Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/ˌkɒndɛnˈseɪʃən/

The process of water vapor changing into liquid; also, the act of making something more concise.

"Condensation formed on the windows during the cold night."

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verb
/kənˈdɛns/

to make something shorter, more concentrated, or more compact

"The editor asked the writer to condense the article into one page."

noun
/kənˈdenst mɪlk/

milk from which water has been removed and sugar added, creating a thick, sweet product

"The recipe calls for a can of condensed milk to make the dessert extra creamy."

verb
/ˌkɒndɪˈsɛnd/

to behave as if one is superior while being gracious to others

"He would not condescend to answer such a trivial question."

adjective
/ˌkɒndɪˈsɛndɪŋ/

having or showing an attitude of patronizing superiority

"Her condescending tone upset her colleagues."

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condign

adjective
/ˈkɒndaɪn/

deserved, appropriate, and fitting (especially punishment)

"The criminal received condign punishment for his crimes."

noun
/ˈkɒndɪmənt/

a substance such as salt, mustard, or ketchup that is used to add flavor to food

"Ketchup is a popular condiment in many countries."

noun
/ˈkɒndɪmənts/

Seasonings or sauces used to add flavor to food.

"Ketchup and mustard are popular condiments for burgers."

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noun
/kənˈdɪʃən/

The state of something with regard to its appearance, quality, or working order; a requirement that must be met.

"The car is in excellent condition."

adjective
/kənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/

dependent on certain conditions; not absolute

"The job offer is conditional upon passing the background check."

verb
/kənˈdəʊl/

To express sympathy for someone who is suffering or grieving.

"Neighbors came to condole with the family after the tragedy."

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condolence

noun
/kənˈdəʊləns/

An expression of sympathy, especially on the occasion of death.

"She offered her sincere condolence to the grieving family."

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verb
/kənˈdəʊn/

To accept or allow behavior that is morally wrong or offensive.

"The manager refused to condone harassment in the workplace."

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conduce

verb
/kənˈdjuːs/

To help bring about a particular result; to contribute to something.

"Regular exercise conduces to better health."

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adjective
/kənˈdjuːsɪv/

making a certain situation or outcome likely or possible

"A quiet environment is conducive to studying."

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conduct

noun, verb
/ˈkɒndʌkt/ (noun), /kənˈdʌkt/ (verb)

to organize or carry out; or a person's behavior

"The teacher conducted the exam fairly."

adjective
/kənˈdʌktəbl̩/

capable of being conducted, especially electricity or heat

"Copper is highly conductible to electricity."

noun
/kənˈdʌktər/

a person who directs a performance or someone who collects fares on public transport; or a material that conducts electricity

"The conductor waved his baton to start the orchestra."

noun
/ˈkɒndjuɪt/ or /ˈkɑːnduɪt/

a channel or pipe for conveying water, electricity, or information

"The cable was placed inside a protective conduit."

noun
/kənˈfɛkʃəneri/

sweets, candies, and other food items made with sugar

"The shop sells a wide variety of confectionery."

noun
/kənˈfɛdərəsi/

a group of states, people, or organizations united for a common purpose

"The southern states formed a confederacy during the civil war."

noun/adjective
/kənˈfɛdərət/

a person, group, or state joined in an alliance or union; relating to a confederacy

"The confederate soldiers fought bravely in the war."

verb
/kənˈfɜːr/

to discuss something important or to grant or bestow something

"The committee will confer to decide on the new policy."

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conferee

noun
/ˌkɒnfəˈriː/

a person who takes part in a conference

"Each conferee received a badge at the registration desk."

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noun
/ˈkɒnfərəns/

A formal meeting for discussion, especially about a particular subject.

"She is attending an international business conference."

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verb
/kənˈfɛs/

to admit that you have done something wrong or illegal

"He confessed that he had stolen the money."

noun
/kənˈfɛʃən/

a statement admitting that one is guilty of a crime or has done something wrong

"The suspect made a full confession to the police."

noun
/kənˈfɛsər/

A person who confesses sins or secrets, especially to a priest.

"The confessor listened patiently to the troubled man."

noun
/ˈkɒnfɪdænt/

A person with whom one shares a secret or private matter, trusting them not to repeat it.

"She found a true confidant in her childhood friend."

noun
/ˌkɒnfɪˈdɑːnt/

A woman with whom one shares a secret or private matter, trusting her not to repeat it.

"The queen’s maid became her most trusted confidante."

verb
/kənˈfaɪd/

To tell someone about a secret or private matter while trusting them not to repeat it.

"He confided his worries to his best friend."

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noun
/ˈkɒnfɪdəns/

The feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; firm trust or self-assurance.

"She spoke with great confidence during the meeting."

adjective
/ˈkɒnfɪdənt/

feeling or showing certainty about something; having self-assurance

"She was confident about her ability to succeed."

adjective
/ˌkɒnfɪˈdɛnʃl/

intended to be kept secret or private

"The lawyer shared confidential documents with her client."

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noun
ˌkɒn.fɪ.den.ʃiˈæl.ɪ.ti

The state of keeping or being kept secret or private

"Confidentiality is crucial in data security."

adverb
/ˌkɒnfɪˈdenʃəli/

in a confidential manner; secretly; privately

"The information was shared confidentially between the two managers."

noun
/kənˌfɪɡəˈreɪʃən/

an arrangement of parts or elements in a particular form or structure

"The configuration of the system needs to be adjusted for better performance."

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verb
/kənˈfaɪn/

to keep or restrict someone or something within limits

"He was confined to his room after the surgery."

noun
/kənˈfaɪnmənt/

the state of being confined or restricted

"The prisoner endured years of confinement."

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verb
/kənˈfɜːrm/

to establish the truth, accuracy, or validity of something

"The hotel will confirm your reservation by email."

noun
/kənˌfɜːˈmeɪʃən/

the action of confirming something or the state of being confirmed

"She received a confirmation email for her appointment."

verb
/ˈkɒnfɪskeɪt/

to take something away officially, often as a punishment

"The teacher confiscated the student's phone during class."

noun
/ˌkɒnfləˈɡreɪʃən/

This is a common misspelling of 'conflagration', which means a large, destructive fire.

"The term 'conflagaration' is often incorrectly used instead of 'conflagration'."

noun
/ˌkɒnfləˈɡreɪʃən/

A large, destructive fire that destroys a great deal of land or property.

"The forest was devastated by a massive conflagration that lasted for days."

verb
/kənˈfleɪt/

To combine two or more things, often confusingly, into one.

"The article tends to conflate facts with opinions."

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conflict

noun
/ˈkɒnflɪkt/

A serious disagreement or argument, often a prolonged one.

"The two countries are trying to resolve the conflict through negotiations."

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noun
/ˈkɒn.flɪkt ˌrez.əˈluː.ʃən/

The process of finding peaceful solutions to disputes or disagreements between parties.

"Conflict resolution is vital for global peace."

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noun
/ˈkɒnfluəns/

The junction of two rivers; also a situation where people or things come together.

"The city was founded at the confluence of two great rivers."

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confluent

adjective
/ˈkɒnfluənt/

Flowing together or merging; coming together at one point.

"The confluent streams formed a mighty river."

verb
/kənˈfɔːrm/

To comply with rules, standards, or laws.

"Students must conform to the school regulations."