Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/ˈkreɪ.dəl/

a small bed for a baby, especially one that rocks from side to side

"The baby sleeps peacefully in the cradle."

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craft

noun
/kræft/

an activity involving skill in making things by hand; a trade or occupation

"She has mastered the craft of pottery."

adjective
/ˈkræfti/

skilled at achieving goals through cunning or deceit; sly

"The crafty fox evaded the hunters again."

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crag

noun
/kræɡ/

a steep or rugged cliff or rock face

"The hikers climbed the jagged crag to reach the summit."

adjective
/kræmpt/

uncomfortably small or restricted

"The room was so cramped that we could barely move."

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Crane

noun
/kreɪn/

a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects

"The graceful crane stood motionless by the water's edge."

noun
/ˈkreɪniəm/

the skull, especially the part enclosing the brain

"The archaeologists carefully examined the ancient cranium."

adjective
/ˈkræŋki/

bad-tempered, easily annoyed, or irritable

"The child gets cranky when he is hungry."

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crash

verb
/kræʃ/

To collide violently; to suddenly stop working (for machines or computers).

"The car crashed into the wall at high speed."

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crass

adjective
/kræs/

lacking sensitivity, refinement, or intelligence

"His crass remarks offended everyone at the meeting."

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crave

verb
/kreɪv/

to have a strong desire for something

"She craves adventure and often travels to remote places."

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adjective
/ˈkreɪvən/

cowardly; lacking courage

"He was too craven to stand up for his beliefs."

noun
/ˈkreɪvɪŋ/

a strong desire for something

"She has a craving for chocolate every evening."

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crawl

verb
/krɔːl/

to move slowly on hands and knees or with the body close to the ground

"The baby began to crawl across the floor."

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Crazy

adjective
/ˈkreɪzi/

mentally unsound; extremely foolish or enthusiastic

"He had a crazy idea that actually worked."

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creak

verb
/kriːk/

to make a high-pitched, squeaking noise when moved

"The old door creaked as she opened it."

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Cream

noun
/kriːm/

A thick, fatty part of milk that rises to the top; also a soft substance used in cooking or cosmetics.

"She added some cream to her coffee."

noun
/ˈkriːməri/

a place where milk and cream are processed and dairy products are made

"The local creamery produces fresh butter and cheese daily."

adjective
/ˈkriːmi/

having a smooth, rich texture like cream

"She poured a creamy sauce over the pasta."

noun, verb
/kriːs/

a line or fold produced on paper, cloth, or other material; to make a fold or wrinkle

"She ironed the shirt carefully to remove every crease."

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verb
/kriˈeɪt/

To bring something into existence; to make or produce.

"The artist wants to create a new painting."

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verb
kriˈeɪts

To bring something into existence or to cause something to happen

"Pollution creates environmental and health issues."

noun
/kriˈeɪʃən/

The act of bringing something into existence; something that has been made or produced.

"The artist’s latest creation was admired by everyone at the gallery."

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noun
/kriˈeɪ.ʃənz/

Things that have been created, especially works of art or imaginative works.

"His creations astonished the world."

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adjective
/kriˈeɪtɪv/

Having the ability to produce new and original ideas or things.

"She is very creative in her writing."

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adjective + noun
kriˈeɪtɪv ɪɡˈzɪbɪts

Artistic displays or presentations that show originality and imagination.

"The creative exhibits highlighted recycling possibilities."

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noun
/ˌkriːeɪˈtɪvɪti/

the ability to produce original and imaginative ideas

"Her creativity impressed everyone in the art class."

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creator

noun
/krɪˈeɪtə/

a person who brings something into existence

"He is the creator of many successful startups."

noun
/ˈkriːtʃər/

A living being, especially an animal.

"The forest is full of strange creatures."

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noun
/ˈkriː.dəns/

belief in or acceptance of something as true

"The witness gave credence to the defendant's alibi."

noun
/krɪˈden.ʃəl/

a qualification, achievement, or aspect of a person's background used to indicate suitability for something

"She presented her credentials before starting the new job."

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noun
/ˌkrɛd.ɪˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

the quality of being trusted and believed in

"The journalist's credibility was questioned after the report."

adjective
/ˈkrɛd.ɪ.bəl/

able to be believed; convincing

"Her explanation was credible enough to convince the committee."

noun, verb
/ˈkrɛdɪt/

As a noun: the ability to obtain goods or services before payment; recognition for an achievement. As a verb: to publicly acknowledge someone's contribution.

"She received credit for her contribution to the project."

adjective
/ˈkrɛdɪtəbl/

Deserving praise or acknowledgment, though not necessarily outstanding.

"She made a creditable effort in completing the project on time."

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credo

noun
/ˈkriːdoʊ/

A statement of the beliefs or aims that guide someone's actions.

"Honesty has always been the central credo of his life."

noun
/krəˈdjuːlɪti/

A tendency to be too ready to believe that something is real or true.

"The scam succeeded because of the victim's credulity."

adjective
/ˈkrɛdʒʊləs/

Having or showing too great a readiness to believe things.

"The credulous child believed every story she heard."

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creed

noun
/kriːd/

A system of religious or spiritual beliefs or a guiding principle.

"Freedom of speech is part of his personal creed."

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creek

noun
/kriːk/

a small stream or narrow river

"We went fishing by the creek near our house."

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creep

verb
/kriːp/

to move slowly and quietly, especially to avoid being noticed

"The child tried to creep into the room without making a sound."

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verb
/ˈkriː.meɪt/

to burn the body of a dead person until only ash remains

"They decided to cremate their relative according to tradition."

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crematory

noun
/ˈkrɛməˌtɔːri/

a place where dead bodies are cremated

"The crematory was located near the cemetery."

adjective
/krɪˈpʌskjʊlər/

relating to twilight or active during twilight

"Bats are crepuscular animals, most active at dawn and dusk."

noun
/krəˈʃɛndoʊ/

a gradual increase in loudness or intensity, especially in music

"The orchestra built to a powerful crescendo before the finale."

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crest

noun
/krɛst/

the top of a hill, wave, or mountain; a symbol of identity

"The hikers reached the crest of the mountain at sunrise."

adjective
/ˈkrɛstˌfɔːlən/

sad and disappointed

"He looked crestfallen after hearing the bad news."

noun
/krəˈvæs/

a deep crack in a glacier or the earth’s surface

"The climbers carefully crossed the icy crevasse."

noun
/ˈkrɛvɪs/

a narrow crack or opening, especially in a rock or wall

"The lizard hid in a crevice between the stones."

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crew

noun
/kruː/

A group of people working together, especially on a ship, aircraft, or project.

"The ship's crew worked tirelessly during the storm."