Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

monitoring definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˈmɒnɪtərɪŋ

The action of observing and checking the progress or quality of something over a period of time.

"Continuous monitoring ensures pests do not spread across the field."

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monitory

adjective
/ˈmɒnɪtəri/

Giving a warning or cautionary advice; serving to warn.

"His monitory tone made everyone cautious about their next move."

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Monk

noun
/mɒŋk/

a member of a religious community living under vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience

"The monk lived a simple and peaceful life in the monastery."

noun
/ˈmʌŋki/

a small to medium-sized primate with a long tail, known for its playfulness

"A monkey was jumping from tree to tree in the forest."

adjective
/ˌmɒnəkrəˈmætɪk/

Consisting of or displaying only one color.

"The artist created a striking monochromatic painting in shades of blue."

noun/adjective
/ˈmɒnəkrəʊm/

A photograph, painting, or screen image in black and white or varying tones of one color.

"The old film was shot entirely in monochrome."

noun
/ˈmɒnəkl/

A single round lens for one eye, used to correct or enhance vision.

"The old gentleman wore a monocle at formal events."

noun
/məˈnɒkrəsi/

A system of government by a single person; autocracy.

"The nation suffered under decades of monocracy."

monoculture definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˈmɒn.əˌkʌl.tʃər

Growing the same species of crop in a particular area for a long time.

"Monoculture can lead to soil depletion and pest outbreaks."

noun
/məˈnɒɡəmi/

The practice of being married to or in a relationship with only one person at a time.

"Many cultures encourage monogamy as the ideal form of marriage."

noun
/ˈmɒnəɡræm/

A design consisting of two or more letters, typically a person's initials, combined or interwoven.

"The towel was embroidered with her monogram."

noun
/ˈmɒnəɡrɑːf/

A detailed written study of a single specialized subject or aspect of it.

"The professor published a monograph on ancient pottery."

noun
/ˈmɒnəlɪθ/

A large single upright block of stone, or a large, powerful, indivisible organization or system.

"The ancient monolith stood in the desert for centuries."

adjective
/ˌmɒnəˈlɪθɪk/

Massive, uniform, and indivisible; resembling a large single stone or structure.

"The company maintained a monolithic structure resistant to change."

noun
/ˈmɒnəˌlɒɡ/

A long speech by one person, often in a play or performance.

"The actor delivered a powerful monologue on stage."

noun
/ˌmɒnəˈmeɪniə/

Excessive concentration or obsession with a single subject or idea.

"His monomania for collecting stamps worried his family."

monopolization definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
məˌnɒp.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

The process of gaining exclusive possession or control of a trade, commodity, or service.

"The monopolization of industries can limit consumer choices."

monopolize definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
məˈnɒp.ə.laɪz

Control exclusively, dominate market.

"The company tried to monopolize the market."

monopoly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/məˈnɒpəli/

Exclusive control over a market, product, or service.

"The company gained a monopoly over the mobile phone industry."

noun
/ˈmɒnəˌsɪləbəl/

A word consisting of only one syllable.

"Words like 'yes' and 'no' are monosyllables."

noun
mɒnəˈtɑːskɪŋ

The practice of dedicating oneself to a given task and minimizing potential interruptions until the task is completed or a significant period of time has elapsed.

"Monotasking can often lead to higher quality work."

noun
/ˈmɒnəˌθiːɪzəm/

The belief in the existence of only one God.

"Islam and Christianity are religions based on monotheism."

noun
/ˈmɒn.ə.təʊn/

A continuous sound, especially of a person's voice, that does not rise and fall in pitch.

"The teacher's monotone made the lecture hard to follow."

adjective
/məˈnɒt.ən.əs/

Dull, tedious, and repetitious; lacking in variety and interest.

"The monotonous routine of office work tired him out."

monotony definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/məˈnɒt.ə.ni/

Lack of variety and interest; tedious repetition and routine.

"He was tired of the monotony of daily commuting."

noun
/ˈmɒnstər/

an imaginary or large frightening creature

"The child was afraid that a monster was hiding under the bed."

adjective
/ˈmɒnstrəs/

extremely large; shockingly evil or wrong; abnormal or unnatural

"The monstrous crime shocked the entire community."

noun
/mɒnˈtɑːʒ/

A sequence of film editing or a composite image made by combining several separate pictures.

"The film opened with a montage of city life."

montane definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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montane

adjective
/ˈmɒn.teɪn/

Relating to mountainous regions; found in mountain environments.

"Montane forests host a variety of unique species."

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month

noun
/mʌnθ/

a period of about four weeks or one-twelfth of a year

"She visits her grandparents once a month."

adjective
/ˈmʌnθli/

happening, done, or published once a month

"Employees receive their salary on a monthly basis."

monument definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈmɒnjumənt/

a structure built to honor a person or event of historical importance

"The monument was built to commemorate the soldiers who died in the war."

monumental definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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monumental

adjective
/ˌmɒn.jʊˈmen.təl/

Great in importance, extent, or size; resembling or serving as a monument.

"The project was a monumental achievement for the team."

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Mood

noun
/muːd/

a temporary state of mind or feeling

"He was in a good mood after getting the job."

noun
/ˈmuːdi.nəs/

The state of being frequently subject to changes in mood, especially irritability or sadness.

"Her moodiness made it difficult to predict how she would react."

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Moon

noun
/muːn/

the natural satellite of the earth, visible mainly at night by reflected light from the sun

"The moon shines brightly in the night sky."

noun
/ˈmuːn.biːm/

A ray of light from the moon.

"A moonbeam lit up the quiet forest clearing."

moor

verb, noun
/mʊər/

As a verb: to tie a ship so that it stays in place. As a noun: open, uncultivated land.

"The sailors moored the ship at the dock."

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moot

adjective, verb
/muːt/

Adjective: subject to debate or irrelevant. Verb: to suggest an idea for discussion.

"The issue of funding became a moot point after the project was canceled."

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Moral

adjective, noun
/ˈmɔːrəl/

Adjective: concerned with principles of right and wrong. Noun: a lesson about right and wrong from a story or experience.

"The moral of the story is that honesty is the best policy."

noun
/məˈræl/

The confidence, enthusiasm, and discipline of a person or group at a particular time.

"The team's morale improved after their recent victory."

noun
/ˈmɒrəlɪst/

A person who teaches or promotes moral principles and values.

"The author was known as a strict moralist in his writings."

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Morality

noun
/məˈrælɪti/

Principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behavior.

"Society's sense of morality changes over time."

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moralize

verb
/ˈmɒrəlaɪz/

To comment on issues of right and wrong, often with an air of superiority.

"He tends to moralize about other people's choices."

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Morally

adverb
/ˈmɔːrəli/

in accordance with principles of right and wrong behavior; ethically

"She felt morally obligated to help the refugees."

noun
/məˈræs/

A complicated or confused situation; a swampy or boggy ground.

"The project got stuck in a bureaucratic morass."

noun
/ˌmɔːrəˈtɔːriəm/

A temporary suspension or delay of an activity, law, or obligation.

"The government announced a moratorium on new mining licenses."

adjective
/ˈmɔːrbɪd/

Having an abnormal interest in disturbing or unpleasant subjects such as death or disease.

"She had a morbid fascination with crime stories."

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mordacious

adjective
/mɔːrˈdeɪʃəs/

Sharp or biting in style, tone, or remark; sarcastic.

"The critic’s mordacious review offended the author."

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mordant

adjective
/ˈmɔːrdənt/

Having a sharp, critical, or biting quality; especially in humor.

"Her mordant wit often left her friends speechless."