noun an intricate network of pathways or passageways intended to confuse the person or animal that navigates it; maze.The cave was like a labyrinth and the explorers took great care not to…

adjective extended, scattered, or accepted over a wide area.Her mystery novels enjoyed widespread popularity. See the full entry

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transitive verb to separate or place apart from others or from the majority of a group, people, or the like; isolate.Younger prisoners were segregated from older prisoners. intransitive verb to come to…

adjective acting or tending to create a negative impression; disparaging; demeaning.Many women don’t wish to be called “girls” and consider the term pejorative. See the full entry