Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/ˌluː.mɪˈnɒs.ɪ.ti/

The intrinsic brightness of a celestial object; the quality of emitting light.

"The luminosity of the star was measured with advanced instruments."

Luminous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ˈluː.mɪ.nəs/

Emitting or reflecting light, especially in the dark; shining brightly.

"The luminous stars lit up the night sky."

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Lump

noun
/lʌmp/

a compact mass of a substance, especially one without a definite or regular shape

"She found a lump of sugar in the bowl."

noun
/ˈluː.nə.si/

Extreme foolishness or madness; insanity.

"It was sheer lunacy to go hiking in the storm."

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Lunar

adjective
/ˈluː.nər/

Relating to the moon.

"The astronauts collected lunar samples during their mission."

noun
/ˈluːnər ɪˈklɪps/

an astronomical event when the Earth passes between the Sun and Moon, casting a shadow on the Moon

"We watched the lunar eclipse through telescopes last night."

noun/adjective
/ˈluː.nə.tɪk/

A person who is insane or acting in a foolish or reckless way; also used as an adjective meaning insane.

"The driver was driving like a lunatic on the highway."

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Lunch

noun
/lʌntʃ/

a meal eaten in the middle of the day

"We usually have lunch at 1 p.m."

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lune

noun
/luːn/

A crescent-shaped figure formed by two intersecting arcs; also means 'moon' in French.

"The mathematician studied the properties of the lune."

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Lung

noun
/lʌŋ/

Either of the two organs in the chest that are responsible for breathing and exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide.

"Smoking can seriously damage your lungs."

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Lungi

noun
/ˈlʊŋ.gi/

a traditional garment worn around the waist in South Asia

"He wore a comfortable lungi while relaxing at home."

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lurch

verb, noun
/lɜːrtʃ/

to make an abrupt, unsteady, or uncontrolled movement; a sudden movement or stagger

"The bus lurched forward as the driver hit the brakes."

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lure

verb
/lʊər/

to attract or tempt someone, often by offering something appealing

"The advertisement lured customers with promises of discounts."

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lurid

adjective
/ˈljʊərɪd/

shocking or sensational in a vivid way, often involving crime or violence

"The newspaper published a lurid account of the crime."

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lurk

verb
/lɜːrk/

to remain hidden so as to wait for an opportunity to attack or observe

"A stranger lurked in the shadows."

adjective
/ˈlʌʃəs/

deliciously sweet or rich; highly appealing to the senses

"She served a luscious chocolate cake."

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lush

adjective
/lʌʃ/

rich, abundant, and luxurious, especially referring to vegetation

"The valley was filled with lush green fields."

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Lust

noun
/lʌst/

a very strong sexual desire or an intense craving for something

"His mind was clouded by lust for power."

noun
/ˈlʌstər/

a gentle sheen or soft glow, especially from a polished surface

"The diamond had a brilliant luster."

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adjective
/ˈlʌstrəs/

having a gentle sheen or soft glow

"Her hair looked smooth and lustrous."

noun
/lʌɡˈʒʊəriəns/

abundant growth, richness, or elegance

"The garden was filled with the luxuriance of tropical plants."

adjective
/lʌɡˈʒʊəriənt/

abundant in growth or richly abundant

"The luxuriant forest was teeming with life."

verb
/lʌɡˈʒʊrieɪt/

to enjoy something in a self-indulgent way; to take pleasure in great comfort

"She luxuriated in the warm bubble bath after a long day."

adjective
/lʌɡˈʒʊəriəs/

extremely comfortable, elegant, or enjoyable, often involving great expense

"They stayed in a luxurious hotel during their vacation."

noun
/ˈlʌkʃəri/

a state of great comfort or elegance, often involving great expense

"Staying at a five-star hotel is a luxury for most people."

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lying

verb
/ˈlaɪɪŋ/

the act of not telling the truth

"He was caught lying about his grades."

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lyre

noun
/laɪər/

a stringed musical instrument of ancient Greece

"The musician played a melody on the lyre."

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lyric

noun
/ˈlɪrɪk/

the words of a song or a short poem that expresses personal feelings

"She memorized every lyric of her favorite song."