Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/briːz/

a gentle wind; a light and pleasant current of air.

"A cool breeze came through the window."

noun
/ˈbriːzˌweɪ/

A roofed outdoor passage, often connecting two buildings.

"The breezeway connected the house to the garage."

noun
/ˈbrɛviˌɛri/

A book containing the service for each day, used in Christian liturgy.

"The monk read from the breviary during morning prayers."

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brevity

noun
/ˈbrɛvɪti/

Concise and exact use of words in writing or speech.

"The brevity of the speech kept the audience engaged."

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Bribe

verb
/braɪb/

To persuade someone to act in one's favor, typically illegally, by offering money or gifts.

"The official was caught trying to bribe the inspector."

noun
/ˈbrɪk ə ˌbræk/

Small decorative objects or ornaments, often of little value.

"The shelves were filled with old bric-a-brac from her travels."

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brick

noun
/brɪk/

A rectangular block of clay or similar material used in building walls and other structures.

"The workers laid brick after brick to build the wall."

noun
/ˈbrɪk.bæt/

a piece of brick, especially one used as a missile; harsh criticism or censure

"The angry protesters threw brickbats at the building windows."

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Bride

noun
/braɪd/

a woman on her wedding day or just before and after the event

"The bride looked stunning in her white dress."

noun
/ˈbraɪd.ɡrʊm/

a man on his wedding day or just before and after the event

"The nervous bridegroom waited at the altar for his bride to arrive."

noun
/brɪdʒ/

A structure built to span a physical obstacle, such as a river or road, for the purpose of providing passage.

"The bridge connects the two cities across the river."

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verb
/ˈbrɪdʒɪŋ/

The action of building a bridge over something; connecting or reducing the distance between two things.

"The new initiative is bridging the gap between urban and rural development."

noun/verb
/ˈbraɪ.dəl/

A bridle is a piece of equipment used to control a horse; as a verb, it means to show anger or to restrain.

"The rider tightened the bridle before setting off."

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Brief

adjective, noun, verb
/briːf/

Short in duration; a summary of information.

"The manager briefed the team before the meeting."

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Briefly

adverb
/ˈbriːfli/

For a short time; in a few words.

"She spoke briefly about her travel experience."

noun
/brɪˈɡeɪd/

A large group of people organized for a specific purpose, especially a military unit.

"The fire brigade arrived quickly to put out the flames."

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brigadier

noun
/ˌbrɪɡ.əˈdɪər/

A military officer rank, usually commanding a brigade.

"The brigadier inspected the troops before the parade."

noun
/ˈbrɪɡ.ənd/

A member of a gang that ambushes and robs people in forests or mountains; a bandit.

"The travelers were attacked by brigands in the mountains."

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Bright

adjective
/braɪt/

Giving out or reflecting a lot of light; intelligent or cheerful.

"The bright sun lit up the entire valley."

verb
/ˈbraɪtən/

to make something lighter or more colorful; to improve mood or make happier

"A few kind words can brighten someone's day."

adverb
/ˈbraɪtli/

in a way that gives off a lot of light; in a vivid, cheerful, or intelligent manner

"The stars shone brightly in the clear night sky."

adjective
/ˈbrɪliənt/

Exceptionally clever, talented, or impressive; very bright or radiant.

"She gave a brilliant performance on stage."

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Brim

noun/verb
/brɪm/

The edge of a container; as a verb, to be full to the point of overflowing.

"Her eyes brimmed with tears of joy."

noun
/ˈbrɪmˌstoʊn/

Sulfur, especially when considered as fiery and associated with hell or divine punishment.

"The preacher spoke of fire and brimstone to warn the congregation."

adjective
/ˈbrɪndl̩d/

Having a brownish or tawny color with streaks or spots of another color.

"The farmer owned a brindled cow with distinctive stripes."

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brine

noun
/braɪn/

Water saturated with salt, often used for preserving food.

"The olives were stored in brine to keep them fresh."

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bring

verb
/brɪŋ/

to carry or move something or someone to a place

"Please bring your books to class tomorrow."

noun
/ˈbrɪn.dʒəl/

a large purple vegetable that is white inside; also called eggplant

"My mother cooked brinjal curry for lunch."

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brink

noun
/brɪŋk/

The edge or point just before a significant event or change.

"The company was on the brink of bankruptcy."

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Brisk

adjective
/brɪsk/

Quick, energetic, and active in movement or speech.

"She took a brisk walk in the morning to stay healthy."

verb, noun
/ˈbrɪsəl/

to react angrily or defensively; a short stiff hair or fiber

"The cat bristled when it saw the dog."

adjective
/ˈbrɪslɪŋ/

full of energy, anger, or excitement; showing bristles standing up

"He entered the room bristling with confidence."

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britannia

noun
/brɪˈtæniə/

the personification of Britain, often shown as a woman with a helmet and shield

"Britannia has been a symbol of Britain since Roman times."

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briticism

noun
/ˈbrɪtɪˌsɪzəm/

a word, phrase, or characteristic feature of British English

"The word 'lorry' is a well-known Briticism."

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british

adjective
/ˈbrɪtɪʃ/

relating to Great Britain or its people

"She loves British culture and traditions."

adjective
/ˈbrɪtl/

easily broken or cracked; hard but liable to break

"The glass was so brittle that it cracked easily."

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verb
/broʊtʃ/

to bring up a subject for discussion

"She decided to broach the topic of salary with her manager."

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Broad

adjective
/brɔːd/

wide in extent, range, or scope

"The river is very broad at this point."

noun
/ˈbrɔːd.bænd/

a high-capacity transmission technique using a wide range of frequencies.

"Broadband internet has become a necessity in modern homes."

verb
/ˈbrɔːdˌkæst/

to transmit a program or information by radio, television, or online media

"The match was broadcast live on television."

noun
/ˈbrɔːdˌkæstər/

a person or organization that transmits a broadcast program.

"The broadcaster aired the match live to millions of viewers."

verb
/ˈbrɔːdən/

to make wider or larger in scope; to expand ideas, experience, or understanding

"Travel can broaden your perspective on different cultures."

adverb
/ˈbrɔːdli/

in a general or wide manner.

"The rules are broadly similar across all regions."

noun
/ˈbrɔːdˌsaɪd/

a strong verbal attack or a sheet of paper printed on one side

"The politician launched a broadside against his opponent."

noun
/brəˈkeɪd/

a rich fabric woven with a raised pattern, often in gold or silver thread

"She wore a beautiful brocade dress to the wedding."

noun
/broʊˈʃʊr/

a small booklet or pamphlet containing information or advertising

"The travel agent gave us a brochure about the holiday package."

noun
/ˈbroʊɡən/

A heavy, sturdy shoe, often made of leather.

"The farmer wore old brogans while working in the field."

noun
/broʊɡ/

A strong outdoor shoe; also a marked accent, especially Irish or Scottish.

"He bought a pair of stylish brogues for the wedding."

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broil

verb
/brɔɪl/

To cook food by direct heat, usually under a grill or over a fire.

"She broiled the chicken until it was golden brown."

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broke

verb; adjective
/broʊk/

past tense of break; having no money or being financially poor

"I broke my phone last night and now I’m completely broke."