English to English Dictionary

Amnesty

An official pardon for people who have been convicted of political offenses.

Amour-Propre

A sense of one's own dignity or worth; self-respect.

Amphitheater

An oval or circular open-air building with tiers of seats around a central central area, used in ancient Rome for gladiatorial contests and spectacles.

Amphora

A tall ancient Greek or Roman jar with two handles and a narrow neck, used for carrying oil or wine.

Amplification

The action of enlarging upon or adding detail to a story or statement.

Anabolic Agent

A substance that promotes anabolism, the metabolic process that builds up organs and tissues.

Anabolic Steroid

Synthetic substances similar to the male sex hormone testosterone that promote muscle growth and enhance physical performance.

Anabolic Steroid Use

The use of synthetic derivatives of testosterone to enhance muscle mass and athletic performance.

Anachronism

A thing belonging or appropriate to a period other than that in which it exists, especially a old-fashioned or outdated person, custom, or idea.

Anagenesis

A mode of evolution in which a species evolves into a new species without branching off into separate lineages.

Analgesia

A state in which pain is reduced or eliminated.

Analog Agent

A person or thing that acts on behalf of another, particularly in a manner that corresponds to a model or standard.