Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

verb
/fɔːrˈdʒʌdʒ/

To judge beforehand without adequate information.

"It is unfair to forejudge someone without knowing the facts."

noun
/ˈfɔːrˌnɑːlɪdʒ/

Awareness of something before it happens or exists.

"The prophet claimed to have foreknowledge of the event."

noun
/ˈfɔːrmən/

a person in charge of a group of workers, especially in a factory or construction site

"The foreman supervised the workers on the construction site."

adjective
/ˈfɔːrmoʊst/

most important; leading; first in rank or position

"She is one of the foremost experts in the field."

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adjective
/fəˈrɛnsɪk/

relating to the application of scientific methods to investigate crimes

"The forensic evidence helped solve the case."

verb
/ˌfɔːrɔːrˈdeɪn/

to determine or decree something in advance; to predestine

"Some believe that our lives are foreordained by fate."

noun
/ˌfɔːrɔːrdɪˈneɪʃən/

the act of determining something in advance; predestination

"The doctrine of foreordination suggests that events are fixed by divine will."

noun
/ˈfɔːrˌpiːk/

The compartment in the forward part of a ship, often used for storage.

"The sailors stored extra ropes in the forepeak."

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forerun

verb
/ˌfɔːrˈrʌn/

To go before; to precede in time, place, or action.

"Dark clouds often forerun a storm."

noun
/ˈfɔːrˌrʌnər/

A person or thing that comes before another; a predecessor or harbinger.

"The Wright brothers were the forerunners of modern aviation."

noun
/ˈfɔːrˌseɪl/

The principal sail set on the foremast of a sailing vessel.

"The crew adjusted the foresail to catch the wind."

verb
/fɔːrˈsiː/

To be aware of beforehand; to predict or expect.

"She could foresee the challenges ahead."

adjective
/fɔːrˈsiːəbl/

Able to be predicted or expected in advance

"The company is unlikely to make changes in the foreseeable future."

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foreshadow

verb
/fɔːrˈʃædoʊ/

To indicate or suggest something that will happen in the future

"Dark clouds foreshadowed an approaching storm."

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foreshore

noun
/ˈfɔːrʃɔːr/

The part of the shore between the high and low tide marks

"Children were playing on the foreshore, collecting shells."

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foresight

noun
/ˈfɔːrsaɪt/

The ability to predict or plan for the future

"Her foresight helped the company avoid financial trouble."

noun
/ˈfɔːrɪst/

A large area covered chiefly with trees and undergrowth.

"They went hiking in the forest."

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verb
/fɔːrˈstɔːl/

To prevent or hinder something from happening

"Quick action forestalled a major disaster."

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noun
ˈfɔːrɪsts

Large areas covered with trees and undergrowth, providing natural habitats for wildlife.

"Forests provide shelter and food for butterflies."

verb
/fɔːrˈtɛl/

to predict or announce something before it happens

"The old man claimed he could foretell the future."

noun
/ˈfɔːrˌθɔːt/

careful consideration of what will be necessary or may happen in the future

"With a little forethought, we could have avoided the problem."

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forever

adverb
/fɔːrˈɛvər/

For all future time; for always.

"She promised to love him forever."

noun
/ˈfɔːrwɜːrd/

a short introduction at the beginning of a book, typically written by someone other than the author

"The foreword of the book was written by a famous historian."

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forfeit

verb
/ˈfɔːrfɪt/

to lose or give up something, usually as a penalty for wrongdoing

"He had to forfeit the match after breaking the rules."

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forfend

verb
/fɔːrˈfɛnd/

to protect or defend against something undesirable; to prevent

"May good fortune forfend any danger from our journey."

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forge

verb
/fɔːrdʒ/

to create or shape something, often with effort or skill; also to counterfeit or fake something

"The blacksmith forged a strong sword from the iron."

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forger

noun
/ˈfɔːrdʒər/

a person who makes fake documents, artworks, or signatures

"The police arrested a forger who had been selling counterfeit paintings."

noun
/ˈfɔːrdʒəri/

the crime of making fake documents, money, or artworks

"The bank detected a forgery in the signature on the cheque."

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verb
/fəˈɡɛt/

to fail to remember something

"I often forget where I put my keys."

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verb
/fərˈɡɪv/

To stop feeling angry or resentful towards someone for an offense or mistake.

"She decided to forgive her friend for the harsh words."

adjective
/fəˈɡɪv.ɪŋ/

ready and willing to forgive; merciful; lenient

"She has a forgiving nature and rarely holds grudges."

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forgo

verb
/fɔːrˈɡoʊ/

to decide not to do or have something

"She decided to forgo dessert to maintain her diet."

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Fork

noun
/fɔːk/

a tool with two or more prongs used for eating or serving food

"He ate his salad with a fork."

adjective
/fərˈlɔːrn/

extremely sad, lonely, or abandoned

"The abandoned puppy looked so forlorn in the rain."

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form

noun, verb
/fɔːrm/

the shape or structure of something; to bring something into existence

"Students filled out the registration form."

adjective
/ˈfɔːrməl/

done in accordance with rules of convention or etiquette; official or serious in nature

"He wore a formal suit to the wedding."

noun
/fɔːrˈmælɪti/

the rigid observance of rules or customs, especially in social or official situations

"The interview was just a formality since he was already selected."

adverb
/ˈfɔːrməli/

in a formal or official manner; according to established rules or conventions

"The agreement was formally signed by both parties."

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Format

noun
/ˈfɔːmæt/

the way in which something is arranged, designed, or presented

"Please follow the given format for your report submission."

noun
/fɔːrˈmeɪʃən/

the action of forming or process of being formed

"The formation of the new company took several months."

adjective
/ˈfɔːrmətɪv/

Having a lasting influence on a person's development or character.

"Childhood is often described as a formative stage in life."

adjective
/ˈfɔːrmər/

Having been previously in a particular role or position.

"He is a former president of the association."

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Formerly

adverb
/ˈfɔːrmərli/

In the past; previously.

"The city was formerly known as Constantinople."

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adjective
/ˈfɔːrmɪdəbl/

inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, or capable

"The team faced a formidable opponent in the final match."

noun
/ˈfɔːrmjələ/

a fixed method for doing something; a mathematical or chemical rule expressed in symbols

"The scientist discovered a new formula for the medicine."

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verb
/ˈfɔːmjʊleɪt/

to create or devise a plan, system, or method

"She had to formulate a new strategy for the project."

verb
/fɔːrˈseɪk/

to abandon or give up something or someone

"He decided not to forsake his old friends despite his success."

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verb
/fɔːrˈswɛr/

to renounce or give up something formally, often under oath

"He chose to forswear all bad habits after his illness."

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Fort

noun
/fɔːrt/

a strong building or group of buildings where soldiers live and defend

"The ancient fort stood on top of the hill for centuries."

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forte

noun
/ˈfɔːr.teɪ/ or /fɔːrt/

a strong ability or talent; something one does particularly well

"Cooking is definitely her forte."