| algae |
organisms that live mainly in the water and make their food through photosynthesis. Algae are different from plants in that they have no true leaves, roots, or stems. Seaweeds are algae. "Algae" is a plural noun; the singular form is "alga." |
| allegory |
in art or literature, the use of concrete characters, events, or things, to represent abstract qualities or ideas, often to make a point about good and evil. [1/2 definitions] |
| alleviate |
to make (trouble or pain) easier to tolerate or accept; ease. |
| alter |
to make different in some way; change. [1/2 definitions] |
| amber |
a hard, yellow or brown material that is used to make jewelry. It is a fossil that comes from the resin of pine trees. [1/2 definitions] |
| ambush |
to make a surprise attack from a hidden place. [1/3 definitions] |
| amends |
(used with a singular or plural verb) something given or paid to make up for a wrong done to a person or group. |
| ammonia |
the gas with a strong smell that is formed by combining nitrogen and hydrogen. Ammonia is used to make refrigerators cold and in making fertilizers. [1/2 definitions] |
| amplifier |
an electronic device used to make sound louder. |
| amplify |
to make larger or greater. [2 definitions] |
| anchor |
to make secure or hold steady. [1/4 definitions] |
| anger |
to cause anger in; make angry. [1/3 definitions] |
| Angora |
(often lower case) yarn or cloth made from either of these kinds of hair. Angora is used to make sweaters and other articles of clothing. [1/3 definitions] |
| animal rights |
a movement that works for the rights of animals. People in favor of animal rights believe that animals should not be hurt or killed just to make the lives of humans easier. |
| annex |
to make part of an existing nation or city. [1/3 definitions] |
| announce |
to make known; declare. |
| annul |
to make (a legal action or contract) no longer valid under the law. |
| anoint |
to honor or make holy by applying oil as part of a religious ceremony. |
| antagonize |
to make an enemy of. |
| appeal |
to make an earnest request. [1/6 definitions] |
| apply |
to make use of or put to use. [2/5 definitions] |