English to English Dictionary

Sustainability

The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level, especially regarding ecological balance and the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources.

Sustainability Advocate

A person who actively supports, promotes, or works toward ecological balance, resource conservation, and sustainable development practices.

Sustainable Urbanism

A design philosophy that promotes the development of urban areas in a way that is environmentally sustainable, socially equitable, and economically viable.

Sustenance

Food and drink regarded as a source of strength; nourishment.

Sutōshugi

A philosophical doctrine emphasizing self-control and rationality, often associated with the ability to endure pain or hardship without displaying feelings.

Swan Song

The final performance, activity, or appearance of a person, typically before their retirement or death.

Sweepstake

A lottery or gambling game in which all the money staked is paid to the holder of the winning ticket.

Swiftness

The quality of moving or capable of moving at high speed.

Swāyatta

The state of being self-governing or independent.

Syllabary

A table of syllables, or a system of written characters representing syllables, used in certain languages.

Synchronicities

The simultaneous occurrence of events which appear significantly related but have no discernible causal connection.

Syncope

The omission of sounds or syllables in speech, often resulting in a shortened form of a word.