Definition Dictionary

Very high or elevated; figuratively, ambitious, noble, or expressed with superiority.

The principles or process of reasoning from claims and evidence to conclusions.

Clearly expressed and readily understood.

The quality of being clear and easily understood.

Producing substantial financial gain.

So unreasonable or absurd as to invite ridicule.

Having a rich, smooth shine or glow.

The size, extent, or importance of something.

Improvised to meet an immediate need until a better solution is available.

A person persistently dissatisfied with existing circumstances.

An authoritative instruction or permission to act.

Required by a rule, instruction, or authority.

Clear and readily apparent.

An observable expression or sign of something.

Skillful handling or adjustment, sometimes involving unfair or deceptive control.

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

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

Small in extent or only just meeting a relevant threshold.

An emphasis on possessions and physical comfort; in philosophy, the view that reality is fundamentally material.

To become real or take definite form.

To help opposing parties discuss their differences and work toward an agreement.

Only moderate in quality; not especially good.

An ordinary or unimpressive level of quality.

Requiring little skill and traditionally assigned low status.