Definition Dictionary

Expressing opinions openly and directly.

An apparent contradiction that may nevertheless express a truth.

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

Expressing disapproval or contempt.

Clarity and ease of understanding in expression.

Pompous and dogmatic in expressing an opinion.

To express opinions in a pompous or dogmatic manner.

To express sharp disapproval of someone's behavior.

To express formal or strong disapproval of someone's conduct.

To express disappointment or blame for someone's behavior.

To express disapproval or criticism, often with a corrective purpose.

Restrained in expressing feelings or in speaking and acting around others.

The art of effective expression; also language criticized as impressive but lacking substance.

One word family: also includes rhetorical.

Cutting or mocking language, often expressing the opposite of the intended meaning.

Expressing compact statements of supposed wisdom, often with excessive moralizing.

A feeling, attitude, or opinion, especially one shared or expressed about a subject.

Unnaturally formal or awkward in expression.

Expressed clearly in few words.

Moderate or restrained in conduct, expression, or climate.

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

One word family: also includes terseness.

Words, actions, or a gift expressing respect, gratitude, or admiration.

Openly and readily expressing opinions or feelings.

Loud and forceful in expressing an opinion.