Englisches Vokabelwörterbuch | Wortbedeutungen, Definitionen & Beispiele
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A partial or total loss of memory, usually caused by injury, illness, or psychological trauma.
"After the accident, she suffered from amnesia and could not remember her own name."
An official pardon granted to people who have been convicted of political offenses.
"The government announced an amnesty for all political prisoners."
Lacking a moral sense; unconcerned with rightness or wrongness of something.
"The character in the novel was portrayed as completely amoral."
Showing, feeling, or relating to romantic love or desire.
"He sent her an amorous letter filled with declarations of love."
A unit of electric current in the International System of Units (SI), symbolized as A.
"The current flowing through the wire is measured in amperes."
Able to live or operate both on land and in water.
"The army used amphibious vehicles to cross the river."
A large open circular or oval building with rising tiers of seats, used for public events.
"The concert was held in an ancient amphitheater."
the act or process of making something stronger, louder, or more intense; an expansion or elaboration of details
"The microphone provides amplification of the speaker’s voice."
the maximum extent of a vibration or oscillation, or the size of something
"The amplitude of the earthquake was measured on the Richter scale."
more than sufficiently; generously
"She was amply rewarded for her hard work."
to cut off a limb from the body by surgery
"The doctors had to amputate his leg after the accident."
A word or phrase formed by rearranging the letters of another word or phrase.
"The word 'listen' is an anagram of 'silent'."
A drug or substance that relieves pain.
"She took an analgesic to ease her headache."
Comparable in certain respects, typically in a way that makes clearer the nature of the things compared.
"The human brain is analogous to a computer in processing information."
a person who believes in or promotes the absence of government or authority
"The anarchist group protested against state control."
a state of disorder due to the absence or failure of government or authority
"The collapse of the regime led to anarchy in the streets."
A secure holding place; a place where ships can anchor safely.
"The boat was anchored near the shore for safety."
providing necessary support to the main system or organization
"The company provides ancillary services to the healthcare industry."
Based on personal accounts rather than facts or research; characterized by anecdotes.
"The book was filled with anecdotal evidence rather than data."
A condition in which there is a deficiency of red cells or hemoglobin in the blood.
"She was diagnosed with anemia after feeling weak and tired."
Suffering from anemia; lacking in vitality, strength, or color.
"The doctor prescribed iron supplements for her anemic condition."
A substance that causes loss of sensation or consciousness, especially used during surgery.
"The doctor administered a local anesthetic before stitching the wound."
In a new or different way; once more.
"After the failure, she decided to start her life anew."
A member of the Germanic peoples who settled in England in the early Middle Ages; also relating to their language or culture.
"The Anglo-Saxon period greatly influenced English culture and language."
Severe mental or physical pain or suffering.
"She was in deep anguish after hearing the tragic news."
Having angles or sharp corners; lean or bony in appearance.
"The building has a very angular design."
To bring to life or give movement to something; to inspire or enliven.
"The teacher tried to animate the lesson with exciting activities."
A strong feeling of hostility or active dislike.
"There was a long history of animosity between the two families."
To take control of a territory and add it to one's own.
"The empire annexed the neighboring kingdom after the war."
the act of adding or taking control of territory or property, especially by a state
"The annexation of the region led to international condemnation."
To completely destroy or wipe out.
"The army was annihilated in the final battle."
to add notes or comments to a text, diagram, or document for explanation or clarification
"The teacher asked the students to annotate the poem with their interpretations."
to declare something legally invalid or cancel it
"The court decided to annul the marriage due to fraud."
deviating from what is standard, normal, or expected
"Scientists observed an anomalous result during the experiment."
something that deviates from the norm or expected result
"The sudden drop in temperature was considered an anomaly."
the condition of being anonymous; lack of identity or recognition
"The internet allows people to speak with anonymity."
active hostility or opposition
"There was clear antagonism between the two political parties."
to cause someone to become hostile or angry; to provoke opposition
"His rude remarks only served to antagonize his colleagues."
something that came before; a previous event, condition, or cause
"The cultural antecedents of this festival go back centuries."
previous events, conditions, or people that influence or serve as a basis for something that follows
"The lawyer examined the criminal antecedents of the suspect."
Relating to the medical care and treatment given to a pregnant woman before the birth of her child.
"She attended regular antenatal checkups throughout her pregnancy."
Situated at or toward the front; coming before in position or time.
"The anterior part of the brain controls logical thinking."
A collection of literary works, such as poems, short stories, or essays, compiled into one volume.
"She contributed a poem to the new poetry anthology."
a person who studies human societies, cultures, and their development
"The anthropologist spent years studying the tribal community."
a weapon designed to attack aircraft from the ground
"The anti-aircraft gun was positioned to defend the military base."
A disappointing end after a big build-up of excitement or expectation.
"The movie's ending was an anticlimax after such a thrilling story."
A substance that neutralizes the effects of a poison; something that relieves or counteracts.
"The doctor quickly administered an antidote to the snake venom."
Old-fashioned or outdated.
"The office still uses an antiquated filing system."
The ancient past, especially the period before the Middle Ages.
"The ruins are remnants of a civilization from antiquity."
A substance that prevents the growth of disease-causing microorganisms; clean and free from germs.
"The nurse applied an antiseptic to the wound."