Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

favorable climatic conditions definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective + noun
ˈfeɪvərəbəl klaɪˈmætɪk kənˈdɪʃənz

Weather conditions that are suitable and beneficial for growth or development

"Winter offers favorable climatic conditions for farming."

adjective, noun
/ˈfeɪvərɪt/

Preferred over all others; something or someone especially liked.

"Chocolate is my favorite ice cream flavor."

noun
/ˈfeɪvərɪtɪzəm/

the practice of giving unfair preferential treatment to one person or group

"The manager was accused of favoritism towards certain employees."

noun
/ˈfeɪ.vər/

approval, support, or liking for someone or something; a kind or helpful act

"Could you do me a favour and help me move this heavy box?"

adjective
/ˈfeɪvərəbl/

Expressing approval, support, or positivity; advantageous or beneficial

"The weather conditions were favourable for the outdoor event."

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Fawn

verb
/fɔːn/

to show exaggerated flattery or affection; to seek favor by servile behavior

"He fawned over the boss to get a promotion."

fawning definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ˈfɔːnɪŋ/

displaying exaggerated flattery or affection

"Her fawning compliments made everyone uncomfortable."

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faze

verb
/feɪz/

to disturb or disconcert someone; to cause to feel unsettled

"She was not fazed by the unexpected question."

noun
/ˈfiːəlti/

loyalty or allegiance, especially to a sovereign or lord

"The knight swore fealty to his king."

Fear definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Fear

noun, verb
/fɪr/

An unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous.

"She has a fear of flying."

adjective
/ˈfɪr.fəl/

feeling afraid or showing fear

"She was fearful of walking alone at night."

feasibility definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˌfiː.zəˈbɪl.ə.ti

Possibility, practicality, viability.

"The feasibility study proved the project viable."

adjective
/ˈfiːzəbl/

possible to do easily or conveniently; practical and workable

"It is feasible to complete the project within two months."

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Feast

noun
/fiːst/

a large meal, typically one in celebration of something; an annual religious celebration

"The wedding feast included traditional dishes from both families' cultures."

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feat

noun
/fiːt/

an achievement that requires great courage, skill, or strength

"Climbing Mount Everest was a remarkable feat."

noun
/ˈfɛðər/

a light, soft structure that covers a bird’s body and enables it to fly

"The bird lost a small feather while flying through the trees."

noun
/ˈfiːtʃər/

a distinctive attribute or aspect of something; a characteristic

"The new phone has a unique camera feature."

adjective
/ˈfiːbraɪl/

having or showing the symptoms of a fever; or highly excitable or agitated

"The patient was in a febrile state with high temperature."

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february

noun
/ˈfɛb.ruˌɛr.i/

The second month of the year in the Gregorian calendar, typically having 28 days, or 29 in a leap year.

"My birthday is in February, so I always look forward to this month."

adjective
/ˈfɛkləs/

lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible

"His feckless attitude at work caused several missed deadlines."

adjective
/ˈfiːkənd/

producing or capable of producing an abundance of offspring or new growth; fertile

"The fecund soil produced a bountiful harvest this year."

noun
/fiːˈkʌndɪti/

the ability to produce an abundance of offspring or new growth; fertility

"The fecundity of the river delta supports diverse wildlife."

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federal

adjective
/ˈfɛdərəl/

Relating to the central government of a federation.

"The federal government passed a new law on healthcare."

verb
/ˈfɛdərət/

to unite in a league or federation; to form an alliance

"Several states federated to create a stronger union."

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fee

noun
/fiː/

A payment made for a service or privilege.

"The lawyer charged a high fee for his services."

adjective
/ˈfiːbl/

lacking physical strength or vigor; weak

"After the illness, she felt too feeble to stand."

adjective
/ˈfiːbəlˌmaɪndɪd/

lacking intelligence or mental capacity; foolish or weak-minded

"The feebleminded man struggled to understand basic instructions."

feed definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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feed

verb
/fiːd/

To give food to a person, animal, or machine.

"She went outside to feed the chickens."

noun
/ˈfiːdbæk/

information or opinions about how well someone is doing something

"She asked her teacher for feedback on her essay."

Feel definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Feel

verb
/fiːl/

To experience an emotion or physical sensation.

"I feel happy when I listen to music."

noun
/ˈfiːlɪŋ/

An emotional state or physical sensation.

"She had a strange feeling about the place."

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feign

verb
/feɪn/

to pretend or fake; to give a false appearance of

"She feigned illness to avoid going to work."

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feint

noun
/feɪnt/

a deceptive or pretended movement, especially in fighting or sports

"The boxer made a feint to the left before striking to the right."

verb
/fəˈlɪsɪteɪt/

to congratulate someone; to express happiness for someone's success

"We felicitated her on winning the award."

felicitous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/fəˈlɪsɪtəs/

well-chosen, appropriate, or pleasing; marked by good fortune or happiness

"She made a felicitous remark that lightened the mood."

noun
/fəˈlɪsɪti/

intense happiness; the ability to find appropriate expression for one's thoughts

"She was known for her felicity in conversation and cheerful nature."

adjective
/ˈfiːlaɪn/

relating to or characteristic of cats

"Her movements were graceful and almost feline in their elegance."

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fell

verb
/fel/

to cut down a tree; to cause to fall; to strike down

"The lumberjacks felled several trees in the forest today."

noun
/ˈfɛloʊ/

a person who shares a common situation, interest, or activity with another

"He is a fellow student in my class."

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felon

noun
/ˈfɛlən/

a person who has committed a serious crime

"The felon was sentenced to ten years in prison."

adjective
/fəˈloʊniəs/

relating to or involved in serious criminal activity

"He was charged with felonious assault after the incident."

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felony

noun
/ˈfɛləni/

a serious crime, usually punishable by imprisonment for more than one year

"He was convicted of a felony and sentenced to ten years in prison."

noun/adjective
/ˈfiːmeɪl/

a person or animal of the sex that can bear offspring; relating to women or girls

"The female lion protects her cubs fiercely."

adjective
/ˈfɛmənɪn/

having qualities traditionally associated with women; feminine in nature

"She has a very feminine style of dressing."

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feminist

noun
/ˈfɛmənɪst/

a person who supports equal rights and opportunities for women and men

"She proudly calls herself a feminist and fights for gender equality."

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fence

noun/verb
/fɛns/

a barrier, usually made of wood or wire, that surrounds an area; to enclose with a barrier

"They built a fence around the garden."

noun
/ˈfɛndər/

a part of a vehicle that frames a wheel well to protect against mud or debris

"The car's fender was dented in the accident."

noun
/ˈfen.jʊ.griːk/

an herb whose seeds and leaves are used as a spice in cooking

"Fenugreek seeds have a slightly bitter taste and are commonly used in Indian cuisine."

feral definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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feral

adjective
/ˈfɛrəl/

existing in a wild or untamed state; not domesticated

"The feral cat roamed the streets at night."

verb
/ˈfɜːrmɛnt/

to undergo a chemical process where sugars are converted to alcohol or acid; to incite or stir up change

"The grapes are left to ferment for several weeks."