Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/ɪˈfɛmɪnəsi/

The quality of showing traits traditionally associated with women, such as delicacy or softness.

"In ancient times, effeminacy was often criticized as a sign of weakness."

adjective
/ɪˈfɛmɪnət/

Having traits, tastes, or habits traditionally considered feminine, often used negatively for men.

"The critics described him as effeminate due to his gentle manner."

verb
/ˌɛfəˈvɛs/

To give off bubbles of gas; to show excitement, liveliness, or enthusiasm.

"The soda began to effervesce as soon as it was opened."

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noun
/ˌɛfəˈvɛsəns/

The release of gas bubbles; vivacity or high-spiritedness.

"Her effervescence made her the life of the party."

adjective
/ˌɛfəˈvɛsənt/

Giving off bubbles; lively, enthusiastic, and full of energy.

"She had an effervescent personality that brightened every room."

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adjective
/ɪˈfiːt/

Lacking vitality, strength, or effectiveness; weak and overrefined.

"The empire became effete after centuries of indulgence."

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adjective
/ˌɛfɪˈkeɪʃəs/

Effective in producing the desired result.

"The medicine proved efficacious in treating the disease."

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noun
/ˈɛfɪkəsi/

The ability to produce the intended result; effectiveness.

"The efficacy of the new policy is still being evaluated."

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noun
/ɪˈfɪʃənsi/

The ability to accomplish a task with minimum wasted effort or resources.

"The new system improved the efficiency of data processing."

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adjective
/ɪˈfɪʃənt/

Working in a well-organized and productive way, without wasting time or effort.

"She is an efficient manager who gets things done quickly."

adverb
/ɪˈfɪʃəntli/

in a way that achieves maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense

"She managed to complete the task efficiently within the deadline."

noun
/ˈɛfɪdʒi/

a sculpture or model of a person, often made to be destroyed in protest or anger

"The protesters burned an effigy of the corrupt politician."

noun
/ˌɛfləˈrɛsəns/

the process of flowering or reaching an optimal stage of development

"The garden was at the peak of its efflorescence in spring."

adjective
/ˌɛfləˈrɛsənt/

in the process of blooming or flourishing

"The efflorescent trees made the park look beautiful."

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noun
ˈɛf.lu.ənt

Liquid waste or sewage discharged into a river or the sea.

"Factory effluent contaminates nearby rivers and lakes."

noun
/ɪˈfluːviəm/

an unpleasant or harmful odor, secretion, or discharge

"The effluvium from the factory spread across the neighborhood."

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noun
/ˈɛfərt/

the use of physical or mental energy to do something; attempt

"He made a great effort to improve his English skills."

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noun
ˈefərts

A vigorous or determined attempt; physical or mental energy

"Your efforts determine your success."

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noun
/ɪˈfrʌntəri/

shameless or rude boldness

"He had the effrontery to lie even when caught red-handed."

noun
/ɪˈfʌldʒəns/

Brilliant radiance or shining brightness.

"The effulgence of the sunrise lit up the entire valley."

adjective
/ɪˈfʌldʒənt/

Shining brilliantly; radiant.

"Her effulgent smile brightened everyone's mood."

verb
/ɪˈfjuːz/

To pour out or express feelings freely and openly.

"She effused gratitude for the help she received."

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effusion

noun
/ɪˈfjuːʒən/

An unrestrained outpouring of words, feelings, or emotions.

"His letter was an effusion of love and longing."

adjective
/ɪˈfjuːsɪv/

Expressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner.

"She gave him an effusive welcome after his long journey."

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e.g.

abbreviation
/iː ˈdʒiː/

For example (from Latin 'exempli gratia').

"You should eat more fruits, e.g., apples and bananas."

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adjective
/ɪˌɡælɪˈtɛəriən/

Believing in or promoting the principle that all people are equal and deserve equal rights and opportunities.

"The organization has an egalitarian structure where every member has a voice."

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Egg

noun
/ɛɡ/

an oval or round object laid by a female bird, often eaten as food

"She had a boiled egg for breakfast."

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Ego

noun
/ˈiːɡoʊ/

A person's sense of self-importance or self-esteem.

"His fragile ego was hurt by the criticism."

adjective
/ˌiːɡoʊˈsentrɪk/

thinking only about yourself and not about others

"His egocentric behavior annoyed everyone at the meeting."

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egoism

noun
/ˈiːɡoʊˌɪzəm/

An ethical theory that treats self-interest as the foundation of morality; also, excessive preoccupation with oneself.

"His decisions were often driven by egoism rather than concern for others."

noun
/ˈiːɡoʊɪst/

A person who is excessively concerned with themselves; someone who believes in or practices egoism.

"She avoided him because he was a selfish egoist."

noun
/ˈiːɡoʊˌtɪzəm/

The practice of talking and thinking about oneself excessively because of an inflated sense of self-importance.

"His constant boasting revealed his egotism."

noun
/ˈiːɡətɪst/

A person who is excessively self-centered or talks too much about themselves.

"The egotist dominated the conversation by talking only about his own achievements."

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adjective
/ˌiːɡəˈtɪstɪkəl/

Excessively self-absorbed or conceited.

"Her egotistical behavior made it difficult for her to maintain friendships."

adjective
/ɪˈɡriːdʒəs/

Outstandingly bad; shocking.

"The company was fined for its egregious safety violations."

noun
/ˈiːɡres/

The action of going out or leaving a place; an exit.

"The emergency door provided an egress for the trapped workers."

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eight

number
/eɪt/

The number equivalent to the product of two and four; one more than seven.

"There are eight apples in the basket."

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eighth

adjective
/eɪtθ/

coming after the seventh position in a sequence; one of eight equal parts

"She finished in eighth place in the race."

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either

determiner/pronoun/conjunction/adverb
/ˈaɪðər/ or /ˈiːðər/

Used to indicate a choice between two alternatives.

"You can either call me tonight or send me an email."

noun
/ɪˌdʒækjʊˈleɪʃən/

The action of suddenly saying something or the release of semen during sexual climax.

"His sudden ejaculation of joy surprised everyone in the room."

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eject

verb
/ɪˈdʒɛkt/

to force someone or something out, usually from a place or position

"The referee had to eject the player for unsportsmanlike behavior."

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verb
/ɪˈdʒektɪd/

to force someone or something to leave a place; to push or throw something out forcefully

"The pilot was ejected from the aircraft during the emergency."

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eke

verb
/iːk/

to make a small amount of something last longer by using it sparingly

"The family tried to eke out their savings during the tough months."

verb, adjective
/ɪˈlæbəreɪt/ (verb), /ɪˈlæbərət/ (adjective)

verb: to explain something in detail; adjective: detailed and complicated in design

"She asked him to elaborate on his proposal."

noun
/ɪˌlæbəˈreɪʃən/

the process of adding more detail or expanding on something

"The teacher appreciated the student's elaboration of the topic."

verb
/ɪˈlæps/

to pass or go by, usually referring to time

"Several hours elapsed before he finally returned home."

adjective
/ɪˈlæstɪk/

Able to return to its original shape or size after being stretched or compressed.

"The waistband of the pants is made of elastic material."

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noun
/ɪˌlæˈstɪsɪti/

The ability of an object or material to resume its normal shape after being stretched or compressed.

"Rubber has a high degree of elasticity."

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elate

verb
/ɪˈleɪt/

To make someone very happy or proud.

"The success of the project elated the whole team."

adjective
/ɪˈleɪtɪd/

Extremely happy and excited.

"She was elated when she heard the good news."