English to English Dictionary

Ambages

A roundabout or indirect way of speaking or acting.

Amblyopia

A medical condition in which vision in one eye is reduced because the eye and brain are not working together properly, commonly known as lazy eye.

Amphinome

A genus of marine polychaete annelid worms, commonly known as fireworms, characterized by tufts of venomous bristles.

Amphinomus

In Greek mythology, a prominent suitor of Penelope in the Odyssey who was distinguished by his relatively mild temperament, better manners, and occasional conscience compared to the other arrogant suitors.

Aniline

A clear, colorless to yellowish, toxic, oily liquid aromatic amine derived from benzene, widely used in the manufacture of dyes, drugs, and plastics.

Anlace

A medieval, straight, tapering dagger, broad at the hilt and double-edged, commonly worn at the girdle.

Anoesis

A state of pure feeling, emotion, or sensation unaccompanied by any intellectual awareness, reasoning, or cognitive thought.

Anopsia

A defect of the visual field or a lack of vision; a specific form of blindness or visual impairment.

Anthropomorphous

Having human characteristics or qualities attributed to non-human entities.

Anthroposophy

A philosophy that emphasizes the spiritual nature of humanity and the importance of personal development.

Apartheid

A policy or system of segregation or discrimination on grounds of race.

Aperdonish

Characterized by an inclination toward forgiveness, reconciliation, or granting pardon under complex normative conditions.