Dictionary of Quotes

Quotes :

1. toreador Definition: (noun) Someone who fights bulls. Synonyms: bullfighter. Usage: The toreador stepped out of the path of the charging bull at the last possible moment, drawing cheers from the spectators. Discuss


2. bird’s-eye Definition: (adjective) As from an altitude or distance. Synonyms: panoramic. Usage: Another pedestrian had entered from the other end…with an astrakhan collar to his coat on this warm night, and a black slouch hat that hid his features from my bird's-eye view. Discuss


3. machination Definition: (noun) A crafty scheme or cunning design for the accomplishment of a sinister end. Synonyms: intrigue. Usage: During his early youth he had to contend against the machinations of a malignant uncle, who would have robbed him of his large possessions. Discuss


4. contagion Definition: (noun) The communication of an attitude or emotional state among a number of people. Synonyms: infection. Usage: Arobin caught the contagion of excitement which drew him to Edna like a magnet. Discuss