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noun C2
/ˌviːələnsɛloʊ/

The full name of the cello, a large string instrument played with a bow and held between the knees.

"He practiced the violoncello for hours each day."

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virago

noun C2
/vəˈrɑːɡoʊ/

a loud, overbearing woman; historically, a strong or courageous woman

"The play depicted the heroine as a fierce virago who defied tradition."

adjective C2
/ˈvɪrəl/

having traditionally masculine qualities, such as strength, energy, and sexual vigor

"The actor was admired for his virile appearance."

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virtu

noun C2
/vɜːrˈtuː/

a love of or taste for fine art, antiques, or curiosities

"The collector’s house was filled with objects of virtu."

noun C2
/ˈvɪrjʊləns/

The severity or harmfulness of a disease or poison.

"Scientists studied the virulence of the new virus strain."

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noun C2
/ˈvɪzɪdʒ/

A person's face or facial expression.

"Her stern visage intimidated the children."

adjective C2
/ˈvɪsɪd/

Having a thick, sticky consistency.

"The sap had a viscid texture that stuck to his hands."

noun C2
/ˈvaɪkaʊnt/

A British nobleman ranking below an earl and above a baron.

"The viscount inherited the estate from his father."

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adjective C2
ˌvɪz.ju.oʊˈspeɪ.ʃəl

Related to understanding the relationship between space and objects through vision.

"Good visuospatial skills are important for architecture and design."

verb C2
/ˈvaɪtəlaɪz/

To give life, energy, or strength to something.

"Fresh air and exercise can vitalize the body and mind."

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verb C2
/ˈvɪʃieɪt/

to spoil, weaken, or make something less effective

"One careless remark can vitiate the entire argument."

adjective C2
/ˈvɪtriəs/

having a glass-like appearance or quality

"The mineral has a vitreous shine."

verb C2
/ˈvɪtrɪfaɪ/

to turn into glass or a glass-like substance by heat

"Sand can vitrify under intense heat."

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vitriol

noun C2
/ˈvɪtrioʊl/

harsh and bitter criticism

"The politician faced vitriol from the public."

adjective C2
/ˌvɪtriˈɑːlɪk/

filled with bitter criticism or malice

"His vitriolic remarks hurt everyone in the room."

adjective C2
/vaɪˈtjuːpərəbl̩/

Deserving of blame, censure, or harsh criticism.

"His reckless actions made him vituperable in the eyes of his colleagues."

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vituperate

verb C2
/vɪˈtjuːpəreɪt/

To criticize harshly or abuse verbally.

"The politician was quick to vituperate his opponents during the debate."

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adjective C2
/vɪˈtjuːpərətɪv/

Characterized by abusive or harsh language.

"The teacher’s vituperative remarks left the students in tears."

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viva voce

noun C2
ˈvaɪ.və ˈvəʊs

An oral examination, typically for an academic qualification.

"Viva Voce tests communication skills."

verb C2
/ˈvɪvɪfaɪ/

to give life or energy to something; to animate or enliven

"The teacher’s enthusiasm helped vivify the boring lecture."

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noun C2
/ˌvɪvɪˈsɛkʃən/

the practice of performing operations on live animals for scientific research

"Vivisection has long been a controversial topic among scientists and animal rights activists."

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vocable

noun C2
/ˈvoʊkəbəl/

a word, term, or sound that has meaning

"The dictionary contained thousands of vocables from different languages."

adjective C2
/ˈvɒkətɪv/

relating to a case in grammar used for directly addressing someone

"In Latin, the vocative case is used when directly calling someone by name."

noun C2
/voʊˈsɪfərəns/

the act of shouting or making a loud outcry

"The vociferance of the protesters filled the streets."

verb C2
/voʊˈsɪfəˌreɪt/

to shout, complain, or argue loudly or vehemently

"The protesters vociferated against the unfair law."

adjective C2
/voʊˈsɪfərəs/

expressing feelings or opinions in a loud and forceful way

"The vociferous crowd demanded justice."

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volant

adjective C2
/ˈvoʊlənt/

able to fly or moving swiftly

"The volant bird soared gracefully across the sky."

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noun C2
/voʊˈlɪʃən/

The power or faculty of using one's will; the act of making a conscious choice.

"She signed the agreement of her own volition."

adjective C2
/ˈvɑːlətɪv/

Relating to the will or the exercise of the will.

"The treaty was signed under volitive agreement between both nations."

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volubility

noun C2
/ˌvɑːljəˈbɪləti/

The quality of talking fluently, readily, or incessantly.

"His volubility made him a successful radio host."

adjective C2
/ˈvɑːljəbl/

Speaking or spoken incessantly and fluently.

"She became more voluble as the evening progressed."

adjective C2
/vəˈlʌptʃuəs/

Relating to or characterized by luxury and sensual pleasure; sexually attractive.

"The artist painted a voluptuous figure reclining on the couch."

noun C2
/ˈvoʊtəri/

A devoted follower or admirer of someone or something.

"He is a votary of classical music and attends every concert."

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votive

adjective C2
/ˈvoʊtɪv/

Offered or dedicated in fulfillment of a vow.

"She lit a votive candle in the church as a prayer."

verb C2
/ˈvaʊtʃ.seɪf/

to grant or give something in a gracious or condescending manner

"He vouchsafed them a rare smile."

adjective C2
/ˈwæɡ.ɪʃ/

playfully humorous or mischievous

"His waggish remarks made everyone laugh."

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Waif

noun C2
/weɪf/

a homeless, neglected, or abandoned person, often a child

"The young waif wandered the streets in search of food."

noun C2
/ˈwɑːmpəm/

beads made by Native Americans from shells, used as money or decoration

"The tribe traded furs for wampum."

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wangle

verb C2
/ˈwaŋɡl/

To achieve something by clever or sometimes dishonest persuasion or trickery.

"He wangled a free ticket to the concert."

noun C2
/ˈwɒntənnəs/

The quality of being reckless, cruel, or deliberately malicious.

"His wantonness shocked everyone at the gathering."

verb C2
/ˈwɔːbəl/

To sing or whistle with a quavering voice or with trills.

"The bird warbled a sweet tune in the morning."

noun C2
/ˈwɔːrˌmʌŋɡər/

A person who advocates or promotes war or conflict.

"The leader was criticized as a warmonger by his opponents."

noun C2
/ˈwɒrən/

A network of interconnected rabbit burrows; also used metaphorically for a densely populated building or district.

"The old part of the city is a warren of narrow streets."

noun C2
/ˈweɪstrəl/

A person who wastes time, money, or resources; an idler or spendthrift.

"The young man was dismissed as a wastrel by his family."

noun C2
/ˈweɪvlət/

a small wave or ripple on the surface of water or another medium

"The pond was disturbed only by the tiny wavelets caused by the breeze."

verb C2
/ˌweɪˈleɪ/

to stop or interrupt someone unexpectedly, often to attack or detain them

"He was waylaid by reporters as he left the courthouse."

adjective C2
/ˈwiːk niːd/

Lacking determination or courage; easily frightened or yielding.

"The leader was criticized for being weak-kneed in the face of opposition."

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weal

noun C2
/wiːl/

A raised mark on the skin left after a blow; or general well-being and prosperity.

"The charity worked for the common weal of the community."

noun C2
/ˈwɛlkɪn/

The sky, the heavens, or the upper air.

"The eagle soared high into the welkin."

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welt

noun C2
/wɛlt/

A raised mark on the skin, usually from a blow or allergic reaction.

"He had a red welt on his arm after the bee sting."