Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

voting definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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voting

noun B1
/ˈvoʊtɪŋ/

the act of making a choice in an election or decision by casting a vote

"Voting is an important part of a democratic society."

Voyage definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈvɔɪ.ɪdʒ/

a long journey involving travel by sea or in space

"The ship's voyage across the Atlantic took two weeks."

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vs

abbreviation B1
/vərsəs/

used to indicate opposition or contrast between two things

"The match was Brazil vs Argentina in the final."

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Wage

noun/verb B1
/weɪdʒ/

payment for work or services, usually on a daily or weekly basis; also to engage in or carry on (a war, campaign, or struggle)

"The workers demanded a fair wage for their labor."

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wagon

noun B1
/ˈwæɡən/

a vehicle with four wheels used for carrying loads, often pulled by horses or a motor vehicle used for transporting goods or people

"The farmer loaded hay onto the wagon."

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Waist

noun B1
/weɪst/

the part of the human body between the ribs and the hips

"He tied a belt around his waist."

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wake

verb B1
/weɪk/

to stop sleeping; to become alert or conscious

"She had to wake early to catch the train."

Wander definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B1
/ˈwɒndər/

to move around aimlessly or without a fixed course

"She loves to wander through the old streets of the city."

wardrobe definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈwɔːdrəʊb/

A large cupboard where clothes are stored; also the collection of clothes someone owns.

"Her wardrobe is full of colorful dresses."

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warming

noun, verb B1
/ˈwɔːmɪŋ/

the process of making something warm or the increase in temperature

"Global warming is a significant concern for environmentalists."

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warn

verb B1
/wɔːrn/

to tell someone about a possible danger or problem

"She warned him about the storm coming."

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Waterfall

noun B1
/ˈwɔːtərfɔːl/

a cascade of water falling from a height, formed when a river or stream flows over a precipice or steep incline

"The magnificent waterfall attracts thousands of tourists every year."

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Wave

noun B1
/weɪv/

a long body of water curling into an arched form and breaking on the shore

"The waves crashed against the rocks during the storm."

weakness definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈwiːknəs/

a state of being weak; a flaw or shortcoming in character or structure

"His main weakness is his lack of patience."

wealth definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/wɛlθ/

an abundance of valuable possessions or money; prosperity

"The businessman built his wealth through hard work and smart investments."

Wealthy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/ˈwɛlθi/

having a great deal of money, resources, or assets

"He became wealthy after investing in real estate."

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Weapon

noun B1
/ˈwɛpən/

a thing designed or used for inflicting harm or damage

"He carried a weapon for self-defense."

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weigh

verb B1
/weɪ/

to measure how heavy something is

"The shopkeeper weighed the fruits before selling them."

adjective B1
/ˌwel bɪˈheɪvd/

conducting oneself in a proper and polite manner; showing good manners

"The children were well-behaved during the ceremony."

well-being definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˌwelˈbiːɪŋ/

the state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy

"Exercise is important for physical and mental well-being."

Whale definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Whale

noun B1
/weɪl/

a very large marine mammal that lives in the ocean

"We saw a huge whale swimming near the boat."

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wheat

noun B1
/wiːt/

a cereal plant whose grain is used to make flour for bread and other foods

"Farmers harvested the wheat in early summer."

wheelchair definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈwiːltʃeər/

a chair with wheels, used by people who cannot walk easily or at all

"The hospital provided a wheelchair for the injured patient."

whisper definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B1
/ˈwɪspər/

to speak very softly or quietly, often to avoid being overheard

"She whispered a secret into his ear."

whistle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈwɪsəl/

a small wind instrument that produces a high-pitched sound when blown

"The referee blew his whistle to start the game."

widely definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B1
/ˈwaɪdli/

to a great extent or degree

"The news of his promotion spread widely across the company."

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Width

noun B1
/wɪdθ/

the measurement or extent of something from side to side

"The width of the table is 2 meters."

wildlife definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈwaɪldˌlaɪf/

animals, birds, and plants living in their natural environment

"The park is home to a wide variety of wildlife."

Willing definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/ˈwɪlɪŋ/

ready, inclined, or eager to do something

"She was willing to help with the project."

wing definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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wing

noun B1
/wɪŋ/

a part of a bird or aircraft that is used for flying

"The bird flapped its wings and flew away."

wipe definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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wipe

verb B1
/waɪp/

to clean or dry something by rubbing it, typically with a cloth or towel

"She wiped the table clean after dinner."

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wire

noun B1
/ˈwaɪər/

a thin, flexible thread of metal used to conduct electricity or connect things

"The electrician fixed the wire to restore the power."

adjective B1
/ˈwaɪə.ləs/

operating without wires; using radio waves for communication

"My wireless headphones provide excellent sound quality without any cables."

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Witch

noun B1
/wɪtʃ/

a woman thought to have magic powers, especially evil ones; a practitioner of witchcraft

"The old witch cast a spell on the prince."

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Witness

noun/verb B1
/ˈwɪtnɪs/

someone who sees an event happen or to observe an event

"She was a witness to the accident."

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workout

noun B1
/ˈwɜːrkaʊt/

a session of physical exercise or training to improve fitness or health

"She does a full-body workout every morning before work."

workplace definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈwɜːrkpleɪs/

a place where people work, such as an office, factory, or shop

"Maintaining good communication is vital in the workplace."

workshop definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈwɜːrkʃɒp/

a room or building where people engage in work or creative activities

"The workshop focused on improving technical skills for young professionals."

worldwide definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/ˈwɜːrldwaɪd/

extending or reaching throughout the whole world

"The company has achieved worldwide recognition for its products."

Worm definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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Worm

noun B1
/wɜːrm/

a small, long, soft-bodied invertebrate animal

"The gardener found a worm in the soil."

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worn

adjective, verb (past participle of wear) B1
/wɔːrn/

damaged, weakened, or deteriorated from use or age

"His shoes were old and worn."

wound definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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wound

noun/verb B1
/wuːnd/

an injury to the body or to harm someone

"He received a deep wound on his arm."

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wrap

verb B1
/ræp/

to cover or enclose something

"She wrapped the gift in colorful paper."

Wrist definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/rɪst/

the joint connecting the hand with the forearm

"He wore a smartwatch on his left wrist."

wrongly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B1
/ˈrɒŋli/

in an incorrect or mistaken way; unfairly or unjustly

"He was wrongly accused of the crime."

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x-ray

noun, verb B1
/ˈɛksˌreɪ/

a form of electromagnetic radiation used to see inside objects or the human body; to examine or scan using X-rays

"The doctor ordered an X-ray to check for a broken bone."

Youngster definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈjʌŋstər/

a young person or child, especially a teenager or adolescent

"The park was full of youngsters playing football."

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zone

noun B1
/zoʊn/

an area or division with specific characteristics or activities

"The city is divided into several zones."