Словарь английского языка | Значения слов, определения и примеры
Weather conditions that are suitable and beneficial for growth or development
"Winter offers favorable climatic conditions for farming."
Preferred over all others; something or someone especially liked.
"Chocolate is my favorite ice cream flavor."
the practice of giving unfair preferential treatment to one person or group
"The manager was accused of favoritism towards certain employees."
approval, support, or liking for someone or something; a kind or helpful act
"Could you do me a favour and help me move this heavy box?"
Expressing approval, support, or positivity; advantageous or beneficial
"The weather conditions were favourable for the outdoor event."
to show exaggerated flattery or affection; to seek favor by servile behavior
"He fawned over the boss to get a promotion."
displaying exaggerated flattery or affection
"Her fawning compliments made everyone uncomfortable."
to disturb or disconcert someone; to cause to feel unsettled
"She was not fazed by the unexpected question."
loyalty or allegiance, especially to a sovereign or lord
"The knight swore fealty to his king."
An unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous.
"She has a fear of flying."
feeling afraid or showing fear
"She was fearful of walking alone at night."
Possibility, practicality, viability.
"The feasibility study proved the project viable."
possible to do easily or conveniently; practical and workable
"It is feasible to complete the project within two months."
a large meal, typically one in celebration of something; an annual religious celebration
"The wedding feast included traditional dishes from both families' cultures."
an achievement that requires great courage, skill, or strength
"Climbing Mount Everest was a remarkable feat."
a light, soft structure that covers a bird’s body and enables it to fly
"The bird lost a small feather while flying through the trees."
a distinctive attribute or aspect of something; a characteristic
"The new phone has a unique camera feature."
having or showing the symptoms of a fever; or highly excitable or agitated
"The patient was in a febrile state with high temperature."
The second month of the year in the Gregorian calendar, typically having 28 days, or 29 in a leap year.
"My birthday is in February, so I always look forward to this month."
lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible
"His feckless attitude at work caused several missed deadlines."
producing or capable of producing an abundance of offspring or new growth; fertile
"The fecund soil produced a bountiful harvest this year."
the ability to produce an abundance of offspring or new growth; fertility
"The fecundity of the river delta supports diverse wildlife."
Relating to the central government of a federation.
"The federal government passed a new law on healthcare."
to unite in a league or federation; to form an alliance
"Several states federated to create a stronger union."
A payment made for a service or privilege.
"The lawyer charged a high fee for his services."
lacking physical strength or vigor; weak
"After the illness, she felt too feeble to stand."
lacking intelligence or mental capacity; foolish or weak-minded
"The feebleminded man struggled to understand basic instructions."
To give food to a person, animal, or machine.
"She went outside to feed the chickens."
information or opinions about how well someone is doing something
"She asked her teacher for feedback on her essay."
To experience an emotion or physical sensation.
"I feel happy when I listen to music."
An emotional state or physical sensation.
"She had a strange feeling about the place."
to pretend or fake; to give a false appearance of
"She feigned illness to avoid going to work."
a deceptive or pretended movement, especially in fighting or sports
"The boxer made a feint to the left before striking to the right."
to congratulate someone; to express happiness for someone's success
"We felicitated her on winning the award."
well-chosen, appropriate, or pleasing; marked by good fortune or happiness
"She made a felicitous remark that lightened the mood."
intense happiness; the ability to find appropriate expression for one's thoughts
"She was known for her felicity in conversation and cheerful nature."
relating to or characteristic of cats
"Her movements were graceful and almost feline in their elegance."
to cut down a tree; to cause to fall; to strike down
"The lumberjacks felled several trees in the forest today."
a person who shares a common situation, interest, or activity with another
"He is a fellow student in my class."
a person who has committed a serious crime
"The felon was sentenced to ten years in prison."
relating to or involved in serious criminal activity
"He was charged with felonious assault after the incident."
a serious crime, usually punishable by imprisonment for more than one year
"He was convicted of a felony and sentenced to ten years in prison."
a person or animal of the sex that can bear offspring; relating to women or girls
"The female lion protects her cubs fiercely."
having qualities traditionally associated with women; feminine in nature
"She has a very feminine style of dressing."
a person who supports equal rights and opportunities for women and men
"She proudly calls herself a feminist and fights for gender equality."
a barrier, usually made of wood or wire, that surrounds an area; to enclose with a barrier
"They built a fence around the garden."
a part of a vehicle that frames a wheel well to protect against mud or debris
"The car's fender was dented in the accident."
an herb whose seeds and leaves are used as a spice in cooking
"Fenugreek seeds have a slightly bitter taste and are commonly used in Indian cuisine."
existing in a wild or untamed state; not domesticated
"The feral cat roamed the streets at night."
to undergo a chemical process where sugars are converted to alcohol or acid; to incite or stir up change
"The grapes are left to ferment for several weeks."
