Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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allege

verb
/əˈlɛdʒ/

to claim or assert something, typically without proof

"The witness alleged that the man was at the crime scene."

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alleged

adjective
/əˈlɛdʒd/

said or thought to be true, but not proven

"The alleged thief was caught by the police."

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allegedly

adverb
/əˈlɛdʒɪdli/

used to say that something is claimed to be true, though not proven

"He was allegedly involved in the robbery."

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allegiance

noun
/əˈliːdʒəns/

loyalty or commitment to a group, cause, or leader

"The soldiers swore allegiance to their country."

noun
/ˈælɪɡəri/

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."

allergen definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˈælərdʒən

A substance that causes an allergic reaction.

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

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verb
/əˈliːvieɪt/

to make suffering, pain, or a problem less severe

"The medicine helped alleviate her headache."

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alley

noun
/ˈæli/

a narrow passageway between or behind buildings

"They walked through a dark alley to reach the main road."

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noun
/əˈlaɪəns/

a formal agreement or union between groups, countries, or organizations for mutual benefit

"The two countries formed an alliance to strengthen their defense."

adjective
/əˈlaɪd/

joined by agreement or treaty; associated; connected

"The allied forces worked together during the war."

noun
/ˈæl.ɪ.ɡeɪ.tər/

a large reptile similar to a crocodile but with a shorter, wider head

"The alligator basked in the sun on the riverbank."

verb
/əˈlɪtəreɪt/

to repeat the same consonant sound at the beginning of words in a phrase or sentence

"The poet often alliterates words to create rhythm."

noun
/əˌlɪtəˈreɪʃən/

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

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

verb
/ˈæləkeɪt/

to distribute or assign resources, duties, or responsibilities for a specific purpose

"The manager allocated funds for the new project."

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noun
/ˌæləˈkeɪʃən/

the process or action of distributing something

"The allocation of funds will be decided next week."

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allot

verb
/əˈlɒt/

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

"Each student was allotted ten minutes to present."

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noun
/əˈlɒtmənt/

A portion of something allocated or assigned to someone.

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

verb
/əˈlaʊ/

to give permission for something to happen or someone to do something

"The teacher did not allow phones in class."

noun
/əˈlaʊəns/

a sum of money given regularly, typically for a specific purpose

"He gets a weekly allowance from his parents."

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alloy

noun
/ˈælɔɪ/

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

"Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin."

verb
/əˈluːd/

To refer to something indirectly or casually.

"The professor alluded to Shakespeare during the lecture."

allure definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/əˈlʊr/

To attract or tempt someone with charm or appeal.

"The city allures tourists with its vibrant nightlife."

adjective
/əˈlʊr.ɪŋ/

attractive and tempting; fascinating

"The alluring fragrance of roses filled the garden."

noun
/əˈluːʒən/

An indirect reference to something without mentioning it explicitly.

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

adjective
/əˈluːsɪv/

Making indirect references or hints; suggestive without being explicit.

"The novel is full of allusive passages that point to classical literature."

adjective
/əˈluːviəl/

Relating to or derived from alluvium (loose soil or sediment deposited by rivers).

"The farmers cultivate crops on the fertile alluvial plains."

noun
/əˈluːviən/

The gradual increase of land by the deposit of soil from water; also, a flood or overflow of water.

"The river’s alluvion added new fertile land to the village fields."

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alluvium

noun
/əˈluː.vi.əm/

Fertile soil deposited by flowing water, especially in riverbanks.

"The alluvium in riverbanks is highly fertile for agriculture."

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ally

verb
/ˈælaɪ/

To unite or form a connection or partnership with another person, group, or nation.

"The two countries decided to ally against their common enemy."

noun
/ˈɔːlmənæk/

An annual publication containing calendars, weather forecasts, astronomical data, and other useful information.

"He consulted the almanac to check the phases of the moon."

adjective
/ɔːlˈmaɪ.ti/

having unlimited power; omnipotent

"The almighty storm destroyed everything in its path."

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Almirah

noun
/ˈæl.mɪ.rə/

a large cupboard or wardrobe used for storing clothes and other items

"I keep all my clothes in the wooden almirah."

noun
/ˈɑːmənd/

edible seed of the almond tree, rich in protein and healthy fats

"She eats almonds every morning for breakfast."

adverb
/ˈɔːlmoʊst/

very nearly, but not exactly or completely

"He almost missed the train."

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alms

noun
/ɑːmz/

Money, food, or goods given to the poor as charity.

"The monk distributed alms to the needy villagers."

noun
/ˈæl.oʊ ˈvɪər.ə/

a succulent plant with thick fleshy leaves and medicinal properties; produces tubular flowers

"The aloe vera plant blooms with orange or yellow tubular flowers."

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aloft

adverb
/əˈlɒft/

Up in or into the air; overhead.

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

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alone

adjective, adverb
/əˈloʊn/

having no one else present; on one's own

"She prefers to live alone in her apartment."

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along

preposition, adverb
/əˈlɔːŋ/

moving in a constant direction on (a road, path, or surface)

"We walked along the river."

preposition
/əˈlɔːŋsaɪd/

next to or together with someone or something

"She worked alongside her brother in the family business."

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aloof

adjective
/əˈluːf/

Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant.

"He remained aloof during the entire discussion."

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Aloud

adverb
/əˈlaʊd/

in a voice that can be heard; not silently

"Please read the instructions aloud so everyone can hear."

noun
/ˈæl.fə.bɛt/

a set of letters or symbols in a fixed order used to represent the sounds of a language

"Children usually learn the alphabet before learning to read words."

adjective
/ˌælfəˈbɛtɪkəl/

Arranged in the order of the letters of the alphabet.

"The names were listed in alphabetical order."

adverb
/ˌælfəˈbɛtɪkli/

in the order of the letters of the alphabet

"The names are listed alphabetically in the register."

adverb
/ɔːlˈrɛdi/

before or by now; prior to a time in question

"I have already finished my homework."

adjective, adverb, interjection
/ɔːlˈraɪt/

satisfactory or acceptable; safe or unharmed; used to express agreement or acknowledgment

"Everything is going to be alright."

also

adverb
/ˈɔːlsoʊ/

in addition; too

"She sings beautifully and also plays the guitar."

noun
/ˈɔːltər/

A table or flat surface used in religious rituals or worship.

"The priest placed the offerings on the altar."

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alter

verb
/ˈɔːltər/

to change or modify something slightly but significantly

"She decided to alter her dress to make it fit better."