English to English Dictionary

Causality

The relationship between cause and effect; the principle that everything that happens (an effect) is the result of a specific cause.

Cavaquinho

A small, traditional Portuguese and Brazilian stringed musical instrument of the guitar family, featuring four wire strings and played with a pick or fingers.

Ceaseless

Without pause or stop; continuous.

Cede

To give up power or territory, typically unwillingly or as the result of a treaty or defeat.

Celestial Studies

The academic discipline that focuses on the study of celestial bodies and phenomena.

Celibacy

The state of abstaining from marriage and sexual relations.

Censor

An official who examines material (such as publications or films) and suppresses any parts considered objectionable on moral, political, or other grounds.

Censorious

Expressing strong disapproval and critical judgment.

Censure

The formal expression of severe disapproval.

Centenary

The hundredth anniversary of a significant event or the celebration of it.

Central Government State

A state in which the central government holds the primary authority over the political and administrative functions.

Central-control

A system or mechanism by which a single authority or focal point directs, regulates, and manages the operations of an entire organization, network, or machine.