Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adverb
/ˈbɪt.ə.li/

in an angry, hurt, or resentful way; extremely; severely

"She complained bitterly about the unfair treatment."

noun
/ˈbɪtərnəs/

a feeling of anger and unhappiness caused by unfair treatment or disappointment

"His bitterness after the breakup was evident to everyone."

noun
/ˈbɪvuˌæk/

a temporary camp without tents or cover, usually used by soldiers or mountaineers

"The climbers set up a bivouac on the mountainside."

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Biz

noun
/bɪz/

business (informal); commercial enterprise or activity

"He's been in the restaurant biz for twenty years."

adjective
/bɪˈzɑːr/

very strange or unusual, especially so as to cause interest or amusement

"He told a bizarre story that no one could believe."

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blab

verb, noun
/blæb/

to talk too much or reveal secrets carelessly; excessive or foolish talk

"He accidentally blabbed the surprise to everyone."

adjective
/blæk/

of the very darkest color due to the absence of light

"She wore a black dress to the party."

noun
/blæk ˈber.i/

a small dark purple or black fruit that grows on bushes

"We picked fresh blackberries from the garden for our pie."

noun
/blæk ˈkɑːr.də.məm/

a large aromatic spice pod with a smoky flavor, commonly used in Indian and Middle Eastern cooking

"Add black cardamom to the curry for a rich, smoky flavor."

noun
/blæk ˈpep.ər/

a hot-tasting spice made from dried peppercorns, widely used for seasoning food

"Season the steak with salt and freshly ground black pepper."

noun
/blæk plʌm/

a dark purple or black colored edible fruit with sweet and sour taste

"I picked some fresh black plums from the tree in our backyard."

noun
/blæk sɔːlt/

a type of rock salt with a distinctive sulfuric flavor, commonly used in Indian cuisine

"Add a pinch of black salt to enhance the flavor of the fruit salad."

noun
/blæk sneɪk/

a snake with dark or black colored skin

"The black snake slithered through the grass."

noun
/blæk biː/

a large dark-colored bee that makes a loud buzzing sound

"The black-bee was buzzing around the flowers in the garden."

verb
/ˈblækˌbɔːl/

to exclude someone socially or vote against their membership in a group or club

"He was blackballed from the club after the controversy."

verb
/ˈblækən/

to make something black or darker; to stain, soil, or tarnish

"Smoke from the fire began to blacken the walls."

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blackmail

noun, verb
/ˈblækmeɪl/

the act of demanding money or advantage by threatening to reveal secrets; to force someone to act by using such threats

"He tried to blackmail her by threatening to reveal the documents."

noun
/ˈblæk.smɪθ/

a person who makes and repairs things made of iron

"The blacksmith hammered the hot iron into a horseshoe."

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Blade

noun
/bleɪd/

the flat cutting edge of a tool, knife, or weapon

"The blade of the knife was very sharp."

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Blain

noun
/bleɪn/

an inflammatory swelling or sore on the skin; a blister or pustule

"The doctor examined the blain on his arm."

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blame

verb
/bleɪm/

to hold someone responsible for a fault or wrong

"He blamed his friend for the mistake."

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blameless

adjective
/ˈbleɪmləs/

innocent of wrongdoing; not deserving blame

"She remained calm and blameless throughout the investigation."

verb
/blæntʃ/

to turn pale from shock, fear, or to briefly boil food to remove skin or prepare it

"She blanched at the sight of blood."

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bland

adjective
/blænd/

lacking strong features, flavor, or character; dull or uninteresting

"The soup was too bland for my taste."

verb
/ˈblændɪʃ/

to flatter or coax someone with kind words or praise in order to influence them

"He blandished the officials with compliments to gain their support."

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noun
/ˈblændɪʃmənt/

flattering or pleasing statement or action used to persuade someone gently

"She used every blandishment to win his support."

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blank

adjective
/blæŋk/

showing no expression or containing nothing written, printed, or recorded.

"Her face went blank when she heard the bad news."

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Blanket

noun
/ˈblæŋ.kɪt/

A large piece of cloth used for warmth, typically on a bed.

"She pulled the blanket over her shoulders to stay warm."

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blare

verb
/blɛər/

to make a loud, harsh sound

"The car horns blared all night."

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blase

adjective
/blɑːˈzeɪ/

unimpressed or indifferent to something because it has been experienced so often before

"After years of luxury travel, she felt blase about another trip to Paris."

verb
/blæsˈfiːm/

to speak irreverently about God or sacred things

"He was accused of blaspheming during the heated argument."

adjective
/ˈblæs.fə.məs/

showing disrespect or lack of reverence for God or sacred things

"The book was banned for its blasphemous content."

noun
/ˈblæs.fə.mi/

the act of speaking disrespectfully about God or sacred things

"In some countries, blasphemy is a punishable offense."

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blast

noun, verb
/blæst/

a strong gust of wind, an explosion, or a loud sound; to destroy or shatter by explosion

"The explosion sent a powerful blast through the building."

adjective
/ˈbleɪtənt/

done openly and unashamedly; obvious and offensive

"The company's blatant disregard for safety regulations angered the public."

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blaze

verb
/bleɪz/

to burn brightly or powerfully

"The fire blazed for hours before it was brought under control."

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noun
ˈbleɪzə

A coloured jacket worn by members of a club, team, or school as part of a uniform.

"He looked sharp in his navy blue blazer at the event."

adjective
/ˈbleɪzɪŋ/

burning fiercely; extremely hot; very bright

"The blazing sun made the day extremely hot."

verb
/ˈbleɪzən/

to display prominently or vividly

"The slogan was blazoned across the banner in bold letters."

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bleak

adjective
/bliːk/

cold, miserable, or without hope

"The future seemed bleak after the economic downturn."

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bleed

verb
/bliːd/

to lose blood from the body, especially due to injury

"She began to bleed from the cut on her arm."

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noun
/ˈblɛmɪʃ/

a small flaw or mark that spoils the appearance of something

"The mirror had a small blemish on its surface."

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blend

verb
/blɛnd/

to mix different substances or elements together so that they form a smooth combination

"She blended the fruits to make a smoothie."

noun
/ˈblen.dər/

an electric kitchen appliance used to mix, purée, or emulsify food and liquids

"She used the blender to make a delicious smoothie."

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bless

verb
/blɛs/

to ask for divine favor or protection for someone or something.

"The priest blessed the couple at their wedding ceremony."

noun
/ˈblɛsɪŋ/

a prayer asking for divine favor; something that brings happiness or benefit.

"Good health is a blessing we often take for granted."

noun
/blaɪt/

A disease or condition that causes plants to wither; something that spoils or damages.

"The drought was a blight on the farmer’s crops."

adjective
/ˈblaɪtɪd/

Spoiled, damaged, or destroyed.

"The blighted neighborhood was abandoned by most residents."

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blind

adjective
/blaɪnd/

Unable to see because of injury, disease, or a congenital condition.

"He has been blind since birth."

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blink

verb
/blɪŋk/

to close and open the eyes quickly.

"She blinked rapidly to clear the dust from her eyes."