ulterior
adjectiveHidden beyond the stated or obvious purpose, especially of a motive.
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Clear all filtersHidden beyond the stated or obvious purpose, especially of a motive.
Awkward, coarse, or lacking socially accepted manners.
To weaken support, confidence, or effectiveness, often gradually or indirectly.
Clear and leaving no reasonable doubt about meaning or intention.
Departing from usual or traditionally accepted methods or beliefs.
Departing from accepted methods
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Without realizing it or intending the result.
Firmly refusing to give way or change; also physically inflexible.
Refusing to give way
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