Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

verb
/ˈwɒd.əl/

to walk with short steps and a clumsy swaying motion, like a duck

"The duck waddled across the yard."

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wade

verb
/weɪd/

to walk through water or another substance that impedes movement

"The children waded in the shallow river."

noun/verb
/ˈwɒf.əl/

as noun: a crisp cake with a pattern of deep squares; as verb: to speak or write vaguely without making a clear decision

"He kept waffling instead of making a decision."

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waft

verb
/wɑːft/

to move gently through the air, carried by a breeze

"The smell of fresh bread wafted through the kitchen."

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Wag

verb
/wæɡ/

to move or cause to move rapidly from side to side

"The dog wagged its tail happily."

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Wage

noun/verb
/weɪdʒ/

payment for work or services, usually on a daily or weekly basis; also to engage in or carry on (a war, campaign, or struggle)

"The workers demanded a fair wage for their labor."

adjective
/ˈwæɡ.ɪʃ/

playfully humorous or mischievous

"His waggish remarks made everyone laugh."

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wagon

noun
/ˈwæɡən/

a vehicle with four wheels used for carrying loads, often pulled by horses or a motor vehicle used for transporting goods or people

"The farmer loaded hay onto the wagon."

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Waif

noun
/weɪf/

a homeless, neglected, or abandoned person, often a child

"The young waif wandered the streets in search of food."

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Wail

noun
/weɪl/

a prolonged cry of pain, grief, or anger; to cry loudly

"The child's wail could be heard throughout the house."

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Waist

noun
/weɪst/

the part of the human body between the ribs and the hips

"He tied a belt around his waist."

noun
/weɪst tʃeɪn/

a decorative chain worn around the waist as jewelry or ornamentation

"The traditional waist chain complemented her ethnic outfit perfectly."

noun
/ˈweɪs(t).koʊt/

a sleeveless garment worn over a shirt and under a jacket

"He wore a black waistcoat with his suit."

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wait

verb
/weɪt/

to stay in one place or remain inactive until something happens

"I will wait for you at the bus stop."

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waiter

noun
/ˈweɪtər/

a person whose job is to serve food and drinks to customers in a restaurant or café

"The waiter brought the menu and took our order politely."

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waitress

noun
/ˈweɪtrəs/

a woman who serves food and drinks to customers in a restaurant or café

"The waitress took our order with a friendly smile."

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waive

verb
/weɪv/

to refrain from insisting on or enforcing something, especially a right or claim

"She decided to waive her right to a lawyer."

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wake

verb
/weɪk/

to stop sleeping; to become alert or conscious

"She had to wake early to catch the train."

adjective
/ˈweɪ.kɪŋ/

awake and conscious; relating to the time when one is awake

"She spent her waking hours studying for the exam."

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walk

verb
/wɔːk/

to move by putting one foot in front of the other

"She likes to walk in the park every morning."

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walking

noun
/ˈwɔːkɪŋ/

the activity of moving on foot at a moderate pace

"Walking every morning is good for your health."

noun
/ˈwɔːkɪŋ fɪʃ/

a fish that can move on land using its fins and breathe air for extended periods

"The walking-fish can travel across dry land to find new water sources."

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wall

noun
/wɔːl/

a vertical structure that encloses or divides an area

"The wall in our living room is painted blue."

noun
/ˈwɒlɪt/

a small folding case for carrying money, credit cards, and identification

"He pulled out his wallet to pay for the coffee."

verb
/ˈwɒloʊ/

to roll about or indulge oneself in something excessively

"The buffalo likes to wallow in the mud on hot days."

noun
/ˈwɔːl.nʌt/

an edible nut with a hard shell and a wrinkled appearance

"I love to eat walnuts with honey for breakfast."

noun
/ˈwɑːmpəm/

beads made by Native Americans from shells, used as money or decoration

"The tribe traded furs for wampum."

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wan

adjective
/wɒn/

looking pale or sickly; lacking color or vitality

"After the long illness, his face looked wan and tired."

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verb
/ˈwɒndər/

to move around aimlessly or without a fixed course

"She loves to wander through the old streets of the city."

noun
/ˈwɒndərər/

a person who travels aimlessly; someone who roams from place to place

"The wanderer explored different countries without a fixed destination."

noun
/ˈwɒndərlʌst/

A strong desire to travel and explore the world.

"Her wanderlust took her to every corner of the globe."

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wane

verb
/weɪn/

To decrease gradually in power, intensity, or size.

"The moon wanes after the full moon night."

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wangle

verb
/ˈwaŋɡl/

To achieve something by clever or sometimes dishonest persuasion or trickery.

"He wangled a free ticket to the concert."

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Want

verb
/wɒnt/

To desire to have or do something.

"I want a cup of coffee before the meeting."

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wanting

adjective
/ˈwɒntɪŋ/

Lacking or deficient in quality or quantity.

"His explanation was wanting in clarity."

adjective
/ˈwɒntən/

Deliberate and unprovoked; reckless or cruel.

"The soldiers were accused of wanton destruction."

noun
/ˈwɒntənnəs/

The quality of being reckless, cruel, or deliberately malicious.

"His wantonness shocked everyone at the gathering."

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War

noun
/wɔːr/

a state of conflict between different countries or groups

"The war caused great suffering to the people."

verb
/ˈwɔːbəl/

To sing or whistle with a quavering voice or with trills.

"The bird warbled a sweet tune in the morning."

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ward

noun
/wɔːrd/

A separate room in a hospital for patients; also a division of a city or a person under guardianship.

"She was admitted to the children's ward."

noun
/ˈwɔːdrəʊb/

A large cupboard where clothes are stored; also the collection of clothes someone owns.

"Her wardrobe is full of colorful dresses."

noun
/ˈweə(r)haʊs/

a large building where goods are stored before being sold or distributed

"The company stores all its products in a big warehouse."

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Warfare

noun
/ˈwɔːfeə/

engagement in or the activities involved in war

"The country prepared for the possibility of total warfare."

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warlike

adjective
/ˈwɔːrˌlaɪk/

Having an aggressive or militant nature; inclined to fight or engage in war.

"The tribe was known for its warlike traditions."

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Warm

adjective
/wɔːrm/

having a moderate degree of heat

"The warm sunlight made the room feel cozy."

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warming

noun, verb
/ˈwɔːmɪŋ/

the process of making something warm or the increase in temperature

"Global warming is a significant concern for environmentalists."

adverb
/ˈwɔːm.li/

in a warm manner; with warmth; cordially; affectionately

"She welcomed the guests warmly at the door."

noun
/ˈwɔːrˌmʌŋɡər/

A person who advocates or promotes war or conflict.

"The leader was criticized as a warmonger by his opponents."

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warmth

noun
/wɔːmθ/

the quality or state of being warm in temperature or feeling

"She felt the warmth of the sun on her face."

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warn

verb
/wɔːrn/

to tell someone about a possible danger or problem

"She warned him about the storm coming."