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The principle or practice of unselfish concern for the welfare of others, involving selfless acts done for…

Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant in manner.

Dependent on chance or random occurrence rather than on planning or design; involving an element of luck or…

A medieval chemical science and speculative philosophy that sought to transform base metals into gold and t…

Cheerful readiness, eagerness, or willingness to act; brisk and lively promptness in responding or doing so…

As an adjective or adverb, agape describes something wide open, especially a mouth in surprise or wonder.

A sudden rush of creative inspiration or divine breath, especially as conceived in classical and literary t…

Friendly, courteous, and easy to talk to; approachable in manner.

The protection, backing, or control of a particular person or organization; also, in classical mythology, t…

Skilful and clever, especially in the use of the hands or mind; showing resourcefulness and deftness in han…

The ability to perceive, understand, or think with sharpness and precision; keenness of the mind or senses.

The point at which something is at its best or most highly developed; the peak or highest level of achievem…

(Of speech, writing, or a manner) sharp, biting, and forthright, especially in a way that is harshly critic…

An award, honor, or expression of praise marking special achievement; historically, the ceremonial touch on…

A formal declaration that a person's sins or wrongdoings are forgiven, especially in a religious context su…

To leave hurriedly and secretly, especially to avoid detection, arrest, or the payment of a debt or obligat…

The act of renouncing or rejecting something, especially one's own interests, desires, or rights; self-denial.

A state of temporary inactivity, suspension, or disuse; the condition of something (especially a title, rig…

Having a sharp, tangy, or pleasantly provocative quality; appealingly bold or lively.

Appearing or seeming to be so; apparently true or real, but possibly not.

The lowest or most unfavorable point of something, such as a person's fortunes or a situation's prospects.

Mirth is a feeling of joy, amusement, or laughter, often in a lively or festive atmosphere.

A feeling of weariness and lack of energy; a state of physical or mental weakness.

Having a strong and keen sense of sight or smell; sharp or penetrating in quality or effect.

Lacking interest or excitement; dull, uninspired.

Given to acting on impulse; hasty and impulsive.

Tending to spread or diffuse in all directions; spreading or diffusing widely or thoroughly.

Free from deceit or guile; sincere and straightforward.

Having or displaying intense, passionate feeling or sincere earnestness; characterized by great warmth and…

Cheerful, energetic, and full of high spirits; bubbling over with enthusiasm or excitement.

Quick, skilful, and neat in movement or action; showing nimble dexterity or effortless competence.

To flash or sparkle brightly; to give off vivid flashes of light.

Blithe describes someone who is cheerfully carefree and lighthearted, often in a way that seems casual or u…

Bitterness or sharpness of feeling, speech, or manner, especially in disputes or arguments.

A gentle, mild breeze, especially one that is warm and pleasant.

To feel a strong and often unfulfilled desire or longing for something.

Winsome refers to a charming, attractive, and appealing quality that makes someone or something pleasant to…

Having a lively, energetic, and charming personality; full of life and enthusiasm.

Not able to be defended or maintained; unreasonable or unjustifiable.

The quality of being impudently bold or presumptuous; audacity.

Having or producing a sparkling or flickering light; extremely interesting or attractive.

Feeling or expressing intense joy or enthusiasm, often in a state of ecstasy or rapture.

A model or example that is used to explain or justify a particular concept or theory; a set of assumptions,…

Having or showing a stubborn refusal to change one's opinion or course of action.

In a beginning stage of development or formation; emerging or coming into existence.

Having a temperament that is prone to sudden and unpredictable changes in mood or behavior; changeable, vol…

Having a smooth, supple, and flexible quality; not stiff or rigid.

Relating to motion or movement, especially in a mechanical or physical sense.

Playful or humorous in tone or manner; joking or teasing.

Giving off light, heat, or both, typically in the form of a glow; shining brightly, often with a warm, soft…

Excessive pride or self-confidence, often leading to a downfall or loss of status.

Describing language that is elaborate and pretentious in style, often to the point of being pompous or affe…

Attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that one's actions would be…

Quickly fading from sight, memory, or existence; lasting only a very short time before vanishing.

Feeling or expressing great sorrow or distress; mournful and grief-laden in tone or appearance.

A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.

Eager to fight or start a war; aggressive and combative in manner or temperament.

Difficult to understand; obscure or esoteric, especially in a way that requires specialized knowledge to gr…

Having or showing a strong and enthusiastic desire to support or approve something.

Friendly and hospitable to guests or strangers; welcoming.

Lacking in vitality or strength; pale and unhealthy in appearance; lacking in intensity or effectiveness.

Having a rich, green color; lush and green; covered with vegetation.

Having a strange and frightening quality that is hard to explain; giving the impression that something is n…

Given to outbursts of anger or passion; turbulent or stormy.

Having keen discernment, farsightedness, or wisdom; able to judge situations or people wisely.

Decided, firm, and unwavering in purpose or determination; showing determination and firmness of purpose.

Given to complaining or finding fault; peevish or irritable.

Clearly expressed or easily understood; transparent or lucid.

Having or showing a great deal of wealth or luxury; richly decorated or furnished.

Having or showing a subtle and delicate distinction or difference; characterized by a subtle and delicate q…

Having a large and generous spirit; willing to give freely of one's time, money, or other resources, especi…

Characterized by a concise and direct style of expression, often to the point of being brief or laconic.

Having or showing a cheerful and friendly nature; good-humored.

Describing a scene or situation that is extremely pleasant and idyllic, often in a way that is unrealistic…

A harbinger is a person, event, or sign that indicates the approach or arrival of something, often in a way…

To rouse or spur someone, a group, or a nation into sudden, energetic action; to shock or stimulate into ac…

Well-chosen or apt, especially in a way that produces a pleasing or fortunate effect; marked by happy skill…

Bubbling or fizzing vigorously as gas escapes from a liquid; figuratively, lively, enthusiastic, and high-s…

Fearless and determined; showing courage that cannot be intimidated or discouraged by danger or difficulty.

To charm or enchant someone, often in a delightful but sometimes deceptive way; to trick or deceive by cunn…

Self-confidence and composure, especially in a demanding or challenging situation; assurance of manner.

Feeling or expressing a sense of melancholic nostalgia or longing for something that is lost or unattainable.

Experienced or felt through imagination or sympathy rather than directly.

Describing someone who is habitually uncommunicative or reserved in speech; unwilling to talk about their t…

Having a cheerful and optimistic outlook on life; confident and enthusiastic.

Excessively idealistic or romantic in a way that is considered unrealistic or impractical.

Having a keen understanding and insight; able to notice and understand things that are not immediately appa…

Having a casual and relaxed attitude, often seeming indifferent or unconcerned.

Showing a great attention to detail; extremely careful and thorough in one's work or actions.

Given to talking a great deal, often about trivial matters; loquacious people are talkative and often long-…

To place two or more things side by side, often in order to compare or contrast them.

Carefree and nonchalant, having or showing a lack of concern or worry.

Gregarious refers to someone who is sociable, fond of the company of others, and often seeks out social int…

Very attentive to and concerned about accuracy, cleanliness, or detail; excessively particular and hard to…

Difficult to interpret, understand, or explain; mysterious and puzzling in a way that invites curiosity rat…

Done secretly, especially in a way that is kept hidden from view because it is illicit, private, or unautho…

Kind, generous, and caring about the welfare of others; wishing to do good.

Deviating from what is normal, usual, or expected, especially in a way that is undesirable or troubling.

Playfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way.

Present, appearing, or found everywhere, seemingly all at once.

Persisting in existence or in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition.

Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions; tough and adaptable.

Representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.

A pensive sadness, a deep longing or feeling of nostalgic grief without clear cause.

Emitting or reflecting light; bright, shining, and full of radiance.

Fluent, persuasive, and expressive in speech or writing; vividly and movingly effective in conveying meaning.

The occurrence of events by fortunate accident; happy and unexpected coincidence.

Lasting for a very short time; short-lived or transient.

Emitting or reflecting light; bright, radiant, and glowing.

Smooth and sweet-sounding; pleasantly flowing in tone or melody.

Holding firmly to a goal or position and refusing to yield.

Impressive through richly colourful appearance; dazzlingly beautiful.

Calm, peaceful, and untroubled; free from disturbance or agitation.

Filled with or characterized by unrestrained, cheerful energy and enthusiasm; growing or flourishing luxuri…

Too great, extreme, or beautiful to be adequately expressed in words.

The pleasant earthy scent produced when rain falls on dry soil.

A soft continuous murmuring, whispering, or rustling sound.

Something extremely light, thin, and delicate — like fine cobwebs in morning dew.

The realisation that every passing stranger leads a life as vivid and complex as your own.

A Welsh longing for a home you cannot return to, or perhaps never had.

The strange wistfulness of used bookshops, filled with stories and lives already lived.

Relating to a transitional or threshold state; occupying a position between two worlds.

Beautiful thinking; a well-mind characterised by genuine goodwill toward others.

The right, critical, or opportune moment; the perfect time for decisive action.

The philosophical view that only one's own mind is certain to exist.

Arousing spiritual or religious awe; having a strong feeling of the presence of something divine.

Denoting a period of time that was happy, peaceful, and prosperous in the past.

Blissful, delightful, or divinely happy; characteristic of or worthy of Elysium, the paradise of Greek myth…