Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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Mole

noun
/moʊl/

a small burrowing mammal with tiny eyes and soft fur

"The mole dug tunnels under the garden."

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molecule

noun
/ˈmɒlɪkjuːl/

The smallest unit of a chemical compound that retains its chemical properties.

"A water molecule is made up of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom."

verb
/məˈlɛst/

to assault or abuse someone, especially in a sexual or physical way

"The criminal was arrested for attempting to molest a child."

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verb
/ˈmɒlɪfaɪ/

To calm or soothe someone's anger or anxiety.

"The manager tried to mollify the angry customers with discounts."

verb
/ˈmɒlikɒdl/

To treat someone in an overprotective and indulgent way.

"Parents should avoid mollycoddling their children too much."

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molt

verb
/məʊlt/

To shed old feathers, skin, or hair to make way for new growth.

"Birds molt their feathers once a year."

adjective
/ˈməʊltən/

Made into liquid by heat; melted.

"The blacksmith poured molten metal into the mold."

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mom

noun
/mɑːm/

an informal word for mother

"My mom makes the best homemade food."

noun
/ˈmoʊmənt/

A very short period of time; a particular point in time.

"She paused for a moment before answering."

adjective
/ˈmoʊmənˌteri/

Lasting for only a short time.

"There was a momentary silence in the room."

adjective
/moʊˈmɛntəs/

Of great importance or significance, especially in its effect on the future.

"The signing of the agreement was a momentous event."

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noun
/moʊˈmɛntəm/

The force or speed gained by a moving object; the strength of progress.

"The team gained momentum after scoring the first goal."

noun
/ˈmɒn.ɑːk/

a sovereign ruler, especially a king or queen

"The monarch addressed the nation on television."

monarchy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈmɑːnərki/

A system of government with a king or queen as head of state.

"The country became a monarchy after the coronation."

noun
/ˈmɒnəstɛri/

A building or complex where monks or nuns live, work, and worship.

"The old monastery was surrounded by high stone walls."

adjective
/məˈnæstɪk/

Relating to monks, monasteries, or a life of religious seclusion.

"He chose to live a monastic life away from the city."

noun
/ˈmʌn.deɪ/

the first day of the working week following Sunday

"I start my new job on Monday."

monetary definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ˈmʌnɪtəri/

Relating to money, currency, or financial matters.

"The government introduced new monetary policies."

monetization definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˌmɒn.ɪ.taɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

The process of converting assets or services into money, involving commercialization, profit generation, and revenue creation.

"The monetization of digital content has created new income streams."

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money

noun
/ˈmʌni/

A medium of exchange in the form of coins and banknotes; wealth or financial resources.

"He saved enough money to buy a new car."

adjective
/ˈmʌnid/

having much money; wealthy; rich

"She comes from a moneyed family with extensive real estate holdings."

noun
/ˈmɒŋ.ɡuːs/

a small carnivorous mammal known for its ability to kill venomous snakes

"The mongoose quickly attacked the cobra to protect its young."

noun
/ˈmʌŋɡrəl/

A dog of mixed breed; sometimes used to describe something mixed or of inferior quality.

"The stray dog was a friendly mongrel."

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monition

noun
/məˈnɪʃən/

A warning or caution, often of a religious or moral nature.

"The priest gave a monition against dishonesty."

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monitor

noun, verb
/ˈmɒnɪtər/

to observe and check the progress or quality of something; also a device that displays information

"The teacher monitors the students during the exam."

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."

Monkey definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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."

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mordacious

adjective
/mɔːrˈdeɪʃəs/

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

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

noun
/ˈmuːn.biːm/

A ray of light from the moon.

"A moonbeam lit up the quiet forest clearing."

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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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adjective
/məˈroʊs/

sullen, gloomy, or ill-tempered

"He became morose after losing his job."