Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

verb
/kəmˈpraɪz/

To consist of or be made up of something.

"The committee comprises five members."

compromise definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb
/ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/

A settlement of differences in which each side makes concessions; or to weaken or put at risk.

"They reached a compromise after long negotiations."

noun
/kəmˈpʌlʃn̩/

An irresistible urge to do something, or the act of being forced.

"He felt a strong compulsion to check his phone constantly."

adjective
/kəmˈpʌlsɪv/

Resulting from or acting on an irresistible urge, especially one that is against one's conscious wishes.

"He is a compulsive gambler who cannot stop placing bets."

adjective
/kəmˈpʌlsəri/

Required by law or a rule; obligatory.

"Wearing seat belts is compulsory in most countries."

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noun
/kəmˈpʌŋkʃən/

A feeling of guilt or moral scruple that prevents or follows wrongdoing.

"She felt no compunction about lying to protect her friend."

computation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˌkɒm.pjʊˈteɪ.ʃən

The action of mathematical calculation.

"Complex computation is required for AI models."

computational communication definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˌkɒmpjʊˈteɪʃənəl kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən

Digital exchange and automated interaction; the use of computational methods and systems to facilitate communication and information sharing.

"Computational communication is reshaping how we share information."

compute definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/kəmˈpjuːt/

To calculate or determine by using a computer or mathematical methods.

"The software can compute the total cost in seconds."

noun
/kəmˈpjuːtə(r)/

an electronic device for storing and processing data

"I bought a new computer for my office work."

verb
/kɒnˈkætəneɪt/

To link things together in a series or chain.

"The program concatenates two strings into one."

concave definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ˈkɒn.keɪv/

curved inward like the inside of a bowl

"The mirror had a concave surface that magnified her reflection."

verb
/kənˈsiːl/

to hide something or keep it secret

"He tried to conceal his disappointment behind a smile."

verb
/kənˈsiːd/

to admit something is true or valid, often reluctantly

"She finally conceded that she was wrong."

noun
/kənˈsiːt/

excessive pride in oneself; vanity

"His conceit made him unpopular among his colleagues."

verb
/kənˈsiːv/

to form or imagine an idea in the mind; to become pregnant

"It is hard to conceive how such an idea could succeed."

verb
/ˈkɒnsəntreɪt/

to focus all one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity

"She tried to concentrate on her studies despite the noise."

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noun
/ˌkɒnsnˈtreɪʃən/

the act of focusing one's attention or mental effort on something

"Good concentration is essential for success in exams."

adjective
/kənˈsɛntrɪk/

having a common center, as in circles or spheres

"The artist drew concentric circles on the canvas."

concept definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈkɒnsɛpt/

an abstract idea or a general notion

"The concept of freedom is valued by all societies."

noun
/kənˈsɛpʃən/

the forming or understanding of an idea; the act of conceiving a child

"Her conception of the project was very different from ours."

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noun
kənˌsep.tʃu.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

The process of forming a concept or idea; the process of developing something in the mind.

"The conceptualization of renewable cities is groundbreaking."

verb
/kənˈsɛptʃuəlaɪz/

to form an idea or concept of something in your mind

"The artist conceptualized a new design for the exhibition."

concern definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb
/kənˈsɜːrn/

to relate to or affect; a matter of worry or interest

"Environmental issues concern all of us."

adjective
/kənˈsɜːnd/

worried or anxious about something; involved or interested in something

"She was concerned about her mother's health."

preposition
/kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/

about or relating to something; causing worry or anxiety

"There are some reports concerning the new project."

concert definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈkɒnsət/

A musical performance given by one or more singers or musicians.

"We went to a concert last night and enjoyed the live music."

adjective
/kənˈsɜːrtɪd/

done with great effort, planned and performed together by multiple people

"The workers made a concerted effort to improve conditions."

noun
/kənˈtʃɛrtoʊ/

a musical composition for one or more solo instruments accompanied by an orchestra

"She played a Mozart concerto with the orchestra."

noun
/kənˈsɛʃən/

something that is granted, especially in response to demands; a compromise

"The company made several concessions during the negotiations."

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Conch

noun
/kɑːntʃ/

a large spiral shell, often used as a trumpet in ceremonies

"The priest blew the conch to begin the ritual."

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conciliate

verb
/kənˈsɪlieɪt/

to stop someone from being angry; to win over by friendly acts

"He tried to conciliate the angry customer with an apology."

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adjective
/kənˈsɪliətɔːri/

intended to make someone less angry or more agreeable; soothing

"She spoke in a conciliatory tone to ease the tension."

concise definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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concise

adjective
/kənˈsaɪs/

giving much information clearly and in a few words; brief but comprehensive

"The teacher asked for a concise summary of the article."

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Conck

noun
/kɒŋk/

a shell, especially a large spiral one used as a horn or for decoration

"The priest blew the conch shell to signal the start of the ceremony."

noun
/ˈkɒnk.leɪv/

a private meeting, especially a secret or important one

"The leaders met in a secret conclave to discuss the strategy."

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verb
/kənˈkluːd/

To bring something to an end or to reach a decision after consideration.

"The meeting concluded after two hours of discussion."

noun
/kənˈkluːʒən/

The end or finish of an event, process, or text; a judgment reached after consideration.

"The research paper ends with a strong conclusion."

adjective
/kənˈkluːsɪv/

serving to prove a case; decisive or convincing

"The DNA test provided conclusive evidence of his innocence."

concoct definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/kənˈkɒkt/

to make something, especially food or a story, by mixing or inventing

"He concocted a story to explain his absence."

concomitant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/kənˈkɒmɪtənt/

Naturally accompanying or associated with something.

"Increased stress is often concomitant with long working hours."

concord definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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concord

noun
/ˈkɒŋ.kɔːd/

Agreement or harmony between people or groups.

"The two nations lived in concord for many years."

noun
/kənˈkɔːrdəns/

Agreement; also an alphabetical index of the principal words in a book.

"There is a strong concordance between the two reports."

noun
/ˈkɒŋ.kɔː.dæt/

An agreement or treaty, especially between the Vatican and a secular government.

"The concordat established the rights of the church within the country."

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Concrete

adjective
/ˈkɒŋkriːt/

based on facts, not on ideas or guesses; specific and real

"She gave a concrete example to support her argument."

verb
/kənˈkɜːr/

To agree with someone or something.

"I concur with your opinion on this matter."

noun
/kənˈkʌrəns/

Agreement or union in action, opinion, or occurrence; simultaneous happening of events.

"The project was completed with the concurrence of all departments."

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adjective
/kənˈkʌrənt/

Happening, existing, or done at the same time.

"The university offers several concurrent courses during the summer."

noun
/kənˈkʌʃən/

A temporary unconsciousness or shock caused by a blow to the head.

"He suffered a concussion after falling from the bike."

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verb
/kənˈdɛm/

To express strong disapproval of; to declare something as wrong or unacceptable.

"The government condemned the act of violence."