Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/ˈdɪkʃəˌnɛri/

A reference book or electronic resource containing words, usually arranged alphabetically, with information about their meanings, pronunciations, etymologies, and usage.

"I looked up the word in the dictionary to understand its meaning."

noun
/ˈdɪktəm/

A formal pronouncement, authoritative statement, or maxim.

"The judge’s dictum clarified the principle of equality before the law."

adjective
/daɪˈdæktɪk/

Intended to teach, often with a moral lesson.

"The novel is not just entertaining but also didactic in nature."

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die

verb
/daɪ/

To stop living; to cease to exist.

"The old tree finally died after the storm."

noun
/ˈdaɪhɑːrd/

A person who strongly resists change and remains loyal to a belief or cause.

"He is a diehard fan of classic rock music."

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diet

noun
/ˈdaɪət/

the kinds of food that a person usually eats

"He follows a strict vegetarian diet."

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differ

verb
/ˈdɪfər/

to be unlike or distinct from something else

"Opinions differ on this issue."

noun
/ˈdɪfərəns/

A point or way in which things are not the same.

"There is a big difference between theory and practice."

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adjective
/ˈdɪf.ər.ənt/

Not the same as another; distinct or unlike.

"Her opinion was completely different from mine."

noun
/ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃə/

A distinguishing characteristic that sets one thing apart from another.

"The differentia of humans is their ability to reason abstractly."

adjective
/ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃəl/

Relating to or showing a difference; involving a distinction.

"There is a differential treatment between the two groups."

verb
/ˌdɪfəˈrɛnʃieɪt/

To recognize or make a distinction between things.

"It is important to differentiate between fact and opinion."

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noun
/ˌdɪf.ə.ren.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/

The action or process of differentiating or distinguishing between two or more things or people.

"Strong differentiation sets brands apart from competitors."

adverb
/ˈdɪfərəntli/

in a way that is not the same as another or as expected

"She approached the problem differently than her colleagues."

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adjective
/ˈdɪf.ɪ.kəlt/

Needing much effort or skill to do or understand.

"The exam was so difficult that many students failed."

noun
/ˈdɪfɪkəlti/

the state or condition of being hard to do, deal with, or understand

"He faced great difficulty in learning a new language."

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noun
/ˈdɪfɪdəns/

Lack of self-confidence; shyness or modesty.

"Her diffidence made it hard for her to speak in public."

adjective
/ˈdɪfɪdənt/

Shy or lacking confidence in one's own abilities.

"He was too diffident to ask a question in class."

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diffuse

verb
/dɪˈfjuːz/

to spread over a wide area or among a large number of people

"The smell of fresh bread diffused through the entire house."

adjective
/dɪˈfjuːzəbl/

able to spread or be spread through a medium

"Oxygen is diffusible through cell membranes."

noun
/dɪˈfjuːʒən/

the spreading of something more widely or the movement of particles from high to low concentration

"The diffusion of information on social media is rapid."

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dig

verb
/dɪɡ/

to break up and move earth with a tool or machine, or with hands, paws, etc.

"They decided to dig a hole for the new tree."

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digest

verb
/daɪˈdʒest/

to break down food in the body; to think about and understand

"It takes time to digest a heavy meal."

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adjective
daɪˈdʒes.tɪv

Relating to the digestion of food.

"Digestive enzymes help break down food."

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digit

noun
/ˈdɪdʒɪt/

a numeral from 0 to 9; also a finger or toe

"You must enter a four-digit code to unlock the phone."

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adjective
/ˈdɪdʒɪtl/

relating to technology that uses signals or data in the form of numbers (0s and 1s)

"She prefers digital books over printed ones."

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noun
/ˈdɪdʒɪtl ˈdɛtɒks/

A period of time during which a person refrains from using electronic devices such as smartphones or computers, regarded as an opportunity to reduce stress or focus on social interaction in the physical world.

"A digital detox can help improve mental clarity and reduce stress."

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noun
ˈdɪdʒɪtəl ˈfɔːrmæt

A format in which information is stored as electronic data.

"A digital format family tree can be shared online."

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digital tools

noun
ˈdɪdʒ.ɪ.təl tuːlz

Electronic software and applications used for learning and educational purposes.

"Schools are integrating digital tools to enhance learning."

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dignitary

noun
/ˈdɪɡnɪˌtɛri/

a person considered to be important because of high rank or office

"Several foreign dignitaries attended the state banquet."

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Dignity

noun
/ˈdɪɡnəti/

the state or quality of being worthy of respect or honor

"He faced the difficult situation with calm and dignity."

noun
/ˈdaɪɡræf/

A pair of letters representing a single sound, such as 'sh' in 'ship'.

"In the word 'phone', the letters 'ph' form a digraph."

verb
/ˈkrʌmpəl/

to crush something into folds or wrinkles

"He crumpled the paper and threw it in the bin."

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crusade

noun/verb
/kruːˈseɪd/

a vigorous campaign for a social, political, or religious cause; to fight passionately for a cause

"She has been crusading for women's rights all her life."

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crush

verb
/krʌʃ/

to press or squeeze something so hard that it is damaged or destroyed

"He accidentally crushed the paper cup in his hand."

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crust

noun
/krʌst/

the hard outer surface of something, especially bread or the Earth's outer layer

"He cut off the crust of the bread before eating."

noun
/krʌˈsteɪʃən/

an aquatic animal with a hard shell, such as crabs, lobsters, and shrimps

"Crabs and lobsters are well-known crustaceans."

adjective
/krʌˈsteɪʃəs/

relating to or having a hard shell like a crustacean

"The scientist studied the crustaceous fossils."

noun
/krʌtʃ/

a support used by someone injured to walk; also something relied upon for support or help

"He had to use crutches after breaking his leg."

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crux

noun
/krʌks/

the most important or decisive point of an issue

"The crux of the problem lies in poor communication."

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cry

verb, noun
/kraɪ/

To shed tears as an expression of emotion such as sadness or pain; also a loud call or shout.

"The baby began to cry when she was hungry."

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crypt

noun
/krɪpt/

an underground chamber, especially one beneath a church, used as a burial place

"The tourists explored the ancient crypt beneath the cathedral."

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cryptic

adjective
/ˈkrɪptɪk/

having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure

"She left a cryptic message on his voicemail."

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noun
/ˌkrɪptəˈkʌrənsɪ/

A digital currency in which transactions are verified and records maintained by a decentralized system

"Cryptocurrencies are revolutionizing the financial landscape."

noun
/ˈkrɪptəɡræm/

a text written in code or cipher

"The detective solved the cryptogram hidden in the letter."

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adjective
/ˌkrɪp.təˈɡræf.ɪk/

Relating to cryptography; involving or using secret codes or ciphers for security.

"Banks use cryptographic technology to protect transactions."

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noun
/krɪpˈtɒɡ.rə.fi/

The practice of securing information through encryption or coding techniques

"Modern cryptography ensures secure online transactions."

noun
/ˈkrɪstəl/

a clear, transparent mineral or glass that forms a solid structure with regular patterns

"She wore a necklace made of sparkling crystal."

verb
/ˈkrɪstəlaɪz/

to form crystals; to make an idea or plan clear and definite

"Her vague thoughts began to crystallize into a solid plan."

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Cub

noun
/kʌb/

a young bear, lion, tiger, or other large carnivorous mammal

"The bear cub stayed close to its mother for protection."