Definition Dictionary

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

To strip of valuables or damage through plundering.

To free someone from a mistaken belief.

Disappointment following the loss of an earlier illusion or enthusiasm.

Unwilling or reluctant because of a lack of interest or a mild dislike.

Willing or having a tendency to do something.

To extract the essential meaning or qualities from a larger whole.

Filled with great joy or pride.

The skill or manner of speaking clearly and expressively.

Raised to a high position or filled with elevated joy.

To show by example or embody a quality.

Willing to consider people and arguments without bias or favoritism.

Foolish in a smug or thoughtless way.

Pleasure or satisfaction from fulfilling a desire.

A formal promise of security or fulfillment, often covering another person's obligation.

A model of adaptation in which gains or losses in happiness may fade as people become accustomed to changed circumstances.

Strong ill will, antagonism, or active opposition.

To fill or permeate with a quality, feeling, or idea.

Lacking sense, significance, or substance.

Having a tendency or willingness to think or act in a particular way.

Lacking the skills or ability needed to perform a task adequately.

Unwilling or unable to believe something.

Overly willing to satisfy someone's wishes or excuse their behavior.

Lacking skill or competence.