Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

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conquer

verb
/ˈkɒŋkər/

To defeat and take control of a place or people by force.

"The king set out to conquer new lands."

adjective
/kɒnˈsæŋɡwɪn/

Of the same blood or origin; related by birth.

"The two families were consanguine through their grandparents."

adjective
/ˌkɒnsæŋˈɡwɪniəs/

Related by blood; descended from the same ancestor.

"The study focused on genetic disorders in consanguineous families."

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consanguinity

noun
/ˌkɒnsæŋˈɡwɪnɪti/

The fact of being descended from the same ancestor; blood relationship.

"The degree of consanguinity was important in inheritance laws."

noun
/ˈkɒnʃəns/

An inner sense of right and wrong that guides a person's actions.

"Her conscience told her to admit the mistake."

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adjective
/ˌkɒnʃiˈɛnʃəs/

Wishing to do what is right, especially to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly.

"He is a conscientious employee who always meets deadlines."

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noun
/ˌkɒn.ʃiˈen.ʃəs.nəs/

The quality of wishing to do what is right, especially to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly.

"Her conscientiousness makes her a great leader."

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conscious

adjective
/ˈkɒnʃəs/

Aware of and responding to one's surroundings; awake.

"She was fully conscious after the surgery."

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noun
/ˈkɒnʃəsnəs/

the state of being aware of and able to think about oneself and the environment

"The patient regained consciousness after the surgery."

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conscript

verb
/ˈkɒnskrɪpt/

to force someone into military service

"The government conscripted young men during the war."

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verb
/ˈkɒnsɪkreɪt/

to make something sacred, usually through a religious ceremony

"The church was consecrated by the bishop."

adjective
/kənˈsɛkjʊtɪv/

following one after another without interruption

"She won three consecutive matches."

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noun
/kənˈsɛnsəs/

general agreement among a group of people

"The team reached a consensus on the new strategy."

consent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/kənˈsɛnt/

permission for something to happen or agreement to do something

"She gave her consent before the operation."

consequence definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈkɒnsɪkwəns/

a result or effect of an action or condition

"She failed the exam as a consequence of not studying."

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noun
/ˈkɒnsɪkwənsɪz/

Results or effects of an action or condition.

"The consequences of ignoring safety protocols can be severe."

adjective
/ˌkɒnsɪˈkwɛnʃəl/

Having important or significant consequences; resulting from something.

"The meeting was consequential for the future of the project."

adverb
/ˈkɒnsɪkwəntli/

as a result; therefore

"He didn’t study, and consequently he failed the exam."

conservation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˌkɒnsəˈveɪʃən/

the protection and preservation of natural resources and the environment

"Conservation of forests is essential to prevent climate change."

Conservation Movement definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˌkɒnsərˈveɪʃən ˈmuːvmənt/

A political, environmental, and social movement that seeks to protect natural resources including plant and animal species as well as their habitat for the future.

"The conservation movement began in the 19th century to protect wildlife."

noun
/kənˈsɜːvəˌtɪzəm/

A political or social philosophy promoting traditional institutions and resistance to change.

"Conservatism values tradition and gradual development."

adjective
/kənˈsɜːvətɪv/

Favoring traditional views and values; resistant to change.

"He has conservative views on family and society."

noun
/ˈkɒnsəvəˌtwɑː/

A school specializing in the study of music or drama.

"She trained as a pianist at the Paris Conservatoire."

noun
/kənˈsɜːvəˌtɔːri/

A greenhouse for growing plants or a school for music and the arts.

"They grew exotic plants in the conservatory."

verb
/kənˈsɜːrv/

to protect something from harm or destruction; to use resources carefully to avoid waste

"We must conserve water during the dry season."

verb
/kənˈsɪdər/

to think carefully about something, especially before making a decision

"She is considering studying abroad next year."

adjective
/kənˈsɪdərəbl/

large in amount, size, or importance

"The project required a considerable amount of time and money."

adverb
/kənˈsɪdərəbli/

to a great extent or degree; significantly

"The weather has improved considerably since last week."

adjective
/kənˈsɪdərət/

showing concern for the needs and feelings of others

"He is always considerate of his neighbors."

noun
/kənˌsɪdəˈreɪʃən/

careful thought or attention to something before making a decision

"After much consideration, she accepted the job offer."

verb
/kənˈsaɪn/

to deliver something to a person or place, often for selling or safekeeping

"He consigned the package to the shipping company."

noun
/ˌkɒnsaɪˈniː/

the person or company to whom goods are delivered

"The consignee received the shipment on time."

noun
/kənˈsaɪnər/

a person or company that sends goods to be sold or transported

"The consignor shipped the goods to the warehouse."

verb
/kənˈsɪst/

to be made up or composed of certain parts or elements

"The committee consists of five members."

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noun
/kənˈsɪstənsi/

the quality of always behaving or performing in a similar way; uniformity

"Her consistency in work earned her a promotion."

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adjective
/kənˈsɪstənt/

acting or done in the same way over time; reliable or uniform

"He is very consistent in his work."

adverb
/kənˈsɪstəntli/

in a way that does not vary; regularly and dependably

"She has been performing consistently well in her studies."

verb
/kənˈsoʊl/

to comfort someone at a time of grief or disappointment

"She tried to console him after his loss."

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verb
/kənˈsɑːlɪdeɪt/

to combine into a single, more effective or coherent whole

"The company plans to consolidate its offices into one building."

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noun
/kənˌsɑːlɪˈdeɪʃən/

the act or process of combining into a single, stronger or more effective entity

"The consolidation of the two companies improved efficiency."

noun
/ˈkɒnsənəns/

Agreement or harmony among parts; a pleasing combination of sounds in music or words.

"The consonance between their ideas made the project successful."

noun
/ˈkɒnsənənt/

A speech sound produced by blocking air flow, or a letter representing such a sound.

"The word 'cat' has two consonants and one vowel."

verb
/ˈkɒnsɔːrt/

To associate with someone, typically with disapproval; also, a spouse of a reigning monarch.

"He was criticized for consorting with criminals."

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noun
kənˈsɔː.ti.əm

An association of several companies or organizations formed to undertake an enterprise beyond the resources of any one member.

"The consortium worked collaboratively to build the cable."

adjective
/kənˈspɪkjuəs/

Easily noticeable; attracting attention due to being unusual or prominent.

"Her red dress made her conspicuous at the party."

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conspiracy

noun
/kənˈspɪrəsi/

A secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful.

"The police uncovered a conspiracy to overthrow the government."

noun
/kənˈspɪrə.tər/

a person who secretly plans with others to do something unlawful or harmful

"The conspirator was arrested before the plan could be carried out."

verb
/kənˈspaɪər/

to secretly plan with others to do something harmful or illegal

"They conspired to overthrow the government."

noun
/ˈkʌn.stə.bəl/

a police officer of the lowest rank

"The constable directed traffic at the busy intersection."

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constancy

noun
/ˈkɒnstənsi/

the quality of being faithful and dependable

"Her constancy in friendship is admirable."