Synonym Dictionary

Someone who believes events are determined by fate and cannot be changed.

Preoccupied with judging conduct by moral rules, often in a self-righteous or overbearing way.

A person described disparagingly as dismissive of artistic or intellectual interests.

Sharp and biting in tone or temper.

A list of matters to address, or a plan of aims that guides someone's actions.

Showing little interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

A lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

Expecting failure and therefore discouraging effort.

Intended to teach, sometimes in an overly instructive manner.

To list or specify items one by one.

An orderly listing or count of separate items.

Understood by or intended for a small group with specialized knowledge.

Possible to carry out successfully under the circumstances.

To pay careful attention to advice, a warning, or another signal.

Lacking energy or moving with relaxed slowness.

Lacking energy or alertness.

A long and often repetitive series of statements or complaints.

Very high or elevated; figuratively, ambitious, noble, or expressed with superiority.

Having a rich, smooth shine or glow.

An emphasis on possessions and physical comfort; in philosophy, the view that reality is fundamentally material.

A person who does not follow generally accepted beliefs, customs, or patterns of behavior.

Limited to narrow local concerns or experiences.

Treating someone with an air of superiority that appears helpful or kind.

Guided by practical results and real circumstances.