Synonym Dictionary

Presented as the reason or appearance, though the reality may differ.

Designed to attract notice through a show of wealth or importance.

Expressing opinions openly and directly.

To move ahead of or exceed someone or something in progress, achievement, or extent.

To defeat or gain an advantage over someone through greater cleverness.

An amount that is greater than needed or useful.

Trying to dominate others in an excessively forceful or arrogant way.

Exaggerated, inflated, or more grandiose than the subject warrants.

More certain of one's ability or judgment than the evidence or circumstances justify.

A thorough examination and substantial repair, revision, or improvement.

Excessive satisfaction of a desire or appetite.

More important than other competing concerns or considerations.

To reject or reverse a decision through superior authority.

Openly observable rather than hidden or concealed.

An additional suggestion or feeling accompanying the main meaning of words or an action.

A combination of words whose meanings seem contradictory.