Vokabulare

Englisches Vokabelwörterbuch | Wortbedeutungen, Definitionen & Beispiele

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viand

noun C2
/ˈvaɪənd/

an item of food, especially a delicacy

"The banquet was filled with rich viands and wines."

adjective C2
/vaɪˈkɛəriəs/

experienced through the feelings or actions of another person

"She felt vicarious excitement watching her son win the award."

noun C2
/ˈvaɪsrɔɪ/

a ruler exercising authority on behalf of a sovereign in a colony or province

"The viceroy governed the colony in the king's name."

vicissitude definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/vɪˈsɪsɪtjuːd/

A change or variation, often unexpected, in circumstances or fortune.

"They remained friends through all the vicissitudes of life."

noun C2
/ˈvɪtəlz/

Food or provisions, especially for human consumption.

"The travelers packed enough victuals for their long journey."

adjective C2
/ˈvjuː.ləs/

invisible; having no views or opinions

"The ghost remained viewless to most people in the haunted house."

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vilify

verb C2
/ˈvɪlɪfaɪ/

to speak or write about someone in an abusive or disparaging manner

"The politician was vilified in the media for his controversial remarks."

vim

noun C2
/vɪm/

energy and enthusiasm

"She performed the dance with great vim and vigor."

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vincible

adjective C2
/ˈvɪnsəbl/

capable of being overcome or defeated

"The enemy seemed vincible after losing their main base."

adjective C2
/ˈvɪndɪkeɪtɪv/

showing a tendency to vindicate or justify; inclined to defend

"Her vindicative tone showed that she strongly believed in her innocence."

adjective C2
/ˈvɪndɪkətɔːri/

Serving to justify, clear of blame, or defend.

"His vindicatory remarks restored his reputation."

noun C2
/ˈvaɪnəri/

A place where vines are cultivated, especially a vineyard or greenhouse for vines.

"The old vinery was filled with grapevines."

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vintner

noun C2
/ˈvɪntnər/

A person who makes or sells wine.

"The vintner explained the process of making red wine."

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viol

noun C2
/ˈvaɪəl/

A stringed musical instrument of the Renaissance and Baroque periods, played with a bow and similar to but distinct from the violin family.

"The musician played an old viol in the chamber music concert."

noun C2
/ˌviːələnsɛloʊ/

The full name of the cello, a large string instrument played with a bow and held between the knees.

"He practiced the violoncello for hours each day."

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virago

noun C2
/vəˈrɑːɡoʊ/

a loud, overbearing woman; historically, a strong or courageous woman

"The play depicted the heroine as a fierce virago who defied tradition."

adjective C2
/ˈvɪrəl/

having traditionally masculine qualities, such as strength, energy, and sexual vigor

"The actor was admired for his virile appearance."

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virtu

noun C2
/vɜːrˈtuː/

a love of or taste for fine art, antiques, or curiosities

"The collector’s house was filled with objects of virtu."

noun C2
/ˈvɪrjʊləns/

The severity or harmfulness of a disease or poison.

"Scientists studied the virulence of the new virus strain."

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noun C2
/ˈvɪzɪdʒ/

A person's face or facial expression.

"Her stern visage intimidated the children."

adjective C2
/ˈvɪsɪd/

Having a thick, sticky consistency.

"The sap had a viscid texture that stuck to his hands."

noun C2
/ˈvaɪkaʊnt/

A British nobleman ranking below an earl and above a baron.

"The viscount inherited the estate from his father."

visuospatial definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
ˌvɪz.ju.oʊˈspeɪ.ʃəl

Related to understanding the relationship between space and objects through vision.

"Good visuospatial skills are important for architecture and design."

verb C2
/ˈvaɪtəlaɪz/

To give life, energy, or strength to something.

"Fresh air and exercise can vitalize the body and mind."

vitiate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C2
/ˈvɪʃieɪt/

to spoil, weaken, or make something less effective

"One careless remark can vitiate the entire argument."

adjective C2
/ˈvɪtriəs/

having a glass-like appearance or quality

"The mineral has a vitreous shine."

verb C2
/ˈvɪtrɪfaɪ/

to turn into glass or a glass-like substance by heat

"Sand can vitrify under intense heat."

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vitriol

noun C2
/ˈvɪtrioʊl/

harsh and bitter criticism

"The politician faced vitriol from the public."

adjective C2
/ˌvɪtriˈɑːlɪk/

filled with bitter criticism or malice

"His vitriolic remarks hurt everyone in the room."

adjective C2
/vaɪˈtjuːpərəbl̩/

Deserving of blame, censure, or harsh criticism.

"His reckless actions made him vituperable in the eyes of his colleagues."

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vituperate

verb C2
/vɪˈtjuːpəreɪt/

To criticize harshly or abuse verbally.

"The politician was quick to vituperate his opponents during the debate."

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adjective C2
/vɪˈtjuːpərətɪv/

Characterized by abusive or harsh language.

"The teacher’s vituperative remarks left the students in tears."

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viva voce

noun C2
ˈvaɪ.və ˈvəʊs

An oral examination, typically for an academic qualification.

"Viva Voce tests communication skills."

verb C2
/ˈvɪvɪfaɪ/

to give life or energy to something; to animate or enliven

"The teacher’s enthusiasm helped vivify the boring lecture."

vivisection definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˌvɪvɪˈsɛkʃən/

the practice of performing operations on live animals for scientific research

"Vivisection has long been a controversial topic among scientists and animal rights activists."

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vocable

noun C2
/ˈvoʊkəbəl/

a word, term, or sound that has meaning

"The dictionary contained thousands of vocables from different languages."

adjective C2
/ˈvɒkətɪv/

relating to a case in grammar used for directly addressing someone

"In Latin, the vocative case is used when directly calling someone by name."

noun C2
/voʊˈsɪfərəns/

the act of shouting or making a loud outcry

"The vociferance of the protesters filled the streets."

verb C2
/voʊˈsɪfəˌreɪt/

to shout, complain, or argue loudly or vehemently

"The protesters vociferated against the unfair law."

adjective C2
/voʊˈsɪfərəs/

expressing feelings or opinions in a loud and forceful way

"The vociferous crowd demanded justice."

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volant

adjective C2
/ˈvoʊlənt/

able to fly or moving swiftly

"The volant bird soared gracefully across the sky."

volition definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/voʊˈlɪʃən/

The power or faculty of using one's will; the act of making a conscious choice.

"She signed the agreement of her own volition."

adjective C2
/ˈvɑːlətɪv/

Relating to the will or the exercise of the will.

"The treaty was signed under volitive agreement between both nations."

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volubility

noun C2
/ˌvɑːljəˈbɪləti/

The quality of talking fluently, readily, or incessantly.

"His volubility made him a successful radio host."

adjective C2
/ˈvɑːljəbl/

Speaking or spoken incessantly and fluently.

"She became more voluble as the evening progressed."

adjective C2
/vəˈlʌptʃuəs/

Relating to or characterized by luxury and sensual pleasure; sexually attractive.

"The artist painted a voluptuous figure reclining on the couch."

noun C2
/ˈvoʊtəri/

A devoted follower or admirer of someone or something.

"He is a votary of classical music and attends every concert."

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votive

adjective C2
/ˈvoʊtɪv/

Offered or dedicated in fulfillment of a vow.

"She lit a votive candle in the church as a prayer."

verb C2
/ˈvaʊtʃ.seɪf/

to grant or give something in a gracious or condescending manner

"He vouchsafed them a rare smile."