Synonym Dictionary

Deliberately contrary to what is expected or reasonable; also contrary in an unexpected way.

Calm and not easily stirred to emotion.

Unstable, insecure, or exposed to danger or failure.

According to what seems reasonable or likely, though not confirmed.

Likely to experience something or behave in a particular way.

Intended to impose punishment or a penalty.

Claimed or alleged to be something, without confirmation.

Generally supposed or claimed to be so, without certainty.

The underlying reasoning for a decision or belief.

To express disapproval or criticism, often with a corrective purpose.

Generally believed or said to be a particular kind of person or thing.

Needed for a particular purpose or task.

Firm and determined in purpose.

Firm determination to carry out a purpose.

Punishment imposed in response to wrongdoing.

Humor, irony, or exaggeration used to expose and criticize faults or wrongdoing.

Calm, dignified, and unhurried.

The practice of refusing oneself a pleasure or desire, often for a larger purpose.

Expressing compact statements of supposed wisdom, often with excessive moralizing.

Calm and undisturbed, without signs of agitation.

A state of calm and peacefulness.

Firm and dependable in purpose, loyalty, or belief.

Enduring discomfort or adversity without outward complaint.

Planned with a broader or longer-term objective in mind.