Definition Dictionary

A point or level at which something begins or changes; also the entrance to a place.

To grow strongly or develop successfully.

The stability of a plan or preference as time passes, when relevant information and outcomes otherwise remain unchanged.

The quality of occurring or being completed at an appropriate or useful time.

Showing fearfulness or a lack of confidence.

A prolonged, angry outburst of criticism.

A large or substantial book, especially a scholarly one.

A state of inactivity, sluggishness, or reduced responsiveness.

Full of twists or complicated turns.

A standard used to judge the quality or validity of something.

Easy to guide, manage, teach, or deal with.

A condition of calm and peacefulness.

To go beyond an ordinary boundary, limit, or expectation.

Going beyond ordinary limits or surpassing usual experience.

To make a written copy of speech or other material.

An act that violates a rule, law, or moral boundary.

Lasting only a short time.

Connected with a change from one condition, stage, or system to another.

Lasting only a short time; passing.

To happen, or to become known after having been unclear.

An exchange or rearrangement of positions or order.

A badly distorted or absurd imitation of something worthy.

Disloyal or deceptive; also dangerously unreliable or difficult to navigate.

Anxiety or fear about what may happen.