English to English Dictionary
Search any English word to get exact English definitions, pronunciations, and contextual examples.
World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesstrike
A refusal to work organized by a body of employees as a form of protest, typically in an attempt to obtain concessions from their employer.
strolling
The action of walking in a leisurely, relaxed way.
stub
The truncated remnant of a pencil, cigarette, or other object after most of it has been used or removed.
stunned
Very surprised or shocked, so that one is temporarily unable to react.
stutter
A tendency to stutter, or an instance of stuttering speech.
subordination
The state of being under the authority, control, or broader significance of another person or thing.
subterfuge
Deceit used in order to achieve one's goal.
subvention
An amount of money granted, especially by a government, to assist an organization or undertaking.
summary
A brief statement or account of the main points of something.
superhero
A fictional character having superhuman powers, typically dedicated to protecting the public.
supposed
Generally assumed or believed to be the case, often with the implication that it is not true.
surreptitious
Kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.