Definition Dictionary

Deserving praise or approval.

Unstable, insecure, or exposed to danger or failure.

An earlier example that can guide a later decision or action.

To cause something to happen suddenly or sooner than expected.

In action, excessively hasty; also very steep.

To prevent something or rule out its possibility.

Something that comes before another thing and signals or contributes to its development.

A person or thing that came before another in the same role or position.

A difficult or awkward situation.

To make someone or something more likely to respond or develop in a particular way.

An existing tendency or inclination toward something.

Most common, influential, or important in a particular setting.

Standing above others in distinction or importance.

Influenced by a preconceived opinion that lacks a fair basis.

Planned or considered in advance, especially before a wrongful act.

A statement or assumption on which an argument is based.

A greater amount, number, weight, or influence than the alternatives.

Absurd or contrary to reasonable judgment.

Giving disproportionately greater weight to an immediate outcome than to a later one.

The act of protecting something valued from damage, loss, or decay.

According to what seems reasonable or likely, though not confirmed.

Overstepping proper limits through excessive confidence or boldness.

A false appearance, claim, or show of something.

An attempt or claim to seem more important, skilled, or impressive than warranted.