Vocabularios

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nadir

noun C2
/ˈneɪdɪər/

The lowest point of a situation or condition.

"The company reached its nadir during the financial crisis."

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naphtha

noun C2
/ˈnæfθə/

A flammable oil containing hydrocarbons, obtained from petroleum or coal tar, used as fuel or solvent.

"The factory stored barrels of naphtha for industrial use."

noun C2
/nɑːrˈsɪsəs/

A type of flowering plant with yellow or white blooms, often associated with self-love from Greek mythology.

"A narcissus bloomed in the garden during spring."

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natal

adjective C2
/ˈneɪtl/

Relating to birth or the place of birth.

"She returned to her natal village after many years."

noun C2
/næˈteɪʃən/

The act or sport of swimming.

"She took lessons in natation to improve her swimming skills."

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natty

adjective C2
/ˈnæti/

Neat, stylish, and fashionable in appearance.

"He looked very natty in his new suit."

verb C2
/ˈnɔːzieɪt/

To make someone feel sick, with an inclination to vomit.

"The spoiled food nauseated him quickly."

nave

noun C2
/neɪv/

the central part of a church building intended to accommodate the congregation

"The choir sang beautifully in the church nave."

noun C2
/ˈneɪˌseɪ.ɪŋ/

The act of expressing negative or pessimistic views.

"His constant naysaying discouraged the team."

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nbsp

noun C2
/ˌɛn.biː.esˈpiː/

a non-breaking space character in HTML used to prevent an automatic line break at its position

"Use   in HTML to add a space that won't break into a new line."

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neap

noun C2
/niːp/

A tide just after the first or third quarters of the moon when the difference between high and low tide is least.

"During a neap tide, the water level change is minimal."

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Nebulous

adjective C2
/ˈnɛbjələs/

Unclear, vague, or ill-defined; resembling a cloud or haze.

"His plan for the future was still nebulous and hard to understand."

noun C2
/nɪˈkrɒlədʒi/

An obituary notice or a list of people who have recently died.

"The newspaper published a necrology of notable figures who passed away that year."

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necromancer

noun C2
/ˈnɛkrəˌmænsər/

a person who practices necromancy; a wizard or magician who claims to communicate with the dead

"The villagers feared the old necromancer who lived at the edge of the forest."

noun C2
/ˈnɛkrəˌmænsi/

the practice of communicating with the dead, often to predict the future

"Ancient texts described rituals of necromancy performed by priests."

noun C2
/nəˈkrɒpəlɪs/

a large ancient cemetery with elaborate tombs

"The archaeologists discovered artifacts in the necropolis of the ancient city."

noun C2
/nɛˈkroʊsɪs/

the death of body tissue due to disease, injury, or lack of blood supply

"The doctor explained that the patient’s wound showed signs of necrosis."

adjective C2
/nɪˈfɛəriəs/

Wicked, criminal, or morally bad.

"The police uncovered a nefarious plot to cheat investors."

noun C2
/ˌnɛɡlɪˈʒeɪ/

A woman's light dressing gown, often made of thin or silky material.

"She wore a silk negligee before going to bed."

noun C2
/ˌniːoʊˈdɑːrwɪnɪzəm/

A modern interpretation of Darwin's theory of evolution, integrating genetics and natural selection.

"Neo-Darwinism combines Darwin’s theory of natural selection with modern genetics."

noun C2
/ˌniːoʊˈlætɪn/

The use of Latin language for scholarly, scientific, and literary purposes after the medieval period.

"Many scientific names are derived from Neo-Latin."

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neocracy

noun C2
/niːˈɒkrəsi/

A government or leadership run by inexperienced or new officials.

"The sudden revolution led to a neocracy with inexperienced leaders."

noun C2
/niːˈɒlədʒɪzəm/

A newly coined word or expression.

"The internet has given rise to many neologisms like 'selfie' and 'hashtag'."

noun C2
/niˈɒlədʒi/

The use of new words or the study of their origin.

"The professor specialized in neology, studying the creation of modern slang."

noun C2
/ˌniːoʊˈpeɪɡənɪzəm/

Modern religious movements influenced by or claiming to be derived from the various historical pagan beliefs of pre-modern Europe.

"Neopaganism has gained popularity as people seek spiritual alternatives to mainstream religions."

neophyte definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈniːəˌfaɪt/

A beginner or novice in a subject, skill, or belief.

"As a neophyte in programming, she often asked for guidance from her mentor."

Nestling definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈnɛslɪŋ/

a young bird that has not yet left the nest

"The nestling waited for its parent to bring food."

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nether

adjective C2
/ˈnɛðər/

situated down or below; lower

"They explored the nether regions of the cave."

noun C2
/ˈnɛtl̩/

a plant with stinging hairs that cause irritation when touched

"He accidentally brushed against the nettle and felt a sharp sting."

adjective C2
/ˈnɛtlˌsʌm/

Causing irritation, annoyance, or difficulty.

"The nettlesome rules frustrated the workers."

noun C2
/njʊˈrældʒə/

intense, often intermittent pain along a nerve pathway

"The patient suffers from neuralgia in her face."

neurocognitive definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
ˌnjʊəroʊˈkɒɡnɪtɪv

Related to brain information processing and memory power

"Neurocognitive functions decline due to lack of sleep."

neurofeedback definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
ˈnjʊə.rəʊ ˌfiːd.bæk

A technique that uses real-time displays of brain activity to teach self-regulation of brain function.

"Neurofeedback enhances cognitive performance and relaxation."

neurogenesis definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˌnjʊə.rəʊˈdʒɛn.ɪ.sɪs/

The process of forming new nerve cells in the brain.

"Scientists are studying neurogenesis to understand brain health."

neuroprotective definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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neuroprotective

adjective C2
ˌnjʊə.rəʊ.prəˈtek.tɪv

Having the ability to protect nerve cells from damage, degeneration, or impaired function.

"Omega-3 fatty acids have neuroprotective benefits."

neuroscientific definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
ˌnjʊə.rəʊ.saɪənˈtɪ.fɪk

Related to the scientific study of the brain and nervous system.

"Neuroscientific research helps understand memory retention."

Newt definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Newt

noun C2
/nuːt/

a small amphibian with a long tail that lives both in water and on land

"The newt swam gracefully in the pond."

adjective C2
/njuːˈtoʊniən/

relating to the laws of motion and gravitation formulated by Sir Isaac Newton

"The scientist explained the Newtonian laws of motion."

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nib

noun C2
/nɪb/

the pointed end of a pen used for writing or drawing

"He dipped the nib into the ink before writing."

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nicety

noun C2
/ˈnaɪsəti/

a fine or subtle detail, or a refined, delicate aspect of something

"The lawyer explained the legal niceties of the case."

Nigella definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/naɪˈdʒel.ə/

small black seeds with a nutty, slightly bitter flavor, also known as black cumin or black seed

"Sprinkle nigella seeds on top of the bread before baking."

adjective C2
/ˈnɪɡərdli/

unwilling to spend or give; stingy or miserly

"He was too niggardly to leave a decent tip."

verb C2
/ˈnɪɡəl/

to cause slight but persistent annoyance, discomfort, or worry

"A small doubt niggled at her mind."

Night queen definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/naɪt kwiːn/

a fragrant white flower that blooms at night and releases strong sweet scent

"The night queen flowers filled the garden with their sweet fragrance."

Night-jesmine definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/naɪt ˈdʒæz.mɪn/

a fragrant flowering tree that blooms at night with small white flowers

"The night-jasmine tree blooms only after sunset with its tiny white flowers."

noun C2
/ˈnaɪɪˌlɪzəm/

The rejection of all religious and moral principles, often in the belief that life is meaningless.

"The philosopher was criticized for promoting nihilism."

noun C2
/ˈnaɪəlɪst/

A person who rejects all religious and moral principles, often believing that life is meaningless.

"He was called a nihilist for rejecting all social norms."

Ninny definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Ninny

noun C2
/ˈnɪn.i/

a silly or foolish person; someone who lacks common sense

"Don't be such a ninny, use your brain!"

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nit

noun C2
/nɪt/

The egg or young form of a louse or other parasitic insect.

"The teacher noticed nits in the child’s hair."

verb C2
/ˈnɪtˌpɪk/

To find and criticize small or unimportant faults in someone or something.

"She tends to nitpick about every little detail."