Dictionary of Quotes

Quotes :

1. unrelieved Definition: (adjective) Utter; complete. Synonyms: undiminished. Usage: My fortitude was beginning to sink under the unrelieved oppression of suspense. Discuss


2. ill-gotten Definition: (adjective) Obtained illegally or by improper means. Synonyms: dirty. Usage: There is a proverb which says that ill-gotten gains never prosper, and the Prince found that the stolen ring brought him ill-luck after all. Discuss


3. gravid Definition: (adjective) Carrying developing young or eggs. Synonyms: pregnant. Usage: The program targets gravid mosquitos to prevent their proliferation. Discuss


4. first-class Definition: (adjective) Very good; of the highest quality. Synonyms: excellent, fantabulous, splendid. Usage: The power of the lantern seemed increased a hundredfold, like a lamp through the lenticular plates of a first-class lighthouse. Discuss