Eigooo Dictionary

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Words beginning with A

Abandon

Definition of Abandon

verb

1. To stop looking after something and leave.

2. To give up on something (like a project).

Abbreviate

Definition of Abbreviate

verb

1. To shorten something (usually words).

Abbreviation

Definition of Abbreviation

noun

1. A shortened version of a word or phrase.

Above

Definition of Above

preposition

1. Superior to in rank, position, or number; greater than.

adverb

1. Overhead or heavenward.

noun

1. An earlier part of a given text.

Abreast

Definition of Abreast

adverb

1. Alongside, to be level with something or someone

Absent-minded

Definition of Absent-minded

adjective

1. (A person) showing inattentive behavior, and forgetting things.

Absolute

Definition of Absolute

adjective

1. total and complete; free from restraint or limitation 2. having no exceptions; free from doubt

Abstain

Definition of Abstain

verb

1. To keep oneself from doing or engaging in something.

Abundant

Definition of Abundant

adjective

1. Existing in amounts that is far more than necessary.

Abuse

Definition of Abuse

verb

1. To attack in words or physically

noun

1. Improper or excessive use of something

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