Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adjective
/ˈsɪŋkəˌpeɪtɪd/

Characterized by displaced beats or rhythms, especially in music.

"The jazz piece had a syncopated rhythm that energized the crowd."

noun
/ˈsɪndɪkət/

A group of individuals or organizations combined to promote a common interest or carry out a business venture.

"A syndicate of investors bought the struggling company."

noun
/ˈsɪnˌdroʊm/

a group of symptoms that occur together and characterize a condition or disease

"Down syndrome affects a person's physical and mental development."

noun
/sɪˈnɛrəsɪs/

The contraction of two adjacent vowels into a single syllable or the separation of liquid from a gel.

"The yogurt showed syneresis when liquid separated on top."

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Sword

noun
/sɔːrd/

a weapon with a long metal blade used for fighting

"The knight drew his sword to defend the castle."

verb
/ˈstaɪfl/

to prevent or restrain an action, idea, or emotion; to suffocate

"She tried to stifle a laugh during the serious meeting."

verb
/ˈstaɪfəld/

to suppress, hold back, or prevent something from happening

"He stifled a laugh during the serious meeting."

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stigma

noun
/ˈstɪɡmə/

a mark of shame or disgrace associated with a particular circumstance or quality

"There is still a stigma around mental health issues in many societies."

verb
/ˈstɪɡmətaɪz/

to describe or regard someone as worthy of disgrace or disapproval

"People with certain illnesses are often unfairly stigmatized."

noun
/stɪˈlɛtoʊ/

A small, thin, high-heeled shoe or a dagger with a slender blade.

"She wore elegant stiletto heels to the party."

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still

adjective
/stɪl/

not moving or making a sound

"The water was still, reflecting the sky."

adjective
/ˈstɪltɪd/

Speech or writing that is stiff, unnatural, or overly formal.

"His speech sounded stilted and rehearsed."

noun
/ˈstɪmjʊlənt/

A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.

"Coffee is a common stimulant that helps people stay awake."

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verb
/ˈstɪmjʊˌleɪt/

To encourage development, activity, or interest in something.

"The teacher used pictures to stimulate the students' imagination."

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noun
/ˌstɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

The action of arousing interest, enthusiasm, or excitement.

"Stimulation reduces stress and aids relaxation."

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noun (plural of stimulus)
/ˈstɪm.jʊ.laɪ/

Things or events that evoke a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue.

"Bright lights and loud noises are strong stimuli for the brain."

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noun
/ˈstɪmjʊləs/

Something that causes a reaction, activity, or growth.

"The bonus acted as a stimulus for better performance."

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sting

verb
/stɪŋ/

to pierce with a sharp point; to cause sharp pain

"The bee stung him on his arm while he was gardening."

adjective
/ˈstɪndʒi/

unwilling to spend or give; miserly

"He is too stingy to buy a gift for his friend."

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Stink

verb
/stɪŋk/

to smell very unpleasant

"The garbage bin stinks in the hot sun."

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noun
/stɪnt/

a period of time spent doing a particular job or activity

"She did a short stint as a teacher before moving abroad."

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stinting

verb
/ˈstɪntɪŋ/

to supply sparingly or with restrictions

"He never stinting his efforts to help the poor."

noun
/ˈstaɪpɛnd/

a fixed regular payment, usually for services or to cover living expenses

"The university provides a monthly stipend to its research students."

verb
/ˈstɪp.əl/

to cover a surface with numerous small dots or specks, often in drawing or painting

"The artist stippled the canvas to create a textured effect."

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verb
/ˈstɪp.jʊ.leɪt/

to demand or specify a condition in an agreement or contract

"The contract stipulates that payment must be made within 30 days."

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stir

verb
/stɜːr/

to mix or move something in a circular motion, especially in liquid

"She stirred the soup to make sure it didn't burn."

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noun, verb
/stɪtʃ/

to sew fabric together using a needle and thread; also a single loop of thread in sewing

"She stitched the torn dress carefully."

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stock

noun, verb
/stɒk/

a supply of goods kept for sale or use; to keep or fill with goods

"The shop stocks a wide variety of products."

noun
/stɒˈkeɪd/

a defensive barrier made of strong posts or timbers, often around a fort or prison

"The prisoners were kept inside the wooden stockade."

adjective
/ˈstɒdʒi/

Dull, uninspired, or old-fashioned; also heavy and hard to digest when referring to food.

"The lecture was so stodgy that many students struggled to stay awake."

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stoic

adjective
/ˈstoʊɪk/

Showing little or no emotion, even in difficult situations.

"She remained stoic during the crisis, never showing fear or panic."

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noun
/ˈstoʊɪˌsɪzəm/

The endurance of pain or hardship without showing feelings or complaining.

"He faced the loss of his job with remarkable stoicism."

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stoke

verb
/stoʊk/

To add fuel to a fire; to encourage or increase a strong feeling or activity.

"The politician’s speech stoked anger among the crowd."

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adjective
/ˈstɒlɪd/

Calm, dependable, and showing little emotion or animation.

"Despite the chaos around him, he remained stolid and composed."

noun/verb
/ˈstʌmək/

The internal organ in which food is digested; also to tolerate or endure something

"She couldn’t stomach the sight of violence."

noun
/ˈstʌmək eɪk/

Pain in the stomach or abdominal area

"I have a stomach ache after eating too much."

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stone

noun
/stoʊn/

a hard, naturally occurring mineral material found in the earth

"He threw a stone into the lake."

verb
/ˈstoʊnwɔːl/

To delay or block progress by refusing to cooperate or answer

"The witness tried to stonewall during the investigation."

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stoop

verb/noun
/stuːp/

To bend one's body forward and downward; also a small porch or staircase at the entrance of a house

"He had to stoop to pick up the coin."

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stop

verb
/stɑːp/

to bring to an end or cause to cease

"Please stop talking while I’m working."

noun
/ˈstɒpɪdʒ/

The act of stopping or ceasing; a halt in operation or activity

"The sudden stoppage of the train caused delays for all passengers."

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verb
/ˈstɒpɪŋ/

Coming to a halt or pause.

"The ship is stopping at the Falkland Islands."

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storage

noun
/ˈstɔːrɪdʒ/

the action or method of storing something for future use

"The warehouse offers plenty of storage space."

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adjective
/strəˈtiːdʒɪk/

relating to the identification of long-term or overall aims and interests and the means of achieving them

"His strategic thinking helped the company grow."

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adjective
/ˈstrætɪfaɪd/

arranged or classified in layers or strata

"Society in the past was highly stratified based on class and wealth."

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noun
/ˈstrætədʒi/

a plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim

"They developed a new strategy to increase sales."

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noun
ˈstræt.ə.dʒiz

A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim.

"Effective strategies ensure success."

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noun
/strəˈtiː.dʒɪk ˈɪn.saɪts/

Deep understanding and wisdom gained through careful analysis for planning purposes.

"Strategic insights guide policymaking."

verb
/ˈstræŋɡəl/

to kill or stop someone or something by squeezing the throat or restricting flow

"The villain tried to strangle his opponent in the dark alley."

adjective
/streɪndʒ/

unusual or not normal

"It was strange to see him at the party after so long."