English to English Dictionary

Adopted

Legally taken by another family as their own child.

Adoptee

A person who has been legally adopted by a new parent or parents.

Adoption

The action or fact of legally taking another person's child and bringing them up as one's own child.

Adoptive brother

A male sibling who is related through the adoption of one or both by the same parents, rather than by shared biological ancestry.

Adorer

A person who regards someone with deep love, respect, or worship.

Adorn

To make more beautiful or attractive by adding decorative items.

Adorned

To make more attractive by adding decorative items.

Adornment

Something that adds beauty or distinction.

Adrenaline

A hormone secreted by the adrenal glands that increases rates of blood circulation, breathing, and carbohydrate metabolism and prepares muscles for exertion.

Adrenergic

Relating to or denoting nerve cells in which adrenaline, noradrenaline, or a similar substance acts as a neurotransmitter.

Adroit

Having skill or proficiency in a particular area, especially in handling situations or tasks.

Adroitness

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