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ubiquitous Short Definition : being everywhere; omnipresent; N. ubiquity Definition (adj) being present everywhere at once Synonyms : omnipresent

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for ubiquitous it pronu~ like mosquitos which are being everywhere 30

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by sanlee

remember UB Group of Vijaya Malliya. It is present everywhere in India. 24

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by cp.jethani

pronounce it as follows: you(u)+ be(bi)along with me EVERYWHERE until u say+QUIT +TO US...(U+BI+QUIT+TOUS) 11

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by kvsharat

God is ubiqui-tous because he sticks with-us everywhere at-once 2

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by Yank

it pronu~ like mosquitos which are being everywhere 2

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by sanlee

u-b-cautious...before doing sins...beacause god is present everywhere 2

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by shavarna.jiit

universal+mosquito :i.e existing everywhere 1

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by laaptu

u will quit everything to be with us everywhere 1

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by moninder.bhalla

ubiquitous - UBI QUIT OUS(other banks ATM) because they are present everywhere. 1

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by sansecretcp

Ubiquitous is the opposite of absence. 0

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by pushpa_edit

Everywhere u quit us why? 0

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by ksameer_coep

muslims ll say khuda hafiz when greeting their friends. so relate it to god alla. so ubiquitous means god and god is present everywhere. 0

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by arulmozhi

UBI(union bank of india) was asked to quit US because they wre present everywhere and were threatening american banks 0

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by harsha00711

u-bi-quit-ous = Dont QUIT until u r Up and Below and all over (present everywhere)

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by sap

God U bi EVERYWHERE don't quito us :) 0

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by disaster

UBIQUITOUS = UBI (UNITED BANK OF INDIA) + QUIT + O + US; We quit united bank of India becoz it is not present everywhere & join HDFC becoz it is present everywhere in the world. 0

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by shaktipada

ulcer Short Definition : sore place appearing on the skin inside or outside the body; Ex. stomach ulcer; ADJ. ulcerous; V. ulcerate Definition (noun) a circumscribed inflammatory and often suppurating lesion on the skin or an internal mucous surface resulting in necrosis of tissue Synonyms : ulceration

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for ulcer Ulcer and cancer. An ulcer is a form of cancer. 1

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by pushpa_edit

ulterior Short Definition : intentionally hidden; beyond what is evident; situated beyond; unstated and often questionable; Ex. ulterior motive Definition (adj) lying beyond what is openly revealed or avowed (especially being kept in the background or deliberately concealed) Synonyms : subterranean , subterraneous

Example Sentence  

subterranean motives for murder looked too closely for an ulterior purpose in all knowledge

Definition (adj) beyond or outside an area of immediate interest; remote Example Sentence 

a suggestion ulterior to the present discussion



without...any purpose, immediate or ulterior

Definition (adj) coming at a subsequent time or stage Synonyms : later , posterior Example Sentence  

without ulterior argument the mood posterior to

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for ulterior ulterior = ultra + interior which is very much inside means hidden. 43

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by cp.jethani

relate it to exterior which means remote or outside, and has the same meaning as ulterior. 13

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by logic87

ulterior .sounds liks ul - terror seems me to be A terririst group called 'UL' zazira terririst grp.. which are intentionally hidden somewhere in kashmir 6

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by meetrahulkhandelwal

ulterior - wwe fans....! ULTIMATE WARRIOR who is situated beyond other wrestlers and now is hidden, questionable (where is he now?) 3

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by the suspect

Ulterior=Ulta.. Means something happening exactly in the opposite way we expected.. 1

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by lavanya324

Hidden in rear 0

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by sarora45

ULTERIOR = ultra interior; There is magic inside of the hall which is hidden. 0

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by shaktipada

ultimate Short Definition : final; not susceptible to further analysis; fundamental; Ex. The sun is the ultimate source of energy. Definition (noun) the finest or most superior quality of its kind Example Sentence 

the ultimate in luxury

Definition (adj) furthest or highest in degree or order; utmost or extreme

Example Sentence 

the ultimate achievement



the ultimate question



man's ultimate destiny

 

the ultimate insult one's ultimate goal in life

Definition (adj) being the last or concluding element of a series Example Sentence 

the ultimate sonata of that opus



a distinction between the verb and noun senses of `conflict' is that in the verb the stress is on the ultimate (or last) syllable

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for ultimate Ultimate (final) and penultimate (one and only). 2

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by pushpa_edit

ulti+mate is ur wife -> final, not susceptible to further analysis, fundamental for yu 0

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by sansecretcp

ultimatum Short Definition : last demand; last warning; last statement of conditions that must be met; Ex. They have ignored our ultimatum. Definition (noun) a final peremptory demand

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for ultimatum Ultimatum...Utimate + Term (condition). These are the ultimate terms and conditions that have to be met...this is the final ultimatum. 9

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by pushpa_edit

ultimatum - you might have seen the movie Bourne Ultimatum where the protogonist, Bourne, demands for his provenance...and gives last warning for his enemies 2

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by the suspect

ulti + madam = superior madam . think of ur madam in school. she is very strict and WARNS even for silly things. ( haary potters teacher or madam) 1

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by arulmozhi

last demand, last warning, last statement of conditions that must be met to be in hostel all must wash the tea mat um.(ul+t(tea)+mat+um) 1

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by sansecretcp

umbrage Short Definition : resentment; anger; sense of injury or insult; Ex. take umbrage at his rudeness Definition (noun) a feeling of anger caused by being offended Synonyms : offence , offense Example Sentence 

he took offence at my question

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for umbrage notice the last 4 letters...RAGE.And then umbrella =shade, rage=anger and resentment.

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by findktk

umbrage == angrez ..who ruled India for a 100 years were very insulting to the Indians. 46

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by meetrahulkhandelwal

we grew great resentment to Dolores Umbridge:X 18

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by friendofafriend

umbrage= um bra rage. he got a fit of RAGE as she dint undo her BRA = UMBRAGE 6

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by cricketabhi

sounds like curtley EMBROSE , westindies player ..to whom sachin hits 3 sixes in a row and so he is in Umbrage (really angry) 5

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by meetrahulkhandelwal

Umbrage and enrage are similar in sound and both mean, anger. 3

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by pushpa_edit

remeber proff umbridge in harry potter..wasnt she bad,offensive. 1

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by t3rmin4t0r

umbrella rage...when its raining and there are so many umbrellas out that you get poked in the eye...therefore angry and injured! 0

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by rsubs03

someone says something offensive and you say "ummmm" with undertones of rage! 0

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by rsubs03

umbrage -> Umbrella ragging,sense of injury or insult,anger. 0

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by sansecretcp

unaccountable Short Definition : unexplicable; impossible to account for; unreasonable or mysterious Definition (adj) not to be accounted for or explained Synonyms : unexplainable Example Sentence 

perceptible only as unaccountable influences that hinder progress



an unexplainable fear

Definition (adj) free from control or responsibility

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unaccountable unaccountable - you cannot EXPLAIN about the statistics that are not in ACCOUNT 11

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by the suspect

Unaccountable and unintellegible have similar sounds and they both refer to something that cannot be deciphered, the unexplained. 0

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by pushpa_edit

Unaccountable and unintellegible have similar sounds and they both refer to something that cannot be deciphered, the unexplained. 0

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by pushpa_edit

unanimity Short Definition : complete agreement; ADJ. unanimous Definition (noun) everyone being of one mind

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unanimity un+animity(enimity) means no enemy which means agreement or harmony 24

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by cp.jethani

Unanimity and harmony refer to mutual understanding. 1

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by pushpa_edit

unanimity=quality of being unanimous....synonyms:->concurrence consensus concord consent harmony accord unison 1

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by verbal800

unanimity -> un enemity agree all ur terms. 1

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by sansecretcp

unassailable

Short Definition : not open to attack; impregnable; not subject to question Definition (adj) immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with Synonyms : impregnable , inviolable , secure , strong , unattackable Example Sentence 

an impregnable fortress

 

fortifications that made the frontier inviolable a secure telephone connection

Definition (adj) impossible to assail Synonyms : untouchable

Definition (adj) without flaws or loopholes Synonyms : bulletproof , unshakable , watertight Example Sentence 

an ironclad contract

 

a watertight alibi a bulletproof argument

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unassailable a boat can be made to change direction by changing direction of SAIL. so one who is unassailable cannot be changed or questioned or attacked or tampered with.it remains as it it 9

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by dhruv

synonyms:.....incontrovertible authoritative indubitable irrefutable trustworthy unambiguous unequivocal

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by verbal800

(un as sail able)->as sailed long not open to attack, cannot to question. No loop wholes 1

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by sansecretcp

UNASSAILABLE and INVULNERABLE...that cannot be harmed. 0

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by pushpa_edit

assail means to attack so unassailable means unattackable 0

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by berkeley

unassuming Short Definition : modest; Ex. the champion's unassuming manner Definition (adj) not arrogant or presuming Synonyms : retiring Example Sentence 

unassuming to a fault, skeptical about the value of his work



a shy retiring girl

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unassuming assuming means very forward, arrogant. unassuming is opposite of it which is modest. 15

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by cp.jethani

one assume that he has property power a full show off. one who do ont assume is modest sort of down to earth

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by yasha

Unassuming (modest) is the opposite of flaunting (making a show of). 2

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by pushpa_edit

un assume any value for the variable to calculate mod est 1

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by sansecretcp

unbridled Short Definition : violent; uncontrolled; Ex. unbridled rage/greed Definition (adj) not restrained or controlled Synonyms : unchecked , uncurbed , ungoverned Example Sentence 

unbridled rage

 

an unchecked temper ungoverned rage

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unbridled unbridled - bridle is hand gear of horse...imagine if horse is unbridled... it is violent......... 28

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by the suspect

(unbridled ~ un + bride) focus on bride; a bride should be in a husband's control, if not then she is UNBRIDLED (not in control) 10

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by dhruv

unbridle - u can quickly remember bridal or bride and so you think about marriage and barat (where the relatives dance) ... every body was drunk and hence the situation became voilent and uncontrollable.. 6

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by khushi5

UN(not)+BRIDEled(bride means girl on her marriage day)...people who don't have brides are uncontrolled.... 3

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by nileshdive

Some say that even a uncontrollable and violent person will turn to be good once he gets married with bride 2

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by kick_ass

unbridled ===> like a bride. In hindu wedding, the bride at the end suddenly gets a VIOLENT fit n starts crying. 1

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by inflames_v

think of bride and marriage. when ur marital relation gets 'violent' then you un-bride i.e u divorce 1

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by saif_mohmd

un-bridled un-pride without manner, without control. 0

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by it's_me

Unbridled and kindled. His unbridled rage was further kindled by his sister. 0

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by pushpa_edit

bridle means torestrain or curb.so, unbridled means not restrained or violent

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by berkeley

uncanny Short Definition : strange; mysterious; Ex. uncanny knack Definition (adj) suggesting the operation of supernatural influences Synonyms : eldritch , unearthly , weird Example Sentence 

an eldritch screech



the three weird sisters



stumps...had uncanny shapes as of monstrous creatures

 

an unearthly light he could hear the unearthly scream of some curlew piercing the din

Definition (adj) surpassing the ordinary or normal Synonyms : preternatural Example Sentence  

Beyond his preternatural affability there is some acid and some steel his uncanny sense of direction

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for uncanny un + cann(CAN'T).....something which you CAN'T understand and explain, is always mysterious to you. 44

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by preetisoni2411

Uncanny... un + kahi... kuch unkahi, kuch unsuni batein jo dil mein khauf paida kar de, woh UNCANNY (the supernatural) kehlatien hai.

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by pushpa_edit

uncanny=u r nanni(grandmom)...............u r nanni use to tell u uncanny stories of her childhood ehich were very strange and mystrerious.....:)......;) 2

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by verbal800

UNder CANYon ... is a strange, mysterious. 1

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by sansecretcp

Uncanny...un + kahi...kuch unkahi, kuch unsuni batein jo dil mein khauf paida kar de woh UNCANNY (supernatural) kehlati hain. 0

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by pushpa_edit

canyon ... is a mysterious place 0

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by SHAKAL

What is in the can?? It's a mystery. 0

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by shadip  Un+granny…i.e something not explainable by granny is mysterious.. 0

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by nandeesht It is uncanny that the ‘canny’ is not opposite of ‘uncanny’ 0

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by bugmenot

CUNNY means something strange and mysterious 0

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by akshayakshay

unceremonious Short Definition : not done politely without due formalities Definition (adj) without ceremony or formality Synonyms : unceremonial Example Sentence 

an unceremonious speech

Definition (adj) without due formalities Example Sentence 

unceremonious dismissal from office

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unceremonious un+ceremony meaning without ceremony.. doing something without a ceremony ie without formality 11

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by 1.6k

Unceremonious (undignified) and ostentatious (a showy display to impress people)... both words have the same sound and they refer to arrogance. 0

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by pushpa_edit

unconscionable

Short Definition : unscrupulous; not guided by conscience; excessive; beyond reason; Ex. unconscionable demand Definition (adj) lacking a conscience Synonyms : conscienceless Example Sentence 

a conscienceless villain

 

brash, unprincipled, and conscienceless an unconscionable liar

Definition (adj) greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation Synonyms : exorbitant , extortionate , outrageous , steep , usurious Example Sentence 

exorbitant rent



extortionate prices



spends an outrageous amount on entertainment

 

usurious interest rate unconscionable spending

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unconscionable unconscionable is un + conscio + nable...and conscience means to know what is morally acceptable but unconscious means not aware of the acceptable amount and therefore the same as unconscionable. 12

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by prince garg23

Unconscionable is the same as immeasurable... something that is beyond compare... uncomparable. 1

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by pushpa_edit

un(not)+con(considering)+science(logic/reason). so unconscience means beyond reason or not guided by logic(science) 1

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by pradipta863das88

2012 is the end of world is a UN CONdition SCIence report. Not right or reasonable 1

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by sansecretcp

uncouth Short Definition : boorish; clumsy in speech or behavior; outlandish Definition (adj) lacking refinement or cultivation or taste Synonyms : coarse , common , rough-cut , vulgar Example Sentence 

he had coarse manners but a first-rate mind



behavior that branded him as common



an untutored and uncouth human being



an uncouth soldier--a real tough guy

 

appealing to the vulgar taste for violence the vulgar display of the newly rich

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for uncouth UNCOUTH - UN(not)-C(courteous)-OUTH(youth) 22

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by praneeth.palety

UN+Cultured+Youth 16

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by Tapasya

COUTH sounds like COURT so a court always supports ethic. So a person is said UNCOUTH if he does UNETHICAL things something like SOCIALLY UNACCEPTABLE THINGS 3

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by kick_ass

un mouth... (speech - mouth) 1

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by kmr.akhil

sounds like UNCOUCH..a person who doesn't(un) sit on the couch is uncultured.. 1

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by nileshdive

un-COW-th youth herding cows n buffaloes, lives in village hence outlandish, ill mannered 1

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by spacker

Uncouth...uncouth + youth... the uncouth youth, an unrefined, boorish young man. 0

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by pushpa_edit

un mouth ~ jo apna moo na band rakh sakey ~ boorish 0

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by friendofafriend

UN(not) wearing cloth(COUTH) means lacks culture 0

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by s.c.harish

un mouth -> opened the mouth and gave vulgar & clumsy talk. 0

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by sansecretcp

unction Short Definition : the act of anointing with oil; Ex. extreme unction Definition (noun) excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm Synonyms : fulsomeness , smarm

Definition (noun) smug self-serving earnestness Synonyms : fulsomeness , oiliness , oleaginousness , smarminess , unctuousness

Definition (noun) semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation Synonyms : balm , ointment , salve , unguent

Definition (noun) anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual Synonyms : inunction

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unction sounds like function where anointing with oil is done 15

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by lord_slayer

jab junction becomes stiff u have to unction..

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by 1.6k

unction: (f)unction of applying oil to boobs ;) 1

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by coolme

un section(ction) -> undress cit on and apply oil to each section of body. 1

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by sansecretcp

Unction and redemption (saving from sin). 0

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by pushpa_edit

unction rhymes with function, consider a religious function in which generally oil is used for anointment. 0

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by namaskar

unctuous Short Definition : oily; bland; insincerely suave Definition (adj) unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech Synonyms : buttery , fulsome , oily , oleaginous , smarmy , soapy Example Sentence 

buttery praise



gave him a fulsome introduction



an oily sycophantic press agent



oleaginous hypocrisy



smarmy self-importance

 

the unctuous Uriah Heep soapy compliments

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unctuous unctuous -> functuous -> party like ... in parties girls do a lot of oily makeup and try to appear and behave sauve but in my opinion they look and behave in a bland way. 23

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by khushi5

UN CUTE 19

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by bugmenot

(UNCLE CHIPS r UNCTUOUS) 11

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by rakei

untukodam...sticky, oily...!!! 4

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by sravan1411

My UNCLE is unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating in manner or speech TO US. 2

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by odostaples

Unctous and sanctimonous are similar in sound and they mean, hypocritical, insincere. 1

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by pushpa_edit

Word Root:Unctuosus means greasy 1

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by ksameer_coep

un+ctu+ous= un sit ous -> undress made sit ous for oil massage and flatter the angry customer. 1

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by sansecretcp

his unctuous behaviour makes me anxious 0

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by roozbeh33

underlying Short Definition : lying below; fundamental Definition (adj) in the nature of something though not readily apparent Synonyms : implicit in , inherent Example Sentence  

shortcomings inherent in our approach an underlying meaning

Definition (adj) located beneath or below

Definition (adj) being or involving basic facts or principles Synonyms : fundamental , rudimentary Example Sentence 

the fundamental laws of the universe



a fundamental incomatibility between them

 

these rudimentary truths underlying principles

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for underlying Underlying...under + lying...something that is LYING UNDER another material as a support...can be

undermine Short Definition : weaken gradually; sap; dig a mine beneath Definition (verb) destroy property or hinder normal operations Synonyms : counteract , countermine , sabotage , subvert , weaken Example Sentence 

The Resistance sabotaged railroad operations during the war

Definition (verb) hollow out as if making a cave or opening Synonyms : cave Example Sentence 

The river was caving the banks

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for undermine UNDERMINE ....Minining under the earth would GRADUALLY WEAKEN strength of soil and rock 14

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by sunilgandham

undermine = under + mind(e). am loosin confidence or will (mind). so when am loosing confidence i ll work UNDER MY capacity. so undermine = gradually reducing 3

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by arulmozhi

we say to somebody "you are UNDER MY (mine) control" infact we are weakening him...!!! 1

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by sravan1411

undermine+inside mine..the people going inside the mines become weaker as they have to travel long inside the earth 1

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by amarendar

Undermine and mine... in both words, you are refering to ... caving in or making a hollow. 0

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by pushpa_edit

guys vivid meaning for this word has been given in http://www.yourdictionary.com/fiasco#..do refer this 0

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by balaji_pb3

underscore Short Definition : underline; emphasize Definition (noun) a line drawn underneath (especially under written matter) Synonyms : underline

Definition (verb) give extra weight to (a communication) Synonyms : emphasise , emphasize , underline Example Sentence 

Her gesture emphasized her words

Definition (verb) draw a line or lines underneath to call attention to Synonyms : underline

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for underscore underscore means the special character '_' which we use to EMPHASIZE special words. 25

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by peachsun.v

my teacher use to say....UNDERline the important terms in your answer(since it indicates the EMPHASIS of ur answer ) if u wanna SCORE better marks in the final xam.......:) 2

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by verbal800

Low score underscores the need of more effort for more score. 0

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by nupur10000

understate Short Definition : state with less truth than seems warranted by the facts; Ex. He understated the seriousness of the crime; N. understatement; OP. overstate Definition (verb) represent as less significant or important Synonyms : downplay , minimise , minimize

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for understate under(below(less)) + state(significant)= less significant or 6

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by rkavvy29

Understate and seperate... Some of the points in the meeting had been UNDERSTATED, as though, they did not belong, and were SEPERATE (different) from the main issue. 0

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by pushpa_edit

undertaker Short Definition : funeral director; one whose business is to arrange burials Definition (noun) one whose business is the management of funerals Synonyms : funeral director , funeral undertaker , mortician

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for undertaker the undertaker is the one who takes you buried under the ground. 12

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by it's_me

Undertaker... The Undertaker and Pallbearer (one who carries the coffin) together created history in the WWF (World Wrestling Federation, now WWE) fight arena. 5

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by pushpa_edit

undertaker 0

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by [email protected]

unearth Short Definition : dig up; discover (facts) by careful searching; Ex. He unearthed some secrets about her; OP. conceal Definition (verb) bring to light Example Sentence 

The CIA unearthed a plot to kill the President

Definition (verb) recover through digging Synonyms : excavate Example Sentence 

Schliemann excavated Troy



excavate gold

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unearth un(not)+earth the minerals which are not present in surface of earth is find BY DIGGING 3

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by sanlee

unearth- under earth - for learning what is under earth researcher dig up 2

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by Tural

Unearth... The Archeologists UNEARTHED articles WORTH a million from the excavation site. 1

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by pushpa_edit

unearthly Short Definition : not earthly; supernatural; weird; ghostly Definition (adj) concerned with or affecting the spirit or soul Synonyms : spiritual Example Sentence 

a spiritual approach to life



spiritual fulfillment

 

spiritual values unearthly love

Definition (adj) suggesting the operation of supernatural influences Synonyms : eldritch , uncanny , weird Example Sentence 

an eldritch screech



the three weird sisters



stumps...had uncanny shapes as of monstrous creatures

 

an unearthly light he could hear the unearthly scream of some curlew piercing the din

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unearthly unearthly - un+earthly, something that is not on earth is supernatural... 5

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by the suspect

Unearthly has opposing meanings. It can refer to divinity, as well as to the ghostly.

unequivocal Short Definition : plain; clear; obvious Definition (adj) admitting of no doubt or misunderstanding; having only one meaning or interpretation and leading to only one conclusion Synonyms : unambiguous , univocal Example Sentence 

unequivocal evidence



took an unequivocal position



an unequivocal success

 

an unequivocal promise an unequivocal (or univocal) statement

Definition (adj) clearly defined or formulated Synonyms : definitive Example Sentence 

the plain and unequivocal language of the laws

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unequivocal equivocate- using ambiguous lang i.e. unclear unambiguous is not unclear which s clear 3

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by arunprakash

un equip vocal waves heard plain, clear and obvious 3

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by sansecretcp

Unequivocal (clear) is the same as Explicable (something that can be explained). 0

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by pushpa_edit

The singer's VOCALS were unequal to any other. The message in her lyrics was spread clearly without a doubt 0

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by itspossible

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by itspossible

Undoubtedly Equivocal -- Having one clear voice, conclusion etc. 0

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by vocabIsFun

unerringly Short Definition : infallibly; ADJ. unerring: making no mistakes Definition (adv) without making errors Example Sentence 

he unerringly fixed things for us

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unerringly If it is what I think it is, the word stems from error so unerringly - un-error without error, without mistakes. 20

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by it's_me

SYNONYMS:.....unerringly=trustworthy impeccable infallible reliable certain perfect exact 1

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by verbal800

unerringly - un hearing means he will not make mistake. 1

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by sansecretcp

Unerring (making no mistakes), Stumbling (making mistakes, mainly while speaking). 0

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by pushpa_edit

unfiegn: un (not)+ feign is like "pain", feign means pretend, if you feign infornt of someone who admires you it give them a great pain, try to be genuine to them 0

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by vishnavj

unexceptionable Short Definition : entirely acceptable; not offering any basis for criticism Definition (adj) completely acceptable; not open to exception or reproach Synonyms : unimpeachable Example Sentence  

two unexceptionable witnesses a judge's ethics should be unexceptionable

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unexceptionable expections in sofware engg/IT terms is one that has bugs. So unexceptionable is no exceptions i.e bug free code and hence completely agreeable to the client,office 5

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by khushi5

exception is when something is not included in other things, unexceptionable is something that can not be excluded 4

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by friendofafriend

Unexceptionable (flawless), Admirable (something worth admiring, something exceptional). 1

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by pushpa_edit

unfaltering Short Definition : steadfast; firm; not changing Definition (adj) marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable Synonyms : firm , steadfast , steady , stiff , unbendable , unshakable , unwavering Example Sentence 

firm convictions



a firm mouth



steadfast resolve

 

a man of unbendable perseverence unwavering loyalty

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unfaltering Remove 'f' from the word it becomes UNALTERING... Alter is to change so UNFALTERING is not changing or being firm. 43

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by peachsun.v

UN(not)+FALL+ING = Unfaltering => not be able to fall down. 6

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by atiya

Unfaltering and unflinching...both mean... someone that cannot be detered (unwavering). 0

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by pushpa_edit

unfeigned Short Definition : genuine; real Definition (adj) not pretended; sincerely felt or expressed Synonyms : genuine , true Example Sentence 

genuine emotion

 

her interest in people was unfeigned true grief

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unfeigned

un(not)-feigned(fined): you are left unfined if you are HONEST, and this is a GENUINE fact. 26

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by kruthikamurthy

a true love or honest can never be felt or known by anyone.that is unfeeled by anyone 1

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by isabella swan

pronounced as - UNFENED--> UN(not)-fenkna--> no useless talks(fenkna) only GENUINE things.. 1

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by pingu

Unfeigned and undisguised... the truth and not a deception. 0

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by pushpa_edit

un foreign - genuine real Indian product 0

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by sansecretcp

looks like "Un-fake" which makes you real and genuine 0

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by rfouda

unfledged Short Definition : immature; not having the feathers necessary to fly; CF. fledgling Definition (adj) (of birds) not yet having developed feathers Synonyms : immature Example Sentence 

a small unfledged sparrow on the window sill

Definition (adj) (of an arrow) not equipped with feathers Synonyms : fledgeless , unvaned Example Sentence 

shot an unfledged arrow

Definition (adj) young and inexperienced Synonyms : callow , fledgling Example Sentence 

a fledgling enterprise

 

a fledgling skier an unfledged lawyer

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unfledged Fullfledged (in full bloom, mature, complete) is the opposite of unfledged (immature, young, inexperienced). 41

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by pushpa_edit

if u remember fledgeling is a bird ready to fly for the first time, hence unfledged is bird imatture to fly or having no feathers 1

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by friendofafriend

un(not)...fledg relates to (flesh)..ged..(aged)..if ue flesh is not aged.dat means yu r not aged or yu can say..yu r still immature...

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by rubykamboj

unfrock Short Definition : defrock; strip a priest or minister of church authority Definition (verb) divest of the frock; of church officials Synonyms : defrock

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unfrock Priest put on frock. UN(gives negative connotation)+FROCK- so to put off frock. Here if priest put off his frock then the designation that he is holding, gets deprived from him. 10

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by userdce

Unfrock and strike off (the role) mean to be dismissed from the services. 2

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by pushpa_edit

un frock of the priest -> remove the priest from his authority and his frock. 1

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by sansecretcp

ungainly Short Definition : (of someone) awkward in movement; clumsy; (of something) unwieldy; Ex. ungainly dancer/instrument Definition (adj) lacking grace in movement or posture Synonyms : clumsy , clunky , gawky , unwieldy Example Sentence 

a gawky lad with long ungainly legs



clumsy fingers

 

what an ungainly creature a giraffe is heaved his unwieldy figure out of his chair

Definition (adj) difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape Synonyms : awkward , bunglesome , clumsy Example Sentence 

an awkward bundle to carry



a load of bunglesome paraphernalia

 

clumsy wooden shoes the cello, a rather ungainly instrument for a girl

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for ungainly un(means NOT) + GAINly...a model who LACKS GRACE IN HER MOVEMENT OR IF SHE WALKS IN AN AWKWARD manner on the ramp, will NOT GAIN popularity. 12

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by preetisoni2411

un+ gain=> if u gain (increase) in weight then you cant(un) walk gracefully... 11

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by monicathaneer

un - not, won't it be AWKWARD if you do NOT GAIN from something? 4

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by rishib1988

Gait is a manner of walk....UNGAINLY is to walk clumsily 3

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by sandeshgum

un gain energy to walk so walking clumsy or awkward 1

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by sansecretcp

Ungainly and rickety... someone who is unstable on their feet, clumsy. 0

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by pushpa_edit

unguent Short Definition : ointment Definition (noun) semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation Synonyms : balm , ointment , salve , unction

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unguent Ungent if rephrased as urgent can be used as, say, 'There is an urgent need for the ointment (ungent). 12

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by pushpa_edit

ung(body in hindi)+bent(injury) = unguent--> so u need ointment 10

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by SAARANSH

its easy. ointment is a cermony that marks a kid becoming a man. a kid or an UN-GENT. get it? 4

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by friendofafriend

synonyms:.... analgesic, application, balsam, cerate, compound, cream, demulcent, dressing, embrocation, emollient, formula, lotion, medicine, ointment, potion, poultice, preparation, prescription, salve, soother, soothing agent, unction, unguent

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by verbal800

p+Ungent..ointments have pungent smell 2

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by akanksha.sahu

Unguent can be broken as Un+gue...Now in hindi joo is a leech in the hair which causes irritation and itching...So joo can be removed by using an ointment.. 1

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by mohitdia

unguent can be spelt as urgent which means fast.now when a surface is slick or oily any object slides on it with speed.therefore, unguent = urgent = speedy = oily = ointment 0

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by krish007

in hindi "anjan" means a medicine. so u can remember unguent means anjan/ointment 0

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by spacker

anju(unju) ent doctor told to apply ointment in broken tooth. 0

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by sansecretcp

uniformity Short Definition : sameness; monotony; ADJ. uniform: the same all over Definition (noun) a condition in which everything is regular and unvarying

Definition (noun) the quality of lacking diversity or variation (even to the point of boredom)

Synonyms : uniformness

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for uniformity Uniformity and superficiality have the same sounds and they mean, something that does not change, is monotonous. 0

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by pushpa_edit

unilateral Short Definition : one-sided; involving or affecting only one side; Ex. unilateral declaration Definition (adj) involving only one part or side Synonyms : one-sided Example Sentence 

unilateral paralysis



a unilateral decision

Definition (adj) tracing descent from either the paternal or the maternal line only

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unilateral Unilateral and Bilateral have the same sounds but they are opposite in meaning. Unilateral means to involve one part while bilateral is the involvement of two parties. 5

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by pushpa_edit

lateral means side. 0

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by friendofafriend

unimpeachable Short Definition : that cannot be impeached; beyond doubt or question; blameless and exemplary Definition (adj) beyond doubt or reproach Example Sentence 

an unimpeachable source

Definition (adj) free of guilt; not subject to blame Synonyms : blameless , inculpable , irreproachable Example Sentence 

has lived a blameless life

 

of irreproachable character an unimpeachable reputation

Definition (adj) completely acceptable; not open to exception or reproach Synonyms : unexceptionable Example Sentence  

two unexceptionable witnesses a judge's ethics should be unexceptionable

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unimpeachable un+im+peach+able. peach sounds like "bleach" which means to whiten or to increase glow. so impeach means to decrease glow or accuse. so unimpeach means peach which is whiten or increasing glow or not accusing. having no doubts.

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by cp.jethani

: impeach means to doubt or question, unimpeachable means that cannot be doubted 6

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by nikhilparasher

to PREACH is to BLAME some one or lecture them. so "unimPEACHable" is the antonym. 3

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by jahnavi89

UNIM(not)+SPEAKABLE....when you cannot speak about a thing, its beyond question 3

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by nileshdive

IF u eat peach there will be stain on ur shirt so question raised.Thus unimpeachable means no question raised i.e blameless 3

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by tapobratabag

Un+I+M+PEEachable, I haven't pee over there ao I am blameless 1

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by animator

Unimpeachable and infallible sound the same and they both mean, incapable of being wrong, blameless. 0

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by pushpa_edit

UMPIREs are unimpechable 0

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by userdce

uninhibited Short Definition : unrepressed; free in behavior and feelings Definition (adj) not inhibited or restrained Example Sentence 

uninhibited exuberance

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for uninhibited UN(not)INHIBIT(to put down by force or authority).....thus uninhibited means free in behaviour and feelings or unrestrained 7

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by lebshah

Uninhibited and liberated have similar sounds and they both mean, unrestrained. 4

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by pushpa_edit

unique Short Definition : without an equal; single in kind Definition (adj) radically distinctive and without equal Synonyms : alone , unequaled , unequalled , unparalleled Example Sentence 

he is alone in the field of microbiology



this theory is altogether alone in its penetration of the problem



Bach was unique in his handling of counterpoint



craftsmen whose skill is unequaled

 

unparalleled athletic ability a breakdown of law unparalleled in our history

Definition (adj) (followed by `to') applying exclusively to a given category or condition or locality Example Sentence 

a species unique to Australia

Definition (adj) the single one of its kind Synonyms : singular Example Sentence 

a singular example



the unique existing example of Donne's handwriting

 

a unique copy of an ancient manuscript certain types of problems have unique solutions

Definition (adj) highly unusual or rare but not the single instance Example Sentence 

spoke with a unique accent



had unique ability in raising funds

 

a frankness unique in literature a unique dining experience

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unique Unique and Alike are opposite words. While unique means something original, alike refers to something that is similar. 1

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by pushpa_edit

unison Short Definition : unity of pitch (in musical performance); complete accord; Ex. The choir sang in unison. Definition (noun) corresponding exactly Example Sentence 

marching in unison

Definition (noun) occurring together or simultaneously Example Sentence 

the two spoke in unison

Definition (noun) (music) two or more sounds or tones at the same pitch or in octaves Example Sentence 

singing in unison

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unison UNI for same; SON (comes from SONUS=SOUND) 13

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by [email protected]

Unity of sound is unison(means harmony) 6

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by Tapasya

Unison and Union have similar sounds and they both mean, to be in harmony. 2

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by pushpa_edit

a parent with 2 sons have a lot of quarrels at home. 2 sons never get along, no harmony, no accord. suppose a parent talks to another parent with uni + son ! only 1 son? Total accordance 2

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by friendofafriend

SYNONYMS:.....UNISON=conjunction cooperation reciprocity accordance agreement community alliance 1

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by verbal800

Union(unison) people shout together for a strike. 0

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by sansecretcp

universal Short Definition : characterizing or affecting all; general; present everywhere; of the universe; cosmic; Ex. universal agreement; Ex. a subject of universal interest Definition (noun) (linguistics) a grammatical rule (or other linguistic feature) that is found in all languages Synonyms : linguistic universal

Definition (noun) (logic) a proposition that asserts something of all members of a class Synonyms : universal proposition

Definition (noun) a behavioral convention or pattern characteristic of all members of a particular culture or of all human beings Example Sentence 

some form of religion seems to be a human universal

Definition (noun) coupling that connects two rotating shafts allowing freedom of movement in all directions Synonyms : universal joint Example Sentence 

in motor vehicles a universal joint allows the driveshaft to move up and down as the vehicle passes over bumps

Definition (adj) of worldwide scope or applicability Synonyms : cosmopolitan , ecumenical , general , oecumenical , world-wide , worldwide Example Sentence 

an issue of cosmopolitan import

 

the shrewdest political and ecumenical comment of our time universal experience

Definition (adj) applicable to or common to all members of a group or set Example Sentence 

the play opened to universal acclaim



rap enjoys universal appeal among teenage boys

Definition (adj) adapted to various purposes, sizes, forms, operations Example Sentence 

universal wrench

 

universal chuck universal screwdriver

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for universal Universal and General sound the same and both words refer to something that is present everywhere, is common. 0

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by pushpa_edit

unkempt Short Definition : disheveled; uncared for in appearance; not combed; CF. comb Definition (adj) not neatly combed Example Sentence 

wild unkempt hair

Definition (adj) not properly maintained or cared for Example Sentence 

an unkempt garden

 

native vistas and unkempt rambling paths an ukempt appearance

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unkempt Drop the 'm' from unkempt. It becomes 'UNKEPT'...UN+KEPT, something not kept properly or maintained like hair. or someone who is dowdy, untamed. 33

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by pushpa_edit

remember JUSTIN KEMP South Afrcian cricket player...whose hair r always untidy...... 5

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by rahulbest

remember kemp fort in bangalore. it was very well maintained. now a mall is being built at that place and they have unkempt it. 3

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by cp.jethani

un tempt girl, uncared for her appearance & not combed. 1

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by sansecretcp

Kempt sound close to combed so unkempt is uncombed, shabby. 0

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by priyavanjeri un+kempt—kempt means neat and tidy, unkempt means the opposite 0

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by nikhilparasher

unmitigated Short Definition : (of something bad) not moderated; unrelieved or immoderate; without qualification; absolute; Ex. unmitigated disaster Definition (adj) not diminished or moderated in intensity or severity; sometimes used as an intensifier Example Sentence



unmitigated suffering

 

an unmitigated horror an unmitigated lie

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unmitigated unmitigate - mitigate means relieve (from pain) unmitigate is unrelievable... 7

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by the suspect

un = unlimited.. mitti = sand.. sand is unlimited in amount on earth.so unlimited mitti 1

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by natashajindal

Unmitigated and Detonated are used in the context of something violent. 1

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by pushpa_edit

Un mitigated -> un qualified to enter MITI Gate. 1

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by sansecretcp

unobtrusive Short Definition : inconspicuous; not blatant Definition (adj) not obtrusive or undesirably noticeable Synonyms : unnoticeable Example Sentence 

a quiet, unobtrusive life of self-denial

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unobtrusive

something obtruding/protruding will be noticeable, UN(not)OBSTRUSIVE( undesirably noticeable) is unnoticeable and not blatant 19

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by wingdeng

Unobtrusive and Attractive are opposite words. While unobtrusive means, not making oneself or itself noticed, attractive refers to something that pulls your attention towards itself. 3

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by pushpa_edit

unobtrusive - un obstruct attention or not attracting attention. 1

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by sansecretcp

UNOBSTRUCIVE-un(Abstruse) abstruse is some obscure.. profound,, not clear ... which is its not Blatantly visible 0

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by NelsonNishanth

unprecedented Short Definition : having no previous example; novel; unparalleled Definition (adj) having no precedent; novel Example Sentence 

an unprecedented expansion in population and industry

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unprecedented UN(not)..PRECEDE(event occured in past)...so unprecedented means something which has never occured in past or it is novel 13

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by lebshah

un (not) precede(proceed...so we generally proceed with math problems with an eg..its something like not proceed with previous example 3

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by nihari309

un+preced+ent+ed -> Never went to ent before or known before. 1

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by sansecretcp

Unprecedented and Repeated are rhyming words but they have opposite meanings. Unprecedented means something novel or unique, while repeated means something that happens again and again. 0

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by pushpa_edit

unprepossessing Short Definition : unattractive Definition (adj) creating an unfavorable or neutral first impression Synonyms : unpresentable

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unprepossessing split it as un+possessing. something which you dont want to possess is unattractive. 14

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by hariprasads89

unprepossesing ~ not worth possesing 2

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by friendofafriend

Un+prepossessing.....If you do not use prepositions properly in your writing it will be unattractive.

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by fnashid

un+proposing.... noone would ever propose to a girl who is unattractive/unpresentable.(No offence pls) 1

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by Tapasya

If you attract to anything,you will try to preposses it than someone else try before. If it is un(not)+prepossessing means you had not attracted to it. 1

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by nataraj_mnemonic

Unprepossessing and Imposing have similar sounds. Unprepossessing (unattractive) is the opposite of Imposing (impressive). 0

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by pushpa_edit

unprepossessing - focus on 'pre'. If you do not possess some quality or the other before you meet somebody, you cant make good first impression 0

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by shalnew

unravel Short Definition : disentangle; solve Definition (verb) become or cause to become undone by separating the fibers or threads of Synonyms : unknot , unpick , unscramble , untangle Example Sentence 

unravel the thread

Definition (verb) disentangle

Synonyms : ravel , ravel out Example Sentence 

can you unravel the mystery?

Definition (verb) become undone Synonyms : run Example Sentence 

the sweater unraveled

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unravel UnREVEAL, so reveal a mystery. 13

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by animator

unravel~ travel ; the archeologists who TRAVEL around the world to un-entangle/solve the mysteries of human evolution and socialization! 7

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by khushi5

un gravel-> removing sad from small stones SOLVE by a sand filter. 1

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by sansecretcp

Unravel (disentangle) and Muddle (to mix up) are rhyming words with opposite meanings. 0

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by pushpa_edit

unregenerate Short Definition : making no attempt to change one's bad practices Definition (adj) tenaciously unwilling or marked by tenacious unwillingness to yield Synonyms : obstinate , stubborn

Definition (adj) not reformed morally or spiritually Synonyms : unregenerated Example Sentence  

unregenerate human nature unregenerate conservatism

Definition (adj) unrepentant and incapable of being reformed Synonyms : unreformable Example Sentence 

an unregenerate criminal

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unregenerate sorry if offends ~~ our body has a mechanism of regenerating semen whenever it leaves the body, some people will use this property to their advantage and not try n put a stop to their masturbating habit. hence they become unregene 11

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by friendofafriend

Unregenerate and Desecrate are rhyming words which mean impiety, sacrilege. 1

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by pushpa_edit

un regenerate a person so making no attempt to change one from bad practices 1

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by sansecretcp

unrequited Short Definition : not requited; not reciprocated; Ex. unrequited love Definition (adj) not returned in kind Synonyms : unanswered , unreciprocated Example Sentence 

unrequited (unanswered) love

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unrequited Requim for a dream movie ... like that obly .. un-answered or no action for the dream .. u can relate like this 15

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by jahnavi89

UN(not)RE(return)QUITed........means NOT RETURNED after quiting the relationship 6

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by lebshah

unrequited~uncommitted - an uncommitted person quits the relationship without giving back as much ... 3

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by khushi5

where teacher is saying all students ,jiska file check howa they can quit from here bubt jina unrequited hai plz dont quit from here 2

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by sybarite

unrequited-> not re quitting job, not reciprocating for his lover quited. 1

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by sansecretcp

Unrequited and Unrewarded are similar in sound and they both mean, not returned. 0

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by pushpa_edit

unrequited->similar to unrequired which means not required..when you dont require feelings..they are not reciprocated 0

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by Ani

unruly Short Definition : disobedient; lawless; difficult to control Definition (adj) noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline Synonyms : boisterous , rambunctious , robustious , rumbustious Example Sentence 

a boisterous crowd



a social gathering that became rambunctious and out of hand



a robustious group of teenagers

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beneath the rumbustious surface of his paintings is sympathy for the vulnerability of ordinary human

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beings an unruly class

Definition (adj) unwilling to submit to authority

Synonyms : disobedient Example Sentence 

unruly teenagers

Definition (adj) of persons Synonyms : indocile , uncontrollable , ungovernable Example Sentence 

the little boy's parents think he is spirited, but his teacher finds him unruly

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unruly UN(no)RULY(rules).....someone who follow NO RULES.... 5

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by lebshah

UN + RULY can be taken as something or someone who does not follow any norms (rules). 1

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by pushpa_edit

u cannot rule the person and tell him what is right and what is wrong. basically very illmannered. 0

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by natashajindal

unsavory Short Definition : distasteful; disagreeable; morally offensive; Ex. unsavory activity/reputation Definition (adj) morally offensive

Synonyms : offensive , unsavoury Example Sentence 

an unsavory reputation



an unsavory scandal

Definition (adj) not pleasing in odor or taste Synonyms : distasteful , unsavoury

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unsavory savor means taste,hence unsavor means distasteful. 8

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by Tapasya

unsavory ~ un + save ~ not save; to save someones life is morally correct but to unsave (not save) someones life is morally offensive 3

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by natashajindal

unsavor sounds like unscrupulous 1

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by SHAKAL

unsavory -> un savorite samyya is distasteful and disagreeable yo be tasty. 1

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by sansecretcp

unscathed Short Definition : unharmed; Ex. escape the accident unscathed

Definition (adj) not injured Synonyms : unharmed , unhurt , whole

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unscathed UN(no)SCAR.........if in an accident you got no scars then its obvious u are UNHARMED 22

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by lebshah

scathed sounds like scared. If you are unscared you are unharmed. 14

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by cp.jethani

UN SCAR 4

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by usairforce1985

Unscathed and Unmarred are similar because they both mean, to get away from disaster unhurt, without a scratch. 2

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by pushpa_edit

un scattered and escaped from the accident unharmed. 1

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by sansecretcp

unseemly Short Definition : unbecoming; not proper in behavior; indecent; Ex. leave with unseemly haste Definition (adj) not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society Synonyms : indecent , indecorous , unbecoming , uncomely , untoward Example Sentence

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was buried with indecent haste

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indecorous behavior



language unbecoming to a lady

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unseemly to use profanity moved to curb their untoward ribaldry

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unseemly UN+SEEM- does not seem normal or proper in behavior 14

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by userdce

un seemly-> seeing me undress and becoming indecent. 1

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by sansecretcp

sounds like "uncomely" which is not pleasing means improper behavior 0

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by cp.jethani

Unseemly - something that is UGLY, indecent, ungainly. 0

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by pushpa_edit

unsightly Short Definition : ugly; unpleasant to look at Definition (adj) unpleasant to look at Example Sentence 

unsightly billboards

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unsightly concentrate on sight means to see. unsightly means can't like to see if it is ugly. 6

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by nataraj_mnemonic

un+sightly -> ugly, unpleasant to look. 1

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by sansecretcp

Unsightly and Ungainly refer to something ungraceful, ugly. 0

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by pushpa_edit

SYNONYMS:.....unsightly=disagreeable unattractive lackluster unpleasant repulsive revolting hideous 0

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by verbal800

unsullied Short Definition : untarnished; CF. sully Definition (adj) spotlessly clean and fresh Example Sentence 

the unsullied snow of mountains

Definition (adj) (of reputation) free from blemishes Synonyms : stainless , unstained , untainted , untarnished Example Sentence 

his unsullied name



an untarnished reputation

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unsullied Unsullied and Unsoiled have a similar meaning, something spotlessly clean, spick and span. 21

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by pushpa_edit

sullied=insult ; so unsullied free from insult/blame/spots. 2

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by Tasmuna

sulli sounds sadii = "kharab",so unsullied means untarnished,stainless,clear! 1

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by SAARANSH

un sull ied - spotlessly clean and fresh 0

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by sansecretcp

untenable Short Definition : (of a position, esp. in an argument) indefensible; not able to be maintained Definition (adj) (of theories etc) incapable of being defended or justified Synonyms : indefensible

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for untenable a child un(der) ten not able defense himself they need parents maintenance (under+ten+not able) 48

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by Tural

un-TEN(et)-able ..if you donot follow the tenets (rules), then you cannot defend yourself.. 13

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by wingdeng

UN[NOT] 'Under' TEN[Years] ABLE You Are An Adult[18] So You're INDEFENSIBLE... 2

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by rohan_1985

Unable to put a tent around to protect. 2

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by Rodeokinney

un + tenable. tenants are tenable if you can maintain them, so untenable means unmaintainable 0

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by cp.jethani

Untenable and Pregnable are rhyming words with a similar meaning, which is, defenceless. 0

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by pushpa_edit

Unattainable things are so sought after they are untenable. 0

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by anujpathania

un(main)tenable... so somethin untenable is un-maintain-able 0

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by saif_mohmd

Untenable = unt + enable; It is not possible to enable it. 0

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by shaktipada

untenable - cannot eve n maintain ten soldiers to protect, indefensible or not able to be maintained.

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by sansecretcp

untoward Short Definition : unexpected and adverse; unfortunate or unlucky; Ex. untoward encounter Definition (adj) not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society Synonyms : indecent , indecorous , unbecoming , uncomely , unseemly Example Sentence 

was buried with indecent haste

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indecorous behavior



language unbecoming to a lady

 

unseemly to use profanity moved to curb their untoward ribaldry

Definition (adj) contrary to your interests or welfare Synonyms : adverse , inauspicious Example Sentence  

adverse circumstances made a place for themselves under the most untoward conditions

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for untoward conditions which are not towards me are ==> untoward 73

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by amanjain

my bike was TOWed and that was unfortunate.

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by prannoy.kothari

(unto)undo+(ward)word= if something in document is contrary to ur interest u will just undo those words. 1

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by preetisoni2411

Untoward - ill-timed, an unexpected happening. 0

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by pushpa_edit

unwarranted Short Definition : unjustified; having no justification; groundless; baseless; undeserved Definition (adj) incapable of being justified or explained Synonyms : indefensible , insupportable , unjustifiable , unwarrantable

Definition (adj) without a basis in reason or fact Synonyms : baseless , groundless , idle , unfounded , wild Example Sentence 

baseless gossip



the allegations proved groundless



idle fears

 

unfounded suspicions unwarranted jealousy

Definition (adj) lacking justification or authorization

Synonyms : undue , unjustified Example Sentence 

desire for undue private profit

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unwarranted limitations of personal freedom

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unwarranted i got a mobile without a warranty and that was unjustified. 8

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by prannoy.kothari

remeber arrest warrant:in movies police can arrest a villan only with justified reason or evidence otherwise the villan will rule out police words as baseless 3

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by kick_ass

when i broke the video game it was in warranty, so i take it to the shop asking for a refund, and they say its unwarranted. that was SOOOO unfair :( 1

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by friendofafriend

if a police raids someones house without a warrant it is unjustified and hence unwarranted 1

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by jaipreetgre

Unwarranted and Invalid have somewhat similar sounds and they mean, illogical, unjustified. 0

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by pushpa_edit

without warrant::unjustified 0

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by SHAKAL

unwieldy Short Definition : awkward (to carry or move); cumbersome; unmanageable Definition (adj) difficult to use or handle or manage because of size or weight or shape Synonyms : unmanageable Example Sentence  

we set about towing the unwieldy structure into the shelter almost dropped the unwieldy parcel

Definition (adj) difficult to work or manipulate Example Sentence 

unwieldy rules and regulations

Definition (adj) lacking grace in movement or posture Synonyms : clumsy , clunky , gawky , ungainly Example Sentence 

a gawky lad with long ungainly legs

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clumsy fingers

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what an ungainly creature a giraffe is heaved his unwieldy figure out of his chair

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unwieldy un+wieldy...WIELD(y) rhymes with WELD...that which can be WELDED is easily changeable or MANAGEABLE. so WIELDY is EASILY MANAGEABLE. and unwieldy is the opposite

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by nikki123

un-yeildy = not yeilding = unmanagable 2

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by friendofafriend

u might want to UNload those unmanageable groceries w/ a WIEL-(wheel)-barrel 1

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by kayla2010

un+wieldy(yeild,field) ->Difficult to carry or manage because of size, shape, weight, or complexity. 1

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by sansecretcp

Unwieldy and Lumpy, mean something heavy, cumbersome. 0

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by pushpa_edit

Unwieldy---un+wield(near to wild)+y--anything wild or awkward looking thing is unwieldy. 0

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by editor2

if iron (suppose a gun) is not welded properly it will look awkward 0

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by friendofafriend

Anything with a Wheel can be easily moved and managed. Unwieldy ~~ Unwheely - difficult to manage 0

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by lexiconner

unwitting

Short Definition : not knowing; unaware; unintentional; Ex. She was their unwitting accomplice; Ex. unwitting insult; CF. wit: know Definition (adj) not done with purpose or intent Synonyms : unintentional , unplanned Example Sentence 

an unintended slight

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an unintentional pun

 

the offense was unintentional an unwitting mistake may be overlooked

Definition (adj) not aware or knowing Example Sentence 

an unwitting subject in an experiment

Definition (adj) unaware because of a lack of relevant information or knowledge Synonyms : ignorant , unknowing , unknowledgeable Example Sentence 

he was completely ignorant of the circumstances

 

an unknowledgeable assistant his rudeness was unwitting

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unwitting wit is knowledge. Witting means knowing something.UN(not)WITTING(knowing something) 31

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by cp.jethani

UNWITTING UNWILLING 5

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by cpinedo

Unwitting and Discerning are similar in sound but opposite in meaning. While unwitting means ignorant, discerning means to perceive with the mind or senses (only someone clever has the power to think). 0

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by pushpa_edit

made witty remark un intentional and not knowing he is ur friend 0

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by sansecretcp

unwonted Short Definition : unaccustomed; unusual; Ex. He arrived with unwonted punctuality. Definition (adj) out of the ordinary Example Sentence 

an unwonted softness in her face

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for unwonted WONTED=WANTED... name of salman khans film.....but if its sequel is named UNWONTED ,now that shall be UNCUSTOMARY=UNUSUAL...; ) 9

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by verbal800

Something that you Wont do - unusual 5

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by ank_85

unwonted - u are not accustomed to something that is unwanted... r u?

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by the suspect

Something that you WONT do... usually 2

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by ank_85

Unwonted along with Unexpected refers to something unusual. 1

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by pushpa_edit

wonted sounds like "wanted" which is necessity of everyone and usual in their life. so unwonted means unusual. 1

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by cp.jethani

UNWANTED..people of some villages didn't WANT short clothes because it was not customary 1

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by nileshdive

imagine a person who gets everything he wants in life. now if something unwanted happens. it will be an unusual predicament for him 0

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by friendofafriend

un wont(custom or habit)-> uncustomed 0

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by sansecretcp

upbraid Short Definition : reprimand; severely scold Definition (verb) express criticism towards Synonyms : reproach

Example Sentence 

The president reproached the general for his irresponsible behavior

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for upbraid elders criticize severely if their girls UP their BRA 61

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by sharathchandra

braid means hairdo(hairstyle). upbraid means destroy hairdo. In hindi baal khinchna. If teacher rebukes or scolds you, he/she pulls your hair. 20

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by cp.jethani

It has the word raid in it , it implies when sm1 raids your house and finds black money , u will be scolded very badly 14

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by cyli

up + bra : girls dont do it here or .. 4

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by sukhoyash

ladki ki choti kheechna is extremely reprimanded 2

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by friendofafriend

upBRAID. Relate BRAID with BRIDE. When you catch up a bride who's eloped, you scold her severly and reprimand her. 2

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by saketh.theerdha

Upbraid and Deprecate have somewhat similar meanings. The words mean, express disapproval of, reprimand. 1

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by pushpa_edit

A BRAID(plait) is a pattern formed by intertwining three or more strands of flexible material such as textile fibres, wire, or human hair so u r asking a girl to lift her braid (upbraid)tie up over n ask her to walk mean(criticize 1

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by kundana.shrali

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by nileshdive

give up bribe above the bike openly so policeman severely scolded him 1

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by sansecretcp

UPper class people often faces RAIDS.... 0

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by Salman

Up(coming) + raid ; If someone comes to raid ur house, you will first try to scold or Critize him, to woo him off.. 0

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by Gregarious

upright Short Definition : (sitting or standing) straight up; honest; moral Definition (noun) a vertical structural member as a post or stake Synonyms : vertical Example Sentence

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the ball sailed between the uprights

Definition (noun) a piano with a vertical sounding board Synonyms : upright piano

Definition (adj) in a vertical position; not sloping Synonyms : unsloped Example Sentence 

an upright post

Definition (adj) of moral excellence Synonyms : good , just Example Sentence 

a genuinely good person

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a just cause an upright and respectable man

Definition (adj) upright in position or posture Synonyms : erect , vertical Example Sentence

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an erect stature

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erect flower stalks

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for a dog, an erect tail indicates aggression

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a column still vertical amid the ruins he sat bolt upright

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for upright Upright....UP(stand) and RIGHT(means who is always correct,honest)....tht is upright 2

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by dhaknejyoti

Upright has the same meaning as Honest. 0

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by pushpa_edit

Does anyone know wedding vows or DU HAST song by RAmmstein? it says: Will you until death separates you be upright to her forever! Never! Never!! 0

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by punit.1990

uproar Short Definition : noisy confusion Definition (noun) a state of commotion and noise and confusion Synonyms : garboil , tumult , tumultuousness

Definition (noun) loud confused noise from many sources Synonyms : brouhaha , hubbub , katzenjammer

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for uproar hearing up roar sound of lion we are confused 1

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by sansecretcp

UP + ROAR. When the roar of the lion goes up (roars loudly), there is great commotion among the other animals. 0

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by pushpa_edit

uproarious Short Definition : marked by commotion or uproar; very noisy (esp. with laughter); hilarious; causing loud laughter; extremely funny Definition (adj) uncontrollably noisy Synonyms : rackety , rip-roaring

Definition (adj) marked by or causing boisterous merriment or convulsive laughter Synonyms : hilarious , screaming Example Sentence 

hilarious broad comedy

 

a screaming farce uproarious stories

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for uproarious uproarious has ROAR, sound made by Lion which always comes b4 TOM AND JERRY starts....its a show marked by commotion,fun,laughter and is sometimes noisy............; )

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by verbal800

uproarious has ROAR, sound made by Lion & its very loud & noisy. 4

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by gunjanshah

Uproarious and Boisterous are rhyming words which means cheerfully noisy. 3

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by pushpa_edit

UPROARIOUS : provoking loud noise or uproar 1

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by amitsinghjiit

upshot Short Definition : outcome; final result Definition (noun) a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon Synonyms : consequence , effect , event , issue , outcome , result Example Sentence 

the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise

 

his decision had depressing consequences for business he acted very wise after the event

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for upshot upshot - when yuvraj aims a shot up (upshot), it comes out (outcome) of the stadium 14

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by the suspect

The police fired shots up in the air, the outcome was that the mobs dispersed..

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by amolge

Imagine a bar suddenly police in mufti saw a criminal they fired UPSHOT then all people stated screaming CAME OUT of the bar 2

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by kick_ass

Sachin (Indian cricketer) hit a shot in the air, the outcome of which was a six... and a win 0

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by cp.jethani

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by friendofafriend

up+shot-> final result, outcome 0

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by sansecretcp

urbane Short Definition : suave; refined in manner; elegant Definition (adj) showing a high degree of refinement and the assurance that comes from wide social experience Synonyms : polished , refined , svelte Example Sentence 

his polished manner

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maintained an urbane tone in his letters

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for urbane Urban(e)- people living in urban areas generally have refined social experience.

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by Goks

urban areas are refined,polished n sophisticated 4

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by laaptu

When you think Urbanity think justifiable vanity or someone who's refined. 1

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by Yank

Urbane... In an Urban society people are more sophisticated and refined (urbane) as compared to the simple rural folk. 0

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by pushpa_edit

urbane people love to eat things which are cooked in refined oil 0

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by aparajita

urbane= karan johar;-) 0

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by Sweety7

urchin Short Definition : mischievous child (usually a boy); CF. urchin: hedgehog; CF. porcupine: pig with spikes ?; CF. sea urchin Definition (noun) poor and often mischievous city child

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for urchin

urchin..sounds like ariching which means shouting in telugu..so a mischevious child shouts n screams 4 silly reasons.. 15

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by Ani

urchin:can be considered as sinCHAN=the small naughty japanese boy 7

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by elixir

Look 'urCHin' as 'church in'. Remember in our hindi movie story, where someone who is too poor to feed the child, usually leaves the child outside 'CHURCH' hence 'urchin'. 5

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by gunjanshah

in film sachin (vijay hero), the sachin is a mischievious character. 3

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by arulmozhi

urCHIN =CHINTU --The mischievious child from CHINTU Jokes 3

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by baseguitar

urchin=sachin tendulkar who was a very MICHIEVOUS CHILD as he never use to study..only use to play cricket....;) 3

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by verbal800

Ur(fly) chal(lets go) -- Lets fly. Sounds like the words of a mischievous child. 1

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by subhasish

urchin = your chain is stolen by poor road homeless boy.

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by shaktipada

Urchin ("adhchan" hindi meaning hindrance) -Poor child has to face many hindrances in his path to prosperity. 0

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by userdce

Urchin (a mischievous child) - Nuisance (annoying). A mischievous child is often a great nuisance to everyone. 0

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by pushpa_edit

urchin -rhymes with sachin imagine that sachin was a poor mischevous boy playing cricket and breaking other windows haphazardly 0

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by santosh pokhrel

orbachin 0

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by divine_sword

ur+chin na(chinna -small in tamil) boy is mischievous 0

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by sansecretcp

urge Short Definition : drive or force forward (by causing impulses); drive to take action; impel; entreat earnestly; Ex. urge horses; N: impulse that prompts action Definition (noun) an instinctive motive Synonyms : impulse Example Sentence

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profound religious impulses

Definition (noun) a strong restless desire Synonyms : itch Example Sentence 

why this urge to travel?

Definition (verb) force or impel in an indicated direction Synonyms : exhort , press , urge on Example Sentence 

I urged him to finish his studies

Definition (verb) push for something Synonyms : advocate , recommend Example Sentence 

The travel agent recommended strongly that we not travel on Thanksgiving Day

Definition (verb) spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts Synonyms : barrack , cheer , exhort , inspire , pep up , root on , urge on

Example Sentence 

The crowd cheered the demonstrating strikers

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for urge u+r+ge— u+gre my teacher FORCEFULLY PERSUADED me to get good score in GRE 1

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by nikhilparasher

Urge on or Egg on means to motivate somebody. 0

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by pushpa_edit

"arji" or "aroj kora" 0

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by divine_sword

urgent Short Definition : compelling immediate action; pressing; persistent; importunate; Ex. urgent in his demands Definition (adj) compelling immediate action Synonyms : pressing Example Sentence 

too pressing to permit of longer delay

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the urgent words `Hurry! Hurry!' bridges in urgent need of repair

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for urgent Urgent and Instant are rhyming words and they mean, something that needs to be done hastily, needs immediate attention.

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by pushpa_edit

ursine Short Definition : bearlike; pertaining to a bear Definition (adj) of or relating to or similar to bears

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for ursine FELINE-CAT like : CANINE-DOG like:EQUINE-HORSE like: so URSINE : BEAR like 16

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by krazykunzi

urine looks like beer ~ bear 13

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by friendofafriend

Ursine.... The MAJOR URSULA (a star formation) or better known as THE GREAT BEAR has a bear shaped star formation. 10

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by pushpa_edit

when i asked Inzamam Ul Haq "Sir, UR SINE please(autograph please)"...he gave me a BEAR LIKE look as if he didnot understand what i said to him............:) 7

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by verbal800

when i asked Inzamam Ul Haq "Sir, ur sine please(autograph please)"...he gave me a BEAR LIKE look as if he didnot understand what i said to him............:) 3

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by verbal800

ursus means 'bear". ursula means "she bear" 0

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by cp.jethani

urine look like bear 0

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by friendofafriend

ur sign of action is like bear-> ursine 0

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by sansecretcp

usage Short Definition : act or manner of using; accepted practice; way in which words are actually used Definition (noun) the act of using Synonyms : employment , exercise , use , utilisation , utilization Example Sentence 

he warned against the use of narcotic drugs

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skilled in the utilization of computers

Definition (noun) accepted or habitual practice Synonyms : custom , usance

Definition (noun) the customary manner in which a language (or a form of a language) is spoken or written Example Sentence

 

English usage a usage borrowed from French

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for usage USAGE - USE + AGE. It is being used for ages now, a custom that has not changed at all. 0

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by pushpa_edit

usurp Short Definition : seize another's power or rank (without legal authority); supplant; appropriate; N. usurpation; CF. take for one's own use Definition (verb) seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession Synonyms : arrogate , assume , seize , take over Example Sentence 

He assumed to himself the right to fill all positions in the town

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he usurped my rights She seized control of the throne after her husband died

Definition (verb) take the place of Example Sentence 

gloom had usurped mirth at the party after the news of the terrorist act broke

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for usurp us(e)+ur+p(ower) 55

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by jahnavi89

usurp - If I make use of your power forcefully then I am usurping. 16

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by it's_me

its "US" not "UR" "P"roperty..take by force or as one's possession 8

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by ArDoR

u r surp(snake)..so u always seize another power 7

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by SHAKAL

may sound like HARPna (appropriate) 2

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by userdce

Sounds like User UP.Your rights of user are SEIZED FORCEFULLY by hacker. 1

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by ksameer_coep

U(use) + surp(Surf excel) >> by using surf (its dirt removing force), u will seize the kingdom of or kill germs and bacteria and dirt on clothes... 1

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by RajeshBorkar

Usurp and swoop. You swoop down (attack) on someone and take possesion of his powers (usurp). 0

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by pushpa_edit

The US (united States) like to take other country by force 0

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by saurabhkumar87

Upset: He upset my plans to usurp the government. 0

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by subhasish

U-under a Sarp(snake). Taking taking power 0

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by vicky0812

use ur surf powder power 0

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by sansecretcp

usury Short Definition : lending money at illegal high rates of interest Definition (noun) an exorbitant or unlawful rate of interest Synonyms : vigorish

Definition (noun) the act of lending money at an exorbitant rate of interest

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for usury USURY reminds me of TREASURY - Lending money from the treasury at a very high rate of interest 19

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by Angeltks

us(e)+ur+(mone)y by lending for extra interest rates 9

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by jahnavi89

USURY ~ USURP: You're basically trying to USURP money by lending them at exorbitant rates. 4

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by dushyant

(Yun)usury! Some people criticize Dr. Yunus on the ground that his institution Grameen Bank lend money at extremely high rate of interest. Hence YunUSURY means usury. 2

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by abdullah71

usury - think U r SURety (collateral), will you pay the exorbitant rate of interest... for your friend (who wanted you to be his collateral) 1

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by the suspect

sounds like udhari and vasuli ; its an undercover business of black money 1

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by sukhoyash

the US (united states) lends money to other nations, but at exorbitant rates 1

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by saurabhkumar87

US(we)URY(urgent)so we take money ungently at HIGH INTERESTS.. 1

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by bharathpns

use ur money for illegal interest rates 1

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by sansecretcp

Usury - It is profitable to the moneylender but a liability for the one who takes the loan.

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by pushpa_edit

us+ur+y = y(yield) of ur(your) given to us in high interests 0

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by gopikrish2000

Usury Check-into-cash places are users 0

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by msrn

usury-->wasuli(Hindi)->hafta wasuli or extortion. 0

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by subhasish

Usury - They make you sorry for borrowing money from them. 0

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by akshaynakra

usury - demanding 'surity' at a high price or US like 'surity' 0

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by shalnew

because of usury the borrower cant pay back money in time which leads the lender to do USULY 0

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by mit006

utopia Short Definition : ideal place, state, or society; ADJ. utopian Definition (noun) a book written by Sir Thomas More (1516) describing the perfect society on an imaginary island

Definition (noun) ideally perfect state; especially in its social and political and moral aspects

Definition (noun) a work of fiction describing a utopia

Definition (noun) an imaginary place considered to be perfect or ideal Synonyms : sion , zion

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for utopia remember etheopia which is a country. consider it as an ideal place on earth for everyone. 10

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by cp.jethani

u(you)-top-ia~aaye. ie aap class me top aaye, this is what u imagine. 9

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by pulkitdave007

utopia = u-top-i-a = u-top(ideal/perfect)- i(iota in maths ie imaginary number)-a 4

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by pulkitdave007

Utopia - If there is a utopia on earth, it lies within one's imagination. 1

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by pushpa_edit

u top ia(yeah)... at top there is heaven and its an ideal place

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by harsha00711

uTOPia...the city which is ideal will be on TOP in any ratings 1

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by siddu

uxorious Short Definition : excessively submissive or devoted to one's wife; CF. uxor: wife Definition (adj) foolishly fond of or submissive to your wife

Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for uxorious Anyone will be uxorious to a LUXURIOUS woman with BUXOM breasts. 19

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by friendofafriend

Latin 'uxor' means wife and 'ous' means full of 2.uxoricide=killing of wife.uxor=wife , because of the pun, u (you) xor(in math=complement)=someone who complements 14

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by Born2GRE

uxorious :U(you)+XORIsounds like JORU (wife) in hindi+OUS. so you are joru ka gulaam i.e excessively submissive or devoted to your wife 10

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by cp.jethani

Uxorious and precious - The young man was so smitten (charmed) with his wife that he considered her as most precious to him. You could say he was uxurious. 4

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by pushpa_edit

u+xo+rious= U+OX+RIGOROUS ...NW imagine a wife commanding her husband," U OX(xo), complete this work rigorously ..!!" 3

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by vinaynitrkl

In UX film Bacchan was excessively devoted to Ravina Tondon 1

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by ksameer_coep

The husband is dumb as an OX. When he is with his wife, he SOARS with pleasure. The OX SOARS with his wife. 1

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by Jackery

according to newton's 3rd law, anyone who is uxorious will live his life luxurious...