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stylistic of, relating to, or concerned with style.
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]