Definition Dictionary

Influenced by a preconceived opinion that lacks a fair basis.

Planned or considered in advance, especially before a wrongful act.

A statement or assumption on which an argument is based.

A greater amount, number, weight, or influence than the alternatives.

Absurd or contrary to reasonable judgment.

Giving disproportionately greater weight to an immediate outcome than to a later one.

The act of protecting something valued from damage, loss, or decay.

According to what seems reasonable or likely, though not confirmed.

Overstepping proper limits through excessive confidence or boldness.

A false appearance, claim, or show of something.

An attempt or claim to seem more important, skilled, or impressive than warranted.

Trying to appear more important, cultured, or impressive than justified.

To prove stronger or more successful, or to be generally present.

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

Widespread or commonly occurring in a particular place or time.

To avoid being fully truthful by using evasive statements.

Basic or undeveloped in form or method; also belonging to an early stage of development.

A strong or habitual inclination, often toward something viewed unfavorably.

Extraordinarily great in size, amount, or ability.

The ability or rate of producing useful work, results, or goods.

Showing disrespect for something sacred, or using offensive and irreverent language.

Offensive or irreverent language, especially swearing.

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

Openly stated or claimed, without necessarily being demonstrated.