Vokabulare

Englisches Vokabelwörterbuch | Wortbedeutungen, Definitionen & Beispiele

adjective C1
/məˈkɑːbrə/

disturbing and horrifying because of involvement with or depiction of death and injury

"The horror movie had a macabre ending."

Mackerel definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈmæk.ər.əl/

a streamlined marine fish with a forked tail and wavy stripes

"Mackerel is rich in omega-3 fatty acids."

macroeconomic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌmæk.rəʊ.iː.kəˈnɒm.ɪk/

Relating to macroeconomics or the large-scale or general economic factors, such as interest rates and national productivity.

"Macroeconomic policies influence inflation and employment rates."

macronutrients definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈmæk.rəʊˌnjuː.tri.ənts/

Nutrients that are needed in large amounts to provide energy and building materials for the body, including carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

"Proteins, fats, and carbohydrates are vital macronutrients."

verb C1
/ˈmæd.ən/

To make someone very angry or extremely annoyed.

"The constant noise maddened him."

adjective C1
/məˈdʒen.tə/

a bright purplish-red color

"She wore a beautiful magenta dress to the party."

magistrate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈmædʒɪstreɪt/

A civil officer who administers the law, often with limited judicial authority.

"The magistrate presided over the minor criminal case."

Magnate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈmæɡneɪt/

A wealthy and influential person, especially in business or industry.

"The oil magnate donated millions to charity."

noun C1
/mæɡˈnɪfɪsəns/

splendor, grandeur, or impressive beauty

"The magnificence of the palace left everyone speechless."

verb C1
/ˈmæɡnɪfaɪ/

to make something appear larger or more important than it really is

"The microscope can magnify tiny cells."

Magnitude definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈmæɡnɪtuːd/

the great size, extent, or importance of something

"The magnitude of the earthquake shocked the nation."

Mail train definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Mail train

noun C1
/meɪl treɪn/

a train that carries mail and postal packages

"The mail train departs every evening to deliver letters across the country."

Majestic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
məˈdʒes.tɪk

Having impressive beauty, dignity, or grandeur; regal and stately in appearance.

"The majestic Himalayas stand tall against the sky."

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makeshift

adjective C1
/ˈmeɪkˌʃɪft/

used as a temporary substitute; improvised

"They used boxes as a makeshift table."

Malady definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈmælədi/

a disease or disorder of the body or mind; a serious problem

"The doctor treated the malady with great care."

noun C1
/məˈleɪz/

a general feeling of discomfort, illness, or unease whose exact cause is difficult to identify

"After the long journey, she felt a general malaise."

adjective C1
/məˈlɛvələnt/

Having or showing a wish to do evil or harm to others.

"The malevolent glare in his eyes frightened the children."

malfunction definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb C1
mælˈfʌŋk.ʃən

A failure to function normally or satisfactorily; a defect or breakdown.

"The engine malfunctioned due to overheating."

Malice definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈmælɪs/

The intention or desire to do evil or cause harm.

"She bore no malice towards her former friend."

adjective C1
/məˈlɪʃəs/

Characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm.

"The hackers launched a malicious attack on the company’s system."

Malign definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Malign

verb C1
/məˈlaɪn/

to speak harmful untruths about someone; to slander or defame

"She felt hurt when her rivals tried to malign her reputation."

adjective C1
/məˈlɪɡnənt/

dangerous or harmful in influence or effect; medically, tending to invade and destroy tissue

"Doctors confirmed that the tumor was malignant."

malleable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈmæliəbl̩/

Easily shaped or influenced; capable of being bent or adapted.

"Gold is a highly malleable metal used in jewelry."

Mallet definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈmælɪt/

A tool with a large, usually wooden head, used for hitting something without damaging it.

"He used a mallet to drive the chisel into the wood."

malnourishment definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
mælˈnʌr.ɪʃ.mənt

Lack of proper nutrition, caused by not having enough to eat, not eating enough of the right things, or being unable to use the food that one does eat.

"Children in poverty-stricken areas suffer from malnourishment."

Malnutrition definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌmælnuːˈtrɪʃən/

Lack of proper nutrition; poor nourishment

"Malnutrition among children is a serious public health concern."

Malpractice definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/mælˈpræktɪs/

Improper, illegal, or negligent professional behavior

"The surgeon was sued for malpractice after the failed operation."

noun/adjective C1
/ˈmæm.əθ/

An extinct large elephant-like animal with long curved tusks; also means something huge.

"The company faced a mammoth challenge during expansion."

mandate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb C1
/ˈmæn.deɪt/

an official order or command; to give someone authority to act in a certain way

"The government issued a mandate to reduce carbon emissions."

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mane

noun C1
/meɪn/

the long hair growing on the neck of a horse, lion, or other animal

"The lion shook its thick mane proudly."

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maneuver

noun, verb C1
/məˈnuː.vər/

a planned or skillful movement or action; to move skillfully or carefully

"The pilot maneuvered the plane through the storm."

Mangrove Forest definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˈmæŋɡroʊv ˈfɒrɪst

A coastal forest ecosystem characterized by salt-tolerant trees and shrubs that grow in intertidal zones.

"Sundarbans is the world's largest mangrove forest."

Mania definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Mania

noun C1
/ˈmeɪniə/

an extreme enthusiasm or obsession; a mental illness marked by excitement

"There was a mania for collecting rare stamps."

noun C1
/ˈmeɪniæk/

a person who behaves in a wildly foolish, dangerous, or violent way

"The driver was speeding like a maniac."

manifestation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌmænɪfɛˈsteɪʃən/

an event, action, or object that clearly shows or embodies something

"His sudden anger was a manifestation of his stress."

noun C1
/ˌmænɪˈfɛstoʊ/

a public declaration of policy and aims, especially by a political party

"The party released its manifesto before the election."

adjective, noun C1
/ˈmænɪˌfoʊld/

many and various; having many different forms

"The benefits of exercise are manifold."

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Manly

adjective C1
/ˈmæn.li/

having qualities traditionally associated with men; brave; courageous

"He showed manly courage during the crisis."

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mannequin

noun C1
/ˈmænɪkɪn/

a life-sized model of a human figure used by shops to display clothes

"The mannequin in the shop window was dressed in a red gown."

adjective C1
/ˈmæn.əd/

Having or showing a particular manner, especially an artificial or affected one.

"The actor’s performance was too mannered to feel natural."

Mannerism definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈmæn.əˌrɪz.əm/

A habitual way of speaking or behaving; a distinctive personal trait.

"One of his funny mannerisms is scratching his head when he’s nervous."

verb C1
/məˈnuː.vər/

To move skillfully or carefully; to guide or manipulate into a desired position.

"The driver skillfully manoeuvered the car through the narrow street."

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manor

noun C1
/ˈmænər/

A large country house with lands; the main house of an estate.

"The old manor stood proudly on the hill for centuries."

noun C1
/ˈmæntl̩/

A cloak or covering; also the layer of the earth between the crust and the core.

"The leader assumed the mantle of responsibility."

manure definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
məˈnjʊər

Animal dung used for fertilizing land; organic matter used as fertilizer.

"Organic manure enhances soil fertility."

manuscript definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈmæn.juˌskrɪpt/

a handwritten or typed document, especially a writer’s draft before publication

"The author submitted her manuscript to the publisher."

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mar

verb C1
/mɑːr/

to spoil or damage the appearance or quality of something

"The scratch will mar the beauty of the painting."

Mare definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Mare

noun C1
/meər/

an adult female horse

"The beautiful mare galloped across the meadow."

Marginal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈmɑːrdʒɪnəl/

Relating to or at the edge; small or insignificant in amount or importance.

"He made only a marginal improvement in his grades."

marginalization definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˌmɑːr.dʒɪ.nəl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

The treatment of a person, group, or concept as insignificant or peripheral.

"Economic policies should address the marginalization of the poor."