Synonym Dictionary

A lack of moderation or self-restraint.

A lack of the respect or seriousness conventionally shown to someone or something.

Showing a lack of solemn respect for something usually treated seriously.

Showing obvious effort or strain instead of ease or naturalness.

Lacking energy or moving with relaxed slowness.

Not sufficiently strict, careful, or attentive.

Lacking energy or alertness.

Lightness of manner, especially when greater seriousness is expected.

An ordinary or unimpressive level of quality.

Nearsightedness; figuratively, a failure to consider wider or longer-term consequences.

Nearsighted; figuratively, failing to consider broader or longer-term consequences.

Very small in amount; also existing in name rather than in actual effect.

An appearance of relaxed ease or lack of concern.

Excessive satisfaction of a desire or appetite.

A shortage or insufficient amount.

Ordinary and lacking imagination or distinction.

A tendency to expect unfavorable outcomes.

Expecting unfavorable outcomes or emphasizing the negative side of a situation.

Influenced by a preconceived opinion that lacks a fair basis.

Ordinary, practical, or lacking imagination and excitement.

To become less severe, resistant, or intense.

The art of effective expression; also language criticized as impressive but lacking substance.

A limited supply of something in relation to demand or need.

Able to read and write only at a limited or elementary level.