Definition Dictionary

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

The taking of something for one's own use; also money set aside for a purpose.

Quick to notice and understand important details.

One word family: also includes astuteness.

A young woman making a formal entrance into society.

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

Expressing disapproval or making something seem less valuable.

The breaking up, ending, or disintegration of something.

The skill or manner of speaking clearly and expressively.

An earnest attempt or sustained effort toward a goal.

Thorough enough to cover all relevant aspects.

One word family: also includes exhaustively.

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.

Able to be shaped or influenced without breaking or resisting strongly.

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

Done with sustained care and attention to detail.

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.