English to English Dictionary

appellation

A name or title.

aqueous

Of, relating to, or containing water; watery.

arbitration

The use of an arbitrator to settle a dispute.

archivist

A person responsible for preserving, organizing, and maintaining the accessibility of historical documents and records.

arrondissement

A subdivision of a large French city (such as Paris) or a territorial department for municipal administration.

asperse

To attack the reputation of (someone); to slander or defame.

aspersion

An attack on the reputation or integrity 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.

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.