Dictionary of Quotes

Quotes :

1. vilipend Definition: (verb) Belittle. Synonyms: deprecate. Usage: In my culture, men commonly vilipend women and treat them as second-class citizens. Discuss


2. adjudge Definition: (verb) To pronounce formally. Synonyms: declare, hold. Usage: It was a tight race, but Frankie was ultimately adjudged the winner. Discuss


3. forgo Definition: (verb) Do without or cease to hold or adhere to. Synonyms: foreswear, waive, dispense with, relinquish. Usage: The tortures of the accused did not equal mine; she was sustained by innocence, but the fangs of remorse tore my bosom and would not forgo their hold. Discuss


4. overplay Definition: (verb) Exaggerate one's acting. Synonyms: ham. Usage: The audience groaned as the actor overplayed his grief, beating his chest and wailing to the heavens. Discuss