In most countries, any person(s) who is under the age of 18 years. (See example one.)
Less important or urgent (in comparison to other situations or events); has less priority than something else, or something that is not too difficult to solve or clear. (See example two.)
Example One:
"I'm a minor."
Example Two:
"It was a minor accident. Nobody was hurt in the process."
To back down, give up, or otherwise change one's mind to engaging or completing a given task, circumstance, or opportunity, often out of fear or lack of will
Chicken (of a person) - A person who has backed down or given up on a task, circumstance, or opportunity,
"I can't do this any longer, I'm going to chicken out!" (To) Chicken Out
Chicken (of a person) - "We'll see you later then, chicken."
(Dependent on the individual) A strain or pressure, which occurs from a negatively-perceived situation or circumstance, that can interfere with a person's emotional, mental or social health.
"The amount of stress that I am under right now is absolutely unbelievable!"
(Stress is very commonly perceived as a negative feeling. A positive sort of stress is known as 'Eustress').
A feeling of strong will to achieve or accomplish a task, goal, or dream or vision.
(Positive) I've got the motivation to complete this workout!
(Negative) I have no motivation to do this right now!
Means 'Nothing'. The word is spanish; it has the same spelling and meaning as defined here.
Example One:
"I know nada 'bout that."
Example Two:
"All of the other workers got a payrise. Do you want to know what I got? Nada."
Dislike someone or something so much that the person(s) are insistent or have intention to get rid of it, or prevent it from doing or achieving something.
Example One:
"Everybody hates him; he needs to be stopped!"
(Example for the definition above.)
Example Two:
(The word may also be used for one person to verbally express anger to another, which could be because of something that the person (receiving the insult) has said or done.)
"I hate you! I hate you so much!"
To do or try something sneakly, and without anyone or anything knowing, nor wanting to cause or attract attention or suspicion.
1. The officer surreptitiously smuggled the goods through.
2. He left the room surreptitiously.
3. She surreptitiously ran away from her boyfriend.
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