Definition Dictionary

The central or most important part of an idea or matter.

Open to unfamiliar ideas or ways of living rather than narrowly bound by convention.

A word or phrase repeated frequently as a guiding idea; also a sacred utterance in some traditions.

A recurring figure, image, or idea in a work of music, art, or literature.

Unwilling to consider ideas or practices beyond a limited set of familiar views.

An idea, belief, or impression about something.

A model of excellence or a perfect example of a quality.

Relating to an idealized rural or shepherding life.

Presenting another person's words, ideas, or work as one's own without proper acknowledgment.

Representing the most characteristic or ideal example of a type.

Idealistic to an impractical or unrealistic degree.

Willing to listen to, consider, or accept ideas and suggestions.

To restore harmony or make differing accounts or ideas consistent.

To reject a claim, idea, or association as invalid or unacceptable.

Following another person's ideas uncritically.

The combination of separate ideas or elements into a coherent whole.

Lacking meaningful thought, substance, or ideas.

A sudden wish or idea that lacks a settled reason or plan.