| stylite |
formerly, any of a group of Christian ascetics who lived on the tops of high pillars. |
| stylize |
to cause to conform to a specific style, especially one that alters reality in an artistic way. [2 definitions] |
| stylus |
a pointed instrument used for writing, or for cutting, engraving, or punching writing or tracing on or into a surface. [2 definitions] |
| stymie |
throw an obstacle in the way of (something or someone); impede; thwart. [3 definitions] |
| styptic |
causing contraction of tissues and blood vessels; capable of checking bleeding. [2 definitions] |
| styptic pencil |
a short, firm stick of some astringent compound, often alum, used to stop the bleeding of small nicks or cuts, such as those received while shaving. |
| styrene |
a clear or yellowish aromatic liquid that polymerizes easily, used esp. in the manufacture of synthetic rubbers and plastics. |
| Styrofoam |
trademark for a firm, lightweight polystyrene used in various forms for insulation, packaging, and the like. |
| Styx |
in Greek mythology, the river in the underworld across which the souls of the dead are ferried. |
| suasion |
the act or an instance of persuading or convincing. |
| suave |
polished and urbane. |
| sub |
(informal) shortend form of "submarine," a sea vessel that can travel under water. [5 definitions] |
| sub- |
under; below. [4 definitions] |
| subacid |
somewhat sour or acidic. [2 definitions] |
| subadolescent |
combined form of adolescent. |
| subagency |
combined form of agency. |
| subagent |
combined form of agent. |
| subaltern |
of a lower rank or position; subordinate or secondary. [2 definitions] |
| subantarctic |
of, designating, or characterizing the area immediately north of the Antarctic Circle. |
| subaqueous |
designed, formed, or adapted for life or use under water; underwater. [2 definitions] |
| subarctic |
of, designating, or characterizing the area immediately south of the Arctic Circle. |