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clever or skillful in using the hands or mind
"He is adroit at solving complex problems."
Cleverness or skill in using the hands or mind; expertness in performance or execution.
"His adroitness in negotiations helped secure the deal."
short for advertisements; promotional messages intended to sell products or services
"I often skip ads when watching videos online."
to praise or flatter excessively
"The fans adulated the actor after his performance."
excessive admiration or flattery
"The singer enjoyed the adulation of her fans."
A fully grown or developed person; mature.
"Children must be accompanied by an adult."
a substance added to something else, often food or drink, to reduce its quality or strength
"The laboratory found an adulterant in the milk samples."
to make something poorer in quality by adding another substance, usually of lower quality
"The company was fined for adulterating its products with cheap chemicals."
describes food, drink, or medicine made weaker or impure by the addition of another substance
"Authorities seized adulterated drugs from the warehouse."
The action of making something poorer in quality by the addition of another substance.
"Food adulteration poses a serious health risk."
to foreshadow or suggest something in an unclear or indirect way
"The report adumbrates future economic challenges."
a vague foreshadowing or symbolic representation of something
"The play offers an adumbration of the political unrest to come."
to move forward or make progress
"The army advanced towards the city."
highly developed or complex
"He is studying an advanced level of mathematics."
The process of promoting or moving forward; development or improvement.
"Scientific advancements benefit society."
Progress or development in a particular area.
"Advancements in technology are transforming astronomy."
a condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable position
"Having strong communication skills is a great advantage in business."
beneficial; favorable; profitable
"This position offers advantageous opportunities for career growth."
The arrival of a notable person, thing, or event.
"The advent of the internet changed the way people communicate."
Happening by chance or accident, not planned.
"His success was partly due to adventitious circumstances."
an unusual, exciting, or daring experience
"They went on an adventure in the mountains."
People who actively look for exciting and potentially risky activities or experiences.
"Sajek Valley is a popular destination for adventure seekers."
a person who seeks exciting, risky, or unusual experiences; someone who explores new or unknown places
"The adventurer traveled deep into the jungle in search of ancient ruins."
willing to take risks; seeking excitement; daring
"She is an adventurous person who loves trying new foods."
Involving or characterized by conflict or opposition; antagonistic.
"The two companies have an adversarial relationship in the market."
One's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute.
"The boxer faced a strong adversary in the ring."
Preventing success or development; harmful or unfavorable.
"The project was delayed due to adverse weather conditions."
Negative or harmful impacts that result from an action or condition.
"Plastic usage has adverse effects on the environment."
A negative or harmful effect or influence on something.
"Long screen time has an adverse impact on hand muscles."
Difficulties or misfortune.
"She showed great courage in the face of adversity."
(noun) a notice or announcement in a public medium promoting a product, service, or event; (verb) to refer to something in speaking or writing
"The company placed an advert in the newspaper for the new position."
to describe or draw attention to a product, service, or event in a public medium in order to promote sales or attendance
"They advertise their products on social media platforms."
a public notice or announcement promoting a product, service, or event
"The advertisement attracted many new customers."
a person or company that advertises a product, service, or event
"The advertiser paid millions for a Super Bowl commercial spot."
the activity of producing advertisements for products or services
"The company spends millions on advertising every year."
a suggestion or recommendation about what someone should do
"She gave me good advice about managing money."
to recommend what should be done; to give advice
"The doctor advised him to rest for a week."
a person who gives advice, especially in a professional or official role
"He works as a financial adviser at a bank."
(adjective) having the power to give advice but not to make sure that it is followed; (noun) an official announcement containing information or a warning
"The committee serves in an advisory capacity to the board of directors."
public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy
"Her advocacy for children's rights earned her international recognition."
As a noun: a person who publicly supports or recommends a cause. As a verb: to publicly recommend or support.
"She is an advocate for women's rights and often advocates for equal opportunities."
The protection, backing, or support of a particular person or organization.
"The project was carried out under the aegis of the United Nations."
An indefinitely long period of time; an age or eternity.
"Dinosaurs roamed the Earth millions of aeons ago."
As an adjective: existing or happening in the air. As a noun: an antenna for receiving radio or television signals.
"The pilot performed an amazing aerial maneuver."
A large nest of a bird of prey, especially an eagle, typically built high in a tree or on a cliff.
"The eagle built its aerie on the high cliff."
The study of the properties of moving air and the interaction between the air and solid bodies moving through it.
"The aerodynamics of an aircraft determines its speed and efficiency."
A person who travels in an airship, balloon, or other aircraft.
"The aeronaut skillfully guided the hot-air balloon across the valley."
a powered flying vehicle with fixed wings and a weight greater than that of the air it displaces
"The aeroplane took off smoothly from the airport runway."
A lighter-than-air craft, such as a balloon, that is lifted by gas.
"The military used an aerostat for surveillance over the border."
Relating to or involving gases (especially air) in equilibrium and the equilibrium of balloons or aircraft under the influence of such gases.
"Aerostatic designs ensure stability at high altitudes."