Vocab
(Quantity) off
(quantity) less
Convey
(v) 1. transport or carry to a place. "pipes were laid to convey water to the house" synonyms: transport, carry 2. make (an idea, impression, or feeling) known or understandable to someone. "the real virtues and diversity of America had never been conveyed in the movies" synonyms: project
Hurt
(v) cause physical pain or injury to. "Ow! You're hurting me!" (n) physical injury; harm.
Mental
1. of or relating to the mind. "mental faculties" 2. of or relating to disorders of the mind. "a mental hospital"
Opposition
1. resistance or dissent, expressed in action or argument. "there was considerable opposition to the proposal" synonyms: resistance, hostility 2. a contrast or antithesis. "a nature-culture opposition" synonyms: conflict, clash, difference, contrast
Reconcile
1. restore friendly relations between. "the king and the archbishop were publicly reconciled" 2. make (one account) consistent with another, specially by allowing for transactions begun but not yet completed. "it is not necessary to reconcile the cost accounts to the financial accounts"
Analogy
A comparison based on such similarity
Aftermath
A consequence, especially of a disaster or misfortune
Insurgent
A rebel or revolutionary
Interact
- act in such a way as to have an effect on each other. "all the stages in the process interact" - communicate or be involved directly. "the user interacts directly with the library"
By far
1) by a great deal; very much: "too expensive by far." 2) plainly; obviously: "This melon is by far the ripest of the lot."
Genuine
1. Actually possessing the alleged or apparent attribute or character: genuine leather. 2. Not spurious or counterfeit; authentic. See Synonyms at authentic. 3. Free from hypocrisy or dishonesty; sincere.
companionship
association as companion; fellowship.
Drawn To
attracted to
Look forward to
await eagerly. "we look forward to seeing you"
Exceed
be greater in number or size than (a quantity, number, or other measurable things). "production costs have exceeded £60,000"
Attend
be present at (an event, meeting, or function).
Beyond
behind
Focus of attention
center of attention
Specific
clearly defined or identified. "increasing the electricity supply only until it met specific development needs" synonyms: particular, specified
Evident
clearly seen or understood; obvious. "she ate the biscuits with evident enjoyment"
Apparent
clearly visible or understood; obvious.
Collision
colliding of two or more objects, crash
Take the plunge
commit oneself to a course of action about which one is nervous. synonyms: commit oneself, go for it, do the deed, throw caution to the wind(s),
Memorize
commit to memory; learn by heart. "he memorized thousands of verses"
Eliminate
completely remove or get rid of (something). "a policy that would eliminate inflation"
Legitimate
conforming to the law or to rules. "his claims to legitimate authority"
Intricate
containing many details or small parts that are combined in a particularly complex or skillful way
Prolonged
continuing for a long time or longer than usual; lengthy. "the region suffered a prolonged drought"
Jeopardy
danger of loss, harm, or failure. "the whole peace process is in jeopardy" synonyms: danger
deprive
deny (a person or place) the possession or use of something. "the city was deprived of its water supplies"
Exclude
deny (someone) access to a place, group, or privilege. "the public were excluded from the board meeting"
Evolve
develop gradually, esp. from a simple to a more complex form.
Detect
discover or identify the presence or existence of.
Bother
disturb
Disconcert
disturb the composure of; unsettle. "the abrupt change of subject disconcerted her"
Assess
evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of.
Astonishing
extremely surprising or impressive; amazing. "an astonishing achievement"
Hideous
extremely ugly; repulsive
Cosmopolitan
familiar with many parts of the world
Notorious
famous or well known, typically for some bad quality or deed. "Los Angeles is notorious for its smog"
Desperate
feeling, showing, or involving a hopeless sense that a situation is so bad as to be impossible to deal with.
Pursue
follow or chase (someone or something). "the officer pursued the van" synonyms: go after, run after, follow, chase
Briefly
for a short time, in a few words
Ahead
further forward in space; in the line of one's forward motion.
Describe
give a description of
Conservation
guarding, protection from decay and destruction
Permitted
Allowed
Yearn
have an intense feeling of longing for something, typically something that one has lost or been separated from. "she yearned for a glimpse of him" synonyms: long, pine, crave, desire, want
Unintelligible
impossible to understand. "dolphin sounds are unintelligible to humans" synonyms: incomprehensible, indiscernible, meaningless
Acclaim
Announce with great approval
Deny
Antonyms: Confirm
Confirm
Antonyms: Deny
Drop off
Antonyms: pick up
Consistent
Being in agreement with itself; coherent and uniform
Barely
By a very little; hardly
Nonetheless
in spite of that; nevertheless. "it was the barest of welcomes, but it was a welcome nonetheless"
Addictive
Capable of causing a user to develop intense cravings
Devastated
Destroy or ruin (something)
It's Gone
Dying or dead, lost, ended, past. no longer present; departed.
Inclusive
including much or everything; and especially including stated limits
Put to good use
Employ to the best advantage, as in I'm sure this dictionary will be put to good use.
Trespass
Enter the owner's land or property without permission
Bait
Food used to entice fish or other animals as prey
Therefore
For that reason or cause; consequently or hence.
Across
From one side to the other of (something)
Name after
Give someone or something the name of another person or place. For example, They named the baby after his grandfather, or The mountain was named for President McKinley
Refuse
indicate or show that one is not willing to do something. "I refused to answer"
In charge
In a position of leadership or supervision
Inadequate
insufficient, unsatisfactory
On purpose
intentionally
Heckle
interrupt (a public speaker) with derisive or aggressive comments or abuse. "he was booed and heckled when he tried to address the demonstrators"
Apathy
Lack of emotion or feeling; impassiveness, indifference
Concerned
involved in something, worried
Turn - Out of turn
Not in the proper order or sequence.
it's your call
it's your decision
Escort
One or more persons accompanying another to guide, protect, or show honor.
Disproportionate
Out of proportion, as in size, shape, or amount. too large or too small in comparison with something else.
Brainstorming
Produce an idea or way of solving a problem by holding a spontaneous group discussion
Compensate
Recompense (someone) for loss, suffering, or injury
Certain
known for sure; established beyond doubt.
Good Call
Standard reply to something agreeable or satisfactory
Bizzare
Strikingly unconventional and far-fetched in style or appearance; odd
Massive
large and heavy or solid.
Misleading
Tending to mislead; deceptive
Temporary
lasting for only a limited period of time; not permanent. "a temporary job"
Alleviate
make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe
Optimise
make optimal; get the most out of; use best
Diminish
make or become less. "a tax whose purpose is to diminish spending"
Gratitude
The state of being grateful; thankfulness.
Turn - Turn (one's) back on
To abandon; forsake.
Improvement
a change for the better; progress in development
Ramification
a complex or unwelcome consequence of an action or event. "any change is bound to have legal ramifications" synonyms: consequence, result, aftermath, outcome
Gourmet
a connoisseur of fine food and drink
Characteristic
a feature or quality belonging typically to a person, place, or thing and serving to identify it.
Headline
a heading at the top of an article or page in a newspaper or magazine. "a front-page headline"
Contradictory
mutually opposed or inconsistent
Procure
obtain (something), especially with care or effort. "food procured for the rebels"
Skew
placed in or turning into an oblique position or course
Extreme
reaching a high or the highest degree; very great.
Forbid
refuse to allow (something).
Defend
resist an attack made on (someone or something); protect from harm or danger.
Stubborn
resistant to change
Guilty
responsible for an offence or misdeed
Absurd
ridiculous because of being irrational, incongruous, or illogical
Predict
say or estimate that (a specified thing) will happen in the future or will be a consequence of something. "it is too early to predict a result" synonyms: forecast, foretell, foresee
Alienated
separated, socially disoriented. make (someone) feel isolated or estranged.
Disgrace
shame or loss of respect arising from bad behavior
Diverse
showing a great deal of variety; very different. "a culturally diverse population"
Successor
somebody or something that follows another and takes up the same position
Burst into tears
start crying
Appropriate
suitable or proper in the circumstances.
Take a breather
take a short break from one's activities in order to relax
Exchange
the act of giving or taking one thing in return for another
Annihilation
the complete destruction of something
Be sold out
to have no more available to be bough
Absorb
to soak up or take in
One of a kind
unique
Allegedly
used to convey that something is claimed to be the case or have taken place, although there is no proof.
Intuitive
using or based on what one feels to be true even without conscious reasoning; instinctive. "his intuitive understanding of the readers' real needs"
Squander
waste (something, especially money or time) in a reckless and foolish manner. "entrepreneurs squander their profits on expensive cars" synonyms: waste, misspend, misuse
Definitely
without doubt (used for emphasis). "I will definitely be at the airport to meet you"
Resist
withstand the action or effect of. "antibodies help us to resist infection"
Ragged
worn off
Get lost
"informal" go away (used as an expression of anger or impatience). "Why don't you leave me alone? Go on, get lost!"
On board
"on or in a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle.
Distinct
(adj) 1. recognizably different in nature from something else of a similar type. "the patterns of spoken language are distinct from those of writing" 2. readily distinguishable by the senses. "a distinct smell of nicotine"
Forensic
(adj) of, relating to, or denoting the application of scientific methods and techniques to the investigation of crime. (n) a laboratory or department responsible for tests used in detection of crime.
Intellectual
(adj) relating to the intellect. "children need intellectual stimulation" (n) a person possessing a highly developed intellect. "a prominent political thinker and intellectual"
Trendy
(adj) very fashionable or up to date in style or influence. "I enjoyed being able to go out and buy trendy clothes" synonyms: fashionable (n) a person who is very fashionable or up to date.
Valuable
(adj) worth a great deal of money. "a valuable antique" (n) a thing that is of great worth, especially a small item of personal property. "put all your valuables in the hotel safe" synonyms: precious items, costly articles, prized possessions
Modest
(adj)1. having or showing a moderate or humble estimate of one's merits, importance, etc.; free from vanity, egotism, boastfulness, or great pretensions. "he was a very modest man, refusing to take any credit for the enterprise" synonyms: humble 2. (of an amount, rate, or level of something) relatively moderate, limited, or small. "drink modest amounts of alcohol" synonyms: moderate, fair, limited
Sweet
(adj)1. having the pleasant taste characteristic of sugar or honey; not salty, sour, or bitter. "a cup of hot sweet tea" 2. pleasing in general; delightful. "it was the sweet life he had always craved" synonyms: pleasant, pleasing, pleasurable, agreeable, delightful (n) sweet foods, collectively. "Americans eat too many sweets"
Near
(adv) 1. at or to a short distance away; nearby. "a bomb exploding somewhere near" 2. a short time away in the future. "the time for his retirement was drawing near" (adj) 1. located a short distance away. "a big house in the near distance" 2. only a short time ahead. "the conflict is unlikely to be resolved in the near future" (prep) at or to a short distance away from (a place). "the parking lot near the sawmill" synonyms: close to, close by
Together
(adv) 1. with or in proximity to another person or people. "together they climbed the dark stairs" 2. at the same time. "they both spoke together" synonyms: simultaneously
Trick
(n) 1. a cunning or skillful act or scheme intended to deceive or outwit someone. "he's a double-dealer capable of any mean trick" 2. a peculiar or characteristic habit or mannerism. "she had a trick of clipping off certain words and phrases" (v) deceive or outwit (someone) by being cunning or skillful. "buyers can be tricked by savvy sellers" synonyms: deceive, delude (adj) intended or used to deceive or mystify, or to create an illusion. "a trick question"
Testimonial
(n) 1. a formal statement testifying to someone's character and qualifications. synonyms: recommendation, reference 2. a public tribute to someone and to their achievements.
Crack
(n) 1. a line on the surface of something along which it has split without breaking into separate parts. "a hairline crack down the middle of the glass" 2. a sudden sharp or explosive noise. "a loud crack of thunder" (v) 1. break or cause to break without a complete separation of the parts. "the ice all over the lake had cracked" 2. make or cause to make a sudden sharp or explosive sound. "a shot cracked across the ridge" (adj) 1. very good, especially at a specified activity or in a specified role. "he is a crack shot"
Share
(n) 1. a part or portion of a larger amount which is divided among a number of people, or to which a number of people contribute. "under the proposals, investors would pay a greater share of the annual fees required" synonyms: portion, part, division 2. one of the equal parts into which a company's capital is divided, entitling the holder to a proportion of the profits. "he's selling his shares in BT" (v) have a portion of (something) with another or others. "he shared the pie with her" synonyms: split, divide,
Remainder
(n) 1. a part, number, or quantity that is left over. "leave a few mushrooms for garnish and slice the remainder" synonyms: residue, balance, surplus, difference, extra, excess 2. a part that is still to come. "the remainder of the year"
Sum
(n) 1. a particular amount of money. "they could not afford such a sum" synonyms: amount, quantity 2. the total amount resulting from the addition of two or more numbers, amounts, or items. "the sum of two prime numbers" (v) find the sum of (two or more amounts).
Sequence
(n) 1. a particular order in which related things follow each other. "the content of the programme should follow a logical sequence" synonyms: order, course 2. a set of related events, movements, or items that follow each other in a particular order. "a gruelling sequence of exercises" (v) arrange in a particular order. "trainee librarians decide how a set of misfiled cards could be sequenced"
Place
(n) 1. a particular position, point, or area in space; a location. "I can't be in two places at once" synonyms: location, site, spot 2. a portion of space designated or available for or being used by someone. "they hurried to their places at the table" synonyms: seat (v) 1. put in a particular position. "a newspaper had been placed beside my plate" 2. find a home or employment for. "the children were placed with foster-parents"
Volunteer
(n) 1. a person who freely offers to take part in an enterprise or undertake a task. "a call for volunteers to act as foster-parents" synonyms: subject, participant 2. a person who works for an organization without being paid. "the railway is operated solely by volunteers" (v) 1. freely offer to do something. "140 employees volunteered for redundancy" 2. work for an organization without being paid. "volunteering is an easy way to get involved in practical conservation"
Issue
(n) 1. an important topic or problem for debate or discussion. "the issue of racism" 2. the action of supplying or distributing an item for use, sale, or official purposes. "the issue of notes by the Bank of England" (v) 1. supply or distribute (something) for use or sale. "licences were issued indiscriminately to any company" 2. result or be derived from. "the struggles of history issue from the divided heart of humanity"
Vent
(n) 1. an opening that allows air, gas, or liquid to pass out of or into a confined space. "remove any debris blocking the vents" synonyms: outlet, inlet, opening 2. the release or expression of a strong emotion, energy, etc. "children give vent to their anger in various ways" (v) 1. give free expression to (a strong emotion). "we vent our spleen on drug barons" 2. provide with an outlet for air, gas, or liquid. "tumble-dryers must be vented to the outside"
Progress
(n) 1. forward or onward movement towards a destination. "the darkness did not stop my progress" 2. development towards an improved or more advanced condition. "we are making progress towards equal rights" (v) 1. move forward or onward in space or time. "as the century progressed the quality of telescopes improved" 2. develop towards an improved or more advanced condition. "work on the pond is progressing"
Infringement
(n) 1. the action of breaking the terms of a law, agreement, etc.; violation. "copyright infringement" 2. the action of limiting or undermining something. "the infringement of the right to privacy"
Practice
(n) 1. the actual application or use of an idea, belief, or method, as opposed to theories relating to it. "the principles and practice of teaching" synonyms: application 2. the customary, habitual, or expected procedure or way of doing of something. "product placement is common practice in American movies" (v) 1. perform (an activity) or exercise (a skill) repeatedly or regularly in order to acquire, improve or maintain proficiency in it. "I need to practise my French" synonyms: rehearse 2. carry out or perform (a particular activity, method, or custom) habitually or regularly. "we still practise some of these rituals today"
Peak
(n) 1. the pointed top of a mountain. "tatters of fog clung to the peak of the mountain" synonyms: summit, top, crest, pinnacle 2. a projecting pointed part or shape. "whisk two egg whites to stiff peaks" 3. the point of highest activity, quality, or achievement. "he was at his peak as a cricketer" synonyms: pinnacle, summit, top, highlight, climax (v) reach a highest point, either of a specified value or at a specified time. "the disease peaked in summer" (adj) at the highest level; maximum. "the canal was restored to peak condition" synonyms: maximum, maximal, top
Prospect
(n) 1. the possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring. "there was no prospect of a reconciliation" synonyms: likelihood, hope, expectation, anticipation 2. a person regarded as likely to succeed or as a potential customer, client, etc. "Norwich's unbeaten heavyweight prospect" synonyms: candidate
Course
(n) 1. the route or direction followed by a ship, aircraft, road, or river. "the road adopts a tortuous course along the coast" synonyms: route, way, track, direction 2. a dish, or a set of dishes served together, forming one of the successive parts of a meal. "guests are offered a choice of main course"
Demand
(n) An urgent requirement or need. (v)1. To ask for urgently or peremptorily. 2. To claim as just or due
Hope
(n) a feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen. "he looked through her belongings in the hope of coming across some information" (v) want something to happen or be the case. "he's hoping for an offer of compensation"
Doubt
(n) a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction. "some doubt has been cast upon the authenticity of this account" (v) feel uncertain about. "I doubt my ability to do the job"
Post
(n) a long, sturdy piece of timber or metal set upright in the ground and used as a support or marker. "follow the blue posts until the track meets a road" (v) 1. display (a notice) in a public place. "a curt notice had been posted on the door" 2. announce or publish (something, especially a financial result). "the company posted a £460,000 loss"
Tune
(n) a melody, especially one that characterizes a certain piece of music. "she left the theater humming a cheerful tune" (v) 1. adjust (a musical instrument) to the correct or uniform pitch. "he tuned the harp for me" 2. adjust (a receiver circuit such as a radio or television) to the frequency of the required signal. "the radio was tuned to the CBC"
Recipient
(n) a person or thing that receives or is awarded something. "the recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize"
Tailor
(n) a person whose occupation is making fitted clothes such as suits, pants, and jackets to fit individual customers. synonyms: outfitter, dressmaker (v) 1. (of a tailor) make (clothes) to fit individual customers. "he was wearing a sports coat that had obviously been tailored in New York" 2. make or adapt for a particular purpose or person. "arrangements can be tailored to meet individual requirements" synonyms: customize, adapt, adjust, modify
Target
(n) a person, object, or place selected as the aim of an attack. (v) select as an object of attention or attack. "two men were targeted by the attackers"
Trigger
(n) a small device that releases a spring or catch and so sets off a mechanism, especially in order to fire a gun. "he pulled the trigger of the shotgun" (v) cause (an event or situation) to happen or exist. "an allergy can be triggered by stress or overwork"
Sovereign
(n) a supreme ruler, especially a monarch. synonyms: ruler, monarch (adj) possessing supreme or ultimate power. "in modern democracies the people's will is in theory sovereign" synonyms: supreme, absolute
Hype
(n) extravagant or intensive publicity or promotion. "she relied on hype and headlines to stoke up interest in her music" (v) promote or publicize (a product or idea) intensively, often exaggerating its importance or benefits. "an industry quick to hype its products"
Dust
(n) fine, dry powder consisting of tiny particles of earth or waste matter lying on the ground or on surfaces or carried in the air. "the car sent up clouds of dust" (v) remove the dust from the surface of (something) by wiping or brushing it. "I broke the vase I had been dusting"
Mature
(n) fully developed physically; full-grown. "she was now a mature woman" synonyms: adult, grown-up (v) (of an organism) become physically mature. "children mature at different ages" synonyms: be fully grown
Intent
(n) intention or purpose. "with alarm she realized his intent" synonyms: aim (adj) determined to do (something). "the government was intent on achieving greater efficiency"
Sweat
(n) moisture exuded through the pores of the skin, typically in profuse quantities as a reaction to heat, physical exertion, fever, or fear. (v) exude sweat. "he was sweating profusely"
Harm
(n) physical injury, especially that which is deliberately inflicted. "it's fine as long as no one is inflicting harm on anyone else" (v) physically injure. "the villains didn't harm him"
Obesity
(n) state of being excessively overweight
Influence
(n) the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behaviour of someone or something, or the effect itself. "the influence of television violence" (v) have an influence on. "feminist ideas have influenced the law-makers"
Pivot
(n) the central point, pin, or shaft on which a mechanism turns or oscillates. (v) turn on or as if on a pivot. "the sail pivots around the axis of a virtually static mast"
Name
(n)1. a word or set of words by which a person, animal, place, or thing is known, addressed, or referred to. 2. a famous person. "as usual, the big race will lure the top names" (v) 1. give a name to. "hundreds of diseases had not yet been isolated or named" 2. specify (an amount, time, or place) as something desired, suggested, or decided on. "he showed them the picture and named a price" synonyms: choose, select, pick, decide on, nominate, designate
Motion
(n)1. the action or process of moving or being moved. "the laws of planetary motion" synonyms: movement 2. a formal proposal put to a legislature or committee. "the head of our commission made a motion that we rewrite the constitution" synonyms: proposal, proposition (v) direct or command (someone) with a movement of the hand or head. "he motioned Dennis to a plush chair" synonyms: gesture, signal, direct, indicate
Insight
(n)1. the capacity to gain an accurate and deep understanding of someone or something. "his mind soared to previously unattainable heights of insight" 2. an accurate and deep understanding. plural noun: insights "his work provides important insights into language use"
Remains
(n)1. the parts left over after other parts have been removed, used, or destroyed. "the remains of a sandwich lunch were on the table" 2. a person's body after death. "he left instructions regarding the disposal of his remains"
Bargain
(n): 1-an agreement between two or more parties as to what each party will do for the other. 2- a thing bought or offered for sale more cheaply than is usual or expected. (v): negotiate the terms and conditions of a transaction.
Plug
(n): a device for making an electrical connection, esp. between an appliance and a power supply, consisting of an insulated casing with metal pins that fit into holes in an outlet. (v): insert (something) into an opening so as to fill it.
Slam
(n): a loud bang caused by the forceful shutting of something such as a door. (v): shut (a door, window, or lid) forcefully and loudly.
Host
(n): a person who receives or entertains other people as guests. (v): act as host at (an event) or for (a television or radio program).
Drop
(n): a small round or pear-shaped portion of liquid that hangs or falls or adheres to a surface. (v): let or make (something) fall vertically.
Fall
(n): an act of falling or collapsing; a sudden uncontrollable descent. (v): move downward, typically rapidly and freely without control, from a higher to a lower level. See: rise
Craft
(n): an activity involving skill in making things by hand. (v): exercise skill in making (something).
Command
(n): an authoritative order. (v): give an authoritative order.
Notice
(n): attention; observation. notification or warning of something, esp. to allow preparations to be made. (v): become aware of.
Leave
(n): permission to do something; the period of time during which you are absent from work or duty. (v): go away from a place.
Set
(v) 1. To put in a specified position or arrangement; place: set a book on a table; set the photo next to the flowers. 2. To put into a specified state: set the prisoner at liberty; set the house ablaze; set the machine in motion. 3. To cause to begin an action: The noise set the dog to barking. 4. To cause to be in proper, useful, or working condition, as: - To arrange for the consumption of a meal: set the table; set a place at table. - To adjust (an instrument or device) to a specific point or calibration: set the alarm for 7:00. 5. To appoint, establish, or determine, as: - To declare or demonstrate (a precedent or standard, for instance). - To provide or establish as a model: A parent must set a good example for the children. - To establish as the highest level of performance: set a swimming record. (n) 1. The manner in which something is positioned: the set of her cap. 2. A group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used: a chess set.
Lead
(v) 1. To show the way to by going in advance: The host led us to our table. See Synonyms at guide. 2. To guide or direct in a course: lead a horse by the halter. 3. be in charge or command of. "a military delegation was led by the Chief of Staff" (n) 1. the initiative in an action; an example for others to follow. "The US is now taking the environmental lead" 2. a position of advantage in a contest; first place. "they were beaten 5-3 after twice being in the lead"
Blow
(v) 1. a of air (a) : to be in motion <a breeze blew gently> (b) : to move with speed or force <the wind was blowing> 2. to send forth a current of air or other gas <don't blow on your soup> (n) 1. a strong wind. "we're in for a blow"
Concede
(v) 1. admit or agree that something is true after first denying or resisting it. "I had to concede that I'd overreacted" synonyms: admit, acknowledge, accept, allow, grant 2. surrender or yield (a possession, right, or privilege). "in 475 the emperor conceded the Auvergne to Euric" synonyms: surrender, yield, give up, relinquish, cede
Organize
(v) 1. arrange into a structured whole; order. "organize lessons in a planned way" synonyms: (put in) order, arrange, sort (out), assemble. 2. make arrangements or preparations for (an event or activity); coordinate. "the union organized a 24-hour general strike"
Tie
(v) 1. attach or fasten with string or similar cord. "Gabriel tied up his horse" synonyms: bind, tie up, tether 2. restrict or limit (someone) to a particular situation or place. "she didn't want to be like her mother, tied to a feckless man" synonyms: restrict, restrain, limit, constrain (n) a piece of string, cord, or similar used for fastening or tying something. "he tightened the tie of his robe" synonyms: lace, string, cord, ligature, wire, bond
Suit
(v) 1. be convenient for or acceptable to. "he lied whenever it suited him" synonyms: be convenient for, be acceptable to, be suitable for, meet the requirements of 2. "North American" put on clothes, typically for a particular activity. "I suited up and entered the water" (n) a set of outer clothes made of the same fabric and designed to be worn together, typically consisting of a jacket and trousers or a jacket and skirt. synonyms: outfit, set of clothes
Fill
(v) 1. cause (a space or container) to become full or almost full. "I filled up the bottle with water" 2. appoint a person to hold (a vacant post). "the board contacted him to say they had already filled the position" (n) an amount of something which will occupy all the space in a container. "a fill of tobacco"
Thrill
(v) 1. cause (someone) to have a sudden feeling of excitement and pleasure. "his kiss thrilled and excited her" synonyms: excite, stimulate, arouse 2. (of an emotion or sensation) pass with a nervous tremor. "the shock of alarm thrilled through her"
Mix
(v) 1. combine or put together to form one substance or mass. "peppercorns are sometimes mixed with other spices for a table condiment" synonyms: blend 2. (of a person) associate with others socially. "the people he mixed with were nothing to do with show business" synonyms: associate, socialize (n) two or more different qualities, things, or people placed, combined, or considered together. "the decor is a mix of antique and modern" synonyms: mixture, blend
Meet
(v) 1. come into the presence or company of (someone) by chance or arrangement. "a week later I met him in the street" synonyms: encounter 2. fulfill or satisfy (a need, requirement, or condition). "this policy is doing nothing to meet the needs of women" synonyms: fulfill, satisfy, fill
Return
(v) 1. come or go back to a place or person. "he returned to America in the late autumn" 2. give, put, or send (something) back to a place or person. "complete the application form and return it to this address" (n) 1. an act of coming or going back to a place or activity. "he celebrated his safe return from the war" 2. a profit from an investment. "product areas are being developed to produce maximum returns"
Remain
(v) 1. continue to exist, especially after other similar people or things have ceased to do so. "a cloister is all that remains of the monastery" 2. be left over or outstanding after others or other parts have been completed, used, or dealt with. "a more intractable problem remains"
Spoil
(v) 1. diminish or destroy the value or quality of. "I wouldn't want to spoil your fun" 2. harm the character of (a child) by being too lenient or indulgent. "the last thing I want to do is spoil Thomas" (n) goods stolen or taken forcibly from a person or place. "the looters carried their spoils away"
Fire
(v) 1. discharge a gun or other weapon in order to propel (a bullet or projectile). "he fired a shot at the retreating prisoners" 2. dismiss (an employee) from a job. "I had to fire men who've been with me for years"
Neglect
(v) 1. fail to care for properly. "the old churchyard has been sadly neglected" 2. not pay proper attention to; disregard. "you neglect our advice at your peril" (n) the state or fact of being uncared for. "animals dying through disease or neglect"
Fix
(v) 1. fasten (something) securely in a particular place or position. "they had candles fixed to their helmets" 2. mend or repair. "you've forgotten to fix that shelf"
Learn
(v) 1. gain or acquire knowledge of or skill in (something) by study, experience, or being taught. "they'd started learning French" synonyms: acquire a knowledge of, gain an understanding of 2. become aware of (something) by information or from observation. "I learned that they had eaten already" synonyms: discover, find out, become aware 3. commit to memory. "I'd learned too many grim poems in school" synonyms: memorize, learn by heart
Abandon
(v) 1. give up completely (a course of action, a practice, or a way of thinking). "he had clearly abandoned all pretense of trying to succeed" 2. cease to support or look after (someone); desert. "her natural mother had abandoned her at an early age" (n) complete lack of inhibition or restraint. "she sings and sways with total abandon"
Move
(v) 1. go in a specified direction or manner; change position. "she stood up and moved to the door" synonyms: go, walk, proceed, progress, advance 2. change or cause to change from one state, opinion, sphere, or activity to another. "the school moved over to the new course in 1987" (n) 1. an action that initiates or advances a process or plan. "my next move is to talk to Matthew" 2. a change of place, position, or state. "she made a sudden move toward me"
Fade
(v) 1. gradually grow faint and disappear. "the light had faded and dusk was advancing" synonyms: dim, grow dim, grow faint 2. (of a person) gradually become thin and weak, especially to the point of death. "without help, those of us who are ill will surely fade away and die" 3. (with reference to film and television images) come or cause to come gradually into or out of view, or to merge into another shot. "fade into scenes of rooms strewn with festive remains" (n) the process of becoming less bright. "the sun can cause colour fade"
Tarnish
(v) 1. lose or cause to lose luster, especially as a result of exposure to air or moisture. "silver tarnishes too easily" 2. make or become less valuable or respected. "his regime had not been tarnished by human rights abuses"
Delight
(v) 1. please (someone) greatly. "an experience guaranteed to delight both young and old" (n) 1. great pleasure. "she took great delight in telling your story"
Pose
(v) 1. present or constitute (a problem or danger). "the sheer number of visitors is posing a threat to the area" synonyms: constitute, present, create, cause 2. assume a particular position in order to be photographed, painted, or drawn. "the prime minister posed for photographers" (n) a way of standing or sitting, especially in order to be photographed, painted, or drawn. "photographs of boxers in ferocious poses" synonyms: posture, position
Lay
(v) 1. put down, especially gently or carefully. "she laid the baby in his crib" 2. put down and set in position for use. "it is advisable to have your carpet laid by a professional" (n) the general appearance of an area, including the direction of streams, hills, and similar features. "the lay of the surrounding countryside"
Inherit
(v) 1. receive (money, property, or a title) as an heir at the death of the previous holder. "she inherited a fortune from her father" 2. derive (a quality, characteristic, or predisposition) genetically from one's parents or ancestors. "inherited diseases"
Waive
(v) 1. refrain from insisting on or using (a right or claim). "he will waive all rights to the money" synonyms: relinquish, renounce, give up, abandon, reject, surrender 2. refrain from demanding compliance with (a rule or fee). "her tuition fees would be waived" synonyms: disregard, ignore, overlook, set aside, forgo, drop
Recover
(v) 1. return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength. "Neil is still recovering from shock" 2. find or regain possession of (something stolen or lost). "police recovered a stolen video" (n) a defined position of a firearm forming part of a military drill. "bring the firelock to the recover"
Excuse
(v) 1. seek to lessen the blame attaching to (a fault or offence); try to justify. "he did nothing to hide or excuse Jacob's cruelty" 2. release (someone) from a duty or requirement. "it will not be possible to excuse you from attendance" (n) a reason or explanation given to justify a fault or offence. "there can be no excuse for any further delay"
Dispatch
(v) 1. send off to a destination or for a purpose. "he dispatched messages back to base" 2. deal with (a task, problem, or opponent) quickly and efficiently. "they dispatched the opposition" (n) the sending of someone or something to a destination or for a purpose. "a resolution authorizing the dispatch of a peacekeeping force"
Sparkle
(v) 1. shine brightly with flashes of light. "her earrings sparkled as she turned her head" 2. be vivacious and witty. "after a glass of wine, she began to sparkle" 3. be lively or brilliant or exhibit virtuosity; reflect brightly (n) a glittering flash of light. "there was a sparkle in his eyes"
Enclose
(v) 1. surround or close off on all sides. "the entire estate was enclosed with walls" 2. place (something) in an envelope together with a letter. "I enclose a copy of the job description"
Pick
(v) 1. take hold of and remove (a flower, fruit, or vegetable) from where it is growing. "I went to pick some flowers for Jenny's room" 2. choose (someone or something) from a number of alternatives, typically after careful thought. "maybe I picked the wrong career after all" (n) an act or the right of selecting something from among a group of alternatives. "take your pick from our extensive menu" synonyms: choice, selection
Tweak
(v) 1. twist or pull (something) sharply. "he tweaked the boy's ear" 2. improve (a mechanism or system) by making fine adjustments to it. "engineers tweak the car's operating systems during the race" (n) 1. a sharp twist or pull. 2. a fine adjustment to a mechanism or system.
Smash
(v) 1. violently break (something) into pieces. "the thief smashed a window to get into the car" 2. move so as to hit or collide with something with great force and impact. "their plane smashed into a mountainside" (n) an act or sound of something smashing. "he heard the smash of glass"
Wander
(v) 1. walk or move in a leisurely or aimless way. "I wandered through the narrow streets" 2. move slowly away from a fixed point or place. "please don't wander off again" (n) an act or instance of wandering. "she'd go on wanders like that in her nightgown" synonyms: stroll, amble, saunter, walk, roam
Guard
(v) 1. watch over in order to protect or control. "two men were left to guard the stockade" synonyms: Protect 2. protect against damage or harm. "the company fiercely guarded its independence" (n) 1. a person who keeps watch, especially a soldier or other person assigned to protect a person or to control access to a place. "a security guard" 2. a device worn or fitted to prevent injury or damage. "a retractable blade guard"
Articulate
(v) able to speak clearly and expressively. "they were unable to articulate their emotions" (adj) (of a person or a person's words) having or showing the ability to speak fluently and coherently. "an articulate account of their experiences"
Surround
(v) be all around (someone or something). "the hotel is surrounded by its own gardens" synonyms: neighboring, nearby (n) a thing that forms a border or edging around an object. "an oak fireplace surround" synonyms: encircle, enclose
Fail
(v) be unsuccessful in achieving one's goal. "he failed in his attempt to secure election" (n) a mark which is not high enough to pass an examination or test. "a fail grade"
Elaborate
(v) develop or present (a theory, policy, or system) in detail. "the key idea of the book is expressed in the title and elaborated in the text" (adj) involving many carefully arranged parts or details; detailed and complicated in design and planning. "elaborate security precautions"
Reject
(v) dismiss as inadequate, unacceptable, or faulty. "union negotiators rejected a 1.5 per cent pay award" (n) a person or thing dismissed as inadequate or unacceptable. "some of the team's rejects have gone on to prove themselves in championships"
Recruit
(v) enlist (someone) in the armed forces. "we recruit our toughest soldiers from the desert tribes" (n) a person newly enlisted in the armed forces and not yet fully trained.
Stir
(v) move a spoon or other implement around in (a liquid or other substance) in order to mix it thoroughly. "stir the batter until it is just combined" synonyms: mix, blend (n) an act of mixing food or drink with a spoon or other implement. "he gives his chocolate milk a stir"
Sneak
(v) move or go in a furtive or stealthy way. "I sneaked out by the back exit" (adj) acting or done surreptitiously, unofficially, or without warning. "a sneak thief" synonyms: furtive, secret
Undercut
(v) offer goods or services at a lower price than (a competitor). "these industries have been undercut by more efficient foreign producers"
Mention
(v) refer to something briefly and without going into detail. "I haven't mentioned it to William yet" (n) a reference to someone or something. "their eyes light up at a mention of Sartre"
Empty
(v) remove all the contents of (a container). "we empty the till at closing time" (adj) 1. containing nothing; not filled or occupied. "she put down her empty cup" 2. (of words or a gesture) lacking meaning or sincerity. "their promises were empty words"
Overthrow
(v) remove forcibly from power. "military coups which had attempted to overthrow the king" (n) a removal from power; a defeat or downfall. "plotting the overthrow of the government"
Need
(v) require (something) because it is essential or very important. "I need help now" (n) 1. circumstances in which something is necessary, or that require some course of action; necessity. "the basic human need for food" synonyms: necessity, obligation 2. a thing that is wanted or required. "his day-to-day needs"
Trace
(v)1. find or discover by investigation. "police are trying to trace a white van seen in the area" synonyms: track down, find, discover, detect 2. copy (a drawing, map, or design) by drawing over its lines on a superimposed piece of transparent paper. synonyms: outline, map out (n) 1. a mark, object, or other indication of the existence or passing of something. "remove all traces of the old adhesive" 2. a very small quantity, especially one too small to be accurately measured. "his body contained traces of amphetamines"
Mutate
- change or cause to change in form or nature. "technology continues to mutate at an alarming rate" synonyms: change -biology : to cause (a gene) to change and create an unusual characteristic in a plant or animal : to cause mutation in (a gene) - to change and cause an unusual characteristic to develop in a plant or animal - to change into something very different
Undertake
- commit oneself to and begin (an enterprise or responsibility); take on. "a firm of builders undertook the construction work" - promise to do a particular thing. "the firm undertook to keep price increases to a minimum"
Enable
- give (someone) the authority or means to do something; make it possible for. "the evidence would enable us to arrive at firm conclusions" synonyms: authorize, sanction, warrant - make (something) possible. "each of them has wheels to enable easy transportation"
Dumb
-(of a person) unable to speak, most typically because of congenital deafness. "he was born deaf, dumb, and blind" -stupid
Discern
-perceive or recognize (something). "I can discern no difference between the two policies" -distinguish (someone or something) with difficulty by sight or with the other senses. "she could faintly discern the shape of a skull"
Depict
-show or represent by a drawing, painting, or other art form. -portray in words; describe. "youth is depicted as a time of vitality and good health"
Specious
-superficially plausible, but actually wrong. "a specious argument" -misleading in appearance, especially misleadingly attractive. "the music trade gives Golden Oldies a specious appearance of novelty" synonyms: misleading, deceptive, false
Submit
1- present (a proposal, application, or other document) to a person or body for consideration or judgment. 2- accept or yield to a superior force or to the authority or will of another person. "the original settlers were forced to submit to Bulgarian rule"
Condition
1- the state of something, esp. with regard to its appearance, quality, or working order. 2- a state of affairs that must exist or be brought about before something else is possible or permitted. 3- the circumstances affecting the way in which people live or work, esp. with regard to their safety or well-being.
Prescribe
1. (of a medical practitioner) advise and authorize the use of (a medicine or treatment) for someone, especially in writing. "her doctor prescribed sleeping tablets" 2. state authoritatively or as a rule that (an action or procedure) should be carried out. "rules prescribing five acts for a play are purely arbitrary"
Comply (with)
1. (of a person or group) act in accordance with a wish or command. "we are unable to comply with your request" 2. (of an article) meet specified standards. "all secondhand furniture must comply with the new standards"
Come up
1. (of an issue, situation, or problem) occur or present itself, especially unexpectedly. "whatever comes up, we'll be ready" 2. (of the sun) to rise 3. to begin: a wind came up
Assemble
1. (of people) gather together in one place for a common purpose. "a crowd had assembled outside the gates" 2. fit together the separate component parts of (a machine or other object). "a factory that assembled parts for trucks"
Convention
1. A formal meeting of members, representatives, or delegates, as of a political party, fraternal society, profession, or industry. 2. a way in which something is usually done, especially within a particular area or activity. "the woman who overturned so many conventions of children's literature" 3. an agreement between countries covering particular matters, especially one less formal than a treaty. synonyms: agreement, accord
Come to an end
1. Conclude, terminate, as in the familiar proverb, All things come to an end. 2. (come to a bad end);(come to no good) Have a bad outcome or die in an unpleasant way. For example, I always suspected this venture would come to no good, or Her parents feared he would come to a bad end.
Turn out
1. To be found to be, as after experience or trial: The rookie turned out to be the team's best hitter. 2. To end up; result: The cake turned out beautifully.
Get into
1. To become involved in: got into trouble by stealing cars. 2. Informal To be interested in: got into gourmet cooking. 3. To affect, especially negatively: What's gotten into you lately?
Commit
1. To do, perform, or perpetrate "to commit murder" "to commit an error" 2. To bind or obligate, as by a pledge. "to commit oneself to a promise" "to be committed to a course of action."
Dedicate
1. To set apart for a special use: dedicated their money to scientific research. 2. To commit (oneself) to a particular course of thought or action: dedicated ourselves to starting our own business. See: devote.
Notion
1. a conception of or belief about something. "children have different notions about the roles of their parents" synonyms: idea, belief 2. an impulse or desire, especially one of a whimsical kind. "she had a notion to call her friend at work"
Trauma
1. a deeply distressing or disturbing experience. "a personal trauma like the death of a child" 2. physical injury. synonyms: injury, damage, wound
Assembly
1. a group of people gathered together in one place for a common purpose. "an assembly of scholars and poets" synonyms: gathering, meeting 2. the action of gathering together as a group for a common purpose. "a decree guaranteeing freedom of assembly" 3. the action of fitting together the component parts of a machine or other object. "a car assembly plant"
Substance
1. a particular kind of matter with uniform properties. "a steel tube coated with a waxy substance" synonyms: material, matter, stuff 2. the real physical matter of which a person or thing consists and which has a tangible, solid presence. "proteins compose much of the actual substance of the body"
Outlook
1. a person's point of view or general attitude to life. "broaden your outlook on life" synonyms: point of view, viewpoint, views, opinion, (way of) thinking, perspective 2. a view. "the pleasant outlook from the lodge window" synonyms: view, vista, prospect, panorama, scene, aspect
Proposition
1. a statement or assertion that expresses a judgement or opinion. "the proposition that high taxation is undesirable" synonyms: theory, hypothesis, thesis, argument, premise 2. a suggested scheme or plan of action, especially in a business context. "a detailed investment proposition" synonyms: proposal, scheme, plan, project
Tolerate
1. allow the existence, occurrence, or practice of (something that one does not necessarily like or agree with) without interference. "a regime unwilling to tolerate dissent" 2. be capable of continued subjection to (a drug, toxin, or environmental condition) without adverse reaction. "lichens grow in conditions that no other plants tolerate" 3. accept or endure (someone or something unpleasant or disliked) with forbearance. "how was it that she could tolerate such noise?" synonyms: endure, put up with, bear, take, stand,
Tendency
1. an inclination toward a particular characteristic or type of behavior. "for students, there is a tendency to socialize in the evenings" 2. a group within a larger political party or movement. "the dominant tendency in the party remained right-wing"
Realize
1. become fully aware of (something) as a fact; understand clearly. "he realized his mistake at once" 2. cause to happen. "his worst fears have been realized"
Take (something) up
1. become interested or engaged in a pursuit. "she took up tennis at the age of 11" synonyms: engage in, practice 2. occupy time, space, or attention. "I don't want to take up any more of your time" synonyms: consume, fill, absorb, use, occupy
Conceive
1. become pregnant with (a child). "she was conceived when her father was 49" 2. form or devise (a plan or idea) in the mind. "the dam project was originally conceived in 1977"
Driven
1. being under compulsion, as to succeed or excel."a driven young man who was fiercely competitive." 2. propelled or motivated by something —used in combination <results-driven>.
Violate
1. break or fail to comply with (a rule or formal agreement). "they violated the terms of a ceasefire" 2. treat (something sacred) with irreverence or disrespect. "he was accused of violating a tomb"
Pick something up
1. collect something that has been left elsewhere. "Wanda came over to pick up her things" 2. obtain, acquire, or learn something, especially without formal arrangements or instruction. "he had picked up a little Russian from his father"
Gather
1. come together; assemble or accumulate. "as soon as a crowd gathered, the police came" 2. bring together and take in from scattered places or sources. "information that we have gathered about people"
Include
1. comprise or contain as part of a whole. "the price includes dinner, bed, and breakfast" 2. make part of a whole or set. "we have included some hints for beginners in this section"
Accept
1. consent to receive or undertake (something offered). "he accepted a pen as a present" synonyms: receive, agree to receive, welcome, take 2. believe or come to recognize (a proposition) as valid or correct. "this tentative explanation came to be accepted by the men" synonyms: believe, trust, give credence to, credit 3. tolerate or submit to (something unpleasant or undesired). "they accepted the need to cut overheads" synonyms: tolerate 4. receive as adequate, valid, or suitable. "the college accepted her as a student" 5. regard favourably or with approval; welcome. "the Irish never accepted him as one of them" synonyms: welcome, greet, let in, receive
Improvise
1. create and perform (music, drama, or verse) spontaneously or without preparation. "the ability to improvise operatic arias in any given style" 2. produce or make (something) from whatever is available. "I improvised a costume for myself out of an old blue dress"
Depression
1. feelings of severe despondency and dejection. "self-doubt creeps in and that swiftly turns to depression" 2. a long and severe recession in an economy or market. "the depression in the housing market"
Unearth
1. find (something) in the ground by digging. "workmen unearthed an ancient artillery shell" synonyms: dig up, excavate 2. drive (an animal, especially a fox) out of a hole or burrow.
Provide
1. make available for use; supply. "these clubs provide a much appreciated service for this area" synonyms: supply, give, issue, furnish 2. make adequate preparation for (a possible event). "new qualifications must provide for changes in technology"
Indecent
1. not conforming with generally accepted standards of behaviour, especially in relation to sexual matters. "indecent acts" 2. not appropriate or fitting. "they leaped on the suggestion with indecent haste"
Approve
1. officially agree to or accept as satisfactory. "the budget was approved by parliament" synonyms: accept, agree to 2. believe that someone or something is good or acceptable. "I don't approve of romance" synonyms: agree with, hold with, endorse, support
Indicate
1. point out; show. "dotted lines indicate the text's margins" 2. suggest as a desirable or necessary course of action. "treatment for shock may be indicated"
Prevail
1. prove more powerful or superior. "it is hard for logic to prevail over emotion" synonyms: win 2. persuade (someone) to do something. "she was prevailed upon to give an account of her work"
Twiddle my thumbs
1. rotate one's thumbs around each other with the fingers linked together. 2. be bored or idle because one has nothing to do. synonyms: be idle, do nothing, kill time, waste time "don't just sit there twiddling your thumbs"
Prosper
1. succeed in material terms; be financially successful. "his business prospered" 2. flourish physically; grow strong and healthy. "areas where grey squirrels cannot prosper"
Conspiracy
1. the act of conspiring. 2. an evil, unlawful, treacherous, or surreptitious plan formulated in secret by two or more persons; plot. 3. a combination of persons for a secret, unlawful, or evil purpose: He joined the conspiracy to overthrow the government.
Intellect
1. the faculty of reasoning and understanding objectively, especially with regard to abstract matters. "he was a man of action rather than of intellect" 2. a person's mental powers. plural noun: intellects "her keen intellect"
Strength
1. the quality or state of being strong, in particular. 2. a good or beneficial quality or attribute of a person or thing. "the strengths and weaknesses of their sales and marketing operation" synonyms: strong point, advantage, asset
Presence
1. the state or fact of existing, occurring, or being present. "my presence in the flat made her happy" 2. a person or thing that exists or is present in a place but is not seen.
Fulfill
1. to carry out, or bring to realization, as a prophecy or promise. 2. to perform or do, as duty; obey or follow, as commands.
Bright
: producing a lot of light : filled with light : having a very light and strong color : able to learn things quickly
Curiosity
A desire to know or learn.
Experiment
A test under controlled conditions that is made to demonstrate a known truth, examine the validity of a hypothesis, or determine the efficacy of something previously untried.
Clothes - Tracksuit
A tracksuit is an article of clothing consisting of two parts: trousers and a jacket usually with front zipper. It was originally intended for use in sports
Come across
Also, come upon. to find or encounter, especially by chance: "I came across this picture when I was cleaning out the attic. We suddenly came upon a deer while walking in the woods."
By then
By that time. By the time that.
Alongside
By the side of; side by side with.
Bigotry
Intolerance toward those who hold different opinions from oneself. "the difficulties of combating prejudice and bigotry"
Bare
Lacking the usual or appropriate covering or clothing; naked
Annual
Occurring every year
Come up with
Produce, supply; also, discover. "Henry always comes up with the wrong answer"
Mandatory
Required by law or rules
Alertness
State of consciousness in which one is aware, able to think, and able to respond to the environment; nearly synonymous with arousal.
Distressed
Suffering from anxiety, sorrow, or pain
Assimilate
Take in (information, ideas, or culture) and understand fully: "assimilate the week's events"
Personnel
The body of persons employed by or active in an organization, business, or service.
Immunity
The quality or condition of being immune
Concur
To be of the same opinion; agree
Run out of
To become used up; be exhausted
Discredit
To damage in reputation; disgrace.
Delude
To deceive the mind or judgment of
Determine
To decide or settle (a dispute, for example) conclusively and authoritatively.
Distribute
To divide and dispense in portions.
Debate
To engage in argument by discussing opposing points
Get - Get away with
To escape the consequences of (a blameworthy act, for example): got away with cheating.
Complain
To express feelings of pain, dissatisfaction, or resentment.
Attain
To gain as an objective; achieve: attain a diploma by hard work.
Betray
To give aid or information to an enemy of; commit treason against, unintentionally reveal; be evidence of.
Borrow
To receive for temporary use
Ploy
a cunning plan or action designed to turn a situation to one's own advantage. "the president has dismissed the referendum as a ploy to buy time"
Discount
a deduction from the usual cost of something, typically given for prompt or advance payment or to a special category of buyers. "many stores will offer a discount on bulk purchases"
Statement
a definite or clear expression of something in speech or writing. "do you agree with this statement?" synonyms: declaration
Emblem
a heraldic device or symbolic object as a distinctive badge of a nation, organization, or family. "America's national emblem, the bald eagle"
Herd
a large group of animals, especially hoofed mammals, that live, feed, or migrate together or are kept together as livestock. "a herd of elephants"
Wharf
a level quayside area to which a ship may be moored to load and unload. synonyms: quay, pier, dock
MED - General practitioner (GP)
a medical doctor who is trained to provide primary health care to patients of either sex and any age.
Tranquilizer
a medicinal drug taken to reduce tension or anxiety.
Gesture
a movement of part of the body, especially a hand or the head, to express an idea or meaning. "Alex made a gesture of apology"
Portion
a part of a whole. "a portion of the jetty still stands"
Pessimist
a person who habitually sees or anticipates the worst or is disposed to be gloomy
Hint
a slight or indirect indication or suggestion. "he has given no hint of his views"
Pantry
a small room or closet in which food, dishes, and utensils are kept.
Pill
a small round mass of solid medicine to be swallowed whole. synonyms: tablet, capsule
Noise
a sound, esp. one that is loud or unpleasant or that causes disturbance.
Privilege
a special right, advantage, or immunity granted or available only to a particular person or group. "education is a right, not a privilege" synonyms: advantage, right, benefit
Stall
a stand, booth, or compartment for the sale of goods in a market or large covered area.
Desperation
a state of despair, typically one which results in rash or extreme behaviour. "she wrote to him in desperation" synonyms: hopelessness, despair
Threat
a statement of an intention to inflict pain, injury, damage, or other hostile action on someone in retribution for something done or not done.
Allegation
a statement that is unproven and needs to be proven
Frill
a strip of gathered or pleated material sewn on to a garment or larger piece of material as a decorative edging or ornament. "a full skirt with a wide frill"
Exclamation
a sudden cry or remark expressing surprise, strong emotion, or pain. "an exclamation of amazement"
Whim
a sudden desire or change of mind, especially one that is unusual or unexplained. "she bought it on a whim" synonyms: impulse, urge, notion, fancy
pillar
a tall vertical structure of stone, wood, or metal, used as a support for a building, or as an ornament or monument. synonyms: column
Intention
a thing intended; an aim or plan. "she was full of good intentions" synonyms: aim, purpose, intent, objective
Opinion
a view or judgment formed about something, not necessarily based on fact or knowledge. "I'm writing to voice my opinion on an issue of great importance" synonyms: belief, judgment
Inadvertent
accidental
Eviction
action by a landlord that compels a tenant to leave the premises
Extra
added to an existing or usual amount or number.
Surrounding
all around a particular place or thing. "the surrounding countryside"
Surplus
an amount of something left over when requirements have been met; an excess of production or supply over demand. "exports of food surpluses"
Fortune
an amount of wealth or material prosperity, esp, when unqualified, a great amount.
Clothes - Apparel
another word for clothes, clothing and garments
Apprehension
anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen.
Herb
any plant with leaves, seeds, or flowers used for flavoring, food, medicine, or perfume. "bundles of dried herbs"
Enviable
arousing or likely to arouse envy.
Recently
at a recent time; not long ago. "I recently bought a CD player"
Mug (v)
attack and rob (someone) in a public place. "he was mugged by three men who stole his bike"
Digest
break down (food) in the alimentary canal into substances that can be absorbed and used by the body.
Collect
bring or gather together (things, typically when scattered or widespread).
Antagonise
cause (someone) to become hostile; "Don't antagonize your boss"
Utterly
completely and without qualification; absolutely. "he looked utterly ridiculous" synonyms: completely, totally, absolutely, entirely, wholly, fully, thoroughly, quite
Obey
comply with the command, direction, or request of (a person or a law); submit to the authority of.
Lawful
conforming to, permitted by, or recognized by law or rules. "it is an offense to carry a weapon in public without lawful authority" synonyms: legitimate, legal
Sacred
connected with God or a god or dedicated to a religious purpose and so deserving veneration. "sacred rites" synonyms: holy
Deliberately
consciously and intentionally; on purpose.
Endorse
declare one's public approval or support of. "the report was endorsed by the college"
Rely
depend on with full trust or confidence. "I know I can rely on your discretion" synonyms: depend, count
Noticeable
easily seen or noticed; clear or apparent. "a noticeable increase in staff motivation" synonyms: distinct, evident, obvious, apparent
Fancy
elaborate in structure or decoration. "the furniture was very fancy"
Incite
encourage or stir up (violent or unlawful behavior).
Incentive
encouragement
Bearable
endurable; tolerable x= unbearable
Prohibit
formally forbid (something) by law, rule, or other authority. "all ivory trafficking between nations is prohibited" synonyms: forbid, ban
Acceptable
good enough; allowed or approved x=unacceptable
Accurate
gradually gather or acquire (a resulting whole). "her goal was to accumulate a huge fortune"
Zeal
great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or an objective. "his zeal for privatization"
Exist
have objective reality or being. "dossiers existed on almost everyone of prominence"
Frankly
honestly, openly
Diagnose
identify the nature of (an illness or other problem) by examination of the symptoms. "doctors diagnosed a rare and fatal liver disease"
Regretfully
in a regretful manner. "he sighed regretfully"
Discrete
individually separate and distinct. "speech sounds are produced as a continuous sound signal rather than discrete units"
Abhorrent
inspiring disgust and loathing; repugnant.
Flimsy
insubstantial and easily damaged. "a flimsy barrier"
Hostility
intense aggression
Misery
intense unhappiness, discomfort, or suffering; wretchedness
Enhance
intensify, increase, or further improve the quality, value, or extent of. "his refusal does nothing to enhance his reputation" synonyms: increase, add to, intensify, magnify, amplify, inflate, strengthen
Noteworthy
interesting, significant, or unusual. "it is noteworthy that no one at the bank has accepted responsibility for the failure" synonyms: notable
Disturb
interfere with the normal arrangement or functioning of. "being sent to jail had apparently not disturbed his cheerfulness"
Abducted
kidnapped
Awkward
lacking grace or ease
Popular
liked or admired by many people or by a particular person or group. "she was one of the most popular girls in the school"
Gaze
look steadily and intently, especially in admiration, surprise, or thought. "he could only gaze at her in astonishment"
Frequently
many times at short intervals
Precise
marked by exactness and accuracy of expression or detail. "precise directions" synonyms: exact, accurate
Turn around
move so as to face in the opposite direction. "Alice turned around and walked down the corridor"
Overseas
n or to a foreign country, especially one across the sea. "he spent quite a lot of time working overseas"
Nebulous
not developed or clear enough to describe
Coincide (with)
occur at or during the same time.
Mumble
speak in a low voice
Stand up for
speak or act in support of. "she learned to stand up for herself"
Ingest
take (food, drink, or another substance) into the body by swallowing or absorbing it. "lead will poison anyone if enough is ingested"
Expense
the cost incurred in or required for something. "conference rooms were equipped at great expense"
Infection
the process of infecting or the state of being infected. "strict hygiene will limit the risk of infection"
Diversity
the state of being diverse; variety. "there was considerable diversity in the style of the reports"
Sarcasm
the use of irony to mock or convey contempt. "she didn't like the note of sarcasm in his voice"
Summon
to call upon to do something specified
Compete
to strive to outdo another for acknowledgment, a prize, supremacy, profit, etc.; engage in a contest; vie: "to compete in a race; to compete in business."
Strike A Pose
to take on a certain position or posture
Inevitable
unavoidable
Discrimination
unfair treatment of a person, racial group, minority, etc; action based on prejudice
Accidentally
unintentionally
Entire
with no part left out; whole.
Intercept
(v) obstruct (someone or something) so as to prevent them from continuing to a destination. "intelligence agencies intercepted a series of telephone calls" synonyms: stop, head off, cut off (n) an act or instance of intercepting something. "he read the file of radio intercepts"
Catastrophe
1. a sudden and widespread disaster: "the catastrophe of war." 2. any misfortune, mishap, or failure; fiasco: "The play was so poor our whole evening was a catastrophe."
Manner
1. a way of doing, being done, or happening; mode of action, occurrence, etc.: I don't like the manner in which he complained. 2. a person's outward bearing; way of speaking to and treating others: She has a charming manner. 3. characteristic or customary way of doing, making, saying, etc.: houses built in the 19th-century manner.
Technically
1. according to the facts or exact meaning of something; strictly. "technically, a nut is a single-seeded fruit" synonyms: strictly, strictly speaking, in fact 2. with reference to the technique displayed. "a technically brilliant boxing contest"
Infect
1. affect (a person, organism, etc.) with a disease-causing organism. "the chance that a child may have been infected with HIV" 2. contaminate (air, water, etc.) with harmful organisms. "the bacteria can get into a crop from an infected water supply"
Install
1. place or fix (equipment or machinery) in position ready for use. "we're planning to install a new shower" 2. place (someone) in a new position of authority, especially with ceremony. "he was installed as Prime Minister in 1966"
combination
1. the act of combining or the state of being combined. 2. a number of things combined: "a combination of ideas." 3. something formed by combining: "A chord is a combination of notes."
Hang out
1. to suspend, be suspended, or lean 2. to live at or frequent a place: the police know where the thieves hang out. 3. (foll by: with) to frequent the company (of someone)
Address (v)
1. write the name and address of the intended recipient on (an envelope, letter, or package). "I addressed my letter to him personally" 2. think about and begin to deal with (an issue or problem). "a fundamental problem has still to be addressed"
Anticipate
Guess or be aware of (what will happen) and take action in order to be prepared
Humanity
1. the human race; human beings collectively. "appalling crimes against humanity" 2. humaneness; benevolence. "he praised them for their standards of humanity, care, and dignity"
As well
also, in addition to
Fabulous
amazingly or almost unbelievably great or impressive
Sue
institute legal proceedings against (a person or institution), typically for redress.
Chronic
(adj) 1.constant; habitual; inveterate: a chronic liar. 2.continuing a long time or recurring frequently: a chronic state of civil war. 3.having long had a disease, habit, weakness, or the like: a chronic invalid. 4.(of a disease) having long duration (opposed to acute ).
Degraded
(adj) treated or regarded with contempt or disrespect. "she had felt cheap and degraded" - reduced in quality; inferior. "it will grow successfully even on degraded land"
Notable
(adj) worthy of attention or notice; remarkable. "the gardens are notable for their collection of magnolias and camellias" synonyms: noteworthy, remarkable (n) a famous or important person. "businessmen and local notables" synonyms: celebrity, public figure
Interest
(n) 1. the feeling of wanting to know or learn about something or someone. "she looked about her with interest" 2. money paid regularly at a particular rate for the use of money lent, or for delaying the repayment of a debt. "the monthly rate of interest" (v) excite the curiosity or attention of (someone). "I thought the book might interest Eliot"
Monetize
- convert into or express in the form of currency. - to utilize (something of value) as a source of profit.
Arid
(of land or a climate) having little or no rain; too dry or barren to support vegetation.
Restraint
1. a measure or condition that keeps someone or something under control. "decisions are made within the financial restraints of the budget" 2. unemotional, dispassionate, or moderate behaviour; self-control. "he urged the protestors to exercise restraint" synonyms: self-control, self-restraint, self-discipline
Generation
1. all of the people born and living at about the same time, regarded collectively. "one of his generation's finest songwriters" 2. the production or creation of something. "methods of electricity generation"
Reap
1. cut or gather (a crop or harvest). "many men were employed to reap the harvest" 2. receive (something, especially something beneficial) as a consequence of one's own or another's actions. "the company is poised to reap the benefits of this investment"
Lighten up
1. make more cheerful; "the conversation lightened me up a bit" 2. become lighter; "The room lightened up"
Take advantage of
1. make unfair demands on (someone) who cannot or will not resist; exploit or make unfair use of for one's own benefit. "people tend to take advantage of a placid nature" 2. make good use of the opportunities offered by (something). "take full advantage of the facilities available"
Sensitive
1. quick to detect or respond to slight changes, signals, or influences. "the new method of protein detection was more sensitive than earlier ones" synonyms: responsive to 2. having or displaying a quick and delicate appreciation of others' feelings. "I pay tribute to the Minister for his sensitive handling of the bill"
Approval
1. the action of approving something. "the road schemes have been given approval" synonyms: acceptance, agreement 2. the belief that someone or something is good or acceptable. "step-parents need to win a child's approval" synonyms: approbation, appreciation, favour, liking, encouragement, support, acceptance
Blank
: without any writing, marks, or pictures. : having empty spaces to be filled in with information : not yet written in or filled out. : without any recorded sound or information.
Tempting
appealing to or attracting someone, even if wrong or inadvisable. "a tempting financial offer" synonyms: alluring, attractive, appealing, inviting, captivating, seductive, fascinating
Pretentious
attempting to impress by affecting greater importance or merit than is actually possessed. "pretentious art films"
Encourage
give support, confidence, or hope to (someone). "we were encouraged by the success of this venture"
Eventually
in the end, especially after a long delay, dispute, or series of problems. "eventually, after midnight, I arrived at the hotel"
Reveal
make (previously unknown or secret information) known to others. "Brenda was forced to reveal Robbie's whereabouts"
Degradation
the condition or process of degrading or being degraded. "a trail of human misery and degradation"
Destiny
the events that will necessarily happen to a particular person or thing in the future.
Disparate
(adj) essentially different in kind; not allowing comparison. "they inhabit disparate worlds of thought"
Serve
(v) 1. perform duties or services for (another person or an organization). "Malcolm has served the church very faithfully" synonyms: work for, be in the service of, perform duties for 2. present (food or drink) to someone. "they serve wine instead of beer"
Permeable
(of a material or membrane) allowing liquids or gases to pass through it. "a frog's skin is permeable to water"
Bred
(of a person or animal) reared in a specified environment or way. "a city-bred man" -past and participle of breed.
Eager
(of a person) wanting to do or have something very much. "the man was eager to please"
Dramatic
(of an event or circumstance) sudden and striking. "a dramatic increase in recorded crime"
Fragile
(of an object) easily broken or damaged. "fragile items such as glass and china"
Hold hands
(of two or more people) clasp each other by the hand, typically as a sign of affection.
In return
(often followed by `for') in exchange or in reciprocation
Aware
(sometimes followed by `of') having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception
Shout
(v) (of a person) utter a loud cry, typically as an expression of a strong emotion. "she shouted for joy" synonyms: yell, cry, cry out (n) a loud cry expressing a strong emotion or calling attention. "his words were interrupted by warning shouts" synonyms: yell, cry, call, roar
Roam
(v) - move about or travel aimlessly or unsystematically, especially over a wide area. "tigers once roamed over most of Asia" - travel unsystematically over, through, or about (a place). "gangs of youths roamed the streets unopposed" synonyms: wander, rove, ramble - (of a person's mind or thoughts) drift along without dwelling on anything in particular. "he let his mind roam as he walked"
Tend
(v) - regularly or frequently behave in a particular way or have a certain characteristic. "written language tends to be formal" synonyms: be inclined - be liable to possess or display (a particular characteristic). "Walter tended toward corpulence"
Burst
(v) 1. (of a container) break suddenly and violently apart, spilling the contents, typically as a result of an impact or internal pressure. "we inflated dozens of balloons and only one burst" (n) 1. (Military). the explosion of a projectile, especially in a specified place: "an air burst." -a rapid sequence of shots fired by one pull on the trigger of an automatic weapon: "A burst from the machine gun shattered all the windows."
Tremble
(v) shake involuntarily, typically as a result of anxiety, excitement, or frailty. "Isobel was trembling with excitement" synonyms: shake (n) a trembling feeling, movement, or sound. "there was a slight tremble in his voice" synonyms:tremor, shake
Insult
(v) speak to or treat with disrespect or scornful abuse. "you're insulting the woman I love" (n) a disrespectful or scornfully abusive remark or act. "he hurled insults at us"
Glance
(v) take a brief or hurried look. "Ginny glanced at her watch" (n) a brief or hurried look. "I stole a glance at John"
Overhaul
(v) take apart (a piece of machinery or equipment) in order to examine it and repair it if necessary. "a company that overhauls and repairs aircraft engines" (n) a thorough examination of machinery or a system, with repairs or changes made if necessary. "a major overhaul of environmental policies"
Aim
(v)1-point or direct (a weapon or camera) at a target. "aim the camcorder at some suitable object" 2-have the intention of achieving. "new French cooking aims at producing clear, fresh flavors and light textures"
Profound
(adj) 1. (of a state, quality, or emotion) very great or intense. "profound feelings of disquiet" 2. (of a person or statement) having or showing great knowledge or insight. "a profound philosopher"
Tricky
(adj) 1. (of a task, problem, etc.) requiring care and skill because difficult or awkward. "applying eyeliner can be a tricky business" synonyms: difficult, awkward, problematic, delicate 2. deceitful or crafty. "I wouldn't trust her—she's tricky"
Reliable
(adj) consistently good in quality or performance; able to be trusted. "a reliable source of information" Antonyms: unreliable (n) a reliable person or thing. "the supporting cast includes old reliables like Mitchell"
Inherent
(adj) existing in something as a permanent, essential, or characteristic attribute. "any form of mountaineering has its inherent dangers"
Abstract
(adj) existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence.
Prior
(adj) existing or coming before in time, order, or importance. "he has a prior engagement this evening" synonyms: earlier, previous, preceding, foregoing
Initial
(adj) existing or occurring at the beginning. "our initial impression was favourable" (v) mark or sign (a document) with one's initials in order to authorize or validate it. "the man initialled the three warrants"
Due
(adj) expected at or planned for at a certain time. "the baby's due in August" (n)1. a person's right; what is owed to someone. "he attracts more criticism than is his due" 2. an obligatory payment; a fee. "he had paid union dues for years"
Separate
(adj) forming or viewed as a unit apart or by itself. "this raises two separate issues" synonyms: unconnected, unrelated (v) 1. cause to move or be apart. "police were trying to separate two rioting mobs" synonyms: part, split (up), break up, move apart 2. divide into constituent or distinct elements. "the processed milk had separated into curds and whey"
Efficient
(especially of a system or machine) achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense. "fluorescent lamps are efficient at converting electricity into light"
Sort
(n)a category of things or people having some common feature; a type. "if only we knew the sort of people she was mixing with" synonyms: type, kind, nature, manner, variety (v) arrange systematically in groups; separate according to type, class, etc. "she sorted out the clothes, some to be kept, some to be thrown away" synonyms: classify, class, categorize
Appeal
(n): the quality of being attractive or interesting. a serious or urgent request, typically one made to the public. (v): be attractive or interesting. make a serious or urgent request, typically to the public.
Shine
(n): the quality of being bright and sending out rays of light. (v): be clear and obvious; be distinguished or eminent; throw or flash the light of (a lamp); emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light
Harvest
(n)n the process or period of gathering in crops. "helping with the harvest" (v) gather (a crop) as a harvest. "after harvesting, most of the crop is stored in large buildings"
Amenity
a desirable or useful feature or facility of a building or place.
Afterlife
a form of existence believed to continue after death
Clan
a group of people united by actual or perceived kinship and descent.
Method
a particular form of procedure for accomplishing or approaching something, especially a systematic or established one. "a method for software maintenance" synonyms: procedure, technique, system, practice, routine
Enthusiast
a person who is highly interested in a particular activity or subject.
Perpetrator
a person who perpetrates, or commits, an illegal, criminal, or evil act. "The perpetrators of this heinous crime must be found and punished to the fullest extent of the law."
Participant
a person who takes part in something. "staff are to be active participants in the decision-making process" synonyms: participator, contributor, sharer, party
Journalist
a person who writes for newspapers or magazines or prepares news to be broadcast on radio or television. "foreign journalists had been expelled from the area" synonyms: reporter, correspondent
Spanner
a wrench with a hook or pin at one or both ends of the head for engaging corresponding notches or holes on the object to be turned
Accomplish
achieve or complete successfully.
Earn
acquire or deserve by one's efforts or actions
Sustainability
1. the ability to be sustained, supported, upheld, or confirmed. 2. Environmental Science. the quality of not being harmful to the environment or depleting natural resources, and thereby supporting long-term ecological balance: The committee is developing sustainability standards for products that use energy.
Perception
1. the ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses. "the normal limits to human perception" 2. the state of being or process of becoming aware of something through the senses. "the perception of pain" synonyms: recognition, awareness 3. a way of regarding, understanding, or interpreting something; a mental impression. "Hollywood's perception of the tastes of the American public"
Collaboration
1. the act or process of collaborating. 2. a product resulting from collaboration: This dictionary is a collaboration of many minds.
Evasion
1. the action of evading something. 2. an act or instance of escaping, avoiding, or shirking something "evasion of one's duty." 3. an indirect answer; a prevaricating excuse.
Expression
1. the action of making known one's thoughts or feelings. "the prisoners developed a dialect as an everyday means of expression" 2. a look on someone's face that conveys a particular emotion. "a sad expression"
Redemption
1. the action of saving or being saved from sin, error, or evil. "God's plans for the redemption of his world" 2. the action of regaining or gaining possession of something in exchange for payment, or clearing a debt. "the peasants found the terms of redemption unattractive"
Recognition
1. the action or process of recognizing or being recognized, in particular 2. acknowledgement of the existence, validity, or legality of something. "the unions must receive proper recognition"
Arrangement
1. the action, process, or result of arranging or being arranged. "the arrangement of the furniture in the room" 2. plans or preparations for a future event. "all the arrangements for the wedding were made"
Necessity
1. the fact of being required or indispensable. "the necessity of providing parental guidance should be apparent" synonyms: essential 2. an indispensable thing. "a good book is a necessity when traveling"
Memory
1. the faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information. "I've a great memory for faces" 2. something remembered from the past; a recollection. "one of my earliest memories is of sitting on his knee"
Frustration
1. the feeling of being upset or annoyed as a result of being unable to change or achieve something. "tears of frustration rolled down her cheeks" 2. the prevention of the progress, success, or fulfilment of something. "the frustration of their wishes"
Nourishment
1. the food or other substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition. "tubers from which plants obtain nourishment" synonyms: food, sustenance, nutriment, nutrition 2. the action of nourishing someone or something. "they suck out the sap and eliminate from it a sweet liquid for the nourishment of their young"
Summit
1. the highest point of a hill or mountain. synonyms: (mountain) top, peak 2. a meeting between heads of government. "a summit conference" synonyms: meeting, negotiation, conference
Threshold
1. the magnitude or intensity that must be exceeded for a certain reaction, phenomenon, result, or condition to occur or be manifested. "nothing happens until the signal passes the threshold" 2. a strip of wood, metal, or stone forming the bottom of a doorway and crossed in entering a house or room. synonyms: doorstep, doorway, entrance
Media
1. the main means of mass communication (television, radio, and newspapers) regarded collectively. "their demands were publicized by the media" 2. plural form of medium.
Capacity
1. the maximum amount that something can contain. "the capacity of the freezer is 1.1 cubic feet" 2. the ability or power to do or understand something. "I was impressed by her capacity for hard work"
Scenery
1. the natural features of a landscape considered in terms of their appearance, especially when picturesque. "spectacular views of mountain scenery" 2. the painted background used to represent natural features or other surroundings on a theatre stage or film set. "they had all helped with scenery and costumes"
Scene
1. the place where an incident in real life or fiction occurs or occurred. "the emergency team were among the first on the scene" synonyms: location, site 2. a sequence of continuous action in a play, film, opera, or book. "a scene from Tarantino's latest movie"
Slate "Clean Slate"
an absence of existing restraints or commitments. "no government starts with a clean sheet"
Concept
an abstract idea; a general notion.
Appraisal
an act of assessing something or someone.
Acquisition
an act of purchase of one company by another.
Obligation
an act or course of action to which a person is morally or legally bound; a duty or commitment.
Deed
an action that is performed intentionally or consciously. "doing good deeds"
Refresher
an activity that refreshes one's skills or knowledge. "candidates take some refresher training before coming back"
Pastime
an activity that someone does regularly for enjoyment rather than work; a hobby. "his favorite pastimes were shooting and golf" synonyms: hobby
Go-getter
an aggressively enterprising person. "boys are expected to be assertive go-getters"
Ceasefire agreement
an agreement between all the main actors in a conflict that terminates military operations
Legacy
an amount of money or property left to someone in a will.
Excess
an amount of something that is more than necessary, permitted, or desirable.
Game changer
an event, idea, or procedure that effects a significant shift in the current way of doing or thinking about something. "a potential game changer that could revitalize the entire US aerospace industry"
Condolences
an expression of sympathy, especially on the occasion of the death of a person's relative or close friend. "we offer our sincere condolences to his widow" synonyms: sympathy, commiseration(s), solace, comfort, consolation
Impression
an idea, feeling, or opinion about something or someone, esp. one formed without conscious thought or on the basis of little evidence.
Swelling
an increase in size of part of the body, typically as a result of injury, infection, or other medical condition
Clue
anything that serves to guide or direct in the solution of a problem, mystery, etc.
Fall Out
argue with someone and never speak to him/her again
Initially
at first. "initially, he thought the new concept was nonsense"
Instantly
at once; immediately. "she fell asleep almost instantly"
Immediately
at once; instantly. "I called immediately for an ambulance"
Rational
based on or in accordance with reason or logic. "I'm sure there's a perfectly rational explanation" synonyms: logical, reasoned
Fit In
be socially compatible with other members of a group. "he feels he should become tough to fit in with his friends"
Gorgeous
beautiful; very attractive
Step in
become involved in a difficult or problematic situation, especially in order to help or prevent something from happening. synonyms: intervene, intercede, involve oneself, become/get involved
Grow
become larger or greater over a period of time; increase.
Expand
become or make larger or more extensive. antonyms: shrink, contract"
Treachery
betrayal or deceit
Obligate
bind or compel (someone), especially legally or morally. "the medical establishment is obligated to take action in the best interest of the public"
Restore
bring back or re-establish (a previous right, practice, or situation). "the government restored confidence in the housing market"
Generate
bring into existence; produce (energy)
Terminate
bring to an end. "he was advised to terminate the contract" synonyms: bring to an end, end, abort
Drop by/in
call informally and briefly as a visitor.
Call off
cancel: postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled
Enthralled
capture the fascinated attention of. "she had been so enthralled by the adventure that she had hardly noticed the cold"
Select
carefully choose as being the best or most suitable. "children must select their GCSE subjects" synonyms: choose, pick
Perpetrate
carry out or commit (a harmful, illegal, or immoral action). "a crime has been perpetrated against a sovereign state"
Persuade
cause (someone) to do something through reasoning or argument. "it wasn't easy, but I persuaded him to do the right thing"
Frustrating
cause (someone) to feel upset or annoyed as a result of being unable to change or achieve something. "it can be very frustrating to find that the size you want isn't there"
Postpone
cause or arrange for (something) to take place at a time later than that first scheduled. "the visit had to be postponed for some time" synonyms: put off, delay
Degrading
causing a loss of self-respect; humiliating. "cruel or degrading treatment"
Irritating
causing annoyance, impatience, or mild anger.
Dreadful
causing or involving great suffering, fear, or unhappiness; extremely bad or serious. "there's been a dreadful accident"
Horrible
causing or likely to cause horror; shocking. "a horrible massacre"
Alter
change or cause to change in character or composition, typically in a comparatively small but significant way. "Eliot was persuaded to alter the passage"
Accuse
charge (someone) with an offense or crime.
Enforce
compel observance of or compliance with (a law, rule, or obligation). "the role of the police is to enforce the law"
Involved
connected or concerned with someone or something, typically on an emotional or personal level.
Vicious
deliberately cruel or violent. "a vicious assault" synonyms: brutal, ferocious, savage, violent
Urinate
discharge urine; pass water. synonyms: go to the toilet
Split Up
divorce/separate
Deliberate
done consciously and intentionally.
Habitual
done frequently and predictably
Furtively
done in a way that is intended to escape notice
Oust
drive out or expel (someone) from a position or place. "he ousted a long-term incumbent by only 500 votes" synonyms: drive out, expel, force out, throw out
Sibling
each of two or more children or offspring having one or both parents in common; a brother or sister. synonyms: brother or sister; brothers and/or sisters "the birth of a sibling is a stressful event in the life of a child"
Impressive
evoking admiration through size, quality, or skill: grand, imposing, or awesome.
Compare
examine and note the similarities or differences
Expertise
expert skill or knowledge in a particular field. "technical expertise" synonyms: skill
Nationwide
extending or reaching throughout the whole nation. "a nationwide hunt"
Comprehensive
extensive, large in scope
Obnoxious
extremely unpleasant.
Crave
feel a powerful desire for (something).
Embarrassed
feeling or showing embarrassment.
Grazing
field or plot of ground where livestock are grazed, pastureland
Solve
find an answer to, explanation for, or means of effectively dealing with (a problem or mystery). "the policy could solve the town's housing crisis" synonyms: resolve, answer, work out, find a solution to, find the key to
For instance
for example
Intimidate
frighten or overawe (someone), esp. in order to make them do what one wants.
Risky
full of the possibility of danger, failure, or loss. "it was much too risky to try to disarm him"
Donate
give (money or goods) for a good cause, for example to a charity. "the proceeds will be donated to an AIDS awareness charity"
Summarize
give a brief statement of the main points of (something). "these results can be summarized in the following table" synonyms: sum up, abridge, condense, encapsulate, outline
Sum up
give a brief summary of something. "Gerard will open the debate and I will sum up" synonyms: summarize, make/give a summary of
Refresh
give new strength or energy to; reinvigorate. "the shower had refreshed her"
Pleasant
giving a sense of happy satisfaction or enjoyment. "a very pleasant evening"
Loyal
giving or showing firm and constant support or allegiance to a person or institution. "he remained loyal to the government" synonyms: faithful, true, devoted
Controversial
giving rise or likely to give rise to public disagreement. "years of wrangling over a controversial bypass"
Occur
happen; take place. "the accident occurred at about 3:30 p.m." synonyms: happen, take place, come about
Dominate
have a commanding influence on; exercise control over. "the company dominates the market for operating system software"
Get Along/On
have a good relationship
Instinctive
having a particular quality or skill spontaneously and without effort or instruction
Aromatic
having a pleasant and distinctive smell. "a massage with aromatic oils" synonyms: fragrant, scented
Ambitious
having a strong desire for success or achievement
Defeated
having been beaten in a battle or other contest. "the defeated army"
Recent
having happened, begun, or been done not long ago; belonging to a past period comparatively close to the present. "his recent visit to Britain"
Awareness
having knowledge of
Meaningless
having no meaning or significance. "the paragraph was a jumble of meaningless words"
Bigoted
having or revealing an obstinate belief in the superiority of one's own opinions and a prejudiced intolerance of the opinions of others.
Indelicate
having or showing a lack of sensitive understanding or tact. "forgive me asking an indelicate question, but how are you off for money?"
Surreal
having the qualities of surrealism; bizarre. "a surreal mix of fact and fantasy" synonyms: unreal, bizarre, unusual
Eligible
having the right to do or obtain something; satisfying the appropriate conditions. "customers who are eligible for discounts"
Pull the trigger
he person who pulls the trigger is the one who does the action that closes or finishes something.
Reckless
heedless of danger or the consequences of one's actions; rash or impetuous. "you mustn't be so reckless"
Backup
help or support. "no police backup could be expected" synonyms: help, support, assistance, aid
MED - physical therapist
highly-educated, licensed health care professionals who can help patients reduce pain and improve or restore mobility - in many cases without expensive surgery and often reducing the need for long-term use of prescription medications and their side effects.
Levity
humor or frivolity, especially the treatment of a serious matter with humor or in a manner lacking due respect. "as an attempt to introduce a note of levity, the words were a disastrous flop"
Clueless
ignorant, unaware, or uninformed: "I remember thinking my mom was clueless when I was a teenager."
Hopefully
in a hopeful manner. "he rode on hopefully"
Incoming
in the process of coming in. "incoming passengers"
Disrupt
interrupt (an event, activity, or process) by causing a disturbance or problem. "a rail strike that could disrupt both passenger and freight service"
Entail
involve (something) as a necessary or inevitable part or consequence. "a situation which entails considerable risks"
Undercover
involving secret work within a community or organization, especially for the purposes of police investigation or espionage. "an undercover police operation"
Vigilant
keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties. "the burglar was spotted by vigilant neighbors" synonyms: watchful, on the lookout, observant
Disorder
lack of order or regular arrangement. "confusion: Your room is in utter disorder"
Permanent
lasting or intended to last or remain unchanged indefinitely. "a permanent ban on the dumping of radioactive waste at sea" synonyms: lasting
Legislation
laws, considered collectively. "tax legislation"
Step out
leave a room or building, typically for a short time.
Get Off
leave a vehicle, aircraft, etc..
Drastic
likely to have a strong or far-reaching effect; radical and extreme. "a drastic reduction of staffing levels"
Dwell
live in or at a specified place. "groups of gypsies still dwell in these caves"
Contemporary
living or occurring at the same time.
Diminished
made smaller or less. "a diminished role for local government"
Splendid
magnificent; very impressive. "a splendid view of Windsor Castle" synonyms: magnificent, sumptuous, grand, impressive, imposing, superb, spectacular
Predominantly
mainly; for the most part. "it is predominantly a coastal bird" synonyms: mainly, mostly, for the most part
Impart
make (information) known; communicate. "teachers had a duty to impart strong morals to their students"
Invite
make a polite, formal, or friendly request to (someone) to go somewhere or to do something. "we were invited to a dinner at the Embassy"
Ensure
make certain that (something) will occur or be the case. "the client must ensure that accurate records are kept"
Utilize
make practical and effective use of. "vitamin C helps your body utilize the iron present in your diet" synonyms: make use of, put to use, use, employ
Verify
make sure or demonstrate that (something) is true, accurate, or justified. "his conclusions have been verified by later experiments"
Delinquency
minor crime, esp. that committed by young people.
Income
money received, especially on a regular basis, for work or through investments. "he has a nice home and an adequate income"
Several
more than two but not many. "the author of several books" synonyms: some, a number of, a few, not very many, a handful of, a small group of, various
Out of
motivated by ; "idleness is the trait of being idle out of a reluctance to work"
Emerge
move out of or away from something and come into view. "black ravens emerged from the fog"
Claptrap
nonsense, especially pompous or important-sounding nonsense
Unbearable
not able to be endured or tolerated. "the heat was getting unbearable" synonyms: intolerable, insufferable, unsupportable, insupportable, unendurable
Unreliable
not able to be relied upon. "he's lazy and unreliable" synonyms: undependable, untrustworthy, irresponsible, reckless
Lost in thought
not aware of what is happening around you because you are thinking about something else
Irrelevant
not connected with or relevant to something.
Intact
not damaged or impaired in any way; complete. "the church was almost in ruins but its tower remained intact"
Incongruous
not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects of something. "the duffel coat looked incongruous with the black dress she wore underneath"
Space-saving
occupying little space; enabling the available space to be used economically. "a space-saving flat LCD screen"
Immediate
occurring or done at once; instant. "the authorities took no immediate action"
Long-term
occurring over or relating to a long period of time. "the long-term unemployed"
Terrific
of great size, amount, or intensity. "there was a terrific bang" synonyms: tremendous, huge, massive, enormous, gigantic
Second-rate
of mediocre or inferior quality.
Sentimental
of or prompted by feelings of tenderness, sadness, or nostalgia. "she felt a sentimental attachment to the place creep over her" synonyms: nostalgic, tender, emotional
Catastrophic
of the nature of a catastrophe, or disastrous event; calamitous: "a catastrophic failure of the dam."
Affiliate
officially attach or connect (a subsidiary group or a person) to an organization. "the college is affiliated with the University of Wisconsin"
Apprentice
one who is learning a trade or occupation, especially as a member of a labor union
Sculptor
one who produces sculptural artwork
Neat
orderly and in a clean condition
Slain
past participle of slay Slay: kill (a person or animal) in a violent way. "St George slew the dragon" synonyms: kill, murder
Keen eye for details
pay great attention to "Susan has a keen eye for detail, so each dress is beautifully finished."
Stick with
persevere or continue with. "I'm happy to stick with the present team"
Vegetation
plants considered collectively, especially those found in a particular area or habitat. "the chalk cliffs are mainly sheer with little vegetation"
Content
pleased, satisfied
Edit
prepare (written material) for publication by correcting, condensing, or otherwise modifying it.
Offer
present or proffer (something) for (someone) to accept or reject as so desired. "may I offer you a drink?"
Emit
produce and discharge (something, especially gas or radiation). "coal-fired power stations continue to emit large quantities of sulfur dioxide"
Loud
producing or capable of producing much noise; easily audible. "they were kept awake by loud music"
Thriving
prosperous and growing; flourishing. "the thriving business George has built up"
Refute
prove (a statement or theory) to be wrong or false; disprove. "these claims have not been convincingly refuted" synonyms: disprove
Scenic
providing or relating to views of impressive or beautiful natural scenery. "the scenic route from Florence to Siena" synonyms: picturesque, pretty, pleasing, attractive, lovely, beautiful, charming
Drag
pull (someone or something) along forcefully, roughly, or with difficulty. "we dragged the boat up the beach"
Jeopardize
put (someone or something) into a situation in which there is a danger of loss, harm, or failure. "a devaluation of the dollar would jeopardize New York's position as a financial centre" synonyms: threaten, endanger
Recommend
put forward (someone or something) with approval as being suitable for a particular purpose or role. "George had recommended some local architects"
Actual
real
Lately
recently; not long ago. "she hasn't been looking too well lately"
Interaction
reciprocal action or influence. "ongoing interaction between the two languages"
Distinguish
recognize or treat (someone or something) as different. "the child is perfectly capable of distinguishing reality from fantasy"
Acknowledge
recognize; admit
Ignore
refuse to take notice of or acknowledge; disregard intentionally. "he ignored her outraged question"
Applicable
relevant or appropriate. "the same considerations are equally applicable to accident claims" synonyms: relevant, appropriate
Refine
remove impurities or unwanted elements from (a substance), typically as part of an industrial process. "sugar was refined by boiling it in huge iron vats" synonyms: purify, clarify, clear, cleanse
Recite
repeat aloud or declaim (a poem or passage) from memory before an audience. "he recited passages of Dante"
Pressing
requiring quick or immediate action or attention. "inflation was the most pressing problem"
Immune
resistant to a particular infection or toxin owing to the presence of specific antibodies or sensitized white blood cells.
Look Up To Someone
respect and admire
Reclaim
retrieve or recover (something previously lost, given, or paid); obtain the return of. "you can reclaim £25 of the £435 deducted" synonyms: get back
Hazardous
risky; dangerous. "we work in hazardous conditions"
Estimate
roughly calculate or judge the value, number, quantity, or extent of.
Teach
show or explain to (someone) how to do something. "she taught him to read" synonyms: educate, instruct
Witty
showing or characterized by quick and inventive verbal humour. "a witty remark" synonyms: humorous, amusing
Negligible
so small or unimportant as to be not worth considering; insignificant. "sound could at last be recorded with incredible ease and at negligible cost"
Figure out
solve or discover the cause of a problem. "he was trying to figure out why the camera wasn't working"
Gratification
the pleasurable emotional reaction of happiness in response to a fulfillment of a desire or goal
Digestion
the process of breaking down food by mechanical and enzymatic action in the alimentary canal into substances that can be used by the body.
Emission
the production and discharge of something, especially gas or radiation. "the effects of lead emission on health"
Belch
to let gas from the stomach out through the mouth
Give (someone) the eye
to look at someone in a way that communicates romantic interest. Ann gave John the eye. It really surprised him. Tom kept giving Sally the
Bore (somebody) to death
to make someone lose interest completely
Run Into Somebody
to meet someone by chance
Induce
to persuade or influence somebody to do or think something
Stand between
to position oneself between things and people, so as to act as a barrier.
Buy Out
to purchase full ownership of something from someone or a group
Hit It Off (with)
to quickly become good friends with someone. "Look how John hit it off with Mary. Yes, they really hit it off."
Go out of business
to stop doing commerce or business. "The new shop will probably go out of business if sales don't get better." "I have to work hard to keep from going out of business."
Halt
to stop, or make somebody or something stop
Beat
to strike violently or forcefully and repeatedly.
Manage to (do something)
to succeed in being able (to do something) despite obstacles; contrive: did you manage to go to sleep?.
Deal (v)
to take action with respect to a thing or person
In favor of
to the advantage of. "the final score was 25-16 in favor of Washington"
As Far As
to the degree that
Put up with
to tolerate or accept somebody or something calmly
Coddle
to treat with extreme or excessive care or kindness
Harass
to trouble, torment, or confuse by continual persistent attacks, questions, etc
Cultivate
to work land or prepare soil for growing crops
Tedious
too long, slow, or dull: tiresome or monotonous. "a tedious journey" synonyms: boring, dull
Flirt With
try to make someone interested
Incompatible With
unable to exist, cooperate, function, or get along with somebody or something else because of basic differences
Tremendous
very great in amount, scale, or intensity. "Penny put in a tremendous amount of time" synonyms: huge, enormous, immense
Overwhelming
very great in amount. "he was elected president by an overwhelming majority"
Enormous
very large in size, quantity, or extent.
Extraordinary
very unusual or remarkable. "the extraordinary plumage of the male"
Infamous
well known for some bad quality or deed. "an infamous war criminal"
Familiar
well known from long or close association. "their faces will be familiar to many of you"
Other Than
with the exception of : except for, besides <other than that, nothing happened>
Off the books
without being included on official financial records. "waiters, cashiers, and busboys often work off the books, getting paid in cash."
Good-For-Nothing
worthless; of no use
Experienced
x= inexperienced
Insane
x= sane
You bet
you may be sure; certainly. "'Would you like this piece of pie?' 'You bet!'"
Manipulation
controlling someone or something to your own advantage, often unfairly or dishonestly: "They have been accused of fraud and stock market manipulations." "There's been so much media manipulation of the facts that nobody knows the truth of the matter." "The country's opposition party claims the president returned to power through political manipulation."
Simultaneously
at the same time
Amateur
engaging or engaged in without payment; nonprofessional.
Engrave
cut or carve (a text or design) on the surface of a hard object. "my name was engraved on the ring"
From scratch
from the very beginning, especially without making use of or relying on any previous work for assistance. "he built his own computer company from scratch"
Wacky
funny or amusing in a slightly odd or peculiar way. "a wacky chase movie"
Obtain
get, acquire, or secure (something). "an opportunity to obtain advanced degrees" Synonyms: get, acquire, come by, secure
Contaminated
rendered unwholesome by contaminants and pollution
On the fly
while in motion or progress. "his deep shot was caught on the fly"
Flawless
without any imperfections or defects; perfect. "her smooth flawless skin"
Reputation
the beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something. "his reputation was tarnished by allegations of bribery"
Morale
the confidence, enthusiasm, and discipline of a person or group at a particular time. "their morale was high" synonyms: confidence, self-confidence, self-esteem, spirit(s), team spirit, enthusiasm
Fate
the development of events outside a person's control, regarded as predetermined by a supernatural power. "fate decided his course for him"
Rudiments
the first principles of (a subject). "she taught the girls the rudiments of reading and writing" synonyms: basic principles, basics, fundamentals, elements, essentials
Hospitality
the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors, or strangers. "Scotland is renowned for its hospitality" synonyms: friendliness, hospitableness, welcome
Authenticity
the genuineness or truth of something
Suffering
the state of undergoing pain, distress, or hardship. "weapons that cause unnecessary suffering"
Likelihood
the state or fact of something's being likely; probability. "young people who can see no likelihood of finding employment"
Consider
think carefully about (something), typically before making a decision.
inconsiderate
thoughtlessly causing hurt or inconvenience to others. "it's inconsiderate of her to go away without telling us"
Remote
(adj) 1. (of a place) situated far from the main centres of population; distant. "the valley is remote from the usual tourist routes" synonyms: faraway, distant, far 2. having very little connection with or relationship to. "the theory seems rather intellectual and remote from everyday experience"
Subjective
(adj) based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions. "his views are highly subjective" synonyms: personal, individual, emotional
Alert
(adj) quick to notice any unusual and potentially dangerous or difficult circumstances; vigilant. (n)1.the state of being watchful for possible danger. 2.an announcement or signal warning of danger. (v)warn (someone) of a danger, threat, or problem, typically with the intention of having it avoided or dealt with."he alerted people to the dangers of smoking"
Under the table
(especially of making a payment) secretly or covertly. "he accepted a slew of payoffs under the table"
Patch
(n) 1. a small piece, scrap, or area of anything: a patch of ice on the road. 2. a piece of cloth or other material used to mend or strengthen a torn or weak point. (v) mend or strengthen (fabric or an item of clothing) by putting a piece of material over a hole or weak point in it. "her jeans were neatly patched"
Margin
(n) 1. the edge or border of something. "the eastern margin of the Indian Ocean" 2. an amount by which a thing is won or falls short. "they won by a convincing 17-point margin" (v) provide with an edge or border. "its leaves are margined with yellow"
Liability
(n) 1. the state of being responsible for something, especially by law. "the partners accept unlimited liability for any risks they undertake" synonyms: accountability, responsibility 2. a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage. "he has become a political liability"
Suffer
(v) experience or be subjected to (something bad or unpleasant). "he'd suffered intense pain" synonyms: hurt, ache, be in pain, feel pain
Repair
(v) fix or mend (a thing suffering from damage or a fault). (n) the action of fixing or mending something. "the truck was beyond repair"
Delegate
(v) to send or appoint (a person) as deputy or representative
Lock
(v)1. fasten or secure (something) with a lock. 2. make or become rigidly fixed or immovable. "he locked his hands behind her neck"
Hang around
1) to stay in a place. 2) to be with another person
Erode
1. (of wind, water, or other natural agents) gradually wear away (soil, rock, or land). "the cliffs on this coast have been eroded by the sea" 2. gradually destroy or be gradually destroyed. "this humiliation has eroded what confidence Jean has"
Crude
1. in a natural or raw state; not yet processed or refined. "crude oil" synonyms: unrefined 2. constructed in a rudimentary or makeshift way. "a relatively crude nuclear weapon"
Execute
1. put (a plan, order, or course of action) into effect. "the corporation executed a series of financial deals" 2. carry out a sentence of death on (a legally condemned person). "he was convicted of treason and executed"
Occupy
1. reside or have one's place of business in (a building). "the apartment she occupies in Manhattan" synonyms: inhabited 2. fill or preoccupy (the mind or thoughts). "her mind was occupied with alarming questions"
Dominion
1. sovereignty; control. "man's attempt to establish dominion over nature"
Publication
1. the preparation and issuing of a book, journal, or piece of music for public sale. "the publication of her first novel" 2. a book or journal issued for public sale. "scientific publications"
Captivate
1. to attract and hold the attention or interest of, as by beauty or excellence; enchant: "Her blue eyes and red hair captivated him." 2. Obsolete. to capture; subjugate.
Collaborate
1. to work, one with another; cooperate, as on a literary work: They collaborated on a novel. 2. to cooperate, usually willingly, with an enemy nation, especially with an enemy occupying one's country: He collaborated with the Nazis during World War II.
Encounter
1. unexpectedly be faced with or experience (something hostile or difficult). "we have encountered one small problem" 2. meet (someone) unexpectedly. "what do we know about the people we encounter in our daily lives?"
Avalanche
A fall or slide of a large mass, as of snow or rock, down a mountainside.
Combat
Fighting, especially armed battle; strife. See Synonyms at conflict.
Highbrow
Of, relating to, or being highly cultured or intellectual: They only attend highbrow events such as the ballet or the opera.
Chew
To bite and grind with the teeth; masticate.
Item
an individual article or unit, esp. one that is part of a list, collection, or set.
Cognitive
aware, perceptive
Arbitrary
based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.
Eradicate
destroy completely; put an end to.
Attract
direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes. cause to come to a place or participate in a venture by offering something of interest, favorable conditions, or opportunities.
Identify
establish or indicate who or what (someone or something) is.
Make sure
establish that something is definitely so; confirm. "go and make sure she's all right" synonyms: check, confirm, make certain, ensure, assure
For Good
forever
Fetch
go for and then bring back (someone or something) for someone. "he ran to fetch help"
Overrate
have a higher opinion of (someone or something) than is deserved. "an overrated player" synonyms: assess too highly, overestimate
Resemble
have a similar appearance to or qualities in common with (someone or something); look or seem like. "some people resemble their dogs"
Justified
having an acceptable reason for the action taken
Furthermore
in addition; besides (used to introduce a fresh consideration in an argument). "this species has a quiet charm and, furthermore, is an easy garden plant"
Adverse
in an opposing direction; contrary to your interests or welfare
In charge Of
in control of someone or something; having the responsibility for someone or something
Mess - Messed up
in disorder; intoxicated, drunk; awful, horrible; damaged
Precisely
in exact terms; without vagueness. "the guidelines are precisely defined"
Nevertheless
in spite of that; notwithstanding; all the same. "statements which, although literally true, are nevertheless misleading"
Punish
inflict a penalty or sanction on (someone) as retribution for an offence, especially a transgression of a legal or moral code. "I have done wrong and I'm being punished for it"
Apparently
it appears that; as far as one knows; seemingly, obviously
Solely
not involving anyone or anything else; only. "he is solely responsible for any debts the company may incur" synonyms: only, simply
Hide
put or keep out of sight; conceal from the view or notice of others.
Aspects
A particular part or feature of something: "the financial aspect can be overstressed".
Have no clue
Have no idea or inkling about something. "Jane doesn't have a clue as to why John won't call her" "Do you know what's wrong with the boiler?-No, I haven't a clue."
Turn - At every turn
In every place; at every moment.
Competitor
a person, team, company, etc., that competes; rival.
(Something) is off
canceled
Cancel
decide or announce that (an arranged or planned event) will not take place.
Inspire
fill (someone) with the urge or ability to do or feel something, especially to do something creative. "his philosophy inspired a later generation of environmentalists"
Contagious
infectious. See: disease
Tonsillitis
inflammation of the tonsils.
Revoke
officially cancel (a decree, decision, or promise). "the men appealed and the sentence was revoked" synonyms: cancel, repeal, rescind, reverse, abrogate, annul
Attribute (v)
regard something as being caused by (someone or something). "he attributed the firm's success to the efforts of the managing director"
Once and for all
now and for the last time; finally.
Appreciate
recognize the full worth of.
Justification
the action of showing something to be right or reasonable. "the justification of revolutionary action"
Confront
to face especially in challenge, oppose
Give (someone) the brush off
to repel someone; to ignore someone. (see also brush off.) The manager gave her the brushoff when she asked for a raise.
Foolproof
(adj) incapable of going wrong or being misused. "a foolproof security system"
Flare up
(n) a sudden outburst of something, especially violence or hostility. "a flare-up between the two countries"
Misfortune
(n) bad luck. "the project was dogged by misfortune"
Charge
(v) 1. to impose or ask as a price or fee: "That store charges $25 for leather gloves." "He didn't charge me for it." 2. to attack by rushing violently against: "The cavalry charged the enemy." 3. to accuse formally or explicitly (usually followed by with): "They charged him with theft." (n) 1. expense or cost: "improvements made at a tenant's own charge." 2. a duty or responsibility laid upon or entrusted to one.
Screen
(v) 1. to select, reject, consider, or group (people, objects, ideas, etc.) by examining systematically: Job applicants were screened by the personnel department. (n) a fixed or movable upright partition used to divide a room, give shelter from draughts, heat, or light, or to provide concealment or privacy. "the Special Branch man remained hidden behind the screen for prosecution witnesses"
Sort Out
1. to find a solution to (a problem, etc), esp to make clear or tidy: it took a long time to sort out the mess. 2. to take or separate, as from a larger group: he sorted out the most likely ones. 3. to organize into an orderly and disciplined group
Attribute
A quality or characteristic inherent in or ascribed to someone or something
Cue
A signal, such as a word or action, used to prompt another event in a performance, such as an actor's speech or entrance, a change in lighting, or a sound effect.
Fraction
A small part; a bit
Essential
Basic or indispensable; necessary
Create
To cause to exist; bring into being.
Gain
To come into possession or use of; acquire
Cope
To contend or strive, especially on even terms or with success
Plenty of (something)
a large or sufficient amount or quantity; more than enough. "I would have plenty of time to get home before my parents arrived"
Up to (do something)
able to do something. "Do you feel up to going back to work today? She just isn't up to staying up so late."
Epidemic
an epidemic occurs when new cases of a certain disease, in a given human population, and during a given period, substantially exceed what is expected based on recent experience.
Injury
an instance of being injured. "she suffered an injury to her back"
Embargo
an official ban on trade or other commercial activity with a particular country.
Hateful
arousing, deserving of, or filled with hatred. "hateful letters of abuse that had come unsigned"
Breathtaking
astonishing or awe-inspiring in quality, so as to take one's breath away.
Seek
attempt to find (something). "they came here to seek shelter from biting winter winds"
Account (v)
consider or regard in a specified way. "her visit could not be accounted a success"
Persist
continue firmly or obstinately in an opinion or a course of action in spite of difficulty, opposition, or failure. "the minority of drivers who persist in drinking"
Ongoing
continuing; still in progress. "ongoing negotiations"
Manipulate
control or influence (a person or situation) cleverly, unfairly, or unscrupulously. "the masses were deceived and manipulated by a tiny group"
Annihilate
destroy utterly; obliterate
Flourishing
developing rapidly and successfully; thriving. "a flourishing career"
Mysterious
difficult or impossible to understand, explain, or identify. "his colleague had vanished in mysterious circumstances" synonyms: puzzling
Experience
direct personal participation or observation; actual knowledge or contact
Controversy
disagreement, typically when prolonged, public, and heated. "he sometimes caused controversy because of his forceful views"
Break Up
end a romantic relationship
Interminable
endless or apparently endless (often used hyperbolically). "we got bogged down in interminable discussions" synonyms: seemingly endless
Evaluate
form an idea of the amount, number, or value of; assess. "the study will assist in evaluating the impact of recent changes" synonyms: assess
Discard
get rid of (someone or something) as no longer useful or desirable
Assertive
having or showing a confident and forceful personality.
Humiliate
make (someone) feel ashamed and foolish by injuring their dignity and self-respect, especially publicly. "you'll humiliate me in front of the whole school!"
Expose
make (something) visible, typically by uncovering it.
Weaken
make or become weaker in power, resolve, or physical strength. "fault lines had weakened and shattered the rocks"
Tremor
minor earth quake
Multi
more than one; many, especially variegated. "multicolor"
Awake
not asleep.
Skeptical
not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations. "the public were deeply sceptical about some of the proposals" synonyms: dubious, doubtful
Immature
not fully developed. "many of the fish caught are immature"
Incompetent
not having or showing the necessary skills to do something successfully. "a forgetful and utterly incompetent assistant"
Off the record
not made as an official or attributable statement. synonyms: unofficial, confidential
Seldom
not often; rarely. "Islay is seldom visited by tourists"
Unrealistic
not realistic. "it was unrealistic to expect changes to be made overnight" synonyms: impractical, impracticable, unworkable, unfeasible
Inappropriate
not suitable or proper in the circumstances. "there are penalties for inappropriate behavior"
Faulty
not working or made correctly; having defects. "a faulty brake"
Crucial
of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis
Elementary
of or relating to the most rudimentary aspects of a subject. "the six stages take students from elementary to advanced level"
Key (something)
of paramount or crucial importance. "she became a key figure in the suffragette movement" synonyms: crucial, central, essential
Vast
of very great extent or quantity; immense. "a vast plain full of orchards" synonyms: huge, extensive, expansive, broad, wide
Divine
of, from, or like God or a god. "heroes with divine powers"
Ban
officially or legally prohibit.
Enrol
officially register as a member of an institution or a student on a course. "he enrolled in drama school"
Ambiguous
open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning.
Spontaneous
performed or occurring as a result of a sudden inner impulse or inclination and without premeditation or external stimulus.
Forecast
predict or estimate (a future event or trend). "rain is forecast for Scotland"
Canned
preserved in a can or jar: "canned peaches."
Distract
prevent (someone) from giving full attention to something. "don't allow noise to distract you from your work"
Financial
relating to finance. "an independent financial adviser"
Universal
relating to or done by all people or things in the world or in a particular group; applicable to all cases. "universal adult suffrage" synonyms: general, ubiquitous, comprehensive
Withstand
remain undamaged or unaffected by; resist. "the structure had been designed to withstand winds of more than 100 mph" synonyms: resist, hold out against, stand firm against
Peel
remove the outer covering or skin from (a fruit, vegetable, or shrimp).
Renovate
restore (something old, especially a building) to a good state of repair. "the old school has been tastefully renovated as a private house" synonyms: modernize, restore, redecorate, refurbish
Limited
restricted in size, amount, or extent; few, small, or short. "a limited number of places are available"
Suitable
right or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation. "these toys are not suitable for children under five" synonyms: acceptable, satisfactory, fitting
Act
see: behave
Adherent
someone who supports a particular party, person, or set of ideas.
Emphasis
special importance, value, or prominence given to something.
Deduct
subtract or take away (an amount or part) from a total. "tax has been deducted from the payments"
Pull (something) off
succeed in achieving or winning something difficult. "he pulled off a brilliant first round win"
Abruptly
sudden and unexpected
Adequate
sufficient
Participate
take part. "thousands participated in a nationwide strike"
Happen
take place; occur. "the afternoon when the disturbance happened"
Admission
the act or process of admitting. a statement acknowledging the truth of something.
Deprivation
the damaging lack of material benefits considered to be basic necessities in a society. "low wages mean that 3.75 million people suffer serious deprivation"
Inception
the establishment or starting point of an institution or activity. "she has been on the board since its inception two years ago" synonyms: establishment, institution, foundation
Assessment
the evaluation or estimation of the nature, quality, or ability of someone or something.
Accountability
the fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility.
Censorship
the practice of officially examining books, movies, etc., and suppressing unacceptable parts.
Contamination
the presence of a minor and unwanted constituent (contaminant) in a material, in a physical body, in the natural environment, at a workplace
Deterioration
the process of becoming progressively worse. "a deterioration in the condition of the patient" synonyms: worsening, decline, decay, collapse, failure, fall
Equity
the quality of being fair and impartial. "equity of treatment"
Convict
to declare somebody guilty of a crime in a court of law
Get rid of
to dispose (of); to remove; to abolish; to lose
Interrupt
to disturb somebody who is busy doing something, causing him or her to stop
Benefit (v)
to do good to; be of service to: a health program to benefit everyone.
Entrusted
to give something to another person to be responsible fo
Exaggerate
to magnify beyond the limits of truth; overstate; represent disproportionately
Improve
to make better
Access
to make contact with or gain access to
Declare
to make known formally, officially, or explicitly
Announce
to make known publicly; proclaim
Convince
to make somebody sure or certain of something. Or to persuade somebody to believe or do something
Has (her/his) sight set on/ Set sight on
to regard having someone or something as one's goal. "He wanted a wife and he had set his sights on Alice." "James set his sights on a law degree."
Up To A Point
to some extent but not completely. synonyms: partly, to some extent
Lose Yourself In Something
to stop worrying about yourself by giving attention to something else
Restless
unable to rest or relax as a result of anxiety or boredom. "the audience grew restless and inattentive" synonyms: uneasy
On your own
unaccompanied by others; alone or unaided. "I have to do things on my own"
Presumably
used to convey that what is asserted is very likely though not known for certain. "it was not yet ten o'clock, so presumably the boys were still at the pub" synonyms: I assume
How often
when you are asking about the number of times that something happens or happened.
Either way
whichever of two given alternatives is the case. "I'm not sure whether he is trying to be clever or controversial, but either way, such writing smacks of racism"
In Vain
without any useful result
Remarkable
worthy of attention; striking. "a remarkable coincidence" synonyms: extraordinary, exceptional, amazing, astonishing, astounding, marvellous
Handy
(adj) 1. convenient to handle or use; useful. "a handy desktop encyclopedia" 2. close at hand. "keep credit cards handy"
Fund
(n): A source of supply. (v): To provide money for paying off the interest or principal of (a debt).
Go wrong
To go amiss; turn out badly: What went wrong with their business?
Become
begin to be
Acquire
buy or obtain (an object or asset) for oneself.
Disappear
cease to be visible.
Dense
closely compacted in substance. "dense volcanic rock"
Intense
of extreme force, degree, or strength
Hazard
a danger or risk. "the hazards of smoking"
Further
(adv) 1- at, to, or by a greater distance (used to indicate the extent to which one thing or person is or becomes distant from another). 2- over a greater expanse of space or time; for a longer way. "we had walked further than I realized" (adj) more distant in space than something else of the same kind. "two men were standing at the further end of the clearing" (v) help the progress or development of (something); promote. "he had depended on using them to further his own career"
Nap
(n&v) sleep lightly or briefly, especially during the day.
Victim
- a person harmed, injured, or killed as a result of a crime, accident, or other event or action. "victims of domestic violence" - a person who is tricked or duped. "the victim of a hoax" - a person who has come to feel helpless and passive in the face of misfortune or ill-treatment. "I saw myself as a victim"
Belonging
1- A personal item that one owns; a possession. Often used in the plural. 2- Acceptance as a natural member or part: a sense of belonging.
Turn up
1- To increase the speed, volume, intensity, or flow of: Turn up the radio. 2- To make an appearance; arrive: Many old friends turned up at the reunion 3- To happen unexpectedly: Something turned up, so I couldn't go.
Blackout
1- a failure of electrical power supply. 2- a suppression of information, esp. one imposed on the media by government. 3- a temporary loss of consciousness.
Platform
1- a raised level surface on which people or things can stand. 2- a standard for the hardware of a computer system, determining what kinds of software it can run.
Flood (v)
1- cover or submerge (a place or area) with water. 2- arrive in overwhelming amounts or quantities.
Bruise
A bruise is an area of skin discoloration. A bruise occurs when small blood vessels break and leak their contents into the soft tissue beneath the skin.
MED - Specialist
A physician whose practice is limited to a particular branch of medicine or surgery, especially one who is certified by a board of physicians
Every man for himself
Each individual puts his or her own interests foremost. For example, In this company no one helps anyone-it's every man for himself.
Lid
a removable or hinged cover for the top of a container. "a large frying pan with a lid"
(Something) off
Not on, attached, or connected: with my shoes off.
Applaud
Show approval or praise by clapping: "the crowd whistled and applauded"; "his speech was loudly applauded".
Biased
Show prejudice for or against (someone or something) unfairly: "the tests were biased against women"
Goofy
Silly; ridiculous
Abuse
The intentional mistreatment or harm of another person
Approach
The method used in dealing with or accomplishing
Doctrine
a rule or principle that forms the basis of a belief, theory, or policy
Devote
To give or apply (one's time, attention, or self) entirely to a particular activity, pursuit, cause, or person.
Contribute
To give or supply in common with others; give to a common fund or for a common purpose.
Authorize
To grant authority or power to.
Express
To make known the feelings or opinions of (oneself), as by statement or art.
Lighten the mood
To make less worried or more cheerful
Explain
To make plain or comprehensible.
Investigate
To observe or inquire into in detail; examine systematically.
Achieve
To perform or carry out with success; accomplish.
Procrastination
To put off doing something, especially out of habitual carelessness or laziness.
Cite
To quote as an authority or example, To summon before a court of law.
Drawer
a box that slides into and out of a piece of furniture (such as a desk) and that is used to store things
Gap
a break or hole in an object or between two objects.
Hedge
a close-set row of bushes, usually with their branches intermingled, forming a barrier or boundary in a garden, lawn, or field
Association
a connection or cooperative link between people or organizations.
Disease
a disordered or abnormal condition of an organ or other part of an organism resulting from the effect of genetic or developmental errors, infection, nutritional deficiency, toxicity, or unfavorable environmental factors; illness; sickness. see: Contagious
Fuss - why all the fuss
a display of unnecessary or excessive excitement, activity, or interest. "I don't know what all the fuss is about"
Emotion
a natural instinctive state of mind deriving from one's circumstances, mood, or relationships with others. "she was attempting to control her emotions"
Knuckles
a part of a finger at a joint where the bone is near the surface, especially where the finger joins the hand. "Charlotte rapped on the window with her knuckles"
Element
a part or aspect of something abstract, especially one that is essential or characteristic. "the death had all the elements of a great tabloid story"
Side effect
a secondary, typically undesirable effect of a drug or medical treatment. "many anti-cancer drugs now in use have toxic side effects"
Vendor
a person or company offering something for sale, especially a trader in the street. "an Italian ice-cream vendor" synonyms: seller, salesperson, salesman, saleswoman, dealer
MED - Appendicitis
a serious medical condition in which the appendix becomes inflamed and painful.
Opportunity
a set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something. "we may see increased opportunities for export"
Recipe
a set of instructions for preparing a particular dish, including a list of the ingredients required. "a traditional Yorkshire recipe"
Habit
a settled or regular tendency or practice, especially one that is hard to give up. "this can develop into a bad habit"
Dump
a site for depositing garbage.
Shortage
a state or situation in which something needed cannot be obtained in sufficient amounts. "a shortage of hard cash" synonyms: scarcity
Possibility
a thing that may happen or be the case. "relegation remains a distinct possibility" synonyms: chance, likelihood, probability
Entity
a thing with distinct and independent existence. "Church and empire were fused in a single entity"
Portable
able to be easily carried or moved, especially because being of a lighter and smaller version than usual. "a portable television"
Gimmick
advertising ploy
Fume
an amount of gas or vapour that smells strongly or is dangerous to inhale. "clouds of exhaust fumes spewed by cars"
Insurgency
an organized rebellion aimed at overthrowing a constituted government through the use of subversion and armed conflict
Centerpiece
an ornament or display placed in the middle of a dining table. - an item, issue, etc. intended to be a focus of attention. "a domestic programme with health care as the centrepiece"
Fault
an unattractive or unsatisfactory feature, especially in a piece of work or in a person's character. "my worst fault is impatience"
Huffy
annoyed or irritated and quick to take offense at petty things. "ask writers for more than a second draft and they get huffy"
Designate
appoint (someone) to a specified position. "he was designated as prime minister"
Instead
as an alternative or substitute.
In the process
as an unintended part of a course of action.
In respect of (or with respect to)
as regards; with reference to. "the two groups were similar with respect to age, sex, and diagnoses" synonyms: concerning, regarding, as regards, in/with regard to, with reference to
According to
as stated by or in, n proportion or relation to.
Interrogate
ask questions of (someone, esp. a suspect or a prisoner) closely, aggressively, or formally.
Ask Out
ask someone to be your boyfriend or girlfriend
Clumsy
awkward in movement or in handling things.
Admittedly
by general admission; confessedly
Isolate
cause (a person or place) to be or remain alone or apart from others.
Creepy
causing an unpleasant feeling of fear or unease. "the creepy feelings one often gets in a strange house"
Disturbing
causing anxiety; worrying. "disturbing unemployment figures"
Fatal
causing death. "a fatal accident" synonyms: deadly, lethal
Unpleasant
causing discomfort, unhappiness, or revulsion; disagreeable. "an unpleasant smell"
Agonizing
causing great physical or mental pain.
Stressful
causing mental or emotional stress. "corporate finance work can be stressful" synonyms: demanding, trying, taxing, difficult, hard, tough
Tragic
causing or characterized by extreme distress or sorrow. "the shooting was a tragic accident"
Bound to do something
certain to do something; destined to do something. "Jill's bound to do a good job." "We are bound to tell the truth."
Malicious
characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm. "malicious destruction of property"
Adorable
charming, lovable, and usually very attractive
Relevant
closely connected or appropriate to the matter in hand. "what small companies need is relevant advice"
Merge
combine or cause to combine to form a single entity. "the utility companies are cutting costs and merging with other companies" synonyms: join (together)
Bring
come to a place with (someone or something).
Subsequent
coming after something in time; following. "the theory was developed subsequent to the earthquake of 1906" synonyms: following, ensuing, succeeding
Sculpt
create or represent (something) by carving, casting, or other shaping techniques. "sculpting human figures from ivory"
Tooth decay
decay of the outer surface of a tooth as a result of bacterial action. "proper oral hygiene practices will go a long way in the prevention of tooth decay"
Double cross
deceive or betray (a person with whom one is supposedly cooperating). "he was blackmailed into double-crossing his own government"
Prove
demonstrate the truth or existence of (something) by evidence or argument. "the concept is difficult to prove"
Deprive
deny (a person or place) the possession or use of something. "the city was deprived of its water supplies"
Ridiculous
deserving or inviting derision or mockery; absurd. "that ridiculous tartan cap" synonyms: laughable, absurd
Various
different from one another; of different kinds or sorts. "dresses of various colors" synonyms: diverse, different
Hire
employ (someone) for wages. "management hired and fired labor in line with demand"
Eagerness
enthusiasm to do or to have something; keenness. "the player showed eagerness to play"
Equivalent
equal in value, amount, function, meaning, etc. "one unit is equivalent to one glass of wine"
On par
equal to someone or something. "Your effort is simply not on par with what's expected from you." "These two departments are right on par in productivity."
Power outage
equipment failure resulting when the supply of power fails; "the ice storm caused a power outage"
Take someone out
escort someone to a social event or place of entertainment. "I finally get to take her out on Saturday night" synonyms: go out with, escort, partner, accompany
Albeit
even though
Arouse
evoke or awaken (a feeling, emotion, or response).
Natural
existing in or caused by nature; not made or caused by humankind.
Undergo
experience or be subjected to (something, typically something unpleasant or arduous). "he underwent a life-saving brain operation" synonyms: go through, experience, engage in, undertake
Underwhelm
fail to impress or make a positive impact on (someone); disappoint. "American voters seem underwhelmed by the choices for president"
come short
fail to reach a goal or standard. "we're so close to getting the job done, but we keep coming up short"
Faithful
faithful, loyal, constant, staunch, steadfast, resolute mean firm in adherence to whatever one owes allegiance. faithful implies unswerving adherence to a person or thing or to the oath or promise by which a tie was contracted <faithful to her promise>.
Convenient
fitting in well with a person's needs, activities, and plans.
Acquainted (with)
familiar with something; able to understand or recognize something. (*Typically: be ~; become ~; get ~.) Tom is fully acquainted with the way we do things.
Consecutive
following each other continuously. "five consecutive months of serious decline" synonyms: successive, succeeding, following
Antics
foolish, outrageous, or amusing behavior. "the antics of our political parties" "someday you'll be too old to get away with such antics"
Argue
give reasons or cite evidence in support of an idea, action, or theory, typically with the aim of persuading others to share one's view.
Emphasize
give special importance or prominence to (something) in speaking or writing.
Wise
having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgement. "she seems kind and wise" synonyms: sage, sagacious, intelligent, clever, learned, with/showing great knowledge, knowledgeable, informed, enlightened
Notify
inform (someone) of something, typically in a formal or official manner. "you will be notified of our decision as soon as possible" synonyms: inform
Clothes - Slipper
is a semi-closed type of indoor/outdoor shoe
Merely
just; only. "she seemed to him not merely an intelligent woman, but a kind of soul mate" synonyms: only, purely, solely, simply, just
Confine
keep or restrict someone or something within certain limits o
Sarcastic
marked by or given to using irony in order to mock or convey contempt. "making sarcastic comments"
Generous
more than adequate; willing to give and share unstintingly; not petty in character and mind
Excessive
more than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate.
Conduct
organize and carry out.
Hereditary
passing, or capable of passing, naturally from parent to offspring through the genes
Enthusiasm
passionate interest in or eagerness to do something
Fled
past and past participle of flee, run away from a place or situation of danger. Flee: run away from a place or situation of danger. "to escape the fighting, his family fled from their village"
Household
people of a house
Tangible
perceptible by touch. "the atmosphere of neglect and abandonment was almost tangible" synonyms: touchable, palpable, material, physical, real, substantial
Insert
place, fit, or push (something) into something else. "Claudia inserted her key in the lock"
Confiscate
take or seize (someone's property) with authority.
Otherways
see: otherwise
Vengeful
seeking to harm someone in return for a perceived injury. "a vengeful ex-con"
Replication
the action of copying or reproducing something. "the extraordinary speed and replication of information created by computerization
Interpretation
the action of explaining the meaning of something. "the interpretation of data"
Expulsion
the action of forcing someone to leave an organization. "his expulsion from the union"
Seam
the line where two or more layers of fabric are held together by stitches
Climax
the most important or exciting point in something such as an event or a story, peak
Serendipity
the occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way. "a fortunate stroke of serendipity"
Destination
the place to which someone or something is going or being sent.
Ability
the power or skill to do something
Archery
the sport of shooting arrows with a bow
Admit
to acknowledge that something is true
Go over the books
to check and analyze the accounting records of a company."We hired an outside accountant to go over our books."
Burgle
to commit burglary upon (a house, etc.)
Framed for "a crime"
to contrive the evidence against (an innocent person) so that a verdict of guilty is assured
Denounce
to criticize or condemn something publicly and harshly
Throw a party
to have a party; to hold a party; to arrange a party. "Bill threw a party for his sister before she went away to college." "Things seem sort of dull. Let's throw a party."
be/have yet to
to have not yet (done something) "we have yet to win"
Find out
to learn by study, observation, or search : discover.
Despise
to look down on with contempt; scorn
Sell short
to underestimate someone or something; to fail to see the good qualities of someone or something. "This is a very good restaurant. Don't sell it short."
cross one's mind
(of a thought) occur to one, especially transiently. "it never crossed my mind to leave the tent and live in a house"
Classic
(adj) 1.of the first or highest quality, class, or rank: a classic piece of work. 2.serving as a standard, model, or guide: the classic method of teaching arithmetic.
Close
(adj) a short distance away or apart in space or time.
Interfere
1- prevent (a process or activity) from continuing or being carried out properly. 2- take part or intervene in an activity without invitation or necessity. "she tried not to interfere in her children's lives""
Connect
1- put together two or more pieces. 2- join for the purpose of communication.
Grab
(v) grasp or seize suddenly and roughly. "she grabbed him by the shirt collar"
Establish
1- set up (an organization, system, or set of rules) on a firm or permanent basis. 2- achieve permanent acceptance or recognition for.
Affirmation
1- the action or process of affirming something or being affirmed. 2- emotional support or encouragement.
Turn in
1. To hand in; give over: turned in the final exam. 2. To inform on or deliver: The criminal turned herself in. 3. To produce: turns in a consistent performance every day.
Moral
(adj) 1. concerned with the principles of right and wrong behavior and the goodness or badness of human character. "the moral dimensions of medical intervention" 2. holding or manifesting high principles for proper conduct. "he prides himself on being a highly moral and ethical person" (n)1. a lesson, especially one concerning what is right or prudent, that can be derived from a story, a piece of information, or an experience. "the moral of this story was that one must see the beauty in what one has" synonyms: lesson, message 2. a person's standards of behavior or beliefs concerning what is and is not acceptable for them to do. "the corruption of public morals" synonyms: moral code, code of ethics, values, principles, standards
Negative
(adj) 1. consisting in or characterized by the absence rather than the presence of distinguishing features. 2. (of a person, attitude, or situation) not desirable or optimistic. "the new tax was having a very negative effect on car sales" synonyms: pessimistic
Favorable
(adj) 1. expressing approval. "the exhibitions received favourable reviews" synonyms: approving, commendatory, praising, complimentary, flattering 2. to the advantage of someone or something. "favourable conditions for vegetation growth" synonyms: advantageous, beneficial, of benefit
Principal
(adj) 1. first in order of importance; main. "the country's principal cities" 2. denoting an original sum invested or lent. "the principal amount of your investment" (n) the most important or senior person in an organization or group. "a design consultancy whose principal is based in San Francisco" synonyms: boss, chief
Fundamental
(adj) forming a necessary base or core; of central importance. "the protection of fundamental human rights", synonyms: basic, foundational (n) a central or primary rule or principle on which something is based. "two courses cover the fundamentals of microbiology", synonyms: basics, essentials
Secure
(adj) 1. fixed or fastened so as not to give way, become loose, or be lost. "check to ensure that all nuts and bolts are secure" synonyms: tight, firm 2. certain to remain safe and unthreatened. "his position as party leader was less than secure" (v) 1. fix or attach (something) firmly so that it cannot be moved or lost. "pins secure the handle to the main body" 2. succeed in obtaining (something), especially with difficulty. "the division secured a major contract" synonyms: obtain, acquire
Solemn
(adj) 1. formal and dignified. "a solemn procession" synonyms: dignified, ceremonious 2. characterized by deep sincerity. "he swore a solemn oath to keep faith" synonyms: sincere, earnest
Determined
(adj) 1. having made a firm decision and being resolved not to change it. "Alina was determined to be heard" 2. possessing or displaying resolve. "Helen was a determined little girl" synonyms: resolute, full of determination, purposeful, purposive, resolved, decided
Worthy
(adj) 1. having or showing the qualities that deserve the specified action or regard. "these issues are worthy of further consideration" 2. characterized by good intent but lacking in humour or imagination. "worthy but tedious advice"
Cheesy
(Slang) inferior or cheap; chintzy: "The movie's special effects are cheesy and unconvincing."
Crappy
of extremely poor quality. "crappy wine"
Stone's Throw
"My house is just a stone's throw away from the park."
Tense
(adj) (especially of a muscle or someone's body) stretched tight or rigid. "she tried to relax her tense muscles" (v) become tense, typically through anxiety or nervousness. "her body tensed up"
Rambling
(adj) (of writing or speech) lengthy and confused or inconsequential. "a rambling six-hour speech" (n) the activity of walking in the countryside for pleasure. "a rambling club"
Subtle
(adj) -So slight as to be difficult to detect or describe; elusive - (especially of a change or distinction) so delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyze or describe. "his language expresses rich and subtle meanings" - making use of clever and indirect methods to achieve something. "he tried a more subtle approach"
Narrow
(adj) 1. (especially of something that is considerably longer or higher than it is wide) of small width. "he made his way down the narrow road" 2. limited in extent, amount, or scope; restricted. "his ability to get good results within narrow constraints of money and manpower" (v) 1. become or make less wide. "the road narrowed and crossed an old bridge" 2. become or make more limited or restricted in extent or scope. "their trade surplus narrowed to $70 million in January"
Perverse
(adj) 1. (of a person or their actions) showing a deliberate and obstinate desire to behave in a way that is unreasonable or unacceptable, often in spite of the consequences. "Kate's perverse decision not to cooperate" 2. contrary to the accepted or expected standard or practice. "in two general elections the outcome was quite perverse" synonyms: illogical, irrational, unreasonable
Sharp
(adj) 1. (of an object) having an edge or point that is able to cut or pierce something. "cut the cake with a very sharp knife" 2. producing a sudden, piercing physical sensation or effect. "I suddenly felt a sharp pain in my back" 3. distinct in outline or detail; clearly defined. "the job was a sharp contrast from her past life" synonyms: distinct, clear-cut 4. (of an action or change) sudden and marked. "there was a sharp increase in interest rates" synonyms: sudden, abrupt, rapid 5. (of an action or change) sudden and marked. "there was a sharp increase in interest rates" synonyms: sudden, abrupt, rapid (adv) 1. precisely (used after an expression of time). "the meeting starts at 7.30 sharp" synonyms: precisely, exactly 2. in a sudden or abrupt way. "turn sharp right at the corner" synonyms: abruptly, suddenly
Sick
(adj) 1. affected by physical or mental illness. "nursing very sick children" synonyms: ill, unwell, poorly feeling nauseous and wanting to vomit. "he was starting to feel sick" 2. feeling nauseous and wanting to vomit. "he was starting to feel sick" synonyms: nauseous
Offensive
(adj) 1. causing someone to feel resentful, upset, or annoyed. "the allegations made are deeply offensive to us" synonyms: insulting, rude 2. actively aggressive; attacking. "offensive operations against the insurgents" synonyms: hostile, attacking, aggressive (n) an attacking military campaign. "an impending military offensive against the guerrillas" synonyms: attack, assault, onslaught, drive, invasion
Unnatural
(adj) 1. contrary to the ordinary course of nature; abnormal. "death by unnatural causes" synonyms: abnormal, unusual, uncommon, extraordinary 2. not existing in nature; artificial. "the artificial turf looks an unnatural green" synonyms: artificial, man-made, synthetic
Proper
(adj) 1. denoting something that is truly what it is said or regarded to be; genuine. "she's never had a proper job" 2. of the required or correct type or form; suitable or appropriate. "an artist needs the proper tools"
Worth
(adj) 1. equivalent in value to the sum or item specified. "jewellery worth £450 was taken" 2. sufficiently good, important, or interesting to be treated or regarded in the way specified. "the museums in the district are well worth a visit" (v) 1. the level at which someone or something deserves to be valued or rated. "they had to listen to every piece of gossip and judge its worth" 2. the amount that could be achieved or produced in a specified time. "the companies have debts greater than two years' worth of their sales"
Vulnerable
(adj) 1. exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally. "we were in a vulnerable position" synonyms: in danger 2. (of a person) in need of special care, support, or protection because of age, disability, or risk of abuse or neglect. "the scheme will help charities working with vulnerable adults and young people"
Juvenile
(adj) 1. for or relating to young people. "juvenile crime" 2. childish; immature. "she's bored with my juvenile conversation" synonyms: childish, immature
Flat
(adj) 1. having a level surface; without raised areas or indentations. "he sat down on a flat rock" 2. lacking emotion; dull and lifeless. "'I'm sorry,' he said, in a flat voice"
Capable
(adj) 1. having the ability, fitness, or quality necessary to do or achieve a specified thing. "I'm quite capable of taking care of myself" synonyms: have the ability to, have the potential to 2.able to achieve efficiently whatever one has to do; competent. "she looked enthusiastic and capable" synonyms: competent, able, efficient, effective
Present
(adj) 1. in a particular place. "a doctor must be present at the ringside" 2. existing or occurring now. "she did not expect to find herself in her present situation" (n) the period of time now occurring. "they are happy and at peace, refusing to think beyond the present"
Moving
(adj) 1. in motion. "a fast-moving river" synonyms: in motion, operating 2. producing strong emotion, especially sadness or sympathy. "an unforgettable and moving book" synonyms: affecting, touching
Short
(adj) 1. measuring a small distance from end to end. "short dark hair" 2. lasting or taking a small amount of time. "visiting London for a short break" synonyms: brief (adv) (chiefly in sport) at, to, or over a relatively small distance. "you go deep and you go short"
Right
(adj) 1. morally good, justified, or acceptable. "I hope we're doing the right thing" synonyms: just, fair 2. true or correct as a fact. "I'm not sure I know the right answer" synonyms: correct, accurate (adv) 1. to the furthest or most complete extent or degree (used for emphasis). "the car spun right off the track" synonyms: completely, fully, entirely, totally 2. correctly. "he had guessed right" synonyms: correctly, accurately, properly (n) 1. that which is morally correct, just, or honourable. "she doesn't understand the difference between right and wrong" synonyms: goodness, rightness 2. a moral or legal entitlement to have or do something. "she had every right to be angry" synonyms: entitlement, prerogative, privilege, advantage, due (v) restore to a normal or upright position. "we righted the capsized dinghy"
Slow
(adj) 1. moving or operating, or designed to do so, only at a low speed; not quick or fast. "until recently diesel cars were slow and noisy" 2. (of a clock or watch) showing a time earlier than the correct time. "the clock was five minutes slow" (adv) at a slow pace; slowly. "the train went slower and slower" (v) reduce one's speed or the speed of a vehicle or process. "the train slowed to a halt"
Obsolete
(adj) 1. no longer in general use; fallen into disuse: an obsolete expression. 2. of a discarded or outmoded type; out of date: an obsolete battleship. (v) to make obsolete by replacing with something newer or better; antiquate: Automation has obsoleted many factory workers.
Open
(adj) 1. not closed or barred at the time, as a doorway by a door, a window by a sash, or a gateway by a gate: to leave the windows open at night. 2. relatively free of obstructions to sight, movement, or internal arrangement: an open floor plan. (v) move or adjust (a door or window) so as to leave a space allowing access and view. "she opened the door and went in"
Loose
(adj) 1. not firmly or tightly fixed in place; detached or able to be detached. "a loose tooth" 2. (of a garment) not fitting tightly or closely. "she slipped into a loose T-shirt and shorts"
Fit
(adj) 1. of a suitable quality, standard, or type to meet the required purpose. "the house was not fit for human habitation" 2. in good health, especially because of regular physical exercise. "my family keep fit by walking and cycling" (v)1. be of the right shape and size for. "those jeans still fit me" 2. be compatible or in agreement with; match. "the landlord had not seen anyone fitting that description" 3. be suitable or appropriate for. "the punishment should fit the crime" (n) 1. the particular way in which something, especially a garment or component, fits. "the dress was a perfect fit" 2. the particular way in which things match. "a close fit between teachers' qualifications and their teaching responsibilities"
Shallow
(adj) 1. of little depth. "serve the noodles in a shallow bowl" 2. not exhibiting, requiring, or capable of serious thought. "a shallow analysis of contemporary society" synonyms: superficial (v) (of the sea, a lake, or a river) become less deep over time or in a particular place. "the boat ground to a halt where the water shallowed"
commercial
(adj) 1. of, relating to, or characteristic of commerce. (n) 1. Radio and Television. a paid advertisement or promotional announcement.
Predominant
(adj) 1. present as the strongest or main element. "the predominant colour was white" synonyms: main, chief, principal 2. having or exerting control or power. "the predominant political forces" synonyms: controlling, in control
Willing
(adj) 1. ready, eager, or prepared to do something. "he was quite willing to compromise" synonyms: ready, prepared 2. given or done readily. "willing and prompt obedience" synonyms: readily given, gladly given
Verbal
(adj) 1. relating to or in the form of words. "the root of the problem is visual rather than verbal" 2. spoken rather than written; oral. "a verbal agreement" synonyms: oral, spoken, said 3. tending to talk a lot. "he's very verbal"
Social
(adj) 1. relating to society or its organization. "alcoholism is recognized as a major social problem" synonyms: communal 2. needing companionship and therefore best suited to living in communities. "we are social beings as well as individuals" 3. an informal social gathering, especially one organized by the members of a particular club or group. "a church social" synonyms: party, gathering, social gathering
Liable
(adj) 1. responsible by law; legally answerable. "the supplier of goods or services can become liable for breach of contract in a variety of ways" 2. likely to do or to be something. "patients were liable to faint if they stood up too suddenly" synonyms: likely
Individual
(adj) 1. single; separate. "individual tiny flowers" 2. of or for a particular person. "the individual needs of the children" (n) a single human being as distinct from a group. "boat trips for parties and individuals"
Interior
(adj) 1. situated on or relating to the inside of something; inner. "the interior lighting is not adequate" 2. remote from the coast or frontier; inland. "the interior jungle regions" (n) 1. the inner part of something; the inside. "the interior has been much restored" 2. the inland part of a country or region. "the plains of the interior"
Opposite
(adj) 1. situated on the other or further side when seen from a specified or implicit viewpoint; facing. "a crowd gathered on the opposite side of the street" 2. completely different; of a contrary kind. "a word that is opposite in meaning to another" synonyms: conflicting, contrasting, incompatible (n) a person or thing that is totally different from or the reverse of someone or something else. "we were opposites in temperament" (adv) in a position facing a specified or implied subject. "she was sitting almost opposite"
Significant
(adj) 1. sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy. "a significant increase in sales" synonyms: notable, noteworthy, worthy of attention, remarkable, outstanding 2. having a particular meaning; indicative of something. "in times of stress her dreams seemed to her especially significant"
Fair
(adj) 1. treating people equally without favouritism or discrimination. "the group has achieved fair and equal representation for all its members" synonyms: just, equitable 2. (of hair or complexion) light; blonde. "a pretty girl with long fair hair" (adv) without cheating or trying to achieve unjust advantage. "no one could say he played fair" (n) a periodic gathering for the sale of goods.
Spare
(adj) additional to what is required for ordinary use. "few people had spare cash for inessentials" synonyms: extra, supplementary, additional, second (v) 1. give (something of which one has enough) to (someone); afford to give to. "she asked if I could spare her a dollar or two" synonyms: afford 2. refrain from killing, injuring, or distressing. "there was no way the men would spare her"
Cutting-edge
(adj) at the latest or most advanced stage of development; innovative or pioneering. "cutting-edge technology" (n) 1. the edge of a tool's blade. 2. the latest or most advanced stage in the development of something. "researchers at the cutting edge of molecular biology"
Moderate
(adj) average in amount, intensity, quality, or degree. "we walked at a moderate pace" synonyms: average, modest (n) a person who holds moderate views, especially in politics. (v) make or become less extreme, intense, rigorous, or violent. "I shall not moderate my criticism"
Just
(adj) based on or behaving according to what is morally right and fair. "a just and democratic society" synonyms: fair (adv) 1. exactly. "that's just what I need" synonyms: exactly, precisely, absolutely, completely, totally, entirely, perfectly, utterly 2. very recently; in the immediate past. "I've just seen the local paper"
Special
(adj) better, greater, or otherwise different from what is usual. "they always made a special effort at Christmas" synonyms: exceptional, unusual (n) a thing, such as an event, product, or broadcast, that is designed or organized for a particular occasion or purpose. "television's election night specials"
Provocative
(adj) causing anger or another strong reaction, especially deliberately. "a provocative article" synonyms: annoying, irritating
Intensive
(adj) concentrated on a single subject or into a short time; very thorough or vigorous. "she undertook an intensive Arabic course" synonyms: thorough, in-depth
Past
(adj) gone by in time and no longer existing. "the danger is now past" (n) the time or a period of time before the moment of speaking or writing. "she found it hard to make ends meet in the past" (adv) 1. on or onwards: I greeted him but he just walked past. 2. so as to pass from one side of something to the other. "large angelfish swim slowly past" (prep) 1. Beyond in time; later than or after: past midnight; a quarter past two. 2. Beyond in position; farther than: The house is a mile past the first stoplight. They walked past the memorial in silence. 3. a. Beyond the power, scope, extent, or influence of: The problem is past the point of resolution.
Obese
(adj) grossly fat or overweight.
Usual
(adj) habitually or typically occurring or done; customary. "he carried out his usual evening routine" synonyms: habitual, customary, accustomed (n) the thing which is typically done or present. "the band was a bit sick of playing all the usuals"
Instant
(adj) happening or coming immediately. "the offence justified instant dismissal" (n) 1. happening or coming immediately. "the offence justified instant dismissal" 2. a precise moment of time. "come here this instant!"
Similar
(adj) having a resemblance in appearance, character, or quantity, without being identical. "a soft cheese similar to Brie" synonyms: alike
Unparalleled
(adj) having no parallel or equal; exceptional. "the sudden rise in unemployment is unparalleled in the post-war period" synonyms: exceptional, unique, singular, rare
Perceptive
(adj) having or showing sensitive insight. "an extraordinarily perceptive account of their relationship"
Potential
(adj) having or showing the capacity to develop into something in the future. "a campaign to woo potential customers" (n) latent qualities or abilities that may be developed and lead to future success or usefulness. "a young broadcaster with great potential"
Superior
(adj) higher in rank, status, or quality. "a superior officer" synonyms: higher-ranking, higher-level, senior (n) a person or thing superior to another in rank, status, or quality, especially a colleague in a higher position. "obeying their superiors' orders" synonyms: manager, chief, supervisor, senior
Inferior
(adj) lower in rank, status, or quality. "schooling in inner-city areas was inferior to that in the rest of the country" (n) a person lower than another in rank, status, or ability. "her social and intellectual inferiors"
Secret
(adj) not known or seen or not meant to be known or seen by others. "how did you guess I'd got a secret plan?" synonyms: confidential (n) something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others. "a state secret"
Redundant
(adj) not or no longer needed or useful; superfluous. "an appropriate use for a redundant church"
Sheer
(adj) nothing other than; unmitigated (used for emphasis). "she giggled with sheer delight" synonyms: utter, complete, absolute, total, pure, perfect
Precious
(adj) of great value; not to be wasted or treated carelessly. "precious works of art" (n) used as a term of address for a beloved person. "don't be frightened, my precious"
Round
(adj) shaped like a circle or cylinder. "she was seated at a small, round table" synonyms: circular (n) 1. a circular piece of something. "cut the pastry into rounds" 2. each of a sequence of sessions in a process, typically characterized by development between one session and another. "the two sides held three rounds of talks"
Ordinary
(adj) with no special or distinctive features; normal. "he sets out to depict ordinary people" (n) what is commonplace or standard. "their clichés were vested with enough emotion to elevate them above the ordinary"
Mutual
(adj)1. (of a feeling or action) experienced or done by each of two or more parties toward the other or others. "a partnership based on mutual respect and understanding" 2. held in common by two or more parties. "we were introduced by a mutual friend"
Innocent
(adj)1. not guilty of a crime or offence. "the prisoners were later found innocent" 2. not responsible for or directly involved in an event yet suffering its consequences. "an innocent bystander" (n) 1. a pure, guileless, or naive person. "a young innocent abroad" 2. a person involved by chance in a situation, especially a victim of crime or war. "they are prepared to kill or maim innocents in pursuit of a cause"
Delicate
(adj)1. very fine in texture or structure; of intricate workmanship or quality. "a spider's web, strong yet delicate" 2. easily broken or damaged; fragile. "delicate china" 3. Pleasing to the senses, especially in a subtle way. "a delicate flavor" "a delicate violin passage."
Direct
(adj): extending or moving from one place to another by the shortest way without changing direction or stopping. (v): 1- control the operations of; manage or govern. 2- aim (something) in a particular direction or at a particular person.
Off
(adv) 1. away from the place in question; to or at a distance. "the man ran off" 2. so as to be removed or separated. "he whipped off his coat" (prep) 1. moving away and often down from. "he rolled off the bed" 2. situated or leading in a direction away from (a main route or intersection). "single wires leading off the main lines" (adj) 1. characterized by someone performing or feeling worse than usual; unsatisfactory or inadequate. "even the greatest athletes have off days" 2. (of food) no longer fresh. "the fish was a bit off" synonyms: rotten
Underneath
(adv) 1. situated directly below (something else). "our bedroom's right underneath theirs" 2. so as to be concealed by (something else). "money changed hands underneath the table" (n) the part or side of something facing towards the ground; the underside. "a wart on the underneath of his foot"
Yet
(adv) 1. up until the present or a specified or implied time; by now or then. "I haven't told anyone else yet" synonyms: so far, thus far, as yet 2. still; even (used to emphasize increase or repetition). "snow, snow, and yet more snow" synonyms: even, still, further, in addition (conjunction) but at the same time; but nevertheless. "the path was dark, yet I slowly found my way"
Paradox
(n) - a statement or proposition that, despite sound (or apparently sound) reasoning from acceptable premises, leads to a conclusion that seems senseless, logically unacceptable, or self-contradictory. "a potentially serious conflict between quantum mechanics and the general theory of relativity known as the information paradox" - a seemingly absurd or self-contradictory statement or proposition that when investigated or explained may prove to be well founded or true. "in a paradox, he has discovered that stepping back from his job has increased the rewards he gleans from it" - a situation, person, or thing that combines contradictory features or qualities. "the mingling of deciduous trees with elements of desert flora forms a fascinating ecological paradox"
Refuge
(n) - the state of being safe or sheltered from pursuit, danger, or difficulty. "he was forced to take refuge in the French embassy" - a place or situation providing safety or shelter. "the family came to be seen as a refuge from a harsh world" synonyms: shelter
Leverage
(n) 1. Positional advantage; power to act effectively: "started his career with far more social leverage than his father had enjoyed" 2. the exertion of force by means of a lever or an object used in the manner of a lever. "my spade hit something solid that wouldn't respond to leverage" (v) use (something) to maximum advantage. "the organization needs to leverage its key resources"
Offense
(n) 1. a breach of a law or rule; an illegal act. "the new offence of obtaining property by deception" synonyms: crime, illegal/unlawful act 2. annoyance or resentment brought about by a perceived insult to or disregard for oneself. "he made it clear he'd taken offence" synonyms: annoyance, anger, resentment
Note
(n) 1. a brief record of facts, topics, or thoughts, written down as an aid to memory. "I'll make a note in my diary" 2. a short informal letter or written message. "I left her a note explaining where I was going" (v) 1. notice or pay particular attention to (something). "noting his mother's unusual gaiety" synonyms: bear in mind 2. record (something) in writing. "he noted down her address on a piece of paper"
Reason
(n) 1. a cause, explanation, or justification for an action or event. "she asked him to return, but didn't give a reason" 2. the power of the mind to think, understand, and form judgements logically. "there is a close connection between reason and emotion" synonyms: rationality, logic (v) think, understand, and form judgements logically. "humans do not reason entirely from facts" synonyms: think rationally, think logically
Plan
(n) 1. a detailed proposal for doing or achieving something. "the UN peace plan" synonyms: scheme 2. an intention or decision about what one is going to do. "I have no plans to retire" synonyms: intention (v) 1. decide on and make arrangements for in advance. "they were planning a trip to Egypt" 2. design or make a plan of (something to be made or built). "she had planned the garden from scratch"
Mess
(n) 1. a dirty or untidy state of things or of a place. she made a mess of the kitchen" 2. a situation or state of affairs that is confused or full of difficulties. "the economy is still in a terrible mess" (v): make untidy or dirty. "you've messed up my beautiful carpet"
Sense
(n) 1. a faculty by which the body perceives an external stimulus; one of the faculties of sight, smell, hearing, taste, and touch. "the bear has a keen sense of smell which enables it to hunt at dusk" 2. a feeling that something is the case. "she had the sense of being a political outsider" synonyms: awareness, feeling (v) perceive by a sense or senses. "with the first frost, they could sense a change in the days" synonyms: discern, feel, observe, notice
Wonder
(n) 1. a feeling of amazement and admiration, caused by something beautiful, remarkable, or unfamiliar. "he observed the intricacy of the ironwork with the wonder of a child" synonyms: awe, admiration, wonderment 2. a person or thing regarded as very good, remarkable, or effective. "we all eat cakes from Gisella—she's a wonder" (v) 1. desire to know something; feel curious. "how many times have I written that, I wonder?" 2. feel doubt. "even hereditary peers are inclined to wonder about the legitimacy of the place"
Respect
(n) 1. a feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements. "the director had a lot of respect for Douglas as an actor" 2. due regard for the feelings, wishes, or rights of others. "young people's lack of respect for their parents" (v) 1. admire (someone or something) deeply, as a result of their abilities, qualities, or achievements. "she was respected by everyone she worked with" 2. have due regard for (someone's feelings, wishes, or rights). "I respected his views"
End
(n) 1. a final part of something, especially a period of time, an activity, or a story. "the end of the year" 2. a part or person's share of an activity. "you're going to honour your end of the deal" (v) 1. come or bring to a final point; finish. "when the war ended, policy changed"
Profit
(n) 1. a financial gain, especially the difference between the amount earned and the amount spent in buying, operating, or producing something. "record pre-tax profits" 2. advantage; benefit. "there's no profit in screaming at referees from the bench" (v) obtain a financial advantage or benefit. "the only people to profit from the episode were the lawyers"
Undertaking
(n) 1. a formal pledge or promise to do something. "I give an undertaking that we shall proceed with the legislation" synonyms: pledge, agreement, promise, oath 2. a task that is taken on; an enterprise. "a mammoth undertaking that involved digging into the side of a cliff face" synonyms: enterprise, venture, project, campaign
Principle
(n) 1. a fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behaviour or for a chain of reasoning. "the basic principles of justice" 2. a general scientific theorem or law that has numerous special applications across a wide field.
Trend
(n) 1. a general direction in which something is developing or changing. "an upward trend in sales and profit margins" synonyms: tendency, movement, drift 2. a fashion. "the latest trends in modern dance" synonyms: fashion, vogue, style (v) 1. change or develop in a general direction. "unemployment has been trending upward" synonyms: move, go, head, drift, gravitate, swing 2. of a topic) be the subject of many posts on a social media website within a short period of time. "I've just taken a quick look at what's trending on Twitter right now"
Community
(n) 1. a group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common. "Montreal's Italian community" synonyms: group, section, body, company, set 2. the condition of sharing or having certain attitudes and interests in common. "the sense of community that organized religion can provide" 3. a particular area or place considered together with its inhabitants. "a rural community" synonyms: district, region, zone
Bow
(n) 1. a knot tied with two loops and two loose ends, used especially for tying shoelaces and decorative ribbons. "a girl with long hair tied back in a bow" 2. a weapon for shooting arrows, typically made of a curved piece of wood whose ends are joined by a taut string. "an archer's bow"
Trail
(n) 1. a mark or a series of signs or objects left behind by the passage of someone or something. "a trail of blood on the grass" 2. a beaten path through rough country such as a forest or moor. synonyms: path, pathway, way, footpath, walk, track, course, route (v) 1. draw or be drawn along the ground or other surface behind someone or something. "Alex trailed a hand through the clear water" 2. walk or move slowly or wearily. "she trailed behind, whimpering at intervals"
Object
(n) 1. a material thing that can be seen and touched. "he was dragging a large object" synonyms: thing, article, item 2. a person or thing to which a specified action or feeling is directed. "disease became the object of investigation" synonyms: target, butt, focus (v) say something to express one's disapproval of or disagreement with something. "residents object to the volume of traffic"
Rate
(n) 1. a measure, quantity, or frequency, typically one measured against another quantity or measure. "the island has the lowest crime rate in the world" 2. fixed price paid or charged for something. "a £3.40 minimum hourly rate of pay" synonyms: charge, price, cost, tariff, hire, fare (v) assign a standard or value to (something) according to a particular scale. "they were asked to rate their ability at different driving manoeuvres" synonyms: assess, evaluate, appraise
Maneuver
(n) 1. a movement or series of moves requiring skill and care. "spectacular jumps and other daring maneuvers" 2. a large-scale military exercise of troops, warships, and other forces. "the Russian vessel was on maneuvers" (v) 1. move skillfully or carefully. "the truck was unable to maneuver comfortably in the narrow street" 2. carefully guide or manipulate (someone or something) in order to achieve an end. "they were maneuvering him into a betrayal of his countryman"
Tone
(n) 1. a musical or vocal sound with reference to its pitch, quality, and strength. "the piano tone appears monochrome or lacking in warmth" 2. the general character or attitude of a place, piece of writing, situation, etc. "trust her to lower the tone of the conversation" (v) 1. give greater strength or firmness to (the body or a part of it). "exercise tones up the muscles" 2. harmonize with (something) in terms of color. "the rich orange color of the wood tones beautifully with the yellow roses"
Shame
(n) 1. a painful feeling of humiliation or distress caused by the consciousness of wrong or foolish behaviour. "she was hot with shame" synonyms: humiliation 2. a regrettable or unfortunate situation or action. "what a shame Ellie won't be here" synonyms: pity, misfortune (v) make (someone) feel ashamed. "I tried to shame him into giving some away"
Subject
(n) 1. a person or thing that is being discussed, described, or dealt with. "I've said all there is to be said on the subject" synonyms: theme, subject matter, topic, issue 2. a branch of knowledge studied or taught in a school, college, or university. synonyms: branch of study, discipline, field (v) 1. cause or force to undergo (a particular experience of form of treatment). "he'd subjected her to a terrifying ordeal" synonyms: put through, treat with, expose to "they were subjected to violence" 2. bring (a person or country) under one's control or jurisdiction, typically by using force. (adj) 1. likely or prone to be affected by (a particular condition or occurrence, typically an unwelcome or unpleasant one). "he was subject to bouts of manic depression" synonyms: susceptible to, liable to, prone to, vulnerable to, predisposed to, at risk of 2. dependent or conditional upon. "the proposed merger is subject to the approval of the shareholders" synonyms: conditional on, contingent on, dependent on
Witness
(n) 1. a person who sees an event, typically a crime or accident, take place. "police are appealing for witnesses to the accident" synonyms: observer 2. evidence; proof. "the memorial service was witness to the wide circle of his interests" (v) 1. see (an event, typically a crime or accident) happen. "staff who witnessed the murder" synonyms: see, observe, watch 2. have knowledge of (a development) from observation or experience. "what we are witnessing is the birth of a dangerously liberal orthodoxy"
Temper
(n) 1. a person's state of mind seen in terms of their being angry or calm. "he rushed out in a very bad temper" 2. the degree of hardness and elasticity in steel or other metal. "the blade rapidly heats up and the metal loses its temper" (v) 1. improve the hardness and elasticity of (steel or other metal) by reheating and then cooling it. 2. serve as a neutralizing or counterbalancing force to (something). "their idealism is tempered with realism" synonyms: moderate
Shelter
(n) 1. a place giving temporary protection from bad weather or danger. "huts like this are used as a shelter during the winter" 2. a shielded or safe condition; protection. "he hung back in the shelter of a rock" (v) protect or shield from something harmful, especially bad weather. "the hut sheltered him from the cold wind"
Resort
(n) 1. a place that is frequented for holidays or recreation or for a particular purpose. "a seaside resort" 2. the action of resorting to a course of action in a difficult situation. "Germany and Italy tried to resolve their economic and social failures by resort to fascism" (v) turn to and adopt (a course of action, especially an extreme or undesirable one) so as to resolve a difficult situation. "the duke was prepared to resort to force if negotiation failed"
joint
(n) 1. a point at which parts of an artificial structure are joined. "seal the joint between the roof and the house wall" synonyms: join, junction 2. a structure in the human or animal body at which two parts of the skeleton are fitted together. "she suffers from stiff joints and finds bending difficult" (adj) shared, held, or made by two or more people together. "a joint statement" synonyms: common, shared (v) provide or fasten (something) with joints. "jointed lever arms"
Side
(n) 1. a position to the left or right of an object, place, or central point. "a town on the other side of the river" 2. an upright or sloping surface of a structure or object that is not the top or bottom and generally not the front or back. "a car crashed into the side of the house" (v) 1. support or oppose in a conflict, dispute, or debate. "he felt that Max had betrayed him by siding with Beatrice" 2. provide with a side or sides; form the side of. "the hills that side a long valley"
Store
(n) 1. a quantity or supply of something kept for use as needed. "the squirrel has a store of food" synonyms: stock, supply, stockpile 2. a retail establishment selling items to the public. "a health-food store" synonyms: shop, (retail) outlet, boutique (v) keep or accumulate (something) for future use. "a small room used for storing furniture" synonyms: keep, keep in reserve
Account
(n) 1. a report or description of an event or experience. "a detailed account of what has been achieved" synonyms: description, report, version, story 2. a record or statement of financial expenditure and receipts relating to a particular period or purpose. "the barman was doing his accounts" synonyms: financial record, book, ledger, journal, balance sheet 3. an arrangement by which a body holds funds on behalf of a client or supplies goods or services to them on credit. "a bank account" (v) consider or regard in a specified way. "her visit could not be accounted a success" synonyms: consider, regard as, reckon
Setback
(n) 1. a reversal or check in progress. "a serious setback for the peace process" synonyms: problem, difficulty, issue 2. the distance by which a building or part of a building is set back from the property line. "they had to get permission to overlap the city's setback lines"
Mark
(n) 1. a small area on a surface having a different color from its surroundings, typically one caused by accident or damage. "the blow left a red mark down one side of her face" 2. a line, figure, or symbol made as an indication or record of something. (v) 1. make (a visible impression or stain) on. "he fingered the photograph gently, careful not to mark it" 2. write a word or symbol on (an object), typically for identification. "she marked all her possessions with her name"
Nail
(n) 1. a small metal spike with a broadened flat head, driven typically into wood with a hammer to join things together or to serve as a peg or hook. 2. a horny covering on the upper surface of the tip of the finger and toe in humans and other primates. (v) fasten to a surface or to something else with a nail or nails. "nail the edge framing to the wall" synonyms: fasten
Stream
(n) 1. a small, narrow river. synonyms: creek, river 2. a continuous flow of liquid, air, or gas. "Frank blew out a stream of smoke" synonyms: jet, flow, rush (v) (of liquid) run or flow in a continuous current in a specified direction. "she sat with tears streaming down her face" synonyms: flow, pour, course, run
Party
(n) 1. a social gathering of invited guests, typically involving eating, drinking, and entertainment. "an engagement party" synonyms: gathering, social occasion, social event, get-together, celebration 2. a formally constituted political group that contests elections and attempts to form or take part in a government. "draft the party's election manifesto" 3. a person or people forming one side in an agreement or dispute. "a contract between two parties" "the trial judge must apportion blame between the parties" synonyms: defendant; participant 4. a group of people taking part in a particular activity or trip. "the visiting party will be asked to conform to safety procedures whilst on site" synonyms: group, company, body, gang, band, crowd (v) enjoy oneself at a party or other lively gathering, typically with drinking and music. "put on your glad rags and party!" synonyms: celebrate, have fun
Recourse
(n) 1. a source of help in a difficult situation. "surgery may be the only recourse" 2. the use of (someone or something) as a source of help in a difficult situation. "a means of solving disputes without recourse to courts of law" synonyms: resort to
Stimulant
(n) 1. a substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body. 2. something that increases activity, interest, or enthusiasm in a specified field. "population growth is a major stimulant to industrial development" synonyms: stimulus, incentive, encouragement, impetus, inducement, boost, (adj) raising levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body. "caffeine has stimulant effects on the heart"
Shock
(n) 1. a sudden upsetting or surprising event or experience. "it was a shock to face such hostile attitudes" synonyms: blow, upset, disturbance 2. an acute medical condition associated with a fall in blood pressure, caused by such events as loss of blood, severe burns, allergic reaction, or sudden emotional stress, and marked by cold, pallid skin, irregular breathing, rapid pulse, and dilated pupils. "he died of shock due to massive abdominal haemorrhage" synonyms: trauma (v) 1. cause (someone) to feel surprised and upset. "she was shocked at the state of his injuries" 2. affect with physiological shock, or with an electric shock. "if a patient is deeply shocked, measurement of blood pressure may be difficult"
Record
(n) 1. a thing constituting a piece of evidence about the past, especially an account kept in writing or some other permanent form. "identification was made through dental records" 2. the sum of the past achievements or performance of a person, organization, or thing. "the safety record at the airport is first class" (v) 1. set down in writing or some other permanent form for later reference. "they were asked to keep a diary and record everything they ate or drank" 2. convert (sound or a performance) into a permanent form for subsequent reproduction or broadcast. "they were recording a guitar recital"
Result
(n) 1. a thing that is caused or produced by something else; a consequence or outcome. "the tower collapsed as a result of safety violations" synonyms: consequence, outcome 2. an item of information obtained by experiment or some other scientific method; a quantity or formula obtained by calculation. "the results are evaluated by the researcher" synonyms: answer, solution (v) occur or follow as the consequence of something. "anger may result from an argument"
Sanction
(n) 1. a threatened penalty for disobeying a law or rule. "a range of sanctions aimed at deterring insider abuse" synonyms: penalty, punishment 2. official permission or approval for an action. "he appealed to the bishop for his sanction" synonyms: authorization (v) 1. give official permission or approval for (an action). "the scheme was sanctioned by the court" 2. impose a sanction or penalty on. "foreigners in France illegally should be sent home, their employers sanctioned and border controls tightened up"
Smoke
(n) 1. a visible suspension of carbon or other particles in air, typically one emitted from a burning substance. "bonfire smoke" 2. an act of smoking tobacco. "I'm dying for a smoke" (v) 1. emit smoke or visible vapour. "heat the oil until it just smokes" 2. inhale and exhale the smoke of tobacco or a drug. "Janine was sitting at the kitchen table smoking"
Term
(n) 1. a word or phrase used to describe a thing or to express a concept, especially in a particular kind of language or branch of study. "the musical term "leitmotiv"" 2. a fixed or limited period for which something, e.g., office, imprisonment, or investment, lasts or is intended to last. "the president is elected for a single four-year term" synonyms: period 3. conditions under which an action may be undertaken or agreement reached; stipulated or agreed-upon requirements. "the union and the company agreed upon the contract's terms" "loans on favorable terms" (v) give a descriptive name to; call by a specified name. "he has been termed the father of modern theology"
Stroke
(n) 1. an act of hitting or striking someone or something; a blow. "he received three strokes of the cane" synonyms: blow, hit, thump, punch 2. an act of moving one's hand or an object across a surface, applying gentle pressure. "massage the cream into your skin using light upward strokes" 3. a sudden disabling attack or loss of consciousness caused by an interruption in the flow of blood to the brain, especially through thrombosis. synonyms: thrombosis, seizure (v) 1. move one's hand with gentle pressure over (a surface, especially hair, fur, or skin), typically repeatedly; caress. "he put his hand on her hair and stroked it"
Function
(n) 1. an activity that is natural to or the purpose of a person or thing. "bridges perform the function of providing access across water" 2. a relation or expression involving one or more variables. "the function (bx + c)" (v) work or operate in a proper or particular way. "her liver is functioning normally"
Opening
(n) 1. an aperture or gap, especially one allowing access. "she peered through one of the smaller openings" 2. a beginning; an initial part. "Maya started tapping out the opening of her story" (adj) coming at the beginning of something; initial. "she stole the show with her opening remark"
Feeling
(n) 1. an emotional state or reaction. "a feeling of joy" synonyms: love, care, affection, fondness, tenderness, warmth, warmness, emotion, sentiment 2. an idea or belief, especially a vague or irrational one. "he had the feeling that he was being watched" synonyms: suspicion, sneaking suspicion, notion, inkling, hunch (adj) showing emotion or sensitivity. "she was a feeling child" synonyms: sensitive, warm, warm-hearted, tender, tender-hearted
Scale
(n) 1. an instrument for weighing, originally a simple balance ( a pair of scales ) but now usually a device with an electronic or other internal weighing mechanism. "bathroom scales" 2. a graduated range of values forming a standard system for measuring or grading something. "a new salary scale is planned for all universities" synonyms: calibrated system, calibration 3. the relative size or extent of something. "no one foresaw the scale of the disaster"
Sign
(n) 1. an object, quality, or event whose presence or occurrence indicates the probable presence or occurrence of something else. "flowers are often given as a sign of affection" synonyms: indication, signal, symptom 2. a gesture or action used to convey information or an instruction. "she gave him the thumbs-up sign" synonyms: gesture, signal, wave (v) 1. write one's name on (a letter, card, document, etc.) to identify oneself as the writer or sender. "the card was signed by the whole class" 2. authorize (a document or other written or printed material) by attaching a signature. "the two countries signed a non-aggression treaty" synonyms: endorse, validate, certify, authenticate 3. use gestures to convey information or instructions. "she signed to her husband to leave the room" 4. engage (someone, typically a sports player or a musician) to work for one by signing a contract with them. "the manager plans to sign a new goalkeeper" synonyms: recruit, hire, engage, employ
Favor
(n) 1. approval, support, or liking for someone or something. "training is looked upon with favour by many employers" synonyms: approval 2. an act of kindness beyond what is due or usual. "I've come to ask you a favour" synonyms: good turn, service, kind act (v) 1. feel or show approval or preference for. "slashing public spending is a policy that few politicians favour" synonyms: advocate, recommend 2. (often used in polite requests) give someone (something desired). "please favour me with an answer" synonyms: oblige, accommodate, gratify, satisfy 3. give unfairly preferential treatment to. "critics argued that the policy favoured the private sector" synonyms: show favouritism towards, have a bias towards 4. work to the advantage of. "natural selection has favoured bats" synonyms: benefit, be to the advantage of, be advantageous to
Track
(n) 1. find or discover by investigation. "police are trying to trace a white van seen in the area" 2. a continuous line of rails on a railroad. synonyms: rail, line (v) follow the course or trail of (someone or something), typically in order to find them or note their location at various points. "secondary radars that track the aircraft in flight" synonyms: follow, trail, trace, pursue
Glory
(n) 1. high renown or honour won by notable achievements. "to fight and die for the glory of one's nation" synonyms: renown, fame, prestige, honour, distinction 2. magnificence or great beauty. "the train has been restored to all its former glory" synonyms: magnificence (v) take great pride or pleasure in. "they gloried in their independence" synonyms: take great pleasure in
Honor
(n) 1. high respect; esteem. "his portrait hangs in the place of honor" 2. a privilege. "the great poet of whom it is my honor to speak tonight" (v) 1. regard with great respect. "Joyce has now learned to honor her father's memory" 2. fulfill (an obligation) or keep (an agreement). "make sure the franchisees honor the terms of the contract"
String
(n) 1. material consisting of threads of cotton, hemp, or other material twisted together to form a thin length. 2. a set of things tied or threaded together on a thin cord. "she wore a string of agates around her throat" (v) 1. hang (something) so that it stretches in a long line. "lights were strung across the promenade" synonyms: hang, suspend 2. fit a string or strings to (a musical instrument, a racket, or a bow). "the harp had been newly strung"
Pair
(n) a set of two things used together or regarded as a unit. "a pair of gloves" synonyms: set (of two), matching set, two of a kind (v) join or connect to form a pair. "a cardigan paired with a matching skirt" synonyms: match, put together, couple, twin
Stuff
(n) 1. matter, material, articles, or activities of a specified or indeterminate kind that are being referred to, indicated, or implied. "a pickup truck picked the stuff up" 2. the basic constituents or characteristics of something or someone. "Healey was made of sterner stuff" (v) fill (a receptacle or space) tightly with something. "an old teapot stuffed full of cash" synonyms: fill, pack, pad, upholster "stuffing pillows"
Mischief
(n) 1. playful misbehavior or troublemaking, especially in children. "she'll make sure Danny doesn't get into mischief" synonyms: naughtiness, bad behavior 2. "dated" a person responsible for harm or annoyance.
Burden
(n) 1. that which is carried; load: "a horse's burden of rider and pack." 2. that which is borne with difficulty; obligation; onus: "the burden of leadership." (v) 1. to load heavily. 2. to load oppressively; trouble.
Tolerance
(n) 1. the ability or willingness to tolerate something, in particular the existence of opinions or behavior that one does not necessarily agree with. "the tolerance of corruption" synonyms: acceptance, toleration 2. an allowable amount of variation of a specified quantity, especially in the dimensions of a machine or part. "250 parts in his cars were made to tolerances of one thousandth of an inch"
View
(n) 1. the ability to see something or to be seen from a particular place. "the end of the tunnel came into view" synonyms: sight, perspective, field of vision 2. a sight or prospect, typically of attractive natural scenery, that can be taken in by the eye from a particular place. "a fine view of the castle" synonyms: outlook, prospect, panorama 3. a particular way of considering or regarding something; an attitude or opinion. "strong political views" synonyms: opinion, point of view, viewpoint, belief, judgement (v) 1. look at or inspect. "the public can view the famous hall with its unique staircase" 2. regard in a particular light or with a particular attitude. "farmers are viewing the rise in rabbit numbers with concern" synonyms: consider, regard, look on, see, perceive, judge
Service
(n) 1. the action of helping or doing work for someone. "millions are involved in voluntary service" 2. a system supplying a public need such as transport, communications, or utilities such as electricity and water. "a regular bus service" (v) perform routine maintenance or repair work on (a vehicle or machine). "ensure that gas appliances are serviced regularly"
Focus
(n) 1. the centre of interest or activity. "this generation has made the environment a focus of attention" synonyms: centre, focal point, central point, centre of attention 2. the state or quality of having or producing clear visual definition. "his face is rather out of focus" (v) 1. adapt to the prevailing level of light and become able to see clearly. "try to focus on a stationary object" 2. pay particular attention to. "the study will focus on a number of areas in Wales"
Hand
(n) 1. the end part of a person's arm beyond the wrist, including the palm, fingers, and thumb. "the palm of her hand" 2. something resembling a hand in form, in particular: (v) 1. pick (something) up and give it to (someone). "he handed each man a glass" synonyms: pass, give 2. hold the hand of (someone) in order to guide them in a specified direction. "he handed them into the carriage" synonyms: assist, help, aid
Will
(n) 1. the faculty by which a person decides on and initiates action. "she has an iron will" synonyms: determination, firmness of purpose, fixity of purpose 2. a legal document containing instructions as to what should be done with one's money and property after one's death.
Sight
(n) 1. the faculty or power of seeing. "Joseph lost his sight as a baby" synonyms: eyesight, vision 2. a thing that one sees or that can be seen. "John was a familiar sight in the bar for many years" (v) manage to see or observe (someone or something); catch an initial glimpse of. "tell me when you sight London Bridge" synonyms: glimpse, catch/get a glimpse of
Stock
(n) 1. the goods or merchandise kept on the premises of a business or warehouse and available for sale or distribution. "the store has a very low turnover of stock" synonyms: merchandise, goods, wares 2. the capital raised by a business or corporation through the issue and subscription of shares. "between 1982 and 1986, the value of the company's stock rose by 86%" (v) have or keep a supply of (a particular product or type or product) available for sale. "most supermarkets now stock a range of organic produce" synonyms: sell, carry, keep (in stock)
State
(n) 1. the particular condition that someone or something is in at a specific time. "the state of the company's finances" synonyms: condition, shape, situation 2. a nation or territory considered as an organized political community under one government. "Germany, Italy, and other European states" (v) express something definitely or clearly in speech or writing. "the report stated that more than 51 percent of voters failed to participate" synonyms: express (adj) 1. of, provided by, or concerned with the civil government of a country. "the future of state education" 2. used or done on ceremonial occasions; involving the ceremony associated with a head of state. "a state visit to Hungary by Queen Elizabeth" synonyms: ceremonial, official, formal
Humor
(n) 1. the quality of being amusing or comic, especially as expressed in literature or speech. "his tales are full of humor" 2. a mood or state of mind. "her good humor vanished" (v) comply with the wishes of (someone) in order to keep them content, however unreasonable such wishes might be. "she was always humoring him to prevent trouble"
Merit
(n) 1. the quality of being particularly good or worthy, especially so as to deserve praise or reward. "composers of outstanding merit" synonyms: excellence, quality 2. (Merits of Something) a feature or fact that deserves praise or reward. "the relative merits of both approaches have to be considered" synonyms: good point, strong point, advantage (v) deserve or be worthy of (something, especially reward, punishment, or attention). "the results have been encouraging enough to merit further investigation" synonyms: deserve, earn
Modesty
(n) 1. the quality of not being too proud or confident about yourself or your abilities. 2. the quality of behaving and especially dressing in ways that do not attract sexual attention. "She accepted the award with modesty." "He is known for his modesty, an uncommon characteristic for a politician."
Skill
(n) the ability to do something well; expertise. "difficult work, taking great skill" synonyms: expertise, skilfulness, expertness (v) train (a worker) to do a particular task. "there is a lack of basic skilling"
Value
(n) 1. the regard that something is held to deserve; the importance, worth, or usefulness of something. "your support is of great value" synonyms: merit, worth, usefulness 2. principles or standards of behavior; one's judgement of what is important in life. "they internalize their parents' rules and values" synonyms: principles, moral principles, ethics, moral code, morals (v) 1. estimate the monetary worth of. "his estate was valued at £45,000" synonyms: evaluate, assess, estimate, appraise 2. consider (someone or something) to be important or beneficial; have a high opinion of. "she had come to value her privacy" synonyms: appreciate, rate (highly)
Medium
(n) 1.an agency or means of doing something. "using the latest technology as a medium for job creation" 2. the intervening substance through which sensory impressions are conveyed or physical forces are transmitted. "radio communication needs no physical medium between the two stations" (adj) halfway between two extremes of size, amount, length, etc.; average. "John is six feet tall, of medium build" synonyms: average, middling, medium-sized, middle-sized, moderate, fair
Discipline
(n) 1.the practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience. "a lack of proper parental and school discipline" 2.a branch of knowledge, typically one studied in higher education. "sociology is a fairly new discipline" (v) train (someone) to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience. "many parents have been afraid to discipline their children"
Type
(n) a category of people or things having common characteristics. "this type of heather grows better in a drier habitat" synonyms: kind, sort, variety, class, category, set, genre (v) write (something) on a typewriter or computer by pressing the keys. "he typed out the second draft"
Ingredient
(n) a component part or element of something. "the affair contains all the ingredients of an insoluble mystery"
Rumor
(n) a currently circulating story or report of uncertain or doubtful truth. "they were investigating rumours of a massacre" synonyms: gossip (v) be circulated as an unverified account. "it's rumoured that he lives on a houseboat" synonyms: said to be, reported to be
Dispute
(n) a disagreement, argument, or debate. "a territorial dispute between the two countries" (v) 1. argue about (something); discuss heatedly. "I disputed the charge on the bill" 2. compete for; strive to win. "the two drivers crashed while disputing the lead"
Dial
(n) a face of a clock, watch, or sundial that is marked to show units of time. (v) call (a telephone number) by turning a disk with numbered holes or pressing a set of buttons. "he dialed room service"
Determinant
(n) a factor which decisively affects the nature or outcome of something. "pure force of will was the main determinant of his success"
Wage
(n) a fixed regular payment earned for work or services, typically paid on a daily or weekly basis. "we were struggling to get better wages" (v) carry on (a war or campaign). "it is necessary to destroy their capacity to wage war" synonyms: engage in, carry on
Scheme
(n) a large-scale systematic plan or arrangement for attaining some particular object or putting a particular idea into effect. "the occupational sick pay scheme" (v) make plans, especially in a devious way or with intent to do something illegal or wrong. "he schemed to bring about the collapse of the government"
Whine
(n) a long, high-pitched complaining cry. "the dog gave a small whine" synonyms: whimper, wail, cry, mewl, groan, moan (v) give or make a long, high-pitched complaining cry or sound. "the dog whined and scratched at the back door" synonyms: hum, drone, sing
Moan
(n) a long, low sound made by a person expressing physical or mental suffering or sexual pleasure. "she gave a low moan of despair" (v) make a long, low sound expressing physical or mental suffering or sexual pleasure. "just then their patient moaned and opened his eyes"
Yell
(n) a loud, sharp cry of pain, surprise, or delight. "her foot slipped and she gave a yell of fear" synonyms: cry, yelp, call, shout (v) shout in a loud, sharp way. "you heard me losing my temper and yelling at her"
Flaw
(n) a mark, blemish, or other imperfection which mars a substance or object. "a flaw in the glass" synonyms: defect (v) mar, weaken, or invalidate (something). "the computer game was flawed by poor programming"
Remedy
(n) a medicine or treatment for a disease or injury. "herbal remedies for aches and pains" (v) set right (an undesirable situation). "money will be given to remedy the poor funding of nurseries"
Row
(n) a number of people or things in a more or less straight line. "her villa stood in a row of similar ones" (v) propel (a boat) with oars. "out in the bay a small figure was rowing a rubber dinghy"
Bunch
(n) a number of things, typically of the same kind, growing or fastened together. "a bunch of grapes" (v) collect or fasten into a compact group. "she bunched the carnations together"
Jail
(n) a place for the confinement of people accused or convicted of a crime. "he spent 15 years in jail" (v) put (someone) in jail. "the driver was jailed for two years" synonyms: imprison
Source
(n) a place, person, or thing from which something comes or can be obtained. "mackerel is a good source of fish oil" synonyms: origin, birthplace (v) obtain from a particular source. "each type of coffee is sourced from one country"
Premise
(n) a previous statement or proposition from which another is inferred or follows as a conclusion. "if the premise is true, then the conclusion must be true" (v) base an argument, theory, or undertaking on. "the reforms were premised on our findings"
Link
(n) a relationship between two things or situations, especially where one thing affects the other. "investigating a link between pollution and forest decline" (v) make, form, or suggest a connection with or between. "rumors that linked his name with Judith" synonyms: associate, connect, relate, join
Smack
(n) a sharp slap or blow, typically one given with the palm of the hand. "she gave Mark a smack across the face" synonyms: slap, blow, spank (v) 1. strike (someone or something), typically with the palm of the hand and as a punishment. "Jessica smacked his face, quite hard" 2. part (one's lips) noisily in eager anticipation or enjoyment of food or drink. "Morgan drank half the Scotch and smacked his lips"
Sample
(n) a small part or quantity intended to show what the whole is like. "investigations involved analysing samples of handwriting" (v) take a sample or samples of (something) for analysis. "bone marrow cells were sampled"
Luxury
(n) a state of great comfort or elegance, especially when involving great expense. "he lived a life of luxury" (adj) luxurious or of the nature of a luxury. "a luxury yacht"
Urge
(n) a strong desire or impulse. "he felt the urge to giggle" synonyms: desire, wish, need, impulse (v) try earnestly or persistently to persuade (someone) to do something. "he urged her to come and stay with us"
Reward
(n) a thing given in recognition of service, effort, or achievement. "the holiday was a reward for 40 years' service with the company" synonyms: recompense, prize (v) give something to (someone) in recognition of their services, efforts, or achievements. "the engineer who supervised the work was rewarded with the MBE" synonyms: recompense, pay, remunerate
Compound
(n) a thing that is composed of two or more separate elements; a mixture. "the air smelled like a compound of diesel and petrol fumes" synonyms: amalgam (adj) made up or consisting of several parts or elements. "a compound noun" synonyms: composite, complex (v) make up (a composite whole); constitute. "a dialect compounded of Spanish and Dutch" synonyms: be composed of, be made up of, be constituted of, be formed from
Implement
(n) a tool, utensil, or other piece of equipment, especially as used for a particular purpose. "agricultural implements" (v) put (a decision, plan, agreement, etc.) into effect. "the regulations implement a 1954 treaty"
Urine
(n) a watery, typically yellowish fluid stored in the bladder and discharged through the urethra. It is one of the body's chief means of eliminating excess water and salt, and also contains nitrogen compounds such as urea and other waste substances removed from the blood by the kidneys.
Staff
(n) all the people employed by a particular organization. "a staff of 600" synonyms: employees, workers, workforce, personnel (v) provide (an organization, business, etc.) with staff. "legal advice centers are staffed by volunteer lawyers" synonyms: man, people, crew, work, operate, occupy
Sacrifice
(n) an act of slaughtering an animal or person or surrendering a possession as an offering to a deity. "they offer sacrifices to the spirits" (v) 1. offer or kill as a religious sacrifice. "the goat was sacrificed at the shrine" 2. give up (something valued) for the sake of other considerations. "working hard doesn't mean sacrificing your social life"
Tribute
(n) an act, statement, or gift that is intended to show gratitude, respect, or admiration. "the video is a tribute to the musicals of the '40s"
Overdose
(n) an excessive and dangerous dose of a drug. "she took an overdose the day her husband left" (v) take an overdose of a drug. "he was admitted to the hospital after overdosing on cocaine"
Raise
(n) an increase in salary. (v) 1. lift or move to a higher position or level. "she raised both arms above her head" 2. increase the amount, level, or strength of. "the bank raised interest rates" 3. bring up (a child). "he was born and raised in San Francisco"
Wound
(n) an injury to living tissue caused by a cut, blow, or other impact, typically one in which the skin is cut or broken. "a knife wound" synonyms: injury (v) inflict a wound on. "the sergeant was seriously wounded" synonyms: injure, hurt, damage, harm
Wipeout
(n) an instance of being destroyed or overwhelmingly defeated. "a nuclear wipeout"
Welcome
(n) an instance or manner of greeting someone. "you will receive a warm welcome" (v) 1. greet (someone arriving) in a polite or friendly way. "hotels should welcome guests in their own language" synonyms: greet 2. be glad to entertain (someone) or receive (something). "we welcome any comments" 3. react with pleasure or approval to (an event or development). "the bank's decision to cut its rates was widely welcomed" (adj) 1. (of a guest or new arrival) gladly received. "I'm pleased to see you, lad—you're welcome" synonyms: gladly received, wanted, appreciated 2. very pleasing because much needed or desired. "after your walk, the tea room serves a welcome cuppa" synonyms: pleasing, agreeable, encouraging
Monitor
(n) an instrument or device used for observing, checking, or keeping a continuous record of a process or quantity. "a heart monitor" (v) observe and check the progress or quality of (something) over a period of time; keep under systematic review. "equipment was installed to monitor air quality" synonyms: observe, watch, track
Lie
(n) an intentionally false statement. "Mungo felt a pang of shame at telling Alice a lie" (v) 1. tell a lie or lies. "why had Wesley lied about his visit to Philadelphia?" 2. (of a person or animal) be in or assume a horizontal or resting position on a supporting surface. "the man lay face downward on the grass" 3. (of a place) be situated in a specified position or direction. "the small town of Swampscott lies about ten miles north of Boston"
Surprise
(n) an unexpected or astonishing event, fact, or thing. "the announcement was a complete surprise" (v) (of something unexpected) cause (someone) to feel mild astonishment or shock. "I was surprised at his statement" synonyms: astonish, amaze, startle, astound
Solace
(n) comfort or consolation in a time of great distress or sadness. "she sought solace in her religion" synonyms: comfort, consolation, cheer, support, relief "they tried to find solace in pictures of their little girl as they wanted to remember her" (v) give solace to. "the soundlessness of nature impressed and solaced her" synonyms: comfort, give solace to
Torment
(n) severe physical or mental suffering. "their deaths have left both families in torment" synonyms: agony, suffering, torture, pain, anguish, misery, distress (v) cause to experience severe mental or physical suffering. "he was tormented by jealousy"
Mortgage
(n) the charging of real (or personal) property by a debtor to a creditor as security for a debt (especially one incurred by the purchase of the property), on the condition that it shall be returned on payment of the debt within a certain period. (v)1. convey (a property) to a creditor as security on a loan. "the estate was mortgaged up to the hilt" 2. expose to future risk or constraint for the sake of immediate advantage. "some people worry that selling off federal assets mortgages the country's future"
Manufacture
(n) the making of articles on a large scale using machinery. "the manufacture of armored vehicles" (v) make (something) on a large scale using machinery. "a company that manufactured paint-by-number sets" synonyms: make, produce
Ruin
(n) the physical destruction or disintegration of something or the state of disintegrating or being destroyed. "a large white house falling into gentle ruin" (v) reduce (a building or place) to a state of decay, collapse, or disintegration. "a ruined castle"
Murder
(n) the unlawful premeditated killing of one human being by another. "the stabbing murder of an off-Broadway producer" synonyms: killing, homicide, assassination (v) kill (someone) unlawfully and with premeditation. "somebody tried to murder Joe" synonyms: kill, put to death, assassinate, execute
Sound
(n) vibrations that travel through the air or another medium and can be heard when they reach a person's or animal's ear. "light travels faster than sound" (v) 1. emit or cause to emit sound. "a loud buzzer sounded" 2. convey a specified impression when heard. "he sounded worried" (adj) 1. in good condition; not damaged, injured, or diseased. "they returned safe and sound" synonyms: healthy, in good condition 2. based on reason, sense, or judgment. "sound advice for healthy living" synonyms: well founded, valid, reasonable
Match
(n)1. a contest in which people or teams compete against each other in a particular sport. "a boxing match" synonyms: contest, competition 2. a person or thing able to contend with another as an equal in quality or strength. "they were no match for the trained mercenaries" (v) 1. correspond or cause to correspond in some essential respect; make or be harmonious. "we bought green and blue curtains to match the bedspread" synonyms: go with, coordinate with, complement 2. be equal to (something) in quality or strength. "his anger matched her own"
Compromise
(n)1. a settlement of differences by mutual concessions; an agreement reached by adjustment of conflicting or opposing claims, principles, etc., by reciprocal modification of demands. 2. the result of such a settlement. 3. something intermediate between different things: "The split-level is a compromise between a ranch house and a multi-storied house." (v) 4. to settle by a compromise. 5. to expose or make vulnerable to danger, suspicion, scandal, etc.; jeopardize: "a military oversight that compromised the nation's defenses."
Spark
(n)1. a small fragment of a burning substance thrown out by burning material or by friction. 2, a trace of a specified quality or intense feeling. "a tiny spark of anger flared within her" (v) emit sparks of fire or electricity. "the ignition sparks as soon as the gas is turned on"
Pledge
(n)1. a solemn promise or undertaking. "the conference ended with a joint pledge to limit pollution" synonyms: promise 2. LAW: a thing that is given as security for the fulfillment of a contract or the payment of a debt and is liable to forfeiture in the event of failure.syn: bond. (v) commit (a person or organization) by a solemn promise. "the government pledged itself to deal with environmental problems"
Brush
(n)1. an implement with a handle, consisting of bristles, hair, or wire set into a block, used for cleaning or scrubbing, applying a liquid or powder to a surface, arranging the hair, or other purposes. "a paint brush" (v) 1. remove (dust or dirt) by sweeping or scrubbing. "we'll be able to brush the mud off easily" -clean (one's teeth) by scrubbing with a brush. -arrange (one's hair) by running a brush through it.
Rise
(n)1. an upward movement; an instance of rising. "the bird has a display flight of steep flapping rises" 2. an increase in number, size, amount, or degree. "local people are worried by the rise in crime" (v) 1. move from a lower position to a higher one; come or go up. "the tiny aircraft rose from the ground" 2. get up from lying, sitting, or kneeling. "she pushed back her chair and rose"
Courtesy
(n)1. excellence of manners or social conduct; polite behavior. 2. a courteous, respectful, or considerate act or expression. 3. indulgence, consent, or acquiescence: "a "colonel" by courtesy rather than by right." 4. favor, help, or generosity: "The costumes for the play were by courtesy of the local department store." (adj)1. done or performed as a matter of courtesy or protocol: "a courtesy call on the mayor. 2. offered or provided free by courtesy of the management: "While waiting to board the airplane, we were provided with courtesy coffee."
Impact
(n)1. the action of one object coming forcibly into contact with another. "there was the sound of a third impact" 2. the effect or influence of one person, thing, or action, on another. "our regional measures have had a significant impact on unemployment" (v) 1. have a strong effect on someone or something. "high interest rates have impacted on retail spending" 2. come into forcible contact with another object. "the shell impacted twenty yards away"
Strike
(n): 1. a refusal to work organized by a body of employees as a form of protest, typically in an attempt to gain a concession or concessions from their employer. 2. a sudden attack, typically a military one. (v): 1. hit forcibly and deliberately with one's hand or a weapon or other implement. 2. (of a disaster, disease, or other unwelcome phenomenon) occur suddenly and have harmful or damaging effects on.
Process
(n): a series of actions or steps taken in order to achieve a particular end. (v): perform a series of mechanical or chemical operations on (something) in order to change or preserve it.
Guide
(n): someone who shows the way by leading or advising; a model or standard for making comparisons; something that offers basic information or instruction. (v): be a guiding force, as with directions or advice; direct the course.
Flow
(n): the action or fact of moving along in a steady, continuous stream. (v): go from one place to another in a steady stream, typically in large numbers.
Flourish
(v) 1. (of a living organism) grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way, especially as the result of a particularly congenial environment. "wild plants flourish on the banks of the lake" synonyms: grow, thrive, prosper 2. develop rapidly and successfully. "the organization has continued to flourish" antonyms: decline, diminish 3. wave (something) about to attract attention. "'Happy New Year!' he yelled, flourishing a bottle of whisky" (n) 1. a bold or extravagant gesture or action, made especially to attract attention. "with a flourish, she ushered them inside" 2. an impressive and successful act or period. "United produced a late second-half flourish"
Bite
(v) 1. (of a person or animal) use the teeth to cut into something in order to eat it. (n) 1. an act of biting into something in order to eat it. "Stephen ate a hot dog in three big bites"
Flush
(v) 1. (of a person's skin, face, etc.) become red and hot, typically as the result of illness or strong emotion. "Rachel flushed angrily" 2. cleanse (something, especially a toilet) by causing large quantities of water to pass through it. "she flushed the loo" (n) 1. a reddening of the face, skin, etc., typically caused by illness or strong emotion. "a flush of embarrassment rose to her cheeks" 2. a sudden rush of intense emotion. "I was carried away in a flush of enthusiasm"
Last
(v) 1. (of a process, activity, or state of things) continue for a specified period of time. "the guitar solo lasted for twenty minutes" 2. continue to function well or to be in good condition for a considerable or specified length of time. "the car is built to last" (adj) 1. coming after all others in time or order; final. "they caught the last bus" 2. most recent in time; latest. "last year" (adv) 1. on the last occasion before the present; previously. "he looked much older than when I'd last seen him" 2. after all others in order or sequence. "the two last-mentioned classes"
Retreat
(v) 1. (of an army) withdraw from enemy forces as a result of their superior power or after a defeat. "the French retreated in disarray" synonyms: withdraw 2. change one's mind or plans as a result of criticism or difficulty. "his proposals were clearly unreasonable and he was forced to retreat" (n) an act of moving back or withdrawing. "a speedy retreat" synonyms: withdrawal
Prompt
(v) 1. (of an event or fact) cause or bring about (an action or feeling). "the violence prompted a wave of refugees to flee the country" 2. cause someone to take a course of action. "curiosity prompted him to look inside" synonyms: induce 3. encourage (a hesitating speaker) to say something. "'And the picture?' he prompted" synonyms: remind, cue (n) 1. an act of encouraging a hesitating speaker. "with barely a prompt, Barbara talked on" 2. the time limit for the payment of an account, stated on a prompt note. (adj) 1. done without delay; immediate. "she would have died but for the prompt action of two ambulancemen" synonyms: quick, swift 2. ready in action; quick to act as occasion demands.
Decay
(v) 1. (of organic matter) rot or decompose through the action of bacteria and fungi. "the body had begun to decay" 2. decline in quality, power, or vigour. "the moral authority of the party was decaying" (n) 1. the state or process of rotting or decomposition. "hardwood is more resistant to decay than softwood" 2. the process of declining in quality, power, or vigour. "the problems of urban decay"
Stretch
(v) 1. (of something soft or elastic) be made or be capable of being made longer or wider without tearing or breaking. "my sweater stretched in the wash" 2. straighten or extend one's body or a part of one's body to its full length, typically so as to tighten one's muscles or in order to reach something. "the cat yawned and stretched" (n) 1. an act of stretching one's limbs or body. "I got up and had a stretch" 2. a continuous area or expanse of land or water. "a treacherous stretch of road"
Decline
(v) 1. (typically of something regarded as good) become smaller, fewer, or less; decrease. "the birth rate continued to decline" synonyms: decrease, reduce 2. diminish in strength or quality; deteriorate. "her health began to decline" synonyms: deteriorate 3. politely refuse (an invitation or offer). "Caroline declined the coffee" synonyms: turn down, reject (n) a gradual and continuous loss of strength, numbers, or value. "a serious decline in bird numbers" synonyms: reduction, decrease, downturn
Feel
(v) 1. be aware of (a person or object) through touching or being touched. "she felt someone touch her shoulder" 2. experience (an emotion or sensation). "I felt a sense of excitement" (n) 1. an act of touching something to examine it. 2. a sensation given by an object or material when touched. "nylon cloth with a cotton feel"
Drift
(v) 1. be carried slowly by a current of air or water. "the cabin cruiser started to drift downstream" 2. (especially of snow or leaves) be blown into heaps by the wind. "fallen leaves start to drift in the gutters" (n) 1. a continuous slow movement from one place to another. "there was a drift to the towns" 2. the general intention or meaning of an argument or someone's remarks. "maybe I'm too close to the forest to see the trees, if you catch my drift"
Shrink
(v) 1. become or make smaller in size or amount. "the workforce shrank to a thousand" antonyms: expand 2. move back or away, especially because of fear or disgust. "she shrank away from him, covering her face" synonyms: draw back (n) a psychiatrist. "you should see a shrink"
Treat
(v) 1. behave toward or deal with in a certain way. "she had been brutally treated" 2. give medical care or attention to; try to heal or cure. "the two were treated for cuts and bruises" synonyms: give medical care (to), nurse, care for 3. provide someone with (food, drink, or entertainment) at one's own expense. "the old man had treated him to a drink or two" (n) an event or item that is out of the ordinary and gives great pleasure. "he wanted to take her to the movies as a treat" synonyms: celebration, entertainment, amusement
Bust - Busted
(v) 1. break, split, or burst (something). "they bust the tunnel wide open" 2. arrest. "he was busted for drugs"
Hit
(v) 1. bring one's hand or a tool or weapon into contact with (someone or something) quickly and forcefully. "the woman hit the mugger with her umbrella" 2. cause harm or distress to. "the area has been badly hit by business closures" (n) 1. an instance of striking or being struck. "few structures can withstand a hit from a speeding car" 2. an instance of striking the target aimed at. "one of the bombers had scored a direct hit"
Point
(v) 1. direct someone's attention towards something by extending one's finger or something held in one's hand. "the lads were nudging each other and pointing at me" 2. cite a fact or situation as evidence of something. "he points to several factors supporting this conclusion" (n) 1. the tapered, sharp end of a tool, weapon, or other object. "the point of his dagger" synonyms: tip, sharp end 2. a dot or other punctuation mark, in particular a full stop.
Tap
(v) 1. draw liquid through the tap or spout of (a cask, barrel, or other container). "bragging of tests they had aced and kegs they had tapped" synonyms: drain, bleed 2. strike (someone or something) with a quick light blow or blows. "one of my staff tapped me on the shoulder" synonyms: knock (n) a device by which a flow of liquid or gas from a pipe or container can be controlled. synonyms: faucet, valve, stopcock, cock, spout, spigot, spile "she turned the tap on"
Play
(v) 1. engage in activity for enjoyment and recreation rather than a serious or practical purpose. "the children were playing by a pool" synonyms: amuse oneself, entertain oneself 2. take part in (a sport). "I play squash and badminton" synonyms: take part in, participate in, engage in, be involved in (n) 1. activity engaged in for enjoyment and recreation, especially by children. "a child at play may use a stick as an aeroplane" synonyms: amusement, entertainment 2. a dramatic work for the stage or to be broadcast. "the actors put on a new play"
Undermine
(v) 1. erode the base or foundation of (a rock formation). "the flow of water had undermined pillars supporting the roof" 2. lessen the effectiveness, power, or ability of, especially gradually or insidiously. "this could undermine years of hard work" synonyms: subvert, sabotage, threaten, weaken
Project
(v) 1. estimate or forecast (something) on the basis of present trends. "spending was projected at £72,900 million" synonyms: forecast, predict 2. extend outwards beyond something else; protrude. "I noticed a slip of paper projecting from the book" (n) an individual or collaborative enterprise that is carefully planned to achieve a particular aim. "a research project"
Praise
(v) 1. express warm approval or admiration of. "we can't praise Chris enough—he did a brilliant job" 2. express one's respect and gratitude towards (a deity), especially in song. "we praise God for past blessings" synonyms: worship, glorify (n) 1. the expression of approval or admiration for someone or something. "the audience was full of praise for the whole production" 2. the expression of respect and gratitude as an act of worship. "give praise to God"
Miss
(v) 1. fail to hit, reach, or come into contact with (something aimed at). "a laser-guided bomb had missed its target" 2. notice the loss or absence of. "he's rich—he won't miss the money" (n) a failure to hit, catch, or reach something. "Elster's stunning catch in the third inning made up for his dreadful miss in the first"
Overlook
(v) 1. fail to notice (something). "he seems to have overlooked one important fact" 2. have a view of from above. "the chateau overlooks fields of corn and olive trees" (n) a commanding position or view. "he veered off the highway onto an overlook"
Handle
(v) 1. feel or manipulate with the hands. "heavy paving slabs can be difficult to handle" 2. manage (a situation or problem). "a lawyer's ability to handle a case properly" (n) the part by which a thing is held, carried, or controlled. "the pan features helpful lifting handles"
Pour
(v) 1. flow rapidly in a steady stream. "water poured off the roof" synonyms: stream 2. cause (a liquid) to flow from a container in a steady stream. "she poured a little whisky into a glass"
Concentrate
(v) 1. focus one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity. "she couldn't concentrate on the movie" 2. gather (people or things) together in numbers or in a mass. "wealth was concentrated in the hands of the governing elite" (n) 1. a substance made by removing water or other diluting agent; a concentrated form of something, especially food. "apple juice concentrate"
Twist
(v) 1. form into a bent, curling, or distorted shape. "a strip of metal is twisted to form a hollow tube" 2. cause to rotate around something that remains stationary; turn. "she twisted her ring around and around on her finger" synonyms: twiddle 3. injure (a joint) by wrenching it. "he twisted his ankle trying to avoid his opponent's lunge" 4. distort or misrepresent the meaning of (words). "he twisted my words to make it seem that I'd claimed she was a drug addict" synonyms: distort, misrepresent, change, alter (n) 1. an act of turning something so that it moves in relation to something that remains stationary. "the taps needed a single twist to turn them on" 2. an unexpected development of events. "it was soon time for the next twist of fate in his extraordinary career"
Retrieve
(v) 1. get or bring (something) back from somewhere. "I was sent to retrieve the balls from his garden" 2. find or extract (information stored in a computer). "other features include the ability to store, update, retrieve, and print your data" (n) an act of retrieving something, especially game that has been shot. "watch the dog make the long retrieves"
Report
(v) 1. give a spoken or written account of something that one has observed, heard, done, or investigated. "the minister reported a decline in milk production" 2. present oneself formally as having arrived at a particular place or as ready to do something. "he had to report to the headmaster at 4 pm" (n) 1. an account given of a particular matter, especially in the form of an official document, after thorough investigation or consideration by an appointed person or body. "the chairman's annual report" 2. a piece of information that is unsupported by firm evidence. "reports were circulating that the chairman was about to resign"
Hold
(v) 1. grasp, carry, or support with one's arms or hands. "she was holding a brown leather suitcase" 2. keep or detain (someone). "the police were holding him on a murder charge" (n) an act or manner of grasping something; a grip. "he caught hold of her arm"
Wear
(v) 1. have (something) on one's body as clothing, decoration, or protection. "he was wearing a dark suit" synonyms: be dressed in, be clothed in 2. damage, erode, or destroy by friction or use. "the track has been worn down in part to bare rock" synonyms: erode (n) 1. clothing suitable for a particular purpose or of a particular type. "evening wear" synonyms: clothes, dress, clothing 2. damage or deterioration sustained from continuous use. "you need to make a deduction for wear and tear on all your belongings" synonyms: damage
Suspect
(v) 1. have an idea or impression of the existence, presence, or truth of (something) without certain proof. "if you suspect a gas leak, do not turn on an electric light" 2. doubt the genuineness or truth of. "a broker whose honesty he had no reason to suspect" synonyms: doubt (n) a person thought to be guilty of a crime or offense. "the police have arrested a suspect" synonyms: suspected person, accused (adj) not to be relied on or trusted; possibly dangerous or false. "a suspect package was found on the platform" synonyms: suspicious, dubious, doubtful, untrustworthy
Afford
(v) 1. have enough money to pay for. "the best that I could afford was a first-floor room" synonyms: pay for, bear/meet the expense of 2. provide or supply (an opportunity or facility). "the rooftop terrace affords beautiful views" synonyms: provide, supply
Keep
(v) 1. have or retain possession of. "my father would keep the best for himself" 2. continue or cause to continue in a specified condition, position, course, etc. "she could have had some boyfriend she kept quiet about" (n) food, clothes, and other essentials for living. "working overtime to earn his keep"
Mean
(v) 1. intend to convey or refer to (a particular thing); signify. "I don't know what you mean" synonyms: signify, convey 2. intend (something) to occur or be the case. "they mean no harm" synonyms: intend, aim, plan 3. to have the value of; assume the importance of. "Money means everything to them." "She means the world to him." (n) 1. Usually, means. ( used with a singular or plural verb) an agency, instrument, or method used to attain an end. "There are several means of solving the problem." 2.
Watch
(v) 1. look at or observe attentively over a period of time. "Lucy watched him go" synonyms: observe, view, look a 2. exercise care, caution, or restraint about. "most women watch their diet during pregnancy" synonyms: be careful about/of 3. look out or be on the alert for. "in spring and summer, watch for kingfishers" synonyms: look out for, wait for, await (n) 1. a small timepiece worn typically on a strap on one's wrist. "my watch had stopped" 2. an act or instance of carefully observing someone or something over a period of time. "the security forces have been keeping a close watch on our activities" 3. a period during which a person is stationed to look out for danger or trouble, typically at night. "Murray took the last watch before dawn"
Preserve
(v) 1. maintain (something) in its original or existing state. "all records of the past were zealously preserved" 2. treat (food) to prevent its decomposition. "freezing and canning can be reliable methods of preserving foods"
Dilute
(v) 1. make (a liquid) thinner or weaker by adding water or another solvent to it. "bleach can be diluted with cold water" 2. make (something) weaker in force, content, or value by modification or the addition of other elements. "the reforms have been diluted" synonyms: diminish, reduce, decrease, lessen
Dignify
(v) 1. make (something) seem worthy and impressive. "the Americans had dignified their departure with a ceremony" synonyms: distinguish, add distinction to, add dignity to, honour 2. give an impressive name to (someone or something unworthy of it). "dumps are increasingly dignified as landfills"
Whimper
(v) 1. make a series of low, feeble sounds expressive of fear, pain, or unhappiness. "a child in a bed nearby began to whimper" synonyms: whine, cry, sniffle 2. say something in a low, feeble voice that expresses fear, pain, or unhappiness. "'He's not dead, is he?' she whimpered" (n) 1. a whimpering sound. "she gave a little whimper of protest" 2. a feeble or anticlimactic tone or ending. "their first appearance in the top flight ended with a whimper rather than a bang"
Exploit
(v) 1. make full use of and derive benefit from (a resource). "500 companies sprang up to exploit this new technology" 2. make use of (a situation) in a way considered unfair or underhand. "the company was exploiting a legal loophole"
Stain
(v) 1. mark or discolour with something that is not easily removed. "her clothing was stained with blood" 2. colour (a material or object) by applying a penetrative dye or chemical. "wood can always be stained to a darker shade" (n) a coloured patch or dirty mark that is difficult to remove. "there were mud stains on my shoes"
Run
(v) 1. move at a speed faster than a walk, never having both or all the feet on the ground at the same time. "the dog ran across the road" synonyms: sprint, race 2. pass or cause to pass quickly in a particular direction. "the rumour ran through the pack of photographers" (n) 1. an act or spell of running. "I usually go for a run in the morning" 2. an opportunity or attempt to achieve something. "their absence means the Russians will have a clear run at the title" 3. a continuous spell of a particular situation or condition. "he's had a run of bad luck"
Reverse
(v) 1. move backwards. "the lorry reversed into the back of a bus" 2. make (something) the opposite of what it was. "the damage done to the ozone layer may be reversed" (adj) going in or turned towards the direction opposite to that previously stated. "the trend appears to be going in the reverse direction" synonyms: opposite, contrary
Advance
(v) 1. move forward, typically in a purposeful way. "the troops advanced on the capital" synonyms: move forward, proceed (n) 1. a forward movement. "the rebels' advance on Madrid was well under way" synonyms: progress, forward movement; approach 2. an amount of money paid before it is due or for work only partly completed. "the author was paid a $250,000 advance" synonyms: down payment (adj) done, sent, or supplied beforehand. "advance notice" synonyms: preliminary
Turn
(v) 1. move or cause to move in a circular direction wholly or partly around an axis or point. "the big wheel was turning" 2. change in nature, state, form, or color; become. "Emmeline turned pale" synonyms: become, develop into 3. start doing or becoming involved with. "in 1939 he turned to films in earnest" (n) 1. an act of moving something in a circular direction around an axis or point. "a safety lock requiring four turns of the key" 2. an opportunity or obligation to do something that comes successively to each of a number of people. "it was his turn to speak"
Pull
(v) exert force on (someone or something) so as to cause movement towards oneself. "he pulled her down on to the couch" (n) an act of pulling something. "give the hair a quick pull and it comes out by the roots"
Spread
(v) 1. open out (something) so as to extend its surface area, width, or length. "I spread a towel on the sand and sat down" 2. extend over a large or increasing area. "she stood at the window looking at the town spread out below" 3. extend over a large or increasing area. "she stood at the window looking at the town spread out below" (n) 1. the fact or process of spreading over an area. "the spread of AIDS" synonyms: expansion, proliferation, extension, growth 2. the extent, width, or area covered by something. "the male's antlers can attain a spread of six feet" synonyms: span, width, extent, stretch, reach
Spend
(v) 1. pay out (money) in buying or hiring goods or services. "the firm has spent $100,000 on hardware and software" 2. used to show the activity in which someone is engaged or the place where they are living over a period of time. "she spent a lot of time traveling"
Yield
(v) 1. produce or provide (a natural, agricultural, or industrial product). "the land yields grapes and tobacco" 2. produce or generate (a result, gain, or financial return). "this method yields the same results" synonyms: produce, bear, give, supply 3. give way to arguments, demands, or pressure. "the Western powers now yielded when they should have resisted" synonyms: surrender, capitulate 4. concede (a point of dispute). "I yielded the point" (n) an amount produced of an agricultural or industrial product. "the milk yield was poor"
Throw
(v) 1. propel (something) with force through the air by a movement of the arm and hand. "I threw a brick through the window" 2. cause to enter suddenly a particular state or condition. "he threw all her emotions into turmoil" (n) an act of throwing something. "Jeter's throw to first base was too late"
Remark
(v) 1. say something as a comment; mention. "'Tom's looking peaky,' she remarked" synonyms: comment 2. regard with attention; notice. "he remarked the man's inflamed eyelids" synonyms: note, notice, observe (n) a written or spoken comment. "I decided to ignore his rude remarks"
Claim
(v) 1. state or assert that something is the case, typically without providing evidence or proof. "the Prime Minister claimed that he was concerned about Third World debt" synonyms: assert, declare, profess, maintain 2. formally request or demand; say that one owns or has earned (something). "if no one claims the items, they will become Crown property" (n) 1. an assertion that something is true. "he was dogged by the claim that he had CIA links" synonyms: assertion, declaration, profession, affirmation 2. a demand or request for something considered one's due. "the court had denied their claims to asylum" synonyms: request, application
Sustain
(v) 1. strengthen or support physically or mentally. "this thought had sustained him throughout the years" synonyms: comfort, help, assist, encourage 2. undergo or suffer (something unpleasant, especially an injury). "he died after sustaining severe head injuries" synonyms: undergo, experience, suffer, endure "she sustained slight injuries"
Incorporate
(v) 1. take in or contain (something) as part of a whole; include. "he has incorporated in his proposals a number of measures" 2. constitute (a company, city, or other organization) as a legal corporation. "limited liability companies could only be incorporated under the 1930 Act"
Use
(v) 1. take, hold, or deploy (something) as a means of accomplishing or achieving something; employ. "she used her key to open the front door" synonyms: utilize 2. take or consume (an amount) from a limited supply. "we have used all the available funds" (n) 1. the action of using something or the state of being used for a purpose. "hyper-modern trains are now in use" synonyms: utilization, application, usage, employment, operation 2. the value or advantage of something. "it was no use trying to persuade her" synonyms: usefulness, advantage, benefit
Choke
(v) 1. to stop the breath of by squeezing or obstructing the windpipe; strangle; stifle. 2. to stop by or as if by strangling or stifling: The sudden wind choked his words. 3. to stop by filling; obstruct; clog: Grease choked the drain. 4. to suppress (a feeling, emotion, etc.) (often followed by back or down): I managed to choke back my tears.
Inflect
(v) 1. vary the intonation or pitch of (the voice), especially to express mood or feeling. "his slight voice, inflected with a token touch of grit" 2. influence or colour (music or writing) in tone or style. "her analysis may have been inflected by the upsurge of feminism" 3. "technical" bend or deflect (something), especially inwards. "particles readily inflect, deflect and jostle one another"
Piss
(v) To urinate. (n) urine
Purchase
(v) acquire (something) by paying for it; buy. "Mr Gill spotted the manuscript at a local auction and purchased it for £1,500" (n) the action of buying something. "the large number of videos currently available for purchase"
Breed
(v) cause (an animal) to produce offspring, typically in a controlled and organized way. "he wants to see the animals his new stock has been bred from" (n) a stock of animals or plants within a species having a distinctive appearance and typically having been developed by deliberate selection.
Regard
(v) consider or think of (someone or something) in a specified way. "she regarded Omaha as her base" (n) 1) attention to or concern for something. "the court must have regard to the principle of welfare" 2) best wishes (used to express friendliness in greetings, esp. at the end of letters). "Warm regards, Helen" 3) high opinion; liking and respect; esteem. "she had a particular regard for Eliot"
Slash
(v) cut with a wide, sweeping movement, typically using a knife or sword. "she tried to kill herself by slashing her wrists" (n) a wide, sweeping stroke made with a knife or sword. "the man took a mighty slash at his head with a large sword"
Sniff
(v) draw up air audibly through the nose to detect a smell, to stop it running, or to express contempt. "his dog sniffed at my trousers" synonyms: inhale, snuffle (n) an act or sound of sniffing. "he gave a sniff of disapproval" synonyms: snuffle
Vomit
(v) eject matter from the stomach through the mouth. "the sickly stench made him want to vomit" (n) the act of vomiting.
Sigh
(v) emit a long, deep audible breath expressing sadness, relief, tiredness, or similar. "Harry sank into a chair and sighed with relief" (n) a long, deep audible exhalation expressing sadness, relief, tiredness, or similar. "she let out a long sigh of despair"
Regret
(v) feel sad, repentant, or disappointed over (something that one has done or failed to do). "she immediately regretted her words" synonyms: be sorry about (n) a feeling of sadness, repentance, or disappointment over an occurrence or something that one has done or failed to do. "she expressed her regret at Virginia's death" synonyms: remorse, sorrow
Strain
(v) force (a part of one's body or oneself) to make an unusually great effort. "I stopped and listened, straining my ears for any sound" (n) 1. a force tending to pull or stretch something to an extreme or damaging degree. "the usual type of chair puts an enormous strain on the spine" 2. a severe or excessive demand on the strength, resources, or abilities of someone or something. "the accusations put a strain on relations between the two countries" synonyms: pressure, demands, burdens
Disguise
(v) give (someone or oneself) a different appearance in order to conceal one's identity. "he disguised himself as a girl" (n)a means of altering one's appearance or concealing one's identity. "his bizarre disguise drew stares from fellow shoppers"
Permit
(v) give authorization or consent to (someone) to do something. "the law permits councils to monitor any factory emitting smoke" synonyms: allow, authorize, give someone permission (n) a written order granting special permission to do something
Correlate
(v) have a mutual relationship or connection, in which one thing affects or depends on another. "the study found that success in the educational system correlates highly with class" (n) each of two or more related or complementary things. "strategies to promote health should pay greater attention to financial hardship and other correlates of poverty"
Mimic
(v) imitate (someone or their actions or words), especially in order to entertain or ridicule. "she mimicked Eileen's pedantic voice" (n) a person skilled in imitating the voice or actions of others in an entertaining way. "he has great ability as a mimic"
Join
(v) link; connect. "the tap was joined to a pipe" (n) a place or line where two or more things are connected or fastened together. "it was soldered so well that you couldn't see the join"
Stare
(v) look fixedly or vacantly at someone or something with one's eyes wide open. he stared at her in amazement" synonyms: gaze (n) a long fixed or vacant look. "she gave him a cold stare"
Forfeit
(v) lose or be deprived of (property or a right or privilege) as a penalty for wrongdoing. "those unable to meet their taxes were liable to forfeit their estates" (n) a fine or penalty for wrongdoing. "the loser must pay a forfeit" (adj) lost or surrendered as a penalty for wrongdoing. "his possessions were declared forfeit"
Despair
(v) lose or be without hope. "we should not despair" (n) the complete loss or absence of hope. "driven to despair, he throws himself under a train"
Upset
(v) make (someone) unhappy, disappointed, or worried. "the accusation upset her" synonyms: distress, trouble, perturb, disturb (n) 1. an unexpected result or situation. "the greatest upset in boxing history" synonyms: unexpected result 2. the state of being unhappy, disappointed, or worried. "a legal dispute will cause worry and upset" synonyms: distress, trouble, perturbation, disturbance (adj) unhappy, disappointed, or worried. "she looked pale and upset"
Supply
(v) make (something needed or wanted) available to someone; provide. "the farm supplies apples to cider makers" synonyms: give, contribute, provide (n) a stock of a resource from which a person or place can be provided with the necessary amount of that resource. "there were fears that the drought would limit the exhibition's water supply" synonyms: stock, store, reserve, reservoir, stockpile
List
(v) make a list of. "I have listed four reasons below" (n)a number of connected items or names written or printed consecutively, typically one below the other. "consult the list of drugs on page 326"
Struggle
(v) make forceful or violent efforts to get free of restraint or constriction. "before she could struggle, he lifted her up" (n) a forceful or violent effort to get free of restraint or resist attack.
Soak
(v) make or allow (something) to become thoroughly wet by immersing it in liquid. "soak the beans overnight in water" synonyms: immerse, steep, submerge, submerse (n) an act of immersing someone or something in liquid for a period of time. "I'm looking forward to a long soak in the bath"
Tab
(v) mark or identify with a projecting piece of material. "he opened the book at a page tabbed by a cloth (n) a small flap or strip of material attached to or projecting from something, used to hold or manipulate it, or for identification and information. synonyms: tag, label
Transplant
(v) move or transfer (something) to another place or situation, typically with some effort or upheaval. "his endeavor to transplant people from Russia to the Argentine" synonyms: transfer (n) an operation in which an organ or tissue is transplanted. "a heart transplant"
Slide
(v) move smoothly along a surface while maintaining continuous contact with it. "she slid down the bank into the water" (n) 1. a structure with a smooth sloping surface for children to slide down. "Anna played on the slide" 2. an act of sliding along a smooth surface. "use an ice axe to halt a slide on ice and snow"
Dismiss
(v) order or allow to leave; send away. "she dismissed the taxi at the corner of the road"
Refund
(v) pay back (money), typically to a customer who is not satisfied with goods or services bought. "if you're not delighted with your purchase, we guarantee to refund your money in full" (n) a repayment of a sum of money. "you may be allowed to claim a refund of the tax"
Thrust
(v) push (something or someone) suddenly or violently in the specified direction. "she thrust her hands into her pockets" (n) 1. a sudden or violent lunge with a pointed weapon or a bodily part. "he drove the blade upward with one powerful thrust" 2. the propulsive force of a jet or rocket engine. synonyms: force, propulsive force
Pout
(v) push one's lips or one's bottom lip forward as an expression of petulant annoyance or in order to make oneself look sexually attractive. "she lounged on the steps, pouting" (n) a pouting expression. "his lower lip protruded in a sulky pout"
Launch
(v)1. To throw or propel with force; hurl: launch a spear. 2. To set or thrust (a self-propelled craft or projectile) in motion: launch a rocket; launch a torpedo. 3. To set going; initiate: launch a career; launch a business venture. 4. To begin a new venture or phase; embark: launch forth on a dangerous mission; launched out on her own after college. (n) an act or an instance of launching something. "the launch of a new campaign against drinking and driving"
Tear
(v)1. pull or rip (something) apart or to pieces with force. "I tore up the letter" 2. be in a state of uncertainty between two conflicting options or parties. "he was torn between his duty and his better instincts" (n) 1. a drop of clear salty liquid secreted from glands in a person's eye when they cry or when the eye is irritated. synonyms: teardrop 2. a hole or split in something caused by it having been pulled apart forcefully. synonyms: rip, hole
Cherish
(v)1. to hold or treat as dear; feel love for: to cherish one's native land. 2. to care for tenderly; nurture: to cherish a child. 3. to remember or hold (an idea, belief, etc.) in a deeply felt way: to cherish a memory.
Spawn
(v): (of a fish, frog, mollusk, crustacean, etc.) release or deposit eggs.
Collapse
(v): (of a structure) fall down or in; give way. (of a person) fall down and become unconscious, typically through illness or injury. (n): an instance of a structure falling down or in.
Convert
(v): cause to change in form, character, or function. (n): a person who has been persuaded to change their religious faith or other beliefs.
Stem
(v): originate in or be caused by. "many of the universities' problems stem from rapid expansion" (n): the main body or stalk of a plant or shrub, typically rising above ground but occasionally subterranean.
Glimpse
(v)see or perceive briefly or partially. "he glimpsed a figure standing in the shade" (n) a momentary or partial view. "she caught a glimpse of the ocean"
Off limits
1. out of bounds. "they declared the site off limits" 2. used to say that people are not allowed to talk about something
Topple
1. overbalance or become unsteady and fall slowly. "she toppled over when I touched her" 2. cause to become unsteady and fall. "the push almost toppled him to the ground" synonyms: overthrow, oust
Precursor
a person or thing that comes before another of the same kind; a forerunner. "a three-stringed precursor of the violin"
Refugee
a person who has been forced to leave their country in order to escape war, persecution, or natural disaster. "tens of thousands of refugees fled their homes"
Zealot
a person who is fanatical and uncompromising in pursuit of their religious, political, or other ideals. synonyms: fanatic, enthusiast, extremist, radical
Pharmacist
a person who is professionally qualified to prepare and dispense medicinal drugs.
Nuisance
a person, thing, or circumstance causing inconvenience or annoyance. "an unreasonable landlord could become a nuisance" synonyms: annoyance, inconvenience
Dwelling
a physical structure used for residential purpose
Apparatus
a piece of machinery, a tool, or a device used for a specific purpose
Specifically
1. particularly, peculiarly, uniquely, individually, idiosyncratically: the only book specifically about that event 2. precisely, exactly, explicitly, unambiguously: brain cells, or more specifically, neurons 3. solely, completely, entirely, exclusively, only: a specifically female audience
Hesitate
1. pause in indecision before saying or doing something. "she hesitated, unsure of what to say" synonyms: pause, delay 2. be reluctant to do something. "he hesitated to spoil the mood by being inquisitive" synonyms: be reluctant, be unwilling
Fragment
a piece, usually a small piece, broken off something or left when something is shattered
Replace
1. take the place of. "Ian's smile was replaced by a frown" 2. put (something) back in a previous place or position. "he drained his glass and replaced it on the bar"
Sticky
1. tending or designed to stick to things on contact or covered with something that sticks. "her sticky bubblegum" 2. (of the weather) hot and damp; muggy. "it was an unusually hot and sticky summer"
Wear Off
- lose effectiveness or intensity. "the effects of the drug were wearing off" synonyms: fade, dwindle, diminish, lessen - If a feeling or the effect of something wears off, it gradually disappears "Most patients find that the numbness from the injection wears off after about an hour"
Strive
- make great efforts to achieve or obtain something. "national movements were striving for independence" - struggle or fight vigorously. "scholars must strive against bias" synonyms: try (hard), attempt, endeavor
Innovative
- (of a product, idea, etc.) featuring new methods; advanced and original. "innovative designs" - (of a person) introducing new ideas; original and creative in thinking. "writers who are now viewed as innovative"
Way to go
- a phrase encouraging someone to continue the good work. As John ran over the finish line, everyone cried, "That's the way to go!" "Way to go!" said Mary when Bob finally got the car started. - used to express pleasure, approval, or excitement. "a chorus of 'Nice hit, sir!' 'Way to go, sir!' rang out"
Symptom
- a physical or mental feature that is regarded as indicating a condition of disease, particularly such a feature that is apparent to the patient. "dental problems may be a symptom of other illness" synonyms: manifestation, indication, indicator - a sign of the existence of something, especially of an undesirable situation. "the government was plagued by leaks—a symptom of divisions and poor morale" synonyms: expression, sign, indication
Temperance
- abstinence from alcoholic drink. "the temperance movement" - moderation or self-restraint, especially in eating and drinking.
Related
- belonging to the same family, group, or type; connected. "sleeping sickness and related diseases" synonyms: connected, interconnected, associated, linked, coupled, correlated, allied, affiliated - associated with the specified item or process, especially causally. suffix: -related "income-related benefits"
Flexible
- capable of bending easily without breaking. "flexible rubber seals" - able to be easily modified to respond to altered circumstances. "small businesses which are dependent on flexible working hours" synonyms: adaptable
Transmit
- cause (something) to pass on from one place or person to another. "knowledge is transmitted from teacher to student" synonyms: transfer, pass on, hand on - broadcast or send out (an electrical signal or a radio or television program). "the program was transmitted on October 7"
Conform
- comply with rules, standards, or laws. "the kitchen does not conform to hygiene regulations" synonyms: comply with, abide by, obey - be similar in form or type; agree. "the countryside should conform to a certain idea of the picturesque" synonyms: match, fit, suit, answer, agree with
Survive
- continue to live or exist, especially in spite of danger or hardship. "against all odds the child survived" - remain alive after the death of (a particular person). "he was survived by his wife and six children" synonyms: outlive, outlast - continue to live or exist in spite of (an accident or ordeal). "he has survived several assassination attempts"
Contrived
- deliberately created rather than arising naturally or spontaneously. - created or arranged in a way that seems artificial and unrealistic. "the ending of the novel is too pat and contrived"
Regardless
- despite the prevailing circumstances. "they were determined to carry on regardless" - without regard or consideration for. "the allowance is paid regardless of age or income"
Traditional
- existing in or as part of a tradition; long-established. "the traditional festivities of the church year" - produced, done, or used in accordance with tradition. "a traditional fish soup"
Luxurious
- extremely comfortable or elegant, especially when involving great expense. "the island's most luxurious hotel" - giving self-indulgent or sensual pleasure. "a luxurious wallow in a scented bath"
Mild
- gentle and not easily provoked. "she was implacable, despite her mild exterior" synonyms: gentle, tender - (of a rule or punishment) of only moderate severity. "he received a mild sentence"
Within
- inside (something). "the spread of fire within the building" - not further off than (used with distances). "he lives within a few miles of Oxford"
Mere
- just what is specified and nothing more, usually emphasizing the smallness, humbleness, or unimportance of the thing or person designated - that is solely or no more or better than what is specified. "it happened a mere decade ago" - the smallest or slightest. "the merest hint of makeup"
Derive
- obtain something from (a specified source). "they derived great comfort from this assurance" synonyms: obtain, get, take, gain, acquire - base a concept on an extension or modification of (another concept). "some maintain that he derived the idea of civil disobedience from Thoreau" - (of a word) have (a specified word, usually of another language) as a root or origin. "the word 'punch' derives from the Hindustani 'pancha'" synonyms: originate in, have its origins in, have as a source, arise in
Withhold
- refuse to give (something that is due to or is desired by another). "the name of the dead man is being withheld" synonyms: refuse to give, hold back - suppress or hold back (an emotion or reaction). "Elizabeth could no longer withhold her sentiments" synonyms: suppress, repress
Overcome
- succeed in dealing with (a problem or difficulty). "he overcame his pain for a time" - defeat (an opponent). "an experienced England side overcame the determined home team" synonyms: defeat, beat, best, conquer - (of a feeling or emotion) overpower or overwhelm. "she was obviously overcome with excitement"
Prosperous
- successful in material terms; flourishing financially. "prosperous middle-class professionals" - bringing wealth and success. "we wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year"
Overkill
- the amount by which destruction or the capacity for destruction exceeds what is necessary. "the existing nuclear overkill" - excessive use, treatment, or action; too much of something. "animators now face a dilemma of technology overkill"
Deficit
- the amount by which something, especially a sum of money, is too small. - an excess of expenditure or liabilities over income or assets in a given period. "an annual operating deficit"
Odds
- the chances or likelihood of something happening or being the case. "the odds are that he is no longer alive" - superiority in strength, power, or resources; advantage. plural noun: the odds "she clung to the lead against all the odds"
Illiteracy
- the inability to read or write. "the ineffective educational system meant that illiteracy was widespread" - lack of knowledge in a particular subject; ignorance. "his economic illiteracy"
Leisure
- use of free time for enjoyment. "increased opportunities for leisure" - opportunity afforded by free time to do something. "writers with enough leisure to practice their art" - freedom from the demands of work or duty: She looked forward to retirement and a life of leisure.
Conceivably
-possibly, even if only a remote possibility -capable of being conceived; imaginable.
Dignity
-the state or quality of being worthy of honor or respect. "a man of dignity and unbending principle" -a sense of pride in oneself; self-respect. "it was beneath his dignity to shout"
Society
1 the aggregate of people living together in a more or less ordered community. "drugs, crime, and other dangers to society" synonyms: the community, the public, the general public 2. an organization or club formed for a particular purpose or activity. "the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds" synonyms: association, club, group
Belong
1- fit in a specified place or environment. 2- be the property of.
Intend
1- have (a course of action) as one's purpose or objective; plan. 2- design or destine (someone or something) for a particular purpose or end.
Dare
1- have the courage to do something. 2- defy or challenge (someone) to do something.
Catch
1- intercept and hold (something that has been thrown, propelled, or dropped). 2- capture (a person or animal that tries or would try to escape).
Disconnect
1- make disconnected, disjoin or unfasten. 2- pull the plug of (electrical appliances).
Necessary
1- required to be done, achieved, or present; needed; essential. 2- determined, existing, or happening by natural laws or predestination; inevitable.
Affirm
1- state as a fact; assert strongly and publicly. 2- offer (someone) emotional support or encouragement.
Mess - Mess around
1- to busy oneself aimlessly; waste time. 2- to have sexual affairs; philander.
Count
1-determine the number or amount of. 2-have faith or confidence in "count on somebody". 3-name or recite the numbers.
Give A Hard Time
1. (informal) to criticize someone and make them feel guilty about something that they have done (often + about ) I came home late one night last week and she's been giving me a hard time about it ever since. 2. to treat someone severely or to cause difficulties for them She'd always wanted to be a teacher, but those kids gave her a really hard time.
Go under
1. (of a business) become bankrupt. synonyms: go bankrupt 2. (of a person) die or suffer an emotional collapse.
Thrive
1. (of a child, animal, or plant) grow or develop well or vigorously. "the new baby thrived" 2. prosper; flourish. "education groups thrive on organization"
Subdued
1. (of a person or their manner) quiet and rather reflective or depressed. "I felt strangely subdued as I drove home" 2. (of color or lighting) soft and restrained. "a subdued plaid shirt"
Teachable
1. (of a person) able to learn by being taught. 2. (of a subject) able to be taught.
Operate
1. (of a person) control the functioning of (a machine, process, or system). "a shortage of workers to operate new machines" 2. perform a surgical operation. "the surgeons refused to operate" synonyms: perform surgery, do an operation
Reflect
1. (of a surface or body) throw back (heat, light, or sound) without absorbing it. "when the sun's rays hit the Earth a lot of the heat is reflected back into space" synonyms: send back, throw back, cast back, give back, bounce back, shine back, return, mirror 2. think deeply or carefully about. "he reflected with sadness on the unhappiness of his marriage" synonyms: think about, give thought to, consider, give consideration to 3. embody or represent (something) in a faithful or appropriate way. "schools should reflect cultural differences" synonyms: indicate, show, display, demonstrate
Valid
1. (of an argument or point) having a sound basis in logic or fact; reasonable or cogent. "a valid criticism" synonyms: well founded, sound, well grounded, reasonable 2. legally binding due to having been executed in compliance with the law. "a valid contract" synonyms: correct, authentic 3. legally or officially acceptable. "the visas are valid for thirty days"
Raw
1. (of food) not cooked. "raw eggs" 2. (of a material or substance) in its natural state; unprocessed. "raw silk" synonyms: unprocessed, untreated, unrefined, crude 3. (of a part of the body) red and painful, especially as the result of skin abrasion. "he scrubbed his hands until they were raw"
Severe
1. (of something bad or undesirable) very great; intense. "a severe shortage of technicians" synonyms: acute, very bad, serious 2. (of punishment of a person) strict or harsh. "the charges would have warranted a severe sentence" synonyms: harsh, hard, bitter
Dissolve
1. (with reference to a solid) become or cause to become incorporated into a liquid so as to form a solution. "glucose dissolves easily in water" 2. close down or dismiss (an assembly or official body). "the country's president can dissolve parliament under certain circumstances"
In terms of
1. As measured or indicated by; in units of: distances expressed in terms of kilometers as well as miles; cheap entertainment, but costly in terms of time wasted. 2. In relation to; with reference to: ""facilities planned and programmed in terms of their interrelationships, instead of evolving haphazardly"" (Wharton Magazine).
Blessing
1. God's favor and protection. "may God continue to give us his blessing" 2. a prayer asking for God's favor and protection. "a priest gave a blessing as the ship was launched"
Context
1. The part of a text or statement that surrounds a particular word or passage and determines its meaning. 2. The circumstances in which an event occurs; a setting.
Get to
1. To begin. Used with the present participle: got to reminiscing. 2. To start to deal with: didn't get to the housework until Sunday.
Fall apart
1. To break down; collapse: The rickety chair fell apart. 2. To suffer a nervous breakdown: He fell apart after years as a POW.
Turn on
1. To cause to begin the operation, activity, or flow of: Turn on the light bulb. 2. To excite or become excited sexually.
Put Off
1. To delay; postpone: put off paying the bills. 2. To persuade to delay further action: managed to put off the creditors for another week.
Turn down
1. To diminish the speed, volume, intensity, or flow of: Turn down the radio, please. 2. To reject or refuse, as a person, advice, or a suggestion: turned down the invitation.
Take after
1. To follow as an example. 2. To resemble in appearance, temperament, or character.
Lay low
1. To keep oneself or one's plans hidden. 2. To bide one's time but remain ready for action.
Keep up
1. To maintain in good condition: kept up the property. 2. To persevere in; carry on: We asked her to stop talking, but she kept it up. 3. To preserve or sustain: kept up the appearance of friendship. 4. To continue at the same level or pace: The snow kept up all day.
Piss off
1. To make angry. 2. Used in the imperative as a signal of angry dismissal.
Set apart
1. To reserve for a specific use. 2. To make noticeable: character traits that set her apart.
Turn away
1. To send away; dismiss: turned away the clerk. 2. To repel: The poor location of the house turned away prospective buyers. 3. To avert; deflect: turned away all criticism.
Turn off
1. To stop the operation, activity, or flow of; shut off: turned off the television. 2. To affect with dislike, displeasure, or revulsion
Folk
1. Usually, folks. ( used with a plural verb) people in general: Folks say there wasn't much rain last summer. 2. Often, folks. ( used with a plural verb) people of a specified class or group: country folk; poor folks. 3. (used with a plural verb) people as the carriers of culture, especially as representing the composite of social mores, customs, forms of behavior, etc., in a society: The folk are the bearers of oral tradition. 4. folks, Informal. members of one's family; one's relatives: All his folks come from France. 5. one's parents: Will your folks let you go?
Distinction
1. a difference or contrast between similar things or people. "there is a sharp distinction between domestic politics and international politics" 2. excellence that sets someone or something apart from others. "a novelist of distinction"
Instruction
1. a direction or order. "he issued instructions to the sheriff" 2. detailed information about how something should be done or operated. "always study the instructions supplied"
Relief
1. a feeling of reassurance and relaxation following release from anxiety or distress. "much to her relief, she saw the door open" 2. financial or practical assistance given to those in special need or difficulty. "raising money for famine relief" synonyms: help, aid, assistance
Resolution
1. a firm decision to do or not to do something. "she kept her resolution not to see Anne any more" 2. the quality of being determined or resolute. "he handled the last British actions of the war with resolution"
Occupation
1. a job or profession. "his prime occupation was as editor" 2. the action, state, or period of occupying or being occupied by military force. "the Roman occupation of Britain"
Company
1. a number of individuals assembled or associated together; group of people. 2. a guest or guests: "We're having company for dinner." 3. companionship; fellowship; association: "I always enjoy her company."
Enlist
1. enrol or be enrolled in the armed services. "he enlisted in the Royal Naval Air Service" 2. engage (a person or their help or support). "the company enlisted the help of independent consultants"
Perspective
1. a particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view. "most guidebook history is written from the editor's perspective" synonyms: outlook, view, viewpoint, point of view 2. the art of drawing solid objects on a two-dimensional surface so as to give the right impression of their height, width, depth, and position in relation to each other when viewed from a particular point. "a perspective drawing"
Bias
1. a particular tendency, trend, inclination, feeling, or opinion, especially one that is preconceived or unreasoned: illegal bias against older job applicants; the magazine's bias toward art rather than photography; our strong bias in favor of the idea. 2. unreasonably hostile feelings or opinions about a social group; prejudice: accusations of racial bias.
Attendant
1. a person employed to provide a service to the public in a particular place. "a flight attendant" 2. a person who is present at an event, meeting, or function. "he had become a regular attendant at chapel"
Patron
1. a person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, cause, or activity. "Charles became a patron of Rubens and van Dyck" synonyms: sponsor, backer, financier 2. a customer, especially a regular one, of a store, restaurant, or theater. "we surveyed the plushness of the hotel and its sleek, well-dressed patrons"
companion
1. a person who is frequently in the company of, associates with, or accompanies another: "my son and his two companions. 2. a person employed to accompany, assist, or live with another in the capacity of a helpful friend. 3. a mate or match for something: "White wine is the usual companion of fish."
Sequel
1. a published, broadcast, or recorded work that continues the story or develops the theme of an earlier one. "the sequel to Home Alone" 2. something that takes place after or as a result of an earlier event. "this encouragement to grow potatoes had a disastrous sequel some fifty years later"
Virtue
1. a quality considered morally good or desirable in a person. "patience is a virtue" synonyms: good point, good quality 2. a good or useful quality of a thing. "Mike was extolling the virtues of the car" synonyms: merit, advantage, benefit
Accommodation
1. a room, group of rooms, or building in which someone may live or stay. "the cost includes airfare and hotel accommodations" 2. a convenient arrangement; a settlement or compromise. "management was seeking an accommodation with labor"
Regulation
1. a rule or directive made and maintained by an authority. "planning regulations" synonyms: rule, ruling, order, directive, act, law 2. the action or process of regulating or being regulated. "the regulation of financial markets"
Situation
1. a set of circumstances in which one finds oneself; a state of affairs. "the situation between her and Jake had come to a head" synonyms: circumstances 2. the location and surroundings of a place. "the situation of the town is pleasant" synonyms: location, place, position, spot, site
Conflict
1. a struggle or clash between opposing forces; battle 2. a state of opposition between ideas, interests, etc; disagreement or controversy
MED - Medication
1. a substance used for medical treatment, especially a medicine or drug. "he'd been taking medication for depression" 2. treatment using drugs. "chronic gastrointestinal symptoms which may require prolonged medication"
Impulse
1. a sudden strong and unreflective urge or desire to act. "I had an almost irresistible impulse to giggle" synonyms: urge, instinct, drive 2. a driving or motivating force; an impetus. "an added impulse to this process of renewal" synonyms: inspiration, stimulation
Subsidy
1. a sum of money granted by the government or a public body to assist an industry or business so that the price of a commodity or service may remain low or competitive. "a farm subsidy"
Counter
1. a table or display case on which goods can be shown, business transacted, etc. 2. (in restaurants, luncheonettes, etc.) a long, narrow table with stools or chairs along one side for the patrons, behind which refreshments or meals are prepared and served. 3. a surface for the preparation of food in a kitchen, especially on a low cabinet. 4. anything used in keeping account, as a disk of metal or wood, used in some games, as checkers, for marking a player's position or for keeping score.
Imitation
1. a thing intended to simulate or copy something else. "an imitation diamond" 2. the action of using someone or something as a model. "a child learns to speak by imitation"
Abide
1. accept or act in accordance with (a rule, decision, or recommendation). "I said I would abide by their decision" synonyms: comply with, obey, follow
Movement
1. an act of changing physical location or position or of having this changed. "a slight movement of the upper body" synonyms: motion, move 2. a group of people working together to advance their shared political, social, or artistic ideas. "the labor movement" synonyms: political group, party
Performance
1. an act of staging or presenting a play, concert, or other form of entertainment. "Don Giovanni had its first performance in 1787" 2. the action or process of carrying out or accomplishing an action, task, or function. "the continual performance of a single task reduces a man to the level of a machine" 3. the capabilities of a machine, vehicle, or product, especially when observed under particular conditions. "the hardware is put through tests that assess the performance of the processor"
Pretense
1. an attempt to make something that is not the case appear true. "his anger is masked by a pretence that all is well" 2. a claim to have a particular skill or quality. "he was quick to disclaim any pretence to superiority"
Member
1. an individual, thing, or organization belonging to a group. "a member of the drama club" 2. a constituent piece of a complex structure. "the main member that joins the front and rear axles" synonyms: element, component, part, portion, piece, unit
Legal
1. of, based on, or concerned with the law. "the American legal system" 2. permitted by law. "he claimed that it had all been legal" synonyms: lawful, legitimate
Illusion
1. an instance of a wrong or misinterpreted perception of a sensory experience. "stripes embellish the surface to create the illusion of various wood-grain textures" synonyms: mirage, hallucination 2. a deceptive appearance or impression. "the illusion of family togetherness" synonyms: appearance, impression, imitation 3. a false idea or belief. noun: illusion; plural noun: illusions "he had no illusions about the trouble she was in" synonyms: delusion, misapprehension, misconception, deception
Prescription
1. an instruction written by a medical practitioner that authorizes a patient to be issued with a medicine or treatment. "he scribbled a prescription for tranquillizers" 2. a recommendation that is authoritatively put forward. "effective prescriptions for sustaining rural communities"
Proclaim
1. announce officially or publicly. "the government's chief scientific adviser proclaimed that the epidemic was under control" 2. indicate clearly. "his high, intelligent forehead proclaimed a strength of mind that was almost tangible"
Nag
1. annoy or irritate (a person) with persistent fault-finding or continuous urging. "she constantly nags her daughter about getting married"
Tissue
1. any of the distinct types of material of which animals or plants are made, consisting of specialized cells and their products. "inflammation is a reaction of living tissue to infection or injury" 2. tissue paper.
Favour
1. approval, support, or liking for someone or something. "training is looked upon with favour by many employers" 2. an act of kindness beyond what is due or usual. "I've come to ask you a favour"
Subscribe
1. arrange to receive something regularly, typically a publication, by paying in advance. 2. express or feel agreement with (an idea or proposal).
On/In behalf of
1. as a representative of or a proxy for: On behalf of my colleagues, I address you tonight. 2. in /on someone's behalf, in the interest or aid of (someone): He interceded in my behalf. - for the benefit of; in the interest of."
Appraise
1. assess the value or quality of. "she stealthily appraised him in a pocket mirror" 2. (of an official or expert) set a price on; value. "they appraised the painting at $200,000"
Suppose
1. assume that something is the case on the basis of evidence or probability but without proof or certain knowledge. "I suppose I got there about half past eleven" synonyms: assume, presume, expect 2. be required to do something because of the position one is in or an agreement one has made. "I'm supposed to be meeting someone at the airport" synonyms: meant, intended, expected
Depend
1. be controlled or determined by. "differences in earnings depended on a wide variety of factors" 2. rely on. "the kind of person you could depend on"
Lose
1. be deprived of or cease to have or retain (something). "I've lost my appetite" 2. become unable to find (something or someone). "I've lost the car keys"
Represent
1. be entitled or appointed to act or speak for (someone), especially in an official capacity. "for purposes of litigation, an infant can and must be represented by an adult" 2. constitute; amount to. "this figure represents eleven per cent of the company's total sales"
Receive
1. be given, presented with, or paid (something). "the band will receive a £100,000 advance" 2. suffer, experience, or be subject to (specified treatment). "the event received wide press coverage" synonyms: experience
Manage
1. be in charge of (a company, establishment, or undertaking); administer; run. "their elder son managed the farm" synonyms: be in charge of, run 2. succeed in surviving or in attaining one's aims, especially against heavy odds. "Catherine managed on five hours' sleep a night" synonyms: cope
Proceed
1. begin a course of action. "the consortium could proceed with the plan" 2. move forward. "from the High Street, proceed over Magdalen Bridge"
Pretend
1. behave so as to make it appear that something is the case when in fact it is not. "I closed my eyes and pretended I was asleep" 2. lay claim to (a quality or title). "he cannot pretend to sophistication"
Decorum
1. behavior in keeping with good taste and propriety. "you exhibit remarkable modesty and decorum" 2. etiquette. "he had no idea of funeral decorum"
Common
1. belonging equally to, or shared alike by, two or more or all in question: "common property" "common interests" 2. pertaining or belonging equally to an entire community, nation, or culture; public: "a common language or history; a common water-supply system" 3.widespread; general; ordinary: "common knowledge."
Recall
1. bring (a fact, event, or situation) back into one's mind; remember. "I can still vaguely recall being taken to the hospital" synonyms: remember 2. officially order (someone) to return to a place. "the Panamanian ambassador was recalled from Peru" synonyms: summon back
Introduce
1. bring (something, especially a product, measure, or concept) into use or operation for the first time. "various new taxes were introduced" 2. make (someone) known by name to another in person, especially formally. "I must introduce you to my wife"
Deliver
1. bring and hand over (a letter, parcel, or ordered goods) to the proper recipient or address. "the products should be delivered on time" 2. state in a formal manner. "the President will deliver a speech" 3. assist in the birth of. "the village midwife delivered the baby" - give birth to. "the number of women delivering their babies in hospitals increased"
Evoke
1. bring or recall (a feeling, memory, or image) to the conscious mind. "the sight evoked pleasant memories of his childhood" synonyms: bring to mind, call to mind, put one in mind of, call up, conjure up, summon up, summon, invoke 2. invoke (a spirit or deity). "Akasha is evoked in India when a house is being built to ensure its completion"
Overwhelm
1. bury or drown beneath a huge mass. "the water flowed through to overwhelm the whole dam and the village beneath" =Submerge 2. defeat completely. "his teams overwhelmed their opponents" 3. give too much of a thing to (someone); inundate. "they were overwhelmed by farewell messages" 4. have a strong emotional effect on. "I was overwhelmed with guilt" 5. be too strong for; overpower. "the wine doesn't overwhelm the flavor of the trout"
Invoke
1. call on (a deity or spirit) in prayer, as a witness, or for inspiration. synonyms: pray to 2. cite or appeal to (someone or something) as an authority for an action or in support of an argument. "the antiquated defence of insanity is rarely invoked in England"
Perform
1. carry out, accomplish, or fulfill (an action, task, or function). "I have my duties to perform" synonyms: carry out, do, execute, discharge 2. present (a form of entertainment) to an audience. "the cast of 14 perform the play superbly"
Ignite
1. catch fire or cause to catch fire. "furniture can give off lethal fumes when it ignites" 2. arouse or inflame (an emotion or situation). "the words ignited new fury in him"
Amuse
1. cause (someone) to find something funny. "he made faces to amuse her" 2. provide interesting and enjoyable occupation for (someone); entertain. "they amused themselves digging through an old encyclopedia" synonyms: entertain, make laugh, delight
Remind
1. cause (someone) to remember someone or something. "he would have forgotten my birthday if you hadn't reminded him" 2. cause (someone) to fulfil an obligation or to take note of something. "the barman reminded them that singing was not permitted"
Maintain
1. cause or enable (a condition or state of affairs) to continue. "the need to maintain close links between industry and schools" synonyms: preserve, conserve, keep, retain 2. provide with necessities for life or existence. "the allowance covers the basic costs of maintaining a child" synonyms: support, provide for, keep, sustain
Offend
1. cause to feel upset, annoyed, or resentful. "17 per cent of viewers said they had been offended by bad language" synonyms: hurt someone's feelings 2. commit an illegal act. "a small hard core of young criminals who offend again and again" synonyms: break the law, commit a crime
Send
1. cause to go or be taken to a particular destination; arrange for the delivery of, especially by post. "we sent a reminder letter but received no reply" 2. cause to be in a specified state. "while driving in London I was sent crazy by roadworks"
Validate
1. check or prove the validity or accuracy of. "all analytical methods should be validated in respect of accuracy" 2. demonstrate or support the truth or value of. "acclaim was seen as a means of validating one's existence" 3. make or declare legally valid. "a wide range of professional bodies validate courses leading to these awards"
Integrate
1. combine (one thing) with another to form a whole. "transport planning should be integrated with energy policy" 2. bring (people or groups with particular characteristics or needs) into equal participation in or membership of a social group or institution. "integrating children with special needs into ordinary schools"
Enter
1. come or go into (a place). "she entered the kitchen" 2. begin to be involved in. "in 1941 America entered the war"
Go over
1. consider, examine, or check (something). "I want to go over these plans with you again" 2. change one's allegiance or religion. "he went over to the pro-English party"
Dependent
1. contingent on or determined by. "the various benefits will be dependent on length of service" 2. requiring someone or something for financial, emotional, or other support. "an economy heavily dependent on oil exports"
Retain
1. continue to have (something); keep possession of. "Labour retained the seat" synonyms: keep, keep possession of 2. absorb and continue to hold (a substance). "limestone is known to retain water"
Properly
1. correctly or satisfactorily. "ensuring the work is carried out properly" 2. in the strict sense; exactly. "algebra is, properly speaking, the analysis of equations"
Contrive
1. create or bring about (an object or a situation) by deliberate use of skill and artifice. "his opponents contrived a crisis" 2. manage to do something foolish or create an undesirable situation. "the poor guy in some way contrived to hang himself"
Insist
1. demand something forcefully, not accepting refusal. "she insisted on carrying her own bag" 2. demand forcefully to have (something). "he insisted on answers to his allegations" 3. persist in (doing something). "the heavy studded boots she insisted on wearing"
Serious
1. demanding or characterized by careful consideration or application. "marriage is a serious matter" synonyms: important, significant, consequential 2. acting or speaking sincerely and in earnest, rather than in a joking or half-hearted manner. "actors who are serious about their work" synonyms: in earnest, earnest, sincere, wholehearted 3. significant or worrying because of possible danger or risk; not slight or negligible. "she escaped serious injury" synonyms: severe, grave, bad, critical
Immerse
1. dip or submerge in a liquid. "immerse the paper in water for twenty minutes" 2. involve oneself deeply in a particular activity or interest. "she immersed herself in her work" syn: absorb in
Sensible
1. done or chosen in accordance with wisdom or prudence; likely to be of benefit. "I cannot believe that it is sensible to spend so much" synonyms: practical, realistic 2. (of an object) practical and functional rather than decorative. "Mum always made me have sensible shoes"
Repulse
1. drive back (an attack or attacker) by force. "rioters tried to storm the Ministry but were repulsed by police" 2. cause to feel intense distaste and aversion. "audiences were repulsed by the film's brutality"
Set (someone) up
1. establish someone in a particular capacity or role. "his father set him up in business" synonyms: establish 2. make an innocent person appear guilty of something. "suppose Lorton had set him up for Newley's murder?" synonyms: falsely incriminate, frame, fabricate evidence against, trap, entrap 3. restore or enhance the health of someone. "after my operation the doctor recommended a cruise to set me up again"
Interpret
1. explain the meaning of (information or actions). "the evidence is difficult to interpret" synonyms: explain 2. translate orally or into sign language the words of a person speaking a different language. "I agreed to interpret for Jean-Claude" synonyms: translate, transcribe, transliterate, rewrite, convert; paraphrase
Terrible
1. extremely or distressingly bad or serious. "a terrible crime" 2. extremely unpleasant or disagreeable. "the weather was terrible"
Advanced
1. far on or ahead in development or progress. "negotiations are at an advanced stage" synonyms: state-of-the-art, new, modern, developed, cutting-edge 2. new and not yet generally accepted. "his advanced views made him unpopular"
Frustrated
1. feeling or expressing distress and annoyance resulting from an inability to change or achieve something. "young people get frustrated with the system" 2. (of a person) unable to follow or be successful in a particular career. "a frustrated actor"
Sympathy
1. feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune. "they had great sympathy for the flood victims" synonyms: compassion, caring, concern, solicitude, empathy 2. understanding between people; common feeling. "the special sympathy between the two boys was obvious to all" synonyms: rapport, fellow feeling, affinity
Peace
1. freedom from disturbance; quiet and tranquility. "you can while away an hour or two in peace and seclusion" 2. freedom from or the cessation of war or violence. "the Straits were to be open to warships in time of peace"
Dispose
1. get rid of by throwing away or giving or selling to someone else. "whose responsibility is it to dispose of scrap materials?" 2. arrange in a particular position. "the chief disposed his attendants in a circle"
Employ
1. give work to (someone) and pay them for it. "the firm employs 150 people" 2. make use of. "the methods they have employed to collect the data"
Follow
1. go or come after (a person or thing proceeding ahead); move or travel behind. "she went back into the house, and Ben followed her" 2. come after in time or order. "the six years that followed his restoration"
Remember
1. have in or be able to bring to one's mind an awareness of (someone or something from the past). "I remember the screech of the horn as the car came towards me" 2. do something that one has undertaken to do or that is necessary or advisable. "did you remember to post the letters?"
Reside
1. have one's permanent home in a particular place. "people who work in the city actually reside in neighbouring towns" 2. (of power or a right) belong to a person or body. "legislative powers reside with the Federal Assembly"
Agree
1. have the same opinion about something; concur. "I completely agree with your recent editorial" 2. say that one will do something which has been suggested by another person. "she had agreed to go and see a movie with him" 3. approve of (something) with regard to its moral correctness. "I don't agree with random drugs testing in schools" 4. be consistent with. "your body language does not agree with what you are saying" synonyms: match, match up, accord, correspond, conform, coincide, fit, tally, harmonize, be in harmony
Responsible
1. having an obligation to do something, or having control over or care for someone, as part of one's job or role. "the cabinet minister responsible for Education" 2. being the primary cause of something and so able to be blamed or credited for it. "Gooch was responsible for 198 of his side's 542 runs"
Meaningful
1. having meaning. "meaningful elements in a language" synonyms: significant, relevant 2. having a serious, important, or useful quality or purpose. "making our lives rich and meaningful"
Reasonable
1. having sound judgement; fair and sensible. "no reasonable person could have objected" 2. as much as is appropriate or fair; moderate. "a police officer may use reasonable force to gain entry" synonyms: within reason
Glorious
1. having, worthy of, or bringing fame or admiration. "the most glorious victory of all time" synonyms: illustrious, celebrated, famous, famed 2. having a striking beauty or splendour. "a glorious autumn day" synonyms: wonderful, marvellous, magnificent
Inhibit
1. hinder, restrain, or prevent (an action or process). "cold inhibits plant growth" 2. make (someone) self-conscious and unable to act in a relaxed and natural way. "they felt inhibited by the presence of healthcare professionals"
Embrace
1. hold (someone) closely in one's arms, especially as a sign of affection. "Aunt Sophie embraced her warmly" 2. accept or support (a belief, theory, or change) willingly and enthusiastically. "besides traditional methods, artists are embracing new technology" (n) an act of accepting or supporting something willingly or enthusiastically. "their eager embrace of foreign influences"
Recognize
1. identify (someone or something) from having encountered them before; know again. "I recognized her when her wig fell off" 2. acknowledge the existence, validity, or legality of. "the defence is recognized in British law"
Incredible
1. impossible to believe. "an almost incredible tale of triumph and tragedy" 2. difficult to believe; extraordinary. "the noise from the crowd was incredible"
Magnificent
1. impressively beautiful, elaborate, or extravagant; striking. "a dramatic landscape of magnificent mountains" synonyms: splendid, spectacular, impressive 2. very good; excellent. "she paid tribute to their magnificent efforts"
Iconic
1. of, relating to, or having the characteristics of an icon 2. widely recognized and well-established <an iconic brand name> 3. widely known and acknowledged especially for distinctive excellence <an iconic writer><a region's iconic wines>
Otherwise
1. in circumstances different from those present or considered; or else. "the collection brings visitors who might not come to the college otherwise" synonyms: or, or else, if not 2. in other respects; apart from that. "an otherwise totally black cat with a single white whisker" 3. in a different state or situation. "if it were otherwise, we would be unable to acquire knowledge"
Examine
1. inspect (someone or something) thoroughly in order to determine their nature or condition. "a doctor examined me and said I might need a caesarean" 2. test the knowledge or proficiency of (someone) by requiring them to answer questions or perform tasks. "the colleges set standards by examining candidates"
Prosecute
1. institute or conduct legal proceedings against (a person or organization). "they were prosecuted for obstructing the highway" 2. continue with (a course of action) with a view to its completion. "a serious threat to the government's ability to prosecute the war"
Save
1. keep safe or rescue (someone or something) from harm or danger. "they brought him in to help save the club from bankruptcy" synonyms: rescue 2. keep and store up (something, especially money) for future use. "she had never been able to save much from her salary"
Legit
1. legal; conforming to the rules. "is this car legit?" 2. (of a person) not engaging in illegal activity or attempting to deceive; honest. "to see if he's legit, I call up the business"
Irritate
1. make (someone) annoyed or a little angry. "his tone irritated her" 2. cause inflammation or other discomfort in (a part of the body). "sprays and polishes can irritate dry, sensitive skin"
Oblige
1. make (someone) legally or morally bound to an action or course of action. "doctors are obliged by law to keep patients alive while there is a chance of recovery" 2. do as (someone) asks or desires in order to help or please them. "oblige me by not being sorry for yourself" 3. be indebted or grateful. "if you can give me a few minutes of your time I'll be much obliged"
Prepare
1. make (something) ready for use or consideration. "prepare a brief summary of the article" 2. make (someone) ready or able to do or deal with something. "schools should prepare children for life"
Stand up to
1. make a spirited defense against. "giving workers the confidence to stand up to their employers" synonyms: confront, challenge, resist 2. be resistant to the harmful effects of (prolonged wear or use).
Relate
1. make or show a connection between. "the study examines social change within the city and relates it to developments in the country as a whole" 2. feel sympathy for or identify with. "kids related to him because he was so rebellious" synonyms: have a rapport with, get on (well) with,
Pronounce
1. make the sound of (a word or part of a word) in the correct or a particular way. "Gerry pronounced the hero's name 'Cahoolin'" 2. declare or announce in a formal or solemn way. "allow history to pronounce the verdict"
Satisfy
1. meet the expectations, needs, or desires of (someone). "I have never been satisfied with my job" synonyms: please, content, make happy "his role was a creative one, and it satisfied him up to a point" 2. provide (someone) with adequate or convincing information or proof about something. "people need to be satisfied that the environmental assessments are accurate" synonyms: convince, persuade
Refer
1. mention or allude to. "her mother never referred to him again" 2. pass a matter to (a higher body) for a decision. "the prisoner may require the Secretary of State to refer his case to the Parole Board"
Jerk
1. move or cause to move with a jerk. "the van jerked forward" 2. cure (meat) by cutting it into strips and drying it (originally in the sun). 3. a quick, sharp pull, thrust, twist, throw, or the like; a sudden movement. "The train started with a jerk." 4. any sudden, quick movement of the body, as in dodging something.
Indecisive
1. not providing a clear and definite result. "an indecisive battle" 2. (of a person) not able to make decisions quickly and effectively. "he was too indecisive to carry out his political programme"
Observe
1. notice or perceive (something) and register it as being significant. "young people observe that decisions are made by others" 2. fulfill or comply with (a social, legal, ethical, or religious obligation). "a tribunal must observe the principles of natural justice"
Engage
1. occupy or attract (someone's interest or attention). "he ploughed on, trying to outline his plans and engage Sutton's attention" 2. participate or become involved in. "organizations engage in a variety of activities" 3. enter into combat with (an enemy). "tank and infantry units engaged the enemy"
Primary
1. of chief importance; principal. "the government's primary aim is to see significant reductions in unemployment" synonyms: main 2. earliest in time or order. "the primary stage of their political education"
Substantial
1. of considerable importance, size, or worth. "a substantial amount of cash" synonyms: considerable, real, significant, important, notable, major, valuable 2. concerning the essentials of something. "there was substantial agreement on changing policies" synonyms: fundamental, essential, basic
Technical
1. of or relating to a particular subject, art, or craft, or its techniques. "technical terms" 2. of, involving, or concerned with applied and industrial sciences. "an important technical achievement" synonyms: practical, scientific
Vague
1. of uncertain, indefinite, or unclear character or meaning. "many patients suffer vague symptoms" synonyms: indistinct, indefinite, indeterminate, unclear 2. thinking or communicating in an unfocused or imprecise way. "he had been very vague about his activities" synonyms: imprecise, inexact
Restrain
1. prevent (someone or something) from doing something; keep under control or within limits. "the need to restrain public expenditure" synonyms: prevent, stop, keep 2. control (a strong urge or emotion). "Amiss had to restrain his impatience" synonyms: control, keep under control, check 3. deprive (someone) of freedom of movement or personal liberty. "leg cuffs are used for restraining and transporting violent criminals"
Stand out
1. project from a surface. "the veins in his neck stood out" 2. persist in opposition or support of something. "she stood out against public opinion" 3. be clearly better or more significant than someone or something. four issues stand out as being of crucial importance" 4. be easily noticeable. "he was one of those men who stood out in a crowd"
Illustrate
1. provide (a book, newspaper, etc.) with pictures. "the guide is illustrated with full-color photographs" 2. explain or make (something) clear by using examples, charts, pictures, etc. "the results are illustrated in Figure 7"
Cater to
1. provide with food and drink in a professional capacity. "my mother helped to cater for the party" "we cater for vegetarians" 2. provide with what is needed or required. "the school caters to children with learning difficulties" -try to satisfy (a particular need or demand). "he catered to her every whim"
Propose
1. put forward (a plan or suggestion) for consideration by others. "he proposed a new nine-point peace plan" 2. make an offer of marriage to someone. "I have already proposed to Sarah"
Stimulate
1. raise levels of physiological or nervous activity in (the body or any biological system). "the women are given fertility drugs to stimulate their ovaries" 2. encourage interest or activity in (a person or animal). "the reader could not fail to be stimulated by the ideas presented" 3. encourage development of or increased activity in (a state or process). "the courses stimulate a passion for learning"
Put down
1. record something in writing. "he's putting a few thoughts down on paper" 2. suppress a rebellion, coup, or riot by force. "the security forces put down a coup attempt in the capital" synonyms: suppress, put an end to, crush
Primal
1. relating to an early stage in evolutionary development; primeval. "primal hunting societies" synonyms: original, initial 2. most important; primary or fundamental. "rivers were the primal highways of life" synonyms: basic, fundamental, essential
Settle
1. resolve or reach an agreement about (an argument or problem). "the unions have settled their year-long dispute with Hollywood producers" synonyms: resolve, sort out, reach an agreement about 2. pay (a debt or account). "his bill was settled by charge card" 3. adopt a more steady or secure style of life, especially in a permanent job and home. "one day I will settle down and raise a family" 4. establish a colony in. "European immigrants settled much of Australia"
Respond
1. say something in reply. "she could not get Robert to respond to her words" synonyms: answer, reply to, say something in response to 2. (of a person) do something as a reaction to someone or something. "she responded to his grin with a smile"
make up (for)
1. serve or act to compensate for something lost, missed, or deficient. "I'll make up the time tomorrow" 2. to take the place of something that has been lost or damaged "Nothing can make up for the loss of a child." 3. to provide something good, so that something bad seems less important. "The good weather made up for the bad organization." "He bought her some flowers to make up for being late."
Insensitive
1. showing or feeling no concern for others' feelings. "an insensitive remark" 2. not sensitive to a physical sensation. "she was remarkably insensitive to pain"
Seamless
1. smooth and continuous, with no apparent gaps or spaces between one part and the next. "the seamless integration of footage from different sources" 2. (of a fabric or surface) smooth and without seams or obvious joins. "seamless stockings"
Nemesis
1. something that a person cannot conquer, achieve, etc.: The performance test proved to be my nemesis. 2. an opponent or rival whom a person cannot best or overcome.
Mystery
1. something that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain. "the mysteries of outer space" synonyms: puzzle, enigma 2. a novel, play, or movie dealing with a puzzling crime, especially a murder.
Define
1. state or describe exactly the nature, scope, or meaning of. "the contract will seek to define the client's obligations" 2. mark out the boundary or limits of. "clearly defined boundaries"
Provoke
1. stimulate or give rise to (a reaction or emotion, typically a strong or unwelcome one) in someone. "the decision provoked a storm of protest from civil rights organizations" synonyms: arouse, produce, evoke 2. stimulate or incite (someone) to do or feel something, especially by arousing anger in them. "a teacher can provoke you into working harder"
Endure
1. suffer (something painful or difficult) patiently. "it seemed impossible that anyone could endure such pain" 2. remain in existence; last. "these cities have endured through time"
Promote
1. support or actively encourage (a cause, venture, etc.); further the progress of. "some regulation is still required to promote competition" 2. raise (someone) to a higher position or rank. "she was promoted to General Manager"
Presume
1. suppose that something is the case on the basis of probability. "I presumed that the man had been escorted from the building" 2. be arrogant or impertinent enough to do something. "kindly don't presume to issue me orders in my own house"
Sovereignty
1. supreme power or authority. "how can we hope to wrest sovereignty away from the oligarchy and back to the people?" synonyms: jurisdiction, rule, supremacy 2. the authority of a state to govern itself or another state. "national sovereignty" synonyms: autonomy, independence, self-government
Capability
1. the power or ability to do something. "he had an intuitive capability of bringing the best out in people" synonyms: ability, capacity, power, potential 2. the extent of someone's or something's ability. plural noun: capabilities "the job is beyond my capabilities" 3. a facility on a computer for performing a specified task. "a graphics capability" 4. forces or resources giving a country the ability to undertake a particular kind of military action. "their nuclear weapons capability"
Integrity
1. the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles. "a gentleman of complete integrity" synonyms: honesty 2. the state of being whole and undivided. "upholding territorial integrity and national sovereignty" synonyms: unity
Significance
1. the quality of being worthy of attention; importance. "adolescent education was felt to be a social issue of some significance" synonyms: importance 2. the meaning to be found in words or events. "the significance of what was happening was clearer to me than to her" synonyms: meaning, sense, signification
Purpose
1. the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists. "the purpose of the meeting is to appoint a trustee" synonyms: motive, motivation, grounds 2. a person's sense of resolve or determination. "there was a new sense of purpose in her step as she set off" synonyms: determination
Quality
1. the standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind; the degree of excellence of something. "an improvement in product quality" 2. a distinctive attribute or characteristic possessed by someone or something. "he shows strong leadership qualities" synonyms: feature, trait, attribute, characteristic
Exposure
1. the state of having no protection from something harmful. "the dangers posed by exposure to asbestos" 2. the revelation of something secret, especially something embarrassing or damaging. "she took her life for fear of exposure as a spy"
Decency
1. the state or quality of being decent. 2. conformity to the recognized standard of propriety, good taste, modesty, etc. "she had the decency to come and confess"
Energy
1. the strength and vitality required for sustained physical or mental activity. "changes in the levels of vitamins can affect energy and well-being" 2. power derived from the utilization of physical or chemical resources, especially to provide light and heat or to work machines. "nuclear energy"
Core
1. the tough central part of various fruits, containing the seeds. "quarter the pears, remove the cores then slice again into wedges" 2. the central or most important part of something. "managers can concentrate on their core activities" 3. the dense central region of a planet, especially the nickel-iron inner part of the earth.
Basis
1. the underlying support or foundation for an idea, argument, or process."trust is the only basis for a good working relationship" 2. the system or principles according to which an activity or process is carried on. "she needed coaching on a regular basis" 3.the justification for or reasoning behind something. "on the basis of these statistics, important decisions are made"
Behave
1. to act in a particular way; conduct or comport oneself or itself: The ship behaves well. 2. to act properly: Did the child behave? 3. to act or react under given circumstances: This plastic behaves strangely under extreme heat or cold.
Tangle with (someone)
1. to battle against someone or something about someone or something. "Tim tangled with Karen over the children. I hope I don't have to tangle with the bank over this loan. I don't want to tangle with city hall." 2. to disagree or fight with someone or something She's not afraid to tangle with her father. "The two computer giants had tangled with each other in court several times."
Hitting wide of the mark/ be wide of the mark
1. to be wrong. "Yesterday's weather forecast was rather wide of the mark." 2. if you are wide of the mark when you aim or shoot at something, you miss what you are trying to hit. "Giggs had another chance early in the second half, but once again his shot was wide of the mark."
Settle Down
1. to become established in some routine, especially upon marrying, after a period of independence or indecision. 2. to become calm or quiet. 3. to apply oneself to serious work: There were so many distractions that we weren't able to settle down to studying.
End up
1. to become eventually; turn out to be "he ended up a thief" 2. to arrive, esp by a circuitous or lengthy route or process "he ended up living in New Zealand"
combine
1. to bring into or join in a close union or whole; unite: "She combined the ingredients to make the cake. They combined the two companies." 2. to possess or exhibit in union: "a plan that combines the best features of several other plans." 3. to unite; coalesce: "The clay combined with the water to form a thick paste." 5. to unite for a common purpose; join forces: "After the two factions combined, they proved invincible."
Accommodate
1. to do a kindness or a favor to; oblige. 2. to provide with a room or other accommodations. 3. to have or make room for: This elevator accommodates 10 people. 4. to adjust or make suitable; adapt: to accommodate oneself to circumstances."
accompany
1. to go along or in company with; join in action: to accompany a friend on a walk. 2. to be or exist in association or company with: Thunder accompanies lightning. 3. to put in company with; cause to be or go along; associate (usually followed by with): He accompanied his speech with gestures.
Move on
1. to leave one place and travel to another. "They stayed for only a few days before moving on." 2. to stop discussing or doing something and begin discussing or doing something different ,move on to: "Let's move on to the next question." 3. to start to continue with your life after you have dealt successfully with a bad experience. "It's been a nightmare, but now I just want to forget about it and move on."
Repository
a place where or receptacle in which things are or may be stored. "a deep repository for nuclear waste"
Pick up
1. to lift someone or something up from a surface "He picked the phone up and dialed." Antonyms: drop off 2. to go and meet someone or something that you have arranged to take somewhere in a vehicle "Will you pick me up after the party?" "I'll pick up my luggage in the morning." 3. to take someone who is waiting by the road into your vehicle and take them somewhere "We picked up a hitchhiker on the way." 4. to learn a new skill or start a habit without intending to. "She picked up a few German phrases while staying in Berlin." 5. to improve "They won't let him out of hospital until his health has picked up quite a lot."
Pull together
1. to organize something; to arrange something. "How about a party? I'll see if I can pull something together for Friday night." 2. to assemble something, such as a meal. "I will hardly have time to pull a snack together." "I will pull a nice dinner together for the two of us." 3. to cooperate; to work well together. "Let's all pull together and get this done. If we pull together as a team, we can get this job done on time." 4. to tidy things up; to straighten things up and make them orderly. "This place is a mess. Please pull things together."
Mess - Mess up
1. to perform poorly; produce errors or confusion. 2. to treat roughly; beat up.
Compile
1. to put together (documents, selections, or other materials) in one book or work. 2. to make (a book, writing, or the like) of materials from various sources: "to compile an anthology of plays; to compile a graph showing changes in profit." 3. to gather together: "to compile data."
Dictate
1. to say or read (something) aloud for another person to transcribe or for a machine to record: "to dictate some letters to a secretary." 2. to prescribe or lay down authoritatively or peremptorily; command unconditionally: "to dictate peace terms to a conquered enemy."
Patronize
1. treat with an apparent kindness that betrays a feeling of superiority. ""She's a good-hearted girl," he said in a patronizing voice" 2. frequent (a store, theater, restaurant, or other establishment) as a customer. "restaurants remaining open in the evening were well patronized" synonyms: do business with, buy from
Messy
1. untidy or dirty. "his messy hair" 2. (of a situation) confused and difficult to deal with. "a messy divorce"
How far
1. used to ask how great a distance is. "they wanted to know how far he could travel" 2. to what extent. "he was not sure how far she was committed"
Other
1. used to refer to a person or thing that is different or distinct from one already mentioned or known about. "stick the camera on a tripod or some other means of support" 2. further; additional. "one other word of advice" synonyms: more, further, additional, extra, added, supplementary
Another
1. used to refer to an additional person or thing of the same type as one already mentioned or known about; one more; a further. "have another drink" synonyms: one more, a further, an additional 2. used to refer to a different person or thing from one already mentioned or known about. "come back another day"
Particular
1. used to single out an individual member of a specified group or class. "the action seems to discriminate against a particular group of companies" synonyms: specific, certain 2. especially great or intense. "when handling or checking cash the cashier should exercise particular care"
Rather than
1. used with the infinitive form of a verb to indicate negation as a contrary choice or wish <rather than continue the argument, he walked away> <chose to sing rather than play violin> 2. and not <obscures rather than resolves the problem> <why do one thing rather than another?> <happy rather than sad>
Nearly
1. very close to; almost. "David was nearly asleep" synonyms: almost, just about, about 2. closely. "in the absence of anyone more nearly related, I had been designated next of kin"
Loosen up
1. warm up in preparation for an activity. "arrive early to loosen up and hit some practice shots" 2. make or become relaxed. "they taught me to have fun at work and loosen up"
Fairly
1. with justice. "he could not fairly be accused of wasting police time" 2. to a moderately high degree. "I was fairly certain she had nothing to do with the affair"
Promptly
1. with little or no delay; immediately. "he paid the fine promptly" 2. at exactly a specified time; punctually. "Jamie arrived promptly at 8:30"
Labor
1. work, especially hard physical work. "the price of repairs includes labor and parts" 2. the process of childbirth, especially the period from the start of uterine contractions to delivery. "his wife is in labor"
Beg
1.to ask for as a gift, as charity, or as a favor: "to beg alms; to beg forgiveness." 2.to ask (someone) to give or do something; implore: "He begged me for mercy. Sit down, I beg you."
Build
: to make (something) by putting together parts or materials : to develop or form (something) gradually : to increase the amount of (something)
Brilliant
: very bright : flashing with light : very impressive or successful : extremely intelligent : much more intelligent than most people
Compound of
A combination of two or more elements or parts
Craving
A consuming desire a yearning
Famine
A drastic, wide-reaching food shortage
Saddle
A leather seat for a rider, secured on an animal's back by a girth. Or A ridge between two peaks.
Dry sense of humor
A very good sense of humour/fun where the humour is not immediately obvious at first and is usually used by someone who appears to be serious at the same time.
If You Would
a polite phrase indicating assent to a suggestion
Addict
A physiological or psychological dependence on a drug
Parade
A public procession, esp. one celebrating a special day or event and including marching bands and floats
Advantage
A relatively favorable position; superiority of means: A better education gave us the advantage.
Misconception
A view or opinion that is incorrect because it is based on faulty thinking or understanding
I Beg To Differ
a polite way of saying that you disagree with something that someone has said
Handful
A small, undefined number or quantity
Hypothesis
A supposition or proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation
Assets
A valuable item that is owned
Coalition
An alliance, especially a temporary one, of people, factions, parties, or nations.
Instance
An example that is cited to prove or invalidate a contention or illustrate a point
Contempt
a powerful feeling of dislike toward somebody or something considered to be worthless, inferior, or undeserving of respect
Penalty
a punishment imposed for breaking a law, rule, or contract. "the charge carries a maximum penalty of ten years' imprisonment"
Credential
a qualification, achievement, personal quality, or aspect of a person's background, typically when used to indicate that they are suitable for something. "recruitment is based mainly on academic credentials"
Grateful
Appreciative of benefits received; thankful
Intrigued (About)
Arouse the curiosity or interest of; fascinate
(Distance or time) off
At a certain distance in space or time
Courageous
Brave
Cruel
Causing suffering; painful
Wow factor
a quality or feature that is extremely impressive. "its funky, futuristic looks would add a definite wow factor to any kitchen"
Dose
a quantity of a medicine or drug taken or recommended to be taken at a particular time. "he took a dose of cough medicine"
Turn - Turn a blind eye
To refuse to see or recognize something
Dingy
Darkened with smoke and grime; dirty or discolored. Gloomy
Migraine
a recurrent throbbing headache that typically affects one side of the head and is often accompanied by nausea and disturbed vision.
Livestock
Domestic animals, such as cattle or horses, raised for home use or for profit, especially on a farm.
District
a region marked off for administrative or other purposes
Condemn
Express complete disapproval of, typically in public; censure
Punishment
the infliction or imposition of a penalty as retribution for an offence. "crime demands just punishment"
Determination
Firmness of purpose; resolve
Sign (someone) up
Formally engage someone in employment: the company is signing up people to write programs
Dilemma
a situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more alternatives, especially equally undesirable ones. "the people often face the dilemma of feeding themselves or their cattle"
Capable (of)
Having the ability required for a specific task or accomplishment; qualified
About to (do something)
Indicates something that will happen very soon; indicates that something is imminent
Playing Musical Chairs
Is she PLAYING MUSICAL CHAIRS? I can't believe she's changed jobs again!
It's about time
It is almost too late!; I've been waiting a long time! (Said with impatience.) "So you finally got here! It's about time!" "They finally paid me my money. It's about time!"
Identity
the fact of being who or what a person or thing is.
Assault
Make a physical attack on
Humble
Marked by meekness or modesty in behavior, attitude, or spirit; not arrogant or prideful.
God forbid
May God prevent something from happening or being the case. For example, God forbid that they actually encounter a bear
Clothes - Anorak
a type of heavy jacket with a hood, often lined with fur or fake fur. The hood protects the face from freezing temperatures and wind
Clothes - Cardigan
a type of knitted vestment that has an open front
Heirloom
a valuable object that has belonged to a family for several generations.
Infant
a very young child or baby. "healthy infants" synonyms: baby, newborn
Jar
a wide-mouthed cylindrical container made of glass or pottery, especially one used for storing food. "a large storage jar"
masterpiece
a work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship. "a great literary masterpiece"
Alleged
Said, without proof, to have taken place or to have a specified illegal or undesirable quality.
Flame
a hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by something on fire. "the car was engulfed in flames"
Leftover
Something, esp. food, remaining after the rest has been used or consumed
Spouse
a husband or wife, considered in relation to their partner.
Horde
a large group of people. "he was surrounded by a horde of tormenting relatives"
Assert
State a fact or belief confidently and forcefully
Leak
accidentally lose or admit contents, esp. liquid or gas, through a hole or crack. (of secret information) become known.
Treason
The crime of betraying one's country, esp. by attempting to kill the sovereign or overthrow the government
Cheek
The fleshy part of either side of the face below the eye and between the nose and ear
Travail
The labor of childbirth
Constraint
a limitation or restriction
Topic
a matter dealt with in a text, discourse, or conversation; a subject. "her favorite topic of conversation is her partner" synonyms: subject, subject matter, theme, issue, matter
Problem
a matter or situation regarded as unwelcome or harmful and needing to be dealt with and overcome. "they have financial problems" synonyms: difficulty, issue, trouble, worry, complication
Precaution
a measure taken in advance to prevent something dangerous, unpleasant, or inconvenient from happening. "he had taken the precaution of seeking legal advice"
Amalgam
a mixture or blend. "a curious amalgam of the traditional and the modern"
Turn - Turn the tables
To reverse a situation and gain the upper hand.
Divide
To separate into parts, sections, groups, or branches
Demonstrate
To show clearly and deliberately; manifest
Excel
To show superiority; surpass others
Advocate
To speak, plead, or argue in favor of
Avoid
To stay clear of
Irritation
a painful reaction, especially an inflammation, caused by an irritant. Annoyance
Deal (n)
a particular type of treatment received, esp as the result of an agreement
Drop by
To stop in for a short visit.
Contend
To strive in opposition or against difficulties; struggle
Recession
a period of temporary economic decline during which trade and industrial activity are reduced, generally identified by a fall in GDP in two successive quarters. "the country is in the depths of a recession" synonyms: economic decline, downturn, depression
Come out ahead
To win: Who came out ahead in the poll?
Broad
Wide in extent from side to side
Icon
a person or thing regarded as a representative symbol of something. "this iron-jawed icon of American manhood"
Rating
a classification or ranking of someone or something based on a comparative assessment of their quality, standard, or performance. "the hotel regained its five-star rating" synonyms: grade, classification, class, grading, ranking, rank
Stew
a dish of meat, fish, or vegetables, or a combination of them, that is cooked by slow simmering
Odor
a distinctive smell, especially an unpleasant one. "the odor of cigarette smoke" synonyms: smell
Aroma
a distinctive, typically pleasant smell. "the tantalizing aroma of fresh coffee" synonyms: smell, odour, fragrance, scent
Trait
a distinguishing quality or characteristic, typically one belonging to a person. "he was a letter-of-the-law man, a common trait among coaches" synonyms: characteristic, attribute, feature, quality, property
Neighborhood
a district, especially one forming a community within a town or city. "she lived in a wealthy neighborhood of Boston" synonyms: district, area
Category
a division within a system of classification
MED - podiatrist
a doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM), also known as a podiatric physician or surgeon. Podiatrists diagnose and treat conditions of the foot, ankle, and related structures of the leg.
Painkiller
a drug or medicine for relieving pain.
Circumstance
a fact or condition connected with or relevant to an event or action.
Joy
a feeling of great pleasure and happiness. "tears of joy" synonyms: delight, great pleasure
Embarrassment
a feeling of self-consciousness, shame, or awkwardness
Tale
a fictitious or true narrative or story, esp. one that is imaginatively recounted.
Ration
a fixed amount of a commodity officially allowed to each person during a time of shortage, as in wartime. "1947 saw the bread ration reduced" synonyms: allowance, allocation, quota
Variant
a form or version of something that differs in some respect from other forms of the same thing or from a standard. "clinically distinct variants of malaria" synonyms: variation, form, alternative,
Testimony
a formal written or spoken statement, especially one given in a court of law. synonyms: evidence, sworn statement
Contingency
a future event or circumstance that is possible but cannot be predicted with certainty. "a detailed contract that attempts to provide for all possible contingencies" "Nothing was left to contingency"
Overview
a general review or summary of a subject. "a critical overview of the scientific issues of our time"
Felon
someone who has been legally convicted of a crime. Technically, a felon is anyone who's been convicted of a serious crime, but you can use felon to describe anyone you think has done something terrible.
Innovation
something newly introduced, such as a new method or device
Ring a bell?
sound vaguely familiar. "the name rings a bell"
Overstate
state too strongly; exaggerate. "I overstated my case to make my point" synonyms: exaggerate, overdo, overemphasize
Put up
stay temporarily in accommodation other than one's own home. "we put up at a hotel in the city centre"
Forgive
stop feeling angry or resentful toward (someone) for an offense, flaw, or mistake.
Discontinued
stopped permanently or temporarily
Kick
strike or propel forcibly with the foot. "police kicked down the door"
Conditional
subject to one or more conditions or requirements being met. "the consortium have made a conditional offer" synonyms: subject to, dependent on, depending on
File
submit (a legal document, application, or charge) to be placed on record by the appropriate authority. "criminal charges were filed against the firm"
Effective
successful in producing a desired or intended result.
Look after
take care of.
Hesitant
tentative, unsure, or slow in acting or speaking. "clients are hesitant about buying" synonyms: uncertain, undecided, unsure, doubtful
Empathy
the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
Intuition
the ability to understand something instinctively, without the need for conscious reasoning. "we shall allow our intuition to guide us"
Humiliation
the action of humiliating someone or the state of being humiliated. "they suffered the humiliation of losing in the opening round"
Interference
the action of interfering or the process of being interfered with. "concerns about government interference in church life" synonyms: intrusion
Reasoning
the action of thinking about something in a logical, sensible way. "he explained the reasoning behind his decision at a media conference"
Violation
the action of violating someone or something. "the aircraft were in violation of UN resolutions" synonyms: contravention, breach, infringement
Selection
the action or fact of carefully choosing someone or something as being the best or most suitable. "such men decided the selection of candidates"
Curriculum
the aggregate of courses of study given in a school, college, university, etc.: The school is adding more science courses to its curriculum.
Coverage (media)
the amount and quality of reporting or analysis given to a particular subject or event
Mentality
the characteristic attitude of mind or way of thinking of a person or group. "the yuppie mentality of the eighties" synonyms: way of thinking, mind set
Courage
the quality of mind or spirit that enables a person to face difficulty, danger, pain, etc., without fear; bravery.
Thrift
the quality of using money and other resources carefully and not wastefully. "the values of thrift and self-reliance" synonyms: frugality, economy
Tranquility
the quality or state of being tranquil; calm. "passing cars are the only noise that disturbs the tranquility of rural life" synonyms: peace, peacefulness, restfulness, repose, calm, calmness
Ratio
the quantitative relation between two amounts showing the number of times one value contains or is contained within the other. "the ratio of men's jobs to women's is 8 to 1" synonyms: proportion
Breeze
the slight and refreshing wind
Serenity
the state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled. "an oasis of serenity amidst the bustling city" synonyms: calmness, calm, composure, tranquillity
Legitimacy
the state of being legitimate.
Prosperity
the state of being prosperous. "a long period of peace and prosperity" synonyms: wealth
Infamy
the state of being well known for some bad quality or deed. "a day that will live in infamy"
Degeneration
the state or process of being or becoming degenerate; decline or deterioration. "overgrazing has caused serious degeneration of grassland"
Solitude
the state or situation of being alone. "she savored her few hours of freedom and solitude" synonyms: loneliness, solitariness, isolation
Tradition
the transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation, or the fact of being passed on in this way. "every shade of color is fixed by tradition and governed by religious laws"
Satire
the use of humour, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices, particularly in the context of contemporary politics and other topical issues. "the crude satire seems to be directed at the fashionable protest singers of the time"
Meteor
the visible streak of light from a meteoroid or micrometeoroid, heated and glowing from entering the Earth's atmosphere
Quite
to a certain or fairly significant extent or degree; fairly. "it's quite warm outside"
Incredibly
to a great degree; extremely. "Michele was incredibly brave"
Imitate
to adopt somebody else's behavior, voice, or manner, sometimes in order to make fun of him or her
Grant
to agree to do, give, or allow (something asked for or hoped for)
Contradict
to argue against the truth or correctness of somebody's statement or claim
Collate
to assemble pages in the correct order
Blame
to attribute responsibility to; accuse
Keen On
to be enthusiastic about someone or something
Freak out
to be or cause to be in a heightened emotional state, such as that of fear, anger, or excitement
Watch out
to be vigilant or alert, be on the lookout <you'd better watch out> <watch out for the tree!>
Take an interest on
to become concerned or interested in someone or something. "Do you take an interest in your children? You should take an interest in everything your child does."
Sell (someone) out
to betray someone. How could you sell me out like that?
Call in sick
to call one's place of work to say that one is ill and cannot come to work
Go Out
to date
Lure away
to entice or draw someone away from someone or something. "Do you think we could lure her away from her present employment?" "They were not able to lure away many of the employees of the other companies."
Fall For Someone
to fall in love with somebody
Stumble across or on or upon
to find by chance
Bend
to force (an object, especially a long or thin one) from a straight form into a curved or angular one, or from a curved or angular form into some different form: to bend an iron rod into a hoop.
Cradle
to hold or rock as if in a cradle.
Accumulate
to increase in number or amount; to pile up, collect, or gather
Boost
to increase the force, power, or amount of (something)
Imply
to indicate or suggest without being explicitly stated.
Exceptional
unusual; not typical.
Reluctant
unwilling and hesitant; disinclined. "she seemed reluctant to answer"
Reluctant To Do Something
unwilling to do something; not wanting to do something
On the contrary
used to intensify a denial of what has just been implied or stated. "there was no malice in her; on the contrary, she was very kind"
On the other hand
used to present factors that are opposed or that support opposing opinions. "a conflict between their rationally held views on the one hand and their emotions and desires on the other"