Dictionary of Quotes

Quotes :

1. have-not Definition: (noun) A person with few or no possessions. Synonyms: poor person. Usage: The have-nots of the world often do not have access to the technology that many others take for granted. Discuss


2. scoundrel Definition: (noun) A wicked or evil person; someone who does evil deliberately. Synonyms: villain. Usage: I am afraid to leave you here with these devilish scoundrels. Discuss


3. ascription Definition: (noun) Assigning some quality or character to a person or thing. Synonyms: attribution. Usage: The ascription to me of honors I had not earned left me feeling guilty and ashamed. Discuss


4. eyestrain Definition: (noun) A tiredness of the eyes caused by prolonged close work by a person with an uncorrected vision problem. Synonyms: asthenopia. Usage: Extended computer use is a common cause of eyestrain. Discuss