Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adjective
/ɪˈkwɪvələnt/

Equal in value, function, meaning, or effect.

"One euro is roughly equivalent to one dollar."

adjective
/ɪˈkwɪvəkəl/

Open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous.

"His equivocal answer confused everyone."

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verb
/ɪˈkwɪvəˌkeɪt/

To speak ambiguously or avoid giving a clear answer.

"The politician equivocated when asked about the scandal."

noun
/ɪˌkwɪvəˈkeɪʃən/

The use of ambiguous language to conceal the truth or to avoid committing oneself.

"The politician’s equivocation frustrated voters who wanted a clear answer."

Era

noun
/ˈɪərə/

a long and distinct period of history with a particular feature or characteristic

"The invention of the internet marked a new era in communication."

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verb
/ɪˈrædɪˌkeɪt/

To completely destroy or eliminate something harmful.

"Scientists are working hard to eradicate malaria."

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noun
ɪˌræd.ɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

The complete destruction or elimination of something unwanted.

"Carbon eradication is a key goal of the project."

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erase

verb
/ɪˈreɪs/

to remove completely; to delete or wipe out

"Use an eraser to erase the pencil marks."

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erect

verb
/ɪˈrɛkt/

to build or construct something upright

"The workers erected a new building in the city center."

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erecting

verb
ɪˈrɛktɪŋ

To build; construct; set up in a vertical position.

"The workers were erecting a new building downtown."

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adjective
/ˌɜː.ɡəˈnɒm.ɪk/

Designed for efficiency and comfort in the working environment.

"The office chairs are designed to be ergonomic."

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erode

verb
/ɪˈroʊd/

to gradually wear away or destroy by natural forces such as water, wind, or chemical action

"The coastline has begun to erode due to constant waves."

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noun
/ɪˈroʊ.ʒən/

the process of wearing away rock, soil, or land by wind, water, or ice

"Coastal erosion has caused significant damage to the shoreline over the years."

adjective
/ɪˈrɒtɪk/

relating to or tending to arouse sexual desire or excitement

"The novel contained several erotic scenes."

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err

verb
/ɜːr/

to make a mistake or be incorrect

"To err is human, to forgive divine."

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adjective
/ˈɛrənt/

behaving wrongly or straying from the proper course or standards

"The teacher disciplined the errant student."

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adjective
/ɪˈrætɪk/

not regular or consistent; unpredictable in behavior or movement

"His erratic driving scared the passengers."

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adjective
/ɪˈrəʊniəs/

containing or based on error; incorrect or mistaken

"The report was filled with erroneous assumptions."

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Error

noun
/ˈɛrər/

A mistake or inaccuracy in action, thought, or judgment.

"The report contained a major error in the data analysis."

adjective
/ˈɛrzæts/

made or used as a substitute, typically an inferior one

"The cheap shoes were made of ersatz leather."

adjective
/ˈɜːrstwaɪl/

former or in the past

"They were erstwhile friends but no longer speak."

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adjective
/ˈɛrjʊˌdaɪt/

having or showing great knowledge or learning

"The professor gave an erudite lecture on philosophy."

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noun
/ˌɛrjʊˈdɪʃən/

extensive knowledge acquired through reading and study

"Her erudition was evident in her detailed analysis of the text."

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erupt

verb
/ɪˈrʌpt/

to burst forth suddenly and violently

"The volcano erupted after centuries of dormancy."

noun
/ɪˈrʌp.ʃən/

a sudden violent occurrence or outburst; volcanic explosion

"The volcanic eruption forced thousands of people to evacuate the area."

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verb
/ˈɛskəleɪt/

to increase rapidly or make something become more intense or serious

"The conflict began to escalate after the negotiations failed."

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noun
ˌes.kəˈleɪ.ʃən

A rapid increase; a rise.

"The escalation of production costs impacts profitability."

noun
/ˈɛskəpeɪd/

an adventurous, exciting, or reckless act

"Their summer escapade included camping and mountain climbing."

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Escape

verb
/ɪˈskeɪp/

To break free from confinement or control; to get away.

"The prisoner tried to escape from jail."

verb
/ɪsˈtʃuː/

to deliberately avoid or abstain from something

"She chose to eschew junk food for a healthier diet."

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escort

verb
/ˈɛskɔrt/

to accompany someone; to guide or protect while going somewhere

"The guard escorted the visitor to the office."

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escutcheon

noun
/ɪˈskʌtʃən/

a shield or emblem bearing a coat of arms

"The family crest was displayed on the escutcheon above the fireplace."

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adjective
/ˌɛsəˈtɛrɪk/

intended for or understood by only a small number of people with special knowledge

"The professor gave an esoteric lecture on ancient philosophy."

adjective
/ɪˈspeʃəl/

Particularly remarkable or significant; distinguished from others

"This is an especial opportunity you should not miss."

adverb
/ɪˈspɛʃəli/

Used to single out one person, thing, or situation over all others.

"I love all kinds of fruit, especially mangoes."

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espionage

noun
/ˈɛspiənɑːʒ/

The practice of spying or using spies to gather secret information, usually for political or military purposes.

"The agent was arrested on charges of espionage against the state."

verb
/ɪˈspaʊz/

To adopt or support a cause, belief, or way of life.

"She espoused the philosophy of nonviolence throughout her career."

noun
/ɛˌspriː də ˈkɔːr/

A feeling of pride, fellowship, and loyalty shared by members of a group.

"The team's esprit de corps was evident in their cooperative effort."

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espy

verb
/ɪˈspaɪ/

To catch sight of or notice something, especially from a distance.

"From the hilltop, she espied a small village in the valley."

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esquire

noun
/ˈɛskwaɪər/

A title of respect often used after a man's name, especially for lawyers in the United States.

"John Smith, Esquire, will be representing the client in court."

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essay

noun
/ˈɛseɪ/

A short piece of writing on a particular subject.

"She wrote an essay about climate change."

noun
/ˈɛsəns/

The intrinsic nature or indispensable quality of something that determines its character.

"The essence of democracy is freedom of speech."

adjective
/ɪˈsɛnʃəl/

Absolutely necessary; extremely important.

"Water is essential for life."

adverb
/ɪˈsɛnʃəli/

Used to emphasize the basic or fundamental nature of something.

"The two plans are essentially the same."

verb
/ɪˈstæblɪʃ/

To set up, create, or bring into existence something on a firm basis.

"The company plans to establish a new office in Dhaka."

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verb
ɪˈstæb.lɪʃt

Set up on a firm or permanent basis; having existed for a long time and therefore recognized.

"BPSC was established in 1972."

noun
/ɪˈstæblɪʃmənt/

An organization, business, or system; the act of setting something up.

"The restaurant is a new establishment in town."

noun
/ɪˈsteɪt/

A large area of land, property, or possessions owned by someone, often including a big house.

"The family owned a large estate in the countryside."

noun/verb
/ɪˈstiːm/

Respect and admiration, typically for a person.

"She is held in high esteem by her colleagues."

adjective
/ɪˈstiːmd/

respected and admired; held in high regard

"He is an esteemed professor at the university."