Definition Dictionary

Occurring at intervals with pauses between.

To place something between other things or insert it into a situation.

An explanation of what something means, or a particular way of presenting a work.

Involving choices, comparisons, or effects across different times.

To become involved in order to affect a situation.

An action taken to change a situation or influence an outcome.

To make something known indirectly or discreetly.

Unwilling to accept views, behavior, or people regarded as different or objectionable.

One word family: also includes intolerance.

Difficult to manage, control, or resolve.

Unwilling to compromise or change a firmly held position.

One word family: also includes intransigence.

Made up of many connected details or parts.

A secret or deceptive scheme; also the interest such mystery arouses.

Belonging to the essential nature of something.

Inclined to examine one's own thoughts and feelings.

One word family: also includes introspection.

An unwanted entry or interference in a place, activity, or private matter.

Entering or interfering where one's presence or attention is unwelcome.

Understood through immediate insight rather than explicit reasoning.

To overwhelm with a large amount or cover with floodwater.

Accustomed to something unpleasant through repeated exposure.

Abusive or harshly insulting language.

Long established and habitual, especially of a tendency or person.

To give energy or renewed strength.

To call upon a rule, authority, or example for support or effect.

A very small amount.