Synonym Dictionary

A person who challenges cherished beliefs or established conventions.

One word family: also includes iconoclastic.

Entirely clean or free from flaws.

To make poor or seriously reduce available resources.

So firmly established that it cannot reasonably be challenged.

Not definitely established, fixed, or known.

Lacking the resources needed for basic living.

One word family: also includes indigence.

So deeply established that it is difficult to change.

A person who rises in rebellion against established authority.

A violent uprising against an established government or authority.

Long established and habitual, especially of a tendency or person.

The secretion or shedding of tears.

A published false statement that harms a person's reputation, especially in writing.

Having a rich, smooth shine or glow.

Only moderate in quality; not especially good.

One word family: also includes mediocrity.

Required by a rule, duty, or established expectation.

Elaborately decorated or detailed.

Conforming to established beliefs, practices, or methods.

Favoring one side or person instead of judging evenhandedly.

Seeming reasonable or believable, though not established as true.

Standing above others in distinction or importance.

Most widespread, influential, or commonly accepted at the time.

Competent and skilled in a particular activity.

Easily noticed, important, or well known in a particular setting.

Involving a fundamental change or a large departure from established practice.