English to English Dictionary

Acumen

The ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in a particular domain.

Acupuncture

A system of complementary medicine in which fine needles are inserted in the skin at specific points along meridians to relieve pain or treat various physical conditions.

Acushla

An Irish term of endearment, meaning 'my darling' or 'my dear one', literally 'my pulse'.

Acutely

In a way that shows a very sensitive or fine perception of something.

Acyclic

Not forming a cycle; lacking a closed loop.

Ad-hoc

Created or done for a particular purpose as necessary, rather than being planned in advance or forming part of a regular system.

Addendum

An item of additional material, typically omissions, added at the end of a book or document.

Additivity

The quality or state of being additive; the property of a system where the total effect is equal to the sum of the individual effects.

Adjournment

The act of suspending a session or meeting to a future time or indefinitely.

Ado

Fuss, excitement, or trouble, especially of a superfluous or fussy nature.

Adroitness

Cleverness or skill, especially in handling difficult situations or using one's hands.

Adsorption

The adhesion of atoms, ions, or molecules from a gas, liquid, or dissolved solid to a surface.