Synonym Dictionary

A small curl of hair.

Actions intended to reduce the likelihood or adverse consequences of an identified risk.

Holding attention very strongly.

Strong, vigorous, or able to withstand difficulty.

Highly ornate, elaborate, and decorative in style.

Indirect or following a longer, less straightforward course.

Basic or at an early stage of development.

Characteristic of country life or a simple rural style.

Excessively sweet or sentimental.

Showing disrespect toward something regarded as sacred.

Sound judgment and keen understanding.

A person respected for wisdom and sound judgment.

Especially noticeable or important.

Favorable to health or well-being.

Making a self-righteous display of moral superiority.

Official authorization; also a penalty used to enforce a rule.

Confident and hopeful about the outcome.

Having a distinct, pleasing flavor.

Showing deep wisdom or sound judgment.

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

Using cutting or mocking remarks, often through verbal irony.

Grimly or bitterly mocking.

To satisfy a desire or appetite fully.

Humor, irony, or exaggeration used to expose and criticize faults or wrongdoing.