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complacent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/kəmˈpleɪsənt/

showing self-satisfaction and a lack of concern about potential dangers or problems

"The team grew complacent after a few victories and stopped practicing hard."

compliant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/kəmˈplaɪənt/

Willing to agree with or follow rules, requests, or demands.

"She was compliant with all the safety requirements."

adjective C1
/kəmˈplɪsɪt/

involved with others in an illegal activity or wrongdoing

"He was found complicit in the crime."

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complicity

noun C1
/kəmˈplɪsəti/

the state of being involved with others in an illegal activity or wrongdoing

"The court revealed his complicity in the fraud scheme."

composure definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/kəmˈpoʊʒər/

the state of being calm and in control of oneself

"She managed to keep her composure during the heated debate."

compounding definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
kəmˈpaʊnd.ɪŋ

The process in which an asset's earnings, from either capital gains or interest, are reinvested to generate additional earnings over time.

"Compounding allows investments to grow exponentially over time."

comprehensible definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnsəbl/

able to be understood; intelligible

"The teacher explained the topic in a comprehensible way."

compress definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/kəmˈprɛs/

to press or squeeze something so that it becomes smaller

"The file was compressed to save storage space."

compression definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/kəmˈprɛʃn̩/

The act of pressing or squeezing something into a smaller space.

"File compression helps reduce storage requirements."

Compulsion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/kəmˈpʌlʃn̩/

An irresistible urge to do something, or the act of being forced.

"He felt a strong compulsion to check his phone constantly."

compulsive definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/kəmˈpʌlsɪv/

Resulting from or acting on an irresistible urge, especially one that is against one's conscious wishes.

"He is a compulsive gambler who cannot stop placing bets."

computation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
ˌkɒm.pjʊˈteɪ.ʃən

The action of mathematical calculation.

"Complex computation is required for AI models."

compute definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/kəmˈpjuːt/

To calculate or determine by using a computer or mathematical methods.

"The software can compute the total cost in seconds."

concave definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/ˈkɒn.keɪv/

curved inward like the inside of a bowl

"The mirror had a concave surface that magnified her reflection."

noun C1
/kənˈsiːt/

excessive pride in oneself; vanity

"His conceit made him unpopular among his colleagues."

concentric definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/kənˈsɛntrɪk/

having a common center, as in circles or spheres

"The artist drew concentric circles on the canvas."

Conception definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/kənˈsɛpʃən/

the forming or understanding of an idea; the act of conceiving a child

"Her conception of the project was very different from ours."

verb C1
/kənˈsɛptʃuəlaɪz/

to form an idea or concept of something in your mind

"The artist conceptualized a new design for the exhibition."

concerted definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/kənˈsɜːrtɪd/

done with great effort, planned and performed together by multiple people

"The workers made a concerted effort to improve conditions."

concerto definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/kənˈtʃɛrtoʊ/

a musical composition for one or more solo instruments accompanied by an orchestra

"She played a Mozart concerto with the orchestra."

conciliatory definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/kənˈsɪliətɔːri/

intended to make someone less angry or more agreeable; soothing

"She spoke in a conciliatory tone to ease the tension."

Conclusive definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/kənˈkluːsɪv/

serving to prove a case; decisive or convincing

"The DNA test provided conclusive evidence of his innocence."

concoct definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/kənˈkɒkt/

to make something, especially food or a story, by mixing or inventing

"He concocted a story to explain his absence."

verb C1
/kənˈkɜːr/

To agree with someone or something.

"I concur with your opinion on this matter."

noun C1
/kənˈkʌrəns/

Agreement or union in action, opinion, or occurrence; simultaneous happening of events.

"The project was completed with the concurrence of all departments."

concurrent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/kənˈkʌrənt/

Happening, existing, or done at the same time.

"The university offers several concurrent courses during the summer."

condense definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/kənˈdɛns/

to make something shorter, more concentrated, or more compact

"The editor asked the writer to condense the article into one page."

verb C1
/ˌkɒndɪˈsɛnd/

to behave as if one is superior while being gracious to others

"He would not condescend to answer such a trivial question."

adjective C1
/ˌkɒndɪˈsɛndɪŋ/

having or showing an attitude of patronizing superiority

"Her condescending tone upset her colleagues."

condiment definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkɒndɪmənt/

a substance such as salt, mustard, or ketchup that is used to add flavor to food

"Ketchup is a popular condiment in many countries."

noun C1
/ˈkɒndɪmənts/

Seasonings or sauces used to add flavor to food.

"Ketchup and mustard are popular condiments for burgers."

condolence definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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condolence

noun C1
/kənˈdəʊləns/

An expression of sympathy, especially on the occasion of death.

"She offered her sincere condolence to the grieving family."

condone definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/kənˈdəʊn/

To accept or allow behavior that is morally wrong or offensive.

"The manager refused to condone harassment in the workplace."

conducive definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C1
/kənˈdjuːsɪv/

making a certain situation or outcome likely or possible

"A quiet environment is conducive to studying."

noun C1
/ˈkɒndjuɪt/ or /ˈkɑːnduɪt/

a channel or pipe for conveying water, electricity, or information

"The cable was placed inside a protective conduit."

noun C1
/kənˈfɛdərəsi/

a group of states, people, or organizations united for a common purpose

"The southern states formed a confederacy during the civil war."

confederate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/adjective C1
/kənˈfɛdərət/

a person, group, or state joined in an alliance or union; relating to a confederacy

"The confederate soldiers fought bravely in the war."

confidant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkɒnfɪdænt/

A person with whom one shares a secret or private matter, trusting them not to repeat it.

"She found a true confidant in her childhood friend."

confidante definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌkɒnfɪˈdɑːnt/

A woman with whom one shares a secret or private matter, trusting her not to repeat it.

"The queen’s maid became her most trusted confidante."

adverb C1
/ˌkɒnfɪˈdenʃəli/

in a confidential manner; secretly; privately

"The information was shared confidentially between the two managers."

noun C1
/kənˈfaɪnmənt/

the state of being confined or restricted

"The prisoner endured years of confinement."

confiscate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/ˈkɒnfɪskeɪt/

to take something away officially, often as a punishment

"The teacher confiscated the student's phone during class."

conflagaration definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌkɒnfləˈɡreɪʃən/

This is a common misspelling of 'conflagration', which means a large, destructive fire.

"The term 'conflagaration' is often incorrectly used instead of 'conflagration'."

conflagration definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˌkɒnfləˈɡreɪʃən/

A large, destructive fire that destroys a great deal of land or property.

"The forest was devastated by a massive conflagration that lasted for days."

conflate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/kənˈfleɪt/

To combine two or more things, often confusingly, into one.

"The article tends to conflate facts with opinions."

confluence definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/ˈkɒnfluəns/

The junction of two rivers; also a situation where people or things come together.

"The city was founded at the confluence of two great rivers."

noun C1
/kənˈfɔːrməns/

The act of conforming to a rule, standard, or law.

"The product was tested for conformance with safety standards."

noun C1
/kənˈfɔːrmɪst/

A person who uncritically conforms to established practices or standards.

"She was labeled a conformist for always following the crowd."

conformity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C1
/kənˈfɔːrməti/

Compliance with standards, rules, or laws; behavior in accordance with social norms.

"The students were praised for their conformity to the school regulations."

confound definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C1
/kənˈfaʊnd/

to confuse or surprise someone, often by acting against their expectations

"The magician's trick seemed to confound the entire audience."