Словарь английского языка | Значения слов, определения и примеры
an electric vehicle that runs on rails or tracks in the street
"The trolley runs through the city center every fifteen minutes."
a group of people, animals, or things moving together
"A troop of soldiers marched down the street."
A common or overused theme, idea, or device in literature, film, or speech.
"The film avoided the usual superhero tropes."
An object awarded as a prize for a victory or achievement.
"She proudly displayed the trophy she won in the competition."
relating to or characteristic of the tropics; hot and humid climate
"They spent their vacation on a tropical island surrounded by palm trees."
Areas of the Earth near the equator characterized by warm temperatures.
"Bangladesh is located in tropical regions."
The lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere where weather phenomena occur.
"The troposphere is where weather phenomena occur."
Faith or loyalty when pledged in a solemn agreement or vow, especially in marriage.
"He pledged his troth to her before the gathering."
difficulty or problems that cause distress or inconvenience
"She had a lot of trouble finding her keys."
experiencing or showing distress, anxiety, or worry
"He looked deeply troubled after hearing the bad news."
Causing difficulty, annoyance, or worry.
"The troublesome child refused to follow the rules."
A long, narrow container from which animals eat or drink; also, a low point between waves or in business cycles.
"The cows drank water from the wooden trough."
A group of dancers, actors, or performers who work together.
"The theater troupe performed brilliantly on stage."
a freshwater fish species known for its delicate flavor and often found in cold, clear waters
"Rainbow trout is popular among anglers for sport fishing."
A student who stays away from school without permission.
"The teacher punished the truant for skipping class."
An agreement between enemies or opponents to stop fighting for a certain time.
"The two countries agreed to a truce after weeks of intense fighting."
a large motor vehicle for transporting goods
"The truck was loaded with boxes for the warehouse."
To submit or yield obsequiously to someone in power.
"He refused to truckle to the demands of the corrupt officials."
Aggressiveness or eagerness to fight.
"His speech was full of truculence and threats."
Eager or quick to argue, fight, or show aggression.
"She became truculent when her ideas were challenged."
To walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions.
"They had to trudge through the snow to reach the village."
in accordance with fact or reality; correct
"His story was true, and everyone believed him."
Genuine learning that develops both mind and character.
"True education builds a noble and beautiful life."
a statement that is obviously true and says nothing new or interesting
"It is a truism that hard work leads to success."
in a truthful, genuine, or sincere manner
"She truly believed in the power of kindness."
worthless nonsense or showy but worthless things
"The speech was full of political trumpery."
a brass musical instrument with a bright sound; to proclaim loudly
"The band played the trumpet loudly at the parade."
to shorten something by cutting off the top or the end
"The article was truncated to fit the limited space."
shortened by cutting off a part; cut short
"The meeting was truncated due to time constraints."
the main woody stem of a tree; also a large, strong container for storage or travel; the enclosed space at the back of a car
"She packed her clothes into a trunk before leaving for college."
a framework, typically consisting of rafters, posts, and struts, supporting a roof, bridge, or other structure
"The engineer designed a strong truss for the new bridge."
to believe in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something
"I trust you to handle this situation carefully."
a person who holds or manages property or assets for the benefit of others
"She was appointed as the trustee of the family estate."
having or showing trust in someone or something; trusting
"She was too trustful and believed everything he said."
Able to be relied on as honest or truthful.
"She is a trustworthy friend who never lies."
the quality or state of being true; facts or reality
"The truth will always come out in the end."
telling or expressing the truth; honest
"He gave a truthful account of the incident."
the quality of being truthful; honesty and accuracy in what one says or does
"Her truthfulness in the investigation helped solve the case quickly."
to make an attempt or effort to do something
"She will try her best to succeed."
a private romantic meeting between lovers
"They arranged a secret tryst in the park."
a large sea wave caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption
"The tsunami devastated the coastal town, leaving thousands homeless."
a hollow cylinder used to convey something, typically fluid
"He used a tube to measure the liquid."
a night-blooming flower with an intensely sweet fragrance, native to Mexico
"The tuberose flowers filled the evening air with their heavenly scent."
to push or fold something neatly into a particular place
"She tucked the blanket around the baby to keep him warm."
The second day of the week, following Monday and preceding Wednesday.
"We have a meeting scheduled for Tuesday."
having a tuft or tufts; furnished with a tuft or clump of threads, hairs, or other material
"The tufted sofa looked elegant in the living room."
a small, powerful boat used for towing or pushing ships
"The tugboat guided the massive ship safely into the harbor."
not celibate; having engaged in sexual relations; lacking moral purity
"The conservative society considered her behavior unchaste and improper."
remaining the same over time; not changing
"Her love for her family was unchanging throughout the years."
Not mapped or surveyed; unknown or unexplored.
"The mission aimed to explore uncharted areas of the planet."
