Definition Dictionary

Approval expressed openly by a group, often through a voice vote.

To warn, advise firmly, or express disapproval of someone's conduct.

To state positively that something is true or to express firm support for it.

Open to more than one interpretation or not clearly expressed.

Full of energy, movement, or lively expression.

To express an idea clearly and effectively in words.

The ability to express ideas clearly and effectively.

The clear expression of an idea in words, or the production of distinct speech sounds.

Confident and direct in expressing a position or acting on it.

Shortness in duration or expression.

Open and honest expression.

To express strong disapproval or issue a formal reprimand.

Following a winding or indirect route; also indirect in expression or action.

An expression or idea used so often that it has lost freshness or force.

Expressing the needed information in few words.

The quality of expressing the needed meaning in few words.

Expressing or involving claims that oppose one another and cannot both hold in the same sense.

Expressing disapproval or making something seem less valuable.

Mockery that expresses contempt.

Expressing disrespect or a low opinion of someone or something.

Calm and serious in a way that expresses self-respect and invites respect from others.

Expressing feelings with great enthusiasm and little restraint.

The skill or manner of speaking clearly and expressively.

Expressing ideas or feelings fluently and persuasively.