Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

verb
/ˈfʌmbəl/

to handle something clumsily or to make mistakes while doing something

"He fumbled with the keys and dropped them on the floor."

verb
/ˈfjuːmɪˌɡeɪt/

to disinfect or purify an area by using chemical fumes

"They fumigated the warehouse to kill the insects."

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noun
ˌfjuːmɪˈɡeɪʃən

The practice of disinfecting or purifying an area using gas or smoke.

"Fumigation is an effective method to control pest infestations."

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fun

noun
/fʌn/

enjoyment, amusement, or light-hearted pleasure

"We had a lot of fun at the party."

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function

noun
/ˈfʌŋkʃən/

An activity or purpose natural to or intended for a person or thing.

"The main function of the heart is to pump blood."

adjective
/ˈfʌŋkʃənl/

designed to be practical and useful, rather than just decorative

"The design of the chair is simple but highly functional."

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noun
ˌfʌŋk.ʃəˈnæl.ə.ti

The quality of being functional; the ability to work or operate as intended.

"The new refrigerator has improved functionality."

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functionary

noun
/ˈfʌŋkʃəˌnɛri/

a person who has official duties in an organization, especially one with little authority

"The minor functionary was responsible for filing reports."

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fund

noun/verb
/fʌnd/

a sum of money saved or made available for a particular purpose; to provide money for

"The government created a fund for education."

adjective
/ˌfʌndəˈmɛntl/

forming a necessary base or core; of central importance

"Honesty is a fundamental principle of good leadership."

adverb
/ˌfʌndəˈmɛntəli/

in a basic and important way; at the core

"The two theories are fundamentally different."

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noun
/ˈfʌndɪŋ/

financial support for a project or organization

"The startup is seeking funding from investors."

noun
/ˈfʌndˌreɪzɪŋ/

the process of collecting money for a cause or project

"The organization is organizing a fundraising event."

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Funeral

noun
/ˈfjuːnərəl/

a ceremony held to honor and bury or cremate someone who has died

"The family attended the funeral of their grandfather."

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funereal

adjective
/fjuːˈnɪəriəl/

having the mournful, somber character of a funeral

"The room was filled with a funereal silence after the announcement."

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fungi

noun (plural of fungus)
/ˈfʌndʒaɪ/

a group of spore-producing organisms such as mushrooms, molds, and yeasts

"Fungi play an important role in breaking down organic matter in nature."

adjective
/ˈfʌndʒəbl/

interchangeable; able to replace or be replaced by another identical item

"In finance, money is considered a fungible asset."

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fungous

adjective
/ˈfʌŋɡəs/

relating to or resembling a fungus

"The damp basement had a fungous smell."

noun
/ˈfʌŋɡəs/

a spore-producing organism feeding on organic matter, including molds, yeast, and mushrooms

"A strange fungus was growing on the old tree."

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Funny

adjective
/ˈfʌni/

Causing laughter or amusement; humorous.

"The comedian told a very funny joke."

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Fur

noun
/fɜːr/

the thick hair covering the skin of certain animals

"The cat’s fur is soft and shiny."

verb
/ˈfɜːrbɪʃ/

to polish, renovate, or give a fresh look to something

"The workers furbished the old sword until it gleamed like new."

adjective
/ˈfjʊəriəs/

Extremely angry.

"She was furious when she heard the bad news."

noun
/ˈfɜːrlɔːŋ/

a unit of distance equal to 220 yards or about 201 meters

"The horse ran a furlong before slowing down."

noun, verb
/ˈfɜːrloʊ/

temporary leave of absence from work, especially that granted to an employee or soldier

"Many workers were placed on furlough during the crisis."

noun
/ˈfɜːrneɪs/

an enclosed structure in which heat is produced for a building or for melting metal

"The factory's furnace melted the metal quickly."

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furnish

verb
/ˈfɜːrnɪʃ/

to provide or supply with furniture or equipment

"They furnished the new house with modern furniture."

noun
/ˈfɜːrnɪtʃər/

Objects such as chairs, tables, beds, or cupboards used to make a room suitable for living or working.

"The living room was filled with beautiful wooden furniture."

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furor

noun
/ˈfjʊərɔːr/

An outbreak of public anger or excitement.

"The politician's remarks created a furor in the media."

noun
/ˈfʌriər/

A person who prepares or deals in furs.

"The furrier displayed fine coats in his shop."

noun/verb
/ˈfʌrəʊ/

A long narrow trench made in the ground by a plow; to make wrinkles or grooves.

"The farmer plowed furrows in the field."

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further

adverb/adjective/verb
/ˈfɜːrðər/

At a greater distance; to advance or promote something.

"She studied hard to further her career."

noun
/ˈfɜːrðərəns/

The advancement or promotion of something.

"The new policy was introduced in furtherance of social justice."

adverb
/ˌfɜːrðərˈmɔːr/

Used to introduce an additional point or idea; in addition.

"The plan is simple and, furthermore, it is affordable."

adjective
/ˈfɜːrtɪv/

Attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble.

"He cast a furtive glance at the door before leaving."

noun
/ˈfjʊr.ʌŋ.kəl/

a painful pus-filled bump under the skin caused by infected, inflamed hair follicles

"The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the painful furuncle on his neck."

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Fury

noun
/ˈfjʊri/

Wild or violent anger; extreme rage.

"She was trembling with fury after the insult."

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fuse

verb
/fjuːz/

To join or blend two or more things together into one.

"The two metals fused under high heat."

adjective
/ˈfjuːzəbl/

Capable of being melted or fused.

"The engineer used a fusible alloy in the experiment."

noun
/ˌfjuːzɪˈleɪd/

A series of shots fired or missiles thrown all at the same time or in quick succession.

"The soldiers advanced under a fusillade of bullets."

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fusion

noun
/ˈfjuːʒən/

the process or result of joining two or more things together to form a single entity

"The restaurant offers a unique fusion of Asian and European cuisines."

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Fuss

noun
/fʌs/

a display of unnecessary or excessive concern about something

"She made a fuss about the delay in service."

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fussy

adjective
/ˈfʌsi/

hard to please; very concerned with details

"The child is very fussy about what she eats."

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fustian

noun
/ˈfʌstɪən/

pompous or pretentious speech or writing; originally a type of thick cloth

"The politician's speech was filled with fustian and empty promises."

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fusty

adjective
/ˈfʌsti/

smelling stale, damp, or stuffy; old-fashioned

"The room smelled fusty after being closed for months."

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adjective
/ˈfjuː.taɪl/

Incapable of producing any useful result; pointless.

"All their efforts to save the old tree were futile."

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noun
/ˈfjuːtʃər/

The time yet to come.

"No one can predict the future with certainty."

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noun
ˈfjuː.tʃɚ ˌdʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃənz

People who have not yet been born, considered in terms of the environment or society they will inherit.

"Sustainable development ensures a better life for future generations."

noun
/ˈfjuː.tʃə.rɪst/

A person who studies or predicts the future, especially trends in science, technology, or society.

"The futurist predicted major changes in transportation within the next decade."

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adjective
ˌfjuː.tʃəˈrɪs.tɪk

Having or involving very modern technology or design.

"The futuristic design of smart cities includes AI-driven systems."