Definition Dictionary

Casual or informal in manner, sometimes to the point of seeming dismissive.

Occurring at a favorable or useful time.

Seeming contradictory or contrary to expectation, sometimes while expressing a valid insight.

To continue in an action or remain in existence despite difficulty or the passage of time.

Most widespread, influential, or commonly accepted at the time.

Widespread or commonly occurring in a particular place or time.

To state openly that one holds a belief, feeling, or qualification, sometimes with doubt about its sincerity.

To offer a seemingly reasonable explanation, sometimes to justify questionable conduct.

Relating to the effective use of language; sometimes intended for effect without expecting a literal answer.

Showing attentive concern or care, sometimes excessively.

The ability to sustain physical or mental effort over time.

Following later in time or order.

Oppressively hot and humid; sometimes describing an intensely sensual appearance or manner.

Relating to time or the sequence of events.

To delay a decision or action in order to gain time.

Expressed in very few words, sometimes with an abrupt tone.

Brevity of expression, sometimes to the point of abruptness.

Lasting only a short time.

Lasting only a short time; passing.

Forming a deeper basis or cause, sometimes not immediately obvious.

Showing imaginative insight about future possibilities, sometimes without enough practical detail.