Словарь английского языка | Значения слов, определения и примеры
A person who does good deeds; a benefactor.
"The community praised the well-doer for his charity."
Prosperous, wealthy, or financially comfortable.
"They belong to a well-to-do family in the city."
used to ask for information about something
"What is your name?"
to roll or toss about in a confused or disorderly way; to be in turmoil
"The city weltered in chaos after the sudden blackout."
the direction to the left of the north and to the right of the south, typically associated with the sunset
"The sun sets in the west."
conducting oneself in a proper and polite manner; showing good manners
"The children were well-behaved during the ceremony."
covered with, or saturated with liquid (usually water)
"The ground is wet after the rain."
to persuade or coax someone by using flattery or smooth talk
"She managed to wheedle extra pocket money from her father."
Immediately after which; as a result of which.
"He confessed his mistake, whereupon she forgave him."
the place where someone or something is
"The police are trying to find out the suspect's whereabouts."
Difficult to control or predict because of unusual or perverse behavior.
"The teacher struggled to manage the wayward students."
In a playful, fanciful, or capricious manner; with sudden changes of mind
"She decorated her room whimsically with colorful balloons."
used to express a doubt or choice between alternatives
"I don’t know whether I should go."
a large white or green gourd with waxy skin, commonly used in Asian cooking
"The wax gourd soup is very nutritious and helps with digestion."
Feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems.
"She was wary of trusting strangers."
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."
to stop or interrupt someone unexpectedly, often to attack or detain them
"He was waylaid by reporters as he left the courthouse."
Causing one to feel tired or bored.
"The long and wearisome lecture put the students to sleep."
a person engaged or experienced in warfare; a brave or experienced fighter
"The ancient warrior fought fearlessly to protect his land."
a thing designed or used for inflicting harm or damage
"He carried a weapon for self-defense."
a small bird that builds elaborate woven nests from grass and twigs
"The weaver bird skillfully constructs its intricate nest."
Justified or authorized under the circumstances.
"Her anger was warranted after the unfair treatment."
A pattern of spirals or concentric circles, often found in fingerprints, shells, or flowers.
"The fingerprint displayed a clear whorl pattern."
Able to resist or be unaffected by weather, especially rain and wind.
"The materials used are weatherproof, ensuring longevity."
To sharpen the blade of a tool or to stimulate interest or appetite.
"The smell of food whetted my appetite."
used to ask about one or more items from a defined set
"Which one do you prefer, the red or the blue?"
used by a speaker to refer to himself or herself and one or more other people
"We are going to the park this afternoon."
to make the high-pitched sound a horse makes
"The horse whinnied when it saw its rider."
playfully unusual or fanciful; unpredictable
"The whimsical painting delighted the children."
a network of fine threads spun by a spider or a complex interconnected system
"The spider spun a large web in the corner of the room."
a machine for washing clothes and other textiles
"The washing machine broke down and needs repair."
a woman whose husband has died and who has not married again
"She became a widow at a very young age."
a cord or strand of cotton that burns to provide light in a candle or lamp
"The candle wick needs to be trimmed for better burning."
morally bad or evil; also informally very good or impressive
"The villain in the story was truly wicked."
A person who wastes time, money, or resources; an idler or spendthrift.
"The young man was dismissed as a wastrel by his family."
a small social insect that lives in colonies and feeds on wood and plant matter
"White ants damaged the wooden furniture in our house."
a man whose wife has died and who has not married again
"The elderly widower lived alone but had regular visits from his children."
A written guarantee given by a manufacturer or seller promising to repair or replace a product if necessary within a specified period.
"The laptop comes with a two-year warranty."
to carve or shape something by cutting off small pieces; to gradually reduce
"He spent the afternoon whittling a piece of wood into a toy."
a container used for storing or carrying water
"The water pot in the kitchen was filled with fresh drinking water."
a clear, colorless, odorless, and tasteless liquid that is essential for life
"We need to drink water to stay hydrated."
a floating flower that grows on the surface of ponds and lakes
"The white water-lily floated gracefully on the pond."
existing or happening over a large area or among many people
"The disease was widespread in the rural areas."
having a great extent from side to side; broad
"The river is wide enough to fit a boat."
a chair with wheels, used by people who cannot walk easily or at all
"The hospital provided a wheelchair for the injured patient."
a sudden or unpredictable idea, desire, or decision
"She bought the dress on a whim."
With which; the means or resources needed for something.
"He lacked the money wherewith to buy a new house."
used for emphasis after a negative statement to mean 'at all'
"She has no interest in the matter whatsoever."
a circular object that revolves on an axle and is used to move or carry things
"The wheel of the car broke down on the way."
a cereal plant whose grain is used to make flour for bread and other foods
"Farmers harvested the wheat in early summer."
