Definition of "mean"
- verb
To intend.
To convey meaning.
To complain, lament.
To pity; to comfort.
- adjective
Common; general.
Of a common or low origin, grade, or quality; common; humble.
Low in quality or degree; inferior; poor; shabby.
Without dignity of mind; destitute of honour; low-minded; spiritless; base.
Niggardly; penurious; miserly; stingy.
Of little value or account; low in worth or estimation; worthy of little or no regard; contemptible; despicable.
Disobliging; pettily offensive or unaccommodating; small.
Selfish; acting without consideration of others; unkind.
Causing or intending to cause intentional harm; bearing ill will towards another; cruel; malicious.
Powerful; fierce; harsh; damaging.
Accomplished with great skill; deft; hard to compete with.
Having the mean (see noun below) as its value.
Middling in quality or excellence; moderately good, tolerable.
- noun
An intermediate step or intermediate steps.
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