be the source of pain ache,hurt smart adj showing mental alertness and calculation and resourcefulness stupid smart adj elegant and stylish chic smart adj characterized by quickness and ease in learning bright smart adj improperly forward or bold fresh,impertinent,impudent,saucy,sassy,wise smarting n a kind of pain such as that caused by a wound or a burn or a sore smart,smartness smartly adv in a clever manner cleverly smartly adv with vigor; in a vigorous manner vigorously smartly adv in a stylish manner smartness n a kind of pain such as that caused by a wound or a burn or a sore smart,smarting smartness n intelligence as manifested in being quick and witty brightness,cleverness smartness n elegance by virtue of being fashionable chic,chichi,swank smartness n liveliness and eagerness alacrity smash n a vigorous blow knock,bash,bang,belt smash n a serious collision (especially of motor vehicles) smash n a hard return hitting the tennis ball above your head overhead smash n the act of colliding with something crash smash v hit hard nail,boom,blast smash v break into pieces, as by striking or knocking over dash smash v reduce to bankruptcy bankrupt,ruin,break smash v hit violently smash adv with a loud crash smashed adj very drunk besotted,crocked,cockeyed,loaded,pissed,plastered,sloshed,soaked smasher n a person who smashes something smasher n a very attractive or seductive looking woman stunner,knockout,beauty,sweetheart,peach,lulu,looker,dish smasher n a conspicuous success hit,smash,strike,bang smashing n the act of breaking something into small pieces shattering smashing adj very good bully,corking,cracking,dandy,great,groovy,keen,neat smatter v work with in an amateurish manner dabble smatter v to talk foolishly babble,blather,blither smatter v speak with spotty or superficial knowledge smattering n a small number or amount handful smattering n a slight or superficial understanding of a subject smear n slanderous defamation vilification smear n a thin tissue or blood sample spread on a glass slide and stained for cytologic examination and diagnosis under a microscope smear n a blemish made by dirt smudge,spot,blot,daub,smirch,slur smear n an act that brings discredit to the person who does it blot,smirch,spot,stain smear v stain by smearing or daubing with a dirty substance smear v make a smudge on; soil by smudging blur,smudge,smutch smear v cover (a surface) by smearing (a substance) over it daub smear v charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone defame,slander,smirch,asperse,denigrate,sully smegma n a white secretion of the sebaceous glands of the foreskin smell n the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form odor,odour smell n any property detected by the olfactory system aroma,odor,odour,scent smell n the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people spirit,tone,feel,feeling,flavor,look smell n the faculty that enables us to distinguish scents smell v inhale the odor of; perceive by the olfactory sense smell v emit an odor smell v smell bad smell v have an element suggestive (of something) smack,reek smelling n the act of perceiving the odor of something smell smelling adj (used with `of' or `with') noticeably odorous redolent smelly adj offensively malodorous fetid,foul,funky,noisome,stinking smelt n small cold-water silvery fish; migrate between salt and fresh water smelt n small trout-like silvery marine or freshwater food fishes of cold northern waters smelt v extract (metals) by heating smelter n an industrial plant for smelting smew n smallest merganser and most expert diver; found in northern Eurasia smidge n a tiny or scarcely detectable amount shred,scintilla,whit,iota,tittle,smidgen smidgen n a tiny or scarcely detectable amount shred,scintilla,whit,iota,tittle,smidge smile n a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement smiling,grin,grinning smile v change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure smile v express with a smile smiley n an emoticon of a smiling face smiling n a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement smile,grin,grinning smiling adj smiling with happiness or optimism beamish,twinkly smilingly adv with smiles; in a smiling manner smirch n a blemish made by dirt smudge,spot,blot,daub,smear,slur smirch n an act that brings discredit to the person who does it blot,smear,spot,stain smirch v smear so as to make dirty or stained smirch v charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone defame,slander,asperse,denigrate,smear,sully smirk n a smile expressing smugness or scorn instead of pleasure smirk v smile affectedly or derisively simper smite v inflict a heavy blow on, with the hand, a tool, or a weapon smite v affect suddenly with deep feeling smite v cause physical pain or suffering in afflict smith n Rhodesian statesman who declared independence of Zimbabwe from Great Britain (born in 1919) smith n United States sculptor (1906-1965) smith n United States singer noted for her rendition of patriotic songs (1909-1986) smith n United States suffragist who refused to pay taxes until she could vote (1792-1886) smithereens n a collection of small fragments considered as a whole smithy n a workplace where metal is worked by heating and hammering forge smitten adj (used in combination) affected by something overwhelming stricken,struck smitten adj marked by foolish or unreasoning fondness enamored,infatuated,potty smock n a loose coverall (coat or frock) reaching down to the ankles duster,gabardine smock v embellish by sewing in straight lines crossing each other diagonally smocking n embroidery consisting of ornamental needlework on a garment that is made by gathering the cloth tightly in stitches smog n air pollution by a mixture of smoke and fog smoke n a cloud of fine particles suspended in a gas fume smoke n a hot vapor containing fine particles of carbon being produced by combustion smoking smoke n an indication of some hidden activity smoke n something with no concrete substance smoke v inhale and exhale smoke from cigarettes, cigars, pipes smoke v emit a cloud of fine particles fume smoked adj (used especially of meats and fish) dried and cured by hanging in wood smoke smokehouse n a small house where smoke is used to cure meat or fish smokeless adj emitting or containing little or no smoke smoky smoker n a person who smokes tobacco nonsmoker smoker n a party for men only (or one considered suitable for men only) smoker n a passenger car for passengers who wish to smoke smokescreen n (military) screen consisting of a cloud of smoke that obscures movements smokescreen n an action intended to conceal or confuse or obscure smokestack n a large tall chimney through which combustion gases and smoke can be evacuated stack smoking n the act of smoking tobacco or other substances smoke smoking n a hot vapor containing fine particles of carbon being produced by combustion smoke smoking adj emitting smoke in great volume smoky adj marked by or emitting or filled with smoke smokeless smoky adj tasting of smoke smolder n a fire that burns with thick smoke but no flame smoulder smolder v burn slowly and without a flame smoulder smolder v have strong suppressed feelings smoulder smoldering adj showing scarcely suppressed anger smollett n Scottish writer of adventure novels (1721-1771) smooch n an enthusiastic kiss smack smooch v snuggle and lie in a position where one person faces the back of the others spoon smooth n the act of smoothing smooth v make smooth or smoother, as if by rubbing smoothen roughen smooth v make (a surface) shine polish,smoothen,shine smooth v free from obstructions smooth adj having a surface free from roughness or bumps or ridges or irregularities rough smooth adj smoothly agreeable and courteous with a degree of sophistication politic,suave,bland smooth adj of the margin of a leaf shape; not broken up into teeth rough smooth adj smooth and unconstrained in movement fluent,fluid,liquid smoothed adj made smooth by ironing smoothen v make smooth or smoother, as if by rubbing smooth smoothen v make (a surface) shine polish,smooth,shine smoothen v become smooth smoother n a power tool used for sanding wood; an endless loop of sandpaper is moved at high speed by an electric motor sander smoothie n someone with an assured and ingratiating manner charmer smoothie n a thick smooth drink consisting of fresh fruit pureed with ice cream or yoghurt or milk smoothly adv with no problems or difficulties smoothly adv in a smooth and diplomatic manner smoothness n a texture without roughness; smooth to the touch roughness smoothness n powerful and effective language eloquence,fluency smoothness n the quality of being bland and gracious or ingratiating in manner blandness smoothness n the quality of having a level and even surface smorgasbord n a collection containing a variety of sorts of things assortment,mixture,miscellany,variety,potpourri,motley smorgasbord n an assortment of foods starting with herring or smoked eel or salmon etc with bread and butter; then cheeses and eggs and pickled vegetables smother n a confused multitude of things clutter,jumble,muddle,fuddle,welter smother n a stifling cloud of smoke smother v envelop completely surround smother v deprive of oxygen and prevent from breathing asphyxiate,suffocate smother v suppress in order to conceal or hide stifle,strangle,muffle,repress smother v form an impenetrable cover over smothered adj held in check with difficulty stifled,strangled,suppressed smothered adj completely covered smothering adj causing difficulty in breathing especially through lack of fresh air and presence of heat suffocating smoulder n a fire that burns with thick smoke but no flame smolder smoulder v have strong suppressed feelings smolder smoulder v burn slowly and without a flame smolder smudge n a smoky fire to drive away insects smudge n a blemish made by dirt spot,blot,daub,smear,smirch,slur smudge v make a smudge on; soil by smudging smear,blur,smutch smug adj marked by excessive complacency or self-satisfaction smuggle v import or export without paying customs duties smuggled adj distributed or sold illicitly bootleg,black,contraband smuggler n someone who imports or exports without paying duties runner smuggling n secretly importing prohibited goods or goods on which duty is due smugly adv in a smug manner smugness n an excessive feeling of self-satisfaction smut n a black colloidal substance consisting wholly or principally of amorphous carbon and used to make pigments and ink soot,crock smut n destructive diseases of plants (especially cereal grasses) caused by fungi that produce black powdery masses of spores smut n any fungus of the order Ustilaginales smut n an offensive or indecent word or phrase obscenity,filth smut v make obscene smut v stain with a dirty substance, such as soot smut v become affected with smut smut v affect with smut or mildew, as of a crop such as corn smutch v make a smudge on; soil by smudging smear,blur,smudge smutty adj characterized by obscenity filthy,foul,nasty smutty adj soiled with dirt or soot black smyrna n a port city in western Turkey snack n a light informal meal bite,collation snack v eat a snack; eat lightly nosh snacker n someone who eats lightly or eats snacks between meals snaffle n a simple jointed bit for a horse; without a curb snaffle v get hold of or seize quickly and easily grab snaffle v fit or restrain with a snaffle snafu n an acronym often used by soldiers in World War II: situation normal all fucked up snafu v cause to be in a state of complete confusion snafu adj snarled or stalled in complete confusion snag n a sharp protuberance snag n a dead tree that is still standing, usually in an undisturbed forest snag n an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart rip,rent,split,tear snag n an unforeseen obstacle hitch,rub snag v catch on a snag snag v get by acting quickly and smartly snag v hew jaggedly snail n freshwater or marine or terrestrial gastropod mollusk usually having an external enclosing spiral shell snail n edible terrestrial snail usually served in the shell with a sauce of melted butter and garlic escargot snail v gather snails snake n limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous serpent snake n a deceitful or treacherous person snake n a tributary of the Columbia River that rises in Wyoming and flows westward; discovered in 1805 by the Lewis and Clark Expedition snake n a long faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near the equator stretching between Virgo and Cancer hydra snake v move smoothly and sinuously, like a snake snake v form a snake-like pattern snake v move along a winding path snakebite n a bite inflicted by a (venomous) snake snakelike adj resembling a serpent in form serpentine snap n the act of catching an object with the hands catch,grab,snatch snap n a spell of cold weather snap n tender green beans without strings that easily snap into sections snap n a crisp round cookie flavored with ginger gingersnap snap v utter in an angry, sharp, or abrupt tone snarl snap v separate or cause to separate abruptly tear,rupture,bust snap v break suddenly and abruptly, as under tension crack snap v move or strike with a noise click snapdragon n a garden plant of the genus Antirrhinum having showy white or yellow or crimson flowers resembling the face of a dragon snapper n (football) the person who plays center on the line of scrimmage and snaps the ball to the quarterback center snapper n flesh of any of various important food fishes of warm seas snapper n a party favor consisting of a paper roll (usually containing candy or a small favor) that pops when pulled at both ends cracker snapper n Australian food fish having a pinkish body with blue spots snappy adj apt to speak irritably snappy adj smart and fashionable whipping snappy adj pleasantly cold and invigorating crisp,frosty,nipping,nippy snappy adj marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners dapper,dashing,jaunty,natty,raffish,rakish,spiffy,spruce snapshot n an informal photograph; usually made with a small hand-held camera snap,shot snare n something (often something deceptively attractive) that catches you unawares trap snare n a small drum with two heads and a snare stretched across the lower head snare n a surgical instrument consisting of wire hoop that can be drawn tight around the base of polyps or small tumors to sever them; used especial snare n strings stretched across the lower head of a snare drum; they make a rattling sound when the drum is hit snare v catch in or as if in a trap trap,entrap,ensnare,trammel snare v entice and trap hook snarer n someone who sets snares for birds or small animals snarf v make off with belongings of others pilfer,cabbage,purloin,pinch,abstract,swipe,hook,sneak snarky adj disdainfully or ironically humorous; scornful and mocking sardonic snarl n a vicious angry growl snarl n an angry vicious expression snarl n something jumbled or confused tangle,maze snarl v utter in an angry, sharp, or abrupt tone snap snarl v make a snarling noise or move with a snarling noise snarl v twist together or entwine into a confusing mass entangle,tangle,mat snarl v make more complicated or confused through entanglements snarled adj tangled in knots or snarls knotty snatch n a small fragment bit snatch n obscene terms for female genitals cunt,puss,pussy,slit,twat snatch n (law) the unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonment kidnapping snatch n a weightlift in which the barbell is lifted overhead in one rapid motion snatch v to grasp hastily or eagerly snap snatch v to make grasping motions snatch v take away to an undisclosed location against their will and usually in order to extract a ransom kidnap,abduct snatcher n a thief who grabs and runs snatcher n someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom) kidnapper,abductor snazzy adj flashily stylish snead n United States golfer known for the graceful arc of his swing (1912-2002) sneak n a person who is regarded as underhanded and furtive and contemptible sneak n someone who prowls or sneaks about; usually with unlawful intentions prowler,stalker sneak n someone acting as an informer or decoy for the police fink,snitch,sneaker,canary sneak v to go stealthily or furtively mouse,creep,pussyfoot sneak v put, bring, or take in a secretive or furtive manner sneak v make off with belongings of others pilfer,cabbage,purloin,pinch,abstract,snarf,swipe,hook sneak v pass on stealthily slip sneak adj marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed furtive,sneaky,stealthy,surreptitious sneaker n a canvas shoe with a pliable rubber sole sneaker n someone acting as an informer or decoy for the police fink,snitch,sneak,canary sneaking adj not openly expressed sneaky adj marked by deception underhand,underhanded sneaky adj marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed furtive,sneak,stealthy,surreptitious sneer n a facial expression of contempt or scorn; the upper lip curls leer sneer n a contemptuous or scornful remark sneer v express through a scornful smile sneer v smile contemptuously sneering adj expressive of contempt supercilious,snide sneeze n a symptom consisting of the involuntary expulsion of air from the nose sneezing sneeze v exhale spasmodically, as when an irritant entered one's nose sneezer n a person who sneezes sneezeweed n any of various plants of the genus Helenium characteristically causing sneezing sneezing n a symptom consisting of the involuntary expulsion of air from the nose sneeze snick n a small cut notch,nick snick n a glancing contact with the ball off the edge of the cricket bat snick v hit a glancing blow with the edge of the bat snick v cut slightly, with a razor nick snicker n a disrespectful laugh snort,snigger snicker v laugh quietly snigger snickersnee n fighting with knives snide adj expressive of contempt supercilious,sneering sniff n sensing an odor by inhaling through the nose snuff sniff v perceive by inhaling through the nose whiff sniff v inhale audibly through the nose sniffle sniffer n a person who sniffs sniffle n the act of breathing heavily through the nose (as when the nose is congested) snuffle,snivel sniffle v cry or whine with snuffling snivel,blubber,blub,snuffle sniffle v inhale audibly through the nose sniff sniffler n a person who breathes audibly through a congested nose sniffy adj having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy disdainful,haughty,imperious,lordly,overbearing,supercilious,swaggering snifter n a globular glass with a small top; used for serving brandy snigger n a disrespectful laugh snicker,snort snigger v laugh quietly snicker snip n a small piece of anything (especially a piece that has been snipped off) snippet,snipping snip n the act of clipping or snipping clip,clipping snip v sever or remove by pinching or snipping nip,clip snip v cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of clip,crop,trim,lop,dress,prune snipe n Old or New World straight-billed game bird of the sandpiper family; of marshy areas; similar to the woodcocks snipe n a gunshot from a concealed location snipe v hunt or shoot snipe snipe v aim and shoot with great precision snipe v attack in speech or writing attack,round,assail,assault sniper n a marksman who shoots at people from a concealed place snippet n a small piece of anything (especially a piece that has been snipped off) snip,snipping snipping n a small piece of anything (especially a piece that has been snipped off) snip,snippet snips n (plural) hand shears for cutting sheet metal snitch n someone acting as an informer or decoy for the police fink,sneak,sneaker,canary snitch v take by theft hook,thieve,cop,glom snitch v give away information about somebody denounce,betray,rat,grass,shit,shop,stag snivel n whining in a tearful manner snivel n the act of breathing heavily through the nose (as when the nose is congested) snuffle,sniffle snivel v talk in a tearful manner whine snivel v snuff up mucus through the nose snuffle snivel v cry or whine with snuffling sniffle,blubber,blub,snuffle snob n a person regarded as arrogant and annoying prig,snot,snoot snobbery n the trait of condescending to those of lower social status snobbish adj befitting or characteristic of those who incline to social exclusiveness and who rebuff the advances of people considered inferior clubby,snobby snobby adj befitting or characteristic of those who incline to social exclusiveness and who rebuff the advances of people considered inferior clubby,snobbish snog v touch with the lips or press the lips (against someone's mouth or other body part) as an expression of love, greeting, etc. kiss,buss,osculate snood n an ornamental net in the shape of a bag that confines a woman's hair; pins or ties at the back of the head snook n large tropical American food and game fishes of coastal and brackish waters; resemble pike snooker n a form of pool played with 15 red balls and six balls of other colors and a cue ball snooker v fool or dupe snooker v leave one's opponent unable to take a direct shot snoop n a spy who makes uninvited inquiries into the private affairs of others snooper snoop v watch, observe, or inquire secretly spy,stag,sleuth snooper n a spy who makes uninvited inquiries into the private affairs of others snoop snoopy n a fictional beagle in a comic strip drawn by Charles Schulz snoopy adj offensively curious or inquisitive nosy,nosey,prying snoot n a person regarded as arrogant and annoying snob,prig,snot snoot n informal terms for the nose beak,hooter,nozzle,snout snooty adj (used colloquially) overly conceited or arrogant snotty snooze n sleeping for a short period of time (usually not in bed) nap snooze v sleep lightly or for a short period of time drowse,doze snore n the rattling noise produced when snoring snore n the act of snoring or producing a snoring sound snoring,stertor snore v breathe noisily during one's sleep snorer n someone who snores while sleeping snoring n the act of snoring or producing a snoring sound snore,stertor snorkel n breathing device consisting of a bent tube fitting into a swimmer's mouth and extending above the surface; allows swimmer to breathe while f snorkel n air passage provided by a retractable device containing intake and exhaust pipes; permits a submarine to stay submerged for extended periods breather snorkel v dive with a snorkel snorkeling n skin diving with a snorkel snort n a disrespectful laugh snicker,snigger snort n a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt boo,hoot,hiss,raspberry,razz,bird snort v indicate contempt by breathing noisily and forcefully through the nose snort v make a snorting sound by exhaling hard snort v inhale recreational drugs huff snort v inhale through the nose snorter n someone who expresses contempt or indignation by uttering a snorting sound snorter n something outstandingly difficult snorter n something that is extraordinary or remarkable or prominent snorting n an act of forcible exhalation puffing,huffing snot n a person regarded as arrogant and annoying snob,prig,snoot snot n nasal mucus snotty adj (used colloquially) overly conceited or arrogant snooty snotty adj dirty with nasal discharge snout n a long projecting or anterior elongation of an animal's head; especially the nose neb snout n informal terms for the nose beak,hooter,nozzle,snoot snout n beaklike projection of the anterior part of the head of certain insects such as e.g. weevils rostrum snow n precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals snowfall snow n a layer of snowflakes (white crystals of frozen water) covering the ground snow n English writer of novels about moral dilemmas in academe (1905-1980) snow n street names for cocaine coke,blow,c snow v fall as snow snow v conceal one's true motives from especially by elaborately feigning good intentions so as to gain an end hoodwink snowball n plant having heads of fragrant white trumpet-shaped flowers; grows in sandy arid regions snowball n ball of ice cream covered with coconut and usually chocolate sauce snowball n ball of crushed ice with fruit syrup snowball n snow pressed into a ball for throwing (playfully) snowball v increase or accumulate at a rapidly accelerating rate snowball v throw snowballs at snowbell n small tree native to Japan snowbird n medium-sized Eurasian thrush seen chiefly in winter fieldfare snowbird n white Arctic bunting snowflake snowbird n small North American finch seen chiefly in winter junco snowboard n a board that resembles a broad ski or a small surfboard; used in a standing position to slide down snow-covered slopes snowboard v glide down a snow-covered slope while standing on a board snowbound adj confined or shut in by heavy snow snowcap n a covering of snow (as on a mountain peak) snowdrift n a mass of snow heaped up by the wind snowdrop n common anemone of eastern North America with solitary pink-tinged white flowers snowfall n precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals snow snowflake n a crystal of snow flake snowflake n white Arctic bunting snowbird snowman n a figure of a person made of packed snow snowmobile n tracked vehicle for travel on snow having skis in front snowmobile v ride a snowmobile snowplow n a vehicle used to push snow from roads snowshoe n a device to help you walk on deep snow; a lightweight frame shaped like a racquet is strengthened with cross pieces and contains a network o snowshoe v travel on snowshoes snowstorm n a storm with widespread snowfall accompanied by strong winds blizzard snowsuit n a child's overgarment for cold weather snowy adj marked by the presence of snow white snowy adj covered with snow snowy adj of the white color of snow snp n (genetics) genetic variation in a DNA sequence that occurs when a single nucleotide in a genome is altered; SNPs are usually considered to b snub n an instance of driving away or warding off rebuff,repulse snub n a refusal to recognize someone you know cut snub v refuse to acknowledge ignore,disregard,cut snub v reject outright and bluntly rebuff,repel snub adj unusually short snuff n the charred portion of a candlewick snuff n a pinch of smokeless tobacco inhaled at a single time snuff n finely powdered tobacco for sniffing up the nose snuff n sensing an odor by inhaling through the nose sniff snuff v sniff or smell inquiringly snuffle snuff v inhale (something) through the nose snuff adj snuff colored; of a greyish to yellowish brown snuffer n a cone-shaped implement with a handle; for extinguishing candles snuffer n a person who snuffs out candles snuffer n a person who uses snuff snuffle n the act of breathing heavily through the nose (as when the nose is congested) sniffle,snivel snuffle v sniff or smell inquiringly snuff snuffle v snuff up mucus through the nose snivel snuffle v cry or whine with snuffling snivel,sniffle,blubber,blub snuffler n a person who breathes noisily (as through a nose blocked by mucus) snug n a small secluded room cubby,cubbyhole snug adj offering safety; well protected or concealed snug adj fitting closely but comfortably close snug adj well and tightly constructed snug adj enjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space cozy,cosy snuggle n a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace cuddle,nestle snuggle v move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position cuddle,nestle,nest,nuzzle snuggle v position comfortably nestle snuggled adj drawn or pressed close to someone or something for or as if for affection or protection nestled snugly adv fitting closely snugly adv safely protected snugly adv warmly and comfortably sheltered so n the syllable naming the fifth (dominant) note of any musical scale in solmization sol,soh so adv to a very great extent or degree so adv in a manner that facilitates so adv in such a condition or manner, especially as expressed or implied so adv to a certain unspecified extent or degree soak n the process of becoming softened and saturated as a consequence of being immersed in water (or other liquid) soaking soak n washing something by allowing it to soak soaking soak v submerge in a liquid soak v rip off; ask an unreasonable price overcharge,surcharge,gazump,fleece,plume,pluck,rob,hook soak v cover with liquid; pour liquid onto drench,douse,dowse,sop,souse soak v leave as a guarantee in return for money pawn,hock soaked adj very drunk besotted,crocked,cockeyed,loaded,pissed,plastered,sloshed,smashed soaker n a heavy rain downpour,cloudburst,deluge,torrent soaker n a person who drinks alcohol to excess habitually alcoholic,boozer,lush,souse soaking n the process of becoming softened and saturated as a consequence of being immersed in water (or other liquid) soak soaking n the act of making something completely wet drenching,souse soaking n washing something by allowing it to soak soak soaking adv extremely wet sopping,dripping soap n a cleansing agent made from the salts of vegetable or animal fats soap n money offered as a bribe soap n street names for gamma hydroxybutyrate scoop,max,goop soap v rub soap all over, usually with the purpose of cleaning lather soapbox n a crate for packing soap soapbox n a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it dais,podium,pulpit,rostrum,stump soapstone n a soft heavy compact variety of talc having a soapy feel; used to make hearths and tabletops and ornaments soapy adj resembling or having the qualities of soap soapy adj unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech buttery,fulsome,oily,oleaginous,smarmy,unctuous soar n the act of rising upward into the air zoom soar v rise rapidly surge,zoom soar v fly by means of a hang glider soar v fly upwards or high in the sky soar v go or move upward soaring n the activity of flying a glider glide,gliding,sailing soaring adj ascending to a level markedly higher than the usual soaring adj of imposing height; especially standing out above others eminent,lofty,towering sob n a dyspneic condition sob n insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous asshole,bastard,cocksucker,dickhead,shit,motherfucker,prick,whoreson sob n convulsive gasp made while weeping sobbing sob v weep convulsively sobbing n convulsive gasp made while weeping sob sobbingly adv with sobs sober v cause to become sober sober v become more realistic sober v become sober after excessive alcohol consumption sober adj not affected by a chemical substance (especially alcohol) intoxicated sober adj dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises grave,sedate,solemn sober adj lacking brightness or color; dull drab,somber,sombre sober adj completely lacking in playfulness serious sobering adj tending to make sober or more serious soberly adv in a grave and sober manner gravely sobriety n the state of being sober and not intoxicated by alcohol sobriety n moderation in or abstinence from alcohol or other drugs dryness sobriety n a manner that is serious and solemn gravity sobriety n abstaining from excess temperance sobriquet n a familiar name for a person (often a shortened version of a person's given name) nickname,moniker soccer n a football game in which two teams of 11 players try to kick or head a ball into the opponents' goal sociable n a party of people assembled to promote sociability and communal activity social,mixer sociable adj inclined to or conducive to companionship with others sociable adj friendly and pleasant social n a party of people assembled to promote sociability and communal activity sociable,mixer social adj relating to human society and its members societal social adj living together or enjoying life in communities or organized groups social adj relating to or belonging to or characteristic of high society social adj composed of sociable people or formed for the purpose of sociability socialism n a political theory advocating state ownership of industry socialism n an economic system based on state ownership of capital capitalism socialist n a political advocate of socialism socialist adj advocating or following the socialist principles socialistic socialistic adj advocating or following the socialist principles socialist capitalistic socialite n a socially prominent person socialization n the action of establishing on a socialist basis socialization n the act of meeting for social purposes socializing socialization n the adoption of the behavior patterns of the surrounding culture socialize v take part in social activities; interact with others socialize v train for a social environment socialize v prepare for social life socialize v make conform to socialist ideas and philosophies socialized adj under group or government control socializing n the act of meeting for social purposes socialization socially adv by or with respect to society socially adv in a social manner societal adj relating to human society and its members social society n an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization society n a formal association of people with similar interests club,guild,gild,lodge,order society n the state of being with someone company,companionship,fellowship society n the fashionable elite socioeconomic adj involving social as well as economic factors sociological adj of or relating to or determined by sociology sociologist n a social scientist who studies the institutions and development of human society sociology n the study and classification of human societies sociopath n someone with a sociopathic personality; a person with an antisocial personality disorder (`psychopath' was once widely used but has now been psychopath sock n hosiery consisting of a cloth covering for the foot; worn inside the shoe; reaches to between the ankle and the knee sock n a truncated cloth cone mounted on a mast; used (e.g., at airports) to show the direction of the wind drogue sock v hit hard bop,whop,bonk,bash socket n a bony hollow into which a structure fits socket n receptacle where something (a pipe or probe or end of a bone) is inserted socket n a receptacle into which an electric device can be inserted socle n a plain plinth that supports a wall socrates n ancient Athenian philosopher; teacher of Plato and Xenophon (470-399 BC) socratic adj of or relating to Socrates or to his method of teaching sod n surface layer of ground containing a mat of grass and grass roots turf,sward sod n an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of superoxide into hydrogen peroxide and oxygen sod n someone who engages in anal copulation (especially a male who engages in anal copulation with another male) bugger sod n an informal term for a youth or man guy,cat,hombre,bozo sod v cover with sod soda n a sodium salt of carbonic acid; used in making soap powders and glass and paper soda n a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring pop,tonic sodalite n a vitreous mineral consisting of sodium aluminum silicate and sodium chloride in crystalline form; occurs in igneous rocks sodden adj wet through and through; thoroughly wet soppy sodium n a silvery soft waxy metallic element of the alkali metal group; occurs abundantly in natural compounds (especially in salt water); burns wit na sodom n any location known for vice and corruption sodom n (Old Testament) an ancient city near the Dead Sea that (along with Gomorrah) was destroyed by God for the wickedness of its inhabitants sodomise v copulate with an animal sodomise v practice anal sex upon bugger sodomy n sexual activity between a person and an animal bestiality sodomy n intercourse via the anus, committed by a man with a man or woman buggery sofa n an upholstered seat for more than one person couch,lounge soffit n the underside of a part of a building (such as an arch or overhang or beam etc.) sofia n capital and largest city of Bulgaria located in western Bulgaria soft adj yielding readily to pressure or weight hard soft adj compassionate and kind; conciliatory hard soft adj (of sound) relatively low in volume loud soft adj easily hurt delicate soft adv in a relaxed manner; or without hardship easy softball n ball used in playing softball softball n a game closely resembling baseball that is played on a smaller diamond and with a ball that is larger and softer hardball soften v make (images or sounds) soft or softer sharpen soften v lessen in force or effect dampen,damp,weaken,break soften v give in, as to influence or pressure yield,relent soften v protect from impact cushion,buffer softened adj toned down softened adj being or made softer or less loud or clear dull,muffled,muted softener n a substance added to another to make it less hard softening n the process of becoming softer softening adj having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skin demulcent softly adv with low volume quietly loudly softly adv in a manner that is pleasing to the senses softly adv with little weight or force lightly,gently softly adv used as a direction in music; to be played relatively softly piano softness n the property of giving little resistance to pressure and being easily cut or molded hardness softness n poor physical condition; being out of shape or out of condition (as from a life of ease and luxury) softness n the quality of weather that is deliciously mild and soothing softness n a state of declining economic condition software n (computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and package hardware softwood n wood that is easy to saw (from conifers such as pine or fir) deal soggy adj (of soil) soft and watery marshy,mucky,muddy,sloppy,squashy,swampy,waterlogged soggy adj having the consistency of dough because of insufficient leavening or improper cooking doughy soggy adj slow and apathetic inert,sluggish,torpid soh n the syllable naming the fifth (dominant) note of any musical scale in solmization sol,so soho n a district in southwestern Manhattan noted for its shops and restaurants and galleries and artist's lofts soho n a city district of central London now noted for restaurants and nightclubs soil n the state of being covered with unclean things dirt,filth,grime,stain,grease,grunge soil n the part of the earth's surface consisting of humus and disintegrated rock dirt soil n material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use) land,ground soil n the geographical area under the jurisdiction of a sovereign state territory soil v make soiled, filthy, or dirty dirty,begrime,grime,colly,bemire soiled adj soiled or likely to soil with dirt or grime dirty,unclean soiree n a party of people assembled in the evening (usually at a private house) soja n erect bushy hairy annual herb having trifoliate leaves and purple to pink flowers; extensively cultivated for food and forage and soil impro soy,soya,soybean sojourn n a temporary stay (e.g., as a guest) visit sojourn v spend a certain length of time; reside temporarily sojourner n a temporary resident sol n a colloid that has a continuous liquid phase in which a solid is suspended in a liquid sol n (Roman mythology) ancient Roman god; personification of the sun; counterpart of Greek Helios sol n the syllable naming the fifth (dominant) note of any musical scale in solmization soh,so solace n the comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment consolation solace n comfort in disappointment or misery solace n the act of consoling; giving relief in affliction consolation,comfort solace v give moral or emotional strength to comfort,soothe,console solan n very large white gannet with black wing tips solanum n type genus of the Solanaceae: nightshade; potato; eggplant; bittersweet solar adj relating to or derived from the sun or utilizing the energies of the sun solarium n a room enclosed largely with glass and affording exposure to the sun sunporch,sunroom sold adj disposed of to a purchaser unsold solder n an alloy (usually of lead and tin) used when melted to join two metal surfaces solder v join or fuse with solder soldering n fastening firmly together bonding soldier n an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army soldier n a wingless sterile ant or termite having a large head and powerful jaws adapted for defending the colony soldier v serve as a soldier in the military soldiering n skills that are required for the life of soldier soldiering n the evasion of work or duty shirking sole n the underside of footwear or a golf club sole n lean flesh of any of several flatfish sole n the underside of the foot sole n right-eyed flatfish; many are valued as food; most common in warm seas especially European sole v put a new sole on sole adj not divided or shared with others exclusive sole adj being the only one; single and isolated from others lone,lonesome,only,solitary soledad n a city in northern Colombia; a suburb of Barranquilla soleless adj having no sole solely adv without any others being included or involved entirely,exclusively,alone,only solemn adj dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises grave,sedate,sober solemn adj characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions earnest,sincere solemnity n a trait of dignified seriousness solemnity n a solemn and dignified feeling gravity solemnly adv in a grave and sedate manner solent n a strait of the English Channel between the coast of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight solicit v make a solicitation or entreaty for something; request urgently or persistently beg,tap solicit v make amorous advances towards woo,court,romance solicit v approach with an offer of sexual favors hook,accost solicit v incite, move, or persuade to some act of lawlessness or insubordination solicitation n an entreaty addressed to someone of superior status solicitation n request for a sum of money appeal,collection solicitation n the act of enticing a person to do something wrong (as an offer of sex in return for money) allurement solicitor n a petitioner who solicits contributions or trade or votes solicitor n a British lawyer who gives legal advice and prepares legal documents solicitous adj full of anxiety and concern solicitous adj showing hovering attentiveness solicitude n a feeling of excessive concern solid n matter that is solid at room temperature and pressure solid n the state in which a substance has no tendency to flow under moderate stress; resists forces (such as compression) that tend to deform it; a solid n a three-dimensional shape solid adj characterized by good substantial quality solid adj of definite shape and volume; firm; neither liquid nor gaseous liquid,gaseous solid adj entirely of one substance with no holes inside hollow solid adj of one substance or character throughout solidago n goldenrod solidarity n a union of interests or purposes or sympathies among members of a group solidified adj changed into a solid mass solidify v make solid or more solid; cause to solidify solidify v become solid solidifying n the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization hardening,set,curing solidity n the consistency of a solid solidity n state of having the interior filled with matter solidity n the quality of being solid and reliable financially or factually or morally solidly adv as an undiversified whole solidly adv with strength and soundness soliloquize v talk to oneself soliloquy n speech you make to yourself monologue soliloquy n a (usually long) dramatic speech intended to give the illusion of unspoken reflections solitaire n a gem (usually a diamond) in a setting by itself solitaire n extinct flightless bird related to the dodo solitaire n a dull grey North American thrush noted for its beautiful song solitaire n a card game played by one person patience solitariness n the state of being alone in solitary isolation loneliness solitariness n a disposition toward being alone loneliness solitary n confinement of a prisoner in isolation from other prisoners solitary n one who lives in solitude hermit,recluse solitary adj characterized by or preferring solitude lone,lonely solitary adj of plants and animals; not growing or living in groups or colonies solitary adj lacking companions or companionship alone,lone,lonely solitary adj being the only one; single and isolated from others lone,lonesome,only,sole solitude n a state of social isolation purdah solitude n the state or situation of being alone solitude n a solitary place solo n any activity that is performed alone without assistance solo n a musical composition for one voice or instrument (with or without accompaniment) solo n a flight in which the aircraft pilot is unaccompanied solo v fly alone, without a co-pilot or passengers solo v perform a piece written for a single instrument solo adj composed or performed by a single voice or instrument solo adv without anybody else or anything else alone,unaccompanied soloist n a musician who performs a solo solomon n (Old Testament) son of David and king of Israel noted for his wisdom (10th century BC) solon n a man who is a respected leader in national or international affairs statesman solstice n either of the two times of the year when the sun is at its greatest distance from the celestial equator solubility n the quantity of a particular substance that can dissolve in a particular solvent (yielding a saturated solution) solubility n the property (of a problem or difficulty) that makes it possible to solve solubility n the quality of being soluble and easily dissolved in liquid soluble adj (of a substance) capable of being dissolved in some solvent (usually water) insoluble soluble adj susceptible of solution or of being solved or explained insoluble solute n the dissolved matter in a solution; the component of a solution that changes its state solution n a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances; frequently (but not necessarily) a liquid solution solution n a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem answer,result,resolution,solvent solution n a method for solving a problem solution n the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation root solvable adj capable of being solved solve v find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of lick,work solve v find the solution resolve solve v settle, as of a debt clear solved adj explained or answered resolved unsolved solvency n the ability to meet maturing obligations as they come due insolvency solvent n a liquid substance capable of dissolving other substances dissolver solvent n a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem solution,answer,result,resolution solvent adj capable of meeting financial obligations insolvent solver n a thinker who focuses on the problem as stated and tries to synthesize information and knowledge to achieve a solution solving n finding a solution to a problem resolution som n the basic unit of money in Uzbekistan som n the basic unit of money in Kyrgyzstan soma n leafless East Indian vine; its sour milky juice formerly used to make an intoxicating drink soma n personification of a sacred intoxicating drink used in Vedic ritual soma n alternative names for the body of a human being build,figure,physique,anatomy,shape,bod,chassis,frame somali n a member of a tall dark (mostly Muslim) people inhabiting Somalia somali n the Cushitic language spoken by the Somali somali adj of or relating to the African republic of Somalia or its people or their language and culture somalia n a republic in extreme eastern Africa on the Somali peninsula; subject to tribal warfare somatic adj affecting or characteristic of the body as opposed to the mind or spirit bodily,corporal somber adj lacking brightness or color; dull drab,sober,sombre somber adj grave or even gloomy in character sombre,melancholy somberly adv in a somber manner sombre adj lacking brightness or color; dull drab,sober,somber sombre adj grave or even gloomy in character somber,melancholy sombrero n one of the islands of Saint Christopher-Nevis sombrero n a straw hat with a tall crown and broad brim; worn in American southwest and in Mexico some adj (quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity no,all some adj relatively much but unspecified in amount or extent some adj relatively many but unspecified in number some adj remarkable some adv (of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct approximately,about,roughly,around somebody n a human being person,individual,someone,mortal,soul someday adv some unspecified time in the future somehow adv in some unspecified way or manner; or by some unspecified means somehow adv for some unspecified reason someone n a human being person,individual,somebody,mortal,soul someplace adv in or at or to some place somewhere somersault n an acrobatic feat in which the feet roll over the head (either forward or backward) and return somerset,somersaulting,flip somersault v do a somersault somersaulting n an acrobatic feat in which the feet roll over the head (either forward or backward) and return somersault,somerset,flip somerset n a county in southwestern England on the Bristol Channel somerset n an acrobatic feat in which the feet roll over the head (either forward or backward) and return somersault,somersaulting,flip sometime adj belonging to some prior time former,old,onetime,quondam sometime adv at some indefinite or unstated time sometimes adv on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always somewhat adv to a small degree or extent slightly somewhat adv to certain extent or degree reasonably,moderately,pretty,jolly,fairly,middling,passably somewhere n an indefinite or unknown location somewhere adv in or at or to some place someplace somme n battle of World War II (1944) somme n battle in World War I (1916) sommelier n a waiter who manages wine service in a hotel or restaurant somnolence n a very sleepy state sleepiness,drowsiness somnolent adj inclined to or marked by drowsiness son n a male human offspring boy daughter son n the divine word of God; the second person in the Trinity (incarnate in Jesus) word,logos sonant n a speech sound accompanied by sound from the vocal cords sonant adj produced with vibration of the vocal cords voiced,soft sonar n a measuring instrument that sends out an acoustic pulse in water and measures distances in terms of the time for the echo of the pulse to re sonata n a musical composition of 3 or 4 movements of contrasting forms sone n a unit of perceived loudness equal to the loudness of a 1000-hertz tone at 40 dB above threshold song n a short musical composition with words vocal song n a distinctive or characteristic sound song n the act of singing strain song n the characteristic sound produced by a bird call,birdsong songbird n any bird having a musical call songster songbook n a book containing a collection of songs songster n a composer of words or music for popular songs songwriter songster n a person who sings songster n any bird having a musical call songbird songstress n a woman songster (especially of popular songs) songwriter n a composer of words or music for popular songs songster sonic adj (of speed) having or caused by speed approximately equal to that of sound in air at sea level supersonic sonic adj relating to audible sound sonnet n a verse form consisting of 14 lines with a fixed rhyme scheme sonnet v praise in a sonnet sonnet v compose a sonnet sonny n a male child (a familiar term of address to a boy) cub,lad,laddie sonogram n an image of a structure that is produced by ultrasonography (reflections of high-frequency sound waves); used to observe fetal growth or to sonora n ground snakes sonorous adj full and loud and deep heavy sontag n United States writer (born in 1933) soon adv in the near future shortly,presently sooner n a native or resident of Oklahoma oklahoman sooner adv comparatives of `soon' or `early' earlier sooner adv more readily or willingly preferably,rather 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liquid onto drench,douse,dowse,soak,souse sophisticate n a worldly-wise person sophisticate v make less natural or innocent sophisticate v practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive twist,pervert,convolute sophisticate v alter and make impure, as with the intention to deceive doctor sophisticate v make more complex or refined sophisticated adj having or appealing to those having worldly knowledge and refinement and savoir-faire naive sophisticated adj ahead in development; complex or intricate advanced sophisticated adj intellectually appealing sophistication n uplifting enlightenment edification sophistication n a deliberately invalid argument displaying ingenuity in reasoning in the hope of deceiving someone sophistry sophistication n being expert or having knowledge of some technical subject sophistication n the quality or character of being intellectually sophisticated and worldly through cultivation or experience or disillusionment 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university in Paris; intellectual center of France sorbus n a genus of shrubs or trees of the family Rosaceae having feathery leaves sorcerer n one who practices magic or sorcery magician,wizard,necromancer,thaumaturge sorceress n a woman sorcerer sorcery n the belief in magical spells that harness occult forces or evil spirits to produce unnatural effects in the world necromancy sordid adj morally degraded seamy,seedy,sleazy,squalid sordid adj unethical or dishonest dirty,shoddy sordid adj foul and run-down and repulsive flyblown,squalid sordid adj meanly avaricious and mercenary sore n an open skin infection sore adj hurting sensitive,raw,tender sore adj causing misery or pain or distress painful sore adj roused to anger huffy,mad sorely adv to a great degree sorely adv in or as if in pain painfully sorghum n economically important Old World tropical cereal grass sorghum n annual or perennial tropical and subtropical cereal grasses: sorghum sorghum n made from juice of sweet sorghum sororal adj like or characteristic of or befitting a sister sorority n a social club for female undergraduates sorrel n any plant or flower of the genus Oxalis oxalis sorrel n any of certain coarse weedy plants with long taproots, sometimes used as table greens or in folk medicine dock sorrel n East Indian sparsely prickly annual herb or perennial subshrub widely cultivated for its fleshy calyxes used in tarts and jelly and for its roselle sorrel n large sour-tasting arrowhead-shaped leaves used in salads and sauces sorrel adj of a light brownish color sorrow n an emotion of great sadness associated with loss or bereavement joy sorrow n sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment regret,rue sorrow n something that causes great unhappiness grief sorrow n the state of being sad sadness sorrow v feel grief grieve sorrowful adj experiencing or marked by or expressing sorrow especially that associated with irreparable loss joyful sorry adj feeling or expressing regret or 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inspiration for later work seed,germ source n a facility where something is available source v get (a product) from another country or business source v specify the origin of sourdough n a leaven of dough in which fermentation is active; used by pioneers for making bread sourdough n a settler or prospector (especially in western United States or northwest Canada and Alaska) soured adj having turned bad souring n the process of becoming sour sourpuss n someone with a habitually sullen or gloomy expression pouter soursop n small tropical American tree bearing large succulent slightly acid fruit soursop n large spiny tropical fruit with tart pulp related to custard apples sousa n a United States bandmaster and composer of military marches (1854-1932) sousaphone n the lowest brass wind instrument tuba souse n a person who drinks alcohol to excess habitually alcoholic,boozer,lush,soaker souse n pork trimmings chopped and pickled and jelled souse n the act of making something completely wet drenching,soaking souse v cover with liquid; pour liquid onto drench,douse,dowse,soak,sop souse v immerse briefly into a liquid so as to wet, coat, or saturate dunk,dip,plunge,douse souse v become drunk or drink excessively soak,inebriate souse v cook in a marinade soused adj very drunk besotted,crocked,cockeyed,loaded,pissed,plastered,sloshed,smashed south n the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line south n the southern states that seceded from the United States in 1861 confederacy,dixie,dixieland south n the cardinal compass point that is at 180 degrees southward,s south n a location in the southern part of a country, region, or city south adj situated in or facing or moving toward or coming from the south north south adv in a southern direction southbound adj moving toward the south southward southeast n the compass point midway between south and east; at 135 degrees se southeast n the southeastern region of the United States southeast n the direction corresponding to the southeastward compass point southeast n a location in the southeastern part of a country, region, or city southeast adj coming from the southeast southeast adj situated in or oriented toward the southeast southeastern southeast adv to, toward, or in the southeast southeastern adj situated in or oriented toward the southeast southeast southeastern adj of a region of the United States generally including Alabama; Georgia; Florida; Tennessee; South Carolina; North Carolina souther n a wind from the south southerly southerly n a wind from the south souther southerly adj situated in or oriented toward the south southern southerly adj from the south; used especially of wind southern southerly adv toward the south southward southerly adv from the south southern adj in or characteristic of a region of the United States south of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line northern southern adj situated in or oriented toward the south southerly southern adj situated in or 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situated in or oriented toward the southwest southwestern southwest adv to, toward, or in the southwest southwestern n a dialect of Middle English southwestern adj situated in or oriented toward the southwest southwest southwestern adj of a region of the United States generally including New Mexico; Arizona; Texas; California; and sometimes Nevada; Utah; Colorado souvenir n something of sentimental value keepsake,token,relic souvenir n a reminder of past events memento sovereign n a nation's ruler or head of state usually by hereditary right monarch sovereign adj (of political bodies) not controlled by outside forces autonomous,independent sovereign adj greatest in status or authority or power supreme sovereignty n government free from external control sovereignty n royal authority; the dominion of a monarch reign sovereignty n the authority of a state to govern another state soviet n an elected governmental council in a communist country (especially one that is a member of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics) soviet adj of or relating to or characteristic of the former Soviet Union or its people soviets n the government of the Soviet Union sow n an adult female hog sow v place (seeds) in or on the ground for future growth seed sow v introduce into an environment sow v place seeds in or on (the ground) inseminate sower n someone who sows sown adj sprinkled with seed seeded soy n a source of oil; used for forage and soil improvement and as food soybean soy n erect bushy hairy annual herb having trifoliate leaves and purple to pink flowers; extensively cultivated for food and forage and soil impro soya,soybean,soja soy n thin sauce made of fermented soy beans soy n the most highly proteinaceous vegetable known; the fruit of the soybean plant is used in a variety of foods and as fodder (especially as a r soybean,soya soya n erect bushy hairy annual herb having trifoliate leaves and purple to pink flowers; extensively cultivated for food and forage and soil impro 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outside the Earth's atmosphere space v place at intervals spacecraft n a craft capable of traveling in outer space; technically, a satellite around the sun spaced adj spaced apart separated spaced adj arranged with spaces between; often used as a combining form spacefaring n a voyage outside the Earth's atmosphere spaceman n a person trained to travel in a spacecraft astronaut,cosmonaut spaceship n a spacecraft designed to carry a crew into interstellar space (especially in science fiction) starship spacesuit n a pressure suit worn by astronauts while in outer space spacey adj stupefied by (or as if by) some narcotic drug spacing n the time between occurrences of a repeating event spacing n the property possessed by an array of things that have space between them spacious adj very large in expanse or scope broad,wide spacious adj (of buildings and rooms) having ample space roomy spaciousness n spatial largeness and extensiveness (especially inside a building) roominess spade n a playing card in the major suit that has one or more black figures on it spade n a sturdy hand shovel that can be pushed into the earth with the foot spade v dig (up) with a spade spadework n dull or routine preliminary work preparing for an undertaking spadix n the fleshy axis of a spike often surrounded by a spathe spaghetti n spaghetti served with a tomato sauce spaghetti n pasta in the form of long strings spain n a parliamentary monarchy in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula; a former colonial power spall n a fragment broken off from the edge or face of stone or ore and having at least one thin edge spawl spam n a canned meat made largely from pork spam n unwanted e-mail (usually of a commercial nature sent out in bulk) spam v send unwanted or junk e-mail span n the complete duration of something span n the distance or interval between two points span n two items of the same kind couple,pair,twosome,twain,brace,yoke,couplet,duo span n a unit of length based on the width of the expanded human hand (usually taken as 9 inches) span v to cover or extend over an area or time period cross,traverse,sweep spandex n an elastic synthetic fabric spang v leap, jerk, bang bang spangle n adornment consisting of a small piece of shiny material used to decorate clothing sequin spangle v glitter as if covered with spangles spangle v decorate with spangles spangled adj covered with beads or jewels or sequins beady,sequined spaniard n a native or inhabitant of Spain spaniel n any of several breeds of small to medium-sized gun dogs with a long silky coat and long frilled ears spanish n the Romance language spoken in most of Spain and the countries colonized by Spain spanish n the people of Spain spanish adj of or relating to or characteristic of Spain or the people of Spain spank n a slap with the flat of the hand spank v give a spanking to; subject to a spanking paddle,larrup spanker n a hitter who slaps (usually another person) with an open hand slapper spanker n a fore-and-aft sail set on the aftermost lower mast (usually the mizzenmast) of a vessel spanking n the act of slapping on the buttocks spanking adj quick and energetic alert,brisk,lively,merry,rattling,snappy,zippy spanner n a hand tool that is used to hold or twist a nut or bolt wrench spar n any of various nonmetallic minerals (calcite or feldspar) that are light in color and transparent or translucent and cleavable spar n a stout rounded pole of wood or metal used to support rigging spar n making the motions of attack and defense with the fists and arms; a part of training for a boxer sparring spar v furnish with spars spar v fight with spurs spar v box lightly spar v fight verbally spare n an extra component of a machine or other apparatus spare n an extra car wheel and tire for a four-wheel vehicle spare n a score in tenpins; knocking down all ten after rolling two balls spare v refrain from harming save spare v save or relieve from an experience or action spare v give up what is 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trip,trigger,activate spark v emit or produce sparks sparkle sparkle n merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance twinkle,spark,light sparkle n the occurrence of a small flash or spark glitter sparkle n the quality of shining with a bright reflected light glitter,glister,glisten sparkle v reflect brightly sparkle v be lively or brilliant or exhibit virtuosity sparkle v emit or produce sparks spark sparkle v become bubbly or frothy or foaming foam,froth,fizz sparkling n a rapid change in brightness; a brief spark or flash twinkle sparkling adj shining with brilliant points of light like stars sparkling adj used of wines and waters; charged naturally or artificially with carbon dioxide effervescent still sparkly adj marked by high spirits or excitement bubbling,effervescent,frothy,scintillating sparkly adj having brief brilliant points or flashes of light aglitter,coruscant,glinting,glittering,glittery,scintillating sparling n common smelt of Europe sparling n the common smelt of Europe sparring n an argument in which the participants are trying to gain some advantage sparring n making the motions of attack and defense with the fists and arms; a part of training for a boxer spar sparrow n any of several small dull-colored singing birds feeding on seeds or insects sparrow n small brownish European songbird dunnock sparse adj not dense thin sparsely adv in a sparse way sparta n an ancient Greek city famous for military prowess; the dominant city of the Peloponnesus prior to the 4th century BC spartan n a resident of Sparta spartan adj of or relating to or characteristic of Sparta or its people spartan adj resolute in the face of pain or danger or adversity spartan adj unsparing and uncompromising in discipline or judgment severe spartan adj practicing great self-denial ascetic,austere spasm n a painful and involuntary muscular contraction cramp spasm n (pathology) sudden constriction of a hollow organ (as a blood vessel) spasmodic adj affected by involuntary jerky muscular contractions; resembling a spasm convulsive spasmodic adj occurring in spells and often abruptly fitful spasmodically adv with spasms spasmodically adv in spurts and fits spat n a quarrel about petty points bicker,bickering,tiff,squabble,fuss spat n a cloth covering (a legging) that covers the instep and ankles gaiter spat n a young oyster or other bivalve spat v come down like raindrops spat v become permanently attached spat v strike with a sound like that of falling rain spat v clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval applaud,clap,acclaim spate n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,deal,flock,heap,lot,mass,mess,mickle spate n a sudden forceful flow rush,surge,upsurge spate n the occurrence of a water flow resulting from sudden rain or melting snow spathe n a conspicuous bract surrounding or subtending a spadix or other inflorescence spatial adj pertaining to or involving or having the nature of space spatter n the noise of something spattering or sputtering explosively spattering,splatter,splattering,sputter,splutter,sputtering spatter n the act of splashing a (liquid) substance on a surface spattering,splash,splashing,splattering spatter v dash a liquid upon or against splatter,plash,splash,splosh,swash spatter v rain gently sprinkle,spit,patter spatter v spot, splash, or soil bespatter spattered adj covered with bright patches (often used in combination) dabbled,splashed,splattered spattering n the noise of something spattering or sputtering explosively spatter,splatter,splattering,sputter,splutter,sputtering spattering n the act of splashing a (liquid) substance on a surface spatter,splash,splashing,splattering spatula n a turner with a narrow flexible blade spatula n a hand tool with a thin flexible blade used to mix or spread soft substances spavin n a swelling of the hock joint of a horse; resulting in lameness spawl n a fragment broken off from the edge or face of stone or ore and having at least one thin edge spall spawn n the mass of eggs deposited by fish or amphibians or molluscs spawn v call forth engender,breed spawn v lay spawn spawner n a female fish at spawning time spay v remove the ovaries of alter,neuter,castrate spayed adj (of a female animal) having the ovaries removed speak v express in speech talk,utter,mouth,verbalize speak v exchange thoughts; talk with talk speak v use language talk speak v give a speech to address speaker n someone who expresses in language; someone who talks (especially someone who delivers a public speech or someone especially garrulous) talker speaker n electro-acoustic transducer that converts electrical signals into sounds loud enough to be heard at a distance loudspeaker speaker n the presiding officer of a deliberative assembly speakerphone n a telephone with a microphone and loudspeaker; can be used without picking up a handset; several people can participate in a call at the sam speakership n the position of Speaker speaking n the utterance of intelligible speech speaking n delivering an address to a public audience speaking adj capable of or involving speech or speaking spear n a long pointed rod used as a tool or weapon lance,shaft spear n an implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fish gig,lance spear v pierce with a spear spear v thrust up like a spear spearhead n someone who leads or initiates an activity (attack or campaign etc.) spearhead n the leading military unit in an attack spearhead n the head and sharpened point of a spear spearhead v be the leader of spearmint n common garden herb having clusters of small purplish flowers and yielding an oil used as a flavoring spec n a detailed description of design criteria for a piece of work specification special n a special offering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertising special n a dish or meal given prominence in e.g. a restaurant special n a television production that features a particular person or work or topic special adj unique or specific to a person or thing or category particular,peculiar special adj for a special service or occasion special adj surpassing what is common or usual or expected especial,exceptional,particular special adj adapted to or reserved for a particular purpose specialist n an expert who is devoted to one occupation or branch of learning generalist specialist n practices one branch of medicine speciality n an asset of special worth or utility forte,metier,specialty,strength speciality n a distinguishing trait peculiarity,specialty,distinctiveness speciality n the special line of work you have adopted as your career specialization,specialty specialization n the act of specializing; making something suitable for a special purpose specialization n the special line of work you have adopted as your career specialty,speciality specialization n (biology) the structural adaptation of some body part for a particular function differentiation specialize v become more focused on an area of activity or field of study narrow diversify specialize v be specific about specify specialize v suit to a special purpose specialize v devote oneself to a special area of work specialized adj developed or designed for a special activity or function specially adv in a special manner especially specially adv to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common particularly,peculiarly,especially specialty n an asset of special worth or utility forte,metier,speciality,strength specialty n a distinguishing trait peculiarity,speciality,distinctiveness specialty n the special line of work you have adopted as your career specialization,speciality species n (biology) taxonomic group whose members can interbreed species n a specific kind of something specific n a fact about some part (as opposed to general) particular general specific n a medicine that has a mitigating effect on a specific disease specific adj (sometimes followed by `to') applying to or characterized by or distinguishing something particular or special or unique general,nonspecific specific adj stated explicitly or in detail specific adj relating to or distinguishing or constituting a taxonomic species specific adj being or affecting a disease produced by a particular microorganism or condition; used also of stains or dyes used in making microscope slid nonspecific specifically adv in distinction from others generally specification n a detailed description of design criteria for a piece of work spec specification n naming explicitly specification n (patent law) a document drawn up by the applicant for a patent of invention that provides an explicit and detailed description of the nature specification n a restriction that is insisted upon as a condition for an agreement stipulation specificity n the quality of being specific rather than general specificity n the quality of being specific to a particular organism specified adj clearly and explicitly stated unspecified specify v specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement stipulate,qualify,condition specify v decide upon or fix definitely set,determine,define,fix,limit specify v determine the essential quality of define,delineate,delimit specify v be specific about specialize generalize specimen n an example regarded as typical of its class specimen n a bit of tissue or blood or urine that is taken for diagnostic purposes specious adj plausible but false spurious specious adj based on pretense; deceptively pleasing gilded,glossy speck n a very small spot pinpoint speck n (nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything atom,molecule,particle,mote speck n a slight but appreciable amount touch,hint,tinge,mite,pinch,jot speck v produce specks in or on specked adj having a pattern of dots dotted,flecked,speckled speckle n a small contrasting part of something spot,patch,fleck speckle v produce a mottled effect stipple speckle v mark with small spots speckled adj having a pattern of dots dotted,flecked,specked specs n (plural) optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision spectacles,eyeglasses,glasses spectacle n something or someone seen (especially a notable or unusual sight) spectacle n an elaborate and remarkable display on a lavish scale spectacle n a blunder that makes you look ridiculous; used in the phrase `make a spectacle of' yourself spectacles n (plural) optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision specs,eyeglasses,glasses spectacular n a lavishly produced performance spectacular adj sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect dramatic,striking spectacular adj characteristic of spectacles or drama spectacular adj having a quality that thrusts itself into attention outstanding,prominent,salient,striking spectacularly adv in a spectacular manner stunningly spectate v be a spectator in a sports event spectator n a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind) witness,viewer,watcher,looker spectator n a woman's pump with medium heel; usually in contrasting colors for toe and heel specter n a mental representation of some haunting experience ghost,shade,spook,wraith,spectre specter n a ghostly appearing figure apparition,phantom,phantasm,spectre spectral adj of or relating to a spectrum spectral adj resembling or characteristic of a phantom ghostlike,ghostly,spiritual spectre n a ghostly appearing figure apparition,phantom,phantasm,specter spectre n a mental representation of some haunting experience ghost,shade,spook,wraith,specter spectrograph n a spectroscope by which spectra can be photographed spectrograph n a photographic record of a spectrum spectrometer n spectroscope for obtaining a mass spectrum by deflecting ions into a thin slit and measuring the ion current with an electrometer spectrometry n the use of spectroscopes to analyze spectra spectroscopy spectroscopy n the use of spectroscopes to analyze spectra spectrometry spectrum n an ordered array of the components of an emission or wave spectrum n a broad range of related objects or values or qualities or ideas or activities specular adj capable of reflecting light like a mirror speculate v to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds theorize,conjecture,hypothesize,suppose speculate v talk over conjecturally, or review in an idle or casual way and with an element of doubt or without sufficient reason to reach a conclusion speculate v reflect deeply on a subject meditate,ponder,contemplate,muse,reflect,mull,ruminate speculate v invest at a risk job speculation n a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence guess,conjecture,supposition,surmise,hypothesis speculation n a hypothesis that has been formed by speculating or conjecturing (usually with little hard evidence) conjecture speculation n an investment that is very risky but could yield great profits venture speculation n continuous and profound contemplation or musing on a subject or series of subjects of a deep or abstruse nature meditation speculative adj not financially safe or secure bad,risky speculative adj not based on fact or investigation notional speculative adj showing curiosity inquisitive,questioning,wondering speculator n someone who makes conjectures without knowing the facts speculator n someone who risks losses for the possibility of considerable gains plunger speculum n a mirror (especially one made of polished metal) for use in an optical instrument speculum n a medical instrument for dilating a bodily passage or cavity in order to examine the interior speech n the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience address speech n (language) communication by word of mouth language speech n something spoken speech n the exchange of spoken words speechify v make speeches; hold forth, or harangue with a certain degree of formality speechless adj temporarily incapable of speaking dumb speed n distance travelled per unit time velocity speed n a rate (usually rapid) at which something happens swiftness,fastness speed n changing location rapidly speeding,hurrying speed n the ratio of the focal length to the diameter of a (camera) lens system speed v move hurridly rush,hasten,hie,race speed v move faster accelerate,quicken speed v move very fast hurry,zip speed v travel at an excessive or illegal velocity speedboat n a fast motorboat speeder n a driver who exceeds the safe speed limit speedily adv with speed quickly,rapidly,apace speeding n changing location rapidly speed,hurrying speedometer n a meter fixed to a vehicle that measures and displays its speed speedway n road where high speed driving is allowed speedway n a racetrack for racing automobiles or motorcycles speedwell n any plant of the genus Veronica veronica speedy adj characterized by speed; moving with or capable of moving with high speed rapid speedy adj accomplished rapidly and without delay quick speer n German Nazi architect who worked for Hitler (1905-1981) speke n English explorer who with Sir Richard Burton was the first European to explore Lake Tanganyika; he also discovered Lake Victoria and named i spell n a psychological state induced by (or as if induced by) a magical incantation enchantment,trance spell n a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) go,tour,turn spell n a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition while,piece,patch spell n a verbal formula believed to have magical force charm spell v orally recite the letters of or give the spelling of spell v indicate or signify import spell v write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word) write spell v relieve (someone) from work by taking a turn spellbinding adj attracting and holding interest as if by a spell hypnotic,mesmerizing spellbound adj having your attention fixated as though by a spell fascinated,hypnotized,mesmerized,transfixed speller n someone who spells words speller n an introductory textbook to teach spelling spelling n forming words with letters according to the principles underlying accepted usage spelt n hardy wheat grown mostly in Europe for livestock feed spelunk v explore natural caves cave spelunker n a person who explores caves spencer n English philosopher and sociologist who applied the theory of natural selection to human societies (1820-1903) spend v use up a period of time in a specific way pass spend v pay out expend,drop spend v spend completely spendable adj (used of funds) remaining after taxes expendable spender n English poet and critic (1909-1995) spender n someone who spends money prodigally spendthrift,scattergood spender n someone who spends money to purchase goods or services spending n the act of spending or disbursing money disbursement,outlay spending n money paid out; an amount spent outgo,expenditure,outlay spendthrift n someone who spends money prodigally spender,scattergood spendthrift adj recklessly wasteful extravagant,prodigal,profligate spenser n English poet who wrote an allegorical romance celebrating Elizabeth I in the Spenserian stanza (1552-1599) spent adj depleted of energy, force, or strength exhausted spent adj drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted exhausted,fatigued,gone sperm n the male reproductive cell; the male gamete spew v expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth spit spew v eject or send out in large quantities, also metaphorical spew v eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth vomit,purge,cast,sick,cat,disgorge,retch,puke sphagnum n any of various pale or ashy mosses of the genus Sphagnum whose decomposed remains form peat sphere n a particular environment or walk of life domain,area,orbit,field,arena sphere n any spherically shaped artifact sphere n the geographical area in which one nation is very influential sphere n a particular aspect of life or activity sector spherical adj of or relating to spheres or resembling a sphere spherical adj having the shape of a sphere or ball global,globular sphincter n a ring of muscle that contracts to close an opening sphinx n an inscrutable person who keeps his thoughts and intentions secret sphinx n (Greek mythology) a riddling winged monster with a woman's head and breast on a lion's body; daughter of Typhon sphinx n one of a number of large stone statues with the body of a lion and the head of a man that were built by the ancient Egyptians spice n aromatic substances of vegetable origin used as a preservative spice n any of a variety of pungent aromatic vegetable substances used for flavoring food spice n the property of being seasoned with spice and so highly flavored spice v make more interesting or flavorful spice v add herbs or spices to zest spicy adj producing a burning sensation on the taste nerves hot spicy adj suggestive of sexual impropriety blue,juicy,naughty,racy,risque spider n predatory arachnid with eight legs, two poison fangs, two feelers, and usually two silk-spinning organs at the back end of the body; they sp spider n a computer program that prowls the internet looking for publicly accessible resources that can be added to a database; the database can then wanderer spider n a skillet made of cast iron spiderlike adj relating to or resembling a member of the class Arachnida spiegel n pig iron containing manganese; used as a deoxidizing agent and to raise the manganese content in making steel spiel n plausible glib talk (especially useful to a salesperson) patter spiel v replay (as a melody) play spiel v speak at great length (about something) spielberg n United States filmmaker (born in 1947) spiff n attractiveness in appearance or dress or manner spiffing adj excellent or splendid spiffy adj marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners dapper,dashing,jaunty,natty,raffish,rakish,snappy,spruce spigot n a plug for a bunghole in a cask tap spigot n a regulator for controlling the flow of a liquid from a reservoir faucet spike n a transient variation in voltage or current spike n sports equipment consisting of a sharp point on the sole of a shoe worn by athletes spike n fruiting spike of a cereal plant especially corn ear spike n (botany) an indeterminate inflorescence bearing sessile flowers on an unbranched axis spike v stand in the way of spike v pierce with a sharp stake or point transfix,impale spike v secure with spikes spike v bring forth a spike or spikes spiked adj having a long sharp point spiky adj having or as if having especially high-pitched spots peaky spile n a column of wood or steel or concrete that is driven into the ground to provide support for a structure pile,piling,stilt spile n a plug used to close a hole in a barrel or flask bung spill n liquid that is spilled spill n a channel that carries excess water over or around a dam or other obstruction spillway spill n the act of allowing a fluid to escape spillage,release spill n a sudden drop from an upright position tumble,fall spill v cause or allow (a liquid substance) to run or flow from a container slop,splatter spill v flow, run or fall out and become lost spill v cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over shed,disgorge spill v pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities shed spillage n the amount that has spilled spillage n the act of allowing a fluid to escape spill,release spiller n an attacker who sheds or spills blood spiller n a long fishing line with many shorter lines and hooks attached to it (usually suspended between buoys) trawl,trotline spillover n (economics) any indirect effect of public expenditure spillway n a channel that carries excess water over or around a dam or other obstruction spill spin n a swift whirling motion (usually of a missile) spin n the act of rotating rapidly twirl,twist,twisting,whirl spin n a short drive in a car spin n rapid descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral tailspin spin v revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis whirl,reel,gyrate spin v stream in jets, of liquids spin v cause to spin whirl,birl,twirl spin v make up a story spinach n southwestern Asian plant widely cultivated for its succulent edible dark green leaves spinach n dark green leaves; eaten cooked or raw in salads spinal n anesthesia of the lower half of the body; caused by injury to the spinal cord or by injecting an anesthetic beneath the arachnoid membrane t spinal adj of or relating to the spine or spinal cord spindle n (biology) tiny fibers that are seen in cell division; the fibers radiate from two poles and meet at the equator in the middle spindle n a piece of wood that has been turned on a lathe; used as a baluster, chair leg, etc. spindle n any of various rotating shafts that serve as axes for larger rotating parts mandrel,arbor spindle n a stick or pin used to twist the yarn in spinning spindrift n spray blown up from the surface of the sea spoondrift spine n the series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord backbone,back spine n any sharply pointed projection spur,acantha spine n a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf thorn,prickle,pricker,sticker spine n the part of a book's cover that encloses the inner side of the book's pages and that faces outward when the book is shelved backbone spineless adj weak in willpower, courage or vitality gutless spineless adj lacking a backbone or spinal column invertebrate spineless adj lacking spiny processes spinous spineless adj lacking thorns spinelessness n the quality of lacking a strong character; an irresolute disposition spinnaker n a large and usually triangular headsail; carried by a yacht as a headsail when running before the wind spinner n someone who spins (who twists fibers into threads) spinster spinner n board game equipment that consists of a dial and an arrow that is spun to determine the next move in the game spinner n fisherman's lure; revolves when drawn through the water spinney n a copse that shelters game spinning n creating thread spinous adj having spines spiny spineless spinous adj shaped like a spine or thorn acanthous spinoza n Dutch philosopher who espoused a pantheistic system (1632-1677) spinster n an elderly unmarried woman spinster n someone who spins (who twists fibers into threads) spinner spiny adj having spines spinous spiny adj having or covered with protective barbs or quills or spines or thorns or setae etc. barbed,bristled,burred,burry,prickly,thorny spiracle n a breathing orifice spiral n a plane curve traced by a point circling about the center but at increasing distances from the center spiral n a curve that lies on the surface of a cylinder or cone and cuts the element at a constant angle helix spiral n a continuously accelerating change in the economy spiral n ornament consisting of a curve on a plane that winds around a center with an increasing distance from the center volute spiral v to wind or move in a spiral course gyrate,coil spiral v form a spiral spiral v move in a spiral or zigzag course corkscrew spiral adj in the shape of a coil coiling,helical,spiraling,volute,whorled spiraling adj in the shape of a coil coiling,helical,spiral,volute,whorled spirant n a continuant consonant produced by breath moving against a narrowing of the vocal tract spirant adj of speech sounds produced by forcing air through a constricted passage (as `f', `s', `z', or `th' in both `thin' and `then') strident spire n a tall tower that forms the superstructure of a building (usually a church or temple) and that tapers to a point at the top steeple spirit n the vital principle or animating force within living things spirit n the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people tone,feel,feeling,flavor,look,smell spirit n a fundamental emotional and activating principle determining one's character spirit n any incorporeal supernatural being that can become visible (or audible) to human beings spirit v infuse with spirit spirited adj displaying animation, vigor, or liveliness spirited adj marked by lively action bouncing,bouncy,peppy,zippy spirited adj willing to face danger game,gritty,mettlesome,spunky spirited adj made lively or spirited enlivened spiritedness n quality of being active or spirited or alive and vigorous animation spirits n an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented liquor,booze spiritual n a kind of religious song originated by Blacks in the southern United States spiritual adj concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church religious spiritual adj concerned with or affecting the spirit or soul unearthly spiritual adj lacking material body or form or substance spiritual adj resembling or characteristic of a phantom ghostlike,ghostly,spectral spiritualism n (theology) any doctrine that asserts the separate existence of God spiritualism n the belief that the spirits of dead people can communicate with people who are still alive (especially via a medium) spiritualism n concern with things of the spirit spirituality spiritualist n someone who serves as an intermediary between the living and the dead medium,sensitive spiritualist adj of or relating to or connected with spiritualism spirituality n property or income owned by a church spirituality n concern with things of the spirit spiritualism spiritually adv in a spiritual manner spirometer n a measuring instrument for measuring the vital capacity of the lungs spit n a narrow strip of land that juts out into the sea tongue spit n a clear liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands of the mouth; moistens the mouth and starts the digestion of saliva,spittle spit n a skewer for holding meat over a fire spit n the act of spitting (forcefully expelling saliva) spitting spit v expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth spew spit v utter with anger or contempt spit v rain gently sprinkle,spatter,patter spit v drive a skewer through skewer spitball n a projectile made by chewing a piece of paper and shaping it into a sphere spitball n an illegal pitch in which a foreign substance (spit or Vaseline) is applied to the ball by the pitcher before he throws it spite n feeling a need to see others suffer malice,venom spite n malevolence by virtue of being malicious or spiteful or nasty nastiness spite v hurt the feelings of hurt,wound,injure,bruise,offend spiteful adj showing malicious ill will and a desire to hurt; motivated by spite vindictive spitsbergen n islands in the Svalbard archipelago to the east of northern Greenland; belonging to Norway spitting n the act of spitting (forcefully expelling saliva) spit spittle n a clear liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands of the mouth; moistens the mouth and starts the digestion of saliva,spit spittoon n a receptacle for spit (usually in a public place) spitz n any of various stocky heavy-coated breeds of dogs native to northern regions having pointed muzzles and erect ears with a curled furry tail spiv n a person without employment who makes money by various dubious schemes; goes about smartly dressed and having a good time splash n the sound like water splashing plash splash n a prominent or sensational but short-lived news event stir splash n a small quantity of something moist or liquid dab,splatter splash n a patch of bright color splash v cause (a liquid) to spatter about, especially with force sprinkle,splosh splash v walk through mud or mire squelch,squish,splosh,slosh,slop splash v dash a liquid upon or against spatter,splatter,plash,splosh,swash splash v mark or overlay with patches of contrasting color or texture; cause to appear splashed or spattered splashed adj (of a fluid) having been propelled about in flying drops or masses splashed adj covered with bright patches (often used in combination) dabbled,spattered,splattered splashing n the act of splashing a (liquid) substance on a surface spatter,spattering,splash,splattering splashing n the act of scattering water about haphazardly splash splashy adj characterized by water flying about haphazardly splashy adj marked by ostentation but often tasteless flamboyant,showy splashy adj covered with patches of bright color splat n a single splash splat n a slat of wood in the middle of the back of a straight chair splat v give off the sound of a bullet flattening on impact splat v split open and flatten for cooking splat v flatten on impact splatter n the noise of something spattering or sputtering explosively spatter,spattering,splattering,sputter,splutter,sputtering splatter n a small quantity of something moist or liquid dab,splash splatter v cause or allow (a liquid substance) to run or flow from a container spill,slop splatter v dash a liquid upon or against spatter,plash,splash,splosh,swash splattered adj covered with bright patches (often used in combination) dabbled,spattered,splashed splattering n the noise of something spattering or sputtering explosively spatter,spattering,splatter,sputter,splutter,sputtering splattering n the act of splashing a (liquid) substance on a surface spatter,spattering,splash,splashing splay n an outward bevel around a door or window that makes it seem larger splay v spread open or apart splay v turn outward rotate splay v move out of position dislocate,luxate,slip splay adj turned outward in an ungainly manner spleen n a large dark-red oval organ on the left side of the body between the stomach and the diaphragm; produces cells involved in immune responses lien spleen n a feeling of resentful anger splendid adj having great beauty and splendor glorious,resplendent splendid adj very good; of the highest quality excellent,ripping splendid adj characterized by grandeur brilliant,glorious,magnificent splendidly adv extremely well excellently,magnificently,famously splendidly adv in an impressively beautiful manner magnificently splendor n a quality that outshines the usual luster,splendour splendor n the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand magnificence,brilliance,splendour,grandeur splendour n a quality that outshines the usual luster,splendor splendour n the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand magnificence,brilliance,splendor,grandeur splenic adj of or relating to the spleen lienal splice n a junction where two things (as paper or film or magnetic tape) have been joined together splicing splice n joint made by overlapping two ends and joining them together splice v join the ends of splice v perform a marriage ceremony marry,wed,tie splice v join together so as to form new genetic combinations splice v join by interweaving strands splicing n a junction where two things (as paper or film or magnetic tape) have been joined together splice spline n a flexible strip (wood or rubber) used in drawing curved lines spline n a thin strip (wood or metal) slat splint n a thin sliver of wood splint n an orthopedic mechanical device used to immobilize and protect a part of the body (as a broken leg) splint v support with a splint splinter n a small thin sharp bit or wood or glass or metal sliver splinter v withdraw from an organization or communion secede splinter v divide into slivers or splinters sliver splinter v break up into splinters or slivers sliver splintering n the act of chipping something chip,chipping splinters n wood in small pieces or splinters splintery adj subject to breaking into sharp slender pieces splintery adj resembling or consisting of or embedded with long slender fragments of (especially) wood having sharp points split n extending the legs at right angles to the trunk (one in front and the other in back) split n a bottle containing half the usual amount split n a promised or claimed share of loot or money split n a lengthwise crack in wood split v separate into parts or portions divide,separate,dissever split v separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument cleave,rive split v discontinue an association or relation; go different ways separate,part,break split v go one's own way; move apart separate,part split adj having been divided; having the unity destroyed disconnected,fragmented split adj (especially of wood) cut or ripped longitudinally with the grain splitter n a worker who splits fish and removes the backbone splitter n a taxonomist who classifies organisms into many groups on the basis of relatively minor characteristics divider lumper splitter n a laborer who splits logs to build split-rail fences splitting adj resembling a sound of violent tearing as of something ripped apart or lightning splitting a tree rending,ripping splodge n an irregularly shaped spot blotch,splotch splosh v make a splashing sound splash,slosh,slush splosh v walk through mud or mire squelch,squish,splash,slosh,slop splosh v cause (a liquid) to spatter about, especially with force sprinkle,splash splosh v dash a liquid upon or against spatter,splatter,plash,splash,swash splotch n an irregularly shaped spot blotch,splodge splotch v blotch or spot splurge n an ostentatious display (of effort or extravagance etc.) splurge n any act of immoderate indulgence orgy,binge splurge v indulge oneself fling splurge v be showy or ostentatious splutter n the noise of something spattering or sputtering explosively spatter,spattering,splatter,splattering,sputter,sputtering splutter n an utterance (of words) with spitting sounds (as in rage) sputter splutter v utter with a spitting sound, as if in a rage sputter splutter v spit up in an explosive manner sputter spock n United States pediatrician whose many books on child care influenced the upbringing of children around the world (1903-1998) spoil n (usually plural) valuables taken by violence (especially in war) spoil n the act of spoiling something by causing damage to it spoiling,spoilage spoil n the act of stripping and taking by force spoil v make a mess of, destroy or ruin botch,bodge,bumble,fumble,muff,blow,flub,bungle spoil v become unfit for consumption or use spoil v alter from the original corrupt spoil v treat with excessive indulgence pamper,featherbed,cosset,cocker,baby,coddle,mollycoddle,indulge spoilage n the amount that has spoiled spoilage n the process of becoming spoiled spoiling spoilage n the act of spoiling something by causing damage to it spoil,spoiling spoiled adj having the character or disposition harmed by pampering or oversolicitous attention spoilt spoiled adj (of foodstuffs) not in an edible or usable condition bad,spoilt spoiler n a candidate with no chance of winning but who may draw enough votes to prevent one of the leading candidates from winning spoiler n someone who takes spoils or plunder (as in war) pillager,looter,raider spoiler n someone who pampers or spoils by excessive indulgence spoiler n an airfoil mounted on the rear of a car to reduce lift at high speeds spoiling n the process of becoming spoiled spoilage spoiling n the act of spoiling something by causing damage to it spoil,spoilage spoilsport n someone who spoils the pleasure of others killjoy spoilt adj having the character or disposition harmed by pampering or oversolicitous attention spoiled spoilt adj (of foodstuffs) not in an edible or usable condition bad,spoiled spoilt adj affected by blight; anything that mars or prevents growth or prosperity blighted spokane n a city in eastern Washington near the Idaho border spoke n support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim radius spoke n one of the crosspieces that form the steps of a ladder rundle,rung spoken adj uttered through the medium of speech or characterized by speech; sometimes used in combination written spokesman n a male spokesperson spokesperson n an advocate who represents someone else's policy or purpose interpreter,representative,voice spokeswoman n a female spokesperson sponge n a porous mass of interlacing fibers that forms the internal skeleton of various marine animals and usable to absorb water or any porous rubb sponge n someone able to acquire new knowledge and skills rapidly and easily sponge n a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage leech,parasite,sponger sponge n primitive multicellular marine animal whose porous body is supported by a fibrous skeletal framework; usually occurs in sessile colonies sponge v wipe with a sponge, so as to clean or moisten sponge v ask for and get free; be a parasite mooch,bum,cadge,grub sponge v erase with a sponge; as of words on a blackboard sponge v soak up with a sponge sponger n a workman employed to collect sponges sponger n a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage leech,parasite,sponge spongy adj easily squashed; resembling a sponge in having soft porous texture and compressibility squashy,squishy spongy adj like a sponge in being able to absorb liquids and yield it back when compressed sponsor n someone who supports or champions something patron,supporter sponsor n an advocate who presents a person (as for an award or a degree or an introduction etc.) presenter sponsor v assume sponsorship of patronize sponsor v assume responsibility for or leadership of sponsor v do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of patronize,shop,frequent sponsorship n the act of sponsoring (either officially or financially) spontaneity n the quality of being spontaneous and coming from natural feelings without constraint spontaneous adj happening or arising without apparent external cause induced spontaneous adj said or done without having been planned or written in advance unwritten spontaneously adv in a spontaneous manner spontaneously adv without advance preparation impromptu spoof n a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way parody,lampoon,mockery,takeoff,burlesque,travesty spoof v make a parody of burlesque,parody spook n someone unpleasantly strange or eccentric creep,weirdo spook n a mental representation of some haunting experience ghost,shade,wraith,specter,spectre spook v frighten or scare, and often provoke into a violent action spooky adj unpredictably excitable (especially of horses) skittish,flighty,nervous spool n a winder around which thread or tape or film or other flexible materials can be wound bobbin,reel spool v transfer data intended for a peripheral device (usually a printer) into temporary storage spool v wind onto a spool or a reel spoon n a piece of cutlery with a shallow bowl-shaped container and a handle; used to stir or serve or take up food spoon n as much as a spoon will hold spoonful spoon n formerly a golfing wood with an elevated face spoon v scoop up or take up with a spoon spoon v snuggle and lie in a position where one person faces the back of the others smooch spoonbill n wading birds having a long flat bill with a tip like a spoon spoondrift n spray blown up from the surface of the sea spindrift spoonful n as much as a spoon will hold spoon spoor n the trail left by a person or an animal; what the hunter follows in pursuing game sporadic adj recurring in scattered and irregular or unpredictable instances continual sporadically adv in a sporadic manner periodically spore n a small usually single-celled asexual reproductive body produced by many nonflowering plants and fungi and some bacteria and protozoans and spork n trademark for a plastic eating utensil that has both tines and a bowl like a spoon sporophyte n the spore-producing individual or phase in the life cycle of a plant having alternation of generations sporran n a fur or leather pouch worn at the front of the kilt as part of the traditional dress of Scottish Highlanders sport n an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition athletics sport n the occupation of athletes who compete for pay sport n (Maine colloquial) a temporary summer resident of Maine sport n a person known for the way she (or he) behaves when teased or defeated or subjected to trying circumstances sport v wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner feature,boast sport v play boisterously frolic,lark,skylark,disport,cavort,gambol,frisk,romp sporting adj exhibiting or calling for sportsmanship or fair play clean,sporty,sportsmanlike sporting adj relating to or used in sports sporting adj involving risk or willingness to take a risk sporting adj preoccupied with the pursuit of pleasure and especially games of chance dissipated,betting sportingly adv so as to be sporting; in a sporting manner sportscaster n an announcer who reads sports news or describes sporting events sportsman n someone who engages in sports sport sportsmanlike adj exhibiting or calling for sportsmanship or fair play clean,sporting,sporty sportsmanship n fairness in following the rules of the game sportswear n attire worn for sport or for casual wear sporty adj exhibiting or calling for sportsmanship or fair play clean,sporting,sportsmanlike sporty adj (used especially of clothes) marked by conspicuous display flashy,gaudy,jazzy,showy sporty adj appropriate for sport or engagement in a sport spot n a point located with respect to surface features of some region place spot n a short section or illustration (as between radio or tv programs or in a magazine) that is often used for advertising spot n an outstanding characteristic point spot n a blemish made by dirt smudge,blot,daub,smear,smirch,slur spot v catch sight of descry,espy,spy spot v detect with the senses recognize,recognise,distinguish,discern spot v mar or impair with a flaw blemish spot v make a spot or mark onto fleck,blob,blot spotless adj completely neat and clean immaculate spotlight n a focus of public attention limelight,glare spotlight n a lamp that produces a strong beam of light to illuminate a restricted area; used to focus attention of a stage performer spot spotlight v move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent foreground,highlight spotlight v illuminate with a spotlight, as in the theater spots n spots before the eyes caused by opaque cell fragments in the vitreous humor and lens floater spotted adj having spots or patches (small areas of contrasting color or texture) patched,spotty spotter n a worker employed at a dry-cleaning establishment to remove spots spotter n a worker employed to apply spots (as markers or identifiers) spotter n a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event lookout,sentinel,sentry,watch,scout,picket spotter n someone who is the first to observe something finder,discoverer spotting n the act of spotting or staining something staining spotting n the act of detecting something; catching sight of something detection,catching,spying spotty adj having spots or patches (small areas of contrasting color or texture) patched,spotted spotty adj lacking consistency uneven,scratchy spousal adj of or relating to a wedding bridal,nuptial spousal adj relating to a spouse spouse n a person's partner in marriage partner,mate spout n an opening that allows the passage of liquids or grain spout v gush forth in a sudden stream or jet spurt,gush spout v talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner rant,jabber,rave spouting adj propelled violently in a usually narrow stream jetting,spurting,squirting sprag n a chock or bar wedged under a wheel or between the spokes to prevent a vehicle from rolling down an incline sprag n a wooden prop used to support the roof of a mine sprain n a painful injury to a joint caused by a sudden wrenching of its ligaments sprain v twist suddenly so as to sprain twist,wrench,turn,rick sprat n small fatty European fish; usually smoked or canned like sardines sprat n small herring processed like a sardine sprawl n an aggregation or continuous network of urban communities sprawl n an ungainly posture with arms and legs spread about sprawling sprawl v sit or lie with one's limbs spread out sprawl v go, come, or spread in a rambling or irregular way straggle sprawling n an ungainly posture with arms and legs spread about sprawl sprawling adj spreading out in different directions or distributed irregularly rambling spray n a pesticide in suspension or solution; intended for spraying spray n a quantity of small objects flying through the air spraying spray n flower arrangement consisting of a single branch or shoot bearing flowers and foliage spray n a dispenser that turns a liquid (such as perfume) into a fine mist atomizer,sprayer,nebulizer spray v be discharged in sprays of liquid spray v scatter in a mass or jet of droplets spray v cover by spraying with a liquid sprayer n a worker who applies spray to a surface sprayer n a dispenser that turns a liquid (such as perfume) into a fine mist atomizer,spray,nebulizer spraying n the dispersion of fungicides or insecticides or fertilizer on growing crops (often from a low-flying aircraft) spraying n a quantity of small objects flying through the air spray spraying n the application of a liquid in the form of small particles ejected from a sprayer spread n process or result of distributing or extending over a wide expanse of space spreading spread n a conspicuous disparity or difference as between two figures gap spread n farm consisting of a large tract of land along with facilities needed to raise livestock (especially cattle) ranch spread n a haphazard distribution in all directions scatter spread v distribute or disperse widely distribute gather spread v become distributed or widespread propagate spread v spread across or over spread v spread out or open from a closed or folded state unfold,open spread adj distributed or spread over a considerable extent dispersed spread adj prepared or arranged for a meal; especially having food set out spread adj fully extended in width spreader n a hand tool for spreading something spreader n a mechanical device for scattering something (seed or fertilizer or sand etc.) in all directions broadcaster spreading n process or result of distributing or extending over a wide expanse of space spread spreading n the opening of a subject to widespread discussion and debate dissemination,airing spreading n act of extending over a wider scope or expanse of space or time spread spreadsheet n a screen-oriented interactive program enabling a user to lay out financial data on the screen spree n a brief indulgence of your impulses fling spree v engage without restraint in an activity and indulge, as when shopping sprig n a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division); usually applied to branches of the current or preceding year branchlet,twig sprig n an ornament that resembles a spray of leaves or flowers sprigged adj decorated with designs of sprigs sprightly adj full of spirit and vitality spring n the season of growth springtime spring n a metal elastic device that returns to its shape or position when pushed or pulled or pressed spring n a natural flow of ground water fountain,outflow,outpouring spring n a point at which water issues forth spring v move forward by leaps and bounds jump,leap,bound spring v develop into a distinctive entity form spring v spring back; spring away from an impact bounce,resile,bound,rebound,recoil,reverberate,ricochet spring v develop suddenly springboard n a flexible board for jumping upward springboard n a beginning from which an enterprise is launched springbok n a South African gazelle noted for springing lightly into the air springer n the lowest stone in an arch -- from which it springs springer n a cow about to give birth springer n a large spaniel with wavy silky coat usually black or liver and white springfield n capital of the state of Illinois springfield n a city of southwestern Missouri springfield n a city and manufacturing center in southwestern Massachusetts on the Connecticut River springtime n the season of growth spring sprinkle n a light shower that falls in some locations and not others nearby scattering,sprinkling sprinkle n the act of sprinkling or splashing water sprinkling,sparge sprinkle v distribute loosely scatter,dot,dust,disperse sprinkle v cause (a liquid) to spatter about, especially with force splash,splosh sprinkle v rain gently spit,spatter,patter sprinkle v scatter with liquid; wet lightly sparge sprinkler n mechanical device that attaches to a garden hose for watering lawn or garden sprinkles n bits of sweet chocolate used as a topping on e.g. ice cream sprinkling n a small number (of something) dispersed haphazardly scattering sprinkling n a light shower that falls in some locations and not others nearby scattering,sprinkle sprinkling n the act of sprinkling water in baptism (rare) aspersion sprinkling n the act of sprinkling or splashing water sprinkle,sparge sprint n a quick run dash sprint v run very fast, usually for a short distance sprinter n someone who runs a short distance at top speed sprit n a light spar that crosses a fore-and-aft sail diagonally sprite n a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers fairy,fay sprites n atmospheric electricity (lasting 10 msec) appearing as globular flashes of red (pink to blood-red) light rising to heights of 60 miles (some spritz n a quick squirt of some liquid (usually carbonated water) spritz v eject (a liquid) quickly spritz v cover (a location) wholly or partially by squirting a liquid onto it sprocket n roller that has teeth on the rims to pull film or paper through sprocket n thin wheel with teeth that engage with a chain sprocket n tooth on the rim of gear wheel cog sprog n a new military recruit sprog n a child sprout n any new growth of a plant such as a new branch or a bud sprout n a newly grown bud (especially from a germinating seed) sprout v produce buds, branches, or germinate shoot,spud,germinate sprout v put forth and grow sprouts or shoots stock sprouted adj (of growing vegetation) having just emerged from the ground sprouting n the process whereby seeds or spores sprout and begin to grow germination spruce n light soft moderately strong wood of spruce trees; used especially for timbers and millwork spruce n any coniferous tree of the genus Picea spruce v make neat, smart, or trim spruce v dress and groom with particular care, as for a special occasion spruce adj marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners dapper,dashing,jaunty,natty,raffish,rakish,spiffy,snappy sprue n a chronic disorder that occurs in tropical and non-tropical forms and in both children and adults; nutrients are not absorbed; symptoms incl spry adj moving quickly and lightly agile,nimble,quick spud n an edible tuber native to South America; a staple food of Ireland potato,murphy,tater spud n a sharp hand shovel for digging out roots and weeds spud v initiate drilling operations, as for petroleum spud v produce buds, branches, or germinate shoot,germinate,sprout spume n foam or froth on the sea spume v make froth or foam and become bubbly froth,suds spunk n material for starting a fire kindling,tinder,touchwood,punk spunk n the courage to carry on heart,mettle,nerve spunky adj showing courage feisty,plucky spunky adj willing to face danger game,gritty,mettlesome,spirited spur n a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something goad,goading,prod,prodding,urging,spurring spur n any sharply pointed projection spine,acantha spur n tubular extension at the base of the corolla in some flowers spur n a sharp prod fixed to a rider's heel and used to urge a horse onward gad spur v incite or stimulate spur v give heart or courage to goad spur v strike with a spur spur v goad with spurs spurge n any of numerous plants of the genus Euphorbia; usually having milky often poisonous juice spurious adj ostensibly valid, but not actually valid spurious adj plausible but false specious spurious adj born out of wedlock misbegotten spurious adj false or fake; not what it appears to be unauthentic spurn v reject with contempt reject,scorn,disdain spurned adj rebuffed (by a lover) without warning jilted,rejected spurring n a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something goad,goading,prod,prodding,urging,spur spurt n the occurrence of a sudden discharge (as of liquid) jet,squirt spurt v gush forth in a sudden stream or jet gush,spout spurt v move or act with a sudden increase in speed or energy forge spurting adj propelled violently in a usually narrow stream jetting,spouting,squirting sputnik n a Russian artificial satellite sputter n the noise of something spattering or sputtering explosively spatter,spattering,splatter,splattering,splutter,sputtering sputter n an utterance (of words) with spitting sounds (as in rage) splutter sputter v make an explosive sound sputter v cause to undergo a process in which atoms are removed sputter v climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling clamber,scramble,shin,skin,struggle sputter v utter with a spitting sound, as if in a rage splutter sputtering n the noise of something spattering or sputtering explosively spatter,spattering,splatter,splattering,sputter,splutter sputum n expectorated matter; saliva mixed with discharges from the respiratory passages; in ancient and medieval physiology it was believed to cause phlegm spy n (military) a secret agent hired by a state to obtain information about its enemies or by a business to obtain industrial secrets from compet spy n a secret watcher; someone who secretly watches other people spy v catch sight of descry,spot,espy spy v watch, observe, or inquire secretly stag,snoop,sleuth spy v catch sight of; to perceive with the eyes sight spy v secretly collect sensitive or classified information; engage in espionage spyglass n a small refracting telescope glass spying n keeping a secret or furtive watch spying n the act of keeping a secret watch for intelligence purposes spying n the act of detecting something; catching sight of something detection,catching,spotting spyware n computer software that obtains information from a user's computer without the user's knowledge or consent squab n flesh of a pigeon suitable for roasting or braising; flesh of a dove (young squab) may be broiled dove squab n a soft padded sofa squab n an unfledged pigeon squab adj short and fat squabble n a quarrel about petty points bicker,bickering,spat,tiff,fuss squabble v argue over petty things quibble,niggle,bicker,brabble squad n a smallest army unit squad n a cooperative unit (especially in sports) team squad n a small squad of policemen trained to deal with a particular kind of crime squadron n a cavalry unit consisting of two or more troops and headquarters and supporting arms squadron n an air force unit larger than a flight and smaller than a group squadron n a naval unit that is detached from the fleet for a particular task squalid adj morally degraded seamy,seedy,sleazy,sordid squalid adj foul and run-down and repulsive flyblown,sordid squall n sudden violent winds; often accompanied by precipitation squall v make high-pitched, whiney noises waul squall v utter a sudden loud cry shout,cry,call,yell,scream,holler,hollo squall v blow in a squall squalor n sordid dirtiness squander v spend thoughtlessly; throw away waste,blow squander v spend extravagantly consume,waste,ware squandered adj not used to good advantage wasted squandering n spending resources lavishly and wastefully square n (geometry) a plane rectangle with four equal sides and four right angles; a four-sided regular polygon foursquare square n the product of two equal terms square n an open area at the meeting of two or more streets square n something approximating the shape of a square square v make square square v raise to the second power square v cause to match, as of ideas or acts square v position so as to be square square adj having four equal sides and four right angles or forming a right angle round square adj characterized by honesty and fairness straight square adj providing abundant nourishment hearty,satisfying,solid,substantial square adj leaving no balance square adv in a straight direct way squarely square adv in a square shape squarely square adv firmly and solidly squarely squared adj having been made square squarely adv directly and without evasion; not roundabout forthrightly,forthright squarely adv in a straight direct way square squarely adv firmly and solidly square squarely adv in a square shape square squareness n the property of being shaped like a square squark n a quark with an electric charge of -1/3 and a mass 988 times that of an electron and a strangeness of -1 squash n any of numerous annual trailing plants of the genus Cucurbita grown for their fleshy edible fruits squash n edible fruit of a squash plant; eaten as a vegetable squash n a game played in an enclosed court by two or four players who strike the ball with long-handled rackets squash v to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition crush,squelch,mash,squeeze squashed adj that has been violently compressed squashy adj like a pulp or overripe; not having stiffness squashy adj (of soil) soft and watery marshy,mucky,muddy,sloppy,soggy,swampy,waterlogged squashy adj easily squashed; resembling a sponge in having soft porous texture and compressibility spongy,squishy squat n exercising by repeatedly assuming a crouching position with the knees bent; strengthens the leg muscles squatting squat n a small worthless amount jack,shit squat n the act of assuming or maintaining a crouching position with the knees bent and the buttocks near the heels squatting squat v sit on one's heels crouch,scrunch,hunker squat v be close to the earth, or be disproportionately wide squat v occupy (a dwelling) illegally squat adj short and thick; as e.g. having short legs and heavy musculature chunky,dumpy,squatty,stumpy squat adj having a low center of gravity; built low to the ground squatter n someone who settles lawfully on government land with the intent to acquire title to it homesteader,nester squatter n someone who settles on land without right or title squatting n exercising by repeatedly assuming a crouching position with the knees bent; strengthens the leg muscles squat squatting n the act of assuming or maintaining a crouching position with the knees bent and the buttocks near the heels squat squatty adj short and thick; as e.g. having short legs and heavy musculature chunky,dumpy,squat,stumpy squawk n the noise of squawking squawk n informal terms for objecting gripe,kick,beef,bitch squawk v utter a harsh abrupt scream screech squawk v complain gripe,bitch,grouse,crab,beef,bellyache,holler squeak n a short high-pitched noise squeak n something achieved (or escaped) by a narrow margin squeaker squeak v make a high-pitched, screeching noise whine,screech,creak squeaker n any artifact that makes a squeaking sound when used squeaker n something achieved (or escaped) by a narrow margin squeak squeaking adj having or making a high-pitched sound such as that made by a mouse or a rusty hinge squeaky,squealing squeaky adj having or making a high-pitched sound such as that made by a mouse or a rusty hinge squeaking,squealing squeal n a high-pitched howl squeal v utter a high-pitched cry, characteristic of pigs oink squeal v confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure confess,fink squealer n one who reveals confidential information in return for money informer,rat,blabber squealer n domestic swine hog,pig,grunter squealing adj having or making a high-pitched sound such as that made by a mouse or a rusty hinge squeaking,squeaky squeamish adj excessively fastidious and easily disgusted dainty,nice,prissy squeamishness n a mild state of nausea queasiness,qualm squeamishness n the trait of being excessively fastidious and easily shocked squeegee n T-shaped cleaning implement with a rubber edge across the top; drawn across a surface to remove water (as in washing windows) squeegee v wipe with a squeegee squeezable adj capable of being easily compressed squeeze n the act of gripping and pressing firmly squeezing squeeze n a state in which there is a short supply of cash to lend to businesses and consumers and interest rates are high squeeze n a situation in which increased costs cannot be passed on to the customer squeeze n (slang) a person's girlfriend or boyfriend squeeze v to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition squash,crush,squelch,mash squeeze v press firmly squeeze v squeeze like a wedge into a tight space wedge,force squeeze v to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means coerce,hale,pressure,force squeezing n the act of gripping and pressing firmly squeeze squelch n a crushing remark squelch n an electric circuit that cuts off a receiver when the signal becomes weaker than the noise squelch v suppress or crush completely quell,quench squelch v make a sucking sound squelch v walk through mud or mire squish,splash,splosh,slosh,slop squelch v to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition squash,crush,mash,squeeze squelched adj subdued or overcome quelled squib n firework consisting of a tube filled with powder (as a broken firecracker) that burns with a fizzing noise squid n (Italian cuisine) squid prepared as food calamari squid n widely distributed fast-moving ten-armed cephalopod mollusk having a long tapered body with triangular tail fins squiggle n a short twisting line curlicue squiggle n an illegible scrawl squiggly adj wavy and twisting squill n bulb of the sea squill, which is sliced, dried, and used as an expectorant squill n having dense spikes of small white flowers and yielding a bulb with medicinal properties squill n an Old World plant of the genus Scilla having narrow basal leaves and pink or blue or white racemose flowers scilla squinch n a small arch built across the interior angle of two walls (usually to support a spire) squinch v crouch down squinch v draw back, as with fear or pain flinch,funk,cringe,shrink,wince,recoil,quail squinch v cross one's eyes as if in strabismus squint squint n abnormal alignment of one or both eyes strabismus squint n the act of squinting; looking with the eyes partly closed squint v cross one's eyes as if in strabismus squinch squint v be cross-eyed; have a squint or strabismus squint v partly close one's eyes, as when hit by direct blinding light squint adj (used especially of glances) directed to one side with or as if with doubt or suspicion or envy askance,asquint,sidelong squinting adj having eyes half closed in order to see better squire n young nobleman attendant on a knight squire n an English country landowner squire n a man who attends or escorts a woman gallant squire v attend upon as a squire; serve as a squire squirm n the act of wiggling wiggle,wriggle squirm v to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) writhe,wrestle,wriggle,worm,twist squirrel n a kind of arboreal rodent having a long bushy tail squirrel n the fur of a squirrel squirt n someone who is small and insignificant squirt n the occurrence of a sudden discharge (as of liquid) jet,spurt squirt v cause to come out in a squirt eject squirt v wet with a spurt of liquid squirting adj propelled violently in a usually narrow stream jetting,spouting,spurting squish n the noise of soft mud being walked on squish v walk through mud or mire squelch,splash,splosh,slosh,slop squish v put (a liquid) into a container or another place by means of a squirting action squishy adj easily squashed; resembling a sponge in having soft porous texture and compressibility spongy,squashy sr n a soft silver-white or yellowish metallic element of the alkali metal group; turns yellow in air; occurs in celestite and strontianite strontium sr n the unit of solid angle adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites ss n the United States intelligence agency that protects current and former presidents and vice presidents and their immediate families and prote ss n special police force in Nazi Germany founded as a personal bodyguard for Adolf Hitler in 1925; the SS administered the concentration camps stab n a sudden sharp feeling pang,twinge stab n a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument thrust stab n informal words for any attempt or effort shot stab v use a knife on knife stab v stab or pierce jab stab v poke or thrust abruptly jab,prod,poke,dig stabbing adj causing physical or especially psychological injury wounding stabbing adj painful as if caused by a sharp instrument cutting,keen,knifelike,piercing stabile n a sculpture having fixed units (usually constructed of sheet metal) and attached to a fixed support mobile stabile adj (chemistry, physics, biology) resistant to change stabile adj not able or intended to be moved immovable stability n the quality or attribute of being firm and steadfast instability stability n a stable order (especially of society) instability stability n the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation constancy stabilization n the act of stabilizing something or making it more stable stabilization n the act of making something (as a vessel or aircraft) less likely to overturn stabilize v make stable and keep from fluctuating or put into an equilibrium destabilize stabilize v support or hold steady and make steadfast, with or as if with a brace brace,steady stabilize v become stable or more stable destabilize stabilized adj made stable or firm stabilizer n a chemical that is added to a solution or mixture or suspension to maintain it in a stable or unchanging state stabilizer n airfoil consisting of a device for stabilizing an aircraft stabilizer n a device for making something stable stabilizing adj causing to become stable stable n a farm building for housing horses or other livestock stalls stable v shelter in a stable stable adj resistant to change of position or condition unstable stable adj firm and dependable; subject to little fluctuation stable adj not taking part readily in chemical change stable adj maintaining equilibrium staccato adj (music) marked by or composed of disconnected parts or sounds; cut short crisply disconnected legato staccato adv separating the notes; in music legato stack n an orderly pile stack n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,deal,flock,heap,lot,mass,mess,mickle stack n a list in which the next item to be removed is the item most recently stored (LIFO) stack n a large tall chimney through which combustion gases and smoke can be evacuated smokestack stack v load or cover with stacks stack v arrange in stacks pile,heap stack v arrange the order of so as to increase one's winning chances stacked adj arranged in a stack stacked adj (of a woman's body) having a large bosom and pleasing curves busty,buxom,curvy,voluptuous stacker n a laborer who builds up a stack or pile stacks n a large number or amount tons,dozens,heaps,lots,piles,scores,loads,rafts stacks n storage space in a library consisting of an extensive arrangement of bookshelves where most of the books are stored staddle n a base or platform on which hay or corn is stacked stadium n a large structure for open-air sports or entertainments bowl,arena staff n personnel who assist their superior in carrying out an assigned task staff n a strong rod or stick with a specialized utilitarian purpose staff n the body of teachers and administrators at a school faculty staff n building material consisting of plaster and hair; used to cover external surfaces of temporary structure (as at an exposition) or for decora staff v provide with staff staff v serve on the staff of staffer n an employee who is a member of a staff of workers (especially a member of the staff that works for the President of the United States) stag n a male deer, especially an adult male red deer hart stag n adult male deer stag v attend a dance or a party without a female companion stag v give away information about somebody denounce,betray,rat,grass,shit,shop,snitch stag v watch, observe, or inquire secretly spy,snoop,sleuth stage n any distinct time period in a sequence of events phase stage n a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process degree,level,point stage n a large platform on which people can stand and can be seen by an audience stage n the theater as a profession (usually `the stage') stage v perform (a play), especially on a stage present,represent stage v plan, organize, and carry out (an event) arrange stagecoach n a large coach-and-four formerly used to carry passengers and mail on regular routes between towns stage stagecraft n skill in writing or staging plays staged adj written for or performed on the stage staged adj deliberately arranged for effect arranged stagehand n an employee of a theater who performs work involved in putting on a theatrical production stager n someone who supervises the physical aspects in the production of a show and who is in charge of the stage when the show is being performed stager n an experienced person who has been through many battles; someone who has given long service veteran stagger n an unsteady uneven gait lurch,stumble stagger v walk as if unable to control one's movements reel,keel,lurch,swag,careen stagger v walk with great difficulty flounder stagger v to arrange in a systematic order distribute stagger v astound or overwhelm, as with shock staggering adj so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm astonishing,astounding staggeringly adv extremely enormously,tremendously,hugely staggers n a disease of the central nervous system affecting especially horses and cattle; characterized by an unsteady swaying gait and frequent falli staging n the production of a drama on the stage staging n a system of scaffolds scaffolding staging n travel by stagecoach staging n getting rid of a stage of a multistage rocket stagnant adj not circulating or flowing dead stagnant adj not growing or changing; without force or vitality moribund stagnate v stand still stagnate v cause to stagnate stagnate v cease to flow; stand without moving stagnate v be idle; exist in a changeless situation idle,laze,slug stagnation n a state of inactivity (in business or art etc) doldrums stagnation n inactivity of liquids; being stagnant; standing still; without current or circulation staid adj characterized by dignity and propriety sedate stain n a soiled or discolored appearance discoloration stain n (microscopy) a dye or other coloring material that is used in microscopy to make structures visible stain n the state of being covered with unclean things dirt,filth,grime,soil,grease,grunge stain n a symbol of disgrace or infamy mark,stigma,brand stain v color with a liquid dye or tint stain v produce or leave stains stain v make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically tarnish,maculate,sully,defile stain v color for microscopic study stained adj marked or dyed or discolored with foreign matter unstained stained adj having a coating of stain or varnish varnished stainer n a worker who stains (wood or fabric) staining n (histology) the use of a dye to color specimens for microscopic study staining n the act of spotting or staining something spotting stainless n steel containing chromium that makes it resistant to corrosion stainless adj (of reputation) free from blemishes unstained,unsullied,untainted stair n support consisting of a place to rest the foot while ascending or descending a stairway step staircase n a way of access (upward and downward) consisting of a set of steps stairway stairs n a flight of stairs or a flight of steps steps stairway n a way of access (upward and downward) consisting of a set of steps staircase stairwell n a vertical well around which there is a stairway stake n (law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something interest stake n a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track) post stake n instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning stake n the money risked on a gamble stakes,bet,wager stake v put at risk venture,hazard,adventure,jeopardize stake v place a bet on back,gage,game,punt stake v mark with a stake post stake v tie or fasten to a stake stakeholder n someone entrusted to hold the stakes for two or more persons betting against one another; must deliver the stakes to the winner stakeout n surveillance of some place or some person by the police (as in anticipation of a crime) stakes n the money risked on a gamble stake,bet,wager stalagmite n a cylinder of calcium carbonate projecting upward from the floor of a limestone cave stale v urinate, of cattle and horses stale adj lacking freshness, palatability, or showing deterioration from age fresh stale adj lacking originality or spontaneity; no longer new cold,dusty stalemate n a situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible deadlock,impasse,standstill stalemate n drawing position in chess: any of a player's possible moves would place his king in check stalemate v subject to a stalemate stalemated adj at a complete standstill because of opposition of two unrelenting forces or factions deadlocked stalin n Russian leader who succeeded Lenin as head of the Communist Party and created a totalitarian state by purging all opposition (1879-1953) stalingrad n a city in the European part of Russia on the Volga; site of German defeat in World War II in the winter of 1942-43 stalinism n a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.) dictatorship,absolutism,authoritarianism,despotism,totalitarianism,tyranny stalinist n a follower of Stalin and Stalinism stalinist adj of or relating to Joseph Stalin or his times stalk n material consisting of seed coverings and small pieces of stem or leaves that have been separated from the seeds chaff,husk,shuck,straw,stubble stalk n a slender or elongated structure that supports a plant or fungus or a plant part or plant organ stem stalk n a hunt for game carried on by following it stealthily or waiting in ambush stalking stalk n the act of following prey stealthily stalking stalk v walk stiffly stalk v follow stealthily or recur constantly and spontaneously to haunt stalk v go through (an area) in search of prey stalked adj having or growing on or from a peduncle or stalk stalker n someone who walks with long stiff strides stalker n someone who stalks game stalker n someone who prowls or sneaks about; usually with unlawful intentions prowler,sneak stalking n a hunt for game carried on by following it stealthily or waiting in ambush stalk stalking n the act of following prey stealthily stalk stall n a compartment in a stable where a single animal is confined and fed stall n small area set off by walls for special use booth,cubicle,kiosk stall n a booth where articles are displayed for sale stand stall n a malfunction in the flight of an aircraft in which there is a sudden loss of lift that results in a downward plunge stall v postpone doing what one should be doing procrastinate,dillydally stall v come to a stop conk stall v deliberately delay an event or action stall v put into, or keep in, a stall stalling n a tactic used to mislead or delay stall stallion n uncastrated adult male horse entire stalls n a farm building for housing horses or other livestock stable stalwart n a person who is loyal to their allegiance (especially in times of revolt) loyalist stalwart adj having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships hardy,stout,sturdy stalwart adj dependable stout stalwart adj used especially of persons stamen n the male reproductive organ of a flower stamina n enduring strength and energy toughness stammer n a speech disorder involving hesitations and involuntary repetitions of certain sounds stutter stammer v speak haltingly bumble,stutter,falter stamp n the distinctive form in which a thing is made cast,mold,mould stamp n a type or class stamp n a symbol that is the result of printing or engraving impression stamp n a small adhesive token stuck on a letter or package to indicate that that postal fees have been paid postage stamp v walk heavily stomp,stump stamp v to mark, or produce an imprint in or on something stamp v reveal clearly as having a certain character stamp v affix a stamp to stampede n a headlong rush of people on a common impulse stampede n a wild headlong rush of frightened animals (horses or cattle) stampede v cause to run in panic stampede v cause a group or mass of people to act on an impulse or hurriedly and impulsively stampede v act, usually en masse, hurriedly or on an impulse stampede v run away in a stampede stamper n a workman whose job is to form or cut out by applying a mold or die (either by hand or by operating a stamping machine) stamper n someone who walks with a heavy noisy gait or who stamps on the ground stomper,tramper stamper n a power tool that stamps stance n standing posture stance n a rationalized mental attitude position,posture stanch v stop the flow of a liquid stem,staunch,halt stanchion n any vertical post or rod used as a support stand n a support or foundation base,pedestal stand n the position where a thing or person stands stand n a growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area stand n a small table for holding articles of various kinds stand v be standing; be upright sit,lie stand v be in some specified state or condition stand v occupy a place or location, also metaphorically stand v hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright yield standard n a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated criterion,measure,touchstone standard n the ideal in terms of which something can be judged criterion standard n a board measure = 1980 board feet standard n the value behind the money in a monetary system standard adj conforming to or constituting a standard of measurement or value; or of the usual or regularized or accepted kind nonstandard standard adj commonly used or supplied standard adj established or well-known or widely recognized as a model of authority or excellence nonstandard standard adj conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers received nonstandard standardization n the condition in which a standard has been successfully established standardization n the imposition of standards or regulations normalization standardization n the act of checking or adjusting (by comparison with a standard) the accuracy of a measuring instrument calibration standardize v cause to conform to standard or norm standardize v evaluate by comparing with a standard standardized adj brought into conformity with a standard standardized adj capable of replacing or changing places with something else; permitting mutual substitution without loss of function or suitability exchangeable,interchangeable,similar standby n something that can be relied on when needed standby n an actor able to replace a regular performer when required understudy standby adj ready for emergency use standee n someone who stands in a place where one might otherwise sit (as a spectator who uses standing room in a theater or a passenger on a crowded standee n a lifesize cardboard cutout (usually of a celebrity) stander n an organism (person or animal) that stands sitter standing n social or financial or professional status or reputation standing n an ordered listing of scores or results showing the relative positions of competitors (individuals or teams) in a sporting event standing n the act of assuming or maintaining an erect upright position standing adj having a supporting base standing adj not created for a particular occasion standing adj (of fluids) not moving or flowing running standing adj executed in or initiated from a standing position running standish n English colonist in America; leader of the Pilgrims in the early days of the Plymouth Colony (1584-1656) standoff n the finish of a contest in which the score is tied and the winner is undecided draw,tie standoff n the act of repulsing or repelling an attack; a successful defensive stand repulsion standoffish adj lacking cordiality; unfriendly offish standpoint n a mental position from which things are viewed viewpoint,stand standstill n a situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible deadlock,impasse,stalemate standstill n an interruption of normal activity stand stanford n United States railroad executive and founder of Stanford University (1824-1893) stanford n a university in California stanhope n a light open horse-drawn carriage with two or four wheels and one seat stanley n United States inventor who built a steam-powered automobile (1849-1918) stanley n Welsh journalist and explorer who led an expedition to Africa in search of David Livingstone and found him in Tanzania in 1871; he and Livin stannic adj of or relating to or containing tin stannous stannous adj of or relating to or containing tin stannic stanton n United States suffragist and feminist; called for reform of the practices that perpetuated sexual inequality (1815-1902) stanza n a fixed number of lines of verse forming a unit of a poem staph n spherical Gram-positive parasitic bacteria that tend to form irregular colonies; some cause boils or septicemia or infections staphylococcus staphylococcus n spherical Gram-positive parasitic bacteria that tend to form irregular colonies; some cause boils or septicemia or infections staph staple n (usually in the plural) a necessary commodity for which demand is constant basic staple n a natural fiber (raw cotton, wool, hemp, flax) that can be twisted to form yarn staple n material suitable for manufacture or use or finishing staple n a short U-shaped wire nail for securing cables staple v secure or fasten with a staple or staples staple adj necessary or important, especially regarding food or commodities stapler n a machine that inserts staples into sheets of paper in order to fasten them together star n (astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior star n someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field ace,adept,champion,sensation,virtuoso,genius,hotshot,superstar star n any celestial body visible (as a point of light) from the Earth at night star n an actor who plays a principal role principal,lead star v feature as the star star v be the star in a performance star v mark with an asterisk asterisk star adj indicating the most important performer or role leading,prima,starring,stellar starboard n the right side of a ship or aircraft to someone who is aboard and facing the bow or nose larboard starboard v turn to the right, of helms or rudders starboard adj located on the right side of a ship or aircraft starch n a complex carbohydrate found chiefly in seeds, fruits, tubers, roots and stem pith of plants, notably in corn, potatoes, wheat, and rice; an amylum starch n a commercial preparation of starch that is used to stiffen textile fabrics in laundering starch v stiffen with starch starches n foodstuff rich in natural starch (especially potatoes, rice, bread) starchlike adj resembling starch amyloid starchy adj consisting of or containing starch starchy adj rigidly formal stiff,buckram stardom n the status of being acknowledged as a star stardust n a dreamy romantic or sentimental quality stare n a fixed look with eyes open wide stare v look at with fixed eyes gaze stare v fixate one's eyes starer n a viewer who gazes fixedly (often with hostility) starfish n echinoderms characterized by five arms extending from a central disk stargaze v observe the stars stargaze v have a daydream; indulge in a fantasy dream,daydream,woolgather stargazer n someone indifferent to the busy world stargazer n a physicist who studies astronomy astronomer stargazer n heavy-bodied marine bottom-lurkers with eyes on flattened top of the head staring adj (used of eyes) open and fixed as if in fear or wonder staring adj without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers arrant,complete,consummate,everlasting,gross,perfect,pure,stark stark adj devoid of any qualifications or disguise or adornment blunt,crude stark adj severely simple austere,severe,stern stark adj complete or extreme stark adj without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers arrant,complete,consummate,everlasting,gross,perfect,pure,staring stark adv completely starkers adj (British informal) stark naked starkey n rock star and drummer for the Beatles (born in 1940) starr starkly adv in a stark manner starkly adv in sharp outline or contrast starkly adv in a blunt manner starkness n the quality of being complete or utter or extreme absoluteness starkness n an extreme lack of furnishings or ornamentation bareness starlet n a young (film) actress who is publicized as a future star starlet n a small star starlight n the light of the stars starlike adj resembling a star starling n gregarious birds native to the Old World starlit adj lighted only by stars starr n rock star and drummer for the Beatles (born in 1940) starkey starred adj marked with an asterisk starring adj indicating the most important performer or role leading,prima,star,stellar starry adj abounding with or resembling stars starship n a spacecraft designed to carry a crew into interstellar space (especially in science fiction) spaceship start n the beginning of anything start n the time at which something is supposed to begin beginning,commencement,first,outset,kickoff,showtime,offset start n a turn to be a starter (in a game at the beginning) starting start n a sudden involuntary movement startle,jump start v take the first step or steps in carrying out an action begin,get,commence start v set in motion, cause to start begin,commence start v leave depart,part start v have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense begin starter n an electric motor for starting an engine starter n a contestant in a team sport who is in the game at the beginning starter n the official who signals the beginning of a race or competition dispatcher starter n any new participant in some activity newcomer,fledgling,neophyte,freshman,newbie,entrant starting n a turn to be a starter (in a game at the beginning) start starting adj (especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear starting adj appropriate to the beginning or start of an event startle n a sudden involuntary movement jump,start startle v to stimulate to action galvanize startle v move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm jump,start startled adj excited by sudden surprise or alarm and making a quick involuntary movement startling adj so remarkably different or sudden as to cause momentary shock or alarm startlingly adv in a startling manner startup n the act of setting in operation startup n the act of starting a new operation or practice inauguration starvation n a state of extreme hunger resulting from lack of essential nutrients over a prolonged period starvation n the act of depriving of food or subjecting to famine starving starve v be hungry; go without food hunger starve v die of food deprivation starve v deprive of food feed starve v have a craving, appetite, or great desire for crave,hunger,thirst,lust starved adj suffering from lack of food starving starved adj extremely hungry famished,ravenous starving n the act of depriving of food or subjecting to famine starvation starving adj suffering from lack of food starved stash n a secret store of valuables or money hoard,cache stash v save up as for future use hoard,cache stasis n an abnormal state in which the normal flow of a liquid (such as blood) is slowed or stopped stasis n inactivity resulting from a static balance between opposing forces statant adj standing on four feet state n the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation province state n the way something is with respect to its main attributes state n the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state state n a politically organized body of people under a single government nation,country,land,commonwealth state v express in words say,tell state v put before submit,posit state v indicate through a symbol, formula, etc. express statecraft n wisdom in the management of public affairs statesmanship,diplomacy stated adj declared as fact; explicitly stated declared statehouse n a government building in which a state legislature meets stateless adj without nationality or citizenship homeless stately adj impressive in appearance imposing,noble stately adj of size and dignity suggestive of a statue statuesque stately adj refined or imposing in manner or appearance; befitting a royal court courtly,formal statement n a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc statement n a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true argument statement n (music) the presentation of a musical theme statement n a nonverbal message stater n any of the various silver or gold coins of ancient Greece stater n a resident of a particular state or group of states statesman n a man who is a respected leader in national or international affairs solon statesmanlike adj marked by the qualities of or befitting a statesman statesmanship n wisdom in the management of public affairs statecraft,diplomacy statewide adj occurring or extending throughout a state static n a crackling or hissing noise caused by electrical interference atmospherics static n angry criticism static adj not in physical motion inactive,motionless,still static adj concerned with or producing or caused by static electricity electrostatic static adj showing little if any change stable,unchanging statice n any of various plants of the genus Limonium of temperate salt marshes having spikes of white or mauve flowers statics n the branch of mechanics concerned with forces in equilibrium station n a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose station n proper or designated social situation place station n (nautical) the location to which a ship or fleet is assigned for duty station n the position where someone (as a guard or sentry) stands or is assigned to stand post station v assign to a station post,send,place stationary adj standing still stationary adj not capable of being moved stationer n a merchant who sells writing materials and office supplies stationery n paper cut to an appropriate size for writing letters; usually with matching envelopes stationmaster n the person in charge of a railway station stations n (Roman Catholic Church) a devotion consisting of fourteen prayers said before a series of fourteen pictures or carvings representing success statistic n a datum that can be represented numerically statistical adj of or relating to statistics statistically adv with respect to statistics statistician n a mathematician who specializes in statistics statistician n someone versed in the collection and interpretation of numerical data (especially someone who uses statistics to calculate insurance premium actuary statistics n a branch of applied mathematics concerned with the collection and interpretation of quantitative data and the use of probability theory to e statuary n statues collectively statuary adj of or relating to or suitable for statues statue n a sculpture representing a human or animal statuesque adj of size and dignity suggestive of a statue stately statuesque adj suggestive of a statue statuette n a small carved or molded figure figurine stature n high level of respect gained by impressive development or achievement stature n (of a standing person) the distance from head to foot height status n the relative position or standing of things or especially persons in a society position status n a state at a particular time condition statute n an act passed by a legislative body statute adj enacted by a legislative body codified statutorily adv according to statute statutory adj relating to or created by statutes statutory adj prescribed or authorized by or punishable under a statute staunch v stop the flow of a liquid stem,stanch,halt staunch adj firm and dependable especially in loyalty steadfast,unswerving staunchly adv in a staunch manner stave n (music) the system of five horizontal lines on which the musical notes are written staff stave n one of several thin slats of wood forming the sides of a barrel or bucket lag stave n a crosspiece between the legs of a chair rung,round stave v furnish with staves stave v burst or force (a hole) into something stay n continuing or remaining in a place or state stay n the state of inactivity following an interruption arrest,check,halt,hitch,stop,stoppage stay n a judicial order forbidding some action until an event occurs or the order is lifted stay n a thin strip of metal or bone that is used to stiffen a garment (e.g. a corset) stay v stay the same; remain in a certain state remain,rest change stay v stay put (in a certain place) stick move stay v dwell bide,abide stay v continue in a place, position, or situation continue,remain stayer n a person or other animal having powers of endurance or perseverance stays n a woman's close-fitting foundation garment corset,girdle stead n the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another position,place,lieu steadfast adj marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable firm,steady,stiff,unshakable,unwavering steadfast adj firm and dependable especially in loyalty staunch,unswerving steadfastly adv with resolute determination firm,firmly steadfastness n loyalty in the face of trouble and difficulty steadfastness n steadfast resolution steadied adj made steady or constant steadily adv at a steady rate or pace steadily adv in a steady manner steady steadiness n freedom from wavering or indecision; constancy of resolve or conduct steadiness n the quality of being steady or securely and immovably fixed in place firmness steadiness n the quality of being steady--regular and unvarying steady n a person loved by another person sweetheart,sweetie,truelove steady v make steady calm,becalm steady v support or hold steady and make steadfast, with or as if with a brace brace,stabilize steady adj not subject to change or variation especially in behavior unsteady steady adj not liable to fluctuate or especially to fall firm steady adj securely in position; not shaky steady adj marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable firm,steadfast,stiff,unshakable,unwavering steady adv in a steady manner steadily steak n a slice of meat cut from the fleshy part of an animal or large fish steakhouse n a restaurant that specializes in steaks steal n an advantageous purchase bargain,buy steal n a stolen base; an instance in which a base runner advances safely during the delivery of a pitch (without the help of a hit or walk or passe steal v take without the owner's consent rip steal v move stealthily slip steal v steal a base stealer n a criminal who takes property belonging to someone else with the intention of keeping it or selling it thief stealing n the act of taking something from someone unlawfully larceny,theft,thievery,thieving stealing n avoiding detection by moving carefully stealth stealth n avoiding detection by moving carefully stealing stealthily adv in a stealthy manner stealthy adj marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed furtive,sneak,sneaky,surreptitious steam n water at boiling temperature diffused in the atmosphere steam v travel by means of steam power steamer steam v emit steam steam v rise as vapor steam v get very angry steamboat n a boat propelled by a steam engine steamed adj cooked in steam steamed adj aroused to impatience or anger annoyed,irritated,miffed,nettled,peeved,pissed,riled,roiled steamer n a clam that is usually steamed in the shell steamer n a cooking utensil that can be used to cook food by steaming it steamer n a ship powered by one or more steam engines steamship steamer n an edible clam with thin oval-shaped shell found in coastal regions of the United States and Europe steamer v travel by means of steam power steam steaming adj filled with steam or emitting moisture in the form of vapor or mist steamy steaming adv (used of heat) extremely piping steamroll v bring to a specified state by overwhelming force or pressure steamroller steamroll v proceed with great force steamroller steamroll v overwhelm by using great force steamroller steamroll v make level or flat with a steamroller steamroller steamroller n a massive inexorable force that seems to crush everything in its way juggernaut steamroller n vehicle equipped with heavy wide smooth rollers for compacting roads and pavements steamroller v bring to a specified state by overwhelming force or pressure steamroll steamroller v proceed with great force steamroll steamroller v crush with a steamroller as if to level steamroller v overwhelm by using great force steamroll steamship n a ship powered by one or more steam engines steamer steamy adj filled with steam or emitting moisture in the form of vapor or mist steaming steamy adj hot or warm and humid muggy,sticky steamy adj feeling great sexual desire aroused,horny,randy stearic adj of or relating to or composed of fat steed n (literary) a spirited horse for state of war steel n an alloy of iron with small amounts of carbon; widely used in construction; mechanical properties can be varied over a wide range steel n a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard sword,blade,brand steel n knife sharpener consisting of a ridged steel rod steel v get ready for something difficult or unpleasant nerve steel v cover, plate, or edge with steel steele n English writer (1672-1729) steelmaker n a worker engaged in making steel steelworker steelworker n a worker engaged in making steel steelmaker steelworks n a factory where steel is made steely adj resembling steel as in hardness steely adj resembling steel in hardness steelyard n a portable balance consisting of a pivoted bar with arms of unequal length steen n Dutch genre painter (1626-1679) steenbok n small plains antelope of southeastern Africa steep n a steep place (as on a hill) steep v devote (oneself) fully to immerse,engulf,plunge,engross,absorb steep v let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse infuse steep adj having a sharp inclination gradual steep adj greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation exorbitant,extortionate,outrageous,unconscionable steep adj of a slope; set at a high angle steepen v become steeper steepen v make steeper steeper n a vessel (usually a pot or vat) used for steeping steeple n a tall tower that forms the superstructure of a building (usually a church or temple) and that tapers to a point at the top spire steeplechase n a footrace of usually 3000 meters over a closed track with hurdles and a water jump steeplechase n a horse race over an obstructed course steeply adv in a steep manner steepness n the property possessed by a slope that is very steep abruptness steer n an indication of potential opportunity tip,lead,wind,hint steer n castrated bull bullock steer v direct the course; determine the direction of travelling maneuver,manoeuvre,direct,point,head,guide steer v direct (oneself) somewhere steer v be a guiding or motivating force or drive guide steerer n the person who steers a ship helmsman,steersman steerer n a beguiler who leads someone into danger (usually as part of a plot) decoy steering n the act of guiding or showing the way guidance steering n the act of setting and holding a course guidance,direction steering n the act of steering a ship steersman n the person who steers a ship helmsman,steerer stegosaurus n herbivorous ornithischian dinosaur with a row of bony plates along its back and a spiked tail probably used as a weapon stein n a mug intended for serving beer stein n experimental expatriate United States writer (1874-1946) steinberg n United States cartoonist (born in Romania) noted for his caricatures of famous people (1914-1999) steiner n Austrian philosopher who founded anthroposophy (1861-1925) steinmetz n United States electrical engineer and inventor (born in Germany) (1865-1923) stela n an ancient upright stone slab bearing markings stele stele n the usually cylindrical central vascular portion of the axis of a vascular plant stele n an ancient upright stone slab bearing markings stela stella n United States minimalist painter (born in 1936) stellar adj indicating the most important performer or role leading,prima,star,starring stellar adj being or relating to or resembling or emanating from stars astral stellate adj arranged like rays or radii; radiating from a common center radial,radiate steller n German naturalist (1709-1746) stem n (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed root,base,theme,radical stem n a slender or elongated structure that supports a plant or fungus or a plant part or plant organ stalk stem n cylinder forming a long narrow part of something shank stem n the tube of a tobacco pipe stem v grow out of, have roots in, originate in stem v cause to point inward stem v stop the flow of a liquid stanch,staunch,halt stem v remove the stem from stemmed adj having a stem or stems or having a stem as specified; often used in combination stemmed adj (of plants) producing a well-developed stem above ground stemmed adj having the stem removed stemmer n a worker who strips the stems from moistened tobacco leaves and binds the leaves together into books stripper stemmer n a worker who makes or applies stems for artificial flowers stemmer n an algorithm for removing inflectional and derivational endings in order to reduce word forms to a common stem stemmer n a miner's tamping bar for ramming packing in over a blasting charge stench n a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant malodor,stink,reek,fetor stencil n a sheet of material (metal, plastic, cardboard, waxed paper, silk, etc.) that has been perforated with a pattern (printing or a design); ink stencil v mark or print with a stencil stenographer n someone skilled in the transcription of speech (especially dictation) stenographic adj of or relating to or employing stenography stenosis n abnormal narrowing of a bodily canal or passageway stricture stent n a slender tube inserted inside a tubular body part (as a blood vessel) to provide support during and after surgical anastomosis stentor n a speaker with an unusually loud voice stentor n the mythical Greek warrior with an unusually loud voice who died after losing a shouting contest with Hermes stentor n any of several trumpet-shaped ciliate protozoans that are members of the genus Stentor step n any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal measure step n the distance covered by a step footstep,pace,stride step n the act of changing location by raising the foot and setting it down step n support consisting of a place to rest the foot while ascending or descending a stairway stair step v shift or move by taking a step step v put down or press the foot, place the foot tread step v cause (a computer) to execute a single command step v treat badly mistreat,abuse stepchild n a child of your spouse by a former marriage stepdaughter n a daughter of your spouse by a former marriage stepfather n the husband of your mother by a subsequent marriage stephen n English writer (1832-1904) stephenson n English railway pioneer who built the first passenger railway in 1825 (1781-1848) stepladder n a folding portable ladder hinged at the top stepmother n the wife of your father by a subsequent marriage steppe n extensive plain without trees (associated with eastern Russia and Siberia) stepper n a professional dancer stepper n a motor (especially an electric motor) that moves or rotates in small discrete steps stepper n a horse trained to lift its feet high off the ground while walking or trotting steps n a flight of stairs or a flight of steps stairs steps n the course along which a person has walked or is walking in stepsister n a sister who has only one parent in common with you stepson n the son your spouse by a former marriage stereo n reproducer in which two microphones feed two or more loudspeakers to give a three-dimensional effect to the sound stereo n two photographs taken from slightly different angles that appear three-dimensional when viewed together stereo adj designating the reproduction of sound using two or more independent audio channels stereoscope n an optical device for viewing stereoscopic photographs stereotype n a conventional or formulaic conception or image stereotype v treat or classify according to a mental stereotype pigeonhole,stamp stereotyped adj lacking spontaneity or originality or individuality stereotypical,unimaginative stereotypical adj lacking spontaneity or originality or individuality stereotyped,unimaginative stereotypically adv in a stereotypical manner sterile adj incapable of reproducing infertile fertile sterile adj free of or using methods to keep free of pathological microorganisms sterile adj deficient in originality or creativity; lacking powers of invention unimaginative,uninspired sterility n (of non-living objects) the state of being free of pathogenic organisms antisepsis sterility n the state of being unable to produce offspring; in a woman it is an inability to conceive; in a man it is an inability to impregnate infertility sterilization n the act of making an organism barren or infertile (unable to reproduce) sterilization n the procedure of making some object free of live bacteria or other microorganisms (usually by heat or chemical means) sterilize v make free from bacteria sterilize v make infertile fix sterilized adj made infertile sterilizer n a device for heating substances above their boiling point; used to manufacture chemicals or to sterilize surgical instruments autoclave sterling n British money; especially the pound sterling as the basic monetary unit of the UK sterling adj highest in quality greatest,superlative stern n the rear part of a ship quarter,poop,tail stern n United States concert violinist (born in Russia in 1920) stern n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,bum,buns,can,fundament stern adj of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect austere stern adj not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty grim,inexorable,relentless,unforgiving,unrelenting stern adj severe and unremitting in making demands strict,exacting stern adj severely simple austere,severe,stark sternal adj of or relating to or near the sternum sternly adv with sternness; in a severe manner severely sternness n the quality (as of scenery) being grim and gloomy and forbidding sternness n uncompromising resolution sternpost n (nautical) the principal upright timber at the stern of a vessel sternum n the flat bone that articulates with the clavicles and the first seven pairs of ribs steroid n any of several fat-soluble organic compounds having as a basis 17 carbon atoms in four rings; many have important physiological effects steroid n any hormone affecting the development and growth of sex organs stertor n the act of snoring or producing a snoring sound snore,snoring stertorous adj of breathing having a heavy snoring sound stet v printing: cancel, as of a correction or deletion stet v printing: direct that a matter marked for omission or correction is to be retained (used in the imperative) stethoscope n a medical instrument for listening to the sounds generated inside the body stetson n a hat made of felt with a creased crown fedora,homburg,trilby stevedore n a laborer who loads and unloads vessels in a port loader,docker,lumper stevens n United States psychologist and psychophysicist who proposed Stevens' power law to replace Fechner's law (1906-1973) stevens n United States poet (1879-1955) stevens n United States filmmaker (1905-1975) stevenson n Scottish author (1850-1894) stevenson n United States politician and diplomat (1900-1968) stew n agitation resulting from active worry fret,sweat,lather,swither stew n food prepared by stewing especially meat or fish with vegetables stew v be in a huff; be silent or sullen grizzle,brood stew v bear a grudge; harbor ill feelings grudge stew v cook slowly and for a long time in liquid steward n someone who manages property or other affairs for someone else steward n the ship's officer who is in charge of provisions and dining arrangements steward n an attendant on an airplane steward n a union member who is elected to represent fellow workers in negotiating with management stewardess n a woman steward on an airplane hostess stewardship n the position of steward stewart n United States film actor who portrayed incorruptible but modest heros (1908-1997) stewart n Scottish philosopher and follower of Thomas Reid (1753-1828) stewed adj cooked in hot water boiled,poached stewing n an extreme state of worry and agitation stewing n cooking in a liquid that has been brought to a boil boiling,simmering sthene n a unit of force equal to 1000 newtons stick n an implement consisting of a length of wood stick n a small thin branch of a tree stick n a lever used by a pilot to control the ailerons and elevators of an airplane joystick stick n a rectangular quarter pound block of butter or margarine stick v put, fix, force, or implant lodge,wedge,deposit stick v stay put (in a certain place) stay stick v stick to firmly adhere,bond,bind stick v be or become fixed stickball n a form of baseball played in the streets with a rubber ball and broomstick handle sticker n a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf spine,thorn,prickle,pricker sticker n an adhesive label paster sticker n a particularly difficult or baffling question or problem poser,stumper sticker n a short knife with a pointed blade used for piercing or stabbing dagger sticking adj extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary jutting,projected,projecting,protruding,relieved stickle v dispute or argue stubbornly (especially minor points) stickler n someone who insists on something sticktight n any of several plants of the genus Bidens having yellow flowers and prickly fruits that cling to fur and clothing sticktight n parasitic on especially the heads of chickens sticky adj having the sticky properties of an adhesive gummy,pasty,viscid,viscous sticky adj moist as with undried perspiration and with clothing sticking to the body sticky adj hot or warm and humid muggy,steamy sticky adj hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment awkward,embarrassing,unenviable stiff n an ordinary man stiff n the dead body of a human being cadaver,corpse,clay,remains stiff adj not moving or operating freely stiff adj powerful stiff adj rigidly formal starchy,buckram stiff adj having a strong physiological or chemical effect potent,strong stiff adv extremely stiff adv in a stiff manner stiffly stiffen v become stiff or stiffer loosen stiffen v make stiff or stiffer loosen stiffen v severely restrict in scope or extent tighten,constrain stiffener n material used for stiffening something stiffening n the act of becoming stiff stiffening n the process of becoming stiff or rigid stiffly adv in a stiff manner stiff stiffly adv in a rigid manner rigidly,bolt stiffness n the physical property of being inflexible and hard to bend stiffness n the property of moving with pain or difficulty stiffness n firm resoluteness in purpose or opinion or action stiffness n the inelegance of someone stiff and unrelaxed (as by embarrassment) awkwardness,clumsiness stifle n joint between the femur and tibia in a quadruped; corresponds to the human knee knee stifle v suppress in order to conceal or hide smother,strangle,muffle,repress stifle v suppress or constrain so as to lessen in intensity dampen stimulate stifle v impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of suffocate,asphyxiate,choke stifle v be asphyxiated; die from lack of oxygen suffocate,asphyxiate stifled adj held in check with difficulty smothered,strangled,suppressed stifler n a person who stifles or smothers or suppresses stifling n forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority suppression,crushing,quelling stifling adj characterized by oppressive heat and humidity sultry,sulfurous stigma n the apical end of the style where deposited pollen enters the pistil stigma n a symbol of disgrace or infamy mark,brand,stain stigma n an external tracheal aperture in a terrestrial arthropod stigma n a skin lesion that is a diagnostic sign of some disease stigmata n marks resembling the wounds on the crucified body of Christ stigmatic n a person whose body is marked by religious stigmata (such as marks resembling the wounds of the crucified Christ) stigmatic adj pertaining to or resembling or having stigmata stigmatic adj pertaining to a lens or lens system free of astigmatism (able to form point images) stigmatic adj not astigmatic stigmatism n the condition of having or being marked by stigmata stigmatism n (optics) condition of an optical system (as a lens) in which light rays from a single point converge in a single focal point astigmatism stigmatism n normal eyesight stigmatize v to accuse or condemn or openly or formally or brand as disgraceful brand,denounce,mark stigmatize v mark with a stigma or stigmata stile n an upright that is a member in a door or window frame stiletto n a small dagger with a tapered blade still n a static photograph (especially one taken from a movie and used for advertising purposes) still n (poetic) tranquil silence hush,stillness still n an apparatus used for the distillation of liquids; consists of a vessel in which a substance is vaporized by heat and a condenser where the still n a plant and works where alcoholic drinks are made by distillation distillery still v make calm or still calm,quiet,tranquilize,quieten,lull still v cause to be quiet or not talk hush,quieten,silence still v lessen the intensity of or calm allay,relieve,ease still v make motionless still adj not in physical motion inactive,motionless,static still adj marked by absence of sound silent,soundless still adj (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves placid,quiet,tranquil,smooth,unruffled still adj used of pictures; of a single or static photograph not presented so as to create the illusion of motion; or representing objects not capable moving still adv with reference to action or condition; without change, interruption, or cessation still adv despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession) however,nevertheless,withal,yet,nonetheless,notwithstanding still adv to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons even,yet still adv without moving or making a sound stillborn adj failing to accomplish an intended result abortive,unsuccessful stillborn adj (of newborn infant) showing no signs of life at birth; not liveborn stillness n (poetic) tranquil silence hush,still stillness n calmness without winds stillness n a state of no motion or movement stilt n a column of wood or steel or concrete that is driven into the ground to provide support for a structure pile,spile,piling stilt n one of two stout poles with foot rests in the middle; used for walking high above the ground stilt n long-legged three-toed wading bird of brackish marshes of Australia stilt n long-legged three-toed black-and-white wading bird of inland ponds and marshes or brackish lagoons longlegs stilted adj artificially formal artificial,contrived,hokey stilton n English blue cheese stimulant n any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action stimulation,stimulus,input stimulant n a drug that temporarily quickens some vital process stimulant adj that stimulates stimulating stimulate v act as a stimulant excite stifle stimulate v cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner induce,cause,have,get,make stimulate v stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of shake,excite,stir stimulate v cause to be alert and energetic arouse,brace,energize sedate stimulated adj emotionally aroused stirred,aroused stimulating adj rousing or quickening activity or the senses stimulating adj that stimulates stimulant stimulating adj making lively and cheerful exhilarating stimulation n the act of arousing an organism to action stimulation n any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action stimulus,stimulant,input stimulation n (physiology) the effect of a stimulus (on nerves or organs etc.) stimulation n mutual sexual fondling prior to sexual intercourse foreplay,arousal stimulative adj capable of arousing or accelerating physiological or psychological activity or response by a chemical agent depressant stimulus n any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action stimulation,stimulant,input sting n a kind of pain; something as sudden and painful as being stung stinging sting n a mental pain or distress pang sting n a painful wound caused by the thrust of an insect's stinger into skin bite sting n a swindle in which you cheat at gambling or persuade a person to buy worthless property con,hustle,flimflam sting v cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort bite,burn sting v deliver a sting to bite,prick sting v saddle with something disagreeable or disadvantageous stick sting v cause a stinging pain prick,twinge stinger n a cocktail made of made of creme de menthe and brandy stinger n a remark capable of wounding mentally cut stinger n a portable low altitude surface-to-air missile system using infrared guidance and an impact fuse; fired from the shoulder stinger n a sharp organ of offense or defense (as of a wasp or stingray or scorpion) often connected with a poison gland stinginess n a lack of generosity; a general unwillingness to part with money generosity stinging n a kind of pain; something as sudden and painful as being stung sting stinging adj (of speech) harsh or hurtful in tone or character cutting,edged stingray n large venomous ray with large barbed spines near the base of a thin whiplike tail capable of inflicting severe wounds stingy adj unwilling to spend (money, time, resources, etc.) generous stingy adj deficient in amount or quality or extent meager,meagre stink n a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant malodor,stench,reek,fetor stink v be extremely bad in quality or in one's performance stink v smell badly and offensively reek stinker n a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible rotter,rat,skunk,bum,puke,crumb,lowlife,git stinker n anything that gives off an offensive odor (especially a cheap cigar) stinker n an artifact (especially an automobile) that is defective or unsatisfactory lemon stinking adj very bad icky,crappy,lousy,rotten,shitty,stinky stinking adj offensively malodorous fetid,foul,funky,noisome,smelly stinky adj having an unpleasant smell stinky adj very bad icky,crappy,lousy,rotten,shitty,stinking stint n an unbroken period of time during which you do something stretch stint n smallest American sandpiper stint n an individual's prescribed share of work stint v subsist on a meager allowance scrimp,skimp stint v supply sparingly and with restricted quantities skimp,scant stipe n supporting stalk or stem-like structure especially of a pistil or fern frond or supporting a mushroom cap stipend n a sum of money allotted on a regular basis; usually for some specific purpose stipple v engrave by means of dots and flicks stipple v make by small short touches that together produce an even or softly graded shadow, as in paint or ink stipple v apply (paint) in small dots or strokes stipple v produce a mottled effect speckle stipulate v specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement qualify,condition,specify stipulate v give a guarantee or promise of stipulate v make an oral contract or agreement in the verbal form of question and answer that is necessary to give it legal force stipulation n (law) an agreement or concession made by parties in a judicial proceeding (or by their attorneys) relating to the business before the court; stipulation n an assumption on which rests the validity or effect of something else condition,precondition stipulation n a restriction that is insisted upon as a condition for an agreement specification stir n a prominent or sensational but short-lived news event splash stir n emotional agitation and excitement stir n a rapid active commotion bustle,hustle,flurry,ado,fuss stir v move an implement through stir v move very slightly shift,budge,agitate stir v stir feelings in stimulate,excite stir v stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of stimulate,shake,excite stirk n yearling heifer or bullock stirred adj being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion moved,affected,touched stirred adj emotionally aroused stimulated,aroused stirred adj set into a usually circular motion in order to mix or blend stirrer n a person who spreads frightening rumors and stirs up trouble stirrer n an implement used for stirring stirring n agitating a liquid with an implement stirring n arousing to a particular emotion or action inspiration stirring adj capable of arousing enthusiasm or excitement rousing stirring adj exciting strong but not unpleasant emotions stirrup n support consisting of metal loops into which rider's feet go stirrup n the stirrup-shaped ossicle that transmits sound from the incus to the cochlea stitch n a link or loop or knot made by an implement in knitting, crocheting, embroidery, or sewing stitch n a sharp spasm of pain in the side resulting from running stitch v fasten by sewing; do needlework sew stitched adj fastened with stitches sewed,sewn stitching n joining or attaching by stitches sewing stoat n the ermine in its brown summer coat with black-tipped tail stochastic adj being or having a random variable stochastically adv by stochastic means stock n the capital raised by a corporation through the issue of shares entitling holders to an ownership interest (equity) stock n the merchandise that a shop has on hand inventory stock n the handle of a handgun or the butt end of a rifle or shotgun or part of the support of a machine gun or artillery gun stock n a certificate documenting the shareholder's ownership in the corporation stock v have on hand carry,stockpile stock v equip with a stock stock v supply with fish stock v supply with livestock stock adj repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse banal,commonplace,hackneyed,shopworn,threadbare,timeworn,tired,trite stock adj routine stock adj regularly and widely used or sold standard stockade n fortification consisting of a fence made of a line of stout posts set firmly for defense stockade n a penal camp where political prisoners or prisoners of war are confined (usually under harsh conditions) stockade v surround with a stockade in order to fortify stockbroker n an agent in the buying and selling of stocks and bonds stocked adj furnished with more than enough stocker n a domestic animal (especially a young steer or heifer) kept as stock until fattened or matured and suitable for a breeding establishment stockholder n someone who holds shares of stock in a corporation shareholder stockholding n a specific number of stocks or shares owned stockholdings stockholding n ownership of stocks; the state or fact of holding stock stockholdings n a specific number of stocks or shares owned stockholding stockholm n the capital and largest city of Sweden; located in southern Sweden on the Baltic stocking n close-fitting hosiery to cover the foot and leg; come in matched pairs (usually used in the plural) stocking n the activity of supplying a stock of something stockman n farmer who breed or raises livestock stockpile n something kept back or saved for future use or a special purpose reserve,backlog stockpile n a storage pile accumulated for future use stockpile v have on hand stock,carry stockpiling n accumulating and storing a reserve supply stockroom n storeroom for storing goods and supplies used in a business stocks n a frame that supports a boat while it is under construction stocks n a frame for constraining an animal while it is receiving veterinary attention or while being shod stocks n a former instrument of punishment consisting of a heavy timber frame with holes in which the feet (and sometimes the hands) of an offender c stockton n United States writer (1834-1902) stocky adj having a short and solid form or stature compact,thick,thickset stockyard n enclosed yard where cattle, pigs, horses, or sheep are kept temporarily stodge n heavy and filling (and usually starchy) food stodgy adj heavy and starchy and hard to digest stodgy adj (used pejoratively) out of fashion; old fashioned mossy stodgy adj excessively conventional and unimaginative and hence dull stuffy stoep n small porch or set of steps at the front entrance of a house stoop stogie n a cheap cigar stoic n a member of the ancient Greek school of philosophy founded by Zeno stoic n someone who is seemingly indifferent to emotions stoic adj seeming unaffected by pleasure or pain; impassive stoic adj pertaining to Stoicism or its followers stoically adv without emotion; in a stoic manner stoicism n an indifference to pleasure or pain stoicism n (philosophy) the philosophical system of the Stoics following the teachings of the ancient Greek philosopher Zeno stoke v stir up or tend; of a fire stoker n Irish writer of the horror novel about Dracula (1847-1912) stoker n a laborer who tends fires (as on a coal-fired train or steamship) fireman stoker n a mechanical device for stoking a furnace stole n a wide scarf worn about their shoulders by women stolid adj having or revealing little emotion or sensibility; not easily aroused or excited impassive stolon n a horizontal branch from the base of plant that produces new plants from buds at its tips runner,offset stoma n a minute epidermal pore in a leaf or stem through which gases and water vapor can pass pore stoma n a mouth or mouthlike opening (especially one created by surgery on the surface of the body to create an opening to an internal organ) stomach n an enlarged and muscular saclike organ of the alimentary canal; the principal organ of digestion tummy,tum,breadbasket stomach n the region of the body of a vertebrate between the thorax and the pelvis abdomen,venter,belly stomach n an inclination or liking for things involving conflict or difficulty or unpleasantness stomach n an appetite for food stomach v bear to eat stomach v put up with something or somebody unpleasant digest,endure,bear,stand,tolerate,support,brook,abide stomachache n an ache localized in the stomach or abdominal region bellyache stomp n a dance involving a rhythmical stamping step stomp v walk heavily stamp,stump stomper n someone who walks with a heavy noisy gait or who stamps on the ground stamper,tramper stone n a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter rock stone n building material consisting of a piece of rock hewn in a definite shape for a special purpose stone n material consisting of the aggregate of minerals like those making up the Earth's crust rock stone n a crystalline rock that can be cut and polished for jewelry gem,gemstone stone v kill by throwing stones at stone v remove the pits from pit stone adj of any of various dull tannish or grey colors stonecrop n any of various northern temperate plants of the genus Sedum having fleshy leaves and red or yellow or white flowers stonecutter n someone who cuts or carves stone cutter stoned adj under the influence of narcotics stonehenge n an ancient megalithic monument in southern England; probably used for ritual purposes stonemason n a craftsman who works with stone or brick mason stoner n an attacker who pelts the victim with stones (especially with intent to kill) stonewall v obstruct or hinder any discussion stonewall v engage in delaying tactics or refuse to cooperate stonewalling n stalling or delaying especially by refusing to answer questions or cooperate stoneware n ceramic ware that is fired in high heat and vitrified and nonporous stoning n the act of pelting with stones; punishment inflicted by throwing stones at the victim (even unto death) stony adj abounding in rocks or stones rocky stony adj showing unfeeling resistance to tender feelings flinty,flint,granitic,obdurate stony adj hard as granite granitic stooge n a person of unquestioning obedience stooge n a victim of ridicule or pranks butt,goat,laughingstock stooge v cruise in slow or routine flights stooge v act as the stooge stooge v act as a stooge, in a compliant or subordinate manner stool n a simple seat without a back or arms stool n solid excretory product evacuated from the bowels feces,dejection stool n (forestry) the stump of a tree that has been felled or headed for the production of saplings stool n a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination toilet,can,commode,crapper,pot,potty,throne stool v lure with a stool, as of wild fowl stool v react to a decoy, of wildfowl stool v grow shoots in the form of stools or tillers tiller stool v have a bowel movement defecate,shit,crap,make stoop n an inclination of the top half of the body forward and downward stoop n basin for holy water stoup stoop n small porch or set of steps at the front entrance of a house stoep stoop v bend one's back forward from the waist on down crouch,bend,bow stoop v debase oneself morally, act in an undignified, unworthy, or dishonorable way condescend stoop v descend swiftly, as if on prey stoop v sag, bend, bend over or down stooped adj having the back and shoulders rounded; not erect hunched,stooping,crooked stooping adj having the back and shoulders rounded; not erect hunched,stooped,crooked stop n the event of something ending halt stop n the act of stopping something stoppage stop n a brief stay in the course of a journey stopover,layover stop n the state of inactivity following an interruption arrest,check,halt,hitch,stay,stoppage stop v come to a halt, stop moving halt start stop v put an end to a state or an activity discontinue,cease,quit stop v stop from happening or developing halt,block stop v interrupt a trip stopcock n faucet consisting of a rotating device for regulating flow of a liquid cock stopgap n something contrived to meet an urgent need or emergency makeshift stoplight n a red light on the rear of a motor vehicle that signals when the brakes are applied to slow or stop stoplight n a visual signal to control the flow of traffic at intersections stopover n a stopping place on a journey stopover n a brief stay in the course of a journey stop,layover stoppage n the state of inactivity following an interruption arrest,check,halt,hitch,stay,stop stoppage n an obstruction in a pipe or tube blockage,block,closure,occlusion,stop stoppage n the act of stopping something stop stoppard n British dramatist (born in Czechoslovakia in 1937) stopped adj (of a nose) blocked stopper n an act so striking or impressive that the show must be delayed until the audience quiets down stopper n a remark to which there is no polite conversational reply stopper n (bridge) a playing card with a value sufficiently high to insure taking a trick in a particular suit stopper n blockage consisting of an object designed to fill a hole tightly plug stopper v close or secure with or as if with a stopper stopping n fastener consisting of a narrow strip of welded metal used to join steel members fillet stopping n the kind of playing that involves pressing the fingers on the strings of a stringed instrument to control the pitch stops n a gambling card game in which chips are placed on the ace and king and queen and jack of separate suits (taken from a separate deck); a play michigan,chicago,newmarket,boodle stopwatch n a timepiece that can be started or stopped for exact timing (as of a race) storage n the act of storing something storage n a depository for goods storehouse,depot,store storage n the commercial enterprise of storing goods and materials storage n (computer science) the process of storing information in a computer memory or on a magnetic tape or disk store n a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services shop store n a supply of something available for future use stock,fund store n an electronic memory device memory,storage store n a depository for goods storehouse,depot,storage store v keep or lay aside for future use store v find a place for and put away for storage storefront n the front side of a store facing the street; usually contains display windows storehouse n a depository for goods depot,storage,store storekeeper n a merchant who owns or manages a shop shopkeeper storeroom n a room in which things are stored storey n a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale floor,level,story storied adj having an illustrious past celebrated storied adj having stories as indicated stork n large mostly Old World wading birds typically having white-and-black plumage storm n a violent weather condition with winds 64-72 knots (11 on the Beaufort scale) and precipitation and thunder and lightning storm n a violent commotion or disturbance tempest storm n a direct and violent assault on a stronghold storm v behave violently, as if in state of a great anger ramp,rage storm v take by force force storm v rain, hail, or snow hard and be very windy, often with thunder or lightning storm v blow hard storminess n the state of being stormy storminess n violent passion in speech or action stormy adj (especially of weather) affected or characterized by storms or commotion calm stormy adj characterized by violent emotions or behavior tempestuous story n a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or t narrative,narration,tale story n a piece of fiction that narrates a chain of related events story n a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale floor,level,storey story n a record or narrative description of past events history,account,chronicle storybook n a book containing a collection of stories (usually for children) storyline n the plot of a book or play or film storyteller n someone who tells a story narrator,teller storyteller n someone who tells lies fabricator stoup n an archaic drinking vessel stoup n basin for holy water stoop stout n a strong very dark heavy-bodied ale made from pale malt and roasted unmalted barley and (often) caramel malt with hops stout n a garment size for a large or heavy person stout adj dependable stalwart stout adj euphemisms for `fat' portly stout adj having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships hardy,stalwart,sturdy stoutly adv in a resolute manner stoutness n the property of being strong and resolute stoutness n the property of excessive fatness overweight stove n a kitchen appliance used for cooking food range stove n any heating apparatus stover n the dried stalks and leaves of a field crop (especially corn) used as animal fodder after the grain has been harvested stow v fill by packing tightly stowaway n a person who hides aboard a ship or plane in the hope of getting free passage stowe n United States writer of a novel about slavery that advanced the abolitionists' cause (1811-1896) stowing n the act of packing or storing away strabismus n abnormal alignment of one or both eyes squint strad n a violin made by Antonio Stradivari or a member of his family straddle n a noncommittal or equivocal position straddle n a gymnastic exercise performed with a leg on either side of the parallel bars straddle n the act of sitting or standing astride span straddle n the option to buy or sell a given stock (or stock index or commodity future) at a given price before a given date; consists of an equal numb straddle v sit or stand astride of straddle v range or extend over; occupy a certain area range straddle v be noncommittal stradivarius n Italian violin maker who developed the modern violin and created violins of unequaled tonal quality (1644?-1737) strafe n an attack of machine-gun fire or cannon fire from a low flying airplane strafe v attack with machine guns or cannon fire from a low-flying plane strafer n a combat pilot who strafes the enemy straggle n a wandering or disorderly grouping (of things or persons) straggle v wander from a direct or straight course sidetrack,depart,digress straggle v go, come, or spread in a rambling or irregular way sprawl straggler n someone who strays or falls behind strayer straight n a person having a sexual orientation to persons of the opposite sex heterosexual straight n a poker hand with 5 consecutive cards (regardless of suit) straight n a straight segment of a roadway or racecourse straightaway straight adj successive (without a break) consecutive straight adj having no deviations crooked straight adj (of hair) having no waves or curls curly straight adj erect in posture unbowed straight adv without deviation directly,direct straight adv in a forthright manner; candidly or frankly directly,flat straight adv in a straight line; in a direct course straightaway n a straight segment of a roadway or racecourse straight straightaway adj performed with little or no delay immediate,prompt,quick straightaway adv without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening immediately,instantly,directly,now,forthwith straightedge n hand tool consisting of a flat rigid rectangular bar (metal or wood) that can be used to draw straight lines (or test their straightness) straighten v straighten up or out; make straight unbend bend straighten v make straight straighten v get up from a sitting or slouching position straighten v put (things or places) in order tidy,neaten straightener n a device for straightening straightforward adj free from ambiguity straightforward adj without evasion or compromise square,straight straightforward adj without concealment or deception; honest aboveboard straightforward adj pointed directly ahead straightforwardly adv with firmness and conviction; without compromise squarely,foursquare strain n (physics) deformation of a physical body under the action of applied forces strain n difficulty that causes worry or emotional tension stress strain n a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence tune,melody,air,line strain n (psychology) nervousness resulting from mental stress strain v to exert much effort or energy strive,reach strain v test the limits of try,stress strain v use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity extend strain v separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements sift,sieve strained adj lacking natural ease labored,laboured strained adj showing signs of mental and emotional tension strained adj lacking spontaneity; not natural constrained,forced strained adj struggling for effect strainer n a filter to retain larger pieces while smaller pieces and liquids pass through straining n an intense or violent exertion strain straining n the act of distorting something so it seems to mean something it was not intended to mean distortion,torture,twisting straining adj taxing to the utmost; testing powers of endurance arduous,strenuous strait n a narrow channel of the sea joining two larger bodies of water sound strait n a bad or difficult situation or state of affairs pass,straits strait adj narrow straitjacket n anything immaterial that severely hinders or confines straitjacket n a garment similar to a jacket that is used to bind the arms tightly against the body as a means of restraining a violent person straits n a bad or difficult situation or state of affairs pass,strait straits n a difficult juncture pass,head strake n thick plank forming a ridge along the side of a wooden ship wale strand n a pattern forming a unity within a larger structural whole strand n line consisting of a complex of fibers or filaments that are twisted together to form a thread or a rope or a cable strand n a necklace made by stringing objects together chain,string strand n a very slender natural or synthetic fiber fibril,filament strand v leave stranded or isolated with little hope of rescue maroon strand v drive (a vessel) ashore strand v bring to the ground ground stranded adj cut off or left behind isolated,marooned strange adj being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird unusual familiar strange adj not known before unknown strange adj relating to or originating in or characteristic of another place or part of the world foreign strangely adv in a strange manner oddly,funnily strangeness n unusualness as a consequence of not being well known unfamiliarity strangeness n (physics) one of the six flavors of quark strangeness n the quality of being alien or not native foreignness stranger n anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found alien,unknown acquaintance stranger n an individual that one is not acquainted with acquaintance strangle v kill by squeezing the throat of so as to cut off the air strangulate,throttle strangle v suppress in order to conceal or hide smother,stifle,muffle,repress strangle v die from strangulation strangle v prevent the progress or free movement of hamper,halter,cramp strangled adj held in check with difficulty smothered,stifled,suppressed stranglehold n complete power over a person or situation stranglehold n a wrestling hold in which the arms are pressed against the opponent's windpipe strangler n an epiphytic vine or tree whose aerial roots extend down the trunk of a supporting tree and coalesce around it eventually strangling the tre strangler n someone who kills by strangling choker strangles n an acute bacterial disease of horses characterized by inflammation of the mucous membranes strangling n the act of suffocating (someone) by constricting the windpipe choking,strangulation,throttling strangulate v kill by squeezing the throat of so as to cut off the air strangle,throttle strangulate v constrict a hollow organ or vessel so as to stop the flow of blood or air strangulate v become constricted strangulation n the act of suffocating (someone) by constricting the windpipe choking,strangling,throttling strangulation n the condition of having respiration stopped by compression of the air passage strangulation n (pathology) constriction of a body part so as to cut off the flow of blood or other fluid strap n an elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position strap n hanger consisting of a loop of leather suspended from the ceiling of a bus or train; passengers hold onto it strap n a band that goes over the shoulder and supports a garment or bag strap n whip consisting of a strip of leather used in flogging strap v tie with a strap strap v beat severely with a whip or rod flog,welt,whip,lather,lash,slash,trounce strap v sharpen with a strap strap v secure (a sprained joint) with a strap strapping adj muscular and heavily built beefy,burly,husky strasbourg n city on the Rhine in eastern France near the German border; an inland port stratagem n a maneuver in a game or conversation ploy,gambit stratagem n an elaborate or deceitful scheme contrived to deceive or evade contrivance,dodge strategic adj relating to or concerned with strategy strategical strategic adj highly important to or an integral part of a strategy or plan of action especially in war strategical adj relating to or concerned with strategy strategic strategically adv with regard to strategy strategist n an expert in strategy (especially in warfare) strategy n an elaborate and systematic plan of action scheme strategy n the branch of military science dealing with military command and the planning and conduct of a war stratification n the act or process or arranging persons into classes or social strata stratification n the condition of being arranged in social strata or classes within a group stratification n forming or depositing in layers stratification n a layered configuration stratified adj arranged in a sequence of grades or ranks graded,ranked stratified adj deposited or arranged in horizontal layers bedded stratified adj (used of society) socially hierarchical stratify v divide society into social classes or castes stratify v form layers or strata stratify v develop different social levels, classes, or castes stratify v form, arrange, or deposit in layers stratosphere n the atmospheric layer between the troposphere and the mesosphere stratum n one of several parallel layers of material arranged one on top of another (such as a layer of tissue or cells in an organism or a layer of s stratum n people having the same social, economic, or educational status class stratum n an abstract place usually conceived as having depth level,layer stratum n a subpopulation divided into a stratified sampling stratus n a large dark low cloud strauss n German composer of many operas; collaborated with librettist Hugo von Hoffmannsthal to produce several operas (1864-1949) strauss n Austrian composer and son of Strauss the Elder; composed many famous waltzes and became known as the `waltz king' (1825-1899) strauss n Austrian composer of waltzes (1804-1849) stravinsky n composer who was born in Russia but lived in the United States after 1939 (1882-1971) stravinsky n the music of Stravinsky straw n plant fiber used e.g. for making baskets and hats or as fodder straw n material consisting of seed coverings and small pieces of stem or leaves that have been separated from the seeds chaff,husk,shuck,stalk,stubble straw n a variable yellow tint; dull yellow, often diluted with white wheat straw n a thin paper or plastic tube used to suck liquids into the mouth straw v cover or provide with or as if with straw straw v spread by scattering ("straw" is archaic) strew straw adj of a pale yellow color like straw; straw-colored strawberry n sweet fleshy red fruit strawberry n any of various low perennial herbs with many runners and bearing white flowers followed by edible fruits having many small achenes scattered strawberry n a soft red birthmark stray n an animal that has strayed (especially a domestic animal) stray v move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment roll,wander,swan,tramp,roam,cast,ramble,rove stray v wander from a direct course or at random err,drift stray v lose clarity or turn aside especially from the main subject of attention or course of argument in writing, thinking, or speaking digress,divagate,wander stray adj not close together in time isolated stray adj (of an animal) having no home or having wandered away from home strayer n someone who strays or falls behind straggler straying adj unable to find your way streak n an unbroken series of events run streak n a distinctive characteristic streak n a narrow marking of a different color or texture from the background stripe,bar streak n a sudden flash (as of lightning) streak v move quickly in a straight line streak v run naked in a public place streak v mark with spots or blotches of different color or shades of color as if stained mottle,blotch streaked adj marked with or as if with stripes or linear discolorations streaker n someone who takes off all their clothes and runs naked through a public place stream n a natural body of running water flowing on or under the earth watercourse stream n dominant course (suggestive of running water) of successive events or ideas flow,current stream n the act of flowing or streaming; continuous progression flow stream n something that resembles a flowing stream in moving continuously flow stream v to extend, wave or float outward, as if in the wind stream v exude profusely stream v move in large numbers pour,swarm,teem stream v rain heavily pour,pelt streamer n light that streams streamer n a newspaper headline that runs across the full page banner streamer n a long flag; often tapering pennant,pennon,waft streamer n long strip of cloth or paper used for decoration or advertising banner streaming n the circulation of cytoplasm within a cell streaming adj exuding a bodily fluid in profuse amounts streaming adj (computer science) using or relating to a form of continuous tape transport; used mainly to provide backup storage of unedited data streamline v contour economically or efficiently streamlined adj made efficient by stripping off nonessentials streamlined adj designed or arranged to offer the least resistant to fluid flow aerodynamic,flowing,sleek streep n United States film actress (born in 1949) street n a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings street n the part of a thoroughfare between the sidewalks; the part of the thoroughfare on which vehicles travel street n the streets of a city viewed as a depressed environment in which there is poverty and crime and prostitution and dereliction street n a situation offering opportunities streetcar n a wheeled vehicle that runs on rails and is propelled by electricity tram,trolley streetlight n a lamp supported on a lamppost; for illuminating a street streetwalker n a prostitute who attracts customers by walking the streets hooker,hustler,slattern streetwise adj having the shrewd resourcefulness needed to survive in an urban environment streisand n United States singer and actress (born in 1942) strength n the property of being physically or mentally strong weakness strength n capability in terms of personnel and materiel that affect the capacity to fight a war posture strength n physical energy or intensity force,forcefulness strength n an asset of special worth or utility forte,metier,specialty,speciality strengthen v make strong or stronger fortify weaken strengthen v gain strength weaken strengthen v give a healthy elasticity to tone strengthened adj given added strength or support reinforced strengthening n becoming stronger weakening strengthening n the act of increasing the strength of something weakening strenuous adj characterized by or performed with much energy or force strenuous adj taxing to the utmost; testing powers of endurance arduous,straining strenuously adv in a strenuous manner; strongly or vigorously strep n spherical Gram-positive bacteria occurring in pairs or chains; cause e.g. scarlet fever and tonsillitis streptococcus strep adj of or relating to or caused by streptococci streptococcus n spherical Gram-positive bacteria occurring in pairs or chains; cause e.g. scarlet fever and tonsillitis strep stress n the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch) emphasis,accent stress n (psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense tension stress n special emphasis attached to something focus stress n difficulty that causes worry or emotional tension strain stress v to stress, single out as important emphasize,punctuate,accent,accentuate stress v put stress on; utter with an accent accent,accentuate stress v test the limits of try,strain stressed adj suffering severe physical strain or distress distressed stressed adj bearing a stress or accent accented unstressed stressful adj extremely irritating to the nerves trying stretch n a large and unbroken expanse or distance stretch n the act of physically reaching or thrusting out reach,reaching stretch n a straightaway section of a racetrack stretch n exercise designed to extend the limbs and muscles to their full extent stretching stretch v occupy a large, elongated area stretch v extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body extend stretch v extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length unfold,extend stretch v become longer by being stretched and pulled shrink stretch adj having an elongated seating area stretch adj easily stretched stretchable adj capable of being easily stretched and resuming former size or shape stretchy stretched adj (of muscles) relieved of stiffness by stretching stretched adj extended or spread over a wide area or distance stretcher n a wooden framework on which canvas is stretched and fixed for oil painting stretcher n a mechanical device used to make something larger (as shoes or gloves) by stretching it stretcher n a litter for transporting people who are ill or wounded or dead; usually consists of a sheet of canvas stretched between two poles stretcher n a stone that forms the top of wall or building capstone stretching n act of expanding by lengthening or widening stretching n exercise designed to extend the limbs and muscles to their full extent stretch stretchy adj capable of being easily stretched and resuming former size or shape stretchable streusel n pastry with a topping of streusel streusel n a crumbly topping for a pastry strew v spread by scattering ("straw" is archaic) straw strew v cover; be dispersed over stria n any of a number of tiny parallel grooves such as: the scratches left by a glacier on rocks or the streaks or ridges in muscle tissue stria n a stripe or stripes of contrasting color band,banding striate v mark with striae or striations striate adj marked with stria or striations stricken adj grievously affected especially by disease afflicted stricken adj (used in combination) affected by something overwhelming smitten,struck stricken adj put out of action (by illness) strickland n United States architect and student of Latrobe (1787-1854) strickle n an implement for sharpening scythes strickle n a tool or rod used to level off grain or other granular material that is heaped in a measure strickle n a tool used in a foundry to shape a mold in sand strickle v level off with a strickle in a measuring container strickle v smooth with a strickle strike strict adj rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard rigorous strict adj (of rules) stringently enforced strict adj characterized by strictness, severity, or restraint strict adj incapable of compromise or flexibility rigid strictly adv restricted to something purely strictly adv in a stringent manner stringently strictly adv in a rigorous manner rigorously stricture n abnormal narrowing of a bodily canal or passageway stenosis stricture n severe criticism stride n a step in walking or running pace,tread stride n the distance covered by a step footstep,pace,step stride n significant progress (especially in the phrase `make strides') stride v walk with long steps stride v cover or traverse by taking long steps stridency n having the timbre of a loud high-pitched sound strident adj conspicuously and offensively loud; given to vehement outcry blatant,clamant,clamorous,vociferous strident adj of speech sounds produced by forcing air through a constricted passage (as `f', `s', `z', or `th' in both `thin' and `then') spirant strident adj being sharply insistent on being heard shrill strident adj unpleasantly loud and harsh raucous stridently adv in a strident manner strider n a person who walks rapidly with long steps stridor n a whistling sound when breathing (usually heard on inspiration); indicates obstruction of the trachea or larynx strife n lack of agreement or harmony discord strife n bitter conflict; heated often violent dissension strike n a group's refusal to work in protest against low pay or bad work conditions strike n an attack that is intended to seize or inflict damage on or destroy an objective strike n a gentle blow rap,tap strike n a score in tenpins: knocking down all ten with the first ball strike v deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon strike v have an emotional or cognitive impact upon affect,impress,move strike v hit against; come into sudden contact with hit strike v make a strategic, offensive, assault against an enemy, opponent, or a target hit strikebreaker n someone who works (or provides workers) during a strike scab,rat striker n a forward on a soccer team striker n someone receiving intensive training for a naval technical rating striker n an employee on strike against an employer striker n someone who hits hitter striking n the physical coming together of two or more things contact,impinging striking n the act of contacting one thing with another hit,hitting striking adj sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect dramatic,spectacular striking adj having a quality that thrusts itself into attention outstanding,prominent,salient,spectacular strikingly adv in a striking manner string n a lightweight cord twine string n stringed instruments that are played with a bow string n a tightly stretched cord of wire or gut, as a part of an instrument or a tennis racket string n a sequentially ordered set of things or events or ideas in which each successive member is related to the preceding train string v thread on or as if on a string thread,draw string v add as if on a string string v move or come along string v stretch out or arrange like a string stringency n a state occasioned by scarcity of money and a shortage of credit tightness stringency n conscientious attention to rules and details stringent adj demanding strict attention to rules and procedures rigorous,tight stringently adv in a stringent manner strictly stringer n a member of a squad on a team stringer n a worker who strings stringer n brace consisting of a longitudinal member to strengthen a fuselage or hull stringer n a long horizontal timber to connect uprights strings n the section of an orchestra that plays stringed instruments strings n (usually plural) a statement of what is required as part of an agreement condition,term stringy adj lean and sinewy wiry stringy adj (of meat) full of sinews; especially impossible to chew fibrous,sinewy stringy adj forming viscous or glutinous threads stringy adj consisting of or containing string or strings strip n a relatively long narrow piece of something strip n artifact consisting of a narrow flat piece of material slip strip n an airfield without normal airport facilities airstrip strip n a sequence of drawings telling a story in a newspaper or comic book strip v take away possessions from someone deprive,divest strip v get undressed undress,disrobe,peel strip v remove the surface from strip v remove substances from by a percolating liquid leach stripe n an adornment consisting of a strip of a contrasting color or material band,banding stripe n a piece of braid, usually on the sleeve, indicating military rank or length of service stripe n V-shaped sleeve badge indicating military rank and service chevron,stripes stripe n a kind or category stripe v mark with stripes striped adj marked or decorated with stripes striper n a serviceman who wears stripes on the uniform to indicate rank or years of service striper n caught along the Atlantic coast of the United States striper n marine food and game fish with dark longitudinal stripes; migrates upriver to spawn; sometimes placed in the genus Morone rockfish stripes n V-shaped sleeve badge indicating military rank and service chevron,stripe striping n the act of marking with stripes stripling n a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity adolescent,teenager,teen stripped adj having only essential or minimal features stripped adj having everything extraneous removed including contents bare stripped adj with clothing stripped off stripper n a chemical compound used to remove paint or varnish stripper n a worker who strips the stems from moistened tobacco leaves and binds the leaves together into books stemmer stripper n a performer who provides erotic entertainment by undressing to music striptease,peeler stripper n an oil well whose production has declined to less than ten barrels a day stripping n the removal of covering uncovering,baring,husking striptease n a performer who provides erotic entertainment by undressing to music stripper,peeler striptease n a form of erotic entertainment in which a dancer gradually undresses to music strip strive v attempt by employing effort endeavor,endeavour strive v to exert much effort or energy reach,strain striving n an effortful attempt to attain a goal nisus,pains,strain strobe n scientific instrument that provides a flashing light synchronized with the periodic movement of an object; can make moving object appear sta stroke n (sports) the act of swinging or striking at a ball with a club or racket or bat or cue or hand shot stroke n the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam throw stroke n a sudden loss of consciousness resulting when the rupture or occlusion of a blood vessel leads to oxygen lack in the brain apoplexy stroke n a light touch stroke v touch lightly and repeatedly, as with brushing motions stroke v strike a ball with a smooth blow stroke v row at a particular rate stroke v treat gingerly or carefully stroking n a light touch with the hands stroke stroll n a leisurely walk (usually in some public place) amble,promenade,saunter stroll v walk leisurely and with no apparent aim saunter stroller n someone who walks at a leisurely pace ambler stroller n a small vehicle with four wheels in which a baby or child is pushed around carriage,pushchair,pusher stroma n a mass of fungal tissue that has spore-bearing structures embedded in it or on it stroma n the dense colorless framework of a chloroplast stroma n the supporting tissue of an organ (as opposed to parenchyma) strombus n type genus of the family Strombidae strong adj having strength or power greater than average or expected weak strong adj not faint or feeble strong adj having or wielding force or authority potent strong adj having a strong physiological or chemical effect potent,stiff stronghold n a strongly fortified defensive structure fastness strongly adv with strength or in a strong manner weakly strongly adv in a powerful manner powerfully strongman n a man who performs feats of strength at a fair or circus strongman n a powerful political figure who rules by the exercise of force or violence strontium n a soft silver-white or yellowish metallic element of the alkali metal group; turns yellow in air; occurs in celestite and strontianite sr strop n a leather strap used to sharpen razors strop v sharpen on a strop struck adj (used in combination) affected by something overwhelming smitten,stricken structural adj relating to or caused by structure, especially political or economic structure structural adj relating to or having or characterized by structure structural adj affecting or involved in structure or construction structural adj concerned with systematic structure in a particular field of study structurally adv with respect to structure structure n a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts construction structure n the manner of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts structure n the complex composition of knowledge as elements and their combinations structure n a particular complex anatomical part of a living thing and its construction and arrangement structure v give a structure to structured adj having definite and highly organized structure structured adj resembling a living organism in organization or development integrated strudel n thin sheet of filled dough rolled and baked struggle n an energetic attempt to achieve something battle struggle n an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals) conflict,battle struggle n strenuous effort struggle v make a strenuous or labored effort fight struggle v to exert strenuous effort against opposition struggle v climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling clamber,scramble,shin,skin,sputter struggle v be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight contend,fight struggling adj engaged in a struggle to overcome especially poverty or obscurity strum n sound of strumming strum v sound the strings of (a stringed instrument) thrum strumpet n a woman adulterer hussy,jade,slut strung adj that is on a string strut n a proud stiff pompous gait prance,swagger strut n brace consisting of a bar or rod used to resist longitudinal compression strut v to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others swagger,ruffle,prance,sashay,cock strychnine n an alkaloid plant toxin extracted chiefly from nux vomica; formerly used as a stimulant stuart n United States painter best known for his portraits of George Washington (1755-1828) stuart n a member of the royal family that ruled Scotland and England stuart n the royal family that ruled Scotland from 1371-1714 and ruled England from 1603 to 1649 and again from 1660 to 1714 stub n a short piece remaining on a trunk or stem where a branch is lost stub n a small piece nub stub n a torn part of a ticket returned to the holder as a receipt stub n the part of a check that is retained as a record stub v pull up (weeds) by their roots stub v extinguish by crushing stub v clear of weeds by uprooting them stub v strike (one's toe) accidentally against an object stubble n material consisting of seed coverings and small pieces of stem or leaves that have been separated from the seeds chaff,husk,shuck,stalk,straw stubble n short stiff hairs growing on a man's face when he has not shaved for a few days stubborn adj tenaciously unwilling or marked by tenacious unwillingness to yield obstinate docile stubborn adj not responding to treatment refractory stubbornly adv in a stubborn unregenerate manner stubbornness n the trait of being difficult to handle or overcome obstinacy stubbornness n resolute adherence to your own ideas or desires obstinacy stubbs n English historian noted for his constitutional history of medieval England (1825-1901) stubby adj short and blunt stucco n a plaster now made mostly from Portland cement and sand and lime; applied while soft to cover exterior walls or surfaces stucco v decorate with stucco work stucco v coat with stucco stuck adj caught or fixed unstuck stuck adj baffled stud n a man who is virile and sexually active stud n ornament consisting of a circular rounded protuberance (as on a vault or shield or belt) rivet stud n an upright in house framing scantling stud n adult male horse kept for breeding stud v scatter or intersperse like dots or studs dot stud v provide with or construct with studs studded adj dotted or adorned with or as with studs or nailheads; usually used in combination student n a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution pupil student n a learned person (especially in the humanities); someone who by long study has gained mastery in one or more disciplines scholar,bookman studied adj produced or marked by conscious design or premeditation studio n workplace for the teaching or practice of an art studio n an apartment with a living space and a bathroom and a small kitchen studio n workplace consisting of a room or building where movies or television shows or radio programs are produced and recorded location studious adj marked by care and effort studious adj characterized by diligent study and fondness for reading bookish studiously adv in a studious manner study n a detailed critical inspection survey study n applying the mind to learning and understanding a subject (especially by reading) work study n a written document describing the findings of some individual or group report study n a state of deep mental absorption study v consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning analyze,examine,canvass study v be a student; follow a course of study; be enrolled at an institute of learning study v give careful consideration to consider study v be a student of a certain subject learn,read,take studying n reading carefully with intent to remember perusal,perusing stuff n the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object material stuff n miscellaneous unspecified objects stuff n informal terms for personal possessions clobber stuff n senseless talk hooey,poppycock stuff v cram into a cavity stuff v press or force thrust,shove,squeeze stuff v obstruct lug,block stuff v overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself gorge,glut,overeat,binge stuffed adj filled with something stuffed adj crammed with food stuffer n a craftsman who stuffs and mounts the skins of animals for display taxidermist stuffer n an advertising circular that is enclosed with other material and (usually) sent by mail stuffing n a mixture of seasoned ingredients used to stuff meats and vegetables dressing stuffing n padding put in mattresses and cushions and upholstered furniture stuffy adj lacking fresh air airless,close stuffy adj excessively conventional and unimaginative and hence dull stodgy stuffy adj affected with a sensation of stoppage or obstruction stultify v prove to be of unsound mind or demonstrate someone's incompetence stultify v cause to appear foolish stultify v deprive of strength or efficiency; make useless or worthless cripple stumble n an unsteady uneven gait lurch,stagger stumble n an unintentional but embarrassing blunder trip,misstep stumble v walk unsteadily falter,bumble stumble v miss a step and fall or nearly fall trip stumble v encounter by chance hit stumble v make an error stump n the base part of a tree that remains standing after the tree has been felled stump n the part of a limb or tooth that remains after the rest is removed stump n (cricket) any of three upright wooden posts that form the wicket stump n a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it dais,podium,pulpit,rostrum,soapbox stump v cause to be perplexed or confounded stump v walk heavily stomp,stamp stump v travel through a district and make political speeches stump v remove tree stumps from stumper n a particularly difficult or baffling question or problem poser,sticker stumping n campaigning for something by making political speeches (stump speeches) stumpy adj short and thick; as e.g. having short legs and heavy musculature chunky,dumpy,squat,squatty stun v make senseless or dizzy by or as if by a blow stun v hit something or somebody as if with a sandbag sandbag stun v overcome as with astonishment or disbelief daze stung adj aroused to impatience or anger annoyed,irritated,miffed,nettled,peeved,pissed,riled,roiled stunned adj filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock amazed,astonished,astounded stunned adj knocked unconscious by a heavy blow out stunned adj in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock dazed,stupid stunner n a very attractive or seductive looking woman smasher,knockout,beauty,sweetheart,peach,lulu,looker,dish stunner n an unexpected and amazing event stunning adj commanding attention arresting,sensational stunning adj causing great astonishment and consternation stunning adj causing or capable of causing bewilderment or shock or insensibility stunning adj strikingly beautiful or attractive stunningly adv in a spectacular manner spectacularly stunt n a difficult or unusual or dangerous feat; usually done to gain attention stunt n a creature (especially a whale) that has been prevented from attaining full growth stunt v check the growth or development of stunt v perform a stunt or stunts stunted adj inferior in size or quality scrawny,scrubby stunting n the performance of stunts while in flight in an aircraft acrobatics,aerobatics stupa n a dome-shaped shrine erected by Buddhists tope stupe n a person who is not very bright stupid,dullard,dolt stupendous adj so great in size or force or extent as to elicit awe colossal,prodigious stupid n a person who is not very bright stupe,dullard,dolt stupid adj lacking or marked by lack of intellectual acuity smart stupid adj in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock dazed,stunned stupid adj lacking intelligence stupidity n a poor ability to understand or to profit from experience intelligence stupidity n a stupid mistake folly,foolishness stupidly adv in a stupid manner stupor n the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally daze,shock stupor n marginal consciousness sturdiness n the state of being vigorous and robust sturdiness n the property of something that is strongly built sturdiness n resoluteness evidenced by strength of character sturdy adj having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships hardy,stalwart,stout sturdy adj not making concessions uncompromising,inflexible sturdy adj substantially made or constructed tough sturgeon n large primitive fishes valued for their flesh and roe; widely distributed in the North Temperate Zone stutter n a speech disorder involving hesitations and involuntary repetitions of certain sounds stammer stutter v speak haltingly bumble,stammer,falter stuttgart n a city in southwestern Germany famous for innovative architecture stuyvesant n the last Dutch colonial administrator of New Netherland; in 1664 he was forced to surrender the colony to England (1592-1672) sty n an infection of the sebaceous gland of the eyelid stye sty n a pen for swine pigsty,pigpen stye n an infection of the sebaceous gland of the eyelid sty stygian adj hellish stygian adj dark and dismal as of the rivers Acheron and Styx in Hades style n how something is done or how it happens manner,mode,way,fashion style n a way of expressing something (in language or art or music etc.) that is characteristic of a particular person or group of people or period style n a particular kind (as to appearance) style n the popular taste at a given time vogue,trend style v designate by an identifying term title style v make consistent with a certain fashion or style style v make consistent with certain rules of style stylish adj having elegance or taste or refinement in manners or dress fashionable stylish adj being or in accordance with current social fashions fashionable stylishly adv in a stylish manner stylist n an artist who is a master of a particular style stylist n someone who cuts or beautifies hair hairdresser stylistic adj of or relating to style (especially in the use of language) stylistically adv in a rhetorically stylistic manner stylite n an early Christian ascetic who lived on top of high pillars stylize v represent according to a conventional style stylized adj using artistic forms and conventions to create effects; not natural or spontaneous stylus n a sharp pointed device attached to the cartridge of a record player stylus n a pointed tool for writing or drawing or engraving style stymie n a situation in golf where an opponent's ball blocks the line between your ball and the hole stymie n a thwarting and distressing situation stymie v hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of obstruct,blockade,block,hinder,embarrass styrene n a colorless oily liquid; the monomer for polystyrene styrofoam n a light resilient foam of polystyrene styx n (Greek mythology) a river in Hades across which Charon carried dead souls suasion n the act of persuading (or attempting to persuade); communication intended to induce belief or 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(biology) a taxonomic category below a class and above an order subclavian adj situated beneath the clavicle subcommittee n a subset of committee members organized for a specific purpose subconscious n psychic activity just below the level of awareness subconscious adj just below the level of consciousness subconsciously adv from the subconscious mind subcontinent n a large and distinctive landmass (as India or Greenland) that is a distinct part of some continent subcontract n a contract assigning to another party some obligations of a prior contract subcontract v arranged for contracted work to be done by others job subcontract v work under a subcontract; engage in a subcontract subcontractor n someone who enters into a subcontract with the primary contractor subculture n a social group within a national culture that has distinctive patterns of behavior and beliefs subcutaneous adj relating to or located below the epidermis hypodermic subdivide v form into subdivisions subdivide v divide into smaller and smaller pieces subdivision n an area composed of subdivided lots subdivision n the act of subdividing; division of something previously divided subdivision n a division of some larger or more complex organization branch,arm subdivision n a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical) section subdue v put down by force or intimidation repress,quash,subjugate,reduce subdue v bring under control by force or authority suppress,conquer subdue v hold within limits and control mortify,crucify subdue v get on top of; deal with successfully overcome,surmount,master subdued adj in a softened tone hushed,muted,quiet subdued adj restrained in style or quality subdued adj quieted and brought under control subdued adj not brilliant or glaring soft subdural adj below the dura mater but above the arachnoid membrane of the meninges subfamily n (biology) a taxonomic category below a family subgroup n a distinct and often subordinate group within a group subgroup n (mathematics) a subset (that is not empty) of a mathematical group subhuman adj less than human or not worthy of a human being superhuman subhuman adj unfit for human beings subject n the subject matter of a conversation or discussion topic,theme subject n something (a person or object or scene) selected by an artist or photographer for graphic representation content subject n a branch of knowledge discipline,field,study,bailiwick subject n some situation or event that is thought about topic,issue,matter subject v cause to experience or suffer or make liable or vulnerable to subject v make accountable for subject v make subservient; force to submit or subdue subjugate subject adj possibly accepting or permitting capable,open subject adj being under the power or sovereignty of another or others dependent subject adj likely to be affected by something subjective adj taking place within the mind and modified by individual bias objective subjective adj of a mental act performed entirely within the mind immanent subjectivity n judgment based on individual personal impressions and feelings and opinions rather than external facts subjugate v put down by force or intimidation repress,quash,subdue,reduce subjugate v make subservient; force to submit or subdue subject subjugated adj reduced to submission subkingdom n (biology) a taxonomic group comprising a major division of a kingdom sublease n a lease from one lessee to another sublet sublease v lease or rent all or part of (a leased or rented property) to another person sublet sublet n a lease from one lessee to another sublease sublet v lease or rent all or part of (a leased or rented property) to another person sublease sublime v vaporize and then condense right back again sublime v change or cause to change directly from a solid into a vapor without first melting sublime adj inspiring awe sublime adj worthy of adoration or reverence reverend sublime adj lifted up or set high sublime adj of high moral or 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as less important or consider of less value subordinate v make subordinate, dependent, or subservient subdue subordinate adj lower in rank or importance dominant subordinate adj subject or submissive to authority or the control of another insubordinate subordinate adj (of a clause) unable to stand alone syntactically as a complete sentence dependent subordinating adj serving to connect a subordinate clause to a main clause coordinating subordination n the state of being subordinate to something subordination n the semantic relation of being subordinate or belonging to a lower rank or class subordination n the grammatical relation of a modifying word or phrase to its head subordination n the quality of obedient submissiveness insubordination suborn v incite to commit a crime or an evil deed suborn v procure (false testimony or perjury) suborn v induce to commit perjury or give false testimony subpoena n a writ issued by court authority to compel the attendance of a witness at a judicial proceeding; disobedience may be punishable as a contemp subpoena v serve or summon with a subpoena subscribe v offer to buy, as of stocks and shares subscribe v mark with one's signature; write one's name (on) sign subscribe v adopt as a belief support subscribe v pay (an amount of money) as a contribution to a charity or service, especially at regular intervals pledge subscribed adj (of a contract or will or other document) having a signature written at the end subscriber n someone who expresses strong approval endorser subscriber n someone who contracts to receive and pay for a service or a certain number of issues of a publication reader subscriber n someone who contributes (or promises to contribute) a sum of money contributor subscript n a character or symbol set or printed or written beneath or slightly below and to the side of another character inferior subscript adj written or printed below and to one side of another character inferior subscription n a payment for consecutive 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submissive; characteristic of a slave or servant slavish,submissive subset n a set whose members are members of another set; a set contained within another set subside v wear off or die down lessen subside v sink to a lower level or form a depression subside v sink down or precipitate settle subside v descend into or as if into some soft substance or place sink subsidence n an abatement in intensity or degree (as in the manifestations of a disease) remission subsidence n a gradual sinking to a lower level settling,subsiding subsidence n the sudden collapse of something into a hollow beneath it subsidiary n an assistant subject to the authority or control of another subordinate,underling subsidiary n a company that is completely controlled by another company subsidiary adj functioning in a supporting capacity auxiliary,supplemental,supplementary subsiding n a gradual sinking to a lower level settling,subsidence subsidization n money (or other benefits) obtained as a subsidy subsidization n the act of providing a subsidy grant subsidize v support through subsidies subsidize v secure the assistance of by granting a subsidy, as of nations or military forces subsidized adj having partial financial support from public funds subsidy n a grant paid by a government to an enterprise that benefits the public subsist v support oneself exist,survive,live subsistence n minimal (or marginal) resources for subsisting subsistence n a means of surviving subsistence n the state of existing in reality; having substance subsoil n the layer of soil between the topsoil and bedrock subspace n a space that is contained within another space subspecies n (biology) a taxonomic group that is a division of a species; usually arises as a consequence of geographical isolation within a species race substance n the real physical matter of which a person or thing consists substance n the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience kernel,core,center,centre,essence,gist,heart,marrow substance n the idea that is intended meaning substance n material of a particular kind or constitution substandard adj falling short of some prescribed norm deficient,inferior substantial adj of considerable importance, size, or worth significant substantial adj of or relating to the real nature or essential elements of something substantive substantial adj having substance or capable of being treated as fact; not imaginary real,material insubstantial substantial adj providing abundant nourishment hearty,satisfying,solid,square substantially adv to a great extent or degree well,considerably substantially adv in a strong substantial way substantiate v establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts confirm,corroborate,sustain,support,affirm substantiate v represent in bodily form incarnate,embody substantiate v make real or concrete; give reality or substance to realize,realise,actualize substantiate v solidify, firm, or 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relief,reliever,backup substitute v put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items replace,interchange,exchange substitute v be a substitute sub substitute v act as a substitute deputize substitute adj capable of substituting in any of several positions on a team utility substitute adj serving or used in place of another alternate,alternative substitute adj artificial and inferior ersatz substituting n working as a substitute for someone who is ill or on leave of absence subbing substitution n an event in which one thing is substituted for another permutation,replacement,switch substitution n the act of putting one thing or person in the place of another: "he sent Smith in for Jones but the substitution came too late to help" exchange,commutation substrate n the substance that is acted upon by an enzyme or ferment substrate n a surface on which an organism grows or is attached substratum substrate n any stratum or layer lying underneath another substratum substrate n an indigenous language that contributes features to the language of an invading people who impose their language on the indigenous populatio substratum substratum n a surface on which an organism grows or is attached substrate substratum n any stratum or layer lying underneath another substrate substratum n an indigenous language that contributes features to the language of an invading people who impose their language on the indigenous populatio substrate subsume v contain or include subsume v consider (an instance of something) as part of a general rule or principle subsumption n the premise of a syllogism that contains the minor term (which is the subject of the conclusion) subsumption n incorporating something under a more general category subsurface adj beneath the surface overhead,surface subsystem n a system that is part of some larger system subtend v be opposite to; of angles and sides, in geometry delimit subterfuge n something intended to misrepresent the true nature of an activity blind subterranean adj being or operating under the surface of the earth subterranean adj lying beyond what is openly revealed or avowed (especially being kept in the background or deliberately concealed) ulterior subtitle n translation of foreign dialogue of a movie or TV program; usually displayed at the bottom of the screen caption subtitle n secondary or explanatory title subtitle v supply (a movie) with subtitles subtle adj difficult to detect or grasp by the mind or analyze elusive subtle adj able to make fine distinctions subtle adj working or spreading in a hidden and usually injurious way insidious,pernicious subtlety n a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude nuance,nicety,shade,refinement subtlety n the quality of being difficult to detect or analyze niceness subtly adv in a subtle manner subtract v make a subtraction deduct add subtract v take off or away subtraction n an arithmetic operation in which the difference between two numbers is calculated minus subtraction n the act of subtracting (removing a part from the whole) deduction addition subunit n a monetary unit that is valued at a fraction (usually one hundredth) of the basic monetary unit suburb n a residential district located on the outskirts of a city suburbia suburban adj relating to or characteristic of or situated in suburbs suburbanite n a resident of a suburb suburbanize v take on suburban character suburbanize v make suburban in character suburbia n a residential district located on the outskirts of a city suburb suburbia n suburbanites considered as a cultural class or subculture subversion n destroying someone's (or some group's) honesty or loyalty; undermining moral integrity corruption subversion n the act of subverting; as overthrowing or destroying a legally constituted government subversive n a radical supporter of political or social revolution revolutionist,revolutionary subversive adj in opposition to a civil authority or government insurgent,seditious subvert v cause the downfall of; of rulers overthrow,overturn subvert v corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality corrupt,pervert,demoralize,debase,profane,vitiate,deprave,misdirect subvert v destroy property or hinder normal operations sabotage,undermine,counteract,weaken subvert v destroy completely subway n an electric railway operating below the surface of the ground (usually in a city) metro,tube,underground subway n an underground tunnel or passage enabling pedestrians to cross a road or railway underpass succade n fruit cooked in sugar syrup and encrusted with a sugar crystals succeed v attain success or reach a desired goal win fail succeed v be the successor (of) follow precede succeeding adj coming after or following preceding succeeding adj (of elected officers) elected but not yet serving future,next success n an event that accomplishes its intended purpose failure success n an attainment that is successful success n a state of prosperity or fame failure success n a person with a record of successes achiever,winner successful adj having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome unsuccessful successfully adv with success; in a successful manner unsuccessfully succession n a following of one thing after another in time sequence succession n a group of people or things arranged or following in order succession n the action of following in order sequence succession n (ecology) the gradual and orderly process of change in an ecosystem brought about by the progressive replacement of one community by another successive adj in regular succession without gaps consecutive,sequent,sequential,serial successively adv in proper order or sequence successor n a person who follows next in order replacement successor n a thing or person that immediately replaces something or someone successor n a person who inherits some title or office heir succinct adj briefly giving the gist of something compact,summary succinctly adv with concise and precise brevity; to the point succor n assistance in time of difficulty relief,succour,ministration succor v help in a difficult situation succour succour n assistance in time of difficulty relief,succor,ministration succour v help in a difficult situation succor succubus n a female demon believed to have sexual intercourse with sleeping men succulent n a plant adapted to arid conditions and characterized by fleshy water-storing tissues that act as water reservoirs succulent adj tender and full of juice lush succumb v consent reluctantly yield succumb v be fatally overwhelmed yield survive succus n any of several liquids of the body juice such adj of so extreme a degree or extent such adv to so extreme a degree suchlike adj of the same kind suck n the act of sucking sucking,suction suck v draw into the mouth by creating a practical vacuum in the mouth suck v draw something in by or as if by a vacuum suck v attract by using an inexorable force, inducement, etc. suck v be inadequate or objectionable blow sucker n a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of chump,fool,gull,mark,patsy,mug sucker n a shoot arising from a plant's roots sucker n a drinker who sucks (as at a nipple or through a straw) sucker n flesh of any of numerous North American food fishes with toothless jaws sucking n the act of sucking suck,suction suckle v suck milk from the mother's breasts suckle v give suck to breastfeed,suck,nurse,lactate suckling n English poet and courtier (1609-1642) suckling n an infant considered in relation to its nurse suckling n a young mammal that has not been weaned suckling n feeding an infant by giving suck at the breast lactation sucre n the basic unit of money in Ecuador; equal to 100 centavos sucre n the judicial capital and seat of the judiciary in Bolivia sucrose n a complex carbohydrate found in many plants and used as a sweetening agent suction n a force over an area produced by a pressure difference suction n the act of sucking sucking,suck suction v remove or draw away by the force of suction suction v empty or clean (a body cavity) by the force of suction sudan n a republic in northeastern Africa on the Red Sea; achieved independence from Egypt and the United Kingdom in 1956 sudan n a region of northern Africa to the south of the Sahara and Libyan deserts; extends from the Atlantic to the Red Sea sudanese n a native or inhabitant of Sudan sudanese adj of or relating to or characteristic of the African Republic of the Sudan or its people sudden adj happening without warning or in a short space of time gradual suddenly adv happening unexpectedly suddenly adv quickly and without warning abruptly,short,dead suddenly adv on impulse; without premeditation suddenness n the quality of happening with headlong haste or without warning abruptness sudoku n a number puzzle in which the numbers 1 through 9 must be placed into a grid of cells so that each row or column contains only one of each nu suds n the froth produced by soaps or detergents lather suds n a dysphemism for beer (especially for lager that effervesces) suds v wash in suds suds v make froth or foam and become bubbly froth,spume sue n French writer whose novels described the sordid side of city life (1804-1857) sue v institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against action,litigate,process suede n leather with a napped surface suede n a fabric made to resemble suede leather suez n a city in northeastern Egypt at the head of the Gulf of Suez and at the southern end of the Suez Canal suffer v undergo or be subjected to endure enjoy suffer v undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) sustain,have,get suffer v experience (emotional) pain suffer v put up with something or somebody unpleasant digest,endure,stomach,bear,stand,tolerate,support,brook sufferable adj capable of being borne though unpleasant bearable,supportable sufferer n a person suffering from an illness sufferer n one who suffers for the sake of principle martyr suffering n a state of acute pain agony suffering n misery resulting from affliction woe suffering n psychological suffering distress,hurt suffering n feelings of mental or physical pain hurt suffering adj troubled by pain or loss suffering adj very unhappy; full of misery miserable,wretched suffice v be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity do,answer,serve sufficiency n sufficient resources to provide comfort and meet obligations sufficiency n an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose enough sufficiency n the quality of being sufficient for the end in view adequacy insufficiency sufficient adj of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant insufficient sufficiently adv to a sufficient degree insufficiently suffix n an affix that is added at the end of the word postfix suffix v attach a suffix to prefix suffocate v deprive of oxygen and prevent from breathing smother,asphyxiate suffocate v impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of stifle,asphyxiate,choke suffocate v become stultified, suppressed, or stifled choke suffocate v suppress the development, creativity, or imagination of choke suffocating adj causing difficulty in breathing especially through lack of fresh air and presence of heat smothering suffocation n killing by depriving of oxygen asphyxiation suffocation n the condition of being deprived of oxygen (as by having breathing stopped) asphyxiation suffragan n an assistant or subordinate bishop of a diocese suffrage n a legal right guaranteed by the 15th amendment to the US Constitution; guaranteed to women by the 19th amendment vote suffragette n a woman advocate of women's right to vote (especially a militant advocate in the United Kingdom at the beginning of the 20th century) suffragist n an advocate of the extension of voting rights (especially to women) suffuse v cause to spread or flush or flood through, over, or across suffuse v to become overspread as with a fluid, a colour, a gleam of light suffusion n the process of permeating or infusing something with a substance sugar n a white crystalline carbohydrate used as a sweetener and preservative sugar n an essential structural component of living cells and source of energy for animals; includes simple sugars with small molecules as well as m carbohydrate sugar n informal terms for money boodle,bread,cabbage,clams,dinero,dough,kale,lettuce sugar v sweeten with sugar sugarcane n juicy canes whose sap is a source of molasses and commercial sugar; fresh canes are sometimes chewed for the juice sugarcane n tall tropical southeast Asian grass having stout fibrous jointed stalks; sap is a chief source of sugar sugarcoat v coat with something sweet, such as a hard sugar glaze glaze,candy sugarcoat v cause to appear more pleasant or appealing sugared adj with sweetening added sweetened,sweet sugary adj containing sugar suggest v make a proposal, declare a plan for something propose,advise suggest v drop a hint; intimate by a hint hint suggest v imply as a possibility intimate suggest v call to mind evoke suggestible adj susceptible or responsive to suggestion suggestion n an idea that is suggested suggestion n a proposal offered for acceptance or rejection proposition,proffer suggestion n a just detectable amount trace,hint,tint suggestion n persuasion formulated as a suggestion prompting suggestive adj tending to suggest or imply suggestive adj (usually followed by `of') pointing out or revealing clearly indicative,revelatory suggestive adj tending to suggest something improper or indecent suicidal adj dangerous to yourself or your interests suicide n the act of killing yourself suicide n a person who kills himself intentionally suit n a set of garments (usually including a jacket and trousers or skirt) for outerwear all of the same fabric and color suit n a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy lawsuit,case,cause suit n (slang) a businessman dressed in a business suit suit n a man's courting of a woman; seeking the affections of a woman (usually with the hope of marriage) courtship,wooing,courting suit v be agreeable or acceptable to accommodate,fit suit v be agreeable or acceptable suit v accord or comport with befit,beseem suit v enhance the appearance of become suitability n the quality of having the properties that are right for a specific purpose suitable adj meant or adapted for an occasion or use suited suitable adj worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse desirable,worthy suitably adv in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances appropriately,fittingly,properly,duly suitcase n a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes bag,grip suite n a musical composition of several movements only loosely connected suite n apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel) rooms suite n the group following and attending to some important person cortege,retinue,entourage suite n a matching set of furniture suited adj meant or adapted for an occasion or use suitable suited adj outfitted or supplied with clothing suiting n a fabric used for suits suitor n a man who courts a woman wooer sukiyaki n thin beef strips (or chicken or pork) cooked briefly at the table with onions and greens and soy sauce sulcus n (anatomy) any of the narrow grooves in an organ or tissue especially those that mark the convolutions on the surface of the brain sulfa n antibacterial consisting of any of several synthetic organic compounds capable of inhibiting the growth of bacteria that require PABA sulfate n a salt or ester of sulphuric acid sulphate sulfate v convert into a sulfate sulfur n an abundant tasteless odorless multivalent nonmetallic element; best known in yellow crystals; occurs in many sulphide and sulphate minerals s,sulphur sulfur v treat with sulphur in order to preserve sulphur sulfuric adj of or relating to or containing sulfur sulfurous adj of or related to or containing sulfur or derived from sulfur sulfurous adj harsh or corrosive in tone acerb,acerbic,acid,acrid,bitter,blistering,caustic,virulent sulfurous adj characterized by oppressive heat and humidity sultry,stifling sulk n a mood or display of sullen aloofness or withdrawal sulk v be in a huff and display one's displeasure pout,brood sulky n a light two-wheeled vehicle for one person; drawn by one horse sulky adj sullen or moody huffish sulky adj moving slowly sluggish sulky adj depressingly dark gloomy sullen adj showing a brooding ill humor dark,dour,glowering,glum,moody,morose,sour sullen adj darkened by clouds heavy,lowering,threatening sullivan n United States architect known for his steel framed skyscrapers and for coining the phrase `form follows function' (1856-1924) sullivan n United States psychiatrist (1892-1949) sullivan n United States host on a well known television variety show (1902-1974) sullivan n United States educator who was the teacher and lifelong companion of Helen Keller (1866-1936) sully n United States painter (born in England) of portraits and historical scenes (1783-1872) sully n French statesman (1560-1641) sully v place under suspicion or cast doubt upon defile,corrupt,taint,cloud sully v make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically tarnish,stain,maculate,defile sully v charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone defame,slander,smirch,asperse,denigrate,smear sulphate n a salt or ester of sulphuric acid sulfate sulphur n an abundant tasteless odorless multivalent nonmetallic element; best known in yellow crystals; occurs in many sulphide and sulphate minerals sulfur,s sulphur v treat with sulphur in order to preserve sulfur sultan n the ruler of a Muslim country (especially of the former Ottoman Empire) sultana n pale yellow seedless grape used for raisins and wine sultana n dried seedless grape sultanate n country or territory ruled by a sultan sultry adj sexually exciting or gratifying sensual sultry adj characterized by oppressive heat and humidity stifling,sulfurous sum n a quantity of money amount sum n a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers amount,total sum n the final aggregate summation sum n the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience kernel,substance,core,center,centre,essence,gist,heart sum v be a summary of summarize sum v determine the sum of total,tot,summate,add,tally sumac n wood of a sumac sumac n a shrub or tree of the genus Rhus (usually limited to the non-poisonous members of the genus) sumatra n a mountainous island in western Indonesia sumatran n a native or inhabitant of Sumatra sumatran adj of or relating to the island of Sumatra or its inhabitants sumer n an area in the southern region of Babylonia in present-day Iraq; site of the Sumerian civilization of city-states that flowered during the t sumerian n a member of a people who inhabited ancient Sumer sumerian adj of or relating to ancient Sumer or its inhabitants summarily adv without delay; in a summary manner summarize v give a summary (of) resume summarize v be a summary of sum summary n a brief statement that presents the main points in a concise form summary adj performed speedily and without formality drumhead summary adj briefly giving the gist of something compact,succinct summate v determine the sum of total,tot,sum,add,tally summate v form or constitute a cumulative effect summation n a concluding summary (as in presenting a case before a law court) rundown summation n (physiology) the process whereby multiple stimuli can produce a response (in a muscle or nerve or other part) that one stimulus alone does n summation n the final aggregate sum summation n the arithmetic operation of summing; calculating the sum of two or more numbers addition,plus summer n the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox summertime summer n the period of finest development, happiness, or beauty summer v spend the summer summertime n the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox summer summit n the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development acme,height,elevation,peak,pinnacle,superlative,meridian,top summit n the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) peak,crown,crest,top,tip summit n a meeting of heads of governments summit v reach the summit (of a mountain) breast summon v call in an official matter, such as to attend court summons,cite summon v ask to come summon v cause to become available for use, either literally or figuratively summon v gather or bring together muster,rally summoning n calling up supposed supernatural forces by spells and incantations evocation summons n a request to be present bidding summons n an order to appear in person at a given place and time summons n a writ issued by authority of law; usually compels the defendant's attendance in a civil suit; failure to appear results in a default judgme process summons v call in an official matter, such as to attend court summon,cite sumner n United States sociologist (1840-1910) sumo n a Japanese form of wrestling; you lose if you are forced out of a small ring or if any part of your body (other than your feet) touches the sump n an oil reservoir in an internal combustion engine sump n a well or other hole in which water has collected sump n a covered cistern; waste water and sewage flow into it cesspool,sink sumpter n an animal (such as a mule or burro or horse) used to carry loads sumptuous adj ostentatiously rich and superior in quality deluxe,gilded,grand,luxurious,opulent,princely,lush sun n the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system sun n the rays of the sun sunlight,sunshine sun n a person considered as a source of warmth or energy or glory etc sun n any star around which a planetary system revolves sun v expose one's body to the sun sunbathe sun v expose to the rays of the sun or affect by exposure to the sun sunbathe v expose one's body to the sun sun sunbeam n a ray of sunlight sunburn n a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the rays of the sun tan,suntan,burn sunburn n redness of the skin caused by exposure to the rays of the sun sunburn v get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun burn sunburned adj suffering from overexposure to direct sunlight sunburnt sunburnt adj suffering from overexposure to direct sunlight sunburned sunchoke n sunflower tuber eaten raw or boiled or sliced thin and fried as Saratoga chips sundae n ice cream served with a topping sunday n first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians sun sunday n United States evangelist (1862-1935) sunder v break apart or in two, using violence sunderland n a port and industrial city in northeastern England sundial n timepiece that indicates the daylight hours by the shadow that the gnomon casts on a calibrated dial sundown n the time in the evening at which the sun begins to fall below the horizon sunset sundress n a light loose sleeveless summer dress with a wide neckline and thin shoulder straps that expose the arms and shoulders sundry adj consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds assorted,miscellaneous,mixed,motley sunfish n the lean flesh of any of numerous American perch-like fishes of the family Centrarchidae sunfish n among the largest bony fish; pelagic fish having an oval compressed body with high dorsal and anal fins and caudal fin reduced to a rudder-l mola sunfish n small carnivorous freshwater percoid fishes of North America usually having a laterally compressed body and metallic luster: crappies; black sunflower n any plant of the genus Helianthus having large flower heads with dark disk florets and showy yellow rays sung n the imperial dynasty of China from 960 to 1279; noted for art and literature and philosophy song sunglass n a convex lens that focuses the rays of the sun; used to start a fire sunglasses n (plural) spectacles that are darkened or polarized to protect the eyes from the glare of the sun shades sunhat n a hat with a broad brim that protects the face from direct exposure to the sun sunk adj doomed to extinction ruined,undone sunken adj having a sunken area recessed sunlight n the rays of the sun sunshine,sun sunlit adj lighted by sunlight sunni n a member of the branch of Islam that accepts the first four caliphs as rightful successors to Muhammad sunnite sunni n one of the two main branches of orthodox Islam sunnite n a member of the branch of Islam that accepts the first four caliphs as rightful successors to Muhammad sunni sunny adj bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer cheery,gay sunporch n a room enclosed largely with glass and affording exposure to the sun sunroom,solarium sunrise n the first light of day dawn,dawning,morning,aurora,daybreak,sunup sunset sunrise n atmospheric phenomena accompanying the daily appearance of the sun sunrise n the daily event of the sun rising above the horizon sunrise adj of an industry or technology; new and developing sunroof n an automobile roof having a sliding or raisable panel sunroom n a room enclosed largely with glass and affording exposure to the sun sunporch,solarium sunscreen n a cream spread on the skin; contains a chemical (as PABA) to filter out ultraviolet light and so protect from sunburn sunset n the time in the evening at which the sun begins to fall below the horizon sundown sunrise sunset n atmospheric phenomena accompanying the daily disappearance of the sun sunset n the daily event of the sun sinking below the horizon sunset adj of a declining industry or technology sunset adj providing for termination sunshade n a canopy made of canvas to shelter people or things from rain or sun awning sunshade n a handheld collapsible source of shade parasol sunshine n the rays of the sun sunlight,sun sunshine n moderate weather; suitable for outdoor activities sunshine n the quality of being cheerful and dispelling gloom cheerfulness,cheer sunspot n a cooler darker spot appearing periodically on the sun's photosphere; associated with a strong magnetic field macula sunstroke n sudden prostration due to exposure to the sun or excessive heat suntan n a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the rays of the sun tan,sunburn,burn suntan v get a tan from being exposed to the sun sunup n the first light of day dawn,dawning,morning,aurora,daybreak,sunrise sup n a small amount of liquid food swallow sup v take solid or liquid food into the mouth a little at a time either by drinking or by eating with a spoon super n a caretaker for an apartment house; represents the owner as janitor and rent collector superintendent super adj of the highest quality ace,crack,tops super adj including more than a specified category super adj extremely large super adv to an extreme degree extremely,exceedingly,deathly superabundant adj most excessively abundant superb adj of surpassing excellence brilliant superb adj surpassingly good superbly adv (used as an intensifier) extremely well wonderfully,wondrous,terrifically,marvelously supercargo n an officer on a merchant ship in charge of the cargo and its sale and purchase supercharge v increase or raise boost,advance supercharge v increase the pressure on a gas or liquid pressurize supercharged adj (of e.g. an engine) having the power increased by fitting with a supercharger supercharged adj fraught with great emotion charged supercilious adj having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy disdainful,haughty,imperious,lordly,overbearing,sniffy,swaggering supercilious adj expressive of contempt sneering,snide supercomputer n a mainframe computer that is one of the most powerful available at a given time superconductivity n the disappearance of electrical resistance at very low temperatures superego n (psychoanalysis) that part of the unconscious mind that acts as a conscience superfamily n (biology) a taxonomic group ranking below an order but above a family superficial adj concerned with or comprehending only what is apparent or obvious; not deep or penetrating emotionally or intellectually profound superficial adj of, affecting, or being on or near the surface superficial adj of little substance or significance trivial superficial adj occurring on or near the surface of the skin superficially adv in a superficial manner superfluous adj serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being otiose,pointless,purposeless,senseless,wasted superfluous adj more than is needed, desired, or required excess,extra,redundant,spare,surplus supergiant n an extremely bright star of very large diameter and low density superhighway n a broad highway designed for high-speed traffic expressway,freeway,pike superhighway n an extensive electronic network (such as the internet) used for the rapid transfer of sound and video and graphics in digital form superhuman adj above or beyond the human or demanding more than human power or endurance subhuman superimpose v place on top of superpose superimposed adj placed on or over something else overlying superimposed adj with one layer on top of another layered superintend v watch and direct oversee,supervise,manage superintendent n a person who directs and manages an organization overseer superintendent n a caretaker for an apartment house; represents the owner as janitor and rent collector super superior n one of greater rank or station or quality inferior superior n the head of a religious community superior n a combatant who is able to defeat rivals victor,master superior n the largest freshwater lake in the world; the deepest of the Great Lakes superior adj of high or superior quality or performance inferior superior adj of or characteristic of high rank or importance inferior superior adj (sometimes followed by `to') not subject to or influenced by superior adj written or printed above and to one side of another character superiority n the quality of being superior inferiority superiority n the quality of being at a competitive advantage superiority n displaying a sense of being better than others superiority n the state of excelling or surpassing or going beyond usual limits transcendence superlative n an exaggerated expression (usually of praise) superlative n the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development acme,height,elevation,peak,pinnacle,summit,meridian,top superlative n the superlative form of an adjective or adverb superlative adj highest in quality greatest,sterling superman n a person with great powers and abilities demigod superman n street name for lysergic acid diethylamide acid,dose,dot,elvis,pane,zen supermarket n a large self-service grocery store selling groceries and dairy products and household goods supermodel n a fashion model who has attained the status of a celebrity supernal adj being or coming from on high infernal supernal adj of heaven or the spirit celestial,ethereal supernatural n supernatural forces and events and beings collectively occult supernatural adj not existing in nature or subject to explanation according to natural laws; not physical or material natural supernaturalism n a belief in forces beyond ordinary human understanding supernaturalism n the quality of being attributed to power that seems to violate or go beyond natural forces supernormal adj beyond the range of the normal or scientifically explainable supernormal adj exceeding the normal or average supernova n a star that explodes and becomes extremely luminous in the process superoxide n a metallic oxide containing the univalent anion O2- superoxide n the univalent anion O2- superpose v place (one geometric figure) upon another so that their perimeters coincide superpose v place on top of superimpose superposition n (geology) the deposition of one geological stratum on another superposition n (geology) the principle that in a series of stratified sedimentary rocks the lowest stratum is the oldest superposition n (geometry) the placement of one object ideally in the position of another one in order to show that the two coincide superposition n the placement of one thing on top of another superpower n a state powerful enough to influence events throughout the world power supersede v take the place or move into the position of supplant,replace supersession n act of replacing one person or thing by another especially one held to be superior supersonic adj (of speed) greater than the speed of sound in a given medium (especially air) sonic supersonic adj having frequencies above those of audible sound ultrasonic superstar n someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field ace,adept,champion,sensation,virtuoso,genius,hotshot,star superstition n an irrational belief arising from ignorance or fear superstitious adj showing ignorance of the laws of nature and faith in magic or chance superstructure n structure consisting of the part of a ship above the main deck supervise v watch and direct oversee,superintend,manage supervise v keep tabs on; keep an eye on; keep under surveillance monitor supervised adj under observation or under the direction of a superintendent or overseer unsupervised supervising n management by overseeing the performance or operation of a person or group supervision,oversight supervision n management by overseeing the performance or operation of a person or group supervising,oversight supervisor n one who supervises or has charge and direction of supervisor n a program that controls the execution of other programs supervisory adj of or limited to or involving supervision supine adj lying face upward supine adj passive as a result of indolence or indifference supper n a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime supper n a social gathering where a light evening meal is served supplant v take the place or move into the position of replace,supersede supplanting n act of taking the place of another especially using underhanded tactics displacement supple v make pliant and flexible supple adj gracefully thin and bending and moving with ease lissom,lithe,lithesome,sinuous supple adj (used of e.g. personality traits) readily adaptable limber supple adj (used of persons' bodies) capable of moving or bending freely limber supplement n textual matter that is added onto a publication; usually at the end addendum,postscript supplement n a quantity added (e.g. to make up for a deficiency) supplement n a supplementary component that improves capability accessory supplement v add as a supplement to what seems insufficient supplement v serve as a supplement to supplement v add to the very end append,affix supplemental adj functioning in a supporting capacity auxiliary,subsidiary,supplementary supplemental adj added to complete or make up a deficiency supplementary supplementary adj functioning in a supporting capacity auxiliary,subsidiary,supplemental supplementary adj added to complete or make up a deficiency supplemental supplicant n someone who prays to God prayer supplicant n one praying humbly for something petitioner,requester supplicant adj humbly entreating supplicate v ask humbly (for something) supplicate v make a humble, earnest petition supplicate v ask for humbly or earnestly, as in prayer supplier n someone whose business is to supply a particular service or commodity provider supply n an amount of something available for use supply n offering goods and services for sale demand supply n the activity of supplying or providing something provision,supplying supply v give something useful or necessary to provide,render,furnish supply v circulate or distribute or equip with issue supply v give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance provide,ply,cater supply v state or say further add,append supplying n the activity of supplying or providing something provision,supply support n the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities support n aiding the cause or policy or interests of support n something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest support n a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its miss reinforcement support v give moral or psychological support, aid, or courage to support v support materially or financially support v be behind; approve of back,endorse support v be the physical support of; carry the weight of hold,sustain supportable adj capable of being borne though unpleasant bearable,sufferable supported adj sustained or maintained by aid (as distinct from physical support) unsupported supported adj held up or having the weight borne especially from below unsupported supporter n a person who backs a politician or a team etc. protagonist,champion,admirer,booster,friend supporter n someone who supports or champions something patron,sponsor supporter n a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose assistant,helper,help supporter n a band (usually elastic) worn around the leg to hold up a stocking (or around the arm to hold up a sleeve) garter supporting n the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening support supporting adj furnishing support and encouragement encouraging supporting adj capable of bearing a structural load supportive adj furnishing support or assistance supposal n a hypothesis that is taken for granted assumption,supposition supposal n the cognitive process of supposing supposition suppose v express a supposition say suppose v expect, believe, or suppose think,opine,imagine,reckon,guess suppose v to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds speculate,theorize,conjecture,hypothesize suppose v take for granted or as a given; suppose beforehand presuppose supposed adj required or under orders supposed adj mistakenly believed supposed adj doubtful or suspect alleged supposed adj based primarily on surmise rather than adequate evidence hypothetical supposedly adv believed or reputed to be the case supposition n a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence guess,conjecture,surmise,speculation,hypothesis supposition n a hypothesis that is taken for granted assumption,supposal supposition n the cognitive process of supposing supposal suppository n a small plug of medication designed for insertion into the rectum or vagina where it melts suppress v bring under control by force or authority subdue,conquer suppress v come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority oppress,crush suppress v consciously restrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior inhibit suppress v put out of one's consciousness repress suppressed adj kept from public knowledge by various means publicized suppressed adj manifesting or subjected to suppression suppressed adj held in check with difficulty smothered,stifled,strangled suppression n the failure to develop some part or organ suppression n the act of withholding or withdrawing some book or writing from publication or circulation curtailment suppression n forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority crushing,quelling,stifling suppression n (psychology) the conscious exclusion of unacceptable thoughts or desires inhibition suppressor n someone who suppresses suppressor n a gene that suppresses the phenotypic expression of another gene (especially of a mutant gene) suppressor n an electrical device for suppressing unwanted currents supranational adj transcending established national boundaries or spheres of interest supremacy n power to dominate or defeat domination,mastery supreme adj final or last in your life or progress supreme adj greatest in status or authority or power sovereign supreme adj highest in excellence or achievement supreme adj greatest or maximal in degree; extreme sublime supremely adv to the maximum degree supremo n the most important person in an organization sur n a port in southern Lebanon on the Mediterranean Sea; formerly a major Phoenician seaport famous for silks tyre sura n one of the sections (or chapters) in the Koran sura n the muscular back part of the shank calf surcease n a stopping cessation surcharge n an additional charge (as for items previously omitted or as a penalty for failure to exercise common caution or common skill) surcharge v charge an extra fee, as for a special service surcharge v rip off; ask an unreasonable price overcharge,soak,gazump,fleece,plume,pluck,rob,hook surcharge v fill to capacity with people surcharge v print a new denomination on a stamp or a banknote surcoat n a loose outer coat usually of rich material surcoat n a tunic worn over a knight's armor surd n a consonant produced without sound from the vocal cords surd adj produced without vibration of the vocal cords voiceless,hard sure adj having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured certain unsure sure adj exercising or taking care great enough to bring assurance certain sure adj certain to occur; destined or inevitable certain sure adj physically secure or dependable sure adv definitely or positively (`sure' is sometimes used informally for `surely') surely,certainly surely adv definitely or positively (`sure' is sometimes used informally for `surely') certainly,sure sureness n freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities assurance,confidence,authority sureness n the quality of being steady and unfailing surety n something clearly established surety n property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation security surety n a prisoner who is held by one party to insure that another party will meet specified terms hostage surety n one who provides a warrant or guarantee to another guarantor surf n waves breaking on the shore breaker,breakers surf v ride the waves of the sea with a surfboard surfboard surf v look around casually and randomly, without seeking anything in particular browse surf v switch channels, on television surface n the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary surface n the extended two-dimensional outer boundary of a three-dimensional object surface n the outermost level of the land or sea surface n a superficial aspect as opposed to the real nature of something surface v come to the surface rise surface v put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface coat surface v appear or become visible; make a showing surface adj on the surface subsurface,overhead surfacing n emerging to the surface and becoming apparent surfactant n a chemical agent capable of reducing the surface tension of a liquid in which it is dissolved wetter surfboard n a narrow buoyant board for riding surf surfboard v ride the waves of the sea with a surfboard surf surfeit n the state of being more than full excess,overabundance surfeit n the quality of being so overabundant that prices fall glut,oversupply surfeit n eating until excessively full surfeit v supply or feed to surfeit cloy surfeit v indulge (one's appetite) to satiety surfer n someone who engages in surfboarding surficial adj pertaining to or occurring on or near the earth's surface surfing n the sport of riding a surfboard toward the shore on the crest of a wave surge n a sudden forceful flow rush,spate,upsurge surge n a sudden or abrupt strong increase upsurge surge n a large sea wave billow surge v rise and move, as in waves or billows billow,heave surge v rise rapidly soar,zoom surge v rise or move forward tide surge v rise or heave upward under the influence of a natural force such as a wave surgeon n a physician who specializes in surgery surgery n the branch of medical science that treats disease or injury by operative procedures surgery n a room where a doctor or dentist can be consulted surgery n a room in a hospital equipped for the performance of surgical operations or surgery n a medical procedure involving an incision with instruments; performed to repair damage or arrest disease in a living body operation surgical adj of or relating to or involving or used in surgery nonsurgical surgical adj relating to or requiring or amenable to treatment by surgery especially as opposed to medicine operative medical surgical adj performed with great precision surgically adv in a surgical manner; by means of surgery surging adj characterized by great swelling waves or surges billowing surinam n a republic in northeastern South America on the Atlantic; achieved independence from the Netherlands in 1975 surly adj inclined to anger or bad feelings with overtones of menace ugly surmise n a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence guess,conjecture,supposition,speculation,hypothesis surmise v infer from incomplete evidence surmise v imagine to be the case or true or probable suspect surmount v get on top of; deal with successfully overcome,subdue,master surmount v be on top of surmount v reach the highest point of scale surmount v be or do something to a greater degree surpass,outstrip,outmatch,outgo,exceed,outdo,outperform surmounted adj having something on top surmullet n brightly colored tropical fishes with chin barbels surname n the name used to identify the members of a family (as distinguished from each member's given name) surpass v distinguish oneself excel surpass v be or do something to a greater degree outstrip,outmatch,outgo,exceed,outdo,surmount,outperform surpass v move past pass surpass v be greater in scope or size than some standard exceed,transcend surpassing adj exceeding or surpassing usual limits especially in excellence transcendent surpassing adj far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree exceeding,exceptional,olympian,prodigious surplice n a loose-fitting white ecclesiastical vestment with wide sleeves surplus n a quantity much larger than is needed excess surplus adj more than is needed, desired, or required excess,extra,redundant,spare,superfluous surprisal n the act of surprising someone surprise surprise n the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you surprise n a sudden unexpected event surprise n the act of surprising someone surprisal surprise v cause to be surprised surprise v come upon or take unawares surprise v attack by storm; attack suddenly storm surprised adj taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment surprising adj causing surprise or wonder or amazement unsurprising surprisingly adv in a surprising manner surprisingly adv in an amazing manner; to everyone's surprise amazingly,astonishingly surreal adj characterized by fantastic imagery and incongruous juxtapositions surrealistic surreal adj resembling a dream dreamlike surrealism n a 20th century movement of artists and writers (developing out of dadaism) who used fantastic images and incongruous juxtapositions in order surrealistic adj characterized by fantastic imagery and incongruous juxtapositions surreal surrebuttal n (law) a pleading by the plaintiff in reply to the defendant's rebutter surrender n acceptance of despair resignation surrender n a verbal act of admitting defeat yielding surrender n the delivery of a principal into lawful custody surrender n the act of surrendering (usually under agreed conditions) capitulation,fall surrender v give up or agree to forgo to the power or possession of another resist surrender v relinquish possession or control over cede,deliver surreptitious adj marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed furtive,sneak,sneaky,stealthy surreptitious adj conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods clandestine,secret,undercover,underground surreptitiously adv in a surreptitious manner surrey n a county in southeastern England on the Thames surrey n a light four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage; has two or four seats surrogate n someone who takes the place of another person alternate,replacement surrogate n a person appointed to represent or act on behalf of others deputy surrogate adj providing or receiving nurture or parental care though not related by blood or legal ties foster surround n the area in which something exists or lives environment,environs,surroundings surround v extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle ring,skirt,border surround v envelop completely smother surround v surround so as to force to give up besiege,beleaguer,circumvent surround v surround with a wall in order to fortify wall,palisade,fence surrounded adj confined on all sides encircled surrounding adj closely encircling encompassing surroundings n the environmental condition milieu surroundings n the area in which something exists or lives environment,environs,surround surtax n an additional tax on certain kinds of income that has already been taxed surtax v levy an extra tax on surtitle n translation of the words of a foreign opera (or choral work) projected on a screen above the stage surveillance n close observation of a person or group (usually by the police) survey n a detailed critical inspection study survey n short descriptive summary (of events) sketch,resume survey n the act of looking or seeing or observing view,sight survey v consider in a comprehensive way appraise survey v look over carefully or inspect survey v keep under surveillance follow survey v hold a review (of troops) review surveying n the practice of measuring angles and distances on the ground so that they can be accurately plotted on a map surveyor n an engineer who determines the boundaries and elevations of land or structures surveyor n someone who conducts a statistical survey survival n a state of surviving; remaining alive endurance survival n a natural process resulting in the evolution of organisms best adapted to the environment selection survival n something that survives survivalist n someone who tries to insure their personal survival or the survival of their group or nation survive v continue to live and avoid dying last,live,go,endure survive v continue in existence after (an adversity, etc.) succumb survive v support oneself exist,live,subsist survive v live longer than outlive,outlast surviving adj still in existence living survivor n one who lives through affliction survivor n one who outlives another survivor n an animal that survives in spite of adversity sus n type genus of the Suidae susanna n an Apocryphal book consisting of text added to the Book of Daniel susceptibility n the state of being susceptible; easily affected susceptible adj (often followed by `of' or `to') yielding readily to or capable of susceptible adj easily impressed emotionally sushi n rice (with raw fish) wrapped in seaweed suspect n someone who is under suspicion suspect n a person or institution against whom an action is brought in a court of law; the person being sued or accused defendant suspect v imagine to be the case or true or probable surmise suspect v regard as untrustworthy; regard with suspicion; have no faith or confidence in distrust,mistrust suspect v hold in suspicion; believe to be guilty suspect adj not as expected fishy,funny,shady,suspicious suspected adj believed likely unsuspected suspend v hang freely suspend v cause to be held in suspension in a fluid suspend v bar temporarily; from school, office, etc. suspend v stop a process or a habit by imposing a freeze on it freeze suspended adj (of undissolved particles in a fluid) supported or kept from sinking or falling by buoyancy and without apparent attachment suspender n elastic straps that hold trousers up (usually used in the plural) brace,gallus suspense n apprehension about what is going to happen suspense n an uncertain cognitive state suspense n excited anticipation of an approaching climax suspenseful adj (of a situation) characterized by or causing suspense suspensive suspension n a mixture in which fine particles are suspended in a fluid where they are supported by buoyancy suspension n a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something pause,intermission,break,interruption suspension n temporary cessation or suspension abeyance suspension n an interruption in the intensity or amount of something respite,reprieve,hiatus,abatement suspensive adj (of a situation) characterized by or causing suspense suspenseful suspensive adj undecided or characterized by indecisiveness suspicion n an impression that something might be the case intuition,hunch suspicion n doubt about someone's honesty misgiving,mistrust,distrust suspicion n the state of being suspected suspicion n being of a suspicious nature suspicious adj openly distrustful and unwilling to confide leery,mistrustful,wary suspicious adj not as expected fishy,funny,shady,suspect suspiciously adv with suspicion suspire v heave or utter a sigh; breathe deeply and heavily sigh suspire v draw air into, and expel out of, the lungs breathe susquehanna n a river in the northeastern United States that rises in New York and flows southward through Pennsylvania and Maryland into Chesapeake Bay sussex n a county in southern England on the English Channel; formerly an Anglo-Saxon kingdom that was captured by Wessex in the 9th century sustain v lengthen or extend in duration or space prolong sustain v undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) suffer,have,get sustain v provide with nourishment nourish,nurture sustain v supply with necessities and support keep,maintain sustainability n the property of being sustainable sustainable adj capable of being sustained sustained adj maintained at length without interruption or weakening sustained adj (of an electric arc) continuous sustenance n a source of materials to nourish the body nourishment,nutrition,victuals sustenance n the financial means whereby one lives support,keep,livelihood,living sustenance n the act of sustaining life by food or providing a means of subsistence maintenance,upkeep susurrus n the indistinct sound of people whispering sutherland n Australian operatic soprano (born in 1926) sutler n a supplier of victuals or supplies to an army sutra n a rule or aphorism in Sanskrit literature or a group of aphoristic doctrinal summaries prepared for memorization suture n an immovable joint (especially between the bones of the skull) suture n a seam used in surgery suture n thread of catgut or silk or wire used by surgeons to stitch tissues together suture v join with a suture suturing n surgical joining of two surfaces suv n a high-performance four-wheel drive car built on a truck chassis suzerain n a state exercising a degree of dominion over a dependent state especially in its foreign affairs svelte adj being of delicate or slender build slender,slight,slim svengali n someone (usually maleficent) who tries to persuade or force another person to do his bidding svengali n the musician in a novel by George du Maurier who controls Trilby's singing hypnotically swab n implement consisting of a small piece of cotton that is used to apply medication or cleanse a wound or obtain a specimen of a secretion swab n cleaning implement consisting of absorbent material fastened to a handle; for cleaning floors mop swab v wash with a swab or a mop swab v apply (usually a liquid) to a surface dab swad n a bunch swaddle v wrap in swaddling clothes swathe swag n valuable goods swag n goods or money obtained illegally loot,booty,pillage,plunder,prize swag n a bundle containing the personal belongings of a swagman swag v droop, sink, or settle from or as if from pressure or loss of tautness sag,droop,flag swag v walk as if unable to control one's movements stagger,reel,keel,lurch,careen swag v sway heavily or unsteadily swage n a tool used to thicken or spread metal (the end of a bar or a rivet etc.) by forging or hammering or swaging upset swage v form metals with a swage upset swagger n an itinerant Australian laborer who carries his personal belongings in a bundle as he travels around in search of work swagger n a proud stiff pompous gait strut,prance swagger v to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others ruffle,prance,strut,sashay,cock swagger v discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate browbeat,bully swagger v act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner bluster,swash swagger adj (British informal) very chic groovy swaggering adj having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy disdainful,haughty,imperious,lordly,overbearing,sniffy,supercilious swaggering adj flamboyantly adventurous swashbuckling swahili n the most widely spoken Bantu languages; the official language of Kenya and Tanzania and widely used as a lingua franca in east and central A swain n a man who is the lover of a man or woman boyfriend,fellow,beau swainsona n a genus of Australian herbs and subshrubs: darling peas swale n a low area (especially a marshy area between ridges) swallow n a small amount of liquid food sup swallow n the act of swallowing drink swallow n small long-winged songbird noted for swift graceful flight and the regularity of its migrations swallow v pass through the esophagus as part of eating or drinking swallow v engulf and destroy swallow v enclose or envelop completely, as if by swallowing immerse,bury swallow v utter indistinctly swami n a Hindu religious teacher; used as a title of respect swamp n low land that is seasonally flooded; has more woody plants than a marsh and better drainage than a bog swamp n a situation fraught with difficulties and imponderables swamp v drench or submerge or be drenched or submerged drench swamp v fill quickly beyond capacity; as with a liquid deluge,flood,inundate swamphen n any of various small aquatic birds of the genus Gallinula distinguished from rails by a frontal shield and a resemblance to domestic hens swampy adj (of soil) soft and watery marshy,mucky,muddy,sloppy,soggy,squashy,waterlogged swan n stately heavy-bodied aquatic bird with very long neck and usually white plumage as adult swan v to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true affirm,verify,assert,avow,aver,swear swan v move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment roll,wander,stray,tramp,roam,cast,ramble,rove swan v sweep majestically swank n elegance by virtue of being fashionable chic,chichi,smartness swank v display proudly; act ostentatiously or pretentiously flaunt,flash,ostentate swank adj imposingly fashionable and elegant swanky swanky adj imposingly fashionable and elegant swank swansea n a port city in southern Wales on an inlet of the Bristol Channel swanson n United States actress in many silent films (1899-1983) swap n an equal exchange barter,swop,trade swap v exchange or give (something) in exchange for trade,swop,switch swap v move (a piece of a program) into memory, in computer science sward n surface layer of ground containing a mat of grass and grass roots turf,sod swarm n a moving crowd drove,horde swarm n a group of many things in the air or on the ground cloud swarm v be teeming, be abuzz teem swarm v move in large numbers pour,stream,teem swart adj naturally having skin of a dark color dusky,swarthy swarthy adj naturally having skin of a dark color dusky,swart swash n the movement or sound of water swash v make violent, noisy movements swash v dash a liquid upon or against spatter,splatter,plash,splash,splosh swash v show off boast,tout,brag,gas,blow,bluster,vaunt swash v act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner swagger,bluster swashbuckling n flamboyantly reckless and boastful behavior swashbuckling adj flamboyantly adventurous swaggering swastika n the official emblem of the Nazi Party and the Third Reich; a cross with the arms bent at right angles in a clockwise direction swat n a sharp blow swat v hit swiftly with a violent blow swatch n a sample piece of cloth swath n the space created by the swing of a scythe or the cut of a mowing machine swath n a path or strip (as cut by one course of mowing) belt swathe n an enveloping bandage wrapping swathe v wrap in swaddling clothes swaddle sway n controlling influence sway n pitching dangerously to one side rock,careen,tilt sway v move back and forth or sideways rock,shake sway v move or walk in a swinging or swaying manner swing sway v win approval or support for carry,persuade sway v cause to move back and forth rock swazi n a member of a southeast African people living in Swaziland and adjacent areas swazi n a Bantu language closely related to Zulu swazi adj of or relating to or characteristic of Swaziland or its people or their language swaziland n a landlocked monarchy in southeastern Africa; member of the commonwealth that achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1968 swear v utter obscenities or profanities curse,cuss,blaspheme swear v to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true affirm,verify,assert,avow,aver,swan swear v promise solemnly; take an oath swear v make a deposition; declare under oath depose swearing n profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger curse,expletive,oath,cuss swearing n a commitment to tell the truth (especially in a court of law); to lie under oath is to become subject to prosecution for perjury oath sweat n salty fluid secreted by sweat glands perspiration sweat n agitation resulting from active worry fret,stew,lather,swither sweat n condensation of moisture on a cold surface sweat n use of physical or mental energy; hard work effort,exertion,travail sweat v excrete perspiration through the pores in the skin perspire sweater n a crocheted or knitted garment covering the upper part of the body jumper sweater n a person who perspires sweating n the process of the sweat glands of the skin secreting a salty fluid perspiration sweatpants n loose-fitting trousers with elastic cuffs; worn by athletes sweats n garment consisting of sweat pants and a sweatshirt sweatshirt n cotton knit pullover with long sleeves worn during athletic activity sweatshop n factory where workers do piecework for poor pay and are prevented from forming unions; common in the clothing industry swede n a native or inhabitant of Sweden swede n a cruciferous plant with a thick bulbous edible yellow root rutabaga swede n the large yellow root of a rutabaga plant used as food rutabaga sweden n a Scandinavian kingdom in the eastern part of the Scandinavian Peninsula swedish n a Scandinavian language that is the official language of Sweden and one of two official languages of Finland swedish adj of or relating to or characteristic of Sweden or its people or culture or language sweep n a wide scope expanse sweep n someone who cleans soot from chimneys sweep n winning all or all but one of the tricks in bridge slam sweep n a long oar used in an open boat sweep v sweep across or over brush sweep v move with sweeping, effortless, gliding motions sail sweep v sweep with a broom or as if with a broom broom sweep v force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action embroil,tangle,drag sweeper n an employee who sweeps (floors or streets etc.) sweeper n a cleaning implement with revolving brushes that pick up dirt as the implement is pushed over a carpet sweeper n little-known nocturnal fish of warm shallow seas with an oblong compressed body sweeping n the act of cleaning with a broom sweeping adj taking in or moving over (or as if over) a wide area; often used in combination sweeping adj ignoring distinctions wholesale sweepstakes n a lottery in which the prize consists of the money paid by the participants sweet n English phonetician; one of the founders of modern phonetics (1845-1912) sweet n a dish served as the last course of a meal dessert sweet n a food rich in sugar confection sweet n the taste experience when sugar dissolves in the mouth sweetness sweet adj having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar sour sweet adj having a sweet nature befitting an angel or cherub angelic,cherubic sweet adj pleasing to the ear dulcet,honeyed sweet adj pleasing to the senses sweet adv in an affectionate or loving manner (`sweet' is sometimes a poetic or informal variant of `sweetly') sweetly sweetbread n edible glands of an animal sweeten v make sweeter in taste sour sweeten v make sweeter, more pleasant, or more agreeable sweetened adj with sweetening added sugared,sweet sweetener n something added to foods to make them taste sweeter sweetening sweetener n anything that serves as an enticement bait,hook,lure sweetening n something added to foods to make them taste sweeter sweetener sweetening n an improvement that makes something more agreeable enhancement sweetening n the act of adding a sweetener to food sweetheart n a person loved by another person sweetie,steady,truelove sweetheart n any well-liked individual sweetheart n a very attractive or seductive looking woman smasher,stunner,knockout,beauty,peach,lulu,looker,dish sweetheart adj privileged treatment of a favored person or corporation (sometimes unethically) sweetie n a person loved by another person sweetheart,steady,truelove sweetish adj somewhat sweet sweetly adv in an affectionate or loving manner (`sweet' is sometimes a poetic or informal variant of `sweetly') sweet sweetmeat n a sweetened delicacy (as a preserve or pastry) sweetness n the taste experience when sugar dissolves in the mouth sweet sweetness n the property of tasting as if it contains sugar sweet sweetness n a pleasingly sweet olfactory property bouquet,fragrance,redolence sweetness n the quality of giving pleasure swell n the undulating movement of the surface of the open sea swell n a rounded elevation (especially one on an ocean floor) swell n a crescendo followed by a decrescendo swell n a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance dandy,dude,fop,gallant,sheik,beau,clotheshorse swell v increase in size, magnitude, number, or intensity swell v become filled with pride, arrogance, or anger swell v expand abnormally swell v come up (as of feelings and thoughts, or other ephemeral things) swell adj very good bully,corking,cracking,dandy,great,groovy,keen,neat swelled adj feeling self-importance big,vainglorious swelling n an abnormal protuberance or localized enlargement lump swelling n something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings bulge,bump,hump,jut,prominence,protuberance,protrusion,extrusion swelling n the increase in volume of certain substances when they are heated (often accompanied by release of water) swelter v be uncomfortably hot swelter v suffer from intense heat sweltering adj excessively hot and humid or marked by sweating and faintness sweltry sweltry adj excessively hot and humid or marked by sweating and faintness sweltering swept adj possessing sweep swerve n the act of turning aside suddenly veering swerve n an erratic deflection from an intended course yaw swerve v turn sharply; change direction abruptly sheer,curve,trend,veer,slue,slew,cut swift n United States meat-packer who began the use of refrigerated railroad cars (1839-1903) swift n an English satirist born in Ireland (1667-1745) swift n a small bird that resembles a swallow and is noted for its rapid flight swift n common western lizard; seen on logs or rocks swift adj moving very fast fleet swiftly adv in a swift manner swiftness n a rate (usually rapid) at which something happens speed,fastness swig n a large and hurried swallow gulp,draft,draught swig v strike heavily, especially with the fist or a bat slug,slog swig v to swallow hurriedly or greedily or in one draught gulp,quaff swill n wet feed (especially for pigs) consisting of mostly kitchen waste mixed with water or skimmed or sour milk slop swill v feed pigs slop swill v drink large quantities of (liquid, especially alcoholic drink) swilling n the drinking of large mouthfuls rapidly gulping,guzzling swim n the act of swimming swimming swim v travel through water swim v be afloat either on or below a liquid surface and not sink to the bottom float swim v be dizzy or giddy swim v be covered with or submerged in a liquid drown swimmer n a trained athlete who participates in swimming meets swimmer n a person who travels through the water by swimming bather swimming n the act of swimming swim swimming adj filled or brimming with tears liquid swimming adj applied to a fish depicted horizontally swimsuit n tight fitting garment worn for swimming swindle n the act of swindling by some fraudulent scheme cheat,rig swindle v deprive of by deceit victimize,rook,diddle,defraud,scam,mulct,con swindler n a person who swindles you by means of deception or fraud gouger,scammer,grifter swine n stout-bodied short-legged omnivorous animals swing n a state of steady vigorous action that is characteristic of an activity swing n mechanical device used as a plaything to support someone swinging back and forth swing n a sweeping blow or stroke swing n changing location by moving back and forth swinging,vacillation swing v move in a curve or arc, usually with the intent of hitting swing v move or walk in a swinging or swaying manner sway swing v change direction with a swinging motion; turn swing v influence decisively swinge v burn superficially or lightly singe swinger n someone who swings sports implements swinger n a person who engages freely in promiscuous sex tramp swinging n changing location by moving back and forth swing,vacillation swinging adj characterized by a buoyant rhythm lilting,tripping swipe n a sweeping stroke or blow swipe v strike with a swiping motion swipe v make off with belongings of others pilfer,cabbage,purloin,pinch,abstract,snarf,hook,sneak swirl n the shape of something rotating rapidly whirl,vortex,convolution swirl v turn in a twisting or spinning motion twirl,twiddle,whirl swirl v flow in a circular current, of liquids eddy,purl,whirlpool,whirl swish n a brushing or rustling sound swish v move with or cause to move with a whistling or hissing sound lap,swoosh swish adj elegant and fashionable classy,posh swiss n the natives or inhabitants of Switzerland swiss adj of or relating to Switzerland or its people or culture switch n control consisting of a mechanical or electrical or electronic device for making or breaking or changing the connections in a circuit switch n an event in which one thing is substituted for another substitution,permutation,replacement switch n hairpiece consisting of a tress of false hair; used by women to give shape to a coiffure switch n railroad track having two movable rails and necessary connections; used to turn a train from one track to another or to store rolling stock switch v change over, change around, as to a new order or sequence exchange switch v exchange or give (something) in exchange for trade,swap,swop switch v lay aside, abandon, or leave for another shift,change switch v make a shift in or exchange of shift switchblade n a pocketknife with a blade that springs open at the press of a button switchboard n telephone central where circuits are completed with patchcords switcher n a person who administers punishment by wielding a switch or whip switcheroo n a sudden unexpected switch switching n the act of changing one thing or position for another switch,shift swither n agitation resulting from active worry fret,stew,sweat,lather switzerland n a landlocked federal republic in central Europe swivel n a coupling (as in a chain) that has one end that turns on a headed pin swivel v turn on a pivot pivot swizzle n any of various tall frothy mixed drinks made usually of rum and lime juice and sugar shaken with ice swollen adj characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance conceited,egotistical,vain swoon n a spontaneous loss of consciousness caused by insufficient blood to the brain faint,syncope swoon v pass out from weakness, physical or emotional distress due to a loss of blood supply to the brain faint,conk swooning adj weak and likely to lose consciousness faint,light,lightheaded swoop n (music) rapid sliding up or down the musical scale slide swoop n a very rapid raid swoop n a swift descent through the air swoop v move down on as if in an attack pounce swoop v move with a sweep, or in a swooping arc swoop v seize or catch with a swooping motion swoosh n the noise produced by the sudden rush of a fluid (a gas or liquid) whoosh swoosh v move with or cause to move with a whistling or hissing sound lap,swish swop n an equal exchange barter,swap,trade swop v exchange or give (something) in exchange for trade,swap,switch sword n a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard blade,brand,steel swordfish n flesh of swordfish usually served as steaks swordfish n large toothless marine food fish with a long swordlike upper jaw; not completely cold-blooded i.e. they are able to warm their brains and ey swordlike adj shaped like a sword blade swordplay n the act using a sword (or other weapon) vigorously and skillfully play swordsman n someone skilled at fencing fencer sworn adj bound by or as if by an oath pledged sworn adj bound by or stated on oath swot n an insignificant student who is ridiculed as being affected or boringly studious grind,nerd,dweeb swot v study intensively, as before an exam cram,drum,bone sycamore n variably colored and sometimes variegated hard tough elastic wood of a sycamore tree sycamore n any of several trees of the genus Platanus having thin pale bark that scales off in small plates and lobed leaves and ball-shaped heads of f sycamore n Eurasian maple tree with pale grey bark that peels in flakes like that of a sycamore tree; leaves with five ovate lobes yellow in autumn sycamore n thick-branched wide-spreading tree of Africa and adjacent southwestern Asia often buttressed with branches rising from near the ground; prod sycophant n a person who tries to please someone in order to gain a personal advantage toady,crawler,lackey sycophantic adj attempting to win favor from influential people by flattery fawning,obsequious sycophantic adj attempting to win favor by flattery fawning sydney n the largest Australian city located in southeastern Australia on the Tasman Sea; state capital of New South Wales; Australia's chief port syllabic adj of or relating to syllables syllabic adj consisting of or using a syllabary syllabic adj (of verse) having lines based on number of syllables rather than on rhythmical arrangement of stresses or quantities quantitative syllabic adj consisting of a syllable or syllables syllable n a unit of spoken language larger than a phoneme syllabus n an integrated course of academic studies program,programme,curriculum sylph n a slender graceful young woman sylph n an elemental being believed to inhabit the air sylva n the forest trees growing in a country or region silva sylvan n a spirit that lives in or frequents the woods sylvan adj relating to or characteristic of wooded regions sylvite n a mineral consisting of native potassium chloride; an important ore of potassium that is found in sedimentary beds symbiosis n the relation between two different species of organisms that are interdependent; each gains benefits from the other mutualism symbiotic adj used of organisms (especially of different species) living together but not necessarily in a relation beneficial to each symbol n an arbitrary sign (written or printed) that has acquired a conventional significance symbol n something visible that by association or convention represents something else that is invisible symbolic adj relating to or using or proceeding by means of symbols symbolic adj serving as a visible symbol for something abstract emblematic symbolic adj using symbolism symbolically adv in a symbolic manner symbolically adv by means of symbols symbolism n a system of symbols and symbolic representations symbolism n the practice of investing things with symbolic meaning symbolism n an artistic movement in the late 19th century that tried to express abstract or mystical ideas through the symbolic use of images symbolize v express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol typify,represent symbolize v represent or identify by using a symbol; use symbols symbolizing n the act of representing something with a symbol symmetric adj having similarity in size, shape, and relative position of corresponding parts symmetrical symmetrical adj having similarity in size, shape, and relative position of corresponding parts symmetric asymmetrical symmetrical adj exhibiting equivalence or correspondence among constituents of an entity or between different entities harmonious,proportionate symmetrically adv in a symmetrical manner symmetry n (mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane correspondence,balance asymmetry symmetry n balance among the parts of something proportion symmetry n (physics) the property of being isotropic; having the same value when measured in different directions sympathetic adj of or relating to the sympathetic nervous system sympathetic adj expressing or feeling or resulting from sympathy or compassion or friendly fellow feelings; disposed toward unsympathetic sympathetic adj showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity charitable,benevolent,kindly sympathetic adj (of characters in literature or drama) evoking empathic or sympathetic feelings appealing,likeable,likable unsympathetic sympathetically adv with respect to the sympathetic nervous system sympathetically adv in a sympathetic manner sympathize v share the feelings of; understand the sentiments of sympathize v be understanding of empathize,understand sympathize v to feel or express sympathy or compassion commiserate sympathizer n a person who commiserates with someone who has had misfortune comforter sympathizer n someone who shares your feelings or opinions and hopes that you will be successful sympathy n an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion understanding sympathy n sharing the feelings of others (especially feelings of sorrow or anguish) sympathy n a relation of affinity or harmony between people; whatever affects one correspondingly affects the other symphonic adj relating to or characteristic or suggestive of a symphony symphonic adj harmonious in sound symphony n a long and complex sonata for symphony orchestra symphony n a large orchestra; can perform symphonies philharmonic symposium n a meeting or conference for the public discussion of some topic especially one in which the participants form an audience and make presentat symptom n (medicine) any sensation or change in bodily function that is experienced by a patient and is associated with a particular disease symptom n anything that accompanies X and is regarded as an indication of X's existence symptomatic adj characteristic or indicative of a disease diagnostic symptomatic adj relating to or according to or affecting a symptom or symptoms synagogue n (Judaism) the place of worship for a Jewish congregation temple,tabernacle synapse n the junction between two neurons (axon-to-dendrite) or between a neuron and a muscle synaptic adj (neuroscience) of or involving synapses sync v make synchronous and adjust in time or manner synchronize synchro n a system consisting of a generator and a motor so connected that the motor will assume the same relative position as the generator; the gene synchronic adj occurring or existing at the same time or having the same period or phase synchronous synchronic adj concerned with phenomena (especially language) at a particular period without considering historical antecedents diachronic synchronic adj (of taxa) occurring in the same period of geological time synchronicity n the relation that exists when things occur at the same time synchronization,synchronizing synchronization n the relation that exists when things occur at the same time synchronicity,synchronizing synchronization n an adjustment that causes something to occur or recur in unison synchronizing synchronization n coordinating by causing to indicate the same time synchronizing synchronize v make synchronous and adjust in time or manner sync synchronize v happen at the same time synchronize v make (motion picture sound) exactly simultaneous with the action synchronize v arrange or represent events so that they co-occur synchronized adj operating in unison synchronizing n the relation that exists when things occur at the same time synchronicity,synchronization synchronizing n an adjustment that causes something to occur or recur in unison synchronization synchronizing n coordinating by causing to indicate the same time synchronization synchronous adj occurring or existing at the same time or having the same period or phase synchronic asynchronous synchronous adj (digital communication) pertaining to a transmission technique that requires a common clock signal (a timing reference) between the communic asynchronous synchrotron n cyclotron in which the electric field is maintained at a constant frequency syncopate v omit a sound or letter in a word syncopate v modify the rhythm by stressing or accenting a weak beat syncopated adj stressing a normally weak beat syncopation n (phonology) the loss of sounds from within a word (as in `fo'c'sle' for `forecastle') syncope syncopation n a musical rhythm accenting a normally weak beat syncopation n music (especially dance music) that has a syncopated rhythm syncope n a spontaneous loss of consciousness caused by insufficient blood to the brain faint,swoon syncope n (phonology) the loss of sounds from within a word (as in `fo'c'sle' for `forecastle') syncopation syndicate n a loose affiliation of gangsters in charge of organized criminal activities mob,family syndicate n an association of companies for some definite purpose consortium,pool syndicate n a news agency that sells features or articles or photographs etc. to newspapers for simultaneous publication syndicate v join together into a syndicate syndicate v organize into or form a syndicate syndicate v sell articles, television programs, or photos to several publications or independent broadcasting stations syndication n organizing into or administering as a syndicate syndication n selling (an article or cartoon) for publication in many magazines or newspapers at the same time syndicator n a businessman who forms a syndicate syndrome n a complex of concurrent things syndrome n a pattern of symptoms indicative of some disease synergetic adj working together; used especially of groups, as subsidiaries of a corporation, cooperating for an enhanced effect synergistic synergism n the working together of two things (muscles or drugs for example) to produce an effect greater than the sum of their individual effects synergy synergism n the theological doctrine that salvation results from the interaction of human will and divine grace synergistic adj used especially of drugs or muscles that work together so the total effect is greater than the sum of the two (or more) interactive antagonistic synergistic adj of or relating to the theological doctrine of synergism synergistic adj working together; used especially of groups, as subsidiaries of a corporation, cooperating for an enhanced effect synergetic synergy n the working together of two things (muscles or drugs for example) to produce an effect greater than the sum of their individual effects synergism synod n a council convened to discuss ecclesiastical business synonym n two words that can be interchanged in a context are said to be synonymous relative to that context synonymous adj (of words) meaning the same or nearly the same synonymously adv in a synonymous manner synopsis n a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory outline,abstract,precis synoptic adj presenting a summary or general view of a whole synoptic adj presenting or taking the same point of view; used especially with regard to the first three gospels of the New Testament synoptics n the first three Gospels which describe events in Christ's life from a similar point of view syntactic adj of or relating to or conforming to the rules of syntax syntax n the grammatical arrangement of words in sentences syntax n a systematic orderly arrangement syntax n studies of the rules for forming admissible sentences synthesis n the process of producing a chemical compound (usually by the union of simpler chemical compounds) synthesis n the combination of ideas into a complex whole analysis synthesis n reasoning from the general to the particular (or from cause to effect) deduction synthesize v combine so as to form a more complex, product analyze synthesize v combine and form a synthesis synthesizer n an intellectual who synthesizes or uses synthetic methods synthesizer n (music) an electronic instrument (usually played with a keyboard) that generates and modifies sounds electronically and can imitate a variet synthetic n a compound made artificially by chemical reactions synthetic adj not of natural origin; prepared or made artificially synthetic adj involving or of the nature of synthesis (combining separate elements to form a coherent whole) as opposed to analysis analytic synthetic adj systematic combining of root and modifying elements into single words analytic synthetic adj of a proposition whose truth value is determined by observation or facts analytic synthetically adv by synthesis; in a synthetic manner syphilis n a common venereal disease caused by the treponema pallidum spirochete; symptoms change through progressive stages; can be congenital (transm pox syracuse n a city in central New York syracuse n a city in southeastern Sicily that was founded by Corinthians in the 8th century BC syracuse n the Roman siege of Syracuse (214-212 BC) was eventually won by the Romans who sacked the city (killing Archimedes) syracuse n the Athenian siege of Syracuse (415-413 BC) was eventually won by Syracuse syria n an Asian republic in the Middle East at the east end of the Mediterranean; site of some of the world's most ancient centers of civilization syrian n a native or inhabitant of Syria syrian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Syria or its people or culture syringe n a medical instrument used to inject or withdraw fluids syringe v spray or irrigate (a body part) with a syringe syrup n a thick sweet sticky liquid system n instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity system n a group of independent but interrelated elements comprising a unified whole scheme system n (physical chemistry) a sample of matter in which substances in different phases are in equilibrium system n a complex of methods or rules governing behavior systematic adj characterized by order and planning systematic adj of or relating to taxonomy systematically adv in a systematic or consistent manner consistently systematics n the science of systematic classification systemic adj affecting an entire system systolic adj of or relating to a systole or happening during a systole szechuan n a populous province of south central China sichuan t n a base found in DNA (but not in RNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine thymine t n one of the four nucleotides used in building DNA; all four nucleotides have a common phosphate group and a sugar (ribose) t n a unit of weight equivalent to 1000 kilograms mt,tonne t n the 20th letter of the Roman alphabet ta n a hard grey lustrous metallic element that is highly resistant to corrosion; occurs in niobite and fergusonite and tantalite tantalum tab n the bill in a restaurant check,chit tab n sensationalist journalism tabloid tab n the key on a typewriter or a word processor that causes a tabulation tab n a short strip of material attached to or projecting from something in order to facilitate opening or identifying or handling it tabard n a short sleeveless outer tunic emblazoned with a coat of arms; worn by a knight over his armor or by a herald tabasco n a Mexican state on the Gulf of Campeche tabasco n very spicy sauce (trade name Tabasco) made from fully-aged red peppers tabasco n very hot red peppers; usually long and thin; some very small tabby n a cat with a grey or tawny coat mottled with black tabby n female cat queen tabby adj having a grey or brown streak or a pattern or a patchy coloring; used especially of the patterned fur of cats brindled tabernacle n the Mormon temple tabernacle n (Judaism) a portable sanctuary in which the Jews carried the Ark of the Covenant on their exodus tabernacle n (Judaism) the place of worship for a Jewish congregation synagogue,temple tablature n a musical notation indicating the fingering to be used table n a set of data arranged in rows and columns table n a piece of furniture having a smooth flat top that is usually supported by one or more vertical legs table n a piece of furniture with tableware for a meal laid out on it table n flat tableland with steep edges mesa table v hold back to a later time postpone,prorogue,shelve,defer,remit table v arrange or enter in tabular form tabulate tableau n a group of people attractively arranged (as if in a painting) tableau n any dramatic scene tablecloth n a covering spread over a dining table tablespoon n as much as a tablespoon will hold tablespoon n a spoon larger than a dessert spoon; used for serving tablet n a slab of stone or wood suitable for bearing an inscription tablet n a number of sheets of paper fastened together along one edge pad tablet n a small flat compressed cake of some substance tablet n a dose of medicine in the form of a small pellet pill,lozenge,tab tableware n articles for use at the table (dishes and silverware and glassware) tabloid n sensationalist journalism tab tabloid n newspaper with half-size pages rag,sheet taboo n a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred n taboo n an inhibition or ban resulting from social custom or emotional aversion taboo v declare as sacred and forbidden taboo adj excluded from use or mention forbidden,out,prohibited,proscribed taboo adj forbidden to profane use especially in South Pacific islands tabor n a small drum with one head of soft calfskin tabulate v arrange or enter in tabular form table tabulate v shape or cut with a flat surface tabulation n information set out in tabular form tabulation n the act of putting into tabular form tach n measuring instrument for indicating speed of rotation tachometer tachometer n measuring instrument for indicating speed of rotation tach tachycardia n abnormally rapid heartbeat (over 100 beats per minute) tacit adj implied by or inferred from actions or statements silent,understood tacitly adv in a tacit manner; by unexpressed agreement taciturn adj habitually reserved and uncommunicative voluble tack n the heading or position of a vessel relative to the trim of its sails tack n a short nail with a sharp point and a large head tack n gear for a horse tack n (nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind sheet,mainsheet,shroud tack v fasten with tacks tack v turn into the wind tack v create by putting components or members together assemble,piece tack v sew together loosely, with large stitches baste tacker n a worker who fastens things by tacking them (as with tacks or by spotwelding) tacker n a sewer who fastens a garment with long loose stitches baster tacker n a hand-held machine for driving staples home tacking n a loose temporary sewing stitch to hold layers of fabric together baste,basting tacking n (nautical) the act of changing tack tack tackle n the person who plays that position on a football team tackle n gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails rigging tackle n gear used in fishing rig tackle n (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage tackle v accept as a challenge undertake tackle v put a harness harness tackle v seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball tacky adj (of a glutinous liquid such as paint) not completely dried and slightly sticky to the touch tacky adj tastelessly showy brassy,cheap,flash,flashy,garish,gaudy,loud,tatty taco n (ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Mexican descent greaser taco n a tortilla rolled cupped around a filling tacoma n a city in west central Washington on an arm of Puget Sound to the south of Seattle tact n consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense tactful adj having or showing a sense of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others tactless tactful adj showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people tactfully adv showing tact or tactfulness; in a tactful manner tactic n a plan for attaining a particular goal tactics,maneuver,manoeuvre tactical adj of or pertaining to tactic or tactics tactically adv with regard to tactics tactician n a person who is skilled at planning tactics tactics n the branch of military science dealing with detailed maneuvers to achieve objectives set by strategy tactics n a plan for attaining a particular goal tactic,maneuver,manoeuvre tactile adj of or relating to or proceeding from the sense of touch haptic tactile adj producing a sensation of touch tactless adj lacking or showing a lack of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others tactful tactless adj revealing lack of perceptiveness or judgment or finesse inept tad n a slight amount or degree of difference shade tadpole n a larval frog or toad taekwondo n a Korean martial art similar to karate tael n a unit of weight used in east Asia approximately equal to 1.3 ounces taffeta n a crisp smooth lustrous fabric taffy n chewy candy of sugar or syrup boiled until thick and pulled until glossy taft n United States sculptor (1860-1936) taft n 27th President of the United States and later chief justice of the United States Supreme Court (1857-1930) tag n a label written or printed on paper, cardboard, or plastic that is attached to something to indicate its owner, nature, price, etc. ticket tag n a label associated with something for the purpose of identification tag n a small piece of cloth or paper rag,shred,tatter tag n a game in which one child chases the others; the one who is caught becomes the next chaser tag v attach a tag or label to label,mark tag v touch a player while he is holding the ball tag v provide with a name or nickname tag v go after with the intent to catch chase,trail,tail,dog,track tagalog n a member of a people native to the Philippines chiefly inhabiting central Luzon around and including Manila tagalog n the language of the Tagalog on which Filipino is based tagged adj bearing or marked with a label or tag labeled,labelled tagger n someone who assigns labels to the grammatical constituents of textual matter tagger n someone who appends or joins one thing to another tagger n a computer program that attaches labels to the grammatical constituents of textual matter tagus n a European river; flows into the North Atlantic tahiti n an island in the south Pacific; the most important island in French Polynesia; made famous by Robert Louis Stevenson and Paul Gauguin tahitian n a native or inhabitant of Tahiti tahitian n the Oceanic language spoken on Tahiti tahitian adj of or relating to or characteristic of the island of Tahiti or its residents or their language and culture tai n a native or inhabitant of Thailand thai,siamese tai n the most widespread and best known of the Kadai family of languages tai adj of or relating to or characteristic of Thailand or its people thai,siamese tai adj of or relating to the languages of the Thai people thai,siamese tai adj of or relating to Thailand thai,siamese taichung n a city in Taiwan tail n the posterior part of the body of a vertebrate especially when elongated and extending beyond the trunk or main part of the body tail n the time of the last part of something tail n any projection that resembles the tail of an animal tail n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,bum,buns,can,fundament tail v go after with the intent to catch chase,trail,tag,dog,track tail v remove or shorten the tail of an animal dock,bob tail v remove the stalk of fruits or berries tailback n (American football) the person who plays tailback tailback n (American football) the position of the offensive back on a football team who lines up farthest from the line of scrimmage tailcoat n formalwear consisting of full evening dress for men tails tailed adj having a tail of a specified kind; often used in combination tailgate n a gate at the rear of a vehicle; can be lowered for loading tailgate v follow at a dangerously close distance tailing n the act of following someone secretly shadowing tailor n a person whose occupation is making and altering garments seamster,sartor tailor v adjust to a specific need or market orient tailor v style and tailor in a certain fashion cut tailor v create (clothes) with cloth sew tailored adj severely simple in line or design trim tailored adj (of clothing) custom-made bespoke tailoring n the occupation of a tailor tailpiece n appendage added to extend the length of something tailpipe n a pipe carrying fumes from the muffler to the rear of a car tails n formalwear consisting of full evening dress for men tailcoat tailspin n loss of emotional control often resulting in emotional collapse tailspin n rapid descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral spin tailwind n wind blowing in the same direction as the path of a ship or aircraft taint n the state of being contaminated contamination taint v place under suspicion or cast doubt upon defile,sully,corrupt,cloud taint v contaminate with a disease or microorganism infect tainted adj touched by rot or decay corrupt taipei n the capital of Nationalist China; located in northern Taiwan taiwan n a government on the island of Taiwan established in 1949 by Chiang Kai-shek after the conquest of mainland China by the Communists led by Ma china taiwan n an island in southeastern Asia 100 miles off the coast of mainland China in the South China Sea taiwanese n a native or inhabitant of Taiwan taiwanese n any of the forms of Chinese spoken in Fukien province min,amoy taiwanese adj of or relating to or characteristic of the island republic on Taiwan or its residents or their language chinese tajik n a native or inhabitant of Tajikistan and neighboring areas of Uzbekistan and Afghanistan and China tajik n a landlocked mountainous republic in southeast central Asia to the north of Afghanistan; formerly an Asian soviet tajik n an ethnic group (mostly Moslem) living in Tajikistan and neighboring areas of Uzbekistan and Afghanistan and China tajik n the Iranian language of the Tajik that is closely related to Farsi; spoken in Iran and Tajikistan taka n the basic unit of money in Bangladesh; equal to 100 paisa take n the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property return,issue,takings,proceeds,yield,payoff take n the act of photographing a scene or part of a scene without interruption take v carry out take v require (time or space) occupy take v take somebody somewhere lead,direct,conduct,guide take v get into one's hands, take physically takeaway n prepared food that is intended to be eaten off of the premises takeout takeaway n a concession made by a labor union to a company that is trying to lower its expenditures takeaway n the act of taking the ball or puck away from the team on the offense (as by the interception of a pass) taken adj understood in a certain way; made sense of interpreted taken adj be affected with an indisposition takeoff n a departure; especially of airplanes takeoff n the initial ascent of an airplane as it becomes airborne takeoff n a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way parody,lampoon,spoof,mockery,burlesque,travesty takeoff n humorous or satirical mimicry parody,mockery takeout n prepared food that is intended to be eaten off of the premises takeaway takeout n (bridge) a bid that asks your partner to bid another suit takeout adj of or involving food to be taken and eaten off the premises takeover n a sudden and decisive change of government illegally or by force coup takeover n a change by sale or merger in the controlling interest of a corporation taker n one who accepts an offer taker n one who takes a bet or wager taking n the act of someone who picks up or takes something pickings taking adj very attractive; capturing interest fetching,winning takings n the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property return,issue,take,proceeds,yield,payoff talaria n a winged sandal (as worn by Hermes in Graeco-Roman art) talbot n English inventor and pioneer in photography who published the first book illustrated with photographs (1800-1877) talc n a fine grained mineral having a soft soapy feel and consisting of hydrated magnesium silicate; used in a variety of products including talcu talcum talc v apply talcum powder to (one's body) talcum n a fine grained mineral having a soft soapy feel and consisting of hydrated magnesium silicate; used in a variety of products including talcu talc talcum n a toilet powder made of purified talc and usually scented; absorbs excess moisture tale n a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or t narrative,narration,story tale n a trivial lie fib,story talent n natural abilities or qualities endowment,gift talent n a person who possesses unusual innate ability in some field or activity talented adj endowed with talent or talents gifted taliban n a fundamentalist Islamic militia; in 1995 the Taliban militia took over Afghanistan and in 1996 took Kabul and set up an Islamic government talisman n a trinket or piece of jewelry usually hung about the neck and thought to be a magical protection against evil or disease amulet talk n an exchange of ideas via conversation talking talk n discussion; (`talk about' is a less formal alternative for `discussion of') talk n the act of giving a talk to an audience talk n a speech that is open to the public lecture talk v exchange thoughts; talk with speak talk v express in speech speak,utter,mouth,verbalize talk v use language speak talk v reveal information spill talkative adj full of trivial conversation chatty,gabby,garrulous,loquacious,talky talkative adj unwisely talking too much talkative adj friendly and open and willing to talk expansive talker n someone who expresses in language; someone who talks (especially someone who delivers a public speech or someone especially garrulous) speaker talkie n a movie with synchronized speech and singing talking n an exchange of ideas via conversation talk talks n a discussion intended to produce an agreement negotiation,dialogue talky adj full of trivial conversation chatty,gabby,garrulous,loquacious,talkative tall n a garment size for a tall person tall adj great in vertical dimension; high in stature short tall adj lofty in style grandiloquent tall adj impressively difficult tall adj too improbable to admit of belief improbable,marvelous,marvellous tallahassee n capital of the state of Florida; located in northern Florida tallinn n a port city on the Gulf of Finland that is the capital and largest city of Estonia tallow n obtained from suet and used in making soap, candles and lubricants tally n a score in baseball made by a runner touching all four bases safely run tally n a bill for an amount due reckoning tally n the act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order count,counting,enumeration,reckoning tally v be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics match,fit,correspond,check,jibe,gibe,agree tally v gain points in a game score,hit tally v keep score, as in games tally v determine the sum of total,tot,sum,summate,add talmud n the collection of ancient rabbinic writings on Jewish law and tradition (the Mishna and the Gemara) that constitute the basis of religious a talon n a sharp hooked claw especially on a bird of prey talus n a sloping mass of loose rocks at the base of a cliff scree talus n the bone in the ankle that articulates with the leg bones to form the ankle joint anklebone tam n a woolen cap of Scottish origin tammy tamale n a city in northern Ghana tamale n dough stuffed with a meat mixture and sometimes wrapped in corn husks and steamed tamarin n small South American marmoset with silky fur and long nonprehensile tail tamarind n long-lived tropical evergreen tree with a spreading crown and feathery evergreen foliage and fragrant flowers yielding hard yellowish wood a tamarind n large tropical seed pod with very tangy pulp that is eaten fresh or cooked with rice and fish or preserved for curries and chutneys tamarisk n any shrub or small tree of the genus Tamarix having small scalelike or needle-shaped leaves and feathery racemes of small white or pinkish f tambourine n a shallow drum with a single drumhead and with metallic disks in the sides tame v correct by punishment or discipline chasten,subdue tame v make less strong or intense; soften moderate tame v adapt (a wild plant or unclaimed land) to the environment domesticate,cultivate,naturalize tame v overcome the wildness of; make docile and tractable domesticate,reclaim tame adj flat and uninspiring tame adj very restrained or quiet wild tame adj brought from wildness into a domesticated state tamed wild tame adj very docile meek tameable adj capable of being tamed tamed adj brought from wildness into a domesticated state tame tamed adj brought from wildness tamely adv in a tame manner tamer n an animal trainer who tames wild animals tamerlane n Mongolian ruler of Samarkand who led his nomadic hordes to conquer an area from Turkey to Mongolia (1336-1405) timur tamil n a member of the mixed Dravidian and Caucasian people of southern India and Sri Lanka tamil n the Dravidian language spoken since prehistoric times by the Tamil in southern India and Sri Lanka tamil adj of or relating to a speaker of the Tamil language or the language itself tammany n a political organization within the Democratic Party in New York City (late 1800's and early 1900's) seeking political control by corruption tammy n plain-woven (often glazed) fabric of wool or wool and cotton used especially formerly for linings and garments and curtains tammy n a woolen cap of Scottish origin tam tamp n a tool for tamping (e.g., for tamping tobacco into a pipe bowl or a charge into a drill hole etc.) tamper tamp v press down tightly pack tampa n a resort city in western Florida; located on Tampa Bay on the Gulf of Mexico tamper n a tool for tamping (e.g., for tamping tobacco into a pipe bowl or a charge into a drill hole etc.) tamp tamper v play around with or alter or falsify, usually secretively or dishonestly fiddle,monkey tamper v intrude in other people's affairs or business; interfere unwantedly meddle tampering n the act of altering something secretly or improperly meddling tampon n plug of cotton or other absorbent material; inserted into wound or body cavity to absorb exuded fluids (especially blood) tampon v plug with a tampon tamponade n blockage or closure (as of a wound or body cavity) by (or as if by) a tampon (especially to stop bleeding) tan n a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the rays of the sun suntan,sunburn,burn tan n a light brown the color of topaz topaz tan n ratio of the opposite to the adjacent side of a right-angled triangle tangent tan v treat skins and hides with tannic acid so as to convert them into leather tan v get a tan, from wind or sun bronze tan adj of a light yellowish-brown color tanager n any of numerous New World woodland birds having brightly colored males tanbark n bark rich in tannin; bruised and cut in pieces to use for tanning; spent tanbark used as a ground covering tandem n an arrangement of two or more objects or persons one behind another tandem n a bicycle with two sets of pedals and two seats tandem adv one behind the other tandy n United States actress (born in England) who made many stage appearances, often with her husband Hume Cronyn (1909-1994) tang n a tart spicy quality nip,zest tang n the imperial dynasty of China from 618 to 907 tang n the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth relish,flavor,savor,savour,smack,nip tang n a common rockweed used in preparing kelp and as manure tangelo n hybrid between grapefruit and mandarin orange; cultivated especially in Florida tangelo n large sweet juicy hybrid between tangerine and grapefruit having a thick wrinkled skin tangent n a straight line or plane that touches a curve or curved surface at a point but does not intersect it at that point tangent n ratio of the opposite to the adjacent side of a right-angled triangle tan tangential adj of superficial relevance if any tangential adj of or relating to or acting along or in the direction of a tangent tangentially adv peripherally tangerine n a variety of mandarin orange tangerine n any of various deep orange mandarins grown in the United States and southern Africa tangerine n a reddish to vivid orange color tangerine adj of a strong reddish orange color tangible adj perceptible by the senses especially the sense of touch touchable intangible tangible adj capable of being treated as fact real tangible adj (of especially business assets) having physical substance and intrinsic monetary value intangible tangible adj capable of being perceived; especially capable of being handled or touched or felt palpable tangibly adv in a tangible manner tangier n a city of northern Morocco at the west end of the Strait of Gibraltar tangiers tangiers n a city of northern Morocco at the west end of the Strait of Gibraltar tangier tangle n a twisted and tangled mass that is highly interwoven tangle n something jumbled or confused snarl,maze tangle v force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action embroil,sweep,drag tangle v tangle or complicate ravel,knot tangle v disarrange or rumple; dishevel tousle,dishevel tangle v twist together or entwine into a confusing mass entangle,mat,snarl tangled adj in a confused mass tangled adj highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious byzantine,convoluted,involved,knotty,tortuous tango n a ballroom dance of Latin-American origin tango n music written in duple time for dancing the tango tango v dance a tango tangram n a Chinese puzzle consisting of a square divided into seven pieces that must be arranged to match particular designs tangshan n an industrial city of northeastern China in Hebei province tangy adj tasting sour like a lemon tart tank n an enclosed armored military vehicle; has a cannon and moves on caterpillar treads tank n a large (usually metallic) vessel for holding gases or liquids tank n as much as a tank will hold tank n a freight car that transports liquids or gases in bulk tank v store in a tank by causing (something) to flow into it tank v consume excessive amounts of alcohol tank v treat in a tank tankard n large drinking vessel with one handle tanker n a cargo ship designed to carry crude oil in bulk oiler tanker n a soldier who drives a tank tanned adj (of skin) having a tan color from exposure to the sun bronzed tanned adj converted to leather by a tanning agent tanner n a small coin of the United Kingdom worth six pennies; not minted since 1970 tanner n a craftsman who tans skins and hides tannic adj derived from tannin tanning n process in which skin pigmentation darkens as a result of exposure to ultraviolet light tanning n beating with a whip or strap or rope as a form of punishment whipping,flogging,lashing tanning n making leather from rawhide tannoy n a loudspeaker tanoan n a family of North American Indian language spoken in southwestern United States tansy n common perennial aromatic herb native to Eurasia having buttonlike yellow flower heads and bitter-tasting pinnate leaves sometimes used medi tantalize v harass with persistent criticism or carping tease,razz,rag,cod,bait,taunt,twit,rally tantalizing adj arousing desire or expectation for something unattainable or mockingly out of reach tantalizing adj very pleasantly inviting tempting tantalizingly adv in a tantalizing manner tantalum n a hard grey lustrous metallic element that is highly resistant to corrosion; occurs in niobite and fergusonite and tantalite ta tantalus n (Greek mythology) a wicked king and son of Zeus; condemned in Hades to stand in water that receded when he tried to drink and beneath fruit tantamount adj being essentially equal to something equivalent tantra n any of a fairly recent class of Hindu or Buddhist religious literature concerned with ritual acts of body and speech and mind tantra n doctrine of enlightenment as the realization of the oneness of one's self and the visible world; combines elements of Hinduism and paganism tantric adj of or relating to Tantrism tantrum n a display of bad temper fit,scene,conniption tanzania n a republic in eastern Africa tao n an adherent of any branch of Taoism taoist tao n the ultimate principle of the universe taoism n a Chinese sect claiming to follow the teaching of Lao-tzu but incorporating pantheism and sorcery in addition to Taoism taoism n religion adhering to the teaching of Lao-tzu taoism n popular Chinese philosophical system based in teachings of Lao-tzu but characterized by a pantheism of many gods and the practices of alchem taoism n philosophical system developed by Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu advocating a simple honest life and noninterference with the course of natural even taoist n an adherent of any branch of Taoism tao taoist adj of or relating to the popular Chinese religious system based on the teachings of Lao-tzu but including a pantheon of gods along with divinat taoist adj of or relating to the philosophical system developed by Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu advocating a simple honest life taos n a member of the Pueblo people living in northern New Mexico taos n an artist colony in northern New Mexico tap n the sound made by a gentle blow pat,rap tap n a gentle blow rap,strike tap n a faucet for drawing water from a pipe or cask hydrant tap n a small metal plate that attaches to the toe or heel of a shoe (as in tap dancing) tap v cut a female screw thread with a tap tap v draw from or dip into to get something tap v strike lightly tip tap v draw from; make good use of exploit tapa n the thin fibrous bark of the paper mulberry and Pipturus albidus tapa n a paperlike cloth made in the South Pacific by pounding tapa bark tape n a long thin piece of cloth or paper as used for binding or fastening tape n a recording made on magnetic tape taping tape n the finishing line for a foot race tape n measuring instrument consisting of a narrow strip (cloth or metal) marked in inches or centimeters and used for measuring lengths tape v fasten or attach with tape tape v record on videotape videotape tape v register electronically record taped adj secured or held in place by tape taped adj recorded on tape taper n a convex shape that narrows toward a point taper n the property possessed by a shape that narrows toward a point (as a wedge or cone) taper n a loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame wick taper n stick of wax with a wick in the middle candle taper v diminish gradually taper v give a point to sharpen,point tapered adj becoming gradually narrower tapering,narrowing tapering n the act of gradually lowering the size or amount tapering adj becoming gradually narrower tapered,narrowing tapering adj gradually decreasing until little remains dwindling tapestry n something that resembles a tapestry in its intricacy tapestry n a heavy textile with a woven design; used for curtains and upholstery tapestry n a wall hanging of heavy handwoven fabric often with pictorial designs arras tapeworm n ribbonlike flatworms that are parasitic in the intestines of humans and other vertebrates taping n a recording made on magnetic tape tape tapioca n granular preparation of cassava starch used to thicken especially puddings tapir n large inoffensive chiefly nocturnal ungulate of tropical America and southeast Asia having a heavy body and fleshy snout tapotement n massage in which the body is tapped rhythmically with the fingers or with short rapid movements of the sides of the hand; used to loosen muc tapped adj in a condition for letting out liquid drawn out as by piercing or drawing a plug untapped tapper n a tavern keeper who taps kegs or casks tapper n a person who strikes a surface lightly and usually repeatedly tapper n a worker who uses a tap to cut screw threads tapper n someone who wiretaps a telephone or telegraph wire tappet n a lever that is moved in order to tap something else tapping n the sound of light blow or knock taproom n a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter barroom,bar,saloon taproot n (botany) main root of a plant growing straight downward from the stem taproot n something that provides an important central source for growth or development taps n (military) signal to turn the lights out tar n any of various dark heavy viscid substances obtained as a residue pitch tar n a man who serves as a sailor mariner,seaman,jack,seafarer,gob tar v coat with tar tara n a village in eastern Ireland (northwest of Dublin); seat of Irish kings until 6th century tarahumara n a member of the Taracahitian people of north central Mexico tarantino n United States filmmaker (born in 1963) tarantula n large southern European spider once thought to be the cause of tarantism (uncontrollable bodily movement) tarantula n large hairy tropical spider with fangs that can inflict painful but not highly venomous bites taraxacum n an asterid dicot genus of the family Compositae including dandelions tardiness n the quality or habit of not adhering to a correct or usual or expected time punctuality tardy adj after the expected or usual time; delayed belated,late tare n an adjustment made for the weight of the packaging in order to determine the net weight of the goods tare n any of several weedy vetches grown for forage tare n weedy annual grass often occurs in grainfields and other cultivated land; seeds sometimes considered poisonous darnel,cheat tare n the weight of a motor vehicle, railroad car, or aircraft without its fuel or cargo target n a reference point to shoot at mark target n a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence prey,quarry target n the location of the target that is to be hit target n sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at butt target v intend (something) to move towards a certain goal aim,place,direct,point tarheel n a native or resident of North Carolina tariff n a government tax on imports or exports duty tariff v charge a tariff tarmac n a paving material of tar and broken stone; mixed in a factory and shaped during paving tarmac n a paved surface having compressed layers of broken rocks held together with tar macadam tarmac v surface with macadam tarn n a mountain lake (especially one formed by glaciers) tarnish n discoloration of metal surface caused by oxidation tarnish v make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically stain,maculate,sully,defile taro n edible starchy tuberous root of taro plants taro n herb of the Pacific islands grown throughout the tropics for its edible root and in temperate areas as an ornamental for its large glossy le taro n tropical starchy tuberous root edda tarot n any of a set of (usually 78) cards that include 22 cards representing virtues and vices and death and fortune etc.; used for playing card ga tarp n waterproofed canvas tarpan n European wild horse extinct since the early 20th century tarpon n large silvery game fish of warm Atlantic coastal waters especially off Florida tarragon n aromatic perennial of southeastern Russia tarragon n fresh leaves (or leaves preserved in vinegar) used as seasoning tarry v be about loiter,lounge,footle,lollygag,loaf,linger,lurk tarry v leave slowly and hesitantly linger tarry adj having the characteristics of pitch or tar tarsal n any bone of the tarsus tarsal adj of or relating to or near the tarsus of the foot tarsus n the part of the foot of a vertebrate between the metatarsus and the leg; in human beings the bones of the ankle and heel collectively tart n a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money prostitute,whore,harlot,bawd,cyprian tart n a small open pie with a fruit filling tart n a pastry cup with a filling of fruit or custard and no top crust tart adj tasting sour like a lemon tangy tart adj harsh sharp tartan n a cloth having a crisscross design plaid tartar n a salt used especially in baking powder tartar n a fiercely vigilant and unpleasant woman dragon tartar n a member of the Mongolian people of central Asia who invaded Russia in the 13th century tatar tartar n an incrustation that forms on the teeth and gums calculus tartarus n a place where the wicked are punished after death gehenna tartlet n a small tart usually used as a canape tartly adv in a tart manner tartness n the taste experience when vinegar or lemon juice is taken into the mouth sour tartness n a sharp sour taste tartness n a rough and bitter manner bitterness,acrimony,jaundice tarzan n (sometimes used ironically) a man of great strength and agility (after the hero of a series of novels by Edgar Rice Burroughs) tarzan n a man raised by apes who was the hero of a series of novels by Edgar Rice Burroughs task n any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted undertaking,project,labor task n a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee job,chore task v assign a task to task v use to the limit tax taskmaster n someone who imposes hard or continuous work tasmania n an Australian state on the island of Tasmania tasmania n an island off the southeastern coast of Australia tasmanian adj of or relating to Tasmania tasse n one of two pieces of armor plate hanging from the fauld to protect the upper thighs tassel n adornment consisting of a bunch of cords fastened at one end tasseled adj fringed or adorned with tassels taste n the sensation that results when taste buds in the tongue and throat convey information about the chemical composition of a soluble stimulus taste n a strong liking preference,penchant,predilection taste n delicate discrimination (especially of aesthetic values) appreciation,discernment taste n a brief experience of something taste v have flavor; taste of something savor,savour taste v perceive by the sense of taste taste v take a sample of sample,try taste v have a distinctive or characteristic taste smack tastebud n an oval sensory end organ on the surface of the tongue tasteful adj having or showing or conforming to good taste tasteless tastefully adv with taste; in a tasteful manner tasteless adj lacking flavor tasty tasteless adj lacking aesthetic or social taste tasteful taster n someone who samples food or drink for its quality sampler tastiness n a pleasing palatability tasting n a small amount (especially of food or wine) tasting n a kind of sensing; distinguishing substances by means of the taste buds taste tasting n taking a small amount into the mouth to test its quality savoring,relishing tasty adj pleasing to the sense of taste tasteless tat n tastelessness by virtue of being cheap and vulgar cheapness,sleaze tat n a projective technique using black-and-white pictures; subjects tell a story about each picture tat v make lacework by knotting or looping intertwine tatar n a member of the Mongolian people of central Asia who invaded Russia in the 13th century tartar tatar n a member of the Turkic-speaking people living from the Volga to the Ural Mountains (the name has been attributed to many other groups) tatar n the Turkic language spoken by the Tatar living from the Volga to the Ural Mountains tate n United States poet and critic (1899-1979) tater n an edible tuber native to South America; a staple food of Ireland potato,murphy,spud tatter n a small piece of cloth or paper rag,shred,tag tattered adj worn to shreds; or wearing torn or ragged clothing tattered adj ruined or disrupted shattered tatting n needlework consisting of handmade lace made by looping and knotting a single thread on a small shuttle tatting n the act or art of making handmade lace tattle n disclosing information or giving evidence about another singing,telling tattle v speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly chatter,piffle,prate,twaddle,clack,maunder,prattle,blab tattle v divulge confidential information or secrets talk,blab,peach,babble,sing tattler n someone who gossips indiscreetly tattletale,telltale tattler n any of several long-legged shorebirds having a loud whistling cry tattletale n someone who gossips indiscreetly tattler,telltale tattoo n a drumbeat or bugle call that signals the military to return to their quarters tattoo n a design on the skin made by tattooing tattoo n the practice of making a design on the skin by pricking and staining tattoo v stain (skin) with indelible color tatty adj showing signs of wear and tear ratty,shabby tatty adj tastelessly showy brassy,cheap,flash,flashy,garish,gaudy,loud,tacky tatu n about three feet long exclusive of tail tatum n United States biochemist who discovered how genes act by regulating definite chemical events (1909-1975) tatum n United States jazz pianist who was almost completely blind; his innovations influenced many other jazz musicians (1910-1956) tau n the 19th letter of the Greek alphabet taunt n aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing twit,taunting taunt v harass with persistent criticism or carping tease,razz,rag,cod,tantalize,bait,twit,rally taunting n aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing twit,taunt taunting adj abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule derisive,jeering,mocking taupe n a greyish brown taupe adj of something having a dusky brownish grey color fuscous taurus n Venezuelan master terrorist raised by a Marxist-Leninist father; trained and worked with many terrorist groups (born in 1949) sanchez,carlos,salim taurus n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Taurus bull taurus n a zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere near Orion; between Aries and Gemini taurus n the second sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about April 20 to May 20 bull taut adj pulled or drawn tight tight taut adj subjected to great tension; stretched tight tavern n a building with a bar that is licensed to sell alcoholic drinks taw n the 23rd letter of the Hebrew alphabet taw n a large marble used for shooting in the game of marbles shooter tawdry adj tastelessly showy brassy,cheap,flash,flashy,garish,gaudy,loud,tacky tawdry adj made of inferior workmanship and materials shoddy tawney n English economist remembered for his studies of the development of capitalism (1880-1962) tawny adj of a light brown to brownish orange color; the color of tanned leather tawse n a leather strap for punishing children tax n charge against a citizen's person or property or activity for the support of government taxation tax v levy a tax on tax v set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine) assess tax v use to the limit task tax v make a charge against or accuse taxability n liability to taxation taxable adj (of goods or funds) subject to taxation nontaxable taxation n charge against a citizen's person or property or activity for the support of government tax taxation n government income due to taxation revenue taxation n the imposition of taxes; the practice of the government in levying taxes on the subjects of a state taxer n a bureaucrat who levies taxes taxi n a car driven by a person whose job is to take passengers where they want to go in exchange for money cab,hack,taxicab taxi v travel slowly taxi v ride in a taxicab cab taxicab n a car driven by a person whose job is to take passengers where they want to go in exchange for money cab,hack,taxi taxidermist n a craftsman who stuffs and mounts the skins of animals for display stuffer taxidermy n the art of mounting the skins of animals so that they have lifelike appearance taximeter n a meter in a taxi that registers the fare (based on the length of the ride) taxing adj not easily borne; wearing burdensome,onerous taxis n a locomotor response toward or away from an external stimulus by a motile (and usually simple) organism taxis n the surgical procedure of manually restoring a displaced body part taxonomy n a classification of organisms into groups based on similarities of structure or origin etc taxonomy n (biology) study of the general principles of scientific classification taxonomy n practice of classifying plants and animals according to their presumed natural relationships taxpayer n someone who pays taxes taxpaying adj not exempt from paying taxes tay n a branch of the Tai languages taylor n United States composer and music critic (1885-1966) taylor n United States film actress (born in England) who was a childhood star; as an adult she often co-starred with Richard Burton (born in 1932) taylor n 12th President of the United States; died in office (1784-1850) tayra n long-tailed arboreal mustelid of Central America and South America tb n a metallic element of the rare earth group; used in lasers; occurs in apatite and monazite and xenotime and ytterbite tb n infection transmitted by inhalation or ingestion of tubercle bacilli and manifested in fever and small lesions (usually in the lungs but in tuberculosis tb n a unit of information equal to 1000 gigabits or 10^12 (1,000,000,000,000) bits tb n a unit of information equal to 1000 gigabytes or 10^12 (1,000,000,000,000) bytes tchaikovsky n important Russian composer whose works are noted for their expressive melodies (1840-1893) tchotchke n (Yiddish) an attractive, unconventional woman tsatske tchotchke n (Yiddish) an inexpensive showy trinket tsatske te n a brittle silver-white metalloid element that is related to selenium and sulfur; it is used in alloys and as a semiconductor; occurs mainly tellurium te n the syllable naming the seventh (subtonic) note of any musical scale in solmization ti,si tea n a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water tea n a light midafternoon meal of tea and sandwiches or cakes tea n a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree extensively cultivated in e.g. China and Japan and India; source of tea leaves tea n a reception or party at which tea is served teach n an English pirate who operated in the Caribbean and off the Atlantic coast of North America (died in 1718) thatch,blackbeard teach v impart skills or knowledge to learn,instruct teach v accustom gradually to some action or attitude teachable adj ready and willing to be taught docile teacher n a person whose occupation is teaching instructor teacher n a personified abstraction that teaches teaching n the profession of a teacher instruction,pedagogy teaching n a doctrine that is taught precept,commandment teaching n the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill education,instruction,pedagogy teacup n as much as a teacup will hold teacup n a cup from which tea is drunk teahouse n a restaurant where tea and light meals are available tearoom teak n hard strong durable yellowish-brown wood of teak trees; resistant to insects and to warping; used for furniture and in shipbuilding teakwood teak n tall East Indian timber tree now planted in western Africa and tropical America for its hard durable wood teakettle n kettle for boiling water to make tea teakwood n hard strong durable yellowish-brown wood of teak trees; resistant to insects and to warping; used for furniture and in shipbuilding teak teal n a blue-green color or pigment teal n any of various small short-necked dabbling river ducks of Europe and America teal adj of a bluish shade of green cyan team n a cooperative unit (especially in sports) squad team n two or more draft animals that work together to pull something team v form a team teammate n a fellow member of a team mate teamster n the driver of a team of horses doing hauling teamster n someone who drives a truck as an occupation trucker teamwork n cooperative work done by a team (especially when it is effective) teapot n pot for brewing tea; usually has a spout and handle tear n a drop of the clear salty saline solution secreted by the lacrimal glands teardrop tear n an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart rip,rent,snag,split tear n an occasion for excessive eating or drinking bust,binge,bout tear n the act of tearing tear v separate or cause to separate abruptly rupture,snap,bust tear v to separate or be separated by force tear v move quickly and violently shoot,charge,buck tear v strip of feathers pluck,pull tearaway n a reckless and impetuous person tearaway adj characterized by undue haste and lack of thought or deliberation impulsive,impetuous,madcap teardrop n anything shaped like a falling drop (as a pendant gem on an earring) teardrop n a drop of the clear salty saline solution secreted by the lacrimal glands tear tearful adj filled with or marked by tears tearful adj showing sorrow dolorous,lachrymose,weeping tearfully adv with tears; in a tearful manner tearing n shedding tears watering tearing adj marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid fierce,vehement,violent tearoom n a restaurant where tea and light meals are available teahouse tears n the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds) crying,weeping teary adj with eyes full of tears tease n someone given to teasing (as by mocking or stirring curiosity) teaser,vexer tease n a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men flirt,vamp,vamper,minx tease n the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances teasing,ribbing tease v annoy persistently badger,pester,bug,beleaguer tease v harass with persistent criticism or carping razz,rag,cod,tantalize,bait,taunt,twit,rally tease v to arouse hope, desire, or curiosity without satisfying them tease v tear into pieces teased adj feeling mild pleasurable excitement teasel n any of several herbs of the genus Dipsacus native to the Old World having flower heads surrounded by spiny bracts teaser n a worker who teases wool teaser n someone given to teasing (as by mocking or stirring curiosity) tease,vexer teaser n an advertisement that offers something free in order to arouse customers' interest teaser n a particularly baffling problem that is said to have a correct solution puzzle,puzzler teasing n the act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously (especially by ridicule); provoking someone with persistent annoyances tease,ribbing teasing n playful vexation teasing n the act of removing tangles from you hair with a comb teasing adj playfully vexing (especially by ridicule) mocking,quizzical teasing adj arousing sexual desire without intending to satisfy it teasing adj causing irritation or annoyance annoying,bothersome,galling,irritating,nettlesome,pesky,pestering,vexatious teaspoon n as much as a teaspoon will hold teaspoonful teaspoon n a small spoon used for stirring tea or coffee; holds about one fluid dram teaspoonful n as much as a teaspoon will hold teaspoon teat n the small projection of a mammary gland nipple,pap,tit tec n a police officer who investigates crimes detective,investigator tech n a school teaching mechanical and industrial arts and the applied sciences technical n a pickup truck with a gun mounted on it technical n (basketball) a foul that can be assessed on a player or a coach or a team for unsportsmanlike conduct; does not usually involve physical con technical adj of or relating to technique or proficiency in a practical skill proficient technical adj characterizing or showing skill in or specialized knowledge of applied arts and sciences nontechnical technical adj of or relating to a practical subject that is organized according to scientific principles technological technical adj relating to or concerned with machinery or tools mechanical technicality n the state of being technical as in the use of technical terms or methods technicality n a specific detail in a set of rules or terms belonging to a particular field technically adv with regard to technique technically adv with regard to technical skill and the technology available technically adv according to the exact meaning; according to the facts technician n someone whose occupation involves training in a specific technical process technician n someone known for high skill in some intellectual or artistic technique technicolor n a trademarked method of making color motion pictures technique n a practical method or art applied to some particular task technique n skillfulness in the command of fundamentals deriving from practice and familiarity proficiency techno n a style of fast heavy electronic dance music usually without vocals technobabble n technical jargon from computing and other high-tech subjects technocrat n an expert who is a member of a highly skilled elite group technocrat n an advocate of technocracy technological adj based in scientific and industrial progress technological adj of or relating to a practical subject that is organized according to scientific principles technical technologically adv by means of technology technologist n a person who uses scientific knowledge to solve practical problems engineer technology n the application of the knowledge and usage of tools (such as machines or utensils) and techniques to control one's environment technology n the discipline dealing with the art or science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems engineering technology n machinery and equipment developed from engineering or other applied sciences techy adj easily irritated or annoyed cranky,fractious,irritable,nettlesome,peevish,peckish,petulant,scratchy tectonic adj pertaining to the structure or movement of the earth's crust tectonic adj of or pertaining to construction or architecture tectonics n the science of architecture tectonics n the branch of geology studying the folding and faulting of the earth's crust tecumseh n a famous chief of the Shawnee who tried to unite Indian tribes against the increasing white settlement (1768-1813) ted n a tough youth of 1950's and 1960's wearing Edwardian style clothes teddy n plaything consisting of a child's toy bear (usually plush and stuffed with soft materials) teddy n a woman's sleeveless undergarment chemise,shimmy,shift,slip tedious adj so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness boring,deadening,dull,irksome,slow,tiresome,wearisome tedious adj using or containing too many words verbose,windy,wordy tediously adv in a tedious manner tedium n the feeling of being bored by something tedious boredom,ennui tedium n dullness owing to length or slowness tee n the starting place for each hole on a golf course tee n support holding a football on end and above the ground preparatory to the kickoff tee n a short peg put into the ground to hold a golf ball off the ground tee v place on a tee tee v connect with a tee teem v be teeming, be abuzz swarm teem v move in large numbers pour,swarm,stream teeming adj abundantly filled with especially living things teen n a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity adolescent,stripling,teenager teen adj being of the age 13 through 19 adolescent,teenage,teenaged teenage adj being of the age 13 through 19 adolescent,teen,teenaged teenaged adj being of the age 13 through 19 adolescent,teen,teenage teenager n a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity adolescent,stripling,teen teens n the time of life between the ages of 12 and 20 teens n all the numbers that end in -teen teensy adj (used informally) very small bitty,bittie,teeny,wee,weeny teeny adj (used informally) very small bitty,bittie,teensy,wee,weeny teepee n a Native American tent; usually of conical shape teeter n a plaything consisting of a board balanced on a fulcrum; the board is ridden up and down by children at either end seesaw teeter v move unsteadily, with a rocking motion seesaw,totter teeth n the kind and number and arrangement of teeth (collectively) in a person or animal dentition teethe v grow teeth; cut the baby teeth teething n the eruption through the gums of baby teeth dentition teetotal v practice teetotalism and abstain from the consumption of alcoholic beverages teetotal adj practicing complete abstinence from alcoholic beverages dry teetotaler n a total abstainer teff n an African grass economically important as a cereal grass (yielding white flour of good quality) as well as for forage and hay teflon n a material used to coat cooking utensils and in industrial applications where sticking is to be avoided teg n two-year-old sheep teheran n the capital and largest city of Iran; located in northern Iran tehran tehran n the capital and largest city of Iran; located in northern Iran teheran telamon n a figure of a man used as a supporting column atlas telecast n a television broadcast telecast v broadcast via television televise telecom n (often plural) systems used in transmitting messages over a distance electronically telecommunication telecommunication n (often plural) systems used in transmitting messages over a distance electronically telecom telecommunication n (often plural) the branch of electrical engineering concerned with the technology of electronic communication at a distance telefax v send something via a facsimile machine fax,facsimile telegram n a message transmitted by telegraph wire telegraph n apparatus used to communicate at a distance over a wire (usually in Morse code) telegraph v send cables, wires, or telegrams cable,wire telekinesis n the power to move something by thinking about it without the application of physical force psychokinesis telemark n a turn made in skiing; the outside ski is placed ahead and turned gradually inwards telemetry n automatic transmission and measurement of data from remote sources by wire or radio or other means teleological adj of or relating to teleology teleology n (philosophy) a doctrine explaining phenomena by their ends or purposes telepathic adj communicating without apparent physical signals telepathy n apparent communication from one mind to another without using sensory perceptions telephone n electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals b phone telephone n transmitting speech at a distance telephony telephone v get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone call,phone,ring telephonic adj of or relating to telephony telephony n transmitting speech at a distance telephone telephoto n a photograph made with a telephoto lens teleport v transport by dematerializing at one point and assembling at another teleprompter n a prompter for television performers telescope n a magnifier of images of distant objects scope telescope v crush together or collapse telescope v make smaller or shorter telescopic adj visible only with a telescope telescopic adj capable of discerning distant objects telescopic adj having parts that slide one within another televise v broadcast via television telecast television n broadcasting visual images of stationary or moving objects tv,video television n a telecommunication system that transmits images of objects (stationary or moving) between distant points television n an electronic device that receives television signals and displays them on a screen tv,telly telex n a character printer connected to a telegraph that operates like a typewriter telex v communicate by telex telfer n one of the conveyances (or cars) in a telpherage tell n a Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer; according to legend an Austrian governo tell v express in words state,say tell v let something be known tell v narrate or give a detailed account of narrate,recount,recite tell v give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority order,enjoin,say teller n United States physicist (born in Hungary) who worked on the first atom bomb and the first hydrogen bomb (1908-2003) teller n an official appointed to count the votes (especially in legislative assembly) teller n an employee of a bank who receives and pays out money cashier teller n someone who tells a story narrator,storyteller telling n an act of narration relation,recounting telling n informing by words notification telling n disclosing information or giving evidence about another tattle,singing telling adj disclosing unintentionally something concealed revealing,telltale telling adj powerfully persuasive cogent,weighty telling adj producing a strong effect impressive tellingly adv in a telling manner telltale n someone who gossips indiscreetly tattletale,tattler telltale adj disclosing unintentionally something concealed revealing,telling telluride n any binary compound of tellurium with other more electropositive elements tellurium n a brittle silver-white metalloid element that is related to selenium and sulfur; it is used in alloys and as a semiconductor; occurs mainly te telly n an electronic device that receives television signals and displays them on a screen television,tv telugu n a member of the people in southeastern India (Andhra Pradesh) who speak the Telugu language telugu n a Dravidian language spoken by the Telugu in southeastern India temblor n shaking and vibration at the surface of the earth resulting from underground movement along a fault plane or from volcanic activity earthquake,quake,seism temerity n fearless daring audacity,audaciousness temp n a worker (especially in an office) hired on a temporary basis temporary temper n a sudden outburst of anger pique,irritation temper n a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling mood,humor,humour temper n a disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger irritability temper n the elasticity and hardness of a metal object; its ability to absorb considerable energy before cracking toughness temper v bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling anneal,normalize temper v harden by reheating and cooling in oil harden temper v adjust the pitch (of pianos) temper v make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else season,mollify,moderate tempera n pigment mixed with water-soluble glutinous materials such as size and egg yolk temperament n your usual mood disposition temperament n excessive emotionalism or irritability and excitability (especially when displayed openly) temperament n an adjustment of the intervals (as in tuning a keyboard instrument) so that the scale can be used to play in different keys temperamental adj relating to or caused by temperament temperamental adj subject to sharply varying moods moody temperamental adj likely to perform unpredictably erratic temperamentally adv by temperament temperance n the trait of avoiding excesses moderation temperance n abstaining from excess sobriety temperance n the act of tempering temperate adj (of weather or climate) free from extremes; mild; or characteristic of such weather or climate intemperate temperate adj not extreme in behavior intemperate temperate adj not extreme moderate temperature n the degree of hotness or coldness of a body or environment (corresponding to its molecular activity) temperature n the somatic sensation of cold or heat tempered adj made hard or flexible or resilient especially by heat treatment treated,hardened,toughened tempered adj adjusted or attuned by adding a counterbalancing element tempering n hardening something by heat treatment annealing tempering adj moderating by making more temperate tempest n a violent commotion or disturbance storm tempest n (literary) a violent wind tempestuous adj characterized by violent emotions or behavior stormy tempestuous adj (of the elements) as if showing violent anger angry,furious,raging,wild templar n a knight of a religious military order established in 1118 to protect pilgrims and the Holy Sepulcher template n a model or standard for making comparisons templet,guide temple n place of worship consisting of an edifice for the worship of a deity temple n the flat area on either side of the forehead temple n an edifice devoted to special or exalted purposes temple n (Judaism) the place of worship for a Jewish congregation synagogue,tabernacle templet n a model or standard for making comparisons template,guide tempo n (music) the speed at which a composition is to be played pacing tempo n the rate of some repeating event pace temporal n the semantic role of the noun phrase that designates the time of the state or action denoted by the verb temporal adj not eternal temporal adj of or relating to or limited by time temporal adj of or relating to the temples (the sides of the skull behind the orbit) temporal adj characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world worldly,secular temporally adv with regard to temporal order temporarily adv for a limited time only; not permanently permanently temporary n a worker (especially in an office) hired on a temporary basis temp temporary adj not permanent; not lasting temporary adj lacking continuity or regularity irregular tempt v dispose or incline or entice to allure tempt v provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion entice,lure tempt v give rise to a desire by being attractive or inviting invite tempt v induce into action by using one's charm charm,influence temptation n something that seduces or has the quality to seduce enticement temptation n the desire to have or do something that you know you should avoid temptation n the act of influencing by exciting hope or desire enticement tempting adj highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire alluring,beguiling,enticing tempting adj very pleasantly inviting tantalizing temptress n a woman who is considered to be dangerously seductive enchantress,siren,delilah tempura n vegetables and seafood dipped in batter and deep-fried ten n the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system x,tenner,decade ten n one of four playing cards in a deck with ten pips on the face ten adj being one more than nine x tenable adj based on sound reasoning or evidence tenacious adj good at remembering long tenacious adj stubbornly unyielding dogged,dour,persistent,unyielding tenacious adj sticking together coherent tenaciously adv with obstinate determination doggedly tenaciousness n persistent determination doggedness,perseverance,persistence,tenacity tenacity n persistent determination doggedness,perseverance,persistence,tenaciousness tenancy n an act of being a tenant or occupant occupancy tenant n someone who pays rent to use land or a building or a car that is owned by someone else renter tenant n a holder of buildings or lands by any kind of title (as ownership or lease) tenant n any occupant who dwells in a place tenant v occupy as a tenant tench n freshwater dace-like game fish of Europe and western Asia noted for ability to survive outside water tend v have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined lean,incline,run tend v have care of or look after tend v manage or run tendency n an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others inclination,disposition tendency n an inclination to do something leaning,propensity tendency n a characteristic likelihood of or natural disposition toward a certain condition or character or effect inclination tendency n a general direction in which something tends to move trend tendentious adj having or marked by a strong tendency especially a controversial one tender n something that can be used as an official medium of payment stamp tender n someone who waits on or tends to or attends to the needs of another attendant tender n a formal proposal to buy at a specified price bid tender n car attached to a locomotive to carry fuel and water tender v offer or present for acceptance tender v propose a payment offer,bid tender v make a tender of; in legal settlements tender v make tender or more tender as by marinating, pounding, or applying a tenderizer tender adj given to sympathy or gentleness or sentimentality tough tender adj hurting sensitive,sore,raw tender adj young and immature tender adj having or displaying warmth or affection affectionate,fond,lovesome tenderloin n a city district known for its vice and high crime rate tenderloin n the tender meat of the loin muscle on each side of the vertebral column undercut tenderly adv with tenderness; in a tender manner tenderness n a tendency to express warm and affectionate feeling tenderness n a pain that is felt (as when the area is touched) rawness tenderness n warm compassionate feelings tenderness n a positive feeling of liking affection,fondness,heart,philia tending n the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something care,attention,aid tending adj (usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward apt,disposed,given,minded tendon n a cord or band of inelastic tissue connecting a muscle with its bony attachment tendril n slender stem-like structure by which some twining plants attach themselves to an object for support tenebrous adj dark and gloomy tenement n a run-down apartment house barely meeting minimal standards tenet n a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without proof dogma tenfold adj containing ten or ten parts tenfold adv by ten times as much tenner n the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system ten,x,decade tenner n a United States bill worth 10 dollars tennessean n a native or resident of Tennessee volunteer tennessee n a state in east central United States tennessee n a river formed by the confluence of two other rivers near Knoxville; it follows a U-shaped course to become a tributary of the Ohio River in tennis n a game played with rackets by two or four players who hit a ball back and forth over a net that divides the court tennyson n Englishman and Victorian poet (1809-1892) tenon n a projection at the end of a piece of wood that is shaped to fit into a mortise and form a mortise joint tenor n the adult male singing voice above baritone tenor n the pitch range of the highest male voice tenor n an adult male with a tenor voice tenor n a settled or prevailing or habitual course of a person's life tenor adj (of a musical instrument) intermediate between alto and baritone or bass tenor adj of or close in range to the highest natural adult male voice tense n a grammatical category of verbs used to express distinctions of time tense v become stretched or tense or taut strain tense v increase the tension on tense v become tense, nervous, or uneasy relax tense v cause to be tense and uneasy or nervous or anxious strain relax tense adj in or of a state of physical or nervous tension relaxed tense adj pronounced with relatively tense tongue muscles (e.g., the vowel sound in `beat') lax tense adj taut or rigid; stretched tight lax tensely adv in a tense manner tensile adj of or relating to tension tensile adj capable of being shaped or bent or drawn out ductile,malleable,pliable,pliant tensiometer n a measuring instrument for measuring the moisture content of soil tensiometer n a measuring instrument for measuring the tension in a wire or fiber or beam tensiometer n a measuring instrument for measuring the surface tension of a liquid tension n (psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense stress tension n the physical condition of being stretched or strained tension n a balance between and interplay of opposing elements or tendencies (especially in art or literature) tension n (physics) a stress that produces an elongation of an elastic physical body tensor n a generalization of the concept of a vector tensor n any of several muscles that cause an attached structure to become tense or firm tent n a portable shelter (usually of canvas stretched over supporting poles and fastened to the ground with ropes and pegs) tent n a web that resembles a tent or carpet tent v live in or as if in a tent camp,encamp,bivouac tentacle n something that acts like a tentacle in its ability to grasp and hold tentacle n any of various elongated tactile or prehensile flexible organs that occur on the head or near the mouth in many animals; used for feeling or tentative adj under terms not final or fully worked out or agreed upon probationary,provisional tentative adj unsettled in mind or opinion doubtful tentatively adv in a tentative manner tenter n a framework with hooks used for stretching and drying cloth tenth n a tenth part; one part in ten equal parts tenth n position ten in a countable series of things tenth adj coming next after the ninth and just before the eleventh in position tenting n the act of encamping and living in tents in a camp camping,encampment tenuous adj having thin consistency tenuous adj very thin in gauge or diameter tenuous adj lacking substance or significance flimsy,fragile,slight,thin tenure n the term during which some position is held incumbency tenure n the right to hold property; part of an ancient hierarchical system of holding lands tenure v give life-time employment to tenured adj appointed for life and not subject to dismissal except for a grave crime tepal n an undifferentiated part of a perianth that cannot be distinguished as a sepal or a petal (as in lilies and tulips) tepid adj moderately warm lukewarm tepid adj feeling or showing little interest or enthusiasm halfhearted,lukewarm tequila n Mexican liquor made from fermented juices of an agave plant tercel n male hawk especially male peregrine or gyrfalcon tiercel terence n dramatist of ancient Rome (born in Greece) whose comedies were based on works by Menander (190?-159 BC) teres n either of two muscles in the shoulder region that move the shoulders and arms teresa n Indian nun and missionary in the Roman Catholic Church (born of Albanian parents in what is now Macedonia); dedicated to helping the poor in theresa teriyaki n beef or chicken or seafood marinated in spicy soy sauce and grilled or broiled term n a word or expression used for some particular thing term n a limited period of time term n (usually plural) a statement of what is required as part of an agreement condition,strings term n any distinct quantity contained in a polynomial term v name formally or designate with a term termagant n a scolding nagging bad-tempered woman shrew termer n a person who serves a specified term terminable adj capable of being terminated after a designated time terminal n station where transport vehicles load or unload passengers or goods terminus,depot terminal n a contact on an electrical device (such as a battery) at which electric current enters or leaves pole terminal n either extremity of something that has length end terminal n electronic equipment consisting of a device providing access to a computer; has a keyboard and display terminal adj of or relating to or situated at the ends of a delivery route terminal adj relating to or occurring in a term or fixed period of time terminal adj being or situated at an end intermediate terminal adj occurring at or forming an end or termination concluding,final,last terminally adv at the end terminate v bring to an end or halt end terminate v have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical end,stop,finish,cease terminate v be the end of; be the last or concluding part of end terminate v terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position displace,fire,can,dismiss,sack terminated adj having come or been brought to a conclusion complete,concluded,ended,over terminated adj (of e.g. a contract or term of office) having come to an end termination n a coming to an end of a contract period expiration,expiry termination n a place where something ends or is complete terminus termination n something that results result,resultant,outcome termination n the end of a word (a suffix or inflectional ending or final morpheme) ending terminator n someone who exterminates (especially someone whose occupation is the extermination of troublesome rodents and insects) exterminator terminology n a system of words used to name things in a particular discipline nomenclature,language terminus n a place where something ends or is complete termination terminus n the ultimate goal for which something is done destination terminus n (architecture) a statue or a human bust or an animal carved out of the top of a square pillar; originally used as a boundary marker in ancie term terminus n either end of a railroad or bus route termite n whitish soft-bodied ant-like social insect that feeds on wood terms n status with respect to the relations between people or groups footing terms n the amount of money needed to purchase something price,damage tern n small slender gull having narrow wings and a forked tail ternary n the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one three,trio,threesome,tierce,leash,troika,triad,trine ternary adj having three units or components or elements treble,triple,triplex ternate adj (of a leaf shape) consisting of three leaflets or sections terrace n usually paved outdoor area adjoining a residence patio terrace n a level shelf of land interrupting a declivity (with steep slopes above and below) bench terrace n a row of houses built in a similar style and having common dividing walls (or the street on which they face) terrace v provide (a house) with a terrace terrace v make into terraces as for cultivation terrain n a piece of ground having specific characteristics or military potential terrapin n any of various edible North American web-footed turtles living in fresh or brackish water terrene adj of or relating to or inhabiting the land as opposed to the sea or air terrestrial terrene adj belonging to this earth or world; not ideal or heavenly mundane terrestrial adj of or relating to or inhabiting the land as opposed to the sea or air terrene terrestrial adj of or relating to or characteristic of the planet Earth or its inhabitants planetary terrestrial adj operating or living or growing on land amphibious,aquatic terrestrial adj concerned with the world or worldly matters mundane terrible adj causing fear or dread or terror awful,dire,dread,dreaded,dreadful,fearful,fearsome,frightening terrible adj exceptionally bad or displeasing atrocious,abominable,awful,dreadful,painful,unspeakable terrible adj intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality severe,wicked terrible adj extreme in degree or extent or amount or impact frightful,awful,tremendous terribly adv used as intensifiers awfully,awful,frightfully terribly adv in a terrible manner awfully,abysmally terrier n any of several usually small short-bodied breeds originally trained to hunt animals living underground terrific adj very great or intense terrific adj extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers fantastic,grand,howling,marvelous,marvellous,rattling,tremendous,wonderful terrific adj causing extreme terror terrifying terrifically adv (used as an intensifier) extremely well wonderfully,wondrous,superbly,marvelously terrified adj thrown into a state of intense fear or desperation panicky,panicked,frightened terrify v fill with terror; frighten greatly terrorize terrifying adj causing extreme terror terrific terrine n a pate or fancy meatloaf baked in an earthenware casserole territorial n nonprofessional soldier member of a territorial military unit territorial n a territorial military unit territorial adj of or relating to a territory territorial adj displaying territoriality; defending a territory from intruders territorial adj belonging to the territory of any state or ruler extraterritorial territorially adv with respect to territory territory n a region marked off for administrative or other purposes district,dominion territory n an area of knowledge or interest territory n the geographical area under the jurisdiction of a sovereign state soil terror n an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety panic,affright terror n a person who inspires fear or dread scourge,threat terror n a very troublesome child brat terror n the use of extreme fear in order to coerce people (especially for political reasons) terrorism n the calculated use of violence (or the threat of violence) against civilians in order to attain goals that are political or religious or ide terrorist n a radical who employs terror as a political weapon; usually organizes with other terrorists in small cells; often uses religion as a cover f terrorize v coerce by violence or with threats terrorize v fill with terror; frighten greatly terrify terry n English actress (1847-1928) terry n a pile fabric (usually cotton) with uncut loops on both sides; used to make bath towels and bath robes terse adj brief and to the point; effectively cut short crisp,curt,laconic tersely adv in a short and concise manner terseness n a neatly short and concise expressive style tertiary n from 63 million to 2 million years ago tertiary adj coming next after the second and just before the fourth in position third tesla n a unit of magnetic flux density equal to one weber per square meter tesla n United States electrical engineer and inventor (born in Croatia but of Serbian descent) who discovered the principles of alternating current test n trying something to find out about it trial,tryout test n any standardized procedure for measuring sensitivity or memory or intelligence or aptitude or personality etc test n a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge examination,exam test n the act of undergoing testing trial test v put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to prove,try,examine,essay test v test or examine for the presence of disease or infection screen test v examine someone's knowledge of something quiz test v show a certain characteristic when tested testa n protective outer layer of seeds of flowering plants testament n a profession of belief testament n a legal document declaring a person's wishes regarding the disposal of their property when they die will testament n strong evidence for something testament n either of the two main parts of the Christian Bible testamentary adj of or relating to a will or testament or bequeathed by a will or testament testcross n a cross between an organism whose genotype for a certain trait is unknown and an organism that is homozygous recessive for that trait so the tested adj tested and proved useful or correct tried tested adj tested and proved to be reliable tried tester n someone who administers a test to determine your qualifications examiner tester n a flat canopy (especially one over a four-poster bed) testicle n one of the two male reproductive glands that produce spermatozoa and secrete androgens ball,nut,egg testicular adj of or involving the testes testify v give testimony in a court of law attest testify v provide evidence for prove,evidence,show testily adv in a petulant manner testimonial n something that serves as evidence testimony testimonial n something given or done as an expression of esteem tribute testimonial n something that recommends (or expresses commendation of) a person or thing as worthy or desirable recommendation testimonial adj expressing admiration or appreciation testimonial adj of or relating to or constituting testimony testimony n a solemn statement made under oath testimony n an assertion offering firsthand authentication of a fact testimony n something that serves as evidence testimonial testing n the act of subjecting to experimental test in order to determine how well something works testing n an examination of the characteristics of something testing n the act of giving students or candidates a test (as by questions) to determine what they know or have learned examination testosterone n a potent androgenic hormone produced chiefly by the testes; responsible for the development of male secondary sex characteristics testy adj easily irritated or annoyed cranky,fractious,irritable,nettlesome,peevish,peckish,petulant,scratchy tet n the New Year in Vietnam; observed for three days after the first full moon after January 20th tetanus n an acute and serious infection of the central nervous system caused by bacterial infection of open wounds; spasms of the jaw and laryngeal m tetanus n a sustained muscular contraction resulting from a rapid series of nerve impulses tetany n clinical neurological syndrome characterized by muscular twitching and cramps and (when severe) seizures; associated with calcium deficiency tether n restraint consisting of a rope (or light chain) used to restrain an animal leash,lead tether v tie with a tether tetherball n a game with two players who use rackets to strike a ball that is tethered to the top of a pole; the object is to wrap the string around the tethered adj confined or restricted with or as if with a rope or chain teton n a member of the large western branch of Sioux people which was made up of several groups that lived on the plains lakota tetra n brightly colored tropical freshwater fishes tetracaine n a crystalline compound used in the form of a hydrochloride as a local anesthetic tetrad n the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one four,quaternary,quartet,foursome tetragram n a word that is written with four letters in an alphabetic writing system tetrahedron n any polyhedron having four plane faces tetramerous adj having or consisting of four similar parts; tetramerous flowers tetrapod n a vertebrate animal having four feet or legs or leglike appendages tetravalent adj haveing a valence of four tetrode n a thermionic tube having four electrodes teuton n someone (especially a German) who speaks a Germanic language teuton n a member of the ancient Germanic people who migrated from Jutland to southern Gaul and were annihilated by the Romans teutonic adj of or pertaining to the ancient Teutons or their languages germanic texan n a native or resident of Texas texan adj of or relating to or characteristic of Texas or its residents texas n the second largest state; located in southwestern United States on the Gulf of Mexico text n the words of something written text n a passage from the Bible that is used as the subject of a sermon text n a book prepared for use in schools or colleges textbook,schoolbook text n the main body of a written work (as distinct from illustrations or footnotes etc.) textbook n a book prepared for use in schools or colleges text,schoolbook textbook adj according to or characteristic of a casebook or textbook; typical casebook textile n artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers fabric,cloth,material textile adj of or relating to fabrics or fabric making textual adj of or relating to or based on a text texture n the feel of a surface or a fabric texture n the essential quality of something texture n the musical pattern created by parts being played or sung together texture n the characteristic appearance of a surface having a tactile quality textured adj having surface roughness th n the fifth day of the week; the fourth working day thursday th n a soft silvery-white tetravalent radioactive metallic element; isotope 232 is used as a power source in nuclear reactors; occurs in thorite thorium thackeray n English writer (born in India) (1811-1863) thai n a native or inhabitant of Thailand tai,siamese thai n a branch of the Tai languages siamese thai adj of or relating to or characteristic of Thailand or its people tai,siamese thai adj of or relating to the languages of the Thai people tai,siamese thai adj of or relating to Thailand tai,siamese thailand n a country of southeastern Asia that extends southward along the Isthmus of Kra to the Malay Peninsula siam thalamus n large egg-shaped structures of grey matter that form the dorsal subdivision of the diencephalon thalia n (Greek mythology) the Muse of comedy and pastoral poetry thalia n (Greek mythology) one of the three Graces thallium n a soft grey malleable metallic element that resembles tin but discolors on exposure to air; it is highly toxic and is used in rodent and ins thallus n a plant body without true stems or roots or leaves or vascular system; characteristic of the thallophytes thames n the longest river in England; flows eastward through London to the North Sea thanatology n the branch of science that studies death (especially its social and psychological aspects) thane n a feudal lord or baron thane n a man ranking above an ordinary freeman and below a noble in Anglo-Saxon England (especially one who gave military service in exchange for l thank v express gratitude or show appreciation to thankful adj feeling or showing gratitude grateful thankfully adv in a thankful manner; with thanks gratefully thankfully adv let us be thankful that thankfulness n warm friendly feelings of gratitude thankless adj not feeling or showing gratitude ungrateful thankless adj not likely to be rewarded unappreciated thanks n an acknowledgment of appreciation thanks n with the help of or owing to thanksgiving n fourth Thursday in November in the United States; second Monday in October in Canada; commemorates a feast held in 1621 by the Pilgrims and thanksgiving n a short prayer of thanks before a meal grace,blessing thatch n hair resembling thatched roofing material thatch n plant stalks used as roofing material thatch n an English pirate who operated in the Caribbean and off the Atlantic coast of North America (died in 1718) teach,blackbeard thatch n a house roof made with a plant material (as straw) thatch v cover with thatch thatcher n British stateswoman; first woman to serve as Prime Minister (born in 1925) thatcher n someone skilled in making a roof from plant stalks or foliage thaumaturge n one who practices magic or sorcery sorcerer,magician,wizard,necromancer thaw n the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid melt,thawing,melting thaw n warm weather following a freeze; snow and ice melt thawing,warming thaw n a relaxation or slackening of tensions or reserve; becoming less hostile thaw v become or cause to become soft or liquid dissolve,melt thawed adj no longer frozen solid thawed adj no longer frozen thawing n the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid thaw,melt,melting thawing n warm weather following a freeze; snow and ice melt thaw,warming thea n (Greek mythology) the Titaness who was mother of Helios and Selene and Eos in ancient mythology theia theater n a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented theatre,house theater n the art of writing and producing plays dramaturgy,dramatics,theatre theater n a region in which active military operations are in progress field,theatre theatergoer n someone who attends the theater theatre n a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented theater,house theatre n the art of writing and producing plays dramaturgy,dramatics,theater theatre n a region in which active military operations are in progress field,theater theatrical n a performance of a play representation,histrionics theatrical adj of or relating to the theater theatrical adj suited to or characteristic of the stage or theater theatricality n an artificial and mannered quality theatrically adv in a stagy and theatrical manner theatrically adv in a theatrical manner thebes n an ancient Egyptian city on the Nile River that flourished from the 22nd century BC to the 18th century BC; today the archeological remains thebes n an ancient Greek city in Boeotia destroyed by Alexander the Great in 336 BC theca n a case or sheath especially a pollen sac or moss capsule sac theca n outer sheath of the pupa of certain insects theft n the act of taking something from someone unlawfully larceny,thievery,thieving,stealing theia n (Greek mythology) the Titaness who was mother of Helios and Selene and Eos in ancient mythology thea theism n the doctrine or belief in the existence of a God or gods atheism theistic adj of or relating to theism thematic adj relating to or constituting a topic of discourse thematic adj of or relating to a melodic subject thematically adv with regard to thematic content theme n the subject matter of a conversation or discussion subject,topic theme n a unifying idea that is a recurrent element in literary or artistic work motif theme n (music) melodic subject of a musical composition idea theme n an essay (especially one written as an assignment) composition,paper,report theme v provide with a particular theme or motive themis n (Greek mythology) the Titaness who was goddess of justice in ancient mythology then n that time; that moment then adj at a specific prior time then adv subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors) so then adv in that case or as a consequence then adv at that time thence adv from that place or from there therefrom thence adv from that circumstance or source therefrom,thereof thence adv (used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result therefore,hence,thus,so thenceforth adv from that time on thereafter theocracy n a political unit governed by a deity (or by officials thought to be divinely guided) theocracy n the belief in government by divine guidance theocratic adj of or relating to or being a theocracy theologian n someone who is learned in theology or who speculates about theology theological adj of or relating to or concerning theology theologically adv as regards theology theologically adv in a theological manner theology n the rational and systematic study of religion and its influences and of the nature of religious truth divinity theology n a particular system or school of religious beliefs and teachings theology n the learned profession acquired by specialized courses in religion (usually taught at a college or seminary) theorem n a proposition deducible from basic postulates theorem n an idea accepted as a demonstrable truth theoretical adj concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations empirical theoretical adj concerned with theories rather than their practical applications applied theoretically adv in theory; according to the assumed facts theoretically adv in a theoretical manner empirically theoretician n someone who theorizes (especially in science or art) theorist theorist n someone who theorizes (especially in science or art) theoretician theorize v to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds speculate,conjecture,hypothesize,suppose theorize v construct a theory about theorize v form or construct theories theory n a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of theory n a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena hypothesis,possibility theory n a belief that can guide behavior therapeutic n a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain remedy,curative,cure therapeutic adj tending to cure or restore to health curative,healing,remedial therapeutic adj relating to or involved in therapy therapeutically adv for therapeutic purposes therapeutics n branch of medicine concerned with the treatment of disease therapist n a person skilled in a particular type of therapy healer therapy n (medicine) the act of caring for someone (as by medication or remedial training etc.) there n a location other than here; that place here there adv in or at that place or location here there adv in that matter; in that respect; on that point there adv to or toward that place; away from the speaker thither here thereabout adv near that time or date thereabouts thereabout adv near that place thereabouts thereabouts adv near that time or date thereabout thereabouts adv near that place thereabout thereafter adv from that time on thenceforth thereby adv by that means or because of that therefor adv (in formal usage, especially legal usage) for that or for it therefore adv (used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result hence,thence,thus,so therefore adv as a consequence consequently therefrom adv from that circumstance or source thence,thereof therefrom adv from that place or from there thence therein adv (formal) in or into that thing or place theremin n an electronic musical instrument; melodies can be played by moving the right hand between two rods that serve as antennas to control pitch; thereof adv of or concerning this or that thereof adv from that circumstance or source thence,therefrom thereon adv on that theresa n Indian nun and missionary in the Roman Catholic Church (born of Albanian parents in what is now Macedonia); dedicated to helping the poor in teresa thereto adv to that therewith adv with that or this or it therm n a unit of heat equal to 100,000 British thermal units thermal n rising current of warm air thermal adj relating to or associated with heat caloric thermal adj of or relating to a hot spring thermal adj caused by or designed to retain heat thermodynamic adj of or concerned with thermodynamics thermodynamics n the branch of physics concerned with the conversion of different forms of energy thermometer n measuring instrument for measuring temperature thermonuclear adj using nuclear weapons based on fusion as distinguished from fission thermoplastic n a material that softens when heated and hardens again when cooled thermoplastic adj having the property of softening or fusing when heated and of hardening and becoming rigid again when cooled thermosetting thermos n vacuum flask that preserves temperature of hot or cold drinks thermosetting adj having the property of becoming permanently hard and rigid when heated or cured thermoplastic thermostat n a regulator for automatically regulating temperature by starting or stopping the supply of heat thermostat v control the temperature with a thermostat thesaurus n a book containing a classified list of synonyms theseus n (Greek mythology) a hero and king of Athens who was noted for his many great deeds: killed Procrustes and the Minotaur and defeated the Amaz thesis n an unproved statement put forward as a premise in an argument thesis n a treatise advancing a new point of view resulting from research; usually a requirement for an advanced academic degree dissertation thespian n a theatrical performer actor,player thespian adj of or relating to drama thessaloniki n a port city in northeastern Greece on an inlet of the Aegean Sea; second largest city of Greece theta n the 8th letter of the Greek alphabet thetis n (Greek mythology) one of the 50 Nereids; mother of Achilles by Peleus thiamin n a B vitamin that prevents beriberi; maintains appetite and growth thick n the location of something surrounded by other things midst thick adj not thin; of a specific thickness or of relatively great extent from one surface to the opposite usually in the smallest of the three solid thin thick adj having component parts closely crowded together thick adj relatively dense in consistency thin thick adj spoken as if with a thick tongue slurred thick adv with a thick consistency thickly thick adv in quick succession thickly thicken v make thick or thicker thin thicken v become thick or thicker thin thicken v make viscous or dense thickened adj made or having become thick thickened adj having calluses; having skin made tough and thick through wear calloused,callous thickened adj made thick in consistency thickener n any material used to thicken thickening thickening n any material used to thicken thickener thickening n any thickened enlargement node,knob thickening n the act of thickening thickening adj accumulating and becoming more intense deepening thickening adj becoming more intricate or complex thicket n a dense growth of bushes brush,brushwood,copse thickhead n Australian and southeastern Asian birds with a melodious whistling call whistler thickly adv spoken with poor articulation as if with a thick tongue thickly adv in a concentrated manner densely thinly thickly adv with a thick consistency thick thinly thickly adv with thickness; in a thick manner thinly thickness n the dimension through an object as opposed to its length or width thinness thickness n indistinct articulation thickness n used of a line or mark heaviness thickness n resistance to flow thinness thickset adj having a short and solid form or stature compact,stocky,thick thickset adj planted or growing close together thief n a criminal who takes property belonging to someone else with the intention of keeping it or selling it stealer thieve v take by theft hook,snitch,cop,glom thievery n the act of taking something from someone unlawfully larceny,theft,thieving,stealing thieving n the act of taking something from someone unlawfully larceny,theft,thievery,stealing thieving adj given to thievery thigh n the part of the leg between the hip and the knee thigh n the upper joint of the leg of a fowl thill n one of two shafts extending from the body of a cart or carriage on either side of the animal that pulls it thimble n as much as a thimble will hold thimble n a small metal cap to protect the finger while sewing; can be used as a small container thimblerig n a swindling sleight-of-hand game; victim guesses which of three things a pellet is under thin v lose thickness; become thin or thinner thicken thin v make thin or thinner thicken thin v lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture dilute,reduce,cut thin v take off weight reduce,slim thin adj of relatively small extent from one surface to the opposite or in cross section thick thin adj lacking excess flesh lean fat thin adj very narrow slender thin adj not dense sparse thin adv without viscosity thinly thing n a special situation thing n an action thing n a special abstraction thing n an artifact thingamabob n something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known doodad,doohickey,gimmick,gizmo,thingummy,whatchamacallit things n any movable possession (especially articles of clothing) thingummy n something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known doodad,doohickey,gimmick,gizmo,thingamabob,whatchamacallit think n an instance of deliberate thinking think v judge or regard; look upon; judge believe,consider,conceive think v expect, believe, or suppose opine,suppose,imagine,reckon,guess think v use or exercise the mind or one's power of reason in order to make inferences, decisions, or arrive at a solution or judgments cogitate think v recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection remember,retrieve,recall,recollect thinkable adj capable of being conceived or imagined or considered unthinkable thinker n an important intellectual mind thinker n someone who exercises the mind (usually in an effort to reach a decision) thinking n the process of using your mind to consider something carefully thought thinking adj endowed with the capacity to reason intelligent,reasoning thinly adv without force or sincere effort thinly adv without viscosity thin thickly thinly adv in a small quantity or extent lightly thickly thinly adv in a widely distributed manner thickly thinned adj mixed with water cut,weakened thinner n a diluting agent thinness n relatively small dimension through an object as opposed to its length or width thickness thinness n the property of having little body fat thinness n the property of being very narrow or thin thinness n the property of being scanty or scattered; lacking denseness thinning n the act of diluting something cutting third n one of three equal parts of a divisible whole tierce third n the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed near the third of the bases in the infield (counting counterclockwis third n following the second position in an ordering or series third n the musical interval between one note and another three notes away from it third adj coming next after the second and just before the fourth in position tertiary third adv in the third place thirdly thirdly adv in the third place third thirst n a physiological need to drink thirst n strong desire for something (not food or drink) hunger thirst v feel the need to drink thirst v have a craving, appetite, or great desire for crave,hunger,starve,lust thirsty adj needing moisture thirsty adj feeling a need or desire to drink hungry thirsty adj (usually followed by `for') extremely desirous hungry thirsty adj able to take in large quantities of moisture thirteen n the cardinal number that is the sum of twelve and one thirteen adj being one more than twelve thirteenth n position 13 in a countable series of things thirteenth adj coming next after the twelfth in position thirties n the time of life between 30 and 40 thirties n the decade from 1930 to 1939 thirtieth n position 30 in a countable series of things thirtieth adj coming next after the twenty-ninth in position thirty n the cardinal number that is the product of ten and three xxx thirty adj being ten more than twenty xxx thistle n any of numerous plants of the family Compositae and especially of the genera Carduus and Cirsium and Onopordum having prickly-edged leaves thither adv to or toward that place; away from the speaker there tho n a branch of the Tai languages thole n a holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing peg,pin,rowlock,oarlock thomas n United States clockmaker who introduced mass production (1785-1859) thomas n United States socialist who was a candidate for president six times (1884-1968) thomas n a radio broadcast journalist during World War I and World War II noted for his nightly new broadcast (1892-1981) thomas n Welsh poet (1914-1953) thompson n United States classical archaeologist (born in Canada) noted for leading the excavation of the Athenian agora (1906-2000) thompson n English physicist (born in America) who studied heat and friction; experiments convinced him that heat is caused by moving particles (1753-1 thomson n United States composer who collaborated with Gertrude Stein (1896-1989) thomson n United States electrical engineer (born in England) who in 1892 formed a company with Thomas Edison (1853-1937) thomson n English physicist (son of Joseph John Thomson) who was a co-discoverer of the diffraction of electrons by crystals (1892-1975) thomson n English physicist who experimented with the conduction of electricity through gases and who discovered the electron and determined its charg thong n leather strip that forms the flexible part of a whip lash thong n underpants resembling a G-string; worn by women especially under very tight pants thong n a thin strip of leather; often used to lash things together thong n minimal clothing worn by stripteasers; a narrow strip of fabric that covers the pubic area, passes between the thighs, and is supported by a thor n (Norse mythology) god of thunder and rain and farming; pictured as wielding a hammer emblematic of the thunderbolt; identified with Teutonic thoracic adj of or relating to the chest or thorax pectoral thorax n the middle region of the body of an arthropod between the head and the abdomen thorax n the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates chest thorax n part of an insect's body that bears the wings and legs thoreau n United States writer and social critic (1817-1862) thorium n a soft silvery-white tetravalent radioactive metallic element; isotope 232 is used as a power source in nuclear reactors; occurs in thorite th thorn n something that causes irritation and annoyance irritant thorn n a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf spine,prickle,pricker,sticker thorn n a Germanic character of runic origin thornbill n any of various South American hummingbirds with a sharp pointed bill thornton n American architect (1759-1828) thorny adj bristling with perplexities thorny adj having or covered with protective barbs or quills or spines or thorns or setae etc. barbed,bristled,burred,burry,prickly,spiny thorough adj painstakingly careful and accurate thorough adj performed comprehensively and completely; not superficial or partial exhaustive,thoroughgoing thorough adj without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers arrant,complete,consummate,everlasting,gross,perfect,pure,stark thoroughbred n a well-bred person thoroughbred n a racehorse belonging to a breed that originated from a cross between Arabian stallions and English mares thoroughbred n a pedigreed animal of unmixed lineage; used especially of horses purebred thoroughbred adj having a list of ancestors as proof of being a purebred animal pedigree thoroughfare n a public road from one place to another thoroughgoing adj performed comprehensively and completely; not superficial or partial exhaustive,thorough thoroughgoing adj without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers arrant,complete,consummate,everlasting,gross,perfect,pure,stark thoroughly adv in an exhaustive manner exhaustively thoroughly adv completely and absolutely (`good' is sometimes used informally for `thoroughly') soundly,good thoroughness n conscientiousness in performing all aspects of a task thorpe n outstanding United States athlete (1888-1953) thoth n Egyptian Moon deity with the head of an ibis; god of wisdom and learning and the arts; scribe of the gods thou n the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 thousand,m,k,g,grand,yard though adv (postpositive) however thought n the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about idea thought n the process of using your mind to consider something carefully thinking thought n the organized beliefs of a period or group or individual thought n a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty opinion,sentiment,persuasion,view thoughtful adj having intellectual depth thoughtful adj exhibiting or characterized by careful thought thoughtless thoughtful adj acting with or showing thought and good sense thoughtful adj taking heed; giving close and thoughtful attention attentive thoughtfully adv in a thoughtful manner thoughtfully adv showing consideration and thoughtfulness thoughtfulness n a calm, lengthy, intent consideration contemplation,reflection,rumination,musing thoughtfulness n kind and considerate regard for others consideration,considerateness thoughtlessness thoughtfulness n the trait of thinking carefully before acting thoughtfulness n a considerate and thoughtful act consideration thoughtless adj showing lack of careful thought thoughtful thoughtless adj without care or thought for others uncaring,unthinking thoughtlessness n the quality of failing to be considerate of others thoughtfulness thoughtlessness n the trait of not thinking carefully before acting thousand n the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 m,k,g,grand,thou,yard thousand adj denoting a quantity consisting of 1,000 items or units m,k thousandth n position 1,000 in a countable series of things thousandth n one part in a thousand equal parts thousandth adj the ordinal number of one thousand in counting order thrace n an ancient country and wine producing region in the east of the Balkan Peninsula to the north of the Aegean Sea; colonized by ancient Greeks thraldom n the state of being under the control of another person bondage,slavery,thrall thrall n the state of being under the control of another person bondage,slavery,thraldom thrall n someone held in bondage thrash n a swimming kick used while treading water thrash v give a thrashing to; beat hard thresh,lam,flail thrash v move or stir about violently convulse,thresh,slash,toss thrash v dance the slam dance slam thrash v beat so fast that (the heart's) output starts dropping until (it) does not manage to pump out blood at all thrasher n a farm machine for separating seeds or grain from the husks and straw thresher thrasher n thrush-like American songbird able to mimic other birdsongs thrasher n large pelagic shark of warm seas with a whiplike tail used to round up small fish on which to feed thresher thrashing n a sound defeat walloping,debacle,drubbing,slaughter,trouncing,whipping thrashing n the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows beating,licking,drubbing,lacing,trouncing,whacking thread n a fine cord of twisted fibers (of cotton or silk or wool or nylon etc.) used in sewing and weaving yarn thread n any long object resembling a thin line ribbon thread n the connections that link the various parts of an event or argument together thread n the raised helical rib going around a screw thread v to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course weave,wind,meander,wander thread v pass a thread through thread v remove facial hair by tying a fine string around it and pulling at the string thread v pass through or into threadbare adj repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse banal,commonplace,hackneyed,shopworn,stock,timeworn,tired,trite threadbare adj having the nap worn away so that the threads show through threaded adj (of bolts or screws) having screw threads threadfin n mullet-like tropical marine fishes having pectoral fins with long threadlike rays threads n informal terms for clothing togs,duds threat n something that is a source of danger menace threat n a warning that something unpleasant is imminent threat n declaration of an intention or a determination to inflict harm on another threat n a person who inspires fear or dread terror,scourge threaten v pose a threat to; present a danger to endanger,jeopardize,menace,imperil,peril threaten v to utter intentions of injury or punishment against threaten v to be a menacing indication of something threatened adj (of flora or fauna) likely in the near future to become endangered threatening adj threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments baleful,forbidding,menacing,minacious,minatory,ominous,sinister threatening adj darkened by clouds heavy,lowering,sullen threateningly adv in a menacing manner menacingly three n the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one trio,threesome,tierce,leash,troika,triad,trine,trinity three n one of four playing cards in a deck having three pips trey three adj being one more than two threefold adj three times as great or many treble,triple threefold adj having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities double,dual,twofold,treble threefold adv by a factor of three threepence n former cupronickel coin of the United Kingdom equal to three pennies threescore n a set with 3 times 20 members threescore adj being ten more than fifty sixty threesome n the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one three,trio,tierce,leash,troika,triad,trine,trinity threesome n three people considered as a unit trio,triad,trinity thresh v move or stir about violently convulse,thrash,slash,toss thresh v move like a flail; thresh about flail thresh v beat the seeds out of a grain thrash thresh v give a thrashing to; beat hard thrash,lam,flail thresher n a farm machine for separating seeds or grain from the husks and straw thrasher thresher n large pelagic shark of warm seas with a whiplike tail used to round up small fish on which to feed thrasher threshold n the starting point for a new state or experience threshold n the smallest detectable sensation threshold n the entrance (the space in a wall) through which you enter or leave a room or building; the space that a door can close doorway,door threshold n the sill of a door; a horizontal piece of wood or stone that forms the bottom of a doorway and offers support when passing through a doorway doorsill,doorstep thrice adv three times thrift n any of numerous sun-loving low-growing evergreens of the genus Armeria having round heads of pink or white flowers thrift n extreme care in spending money; reluctance to spend money unnecessarily parsimony thrifty adj careful and diligent in the use of resources wasteful thrifty adj mindful of the future in spending money careful thrill n the swift release of a store of affective force bang,boot,charge,rush,flush,kick thrill n an almost pleasurable sensation of fright shiver,chill,quiver,shudder,tingle thrill n something that causes you to experience a sudden intense feeling or sensation thrill v cause to be thrilled by some perceptual input thrill v feel sudden intense sensation or emotion tickle,vibrate thrill v tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement shudder,shiver,throb thrill v fill with sublime emotion exhilarate,inebriate,exalt,beatify thrilled adj feeling intense pleasurable excitement thriller n a suspenseful adventure story or play or movie thrilling adj causing a surge of emotion or excitement electrifying thrilling adj causing quivering or shivering as by cold or fear or electric shock thrips n any of various small to minute sucking insects with narrow feathery wings if any; they feed on plant sap and many are destructive thrive v grow vigorously boom,flourish,expand thrive v make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance prosper,flourish thriving adj very lively and profitable booming,flourishing,prospering,prosperous,roaring throat n the passage to the stomach and lungs; in the front part of the neck below the chin and above the collarbone pharynx throat n an opening in the vamp of a shoe at the instep throat n a passage resembling a throat in shape or function throat n the part of an animal's body that corresponds to a person's throat throated adj having a throat as specified throaty adj sounding as if pronounced low in the throat throb n a deep pulsating type of pain throb n an instance of rapid strong pulsation (of the heart) throbbing,pounding throb v pulsate or pound with abnormal force throb v expand and contract rhythmically; beat rhythmically pulse throb v tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement shudder,shiver,thrill throbbing n an instance of rapid strong pulsation (of the heart) throb,pounding throbbing n a sound with a strong rhythmic beat throbbing adj pounding or beating strongly or violently throe n severe spasm of pain throe n hard or painful trouble or struggle throes n violent pangs of suffering thrombosis n the formation or presence of a thrombus (a clot of coagulated blood attached at the site of its formation) in a blood vessel thrombus n a blood clot formed within a blood vessel and remaining attached to its place of origin throne n the chair of state for a monarch, bishop, etc. throne n a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination toilet,can,commode,crapper,pot,potty,stool throne n the position and power of an exalted person (a sovereign or bishop) who is entitled to sit in a chair of state on ceremonial occasions throne v sit on the throne as a ruler throne v put a monarch on the throne throng n a large gathering of people multitude,concourse throng v press tightly together or cram mob,pack,pile,jam thronged adj filled with great numbers crowded together throstle n a spinning machine formerly used to twist and wind fibers of cotton or wool continuously throstle n common Old World thrush noted for its song mavis throttle n a valve that regulates the supply of fuel to the engine accelerator throttle n a pedal that controls the throttle valve accelerator,gas,gun throttle v place limits on (extent or amount or access) restrict,trammel,limit,bound,confine throttle v kill by squeezing the throat of so as to cut off the air strangle,strangulate throttle v reduce the air supply choke throttling n the act of suffocating (someone) by constricting the windpipe choking,strangling,strangulation through adj having finished or arrived at completion done through adj (of a route or journey etc.) continuing without requiring stops or changes through adv from beginning to end through adv over the whole distance through adv to completion through adv in diameter throughout adv from first to last throughout adv used to refer to cited works throughput n output relative to input; the amount passing through a system from input to output (especially of a computer program over a period of time) throw n the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist) throw n a single chance or instance throw n the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam stroke throw n bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something throw v propel through the air throw v move violently, energetically, or carelessly throw v get rid of shed,cast,drop throw v place or put with great energy thrust throwaway n (sometimes offensive) a homeless boy who has been abandoned and roams the streets throwaway n an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution circular,handbill,bill,broadside,flier,flyer throwaway n words spoken in a casual way with conscious under-emphasis throwaway adj thrown away discarded throwaway adj intended to be thrown away after use throwback n an organism that has the characteristics of a more primitive type of that organism throwback n a reappearance of an earlier characteristic atavism,reversion throwback adj characteristic of an atavist atavistic thrower n a person who twists silk or rayon filaments into a thread or yarn thrower n someone who projects something (especially by a rapid motion of the arm) thrower n a craftsman who shapes pottery on a potter's wheel and bakes them it a kiln potter thrown adj caused to fall to the ground thrown adj twisted together; as of filaments spun into a thread thrum n a thrumming sound thrum v sound with a monotonous hum hum thrum v sound the strings of (a stringed instrument) strum thrum v make a rhythmic sound drum,beat thrush n candidiasis of the oral cavity; seen mostly in infants or debilitated adults thrush n a woman who sings popular songs thrush n songbirds characteristically having brownish upper plumage with a spotted breast thrust n the force used in pushing push thrust n a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument stab thrust n the act of applying force to propel something drive thrust n verbal criticism thrust v push forcefully thrust v press or force stuff,shove,squeeze thrust v make a thrusting forward movement lunge,hurl,hurtle thrust v impose urgently, importunately, or inexorably force thruster n one who intrudes or pushes himself forward pusher thruster n a small rocket engine that provides the thrust needed to maneuver a spacecraft thrusting n a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow) jab,jabbing,poke,poking,thrust thud n a heavy dull sound (as made by impact of heavy objects) thump,thumping,clump,clunk thud v make a dull sound thump thud v strike with a dull sound thud v make a noise typical of an engine lacking lubricants crump,scrunch thug n an aggressive and violent young criminal hood,hoodlum,goon,punk,tough thuggery n violent or brutal acts as of thugs thuja n red cedar thule n a town in northwestern Greenland; during World War II a United States naval base was built there thule n the geographical region believed by ancient geographers to be the northernmost land in the inhabited world thumb n the thick short innermost digit of the forelimb thumb n the part of a glove that provides a covering for the thumb thumb n a convex molding having a cross section in the form of a quarter of a circle or of an ellipse thumb v travel by getting free rides from motorists hitchhike,hitch thumb v look through a book or other written material flick,flip,riffle,leaf,riff thumb v feel or handle with the fingers finger thumbed adj (of pages) worn or soiled by thumb and fingers by frequent handling or turning thumbnail n the nail of the thumb thumbscrew n instrument of torture that crushes the thumb thumbscrew n screw designed to be turned with the thumb and fingers thumbtack n a tack for attaching papers to a bulletin board or drawing board pushpin thumbtack v fasten with thumbtacks thump n a heavy dull sound (as made by impact of heavy objects) thumping,clump,clunk,thud thump n a heavy blow with the hand thump v move rhythmically beat,pound thump v make a dull sound thud thump v hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument pound,poke thumping n a heavy dull sound (as made by impact of heavy objects) thump,clump,clunk,thud thumping adj (used informally) very large humongous,banging,whopping,walloping thunder n a deep prolonged loud noise boom,roar,roaring thunder n a booming or crashing noise caused by air expanding along the path of a bolt of lightning thunder n street names for heroin smack,scag thunder v move fast, noisily, and heavily thunder v utter words loudly and forcefully roar thunder v be the case that thunder is being heard boom thunder v to make or produce a loud noise thunderbird n (mythology) the spirit of thunder and lightning believed by some Native Americans to take the shape of a great bird thunderbolt n a discharge of lightning accompanied by thunder bolt thunderbolt n a shocking surprise bombshell,thunderclap thunderclap n a single sharp crash of thunder thunderclap n a shocking surprise bombshell,thunderbolt thunderhead n a rounded projecting mass of a cumulus cloud with shining edges; often appears before a thunderstorm thundering adj sounding like thunder thundering adj extraordinarily big or impressive thunderous adj loud enough to cause (temporary) hearing loss deafening thunderous adj extremely ominous thundershower n a short rainstorm accompanied by thunder and lightning thunderstorm n a storm resulting from strong rising air currents; heavy rain or hail along with thunder and lightning thunderstruck adj as if struck dumb with astonishment and surprise dumbfounded,flabbergasted thunk n a dull hollow sound thurber n United States humorist and cartoonist who published collections of essays and stories (1894-1961) thursday n the fifth day of the week; the fourth working day th thus n an aromatic gum resin obtained from various Arabian or East African trees; formerly valued for worship and for embalming and fumigation frankincense thus adv (used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result therefore,hence,thence,so thus adv in the way indicated thusly,so thusly adv in the way indicated thus,so thwack n a hard blow with a flat object thwack v deliver a hard blow to smack thwart n a crosspiece spreading the gunnels of a boat; used as a seat in a rowboat thwart v hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of queer,spoil,scotch,foil,cross,frustrate,baffle,bilk thwarted adj disappointingly unsuccessful defeated,disappointed,foiled,frustrated thwarting n an act of hindering someone's plans or efforts frustration,foiling thwarting adj preventing realization or attainment of a desire frustrating thyme n any of various mints of the genus Thymus thyme n leaves can be used as seasoning for almost any meat and stews and stuffings and vegetables thymine n a base found in DNA (but not in RNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine t thymol n a colorless crystalline solid used in perfume or preserving biological specimens or in embalming or medically as a fungicide or antiseptic thyroid n located near the base of the neck thyroid adj of or relating to the thyroid gland thyroid adj suggestive of a thyroid disorder thyrsus n a dense flower cluster (as of the lilac or horse chestnut) in which the main axis is racemose and the branches are cymose ti n a light strong grey lustrous corrosion-resistant metallic element used in strong lightweight alloys (as for airplane parts); the main source titanium ti n shrub with terminal tufts of elongated leaves used locally for thatching and clothing; thick sweet roots are used as food; tropical southeas ti n the syllable naming the seventh (subtonic) note of any musical scale in solmization te,si tia n brief episode in which the brain gets insufficient blood supply; symptoms depend on the site of the blockage tianjin n a major industrial center in northeastern China on the Grand Canal near the Yellow Sea; 3rd largest city in China tiara n a jeweled headdress worn by women on formal occasions tib n a unit of information equal to 1024 gibibytes or 2^40 (1,099,511,627,776) bytes tb tiber n a river of central Italy; flows through Rome to the Tyrrhenian Sea tiberius n son-in-law of Augustus who became a suspicious tyrannical Emperor of Rome after a brilliant military career (42 BC to AD 37) tibet n an autonomous region of the Peoples Republic of China; located in the Himalayas tibetan n Himalayish language spoken in Tibet tibetan n a native or inhabitant of Tibet tibetan adj of or relating to or characteristic of Tibet or its people or their language tibia n the inner and thicker of the two bones of the human leg between the knee and ankle shinbone,shin tic n a local and habitual twitching especially in the face tical n the basic unit of money in Thailand baht tick n a metallic tapping sound ticking tick n any of two families of small parasitic arachnids with barbed proboscis; feed on blood of warm-blooded animals tick n a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc. check tick n a light mattress tick v make a clicking or ticking sound click tick v make a sound like a clock or a timer beat tick v sew tick v put a check mark on or near or next to check,mark ticker n the hollow muscular organ located behind the sternum and between the lungs; its rhythmic contractions move the blood through the body heart,pump ticker n a small portable timepiece watch ticker n a character printer that automatically prints stock quotations on ticker tape ticket n a commercial document showing that the holder is entitled to something (as to ride on public transportation or to enter a public entertainme ticket n a label written or printed on paper, cardboard, or plastic that is attached to something to indicate its owner, nature, price, etc. tag ticket n a summons issued to an offender (especially to someone who violates a traffic regulation) ticket n a list of candidates nominated by a political party to run for election to public offices slate ticket v issue a ticket or a fine to as a penalty fine ticket v provide with a ticket for passage or admission ticking n a metallic tapping sound tick ticking n a strong fabric used for mattress and pillow covers tickle n a cutaneous sensation often resulting from light stroking tickle n the act of tickling titillation tickle v touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements tickle v feel sudden intense sensation or emotion thrill,vibrate tickle v touch or stroke lightly tickler n a file of memoranda or notices that remind of things to be done ticklish adj difficult to handle; requiring great tact delicate,touchy tidal adj of or relating to or caused by tides tidbit n a small tasty bit of food tiddly adj slightly intoxicated potty,tipsy tiddlywinks n a game in which players try to flip plastic disks into a cup by pressing them on the side sharply with a larger disk tide n the periodic rise and fall of the sea level under the gravitational pull of the moon tide n something that may increase or decrease (like the tides of the sea) tide n there are usually two high and two low tides each day tide v rise or move forward surge ebb tide v cause to float with the tide tide v be carried with the tide tidewater n low-lying coastal land drained by tidal streams tidewater n the coastal plain of the South: eastern parts of Virginia and North Carolina and South Carolina and Georgia tidings n information about recent and important events news,intelligence,word tidy n receptacle that holds odds and ends (as sewing materials) tidy v put (things or places) in order neaten,straighten tidy adj marked by order and cleanliness in appearance or habits untidy tidy adj (of hair) neat and tidy kempt tidy adj large in amount or extent or degree goodly,goodish,healthy,hefty,respectable,sizable,sizeable tie n neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front necktie tie n a social or business relationship affiliation,association tie n equality of score in a contest tie n a horizontal beam used to prevent two other structural members from spreading apart or separating tie v fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord bind untie tie v finish a game with an equal number of points, goals, etc. draw tie v limit or restrict to tie v connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces connect,link tiebreaker n overtime play in order to break a tie; e.g. tennis and soccer tied adj bound or secured closely tied adj bound together by or as if by a strong rope; especially as by a bond of affection tied adj fastened with strings or cords fastened untied tied adj closed with a lace laced tier n a relative position or degree of value in a graded group grade,level tier n any one of two or more competitors who tie one another tier n a worker who ties something tier n something that is used for tying tierce n the third canonical hour; about 9 a.m. tierce n the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one three,trio,threesome,leash,troika,triad,trine,trinity tierce n one of three equal parts of a divisible whole third tiercel n male hawk especially male peregrine or gyrfalcon tercel tiered adj having or arranged in tiers tiff n a quarrel about petty points bicker,bickering,spat,squabble,fuss tiffany n United States artist who developed Tiffany glass (1848-1933) tiffin n a midday meal lunch,luncheon tiger n a fierce or audacious person tiger n large feline of forests in most of Asia having a tawny coat with black stripes; endangered tigers n a terrorist organization in Sri Lanka that began in 1970 as a student protest over the limited university access for Tamil students; current tight adj closely constrained or constricted or constricting loose tight adj pulled or drawn tight taut tight adj set so close together as to be invulnerable to penetration tight adj pressed tightly together compressed tight adv firmly or closely fast tight adv in an attentive manner close,closely tighten v make tight or tighter fasten tighten v become tight or tighter tighten v severely restrict in scope or extent stiffen,constrain tighten v narrow or limit reduce tightening n the act of making something tighter loosening tightfisted adj unwilling to part with money tightly adv in a tight or constricted manner tightly adv securely fixed or fastened tightness n a state occasioned by scarcity of money and a shortage of credit stringency tightness n a tight feeling in some part of the body constriction tightness n the spatial property of being crowded together concentration,density,compactness tightness n extreme stinginess meanness,parsimony,closeness tightrope n tightly stretched rope or wire on which acrobats perform high above the ground tights n skintight knit hose covering the body from the waist to the feet worn by acrobats and dancers and as stockings by women and girls tightwad n a miserly person cheapskate tigress n a female tiger tigris n an Asian river; a tributary of the Euphrates River tijuana n a Mexican city just to the south of San Diego on the Lower California peninsula; popular among American tourists for racetracks and bullfigh tilde n a diacritical mark (~) placed over the letter n in Spanish to indicate a palatal nasal sound or over a vowel in Portuguese to indicate nasal tilden n United States tennis player who dominated men's tennis in the 1920s (1893-1953) tile n a flat thin rectangular slab (as of fired clay or rubber or linoleum) used to cover surfaces tile n a thin flat slab of fired clay used for roofing tile n game equipment consisting of a flat thin piece marked with characters and used in board games like Mah-Jong, Scrabble, etc. tile v cover with tiles tiled adj covered or furnished with tiles tiling n the application of tiles to cover a surface till n unstratified soil deposited by a glacier; consists of sand and clay and gravel and boulders mixed together till n a treasury for government funds trough till n a strongbox for holding cash till v work land as by ploughing, harrowing, and manuring, in order to make it ready for cultivation tillage n arable land that is worked by plowing and sowing and raising crops farmland,tilth tillage n the cultivation of soil for raising crops tilled adj turned or stirred by plowing or harrowing or hoeing tiller n a shoot that sprouts from the base of a grass tiller n someone who tills land (prepares the soil for the planting of crops) tiller n lever used to turn the rudder on a boat tiller n a farm implement used to break up the surface of the soil (for aeration and weed control and conservation of moisture) tiller v grow shoots in the form of stools or tillers stool tilling n cultivation of the land in order to raise crops tilt n a combat between two mounted knights tilting against each other with blunted lances joust tilt n a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement controversy,contention,contestation,disputation,argument,arguing tilt n a slight but noticeable partiality tilt n the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical list,inclination,lean,leaning tilt v to incline or bend from a vertical position lean,tip,slant,angle tilt v heel over cant,slant,pitch tilt v move sideways or in an unsteady way careen,wobble,shift tilt v charge with a tilt tilted adj departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal leaning,tipped tilter n someone who engages in a tilt or joust tilter n a device for emptying a cask by tilting it without disturbing the dregs tilth n the state of aggregation of soil and its condition for supporting plant growth tilth n arable land that is worked by plowing and sowing and raising crops farmland,tillage timber n the wood of trees cut and prepared for use as building material lumber timber n a beam made of wood timber n a post made of wood timber n land that is covered with trees and shrubs forest,woodland,timberland timberland n land that is covered with trees and shrubs forest,woodland,timber timberman n an owner or manager of a company that is engaged in lumbering timbre n (music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound) timber,quality,tone timbrel n small hand drum similar to a tambourine; formerly carried by itinerant jugglers timbuktu n a city in central Mali near the Niger river; formerly famous for its gold trade time n an instance or single occasion for some event clip time n a period of time considered as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something time n an indefinite period (usually marked by specific attributes or activities) time n a suitable moment time v measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time clock time v assign a time for an activity or event time v set the speed, duration, or execution of time v regulate or set the time of timed adj regularly spaced in time timeless adj unaffected by time dateless timelessness n a state of eternal existence believed in some religions to characterize the afterlife eternity timeline n a sequence of related events arranged in chronological order and displayed along a line (usually drawn left to right or top to bottom) timeliness n being at the right time timeliness n timely convenience timely adj before a time limit expires timely adj done or happening at the appropriate or proper time seasonable timely adv at an opportune time apropos timepiece n a measuring instrument or device for keeping time timer n a timepiece that measures a time interval and signals its end timer n (sports) an official who keeps track of the time elapsed timer n a regulator that activates or deactivates a mechanism at set times times n a more or less definite period of time now or previously present times n an arithmetic operation that is the inverse of division; the product of two numbers is computed multiplication timetable n a schedule listing events and the times at which they will take place timetable n a schedule of times of arrivals and departures timeworn adj repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse banal,commonplace,hackneyed,shopworn,stock,threadbare,tired,trite timid n people who are fearful and cautious cautious brave timid adj showing fear and lack of confidence bold timid adj lacking self-confidence diffident,shy,unsure timid adj lacking conviction or boldness or courage faint,fainthearted timidity n fear of the unknown or unfamiliar or fear of making decisions timidity n fearfulness in venturing into new and unknown places or activities boldness timidly adv in a shy or timid or bashful manner shyly timing n the time when something happens timing n the regulation of occurrence, pace, or coordination to achieve a desired effect (as in music, theater, athletics, mechanics) timor n an island in Indonesia in the Malay Archipelago; the largest and most eastern of the Lesser Sunda Islands timorese n a native or inhabitant of Timor timorese adj of or relating to or characteristic of Timor or its inhabitants timorous adj timid by nature or revealing timidity fearful timothy n grass with long cylindrical spikes grown in northern United States and Europe for hay timothy n a disciple of Saint Paul who became the leader of the Christian community at Ephesus timothy n a grass grown for hay timpani n a large hemispherical brass or copper percussion instrument with a drumhead that can be tuned by adjusting the tension on it kettle,tympanum timur n Mongolian ruler of Samarkand who led his nomadic hordes to conquer an area from Turkey to Mongolia (1336-1405) tamerlane tin n a silvery malleable metallic element that resists corrosion; used in many alloys and to coat other metals to prevent corrosion; obtained chi tin n a vessel (box, can, pan, etc.) made of tinplate and used mainly in baking tin n metal container for storing dry foods such as tea or flour canister tin n airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc. can tin v plate with tin tin v preserve in a can or tin can tin v prepare (a metal) for soldering or brazing by applying a thin layer of solder to the surface tinct v color lightly tint,tinge,touch tincture n a substance that colors or dyes tincture n an indication that something has been present trace,vestige,shadow tincture n a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color shade,tint,tone tincture n (pharmacology) a medicine consisting of an extract in an alcohol solution tincture v fill, as with a certain quality impregnate,infuse,instill tincture v stain or tinge with a slight amount of a color tindal n English translator and Protestant martyr; his translation of the Bible into English (which later formed the basis for the King James Version tinder n material for starting a fire kindling,touchwood,spunk,punk tinderbox n a dangerous state of affairs; a situation that is a potential source of violence tinderbox n a box for holding tinder tine n prong on a fork or pitchfork or antler ting n a light clear metallic sound as of a small bell tinkle ting v cause to make a ting ting v make a light, metallic sound; go `ting' tinge n a slight but appreciable amount touch,hint,mite,pinch,jot,speck tinge n a pale or subdued color undertone tinge v affect as in thought or feeling color,colour,distort tinge v color lightly tint,tinct,touch tingle n an almost pleasurable sensation of fright shiver,chill,quiver,shudder,thrill tingle n a somatic sensation as from many tiny stings tingling tingle v cause a stinging or tingling sensation prickle tingling n a somatic sensation as from many tiny stings tingle tingling adj exciting by touching lightly so as to cause laughter or twitching movements titillating tink v make or emit a high sound tinkle,clink tinker n a person who enjoys fixing and experimenting with machines and their parts tinkerer tinker n formerly a person (traditionally a Gypsy) who traveled from place to place mending pots and kettles and other metal utensils as a way to ear tinker n small mackerel found nearly worldwide tinker v do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly putter,potter,monkey tinker v work as a tinker or tinkerer tinker v try to fix or mend fiddle tinkerer n an unskilled person who tries to fix or mend fiddler tinkerer n a person who enjoys fixing and experimenting with machines and their parts tinker tinkle n a light clear metallic sound as of a small bell ting tinkle v make or emit a high sound tink,clink tinkling adj like the short high ringing sound of a small bell tinned adj sealed in a can or jar canned tinnitus n a ringing or booming sensation in one or both ears; a symptom of an ear infection or Meniere's disease tinny adj of or containing tin tinny adj of very poor quality; flimsy bum,cheap,cheesy,crummy,punk,sleazy tinny adj thin and metallic in sound; lacking resonance tinsel n a showy decoration that is basically valueless tinsel n a thread with glittering metal foil attached tinsel v impart a cheap brightness to tinsel v adorn with tinsel tinsel v interweave with tinsel tinselly adj glittering with gold or silver clinquant tinsmith n someone who makes or repairs tinware tint n a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color shade,tincture,tone tint n a dye for coloring the hair tint n a just detectable amount trace,hint,suggestion tint v color lightly tinct,tinge,touch tiny adj very small bantam,diminutive,lilliputian,petite tip n the extreme end of something; especially something pointed tip n a relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter) gratuity,baksheesh tip n an indication of potential opportunity lead,steer,wind,hint tip n a V shape point,peak tip v cause to tilt tip v mark with a tip tip v give a tip or gratuity to in return for a service, beyond the compensation agreed on fee,bung tip v cause to topple or tumble by pushing topple,tumble tipped adj having a tip; or having a tip as specified (used in combination) tipped adj departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal leaning,tilted tipper n a person who leaves a tip tipper n truck whose contents can be emptied without handling; the front end of the platform can be pneumatically raised so that the load is discharg dumper tippet n a woman's fur shoulder cape with hanging ends; often consisting of the whole fur of a fox or marten tipple n a serving of drink (usually alcoholic) drawn from a keg draft,draught tipple v drink moderately but regularly bib tippy adj (used of boats) inclined to heel over easily under sail crank,cranky,tender tippytoe v walk on one's toes tiptoe,tip tipster n one who sells advice about gambling or speculation (especially at the racetrack) tout tipsy adj slightly intoxicated potty,tiddly tipsy adj unstable and prone to tip as if intoxicated tiptoe n the tip of a toe tiptoe v walk on one's toes tip,tippytoe tiptoe adj walking on the tips of ones's toes so as to make no noise tiptoe adv on tiptoe or as if on tiptoe tirade n a speech of violent denunciation philippic,broadside tiramisu n an Italian dessert consisting of layers of sponge cake soaked with coffee and brandy or liqueur layered with mascarpone cheese and topped wi tire n hoop that covers a wheel tyre tire v lose interest or become bored with something or somebody pall,weary,fatigue,jade tire v exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress wear,weary,jade,fatigue refresh tire v deplete exhaust,sap tire v cause to be bored bore tired adj depleted of strength or energy rested tired adj repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse banal,commonplace,hackneyed,shopworn,stock,threadbare,timeworn,trite tiredness n temporary loss of strength and energy resulting from hard physical or mental work fatigue,weariness tireless adj showing sustained enthusiastic action with unflagging vitality indefatigable,unflagging tireless adj characterized by hard work and perseverance hardworking,industrious tirelessly adv with indefatigable energy tiresome adj so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness boring,deadening,dull,irksome,slow,tedious,wearisome tiring adj producing exhaustion exhausting,wearing,wearying tisane n infusion of e.g. dried or fresh flowers or leaves tissue n part of an organism consisting of an aggregate of cells having a similar structure and function tissue n a soft thin (usually translucent) paper tissue v create a piece of cloth by interlacing strands of fabric, such as wool or cotton weave tit n either of two soft fleshy milk-secreting glandular organs on the chest of a woman breast,bosom,knocker,boob,titty tit n the small projection of a mammary gland nipple,pap,teat tit n small insectivorous birds titmouse titan n a person of exceptional importance and reputation colossus,behemoth,giant,heavyweight titan n (Greek mythology) any of the primordial giant gods who ruled the Earth until overthrown by Zeus; the Titans were offspring of Uranus (Heaven titan n the largest of the satellites of Saturn; has a hazy nitrogen atmosphere titania n a white powder used as a pigment for its high covering power and durability titania n (Middle Ages) the queen of the fairies in medieval folklore titanic adj of great force or power titanium n a light strong grey lustrous corrosion-resistant metallic element used in strong lightweight alloys (as for airplane parts); the main source ti titer n the concentration of a solution as determined by titration titre titfer n a hat (Cockney rhyming slang: `tit for tat' rhymes with `hat') tithe n a levy of one tenth of something tithe n an offering of a tenth part of some personal income tithe v exact a tithe from tithe v levy a tithe on (produce or a crop) tithe v pay one tenth of; pay tithes on, especially to the church tithe v pay a tenth of one's income, especially to the church tither n someone who pays tithes titi n tree of low-lying coastal areas of southeastern United States having glossy leaves and racemes of fragrant white flowers titi n deciduous shrubby tree of eastern North America having deeply fissured bark and sprays of small fragrant white flowers and sour-tasting leav titi n small South American monkeys with long beautiful fur and long nonprehensile tail titian n old master of the Venetian school (1490-1576) titillating adj pleasantly and superficially exciting titillating adj giving sexual pleasure; sexually arousing erotic titillating adj exciting by touching lightly so as to cause laughter or twitching movements tingling titillation n a tingling feeling of excitement (as from teasing or tickling) titillation n an agreeable arousal titillation n the act of tickling tickle title n a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with rubric title n the name of a work of art or literary composition etc. title n a general or descriptive heading for a section of a written work title n the status of being a champion championship title v give a title to entitle title v designate by an identifying term style titled adj belonging to the peerage titmouse n small insectivorous birds tit tito n Yugoslav statesman who led the resistance to German occupation during World War II and established a communist state after the war (1892-198 titrate v measure by (the volume or concentration of solutions) by titration titration n a measured amount of a solution of unknown concentration is added to a known volume of a second solution until the reaction between them is titre n the concentration of a solution as determined by titration titer titter n a nervous restrained laugh titter v laugh nervously giggle tittle n a tiny or scarcely detectable amount shred,scintilla,whit,iota,smidgen,smidge titty n either of two soft fleshy milk-secreting glandular organs on the chest of a woman breast,bosom,knocker,boob,tit titular adj of or relating to a legal title to something titular adj of or bearing a title signifying status or function titular adj of or pertaining to the title of a work of art titular adj of or associated with or bearing a title signifying nobility titus n a Greek disciple and helper of Saint Paul titus n Emperor of Rome; son of Vespasian (39-81) titus n a New Testament book containing Saint Paul's epistle to Titus; contains advice on pastoral matters tivoli n a town twenty miles to the east of Rome (Tibur is the ancient name); a summer resort during the Roman empire; noted for its waterfalls tizzy n an excited state of agitation dither,pother,fuss,flap tlc n considerate and solicitous care tlingit n a member of a seafaring group of North American Indians living in southern Alaska tlingit n the Na-Dene language spoken by the Tlingit toad n any of various tailless stout-bodied amphibians with long hind limbs for leaping; semiaquatic and terrestrial species frog,anuran toadstool n common name for an inedible or poisonous agaric (contrasting with the edible mushroom) mushroom toady n a person who tries to please someone in order to gain a personal advantage sycophant,crawler,lackey toady v try to gain favor by cringing or flattering fawn,truckle,bootlick,kowtow toast n slices of bread that have been toasted toast n a celebrity who receives much acclaim and attention toast n a person in desperate straits; someone doomed goner toast n a drink in honor of or to the health of a person or event pledge toast v make brown and crisp by heating crisp toast v propose a toast to drink,pledge,salute,wassail toasted adj browned over by exposure to heat toaster n someone who proposes a toast; someone who drinks to the health of success of someone or some venture toaster n a kitchen appliance (usually electric) for toasting bread toasting n cooking to a brown crispiness over a fire or on a grill browning toastmaster n the person who proposes toasts and introduces speakers at a banquet tobacco n leaves of the tobacco plant dried and prepared for smoking or ingestion tobacco n aromatic annual or perennial herbs and shrubs tobey n United States abstract painter influenced by oriental calligraphy (1890-1976) tobin n United States economist (1918-2002) toboggan n a long narrow sled without runners; boards curve upward in front toboggan v move along on a luge or toboggan luge toby n a drinking mug in the shape of a stout man wearing a three-cornered hat toccata n a baroque musical composition (usually for a keyboard instrument) with full chords and rapid elaborate runs in a rhythmically free style tod n a unit of weight for wool equal to about 28 pounds tod adj alone and on your own toda n a member of a pastoral people living in the Nilgiri Hills of southern India toda n the Dravidian language spoken by the Toda in southern India today n the present time or age today n the day that includes the present moment (as opposed to yesterday or tomorrow) today adv in these times nowadays,now today adv on this day as distinct from yesterday or tomorrow todd n Scottish chemist noted for his research into the structure of nucleic acids (born in 1907) todd n fictional character in a play by George Pitt; a barber who murdered his customers toddle v walk unsteadily totter,dodder,paddle,waddle toddler n a young child yearling,tot,bambino toe n one of the digits of the foot toe n the part of footwear that provides a covering for the toes toe n forepart of a hoof toe n (golf) the part of a clubhead farthest from the shaft toe v walk so that the toes assume an indicated position or direction toe v drive obliquely toenail toe v hit (a golf ball) with the toe of the club toe v drive (a golf ball) with the toe of the club toed adj having a toe or toes of a specified kind; often used in combination toenail n the nail at the end of a toe toenail v drive obliquely toe toff n informal term for an upper-class or wealthy person nob toffee n caramelized sugar cooled in thin sheets brittle tofu n cheeselike food made of curdled soybean milk tog v provide with clothes or put clothes on dress,clothe,garb,raiment,garment,apparel toga n a one-piece cloak worn by men in ancient Rome together adj mentally and emotionally stable together adv in contact with each other or in proximity together adv assembled in one place together adv in each other's company together adv at the same time togetherness n affectionate closeness toggle n any instruction that works first one way and then the other; it turns something on the first time it is used and then turns it off the next toggle n a hinged switch that can assume either of two positions toggle n a fastener consisting of a peg or pin or crosspiece that is inserted into an eye at the end of a rope or a chain or a cable in order to fast toggle v provide with a toggle or toggles toggle v fasten with, or as if with, a toggle toggle v release by a toggle switch togo n a republic on the western coast of Africa on the Gulf of Guinea; formerly under French control togs n informal terms for clothing threads,duds toil n productive work (especially physical work done for wages) labor,labour toil v work hard labor,labour,travail,grind,drudge,dig,moil toilet n a room or building equipped with one or more toilets lavatory,lav,can,john,privy,bathroom toilet n a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination can,commode,crapper,pot,potty,stool,throne toilet n misfortune resulting in lost effort or money gutter,sewer toilet n the act of dressing and preparing yourself toiletry n artifacts used in making your toilet (washing and taking care of your body) toiling adj doing arduous or unpleasant work laboring toke n a puff of a marijuana or hashish cigarette token n an individual instance of a type of symbol item token n something serving as a sign of something else token n a metal or plastic disk that can be redeemed or used in designated slot machines token n something of sentimental value keepsake,souvenir,relic token adj insignificantly small; a matter of form only (`tokenish' is informal) nominal tokyo n the capital and largest city of Japan; the economic and cultural center of Japan edo tole n enameled or lacquered metalware (usually gilded and elaborately painted); popular in the 18th century toledo n an industrial city in northwestern Ohio on Lake Erie toledo n a city in central Spain on the Tagus river; famous for steel and swords since the first century tolerable adj capable of being borne or endured intolerable tolerable adj about average; acceptable adequate,passable tolerance n the power or capacity of an organism to tolerate unfavorable environmental conditions tolerance n a disposition to allow freedom of choice and behavior permissiveness tolerance n the act of tolerating something tolerance n willingness to recognize and respect the beliefs or practices of others intolerance tolerant adj showing respect for the rights or opinions or practices of others intolerant tolerant adj tolerant and forgiving under provocation kind tolerant adj showing or characterized by broad-mindedness broad,liberal tolerant adj able to tolerate environmental conditions or physiological stress resistant tolerate v put up with something or somebody unpleasant digest,endure,stomach,bear,stand,support,brook,abide tolerate v recognize and respect (rights and beliefs of others) tolerate v have a tolerance for a poison or strong drug or pathogen or environmental condition tolerate v allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting allow,permit toleration n a disposition to tolerate or accept people or situations acceptance toleration n official recognition of the right of individuals to hold dissenting opinions (especially in religion) toll n a fee levied for the use of roads or bridges (used for maintenance) toll n value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something price,cost toll n the sound of a bell being struck bell toll v ring slowly toll v charge a fee for using tollbooth n a booth at a tollgate where the toll collector collects tolls toller n a person who rings church bells (as for summoning the congregation) ringer toller n someone employed to collect tolls tolstoy n Russian author remembered for two great novels (1828-1910) toluene n a colorless flammable liquid obtained from petroleum or coal tar; used as a solvent for gums and lacquers and in high-octane fuels tom n male cat tomcat tom n male turkey gobbler tomahawk n weapon consisting of a fighting ax; used by North American Indians hatchet tomahawk v cut with a tomahawk tomahawk v kill with a tomahawk tomalley n edible greenish substance in boiled lobster tomato n mildly acid red or yellow pulpy fruit eaten as a vegetable tomato n native to South America; widely cultivated in many varieties tomb n a place for the burial of a corpse (especially beneath the ground and marked by a tombstone) grave tomboy n a girl who behaves in a boyish manner romp,hoyden tombstone n a stone that is used to mark a grave gravestone,headstone tomcat n male cat tom tome n a (usually) large and scholarly book tomfoolery n foolish or senseless behavior folly,foolery,craziness,lunacy,indulgence tomography n (medicine) obtaining pictures of the interior of the body imaging tomorrow n the day after today tomorrow n the near future tomorrow adv the next day, the day after, following the present day ton n a United States unit of weight equivalent to 2000 pounds ton n a British unit of weight equivalent to 2240 pounds tonal adj employing variations in pitch to distinguish meanings of otherwise similar words tonic tonal adj having tonality; i.e. tones and chords organized in relation to one tone such as a keynote or tonic atonal tonality n any of 24 major or minor diatonic scales that provide the tonal framework for a piece of music key tone n the quality of a person's voice tone n (linguistics) a pitch or change in pitch of the voice that serves to distinguish words in tonal languages tone n (music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound) timbre,timber,quality tone n the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people spirit,feel,feeling,flavor,look,smell tone v utter monotonously and repetitively and rhythmically chant,intone tone v vary the pitch of one's speech modulate tone v change the color or tone of tone v change to a color image toned adj having or characterized or distinguished by tone or a specific tone; often used in combination toned adj having or distinguished by a tone; often used in combination toner n a solution containing chemicals that can change the color of a photographic print toner n a black or colored powder used in a printer to develop a xerographic image toner n a lotion for cleansing the skin and contracting the pores tonga n a monarchy on a Polynesian archipelago in the South Pacific; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1970 tonga n the language of the Tongan people of south central Africa (Zambia and Rhodesia) tongan n a Polynesian native or inhabitant of Tonga tongan n the Polynesian language spoken by the Tongan people tongan adj of or relating to the island monarchy of Tonga or its people tongs n any of various devices for taking hold of objects; usually have two hinged legs with handles above and pointed hooks below tongue n a mobile mass of muscular tissue covered with mucous membrane and located in the oral cavity lingua,glossa,clapper tongue n a human written or spoken language used by a community; opposed to e.g. a computer language tongue n any long thin projection that is transient knife tongue n a manner of speaking tongue v articulate by tonguing, as when playing wind instruments tongue v lick or explore with the tongue tongued adj provided with or resembling a tongue; often used in combination tongued adj having a manner of speaking as specified; often used in combination tonic n lime- or lemon-flavored carbonated water containing quinine tonic n a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring pop,soda tonic n (music) the first note of a diatonic scale keynote tonic n a medicine that strengthens and invigorates restorative tonic adj of or relating to or producing normal tone or tonus in muscles or tissue tonic adj employing variations in pitch to distinguish meanings of otherwise similar words tonal tonic adj (used of syllables) bearing the principle stress, usually accompanied by a change in pitch accented tonic adj relating to or being the keynote of a major or minor scale tonicity n the elastic tension of living muscles, arteries, etc. that facilitate response to stimuli tone tonight n the present or immediately coming night tonight adv during the night of the present day tonnage n a tax imposed on ships that enter the US; based on the tonnage of the ship tonne n a unit of weight equivalent to 1000 kilograms mt,t tons n a large number or amount dozens,heaps,lots,piles,scores,stacks,loads,rafts tonsil n either of two masses of lymphatic tissue one on each side of the oral pharynx tonsillectomy n surgical removal of the palatine tonsils; commonly performed along with adenoidectomy tonsure n the shaved crown of a monk's or priest's head tonsure n shaving the crown of the head by priests or members of a monastic order tonsure v shave the head of a newly inducted monk tontine n a form of life insurance whereby on the death or default of a participant his share is distributed to the remaining members tontine n an annuity scheme wherein participants share certain benefits and on the death of any participant his benefits are redistributed among the r too adv to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits excessively,overly too adv in addition besides,also,likewise tool n an implement used in the practice of a vocation tool n the means whereby some act is accomplished instrument tool n a person who is controlled by others and is used to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks for someone else creature,puppet tool n obscene terms for penis cock,prick,dick,shaft,pecker,putz tool v drive tool v ride in a car with no particular goal and just for the pleasure of it joyride tool v furnish with tools tool v work with a tool toolbox n a box or chest or cabinet for holding hand tools toolmaker n someone skilled in making or repairing tools toolshed n a shed for storing tools toon n a film made by photographing a series of cartoon drawings to give the illusion of movement when projected in rapid sequence cartoon toot n a blast of a horn toot n revelry in drinking; a merry drinking party carouse,carousal,bender toot v make a loud noise honk,blare,beep tooth n hard bonelike structures in the jaws of vertebrates; used for biting and chewing or for attack and defense tooth n something resembling the tooth of an animal tooth n toothlike structure in invertebrates found in the mouth or alimentary canal or on a shell tooth n a means of enforcement toothache n an ache localized in or around a tooth toothbrush n small brush; has long handle; used to clean teeth toothbrush n slang for a mustache toothed adj having teeth especially of a certain number or type; often used in combination toothless toothed adj notched like a saw with teeth pointing toward the apex serrate,serrated,notched toothed adj having an irregularly notched or toothed margin as though gnawed jagged,notched toothless adj lacking teeth toothed toothless adj lacking necessary force for effectiveness toothlike adj resembling a tooth toothpaste n a dentifrice in the form of a paste toothpick n pick consisting of a small strip of wood or plastic; used to pick food from between the teeth toothsome adj acceptable to the taste or mind palatable toothsome adj extremely pleasing to the sense of taste delectable,delicious,luscious,scrumptious,yummy toothsome adj having strong sexual appeal juicy,luscious,voluptuous,lush toothy adj having or showing prominent teeth tootle n the sound of casual playing on a musical instrument tootle v play (a musical instrument) casually top n the upper part of anything top n the highest or uppermost side of anything upside top n the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) peak,crown,crest,tip,summit top n the first half of an inning; while the visiting team is at bat bottom top v be superior or better than some standard exceed,transcend,overstep,pass top v pass by, over, or under without making contact clear top v be at the top of or constitute the top or highest point top v be ahead of others; be the first lead top adj situated at the top or highest position bottom,side topaz n a yellow quartz topaz n a mineral (fluosilicate of aluminum) that occurs in crystals of various colors and is used as a gemstone topaz n a light brown the color of topaz tan topcoat n a heavy coat worn over clothes in winter overcoat tope n a dome-shaped shrine erected by Buddhists stupa tope v drink excessive amounts of alcohol; be an alcoholic drink topeka n the capital of the state of Kansas; located in eastern Kansas on the Kansas river toper n a person who drinks alcoholic beverages (especially to excess) drinker,juicer topgallant n a sail set on a yard of a topgallant mast topgallant n a mast fixed to the head of a topmast on a square-rigged vessel topiary n a garden having shrubs clipped or trimmed into decorative shapes especially of animals topiary n making decorative shapes by trimming shrubs or trees topic n the subject matter of a conversation or discussion subject,theme topic n some situation or event that is thought about subject,issue,matter topical adj pertaining to the surface of a body part topical adj of or relating to or arranged by topics topical adj of interest at the present time topknot n headdress consisting of a decorative ribbon or bow worn in the hair topknot n showy crest or knot of hair or feathers topless adj having no top topped topless adj having the breasts uncovered or featuring such nudity topmast n the mast next above a lower mast and topmost in a fore-and-aft rig topmost adj at or nearest to the top uppermost topographic adj concerned with topography topography n the configuration of a surface and the relations among its man-made and natural features topography n precise detailed study of the surface features of a region topological adj of or relating to topology topology n topographic study of a given place (especially the history of the place as indicated by its topography) topology n the study of anatomy based on regions or divisions of the body and emphasizing the relations between various structures (muscles and nerves topology n the branch of pure mathematics that deals only with the properties of a figure X that hold for every figure into which X can be transformed topology n the configuration of a communication network topped adj having a top of a specified character topless topper n a worker who makes or adds the top to something topper n a worker who cuts tops off (of trees or vegetables etc.) topper n the person who is most outstanding or excellent; someone who tops all others best topper n an exceedingly good witticism that surpasses all that have gone before topping n a flavorful addition on top of a dish topping adj excellent; best possible topple v fall down, as if collapsing tumble topple v cause to topple or tumble by pushing tumble,tip tops adj of the highest quality ace,crack,super topsail n a sail (or either of a pair of sails) immediately above the lowermost sail of a mast and supported by a topmast topside n (usually plural) weather deck; the part of a ship's hull that is above the waterline topsoil n the layer of soil on the surface toque n a tall white hat with a pouched crown; worn by chefs toque n a small round woman's hat turban tor n a prominent rock or pile of rocks on a hill tor n a high rocky hill torah n the whole body of the Jewish sacred writings and tradition including the oral tradition torah n the first of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures comprising the first five books of the Hebrew Bible considered as a unit laws torah n (Judaism) the scroll of parchment on which the first five books of the Hebrew Scripture is written; is used in a synagogue during services torch n a light usually carried in the hand; consists of some flammable substance torch n tall-stalked very woolly mullein with densely packed yellow flowers; ancient Greeks and Romans dipped the stalks in tallow for funeral torch torch n a small portable battery-powered electric lamp flashlight torch n a burner that mixes air and gas to produce a very hot flame blowtorch torch v burn maliciously, as by arson tore n commonly the lowest molding at the base of a column torus torino n capital city of the Piemonte region of northwestern Italy turin torment n unbearable physical pain torture torment n extreme mental distress anguish,torture torment n intense feelings of suffering; acute mental or physical pain agony,torture torment n a feeling of intense annoyance caused by being tormented harassment torment v torment emotionally or mentally torture,rack torment v treat cruelly rag,bedevil,crucify,dun,frustrate torment v subject to torture torture tormented adj experiencing intense pain especially mental pain anguished,tortured tormented adj tormented or harassed by nightmares or unreasonable fears tormentor n someone who torments persecutor tormentor n a flat at each side of the stage to prevent the audience from seeing into the wings teaser torn adj having edges that are jagged from injury lacerate,lacerated,mangled torn adj disrupted by the pull of contrary forces tornado n a localized and violently destructive windstorm occurring over land characterized by a funnel-shaped cloud extending toward the ground twister tornado n a purified and potent form of cocaine that is smoked rather than snorted; highly addictive crack toronto n the provincial capital and largest city in Ontario (and the largest city in Canada) torpedo n a professional killer who uses a gun gunman,gunslinger,gun,hitman,shooter torpedo n a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condimen bomber,grinder,hero,hoagie,sub,submarine,wedge torpedo n an explosive device that is set off in an oil well (or a gas well) to start or to increase the flow of oil (or gas) torpedo n a small firework that consists of a percussion cap and some gravel wrapped in paper; explodes when thrown forcefully against a hard surface torpedo v attack or hit with torpedoes torpid adj slow and apathetic inert,sluggish,soggy torpid adj in a condition of biological rest or suspended animation dormant torpor n a state of motor and mental inactivity with a partial suspension of sensibility torpor n inactivity resulting from lethargy and lack of vigor or energy torque n a twisting force torsion torrent n a heavy rain downpour,cloudburst,deluge,soaker torrent n a violently fast stream of water (or other liquid) torrent n an overwhelming number or amount flood,inundation,deluge torrential adj relating to or resulting from the action of a torrent torrential adj resembling a torrent in force and abundance torrential adj pouring in abundance torrid adj characterized by intense emotion ardent,fervent,fervid,fiery,impassioned torrid adj emotionally charged and vigorously energetic torrid adj extremely hot and dry torsion n a tortuous and twisted shape or position contortion,crookedness torsion n a twisting force torque torsk n large edible marine fish of northern coastal waters; related to cod cusk torso n the body excluding the head and neck and limbs trunk,body tort n (law) any wrongdoing for which an action for damages may be brought tortellini n small ring-shaped stuffed pasta tortilla n thin unleavened pancake made from cornmeal or wheat flour tortious adj of or pertaining to the nature of a tort tortoise n usually herbivorous land turtles having clawed elephant-like limbs; worldwide in arid area except Australia and Antarctica tortoiseshell n the mottled horny substance of the shell of some turtles tortoiseshell n brilliantly colored; larvae feed on nettles tortoiseshell n a cat having black and cream-colored and yellowish markings tortuous adj highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious byzantine,convoluted,involved,knotty,tangled tortuous adj marked by repeated turns and bends twisting,twisty,winding,voluminous tortuous adj not straightforward torture n extreme mental distress anguish,torment torture n unbearable physical pain torment torture n intense feelings of suffering; acute mental or physical pain agony,torment torture n the act of distorting something so it seems to mean something it was not intended to mean distortion,straining,twisting torture v torment emotionally or mentally torment,rack torture v subject to torture torment tortured adj experiencing intense pain especially mental pain anguished,tormented torturer n someone who inflicts severe physical pain (usually for punishment or coercion) torturing n the deliberate, systematic, or wanton infliction of physical or mental suffering by one or more persons in an attempt to force another perso torture torturing adj extremely painful agonizing,excruciating,harrowing,torturous torturous adj extremely painful agonizing,excruciating,harrowing,torturing torus n a ring-shaped surface generated by rotating a circle around an axis that does not intersect the circle torus n commonly the lowest molding at the base of a column tore tory n an American who favored the British side during the American Revolution tory n a member of political party in Great Britain that has been known as the Conservative Party since 1832; was the opposition party to the Whigs tory n a supporter of traditional political and social institutions against the forces of reform; a political conservative tosh n pretentious or silly talk or writing baloney,bosh,drool,humbug,twaddle toss n the act of flipping a coin flip toss n (sports) the act of throwing the ball to another member of your team pass,flip toss n an abrupt movement toss v throw or toss with a light motion flip,sky,pitch toss v lightly throw to see which side comes up flip toss v throw carelessly chuck toss v move or stir about violently convulse,thresh,thrash,slash tot n a small amount (especially of a drink) tot n a young child toddler,yearling,bambino tot v determine the sum of total,sum,summate,add,tally total n the whole amount sum,totality,aggregate total n a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers sum,amount total v add up in number or quantity number,come,amount total v determine the sum of tot,sum,summate,add,tally total v damage beyond the point of repair total adj constituting the full quantity or extent; complete entire,full total adj complete in extent or degree and in every particular full totaled adj used of automobiles; completely demolished totalitarian n an adherent of totalitarian principles or totalitarian government totalitarian adj characterized by a government in which the political authority exercises absolute and centralized control totalitarian adj of or relating to the principles of totalitarianism according to which the state regulates every realm of life totalitarianism n a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.) dictatorship,absolutism,authoritarianism,despotism,stalinism,tyranny totalitarianism n the principle of complete and unrestricted power in government absolutism totality n the state of being total and complete entirety totality n the quality of being complete and indiscriminate totality n the whole amount sum,total,aggregate totally adv to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') wholly,entirely,completely,all,altogether,whole,right tote n a capacious bag or basket holdall tote v carry with difficulty lug,tug totem n a clan or tribe identified by their kinship to a common totemic object totem n emblem consisting of an object such as an animal or plant; serves as the symbol of a family or clan (especially among American Indians) totemic adj relating to totemism totter v move without being stable, as if threatening to fall totter v walk unsteadily toddle,dodder,paddle,waddle totter v move unsteadily, with a rocking motion teeter,seesaw tottering adj unsteady in gait as from infirmity or old age tottering adj (of structures or institutions) having lost stability; failing or on the point of collapse touch n the event of something coming in contact with the body touching touch n the faculty by which external objects or forces are perceived through contact with the body (especially the hands) touch n a suggestion of some quality trace,ghost touch n a distinguishing style signature touch v make physical contact with, come in contact with touch v perceive via the tactile sense touch v affect emotionally stir touch v be relevant to refer,pertain,relate,concern touchable adj perceptible by the senses especially the sense of touch tangible touchdown n a score in American football; being in possession of the ball across the opponents' goal line touchdown n a landing (as the wheels touch the landing field); especially of airplanes touched adj having come into contact untouched touched adj being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion moved,affected,stirred touched adj slightly insane fey touching n the event of something coming in contact with the body touch touching n the act of putting two things together with no space between them touch touching adj arousing affect affecting,poignant touchstone n a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated standard,criterion,measure touchwood n material for starting a fire kindling,tinder,spunk,punk touchy adj quick to take offense huffy,feisty touchy adj difficult to handle; requiring great tact delicate,ticklish tough n someone who learned to fight in the streets rather than being formally trained in the sport of boxing tough n an aggressive and violent young criminal hood,hoodlum,goon,punk,thug tough n a cruel and brutal fellow bully,hooligan,ruffian,rowdy,yob tough adj not given to gentleness or sentimentality tender tough adj very difficult; severely testing stamina or resolution rugged tough adj physically toughened toughened tender tough adj substantially made or constructed sturdy toughen v make tough or tougher toughened adj physically toughened tough toughened adj made hard or flexible or resilient especially by heat treatment tempered,treated,hardened toughness n enduring strength and energy stamina toughness n the property of being big and strong toughness n the elasticity and hardness of a metal object; its ability to absorb considerable energy before cracking temper toughness n impressive difficulty toulon n a port city and naval base in southeastern France on the Mediterranean coast toulouse n a city on the Garonne River in southern France to the southeast of Bordeaux; a cultural center of medieval Europe toupe n a small hairpiece to cover partial baldness toupee toupee n a small hairpiece to cover partial baldness toupe tour n a journey or route all the way around a particular place or area circuit tour n a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) go,spell,turn tour n a period of time spent in military service enlistment,hitch tour v make a tour of a certain place tourer n someone who travels for pleasure tourist tourer n large open car seating four with folding top phaeton tourette n French neurologist (1857-1904) tourism n the business of providing services to tourists tourist n someone who travels for pleasure tourer tourmaline n a mineral that is a complex borosilicate and hydroxide of aluminum containing iron and magnesium and calcium and lithium and sodium; it is u tournament n a sporting competition in which contestants play a series of games to decide the winner tourney tournament n a series of jousts between knights contesting for a prize tourney n a sporting competition in which contestants play a series of games to decide the winner tournament tourney v engage in a tourney tourniquet n bandage that stops the flow of blood from an artery by applying pressure tours n an industrial city in western France on the Loire River tousle v disarrange or rumple; dishevel dishevel,tangle tousled adj in disarray; extremely disorderly disheveled,rumpled tout n someone who buys tickets to an event in order to resell them at a profit tout n someone who advertises for customers in an especially brazen way tout n one who sells advice about gambling or speculation (especially at the racetrack) tipster tout v advertize in strongly positive terms tout v show off boast,swash,brag,gas,blow,bluster,vaunt tow n the act of hauling something (as a vehicle) by means of a hitch or rope tow v drag behind towboat n a powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships tugboat,tug,tower towel n a rectangular piece of absorbent cloth (or paper) for drying or wiping towel v wipe with a towel toweling n any of various fabrics (linen or cotton) used to make towels tower n a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building tower n anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower column,pillar tower n a powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships tugboat,tug,towboat tower v appear very large or occupy a commanding position loom,predominate,hulk towering adj of imposing height; especially standing out above others eminent,lofty,soaring towhee n any of numerous long-tailed American finches town n an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city town n the people living in a municipality smaller than a city townspeople,townsfolk town n an administrative division of a county township town n United States architect who was noted for his design and construction of truss bridges (1784-1844) towner n a resident of a town or city townsman townes n United States physicist who developed the laser and maser principles for producing high-intensity radiation (1915-) townie n resident of a college town not affiliated with the college townsend n United States social reformer who proposed an old-age pension sponsored by the federal government; his plan was a precursor to Social Securi townsfolk n the people living in a municipality smaller than a city town,townspeople township n an administrative division of a county town townsman n a person from the same town as yourself townsman n a resident of a town or city towner townspeople n the people living in a municipality smaller than a city town,townsfolk toxic adj of or relating to or caused by a toxin or poison nontoxic toxicant n any substance that causes injury or illness or death of a living organism poison toxicant adj having the qualities or effects of a poison poisonous toxicity n the degree to which something is poisonous toxicity n grave harmfulness or deadliness toxicological adj of or relating to toxicology toxicologist n one who studies the nature and effects of poisons and their treatment toxicology n the branch of pharmacology that deals with the nature and effects and treatments of poisons toxin n a poisonous substance produced during the metabolism and growth of certain microorganisms and some higher plant and animal species toy n an artifact designed to be played with plaything toy n a nonfunctional replica of something else (frequently used as a modifier) toy n a device regarded as providing amusement toy n a copy that reproduces a person or thing in greatly reduced size miniature toy v behave carelessly or indifferently dally,play,flirt toy v manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination fiddle,diddle,play toy v engage in an activity as if it were a game rather than take it seriously play toying n playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest flirt,flirting,flirtation,dalliance toyota n an industrial city of Japan in southern Honshu trace n a just detectable amount hint,tint,suggestion trace n an indication that something has been present vestige,tincture,shadow trace n a suggestion of some quality touch,ghost trace n a drawing created by superimposing a semitransparent sheet of paper on the original image and copying on it the lines of the original image tracing trace v follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something follow trace v make a mark or lines on a surface draw,line,describe,delineate trace v to go back over again retrace trace v pursue or chase relentlessly hound,hunt traceable adj (usually followed by `to') able to be traced to traceable adj capable of being traced or tracked trackable untraceable tracer n an investigator who is employed to find missing persons or missing goods tracer n an instrument used to make tracings tracer n (radiology) any radioactive isotope introduced into the body to study metabolism or other biological processes tracer n ammunition whose flight can be observed by a trail of smoke trachea n membranous tube with cartilaginous rings that conveys inhaled air from the larynx to the bronchi windpipe trachea n one of the tubules forming the respiratory system of most insects and many arachnids tracheal adj relating to or resembling or functioning like a trachea tracing n the act of drawing a plan or diagram or outline tracing n a drawing created by superimposing a semitransparent sheet of paper on the original image and copying on it the lines of the original image trace tracing n the discovery and description of the course of development of something track n a line or route along which something travels or moves path,course track n evidence pointing to a possible solution lead,trail track n a pair of parallel rails providing a runway for wheels track n a course over which races are run racetrack,raceway track v carry on the feet and deposit track v observe or plot the moving path of something track v go after with the intent to catch chase,trail,tail,tag,dog track v travel across or pass over traverse,cover,cross trackable adj capable of being traced or tracked traceable tracked adj having tracks trackless tracker n someone who tracks down game tracking n the pursuit (of a person or animal) by following tracks or marks they left behind trailing trackless adj having no tracks tracked trackless adj lacking pathways tract n an extended area of land parcel tract n a system of body parts that together serve some particular purpose tract n a brief treatise on a subject of interest; published in the form of a booklet pamphlet tract n a bundle of myelinated nerve fibers following a path through the brain pathway tractable adj easily managed (controlled or taught or molded) intractable tractable adj responsive to suggestions and influences amenable traction n the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road) grip traction n (orthopedics) the act of pulling on a bone or limb (as in a fracture) to relieve pressure or align parts in a special way during healing tractor n a wheeled vehicle with large wheels; used in farming and other applications tractor n a truck that has a cab but no body; used for pulling large trailers or vans tracy n United States film actor who appeared in many films with Katharine Hepburn (1900-1967) trad n traditional jazz as revived in the 1950s trade n the commercial exchange (buying and selling on domestic or international markets) of goods and services trade n the skilled practice of a practical occupation craft trade n the business given to a commercial establishment by its customers patronage trade n a particular instance of buying or selling deal trade v engage in the trade of merchandise trade v turn in as payment or part payment for a purchase trade v be traded at a certain price or under certain conditions trade v exchange or give (something) in exchange for swap,swop,switch trademark n a distinctive characteristic or attribute hallmark,earmark trademark n a formally registered symbol identifying the manufacturer or distributor of a product trademark v mark with a brand or trademark brand trademark v register the trademark of trademarked adj (of goods and merchandise) labeled with proprietary (and legally registered) identification guaranteeing exclusive use trader n someone who purchases and maintains an inventory of goods to be sold bargainer,dealer,monger trading n buying or selling securities or commodities tradition n an inherited pattern of thought or action tradition n a specific practice of long standing custom traditional adj consisting of or derived from tradition nontraditional traditional adj pertaining to time-honored orthodox doctrines traditionalist n one who adheres to traditional views diehard traditionalist adj stubbornly conservative and narrow-minded hidebound traditionally adv according to tradition; in a traditional manner traduce v speak unfavorably about badmouth,malign trafalgar n a naval battle in 1805 off the southwest coast of Spain; the French and Spanish fleets were defeated by the English under Nelson (who was mo traffic n the aggregation of things (pedestrians or vehicles) coming and going in a particular locality during a specified period of time traffic n buying and selling; especially illicit trade traffic n the amount of activity over a communication system during a given period of time traffic n social or verbal interchange (usually followed by `with') dealings traffic v deal illegally traffic v trade or deal a commodity trafficker n someone who promotes or exchanges goods or services for money seller,marketer,vendor tragedy n an event resulting in great loss and misfortune calamity,catastrophe,disaster,cataclysm tragedy n drama in which the protagonist is overcome by some superior force or circumstance; excites terror or pity comedy tragic adj very sad; especially involving grief or death or destruction tragic adj of or relating to or characteristic of tragedy tragically adv in a tragic manner; with tragic consequences tragicomic adj of or relating to or characteristic of tragicomedy tragicomic adj manifesting both tragic and comic aspects tragicomic adj having pathetic as well as ludicrous characteristics tragus n a small cartilaginous flap in front of the external opening of the ear trail n a track or mark left by something that has passed trail n a path or track roughly blazed through wild or hilly country trail n evidence pointing to a possible solution lead,track trail v to lag or linger behind drag trail v go after with the intent to catch chase,tail,tag,dog,track trail v move, proceed, or walk draggingly or slowly shack trail v hang down so as to drag along the ground trailer n someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind drone,laggard,poke trailer n an advertisement consisting of short scenes from a motion picture that will appear in the near future preview trailer n a large transport conveyance designed to be pulled by a truck or tractor trailer n a wheeled vehicle that can be pulled by a car or truck and is equipped for occupancy trailing n the pursuit (of a person or animal) by following tracks or marks they left behind tracking train n public transport provided by a line of railway cars coupled together and drawn by a locomotive train n a sequentially ordered set of things or events or ideas in which each successive member is related to the preceding string train n a procession (of wagons or mules or camels) traveling together in single file caravan train n a series of consequences wrought by an event train v create by training and teaching develop,prepare,educate train v undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession prepare train v develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control discipline,check,condition train v educate for a future role or function prepare,groom trained adj shaped or conditioned or disciplined by training; often used as a combining form untrained trainee n someone who is being trained trainer n one who trains other persons or animals trainer n simulator consisting of a machine on the ground that simulates the conditions of flying a plane training n activity leading to skilled behavior preparation,grooming training n the result of good upbringing (especially knowledge of correct social behavior) education,breeding traipse v walk or tramp about shlep trait n a distinguishing feature of your personal nature traitor n someone who betrays his country by committing treason traitor n a person who says one thing and does another traitorous adj having the character of, or characteristic of, a traitor unfaithful,treasonous trajectory n the path followed by an object moving through space flight tram n a conveyance that transports passengers or freight in carriers suspended from cables and supported by a series of towers ropeway tram n a four-wheeled wagon that runs on tracks in a mine tram n a wheeled vehicle that runs on rails and is propelled by electricity streetcar,trolley tram v travel by tram tramline n the track on which trams or streetcars run trammel n a fishing net with three layers; the outer two are coarse mesh and the loose inner layer is fine mesh trammel n an adjustable pothook set in a fireplace trammel n a restraint that is used to teach a horse to amble trammel n a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner) shackle,bond,hamper trammel v catch in or as if in a trap trap,entrap,snare,ensnare trammel v place limits on (extent or amount or access) restrict,limit,bound,confine,throttle tramp n a vagrant hobo,bum tramp n a person who engages freely in promiscuous sex swinger tramp n a foot traveler; someone who goes on an extended walk (for pleasure) hiker,tramper tramp n a heavy footfall tramp v travel on foot, especially on a walking expedition tramp v walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud slog,plod,trudge,pad tramp v cross on foot tramp v move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment roll,wander,swan,stray,roam,cast,ramble,rove tramper n someone who walks with a heavy noisy gait or who stamps on the ground stamper,stomper tramper n a foot traveler; someone who goes on an extended walk (for pleasure) hiker,tramp trample n the sound of heavy treading or stomping trampling trample v tread or stomp heavily or roughly tread trample v injure by trampling or as if by trampling trample v walk on and flatten trampling n the sound of heavy treading or stomping trample trampoline n gymnastic apparatus consisting of a strong canvas sheet attached with springs to a metal frame; used for tumbling trance n a psychological state induced by (or as if induced by) a magical incantation enchantment,spell trance n a state of mind in which consciousness is fragile and voluntary action is poor or missing; a state resembling deep sleep trance v attract; cause to be enamored capture,catch,enamor,captivate,beguile,charm,fascinate,bewitch tranquil adj (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves placid,quiet,still,smooth,unruffled tranquil adj not agitated; without losing self-possession calm,serene tranquility n a disposition free from stress or emotion repose,quiet,serenity,tranquillity tranquility n an untroubled state; free from disturbances tranquillity,quiet tranquility n a state of peace and quiet tranquillity,quietness tranquilize v make calm or still calm,quiet,quieten,lull,still tranquilize v cause to be calm or quiet as by administering a sedative to sedate,calm tranquilizer n a drug used to reduce stress or tension without reducing mental clarity tranquilizing adj tending to soothe or tranquilize sedative tranquillity n an untroubled state; free from disturbances tranquility,quiet tranquillity n a state of peace and quiet tranquility,quietness tranquillity n a disposition free from stress or emotion repose,quiet,serenity,tranquility transact v conduct business transaction n the act of transacting within or between groups (as carrying on commercial activities) dealing,dealings transactions n a written account of what transpired at a meeting minutes,proceedings transatlantic adj crossing the Atlantic Ocean transcend v be greater in scope or size than some standard exceed,surpass transcend v be superior or better than some standard exceed,overstep,pass,top transcendence n a state of being or existence above and beyond the limits of material experience transcendence n the state of excelling or surpassing or going beyond usual limits superiority transcendent adj exceeding or surpassing usual limits especially in excellence surpassing transcendent adj beyond and outside the ordinary range of human experience or understanding transcendental adj existing outside of or not in accordance with nature otherworldly transcendental adj of or characteristic of a system of philosophy emphasizing the intuitive and spiritual above the empirical and material transcontinental adj spanning or crossing or on the farther side of a continent transcribe v write out from speech, notes, etc. transcribe v rewrite in a different script transliterate transcribe v rewrite or arrange a piece of music for an instrument or medium other than that originally intended transcribe v make a phonetic transcription of transcribed adj recorded for broadcast canned transcriber n a person who translates written messages from one language to another translator transcriber n someone who rewrites in a different script transcriber n someone who represents the sounds of speech in phonetic notation transcriber n someone who makes a written version of spoken material transcript n something that has been transcribed; a written record (usually typewritten) of dictated or recorded speech transcript n a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record) copy transcription n something written, especially copied from one medium to another, as a typewritten version of dictation transcription n (genetics) the organic process whereby the DNA sequence in a gene is copied into mRNA; the process whereby a base sequence of messenger RNA transcription n a sound or television recording (e.g., from a broadcast to a tape recording) transcription n the act of arranging and adapting a piece of music arrangement,arranging transducer n an electrical device that converts one form of energy into another transect v cut across or divide transversely transept n structure forming the transverse part of a cruciform church; crosses the nave at right angles transfer n the act of moving something from one location to another transportation,transport,conveyance transfer n someone who transfers or is transferred from one position to another transfer n the act of transfering something from one form to another transference transfer n a ticket that allows a passenger to change conveyances transfer v transfer somebody to a different position or location of work reassign transfer v move from one place to another transfer v lift and reset in another soil or situation transplant transfer v move around shift transferability n the quality of being transferable or exchangeable transferable adj capable of being moved or conveyed from one place to another movable,transportable transferable adj legally transferable to the ownership of another assignable,negotiable transference n (psychoanalysis) the process whereby emotions are passed on or displaced from one person to another; during psychoanalysis the displacement transference n transferring ownership transfer transference n the act of transfering something from one form to another transfer transfigure v elevate or idealize, in allusion to Christ's transfiguration glorify transfigure v change completely the nature or appearance of metamorphose transfix v to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe fascinate,grip transfix v pierce with a sharp stake or point impale,spike transfixed adj having your attention fixated as though by a spell fascinated,hypnotized,mesmerized,spellbound transform v subject to a mathematical transformation transform v change or alter in form, appearance, or nature transmute transform v change in outward structure or looks transmute,metamorphose transform v change from one form or medium into another translate transformation n a qualitative change shift transformation n (mathematics) a function that changes the position or direction of the axes of a coordinate system transformation n a rule describing the conversion of one syntactic structure into another related syntactic structure transformation n (genetics) modification of a cell or bacterium by the uptake and incorporation of exogenous DNA transformed adj given a completely different form or appearance transformer n an electrical device by which alternating current of one voltage is changed to another voltage transfuse v impart gradually instill transfuse v pour out of one vessel into another transfuse v treat by applying evacuated cups to the patient's skin cup transfuse v give a transfusion (e.g., of blood) to transfusion n the introduction of blood or blood plasma into a vein or artery transfusion n the action of pouring a liquid from one vessel to another transgender adj involving a partial or full reversal of gender transgress v act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises offend,violate,breach,break transgress v spread over land, especially along a subsiding shoreline transgress v commit a sin; violate a law of God or a moral law sin,trespass transgress v pass beyond (limits or boundaries) trespass,overstep transgression n the act of transgressing; the violation of a law or a duty or moral principle transgression n the spreading of the sea over land as evidenced by the deposition of marine strata over terrestrial strata transgression n the action of going beyond or overstepping some boundary or limit transgressor n someone who transgresses; someone who violates a law or command transience n an impermanence that suggests the inevitability of ending or dying transience n the attribute of being brief or fleeting brevity transient n one who stays for only a short time transient n (physics) a short-lived oscillation in a system caused by a sudden change of voltage or current or load transient adj of a mental act; causing effects outside the mind transient adj lasting a very short time ephemeral,passing,transitory transistor n a semiconductor device capable of amplification transit n a surveying instrument for measuring horizontal and vertical angles, consisting of a small telescope mounted on a tripod transit n a facility consisting of the means and equipment necessary for the movement of passengers or goods transportation transit n a journey usually by ship passage transit v make a passage or journey from one place to another transit v pass across (a sign or house of the zodiac) or pass across (the disk of a celestial body or the meridian of a place) transit v revolve (the telescope of a surveying transit) about its horizontal transverse axis in order to reverse its direction transit v cause or enable to pass through transition n the act of passing from one state or place to the next passage transition n an event that results in a transformation conversion transition n a change from one place or state or subject or stage to another transition n a musical passage moving from one key to another modulation transition v cause to convert or undergo a transition transition v make or undergo a transition (from one state or system to another) transitional adj of or relating to or characterized by transition transitory adj lasting a very short time ephemeral,passing,transient translate v restate (words) from one language into another language interpret,render translate v change from one form or medium into another transform translate v make sense of a language understand,read,interpret translate v bring to a certain spiritual state translation n a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language rendering,version translation n a uniform movement without rotation translation n the act of changing in form or shape or appearance transformation translation n (mathematics) a transformation in which the origin of the coordinate system is moved to another position but the direction of each axis rema translator n a person who translates written messages from one language to another transcriber translator n someone who mediates between speakers of different languages interpreter translator n a program that translates one programming language into another transliterate v rewrite in a different script transcribe translocate v transfer (a chromosomal segment) to a new position translocate v move from one place to another, especially of wild animals translucent adj allowing light to pass through diffusely transmigration n the passing of a soul into another body after death transmission n the act of sending a message; causing a message to be transmitted transmittal,transmitting transmission n communication by means of transmitted signals transmission n the fraction of radiant energy that passes through a substance transmission n an incident in which an infectious disease is transmitted infection,contagion transmit v transfer to another convey,communicate transmit v transmit or serve as the medium for transmission impart,conduct,convey,carry,channel transmit v broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television air,send,broadcast,beam transmit v send from one person or place to another transfer,transport,channel transmittable adj (of disease) capable of being transmitted by infection catching,communicable,contagious transmittal n the act of sending a message; causing a message to be transmitted transmission,transmitting transmitted adj occurring among members of a family usually by heredity familial,genetic,hereditary,inherited transmitter n someone who transmits a message sender transmitter n any agent (person or animal or microorganism) that carries and transmits a disease vector transmitter n set used to broadcast radio or tv signals sender transmitting n the act of sending a message; causing a message to be transmitted transmission,transmittal transmute v change in outward structure or looks transform,metamorphose transmute v change or alter in form, appearance, or nature transform transmute v alter the nature of (elements) transnational adj involving or operating in several nations or nationalities multinational transoceanic adj on or from the other side of an ocean transom n a window above a door that is usually hinged to a horizontal crosspiece over the door fanlight transom n a horizontal crosspiece across a window or separating a door from a window over it traverse transparency n permitting the free passage of electromagnetic radiation opacity transparency n the quality of being clear and transparent transparency n picture consisting of a positive photograph or drawing on a transparent base; viewed with a projector foil transparent adj transmitting light; able to be seen through with clarity crystalline,lucid transparent adj so thin as to transmit light diaphanous,gossamer,sheer,vaporous transparent adj free of deceit guileless transparent adj easily understood or seen through (because of a lack of subtlety) transparently adv so as to be easily understood or seen through transparently adv so as to allow the passage of light transpire v pass through the tissue or substance or its pores or interstices, as of gas transpire v exude water vapor transpire v come to light; become known transpire v come about, happen, or occur transpiring adj that is passing through transplant n (surgery) tissue or organ transplanted from a donor to a recipient; in some cases the patient can be both donor and recipient graft transplant n an operation moving an organ from one organism (the donor) to another (the recipient) transplantation transplant n the act of removing something from one location and introducing it in another location transplantation,transplanting transplant v lift and reset in another soil or situation transfer transplant v be transplantable transplant v place the organ of a donor into the body of a recipient graft transplant v transfer from one place or period to another transfer,transpose transplantation n an operation moving an organ from one organism (the donor) to another (the recipient) transplant transplantation n the act of removing something from one location and introducing it in another location transplant,transplanting transplanting n the act of removing something from one location and introducing it in another location transplant,transplantation transponder n electrical device designed to receive a specific signal and automatically transmit a specific reply transport n something that serves as a means of transportation conveyance transport n an exchange of molecules (and their kinetic energy and momentum) across the boundary between adjacent layers of a fluid or across cell membr transport n the commercial enterprise of moving goods and materials transportation,shipping transport n a state of being carried away by overwhelming emotion ecstasy,rapture transport v move something or somebody around; usually over long distances transport v move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body carry transport v hold spellbound enchant,enrapture,enthral,delight transport v transport commercially send,ship transportable adj capable of being moved or conveyed from one place to another movable,transferable transportation n a facility consisting of the means and equipment necessary for the movement of passengers or goods transit transportation n the act of moving something from one location to another transport,transfer,conveyance transportation n the sum charged for riding in a public conveyance fare transportation n the United States federal department that institutes and coordinates national transportation programs; created in 1966 dot transporter n a long truck for carrying motor vehicles transporter n a crane for moving material with dispatch as in loading and unloading ships transporter n a moving belt that transports objects (as in a factory) conveyer,conveyor transpose n a matrix formed by interchanging the rows and columns of a given matrix transpose v change the order or arrangement of permute,commute transpose v transfer from one place or period to another transfer,transplant transpose v cause to change places interchange transpose v transfer a quantity from one side of an equation to the other side reversing its sign, in order to maintain equality transposed adj turned about in order or relation converse,reversed transsexual n a person who has undergone a sex change operation transsexual n a person whose sexual identification is entirely with the opposite sex transsexual adj identifying with the opposite gender from the one that one is born with transship v transfer for further transportation from one ship or conveyance to another transvaal n a province of northeastern South Africa originally inhabited by Africans who spoke Bantu; colonized by the Boers transverse adj extending or lying across; in a crosswise direction; at right angles to the long axis cross transvestite n someone who adopts the dress or manner or sexual role of the opposite sex transvestite adj receiving sexual gratification from wearing clothing of the opposite sex transylvania n a historical plateau region in northwestern Romania that is separated from the rest of the country by the Transylvanian Alps; originally par trap n a device in which something (usually an animal) can be caught and penned trap n drain consisting of a U-shaped section of drainpipe that holds liquid and so prevents a return flow of sewer gas trap n something (often something deceptively attractive) that catches you unawares snare trap n a device to hurl clay pigeons into the air for trapshooters trap v place in a confining or embarrassing position trap v catch in or as if in a trap entrap,snare,ensnare,trammel trap v hold or catch as if in a trap trap v to hold fast or prevent from moving pin,immobilize trapeze n a swing used by circus acrobats trapped adj forced to turn and face attackers cornered trapper n someone who sets traps for animals (usually to obtain their furs) trapping n stable gear consisting of a decorated covering for a horse, especially (formerly) for a warhorse housing trappings n (usually plural) accessory wearing apparel furnishing trappist n member of an order of monks noted for austerity and a vow of silence cistercian trash n worthless material that is to be disposed of rubbish,scrap trash n worthless people scum trash n nonsensical talk or writing folderol,rubbish,tripe,applesauce trash n an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system methamphetamine,meth,chalk,crank,glass,ice trash v dispose of (something useless or old) junk,scrap trash v express a totally negative opinion of pan trashy adj cheap and inferior; of no value trashy adj tastelessly showy brassy,cheap,flash,flashy,garish,gaudy,loud,tacky trauma n any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc. injury,hurt,harm trauma n an emotional wound or shock often having long-lasting effects traumatic adj of or relating to a physical injury or wound to the body traumatic adj psychologically painful traumatize v inflict a trauma upon shock travail n concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child labor,labour,confinement,childbed travail n use of physical or mental energy; hard work effort,exertion,sweat travail v work hard labor,labour,toil,grind,drudge,dig,moil trave n a horizontal beam that extends across something traverse,crosspiece travel n the act of going from one place to another traveling,travelling travel n a movement through space that changes the location of something travel n self-propelled movement locomotion travel v change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically go,move travel v undertake a journey or trip journey travel v make a trip for pleasure trip,jaunt travel v travel upon or across journey traveled adj traveled over or through; sometimes used as a combining term traveled adj familiar with many parts of the world travelled traveler n a person who changes location traveller traveling n the act of going from one place to another travel,travelling travelled adj familiar with many parts of the world traveled traveller n a person who changes location traveler travelling n the act of going from one place to another travel,traveling travelogue n a film or illustrated lecture on traveling traverse n a horizontal beam that extends across something trave,crosspiece traverse n a horizontal crosspiece across a window or separating a door from a window over it transom traverse n taking a zigzag path on skis traverse n travel across traverse v travel across or pass over track,cover,cross traverse v to cover or extend over an area or time period cross,span,sweep traverse v deny formally (an allegation of fact by the opposing party) in a legal suit deny travesty n a comedy characterized by broad satire and improbable situations farce travesty n a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way parody,lampoon,spoof,mockery,takeoff,burlesque travesty v make a travesty of trawl n a long fishing line with many shorter lines and hooks attached to it (usually suspended between buoys) spiller,trotline trawl n a conical fishnet dragged through the water at great depths dragnet trawl v fish with trawlers trawler n a fisherman who use a trawl net trawler n a fishing boat that uses a trawl net or dragnet to catch fish dragger tray n an open receptacle for holding or displaying or serving articles or food treacherous adj dangerously unstable and unpredictable unreliable treacherous adj tending to betray; especially having a treacherous character as attributed to the Carthaginians by the Romans punic treachery n betrayal of a trust perfidy treachery n an act of deliberate betrayal betrayal,treason,perfidy treacle n a pale cane syrup treacle n writing or music that is excessively sweet and sentimental mush,slop,glop tread n a step in walking or running pace,stride tread n the grooved surface of a pneumatic tire tread n the part (as of a wheel or shoe) that makes contact with the ground tread n structural member consisting of the horizontal part of a stair or step tread v put down or press the foot, place the foot step tread v tread or stomp heavily or roughly trample tread v crush as if by treading on tread v brace (an archer's bow) by pressing the foot against the center treadle n a lever that is operated with the foot pedal treadle v tread over treadle v operate (machinery) by a treadle treadmill n an exercise device consisting of an endless belt on which a person can walk or jog without changing place treadmill n a mill that is powered by men or animals walking on a circular belt or climbing steps treadwheel treadmill n a job involving drudgery and confinement treadwheel n a mill that is powered by men or animals walking on a circular belt or climbing steps treadmill treason n a crime that undermines the offender's government treason n disloyalty by virtue of subversive behavior treason n an act of deliberate betrayal treachery,betrayal,perfidy treasonous adj having the character of, or characteristic of, a traitor traitorous,unfaithful treasure n accumulated wealth in the form of money or jewels etc. treasure n art highly prized for its beauty or perfection gem treasure n any possession that is highly valued by its owner treasure n a collection of precious things treasure v hold dear prize,value,appreciate treasure v be fond of; be attached to cherish treasured adj characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for cherished,precious,wanted treasurer n an officer charged with receiving and disbursing funds treasury n the funds of a government or institution or individual exchequer treasury n the government department responsible for collecting and managing and spending public revenues treasury n negotiable debt obligations of the United States government which guarantees that interest and principal payments will be paid on time treasury n the British cabinet minister responsible for economic strategy treat n something considered choice to eat dainty,delicacy,goody,kickshaw treat n an occurrence that causes special pleasure or delight treat v interact in a certain way handle treat v subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition process treat v provide treatment for treat v act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression cover,handle,plow,deal,address treated adj subjected to a physical (or chemical) treatment or action or agent untreated treated adj given medical care or treatment untreated treated adj made hard or flexible or resilient especially by heat treatment tempered,hardened,toughened treater n someone who negotiates (confers with others in order to reach a settlement) negotiator treatise n a formal exposition treatment n care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury) intervention treatment n the management of someone or something handling treatment n a manner of dealing with something artistically treatment n an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic discussion,discourse treaty n a written agreement between two states or sovereigns pact,accord treble n the pitch range of the highest female voice soprano treble v sing treble treble v increase threefold triple treble adj having or denoting a high range soprano treble adj three times as great or many threefold,triple treble adj having three units or components or elements ternary,triple,triplex treble adj having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities double,dual,twofold,threefold tree n a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms tree n a figure that branches from a single root tree n English actor and theatrical producer noted for his lavish productions of Shakespeare (1853-1917) tree v force a person or an animal into a position from which he cannot escape corner tree v plant with trees tree v chase an animal up a tree tree v stretch (a shoe) on a shoetree treeless adj not wooded treenail n a wooden peg that is used to fasten timbers in shipbuilding; water causes the peg to swell and hold the timbers fast trunnel treetop n the upper branches and leaves of a tree or other plant crown tref adj not conforming to dietary laws trefoil n any of several Old World herbs of the genus Medicago having small flowers and trifoliate compound leaves medic trefoil n a plant of the genus Trifolium clover trefoil n an architectural ornament in the form of three arcs arranged in a circle trek n a journey by ox wagon (especially an organized migration by a group of settlers) trek n any long and difficult trip trek v journey on foot, especially in the mountains trek v make a long and difficult journey trekker n a traveler who makes a long arduous journey (as hiking through mountainous country) trellis n latticework used to support climbing plants trellis v train on a trellis, as of a vine trema n an evergreen tree of the family Ulmaceae that grows in tropical America and Africa and Asia tremble n a reflex motion caused by cold or fear or excitement shiver,shake tremble v move or jerk quickly and involuntarily up and down or sideways trembling n a shaky motion shaking,shakiness,quiver,quivering,vibration,palpitation trembling adj vibrating slightly and irregularly; as e.g. with fear or cold or like the leaves of an aspen in a breeze shaky,shivering tremendous adj extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree enormous tremendous adj extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers fantastic,grand,howling,marvelous,marvellous,rattling,terrific,wonderful tremendous adj extreme in degree or extent or amount or impact frightful,terrible,awful tremendously adv extremely enormously,hugely,staggeringly tremor n an involuntary vibration (as if from illness or fear) shudder tremor n a small earthquake tremor n shaking or trembling (usually resulting from weakness or stress or disease) tremor v shake with seismic vibrations quake tremulous adj (of the voice) quivering as from weakness or fear quavering tremulously adv in a tremulous manner trench n a ditch dug as a fortification having a parapet of the excavated earth trench n a long steep-sided depression in the ocean floor deep trench n any long ditch cut in the ground trench v impinge or infringe upon impinge,encroach,entrench trench v fortify by surrounding with trenches trench v cut or carve deeply into trench v set, plant, or bury in a trench trenchant adj having keenness and forcefulness and penetration in thought, expression, or intellect searching trenchant adj characterized by or full of force and vigor trenchant adj clearly or sharply defined to the mind distinct trencher n someone who digs trenches trencher n a wooden board or platter on which food is served or carved trend n a general direction in which something tends to move tendency trend n general line of orientation course trend n a general tendency to change (as of opinion) drift,movement trend n the popular taste at a given time vogue,style trend v turn sharply; change direction abruptly swerve,sheer,curve,veer,slue,slew,cut trendy adj in accord with the latest fad trent n a river in central England that flows generally northeastward to join with the Ouse River and form the Humber trent n a city in northern Italy (northwest of Venice) on the River Adige; the site of the Council of Trent trental n a drug (trade name Trental) used to treat claudication; believed to increase the flexibility of red blood cells so they can flow through the trenton n capital of the state of New Jersey; located in western New Jersey on the Delaware river trepan n a surgical instrument used to remove sections of bone from the skull trepan n a drill for cutting circular holes around a center trepan v cut a hole with a trepan, as in surgery trepidation n a feeling of alarm or dread trespass n a wrongful interference with the possession of property (personal property as well as realty), or the action instituted to recover damages trespass n entry to another's property without right or permission encroachment,violation,intrusion,usurpation trespass v enter unlawfully on someone's property intrude trespass v make excessive use of trespass v break the law trespass v commit a sin; violate a law of God or a moral law sin,transgress trespassing adj gradually intrusive without right or permission encroaching,invasive tress n a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair braid,plait,twist trestle n a supporting tower used to support a bridge trestle n sawhorses used in pairs to support a horizontal tabletop trews n (used in the plural) tight-fitting trousers; usually of tartan trey n the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one three,trio,threesome,tierce,leash,troika,triad,trine trey n one of four playing cards in a deck having three pips three triad n the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one three,trio,threesome,tierce,leash,troika,trine,trinity triad n a set of three similar things considered as a unit trio,triplet,triple triad n three people considered as a unit trio,threesome,trinity triad n a three-note major or minor chord; a note and its third and fifth tones triage n sorting and allocating aid on the basis of need for or likely benefit from medical treatment or food trial n the act of testing something test,run trial n trying something to find out about it test,tryout trial n the act of undergoing testing test trial n (law) the determination of a person's innocence or guilt by due process of law triangle n a three-sided polygon trigon,trilateral triangle n something approximating the shape of a triangle triangle n a small northern constellation near Perseus between Andromeda and Aries triangle n any of various triangular drafting instruments used to draw straight lines at specified angles triangular adj having three angles; forming or shaped like a triangle triangular adj having three sides trilateral triangulate v divide into triangles or give a triangular form to triangulate v measure by using trigonometry triangulate v survey by triangulation triangulate adj composed of or marked with triangles triangulation n a trigonometric method of determining the position of a fixed point from the angles to it from two fixed points a known distance apart; usef triangulation n a method of surveying; the area is divided into triangles and the length of one side and its angles with the other two are measured, then th triassic n from 230 million to 190 million years ago; dinosaurs, marine reptiles; volcanic activity triassic adj of or relating to or denoting the first period of the Mesozoic era tribal adj relating to or characteristic of a tribe tribalism n the state of living together in tribes tribalism n the beliefs of a tribal society tribe n a social division of (usually preliterate) people folk tribe n a federation (as of American Indians) tribe n (biology) a taxonomic category between a genus and a subfamily tribe n group of people related by blood or marriage kin,kindred,clan tribesman n someone who lives in a tribe tribulation n an annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event trial,visitation tribunal n an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business court tribune n (ancient Rome) an official elected by the plebeians to protect their interests tribune n the apse of a Christian church that contains the bishop's throne tributary n a branch that flows into the main stream feeder,confluent,affluent tributary adj (of a stream) flowing into a larger stream tributary adj paying tribute tributary adj tending to bring about; being partly responsible for conducive,contributing,contributory tribute n something given or done as an expression of esteem testimonial tribute n payment by one nation for protection by another tribute n payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence protection trice n a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) flash,heartbeat,instant,jiffy,twinkling,wink trice v raise with a line trice v hoist up or in and lash or secure with a small rope triceps n any skeletal muscle having three origins (but especially the triceps brachii) triceratops n huge ceratopsian dinosaur having three horns and the neck heavily armored with a very solid frill trichrome adj having or involving three colors trick n a cunning or deceitful action or device trick n a period of work or duty trick n an attempt to get you to do something foolish or imprudent trick n a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement antic,joke,prank,caper trick v deceive somebody fob,fox tricker n someone who plays practical jokes on others prankster,trickster trickery n verbal misrepresentation intended to take advantage of you in some way slickness,skulduggery trickery n the use of tricks to deceive someone (usually to extract money from them) chicanery,chicane,guile,wile,shenanigan trickle n flowing in drops; the formation and falling of drops of liquid drip,dribble trickle v run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream dribble,filter trickster n someone who plays practical jokes on others prankster,tricker trickster n someone who leads you to believe something that is not true deceiver,cheat,cheater,slicker trickster n a mischievous supernatural being found in the folklore of many primitive people; sometimes distinguished by prodigious biological drives and tricky adj not to be trusted slippery tricky adj having concealed difficulty catchy tricky adj marked by skill in deception crafty,cunning,dodgy,foxy,slick,sly,wily tricolour n a flag having three colored stripes (especially the French flag) tricorn n cocked hat with the brim turned up to form three points tricot n a knitted fabric or one resembling knitting tricuspid adj having three cusps or points (especially a molar tooth) tricycle n a vehicle with three wheels that is moved by foot pedals trike trident n a spear with three prongs tried adj tested and proved useful or correct tested tried adj tested and proved to be reliable tested triennial n the 300th anniversary (or the celebration of it) triennial adj occurring every third year or lasting 3 years trier n one (as a judge) who examines and settles a case trier n one who tries trifle n a cold pudding made of layers of sponge cake spread with fruit or jelly; may be decorated with nuts, cream, or chocolate trifle n a detail that is considered insignificant triviality trifle n something of small importance triviality,trivia trifle v waste time; spend one's time idly or inefficiently piddle,wanton trifle v act frivolously trifle v consider not very seriously dally,play trifling n the deliberate act of delaying and playing instead of working dalliance,dawdling trifling adj not worth considering negligible,paltry trig n the mathematics of triangles and trigonometric functions trigonometry trig adj neat and smart in appearance trim trigger n lever that activates the firing mechanism of a gun trigger n a device that activates or releases or causes something to happen trigger n an act that sets in motion some course of events induction,initiation trigger v put in motion or move to act trip,activate,spark trigger v release or pull the trigger on triggerfish n any of numerous compressed deep-bodied tropical fishes with sandpapery skin and erectile spines in the first dorsal fin triglyceride n glyceride occurring naturally in animal and vegetable tissues; it consists of three individual fatty acids bound together in a single large trigon n a three-sided polygon triangle,trilateral trigon n (astrology) one of four groups of the zodiac where each group consists of three signs separated from each other by 120 degrees trigon n a triangular lyre of ancient Greece and Rome trigonometry n the mathematics of triangles and trigonometric functions trig trike n a vehicle with three wheels that is moved by foot pedals tricycle trilateral n a three-sided polygon triangle,trigon trilateral adj involving three parties trilateral adj having three sides triangular trilby n singer in a novel by George du Maurier who was under the control of the hypnotist Svengali trilby n a hat made of felt with a creased crown fedora,homburg,stetson trill n a note that alternates rapidly with another note a semitone above it shake trill n the articulation of a consonant (especially the consonant `r') with a rapid flutter of the tongue against the palate or uvula trill v pronounce with a trill, of the phoneme `r' trill v sing or play with trills, alternating with the half note above or below warble,quaver trilling n United States literary critic (1905-1975) trillion n a very large indefinite number (usually hyperbole) million,billion,zillion,gazillion trillion n the number that is represented as a one followed by 18 zeros trillion n the number that is represented as a one followed by 12 zeros trillion adj one quintillion in Great Britain trillion adj one million million in the United States trillionth n one part in a trillion equal parts trillionth adj the ordinal number of one trillion in counting order trillium n any liliaceous plant of the genus Trillium having a whorl of three leaves at the top of the stem with a single three-petaled flower trilogy n a set of three literary or dramatic works related in subject or theme trim n a state of arrangement or appearance trim n a decoration or adornment on a garment trimming trim n attitude of an aircraft in flight when allowed to take its own orientation trim n cutting down to the desired size or shape trimming,clipping trim v remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size pare trim v decorate, as with ornaments trim v cut down on; make a reduction in reduce,cut trim v balance in flight by regulating the control surfaces trim adj thin and fit spare trim adj of places; characterized by order and neatness; free from disorder shipshape trim adj neat and smart in appearance trig trim adj severely simple in line or design tailored trimester n a period of three months; especially one of the three three-month periods into which human pregnancy is divided trimester n one of three divisions of an academic year trimmed adj made neat and tidy by trimming cut trimmer n a worker who thins out and trims trees and shrubs pruner trimmer n a machine that trims timber trimmer n capacitor having variable capacitance; used for making fine adjustments trimmer n joist that receives the end of a header in floor or roof framing in order to leave an opening for a staircase or chimney etc. trimming n the act of adding decoration trimming n a decoration or adornment on a garment trim trimming n cutting down to the desired size or shape trim,clipping trimmings n the accessories that normally accompany (something or some activity) fixings trine n the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one three,trio,threesome,tierce,leash,troika,triad,trinity trinidad n an island in West Indies just off the northeastern coast of Venezuela trinidadian n inhabitant or native of Trinidad trinidadian adj of or relating to the island of Trinidad trinity n the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one three,trio,threesome,tierce,leash,troika,triad,trine trinity n the union of the Father and Son and Holy Ghost in one Godhead trinity n three people considered as a unit trio,threesome,triad trinket n cheap showy jewelry or ornament on clothing bangle,bauble,gaud,gewgaw,novelty trio n the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one three,threesome,tierce,leash,troika,triad,trine,trinity trio n a musical composition for three performers trio n three performers or singers who perform together trio n a set of three similar things considered as a unit triad,triplet,triple triode n a thermionic vacuum tube having three electrodes; fluctuations of the charge on the grid control the flow from cathode to anode which makes trioxide n an oxide containing three atoms of oxygen in the molecule trip n a journey for some purpose (usually including the return) trip n a hallucinatory experience induced by drugs trip n an accidental misstep threatening (or causing) a fall slip trip n an exciting or stimulating experience trip v miss a step and fall or nearly fall stumble trip v cause to stumble trip v make a trip for pleasure travel,jaunt trip v put in motion or move to act trigger,activate,spark tripartite adj involving three parties or elements tripe n lining of the stomach of a ruminant (especially a bovine) used as food tripe n nonsensical talk or writing folderol,rubbish,trash,applesauce triple n a base hit at which the batter stops safely at third base triple n a set of three similar things considered as a unit trio,triad,triplet triple n a quantity that is three times as great as another triple v increase threefold treble triple v hit a three-base hit triple adj having three units or components or elements ternary,treble,triplex triple adj three times as great or many treble,threefold triplet n the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one three,trio,threesome,tierce,leash,troika,triad,trine triplet n one of three offspring born at the same time from the same pregnancy triplet n a set of three similar things considered as a unit trio,triad,triple triplex adj having three units or components or elements ternary,treble,triple triplicate n one of three copies; any of three things that correspond to one another exactly triplicate v reproduce threefold tripling n increase by a factor of three tripod n a three-legged rack used for support tripoli n a weathered and decomposed siliceous limestone; in powdered form it is used in polishing tripoli n the capital and chief port and largest city of Libya; in northwestern Libya on the Mediterranean Sea; founded by the Phoenicians in the 7th tripoli n a port city and commercial center in northwestern Lebanon on the Mediterranean Sea tripper n (slang) someone who has taken a psychedelic drug and is undergoing hallucinations tripper n a walker or runner who trips and almost falls tripper n a tourist who is visiting sights of interest rubberneck tripper n a catch mechanism that acts as a switch trip tripping adj characterized by a buoyant rhythm lilting,swinging tripping adj moving easily and quickly; nimble light,lightsome triptych n art consisting of a painting or carving (especially an altarpiece) on three panels (usually hinged together) trireme n ancient Greek or Roman galley or warship having three tiers of oars on each side trisect v cut in three tristan n (Middle Ages) the nephew of the king of Cornwall who (according to legend) fell in love with his uncle's bride (Iseult) after they mistakenl tristram tristram n (Middle Ages) the nephew of the king of Cornwall who (according to legend) fell in love with his uncle's bride (Iseult) after they mistakenl tristan trite adj repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse banal,commonplace,hackneyed,shopworn,stock,threadbare,timeworn,tired tritium n a radioactive isotope of hydrogen; atoms of tritium have three times the mass of ordinary hydrogen atoms triton n (Greek mythology) a sea god; son of Poseidon triton n the largest moon of Neptune triton n tropical marine gastropods having beautifully colored spiral shells triton n small usually bright-colored semiaquatic salamanders of North America and Europe and northern Asia newt triumph n a successful ending of a struggle or contest victory triumph n the exultation of victory triumph v prove superior prevail triumph v be ecstatic with joy wallow,rejoice triumph v dwell on with satisfaction gloat,crow triumph v to express great joy exult,rejoice triumphal adj relating to or celebrating a triumph triumphal adj joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success exultant,exulting,jubilant,rejoicing,triumphant triumphant adj joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success exultant,exulting,jubilant,rejoicing,triumphal triumphant adj experiencing triumph victorious triumphantly adv in a triumphant manner triumvirate n a group of three men responsible for public administration or civil authority trivet n a three-legged metal stand for supporting a cooking vessel in a hearth trivet n a stand with short feet used under a hot dish on a table trivia n something of small importance triviality,trifle trivial adj (informal) small and of little importance fiddling,lilliputian,little,piddling,petty,picayune trivial adj of little substance or significance superficial trivial adj concerned with trivialities triviality n the quality of being unimportant and petty or frivolous pettiness triviality n a detail that is considered insignificant trifle triviality n something of small importance trivia,trifle trivialize v make trivial or insignificant troat v emit a cry intended to attract other animals; used especially of animals at rutting time troche n a medicated lozenge used to soothe the throat troika n a Russian carriage pulled by three horses abreast troika n the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one three,trio,threesome,tierce,leash,triad,trine,trinity troika n a modern Russian triumvirate trojan n a native of ancient Troy trojan n a program that appears desirable but actually contains something harmful trojan adj of or relating to the ancient city of Troy or its inhabitants troll n (Scandanavian folklore) a supernatural creature (either a dwarf or a giant) that is supposed to live in caves or in the mountains troll n a partsong in which voices follow each other; one voice starts and others join in one after another until all are singing different parts of round troll n a fisherman's lure that is used in trolling troll n angling by drawing a baited line through the water trolling troll v circulate, move around troll v cause to move round and round troll v sing the parts of (a round) in succession troll v angle with a hook and line drawn through the water trolley n a wheeled vehicle that runs on rails and is propelled by electricity streetcar,tram trolling n angling by drawing a baited line through the water troll trollope n English writer of novels (1815-1882) trombone n a brass instrument consisting of a long tube whose length can be varied by a U-shaped slide trombonist n a musician who plays the trombone troop n a group of soldiers troop n a cavalry unit corresponding to an infantry company troop n a unit of Girl or Boy Scouts troop n an orderly crowd flock troop v march in a procession parade,promenade troop v move or march as if in a crowd trooper n a soldier in a motorized army unit cavalryman trooper n a mounted police officer trooper n a state police officer trooper n a soldier mounted on horseback cavalryman troops n soldiers collectively trope n language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense figure,image trophy n an award for success in war or hunting trophy n something given as a token of victory prize tropic n either of two parallels of latitude about 23.5 degrees to the north and south of the equator representing the points farthest north and sout tropic adj relating to or situated in or characteristic of the tropics (the region on either side of the equator) tropical tropic adj of weather or climate; hot and humid as in the tropics tropical tropical adj relating to or situated in or characteristic of the tropics (the region on either side of the equator) tropic tropical adj of or relating to the tropics, or either tropic tropical adj characterized by or of the nature of a trope or tropes; changed from its literal sense tropical adj of weather or climate; hot and humid as in the tropics tropic tropicbird n mostly white web-footed tropical seabird often found far from land tropics n the part of the Earth's surface between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn; characterized by a hot climate tropopause n the region of discontinuity between the troposphere and the stratosphere trot n a slow pace of running jog,lope trot n radicals who support Trotsky's theory that socialism must be established throughout the world by continuing revolution trot n a literal translation used in studying a foreign language (often used illicitly) pony,crib trot n a gait faster than a walk; diagonally opposite legs strike the ground together trot v run at a moderately swift pace jog,clip trot v ride at a trot trot v cause to trot troth n a mutual promise to marry betrothal,engagement troth n a solemn pledge of fidelity plight trotline n a long fishing line with many shorter lines and hooks attached to it (usually suspended between buoys) trawl,spiller trotsky n Russian revolutionary and Communist theorist who helped Lenin and built up the army; he was ousted from the Communist Party by Stalin and ev trotter n foot of a pig or sheep especially one used as food trotter n a horse trained to trot; especially a horse trained for harness racing troubadour n a singer of folk songs jongleur,minstrel trouble n a source of difficulty problem trouble n an angry disturbance fuss,bother,hassle trouble n an event causing distress or pain trouble n an effort that is inconvenient difficulty trouble v move deeply disturb,upset trouble v to cause inconvenience or discomfort to inconvenience,discommode,bother trouble v disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed perturb,unhinge,disquiet,cark,distract,disorder trouble v take the trouble to do something; concern oneself bother troubled adj characterized by or indicative of distress or affliction or danger or need untroubled troubled adj characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination disruptive,riotous,tumultuous,turbulent troublemaker n someone who deliberately stirs up trouble troublesome adj causing difficulty or annoyance troubling adj causing distress or worry or anxiety distressing,disturbing,perturbing,worrisome,worrying trough n a narrow depression (as in the earth or between ocean waves or in the ocean bed) trough n a channel along the eaves or on the roof; collects and carries away rainwater gutter trough n a concave shape with an open top bowl trough n a treasury for government funds till trounce v beat severely with a whip or rod flog,welt,whip,lather,lash,slash,strap trounce v come out better in a competition, race, or conflict beat,crush,shell,vanquish trounce v censure severely or angrily rebuke,rag,lecture,reprimand,jaw,scold,chide,berate trouncing n a sound defeat thrashing,walloping,debacle,drubbing,slaughter,whipping trouncing n the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows beating,thrashing,licking,drubbing,lacing,whacking troupe n organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical) company trouper n a person who is reliable and uncomplaining and hard working trouper n an actor who travels around the country presenting plays trouser n a garment (or part of a garment) designed for or relating to trousers trousers n (usually in the plural) a garment extending from the waist to the knee or ankle, covering each leg separately pant trousseau n the personal outfit of a bride; clothes and accessories and linens trout n flesh of any of several primarily freshwater game and food fishes trout n any of various game and food fishes of cool fresh waters mostly smaller than typical salmons trove n treasure of unknown ownership found hidden (usually in the earth) trowel n a small hand tool with a handle and flat metal blade; used for scooping or spreading plaster or similar materials trowel v use a trowel on; for light garden work or plaster work troy n a system of weights used for precious metals and gemstones; based on a 12-ounce pound and an ounce of 480 grains troy n an ancient city in Asia Minor that was the site of the Trojan War truancy n failure to attend (especially school) hooky truant n one who is absent from school without permission truant n someone who shirks duty truant adj absent without permission awol truce n a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms armistice truck n an automotive vehicle suitable for hauling truck n a handcart that has a frame with two low wheels and a ledge at the bottom and handles at the top; used to move crates or other heavy objects truck v convey (goods etc.) by truck trucker n someone who drives a truck as an occupation teamster trucking n the activity of transporting goods by truck hauling truckle n a low bed to be slid under a higher bed trundle truckle v yield to out of weakness truckle v try to gain favor by cringing or flattering fawn,toady,bootlick,kowtow truculence n obstreperous and defiant aggressiveness truculent adj defiantly aggressive trudge n a long difficult walk trudge v walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud slog,plod,pad,tramp true n proper alignment; the property possessed by something that is in correct or proper alignment true v make level, square, balanced, or concentric true adj consistent with fact or reality; not false false true adj accurately placed or thrown true adj devoted (sometimes fanatically) to a cause or concept or truth true adj expressing or given to expressing the truth truthful true adv as acknowledged admittedly,avowedly truelove n a person loved by another person sweetheart,sweetie,steady truffaut n French filmmaker (1932-1984) truffle n any of various highly prized edible subterranean fungi of the genus Tuber; grow naturally in southwestern Europe earthnut truffle n edible subterranean fungus of the genus Tuber earthnut truffle n creamy chocolate candy truism n an obvious truth truly adv in accordance with truth or fact or reality genuinely,really truly adv by right rightfully truly adv with sincerity; without pretense sincerely truly adv in fact (used as intensifiers or sentence modifiers) really truman n elected vice president in Roosevelt's 4th term; became 33rd President of the United States on Roosevelt's death in 1945 and was elected Pres trumbo n United States screenwriter who was blacklisted and imprisoned for refusing to cooperate with congressional investigations of communism in Am trumbull n American Revolutionary leader who as governor of Connecticut provided supplies for the Continental Army (1710-1785) trumbull n American painter of historical scenes (1756-1843) trumbull n American satirical poet (1750-1831) trump n a playing card in the suit that has been declared trumps trump n (card games) the suit that has been declared to rank above all other suits for the duration of the hand trump n a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves cornet,horn,trumpet trump v produce a sound as if from a trumpet trump v get the better of outdo,outflank,best,scoop trump v play a trump ruff trump v proclaim or announce with or as if with a fanfare trumpet n a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves cornet,horn,trump trumpet v proclaim on, or as if on, a trumpet trumpet v play or blow on the trumpet trumpet v utter in trumpet-like sounds trumpeter n a musician who plays the trumpet or cornet trumpeter n (formal) a person who announces important news herald trumpeter n large gregarious crane-like bird of the forests of South America having glossy black plumage and a loud prolonged cry; easily domesticated trumpeter n large pure white wild swan of western North America having a sonorous cry trumpets n pitcher plant of southeastern United States having erect yellow trumpet-shaped pitchers with wide mouths and erect lids truncate v replace a corner by a plane truncate v approximate by ignoring all terms beyond a chosen one truncate v make shorter as if by cutting off truncate adj terminating abruptly by having or as if having an end or point cut off truncated truncated adj cut short in duration abbreviated,shortened truncated adj terminating abruptly by having or as if having an end or point cut off truncate truncation n the property of being truncated or short shortness truncation n the replacement of an edge or solid angle (as in cutting a gemstone) by a plane (especially by a plane that is equally inclined to the adjac truncation n the act of cutting short truncheon n a short stout club used primarily by policemen nightstick,baton,billy trundle n a low bed to be slid under a higher bed truckle trundle n small wheel or roller trundle v move heavily trunk n the main stem of a tree; usually covered with bark; the bole is usually the part that is commercially useful for lumber bole trunk n luggage consisting of a large strong case used when traveling or for storage trunk n the body excluding the head and neck and limbs torso,body trunk n compartment in an automobile that carries luggage or shopping or tools boot trunks n (used in the plural) trousers that end at or above the knee shorts trunnel n a wooden peg that is used to fasten timbers in shipbuilding; water causes the peg to swell and hold the timbers fast treenail truss n (medicine) a bandage consisting of a pad and belt; worn to hold a hernia in place by pressure truss n a framework of beams (rafters, posts, struts) forming a rigid structure that supports a roof or bridge or other structure truss n (architecture) a triangular bracket of brick or stone (usually of slight extent) corbel truss v tie the wings and legs of a bird before cooking it truss v secure with or as if with ropes bind truss v support structurally trust n something (as property) held by one party (the trustee) for the benefit of another (the beneficiary) trust n certainty based on past experience reliance trust n the trait of believing in the honesty and reliability of others distrust trust n a consortium of independent organizations formed to limit competition by controlling the production and distribution of a product or service combine,cartel trust v have confidence or faith in mistrust,distrust trust v allow without fear trust v be confident about something believe trust v expect and wish hope,desire trusted adj (of persons) worthy of trust or confidence sure trustee n a person (or institution) to whom legal title to property is entrusted to use for another's benefit trustee n members of a governing board regent trusteeship n a dependent country; administered by another country under the supervision of the United Nations trusteeship n the position of trustee truster n a supporter who accepts something as true believer trusting adj inclined to believe or confide readily; full of trust trustworthiness n the trait of deserving trust and confidence trustworthy adj worthy of trust or belief trusty untrustworthy trustworthy adj taking responsibility for one's conduct and obligations trusty n a convict who is considered trustworthy and granted special privileges trusty adj worthy of trust or belief trustworthy truth n a fact that has been verified truth n conformity to reality or actuality verity truth n a true statement falsehood truth n the quality of being near to the true value accuracy truthful adj expressing or given to expressing the truth true untruthful truthful adj conforming to truth truthfully adv with truth truthfulness n the quality of being truthful try n earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something attempt,effort,endeavor,endeavour try v make an effort or attempt seek,attempt,essay,assay try v put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to test,prove,examine,essay try v put on trial or hear a case and sit as the judge at the trial of judge,adjudicate try v take a sample of sample,taste trying adj hard to endure trying adj extremely irritating to the nerves stressful tryout n trying something to find out about it trial,test tryout n a test of the suitability of a performer audition tryst n a date; usually with a member of the opposite sex rendezvous tryst n a secret rendezvous (especially between lovers) tsar n a male monarch or emperor (especially of Russia prior to 1917) czar tsarina n the wife or widow of a czar tsatske n (Yiddish) an attractive, unconventional woman tchotchke tsatske n (Yiddish) an inexpensive showy trinket tchotchke tsetse n bloodsucking African fly; transmits sleeping sickness etc. tsk v utter `tsk,' `tut,' or `tut-tut,' as in disapproval tut tsuga n hemlock; hemlock fir; hemlock spruce tsunami n a cataclysm resulting from a destructive sea wave caused by an earthquake or volcanic eruption tsushima n a naval battle in the Russo-Japanese War (1905); the Japanese fleet defeated the Russian fleet in the Korean Strait tswana n a member of a Bantu people living chiefly in Botswana and western South Africa tswana n the dialect of Sotho spoken by the Tswana in Botswana tub n a relatively large open container that you fill with water and use to wash the body bathtub tub n a large open vessel for holding or storing liquids vat tub n the amount that a tub will hold tuba n the lowest brass wind instrument sousaphone tubal adj of or relating to occurring in a tube such as e.g. the Fallopian tube or Eustachian tube tubby adj short and plump dumpy,pudgy tube n conduit consisting of a long hollow object (usually cylindrical) used to hold and conduct objects or liquids or gases tubing tube n electronic device consisting of a system of electrodes arranged in an evacuated glass or metal envelope tube n a hollow cylindrical shape pipe tube n (anatomy) any hollow cylindrical body structure tube v provide with a tube or insert a tube into tube v convey in a tube tube v ride or float on an inflated tube tube v place or enclose in a tube tuber n a fleshy underground stem or root serving for reproductive and food storage tuber n type genus of the Tuberaceae: fungi whose fruiting bodies are typically truffles tubercle n a swelling that is the characteristic lesion of tuberculosis tubercle n small rounded wartlike protuberance on a plant nodule tubercle n a protuberance on a bone especially for attachment of a muscle or ligament eminence tuberculosis n infection transmitted by inhalation or ingestion of tubercle bacilli and manifested in fever and small lesions (usually in the lungs but in tb tuberose n a tuberous Mexican herb having grasslike leaves and cultivated for its spikes of highly fragrant lily-like waxy white flowers tuberous adj of or relating to or resembling a tuber tubing n conduit consisting of a long hollow object (usually cylindrical) used to hold and conduct objects or liquids or gases tube tubman n United States abolitionist born a slave on a plantation in Maryland and became a famous conductor on the Underground Railroad leading other tubular adj constituting a tube; having hollow tubes (as for the passage of fluids) tubule n a small tube tuck n eatables (especially sweets) tuck n (sports) a bodily position adopted in some sports (such as diving or skiing) in which the knees are bent and the thighs are drawn close to t tuck n a narrow flattened pleat or fold that is stitched in place tuck n a straight sword with a narrow blade and two edges rapier tuck v fit snugly into insert tuck v make a tuck or several folds in tuck v draw together into folds or puckers gather,pucker tucked adj having tucked or being tucked tucker n United States anarchist influential before World War I (1854-1939) tucker n United States vaudevillian (born in Russia) noted for her flamboyant performances (1884-1966) tucker n a sewer who tucks tucker n a detachable yoke of linen or lace worn over the breast of a low-cut dress tucker v wear out completely exhaust,beat tucson n a city in southeastern Arizona ringed by mountain ranges; long known as a winter and health resort but the population shift from industrial tudor n an English dynasty descended from Henry Tudor; Tudor monarchs ruled from Henry VII to Elizabeth I (from 1485 to 1603) tudor n United States dancer and choreographer (born in England) (1909-1987) tudor n a member of the dynasty that ruled England tudor adj of or relating to a style of architecture in England in the 15th century tuesday n the third day of the week; the second working day tufa n a soft porous rock consisting of calcium carbonate deposited from springs rich in lime tufa n hard volcanic rock composed of compacted volcanic ash tuff tuff n hard volcanic rock composed of compacted volcanic ash tufa tuft n a bunch of hair or feathers or growing grass tussock tuft n a bunch of feathers or hair tufted adj (of plants) growing in small dense clumps or tufts tufted adj having or adorned with tufts tufted adj (of a bird or animal) having a usually ornamental tuft or process on the head; often used in combination crested tug n a sudden abrupt pull jerk tug n a powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships tugboat,towboat,tower tug v pull hard tug v strive and make an effort to reach a goal labor,labour,push,drive tug v tow (a vessel) with a tug tug v carry with difficulty lug,tote tugboat n a powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships tug,towboat,tower tuille n armor plate that protects the hip and thigh tuition n a fee paid for instruction (especially for higher education) tuition n teaching pupils individually (usually by a tutor hired privately) tutelage tulip n any of numerous perennial bulbous herbs having linear or broadly lanceolate leaves and usually a single showy flower tulle n a fine (often starched) net used for veils or tutus or gowns tully n a Roman statesman and orator remembered for his mastery of Latin prose (106-43 BC) cicero tulsa n a major city of northeastern Oklahoma on the Arkansas river; once known as the oil capital of the world and still heavily involved in the oi tum n an enlarged and muscular saclike organ of the alimentary canal; the principal organ of digestion stomach,tummy,breadbasket tumble n an acrobatic feat of rolling or turning end over end tumble n a sudden drop from an upright position spill,fall tumble v fall down, as if collapsing topple tumble v cause to topple or tumble by pushing topple,tip tumble v roll over and over, back and forth tumble v fly around whirl tumbler n a gymnast who performs rolls and somersaults and twists etc. tumbler n a glass with a flat bottom but no handle or stem; originally had a round bottom tumbler n a movable obstruction in a lock that must be adjusted to a given position (as by a key) before the bolt can be thrown tumbler n pigeon that executes backward somersaults in flight or on the ground roller tumbleweed n any plant that breaks away from its roots in autumn and is driven by the wind as a light rolling mass tumbleweed n prickly bushy Eurasian plant; a troublesome weed in central and western United States tumbleweed n bushy annual weed of central North America having greenish flowers and winged seeds tumbleweed n bushy plant of western United States tumbling n the gymnastic moves of an acrobat acrobatics tumbrel n a farm dumpcart for carrying dung; carts of this type were used to carry prisoners to the guillotine during the French Revolution tumescent adj abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas puffy,turgid tummy n slang for a paunch pot,corporation tummy n an enlarged and muscular saclike organ of the alimentary canal; the principal organ of digestion stomach,tum,breadbasket tumor n an abnormal new mass of tissue that serves no purpose neoplasm tums n an antacid tumult n a state of commotion and noise and confusion uproar,garboil tumult n violent agitation turmoil tumult n the act of making a noisy disturbance commotion,din,ruction,ruckus,rumpus tumultuous adj characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination disruptive,riotous,troubled,turbulent tumulus n (archeology) a heap of earth placed over prehistoric tombs barrow tuna n tropical American prickly pear of Jamaica tuna n important warm-water fatty fish of the genus Thunnus of the family Scombridae; usually served as steaks tunny tuna n any very large marine food and game fish of the genus Thunnus; related to mackerel; chiefly of warm waters tunny tuna n New Zealand eel tundra n a vast treeless plain in the Arctic regions where the subsoil is permanently frozen tune n a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence melody,air,strain,line tune n the property of producing accurately a note of a given pitch tune n the adjustment of a radio receiver or other circuit to a required frequency tune v adjust for (better) functioning tune v adjust the pitches of (musical instruments) tuneful adj having a musical sound; especially a pleasing tune melodious tuner n someone who tunes pianos tuner n an electronic receiver that detects and demodulates and amplifies transmitted signals radio,wireless tung n Chinese tree bearing seeds that yield tung oil tungsten n a heavy grey-white metallic element; the pure form is used mainly in electrical applications; it is found in several ores including wolframi wolfram,w tunic n an enveloping or covering membrane or layer of body tissue tunica tunic n any of a variety of loose fitting cloaks extending to the hips or knees tunica n an enveloping or covering membrane or layer of body tissue tunic tunicate n primitive marine animal having a saclike unsegmented body and a urochord that is conspicuous in the larva tuning n (music) calibrating something (an instrument or electronic circuit) to a standard frequency tunis n the capital and principal port of Tunisia tunisia n a republic in northwestern Africa on the Mediterranean coast; achieved independence from France in 1956 tunisian n a native or inhabitant of Tunisia tunisian adj of or relating to the city of Tunis or its residents tunisian adj of or relating to Tunisia or its inhabitants tunnel n a passageway through or under something, usually underground (especially one for trains or cars) tunnel n a hole made by an animal, usually for shelter burrow tunnel v move through by or as by digging burrow tunnel v force a way through tunney n United States prizefighter who won the world heavyweight championship by defeating Jack Dempsey twice (1898-1978) tunny n important warm-water fatty fish of the genus Thunnus of the family Scombridae; usually served as steaks tuna tunny n any very large marine food and game fish of the genus Thunnus; related to mackerel; chiefly of warm waters tuna tup n uncastrated adult male sheep ram tupelo n pale soft wood of a tupelo tree especially the water gum tupelo n any of several gum trees of swampy areas of North America tupelo n a town in northeast Mississippi turban n a traditional Muslim headdress consisting of a long scarf wrapped around the head turban n a small round woman's hat toque turbid adj (of liquids) clouded as with sediment cloudy,muddy,murky turbidity n muddiness created by stirring up sediment or having foreign particles suspended turbine n rotary engine in which the kinetic energy of a moving fluid is converted into mechanical energy by causing a bladed rotor to rotate turbofan n an airplane propelled by a fanjet engine turbofan n a jet engine in which a fan driven by a turbine provides extra air to the burner and gives extra thrust turbot n flesh of a large European flatfish turbot n a large brownish European flatfish turbulence n unstable flow of a liquid or gas turbulence n instability in the atmosphere turbulence n a state of violent disturbance and disorder (as in politics or social conditions generally) upheaval turbulent adj characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination disruptive,riotous,troubled,tumultuous turbulent adj (of a liquid) agitated vigorously; in a state of turbulence churning,roiling,roiled turd n obscene terms for feces crap,dirt,shit,shite,poop tureen n large deep serving dish with a cover; for serving soups and stews turf n surface layer of ground containing a mat of grass and grass roots sod,sward turf n the territory claimed by a juvenile gang as its own turf n range of jurisdiction or influence turf v cover (the ground) with a surface layer of grass or grass roots turgid adj ostentatiously lofty in style bombastic,large turgid adj abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas puffy,tumescent turin n capital city of the Piemonte region of northwestern Italy torino turing n English mathematician who conceived of the Turing machine and broke German codes during World War II (1912-1954) turk n a native or inhabitant of Turkey turkey n large gallinaceous bird with fan-shaped tail; widely domesticated for food turkey n a Eurasian republic in Asia Minor and the Balkans; on the collapse of the Ottoman Empire in 1918, the Young Turks, led by Kemal Ataturk, est turkey n a person who does something thoughtless or annoying joker turkey n flesh of large domesticated fowl usually roasted turkic n a subfamily of Altaic languages turkic adj of or relating to the people who speak the Turkic language turkish n a Turkic language spoken by the Turks turkish adj of or relating to or characteristic of Turkey or its people or language turkmen n a member of a Turkic people living in Turkmenistan and neighboring areas turkmen n a republic in Asia to the east of the Caspian Sea and to the south of Kazakhstan and to the north of Iran; an Asian soviet from 1925 to 1991 turkmen n the Turkic language spoken by the Turkoman turkmen adj of or relating to or characteristic of Turkmenistan or its people or culture turmeric n widely cultivated tropical plant of India having yellow flowers and a large aromatic deep yellow rhizome; source of a condiment and a yellow turmeric n ground dried rhizome of the turmeric plant used as seasoning turmoil n a violent disturbance convulsion,upheaval turmoil n violent agitation tumult turmoil n disturbance usually in protest agitation,excitement,upheaval,hullabaloo turn n a circular segment of a curve bend,crook,twist turn n the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course turning turn n (game) the activity of doing something in an agreed succession play turn n an unforeseen development twist turn v change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense turn v undergo a transformation or a change of position or action turn v undergo a change or development become turn v cause to move around or rotate turnabout n a decision to reverse an earlier decision reversal,turnaround turnabout n turning in the opposite direction reversion,reverse,reversal,turnaround turnaround n time need to prepare a vessel or ship for a return trip turnaround n a decision to reverse an earlier decision reversal,turnabout turnaround n an area sufficiently large for a vehicle to turn around turnaround n act or process of unloading and loading and servicing a vessel or aircraft for a return trip turncoat n a disloyal person who betrays or deserts his cause or religion or political party or friend etc. deserter,apostate,renegade turndown n the act of refusing an offer turned adj moved around an axis or center unturned turned adj in an unpalatable state off,sour turner n United States slave and insurrectionist who in 1831 led a rebellion of slaves in Virginia; he was captured and executed (1800-1831) turner n United States endocrinologist (1892-1970) turner n English landscape painter whose treatment of light and color influenced the French impressionists (1775-1851) turner n United States historian who stressed the role of the western frontier in American history (1861-1951) turning n the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course turn turning n act of changing in practice or custom turning n a shaving created when something is produced by turning it on a lathe turning n a movement in a new direction turn turnip n widely cultivated plant having a large fleshy edible white or yellow root turnip n root of any of several members of the mustard family turnkey n someone who guards prisoners jailer,screw turnoff n something causing antagonism or loss of interest turnoff n a side road where you can turn off turnout n the group that gathers together for a particular occasion turnout n a part of a road that has been widened to allow cars to pass or park widening turnout n a short stretch of railroad track used to store rolling stock or enable trains on the same line to pass siding,sidetrack turnout n what is produced in a given time period output turnover n the ratio of the number of workers that had to be replaced in a given time period to the average number of workers turnover n a dish made by folding a piece of pastry over a filling turnover n the volume measured in dollars turnover n the act of upsetting something upset,overturn turnpike n (from 16th to 19th centuries) gates set across a road to prevent passage until a toll had been paid turnpike n an expressway on which tolls are collected turnspit n a roasting spit that can be turned turnstile n a gate consisting of a post that acts as a pivot for rotating arms; set in a passageway for controlling the persons entering turntable n a circular horizontal platform that rotates a phonograph record while it is being played turntable n a revolving tray placed on a dining table turntable n a rotatable platform with a track; used to turn locomotives and cars turpentine n obtained from conifers (especially pines) turpentine n volatile liquid distilled from turpentine oleoresin; used as paint thinner and solvent and medicinally turps turpin n English highwayman (1706-1739) turpitude n a corrupt or depraved or degenerate act or practice depravity turps n volatile liquid distilled from turpentine oleoresin; used as paint thinner and solvent and medicinally turpentine turquoise n a blue to grey green mineral consisting of copper aluminum phosphate turquoise n a shade of blue tinged with green aqua,aquamarine turret n a small tower extending above a building turret n a self-contained weapons platform housing guns and capable of rotation turtle n a sweater or jersey with a high close-fitting collar turtleneck turtle n any of various aquatic and land reptiles having a bony shell and flipper-like limbs for swimming turtle v overturn accidentally capsize turtle v hunt for turtles, especially as an occupation turtleneck n a sweater or jersey with a high close-fitting collar turtle tuscan n a resident of Tuscany tuscan n a dialect of Italian spoken in Tuscany (especially Florence) tuscan adj of or relating to or characteristic of Tuscany or its people tuscany n a region in central Italy tush n the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on buttocks,arse,butt,backside,bum,buns,can,fundament tusk n a hard smooth ivory colored dentine that makes up most of the tusks of elephants and walruses ivory tusk n a long pointed tooth specialized for fighting or digging; especially in an elephant or walrus or hog tusk v stab or pierce with a horn or tusk horn tusk v remove the tusks of animals tuskegee n a town in eastern Alabama tussle n disorderly fighting hassle,scuffle,dogfight tussle v fight or struggle in a confused way at close quarters scuffle tussle v make messy or untidy muss tussock n a bunch of hair or feathers or growing grass tuft tut v utter `tsk,' `tut,' or `tut-tut,' as in disapproval tsk tutelage n teaching pupils individually (usually by a tutor hired privately) tuition tutelage n attention and management implying responsibility for safety care,charge,guardianship tutelar adj providing protective supervision; watching over or safeguarding custodial tutor n a person who gives private instruction (as in singing, acting, etc.) coach tutor v be a tutor to someone; give individual instruction tutor v act as a guardian to someone tutorial n a session of intensive tuition given by a tutor to an individual or to a small number of students tutorial adj of or relating to tutors or tutoring tutsi n a member of a Bantu speaking people living in Rwanda and Burundi tutu n South African prelate and leader of the antiapartheid struggle (born in 1931) tutu n very short skirt worn by ballerinas tux n semiformal evening dress for men tuxedo tuxedo n semiformal evening dress for men tux tv n broadcasting visual images of stationary or moving objects television,video tv n an electronic device that receives television signals and displays them on a screen television,telly twaddle n pretentious or silly talk or writing baloney,bosh,drool,humbug,tosh twaddle v speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly chatter,piffle,prate,clack,maunder,prattle,blab,gibber twaddler n someone who twaddles; someone who writes or talks twaddle twain n two items of the same kind couple,pair,twosome,brace,span,yoke,couplet,duo twang n a sharp vibrating sound (as of a plucked string) twang n exaggerated nasality in speech (as in some regional dialects) twang v cause to sound with a twang twang v sound with a twang twang v twitch or throb with pain twang v pluck (strings of an instrument) twat n a man who is a stupid incompetent fool fathead,goof,goofball,bozo,jackass,goose,cuckoo,zany twat n obscene terms for female genitals cunt,puss,pussy,slit,snatch tweak n a squeeze with the fingers pinch tweak v pinch or squeeze sharply tweak v pull or pull out sharply pluck tweak v adjust finely tweed n thick woolen fabric used for clothing; originated in Scotland tweed n (usually in the plural) trousers made of flannel or gabardine or tweed or white cloth flannel,gabardine,white tweedle v sing in modulation chirp tweedle v play negligently on a musical instrument tweedle v entice through the use of music tweedy adj of textiles; having a rough surface homespun tweedy adj (of country gentry) informal, clannish and outdoorsy tweet n a weak chirping sound as of a small bird tweet v make a weak, chirping sound tweet v squeeze tightly between the fingers pinch,squeeze,twinge,nip,twitch tweeter n a loudspeaker that reproduces higher audio frequency sounds tweeze v pluck with tweezers tweezer n a hand tool for holding consisting of a compound lever for grasping pincer twelfth n position 12 in a countable series of things twelfth n one part in twelve equal parts duodecimal twelfth adj coming next after the eleventh and just before the thirteenth in position twelfthtide n the season of Epiphany twelve n the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one dozen twelve adj denoting a quantity consisting of 12 items or units dozen twelvemonth n a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days year twenties n the time of life between 20 and 30 twenties n the decade from 1920 to 1929 twentieth n position 20 in a countable series of things twentieth adj coming next after the nineteenth in position twenty n the cardinal number that is the sum of nineteen and one twenty n a United States bill worth 20 dollars twenty adj denoting a quantity consisting of 20 items or units twerp n someone who is regarded as contemptible twit twice adv two times twice adv to double the degree doubly,double twiddle n a series of small (usually idle) twists or turns twiddle v turn in a twisting or spinning motion twirl,swirl,whirl twiddle v manipulate, as in a nervous or unconscious manner twig n a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division); usually applied to branches of the current or preceding year branchlet,sprig twig v branch out in a twiglike manner twig v understand, usually after some initial difficulty tumble twiggy adj thin as a twig twilight n the time of day immediately following sunset dusk,gloaming,gloam,nightfall,fall twilight n the diffused light from the sky when the sun is below the horizon but its rays are refracted by the atmosphere of the earth twilight n a condition of decline following successes twilight adj lighted by or as if by twilight dusky twill n a weave used to produce the effect of parallel diagonal ribs twill n a cloth with parallel diagonal lines or ribs twill v weave diagonal lines into (textiles) twin n either of two offspring born at the same time from the same pregnancy twin n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Gemini gemini twin n a waterfall in the Snake River in southern Idaho twin n a duplicate copy counterpart twin v duplicate or match duplicate,parallel twin v bring two objects, ideas, or people together match,mate,couple,pair twin v grow as twins twin v give birth to twins twin adj being two identical duplicate,matching,twinned twine n a lightweight cord string twine v spin, wind, or twist together intertwine,entwine,interlace,lace twine v arrange or or coil around wind,wrap,roll twine v make by twisting together or intertwining twine v form into a spiral shape twist,distort twinge n a sudden sharp feeling pang,stab twinge n a sharp stab of pain twinge v cause a stinging pain prick,sting twinge v feel a sudden sharp, local pain twinge v squeeze tightly between the fingers pinch,squeeze,tweet,nip,twitch twinkie n a small sponge cake with a synthetic cream filling twinkle n a rapid change in brightness; a brief spark or flash sparkling twinkle n merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance sparkle,spark,light twinkle v gleam or glow intermittently flash,blink,wink,winkle twinkle v emit or reflect light in a flickering manner winkle twinkling n a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) flash,heartbeat,instant,jiffy,trice,wink twinkling adj shining intermittently with a sparkling light twinkly adj smiling with happiness or optimism beamish,smiling twinned adj being two identical duplicate,matching,twin twins n (mineralogy) two interwoven crystals that are mirror images on each other twins n the third sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about May 21 to June 20 gemini twirl n a sharp bend in a line produced when a line having a loop is pulled tight kink,twist twirl n the act of rotating rapidly spin,twist,twisting,whirl twirl v turn in a twisting or spinning motion swirl,twiddle,whirl twirl v cause to spin whirl,birl,spin twirler n someone who twirls a baton twirler n (baseball) the person who does the pitching pitcher twist n an unforeseen development turn twist n an interpretation of a text or action construction twist n any clever maneuver device,gimmick twist n the act of rotating rapidly spin,twirl,twisting,whirl twist v to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) writhe,wrestle,wriggle,worm,squirm twist v cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form flex,bend,deform,turn twist v turn in the opposite direction twist v form into a spiral shape twine,distort twisted adj having an intended meaning altered or misrepresented distorted,misrepresented,perverted twister n a localized and violently destructive windstorm occurring over land characterized by a funnel-shaped cloud extending toward the ground tornado twister n small friedcake formed into twisted strips and fried; richer than doughnuts cruller twisting n the act of distorting something so it seems to mean something it was not intended to mean distortion,straining,torture twisting n the act of rotating rapidly spin,twirl,twist,whirl twisting adj marked by repeated turns and bends tortuous,twisty,winding,voluminous twisty adj marked by repeated turns and bends tortuous,twisting,winding,voluminous twit n someone who is regarded as contemptible twerp twit n aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing taunt,taunting twit v harass with persistent criticism or carping tease,razz,rag,cod,tantalize,bait,taunt,rally twitch n a sudden muscle spasm; especially one caused by a nervous condition twitching twitch v make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion jerk twitch v move with abrupt, seemingly uncontrolled motions jerk twitch v toss with a sharp movement so as to cause to turn over in the air flip twitch v squeeze tightly between the fingers pinch,squeeze,twinge,tweet,nip twitching n a sudden muscle spasm; especially one caused by a nervous condition twitch twitter n a series of chirps chirrup twitter v make high-pitched sounds, as of birds chitter two n the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number deuce two n one of the four playing cards in a deck that have two spots deuce two adj being one more than one twofer n an offer of two for the price of one twofer n a coupon that allows the holder to purchase two items (as two tickets to a play) for the price of one twofold adj having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities double,dual,treble,threefold twofold adj twice as great or many double,doubled twofold adv by a factor of two twosome n two items of the same kind couple,pair,twain,brace,span,yoke,couplet,duo twosome n a pair who associate with one another couple,duo,duet tycoon n a very wealthy or powerful businessman baron,king,magnate,mogul,power tying n the act of tying or binding things together ligature tyke n a native of Yorkshire tyke n a crude uncouth ill-bred person lacking culture or refinement peasant,barbarian,boor,churl,goth tyke n a young person of either sex child,kid,youngster,minor,shaver,nipper,fry,nestling tylenol n an analgesic for mild pain but not for inflammation; also used as an antipyretic; (Datril, Tylenol, Panadol, Phenaphen, Tempra, and Anacin I tyler n elected vice president and became the 10th President of the United States when Harrison died (1790-1862) tyler n a town in northeast Texas tympan n a musical percussion instrument; usually consists of a hollow cylinder with a membrane stretched across each end drum tympanic adj resembling a drum tympanic adj associated with the eardrum tympanum n the main cavity of the ear; between the eardrum and the inner ear tympanum n the membrane in the ear that vibrates to sound eardrum tympanum n a large hemispherical brass or copper percussion instrument with a drumhead that can be tuned by adjusting the tension on it kettle,timpani tyne n a river in northern England that flows east to the North Sea type n a subdivision of a particular kind of thing type n a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) character,eccentric,case type n (biology) the taxonomic group whose characteristics are used to define the next higher taxon type n printed characters type v write by means of a keyboard with types type v identify as belonging to a certain type typecast typecast v cast repeatedly in the same kind of role typecast v identify as belonging to a certain type type typescript n typewritten matter especially a typewritten copy of a manuscript typeset v set in type set typewriter n hand-operated character printer for printing written messages one character at a time typewriting n writing done with a typewriter typing typhoid n serious infection marked by intestinal inflammation and ulceration; caused by Salmonella typhosa ingested with food or water typhon n (Greek mythology) a monster with a hundred heads who breathed out flames; son of Typhoeus and father of Cerberus and the Chimera and the Sph typhoon n a tropical cyclone occurring in the western Pacific or Indian oceans typhus n rickettsial disease transmitted by body lice and characterized by skin rash and high fever typical adj exhibiting the qualities or characteristics that identify a group or kind or category atypical typical adj of a feature that helps to distinguish a person or thing distinctive typical adj conforming to a type typically adv in a typical manner typify v embody the essential characteristics of or be a typical example of epitomize typify v express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol symbolize,represent typing n writing done with a typewriter typewriting typist n someone paid to operate a typewriter typo n a mistake in printed matter resulting from mechanical failures of some kind misprint,literal typographical adj relating to or occurring or used in typography typography n the craft of composing type and printing from it typography n art and technique of printing with movable type composition typology n classification according to general type tyramine n amino acid derived from tyrosine; has a sympathomimetic action; found in chocolate and cola drinks and ripe cheese and beer tyrannical adj marked by unjust severity or arbitrary behavior oppressive,tyrannous tyrannical adj characteristic of an absolute ruler or absolute rule; having absolute sovereignty authoritarian,autocratic,dictatorial,despotic tyrannosaurus n large carnivorous bipedal dinosaur having enormous teeth with knifelike serrations; may have been a scavenger rather than an active predator tyrannous adj marked by unjust severity or arbitrary behavior oppressive,tyrannical tyranny n a form of government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator (not restricted by a constitution or laws or opposition etc.) dictatorship,absolutism,authoritarianism,despotism,stalinism,totalitarianism tyranny n dominance through threat of punishment and violence absolutism,despotism tyrant n a cruel and oppressive dictator autocrat,despot tyrant n in ancient Greece, a ruler who had seized power without legal right to it tyrant n any person who exercises power in a cruel way tyre n a port in southern Lebanon on the Mediterranean Sea; formerly a major Phoenician seaport famous for silks sur tyre n hoop that covers a wheel tire tyrol n a picturesque mountainous province of western Austria and northern Italy tyson n United States prizefighter who was world heavyweight champion (born in 1966) u n a base containing nitrogen that is found in RNA (but not in DNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine u n a heavy toxic silvery-white radioactive metallic element; occurs in many isotopes; used for nuclear fuels and nuclear weapons uranium u n the 21st letter of the Roman alphabet u adj (chiefly British) of or appropriate to the upper classes especially in language use ubiquitous adj being present everywhere at once omnipresent ubiquity n the state of being everywhere at once (or seeming to be everywhere at once) omnipresence udder n mammary gland of bovids (cows and sheep and goats) bag ufo n an (apparently) flying object whose nature is unknown; especially those considered to have extraterrestrial origins uganda n a landlocked republic in eastern Africa; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1962 ugandan n a native or inhabitant of Uganda ugandan adj of or relating to or characteristic of Uganda or its people ugliness n qualities of appearance that do not give pleasure to the senses beauty ugliness n the quality of being wicked wickedness ugly adj displeasing to the senses beautiful ugly adj inclined to anger or bad feelings with overtones of menace surly ugly adj morally reprehensible despicable,vile,slimy,unworthy,worthless,wretched ugly adj provoking horror atrocious,frightful,horrifying,horrible ugric n one of the two branches of the Finno-Ugric family of languages; spoken in Hungary and northwestern Siberia uk n a monarchy in northwestern Europe occupying most of the British Isles; divided into England and Scotland and Wales and Northern Ireland; `Gr britain ukase n an edict of the Russian tsar uke n a small guitar having four strings ukulele ukraine n a republic in southeastern Europe; formerly a European soviet; the center of the original Russian state which came into existence in the nin ukrainian n the Slavic language spoken in the Ukraine ukrainian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Ukraine or its people or culture ukulele n a small guitar having four strings uke ulcer n a circumscribed inflammatory and often suppurating lesion on the skin or an internal mucous surface resulting in necrosis of tissue ulceration ulceration n a circumscribed inflammatory and often suppurating lesion on the skin or an internal mucous surface resulting in necrosis of tissue ulcer ulceration n the process of ulcer formation; the process of becoming ulcerated ulcerous adj having an ulcer or canker ulema n the body of Mullahs (Muslim scholars trained in Islam and Islamic law) who are the interpreters of Islam's sciences and doctrines and laws a ullage n the amount that a container (as a wine bottle or tank) lacks of being full ulmus n type genus of family Ulmaceae; deciduous trees having simple serrate leaves; widely distributed in temperate regions ulna n the inner and longer of the two bones of the human forearm ulster n a historic division of Ireland located in the northeastern part of the island; six of Ulster's nine counties are in Northern Ireland ulster n loose long overcoat of heavy fabric; usually belted ulterior adj lying beyond what is openly revealed or avowed (especially being kept in the background or deliberately concealed) subterranean ulterior adj beyond or outside an area of immediate interest; remote ulterior adj coming at a subsequent time or stage later,posterior ultima n the last syllable in a word ultimate n the finest or most superior quality of its kind ultimate adj furthest or highest in degree or order; utmost or extreme proximate ultimate adj being the last or concluding element of a series ultimately adv as the end result of a succession or process finally ultimatum n a final peremptory demand ultra adj (used of opinions and actions) far beyond the norm extremist,radical ultraconservative n an extreme conservative; an opponent of progress or liberalism reactionary ultraconservative adj extremely conservative ultramarine n blue pigment made of powdered lapis lazuli ultramarine n a vivid blue to purple-blue color ultramarine adj of a brilliant pure blue to purplish blue color ultramodern adj extremely modern ultrasonic adj having frequencies above those of audible sound supersonic ultrasound n very high frequency sound; used in ultrasonography ultrasound n using the reflections of high-frequency sound waves to construct an image of a body organ (a sonogram); commonly used to observe fetal growt ultraviolet n radiation lying in the ultraviolet range; wave lengths shorter than light but longer than X rays uv ultraviolet adj having or employing wavelengths shorter than light but longer than X-rays; lying outside the visible spectrum at its violet end ulva n type genus of the family Ulvaceae; green seaweed having a thallus two cells thick: sea lettuce ulysses n (Roman mythology) Roman spelling for Odysseus uma n a benevolent aspect of Devi; `splendor' uma n fringe-toed lizard umbel n flat-topped or rounded inflorescence characteristic of the family Umbelliferae in which the individual flower stalks arise from about the sa umber n an earth pigment umber n a medium brown to dark-brown color chocolate,coffee umber adj of the color of any of various natural brown earth pigments umbilical n membranous duct connecting the fetus with the placenta umbilical adj relating to or resembling the umbilicus umbra n a region of complete shadow resulting from total obstruction of light umbrage n a feeling of anger caused by being offended offense umbrella n a lightweight handheld collapsible canopy umbrella n a formation of military planes maintained over ground operations or targets umbrella n having the function of uniting a group of similar things umbrella adj covering or applying simultaneously to a number of similar items or elements or groups ummah n the Muslim community or people, considered to extend from Mauritania to Pakistan ump n an official at a baseball game umpire umpire n an official at a baseball game ump umpire n someone chosen to judge and decide a disputed issue arbiter,arbitrator umpire v be a referee or umpire in a sports competition referee umpteen adj innumerable but many umpteenth adj last in an indefinitely numerous series un n an organization of independent states formed in 1945 to promote international peace and security unabashed adj not embarrassed unabashedly adv in an unabashed manner unabated adj continuing at full strength or intensity unable adj (usually followed by `to') not having the necessary means or skill or know-how able unable adj (usually followed by `to') lacking necessary physical or mental ability unable adj lacking in power or forcefulness ineffective,ineffectual unabridged n a dictionary that has not been shortened by the omitting terms or definitions; a comprehensive dictionary unabridged adj (used of texts) not shortened abridged unacceptable adj not adequate to give satisfaction unacceptable adj not acceptable; not welcome acceptable unacceptable adj (used of persons or their behavior) not acceptable or reasonable impossible unacceptable adj not conforming to standard usage unacceptably adv to an unacceptable degree intolerably acceptably unaccompanied adj being without an escort accompanied unaccompanied adj playing or singing without accompaniment accompanied unaccompanied adj (of a state or an event) taking place without something specified occurring at the same time unaccompanied adv without anybody else or anything else alone,solo unaccountable adj not to be accounted for or explained unexplainable unaccountable adj free from control or responsibility unaccountably adv in an unaccountable manner unaccredited adj lacking official approval unlicensed unaccustomed adj unusual or unfamiliar unaddressed adj not addressed addressed unadjusted adj not altered to fit certain requirements adjusted unadjusted adj not having adapted to new conditions unadorned adj not decorated with something to increase its beauty or distinction adorned unadulterated adj not mixed with impurities unadulterated adj without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers arrant,complete,consummate,everlasting,gross,perfect,pure,stark unaffected adj undergoing no change when acted upon affected unaffected adj unaware of or indifferent to insensible unaffected adj emotionally unmoved unmoved,untouched unaffected adj free of artificiality; sincere and genuine affected unaffiliated adj not affiliated unafraid adj oblivious of dangers or perils or calmly resolute in facing them fearless afraid unafraid adj free from fear or doubt; easy in mind secure,untroubled unaided adj carried out without aid or assistance unalienable adj incapable of being repudiated or transferred to another inalienable unalike adj not alike or similar dissimilar alike unalloyed adj free from admixture unalterable adj not capable of being changed or altered unalterable adj of a sentence; that cannot be changed unalterable adj remaining the same for indefinitely long times unalterably adv in an unalterable and unchangeable manner unaltered adj remaining in an original state unchanged altered unambiguous adj having or exhibiting a single clearly defined meaning ambiguous unambiguous adj admitting of no doubt or misunderstanding; having only one meaning or interpretation and leading to only one conclusion unequivocal,univocal unambiguously adv in an unambiguous manner unequivocally unambiguously adv so as to be unique uniquely unamended adj (of legislation) not amended amended unanimity n everyone being of one mind unanimous adj in complete agreement unanimous adj acting together as a single undiversified whole solid,whole unanimously adv of one mind; without dissent unannounced adj without warning or announcement unheralded unanswerable adj impossible to answer unanswered adj not returned in kind unrequited unanticipated adj not anticipated unforeseen,unseen unapologetic adj unwilling to make or express an apology apologetic unappealing adj (of characters in literature or drama) tending to evoke antipathetic feelings unsympathetic unappealing adj not able to attract favorable attention appealing unappetizing adj not appetizing in appearance, aroma, or taste appetizing unappreciated adj not likely to be rewarded thankless unappreciated adj having value that is not acknowledged unsung unapproachable adj discouraging intimacies; reserved approachable unapproachable adj inaccessibly located or situated unreachable unarm v take away the weapons from; render harmless disarm unarmed adj (used of persons or the military) not having or using arms armed unarmed adj (used of plants or animals) lacking barbs or stings or thorns armed unashamed adj used of persons or their behavior; feeling no shame ashamed unashamedly adv without shame shamelessly unassailable adj immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with impregnable,inviolable,secure,strong unassailable adj impossible to assail untouchable unassailable adj without flaws or loopholes unshakable,watertight,bulletproof unassisted adj unsupported by other people unassisted adj lacking help assisted unassuming adj not arrogant or presuming retiring unattached adj not fastened together unattached adj not associated in an exclusive sexual relationship uncommitted attached unattached adj (of animals) able to swim about; not attached unattainable adj impossible to achieve undoable unattended adj not watched unattended adj lacking accompaniment or a guard or escort unattended adj lacking a caretaker neglected unattractive adj lacking beauty or charm attractive unattractive adj lacking power to arouse interest unattractive adj not appealing to the senses unauthentic adj false or fake; not what it appears to be spurious unauthorized adj not endowed with authority authorized unauthorized adj without official authorization wildcat unavailability n the quality of not being available when needed inaccessibility availability unavailable adj not available or accessible or at hand available unavailing adj producing no result or effect futile,ineffectual,otiose,meaningless unavoidable adj impossible to avoid or evade inescapable unavoidably adv by necessity inescapably,inevitably unaware adj (often followed by `of') not aware aware unawareness n unconsciousness resulting from lack of knowledge or attention unawares adv without forethought or plan; inadvertently unawares adv suddenly and unexpectedly unawares adv at a disadvantage short unbalance n a lack of balance or state of disequilibrium imbalance,instability unbalance n a state of mental disturbance and disorientation unbalance v throw out of balance or equilibrium balance unbalance v derange mentally, throw out of mental balance; make insane derange unbalanced adj being or thrown out of equilibrium balanced unbalanced adj affected with madness or insanity crazy,demented,disturbed,mad,sick,unhinged unbalanced adj debits and credits are not equal unbearable adj incapable of being tolerated or endured intolerable unbearably adv to an unbearable degree unbeatable adj hard to defeat unbeatable adj incapable of being overcome or subdued invincible unbeaten adj not conquered unbecoming adj not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society indecent,unseemly,untoward unbeknown adj (usually used with `to') occurring or existing without the knowledge of unbeknownst unbeknown adv without someone's knowledge unbeknownst unbeknownst adj (usually used with `to') occurring or existing without the knowledge of unbeknown unbeknownst adv without someone's knowledge unbeknown unbelievable adj beyond belief or understanding incredible unbelievable adj having a probability too low to inspire belief improbable,unconvincing,unlikely unbelievably adv not easy to believe incredibly,improbably,implausibly unbelievably adv in an unbelievable manner unbelieving adj rejecting any belief in gods atheistic unbelieving adj holding that only material phenomena can be known and knowledge of spiritual matters or ultimate causes is impossible nescient unbelieving adj denying or questioning the tenets of especially a religion disbelieving,skeptical unbend v straighten up or out; make straight straighten unbend v unfasten, as a sail, from a spar or a stay unbend v free from flexure bend unbend v make less taut relax unbending adj incapable of adapting or changing to meet circumstances inflexible,rigid unbiased adj characterized by a lack of partiality indifferent unbiased adj without bias unblemished adj free from physical or moral spots or stains blemished unblock v clear or remove an obstruction from unblock v play the cards of (a suit) so that the last trick on which a hand can follow suit will be taken by a higher card in the hand of a partner wh unblock v make (assets) available free,release block unbolt v undo the bolt of bolt unbolted adj not firmly fastened or secured unlocked,unsecured unborn adj not yet brought into existence born unbound adj not secured within a cover bound unbound adj not restrained or tied down by bonds bound unbound adj not held in chemical or physical combination unbounded adj seemingly boundless in amount, number, degree, or especially extent boundless,limitless unbowed adj erect in posture straight unbowed adj not forced to bow down to a conqueror unbox v remove from a box box unbranded adj not marked with a brand branded unbreakable adj impossible to break especially under ordinary usage breakable unbridled adj not restrained or controlled unchecked unbroken adj marked by continuous or uninterrupted extension in space or time or sequence broken unbroken adj not subdued or trained for service or use unbroken adj (of farmland) not plowed unbroken adj (especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded kept broken unburden v free or relieve (someone) of a burden unburden v take the burden off; remove the burden from disburden burden unburdened adj not burdened with difficulties or responsibilities burdened unburdened adj not encumbered with a physical burden or load unbutton v undo the buttons of button unbuttoned adj not buttoned buttoned unbuttoned adj not under constraint in action or expression uncannily adv in an uncanny manner uncanny adj suggesting the operation of supernatural influences eldritch,weird,unearthly uncanny adj surpassing the ordinary or normal uncaring adj lacking affection or warm feeling detached uncaring adj without care or thought for others thoughtless,unthinking unceasing adj continuing forever or indefinitely ageless,eternal,everlasting,perpetual,unending unceasing adj uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing ceaseless,constant,incessant,perpetual,unremitting uncensored adj not subject to censorship censored unceremonious adj without ceremony or formality unceremonious adj without due formalities unceremoniously adv in an unceremonious manner uncertain adj lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance unsure certain uncertain adj not established beyond doubt; still undecided or unknown certain uncertain adj not established or confirmed unsealed uncertain adj not certain to occur; not inevitable certain uncertainly adv in an unsteady manner uncertainly adv showing lack of certainty uncertainty n being unsettled or in doubt or dependent on chance certainty uncertainty n the state of being unsure of something doubt certainty unchain v remove the chains from chain unchain v make free unchallenged adj generally agreed upon; not subject to dispute undisputed,unquestioned unchanged adj not made or become different changed unchanged adj remaining in an original state unaltered unchanging adj conforming to the same principles or course of action over time unchanging adj showing little if any change static,stable uncharacteristic adj distinctive and not typical characteristic uncharacteristically adv in uncharacteristic manner characteristically uncharted adj (of unknown regions) not yet surveyed or investigated unchartered adj not chartered chartered unchecked adj not restrained or controlled unbridled uncial n a style of orthography characterized by somewhat rounded capital letters; found especially in Greek and Latin manuscripts of the 4th to 8th uncial adj relating to or written in majuscule letters (which resemble modern capitals) uncivil adj lacking civility or good manners rude civil uncivilized adj without civilizing influences barbarian,barbaric,savage,wild unclaimed adj not claimed or called for by an owner or assignee unclassified adj not subject to a security classification classified unclassified adj not arranged in any specific grouping classified uncle n the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt aunt uncle n a source of help and advice and encouragement unclean adj soiled or likely to soil with dirt or grime dirty,soiled unclean adj having a physical or moral blemish so as to make impure according to dietary or ceremonial laws impure clean uncleanness n the state of being unsanitary unclear adj poorly stated or described unclear adj not clear to the mind clear unclear adj not easily deciphered unreadable uncluttered adj having nothing extraneous uncoated adj not having a coating coated uncoil v unwind or untwist coil uncoiled adj no longer coiled straight coiled uncollected adj not brought together in one place collected uncollectible adj not capable of being collected bad uncomfortable adj conducive to or feeling mental discomfort comfortable uncomfortable adj providing or experiencing physical discomfort comfortable uncomfortably adv in physical discomfort comfortably uncommitted adj not bound or pledged committed uncommitted adj not associated in an exclusive sexual relationship unattached uncommitted adj not busy; not otherwise committed available uncommon adj not common or ordinarily encountered; unusually great in amount or remarkable in character or kind common uncommon adj marked by an uncommon quality; especially superlative or extreme of its kind rare uncommonly adv exceptionally uncompensated adj not paying a salary uncompetitive adj not inclined to compete uncomplete adj not complete or total; not completed incomplete uncompleted adj not yet finished incomplete uncompleted adj not caught or not caught within bounds uncomplicated adj lacking complexity unsophisticated uncomplicated adj easy and not involved or complicated elementary,simple uncompromising adj not making concessions sturdy,inflexible compromising unconcealed adj not concealed or hidden concealed unconcern n the trait of remaining calm and seeming not to care; a casual lack of concern nonchalance,indifference unconcern n a feeling of lack of concern concern unconcerned adj lacking in interest or care or feeling concerned unconcerned adj easy in mind; not worried unconcerned adj not occupied or engaged with unconditional adj not conditional conditional unconditional adj not modified or restricted by reservations categorical,flat unconditional adj not contingent; not determined or influenced by someone or something else unconditionally adv not subject to a condition conditionally unconditionally adv in an unqualified manner flatly,categorically unconfined adj not confined confined unconfined adj free from confinement or physical restraint unconfirmed adj not finally established or settled confirmed unconnected adj not joined or linked together connected unconnected adj not connected by birth or family unconnected adj lacking orderly continuity confused,disconnected,disjointed,disordered,garbled,illogical,scattered unconscionable adj lacking a conscience unconscionable adj greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation exorbitant,extortionate,outrageous,steep unconscious n that part of the mind wherein psychic activity takes place of which the person is unaware unconscious adj not conscious; lacking awareness and the capacity for sensory perception as if asleep or dead conscious unconscious adj without conscious volition unconscious adj (followed by `of') not knowing or perceiving unconsciously adv without awareness consciously unconsciousness n a state lacking normal awareness of the self or environment consciousness unconsolidated adj loose and unstratified unconstitutional adj not consistent with or according to a constitution; contrary to the U.S. Constitution constitutional unconstitutionally adv in an unconstitutional manner constitutionally unconstrained adj free from constraint uncontaminated adj not corrupted by contact or association contaminated uncontaminated adj free from admixture with noxious elements; clean uncontested adj not disputed and not made the object of contention or competition contested uncontrollable adj difficult to solve or alleviate unmanageable uncontrollable adj incapable of being controlled ungovernable,unruly uncontrollable adj incapable of being controlled or managed unmanageable uncontrollable adj impossible to repress or control irrepressible uncontrollably adv in an uncontrolled manner uncontrolled adj not being under control; out of control controlled uncontroversial adj not likely to arouse controversy noncontroversial controversial unconventional adj not conforming to accepted rules or standards conventional unconventional adj not conventional or conformist conventional unconventional adj not conforming to legality, moral law, or social convention improper,unlawful unconverted adj not converted unconvinced adj lacking conviction convinced unconvincing adj not convincing flimsy convincing unconvincing adj having a probability too low to inspire belief improbable,unbelievable,unlikely uncool adj (spoken slang) unfashionable and boring uncooperative adj unwilling to cooperate cooperative uncooperative adj intentionally unaccommodating uncork v release uncork v draw the cork from (bottles) cork uncorrected adj left faulty or wrong corrected uncorrected adj not subjected to correction or discipline undisciplined uncorroborated adj unsupported by other evidence unsubstantiated uncounted adj too numerous to be counted countless,infinite,innumerable,multitudinous,myriad,numberless uncouple v disconnect or separate couple uncouth adj lacking refinement or cultivation or taste coarse,common,vulgar uncover v remove all or part of one's clothes to show one's body expose cover uncover v reveal to view as by removing a cover disclose,expose uncover v make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret unwrap,disclose,reveal,discover,expose,divulge,break uncovered adj not covered with clothing exposed uncovering n the removal of covering stripping,baring,husking uncovering n the act of discovering something discovery,find uncritical adj marked by disregard for critical standards or procedures critical uncritical adj not critical; not tending to find or call attention to errors critical uncritically adv in an uncritical manner critically unction n excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm smarm,fulsomeness unction n smug self-serving earnestness fulsomeness unction n semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation ointment,unguent,balm,salve unction n anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual unctuous adj unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech buttery,fulsome,oily,oleaginous,smarmy,soapy uncured adj not seasoned uncut adj not trimmed uncut adj (used of grass or vegetation) not cut down with a hand implement or machine uncut adj not shaped by cutting or trimming rough cut uncut adj (of pages of a book) having adjacent leaves still joined at the fore edge cut undamaged adj not harmed or spoiled; sound damaged undated adj not bearing a date dateless undaunted adj unshaken in purpose unshaken undaunted adj resolutely courageous undecided adj not brought to a conclusion; subject to further thought open,undetermined,unresolved undecided adj characterized by indecision undecided adj not yet having made a commitment undeclared adj not announced or openly acknowledged declared undefeated adj victorious defeated undefiled adj free from stain or blemish immaculate undefiled adj (of language) not having its purity or excellence debased undefined adj not precisely limited, determined, or distinguished vague defined undemocratic adj not in agreement with or according to democratic doctrine or practice or ideals democratic undeniable adj not possible to deny undeniably adv to an undeniable degree or in an undeniable manner under adj located below or beneath something else nether under adj lower in rank, power, or authority under adv down to defeat, death, or ruin under adv through a range downward under adv into unconsciousness under adv in or into a state of subordination or subjugation underachieve v perform less well or with less success than expected underage adj not of legal age minor underage adj dependent by virtue of youth underarm adj with hand brought forward and up from below shoulder level underhand,underhanded underarm adv with the hand swung below shoulder level underhand underbelly n lower side underbelly n the soft belly or underside of an animal's body underbelly n the quality of being weak or unprotected underbid v bid (a hand of cards) at less than the strength of the hand warrants underbid v bid lower than a competing bidder outbid underbid v bid too low overbid underbrush n the brush (small trees and bushes and ferns etc.) growing beneath taller trees in a wood or forest undergrowth,underwood undercarriage n framework that serves as a support for the body of a vehicle underclass n the social class lowest in the social hierarchy underclass adj belonging to the lowest and least privileged social stratum undercoat n seal consisting of a coating of a tar or rubberlike material on the underside of a motor vehicle to retard corrosion undercoat n the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface ground,primer,priming undercoat n thick soft fur lying beneath the longer and coarser guard hair undercoat v cover with a primer; apply a primer to prime,ground undercover adj conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods clandestine,secret,surreptitious,underground undercurrent n a subdued emotional quality underlying an utterance; implicit meaning undertone undercurrent n a current below the surface of a fluid undercut n the material removed by a cut made underneath undercut n the tender meat of the loin muscle on each side of the vertebral column tenderloin undercut n a notch cut in the trunk of tree in order to determine the direction of its fall undercut n (sports) a stroke that puts reverse spin on the ball cut undercut v sell cheaper than one's competition undersell undercut v cut away material from the underside of (an object) so as to leave an overhanging portion in relief undercut v cut away the underpart of undercut v strike (the ball) in golf, tennis, or hockey obliquely downward so as to give a backspin or elevation to the shot underdevelop v process (a film or photographic plate) less than the required time or in an ineffective solution or at an insufficiently high temperature underdeveloped adj relating to societies in which capital needed to industrialize is in short supply developing underdeveloped adj not yet fully developed underdevelopment n state of inadequate development underdevelopment n (photography) inadequate processing of film resulting in inadequate contrast underdog n one at a disadvantage and expected to lose underestimate n an estimation that is too low; an estimate that is less than the true or actual value underestimate v assign too low a value to undervalue overestimate underestimate v make a deliberately low estimate underestimate v make too low an estimate of underrate overestimate underfed adj not getting adequate food undernourished underfoot adv under the feet underfoot adv in the way and hindering progress undergarment n a garment worn under other garments unmentionable undergo v pass through undergrad n a university student who has not yet received a first degree undergraduate undergraduate n a university student who has not yet received a first degree undergrad underground n a secret group organized to overthrow a government or occupation force resistance underground n an electric railway operating below the surface of the ground (usually in a city) metro,tube,subway underground adj under the level of the ground underground adj conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods clandestine,secret,surreptitious,undercover underground adv in or into hiding or secret operation underground adv beneath the surface of the earth undergrowth n the brush (small trees and bushes and ferns etc.) growing beneath taller trees in a wood or forest underbrush,underwood underhand adj with hand brought forward and up from below shoulder level underhanded,underarm underhand adj marked by deception sneaky,underhanded underhand adv slyly and secretly underhand adv with the hand swung below shoulder level underarm underhanded adj marked by deception sneaky,underhand underhanded adj with hand brought forward and up from below shoulder level underhand,underarm underlay n a pad placed under a carpet underlay v raise or support (the level of printing) by inserting a piece of paper or cardboard under the type underlay v put (something) under or beneath underlay v provide with a base, support, lining, or backing underlie v be or form the base for underlie v lie underneath underline n a line drawn underneath (especially under written matter) underscore underline v give extra weight to (a communication) underscore,emphasize underline v draw a line or lines underneath to call attention to underscore underling n an assistant subject to the authority or control of another subordinate,subsidiary underlip n the lower lip underlying adj in the nature of something though not readily apparent inherent underlying adj located beneath or below underlying adj being or involving basic facts or principles fundamental,rudimentary undermanned adj inadequate in number of workers or assistants etc. understaffed undermine v destroy property or hinder normal operations sabotage,counteract,subvert,weaken undermine v hollow out as if making a cave or opening cave underneath adv on the lower or downward side; on the underside of underneath adv under or below an object or a surface; at a lower place or level; directly beneath undernourish v provide with insufficient quality or quantity of nourishment undernourished adj not getting adequate food underfed underpants n an undergarment that covers the body from the waist no further than to the thighs; usually worn next to the skin underpass n an underground tunnel or passage enabling pedestrians to cross a road or railway subway underpay v pay too little overpay underpayment n a payment smaller than needed or expected underpayment n the act of paying less than required underpin v support from beneath underpin v support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm corroborate,support underplay v act (a role) with great restraint underplay v play a card lower than (a held high card) underprice v sell at artificially low prices dump underprivileged adj lacking the rights and advantages of other members of society privileged underrate v make too low an estimate of underestimate underscore n a line drawn underneath (especially under written matter) underline underscore v give extra weight to (a communication) underline,emphasize underscore v draw a line or lines underneath to call attention to underline undersea adj beneath the surface of the sea submarine undersecretary n a secretary immediately subordinate to the head of a department of government undersell v sell cheaper than one's competition undercut undershirt n a collarless men's undergarment for the upper part of the body singlet,vest underside n the lower side of anything bottom undersized adj smaller than normal for its kind underskirt n undergarment worn under a skirt petticoat understaffed adj inadequate in number of workers or assistants etc. undermanned understand v know and comprehend the nature or meaning of understand v perceive (an idea or situation) mentally realize,realise,see understand v make sense of a language read,interpret,translate understand v believe to be the case infer understandable adj capable of being apprehended or understood intelligible understandably adv in an intelligible manner intelligibly,clearly understanding n the cognitive condition of someone who understands apprehension,discernment,savvy understanding n the statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises agreement understanding n an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion sympathy understanding n the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination reason,intellect understanding adj characterized by understanding based on comprehension and discernment and empathy understate v represent as less significant or important minimize overstate understated adj exhibiting restrained good taste unpretentious understatement n a statement that is restrained in ironic contrast to what might have been said overstatement understood adj fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation understood adj implied by or inferred from actions or statements silent,tacit understudy n an actor able to replace a regular performer when required standby understudy v be an understudy or alternate for a role alternate undertake v enter upon an activity or enterprise attempt undertake v accept as a challenge tackle undertake v promise to do or accomplish guarantee undertake v enter into a contractual arrangement contract undertaker n one whose business is the management of funerals mortician undertaking n any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted project,task,labor undertaking n the trade of a funeral director undertone n a quiet or hushed tone of voice undertone n a subdued emotional quality underlying an utterance; implicit meaning undercurrent undertone n a pale or subdued color tinge undertow n an inclination contrary to the strongest or prevailing feeling undertow n the seaward undercurrent created after waves have broken on the shore undervaluation n too low a value or price assigned to something undervalue v assign too low a value to underestimate overvalue undervalue v esteem lightly undervalue v lose in value depreciate,devaluate,devalue underwater adj beneath the surface of the water submerged,submersed underwater adj growing or remaining under water submerged,submersed underway adj currently in progress afoot underwear n undergarment worn next to the skin and under the outer garments underweight adj being very thin scraggly,boney,bony,scrawny,skinny,weedy underwood n the brush (small trees and bushes and ferns etc.) growing beneath taller trees in a wood or forest underbrush,undergrowth underworld n the criminal class underworld n (religion) the world of the dead hell,hades,netherworld underwrite v guarantee financial support of underwrite v protect by insurance cover,insure underwriter n a banker who deals chiefly in underwriting new securities underwriter n an agent who sells insurance underwriter n a financial institution that sells insurance insurer undeserved adj not deserved or earned undeserving adj not deserving unworthy undesirable n one whose presence is undesirable undesirable adj not wanted unwanted desirable undesirable adj not worthy of being chosen (especially as a spouse) unsuitable undetectable adj not easily seen undetectable adj barely able to be perceived insensible undetected adj not perceived or discerned detected undetermined adj not yet having been ascertained or determined determined undetermined adj not precisely determined or established; not fixed or known in advance indeterminate undetermined adj not brought to a conclusion; subject to further thought open,undecided,unresolved undeterred adj not deterred undeveloped adj not developed, mature, or fully formulated developed undeveloped adj not developed, improved, exploited or used unexploited undiagnosed adj eluding diagnosis undies n women's underwear undifferentiated adj not differentiated uniform differentiated undignified adj lacking dignity dignified undiluted adj not diluted diluted undiminished adj not lessened or diminished unrelieved undine n any of various female water spirits undiplomatic adj not skilled in dealing with others diplomatic undisciplined adj not subjected to discipline undisciplined adj not subjected to correction or discipline uncorrected undisciplined adj lacking in discipline or control undisclosed adj not made known undiscovered adj not discovered undiscovered adj not yet discovered unexplored undisguised adj plain to see undisputed adj generally agreed upon; not subject to dispute unchallenged,unquestioned undistinguished adj not special in any way; lacking distinction undistributed adj (of investments) not distributed among a variety of securities undisturbed adj untroubled by interference or disturbance undiversified adj not diversified diversified undivided adj not parted by conflict of opinion undivided adj not shared by or among others undivided adj not divided among or brought to bear on more than one object or objective single,exclusive undivided adj not separated into parts or shares; constituting an undivided unit undo v cancel, annul, or reverse an action or its effect undo v deprive of certain characteristics undo v cause the ruin or downfall of undo v cause to become loose untie,loosen undoable adj impossible to achieve unattainable undock v move out of a dock dock undock v take (a ship) out of a dock dock undocumented adj lacking necessary documents (as for e.g. permission to live or work in a country) documented undoing n an act that makes a previous act of no effect (as if not done) undoing n loosening the ties that fasten something undone adj not done undone adj doomed to extinction ruined,sunk undone adj not fastened or tied or secured undone adj thrown into a state of disorganization or incoherence unstuck undoubtedly adv without doubt; certainly doubtless undreamed adj not imagined even in a dream unimagined undress n partial or complete nakedness undress v get undressed strip,disrobe,peel dress undress v remove (someone's or one's own) clothes strip,divest undressed adj of lumber or stone or hides; not finished or dressed undressed adj having removed clothing undue adj not yet payable due undue adj not appropriate or proper (or even legal) in the circumstances due undue adj lacking justification or authorization unjustified,unwarranted undue adj beyond normal limits excessive,inordinate,unreasonable undulate v stir up (water) so as to form ripples ripple,ruffle,riffle,cockle undulate v occur in soft rounded shapes roll undulate v move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion roll,flap,wave undulate v increase and decrease in volume or pitch, as if in waves undulate adj having a wavy margin and rippled surface unduly adv to an undue degree undying adj never dying deathless unearned adj not gained by merit or labor or service earned unearth v bring to light unearth v recover through digging excavate unearthly adj concerned with or affecting the spirit or soul spiritual unearthly adj suggesting the operation of supernatural influences eldritch,weird,uncanny unease n physical discomfort (as mild sickness or depression) malaise,uneasiness unease n the trait of seeming ill at ease disquiet,uneasiness uneasily adv with anxiety or apprehension anxiously uneasiness n feelings of anxiety that make you tense and irritable edginess uneasiness n physical discomfort (as mild sickness or depression) malaise,unease uneasiness n embarrassment deriving from the feeling that others are critically aware of you uneasiness n the trait of seeming ill at ease disquiet,unease uneasy adj lacking a sense of security or affording no ease or reassurance easy uneasy adj lacking or not affording physical or mental rest restless uneasy adj causing or fraught with or showing anxiety anxious,nervous,queasy uneasy adj socially uncomfortable; unsure and constrained in manner awkward uneconomic adj wasteful of resources uneconomical uneconomical adj inefficient in use of time and effort and materials wasteful uneconomical adj wasteful of resources uneconomic unedited adj not changed by editing uneducated adj not having a good education educated unemotional adj unsusceptible to or destitute of or showing no emotion emotional unemotional adj cool and formal in manner restrained,reticent unemployable adj not acceptable for employment as a worker employable unemployed n people who are involuntarily out of work (considered as a group) unemployed adj not engaged in a gainful occupation employed unemployment n the state of being unemployed or not having a job employment unencumbered adj free of encumbrance encumbered unencumbered adj not burdened with cares or responsibilities unending adj continuing forever or indefinitely ageless,eternal,everlasting,perpetual,unceasing unenforceable adj not enforceable; not capable of being brought about by compulsion enforceable unenforced adj not enforced; not compelled especially by legal or police action enforced unenlightened adj not enlightened; ignorant enlightened unenlightened adj lacking information or instruction naive unenthusiastic adj not enthusiastic; lacking excitement or ardor enthusiastic unenviable adj hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment awkward,embarrassing,sticky unenviable adj so undesirable as to be incapable of arousing envy unequal adj poorly balanced or matched in quantity or value or measure equal unequal adj lacking the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task inadequate unequaled adj radically distinctive and without equal alone,unique,unparalleled unequivocal adj admitting of no doubt or misunderstanding; having only one meaning or interpretation and leading to only one conclusion univocal,unambiguous equivocal unequivocal adj clearly defined or formulated definitive unequivocally adv in an unambiguous manner unambiguously unesco n an agency of the United Nations that promotes education and communication and the arts unethical adj not conforming to approved standards of social or professional behavior ethical unethically adv in an unethical manner ethically uneven adj not even or uniform as e.g. in shape or texture even uneven adj (of a contest or contestants) not fairly matched as opponents mismatched uneven adj not divisible by two odd uneven adj variable and recurring at irregular intervals unevenly adv in an uneven and irregular way evenly unevenly adv in a ragged uneven manner unevenly adv in an unequal or partial manner evenly uneventful adj marked by no noteworthy or significant events eventful unexciting adj not stimulating unexciting adj not exciting exciting unexpected adj not expected or anticipated expected unexpectedly adv in a way that was not expected unexpectedly adv without advance planning accidentally,circumstantially unexpired adj not having come to an end or been terminated by passage of time expired unexplainable adj not to be accounted for or explained unaccountable unexplained adj not explained unexplained adj having the reason or cause not made clear unexploded adj still capable of exploding or being fired unexploited adj not developed, improved, exploited or used undeveloped exploited unexplored adj not yet discovered undiscovered unfailing adj not liable to failure foolproof unfailing adj always able to supply more unfailing adj unceasing unflagging unfailingly adv without fail unfair adj not fair; marked by injustice or partiality or deception unjust fair unfairly adv in an unfair manner fairly unfairness n partiality that is not fair or equitable fairness unfairness n injustice by virtue of not conforming with rules or standards inequity fairness unfairness n an unjust act injustice,iniquity unfaithful adj not true to duty or obligation or promises faithful unfaithful adj having sexual relations with someone other than your husband or wife, or your boyfriend or girlfriend faithful unfaithful adj having the character of, or characteristic of, a traitor traitorous,treasonous unfaithful adj not trustworthy unfamiliar adj not known or well known familiar unfamiliarity n unusualness as a consequence of not being well known strangeness familiarity unfashionable adj not in accord with or not following current fashion fashionable unfashionable adj unpopular and considered unappealing or unfashionable at the time unfathomable adj of depth; not capable of being sounded or measured fathomable unfathomable adj resembling an abyss in depth; so deep as to be unmeasurable abysmal,abyssal unfathomable adj incapable of being fully understood unfavorable adj not encouraging or approving or pleasing favorable unfavorable adj (of winds or weather) tending to hinder or oppose favorable unfavorable adj involving or creating circumstances detrimental to success or effectiveness disadvantageous unfavorably adv showing disapproval; in a disparaging way favorably unfeasible adj not capable of being carried out or put into practice impracticable,infeasible,unworkable unfeeling adj devoid of feeling for others unfeeling adj devoid of feeling or sensation unfenced adj not enclosed by a fence unfettered adj not bound by shackles and chains unshackled,untied unfilled adj of purchase orders that have not been filled filled unfinished adj not brought to the desired final state finished unfinished adj not brought to an end or conclusion finished unfinished adj lacking a surface finish such as paint bare unfit v make unfit or unsuitable disqualify unfit adj below the required standards for a purpose fit unfit adj not in good physical or mental condition; out of condition fit unfit adj physically unsound or diseased bad,unsound unflagging adj showing sustained enthusiastic action with unflagging vitality indefatigable,tireless unflagging adj unceasing unfailing unflattering adj showing or representing unfavorably flattering unflinching adj not shrinking from danger unfocused adj (of an image) not being in or brought into focus focused unfocused adj not concentrated at one point or upon one objective unfold v develop or come to a promising stage blossom unfold v open to the view unfold v extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length stretch,extend unfold v spread out or open from a closed or folded state spread,open fold unfolding n a developmental process flowering unforeseeable adj incapable of being anticipated unforeseen adj not anticipated unanticipated,unseen unforgettable adj impossible to forget forgettable unforgivable adj not excusable inexcusable unforgiving adj unwilling or unable to forgive or show mercy forgiving unforgiving adj not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty grim,inexorable,relentless,stern,unrelenting unformed adj not having form or shape formed unformed adj not formed or organized unfortunate n a person who suffers misfortune unfortunate adj not favored by fortune; marked or accompanied by or resulting in ill fortune fortunate unfortunate adj not auspicious; boding ill inauspicious unfortunate adj unsuitable or regrettable unfortunately adv by bad luck regrettably,alas fortunately unfounded adj without a basis in reason or fact baseless,groundless,idle,unwarranted,wild unfriendly adj not easy to understand or use friendly unfriendly adj not disposed to friendship or friendliness friendly unfriendly adj not friendly inimical unfriendly adj very unfavorable to life or growth hostile unfrozen adj not frozen frozen unfulfilled adj of persons; marked by failure to realize full potentialities unrealized unfunded adj not furnished with funds funded unfurl v unroll, unfold, or spread out or be unrolled, unfolded, or spread out from a furled state unroll ungainly adj lacking grace in movement or posture gawky,clumsy,unwieldy ungainly adj difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape awkward,bunglesome,clumsy unglamorous adj not challenging; dull and lacking excitement commonplace,humdrum,prosaic ungodly adj characterized by iniquity; wicked because it is believed to be a sin sinful ungovernable adj incapable of being controlled uncontrollable,unruly ungrateful adj not feeling or showing gratitude thankless grateful ungrateful adj disagreeable ungual adj of or relating to a nail or claw or hoof unguarded adj lacking protection or a guard unguarded adj displaying or feeling no wariness unguent n semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation ointment,unction,balm,salve unhampered adj not slowed or blocked or interfered with unhindered unhampered adj not held in check or subject to control unhappily adv in an unpleasant way happily unhappily adv in an unfortunate way sadly unhappiness n emotions experienced when not in a state of well-being sadness unhappiness n state characterized by emotions ranging from mild discontentment to deep grief happiness unhappy adj experiencing or marked by or causing sadness or sorrow or discontent happy unhappy adj generalized feeling of distress dysphoric,distressed unhappy adj causing discomfort unhappy adj marked by or producing unhappiness unharmed adj not injured or harmed unhurt,unscathed,whole unhealthful adj not sanitary or healthful unsanitary unhealthful adj detrimental to good health healthful unhealthful adj detrimental to health unhealthy unhealthy adj not in or exhibiting good health in body or mind healthy unhealthy adj detrimental to health unhealthful unhealthy adj not conducive to good health unheard adj not necessarily inaudible but not heard unheeded adj disregarded ignored,neglected unhelpful adj providing no assistance helpful unheralded adj without warning or announcement unannounced unhesitatingly adv without hesitation hesitantly unhindered adj not slowed or blocked or interfered with unhampered unhinge v disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed perturb,disquiet,trouble,cark,distract,disorder unhinge v remove the hinges from unhinged adj affected with madness or insanity crazy,demented,disturbed,mad,sick,unbalanced unhitch v unfasten or release from or as if from a hitch hitch unholy adj not hallowed or consecrated holy unholy adj extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell demonic,diabolical,fiendish,hellish,infernal,satanic unholy adj having committed unrighteous acts sinful,wicked unhook v take off a hook hook unhurried adj relaxed and leisurely; without hurry or haste hurried unhurried adj capable of accepting delay with equanimity unhurt adj not injured or harmed unharmed,unscathed,whole unhurt adj free from danger or injury uniate n a member of the Uniat Church uniate adj of or relating to former Eastern Christian or Orthodox churches that have been received under the jurisdiction of the Church of Rome but ret unicef n an agency of the United Nations responsible for programs to aid education and the health of children and mothers in developing countries unicellular adj having or consisting of a single cell unicorn n an imaginary creature represented as a white horse with a long horn growing from its forehead unicycle n a vehicle with a single wheel that is driven by pedals monocycle unicycle v ride a unicycle unidentified adj not yet identified unidentified adj being or having an unknown or unnamed source nameless,unknown,unnamed unification n an occurrence that involves the production of a union fusion,merger unification n the state of being joined or united or linked union unification n the act of making or becoming a single unit union,uniting,conjugation,jointure unified adj formed or united into a whole incorporate,incorporated,integrated,merged unified adj operating as a unit coordinated,interconnected uniform n clothing of distinctive design worn by members of a particular group as a means of identification uniform v provide with uniforms uniform adj always the same; showing a single form or character in all occurrences multiform uniform adj the same throughout in structure or composition consistent uniform adj not differentiated undifferentiated uniform adj evenly spaced uniformed adj dressed in a uniform uniformity n a condition in which everything is regular and unvarying uniformity n the quality of lacking diversity or variation (even to the point of boredom) uniformly adv in a uniform manner unify v become one unite,merge disunify unify v to bring or combine together or with something else mix,mingle,amalgamate unify v bring together for a common purpose or action or ideology or in a shared situation unite unify v act in concert or unite in a common purpose or belief unite unifying adj combining into a single unit unifying adj tending to unify unilateral adj involving only one part or side multilateral unilateral adj tracing descent from either the paternal or the maternal line only unilateralism n the doctrine that nations should conduct their foreign affairs individualistically without the advice or involvement of other nations unilaterally adv in a unilateral manner; by means of one part or party multilaterally unimaginable adj totally unlikely impossible,inconceivable unimaginative adj deficient in originality or creativity; lacking powers of invention sterile,uninspired unimaginative adj dealing only with concrete facts unimaginative adj lacking spontaneity or originality or individuality stereotyped,stereotypical unimagined adj not imagined even in a dream undreamed unimpaired adj not damaged or diminished in any respect impaired unimpeachable adj beyond doubt or reproach unimpeachable adj free of guilt; not subject to blame blameless unimpeachable adj completely acceptable; not open to exception or reproach unimpeded adj not slowed or prevented unimportant adj not important important unimportant adj devoid of importance, meaning, or force insignificant unimpressed adj not moved to serious regard unimpressive adj not capable of impressing impressive unimproved adj not made more desirable or valuable or profitable; especially not made ready for use or marketing improved unimproved adj (of land) not cleared of trees and brush; in the wild or natural state unincorporated adj not organized and maintained as a legal corporation uninfected adj free from sepsis or infection clean uninformed adj not informed; lacking in knowledge or information informed uninhabitable adj not fit for habitation uninhabited adj not having inhabitants; not lived in inhabited uninhibited adj not inhibited or restrained inhibited uninitiated adj not initiated; deficient in relevant experience naive uninjured adj not injured physically or mentally injured uninspired adj having no intellectual or emotional or spiritual excitement uninspired adj deficient in originality or creativity; lacking powers of invention sterile,unimaginative uninspiring adj depressing to the spirit inspiring uninsurable adj not capable of being insured or not eligible to be insured uninsured adj not covered by insurance insured unintelligible adj poorly articulated or enunciated, or drowned by noise intelligible unintelligible adj hard or impossible to understand opaque unintended adj not deliberate intended unintentional adj done or made or performed with purpose and intent designed,intentional unintentional adj not done with purpose or intent unplanned,unwitting unintentionally adv without intention; in an unintentional manner accidentally intentionally uninterested adj not having or showing interest interested uninterested adj having no care or interest in knowing uninteresting adj arousing no interest or attention or curiosity or excitement interesting uninteresting adj characteristic or suggestive of an institution especially in being uniform or dull or unimaginative uninterrupted adj having undisturbed continuity uninterrupted adj continuing in time or space without interruption continuous uninvited adj (of a thought or act) unwelcome or involuntary uninvited adj (of a person) not having been invited uninviting adj neither attractive nor tempting inviting uninviting adj not tempting uninvolved adj not involved involved uninvolved adj showing lack of emotional involvement detached union n an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer brotherhood union n the United States (especially the northern states during the American Civil War) north union n the act of pairing a male and female for reproductive purposes coupling,mating,pairing,conjugation union n the state of being joined or united or linked unification separation union adj being of or having to do with the northern United States and those loyal to the Union during the American Civil War federal union adj of trade unions nonunion unionism n the system or principles and theory of labor unions unionist n a worker who belongs to a trade union unionization n act of forming labor unions unionize v recruit for a union or organize into a union unionize v form or join a union organize unionized adj not converted into ions unionized adj being a member of or formed into a labor union organized unique adj radically distinctive and without equal alone,unequaled,unparalleled unique adj (followed by `to') applying exclusively to a given category or condition or locality unique adj the single one of its kind singular unique adj highly unusual or rare but not the single instance uniquely adv so as to be unique unambiguously uniqueness n the quality of being one of a kind singularity unisex adj not distinguished on the basis of sex unison n corresponding exactly unison n occurring together or simultaneously unison n (music) two or more sounds or tones at the same pitch or in octaves unit n any division of quantity accepted as a standard of measurement or exchange unit n an individual or group or structure or other entity regarded as a structural or functional constituent of a whole unit n an organization regarded as part of a larger social group unit n a single undivided whole unitard n a tight-fitting garment of stretchy material that covers the body from the shoulders to the thighs (and may have long sleeves or legs reachi leotard unitarian n adherent of Unitarianism unitarian adj of or relating to or characterizing Unitarianism unitary adj relating to or characterized by or aiming toward unity unitary adj of or pertaining to or involving the use of units unitary adj characterized by or constituting a form of government in which power is held by one central authority federal unitary adj having the indivisible character of a unit one unite v act in concert or unite in a common purpose or belief unify divide unite v become one unify,merge unite v have or possess in combination combine unite v be or become joined or united or linked connect,link,join united adj characterized by unity; being or joined into a single entity divided united adj of or relating to two people who are married to each other joined uniting n the combination of two or more commercial companies amalgamation,merger uniting n the act of making or becoming a single unit union,unification,conjugation,jointure unity n an undivided or unbroken completeness or totality with nothing wanting integrity,wholeness unity n the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number one,i,ace,single unity n the quality of being united into one oneness universal n (linguistics) a grammatical rule (or other linguistic feature) that is found in all languages universal n (logic) a proposition that asserts something of all members of a class particular universal n a behavioral convention or pattern characteristic of all members of a particular culture or of all human beings universal n coupling that connects two rotating shafts allowing freedom of movement in all directions universal adj of worldwide scope or applicability cosmopolitan,ecumenical,general,worldwide universal adj applicable to or common to all members of a group or set universal adj adapted to various purposes, sizes, forms, operations universality n the quality of being universal; existing everywhere universally adv everywhere universe n everything that exists anywhere existence,creation,world,cosmos universe n (statistics) the entire aggregation of items from which samples can be drawn population universe n everything stated or assumed in a given discussion university n the body of faculty and students at a university university n establishment where a seat of higher learning is housed, including administrative and living quarters as well as facilities for research and university n a large and diverse institution of higher learning created to educate for life and for a profession and to grant degrees univocal adj admitting of no doubt or misunderstanding; having only one meaning or interpretation and leading to only one conclusion unequivocal,unambiguous unjust adj not fair; marked by injustice or partiality or deception unfair unjust adj violating principles of justice just unjust adj not equitable or fair inequitable unjustifiable adj incapable of being justified or explained indefensible,insupportable,unwarranted unjustifiably adv without any excuse inexcusably justifiably unjustified adj lacking justification or authorization undue,unwarranted unjustly adv in an unjust manner justly unkempt adj not neatly combed unkempt adj not properly maintained or cared for unkind adj lacking kindness kind unkind adj deficient in humane and kindly feelings pitiless unkindness n lack of sympathy kindness unknowable adj not knowable unknowing n ignorance (especially of orthodox beliefs) nescience unknowing adj unaware because of a lack of relevant information or knowledge ignorant,unwitting unknowingly adv without knowledge or intention unwittingly,inadvertently knowingly unknown n an unknown and unexplored region unknown n anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found stranger,alien unknown n a variable whose values are solutions of an equation unknown adj not known known unknown adj being or having an unknown or unnamed source nameless,unidentified,unnamed unknown adj not known to exist unknown adj not famous or acclaimed obscure,unsung unlabeled adj lacking a label or tag labeled unlawful adj not conforming to legality, moral law, or social convention improper,unconventional unlawful adj contrary to or prohibited by or defiant of law lawful unlawful adj not morally right or permissible unlawful adj having no legally established claim wrongful unlawfully adv not conforming to the law lawfully unleaded adj not treated with lead leadless leaded unleaded adj not having leads between the lines unleash v release or vent unleash v release from a leash unleash v turn loose or free from restraint loose unlicensed adj lacking official approval unaccredited unlike adj marked by dissimilarity like unlike adj not equal in amount like unlikely adj not likely to be true or to occur or to have occurred improbable unlikely adj has little chance of being the case or coming about likely unlikely adj having a probability too low to inspire belief improbable,unbelievable,unconvincing unlimited adj having no limits in range or scope limitless limited unlimited adj without reservation or exception outright unlimited adj that cannot be entirely consumed or used up inexhaustible unlined adj not having a lining or liner lined unlined adj smooth, especially of skin seamless unlisted adj not on a list listed unlisted adj not having your name entered on a voting list unlivable adj unfit or unsuitable to live in or with livable unload v remove (cargo, people, etc.) from and leave drop,discharge unload v remove the load from (a container or vehicle) offload unloaded adj (of weapons) not charged with ammunition loaded unloading n the labor of taking a load of something off of or out of a vehicle or ship or container etc. loading unlock v open the lock of lock unlock v set free or release unlock v become unlocked lock unlocked adj not firmly fastened or secured unbolted,unsecured unloved adj not loved loved unlucky adj having or bringing misfortune luckless lucky unlucky adj marked by or promising bad fortune doomed unmade adj (of a bed) not having the sheets and blankets set in order made unmanageable adj difficult to use or handle or manage because of size or weight or shape unwieldy unmanageable adj hard to control difficult manageable unmanageable adj difficult to solve or alleviate uncontrollable unmanageable adj incapable of being controlled or managed uncontrollable unmanned adj lacking a crew manned unmarked adj not having an identifying mark marked unmarked adj not taken into account overlooked unmarried adj not married or related to the unmarried state single married unmask v reveal the true nature of unmask v take the mask off mask unmatched adj of the remaining member of a pair odd unmatched adj eminent beyond or above comparison one,peerless,unrivaled unmentionable n a garment worn under other garments undergarment unmentionable adj unsuitable or forbidden as a topic of conversation unmerciful adj having or showing no mercy merciless unmistakable adj clearly evident to the mind unmistakable adj clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment apparent,evident,manifest,palpable,patent,plain unmistakably adv without possibility of mistake unmistakably adv in a signal manner remarkably unmitigated adj not diminished or moderated in intensity or severity; sometimes used as an intensifier mitigated unmixed adj not mixed with extraneous elements plain,sheer unmixed adj not constituting a compound unmolested adj not interfered with, disturbed, or harmed unmoved adj emotionally unmoved unaffected,untouched moved unmoved adj being in the original position; not having been moved unnamed adj being or having an unknown or unnamed source nameless,unidentified,unknown unnatural adj not in accordance with or determined by nature; contrary to nature natural unnatural adj not normal; not typical or usual or regular or conforming to a norm abnormal unnatural adj speaking or behaving in an artificial way to make an impression affected unnaturally adv in an unnatural way naturally unnaturally adv not according to nature; not by natural means artificially unnaturally adv in a manner at variance with what is natural or normal naturally unnecessarily adv in an unnecessary manner necessarily unnecessarily adv without any necessity unnecessary adj not necessary unneeded necessary unneeded adj not necessary unnecessary unnerve v disturb the composure of faze,unsettle unnerved adj deprived of courage and strength unnerving adj inspiring fear formidable,redoubtable unnoticed adj not noticed noticed unobstructed adj free from impediment or obstruction or hindrance obstructed unobtainable adj not capable of being obtained inaccessible,untouchable unobtrusive adj not obtrusive or undesirably noticeable unoccupied adj not held or filled or in use occupied unoccupied adj not seized and controlled occupied unoccupied adj not leased to or occupied by a tenant unofficial adj not having official authority or sanction official unofficial adj not officially established unofficially adv without official authorization unofficially adv not in an official capacity officially unopened adj not yet opened or unsealed unopposed adj not having opposition or an opponent opposed unorganized adj not having or belonging to a structured whole organized unorganized adj not affiliated in a trade union unorthodox adj independent in behavior or thought irregular,maverick unorthodox adj breaking with convention or tradition orthodox unpack v remove from its packing pack unpaid adj not paid paid unpaid adj without payment volunteer unpaid adj engaged in as a pastime amateur,recreational unpainted adj not having makeup on painted unpainted adj not having a coat of paint or badly in need of a fresh coat painted unpalatable adj not pleasant or acceptable to the taste or mind palatable unparalleled adj radically distinctive and without equal alone,unique,unequaled unpatriotic adj showing lack of love for your country disloyal patriotic unpaved adj not having a paved surface paved unperturbed adj free from emotional agitation or nervous tension unruffled unplaced adj not one of the first three in a race or competition unplanned adj without apparent forethought or prompting or planning planned unplanned adj not done with purpose or intent unintentional,unwitting unpleasant adj offensive or disagreeable; causing discomfort or unhappiness pleasant unpleasantly adv in an unpleasant manner pleasantly unpleasantness n the feeling caused by disagreeable stimuli; one pole of a continuum of states of feeling unpleasantness n the quality of giving displeasure unplug v pull the plug of (electrical appliances) and render inoperable disconnect unpopular adj regarded with disfavor or lacking general approval popular unpopularity n the quality of lacking general approval or acceptance popularity unprecedented adj having no precedent; novel unprecedentedly adv in an unprecedented manner unpredictability n the quality of being guided by sudden unpredictable impulses unpredictability n the trait of being unpredictably irresolute volatility unpredictability n lacking predictability predictability unpredictable adj not capable of being foretold predictable unpredictable adj unknown in advance unpredictable adj not occurring at a regular rate or fixed intervals irregular unpredictably adv in an erratic unpredictable manner erratically unprepared adj without preparation; not prepared for prepared unpretentious adj lacking pretension or affectation pretentious unpretentious adj not ostentatious unpretentious adj exhibiting restrained good taste understated unprincipled adj lacking principles or moral scruples principled unprincipled adj having little or no integrity unprintable adj unfit for print because morally or legally objectionable or offensive to good taste printable unprocessed adj not refined or processed unrefined,crude unprocessed adj not altered from an original or natural state processed unprocessed adj not treated or prepared by a special process unproductive adj not producing or capable of producing productive unproductive adj not producing desired results unprofessional adj not characteristic of or befitting a profession or one engaged in a profession professional unprofitable adj producing little or no profit or gain profitable unpromising adj unlikely to bring about favorable results or enjoyment unprotected adj lacking protection or defense protected unproved adj not proved unproven proved unproven adj not proved unproved unprovoked adj occurring without motivation or provocation wanton unpublished adj not published published unpunished adj not punished punished unqualified adj not limited or restricted qualified unqualified adj not meeting the proper standards and requirements and training qualified unqualified adj legally not qualified or sufficient incompetent unqualified adj having no right or entitlement unquestionable adj incapable of being questioned questionable unquestionable adj not counterfeit or copied authentic,veritable unquestionable adj not open to question unquestionably adv without question unquestionably adv without question and beyond doubt decidedly,emphatically,definitely unquestioned adj generally agreed upon; not subject to dispute undisputed,unchallenged unquestioning adj not inclined to ask questions unquestioning adj being without doubt or reserve implicit unratified adj lacking legal authority unravel v become or cause to become undone by separating the fibers or threads of unscramble,untangle ravel unravel v disentangle ravel ravel unravel v become undone run unreachable adj inaccessibly located or situated unapproachable unread adj not informed through reading unreadable adj not easily deciphered unclear unreal adj lacking in reality or substance or genuineness; not corresponding to acknowledged facts or criteria real unreal adj not actually such; being or seeming fanciful or imaginary real unreal adj contrived by art rather than nature artificial unreal adj lacking material form or substance; unreal insubstantial unrealistic adj not realistic realistic unreality n the quality possessed by something that is unreal reality unreality n the state of being insubstantial or imaginary; not existing objectively or in fact reality unrealized adj of persons; marked by failure to realize full potentialities unfulfilled unreasonable adj not reasonable; not showing good judgment reasonable unreasonable adj beyond normal limits excessive,inordinate,undue unreasonably adv not in a reasonable or intelligent manner reasonably unreasonably adv to a degree that exceeds the bounds or reason or moderation reasonably unreasoning adj not based on reason or evidence blind unreceptive adj not receptive receptive unrecognizable adj defying recognition as e.g. because of damage or alteration unrecognized adj not recognized unrecognized adj not having a secure reputation unreconciled adj not made consistent or compatible unreconstructed adj adhering to an attitude or position widely held to be outmoded reconstructed unrecorded adj actually being performed at the time of hearing or viewing live unredeemed adj in danger of the eternal punishment of Hell cursed,damned,doomed unrefined adj not refined or processed unprocessed,crude refined unrefined adj (used of persons and their behavior) not refined; uncouth refined unregistered adj (of animals) not recorded with or certified by an official breed association registered unregistered adj not registered registered unregistered adj (a boat or vessel) not furnished with official documents unregulated adj not regulated; not subject to rule or discipline regulated unregulated adj without regulation or discipline unrehearsed adj with little or no preparation or forethought impromptu,offhand,offhanded unrelated adj lacking a logical or causal relation related unrelated adj not connected by kinship related unreleased adj not (or not yet) made available for distribution or publication unrelenting adj not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty grim,inexorable,relentless,stern,unforgiving unrelenting adj punishingly harsh brutal unrelenting adj never-ceasing persistent,relentless unreliability n the trait of not being dependable or reliable reliability unreliable adj liable to be erroneous or misleading unreliable adj not worthy of reliance or trust reliable unreliable adj dangerously unstable and unpredictable treacherous unreliable adj lacking a sense of responsibility unrelieved adj not lessened or diminished undiminished unremarkable adj found in the ordinary course of events everyday,mundane,routine,workaday unremarked adj not perceived or commented on unremitting adj uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing ceaseless,constant,incessant,perpetual,unceasing unrepentant adj not penitent or remorseful repentant unrepentant adj stubbornly persistent in wrongdoing cussed,obdurate,obstinate unreported adj not reported reported unrepresentative adj not exemplifying a class unrequited adj not returned in kind unanswered unresolved adj not solved unsolved unresolved adj not brought to a conclusion; subject to further thought open,undecided,undetermined unresolved adj characterized by musical dissonance; harmonically unresolved dissonant unresponsive adj not responding to some influence or stimulus responsive unresponsive adj aloof or indifferent unresponsive adj not susceptible to suggestion or influence unrest n a state of agitation or turbulent change or development agitation,ferment,fermentation unrest n a feeling of restless agitation unrestrained adj not subject to restraint restrained unrestrained adj marked by uncontrolled excitement or emotion delirious,excited,frantic,mad unrestricted adj not subject to or subjected to restriction restricted unrestricted adj free of restrictions on conduct unrestricted adj not restricted or exclusive unrestricted adj not restricted or modified in meaning unrevised adj not improved or brought up to date unrivaled adj eminent beyond or above comparison one,peerless,unmatched unroll v reverse the winding or twisting of unwind unroll v unroll, unfold, or spread out or be unrolled, unfolded, or spread out from a furled state unfurl unruffled adj free from emotional agitation or nervous tension unperturbed unruffled adj (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves placid,quiet,still,tranquil,smooth unruly adj noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline boisterous,rambunctious unruly adj unwilling to submit to authority disobedient unruly adj incapable of being controlled uncontrollable,ungovernable unsafe adj lacking in security or safety insecure unsafe adj involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm dangerous unsafe adj not safe from attack insecure unsaid adj not made explicit unstated,unspoken unsalable adj impossible to sell salable unsanctioned adj without explicit official permission unsanitary adj not sanitary or healthful unhealthful sanitary unsatisfactory adj not giving satisfaction satisfactory unsatisfied adj not having been satisfied unsatisfied adj worried and uneasy restless unsatisfying adj not up to expectations disappointing unsaturated adj not saturated; capable of dissolving more of a substance at a given temperature saturated unsaturated adj used of a compound (especially of carbon) containing atoms sharing more than one valence bond saturated unsaturated adj (of color) not chromatically pure; diluted saturated unsavory adj morally offensive offensive savory unsavory adj not pleasing in odor or taste distasteful unscathed adj not injured or harmed unharmed,unhurt,whole unscheduled adj not scheduled or not on a regular schedule scheduled unscientific adj not consistent with the methods or principles of science scientific unscramble v make intelligible scramble unscramble v become or cause to become undone by separating the fibers or threads of unravel,untangle unscrupulous adj without scruples or principles scrupulous unseal v break the seal of seal unsealed adj not established or confirmed uncertain sealed unsealed adj not closed or secured with or as if with a seal sealed unseasonably adv not in accordance with the season unseat v remove from political office unseat v dislodge from one's seat, as from a horse unsecured adj not firmly fastened or secured unbolted,unlocked unsecured adj without financial security unseemly adj not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society indecent,unbecoming,untoward unseen n a belief that there is a realm controlled by a divine spirit unseen adj not seen or perceived unseen adj not seen or observed unseen adj not anticipated unanticipated,unforeseen unsentimental adj facing facts or difficulties realistically and with determination unserviceable adj not ready for service serviceable unserviceable adj not capable of being used unusable unsettle v disturb the composure of faze,unnerve unsettled adj still in doubt settled unsettled adj not settled or established settled unsettled adj subject to change changeable,uncertain unsettled adj not yet settled unshackled adj not bound by shackles and chains unfettered,untied unshakable adj marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable firm,steadfast,steady,stiff,unwavering unshakable adj without flaws or loopholes unassailable,watertight,bulletproof unshaken adj unshaken in purpose undaunted unsharpened adj not sharpened unshaven adj not shaved shaven unsightly adj unpleasant to look at unsigned adj lacking a signature signed unsinkable adj incapable of being sunk unskilled adj not having or showing or requiring special skill or proficiency skilled unskilled adj lacking professional skill or expertise amateurish,amateur unskilled adj not doing a good job incompetent unsmiling adj not smiling unsold adj not disposed of by purchase sold unsolicited adj not requested or sought unsolvable adj not easily solved unsolved adj not solved unresolved solved unsophisticated adj not wise in the ways of the world unsophisticated adj lacking complexity uncomplicated unsophisticated adj awkwardly simple and provincial hick,rustic unsound adj not in good condition; damaged or decayed sound unsound adj not sound financially sound unsound adj containing or based on a fallacy fallacious unsound adj suffering from severe mental illness unstable unsparing adj very generous lavish,overgenerous,unstinting unsparing adj not forbearing; ruthless unspeakable adj defying expression or description indefinable,indescribable,ineffable unspeakable adj exceptionally bad or displeasing atrocious,abominable,awful,dreadful,painful,terrible unspeakable adj too sacred to be uttered ineffable unspecified adj not stated explicitly or in detail specified unspectacular adj not spectacular unspent adj (of financial resources) not spent unspoiled adj not left to spoil good unspoiled adj not decayed or decomposed unspoken adj expressed without speech mute,wordless unspoken adj not made explicit unsaid,unstated unsportsmanlike adj violating accepted standards or rules cheating,dirty,foul unstable adj lacking stability or fixity or firmness stable unstable adj highly or violently reactive unstable adj affording no ease or reassurance precarious unstable adj suffering from severe mental illness unsound unstained adj not stained stained unstained adj not having a coating of stain or varnish unvarnished unstained adj without soil or spot or stain unstained adj (of reputation) free from blemishes stainless,unsullied,untainted unstated adj not made explicit unsaid,unspoken unsteady adj subject to change or variation steady unsteady adj not firmly or solidly positioned unstinting adj very generous lavish,overgenerous,unsparing unstoppable adj not capable of being stopped unstressed adj not bearing a stress or accent stressed unstuck adj free stuck unstuck adj thrown into a state of disorganization or incoherence undone unsubstantiated adj unsupported by other evidence uncorroborated unsubtle adj lacking subtlety; obvious broad unsuccessful adj not successful; having failed or having an unfavorable outcome successful unsuccessful adj failing to accomplish an intended result abortive,stillborn unsuccessfully adv without success successfully unsuitable adj not meant or adapted for a particular purpose unsuitable adj not capable of being applied inapplicable unsuitable adj not conducive to good moral development unsuitable adj not worthy of being chosen (especially as a spouse) undesirable unsuited adj not easy to combine harmoniously incompatible unsullied adj spotlessly clean and fresh unsullied adj (of reputation) free from blemishes stainless,unstained,untainted unsung adj not famous or acclaimed obscure,unknown unsung adj having value that is not acknowledged unappreciated unsupervised adj not supervised or under constant observation supervised unsupportable adj not able to be supported or defended unsupported adj not sustained or maintained by nonmaterial aid supported unsupported adj not held up or borne supported unsure adj lacking self-confidence diffident,shy,timid unsure adj lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance uncertain sure unsurpassed adj not capable of being improved on unsurprising adj not causing surprise surprising unsuspected adj not suspected or believed likely suspected unsuspecting adj not suspicious unsuspecting adj (often followed by `of') not knowing or expecting; not thinking likely unswayed adj not influenced or affected untouched unswerving adj going directly ahead from one point to another without veering or turning aside unswerving adj firm and dependable especially in loyalty steadfast,staunch unsympathetic adj not sympathetic or disposed toward sympathetic unsympathetic adj (of characters in literature or drama) tending to evoke antipathetic feelings unappealing sympathetic unsympathetic adj not having an open mind closed unsympathetic adj lacking in sympathy and kindness untainted adj (of reputation) free from blemishes stainless,unstained,unsullied untamed adj in a natural state; not tamed or domesticated or cultivated wild untangle v release from entanglement of difficulty extricate,disentangle untangle v become or cause to become undone by separating the fibers or threads of unravel,unscramble untangling n the act of releasing from a snarled or tangled condition extrication untapped adj not subjected to tapping tapped untapped adj not drawn upon or used untaxed adj (of goods or funds) not taxed untenable adj (of theories etc) incapable of being defended or justified indefensible untested adj not tried or tested by experience untried,young untested adj not yet proved or subjected to testing untried unthinkable adj incapable of being conceived or considered thinkable unthinking adj not exhibiting or characterized by careful thought unthinking adj without care or thought for others thoughtless,uncaring unthinking adj mentally sluggish lumpish,lumpen unthinking adv in a thoughtless manner unthinkingly unthinkingly adv in a thoughtless manner unthinking untidy adj not neat and tidy tidy untie v undo the ties of tie untie v cause to become loose undo,loosen untied adj not tied tied untied adj with laces not tied untied adj not bound by shackles and chains unfettered,unshackled untimely adj badly timed wrong untimely adj uncommonly early or before the expected time premature untimely adv too soon; in a premature manner prematurely untold adj too much to be measured incalculable untouchable n belongs to lowest social and ritual class in India untouchable adj beyond the reach of criticism or attack or impeachment untouchable adj impossible to assail unassailable untouchable adj forbidden to the touch untouchable adj (especially used in traditional Hindu belief of the lowest caste or castes) defiling untouched adj still full untouched adj not influenced or affected unswayed untouched adj not having come in contact touched untouched adj emotionally unmoved unmoved,unaffected untoward adj not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society indecent,unbecoming,unseemly untoward adj contrary to your interests or welfare adverse,inauspicious untraceable adj incapable of being traced or tracked down traceable untraditional adj not conforming to or in accord with tradition nontraditional untrained adj not disciplined or conditioned or made adept by training trained untrammeled adj not confined or limited untreated adj not given medical care or treatment treated untreated adj not subjected to chemical or physical treatment treated untreated adj (of a specimen for study under a microscope) not treated with a reagent or dye untried adj not tried or tested by experience untested,young untried adj not yet proved or subjected to testing untested untroubled adj not beset by troubles or disturbance or distress troubled untroubled adj free from fear or doubt; easy in mind secure,unafraid untroubled adj free from turmoil or worries untrue adj not according with the facts untrue adj not true to an obligation or trust untrue adj not accurately fitted; not level untrue adj (used especially of persons) not dependable in devotion or affection; unfaithful false untrustworthy adj not worthy of trust or belief trustworthy untruth n a false statement falsehood untruthful adj not expressing or given to expressing the truth truthful unturned adj not turned turned untypical adj not representative of a group, class, or type atypical,atypic unusable adj not capable of being used unserviceable unused adj not yet used or soiled fresh unused adj not yet put into use unused adj not in active use idle unusual adj not usual or common or ordinary usual unusual adj being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird strange unusual adj not commonly encountered unusually adv to a remarkable degree or extent remarkably,notably unvarnished adj not having a coating of stain or varnish unstained unvarnished adj free from any effort to soften to disguise plain unveil v remove the veil from veil unveil v make visible reveal unveil v remove the cover from unveiled adj revealed; especially by having a veil removed veiled unveiling n putting on display for the first time unveiling n the act of beginning something new introduction,debut,launching,entry unverifiable adj (of e.g. evidence) not objective or easily verified unverified adj lacking proof or substantiation unwanted adj not wanted; not needed wanted unwanted adj not wanted undesirable unwarranted adj incapable of being justified or explained indefensible,insupportable,unjustifiable unwarranted adj without a basis in reason or fact baseless,groundless,idle,unfounded,wild unwarranted adj lacking justification or authorization undue,unjustified unwary adj not alert to danger or deception wary unwashed adj of or associated with the great masses of people common,plebeian,vulgar unwashed adj not cleaned with or as if with soap and water unwavering adj marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable firm,steadfast,steady,stiff,unshakable unwavering adj not showing abrupt variations level unwed adj of someone who has not been married unwelcome adj not welcome; not giving pleasure or received with pleasure welcome unwelcome adj not welcome unwell adj somewhat ill or prone to illness ailing,peaked,poorly,sickly,seedy unwellness n impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism illness,malady,sickness wellness unwholesome adj detrimental to physical or moral well-being wholesome unwieldiness n the quality of being difficult to direct or control by reason of complexity unwieldiness n trouble in carrying or managing caused by bulk or shape awkwardness unwieldy adj difficult to use or handle or manage because of size or weight or shape unmanageable unwieldy adj difficult to work or manipulate unwieldy adj lacking grace in movement or posture gawky,clumsy,ungainly unwilling adj not disposed or inclined toward willing unwilling adj in spite of contrary volition unwillingly adv in an unwilling manner willingly unwillingness n the trait of being unwilling willingness unwind v reverse the winding or twisting of unroll wind unwind v separate the tangles of disentangle unwind v become less tense, rest, or take one's ease relax,unbend unwind v cause to feel relaxed relax unwise adj showing or resulting from lack of judgment or wisdom unwise adj not appropriate to the purpose unwisely adv without good sense or judgment foolishly unwitting adj not done with purpose or intent unintentional,unplanned unwitting adj not aware or knowing witting unwitting adj unaware because of a lack of relevant information or knowledge ignorant,unknowing unwittingly adv without knowledge or intention inadvertently,unknowingly wittingly unworkable adj not capable of being carried out or put into practice impracticable,infeasible,unfeasible unworried adj free of trouble and worry and care carefree unworthy adj lacking in value or merit worthy unworthy adj not deserving undeserving unworthy adj morally reprehensible despicable,ugly,vile,slimy,worthless,wretched unwrap v remove the outer cover or wrapping of undo wrap unwrap v make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret disclose,reveal,discover,expose,divulge,break,uncover unwrapped adj not yet wrapped or having the wrapping removed wrapped unwritten adj based on custom rather than documentation written unwritten adj using speech rather than writing oral unwritten adj said or done without having been planned or written in advance spontaneous unyielding adj stubbornly unyielding dogged,dour,persistent,tenacious unyielding adj resistant to physical force or pressure unzip v open the zipper of up v raise up adj being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level down up adj out of bed astir up adj getting higher or more vigorous improving up adj extending or moving toward a higher place upward up adv spatially or metaphorically from a lower to a higher position upwards,upward,upwardly down up adv to a higher intensity down up adv nearer to the speaker up adv to a more central or a more northerly place down upbeat n a contented state of being happy and healthy and prosperous wellbeing,welfare upbeat n an unaccented beat (especially the last beat of a measure) offbeat upbeat adj pleasantly (even unrealistically) optimistic cheerful upbraid v express criticism towards reproach upbringing n properties acquired during a person's formative years upbringing n helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community breeding,fostering,nurture,raising,rearing upcoming adj of the relatively near future approaching,coming,forthcoming update n information or data that updates update n the act of bringing someone or something up to date update v modernize or bring up to date update v bring up to date; supply with recent information update v bring to the latest state of technology or supply with the latest data updating n the act of changing something to bring it up to date (usually by adding something) updraft n a strong upward air current upfront adj frank and honest upgrade n an upward slope or grade (as in a road) ascent,rise,raise,climb upgrade n software that provides better performance than an earlier version did upgrade n a reservation that is improved upgrade n the property possessed by a slope or surface that rises rise upgrade v rate higher; raise in value or esteem downgrade upgrade v to improve what was old or outdated upgrade v give a promotion to or assign to a higher position promote,advance,raise,elevate upgrade v get better travel conditions upheaval n a state of violent disturbance and disorder (as in politics or social conditions generally) turbulence upheaval n a violent disturbance convulsion,turmoil upheaval n (geology) a rise of land to a higher elevation (as in the process of mountain building) uplift upheaval n disturbance usually in protest agitation,excitement,turmoil,hullabaloo uphill n the upward slope of a hill uphill adj sloping upward rising uphill adv against difficulties uphill adv upward on a hill or incline uphold v keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last continue,preserve uphold v stand up for; stick up for; of causes, principles, or ideals uphold v support against an opponent maintain upholster v provide furniture with padding, springs, webbing, and covers upholstery n covering (padding and springs and webbing and fabric) on a piece of furniture upholstery n the craft of upholstering upkeep n activity involved in maintaining something in good working order care,maintenance upkeep n the act of sustaining life by food or providing a means of subsistence sustenance,maintenance upland n elevated (e.g., mountainous) land highland upland adj used of high or hilly country highland lowland uplift n (geology) a rise of land to a higher elevation (as in the process of mountain building) upheaval uplift n a brassiere that lifts and supports the breasts uplift v fill with high spirits; fill with optimism elate,intoxicate uplift v lift up from the earth, as by geologic forces uplift v lift up or elevate uplifted adj exalted emotionally especially with pride uplifting n the rise of something uplink n a transmission from Earth to a spacecraft or the path of such a transmission upload v transfer a file or program to a central computer from a smaller computer or a computer at a remote location download upper n the higher of two berths upper n piece of leather or synthetic material that forms the part of a shoe or boot above the sole that encases the foot upper n a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression amphetamine,speed upper adj the topmost one of two upper adj higher in place or position upper adj superior in rank or accomplishment uppermost adj at or nearest to the top topmost uppermost adv in or into the most prominent position, as in the mind uppermost adv in or into the highest position uppity adj presumptuously arrogant uppsala n a city in east central Sweden to the northwest of Stockholm upright n a vertical structural member as a post or stake vertical upright n a piano with a vertical sounding board upright adj in a vertical position; not sloping upright adj of moral excellence good,just upright adj upright in position or posture erect,vertical uprightness n the property of being upright in posture uprightness n position at right angles to the horizon uprightness n righteousness as a consequence of being honorable and honest rectitude uprise v come into existence; take on form or shape originate,arise,rise,develop,grow uprise v ascend as a sound uprise v rise up as in fear bristle uprise v rise to one's feet arise,rise uprising n organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another rebellion,insurrection,revolt,rising upriver adv toward the source or against the current upstream downriver uproar n a state of commotion and noise and confusion tumult,garboil uproar n loud confused noise from many sources hubbub uproot v move (people) forcibly from their homeland into a new and foreign environment uproot v destroy completely, as if down to the roots eradicate,extirpate,exterminate uproot v pull up by or as if by the roots extirpate upscale adj appropriate for people with good incomes upset n an unhappy and worried mental state disturbance,perturbation upset n the act of disturbing the mind or body overthrow upset n a physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning disorder upset n a tool used to thicken or spread metal (the end of a bar or a rivet etc.) by forging or hammering or swaging swage upset v disturb the balance or stability of upset v cause to lose one's composure disconcert upset v move deeply disturb,trouble upset v cause to overturn from an upright or normal position overturn upset adj afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief distressed,disturbed,worried upset adj thrown into a state of disarray or confusion broken,confused,disordered upset adj used of an unexpected defeat of a team favored to win upset adj mildly physically distressed upsetting adj causing an emotional disturbance disconcerting upshot n a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon consequence,effect,outcome,result,event,issue upside n the highest or uppermost side of anything top upstage n the rear part of the stage upstage v treat snobbishly, put in one's place upstage v move upstage, forcing the other actors to turn away from the audience upstage v steal the show, draw attention to oneself away from someone else upstage adj of the back half of a stage downstage upstage adj remote in manner aloof,distant upstage adv at or toward the rear of the stage downstage upstairs n the part of a building above the ground floor upstairs adj on or of upper floors of a building downstairs upstairs adv on a floor above downstairs upstairs adv with respect to the mind upstanding adj meriting respect or esteem solid upstart n an arrogant or presumptuous person upstart n a person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class upstart n a gymnastic exercise performed starting from a position with the legs over the upper body and moving to an erect position by arching the bac kip upstart adj characteristic of someone who has risen economically or socially but lacks the social skills appropriate for this new position upstate adv in or toward the northern parts of a state upstream adj in the direction against a stream's current downstream upstream adv toward the source or against the current upriver downstream upsurge n a sudden forceful flow rush,spate,surge upsurge n a sudden or abrupt strong increase surge uptake n the process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating) consumption,ingestion,intake uptake n a process of taking up or using up or consuming uptight adj being in a tense state edgy,jittery,jumpy,nervy,restive uptown n a residential part of town away from the central commercial district uptown adj of or located in the upper part of a town downtown uptown adv toward or in the upper part of town downtown upturn n an upward movement or trend as in business activity upward adj directed up upward adj extending or moving toward a higher place up upward adv spatially or metaphorically from a lower to a higher position up,upwards,upwardly downward upward adv to a later time up,upwards upwardly adv spatially or metaphorically from a lower to a higher position up,upwards,upward downwardly upwards adv spatially or metaphorically from a lower to a higher position up,upward,upwardly downwards upwards adv to a later time up,upward ur n an ancient city of Sumer located on a former channel of the Euphrates River urals n a mountain range in western Russia extending from the Arctic to the Caspian Sea; forms part of the traditional boundary between Europe and A uranium n a heavy toxic silvery-white radioactive metallic element; occurs in many isotopes; used for nuclear fuels and nuclear weapons u uranus n (Greek mythology) god of the heavens; son and husband of Gaea and father of the Titans in ancient mythology uranus n a giant planet with a ring of ice particles; the 7th planet from the sun has a blue-green color and many satellites urban adj relating to or concerned with a city or densely populated area urban adj located in or characteristic of a city or city life rural urbane adj showing a high degree of refinement and the assurance that comes from wide social experience polished,refined urbanization n the condition of being urbanized urbanization n the social process whereby cities grow and societies become more urban urbanize v make more industrial or city-like urbanize v impart urban habits, ways of life, or responsibilities upon urbanized adj made urban in nature; taking on urban characteristics urchin n poor and often mischievous city child urdu n the official literary language of Pakistan, closely related to Hindi; widely used in India (mostly by Moslems); written in Arabic script urea n the chief solid component of mammalian urine; synthesized from ammonia and carbon dioxide and used as fertilizer and in animal feed and in p uremia n accumulation in the blood of nitrogenous waste products (urea) that are usually excreted in the urine urethane n an ester of carbamic acid urethra n duct through which urine is discharged in most mammals and which serves as the male genital duct urge n an instinctive motive impulse urge n a strong restless desire itch urge v force or impel in an indicated direction press,exhort urge v push for something recommend,advocate urge v spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts cheer,inspire,barrack,exhort urgency n the state of being urgent; an earnest and insistent necessity urgency n pressing importance requiring speedy action urgency n an urgent situation calling for prompt action urgency n insistent solicitation and entreaty importunity,urging urgent adj compelling immediate action pressing urgently adv with great urgency desperately urging n a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something goad,goading,prod,prodding,spur,spurring urging n the act of earnestly supporting or encouraging urging n insistent solicitation and entreaty importunity,urgency uriah n (Old Testament) the husband of Bathsheba and a soldier who was sent to die in battle so that king David could marry his wife (circa 10th cen uric adj in or relating to or obtained from urine urinal n a plumbing fixture (usually attached to the wall) used by men to urinate urinalysis n (medicine) the chemical analysis of urine (for medical diagnosis) urinary adj of or relating to the function or production or secretion of urine urinary adj of or relating to the urinary system of the body urinate v pass after the manner of urine urinate v eliminate urine make,piddle,puddle,piss,pee,wee urination n the discharge of urine urine n liquid excretory product piss,pee,piddle,water urn n a large vase that usually has a pedestal or feet urn n a large pot for making coffee or tea urologist n a specialist in urology urology n the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the urinary tract or urogenital system ursus n type genus of Ursidae: brown bears; in some classifications genus Ursus includes all bears uruguay n a South American republic on the southeast coast of South America; achieved independence from Brazil in 1825 uruguayan n a native or inhabitant of Uruguay uruguayan adj of or relating to or characteristic of Uruguay or its people urus n large recently extinct long-horned European wild ox; considered one of the ancestors of domestic cattle us n North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaii america,usa usa n North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaii america,us usa n the army of the United States of America; the agency that organizes and trains soldiers for land warfare army usable adj capable of being put to use usable adj fit or ready for use or service functional,operable,operational usable adj convenient for use or disposal available usage n the act of using use,utilization,employment,exercise usage n accepted or habitual practice custom usage n the customary manner in which a language (or a form of a language) is spoken or written usda n the federal department that administers programs that provide services to farmers (including research and soil conservation and efforts to s agriculture use n the act of using usage,utilization,employment,exercise use n what something is used for function,purpose,role use n a particular service use n (economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing consumption use v put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose utilize,apply,employ use v take or consume (regularly or habitually) use v use up, consume fully expend use v seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage used adj employed in accomplishing something misused used adj (of persons) taken advantage of exploited,victimized used adj previously used or owned by another secondhand useful adj being of use or service useless useful adj having a useful function utilitarian usefully adv in a useful manner usefulness n the quality of being of practical use utility useless adj having no beneficial use or incapable of functioning usefully useful user n a person who makes use of a thing; someone who uses or employs something user n a person who uses something or someone selfishly or unethically user n a person who takes drugs usher n Irish prelate who deduced from the Bible that Creation occurred in the year 4004 BC (1581-1656) usher n an official stationed at the entrance of a courtroom or legislative chamber doorkeeper usher n someone employed to conduct others guide usher v take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums show using n an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly) exploitation,victimization ussr n a former communist country in eastern Europe and northern Asia; established in 1922; included Russia and 14 other soviet socialist republics russia usual adj occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure unusual usual adj commonly encountered common usually adv under normal conditions normally,commonly,ordinarily usufruct n a legal right to use and derive profit from property belonging to someone else provided that the property itself is not injured in any way usurer n someone who lends money at excessive rates of interest usurp v seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession assume,seize,arrogate usurp v take the place of usurpation n entry to another's property without right or permission trespass,encroachment,violation,intrusion usurpation n wrongfully seizing and holding (an office or powers) by force (especially the seizure of a throne or supreme authority) usurper n one who wrongfully or illegally seizes and holds the place of another usury n an exorbitant or unlawful rate of interest usury n the act of lending money at an exorbitant rate of interest utah n a state in the western United States; settled in 1847 by Mormons led by Brigham Young ute n a member of the Shoshonean people of Utah and Colorado and New Mexico ute n the Shoshonean language spoken by the Utes utensil n an implement for practical use (especially in a household) uterine adj of or involving the uterus uterus n a hollow muscular organ in the pelvic cavity of females; contains the developing fetus womb utica n a city in central New York utica n an ancient city on the north coast of Africa (northwest of Carthage); destroyed by Arabs around 700 AD utilitarian n someone who believes that the value of a thing depends on its utility utilitarian adj having a useful function useful utilitarian adj having utility often to the exclusion of values utility n a company that performs a public service; subject to government regulation utility n the quality of being of practical use usefulness utility n the service (electric power or water or transportation) provided by a public utility utility n (economics) a measure that is to be maximized in any situation involving choice utility adj used of beef; usable but inferior utility adj capable of substituting in any of several positions on a team substitute utilization n the act of using use,usage,employment,exercise utilization n the state of having been made use of utilize v put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose use,apply,employ utilize v convert (from an investment trust to a unit trust) utilized adj put to use employed utmost n the greatest possible degree uttermost,maximum utmost adj of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity extreme,uttermost utmost adj highest in extent or degree last utmost adj (comparatives of `far') most remote in space or time or order farthest,furthest,uttermost utopia n a book written by Sir Thomas More (1516) describing the perfect society on an imaginary island utopia n ideally perfect state; especially in its social and political and moral aspects utopia n a work of fiction describing a utopia utopia n an imaginary place considered to be perfect or ideal zion,sion utopian n an idealistic (but usually impractical) social reformer utopian adj of or pertaining to or resembling a utopia utopian adj characterized by or aspiring to impracticable perfection utter v articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise express,verbalize utter v express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words) emit utter v express in speech talk,speak,mouth,verbalize utter v put into circulation utter adj without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers arrant,complete,consummate,everlasting,gross,perfect,pure,stark utter adj complete and absolute blank utterance n the use of uttered sounds for auditory communication uttered adj communicated in words expressed utterly adv completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers absolutely,perfectly,dead uttermost n the greatest possible degree utmost,maximum uttermost adj of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity extreme,utmost uttermost adj (comparatives of `far') most remote in space or time or order farthest,furthest,utmost uv n radiation lying in the ultraviolet range; wave lengths shorter than light but longer than X rays ultraviolet uvula n a small pendant fleshy lobe at the back of the soft palate uvular adj of or relating to or associated with the uvula uzbek n a member of a Turkic people of Uzbekistan and neighboring areas uzbek n a landlocked republic in west central Asia; formerly an Asian soviet uzbekistan uzbek n the Turkic language spoken by the Uzbek uzbekistan n a landlocked republic in west central Asia; formerly an Asian soviet uzbek uzi n a type of submachine gun that is designed and manufactured in Israel v n a unit of potential equal to the potential difference between two points on a conductor carrying a current of 1 ampere when the power dissip volt v n a soft silvery white toxic metallic element used in steel alloys; it occurs in several complex minerals including carnotite and vanadinite vanadium v n the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one five,cinque,quint,quintet,fivesome,quintuplet,pentad,fin v n the 22nd letter of the Roman alphabet v adj being one more than four five vac n informal term for vacation vacancy n being unoccupied vacancy n an empty area or space void,emptiness,vacuum vacant adj void of intelligence or thought vacant adj without an occupant or incumbent vacate v leave (a job, post, or position) voluntarily resign,renounce vacate v leave behind empty; move out of empty,abandon vacate v cancel officially revoke,annul,lift,reverse,repeal,overturn,rescind vacation n leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure holiday vacation n the act of making something legally void vacation v spend or take a vacation holiday vacationer n someone on vacation; someone who is devoting time to pleasure or relaxation rather than to work vacationing n the act of taking a vacation vaccina n a local infection induced in humans by inoculation with the virus causing cowpox in order to confer resistance to smallpox; normally lasts t vaccinia vaccinate v perform vaccinations or produce immunity in by inoculation immunize,inoculate vaccinated adj having been rendered unsusceptible to a disease immunized vaccination n taking a vaccine as a precaution against contracting a disease inoculation vaccination n the scar left following inoculation with a vaccine vaccine n immunogen consisting of a suspension of weakened or dead pathogenic cells injected in order to stimulate the production of antibodies vaccinia n a local infection induced in humans by inoculation with the virus causing cowpox in order to confer resistance to smallpox; normally lasts t vaccina vaccinia n a viral disease of cattle causing a mild skin disease affecting the udder; formerly used to inoculate humans against smallpox vacillate v be undecided about something; waver between conflicting positions or courses of action hover,vibrate,oscillate vacillate v move or sway in a rising and falling or wavelike pattern fluctuate,waver vacillating adj uncertain in purpose or action wavering vacillation n indecision in speech or action hesitation,wavering vacillation n changing location by moving back and forth swing,swinging vacuous adj devoid of intelligence or thought mindless vacuous adj devoid of significance or force empty,hollow vacuous adj devoid of matter vacuum n the absence of matter vacuum n an empty area or space void,vacancy,emptiness vacuum n a region that is devoid of matter vacuum n an electrical home appliance that cleans by suction vacuum v clean with a vacuum cleaner hoover vaduz n the capital and largest city of Liechtenstein vagabond n anything that resembles a vagabond in having no fixed place vagabond n a wanderer who has no established residence or visible means of support vagrant,drifter,floater vagabond v move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment roll,wander,swan,stray,tramp,roam,cast,ramble vagabond adj wandering aimlessly without ties to a place or community rootless vagabond adj continually changing especially as from one abode or occupation to another aimless,drifting,floating,vagrant vagal adj of or relating to the vagus nerve vagary n an unexpected and inexplicable change in something (in a situation or a person's behavior, etc.) vagina n the lower part of the female reproductive tract; a moist canal in female mammals extending from the labia minora to the uterus vaginal adj of or relating to the vagina vagrancy n the state of wandering from place to place; having no permanent home or means of livelihood vagrant n a wanderer who has no established residence or visible means of support drifter,floater,vagabond vagrant adj continually changing especially as from one abode or occupation to another aimless,drifting,floating,vagabond vague adj not clearly expressed or understood obscure vague adj not precisely limited, determined, or distinguished undefined vague adj lacking clarity or distinctness dim,faint,shadowy,wispy vaguely adv in a vague way vagueness n unclearness by virtue of being poorly expressed or not coherent in meaning vagueness n indistinctness of shape or character vagus n a mixed nerve that supplies the pharynx and larynx and lungs and heart and esophagus and stomach and most of the abdominal viscera vain adj characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance conceited,egotistical,swollen vain adj unproductive of success fruitless,futile,sleeveless vainglorious adj feeling self-importance big,swelled vainly adv to no avail valance n a decorative framework to conceal curtain fixtures at the top of a window casing cornice valdez n a port on Alaska's southern coast from which oil is shipped to markets around the world vale n a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river valley valedictorian n the student with the best grades who usually delivers the valedictory address at commencement valedictory n a farewell oration (especially one delivered during graduation exercises by an outstanding member of a graduating class) valedictory adj of or relating to an occasion or expression of farewell valedictory adj of a speech expressing leave-taking valence n (biology) a relative capacity to unite or react or interact as with antigens or a biological substrate valence n (chemistry) a property of atoms or radicals; their combining power given in terms of the number of hydrogen atoms (or the equivalent) valencia n an industrial city in northern Venezuela valencia n a city in eastern Spain on the Mediterranean valent adj (chemistry) having valence; usually used in combination valentine n a sweetheart chosen to receive a greeting on Saint Valentine's Day valentine n a card sent or given (as to a sweetheart) on Saint Valentine's Day valerian n a plant of the genus Valeriana having lobed or dissected leaves and cymose white or pink flowers valet n a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer gentleman,man valet v serve as a personal attendant to valhalla n (Norse mythology) the hall in which the souls of heros slain in battle were received by Odin valiant adj having or showing valor valorous valiantly adv with valor; in a valiant manner valid adj well grounded in logic or truth or having legal force invalid valid adj still legally acceptable validate v declare or make legally valid formalize invalidate validate v prove valid; show or confirm the validity of something invalidate validate v give evidence for corroborate validate v make valid or confirm the validity of invalidate validated adj declared or made legally valid validating adj serving to support or corroborate collateral,confirming,confirmatory,corroborative,verifying validation n the act of validating; finding or testing the truth of something proof,substantiation validation n the cognitive process of establishing a valid proof establishment validity n the quality of being valid and rigorous cogency,rigor validity n the quality of having legal force or effectiveness validly adv with validity; in a valid manner valise n a small overnight bag for short trips valium n a tranquilizer (trade name Valium) used to relieve anxiety and relax muscles; acts by enhancing the inhibitory actions of the neurotransmitt diazepam valkyrie n (Norse mythology) one of the maidens of Odin who chose heroes to be slain in battle and conducted them to Valhalla vallecula n (anatomy) any furrow or channel on a bodily structure or part groove valletta n the capital of Malta; located on the northeastern coast of the island valley n a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river vale valois n French royal house from 1328 to 1589 valor n the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle) heroism,gallantry,valour valorous adj having or showing valor valiant valour n the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle) heroism,gallantry,valor valparaiso n the chief port and second largest city of Chile; located on a wide harbor in central Chile valse n a ballroom dance in triple time with a strong accent on the first beat waltz valuable n something of value valuable adj having great material or monetary value especially for use or exchange worthless valuable adj having worth or merit or value valuation n an appraisal of the value of something evaluation,rating valuation n assessed price value n a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed value n the quality (positive or negative) that renders something desirable or valuable value n the amount (of money or goods or services) that is considered to be a fair equivalent for something else value n relative darkness or lightness of a color value v fix or determine the value of; assign a value to value v hold dear prize,treasure,appreciate value v regard highly; think much of respect,esteem,prize,prise value v evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of measure,evaluate,assess,appraise valued adj (usually used in combination) having value of a specified kind valued adj held in great esteem for admirable qualities especially of an intrinsic nature precious valueless adj of no value values n beliefs of a person or social group in which they have an emotional investment (either for or against something) valve n a structure in a hollow organ (like the heart) with a flap to insure one-way flow of fluid through it valve n device in a brass wind instrument for varying the length of the air column to alter the pitch of a tone valve n control consisting of a mechanical device for controlling the flow of a fluid valve n the entire one-piece shell of a snail and certain other molluscs vamoose v leave suddenly decamp,skip vamp n a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men flirt,vamper,minx,tease vamp n an improvised musical accompaniment vamp n piece of leather forming the front part of the upper of a shoe vamp v make up vamp v piece (something old) with a new part vamp v act seductively with (someone) vamp v provide (a shoe) with a new vamp revamp vamper n a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men flirt,vamp,minx,tease vampire n (folklore) a corpse that rises at night to drink the blood of the living lamia van n any creative group active in the innovation and application of new concepts and techniques in a given field (especially in the arts) vanguard van n the leading units moving at the head of an army vanguard van n (Great Britain) a closed railroad car that carries baggage or freight van n a camper equipped with living quarters caravan vanadium n a soft silvery white toxic metallic element used in steel alloys; it occurs in several complex minerals including carnotite and vanadinite v vancouver n English navigator remembered for his exploration of the Pacific coast of North America (1757-1798) vancouver n a town in southwestern Washington on the Columbia River across from Portland, Oregon vancouver n a port city in southwestern British Columbia on an arm of the Pacific Ocean opposite Vancouver Island; Canada's chief Pacific port and third vandal n someone who willfully destroys or defaces property vandal n a member of the Germanic people who overran Gaul and Spain and North Africa and sacked Rome in 455 vandalise v destroy wantonly, as through acts of vandalism vandalize vandalism n willful wanton and malicious destruction of the property of others hooliganism vandalize v destroy wantonly, as through acts of vandalism vandalise vanderbilt n United States financier who accumulated great wealth from railroad and shipping businesses (1794-1877) vandyke n Flemish painter of numerous portraits (1599-1641) vandyke n a short pointed beard (named after the artist Anthony Vandyke) vane n mechanical device attached to an elevated structure; rotates freely to show the direction of the wind vane n a fin attached to the tail of an arrow, bomb or missile in order to stabilize or guide it vane n flat surface that rotates and pushes against air or water blade vane n the flattened weblike part of a feather consisting of a series of barbs on either side of the shaft web vanessa n painted beauty and red admiral vanguard n the leading units moving at the head of an army van vanguard n any creative group active in the innovation and application of new concepts and techniques in a given field (especially in the arts) van vanguard n the position of greatest importance or advancement; the leading position in any movement or field forefront vanilla n any of numerous climbing plants of the genus Vanilla having fleshy leaves and clusters of large waxy highly fragrant white or green or topaz vanilla n a flavoring prepared from vanilla beans macerated in alcohol (or imitating vanilla beans) vanilla n a distinctive fragrant flavor characteristic of vanilla beans vanilla adj flavored with vanilla extract vanilla adj plain and without any extras or adornments vanillin n a crystalline compound found in vanilla beans and some balsam resins; used in perfumes and flavorings vanish v get lost, as without warning or explanation disappear vanish v become invisible or unnoticeable disappear vanish v pass away rapidly fly,fell vanish v cease to exist disappear vanished adj having passed out of existence vanishing n a sudden or mysterious disappearance vanishing n a sudden disappearance from sight vanity n feelings of excessive pride conceit vanity n the quality of being valueless or futile emptiness vanity n the trait of being unduly vain and conceited; false pride conceit vanity n low table with mirror or mirrors where one sits while dressing or applying makeup dresser vanquish v come out better in a competition, race, or conflict beat,crush,shell,trounce vantage n place or situation affording some advantage (especially a comprehensive view or commanding perspective) vantage n the quality of having a superior or more favorable position advantage vapid adj lacking taste or flavor or tang bland,flat,flavorless,insipid vapid adj lacking significance or liveliness or spirit or zest vapor n a visible suspension in the air of particles of some substance vapor n the process of becoming a vapor vaporization,evaporation vaporization n annihilation by vaporizing something vaporization n the process of becoming a vapor vapor,evaporation vaporize v kill with or as if with a burst of gunfire or electric current or as if by shooting zap vaporize v turn into gas gasify vaporize v lose or cause to lose liquid by vaporization leaving a more concentrated residue evaporate vaporize v decrease rapidly and disappear vanish,fly vaporized adj converted into a gas or vapor vaporous adj so thin as to transmit light diaphanous,gossamer,sheer,transparent vaporous adj resembling or characteristic of vapor vaporous adj filled with vapor vapors n a state of depression blues vaquita n a short porpoise that lives in the Gulf of California; an endangered species vara n a Spanish unit of length (about a yard) having different values in different localities vargas n Brazilian statesman who ruled Brazil as a virtual dictator (1883-1954) variability n the quality of being subject to variation variance variability n the quality of being uneven and lacking uniformity variable n something that is likely to vary; something that is subject to variation variable n a quantity that can assume any of a set of values variable n a star that varies noticeably in brightness variable n a symbol (like x or y) that is used in mathematical or logical expressions to represent a variable quantity variable adj liable to or capable of change invariable variable adj marked by diversity or difference varying variable adj (used of a device) designed so that a property (as e.g. light) can be varied variably adv with variation; in a variable manner or to a variable degree variance n an event that departs from expectations discrepancy,variant variance n discord that splits a group division variance n the second moment around the mean; the expected value of the square of the deviations of a random variable from its mean value variance n a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions discrepancy,disagreement,divergence variant n an event that departs from expectations discrepancy,variance variant n (biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups form,strain variant n a variable quantity that is random variant n something a little different from others of the same type version,variation,edition variant adj differing from a norm or standard variant adj exhibiting variation and change variation n an instance of change; the rate or magnitude of change fluctuation variation n an activity that varies from a norm or standard variance variation n a repetition of a musical theme in which it is modified or embellished variation n something a little different from others of the same type version,variant,edition varicose adj abnormally swollen or knotty varied adj characterized by variety varied adj widely different varied adj broken away from sameness or identity or duplication variegate v change the appearance of, especially by marking with different colors variegate v make something more diverse and varied vary,motley variegated adj having a variety of colors varietal n a wine made principally from one grape and carrying the name of that grape generic variety n a collection containing a variety of sorts of things assortment,mixture,miscellany,smorgasbord,potpourri,motley variety n noticeable heterogeneity diversity variety n (biology) a taxonomic category consisting of members of a species that differ from others of the same species in minor but heritable charact variety n a show consisting of a series of short unrelated performances various adj of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity assorted various adj considered individually respective,several various adj distinctly dissimilar or unlike diverse various adj having great diversity or variety versatile variously adv in diverse ways diversely varmint n an irritating or obnoxious person vermin varmint n any usually predatory wild animal considered undesirable; e.g., coyote varna n a port city in northeastern Bulgaria on the Black Sea varna n (Hinduism) the name for the original social division of Vedic people into four groups (which are subdivided into thousands of jatis) varnish n a coating that provides a hard, lustrous, transparent finish to a surface varnish v cover with varnish seal varnished adj having a coating of stain or varnish stained varsity n a British abbreviation of `university'; usually refers to Oxford University or Cambridge University varsity n a team representing a college or university varuna n in Vedism, god of the night sky who with his thousand eyes watches over human conduct and judges good and evil and punishes evildoers; often vary v become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence change,alter vary v be at variance with; be out of line with deviate,diverge,depart vary v be subject to change in accordance with a variable vary v make something more diverse and varied variegate,motley varying adj marked by diversity or difference variable vas n a tube in which a body fluid circulates vessel vascular adj of or relating to or having vessels that conduct and circulate fluids vase n an open jar of glass or porcelain used as an ornament or to hold flowers vasectomy n surgical procedure that removes all or part of the vas deferens (usually as a means of sterilization); is sometimes reversible vaseline n a trademarked brand of petroleum jelly vassal n a person holding a fief; a person who owes allegiance and service to a feudal lord liege,liegeman vassalage n the state of a serf serfdom vast adj unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope huge,immense,brobdingnagian vastly adv to an exceedingly great extent or degree immensely vastness n unusual largeness in size or extent or number greatness,wideness vat n a tax levied on the difference between a commodity's price before taxes and its cost of production vat n a large open vessel for holding or storing liquids tub vatican n the residence of the Catholic Pope in the Vatican City vaudeville n a variety show with songs and comic acts etc. vaudevillian n a performer who works in vaudeville vaughan n United States jazz singer noted for her complex bebop phrasing and scat singing (1924-1990) vault n a burial chamber (usually underground) vault n a strongroom or compartment (often made of steel) for safekeeping of valuables vault n an arched brick or stone ceiling or roof vault n the act of jumping over an obstacle hurdle vault v jump across or leap over (an obstacle) overleap vault v bound vigorously vaulted adj having a hemispherical vault or dome domed vaulter n an athlete who jumps over a high crossbar with the aid of a long pole vaulting n (architecture) a vaulted structure vaulting n a light leap by a horse in which both hind legs leave the ground before the forelegs come down curvet vaulting adj revealing excessive self-confidence; reaching for the heights overreaching vaunt n extravagant self-praise vaunt v show off boast,tout,swash,brag,gas,blow,bluster veal n meat from a calf vector n a variable quantity that can be resolved into components vector n a straight line segment whose length is magnitude and whose orientation in space is direction vector n any agent (person or animal or microorganism) that carries and transmits a disease transmitter vector n (genetics) a virus or other agent that is used to deliver DNA to a cell veda n (from the Sanskrit word for `knowledge') any of the most ancient sacred writings of Hinduism written in early Sanskrit; traditionally believ veer v turn sharply; change direction abruptly swerve,sheer,curve,trend,slue,slew,cut veer v shift to a clockwise direction back veering n the act of turning aside suddenly swerve veg n edible seeds or roots or stems or leaves or bulbs or tubers or nonsweet fruits of any of numerous herbaceous plant vegetable,veggie vega n prolific Spanish playwright (1562-1635) vega n the brightest star in the constellation Lyra vegan n a strict vegetarian; someone who eats no animal or dairy products at all vegetable n edible seeds or roots or stems or leaves or bulbs or tubers or nonsweet fruits of any of numerous herbaceous plant veggie,veg vegetable n any of various herbaceous plants cultivated for an edible part such as the fruit or the root of the beet or the leaf of spinach or the seeds vegetal adj composed of vegetation or plants vegetative vegetal adj (of reproduction) characterized by asexual processes vegetative vegetarian n eater of fruits and grains and nuts; someone who eats no meat or fish or (often) any animal products vegetarianism n a diet excluding all meat and fish vegetate v lead a passive existence without using one's body or mind vegetate v establish vegetation on vegetate v produce vegetation vegetate v grow like a plant vegetation n all the plant life in a particular region or period flora,botany vegetation n the process of growth in plants vegetation n an abnormal growth or excrescence (especially a warty excrescence on the valves of the heart) vegetation n inactivity that is passive and monotonous, comparable to the inactivity of plant life vegetative adj composed of vegetation or plants vegetal vegetative adj of or relating to an activity that is passive and monotonous vegetative adj relating to involuntary bodily functions vegetative adj (of reproduction) characterized by asexual processes vegetal veggie n edible seeds or roots or stems or leaves or bulbs or tubers or nonsweet fruits of any of numerous herbaceous plant vegetable,veg vehemence n intensity or forcefulness of expression emphasis vehemence n the property of being wild or turbulent ferocity,fury,violence,wildness vehement adj marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid fierce,tearing,violent vehement adj characterized by great force or energy vehemently adv in a vehement manner vehicle n a conveyance that transports people or objects vehicle n a medium for the expression or achievement of something vehicle n any substance that facilitates the use of a drug or pigment or other material that is mixed with it vehicle n any inanimate object (as a towel or money or clothing or dishes or books or toys etc.) that can transmit infectious agents from one person t vehicular adj of or relating to or intended for (motor) vehicles veil n a garment that covers the head and face veil n a membranous covering attached to the immature fruiting body of certain mushrooms velum veil n the inner membrane of embryos in higher vertebrates (especially when covering the head at birth) caul veil n a vestment worn by a priest at High Mass in the Roman Catholic Church; a silk shawl veil v to obscure, or conceal with or as if with a veil unveil veil v make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing obscure,obliterate,hide veiled adj having or as if having a veil or concealing cover unveiled veiled adj muted or unclear veiling n a net of transparent fabric with a loose open weave gauze,netting vein n a blood vessel that carries blood from the capillaries toward the heart vena vein n a distinctive style or manner vein n any of the vascular bundles or ribs that form the branching framework of conducting and supporting tissues in a leaf or other plant organ vein n a layer of ore between layers of rock vein v make a veinlike pattern veined adj having or showing markings that resemble veins vela n a constellation in the southern hemisphere between Carina and Pyxis velar n a consonant produced with the back of the tongue touching or near the soft palate velar adj of or relating to the velum velar adj produced with the back of the tongue touching or near the soft palate (as `k' in `cat' and `g' in `gun' and `ng' in `sing') velcro n nylon fabric used as a fastening velcro v fasten with Velcro veld n elevated open grassland in southern Africa vellum n a heavy creamy-colored paper resembling parchment vellum n fine parchment prepared from the skin of a young animal e.g. a calf or lamb velociraptor n small active carnivore that probably fed on protoceratops; possibly related more closely to birds than to other dinosaurs velocity n distance travelled per unit time speed velodrome n a banked oval track for bicycle or motorcycle racing velour n heavy fabric that resembles velvet velum n a membranous covering attached to the immature fruiting body of certain mushrooms veil velum n a muscular flap that closes off the nasopharynx during swallowing or speaking velvet n a silky densely piled fabric with a plain back velvet adj smooth and soft to sight or hearing or touch or taste velvety velvet adj resembling velvet in having a smooth soft surface velvety velveteen n a usually cotton fabric with a short pile imitating velvet velvety adj smooth and soft to sight or hearing or touch or taste velvet velvety adj resembling velvet in having a smooth soft surface velvet vena n a blood vessel that carries blood from the capillaries toward the heart vein venal adj capable of being corrupted corruptible,dishonest venality n prostitution of talents or offices or services for reward vend v sell or offer for sale from place to place peddle,monger,huckster,hawk,pitch vendee n a person who buys buyer,purchaser,emptor vendetta n a feud in which members of the opposing parties murder each other vending n the act of selling goods for a living peddling,hawking vendor n someone who promotes or exchanges goods or services for money seller,marketer,trafficker veneer n coating consisting of a thin layer of superior wood glued to a base of inferior wood veneer n an ornamental coating to a building facing veneer v cover with veneer venerable adj impressive by reason of age venerable adj profoundly honored august,revered venerate v regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of reverence,fear,revere venerating adj feeling or manifesting veneration respectful,reverential veneration n a feeling of profound respect for someone or something fear,reverence,awe veneration n religious zeal; the willingness to serve God devotion venereal adj of or relating to the external sex organs genital venetia n a region of northeastern Italy on the Adriatic venetian n a resident of Venice venetian adj of or relating to or characteristic of Venice or its people venezuela n a republic in northern South America on the Caribbean; achieved independence from Spain in 1811; rich in oil venezuelan n a native or inhabitant of Venezuela venezuelan adj of or relating to or characteristic of Venezuela or its people vengeance n the act of taking revenge (harming someone in retaliation for something harmful that they have done) especially in the next life retribution,payback vengeful adj disposed to seek revenge or intended for revenge vindictive venice n the provincial capital of Veneto; built on 118 islands within a lagoon in the Gulf of Venice; has canals instead of streets; one of Italy's venison n meat from a deer used as food venom n toxin secreted by animals; secreted by certain snakes and poisonous insects (e.g., spiders and scorpions) venom n feeling a need to see others suffer malice,spite venomous adj extremely poisonous or injurious; producing venom deadly,virulent venomous adj marked by deep ill will; deliberately harmful poisonous,vicious venous adj of or contained in or performing the function of the veins vent n a hole for the escape of gas or air blowhole vent n external opening of urinary or genital system of a lower vertebrate vent n a fissure in the earth's crust (or in the surface of some other planet) through which molten lava and gases erupt volcano vent n a slit in a garment (as in the back seam of a jacket) vent v give expression or utterance to ventilate vent v expose to cool or cold air so as to cool or freshen ventilate,air vented adj supplied with a vent or vents for intake of air or discharge of gases venter n a speaker who expresses or gives vent to a personal opinion or grievance venter n the region of the body of a vertebrate between the thorax and the pelvis abdomen,stomach,belly venter n the womb venter n a bulging body part (as the belly of a muscle) ventilate v expose to cool or cold air so as to cool or freshen vent,air ventilate v expose to the circulation of fresh air so as to retard spoilage ventilate v circulate through and freshen ventilate v give expression or utterance to vent ventilated adj exposed to air ventilation n the act of supplying fresh air and getting rid of foul air airing ventilation n a mechanical system in a building that provides fresh air ventilation n free and open discussion of (or debate on) some question of public interest ventilation n the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation breathing,respiration ventilator n a device (such as a fan) that introduces fresh air or expels foul air ventilator n a device that facilitates breathing in cases of respiratory failure venting n the act of venting discharge ventral adj toward or on or near the belly (front of a primate or lower surface of a lower animal) dorsal ventral adj nearest to or facing toward the axis of an organ or organism ventrally adv in a ventral location or direction ventricle n one of four connected cavities in the brain; is continuous with the central canal of the spinal cord and contains cerebrospinal fluid ventricle n a chamber of the heart that receives blood from an atrium and pumps it to the arteries ventricular adj of or relating to a ventricle (of the heart or brain) ventriculus n thick-walled muscular pouch below the crop in many birds and reptiles for grinding food gizzard ventriloquism n the art of projecting your voice so that it seems to come from another source (as from a ventriloquist's dummy) ventriloquist n a performer who projects the voice into a wooden dummy venture n any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome venture n an investment that is very risky but could yield great profits speculation venture n a commercial undertaking that risks a loss but promises a profit venture v proceed somewhere despite the risk of possible dangers embark venture v put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation guess,pretend,hazard venture v put at risk hazard,adventure,stake,jeopardize venturesome adj disposed to venture or take risks audacious,daring venue n the scene of any event or action (especially the place of a meeting) locale,locus venue n in law: the jurisdiction where a trial will be held venus n the second nearest planet to the sun; it is peculiar in that its rotation is slow and retrograde (in the opposite sense of the Earth and all venus n goddess of love; counterpart of Greek Aphrodite venus n type genus of the family Veneridae: genus of edible clams with thick oval shells veracious adj habitually speaking the truth veracious adj precisely accurate right veracity n unwillingness to tell lies mendacity veranda n a porch along the outside of a building (sometimes partly enclosed) verandah,gallery verandah n a porch along the outside of a building (sometimes partly enclosed) veranda,gallery verb n the word class that serves as the predicate of a sentence verb n a content word that denotes an action, occurrence, or state of existence verbal adj communicated in the form of words verbal adj of or relating to or formed from words in general verbal adj of or relating to or formed from a verb verbal adj relating to or having facility in the use of words numerical verbalize v be verbose verbalize v express in speech talk,speak,utter,mouth verbalize v articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise express,utter verbalize v convert into a verb verbally adv as a verb verbally adv by means of language verbatim adj in precisely the same words used by a writer or speaker direct verbatim adv using exactly the same words verbena n any of numerous tropical or subtropical American plants of the genus Verbena grown for their showy spikes of variously colored flowers vervain verbiage n overabundance of words verbiage n the manner in which something is expressed in words wording,diction,phrasing,phraseology verbose adj using or containing too many words tedious,windy,wordy verdant adj characterized by abundance of verdure verdi n Italian operatic composer (1813-1901) verdict n (law) the findings of a jury on issues of fact submitted to it for decision; can be used in formulating a judgment verdin n very small yellow-headed titmouse of western North America verdun n a battle in World War I (1916); in some of the bloodiest fighting in World War I the German offensive was stopped verdure n green foliage greenery verdure n the lush appearance of flourishing vegetation greenness verge n a region marking a boundary brink,threshold verge n the limit beyond which something happens or changes brink verge n a ceremonial or emblematic staff sceptre,wand verge n a grass border along a road verge v border on; come close to verger n a church officer who takes care of the interior of the building and acts as an attendant (carries the verge) during ceremonies verifiable adj capable of being verified verifiable adj capable of being tested (verified or falsified) by experiment or observation confirmable verification n additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct confirmation,check,substantiation verification n (law) an affidavit attached to a statement confirming the truth of that statement verified adj proved to be true verify v confirm the truth of verify v check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard control verify v attach or append a legal verification to (a pleading or petition) verify v to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true affirm,assert,avow,aver,swan,swear verifying adj serving to support or corroborate collateral,confirming,confirmatory,corroborative,validating verily adv in truth; certainly verisimilitude n the appearance of truth; the quality of seeming to be true veritable adj often used as intensifiers regular veritable adj not counterfeit or copied authentic,unquestionable verity n conformity to reality or actuality truth verity n an enduring or necessary ethical or religious or aesthetic truth vermeer n Dutch painter renowned for his use of light (1632-1675) vermiculate v decorate with wavy or winding lines vermiculate adj infested with or damaged (as if eaten) by worms vermiculate adj decorated with wormlike tracery or markings vermilion n a variable color that is vivid red but sometimes with an orange tinge scarlet vermilion v color vermilion vermilion adj of a vivid red to reddish-orange color vermillion,cinnabar vermillion adj of a vivid red to reddish-orange color vermilion,cinnabar vermin n an irritating or obnoxious person varmint vermin n any of various small animals or insects that are pests; e.g. cockroaches or rats vermont n a state in New England vermonter n a native or resident of Vermont vermouth n any of several white wines flavored with aromatic herbs; used as aperitifs or in mixed drinks vernacular n a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves) slang,cant,jargon,lingo,argot,patois vernacular n the everyday speech of the people (as distinguished from literary language) vernacular adj being or characteristic of or appropriate to everyday language common,vulgar vernal adj suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh youthful,young vernal adj of or characteristic of or occurring in spring autumnal,wintry verne n French writer who is considered the father of science fiction (1828-1905) vernier n French mathematician who described the vernier scale (1580-1637) vernier n a small movable scale that slides along a main scale; the small scale is calibrated to indicate fractional divisions of the main scale vernix n a white cheeselike protective material that covers the skin of a fetus vernonia n any of various plants of the genus Vernonia of tropical and warm regions of especially North America that take their name from their loose h verona n a city in Veneto on the River Adige veronica n any plant of the genus Veronica speedwell versace n Italian fashion designer (1946-1997) versailles n a city in north central France near Paris; site of the Palace of Versailles that was built by Louis XIV in the 17th century versailles n a palace built in the 17th century for Louis XIV southwest of Paris near the city of Versailles versant n the side or slope of a mountain mountainside versatile adj having great diversity or variety various versatile adj changeable or inconstant versatile adj competent in many areas and able to turn with ease from one thing to another versatile adj able to move freely in all directions versatility n having a wide variety of skills verse n literature in metrical form poetry verse n a piece of poetry rhyme verse n a line of metrical text verse v compose verses or put into verse verse v familiarize through thorough study or experience versed n an injectable form of benzodiazepine (trade name Versed) useful for sedation and for reducing pain during uncomfortable medical procedures versed adj thoroughly acquainted through study or experience intimate,knowledgeable version n an interpretation of a matter from a particular viewpoint version n something a little different from others of the same type variant,variation,edition version n a written work (as a novel) that has been recast in a new form adaptation version n a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language translation,rendering verst n a Russian unit of length (1.067 km) vertebra n one of the bony segments of the spinal column vertebral adj of or relating to or constituting vertebrae vertebrate n animals having a bony or cartilaginous skeleton with a segmented spinal column and a large brain enclosed in a skull or cranium vertebrate adj having a backbone or spinal column invertebrate vertex n the point of intersection of lines or the point opposite the base of a figure vertex n the highest point (of something) peak,apex,acme vertical n something that is oriented vertically vertical n a vertical structural member as a post or stake upright vertical adj at right angles to the plane of the horizon or a base line perpendicular inclined,horizontal vertical adj relating to or involving all stages of a business from production to distribution vertical adj upright in position or posture erect,upright vertical adj of or relating to different levels in a hierarchy (as levels of social class or income group) vertically adv in a vertical direction vertigo n a reeling sensation; a feeling that you are about to fall dizziness,lightheadedness vertu n love of or taste for fine objects of art vertu n artistic quality vervain n any of numerous tropical or subtropical American plants of the genus Verbena grown for their showy spikes of variously colored flowers verbena verve n an energetic style vitality vervet n South African monkey with black face and hands very adj precisely as stated very adj being the exact same one; not any other: identical,selfsame very adv used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal really,real,rattling very adv precisely so vesicle n a small anatomically normal sac or bladderlike structure (especially one containing fluid) cyst vespa n type genus of the Vespidae: various hornets and yellow jackets vespasian n Emperor of Rome and founder of the Flavian dynasty who consolidated Roman rule in Germany and Britain and reformed the army and brought pros vesper n a planet (usually Venus) seen at sunset in the western sky hesperus vesper n a late afternoon or evening worship service vespers n the sixth of the seven canonical hours of the divine office; early evening; now often made a public service on Sundays vessel n a tube in which a body fluid circulates vas vessel n a craft designed for water transportation watercraft vessel n an object used as a container (especially for liquids) vest n a man's sleeveless garment worn underneath a coat vest n a collarless men's undergarment for the upper part of the body singlet,undershirt vest v provide with power and authority invest vest v place (authority, property, or rights) in the control of a person or group of persons vest v become legally vested vest v clothe oneself in ecclesiastical garments vesta n (Roman mythology) goddess of the hearth and its fire whose flame was tended by vestal virgins; counterpart of Greek Hestia vesta n the brightest asteroid but the fourth to be discovered vestal n a chaste woman vestal adj of or relating to Vesta vestal adj in a state of sexual virginity pure,virgin,virginal,virtuous vested adj fixed and absolute and without contingency vestibular adj relating to the sense of equilibrium vestibule n a large entrance or reception room or area anteroom,antechamber,hall,foyer,lobby vestibule n any of various bodily cavities leading to another cavity (as of the ear or vagina) vestige n an indication that something has been present trace,tincture,shadow vestigial adj not fully developed in mature animals rudimentary vestment n gown (especially ceremonial garments) worn by the clergy vesture n something that covers or cloaks like a garment vesture n a covering designed to be worn on a person's body clothing,wear,wearable vesture v provide or cover with a cloak vesuvius n a volcano in southwestern Italy on the Mediterranean coast; a Plinian eruption in 79 AD buried Pompeii and killed Pliny the Elder; last erup vet n a doctor who practices veterinary medicine veterinarian,veterinary vet n a person who has served in the armed forces veteran vet v work as a veterinarian vet v examine carefully vet v provide (a person) with medical care vet v provide veterinary care for vetch n any of various climbing plants of the genus Vicia having pinnately compound leaves that terminate in tendrils and small variously colored fl veteran n a serviceman who has seen considerable active service veteran n a person who has served in the armed forces vet veteran n an experienced person who has been through many battles; someone who has given long service stager veteran adj rendered competent through trial and experience seasoned veterinarian n a doctor who practices veterinary medicine veterinary,vet veterinary n a doctor who practices veterinary medicine veterinarian,vet veterinary adj of or relating to veterinarians or veterinary medicine veto n a vote that blocks a decision veto n the power or right to prohibit or reject a proposed or intended act (especially the power of a chief executive to reject a bill passed by th veto v vote against; refuse to endorse; refuse to assent blackball,negative veto v command against forbid,prohibit,interdict,proscribe,disallow,nix vex v cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations annoy,rag,bother,irritate,rile,nark,nettle,gravel vex v disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress worry vex v change the arrangement or position of agitate,disturb vex v subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation vexatious adj causing irritation or annoyance annoying,bothersome,galling,irritating,nettlesome,pesky,pestering,teasing vexed adj troubled persistently especially with petty annoyances annoyed,harassed,harried,pestered vexed adj causing difficulty in finding an answer or solution; much disputed vexer n someone given to teasing (as by mocking or stirring curiosity) tease,teaser vexing adj extremely annoying or displeasing exasperating,infuriating,maddening vexing adj causing irritation or annoyance annoying,bothersome,galling,irritating,nettlesome,pesky,pestering,teasing vi n the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one six,sixer,sise,sextet,sextuplet vi n more than 130 southeastern Virgin Islands; a dependent territory of the United States vi adj denoting a quantity consisting of six items or units six viability n (of living things) capable of normal growth and development viability n capable of being done in a practical and useful way viable adj capable of being done with means at hand and circumstances as they are feasible,practicable,workable viable adj capable of life or normal growth and development viaduct n bridge consisting of a series of arches supported by piers used to carry a road (or railroad) over a valley viagra n virility drug (trade name Viagra) used to treat erectile dysfunction in men vial n a small bottle that contains a drug (especially a sealed sterile container for injection by needle) phial viand n a choice or delicious dish viatical adj pertaining to the purchase of insurance policies from terminally ill policy holders vibe n a distinctive emotional aura experienced instinctively vibration vibes n a percussion instrument similar to a xylophone but having metal bars and rotating disks in the resonators that produce a vibrato sound viborg n a town of Denmark in north central Jutland vibrancy n having the character of a loud deep sound; the quality of being resonant resonance,ringing vibrant adj vigorous and animated vivacious vibrant adj of sounds that are strong and resonating vibrant adj of colors that are bright and striking vibrate v shake, quiver, or throb; move back and forth rapidly, usually in an uncontrolled manner vibrate v move or swing from side to side regularly oscillate vibrate v be undecided about something; waver between conflicting positions or courses of action hover,vacillate,oscillate vibrate v sound with resonance resonate vibration n the act of vibrating quiver,quivering vibration n a shaky motion shaking,shakiness,trembling,quiver,quivering,palpitation vibration n (physics) a regular periodic variation in value about a mean oscillation vibration n a distinctive emotional aura experienced instinctively vibe vibrational adj of or relating to or characterized by vibration vibrato n (music) a pulsating effect in an instrumental or vocal tone produced by slight and rapid variations in pitch vibrator n a mechanical device that vibrates vibrator n mechanical device that produces vibratory motion; used for massage vicar n a Roman Catholic priest who acts for another higher-ranking clergyman vicar n (Episcopal Church) a clergyman in charge of a chapel vicar n (Church of England) a clergyman appointed to act as priest of a parish vicarage n an official residence provided by a church for its parson or vicar or rector parsonage,rectory vicarious adj experienced at secondhand vicarious adj occurring in an abnormal part of the body instead of the usual site involved in that function vicarious adj suffered or done by one person as a substitute for another vicariously adv indirectly, as, by, or through a substitute vice n moral weakness frailty vice n a specific form of evildoing vicenary adj of or relating to or based on 20 viceregal adj of or relating to a viceroy viceroy n governor of a country or province who rules as the representative of his or her king or sovereign viceroy n showy American butterfly resembling the monarch but smaller viceroyalty n a district or province governed by a viceroy vichy n a town in central France (south of Paris) noted for hot mineral springs; was capital of the unoccupied part of France during World War II vichyssoise n a creamy potato soup flavored with leeks and onions; usually served cold vicinity n a surrounding or nearby region locality,neighborhood,neighbourhood vicious adj (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering barbarous,brutal,cruel,fell,roughshod,savage vicious adj having the nature of vice evil vicious adj bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure condemnable,criminal,deplorable,reprehensible vicious adj marked by deep ill will; deliberately harmful poisonous,venomous viciously adv in a vicious manner brutally,savagely viciousness n the trait of extreme cruelty brutality,savagery vicissitude n a variation in circumstances or fortune at different times in your life or in the development of something vicissitude n mutability in life or nature (especially successive alternation from one condition to another) vicksburg n a town in western Mississippi on bluffs above the Mississippi River to the west of Jackson; focus of an important campaign during the Americ vicksburg n a decisive battle in the American Civil War (1863); after being besieged for nearly seven weeks the Confederates surrendered victim n an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance victim n a person who is tricked or swindled dupe victimization n adversity resulting from being made a victim victimization n an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly) exploitation,using victimize v make a victim of victimize v punish unjustly victimize v deprive of by deceit swindle,rook,diddle,defraud,scam,mulct,con victimized adj (of persons) taken advantage of exploited,used victor n a combatant who is able to defeat rivals master,superior victor n the contestant who wins the contest winner victoria n queen of Great Britain and Ireland and empress of India from 1837 to 1901; the last Hanoverian ruler of England (1819-1901) victoria n (Roman mythology) goddess of victory; counterpart of Greek Nike victoria n a waterfall in the Zambezi River on the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia; diminishes seasonally victoria n a town in southeast Texas to the southeast of San Antonio victorian n a person who lived during the reign of Victoria victorian adj of or relating to Queen Victoria of Great Britain or to the age in which she ruled victorian adj exaggeratedly proper prim,prissy,prudish,puritanical victorian adj typical of the moral standards or conduct of the age of Queen Victoria victorious adj having won winning victorious adj experiencing triumph triumphant victory n a successful ending of a struggle or contest triumph defeat victual n any substance that can be used as food comestible,edible,eatable,pabulum,victuals victual v supply with food victual v lay in provisions victual v take in nourishment victuals n a stock or supply of foods provisions,provender victuals n a source of materials to nourish the body nourishment,nutrition,sustenance victuals n any substance that can be used as food comestible,edible,eatable,pabulum,victual vicuna n the wool of the vicuna vicuna n a soft wool fabric made from the fleece of the vicuna vicuna n small wild cud-chewing Andean animal similar to the guanaco but smaller; valued for its fleecy undercoat vidal n United States writer (born in 1925) video n the visible part of a television transmission picture video n a recording of both the visual and audible components (especially one containing a recording of a movie or television program) video n (computer science) the appearance of text and graphics on a video display video n broadcasting visual images of stationary or moving objects television,tv videotape n a video recording made on magnetic tape videotape n a relatively wide magnetic tape for use in recording visual images and associated sound videotape v record on videotape tape vie v compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others compete,contend vienna n the capital and largest city of Austria; located on the Danube in northeastern Austria; was the home of Beethoven and Brahms and Haydn and M viennese adj of or relating to or characteristic of Vienna or its inhabitants vietnam n a communist state in Indochina on the South China Sea; achieved independence from France in 1945 annam vietnam n a prolonged war (1954-1975) between the communist armies of North Vietnam who were supported by the Chinese and the armies of South Vietnam vietnamese n a native or inhabitant of Vietnam annamese vietnamese n the Mon-Khmer language spoken in Vietnam annamese,annamite vietnamese adj of or relating to or characteristic of Vietnam or its people or its language view n a way of regarding situations or topics etc. position,perspective view n the visual percept of a region aspect,prospect,scene,vista,panorama view n the act of looking or seeing or observing survey,sight view n the range of the eye view v deem to be see,consider,reckon,regard view v look at carefully; study mentally consider view v see or watch watch,see,catch viewable adj capable of being viewed viewer n a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind) spectator,witness,watcher,looker viewer n an optical device for viewing photographic transparencies viewers n the audience reached by television viewing n the display of a motion picture screening,showing viewing n a vigil held over a corpse the night before burial wake viewpoint n a mental position from which things are viewed stand,standpoint viewpoint n a place from which something can be viewed vigil n a period of sleeplessness vigil n the rite of staying awake for devotional purposes (especially on the eve of a religious festival) watch vigil n a purposeful surveillance to guard or observe watch vigilance n the process of paying close and continuous attention alertness vigilance n vigilant attentiveness vigilant adj carefully observant or attentive; on the lookout for possible danger wakeful vigilante n member of a vigilance committee vigilantism n the actions of a vigilance committee in trying to enforce the laws vignette n a brief literary description sketch vignette n a photograph whose edges shade off gradually vignette n a small illustrative sketch (as sometimes placed at the beginning of chapters in books) vigor n forceful exertion energy,vigour,zip vigor n active strength of body or mind vigour,dynamism vigor n an imaginative lively style (especially style of writing) energy,vigour,vim vigorous adj characterized by forceful and energetic action or activity vigorous adj strong and active physically or mentally vigorously adv with vigor; in a vigorous manner smartly vigour n forceful exertion energy,vigor,zip vigour n active strength of body or mind vigor,dynamism vigour n an imaginative lively style (especially style of writing) energy,vigor,vim viking n any of the Scandinavian people who raided the coasts of Europe from the 8th to the 11th centuries vila n capital of Vanuatu vile adj morally reprehensible despicable,ugly,slimy,unworthy,worthless,wretched vile adj causing or able to cause nausea nauseating,nauseous,noisome,queasy,loathsome,offensive,sickening vilification n slanderous defamation smear vilification n a rude expression intended to offend or hurt abuse,insult vilify v spread negative information about revile,vituperate,rail villa n Mexican revolutionary leader (1877-1923) villa n detached or semidetached suburban house villa n country house in ancient Rome consisting of residential quarters and farm buildings around a courtyard villa n pretentious and luxurious country residence with extensive grounds village n a community of people smaller than a town settlement village n a settlement smaller than a town hamlet village n a mainly residential district of Manhattan; `the Village' became a home for many writers and artists in the 20th century villager n one who has lived in a village most of their life villain n a wicked or evil person; someone who does evil deliberately scoundrel villain n the principal bad character in a film or work of fiction baddie villainous adj extremely wicked nefarious villein n (Middle Ages) a person who is bound to the land and owned by the feudal lord serf,helot villus n a minute hairlike projection on mucous membrane vim n a healthy capacity for vigorous activity energy,vitality vim n an imaginative lively style (especially style of writing) energy,vigor,vigour vinaigrette n oil and vinegar with mustard and garlic vindicate v show to be right by providing justification or proof justify vindicate v maintain, uphold, or defend vindicate v clear of accusation, blame, suspicion, or doubt with supporting proof vindicated adj freed from any question of guilt absolved,clear,cleared,exonerated vindication n the act of vindicating or defending against criticism or censure etc. exoneration vindication n the justification for some act or belief defense,defence vindicator n a person who argues to defend or justify some policy or institution apologist vindictive adj disposed to seek revenge or intended for revenge vengeful vindictive adj showing malicious ill will and a desire to hurt; motivated by spite spiteful vindictiveness n a malevolent desire for revenge vine n a plant with a weak stem that derives support from climbing, twining, or creeping along a surface vinegar n sour-tasting liquid produced usually by oxidation of the alcohol in wine or cider and used as a condiment or food preservative vinegar n dilute acetic acid vineyard n a farm of grapevines where wine grapes are produced vino n fermented juice (of grapes especially) wine vinous adj of or relating to wine vintage n a season's yield of wine from a vineyard vintage n the oldness of wines vintner n someone who sells wine vintner n someone who makes wine winemaker vinyl n a univalent chemical radical derived from ethylene vinyl n shiny and tough and flexible plastic; used especially for floor coverings viol n any of a family of bowed stringed instruments that preceded the violin family viola n any of the numerous plants of the genus Viola viola n large genus of flowering herbs of temperate regions viola n a bowed stringed instrument slightly larger than a violin, tuned a fifth lower violable adj capable of being violated inviolable violate v fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns break violate v act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises transgress,offend,breach,break violate v destroy violate v violate the sacred character of a place or language desecrate,profane,outrage violated adj treated irreverently or sacrilegiously violation n a crime less serious than a felony misdemeanor,infraction,infringement violation n an act that disregards an agreement or a right infringement violation n entry to another's property without right or permission trespass,encroachment,intrusion,usurpation violation n a disrespectful act irreverence violator n someone who violates the law lawbreaker violator n someone who assaults others sexually violence n an act of aggression (as one against a person who resists) force violence n the property of being wild or turbulent ferocity,fury,vehemence,wildness violence n a turbulent state resulting in injuries and destruction etc. violent adj acting with or marked by or resulting from great force or energy or emotional intensity nonviolent violent adj effected by force or injury rather than natural causes violent adj (of colors or sounds) intensely vivid or loud wild violent adj marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid fierce,tearing,vehement violently adv in a violent manner violet n any of numerous low-growing violas with small flowers violet n a variable color that lies beyond blue in the spectrum violet adj of a color intermediate between red and blue purple,purplish violin n bowed stringed instrument that is the highest member of the violin family; this instrument has four strings and a hollow body and an unfrett fiddle violinist n a musician who plays the violin fiddler violist n a musician who plays the viola vip n an important or influential (and often overbearing) person dignitary viper n venomous Old World snakes characterized by hollow venom-conducting fangs in the upper jaw virago n a noisy or scolding or domineering woman virago n a large strong and aggressive woman amazon viral adj relating to or caused by a virus virga n light wispy precipitation that evaporates before it reaches the ground (especially when the lower air is low in humidity) virgil n a Roman poet; author of the epic poem `Aeneid' (70-19 BC) virgin n a person who has never had sex virgin n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Virgo virgo virgin n the sixth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about August 23 to September 22 virgo virgin adj being used or worked for the first time virgin adj in a state of sexual virginity pure,vestal,virginal,virtuous virginal n a legless rectangular harpsichord; played (usually by women) in the 16th and 17th centuries virginal adj characteristic of a virgin or virginity virginal adj untouched or undefiled virginal adj in a state of sexual virginity pure,vestal,virgin,virtuous virginia n a state in the eastern United States; one of the original 13 colonies; one of the Confederate States in the American Civil War virginia n one of the British colonies that formed the United States virginia n a town in northeastern Minnesota in the heart of the Mesabi Range virginian n a native or resident of Virginia virginity n the condition or quality of being a virgin virgo n (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Virgo virgin virgo n a large zodiacal constellation on the equator; between Leo and Libra virgo n the sixth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about August 23 to September 22 virgin virgule n a punctuation mark (/) used to separate related items of information slash,diagonal,stroke virile adj characterized by energy and vigor virile adj characteristic of a man male,manlike,manly virile adj (of a male) capable of copulation potent virility n the masculine property of being capable of copulation and procreation virility n the trait of being manly; having the characteristics of an adult male manliness virological adj of or relating to the science of virology virologist n a specialist in virology virology n the branch of medical science that studies viruses and viral diseases virtual adj being actually such in almost every respect practical virtual adj existing in essence or effect though not in actual fact virtually adv in essence or effect but not in fact virtually adv (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but about,almost,most,nearly,near,nigh virtue n the quality of doing what is right and avoiding what is wrong virtue n any admirable quality or attribute merit virtue n morality with respect to sexual relations chastity virtue n a particular moral excellence virtuosity n technical skill or fluency or style exhibited by a virtuoso virtuoso n someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field ace,adept,champion,sensation,genius,hotshot,star,superstar virtuoso n a musician who is a consummate master of technique and artistry virtuoso adj having or revealing supreme mastery or skill consummate,masterful,masterly virtuous adj morally excellent wicked virtuous adj in a state of sexual virginity pure,vestal,virgin,virginal virulence n extreme harmfulness (as the capacity of a microorganism to cause disease) virulence n extreme hostility virulent adj extremely poisonous or injurious; producing venom deadly,venomous virulent adj infectious; having the ability to cause disease virulent adj harsh or corrosive in tone acerb,acerbic,acid,acrid,bitter,blistering,caustic,sulfurous virulently adv in a virulent manner virus n (virology) ultramicroscopic infectious agent that replicates itself only within cells of living hosts; many are pathogenic; a piece of nucle virus n a harmful or corrupting agency virus n a software program capable of reproducing itself and usually capable of causing great harm to files or other programs on the same computer visa n an endorsement made in a passport that allows the bearer to enter the country issuing it visa v provide (a passport) with a visa visa v approve officially visage n the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British) countenance,kisser,mug visage n the appearance conveyed by a person's face countenance visayan n a member of the most numerous indigenous people of the Philippines visceral adj relating to or affecting the viscera visceral adj obtained through intuition rather than from reasoning or observation intuitive viscerally adv in an unreasoning visceral manner viscerally adv in the viscera viscid adj having the sticky properties of an adhesive gummy,pasty,sticky,viscous visconti n Italian filmmaker (1906-1976) viscosity n resistance of a liquid to shear forces (and hence to flow) viscount n (in various countries) a son or younger brother or a count viscount n a British peer who ranks below an earl and above a baron viscountess n a wife or widow of a viscount viscountess n a noblewoman holding the rank of viscount in her own right viscous adj having a relatively high resistance to flow viscous adj having the sticky properties of an adhesive gummy,pasty,sticky,viscid viscus n a main organ that is situated inside the body vise n a holding device attached to a workbench; has two jaws to hold workpiece firmly in place vishnu n the sustainer; a Hindu divinity worshipped as the preserver of worlds visibility n quality or fact or degree of being visible; perceptible by the eye or obvious to the eye invisibility visibility n degree of exposure to public notice profile visibility n capability of providing a clear unobstructed view visible adj capable of being seen; or open to easy view seeable invisible visible adj obvious to the eye visible adj present and easily available visibly adv in a visible manner visibly adv so as to be visible visigoth n a member of the western group of Goths who sacked Rome and created a kingdom in present-day Spain and southern France vision n a vivid mental image vision n the ability to see; the visual faculty sight vision n the perceptual experience of seeing vision n the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses imagination visionary n a person given to fanciful speculations and enthusiasms with little regard for what is actually possible visionary n a person with unusual powers of foresight illusionist,seer visionary adj not practical or realizable; speculative airy,impractical,laputan,windy visit n the act of going to see some person or place or thing for a short time visit n a meeting arranged by the visitor to see someone (such as a doctor or lawyer) for treatment or advice visit n the act of visiting in an official capacity (as for an inspection) visit n the act of going to see some person in a professional capacity visit v go to see a place, as for entertainment see visit v go to certain places as for sightseeing visit v pay a brief visit call visit v come to see in an official or professional capacity inspect visitant n someone who visits visitor visitation n an annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event trial,tribulation visitation n any disaster or catastrophe visitation n an official visit for inspection or supervision visiting n the activity of making visits visitor n someone who visits visitant visor n a piece of armor plate (with eye slits) fixed or hinged to a medieval helmet to protect the face visor n a brim that projects to the front to shade the eyes bill,peak,eyeshade vista n the visual percept of a region view,aspect,prospect,scene,panorama vistula n a European river; flows into the Baltic Sea visual adj relating to or using sight ocular,optic,optical visual adj visible ocular visualization n a mental image that is similar to a visual perception visualize v imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind envision,project,fancy,see,figure,picture,image visualize v view the outline of by means of an X-ray visualize v form a mental picture of something that is invisible or abstract visualize v make visible visualized adj seen in the mind as a mental image envisioned,pictured visually adv with respect to vision vital adj urgently needed; absolutely necessary critical vital adj performing an essential function in the living body vital adj full of spirit; full of life lively vital adj manifesting or characteristic of life vitality n an energetic style verve vitality n a healthy capacity for vigorous activity energy,vim vitality n (biology) a hypothetical force (not physical or chemical) once thought by Henri Bergson to cause the evolution and development of organisms vitality n the property of being able to survive and grow animation vitally adv to a vital degree vitals n a bodily organ that is essential for life vitamin n any of a group of organic substances essential in small quantities to normal metabolism vitiate v corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality corrupt,pervert,subvert,demoralize,debase,profane,deprave,misdirect vitiate v make imperfect mar,impair,spoil vitiate v take away the legal force of or render ineffective invalidate,void viticulture n the cultivation of grapes and grape vines; grape growing vitiligo n an acquired skin disease characterized by patches of unpigmented skin (often surrounded by a heavily pigmented border) vitreous adj of or relating to or constituting the vitreous humor of the eye vitreous adj relating to or resembling or derived from or containing glass vitreous adj (of ceramics) having the surface made shiny and nonporous by fusing a vitreous solution to it glassy vitrine n a glass container used to store and display items in a shop or museum or home case,showcase vitriol n (H2SO4) a highly corrosive acid made from sulfur dioxide; widely used in the chemical industry vitriol n abusive or venomous language used to express blame or censure or bitter deep-seated ill will invective vitriol v expose to the effects of vitriol or injure with vitriol vitriol v subject to bitter verbal abuse vitriolic adj harsh or corrosive in tone acerb,acerbic,acid,acrid,bitter,blistering,caustic,sulfurous vitriolic adj of a substance, especially a strong acid; capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action caustic,corrosive,erosive,mordant vituperate v spread negative information about vilify,revile,rail vituperative adj marked by harshly abusive criticism scathing viva n an examination conducted by spoken communication oral vivace adj (of tempo) very fast and lively vivace adv lively, in music vivacious adj vigorous and animated vibrant vivacity n characterized by high spirits and animation vivaldi n Italian baroque composer and violinist (1675-1741) vivid adj evoking lifelike images within the mind graphic,lifelike,pictorial vivid adj having the clarity and freshness of immediate experience vivid adj having strong or striking color bright,brilliant vivid adj (of color) having the highest saturation intense vividly adv in a vivid manner vividness n interest and variety and intensity color,colour vividness n chromatic purity: freedom from dilution with white and hence vivid in hue saturation,chroma,intensity viviparous adj producing living young (not eggs) oviparous,ovoviviparous vixen n a malicious woman with a fierce temper harpy,hellcat vixen n a female fox vizier n a high official in a Muslim government (especially in the Ottoman Empire) vizsla n Hungarian hunting dog resembling the Weimaraner but having a rich deep red coat vladivostok n a seaport in the Asian part of Russia vocable n a word that is spoken aloud vocabulary n a listing of the words used in some enterprise vocabulary n a language user's knowledge of words lexicon vocabulary n the system of techniques or symbols serving as a means of expression (as in arts or crafts) vocal n music intended to be performed by one or more singers, usually with instrumental accompaniment vocal n a short musical composition with words song vocal adj relating to or designed for or using the singing voice instrumental vocal adj having or using the power to produce speech or sound vocal adj given to expressing yourself freely or insistently outspoken vocal adj full of the sound of voices vocalise v sing (each note a scale or in a melody) with the same vowel vocalize vocalise v pronounce as a vowel vocalize vocalise v express or state clearly articulate,enunciate,vocalize vocalise v utter with vibrating vocal chords voice,sound,vocalize vocalist n a person who sings singer vocalize v utter with vibrating vocal chords voice,sound,vocalise vocalize v sing (each note a scale or in a melody) with the same vowel vocalise vocalize v pronounce as a vowel vocalise vocalize v express or state clearly articulate,enunciate,vocalise vocally adv in a vocal manner vocation n the particular occupation for which you are trained career,calling vocation n a body of people doing the same kind of work vocational adj of or relating to a vocation or occupation; especially providing or undergoing training in special skills vocationally adv affecting the pursuit of a vocation or occupation vociferate v utter in a very loud voice vociferous adj conspicuously and offensively loud; given to vehement outcry blatant,clamant,clamorous,strident vociferously adv in a vociferous manner vodka n unaged colorless liquor originating in Russia vogue n the popular taste at a given time trend,style vogue n a current state of general acceptance and use voice n the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech voice n the sound made by the vibration of vocal folds modified by the resonance of the vocal tract voice n a sound suggestive of a vocal utterance voice n expressing in coherent verbal form articulation voice v give voice to voice v utter with vibrating vocal chords sound,vocalize,vocalise voiced adj produced with vibration of the vocal cords sonant,soft voiceless adj produced without vibration of the vocal cords surd,hard voiceless adj deprived of the rights of citizenship especially the right to vote disenfranchised voiceless adj uttered without voice breathed voiceless adj being without sound through injury or illness and thus incapable of all but whispered speech voicemail n a computerized system for answering and routing telephone calls; telephone messages can be recorded and stored and relayed voicing n the act of adjusting an organ pipe (or wind instrument) so that it conforms to the standards of tone and pitch and color void n the state of nonexistence nothingness void n an empty area or space vacancy,emptiness,vacuum void v declare invalid invalidate,annul,quash,avoid,nullify void v clear (a room, house, place) of occupants or empty or clear (a place or receptacle) of something void v take away the legal force of or render ineffective invalidate,vitiate void v excrete or discharge from the body evacuate,empty void adj lacking any legal or binding force null void adj containing nothing voidable adj capable of being rescinded or voided rescindable voider n an official who can invalidate or nullify voider n a person who defecates shitter voider n a piece of chain mail covering a place unprotected by armor plate gusset voider n a hamper that holds dirty clothes to be washed or wet clothes to be dried voiding n the bodily process of discharging waste matter elimination,evacuation,excretion voile n a light semitransparent fabric volant adj with wings extended in a flying position volar adj relating to the palm of the hand or the sole of the foot volatile n a volatile substance; a substance that changes readily from solid or liquid to a vapor volatile adj evaporating readily at normal temperatures and pressures nonvolatile volatile adj liable to lead to sudden change or violence explosive volatile adj marked by erratic changeableness in affections or attachments fickle volatile adj tending to vary often or widely volatility n the property of changing readily from a solid or liquid to a vapor volatility n the trait of being unpredictably irresolute unpredictability volatility n being easily excited volcanic adj relating to or produced by or consisting of volcanoes volcanic adj explosively unstable volcanic adj igneous rock produced by eruption and solidified on or near the earth's surface; rhyolite or andesite or basalt volcanically adv by or like volcanoes volcano n a fissure in the earth's crust (or in the surface of some other planet) through which molten lava and gases erupt vent volcano n a mountain formed by volcanic material vole n any of various small mouselike rodents of the family Cricetidae (especially of genus Microtus) having a stout short-tailed body and inconspi volga n a Russian river; the longest river in Europe; flows into the Caspian Sea volition n the capability of conscious choice and decision and intention will volition n the act of making a choice willing volitional adj with deliberate intention volitionally adv in a willing manner willingly volley n rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms fusillade,salvo,burst volley n a tennis return made by hitting the ball before it bounces volley v be dispersed in a volley volley v hit before it touches the ground volley v discharge in, or as if in, a volley volley v make a volley volleyball n a game in which two teams hit an inflated ball over a high net using their hands volleyball n an inflated ball used in playing volleyball volt n a unit of potential equal to the potential difference between two points on a conductor carrying a current of 1 ampere when the power dissip v volta n Italian physicist after whom the volt is named; studied electric currents and invented the voltaic pile (1745-1827) volta n a river in Ghana that flows south to the Bight of Benin voltage n the rate at which energy is drawn from a source that produces a flow of electricity in a circuit; expressed in volts voltage n the difference in electrical charge between two points in a circuit expressed in volts potential voltaire n French writer who was the embodiment of 18th century Enlightenment (1694-1778) voltmeter n meter that measures the potential difference between two points voluble adj marked by a ready flow of speech taciturn volume n the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object volume n the property of something that is great in magnitude bulk,mass volume n physical objects consisting of a number of pages bound together book volume n a publication that is one of a set of several similar publications voluminous adj large in volume or bulk voluminous adj marked by repeated turns and bends tortuous,twisting,twisty,winding voluminous adj large in number or quantity (especially of discourse) copious voluntarily adv out of your own free will involuntarily voluntary n (military) a person who freely enlists for service volunteer voluntary n composition (often improvised) for a solo instrument (especially solo organ) and not a regular part of a religious service or musical perfor voluntary adj of your own free will or design; done by choice; not forced or compelled involuntary voluntary adj controlled by individual volition involuntary volunteer n (military) a person who freely enlists for service voluntary draftee volunteer n a person who performs voluntary work volunteer n a native or resident of Tennessee tennessean volunteer v tell voluntarily volunteer v agree freely offer volunteer v do volunteer work volunteer adj without payment unpaid voluptuous adj having strong sexual appeal juicy,luscious,toothsome,lush voluptuous adj (of a woman's body) having a large bosom and pleasing curves busty,buxom,curvy,stacked voluptuous adj displaying luxury and furnishing gratification to the senses epicurean,luxurious,luxuriant volute n ornament consisting of a curve on a plane that winds around a center with an increasing distance from the center spiral volute n a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops coil,spiral,whorl,helix volute adj in the shape of a coil coiling,helical,spiral,spiraling,whorled volvulus n abnormal twisting of the intestines (usually in the area of the ileum or sigmoid colon) resulting in intestinal obstruction vomer n thin trapezoidal bone of the skull forming the posterior and inferior parts of the nasal septum vomit n the matter ejected in vomiting puke,barf vomit n a medicine that induces nausea and vomiting emetic vomit n the reflex act of ejecting the contents of the stomach through the mouth vomiting,disgorgement,puking vomit v eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth purge,cast,sick,cat,disgorge,retch,puke,barf vomiting n the reflex act of ejecting the contents of the stomach through the mouth vomit,disgorgement,puking voodoo n a charm superstitiously believed to embody magical powers juju,hoodoo,fetish voodoo n (Haiti) followers of a religion that involves witchcraft and animistic deities voodoo n a religious cult practiced chiefly in Caribbean countries (especially Haiti); involves witchcraft and animistic deities voodoo v bewitch by or as if by a voodoo voracious adj excessively greedy and grasping rapacious,ravening voracious adj devouring or craving food in great quantities rapacious,ravening,ravenous,wolfish voracity n excessive desire to eat edacity voracity n extreme gluttony edacity vortex n the shape of something rotating rapidly whirl,swirl,convolution vortex n a powerful circular current of water (usually the result of conflicting tides) whirlpool,maelstrom vote n a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative ballot,voting,balloting vote n the opinion of a group as determined by voting vote n a legal right guaranteed by the 15th amendment to the US Constitution; guaranteed to women by the 19th amendment suffrage vote n a body of voters who have the same interests vote v express one's preference for a candidate or for a measure or resolution; cast a vote vote v express one's choice or preference by vote vote v express a choice or opinion vote v be guided by in voting voter n a citizen who has a legal right to vote elector voting n a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative vote,ballot,balloting vouch v give personal assurance; guarantee vouch v give surety or assume responsibility guarantee vouch v summon (a vouchee) into court to warrant or defend a title vouch v give supporting evidence voucher n someone who vouches for another or for the correctness of a statement voucher n a document that serves as evidence of some expenditure voucher n a negotiable certificate that can be detached and redeemed as needed coupon vouchsafe v grant in a condescending manner vouge n a kind of pike used by foot soldiers in the 14th century voussoir n wedge-shaped stone building block used in constructing an arch or vault vow n a solemn pledge (to oneself or to another or to a deity) to do something or to behave in a certain manner vow v make a vow; promise vow v dedicate to a deity by a vow consecrate vowel n a speech sound made with the vocal tract open consonant vowel n a letter of the alphabet standing for a spoken vowel voyage n an act of traveling by water voyage n a journey to some distant place voyage v travel on water propelled by wind or by other means sail,navigate voyager n a traveler to a distant land (especially one who travels by sea) voyeur n a viewer who enjoys seeing the sex acts or sex organs of others peeper voyeurism n a perversion in which a person receives sexual gratification from seeing the genitalia of others or witnessing others' sexual behavior vroom n the roaring sound made by a motor that is running at high speed vroom v make a loud, roaring sound, as of a car engine, while moving vulcan n (Roman mythology) god of fire and metal working; counterpart of Greek Hephaestus vulgar adj lacking refinement or cultivation or taste coarse,common,uncouth vulgar adj of or associated with the great masses of people common,plebeian,unwashed vulgar adj being or characteristic of or appropriate to everyday language common,vernacular vulgar adj conspicuously and tastelessly indecent crude,earthy,gross vulgarian n a vulgar person (especially someone who makes a vulgar display of wealth) vulgarity n the quality of lacking taste and refinement raunch vulgarization n the act of rendering something coarse and unrefined vulgarization n the act of making something attractive to the general public popularization vulgate n the Latin edition of the Bible translated from Hebrew and Greek mainly by St. Jerome at the end of the 4th century; as revised in 1592 it wa vulnerability n the state of being vulnerable or exposed exposure vulnerability n susceptibility to injury or attack invulnerability vulnerable adj susceptible to attack invulnerable vulnerable adj susceptible to criticism or persuasion or temptation vulnerable adj capable of being wounded or hurt vulture n any of various large diurnal birds of prey having naked heads and weak claws and feeding chiefly on carrion vulture n someone who attacks in search of booty marauder,predator,piranha vulva n external parts of the female genitalia vulvar adj of or relating to the vulva w n a heavy grey-white metallic element; the pure form is used mainly in electrical applications; it is found in several ores including wolframi tungsten,wolfram w n the cardinal compass point that is a 270 degrees west,westward w n a unit of power equal to 1 joule per second; the power dissipated by a current of 1 ampere flowing across a resistance of 1 ohm watt w n the 23rd letter of the Roman alphabet wa n a state in northwestern United States on the Pacific washington wabash n a tributary of the Ohio River that rises in western Ohio and flows southwestward across Indiana wacko n a person who is regarded as eccentric or mad nutter,whacko wacky adj ludicrous, foolish goofy,silly,zany wacky adj informal or slang terms for mentally irregular balmy,barmy,bats,batty,bonkers,buggy,cracked,crackers waco n a city in east central Texas wad n a small mass of soft material wad n (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent batch,deal,flock,heap,lot,mass,mess,mickle wad n a wad of something chewable as tobacco chew,chaw,cud,quid,plug wad v compress into a wad pack,bundle,compact wad v crowd or pack to capacity jam,ram,cram wadding n any material used especially to protect something packing waddle n walking with short steps and the weight tilting from one foot to the other waddle v walk unsteadily toddle,totter,dodder,paddle wade n English tennis player who won many women's singles titles (born in 1945) wade v walk (through relatively shallow water) wader n any of many long-legged birds that wade in water in search of food waders n waterproof hip boots (sometimes extending to the chest) worn by anglers wadi n gully or streambed in northern Africa and the Middle East that remains dry except during rainy season wading n walking with your feet in shallow water wads n a large number or amount tons,dozens,heaps,lots,piles,scores,stacks,loads wafer n a small adhesive disk of paste; used to seal letters wafer n a small thin crisp cake or cookie wafer n thin disk of unleavened bread used in a religious service (especially in the celebration of the Eucharist) waffle n pancake batter baked in a waffle iron waffle v pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness hesitate,waver waft n a long flag; often tapering pennant,pennon,streamer waft v be driven or carried along, as by the air waft v blow gently wafture n the act of signaling by a movement of the hand wave,waving wag n a witty amusing person who makes jokes wit,card wag n causing to move repeatedly from side to side shake wag v move from side to side wage n something that remunerates pay,earnings,remuneration,salary wage v carry on (wars, battles, or campaigns) engage wager n the act of gambling bet wager n the money risked on a gamble stake,stakes,bet wager v stake on the outcome of an issue bet,play wager v maintain with or as if with a bet bet wages n a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing reward,payoff wagner n Austrian architect and pioneer of modern architecture (1841-1918) wagner n German composer of operas and inventor of the musical drama in which drama and spectacle and music are fused (1813-1883) wagner n the music of Wagner wagnerian n a follower of the theories or an admirer of the music of Richard Wagner wagnerian adj of or relating to Richard Wagner or his music wagon n any of various kinds of wheeled vehicles drawn by an animal or a tractor wagon n van used by police to transport prisoners wagon n a group of seven bright stars in the constellation Ursa Major dipper,plough,wain wagon n a child's four-wheeled toy cart sometimes used for coasting wagoner n the driver of a wagon wahoo n upright deciduous plant with crimson pods and seeds; the eastern United States from New York to Florida and Texas wahoo n deciduous shrub having purple capsules enclosing scarlet seeds wahoo n large fast-moving predacious food and game fish; found worldwide waif n a homeless child especially one forsaken or orphaned waikiki n a well-known beach and resort area on Oahu Island to the southeast of Honolulu wail n a cry of sorrow and grief lament wail v emit long loud cries howl,roar,yawl wail v cry weakly or softly whimper,pule wailer n a mourner who utters long loud high-pitched cries wailing n loud cries made while weeping wailing adj vocally expressing grief or sorrow or resembling such expression lamenting wain n English writer (1925-1994) wain n a group of seven bright stars in the constellation Ursa Major dipper,plough,wagon wain n large open farm wagon wainscot n panel forming the lower part of an interior wall when it is finished differently from the rest of the wall dado wainscot n wooden panels that can be used to line the walls of a room wainscotting wainscotting n a wainscoted wall (or wainscoted walls collectively) wainscotting n wooden panels that can be used to line the walls of a room wainscot wainwright n a wagon maker waist n the narrowing of the body between the ribs and hips waistline waist n the narrow part of the shoe connecting the heel and the wide part of the sole shank waistband n a band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers girdle,cincture,sash waistline n the narrowing of the body between the ribs and hips waist wait n time during which some action is awaited delay,hold,postponement wait n the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something) waiting wait v stay in one place and anticipate or expect something wait v wait before acting wait v look forward to the probable occurrence of expect,look,await wait v serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant waitress waiter n a person whose occupation is to serve at table (as in a restaurant) server waiter n a person who waits or awaits waiting n the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something) wait waiting adj being and remaining ready and available for use waitress n a woman waiter waitress v serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant wait waive v do without or cease to hold or adhere to relinquish,forgo,forego waive v lose (s.th.) or lose the right to (s.th.) by some error, offense, or crime forfeit,forgo,forego waiver n a formal written statement of relinquishment release,discharge wake n the consequences of an event (especially a catastrophic event) aftermath,backwash wake n an island in the western Pacific between Guam and Hawaii wake n the wave that spreads behind a boat as it moves forward backwash wake n a vigil held over a corpse the night before burial viewing wake v be awake, be alert, be there sleep wake v stop sleeping awake,arouse,awaken,waken wake v arouse or excite feelings and passions inflame,ignite,heat wake v make aware of wakeful adj carefully observant or attentive; on the lookout for possible danger vigilant wakeful adj (of sleep) easily disturbed light wakeful adj marked by full consciousness or alertness waking waken v cause to become awake or conscious awaken,wake,rouse,arouse waken v stop sleeping awake,arouse,awaken,wake waking n the state of remaining awake sleeping waking adj marked by full consciousness or alertness wakeful wale n a raised mark on the skin (as produced by the blow of a whip); characteristic of many allergic reactions welt,weal,wheal wale n thick plank forming a ridge along the side of a wooden ship strake wales n one of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; during Roman times the region was known as walk n the act of traveling by foot walking walk n (baseball) an advance to first base by a batter who receives four balls pass walk n manner of walking walk n the act of walking somewhere walk v use one's feet to advance; advance by steps ride walk v accompany or escort walk v obtain a base on balls walk v traverse or cover by walking walker n New Zealand runner who in 1975 became the first person to run a mile in less that 3 minutes and 50 seconds (born in 1952) walker n United States writer (born in 1944) walker n a person who travels by foot pedestrian,footer walker n a shoe designed for comfortable walking walking n the act of traveling by foot walk walking adj close enough to be walked to walkman n (trademark) a pocket-sized stereo system with light weight earphones walkout n a strike in which the workers walk out walkout n the act of walking out (of a meeting or organization) as a sign of protest walkway n a path set aside for walking walk wall n an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another stru wall n anything that suggests a wall in structure or function or effect wall n (anatomy) a layer (a lining or membrane) that encloses a structure wall n a difficult or awkward situation wall v surround with a wall in order to fortify palisade,fence,surround wallaby n any of various small or medium-sized kangaroos; often brightly colored wallace n Scottish insurgent who led the resistance to Edward I; in 1297 he gained control of Scotland briefly until Edward invaded Scotland again and wallace n English writer noted for his crime novels (1875-1932) wallace n English naturalist who formulated a concept of evolution that resembled Charles Darwin's (1823-1913) wallah n usually in combination: person in charge of or employed at a particular thing wallboard n a wide flat board used to cover walls or partitions; made from plaster or wood pulp or other materials and used primarily to form the interi drywall waller n United States jazz musician (1904-1943) wallet n a pocket-size case for holding papers and paper money billfold,pocketbook walleye n strabismus in which one or both eyes are directed outward walleye n pike-like freshwater perches dory walleyed adj having divergent strabismus wallflower n any of numerous plants of the genus Erysimum having fragrant yellow or orange or brownish flowers wallflower n perennial of southern Europe having clusters of fragrant flowers of all colors especially yellow and orange; often naturalized on old walls wallflower n remains on sidelines at social event wallop n a forceful consequence; a strong effect impact wallop n a severe blow wallop v hit hard whack,wham,whop wallop v defeat soundly and utterly walloping n a sound defeat thrashing,debacle,drubbing,slaughter,trouncing,whipping walloping adj (used informally) very large humongous,banging,thumping,whopping wallow n a puddle where animals go to wallow wallow n an indolent or clumsy rolling about wallow v devote oneself entirely to something; indulge in to an immoderate degree, usually with pleasure wallow v roll around welter wallow v rise up as if in waves billow wallow v be ecstatic with joy rejoice,triumph wallpaper n a decorative paper for the walls of rooms wallpaper v cover with wallpaper paper wally n a silly and inept person; someone who is regarded as stupid walnut n nut of any of various walnut trees having a wrinkled two-lobed seed with a hard shell walnut n hard dark-brown wood of any of various walnut trees; used especially for furniture and paneling walnut n any of various trees of the genus Juglans walpole n English writer and historian; son of Sir Robert Walpole (1717-1797) walpole n Englishman and Whig statesman who (under George I) was effectively the first British prime minister (1676-1745) walrus n either of two large northern marine mammals having ivory tusks and tough hide over thick blubber walter n German conductor (1876-1962) walton n English composer (1902-1983) walton n English writer remember for his treatise on fishing (1593-1683) walton n Irish physicist who (with Sir John Cockcroft in 1931) first split an atom (1903-1995) waltz n an assured victory (especially in an election) waltz n music composed in triple time for waltzing waltz n a ballroom dance in triple time with a strong accent on the first beat valse waltz v dance a waltz waltzer n a dancer who waltzes wamble v move unsteadily or with a weaving or rolling motion wampum n informal terms for money boodle,bread,cabbage,clams,dinero,dough,kale,lettuce wampum n small cylindrical beads made from polished shells and fashioned into strings or belts; used by certain Native American peoples as jewelry or wan n a computer network that spans a wider area than does a local area network wan v become pale and sickly wan adj (of light) lacking in intensity or brightness; dim or feeble pale,pallid,sick wan adj abnormally deficient in color as suggesting physical or emotional distress pale,pallid wan adj lacking vitality as from weariness or illness or unhappiness wand n a rod used by a magician or water diviner wand n a thin supple twig or rod wand n a ceremonial or emblematic staff sceptre,verge wand n a thin tapered rod used by a conductor to lead an orchestra or choir baton wander v move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment roll,swan,stray,tramp,roam,cast,ramble,rove wander v be sexually unfaithful to one's partner in marriage cheat,cuckold,betray wander v go via an indirect route or at no set pace wander v to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course weave,wind,thread,meander wanderer n someone who leads a wandering unsettled life rover wanderer n a computer program that prowls the internet looking for publicly accessible resources that can be added to a database; the database can then spider wandering n travelling about without any clear destination roving wandering adj migratory mobile,nomadic,peregrine,roving wandering adj of a path e.g. meandering,rambling,winding wandering adj having no fixed course erratic,planetary wanderlust n very strong or irresistible impulse to travel wane n a gradual decline (in size or strength or power or number) ebb,ebbing wane v grow smaller decline wane v become smaller wax wane v decrease in phase wax wangle n an instance of accomplishing something by scheming or trickery wangle v achieve something by means of trickery or devious methods finagle,manage wangle v tamper, with the purpose of deception fudge,manipulate,fake,falsify,cook,misrepresent wangler n a deceiver who uses crafty misleading methods finagler waning n a gradual decrease in magnitude or extent waxing waning adj (of the Moon) pertaining to the period during which the visible surface of the moon decreases waxing wank n slang for masturbation wank v get sexual gratification through self-stimulation masturbate wanker n terms of abuse for a masturbator wannabe n an ambitious and aspiring young person aspirant,hopeful want n a state of extreme poverty privation,deprivation want n the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable lack,deficiency want n anything that is necessary but lacking need want n a specific feeling of desire wish,wishing want v feel or have a desire for; want strongly desire want v have need of need,require want v hunt or look for; want for a particular reason want v wish or demand the presence of wanted adj desired or wished for or sought unwanted wanted adj characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for cherished,precious,treasured wanting adj nonexistent lacking,absent,missing wanting adj inadequate in amount or degree deficient,lacking wanton n lewd or lascivious woman wanton v waste time; spend one's time idly or inefficiently piddle,trifle wanton v indulge in a carefree or voluptuous way of life wanton v spend wastefully wanton v become extravagant; indulge (oneself) luxuriously wanton adj occurring without motivation or provocation unprovoked wanton adj casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior easy,light,loose,promiscuous,sluttish wantonly adv in a wanton manner wantonly adv in a licentious and promiscuous manner wantonness n the trait of lacking restraint or control; reckless freedom from inhibition or worry abandon wantonness n the quality of being lewd and lascivious wapiti n large North American deer with large much-branched antlers in the male elk wapiti n common deer of temperate Europe and Asia elk war n the waging of armed conflict against an enemy warfare war n a legal state created by a declaration of war and ended by official declaration during which the international rules of war apply peace war n an active struggle between competing entities warfare war n a concerted campaign to end something that is injurious war v make or wage war warble n a lumpy abscess under the hide of domestic mammals caused by larvae of a botfly or warble fly warble v sing or play with trills, alternating with the half note above or below trill,quaver warble v sing by changing register; sing by yodeling yodel warbler n a singer; usually a singer who adds embellishments to the song warbler n a small active songbird ward n a person who is under the protection or in the custody of another ward n a district into which a city or town is divided for the purpose of administration and elections ward n block forming a division of a hospital (or a suite of rooms) shared by patients who need a similar kind of care ward n English economist and conservationist (1914-1981) ward v watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect guard warden n the chief official in charge of a prison warder n a person who works in a prison and is in charge of prisoners wardress n a woman warder wardrobe n a tall piece of furniture that provides storage space for clothes; has a door and rails or hooks for hanging clothes closet,press wardrobe n collection of clothing belonging to one person wardrobe n collection of costumes belonging to a theatrical company ware n articles of the same kind or material; usually used in combination: `silverware', `software' ware n commodities offered for sale merchandise,product ware v spend extravagantly consume,squander,waste warehouse n a storehouse for goods and merchandise warehouse v store in a warehouse warehousing n depositing in a warehouse reposition,storage warfare n the waging of armed conflict against an enemy war warfare n an active struggle between competing entities war warhead n the front part of a guided missile or rocket or torpedo that carries the nuclear or explosive charge or the chemical or biological agents payload,load warhol n United States artist who was a leader of the Pop Art movement (1930-1987) warily adv in a wary manner wariness n the trait of being cautious and watchful warlike adj disposed to warfare or hard-line policies militant,hawkish warlike adj suggesting war or military life martial warlock n a male witch or demon warlord n supreme military leader exercising civil power in a region especially one accountable to nobody when the central government is weak warm v get warm or warmer warm v make warm or warmer warm adj having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat cool warm adj psychologically warm; friendly and responsive cool warm adj inducing the impression of warmth; used especially of reds and oranges and yellows when referring to color cool warm adj freshly made or left strong warm adv in a warm manner warmly warmed adj having been warmed up warmer n device that heats water or supplies warmth to a room heater warming n the process of becoming warmer; a rising temperature heating warming n warm weather following a freeze; snow and ice melt thaw,thawing warming adj imparting heat warming adj producing the sensation of heat when applied to the body warmly adv in a hearty manner heartily,cordially warmly adv in a warm manner warm warmonger n a person who advocates war or warlike policies warmongering n a policy of advocating war warmth n the sensation caused by heat energy heat warmth n a warmhearted feeling warmth n the quality of having a moderate degree of heat warmth n the trait of being intensely emotional heat,passion warn v notify of danger, potential harm, or risk warn v advise or counsel in terms of someone's behavior discourage,admonish,monish warn v ask to go away warn v notify, usually in advance warner n United States filmmaker who with his brothers founded the movie studio that produced the first talking picture (1881-1958) warner n someone who gives a warning to others warning n a message informing of danger warning n cautionary advice about something imminent (especially imminent danger or other unpleasantness) admonition warning n notification of something, usually in advance warning adj serving to warn admonitory,cautionary,exemplary warp n a twist or aberration; especially a perverse or abnormal way of judging or acting deflection warp n a shape distorted by twisting or folding buckle warp n a moral or mental distortion warping warp n yarn arranged lengthways on a loom and crossed by the woof warp v make false by mutilation or addition; as of a message or story falsify,distort,garble warp v bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat heave,buckle warpath n hostile or belligerent mood warpath n a course leading to warfare or battle warped adj used especially of timbers or boards; bent out of shape usually by moisture warping n a moral or mental distortion warp warplane n an aircraft designed and used for combat warrant n a writ from a court commanding police to perform specified acts warrant n a type of security issued by a corporation (usually together with a bond or preferred stock) that gives the holder the right to purchase a c warrant n formal and explicit approval sanction,countenance,endorsement,imprimatur warrant n a written assurance that some product or service will be provided or will meet certain specifications guarantee,warranty warrant v provide adequate grounds to justify (a certain course of action) warrant v stand behind and guarantee the quality, accuracy, or condition of guarantee warranty n a written assurance that some product or service will be provided or will meet certain specifications guarantee,warrant warren n United States writer and poet (1905-1989) warren n United States jurist who served as chief justice of the United States Supreme Court (1891-1974) warren n a series of connected underground tunnels occupied by rabbits warren n an overcrowded residential area warrener n maintains a rabbit warren warring adj engaged in war belligerent,militant warrior n someone engaged in or experienced in warfare warsaw n the capital and largest city of Poland; located in central Poland warship n a government ship that is available for waging war wart n any small rounded protuberance (as on certain plants or animals) wart n an imperfection in someone or something that is suggestive of a wart (especially in smallness or unattractiveness) wart n (pathology) a firm abnormal elevated blemish on the skin; caused by a virus warthog n African wild swine with warty protuberances on the face and large protruding tusks wartime n a period of time during which there is armed conflict warwick n English statesman; during the War of the Roses he fought first for the house of York and secured the throne for Edward IV and then changed s kingmaker wary adj marked by keen caution and watchful prudence unwary wary adj openly distrustful and unwilling to confide leery,mistrustful,suspicious wasabi n a Japanese plant of the family Cruciferae with a thick green root wasabi n the thick green root of the wasabi plant that the Japanese use in cooking and that tastes like strong horseradish; in powder or paste form i wash n a thin coat of water-base paint wash n the work of cleansing (usually with soap and water) washing wash n the dry bed of an intermittent stream (as at the bottom of a canyon) wash n the erosive process of washing away soil or gravel by water (as from a roadway) washout wash v clean with some chemical process rinse wash v cleanse (one's body) with soap and water lave wash v cleanse with a cleaning agent, such as soap, and water launder wash v move by or as if by water washable adj capable of being washed without injury washbasin n a bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face basin,lavatory washbasin n a basin for washing the hands (`wash-hand basin' is a British expression) washboard n device consisting of a corrugated surface to scrub clothes on washboard n protective covering consisting of a broad plank along a gunwale to keep water from splashing over the side washcloth n bath linen consisting of a piece of cloth used to wash the face and body flannel washed adj clean by virtue of having been washed in water washed adj wet as from washing; sometimes used in combination washer n someone who washes things for a living washer n seal consisting of a flat disk placed to prevent leakage washer n a home appliance for washing clothes and linens automatically washing n the work of cleansing (usually with soap and water) wash washing n garments or white goods that can be cleaned by laundering laundry,wash washington n the capital of the United States in the District of Columbia and a tourist mecca; George Washington commissioned Charles L'Enfant to lay out washington n a state in northwestern United States on the Pacific wa washington n the federal government of the United States capital washington n 1st President of the United States; commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution (1732-1799) washingtonian n a native or resident of the city of Washington washingtonian n a native or resident of the state of Washington washingtonian adj of or relating to or in the manner of George Washington washingtonian adj of or relating to the people who run the federal government washingtonian adj of or relating to the capital of the United States washingtonian adj of or relating to or in the state of Washington washout n the channel or break produced by erosion of relatively soft soil by water washout n the erosive process of washing away soil or gravel by water (as from a roadway) wash washout n someone who is unsuccessful flop,dud washroom n a lavatory (particularly a lavatory in a public place) washtub n a tub in which clothes or linens can be washed washy adj overly diluted; thin and insipid watery,weak washy adj having lost freshness or brilliance of color bleached,faded wasp n a white person of Anglo-Saxon ancestry who belongs to a Protestant denomination wasp n social or solitary hymenopterans typically having a slender body with the abdomen attached by a narrow stalk and having a formidable sting waspish adj very irritable prickly wassail n a punch made of sweetened ale or wine heated with spices and roasted apples; especially at Christmas wassail v celebrate noisily, often indulging in drinking; engage in uproarious festivities revel,racket wassail v propose a toast to toast,drink,pledge,salute waste n any materials unused and rejected as worthless or unwanted waste n useless or profitless activity; using or expending or consuming thoughtlessly or carelessly wastefulness,dissipation waste n the trait of wasting resources wastefulness waste n an uninhabited wilderness that is worthless for cultivation barren,wasteland waste v spend thoughtlessly; throw away blow,squander conserve waste v use inefficiently or inappropriately waste v get rid of waste v run off as waste waste adj located in a dismal or remote area; desolate godforsaken,wild wastebasket n a container with an open top; for discarded paper and other rubbish wasted adj serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being otiose,pointless,purposeless,senseless,superfluous wasted adj not used to good advantage squandered wasted adj (of an organ or body part) diminished in size or strength as a result of disease or injury or lack of use atrophied,diminished wasted adj very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold emaciated,gaunt,haggard,pinched,skeletal wasteful adj inefficient in use of time and effort and materials uneconomical wasteful adj tending to squander and waste thrifty wasteful adj laying waste wastefully adv to a wasteful manner or to a wasteful degree wastefulness n the trait of wasting resources waste wastefulness n useless or profitless activity; using or expending or consuming thoughtlessly or carelessly waste,dissipation wasteland n an uninhabited wilderness that is worthless for cultivation barren,waste waster n someone who dissipates resources self-indulgently wastrel waster n a person who destroys or ruins or lays waste to destroyer wasting n any general reduction in vitality and strength of body and mind resulting from a debilitating chronic disease wasting n a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse atrophy wastrel n someone who dissipates resources self-indulgently waster watch n a small portable timepiece ticker watch n a period of time (4 or 2 hours) during which some of a ship's crew are on duty watch n a purposeful surveillance to guard or observe vigil watch n the period during which someone (especially a guard) is on duty watch v look attentively watch v follow with the eyes or the mind observe,follow watch v see or watch view,see,catch watch v observe with attention watchdog n a guardian or defender against theft or illegal practices or waste watchdog n a dog trained to guard property watcher n a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind) spectator,witness,viewer,looker watcher n a guard who keeps watch watchman watcher n a person who keeps a devotional vigil by a sick bed or by a dead body watchful adj engaged in or accustomed to close observation alert watchful adj experiencing or accompanied by sleeplessness insomniac,sleepless watching n the act of observing; taking a patient look observation,observance watchman n a guard who keeps watch watcher watchword n a slogan used to rally support for a cause cry watchword n a secret word or phrase known only to a restricted group password,word,parole water n binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade water n the part of the earth's surface covered with water (such as a river or lake or ocean) water n once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles) water n a facility that provides a source of water water v supply with water, as with channels or ditches or streams irrigate water v provide with water water v secrete or form water, as tears or saliva water v fill with tears watercourse n natural or artificial channel through which water flows watercourse n a natural body of running water flowing on or under the earth stream watercourse n a conduit through which water flows waterway watercraft n skill in the management of boats watercraft n a craft designed for water transportation vessel watered adj (of silk fabric) having a wavelike pattern waterer n someone who waters plants or crops waterer n an assistant who supplies drinking water waterfall n a steep descent of the water of a river falls waterford n a port city in southern Ireland; famous for glass industry waterfowl n freshwater aquatic bird waterfront n the area of a city (such as a harbor or dockyard) alongside a body of water watergate n a political scandal involving abuse of power and bribery and obstruction of justice; led to the resignation of Richard Nixon in 1974 watering n shedding tears tearing watering n wetting with water waterless adj lacking sufficient water or rainfall arid waterline n a line corresponding to the surface of the water when the vessel is afloat on an even keel; often painted on the hull of a ship waterlogged adj (of soil) soft and watery marshy,mucky,muddy,sloppy,soggy,squashy,swampy waterloo n a town in central Belgium where in 1815 Napoleon met his final defeat waterloo n a final crushing defeat waterloo n the battle on 18 June 1815 in which Prussian and British forces under Blucher and the Duke of Wellington routed the French forces under Napo waterman n someone who drives or rides in a boat boatman,boater watermark n a line marking the level reached by a body of water watermark n a distinguishing mark impressed on paper during manufacture; visible when paper is held up to the light watermelon n an African melon watermelon n large oblong or roundish melon with a hard green rind and sweet watery red or occasionally yellowish pulp waterproof n any fabric impervious to water waterproof n a water-resistant coat raincoat waterproof v make watertight waterproof adj not permitting the passage of water rainproof waterproofing n the act of treating something to make it repel water sealing waterproofing n a coating capable of making a surface waterproof waters n United States actress and singer (1896-1977) waters n the serous fluid in which the embryo is suspended inside the amnion watershed n a ridge of land that separates two adjacent river systems divide watershed n the entire geographical area drained by a river and its tributaries; an area characterized by all runoff being conveyed to the same outlet basin watershed n an event marking a unique or important historical change of course or one on which important developments depend landmark watertight adj not allowing water to pass in or out watertight adj without flaws or loopholes unassailable,unshakable,bulletproof waterway n a navigable body of water waterway n a conduit through which water flows watercourse waterworks n a public utility that provides water waterworks n workplace where water is stored and purified and distributed for a community watery adj filled with water watery adj wet with secreted or exuded moisture such as sweat or tears reeking watery adj relating to or resembling or consisting of water watery adj overly diluted; thin and insipid washy,weak watson n United States telephone engineer who assisted Alexander Graham Bell in his experiments (1854-1934) watson n United States psychologist considered the founder of behavioristic psychology (1878-1958) watson n United States geneticist who (with Crick in 1953) helped discover the helical structure of DNA (born in 1928) watt n a unit of power equal to 1 joule per second; the power dissipated by a current of 1 ampere flowing across a resistance of 1 ohm w watt n Scottish engineer and inventor whose improvements in the steam engine led to its wide use in industry (1736-1819) wattage n the product of voltage and current wattle n a fleshy wrinkled and often brightly colored fold of skin hanging from the neck or throat of certain birds (chickens and turkeys) or lizards wattle n framework consisting of stakes interwoven with branches to form a fence wattle n any of various Australasian trees yielding slender poles suitable for wattle wattle v build of or with wattle wattle v interlace to form wattle watts n English poet and theologian (1674-1748) waugh n English author of satirical novels (1903-1966) waul v make high-pitched, whiney noises squall wave n one of a series of ridges that moves across the surface of a liquid (especially across a large body of water) wave n a movement like that of a sudden occurrence or increase in a specified phenomenon wave n (physics) a movement up and down or back and forth wave n something that rises rapidly wave v signal with the hands or nod beckon wave v move or swing back and forth brandish,flourish wave v move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion roll,undulate,flap wave v twist or roll into coils or ringlets curl wavelength n the distance (measured in the direction of propagation) between two points in the same phase in consecutive cycles of a wave wavelength n a shared orientation leading to mutual understanding waver n someone who communicates by waving waver n the act of pausing uncertainly hesitation,falter,faltering waver n the act of moving back and forth flutter,flicker waver v pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness hesitate,waffle waver v be unsure or weak falter waver v move hesitatingly, as if about to give way falter waver v move or sway in a rising and falling or wavelike pattern fluctuate,vacillate wavering n indecision in speech or action hesitation,vacillation wavering n the quality of being unsteady and subject to changes fluctuation wavering adj uncertain in purpose or action vacillating waving n the act of signaling by a movement of the hand wave,wafture wavy adj (of hair) having waves wavy adj uneven by virtue of having wrinkles or waves rippled waw n the 6th letter of the Hebrew alphabet wax n any of various substances of either mineral origin or plant or animal origin; they are solid at normal temperatures and insoluble in water wax v cover with wax wax v go up or advance mount,climb,rise wane wax v increase in phase full wane waxed adj treated with wax waxen adj made of or covered with wax waxy waxen adj having the paleness of wax waxy waxing n the application of wax to a surface waxing n a gradual increase in magnitude or extent waning waxing adj (of the moon) pertaining to the period during which the visible surface of the moon increases waning waxwing n brown velvety-plumaged songbirds of the northern hemisphere having crested heads and red waxy wing tips waxy adj made of or covered with wax waxen waxy adj easily impressed or influenced impressionable waxy adj capable of being bent or flexed or twisted without breaking bendable,pliable,pliant waxy adj having the paleness of wax waxen way n how something is done or how it happens manner,mode,style,fashion way n thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end means,agency way n a line leading to a place or point direction way n the condition of things generally way adv to a great degree or by a great distance; very much (`right smart' is regional in the United States) waybill n a receipt given by the carrier to the shipper acknowledging receipt of the goods being shipped and specifying the terms of delivery waylay v wait in hiding to attack ambush,scupper,bushwhack,lurk wayne n United States film actor who played tough heroes (1907-1979) wayne n American general during the American Revolution (1745-1796) ways n structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired wayside n edge of a way or road or path roadside wayward adj resistant to guidance or discipline contrary,obstinate,perverse weak adj wanting in physical strength strong weak adj overly diluted; thin and insipid watery,washy weak adj (used of vowels or syllables) pronounced with little or no stress light weak adj wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings fallible,frail,imperfect weaken v lessen the strength of strengthen weaken v become weaker strengthen weaken v destroy property or hinder normal operations sabotage,undermine,counteract,subvert weaken v reduce the level or intensity or size or scope of weakened adj impaired by diminution diminished,lessened weakened adj made weak or weaker weakened adj reduced in strength attenuate,attenuated,faded weakened adj mixed with water cut,thinned weakening n becoming weaker strengthening weakening n the act of reducing the strength of something strengthening weakening adj causing debilitation weakening adj moderating by making pain or sorrow weaker weakling n a person who is physically weak and ineffectual doormat,wuss weakly adj lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality decrepit,feeble,infirm,rickety,sapless,weak weakly adv in a weak or feeble manner or to a minor degree strongly weakness n a flaw or weak point failing weakness n powerlessness revealed by an inability to act helplessness weakness n the property of lacking physical or mental strength; liability to failure under pressure or stress or strain strength weakness n the condition of being financially weak strength weal n a raised mark on the skin (as produced by the blow of a whip); characteristic of many allergic reactions wale,welt,wheal weald n an area of open or forested country wealth n the state of being rich and affluent; having a plentiful supply of material goods and money poverty wealth n the quality of profuse abundance wealth n an abundance of material possessions and resources riches wealth n property that has economic utility: a monetary value or an exchange value wealthy adj having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value affluent,flush,loaded,moneyed,substantial wean v gradually deprive (infants and young mammals) of mother's milk wean v detach the affections of weaned adj freed of dependence on something especially (for mammals) mother's milk weaning n the act of substituting other food for the mother's milk in the diet of a child or young mammal weapon n any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting arm weapon n a means of persuading or arguing artillery weaponry n weapons considered collectively arms,munition wear n impairment resulting from long use wear n a covering designed to be worn on a person's body clothing,vesture,wearable wear n the act of having on your person as a covering or adornment wearing wear v be dressed in wear v have on one's person bear wear v have in one's aspect; wear an expression of one's attitude or personality wear v deteriorate through use or stress wearable n a covering designed to be worn on a person's body clothing,vesture,wear wearable adj suitable for wear or able to be worn wearer n a person who wears or carries or displays something as a body covering or accessory wearied adj exhausted jaded wearily adv in a weary manner weariness n temporary loss of strength and energy resulting from hard physical or mental work fatigue,tiredness wearing n (geology) the mechanical process of wearing or grinding something down (as by particles washing over it) erosion,eroding wearing n the act of having on your person as a covering or adornment wear wearing adj producing exhaustion exhausting,tiring,wearying wearisome adj so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness boring,deadening,dull,irksome,slow,tedious,tiresome weary v exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress tire,wear,jade,fatigue weary v lose interest or become bored with something or somebody tire,pall,fatigue,jade weary adj physically and mentally fatigued wearying adj producing exhaustion exhausting,tiring,wearing weasel n a person who is regarded as treacherous or sneaky weasel n small carnivorous mammal with short legs and elongated body and neck weather n the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation conditions weather v face and withstand with courage endure,brave weather v cause to slope weather v sail to the windward of weather v change under the action or influence of the weather weather adj towards the side exposed to wind weathered adj worn by exposure to the weather weatherly adj (of a sailing vessel) making very little leeway when close-hauled weatherman n predicts the weather weatherproof v make resistant to bad weather weatherproof adj able to withstand exposure to weather without damage weave n pattern of weaving or structure of a fabric weave v interlace by or as if by weaving interweave weave v create a piece of cloth by interlacing strands of fabric, such as wool or cotton tissue weave v sway from side to side waver weave v to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course wind,thread,meander,wander weaver n a craftsman who weaves cloth weaver n finch-like African and Asian colonial birds noted for their elaborately woven nests weaving n creating fabric web n an intricate network suggesting something that was formed by weaving or interweaving web n an intricate trap that entangles or ensnares its victim entanglement web n the flattened weblike part of a feather consisting of a series of barbs on either side of the shaft vane web n an interconnected system of things or people network web v construct or form a web, as if by weaving net webb n English writer and a central member of the Fabian Society (1858-1943) webb n English sociologist and economist and a central member of the Fabian Society (1859-1947) webbed adj (of the feet of some animals) having the digits connected by a thin fold of skin webbed adj having open interstices or resembling a web lacy,netlike,netted webbing n something forming a web (as between the toes of birds) webbing n a narrow closely woven tape; used in upholstery or for seat belts webbing n a strong fabric woven in strips webcam n a digital camera designed to take digital photographs and transmit them over the internet weber n a unit of magnetic flux equal to 100,000,000 maxwells weber n German physicist and brother of E. H. Weber; noted for his studies of terrestrial magnetism (1804-1891) weber n United States abstract painter (born in Russia) (1881-1961) weber n German sociologist and pioneer of the analytic method in sociology (1864-1920) website n a computer connected to the internet that maintains a series of web pages on the World Wide Web site webster n English playwright (1580-1625) webster n United States politician and orator (1782-1817) webster n United States lexicographer (1758-1843) wed n the fourth day of the week; the third working day wednesday,midweek wed v take in marriage marry,conjoin,espouse wed v perform a marriage ceremony marry,tie,splice wed adj having been taken in marriage wedded wedded adj having been taken in marriage wed wedding n the social event at which the ceremony of marriage is performed nuptials wedding n the act of marrying; the nuptial ceremony marriage wedding n a party of people at a wedding wedge n any shape that is triangular in cross section wedge n a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condimen bomber,grinder,hero,hoagie,sub,submarine,torpedo wedge n a diacritical mark (an inverted circumflex) placed above certain letters (such as the letter c) to indicate pronunciation wedge n a heel that is an extension of the sole of the shoe wedge v put, fix, force, or implant lodge,stick,deposit wedge v squeeze like a wedge into a tight space squeeze,force wedged adj wedged or packed in together impacted wedgwood n English potter (1730-1795) wedgwood n a type of pottery made by Josiah Wedgwood and his successors; typically has a classical decoration in white on a blue background wedlock n the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce) marriage,matrimony,union wednesday n the fourth day of the week; the third working day midweek,wed wee n a short time wee v eliminate urine make,urinate,piddle,puddle,piss,pee wee adj (used informally) very small bitty,bittie,teensy,teeny,weeny wee adj very early weed n any plant that crowds out cultivated plants weed n a black band worn by a man (on the arm or hat) as a sign of mourning weed n street names for marijuana pot,grass,dope,gage,sens,smoke,skunk weed v clear of weeds weedless adj free from weeds weedy weeds n a black garment (dress) worn by a widow as a sign of mourning weedy adj abounding with or resembling weeds weedless weedy adj being very thin scraggly,boney,bony,scrawny,skinny,underweight week n any period of seven consecutive days week n hours or days of work in a calendar week week n a period of seven consecutive days starting on Sunday weekday n any day except Sunday (and sometimes except Saturday) weekend n a time period usually extending from Friday night through Sunday; more loosely defined as any period of successive days including one and on weekend v spend the weekend weekender n someone who vacations on a weekend weekender n a small suitcase to carry clothing and accessories for a weekend trip weekly n a periodical that is published every week (or 52 issues per year) weekly adj of or occurring every seven days weekly adv without missing a week weeny adj (used informally) very small bitty,bittie,teensy,teeny,wee weep v shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain cry weeper n a person who weeps crier weeper n a hired mourner weeping n the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds) crying,tears weeping adj showing sorrow dolorous,lachrymose,tearful weeping adj having branches or flower heads that bend downward drooping,nodding,pendulous weepy adj liable to weep easily weevil n any of several families of mostly small beetles that feed on plants and plant products; especially snout beetles and seed beetles weft n the yarn woven across the warp yarn in weaving woof,filling,pick wegener n German geophysicist who proposed the theory of continental drift (1880-1930) wei n any of several imperial dynasties of China ruling from 220 to 265 and from 386 to 556 weigh v have a certain weight weigh v show consideration for; take into account consider,count weigh v determine the weight of librate weigh v have weight; have import, carry weight count,matter weighbridge n platform scale flush with a roadway for weighing vehicles and cattle etc weigher n an official who weighs and records the weight weighing n careful consideration deliberation,advisement weight n the vertical force exerted by a mass as a result of gravity weight n sports equipment used in calisthenic exercises and weightlifting; it is not attached to anything and is raised and lowered by use of the han weight n the relative importance granted to something weight n an artifact that is heavy weight v weight down with a load burden,burthen weight v present with a bias slant,angle weighted adj made heavy or weighted down with weariness leaden weighted adj adjusted to reflect value or proportion weighting n (statistics) a coefficient assigned to elements of a frequency distribution in order to represent their relative importance weight weightless adj having little or no weight or apparent gravitational pull; light weighty weightlessness n the property of being comparatively small in weight lightness weighty adj having relatively great weight; heavy weightless weighty adj powerfully persuasive cogent,telling weighty adj of great gravity or crucial import; requiring serious thought grave,grievous,heavy weighty adj weighing heavily on the spirit; causing anxiety or worry weimar n a German city near Leipzig; scene of the adoption in 1919 of the constitution of the Weimar Republic that lasted until 1933 weinberg n United States theoretical physicist (born in 1933) weir n a low dam built across a stream to raise its level or divert its flow weir n a fence or wattle built across a stream to catch or retain fish weird n fate personified; any one of the three Weird Sisters wyrd weird adj suggesting the operation of supernatural influences eldritch,uncanny,unearthly weird adj strikingly odd or unusual weirdly adv in a weird manner weirdness n strikingly out of the ordinary bizarreness weirdo n someone unpleasantly strange or eccentric creep,spook weirdo n someone deranged and possibly dangerous crazy,loony,looney weissbier n a general name for beers made from wheat by top fermentation; usually very pale and cloudy and effervescent welch v cheat by avoiding payment of a gambling debt welsh welcome n the state of being welcome welcome n a greeting or reception welcome v accept gladly welcome v bid welcome to; greet upon arrival receive welcome v receive someone, as into one's house welcome adj giving pleasure or satisfaction or received with pleasure or freely granted unwelcome welcoming adj very cordial weld n European mignonette cultivated as a source of yellow dye; naturalized in North America weld n United States abolitionist (1803-1895) weld n a metal joint formed by softening with heat and fusing or hammering together weld v join together by heating weld v unite closely or intimately welder n joins pieces of metal by welding them together welding n fastening two pieces of metal together by softening with heat and applying pressure weldment n an assembly of parts welded together welfare n governmental provision of economic assistance to persons in need welfare n something that aids or promotes well-being benefit welfare n a contented state of being happy and healthy and prosperous wellbeing,upbeat welkin n the apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected sphere,firmament,heavens well n a deep hole or shaft dug or drilled to obtain water or oil or gas or brine well n a cavity or vessel used to contain liquid well n an abundant source wellspring well n an open shaft through the floors of a building (as for a stairway) well v come up, as of a liquid swell well adj in good health especially after having suffered illness or injury ill well adj resulting favorably good well adj wise or advantageous and hence advisable well adv (often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant good ill well adv thoroughly or completely; fully; often used as a combining form well adv indicating high probability; in all likelihood easily well adv (used for emphasis or as an intensifier) entirely or fully wellbeing n a contented state of being happy and healthy and prosperous welfare,upbeat wellborn adj of good or upper-class lineage welles n United States actor and filmmaker (1915-1985) wellhead n the source of water for a well wellspring wellhead n a structure built over a well wellington n British general and statesman; he defeated Napoleon at Waterloo; subsequently served as Prime Minister (1769-1852) wellington n the capital of New Zealand wellington n (19th century) a man's high tasseled boot hessian,jackboot wellness n a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease health illness,unwellness wells n prolific English writer best known for his science-fiction novels; he also wrote on contemporary social problems and wrote popular accounts wellspring n the source of water for a well wellhead wellspring n an abundant source well welsh n a native or resident of Wales welshman,cambrian welsh n a Celtic language of Wales welsh n a breed of dual-purpose cattle developed in Wales welsh v cheat by avoiding payment of a gambling debt welch welsh adj of or relating to or characteristic of Wales or its people or their language cambrian welshman n a native or resident of Wales welsh,cambrian welt n a raised mark on the skin (as produced by the blow of a whip); characteristic of many allergic reactions wale,weal,wheal welt n a raised or strengthened seam welt v beat severely with a whip or rod flog,whip,lather,lash,slash,strap,trounce welt v put a welt on welter n a confused multitude of things clutter,jumble,muddle,fuddle,smother welter v toss, roll, or rise and fall in an uncontrolled way welter v roll around wallow welter v be immersed in welterweight n a weight of 28 pounds; sometimes imposed as a handicap in a horse race (such as a steeplechase) welterweight n an amateur boxer who weighs no more than 148 pounds welterweight n a wrestler who weighs 154-172 pounds welterweight n a professional boxer who weighs between 141 and 147 pounds wembley n a southeastern part of Greater London that is the site of the English national soccer stadium wen n a common cyst of the skin; filled with fatty matter (sebum) that is secreted by a sebaceous gland that has been blocked wench n informal terms for a (young) woman dame,doll,skirt,chick,bird wench v frequent prostitutes wend v direct one's course or way werewolf n a monster able to change appearance from human to wolf and back again wolfman wesley n English clergyman and brother of John Wesley who wrote many hymns (1707-1788) wesley n English clergyman and founder of Methodism (1703-1791) wesleyan n a follower of Wesleyanism wesleyan adj of or pertaining to or characteristic of the branch of Protestantism adhering to the views of Wesley methodist wessex n a Saxon kingdom in southwestern England that became the most powerful English kingdom by the 10th century west n the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America occident west n the cardinal compass point that is a 270 degrees westward,w west n the region of the United States lying to the west of the Mississippi River west n the direction corresponding to the westward cardinal compass point west adj situated in or facing or moving toward the west east west adv to, toward, or in the west westbound adj moving toward the west westerly,westward wester n wind that blows from west to east westerly n the winds from the west that occur in the temperate zones of the Earth westerly adj of wind; from the west western westerly adj moving toward the west westbound,westward westerly adv toward the west westerly adv from the west easterly western n a film about life in the western United States during the period of exploration and development western n a sandwich made from a western omelet western adj relating to or characteristic of the western parts of the world or the West as opposed to the eastern or oriental parts eastern western adj of or characteristic of regions of the United States west of the Mississippi River eastern western adj lying toward or situated in the west western adj of wind; from the west westerly westerner n an inhabitant of a western area; especially of the U.S. westernization n assimilation of Western culture; the social process of becoming familiar with or converting to the customs and practices of Western civiliza westernize v make western in character westernmost adj farthest to the west westinghouse n United States inventor and manufacturer (1846-1914) westminster n a borough of Greater London on the Thames; contains Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey weston n United States photographer(1886-1958) westside adj of the western part of a city westward n the cardinal compass point that is a 270 degrees west,w westward adj moving toward the west westbound,westerly westward adv toward the west westwards westwards adv toward the west westward wet n wetness caused by water moisture wet v cause to become wet dry wet v make one's bed or clothes wet by urinating wet adj covered or soaked with a liquid such as water dry wet adj containing moisture or volatile components dry wet adj supporting or permitting the legal production and sale of alcoholic beverages dry wet adj producing or secreting milk lactating dry wether n male sheep especially a castrated one wetness n the condition of containing or being covered by a liquid (especially water) dryness wetter n a chemical agent capable of reducing the surface tension of a liquid in which it is dissolved surfactant wetter n a workman who wets the work in a manufacturing process wetter n someone suffering from enuresis; someone who urinates while asleep in bed bedwetter wetting n the act of making something wet wetting n a euphemism for urination leak whack n the sound made by a sharp swift blow whack n the act of hitting vigorously knock,belt,rap,whang whack v hit hard wham,whop,wallop whacked adj (British informal) exhausted or worn out whacker n something especially big or impressive of its kind whopper whacking n the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows beating,thrashing,licking,drubbing,lacing,trouncing whacking adj (British informal) enormous whacking adv extremely whacko n a person who is regarded as eccentric or mad nutter,wacko whale n a very large person; impressive in size or qualities giant,hulk,heavyweight whale n any of the larger cetacean mammals having a streamlined body and breathing through a blowhole on the head whale v hunt for whales whaler n a seaman who works on a ship that hunts whales whaler n a ship engaged in whale fishing wham v hit hard whack,whop,wallop whammy n a serious or devastating setback whammy n an evil spell hex,jinx,curse whang n the act of hitting vigorously knock,belt,rap,whack whang v beat with force whang v propel or hit with force whang v attack forcefully wharf n a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats pier,wharfage,dock wharf v provide with a wharf wharf v store on a wharf wharf v discharge at a wharf wharf v come into or dock at a wharf moor,berth wharfage n a fee charged for the use of a wharf or quay wharfage n a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats pier,wharf,dock wharton n United States novelist (1862-1937) whatchamacallit n something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known doodad,doohickey,gimmick,gizmo,thingamabob,thingummy whatever adj one or some or every or all without specification any,whatsoever whatnot n miscellaneous curios knickknack whatsoever adj one or some or every or all without specification any,whatever wheal n a raised mark on the skin (as produced by the blow of a whip); characteristic of many allergic reactions wale,welt,weal wheat n annual or biennial grass having erect flower spikes and light brown grains wheat n grains of common wheat; sometimes cooked whole or cracked as cereal; usually ground into flour wheat n a variable yellow tint; dull yellow, often diluted with white straw wheatear n small songbird of northern America and Eurasia having a distinctive white rump wheaten adj of or relating to or derived from wheat wholemeal wheel n a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other ma wheel n a handwheel that is used for steering wheel n forces that provide energy and direction wheel n a circular helm to control the rudder of a vessel wheel v change directions as if revolving on a pivot wheel v wheel somebody or something wheel v move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle roll wheel v ride a bicycle bicycle,cycle,bike,pedal wheelbarrow n a cart for carrying small loads; has handles and one or more wheels barrow wheelbarrow v transport in a wheelbarrow wheelchair n a movable chair mounted on large wheels; for invalids or those who cannot walk; frequently propelled by the occupant wheeled adj having wheels; often used in combination wheeler n Scottish archaeologist (1890-1976) wheeler n someone who makes and repairs wooden wheels wheelwright wheeler n the man at the outermost end of the rank in wheeling wheeler n a person who rides a bicycle cyclist,bicyclist,biker wheelhouse n an enclosed compartment from which a vessel can be navigated wheeling n a city in the northern panhandle of West Virginia on the Ohio river wheeling n propelling something on wheels rolling wheelwright n someone who makes and repairs wooden wheels wheeler wheeze n breathing with a husky or whistling sound wheeze n (Briticism) a clever or amusing scheme or trick wheeze v breathe with difficulty wheezing adj relating to breathing with a whistling sound asthmatic whelk n large marine snail much used as food in Europe whelk n large carnivorous marine gastropods of coastal waters and intertidal regions having a strong snail-like shell whelk v gather whelk whelm v overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli overwhelm,overpower,overcome,overtake whelp n young of any of various canines such as a dog or wolf pup whelp v give birth to (a puppy) pup whence adv from what place, source, or cause whereabouts n the general location where something is wherefore n the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase `the whys and wherefores' why wherever adv where in the world wherewithal n the necessary means (especially financial means) wherry n sailing barge used especially in East Anglia wherry n light rowboat for use in racing or for transporting goods and passengers in inland waters and harbors whet v make keen or more acute quicken whet v sharpen by rubbing, as on a whetstone whetstone n a flat stone for sharpening edged tools or knives whey n the serum or watery part of milk that is separated from the curd in making cheese whey n watery part of milk produced when raw milk sours and coagulates whicker n the characteristic sounds made by a horse neigh,nicker,whinny whicker v make a characteristic sound, of a horse neigh,nicker,whinny whiff n a short light gust of air puff whiff n a lefteye flounder found in coastal waters from New England to Brazil whiff n a strikeout resulting from the batter swinging at and missing the ball for the third strike whiff v perceive by inhaling through the nose sniff whiff v drive or carry as if by a puff of air whiff v strike out by swinging and missing the pitch charged as the third whiff v smoke and exhale strongly puff whig n a member of the political party that urged social reform in 18th and 19th century England; was the opposition party to the Tories whig n a supporter of the American Revolution whig n a member of the Whig Party that existed in the United States before the American Civil War while n a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition piece,spell,patch whim n a sudden desire caprice,impulse whim n an odd or fanciful or capricious idea notion,whimsy whimper n a complaint uttered in a plaintive whining way whine whimper v cry weakly or softly wail,pule whimsical adj determined by chance or impulse or whim rather than by necessity or reason capricious,impulsive whimsically adv in a fanciful manner whimsy n an odd or fanciful or capricious idea notion,whim whimsy n the trait of acting unpredictably and more from whim or caprice than from reason or judgment arbitrariness whin n very spiny and dense evergreen shrub with fragrant golden-yellow flowers; common throughout western Europe gorse,furze whin n small Eurasian shrub having clusters of yellow flowers that yield a dye; common as a weed in Britain and the United States; sometimes grown whin n any of various hard colored rocks (especially rocks consisting of chert or basalt) whine n a complaint uttered in a plaintive whining way whimper whine v move with a whining sound whine v talk in a tearful manner snivel whine v make a high-pitched, screeching noise squeak,screech,creak whine v complain whiningly grizzle,yammer,yawp whiner n a person given to excessive complaints and crying and whining complainer,moaner,crybaby whinny n the characteristic sounds made by a horse neigh,nicker,whicker whinny v make a characteristic sound, of a horse neigh,nicker,whicker whiny adj habitually complaining fretful,querulous whip n an instrument with a handle and a flexible lash that is used for whipping whip n a legislator appointed by the party to enforce discipline whip n a dessert made of sugar and stiffly beaten egg whites or cream and usually flavored with fruit whip n (golf) the flexibility of the shaft of a golf club whip v beat severely with a whip or rod flog,welt,lather,lash,slash,strap,trounce whip v defeat thoroughly worst,pip whip v thrash about flexibly in the manner of a whiplash whip v strike as if by whipping lash whiplash n an injury to the neck (the cervical vertebrae) resulting from rapid acceleration or deceleration (as in an automobile accident) whiplash n a quick blow delivered with a whip or whiplike object whip,lash whipping n beating with a whip or strap or rope as a form of punishment tanning,flogging,lashing whipping n a sound defeat thrashing,walloping,debacle,drubbing,slaughter,trouncing whipping n a sewing stitch passing over an edge diagonally whipping n the act of overcoming or outdoing beating whipping adj smart and fashionable snappy whipsaw n a saw with handles at both ends; intended for use by two people whipsaw v victimize, especially in gambling or negotiations whipsaw v saw with a whipsaw whiptail n any of numerous very agile and alert New World lizards whir n sound of something in rapid motion whirr,whirring,birr whir v make a soft swishing sound whiz,whirr,birr,purr whirl n confused movement commotion whirl n the shape of something rotating rapidly swirl,vortex,convolution whirl n a usually brief attempt crack,fling,go,pass,offer whirl n the act of rotating rapidly spin,twirl,twist,twisting whirl v turn in a twisting or spinning motion twirl,swirl,twiddle whirl v cause to spin birl,spin,twirl whirl v flow in a circular current, of liquids eddy,purl,whirlpool,swirl whirl v revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis spin,reel,gyrate whirling n the act of rotating in a circle or spiral gyration whirlpool n a powerful circular current of water (usually the result of conflicting tides) vortex,maelstrom whirlpool v flow in a circular current, of liquids eddy,purl,swirl,whirl whirlwind n a more or less vertical column of air whirling around itself as it moves over the surface of the Earth whirr n sound of something in rapid motion whir,whirring,birr whirr v make a soft swishing sound whiz,whir,birr,purr whirr v make a vibrant sound, as of some birds churr whirring n sound of something in rapid motion whir,whirr,birr whirring adj like the sound of rapidly vibrating wings whisk n a mixer incorporating a coil of wires; used for whipping eggs or cream whisk n a small short-handled broom used to brush clothes whisk v move somewhere quickly whisk v move quickly and nimbly whisk v brush or wipe off lightly whisk v whip with or as if with a wire whisk whip whisker n a very small distance or space hairsbreadth,hair whisker n a long stiff hair growing from the snout or brow of most mammals as e.g. a cat whisker v furnish with whiskers whiskered adj having hair on the cheeks and chin bearded whiskers n the hair growing on the lower part of a man's face beard whiskey n a liquor made from fermented mash of grain whisky whisky n a liquor made from fermented mash of grain whiskey whisper n speaking softly without vibration of the vocal cords whispering whisper n a light noise, like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind rustle,rustling,whispering whisper v speak softly; in a low voice shout whispered adj spoken in soft hushed tones without vibrations of the vocal cords whisperer n one who speaks in a whisper whispering n a light noise, like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind rustle,rustling,whisper whispering n speaking softly without vibration of the vocal cords whisper whispering adj making a low continuous indistinct sound murmuring whistle n the sound made by something moving rapidly or by steam coming out of a small aperture whistling whistle n the act of signalling (e.g., summoning) by whistling or blowing a whistle whistling whistle n a small wind instrument that produces a whistling sound by blowing into it whistle n acoustic device that forces air or steam against an edge or into a cavity and so produces a loud shrill sound whistle v make whistling sounds whistle v move with, or as with, a whistling sound whistle v utter or express by whistling whistle v move, send, or bring as if by whistling whistleblower n an informant who exposes wrongdoing within an organization in the hope of stopping it whistler n United States painter (1834-1903) whistler n someone who makes a loud high sound whistler n large North American mountain marmot whistler n large-headed swift-flying diving duck of Arctic regions goldeneye whistling n the sound made by something moving rapidly or by steam coming out of a small aperture whistle whistling n the act of whistling a tune whistling n the act of signalling (e.g., summoning) by whistling or blowing a whistle whistle whit n a tiny or scarcely detectable amount shred,scintilla,iota,tittle,smidgen,smidge white n a Caucasian caucasian white n the quality or state of the achromatic color of greatest lightness (bearing the least resemblance to black) whiteness black white n United States jurist appointed chief justice of the United States Supreme Court in 1910 by President Taft; noted for his work on antitrust l white n Australian writer (1912-1990) white v turn white whiten white adj being of the achromatic color of maximum lightness; having little or no hue owing to reflection of almost all incident light black white adj of or belonging to a racial group having light skin coloration black white adj free from moral blemish or impurity; unsullied white adj marked by the presence of snow snowy whitefish n any market fish--edible saltwater fish or shellfish--except herring whitefish n flesh of salmon-like or trout-like cold-water fish of cold lakes of the northern hemisphere whitefish n silvery herring-like freshwater food fish of cold lakes of the northern hemisphere whitehall n a wide street in London stretching from Trafalgar Square to the Houses of Parliament; site of many government offices whitehall n the British civil service whitehead n English philosopher and mathematician who collaborated with Bertrand Russell (1861-1947) whitehead n a small whitish lump in the skin due to a clogged sebaceous gland whitelash n backlash by white racists against black civil rights advances whiten v turn white white blacken whitener n an agent that makes things white or colorless bleach whiteness n the quality or state of the achromatic color of greatest lightness (bearing the least resemblance to black) white whiteness n the state of being unsullied by sin or moral wrong; lacking a knowledge of evil purity,innocence whiteness n lightness or fairness of complexion whitening n changing to a lighter color lightening whiteout n an arctic atmospheric condition with clouds over snow produce a uniform whiteness and objects are difficult to see; occurs when the light re whiteout v cover up with a liquid correction fluid whiteout v lose daylight visibility in heavy fog, snow, or rain whitetail n common North American deer; tail has a white underside whitewash n a defeat in which the losing person or team fails to score whitewash n wash consisting of lime and size in water; used for whitening walls and other surfaces whitewash n a specious or deceptive clearing that attempts to gloss over failings and defects whitewash v cover up a misdemeanor, fault, or error whitewash v cover with whitewash whitewash v exonerate by means of a perfunctory investigation or through biased presentation of data whitewashed adj coated with whitewash whitey n (slang) offensive names for a White man whiting n flesh of a cod-like fish of the Atlantic waters of Europe whiting n flesh of any of a number of slender food fishes especially of Atlantic coasts of North America whiting n a small fish of the genus Sillago; excellent food fish whiting n any of several food fishes of North American coastal waters whitish adj resembling milk in color; not clear milky whitish adj of something having a color tending toward white whitlow n a purulent infection at the end of a finger or toe in the area surrounding the nail felon whitman n United States poet who celebrated the greatness of America (1819-1892) whitman n United States frontier missionary who established a post in Oregon where Christianity and schooling and medicine were available to Native Am whitney n United States inventor of the mechanical cotton gin (1765-1825) whitney n the highest peak in the Sierra Nevada range in California (14,494 feet high) whitsun n Christian holiday; the week beginning on Whitsunday (especially the first 3 days) whitsunday n seventh Sunday after Easter; commemorates the emanation of the Holy Spirit to the Apostles; a quarter day in Scotland pentecost whittier n United States poet best known for his nostalgic poems about New England (1807-1892) whittle n English aeronautical engineer who invented the jet aircraft engine (1907-1996) whittle v cut small bits or pare shavings from pare whiz n someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field ace,adept,champion,sensation,virtuoso,genius,hotshot,star whiz n a buzzing or hissing sound as of something traveling rapidly through the air whiz v make a soft swishing sound whirr,whir,birr,purr who n a United Nations agency to coordinate international health activities and to help governments improve health services whodunit n a story about a crime (usually murder) presented as a novel or play or movie mystery whole n all of something including all its component elements or parts whole n an assemblage of parts that is regarded as a single entity unit whole adj including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete fractional whole adj (of siblings) having the same parents half whole adj not injured or harmed unharmed,unhurt,unscathed whole adj exhibiting or restored to vigorous good health hale whole adv to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') wholly,entirely,completely,totally,all,altogether,right wholehearted adj with unconditional and enthusiastic devotion wholeheartedly adv without reserve; without reservation wholemeal adj of or relating to or derived from wheat wheaten wholeness n an undivided or unbroken completeness or totality with nothing wanting integrity,unity wholeness n a state of robust good health wholesale n the selling of goods to merchants; usually in large quantities for resale to consumers retail wholesale v sell in large quantities retail wholesale adj ignoring distinctions sweeping wholesale adv at a wholesale price retail wholesale adv on a large scale without careful discrimination wholesaler n someone who buys large quantities of goods and resells to merchants rather than to the ultimate customers jobber,middleman wholesome adj conducive to or characteristic of physical or moral well-being unwholesome wholesome adj sound or exhibiting soundness in body or mind wholesomeness n the quality of being beneficial and generally good for you wholly adv to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') entirely,completely,totally,all,altogether,whole,right partly whomp v hit with the hand cuff whomp v beat overwhelmingly whoop n a loud hooting cry of exultation or excitement whoop v shout, as if with joy or enthusiasm whoop v cough spasmodically hack whoopee n noisy and boisterous revelry whoosh n the noise produced by the sudden rush of a fluid (a gas or liquid) swoosh whoosh v move with a sibilant sound whoosh v move with a whooshing sound hiss whoosh v gush or squirt out whop v hit hard whack,wham,wallop whop v hit hard sock,bop,bonk,bash whopper n a gross untruth; a blatant lie whopper n something especially big or impressive of its kind whacker whopping adj (used informally) very large humongous,banging,thumping,walloping whopping adv extremely whore n a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money prostitute,harlot,bawd,tart,cyprian whore v work as a prostitute whore v have unlawful sex with a whore whore v compromise oneself for money or other gains whoredom n offering sexual intercourse for pay prostitution whorehouse n a building where prostitutes are available brothel,bordello,cathouse whoremonger n a prostitute's customer john,trick whoremonger n a pimp who procures whores whoreson n the illegitimate offspring of unmarried parents bastard,illegitimate whoreson n insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous asshole,bastard,cocksucker,dickhead,shit,motherfucker,prick,sob whorl n a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals) coil,roll,curl,curlicue,ringlet,gyre,scroll whorl n a strand or cluster of hair lock,curl,ringlet whorl n a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops coil,spiral,volute,helix whorled adj in the shape of a coil coiling,helical,spiral,spiraling,volute whorled adj forming one or more whorls (especially a whorl of leaves around a stem) why n the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase `the whys and wherefores' wherefore whydah n mostly black African weaverbird wiccan n a believer in Wicca witch wiccan adj of or relating to Wicca wichita n a member of the Caddo people formerly living between Kansas and central Texas wichita n the largest city in Kansas; located in southern Kansas on the Arkansas River wichita n the Caddoan language spoken by the Wichita wick n any piece of cord that conveys liquid by capillary action wick n a loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame taper wicked adj morally bad in principle or practice virtuous wicked adj having committed unrighteous acts sinful,unholy wicked adj intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality severe,terrible wicked adj naughtily or annoyingly playful arch,impish,implike,mischievous,puckish wickedly adv in a wicked evil manner evilly wickedness n morally objectionable behavior evil,immorality,iniquity wickedness n absence of moral or spiritual values darkness,dark wickedness n the quality of being wicked ugliness wickedness n estrangement from god sin wicker n slender flexible branches or twigs (especially of willow or some canes); used for wickerwork wicker n work made of interlaced slender branches (especially willow branches) wickerwork,caning wickerwork n work made of interlaced slender branches (especially willow branches) wicker,caning wicket n cricket equipment consisting of a set of three stumps topped by crosspieces; used in playing cricket wicket n a small arch used as croquet equipment hoop wicket n small gate or door (especially one that is part of a larger door) wicket n small opening (like a window in a door) through which business can be transacted lattice,grille wide adj having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other broad narrow wide adj broad in scope or content blanket,broad,encompassing,extensive,panoptic wide adj (used of eyes) fully open or extended wide adj very large in expanse or scope broad,spacious wide adv with or by a broad space wide adv to the fullest extent possible wide adv far from the intended target astray wide adv to or over a great extent or range; far widely widely adv to a great degree widely adv to or over a great extent or range; far wide widely adv so as to leave much space or distance between widen v become broader or wider or more extensive narrow widen v make (clothes) larger widen v make wider widen v extend in scope or range or area broaden,extend wideness n the property of being wide; having great width narrowness wideness n unusual largeness in size or extent or number greatness,vastness widening n an increase in width broadening narrowing widening n a part of a road that has been widened to allow cars to pass or park turnout widening n the act of making something wider broadening narrowing widespread adj widely circulated or diffused widespread adj distributed over a considerable extent widow n a woman whose husband is dead especially one who has not remarried widow v cause to be without a spouse widowed adj single because of death of the spouse widower n a man whose wife is dead especially one who has not remarried widowhood n the time of a woman's life when she is a widow widowhood n the state of being a widow who has not remarried width n the extent of something from side to side breadth wield v have and exercise exert,maintain wield v handle effectively handle,manage wiener n United States mathematician and founder of cybernetics (1894-1964) wiener n a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll frank,frankfurter,hotdog,dog wife n a married woman; a man's partner in marriage husband wifi n a local area network that uses high frequency radio signals to transmit and receive data over distances of a few hundred feet; uses ethernet wig n hairpiece covering the head and made of real or synthetic hair wig n British slang for a scolding wigeon n freshwater duck of Eurasia and northern Africa related to mallards and teals wiggle n the act of wiggling wriggle,squirm wiggle v move to and fro jiggle,joggle wiggly adj curved or curving in and out sinuous wiggly adj moving in a twisting or snake-like or wormlike fashion writhing wight n a human being; `wight' is an archaic term creature wight n an isle and county of southern England in the English Channel wigwag v send a signal by waving a flag or a light according to a certain code wigwag v signal by or as if by a flag or light waved according to a code wigwam n a Native American lodge frequently having an oval shape and covered with bark or hides wild n a wild primitive state untouched by civilization wild n a wild and uninhabited area left in its natural condition wilderness wild adj marked by extreme lack of restraint or control tame wild adj in a natural state; not tamed or domesticated or cultivated untamed tame wild adj in a state of extreme emotion wild adj deviating widely from an intended course wild adv in an uncontrolled and rampant manner wild adv in a wild or undomesticated manner wildcat n an exploratory oil well drilled in land not known to be an oil field wildcat n a cruelly rapacious person beast,wolf,savage,brute wildcat n any small or medium-sized cat resembling the domestic cat and living in the wild wildcat adj outside the bounds of legitimate or ethical business practices wildcat adj without official authorization unauthorized wildcat adj (of a mine or oil well) drilled speculatively in an area not known to be productive wildcatter n an oilman who drills exploratory wells in territory not known to be an oil field wilde n Irish writer and wit (1854-1900) wildebeest n large African antelope having a head with horns like an ox and a long tufted tail gnu wilder n United States writer and dramatist (1897-1975) wilder n United States filmmaker (born in Austria) whose dark humor infused many of the films he made (1906-2002) wilderness n (politics) a state of disfavor wilderness n a wooded region in northeastern Virginia near Spotsylvania where bloody but inconclusive battles were fought in the American Civil War wilderness n a wild and uninhabited area left in its natural condition wild wilderness n a bewildering profusion wildfire n a raging and rapidly spreading conflagration wildfowl n flesh of any of a number of wild game birds suitable for food wilding n a wild uncultivated plant (especially a wild apple or crabapple tree) wilding n an outrageous rampage usually involving sexual attacks by men on women wildlife n all living things (except people) that are undomesticated wildly adv to an extreme or greatly exaggerated degree wildly adv in an uncontrolled or unrestrained manner wildly adv with violent and uncontrollable 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car exhausts (born in 1921) will n the capability of conscious choice and decision and intention volition will n a fixed and persistent intent or purpose will n a legal document declaring a person's wishes regarding the disposal of their property when they die testament will v decree or ordain will v determine by choice will v leave or give by will after one's death bequeath,leave willard n United States advocate of temperance and women's suffrage (1839-1898) willard n United States educator who was an early campaigner for higher education for women (1787-1870) willet n large North American shorebird of eastern and Gulf Coasts willful adj done by design wilful willful adj habitually disposed to disobedience and opposition froward,headstrong,wilful willfully adv in a willful manner williams n United States country singer and songwriter (1923-1953) williams n English philosopher credited with reviving the field of moral philosophy (1929-2003) williams n United States poet (1883-1963) williams n United States baseball player noted as a hitter (1918-2002) willing n the act of making a choice volition willing adj disposed or inclined toward unwilling willing adj not brought about by coercion or force willingly adv in a willing manner volitionally unwillingly willingness n cheerful compliance unwillingness willis n English physician who was a pioneer in the study of the brain (1621-1675) willow n any of numerous deciduous trees and shrubs of the genus Salix willow n a textile machine having a system of revolving spikes for opening and cleaning raw textile fibers willowy adj slender and graceful gracile willpower n the trait of resolutely controlling your own behavior possession wilmington n a town in southeastern North Carolina on the Cape Fear River wilmington n the largest city in Delaware wilson n author of the first novel by an African American that was published in the United States (1808-1870) wilson n English writer of novels and short stories (1913-1991) wilson n Scottish ornithologist in the United States (1766-1813) wilson n United States physicist honored for his work on cosmic microwave radiation (born in 1918) wilt n any plant disease characterized by drooping and shriveling; usually caused by parasites attacking the roots wilt n causing to become limp or drooping wilting wilt v lose strength wilt v become limp droop wilted adj (of plants) limp due to heat, loss of water, or disease wilted adj without energy or will limp wilting n causing to become limp or drooping wilt wilton n a carpet woven on a Jacquard loom with loops like a Brussels carpet but having the loops cut to form a close velvety pile wily adj marked by skill in deception crafty,cunning,dodgy,foxy,slick,sly,tricky wimble n hand tool for boring holes auger,gimlet wimbledon n a suburb of London and the headquarters of the club where annual international tennis championships are played on grass courts wimp n a person who lacks confidence, is irresolute and wishy-washy chicken,crybaby wimp n a hypothetical subatomic particle of large mass that interacts weakly with ordinary matter through gravitation; postulated as a constituent wimple n headdress of cloth; worn over the head and around the neck and ears by medieval women wimpy adj weak and ineffectual win n a victory (as in a race or other competition) win n something won (especially money) winnings,profits win v be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious lose win v win something through one's efforts acquire,gain lose win v obtain advantages, such as points, etc. gain,advance win v attain success or reach a desired goal succeed wince n the facial expression of sudden pain wince n a reflex response to sudden pain flinch wince v draw back, as with fear or pain flinch,squinch,funk,cringe,shrink,recoil,quail wince v make a face indicating disgust or dislike winch n lifting device consisting of a horizontal cylinder turned by a crank on which a cable or rope winds windlass winch v pull or lift up with or as if with a winch winchester n a city in southern England; administrative center of Hampshire winchester n a shoulder rifle wind n air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure wind n a tendency or force that influences events wind n breath wind n empty rhetoric or insincere or exaggerated talk malarkey,jazz,nothingness wind v to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course weave,thread,meander,wander wind v extend in curves and turns twist,curve wind v arrange or or coil around wrap,roll,twine unwind wind v catch the scent of; get wind of scent,nose windage n the retarding force of air friction on a moving object windage n the space between the projectile of a smoothbore gun and the surface of the bore of the gun windage n exposure to the wind (as the exposed part of a vessel's hull which is responsible for wind resistance) windage n the deflection of a projectile resulting from the effects of wind windbag n a boring person who talks a great deal about uninteresting topics gasbag windblown adj used especially of trees; growing in a shape determined by the prevailing winds windbreaker n a kind of heavy jacket (`windcheater' is a British term) parka,anorak windburn n redness and irritation of the skin caused by exposure to high-velocity wind winded adj breathing laboriously or convulsively blown winder n a worker who winds (e.g., a winch or clock or other mechanism) winder n mechanical device used to wind another device that is driven by a spring (as a clock) key winder n mechanical device around which something can be wound windfall n fruit that has fallen from the tree windfall n a sudden happening that brings good fortune (as a sudden opportunity to make money) boom,bonanza,gravy,godsend,bunce winding n the act of winding or twisting wind,twist winding adj marked by repeated turns and bends tortuous,twisting,twisty,voluminous winding adj of a path e.g. meandering,rambling,wandering windlass n lifting device consisting of a horizontal cylinder turned by a crank on which a cable or rope winds winch windless adj without or almost without wind windmill n a mill that is powered by the wind windmill n generator that extracts usable energy from winds window n a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air window n a transparent opening in a vehicle that allow vision out of the sides or back; usually is capable of being opened window n a transparent panel (as of an envelope) inserted in an otherwise opaque material window n an opening that resembles a window in appearance or function windowpane n a pane of glass in a window window windowpane n very thin translucent flounder of the Atlantic coast of North America windows n (trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface windowsill n the sill of a window; the horizontal member at the bottom of the window frame windpipe n membranous tube with cartilaginous rings that conveys inhaled air from the larynx to the bronchi trachea windscreen n transparent screen (as of glass) to protect occupants of a vehicle windshield windshield n transparent screen (as of glass) to protect occupants of a vehicle windscreen windsor n a city in southeastern Ontario on the Detroit River opposite Detroit windsor n the British royal family since 1917 windstorm n a storm consisting of violent winds windsurf v ride standing on a surfboard with an attached sail, on water windup n a concluding action completion,culmination,closing windup adj operated by a mechanism windward n the direction from which the wind is coming leeward windward n the side of something that is toward the wind leeward windward adj on the side exposed to the wind leeward windward adv toward the wind downwind leeward windy adj abounding in or exposed to the wind or breezes blowy,breezy windy adj not practical or realizable; speculative airy,impractical,visionary,laputan windy adj resembling the wind in speed, force, or variability windy adj using or containing too many words tedious,verbose,wordy wine n fermented juice (of grapes especially) vino wine n a red as dark as red wine wine v drink wine wine v treat to wine winemaker n someone who makes wine vintner winery n an establishment where wine is made wineskin n an animal skin (usually a goatskin) that forms a bag and is used to hold and dispense wine winfred n (Roman Catholic Church) Anglo-Saxon missionary who was sent to Frisia and Germany to spread the Christian faith; was martyred in Frisia (680 wing n a movable organ for flying (one of a pair) wing n one of the horizontal airfoils on either side of the fuselage of an airplane wing n a stage area out of sight of the audience offstage,backstage wing n a unit of military aircraft wing v travel through the air; be airborne fly winged adj having wings or as if having wings of a specified kind winged adj very fast; as if with wings winger n (sports) player in wing position winglike adj resembling a wing in shape or position wingman n the pilot who positions his aircraft outside and behind (on the wing of) the leader of a flying formation wings n a means of flight or ascent wings n stylized bird wings worn as an insignia by qualified pilots or air crew members wingspan n linear distance between the extremities of an airfoil wink n a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) flash,heartbeat,instant,jiffy,trice,twinkling wink n closing one eye quickly as a signal wink n a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly blink,blinking,winking wink v signal by winking wink v gleam or glow intermittently flash,blink,twinkle,winkle wink v briefly shut the eyes blink,nictate wink v keep back by blinking blink winker n a person who winks winker n blind consisting of a leather eyepatch sewn to the side of the halter that prevents a horse from seeing something on either side blinker,blinder winking n a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly blink,blinking,wink winking adj closing the eyes intermittently and rapidly blinking winkle n small edible marine snail; steamed in wine or baked periwinkle winkle n edible marine gastropod periwinkle winkle v emit or reflect light in a flickering manner twinkle winkle v gleam or glow intermittently flash,blink,wink,twinkle winkle v remove or displace from a position winnebago n a member of the Siouan-speaking people formerly living in eastern Wisconsin south of Green Bay; ally of the Menomini and enemy of the Fox an winnebago n the Siouan language spoken by the Winnebago winner n the contestant who wins the contest victor loser winner n a gambler who wins a bet loser winner n a person with a record of successes achiever,success winning n succeeding with great difficulty winning adj having won victorious winning adj very attractive; capturing interest fetching,taking winnings n something won (especially money) win,profits winnipeg n the capital and largest city of Manitoba; located in southern Manitoba; known for severe winters winnipeg n a lake in southern Canada in Manitoba winnow n the act of separating grain from chaff winnowing,sifting winnow v separate the chaff from grain by using air currents winnow v blow on winnow v select desirable parts from a group or list winnow v blow away or off with a current of air fan winnowing n the act of separating grain from chaff winnow,sifting wino n a chronic drinker drunkard,drunk,rummy,sot,inebriate winslow n English colonial administrator who traveled to America on the Mayflower and served as the first governor of the Plymouth Colony (1595-1655) winsome adj charming in a childlike or naive way winter n the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox wintertime winter v spend the winter overwinter winterberry n deciduous shrub of southeastern and central United States wintergreen n any of several evergreen perennials of the genus Pyrola wintergreen n creeping shrub of eastern North America having white bell-shaped flowers followed by spicy red berrylike fruit and shiny aromatic leaves tha wintergreen n spicy red berrylike fruit; source of wintergreen oil winterize v prepare for winter wintertime n the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox winter wintry adj characteristic of or occurring in winter vernal,autumnal wintry adj devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain frigid,frosty,frozen,glacial,icy wipe n the act of rubbing or wiping rub wipe v rub with a circular motion wiper n a worker who wipes wiper n contact consisting of a conducting arm that rotates over a series of fixed contacts and comes to rest on an outlet wiper n a mechanical device that cleans the windshield wire n ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc wire n a metal conductor that carries electricity over a distance wire n the finishing line on a racetrack wire n a message transmitted by telegraph telegram wire v provide with electrical circuits wire v send cables, wires, or telegrams cable,telegraph wire v fasten with wire wire v string on a wire wired adj equipped with wire or wires especially for electric or telephone service wireless wired adj tense with excitement and enthusiasm as from a rush of adrenaline pumped wired adj tied or bound with wire wireless n medium for communication radio wireless n transmission by radio waves wireless n an electronic receiver that detects and demodulates and amplifies transmitted signals radio,tuner wireless n a communication system based on broadcasting electromagnetic waves radio wireless adj having no wires wired wireman n a worker who installs and repairs electric wiring wiretap n the act of tapping a telephone or telegraph line to get information tap wiretap v tap a telephone or telegraph wire to get information tap,intercept,bug wiring n a circuit of wires for the distribution of electricity wiring n the work of installing the wires for an electrical system or device wiry adj lean and sinewy stringy wiry adj of or relating to wire wiry adj of hair that resembles wire in stiffness wisconsin n a tributary of the Mississippi River in Wisconsin wisconsin n a midwestern state in north central United States wisdom n accumulated knowledge or erudition or enlightenment wisdom n the trait of utilizing knowledge and experience with common sense and insight folly wisdom n ability to apply knowledge or experience or understanding or common sense and insight sapience wisdom n the quality of being prudent and sensible soundness wise n a way of doing or being wise n United States Jewish leader (born in Hungary) (1874-1949) wise n United States religious leader (born in Bohemia) who united reform Jewish organizations in the United States (1819-1900) wise adj having or prompted by wisdom or 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the furcula of a domestic fowl wishful adj having or expressing desire for something desirous wishful adj desiring or striving for recognition or advancement aspirant,aspiring wishfully adv in a wishful manner wishing n a specific feeling of desire wish,want wisp n a small tuft or lock wisp n a small person wisp n a small bundle of straw or hay wisp n a flock of snipe wispy adj thin and weak wispy adj lacking clarity or distinctness dim,faint,shadowy,vague wisteria n any flowering vine of the genus Wisteria wistful adj showing pensive sadness pensive wistfully adv in a wistful manner wistfulness n a sadly pensive longing wit n a message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter humor,humour wit n mental ability brain,mentality wit n a witty amusing person who makes jokes wag,card witch n a female sorcerer or magician enchantress witch n a being (usually female) imagined to have special powers derived from the devil witch n a believer in Wicca wiccan witch n an ugly evil-looking old woman hag,beldame,crone witch v cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something hex,bewitch,glamour,enchant,jinx witchcraft n the art of sorcery witching n the use or practice of witchcraft witching adj possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers charming,magic,magical,wizard withal adv despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession) however,nevertheless,still,yet,nonetheless,notwithstanding withal adv together with this withdraw v pull back or move away or backward retreat,recede,retire withdraw v withdraw from active participation retire withdraw v release from something that holds fast, connects, or entangles disengage withdraw v cause to be returned recall withdrawal n a retraction of a previously held position withdrawal n the act of taking out money or other capital withdrawal n the act of withdrawing withdrawal n avoiding emotional involvement detachment withdrawn adj withdrawn from society; seeking solitude recluse,reclusive withdrawn adj tending to reserve or introspection withe n band or rope made of twisted twigs or stems withe n strong flexible twig wither v wither, as with a loss of moisture shrivel,shrink wither v lose freshness, vigor, or vitality fade withered adj lean and wrinkled by shrinkage as from age or illness shriveled,shrunken,wizen,wizened withered adj (used especially of vegetation) having lost all moisture sere,sear,shriveled withering n any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use) atrophy withering adj wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction annihilating,devastating withering adj making light of annihilating,devastating withers n the highest part of the back at the base of the neck of various animals especially draft animals witherspoon n American Revolutionary leader and educator (born in Scotland) who signed of the Declaration of Independence and was president of the college withhold v hold back; refuse to hand over or share withhold v retain and refrain from disbursing; of payments deduct,recoup withholding n the act of deducting from an employee's salary withholding n income tax withheld from employees' wages and paid directly to the government by the employer withholding n the act of holding back or keeping within your possession or control within adv on the inside inside withstand v resist or confront with resistance defy,hold withstand v stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something resist witless adj (used as complement) to the utmost degree witless adj (of especially persons) lacking sense or understanding or judgment senseless witness n someone who sees an event and reports what happened informant witness n a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind) spectator,viewer,watcher,looker witness n testimony by word or deed to your religious faith witness n (law) a person who attests to the genuineness of a document or 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affected by or full of grief or woe woebegone woeful adj of very poor quality or condition deplorable,execrable,miserable,wretched woefully adv in an unfortunate or deplorable manner sadly wok n pan with a convex bottom; used for frying in Chinese cooking wold n a tract of open rolling country (especially upland) wolf n any of various predatory carnivorous canine mammals of North America and Eurasia that usually hunt in packs wolf n Austrian composer (1860-1903) wolf n German classical scholar who claimed that the Iliad and Odyssey were composed by several authors (1759-1824) wolf n a man who is aggressive in making amorous advances to women masher wolf v eat hastily wolfe n United States writer who has written extensively on American culture (born in 1931) wolfe n United States writer best known for his autobiographical novels (1900-1938) wolff n German anatomist (1733-1794) wolffish n large ferocious northern deep-sea food fishes with strong teeth and no pelvic fins catfish wolffish n large elongate scaleless oceanic fishes with sharp teeth and a long dorsal fin that resembles a sail wolfish adj resembling or characteristic (or considered characteristic) of a wolf wolfish adj devouring or craving food in great quantities rapacious,ravening,ravenous,voracious wolfman n a monster able to change appearance from human to wolf and back again werewolf wolfram n a heavy grey-white metallic element; the pure form is used mainly in electrical applications; it is found in several ores including wolframi tungsten,w wolfsbane n poisonous Eurasian perennial herb with broad rounded leaves and yellow flowers and fibrous rootstock wolverine n a native or resident of Michigan wolverine n musteline mammal of northern Eurasia glutton wolverine n stocky shaggy-coated North American carnivorous mammal woman n an adult female person (as opposed to a man) man woman n a female person who plays a significant role (wife or mistress or girlfriend) in the life of a particular man man woman n a human female employed to do housework charwoman,char woman n women as a class womanhood womanhood n the state of being an adult woman womanhood n women as a class woman womanhood n the status of a woman womanize v have amorous affairs; of men philander womanize v to give a (more) feminine, effeminate, or womanly quality or appearance to womanizer n a man who likes many women and has short sexual relationships with them philanderer womanly adj befitting or characteristic of a woman especially a mature woman feminine womb n a hollow muscular organ in the pelvic cavity of females; contains the developing fetus uterus wombat n burrowing herbivorous Australian marsupials about the size of a badger won n the basic unit of money in South Korea won n the basic unit of money in North Korea won adj not subject to defeat lost wonder n the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising wonderment,admiration wonder n something that causes feelings of wonder marvel wonder n a state in which you want to learn more about something curiosity wonder v have a wish or desire to know something inquire,enquire wonder v place in doubt or express doubtful speculation question wonder v be amazed at marvel wonderful adj extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers fantastic,grand,howling,marvelous,marvellous,rattling,terrific,tremendous wonderfully adv (used as an intensifier) extremely well wondrous,superbly,terrifically,marvelously wonderfulness n admirable excellence wondering adj showing curiosity inquisitive,speculative,questioning wonderland n a place or scene of great or strange beauty or wonder wonderland n an imaginary realm of marvels or wonders wonderment n the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising wonder,admiration wondrous adj extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers fantastic,grand,howling,marvelous,marvellous,rattling,terrific,tremendous wondrous adv (used as an intensifier) extremely well wonderfully,superbly,terrifically,marvelously wonky adj turned or twisted toward one side askew,awry,cockeyed,lopsided wonky adj inclined to shake as from weakness or defect rickety,shaky,wobbly wont n an established custom habit wonted adj commonly used or practiced; usual accustomed,customary,habitual wonton n a Chinese dumpling filled with spiced minced pork; usually served in soup wonton n a soup with won ton dumplings woo v seek someone's favor court woo v make amorous advances towards court,romance,solicit wood n the hard fibrous lignified substance under the bark of trees wood n the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area forest,woods wood n United States film actress (1938-1981) wood n English conductor (1869-1944) woodbury n United States social economist (1876-1933) woodchuck n reddish brown North American marmot groundhog woodcock n game bird of the sandpiper family that resembles a snipe woodcut n a print made from a woodcut woodcut n engraving consisting of a block of wood with a design cut into it; used to make prints woodcutter n cuts down trees and chops wood as a job wooded adj covered with growing trees and bushes etc wooden adj made or consisting of (entirely or in part) or employing wood wooden adj lacking ease or grace woodhull n United States advocate of women's suffrage; in 1872 she was the first woman to run for the United States presidency (1838-1927) woodland n land that is covered with trees and shrubs forest,timberland,timber woodlouse n any of various small terrestrial isopods having a flat elliptical segmented body; found in damp habitats slater woodman n someone who lives in the woods woodsman woodman n makes things out of wood woodworker,woodsman woodpecker n bird with strong claws and a stiff tail adapted for climbing and a hard chisel-like bill for boring into wood for insects pecker woodpile n a pile or stack of wood to be used for fuel woodruff n Old World fragrant stoloniferous perennial having small white flowers and narrow leaves used as flavoring and in sachets; widely cultivated woodruff n any plant of the genus Asperula woods n the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area forest,wood woodshed n a shed for storing firewood or garden tools woodsman n someone who lives in the woods woodman woodsman n makes things out of wood woodworker,woodman woodward n United States historian (1908-1999) woodward n United States chemist honored for synthesizing complex organic compounds (1917-1979) woodwork n work made of wood; especially moldings or stairways or furniture woodwork n the craft of a carpenter: making things out of wood carpentry,woodworking woodworker n makes things out of wood woodsman,woodman woodworking n the craft of a carpenter: making things out of wood carpentry,woodwork woody adj made of or containing or resembling wood woody adj abounding in trees woody adj made hard like wood as the result of the deposition of lignin in the cell walls wooer n a man who courts a woman suitor woof n the yarn woven across the warp yarn in weaving weft,filling,pick woofer n a loudspeaker that reproduces lower audio frequency sounds wooing n a man's courting of a woman; seeking the affections of a woman (usually with the hope of marriage) courtship,courting,suit wool n a fabric made from the hair of sheep woolen wool n fiber sheared from animals (such as sheep) and twisted into yarn for weaving wool n outer coat of especially sheep and yaks fleece woolen n a fabric made from the hair of sheep wool woolen adj of or related to or made of wool woolf n English author whose work used such techniques as stream of consciousness and the interior monologue; prominent member of the Bloomsbury Gro woolgather v have a daydream; indulge in a fantasy dream,daydream,stargaze woolly adj having a fluffy character or appearance flocculent,wooly woolly adj confused and vague; used especially of thinking addled,befuddled,muddled,muzzy,wooly woolly adj covered with dense often matted or curly hairs wooly woolly adj covered with dense cottony hairs or hairlike filaments woolworth n United States businessman who opened a shop in 1879 selling low-priced goods and built it into a national chain of stores (1852-1919) wooly adj having a fluffy character or appearance flocculent,woolly wooly adj confused and vague; used especially of thinking addled,befuddled,muddled,muzzy,woolly wooly adj covered with dense often matted or curly hairs woolly woozy adj having or causing a whirling sensation; liable to falling dizzy,giddy worcester n United States lexicographer who was accused of plagiarism by Noah Webster (1784-1865) worcester n an industrial and university city in central Massachusetts to the west of Boston worcester n a cathedral city in west central England on the River Severn word n a unit of language that native speakers can identify word n a brief statement word n information about recent and important events news,intelligence,tidings word n a verbal command for action word v put into words or an expression formulate,phrase,articulate wordbook n a reference book containing words (usually with their meanings) wording n the manner in which something is expressed in words diction,phrasing,phraseology,verbiage wordless adj expressed without speech mute,unspoken words n the words that are spoken words n the text of a popular song or musical-comedy number lyric,language words n language that is spoken or written words n an angry dispute quarrel,wrangle,row wordsmith n a fluent and prolific writer wordsworth n a romantic English poet whose work was inspired by the Lake District where he spent most of his life (1770-1850) wordy adj using or containing too many words tedious,verbose,windy work n activity directed toward making or doing something work n a product produced or accomplished through the effort or activity or agency of a person or thing work n the occupation for which you are paid employment work n applying the mind to learning and understanding a subject (especially by reading) study work v exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity idle work v be employed work v have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected act work v perform as expected when applied function,operate,go,run workable adj capable of being done with means at hand and circumstances as they are feasible,practicable,viable workaday adj found in the ordinary course of events everyday,mundane,routine,unremarkable workaholic n person with a compulsive need to work workbench n a strong worktable for a carpenter or mechanic bench workbook n a student's book or booklet containing problems with spaces for solving them workday n a day on which work is done workday n the amount of time that a worker must work for an agreed daily wage worker n a person who works at a specific occupation worker n a member of the working class (not necessarily employed) proletarian,prole worker n sterile member of a colony of social insects that forages for food and cares for the larvae worker n a person who acts and gets things done actor,doer workforce n the force of workers available manpower,hands,men working n a mine or quarry that is being or has been worked workings working adj actively engaged in paid work working adj adequate for practical use; especially sufficient in strength or numbers to accomplish something working adj adopted as a temporary basis for further work working adj (of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing running,operative,functional workings n the internal mechanism of a device works workings n a mine or quarry that is being or has been worked working workload n work that a person is expected to do in a specified time workman n an employee who performs manual or industrial labor workmanlike adj worthy of a good workman workmanship n skill in an occupation or trade craft,craftsmanship workout n the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit exercise,exercising workpiece n work consisting of a piece of metal being machined workplace n a place where work is done work workroom n room where work is done works n buildings for carrying on industrial labor plant works n everything available; usually preceded by `the' works n performance of moral or religious acts deeds works n the internal mechanism of a device workings workshop n small workplace where handcrafts or manufacturing are done shop workshop n a brief intensive course for a small group; emphasizes problem solving workspace n space allocated for your work (as in an office) workwear n heavy-duty clothes for manual or physical work world n everything that exists anywhere universe,existence,creation,cosmos world n people in general; especially a distinctive group of people with some shared interest domain world n all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you reality world n the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on earth,earth,globe world adj involving the entire earth; not limited or provincial in scope global,planetary,worldwide worldliness n the quality or character of being intellectually sophisticated and worldly through cultivation or experience or disillusionment sophistication worldliness n concern with worldly affairs to the neglect of spiritual needs worldly adj characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world secular,temporal worldly adj very sophisticated especially because of surfeit; versed in the ways of the world blase worldwide adj spanning or extending throughout the entire world worldwide adj involving the entire earth; not limited or provincial in scope global,planetary,world worldwide adj of worldwide scope or applicability cosmopolitan,ecumenical,general,universal worm n any of numerous relatively small elongated soft-bodied animals especially of the phyla Annelida and Chaetognatha and Nematoda and Nemertea a worm n a person who has a nasty or unethical character undeserving of respect louse,insect worm n a software program capable of reproducing itself that can spread from one computer to the next over a network worm n screw thread on a gear with the teeth of a worm wheel or rack worm v to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) writhe,wrestle,wriggle,squirm,twist wormhole n hole made by a burrowing worm wormlike adj totally submissive cringing,groveling wormwood n any of several low composite herbs of the genera Artemisia or Seriphidium worn adj affected by wear; damaged by long use new worn adj showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering careworn,drawn,haggard,raddled worried adj afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief distressed,disturbed,upset worried adj mentally upset over possible misfortune or danger etc apprehensive worrier n thinks about unfortunate things that might happen worrywart worrisome adj not reassuring; tending to cause anxiety worrisome adj causing distress or worry or 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(especially as if for a god) adored,idolized worshipper n a person who has religious faith believer,worshiper worshipper n someone who admires too much to recognize faults worshiper worst n the least favorable outcome worst n the greatest damage or wickedness of which one is capable worst n the weakest effort or poorest achievement one is capable of best worst v defeat thoroughly pip,whip worst adj (superlative of `bad') most wanting in quality or value or condition best worst adv to the highest degree of inferiority or badness worsted n a woolen fabric with a hard textured surface and no nap; woven of worsted yarns "he wore a worsted suit" worsted n a tightly twisted woolen yarn spun from long-staple wool wort n usually used in combination: `liverwort'; `milkwort'; `whorlywort' wort n unfermented or fermenting malt worth n an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value worth n the quality that renders something desirable or valuable or useful worth n French couturier (born in England) regarded as the founder of Parisian haute couture; noted for introducing the bustle (1825-1895) worth adj (often used ironically) worthy of being treated in a particular way deserving worth adj having a specified value worthiness n the quality or state of having merit or value worthless adj lacking in usefulness or value valuable worthless adj morally reprehensible despicable,ugly,vile,slimy,unworthy,wretched worthwhile adj sufficiently valuable to justify the investment of time or interest worthwhileness n value sufficient to repay time or effort spent worthy n an important, honorable person (word is often used humorously) worthy adj having worth or merit or value; being honorable or admirable unworthy worthy adj worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse desirable,suitable worthy adj having qualities or abilities that merit recognition in some way wotan n supreme Teutonic god; counterpart of Norse Odin and Anglo-Saxon Woden wound n an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin) lesion wound n a casualty to military personnel resulting from combat injury wound n a figurative injury (to your feelings or pride) wound n the act of inflicting a wound wounding wound v cause injuries or bodily harm to injure wound v hurt the feelings of hurt,injure,bruise,offend,spite wound adj put in a coil wounded n people who are wounded maimed wounded adj suffering from physical injury especially that suffered in battle hurt wounding n the act of inflicting a wound wound wounding adj causing physical or especially psychological injury stabbing woven adj made or constructed by interlacing threads or strips of material or other elements into a whole wow n a joke that seems extremely funny howler,scream,riot wow v impress greatly wrack n dried seaweed especially that cast ashore wrack n the destruction or collapse of something rack wrack n growth of marine vegetation especially of the large forms such as rockweeds and kelp wrack v smash or break forcefully wreck wraith n a mental representation of some haunting experience ghost,shade,spook,specter,spectre wrangle n an angry dispute quarrel,row,words wrangle n an instance of intense argument (as in bargaining) haggle,haggling,wrangling wrangle v to quarrel noisily, angrily or disruptively brawl wrangle v herd and care for wrangler n someone who argues noisily or angrily wrangler n a cowboy who takes care of the saddle horses wrangling n an instance of intense argument (as in bargaining) haggle,haggling,wrangle wrap n cloak that is folded or wrapped around a person wrapper wrap n a sandwich in which the filling is rolled up in a soft tortilla wrap n the covering (usually paper or cellophane) in which something is wrapped wrapping,wrapper wrap v arrange or fold as a cover or protection unwrap wrap v arrange or or coil around wind,roll,twine wrap v enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering envelop,enfold,enclose wrap v crash into so as to 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incensed and condemnatory wroth wrawl v cry loudly, as of animals howl,yammer,yowl wreak v cause to happen or to occur as a consequence bring,work,play wreath n flower arrangement consisting of a circular band of foliage or flowers for ornamental purposes garland,coronal,chaplet,lei wreathe v move with slow, sinuous movements wreathe v decorate or deck with wreaths wreathe v form into a wreath wind wreck n something or someone that has suffered ruin or dilapidation wreck n an accident that destroys a ship at sea shipwreck wreck n a serious accident (usually involving one or more vehicles) crash wreck n a ship that has been destroyed at sea wreck v smash or break forcefully wrack wreckage n the remaining parts of something that has been wrecked wrecked adj destroyed in an accident wrecker n someone who demolishes or dismantles buildings as a job wrecker n someone who commits sabotage or deliberately causes wrecks saboteur wrecker n a truck equipped to hoist and pull wrecked cars (or to remove cars from no-parking zones) wrecking n the event of a structure being completely demolished and leveled razing wrecking n destruction achieved by causing something to be wrecked or ruined ruin,ruining,ruination wren n English architect who designed more than fifty London churches (1632-1723) wren n any of several small active brown birds of the northern hemisphere with short upright tails; they feed on insects wrench n a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments twist,pull wrench n a jerky pulling movement twist wrench n a hand tool that is used to hold or twist a nut or bolt spanner wrench v twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates twist wrench v make a sudden twisting motion wrench v twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish wring wrench v twist suddenly so as to sprain twist,sprain,turn,rick wrenching adj causing great physical or mental suffering racking wrest v obtain by seizing forcibly or violently, also metaphorically wrestle n the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat wrestling,grapple,grappling wrestle v combat to overcome an opposing tendency or force wrestle v engage in deep thought, consideration, or debate wrestle v to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) writhe,wriggle,worm,squirm,twist wrestle v engage in a wrestling match wrestler n combatant who tries to throw opponent to the ground wrestling n the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat wrestle,grapple,grappling wrestling n the sport of hand-to-hand struggle between unarmed contestants who try to throw each other down grappling wretch n performs some wicked deed wretch n someone you feel sorry for wretched adj of very poor quality or condition deplorable,execrable,miserable,woeful wretched adj characterized by physical misery miserable wretched adj very unhappy; full of misery miserable,suffering wretched adj morally reprehensible despicable,ugly,vile,slimy,unworthy,worthless wretchedly adv in a wretched manner wretchedness n a state of ill-being due to affliction or misfortune misery wretchedness n the character of being uncomfortable and unpleasant wretchedness n the quality of being poor and inferior and sorry wriggle n the act of wiggling wiggle,squirm wriggle v to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) writhe,wrestle,worm,squirm,twist wright n United States writer of detective novels (1888-1939) wright n United States writer whose work is concerned with the oppression of African Americans (1908-1960) wright n United States aviation pioneer who (with his brother Orville Wright) invented the airplane (1867-1912) wright n United States aviation pioneer who (with his brother Wilbur Wright) invented the airplane (1871-1948) wring n a twisting squeeze squeeze wring v twist and press out of shape contort,deform,distort wring v twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish wrench wring v obtain by coercion or intimidation extort,squeeze,rack,gouge wring v twist, squeeze, or compress in order to extract liquid wringer n a clothes dryer consisting of two rollers between which the wet clothes are squeezed wrinkle n a slight depression or fold in the smoothness of a surface furrow,crease,crinkle,seam,line wrinkle n a minor difficulty wrinkle n a clever method of doing something (especially something new and different) wrinkle v gather or contract into wrinkles or folds; pucker purse wrinkle v make wrinkles or creases on a smooth surface; make a pressed, folded or wrinkled line in; `crisp' is archaic ruckle,crease,crinkle,scrunch,crisp wrinkle v make wrinkled or creased furrow,crease wrinkle v become wrinkled or crumpled or creased rumple,crumple,crease,crinkle wrinkled adj marked by wrinkles wrinkly wrinkled adj (of linens or clothes) not ironed wrinkly adj marked by wrinkles wrinkled wrist n a joint between the distal end of the radius and the proximal row of carpal bones carpus wristband n band consisting of a part of a sleeve that covers the wrist wristband n a band of cloth or leather or metal links attached to a wristwatch and wrapped around the wrist bracelet wristlet n a band or bracelet worn around the wrist wristwatch n a watch that is worn strapped to the wrist writ n (law) a legal document issued by a court or judicial officer write v produce a literary work compose,pen,indite write v communicate or express by writing write v communicate (with) in writing write v write music compose writer n writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay) author writer n a person who is able to write and has written something writhe v to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) wrestle,wriggle,worm,squirm,twist writhed adj twisted (especially as in pain or struggle) contorted writhing adj moving in a twisting or snake-like or wormlike fashion wiggly writing n the act of creating written works authorship,composition,penning writing n the work of a writer; anything expressed in letters of the alphabet (especially when considered from the point of view of style and effect) writing n (usually plural) the collected work of an author writing n letters or symbols that are written or imprinted on a surface to represent the sounds or words of a language writings n the third of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures written adj set down in writing in any of various ways spoken written adj systematically collected and written down unwritten written adj written as for a film or play or broadcast scripted wrong n that which is contrary to the principles of justice or law right wrong n any harm or injury resulting from a violation of a legal right damage wrong v treat unjustly; do wrong to right wrong adj not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth incorrect right wrong adj contrary to conscience or morality or law right wrong adj not appropriate for a purpose or occasion improper wrong adj not functioning properly amiss,awry,haywire wrong adv in an inaccurate manner incorrectly,wrongly wrongdoer n a person who transgresses moral or civil law offender wrongdoing n departure from what is ethically acceptable error wrongdoing n activity that transgresses moral or civil law misconduct wrongful adj having no legally established claim unlawful wrongful adj unlawfully violating the rights of others wrongful adj not just or fair wrongfully adv in an unjust or unfair manner wrongheaded adj obstinately perverse in judgment or opinion wrongly adv without justice or fairness wrongly adv in an inaccurate manner incorrectly,wrong right wroth adj vehemently incensed and condemnatory wrathful wrought adj shaped to fit by or as if by altering the contours of a pliable mass (as by work or effort) shaped,molded wry adj humorously sarcastic or mocking dry,ironic,ironical wry adj bent to one side wryly adv in a wry manner wryneck n an unnatural condition in which the head leans to one side because the neck muscles on that side are contracted wryneck n Old World woodpecker with a peculiar habit of twisting the neck wu n a dialect of Chinese spoken in the Yangtze delta wuss n a person who is physically weak and ineffectual weakling,doormat wy n a state in the western United States; mountainous in the west and north with the Great Plains in the east wyoming wyatt n English architect (1746-1813) wyatt n English poet who introduced the sonnet form to English literature (1503-1542) wye n the 25th letter of the Roman alphabet y,y wyler n United States filmmaker (1902-1981) wylie n United States poet (1885-1928) wyoming n a state in the western United States; mountainous in the west and north with the Great Plains in the east wy wyrd n fate personified; any one of the three Weird Sisters weird wyvern n a fire-breathing dragon used in medieval heraldry; had the head of a dragon and the tail of a snake and a body with wings and two legs x n the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system ten,tenner,decade x n the 24th letter of the Roman alphabet ex x n street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine adam,ecstasy,go,cristal x adj being one more than nine ten xanax n an antianxiety agent (trade name Xanax) of the benzodiazepine class xanthine n crystalline oxidation product of the metabolism of nucleoproteins; precursor of uric acid; found in many organs and in urine xanthous adj of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk yellow,yellowish xavier n Spanish missionary and Jesuit who establish missionaries in Japan and Ceylon and the East Indies (1506-1552) xenon n a colorless odorless inert gaseous element occurring in the earth's atmosphere in trace amounts xenophobia n a fear of foreigners or strangers xerox n a copy made by a xerographic copier xerox n a duplicator (trade mark Xerox) that copies graphic matter by the action of light on an electrically charged photoconductive insulating surf xerox v reproduce by xerography photocopy xi n the cardinal number that is the sum of ten and one eleven xi n the 14th letter of the Greek alphabet xi adj being one more than ten eleven xian n a city of central China; capital of ancient Chinese empire 221-206 BC sian xmas n a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Christ; a quarter day in England, Wales, and Ireland christmas xxx n the cardinal number that is the product of ten and three thirty xxx n (genetics) abnormal complement of three X chromosomes in a female xxx adj being ten more than twenty thirty xylem n the woody part of plants: the supporting and water-conducting tissue, consisting primarily of tracheids and vessels xylophone n a percussion instrument with wooden bars tuned to produce a chromatic scale and with resonators; played with small mallets marimba y n a silvery metallic element that is common in rare-earth minerals; used in magnesium and aluminum alloys yttrium y n the 25th letter of the Roman alphabet wye yacht n an expensive vessel propelled by sail or power and used for cruising or racing yacht v travel in a yacht yachting n water travel for pleasure boating yachtsman n a person who owns or sails a yacht yagi n a sharply directional antenna yahoo n a person who is not very intelligent or interested in culture yokel,rube,hick,hayseed,bumpkin yahoo n one of a race of brutes resembling men but subject to the Houyhnhnms in a novel by Jonathan Swift yahoo n a widely used search engine for the web that finds information, news, images, products, finance yahweh n a name for the God of the Old Testament as transliterated from the Hebrew consonants YHVH jehovah yak n noisy talk chatter,cackle yak n large long-haired wild ox of Tibet often domesticated yak v talk profusely gab yakima n a town in south central Washington yakut n a member of a Turkic people of northeastern Siberia (mainly in the Lena river basin) yakut n the Turkic language spoken by the Yakut yakuza n a Japanese gangster yakuza n organized crime in Japan; an alliance of criminal organizations and illegal enterprises yale n a university in Connecticut yale n English philanthropist who made contributions to a college in Connecticut that was renamed in his honor (1649-1721) yalta n a resort city in Crimea in the southern Ukraine on the Black Sea; site of the Allied conference between Roosevelt, Stalin, and Churchill in yam n edible tuber of any of several yams yam n any of a number of tropical vines of the genus Dioscorea many having edible tuberous roots yam n sweet potato with deep orange flesh that remains moist when baked yam n edible tuberous root of various yam plants of the genus Dioscorea grown in the tropics world-wide for food yamamoto n Japanese admiral who planned the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 (1884-1943) yammer v cry loudly, as of animals howl,wrawl,yowl yammer v complain whiningly whine,grizzle,yawp yana n a member of an extinct North American Indian people who lived in northern California yana n the Yanan language spoken by the Yana yang n the bright positive masculine principle in Chinese dualistic cosmology yin yangtze n the longest river of Asia; flows eastward from Tibet into the East China Sea near Shanghai changjiang,chang yank n an American who lives in the North (especially during the American Civil War) yankee,northerner yank n an American (especially to non-Americans) yankee yank v pull, or move with a sudden movement jerk yankee n an American who lives in the North (especially during the American Civil War) yank,northerner yankee n an American who lives in New England yankee n an American (especially to non-Americans) yank yankee adj used by Southerners for an inhabitant of a northern state in the United States (especially a Union soldier) yanker n someone who gives a strong sudden pull yap n informal terms for the mouth trap,cakehole,hole,maw,gob yap v bark in a high-pitched tone yelp,yip yard n a unit of length equal to 3 feet; defined as 91.44 centimeters; originally taken to be the average length of a stride pace yard n the enclosed land around a house or other building grounds yard n a tract of land enclosed for particular activities (sometimes paved and usually associated with buildings) yard n the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 thousand,m,k,g,grand,thou yardage n distance measured in the aggregate number of yards yardbird n a military recruit who is assigned menial tasks yardbird n a person serving a sentence in a jail or prison convict,con,inmate yarder n (used only in combinations) the height or length of something in yards yarder n a winch (or system of winches) powered by an engine and used to haul logs from a stump to a landing or to a skid road yardman n worker in a railway yard yardman n a laborer hired to do outdoor work (such as mowing lawns) yardstick n a measure or standard used for comparison yardstick n a ruler or tape that is three feet long yarmulke n a skullcap worn by religious Jews (especially at prayer) yarn n the act of giving an account describing incidents or a course of events narration,recital yarn n a fine cord of twisted fibers (of cotton or silk or wool or nylon etc.) used in sewing and weaving thread yarn v tell or spin a yarn yarrow n ubiquitous strong-scented mat-forming Eurasian herb of wasteland, hedgerow or pasture having narrow serrate leaves and small usually white f yaw n an erratic deflection from an intended course swerve yaw v be wide open gape,yawn yaw v deviate erratically from a set course yaw v swerve off course momentarily yawl n a ship's small boat (usually rowed by 4 or 6 oars) yawl n a sailing vessel with two masts; a small mizzen is aft of the rudderpost dandy yawl v emit long loud cries howl,wail,roar yawn n an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom yawning yawn v utter a yawn, as from lack of oxygen or when one is tired yawn v be wide open gape,yaw yawner n a person who yawns yawning n an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom yawn yawning adj gaping open as if threatening to engulf someone or something yawning adj with the mouth wide open indicating boredom or sleepiness yawning adj showing lack of attention or boredom drowsy yawp v make a raucous noise bawl yawp v complain whiningly whine,grizzle,yammer yaws n an infectious tropical disease resembling syphilis in its early stages; marked by red skin eruptions and ulcerating lesions yay n a branch of the Tai languages yazoo n a river that rises in west central Mississippi and flows southwest to empty into the Mississippi River above Vicksburg yea n an affirmative nay yea adv not only so, but yeah yeah adv not only so, but yea year n a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days twelvemonth year n a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity year n the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun year n a body of students who graduate together class yearbook n a book published annually by the graduating class of a high school or college usually containing photographs of faculty and graduating stude yearbook n a reference book that is published regularly once every year annual,yearly yearling n a young child toddler,tot,bambino yearling n a racehorse considered one year old until the second Jan. 1 following its birth yearling n an animal in its second year yearlong adj lasting through a year yearly n a reference book that is published regularly once every year annual,yearbook yearly adj occurring or payable every year annual yearly adv without missing a year annually yearn v desire strongly or persistently hanker,long yearn v have a desire for something or someone who is not present ache,yen,pine,languish yearn v have affection for; feel tenderness for yearning n prolonged unfulfilled desire or need longing years n a late time of life age,eld years n a prolonged period of time age years n the time during which someone's life continues days yeast n a commercial leavening agent containing yeast cells; used to raise the dough in making bread and for fermenting beer or whiskey barm yeast n any of various single-celled fungi that reproduce asexually by budding or division yeasty adj of or resembling or containing yeast yeasty adj marked by spirited enjoyment zestful,barmy yeasty adj exuberantly creative yeats n Irish poet and dramatist (1865-1939) yell n a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition cry,outcry,call,shout yell n a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate) cry yell v utter a sudden loud cry shout,cry,call,scream,holler,hollo,squall yell v utter or declare in a very loud voice scream yelled adj in a vehement outcry shouted yeller n someone who communicates vocally in a very loud voice screamer yelling n uttering a loud inarticulate cry as of pain or excitement shouting yellow n yellow color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of sunflowers or ripe lemons yellow v turn yellow yellow adj of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk yellowish,xanthous yellow adj easily frightened chicken yellow adj changed to a yellowish color by age yellow adj typical of tabloids sensationalistic yellowhammer n large flicker of eastern North America with a red neck and yellow undersurface to wings and tail yellowhammer n European bunting the male being bright yellow yellowish adj of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk yellow,xanthous yellowknife n a town in the Northwest Territories in northern Canada on the Great Slave Lake yellowstone n a tributary of the Missouri River that flows through the Yellowstone National Park yelp n a sharp high-pitched cry (especially by a dog) yip,yelping yelp v bark in a high-pitched tone yip,yap yelping n a sharp high-pitched cry (especially by a dog) yip,yelp yemen n a republic on the southwestern shores of the Arabian Peninsula on the Indian Ocean; formed in 1990 yemeni n a native or inhabitant of Yemen yemeni adj of or relating to or characteristic of Yemen or its inhabitants yen n a yearning for something or to do something hankering yen n the basic unit of money in Japan; equal to 100 sen yen v have a desire for something or someone who is not present ache,yearn,pine,languish yeoman n officer in the (ceremonial) bodyguard of the British monarch beefeater yeoman n in former times was free and cultivated his own land yerkes n United States psychologist who studied the intelligence of primates (1876-1956) yes n an affirmative no yeshiva n an academy for the advanced study of Jewish texts (primarily the Talmud) yesterday n the day immediately before today yesterday n the recent 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United States theatrical producer noted for a series of extravagant revues known as the Ziegfeld Follies (1869-1932) ziegler n German chemist honored for his research on polymers (1898-1973) zig n an angular shape characterized by sharp turns in alternating directions zigzag,zag ziggurat n a rectangular tiered temple or terraced mound erected by the ancient Assyrians and Babylonians zigzag n an angular shape characterized by sharp turns in alternating directions zig,zag zigzag v travel along a zigzag path crank zigzag adj having short sharp turns or angles zigzag adv in a zigzag course or on a zigzag path zilch n a quantity of no importance nothing,nil,nix,nada,null,aught,cipher,cypher zillion n a very large indefinite number (usually hyperbole) million,billion,trillion,gazillion zillion adj very large indeterminate number zimbabwe n a landlocked republic in south central Africa formerly called Rhodesia; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1980 rhodesia zimmer n a light 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nothing,nil,nix,nada,null,aught,cipher,cypher zippy adj quick and energetic alert,brisk,lively,merry,rattling,snappy,spanking zippy adj marked by lively action bouncing,bouncy,peppy,spirited zircon n a common mineral occurring in small crystals; chief source of zirconium; used as a refractory when opaque and as a gem when transparent zirconium n a lustrous grey strong metallic element resembling titanium; it is used in nuclear reactors as a neutron absorber; it occurs in baddeleyite zit n a small inflamed elevation of the skin; a pustule or papule; common symptom in acne pimple,hickey zither n a musical stringed instrument with strings stretched over a flat sounding board; it is laid flat and played with a plectrum and with fingers cither zizz n a buzzing or whizzing sound zizz n a nap zloty n the basic unit of money in Poland zodiac n a belt-shaped region in the heavens on either side to the ecliptic; divided into 12 constellations or signs for astrological purposes zodiac n 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