Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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eject

verb
/ɪˈdʒɛkt/

to force someone or something out, usually from a place or position

"The referee had to eject the player for unsportsmanlike behavior."

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verb
/ɪˈdʒektɪd/

to force someone or something to leave a place; to push or throw something out forcefully

"The pilot was ejected from the aircraft during the emergency."

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eke

verb
/iːk/

to make a small amount of something last longer by using it sparingly

"The family tried to eke out their savings during the tough months."

verb, adjective
/ɪˈlæbəreɪt/ (verb), /ɪˈlæbərət/ (adjective)

verb: to explain something in detail; adjective: detailed and complicated in design

"She asked him to elaborate on his proposal."

noun
/ɪˌlæbəˈreɪʃən/

the process of adding more detail or expanding on something

"The teacher appreciated the student's elaboration of the topic."

verb
/ɪˈlæps/

to pass or go by, usually referring to time

"Several hours elapsed before he finally returned home."

adjective
/ɪˈlæstɪk/

Able to return to its original shape or size after being stretched or compressed.

"The waistband of the pants is made of elastic material."

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noun
/ɪˌlæˈstɪsɪti/

The ability of an object or material to resume its normal shape after being stretched or compressed.

"Rubber has a high degree of elasticity."

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elate

verb
/ɪˈleɪt/

To make someone very happy or proud.

"The success of the project elated the whole team."

adjective
/ɪˈleɪtɪd/

Extremely happy and excited.

"She was elated when she heard the good news."

noun
/ɪˈleɪʃən/

A feeling of great happiness and excitement.

"His elation was evident after winning the championship."

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Elbow

noun/verb
/ˈɛl.boʊ/

The joint connecting the forearm and the upper arm; as a verb, to push aside using the elbow.

"He accidentally hit the table with his elbow."

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elder

noun
/ˈɛldər/

a person who is older or has higher rank; an older person in a family or community

"We should always respect our elders."

adjective
/ˈɛldərli/

Being old or advanced in years.

"The elderly man walks slowly across the street."

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elect

verb
/ɪˈlɛkt/

To choose someone for a position or office by voting.

"The citizens elected a new president."

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election

noun
/ɪˈlɛkʃən/

The process of choosing someone for public office by voting.

"The election will be held next month."

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electoral

adjective
/ɪˈlɛktərəl/

related to elections or voting

"The electoral process in the country has been reformed in recent years."

adjective
/ɪˈlɛktrɪk/

Relating to or operated by electricity.

"The room was lit by an electric lamp."

noun
/ɪˈlɛktrɪk drɪl/

A power tool used for drilling holes in various materials

"He used an electric drill to make holes in the wall for hanging pictures."

noun
/ɪˈlek.trɪk fæn/

a device with rotating blades that creates airflow to cool or ventilate a room

"The electric fan keeps the room cool during hot summer days."

noun
/ɪˈlɛktrɪk ˈkɛtəl/

An electrical appliance that heats water quickly using electricity

"The electric kettle automatically turns off when the water starts boiling."

adjective
/ɪˈlɛktrɪkəl/

related to electricity or the use of electrical power

"The electrical system in the house needs repair."

noun
/ɪˌlɛkˈtrɪsɪti/

A form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles.

"The storm caused a power cut and we had no electricity."

verb
/ɪˈlɛktrɪfaɪ/

to charge with electricity; to excite or thrill intensely

"The speaker's speech electrified the audience."

noun
/ɪˌlɛkˈtrɑː.lə.sɪs/

A chemical decomposition produced by passing an electric current through a liquid or solution.

"Electrolysis is used to separate hydrogen from water."

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noun
/ɪˈlɛk.trəʊ.laɪts/

Minerals in body fluids that carry an electric charge and are essential for many bodily functions.

"Electrolytes help maintain proper fluid balance in the body."

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adjective
ɪˌlektrəʊmæɡˈnetɪk

Relating to both electricity and magnetism or their interaction.

"Electromagnetic forces repel protons."

adjective
/ɪˌlɛkˈtrɒnɪk/

Operating with or produced by the use of electronic devices.

"She bought an electronic keyboard for her music lessons."

noun
/ɪˌlɛkˈtrɒnɪks/

the branch of physics and technology dealing with circuits and devices using transistors, microchips, and other components

"He studied electronics at university."

noun
/ɪˈlɛk.trə.taɪp/

A duplicate printing plate made by electroplating a mold of the original.

"The printer used an electrotype to produce multiple copies of the page."

adjective
/ˌɛl.ɪˈmɑː.səˌnɛr.i/

Relating to charity; dependent on or supported by charity.

"The hospital was founded as an eleemosynary institution."

adjective
/ˈɛlɪɡənt/

pleasingly graceful and stylish in appearance or manner

"She looked elegant in her evening gown."

adjective
/ˌɛl.ɪˈdʒaɪ.ək/

Expressing sorrow, often for something past; resembling an elegy.

"The novel ends on an elegiac note, mourning the lost era."

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elegy

noun
/ˈɛlɪdʒi/

A poem or song expressing sorrow, especially for someone who has died.

"The poet wrote an elegy for his late friend."

noun
/ˈɛlɪmənt/

A basic or essential part of something; a simple substance that cannot be broken down further.

"Trust is a key element of any strong relationship."

adjective
/ˌɛlɪˈmɛntəri/

Relating to the basic or fundamental aspects of something; simple or easy to understand.

"She gave an elementary explanation of the problem."

noun
/ˈɛlɪfənt/

a very large animal with a trunk, long curved tusks, and thick gray skin, found in Africa and Asia

"The elephant sprayed water over itself with its trunk."

noun
/ˈel.ɪ.fənt ˈæp.əl/

a tropical fruit with a hard shell and acidic flesh

"Elephant apple is used to make delicious jams and pickles."

adjective
/ˌɛlɪˈfæntaɪn/

Huge, clumsy, or resembling an elephant in size or movement.

"The man moved with an elephantine grace."

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elevate

verb
/ˈɛlɪveɪt/

To raise or lift something to a higher position; to improve in status, mood, or quality.

"Good music can elevate your mood instantly."

noun
/ˌɛlɪˈveɪʃən/

The act of raising something to a higher position or level.

"The hikers reached a high elevation after hours of climbing."

noun
/ˈɛləˌveɪtər/

a machine that carries people or goods up and down between floors in a building

"We took the elevator to the tenth floor."

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eleven

number
/ɪˈlɛvən/

the number after ten and before twelve; 11

"There are eleven students in the classroom."

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verb
/ɪˈlɪsɪt/

To draw out a response, answer, or reaction from someone.

"The teacher’s question elicited thoughtful answers from the students."

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noun
/ˌel.ɪ.dʒəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

the state of having the right to do or obtain something

"Students must meet certain requirements to maintain their eligibility for the scholarship."

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adjective
/ˈɛlɪdʒəbl/

Qualified or allowed to do or receive something.

"Only members are eligible to vote in the election."

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verb
/ɪˈlɪməˌneɪt/

To completely remove or get rid of something.

"The new policy aims to eliminate corruption in the system."

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noun
ɪˌlɪm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən

The complete removal or destruction of something.

"The elimination of emissions is a priority."

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elite

noun
/ɪˈliːt/ or /eɪˈliːt/

A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities.

"Only the elite were invited to the exclusive event."

noun/adjective
/ɪˈliːtɪst/

A person who believes that a society should be led by an elite; showing preference for a privileged class.

"His elitist attitude made him unpopular among his peers."