Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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dogmatize

verb
/ˈdɒɡmətaɪz/

To state opinions or beliefs as if they were absolute truths.

"The professor tended to dogmatize on political issues."

noun
/ˈdɒldrəmz/

A state of inactivity, stagnation, or low spirits; also a region near the equator with calm winds.

"After the project failed, the team was stuck in the doldrums for months."

adjective
/ˈdəʊl.fəl/

Expressing sorrow or sadness; mournful.

"She gave him a doleful look before leaving."

adjective
/ˈdəʊl.səm/

Filled with grief or sadness; mournful.

"The dolesome ballad brought tears to their eyes."

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doll

noun
/dɒl/

a small toy resembling a human figure, especially for children

"The little girl hugged her favorite doll tightly."

noun
/ˈdɒlər/

The basic monetary unit of the United States and some other countries

"I need five dollars to buy this book."

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dolor

noun
/ˈdəʊ.lər/

A state of great sorrow or distress.

"The nation was in deep dolor after the tragedy."

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dolorous

adjective
/ˈdəʊ.lə.rəs/

Expressing great sorrow or distress.

"He spoke in a dolorous tone after the loss."

noun
/ˈdɒlfɪn/

A highly intelligent marine mammal with a streamlined body and dorsal fin

"Dolphins are known for their playful behavior and intelligence."

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dolt

noun
/doʊlt/

A stupid or slow-witted person.

"Only a dolt would believe such a story."

noun
/dəˈmeɪn/

An area of knowledge, activity, or territory over which control is exercised.

"Mathematics is her main domain of expertise."

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adjective
/dəˈmɛstɪk/

Relating to the home or internal affairs of a country.

"She bought domestic products to support local businesses."

verb
/dəˈmɛstɪkeɪt/

to tame an animal for use by humans; to adapt something for domestic use

"Humans domesticated dogs thousands of years ago."

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noun
dəˌmɛstɪˈkeɪʃən

The process of taming an animal and keeping it as a pet or for farm produce.

"Domestication of animals has been crucial for human survival."

noun
/ˌdoʊ.məˈstɪs.ə.ti/

Life at home or devotion to family life.

"She enjoys the domesticity of cooking and gardening."

noun
/ˈdɑː.mə.saɪl/

A person's legal residence or permanent home.

"He declared Canada as his legal domicile."

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noun
/ˈdɑː.mə.nəns/

The state of having power and influence over others.

"The company has maintained dominance in the smartphone market."

adjective
/ˈdɑː.mə.nənt/

Having power, authority, or influence over others; most important.

"English has become the dominant language in international business."

verb
/ˈdɒmɪneɪt/

to have power or control over something or someone

"The company dominates the smartphone market."

noun
/ˌdɒmɪˈneɪʃən/

the exercise of control or influence over someone or something

"The empire sought domination over its neighbors."

verb
/ˌdɒmɪˈnɪə/

to assert one's will over another in an arrogant way

"He tends to domineer over his younger colleagues."

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don

verb, noun
/dɒn/

to put on (an article of clothing); also used as a title for a respected person

"She donned her coat before leaving."

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verb
/dəʊˈneɪt/

to give money, goods, or time to help a person or organization

"They donated food to the flood victims."

noun
/dəʊˈneɪ.ʃən/

something that is given to help a person or organization, often money

"He made a generous donation to the local orphanage."

noun
/ˈdoʊneɪtər/

A person who gives something, especially money or goods, as a donation.

"The donator wished to remain anonymous after contributing a large sum."

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donee

noun
/doʊˈniː/

A person who receives a gift or donation.

"The scholarship fund’s donee expressed heartfelt gratitude."

noun
/ˈdɒŋ.ki/

a domesticated animal related to the horse, with long ears and a braying call

"The donkey carried heavy bags up the mountain."

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donor

noun
/ˈdoʊnər/

A person who gives something, especially to a charity or cause.

"The donor contributed generously to the hospital’s new wing."

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doodle

verb
/ˈduːdəl/

To draw or scribble absentmindedly, often while thinking about something else.

"She doodled flowers in the corner of her notebook during class."

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doom

noun
/duːm/

A terrible fate, destruction, or unavoidable bad outcome.

"The ancient prophecy foretold the city’s doom."

noun
/ˈduːmz.deɪ/

the last day of the world's existence; a time of catastrophic destruction

"The preacher spoke about doomsday and the importance of preparing spiritually."

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Door

noun
/dɔːr/

A movable barrier that allows entry or exit to a building, room, or vehicle.

"He knocked on the door before entering the house."

noun
/ˈdɔːr.mæt/

a mat placed in front of a door for wiping feet

"Please wipe your feet on the door-mat before entering the house."

noun
/ˈdɔːrˌkiːpər/

A person whose job is to guard or manage the entrance of a building or room.

"The doorkeeper checked everyone’s passes before they entered the hall."

noun
/ˈdɔː.weɪ/

the space where a door opens into a room or building

"She stood in the doorway waiting for him to arrive."

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adjective
/ˈdɔːrmənt/

Inactive or in a state of rest; temporarily not active or growing.

"The volcano has been dormant for centuries."

noun
/ˈdɔːrmər/

A window that projects vertically from a sloping roof.

"The old house had a dormer overlooking the garden."

adjective
/ˈdɔːrsəl/

Relating to the back or upper side of an animal or body part.

"Sharks have a prominent dorsal fin."

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dose

noun
/doʊs/

a measured amount of a medicine or drug taken at one time

"The doctor prescribed one dose of the medicine every six hours."

noun
/ˈdɑːsieɪ/

A collection of documents about a particular person, event, or subject.

"The lawyer presented a dossier of evidence to the court."

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dot

noun
/dɒt/

a small round mark or spot

"She drew a red dot on the paper."

noun
/ˈdoʊtɪdʒ/

The period of old age, especially when one is weak or senile.

"He spent his dotage reminiscing about his youth."

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dote

verb
/doʊt/

to show excessive love or fondness for someone or something

"She tends to dote on her grandchildren."

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double

verb
/ˈdʌbəl/

to make twice as much in size, number, or amount

"The company hopes to double its profits this year."

noun
/ˈdʌbəl ˈdekər/

a bus with two levels or floors for passengers

"The red double decker bus is a famous symbol of London."

noun
/ˈdʌblɪt/

a close-fitting jacket worn by men in the Renaissance; also, a pair of similar things

"The actor wore a velvet doublet for the Shakespearean play."

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doubly

adverb
/ˈdʌbli/

in a twofold manner; to twice the degree

"She felt doubly fortunate after winning the prize and getting a promotion."

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noun/verb
/daʊt/

a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction; to be uncertain about something

"She had doubts about the success of the plan."

adjective
/ˈdaʊt.fəl/

uncertain; questionable; feeling uncertain about something

"I am doubtful about the success of this project."

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dough

noun
/doʊ/

a mixture of flour, water, and other ingredients used to make bread or pastries

"She kneaded the dough for ten minutes before baking."