Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

boycott definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb
/ˈbɔɪkɒt/

to refuse to buy, use, or participate in something as a form of protest

"Many citizens decided to boycott the unfair election."

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boyfriend

noun
/ˈbɔɪˌfrɛnd/

a man or boy that someone is having a romantic or close relationship with

"She introduced her boyfriend to her parents."

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bra

noun
/brɑː/

a woman's undergarment worn to support and cover the breasts

"She bought a comfortable bra for everyday wear."

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brace

noun; verb
/breɪs/

a device that supports or strengthens something; to prepare mentally or physically for something difficult

"She braced herself for the strong wind."

noun
/ˈbreɪs.lət/

an ornamental band worn around the wrist

"She received a gold bracelet as a birthday gift."

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bracing

adjective
/ˈbreɪsɪŋ/

Invigorating, refreshing, or providing strength and energy.

"The hikers enjoyed the bracing mountain air."

noun/verb
/ˈbrækɪt/

A support attached to a wall for holding something; also, to group things together.

"The shelf was held up by a strong metal bracket."

adjective
/ˈbrækɪʃ/

Slightly salty, often describing water that is a mix of fresh and seawater.

"The river estuary contained brackish water."

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brae

noun
/breɪ/

A hillside or slope, especially in Scotland.

"They climbed up the grassy brae to see the sunset."

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brag

verb
/bræɡ/

To talk with pride about achievements or possessions, often in a boastful way.

"He liked to brag about his expensive car."

noun
/ˌbræɡəˈdoʊʃioʊ/

boastful or arrogant behavior; empty boasting

"His endless braggadocio annoyed everyone at the party."

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braggart

noun
/ˈbræɡərt/

a person who boasts about achievements or possessions

"No one liked him because he was such a braggart."

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braid

verb
/breɪd/

to weave together strands of hair or material

"She braided her hair before going to school."

brain definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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brain

noun
/breɪn/

the organ inside the head that controls thought, memory, feelings, and activity

"The human brain is incredibly complex."

brain-training definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
breɪn ˈtreɪ.nɪŋ

Mental exercises designed to improve cognitive functions, memory retention, and overall brain performance.

"Regular brain-training can improve memory retention."

verb, noun
/ˈbreɪnˌwɒʃ/

to manipulate someone into adopting certain beliefs by repeated pressure or propaganda; the act or process of such manipulation

"The group tried to brainwash new members with constant propaganda."

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brake

verb
/breɪk/

to slow down or stop a vehicle by applying a brake

"He braked suddenly to avoid hitting the dog."

noun, verb
/bræntʃ/

A part of a tree that grows out from the trunk; a division of an organization or subject.

"The company opened a new branch in Dhaka."

Branches definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ˈbræntʃɪz

A part of a tree that grows out from the trunk or from a bough.

"Family tree branches show the relationship between family members."

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brand

noun
/brænd/

a type of product manufactured by a company under a particular name

"Nike is a popular brand of sportswear."

branding definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈbræn.dɪŋ/

The process involved in creating a unique name and image for a product in the consumers' mind, mainly through advertising campaigns with a consistent theme.

"Strong branding helps build customer trust."

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brandish

verb
/ˈbrændɪʃ/

to wave or flourish something, especially a weapon, in a threatening or showy way

"He brandished a sword to scare off the intruders."

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brash

adjective
/bræʃ/

self-assertive in a rude, noisy, or overconfident way

"His brash comments offended many people at the meeting."

noun
/brəˈzɪər/

a woman's undergarment designed to support the breasts

"She bought a comfortable brassiere for daily wear."

adjective
/ˈbræsi/

loud and showy in a way that lacks good taste; resembling brass in color or sound

"She wore a brassy necklace that caught everyone’s attention."

adjective
/ˈbrætɪʃ/

acting like a spoiled child; behaving in an annoying, self-centered way

"The brattish boy threw a tantrum when he didn’t get his toy."

bravado definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/brəˈvɑːdoʊ/

a show of boldness or confidence intended to impress or intimidate

"His speech was full of bravado but lacked real substance."

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brave

adjective
/breɪv/

showing courage in the face of danger or difficulty

"The brave firefighter rushed into the burning building."

adverb
/ˈbreɪv.li/

in a way that shows courage and determination

"The firefighter bravely entered the burning building."

bravery definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈbreɪ.vər.i/

courageous behavior or character; the quality of being brave

"The firefighter showed great bravery while rescuing people from the burning building."

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bravo

interjection
/ˈbrɑː.voʊ/

used to express approval, admiration, or praise

"The audience shouted 'Bravo!' after the stunning performance."

noun
/brəˈvjʊrə/

a display of great skill and brilliance, especially in music or performance

"The pianist delivered a bravura performance that left the audience spellbound."

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brawl

noun
/brɔːl/

a noisy fight in a public place

"A brawl broke out outside the bar late at night."

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brawn

noun
/brɔːn/

physical strength in contrast to intelligence

"He used his brawn to lift the heavy box."

adjective
/ˈbrɔːni/

Physically strong and muscular.

"The brawny man lifted the heavy box with ease."

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bray

verb
/breɪ/

To make a loud, harsh sound like a donkey.

"The donkey began to bray loudly in the field."

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braze

verb
/breɪz/

To join two pieces of metal by heating and melting a filler metal into the joint.

"The mechanic brazed the broken pipe to fix the leak."

brazen definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ˈbreɪzən/

Bold and without shame; shameless.

"She made a brazen attempt to lie in front of everyone."

noun
/ˈbreɪziər/

A container for holding burning coal or charcoal, used for heating or cooking.

"The street vendor cooked chestnuts on a brazier."

breach definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb
/briːtʃ/

An act of breaking or failing to observe a law, agreement, or code of conduct; to break through.

"The company was fined for a breach of contract."

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Bread

noun
/brɛd/

A type of food made from flour, water, and yeast, mixed and baked.

"She bought a loaf of bread from the bakery."

noun
/brɛdθ/

The distance or measurement from side to side; width; a wide range.

"The breadth of his knowledge impressed everyone."

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break

verb, noun
/breɪk/

To separate into pieces; a pause in activity.

"He accidentally broke the glass."

noun
/ˈbrɛkdaʊn/

a failure or collapse of a system or machinery

"The car had a breakdown on the highway."

noun
/ˈbreɪkər/

A person or thing that breaks something; a large sea wave that breaks into foam near the shore; a device that interrupts an electric circuit.

"The breaker tripped during the storm, cutting off electricity."

noun
/ˈbrɛkfəst/

The first meal of the day, usually eaten in the morning.

"We had eggs and toast for breakfast."

breakthrough definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈbrɛkθruː/

a significant or sudden advance or discovery

"The scientist made a breakthrough in cancer research."

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Breast

noun
/brɛst/

Either of the two soft, rounded parts on a woman’s chest that produce milk after childbirth.

"The baby was fed from his mother's breast."

noun
/brɛθ/

The air taken into or expelled from the lungs during breathing.

"He took a deep breath before speaking."

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breathe

verb
/briːð/

To take air into the lungs and send it out again.

"It was hard to breathe in the smoky room."