Vocabulary Cards
871 cards available.
B1 noun
engineering
Meaning
The application of scientific and mathematical principles to design, build, and maintain structures, machines, or systems.
Example
Genetic engineering transforms agricultural practices.
A1 noun/adjective
english
Meaning
The language of England, widely spoken around the world; relating to England or its people.
Example
She is learning English to study abroad.
C1 adjective
engrained
Meaning
Firmly fixed or established; difficult to change.
Example
Cultural practices are often deeply engrained in the fabric of society.
C2 noun
Engram
Meaning
Physical signs or patterns in the brain for memory storage and retrieval
Example
Scientists study engrams to understand how memories are stored.
C1 verb
engrave
Meaning
to cut or carve a design, letter, or pattern into a hard surface
Example
The craftsman engraved her name on the silver ring.
C1 verb
engross
Meaning
to absorb all the attention or interest of someone
Example
She was so engrossed in the book that she forgot the time.
C1 adjective
engrossed
Meaning
completely absorbed or deeply involved in something
Example
She was so engrossed in the book that she forgot the time.
C1 verb
engulf
Meaning
to completely surround or cover something or someone
Example
The village was engulfed by floodwaters.
B2 verb
enhance
Meaning
to improve the quality, value, or extent of something
Example
The new features will enhance the user experience.
B2 verb
enhanced
Meaning
Intensify, increase, or further improve the quality, value, or extent of something.
Example
Enhanced strategies improve outcomes.
B2 noun
enhancement
Meaning
An increase or improvement in quality, value, or extent.
Example
Enhancement of education quality is vital.
C1 noun
enigma
Meaning
A person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand.
Example
Life remains an enigma to many.
C1 adjective
enigmatic
Meaning
mysterious and difficult to interpret or understand
Example
He gave me an enigmatic smile.
C2 verb
enjoin
Meaning
to instruct or urge someone to do something; to prohibit legally
Example
The judge enjoined the company from continuing its activities.
A1 verb
enjoy
Meaning
to take pleasure in; to have a good time
Example
I enjoy reading books in my free time.
A2 adjective
Enjoyable
Meaning
pleasant; giving satisfaction or pleasure
Example
The movie was very enjoyable and made everyone laugh.
B1 noun
enjoyment
Meaning
the state or process of taking pleasure or satisfaction in something
Example
She felt great enjoyment while reading her favorite book.
C2 verb
enkindle
Meaning
to set on fire or inspire strong emotion
Example
The speech enkindled hope in the audience.
B2 verb
enlarge
Meaning
to make something bigger or increase in size
Example
They decided to enlarge their house.
B2 verb
enlighten
Meaning
to give someone greater knowledge or understanding about a subject or situation
Example
The teacher tried to enlighten the students about ancient history.
C1 adjective
Enlightened
Meaning
having or showing a rational, modern outlook; having spiritual knowledge or understanding
Example
The enlightened teacher shared wisdom with all her students.
C1 verb
enlist
Meaning
to join or sign up, especially for military service; to secure someone's support or help
Example
He decided to enlist in the army after graduation.
C1 verb
enliven
Meaning
to make something more lively, interesting, or cheerful
Example
Her jokes helped enliven the dull meeting.
C1 noun
Enmity
Meaning
a state or feeling of active opposition or hostility
Example
The enmity between the two families lasted for generations.