Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

agriculturally significant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
ˌæɡrɪˈkʌltʃərəli sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt
कृषि से संबंधित महत्वपूर्ण (krishi se sambandhit mahatvapurn)

Important or crucial related to farming and agriculture

"Winter is agriculturally significant for crop production."

"सर्दी फसल उत्पादन के लिए कृषि से संबंधित महत्वपूर्ण है।" (Sardi fasal utpadan ke liye krishi se sambandhit mahatvapurn hai.)
agrochemical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˌæɡ.rəʊˈkem.ɪ.kəl
कृषि रसायन (krishi rasayan)

A chemical product used in agriculture, especially a pesticide or fertilizer.

"Excessive use of agrochemicals can degrade soil quality."

"कृषि रसायनों के अत्यधिक उपयोग से मिट्टी की गुणवत्ता खराब हो सकती है।" (krishi rasayano ke atyadhik upyog se mitti ki gunavatta kharab ho sakti hai)
ail definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/eɪl/
बीमार होना (bimar hona)

to be ill or suffer from a physical or mental problem; to trouble or afflict

"She has been ailing since last winter."

"वह पिछली सर्दी से बीमार है।" (vah pichhli sardi se bimar hai)
ailing definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective, verb C1
/ˈeɪlɪŋ/
बीमार (bimar)

suffering from illness or poor health; experiencing problems or decline

"The ailing patient slowly began to recover after treatment."

"बीमार मरीज इलाज के बाद धीरे-धीरे ठीक होने लगा।" (bimar marij ilaj ke bad dhire dhire thik hone laga)
Aimless definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈeɪmləs/
उद्देश्यहीन; लक्ष्यहीन; (emles)

without purpose or direction; lacking a goal

"He wandered around the city in an aimless manner."

"वह शहर में उद्देश्यहीन तरीके से घूम रहा था।" (vah shahar mein uddeshyahin tareeke se ghoom raha tha.)
airtight definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈɛərˌtaɪt/
वायु-रोधक (vayu-rodhak)

Completely sealed so that no air can get in or out.

"Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh."

"कुकीज़ को ताजगी बनाए रखने के लिए एक वायु-रोधक डिब्बे में रखें।" (Cookies ko tajgi banaye rakhne ke liye ek vayu-rodhak dibbe mein rakhin.)
akin definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/əˈkɪn/
समान (samaan)

Of similar character or related by blood.

"His reaction was akin to shock."

"उसकी प्रतिक्रिया सदमे के समान थी।" (Uski pratikriya sadme ke samaan thi.)
alchemy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈælkəmi/
रसायनशास्त्र (rasayanashastra)

A medieval practice combining elements of chemistry and philosophy, aimed at transforming matter, especially turning base metals into gold.

"Medieval scientists devoted their lives to alchemy."

"मध्यकालीन वैज्ञानिकों ने अपनी ज़िन्दगी रसायनशास्त्र में समर्पित की।" (Madhyakalīn vaigyanikon ne apni zindagi rasayanashastra mein samarpit ki.)
alcove definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈælkoʊv/
कोने (kone)

A small recessed section of a room or a nook.

"She placed a reading chair in the alcove near the window."

"उसने खिड़की के पास कोने में एक पढ़ने की कुर्सी रखी थी।" (Usne khidki ke paas kone mein ek padhne ki kursi rakhi thi.)
alertly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb C1
/əˈlɜːrtli/
सतर्कता से (satarkta se)

in a watchful, attentive, and quick-to-notice manner

"She listened alertly to every sound in the dark forest."

"वह अंधेरे जंगल में हर आवाज़ को सतर्कता से सुन रही थी।" (vah andhere jangal mein har aavaaz ko satarkta se sun rahi thi)
alertness definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈlɜːrtnəs/
सतर्कता (satarkata)

the state of being mentally aware and quick to notice or respond; vigilance

"The driver maintained a high level of alertness during the long journey."

"लंबी यात्रा के दौरान चालक ने उच्च स्तर की सतर्कता बनाए रखी।" (lambi yatra ke dauran chalak ne ucch star ki satarkata banaye rakhi)
algorithm-driven definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
ˈæl.ɡə.rɪ.ðəm drɪv.ən
एल्गोरिथम-ड्रिवन। कंप्यूटर एल्गोरिदम द्वारा नियंत्रित। (algorithm-driven. computer algorithm dwara niyantrit.)

Controlled or powered by computer algorithms.

"Algorithm-driven systems increase accuracy."

"एल्गोरिथम-ड्रिवन सिस्टम सटीकता बढ़ाते हैं।" (Algorithm-driven system sathikta badhate hain.)
algorithmic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
ˌæl.ɡəˈrɪð.mɪk
एल्गोरिदमिक (algoridmik)

Related to calculations or analysis based on specific rules or methods.

"Algorithmic processes are essential for artificial intelligence."

"एल्गोरिदमिक प्रक्रियाएँ कृत्रिम बुद्धिमत्ता के लिए आवश्यक हैं।" (Algoridmik prakriyaen kritrim buddhimatta ke liye avashyak hain.)
alias definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, adverb C1
/ˈeɪliəs/
उपनाम (upnaam)

A false or assumed identity; also used to mean 'otherwise called'.

"The criminal was known by the alias 'Shadow'."

"अपराधी को 'शैडो' उपनाम से जाना जाता था।" (Aparadhi ko 'Shadow' upnaam se jaana jaata tha.)
alibi definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈælɪbaɪ/
बहाना (bahana)

A claim or piece of evidence that one was elsewhere when an act, typically a crime, was committed.

"She had a strong alibi that proved she was at the cinema during the theft."

"उसके पास एक मजबूत एलीबाई था जो साबित करता था कि वह चोरी के समय सिनेमा में थी।" (Uske paas ek majboot alibai tha jo sabit karta tha ki vah chori ke samay cinema mein thi.)
alienate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈeɪ.li.ə.neɪt/
परायापन करना (parayapan karna)

To make someone feel isolated or estranged; to cause someone to become unfriendly.

"His rude behavior alienated many of his friends."

"उसका रुखा व्यवहार कई दोस्तों को उससे दूर कर दिया।" (Uska rukha vyavhaar kai doston ko usse door kar diya.)
alienated definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
ˈeɪlɪəneɪtɪd
परायापन (parayapan)

Feeling isolated or estranged; disconnected from others or society.

"Alienated students are more prone to delinquency."

"परायापन महसूस करने वाले छात्र अपराध की ओर अधिक प्रवृत्त होते हैं।" (Parayapan mehsoos karne wale chhatra aparadh ki aur adhik pravritto hote hain.)
alienation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌeɪ.li.əˈneɪ.ʃən/
परायापन (parayapan)

The state of being isolated or estranged from a group or activity.

"The new policies created a sense of alienation among employees."

"नई नीतियों ने कर्मचारियों के बीच परायापन की भावना पैदा की।" (Nayi neetiyon ne karyakarion ke beech parayapan ki bhavana paida ki.)
alimony definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈæl.ɪ.moʊ.ni/
अलिमनी (alimony)

financial support that a person is ordered by a court to give to their spouse after separation or divorce

"He was ordered by the court to pay monthly alimony to his ex-wife."

"उसे अदालत द्वारा अपनी पूर्व पत्नी को मासिक ऐलिमनी देने का आदेश दिया गया था।" (Use adalat dwara apni purv patni ko masik alimony dene ka aadesh diya gaya tha.)
alkali definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈæl.kə.laɪ/
क्षार (kshar)

a soluble base substance, typically with a pH greater than 7, that neutralizes acids

"Soap contains alkali which helps remove grease."

"साबुन में क्षार होता है जो ग्रीस को हटाने में मदद करता है।" (Sabun mein kshar hota hai jo grease ko hatane mein madad karta hai.)
allegiance definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈliːdʒəns/
वफादारी (vafadaari)

loyalty or commitment to a group, cause, or leader

"The soldiers swore allegiance to their country."

"सैनिकों ने अपने देश के प्रति वफादारी की शपथ ली।" (sainikon ne apne desh ke prati vafadaari ki shapath li)
allegory definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈælɪɡəri/
रूपक कथा (roopak katha)

a story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, often moral or political

"The novel is an allegory of the struggle between good and evil."

"उपन्यास अच्छाई और बुराई के बीच संघर्ष की एक रूपक कथा है।" (Upanyas achhai aur burai ke beech sangharsh ki ek roopak katha hai.)
allergen definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˈælərdʒən
एलर्जिक प्रतिक्रिया उत्पन्न करने वाला पदार्थ (allergic pratikriya utpann karne wala padarth)

A substance that causes an allergic reaction.

"Pollen is a common allergen that affects many people."

"पोलन एक सामान्य एलर्जेन है जो कई लोगों को प्रभावित करता है।" (Polan ek samanay allergen hai jo kai logon ko prabhavit karta hai.)
alleviate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈliːvieɪt/
कम करना (kam karna)

to make suffering, pain, or a problem less severe

"The medicine helped alleviate her headache."

"दवा ने उसके सिरदर्द को कम किया।" (Dawa ne uske sirdard ko kam kiya.)
alliteration definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˌlɪtəˈreɪʃən/
अनुप्रास (anupras)

the occurrence of the same consonant sound at the beginning of words in close succession

"She used alliteration in her poem to add musicality."

"उसने अपनी कविता में संगीतत्मकता जोड़ने के लिए अनुप्रास का इस्तेमाल किया।" (Usne apni kavita mein sangeetatmakta jodne ke liye anupras ka istemal kiya.)
allot definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈlɒt/
खुशी (khushi)

to give or assign something, often a share or portion, to someone

"Each student was allotted ten minutes to present."

"वह पुरस्कार प्राप्त करने पर अपनी खुशी छिपा नहीं सकी।" (Vah puraskar prapt karne par apni khushi chhupa nahin saki.)
allotment definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈlɒtmənt/
आवंटन (aavantan)

A portion of something allocated or assigned to someone.

"Each student received an allotment of supplies for the project."

"प्रत्येक छात्र को परियोजना के लिए आपूर्ति का एक आवंटन मिला।" (Pratyek chhatra ko pariyojna ke liye aapurti ka ek aavantan mila.)
alloy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈælɔɪ/
धातु मिश्रण (dhatu mishran)

A mixture of metals or a metal combined with another element.

"Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin."

"तांबा और टिन का मिश्रण कांसा है।" (Tamba aur tin ka mishran kansa hai.)
allude definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈluːd/
इशारा करना (ishara karna)

To refer to something indirectly or casually.

"The professor alluded to Shakespeare during the lecture."

"प्रोफेसर ने लेक्चर के दौरान शेक्सपियर का इशारा किया।" (Professor ne lecture ke dauran Shakespeare ka ishara kiya.)
allure definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈlʊr/
आकर्षण (akarshan)

To attract or tempt someone with charm or appeal.

"The city allures tourists with its vibrant nightlife."

"शहर अपनी रंगीन रात की जिंदगी से पर्यटकों को आकर्षित करता है।" (Shehar apni rangeen raat ki zindagi se paryatakoon ko akarshit karta hai.)
Alluring definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/əˈlʊr.ɪŋ/
आकर्षक और लुभावना; मोहित करने वाला (aakarshak aur lubhaavnaa; mohit karne waala)

attractive and tempting; fascinating

"The alluring fragrance of roses filled the garden."

"गुलाबों की आकर्षक खुशबू ने बगीचे को भर दिया।" (Gulaabon ki aakarshak khushboo ne bagiche ko bhar diya.)
allusion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈluːʒən/
संज्ञान (sanjgn)

An indirect reference to something without mentioning it explicitly.

"Her story contained an allusion to a famous myth."

"उसकी कहानी में एक प्रसिद्ध मिथक का संज्ञान था।" (Uski kahani mein ek prasiddh mithak ka sanjgn tha.)
adjective C1
/ɔːlˈmaɪ.ti/
सर्वशक्तिमान (sarvashaktimaan)

having unlimited power; omnipotent

"The almighty storm destroyed everything in its path."

"सर्वशक्तिमान तूफान ने अपनी राह में सब कुछ तबाह कर दिया।" (Sarvashaktimaan toofan ne apni raah mein sab kuch tabaah kar diya.)
aloft definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb C1
/əˈlɒft/
ऊँचा (ooncha)

Up in or into the air; overhead.

"The kite was flying aloft in the clear sky."

"पतंग साफ आकाश में ऊँचा उड़ रही थी।" (Patang saaf aakash mein ooncha ud rahi thi.)
aloof definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/əˈluːf/
अलग (alag)

Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant.

"He remained aloof during the entire discussion."

"वह पूरे चर्चा के दौरान अलग रहा।" (vah poore charcha ke dauran alag raha.)
alto definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈæltoʊ/
आल्टो (संगीत का एक स्वर) (alto)

the second highest adult singing voice, between soprano and tenor

"She sang the alto part in the choir beautifully."

"वह कोर में आल्टो हिस्सा गाती थी।" (vah kor mein alto hissa gati thi.)
altruism definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈæltruɪzəm/
परहितवाद (parhitvaad)

the belief in or practice of selfless concern for the well-being of others

"Her altruism led her to volunteer at the shelter every weekend."

"उसका परहितवाद उसे हर हफ्ते शेल्टर में स्वयंसेवी बनने के लिए प्रेरित करता था।" (Uska parhitvaad use har hafte shelter mein swayamsevi banne ke liye prerith karta tha.)
altruistic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌæl.truˈɪs.tɪk/
परार्थवादी (pararthvadi)

showing selfless concern for the well-being of others; unselfish

"Her altruistic nature made her volunteer at the shelter every weekend."

"उसकी परार्थवादी प्रकृति ने उसे हर सप्ताहांत शेल्टर में स्वेच्छा से काम करने के लिए प्रेरित किया।" (uski pararthvadi prakriti ne use har saptahant shelter mein swachhcha se kaam karne ke liye prerit kiya.)
noun C1
/əˈlʌmnəs/
पूर्व छात्र (purv chhatr)

a former student or graduate of a school, college, or university

"He is an alumnus of Harvard University."

"वह हार्वर्ड विश्वविद्यालय का एक पूर्व छात्र है।" (Vah Harvard vishwavidyalay ka ek purv chhatr hai.)
amass definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈmæs/
संग्रह करना (sangrah karna)

to gather together or accumulate over a period of time

"He managed to amass a fortune through wise investments."

"उसने बुद्धिमानी से निवेश करके एक बड़ा भाग्य जमा किया।" (usne buddhimani se nivesh karke ek bada bhagy jama kiya.)
ambiguity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˌæm.bɪˈɡjuː.ə.ti
अस्पष्टता, अनिश्चितता, द्वंद्व (aspashtata, anishchayata, dvandv)

Uncertainty, vagueness, unclear meaning.

"The law's ambiguity caused confusion."

"कानून की अस्पष्टता ने भ्रम पैदा किया।" (Kanoon ki aspashtata ne bhram paida kiya.)
ambivalence definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/æmˈbɪvələns/
द्विविधता (dvividhta)

The state of having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something.

"He felt ambivalence about moving to a new city."

"उसे एक नए शहर में जाने के बारे में द्विविधता महसूस हो रही थी।" (use ek naye shahar mein jaane ke baare mein dvividhta mehsoos ho rahi thi.)
ambivalent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/æmˈbɪvələnt/
द्विधाग्रस्त (dvidhagrasth)

Having mixed or contradictory feelings about something or someone.

"She was ambivalent about accepting the new job offer."

"वह नए नौकरी के प्रस्ताव को स्वीकार करने के बारे में द्विधाग्रस्त थी।" (vah naye naukri ke prastav ko sveekar karne ke baare mein dvidhagrasth thi.)
ambush definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈæmbʊʃ/
घात लगाना (ghat lagana)

To attack suddenly and unexpectedly from a hidden position.

"The soldiers planned to ambush the enemy at dawn."

"सैनिकों ने सुबह दुश्मन पर घात लगाकर हमला करने की योजना बनाई।" (sainikon ne subah dushman par ghat lagakar hamla karne ki yojana banai.)
amenable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/əˈmiːnəbl/
सहयोगी (sahyogi)

willing to cooperate or be influenced; open to suggestions

"She was amenable to the idea of working longer hours."

"वह लंबे घंटे काम करने के विचार से सहमत थी।" (Vah lambe ghante kaam karne ke vichar se sahmat thi.)
Amiable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈeɪmiəbəl/
मिलनसार (milansar)

Having a friendly and pleasant manner.

"She has an amiable personality that makes her well-liked by everyone."

"उसका मिलनसार स्वभाव उसे सभी द्वारा पसंद किया जाता है।" (uska milansar svabhaav use sabhi dwara pasand kiya jata hai.)
adverb C1
/ˈeɪ.mi.ə.bli/
दोस्ताना ढंग से, स्नेहपूर्वक (dostana dhang se, snehpurvak)

in a friendly and pleasant manner

"They discussed the issue amiably without any arguments."

"उन्होंने बिना किसी तर्क के दोस्ताना तरीके से मुद्दे पर चर्चा की।" (unhone bina kisi tark ke dostana tareeke se mudde par charcha ki)
amicable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈæmɪkəbəl/
मैत्रीपूर्ण (maitripurn)

Friendly and peaceful, especially in resolving conflicts.

"The two companies reached an amicable agreement after months of negotiation."

"दो कंपनियाँ महीनों की बातचीत के बाद एक मैत्रीपूर्ण समझौते पर पहुंची।" (do kompaniyan mahino ki baatchit ke baad ek maitripurn samjhote par pahunche.)
adverb C1
/ˈæm.ɪ.kə.bli/
मित्रवत तरीके से (mitravat tareeke se)

in a friendly way without anger or resentment

"The divorce was settled amicably between both parties."

"दिवोर्स को दोनों पक्षों के बीच मित्रवत तरीके से सुलझा लिया गया।" (divors ko dono pakshon ke beech mitravat tareeke se suljha liya gaya.)
amiss definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective/adverb C1
/əˈmɪs/
ग़लत (galat)

Not quite right; inappropriate or out of place.

"Something seems amiss with the car's engine."

"कार के इंजन में कुछ ग़लत लगता है।" (kaar ke engine mein kuch galat lagta hai.)