Synonym Dictionary

Using a milder expression in place of one considered unpleasant or blunt.

To decline or gradually diminish.

Traditionally describing a man or boy as having qualities considered feminine; often disparaging.

Exceptionally and conspicuously bad.

Extremely thin and weakened, especially through lack of nourishment.

Based on observation or experience rather than theory alone.

To gradually intrude on another person's space, time, or rights.

Originating within the system or organism being considered.

To list or specify items one by one.

An orderly listing or count of separate items.

A long narrative, especially one involving heroic or momentous events.

Emotionally separated or no longer on friendly terms.

Relating to principles of right conduct or consistent with accepted moral standards.

Relating to eugenics, the scientifically discredited belief that controlling human reproduction could improve populations.

A speech or written tribute praising someone, especially after their death.

To remove the internal organs; figuratively, to strip away essential content.

Thoroughly and with all relevant details considered.

Unreasonably high or excessive, especially in cost or demand.

Useful or convenient for reaching an aim, though not always principled.

A word or phrase used as an exclamation, especially one considered profane.

Exceptionally fine, beautiful, or delicately made.

Excessive spending or use of resources; also an unusually lavish purchase or display.

Coming from outside rather than belonging to a thing's essential nature.