Definition Dictionary

A system of ideas and beliefs, especially about society or politics.

To destroy, especially by fire, or offer as a sacrifice.

To question credibility or, in government, formally accuse an official of misconduct.

An attribution, especially an allegation of fault or wrongdoing.

Made unable to function or act normally.

Unpleasantly harsh, especially of weather.

To formally accuse of a crime; more generally, to accuse strongly.

Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place.

An authoritative command, especially an order issued by a court.

Present naturally from birth or from an original state.

An indirect suggestion, usually unfavorable or insulting.

Developing subtly or gradually in a harmful way.

Arising naturally without deliberate thought or conscious planning.

Relating to thought, understanding, or the exercise of the mind.

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

A lack of the respect or seriousness conventionally shown to someone or something.

Showing a lack of solemn respect for something usually treated seriously.