transitive verb & intransitive verb to come or send forth; issue or emit.Light emanated from the room at the top of the stairs.That experience changed him, and he emanates nothing but good…

adjective not approved of or permissible because of not meeting certain standards or expectations.With all its grammatical errors, the paper is unacceptable and has to be revised.Studies found unacceptable levels of cadmium…

noun the wish to harm or hurt others; hostility; animosity.She said those hurtful things out of sheer malice.I have forgiven him, and I no longer feel any malice toward him.His hitting her…

transitive verb to make by putting together a number of parts or ingredients.He concocted an elaborate dessert. See the full entry

adjective occurring punctually or at just the right moment.Your timely payments are appreciated.The doctor’s timely arrival saved the patient’s life.Her timely suggestion prevented a great deal of embarrassment. See the full entry