adjective grossly injurious, offensive, or wrong.The idea of one human being having ownership of another is outrageous. See the full entry

adjective lacking a sexual aspect; asexual.The baby dolls have a neuter appearance and can be dressed in either pink or blue. See the full entry

noun one’s manner or bearing.Although he was no trouble, the child had a somber mien that unsettled his teachers. See the full entry

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adjective contented with oneself or one’s situation to a degree that prevents self-criticism, further progress, or appropriate response to signals of danger or risk.He could have risen even higher in the government,…