Vokabulare

Englisches Vokabelwörterbuch | Wortbedeutungen, Definitionen & Beispiele

buoy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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buoy

noun/verb C1
/ˈbɔɪ/ or /ˈbuːi/

A floating marker on water; to keep something afloat or encourage someone.

"The news buoyed their spirits after the loss."

noun C1
/ˈbɔɪənsi/ or /ˈbuːjənsi/

The ability to float in a liquid; cheerfulness and optimism.

"Her natural buoyancy lifted the mood of the group."

adjective C1
/ˈbɔɪənt/ or /ˈbuːjənt/

Able to float easily; cheerful and optimistic.

"She remained buoyant despite the difficulties."

bureaucratic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
ˌbjʊə.rəˈkræt.ɪk

Involving or characterized by complex rules and procedures that can delay the achievement of goals.

"Bureaucratic red tape often delays project approvals."

burgeoning definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
ˈbɜːdʒənɪŋ

Beginning to grow or increase rapidly; flourishing.

"The burgeoning tech industry has attracted many investors."

bustle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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bustle

verb, noun C1
/ˈbʌsəl/

to move in an energetic or noisy manner; busy activity in a place

"The marketplace bustled with vendors and customers."

buttress definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb C1
/ˈbʌtrəs/

a structure built against a wall for support; to support or strengthen

"The cathedral walls were buttressed to prevent collapse."

by-law definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈbaɪ.lɔː/

A rule made by a company, organization, or local authority to control the actions of its members.

"The city council passed a new by-law regulating street vendors."

bygone definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/adjective C1
/ˈbaɪ.ɡɒn/

Something belonging to an earlier time; past and no longer existing.

"He often talks about the traditions of bygone days."

byline definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈbaɪ.laɪn/

A line in a newspaper or magazine article that names the writer.

"Her byline appeared on the front page of the newspaper."

cache definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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cache

noun C1
/kæʃ/

A hidden storage of items or a high-speed memory in computing.

"The hikers found a cache of supplies hidden under the rocks."

cadence definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkeɪdəns/

A rhythmic flow of sounds or words; the rise and fall of voice.

"The teacher's cadence made the poem sound musical."

Calamity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Calamity

noun C1
/kəˈlæmɪti/

An event causing great damage, distress, or disaster.

"The earthquake was a calamity that left thousands homeless."

adjective C1
/ˈkælkjʊleɪtɪŋ/

acting in a scheming and ruthlessly determined way

"He had a cold and calculating approach to business."

calculus definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkælkjʊləs/

A branch of mathematics concerned with rates of change and accumulation; also a hard mineral deposit in the body such as on teeth.

"Calculus is essential for advanced studies in physics and engineering."

caliber definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkælɪbər/

The quality of someone's ability or character; the internal diameter of a gun barrel.

"The university attracts students of high caliber."

calibrate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈkælɪˌbreɪt/

To adjust or mark something so it can be used accurately; to standardize.

"The technician calibrated the machine before starting the experiment."

calibration definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˌkæl.ɪˈbreɪ.ʃən

The action or process of adjusting or determining the accuracy of measuring instruments.

"The accuracy of a scale depends on regular calibration."

calligraphy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/kəˈlɪɡrəfi/

The art of beautiful and decorative handwriting.

"She took a course to improve her calligraphy skills."

Callous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈkæləs/

Showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others.

"His callous remarks hurt everyone in the meeting."

callus definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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callus

noun C1
/ˈkæləs/

A thickened and hardened part of the skin or soft tissue, especially in an area subjected to friction.

"A callus formed on his palm from using tools every day."

camaraderie definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌkæməˈrɑːdəri/

mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together

"There was a strong sense of camaraderie among the soldiers."

cameo definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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cameo

noun C1
/ˈkæmi.oʊ/

a small but significant role in a play, film, or show, often performed by a well-known person

"The actor made a surprise cameo in the movie."

canary definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/kəˈnɛəri/

a small, usually yellow bird known for its singing; also used as a warning sign in dangerous conditions

"The canary sang beautifully in its cage."

Candid definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈkændɪd/

Truthful and straightforward; frank

"She gave a candid account of the challenges she faced."

candidness definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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candidness

noun C1
/ˈkændɪdnəs/

The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward

"Her candidness during the meeting impressed everyone."

candor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkændər/

The quality of being open and honest in expression

"His candor in admitting mistakes earned him respect."

canine definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective, noun C1
/ˈkeɪnaɪn/

Relating to dogs; also refers to the pointed teeth in humans and animals

"The police trained a canine unit for search operations."

Cannibal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkæn.ɪ.bəl/

a person who eats the flesh of other human beings

"The explorer's journal described rumors of cannibals living on the remote island."

canny definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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canny

adjective C1
/ˈkæni/

Having good judgment, especially in business or practical matters; shrewd.

"She made a canny investment in real estate."

canon definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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canon

noun C1
/ˈkænən/

A general law, rule, principle, or collection of sacred books accepted as genuine.

"The book is now considered part of the literary canon."

canonical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/kəˈnɒnɪkəl/

Conforming to a general rule or accepted standard; officially recognized.

"Shakespeare’s works are considered canonical in English literature."

canopy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkænəpi/

An overhead covering, such as a roof, tent, or natural cover like tree foliage.

"The couple got married under a beautiful floral canopy."

canvass definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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canvass

verb C1
/ˈkænvəs/

To solicit votes, orders, or support from people.

"Volunteers went door-to-door to canvass for the candidate."

capillaries definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/kəˈpɪl.ər.iz/

Any of the fine branching blood vessels that form a network between the arterioles and venules.

"Broken capillaries cause dark circles."

capillary definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkæpɪˌlɛri/

a very thin blood vessel that connects arteries and veins

"Oxygen passes from the blood into tissues through capillaries."

capitalization definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌkæp.ɪ.təl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

The provision of capital for a company or the total value of a company's shares.

"The startup secured significant capitalization from investors."

capitulate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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capitulate

verb C1
/kəˈpɪtjʊˌleɪt/

to surrender or give in after resisting

"The army had no choice but to capitulate to the enemy."

capsize definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈkæp.saɪz/

to overturn in the water

"The small fishing boat capsized during the storm."

captivate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈkæp.tɪ.veɪt/

to attract and hold the attention of someone

"The singer’s voice captivated the entire audience."

Captivity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/kæpˈtɪvɪti/

the state of being imprisoned, confined, or kept under control

"The rare bird has been bred in captivity."

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captor

noun C1
/ˈkæptər/

a person or group who has captured someone or something

"The hostage managed to escape from his captors."

carat definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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carat

noun C1
/ˈkærət/

a unit of weight for precious stones, equal to 200 milligrams

"She received a two-carat diamond ring for her engagement."

carbon sequestration definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˈkɑː.bən ˌsiː.kwɪˈstreɪ.ʃən

The process of storing carbon dioxide in vegetation, soils, geological formations, and the ocean to reduce carbon dioxide concentrations in the atmosphere.

"Carbon sequestration helps combat climate change."

carcass definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkɑːrkəs/

the dead body of an animal, especially after being slaughtered

"Vultures fed on the carcass left in the field."

carcinogenic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌkɑːrsɪnəˈdʒɛnɪk/

having the potential to cause cancer

"Scientists warned that the chemical is carcinogenic."

noun C1
/ˈkɑːrdəməm/

aromatic seeds from a plant in the ginger family, used as a spice

"The recipe calls for a pinch of ground cardamom."

cardiac definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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cardiac

adjective C1
/ˈkɑːr.di.æk/

Relating to the heart.

"The patient was admitted with a cardiac condition."

cardinal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective, noun C1
/ˈkɑːr.dɪ.nəl/

As an adjective: of prime importance; as a noun: a high-ranking Catholic clergyman or a type of bird.

"Honesty is a cardinal virtue in life."

cardiologist definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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cardiologist

noun C1
/ˌkɑːr.diˈɒl.ə.dʒɪst/

A doctor specializing in diagnosing and treating heart diseases.

"She made an appointment with a cardiologist for her chest pain."