noun 1. a member of the hereditary nobility. In Great Britain, a baron is a nobleman of the lowest rank; peer.His ancestor, the first baron, received the title for his loyalty and…

adjective 1. miserable, unhappy, or unfortunate.He felt wretched after failing the exam the second time.When she realized the consequences, she felt wretched about what she’d done. 2. characterized by or causing misery…

noun the giving of support to an idea, person, or cause.As a politician, he is well known for his advocacy of women’s rights. See the full entry

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adjective 1. not easily accessible; remote. 2. emotionally distant or unresponsive.The once cheerful, sociable young man had become quiet and withdrawn. See the full entry