Synonym Dictionary

Able to notice and judge important differences or qualities.

One word family: also includes discernment.

Showing a belief that someone or something is unworthy of respect.

Disappointment following the loss of an earlier illusion or enthusiasm.

To deceive or trick someone.

Showing sincere, serious, and determined purpose.

Overflowing with cheerful energy and enthusiasm.

Drawing ideas, styles, or elements from varied sources.

One word family: also includes eclecticism.

Expressing feelings with great enthusiasm and little restraint.

To strive to equal or surpass a model through imitation.

One word family: also includes emulation.

Attractive or interesting enough to hold attention.

A group of companions, assistants, or attendants surrounding a person.

Showing extensive learning or knowledge.

Changing by a constant proportional factor over equal intervals, or relating to a quantity expressed with an exponent.

Overflowing with energy, joy, or enthusiasm.

One word family: also includes exuberance.

A building's front, or a misleading outward appearance.

A smaller group within a larger one that pursues its own aims or position.

Using exaggerated flattery or submissive attention to gain favor.

Showing an inappropriately casual or disrespectful attitude toward a serious matter.

One word family: also includes flippancy.

A rise and fall or repeated variation in an amount, level, or condition.

Showing kindness, courtesy, and generous consideration for others.

Not following a reasonable or consistent line of reasoning.

Showing little or no outward emotion.

About to happen, often with a sense of significance or threat.

Unable to be entered or passed through; also impossible to understand or interpret.