Definition Dictionary

Done with sustained care and attention to detail.

To calm anger or satisfy demands, often by making concessions.

Skill in noticing what matters and making sound practical judgments.

Failing to fulfill a duty or violating a rule or law.

Expressing disapproval or making something seem less valuable.

The skill or manner of speaking clearly and expressively.

An earnest attempt or sustained effort toward a goal.

Thoroughly and with all relevant details considered.

Making a fault or difficult situation seem less serious or blameworthy.

Capable of making mistakes.

A tendency to struggle with making clear or firm choices.

Relating to the making of laws or the body responsible for making them.

A distinctive, often habitual way of speaking, moving, or behaving.

Taking little independent action or accepting events without active resistance.

Favorable to the success of an undertaking.

Restrained in expressing feelings or in speaking and acting around others.

Making a self-righteous display of moral superiority.

Careful and conscientious about accuracy or proper conduct.

A person making a humble or earnest request.