Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

catholic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈkæθəlɪk/

Including a wide variety; all-embracing; relating to the Roman Catholic Church.

"She has catholic tastes in music, enjoying everything from jazz to opera."

catholicism definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kəˈθɒlɪsɪzəm/

The faith, practice, and church order of the Roman Catholic Church.

"Catholicism has a long history and rich traditions."

caution definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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caution

noun B2
/ˈkɔːʃən/

care taken to avoid danger or mistakes

"He proceeded with caution during the storm."

cease definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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cease

verb B2
/siːs/

to bring or come to an end; to stop doing something

"The noise ceased as soon as the children went inside."

adjective B2
/ˈsɛl.əˌbreɪ.tɪd/

Widely known and praised; famous for an achievement.

"He is a celebrated author in the field of literature."

Celery definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsel.ər.i/

a green vegetable with long crisp stems that can be eaten raw or cooked

"I added chopped celery to the soup for extra flavor."

adjective B2
/ˈsel.jə.lər/

relating to cells; consisting of cells; relating to mobile phone technology

"Cellular technology has revolutionized communication."

cement definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb B2
/sɪˈmɛnt/

a powdery substance that binds materials together; to make something strong or permanent

"The treaty helped cement the relationship between the two countries."

cemetery definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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cemetery

noun B2
/ˈsɛmɪˌtɛri/

a place where dead people are buried

"The old cemetery is located at the edge of the village."

censor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb/noun B2
/ˈsɛnsər/

to suppress or remove parts of books, films, or information considered offensive or harmful; a person who does this

"The government tried to censor the controversial film."

census definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsɛnsəs/

An official count or survey of a population, typically recording various details of individuals.

"The government conducted a census to update demographic data."

centigrade definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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centigrade

adjective B2
/ˈsɛntɪɡreɪd/

Relating to the Celsius temperature scale, where water freezes at 0° and boils at 100°.

"The weather forecast predicted 30 degrees centigrade."

Centipede definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsen.tɪ.piːd/

a long thin creature with many legs that lives in dark places

"I found a centipede crawling under the rock."

Certainty definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsɜːtənti/

the state of being sure or confident about something

"There is no certainty about the weather tomorrow."

certification definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

the process of officially recognizing or confirming that something or someone meets required standards; an official document proving qualification

"She received her professional certification after completing the training program."

chamber definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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chamber

noun B2
/ˈtʃeɪmbər/

a large room used for formal or public events, or a private room.

"The king held meetings in his private chamber."

Chameleon definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kəˈmiːliən/

a lizard known for its ability to change color to blend with its surroundings.

"The chameleon changed its color to hide from predators."

change management definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈʃeɪndʒ ˈmænɪdʒmənt/

The discipline that guides how we prepare, equip and support individuals, teams and organizations in making organizational change.

"Change management ensures smooth transitions."

Changeable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈtʃeɪn.dʒə.bəl/

able to be changed; likely to change frequently

"The weather is very changeable in spring."

chant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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chant

verb B2
/tʃænt/

To say or sing something repeatedly in a rhythmic way.

"The crowd began to chant the team's name during the match."

Chaos definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Chaos

noun B2
/ˈkeɪɒs/

A state of complete disorder and confusion.

"The sudden storm caused chaos in the city."

Chaotic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Chaotic

adjective B2
/keɪˈɒtɪk/

Completely disordered or confusing.

"The classroom became chaotic when the teacher left."

chapel definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈtʃæpəl/

A small church or a room used for Christian worship, often within a larger building.

"The couple got married in a small countryside chapel."

character development definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˈkærɪktər dɪˈvɛləpmənt

The process of creating a believable character in fiction by giving the character depth and personality.

"The character development of Sydney Carton is profound."

characterize definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˈkærəktəraɪz/

to describe or portray the distinctive features or qualities of someone or something

"The author characterizes the hero as brave and selfless."

charisma definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kəˈrɪzmə/

a special charm or appeal that inspires devotion or attraction in others

"The leader's charisma inspired thousands of followers."

adjective B2
/ˈtʃær.ɪ.tə.bəl/

generous in giving to those in need; showing kindness

"She is known for her charitable work in the community."

charter definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb B2
/ˈtʃɑːrtər/

a written document granting rights or privileges; to hire a vehicle or vessel for temporary use

"The company decided to charter a bus for the trip."

adjective B2
/ˈtʃiːzi/

tacky, overly sentimental, or cheap in quality

"The movie was funny but a bit too cheesy."

chemical waste definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˈkɛmɪkəl weɪst

Waste material from industrial or laboratory processes that contains harmful chemicals.

"Chemical waste pollutes water bodies."

cherish definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˈtʃɛrɪʃ/

To hold something dear, to love and protect, or to keep a hope or memory alive.

"She cherishes the memories of her childhood home."

noun B2
/ˈtʃer.i ˌblɒs.əm/

the pink or white flowers of a cherry tree that bloom in spring

"The cherry blossoms bloom beautifully in April."

Chick pea definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈtʃɪk piː/

round beige legume; protein-rich pulse used in various dishes

"Soak the chick peas overnight before cooking them for better digestion."

adverb B2
/ˈtʃiːfli/

mainly; primarily

"The festival is celebrated chiefly by young people."

adjective B2
/ˈtʃaɪld.laɪk/

innocent and trusting like a child; having the good qualities of a child; pure and simple

"She maintained a childlike wonder about the world around her."

cholesterol definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kəˈlɛstərɒl/

a fatty substance found in the blood, high levels of which can cause health problems

"High cholesterol can increase the risk of heart disease."

adjective B2
/ˈtʃuː.zi/

very careful in choosing; selective; particular about what one likes or accepts

"He's very choosy about the restaurants where he eats."

adjective B2
/ˈtʃuːzi/

very careful in choosing; selective

"She is very choosy about the clothes she wears."

Chopper definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈtʃɒp.ər/

a tool with a heavy blade for chopping wood; a helicopter

"The lumberjack swung the chopper to cut down the tree."

chord definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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chord

noun B2
/kɔːrd/

A group of musical notes played or sung together; also a straight line segment joining two points on a curve.

"She strummed a simple chord on the guitar."

chore definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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chore

noun B2
/tʃɔːr/

A routine task, especially a household duty.

"Washing the dishes is my least favorite chore."

Chorus definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkɔːrəs/

a group of singers or the part of a song that is repeated

"The children sang the chorus loudly."

christ definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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christ

noun B2
/kraɪst/

the title given to Jesus, considered the Messiah in Christianity

"Christ is central to Christian faith."

chronic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈkrɒnɪk/

Lasting for a long time or constantly recurring, often describing illness.

"She suffers from chronic back pain."

chronological definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌkrɒnəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/

Arranged in the order in which events happened.

"The events were listed in chronological order."

adjective B2
/ˈtʃʌbi/

slightly fat in a way that looks healthy and pleasant

"The baby has chubby cheeks."

chunk definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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chunk

noun B2
/tʃʌŋk/

a thick or solid piece of something

"She cut the cake into large chunks."

Cinnamon definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsɪnəmən/

aromatic spice obtained from the inner bark of several tree species

"Cinnamon is often used in baking and desserts."

circuit definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsɜːrkɪt/

A roughly circular line, route, or movement that starts and ends at the same place; also an electrical pathway.

"The runners completed the circuit around the park."

circular definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈsɜːrkjələr/

shaped like a circle; round in form

"The kids sat in a circular arrangement around the campfire."