Definition Dictionary

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

An abundance of lively energy, enthusiasm, or joy.

A mistaken belief or an argument that rests on faulty reasoning.

Someone who believes events are determined by fate and cannot be changed.

To prevent or delay something through earlier action.

Courage and strength in facing difficulty.

Too ready to believe claims and therefore easily deceived.

A belief sharply opposed to an established doctrine or accepted view.

Acting contrary to professed beliefs while presenting oneself as principled.

Challenging established beliefs, traditions, or admired institutions.

A system of ideas and beliefs, especially about society or politics.

Not seeming reasonable or believable.

Understood or suggested without being stated directly.

To suggest or communicate something indirectly.

An unwillingness to accept beliefs, behavior, or people different from one's own.

A reason or explanation offered to show that an action or belief is reasonable or acceptable.

To provide sufficient reasons or evidence for an action, claim, or belief.

An incorrect belief or understanding.

A person who does not follow generally accepted beliefs, customs, or patterns of behavior.

Conforming to established beliefs, practices, or methods.

To lessen the severity of a problem without removing its cause.

Easing the effects or severity of a problem without necessarily removing its cause.

Able to influence belief or action through convincing reasons or presentation.

Seeming reasonable or believable, though not established as true.