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10 Language-to-English Dictionariesasperse
To attack the reputation of (someone); to slander or defame.
aspersion
An attack on the reputation or integrity of someone or something.
assessment
The evaluation or estimation of the nature, quality, or ability of someone or something.
asshole
An irritating, despicable, or obnoxious person.
assignment
A task or piece of work allocated to someone as part of a job or course of study.
assistance
The action of helping someone; help or support.
association
A connection or mental link between things, ideas, or people.
astonished
Very surprised or amazed.
astringency
The property of a substance that causes contraction of body tissues, typically tasting sour or bitter and causing a puckering feeling in the mouth.
astringent
A substance that causes body tissues to contract, typically used to reduce bleeding from minor cuts or to dry skin.
astrology
The study of the movements and relative positions of celestial bodies interpreted as having an influence on human affairs and the natural world.
asynchronous
Not occurring at the same time; not synchronized in time.