Definition Dictionary

To warn, advise firmly, or express disapproval of someone's conduct.

To assert that something happened or is true before it has been proved.

To improve an unfavorable condition or situation.

To polish a surface or improve the appearance of something.

To scold or express mild disapproval.

Based on an unproved guess or inference.

To strongly disapprove of or deeply regret.

To express disapproval of or belittle something.

To damage trust in the truth or reliability of something.

To establish through evidence or reasoning that something is false.

To correct or improve the wording of a text.

To improve or increase a quality, value, or effect.

Relating to eugenics, the scientifically discredited belief that controlling human reproduction could improve populations.

Proposed for consideration without being established as fact.

Beyond recovery, correction, or improvement in the relevant context.

A thorough examination and substantial repair, revision, or improvement.

A lover, especially in a secret or socially disapproved relationship.

A metaphor for competing to maintain relative standing, so greater effort brings little improvement in one's position.

To prove stronger or more successful, or to be generally present.

To give formal approval or confirmation.

To renovate or improve the condition and appearance of something.

To demonstrate that a claim or argument is false.

Capable of being corrected or improved.

To repair or improve an old or damaged building or object.