Vocabularios

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adherence definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ədˈhɪərəns/

the act of sticking to or faithfully following something

"Her strict adherence to the law impressed everyone."

adherent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ədˈhɪərənt/

a person who supports or follows a particular belief, cause, or leader

"He is a strong adherent of democratic values."

adhesion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ədˈhiːʒən/

the process or state of sticking to something

"Strong adhesion is needed for the tiles to stay in place."

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Adhesive

adjective C1
/ədˈhiːsɪv/

আঠালো; চটচটে;

"The adhesive tape stuck firmly to the wall."

adjacency definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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adjacency

noun C1
/əˈdʒeɪsənsi/

The state of being next to or adjoining something else.

"The adjacency of the two buildings made it easy to connect them."

adjoin definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈdʒɔɪn/

To be next to and joined with something.

"Their house adjoins the park."

adjourn definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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adjourn

verb C1
/əˈdʒɜrn/

to suspend a meeting or session to another time or place

"The judge decided to adjourn the hearing until next week."

adjudicate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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adjudicate

verb C1
/əˈdʒuːdɪˌkeɪt/

to make a formal judgment or decision about a problem or dispute

"The committee was formed to adjudicate disputes between the parties."

adjunct definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈædʒʌŋkt/

a thing added to something else as a supplementary part

"The professor worked as an adjunct at the university."

administrate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ədˈmɪnɪstreɪt/

to manage or supervise the execution of duties, laws, or resources; to formally give or apply something such as a test or medicine

"The committee will administrate the new policy across all departments."

admissible definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ədˈmɪsəbl/

acceptable or valid, especially as evidence in a court of law

"The judge ruled that the document was admissible as evidence."

admittance definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ədˈmɪtəns/

the process or fact of entering or being allowed to enter a place

"No admittance without a valid ticket."

admonish definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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admonish

verb C1
/ədˈmɒnɪʃ/

to warn or reprimand someone firmly; to advise or urge earnestly

"The teacher admonished the students for being late."

admonition definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌædməˈnɪʃən/

a firm warning or reprimand; gentle or earnest advice

"He received an admonition for his careless work."

ado definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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ado

noun C1
/əˈduː/

a fuss or unnecessary activity; trouble or difficulty

"Without further ado, let’s begin the ceremony."

adoptive definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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adoptive

adjective C1
/əˈdɒptɪv/

relating to the adoption of a child or the act of taking something as one’s own

"She grew up in a loving adoptive family."

adoration definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌædəˈreɪʃən/

deep love and respect; worship

"The fans showed their adoration for the singer."

adorn definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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adorn

verb C1
/əˈdɔːrn/

to decorate or add beauty to something

"The hall was adorned with flowers for the wedding."

advent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈæd.vənt/

The arrival of a notable person, thing, or event.

"The advent of the internet changed the way people communicate."

adversarial definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌæd.vɚˈser.i.əl/

Involving or characterized by conflict or opposition; antagonistic.

"The two companies have an adversarial relationship in the market."

adversary definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈæd.və.ser.i/

One's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute.

"The boxer faced a strong adversary in the ring."

aerodynamics definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˌeə.rəʊ.daɪˈnæm.ɪks

The study of the properties of moving air and the interaction between the air and solid bodies moving through it.

"The aerodynamics of an aircraft determines its speed and efficiency."

aesthetical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/iːsˈθɛθɪkəl/

concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty; related to artistic taste or appearance

"The architect focused on the aesthetical balance of the building."

aesthetically definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb C1
/iːsˈθetɪkli/

in a way that is concerned with beauty or visual appeal

"The building is aesthetically pleasing despite its simple design."

aesthetics definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
esˈθet.ɪks

A set of principles concerned with the nature and appreciation of beauty, especially in art and design.

"Interior design focuses on aesthetics and functionality."

affidavit definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌæfəˈdeɪvɪt/

a written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, used as evidence in court

"The witness submitted an affidavit to the court."

affiliate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈfɪliˌeɪt/

to officially attach or connect (a group or organization) to a larger body

"The school is affiliated with the local university."

affiliation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˌfɪliˈeɪʃən/

the state of being officially attached to an organization

"His political affiliation is with the reformist party."

affinity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈfɪnɪti/

a natural liking, attraction, or connection between people, things, or ideas

"She felt a strong affinity for classical music."

affirmation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌæfərˈmeɪʃən/

the act of confirming or stating something positively; a declaration of support or belief

"Daily affirmation helps to build confidence and positivity."

affirmative definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/əˈfɜːrmətɪv/

expressing agreement, approval, or a positive response

"She gave an affirmative answer to the proposal."

affix definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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affix

verb C1
/əˈfɪks/

to attach or stick something firmly to another thing

"Please affix the stamp to the envelope."

afflict definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/əˈflɪkt/

to cause pain, suffering, or distress to someone or something

"Many people are afflicted by seasonal allergies."

affliction definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈflɪkʃən/

a state of pain, suffering, or distress

"Poverty is a common affliction in many parts of the world."

affluence definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈæfluəns/

the state of having a great deal of money or wealth

"His lifestyle shows signs of great affluence."

afforestation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˌæfɔːˈreɪʃən

The process of establishing a forest, especially on land that was not recently forested.

"Afforestation is essential to combat climate change."

afresh definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb C1
/əˈfrɛʃ/

From the beginning, in a new way.

"After the failure, they started the project afresh."

afterthought definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈæftərˌθɔːt/

Something added or considered later than originally planned.

"The gift seemed like an afterthought rather than a genuine gesture."

aggravation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌæɡ.rəˈveɪ.ʃən/

The act of making a situation worse or the state of being worsened.

"The delay caused great aggravation for the passengers."

aggregate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb, adjective C1
/ˈæɡ.rɪ.ɡət/ (noun/adjective), /ˈæɡ.rɪ.ɡeɪt/ (verb)

A whole formed by combining several elements; to combine into a total.

"The data was aggregated to provide a clearer picture of the market."

aghast definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/əˈɡæst/

filled with shock or horror

"The audience was aghast at the tragic scene."

agile definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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agile

adjective C1
/ˈædʒ.aɪl/

able to move quickly and easily; quick and adaptable in thinking or action

"The startup team was agile in responding to market changes."

agility definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/əˈdʒɪl.ə.ti/

the ability to move or think quickly and easily

"Her agility on the field impressed the coach."

agitate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈædʒ.ɪ.teɪt/

to stir up feelings or disturb; to campaign for change

"The protesters agitated for better working conditions."

adjective C1
/ˈædʒɪteɪtɪd/

disturbed; anxious; restless; excited in a negative way

"He became agitated when he heard the bad news."

agitation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌædʒ.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

a state of nervousness, excitement, or unrest; or action of stirring up public concern

"There was visible agitation among the crowd."

agnostic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/æɡˈnɒs.tɪk/

a person who believes that nothing is known or can be known about the existence of God; uncertain in belief

"He described himself as an agnostic rather than an atheist."

agonize definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈæɡənaɪz/

To suffer extreme physical or mental pain; to spend time worrying.

"She agonized for days over whether she had made the right decision."

agrarian definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/əˈɡrɛəriən/

Related to farming, agriculture, or rural land.

"The country’s economy is still largely agrarian."

agrarian societies definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
əˈɡrɛriən səˈsaɪətiz

Societies based on agriculture and farming as the primary economic activity.

"Agrarian societies emerged from a need for stable food sources."