Словарь английского языка | Значения слов, определения и примеры
reddish-brown in color, especially used to describe hair
"She has long auburn hair that shines in the sunlight."
a public sale where goods are sold to the highest bidder
"The painting was sold at an auction for a record price."
a person who conducts auctions by calling out bids and selling items to the highest bidder
"The auctioneer quickly raised the price as bidders competed for the painting."
showing a willingness to take bold risks; daring
"It was an audacious plan to climb the mountain in winter."
the willingness to take bold risks; rude or disrespectful boldness
"He had the audacity to question the professor in class."
able to be heard
"Her voice was barely audible over the noise of the crowd."
A group of people who gather to watch, listen to, or experience a performance, event, or broadcast.
"The audience clapped loudly after the performance."
sound, especially when recorded or transmitted
"The audio quality of the podcast was excellent."
Educational content delivered through sound recordings, typically used for language learning and skill development.
"Audio lessons are useful for listening skills."
A formal examination of accounts or processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.
"The company hired an external firm to audit its financial statements."
A trial performance by an actor, singer, or musician to demonstrate suitability for a role.
"She auditioned for the lead role in the school play."
Relating to the sense of hearing.
"The lecture was designed to enhance students' auditory learning skills."
To make something greater by adding to it; to increase.
"The company plans to augment its workforce with new recruits."
Enhancing or increasing the effectiveness or quality of something.
"Augmented reality (AR) enables augmentation of real-world experiences."
having been made greater in size or value.
"The new software provided augmented reality features."
Technology that overlays digital information on the real world environment.
"Gaming has been transformed by augmented reality."
Increasing; making something greater in size, number, or degree
"Life expectancy is augmenting with advancements in healthcare."
To be a sign of something to come; to predict or foretell.
"Dark clouds augur a coming storm."
A sign or omen that is believed to predict future events.
"The dark clouds were seen as an augury of an approaching storm."
Respected and impressive; inspiring reverence or admiration.
"The king entered the hall with an august presence."
the sister of your father or mother, or the wife of your uncle
"My aunt always gives me gifts on my birthday."
the sister of one’s father or mother; a term of respectful address for an older woman, especially in South Asian usage
"My aunty lives near our house and often visits us."
Relating to the ear or the sense of hearing.
"The lecture was an aural experience as well as an intellectual one."
A halo or radiance surrounding the head or body, often in religious art.
"The painting showed the saint with an aureole around his head."
The external part of the ear; also an upper chamber of the heart in anatomy.
"The doctor examined the patient’s auricle for signs of infection."
Relating to the ear or hearing.
"The doctor used an auricular thermometer to check the patient's temperature."
Containing or producing gold.
"The miners discovered an auriferous vein in the mountains."
A natural display of lights in the sky, usually seen in polar regions.
"We traveled to Norway to see the northern aurora."
Relating to or resembling the aurora, especially the northern lights.
"The scientists observed auroral activity in the night sky."
The act of listening to internal sounds of the body, typically using a stethoscope.
"The doctor performed auscultation to check the patient’s lungs."
A sign, omen, or divine token; also refers to protection or support.
"The project was launched under the auspice of the government."
Patronage, support, or guidance, often used in the phrase 'under the auspices of'.
"The conference was held under the auspices of the United Nations."
Suggesting a positive or favorable outcome; fortunate.
"The wedding was held on an auspicious day."
Severe or strict in manner, attitude, or appearance; plain and simple.
"The monk lived an austere life in the mountains."
Sternness or severity in manner or attitude; also strict economic policies.
"The government introduced new austerity measures."
A system of self-sufficiency where a state or community is economically independent.
"The nation attempted autarchy to reduce reliance on imports."
Economic independence or self-sufficiency; a policy of establishing a self-sufficient national economy.
"Some nations aim for autarky to reduce reliance on imports."
Genuine and real; not fake or copied.
"The museum displayed an authentic painting by Picasso."
in a genuine, real, or true manner; in a way that reflects true character or origin
"She speaks authentically about her experiences."
To prove or show that something is genuine or true.
"The bank uses advanced technology to authenticate online transactions."
The quality of being genuine or real.
"The authenticity of the ancient manuscript was confirmed by experts."
A person who writes books, articles, or other literary works.
"She is the author of several bestselling novels."
Favouring or enforcing strict obedience to authority, often at the expense of personal freedom.
"The regime was highly authoritarian, suppressing all forms of dissent."
Having or showing authority; commanding and self-confident; reliable as a source of information.
"She spoke in an authoritative tone that silenced the room."
The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience.
"The teacher has the authority to discipline students."
to give official permission or approval for something
"The manager authorized the refund after reviewing the complaint."
A motor vehicle, especially a car.
"He drove his auto to the market."
An account of a person's life written by that person.
"She published an autobiography about her journey to success."
A system of government in which one person has absolute power.
"The country suffered under decades of autocracy."
A ruler with absolute power.
"The autocrat controlled the country with an iron fist."
