Словарь английского языка | Значения слов, определения и примеры
to change something into a different form or purpose
"He converted his garage into a small studio."
a device or person that changes something from one form, system, or use to another; a tool that converts data, energy, or materials
"The engineer used a converter to change AC power into DC power."
able to be changed into a different form or use; also a car with a roof that can be folded down
"She drove her new convertible along the coastal road."
curved or rounded outward
"The lens has a convex shape to focus light."
to communicate or make known; to transport or carry
"He tried to convey his feelings through a letter."
the act of transporting or communicating something; a vehicle or means of transport
"The conveyance of goods was delayed due to bad weather."
to find someone guilty of a crime in a court of law
"The court convicted him of theft."
a firmly held belief or opinion; the act of being found guilty of a crime
"Her conviction in the cause inspired everyone around her."
to make someone believe or feel certain about something
"She convinced him to attend the meeting."
completely certain or sure about something
"She was convinced that he was telling the truth."
having the ability to make someone believe that something is true or real
"Her argument was very convincing."
friendly, lively, and enjoyable; sociable
"The party had a convivial atmosphere with music and laughter."
to call together or summon a meeting or assembly
"The committee convoked an emergency session to discuss the crisis."
complex, intricate, and difficult to follow
"The plot of the movie was so convoluted that I lost track halfway."
a twist, coil, or a complex and intricate shape or arrangement
"The brain has many convolutions that increase its surface area."
to roll or twist together; to coil or entwine
"The vines convolve around the tree trunk."
a group of vehicles or ships traveling together, often for protection
"The military convoy moved through the desert at dawn."
to shake violently; to suffer sudden involuntary contractions
"The patient convulsed during the seizure."
a sudden, violent, involuntary contraction of muscles; a seizure
"The medicine helped prevent convulsions in children."
to prepare food by heating it so it is ready to eat
"She likes to cook Italian dishes."
a device or appliance used for cooking food; a person or thing that cooks
"The rice cooker makes cooking meals much easier."
a small sweet baked food, usually with flour, sugar, and butter
"She offered me a chocolate chip cookie."
the process of preparing food by heating it
"Cooking is one of my favorite hobbies."
moderately cold; calm and composed; fashionable or impressive
"She kept a cool head during the crisis."
a laborer who does physical work for wages
"The cooly carried heavy bags at the railway station."
a small enclosure or cage for chickens or other birds
"The farmer checked the chickens in the coop every morning."
to work together with others to achieve a common goal
"The two companies agreed to cooperate on the new project."
the process of working together to achieve a common goal
"The project succeeded because of everyone’s cooperation."
willing to work or act together with others for a common purpose
"She was very cooperative during the interview process."
to organize people or things so that they work together effectively
"We need to coordinate our efforts to finish the project on time."
the process of organizing different elements to work together effectively
"The coordination between the teams was flawless."
a person who organizes people or activities so that they work well together
"The event coordinator managed everything perfectly."
a police officer (informal)
"The cop stopped the car for speeding."
to deal effectively with something difficult
"She had to cope with a lot of pressure at work."
abundant in supply or quantity
"She took copious notes during the lecture."
a reddish-brown metal used for electrical wiring, coins, and more
"Copper is a good conductor of electricity."
to make a duplicate or reproduction of something
"She copied the notes from the board."
the legal right of the creator of a work to control its use and distribution
"She holds the copyright for the book."
a woman who flirts lightheartedly
"She was a coquette, always charming everyone at the party."
a hard, rock-like marine organism formed by tiny sea animals; a pinkish-orange color resembling coral
"The coral in the reef provides shelter for many sea creatures."
Underwater structures made from calcium carbonate secreted by corals, forming diverse marine ecosystems.
"Saint Martin's Island is known for its coral reefs."
a long, thin, flexible string or rope
"He tied the package with a strong cord."
warm and friendly; heartfelt
"They exchanged cordial greetings after the meeting."
sincere affection and kindness; warm and friendly behavior
"The host's cordiality made all the guests feel welcome and comfortable."
in a warm and friendly manner; sincerely
"You are cordially invited to our wedding ceremony."
a line or circle of police, soldiers, or guards preventing access
"The police set up a cordon around the crime scene."
the central or most important part of something
"Honesty is at the core of their values."
aromatic herb with feathery leaves used for flavoring food; also refers to the seeds used as spice
"Fresh coriander leaves are sprinkled on top of the curry."
a small silvery fish species found in South Asian rivers, commonly used in local cuisine
"Corica soborna is a popular ingredient in traditional Bengali fish curry."
a large black sea bird that catches fish by diving
"The cormorant perched on the rock, drying its wings after a dive."
