Dictionary of Quotes

Quotes :

1. deadening Definition: (adjective) So lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness. Synonyms: boring, ho-hum, irksome, tedious, tiresome, wearisome, dull, slow. Usage: He envied Joe, down in the village,… fantastically and gloriously drunk and forgetful of Monday morning and the week of deadening toil to come. Discuss


2. hypnopedia Definition: (noun) The art or process of learning while asleep by means of lessons recorded on disk or tapes. Synonyms: sleep-learning. Usage: Hypnopedia may not be a proven learning technique, but I figure it can't hurt to replay my professors' lectures throughout the night just in case. Discuss


3. self-seeking Definition: (noun) Taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others. Synonyms: opportunism, self-interest, expedience. Usage: He had one devoted friend at least, and he had conquered one soul in the world that was neither rudimentary nor tainted with self-seeking. Discuss


4. callow Definition: (adjective) Lacking adult maturity or experience; immature. Synonyms: unfledged. Usage: Although he is 25, he still behaves like a callow youth in some ways. Discuss